"That dog literally saved my life so many times" | the Bond between a Marine and his dog

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2023
  • "She went to dives with me, I took her to free fall school, she shit on the mat, like, it was a big deal."
    Jon Bernthal delves into the deep bond between a Marine and his service dog with Cody Alford about his dog, Munin. Amidst the aftermath of war, Cody reveals how Munin's companionship helped silence the haunting "dogs of war" that trailed him home. Through tales of loyalty, healing, and the silent camaraderie between them, discover a journey of redemption and the enduring spirit of both the warrior and his four-legged ally. Explore more raw narratives in the full episode of the Real Ones Podcast. #realones #jonbernthal #marines
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  • @GabsSystemsbuster
    @GabsSystemsbuster 7 місяців тому +54

    more recognition needs to be made to all the service dogs out there..my dog defo saved my life a few times too..
    theres a special place in heaven for all those dog souls out there..
    my girl is 14 years old now and luckily she still going strong..
    i dread the day i have to make that choice to love here more than own vain self and let her go..

  • @VatoPeso13
    @VatoPeso13 7 місяців тому +14

    We sometimes think that dog's can't teach us anything, but they do. If you know, you know.

  • @svbarr
    @svbarr 7 місяців тому +18

    Nothing harder than putting down a being that only loves you - that never dissed you, that never let you down.But they just go to sleep with zero pain...WE feel intense emotional pain -- but they just go to sleep.

  • @joeyfaoro6308
    @joeyfaoro6308 7 місяців тому +31

    I saw Cody for the first time on The Shawn Ryan Show… amazing human being. I need this full episode. Never expected these two together!

  • @DreamsAreLies
    @DreamsAreLies 7 місяців тому +11

    It’s not every day that a man crying about his dog makes me cry right along with him. Beautiful moment… ❤️

  • @Lilybet1316
    @Lilybet1316 7 місяців тому +12

    Giving these incredible dogs that final gift, the final blessing of releasing her from her suffering is the mark of a true man. Putting her above yourself is true love, she felt that and you loved her well. ❤

  • @danfader9625
    @danfader9625 7 місяців тому +12

    This is making me cry! This was unreal! Animals are human! Fantastic video

    • @chrisburke624
      @chrisburke624 7 місяців тому +4

      Animals are better than human ❤❤

  • @J-S-VAL
    @J-S-VAL 7 місяців тому +11

    Cody is an amazing human being, being so vulnerable about his dog is so inspiring. May Munin rest in peace in dog heaven, did us an incredible service keeping this man alive

  • @Onelightoftheworld
    @Onelightoftheworld 7 місяців тому +1

    My dog saved me! He still is right now. He’s the only reason I didn’t off myself when I was deep in my addiction. A couple years later, I put down the drugs and a year and a half after that I quit drinking. I told my psychiatrist that I didn’t want him to eat my dead body because he was starving. That’s how I got a letter for him to be an emotional support dog.

  • @Sub2ImVizual
    @Sub2ImVizual 7 місяців тому +2

    I haven’t heard a podcaster/interviewer that’s a better listener than Jon. Makes everything feel so genuine and authentic

  • @johncoburn6242
    @johncoburn6242 7 місяців тому +4

    Dogs want nothing but to love you. It is soooo hard to do, but it is our duty to be there and love them the most during their last moments. Cody is an amazing human being! Thank you for being so open with your life and emotions.

  • @walkinlight3380
    @walkinlight3380 7 місяців тому +1

    Jon interviewing another incredible man, patriot and person I thank for my freedoms. His bless you both!

  • @drmarkintexas-400
    @drmarkintexas-400 7 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for sharing
    🏆🤗🇺🇲🙏

  • @drindy5166
    @drindy5166 7 місяців тому +6

    This channel let alone community just keeps on getting better every episode. Incredible people with incredible stories. Let's not forget one of thee most humble host to ever do a podcast! Much Love from Canada
    🧡👊🇨🇦👍🧡

  • @2puttbirdies251
    @2puttbirdies251 7 місяців тому +1

    Jon does such a good job of shutting up and letting this man tell the story. Well done Sir..

