Episode # 12 - Modernize the Force

[@BSaunders3754]

Mr. Owens, I’m retired military (22 years active duty). I feel the same way about my military retirement and post military experience. I strongly recommend you begin a relationship with the VA. Although you are relatively healthy now, having a yearly checkup will allow you to treat small medical issues before they turn into massive, life-changing problems. A simple routine annual checkup can detect life threatening (i. e. cancer) problems early which significantly improve your chances of successful treatment. Remember, it’s not always about you. Do it for your family, it’s simple, easy and the price is right (free)!

[@ArtOfTheCarbine]

Look forward to these every week. Love listening while I'm turnin' wrenches at work. Cheers from Oregon, Kevin

[@99cobra2881]

These are some of the best pod casts Ive had the privilege of watching/listening to on YT

[@ordulf7193]

I was asked once if I second guess myself a lot. I said "No." Then thinking about it, I thought "Do I? Maybe I do" . . .

[@kiwigrunt330]

I used to be indecisive. Now I'm not so sure.

[@sysop007]

You speak truth on so many levels and appreciate these series so thank you sir! Makes me think of the very few good and inspirational NCO’s I met in my time in the Infantry. They always say “respect the rank not the man” but I think that’s a highly flawed statement. Looking back, the nco’s I respected most were the ones who (I felt) respected me. It had nothing to do with rank, you knew it and respected when need be but it’s all about the personal skills and having the ability to talk to them on their level that makes a good leader. 🙏🏼

[@411sxr]

Great podcasts, I've listened to them all. Some of your stories are relatable to my grandfather...he joined at 17 and served ww2, Korea, Vietnam and sf...he retired command sergeant major . He turned down being commissioned to a officer around 14 times. He left boxes of orders and pics after he passed at 94. He was also the un inlisted envoy to south Korea in training troop capacity . Keep the podcast coming.

[@KevinDiazx11]

I can sit down and listen to Kevin Owens all day 🇺🇸👏🏽

[@zacharykelm8835]

Kevin owens for President

[@The_Red_Off_Road]

Fake it till you make it! That’s another reason I like Cleared Hot Podcast. He may have been an elite operator but he doesn’t try to bullshit people about his career. There are waaaay too many “expert operators” out there trying to bullshit anybody that doesn’t have military experience. Thanks for being a down to earth guy, Kevin. I love the stories.

[@bestrong144]

Awesome video Kevin thank you for telling your story with no bullshit and nothing but modesty, I personally would love to hear more specifics on gear as you mentioned. I would also be very happy to hear you describe missions and operations that you were on and can talk about. Best channel on you tube. Thank you !!!

[@CT-5576]

Would love to see a gear video. I go back and watch the MRAD video you did with Garand Thumb all the time. Would love to see more of your insight on products.

[@sjorgen9122]

I understand much of it is classified, but the tech is what I find most interesting in the DoD and would love to hear you discuss some successful or failed projects in gear, kit, and tech. Loved this episode - you're a natural with a microphone and my favorite mil-related content.

[@muhammad_wada]

As a systems engineer with +15 years in the defense industry, what you said about writing requirements 36 minutes into the video was spot on 🎯

[@DavidK2007]

Thanks so much for your honesty and intelligence. I know there are many of us civilians who are absolute guns, ammo, and kit junkies. I think you would get a great reception to a video discussing technical aspects of weapons platforms and your experiences with them.

[@beardly0121]

agreed

[@thermometredupochard]

Thank you for talking about your career and being honest.

[@notownsavage2024]

Thank you for another awesome episode Kevin! Love all you talk about, your experience is so vast and varied, you truly are a unique multifaceted gem. Love all you do! Please keep it up even though you might be second guessing yourselves, your content is appreciated immensely!

[@chaoticcaninejb]

Strength and Honor 🙏 One of the best SF guys articulating the truth through experience.

[@MAXimumEffort44]

Was just finishing up last weeks episode and then I get the notification for this one. Fuck yeah boys.

