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Dude honestly you just earned my respect by saying we’re free to monetize your content. I respect someone who is smart enough to realize it’s just free marketing for you.
This is a common practice now to bring in new viewers. Andrew Tate actually helped popularize this strategy (he wanted his content everywhere to sell his Hustlers U scam)
Last week I attempted suicide. Couldn’t find any purpose for myself and felt life was pointless and i was done. This podcast is what has helped me pick myself up and not stay down. Listening to dudes that have been through it and now stand tall on the other side gives me so much hope. Thank you brother, this pod means the world to some of us. Stay strong
This is the time you were meant to be here. You were born for these times. If you can’t get to try Ayahuasca get you come quality counseling. One thing I know is we are not here randomly. Stay strong. 👍🏾🔥
@lw3894 God of the Bible has been my guide. I prayed for spiritual healing after losing family and friends to murder and suicide, and asked him to reveal himself to me. It was life changing for me, I think it could be for you too.
One thing I like is Shawn can literally sit there and trade experiences with the guest and relate to being at the same location but he holds that back and just listens.
He has incredible talent to pause and listen. I feel like he would be an excellent therapist. In many ways, he already is without the traditional title.
When you hate the government so much it's easy to hate everyone who serves it, but Shawn brings the humanity back to the subject. Very much appreciated
Not all in Gov are bought and evil. Just most are. Like 1 eye Dan who shits on fellow veterans. And take joe who said he's been VP for over 30 yrs. Amazing.
1:52:30 my brother-in-law, served multiple tours in Afghanistan. The army had promised his interpreter that they would move his family here to the US. After his tours in Afghanistan, he lost his battle of PTSD and took his own life. After his death, my mother-in-law hounded the army and other agencies to get his interpreter over here. It took five years, but we got him here with his family. I feel like he is my brother, although I never really knew him before. After our government abandoned those who helped us in Afghanistan his mother and his brother, who was Afghani commando are still there as far as I know, they’re both still alive. It makes my blood boil that we left those we promise to help behind.
@@tonyvieira4534 did they really ever promise them that they (our government) would keep them safe though? i feel like they probably more led them to believe that than actually outright promised it, and so i can't without a reasonable doubt say they were actually renegging (which let's face it, they knew they were going to end up doing an about face and abandoning the assets they developed when they outlived their usefulness from the get go) on any promises. We're talking about a government that has been using counter intelligence programs, agents provocateur, crisis actors, and all kinds of secret squirrel shit to keep us divided and conquered for decades. They have no problem flooding out streets with drugs so they can fund illegal proxy wars, and then locking us up to be used as slave labor when our impoverished communities who have no other ways of making a real living become involved in those what are usually unbeknownst to them, the laymen, high level operations. flooding poor mostly minority communities with guns and drugs, and kidnapping people to be sold into slavery (the 3 most lucrative black markets, which our government is the number 1 kingpin of every one) to keep those communities destabilized and impoverished, powerless. We are talking about the real evil empire here. Not liberators. There is no freedom in America. Everything has a price. If another country's people made a deal with the devil, then they got what they had coming to them when the devil came to collect. I have never felt like more of a bad guy than when I was an active duty MARINE. Rah!
The Mom flyswatter story made me smile. My mom broke off a hickory branch one day when I was about 10 and I snatched it away from her broke it into small pieces and threw at her feet. When my dad got home I will never forget this confrontation. He grabbed me by the shirt pushed me up against a wall and said something I have held onto for over 60 years. “Boy I understand that she is your mom but mfer that’s my WIFE and I will end you if you ever disrespect her like this again!” Trust me it took and until the day she died @86 years of age I always treated her with respect. Tragically I lost my dad shortly after this encounter but I never forgot that look in his eyes and the passion in his voice. He loved her, I’ve tried to always show my wife that same type of love.
I’m a 30 something year old female with no ties to the military but I’m absolutely obsessed with this show/podcast. I love the longform interviews and the guests are always so so interesting. I watch a ton of podcasts over a bunch of different genres, and this is one of my favorites. Keep up the good work Sean and team ❤
I wish more Americans would watch your podcasts. They would learn more about what is going on in this world of ours. Tony Cowen is a true American hero and so are you.
I have accumulated so much extra respect for the military just by listening to these shows. I can't explain the appreciation and admiration I have developed listening to Shawn and all his guests. I suppose the best way I can think of comparing the feeling is like a kid looking up to a super hero. Thank you all so much for what you do and have done.
Same brother. I grew up poor and with absolute hate for the government. But Shawn has opened my eyes to the warriors fighting for our freedom! God bless.
Shawn, I wanted to let you know that your testimony about how you found your way to Christ has inspired me to do the same. I grew up going to church, somewhere along the way I lost my way. Hearing your testimony encouraged me to start bringing my family to church and after a few obvious signs from god the answer was clear. We’ve been going every Sunday. Thank you Shawn, for always speaking the truth.
When he is talking about realizing his buddy was dead, he kind of laughs but his eyes are so fucking sad. It makes me cry, remembering the 4 buddies we lost a Bucca in 05. You can tell that still hurts his soul on a level 99% of people will never understand. You, sir, are a true hero and my new role model. Thank you for everything you did.
The thing you probably don't understand is almost everyone has a "you don't understand" in their lives. But veterans are the absolute best...at an elite level of wallowing in the, you have no idea man. I have seen it in the mental health meetings I have been to hundreds of times. All the people in them have the same diagnosis and they are all trying to one up each other.
Hell of a conversation. I love the honesty about what our government is doing coming from to people with the highest of patriotism. God bless both of you 🙏
Patriotism is not synonymous with allegiance to "the government." Patriotism is dedication to the Bill of Rights and the Constitution and oath taken to defend and protect.
Damn. My dad died of colon cancer 3 years ago when I was 15. I had some rough times but came to the same realization about appreciating what we do have. Beautiful message
As a dad who is on his way out, if I could tell my son one thing 3 years fr9m now, it'd be that I'm very proud of him. Im gonna do your old man a solid and tell you, he's proud of you. Keep trucking, kid, chase happiness and know he loves the shit out of you still.
Damn, sorry my man. You're 18? That is a rough age, any age but I know from personal experience with my best friend that age is hard to lose your dad. Take care of yourself, its the only thing your Dad would want. You have a lifetime ahead of you. Tret yourself like you'd treat someone you love.
Shawn, I absolutely love your show. I am a veteran, and I have gone down the rabbit hole of depression. Contemplated suicide daily for over a year. Put my 45 in my mouth multiple times, even actually pulled the trigger twice on a revolver, and through the grace of God, both misfired... I stepped outside, and both rounds fired... God saved me and led me to your show. Thank you so much, brother!
Only a few minutes in - but Tony and You were talking about good examples. Just wanted to let you know your show was the catalyst for finding my purpose. I’ve been training for a career in Naval Special Operations for around a year and a half now. I was a young 20’s college graduate not wanting to go into a career I don’t respect or have my whole heart in. Luckily, I found your show a half year before finishing my degree. Been training since I graduated. 24 now and excited for the road of purpose and achievement ahead of me for the myriad of “why’s” I’ve discovered in the process of progress. Thank you Shawn. Keep doing what you’re doing, much love!
L&R to all the Operators. UNCLE TONY is my hero. I remember hearing about this GREEN BERET that took down 26 bad guys and now I get to meet him. This is awesome. Thanks Shawn!
This show keeps getting better and better Shawn, each time we tune in, you deliver. We thank you and Tony, you're a Goddamn legend, we're privileged to hear the history. Let no one forget your sacrifices.
Right off the bat: relatable conversation, confidence tempered with humility, strength tempered with compassion. Understated but deeply felt faith, and solid doable suggestions for sustainable mental health that is not pharma dependent. Once again, knocking it out of the park! Thanks 👍 Russ
Dude I've felt the same way. 9 years 3 tours and I'm like if I had just applied myself and tried hard instead of just keeping my head down trying to fly under the radar and doing my job, what could I have accomplished? Who could I be today?
@@jgclarke0352Well, the truth is somebody has to shut up and do the job given to them. Not everyone can, or has to go out to do SF shit. Who else is going to SL3 the radio equipment? Lol
Absolutely LOVE this show and what Mr. Ryan + crew stand for!! Discussing these men's lives and events are saving for posterity a history that ABSOLUTELY MUST be saved!! And, with the SRS response to other "creators" taking and reposting the SRS content stands as a TESTAMENT to their character!! Not only are they MORE THANK OK with it, but they took it 10 steps further by providing access to a SHIT TON of pre-made clips to make it EVEN EASIER!! Simply requesting a tag of the show on the clip!! UTTERLY IMPRESSIVE!!! A HUGE THANK YOU TO YOU, MR. RYAN AND THE ENTIRE WORKING CREW OF THE SRS!!!!!
Shawn is a marketing genius! Allowing people to download clips and monetize them is GENIUS! MAD RESPECT! Keep it up bro, I think I speak for all of us when I say we love you!
Man Shawn. This podcast has been an amazing experience to listen and watch the past year. The emotions and truths with every guest, the information being passed down, and the personable approach you use is impeccable. I appreciate your support in getting our frustrations in leadership everywhere in America heard. You have a lifetime supporter in this Alaskan! 🇺🇸✌️
Shawn I have listen to many of your interviews. Some I have watched multiple times. This one is special! You are documenting our history, and this interview is a very comprehensive telling of the truth, and nothing, but the truth so help me god! Thank you sir! This gives me strength to know that we still have people that will tell the real truth! Stay Vigilant Shawn!
He’s the greatest man I’ve ever met, and I couldn’t thank him enough. He’s def the baddest mofo I’ve ever crossed paths with, but he’s a good man too. He gave me a chance I surely didn’t deserve and helped me with all my problems. All the most amazing experiences and memories, I was blessed with afterwards never would have happened without him. Thank you Tony so fuckin much. God was there for us both those days
This podcast is literally one of the best I've ever heard, and I listen to them all day every day. Easy to listen to, genuine, educational, entertaining, you got it all! Share this thing everywhere!
Damn that statement got me 🥺 when he talked about how his mother felt knowing she would be leaving this world before her kids were ready. Before becoming a father I wouldn't have understood what he said. This guy is awesome 🙏
The humility of this man. Says he doesn’t want to follow some of these other fighters but goes on to describe a gun fight that changed how they trained new fighters.
My man got a tac-nuke kill streak in real life in close quarters… like what Dude is an absolute legend. My respects and thank you for both your service!
This has been the best podcast ever made .. this was 6 plus hours in total watching and I watched both videos back to back and was locked on to the story the entire time.
I ran with Tony through the mountains of Utah. Even after 184 miles of running he comes up to me and is like, "i'm just bebopping along..." all smiles and laughs. His ability to do hard stuff and still smile is incredible.
Another great interview by not just another warrior, but an honest man. I could see his faults, maybe even bitterness, but a man who’s willing to learn about himself and is willing to make a difference. I appreciate Tony’s life journey. Thanks Shawn for being willing to explore the tangent roads an interview will take and go where that road leads. Keep it up!
Shawn, your show is more than just a podcast. This is a powerful medium broadcasting raw humanity and its artists to the listeners. This is very important. Cowden brings back memories of a college bud I knew from the south. He always had an uncanny and genuine passion for telling stories that even locked the attention of an ADHD . Thanks again!
I think documenting history is so important as well. I do think we need some way to do it that won’t be lost if something major happens. The only think that really holds up over time is stone. All our digital stuff we be gone with us 😞 regardless. I couldn’t be more grateful for y’all’s service. Thank you so much, what a great watch.
Right wing and left wing is the same bird. We need to get away from partisan politics, and restore our constitutional Rights and not be at each other’s throats . Politicians can not be trusted . We need to change politics with part time politicians, no more than 2 terms.
Yeah bro..the loudest people are the far right and left idiots with cult mentalities..majority of us just wanna make a good living and stay out others business
If we all voted 3rd party it would throw a wrench in their plans and ACTUALLY drain the swamp. I've been saying this for 20 years. No one listens to me though. Everyone is left or right and don't pay attention to the 'same bird' concept that you and I see. Sure wish they would though.
Totally agree. Unfortunately, only one side pretends to hold values while the other is actively and openly destroying this country. Voters need to wake up to who they are voting for
There is no difference between ISIS, the Taliban, Al Qaeda and the right wing religious Christian fanatics, radials and fundamentalists of the US. None. They are all and every one just a bunch of lunatic religious zealots who want to kill and or subjugate all the women, gays, ethnic minorities, and none-believers. Period. The left and right wing fighting in the US is about the battle of good vs. evil. They are not the same. Pick a side. I have.
Man, this guy gives off good vibes. Im glad he made it out of his many crazy situations and also didnt get him self in trouble and thrown out of service. This guy changed the game
Tony is such a solid dude as well. I've been following him for years now and have reached out here and there for training pointers and tips. He has always offered his insight and help freely and without hesitation.
Sean I hope you read this. I don’t care what your military experience is. You have become THE TOP podcaster there is. You allow the guests to speak, you explore topics your probably didn’t plan on exploring. You never let your ego get in the way. You have wisdom and experience to share every time it is relevant. You do an amazing job. Keep up the good work. I prefer the SOF pods over anything else. Thank you for your service. I served, and this channel is therapy.
Shawn's content is so out of thos world, healing, funny, intense, sad, bittersweet, memorializing, and humbling to watch. These men are the exact warrior class individuals I wanted 2 be if I hadn't been disqualified from a farming accident my senior year in high school. So now, I live my SF dreams vicariously through Shawn's channel and these awesome guys!!
Shawn, I'm a former Marine, and I just want you to know how much you bring to this whole community. It looks good on you. And helps immensely. Thank you
Former. So proud someone knows how to use that term as a marine. X marine is a marine who is no longer with us former is one who is no longer on active service. Good shit brother Semper Fi.
@@nimbusnimbus.IV.former marine means your not on active duty anymore. That’s all he’s saying. He’s still saying hey I’m a marine but I’m a former marine. Brother a lot of people don’t know these terms even though they were drilled into are heads for 3 months.
