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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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Timothy Alberino - Lost Chinkana City The Greatest Discovery Since Machu Picchu SRS #206

Tim Tebow - Fighting For Our Children SRS #199

Thomas Drago Dzieran - Navy SEAL The Terrorist Terrorizer SRS #189

Steve Kwast – How China is Mining the Moon and Weaponizing Space SRS #202

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Steve Kwast
Lieutenant General USAF retired, expert in space technology and energy.
SpaceBuild, Genesis Systems
Episode: Steve Kwast – How China is Mining the Moon and Weaponizing Space SRS #202
Shyam Sankar
Chief Technology Officer and founding member of Palantir Technologies
Palantir Technologies
Episode: Shyam Sankar - Chief Technology Officer of Palantir The Future of Warfare SRS #190
Marat Gabidullin
Former commander of Wagner Group and author seeking asylum in France
Wagner Group
Episode: Marat Gabidullin - Wagner Group Commander Russian Mercenary SRS #195
Jon Truett
Former SAS soldier and expert in human performance
Episode: Jon Truett - Optimizing Human Performance SRS #201
John Stryker Meyer
U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret veteran who served in Covert Military Assistance Command, Vietnam, Studies and Observation Group (MACV-SOG) during the Vietnam War, and is the author of multiple books on the subject.
Author & Podcaster, SOGcast
Episode: John Stryker Meyer - MACV-SOG The Secret War in Vietnam SRS #193
Dave Ramsey
Legendary personal finance expert and author
Ramsey Solutions
Episode: Dave Ramsey - CEO, Ramsey Solutions SRS #191
Dave Mustaine
Co-founder of Megadeth and former guitarist for Metallica
Megadeth
Episode: Dave Mustaine - Megadeth Co-Founder & Frontman SRS #203
Simone Ledeen
Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East; intelligence and defense expert
Defence Intelligence Community / Government
Episode: Simone Ledeen - Inside the Middle East Israel, Syria, Iran & What You’re Not Being Told SRS #220
Scott Nolan
CEO of General Matter
General Matter
Episode: Scott Nolan - CEO of General Matter on Uranium Enrichment SRS #211

Host

Shawn Ryan
Host of the show, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA contractor, and founder of Vigilance Elite.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Superb

    A superb interview of Pete Blaber! I am impressed and thankful for you and your show. Thank you for clearing up the Pat Tillman controversy. I appreciate your dedication to the truth and standing for what’s right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smallz77777
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show!

    Shawn’s efforts have helped me tremendously religiously. As well as offered a fresh perspective to me. Great show and even better guy. Look forward to more episodes every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N30N466
    United States3 months ago
  • Shlep Interview

    Thank you and Shlep for bringing this to light!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J.P. FL
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome

    Definitely worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keechy7
    Australia4 months ago
  • Updates?

    Have you done any updates on some of your shows? In particular the SAS operator who was up for murder?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RGL0003
    United States4 months ago

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Guests consistently deliver high-impact, often eye-opening stories that feel authentic and unvarnished.
The host asks tough, direct questions and maintains a candid, respectful tone.
Interviews frequently cover leadership, resilience, and real-world gear or tech insights that translate to practical takeaways.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics from military history to space tech and personal journeys, with strong faith and values threaded in.

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#72
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Talking Points

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Dr. Diane Hennacy - The Shocking Link Between Autism, Telepathy & Time Travel SRS #236
Q: How do you approach decoding a dream in a therapeutic context?
I start by identifying the dominant emotion in the dream, then explore any waking-life situations that evoke a similar feeling, and finally connect those threads to past experiences to uncover unconscious patterns that may be driving current behavior.
Gerard Barron - CIA Project Azorian & Deep Sea Mining That Could Change the World SRS #231
Q: Gerard, what did that Nautilus Minerals episode teach you about technology versus storytelling in this industry?
The key is balancing a compelling narrative with solid technology; early funding success came from believing in the idea, but the long-term viability depended on robust environmental data, strong partnerships, and a clear path to scale.
Dan Driscoll - U.S. Secretary of the Army SRS #239
Q: How is the Army reducing waste and reallocating funds effectively?
By cutting nonessential spending, accelerating procurement through TIC and ISVs, and repurposing legacy platforms (e.g., Humvees) into agile, cost-efficient solutions like ISVs, while focusing on soldiers as the customer.
Dan Driscoll - U.S. Secretary of the Army SRS #239
Q: What does 'peace through strength' mean in practice for the Army today?
It means being more capable, better equipped, and ready to deploy quickly; leveraging innovation and aggressive modernization so adversaries know the U.S. can respond decisively, reducing the likelihood of conflict.
Brandon Tseng – Shield AI’s X-BAT The First AI Fighter Jet to Outsmart Top Gun SRS #247
Q: How did your battlefield experiences shape your vision for building AI systems that protect warfighters in combat?
They provided a master class in ISR, targeting, and direct action that informed how to design autonomous systems to understand kill chains, coordinate with air assets, and reduce risk to warfighters by enabling machines to operate effectively in complex environments.

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The show features candid conversations with former military personnel, defense and tech experts, and high-profile public figures, focusing on real-world experiences, resilience, leadership, and the intersection of duty, technology, and culture. Episodes often center on military history, national security, space and defense technology, personal transformation, and faith-driven mission work, with a no-nonsense, truth-seeking approach. A standout pattern is the emphasis on practical lessons from extreme experiences, accountability, and the human side of high-stakes careers. Listeners likely appreciate unvarnished storytelling, tactical insights, and conversations that bridge veteran experiences with contemporary issues in defense, policy, and ... more

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2. Shyam Sankar
3. Marat Gabidullin
4. Jon Truett
5. John Stryker Meyer
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7. Dave Mustaine
8. Simone Ledeen

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