Episode
#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
3:23:31
Published: Mon Jun 06 2022
Description
Former SEAL Team Six/Devgru Operator Robert J. O'Neill gives a full recap of his career in the SEAL Teams. From start to finish we cover it all. This is a side of Rob you haven't seen before. We get philosophical on topics such as "Should we have ever gone to Iraq?" and "Would we have been friends with our enemies under different circumstances?" And of course... We get the first hand account of the night Rob killed Bin Laden. You have never heard this side from the Man who killed Osama Bin Laden. 🚨 Vigilance Elite Newsletter 🚨 https://www.shawnryanshow.com/newsletter Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shawn-ryan-show/id1492492083 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5eodRZd3qR9VT1ip1wI7xQ?si=59f9d106e56a4509 #VIGILANCEELITE #SHAWNRYANSHOW 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
The speaker shares firsthand details of the mission that led to the death of Osama Bin Laden, including insights into the compound's layout and encounters with Al-Qaeda members.
00:00 - 04:18 (04:18)
Summary
The speaker shares firsthand details of the mission that led to the death of Osama Bin Laden, including insights into the compound's layout and encounters with Al-Qaeda members.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The podcasters discuss the potency of Neptune's Beer at 12% and also share their thoughts on the likelihood of an upcoming alien invasion.
04:18 - 07:30 (03:12)
Summary
The podcasters discuss the potency of Neptune's Beer at 12% and also share their thoughts on the likelihood of an upcoming alien invasion.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The guest speaks about finding a sense of normalcy through hunting and military life, and how it provided a routine and escape from daily stressors.
07:30 - 09:44 (02:13)
Summary
The guest speaks about finding a sense of normalcy through hunting and military life, and how it provided a routine and escape from daily stressors.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker talks about their decision of joining the military and how a saying from someone inspired them to do it even though boot camp was tough.
09:44 - 12:42 (02:58)
Summary
The speaker talks about their decision of joining the military and how a saying from someone inspired them to do it even though boot camp was tough.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Anecdotes from a former NBA player about the correlation between free throws and success in life, including his own experience with becoming a Navy SEAL.
12:42 - 16:00 (03:18)
Summary
Anecdotes from a former NBA player about the correlation between free throws and success in life, including his own experience with becoming a Navy SEAL.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker talks about the expensive cost of steaks and how he failed a screening test due to illness and poor timing.
16:00 - 20:28 (04:28)
Summary
The speaker talks about the expensive cost of steaks and how he failed a screening test due to illness and poor timing.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Rob O'Neill advises young men wanting to become SEALs to prepare for cold water and shares an analogy using a 30-day challenge to motivate them.
20:28 - 24:43 (04:15)
Summary
Rob O'Neill advises young men wanting to become SEALs to prepare for cold water and shares an analogy using a 30-day challenge to motivate them.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A former Navy SEAL shared about his brutally tough Buds instructor who pushed their limits and challenged them to keep going even when they wanted to quit during the training.
24:43 - 27:25 (02:42)
Summary
A former Navy SEAL shared about his brutally tough Buds instructor who pushed their limits and challenged them to keep going even when they wanted to quit during the training.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker shares his experiences from his military training, including meeting an admiral for the first time and enduring the infamous mud pit exercise.
27:25 - 31:00 (03:35)
Summary
The speaker shares his experiences from his military training, including meeting an admiral for the first time and enduring the infamous mud pit exercise.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
This episode discusses the importance of learning dive physics, such as the bends and AGEs, and the vital role a reliable swim buddy plays in ensuring safe and successful ocean diving.
31:00 - 33:35 (02:35)
Summary
This episode discusses the importance of learning dive physics, such as the bends and AGEs, and the vital role a reliable swim buddy plays in ensuring safe and successful ocean diving. Meatheads who focus on physical fitness without fully comprehending the physics and safety factors of diving may fail.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Anecdotal story of how a Navy SEAL opted for free fall military training by choosing a team on the opposite coast from his desired team.
33:35 - 36:50 (03:15)
Summary
Anecdotal story of how a Navy SEAL opted for free fall military training by choosing a team on the opposite coast from his desired team.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A speaker reminisces about military diving training and how it differs from civilian diving training, as well as the intense discipline and attention required of the instructors.
36:50 - 39:52 (03:02)
Summary
A speaker reminisces about military diving training and how it differs from civilian diving training, as well as the intense discipline and attention required of the instructors.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A former Navy SEAL recalls his experience of preparing for the trident board while serving, and how he mistook his future Command Master Chief for a regular team guy during training.
