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BORTAC Spec Ops Marine Erin 'Jammer' Switzer - Part One | Mike Ritland Podcast Episode 145
Jul 16, 2023
Special ops Marine Erin 'Jammer' Switzer discusses his career in Recon and working with K9 teams. Topics include his involvement in Call of Duty and The Terminal List, morning routines, college ball, boot camp experiences, starting in Border Patrol, BORTAC selection and operations.
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- Erin 'Jammer' Switzer transitioned from a career in the Marines to becoming a Border Patrol agent after his wife discovered a job opportunity, leading to a new path in his life.
- Switzer went through extensive training, including the Border Patrol Academy, to eventually join BORTAC, a specialized unit within the Border Patrol that performs high-risk operations and supports other agencies.
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Transition to Border Patrol
After leaving the Marines, the individual moved back to Kansas City and started studying engineering. However, he was unhappy with his life and started spiraling, drinking excessively, and becoming miserable. His wife discovered a job opportunity with the Border Patrol, which initially he was hesitant about. He eventually decided to apply and was offered a position in Calexico, California.
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