MACV-SOG Veteran Dr. Dick Thompson | EP. 104 | Mike Force Podcast

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[@johniekirchharr7740]

My wife is from Kien Giang South Vietnam. I have traveled all over South Vietnam. I have mad respect for our soldiers. I had been eating at a little street vendor in front of a house. I had been seeing a old man sitting inside. About the 3rd time I was there the old man waved me inside. I sat down with him he had a box with his medals and pictures of him when he was a young soldier. He was a friendly old man. I visited him every time I was there. The last time I went sadly he had died. I can say every where I went the people were very nice to me. We're loosing so many of our heroes now.Thanks for telling there stories.

[@jacobsanchez628]

I binged watched this interview when it came out. I was honored to service one decorated Vietnam vet pilot today who was attached to SOG during his 3 tours. As a Marine vet, I’m honored to hear his stories after I completed a job for him. He happened to be a retired federal judge out of las cruces, NM putting cartel members, r@pist, and murderers behind bars. What an experience.

[@Vex916T]

It took multiple armies to rescue a few soldiers who survived two black hawks downed in Somalia in 1993, yet Dick Thompson decided to dropped down 150ft off a flying helo rope by himself and without a parachute to successfully rescue other injured US soldiers from two US helos downed in Viet-Cong controlled jungle terrain back in late 1960's... goes to show how badass Dick Thompson and other US soldiers were during Vietnam War.

[@okgroomer1966]

To be fair urban warfare is a very different animal to jungle warfare. Defensive positions are everywhere and people are also everywhere. It's incredibly dangerous. In Iraq I always felt safer patrolling palm groves over the city we were in. Having 700k people on top of you makes things so difficult. Even in Vietnam the urban battles were extremely deadly

[@Vex916T]

@@okgroomer1966 You should hear out the whole story behind this one particular mission Dick Thompson did on Jocko Podcast because Dick wasn't suppose to be on the helo, he had left all his gear and CAR-15 at base, had to use another soldier's rifle and took only 5x twenty round mags, he literally let go of rope at 150ft in the air to drop down onto a tree branch 50ft from ground level that he caught onto, with bruised ribs from slamming on tree branch he then climbed down to shoot some enemies and successfully met up with both helo teams, and then helped extracted all surviving US soldiers onto rescue helos while under gunfire from all sides. Then after returning to base Dick and a few soldiers were ordered to go back days later to blow up both helos and somehow extract their way out under heavy gunfire again. These are but two of the stories he told and it's why I said Dick Thompson and other Vietnam era soldiers were more badass cause they used less techy weaponry and still survived extreme gun fights in places that were in the middle of wild jungles entirely controlled by enemy forces. And Vietnam soldiers didn't have as much mud, brick, or concrete cover to hide behind during gun fights, which made surviving a shoot out way lower for them. However the one big thing I give kudos to you Iraq, Afghanistan, and Somalia war veterans is that you all had to wait for the enemies to fire first before returning fire which US soldiers in Vietnam were allowed to shoot anything that looked or sounded threatening. All wars have their craziness and differences in how they were fought but some wars have such ridiculous battles that it don't make any sense how any soldiers survived.

[@creaturesofqueens]

This legend of a man is a product of his times and so are the missions that he endured. All those men in Somalia would’ve done the same thing, but it was politicians playing soldier who prevented the brass from properly executing the mission. Task Force Ranger was undermanned and underpowered from the start of their mission. They requested a ton of personnel and firepower that wasn’t given to them. Then when the shit it the fan it was already too late. Put the right system in place from the jump and avoid the bs. Look at Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq, and many others… the US sends in troops only to slowly escalate over a 5-10 year time period. Had they sent over more soldiers sooner you deny the enemy the time to escalate along side you. Simple, but major examples of poor decision making. Why did they not do this? It’s the same reason we dropped a bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The idea of 1 million dead soldiers invading Japan is too much for politicians to be able to rationalize to the voters in their constituencies. The sad truth is people will die in war. Come in with overwhelming numbers and firepower against your enemy and you will most often reduce the total amount of casualties and loss on your side.

