Part 2 of this episode covers growing conflict on the world stage and secrecy here at home. Shawn & Erik discuss growing tensions between China & Taiwan. How likely is a CCP invasion of the island? What role will the US play in that conflict? Does Taiwan even stand a chance? Have all of these questions answered by Prince, one of the foremost authorities on foreign policy and global security operations. Prince also brings a new perspective to the JFK assassination and classified reports. We also dig into social credit scores and the future of the US dollar. This episode will keep you "in the know." Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://americanfinancing.net | 866-781-8900 https://hvmn.com/shawn Erik Prince Links: https://www.unplugged.com Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So much has been happening in the world over the last few months–the war in Ukraine, the value drops in the US dollar, a recession and political turmoil. SRS wanted to get insights from someone who can see beyond the veil. That's why we're welcoming back Erik Prince, Founder of Blackwater and American Entrepreneur, Former Navy Seal. Prince explains the shifts in foreign policy and the looming dangers of a no-end war in Ukraine and the growing threat of the CCP. He shares his experiences contracting with the State Department and gives insights on what Capitol Hill is pushing. Shawn and Erik discuss the decline of American manufacturing and the security threats monopolies have created in business and politics. This episode is a "state of the union" from the perspective of one of the world's most experienced entrepreneurs. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://shopify.com/shawn https://drinkhoist.com - USE CODE "SHAWN" https://goldco.com/ryan | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner Erik Prince Links: https://www.unplugged.com/upphone Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on SRS we're diving into all things society & culture with Former Green Beret and Virginia State Delegate Nick Freitas. Shawn and Nick discuss the shifting political climate across the country as "woke culture" creates unintended targets. Freitas lays out the changing value structure of the modern family and how missing fathers are affecting the growth and success of America's youth. Shawn and Nick also touch on the epidemic of mass shootings that have become the new normal for the United States. If you're struggling to make sense of your place in the world today, this episode is a must listen. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://preparewithshawn.com https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://bubsnaturals.com - USE CODE "SHAWN" https://americanfinancing.net | 866-781-8900 https://shopify.com/shawn https://blackbufflao.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://gcu.edu/military Nick Freitas Links: Instagram - www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVA Community Chat - https://bit.ly/43zQDLN Twitter - https://twitter.com/NickJFreitas YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/Nickjfreitas Podcast Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MakingTheArgument TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/Nickfreitas3.0 Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today marks the 11th anniversary of the unprecedented attack on a U.S. Consulate and CIA Annex in Benghazi, Libya that claimed the lives of four Americans– J. Christopher Stevens (U.S. Ambassador), Sean Smith (U.S. Foreign Service Information Officer), Glen "Bub" Doherty (U.S. Navy SEAL / CIA), and Tyrone S. "Rone" Woods (U.S Navy Seal / CIA). The aftermath of this attack resulted in ten investigations spanning two years that shook the core of American foreign policy and protocol within the State Department. The survivors would also consult on the critically acclaimed film "13 Hours" that depicted the attack, based on the book co-authored by the survivors. SRS is honored to have Mark Geist, one of the surviving members of the Annex Security team, on to share his story. Mark Geist is a former Marine, Sheriff, and CIA Security Consultant / Contractor that fought off the attack and is credited with saving over twenty-five lives. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://moinkbox.com/srs https://ziprecruiter.com/srs https://americanfinancing.net | 866-781-8900 https://hvmn.com/shawn https://goldco.com/ryan | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner https://mindbloom.com/srs - USE CODE "SRS" https://blackbuffalo.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://gcu.edu/military Mark "Oz" Geist Links: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markgeist13 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markozgeist Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shadow_warriors_project Twitter - https://twitter.com/MarkGeistSWP Websites - https://markgeist.com | https://shadowwarriorsproject.org | https://gosafenow.com/pages/about Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on SRS, Bedros Keuilian tells us all about business. Bedros is a serial entrepreneur and investor in over a dozen industry leading brands and businesses. He’s the founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, three times listed in Inc Magazine as well as Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 fastest growing franchise brands in the world. Bedros is the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Selling book "Man Up – How To Cut The BS and Dominate In Business and In Life." This episode explores his childhood as a immigrant, escaping communism and finding opportunity in the United States. Bedros takes us through his formative years as an early entrepreneur; wins and losses. Shawn and Bedros get into heavy topics like society, values, faith and how to get the country back on track. If you are interested in business or investing, the episode is for you. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://lairdsuperfood.com - USE CODE "SRS" https://puretalk.com/ryan https://gcu.edu/military https://1stphorm.com/srs https://helixsleep.com/srs - USE CODE "HELIXPARTNER25" for 25% on Labor Day https://betterhelp.com/shawn https://goldco.com/ryan | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner https://bubsnaturals.com - USE CODE "SHAWN" Bedros Keuilian Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bedroskeuilian Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bedroskeuilian YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KeuilianInc Twitter - https://twitter.com/bedroskeuilian Website - https://bedroskeuilian.com Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices