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Send Me

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This is the "Send Me" Podcast by SOCOM Athlete, America’s #1 resource for Special Operations career preparation. Special Operators such as Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets, Rangers, USAF PJs, USMC Recon, and more tell their stories while offering life wisdom & training advice. Host of the “Send Me” Podcast, Jason Sweet is a former U.S. Special Operator who also played Football for the U of A, Baseball for GCU, and earned a Bachelor's in Biochemistry. Jason & his father Maurice made American history, serving as Air Force Pararescuemen (PJs) on the same team at the same time. Since founding SOCOM Athlete in 2017, Jason and his instructors have trained over 1,000 students nation-wide, seeing hundreds of students enlist/commission into the U.S. Military and go on to graduate their special operations training pipelines. SOCOM Athlete offers world-class training events including the nationwide, military-sponsored event known as "Hell Day." With online training group chats across the United States, highly credentialed instructors, online workout prep programs, and customized meal plans, SOCOM Athlete is America's #1 resource in Special Operations career preparation. Enjoy our podcast! "Send Me"

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Episodes

LIVE Interview/Q&A: SEAC 4 Ramón "CZ" Colón-López, U.S. Military's Highest Enlisted Rank; USAF PJ & Tier 1 Operator

November 05, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

A HUGE welcome to SOCOM Athlete's newest podcast guest, SEAC 4 Ramón "CZ" Colón-López, the highest ranking enlisted member in the entire United States military; A USAF Pararescueman (PJ) & Tier 1 Operator at the 24 STS, he was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. CZ was also the superintendent of training at The PJ/CRO (Combat Rescue Officer) School, and has a passion for mentoring others. Whether working as a PJ with elite JSOC units & tier 1 teams such as SEAL Team 6 & the FBI's elite Hostage Rescu...

24: LIVE Interview/Q&A: SEAC 4 Ramón "CZ" Colón-López, U.S. Military's Highest Enlisted Rank; USAF PJ & Tier 1 Operator

November 05, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

A HUGE welcome to SOCOM Athlete's newest podcast guest, SEAC 4 Ramón "CZ" Colón-López, the highest ranking enlisted member in the entire United States military; A USAF Pararescueman (PJ) & Tier 1 Operator at the 24 STS, he was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. CZ was also the superintendent of training at The PJ/CRO (Combat Rescue Officer) School, and has a passion for mentoring others. Whether working as a PJ with elite JSOC units & tier 1 teams such as SEAL Team 6 & the FBI's elite Hostage Rescu...

LIVE Interview/AAR & Big Announcements w/ Olympic Athlete/USAF CCT Mike Hazle & Army Ranger Pearce Cucchissi

November 04, 2020 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

Join us for a celebration on an exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" with Olympian/CCT Mike Hazle & Army Ranger Pearce Cucchissi discussing BIG announcements & the recent San Clemente IV Hell Day event, featuring a record-breaking 44 students; A special shoutout to the Recon Sniper Foundation for sponsoring the event. Jason, Mike, and Pearce discuss the recent SOCOM Athlete students graduating the SEAL, TACP, SARC, CCT, and Army Ranger pipelines, training tips & advice, and...

23: LIVE Interview/AAR & Big Announcements w/ Olympic Athlete/USAF CCT Mike Hazle & Army Ranger Pearce Cucchissi

November 04, 2020 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

Join us for a celebration on an exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" with Olympian/CCT Mike Hazle & Army Ranger Pearce Cucchissi discussing BIG announcements & the recent San Clemente IV Hell Day event, featuring a record-breaking 44 students; A special shoutout to the Recon Sniper Foundation for sponsoring the event. Jason, Mike, and Pearce discuss the recent SOCOM Athlete students graduating the SEAL, TACP, SARC, CCT, and Army Ranger pipelines, training tips & advice, and...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Navy SEAL Matt Heidt "Spiritual Resiliency & Warfare"

September 25, 2020 16:00 - 2 hours - 98.3 MB

Matthew Heidt retired as a U.S. Navy SEAL & Senior Chief Petty Officer after 23 years of service, deploying with SEAL Team 4 & SEAL Team 1 to various overseas locations including: Iraq, Bolivia, Philippines, Kenya, Thailand, and Panama. While serving in Iraq in 2007, Matt was awarded the Bronze Star Medal w/ Valor for his actions during combat while engaged against hostile forces. Currently, Matt is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, & recent graduate of the UCLA Anderson School of Manage...

22: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Navy SEAL Matt Heidt "Spiritual Resiliency & Warfare"

September 25, 2020 16:00 - 2 hours - 98.3 MB

Matthew Heidt retired as a U.S. Navy SEAL & Senior Chief Petty Officer after 23 years of service, deploying with SEAL Team 4 & SEAL Team 1 to various overseas locations including: Iraq, Bolivia, Philippines, Kenya, Thailand, and Panama. While serving in Iraq in 2007, Matt was awarded the Bronze Star Medal w/ Valor for his actions during combat while engaged against hostile forces. Currently, Matt is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, & recent graduate of the UCLA Anderson School of Manage...

21: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Special Warfare Recruiter TSgt Kris Tomes; USAF PJ & Former PJ INDOC/SPECWAR Prep Course Instructor of the Year

September 08, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete & our students as we Q&A LIVE w/ USAF Pararescueman (PJ) TSgt Kris Tomes, the first-ever PJ to become a full-time USAF Special Warfare Recruiter. TSgt Tomes has been a PJ for over 10 years & has multiple combat tours, receiving awards/decorations to include 8 Air Medals, 1 w/ Valor, & the Combat Action Medal. He was an Instructor at PJ INDOC and a SW Prep course Instructor Supervisor, earning 2017 SW 350th Instructor of the Year. Kris is also the Owner/CEO of the company V...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Special Warfare Recruiter TSgt Kris Tomes; USAF PJ & Former PJ INDOC/SPECWAR Prep Course Instructor of the Year

September 08, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete & our students as we Q&A LIVE w/ USAF Pararescueman (PJ) TSgt Kris Tomes, the first-ever PJ to become a full-time USAF Special Warfare Recruiter. TSgt Tomes has been a PJ for over 10 years & has multiple combat tours, receiving awards/decorations to include 8 Air Medals, 1 w/ Valor, & the Combat Action Medal. He was an Instructor at PJ INDOC and a SW Prep course Instructor Supervisor, earning 2017 SW 350th Instructor of the Year. Kris is also the Owner/CEO of the company V...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Navy SEAL Sniper John Wilson

August 05, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," as we conduct a LIVE interview and student Q&A w/ former Navy SEAL Sniper & RECCE Team Leader John Wilson of SEAL Team 2. John is now a part-time firearms instructor, professional carpenter, and SOCOM Athlete Hell Day Special Guest instructor. John enlisted in the Marine Corps at the age of 17 before entering the Navy to start the BUD/S course. He is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Ja...

Interview/LIVE Q&A: Navy SEAL Sniper John Wilson

August 05, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," as we conduct a LIVE interview and student Q&A w/ former Navy SEAL Sniper & RECCE Team Leader John Wilson of SEAL Team 2. John is now a part-time firearms instructor, professional carpenter, and SOCOM Athlete Hell Day Special Guest instructor. John enlisted in the Marine Corps at the age of 17 before entering the Navy to start the BUD/S course. He is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Ja...

20: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Navy SEAL Sniper John Wilson

August 05, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," as we conduct a LIVE interview and student Q&A w/ former Navy SEAL Sniper & RECCE Team Leader John Wilson of SEAL Team 2. John is now a part-time firearms instructor, professional carpenter, and SOCOM Athlete Hell Day Special Guest instructor. John enlisted in the Marine Corps at the age of 17 before entering the Navy to start the BUD/S course. He is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Ja...

