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In this episode, Tyler and Jose sit down with Chase Smoak (3rd Battalion 2nd Marines) and traverse his experiences as a bomb dog handler during operations in Musa Qala, Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2011. Chase also discusses his reunion with Luke, his bomb dog, and his passion for plant science.

Chase emphasized that he wanted to pay homage to the Marines of 3rd Battalion 2nd Marines and the Marines who gave the ultimate sacrifice during his 2011 deployment. Chase expresses his deepest gratitude, love, and honor by carrying the stories of his brothers and sharing them. Chase also wanted to let the families of the fallen know that those Marines will never be forgotten and are always in his heart and mind.

(Special Guest) Chase Smoak
(Host) Tyler Pawlak
(Host) Jose Herrera
(Music) Danny Akers