MIL SPEC Believer

by Ryan McCary

Hosted by Ryan McCary (TACP Officer / JTAC). A Podcast centering around life in the Military as a Christian.

Podcast episodes

  • Rucking, The Military, and Life

    Rucking, The Military, and Life

    Ryan Dives into Rucking, Life in the Military and Life circumstances. Why do things happen the way they do? And what mindset should we have when approaching tough circumstances. Watch Interview Video on YouTube and Subscribe!!! Connect with Ryan on INSTAGRAM. Intro Music License: Leaving Earth by Black Rhomb (license #3306024)

  • Fighter Pilot / FBI SWAT / Christian Missionary w/ Doug McCary

    Fighter Pilot / FBI SWAT / Christian Missionary w/ Doug McCary

    Doug McCary (Ryan's Father) comes on the show to share his Story. From Marine Fighter Pilot, to FBI SWAT Team, to Christian Ministry... Doug shares how his time in the military took a drastic turn when he almost died with a near-Fatal injury, and how that shaped his faith for years to come. Watch Interview Video on YouTube and Subscribe!!! Connect with Ryan on INSTAGRAM. Listen to Doug every week on SWAT Radio Intro Music License: Leaving Earth by Black Rhomb (license #3306024)

  • Special Warfare Pipelines - CONES Survival Guide

    Special Warfare Pipelines - CONES Survival Guide

    Ryan walks through 15 Tips to be successful in the Training Pipeline (or any goals you have) - provided by those who have already graduated a Special Warfare Pipeline, as well as some CONES currently in the Pipeline. See below, and enjoy! 1. Have thick Skin … be prepared to fail often and bounce back. 2. From failure comes clarity… use it to push yourself harder and succeed. 3. Have courage for the long haul... it’s a marathon not a sprint 4. Don’t get injured! 5. Don’t over train – especially on Rucks … Allow proper Recovery Time 6. Ice bath if possible 7. Its Individual Achievement, with Team Support. Follow Instructions and WORK 8. Focus on being the best teammate, not the best performer. Do study groups so your team rises together. 9. Do your research, know what you’re getting into and enjoy every moment because you prepared. 10. Get in to AFSW chats, groups, or communities in order to start connecting with others with similar goals. 11. When it gets hard, just tell yourself to make it to the next meal. 12. Focus what’s in front of you, not the future 13. Go in having a WHY … You joined for a purpose … never forget it and use it to fuel your morale on rough days. 14. Be coachable and remember that the job is worth it 15. Be fit, leave your ego at the door, stay humble… play the game! Connect with Ryan on INSTAGRAM. Genesis 6:9 * Romans 3:11-18 Romans 3:21-26 Intro Music License: Leaving Earth by Black Rhomb (license #3306024)

  • Effective CAS - Part 1

    Effective CAS - Part 1

    In Part 1 of this Episode- Ryan discusses a mentality that gets in the way of Effective Close Air Support (or any Job), and how a similar mindset can creep into the Christian walk . Connect with Ryan on INSTAGRAM. 2 Peter 3:17-18 Luke 23:39-43 Jude 24-25 Intro Music License: Leaving Earth by Black Rhomb (license #3306024)

  • RANGER SCHOOL w/ TACP Officer - Todd Duquette

    RANGER SCHOOL w/ TACP Officer - Todd Duquette

    Joined by Special Guest Todd Duquette (TACP Officer / JTAC). Todd goes into great detail on his recent experience Graduating Ranger School and how that looked as a Christian. Connect with Todd on Instagram or his website TRAINWITHPURPOSE | Training the Tactical Athlete Connect with Ryan on INSTAGRAM and TWITER Intro Music License: Leaving Earth by Black Rhomb (license #3306024)