Ranger Regiment Platoon Sergeant in Syria and Afghanistan | Les Sandusky | Ep. 180

[@whitenoise25]

This may be my favorite episode. What a guy. He seems like a loveable knucklehead but then just continually shows how sophisticated he is in his responses to the world. I laughed I cried. I learned a whole bunch about the very complex nature of modern warfare. This is one of those episodes that is better if you are familiar with this type of material. This guy can tell a story and you are just rooting for him the entire time. This guy needs a book with a movie tie in. Maybe limited series. Just an epic interview. The way Jack and Dave allow him the space to let it all out is so effective. This podcast continues to be an excellent resource.

[@globaladdict]

I agree. A lot of the guys and gals on here are super high level. It's cool to hear this story because it's not told often this extensively at his level

[@marcl6192]

Defo one of the most enjoyable TH episodes I've listened to as well, I'd love to hear more of his stories with the way he just tells them. Also, our dynamic duo are definitely having a good time here with their guest as well, it's a 4 hour episode...!

[@curtasher2217]

I think Sandusky could rock his own podcast. Guy can motivate.

[@dillanemerson3433]

Sandusky was my squad leader in HHC for a time. Hands down the most technical and smartest individual in the platoon when it came to the job. He may not have liked me too much but damn he was a excellent ranger.

[@DonB.-Mulefivefive]

That, IS the mark of a real leader. No one is in 2/75 to be "liked". You're there for a specific reason. 9th Infantry 1972-1982

[@gman52712]

I have been there- too many egos in one room. There is always petty squabbling. If he didnt get you throw off the platoon I'd bet he had less of a problem with you than you think. Maybe he is just an asshole sometimes. Nothing against him, just how some dudes are.

[@matthewlynch3841]

This was an incredible episode. Sergeant Sandusky if you're reading this PLEASE BE PROUD of all that you've accomplished and endured.

[@CWD2006]

I served in 2/75 and have been working with Rangers for the last 30 years. Listening to Les, I've heard this story too many times. I know that I could've been RFS'd a few times. Les is EXACTLY what the Regiment needs in a Leadership position.-- RLTW

[@RamonBadr]

I served in 3/75. I’ve seen so many instances of dudes getting the boot when it was absolutely not merited. Now the regiment is in a recruiting crisis and they wonder why as they continually shoot themselves in the foot.

[@kabes1776]

@@RamonBadr does this mean there will be more option 40 contracts available?

[@RamonBadr]

⁠@@kabes1776yeah there will always be option 40s. And if you can’t get one, you will absolutely get the opportunity in basic training to volunteer if you qualify.

[@Beastro777]

by design@@RamonBadr

[@shannon4284]

I served with Duski for four years. Dude is wild! Haha glad to see him around still.

[@Lordfinessse]

Clearly, this man is a genius

[@markdougherty8933]

I was 11C in 10th Mountain. Ran around the triangle in Iraq throwing 60s a few hundred meters out for the platoons. So rare to hear from Charlie's. Loved hearing this man's stories.

[@ryanjones4917]

I really appreciate the lack of bravado and the mindset of sharing knowledge and being a tactician rather than focusing on how many dudes he dropped. Excellent episode.

[@josephkrause3531]

Wow! What a character, soldier, and leader! Excellent interview and what a delivery, too! My hat is off to all of you guys.

[@spectre5x5]

There are tab wearers and tab bearers. Les is a Ranger to the bone!!

[@bigdog9270]

As a wrestler myself, I love how much he embraces his wrestling background. Guy seems like a fun dude to be around.

[@williamlaseur3993]

Your best, most real, most down to earth episode yet. This dude gets it. Amazing.

[@nickwheeler5948]

Duski is a legend. Proud to have served with him.

[@Gbigdaddy]

“At the end of the day the king and the pin go in the same box .” Thank you so much

[@bballstarcrazy8]

From another RFS'd dude, really appreciate this one.

[@kylewalling11]

An amazing man and leader. Was a pleasure to serve with you brother. 🙏

[@caseyaylward8853]

Les is awesome. Bring this dude back as much as possible even just to hang out

[@xLeeroycranex]

If you've listened to him talk in other channels, you'll know that this dude is absolutely hilarious.

[@rJonas_]

Which other channels?

[@condomgraveyard666]

As a close friend of Les’ I can confirm.

