The Shawn Ryan Show
Society & Culture
About
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.
Episodes
- #304 Chris Bayless - 30 Years Undercover Inside America's Most Violent Gangs
Chris Bayless, a former ATF Special Agent, details his thirty-year career conducting undercover investigations into violent gangs, including outlaw motorcycle clubs. He discusses his experiences with trauma, PTSD, and his work training new…
- #303 Mel Chancey - Youngest President in Hells Angels History
Mel Chancey, former youngest president of the Hells Angels, shares his journey from a Catholic upbringing to immersion in outlaw biker culture, detailing the violence, criminal charges, and prison time. He describes his spiritual awakening…
- #302 Joe Lonsdale - If China Takes Taiwan, AI Sets Back 10 Years
Joe Lonsdale, a technology entrepreneur and venture capitalist, joins The Shawn Ryan Show. He discusses his work with Palantir Technologies, Addepar, and 8VC, focusing on the intersection of innovation, public policy, and national security…
- #301 Cenk Uygur - The Foreign Influence Crisis
Cenk Uygur, CEO and founder of TYT (The Young Turks Network) and co-founder of the Justice Democrats, is featured on The Shawn Ryan Show. He discusses the foreign influence crisis. Uygur is also the bestselling author of "Justice is Coming…
- #300 Louisa Nicola - Peptides, Cancer and the Deadly Habits That Lead to Alzheimer’s
Louisa Nicola, a neurophysiologist and founder of Neuro Athletics, discusses peptides, cancer, and the habits that lead to Alzheimer’s. She emphasizes brain optimization, neurological foundations of performance, and proactive strategies fo…
- #299 Andy Lowery - Inside the World’s Most Advanced Drone Killing Machine
Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Andy Lowery discusses his transition from military service to the technology and defense sectors. He details his leadership roles at Epirus, RealWear, and DAQRI, focusing on developments in drone defe…
- #298 Jason Magnavice - SEAL Team 6 Red Squadron Operator
Retired U.S. Navy SEAL and Red Squadron operator Jason Magnavice discusses his 26-year career in Naval Special Warfare, including his deployments, specialized aviation roles, and his transition to civilian life.
- #297 Nick Shirley - Inside California’s $222 Billion Medi-Cal Crisis
Independent journalist Nick Shirley joins The Shawn Ryan Show to discuss his investigative reporting on government spending, institutional accountability, and his recent findings regarding the Medi-Cal system in California.
- #296 Meg Appelgate - Why Parents Are Being Lied To About Teen “Treatment”
Meg Appelgate, founder of Unsilenced and survivor of the Troubled Teen Industry, discusses her experiences with institutional child abuse and her advocacy for reform. Appelgate also highlights her work in securing legislative change and su…
- #295 Samuel Reineberg - First-Hand Account of the Old Dominion Terrorist Attack
Army Officer candidate Samuel Reineberg joins The Shawn Ryan Show to discuss his military background and his actions during the recent attack at Old Dominion University.
- #294 Pete Blaber - Part 2: Delta Force Commander on Pablo Escobar, Takur Ghar, and Pat Tillman
In this episode, retired Delta Force commander Pete Blaber discusses his military career, including operations in Panama, Colombia, Somalia, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq, and his transition into leadership consulting.
- #294 Pete Blaber - Part 1: Delta Force Commander on Roberts Ridge: The Battle of Takur Ghar
Retired Delta Force commander Pete Blaber discusses his military career, leadership principles, and experience commanding elite operations in locations such as Panama, Somalia, and Afghanistan. This is the first part of his interview on Th…
- #293 Jeremiah Johnston - Codex Vaticanus, Book of Enoch and the Resurrection of Jesus
Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston discusses the historical and archaeological evidence for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. He reviews findings such as the Shroud of Turin, ancient artifacts, and New Testament texts to support the histor…
- #292 Brett Adcock - Shawn Ryan Meets a Humanoid Robot
Technology entrepreneur Brett Adcock discusses his career in robotics, AI, and aerospace. The conversation covers his work founding companies like Vettery, Archer Aviation, Figure, and Cover, and his focus on general-purpose humanoid robot…
- #291 Joe Kent - His Message to President Trump on Ending the War With Iran
Joe Kent, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces and former CIA officer, discusses his career and his message to President Trump regarding U.S. policy in the war with Iran. He recounts his military service, experience in counterterrorism, and…
- #290 Zach Lahn - Inside America’s Cancer-Causing Chemical Problem
Zach Lahn, a political candidate for Governor of Iowa, discusses his campaign platform, which focuses on supporting family farms, addressing corporate consolidation, and advocating for socially conservative policies. Lahn explains his pers…
- #289 Michael Lester - Is the United States Going to War with Iran For Israel?
Michael Lester, a former Marine Corps combat pilot and current cybersecurity educator, discusses geopolitical strategy, U.S. foreign policy, and his book, "We Are the Bad Guys," on The Shawn Ryan Show.
