Former NFL Player Died For His Country & the Govt. Tried to Cover-up His Death: Pat Tillman Story

[@jenniferrosee3573]

Ian is such an incredible addition to the mile higher family. I always enjoy hearing his opinions. He is a perfect match. Keep up the great work! ❤

[@andreat9435]

agree! loved him on the sesh also

[@mellzy0887]

i agree 🙂

[@tannafofanna]

I really love the way his brother stuck to the truth of how pat was. That was so brave of him too. They raised some amazingly brave boys.

[@naicee2978]

Where do people think they’re going, If they’re not going to heaven. I’m completely confused about all of this and actually a little saddened by the remarks.

[@cassidypedersen9263]

​​@naicee2978 😂 Please look into other religions and spiritual beliefs. Use your power of deduction, and you will see there are so many answers to your question. "Heaven" isn't just one thing.

[@lauranjo]

@@naicee2978going nowhere, in the ground, that’s the whole point.

[@MsMindself666]

​@naicee2978 a lot of ppl do not believe in heaven. There are ppl that believe we don't have souls that continue on. There are ppl that believe our energy continues on but not in the form of a soul and stays here on earth. And a lot of ppl believe we only have this one life and we truly die and our bodies just go into the ground and there is no afterlife. It's OK not to understand others beliefs. Respecting them is the important thing. People need to focus on living a good life that they can be proud of and if heaven is the afterlife, they should go there regardless of beliefs as long as they were a good human being.

[@aziyahsbored9610]

@@naicee2978😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@nxnxnx800]

Sat with him in my Economics and Finance classes ar ASU, he was the NICEST and most genuine person you'd ever want to interact with.

[@MileHigher]

Wow that’s incredible! How cool to have met him

[@Jade-jj5or]

Hi, can you please make a video on the Noah Presgrove case? It's very suspicious how he died and there may have been a cover up by law enforcement and law enforcement tried to sweep it under the rug until the case went viral

[@raek1963]

​@@MileHigher7eg😢😢6

[@Luluisraging.86]

He’s one person I really wanted to meet! I believe Pat was a wonderful person and such a great role model, even for kids today, even though he’s no longer with us! (Oh yeah! Don’t climb out the Driver Window kids!). Probably the dumbest thing he EVER DID!

[@AnuradhaKarmakar]

Also, I'm glad that you guys mentioned about the huge nunber of civilian deaths, particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan. Could you imagine if this is how they treated their own soldier, what they have done with innocent civilians there? The soldier who died alongside Pat didn't even get a passing reference or acknowledgement from the government. His family was destroyed, too.

[@yamomsass1263]

Well when the bad guys blend in with regular people and recruit women and children casualties will happen it's call war

[@SmartStart24]

💯!!! You said it all!

[@scottcharney1091]

I thought about that too! What was the Afghan man's name? Do his family and friends know that it was friendly fire?

[@Luluisraging.86]

YES! Friendly Fire!! I remember! Good Grief!

[@taylorparis7228]

"Money wasn't a motivator for Pat" It's important to keep in mind that he also grew up with money to begin with. So it makes sense money won't move him very much as no matter what...his family always had it. Through it all Pat stayed humble, and very progressive for the time/ his young age. Speaks to his character and upbringing I must say❤️👏 RIP.

[@AlexCourson1]

This was my cousin on my mom’s side… he passed away 3 months before I was born 😢 Thank you so much for covering his story!! We have been able to finally meet his mother & uncle a few years ago!!

[@TrueCrime.and.DeathMetal]

Shout out to Ian 🎉 He is such a great fit for this podcast. Every week I am so impressed with his dialogue within the group, and knowledge of the cases/stories. Keep up the great work!

[@wilson120185]

A guy who came by my work and saw I had 3 sons told me please never let them join the service. He told me he lost both of his sons in Iraq and that the whole war wasn't what we were told it was. It's really hard to know your own government is killing your people for their own personal greed. It is no longer about our freedoms it is all about their agenda.

