That is something I cannot fathom, having seen my share of it in Iraq this is far beyond my comprehension!! He absolutely had someone watching over him. Those scumbags picked a fight with the wrong one on that day!!!
Another badass interview!! I love listening to guys tell their stories before they've told it half a dozen times for civilians and as a civilian. It's raw and unpolished but it means you get to hear the emotion of the moment they're talking about. When the person interviewing is as solid as Ryan to keep the timeline on course it's even better!
Ryan, terrific interview with the amazing stud Sgt. Plumlee. His heroic courage in battle notwithstanding I’m taken by his clear-eyed, patriotic, agnostic view of the political scene. His view ( and cattle ranch background ) reminds me of a statement that stuck with me from retired 4 star Marine General James Mattis when referring to the foundational principles and values of America as his motivation toward duty, “ I rode for the brand.”
I have no words for this episode.... I'm crying, I'm laughing. I'm crying. I'm laughing. On repeat! What an amazing episode. An even more amazing worrior!
MarForRec guys are the real deal. Me being a Raider and my best brother a Force Recon Bubba from the Rock I know. These men are the quiet professionals. I'd take a Force platoon over a SEAL Platoon every time.
From down under in Aus. Love listening to the stories I do a lot of long driving to fishing destinations and the stories help pass the drive time. Thanks to the hero’s for their service and sharing their stories.
Great story thanks for sharing. I can't relate to your combat time, here, but I can relate to growin up on a farm and my old man gettin pissed every four years when I re-upped and didn't come back home to bale hay and hoe tobacco. Goin out the first time in civvies with new buds from every where, ha thanks for bringin back that memory. When I was an E4, I went to Saudi with a handful of NCO's from my unit to backfill another unit who didn't have enough people. One of the NCO's was named Earl Walker. Just to mess with one of the guys in the host unit, I got to callin him Uncle Earl and the nickname stuck even after we got back to home station, pretty much until he retired a few years later. Good dude- guys named Earl are salt of the earth. Thanks for sharin your story. Salute!
Great episode, I did my grenade trick, it kills every time had me roaring. I pulled my knife, 😂, a comedian and warrior. Bless him and all our soldiers. Served in the 80’s and wanted to fight but now happy I don’t have to carry those memories. 🇺🇸
I was in country then, remember hearing the rumors about a 6’7” BEAR of a Green Beret ripping apart the Taliban who overran the Air Base! Now I know the story, he was only 6’ lol!! I had friends loose all there gear in a transient tent when that VBIED went off. They were at the gym. Some guys are drawn to fire others run from it. He did what he joined to do, kill Fkn bad people. They found each other that day! I Salute you brother, your a true legend of a Badass!
What a Great American! I recently met Todd Smalenberg a Recon Marine and former contractor for the state department. He would be a great interview. Also, he lost a leg in service to this country. Semper Fi from a Hollywood Marine !
At 1:43:30 you can see just how truly blown away and impressed Ryan is by what he is hearing! As am I and I’m sure everyone else listening! This guy is a true Warrior and Hero! I can’t think of a finer example!
Sleep 8 hrs a day‽ WHAT!?! i just 'google'd the amojnt of sleep they say one gets in basic. Said 7-8 hours a night, most nights! Lol-) NO. When and Where are Yall doin this 'training' at?
Do you expect every guest to spend their own money on a high quality microphone? Or is Ryan supposed to send a professional set up to all distant guests via the mail? The audio you get is the audio available
Medal of Honor winner, he can marinate in that cigar smoke as long as he likes. lol. This comment was a joke, it was not meant to give you a hard time.
You can tell at the end despite his humor about his time in combat he definitely has some real emotion about all of this I hope he and his peers are getting the help they need These men keep are willing to give up their lives for all of us and instead of giving billions to illegal alien criminals and sex offenders we should be using that money for these heroes
Drew Dix is the man Guy was a one man wrecking crew He went and saved his lady friend from certain torture and death those VC that attacked her picked the wrong lady that day
His audio was making this noise for much the video that was driving me crazy. Im glad i stuck it out. One of the best combat stories I've heard. Appreciated
And the Glock did most of the work! But seriously how many S vests have been bipped ON A GUY with a scar 20. This is right up there with the Mike Day story in the badass category in my opinion
50:00 The portion regarding 'formative moments' makes the phrase "if your not part of the solution, you're part of the problem" ring in my mind. For me, taking indirect fire was frustrating because I wasn't killing the guy trying to kill me. Better scared and proactive, than idle and seething. Thank you for your example. 🫡
Earl is a great guy. I wish his younger brother and my best friend had lived longer . Rip Erik .
Sry for your loss fox. Rip Erik
That is something I cannot fathom, having seen my share of it in Iraq this is far beyond my comprehension!! He absolutely had someone watching over him. Those scumbags picked a fight with the wrong one on that day!!!