The Story of Chief "Super" Sanchez: Retired Pararescueman (PJ) & Tier 1 Operator, serving on SEAL Team 6 Blue Team, JSOC, & more.

July 25, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Join us for a special episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast as we hear the story of retired Chief Master Sergeant "Super" Sanchez. A former 212 RQS & 306 RQS PJ, JSOC/Tier 1 Operator who served on SEAL Team 6, PJ Schoolhouse Director of training, and retired Chief Master Sergeant Pararescueman (PJ), Chief has done it all. Chief is the SOCOM Athlete director of training, and is interviewed by his former PJ teammate/SOCOM Athlete's podcast host, Jason Sweet. The two speak to us from Colorado Spri...

19: The Story of Chief "Super" Sanchez-Retired Pararescueman (PJ) & Tier 1 Operator, serving on SEAL Team 6 Blue Team, JSOC, & more.

July 25, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Join us for a special episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast as we hear the story of retired Chief Master Sergeant "Super" Sanchez. A former 212 RQS & 306 RQS PJ, JSOC/Tier 1 Operator who served on SEAL Team 6, PJ Schoolhouse Director of training, and retired Chief Master Sergeant Pararescueman (PJ), Chief has done it all. Chief is the SOCOM Athlete director of training, and is interviewed by his former PJ teammate/SOCOM Athlete's podcast host, Jason Sweet. The two speak to us from Colorado Spri...

Interviews/Stories: "Swift, Silent, Deadly!" Senior Instructors/Cadre of USMC RTC (Reconnaissance Training Company) & Hell Day San Clemente III Debrief/AAR

July 21, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

You're listening to another exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we're joined by three senior instructors/cadre from the USMC's RTC/BRC (Basic Reconnaissance Course). The three instructors joined us over the weekend as special guest instructors at our San Clemente Hell Day III event, featuring 33 students aspiring & training for various special operations career-fields. Every aspiring Reconnaissance Marine & Navy SARC (Special Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman) must gra...

18: Interviews/Stories-"Swift, Silent, Deadly!" Senior Instructors/Cadre of USMC RTC (Reconnaissance Training Company) & Hell Day San Clemente III Debrief/AAR

July 21, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

You're listening to another exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we're joined by three senior instructors/cadre from the USMC's RTC/BRC (Basic Reconnaissance Course). The three instructors joined us over the weekend as special guest instructors at our San Clemente Hell Day III event, featuring 33 students aspiring & training for various special operations career-fields. Every aspiring Reconnaissance Marine & Navy SARC (Special Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman) must gra...

17: LIVE Q&A-Hell Day by SOCOM Athlete w/ Special Guest Instructors-Arnold Stocker, Kini Cole, JP Cervantes, Mike Penticura, and Timothy Branch.

July 09, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Join us for an exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" discussing the event "Hell Day," a nation-wide, world class training event preparing students for the rigors of Special Operations training. SOCOM Athlete has conducted 28 Hell Day events across the united states since 2017, seeing over 30 different Special Guest Instructors from various Special Operations backgrounds mentor & develop our students. In this episode, we're joined by Instructors: Instructor Tim Branch, forme...

LIVE Q&A: Hell Day by SOCOM Athlete w/ Special Guest Instructors-Arnold Stocker, Kini Cole, JP Cervantes, Mike Penticura, and Timothy Branch.

