Cleared Hot Episode 248 - Nick Lavery
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Nick is an active duty member of The United States Army Special Forces. Commonly known as Green Berets, the Special Forces perform critical missions including counterinsurgency, unconventional warfare, foreign internal defense, and special reconnaissance. In 2013, on Nick's second combat rotation to Afghanistan, he and his Detachment fell victim to an insider attack ultimately resulting in the loss of his leg.
Following a year of surgeries and initial recovery including the use of a prosthetic at Walter Reed National Medical Military Center, he returned to his unit. Refusing a military medical retirement, Nick set his sights on returning to operational status. In 2015, at the conclusion of a challenging, comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate Nick's abilities to operate, he returned to his Detachment and was subsequently deployed once again to Afghanistan conducting full-spectrum combat operations. Nick is considered to be the first Green Beret to return to combat as an above-the-knee amputee.
Nick is currently serving the United States citizens as a Special Forces Warrant Officer / Assistant Detachment Commander and is widely recognized as an experienced subject matter expert in special operations, intelligence fusion, and mission planning and execution across all operational continuums. A former Special Forces Weapons Sergeant, Nick is Airborne and Combat Diver qualified, holds instructor certifications in Modern Army Combatives (MACP) and Special Operations Combatives (SOCP) programs, and is a graduate of both the Network Development Course and Unconventional Warfare Operational Design course. Nick is the first amputee to complete the Special Forces Warrant Officer Technical and Tactical Certification course, the SOCP Instructor course, and the Combat Diver Qualification course in military history.
Nick's awards include the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars, Bronze Star with “V” for valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and the Special Operations Command Excalibur Award. An extensive world traveler, Nick provides training and motivational speeches to private sector corporations, schools and universities, sports teams, and a variety of different non-profit organizations. In his TED Talk ‘Living by an Ethos,’ Nick speaks about the Warrior Mindset and the importance of sacrifice, determination, and selflessness.
Born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell, Nick is a husband, father, athlete, student, and author. He speaks multiple languages including Dari, Farsi, and Russian, and has earned a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Thanks for having me on brother. Let’s do it again. Good luck with Triple 7.
Your a gaint bro I know you don't think you did what you should of did but thank you for saving that young infantry guy as a regular infantryman myself I know most of us look to you SF guys as heros and I know that guy probably thinks of what you did most days of his life
Thanks for everything Machine!
Thank you for your service Nick! Keep on keeping on brother!
Enjoyed your podcast Nick! Thank you for serving !
Great Pod Nick, glad you and Andy connected, legends
This guy is the best - his book is a must read. These are the real "celebrities", you can keep the turds in Hollywood!
Thank you
Andy brings a great angle to podcasting. I've heard Nick's story before, but this is a really cool format. Keep up the work Mr. Stumpf! 💯
Honestly I like the long podcast that’s one reason I like Joe because they are 3+ hours. I listen to them during work so I got all day to listen
The Boston accent just makes this badass sound even more badass
With the amount of Boston E-4s I knew, this is great
Buy you breakfast at the central social club friend
I know I said this before when he was on the Shawn Ryan Show, but Lavery is easily one of the most interesting dudes to ever come out of the SOF community.
Thank you
THis guy is the reason I forced myself off of painkillers, and did everything I could to walk unaided again after a negligent discharge left me temporarily in a wheelchair. KNowing that we have this caliber of warrior in the US arsenal gives me hope.
Nick Lavery is the Army’s most powerful recruitment tool.. if they don’t understand this, they’re crazy. He is a walking legend. Such an admirable human being, and a credit to America’s armed forces. Thanks for seizing upon this interview, Andy.
Thank you
Preach brother preach
Nick Lavery is the literal embodiment of a one-legged man in an ass kicking contest and wins.
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Andy said "i got medically reitred" and Nick is just like "mmmmmm......." 🤣
Hahaha
I always knew Andy was a slacker.
Absolute killer episode. Nick is crazy inspirational. Thanks Andy for this. You’re a freakin stud.
Love the Boston accent. He represents New Englanders perfectly. Humble, confident and sounds like Mark Whalberg.
Correction Mark Whalberg sounds like Nick lol
Don’t compare that little shit stain to this solid dude
Do us all A favor in Maine and take Portland back please
Thank you
Once I heard him talk on Jocko's podcast, I knew he was from Boston!