[@davej0331]

@@creaturesofqueens Well said. And I've always found it odd as to why Gen. Garrison gave the go mission so soon after the MEU left the AO? They could have supported in every way, and simply pushed inland from the beach with LAVs, Air assets, and heavy armor. Has anyone ever shed light on that? Beirut, and the bombing of H&S 1/8 was a prime example of catastrophic leadership failure as well. Yes, as usual there were Intel screw ups, but mainly there was 241 KIA because ONE man decided to remove defensive barricades from around the University building, as they were "too much a show of force" - or words to that effect...Insanity.

[@creaturesofqueens]

@@davej0331 I’m not sure but I know he had requests in for air strike packages and other indirect fire options that were pulled from the table by DoD instantly limiting the effectiveness of the fighting force.

[@002koolaid]

Dr. Thompson is by far one of the most interesting people I’ve ever heard be interviewed.

[@zackaryatkins6501]

My grandfather was in MAC V SOG and part of Mike Force thru 1965-69, then had almost a 30 year career starting as a drill Sargent made his way up to Sargent Major, later on found out he was supporting special forces teams in Desert Storm during his time deployed. Loved hearing these stories reminds me so much of him, these men were a different breed for sure.

[@treygiles917]

You are so right. Different breed no doubt...

[@poyb1830]

who the fuck are you? @user-cc6mm3lm9c

[@martinkunes5359]

give us some proof

[@DannyRedCheeks]

@user-cc6mm3lm9cany adult that says capping doesn’t need to shown proof of anything

[@DLo336]

@@martinkunes5359who are you to prove shit too? You wouldn’t make a pimple on a snake eaters ass……..

[@johnlangerlaan4799]

PLEASE ,PLEASE continue these interviews.....REMARKABLE..! Important for our younger generations to hear these accounts of brave , courageous men ! Thanks Mike. Old 91Bravo.

[@captainsensible298]

Awesome interview, 50% mortality rate for the operators, that along with the 100% injury rate, that man has a set of big brass cajones. That is one tough smart soldier. REALLY good guy to have on our side.

[@natejackson4791]

Thanks Mike Edit, I am fortunate that I get to listen to podcasts at work. I have heard this guest story at least 50 times. The man is an incredible person with an incredible heart.

[@tylergottschalk5612]

Dick Thompson is a legend. This was an excellent watch.

[@jakester455]

Anybody that thinks SOG was the same as the infantry needs to think again. SOG operators were some of the most dangerous warriors the world has ever seen.

[@izicwindsor7987]

Yep

[@hughescrewchief836]

Ghostrider Don here; Mike OUTSTANDING job interviewing Dick. Having read both books, as a SOG brother and friend of Dick's I know his story well. I listened to the whole 1 hour and 55 minutes. The way you were able to draw his experiences out of him was masterful. The way you added just enough of your own experiences and were able to ask intelligent questions to draw Dick's valuable story out and record them made the Podcast irresistible listening. Book 2 is every bit as good as book 1. Thank you for sharing the SOG story

[@generalgrant2477]

Ur gay

[@raymondjoseph7177]

Men aren't made like this anymore. Knew a vet from 5th group Vietnam. RET CSM George Moore. Died about 10 years ago. Great man and wonderful mentor to have during the 1st 2 years of my career. He worked at my unit as a civilian. Again, an honor to have been given so much of his attention and advice. 3 Silver Stars. RIP CSM.

[@kentwilliams3326]

Interesting. I served as a Nuclear Power Plant technician in the U.S. Navy and frankly, that is about as much stress as watching grass grow that is, unless the plant "scrammed." Then, it was just following written procedures to start the plant back up from a partial or a full scam.

[@davej0331]

@@kentwilliams3326 never the less and regardless of the stress factor, you served in an extremely vital position within OUR ranks... Semper Fi, and God Bless 🇺🇸🙏

[@JRRob3wn]

My wife’s step father is a retired O6, fmr MAC V SOG, age 86 and still going strong. His war stories are insane, just emailed him this interview.

[@02051970sonny]

People have no clue what they really did. Ive seen some crazy shit that they brought back from Vietnam. Like parts of the vc head and all. 🤷

[@papagcortellino5283]

Just ordered on Amazon. As a Nam Vet myself, I have seen the work SOG has performed in the Central Highlands/Pleiku/Phu Bai. The highest respect for all Vets, but a double dose to all SOG/Hatchet Force Personnel. They have risked it all, doing what most would not. GOD BLESS!