Earl has such a great sense of humor haha. Great interview
Another badass interview!! I love listening to guys tell their stories before they've told it half a dozen times for civilians and as a civilian. It's raw and unpolished but it means you get to hear the emotion of the moment they're talking about. When the person interviewing is as solid as Ryan to keep the timeline on course it's even better!
Man! You’re on a roll with the guests Ryan! Keep ‘em coming!
A Marine in his natural environment is a beautiful thing!
Ryan, terrific interview with the amazing stud Sgt. Plumlee. His heroic courage in battle notwithstanding I’m taken by his clear-eyed, patriotic, agnostic view of the political scene. His view ( and cattle ranch background ) reminds me of a statement that stuck with me from retired 4 star Marine General James Mattis when referring to the foundational principles and values of America as his motivation toward duty, “ I rode for the brand.”
Mad Dog is a great guy also, along with his storied career.
A true down to earth hero.
I have no words for this episode.... I'm crying, I'm laughing. I'm crying. I'm laughing. On repeat! What an amazing episode. An even more amazing worrior!
MarForRec guys are the real deal. Me being a Raider and my best brother a Force Recon Bubba from the Rock I know. These men are the quiet professionals. I'd take a Force platoon over a SEAL Platoon every time.
Absolutely, rangers have also really taken it to the next level according to the folks I know who are still in.
From down under in Aus. Love listening to the stories I do a lot of long driving to fishing destinations and the stories help pass the drive time.
Thanks to the hero’s for their service and sharing their stories.
Hes not lying, "Being the best? Id agree with that".
God Bless him and those like him, damn few left! Top 10 Combat Story.
I saw both my brothers boot camp graduation. No doubt the Marines have graduation done right. MCRD San Diego 02 and 03
Great talk gents
Great story thanks for sharing. I can't relate to your combat time, here, but I can relate to growin up on a farm and my old man gettin pissed every four years when I re-upped and didn't come back home to bale hay and hoe tobacco. Goin out the first time in civvies with new buds from every where, ha thanks for bringin back that memory. When I was an E4, I went to Saudi with a handful of NCO's from my unit to backfill another unit who didn't have enough people. One of the NCO's was named Earl Walker. Just to mess with one of the guys in the host unit, I got to callin him Uncle Earl and the nickname stuck even after we got back to home station, pretty much until he retired a few years later. Good dude- guys named Earl are salt of the earth. Thanks for sharin your story. Salute!
woooooooo new combat story!!! love your work dude!!!
He is absolutely right about that quote. The blood of the battlefield is thicker than the water of the womb.
Also phrased as ‘ The Blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb’ ❤
Great episode, I did my grenade trick, it kills every time had me roaring. I pulled my knife, 😂, a comedian and warrior. Bless him and all our soldiers. Served in the 80’s and wanted to fight but now happy I don’t have to carry those memories. 🇺🇸
I was in country then, remember hearing the rumors about a 6’7” BEAR of a Green Beret ripping apart the Taliban who overran the Air Base!
Now I know the story, he was only 6’ lol!! I had friends loose all there gear in a transient tent when that VBIED went off. They were at the gym.
Some guys are drawn to fire others run from it. He did what he joined to do, kill Fkn bad people. They found each other that day! I Salute you brother, your a true legend of a Badass!
What a Great American! I recently met Todd Smalenberg a Recon Marine and former contractor for the state department. He would be a great interview. Also, he lost a leg in service to this country. Semper Fi from a Hollywood Marine !
At 1:43:30 you can see just how truly blown away and impressed Ryan is by what he is hearing! As am I and I’m sure everyone else listening! This guy is a true Warrior and Hero! I can’t think of a finer example!
Ryan, please add maps or 3D images into your story telling. It would help so much?
1st Platoon C 2/47 Ft Benning Jan 2003. My Drill Sergeants were SSG Estrada from Texas and Ganon from New York. Will never forget those men!
the best question you can ask mid story and it shows they like telling it is "and then what?"
We started sharpening our E-to ols, lolol😂😂😂 classic RAH stuff!!
If I was Earl I would happily tell that story every single day
I can’t understand how people know they going to be on a podcast and don’t have decent audio
Ive been in very close proximity to some hairy blasts can confirm you feel that shit in your bones
Oohrah!
Semper Fi brother
This guys the real fuckin deal man
3059 on top sir!!
John wick director:”write that down,write that down!!!!!!!”
Love your show thank you both for your service. I see why this guy became a soldier he’s not a story teller.
What about earl the pearl as nick? Cause it's so unique and MoH receiver is darn unique. So pearl! Is a good nickey.
I was wondering if he would be related to the Sargent plumlee in the book and movie we were soldiers
There is a off button in the hips when you shoot there the enemy drops like a sack of taters
Severe anxiety.... Maybe meds could help with that? Maybe they'll lead to dependency? Idk, hate seeing people struggle mentally. Hope he's managing.
Story, life, contribution awesome. Sound quality brutality bad
Love that he isn’t caught up on the politics like some tend to be… which is ironic, because most of them are in support of the biggest war profiteers.
