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IED Alley: Navy SEAL Kevin Kent on Surviving Iraq’s Deadliest Days | Ep. 256 | Pt. 1

Mike Drop

Mike Ritland

Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Documentary, Politics, News

4.96.3K Ratings

🗓️ 9 September 2025

⏱️ 73 minutes

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Summary

Get ready for an explosive episode of the Mike Drop podcast, where we dive into the gritty, unfiltered life of Chief Special Warfare Operator Kevin Kent. With over two decades in the SEAL teams, Kevin’s story is a rollercoaster of high-stakes missions, near-death experiences, and lessons learned the hard way. From dodging tracers in the chaotic streets of Iraq during the 2003 deployment to navigating the wild aftermath of liberty incidents, Kevin’s journey is a raw testament to the resilience and grit it takes to thrive in the world’s most elite fighting force. His tales of camaraderie, chaos, and personal growth will pull you in and keep you on the edge of your seat. This episode isn’t just about war stories—it’s about the man behind the trident. Kevin opens up about his roots as an Army brat, growing up in Tennessee with a disciplined EOD father who shaped his path to the SEALs. He shares the pivotal moments that drove him to push past doubt and physical limits, from a regret-fueled high school football exit to grueling factory jobs that prepped him for BUD/S. With humor and candor, Kevin reflects on the mishaps—like a bar brawl in Albuquerque that nearly derailed his career—and the triumphs that defined his 20-year tenure. Whether it’s serving high-risk warrants in New Mexico or mentoring actors in Hollywood, his multifaceted life as a SEAL, comedian, stuntman, and podcast co-host shines through. Buckle up as we explore the chaos, courage, and clarity of Kevin Kent’s remarkable journey. From the battlefield to the big screen, he’s lived a life most can only imagine, and he’s here to share the unvarnished truth. Whether you’re drawn to the adrenaline of combat, the brotherhood of the teams, or the unexpected turns of a SEAL’s career, this episode delivers it all with the raw intensity you expect from Mike Drop. Don’t miss this deep dive into a warrior’s world, where every story is a lesson, and every lesson is hard-earned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0

O3 was, I mean, wild west.

0:03.0

I mean, there were dudes getting blown up all the fucking times.

0:06.0

Our primary mission was essentially getting

0:10.0

assaulters from point A to point B and providing Overwatch.

0:14.0

And we drove all over Iraq.

0:17.0

We got some times where we were some hairy shit.

0:21.6

I'm like the number one vehicle. I'm driving.

0:23.6

And there's dudes shooting at a group of army on this side or Marines.

0:28.6

And it's like gunfire across the road.

0:31.6

And you just see tracers.

0:32.6

And we're driving right through the fucking middle of it.

0:35.6

And we had been, you know, like drive through some shit, you hear.

0:39.3

Bo-boom!

0:40.3

Little lights.

0:41.3

And you're like, Big 4, are you up?

0:43.3

They're like, yep, we're good.

0:45.3

You're like, holy shit, we've just missed getting blown the fuck up.

0:49.3

Can you kind of walk us through each of those appointments?

0:52.3

Well, I will say......since the Civil War dogs have stood alongside our military,

1:07.0

proving to be indispensable partners.

1:10.0

Our military prioritized ensuring proper K-9 nutrition for optimal performance,

1:14.6

recognizing its vital role in mission success.

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