Marine Pulse

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Marine Pulse
Andrew Jurschak and Matt Francis
January 23, 2026

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Episode Notes:

This week, Andrew Jurschak joins Matt Francis for a wide-reaching conversation that recounts his experiences as a new lieutenant in Afghanistan and the initial intimidation of leading a platoon of marines. He shares the story of his platoon walking into an ambush, highlighting the necessity of preparation, personal accountability, and true leadership in combat.

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