@nimbusnimbusiv8520 It's "former" ....Full Stop.. I don't give two shits about Commodant Amos speech in 2010 because "he" doesn't like the term former... Sick of hearing this. The United States Marine Corps instructed us to use the term "former" when we EAS'd. They instructed us to use the term in 93' when I was medically discharged and again in 2003 when I got my Honorable discharge. Semper Fi
@@Tyrannosaurus_STFU_III Once a Marine always a Marine!!!! SFMF!!!! Just kidding. Most of the Jarines saying "once a Marine always a Marine!!" are blueside or Ninja Punched retards. But what do I know I'm just an old salty dawg from 3/7 Kilo. Semper Rah
After watching this I really want to shake this mans hand and have a conversation about anything seems like a real dude thanks SRS for another great video brother
My former husband, US Army, Ft Stewart, GA, joined on Sept. 11, 2001. Left Savannah for MEPS in Jacksonville, FL at 3:30 am on Sept 11. I was 8 months pregnant, watching morning news when I witnessed 2nd plane hit WTC. He was signing the last of paperwork before OTC. Thank you for your podcast, your guests. I have been residing in OR for 9 years now. A different kind of life, I feel that nobody understands what we went through, our families, our friends. Thank you. I listen to every single podcast. This particular podcast was special
Mic drop, and cleared Hot are some other podcasts that you guys would like. Shawn has been on both and I believe they have been on his. They all have a little different approach. Check ‘em out…
Half through the interview, it's one if not the best so far. As a young French guy it is Amazing to see that US ex SF guys validate what many french thinkers or politicians were saying about iraq and the geopolitics of the middle east.
Shawn! For real brother, you've helped me thru some turbulent times of my own. I appreciate more than you know, how inspiring it is to see your work. From the guests to production, A+++
This channel is probably one of THE most important and influential works of media in modern history. It must be said that I take each interview with a grain of salt. However when viewed as a whole… the incredible history being recorded, The Truth that is being told, the sheer impact is undeniable and immensely powerful to the point of being straight up transformative. I find myself drawn into these stories in ways that only the literary masters have any right or appeal to do so. My heart is alternately hotly inflamed to great passions and then chilled to a block of ice from the deepest glaciers. I’ve find myself questioning DECADES held beliefs and even on things I have come to understand as unquestionable cannon! This is something special beyond any cheap words I may offer… it’s a treasure of humanity and experience beyond the meanings of wealth. Speaking of which when the hell are your gummies and water bottles going to be in stock? MAD respect, much love, never go changing.
Damn. Part 1 was amazing. Absolutely outstanding. cant wait for part 2. Respect Tony. Respect Shawn. These shows just keep getting better. Each one is the best yet.
This is the ONLY podcast I trust to tell me the bare-faced truth, no matter how uncomfortable. These longform interviews are some of the best I've ever watched. Shawn easily beats seasoned journalists at their own game. No contest. Keep up the great work, Shawn & Co., and thank you for all that you do.
Very good interview. I know tony had lost a lot of his memory. MSG Ben Bitner was KIA on April 23, 2011 ODA 3236. He was my cousin. Tony, thank you for the eye opener on American political landscape.
Shawn Ryan, Your channel and content is the only one that truthfully has real individuals with real unknown stories that dives right into the real details that are not known unto the U.S. Citizens.. Your Channel is an Archive of Rare Gemstones compared to any other podcasts .. It means SO MUCH , God Bless You brother and Your channel and support and Thank you and all the Heroes on the show for your service🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️😊😁🙏
This is one of the best and most sincere episodes so far, following from the middle east, i come from a military family as well and knows to an extent the sacrifice it takes. God bless these 2 guys , bravery is not just going to war but the 2 being able to sit there and able to tell the truth and admit that at some point they weren't serving the good cause that's bravery, good brave men died so some oil companies get richer. When trust is gone between boots on the ground and people high up making the calls, that's when a state reaches the most dangerous phase in my humble opinion. God bless you shawn and god bless and save America.
Hi Shawn! A while back I believe I commented on your honesty about mental health struggles after you got out of the military on a different podcast and if I also recall correctly you responded quite favorably to what I had to say. I'm a psychologist and psychoanalyst and I specialize in working with veterans and first responders fighting with posttraumatic stress disorder and related ailments. I do a webcast every week with two combat guys, and we call ourselves 2 Docs & a Grunt. We also have our own RUclips channel. Guys and gals come on and are very open and vulnerable with us, and what we have to give is an emotional powerhouse that people want to come back and do with us over again. I believe disclosure breeds disclosure which is to say one guy opens up and spills his guts, which gives another guy courage to do exactly the same thing and it starts to spread like wildfire after a while and then we get private messages sent to us from our guests, and our viewers. Which is to say, the feedback that we have had from our viewers has been tremendous and game changing for so many of them. If you and anybody else you can think of are into the idea, we would love to have you as one of our weekly guests. Please do check us out.
Great work - I think, "What is the funniest thing that happened on a mission?"; should be a standard question on all of your future interviews. Thank you for your great work again.
To be called "Uncle Tony" by active special forces guys is the biggest compliment I can think of. You could introduce him with just that fact, and people would know they are going to want to hear what he has to say.
Thank You gentleman for sharing your brutally dangerous work and stories and giving inspiration to those that never served in our military. Prayers and blessing on all your healing.
Yea because he said it, so it must be true even know he was backing Democrats the whole time. Republicans & Democrats are all the same corrupt BS group! Obama's mom is related to the Bush's!
It’s true, but think about the nuances. Consider how foreign nations would have picked the US apart if the states seceded from the Union. It kills me to write the above… because I believe the states had the right to secede… but I understand why Lincoln did what he did.
@BruceWing it's perspectives like Yours. That allows for civil conversations.on potentially touchy subjects. That is sadly missing in today's society. on both sides of the isle.
Hello brother... got my last treatment finished... sat in with this one till 2:13 a.m. You are looking well, and as I said the last time that I checked in before this last round... your transformation warms the heart, and the path you're on looks good on you! KUDO'S to you and the family. Sincerely, Seth
Absolutely the most entertaining podcast I’ve ever seen. Thank you Shawn for your service past and present! Thank you for your service Tony and sharing your stories.
We all bleed red. There's no glory in the slaughter of our brothers and sisters regardless of color, race and ethnic background; especially not knowing the root cause of the war.
@@JM-ze7jn The cia is not on your "team" whatever that means. These are criminals responsible for most evils in this world. Drugs, armsdealing, humantrafficking and wholesale genocide. Al on the behest of a foreign middle eastern nation.
Phenomenal episode shawn! There are so many great points covered on this one. You're becoming one of the best, real, no frills, no bullshit interviewers around!
That's so sick you partnered up, with Laird Hamilton, would love to see him on the show down the line. I'm sure he has some wild big wave stories, and life stories in general, fantastic episode here Shawn. You never disappoint!
