18F Special Forces Intelligence SGT | Former Green Beret

[@FNGACADEMY]

Please consider donating to the Green Beret Foundation! would love to hit 10K this year!

[@chrisv.6279]

Whats the name of the song at the end of your videos?

[@faith4916]

♥

[@faith4916]

🦊

[@barbarabeller8676]

Already did

[@things2watch922]

Your my father figure ngl

[@ShadowCompanyPMC]

Hey Buck, try posting a community poll alongside each video you release on KZbin, this absolutely smashes the YT algorithm and should dramatically increase your viewership.

[@FNGACADEMY]

ill look into that thank you!

[@SFCBEITZ]

I just did that on my channel for the first time and it made a dramatic difference!

[@rasp9385]

@@FNGACADEMY and also buck ask BRC to join them i and friends already blew up their channel and insta now its ur turn making a video asking to join BRC and in no time you'll be a part of the legends

[@SafetyBriefer]

Former MI officer here. Pro tip as anyone wanting an 18F (or any 18 series) MOS. You will need a Top Secret clearance and the number one reason why soldiers are denied/lose a clearance is because of debt. Don't go neck deep in the red buying that brand new truck after basic. Don't marry anyone with a mountain of debt. CCF looks at your credit report and sees too many collections? Done. So be as debt free as you can and don't fall behind on any payments.

[@flagshipathletics8323]

Shit 😂 thanks sir.

[@Demonte202]

What about school debt $4000 worth

[@SafetyBriefer]

@@Demonte202 So long as you're current on all your payments.

[@droman608]

Why would a credit score be a requirement? Some people are responsible at work and in their own time a mess. #elaborateifpossibleplease

[@flagshipathletics8323]

@@droman608 because working in intelligence is not like any other job. Information is currency and leverage and if you have debt that can be exploited by a foreign entity then it puts national secrets at risk. The intelligence community does not provide a lot of work-life balance, home and work are not incredibly separate.

[@m.k.7199]

When I was an 18F (back in the 1980's & 1990's) we were also responsible for intelligence collection and analysis, Field interrogations, PW and Guerrilla processing, propaganda coordination and dissemination, and a whole lot more. Can't see that it has change, other than the use of computers to look at real time information. It was a great MOS to have. I later moved on to 180A.

[@FeWolf]

I was 97B Counter Intel Special Agent and loved it, many missions with all special ops in all branches of service. Secret Squirrels

[@Mikeplaysdbd]

What was it like?

[@terryday9649]

it is 35L now and I just went through the course. I fell in love with it.

[@FeWolf]

@@terryday9649 a friend of mine is still in, was alittle different in my day, you had to be e4 and 2 yrs in service, welcome to the Brotherhood!

[@jasonbrown5014]

What do they do?

[@masterchief167]

Love these MOS series!!!!!

[@imnotsmart99]

I briefed SF Intel guys once. Very sharp, very smart. I still have the grill marks on my a$$ after they were done with me.

[@grimmseti]

I imagine they do...

[@chrismassaro8362]

Just signed my 18x contract after 6 months of waiting for it specifically! Your channel has already helped in both things to avoid and things to add to my training. Thanks for all the insight and great videos. I can’t wait to be the fukkn new guy!

[@deejay1534]

Are you still in the Q course

[@pineappleman6331]

Let us know if you pas

[@jcole8008]

How'd selection go?

[@ronalddavidleindecker3358]

"I think that's how it works...I don't fuckin' know!" lol Spoken like a true 18B...from an 18B myself. 10thSFGA Godspeed Buck.

[@cbboiii1100]

I know two guys that were in 10th. Why does it seem like 10th is so popular? Thanks to you and Buck for both being badasses

[@ronalddavidleindecker3358]

@@cbboiii1100 Thanks for your comment. 10thSFGA has a rich history. It was the first commissioned SF group. Came from the Devil's Brigade of WW2 fame. I served in Beirut with the 10th as did my (biological) brother. First brothers to make SF together. Same Group, Same Bn., Same ODA. Not sure but don't think that has ever been duplicated. Godspeed my friend.

[@Jason32Bourne]

@@ronalddavidleindecker3358 How would one put themselves in position to have a better chance of getting into 10th SF group? The 10th is the one unit I am very interested in due to, from my knowledge and understanding, having stationing and priority in Europe. Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

[@ronalddavidleindecker3358]

@@Jason32Bourne That's something you would need to speak to an Army recruiter about. Preferably an SF recruiter. My brother and I went in with 10thSFGA contracts. Just so happened that's all that was available at the time I visited my recruiter. I really wanted 7th Group as I was a Spanish speaker. All that means is if you pass everything and stay healthy from Basic, AIT, Airborne..you'll end up at Bragg to start your long SF journey. I suggest you review Buck's previous videos. He does a great job explaining the best routes for earning your green beret. Good luck and NEVER quit.