39:52 - 43:20 (03:28)
Summary
A former Navy SEAL recalls his experience of preparing for the trident board while serving, and how he mistook his future Command Master Chief for a regular team guy during training.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker talks about being called in for a real-world mission into Albania and how he used his time on the ship to talk about ballistics with other recon snipers.
43:20 - 47:13 (03:53)
Summary
The speaker talks about being called in for a real-world mission into Albania and how he used his time on the ship to talk about ballistics with other recon snipers.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The most confident guys at the SEAL Team are the ones with a single platoon as they are considered the most experienced.
47:13 - 51:09 (03:56)
Summary
The most confident guys at the SEAL Team are the ones with a single platoon as they are considered the most experienced. SEAL Team Six guys are introduced to the speaker as they are assigned to do personal protection for important people at the embassy.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A military veteran recalls his deployment plans before 9/11 and how the news of the attacks affected them.
51:09 - 53:09 (02:00)
Summary
A military veteran recalls his deployment plans before 9/11 and how the news of the attacks affected them.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A former Navy SEAL talks about his experience of doing hydrographic reconnaissance as his first and only real-world operation in Iraq.
53:09 - 55:59 (02:50)
Summary
A former Navy SEAL talks about his experience of doing hydrographic reconnaissance as his first and only real-world operation in Iraq.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The ability to think through problems and make rapid decisions is highly valued in high-pressure situations.
55:59 - 58:37 (02:38)
Summary
The ability to think through problems and make rapid decisions is highly valued in high-pressure situations. Employers seek individuals who can perform under stress.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker discusses the challenges of sorting through resumes and finding qualified candidates as a business owner.
58:37 - 1:02:23 (03:46)
Summary
The speaker discusses the challenges of sorting through resumes and finding qualified candidates as a business owner. They also mention a good old boy network when it comes to hiring.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The podcast offers an exclusive insight into the Navy SEAL Teams, covering famous missions like Roberts Ridge and Tarkagar, and revealing what it's really like to be part of the elite special operations force.
1:02:23 - 1:05:20 (02:57)
Summary
The podcast offers an exclusive insight into the Navy SEAL Teams, covering famous missions like Roberts Ridge and Tarkagar, and revealing what it's really like to be part of the elite special operations force.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker talks about his military training and experiences, including a story about being told not to carry a pistol and the importance of leadership.
1:05:20 - 1:08:19 (02:58)
Summary
The speaker talks about his military training and experiences, including a story about being told not to carry a pistol and the importance of leadership.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker recalls a time when he was running a safe house in a war zone and admired the look of a man with body armor and a beard carrying a cop radio.
1:08:19 - 1:12:41 (04:21)
Summary
The speaker recalls a time when he was running a safe house in a war zone and admired the look of a man with body armor and a beard carrying a cop radio. The safe house was established by a three letter agency who bought a small hotel and hired locals for security, plumbing, and cooking.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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An adventurous tale of purchasing local bikes and building a cold tub the size of a hot tub while exploring traditions and local food.
1:12:41 - 1:15:38 (02:57)
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An adventurous tale of purchasing local bikes and building a cold tub the size of a hot tub while exploring traditions and local food.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The podcast describes the experience of soldiers who survived a missile attack in their helicopter during a mission.
1:15:38 - 1:18:19 (02:41)
Summary
The podcast describes the experience of soldiers who survived a missile attack in their helicopter during a mission.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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This excerpt highlights the importance of rigorous Seal training exemplified by a story of a Seal team member looking for intel from a village after a crash site.
1:18:19 - 1:20:55 (02:36)
Summary
This excerpt highlights the importance of rigorous Seal training exemplified by a story of a Seal team member looking for intel from a village after a crash site.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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Anecdotes from a Red Team member include a humorous description of how one individual reacted to military operations and a reflection on the uniform choices of soldiers.
1:20:55 - 1:25:56 (05:01)
Summary
Anecdotes from a Red Team member include a humorous description of how one individual reacted to military operations and a reflection on the uniform choices of soldiers.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A former soldier recounts a story from his deployment to Afghanistan where he was placed in charge of a safe house instead of being a member, and discusses an encounter with civilians near a gas station.
