Episode
#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
2:19:52
Published: Tue Oct 26 2021
Description
On this episode of the Shawn Ryan Show, Alan Cooper a longtime friend of Shawn's who is a Recon Marine, a Green Beret, and a CIA Contractor sits down with Shawn and discusses some of the highlights of his career. Alan Cooper was a Reconnaissance Marine in Operation Desert Storm who was on the mission that helped end the entire war. Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shawn-ryan-show/id1492492083 Alan Cooper Links: Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/truegritwooddesigns Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phalanx_concealment_llc https://www.instagram.com/truegritwooddesigns Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website - https://www.shawnryanshow.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/VigilanceElite TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnryanshow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shawnryan762 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
A former soldier shares his first experience on a military base when he was just 21 years old and the weapons he was given to train with.
00:00 - 03:40 (03:40)
Summary
A former soldier shares his first experience on a military base when he was just 21 years old and the weapons he was given to train with.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
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The host thanks all the patrons for their support.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speakers discuss a person who had a major part in the Desert Storm and received decorations for it.
08:17 - 11:11 (02:54)
Summary
The speakers discuss a person who had a major part in the Desert Storm and received decorations for it. The conversation also touches on dental work that needs to be done.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The guest talks about their experience being on a podcast and the common goal of promoting something, but admits to also wanting free merchandise.
11:11 - 15:39 (04:28)
Summary
The guest talks about their experience being on a podcast and the common goal of promoting something, but admits to also wanting free merchandise.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A former soldier recounts his experience training in a toe gunner platoon during his time in Hawaii and the moment he was promoted out of it.
15:39 - 20:04 (04:24)
Summary
A former soldier recounts his experience training in a toe gunner platoon during his time in Hawaii and the moment he was promoted out of it.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Training for amphibious landings and scout swimming techniques involved mounting an F-470 zodiac on a larger boat and utilizing scout swimmers to recon the coast and swim out to the ship, with a lasso assisting in getting into the boat.
20:04 - 27:14 (07:10)
Summary
Training for amphibious landings and scout swimming techniques involved mounting an F-470 zodiac on a larger boat and utilizing scout swimmers to recon the coast and swim out to the ship, with a lasso assisting in getting into the boat.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The Gulf War had a six-week air attack and a 100-hour ground war, and was the first time the US Air Force used space and stealth technology.
27:14 - 35:11 (07:57)
Summary
The Gulf War had a six-week air attack and a 100-hour ground war, and was the first time the US Air Force used space and stealth technology. Marines also took on a reconnaissance mission during the war.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A former soldier talks about how much time they had to prepare for their deployment and how they all bought their own pistols in anticipation of going to war.
35:11 - 38:12 (03:00)
Summary
A former soldier talks about how much time they had to prepare for their deployment and how they all bought their own pistols in anticipation of going to war.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A former Marine discusses his training with weapons such as the 50 cal and his deployment to Manifa Bay in Saudi Arabia.
38:12 - 42:38 (04:26)
Summary
A former Marine discusses his training with weapons such as the 50 cal and his deployment to Manifa Bay in Saudi Arabia.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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One man describes his combat experience as not just a series of explosions, but constant alarms and anticipation.
42:38 - 47:27 (04:49)
Summary
One man describes his combat experience as not just a series of explosions, but constant alarms and anticipation. Military members who have joined the military more recently may have already heard about combat for years before experiencing it themselves.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speaker discusses military operations and safe houses, including the equipment and weapons necessary to carry out such operations.
47:27 - 55:04 (07:37)
Summary
The speaker discusses military operations and safe houses, including the equipment and weapons necessary to carry out such operations.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speaker witnessed some large fireballs hitting the east side of the city and found some cash before moving to another location out of concern for potential danger.
55:04 - 57:29 (02:25)
Summary
The speaker witnessed some large fireballs hitting the east side of the city and found some cash before moving to another location out of concern for potential danger.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A team leader reports small arms fire after noticing illumination and gunfire, while the CEO hears it from the back.
57:29 - 1:01:14 (03:45)
Summary
A team leader reports small arms fire after noticing illumination and gunfire, while the CEO hears it from the back.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The Marines set up around the city, not willing to level it.
1:01:14 - 1:05:57 (04:43)
Summary
The Marines set up around the city, not willing to level it. After reports that it had been overtaken, coalition forces began to come in to retake the city with Qataris and Saudis providing tanks and armor personnel carriers.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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During a coalition operation, a Special Forces soldier known as Coyote led the mission.
1:05:57 - 1:10:00 (04:03)
Summary
During a coalition operation, a Special Forces soldier known as Coyote led the mission. An intense moment occurred when a team member asked for permission to throw a grenade, causing chaos.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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Two soldiers recount their harrowing experience of being surrounded by Iraqis for 40 hours and narrowly escaping without any harm.
1:10:00 - 1:14:01 (04:01)
Summary
Two soldiers recount their harrowing experience of being surrounded by Iraqis for 40 hours and narrowly escaping without any harm.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A soldier shares his experience of wiring phones in an abandoned city and using it to communicate with the CNN after facing sniper fire in Kafji, to quickly update his status.