Real life American james bond this guy is a outstanding human being thank you shawn and everyone else from the shawn ryan show for producing such a fantastic episode for the people
man, i LOVE shawn & tony’s laughs. this has to be one of my favorite episodes, next to the hacker (i already forgot his name😅)…great work Shawn !! keep it up man! God bless Tony & Shawn! this world doesn’t deserve you, STUDS
You guys are not chest pounding. You are acknowledging achievement and its effects. Thank you so much I have learned so much about life from listening. I did not serve in the military.
@@MrPopeye-xo6whthe way you volunteer information that wasnt even asked for, the evidence being your comment, you def live in the past and most likely drink too much. Gotta move on with life boot. Everybody else has
@@MrPopeye-xo6wh sometimes tough love sucks private. Take care of yourself man. But anyway i digress, what im really curious about is your 20 month deployment. How does that work? Can you elaborate further? Or is it super secret classified?
I look forward to these stories and moments of recorded history. I still look forward to these so much and am grateful for all of these guests and producing members, and to you Shawn!
Absolutely crushed me when he was talking about Kiowas and you showed Blackhawks. I used to fly Kiowas and flew 15 months in the surge in Iraq and 12 months in the surge in Afghanistan. I fly Blackhawks now. Great show. Looking forward to part II.
@@AndrewCooperr absolutely Andrew. Not all Californians are Wierdo’s. Lots of good people there for sure, but it’s been getting worse and worse every time I visit. I hope it gets better because it’s one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
@@Puroplatino It is most definitely getting worse. Not the same state I grew Up in. We need a change in leadership for starters. At this point I don’t even want to move back there with the way things are going.
Hearing him talk about dyslexia hits home. My father was severely dyslexic and when I was in first grade the school I went to did dyslexia screening. I was a mirror dyslexic, so you could take my papers and hold them to a mirror and read them perfectly. I love to read now, and will be forever grateful to the school for noticing it and having a good program to correct it. If the school doesn't do that, parents need to be on point and reading with their kids. Don't let something like that go, it will affect them forever to some degree or another.
@@achtarmorad5299 he doesn’t fit the srs platform. Umsc vet here; and the SRS show has done more for me.. in all categories. More then any 3 podcast combined
Joe's not particularly interesting I'm not sure id be interested in what he has to say as a guest or a host. I'd prefer shawns podcast, with his guests. I watched Joe before he became popular. There's not much there.
SHAWN, THIS IS MY FAVORITE GUEST OF ALL TIME. IVE SEEN EVERY EPISODE. DUDE IS NOT ONLY A BAD ASS BUT HE'S A REALLY COOL GUY AND REALLY ENTERTAINING. THANK YOU! 🙏
Legends, thanks for sharing with us guys, amazing stuff. SRS has a following that would back you guys and each other any day. It's growing too. Lot of solid dudes out there, just need to build the on the network and keep sharing these stories
Dude this is the greatest RUclips channel by far! Shawn I have a great respect for what you’re doing man. Keep up the good work. I believe there is a bunch of guys like me, just regular guys, veterans, I’m a welder just a regular guy that loves the America that I grew up in. That sadly is almost but all slipped away. That’s looking for depth and truth and you bring here. Thanks brother.
I’ve been blown away and taken aback by how f’kin great your Show is Shawn !!! Quite a few guests struck a chord with me big time in every way ! To name a few D.J. Shipley , Marcus Capone , Eddie Penny ,etc.,etc. and now todays show !!?!!..👍🏼💪🏼🇺🇸
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Thank you for being so real and allowing your guests to speak their truths! ❤
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PAY THE TOLL!
Shawn thank you. From N.E. Italy 🇮🇹 an expat married to a Soprano and raised 2 wonderful daughters together. “Who the HELL?? POL!!”
Dude honestly you just earned my respect by saying we’re free to monetize your content. I respect someone who is smart enough to realize it’s just free marketing for you.
true,,,I came to know about this channel thru another different "podcast"
This is a common practice now to bring in new viewers. Andrew Tate actually helped popularize this strategy (he wanted his content everywhere to sell his Hustlers U scam)
No shit. You never hear this graciousness from RUclipsrs.
Hasan does the same thing and I'm happy to know see other people do it too. Real af
Yup came from a short to end up watching for 6 hours
Last week I attempted suicide. Couldn’t find any purpose for myself and felt life was pointless and i was done. This podcast is what has helped me pick myself up and not stay down. Listening to dudes that have been through it and now stand tall on the other side gives me so much hope. Thank you brother, this pod means the world to some of us.
Stay strong
Glad you're here brother
@@SmithandWessonBlazerthank you man. It means a lot and So am I. It was a stupid decision but it really opened my eyes in a good way
This is the time you were meant to be here. You were born for these times. If you can’t get to try Ayahuasca get you come quality counseling. One thing I know is we are not here randomly. Stay strong. 👍🏾🔥
@lw3894 God of the Bible has been my guide. I prayed for spiritual healing after losing family and friends to murder and suicide, and asked him to reveal himself to me. It was life changing for me, I think it could be for you too.
Howd you try to do it?
One thing I like is Shawn can literally sit there and trade experiences with the guest and relate to being at the same location but he holds that back and just listens.
He’s a top notch interviewer.
Rogan has gotten away from this and although still a very good podcast his interview skills have suffered some
It's legitimately such an incredible skill to just be able to sit and say nothing.
What he does is he listens. He doesn’t interdict any of his escapades he just listens. Let’s the guess talk. 🚬🧨🔥
@@chauck1118 I've been trying to work on this a lot since watching his podcast.
He has incredible talent to pause and listen. I feel like he would be an excellent therapist. In many ways, he already is without the traditional title.
When you hate the government so much it's easy to hate everyone who serves it, but Shawn brings the humanity back to the subject. Very much appreciated
And when the time comes you gonna tuck your tail between your legs
Stop being such a hippie shill pal.
Not all in Gov are bought and evil. Just most are. Like 1 eye Dan who shits on fellow veterans. And take joe who said he's been VP for over 30 yrs. Amazing.
Why hating it lol. Didn't you get education Healthcare infrastructure etc from it? Oh shut never-ending I m belgian.
@@kettelbechu blyat?
1:52:30 my brother-in-law, served multiple tours in Afghanistan. The army had promised his interpreter that they would move his family here to the US. After his tours in Afghanistan, he lost his battle of PTSD and took his own life. After his death, my mother-in-law hounded the army and other agencies to get his interpreter over here. It took five years, but we got him here with his family. I feel like he is my brother, although I never really knew him before. After our government abandoned those who helped us in Afghanistan his mother and his brother, who was Afghani commando are still there as far as I know, they’re both still alive. It makes my blood boil that we left those we promise to help behind.
what are you talking about dude we didn't promise shit we invaded their land on false pretenses to rape and pillage
It’s reprehensible what our government, not us, did to those we promised safety too
@@tonyvieira4534 did they really ever promise them that they (our government) would keep them safe though? i feel like they probably more led them to believe that than actually outright promised it, and so i can't without a reasonable doubt say they were actually renegging (which let's face it, they knew they were going to end up doing an about face and abandoning the assets they developed when they outlived their usefulness from the get go) on any promises. We're talking about a government that has been using counter intelligence programs, agents provocateur, crisis actors, and all kinds of secret squirrel shit to keep us divided and conquered for decades. They have no problem flooding out streets with drugs so they can fund illegal proxy wars, and then locking us up to be used as slave labor when our impoverished communities who have no other ways of making a real living become involved in those what are usually unbeknownst to them, the laymen, high level operations. flooding poor mostly minority communities with guns and drugs, and kidnapping people to be sold into slavery (the 3 most lucrative black markets, which our government is the number 1 kingpin of every one) to keep those communities destabilized and impoverished, powerless. We are talking about the real evil empire here. Not liberators. There is no freedom in America. Everything has a price. If another country's people made a deal with the devil, then they got what they had coming to them when the devil came to collect. I have never felt like more of a bad guy than when I was an active duty MARINE. Rah!
