Tier1 Podcast

Former Seal Team 6 Operator Chris Fettes joins former Delta Force Operator Brent Tucker for an epic live show! Join in and ask the questions you've always wanted to and get answers from both the Army and Navy side of tier one special operations.

4 Firefighters that work together travel down to the Great State of Florida just to hang out and be apart of the Live! Grab all your FRCC goodies and watch as Brent and the boys bring you a cant miss Thursday night show full of laughs and shenanigans!

Special Air Service veteran Duncan Bailie served over two decades in the regiment, beginning just before September 11 attacks, after first serving in the 2nd Battalion, Parachute Regiment. In this episode, he gives an inside look at SAS selection, deployments across Iraq and beyond, and what it was like serving alongside 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta in joint operations where the SAS and Delta Force lived, planned, and conducted missions together both side by side and independently. Tune in and enjoy.

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The Tier1 Podcast welcomes Daniel Gade, retired US Army lieutenant colonel, professor, public policy leader, and former US Senate candidate from Virginia who led troops in combat and lost his leg in Ramadi, Iraq. He wrote the book Wounding Warriors that exposes the truth behind the VA being incentivized to keep our nations heroes sick and also the untold truth about veterans committing fraud to get paid for life. It's a story few are bold enough to cover, and thanks to the courage  of Daniel Gade, we are able to do it.

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Brent takes a logical and wholistic look into what happened into President Trumps assassination attempt by Cole Tomas Allen. What do we know more now then we did? Did the Secret Service do enough? Was it an inside job? Tune in and find out! We're having a Tier1 Podcast Giveaway! Join our Patreon for your chance to win Pano NVG'S and support the podcast!

Jay Collins is a decorated combat veteran and former Green Beret, he lost his left leg due to a combat injury he suffered in Afghanistan, he went on to reenlist as a Green Beret as an amputee passing all Special Forces requirements! As a Special Forces Medic he also served at Fort Bragg with the nations most elite Special Mission Unit (SMU). After retirement, he served as a Florida State Senator and is currently serving as Lt Governor. Jay Collins is currently campaigning for the Governor of Florida. Tune in and listen to his amazing story of perseverance and leadership.

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Was it a Delta Force member that bet on the Maduro raid and made 400k? And how is Rob O'Neill taking the news of his fellow SEAL Team 6 operator on the UBL Raid (Neptune's Spear) coming on the Tier1 Podcast? Well.... not so good. Tune in and find out!

Alex West served on Seal Team 3 and at the time was the youngest man to make it to the U.S. Navy's premiere hostage rescue and high value target unit, Seal Team 6! He worked with the U.S. Army's Delta Force during the surge of Iraq and was a Team Leader for the Osama Bin Laden raid, arguably one of the greatest raids going cross border into another country and ending the decade long search for the most wanted man in the world by America. He is also a practicing therapist in Nashville TN and also the founder of the veteran nonprofit One More Wave ( onemorewave.com ) that provides free surfboards for injured vets.

Tonight is a BIG night for the team room! First we have an update on the weakest lawsuit of all time brought to you by Rob "Look at me" Oneill, the Navy SEAL who claims to be the lone gunman to defeat Osama bin Laden while his teammates watched or were busy clearing nothing or something like that, BUT way more important we are announcing the winner for the $1,000 give away to one of our Patreon members so they can do good! Find out who and what they want to do with it!

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SGM Travis Horning served in almost every aspect and level of 5th Special Forces Group. Including combat tours in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria as well as places around the Middle East. One of his many teams and positions was to cultivate the newly reborn Jedburgh teams into a modern day fighting force based off the principles of the original World War 2 teams. In this episode we cover the history of the Jedburghs as well as covering his career that took him from a young combat engineer (including Sapper and Ranger School) leadership within the legendary 5th Special Forces Group. Travis may be the most complete Special Forces soldier we've ever interviewed, tune in and find out why!

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Life is tough, the world feels heavy, so much negative things to think about ...... not tonight! Tonight we watch good people do good things AND Brent Tucker gives away $1,000 dollars, but what's the catch? Tune in and find out!

Most people have no idea how hard PMCs had to fight in Iraq.Constant ambushes. Urban warfare. Split-second decisions that meant life or death.This clip with former Navy Seal and Blackwater veteran Jimmy Watson dives into the reality behind the contracts, the chaos, the pressure, and the level of violence these teams had to handle daily.#podcast #tier1podcast #specialoperations #military #deltaforce #navyseals #contractor

Justin Klahn has worked with the biggest names across the spectrum. He has written a book to share his experiences and also came on the show to share them with our audience. He calls them Centers of Excellence, tune in and find out what they all have in common in this amazing story of how his leadership has improved all of these juggernauts.

