Kawa Mawlayee walks the audience through one of the most overlooked pushes toward the Iraq War. He lays out how a single appearance before Congress—delivered by a foreign leader—helped shape America’s path to conflict. He breaks down the pressure, the narrative, and the political momentum that followed, exposing how quickly…
Sean Glass reveals how early U.S. forces smashed Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, only to pull out and leave the door open for future threats. The emotional regret and brutal honesty raise a chilling question: did the cycle reset the moment they left? If you like this, click subscribe, like and share…
Join Mike Ritland for a powerful conversation with Dave Berke – the only Marine to fly the F-16, F-18, F-22, and F-35, legendary TOPGUN instructor, and former Forward Air Controller attached to Jocko Willink’s Task Unit Bruiser in Ramadi. From elite fighter jets to street-level combat, Dave breaks down what…
Mike Glover breaks down why SEALs are considered elite operators, built for direct action with no fallback roles. The contrast with Army special forces exposes a harsh reality about who truly lives on the front line. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the…
SEAL ARRESTED in Serbia — Framed as an Assassin for the President Daniel Corbett recounts his shocking arrest in Serbia after a sting operation went wrong. Unarmed, ambushed, and accused of being a CIA assassin sent to k*ll the president, he was thrown into a Serbian prison, interrogated for days,…
DEVGRU VS Korea's 707th Special Mission Group Ken Rhee recounts his career from BUDS to high-stakes missions near North Korea. He exposes secret submarine operations, covert STV launches, and the untold stories of defectors and balloon operations that escalated tensions. A rare look behind the curtain of elite Navy operations.…
Sean Glass describes a desperate attempt to get a family onto a Marine C-130 before a deadly attack, including an ill*gal rescue offer and a last-second warning to leave the targeted gate. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the episode: Ep. 211 ----------…
Mike Ritland and Scott Poteet finally crack under the pressure and give the answer everyone wants but no one expects. After denying having any special intel, they’re pushed to the edge—and when asked to “just say yes” for the clicks, they drop a response that opens a much bigger mystery…
Jocko Willink Exposes the REAL Rivalry Between Delta and SEAL Team Six Jocko Willink shares the moment he decided to join the Navy SEALs, the brutal challenges of BUD/S, and the shocking lessons from his first SEAL platoon. From ego-driven decisions to unforgettable hazing, this is an inside look at…
Mike Ritland and Scott Poteet break down what happens when a UFO—or any unidentified aircraft—crosses into restricted military airspace. They explain how ultra-sensitive bases respond instantly with lethal countermeasures designed to neutralize threats before they can move an inch. Even a UFO dipping a wingtip inside the line can trigger…
Scott Poteet breaks down the shocking truth about Area 51 — not the aliens, but the brutal rules that can end a career instantly. From red-flag training flights to the razor-thin no-fly boundaries, he explains how skirting the restricted zone by even a quarter mile can get a pilot sent…
Why I Left the Marine Corps to Become a Green Beret Kawa Mawlayee exposes the hidden divide between Marines, SEALs, and Special Forces. He reveals the unspoken rivalries, the cultural fractures, and the moment he realized the path he was on could k*ll the men he led — pushing him…
Mike Day discusses the mission when the team moved in on a high-risk target, only to face unexpected chaos. With multiple operations happening nearby, they couldn’t be sure who knew they were there. As the bridge team breached, every second counted, and the danger escalated in a shocking turn of…
From LA Gang Life to Army Ranger: The Ultimate Redemption Story Angel Cortes reveals how a life surrounded by gangs, raids, and zero structure pushed him to join the military—becoming his only path to escape. He breaks down why some men stay stuck, why others rise, and how pure mental…
Mike Day describes the moment time slowed to a crawl as he entered the room and bullets ripped past him. Losing his rifle, switching to his pistol mid-fall, and feeling seconds stretch into minutes, he relives the terrifying slow-motion chaos of a gunfight where every breath could have been his…
Mike Ritland talks about a former F-18 pilot who shared experiences with unexplainable aerial phenomena. While the pilot never confirms extraterrestrial life, he recounts moments that defy logic and leave even trained aviators questioning reality. This clip explores the thin line between truth, secrecy, and the unknown. If you like…
From the hell of BUDS training to intense Iraq deployments, Cole Fackler recounts swimming, brutal runs, AC130 support, gunfights, broken bones, and surviving life-threatening missions, including Redwing. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Click here to Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/PtCCmagjDQo ---------- TEAM DOG FOOD,…
Mike Day explains how a hostile cell shot down four American medevac helicopters, kill*ng every crew member — including a pilot personally connected to someone in his platoon. The loss triggered a risky, high-stakes mission as the team prepared to go after the killers despite impossible routes and overwhelming danger.…
Afghan Refugee Turned Marine & Green Beret | Ep. 266 In Episode 266 of the Mike Drop Podcast, Mike Ritland sits down with Kawa Mawlayee—the first Afghan-born Green Beret—for a raw talk on war, immigration, and identity. Kawa recounts fleeing Soviet-invaded Afghanistan, losing his father, and growing up as a…
Mike Ritland reveals how elite Navy SEALs were threatened with removal for refusing a mandatory shot — a moment he says exposes the darkest leadership failure in modern military history. His raw breakdown shows exactly how trust was shattered from the top down. If you like this, click subscribe, like…
I Never Expected My First Sniper Kill to Be Like This Mark Greene recounts brutal sniper missions in Iraq — from an absurd hide ruined by goats and a man who literally pooped in front of them, to a violent downtown Baghdad operation where multiple teams opened fire. The clip…
Mike Ritland exposes the heated controversy behind the forced COVID shot inside the military. He breaks down why troops felt blindsided, why the rushed rollout sparked outrage, and how the mandate pushed morale into a legal and ethical gray zone. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with…
Ken Rhee reveals the powerful family pressure that drove him to leave the U.S. and join the Korean military. He opens up about his father’s deep patriotism, the expectations placed on him as a son, and how those college-year decisions shaped his entire path. If you like this, click subscribe,…
Mike Day describes entering a kill zone where time slows to a surreal crawl. Bullets cut past him in visible trails, his rifle is ripped away, and he’s forced to switch to his pistol mid-fall. What lasted seconds felt like minutes as he fought to understand whether he’d been hit…
