Tom Satterly - The Battle of Mogadishu "Black Hawk Down" 30th Anniversary | SRS #77 Part 2

This week on SRS, we welcome Command SGT Major (R), Tom Satterly to the show. Satterly is a former Delta Force Operator with over twenty years of combat experience. He has participated in operations all across the globe. We're breaking his incredible story into a three part series.
Part 2
Thirty years ago, on October 3, 1993, U.S. forces planned to seize two of Mohammed Farah Aidid's top lieutenants during a meeting deep in Mogadishu. The raid was only intended to last an hour, but exploded into an overnight standoff and rescue operation extending into the daylight hours of the next day. Operation Gothic Serpent would claim the lives of 18 U.S. service members-the deadliest battle since Vietnam. Tom Satterly was on the ground that day. This is his story.
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00:00 - Introduction
04:45 - Soldiers in Trash Bags
08:46 - October 3rd
15:35 - The Battle of Mogadishu
48:20 - The Flight Home
57:39 - Memorial for Matt
1:02:14 - Driving Test/PTSD
1:15:20 - Advice for Operators
1:24:38 - Iraq Mission
1:43:24 - Kid with a BB Gun
1:57:58 - Halloween Night Battle
2:07:27 - Operation Red Dawn
2:14:25 - Getting Saddam
2:25:49 - Getting Fired
2:35:57 - New Team/Retirement

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[@zimcanit6647]

You're the man Sean!

[@zimcanit6647]

*shawn

[@barbarabain1477]

We need a device that will detect hidden cameras is hotels and on our cars. Ideas ? Thank you 😊

[@jeffhahn5106]

Thanks Shawn, I went through the Q Course with Tom, and he has always been a standup guy and professional, hearing him recount this is very inspiring and helpful for so many.

[@zimcanit6647]

I am not American, but thank you for your service sir and God bless you.

[@jeremyleforce7926]

The way Shawn sits back and lets his guest tell their story. No interruption, no trying to interject his own thoughts. This is why this channel is the best!

[@ChapterMasterADO]

Agree

[@stewybrooks]

Puss in boots 🤫

[@bookiemooks]

S h d

[@Rorschach_theghost]

@@stewybrookshuh?

[@frankflstf]

Absolutely

[@timwhite1739]

Very humble Guy. I reached out to him on Instagram after having my own struggles this year. He talked to me like i was one of his own family members. I have the utmost respect for Tom.

[@MaxVerslappin48]

I hope your doing Ok.

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

as the reply above says, I how your doing better now friend. But if things are still rough, I hope you're being kind to yourself. Progress isn't linear, more of a few steps forward or sideways, a few back, round a corner, and onward again.

[@m4a1_delta66]

@@RealElongatedMuskrat that made me tear up man thank you for that I needed it

[@timwhite1739]

Thank you so much for the encouraging words. To say this year has been hard would be an understatement, but I'll never stop pushing forward. Looking for the positives in each day is becoming easier.

[@angelapursley2811]

That is awesome to know. Hope you are doing alright. I just want to give him a gigantic hug😢😢😢

[@gar207]

The pain in this man's voice is so overwhelming you can almost taste it. I feel like a voyeur watching something that wasn't meant to ever see. I pray this warrior stays healthy and finds a reason to keep moving forward. A true hero on and off the battlefield by helping others. Thank you for being the one who answered the call.

[@dannyrowe6720]

It's actually pretty important that you DO see, and let it burn in real good.

[@RY-TIOUSRY]

pure eloquence your words.

[@RY-TIOUSRY]

pure sacrifice, for 30 yrs I thought I knew what happened, I knew nothing. I'm humbled and ashamined.

[@RY-TIOUSRY]

at myself for my ignorance. and how easy I had it.

[@frogger2513]

Jesus Christ is the reason

[@annefischer3530]

I was one of the flight nurses in the tent next to that hangar. We were the casualty collection point for that battle of Mogadishu. It was interesting to hear his side of the story. We only had 3 nurses assigned, but that day, we had 4 because my replacement was there. I was due to leave the next morning on October 4th, but we were still treating patients from the battle, so I couldn't leave. I got there three days before Task Force Ranger. I was also in the medical tent when the mortar (or RPG?), that he talked about, hit 11 people in front of the ranger hangar. That was another mass casualty a few days later. It was tough. I've never watched the movie. I don't want to relive it.

[@LazarusBarbee]

I was in the ICU of the 46th Combat Hospital, as the Rangers were brought in the unit as mass cas....I was there with an unknown disease/infection...and put in quarantine as they were being brought in. It was later discovered that I had a subcutaneous larvae infection...it was biblical; raised boils with puss leakage...my skin has never been right since

[@MrNcgy]

Wow, that must've been extremely challenging. Thank you for caring for our guys.

[@lt.spears1889]

Respect 🫡

[@damonjakobeit1830]

Thanks for your service

[@ryanelek5327]

Thank you for your service and taking care of our warfighters. God bless you

[@hunterspiri7830]

This man just showed us his entire heart. It was an honor and a privilege to listen to his story.