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Thursday night is for the patriots! Gather round as we discuss current events and take a break from the weight of life with a few laughs... and maybe we learn a few things.

Joe England spent his career collecting intel at various levels within Special Operations, first within US Army Special Forces and then at our nations premier intelligence unit the ISA ( Intelligence Support Activity). Working with our nations most elite forces from SEAL Team 6, Delta Force and the CIA. Learn what they do and how they do it in this rare episode hosted by Brent Tucker.

Jarred Taylor joins the Tier1 Podcast for a night with the Patriots! Learn about how it all started with him and his venture with Black Rifle Coffee Company. Jarred also spent his time as an Air Force Special Operations Airman. Join us!We're having a Tier1 Podcast Giveaway! Join our Patreon for your chance to win and support the podcast.SponsorsElevated Silence – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://elevatedsilence.comBrotherhood Blades – 10 percent off with code TIER1https://brotherhoodblades.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement traininghttps://clouddefensive.comVenjenz – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://venjenz.comCombat Solutions Group Industries | KingPixMediaLive production support and livestreamshttps://www.twitch.tv/kingpixmediaSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kineticshttps://patreon.com/tier1podcastOfficial Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shopSupport the Mission50 for the Fallenhttps://50ftf.org

From the United States Navy SEALs to addiction, homelessness, and nearly losing everything, Taylor Cavanaugh’s story is one of the most powerful examples of resilience and redemption.At his lowest point, he believed his life was over.Instead of giving up, Taylor made a life-altering decision—leaving everything behind to serve in an elite foreign unit and rebuild himself from the ground up. This episode dives deep into the highs, the lows, and the brutal reality of what it takes to come back from rock bottom.We also discuss how those experiences shaped his approach to leadership, mentorship, and success in both special operations and the business world.

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Born in Iran and persecuted for his family's faith. As a child, Donnie Niyari was sent across the Iranian border alone in hopes of reaching the United States and finding freedom.Donnie would eventually make it to America and spend 22 years serving in the United States Navy, trying to repay what he believed was a debt to the country that gave him a chance.This is a story about family, freedom, and service.

Join us in the team room again this Thursday night! We'll talk about current events and take a look into the Jedburgh teams, an elite team created during World War II and brought back by Special Forces to combat the war on terror in a unique way.

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Brent Tucker's former teammate, Xavier Lendof has one of the most unique careers you'll hear. From 0311 Infantry Marine to Force Recon to Green Beret to Delta Force Operator. He continued his service by training sniper teams throughout Europe . He also happens to be the nicest savage you'll ever meet. So tune in and enjoy!#leadership #specialoperations 

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First we gave you the history and the why to this conflict but now lets take a look into how its progressing, the good and the bad. Are Special Operations (Delta Force, Navy Seals, Green Berets, Rangers) going to get involved? How did we lose three F-15s?! Tune in and find out!

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With the latest veteran in trouble with stolen valor, MalibuFitMaxx, was his apology enough? Was his crime unforgivable? Let's take a look at this Veteran Fitness Influencer and see how we got here and what his reaction to being exposed was.

-Why most agencies don’t need more training — they need better training

-The culture difference between average and elite teams

-Lessons from Fortune 500 leadership vs. government organizations

-The reality of SWAT standards, fitness, and accountability

-Building Guild Solutions Group from the ground up

-Instructor vs. operator: why being good at one doesn’t mean the other

-The mindset required to succeed in business and tactical work

-And yes… the infamous “dong charge” story 🤣

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Retired Delta Force Operator Brent Tucker breaks down the war with Iran, why did it start and what to expect. From big picture to special operations. What role will the SEALs, Rangers, Green Berets, and Delta Force have? Tune in and find out!

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Marine, Green Beret, and Delta Force Operator Xavier Lendof comes on the show to talk about current events and his career! He teaches Long Distance Shooting/Sniper courses all around the world. We're having a Tier1 Podcast Giveaway! Join our Patreon for your chance to win and support the podcast.SponsorsElevated Silence – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://elevatedsilence.comBrotherhood Blades – 10 percent off with code TIER1https://brotherhoodblades.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement traininghttps://clouddefensive.comVenjenz – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://venjenz.comCombat Solutions Group Industries | KingPixMediaLive production support and livestreamshttps://www.twitch.tv/kingpixmediaSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kineticshttps://patreon.com/tier1podcastOfficial Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shopSupport the Mission50 for the Fallenhttps://50ftf.org

