Best navalspecialwarfare Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 52: Podcast #52 | How the Naval Academy Makes SEAL Officers 15:15

27d ago15:15

15:15

SEALs at “The Yard” tell us the ins and outs of how midshipmen earn their chance to attend SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection. First stop: the challenging Naval Academy Screener. Get ready to pull an all-nighter…

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Episode 51: PODCAST #51 | Close Combat and MMA: A SEALs Story | SEALSWCC.COM 43:30

7M ago43:30

43:30

How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We spoke with a Navy SEAL about his experience as a close combat instructor and career in professional mixed martial arts. Spoiler: both occupations have something to learn from each other. NSW

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Episode 50: PODCAST: #50 | My Navy SWCC Experience | SEALSWCC.COM 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com A SWCC master chief explains how he rose from the ranks of a regular seaman to earn the pin that defined his exciting life in Naval Special Warfare. #NSW; #SWCC; #Navy; #fastboats

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Episode 49: PODCAST: #49 | My Navy SEAL Experience | SEALSWCC.COM 23:01

11M ago23:01

23:01

How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We have a candid discussion with a junior SEAL officer about the Teams, the realities of training, and why he chose to put aside an easier life and become an elite warrior.

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Episode 48: PODCAST: #48 | NSW Leadership Insights | SEALSWCC.COM 23:42

1y ago23:42

23:42

Welcome to 'The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday', the official Navy SEAL podcast. I'm your host, Scott Williams and with me today is Andrew Dow, who is a retired SEAL and runs the SEAL Officer Selection and Assessment Program at Naval Special Warfare. And also Mr. Rod Olsen, who is well, let me tell you a little bit about Mr. Rod Olson because he has q…

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Episode 47: PODCAST | #47 SOAS: Questions Answered | SEALSWCC.COM 26:57

1y ago26:57

26:57

How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We dig into the mailbag and explain how SOAS works – everything from preparing for the cold ocean to (not) being the Gray Man.

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Episode 46: PODCAST: Episode 46 | Post SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM 22:00

1+ y ago22:00

22:00

Time to await fate. The trial of SOAS is over and now the SEAL candidates are chosen. Learn what goes into the process of selecting the winners. Scott (Host) Welcome to another edition of ‘The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday’. I'm your host, Scott Williams, and today we're going to be talking SOAS. We have our SOAS representative, retired SEAL Lieutena…

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Episode 45: PODCAST: Episode 45 | A Day at SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM 1:21:41

1+ y ago1:21:41

1:21:41

It’s no picnic for SEAL Officer candidates. Hear what it’s like as we take you to the obstacle course and watch the candidates learn to overcome mental and physical challenges.

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Episode 44: PODCAST: Episode 44 | How to Prepare for SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM 32:45

1+ y ago32:45

32:45

You can’t fake it to make it. We tell you how to navigate the application process and what you need on your resume. Scott Williams: Hello, everyone. Welcome to another episode of the Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I'm your host, Scott Williams, and today we have Andrew Dow with us to discuss the topic of SOAS. This is Part 2 in our series. In the fir…

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Episode 43: PODCAST: Episode 43 | What is 'SOAS'? | SEALSWCC.COM 23:56

1+ y ago23:56

23:56

Introduction: Life is about constant evolution. Always better today than we were yesterday. Scott: Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I’m your host Scott Williams and today I have with me Andrew Dow who is going to school us on the topic of, what we call around here, SOAS. What is SOAS, Andrew? Andrew:…

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Episode 42: PODCAST: Episode 42 | How do I become a SEAL Officer? | SEALSWCC.COM 38:23

1+ y ago38:23

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SEAL/SWCC Podcast 2022 Episode 42 Title: How do I become a SEAL Officer? Subtitle: The How-To guide for candidates Description: We dive into the mailbag and answer your questions about SEAL Officer programs with our guest, Andrew Dow. (Host) Scott: Welcome to The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday, the official Navy SEAL and SWCC podcast. I'm Scott Willia…

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Episode 41: PODCAST: Episode 41 | Swim Training with Mark James - BUD/S Phase 2 Swim Instructor | SEALSWCC.COM 35:34

3y ago35:34

35:34

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Swimming is an essential skill for Naval Special Warfare operators, both SEAL and SWCC. We spoke with a BUD/S instructor who teaches SEAL candidates how to become proficient in basic and advanced techniques.

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Episode 40: PODCAST: Episode 40 | Indoor vs. Outdoor Cardio | SEALSWCC.COM 17:49

3y ago17:49

17:49

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com How do you get your cardio workout if you can't go outside? Our fitness team explores the options in our latest podcast episode.

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Episode 39: PODCAST: Episode 39 | Training in Hot and Cold Environments | SEALSWCC.COM 22:33

3y ago22:33

22:33

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Some like it HOT and some do NOT. Whether you are training in the desert, the mountains, the icy tundra or somewhere in between, it takes forethought and planning to do it right. Listen as our expert explains what to do.…

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Episode 38: PODCAST: Episode 38 | Training on a Tight Schedule | SEALSWCC.COM 12:32

3y ago12:32

12:32

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Job, school, family life or personal time…who has time to train? Our expert explains how to make the time.

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Episode 37: PODCAST: Episode 37 | Neck, Ankle and Forearm Workouts | SEALSWCC.COM 16:29

3y ago16:29

16:29

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com It’s easy to admire a big chest and arms, but these often-neglected muscle groups are critical to getting you through NSW training.

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Episode 36: PODCAST: Episode 36 | Footwear for Running | SEALSWCC.COM 24:15

3+ y ago24:15

24:15

By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Run in boots? Run barefoot? Our Fitness 2020 series continues with a focus on how to select the best shoe for run training.

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Episode 35: PODCAST: Episode 35 | Fitness Series - Crossfit, Martial Arts and MMA | SEALSWCC.COM 18:01

3+ y ago18:01

18:01

By: HTTPS://WWW.SEALSWCC.COM the Official SEAL and SWCC website of the U.S. Government. Fitness trends come and go, but Naval Special Warfare training is Old School. Is your new fitness program helping or hampering your future?

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Episode 34: PODCAST: Episode 34 | Fitness Series - Body Composition | SEALSWCC.COM 25:53

3+ y ago25:53

25:53

By: HTTPS://WWW.SEALSWCC.COM the Official SEAL and SWCC website of the U.S. Government. Too fat? Too thin? Who knows? We do! Our performance dietician tells us how to get your body right for special warfare training.

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Episode 35: LIFE AFTER THE TEAMS: Ty Smith 27:27

3+ y ago27:27

27:27

Navy SEAL leads on and off the battlefield. A career Navy SEAL operator takes his training to the next level in the business world.

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Episode 34: CAPT Paradise Episode: Life After the Teams Series: Navy SEAL leads Navy’s biggest warship 19:54

3+ y ago19:54

19:54

“SEAL. Fighter pilot. Nuclear-power trained Captain. Aircraft carrier Commander. His name is Paradise.”

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Episode 33: PODCAST: Episode 33 | Fitness Series - Rest, Recovery and Sleep | SEALSWCC.COM 28:12

3+ y ago28:12

28:12

Covert operations often happen at night, but your personal training shouldn’t disrupt your rest, recovery or sleep. Take a break and join us for a discussion about down time.

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Episode 32: PODCAST: Episode 32 | Fitness Series - Protein Powders and Supplements | SEALSWCC.COM 24:13

3+ y ago24:13

24:13

In a world of power shakes, protein bars, and super vitamins, our performance dietician separates fact from fiction.

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Episode 31: PODCAST: Episode: 31 | Fitness Series - Push-ups, Sit-ups and Pull-ups | SEALSWCC.COM 13:55

4y ago13:55

13:55

Sometimes the most basic exercises can be the most difficult to master. In the latest Fitness 2020 episode we talk about the techniques to mastering pushups, sit-ups and pull-ups.

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PODCAST: Episode: 30 | Fitness Series - Core Body Strength | SEALSWCC.COM 20:29

4y ago20:29

20:29

There's more to core fitness than six-minute abs. Our director of fitness tells us how to get that midsection taut -- the right way.

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PODCAST: Episode: 29 | Fitness Series - Lower Body Strength | SEALSWCC.COM 24:16

4y ago24:16

24:16

In our second episode on fitness we learn from the NSW director of fitness how to properly train the lower body.

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28 Upper Body Strength 19:08

4+ y ago19:08

19:08

Training for the toughest special operations job in the world isn't easy. We consulted the Director of Fitness at the Naval Special Warfare Center for some tips. The beginning of our series on fitness focuses on the upper body.