1:25:56 - 1:30:10 (04:14)
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A former soldier recounts a story from his deployment to Afghanistan where he was placed in charge of a safe house instead of being a member, and discusses an encounter with civilians near a gas station.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker recalls a moment when the importance of having quality first line gear was exemplified during a mission in Afghanistan.
1:30:10 - 1:33:06 (02:56)
Summary
The speaker recalls a moment when the importance of having quality first line gear was exemplified during a mission in Afghanistan.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A Marine recounts a close encounter with RPG and mortar fire, and the importance of properly functioning equipment.
1:33:06 - 1:35:49 (02:43)
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A Marine recounts a close encounter with RPG and mortar fire, and the importance of properly functioning equipment.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A man shares his experience of being part of a bombing mission in the Air Force and learning to respect the importance of their work.
1:35:49 - 1:38:12 (02:23)
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A man shares his experience of being part of a bombing mission in the Air Force and learning to respect the importance of their work.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A veteran recalls how his mother witnessed the presentation of his Silver Star medal for his actions in the Afghanistan war and vowed to never get another one.
1:38:12 - 1:40:58 (02:46)
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A veteran recalls how his mother witnessed the presentation of his Silver Star medal for his actions in the Afghanistan war and vowed to never get another one.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A former US Navy SEAL shares the tactics used in Iraq, including running through open doors and taking on shakeouts before deployment.
1:40:58 - 1:44:02 (03:04)
Summary
A former US Navy SEAL shares the tactics used in Iraq, including running through open doors and taking on shakeouts before deployment. He discusses the increased danger in Iraq as foreign fighters targeted Americans there.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker reflects on a past discussion with a colleague about patrolling strategies and their choice to approach the situation cautiously.
1:44:02 - 1:47:34 (03:32)
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The speaker reflects on a past discussion with a colleague about patrolling strategies and their choice to approach the situation cautiously.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The Mob was a small group of the finest counterterrorist operators in the US, whose mission was to go to different areas of insurgency and push back.
1:47:34 - 1:51:40 (04:06)
Summary
The Mob was a small group of the finest counterterrorist operators in the US, whose mission was to go to different areas of insurgency and push back. They would train local forces, hunt and sometimes kill terrorists.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A former military member discusses tactics for finding and eliminating targets during missions.
1:51:40 - 1:53:52 (02:12)
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A former military member discusses tactics for finding and eliminating targets during missions.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker discusses the tactics used during military missions, including tracking a target named "Mullah Mohammed" and observing his actions to gather valuable information.
1:53:52 - 1:57:46 (03:54)
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The speaker discusses the tactics used during military missions, including tracking a target named "Mullah Mohammed" and observing his actions to gather valuable information.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker highlights the frightening and haunting experience of killing another human being and how it often prompts one to question why and how such a decision was made.
1:57:46 - 2:01:17 (03:31)
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The speaker highlights the frightening and haunting experience of killing another human being and how it often prompts one to question why and how such a decision was made.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A discussion about the political divide and the consequences it has on people's lives.
2:01:17 - 2:05:12 (03:54)
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A discussion about the political divide and the consequences it has on people's lives.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A sniper recounts a daring rescue mission where he and his team brought water, radios and a pistol to free a group of hostages.
2:05:12 - 2:10:27 (05:15)
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A sniper recounts a daring rescue mission where he and his team brought water, radios and a pistol to free a group of hostages.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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In this podcast episode, the speaker talks about the preparation and skill required for snipers to make accurate shots, even in difficult situations.
2:10:27 - 2:12:56 (02:28)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speaker talks about the preparation and skill required for snipers to make accurate shots, even in difficult situations. He also discusses the cool and often overlooked aspects of being a sniper, including the need for therapy after intense missions.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A group of military personnel are given a mission to retrieve an unidentified object from a house in a bowl in an unknown country, while the narrator is continuing to plan future training trips for his team.
2:12:56 - 2:16:58 (04:02)
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A group of military personnel are given a mission to retrieve an unidentified object from a house in a bowl in an unknown country, while the narrator is continuing to plan future training trips for his team.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A former CIA contractor recounts a secretive mission where he and his team were called in during an emergency situation but were not informed as to what they would be doing until they arrived at the location.
2:16:58 - 2:21:42 (04:43)
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A former CIA contractor recounts a secretive mission where he and his team were called in during an emergency situation but were not informed as to what they would be doing until they arrived at the location.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The podcast host talks about the mission to capture Ben Laden with a former Navy SEAL, who shares how they managed to complete the mission with the help of the four best Army pilots in the world.