In this episode former Delta Force Operator sits down with Bill Brown and he explains all phases of BUDS, Seal Qualification Training and how a Seal Team is broken down. From the history of the SEALS to his own story from fighting in combat to fighting for American Values. You'll want to hear his whole story and his insight into the special operations community. #leadership #specialoperations #deltaforce SponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code Tier1https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1https://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics / tier1podcast Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shop

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Air Force Special Operations veteran Fred Baker discusses the pipeline and his journey to becoming a Tier 1 Combat Controller with JSOC.#airforce #deltaforce #rangers #specialoperations #navyseals SponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1https://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics / tier1podcast Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shop

Thursday night is for the Patriots! This episode we conver current events and highlight amputee Daniel Gade's service in the Iraq war and the weight of leading young men into battle. We also cover the dark side of the VA system and ask the tough questions about veterans taking advantage of the system. Join us, kick back and pretend like you're in the team room again!We're having a Tier1 Podcast Giveaway! Join our Patreon for your chance to win and support the podcast.SponsorsElevated Silence – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://elevatedsilence.comBrotherhood Blades – 10 percent off with code TIER1https://brotherhoodblades.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement traininghttps://clouddefensive.comVenjenz – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://venjenz.comCombat Solutions Group Industries | KingPixMediaLive production support and livestreamshttps://www.twitch.tv/kingpixmediaSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kineticshttps://patreon.com/tier1podcastOfficial Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shopSupport the Mission50 for the Fallenhttps://50ftf.org

SponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code Tier1https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1https://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics / tier1podcast Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shopFrom his time in combat to Special Forces Dive School to trips around the world, Chris spent his time with the Green Berets as a proactive teammate. But in a time of combat and a ever changing world of high stakes training Chris found himself dealing with an unseen enemy, one he would battle with for years before him and his wife Marsha would dedicate their lives to helping others through the same fight! #rangers #deltaforce #mentalhealth #veteranstories

Thursday nights are for the men! Shane Foster comes to the Tier1 Podcast and hangs out for a live, we'll discuss current events, breaching and tactics and how they've evolved. Breaching is a critical part of all tactical elements including: SWAT Teams, Special Forces, Rangers, SEALs, Raiders and Delta Force. We're having a Tier1 Podcast Giveaway! Join our Patreon for your chance to win and support the podcast.SponsorsElevated Silence – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://elevatedsilence.comBrotherhood Blades – 10 percent off with code TIER1https://brotherhoodblades.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement traininghttps://clouddefensive.comVenjenz – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://venjenz.comCombat Solutions Group Industries | KingPixMediaLive production support and livestreamshttps://www.twitch.tv/kingpixmediaSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kineticshttps://patreon.com/tier1podcastOfficial Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shopSupport the Mission50 for the Fallenhttps://50ftf.org

Delta Force Operator Brent Tucker and Navy SEAL Jimmy Watson discuss Hell Week and what it takes to make to physically and mentally push through the world's hardest selections with leadership, humor and determination. Each Special Operations has its own selection process whether it be Rangers, Green Berets, Navy Seals, Marine Raiders etc but their is a common thread, find out what it is!Link to full episode here...https://open.spotify.com/episode/5TIHCtNkJiBQz2DQcB5r3g?si=4OW5CZjvQ8SYc0GiZeAqsQSponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code TIER1https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1https://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics / tier1podcast Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shop

Brent Tucker (Delta Force Operator) sits down with Jimmy Watson and discusses his extraordinary life, from Marine to Black Water Mercenary to Navy SEAL. After his service he went from guarding John McAfee to being the CEO of his empire. Tune in to his story!SponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code Tier1https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1https://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics / tier1podcast Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shop

Jimmy Watson, former Navy SEAL and Blackwater contractor, joins Brent Tucker live on the Tier1 Podcast for a direct conversation and welcoming Super Chats from fans about current events.

This livestream cuts past headlines and Hollywood to focus on accountability, leadership, and what actually carries over from special operations into the private sector.

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Dutch Moyer and Brent Tucker sit down and discuss Dutch’s 31 year career spanning from tanker to National Guard to Ranger Regiment to Delta Force operator.

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Rob O’Neill, a former SEAL Team 6 operator who was PNG’d (“Persona Non Grata”), appears on the Cleared Hot Podcast with Andy Stumpf to present what he calls a “new story.”

In this live episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker breaks down those claims in detail, examines inconsistencies, and explains why the revised narrative does not hold up under scrutiny.

