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Welcome to the "Official U.S. Navy SEAL + SWCC Podcast" of the U.S. Government. Learn about becoming a SEAL or SWCC:

This channel is a public affairs community outreach function of Naval Special Warfare Center. We are the authoritative voice for Naval Special Warfare training and heritage. It is our mission to explain the training and selection process, requirements, standards, and accomplishments peculiar to Naval Special Warfare.

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Time to await fate. The trial of SOAS is over and now the SEAL candidates are chosen. Learn what goes into the process of selecting the winners.Scott (Host) Welcome to another edition of ‘The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday’. I'm ...

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04.04.2023 Episode 46: PODCAST: Episode 46 \| Post SOAS \| SEALSWCC.COM Time to await fate. The trial of SOAS is over and now the SEAL candidates are chosen. Learn what goes into the process of selecting the winners.Scott (Host) Welcome to another edition of ‘The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday’. I'm ...
03.28.2023 Episode 45: PODCAST: Episode 45 \| A Day at SOAS \| SEALSWCC.COM It’s no picnic for SEAL Officer candidates. Hear what it’s like as we take you to the obstacle course and watch the candidates learn to overcome mental and physical challenges.
03.21.2023 Episode 44: PODCAST: Episode 44 \| How to Prepare for SOAS \| SEALSWCC.COM You can’t fake it to make it. We tell you how to navigate the application process and what you need on your resume.Scott Williams: Hello, everyone. Welcome to another episode of the Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I'm your host, ...
02.28.2023 Episode 43: PODCAST: Episode 43 \| What is 'SOAS'? \| SEALSWCC.COM Introduction: Life is about constant evolution. Always better today than we were yesterday. Scott: Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I’m your host Scott Williams and today I have with me Andrew ...
01.05.2023 Episode 42: PODCAST: Episode 42 \| How do I become a SEAL Officer? \| SEALSWCC.COM SEAL/SWCC Podcast 2022 Episode 42 Title: How do I become a SEAL Officer? Subtitle: The How-To guide for candidates Description: We dive into the mailbag and answer your questions about SEAL Officer programs with our guest, Andrew Dow. (Host) Scott: ...
10.05.2021 Episode 41: PODCAST: Episode 41 \| Swim Training with Mark James - BUD/S Phase 2 Swim Instructor \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Swimming is an essential skill for Naval Special Warfare operators, both SEAL and SWCC. We spoke with a BUD/S instructor who teaches SEAL candidates how to become proficient in ...
09.21.2021 Episode 40: PODCAST: Episode 40 \| Indoor vs. Outdoor Cardio \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com How do you get your cardio workout if you can't go outside? Our fitness team explores the options in our latest podcast episode.
09.14.2021 Episode 39: PODCAST: Episode 39 \| Training in Hot and Cold Environments \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.comSome like it HOT and some do NOT. Whether you are training in the desert, the mountains, the icy tundra or somewhere in between, it takes forethought and planning to ...
08.10.2021 Episode 38: PODCAST: Episode 38 \| Training on a Tight Schedule \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Job, school, family life or personal time…who has time to train? Our expert explains how to make the time.
07.27.2021 Episode 37: PODCAST: Episode 37 \| Neck, Ankle and Forearm Workouts \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com It’s easy to admire a big chest and arms, but these often-neglected muscle groups are critical to getting you through NSW training.
05.13.2021 Episode 36: PODCAST: Episode 36 \| Footwear for Running \| SEALSWCC.COM By: Naval Special Warfare Learn about SEAL or SWCC training: https://www.sealswcc.com Run in boots? Run barefoot? Our Fitness 2020 series continues with a focus on how to select the best shoe for run training.
03.10.2021 Episode 35: PODCAST: Episode 35 \| Fitness Series - Crossfit, Martial Arts and MMA \| SEALSWCC.COM By: HTTPS://WWW.SEALSWCC.COM the Official SEAL and SWCC website of the U.S. Government. Fitness trends come and go, but Naval Special Warfare training is Old School. Is your new fitness program helping or hampering your future?
02.23.2021 Episode 34: PODCAST: Episode 34 \| Fitness Series - Body Composition \| SEALSWCC.COM By: HTTPS://WWW.SEALSWCC.COM the Official SEAL and SWCC website of the U.S. Government. Too fat? Too thin? Who knows? We do! Our performance dietician tells us how to get your body right for special warfare training.
01.05.2021 Episode 35: LIFE AFTER THE TEAMS: Ty Smith Navy SEAL leads on and off the battlefield. A career Navy SEAL operator takes his training to the next level in the business world.
