SEAL Team Six Operator Chuck O'Conner on Explosive Breaching, Ep. 86

Mar 27, 2021

Chuck O'Conner, a former SEAL Team 6 operator and master breacher, shares gripping insights from his distinguished military career. He critiques current explosive breaching techniques, highlighting their safety flaws and the risk of traumatic brain injuries. O'Conner explains the evolution of explosive practices, advocating for improved training and communication to enhance operator safety. He shares engaging stories from his deployments, from counter-terrorism in Bosnia to challenges in Haiti, underscoring the importance of teamwork and innovation in high-stakes operations.

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From East Coast to SEAL Team 6

04:02 • 17min

Reflections on Haiti and Security Challenges

Evolving Warfare: Insights from SEAL Team 6

24:14 • 15min

Challenges and Evolution of Combat Protective Gear

Inside Elite Breaching Teams

40:24 • 17min

Explosive Techniques and Safety in Military Breaching

Advancements in Explosive Breaching Techniques

59:39 • 11min

Explosive Breaching: Risks and Realities

01:10:24 • 20min

Understanding Overpressure in Explosive Breaching

01:30:43 • 4min

Safety First: Rethinking Explosive Breaching Protocols

01:35:07 • 16min

Explosive Breaching: Safety, Theory, and Practice

01:51:01 • 21min

The Importance of Evidence and Peer Review in Law Enforcement

02:11:39 • 2min

Enhancing Safety and Training in Military Operations

02:13:51 • 18min