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The Shawn Ryan Show

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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.
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#88 Chris Miller - Former Secretary of Defense on Toppling the Taliban | Part 1

Chris Miller is the former Secretary of Defense with a 27 year career in the United States Army. Throughout his career, he oversaw multiple special operations organizations, culminating with his command of the 2nd Battalion, 5th SFG(A). In Part One of three part series, we cover Miller's background spanning his impressive career. Miller breaks down one of his most important tasks–toppling the Taliban government and supporting the local resistance initiatives. This is an inside look at United Sta...

Dec 11, 20231 hr 40 min

#87 Michael Shellenberger - Elon Musk, Twitter Files and Media Collapse | Part 2

Michael Shellenberger is an award winning Journalist and best selling Author. He is best known for his book "San Fransicko," a cautionary tale of how progressives ruin cities. In part two, Michael and Shawn discuss the dissolution of partisan lines in the U.S. political system. Michael outlines the damage disinformation has done to the country's institutions and the erosion of public trust. Shawn and Michael cover the infamous "Twitter files" and the roles of faith and free will in a modern demo...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 22 min

#87 Michael Shellenberger - The Demise of California | Part 1

Michael Shellenberger is an award winning Journalist and best selling Author. He is best known for his book "San Fransicko," a cautionary tale of how progressives ruin cities. Michael and Shawn jump straight into the current state of California and its failed policies. Michael breaks down how legislation intended to decriminalize homelessness and drug abuse actually enabled the problems rather than solving them. Michael also uncovers the double standards and corruption of the California state go...

Dec 04, 20231 hr 24 min

#86 Laird Hamilton - Near-Death Surf Experiences and Surviving JAWS | Part 2

Laird Hamilton is a legendary American big wave surfer, known for riding some of the most dangerous waves ever to break. Laird is also a fitness icon and creator of Laird Superfood. Part two is the story of Hamilton's incredible surfing career. He recounts his struggle to find his footing among an industry set on sponsors and rules and how he ultimately became a trend setter rather than a follower. Shawn and Laird discuss "bio-hacking" and how Laird Superfood was created. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsor...

Nov 29, 20232 hr 48 min

#86 Laird Hamilton - The Greatest Big Wave Surfer of All Time | Part 1

Laird Hamilton is a legendary American big wave surfer, known for riding some of the most dangerous waves ever to break. Laird is also a fitness icon and creator of Laird Superfood. Part one of this two part series is a chronicling of Hamilton's childhood in Hawaii where he met his first love–the ocean. Hamilton recounts what it was like being the odd man out in a culture he would grow to be apart of. This episode also covers his early surfing career and the beginnings of his insatiable drive to...

Nov 27, 20232 hr 40 min

#85 Bryce Case Jr. AKA YTCracker - Anonymous Hacker

Bryce Case Jr., aka YTCracker, is a hacker and musician. Bryce has been called "The Original Digital Gangster" for his early adoption and manipulation of all things online. Ryan Montgomery, a fan favorite on SRS, calls Bryce his mentor. In this special Holiday release, we cover Bryce's life story starting with his early exploits when the internet was just coming into itself. We discuss his aptitude for clever digital marketing and finding money-making opportunities in every corner of America Onl...

Nov 23, 20235 hr 57 min

#84 Nick Bryant - Did Jeffrey Epstein Clone Himself? | Part 2

Nick Bryant is the author of "The Franklin Scandal" and Activist for Epstein Justice. Bryant is also credited with publishing Jeffrey Epstein's "Little Black Book." Part two is a complete breakdown of Jeffrey Epstein's vile empire and the systems that enabled his rise to a position of power in "high society." Bryant details the origins of the "Little Black Book" and uncovers the names within it. This is the account the mainstream media won't cover. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfoo...

Nov 21, 20231 hr 24 min

#84 Nick Bryant - Epstein's Secret Black Book | Part 1

Nick Bryant is the author of "The Franklin Scandal" and Activist for Epstein Justice. Bryant is also credited with publishing Jeffrey Epstein's "Little Black Book." Part one is a deep dive into Bryant's investigation into The Franklin Scandal. This was one of the first child trafficking rings that was highly publicized and alerted the general population to such heinous activities. Bryant explains how the criminal underworld gave way to monsters like Jeffrey Epstein. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: htt...

