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Stories of Special Forces Operators

Circle Of Insight Productions
Special Forces
Green Berets
Vietnam War
CIA
Navy Seals
Operation Barras
U.S. Army
Leadership
Afghanistan
US Navy Seal Team
Delta Force
Viking Tactics
Derek Natalini
Los Zetas Cartel
Operation Phoenix
Macv-Sog
U.S. Army Special Forces Green Berets
Viet Cong
United States Army Special Forces
Human Rights Abuses

Welcome to “Stories of Special Forces Operators,” where we bring you into the world of the bravest and toughest individuals on the planet. Join us as we chat with elite special forces operatives and hear their incredible stories of courage, resilience, and extraordinary missions. Each episode features firsthand accounts of the challenges and triumphs faced by these remarkable warriors. Tune in for... more

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Latest Episodes

Reports say U.S. planners examined a high-risk special operations mission to secure or destroy Iran’s enriched uranium using Navy SEALs and Army Rangers. We walks through what that kind of operation would actually require, the human cost calculus, an... more

In November 1988, roughly 80 Sri Lankan Tamil mercenaries from PLOTE seized key points in the Maldivian capital and tried to overthrow President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom. India answered the distress call within hours, launching a long-range airborne inte... more

When an active shooter turned a military installation into a combat zone, Navy Airman Ryan Blackwell found himself staring down the barrel of a weapon. Drawing on base-level readiness and pure instinct, Blackwell’s split-second decisions during the a... more

In this episode, we examine the July 7, 2026 CENTCOM retaliatory strikes that hit more than 80 Iranian targets—including air defenses, coastal radar, anti-ship missiles, and over 60 IRGC small boats—following attacks on three commercial vessels trans... more

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Recent Guests

Wil Ravelo
Former Green Beret, SF operator, and law enforcement professional
Green Berets (U.S. Army) and San Francisco Police Department
Episode: From the Green Berets to SWAT: Wil Ravelo on What Special Forces Training Really Prepares You For After the Military
Clark Impastato
Former Navy SEAL and private military contractor
Phoenix Police Department (former), Good Vibes Podcast (current)
Episode: Into the Canopy: A Navy SEAL’s Baptism by Fire in the Jungle
Kyle Lamb
Former Green Beret, founder of Viking Tactics, author and instructor
Viking Tactics, Inc.
Episode: The Delta Force Leadership Protocol: Elite Tactics for Business, Resilience, and Mission Success
Ryan Hendrickson
Green Beret, author of Tip of the Spear, founder of landmineremoval.org
Green Berets, landmineremoval.org
Episode: Behind the Shadows: Special Ops & Tactical Resilience
EM Burlingame
Green Beret, author of The Eternal War
Author, former Green Beret
Episode: The Unconventional Brain: A Green Beret’s Journey from Combat to Neuroscience
Jay Dorleas
Green Beret, Special Forces Operator
United States Army Special Forces
Episode: We chat with Green Beret Jay
Dale Comstock
Delta Force veteran, author, and martial arts instructor
Delta Force, Third Special Forces Group
Episode: DELTA FORCE OPERATOR DISCUSSES SELF DEFENSE
Dr. Chris Frueh
Clinical psychologist and professor of psychology, known for his work with military veterans and active duty personnel
University of Hawaii, Hilo
Episode: DR. FRUEH DISCUSSES OPERATOR SYNDROME 1
Craig Weller
Special Forces expert
Episode: WE LOOK AT THE NAVY SEALS AND DEVGRU

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 403 ratings
  • The host sucks

    The host never served and makes it super obvious he asks the same exact questions and it super annoying. This podcast is terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Historynutt3000
    United States11 days ago
  • Learning a lot

    Aspiring Green Beret, I’m learning a lot by listening to these podcast from real people who been there and done that….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    89truth
    United States6 months ago
  • Agree with Other Comments

    The host must take the approach of, another podcast (Shawn Ryan Show). Ask a question and let the guest answer without interrupting or commenting. The show has potential and can be good.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ejr2627
    United States3 years ago
  • Great story lines

    Exposes history to the masses that in all likelihood most would never hear of but the interviewer is not as prepared as he should be. The military personnel will give some information and then he gets its it wrong 5 minutes later.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Georgia Boy US sailorman
    United States3 years ago
  • Great guests. Bad equipment. Bad host.

    Top-tier guests with amazing experience and stories to share.

    Crappy sound equipment makes it hard to listen.

    Subpar host makes it almost impossible to enjoy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Yummy food lover
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Gives real insights from elite operators, with compelling guest stories.
Host can be interruptive; guests often shine more when allowed to speak.
Top-tier guests and valuable historical/case study content.
Sound quality and production sometimes detract from the interview.
Highly informative, and celebrates military service and resilience.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#112
United States/Government
Apple Podcasts
#124
United Kingdom/Government
Apple Podcasts
#136
Canada/Government
Apple Podcasts
#76
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#25
Denmark/Government
Apple Podcasts
#38
Chile/Government

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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Q: Why don't you just go for the green beret?
Craig explains that he was medically disqualified from the SEAL program and chose SWIC instead, seeking a challenge that would push him to his limits.
special_forces_operator_discusses_to_pass_selection
Q: Tell us a little bit about your journey.
Craig shares his upbringing in South Dakota, how he became physically fit and eventually joined the Navy, leading to his path in special operations, despite struggling with swimming initially.
WE CHAT WITH NAVY SEAL REMI ADELEKE
Q: What was your turning point?
The turning point for me was when I was threatened during a drug deal, which made me realize I needed to change my life.
WE CHAT WITH WITH NAVY SEAL MARK GREENE
Q: Did you experience challenges with your children recognizing your role as a Navy SEAL?
They didn't fully understand my job until I retired and saw the recognition of my service.
WE CHAT WITH WITH NAVY SEAL MARK GREENE
Q: How did your family react to your decision to become a Navy SEAL?
My dad was supportive but had a sibling rivalry about it; he was in the Air Force and my grandfather was in the Army.

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What is Stories of Special Forces Operators about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series centers on frontline special operations stories, history, and leadership lessons from elite military operators and related fields. Episodes cover intimate first-person accounts of selection, training, covert missions, and post-service transitions, alongside broader topics like resilience, decision-making under pressure, and the ethics of warfare. Noteworthy angles include rigorous wartime operations, covert forces, and the human side behind high-stakes missions, often tying lessons to leadership, risk management, and civilian applications. This blend of battlefield realism, strategic psychology, and operational context likely appeals to listeners interested in military history, leadership, and security, with an emphasis on practi... more

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Recent guests on Stories of Special Forces Operators include:

1. Wil Ravelo
2. Clark Impastato
3. Kyle Lamb
4. Ryan Hendrickson
5. EM Burlingame
6. Jay Dorleas
7. Dale Comstock
8. Dr. Chris Frueh

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