Special Forces Don't Talk About This | Herb Thompson Interview | Episode 19

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply personal episode, Herb Thompson former U.S. Army Green Beret, Drill Sergeant of the Year, Ivy League MBA, speaker, and entrepreneur, shares the moments that shaped him most: combat leadership, chaos, addiction, recovery, marriage, and learning how to finally slow down.From leading troops through some of the most kinetic fighting of his career, to struggling with silence once the mission ended, Herb opens up about what elite performance really costs and how purpose evolves after service.This episode goes beyond military stories. It’s about identity, resilience, leadership, and the lifelong process of becoming whole. A raw and hoenst conversation with Herb and Corrie.⏱️ CLICKABLE CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why this episode is different (The co-host becomes the guest)01:35 – The moment an 8-year-old decided his future02:48 – Earning the Green Beret wasn’t the finish line03:41 – 10 days, nonstop gunfights, and real leadership06:20 – The General Patton story (almost getting killed by accident)08:07– What people get wrong about Special Forces10:28– Teaching, culture, and force multiplication11:39 – Becoming a myth among Afghan commandos15:38 – Leaving the military and still feeling unfinished18:41 – Operator speed, chaos, and life after war21:35 – Alcohol, avoidance, and the moment things changed23:32 – Asking for help at Warriors Heart with Tom Spooner27:26– Stillness, Jamaica, and learning how to stop31:48 – Marriage, business, and being co-founders33:44 – Liberty Speaks and leadership after service40:36 – Why overcoming adversity matters most41:56 – What Herb values most: liberty and freedom43:00 – Final reflections + subscribe#specialforces #podcast #greenberet #leadership #mentalhealth Connect with Liberty Speaks: 🌐 Website: www.libertyspeaks.com 🔗 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ownyourjourney_ Support those that support us: Fire Department Coffee https://alnk.to/74xixOf 👉 Don’t forget to follow, like, and share if you found this conversation valuable. Your support helps us bring more stories of resilience, leadership, and freedom to light.