The Real 13 Hours In Benghazi | Ranger | CIA GRS | Kris "Tanto" Paronto | Combat Story - Episode 81

[@josephfranzen9196]

I met Kris years ago when I was working as a designated defensive marksman for Triple Canopy during OIF. He was absolutely hilarious but also was a wealth of knowledge and he was humble and very friendly to top it all off. To be clear he wasn’t my personal friend but one of our other DDS’s had just finished 12 years in the 75th and they were close friends.

[@alabamacriminaldefenselawy6867]

Kris Paronto is so dumb he believed John Tiegen's stand down order lie.

[@donaldmartin4980]

Still have my “ Iron man” certificate from Triple Canopy….

[@kentuckyearl8202]

13 hours is my favorite movie of all time. I've probably watched it 50 times and don't ever get tired of it.

[@gib59er56]

I think it is the best "war" movie ever made . #1 cuz it is life-based , #2, the SOUND ENGINEER (felt like my living room was in the friggin compound) #3 the humor is dead spot on for us grunts.

[@chrisdiggs8507]

I TOTALLY AGREE. JUDT FINISHED WATCHING IT AGAIN. I'M STILL AMAZED AT THEIR BRAVERY AGAINST OVERWHELMING ENEMY NUMBERS.

[@michaelscott33]

How the hell does he only have 67.4K subscribers?! This is the BEST military/combat podcast I’ve ever listened to. The only close competition is Vigilance Elite and possibly Jocko.

[@artinhjollder4779]

That's for sure and don't forget The Team House

[@nasircervantes340]

His algorithm is off and he doesn’t do ads He has a strong sense of character but he really needs to bend so he can get this incredible content wider spread

[@odan7564]

KZbin is shadow banning him because his show talks about the military and real men in a positive light. If he had blue haired twinks or tyrannies it be up there with Rogan.

[@peytonelmer5674]

Well I am here a day later and he has already gained an additional 2k subs, so Tanto seems to be helping out and momentum is growing.

[@anthonyvenegas8299]

Those loyal subs, we different

[@patrickhayes606]

I'm not American, I have absolutely zero connection to the military and I dont particularly agree with a lot of US foreign policy but these podcasts are just really top quality. You have mastered the art of letting your guests speak which a lot of interviewers have never accomplished and your guests are varied with different stories. Great job Ryan

[@kirwingify]

Well, learn the ways of heroic Americans and appreciate our military.... They keep us American safe, and I love these patriots and warriors. Thanks for your service you American badass....Bravom

[@patrickhayes606]

@@kirwingify The American invasions and destruction of Iraq and Libya didn't keep any American safe. It was pure imperialism

[@patrickhayes606]

@@hyvsan9425 oh absolutely, top tier at what they do

[@jerryoshea3116]

The Jack Carr Pod is another show worth listening to!&he's also a really good interviewer!

[@bruderschweigen6889]

Yeah? Wait till you see Chinese foreign policy lol they're next up and you'll come to realize this is about as fair as life would get

[@wescochran8119]

Best one yet Ryan. Great job. The more I watch your videos, the more I realize the great learning points through all of your interviewees are about perseverance, self awareness, maturity, and living and learning from the experience. Thanks!

[@pwrplnt1975]

We all know who failed these men, no politics necessary! Great Video!

[@alexashworth3119]

I hate that word. Politics. Political. It can describe almost anything.... I think the enemy wants us to take a back seat in politics and they want us to be quiet. Now days it's pretty risky speaking up but that doesn't mean we shouldn't do it. That's how this country got its freedom and independence. It all started at dinner tables; porches churches and so on. It's important to inform people who have not been Informed. That's more than half the battle right there. Our enemies are pushing the US towards a civil war and an economic crisis. I don't believe it will be successful but it sure looks like they'll come close. If they could they would and if they did then they would finally feel brave enough to fight us. Thankfully they have underestimated us. You can't get folks to forget what freedom is once they've had it. I doubt they'll ever be able to wipe the world's memory clean of what happened here.

[@karenbass2367]

Hillary happened here!!!

