Great interview. I was a US Marine stationed at RAF St. Mawgan in Nequay in the late 80's. Got to train with the British Royal Marines in Lympstone a few times. Love those guys!! Great, hard and disciplined troops! This guy is a Motivator!!
Jack, just recently found your channel. Absolutely intriguing and brilliant content! Also as an 11B with the 82nd 1st/504th I can tell you that Fayetteville loves the Airborne and I completely understand what he’s saying.
An excellent episode as always Jack. If I may throw in a recommendation, l'd love you to have a waffle with Nirmal Purja. He served in the Gurkhas and the SBS. Also, forgive my British understatement, is a bit of a mountaineering enthusiast.
Great video, I had 6 months soldier on at Colchester, it does make you a better soldier. In the 80’s every SNCO I knew had been to Colly, it was a right of passage, the only crime in the army was getting caught.
Just to add to what Dean says about his background, when I used to go out nightclubbing in my early days, I would occasionally stumble across my fat, drunken cousin, who would always be the drunkest person in the room. It wasn't unusual for me to find him passed out in the toilets, arguing with doormen, and just generally being a dickhead.. This would happen every now and again over a 3-4 year period, and eventually I was visiting my grandparents, and mentioned that I hadn't seen my cousin for a while, and my grandad said that he had joined the Royal Marines. Now I thought my grandad was joking, because the Royal Marines may not be special forces, but they are no joke, and the last time I had seen my cousin, which was maybe 2 years before, he was a fat slob sleeping in his own vomit on a pub floor. Fast forward another few years, and I'm visiting my grandparents again, and I noticed a photo of my noticeably not-fat cousin in uniform on the wall, with what appeared to be some African villagers, in a jungle setting. I asked my grandad what my cousin was up to, and my grandad replied that my cousin had joined special forces, and was now in the SBS and the photo was in Sierra Leone. I was gobsmacked by this, I always had the impression that British special forces were guys that grew up wanting it and were built for it, so to see my fat slob cousin being in such an elite unit was something I still can't get my head round decades later. Anyway, I could add more, but I guess my point is that these guys are superhuman, but they weren't born superhuman and they somehow found the desire and motivation to go above and beyond. I've only seen my cousin once in the flesh since those nightclubbing days, at our grandads funeral, and he was a bit of a dickhead on that occasion so I didn't get to ask him what motivated him to sort his life out, but I would love to know.
Great discussion ( I can empathise with the shoddy medical care post injury, loosing doc's etc) and a fantastic insight into how, if you apply yourself, the military can open doors to an exciting and challenging life.
I was in army 1rrf with a lad who brother was in the sbs, the story's he told me about what his brother done all I can say is No wonder we are the best elite force 👌👊
This guy is a SF weapon. That must be some list he's ticking off. I remember when the SBS came onboard our ship in the Falklands. I had never heard of the SBS up until then. The only reason I knew about the SAS, was because of the embassy siege. Goes to show how much interest I had as a teenage matelot.
Very interesting podcast on a unit that was founded approximately a year before the sas both originally sub sections of the commandos. Incidentally the royal marines ml2 course supercedes UKsf in its intensity. Again another skill pioneered by the commandos.
Any young un wanting to join the military,they should watch this video,end of story.An excellent video cheers mate,you have a new subscriber,Englishman following from deep rural Saskatchewan...out :0)
Great podcast yes I’m British so may be biased 🇬🇧 SBS still an unknown reg. unlike SAS respect earned Just got his book on audible can’t wait to listen to it Major respect too ur wife sounds like a great lady 👏🏻. So much respect too ur family defo been LIVED LIFE Two real men chatting so cool THANK YOU BOTH
Greetings. I just want to say whether the choice between parents was the rite or wrong choice, a 10 yr old cannot be blamed either way. It would have been the judges fault if it was the wrong one not yours. Thanks for your service
As an ex Royal Marines Commando I was interested until he mentioned The All Arms Commando course, the purpose of the AAC course is to allow you to work along side the Royal Marines it's not a learning course as such.
