005 Clark Impastato
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- This episode I welcome a former SEAL training classmate who I’ve not seen in over a decade, Clark Impastato. He has run the full gambit from Navy SEAL, overseas security contractor, and undercover cop/ patrol cop with Phoenix PD fighting human trafficking, drug trafficking, cartels and much more. We delve into the journey that many of us veterans face when getting out of the military and trying find our way with our unique set of skills. There’s no shortage of jokes and ridiculousness with us catching up after all this time.
You can follow Clark on Instagram- @frogman2155
“Violence is a universal language and you don’t have to speak it, but it’ll still be spoken to you”
Im my mind this is what a podcast should be!! TWO DUDE'S TALKING SHIT ABOUT THE DAYS!! BEST CONVERSATION I HAVE HEARD IN A LONG TIME,GREAT JOB BROTHERS!! I CAN FEEL THE LOVE AND BROTHERHOOD!!
No quality control needed here. This conversation between 2 men gets down and dirty in the trenches, and comes up with a wealth of knowledge without taking a breath. Can’t miss this one or any other pod casts with Mike. Awesomeness as abnormal.
I remember this episode when it first came out, and it’s the only episode i re listen too every now and again. We need Clark on here more
"We had to jimi hendrix some shit" has got to be one of the greatest lines. :}
Just spent my Friday night watching this podcast. I've been watching one of these every day since they appeared in my suggestions about a week ago. I'm sharing them with a couple thousand friends as I go.
This has to be my favorite, so far. Lots of hysterical moments, and a couple I'm still blushing from.
Great interview. And thank you both for your service!
When I can't sleep and think I'm having a bad time I listen to your podcast and the stories you elite men go through and it makes my problems seem very small. Thank you gentlemen! Much support Mike! Thank you! God bless
It’s crazy how after only 5 episodes mike has become a top tier interviewer/host! Thanks for another great podcast.
Birds of a feather....
He is a high quality interviewer.
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Clark is the way everybody in the military should be!!!
my favourite episode so far, Clark is an awesome story teller and bonus is seeing Mike laughing this hard 😂
This is my first Mike Ritland podcast and certainly not my last. Thank you both for such outstanding service to our country! I can attest to Clark's characterization of what it is to be a police officer. I retired after 24 years of service. It certainly is nothing like the teams but it is every bit as complex and difficult as Clark has stated. Most Americans have no clue and are so quick to judge the men and women in blue. Thanks to you both for an outstanding interview!
Rick & Linda Lewis - well said. Thank You both
Mike is great. He has no interest in puffing himself up with any ego bullshit. He just puts the guest in the spotlight, asks really good questions, then sits back and lets the guest talk. He’s a really good interviewer.
So far, this has been my favorite episode! Clark is one cool dude all the way. As a military/law enforcement guy, I completely appreciate all the things he said, especially about his police work. The things we go through and having to make that quick adjustment from cop to husband/dad in just a few minutes, then right back again a few hours later is something most people don't take into consideration, and that most cops see as just part of life. Thank you a thousand times over for everything, Clark, and to you Mike. On a side note, because of your episodes, I have bought Jay Dobyns book and also Nick Irving's first book!
This is my "go to" while I wait for the next podcast to drop. Never gets old. Kinda love the Impastato❤
WOW! You were so right. This one was epic.
@Nikki A
3 podcasts in, every SEAL has full sleeves lol.
At 42 years old, I don’t think I’ve ever left a comment on anything but I must say that this is one of the best podcasts I’ve ever watched! Real detailed stories, UNCUT, funny, serious, and drinking a cold beer! Nice! My hats off to you guys! Thank you for your services to this country! Pretty cool you guys get to meet up again and swap stories...and we get to be a part of it! CHEERS!
When it comes to you guys there's no such thing as stroking your ego. You deserve every bit of it and if that's what you're going to call it then keep on stroking because you guys deserve it. Thank you so much for everything you've done
Clark is absolutely hilarious. I watched this video when it first came out and watched it again today because he is so funny.
Time to watch it again! Just rewatched for the 2nd time. Just as great lol
Again, great podcast, like Clark's honesty and humbleness.
Im an NYPD Police officer, and big fan of the podcast. It was cool hearing about his experience on the job and I could relate to so much of what he was saying. It was also awesome to hear your appreciation for law enforcement, right on brother.
These two dudes right here are some of the chillest out there I could listen to this interview over and over. Thank you two for your service and keeping us safe.