[@prestonstiles3596]

Yep spent 20+ yrs believing 911. Makes you wonder why we were there .

[@patc1871]

From a Marine Corps. Vet of 10 years 1 year in the middle east...now an attorney in AZ And a huge NFL fan...thank you so much for covering this.ive run his annual race for years He continues to inspire me to be a better person. What a true warrior.❤

[@jumpingfox1021]

Thank you for your service!

[@Luluisraging.86]

❤️ 💯 AGREE!!!👍

[@emmastanley4772]

The most upsetting thing about this to me is how his name is STILL used by the military and politicians to try to get people to enlist!!! So disingenuous! I live in Arizona and I grew up hearing a very different (and in hindsight very wrong) story about him

[@michaelaporee260]

Same! It is wild! Still using him as propganda to kids as young as 6 (at least when j was in school) but also having served, not surprised at all

[@aleksandralempart8305]

Spill

[@brittanyb638]

Silence makes you think… nope none of that for me. Same Kendall same! 😂

[@LilacBadger]

so relatable lmao

[@laurenvcouto]

Same 🥲

[@ryanrivera5189]

So relatable!! I also have adhd and we CANNOT exist in silence lol

[@LilacBadger]

@@ryanrivera5189 SAME

[@stacin821]

This whole story is so sad but hearing that they burned his journals is heartbreaking for his family.

[@a.h.1980]

I hadn’t heard of this story till now. And I am speechless and heartbroken. Really brought me to tears. He was a beautiful person through and through

[@scout72430]

22:11 Can I just say props to his dad for putting his foot down and making it clear that Pat would have to face any consequences that came his way. I think as a parent that must be incredibly hard to do, but so important to make it clear to your child that certain behaviors will not be tolerated.

[@suzysuze6797]

Agree what his kid did was absolutely not ok. He ruined the other guys life. I'm sorry he should not be placed on a pedestal for that violence

[@TrewCrimeTime]

“I’m sure many of you have heard of Third Eye Blind, but have you heard of 3 Day Blinds?” 💀 Killed me! 😂

[@allisonspedding7099]

Hats off to the editors of this week’s episode 🤣 Josh talking inside of a mini tv and the sassy text overlay during the Jason Kelce bit has me in TEARS

[@mts6107]

Oh wow I just got accepted into ASU. And I’m a veteran, I got a letter from the Pat Tillman veterans center in the mail today and my husband was JUST 5 minutes ago telling me who he was, and I log into YT and see this, so weird.

[@meghanhumphrey420]

Congratulations on your acceptance and thank you for your service ❤️

[@candipauline]

Super strange. 😮 😊

[@scottcharney1091]

@@candipauline Confirmation bias. People say "I was just thinking about [insert name here], and then he/she called me!" How about all the times when people call you and you weren't thinking about them?

[@LionHeartedJae]

Utilize the center. I just graduated from ASU (I'm active duty still) and they are such an incredible resource! And congratulations on your acceptance! ❤

[@jacknrachy]

Thank you for shining a light on this. I was deployed soon after this and it was a blow to morale for sure. From 2 Veterans who have been listening to you guys from the start, thank you ❤

[@MileHigher]

Thank you for your service!

[@caitdoesyoutube]

What Kendall said is absolutely true. Pat Tillman was a whole level above the rest. What a huge loss to our country and to the world. ❤️

[@AnuradhaKarmakar]

I'm from India and I recently got to know about Pat Tillman because of the Harry controversy at the ESPY Awards. Its nice to know about the man behind the award, and it makes me feel that Harry definitely did not deserve the Pat Tillman honour and he should have refused the award when Pat's mother spoke up against it.

[@kaylakanvas]

Is this considered a war crime? Because this is completely messed up.. I personally think charges should have been filed.