  • @susansuarez343
    @susansuarez343 7 місяців тому +1

    This is why I CAN’T EVER get another dog. When my last dog died it nearly broke me. Sheba was there for me during the toughest times in my life & the unconditional love she gave me I know I will NEVER EVER find that again with any other dog. I could write for days about how special & sweet she was but all I can say now is that Sheba knew me better than anyone else did & if it wasn’t for her, I know that I wouldn’t be here today talking about her & she WAS the ONLY reason I didn’t end my life (which prior to having her I had attempted suicide) Sheba gave me purpose & meaning when I thought I couldn’t go on with my life. I love you Sheba & I miss you more than words can say ♥️💋 & Momma can’t wait to see you again in Heaven! What a great guy & what an amazing service dog he had. Bless you Jon, Cody & Munin. RIP Munin 🙏🏼 Sending you lots of love & hug’s from Susan in Toronto Canada 🇨🇦 8:37

  • @rustypistol8599
    @rustypistol8599 7 місяців тому +1

    That shit made me get a knot in my throat. That was extremely sincere and heartfelt. I believe in the value of animal and human connections so much and had to make that same call for my Doberman a couple years ago and it broke my heart more than anything I ever experienced but knowing how important it was to do that act of mercy for him to no longer suffer and keep trying to appease me when he could hardly walk upstairs or soil his bed and feel so ashamed and you try to let them know it’s not their fault and it’s ok but to them they’re devoted to pleasing you that’s all they know. Godbless Cody for this shoutout to his service animal and all the other folks out there who love and appreciate these dogs.

  • @utahgetmetwo456
    @utahgetmetwo456 7 місяців тому +1

    God damn, that one had me feeling it. That is so relatable. I just went through that 3 weeks ago. Mad respect for opening up bro.

  • @nickshearer3091
    @nickshearer3091 7 місяців тому +9

    This guy has a incredible story. Glad he's sharing it. Much respect

  • @VolatilityWolf
    @VolatilityWolf 7 місяців тому

    I never thought my best friend would be a dog and i lost Max recently and i'm crying with you brother....

  • @Tacticald556
    @Tacticald556 7 місяців тому

    My mally is amazing… it’s so easy to take
    Them for granted… all he wants is me… to make me happy to be by my side around the clock ❤… thank you for sharing and your sacrifices ❤️❤️

  • @jboogieee337
    @jboogieee337 Місяць тому

    You never get the dog you want you get the dog you need.

  • @EastKYbrushcutter
    @EastKYbrushcutter 7 місяців тому +3

    Can’t wait for the rest of this interview to drop! Cody is literally helping to change my life through his no nonsense attitude and showing how to be vulnerable, but also to own your shit, just can’t thank the man enough!

    • @REALONESwithjonbernthal
      @REALONESwithjonbernthal  7 місяців тому +4

      The whole episode drops next week on UA-cam and just fyi it’s available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts (for free)

    • @EastKYbrushcutter
      @EastKYbrushcutter 7 місяців тому +1

      @@REALONESwithjonbernthal thanks for quick reply! Love Jons work as well, especially the podcast and format! Keep up the great work!

  • @reaccionapuertorico
    @reaccionapuertorico 7 місяців тому +1

    I first learned about Cody on the Shawn Ryan Show. Good to see his doing good.

  • @jessicasnyder548
    @jessicasnyder548 7 місяців тому

    Everytime I hear someone talk about thier dog it makes me hug my girl extra. Last year when florida had a few tropical storms roll through this pretty American bully ran into my home she and never left. We had her checked for a chip and she didn't have one. So she became my fur baby and her name is Justice. She is the bestest girl ever. ❤

  • @bigjoe805
    @bigjoe805 7 місяців тому

    Dogs Rule !
    Man’s Best Friend !
    Gift from God 🙏🏻!

  • @11Bbq
    @11Bbq 7 місяців тому

    Without adopting the dog I did after service I wouldn’t be here either. Losing Max has been the single most painful loss of my life, a life with no shortage of losses. That unconditional love from a pet saves lives.

  • @alexpowell1990
    @alexpowell1990 7 місяців тому

    Been following Cody since day 1. Truly a warrior to his core. Well done buddy.

  • @lamac5770
    @lamac5770 7 місяців тому +2

    Thank u for the wonderful story and ur service, sir. Thank u Jon for sharing it with us, love u brother ❤

  • @FlyOnAlbatross
    @FlyOnAlbatross 7 місяців тому +1

    The feeling of letting go is one of the biggest jumps you learn to make with a dog.
    You don’t want to let go of them because they never want to let go of you until they absolutely have no choice when they come to their final days. We have to make that choice for them.
    When I put my Am-Staff Kilo down. Feeling his body just relax falling against me with all his weight as I held him and go limp as soon as that first shot was administered I knew he was ready. He was at ease.
    Till the end he was always on watch for me and our family, always devout always on guard always full of love.
    I still miss hearing his loud ass snore when he slept.