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27 Behind the Scenes with the Leap Frogs 18:23

5y ago18:23

18:23

Here's a sneak peek at how the Navy Leap Frogs parachute demonstration team prepare for and execute a jump into Sam Boyd stadium in Las Vegas prior to the Rugby Sevens game. Special audio from the Leap Frogs in flight! For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. MUSIC INTRO 00:16 Leap Frog: (LF): ...ATC may hold us to the south and have us do a south…

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26 NSW: A Psychological Approach 32:27

5y ago32:27

32:27

Special Operations training is more than physical endurance. It's a mind game, and you've got to get your mind right. We talked with our command psychologist to better understand how humans mentally adapt to the challenges of hardship. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. 00:16 Intro: Anyone whose pushed their personal limits knows it’s the mi…

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25 Focusing on Goals and Overcoming Adversity 0:30

5y ago0:30

0:30

Setting achievable goals and learning to cope with adversity are crucial skills for Navy SEALs and SWCC. In this episode a senior Navy recruiter describes these characteristics and more. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. 00:21 Intro: Senior Chief Omar Ozuna, has spent much of his 25-year career in the Navy as a recruiter. He has seen hundre…

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24 Run Training Like a Navy SEAL 39:51

5+ y ago39:51

39:51

Special Operations training involves running, and lots of it. In this episode we talk with Naval Special Warfare's director of fitness how to run for maximum effect. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. 00:22 Intro: I’m Daniel Fletcher. Today we bring back the Director of Fitness for Naval Special Warfare, Mike Caviston, to cover a very import…

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23 The Leap Frogs Experience 32:42

5+ y ago32:42

32:42

The Leapfrogs are the Navy's Parachute Team. This elite team of SEALs and SWCC have performed countless demonstrations around the country for millions of people. We sat down with one of the Leapfrogs to find out what it's like -- and what we found out surprised us. TRT 32:33 00:22 Intro: The United States Navy Parachute Team, or “The Leap Frogs,” i…

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22 Medal of Honor Recipient Britt Slabinski on Leadership Under Pressure 37:13

5+ y ago37:13

37:13

Command Master Chief (SEAL) Britt Slabinski, was awarded the nation's highest honor for his heroic action fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan. 00:22 On May 24, 2018 Navy SEAL Command Master Chief Britt Slabinski was invited to the White House and presented with the Medal of Honor. He was awarded the nation’s highest military honor for his actions i…

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21 SEAL Officer Selection 27:55

5+ y ago27:55

27:55

SEAL Officer Selection and Assessment (SOAS) is a test of potential candidates before they are selected and sent to SEAL training. We spoke with the program manager to learn more about this unique process to find the best and brightest. For more information go to www.sealswcc.com. 00:00:22:01 Recruiting for Navy SEAL officers involves a two-phase s…

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20 How to Become a Navy SEAL Officer 30:13

5+ y ago30:13

30:13

Successful SEAL officer candidates are exemplary not only in physical fitness, but in other crucial areas such as discipline, resiliency, innovation, intelligence, tenacity and LEADERSHIP. In this episode our officer programs expert explains the difference between enlisted and officer roles, the checklist of steps to follow, and the selection crite…

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19 Medal of Honor Recipient Ed Byers 42:57

5+ y ago42:57

42:57

The Medal of Honor is our nation's highest award for bravery in combat. We asked Senior Chief SEAL Ed Byers, Medal of Honor recipient, what it means to serve to our country during dangerous and covert operations. For more, check out www.sealswcc.com 00:00:21:23 Daniel Fletcher: Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator Edward Byers is the 6th SEAL to e…

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18 NSW Prep School 24:28

6y ago24:28

24:28

Future Navy SEALs and SWCC must make it through one important course before they attend training in San Diego: the NSW Prep School. In this episode, the director of Prep discusses how his staff physically and mentally prepares the students with running, swimming, strength and conditioning, exercise science, and kinesiology. For more info check out …

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17 SEAL/SWCC Water Confidence 25:33

6y ago25:33

25:33

Comfort, speed, and efficiency in the water are all hallmarks of a successful NSW recruit. Aquatics expert Dan Kish talks with us about developing confidence in the water. For more information visit www.sealswcc.com. Sound ups: “Get your heads up and get your eyes open. Stop trying to hide from the pain.” “Heads up; eyes open.” DF: Welcome to, “The…

