Aug. 21, 2025

Episode 209: Eric Gilmet "Court-Martialed by the System "The Untold Story of the MARSOC 3"

Show Notes

In this conversation, Eric Gilmet shares his journey from a decorated military career to the legal battles he faced as part of the MarSoc 3. He discusses the importance of player safety in sports, reflects on his childhood influences, and the emotional toll of military service. Eric recounts his experiences in combat, the incident involving Rick Rodriguez, and the subsequent legal ramifications. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the significance of camaraderie, personal accountability, and the challenges of navigating life after service. In this conversation, Eric shares his harrowing journey through the military justice system, detailing the emotional turmoil he faced during a lengthy investigation and trial process. He discusses the impact of unlawful command influence on his case, the challenges of navigating military law, and the eventual dismissal of charges against him. Eric reflects on the support he received from friends and family, the lessons learned from his experiences, and how he has found peace and happiness in his life after service. He expresses a desire to advocate for change within the military justice system to prevent similar injustices from occurring in the future.

00:00 Preseason Football and Player Safety

08:15 Reflecting on a Military Career

18:39 The Transition to Special Operations

28:18 The Incident in Iraq: January 1, 2019

36:59 Aftermath and Medical Response

42:25 Reflections on Decisions Made

48:10 Consequences and Investigations

01:01:15 Emotional Impact and Perception

01:09:30 Command Influence and Legal Threats

01:16:14 The Impact of Colonel Shaw's Comments

01:21:51 Firing Your Defense Team

01:28:23 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Dismissal

01:34:32 Reflections on Military Justice and Accountability

01:39:36 The Weight of Words and Personal Growth

01:56:30 Reflections on a Personal Journey

02:08:36 Finding Peace and Moving Forward

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