[@nickdelgiudice7496]

I’d like to vote to rename this podcast “Massive”. Lol kidding. Love watching your stories.

[@eliasbonilla8087]

Fascinating from the amazing success story of the ASR program to the importance of training the troops to get maximum effectiveness out of their equipment. . .

[@tylerconsugar2426]

I have to say Kevin, you have QUITE a story--and one I find VERY captivating. I'm glad we had you and your men when we did, I appreciate your service to this Nation, and I am glad you're still active in this community.

[@jasons4882]

Kevin, when you mentioned changing things over time and hinted at possibly 'being the problem'; I would have to firmly disagree. Systems are set in place and they have shortfalls. Recognition and improvement of those systems are vital to progress. I can say that the MRAD wouldn't have been developed without you, and the areas of improvement will benefit generations. Please keep sight of the good you have done in past, present and future.

[@10mikemike89]

I have no idea why I listen, this is 100% outside my wheelhouse. But I enjoy it.

[@bryanmcdermott4204]

Great story on Vinny, and good stuff on people feigning competence

[@barrysmith916]

Can't wait to get off work and listen to this podcast. Kevin you are awesome, thank you for doing these.

[@Jam-vj8ig]

Thank You Kevin.

[@jacoblogsdon2850]

Self doubt has built some great men. As long as it doesn't prevent you from taking the leaps necessary

[@alanfox1309]

your going from strength to strength kev. all the best from Scotland.

[@coach2305]

Kevin love the series Ben following you for a while thanks for sharing it all, an Irish Garda.

[@michaelchurgin7027]

Kevin, u are the man sir!! Keep up the great work, hope all is well for u and the family!!

[@HughJC]

Really enjoy these vids

[@shammy313]

Would have liked to hear more about the URGI program for USASOC.

[@TheJulianknott]

You are Crushing this MSG. I am a long-time listener and viewer of your content dating back to you and mike in the early days of content for fieldcraft. I really enjoy Listening to you talk about your life journey during my drives to and from work. Thank you for sharing your story with such honor, truth, and respect. I am a fellow Benning basic graduate from 07-96 to 11-96. 2/54Inf. 11M. Best job I ever had. Loved gunning and commanding M2 BFVs. The good days when life was simple. I also really enjoyed your Ballistics 101 Series. After listening to your series I am wanting to build a new rifle for long-range shooting. What are your thoughts on the Horus HoVR Scope? Should I spend my time with it or just go with Nightforce? 6.5 Ceedmore, Check. Rifle Make/Model? Thank you again for your willingness to share your knowledge and journey.

[@selfrelience9384]

I would love a video from you on the technology you use/recommended for snipers. I.e. clip on NV/Thermal, illumiators, etc.

[@texdad91]

Kevin, I’ve really enjoyed watching your content for some time now. My boy is starting at West Point in the summer. I’m a lifelong shooter and reloader but have been a little set in my ways . I’m usually 10-15 years behind the curve on new innovations in that arena. For instance, I just got into suppressors and some “newer” calibers like 6.5 CM and .300BLK.😊. I’ve built a number of AR15’s, but am considering an AR10 platform. I reload for .308, and 6.5 CM, but I was going to ask your thoughts on the relative merits of the .260 Remington. Great content! Mike G.

[@Bathaling]

Phenomenal

[@robertpao2931]

I can really relate to all of this. Was a supplier in (C&T) Clothing and textiles. The process is brutal. Worked with dozens of contract officers. I met two who had any idea what they were doing. The user name and password thing is funny. As a supplier we had to maintain around 20 different accounts with 18 digit passwords that had to be changed every three months. That made me nuts.

[@paddymike5559]

So true so much bs out there. The fear will always be there you have to make a decision to face it and move forward. JBPtalks about immersion therapy as basically taking incremental steps to embrace the fear.