Nov 20, 20231 hr 15 min

#83 Victor Marx on How Big Tech & Artificial Intelligence Influence Child Predators | Part 3

Victor Marx is a high risk humanitarian, former U.S. Marine, author, filmmaker, and lays claim to the World's fastest gun disarm. In part three, Marx tells us more about his is incredible mission work across the globe. Shawn and Victor discuss faith and the role it plays in a world on the brink. Marx's history and humanitarian work gives him a unique perspective on the challenges facing the United States today. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE " SRS " https://meetf...

Nov 15, 20231 hr 36 min

#83 The Methods Victor Marx Used to Overcome His Terrifying Childhood | Part 2

Victor Marx is a high risk humanitarian, former U.S. Marine, author, filmmaker, and lays claim to the World's fastest gun disarm. In part two, we get into Marx's humanitarian work with All Things Possible. His missions have taken him all over the world to Iraq, Syria, North Africa and Southeast Asia – mostly in non-permissive and high threat environments. His work focuses on orphans and widows that are victims of war, abuse and crimes against humanity. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsupe...

Nov 14, 20231 hr 21 min

#83 What Led Victor Marx to Become the World's Fastest Gun Disarmer | Part 1

Victor Marx is a high risk humanitarian, former U.S. Marine, author, filmmaker, and lays claim to the World's fastest gun disarm. This is a three part series that covers his life story. In part one, Marx recounts a childhood marked by severe abuse. By the time he graduated from high school, his lifestyle was filled with drugs, fights and theft. Yet, the discipline of the military and his steadfast faith would reset the course of his life. This episode is extremely graphic. Viewer / Listener disc...

Nov 13, 20231 hr 49 min

#82 Luis Chaparro - Navy SEAL and Journalist Discuss Combatting Cartels with a Psyop | Part 2

Luis Chaparro is a Journalist specializing in narcos, cartels, and immigration. This is his third appearance on SRS where he brings the most up-to-date information on the growing crises south of the border. In part two, Luis outlines a staged and deliberate plan to defeat the cartels–a psyop. Shawn and Luis discuss this strategy in detail, harkening back to Ryan's experiences in the CIA. Chaparro also uncovers a new drug crisis that is overtaking the already disastrous fentanyl epidemic. Shawn R...

Nov 08, 20231 hr 26 min

#82 Luis Chaparro - Journalist with a $60,000 Bounty Breaks into Ovidio Guzmán's House | Part 1

Luis Chaparro is a Journalist specializing in narcos, cartels, and immigration. This is his third appearance on SRS where he brings the most up-to-date information on the growing crises south of the border. In part one, Chaparro updates us on the aftershock of a small scale war that thrust Mexico into a state of chaos when authorities captured Ovidio Guzman, son of drug lord El Chapo. In retaliation, hundreds of armed cartel members laid siege to multiple cities, occupying multiple areas, establ...

Nov 06, 20231 hr 41 min

#81 Sarah Adams - Barack Obama Visited Beyonce and Jay-Z During the Benghazi Attacks | Part 2

This episode is a follow up to our investigation into the Benghazi attacks with Mark Geist. Sarah Adams is a former CIA Targeter with a wealth of experience leading intelligence initiatives during the Global War on Terror. In part two, Adams exposes what was happening Stateside during the Benghazi attacks while U.S. Service Members were fighting for their lives. Shawn and Sarah discuss what measures could have been taken that night to provide support to the CIA Annex team on the ground. This epi...

Nov 01, 20231 hr 23 min

#81 Sarah Adams - CIA Targeter Exposes How Hamza bin Laden is Alive | Part 1

This episode is a follow up to our investigation into the Benghazi attacks with Mark Geist. Sarah Adams is a former CIA Targeter with a wealth of experience leading intelligence initiatives during the Global War on Terror. In part one of this two part series, Adams gives us an overview of what it's like to run targeting and intelligence operations for the U.S. She also outlines the power structures of different terrorist groups around the world and how they continue to operate today. Adams also ...

