Ep 304: New Boot Goofin' with TSgt Mark "Funky" Bunkley!

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What's up to all the NorCal Bad Boys out here for this episode with the man, the myth, the legend, TSgt Mark "Funky" Bunkley.
In this conversation, Mark Bunkley discusses his transition from being an operator to a special operations recruiter. He highlights the challenges and misconceptions of recruiting for special warfare and emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the benefits and skills gained in these career fields. Mark shares his strategies for selling special warfare to potential recruits, particularly athletes, and emphasizes the need for consistency and proper training. He also expresses his job satisfaction in mentoring and seeing recruits succeed in their training and careers.
Mark shares his experiences in Air Force Special Warfare and the impact he has had on recruits' lives. He emphasizes the importance of progress and taking responsibility for one's actions. Mark discusses the challenges he faced and the character traits that contribute to success in training. He also highlights the opportunities for advancement and personal growth in special warfare. Mark addresses the role of parents in the decision-making process and offers advice on overcoming doubts.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Best Recruiting Event
01:34 Transition to Recruiting and Challenges
03:03 Misconceptions and Benefits of Special Warfare
04:26 Lack of Knowledge and Awareness
06:29 Transitioning from Operator to Recruiter
08:25 Skills Gained in Special Warfare
09:23 Intrinsic Motivation and Expectations
10:59 Selling Special Warfare and Personal Experiences
14:38 Recruiting Strategies and Target Audience
19:08 Importance of Baseline Athleticism
23:57 Common Mistakes in Physical Training
26:45 Preparing for Special Warfare at a Young Age
29:08 Importance of Consistency and Avoiding Overtraining
33:06 Job Satisfaction and Impact of Mentoring
34:14 Changing Lives and Progress
35:00 Mark literally doxxes some dudes and we all laugh about it
36:12 Taking Responsibility and Building Confidence
37:31 Character and Success
39:19 Advanc

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