July 09, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Join us for an exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" discussing the event "Hell Day," a nation-wide, world class training event preparing students for the rigors of Special Operations training. SOCOM Athlete has conducted 28 Hell Day events across the united states since 2017, seeing over 30 different Special Guest Instructors from various Special Operations backgrounds mentor & develop our students. In this episode, we're joined by Instructors: Instructor Tim Branch, forme...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Nutrition, Meal planning, & Supplements w/ Courtney Reeves, Nutritionist & Pro Bodybuilder

June 20, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we bring on SOCOM Athlete's Nutritionist, Courtney Reeves, a professional bodybuilder & dietitian. Host Jason Sweet & Courtney discuss topics of nutrition, meal planning, and supplements, then transition into LIVE Q&A w/ SOCOM Athlete students. Jason & Courtney have been customizing meal plans for athletes for over 2 years together via SOCOM Athlete's SOF Nutrition Mentorship Program. Elite physical performance requires prop...

16: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Nutrition, Meal planning, & Supplements w/ Courtney Reeves, Nutritionist & Pro Bodybuilder

June 20, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we bring on SOCOM Athlete's Nutritionist, Courtney Reeves, a professional bodybuilder & dietitian. Host Jason Sweet & Courtney discuss topics of nutrition, meal planning, and supplements, then transition into LIVE Q&A w/ SOCOM Athlete students. Jason & Courtney have been customizing meal plans for athletes for over 2 years together via SOCOM Athlete's SOF Nutrition Mentorship Program. Elite physical performance requires prop...

15: African Americans in Special Operations-The Story of Kini Cole & Lt Colonel Arnold Stocker

June 11, 2020 19:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we bring on our good friends Kini Cole & Lt Colonel (Dr.) Arnold Stocker to tell their stories, talk about being African American in Special Operations, and discuss their view of the current worldwide protests. Kini Cole is a former USMC RECON Marine (2nd Reconnaissance Battalion communicator). He has over 26 years of experience in local & federal law enforcement, including work as an undercover police officer. Kini is a 3x ...

African Americans in Special Operations: The Story of Kini Cole & Lt Colonel Arnold Stocker

June 11, 2020 19:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MB

Join us for another episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we bring on our good friends Kini Cole & Lt Colonel (Dr.) Arnold Stocker to tell their stories, talk about being African American in Special Operations, and discuss their view of the current worldwide protests. Kini Cole is a former USMC RECON Marine (2nd Reconnaissance Battalion communicator). He has over 26 years of experience in local & federal law enforcement, including work as an undercover police officer. Kini is a 3x ...

14: The Story of Green Beret Charley Stetson-A Warrior & Lancero/Commando + LIVE Q&A & Nat. Guard Special Forces Life

June 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Join us for a special episode of "Send Me" as host Jason Sweet conducts a LIVE interview/Q&A with Green Beret & SOCOM Athlete instructor Charley Stetson. Charley began his career in the Army at 19 years old as an Airborne infantryman at Ft. Richardson, Alaska, spending over a year deployed in Iraq as a M240 machine gunner. After discovering the Special Forces community, Charley became a Green Beret, earning his Top Secret security clearance and graduating the grueling Lancero/Colombian Comma...

14: The Story of Green Beret Charley Stetson-A Warrior & Lancero/Commando + LIVE Q&A & Nat. Guard Special Forces Life

June 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Join us for a special episode of "Send Me" as host Jason Sweet conducts a LIVE interview/Q&A with Green Beret & SOCOM Athlete instructor Charley Stetson. Charley began his career in the Army at 19 years old as an Airborne infantryman at Ft. Richardson, Alaska, spending over a year deployed in Iraq as a M240 machine gunner. After discovering the Special Forces community, Charley became a Green Beret, earning his Top Secret security clearance and graduating the grueling Lancero/Colombian Comma...

The Story of Green Beret Charley Stetson: A Warrior & Lancero/Commando + LIVE Q&A & Nat. Guard Special Forces Life

June 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Join us for a special episode of "Send Me" as host Jason Sweet conducts a LIVE interview/Q&A with Green Beret & SOCOM Athlete instructor Charley Stetson. Charley began his career in the Army at 19 years old as an Airborne infantryman at Ft. Richardson, Alaska, spending over a year deployed in Iraq as a M240 machine gunner. After discovering the Special Forces community, Charley became a Green Beret, earning his Top Secret security clearance and graduating the grueling Lancero/Colombian Comma...