[@kimmiegirl810]

It's so frustrating that our leadership decides to do things that are so clearly against what our country is supposed to stand for. My heart goes out to Pat's family

[@vybes820]

The fact that his brother was there with him and had to hear about it..gut wrenching. I can only imagine all of the “what ifs” and survival guilt that went through his head. The fact that they tried NOT to tell his brother? And his poor mom, who never wanted them to go in the first place. Truly heartbroken for his family what an unfortunate failure on the governments part

[@shelbywest6389]

i lost my dad from an IED in Iraq so i appreciate this episode ❤

[@mrsspawn1532]

Ive been watching your channel for around 4 years now, and i have to say you both look so well and healthy at the moment. You both look great!

[@sewgeekdesigns9113]

She has the best make up and settings on her channel ❤

[@angelicaotero3298]

I was thinking the same! This people are aging beautifully ❤

[@georgiawin97]

Just clicked, haven't even started watching yet and I'm looking at the title going "wooaaahhh." I'm so ready for this!!

[@MileHigher]

It's a crazy story!

[@AbbyVincent-y7s]

no better than WORM DIRT?? Wow. That’s a really nice Christian statement isn’t it?

[@RingYourDoorbell]

I'm the SAME WAY with silence. Can't do it. And we are MASSIVE Bluey fans in this house! 😂

[@squigellie]

Harry served and he was the creator of the invictus games which is for disabled veterans. I don't necessarily agree with the choice of him to get the award but he does have a strong link to the forces and sport.

[@lorawhitfield6995]

The Pat Tillman Run was the first 5k I ever participated in. After that me and some friends/family would run in it every year until I moved away from Arizona.

[@airyowo]

“It could be a good thing to think” “Nope, none of that for me” 🤣🤣🤣 same Kendall, same lmao

[@belindarocky961]

Relatable. I have anxiety so thinking is scary 🫠🫠

[@k4nia12]

I didn’t realize how close to home this would hit. My dad did 20 years in the Air Force. Fort Lewis (now JBLM Joint Base Lewis-McChord) was our home for a long time! My dad did multiple tours during the Iraqi war during Obamas time in office. Obama was sworn in and not a full 10 minutes later my dad got his assignment as they started work towards ending it. He was in Afghanistan and Baghdad during my childhood. He was the same way, it changed his life. The things he saw he quickly realized that “this is a job” this is no longer “Doing the right thing” He struggled with this a lot over there and it still follows him today.

[@Gilmorerh331]

The third eye blind - three day blinds transition was fantastic 😂

[@audibjornsson6107]

His Momma has been fighting for the truth for so long. Bless her heart I hope she can find a way to healing. I couldn't imagine and my son just joined the military and I'm so scared.

[@Ameliabadelia4]

Thank you for covering this story. The US military and government are always spinning to avoid accountability. It was my deployment to the Middle East that made me realize more than I thought I ever would, resulting in me happily getting out when my second enlistment ended shortly after returning home. Pat Tillman was 100% correct on all of this and he will not be forgotten- we won't let him be.

[@cindyjohnson2300]

I didnt know all of this. Why does the US goverment work aginst its people! Thank you Tillman family.

[@whitneyhall2443]

Im so sad and heartbroken such a good soul is gone but with that said I'm so thankful for the coverage. What an incredible person and I'm thankful i get to see just a small part of that soul. Thank you for sharing!

[@makaylamilitello5714]

i wait alllll weeeek longgggg for this podcast, kendall’s main channel videos and lights out. i’m obsessed 😂❤

[@ericamart8235]

Me too. I'll download old episodes on Spotify just so I can have some entertainment at work

[@sydneyrigsby462]

My wife was literally just telling me about this story while we were running errands at Target earlier today! We live in Arizona and someone that was shopping was wearing his jersey!

[@kittybonez]

Not sure where in Arizona you live but if you know the city of Surprise, I believe there is a road named after him! Pat Tillman Blvd!

