PreCombat Check

PreCombat Check

Listen to veterans from various branches, units, jobs, and U.S. Special Operation members as they share their stories

Episodes

August 16, 2019 45 mins

How far are you willing to push yourself? Today my guest was an Army Ranger and currently serves in Special Forces. He has taken on many challenges, dealt with failures, but keeps coming out on top. Listen as he shares some experiences, tips, and advice on how to be mentally tough.

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Life at home for a military member is extremely important. Having a solid support system can make a big difference in what one can accomplish in life. My guest today, Mel, has been a military spouse for 15 years. She shares her experiences and perspective on being a partner to her husband who is in a special operations unit. 

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July 14, 2019 22 mins

There are people who choose to work with explosives. Today my guest Chris is one of those crazy people. He has a lot of time in the Navy and shares his experiences, how to become an EOD Tech, a war story, and gives some advice. 

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June 6, 2019 3 mins

Listeners, I have some news to share. I wrote a book! It is called Call of the Warrior: A veterans guide to life and joining the military. Check out the precombatcheck.com website for more information. 

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May 15, 2019 42 mins

The movie Top Gun gave many people the dream to fly fighter jets. My guest today chased that dream. He currently flies an F16 for the Air Force National Guard. In this episode he will share how to become a pilot, some benefits he took advantage of, and the realities of being in. 

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April 9, 2019 52 mins

They were a sniper team in the 75th Ranger Regiment. Listen as they share their stories and recommendations for those thinking of becoming one.

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March 31, 2019 26 mins

SEALs are the most publicly known United States Military Special Operations group. My guest Trevor, a former Navy SEAL, talks about the realities of being one and shares his experiences.

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March 11, 2019 25 mins

Today my guest Sal explains what it is like to be a Static Security Contractor. Many people think this job is a hired gun or a mercenary. Here he will tell you the realities and give advice for veterans considering this line of work.

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March 4, 2019 23 mins

Cameron was in the 82nd Airborne, 7th Special Forces Group and 20th Special Forces Group (National Guard). Hear his stories, experiences, and recommendations for those interested in joining.

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February 23, 2019 26 mins

He was an Infantryman, Scout Sniper, and member of MARSOC as a Raider in the United States Marines. Listen to Zac as he shares his story and experiences.

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February 17, 2019 13 mins

In this first episode, I share my story of joining the military and becoming a US Army Ranger. 

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