The Jack Carr Channel

What’s it like to swim across the English Channel?

Jan 15, 2025
John Doolittle, a retired Navy SEAL Captain with over 25 years of service, shares his remarkable journey swimming across the English Channel in honor of a fallen teammate. He details the grueling training process and the emotional hurdles he faced, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie. Doolittle also discusses his role in founding the Tampa Bay Frogman Swim, which supports the families of lost Navy SEALs, and highlights innovative recovery techniques like KAATSU for veterans. The conversation is infused with themes of resilience, leadership, and community support.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 1min
2
Beverages, Bids, and Bourbon
01:27 • 4min
3
Reflections on Camaraderie and Training
05:14 • 16min
4
Nostalgic Childhood Adventures and the Significance of the Sig P226
21:00 • 3min
5
Boozer's Journey: From Firearms to Flight
24:06 • 9min
6
Navigating the Waters of Naval Training and Career Paths
32:52 • 2min
7
Navigating Challenges: Diving and Storytelling
35:21 • 14min
8
Training Tales: Challenges and Camaraderie
49:13 • 15min
9
Navigating Challenges: A Swim Through Training
01:04:39 • 7min
10
Reflections on Military Experience and Mental Health
01:12:08 • 23min
11
Building Support Networks for Military Families
01:35:00 • 7min
12
Honoring Heroes through the Tampa Bay Frogman Swim
01:42:11 • 5min
13
Leadership and Mental Health in High-Stress Environments
01:47:05 • 15min
14
Navigating Challenges: A Journey Across the Channel
02:02:18 • 22min
15
Triathlon Tales: Embracing the Challenge
02:24:02 • 5min
16
Exploring the Benefits of Katsu for Rehabilitation
02:28:50 • 3min
17
Rehabilitation Insights: A Journey to Relief
02:31:43 • 5min
18
Healing Through Katsu and Advanced Therapies
02:36:37 • 12min
19
Empowering Heroes: Health, Community, and Leadership
02:48:35 • 19min