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00:00:00 – 01:02:08
The video features Greg Lapin and Mike interviewing Tony Cowen, a former Army Green Beret, as they discuss their rigorous selection process experiences. The themes of determination, resilience, professionalism, and adaptability are highlighted through stories of challenging hikes, Haiti missions, and leadership lessons. The importance of learning from mistakes, mutual respect, and the impact of colleagues like Jay and SEAL member Mike Seer is emphasized. The speaker also shares insights on TBI struggles, shooting courses, nonprofit work, and personal growth beyond shooting skills. Lily the dog makes a cameo, and the video wraps up with discussions on podcasting, training, and appreciation.
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In this part of the video, Greg Lapin and Mike interview Tony Cowen, a former Army Green Beret with experience in Army Contracting. They discuss their past experiences working together, including going through a rigorous selection process. Tony shares his nervousness and determination during his selection process at Triple Canopy, highlighting the intense nature of the selection and the competitiveness among candidates. The instructors emphasized the need for excellence and the high standards expected, illustrating the pressure and mindset required for success in the special operations field.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the concept of “every day is a selection” and shares a story about hiking across the Bob Marshall Wilderness with his partner, Melissa. The video delves into their relationship, hiking experience, encountering a forest fire, meeting another hiker on the trail, and the lessons learned during the journey. Melissa’s resilience and determination during the challenging hike are highlighted, emphasizing her ability to adapt and learn new skills, such as land navigation and blister care. The speaker also reflects on the minimalist approach to hiking after meeting the other hiker with basic gear.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their experiences in Haiti, emphasizing the dangers and challenges faced while working there. They mention being involved in recovery operations after the president’s assassination, encountering rich Haitians and even staying in a former narco trafficker’s castle. The speaker recalls memories of Haiti, including a memorable incident involving a truck with a unique setup and the chaos and lack of preparedness near the old Embassy. They also reflect on their role as a young guy in a permissive yet dangerous environment and feeling the pressure to perform and adapt to the unpredictable situations in Haiti. The speaker expresses regret for feeling like they let down their team leader while emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability in such high-stress scenarios.
00:30:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker reflects on a key moment where professionalism was emphasized by a colleague named Jay, who taught the importance of remaining calm and fair. The speaker recalls a situation where Jay provided guidance after a mistake was made, highlighting the significance of learning from errors. Additionally, the speaker discusses the role of their team as a support element rather than the primary focus, underlining the need for cooperation and understanding within their group. The importance of mutual respect, support, and acknowledging mistakes is emphasized throughout the discussion, highlighting the speaker’s experiences and interactions with their team members.
00:40:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker shares insights about his experiences working with SEALs and the importance of adult supervision. He reflects on leadership challenges and the need for ongoing questioning and learning from team members. The speaker discusses a SEAL colleague named Mike Seer, who was instrumental in his financial education and eventually succumbed to brain cancer. The conversation also delves into the speaker’s personal struggles with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and a close call with potential health issues. Lastly, the video briefly touches on the speaker’s transition to offering shooting courses on his own range after leaving contracting work.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses his experience as a sniper platoon sergeant and his upcoming training classes in pistol and carbine shooting. He mentions his nonprofit organization called The Reason Outdoors, focused on teaching hunting and fishing skills. The conversation also touches on the importance of capabilities beyond just shooting, such as physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The speaker emphasizes practical self-improvement rather than motivational speeches and shares his personal approach to social media interactions. Additionally, he talks about the challenges of balancing hunting hobbies with relationships.
01:00:00
In this segment, the speaker mentions shadow banning and offers to provide links in the show notes below for more information. They discuss taking interim control of the Mike Force podcast and explain the name’s origins. The speaker introduces his dog, Lily, who interrupts the video. The conversation turns to training with Tony and the enjoyable chat with the interviewer. The segment ends with appreciation and a mention of the beautiful weather.