This conversation cuts through revisionism, credibility gaps, and selective memory, offering a grounded analysis rooted in experience, context, and accountability within the special operations community.

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Peter Ostrovsky served over 31 years as a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Special Agent, targeting some of the most dangerous criminal networks operating in the United States and abroad.

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Peter breaks down his career in federal law enforcement, including maritime interdiction operations involving boats, guns, and large-scale drug trafficking. He discusses investigations into drug smuggling, sex trafficking, firearms trafficking, and his time serving on an HSI tactical team executing high-risk search warrants.

Beyond operations, Peter speaks openly about the personal cost of service. As a Gold Star father, he shares the impact of losing his son, U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jack Ostrovsky, who was killed along with eight others during a Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) maritime training accident. He discusses grief, accountability, and the realities faced by Gold Star families after preventable training tragedies.

This episode offers a rare look into HSI operations, federal investigations, tactical law enforcement, and the human cost behind the badge and the uniform.

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Joshua Marshall served as a mechanized infantry soldier early in the Iraq war, moves to the 101st Airborne and deploys again. In a short time frame he has to deal with losing friends in combat, losing his mom in a car accident and being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that some doctors say is past treating and to get his affairs in order. Find out how Josh deals with an onslaught of tragedy and what he did wrong and how he figured out his path to recovery by helping others.

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Devon takes over Between 2 Guns and turns the tables on Brent Tucker in a way no amount of Delta Force or Green Beret training could prepare him for.

Armed with inside information and zero mercy, she delivers a rapid-fire barrage that exposes blind spots, surprises, and a few very uncomfortable moments.

This episode flips the format with sharp questions, unexpected turns, and a reminder that the most dangerous interrogator is the one who knows you too well.

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Brent Tucker sits down with Dalton Fischer, one of the fastest rising national-level podcasters today. With no military background and no traditional media experience, Dalton built his platform through discipline, obsession with craft, and relentless execution.

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Dalton breaks down what it really takes to become a top-tier podcaster, including mindset, consistency, audience trust, and building credibility without shortcuts. This is a candid conversation on podcast growth, content strategy, personal branding, and high-level execution.

Whether you are building a podcast, a media brand, or any high-performance platform, this episode offers practical insight from someone who climbed fast by doing the work.

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Brent Tucker hosts Darrin Beheler, a Green Beret, Special Forces operator, sniper, and K9 handler, reflects on whether military working dogs understand the danger they face in combat and how hard it is to say goodbye to a K9 partner after war.

This clip from Episode 01 of the Tier1 Podcast explores the bond between a Green Beret and his dog and the emotional reality of serving alongside a military working dog.

Brent Tucker and Dalton Fischer break down an in-depth Delta Force special operations mission with global geopolitical implications.

This episode of the Tier1 Podcast covers elite special operations planning, national level decision making, intelligence preparation, and execution. The discussion explores modern US special operations, counterterrorism strategy, and the realities of high risk military missions.

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00:00 Venezuela operation overview
06:30 Why the Venezuela operation mattered at a national level
13:40 Bin Laden raid vs Venezuela operation comparison
21:10 Who Nicolas Maduro was and why he mattered
27:00 Venezuela economic collapse and human rights abuses
39:45 Drug trafficking, FARC ties, and US bounty escalation
55:00 Strategic deception and mission scope explained
1:15:00 Cyber Command and lights out execution
1:28:30 Delta Force insertion and precision timeline
1:34:50 Compound assault and security neutralized
1:52:00 International reaction and global fallout
2:05:00 US political backlash and media response
2:22:10 Detained Americans and hostage diplomacy
2:27:45 Oil geopolitics and denying adversaries leverage
2:51:00 Maritime interdictions and tanker operations
3:05:00 ICE shooting, bodycam analysis, lawful use of force
4:27:30 Final thoughts and sign off

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It has been five years since January 6, a day some politicians have labeled the darkest moment in modern American history.

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker examines what has been learned since that day and takes a clear eyed look at what actually happened on January 6. The discussion separates narrative from fact, breaks down how the term “insurrection” became widely used, and explores the political, legal, and media forces that shaped public perception.

This episode covers constitutional authority, political accountability, media framing, and the long term consequences of how major events are portrayed and remembered. It is an in depth discussion focused on evidence, context, and critical analysis rather than headlines.

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In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker breaks down why George Washington remains the greatest American to ever live. The discussion covers his military leadership during the Revolutionary War, his refusal to become a king, his willingness to walk away from power, and the character traits that shaped the foundation of the United States.