[@Jason32Bourne]

@@ronalddavidleindecker3358 Thank you very much and positive vibes.

[@venomsnake64]

AYO! THANK YOU SO MUCH BUCK, I just got the time to watch this, thank you so much!

[@h3ct0rhill]

Ive been following you from the very beginning, and damn, you deserve this! Army Strong!

[@Ronin-rz2ht]

18F gets you them 6 figures with the alphabet boys. Special forces S-2 lmao im glad youre crushing it buck i can't wait for the book

[@AstraStyx]

I’d love to see a video on SF Warrant Officers!

[@FNGACADEMY]

Will do

[@FNGACADEMY]

@34ID11Bravo no lol they are usually squared away lmao

[@treyburdick3908]

@34ID11Bravo SF warrants are the shit man! Former team dudes who know how shit is done and they have the pull of an officer. But most never go full stupid like some officers haha. One of the greatest warrants I knew was a team daddy and was picked up to be a SGM and he said fuck that, he wanted to stay on a detachment and get after it not sit at a desk and he eventually retired a few years ago off a detachment with around 30 years of service.

[@jimgood1949]

Do a video about the 180A - Special Forces Warrant Officers. How do NCOs become a warrant officer, and what do they do once they attain that designation.

[@sirg-had8821]

Does such a thing exist?

[@bubsloler5315]

Such a wholesome guy.

[@TheShopWeasel]

Hey Buck love the vids, I'm currently in SOPC and this video hit home for me because I was a prior 35F and was curious about the 18F's role.

[@ryanstanek6021]

Hey man I threw your name in for consideration to give a speech at the street cop training event in the fall with your military/law enforcement background. Hope that’s okay. Love your videos and info. I’m currently ETS in June as a cav scout

[@flagshipathletics8323]

Awesome info. Thanks for these videos!

[@infantry11bang43]

I loved your episode with Andy, and I really appreciate you sharing your story.

[@FNGACADEMY]

thanks man!

[@mvpjordan7584]

make a video on officers in SF and how they work during selection etc, getting a job after you get out etc etc

[@YR5K]

First and love you bro keep up the good work

[@michaelvega3669]

Delete your comment for me to be 1st punk

[@FNGACADEMY]

lol

[@YR5K]

@@michaelvega3669 try me bro 😂

[@michaelvega3669]

@@YR5K don’t make me show you my boot marine corps fighting skills 🤣 Marine Corps Hammer First of death 🤣 heeeeya!

[@michaelvega3669]

I’ll be first next video 🤣

[@fortunadozukushi932]

Hey Buck, in a pervious video you talked about housing and such. Obviously it was from the perspective of a married guy so my question is: what are the different housing situations for guys in SF? Do single guys often rent an apartment together or is there like a barracks, etc? What can a single, unattached FNG expect when showing up on base?

[@braydenkenney3313]

I'm not SF, I was an 11B but E6 and above get BAH. Now graduation from Q course is automatic E6 so you could do on post or off post housing I'm fairly sure. I'd like to hear from a GB and see what they actually do though as well.

[@matthewhodges460]

I just lost a 68 whiskey for the Reg. Because my recruiter didn’t put my arrest for weed in correctly seeing if it would pop up at MEPS, talking to his 1stsgt he said it would definitely pop up since I was fingerprinted etc. Pretty bummed out since it was exactly what I wanted plus the combat medic. Got to MEPS and he didn’t put my date in right and they didn’t have me in, I was supposed to get there the 8/9 but he said show up 10/11. So they didn’t have me in the system and now I gotta wait till next week to really begin this journey. Not deterred in the slightest but kinda annoyed, just another couple steps to the ultimate goal though. Your videos are really informative and good quality, keep it up Buck. I’ll Thank you from all your viewers on my behalf. Keep hammering brother!

[@FNGACADEMY]

keep at it bro and thank you! nothing worth having comes easy

[@frankkoja6263]

Another great video. Keep them coming man. Your videos and others like you made me want to challenge myself even more. I appreciate it man.

