Ep 334: SF Medical Sergeant, CommonFreakingCents Chris Hambrock!

United States Army Special Forces Medical Sergeant (or 18D) has an amazing back story. From his trials and tribulations at his first adventure trying to become an EOD Soldier to his time in Civil Affairs, to his successful completion of the Army's Special Forces Pipeline.

Chris lays out his struggles, trials, tribulations and lessons on this episode of the Ones Ready Podcast! If you want more content like this early, please consider subscribing and joining the team! Hit the link below.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Friendship
07:12 Joining the Army and Choosing EOD
10:07 EOD Selection and Joint Military Environment
13:04 Arriving at Eglin Air Force Base
20:28 The Intensity of EOD School
27:26 Navigating False Accusations
36:22 The Importance of Supportive Leaders
50:02 Living in the Seattle Tacoma Area
52:03 The Antenna Farm and Incognito GI Joe
55:42 The Food Quality at TGI Fridays
58:49 Personnel Drops at Bagram
01:02:13 Chris's Time in CA and Socom (Continued)
01:05:45 Making Fun of Friends and Chris's Desire to be a Medic
01:08:23 Chris's Original Calling and Going to the Premier Medical Course
01:11:34 Language Skills in Military Operations
01:13:36 Promotions and Leadership Positions
01:19:53 Experiences in Specific Locations
01:25:29 Desire for Middle East Deployment
01:29:44 Returning to Familiar Ground
01:34:54 Personal Preferences and Special Operations Units
01:39:03 From EOD to Special Forces: A Journey of Growth and Leadership
01:41:34 Speaking Out: Using Digital Content Creation to Make a Difference
01:53:18 Taking Responsibility: Proactive Action for a Better Future

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