Combat Story (Ep 38): Chris VanSant | Delta Force | Ranger | All Secure Foundation | TYR Tactical

[@CombatStory]

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[@gobbledee55]

Just wow. What an amazing story. Always a treat to listen to one of these amazing soldiers. Mad respect. Also, great interview and great job! I truly enjoy your channel.

[@optionsmatrix3244]

Can we get another episode with Tom Satterly or Dale Comstock? Ideally Tom! He seems like a total fucking badass, I bet he has tons of insane stories. Please!

[@m.greenspan3758]

Good evening sir, again another great interview. If possible can we get an interview with a black American C.A.G member, I can't find one any where. Thanks

[@ehtikhet]

Seems like a real good dude. Articulate, kind and humble, it doesn’t surprise me people went out of their way to help him I’m sure he’s helped many others over the years.

[@benyoung552]

When he talked about operators being regular dudes, every time I see an interview of the dudes that were in The Unit, every time I think about how I expected them to look and be so much different…. It’s really cool seeing that they’re all shapes n sizes and every single one is super down to earth…

[@irishdefense77]

That’s the selection process-I know that the way you are screened decides if or if not you will become an operator in CAG.Down to earth is the common assessment of every one of the operators.Zero ego and all dedication.

[@seanhastings4432]

Yeah, Chris is extremely chill for a JSOC operator.

[@edscmidt5193]

My friend is in special forces and he said it’s the most diverse group of people he’s ever seen. He himself you’d never think would be in the military, he joined when he was 29. He is really well read, likes to have fun, and he is a super down to earth and nice guy. However athletically he is a freak of nature, he did marathons all the time and it wasn’t a big deal for him, he’d go to a music festival from Thursday-Sunday doing whag you do and on Monday morning run a marathon, I think he did it because it’s pretty much the limit of pushing yourself and is proof you can do anything physical

[@tier1turks]

Regular dude is the best dude for special forces. You don't need big muscles.

[@diziplesp]

This is the podcast I’ve been waiting for. Interviews with legit tier 1 soldiers by a an agency guy. I most appreciate how the interviewer always gives them their complete space to just talk and not always be anticipating the next question. It’s rare nowadays especially in podcasts. He must’ve learned that at the farm lol. I always wondered what separated tier 1 guys from the rest of the pack and your interviews help demystify them. They are just normal Americans who made a choice to pursue the best and not quit until it became a reality. True patriots through and through! Thanks Ryan!

[@brandonblackfyre5783]

A lot of guys say the only difference between the different "tiers" is $$$ Teir 1 is getting a blank check for their gear. Anything they ask they can receive. And it should be that way when these guys are doing what they are doing. Thank God for all of them and all their sacrifices.

[@weirdmood8102]

@@brandonblackfyre5783 I'm fucking grateful they're on our team, Man. I'd hate to be one of the poor bastards who comes up against these guys on a battlefield.

[@bcreech17]

That’s actually an interesting point you’re making. The similarity between his and Shawn Ryan’s (and probably others) interview style is pretty noticeable i.e. letting your interviewee really speak and elaborate on almost every point and only asking purposeful, open-ended questions.

[@bellestar777]

Thank you for your service I have so much respect for these brave men and women who risk their lives for our freedom

[@meikel1492]

give or take 2 i swear delta operators never look like they’d be in delta, soft spoken and friendly you’d think they’d be a professor somewhere

[@ehtikhet]

Pat mac right? Lol. comic book warrior presence.

[@Dave-fd6xc]

@@ehtikhet lol same with dale comstock dude looks like an actual Spartan

[@captainmike808]

They never do. Went through airborne school with an operator and I though he was a 71L, office guy. Super soft spoken and nice.

[@brandonblackfyre5783]

Remember we aren't seeing them in their prime, when they were younger they probably looked like a whole different person. These guys were in their 18-22 year old range...

[@nt7594]

@@brandonblackfyre5783 I heard most deltas were in their mid 30s at the time of their service.

[@oldman4595]

God Bless you Chris. Our nation can not do enough for you and your brothers.

[@beckiterry6536]

Thanks for Calling Chris

[@D00kerT]

These guys just leave with the feeling "don't complain about your life dude, whatever it is, somebody has been through something far more difficult and they came out the other end!". Very humbled and respectful

[@D00kerT]

PS. I was also one of those kids who did terrible in high school. Graduated with a 1.85 GPA, now I get to fly for a living. Sometimes it takes boys a little longer to get their shit together ;)

[@subzero5561]

​@@D00kerT your story is very intriguing

[@subzero5561]

"a man can never be invalid" -Grinch (me)

[@RB-vr7mq]

Damn, you know you are getting old when retired SFOD look like they could be your kid... So grateful for all who even just put in their time.