[@topman7952]

He was a murder he deserves no sympathy

[@thekrazycarguy]

⁠@@topman7952it’s ok. This man and many others served for you to be wrong in your opinion.

[@benvarela4472]

@@topman7952 He served his country so that you can have the rights to say that. I give him kudos for doing the work that MOST men would never do

[@Snickerszn]

@@topman7952Luke love to hear your reasoning on this. Considering adid was commuting genocide for years before the coalition tried to help them.

[@JohnnyBoy357]

@@topman7952 yeah “top man” my ass 😂

[@brown2889]

It is horrible that warriors be disrespected like that at the end of a full and honorable career. Thank you for your service Tom. 🦅🇺🇸

[@Mark-uh4zd]

This country now seems to do more for illegals than it does for citizens and people who served the country. In todays climate, being a victim and being told that you are oppressed and celebrating weakness is gospel. Very sad what has become the United States.

[@SKQS88]

That stunned me as well. These guys gave everything they had at the expense of their family life to stay in that organization. Extremely disrespectful

[@kyle47922]

​​@SKQS88 I could tell you stories about my last unit and how they treated me. You would expect the 82nd Airborne Division to treat people better, but that not the case.

[@fbg57]

@@kyle47922grow a pair. You wouldn’t last for an hour in the Vietnam jungles.

[@svtk3498]

Like he said it’s more common than you think. The military is a meat grinder for using people and throwing them away.

[@robertvail6013]

This is one of your best “Sit downs”. I got pissed off hearing about how he was treated at retirement! It seems so many of our heroes are just discarded by the machine with no more thoughts than throwing away a old appliance. I pray this changes

[@awKtn32-_-]

@@Peterbrendanalbert you are also promised great benefits such as healthcare and mental care which they say vets are supposed to get for life but that doesn’t seem to be the case this country tends to treat vets like shit and no that’s not what they signed up for. I know in hindsight many would probably do it all over again but the struggles vets go through after giving their lives to this country are completely unacceptable. One can know what their “signing up” for but that still doesn’t excuse the government from taking care of these warriors and their families. Which should be life long support for a career JSOC guy.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Thanks for joining us Robert.

[@5jjt]

​@Peterbrendanalbert You say that as if it's that way on retirement for everybody. That's called all-or-nothing thinking, black or white thinking, and it isn't helpful for anyone, including you.

[@angelapursley2811]

​@@Peterbrendanalbertare you for real....be grateful you have the right to spout your hateful, horrible crap

[@scottmac007]

because we have literal scumbag traitors in charge in DC

[@boost7983]

So blown away to hear he wasn't awarded his unit colors, no legion of merit... That's some sorry shit. Hard to believe they would ever treat any distinguished member of such an elite group that way. Absolute respect, and appreciation for his service. Thanks for sharing his story, he's an inspiration.

[@danny_the_machinist]

Shawn , one guest you might want to consider having on is Brad Halling . Brad was in Super 62 with both Gordon & Shughart , giving aerial sniper support . Brad was manning the minigun as both were inserted on to the deck to support Durant . Super 62 was hit by an RPG that clipped Brad’s leg , which led to amputation . Super 62 miraculously made it back to a safe location. Brad and his Wife own and operate Halling Whiskey . By far one of the most humble human beings I have ever seen in my life .

[@jamesgunnyreed]

I just saw him tell his story (a short version) on the BRC channel.

[@cameronland4439]

I second this suggestion!!! Brad is a legend!

[@ge5841]

YES!

[@hazor777]

I work at a high end resort hotel, and I’m gonna see if they will contact Halling for purchase / sale of the products in our hotel and restaurants

[@jimherron642]

I'd love that!

[@FAROUTWITHFAUST]

Coming from a military family, of which many died, this pod is without a doubt the most powerful platform in the game! Shawn you are a fucking angel! I pray for you daily botha! Thank you for your tremendous service on every level!

[@Otis-uz1tf]

I'm in agreement.....stop cussing though

[@tommymc7535]

@@Otis-uz1tfHow do you survive, with all that soy coursing through your veins?

[@froot6086]

@@Otis-uz1tf Youre telling a more than likely grown adult on the internet to stop cussing. The world doesnt revolve around your feelings

[@dylanhoaglin1814]

@@Otis-uz1tffuck no

[@diddlethepoodle4812]

The trauma this man has endured. After all these years still feeling like it was yesterday. You can hear and sense the heartache from him. God bless you man. I hope you find the peace you deserve after all this time.

[@jameson3214]

Its strange that these are the only guys I can listen to so intently for hours. Thank you Tom, Shawn, and all our veterans.

[@brucem7390]

And replay parts over and over because in some instances you feel such empathy.

[@l82theparty4]

Some of these interviews that lasted 2-5 hrs I wanted more at the end.