[@peytonkatherine9419]

This story makes me cry. I feel so sorry for Pat and his loved ones. What an absolute theft of life. I hate it here

[@tarawatts7818]

Never heard this story and didn’t think I would be interested but omg was I wrong! Wow wow thank you for enlightening me ❤

[@sharonmartin7189]

There was an online petition against Harry receiving the award and it had 75K signatures.

[@lanagrahamntx]

2 of my daughters and 1 son heeded the call from George W and all joined the Army and went to Iraq. By the end of 1st tour they were very jaded about what was really going on there.

[@tiffanywood6039]

Suchs a sad story. I use to photograph the pat Tillman run and it was nice to see all people come out to celebrate his life and unity

[@AlleyCatInks]

God, this case disgusts me. This poor man, and his poor family. The corruption has always been there, hasn’t it? Woo, I am MAD! Thank you for covering his case and bringing awareness to all that has happened and what I’m sure is still going on :(

[@CABcaitlin]

Atheist here who specialises in religious history! I get a lot of confused people attending my seminars 😅

[@kwag6456]

Look into LaVena Johnson! very similar in terms of potential govt cover up- super upsetting case

[@jenbunny1984]

This is another sad story! I feel so bad for her family. 😔😞

[@kerrapeebles9674]

im just got out of the army and have shocking stuff about the way i treated and how i am now

[@cagsys]

Thank you for your service and all you went through to fight for our country and its freedom. I know that doesn't even come close to helping with the baggage you've been forced to carry, but you are appreciated, important and loved!

[@courtneybrowning1357]

So early. Thankyou all for your continuous hard work x

[@MileHigher]

Thank you for your support!

[@The_Ripple_Podcast]

One of the BEST episodes I've seen. Great Job!

[@sinisterintelligence3568]

This story was MASSIVE back when I was a young person back in the day.

[@GindyCindy]

You guys did an amazing job with this story. Thank you for your time and dedication to this content

[@mckensieshiner6945]

This story always makes me so emotional. Was so glad you guys covered it so I could listen again. What a true hero… can’t get over his brother standing up for him at his service, as well. RIP Pat ❤

[@kelsiegerig5353]

I love your podcast! Could you guys talk about the found identity of the Somerton man? And the details they found on his life? It is such a fascinating case. But it still leaves you with so many questions. I’d be an interesting one! Love watching your videos ✨

[@Manniemo49]

The guy saying they were receiving small weapons fire, ummm they were going up a rocky mountain road. Did they ever consider rocks were being kicked back ? Does not make sense. AT ALL! RIP Pat Tillman.

[@andreeadobre3190]

Can totally relate to Kendall's 24/7 tv upbringing, also grew up in a noisy big city area near our main emergency hospital and could hear the subway from under our floors. Silence really freaks me out. Here I am listening to this podcast while working 🥲

[@cynnamonwelbig8739]

35 weeks pregnant and this is what I look forward to every week ❤❤❤ only thing getting me through some weeks 😅

[@missunlovablee]

Awe I wish you the best of luck on your delivery you got this 🥹🥰🙏🏻

[@MileHigher]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@diajael8752]

Aw I'm 34 weeks and 4 days and same 😂❤

[@KimDrake-ns2tq]

When I saw that you were doing this story I thought ugh not this again...but as usual your team did an excellent job!! Thank you.

[@Geordiekenna]

Really enjoyed this video! Thank you so much for bringing his story and as much truth as you can to our attention. Wishing so much love and healing for his family, may he rest in peace❤

[@Mariam-nn8wq]

I loved this episode, although I do love all of your episodes! I’m Iraqi American and honestly I got very emotional during this episode, my people suffered so much. And I know the American troops that were in Iraq suffered as well. They knew the invasion of Iraq was unfair, but had no choice but to follow orders. All due to the greed and cruelness of the people that control us. Contrary to popular belief amongst some people, the people of Iraq are so kind and so generous they are such hospitable people that just want peace. Anyway may Pat rest in peace 🙏

[@jennifergiles9142]

The last 8 years the USS Washington that I, myself, have seen is nothing but cover ups and the greatest pcs was moving AWAY This is so heartbreaking

[@KaylaHunt-sd5ld]

Honestly I can’t find the right words to describe how heartbreaking this case is. The way pat was treated after he died protecting our country is disturbing.