[@kevincorrigan1754]

mad respect for the intro about getting veterans much needed help, people need to know its ok and normal to get treatment for things like PTSD.

[@urgentadam2047]

It's a beautiful thing. We all have room to improve.

[@sauljahboi5965]

Chris VanSant appearances on podcasts are always outstanding!

[@teedepefanio4974]

Respect to this dudes wife... 8 back-to-back marathons.. in 21 says.. phuk, hes right. That is some real tenacity... mind blown..

[@Nediler]

When you hear CVS say how Delta surpassed their Legacy group (SAS) in the mid 80s- early 90s, that really goes to show how fuckin badass The Unit really is.. WOW. Really looking forward to Part 2. Thanks, Ryan!

[@cheekboy7247]

It is bullshit

[@zenvagabond]

They surpassed the UK SAS, but not the Australians.

[@cheekboy7247]

@@zenvagabond Can you explain how they could have surpassed the british but not the aussies?

[@firstnamelastname9444]

The Unit has training at minimum equal to the Brits or Aussies. They are, however, much better funded, which gives them an advantage on the battlefield. The extra funding also likely gives them access to superior training than other units as well (better facilities, more rounds to shoot, etc.).

[@cheekboy7247]

@@firstnamelastname9444 Well funding is always good, but you know what yanks say about the brits😁 "There is the easy way then there is the british way", they said that becasue brit sf training is hardcore

[@williamfitch7038]

On behalf of Australia, thank you for your service! 🇦🇺🇺🇸I found this channel when the Sheriff of Baghdad video showed up in my recommended, loved the channel ever since! Keep up the great work, you've earned yourself another subscriber. 🇦🇺👍

[@brandonblackfyre5783]

Love from The USA!! ❤❤❤💯💯💯💪💪💪🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@subzero5561]

Are you guys all one nation, or is Australia some vassal state?

[@jasonwat6564]

Such a extremely humble WARRIOR!! Straight Killer!! Glad these guys are on our team!!!!!!!

[@GruntProof]

Awesome talk

[@danielmichaels1505]

That’s crazy the SAS didn’t have night vision capability, Glad they finally got budget eventually

[@danielgriebling6123]

Maybe they can borrow some from the huge stockpile Biden just gave the Taliban

[@cheekboy7247]

@@danielgriebling6123 Crazy how you managed to make that political

[@dannystoddard1730]

Yeah like he said, delta surpassed them in the late 80 with training technology and funding. It was bound to happen.

[@flexmasterson4297]

Another great interview. Chris was great at bringing his service to life through words. Thanks for your services.

[@garydaly]

Awesome interview. Young people who are interested in joining the military (not me I’m 55 4 years army) can benefit so much from this podcast. To have the on the ground and in your face narrative of individuals who are resilient, focused, determined and motivated to get to where they want to be in their military careers is invaluable. I’m not whining when I say in my day when I joined the Australian army (1989-1993) soldiers were collectively known as men who had no choices. Still I’m proud of my service and served with the Americans in Iraq 1991 and they were the most professional well equiped soldiers I’d ever seen. In Iraq they provided us air support and Pepsi.

[@billjordan5507]

Stellar stuff! Chris always comes across with honesty, humility and humor. Eagerly anticipating Part 2.

[@ClintonCaraway]

We are the greatest nation on earth because of the men like this. I can do anything I want because of the freedom that is provided by these hard charging super heroes!!!

[@vanishroach]

Great episode! Your style is unsurpassed Ryan. Questions are right on, intuitive and logical. Good job. As for Chris, a relevant, competent, interesting, down to the earth kind of a guy!

[@rueridge7597]

Great show. Unit is so eclectic with guys like Chris blended in with Bob Keller and John McPhee.

[@xxyy4517]

Outstanding, the quality that you and your guests provide is top notch, period. It always puts a smile on my face when I see a new episode. Thank you for sharing

[@josephbutros8526]

Such an inspirational Human being Chris V.Z.. Ty for your wisdom and sharing your life experience. cna't tell you how You impacted my life forever about 8 months ago! ty

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

What a nice guy.