So are the SBS comparable to SEALs ? as in Naval Warfare Operators ? Whereas the SAS are then the UKs Green Berets ? ....except tied to the British Airforce ? I understand that not all countries have a cut-n-dry distinction between Army/Navy/Airforce similar to the States, but would the SAS be more like the US Marines ? With the Marines being a ground force that rely on the Navy to 'give them a ride' ? and the SAS being an 'ARMY' ground force that rely on the Air Service for a 'ride' to war ? but NOT under the Airforce flag, similar to how the Marines aren't under a Naval Flag ?
The SAS/SBS are tier one special forces equivalent to Delta or your navy Seals. SAS recruits from the army. SBS recruits from the Royal marine commandos.
SAS are a tier 1 direct action special mission unit for the British Army. They are elite and Delta is their equivalent. SBS are the maritime tier 1 unit of the Royal Marines/Navy. They are also tier 1 and elite. Equivalent to US DEVGRU/Seal Team 6. US Marines don't have an equivalent unit to the UK SAS or SBS. Raiders and Marsoc are considered "tier 2."
Also, Army Green berets are "tier 2" and specialize in unconventional warfare. Green Berets are all very smart guys, but they are not an equivalent unit to 22SAS. 22SAS are the pointiest tip of the spear--very dangerous dudes.
UK vs US SOF Tiers - Tier 1: US DEVGRU (SEAL Team 6) US Delta UK SAS + SBS + SRR Tier 2: US Navy SEALS US Special Forces (Green Berets) UK SFSG UK Ranger Regt UK Para Pathfinders UK 21 + 23 SAS (Reserve) Some other UK Para, RM specialist units Tier 3: US Army Rangers UK Para, RM The UK also has some weird and wonderful small units, special duties, or operations, doing work that isn't publicized or well known. For instance, the US counterparts of a UK unit that I served with are part of their Special Forces organisation. All the above is AFAIK, I've been out for a few years already and unit roles have changed dramatically in certain UK units.
Is there any good books worth reading about the SBS in world war2? Dad would never speak much about it. someone said official secrets act might have been involved.
S.B.S are a bit like Navy S.E.A.Ls. But S.B.S don't need to come from the Royal Navy. The S.B.S and S.A.S. are intelligent that is a must or else they don't get in. Dean is a Gentleman God bless him and his folks.
He only talks about selection process which we all know but never talks about operation he did.Thats SBS for you. SAS- surprisingly average soldiers SBS- Slightly better soldiers🤣
Love these interviews. Have to ask though, but does he really trot around town with two blades “one for opening shit” (fair) and “one for fighting” (heavy) oh and a bloody shooter?
Always wondered how westerners like Dean who do these types of jobs manage to get out of countries??? Do they rely on government/military? Or are they left to use civilian routes??? 🤔🤔
Imagine that back in school this man was your p.e teacher... Detention would not be spent wrighting lines... You'd get beasted like Fuck... BOOOOYYYY!!!!.yes sir.😬👍
He wasn't talking about it really he was going through the history of his career and giving an insight into the world of a SF soldier which I found fascinating....he is absolutely real SBS and comes across a great guy a very impressive individual with a charismatic personality im sure he was and still is highly regarded by his peers.
I'm a retired commercial diver that was working on South Africa's West Coast diving diamonds and one of my colleagues was former SBS, an absolute beast and the best divers I have ever met.
@@joedimaggio3146 Not for that concession, we were doing shallow work (10 to 30 meters), which is actually much more difficult due to swell and current. Cold water and longer bottom time in rough sea lifting rocks and handling a suction hose is challenging.
What great fucking host, no interruptions and good listening despite being from very similar career background and held back from jumping in stories. Very cool to hear US UK sf share stories
Dean mentioned Nigel Benn, professional boxer from the U.K., I remember the bouts that he had with Chris Eubank, another excellent pro boxer from the U.K. as well, both were extremely skilled pugilists, that I had tremendous respect for....✌
Nigel Benn was in The Royal Fusiliers which was the same regiment Dean had a punch up with. They always have a very strong boxing team within the forces.