Oct 30, 20231 hr 25 min

#80 John Lovell - Navy SEAL and Army Ranger Discuss What's Destroying America | Part 4

John Lovell is a former Army Ranger turned creator, homesteader and best-selling author. Lovell is the founder of the Warrior Poet Society, a values-based community geared towards training, preparedness, and spirituality. The final part of this series is all about Lovell's wisdom gained from fatherhood. Lovell and Shawn discuss the realties of parenting in a modern world, the value of having values , and how to carve a righteous path in dark times. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfoo...

Oct 26, 20231 hr 32 min

#80 John Lovell - How a 75th Ranger Built One of the Biggest Tactical Training Networks | Part 3

John Lovell is a former Army Ranger turned creator, homesteader and best-selling author. Lovell is the founder of the Warrior Poet Society, a values-based community geared towards training, preparedness, and spirituality. Part three of this four part series is all about the closing of Lovell's career as an Army Ranger and his transition into civilian life. Lovell outlines his early days in business and the beginning of his marriage and how to build a strong foundation in a relationship. We also ...

Oct 25, 20231 hr 11 min

#80 John Lovell - 75th Rangers’ Deadly Gunfight and Near-Death Ambush | Part 2

John Lovell is a former Army Ranger turned creator, homesteader and best-selling author. Lovell is the founder of the Warrior Poet Society, a values-based community geared towards training, preparedness, and spirituality. Part two of this four part series is all about Lovell's career as an Army Ranger in 2nd Ranger Battalion. Lovell served on multiple combat deployments during the Global War On Terror. Lovell vividly recounts the early days of the war, shortly after the 9/11 attacks and a deadly...

Oct 24, 20231 hr 42 min

#80 John Lovell - Army Spec Ops Dude Recounts the Hardest Portion of Ranger School | Part 1

John Lovell is a former Army Ranger turned creator, homesteader and best-selling author. Lovell is the founder of the Warrior Poet Society, a values-based community geared towards training, preparedness, and spirituality. Part one of this four part series is all about Lovell's childhood and early life. Lovell is a successful and well known creator, but his origin story has largely remained a mystery until now. We also explore his entry into the 2nd Ranger Battalion and his radical transformation...

Oct 23, 20231 hr 9 min

#79 Sean Webb - How Average Humans Can Look into the Future Through Consciousness | Part 2

Sean Webb is the author of "Mind Hacking Happiness" and through his work with the Monroe Institute, Webb has become one of the foremost authorities on remote viewing & consciousness. In part two of this episode, Webb details his time at the Monroe Institute and the programs they offer. Webb provides a full look at the growing body of research taking place at the institute. We also discuss the prospect of having host Shawn Ryan attempt remote viewing at the institute. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors...

Oct 18, 202339 min

#79 Sean Webb - CIA Funds Remote Viewing Program | Part 1

Sean Webb is the author of "Mind Hacking Happiness" and through his work with the Monroe Institute, Webb has become one of the foremost authorities on remote viewing & consciousness. In this episode, Webb walks us through the history and process of remote viewing. We learn about the CIA's interest in this phenomenon and the back story of one of the most famous remote viewers–Joe McMoneagle. Webb outlines his experience with his first remote viewing. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsup...

Oct 16, 20231 hr 5 min

#78 Tim Burchett - Non-human Biologics, UFO Encounters, and Mexico's Alien Bodies | Part 2

This week on SRS, we welcome Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett to the show. Burchett is one of the few congressmen that is actively pursuing the uncovering of UAP / UFO phenomena, regardless of how much flak it may bring. Burchett put together the first hearing for Congress to seriously evaluate UAP / UFO reports in 50 years. Part two of this episode covers the hearing and breaks down multiple testimonies and encounters. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE " SRS " ht...

Oct 11, 20231 hr 27 min

#78 Tim Burchett - Inside UFO/UAP Government Programs | Part 1

This week on SRS, we welcome Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett to the show. Burchett is one of the few congressmen that is actively pursuing the uncovering of UAP / UFO phenomena, regardless of how much flak it may bring. Burchett put together the first hearing for Congress to seriously evaluate UAP / UFO reports in 50 years. Part one of this episode explores the origins of the newfound push to explain and investigate these occurrences. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE...

