things are getting intense... | special forces episode 4

special forces episode 4 is here and we're back with another recap!! things are only getting more intense, and watching this season after experiencing special forces ourselves brings back SO many memories. from the physical challenges to the mental battles, there's really nothing that can prepare you for what it's like until you're actually there. this week we're breaking down episode 4, sharing our reactions, giving a little behind-the-scenes perspective from our own experience, and talking about what it really takes to make it through special forces: world's toughest test. whether you've been following along since episode 1 or you're just joining us, we're so glad you're here! let us know your thoughts on this week's episode in the comments and who you're rooting for! love you guys! shawn & andrew (00:00) Special Forces Episode 4: pushing past your breaking point (00:17) how the DS uncover your weaknesses (03:21) character development: Candace Cameron Bure + Colin Gosselin (05:20) leadership under pressure (06:15) the water bottle check + mental stress (08:34) Colin's perfectionism: helpful or overbearing? (10:49) the difference between being helpful + overbearing (13:00) the hostage rescue challenge (16:16) Hannah's leadership struggles + the pressure to make decisions (18:14) what makes a good leader under pressure? (20:10) David Charvet's hostage rescue + the red mist (24:30) Candace steps up as team leader (27:09) Candace's interview: confidence, leadership + marriage (29:44) being supported by your partner vs. being overprotected (34:30) how childhood experiences shape who we become (37:18) Candace + Colin: two very different childhood experiences (40:15) chemical warfare + Mauricio's emotional exit (41:23) interrogations, mind games + the gas chamber (43:58) Colin's search for family + belonging (45:00) what's next for the recruits + final thoughts **a big thank you to our sponsors!** → david protein: https://davidprotein.com/eastfam — buy four cartons and get the fifth free! → ka'chava: https://www.kachava.com — use code EASTFAM for 15% off your order! → minno: https://www.gominno.com — enjoy a 7-day free trial! → skims: https://www.skims.com — shop skims cotton and all our favorite pieces! after placing your order, select “podcast” in the survey and choose our show from the dropdown menu so they know we sent you! subscribe for more special forces recaps and new episodes of couple things every week! follow along: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couplethingspod/ #specialforces #specialforcesworldstoughesttest #couplethings #shawnjohnson #andreweast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices