Chris Miller - The Hunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi | SRS #88

Chris Miller is the former Secretary of Defense with a 27 year career in the United States Army. Throughout his career, he oversaw multiple special operations organizations, culminating with his command of the 2nd Battalion, 5th SFG(A).
In Part Two, Miller recounts the horrific abduction and murder of human rights activist Kayla Mueller by ISIS forces. This atrocity would later result in "Operation Kayla Mueller," the mission that targeted and killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
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00:00 - Introduction
05:55 - Kayla Mueller
17:30 - Getting Al Bagdhadi “Operation Kayla Mueller”
37:47 - Enemy R.O.E.’s
49:30 - Secretary of Defense
1:18:47 - Afghanistan withdraw

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[@seraph6758]

🤔 what poor soul has to do the accounting for the pentagon, what security level is that, and how do the departments interact, monetarily? There’s a bad Seinfeld bit here someplace😆 🤦‍♂️👍

[@jessicalacasse6205]

we just kinda lost all our armed conflict( in th end) since ww2 ...not the people fault they were forced into a rigged game with deadly consequence usa might be powerful but us gov( like churchill said the congress will do the right thing once all other alternative have been tried ) is just a cancer ... like you guest said you can do wonder but when the bosses come it turn to sht ...

[@yusufraheem7586]

9:46 they don't show it but bro says his name they edited it out....anwar Al Awlaki

[@binniparis8024]

Your a brilliant interviewer - fantastic how you listen and let your guest tell the whole story. So greatful for the sacrafices you have made, so greatful for a show that sheds light on the reality of so many brilliant, young peoples experience. Xx

[@ES-bl1wy]

I hope you will get Russell Jay Gould or Sergeant Robert Horton of War Castles on for an interview, that would be an eye opener. 👈🏼👈🏼👈🏼🧐

[@matthewdegregorio5103]

Thank you for being instrumental in saving all of our lives Mr Miller. Some of us know. Hat's off. We love you.

[@thequietone3441]

💯

[@johnpancap844]

Wtf r u smoking?

[@jugghead-1975]

​@@johnpancap844Some good kush for sure! Lol...wow

[@TAWN8711]

WWG1WGA

[@Educate12]

🙌

[@NicoV-ey8on]

Every time I hear or read abu bakr al baghdadi I think of Shane Gillis

[@bigbore4498]

Abu, don’t cry Abu.

[@rossclink8903]

The real Paw Patrol got him 🤣

[@user-ln7bo8ub5y]

Cry baby baghdadi lol

[@chilloutdude3617]

THE DAWGS

[@justincraig398]

That’s crazy, I just turned off his latest clip with Rogan before this.

[@MiloDebuque]

Mr. Miller, that was in no way too much information. Your candid conversation and display of humanity was amazing. I've never lost faith in America, and people like you are one of the reasons why. Thank you so much. Shawn, if you read this, please pass this along to him. Fantastic interview.

[@joebeach7759]

The emotion in his voice at the end, where he's talking about the fall of Afghanistan, shows how important he took his work and how personal it was to him. I truly feel sorry for all the folks that sacrificed there. Great interview

[@artgarba3108]

My neighbor growing up was in intelligence during the war . Mr Miller is literal exactly like him . I’m very impressed by his honesty and humility. Men like this are what our country needs . We need to serve one another.

[@b.b.4411]

While I was interested in the things that happened to Mueller, I have the utmost respect for him that he didn’t elaborate to protect the family from further trauma.

[@guccimane623]

Same. I think they did a good Segway into what ISIS does instead of speaking on the specifics of her case.

[@BLASTbeatDAD]

Same bro. Just know they are animalistic and hamas is the one and same. It was dark stuff that happened to MRS. KAYLA MEULLER but... let's not forget how badass our SOF and fighting force is when faced with a threat. Hella respect to them in these times of tiktok, but now we have another reason to remember what bad sick men get... they meet monsters that go bump in the night.

[@jreyn2043]

I was a little surprised Shawn asked that, tbh, because he usually seems very aware of the things that should remain unsaid.

[@richardconnor7703]

​@jreyn2043 yes but hiding the uncut truth is why some liberal minded people push narratives that our SOF ate mad killers because they don't know the seriousness of what goes on overseas in these places

[@HamBones13]

This gentleman is Awesome!!! Never seen this side of a senior officer

[@robertschmidt9584]

When I first met him in Iraq as a support officer, I said the same thing. One of the most humble and authentic men you would ever meet.

[@user-qi6tm2fb5x]

Absolutely edge of the seat stuff. This perspective is what America needs to hear right now. Thank you Secretary Miller and Shawn Ryan, your service is not forgotten.

[@KSCummins6.7L]

Never gets old hearing all these different perspectives from my brothers and sisters who served in the sand box. I got my share 04-05 and again 07-08 and as Shawn said, at first I thought I knew the reason but by 07, I was trying to understand why the build up and not end game in sight. Great episode once again Shawn.

