In this fascinating discussion, Erik Prince, former Navy SEAL officer and founder of Blackwater, dives deep into the controversial history of his company. He shares gripping personal anecdotes from the early days in Iraq and the emotional toll of combat. Prince also critiques the bureaucratic struggles of U.S. military strategies and discusses the complexities of private military contracting. He reflects on the challenges of navigating legal battles while emphasizing the need for innovative solutions in today's geopolitics, particularly concerning U.S.-China relations.