[@georgecoull1883]

Gordon and Shugart were American studs and completely selfless and truly heroic

[@gimlithebrave6354]

They will be remembered, like the heroes of old.

[@Mark-uh4zd]

What burns my balls is that today, people like Shugart and Gordon are not honored or recognized as heros by todays culture. People like al sharpton and dylan mulvaney ane george floyd (none of these names deserve capitalization) are honored as heros instead. We celebrate victimhood instead of courage.

[@Jazzman-bj9fq]

Yes they were but that whole task force that left the wire that day were all heroes.

[@colinkelly990]

I was there 30 years ago today. Part of a AF medical evacuation team located just across the road from the hanger where Tom and the others stayed. I arrived in July 1993, we were mortared a couple of times a week, Sunday’s seemed more frequent. If my memory serves me correctly, we lost 4 Army service members in August from what we called at the time, a command detonated mine (IED). Those were the first KIA I had ever seen. Move forward to October 3, it was about 1600 and someone ran up to me and said we had casualties incoming. And they did. The first one I remember was Dominick Pilla (KIA). And they kept coming, it was a long 18 hrs for me but nothing like the men in the fight. After Mike Durants capture, I recall the Black Hawks flying around playing rock music and sending messages to Mike. I still get goose bumps thinking about. I remember an awards ceremony and shortly after a mortar attack injured several and I think one KIA. Bill Wise, myself and others scrambled across to the Ranger hanger to help treat injured. A few weeks later when we were schedule to rotate home we had a party with the Task Force members, let’s say myself and Shelton had the pleasure🙄 of being flex cuffed to a litter and propped up in the mess tent. I never felt or ever will to be a part or at least that close to a group of such high caliber soldiers or individuals. I really had never shared much of this before but it seemed appropriate considering the date. Shawn love your show, Tom thanks for sharing your story. God Bless!

[@DefendTheStar]

Thank you for your service and saving as many as you did.

[@SW-qs2iq]

Thank you for your service sir.

[@aggiemom2]

Thank you for sharing this and thank you for your service.

[@markhuskey-ko5uo]

Thanks for your service. I was in Korea when this went down.

[@TURTLEORIGINAL]

Who was your C.O.?

[@The85F0X]

“The smell” of bleach. For those that haven’t served there are certain smells that you can’t smell the same, bleach, trash burning, rubber burning and the smell of the iron in blood. It’s something that stops you and sometimes sets you off. As a former team guy, this interview has helped me so much especially the explanation of why I go to being an 8 with something so small shouldn’t bother me. Thank you brothers

[@kevinrichards1539]

" For those that haven’t served" Its not just those that served. Its also the LEO's and FF and Medics to name a few, that deal with that. Thanks for your service and all that deal with the post experience.

[@rosie1964]

Man, I so understand "the smell" ..... I can "smell" a woman in Walmart, my "spidey senses " scream, my poor wife can't understand ,(she's civilian)....like Tom said 30 yrs out "it hit" , 2wks in the "VA happy shack"...." I'm all better"

[@lucasbarry6271]

​@kevinrichards1539 I had ptsd..but I never served. Why do I deserve your thanks just for being hurt. These guys CHOSE to be in a position to endure this hurt FOR us. We are strong, but they are the heros my brother❤

[@kevinrichards1539]

@@lucasbarry6271 My thank you was to the OP, for his service. And I was giving a nod, specifically, to FF's, as I was one. Smells can be a huge trigger. At least they were for me. For a while it was like BAMB and I was back on a scene. Hero is too often thrown about, while we live in a world of posers.

[@TRPyaggia]

I haven’t serve in the military but I’m a law enforcement officer. There was one fatal crash I showed up to, and that particular crash kind of made think a lot after the fact. The person that died was a young lady that reminded me so so much of my wife… but yes, there was a blood iron smell, kind of salt and pepper smell in the scene but days after the incident every time I was cooking and used salt and pepper it Would take me to that crash on my mind. Super weird…

[@geoffmatero]

I’ve never cried during an episode. But when he talked about PTSD it was like looking in a mirror. Thank you for the show, Shawn.

[@davidmcclue6853]

I hear ya. I'm getting a referral today to start seeing a therapist. I was not in the military but so many things he talked about reminded me of incidents of violence. I finally felt like.....wow...I feel like he feels. Emotional triggers from childhood abuse. It doesn't feel hopeless to me anymore.

[@rorynewbrough5977]

If you haven't, be sure to watch the DJ Shipley episode. That one BROKE ME

[@echo6echo419]

It took me 20 years to figure out what all that was with me. All of the things that he was talking about, it didn't make sense, but yeah it's like looking in a mirror. How many times I heard from my wife, "Your message is good, your delivery sucks" just like Tom said. Why she's stuck with me is beyond me. She forced me to talk about it and face it. "I'm good" doesn't work anymore. I hope all my brothers and sisters get the help they need and face it like Tom said...

[@fedupamerican6534]

The pain this man feels. Our vets deserve so much more. When Tom said when I’m sad, ashamed and these other feeling he was mad. He lived at 5 rage and would take it to 8 it really hit me hard

[@ZAN-THE-GOAT]

I hope you are doing ok. I hope you have a great day. ❤ from Australia 🇦🇺

[@alonzokincaid1362]

I joined the teams on cod back in the early 2000s. The training missions were grueling. The live missions were something of legend..

[@Robmancan1987]

Yeah. You're supposed to go through everything he went through on a Monday and stop by Walmart for toilet paper on Tuesday. People just don't understand.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Tom had an incredible message to share and we're glad to hear the path he is on.

[@GammaPavonis]

@@alonzokincaid1362”I joined the teams on COD” 😭😭😭😭😭

[@hankskiar1571]

Salute to our brave warriors who we lost in the battle of Mogadishu. You will never be forgotten. 🇺🇲

[@skp8748]

Sent to their deaths by the corrupt CIA

[@stevenhulbert7540]

Thank you Mr. Satterly for your bravery, compassion and will to survive, sorry you had to deal with the pain of losing your teammates. Only to the end of Mogadishu battle, reminds me of listening to Mark Geist relating the Benghazi debacle.

[@Wastelander1972]

I really felt it when he said “When the bugler and the bagpipes play”. Been there. Heard that. Tore me to pieces too. God bless, Tom.

[@ArmyVeteran85.93]

I am sorry to hear that the Army was so unprofessional towards you when you finished your 25 years- and you deserved every bit of recognition, and special treatment for your service. I hope you know that your fellow Veterans recognize you as an inspiration and an Amazing Soldier. Thank you for your unfiltered interview and raw emotions. You are a Badass and an example for all Men - vet or not

[@anonaki-mt6xb]

Experiencing Tom's past and present pain, especially when his lower lip quivers, is viscerally heart-wrenching. I so want to give this man a real deep hug, in the most appropriate, compassionate, and affirming way. Tom, if by chance you read this, self-hug buddy. Self-hug, from myself personally and from so many of us that you have so openly shared with. Namaste Brother :)

[@BretJennings]

Wow, so well said! You perfectly articulated what I was experiencing as well. Thank you.

[@anonaki-mt6xb]

I was initially feeling self-conscious before I posted it, then I considered what he so openly shared with all of us. I'm glad I did. Right on Brother. And Thank You.@@BretJennings

[@doctorquib]

I felt exactly the same. Very well said

[@josephmumma6997]

My brother you are a real life SUPER MAN, I’m so sorry for what happened and THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE SIR!

[@zushabettoun5623]

When he starts to describe how he locks up when recalling stories hits home hard! I never thought of it as PTSD till today.

[@MusicianMaster]

Tom is a savage and a hero 🫡 His vulnerability and bravery to relive his testimony is courageous. Thanks Shawn and Tom. 👏

[@1Ladybuilder]

I have never watched such a long podcast and hung on every word, and felt every swallow as Tom relived his experience. Many of us from Danny McKnight’s hometown know the “home-side” battles these warriors face. To have sacrificed so much only to be treated as Tom was in his last 2 years - is an absolute DISGRACE!! What lack of personal integrity at the top. God BLESS you both & thank you for your service. 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸

[@havanamarlena]

I admire the way Tom Satterly never gave up over coming his inner demons and becoming a better husband and father. God bless him.

[@achtarmorad5299]

Wow! All i can say is that this hits DEEEEEEP!!!! Thank u all for ur service and all sacrifice.. Thank you Shawn for doing this

[@benjaminstefaniak819]

This is one of the deepest interviews I have ever seen. So much respect for Tom and his ability to deliver his story, and Shawn for giving myself and our younger generation the opportunity to learn from these heroes.

[@KSCummins6.7L]

I've watched every episode of the SRS and these past cpl about Somolia have really gotten to me. Being an OIF and OEF Army serviceman, I can feel his pain and anger. This man gave more then anyone can ever repay him and to hear his final interview and see the pain in his eyes, the sorrow in his voice speaks volumes and I wish I could just shake his hand and tell him thank you!!!

[@Yahkthegeneral]

Thank u for what? Invading another country n killin people for the corp America ? You were never in danger

[@bryanduchane2371]

Completely agree!!

[@motorizedbikestuff5339]

every military guy interview iv seen the military guy tells everyone why hes a badass, this badass military guy tells everyone why hes a human. best interview iv ever seen. i wish you well.

[@YetiMama]

Man, I’m sitting here tearing up every 5 minutes. This show and dudes like Tom are doing more for vets than any shrink. So much respect for Tom for sharing and being vulnerable in front of so many.