[@shawnwheeler4633]

Wow! What a powerful moment to end this episode on! You could feel how much it pained Mr Miller the way the Afghanistan War ended. He is a true PATRIOT! Thank you Mr Ryan for being a beacon of TRUTH!

[@jonathanramos8414]

I'm glad we are out of that God forsaken place

[@ImARealHumanPerson]

​@@jonathanramos8414Stop replying to everyone like you are some kind of authority in every topic. Your opinion has no value to strangers online because nobody even knows who you are 😅

[@jonathanramos8414]

@@ImARealHumanPerson so I'm not allowed to have an opinion as an American?

[@jonathanramos8414]

@@ImARealHumanPerson shove it

[@brob412]

Shawn will be #1 on the list soon. Most genuine content on the net to date.

[@tomf2716]

Thanks for these interviews Shawn. Your show is the only one that I know of where these conversations are taking place. I appreciate all you do. Mr. Miller is a true American patriot. I also appreciate that he’s discussing facts and circumstances from his perspective without throwing anyone under the bus. It’s really refreshing.

[@damonjakobeit1830]

Check out combat story and jocko wilink with John stryker meyer if you want to hear details about special operations experiences. John stryker meyer on both those podcasts talks about being a green beret in Vietnam it's insane

[@utjon]

Great conversation with Mr. Miller. He has so much knowledge. Looking forward to the rest of his interview with you Shawn, excellent content!! 👏🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@HawgNutz]

Hello Sir @ShawnRyanShowOffcial , may I first say it is a sincere honor to get to watch your interviews with your phenomenal and distinguished guests, which the quality, integrity and caliber of are second to none... All other similar themed shows and podcasts strive to reach the level of guest and influence and information being shared with the population that you bring to light with each and every single show and guest that you interview and then air the content, your style and atmosphere are incredibly professional and the ability for you to be able to talk with the highest of intelligence down to the grittiest and battle hardened of soldier and stand toe to toe with both and be comfortable and right at home, thank you for your shpw.. Best of wishes to you and your family during the holidays

[@smokaFnJ]

What a GR8 interview! One thing I realized within the first 20-30 minutes is that Chris Miller doesn’t like talking much about himself or his accomplishments & immediately turns the questions back on Shawn! Very decent guy! Thank you Chris Miller for your service to our Country! To you Mr. Ryan, thank you again for what you continue to do for our Vets!

[@jdwar11]

I’ve had this very discussion with Mr Miller. We for a long while have had a void of true leaders that actually understand what leadership is. The DoD down into the actual branches of our military have become politically motivated. Be it for favors, future positions or just the greed of future riches or they cling for power and control. Serving more than two decades and being overseas on deployment when America was attacked on 9/11 I’ve worked with all levels of leaders. The recent years have only grown exponentially worse and I have not been able to make recommendations for anyone to join any branch or service because of the politics and how they have shifted focus adopting woke ideologies from the top to the lowest level. Congress getting involved even with the physical fitness standards in my opinion was an influence that should have never occurred. Huge thanks for making this a 2 part discussion. You could no doubt make an easy dozen of episodes with this fellow from Iowa

[@yuhere9241]

Love the show! Keep spreading that truth Shawn. America is lucky to have you and your team

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Thanks for joining!

[@sol-ur9dx]

I never get your podcast recommended to me anymore by KZbin anymore even though I watch almost every episode and I'm subscribed with notifications on. I have to go out of my way to physically search for your channel just to see if you've posted a new episode of the SRS. They are definitely trying to silence the work you do. Another great podcast episode Shawn!

[@bamadondon0495]

The way that episode ended with that man in tears...... Knowing he was giving it his ALL before Biden and his circus came in and literally jumped ship out of Afghanistan like it was going down in the middle of the Mediterranean.. to see the former SECRETARY of DEFENSE choked up like that. Knowing that he's right.. that's exactly how so many families of lost soldiers and vets were and still are 100% feeling exactly the same way seeing that after the news hit and how it was portrayed the day that it was announced. Literally gave me goosebumps. So glad you got this guy on here.

[@gunnar4554]

Love watching your journey of honest self reflection on a public platform. Thanks.

[@tonypilozzi6227]

The last 5 mins of this conversation really hit home for me. My brother was in Afghanistan in the mid to late 2000's and served with some amazing humans. He took his life last year because of the pullout of Afghanistan. He felt as if the loss off his fellow warriors and his fighting was for nothing. Terrible choice made by people that didn't give a shit.

[@MEDICUS729]

Dude your brother is a Hero and a FUCKING BADASS. I'm so sorry you lost your bro like that. I mean it dude. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.

