Echo in Ramadi Major Scott Huesing | Mike Ritland Podcast Episode 123

Scott Huesing is a retired United States Marine Corps Infantry Major with 24 years of service, including 10 deployments to over 60 countries worldwide. He has led hundreds of combat missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa, and since then he's authored the bestselling book, Echo in Ramadi, which tells the story of his experiences and the sacrifices of his fellow Marines during the Second Battle of Ramadi in 2006. Today, Scott serves as the Executive Director of Save the Brave, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans and active duty military personnel. But regardless of the time that's passed since, one thing's for sure - Scott still feels the Echoes of Ramadi, in one way or another. ---------- Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - California & Texas 03:45 - Morning Routine 09:30 - The Waukegan Kid 14:45 - Genetically Predisposed 16:45 - Operation Desert Shield Desert Storm 25:43 - A Criminal Justice Degree 28:00 - Becoming an Infantry Officer 33:00 - Generational Differences 35:00 - So We Were Living in Saddam's Palace... 40:00 - The Impact of 9/11 45:30 - On Hazing 48:00 - Boots on the Ground 56:30 - Working For the Government 1:04:30 - The First Ramadi Gunfight 1:06:00 - Corporal Libby 1:13:00 - Where the 2nd Amendment Doesn't Work 1:23:00 - Active City Tactics 1:35:30 - Dog Day Afternoons 1:38:30 - Fighting in the Al Anbar Province 1:45:30 - The Meaning of 'Echo in Ramadi' 1:48:30 - Homeward Bound 1:54:30 - Expeditioning in the Horn of Africa 1:57:30 - ... But Do You Miss It? 2:00:30 - Getting Into Nonprofit Work 2:05:30 - Save the Brave ---------- Support Scott Huesing: Veteran Support - Save the Brave: https://savethebrave.org/ Book - Echo in Ramadi: The Firsthand Story of US Marines in Iraq's Deadliest City: https://amzn.to/3Gn5LCh Website - Echo in Ramadi: https://bit.ly/3iiHXXW FB:   / echoinramadi   IG:   / echoinramadi   ------------ Sponsors: MUD/WTR Go to mudwtr.com/mike to support the show and use code MIKEMUD for 15% off! ------------ Bubs Naturals The BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he is, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure seeking life that Glen lived. BUBS Naturals products are rooted in sustainably sourced ingredients and controlled consistency to provide our customers with the highest quality Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder that help you feel amazing and live a fuller life. Our mission is simple. FEEL GREAT. DO GOOD. 10% always goes back to charity, helping military men and women transition back into civilian life. Go to bubsnaturals.com and use code MIKEDROP for 20% off your order. ------------ Athletic Greens Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE Travel Packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit https://www.athleticgreens.com/MIKEDROP ------------ Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.pet ALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND SHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.com Team Dog Online dog training TeamDog.pet - https://www.TeamDog.pet