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Episode 188: Philip Tuttle "A Cold War Green Beret in Berlin"
Manage episode 466578956 series 3237764
-CHAPTERS-
00:00 Introduction to Philip Tuttle's Military Journey
02:39 The Cold War Era and Special Forces in Berlin
08:33 Personal Motivations and Family Influence on Military Career
11:49 Transitioning to Special Forces Selection
21:45 The Global Military Landscape in the Late 1970s
25:00 Tensions and Military Readiness During the Cold War
29:37 Crisis in Berlin: The Art Nicholson Incident
32:17 Iranian Hostage Crisis: Standby and Alert
35:40 The 1980s: Tensions Rise with Reaganomics
38:47 Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Operations
48:51 The Soviet Union's Invasion of Afghanistan
58:01 The Fall of the Berlin Wall: A Turning Point
01:03:56 Post-Cold War Vacuum: New Challenges Ahead
01:06:08 The Challenges of Special Operations Missions
01:14:36 Family Dynamics in a Military Career
01:26:47 Reflections on Life After Service
-SUMMARY-
In this episode, DJ interviews Philip Tuttle, a former Green Beret with a unique story that spans several decades of military history, including the Cold War, the Iranian Hostage Crisis, and the events leading up to and following 9/11. Philip shares insights into his career, the evolution of Special Forces, and the importance of family and legacy. He reflects on the challenges of balancing military life with being a present father and husband, and discusses the impact of significant historical events on his life and career.
203 episodes
Manage episode 466578956 series 3237764
-CHAPTERS-
00:00 Introduction to Philip Tuttle's Military Journey
02:39 The Cold War Era and Special Forces in Berlin
08:33 Personal Motivations and Family Influence on Military Career
11:49 Transitioning to Special Forces Selection
21:45 The Global Military Landscape in the Late 1970s
25:00 Tensions and Military Readiness During the Cold War
29:37 Crisis in Berlin: The Art Nicholson Incident
32:17 Iranian Hostage Crisis: Standby and Alert
35:40 The 1980s: Tensions Rise with Reaganomics
38:47 Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Operations
48:51 The Soviet Union's Invasion of Afghanistan
58:01 The Fall of the Berlin Wall: A Turning Point
01:03:56 Post-Cold War Vacuum: New Challenges Ahead
01:06:08 The Challenges of Special Operations Missions
01:14:36 Family Dynamics in a Military Career
01:26:47 Reflections on Life After Service
-SUMMARY-
In this episode, DJ interviews Philip Tuttle, a former Green Beret with a unique story that spans several decades of military history, including the Cold War, the Iranian Hostage Crisis, and the events leading up to and following 9/11. Philip shares insights into his career, the evolution of Special Forces, and the importance of family and legacy. He reflects on the challenges of balancing military life with being a present father and husband, and discusses the impact of significant historical events on his life and career.
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