[@notundermywatch3163]

Great sense of humor

[@LaCourierInCrysis]

@@condomgraveyard666 please tell my brother to call me.

[@tightspotpro6755]

OMG what an amazing story. I dont think anyone could go through everything discussed in this interview and walk away. I was in a long time back and watched several injustices with close friends after and during the draw down. I was done after that and finished my night school and left. I was the only son to not stay to retirement. But this story is amazing. I have listened to it over a couple days. This is taking what you are given and make it the best it can be!! If people did this on a regular basis just imagine what things would be like. I just try and do anything I can for vets in my life as I meet them. Good on you.

[@11bravo-GoSox]

Outstanding podcast. Toughest guys in the Army- Rangers for sure. As an Old 11-B; I respected the hell out of those back aching 11-Charlies

[@jimhunter8870]

Loved 60 mm mortar talk. Packed that for 9 mos in the Nam. H co. 2nd bn 5th Marines Nam 67-68. Used to shoot no charge tried to hit round with m-79.

[@markdougherty8933]

I humped the 60mm around Iraq for 15 months back in 2006-2007....we mortars are few and far between...welcome home

[@RossNaylor-uq4jp]

I was a combat engineer in the British army and I was always on the 60mm or the law90, I also carried the gpmg or lsw I was the shortest guy in my troop and always got the heavy weapons which i really enjoyed apart from the weight you had ruck with. it must have been some experience working with the mortars in nam, that must have been hell for you guys we were lucky to have avoided that one. 😅

[@lafan4801]

You floored me with Chevy chase combat vacation reference….Les may have a place awaiting in standup.

[@deltamatt001]

Les is such an inspiring man. What a great episode.

[@alexwhelton8240]

Les is the man! Best leader I ever served under.

[@maddychloe1]

Fantastic episode,this dude is fantastic solid human with great sense of humor.He should have his own podcast

[@phlipperbrooks129]

So finally finished this, despite the volume issues. His story illustrates the toxic command culture in much of the Army. Good men are screwed over for the smallest infraction. While ineffective politician commanders keep moving up the ladder. The Army will never change. It was this way when I was in and it's probably worse today. Men like these deserve so much better.

[@seanmccarthy1135]

This dude is a real Ranger. Fucking badass. Wrestler. Street fights. No bitching or complaining. Just git it dun.

[@zacharygoulet8609]

Wow. I caught some of the live stream but just now got to watch the whole thing. This guy's is a wild story with a wild way of telling it. Watching many of the episodes which are all good. This is probably one that I have taken the most away from. Thanks for the story guys.

[@JuanRodriguez-my8mm]

Thank you Les for your testimonial and the Team House for making this happen!

[@IronMoose95]

The physical embodiment of Pit Viper sunglasses. Incredible

[@Turkfeb7]

One of the best episodes I’ve enjoyed alongside David Parke’s and Mike Edward’s episode. Keep up the quality content definitely the best mil related podcast out there

[@smokeyjoe1953]

What a great interview. Very knowledgeable and well spoken individual

[@ChettleRanderson2006]

I fucking love this dude, this is probably one of the best interviews I’ve seen on any pod

[@justindouglas7925]

Long time listener, first time commenter…this guy is absolutely awesome.

[@rickys7883]

I know this is the clip The Team House used for the preview, but I just had to reference it from full video. 2:20:18. Les Sandusky is hilarious and has such a good attitude towards life. I'm glad the Army didn't beat it out of him.

[@ricksilver7398]

This guy is incredible and so positive with his attitude, and it sucks to see what he has contributed to the cause to be screwed like he has with his career. I don't blame him for how he feels. FTA is what I said when I got out.

[@parkerjudd7814]

I got out right when Les was coming in HHC mortars. He and my good buddy Bradley served together. RLTW Bro

[@voodu24apexfoxtrot46]

Great interview Team House. Glad to hear from Les and that he’s enjoying his life and the springs in Florida. Y’all should ask him about the blue hole in Ichetucknee Springs State Park and meet up with him there. Therapeutic and beautiful. Went through a similar exit as Les did but in 2013 and am glad I did. Thank you guys for having Les on and thank you Les for telling your story.

[@condomgraveyard666]

Man don’t give away our spot 😂

[@vindicta_mihi6422]

Love Sandusky! Solid and really smart dude; never a dull moment with him! Love you brother, hope all is well!