[@michaelt.sr.6273]

Kevin, Glad you dug down on this subject! I love your blunt accurate way of working. You are a warrior and don't bother with the BS. Love to see the HR personality test (whatever the name is) your most likely trait is probably debater that complements your leadership. An Irish American knows how to protect the taxpayer and resist the M.I.C. fat cats! Hope Vinny is OK!

[@jamespimentel1794]

I never grew up confident only because I was born a soldier and my my my mother suppressed me to this day I was a chosen leader but my social skills were suppressed until I was at least 58 years old im 60 years old now

[@KameronATM]

I would love for you to have Todd Hodnett on the podcast!

[@wyattterrell]

Let’s go 🪖🤙🏻

[@pyeitme508]

Awesome 😎

[@stuartastbury8014]

Malinois dogs are awesome, rough play will get you bruises, but they don't hurt you once they get past puppy teeth. Unless you abuse them.

[@pensonpaolo5588]

When is your video on bull pups coming out?

[@brewhaus1749]

👍

[@romeofoxtrot363]

Semper FI from Florida

[@alz.7716]

Please post a short of Vinny.

[@johnzaknich3979]

G-Day Kev, mate go to the Doc's, I lost my brother boxing day 2022, saw him Christmas day he dropped dead the next day at the hospital carpark, he hadn't gone to a doctor for 10 years and it was a bitch to get his death certificate signed off, go to the doc's for your family. Have watched all your pod cast' and I'm looking forward to hearing more, some of my life has run parallel to yours but mine was in the Australian Army. Cheers mate.

[@michaelchurgin7027]

I don't know shit about long range shooting, I wish I did. Is that mrad better than the M200 intervention in 408 chey tac? Just curious.

[@Metalsaber]

Were there Reqs you put out where multiple companies met those reqs? What was the process for awarding the single winner of a contract in those cases?

[@kevinowens9636]

Testing based on the specifications

[@GP-yn4pq]

Kevin, in your old job did you have any input on the selection of the m17/18, xm5(xm7), or the 6.8 ammo? Just curious on your opinions on these new programs.

[@kevinowens9636]

They are Army programs, that’s a whole podcast in itself, so no I didn’t

[@ExtremeUnction1988]

@@kevinowens9636 even if you weren’t involved in development, it would be super interesting to hear your thoughts on those programs!

[@victorcabeleira7273]

I’m looking for a budget 308 hunting rifle. Any suggestions?

[@davidb9323]

How is the bolt action holding its own in warfare today? Are we still reaching out to 1500m with .338 for precision ? UKR seems to be trenches and IDF or Armored vehicles.

[@ordulf7193]

The Barrett MRAD he talks about is bolt-action

[@kevinowens9636]

Bolt guns still fire big bullets better than gas guns, big heavy bolt guns are for engaging at distance from a static position, a 1500m shot with a trained sniper is very achievable these days, the goal is always to provide overmatch against enemy snipers

[@wdtriplett]

What rangefinder are you referencing?

[@michaelmulligan0]

Do you not need an annual medical?

[@Belbivdevoe]

I want hear the gear ep

[@tech6263]

First!

[@mortaljorgeguy]

Is 300 prc replacing 300 Norma?

[@nomad_philosophy]

No. Some parts of the navy are running 300 PRCs ( i think) with carbon barrels but most will stay with 300 Norma. Honestly have no idea why they wanted 300 PRC instead

[@kevinowens9636]

You are correct

[@beardly0121]

I know you know a lot about optics and have probably tried every optic worth a damn on the market. I have a BCM 14.5" with an "enhanced light weight" barrel. I want to keep the setup lightweight but I'd like to gain some magnification. Are there any 1-6 or 1-8x lpvo's worth a damn that aren't ridiculously expensive or should I just go with something like an ACOG+RMR? Is the Vortex Viper 1-6pst Gen 2 any good? I'd really prefer to have variable magnification if at all possible but lpvo's are so expensive.

[@MikeHunt-rw4gf]

algorithm

[@michaelmulligan0]

Grif ?

[@hugmc]

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