[@OneShotOkie]

So glad I found this pod cast! Props to this channel and how you interview people. Love Tanto wish we could’ve heard more! Thanks for everything y’all have done for this country and what your doing now

[@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji]

Military family here and this episode is excellent- thank You!

[@gunsnsails]

I and my wife went to see the movie. I was choked up a little here and there. My wife and I got married 6 months before I retired so she hadn't endured a deployment and didn't understand some of the lingo or tactics that were brought to light via Hollywood. I have a great memory of that movie night with her. I was selected to go through a GRS class only for it to be cut short by my first bout with covid. I'll never get that opportunity back. Tanto was a little of the driving force behind my decision to go that route coupled with guys I'd met downrange many years ago. Awesome awesome guys!

[@harryabellano2290]

This is hands down my favorite episode. I am just lucky that these kind of interviews exist and its here, gives me a whole new different perspective from people who actually went through tremendous amount of pressure and stress. Loved Tanto’s chill but bada*ss personality, Loved 13 Hours (still hoping to find the actual book), and Loved this podcast. Thank you for this.🤙🏼

[@gregggibson3109]

My first time as a listener, great interview, very informative! I’ve been intrigued by the Benghazi story depicted in 13 Hours, which I’ve now seen 3 times, and the members of the GRS Team that were present there and this was a bonus to my research. Thanks to you and Kris!

[@kathleankeesler1639]

My 1st time too.

[@jestice75]

First time listener, longtime caller.

[@justindavis4962]

Another great story that needs a chapter 2. I enjoy listening to your guests as they tell their stories of what they've done.

[@davematthews3534]

Much respect brother, we need more of u guys in England especially for us veterans!!

[@C-24-Brandan]

Another awesome guest with some incredible stories! You're absolutely Killin' It with exceptional guests, outstanding interviews & stories that everyone should hear and be aware of. Really excited to hear this one, thanks for putting out great content & educating all your subscribers on U.S Military History!

[@Hornsvinet]

Of course I watched 13 hours 90382490238490328094 times and still love it, like the rest of you guys who posted here. If I could pick my own neighbours, "Tanto" would be on that list. I loved how calm, collected and cool his character was portrayed, and now listening to the real Tanto speak, I respect and love him even more. What you and your boys did, took more stones than any civilian could ever dream off having. Deepest respect from here and thank you for your bravery and without knowing you personal, a good and kind man.

[@RichardTucker-xu6ic]

I remember Tanto doing a commercial for sunglasses and always wondered what a little of his history was. This video more than covers any questions that I had. But I'd like to thank you both for your service. God bless you both and yours.

[@oldpain7625]

This is the among the highest quality channels on all of KZbin. First class stuff! Thank you for what you do!

[@rafaelmadrigal9038]

I always enjoy Paronto's conversations. He sounds authentic.

[@ericfoster5453]

Tanto, your story is always inspiring! Thanks for continuing to share.

[@terrenceb.9860]

Outstanding! You need to do about 3 interviews per week to keep me satisfied!😎. My son is in 5th Group and he said all of our special operations people integrate very well into complex missions because we have been at war for so long. He said GRS brings a special ability to the party and is highly valuable to the mission.

[@morpheus8233]

God bless you’re family, Thankyou! ❤️🇺🇸

[@edwardadkins519]

Word

[@charleschidsey2831]

Thank God for our nation that we have real men like Kris and Ryan working for and risking their lives for us. A very humble thank you for your service from one grateful American.

[@JRey-re9rl]

Risking their lives for us? You mean risking their lives for corporations and the interests of the ruling elite. What did Benghazi or any war in the last 50 years do for the common citizen, besides being death, injuries, psychological trauma, and a loss of trillions of tax payer dollars?

[@gsd4me00]

Great interview. Kris obviously took the job seriously, because he is here to talk about it, but he doesn't take himself too seriously which is good to see.

[@doopmeister8676]

Lol yeah soldiers that die and aren't here to talk about it obviously weren't taking their job seriously

[@ChaseKaijuReviews]

Amazing interview! Good work. I absolutely love the movie. I've watched it at least 50 times.

[@ABHMennie]

What a great fricking interview. What a great guy

[@joeeasterling5652]

I like the fact that you can see each veteran's personality that you don't get to see on other interviews. I think what you are doing is memorializing the veterans of our generation. As well as your other colleagues on this platform. Thank you for this.