[@F3PIZZA]

Stoked about this. On a side note, has anyone ever commented on whether or not ugly dudes make it to the unit? Seems like everyone is good looking. Edit: Wow. Dude, Chris is infectiously inspirational. If you read this, Chris. Thanks for taking the time to do this. I appreciate you. You gave me something I needed to push through a challenging situation and I’ve come out on top. Cheers from New England!

[@KingAlobar21]

😄😄😄

[@bapesta481]

Hot dudes only

[@scottsherman5262]

Interesting that you made this comment on CVC's podcast...I do agree that most operators are super hot, but I actually find that Chris here doesn't do it for me. I'll ask my wife if she thinks CVC is a good looking man, maybe I'm wrong.

[@cochellobarosos8516]

Chris vansant please run for president. We need a lion in a sea of snakes.

[@craigtsao9295]

I thru hiked both the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. On the AT you come across a lot of veterans. When going off trail for resupplying I would run into all sorts of people raving about how the AT is the hardest trail in the world. Some claimed to be delta-ranger-seal-sniper-SF types and said thruhiking is harder than becoming a seal or whatever. I gotta say those people are full of crap because I couldn’t imagine the most enjoyment I’ve ever had in my life being “more difficult” than selection. I never asked the veterans on the trail with me how hard the hike is - you see everyone struggling from time to time but everyone on the trail knows each minute sleeping in the dirt on a long ass journey with other like minded people is better than any day in the office slogging through regular life. I’m talking apples and oranges here though. If this man here is saying some of his former teammates would have struggled I will take his word for it. That still doesn’t mean any service done is easier a thru hike and I will always respect that sacrifices are made in order to serve. You don’t have to make those kind of sacrifices to go on a thru hike. Loved the John Muir trail portion of the PCT!!!

[@jimclayron417]

Chris seems like a very happy and humble guy wish all the best to him

[@jasonfrancis8465]

Bro! Had that Delta Force poster on my wall as a kid! Was definitely an influence on what I wanted to do in the military!

[@gregusmc2868]

Awesome interview so far. I wish my recruiter had thrown me up of his office in 86! (Not really) Semper Fi!

[@wizzardofpaws2420]

Clemson, heck yea. I worked there for 20 yrs, Great pod. Best wishes to Chris.

[@willbrown5197]

This is awesome. I was a student of Dr. Vansant while a student in Lake Forest school district. I was born and raised in little heaven delaware. Also known as little Dover. I think I knew some of your family members sir. If Dr Vansant is a family member of yours you have amazing people in your family.

[@virginialoverproductions]

Man, this guy is awesome. I could listen to him for hours.

[@seanpatrick6006]

Been watching you tube awhile now on many subjects I’m also former Military but taking that out of the equation this was the best interview I’ve ever seen…Brilliant questions captivating story by Chris that I’ll probably watch again thank you guys

[@notandrewyt9792]

No way I love Chris VanSant I’ve seen most of his interviews( after this can you try and get Brad Thomas he’s a friend of Chris and he has a great story also?)

[@Sokka_Games]

Could be wrong but I think brads been on before.

[@CombatStory]

Great call. I haven’t had Brad on yet so this is a great lead. Thanks!

[@Jackson-gv9xw]

@@CombatStory hey man, do you think you could get an FBI HRT veteran on your show? Preferably a GWOT era vet? They are the nation’s tier 1 domestic component, but they deploy overseas with Delta all the time to serve as assaulters. Hearing their perspective would be awesome. Thank you.

[@notandrewyt9792]

@@CombatStory yea he has a great story he was in the battle of Mogadishu in 93

[@Nediler]

@@CombatStory Definitely try to get Brad Thomas on!!!

[@nwcoastlife]

Wow, judging by his age at age he time of his enlistment, he’s only a couple years younger than me (I’m just around the corner from 50). He looks 10-15 years younger than his age.

[@G.IKendall]

Soooo true

[@MrCashewkitty]

I'm 42 and I was thinking "Damn, this dude looks 10 years younger than me!" Haha

[@jgonell]

Thank your for sharing these stories. This is part of the process for our warriors to decompress. They are also the hard lessons, that will help us improve our combat effectiveness. Thank your service. AATW! LETS GO!

[@brandonblackfyre5783]

That was awesome hearing about him meeting someone from Maryland because he is from Delware. I've noticed a lot of Military guys lived in Maryland. Always cool hearing things from someone who lives in the same state as you.