No one talks about this except SF guys. At least from my perspective. It's a tragedy, and it makes me ashamed to contribute to this system.
Yes let infinity insurgents into our country
The Mom flyswatter story made me smile. My mom broke off a hickory branch one day when I was about 10 and I snatched it away from her broke it into small pieces and threw at her feet.
When my dad got home I will never forget this confrontation. He grabbed me by the shirt pushed me up against a wall and said something I have held onto for over 60 years. “Boy I understand that she is your mom but mfer that’s my WIFE and I will end you if you ever disrespect her like this again!”
Trust me it took and until the day she died @86 years of age I always treated her with respect. Tragically I lost my dad shortly after this encounter but I never forgot that look in his eyes and the passion in his voice. He loved her, I’ve tried to always show my wife that same type of love.
Sorry for your loss man. Amazing he was able to drop that lesson for you before taking his leave
I’m a 30 something year old female with no ties to the military but I’m absolutely obsessed with this show/podcast. I love the longform interviews and the guests are always so so interesting.
I watch a ton of podcasts over a bunch of different genres, and this is one of my favorites. Keep up the good work Sean and team ❤
Good for you you don't really see you women on these types of really good content forums
You should check out mic drop, and cleared hot podcasts also.
Cheers…
Same here. These stories are fascinating 😊 such a good job
Here too
I wish more Americans would watch your podcasts. They would learn more about what is going on in this world of ours. Tony Cowen is a true American hero and so are you.
I have accumulated so much extra respect for the military just by listening to these shows. I can't explain the appreciation and admiration I have developed listening to Shawn and all his guests. I suppose the best way I can think of comparing the feeling is like a kid looking up to a super hero. Thank you all so much for what you do and have done.
Same brother. I grew up poor and with absolute hate for the government. But Shawn has opened my eyes to the warriors fighting for our freedom! God bless.
Shawn, I wanted to let you know that your testimony about how you found your way to Christ has inspired me to do the same. I grew up going to church, somewhere along the way I lost my way. Hearing your testimony encouraged me to start bringing my family to church and after a few obvious signs from god the answer was clear. We’ve been going every Sunday. Thank you Shawn, for always speaking the truth.
My son was in the military for 22 year's. He has PTS . I keep telling him these podcasts will help him , relate to other's
I hope that he may find peace someday, PTS is such a hard thing to deal with
He needs to get a hobby, he also needs to take Chlorine Dioxide drops to get that medication out of his body that makes our guys commit suicide!
When he is talking about realizing his buddy was dead, he kind of laughs but his eyes are so fucking sad. It makes me cry, remembering the 4 buddies we lost a Bucca in 05. You can tell that still hurts his soul on a level 99% of people will never understand. You, sir, are a true hero and my new role model. Thank you for everything you did.
The thing you probably don't understand is almost everyone has a "you don't understand" in their lives. But veterans are the absolute best...at an elite level of wallowing in the, you have no idea man. I have seen it in the mental health meetings I have been to hundreds of times. All the people in them have the same diagnosis and they are all trying to one up each other.
Not really seemed like he could care less
Hell of a conversation. I love the honesty about what our government is doing coming from to people with the highest of patriotism. God bless both of you 🙏
I absolutely agree. These guys are great dudes, not without extensive pasts.
Absolutely
Cowden was exposed as a liar
Patriotism is not synonymous with allegiance to "the government." Patriotism is dedication to the Bill of Rights and the Constitution and oath taken to defend and protect.
@@T_bone duh
Damn. My dad died of colon cancer 3 years ago when I was 15. I had some rough times but came to the same realization about appreciating what we do have. Beautiful message
As a dad who is on his way out, if I could tell my son one thing 3 years fr9m now, it'd be that I'm very proud of him. Im gonna do your old man a solid and tell you, he's proud of you. Keep trucking, kid, chase happiness and know he loves the shit out of you still.
@@damonjakobeit1830that's beautiful mate. I wish I had your mentality.
Damn, sorry my man. You're 18? That is a rough age, any age but I know from personal experience with my best friend that age is hard to lose your dad. Take care of yourself, its the only thing your Dad would want. You have a lifetime ahead of you. Tret yourself like you'd treat someone you love.
Shawn, I absolutely love your show. I am a veteran, and I have gone down the rabbit hole of depression. Contemplated suicide daily for over a year. Put my 45 in my mouth multiple times, even actually pulled the trigger twice on a revolver, and through the grace of God, both misfired... I stepped outside, and both rounds fired... God saved me and led me to your show. Thank you so much, brother!
God Bless you!
When something like that happens, it means your work isn't over. Better find out what He wants and get to it. Much love from another veteran.
Divine intervention brother
Only a few minutes in - but Tony and You were talking about good examples. Just wanted to let you know your show was the catalyst for finding my purpose. I’ve been training for a career in Naval Special Operations for around a year and a half now. I was a young 20’s college graduate not wanting to go into a career I don’t respect or have my whole heart in. Luckily, I found your show a half year before finishing my degree. Been training since I graduated. 24 now and excited for the road of purpose and achievement ahead of me for the myriad of “why’s” I’ve discovered in the process of progress.
Thank you Shawn. Keep doing what you’re doing, much love!
Hey bro, checking in on you. How’s your progress going?
L&R to all the Operators. UNCLE TONY is my hero. I remember hearing about this GREEN BERET that took down 26 bad guys and now I get to meet him. This is awesome. Thanks Shawn!
This show keeps getting better and better Shawn, each time we tune in, you deliver. We thank you and Tony, you're a Goddamn legend, we're privileged to hear the history. Let no one forget your sacrifices.
Right off the bat: relatable conversation, confidence tempered with humility, strength tempered with compassion. Understated but deeply felt faith, and solid doable suggestions for sustainable mental health that is not pharma dependent. Once again, knocking it out of the park! Thanks 👍
Russ
Seeing all Shawn’s guests makes me wish I had done so much more with my military career. These guys a legends !
I’ve been thinking the exact same thing ! I still had a great 4 years with 2 deployments. Cheers from Australia
Dude I've felt the same way. 9 years 3 tours and I'm like if I had just applied myself and tried hard instead of just keeping my head down trying to fly under the radar and doing my job, what could I have accomplished? Who could I be today?