[@micahwilliams8742]

Been waiting on this one Ryan. Thank you. Great as always.

[@johnwalker7567]

Outstanding!!! That's all I can say, I just found your program and I subscribed. I have some catching up to-do. Job well done.

[@JHillNC]

Excellent, thank you! I sincerely hope for a Round 2 with Tanto.

[@Eddie53172]

Awesome 👏🏽 Thank you for your service, sir. Marked to watch after work 😎

[@kellyBorgman]

Great interview ! Glad all those guys were there. Kris is still a badass !

[@lordgunzerker6901]

Delta force operator Pat Savidge (SGM) should be next on your channel. One of the baddest most experienced operators out there.

[@Historyfreak-f7o]

I saw 13 hours and I have to say I was so proud of those guys I could have burst. Americas best at work under the worst of circumstances. They don’t always survive, but I thank God for each and every one of them.

[@randybedker1584]

Great video. Thank you both of you and your families for your service. Because our service members can't do it without their families.

[@rochelle2269]

I’d love to have Tanto sign my book. 13 hours the movie was an excellent portrayal of the hell our boys went through over there blind. Without their country.

[@davemarcotte8091]

Great interview! Thanks so much!

[@bartbug1]

What an awesome interview, thanks.

[@tonykeast9966]

Thanks for reading my comment and elaborating on it Ryan. Tanto was another top drawer guest and in the list as 'welcome back anytime'!

[@incognitoburrito6006]

What comment?

[@tonykeast9966]

@@incognitoburrito6006 at the very end, he reads a couple of good comments from the past week. He read mine twice now because it was apt. This time as the MOH guest was ill and in the next video too. Sadly. As the man died aged 98.

[@incognitoburrito6006]

@@tonykeast9966 Thanks, I was wondering which one it was. God bless his family

[@georgecoull1883]

Yes! Thank you Ryan 🙏 Tanto is an amazing man, American, leader, selfless and humble 💪🇺🇸

[@randalnoland9149]

I really enjoy these enterviwes, my 2 older brothers served in Vietnam, brings back memories, thanks

[@blackcellagent]

Great interview! God bless you all for what you have done, gone through, and continue you to do!

[@BurnerTurner]

Just got done watching the movie and knew I had to come here next. Thanks guys🇺🇲🦅

[@bradleyshuppert3393]

Of course he would say the Benghazi group was the best he worked with…. That was as historical of a gun fight and battle as Gettysburg….. the intensity was the same even though it was not the same amount of troops…. And to have anyone survive that is epic… everyone’s strength’s and weaknesses are measured and tested and if the outcome was different , there would be nobody to tell his side of the story as accurate and himself….. true fact

[@pwrplnt1975]

How the hell would you know? Were you at either battle?

[@m118lr]

NOW it makes sense with the spelling! “TAnto”…NOT “TOnto”. Cool, awesome guy..MUCH respect brother!

[@Tmac327]

Kris is a Super Hero!

[@apocalypticprepper-67]

Tanto is always great to hear his stories! Great job!

[@arleneauditor7232]

Thank you so much for your service sir. God bless you sir and the rest of your team. this is all i can say, im just so speechless the whole time watching this interview. There is a lot of things going on in my mind the whole time im watching this but its just so hard to put them all together. It gets me emotional too. Im just so blessed and thankful and greatful that Im still alive not having a hint of fear while this guys are facing all the fears but they dont care to feel about it. God bless.

[@Goffas_and_gumpys]

A humble fella, could listen to him for hours chewin' the fat. Was in for 25 years so don't get lost with any of the Mil TLAs. Good stuff, great listen and all the best to you both.

[@DReal_Bull]

Great interview, loved it.

[@darkpassenger65]

I have "13 Hours" in my video library and I must have watched it at lease 50 times.

[@charlesl5226]

Zero footprint is a great book that gives so much background into why everything on that day really happened and what was covered up leading up to and after it all happened.

[@jbx.7995]

Tanto means alot..really thanks for sharing i respect our vet's and active members 👍

[@7point3]

I love getting the whole story. I know the badass he is, it's nice to hear the bad with the good. Badass dude, and great interview.