[@michaelmusgrave8868]

Was there also was a sea bee attached to the 5th sfg. A 104. These guys are great. Best of times----- worst of times

[@jordan_velasquez]

My father was in Vietnam (rest his soul) and as a kid I would save money to buy the VIETNAM magazines at our grocery store. Thanks Mike for covering these men's stories! Long live MACVSOG🇺🇸

[@ChrisYoung-nf2fr]

God bless him and I appreciate it though he did

[@ChrisYoung-nf2fr]

That didn't come out the way I wanted to do it God bless him rest in peace ✌️ and if he was here today I would tell him that I welcome home

[@jordan_velasquez]

@@ChrisYoung-nf2fr Thank you for the kind words. Godspeed to you and yours. 🇺🇸

[@johnrisher3007]

Thank you Dr Thompson for your service. Thank you Mike for your service. God bless both of you always 🙏 ❤

[@teamperry757]

I love these guys. This jungle shit was the theme of all childhood "battles" in the woods

[@dewayne3615]

💯👍

[@hoffpbass]

For me and my friends, it was WW2 Nazis vs USA.

[@j.d.shikles7220]

Yep.... Woods were some cool jungle... We even made up our own hand and arm signals ... 🤣

[@tjzulu1]

Coming from a long line of military family from WW I all the way to Afghanistan in every branch of the services, all I can say is may God bless them all richly!!! Nothing but respect!!

[@waynethompson3605]

My uncles both served in Vietnam, they were both professional soldiers. Highly motivated guys, always loved to sit with them and hear the crazy stuff they did. So much respect!

[@jasondamoth757]

My Dad ran missions with CCS circa late 1969 through the spring of 1970. Team Trowel. After CCS shutdown He went to CCC and ran with Rt. Vermont and Rt Maine. Godspeed Dr. Thompson. Thank you so much for your service

[@dustinbarham2579]

My first Cousin was MACV-SOG and did seven Tours. Never said a word about it afterwards, and he's gone now. I really appreciate this Interview to just get a little insight on what my first Cousin might have went through.

[@remedy-1879]

Seven tours?! You should really request his service records. There was a 100% casualty rate for macv so he definitely earned at least one Purple Heart during his service. What a bad ass.

[@maxcullen3427]

Respect him

[@maxcullen3427]

⁠@@remedy-1879 yes 7 tours in that unit is crazy as

[@87mrreynolds]

Hats off to his memory ❤

[@addiroids]

Bad ass brother. Major respect to your cousin

[@clintmerz5727]

Thank you men. Mike, Jocko, Tilt, the Frenchman, Mr Tompson and all the other Vietnam vets and the gwot vets bringing these legends' stories to light. My father was a vietnam vet, he would've loved to see his generation finally get the respect and admiration they earned. We lost him to cancer just a couple years prior to Jocko bringing Tilt to my attention. How many of these hero's stories will we never know? Thank God these men EVER lived. Please keep these interviews coming b4 these heroes are gone from us. God bless and keep you all.

[@OleMisss]

Really hyped over this one. Vietnam stories are some of the craziest.

[@mikeforcepodcast]

then you’re going to enjoy Dr. Dick Thompson’s stories - some of the craziest I’ve heard

[@nedkelly9688]

@@mikeforcepodcast NO Australia SASR missions are the craziest i have heard and unlike your fake captions of these were the deadliest soldiers SASR taught these guys. Rodger Hayden navy seal even said it also in his interviews and he spent 10 days on misson with SASR

[@bobtosi9346]

​@@nedkelly9688 don't be a fucking tool. Have respect or STFU.

[@iker8010]

​​@@nedkelly9688 much respect to SASR, they defo kicked and kick ass but you don't want to get into a dick measuring contest with SOG when they had 100% casualty rate bro common

[@nedkelly9688]

100% casualty rate lol saids it all as were not that good then.

[@andrecampbell691]

A smart articulate warrior, thank you.

