Episode # 11 - Lead from the front

[@schwabit989]

You keep talking all you want! Your stories and information are very interesting. Thank you for your brave service to Ireland and the United States. God Bless. 🇺🇸 🇮🇪

[@toddglover2054]

Kevin, I heard you on Jack Carr's podcast and I am the guy who mentioned that you talked so much. That was kinda tongue in cheek, but it was funny to hear you talk about it here. Someone who can laugh at themselves is refreshing and amazing! While listening to this episode, my already high respect for you has really soared. Your experiences as a team leader, NCOIC, First Sergeant etc., where you put things in perspective and made proper changes are so correct and valuable. I served in the Army for 24 years myself and was medically retired as an E7. While listening , I thought, " I would have loved to serve alongside this man!" Hopefully we'll cross paths here in Utah someday and I can thank you in person for what you have done and what you continue to do for our country. Take care.

[@kevinowens9636]

Thank you Todd 👊

[@kevclaremcd]

'War is gray" is one of the best summations I have heard in a long time, then again life is gray if you think about it. It's amazing how effective the 'quiet' chat with students privately, has an effect. Fully agree with your views on medals. Great stuff as always Kevin.

[@colbydixon5136]

Thank you Mr. Owens for putting out this podcast. These types of stories of what combat is like and what good and bad leadership is like is what helps young troops like me develop my career.

[@NaterTaterOutdoors]

Always a pleasure to hear your stories Kevin. Can’t wait to hear the force mod part to your story.

[@MG_Monkey]

I never fell asleep during "fireguard" in the Infantry, but often my relief would never show up and I never knew who was supposed to relieve me because only the leadership knew who were asleep. So I'd end up being awake all night pulling security for no reason. 🤣 That story brought back a lot of sleepless memories.

[@mickgillen9809]

Old sandbag here, 21st Inf Batt then 11th Sigs. Came here from your chat with Jack Carr and have binge listened/watched all 11 podcasts so far. Great fun, love to hear the Dundalk/US accent mix as well. I worked as a civvie in USAEUR HQ, Heidelberg for years in the 80s/90s so am well used to hearing SOS-DD etc. Best from sunny Malta, got away from rainy Ireland years ago...

[@longshot7590]

Kevin - you have a LIFE STORY like no one else on KZbin and I listened to the Jack Carr podcast from beginning to end like i was watching a great new movie. Talk on, talk on and keep talking on about all you have seen, felt, been through and survived both on and off the battlefield. You are one in a million friend and the sum total life of your experiences prove it beyond a doubt.

[@michaelchurgin7027]

Just got thru all 11episodes, great stories , love listening while working 💪, now I need a vacation to get from VA to NC so I can start training with fieldcraft

[@BretWrightSTUFF]

Thank you for sharing!!! More people who are managers

[@thwbuchanan]

This is one of, if not my favorite channels to watch. A truly inspiring man. The Smaj academy was at Bliss when I was there in 88-90

[@wilshirewarrior2783]

Kevin is the real deal. I was sea duty navy for over 4 years. I was never shot at but I was in sleep deprivation for much of the time at sea. I only worked for 1 superior who could even shine Owen’s shoes when it comes to developing subordinates..the care factor. I observed the marines to have this positive factor among senior nco and Os.

[@Jarhead56]

I’m so glad that you are doing these podcasts!! I am a retired Marine Corps Officer and my motto was “Easy to be hard, hard to be smart”. I love your common sense approach and care for your soldiers. Wish I could have served with a guy like you!!! Had very good NCOs but in the 80s and 90s wasn’t like post 9/11. Keep crushing it Kevin!!

[@andrewfitzsimmons-evans405]

The army Sergeants Major Academy is at Fort Bliss Tx.

[@anthonyedwards9100]

As a fan of history, specifically military history, I'd love to hear a long form podcast with you and Dan Carlin.

[@coop8114]

I would have loved to served under senior enlisted leadership like yourself. Very refreshing and sadly also very rare

[@sabot1919]

Awesome as always. Looking forward to #12

[@dalehenry4694]

Kevin we luv you're stories, you are a soldier to the extreme thanks for your service 🇺🇸

[@kris0228]

Woooo got first dibs!😂 thanks for all the wisdom kevin!🙌🏻

[@tech6263]

Again, I regret not talking to you in person when I had the chance. Keep the content coming!

