#36 Lt. Col. Scott Mann - Operation Pineapple Express

Retired Green Beret Lt. Col. Scott Mann orchestrated Operation Pineapple Express to rescue Afghan allies during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. He shares gripping stories from the frontline, including the emotional toll on Afghan commandos and the urgency behind the covert extraction efforts. Mann discusses the importance of preparedness and military relationships, along with the cultural complexities of Afghan society. As he reflects on the lessons learned, he warns of the resurging global terrorism threat in the wake of the withdrawal.