[@davidmc1489]

I was 9 yrs removed from 🇮🇶 when i had a "moment"😢.....some dude was talking to me and said something that triggered a memory.....as a man we dont cry.....took me a little while to figure out why i had my "moment"😢😢😢😮 sandals and sand

[@grose93alexander67]

Tragic day in American history. It’s honor to hear this guy’s testimony. I sure do wish we could have held every skinny accountable for weeks on end with intelligence. Godbless you brotha for your bravery and your service! Great listen thus far

[@IbrahimAli-kl2ru]

Skinny here. I wish none of you came. But since you did come I wish none of you went back home.

[@stevenstrother7129]

This one touched me like non of the previous episodes. I’m not a veteran but everyone could benefit from this one. Thank you Tom for all your sacrifices and your service. This country is a better place because of men like you sir.

[@oliveradams1555]

'Living inside the castle walls, spitting on the guards.' That stuck with me. I really like that awareness, that you still dont hate them for doing it too, they owe you but your not calling in the debt.

[@johnnyblaze8439]

Its amazing that this man was able to see the most unimaginably horrifying stuff. And be able to come back and talk about it..thank you so much for your service

[@bryanpage7206]

I just want to thank you for this man for his service. What a true warrior. And not just what he did in the battlefield..But he had to go through afterwards. I'm glad to hear that he had a good woman to come home to and was there for him. Thank you again sir.

[@ArmyVeteran85.93]

This is one of the most powerful episodes yet. Tom is an amazing person- and a huge inspiration for getting treatment for PTSD. I have it and found that I came home treating my Family like they are in the Army. I did the same at work. I agree that we need to pull back our aggressive behavior towards our family- but we have to be careful not to Over-correct and allow adolescents to do whatever they want- without discipline and guidance. To be clear I am not saying Tom Did that - but I am not sure if he backed off completely- allowing the step-children to have zero structure and no rules regarding cleanliness and chores. I feel his emotion And loss - and I see his point on many levels. Tom is amazing and is a person to idolize. Thanks for having him Shawn!

[@unclereub4024]

Thank you for your service brother

[@80bbygrl]

Seeing the pain in his eyes is awful. So thankful he shared this story one last time. RIP to all the men we lost that day... ❤️ Thank you, Shawn, for this episode, and thank you Tom ❤️

[@Justaroundthecorner919]

Tom Satterly. A total honor to hear your testimony sir! You're a hero and I thank you for your courageous duty for our country!

[@TodaysDiscipIe]

THANK YOU TOM for sharing your story! THANK YOU SHAWN for being the medium! One of my RIP instructors at Benning was one of the convoy drivers. That was back '01. RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!!! 1/75 ALL THE WAY!!!

[@ianrowland463]

I watched this the entire way through, rewinding more than 20 times to listen as carefully as I could. I had a shitty day today and life has been very hard lately but Tom’s outlook and story calmed me down a lot and helped me land the plane today. I have terrible rage at mundane things and it eats away all the joy in life sometimes. Thank you Shawn and Tom for reminding me I can be okay if try.

[@markhuskey-ko5uo]

Sometimes it's OK to not be okay, my friend. You sound like you've got a good handle on it. It's tough, I get it. I have some of the same issues. Wake up everyday and say "I'm gonna do my best today" and at night say "I'm gonna do the best I can tomorrow "

[@AYoutubrrr]

You got this buddy. It's one wild adventure.

[@wardaddy9910]

Have you ever realized that the Earth is Flat ? You are here, during these times for a reason... it is no accident. The world isn't what we have been told it is ! Seek the truth !

[@douglasgilmore9167]

Same here, a lot of things he said after the battle resonated.

[@1320crusier]

My grandfather fought in the Coral Sea and Guadalcanal. His eyes looked the same as yours, Tom. He lost friends during the night battles off Guadalcanal when they went up against a Japanese cruiser. Your mannerisms remind me so much of him. I truly hope you find some peace.

[@ReconScoutMedic]

Thank you for shedding some light on how you have come cope with aftermath of combat . I participated in the Battles of Norfolk and 73 Eastings. I do wish I was able to tell my story…I have never been able to talk through things like this. Thank you for helping …Peace Tom Strong, interview Ryan.

[@niceguyniko]

None of the three parts have a million views after 3 months!? Wtf is wrong with people? This is the greatest content on the Internet.

[@zekelane1535]

It’s the tik tok brain… nobody can pay attention without subway surfers taking half the screen, sped up videos and 15 second out of context clips

[@AspieOperator]

@@zekelane1535no there’s just a lot of content people watch and some people don’t watch.

[@stevenhulbert7540]

@@zekelane1535 That's correct. The college aged people watch trendy crap and anything their friends watch, typical.

[@Hiberno_sperg]

​@@stevenhulbert7540I don't know about that. I watch content like this because I served but I really don't know anyone else who gives a shit.

[@stevenhulbert7540]

@@Hiberno_sperg Thanks for proving my point.

[@modestogonzalez182]

I would've loved to have fought under Tom's leadership. Thank you brother for everything you have done for our country.

[@ericolsen1678]

Tom is a true patriot. What he went thru is unbelievable yet true. God bless him! Thanks Tom and SRS!