@@jgclarke0352Well, the truth is somebody has to shut up and do the job given to them. Not everyone can, or has to go out to do SF shit. Who else is going to SL3 the radio equipment? Lol
Well, you guys did more for the real American citizens than I ever did. Don't get down on yourself.
Me 2
I feel like I was a seal and another lifetime
Absolutely LOVE this show and what Mr. Ryan + crew stand for!! Discussing these men's lives and events are saving for posterity a history that ABSOLUTELY MUST be saved!! And, with the SRS response to other "creators" taking and reposting the SRS content stands as a TESTAMENT to their character!! Not only are they MORE THANK OK with it, but they took it 10 steps further by providing access to a SHIT TON of pre-made clips to make it EVEN EASIER!! Simply requesting a tag of the show on the clip!!
UTTERLY IMPRESSIVE!!!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO YOU, MR. RYAN AND THE ENTIRE WORKING CREW OF THE SRS!!!!!
I could listen to Tony talk all day, what an incredible dude. This was a good one, pumped for Part 2.
True he is, brave man great story
Shawn is a marketing genius!
Allowing people to download clips and monetize them is GENIUS! MAD RESPECT!
Keep it up bro, I think I speak for all of us when I say we love you!
Man Shawn. This podcast has been an amazing experience to listen and watch the past year. The emotions and truths with every guest, the information being passed down, and the personable approach you use is impeccable. I appreciate your support in getting our frustrations in leadership everywhere in America heard. You have a lifetime supporter in this Alaskan! 🇺🇸✌️
Shawn I have listen to many of your interviews. Some I have watched multiple times. This one is special! You are documenting our history, and this interview is a very comprehensive telling of the truth, and nothing, but the truth so help me god! Thank you sir! This gives me strength to know that we still have people that will tell the real truth! Stay Vigilant Shawn!
Thank you for the kind words and supporting the show!
He’s the greatest man I’ve ever met, and I couldn’t thank him enough. He’s def the baddest mofo I’ve ever crossed paths with, but he’s a good man too. He gave me a chance I surely didn’t deserve and helped me with all my problems. All the most amazing experiences and memories, I was blessed with afterwards never would have happened without him. Thank you Tony so fuckin much. God was there for us both those days
This podcast is literally one of the best I've ever heard, and I listen to them all day every day. Easy to listen to, genuine, educational, entertaining, you got it all! Share this thing everywhere!
26 kills single handed.......whooaa!!! What a beast! Look forward to part 2. Thank you Tony and SRS!!!
Tony’s voice is so soothing. I could listen to him talk forever.
Damn that statement got me 🥺 when he talked about how his mother felt knowing she would be leaving this world before her kids were ready. Before becoming a father I wouldn't have understood what he said. This guy is awesome 🙏
The humility of this man. Says he doesn’t want to follow some of these other fighters but goes on to describe a gun fight that changed how they trained new fighters.
My man got a tac-nuke kill streak in real life in close quarters… like what
Dude is an absolute legend. My respects and thank you for both your service!
Guys like this make me so proud. Turned a rowdy young man into a mature well mannered man
I had the privilege of meeting Tony several years ago. Such a cool, down to earth dude.
This has been the best podcast ever made .. this was 6 plus hours in total watching and I watched both videos back to back and was locked on to the story the entire time.
Where're all the SRSaholics at?
Pour me another!
In a cheesy Jamacian accent
"Holla at your boy!"
Right here
Just some fiends for some truth!
I'm on cannot wait!! He is being throttled and no one is getting the notifications
I ran with Tony through the mountains of Utah. Even after 184 miles of running he comes up to me and is like, "i'm just bebopping along..." all smiles and laughs. His ability to do hard stuff and still smile is incredible.
Another great interview by not just another warrior, but an honest man. I could see his faults, maybe even bitterness, but a man who’s willing to learn about himself and is willing to make a difference. I appreciate Tony’s life journey. Thanks Shawn for being willing to explore the tangent roads an interview will take and go where that road leads. Keep it up!
Shawn, your show is more than just a podcast. This is a powerful medium broadcasting raw humanity and its artists to the listeners. This is very important. Cowden brings back memories of a college bud I knew from the south. He always had an uncanny and genuine passion for telling stories that even locked the attention of an ADHD . Thanks again!
I think documenting history is so important as well. I do think we need some way to do it that won’t be lost if something major happens. The only think that really holds up over time is stone. All our digital stuff we be gone with us 😞 regardless. I couldn’t be more grateful for y’all’s service. Thank you so much, what a great watch.
The intro is the best "WELCOME TO THE SHOW MAN" absolutely love everything u doing Shawn. Thank you for youre work, this is making my life healthy❤
Right wing and left wing is the same bird. We need to get away from partisan politics, and restore our constitutional Rights and not be at each other’s throats . Politicians can not be trusted . We need to change politics with part time politicians, no more than 2 terms.
I think there's a lot of people thah agree with this, unfortunately those in charge are going to do everything they can to shoot it down.
Yeah bro..the loudest people are the far right and left idiots with cult mentalities..majority of us just wanna make a good living and stay out others business
If we all voted 3rd party it would throw a wrench in their plans and ACTUALLY drain the swamp. I've been saying this for 20 years. No one listens to me though. Everyone is left or right and don't pay attention to the 'same bird' concept that you and I see. Sure wish they would though.
Totally agree. Unfortunately, only one side pretends to hold values while the other is actively and openly destroying this country. Voters need to wake up to who they are voting for
There is no difference between ISIS, the Taliban, Al Qaeda and the right wing religious Christian fanatics, radials and fundamentalists of the US. None. They are all and every one just a bunch of lunatic religious zealots who want to kill and or subjugate all the women, gays, ethnic minorities, and none-believers. Period. The left and right wing fighting in the US is about the battle of good vs. evil. They are not the same. Pick a side. I have.
Man, this guy gives off good vibes. Im glad he made it out of his many crazy situations and also didnt get him self in trouble and thrown out of service. This guy changed the game
Tony is such a solid dude as well. I've been following him for years now and have reached out here and there for training pointers and tips. He has always offered his insight and help freely and without hesitation.
You can not beat a Shawn Ryan podcast. It's always absolutely f×cking epic. Thank you for sharing !! 🙏🏽❤️
Sean I hope you read this. I don’t care what your military experience is. You have become THE TOP podcaster there is. You allow the guests to speak, you explore topics your probably didn’t plan on exploring. You never let your ego get in the way. You have wisdom and experience to share every time it is relevant. You do an amazing job. Keep up the good work. I prefer the SOF pods over anything else. Thank you for your service. I served, and this channel is therapy.
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Man! What a cool character! Finally someone who will say the truth about Lincoln! By far one of the top interviews you have done.
Shawn's content is so out of thos world, healing, funny, intense, sad, bittersweet, memorializing, and humbling to watch. These men are the exact warrior class individuals I wanted 2 be if I hadn't been disqualified from a farming accident my senior year in high school. So now, I live my SF dreams vicariously through Shawn's channel and these awesome guys!!
Shawn, I'm a former Marine, and I just want you to know how much you bring to this whole community. It looks good on you. And helps immensely. Thank you
"Former Marine"? No such thing.
Former. So proud someone knows how to use that term as a marine. X marine is a marine who is no longer with us former is one who is no longer on active service. Good shit brother
Semper Fi.
@@nimbusnimbus.IV.former marine means your not on active duty anymore. That’s all he’s saying. He’s still saying hey I’m a marine but I’m a former marine. Brother a lot of people don’t know these terms even though they were drilled into are heads for 3 months.
@nimbusnimbusiv8520 It's "former" ....Full Stop..
I don't give two shits about Commodant Amos speech in 2010 because "he" doesn't like the term former...
Sick of hearing this. The United States Marine Corps instructed us to use the term "former" when we EAS'd.
They instructed us to use the term in 93' when I was medically discharged and again in 2003 when I got my Honorable discharge.
Semper Fi
@@Tyrannosaurus_STFU_III Once a Marine always a Marine!!!! SFMF!!!! Just kidding. Most of the Jarines saying "once a Marine always a Marine!!" are blueside or Ninja Punched retards. But what do I know I'm just an old salty dawg from 3/7 Kilo. Semper Rah
After watching this I really want to shake this mans hand and have a conversation about anything seems like a real dude thanks SRS for another great video brother
My former husband, US Army, Ft Stewart, GA, joined on Sept. 11, 2001. Left Savannah for MEPS in Jacksonville, FL at 3:30 am on Sept 11. I was 8 months pregnant, watching morning news when I witnessed 2nd plane hit WTC. He was signing the last of paperwork before OTC.
Thank you for your podcast, your guests.
I have been residing in OR for 9 years now. A different kind of life, I feel that nobody understands what we went through, our families, our friends.
Thank you. I listen to every single podcast.
This particular podcast was special
Mic drop, and cleared Hot are some other podcasts that you guys would like. Shawn has been on both and I believe they have been on his.
They all have a little different approach. Check ‘em out…
Half through the interview, it's one if not the best so far. As a young French guy it is Amazing to see that US ex SF guys validate what many french thinkers or politicians were saying about iraq and the geopolitics of the middle east.
shawn the fact that youre letting folks use your content is amazing. it speaks volumes to your character.
Shawn! For real brother, you've helped me thru some turbulent times of my own. I appreciate more than you know, how inspiring it is to see your work. From the guests to production, A+++
Your show is more helpful to helpful with veterans & people who are suffering from pain itself, than most shows ever can imagine. God bless you all.
Sad when you chuckle about that back injury especially when you know exactly what he’s talking about. That pain is in a league of its own. Great show
This channel is probably one of THE most important and influential works of media in modern history. It must be said that I take each interview with a grain of salt. However when viewed as a whole… the incredible history being recorded, The Truth that is being told, the sheer impact is undeniable and immensely powerful to the point of being straight up transformative. I find myself drawn into these stories in ways that only the literary masters have any right or appeal to do so. My heart is alternately hotly inflamed to great passions and then chilled to a block of ice from the deepest glaciers. I’ve find myself questioning DECADES held beliefs and even on things I have come to understand as unquestionable cannon! This is something special beyond any cheap words I may offer… it’s a treasure of humanity and experience beyond the meanings of wealth. Speaking of which when the hell are your gummies and water bottles going to be in stock?
MAD respect, much love, never go changing.
This podcast is a country mile better than anything else right now
This is now…. Hands down the best podcast out there…no question. Thank you Sean
Damn. Part 1 was amazing. Absolutely outstanding. cant wait for part 2. Respect Tony. Respect Shawn. These shows just keep getting better. Each one is the best yet.
This is the ONLY podcast I trust to tell me the bare-faced truth, no matter how uncomfortable. These longform interviews are some of the best I've ever watched. Shawn easily beats seasoned journalists at their own game. No contest. Keep up the great work, Shawn & Co., and thank you for all that you do.
I’m glued to this channel. This interview is possibly the best one I’ve seen.. 11/10
This guy is such a character! I love his storytelling as well
Very good interview. I know tony had lost a lot of his memory. MSG Ben Bitner was KIA on April 23, 2011 ODA 3236. He was my cousin. Tony, thank you for the eye opener on American political landscape.
Shawn, you are taking over the podcast world right now. Keep telling the truth about government, culture, and spirituality. ❤
Shawn Ryan, Your channel and content is the only one that truthfully has real individuals with real unknown stories that dives right into the real details that are not known unto the U.S. Citizens.. Your Channel is an Archive of Rare Gemstones compared to any other podcasts .. It means SO MUCH , God Bless You brother and Your channel and support and Thank you and all the Heroes on the show for your service🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️😊😁🙏
Yeah coz he lets his guest speak and not interupt.😅
I agree
Also….. Shawn, your content is unmatched. From the guests, to the editing, to the dialogue…. Every ounce of content is outstanding and professional!
This is one of the best and most sincere episodes so far, following from the middle east, i come from a military family as well and knows to an extent the sacrifice it takes. God bless these 2 guys , bravery is not just going to war but the 2 being able to sit there and able to tell the truth and admit that at some point they weren't serving the good cause that's bravery, good brave men died so some oil companies get richer. When trust is gone between boots on the ground and people high up making the calls, that's when a state reaches the most dangerous phase in my humble opinion. God bless you shawn and god bless and save America.
Hi Shawn! A while back I believe I commented on your honesty about mental health struggles after you got out of the military on a different podcast and if I also recall correctly you responded quite favorably to what I had to say. I'm a psychologist and psychoanalyst and I specialize in working with veterans and first responders fighting with posttraumatic stress disorder and related ailments. I do a webcast every week with two combat guys, and we call ourselves 2 Docs & a Grunt. We also have our own RUclips channel. Guys and gals come on and are very open and vulnerable with us, and what we have to give is an emotional powerhouse that people want to come back and do with us over again. I believe disclosure breeds disclosure which is to say one guy opens up and spills his guts, which gives another guy courage to do exactly the same thing and it starts to spread like wildfire after a while and then we get private messages sent to us from our guests, and our viewers. Which is to say, the feedback that we have had from our viewers has been tremendous and game changing for so many of them. If you and anybody else you can think of are into the idea, we would love to have you as one of our weekly guests. Please do check us out.
Great work - I think, "What is the funniest thing that happened on a mission?"; should be a standard question on all of your future interviews. Thank you for your great work again.
To be called "Uncle Tony" by active special forces guys is the biggest compliment I can think of.
You could introduce him with just that fact, and people would know they are going to want to hear what he has to say.
Thank You gentleman for sharing your brutally dangerous work and stories and giving inspiration to those that never served in our military. Prayers and blessing on all your healing.
The info on Lincoln was a eye opener. As a history lover who appreciates obscure history facts. It's nice to pick up new info.
Not too many people know quite how much of a tyrant Lincoln actually was. He wiped his ass with the Constitution.
Yea because he said it, so it must be true even know he was backing Democrats the whole time. Republicans & Democrats are all the same corrupt BS group! Obama's mom is related to the Bush's!