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16 From Fleet to Naval Special Warfare 19:47

6y ago19:47

19:47

Naval Special Warfare is always looking for hard-charging, motivated applicants, including Sailors already serving in the Fleet. We talked with a SEAL Officer whose job is to pick the best applicants from the "Big Navy" for a career in NSW. For more information visit www.sealswcc.com Sound ups: The only easy day was yesterday... DF: Welcome to, “Th…

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15 Dive Motivation: Recruit Mindset 26:48

6y ago26:48

26:48

Navy SEAL and SWCC candidates get a taste of NSW training at boot camp. The Dive Motivators begin the process of familiarization -- and selection -- of candidates for the long training pipeline ahead of them. Reality sets in quickly. Listen as we talk with a SEAL Master Chief. Find out more at www.sealswcc.com Sound ups: “you have to pay attention …

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14 Recruitment Health 15:50

6y ago15:50

15:50

Physical and mental health is important to the recruiting process for SPECWAR candidates. We spoke with an expert at the Navy's Recruit Training Command to find out how Navy SEAL and SWCC candidates can stay on top of their game. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. Sound ups: “You have to pay attention to detail and you have to give it your m…

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#13 Navy Recruit Training: NSW Track 30:38

6y ago30:38

30:38

To be a Navy SEAL or SWCC, you must first be in the NAVY. The first stop in the training pipeline is Recruit Training Command, known informally as "boot camp." In this episode we visit RTC and learn more about boot camp for NSW candidates. DANIEL FLETCHER: To become a Navy SEAL or SWCC you must first learn to be a sailor. This essential process sta…

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#12 Combat Sidestroke 27:36

6y ago27:36

27:36

The open water can be deadly, and Navy SEALs and SWCC must master this unpredictable element to make it their ally. This episode explains NSW's secret technique: the Combat Sidestroke. More info can be found at www.SEALSWCC.com. Music Intro 00:20 The open water can be both deadly and unforgiving. Before sailors become SEALs or SWCC, they must demon…

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#11 Navy SEAL Nutrition 40:10

6y ago40:10

40:10

Hydration and blood sugar are crucial during intense physical training. Our staff nutrition expert explains how a solid eating plan may be the key to avoid training failure. For more go to www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:03 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:22 DF Intro: What we put in our bodies affects everything. Today we sit down to talk wi…

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#10 SWCC Career 37:32

6y ago37:32

37:32

SWCC are special boat operators who conduct covert missions from the water, at night or under fire. Learn more about these unique warriors in this episode. For additional info check out www.SEALSWCC.com 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) A crucial part of any Naval Special Warfare mission is the covert insertion and extraction of …

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#9 Injury Prevention 45:16

6y ago45:16

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Training inevitably leads to injury, but with the right guidance you can avoid most issues and recover faster. Our staff physical rehab expert talks about how you can reduce your risk of injury. For more info go to www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) In training, when you push yourself to the limits there is alway…

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#8 Mythbusting BUD/S 33:18

6y ago33:18

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People say a lot about SEAL training, but only we can give you the true, updated info. We asked two First Phase staff to debunk the popular myths about BUD/S and tell us how it really is. For more info check out www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:02 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:30:00 SC: Hello, everyone, I’m Scott Williams, a member of the N…

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#7 NSW: A Female Perspective 47:00

6y ago47:00

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Women have quietly served in Naval Special Warfare for years. Today, we spoke with two female warriors who deployed with the Teams. For more info go to www.sealswcc.com. 00:00:02 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:22 (Angie Giovannini Intro) In two thousand fifteen, the Department of Defense announced that they were opening front-line c…

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6 How to Become a Navy SEAL 36:48

6+ y ago36:48

36:48

You want to join Naval Special Warfare? Recruiting can be a confusing process. A Navy Recruiter, a SEAL and a SWCC break it down for you. For more info go to www.SEALSWCC.com 00:00:15:27 DF: Welcome to “The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday,” the official Navy SEAL podcast. Whether you dreamed about becoming a Navy SEAL as a kid, or just found out that b…

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#5 Earning a SEAL Contract 18:36

6+ y ago18:36

18:36

Wanna be a SEAL or SWCC? You gotta go through HIM. We asked a Master Chief SEAL how he selects candidates for contracts. For more information visit www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:21 DF Intro: In the Naval Special Warfare selection process only the best and most qualified are offered an opportunity to co…

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