I think Andy may have a little man crush goin’ on… and freshly married…
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@@NickMACHINELavery 🤣🤣
Nick blowing up lately. Good for him dude is a complete stud
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To me, this is a video to come back to at any time when I feel like something in my life sucks, at almost any level. I feel like the perspective discussion captured here is something to remember, and return to when needed.
This is a true(ly) inspirational story... and may also be a lesson in the value of well-directed stubbornness, never feeling sorry for yourself, and a never quit attitude.
Personally, a huge thank you for this.
Yep. Added to my "Watch these when you're whining like a little bitch" playlist.
Leverage it. LFG.
Hearing Nick say pissing, pissed etc…. Is absolute podcast gold…. Just awesome.
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So glad you got to cast Nick. I heard his story on Shawn's podcast. The man is amazing. Because of men like him ..........thats all I'm gonna say.
Thank you
@@NickMACHINELavery thank you brother
@@arcmaintenance7993 that is so cool . He thanked you personally. Just goes to show you what a good and humble man he is.
Andy Stumpf has maintained his high quality standard for guests and discussion. Shawn Ryan's podcasts have started getting kooky, with conspiracy nuts and InfoWar types becoming more frequent. It is sad to see.
I know the psychological craziness it would be if you’re the enemy and you see this guy standing there all big and shit with one leg, I know I’d be like oh shit this is a real pipe hitter.
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This man is the real life terminator! After everything he's been through he's still so positive. That's so inspiring and motivating Thank you for sharing his story! Glad you both are on our side
Thank you
@@NickMACHINELavery No No, Thank you!
14:54 Andy wasn't kidding. This guy is huge. Great podcast.
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@@NickMACHINELavery Just finished the last 45 minutes of the podcast. Heading to Amazon to order your book.
I'm sure you hear thank you for service, enough. So instead, I will say thank you for being an extraordinary human being.
Good luck to you!
What an absolutely fucking incredible human being. I was speechless several times throughout. Cheers, fellas.
Thank you
1:57:45 LOL this made laugh out loud at work. Andy always keeping it light.
we need an episode with Christian Craighead. :)
Where's the movie??? No way his story wouldn't be up there with Black Hawk Down and Lone Survivor! Just the part of him jumping on planes and getting back to his ODA is WW2 like. Thanks, this was a great show! Semper Fi!
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I’ve listened to your story numerous times it never gets old… it’s a huge inspiration Nick. Thank both you and Andy for you’re service. 🇺🇸
Damn, the Machine doing the podcast tour as of late :D Guess I'll have to listen to his story again!
I could listen to Nick narrate ANYTHING. Seriously - audiobook, burger commercial, workplace HR training...
Phenomenal… you two have epic chemistry, Glover like chemistry. Thanks for doing what you do. Semper Fi
My late great uncle lost both his legs in the Second World War when he was 18. He didn’t even have a wheelchair for half a year and was carried around their apartment by his dad. It makes me emotional just thinking about it - he was one of the most generous, hard working men I ever knew and didn’t complain once. I have tremendous respect for vets who risked and gave so much for us. Thank you very much Sir
THANK YOU ANDY! I emailed you about Nick like a year or so ago and finally we get to hear his story in long format. Loved his visit at Jocko's too!
Apparently you don't listen to the srs, or jaco.
@@johnqpublic2718 apparently you can't read
@@johnqpublic2718 NEITHER DO YOU SPELLING IT JOCKO YOU TOO. WORK ON YOUR READING COMPREHENSION AS WELL LOL.
Fellas,fellas… Calm down,It’s going to be okay. Andy could be watching you shaking his head thinking “why are ppl arguing over intelligence over the internet”
Mission accomplished
Yea homey is skinny’s up since the last time I saw him on something. Dudes a BEAST though!!! 💪🦅🇺🇸💯!
That was awesome!
It’s hard to bitch about anything when you listen to stories like this.
Can’t wait to read the book.
Podcasts like this are really making a difference.
Respect to all you guys
I love seeing the Navy and Army cross over in these interviews! Great to hear Nicks story! Would be cool to see an episode with another SF guy like John McPhee
Congratulations on your wedding!! Great episode
We've gotta get Lavery and the "Quant" Glover on at the same time...holy shit! lol
I like it
The host looks a lot like Ron Livingston, from "Office Space." Like, Navy SEAL Office Space.
you weren’t joking about his size… as a human, 14:58, dude is huge!
