Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Throughout 2025, Danger Close featured some of the most powerful, emotional, and historically significant conversations in the show’s history — none more impactful than the interviews with the men of MACV-SOG, men who inspired the #1 _New York Times_ bestselling novel, CRY HAVOC.
Formed during the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group was one of the most clandestine and highly trained units ever assembled. These warriors operated in the shadows, conducted missions that remained classified for decades, and carried the weight of those experiences long after coming home.
This special Best Of episode brings together the most memorable insights, stories, and reflections from this year’s interviews with SOG veterans — a tribute to the legacy, sacrifice, and courage of those who stepped forward when their nation needed them most.
Featured Moments Include:
Firsthand recollections of running recon across the fence
Leadership forged in the most dangerous missions of the war
The emotional cost of secrecy, sacrifice, and survival
Lessons for today’s warriors, citizens, and future generations
Referenced Episodes and Videos:
Jim Shorten: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: youtu.be/IuTDDAvAHQY
Top Secret Combat in Laos: youtu.be/SWYKhm_AWOs
John Stryker Meyer: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: youtu.be/h3FdEgm-fzU
MACV-SOG: The Secret War: youtu.be/pCGbykibF4I
Part 2: MACV-SOG: The Secret War: youtu.be/hhdBsDliUus
Surrender Not An Option: youtu.be/IJywCS9voxE
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SPONSORS
CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc
Bravo Company Manufacturing - bravocompanyusa.com and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA
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Throughout 2025, Danger Close featured some of the most powerful, emotional, and historically significant conversations in the show’s history — none more impactful than the interviews with the men of MACV-SOG, men who inspired the #1 _New York Times_ bestselling novel, CRY HAVOC.
Formed during the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group was one of the most clandestine and highly trained units ever assembled. These warriors operated in the shadows, conducted missions that remained classified for decades, and carried the weight of those experiences long after coming home.
This special Best Of episode brings together the most memorable insights, stories, and reflections from this year’s interviews with SOG veterans — a tribute to the legacy, sacrifice, and courage of those who stepped forward when their nation needed them most.
Featured Moments Include:
Firsthand recollections of running recon across the fence
Leadership forged in the most dangerous missions of the war
The emotional cost of secrecy, sacrifice, and survival
Lessons for today’s warriors, citizens, and future generations
Referenced Episodes and Videos:
Jim Shorten: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: youtu.be/IuTDDAvAHQY
Top Secret Combat in Laos: youtu.be/SWYKhm_AWOs
John Stryker Meyer: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: youtu.be/h3FdEgm-fzU
MACV-SOG: The Secret War: youtu.be/pCGbykibF4I
Part 2: MACV-SOG: The Secret War: youtu.be/hhdBsDliUus
Surrender Not An Option: youtu.be/IJywCS9voxE
FOLLOW JACK
Instagram: @JackCarrUSA
X: @JackCarrUSA
Facebook: @JackCarr
YouTube: @JackCarrUSA
SPONSORS
CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc
Bravo Company Manufacturing - bravocompanyusa.com and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA
THE SIGs of Jack Carr:
Visit sigsauer.com and on Instagram @sigsauerinc
Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here jackcarr.co/gear