[@alexisbrown6131]

I’ve never related to something more than when Kendal said she cannot be in silence !!

[@aSoldiersGirlieGirl]

This!!! I can’t sleep without the tv playing. If it goes into sleep mode in the middle of the night, it wakes me up.

[@christabelle__]

This is really an inexcusable incident - even if you thought it was taliban, they should have proper information and not just start shooting out of fear... that's not something well-trained Rangers do. What if that guy helping them HAD been a Taliban? What if Pat had been a hostage? What if they killed a hostage? This whole thing is bs. No one should have reacted out of fear and started blind firing. This was an avoidable accident.

[@Steveve4123]

Thank you guys so much for covering this story! I really enjoyed hearing more about Pat’s family and life. I am an Arizona native, 3 time ASU alum and employee at one point and his legacy is a huge part of our culture at the university.

[@jenniferstrole3601]

I'm glad y'all are back

[@PoorMansAlmanacNews]

Solid of you guys to give your time for your country. What kind of law firm work did you decide to specialize in? Happy to refer ithers your way.

[@lilowel2813]

It's not that unusual for them to cut the clothes off, even tho he was shot in the head they have to check to see if he was shot anywhere else. It's likely that even tho he was clearly dead they were still attempting to take life saving measures because that's what they're trained to do.

[@freestylestuntkayak]

Pat was straight up murdered through three headshots from 3 meters away in broad daylight in an organized hit. This was to keep him from being able to meet Noam Chomsky and speaking out about how the war in Iraq was purely for oil, and that the real country behind the 9/11 attack was Saudi Arabia.. but they couldn't target them because they're an ally in the region.

[@lillycurlyandmom]

Thank you for covering this ❣️ Y'alI did a stellar job of covering Pat's story. I love Pat's brother, Kevin ‼️ He isn't going to put up with the bullshit ‼️ Their parents raised great children.❤️

[@andralima4287]

It wasnt only rangers. Everyone was in the Middle East for 15 months plus. We had soldiers who contracts expired and was force to extend while downrange.

[@RobBones]

Thank you for relacing the salt lamp and placing it perfectly. I appreciate you all ❤

[@bucketree]

That’s so cool, I cant stand stuff above tv or computers or anywhere in my site line of a screen, I feel your pain.😂😂

[@shelby2117]

The fact that all of this is fairly common knowledge and so many people still buy the us-backed narrative on Israel is wild.

[@loveli420]

Hi Kendall and Josh!! Love y'all so much, been a fan since 2019! ❤

[@Golden_Mercedes]

that’s when i started tuning in to their videos too!!

[@rumindiax]

Kendall you are glowing! Instantly noticed when I started watching the video.. keep up the hard work guys. Love from the UK x

[@blizter919]

And the tears return. This story is so painful for so many reasons. You always want good to prevail and that family and our country were done so dirty. A loss on so many fronts where trust may never be given again in our lifetime.

[@LionHeartedJae]

I'm ASU Alumni and the things the Pat Tillman Veterans' Center does in his name for active duty and veteran students is amazing. He definitely left a legacy, the Patron Saint of AZ.

[@zarouliaall5390]

This whole story is heartbreaking and infuriating, but when you guys said they burned his journals and clothing, especially after his brother specifically requested them, is completely outrageous. Pure evil.

[@murphan25]

I never really understood this tragedy until now. Thank you so much for bringing awareness.

[@ValthatBish]

Pat was from my area it's so sad what happened to him idk if I can listen to this story again it's so heartbreaking.