[@lathanielulofoshio7889]

Truly a great podcast. Crazy pretty sure that I saw rangers in Kandahar in 2012 when I was a PFC; At the time I didn't know who they were but respected them because they were young privates like me in that fence.

[@boboyq]

Haha les and I did a final project together and needless to say we didn’t follow the rubric and we followed Sanduskys vision and we still passed ! Best school assignment I’ve ever done !

[@Rhfpiano]

My God!! How did you find this guy? Literally the funniest most interesting badass who is also VERY smart. Holy shit, absolutely incredible. I learned so much. Just wow.

[@Xaviier9090]

2:27:58 Les would use a live map to hit the target! This had me rolling!

[@chastings3550]

great warrior!! great podcast!!

[@Cris-gt2sd]

Great interview! Thanks for bringing on a Charlie! Back in the day, mortar's were a section (along with AT & snipers) in Weapon's Platoon attached to each company; when did the RGT switch to having mortar company's? Humping the 81 must absolutely bring the suck. Very disappointed to hear about the RFS; you were the epitome of a Ranger NCO.

[@eugeneNOstoner]

Love this episode! Definitely my favorite guest! Had me lol most of the time, and had my full attention the whole time. Every episode is great, so many guest and stories I’ve heard for the first and only time on this channel Really appreciate you guys

[@DJR382]

You guys should consider having the chapters broken down, like combat story and Mike Ritland.

[@john47266]

Absolutely glued to this episode, I’ve seen a soldier here in GA beat his case with GA and still see the unit fry him for less than safe

[@brenttblair8768]

Guys I am so happy to see this step up in video and audio….keep it up! Your guests have always been amazing. You are both good at getting the discussion going. Love it.

[@alz.7716]

The Army owes this man $25,000 in legal fees, as does the State of Georgia for violating his rights to due process.

[@LRRPFco52]

The States of GA, NC, SC, FL, AR, AL, VA, NJ, DE, etc. have way too many of these types of incidents where corrupt or incompetent pieces of excrement with badges violate the constitution and their own local ordinances as a rule. The Army machine rubber stamps negative actions on career NCOs like this far too often, because of a combination of incompetence and laziness in the leadership.

[@GlobalMediaInc]

I Agree, VA & PA Are Commonwealth States, And Unfortunately These Things Happen Way To Often. And Let's Not Forget About "Head Shot Don", And What Monroe County, GA Is Currently Doing To Him!

[@TK-hw2ph]

The army owes him a lot more than that…a hell of a lot more

[@markhc4581]

Agreed, unfortunately we Americans are not as free as it is written on paper. C.y.a. Always have a good attorney's # memorized.

[@smhs1262]

Yeah...me too! I'll settle for 20k though.

[@Concern_Citizen]

It sure is strange to hear him say, 3/75 Battalion is across the street from RIP/RASP. Back in my day, it was located at Harmony Church. The Regimental Headquarters was built close to the airfield. How things change!

[@Vxr2237]

Amazing episode, this guy is hilarious and so humble. His personality made the four hours fly by

[@lesserlogic9977]

1:07:05 love his sense of humour this whole podcast 😅A lot of respect

[@81hotboy8]

Best guest yet hands down

[@PierreLord]

Great episode. Great guy. Bring on round 2.

[@bradenv9592]

This guy is really inspirational. Great v content and great story!

[@deltamatt001]

Keep having longer interviews like this!

[@benjamingoto2099]

Hell yeah, I think this is the longest one I've seen them do!

[@CalMcFadden]

Les is so wild and disarming, but you can just hear/feel his proficiency at his craft. He’s the man, great ep

[@nvrbetrwhoohoo3941]

This was a really good one TEAM!

[@johnmorganjr769]

Thank you Les ,impressive service ! 🇺🇸

[@mhackling]

What an amazing episode! Les keep sharing your stories you are an inspiration!

[@jimbojango75]

Lol I’ve matured since the broom thing

[@azules9780]

This was a really good episode. I definitely enjoyed it for sure

[@danmedeiros01]

Best Team House episode ever!

[@Mr.NorthSacra916Xfour]

This dudes awesome and a patriot.🇺🇸

[@johnnyfryar]

This dudes stories remind me of my time at The Citadel. If I mess this up, am I going to have to be the dog? Hilarious!

