Chapter
Joining the Military in a Time of War
46:56 - 52:31 (05:34)
The speaker discusses the challenges of joining the military during times of war and the animosity between veterans who served in peacetime versus those who entered combat immediately.
Clips
The guest was lucky to be a part of a combat platoon during the time when there wasn't much going on.
46:56 - 48:18 (01:22)
Summary
The guest was lucky to be a part of a combat platoon during the time when there wasn't much going on. He felt confident and ready to go to Iraq but later ended up switching troops.
ChapterJoining the Military in a Time of War
Episode#2 Travis Kennedy - Navy SEAL / BUDS Instructor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The podcast guest talks about how he handled being a primary medic in Afghanistan as a new guy and credits his mentors in his original platoon for preparing him well.
48:18 - 49:29 (01:10)
Summary
The podcast guest talks about how he handled being a primary medic in Afghanistan as a new guy and credits his mentors in his original platoon for preparing him well.
ChapterJoining the Military in a Time of War
Episode#2 Travis Kennedy - Navy SEAL / BUDS Instructor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker reflects on considering lying to his parents about where he was being deployed but ultimately decides to tell them the truth because it's what he signed up to do.
49:29 - 52:31 (03:02)
Summary
The speaker reflects on considering lying to his parents about where he was being deployed but ultimately decides to tell them the truth because it's what he signed up to do. He also acknowledges the importance of protecting new members in the military.