Operation Moshtarak, or 'The Battle of Marjah', constituted the largest joint operation of the War of Afghanistan until 2011. It involved Afghan, American, British, Canadian, Danish, and Estonian troops - over 15,000 all told - to remove the Taliban from Marja and eliminate the last Taliban stronghold in the central…
Can Army Apache Helicopter Pilots bring a bottle of water with them on their flights? What about snacks? And most importantly - what happens when nature calls? Retired Apache Helicopter pilot Ryan Fugit talks snacks, drinks, and bathroom habits (at the worst possible time) in this exclusive clip from Episode…
Nothing can really prepare you for the realities of war - so what happens when you're finally in it? Retired Navy SEAL Mike Ritland weighs in on truly understanding the gravity of the situation shortly after nabbing his first confirmed in this exclusive clip from Episode #169 of Mike Drop.…
Aliens? Shadow Organizations? Just what could the U.S. Government be hiding from us? Retired CIA Operative Ryan Fugit and Retired Navy SEAL Mike Ritland reveal why the U.S. Government simply couldn't be capable of some of America's most hairbrained conspiracy theories - even if they wanted to. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/_oUV_a07Mfw…
Does your spouse know you work for the CIA? What about your kids? In this exclusive clip from Episode #170 of Mike Drop, retired CIA operative and Combat Story podcast host Ryan Fugit weighs in on the perils of working at the most secretive organization in the world - and…
How has working at the CIA changed in the last 15 years? Turns out, ever-evolving technology isn't always a good thing when it comes to spy craft. Retired CIA Officer Ryan Fugit weighs in on just how challenging working at The Agency is now, and how his experience helped shape…
After 7 years of flying as an Apache Helicopter Pilot for the Army, Ryan Fugit knew it was time to settle down. So naturally, he moved back to the States, settled in with his family, and immediately joined the CIA as a Collection Management Officer. But working at The Agency…
Every minute, thousands of hours of content are uploaded to the internet. Videos, text messages, images - everything's fair game on the World Wide Web, right? Retired CIA Officer Ryan Fugit talks content moderation at companies like Google and Facebook, and why the most dangerous people are always the ones…
Learning to fly is hard enough - learning to HOVER is a different story entirely. Retired Army Apache Pilot and Combat Story Podcast Host Ryan Fugit weighs in on just why it's so difficult to learn to fly a helicopter - and why it's so impressive when somebody can do…
With all that modern technology has to offer, why is flying a helicopter still so hard? Retired Army Apache Pilot Ryan Fugit breaks down the three essential tools required to fly (hover?) in the skies, along with the master required to make it happen under pressure. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/ty9a9HwTUH4 ----------…
How difficult is flying a helicopter? You might think modern tech has solved for hovering and strafing, but Combat Story host Ryan Fugit knows better. In this sneak peek at Episode 169 of The Mike Drop Podcast, Ryan reviews his 7+ years flying as an Army Apache Helicopter pilot in…
Ryan Fugit is pretty good at seeing the bigger picture. Nowadays, he's a podcast host - hosting 'Combat Stories,' a weekly interview series dedicated to sharing war stories from some truly incredible veteran warriors - but before podcasting, he was a veteran himself, having served over seven years as an…
What's the secret to a quiet dog? Turns out, it's not just about who can bark the loudest. Mike digs into the reason so many dogs tend to bark as often as they like, and how you can turn the tables on your canine without them even suspecting a thing.…
Piloting a helicopter isn't an easy task. It's even more difficult when you're attempting to fly one bird with two pilots - like the AH-64 Apache requires - all while under fire, at night. Combat Story host Ryan Fugit recalls one particularly close call in this clip from Episode 169…
How does Mark and Reward work? It might seem complicated, but teaching your dog to pay attention really comes down to two things - timing and consistency. Fortunately, Mike's got the breakdown. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/1fF1v96D45k ---------- Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.pet ALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND: SHOP for Fueled…
What's the danger of unmanned drones? Aren't they safer? Top Gun Instructor Jack Stewart isn't so sure. In this clip from Episode #168 of Mike Drop (link below) Jack weighs in on the true hazard of using unmanned aircrafts to solve our problems - and why we might be better…
Top Gun Instructor Jack Stewart reflects on the challenges of September 11th, and how the logistics turned out to be more complicated than you might imagine. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/qfg3R-f7INI ---------- Get Your Copy of Jack's Book, 'Unknown Rider' on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/t33vbtyy Support Jack Stewart - Website: https://jackstewartbooks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackstewartbooks…
What does an F/A-18 pilot keep in the cockpit just in case things go south? Top Gun Instructor Jack Stewart digs into the essential tools needed to get out of any evac situation, along with the personal equipment allowed in every pilot's EDC. Full Discussion: https://youtu.be/oc2X6ITfYxM ---------- Get Your Copy…
What kind of gear goes into the average F/A-18 Survival Kit? Do pilots get any say in what go in their everyday carry? And just how close are we to a Terminator 2-style dystopian future of unmanned drones and total technological domination? Fortunately for us, Top Gun Fighter Pilot Instructor…
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.…