[@ralphmcdonough9509]

👍after 53 years I FINALLY heard a vet speak many OBVIOUS point!!!! earplugs, get down , shoot fast , instinctively...."shoot Dodge City style", but I'm sure guys now learn the lessons and adapt, Great Show n GOD bless your guest. I've just ordered his book. Great Channel ....ONE OF TH 👌

[@jasonmolina5148]

I can listen to this heroes war stories all day. Thank you for your service sir

[@jackrobinett2994]

Mike the look on your face in this interview is priceless. I could see the respect, appreciation and the joy of doing this interview. Hats off to the both you guys. That you for your service 🇺🇸💯

[@jacksuffield9126]

Mike in a candy store haha

[@deepbludude4697]

Good Listen, My old man was A1 "Sandy" pilot supported many ops for these guys.

[@francisscheets6604]

Do it for me Sandy. I'd do it for you

[@jasonmcloud5611]

Awesome interview! I'll have to say though, one of the greatest times in my military career was being able to be COL Robert Howard's driver/escort not once but twice when he visited Ft. Bragg. The stories he told!!! Oh my gosh! Greatest honor I ever had, just being in his company. Thank you to all who came before me!

[@DavidK2007]

Truly one-of-a-kind combat situations with these guys. Absolute legends.

[@jonnyref3475]

Very important historical stories to capture and will help to ensure these veterans experiences are there for future generations. Thank you Mike.

[@maziond]

The men that served in MAC V SOG are without a doubt, the most gangster men to ever live 💯💯💯💯💯

[@richardtice167]

Thanks Mike for having Dr. Thompson on you channel. What an outstanding individual he is and a true warrior! Thank you both for your service to our country!

[@bauhnguefyische667]

Kids, this guy is your crazy AF uncle. Let’s have a round of applause for them👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tommytwogloves16]

Pictures of the guest at or around Phu Bai? (looked more like Palm Springs) It revealed his age appearance to be at least 50 y.o.! That would put Dick around 100. Did the host check his DD-214 or cross reference his awards with the DAV? His record seems to be created with no proof of service. Please have him provide documents and check their validity next time out. Thanks. TGS 3rd MMB. Dong Ha, Quang Tri Provice 69-70.

[@GranPuba]

Crazy uncles aren't typically doctors

[@bauhnguefyische667]

@@GranPuba You might be surprised.

[@larrywilcox2311]

I was in the USMC on the DMZ and inserted into many LZs. I read Dick Thompsons 2 volumes and realized I was in the Boy Scouts vs. Dick and his SOG Teams. Humbling and so impressive. The one thing Marines taught well in Boot Camp was expert marksmanship from all the way up to 500 yards. The basic Marine is comparatively a well trained soldier, unlike other branches but after that there are many levels of Special Forces, Tier I, II and III. SOG is a Tier 1 group of the best.

[@mr.miller8207]

My grandfather was an F4 pilot out of Da Nang. He was working the trails in Laos every other night. He was KIA in Laos during a bombing run on a truck convoy 03/21/1968. My family was initially told he went down in South Vietnam.

[@juanmespinoza65]

To say I’m honored to hear this man’s story is an understatement. Not only amazing but DEF a MOH candidate. Although if you ask him, it was just another day… THANK YOU

[@Charles-rx5cz]

hitting dropshots in real life is wild. especially emptying a mag before you hit the ground while landing shots on target. Much respect Dr. Thompson

[@jp5617]

These guys were all slim, almost skinny. Nowadays we are used to seeing these muscled up special operators. The way they looked in Vietnam resembles more how French foreign legion soldiers look. Or maybe SAS. Just an observation. Great podcast and a lot of common sense survival and improvement tips. Lighthearted and amusing often.

[@ramozj6997]

I was trained to shoot from the hip first in the Australian Infantry in the 90s. Everything was still Vietnam Jungle era training with Jungle sneaker ranges .

[@scottloutner5253]

Mike has an impressive humility. Good to see his curiosity accross from mr. Thompson and he ask great questions. Also, injecting some of his own knowledge. Great job. Best interview ever.

[@pragmaticparadox5981]

That Bob Howard Ranger School story is a trip. Arguably the best soldier in US history and still humble. I've read A LOT of MACV-SOG books and even amongst those elite few, they all still seemed to look at Howard as almost a mythical figure; he was that good.

