Shawn Ryan Show

#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)

Mar 24, 2022

Mark Turner, a former Recon Marine, shares his firsthand experiences in Ukraine during the Russian invasion. He discusses his urgent mission to train Ukrainian military and civilians through The Overwatch Foundation. Turner highlights the complexities of delivering humanitarian aid amidst chaos and the emotional hurdles faced by trainees in combat preparation. He also addresses the critical need for military supplies and the chilling implications of misinformation and global military dynamics affecting the conflict.

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Mark Turner

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Surreal Realities of War and Subscription Insights

4min

Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine: A Multimedia Combat Mission

25min

Building Trust Amid Conflict

5min

Training Under Fire: A Ukrainian Experience

22min

Urgent Appeal for Military Supplies and Tactical Gear

2min

Navigating Humanitarian Challenges in Ukraine

25min

Navigating Misinformation and Military Support in Ukraine

17min

Shifting Alliances: China and Russia's Strategic Dynamic

4min

10.

Navigating Chaos: A Marine's Mission

19min

11.

Civilian Impact in the Ukraine Conflict

9min

12.

From Crisis to Compassion: The Formation of a Humanitarian Nonprofit

6min

13.

Resilience in Crisis: A Journey from Ida to Humanitarian Aid

22min

14.

Honoring Contributions and Urgent Calls for Support

2min

Former Recon Marine Mark Turner who went to Ukraine on 18 hours notice at the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine joins us on the show. He gives us an inside perspective on what's happening in country as the war continues on. After speaking with high level Ukrainian Politicians they've asked him to train both Ukrainian military and civilians to go fight the Russians on the front lines of the war. Mark is now recruiting more former US Special Operations Veterans to train both Ukrainian military and civilians to fight the Russians through his nonprofit The Overwatch Foundation.

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