    • @necroriffmonger
      @necroriffmonger 7 місяців тому +1

      I felt my best friend monta take his last breath two days ago. your comment hits so hard. particularly the 2nd paragraph. thank you for sharing 🙏❤

    • @FlyOnAlbatross
      @FlyOnAlbatross 7 місяців тому +1

      @@necroriffmonger Rest in peace to Kilo, Monta, and all the great dogs that continue to watch over all of us on the other side.

  • @thebleaki
    @thebleaki 7 місяців тому

    Cried like a child watching this, missing my ol' gals.
    Those dogs do so much more than save lives, they make life worth living.

  • @VikCalo
    @VikCalo 7 місяців тому

    Beautiful story of friendship and unconditional love. RIP the old girl 🐕‍🦺 ❤

  • @R3DON31
    @R3DON31 7 місяців тому

    Fuck this hits hard. My girl is 16 now. She's still very healthy but I know her time is coming. I'm already broken, and I'm honestly scared of what I'm going to do without her.

  • @troy97523
    @troy97523 7 місяців тому

    Cody you're not alone my service dog passed last year he was 11 years old and with me through 6 of them, I have pictures of him laying in Hospital beds with me after a few of my multiple brain surgeries and shrapnel removals. RIP Mumford Lane

  • @MrDustinfoley
    @MrDustinfoley 6 місяців тому

    Jon Literally has one of the best podcast out there... Very rarely, do you see a celebrity able to do and connect with people like he does... this dude is a good soul forsure...

  • @C-24-Brandan
    @C-24-Brandan 7 місяців тому

    Dogs make the world & everyday life so much better!! This really hits home 🐕❤️🙏

  • @MichelleAntonia
    @MichelleAntonia 7 місяців тому

    I had to say goodbye to my Belgian Malinois in July, after eleven years together. I feel so much of what he's saying. We had a lot of immense challenges together, but we overcame them all together.

  • @yolover111
    @yolover111 7 місяців тому

    Worst part is having put your best friends down.
    Lost 3 all in the time of 2020.. worst damn year. Theres alot that brings me down, but that and seeing family, hit me like a damn truck.

  • @KrazyJohnny
    @KrazyJohnny 7 місяців тому

    Cody is an outstanding human being and one badass marine 👏

  • @diggitydan1403
    @diggitydan1403 7 місяців тому

    Cody is a G so stoked that you did an interview with him and I can’t wait to see the rest

  • @rubyx.x.x
    @rubyx.x.x 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing this! I see how much this meant to you. You’re awesome and thank you for your service

  • @michaelbasinger6533
    @michaelbasinger6533 7 місяців тому

    Jon I'm a big fan, I appreciate everything you're doing. Keep it up brother. The world needs more people like you and your guests

  • @beatsbyodin1054
    @beatsbyodin1054 7 місяців тому +2

    Great video ❤

  • @matthewmercury1
    @matthewmercury1 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing that brother, really appreciate it.

  • @arthernandez9729
    @arthernandez9729 7 місяців тому

    Love it bro👊🏽

  • @kym3883
    @kym3883 4 місяці тому

    ❤ Thank you for sharing… so relatable on so many levels 🙏

  • @vmwindustries
    @vmwindustries 7 місяців тому

    This man is a fkn legend! Cheers brother for letting the intelligence and emotion work together! I think as a man we always fight with the balance of these things.

  • @chadhawkins3300
    @chadhawkins3300 7 місяців тому

    Great stuff ! 🤘🏻

  • @observer299
    @observer299 7 місяців тому

    Jon you are such a good man, thank you for doing what you do

  • @joedirt5720
    @joedirt5720 7 місяців тому

    Damn you got Cody on here!!! AWESOME!!!! This is a episode I never knew I needed 💪💯

  • @thejanusproject32
    @thejanusproject32 7 місяців тому

    After seeing that clip, and then seeing Bam Bam?
    Yeah, that got me

  • @7point3
    @7point3 7 місяців тому

    I've had 2 dogs since I got out of the Marines in 2010. If it weren't for them I wouldn't be here. I was about to delete myself from the earth one time, when my dog came and put his head in my lap. I broke down and just hugged him and balled like bitch. Thats only one example... Dogs have been an amazing part of my life since I was born, but these 2 were like my guardian angels ❤🙏

  • @nataloushka12
    @nataloushka12 7 місяців тому

    Beautiful

  • @magic8644
    @magic8644 7 місяців тому

    Cody is the man

  • @coyote_johnny
    @coyote_johnny 7 місяців тому +1

    We've all heard the saying "dogs love you more than they love themselves." And this is a prime example. A dog will save your life and make it more meaningful than you ever thought possible. Their soul purpose is to serve us, gifts from God himself. Sometimes that friend we need to vent to or blow off steam with has four legs...