[@marklee1194]

What Tom Satterly described is no doubt one of the most realistic depictions of war (and the aftermath) I have ever heard. God bless him and his family.

[@martelprayer416]

Wow...just wow... This man (Tom Satterly) gives the best elite Spec Ops stories I've ever heard in my life. Some parts of the story he shared will forever be etched in my mind. I can listen to him all day and never get tired of it. Great interview...

[@geridannels1701]

I am a old grandma, I love you Tom and cried while you relived the trauma of that horrible event. You are one hell of a man. Love that beautiful wife of yours because she really must love and care about you. Thank you Shawn for this 3 part serial I love you too and your family

[@lisatucker5764]

I’m an old granny too…. I feel every emotion he shows and also the emotions he hides.. takes one to know one….. but he is a hero….🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻✝️✝️✝️

[@pmac067]

OMG I just rewatched Black Hawk Down, I’m Sooo Proud of Our U.S. SOLDIERS

[@charlesdowney2834]

For anyone looking for signs of ptsd 26:30 you can see him in his mind on that bed seeing the red painted on the wall and remembering every little detail that is a perfect example of how quickly you go back thank you for your service sir both of you are amazing men

[@josephobuck5409]

I hope this guy finds so much happiness! I been crying and imagining this whole interview! I don’t know you but I love you brother! I’m sorry this world is fucked!

[@matthewbrodin2788]

Jeez that was tuff. Respect to you Tom. Very brave courageous soldier. One vet to another , thank you for your service mate..🇦🇺🙏🙏

[@giovanni4967]

That part about the rage and getting mad when shit isn’t done “your” way really hit home. I currently do this to my family. That cycle of guilt afterwards is painful and hurts.

[@European_mess]

Same. I have cptsd and that part spoke to me it’s horrible.

[@edwardrichard2561]

I hope it gets better for you brother

[@breakshot7451]

my father told me how explosiv, hard and angry his father ,WW2 veteran, was to him. almost no love shown at all. at a time nobody asked or knew why. i remember my grandfather taking our toy guns away and hiding it from us when we played cowboys and indians

[@boertjiereviews3473]

Jesus Christ says we will be judged the same way by the same standard we judge others, you rage at your family because its not your way but even you don’t follow your own rules

[@brianlove5853]

Snap. It was the moment he said about over using "lazy" that it clicked he was also talking about "me". I need to fix this.

[@naromekram]

One of the most compelling podcasts I've seen. Shawn Ryan's format is refreshing---no commercials, just a long patient interview. This is amazing and I'm only halfway through it. I need breaks b/c listening to this vet's trauma is hard. Such great work, Shawn. This is the best podcast IMO.

[@coolbreezy7092]

Unfortunately my father passed away, he was in the 82nd airborne, 173rd in Vietnam.. It took a new loving wife, and almost 30 years, roughly 1990-91.. to get veteran assistance. He was considered 100% disabled and imagine having to deal with that for 30 plus years. Thank you for speaking out and welcome home!! God bless you Soilder

[@Elev8minh]

AMERICA STANDS ON THE SHOULDERS OF THESE GIANTS AND WE THINK WE ARE FLYING. MR. SATTERLY THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SERVICE. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@scottsherman5262]

Why are you shouting at me?? I don't know, my kids tell me that all caps means interwebs yelling, maybe I've got that wrong, but great sentiment. A bit of nuance may be in order for some guys that watch podcasts like this as well...we, mostly men, tend to lionize warfighters as if they're perfect, or at least better. The fact is, there are so many ways that men & women are American patriots every day for this great country, & sacrifice does not only equal military service...& this is coming from a military family man. Anyhow, yes, we have so much to be grateful for concerning our warrior class & I was really impressed with the messaging within this 3-episode series.

[@673AWSF]

The scene in the house in Black Hawk Down with the kid who dies slowly from the artery in his leg is seared into my mind. I saw it in the theaters with my dad, who’s a Nam vet, when I was 12. Hearing what was happening across the street at the same time is mind blowing. I definitely remember holding back crying so hard during that scene.

[@ChillinWithBrody]

I could listen to these 2 men tell stories all day long. Thanks for your service, guys. True modern-day warriors!!

[@brewster84067]

I remember watching Black Hawk Down when it hit the theaters back in early 2000's. This was such a captivating story, for so many reasons. My personal takeaway was the incredible COURAGE our US men and women who fought in this battle exhibited. God bless these people and their families who protect and serve our country. And God bless America.

[@georgecoull1883]

30 years ago Tom was still just a kid and that's a lot to carry for all those years! He's lucky to have Jen like Andrea for Eddie Gallagher and the rest of the amazing women on the show in support for their men. Thia is nothing short of amazing in interviewing and breaking down barrier's and planning for the future. Man God bless yin'z 🙏🫶🇺🇸💐

[@rufustfirefly9545]

Great job Shawn. Im glad you got the last interview with Sgt Major Satterly. Now this man needs to be left alone and no longer asked to tell his story

[@RealEstateMan85]

Thank you Tom for your brave service. Thank you my friend! What you did that day will NEVER be forgotten.

[@user-bx8jm9es6t]

Brave service, he's a murderer and psycho.

[@chrissaxon5606]

I love your show and we give veterans a platform to tell the truth with no fee speech limits. Your brand is strong. Keep helping our veterans. God bless America.

[@reneerosene1519]

It breaks my heart to hear these men speak of the unspeakable.. I thank everyone of you for your service and your losses. I hope you know how many women and men stand behind you even when this horrible government does not God bless you all

[@adamf6582]

My dad was there 3/75 he took his life on 9/16/2001. He never spoke to my mom about it, didn’t talk to anybody about it. This episode killed me inside. Edit: thanks for all the solid words

[@mattboyce3276]

Truly sorry for your loss

[@davidm7818]

sorry man

[@aggiemom2]

Omg I'm so sorry man. No words...sending you lots of love and positive energy. I hope you are able to feel it. ❤

[@adamf6582]

@kychristell1779 thank you for caring

[@adamf6582]

@@mattboyce3276 thank you

[@keelankoehn4085]

Much respect. This is the most quiet i think I've ever seen Shawn while listening to a story. Man the pain and reliving everything everyday wow. There aren't words to cope or make it better, time only let's things faded or does it really idk but wish this man and all the rest the absolute best.

[@Jazzman-bj9fq]

Sergeant Major I’m glad I watched this interview and I’m glad you shared your story this one more time as I understand it takes you back to that awful experience in Mogadishu. You and your Squadron are my heroes along with the Rangers, the 160th SOAR and the doctors and nurses. You were there that day because no one else could have done the job you did. You’ve made the world a better and safer place because of your spirit and your courage!

[@Joey_Hernandez]

As a kid who was into war as a source of action, Black Hawk down was the movie that made me wake up to the horror of war

[@MrTsiks]

You should watch come and see

[@blazetaylor6989]

Man, the honesty and clear approach to constantly become "better" of CSM Satterly is beyond motivating, and this testimony hit deep personally. Again, not a surprise to me at all that Delta is so badass when they have warriors like this leading the ranks. Unreal.

[@weirdo21212]

My dad served in the Gulf and has severe PTSD from it and it took him until 3 years ago to reach out for help. He’s in a much better state of mind now. Mental health is a serious issue that gets shoved under the rug and it’s terrible. Thank you for helping bring it to light.

[@livewire47rb]

Prayers for your dad and his continued recovery 🙏

[@brendanwhitlow9268]

As a GWOT vet, thank you. You said alot during the PTSD/Driving test portion that really hit home and made some things click.

[@April-wt7zh]

I was in the Marine Corps for 6 years and the Air Guard for 2 and this sickens me that this happened to you Tom! You are an Amazing man, warrior and leader!! Thank you so much for your service!!!!

[@DonzeJ]

One hell of an interview. I ended up running 12 miles listening to this before I realized how long I had been running. Its gonna be a long next few days paying for this one but it was worth it. Cheers to both these gentlemen.

[@andyneff2640]

Shawn, I’ve been awed by all of your videos. This one broke me. Tom’s Frank discussion of therapy post his insane experience is so profound. Thank you for doing this video

[@markusgarcia4136]

Cleaning and being organized is a good habit, i think tom is right with this one. And kids should learn that too!

[@truthseeker6045]

I thought the same thing ! Picking up closes and putting dishes in the sink is a simple thing to do, and kids need to help out. They are being fed, housed, loved, cared for … the least they can do is pick up their crap. He should never be made to feel over the top or bad for this .

[@TheMatteog5]

The part where he talks about losing compassion for others after experiencing combat. It’s absolutely true. That one hit home

[@GeoffSweet]

A buddy of mine I served with in the Army...was a Marine and was IN the 'Mog...it wasn't something he readily shared with folks, and I could always tell he went to a WAY different place in his mind when talking about it. GREAT STUFF Shawn!

[@DAJANEM99]

Couple of TRUE HEROES! Thank you both for your service. I’m very grateful to you and all that served. While I was at home raising my family you guys were at war killing the bad guys.

[@kyleott7758]

I'm not military or anything but I'm glad I found this channel. Cause it never lets me forget the sacrifices. Men like this guy have went through. So that I can live a peaceful life and not have to get my hands dirty.

[@MarkHansen1990]

Thank you Tom. God Bless America.

[@jennifer_teters]

30 years wow, I was 22. I remember that day well. Not as well as Tom and all involved but still a somber memory. Bless you all

[@Fuunyrob]

Dam I thought u were like 70 Tom looks like he’s in his 40s u look old sorry

[@user-hn8tj3yl1s]

Tom did a great job describing the difference in being the new guy on the team vs. being the leader later in his career. So glad to hear him describe the difference. So far haven't heard too many of the other interviewees talk about this although they also served close to 20 years like he did. I wish the interviews would touch more on this topic.

