SEAL Troop Commander | Tech Founder | Josh Thurman

<p>Our Combat Story today is former Navy SEAL officer Josh Thurman, who spent over 12 years serving in the SEAL Teams​, including at the elite level. Over the course of 11 deployments in the post-9/11 era​, Josh led high-stakes special operations missions and nearly lost his own life on countless occasions.  </p> <p>Join the AngelQ Waitlist to get a special offer and be one of the first to get access to this amazing product that keeps kids safe online: https://bitli.pro/2pvxr_9464bab7</p> <p>Josh almost never joined the military and, instead, thought of becoming a religious leader, which we talk about in this episode. Instead, he would go on to lead some of the most lethal and intelligent veterans on the planet on successful counterterrorism and hostage rescue missions. </p> <p>After his military service, Josh transitioned to the tech industry in 2023, co-founding AngelQ, an AI company to protect and prioritize the wellbeing of children in the digital age. With that, please enjoy this discussion with Josh Thurman.</p> <p>Check out our Combat Story Newsletter at www.combatstory.com/newsletter</p> <p>EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/combatstory Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!</p> <p>Find Ryan Online:<br /> 🎙️ Connect with Ryan & Combat Story:<br /> 🔗 Ryan's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/combatstory<br /> 🛒 Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/combats...<br /> 📸 Instagram: @combatstory   / combatstory  <br /> 📘 Facebook: @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial<br /> 📖 Learn more about Ryan: https://www.combatstory.com/aboutus<br /> 🎵 Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle</p> <p>00:30 Introduction<br /> 00:49 Meet Josh Thurman: Navy SEAL Officer<br /> 03:20 From Potential Religious Leader to SEAL<br /> 05:54 Josh's Upbringing and Early Influences<br /> 10:27 Choosing the SEALs Over Other Paths<br /> 12:08 Mentorship and Inspiration<br /> 16:11 Angel Q: Protecting Kids in the Digital Age<br /> 18:45 BUD/S Training: Coldest Moments<br /> 30:31 Memorable Interactions with an Instructor<br /> 31:38 Challenges of OCS and Early Military Career<br /> 33:40 Humbling Experiences and First Deployment<br /> 36:56 First Combat Experience in Iraq<br /> 40:51 The Harrowing Vehicle Incident<br /> 47:12 Transitioning to Civilian Life and Entrepreneurship<br /> 50:04 The Mission and Vision of Angel Q<br /> 57:14 Challenges and Rewards of Starting a Company<br /> 59:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections<br /> 01:02:14 Sponsor Message: Delete Me</p>