12.22.2020 Episode 34: CAPT Paradise Episode: Life After the Teams Series: Navy SEAL leads Navy’s biggest warship “SEAL. Fighter pilot. Nuclear-power trained Captain. Aircraft carrier Commander. His name is Paradise.”
12.15.2020 Episode 33: PODCAST: Episode 33 \| Fitness Series - Rest, Recovery and Sleep \| SEALSWCC.COM Covert operations often happen at night, but your personal training shouldn’t disrupt your rest, recovery or sleep. Take a break and join us for a discussion about down time.
12.01.2020 Episode 32: PODCAST: Episode 32 \| Fitness Series - Protein Powders and Supplements \| SEALSWCC.COM In a world of power shakes, protein bars, and super vitamins, our performance dietician separates fact from fiction.
11.24.2020 Episode 31: PODCAST: Episode: 31 \| Fitness Series - Push-ups, Sit-ups and Pull-ups \| SEALSWCC.COM Sometimes the most basic exercises can be the most difficult to master. In the latest Fitness 2020 episode we talk about the techniques to mastering pushups, sit-ups and pull-ups.
11.17.2020 PODCAST: Episode: 30 \| Fitness Series - Core Body Strength \| SEALSWCC.COM There's more to core fitness than six-minute abs. Our director of fitness tells us how to get that midsection taut -- the right way.
11.02.2020 PODCAST: Episode: 29 \| Fitness Series - Lower Body Strength \| SEALSWCC.COM In our second episode on fitness we learn from the NSW director of fitness how to properly train the lower body.
01.23.2020 28 Upper Body Strength Training for the toughest special operations job in the world isn't easy. We consulted the Director of Fitness at the Naval Special Warfare Center for some tips. The beginning of our series on fitness focuses on the upper body.
07.15.2019 27 Behind the Scenes with the Leap Frogs Here's a sneak peek at how the Navy Leap Frogs parachute demonstration team prepare for and execute a jump into Sam Boyd stadium in Las Vegas prior to the Rugby Sevens game. Special audio from the Leap Frogs in flight! ...
07.01.2019 26 NSW: A Psychological Approach Special Operations training is more than physical endurance. It's a mind game, and you've got to get your mind right. We talked with our command psychologist to better understand how humans mentally adapt to the challenges of hardship. For more ...
06.19.2019 25 Focusing on Goals and Overcoming Adversity Setting achievable goals and learning to cope with adversity are crucial skills for Navy SEALs and SWCC. In this episode a senior Navy recruiter describes these characteristics and more. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. 00:21 Intro: Senior Chief Omar ...
03.22.2019 24 Run Training Like a Navy SEAL Special Operations training involves running, and lots of it. In this episode we talk with Naval Special Warfare's director of fitness how to run for maximum effect. For more info check out www.sealswcc.com. 00:22 Intro: I’m Daniel Fletcher. Today we ...
03.05.2019 23 The Leap Frogs Experience The Leapfrogs are the Navy's Parachute Team. This elite team of SEALs and SWCC have performed countless demonstrations around the country for millions of people. We sat down with one of the Leapfrogs to find out what it's like -- ...
02.22.2019 22 Medal of Honor Recipient Britt Slabinski on Leadership Under Pressure Command Master Chief (SEAL) Britt Slabinski, was awarded the nation's highest honor for his heroic action fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan. 00:22 On May 24, 2018 Navy SEAL Command Master Chief Britt Slabinski was invited to the White House and ...
02.18.2019 21 SEAL Officer Selection SEAL Officer Selection and Assessment (SOAS) is a test of potential candidates before they are selected and sent to SEAL training. We spoke with the program manager to learn more about this unique process to find the best and brightest. ...
02.12.2019 20 How to Become a Navy SEAL Officer Successful SEAL officer candidates are exemplary not only in physical fitness, but in other crucial areas such as discipline, resiliency, innovation, intelligence, tenacity and LEADERSHIP. In this episode our officer programs expert explains the difference between enlisted and officer roles, ...
01.08.2019 19 Medal of Honor Recipient Ed Byers The Medal of Honor is our nation's highest award for bravery in combat. We asked Senior Chief SEAL Ed Byers, Medal of Honor recipient, what it means to serve to our country during dangerous and covert operations. For more, check ...
11.28.2018 18 NSW Prep School Future Navy SEALs and SWCC must make it through one important course before they attend training in San Diego: the NSW Prep School. In this episode, the director of Prep discusses how his staff physically and mentally prepares the students ...