Mmmmmmmmm
At fucking least 3 Times!
I was an AO2 on the Vinson when you were our plane guard. I was BUD/S 218 Feb 98 and remember you 215 guys in your red helmets was the first class I saw. Small world. Great interview!
I’m buds with a guy that was 215 and is now retired from navy but still kicks doors lol that class was stacked when you look at who graduated with these two
@@d.w.richard7811God Bless you for your service. Best to your family as well. Did you spend anytime at DamNeck?
@@xprettylightsx I was never a seal friends with a few I was naval Aircrewman
@@d.w.richard7811 awesome ! Thank you for the reply .
@@xprettylightsx no problem I never want to take any Valor they have they being Seal teams so had to respond before I ended up on Mr.Don Shipley’s desk if not familiar with that name look him up amazing vids on UA-cam and online
This is my favorite of all Mike Drop podcasts... gotta appreciate the guests’ pure responses 🇺🇸
Agreed
It was really encouraging to hear him talk about his mom and how she influenced him. I chose to focus on education, career, financial stability and giving my son a good childhood rather than dating. I hope he can look back when he’s older and see that the same way.
One of the funniest episodes yet. Clark, you’re the MAN!
So lovely to hear a badass who respects and fears his mum ... still. Man, coming from a proud military and LE family (but a civilian myself who gets to work with those warriors), I really appreciate the love that gets thrown to those 2 branches of service on this channel! I especially am grateful for how these gentlemen suss out the differences between the two. LEOs are up close and personal the only thing that stands between "them" and "us" and Clark said it perfectly: they don't get to have a buffer (of time and distance) between work and home, so it's a different animal from the military that way. Also, cortisol levels for military warriors are concentrated during deployments; LEOs are *always* needing to be hypervigilant every single working hour, and have to (in a split second) make judgment calls that require a laser (but not linear) focus as our military warriors do. Mike I hope that you realize the service that you're providing with this platform to help educate about the unique struggles of these two populations. I've mad respect for you for that, and I hope that your folks are super proud of the son they raised. Thank you so much!
What a likable, positive guy. Thanks for having Clark on the show, Mike.
GREAT F****** iNTERVIEW!! watched it all. American Heroes! G-d Bless You!
This is the best podcast you’ve done. I wish I didn’t listen to it already so I could watch it all over again fresh. Great stories. This guy has lived a hell of a life.
Lol, I feel that way way about certain movies. I wanna go back and watch them for the first time. And hell yeah, his podcast was really good.
Awesome interview.
You would be hammered if you took a drink every time he said dude lol.
Great stories!
I was "owning" places and didn't know it. Great podcast.
haha!
@@MikeRitland after this podcast during my whole meps and rsp I've owned everything its been hilarious 😅🤷♂️
David Meyer same. My high school bathroom was owned sooooo many times.
appreciated the gun discussion and recommendations. Clark is very impressive and humble at the same time.
You should Clark on about 3 times a year.
I vote monthly!!!
Fuck once-a-week, I'd like to have this dude as my fucking neighbor bro😅😅😅
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I loved this episode. Clark’s experience as an operator, contractor, and a cop is very unique. Great to hear how he thinks being on patrol & narco compares and differs from his experiences over seas. Would love to hear more guests with LEO backgrounds.
Holy SHIT! I laughed uncontrollably for five minutes about the I owned it story.
I’m gonna need Clark back Mike. Whenever I’m feeling like a bag of shit which may be often. I go back and listen to this episode 😂
Mike, I had never listened to a Podcast before yours...I flipped it on this morning while in a bus full of teenagers on their field trip to DC....with headphones to protect their innocence of course. As a significant other to a law enforcement officer, this was close to home and nailed it on the head. Totally put words into something that LEOs can't always explain when they walk in the door after a long shift. My LEO is a certified decoy, CIRT member, and working on plans for a small business of our own in the future of the dog world. You are bad ass and I love your podcasts...especially when blocking out 50 8th graders on a 4hr bus ride. 😆
By the way, would totally love to have Clark come to Virginia sometime for some shooting!
Clark is so funny enjoyed his stories, great interview!
Great podcast and guest,Clark is a straight up funny,bad ass DUDE!!!!
Pat McNamara would be a awesome guest
PatMac's an extraordinaire pipe hitter, and would be one of the greats to watch for sure!!!
Would love to see that!
We need Pat on this podcast.