[@carsongrover9924]

I just want to point out your awesome sense of humor

[@insert-name-here3350]

Going for my country's equivalent of 18F! Just started the application process. Thanks for the sweet video

[@FNGACADEMY]

Your welcome 👊

[@archiecentrele5783]

Hey man I Got to ask - I Consider Myself a Hacker(Pentester) Self Taught. - Is it legal to implement This Skill - while Working as a SF.

[@masterchief167]

Can you do one on hand to hand combat training in SF and if you or the other guys ever used it in the real world? What works and what doesn’t?

[@FNGACADEMY]

hand to hand is typically up to the individual, we have a lot of combatives courses but they are generally not going to help if not continued by the individual on a regular basis.

[@AgiDaKinG]

I wish there were more information like this on Rangers

[@rolandosantiago8045]

What I really wanna do is get into commo (18E) then slip into the 18F position later on. I’m already an intel guy who’s used to collecting and writing up reports. Sounds like an awesome job in the SF.

[@alexpowell1990]

Heard you on Cleared Hot man. Solid shit keep it comin.

[@JayDubb3BCT]

Hey Sean, I gotta question? Are sof allowed their own Plate carriers? I want to send a javlin pc to my son. I don't want to ask him because I want to surprise him. Lol

[@djamondaxuzm4712]

@Jay Dubb Asking the real questions, big respect

[@JesusChrist2000BC]

Nobody cares what plate carrier you wear in SOF. That is some 82nd big Army bull sht.

[@JayDubb3BCT]

@@JesusChrist2000BC it's just something to show my support for him and it's all I could think of, and can't get cool toys since we're from cali. Thanks for the input

[@FNGACADEMY]

yes they can!

[@JayDubb3BCT]

@@FNGACADEMY thanks for the reply brother! 🤘🏼🙏🏼

[@rollerco]

18F is an Assistant Operations and Intelligence Sergeant.

[@williamstrickland4208]

Thanks?

[@nicholaspapoulias9280]

Love your honest assessment about 18F, Thank you!

[@pstone6192]

It’s also about developing assets, establishing networks, recruiting indig who can provide the valuable intel. Back in my day, you had to go to O&I school as a stepping stone to becoming a Team SGT. It was required!

[@camerynk1790]

Love your videos! Thank you for all you do!

[@FNGACADEMY]

Thank you!

[@sanderlin4452]

Fascinating! I did not know that’s dude, late, out.

[@ישעיהובן-תורה]

"We'll make the BANG BANGS and go to PEW PEWS"

[@crudeworks]

Thanks for the vid, dude! Got a slightly odd question- do "regular" units get attached to Special Forces? Such as 12N who do route clearance? And if so is it possible to volunteer for such a unit?

[@JCantor23]

Can you do a video about active duty getting a SFAS slot? I know you talked about this in an earlier video about getting a 18x contract. I’d like to go in as a 19d then after a tour or a year I’d like to try for SF. P.S. great content, love the channel

[@masonpeace8824]

3 hours and that 500 like goal is crushed. Gonna have to raise that to 1k!

[@logantidwell7698]

I'm excited for these in depth MOS videos. I know that I want to be a green beret, but I'm not sure which specialization I want to go for

[@kylegibson5210]

Make a video about how you Guys employ regular army soldiers when they attach to you. When I was 2nd Batt we got attached to 5th group a lot. Some teams were cool... some teams not so much.

[@devildeathhell547]

Can i do multiple speciality's like a handler and sniper

[@FNGACADEMY]

yes

[@liam606]

...why?

[@brileybrooks9657]

@@liam606 why not?

[@BTL0523]

@@liam606 because that'd be badass?

[@jacobkilman8444]

From what I’ve seen working with an ODA overseas, they’re not limited to the duties of their MOS, I’ve seen every MOS use a sniper rifle, we had a dog handler who reclassed from a 18D, and there was an 18E who in addition to being a big dick swinging fucking master of all things sniper, SDM, and Sharpshooter had a secondary mos that qualified him as a SOT-A which are basically the guys who listen to radio chatter to gather intel

[@Culperrr]

Start asking for 1k likes. Aim higher brother. You deserve it.

[@FNGACADEMY]

thanks bro

[@nickscott7499]

I’d really like to see a vid on 18a. I want to go the officer route and also go green berets

[@danielthane6557]

There was a specialty called CIF. They had training program with a long initail like SAFRTIC or something. Is that training still available? Is it still used?

[@Joe-ok8ql]

No. CIF was disbanded.