[@angelocos1]

It's amazing he's done all these things. He still looks like he's in high school

[@stefanpuxon]

Thank you for these excellent videos, sir. I am getting a lot of hearing these men talk.

[@notandrewyt9792]

Can’t wait to get home to watch this I’m at school

[@jasonhull2163]

Every Army guy that I've met that was either a Ranger or Green Beret have been the most calm and keep to yourself type of guys. In high school my history teacher was a former Green Beret and I never heard him talk shit about any other branches. He literally said all branches have a vital role. I've never met anyone in Delta but I'm sure it's safe to say they are truly quiet professionals. I respect every branch and military personels but it says a lot about a unit that doesn't constantly write books or try to be in the spot light. Army Spec Ops guys do what must be done and then return to the shadows.

[@danielholman7225]

Really enjoyed the interview with Chris. He’s an intelligent, upbeat soldier.

[@b.bruster1462]

One of your best, Ryan. Chris had ‘that’ experience of ‘guidance’ from clearly exceptional NCO’s and OFFR’s prior to selection. Imagine an Army full of leaders who focused on getting the best out of their people - with their people as their genuine focus. Chris - no need to say anything really. It’s all been said.

[@Captain-wc6vj]

One of the coolest guys I've ever listened to. Thanks 👍

[@radpantz2472]

Thank you for your service and for this podcast. It has opened my eyes a lot to what goes on in places we civies don't go. I now know how important what you guys did over there is. Thank you all again for what you do and have done.

[@jeremiah1059]

Only a former JSOC/Tier 1 dude would say climbing Kilimanjaro is easy...lol. Awesome! Thank you for your service.

[@thepowerbill1]

You have the best guests on here. This was so good.

[@Kriegter]

I was in the middle of listening to the story about the mission with the brits when I realized it's the exact same incident mentioned in Mark Urban's book about the SAS in Iraq

[@XHollisWood]

Thank you for sharing this story and inspiring service, sacrifice and courage for freedom 🇺🇸

[@leevancleef358]

This guy is a cool dude. Great interview!

[@Fischize]

“What would you do if you were on the receiving end of this.” This was the very thought I had when we were fielding the MK19 back in ‘02. EDIT: RFS is Released For Standards

[@CombatStory]

Hahaha. So true!

[@williamstokely9589]

Easy.. You would die lol

[@rukshanlakshman6036]

I get lot's of motivation , good advices throughout your program thanks 🤘

[@jreviews5924]

This was an awesome interview. I could listen to his stories all day.

[@zackarymccurren8643]

Awesome. Chris is a badass.

[@lovro5583]

Nice job Ryan for interviewing these tier 1 legends.Keep up the good work

[@shammy3138]

Chris is an awesome dude and he’s funny. Glad u got him on. Keep up the great work CS. 🇺🇸🤙🏼

[@spencerdevins5067]

Hey man good for you picking a sponsor that sounds like it aligns with your ethics. KZbin monetizing is weird and formulaic but you have a great show regardless.

[@e.tphone9039]

Wot a great guy. True hero.

[@jamieminton172]

The body feels the years, the fire in the belly is still there. 1rst out of Clark. That was a long time ago. :D

[@terrytomlinson8772]

Such a well-spoken guest - very enjoyable

[@marcuspayne9744]

Watched a lot of your videos and they have all been very interesting and all, but this one really stands out. Chris seems like a good guy with an interesting career in the Army, but seems very humble too considering the awesome teams he was part of in the Army.

[@arttheclown9458]

I really like him. Something about him is just so... in touch

[@DaleKallio]

Hell yeah, Danny White would be proud!

[@อรทัยฟรีบี]

Thanks again Soldiers e

[@That1ThatHasIt]

Vansant comes off as such a nice, solid guy. Great interview. Alot of people want celebrity autographs but I would love to have some operator's signatures, amazing guys and gals.

[@exiled3797]

Great one as always! Looking forward for Ryan Hendrickson pt 2

[@garymartin9898]

Another Awesome Interview.

[@quinnmccullough414]

Incredible story 👏

[@mdfogarty]

1:03:12 just after Sept 11th 2001 and going to Delta selection, "I was as motivated as a human being can be when I got there."

[@stephen3762]

Ryan "as much as you can say" Fugit

[@mpsniper933]

Excellent story! Love this.