"Warrior Leadership" w/ Author JB Spisso, US Army Ranger & Sergeant Major (retired)

May 29, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Join us for another empowering, action-filled episode of "Send Me" as host Jason Sweet conducts a LIVE interview/Q&A with JB Spisso, the author of "Warrior Leadership." JB is a US Army Ranger & Sergeant Major (retired) who served 26 years in the Army while doing everything from instructing at the United States Military Academy West Point to conducting a combat jump into Panama. The episode features JB's story, then transitions into discussing topics of effective warrior leadership, translati...

13: "Warrior Leadership" w/ Author JB Spisso, US Army Ranger & Sergeant Major (retired)

May 29, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Join us for another empowering, action-filled episode of "Send Me" as host Jason Sweet conducts a LIVE interview/Q&A with JB Spisso, the author of "Warrior Leadership." JB is a US Army Ranger & Sergeant Major (retired) who served 26 years in the Army while doing everything from instructing at the United States Military Academy West Point to conducting a combat jump into Panama. The episode features JB's story, then transitions into discussing topics of effective warrior leadership, translati...

12: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Major Chris Walsh, USAF Special Warfare Officer & USA Bobsled Team member

May 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete for another empowering episode as we hear the story of Major Chris Walsh, USAF Special Warfare Officer/STO (Special Tactics Officer). “First There!” The motto Combat Controllers/Special Tactics Officers live by. Major Walsh is a fully qualified JTAC (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) & ATC (Air Traffic Controller), commanding & controlling massive amounts of air power to coordinate with ground assets in the battle-space. Although still a STO, Major Walsh currently serves f...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Major Chris Walsh, USAF Special Warfare Officer & USA Bobsled Team member

May 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete for another empowering episode as we hear the story of Major Chris Walsh, USAF Special Warfare Officer/STO (Special Tactics Officer). “First There!” The motto Combat Controllers/Special Tactics Officers live by. Major Walsh is a fully qualified JTAC (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) & ATC (Air Traffic Controller), commanding & controlling massive amounts of air power to coordinate with ground assets in the battle-space. Although still a STO, Major Walsh currently serves f...

11: LIVE Interview/Q&A-US Army Recruiting & Green Beret Travis Wilson; Special Forces Contract (18X) & Becoming a Green Beret.

May 24, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we Q&A LIVE w/ Army SOF Recruiter SSG Chris Arroyo & retired Green Beret Travis Wilson. Travis deployed multiple times to combat zones & was severely injured in a military parachuting accident which required him to forego 13 separate surgeries. He currently owns/operates the nutrition & supplement company, Alpha Elite Performance. SSG Chris Arroyo is a top Army Recruiter, serving in & around the Special Operations community his entire career, including radio support for...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: US Army Recruiting & Green Beret Travis Wilson; Special Forces Contract (18X) & Becoming a Green Beret.

May 24, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we Q&A LIVE w/ Army SOF Recruiter SSG Chris Arroyo & retired Green Beret Travis Wilson. Travis deployed multiple times to combat zones & was severely injured in a military parachuting accident which required him to forego 13 separate surgeries. He currently owns/operates the nutrition & supplement company, Alpha Elite Performance. SSG Chris Arroyo is a top Army Recruiter, serving in & around the Special Operations community his entire career, including radio support for...