This episode explores why Washington’s legacy still matters, what modern leadership lacks by comparison, and why understanding his life and decisions should be mandatory for every American who values freedom, responsibility, and national identity.

If you want to understand leadership before it was diluted by politics, ego, and branding, this episode is required listening.

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Episode Title
Battle of Ramadi | 2/4 Marines | Iraq War Urban Combat 2004–2006

Episode Description
The Battle of Ramadi was one of the most brutal and sustained urban combat engagements of the Iraq War.

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, two U.S. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines share firsthand accounts from the 2004 Battle of Ramadi and their return to Ramadi during the 2006 Iraq War deployment. They discuss urban warfare, counterinsurgency operations, leadership under fire, and the brotherhood forged in one of the most dangerous cities in Iraq.

This conversation explores how combat in Ramadi changed between 2004 and 2006, the realities of fighting house to house, the mental and physical toll of repeated deployments, and the difference between historical narratives and lived experience.

This episode serves as a firsthand record of U.S. Marine Corps combat operations during the Iraq War.

Follow the Tier1 Podcast for in-depth conversations on modern warfare, military history, leadership, and discipline with veterans and operators who were there.

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This episode was supposed to be live. YouTube shut it down anyway.

In this Tier1 Podcast episode, Chris Blau joins the show after our live stream was taken offline. Instead of folding, we recorded the episode regardless and released it in full. The details of the shutdown are addressed at the beginning of the episode.

The conversation covers free speech, platform control, censorship, and why continuing to speak matters even when systems try to silence the message. This episode captures an unfiltered discussion recorded in real time under pressure, without edits to soften the points being made.

If you want context on why the live stream was shut down and what was discussed after the cameras kept rolling, this episode delivers exactly that.

Merry Christmas.

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Fred Baker, an Air Force Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT), joins the Tier1 Podcast to break down what it takes to pass CCT selection, operate at the Tier1 level, and work inside joint special operations alongside Army and Navy Tier1 units.

In this episode, Fred explains the Air Force CCT pipeline, training standards, and the mental and physical demands required to succeed in Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). He also shares firsthand experience working with Army Special Forces, Naval Special Warfare, and other Tier1 elements, offering insight into how joint operations function at the highest level.

The conversation covers selection, training, operational culture, leadership expectations, and what separates elite operators from the rest. This episode provides rare perspective into Air Force Special Operations, Combat Controllers, and modern Tier1 mission execution.

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The Tier1 Podcast welcomes Fred Baker, an Air Force SMU (Special Missions Unit) veteran and Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT), to the live show for an in-depth conversation on elite special operations and joint mission execution.

In this live episode, Fred breaks down his experience inside Air Force Special Operations, the realities of operating at the Tier1 level, and what it takes to work alongside Army and Navy special mission units. The discussion covers selection standards, operational culture, leadership expectations, and the mindset required to perform in high-risk environments.

This episode provides rare insight into Air Force SMU operations, Combat Controllers, and how joint special operations forces function at the highest level.

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In this episode of Between 2 Guns, Jarred Taylor (Black Rifle Coffee Company, Time for Pie Podcast, This Saturday Band) sits down with Brent Tucker for an unfiltered conversation that turns the spotlight inward.

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Mike Sarraille joins the Tier1 Podcast Live for an in-depth conversation on special operations, leadership, and elite military culture.

In this episode, Brent Tucker and the crew sit down with Mike Sarraille, a former Navy SEAL, Recon Marine, and Scout Sniper, to discuss his path through multiple elite units and the lessons learned operating at the highest levels of the U.S. military. The conversation explores leadership under pressure, the mindset required for elite performance, and how experiences across different special operations communities shape decision-making and accountability.

This episode provides insight into Navy SEAL teams, Marine Recon, Scout Sniper culture, and the realities of operating across multiple elite units.

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Mike Sarraille’s career spans some of the most elite units in the U.S. military, offering a rare perspective across multiple special operations communities.

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Mike breaks down his journey starting as an enlisted U.S. Marine, earning his way into the Force Recon community, and later commissioning as an officer. He details his transition into the Navy SEALs, where he rose into leadership roles before ultimately serving at the Navy’s most elite Tier1 SEAL unit.

Mike also discusses working directly alongside the Army’s Tier1 Special Mission Unit, providing a unique firsthand look into how different SMU communities operate, collaborate, and execute missions at the highest level. The conversation covers selection, leadership development, joint operations, and the mindset required to continuously push beyond already elite standards.

This episode offers rare insight into Force Recon, Navy SEAL Tier1 operations, and the realities of serving across multiple special mission units.

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