#1426 Ephraim Mattos | Inside Life Saving Missions with a Navy SEAL

Oct 24, 2024

Ephraim Mattos, a former Navy SEAL and founder of Stronghold Rescue, shares his incredible journey from elite military service to humanitarian missions. He discusses the realities of life-saving work in conflict zones and the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers. Topics include the cyclical nature of global conflict, the innovative shift to subscription-based charitable giving, and the importance of empowering local heroes. Ephraim's experiences highlight the sacrifices made for compassion and the transformative power of individual actions in crises.

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Intro

00:00 • 5min

From Faith to Service: A Journey to the SEALs

04:34 • 9min

Pivotal Moments in SEAL Training

13:58 • 24min

The Cycles of Conflict and Ideology

38:14 • 9min

Moral Dilemmas on the Battlefield

47:09 • 14min

Resilience and Resistance in Burma

01:01:24 • 27min

Transforming Charitable Giving: The Subscription Model

01:28:51 • 3min

The Cost of Compassion

01:32:13 • 6min

Empowering Local Heroes in Crisis Situations

01:38:17 • 3min

Ephraim Mattos is a former Navy SEAL, the Founder of Stronghold Rescue, and the author of “City of Death: Humanitarian Warriors in the Battle of Mosul.” In this conversation, we talk about how Ephraim went from a Navy SEAL to a humanitarian, what actually goes on in the ground in conflict zones, how he is saving lives on a daily basis, and all the complexities that go into this work.

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