113. Shawn Ryan: Beating Addiction, Military Industrial Complex, Trump Presidency Outlook

Nov 12, 2024

Shawn Ryan, a former Navy SEAL and CIA operative, shares his powerful journey of overcoming PTSD and addiction. He discusses the staggering issues within the military-industrial complex and critiques how veterans are often let down by traditional care systems. With captivating tales of his time in combat, he highlights the psychological impacts and the challenges faced when transitioning to civilian life. Ryan also dives into the transformative potential of psychedelics for healing and the harsh realities of addiction, making for an enlightening and thought-provoking conversation.

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Impactful Guests

Shawn Ryan recalls impactful guests on his podcast, like DJ Shipley and Tom Satterly.
Shipley, a SEAL Team Six member, shared his struggles with suicide attempts and infidelity.

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SEAL Team Differences

SEAL teams are differentiated by location and specialty, with odd numbers on the West Coast and even numbers on the East Coast.
After deployments, SEALs can screen for Development Group, an advanced level with further training.

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Afghanistan Ambush

Shawn Ryan details a harrowing experience in Afghanistan where his CIA team was pinned down by Taliban fighters.
Despite being outnumbered and low on supplies, they held out until British forces rescued them.

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