How To Join The French Foreign Legion You step through a medieval gate, the air smells old, stone walls closing in. Before you can breathe, a pull-up bar is in front of you. Ten reps, minimum. Then, an IQ test in the middle of the night. This is the first…
Right now, across every state in America, Chinese criminal networks are locking arms with cartels. They’re moving fentanyl, flooding the weed market, and laundering millions through crypto with ZERO fees. This isn’t theory — it’s happening under our noses, and the scale will blow your mind. If you like this,…
You’ve heard about China’s global power, but here’s a secret no one talks about — China’s massive role in the illegal weed trade. Behind the scenes, they’re building a hidden empire, moving billions and laundering cash through weed deals worldwide. This isn’t just about drugs — it’s a silent takeover…
Nobody talks about this hidden war happening right now inside America. China’s openly preparing to take over, and Mexican cartels are helping poison us from within. No gunfire, no headlines — just silent attacks weakening our nation. Two years ago, this truth dropped, but almost nobody noticed. That’s why I…
The UNBREAKABLE faith and fierce loyalty that fuel America’s elite special ops teams. You’ll hear why HUMILITY, SACRIFICE, and FAMILY values aren’t just buzzwords — they’re the secret weapons that turn warriors into legends. Six years after this iconic interview and book launch, the message still resonates loud and clear.…
Mike Ritland got bit by one of the retired Warrior Dog Foundation dogs. A tooth broke off inside his forearm without him knowing. Weeks later, his arm swelled and got infected. Doctors found the broken tooth buried deep inside. Now, he’s thinking about turning that tooth into a legendary auction…
In 2012, Cole Fackler deployed to Afghanistan just three weeks after his first son was born. This mission was unlike anything he’d faced—every room they stayed in belonged to someone who never made it home. The air was heavy, the base felt unsafe, and danger was everywhere. This was the…
When Saddam spat on Tom Satterly, the instinct was to fight back. But he held his ground, knowing a punch would only land him in jail. Instead, he stared coldly, walked away, and watched as Saddam was taken down. Sometimes the toughest move is knowing when not to strike. If…
China’s Shadow Ops: F*ntanyl, Cartels, and Operatives Flooding the U.S. | Ep. 252 In this episode, we confront a chilling reality: unvetted individuals crossing the U.S. border, instructed to destroy their documentation, leaving us clueless about who they are. Is this a calculated move? You bet it is. From fentanyl…
China's Drug Cartel Plan to Dominate America’s Cannabis Trade | Official Trailer Get ready for a jaw-dropping Mike Drop teaser that pulls back the curtain on a chilling crisis unfolding across America. In this explosive preview, retired Special Operations Lieutenant and Hidden War author John Nores exposes the shocking alliance…
When his house is on fire and he can only grab one thing—what does he take? Family, pets excluded, the answer is clear. For John Collins, it’s all about that one gun. This is what matters most when everything else burns. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share…
Taylor Cavanaugh, a former Navy SEAL shares his raw, unfiltered descent into opioid addiction after losing his career. Stranded in Hawaii, he faces homelessness, withdrawal, and despair, only to find a lifeline in the French Foreign Legion. A story of grit and redemption that hits hard. If you like this,…
Every day at Delta Force selection, the swipe of a card decides everything. Green means you’re in. Red? You’re locked out and left behind. No excuses. No second chances. This is the brutal reality of the world’s toughest unit. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a…
John Collins opens up about the mission that claimed the life of his combat dog, Tyson. From the moment he got the news in church to learning the heartbreaking details of the firefight in Iraq, this is a raw look at the bond between a handler and his canine partner…
When an 18-year-old asks me why they want to be a SEAL, I hit them with one question: What’s between your ears? This isn’t about convincing you — it’s about what you really want. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the full episode:…
SEALs on Steroids? The PED Debate the Navy Won't Touch After a tragic Hellweek death, the Navy launched random drug testing—but is this policy killing the very edge SEALs need to survive? Hear a veteran SEAL break down why these tests might be making things worse, pushing guys to risky…
Before every mission… there was something we’d do that no one talked about. No words. No goodbyes. Just a quiet message — one that said everything, without saying anything. Flowers. That was the signal. If she got them… it meant I might not be coming back. This was our final…
Most people think the battle ends when you come home… but for some of us, that’s when it really starts. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the full episode: Ep. 100 ---------- #TheMikeDropPodcast, #MikeRitland, #combatmindset, #militarytransition, #soldierstory, #specialforces, #adrenalineaddiction, #tacticalmindset, #skydivingmilitary, #mentaltoughness, #veteranstory,…
Tom Satterly ran out of ammo. No support, no backup. Just a knife on the bed and chaos in the streets. At one point, he was scraping magazines from the dirt, knocking them clean, and firing whatever would shoot—until he made it back to the Humvee. If you like this,…
I Almost ST*BBED a Teammate During an Ocean Swim at BUD/S John Collins opens up about the time he almost stabbed another trainee during an ocean swim at BUD/S. What started as a personal grudge turned into a full-blown underwater brawl, complete with broken gear, throat grabs, and near blackouts.…
John Collins shares his first-hand experience working inside Guantánamo Bay during one of the most politically charged times in U.S. history. He exposes the bizarre truth about detainee treatment, how hunger strikes turned into daily forced extractions, and why soldiers felt like they had fewer rights than the prisoners. What…
John Collins was just a reckless high school kid… then 9/11 hit. That day flipped his world upside down. It wasn’t just a headline—it was a wake-up call. And from that moment on, he knew he had to fight. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a…
John Collins thought Guantanamo Bay would be a nightmare. But when he got there, it felt more like summer camp. A FIFA soccer field, full amenities—this wasn’t the prison he expected. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the full episode: Ep. 251 ----------…
Surviving 2.5 Hell Weeks and 6 BUD/S Attempts | Ep. 251 In this episode of the Mike Drop Podcast, John Collins delivers an unfiltered, brutally honest account of what it really takes to become a Navy SEAL—and what happens when the dream nearly dies. This isn’t your typical war story.…
