MACV-SOG in Vietnam | Dick “Dynamite” Thompson | Ep.366

MACV-SOG in Vietnam | Dick “Dynamite” Thompson | Ep.366

In this interview, retired Lieutenant Colonel Dick Thompson, a veteran of the top-secret Studies and Observation Group (SOG) in Vietnam, shares his experiences. He recounts his journey from a young enlistee to a highly decorated officer, detailing harrowing missions, the psychological toll of combat, and the unique tactics his unit used. Thompson also reflects on his life after the war and his work helping veterans with combat stress and resilience.
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00:00 - Start
09:19 - Dick's journey from enlistee to Ranger.
26:36 - His recruitment into the top-secret SOG.
29:05 - What made SOG different from other units.
35:48 - The ambush on his first SOG mission.
45:07 - A hand-to-hand fight with an NVA soldier.
1:04:25 - SOG's "black ops" tactics.
1:11:33 - The physical demands on SOG operators.
1:19:50 - Dick's career as a Ranger instructor.
1:44:31 - A discussion on PTSD and mental health.
2:11:05 - Dick's final thoughts on leadership and resilience.


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SEAL Team 6 Operator | Trey Lindsey | Ep. 349

SEAL Team 6 Operator | Trey Lindsey | Ep. 349

A 20-year Navy veteran, Trey Lindsey served 18 years as a Navy SEAL, including 13 with SEAL Team 6, undertaking numerous combat deployments. He's now the CEO of Gallowglass Guardian Group, providing tactical and security consulting for law enforcement, military, and civilians. Trey is also a Louisiana POST certified and NTOA instructor.Find Trey here:website: http://3gstrategicconsultants.comSwag Store: https://www.3gmerch.com Knife Company Website: tsgblades.com (Should be live within a week or two)Email: trey@3gstrategicconsultants.comInstagram- gallowglass3g / theetl3 / tsgbaldesStrategic Partner- Do A Little Good Foundation (https://dalg.org)Jacquelyn (Jacki) ReadAthena Defense Groupwebsite: https://www.athenadefensegroup.comInstagram- Athena Defense Group--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Sponsors:GhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 10% off! For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouseTo help support the show and for all bonus content including:-live shows and asking guest questions -ad free audio and video-early access to shows-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured__________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 Start01:15 Childhood dream sparked by Rogue Warrior.04:58 BUD/S taught "eat an elephant one bite at a time."10:16 Unique entry to SEAL Team 4's deployment.16:03 First deployment's focus: direct action raids in Fallujah.34:58 Joining SEAL Team 6: A natural progression.40:24 Key role in Jessica Buchanan hostage rescue.1:11:08 Post-military mission: enhancing law enforcement safety.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

31 Mai 1h 32min

The War in Ukraine Enters a New Phase

The War in Ukraine Enters a New Phase

This conversation explored current geopolitical hotspots, from Russia's sustained aggression in Ukraine and its impact on US military readiness, to the intricate Iranian nuclear negotiations and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. It also reflected on the lessons learned from the Iraq war, particularly regarding military strategy and the unforeseen consequences of nation-building efforts.Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comFind Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social00:00: Introduction & Russia's Attack on Ukraine.01:00: Russia's Aggression and US Response.30:15: US Weapons Production & Global Alliances.34:25: Iranian Nuclear Talks & Regional Issues.43:55: Gaza Conflict & Humanitarian Crisis.53:40: Lessons from Iraq & Counterinsurgency.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

26 Mai 1h 12min

Australian SAS Operator | Mark Direen | Ep. 348

Australian SAS Operator | Mark Direen | Ep. 348

Mark Direen is a former Australian Special Forces (SASR) soldier with a 20-year military career, including five deployments to Afghanistan. Wounded in an IED attack in 2007, he returned to duty just six months later. After leaving the Army in 2009, he worked in security at the Australian Embassy in Kabul before moving into expedition guiding across remote regions including Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, and Tasmania. His post-service life reflects his operational mindset: adapt, improve, and keep moving forward.Find Mark here:https://markdireen.com/https://pointassist.com.au/Mark's book:https://pointassist.com.au/product/whats-the-point/Bravery and Betrayal documentary :https://wanderingwarriors.org/bravery-betrayal-the-documentary/entary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3rS0h-pjqc---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Sponsors:GhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 10% off! The Perfect Jean ⬇️http://theperfectjean.nyc/HOUSE15for 15% off!!For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouseTo help support the show and for all bonus content including:-live shows and asking guest questions -ad free audio and video-early access to shows-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured__________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

24 Mai 1h 57min

Former Green Beret & Army Ranger Tells All | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

Former Green Beret & Army Ranger Tells All | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

We’re joined by Jack Murphy today former Green beret and Army Ranger.Jack’s workhttps://thehighside.substack.comSupport the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comFind Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.socialBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

22 Mai 1h 14min

Putin Balks at Ceasefire Negotiations in Turkey | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

Putin Balks at Ceasefire Negotiations in Turkey | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

\Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comFind Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.sociBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

18 Mai 59min

Army Special Mission Unit Intel Officer | Nic Adams | Ep. 347

Army Special Mission Unit Intel Officer | Nic Adams | Ep. 347

Prior to his work on Capitol Hill, Adams served as a commissioned officer in the US Army. He deployed multiple times to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, as well as to Jordan and Iraq during the Global War on Terror. After ten years on active duty, he transitioned to the Army Reserve. Adams holds a BS in political science from Boise State University and a master of international public policy from the Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies.find Nic here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-adams208----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Today's Sponsors:GhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 10% off! Ridge Wallet ⬇️https://ridge.com/HOUSEfor up to 40% off!!For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouseTo help support the show and for all bonus content including:-live shows and asking guest questions -ad free audio and video-early access to shows-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured__________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample#armysmu #smuBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

17 Mai 2h 5min

Trumps Middle East Trip | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

Trumps Middle East Trip | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

Today we’re joined by Marc Polyneropoulos former Senior CIA Officer to talk about Trump’s Middle East trip. Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comFind Marc Polymer here: ⬇️https://x.com/Mpolymer?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://bsky.app/profile/mpolymer1.bsky.socialFind Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.sociBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

16 Mai 48min

Inside the Dept of Homeland Security | Erik Rosenblatt | Ep. 346

Inside the Dept of Homeland Security | Erik Rosenblatt | Ep. 346

As a former HSI and DHS agent, Erik was on the front lines of major operations targeting cartels, human traffickers, cybercriminals, and terrorists. He played a direct role in taking down El Chapo and has extensive experience in high-stakes investigations, from infiltrating organized crime networks to combating emerging threats in cybercrime and counterterrorism.New merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured—————————————————————-Today's Sponsors:Mando ⬇️https://shopmando.comPromo code "TEAMHOUSE" for 40% off your starter pack.GhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 10% off! ___________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————To help support the show and for all bonus content including:https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse-AD FREE AUDIO-AD FREE VIDEO-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseOr make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"Want to sponsor the show?Email: ⬇️theteamhousepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

14 Mai 1h 51min

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