EPISODE · Dec 28, 2025 · 1H 59M
Episode 8-The Fastest Ejection in Naval History | Pilot Kegan "Smurf" Gill Survival Story
from The Resilient Warrior Nation · host The Resilient Warrior Nation
This week on the show, I sit down with former Navy F/A-18E Pilot Kegan “Smurf” Gill, who survived the fastest ejection in Naval Aviation history—695 mph, just two seconds before his jet crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. Kegan walks us through the traumatic aftermath of that moment and his incredible journey to heal his body, mind, and soul. His story of survival is nothing short of jaw-dropping, and the resilience he’s shown in the face of such adversity will leave you inspired. But what’s even more incredible is what came after. Kegan faced severe mistreatment and misdiagnosis that led him down a dark path of depression. Yet, through it all, he found his way to healing, thanks to plant-based medicines. He’s now sharing his story in his best-selling book Phoenix Revival: The Aftermath of Naval Aviation’s Fastest Survived Ejection. His journey is both heartbreaking and uplifting, and it shines a light on the flaws in the military healthcare system and the strength it takes to recover. _____________________________________________________ Social Media Links: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kegansmurfgill/ Website: www.kegangill.com Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kegan-gill-6986a4259/ Amazon books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=phoenix+revival+kegan+gill&crid=2IDZ12N21ECR6&sprefix=phoenix+revival%2Caps%2C125&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_3_15 My IG: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientwarrior5778/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This week on the show, I sit down with former Navy F/A-18E Pilot Kegan “Smurf” Gill, who survived the fastest ejection in Naval Aviation history—695 mph, just two seconds before his jet crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. Kegan walks us through the traumatic aftermath of that moment and his incredible journey to heal his body, mind, and soul. His story of survival is nothing short of jaw-dropping, and the resilience he’s shown in the face of such adversity will leave you inspired. But what’s even more incredible is what came after. Kegan faced severe mistreatment and misdiagnosis that led him down a dark path of depression. Yet, through it all, he found his way to healing, thanks to plant-based medicines. He’s now sharing his story in his best-selling book Phoenix Revival: The Aftermath of Naval Aviation’s Fastest Survived Ejection. His journey is both heartbreaking and uplifting, and it shines a light on the flaws in the military healthcare system and the strength it takes to recover. _____________________________________________________ Social Media Links: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kegansmurfgill/ Website: www.kegangill.com Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kegan-gill-6986a4259/ Amazon books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=phoenix+revival+kegan+gill&crid=2IDZ12N21ECR6&sprefix=phoenix+revival%2Caps%2C125&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_3_15 My IG: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientwarrior5778/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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