DEVGRU Operator Eddie Penney | Mike Ritland Podcast Episode 110

Shop https://www.mikeritlandco.com for Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel & more! #chokeyourselfIn this episode of Mike Drop, former DEVGRU Operator Eddie Penney returns to the show and talks about his new book: Unafraid: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad, BJJ and a myriad of other topics.After two combat deployments with SEAL Team Two, Eddie tried out and was selected for DEVGRU, the elite of the elite and the tip of the nation’s spear in the fight against terrorist threats worldwide. Terrified of missing the action, Eddie became a breacher, the first man to the door on a target and one of the most dangerous jobs imaginable. Eddie endured five more deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa in his role, relishing in taking the fight to the enemy as he engaged in countless examples of extreme close-range combat.Chapters:00:00 - Intro0:55 - Lightning Round7:29 - Workout Routine / Combative Training11:34 - Mindset / Situational Awareness12:43 - BJJ17:53 - New Book26:43 - Writing Process / Relationships33:41 - Family37:39 - Dealing With Failures39:47 - Taking Life46:34 - Dreams / Brainspotting54:57 - Writing Process / Relationship With Wife56:39 - Tier 1 Character Trait1:05:50 - Faith1:08:53 - Culture War1:18:37 - Unafraid1:35:30 - Vets In Politics1:37:25 - Equal OpportunitySupport: Eddie PenneyInstagram: @eddie.penney - https://www.instagram.com/eddie.penney/@contingentgroup - https://www.instagram.com/contingentgroup/Website: https://eddiepenney.com/Buy Eddie's Book - Unafraid: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad - https://www.amazon.com/Unafraid-Staring-Down-Terror-Single/dp/154453289X/Sponsors:MyBookieSign up at MyBookie, use my promo code MIKEDROP and you’ll instantly get a deposit bonus up to $1000!--------------Bubs NaturalsThe BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he is, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure seeking life that Glen lived. BUBS Naturals products are rooted in sustainably sourced ingredients and controlled consistency to provide our customers with the highest quality Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder that help you feel amazing and live a fuller life.Our mission is simple. FEEL GREAT. DO GOOD. 10% always goes back to charity, helping military men and women transition back into civilian life. Go to bubsnaturals.com and use code MIKEDROP for 20% off your order. https://www.bubsnaturals.com--------------RayconRight now, Mike Drop listeners can get 15% off their Raycon order at Buyraycon.com/mikedrop. https://www.Buyraycon.com/mikedrop--------------Good RanchersGo to goodranchers.com/mikedrop or use my code MIKEDROP to claim your offer of $30 off any box of beef, chicken, or seafood.Code can only be used once per customer, and it does not apply to subscription orders.https://www.goodranchers.com/mikedrop--------------Fueled by TeamDog | Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices