Troubled Navy Seal to French Foreign Legionnaire | Taylor Cavanaugh

Taylor Cavanaugh discusses his amazing journey from troubled times aa a navy seal to traveling to France and becoming a legionnaire.
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[@chartreux1532]

I'm glad to see an American who went into the Foreign Legion talk in detail about it. Most of the Time it's Germans, French (of course), Poles, Hungarians, Russians etc. who write Books or in detail talk about it. Especially interesting in this Case because he was a Navy Seal before that, so interesting to hear his Comparisons and Differences. Prost & Cheers from Berchtesgaden in the Bavarian Alps (Veteran of the 23rd Gebirgsjägerbrigade - 231st Battalion of the Bundeswehr)

[@heinzketchup4558]

Ich schließe mich mit einem Glück Ab! an ;)

[@a.g.4843]

Schwachsinns BW….halt die f

[@DrugsBunny973]

All from around the world. I met Guys from Vietnam,New Zealand,Ghana,Mexico,USA,Brasil...Bengladesh.etc etc

[@swschu]

As a former member of the Foreign Legion I have no problem with this dude selling his stories, even deserters have a tale to tell. He can badmouth, belittle and degrade the Legion if he so desires and I still have no problem because he is a deserter, a man who has shown himself to be without honor; a man who cannot be taken at his word. What I DO have a problem with is this dude's reason for his desertion. I heard him say that his youtube videos were saving lives and that the Legion interfered with him doing God's work of saving lives. That's a new reason for desertion.....I did it to do God's work. So, let God work with him on that, but I am shocked at how accepting his fan base is concerning his lack of honor and commitment to his word. If they want to idolize a USNavy SEAL, I would recommend Drago, a man of honor. LPN

[@scottnelson9311]

Agree. What's with guys going on social media promoting themselves? He promotes self realization, yet cannot accept, as you say, his lack of honor and commitment to word.

[@certifiedday1]

Unfortunately, must agree with you

[@CharlieProtocol]

I agree with you I also serve in the legion. I was discharge for medical problems after 3 years in service and I got my CBC. I still regret not being able to finish my 5 years contract. and as you say this guy is selling life advice without mentioning his lack of commitment. The Legion is a really challenging place specially in the psychological aspect don't blame him for being a deserter but for trying to capitalize on it. When you're a Legionnaire you don't talk shit about the legion with the public you share it with yours comrades.

[@JV-Can]

Def Part 2 is needed. Thanks for the interview gents!

[@EatDatBitchAwp]

Such an amazing podcast and this truly helps people who are dealing with issues that need to hear this.

[@EdwardBaker103]

I think Taylor Cavanaugh is one of the most interesting Persons that has been online of late. My only problem with the story is how he left the Legion. He deserted the Legion with almost 8 months of service left. So he is kicked out of the U.S. Navy, Eventually joins the legion and finds what he needs for the time. The Legion helped save him and doesn't get kicked out, but chooses to desert. I understand what it was over, as I listened to one of the other Podcasts where Taylor explained why he went AWOL from the Legion. Had he gotten out of the Legion honorably his story would be absolutely incredible. What the story says now is Taylor found trouble in both of his military services to the U.S. and France.

[@certifiedday1]

Absolutely correct. It would have been such a beautiful story of redemption has he simply waited 8 months to go public

[@devnull7812]

definitely and something is wrong.

[@ThePoshPrince]

That dude just doesn't care about anything but him.

[@stephen8996]

@@ThePoshPrince there's nothing wrong with that sometimes. Do you think the legion cares about him

[@tylersimplot13]

Then why go there in the first place@@stephen8996

[@matteopuzzolante5598]

Finally the video I was looking for is here! Thanks guys for bringing Taylor to the show

[@jamesrosales6387]

Hell yeah, we want round 2. Cheers to you both. God bless.

[@fadelessseeker8765]

Thank god, another Navy Seal goes on social media and creates a life coaching style business. This is so different and exclusive! Cmon dude, can we not be silent professionals anymore?

