Marine Corps SGT. Tyler Vargas-Andrews Details The Abbey Gate bombing & Being An American Marine

Prepare to be moved. 🇺🇸 Tyler Vargas-Andrews, a retired U.S. Marine Corps SGT. & “P.I.G.” (Professionally Instructed Gunman) who stood at the epicenter of chaos during the harrowing withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 is today's guest on the Life After podcast. Sergeant Vargas-Andrews didn’t just witness history at Abbey Gate — he lived it, enduring unimaginable danger and devastation. His bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to duty embody the heart of every service member who has fought for freedom. His story is more than just a recount of war; it is a stark reminder of the human toll behind every decision, every operation, and every life lost. The weight of accountability, the scars of battle, and the resilience of the human spirit — these are the truths Sergeant Vargas-Andrews carries with him and shares with all of us. (00:00) Intro (5:00) - Tyler's Youth (16:53) Finding the Marine Corps (23:21) August 26th, 2021 (54:30) The Abbey Gate Bombing (1:13:10) - Road to Recovery (1:28:45) - Tyler's Life After Life After with David Vobora is an inspirational and motivational podcast that dives deep into guest's personal stories of hardship, perseverance and personal realization. After playing professional football, overcoming addiction, working with Wounded Warriors, and creating the Adaptive Training Foundation, David knows that life-altering events come in many ways, but they always come. On the new series, former “Mr. Irrelevant” in the NFL Draft, Vobora, talks with incredible guests about overcoming adversity in the face of unimaginable circumstances. David identifies crucial—and sometimes tragic—moments in their lives' that helped shape both their success and who they are today. Check out more of our content here: https://youtube.com/@lifeafterwithdavidvobora?si=IdpcHfEtN5V_UQJn And check out the Green Light Podcast here: https://greenlightpodcast.org/ #davidvobora #benholt #selfimporvement #mindfulness #body #soul