[@louisefinch3311]

Love this podcast so much, I now watch eps as they come out, thanks so much guys!! Just a quick note, if someone hasn't mentioned it already, the IG handles for when you introduce Ian and Janelle in the beginning of the ep - they're both for Janelle. Noticed it on previous eps as well. Anyway, love the show, big fan!!!!

[@NoxCattus]

Josh with his AR from elementary school flex was adorable 😂

[@Sandra-ju1dx]

Air Force Veteran & ASU Alumni, thank you ❤

[@jeniecem1]

I am glad you covered this. Living in Phoenix / Arizona Pat Tillman is respected by a lot of people here and a symbol of self sacrifice

[@joby3965]

The Seals are to the Navy what the Rangers are to the Army. The Marines are their own branch of the military. 32:19

[@Angela-si6rj]

More coverups to look into: Boeing. The government will never allow for them to fail.

[@rltw659]

I’m from Pat’s hometown and his neighborhood has one of the most beautiful memorials I’ve ever seen. I highly encourage people to check it out, his neighborhood has the nicest people.

[@ChastenLoveland]

How far away were the shells? Where they 10 yards away or 50 yards away. What does memory have to do with it. What is the right protocol and why wasn't it followed.

[@survivalsilk2101]

thank you for sharing this, it's so sad what the MIC has done to many veterans

[@THicks-p6c]

Thank you so much for another episode!! It makes my time in the hospital more interesting 😄

[@swiftvixxen]

War is the worst thing

[@uh5jg]

Exactly just hear of him so I’m so happy you’re doing a video on this gorgeous human.

[@lynthorn1327]

Silence makes me think and get anxious. I fully understand that.

[@rianagarivay4247]

My boyfriend lost his best friend due to negligence in the US Army. Not by friendly fire but by them neglecting his mental health to meet quotas and have a body in combat. The US military is a clusterfuck and extremely corrupt. Its extremely sad to hear about Pat and I feel so extremely sad for his family knowing it couldve been prevented or even getting some closure with the Army just being HONEST.

[@corrinschneider4549]

Thank you for covering this story. I went to asu and was born and raised in Arizona. My parents always did the pat tillman run every year but I never understood who? The first quote that you guys mention he wrote when he was 16 was remarkable, and I sat there an analyzed it for an hour. I have very similar if not the same beliefs as him and I was always questioned for it even though my parents have the same beliefs as him as well (I grew up near the largest Mormon temple). My brother is thinking about enlisting in army and I’m goi g to send him this so it hopefully changes his mind.

[@ElizabethButters1111]

A friend from high school went off to serve in the military and ended up being killed in a fox hole during training… I didn’t think anything of it at the time but as I got older I started to question how that happens and it happens so often. I know it’s different in comparison to this case but dear lord. These brave men and women are trying to serve our country to keep us safe, not get killed by other Americans that are in the military.

[@saradawn9385]

Appreciate you guys rightfully raging at this case!

[@hardysqueen1]

As an AZ native born and raised I went through school learning that he died a hero.... IMO anyone who is serving in the military with good intentions is a hero. I was gonna comment with the statue info but I knew y'all would mention it but I used to work at Westgate which is literally in the same parking lot and I would pass by it everyday and salute him but I didn't know his back story but now I feel more connected with him and his family because my 2 cousins enlisted after 9/11 and they were sent to Afghanistan out of Basic training and a Humvee in front of theirs were destroyed on their way home. Thank goodness they survived and the emotions my family went through through all of that, I can't imagine what his family went through and his family are just so amazing and strong with keeping his wishes, they're all amazing human beings

[@breannaphillips270]

20:52 Highly recommend the book "where men win glory" fantastic book on Pat!

[@AlexLostInWonderland]

Full credit to his dad and his brother for flat out saying ‘fuck you guys’ to the US Gov. and Military. The US military industrial complex is beyond fucked.