Regarding podcast length, i listen to Critical Role, average 4 hours an episode, some are 3:30, some are 5 the finale was 7+ hours, smashed it in a single sitting 🤣
Did Lavery ever get any kind of fucking medals for his actions during that IED?! Holy shit
Fayette Fucking Nam!
At 51 this may be the most INSPIRATIONAL Story I’ve EVER Heard. Honestly much needed
God Bless and thank you
For your Service
Nick La Maquina is the best, even tho he's from Boston and I'm from NY lol he is the man
The real universal soldier!!!!💪🦅🇺🇸💯!!!
Awesome guest and huge inspiration for me. Thank you guys and congrats Andy!
Holy Boston accent
To the timestamp guy thats not here for this episode... you are appreciated!
damn, guys.....why is everyone so terrified of calculus? Like, why? Just.... why? And follow-up question: if someone just pulled out an equation and made you do it, would you cry? 😂😂😂😂
I'm considering a T-shirt which states: "I made Navy SEALS cry" -signed, Calculus. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
The question Andy didn't ask: Nick, when you speak Russian, do you sound like you're from Boston?
What an incredible human being. Awesome impactful interview.
Thank you
"I'm from Boston"
YA DON'T SAY 🤣
Hey NIck and Andy, thank you for an awesome podcast it was so interesting the time did just disappear would love to see you and Nick share more be safe.
Thank you
When I was a Ranger, I swear we jumped 800 ft AGL. After your 3 count out the door, you have another 5 seconds to hit the ground. And not 5 Mississippi, Just 5 seconds. When I was an instructor at SWC, we had kids in the X- Ray program, by the time they got to us they already had almost 2 years in the Army. Basic/AIT, Airborne, Sop-A, Sop-B, Sop-C, (seems like they made another Sop every time it was over crowded), Pre-Selection, Selection, hold status, then holidays, Christmas and thanksgiving break sometimes, Then the Q course. I was an IODA Cadre. These kids were Physical Fitness Beasts by then. I was in my 40’s by then. The Q Course is anywhere from 15-23 months , and don’t recycle, but that’s nearly impossible with a 25%, 1 st time Go pass rate. Oh man, CONOPS… in 2005 they were 1 page 5W, by 2013 you needed a 45 page Conop. There is a meme video on UA-cam of “Hitler” responding to the conop process…it’s funny. The 800 mg Motrin was given in big baggies because you were suppose to take 3 a day for inflammation. You know if you kept getting migraine headaches and your team Doc never annotated this in your med records, he screwed you. That’s shit the VA needs to see, headaches, diarrhea….the little shit. Like getting stitches in the teamroom, or broken fingers and toes. Any little thing, needs to get into your med records. Yeah, no shit about the base on Kandahar, the Canadians played hockey in the middle of the boardwalk. Jewelry shop..wtf. Burger king with questionable tasting meat. Pizza Hut, Loved it!…..lol, I went through the Q Course at 34, years old. I attempted (CDQC) SCUBA at 37 and body parts started to go bad. I went to that course with an injury, and that isn’t a course you can go to nursing something. I found out I was pretty bad when I was JMPI’ing jumpers…..my back was done. These stories brought back some good and bad memories, that I though I’d never miss. I miss them when I think about them, I don’t miss them when I’m dreaming about them.
Thank you for your service.
Much respect to this warrior. We are in good hands as long as he is on point.
Thank you
Walk out of Jocko’s podcast studio and come face to face with someone’s junk? GOOD.
Good morning folks!! I know I'm a week late, but congrats on the Wedding Andy!
Nick is a fucking beast! Such an inspiring interview.
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The legendary machine
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It'll never happen but would love to hear Austin Miller's account on the withdraw debacle in podcast format not to mention the rest of his career
28:43 this happened to me. No one told me the marines weren’t going in and i completely lost my motivation and unfortunately turned undesirable avenues if fill that void of disappointment
I'd like to see Nick go on Tim Kennedy's new podcast the about violence podcast or Mike Glover's fieldcraft survival or Mike Tim and Nick all sit down together
Travis Haley has a new pc too
I’m curious to know if mike glover and Nic have worked together?
@@dartymcphee6738 my thoughts exactly good sir
So the universal solider program is real after all
I feel sorry for that guy that got his hair shaved off,omg so sad.
