Julian Dorey Podcast

[VIDEO] - Ex-Delta Force Mercenary "GRIM REAPER" - Dale Comstock | 188

Feb 27, 2024

A former Delta Force Mercenary, Dale Comstock, shares intense stories from his military background, including Operation Acid Gambit and a dramatic helicopter crash. He discusses the differences between Navy SEALs and Special Forces, controlled psychopathic killers, and his experiences in Panama. The podcast delves into his training, shooting skills, and a daring rescue mission in Guatemala.

03:11:45

Episode guests

Dale Comstock

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Quick takeaways

Being a mercenary doesn't equate to being an assassin; focus on skill and ethics.

Overcoming family expectations, adapting to civilian life, and choosing a military career.

Elite military selection and training require mental strength and ethical considerations.

Split-second decisions in high-pressure scenarios like helicopter operations demand discernment.

Rescuing individuals in intense missions showcases the risks and complexities faced by operators.

Global rescue operations highlight the need for ethical decision-making and strategic planning in sensitive environments.

Deep dives

The Intricacies of Mercenaries and a Misunderstood Profession

The discussion delves into the complexity of being labeled as a mercenary, especially in light of media portrayal. The individual recounts interactions with BBC concerning a documentary on his life and experiences with the term 'mercenary'. Addressing misconceptions, the speaker clarifies the distinction between being a professional soldier for hire and an assassin, emphasizing ethical boundaries and skill expertise.

Introduction

5min

Facing Decisions and Elite Training

22min

Intense Firearms Training and Visualization Practice

4min

A Training Incident: From Embarrassment to Close Competition

4min

Inside Delta Force: Decision-Making and Intense Missions

27min

Dramatic Helicopter Crash During Military Operation

3min

Reflections on Military Sacrifices and Global Realities

17min

Critical Views on Foreign Involvement in Wars

22min

Insights into Mercenary Networks and Military Operations

5min

10.

Surviving Grenada: A Soldier's Harrowing Journey

26min

11.

Challenging Narratives and Promoting Critical Thinking on Global Issues

2min

12.

Analysis of Passive News Consumption and Military Transition to Security Industry

4min

13.

Surviving an Ambush in Afghanistan

32min

14.

Retrieval and Rescue Operation in Guatemala for 17-Year-Old Girl

2min

15.

Navigating Cultural Norms and Surveillance in Saudi Arabia

11min

(***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Dale Comstock is a Special Forces Operator, CIA Pipe Hitter, Black Ops Expert, and Mercenary. He has served in Delta Force, the Green Berets, & CIA Ground Branch Unit. Currently he is a mercenary-for-hire around the world making money.

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- WEBSITE: https://www.dalecomstock.com/

CREDITS:

- Hosted & Produced by Julian D. Dorey

- Intro & Episode Edited by Alessi Allaman

***TIMESTAMPS***

0:00 - Dale on being a mercenary; Dale’s military background

11:38 - Delta Force; Difference between Navy SEALs and Special Forces; Spec Ops Training

25:00 - Dale’s early days shooting; How Dale became an expert shot

34:37 - Delta Ranger Standards; Controlled Psychopathic Killers

43:31 - Operation Acid Gambit; An emotional kill

52:04 - Kurt Muse & the Panama Arrest; Special Forces Invade Panama

58:46 - Helicopter Crash in mission; Another helicopter crash in jungle

1:04:22 - Black Hawk Down Story; Friend who adopted child killed (story); Saddam’s mysterious dungeons

1:12:10 - Living in Bali; Being universally tracked by intel agencies

1:18:49 - NATO: Russia vs Ukraine; Afghanistan & Iraq; Taliban & Hamas

1:28:04 - Taliban gaming system in Afghanistan; Interrogation Rules; Military “HR” practices

1:36:06 - Dale retires from Special Forces; Joining CIA Ground Branch; Discovery Channel & Hong Kong

1:41:36 - Network of Mercenaries; Special Operations & Ranking of Teams

1:45:32 - The invasion of Grenada in 1983; American Sniper Chris Kyle

1:53:56 - Dale’ explosives training; K9 Training in Bali

2:05:08 - The ridiculousness of the past few years

2:14:38 - Dale’s global security apparatus; Dale almost dies in ambush (Story)

2:25:23 - Fall of Afghanistan; Rescuing interpreters

2:37:07 - Which combatants Dale is willing to kill in mission; How to get people out of hostile countries

2:44:43 - Dubai 2010 crash

2:50:29 - Rescuing client’s kid from Spring Break gone wrong; Why Dale doesn’t like Saudi Arabia

2:58:36 - Friendliest people in the world; Hong Kong

3:02:56 - China

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Julian Dorey Podcast

[VIDEO] - Ex-Delta Force Mercenary "GRIM REAPER" - Dale Comstock | 188

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Intricacies of Mercenaries and a Misunderstood Profession

Transitioning from a Military Background to Civilian Life

Rigorous Selection and Training Processes of Elite Military Units

Critical Decision-Making Under Pressure

Operation Acid Gambit: A Risky Rescue Mission

Challenges and Realities of Combat Operations

Starting a Security Company and Contracting Journey

Ambush Experience in Afghanistan

Efforts to Assist Interpreters and Units in Afghanistan

Reflections on Military Leadership and Loyalty

Impressions from Global Rescue Operations

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The Intricacies of Mercenaries and a Misunderstood Profession

Transitioning from a Military Background to Civilian Life

Rigorous Selection and Training Processes of Elite Military Units

Critical Decision-Making Under Pressure

Operation Acid Gambit: A Risky Rescue Mission

Challenges and Realities of Combat Operations

Starting a Security Company and Contracting Journey

Ambush Experience in Afghanistan

Efforts to Assist Interpreters and Units in Afghanistan

Reflections on Military Leadership and Loyalty

Impressions from Global Rescue Operations

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