11.08.2018 17 SEAL/SWCC Water Confidence Comfort, speed, and efficiency in the water are all hallmarks of a successful NSW recruit. Aquatics expert Dan Kish talks with us about developing confidence in the water. For more information visit www.sealswcc.com. Sound ups: “Get your heads up and ...
11.08.2018 16 From Fleet to Naval Special Warfare Naval Special Warfare is always looking for hard-charging, motivated applicants, including Sailors already serving in the Fleet. We talked with a SEAL Officer whose job is to pick the best applicants from the "Big Navy" for a career in NSW. ...
11.08.2018 15 Dive Motivation: Recruit Mindset Navy SEAL and SWCC candidates get a taste of NSW training at boot camp. The Dive Motivators begin the process of familiarization -- and selection -- of candidates for the long training pipeline ahead of them. Reality sets in quickly. ...
09.20.2018 14 Recruitment Health Physical and mental health is important to the recruiting process for SPECWAR candidates. We spoke with an expert at the Navy's Recruit Training Command to find out how Navy SEAL and SWCC candidates can stay on top of their game. ...
09.19.2018 #13 Navy Recruit Training: NSW Track To be a Navy SEAL or SWCC, you must first be in the NAVY. The first stop in the training pipeline is Recruit Training Command, known informally as "boot camp." In this episode we visit RTC and learn more about ...
09.04.2018 #12 Combat Sidestroke The open water can be deadly, and Navy SEALs and SWCC must master this unpredictable element to make it their ally. This episode explains NSW's secret technique: the Combat Sidestroke. More info can be found at www.SEALSWCC.com. Music Intro 00:20 ...
07.20.2018 #11 Navy SEAL Nutrition Hydration and blood sugar are crucial during intense physical training. Our staff nutrition expert explains how a solid eating plan may be the key to avoid training failure. For more go to www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:03 The only easy day was yesterday. ...
07.11.2018 #10 SWCC Career SWCC are special boat operators who conduct covert missions from the water, at night or under fire. Learn more about these unique warriors in this episode. For additional info check out www.SEALSWCC.com 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) ...
07.09.2018 #9 Injury Prevention Training inevitably leads to injury, but with the right guidance you can avoid most issues and recover faster. Our staff physical rehab expert talks about how you can reduce your risk of injury. For more info go to www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:02:05 ...
06.26.2018 #8 Mythbusting BUD/S People say a lot about SEAL training, but only we can give you the true, updated info. We asked two First Phase staff to debunk the popular myths about BUD/S and tell us how it really is. For more info ...
06.26.2018 #7 NSW: A Female Perspective Women have quietly served in Naval Special Warfare for years. Today, we spoke with two female warriors who deployed with the Teams. For more info go to www.sealswcc.com. 00:00:02 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:22 (Angie Giovannini Intro) ...
05.30.2018 6 How to Become a Navy SEAL You want to join Naval Special Warfare? Recruiting can be a confusing process. A Navy Recruiter, a SEAL and a SWCC break it down for you. For more info go to www.SEALSWCC.com 00:00:15:27 DF: Welcome to “The Only Easy Day ...
05.04.2018 #5 Earning a SEAL Contract Wanna be a SEAL or SWCC? You gotta go through HIM. We asked a Master Chief SEAL how he selects candidates for contracts. For more information visit www.SEALSWCC.com. 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) 00:00:21 DF Intro: In ...
04.25.2018 #4 Mental Toughness Navy SEALs and SWCC possess a high degree of mental toughness. You can too. Find out how from a Navy SEAL Force Master Chief. For more on this visit www.SEALSWCC.com Full Transcript 00:00:02:05 The only easy day was yesterday. (Intro) ...
04.25.2018 #3 How to Train for Naval Special Warfare Ever wondered how to train yourself for a career as a SEAL or SWCC? Meet the man who literally wrote the official book on physical training for Naval Special Warfare. For more information visit www.sealswcc.com. Full Transcript 00:00:02:05 The only ...
04.25.2018 #2 How a Mentor Helps you Train for NSW What is a Naval Special Warfare Mentor, and how can he help you train for the world's toughest special operations program? We found out from one of the best in the business. For more info visit www.SEALSWCC.com Full Transcript 00:00:02:05 ...
04.25.2018 #1 What is a Navy SEAL or Navy SWCC? We talk with two senior operators about what it means to be a SEAL or SWCC, what they do, and how they became leaders among America's elite special warfare warriors. For more info visit www.SEALSWCC.com. (Series Intro): Welcome to “The ...