As British civilian I Thankyou to the us forces for their service and I respect the fact both sides of the pond respect each others services and speak very highly of each other I grew up knowing about the naval seals and delta force didn’t hear about the SBS or the SAS until my early 20’s I’m 28 now again your respected over here for your services
This was really, really interesting! Again, kinda turns to the ‘behind every successful man is a powerful woman’. Maximum respect! Gotta get a copy of Dean’s book now…. And obviously his next one!
Great story. I am glad that i stuck with it. At the moment, I am recovering from a stroke, ( I lived) all stories inspire me. I need all the help I can.
Hope your recovery is going well. Likewise I've had two strokes over a 4 year period and so very thankful I can still walk and talk and love listening to such inspiring people. Fighting through downturns in life is hard and listening to amazing people helps me battle on. Take care of yourself
Very interesting career history. I have to say that this carer track was not normal, but enabled because of the wide bandwidth of this individual. My highest regard for this modern day Sir Ernest Shackleton.
Watching from Edinburgh Scotland and this was the first podcast of this kind I thought I'll check it out and ended up watching the whole thing really adventures in all aspects of life from the forces to the private sector organisations to the Americas and behond quality of the highest level and now it's 04:50 am time for some sleep man ✌ 💚
Not suprised his medical notes were lost, prior to leaving the Royal Marines after 22 years I was advised by the unit Doc to photocopy my medical documents as in his words "they have a habit of getting lost" especially if you have an old injury that could result in a compensation claim. On a slightly different note my grandfather was career navy and WW2 submariner and he used to get pension stamps every month, he swore blind that the MOD poisoned the back of them in order to kill off the old timers! (he used to dip his finger in tea and wet the stamps that way:).
I wouldn't put it past them. Howdy from Texas... My grandfather served with the Royal Navy during WW2. Upon enlistment they pulled all of his top teeth because they were "crooked." No joke. Literally pulled all his teeth! Mad!
Really enjoying your podcasts Jack always on the hunt for new books. The down side is Ive listened to so many now I know the answers when you say the year you graduated Buds, Class number , and first deployment. Keep up the great work nice to see someone who still finds time to sign books and just be a cool regular guy.
When I was in training Dean visited the training reg, spoke about himself, his time in the military, his time after, so I know his story already. Did that stop me from watching all 2 Hours 38 minutes of this? Absolutely not. Regardless of your political stance, moral stance on certain topics, all irrelevant when a story as compelling as this is told by the person that lived it, even more compelling in front of your eyes. Great guy, awesome story, good to see it shared far and wide✊🏻
What a fantastic life story! Nice one Dean. I enjoyed listening to you. Loads of amazing experiences spoken of and some brilliant advice for a good life. Outstanding. James (UK)
Great conversation especially about the Taliban, yes they are savages but they are not cave dwelling morons. These savages are smart, and they have patience.
Gents…. hats off to you both. Great session, you both demonstrated how your life skills and experiences have made you the people that you are today👍 Yours Aye
Watch lot army pods,thing is I dont get maybe cause me just my thoughts,i went in the army 17.5 didnt no what i was going into main reason joining no work,most the blokes same as me all went Germany most boring place on the planet 5 years there just ended up getting trouble cause this be honest bye that time had enough the army,some people mature quicker than others or are older than there years.
JackCarrUSA I was a bit puzzled Jack,so maybe u can correct my ignorence or misunderstanding..But Dean Stott(who is an amazing Soldier and Personality)was talking about building&establishing relationships with the Libyans and involved with training them.? .An yet u still had the attack in Benghaz on the US Consulate in 2012!!.. And I'm speaking as a former Londoner,who has lived in the US for over 21 yrs&I became a Naturalized US Citizen in 11/2011.🇺🇸
I was playing rugby for the Combined Services as a young matelot..was told to report to Poole for an overnight stop before joining the team elsewhere.. Got my room had a few pints and got my head down... Woke up about half six in the morning surrounded by 6 guys with leatherman type tools jobing bits and pieces of kit on there beds... They weren't there when i got my head down but we're there when i got up....never heard anything.. they never said a word to me just smiled and i left the room... Straight away i had a feeling these guys we're different....penny dropped years later.....😂