- #288 Shyam Sankar - Are We Sleepwalking Into World War 3?
Shyam Sankar, CTO of Palantir Technologies, joins The Shawn Ryan Show to discuss the role of artificial intelligence in national security, defense operations, and the reindustrialization of the United States. He also addresses topics surro…
- #287 Butch Wilmore - He Was Stranded in Space for 286 Days
Barry E. “Butch” Wilmore discusses his life, military service as a U.S. Navy aviator and test pilot, and his career as a NASA astronaut. The discussion covers his missions, including the 2024 Boeing Starliner flight and his eventual return…
- #286 Ethan Thornton - This 22-Year-Old Built a .50 Cal Rifle Out of Home Depot Parts
Ethan Thornton, founder and CEO of Mach Industries, discusses his transition from MIT to building defense technology, including unmanned systems and hydrogen-powered weapons. He shares his background in prototyping and his vision for secur…
- #285 Father Chad Ripperger - Inside the Most Disturbing Exorcism Cases
Father Chad Ripperger discusses his background as a Roman Catholic priest and exorcist, exploring his work in spiritual warfare, demonology, and theology. He also highlights his academic career and ministry within the Archdiocese of Denver.
- #284 Schlep - EVERY Parent Needs to Watch This
YouTuber Schlep, also known as Michael, discusses his investigations into child grooming on Roblox and his experiences as a survivor of such exploitation. He addresses his ongoing work in child safety, his conflicts with Roblox, and his ef…
- #283 AJ - Former CIA Chief of Station Breaks Silence on Microwave Weapons
Former CIA Chief of Station AJ discusses his experience with a suspected directed energy attack, the resulting health impacts, and his advocacy for transparency and care for affected personnel. He also addresses the national security impli…
- #282 Nik Seetharaman - Former SpaceX's Head of Cybersecurity Critical Warning on AI Swarms
Former SpaceX cybersecurity head Nik Seetharaman discusses his career in special operations, defense technology, and modern cyber warfare. He explores the use of AI in national defense and his approach to building defensive systems at comp…
- #281 Jeremy Slate - The Fatal Decisions That Doomed the Entire Roman Empire
In this episode, Jeremy Ryan Slate, CEO of Command Your Brand and host of The Jeremy Ryan Slate Show, joins The Shawn Ryan Show to discuss the history of the Roman Empire and the influence of modern media. They explore the fatal decisions…
- #280 Sarah Adams - If China Isn’t the #1 Threat… Then Who Is?
Sarah Adams, a former CIA targeting officer and intelligence advisor, discusses global threats, national security policy, and her work investigating the Benghazi attack. She and Shawn Ryan also evaluate the likelihood of Khamenei remaining…
- #279 Wes Huff - This Might Be the Most Important Biblical Discovery of the 20th Century
Canadian Christian apologist and theologian Wes Huff joins The Shawn Ryan Show to discuss the reliability of ancient biblical manuscripts, textual transmission, and the development of the biblical canon. Huff also shares details about his…
- #278 Ro Khanna - Why is Congress Afraid to Subpoena Every Name in the Epstein Files?
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna joins the Shawn Ryan Show to discuss the Epstein files and concerns regarding a two-tiered system of justice in the United States.
- #277 Michael Lester - Are We the Bad Guys?
Former Marine Corps pilot Michael T. Lester discusses his book on U.S. foreign policy, arguing that systemic incentives drive recurring harmful international outcomes. He examines themes of regime change, economic control, and domestic nar…
- 🚨IMMEDIATE RELEASE🚨 - I Am Being Threatened For Protecting Children...
The host addresses legal demands from Camp Kanakuk’s attorneys regarding an interview with Ro Khanna and provides his response to the request to remove content. Viewers can access the correspondence online and find links to previous episod…
- #276 Nick Brokhausen - The Deadliest Stories From Vietnam with MACV-SOG
U.S. Army Special Forces veteran Nick Brokhausen joins the show to discuss his experiences with MACV-SOG in Vietnam and Laos. The conversation covers his career in the Regiment, his time with Recon Team Habu, and his books on covert operat…
- #275 Jay Yu - Nano Nuclear Technology and the Future of American Energy
Jay Yu, entrepreneur and CEO of LIS Technologies and NANO Nuclear Energy, joins the show to discuss his work in nuclear technology. They cover his background in capital markets, his companies' focus on nuclear fuel and reactor design, and…
- #274 Tim Ferriss - Life-Changing Practical Wisdom Backed by Experience and Science
Tim Ferriss, author and investor, joins the Shawn Ryan Show to share practical wisdom and insights from his diverse experiences in business, technology, and lifestyle design.