9: The Story of SOF TACP Verne Patterson-From College Athlete to Combat-Proven Warrior

May 20, 2020 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Join us for this episode as we hear the story of a warrior; Verne Patterson. “Death on Call!” The phrase SOF TACP (Special Operation Forces Tactical Air Control Party) live by, acting as force multipliers & JTACs (Joint Terminal Attack Controllers). Verne was the chief JTAC instructor at the 22 STS (Special Tactics Squadron) located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near Tacoma, Washington. SOCOM Athlete’s Jason Sweet interviews Verne, discussing his life before & during Verne’s journey from colle...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Elite Athletes vs. Special Operators; Individual Performance & Team Dynamics

May 20, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 114 MB

In this incredibly anticipated episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," we bring on: Olympian & CCT (Combat Controller) Mike Hazle, UA Football/GCU Baseball Player & PJ (Pararescueman) Jason Sweet, and Pro MMA Fighter & CCT Connor Matthews. The three former Special Operators/Elite Athletes discuss all topics of mental & physical similarities/differences and team dynamics from personal experiences at the highest levels. Connor & Mike went through Basic Training & the CCT pipeline togethe...

10: LIVE Interview/Q&A-Elite Athletes vs. Special Operators w/ Olympian/CCT Mike Hazle, Pro MMA fighter/CCT Connor Matthews, USAF PJ/2-Sport NCAA Athlete Jason Sweet

May 20, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 114 MB

In this incredibly anticipated episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," we bring on: Olympian & CCT (Combat Controller) Mike Hazle, UA Football/GCU Baseball Player & PJ (Pararescueman) Jason Sweet, and Pro MMA Fighter & CCT Connor Matthews. The three former Special Operators/Elite Athletes discuss all topics of mental & physical similarities/differences and team dynamics from personal experiences at the highest levels. Connor & Mike went through Basic Training & the CCT pipeline togethe...

The Story of SOF TACP Verne Patterson: From College Athlete to Combat-Proven Warrior

May 20, 2020 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Join us for this episode as we hear the story of a warrior; Verne Patterson. “Death on Call!” The phrase SOF TACP (Special Operation Forces Tactical Air Control Party) live by, acting as force multipliers & JTACs (Joint Terminal Attack Controllers). Verne was the chief JTAC instructor at the 22 STS (Special Tactics Squadron) located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near Tacoma, Washington. SOCOM Athlete’s Jason Sweet interviews Verne, discussing his life before & during Verne’s journey from colle...

LIVE Interview/Q&A: Elite Athletes vs. Special Operators w/ Olympian/CCT Mike Hazle, Pro MMA fighter/CCT Connor Matthews, USAF PJ/2-Sport NCAA Athlete Jason Sweet

May 20, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 114 MB

In this incredibly anticipated episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me," we bring on: Olympian & CCT (Combat Controller) Mike Hazle, UA Football/GCU Baseball Player & PJ (Pararescueman) Jason Sweet, and Pro MMA Fighter & CCT Connor Matthews. The three former Special Operators/Elite Athletes discuss all topics of mental & physical similarities/differences and team dynamics from personal experiences at the highest levels. Connor & Mike went through Basic Training & the CCT pipeline togethe...

LIVE Q&A: TACP/JTAC 147th ASOS SrA Travis W. Ross talks Recruiting, Training, Pipeline, & life as a National Guard TACP

May 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

"The strong shall stand, the weak will fall by the wayside!" The motto of United States Air Force TACP (Tactical Air Control Party), a dedicated JTAC (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) entity of Air Force Special Warfare. We're joined by full-time National Guard TACP (Yes, the option to work full-time as a Guardsman/Reservist exists) SrA Travis W. Ross of the 147th ASOS located at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas. SrA Ross & "Send Me" Host Jason Sweet discuss the process ...

8: LIVE Q&A-TACP/JTAC 147th ASOS SrA Travis W. Ross talks Recruiting, Training, Pipeline, & life as a National Guard TACP

May 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

"The strong shall stand, the weak will fall by the wayside!" The motto of United States Air Force TACP (Tactical Air Control Party), a dedicated JTAC (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) entity of Air Force Special Warfare. We're joined by full-time National Guard TACP (Yes, the option to work full-time as a Guardsman/Reservist exists) SrA Travis W. Ross of the 147th ASOS located at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas. SrA Ross & "Send Me" Host Jason Sweet discuss the process ...