Yes!👍
Impasato is awesome
Great Episode Clark reminds of a badass version of "The Dude" from big lebowski
Fucking spot on!
The Dude is already a badass...in his own way
Nailed it!! The dude abides!! 🤘🤘
So Clark and Chris Osman were in the same BUDs class? That shit must have been hilarious. You gotta have those guys on again at the same time.
I'm in fucking tears lol,definetly the most fun I've had listening to a podcast. Thanks for sharing
mike is running the most interesting, extraordinarily relevant, oddly specifically organized casts ive ever seen in my entire fuccen life. cheers buds. pun intended
One of my favorites. Such a cool and humble dude.
Awesome Mike. Definitely one of my favorite of your great podcasts, especially when two old friends come back together. Team room bullshiting is the best!
Ive been a cop for 10 years and I musr say the interpretations and conversation had hear about the job and the skill sets discussed and manifestations and concepts articulated are spot on. Truly a fantastic discussion that I couldn't have stated better.
What a great interview. “A Crayon and a napkin!” LOL!
Great conversation! Even better than I expected. Clark has been around and seen some things!
Easily one of the most interesting people I have ever listen to. An incredible man with so much to offer the world. It truly seems that he is "God-guided." When a door closed, the next one popped open in front of him. You were meant to be every place you have ever been. Thank you for your service to humanity sir. Your "elite" status is in everything you do.
My 2nd time watching all the way through in Dec 2023, Great episode and so many of your comments are even more spot on today.
You need to have Don Shipley on here!
Clark’s stories have been the funniest and some of the most intense at the same time. Only on Mike Drop! #ClarkForPresident
I was in the Amphib Navy in the mid 80’s and we toted seals and marines all over the South Pacific. God damn that was fun. Great show.
Clark's cool and all, but I want Mike as our Commander in Chief. We can't have Clark "owning" press conferences and shit lol
@@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS let's be honest, Clark owning a press conference would be more interesting than Cspan...
This dude is so freaking hilarious, I’ve watched this podcast easily 3-5 times. Interesting Ass background and such a dope attitude towards life. Well done, Clark!
Gayest straight guys ever!
Great interviews Mike, keep em coming.
I’m a housewife in the east coast and now basically nothing about this career path but it’s inspiring to hear these fellows speak. Thank you for your courage.
It's kinda of exciting this plot
Good Video...two good/bad dudes! Appreciate all you do! Keep it up..Semper Fi!
This guy is fucking awesome! I've never seen Mike smile and laugh so much lmao!!
One of my favorite podcast episodes of all time. On par with Jocko/JBP episode.
Semper Fi hard chargers, USMC here 2006-2014
Jstn 8156 thank you for your service.
Ginette Hazard 1981 on west coast?
You’re welcome for your service
Dude, I’m laughing that you can chew and drink a beer at the same time. An outstanding skill.
Out of every guest he’s had, I want Clark back. He’s fuckin awesome and so easy to listen to.
I fell asleep watching Kentucky bullistics and woke up watching this. Thought y’all should know
Dude... laughed a lot at serious topics. Dark humor intact. Dude.
That guy is friggin hilarious
People talk about the US military warmongering but these private contractor organizations are the real warmongers. Fighting for the highest bidder with no regard for morality or the people affected
Probably one of the most laid back guests too. Great shit✌️
One of the best guests Mike has interviewed.
Truly enjoyed his humor. I do believe that what you see is what you get with Mr. Impastato.
They experience the clandestine war behind the scenes of the corrupt traffickers, drug cartels & political turmoil from around the entire planet. Hooyah warriors.
"Never trust a fart in Thailand"- Clark Impastato 2019
I don’t trust a fart in Boston, I just can’t risk it anymore. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone to the shitter, farted loudly, and then walked out of the bathroom.
The humidity and food is guaranteed squirts.. I was on pepto my whole trip lmao
@@jaredtanner4470 hahahahaha, did you enjoy the country as a whole? No pun intended.
@@betterthanyou3145 it was fun but don't go during monsoon season and pay well for your hotel room. People there were very cool but it was definitely a culture shock for a min
@@jaredtanner4470 yeah I bet. Thanks for the heads up.
Mike needs to get Green Beret Nick Lavery on his podcast. If there's anything such as a Real Badass, it would be him.
