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The Shawn Ryan Show

The Shawn Ryan Show

By: Shawn Ryan
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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.© 2026 Shawn Ryan Show Philosophy Social Sciences
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  • #319 Mike Rowe - What Happened to the American Dream?

    #319 Mike Rowe - What Happened to the American Dream?
    Jul 6 2026
    Mike Rowe is an Emmy Award-winning television host, producer, narrator, bestselling author, and podcast host best known for creating and hosting the long-running TV series Dirty Jobs. Through his work, he has highlighted the importance of skilled trades and vocational careers across America. As founder of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, he has helped award millions of dollars in scholarships and championed efforts to bring shop classes back to schools. He also hosts the popular podcast The Way I Heard It, where he shares stories and interviews with entrepreneurs, tradespeople, and other remarkable individuals. Over a career spanning more than three decades, Rowe has become one of America's most recognizable advocates for hard work, opportunity, and the skilled trades. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Get 20% off Rho Liposomal NAD+ at https://rhonutrition.com/discount/SRS with code SRS; risk-free 60-day money-back guarantee. Start therapy with BetterHelp and get 10% off at https://betterhelp.com/srs. #ad Go to https://helixsleep.com/SRS for 20% off sitewide. Save time and meet great candidates sooner with ZipRecruiter—try it for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/SRS. Get 50% off your first order of Sundays for Dogs at https://sundaysfordogs.com/SRS50 or use code SRS50 at checkout. Mike Rowe Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikerowe Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheRealMikeRowe X - https://x.com/mikeroweworks Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealmikerowe Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@therealmikerowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    3 hrs and 44 mins
  • #318 Candace Owens - The Most Sued Woman in American Media

    #318 Candace Owens - The Most Sued Woman in American Media
    Jul 2 2026
    Candace Owens is an American political commentator, author, and independent journalist known for her outspoken views on politics, culture, and current events. She rose to prominence through conservative media and has built a large audience by challenging mainstream narratives, investigating high-profile stories, and advocating for free speech and individual liberty. Today, she produces independent content covering politics, media and global affairs. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: If you’re serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Get 30% off your first subscription order at https://armra.com/srs or enter code SRS at checkout. Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code SRS at https://stopboxusa.com/SRS #stopboxpod For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com. Candace Owens Links: Website - https://candaceowens.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@RealCandaceO X - https://x.com/RealCandaceO IG - https://www.instagram.com/realcandaceowens TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@candaceoshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    4 hrs and 47 mins
  • #317 Johnnie Clark - Surviving One of the Deadliest Jobs During the Vietnam War

    #317 Johnnie Clark - Surviving One of the Deadliest Jobs During the Vietnam War
    Jun 29 2026
    Johnnie Clark is an American author and Vietnam Veteran, best known for his 1984 Vietnam War memoir Guns Up!. Many of his works fall into the genre of non-fiction military and contain a tough, no nonsense portrayal of combat, courage, and camaraderie. Mr. Clark joined the Marine Corps at 17 years of age after graduating from St. Petersburg High School. He served as a machine gunner with the famed 5th Marine Regiment during the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. He was wounded 3 times, mortar round, grenade, and gunshot. During his rehabilitation from gunshot wounds in Okinawa, Mr. Clark began training in Martial Arts as part of his rehab program. In 2015 Mr. Clark returned from Korea after testing for his 8th Dan in Tae Kwon Do. He was also promoted to 9th Dan in the Ji Do Kwan. Grandmaster Clark owns and operates Johnnie Clark Tae Kwon Do and Judo school in St. Petersburg and has been inducted into the U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Mr. Clark’s books, Guns Up! and Semper Fidelis, are recommended reading by Lt. Col. Madonna, former MCG, to all newly commissioned officers at The Basic School. His books have been required reading in many colleges and high schools around the country as well as the Commandant’s List of suggested reading for all Marines. Many commanders have distributed Mr. Clark’s books to our troops now fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq. He is the recipient of the U.S. Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association Brigadier General Robert L. Denig Memorial Distinguished Service Award for writing. Mr. Clark has been awarded America’s 3rd highest medal for bravery and gallantry in combat, The Silver Star, 3 Purple Hearts, Vietnam’s highest Medal of Honor, The Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm, The Civil Action Combat Medal, The Marine Combat Ribbon among other decorations. Mr. Clark currently resides in St. Petersburg, Florida with his wife, Nancy, and dog, Gunner. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/SRS50 and get 50% off your first order. Or, you can use code SRS50 at checkout. Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Our listeners get the Harry’s Plus Trial Set for only $10 at https://www.Harrys.com/SRS #Harryspod New customers get 15% off Ultra Pouches with code SRS at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at https://shopify.com/srs Johnnie Clark Links: FB - https://www.facebook.com/authorjohnnieclark IG - https://www.instagram.com/johnniemclark Website - https://johnnieclark.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    4 hrs and 30 mins
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Very thought provoking and interesting content definitely worth a listen. it has turned me from an absolute skeptic on the Skinwalker ranch to someone now curious.

one of the better interview's

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From the first episode to the the one that has just been published, Shawn, keep doing what your doing brother! 🙌🙌💫💫

Outstanding!

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Just real and honest entertainment!
I started just picking random shows to listen to, I’ve enjoyed them that much i am now working my way from the beginning.

Don’t stop what you’re doing Shawn!

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Great to hear stories from incredible people about some amazing experiences. Great content and great interviewer! Keep up the good work!

Excellent interviews

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Love the stories love the fact that this is modern history being documented. Also gives out good advice as well to take on and tackle life in today's world

Awesome stuff

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