[@lindagraham9991]

Great interview! I put a comment on an interview with one of the Afghanistan disaster soldier casualty mom's, suggesting she might consider contacting one of you heroes from Benghazi for whatever help to her it may generate. Don't know if she read it and any of those 13 families contacted any of you, so as such a contact may, likewise, be helpful to you heroes as well in some way "with that additional context that showed up later", I am putting in this comment to you among your surviving group in the hopes you see it and consider it. Surely whatever comfort might come from your group those families would be so appreciated by them. Most of that 13 were only in their 20's which pretty much means they hadn't had the experience to build up to at some time confront something like they were thrown into in Afghanistan. I pray that Tanto may see this comment and consider it.

[@nwcoastlife]

Tanto!! Can’t wait for this one

[@softwhiteund3rarm0r]

It's all the different ethnicities that makes America unique and special. And the love of freedom and each other. We are lucky to have soldiers from all colors and creeds under one flag.

[@williamduggins2172]

My first vehicle. 1989 2 tone burgundy and silver Ford Bronco II.

[@danieldunmore9393]

When is the movie coming out about Kris Paronto?!? What a great interview!

[@THKAG1974]

It would be so awesome to meet Kris. I have an aviation background at Ft Campbell but sadly my career was cut short by a med board. My dad was a two tour Vietnam vet who retired post Desert Storm and all I ever dreamed of was attempting to follow after him in success. The 13 Hr story is one to be respected and I honestly feel a rise in my chest everytime I watch it. Meeting the team that returned would be an amazing experience because I would love an opportunity to salute those guys. The sacrifice is recognized men. God Bless each one of you. My family thanks you.

[@barryteter2309]

Thank you both. Great interview. God Bless America 🇺🇸 Sad that these warriors haven't received the CMH.

[@OvelNick]

"... You gonna fight the holy war in shorts?" After reading his book, listening to the shoe recovery story w/ him and Shawn, and other interviews... That fits his vibe 100%.lmao

[@paulhill7952]

Great job again.

[@terryshackelford712]

Cool interview! Thank you!

[@hamedrahi9801]

Amazing podcast as always. Great to see Mr. Paronto here

[@davidfraser7992]

I thank the Lord for men like TANTO.

[@b-6687]

I just finished watching this episode. Congratulations! You mentioned wanting to do a 2nd interview with Kris, who seems to be an incredibly imteresting person. So, when could you make it happen? This would be great and highly appreciated. I watched „13 hours“ multiple times. It is amazing to hear the story frome somebody who was actually part of it.

[@dalehenry4694]

Great show Ryan and Kris🇺🇸

[@apocalypticprepper-67]

His site must have been suppressed. There's 117k followers now. I am a new subscriber to this podcast.

[@kathleankeesler1639]

Thank you for this interview.

[@knndyskful]

It’s interesting to learn about the call sign I figured it was first bc it rhymed and secondly Tanto like the samurai knife I never thought about the lone ranger or the Spanish connection

[@jackreacher.]

32:30 "...not doing PT (in Airborne School).... Which Command Decision created this error?

[@carlabridger2137]

The sense of humor is a big stress release ❤❤❤

[@ChickenODB]

Amazing stories and even more humble Operators. Ryan when will you do your own story?

[@jprosey]

13 hours one of my favorite movies ,

[@chadmurray9506]

Awesome podcast im hooked, weird question to ask in the future im curious what does an operaters diet look like during deployment

[@stand4truth44]

I grieve at the scandal behind this event! Our government has become so corrupt!! These men died because of a Clinton cover up!! Nothing has happened to those evildoers yet!! But, someday they will be held accountable for that tragic day!!

[@Basedapple]

Some day as in...never

[@Historyfreak-f7o]

@@Basedapple There’s always the judgement day. Boy, is that ever gonna be ugly!

[@stand4truth44]

@@Basedapple The last laugh will be on you!! God will hold all you accountable!

[@alexashworth3119]

It is 100% possible to legally hold them accountable. God willing 👍 🇺🇸

[@dbdavec68]

The only people who think Rangers think they are funnier than Marines are Rangers. Great interview!

