What's up to all the NorCal Bad Boys out here for this episode with the man, the myth, the legend, TSgt Mark "Funky" Bunkley.  In this conversation, Mark Bunkley discusses his transition from being an operator to a special operations recruiter. He highlights the challenges and misconceptions of recruiting for special warfare and emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the benefits and skills gained in these career fields. Mark shares his strategies for selling special warfare to potential recruits, particularly athletes, and emphasizes the need for consistency and proper training. He also expresses his job satisfaction in mentoring and seeing recruits succeed in their training and careers.  Mark shares his experiences in Air Force Special Warfare and the impact he has had on recruits' lives. He emphasizes the importance of progress and taking responsibility for one's actions. Mark discusses the challenges he faced and the character traits that contribute to success in training. He also highlights the opportunities for advancement and personal growth in special warfare. Mark addresses the role of parents in the decision-making process and offers advice on overcoming doubts.  Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aFBBZoBcQk8UUN_pO7nDA/join Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Best Recruiting Event 01:34 Transition to Recruiting and Challenges 03:03 Misconceptions and Benefits of Special Warfare 04:26 Lack of Knowledge and Awareness 06:29 Transitioning from Operator to Recruiter 08:25 Skills Gained in Special Warfare 09:23 Intrinsic Motivation and Expectations 10:59 Selling Special Warfare and Personal Experiences 14:38 Recruiting Strategies and Target Audience 19:08 Importance of Baseline Athleticism 23:57 Common Mistakes in Physical Training 26:45 Preparing for Special Warfare at a Young Age 29:08 Importance of Consistency and Avoiding Overtraining 33:06 Job Satisfaction and Impact of Mentoring 34:14 Changing Lives and Progress 35:00 Mark literally doxxes some dudes and we all laugh about it 36:12 Taking Responsibility and Building Confidence 37:31 Character and Success 39:19 Advancement and Personal Growth 44:37 Overcoming Challenges and Learning Life Skills 46:11 Dealing with Mistakes and Accountability 48:28 Interacting with Parents and Overcoming Doubts 55:14 Future Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1Ready Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete CardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADY Dread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10 Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY Trench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...