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#148 Alan C. Mack - Flying Through Hell: Real Combat Stories from a Night Stalker Pilot
Alan C. Mack is a retired U.S. Army Master Aviator and veteran of over 35 years of service. He spent 17 years with the elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, known as the "Night Stalkers," flying MH-47 Chinook helicopters on missions such as the hunt for Osama bin Laden and the rescue of Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell during Operation Red Wings. Mack's career included roles as a Flight Lead, Instructor, and Commander at West Point, amassing over 6,700 flight hours and earning accolades like the Distinguished Flying Cross and Legion of Merit.
In his book, Razor 03: A Night Stalker’s Wars, Mack shares gripping accounts of his combat experiences and personal challenges, including the toll of frequent deployments on his family. Now serving as a Deputy Commissioner of Emergency Services in New York, he continues to inspire audiences with stories of resilience and leadership.
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#147 Andrew Huberman - Neuroscience, Sleep Hacks and Mental Health Improvements
Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the Department of Neurobiology at Stanford University School of Medicine. His research focuses on brain plasticity, vision, and the neural mechanisms underlying stress, sleep, and performance, earning him recognition through numerous peer-reviewed studies and awards like the McKnight Foundation Neuroscience Scholar Award.
He is also the host of the Huberman Lab Podcast, where he shares neuroscience-based tools for improving mental and physical well-being. His episodes explore topics like sleep, focus, physical training, and emotional resilience, resonating with a global audience.
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#146 Blake Cook - America's Scapegoats: The 365-Day Service That Never Stops
Blake Cook is a former U.S. Army infantryman (11 Bravo) who deployed to Afghanistan in 2012, where his bravery and sacrifice earned him the Purple Heart. Following his military career, Blake shifted to law enforcement with the Fayetteville Police Department in North Carolina, dedicating most of his eight-year tenure to the SWAT team. There, he developed expertise in high-pressure tactical operations and emergency response.
Now serving as the Director of Law Enforcement Operations and Lead Instructor at Blu Bearing Solutions, Blake focuses on training individuals to handle crises with confidence and precision. His teaching emphasizes preparedness and the cultivation of a "Protector Mindset," drawing from his extensive background to help others safeguard what matters most.
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Mike Glover: "It Was a Good Run Killing a Bunch of Bad Guys" | Peak Points
This episode kicks off the Shawn Ryan Show's "Peak Points" series, where we highlight the most impactful moments from previous releases. We're starting at the very beginning with Episode #01, featuring former Green Beret and CIA contractor Mike Glover. For longtime listeners, this segment is a great way to revisit a Hall of Fame episode. And if you're new to the show, it's the perfect starting point to get a quick glimpse of this incredible story.
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#145 Angela Ford - Meet the Army Psychic Who Tracked Spies, Hostages and Fugitives
Angela Ford worked as a remote viewer in the CIA’s Project Stargate, a Cold War-era program focused on extrasensory perception (ESP) to gather intelligence on distant locations or individuals. She was among the select few trained in "remote viewing," a form of controlled clairvoyance, and applied this skill to support government intelligence efforts during her time with Stargate. Ford now shares her experiences and teaches remote-viewing techniques at the Monroe Institute, an organization known for exploring consciousness and advanced mind training methods.
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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.