[@Dhdjdjsjdjsjk]

A lot of them have serious trauma and the only way to cope is to release the thoughts that are inside, we had one operator commit suicide a few days ago.

[@franciscoriordan9595]

Silent professionalism… in tren voice

[@jindrichnovotny2740]

Imagine that he would stay quite professional and never share his story with us. I appreciate that. What he does he does, if it helps it is ok. He does not share any specific Navy Seal story only his life story.

[@codeman9145]

Besides basically every seal becoming lifestyle coaches and writing books and going on 400 podcast telling the same story over and over again. Who isn’t a personal coach or fitness coach these days on social media 😖🥴

[@mechadonia]

Once youre out the title of “navy seal” is the only thing of value u have 2 offer the civilian world… They either become contractors, instructors, or write a book/life coach and stack paper. Shit it’s better than being homeless

[@brandondougherty2136]

Sean, excellent podcast. This interview with Taylor is gold. More folks need to hear this kind of talk, especially in the Veteran community. I’m a Navy Veteran and am very happy to see guys like Taylor and yourself on the right path. We’re all in the same fight. Keep up the good work brother!

[@aoandd]

You motivate me Clayson Cavanaugh.. You Taylor'd your Everything into Anything. You're the ONE.

[@PatrickDize]

Looking forward to round Two! Great episode.

[@315NY]

This was so raw and real. I totally agree with you that other "professionals" who try to talk about hard issues like this don't quite get it right because they have never experienced it. Great episode, keep up the great work.

[@tcavofficial]

The real ones get it👊🏼

[@robertvalle7067]

I appreciate you guys ! We can see the sincerity and kicking butt approach that you had serving our nation being applied to serving our nation in a more daily personal fashion to touch and help tremendously any and all people in our society and around the world to be and do better in life. The Warrior heart and mind grows and spills over to others and generations to come! Thank you gentlemen for your continued strength and help in times of need.

[@RichardPCraft]

great show...I've seen his story multiple times over multiple mediums so super impactful. Having said that I had heard the story, I really enjoyed this episode b/c it highlighted a few different things I have yet to hear based on questions but also the questions you asked in return off something he said...that exchange/conversation was great info

[@Boris1995]

Delighted to see my comrade interviewed here, the Americans I knew, their accent is incredible haha, I had an American team leader who was a former Seals, I would say the South African and American warrior mentalities, but in this as he tells it I have the impression when we return to the legion we are living the same story it's crazy, Thank you comrade for this testimony LEGIO PATRIA NOSTRA!🟢🔴 from France 🤙 🔵⚪🔴

[@mkkpt]

I really needed to hear, let it go or be dragged. Thanks so much.

[@digirole60]

Great message. I got it. I'm changing today. Thanks guys I really needed to hear this. Thanks.

[@azreal712]

100% the reason why podcasts like this are needed. I hope they see your comment.

[@jesperpetersen636]

I love this interview. I have been at that Dark inner place too because of bad choises. Drugs and a messed up behavior. The only Way is death or some how moving forward with total honesty. What a story. 🙏🏻❤️💪

[@gri7]

I want to hear round 2 and just nothing but French Foreign Legion stories

[@tcavofficial]

👊🏼⚜️

[@khanglo6326]

Agreed

[@denismcelligott4088]

He has his own channel - www.youtube.com/@tcavofficial. He detailed his time in the legion on there.

[@BluegrassKnight]

Really great to hear this story, very glad things worked out for you and that you were willing to go the extra mile to achieve your goals, especially since the main one was to serve your country! I would like to say the beginning of your story is very similar to my earlier life, except when I tried to enlist, I too was also on probation! I ended up taking a diversionary deal (which I didn't know would take 5 yrs.) to expunge my record, only to find out that I had to wait until it was over to enlist! Unfortunately, during my wait I got in a little trouble and they took my diversion away, so was unable to enlist, really wish I would have known of going to the FFL! Definitely think that would have changed my life, I'm from a military family and so I got very depressed when I couldn't serve, so I just said screw it and got in more trouble! I have gotten my life mostly back on track now and am doing alright, I just wanted to share that, so you know that meant a lot to me and I hope other young guys like us who have had rough childhoods see this and know there is always a way, don't give up like I did, I still regret it! Thanks for serving and sharing!

[@travismiller4614]

Great interview

[@paulanerruhrpott6188]

Fascinating. Could not stop listening

[@U-TubeSurfer45]

Great job guys. 👏 Awesome interview. And thank you "Buck", for not cutting of his train of thought like lots of interviewers do. 🙏 :

[@Jackyboy450]

Good shit for having my guy on 💪

[@chrisemerson7743]

I’m glad he asked him that question about “closed doors”! Like if he was born that way to never see a closed door as the end or if it came from hard work and determination! I’ve always been like that. At a young age I actually thought it was my charm that opened some of these doors, like no one could deny me requests! Perhaps sometimes it was I guess. But then it was brought to my attention how if and when I’m turned away and out of ideas or answers I would always ask, “what should I do”! Or “then how do I get in there”, “what would you do if you were me”! Thing of that sort! I did this subconsciously too! But I also have the attitude that regardless, things will be alright. I’ll land on my feet and if I don’t then I’ll pick myself up and walk that shit off!

[@BrianClunie]

The most truly inspiring story!

[@dennisaston3551]

Its great seeing him taking responsibility for his actions.

[@hr1meg]

Love, Taylor. People who keep it real are the best.

[@tcavofficial]

👊🏼

[@Direct_D]

Good conversation.

[@PROJECT-AMBITION]

Great job on keeping your channel going, I hope that this reaches more people as time goes on.

[@user-jk5jx1rm8t]

Thank both of you. Truthfully

[@dennisaston3551]

Thanks for sharing brother.

[@tcavofficial]

👊🏼

[@Makkgia]

Brother, one of the best videos I've seen, without a doubt, were the words and inspiration I need to steer my ideas and my life on the right track. Thank you very much."

[@FNGACADEMY]

I appreciate that!

[@One_out_of_144K]

I've seen other personal interviews with "Taylor Cavanaugh," but this is by far theee best detailed, M-Fkn realest, and best interview of Taylor. Best interview I've seen in a long time. Inspri-fkn-rational! Good shit Buck. -Georgie Porgie. 1/144,000

[@tcavofficial]

👊🏼

[@FNGACADEMY]

thanks bro!

[@tonytorres3911]

Love this dude.

[@maxcullen3427]

Completely legendary man respect from England 👏🏻👏🏻that 1 punch section as have TBI hospital for 15 years hit once in Australian pub 5 week. Coma still can’t talk or walk so oh I know 1 punch can ruin few lifetimes

[@raybejar7074]

Run it back guys! Looking forward to it! Wishing you guys the best!

[@Crangaso]

The collab we all needed and was waiting for. Taylor on the next round of Beers (give him sparkling water) and Breakdowns would be ill AF. Let him pick the movie.

[@kelletamas]

Amazing! Please talk more about the Legion!

[@ericcoburn9599]

Great video

[@user-jm3pc1bi4t]

Taylor really hits the nail on the head a lot. Glad to have a guy like him in the veteran community.

[@danielvillarreal6610]

Interesting interview! You have learned and remade yourself. I worked in the court system for many years and I used to hear “They said I [did X].” Conversely, you say, “I did [X, Y, and Z] and they were stupid and I was immature/etc.” You take ownership of your actions. Keep moving forward!

[@carlosmartoral6268]

The mental and physical toughness is what really impresses me about Taylor Cavanaugh. I still say that genetics plays an important part of human physiology. Keep on trucking!

[@tewkewl]

Dude I've been waiting for this dude! Thanks Buck!

[@FNGACADEMY]

Hope you like it!

[@hbm3dia]

Pls yes another one for more detail on the LE

[@resipsaloquitur13]

This is an excelent interview fellas.

[@tcavofficial]

Bro the real ones get it👊🏼

[@TRAVERZULU3]

round two!! Heck yeah

[@sanandreasX]

Awesome podcast!🇺🇲

[@FNGACADEMY]

Much appreciated!

[@chrisakins692]

Fantastic interview. Id love to know what recommendations you have for reading?

[@FNGACADEMY]

thank you! some really impactful books for me have been... Outwitting The Devil The Alchemist The 50th Law 12 Rules (unfortunately beyond order didn't do it for me)

[@Rowsey63]

He’s learned a lot about himself and accomplished things I couldn’t imagine. He’s got a deep down drive all while being self-destructive in the past. He’s found out his mistakes and learned from them. A lot of people can relate to his past behavior and learn from him. I’m glad he’s sharing his life story.

[@latsnojokelee6434]

I don’t know. I think it’s curious that he continuously got in trouble with the law by doing really dumb things. He practically threw away his career in the seals by getting into a dumb bar fight. He could’ve easily had a great 20 years plus full retirement, but just seemed to feel the need to get into stupid fights and go to jail often.

[@Rowsey63]

@@latsnojokelee6434 I’m sure he thinks about that and has learned some valuable lessons. He’s better inside his head for it.

[@anxomillaraveiga9404]

Let,s go for the second session

[@kyle47922]

Great interview on the next podcast can you please go in depth of the French Foreign Legion?

[@BeingJapan]

I like how you said there are fake gurus out there. It is totally accurate. Learn from those who have gone through adversity; they can give you the truth.

[@DonnyBrook762]

It is amazing what you can do when option C is your only option.

[@dennisaston3551]

As a guy with TS clearance, hearing "all my court cases" is pretty freaking mind blowing. Love his story but man oh man.

[@Dirkdiggl]

Pretty sure if you can make it through buds they don’t care about your past too much

[@dennisaston3551]

@@Dirkdiggl if you’ve ever held a security clearance you know if it’s within 7 years they care. SEALS need to get and maintain a security clearance.

[@jamesgeist9535]

Thank you sir.

[@jspencer9952]

yeah Definitely need Taylor Cavanaugh for Part 2 and Talk about the French Foreign Legion and a Little bit about his Time in Prison and how he overcome That Situation yeah like the Podcast and Do Taylor Cavanaugh Part two

[@PoliticallyInsensitive]

7:55, another thing I've noticed about the "broken" is the ones that do become successful generally in hindsight take the blame for their actions. They may have been pissed off at the time but later in life it's "yeah, i deserved that".

[@Joseffpatrick]

I really appreciate the hosts questions. Hope this is on spodify

[@tcavofficial]

Appreciate you here brother🤙🏼

[@myview4u2think]

This type of candour is rare,most people wouldn’t acknowledge self pity. It’s considered weaknes. I’ve I had a self sabotage problem.These guys give me hope.

[@duncanmccalla1772]

Awesome interview.

[@Hiberno_sperg]

I've a similar story to Taylor. I served in the Royal Irish Regiment from 2002 to 2008. I tried for the SAS and they screwed me on the background check. I left the regiment and hit the booze hard. I went to FFL to "find myself". I hated every minute of it, I got cancer while serving. I realised that I didn't need to run away to fix myself. Lot of wasted time.

[@iznogood3147]

"They screwed me". Take accountability.

[@Seantorky3]

How's the cancer going mate? Hope you are well.

[@Hiberno_sperg]

@@iznogood3147 they screwed me on the background check. I declared everything. I passed first phase of selection and they sent me packing because I had a family member that was a member of a proscribed organisation. I had never broke breath with the person so how can I "take accountability" for someone else?

[@Hiberno_sperg]

@@Seantorky3 aye I'm all clear. On medication for life but I'm able to do 10 mile runs and 18 mile rucks. All things considered, life is good.

[@Seantorky3]

@@Hiberno_sperg Man thats one hell of a life. I can't do that ( slipped disk). Rock on man.

[@LeDiamondDog]

Awesome guy 🇫🇷

[@toddmauer9284]

Thank you.

[@archeogeek315]

53:18 My dad should have told my grandma. Because now I hear the story every years "When he joined the legion for 6 month I didn't know if alive or dead". She's never getting over it.

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

TCav making his rounds!!! Awesome testimonial and incredible story is right! Reminds me of myself, but obviously not military, I'm a civilian, always have been, but the trauma we went through, does shape us and we become the men we are due to it. Awesome interview. Thanks guys! Get over and follow TCav.

[@saileshnatenatesan8495]

Awesome interview, thanks 🙏🏼 🇺🇲

[@jesusortiz6510]

Gracias Señores for the sincerety! Semper Fi! Viva Cristo Rey!

[@SPQR-ty4wz]

Round 2 lets go

[@stephenwilson9872]

The. Skill set. Needed

[@elsuperpollo2273]

I got my nephew and younger brother watching Taylor, and one of them is trying out for the ffl pipeline even after his gang past.

[@abelmore7]

Looking forward to round 2!

[@JF-wz2ls]

This guy is making the youtube rounds having done several interviews lately. I was very disappointed that he ended up deserting from the Legion in the end. His justification for doing so doesn't hold up to his message of wanting to live honorably. He still clearly has a lot to learn. I hope he gets there one day.

[@codeman9145]

I didn’t know that, why did he leave the legion?…dude had maybe a year left of that

[@JF-wz2ls]

@@codeman9145 He had less than a year to go, and he was making his own youtube videos and the command found out and told him he had to take them down. He refused and walked away. He tells the story on another video on Soft White Underbelly. What really bothered me is that he had no remorse deserting. He just laughed it off by saying France wasn't his country anyway, and he didn't want to face his punishment for not complying with an order. He will still clearly justify doing whatever he wants, whenever he wants. The interviewer didn't even press him on it either.

[@codeman9145]

@@JF-wz2ls He was blowing up and found the opportunity to cash in on social media, probably couldn’t wait a year at the rate he was going would be my guess.

[@swschu]

@@JF-wz2lsI agree. The acceptance of dishonor shocks me, not the fact that another American deserted from the Legion.

[@hazod3156]

thats not just Special forces, thats combat arms in general that feels that way.

[@NTONYO]

I hate and love algorythm because I got very little going for me right now and I Neededto hear this mans story

[@tcavofficial]

🤙🏼

[@docegger26]

I believe DNA plays a role in the path you take. Both my mom’s parents have a long line of military service. Her dad’s side started with a German Knight. So when I went in to the Air Force was a lock.

[@JuanVargas-gx3tx]

I dropped put of high school at age 17 left my parents home because cause I thought my homies where gonna help I feel into drugs for the next 2 years it became an everyday thing I was living in side my truck for 4 months and when I ran out of drugs money that's when everything hit me I realized how much I actually fucked up the homies I called homies turned there back on me and after I realized all that I quit my drug addiction it wasn't easy but I did it helped my self out and felt way better than before and on 2/19/2024 I went into a US Navy recruiters office and took a practice asvab test I wasn't far from the score I wanted but I know I could do better ima be back in 2 months a get that score. If you truly believe in yourself you can do nothing is impossible.

[@ChristinaCayo]

Delusionally confident ❤ Fucking love that! "So you're saying there's a chance"!

[@KC-UT4rmAZ]

Taylor is a very controversial figure to me. I’ve watched numerous podcasts with him and on him. He seems to have accomplished a lot but at the same time he never finishes what he starts. Even at this point in his life he refused to finish out his FFL contract because they wanted him to stop posting on social media. He couldn’t just hold for a few months. But instead he gave them the finger and left. He seems like the guy that goes after what he wants but when things don’t go his way he’s nothing but excuses and justifications and now he’s making a living from that. My PERSONAL, conclusion is he’s the person/example of what not to become. Alright everyone, shit away on me.