8: LIVE Q&A-TACP/JTAC 147th ASOS SrA Travis W. Ross talks Recruiting, Training, Pipeline, & life as a National Guard TACP

May 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

"The strong shall stand, the weak will fall by the wayside!" The motto of United States Air Force TACP (Tactical Air Control Party), a dedicated JTAC (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) entity of Air Force Special Warfare. We're joined by full-time National Guard TACP (Yes, the option to work full-time as a Guardsman/Reservist exists) SrA Travis W. Ross of the 147th ASOS located at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas. SrA Ross & "Send Me" Host Jason Sweet discuss the process ...

Interview: Mike Mahroney, USAF Pararescueman (PJ) & Legendary PJ INDOC Instructor

April 22, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Mike Mahroney is credited with having saved 5,324 lives with his teammates over the course of his career as a PJ. An iconic INDOC (Pararescue Indoctrination Course) instructor for many years, Mike earned the nickname “The Abyss” from his students for his brilliant, unconventional techniques of mentoring & teaching. Mike was one of Jason's PJ INDOC instructors in 2009, and the two have remained close friends since. Mike & Jason have collaborated via SOCOM Athlete to host training & developmen...

7: LIVE Interview-Mike Mahroney, USAF Pararescueman (PJ) & Legendary PJ INDOC Instructor

April 22, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Mike Mahroney is credited with having saved 5,324 lives with his teammates over the course of his career as a PJ. An iconic INDOC (Pararescue Indoctrination Course) instructor for many years, Mike earned the nickname “The Abyss” from his students for his brilliant, unconventional techniques of mentoring & teaching. Mike was one of Jason's PJ INDOC instructors in 2009, and the two have remained close friends since. Mike & Jason have collaborated via SOCOM Athlete to host training & developmen...

LIVE interview-Q&A: Navy SEAL Aaron of SEAL Team 8 discusses BUD/S, Training Tips & Career as a SEAL

April 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we conduct a LIVE Q&A and interview w/ Navy SEAL Aaron of SEAL Team 8 & SEAL Team 2. Aaron is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Jason Sweet. Aaron & Jason attended Navy HALO school together in June of 2010 and have stayed friend since. In this episode, Aaron discusses his early years, experiences/challenges at BUD/S, career as a SEAL, training tips & advice, and opens up for LIVE Q&A. • Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram...

6: LIVE Q&A-Navy SEAL Sniper Aaron discusses BUD/S, training Tips & his career as a Navy SEAL

April 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we conduct a LIVE Q&A and interview w/ Navy SEAL Sniper Aaron of SEAL Team 8 & SEAL Team 2. Aaron is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Jason Sweet. Aaron & Jason attended Navy HALO school together in June of 2010 and have stayed friends since. In this episode, Aaron discusses his early years, experiences/challenges at BUD/S, career as a SEAL, training tips & advice, and opens up for LIVE Q&A. • Follow us on Instagram: https://i...

LIVE Q&A: Navy SEAL Sniper Aaron discusses BUD/S, training Tips & his career as a Navy SEAL

April 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we conduct a LIVE Q&A and interview w/ Navy SEAL Sniper Aaron of SEAL Team 8 & SEAL Team 2. Aaron is interviewed by former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ) & 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, Jason Sweet. Aaron & Jason attended Navy HALO school together in June of 2010 and have stayed friends since. In this episode, Aaron discusses his early years, experiences/challenges at BUD/S, career as a SEAL, training tips & advice, and opens up for LIVE Q&A. • Follow us on Instagram: https://i...

LIVE Q&A: USAF Special Warfare Recruiters & Connor Matthews, Combat Controller/Pro MMA Fighter

April 11, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we Q&A LIVE w/ Air Force Special Warfare Recruiters TSgt Rosa & TSgt Spencer. Also joining the LIVE Q&A is Connor Matthews, pro MMA fighter & former USAF CCT (Combat Controller) and Jason Sweet former 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, USAF PJ, and human performance consultant/researcher. • Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/socomathlete/ • Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: (With One Click!): http://www.youtube.com/c/SOCOMAthlete?sub_confirmation=1 • Website: https://w...