Hey, really enjoyed this podcast. Fun listening to two "old" warriors bullshit about the past. Just a 49 yr old, former Jarhead here. Was just a plain ole Infantry guy for eight years, nothing high speed. Just miss the brotherhood and guys like the two of you. Mike, wishing you continued success with this podcast.
Thought Marines were the masturbating kings!! Guess not after hearing Clark's stories!! Funny as shit!
Mike as a fellow US Navy Sailor I can’t agree more with being a what I feel is the last generation of real men from the military I joined March ‘96 and served for 8yrs as a GSE2(SW) and currently my brother is a active US Marine selected E-8 he tells me stories of how fan room counseling is a thing of the past and as I watch my kids and there softball/football team practice and see one my kids do that short step step a run, push-up or anything I just don’t get this new cushioned world we live in now Brotha....
This guy way one of your best pod casts. Great sense of humor, interesting! He should have a pod cast or something
Clark is hilarious! Get him on again, love the interview
I find myself turning off my TV and listening to this podcast. Thank you for doing these interviews. Your story’s deserve to heard, I just hope we deserve to hear them. Keep up the great work.
I listen to talk and news radio exclusively. Without a doubt, Mike is the best interviewer around.
He is patient, asks great questions. He allows his guest to form a thought, finish it and then redirects them on the course of thought.
He remembers that he has listeners who are very interested, but also civilian assholes.
My hat is off to you Mike.
Awesome interview. As a police officer having a rough week, I really appreciated Clark bringing our perspective and experiences to light
I hope your week and following months have gotten better. Thank you for what you do.
I have never laughed so much!!! This guy is hilarious!!!
An amazing podcast. I enjoy very much listening to Clark. Mike ur podcasts have become a staple in my long drive to the range👍
I’m a little late to the party….. but this is a great episode!
Right on about accountability. You guys could be a major factor about bringing this attitude back into society. I don’t think your mission is over and this uTube series of videos in highly influential. You could help bring the country back into line.
“Walking and chewing bubble gum we smart🖕🏼🤓” 😂
Best interview I’ve seen. Hilarious, direct to the point and personable. Thanks guys. You the real MVP’s
You serious Clark?....sooo glad I found Clark on instagram...he always has good stuff...Mike...I feel that I’ve shorted myself for not finding your podcast earlier...thank you my guy🇺🇸💯🤘🏼
man Mike.....LMAO at the visual of the still drunk instructor hauling 2ss on a bicycle with a lit cig to get to PT. hilarious stuff.
My father(step); youngest of six brothers and a sister, 1940s, 1950s West Virginian boy, was my football coach and high school principal. If I got it at school, i got it again at home. By the time I got in, I was briefed.....one hard man
Clark is a 400 Street Monster. Sorry about the other s**t brother. Welcome to those who eat their own.
I expected going back this far for Mike to not be as good as a interviewer. But I was wrong this is awesome. Love it
Playing catch up on your videos, working back in time. Great interview with Clark! Jam up cool dude! Left handed shooters from Black Hawk County, always a good thing
Really enjoyed this episode! Keep up the great work and of course, thank you for your service. Cheers from across the pond.
This podcast is even better because they know each other, just two American war heroes in full on brother mode
Josh Bridges would be a cool guest, former SEAL
Yes dude love Josh Bridges
Great one. Really cool watching two mates catch up.
Clark nailed it on getting some kind of other skill before you get out. I have tried and tried to find someone who needs a TOW missle guy but nobody's hiring
Hey Mike. My best friend just got shot and is in ICU. I turned him onto your site. Please give him a shout out. His name is Matt and he’s watching you and the Clark pod cast.
Just say hey and I’ll do a screen shot and send it.
Hey Matt,
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Appreciate your support! Get well and #ChokeYourself
I still love this one. Much L&R to our Navy Seals. Shout out to Gold & Black Squadrons. Till Valhalla Gents. ~”With your shield or on it”🇺🇸🔱
11bravo👍💪💪
I can’t help but smile while listening!!
Going through your older casts… enjoy your interviews and your attitude.
Hope you stay in touch with Clark. Friends like this are worth the effort.
Hey Mike! I'm a Navy vet,and I was wondering if you could ever get scott bettner on your show..?? His dad kind of adopted me and I actually haven't met his son yet. But knowing what I know about scott,I think he would be an awesome person for your show .... All of you guys are fuckin awesome people!!! God bless you for all your good work. Thank you.
Kory knowles was my seal mentor down here in south florida and although I never met phil I've heard he was a savage. Thanks for the podcast brothers.