Ep. 33: Greg Wheelock - (N1) Expanding Capabilities on Active Duty and as a Civilian

In episode 33, Greg Wheelock, a retired Lieutenant Commander with a 25-year career in the U.S. Navy, as he shares captivating tales from his journey as a Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician. From his early fascination with EOD teams in Guam to shipboard deployments and shore duties in locations like Det Bermuda, Wheelock provides a firsthand account of the diverse and dynamic world of EOD operations. The conversation delves into the challenges of underwater demolitions, parachute insertions, and even a cinematic-like experience of parachuting onto a submarine in the middle of the sea.

The narrative seamlessly weaves through Wheelock's experiences, from his transition to becoming a Limited Duty Officer (LDO) to the camaraderie within the tight-knit EOD community and the use of humor as a coping mechanism in high-stress situations. The episode not only offers a glimpse into the adrenaline-pumping world of EOD but also explores Wheelock's successful transition to civilian life, where he used the skills and knowledge he attained during 25 years of active duty, with the Technical Support Center (TSC), providing crucial expertise and support for EOD operations. Get ready for an episode packed with adventure, resilience, and the unique bond forged in the EOD community.

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TIME STAMP

00:00 – Start

00:53 – Guest Introduction

01:11 – Sponsor

01:40 – Gunners Mate Navy time

03:09 – Exposed to Navy EOD

09:41 – Mobile Unit One in Hawaii

13:24 – Shore Duty Detachment Bermuda

24:32 – Operation Raleigh

28:13 – EOD Parachute Insertion Capability

34:45 – MK16 Rebreather Diving Rig

40:40 – China Lake Director for Energetics

55:11 – Mine Counter Measures Sonar Equipment

01:07:49 – Night Dive and Near Mishaps

01:15:45 – Putting in an LDO Package

01:24:39 – EOD Dark Humor

01:41:28 – What to do Post Retirement

01:55:07 – Tactical Level is Where Wars are Won

01:58:27 – Current Work

02:03:58 – Greg Wheelock’s Message to Active Duty