[@certifiedday1]

This is correct even though it’s unfortunate to say

[@captainofnumenor8221]

Nothing to criticize here about this comment. Seems spot on about this mans character.

[@jonathanvalle6582]

💩💩💩

[@carlhamilton6628]

My conclusion too. Watch him reinvent himself again when the 5 minutes of YT fame is gone too!

[@7degreesofsimilarity777]

Most of us are going to do most things, if not everything imperfecty. The man he is, wants to be & is working harder than most men to become... Inspirational!!! And making his life's work to help men become the best versions of themselves that they can be, well if that's something you can criticize... Maybe you should get on his roster!!! SLAY THE DAY!😤

[@radiolefantome8936]

I was told that my grandfather was in the French foreign legion before coming to the states in the 50 s. I was around him several years before he died. I have looked everywhere for information. Only to run into dead ins.

[@swschu]

Simply write the BALE in Aubagne and include his matriculation number. The Legion maintains extensive records.

[@Winchell14]

As a former soldier I can definitely relate to parts of his story. Fuck the medals. Keep doing what youre doing brother

[@thechadillac1211]

Great interview.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Thank you!

[@scottkullman2373]

Taylor is just like David Lee Roth. He is a front man. He never gets to his destination despite his current presentatio n of himself. You gotta have some substance behind you in life, not just a lot of excuses.

[@PeDr0.UY131]

Very interesting interview 👍

[@FNGACADEMY]

Thanks for listening

[@Andy-te1mw]

Great interview! I had to listen to the whole thing. Freaking wild story.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@certifiedday1]

Guys, if you are a trained fighter, please listen to the lessons here and don’t go out to bars. Drink at home with friends. One bar fight in ten seconds can ruin your life

[@aphysique]

Saw him on Mark's show, wit Soft white Underbelly, worth a watch!!

[@janetstorm7881]

WOW, this man has the biggest arms I've ever seen, WHOA!

[@aphysique]

go look at a dude by the name of Rich Piana...lol..jacked

[@janetstorm7881]

@@aphysique will do

[@Blackmaplepodcasts]

This guy is a real G👌

[@danoneall4013]

People say alcohol isn't a problem... Once or twice, ok.. More than 3 like this man. Wake up.

[@heribertogonzalez3186]

I don’t think that anyone has asked, “Did’e see any action” when with the teams & with the Legion; Just because you’re deployed doesn’t mean you see action.

[@latsnojokelee6434]

I listened to most of an interview with him on another podcast, and I don’t remember him mentioning much about combat. His whole life story seems to be petty crimes and then eventually getting into the seals and more dumb bar fights and then leaving for the French foreign Legion, and then getting out of that too.

[@louieboe1164]

Nice work

[@FNGACADEMY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ninadbal1069]

First time I’ve seen someone fall into so many ditches one after another.

[@shawnmurphy3693]

It’s what I am going through the whole doors closing on me and keep on going to find my way it’s been fun lol 😂

[@stephenwilson9872]

I don’t know any other. Well trained. Intelligent. Military. Caliber operator That is hood. Ready. No. Back up

[@davidyates1299]

What watch is Taylor wearing - Rolex Sub?

[@cameronhermann9400]

Cool video. By the way have you guys seen The Last of Us show? It has tactics, tough survival tactics, weapon choices, and just a fascinating story you guys would love

[@williambailey8931]

Agreed that broken road is what makes you that simple pure way highway .Right on men we hear you

[@jaygupta2875]

People don't always avoid coaching out of ego: sometimes they're scared that they don't have the money or possibly other resources like time or energy.

[@januariawilson5648]

Iam interested to join legion, but need more information, this is great conversation to hear!