How do you teach a pilot to take down another aircraft? Dogfighting's been an essential tool in aerial domination since the invention of the aircraft, but even with today's technology, it's not nearly as easy as you might think. Top Gun Instructor Jack Stewart digs into how he learned to…
Is it true that TOPGUN only trains students to become instructors? Turns out, there's quite a few details the Tom Cruise movies missed when it comes to the most elite flying academy in the world - but when it comes to real world dogfighting, it's not all about academics. It's…
Why's my dog so aggressive? Some may say socializing with other dogs is the answer, but Mike's not so sure. In this exclusive clip from Episode 167 of the Mike Drop Podcast, Teamdog CEO and Handler Mike Ritland explains that simply shouting at a dog (or using an e-collar) might…
Wait a minute, ALIENS? It might sound far fetched, but TOP GUN Fighter Pilot Instructor Jack Stewart isn't so sure. In this exclusive clip from Episode 168 of Mike Drop, Jack weighs in on whether or not he's seen any little green men (or UFO's) - and whether or not…
Why's my dog so aggressive? How can I start to train them more effectively? And what's the secret to getting any dog to truly obey your commands? There may be a million ways to skin a cat, but dog training doesn't have to be that complicated. Just ask Mike Ritland.…
Is 'Buzzing the Tower' a real thing? Fans of Tom Cruise's TOP GUN films might remember Maverick screaming by the control tower, but it turns out it's a much bigger deal than you'd think. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/qfg3R-f7INI ---------- Get Your Copy of Jack's Book, 'Unknown Rider' on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/t33vbtyy…
Can 'Buzzing the Tower' get you kicked out of TOPGUN? Top Gun Pilot & Instructor Jack Stewart weighs in on whether or not the patented Tom Cruise trick will get any aspiring pilot the boot before reviewing aircraft carrier landings, vehicle selection, and why the Navy SEALs might be just…
Teaching aspiring pilots to fly is one thing - teaching TOPGUN students how to dogfight is another. TOPGUN Pilot and Instructor Jack Stewart weighs in on learning to fly the Navy way in this exclusive clip from Episode 166 of The Mike Drop Podcast. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/qfg3R-f7INI ---------- Get Your…
Jack Stewart always wanted to fly. Following in his pilot father's footsteps, he pursued a career in aviation at the U.S. Naval Academy before serving 23 years as a fighter pilot, flying combat missions from three different aircraft carriers and deploying to Afghanistan as a member of an Air Force…
A lot of people wish they could start over, but is there a way to genuinely start anew? French Foreign Legion and SEAL Team Seven vet Taylor Cavanaugh talks about getting a new name when he joined the French Foreign Legion, and why the fighting force is so quick to…
Taylor Cavanaugh's been arrested plenty of times, but running from the cops just before deployment isn't exactly a winning formula for success. In this clip from Episode 165 of The Mike Drop Podcast, French Foreign Legion and SEAL Team Seven vet Taylor Cavanaugh shares a particularly hairy incident involving a…
How does a Navy SEAL go from SEAL Team Seven to enlisting in the French Foreign Legion? Taylor Cavanaugh's got the answers, but you might not like how he got there. Turns out, getting arrested ain't so bad! Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/JhFOHZ9CbRo ---------- Support Taylor Cavanaugh - Website: https://www.taylorcavanaugh.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcavofficial…
The French Foreign Legion - a unique corps of the French Army that, unlike nearly any other army in the world, allows foreign nationals to enlist at will. It's a diverse fighting force, deploying all over the world into any conditions necessary. They're also the home of Taylor Cavanaugh, a…
Why's Shane Hiatt living on the road? Turns out even Shane might not know the answer - in this clip from Episode 164 of The Mike Drop Podcast, Shane digs into his 15 years living out of his truck, and why he's got no plans to stop anytime soon. Remember…
Mike Ritland was a BULLY?! Friend and fellow Navy SEAL Shane Hiatt recalls the day he broke both of his arms on a particularly tall track and field hurdle, and why Mike's unsympathetic response MIGHT have been just a little bit justified. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/eKQfHLKBNYg ---------- Support Shane Hiatt -…
Retired Navy SEAL Shane Hiatt has been living on the open road for over 15 years - just him, his dog, and the American Highway - all when he's not making elite custom knives over at SH9, of course. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/eKQfHLKBNYg ---------- Support Shane Hiatt - Get One of…
Mike Ritland and Shane Hiatt have been friends for a long time. Which is a surprisingly rare thing in the veteran community - the odds that two SEAL Team guys would run into each other again and again aren't quite as high as you might think. But Shane's a nomad…
SEALs are America's Toughest Warriors, but even they won't swim with the sharks. SH9's Shane Hiatt digs into a hairy situation involving a meat packing plant off the coast of Mogadishu, and why using new tech against old methods might save more SEAL lives than less. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/6MKMvVNYFy4 ----------…
The fitness goals required to become a Navy SEAL are incredibly challenging, but once you're on the Teams, anything goes, right? Shane Hiatt weighs in on the time he saw a SEAL Team Eight operator turn out three miles in less than 15 smoking minutes - all without wasting a…
Retired Navy SEAL Shane Hiatt has been living on the road since 2008 - just him, his dog, and the American Highway for over 15 years. Turns out, making knives can be surprisingly lucrative - especially when you've got friends in high places! Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/6MKMvVNYFy4 ---------- Support Shane Hiatt…
It takes all sorts to make the world, but only a select few are chosen to lead. Just ask Shane Hiatt - he's a former Point Man for SEAL Team 3, where he met and served together with our very own Mike Ritland. Since then they've been good friends for…
What's Drago's craziest raid story? An elusive Iraqi general didn't know what hit him when SEAL Team 2 showed up on his doorstep - especially when they opted to skip the knock and go for a flashier entrance instead. Remember - don't hold that doorknob! Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/KWOWCeH3MAg ---------- Support…
Nowadays, Jocko Willink's known for his podcast and brand, but back in the day Drago Dzieran only knew him from serving side-by-side on SEAL Team 2. Turns out, Jocko's not only an outstanding Jiu-Jitsu fighter - he's also a pretty good swimmer too! Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/KWOWCeH3MAg ---------- Support Drago Dzieran…
How did Navy SEAL Drago Dzieran meet Jocko Willink? Turns out it's only a small part of the story - serving at the Tip of the Spear on SEAL Team Two AND SEAL Team Four is no small feat. It's all a small part of Drago's stories from his memoir,…