[@CowboysCreed]

Sounds awesome but I’d rather stick to being a 35F guy at Group support, or maybe a 35F at the 75th. I’m not operator enough to go full snake eater lol!

[@SFCBEITZ]

Solid video battle!

[@matt15gg]

Could you make a video on SF in the Guard? Deployments, team time, drill, etc. Enjoyed your feature on cleared hot btw

[@johnnycatR58]

Grrat video brother. Keep up the good work.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Thanks bro!

[@benarthur1492]

Don’t forget them SOT-A’s lol

[@tokyomonsoon8432]

Yess this would be gold considering theres almost zero info on them

[@packzilla]

@@tokyomonsoon8432 there’s a reason for that lol. A lot of it is TS//SI because of SIGINT

[@scryptryder6471]

"Hey nerds, we need you to operate the box."

[@benarthur1492]

@@scryptryder6471 *walks up to a door, cracks a chem light and leaves it there* “I’ll be in the truck let me know when you fuckers are done”

[@dallasyap3064]

Yes those guys that go behind enemy lines to gather intelligence, more towards signal intelligence, about enemy forces for the Green Berets.

[@andrewcastillo5003]

I was a 35n and in ait sf came to recruit us gave a presentation so being a 35 series helps for that career path

[@Alfeco-dm7uk]

Scope of the 14 weeks Course. Conventional and Unconventional Intelligence collection, exploitation and processing; threat vulnerability assessments; analytical techniques and training; intelligence reports and reporting architecture; asymmetric target analysis; intelligence preparation of the environment (IPE); interagency operations, fingerprinting, photography, biometrics identification systems, digital intelligence systems, geospatial intelligence systems, and a course culmination targeting exercise (TAREX).

[@SemperFi-hu3kx]

As an 18F do you also do CI and/or HUMINT work as well or would you just rely on the support guys for that? Thanks man!

[@pstone6192]

Absolutely!

[@jayjameswashington]

Love your channel brother.

[@gaapsec4158]

BEST INTRO YET.

[@milescohall2438]

Are 18f part of the team when going on mission? Do they see the same combat as 18b for example? Great video

[@huskyaonecee7568]

Another excellent video, Rock on!

[@ignaspeciulis5586]

Man who taught you to be so cool.

[@oscarballard7911]

Something to be said for being the "First to know."

[@parascooter9539]

Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for the awesome content. Would you be able to make a video on the career opportunities for each SF MOS post Army? I.e. Doctor at a hospital for 18D, Gunsmith for 18B, etc.

[@moldyapple1237]

Kind of a random question but I would like to hear from someone in SF about war relics your allowed to take home from over seas?

[@timn6643]

^^^

[@user-xo2th7xo4w]

Normal people can’t, I’m not sure if the rules are different for them

[@jonathanwatson4859]

I'm so happy I found your channel I'm hooked right now can you do a video on army isa

[@bootLima]

Hey bro I had a question. Once I’m re-enlisted and complete all my training required. Do they do any additional backround checks? Or they just go based off your meps/military record? Guess what I’m asking is if they check your civilian record even if you have no signs of any health issues or anything of that sort? As long as you pass Meps should be fine correct?

[@michaelvega3669]

Dang I’ve always thought of that. Supposedly it’s just based off your MEPS investigation. They don’t check your civil just your military record I think? Anyone know the answer?

[@Xnihilo141]

Yep! That’s the mos for me.🤘

[@nodaklojack]

Just recently an 18F was accepted to flight school. Pretty sure he should make a good pilot.

[@luisarteaga6074]

I ain’t gunna lie the Personal Security Detail sounds dope💯 is it the same MOS as Military Police??

[@FNGACADEMY]

PSD is an assignment not a MOS, a lot of times 11B's do it etc.

[@luisarteaga6074]

@@FNGACADEMY thanks man👍🏽

[@nigromanteerrante4511]

What is the difference between 18A and the warrant officer???

[@pyeitme508]

Amazing

[@sebastiantalamantes8462]

Buck ..bro plz go over SUT during Q course

[@shawnfusselman9059]

Hi Buck. Can I get a waiver if I'm 47 years old. I'm 5'7" 150 lbs. Prior service army engineer Ft.Hood. I'm almost able to max p.t. test. Will they give me a shot ?