2:21:42 - 2:25:06 (03:24)
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The podcast host talks about the mission to capture Ben Laden with a former Navy SEAL, who shares how they managed to complete the mission with the help of the four best Army pilots in the world.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The White House strategizes how to capture Bin Laden, using a movie reference from the Hoosiers.
2:25:06 - 2:28:43 (03:37)
Summary
The White House strategizes how to capture Bin Laden, using a movie reference from the Hoosiers. They get lucky when the rumor surfaces that bin Laden would leave on September 11 of that year, increasing the urgency to capture him.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A speaker recounts a turbulent flight where they realize they can't make the scheduled landing and how this might have impacted President Obama at the time.
2:28:43 - 2:32:25 (03:41)
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A speaker recounts a turbulent flight where they realize they can't make the scheduled landing and how this might have impacted President Obama at the time.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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An individual describes their experience planning a military mission and the intensity and adrenaline associated with it.
2:32:25 - 2:36:33 (04:08)
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An individual describes their experience planning a military mission and the intensity and adrenaline associated with it.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The team of Navy SEALs discusses their strategy for minimizing casualties during the raid on Osama Bin Laden's compound.
2:36:33 - 2:40:38 (04:04)
Summary
The team of Navy SEALs discusses their strategy for minimizing casualties during the raid on Osama Bin Laden's compound. They reflect on the resilience and bravery required for their mission.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A man recounts how he moved from being the eighth person to the second person in a group of people and saw Osama Bin Laden standing three feet in front of him with his wife.
2:40:38 - 2:43:59 (03:20)
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A man recounts how he moved from being the eighth person to the second person in a group of people and saw Osama Bin Laden standing three feet in front of him with his wife.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker describes the nerve-wracking 85th minute of a flight, when the pilot informed them that they had to survive another 90 minutes, despite already being an hour into the flight.
2:43:59 - 2:50:05 (06:06)
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The speaker describes the nerve-wracking 85th minute of a flight, when the pilot informed them that they had to survive another 90 minutes, despite already being an hour into the flight.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The podcast episode shares an account of the speaker's experience participating in the operation that killed Osama Bin Laden.
2:50:07 - 2:53:53 (03:46)
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The podcast episode shares an account of the speaker's experience participating in the operation that killed Osama Bin Laden.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A military service member shares a story about a conversation he had with a fellow service member, describing the unexpected connection that formed.
2:53:53 - 2:57:59 (04:06)
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A military service member shares a story about a conversation he had with a fellow service member, describing the unexpected connection that formed.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker discusses an incident where a group of people dumped trashed skateboards in the ocean while on a shipping vessel and questions why they chose to do so.
2:57:59 - 3:00:44 (02:45)
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The speaker discusses an incident where a group of people dumped trashed skateboards in the ocean while on a shipping vessel and questions why they chose to do so.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The guest tells a story of using military tactics to set up an ambush, and discusses the misunderstanding of his book advance with an army officer.
3:00:45 - 3:07:03 (06:17)
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The guest tells a story of using military tactics to set up an ambush, and discusses the misunderstanding of his book advance with an army officer.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker discusses the challenges and animosity that arose from being the person who killed Osama Bin Laden, and reflects on the experience.
3:07:03 - 3:09:56 (02:52)
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The speaker discusses the challenges and animosity that arose from being the person who killed Osama Bin Laden, and reflects on the experience.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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The speaker shares a story about losing his wedding rings during his military wedding attended by celebrities like Kid Rock.
3:09:56 - 3:16:56 (07:00)
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The speaker shares a story about losing his wedding rings during his military wedding attended by celebrities like Kid Rock. He also emphasizes the competition that exists within the military community and the difficult life of those who have been in combat for their entire careers.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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A man recounts his hunting trip where he sent his brother and friend to hunt whitetails while he went to look for mule deer and elk.
3:16:58 - 3:21:25 (04:27)
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A man recounts his hunting trip where he sent his brother and friend to hunt whitetails while he went to look for mule deer and elk. However, things went awry when his brother mistook his dad for a deer and shot him.
Episode#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
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Georgia Mitchell shares an unverified story of a bride catching her partner breastfeeding.
3:21:26 - 3:22:42 (01:16)
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Georgia Mitchell shares an unverified story of a bride catching her partner breastfeeding. The hosts express their shock and deem it a deal breaker if true.