It’s true, but think about the nuances. Consider how foreign nations would have picked the US apart if the states seceded from the Union. It kills me to write the above… because I believe the states had the right to secede… but I understand why Lincoln did what he did.
@BruceWing it's perspectives like Yours. That allows for civil conversations.on potentially touchy subjects. That is sadly missing in today's society. on both sides of the isle.
Hello brother... got my last treatment finished... sat in with this one till 2:13 a.m.
You are looking well, and as I said the last time that I checked in before this last round... your transformation warms the heart, and the path you're on looks good on you! KUDO'S to you and the family.
Sincerely, Seth
Mucho respect... ty.
Absolutely the most entertaining podcast I’ve ever seen. Thank you Shawn for your service past and present! Thank you for your service Tony and sharing your stories.
26 kills in a single firefight and introducing cqb to cia dang this guy is a fucking legend.
I haven’t gotten that far yet but 26 is wild. Thankfully these are the type of individuals on our team as Americans.
We all bleed red. There's no glory in the slaughter of our brothers and sisters regardless of color, race and ethnic background; especially not knowing the root cause of the war.
@@JM-ze7jn The cia is not on your "team" whatever that means. These are criminals responsible for most evils in this world. Drugs, armsdealing, humantrafficking and wholesale genocide. Al on the behest of a foreign middle eastern nation.
@@77530jp yeah, they’re not glorifying killing. And if that’s your takeaway from this then idk what to tell you.
@@77530jpwhat about those who killed his team mate and meant to kill him?
Phenomenal episode shawn! There are so many great points covered on this one. You're becoming one of the best, real, no frills, no bullshit interviewers around!
That's so sick you partnered up, with Laird Hamilton, would love to see him on the show down the line. I'm sure he has some wild big wave stories, and life stories in general, fantastic episode here Shawn. You never disappoint!
I never really get goosebumps, but I got them 3 times, and im not even halfway through. Love you, shawn, make more so I can watch more.
I love these interviews. You know when Shawn gets told some prolific stuff when he say "Damn" haha. Keep up the awesome work. God Bless
Real life American james bond this guy is a outstanding human being thank you shawn and everyone else from the shawn ryan show for producing such a fantastic episode for the people
No, but he is a solid story teller.
man, i LOVE shawn & tony’s laughs. this has to be one of my favorite episodes, next to the hacker (i already forgot his name😅)…great work Shawn !! keep it up man!
God bless Tony & Shawn! this world doesn’t deserve you, STUDS
This episode is the best one I’ve seen. Amazing. Cowden is the perfect interviewee
You guys are not chest pounding. You are acknowledging achievement and its effects. Thank you so much I have learned so much about life from listening. I did not serve in the military.
I served in the 2016 Meme War and helped get the greatest president in history get elected. Lost some good men to the Twitter banhammer...
@@MrPopeye-xo6whthe way you volunteer information that wasnt even asked for, the evidence being your comment, you def live in the past and most likely drink too much. Gotta move on with life boot. Everybody else has
@@joshfreeman2024The same way you feel the need to criticize and make assumptions about ppl without being prompted too.
Oh look I just did it too.😂😂😂
@@GastonsGuitarCovers lol. Hes a big boy, he doesnt need you to save him.🫡
@@MrPopeye-xo6wh sometimes tough love sucks private. Take care of yourself man. But anyway i digress, what im really curious about is your 20 month deployment. How does that work? Can you elaborate further? Or is it super secret classified?
I look forward to these stories and moments of recorded history. I still look forward to these so much and am grateful for all of these guests and producing members, and to you Shawn!
This is easily one of the best podcast episodes I've seen in quite a while. Going straight to part two. Keep the amazing content coming.
No other podcast on any social media comes close to this channel. Shawn thank you and your team for providing this content. ;-)
He's a great story teller. It's quite a skill and he's got it.
Absolutely crushed me when he was talking about Kiowas and you showed Blackhawks. I used to fly Kiowas and flew 15 months in the surge in Iraq and 12 months in the surge in Afghanistan. I fly Blackhawks now. Great show. Looking forward to part II.
Your videos are the only ones where I don’t skip your promos everything about the video is interesting best podcast there is👌
“Modern Wierdo Californian” is the best and most accurate thing I’ve heard all year. Definitely stealing that one. Thanks guys. Cheers from Italy 🇺🇸🇮🇹
I’m from California. Can 100% confirm that this is true but doesn’t apply to all of us 😂
@@AndrewCooperr absolutely Andrew. Not all Californians are Wierdo’s. Lots of good people there for sure, but it’s been getting worse and worse every time I visit. I hope it gets better because it’s one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
@@Puroplatino It is most definitely getting worse. Not the same state I grew Up in. We need a change in leadership for starters. At this point I don’t even want to move back there with the way things are going.
This show is the best, my friends and family do not comprehend the big picture of what's actually happening
Hearing him talk about dyslexia hits home. My father was severely dyslexic and when I was in first grade the school I went to did dyslexia screening. I was a mirror dyslexic, so you could take my papers and hold them to a mirror and read them perfectly. I love to read now, and will be forever grateful to the school for noticing it and having a good program to correct it.
If the school doesn't do that, parents need to be on point and reading with their kids. Don't let something like that go, it will affect them forever to some degree or another.
I feel a JRE episode with Shawn Ryan in the near future!
I’ll out a dollar that it won’t happen, in the near future. The SRS is what on the charts? I think he has his own program and will not go on the jre
Agree but Joe Rogen should come srs instead 😂
@@achtarmorad5299 he doesn’t fit the srs platform. Umsc vet here; and the SRS show has done more for me.. in all categories. More then any 3 podcast combined
@@achtarmorad5299what I was thinking
Joe's not particularly interesting I'm not sure id be interested in what he has to say as a guest or a host. I'd prefer shawns podcast, with his guests. I watched Joe before he became popular. There's not much there.
SHAWN, THIS IS MY FAVORITE GUEST OF ALL TIME. IVE SEEN EVERY EPISODE. DUDE IS NOT ONLY A BAD ASS BUT HE'S A REALLY COOL GUY AND REALLY ENTERTAINING. THANK YOU! 🙏
Legends, thanks for sharing with us guys, amazing stuff. SRS has a following that would back you guys and each other any day. It's growing too. Lot of solid dudes out there, just need to build the on the network and keep sharing these stories
Dude this is the greatest RUclips channel by far! Shawn I have a great respect for what you’re doing man. Keep up the good work. I believe there is a bunch of guys like me, just regular guys, veterans, I’m a welder just a regular guy that loves the America that I grew up in. That sadly is almost but all slipped away. That’s looking for depth and truth and you bring here. Thanks brother.
I’ve been blown away and taken aback by how f’kin great your Show is Shawn !!! Quite a few guests struck a chord with me big time in every way ! To name a few D.J. Shipley , Marcus Capone , Eddie Penny ,etc.,etc. and now todays show !!?!!..👍🏼💪🏼🇺🇸
DJ Shipley, hero!
@@BrianOimoen hell yeah he is
This is the best show on youtube. well done shawn! you built an amazing medium for free speech! You're authentic!