- #273 Steve Robinson - How Somali Criminal Networks Are Stealing Millions of Dollars
Steven Robinson, Editor-in-Chief of the Maine Wire, discusses his investigative reporting on organized crime networks operating in Maine. He details his work exposing illicit cannabis operations, human trafficking, and national security th…
- #272 Elizabeth Phillips - Inside Camp Kanakuk: One of America’s Darkest Child Summer Camps
Elizabeth Phillips discusses her advocacy work for survivor justice, including the passage of Trey's Law and camp safety legislation. She shares her experiences exposing abuse at Kanakuk Kamps and her efforts to reform child protection law…
- #271 Ro Khanna - The Internal Failures Undermining America’s Institutions
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) discusses his career, legislative work on technology and economic policy, and his efforts to promote bipartisan cooperation. He outlines his focus on manufacturing, digital privacy, and addressing insti…
- #270 Oz Pearlman - The Most Mind-Blowing Mentalism Tricks
In this episode of The Shawn Ryan Show, mentalist Oz Pearlman discusses his transition from a career on Wall Street to professional entertainment. He also shares insights into his background, his techniques including psychological illusion…
- #269 Nick Shirley - Minnesota’s Daycare Fraud, Nick Fuentes, Gen Z and Philly "Zombies"
Independent journalist and content creator Nick Shirley discusses his investigative work, including his viral report on alleged childcare program fraud in Minnesota, his political commentary, and his reporting on social and cultural issues.
- #268 Mike Waltz - Special Forces Green Beret Turned UN Ambassador Warns About China
Mike Waltz, a decorated retired U.S. Army Green Beret, congressman, and current U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, discusses his military career and transition into politics. He shares insights from his time as a counterterrorism advis…
- #267 Rob Luna - 50-Year Mortgages, Government Band-Aids, AI Job Cuts and the Middle Class
Wealth and business strategist Rob Luna discusses financial topics including 50-year mortgages, government interventions, the impact of AI on jobs, and the challenges facing the middle class on The Shawn Ryan Show.
- The Best Moments of the Shawn Ryan Show in 2025
This episode highlights standout moments from the 2025 season of The Shawn Ryan Show, featuring conversations with military veterans, intelligence professionals, and others. The retrospective explores themes of global security, personal re…
- #266 Dr. Dan Schneider - Ancient Weapons Used Against Demons: Vigils, Fasting and Prayer
Dr. Dan Schneider, a theology professor, veteran, and author, discusses spiritual warfare, including the roles of vigils, fasting, and prayer in the practice of deliverance and exorcism. He also introduces his methods for spiritual combat…
- #265 Lee Strobel - Who is the Real Santa Claus & What Evidence Connects Jesus to Christmas?
Lee Strobel, an investigative journalist turned Christian apologist, joins the Shawn Ryan Show to discuss the history of Santa Claus and the evidence connecting Jesus to Christmas. Strobel shares his personal transition from atheism to fai…
- #264 Hunter Biden - His Answer to the Laptop Claims, Burisma, White House Coke and Pardons
In this episode of The Shawn Ryan Show, Hunter Biden discusses his professional background, personal history with addiction, and various controversies. Topics covered include his business dealings, legal challenges, and his 2025 presidenti…
- #263 Steve Bunting - Inside the World of MARSOC Medics and Real-World Combat Medicine
Former Navy Petty Officer and MARSOC SARC Steve Bunting discusses his career in combat medicine and his transition into mental health and performance coaching, focusing on his work with veterans and first responders.
- #262 Aliia Roza - Russian Sex Spy on Seduction Perfumes, Sexpionage and Honeypot Tradecraft
Aliia Roza, a former undercover agent for the Russian government, discusses her background in psychological manipulation and her transition into women's empowerment coaching. She details her career in dismantling criminal networks and her…
- 🚨 IMMEDIATE RELEASE 🚨 Rep. Dan Crenshaw Threatens to Sue Shawn Ryan...
Shawn Ryan addresses a cease and desist letter received from Representative Dan Crenshaw. The episode provides links to the legal document and related content discussed in the video.
- #261 Tobi Lütke - CEO of Shopify: How Shopify Became a Cheat Code for Entrepreneurs
Shopify co-founder and CEO Tobi Lütke discusses his background, the development of the e-commerce platform, and his approach to entrepreneurship. He also touches on his personal journey from software developer to business leader.
- #260 Dale Hanson - Why MACV-SOG Had an 85% Casualty Rate and 1-in-4000 Odds
Vietnam War veteran and Green Beret Dale Hanson discusses his service as a commando in the MACV-SOG. He shares his experiences conducting reconnaissance missions, the realities of covert warfare, and his life post-military.
- #259 Mike Durant - 160th SOAR Pilot Who Survived Black Hawk Down and 11 Days as a POW
Retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Mike Durant discusses his military career with the 160th SOAR, his experiences during the Battle of Mogadishu, and his subsequent 11 days as a prisoner of war. He also covers his transition to the…