[@robhayes3503]

how this hero battled through everything. Much respect to this man..

[@garyblessing2253]

The most powerful podcast I’ve ever heard. God bless Tom and everybody that was subject to those days. Our veterans need every ounce of help we can give them.

[@blyman4372]

Thank you Tom Satterly for your courage in telling your story. It has helped me re-evaluate my own life.

[@ryanbrown5997]

Tom Satterly. I hope you get to read this comment. I want to thank you, not only for your service. But for talking of your healing afterwards. My wife wasn't watching this video, but i looked up at her right after you hit me in the face with that frying pan you speak of, We were both in tears. We are in the U.K and have never served our country, so have infinite respect for those who do. Your story of healing will touch and help people world wide. When you can, I ask you share THAT story. Nothing military, just mental growth and healing. Thank you again sir. And thank you too Shawn for continuing to spread word and document history.

[@rogerbenton2755]

Powerful, powerful stuff. Hats off to Tom for his brutal honesty, and to Shawn for steering the ship into the deepest waters.

[@tyronephipps7759]

I still can’t keep from tears coming to my eyes when I hear taps, having been and carried my own soldier and friend it’s hard to not feel that loss of a brother every time

[@oliverbrady427]

I hate that it went down the way it did. When I joined the USMC in 2000 we learned so much from that battle that is still in practice. No words can describe the loss and we owe a lot to you guys for your courage and what we learned albeit a hard lesson. Thank you man. May your brothers rest easy. 🫡

[@LC-ri5xv]

I’ve watched just about every interview you have done, none have hit me this hard like this one. Legitimately tearing up with Mr. Satterly, I pray he can find peace one day. Thank you for brining these stories to everyone.

[@caseygrubbs1123]

I could sit and listen to this guy tell these stories all night. I appreciate the sacrifices they have made but hearing the stories makes me appreciate it so much more. These guys are awesome people

[@steveh1395]

As I mentioned on a previous comment for unrelated video months ago, my friends little brother was Army Ranger Casey Joyce. Killed on this day during this operation.Their grandparents lived next door to mine and his father was a retired Army Colonel that later spoke to congress about the hesitance of ours and other UN countries when our guys needed their help for backup and support when things went wrong and failed to do the right thing. I also had some indirect training from one of the Delta guys present in this op via my Lt Col in a state guard unit from Paul’s school Combat Shooting and Tactics 10 years later as a weekend warrior Sgt myself based on lessons Paul and the rest of these great warriors learned. Hats off to all the Special Ops guys from every service.

[@cjacob9875]

Tom Sattery, what a hero, for his service, for his honesty, for working on bettering himself, for working on being a better spouse! It takes courage! Sending love and thank you for sharing your heart & life experience!!!

[@demmigbby]

hearing him talk about ptsd almost got me tearing up... this is some of the most real shit i've ever listened to. i've never personally seen combat, but i do have similar trauma to what is described here, and it's nice to hear someone who's just a much better person than me talk about how they got through it. it's really helping me deal with all my shit. thank you.

[@ok-kk3ic]

If you have never seen combat, then how in the world could your trauma be similar?

[@linwei-lee110]

​@@ok-kk3icI believe the commenter meant similar symptoms from a different cause

[@NeilGregoryJohnson00]

"who's just a much better person" that's your negative self talk from that shame cycle.. quit talking that way about your self. You're worthy person to fight for yourself.. and Tom is a worthy person to fight for himself.

[@ok-kk3ic]

@@NeilGregoryJohnson00 please don’t tell me you were born in 2002 and look the way you do 🙏

[@NeilGregoryJohnson00]

@ok-kk3ic I was born this way.. mom said my beard tickled her on the way out

[@BrianAU01]

Listening to this one was hard. Felt like I was watching the DJ Shipley episode all over again. Thanks to Tom for giving damn near everything, and thanks Shawn for letting me hear his story.

[@peteperkins3859]

I'm a nobody, never served. But I appreciate Mr. Satterlys willingness to share his story. You can see the pain on his face as he relives those memories. It's important to hear these stories to remind us of the sacrifices given by these brave men (and their families).

[@noahcarter1056]

Your not a nobody

[@Drnunya]

Tom is clearly such a good guy with a good heart and it's a shame we have these real heroes and as much as they have done for our country and gladly put their lives on the line, year after year, and to hear how the higher ups treated him, especially at the end, is ridiculous and sad to hear. Our vets, deserve it all, the best healthcare, pay, gratitude, etc. Our entire government/ system needs a swift kick in the you know what and to be redone starting at the top. Shawn, thank you and your teams work and getting these podcasts out.

[@VolunteerUT1]

It's unreal how brave this man and men and women like him are. Not only does he live with these demons every day, but he did it willingly and selflessly. The families are the strongest people on earth. I hope him, the families, and anyone in any branch of service affected in similar ways find peace. Spectacular Podcast.