Ep. 33: Greg Wheelock - (N1) Expanding Capabilities on Active Duty and as a Civilian
In episode 33, Greg Wheelock, a retired Lieutenant Commander with a 25-year career in the U.S. Navy, as he shares captivating tales from his journey as a Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician. From his early fascination with EOD teams in Guam to shipboard deployments and shore duties in locations like Det Bermuda, Wheelock provides a firsthand account of the diverse and dynamic world of EOD operations. The conversation delves into the challenges of underwater demolitions, parachute insertions, and even a cinematic-like experience of parachuting onto a submarine in the middle of the sea.
The narrative seamlessly weaves through Wheelock's experiences, from his transition to becoming a Limited Duty Officer (LDO) to the camaraderie within the tight-knit EOD community and the use of humor as a coping mechanism in high-stress situations. The episode not only offers a glimpse into the adrenaline-pumping world of EOD but also explores Wheelock's successful transition to civilian life, where he used the skills and knowledge he attained during 25 years of active duty, with the Technical Support Center (TSC), providing crucial expertise and support for EOD operations. Get ready for an episode packed with adventure, resilience, and the unique bond forged in the EOD community.
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EPISODE SPONSOR:
NSOF - Navy Special Operations Foundation
https://www.nsof.org/
"We exist to ensure our operators and their families are provided with all the tools necessary to overcome any challenges they may face and let them know they are never alone in the fight"
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TIME STAMP
00:00 – Start
00:53 – Guest Introduction
01:11 – Sponsor
01:40 – Gunners Mate Navy time
03:09 – Exposed to Navy EOD
09:41 – Mobile Unit One in Hawaii
13:24 – Shore Duty Detachment Bermuda
24:32 – Operation Raleigh
28:13 – EOD Parachute Insertion Capability
34:45 – MK16 Rebreather Diving Rig
40:40 – China Lake Director for Energetics
55:11 – Mine Counter Measures Sonar Equipment
01:07:49 – Night Dive and Near Mishaps
01:15:45 – Putting in an LDO Package
01:24:39 – EOD Dark Humor
01:41:28 – What to do Post Retirement
01:55:07 – Tactical Level is Where Wars are Won
01:58:27 – Current Work
02:03:58 – Greg Wheelock’s Message to Active Duty
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