Another great episode, Nick is a inspiration for every American! Thank you sirs
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Brick Shit House Lmao
Congratulations on the marriage Andy!
Congrats Andy and future Mrs. Stumpf! What's the over/under on this one? 😄 Wishing you both a lifteime of happiness
2:48:35 Let's highlight this moment for a second! What a badass and welcome to the US and thanks for your service as an Interpreter to our boys and to further defending the US by putting your ass on the line and becoming US Army SF. Airborne! What a Badass and I salute you sir!
Machine is accurate.
Extraordinary.
Thank you
Great interview, this guy is an inspiration to all of us.
Thank you
The machine is a legend 🇺🇸
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Hey I was in Afghanistan in 2011. Oct 2010-Oct 2011. That was a crazy year. We lost 2 in my platoon and like 22 overall in our Battalion. That was a bad year overall for every branch. Climb to Glory brother and sisters ❤
This story HAS TO BE A MOVIE!!! The new Jack Reacher is perfect 🇺🇸
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Fantastic podcast. His story is amazing and to hear how he overcame and to be successful still in SF and to be on speaking engagements and balancing a family. Need to get his book.
Thank you
a lot of people like having one long podcast and they’ll come back to it over a few day period
great content, appreciate what y’all have done. Nick is certainly a badass mf
Wow, just an incredible podcast. Thank you for sharing your story, your life.
this guy pahks his cah in havahd yahd
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I work right across the street from gym reapers, awesome to see
"What the fuck do I have to bitch about". Guys like Nick remind me how Fucking easy I have it, and to take control of things I thought were out of my control.
Thanks Andy and Nick.
Boom. LFG
I can just see him standing next to Evan Hafer.This dude wins the title for the B.M.F. Thank you for your service Brother.
Thank you
dude arms are fucking huge
Absolutely fantastic gentleman! Heard Nick first on Shawn Ryan. What a young man! Complete respect! Godspeed. You will achieve whatever your passion is..including being father/husband.
Thank you
Andy looks like a child over there with a slightly zoomed out frame 😂
Nick is a stud and you know Andy was too.
Andy is funny as shit. That’s why I dig Cleared Hot.
Fu**ing love this guy! What an amazing story!! LETS GO!!
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@@NickMACHINELavery been following your story for awhile now. Love to see you sitting down with some of the coolest guys in the SOF community. Continue the good fight brother.
I genuinely appreciated this episode. Thank you for all that you do, gentlemen.
Thank you
Still one of the best podcast episodes of all time. Nick and Andy are two of the most real guys.
Awesome episode!
I was wondering why the color grade looked better-then I realized that Nick’s angle was cropped as well? Idk who’s on the edit but man, color looks great!
Yeah!
This dude is a living. Legend I have watched him on other podcast, speaking on a lot of the same things, but he’s fascinating every time.
Nick Lavery is the real McCoy. No excuses. I had flashbacks of motrin.... I swear I am more motrin than a man now. Jeez, the memories. I was with 10th Mountain out in RC East in 2011. Ugh.
What a story. Puts perspective to one's life.
How does a man with no R’s in his own language speak Russian? Amazing!
Not well
I didn't even recognize Nick without hair or maybe it's just because he's not wearing a hat.I first saw him and learned of his story during a Shawn Ryan podcast.What a beast.
Great podcast! Can't get enough of these. I use my Bluetooth speaker and listen to them while I work on my house. Makes the work more pleasurable lol. Thanks Andy, and especially a big thank you to Nick for doing it.
Thank you
Thank you brother. I served in the Marines, did 3 pumps to Iraq and probably haven't gone through a 1/4 of the shit that you have gone through, but still fight demons. You and the rest of these warriors I listen to almost on a daily give me motivation to be a better version of myself, and to stay in the fight. Thanks again big dog!
Big Man making the rounds, next up...Mic Drop Podcast!
That is an interesting belt setup in the thumbnail. Cross draw isn’t something you see often these days.
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Andy congrats on the marriage!
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I mean I see it all the time with dudes shooting cowboy style single action guns and stuff but haven’t seen it a lot with modern belt setups. Maybe he’s onto something 🤷🏻♂️
Amazing interview, I could watch this over and over again… thanks for sharing.
Jesus Christ that is a big human he would have been NFL had his parents held him back a year!