[@johnnyfryar]

Dude's whole story was like The Citadel. Starts off funny fucked up and ends fucked up fucked up.

[@ostapryotosez7549]

This dude is hilarious and the movie references are just on point

[@MikeHunt-wx4wk]

This guy is awesome!

[@Mmmmmppppppp]

Much respect Brother!

[@markhc4581]

Awesome podcast fellas. Merry Christmas to all.

[@edub1170]

Love this episode this guy is like a cartoon character. Respect to all our veterans!

[@RAMCON87]

What an impressive individual. You won’t find a soldier, sailer or airmen in any country to bad mouth the Rangers.

[@wk.7348]

3/75 HHC was a weird place. They would make their privates "gargoyle" by perching on the wooden walkways above the AO and they would screech at you when you came in 😂 God help you if you didn't knock and ask permission before walking in. Good chance you'd end up stuffed in a locker somewhere, enlisted, O or private alike no one was safe

[@alexmedinarn]

Great interview. Feel good moment at the end when he gets case overturned.

[@jasongibbons3913]

This is amazing. I'm hooked

[@robrohu6099]

This is a very touching story. Thank you for sharing it.

[@Andingo86]

Awesome! Love these long ones

[@jimvis83]

One of the best and funniest interviews. Les is awesome

[@DJR382]

At 3:33:26 the host rudely interrupted the guest when he was in the midst of a great story...it was a total conversation killer for more than 30 seconds. Let the guests speak their stories .

[@TheTeamHousePodcast]

This is a four hour interview my man. We let him speak.

[@DJR382]

@@TheTeamHousePodcast that being said, it was a great podcast. Les has a great story and it's nice to have a lengthy podcast with substance as you provided.

[@drockjuiceski]

That was very odd

[@totenfurwotan4478]

He literally spoke freely for hours.

[@drockjuiceski]

@@totenfurwotan4478 I suspect this was the hosts way of steering the convo back, which worked I suppose.

[@raygunreagan2274]

Y’all should interview the two gentlemen from shift fire love this content keep it up!!!

[@richardwaechter5426]

It is abysmal how the US Army treats some of its finest soldiers.

[@mikeburgess1688]

It was cool to hear about from CSM Merritt, in comparison to my own experiences with the legend.

[@DenKrauten]

Great guest

[@j-wil1964]

Awesome listen! I love it!

[@itaintZen]

I’m an hour in and we’re still at ranger school. Homie loves to talk.

[@joshg4123]

Man I miss ‘dusky. I remember playing wiffle ball together on the helipad on warrior base in Korea 🎉

[@jasestrong]

Hard core! A real warrior , never quit. This is why the US ARMY is the Best, and the US ARMY RANGERS Lead the Way!

[@Frisco_Schills]

Les is hilarious, “by the way, my face was broken.” Edit: the machete comment was priceless.

[@friscostreetstories5403]

Osprey publishing should do a book " The weapons and homemade shit of Isis". The man was funny he should be a combat comic.

[@SierraMarksmanship275]

RLTW! 1A 2/75 2008-2013

[@isaactrujillo76]

‘I’m m just gonna nd ain’t I!’ 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@edwardasher2110]

Absolutely Awesome Interview !! I am so happy or him that he got his GOMAR reversed and his lie and reputation returned intact.

[@dildswagginz3408]

phenomenal story teller, great attitude/philosophy

[@Atze952]

Mortar guys across different army’s seem very similar in character 😂

[@iHesty]

Did he go to 5-4 CAV? Robert E Lee was the 2nd Commander. If so that is crazy, because Im a mortar in 5-4 Trying to go to RASP haha

[@michaelross1943]

I'd definitely buy Les a beer and shake his hand.

[@georgehorkan7205]

Old dudes? 2000- 2022. Try 1974 - 1976. Here sits an old dude. What's a Ranger Regiment? Try 1st Ranger Battalion (2nd was forming up - No talk about a 3rd BN). We trained for a mission that was totally different from what the battalions are doing nowadays. Its growing up, evolving. I'm proud of what we did. I am proud of how the regiment has evolved. Keep putting one foot in front of the other. RLTW

[@Fooshis01]

An OG thank you for your service

[@Ma_D3uce]

".. And one day your brother's gonna be on the porch asking for help, and imma say- come on in brother, I got some hot cheese spread with jalapeño for yuh..." --Dusky duuuuudddeee (2010)