Welcome back to the team room! This week, Trent sits down with Purple Heart recipient, prior Combat Control Tech Sergeant and current Flight Commander, Special Tactics Officer Marc Esposito! From his time in Afghanistan, the unfortunate event that injured him, his recovery and move to officer, Capt Espo has a wealth of knowledge that he hopes to communicate to everyone that thinks they might want to give Air Force Special Operations a go. Make sure to follow Capt Esposito on Instagram at Esposito_Unbroken, and thanks to all of you for your continued support. Want early access to these podcasts and a whole lot more? Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aFBBZoBcQk8UUN_pO7nDA/joinChapters00:00 Introduction and Appreciation01:25 Motivation to Join the Military05:13 Training in the Pipeline07:39 First Assignment in Okinawa, Japan10:07 Deployment to Afghanistan13:03 Injury from an IED28:25 Meeting a Vietnam Veteran30:24 Recovery at the Center for the Intrepid32:17 Going to College and Finding a New Passion34:02 Cross-Country Bicycle Ride for Wounded Warriors36:27 Returning to the 2-1 and Facing New Challenges37:53 Running the Battle Program and Training Future Operators40:43 Training at Athletes Performance (EXOS)42:10 Becoming an Officer and Returning to the Teams45:02 Working at the Special Warfare Training Group46:01 Returning to the 2-2 STS and Deploying53:42 Returning to ATC and Improving the Pipeline59:06 Starting the Esposito_Unbroken Instagram PageJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aFBBZoBcQk8UUN_pO7nDA/joinCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYThe content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...