[@coltonbabb2705]

Hey Buck, I think a good content idea would be on character. How to just be yourself, not someone you think the instructors want you to be, and the possibilities of being peered out.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Dig it

[@danog129]

Can't wait for your book brotha. Question what happens if your 18x and you get med kicked or just didnt make it what happens

[@FNGACADEMY]

likely go 11B

[@danog129]

Hell yeah mad doing gods works keep it up your changing lives

[@CameronReverts]

I’m going into the Mississippi guard as a 68w. Want to go to SFAS after training but do you think I should get a deployment under my belt first?

[@libertylivesin1776]

If you want SF just go.

[@ShinobiHOG]

"Give me a grid, bro....." - Buck

[@Papa1Smurf1]

It’s so nice to take a break from divisive, spiteful and idiotic politics and just sit, with a cold beer, and listen to veterans chat. Good on you 💪🏼 I hope this doesn’t demean your service but this podcast is a fucking oasis for me

[@Freedivedude]

Awesome content your pumping out thank you sir. Would love to hear if you have any info on the support guys for National guard.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Sounds good bro

[@User-m1h5i]

Hey buck, current 37F here. I have an opportunity to reclass to a 35L at group. What exactly do they do, it’s hard to really get info on it. Is it more at a tactical level, operational, or strategic? Best regards.

[@jimgood1949]

35L people usually must start at tactical units, but typically move to strategic after a while. It’s a great MOS, and when you get out it is easy to get a really good civilian job with your experience as a 35L.

[@bigogre7186]

As someone that's already MOSQ'ed as a 35F, I wonder how the route would be to go 18F. Although I'd probably need an age waiver go to SFAS

[@jurassichoodini1650]

How can you make sure that you get 18B? I'm currently in AIT for 13B, (got 2wks left) but I'm wanting to reclass to a Ranger qualified MOS and then go SF later done the road

[@ricardorayg.9820]

This sounds fucking awesome

[@kennethsally2760]

This is the only video on the internet I have seen on 18F

[@SimplyMassimo.]

Dude cracks me up, a well deserved like if I do say so myself

[@Noble713]

Huh, 18F sounds like a cool job actually. Are there any DISADVANTAGES? Like, if I wanna be an 18E, can I not continue to go to comms-related schools if I switch to 18F?

[@kerrysullivan4058]

Hi buck I wanted to ask you a question I am over wait and my life long dream has be in army sf, what should I do.

[@JohnSmith-dh4mx]

Can you make a video on PTSD if you ever dealt with it after war?

[@kineticrootkit8024]

Awesome video 🇺🇸🤙🏻

[@FNGACADEMY]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@roguestudios2189]

U just answered my question on the 18Z

[@Naiuhz]

"I don't fucking know" Spoken like a true 18B. 😎

[@FNGACADEMY]

🤣👊

[@Thisisitboys]

Does the 18f run with the boys on ground or are they back at the company. Important job but boots on ground is what most people go sf for i feel like.

[@elchuzalongo4339]

Yeah I would hate to join SF just to not be boots on the ground

[@MrDavyjonesman]

They are right in it with the rest of the guys, the teams are small enough they can’t afford to leave guys behind. I once heard Kevin Owens say “in SF you’re a warfighter first, your MOS comes second”. 🤙

[@thanatoriousbum7473]

Recruiter told me intell school would make into james bond. YES, i fell for it.

[@Quayrock22]

18 series MOS??? I aint even 18 years old damnnn.

[@nodaklojack]

A possible route may be to become a 35F at entry and then apply for assessment later on. 😉

[@devildeathhell547]

Yes thank you i know can study this

[@LDP..]

hey buck ! could you give some explanation on how you guys gathered intel on site ( TSE within the team , WIT teams , ... ) love the channel

[@dwaynehagle7445]

Hey! Brother when are you gonna do my Blood line 18D? Former 91AP Combat medic,"Airborne"

[@djamondaxuzm4712]

How would you equate mission failure to a teammate's death? Does the mission usually "fail" if you guys put yourself into a situation where teammates die, or are there examples of mission failure that you have where no one was killed (or hurt), but the mission still failed.

[@FNGACADEMY]

not making it to the objective, not finding a target whether that be a person or intel etc.

[@snakeenjoyingacanofbeans5219]

I love the concept of specialized MOS’s within a team. It’s that sort of thing that makes a team good. What I don’t like is the word career. One is so authentic while the other just makes me think “cynicism.”

[@irish4680]

Another great video brother! Anyone got op’s on the song at the end? Best outro there could be 🏄‍♂️

[@DarkxCorvusx]

Buck can you talk about CBRN?

[@vrcmf3172]

This guy fucks😂 in all honestly thanks for the service Sir... badass stories! Make a movie...