[@richardhull7021]

Great Podcast. Kris thanks brother.

[@cavemanlovesmoke4394]

Dude this is great channel yall I'm hooked - seen this channel as someone reccomended ur channel so glad I came across it . Ur subs should be so much higher like other commenter said hehe but much love and respect I'll be binging on ur vids :)

[@richardcox6935]

I was fortunate to meet Kris and hear him speak. Later at dinner he went into some more details about Benghazi. PC Politics over the safety of our people, as usual.

[@tudyk21]

Pronto Toronto is a favorite of mine after listening to him speak at a "Reagan Day" GOP fundraiser prior to the election of Trump. I got an unauthorized autograph and met Tanto before the program. He was signing books, but I hadn't bought a book, but I got in line anyway and got the autograph. 😁

[@jeremiah1059]

Louie's Backyard and the Wahoo Saloon were my hangouts when I lived in South Padre in the 90s. I actually won the inaugural Louie's Backyard World Tour of Beers. Even got the light blue satin jacket for my efforts.

[@garryhall8598]

Great episode!!!

[@AmericaVoice]

I still even to this day know the feeling that I have to get back into being there for a other vet. Although I am a Civilian Contractor that didn't have any basic military boot camp stuff, but there is nothing like there the feeling, it is a Grey versus black area. You learn more about yourself more than ever!

[@ProbablyTooLoud]

Respect to Kris !

[@MrJbrew69]

The dreaded "Member-4" copy of your DD214 that describes the "Character of your service".

[@arthurburlington8994]

Ive watched war movie's since my dar took me and my bro to one called The Wild Geese , i was 7 my bro was 5, Rated R. Kris you movie and story is the best. Love you Guys

[@stammercane2427]

Thanks for your service! Sheds light on the little of been told from my cousin whom I've lost to #22ADAY RIP SGT ROBERT "CREATURE" BUDRICK #1SFG #CONTRACTOR # RANGER #TBI

[@RamadiTaxiDriver60M]

Creature was a good dude. RIP Creature.

[@stammercane2427]

Yea he was! I grew up looking up to him! Basically taught me to be the man I am today. He's my older cousin. Did you serve together?

[@RamadiTaxiDriver60M]

@@stammercane2427 for some reason my comment was deleted. Told a story about him. Perhaps because I referenced a book I am writing or maybe because I recommended you follow me on YT for announcements.

[@stammercane2427]

@@RamadiTaxiDriver60M That sucks. Would you mind trying to post it again? Do you have a Twitter handle? Or another way of ke contacting you

[@RamadiTaxiDriver60M]

@@stammercane2427 I’ll try posting it again. Hit me up with my screen name (minus the 60M) on g mail.

[@JamesSmith-pt1os]

CSM Grippe is the Man and was my SGM my first Duty assignment HHC 1/87 INF. To the Top!!

[@fahhcue]

Love this guys T-shirt! 🙌🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@mr.perfect1er]

HRS was a fun course, when I had the opportunity to attend that training

[@danr308]

I really appreciate the zero politics angle man. Good stuff.

[@stevenmarquardt3900]

I admire you when I joined the army I was a dozer operator I did 8 years looking back I wish I went special forces

[@bebot6778]

Dear God I always adore a man who really fight for his country and so devoted. I pray that if you could let me meet someone whom i can love and take care of for the rest of my life. Promise to keep him. And pray for him. Always 🙏

[@Dan-qp1el]

Great episode, love Tanto

[@ThePowerline101]

Thank Killary

[@donaldmartin4980]

After I retired from the Army, I did another sixteen years overseas. First as a force protection officer, then on to Diplomatic Security operations at embassy grounds around the Middle East and Afghanistan . Would I do it again ?……yep. The training courses for these jobs are truly an eye opener. You think you know something going in, you find out you are wrong, lol.

[@kananisha]

I've met him in person, really nice guy.

[@truckert9729]

Many words not enough space. Coming from a fire dept back ground I can under stand so many things of what your saying. Never fire in anger but I've ran in when others were running out. I really want to try some of that vodka.

[@heathbarker9813]

The interview set up is weak. The info is fantastic. 🇺🇲

[@markwebster5749]

Awesome video 👊