10:54 ...and it starts! Cain't help yalls selves! The Texas bashing is full-effect!
Great interview by the Yankee (boomer Sooner)!
Respect România Sat Orașelor Sate SUA Militari
JARED MONTI
Where's my bonus?
Sleep 8 hrs a day‽ WHAT!?!
i just 'google'd the amojnt of sleep they say one gets in basic. Said 7-8 hours a night, most nights! Lol-) NO. When and Where are Yall doin this 'training' at?
I call BS! No way he could maneuver around with those giant balls.
Roscomaxs vehicles. Like Stryker not correct spelling
KTO Rosomark* from my research at least
It stinks man, such great content but the audio sucks so bad…
Do you expect every guest to spend their own money on a high quality microphone? Or is Ryan supposed to send a professional set up to all distant guests via the mail?
The audio you get is the audio available
Put exhaust fan in your man cave!!!
Medal of Honor winner, he can marinate in that cigar smoke as long as he likes. lol. This comment was a joke, it was not meant to give you a hard time.
Help me out. I didn’t think you could earn The medal of honor . I thought you were a recipient. Whoever answers straightens me out thank you.
You receive it due to your actions in combat. That’s how you earn it.
Also someone has to put in paperwork for you to receive this medal, that was there and witnessed your heroic actions. Earl is a true patriot and hero
Most are awarded this are not here to accept it unfortunately.. so it's a true honor to still be ten toes down and recieve it
You don’t Win it you Earn it.
We HAD A FEMALE CHIMPANZ.😂EE THAT SMOKED CIGARS IN DOYLESTOWN PENNSYLVANIA!
BUT , YOU KNOW, SHE DIED. ....*_°
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA, OUT🔱⭐🇩🇪.
Recruited from jail. Hilarious
His mic or lack of one is making this hard to listen to.
Tool
I respect his wife for having him smoke down in the basement but if she doesn't like to smell a smoke why is he smoking below her smoke rises
I can’t understand how people know they going to be on a podcast and don’t have decent audio
You can tell at the end despite his humor about his time in combat he definitely has some real emotion about all of this I hope he and his peers are getting the help they need These men keep are willing to give up their lives for all of us and instead of giving billions to illegal alien criminals and sex offenders we should be using that money for these heroes
Please don't sully this with politics.
@@ryhk3293 hes not wrong tho
@@44SWAGNUM-MAGA5 His error is a matter of decorum, which is easily correctable.
Yours, OTOH, is a flaw in your character.
@@ryhk3293 ok boomer
@@44SWAGNUM-MAGA5 My point proves itself.
I love Earl and his humor. Such a humble guy. I’ve listened to his story many times. Thanks Ryan. 🇺🇸
So true about marine fathers 🤦🏻♂️
I had no choice whether I knew it or not 😂
Semper Fi!
This deserves WAY more views than it does ! God bless you and thank you for your service sir!
Hero.thanks Ryan
My mom grew up with him and his brother it’s kinda crazy how small of a world it is thank you for your service
Rip Michael Ollis
And at the end of the podcast Ryan says that this has been a blast. Lol
Man I was looking forward to this one but I couldn’t handle his audio :(. Either way he is what we call a good ol boy.
Drew Dix = Rescue on River City. Awesome stories from the best
Drew Dix is the man Guy was a one man wrecking crew He went and saved his lady friend from certain torture and death those VC that attacked her picked the wrong lady that day
@@DannyRedCheeks we always remember!!!!! Way Awesome
Thank you for the great guest and thank you for your service MoH 💪🏻👏🏻BALLSY!!! Hero.
His audio was making this noise for much the video that was driving me crazy. Im glad i stuck it out. One of the best combat stories I've heard. Appreciated
Ryan been listening to your podcast for several years, man I just love it! A-Stan 04-17. Pat
Thanks Earl for all you did!!!
Good interview with poor audio. I’ll try to finish it.
Gotta be the only MOH with a SCAR 20
And the Glock did most of the work! But seriously how many S vests have been bipped ON A GUY with a scar 20. This is right up there with the Mike Day story in the badass category in my opinion
I feel useless.
Soon as i heard the wacky far right whining and fear mongering, I turned it off.
Yep, instantly disinterested in hearing the rest of the story. Shame because I was looking forward to a new combat story
What is your complaint or context? I didn’t hear that. Please explain.
@@terrenceb.9860 maybe around the 22:00 mark. That's maybe it.
Please regale us with YOUR stories of heroism and sacrifice that you have done for our country. I am sure it is amazing!
Dual citizens, complaining people, more money for the greatest ally.
50:00 The portion regarding 'formative moments' makes the phrase "if your not part of the solution, you're part of the problem" ring in my mind. For me, taking indirect fire was frustrating because I wasn't killing the guy trying to kill me. Better scared and proactive, than idle and seething. Thank you for your example. 🫡