

51: “The Coldest War.” Mortars, Battle Fatigue, and THE COLD
Nov 30, 2016
A discussion on the overlooked Korean War and the importance of remembering soldier sacrifices. Different approaches to Marine Corps forms. Captain Chaffee's guided tour of the company front. Importance of taking ownership and following orders. Tragic miscommunication incident and challenges of mountain warfare. Physical exhaustion and the dichotomy of war. Role of aviators in the Marine Corps. ANGLICO's role in coordinating airstrikes and investigating misconduct. Experiences of soldiers Mac and Brady. Honoring veterans and learning from their experiences. Discussion on supplements and recommendations. Placebo tests and effectiveness of Alpha Brain. Importance of supporting the podcast and understanding shirt layers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Approaches to Form Filling in Marine Corps
03:46 • 3min
Captain Chaffee: A Guided Tour of the Company Front
06:23 • 24min
Taking Ownership and Following Orders
29:54 • 17min
Communication and the Importance of Being Informed
47:02 • 28min
The Brutal Physical Evolution of War
01:15:27 • 31min
Complexities of the Korean War and the Role of Aviators in the Marine Corps
01:46:19 • 3min
ANGLICO's Role in Combat and Investigation of Misconduct
01:49:09 • 34min
Soldiers' Experiences in the Military
02:23:31 • 6min
Honoring Sacrifices and Learning from Veterans
02:29:51 • 3min
Discussion on Supplements and Recommendations
02:33:11 • 2min
The Importance of Placebo Tests and Alpha Brain's Effectiveness
02:35:23 • 3min
Supporting the Podcast
02:38:13 • 5min
Shirt Layers and Products on Amazon
02:43:36 • 4min
Taking Ownership and Sharing Knowledge
02:47:13 • 5min