5: LIVE Q&A: Air Force SWOE Explained with USAF Special Warfare Recruiters & Connor Matthews, CCT/Pro MMA Fighter

April 11, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we Q&A LIVE w/ Air Force Special Warfare Recruiters TSgt Rosa & TSgt Spencer. Also joining the LIVE Q&A is Connor Matthews, pro MMA fighter & former USAF CCT (Combat Controller) and Jason Sweet former 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, USAF PJ, and human performance consultant/researcher. • Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/socomathlete/ • Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: (With One Click!): http://www.youtube.com/c/SOCOMAthlete?sub_confirmation=1 • Website: https://w...

LIVE Q&A: SWOE-V Explained w/ USAF Special Warfare Recruiters & Connor Matthews, CCT/Pro MMA Fighter

April 11, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

Join SOCOM Athlete as we Q&A LIVE w/ Air Force Special Warfare Recruiters TSgt Rosa & TSgt Spencer. Also joining the LIVE Q&A is Connor Matthews, pro MMA fighter & former USAF CCT (Combat Controller) and Jason Sweet former 2-Sport NCAA Athlete, USAF PJ, and human performance consultant/researcher. • Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/socomathlete/ • Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: (With One Click!): http://www.youtube.com/c/SOCOMAthlete?sub_confirmation=1 • Website: https://w...

Explained: Air Force SWOE-V (Special Warfare Operator Enlistment-Vector): SOCOM Athlete’s Jason Sweet

April 02, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Air Force Special Warfare has implemented vast changes in their recruiting, development, and selection processes. The A & S (Assessment & Selection) course is now named “Special Tactics & Guardian Angel Course.” With the new AFSC 9T500, candidates desiring the career-fields: Pararescue (PJ), Combat Control (CCT), Special Reconnaissance (SR), and TACP will forego a human-performance-based program converging all candidates under the 9T500 Air Force Specialty Code with the purpose of selecting ...

4: The Story of Father-Son PJs (USAF Pararescuemen) Maurice & Jason Sweet. First & Only Father-Son Teammates in Special Operations History

March 17, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Father-Son Parescuemen Maurice & Jason Sweet served at the same team at the same time at the 306th Rescue Squadron, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. Maurice was originally a PJ in the 1980's and early 90's. He re-enlisted in 2010 at the age of 44 to yet again serve as an Air Force Pararescumen...But this time, he would serve by at his son's side. Join SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as Maurice is interviewed by his son Jason, discussing changes in Pararescue over the years, Maurice's...

Interview: Father-Son PJs (USAF Pararescuemen) Maurice & Jason Sweet. First & Only Father-Son Teammates in Special Operations History

March 17, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Father-Son Parescuemen Maurice & Jason Sweet served at the same team at the same time at the 306th Rescue Squadron, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. Maurice was originally a PJ in the 1980's and early 90's. He re-enlisted in 2010 at the age of 44 to yet again serve as an Air Force Pararescumen...But this time, he would serve by at his son's side. Join SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as Maurice is interviewed by his son Jason, discussing changes in Pararescue over the years, Maurice's...

3: RASP 3-20 Graduation. Former SOCOM Athlete Student Matt graduates as an Army Ranger

March 13, 2020 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Host Jason Sweet interviews his former student Matt after attending his RASP graduation, Class 3-20 in Fort Benning, Georgia. Jason tells of his experience attending the graduation & briefly discusses the path from a recruiting and fitness standpoint to attend RASP, and steps to prepare for success. Army Rangers are the United States’ premier light infantry fighting force, specializing in raids & assault missions deep inside enemy territory. There are three pillars that make up the Ranger mi...