Oct 09, 20231 hr 20 min

#77 Tom Satterly - Delta Force CSM (RET) "All Secure" | Part 3

This week on SRS, we welcome Command SGT Major (R), Tom Satterly to the show. Satterly is a former Delta Force Operator with over twenty years of combat experience. He has participated in operations all across the globe. We're breaking his incredible story into a three part series. Part 3 In this episode, Satterly tells us about the aftermath of Somalia and his career during the Global War on Terror. Then, we get into Satterly's transition out of Special Operations and into his civilian life whe...

Oct 04, 20232 hr 46 min

#77 Tom Satterly - The Battle of Mogadishu "Black Hawk Down" 30th Anniversary | Part 2

This week on SRS, we welcome Command SGT Major (R), Tom Satterly to the show. Satterly is a former Delta Force Operator with over twenty years of combat experience. He has participated in operations all across the globe. We're breaking his incredible story into a three part series. Part 2 Thirty years ago, on October 3, 1993, U.S. forces planned to seize two of Mohammed Farah Aidid's top lieutenants during a meeting deep in Mogadishu. The raid was only intended to last an hour, but exploded into...

Oct 03, 20232 hr 44 min

#77 Tom Satterly - Delta Force Operator | Part 1

This week on SRS, we welcome Command SGT Major (R), Tom Satterly to the show. Satterly is a former Delta Force Operator with over twenty years of combat experience. He has participated in operations all across the globe. We're breaking his incredible story into a three part series. Part 1 We learn about Satterly's upbringing and how he joined the military. Satterly walks us through vivid memories of his recruitment experience. He shares his experience in the training pipeline and the road to Del...

Oct 02, 20231 hr 49 min

#76 Erik Prince - China vs Taiwan, JFK Assassination, Ad ID Tracking & Social Credit | Part 2

Part 2 of this episode covers growing conflict on the world stage and secrecy here at home. Shawn & Erik discuss growing tensions between China & Taiwan. How likely is a CCP invasion of the island? What role will the US play in that conflict? Does Taiwan even stand a chance? Have all of these questions answered by Prince, one of the foremost authorities on foreign policy and global security operations. Prince also brings a new perspective to the JFK assassination and classified reports. ...

Sep 27, 20231 hr 25 min

#76 Erik Prince - 6 Enemies of Big Government, Combating Cartels and the Ukraine War | Part 1

So much has been happening in the world over the last few months–the war in Ukraine, the value drops in the US dollar, a recession and political turmoil. SRS wanted to get insights from someone who can see beyond the veil. That's why we're welcoming back Erik Prince, Founder of Blackwater and American Entrepreneur, Former Navy Seal. Prince explains the shifts in foreign policy and the looming dangers of a no-end war in Ukraine and the growing threat of the CCP. He shares his experiences contract...

Sep 25, 20232 hr 31 min

#75 Nick Freitas - Woke Schooling, Identity Crisis, National Divorce and Parenting Advice

This week on SRS we're diving into all things society & culture with Former Green Beret and Virginia State Delegate Nick Freitas. Shawn and Nick discuss the shifting political climate across the country as "woke culture" creates unintended targets. Freitas lays out the changing value structure of the modern family and how missing fathers are affecting the growth and success of America's youth. Shawn and Nick also touch on the epidemic of mass shootings that have become the new normal for the...

Sep 18, 20233 hr 51 min

#74 Mark "Oz" Geist - 13 Hours Survivor Reflects on the Deadly Benghazi Attacks

Today marks the 11th anniversary of the unprecedented attack on a U.S. Consulate and CIA Annex in Benghazi, Libya that claimed the lives of four Americans– J. Christopher Stevens (U.S. Ambassador), Sean Smith (U.S. Foreign Service Information Officer), Glen "Bub" Doherty (U.S. Navy SEAL / CIA), and Tyrone S. "Rone" Woods (U.S Navy Seal / CIA). The aftermath of this attack resulted in ten investigations spanning two years that shook the core of American foreign policy and protocol within the Stat...

Sep 11, 20233 hr 31 min
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