[@bearuehara6871]

I love these vietnam war stories Mike. Grandpa used to share his stories during bed time. Lost his finger when AK round bounce off a stump and hit him. He said the vietcongs snuck up on them using cow bells. You think its a cow coming towards you, but these cows shot at ya. When on patrol he said memorize every tree and bushes, if there a bush or tree that wasnt there yesterday shoot the shit out of it. His ghost stories though was some crazy stuff.

[@AbirTarafdar]

18:57 in platoon before Elias bought it from Barnes, he was racing through the jungle shooting from the hip. I always remembered that as a kid.

[@whatdoufeel]

The pod name is great. Can’t thank you enough for your service and continued humanity.

[@jeff0247598]

When he started talking about “closing the distance” on folks calling him baby killer, the hair on my arm stood up. His inner killer peeked out and was freakin frightening! He looks very gentle and nice, but there’s something dark under the surface, but in a good way!

[@prashantark]

And think about it the Left wants a Civil War with the Right and the Right are very tolerant but dangerous people if you push them beyond their limits !

[@Ekdrink]

“On folks” “freaking” “Jeff”

[@ksmith87]

The man that introduced me to MACV-SOG. Hell yes, Mike, this is going to be epic!

[@Southernguitar74]

This is one of the baddest dudes I’ve ever heard about or read about. An absolute SOG legend. This is going to be a great one.

[@perrywalkerjr6394]

Absolutely phenomenal human being. Thank you sir for your service and dedication to our country. GOD bless you and your family.

[@chrisott9129]

Incredible man. Incredible story. Thank you, Mike (and others) for giving people like this a voice.

[@fubar5554]

The weird thing is how humble these guys are in person. I’ve had a chance just to shoot the shit with some of Dick’s Cohorts, and also messaged Dick before online, and they are some of the nicest and down to earth guys I’ve ever met. You’d never guess what they’ve been through or known they were apart of frankly the craziest military unit and missions in US history if you saw them on the street.

[@bobtosi9346]

They are stone cold killers and you'd never know it

[@joevollmer3037]

This rates as the best interview on SOG in Vietnam I've seen. I served during that time but did not go to Vietnam. These were great Warriors!

[@Pluto8424]

My father was Green Beret and was part of Mike Force Hatchet Force and was killed in action in Laos ,I still have a Mike Force banner I was only 8yrs old at the time.

[@bowen5995]

Love these types of interviews Mike. Hope you can do more with Vets like Dr Thompson. love hearing the stories of combat and experiences. Take care 🇺🇸

[@Dvigson]

Haven’t even finished this yet and one of the best podcast I’ve ever watched, Mike. Special thanks to the both of you, Gentleman.

[@ryandbdb]

I found out about MACVSOG from listening to the Jocko podcast. The stories are incredible, courageous, and hard to comprehend these men actually did what they did. I have tried to read, listen, or watch everything I can find about SOG. Thank you for sharing your story. Thanks for getting these stories out. Amazing.

[@Chertoff88]

Incredible podcast. I don't always listen as the preper stuff doesn't really interest me but this man is a national treasure and Mike brought out the best in him.

[@blakeandrews3673]

Should get more into that stuff ...every weeny with a little cache of supplies stored in garage is another little Easter egg for me

[@artrunningbear3599]

Today I cry because of what they said to us and I still feel it from this country. We were told to shut up or disappear the rewards were quiet and unknown, we were ghosts

[@dj_grdn85]

Welcome home!! Thank you! It's a travesty and I'm truly sorry for the way they treated you guys. I'm 38 and am embarrassed for the way yall weren't received appropriately. My dad was 2nd SF and did 2 tours in Nam.

[@maggiecpalmer]

My husband served with sog-54 and sog-59 1964-1969. After we married in 1999 he didn't talk about what he did and his dementia has now taken over his memory. I have been working on disability for him and found out was SOG was. I can't imagine what he went through.

[@bigb7024]

I watched Dr Thompson’s podcast with Jocko and it was the craziest thing I had ever heard. Absolutely insane

[@larrymcjones]

Same there’s nothing crazier than him jumping out of the helicopter to save the downed crew with absolutely no plan or backup

[@bigb7024]

@@larrymcjones Right?! If it had been a movie I would have told people not to watch it because it was too unbelievable

[@richardsnodgrass8647]

What an amazing "Man". I hadn't heard a story like his about "Nam" before. I've listened to many. Amazing that he's even here to tell about his life experience. I am amazed indeed. Thank you for telling your story. Be blessed.

