Shawn Ryan Show #45 Bob "Ninja" Poras - Inside CIA's Global Response Staff | Part 2
Jan 23, 2023
Bob "Ninja" Poras, a former CIA and Delta Force operator, returns to share gripping stories from his career, including the evolution of warfare in Iraq and Afghanistan. He discusses the intricacies of CIA operations, the Khost bombing, and a lesser-known yet heroic evacuation in Tripoli that saved over 150 lives. Ninja reflects on his difficult transition to civilian life, highlighting the impact of a life-altering motorcycle crash and his ongoing battle with trauma and alcohol, emphasizing the importance of mental health support for veterans.
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Early Contracting Experiences in Iraq
- Bob Poras, after leaving the military, joined Triple Canopy as a contractor in Iraq.
- His initial experience involved a risky drive from Jordan to Baghdad, encountering hesitant drivers and a tense situation with a female colleague.
Contracting Challenges and a Firefight in Ramadi
- Poras encountered various challenges, including navigating interactions with wary US soldiers while driving civilian vehicles.
- He also recounts an incident where he encouraged a young PFC to shoot an Iraqi combatant.
EFP Attack in Basra
- After a year with Triple Canopy, Poras worked for DynCorp in Basra.
- He describes a harrowing incident involving an EFP attack on a Triple Canopy team, highlighting the devastating impact of this new weapon.