  • @RickHawkDavison
    @RickHawkDavison 7 місяців тому

    God bless.

  • @garycarfagno7910
    @garycarfagno7910 7 місяців тому

    Great podcast Jon...Cody is an absolute beast, who cuts through all the bullshit and shows his vulnerabilities. Amazing story about his dog. Yes as stated below may Munin RIP. I know firsthand how much a dog can save a life. I was paralyzed from the neck down for 4 months. Told I would never walk again. Chris Reeves...aka Superman doc was mine. I was told my injuries were so much worse. As u lay there I remember how banged up he was. All I did was cry every day. I had no family...friends kind of dissipate after a month and u go through this torture alone. By the grace of God I go into 14 hours of surgery and I can move. I went to Kessler for rehab, then home by myself, except for Dino my dog. Like Cody he was on my chest every day & night giving me strength to go on. I had a halo, girdle and neckbrace for 3 more months and spent every second of every day with him. Holidays were just him and I. Like Cody's Munin, he got cancer and was in pain, but didnt want to give up. Brutal shit. God bless and much love to both of you. God Bless & stay strong.

  • @seancartwright143
    @seancartwright143 7 місяців тому

    Where and how can watch this full episode or has it been released yet

  • @officialtombstone
    @officialtombstone 7 місяців тому +2

    💚💯

  • @MK-jn9uu
    @MK-jn9uu 7 місяців тому

  • @fullblastshitwave
    @fullblastshitwave 7 місяців тому

    Cody's all time.

  • @1981billiam
    @1981billiam 7 місяців тому

    Dogs are awesome. I have a deer headed Chihuahua that thinks he is a service dog. I have to keep telling him your stealing valor and he is as useful as a soccer ball in a home break in, brave soul he is.😬😂

  • @Zulu69
    @Zulu69 7 місяців тому

    FUCK...Real as can be...buried my dog Zulu 10. october last year....I FEEL YOU...MUCH LOVE 2 K9!

  • @ineedmoney86
    @ineedmoney86 7 місяців тому

    🔥🔥🔥

  • @weedking8357
    @weedking8357 7 місяців тому

    my dog defo saved my life a few times

  • @zarikrobertson8076
    @zarikrobertson8076 7 місяців тому

    Yo lets get the comment engagement up guys!!!! We want more

  • @Dethdefies96
    @Dethdefies96 7 місяців тому

    Dude fuck yes.

  • @zztopwater8568
    @zztopwater8568 7 місяців тому +1

    Brother, I hope my boy gets to meet your girl. While it's hard to get out of bed some days, I have two new rescues and I am dedicated. Wake at 0400, walk at 0500, breakfast at 0600. I ❤ you Bucca boy.

  • @BRUM5
    @BRUM5 4 місяці тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @shredder9643
    @shredder9643 7 місяців тому +1

    Seeing this badass motherfucking man have to fight back full fledged ugly crying from the pain it brings him just remembering his service animal has me fucking boohoo'ing rn. Im a grown man. This shits gotta stop youtube lol

  • @garettdegenhardt722
    @garettdegenhardt722 7 місяців тому +1

    Hey Jon its Garett Degenhardt I am available to come on your show and tell my story. The last 8 years could be a movie. I'd like you to play me in a film. Get in contact with me. Love your show

  • @BiohuLDZ
    @BiohuLDZ 7 місяців тому

    Do You think inviting Tom Hardy to participate in podcast is possibile?

  • @TheScotian82
    @TheScotian82 7 місяців тому +1

    I dont trust cops with dogs. Nothing personal but bottom line, as soon as they release that animal on you, you are at its mercy. If it bites your face off, and it *could..regardless, whatever it does to you, if you so much as touch it, even to defend yourself, this guy, who clearly values his dog more than you, will empty his clip into you.
    I dont think thats right.

  • @bookreaderson
    @bookreaderson 7 місяців тому

    2 giant service rotweillers, to prevent vets from killing ther family, bringing ther dogs 🐕 into restaurants

  • @tnka3164
    @tnka3164 7 місяців тому

    Short dolphin 18

  • @venturousclown2
    @venturousclown2 7 місяців тому

    🫡🍻

  • @buttneked3963
    @buttneked3963 7 місяців тому

    I had to put my 15 year Lab 6-1-2023 to sleep. Very Bad few weeks. After . God backwards is Dog.

  • @Pack_Watch
    @Pack_Watch 7 місяців тому +1

    Do Andrew Tate next 🙏

  • @tatianadaemon2173
    @tatianadaemon2173 7 місяців тому

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergeant_Stubby

  • @michyn4959
    @michyn4959 5 місяців тому