[@BIGMANbrokmills]

Legendary.

[@g-man2228]

True hero’s and this man is a legend….🇺🇸

[@Keoni9026]

Purchased and thoroughly enjoyed your book "Prepared"-great insights on survival.

[@MrJohnnyboy67]

Great story! Thank you for your service and sharing this. My uncle served with the 101st in 1970 Vietnam. He told me about training with bb guns too. I smiled when I listened to this recollecting my uncle's story.

[@kevinallen6197]

I worked for a Vietnam Era Sargeant major. Some hippies spit on his uniform at laguardia Airport in 72. He was a black belt. He beat the shit out of them and got arrested. They gave him coffee and let him go.haha

[@-Zevin-]

Why is it every single Vietnam vet has a story about being spit on at a airport, this actually mostly stems from a urban legend, and to this day there is no evidence of it happening even once, let alone thousands of times. It's wild how these stories spread though.

[@jamesjimmy8716]

i came back from viet nam dec 1970,i was on mcdougal street greenwich vollage in front of historic cafe reggio. told policeman i had just returned fron nam looked at me with who cares glance. clint eastwood 1976 made the enforcer where the villians were crazed nam vets, especially the leader . later in foxfire and any which way you can he played a hero nam vet. stop blaming the anti war movtment regular americans and media turned on us not hippies. rhis vets being spit on its a myth,never knew of it happening to anyone first hand.

[@swale12]

urban legends...propaganda destroys the truth...@@-Zevin-

[@-Zevin-]

@@swale12 I don't even blame the vets who say this stuff too I personally know a couple of Vietnam vets I worked with as a park ranger, great guys, had the exact same stories... I think over decades they have totally convinced themselves it's true. False memories build like that, and that itself is fascinating, if a bit disturbing. It's actually a topic of allot of psychological research these days, both the intentional and unintentional instilling of false memories. There is numerous cases of people even convincing themselves they committed murder after extensive interrogation, admitting it, attempting to describe it and even dreaming about it. Only later for it to turn out they were completely innocent and never even near the scene of the crime.

[@doughyatt5328]

​@@-Zevin-I came out in 1972. I was rather drunk coming back through LA. Ask about my tour. I said yes. There were 3 individuals 2 males 1 female. Both males were mouthie, but backed off. The female spat on and I struck her. My staff told I would either go to Atlanta or go to jail. I went to Atlanta. Bless you Sargent Johanson.😅😙

[@redsalt00]

Big thanks mike hope you get all the vietnam SOG vets in this podcast their stories need to be heard.

[@williambailey5405]

I had the distinct privilege to fly UH1's with the 281st Assault Helicopter Company (AHC) out of Na Trang in support of MACV and the 5th Special Forces.

[@michaelmusgrave8868]

Thanks

[@shawnlively4753]

My dad was in the 161st Assault Helicopter Company he also supported MacVSog. He loved those guys!

[@patricknoveski6409]

This is an amazing interview, not only for his knowledge, but. The way u listened and lead the conversations. Great interview.

[@hollandadventures]

Grew up reading stories about Vietnam and WW2 this has to be one of my favorite podcasts. Can't wait to buy the book, Thank you.

[@chuckthomas3225]

Next time I see Dr. Thompson in town, I’m shaking his hand.

[@doneanddone4952]

Welcome home Mr. Thompson. These national treasures are need to teach our young men. As a veteran I learned from him and I want my grandson to hear from him.

[@birdinhand_]

Dude, thank you for interviewing these legends. Some of the hardest men in the world, and it is my first time hearing of them. Thank you for your services.

[@82lowe36id]

I grew up always wanting to be in the Army. Its all I thought about as a kid and looked up to Vietnam Infantry & SOG vets. Great podcast and thank you to this warrior for sharing with us.