[@gai73]

This man Chris VanSant comes across as so authentic. I really prefer guys like this over the bs Jocko and Crenshaw, and most SEALS. It must be the PR that makes you think you are the sh1t. All the Delta guys are so humble and deadly. no chest thumping and shouting to young men the grind mindset based on material possessions and business.

[@SoniaPabon-qm3jh]

Try seal Andy stumpf he's hella chill, and was on Joe Rogan .

[@martinnicholson7382]

Chris I can relate to your story like it was part of my life life the differences I didn't have that 1 individual that made a difference I ended up being a firefighter merchant trailer truck driver And now I'm running a sprinter van

[@MarkS2920]

Combat Story one of my favorite Podcasts. Keep up your production. (Old guy, USAF 1973-93)

[@craddatzm]

Chris should come to Chile to hike. The Route of Parks in Patagonia , awesome experience 👌🏻

[@bobstrawn4994]

As usual, great interview

[@EnlightenedDrummer]

Awesome Video

[@notandrewyt9792]

just finished cant wait for part 2

[@Mosey410]

Great interview 🤘

[@ishiegarza1255]

I can relate to his backwoods church comment during hunting season I would spend the last 7 days alone in the backwoods no campsite restrooms I always came back a different person 💪👍✌️

[@mfcriz2561]

I watch these as I am working out at home. This has been one of my favorites. Chris looks like a Middle School Math teacher but you know this guy kicks ass. What a bunch of turn of events for him in his career. So cool to hear. On another note, when you had Shrek he was talking about getting nick-names. How did he not call you Fuck-it at that time! Opp missed! Keep up the great work.

[@generalkrang7138]

outstanding

[@DaleKallio]

Dover, a long stop overseas. and routine climbs around 10,000.. Hit me up.. gettin old😊

[@ggarr91]

I’m about 15-20 mins into this, and I’ll be damned I’m listening in my car and got stopped by a train… I’ve never been happy about that before until now 😂

[@sapperveteran245]

Awesome episode, cannot wait for part 2.

[@jasonhull2163]

I'm very happy Chris found a good woman. If anyone deserves it it's guys like him.

[@RocksNRuts4]

Crushed it again Ryan! this one is grt! Chris is an awsome dude and must be a badass at soldiering but humble as fast as he was promoted and skipped SF!! He def was blessed with some grt leaders, I coulda used a few of those. Im an 11B/M a few yrs older and this guy makes me wanna Re Up! lol

[@ryanthomas4018]

Man i fucking love this podcast and so look forward to these episode. Would love to see a FBI HRT on, maybe a smokejumper (most i worked with had veteran experience at some really high levels) but no matter the guest I get stoked and these are a blast. Thanks Ryan, and Chris for a great episode.

[@jbux1983]

Never heard of the guy till today but Chris is a guy. Now mind you my limited time to evaluate him but as shrek says sometimes ya dont have that much time. Chris just seems like a guy who will befriend anyone and give them a chance.and that speaks to people.

[@JB-td9fz]

Love it Ryan keep going mate. This guy doesn't look a day over 25 😂😂

[@jimclayron417]

Let’s be realistic he looks like he’s in his 30s

[@JB-td9fz]

@@jimclayron417 chill out Jim.

[@jimclayron417]

@@JB-td9fz I’m chilled like I said just being realistic

[@jimclayron417]

I’m 21 and people think I’m 24-25 but I Look younger than Chris so he’s looking 30 something

[@Kwgpodcast]

Great interview as always. Love the delta guys. They are the elite of the elite in my opinion. God bless and when is part two coming?

[@AGfrom83]

Great episode. Thanks

[@looseorlsdown]

I’d appreciate it if you interviewed Christian Craighead’s story post Chris

[@larryroben1683]

GOD *** THE AUTHORITY & CREATOR ****

[@scottsherman5262]

The alcohol related stuff, the mistakes Chris talks about...so interesting. It's considered extremely odd for people not to drink today, but I think at some point in the relatively near future us humans will look back on how prevalent drinking was & wonder how/why we ever lived like that. Or perhaps that day will never come & we'll remain a drinking nation/world in perpetuity, but it sure does a tremendous amount of societal damage. It's seen as a form of cool, & even tough, to relay stories of past DUIs & underage drinking experiences. I'm in the hyper-minority on this, but choosing to drink has always seemed like such a dangerous choice to me, & I listen to so many of these tier 1 & 2 operators on podcasts talk about how drinking has rained havoc down on their lives, so why start in the first place?

[@gix6]

God Bless all you guys! 🙏🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