[@notownsavage2024]

This was another awesome one Kevin! Thank you for taking the time to share your wealth of knowledge and cool stories. We all just love it! Keep up the fire!🤩💥🔥😍

[@xyzstun360]

I already had a healthy amount of respect for you, but after watching this video it's now doubled. Great podcast man!

[@TheGock1231]

You are such an inspiration to me and I truly appreciate your time spent making these videos!

[@gregoryvela7549]

Thank you for these videos and the time you take to give out this info. It really helps shape us for the better. And really good story telling 🤘

[@jasons4882]

Interesting perspective in the student setting during the WLC, where the instructors complain and think that changes is for the worse. I love the statement that was something along the lines of "I have more experience then you, I don't care if you like it". We as a society get caught up in the 'feelings matter' and it can hinder the mission and logic greatly.

[@patbroderick6132]

Your a very engaging storyteller and you’ve done it all. This series has been great and I always enjoy your appearances on other podcasts/shows. If I bump into you in Dublin I’ll box you off dude keep it up

[@rawrmusic55]

Thanks as always Kevin. Really enjoy what you have to say.

[@AS-qy4hk]

Most level headed guy, so refreshing to hear him talk.

[@mfcriz2561]

What a great job at leading wherever you go!

[@goruby2]

Awesome Mr. Owens

[@yootoober49]

I throw these on during my workouts. Great stuff to listen to.

[@alanfox1309]

Another great episode Kevin becoming addicted to these series,

[@wyattterrell]

Cheers from fort Stuart Georgia 🪖🤙🏻

[@dalehenry4694]

Luv you're story, Kevin you are a true warrior and patriot,

[@thomaswhisnant6573]

I fully enjoy hearing your experiences. Keep it up.

[@johnd5244]

Great podcast! Enjoy these tremendously.

[@BushmasterM4A3]

Loving this series. Thank you sir.

[@gregoryl869]

This is the best one yet!

[@stuartastbury8014]

Thank you for sharing.

[@sire24657]

I think SGM Academy is at Ft Bliss, yes?

[@CM-8888]

Mopping the floors as a 1SGT, not a huge task but you definitely gained my respect for that one Kevin haha I was in Germany also Rose Barracks, Vilseck, loved the country and traveling the EU, also deployed as an 11B with Stryker’s as soon as I showed up in 2013, Kandahar, RC South mainly

[@rpnbf8196]

Good stuff as always. Question for you- I’ve enjoyed listening to Clay Martin on Gunsamerica for years and heard him mention you a couple of times, where did you two run into each other?

[@kevinowens9636]

We were in the same unit and in Sniper school together, Clay is a good guy

[@rpnbf8196]

@@kevinowens9636 His reviews are hilarious and I think I ended up buying a few firearms he recommended.

[@jimsweet3256]

Don’t stop talking! This is awesome

[@richardwood9346]

Great leadership advise. You made a huge impact during your career! Msg Retired Wood

[@TWP13]

We ran everywhere in WLC and airborne school lol. I was also on the line 15-16 when women integrated into combat arms, complete nightmare.

[@renegadearms]

SGM Academy is at Ft Bliss so pretty much Mexico.

[@romeofoxtrot363]

RAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!! From Largo Florida.

[@HughJC]

Brilliant

[@pyeitme508]

Awesome 😎

[@ArimaKihe1]

Disagree - you’ve got a great vocal presence! You always say great things and you’re very softly spoken

[@RJ-de2up]

No worries Kevin.

[@nickchristensen3713]

Combat story's please

[@badxradxandy]

Friendly feedback: can you get a mute pedal that way you can sniff and the mic won't pick it up? I stopped counting at 25 sniffs. I got the same issue and I'm on Claritin for it. Thanks man. 👑

[@ayron419]

Haha I didn't notice until I read this. Maybe partially because i have perpetual allergies haha

[@bryanmcdermott4204]

1) Getting to Jack Carr's place sounds pretty entertaining/dicey. 2) College is overrated. It's interesting/strange the Army is as hung up on it as private enterprise. 3) Civilian awards are a plague upon the land. Kids are inadvertently trained to expect them as soon as they start soccer or school.

[@nowherespecial6780]

Lol but that's what it's supposed to be about as listening to you the guest talk.

[@renegadearms]

Kevin feel no shame I’m known to be a jabber jaw myself.

[@kellyBorgman]

Talk away, please !

[@waitemc]

Talk to much? Heck no keep it up . Can't stop listening at all .

[@cc93691]

Should do a podcast with Chris Vas Sant @kevinowens