Shawn Ryan Show

#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden

Jun 6, 2022

Rob O'Neill, a former SEAL Team Six operator known for his role in the bin Laden raid, shares gripping stories from his military career. He reflects on the philosophical implications of going to war in Iraq and the nature of friendship in conflict. O'Neill provides a detailed first-hand account of the operation that took down bin Laden, revealing the intense environment and teamwork involved. He also discusses the emotional complexities of transitioning from military life to civilian opportunities and the ongoing impact of his experiences on personal identity.

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Episode guests

Rob O’Neill

Highlights

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Episode notes

Calm is contagious: Lessons from a battlefield interrogator

01:09

The Power of Not Quitting and Starting Fresh

01:26

Consistent Practice and High Standards Lead to Exceptional Performance

01:35

Smooth is Fast: the Importance of Composure and Decision Making

01:33

Intro

3min

The Operation: Taking Down Bin Laden

5min

From Brewing Dreams to Military Valor

2min

Nostalgia for Normalcy: Hunting Tales and Life Reflections

1min

From Basketball to BUD/S: A SEAL's Journey

25min

From Training to Teamwork: A Navy SEAL's Journey

17min

From Training to Combat: A SEAL's Journey

6min

Navigating Team Dynamics and Selection in Special Operations

3min

Camaraderie in Chaos: The SEAL Team 6 Experience

24min

10.

Operation Risks and Realities

15min

11.

Evolving Combat Tactics During Iraq Operations

4min

12.

Reflections from the Battlefield

19min

13.

The High-Stakes Rescue

25min

14.

Mission: Bin Laden

6min

15.

In the Heat of Combat: A Mission Unfolds

2min

16.

The Mission: Capturing Bin Laden

20min

17.

The Operations and Decisions Behind the Historic Raid

2min

18.

Reflections on Bin Laden's Death and Military Transition

12min

19.

Navigating Life After Military Service: Entrepreneurship and Opportunities

2min

20.

War Stories and Laughter

7min

21.

Reflections and Promotions: A Journey of Authenticity

2min

Former SEAL Team Six/Devgru Operator Robert J. O'Neill gives a full recap of his career in the SEAL Teams. From start to finish we cover it all. This is a side of Rob you haven't seen before. We get philosophical on topics such as "Should we have ever gone to Iraq?" and "Would we have been friends with our enemies under different circumstances?" And of course... We get the first hand account of the night Rob killed Bin Laden. You have never heard this side from the Man who killed Osama Bin Laden.

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