1:14:01 - 1:17:55 (03:53)
Summary
A soldier shares his experience of wiring phones in an abandoned city and using it to communicate with the CNN after facing sniper fire in Kafji, to quickly update his status.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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Coop and his unit found a route into Kuwait from the Saudi border which was used by the U.S. troops to get into Kuwait and led to the end of the war.
1:17:55 - 1:27:22 (09:27)
Summary
Coop and his unit found a route into Kuwait from the Saudi border which was used by the U.S. troops to get into Kuwait and led to the end of the war.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speaker considered joining the Army, becoming a Navy SEAL or a PJ, but wondered how long the list of options could be.
1:27:22 - 1:32:58 (05:36)
Summary
The speaker considered joining the Army, becoming a Navy SEAL or a PJ, but wondered how long the list of options could be.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A Marine talks about the intense physical training involved in becoming a Marine, including carrying a 65-pound rucksack filled with sandbags and 150-pound solid steel pipes for five to six days.
1:32:58 - 1:38:16 (05:18)
Summary
A Marine talks about the intense physical training involved in becoming a Marine, including carrying a 65-pound rucksack filled with sandbags and 150-pound solid steel pipes for five to six days.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speaker recalls the dedication and physical endurance of his fellow soldiers during deployment, and discusses upcoming topics including his own experiences in Asia.
1:38:16 - 1:41:28 (03:12)
Summary
The speaker recalls the dedication and physical endurance of his fellow soldiers during deployment, and discusses upcoming topics including his own experiences in Asia.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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Learn survival skills in the second week of military school such as how to kill and skin animals.
1:41:28 - 1:44:58 (03:30)
Summary
Learn survival skills in the second week of military school such as how to kill and skin animals. Language school often lasts between four and six months with soldiers sometimes having to resort to eating found animals such as pigs and deer.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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In this episode, the host discusses some tips on how to survive an interrogation such as denying everything, making counter accusations, admitting to nothing, coming up with a story that kind of goes along and fighting it.
1:44:58 - 1:48:05 (03:07)
Summary
In this episode, the host discusses some tips on how to survive an interrogation such as denying everything, making counter accusations, admitting to nothing, coming up with a story that kind of goes along and fighting it.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The key to successful interrogation is building a rapport with the individual, even if they are a "soft cell guy".
1:48:05 - 1:52:45 (04:40)
Summary
The key to successful interrogation is building a rapport with the individual, even if they are a "soft cell guy". By being consistently nice and respectful, they will eventually open up and share the information you need.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The Nepalese Army was trained on military decision-making process and tactical skills to counter terrorist group, Maoists, by a former CIA officer.
1:52:45 - 1:57:32 (04:47)
Summary
The Nepalese Army was trained on military decision-making process and tactical skills to counter terrorist group, Maoists, by a former CIA officer. The training covered strategies for locating and attacking the Maoists.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The speaker discusses terrorist activity in Sri Lanka and the Philippines, including a recent attack in which a man on a motorcycle packed with explosives killed one person and wounded the captain at a cafe, and how certain areas of the islands have been targeted by terrorist groups.
1:57:32 - 2:01:03 (03:31)
Summary
The speaker discusses terrorist activity in Sri Lanka and the Philippines, including a recent attack in which a man on a motorcycle packed with explosives killed one person and wounded the captain at a cafe, and how certain areas of the islands have been targeted by terrorist groups.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The podcast discusses how the military teaches survival tactics for real-life situations.
2:01:03 - 2:04:56 (03:53)
Summary
The podcast discusses how the military teaches survival tactics for real-life situations. It brings up an example of how the military taught people to keep individuals alive for a few days, possibly looking for nuclear weapons that could be a threat.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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A former soldier reflects on his past combat and training experiences.
2:04:56 - 2:10:15 (05:18)
Summary
A former soldier reflects on his past combat and training experiences. It has become ingrained in him after doing it for so long.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The guest discusses their shift from making butcher block cutting boards to creating charcuterie boards and unique serving trays with wood epoxy art, as well as the challenges of selecting table legs.
2:10:15 - 2:13:53 (03:38)
Summary
The guest discusses their shift from making butcher block cutting boards to creating charcuterie boards and unique serving trays with wood epoxy art, as well as the challenges of selecting table legs.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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The difficulty of transitioning from a life of special operations and agency work to the business world is discussed, along with the importance of supporting veterans through this process.
2:13:53 - 2:18:27 (04:33)
Summary
The difficulty of transitioning from a life of special operations and agency work to the business world is discussed, along with the importance of supporting veterans through this process.
Episode#14 Alan Cooper - Marine Recon/Green Beret/CIA Contractor
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Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Erin Mate is a podcast featuring exclusive interviews, commentary and humor.
2:18:27 - 2:19:03 (00:36)
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Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Erin Mate is a podcast featuring exclusive interviews, commentary and humor. In this episode, they discuss how catching one's partner being breastfed by their mother could be a deal breaker and the importance of being a responsible journalist.