#85 SOB Podcast - Season 5 - Episode 2 - Chris "Dutch" Moyer

This entry details the extreme dangers faced by US soldiers in Vietnam, specifically those in the Studies and Observations Group (SOG). It highlights a stark warning given to graduates about an 85% mortality rate within three months, leading to cumulative survival odds of approximately 1 in 4,000 for a full year. The training encompassed intelligence, spying, and even safe cracking, underscoring the high-risk nature of their missions.

This video features Shawn Ryan sharing a humorous and surprising anecdote from his service in the Korean DMZ. He recounts an incident involving a reported submarine sighting that was initially dismissed but later confirmed by a discovered North Korean mini-sub. The story highlights the unpredictable nature of military service and the importance of observation, even in seemingly mundane environments.

The Walther WA2000 sniper rifle was developed in response to the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, aiming to equip German counter-terrorism units like GSG 9 with specialized capabilities. While adopted by some West German police units in 1976, it never entered mass production, with only 176 units manufactured. Its design was tailored for police counter-terrorism rather than military applications.

This video features Nikko Ortiz, a Marine veteran, reacting to various military clips with humorous and high-energy commentary. He touches on military humor, barracks life, naval systems like the SeaRAM, aviation, Special Operations training, geopolitical memes, and the challenges of transitioning out of the military. His insights are informed by personal service experience.

This YouTube video, titled 'Elite PJ and CCT— Unmatched Skills and Expertise,' showcases the advanced capabilities of Air Force Pararescue (PJ) and Combat Control (CCT) personnel. The description highlights that the full video is exclusively available on the GBRS GROUP Patreon, indicating a focus on premium, in-depth content for dedicated followers. The video likely demonstrates high-level tactical skills, operational readiness, and the specialized expertise these elite military units possess. It also promotes the GBRS GROUP's brand and community through various social media links, encouraging engagement and support.

This content critically analyzes Netflix's 'Surviving Black Hawk Down,' arguing it significantly misrepresents the Battle of Mogadishu. The speaker, with apparent direct experience, highlights the documentary's alleged bias, omission of brutal realities like the treatment of fallen soldiers, and a perceived anti-American sentiment in its narrative. It contrasts the Netflix version unfavorably with the original film's portrayal.

This video by John "Shrek" McPhee from Sheriff of Baghdad demonstrates simple vision tricks to improve shooting precision and consistency. It focuses on identifying and utilizing your dominant eye for sight alignment, emphasizing the importance of turning your head to ensure your dominant eye is properly aligned with the sights and the target, preventing interference from the non-dominant eye.

John "Shrek" McPhee, a former Special Operations member and experienced firearms instructor, recommends the Glock 48 as the ideal pistol for 90-95% of shooters. He highlights its slim profile, which accommodates smaller hand sizes better than the wider grips of the Glock 19 and 17, leading to improved control and shooting performance for the average individual.

This guide details a specialized grip technique taught by John "Shrek" McPhee of SOB Tactical. It focuses on precise hand orientation and the "Two-Dot Alignment Method" using a marker to ensure consistent grip pressure and alignment, crucial for recoil management and accuracy during live fire. The instruction emphasizes maintaining these alignment points throughout the firing sequence for optimal performance.

This video provides a glimpse into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) match at the IBJJF Worlds 2024, featuring competitor J. Robert McPhee in the purple belt division. It highlights the initial engagement, including grip fighting and a takedown attempt by McPhee against his opponent, B. Yondonsambuu. The presence of the FUJI brand on the mats indicates a professional competition setting.