[@rageius]

I always wanted to be a soldier as a kid. Used to play war, make guns out of sticks and pretend blueprint tubes were bazookas. Was seriously thinking about it at 22 or 23 because I was romanticizing war, reading all I could, longing to experience combat. I'm glad I never did to be honest. If I ever saw combat it just would've been another trauma unable to attach from. I still like listening to stories and learning, and I respect our troops. But I'm just grateful I didn't have to go through that. War brings out the worst in humans, but also the best.

[@JayRay-k1y]

Nice to hear his sense of humor.

[@wildcat8598]

Great episode Mike. Get more of these Vietnam vets on. Love hearing their stories

[@utjon]

Mr. Glover, I am about to watch this episode and I want to thank you for covering the war in Vietnam. I’m 59, I grew up as a boy watching the nightly news with the body counts every night. So many hero’s, so much tactical knowledge, I hope you will seek out more Vietnam Veterans. God bless

[@leevandeventer8782]

Thank you for bringing Dr. Thompson to your show. He is an absolute inspiration.

[@bbforgeandleathercompany9228]

Mike, this is one of the best interviews I have ever seen. Thank you both!

[@davidwilder7542]

Very impressed and thank you for your service. Belated but heartfelt. God bless you Sir and our downtrodden country 🙏

[@PatriotSister]

I am so proud to be part of this generation. You guys were and are awesome!!

[@treykasia127]

Unbelievable. Pure Gold. Dr. Thompson is a Legend. Good get Mike.

[@cynthiadana2424]

My dad was in MACV SOG . He served with many of these men. Y’all probably served together or at least yalls names are together in John Plasters book. My dad was Ed Lesesne . Thank you for all you did !

[@okgroomer1966]

Loved how he talked about shooting from the hip. Aiming is for long shots, poor shooters, and hunting. Anything under 50m just doesn't require aiming if you're good with your weapon. People always tell me it's nonsense but I've been shooting squirrels that way since I was a teenager.

[@sprisomotorsports]

Quiet. Measured. Professional. Dr. Thompson, thank you for your service and sharing your experiences with MACV-SOG. I was glued to this podcast-- brilliantly interviewed. I'm ordering the book!

[@KImBurk1207]

Love listening to these stories. The Vietnam vets need to recognized as hero’s. My uncle served there and it was hard on him. He came home a changed man from what my mom said. He lived a drug fueled existance for many many years until he passed way with cancer.

[@kilcar]

I am so glad he is on Our side.

[@jamesc869]

This man is an unsung HERO of EPIC proportions. What a warrior!!!!

[@johnqpublic2718]

I love any and all interviews of MACV-SOG vets. Be they on SOGCast. Jocko Podcast, The Team House, or here, there arent enough iterations to learn it all.

[@JimTripp2159]

I could listen to Dr Thompson all day long. Interesting man

[@johnknorr1140]

Amazing stories I was in Vietnam with 101st airborne division Charlie company 2/501st December 1969 to November 1970 my third Captain And, my lieutenant all were in fifth special forces and I’m alive today because of them and their leader ship sir you are a great inspiration. Thank you for everything you’ve done over there I can appreciate it.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🎖

[@jodi5719]

SO MUCH LOVE AND GRATITUDE 🩵

[@Crazylab1616]

Brilliant podcast! Ty so much to the both of you for your amazing service... I am so grateful to both of you... Dr. Your incredible sir!

[@seanwattles9264]

My father's load out was a thompson, a sawed off winchester shotgun, and his 1911, for Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.

[@BIGFESH]

Holy shit that first paragraph was amazing. So much respect for everyone that serves. 🍻🤘🇺🇸

[@razvanbutiac7684]

Amaising person who put his life in preserving and create what we take today as granted... I can wait to get the book. Just what to say, Mike your work is grate to surface and expose to us such grate people... and to mister Thompson, a simple: thank you for your service!

[@bryanenglish3242]

Thank u Mike for preserving all this American History for future generations

[@lukefreeouf4036]

11:30-- fascinating summary on instinctive shooting from hip

[@shawnp6653]

Wow! Thank you for your service Dr Thompson.

[@peteperkins3859]

Love reading the old books about SOG/MACV, (especially the LRRPS) and the SEALS in Vietnam. Those guys are a different breed.

[@joefried6604]

My Half Korean Nephew Thank You for your service