[@user-hd6jv1lb5b]

@MEDICUS729 the sad thing is kids these days have forgotten..😢

[@user-hd6jv1lb5b]

​@@MEDICUS729ask someone under 25 about Iraq , Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia and Yemen .. those brave boys American and AUSTRALIAN.. I'm Aussie the us government sent our boys too slaughter .. we had nothing to do with it

[@kirkbarnett1231]

The kids who aren't old enough to remember what the country was like during and after nine eleven never knew to forget...rip to your brother my friend, we won't forget him

[@MEDICUS729]

@kirkbarnett1231 I'm one of those kids sir. All you need to know is there is a whole generation in the shadows who is ready to DIE for you.

[@ViktoriousDead]

To add to the story the complete Task force that went on the raid, was CAG, a platoon from 2nd Ranger Battalion and 160th along with PJ/JTAC attachments

[@amadio3536]

Thanks for the clarification. Why is Miller not allowed to disclose any of that if I might ask

[@BLeeFAFO]

​@@amadio3536 Basic version is he's Retired. When he served as both a Soldier, As a GS personnel and at the SecDef position those are Government (Meaning Security Clearance required roles, And that means absolute non-disclosure and secrecy.. Non compliance can mean Federal charges, Loss of benefits, fines, Ostracization from the SF and SOF communities along with possible jail time in rare cases) Positions that are under UCMJ and Federal jurisdictions, And if something is Classified, Whether it's been publicly revealed or otherwise, You still are legally forbidden to acknowledge or comfirm anything under Classification. Units,Equipment, Missions, Locations, literally anything.

[@dezzmand123]

Because cag doesn't exist if he said they do hell be arrested for leaking classified information ​@@amadio3536

[@nitrokiller1415]

Great interview with Mr. Miller. Dudes a little quirky but is a straight lace to the point kind of guy that can get things done and not some clown. Thank you for your service sir!

[@farrkg9]

Jesus said, “the greatest love is to give up your life for your friends.” You both served with honor and dignity. God speed!

[@scottpomygalski6078]

Thanks for a great video. Thank You both for your service. Served 33 years and had 6 deployments. I can't tell you how I can relate to the things you described like the predictable stress of repeated deployments and the PX's. I can remember Disney Road when it was still dirt, no white light, and there were no permanent structures. The next time I went there, there, thought I was on a base in the States, with thousand-pound air conditioners on roofs, paved streets, and sidewalks, I was like, what contracts are involved here in making all this crap. The SAD part is most of what we learned might be forgotten. Who is teaching the new leadership on what we learned the last 20-plus years, or will they just forget it, put it all on a shelf to be relearned again 10 years down the road.

[@Quesoverga]

Alot of entertainment on the internet but alot of information as of lately. Thanks Shawn for all you've done and continue to do !!!

[@ShawnRyanShow]

You’re welcome. Thanks for joining us!

[@tracyemms537]

Thank you for everything you both are doing and have done for our country

[@Phcx-_-]

been waiting since yesterday for part 2, keep up the great work buddy!

[@celtics425]

Seeing special operators is amazing, but I'd love to see an episode( or 5) with a normal Grunt that had to spend 15 months in the country. Like the vast majority of war fighters had to. Plenty of epic battles (Wanat, The outpost, The Outlaws, ect...) I think that would be an amazing shift to get some of the regular Army, Marines, or whatever other branch of services perspective. Just a thought .

[@randallpink5153]

exactly see my comment above

[@indyinsc]

Nobody cares about those guys

[@mugshotmarley]

Theres a lot of us grunts out here trust me, there's nothing "sexy" about it. Imagine these special operations stories but with less intimate shooting and less close combat stuff. Then add in lower tactical prowess, more frat house and shittier gear, people and leaders. Usually sof guys have the all the nice "luxury" living. they can bring almost anything they want overseas to a certain extent. us conventional dudes live in the shittier tents, shittier equipment and our needs/wants are the least priority. And for the conventional side, even Infantry, its 80% boring and 20% chaos. Some is worse (90% boring). The sof leaders find all the good missions with all the support and the scrap boring, shitty stuff, the scraps are left for infantry.

[@celtics425]

@@mugshotmarley Right, the majority of us has "less than sexy" deployments. Hence I think it would be interesting to learn more about those that were in the battles I mentioned. While the Sof guys get the "sexier" missions and most often the proper support backing them. They have to be very scripted on what they can share, for obvious reasons! Where a regular Infantryman isn't held to strict policy. Hell get a few of the MOH recipients on the show. From the regular side. I think there is an opportunity to see a full picture of the GWOT.

[@annemcdermott3934]

Chris Miller is an amazing person , special forces soldier, father, husband, etc. Thank you so very much for your service!! This was the best interview on the Shawn Ryan show!! Hope you come back for another interview. I learned so much!! My Dad was special forces ( Army Ranger). He would have worked for Green Beret. However, he married my Mom and that was that....I have so much respect for our soldiers and veterans!! They fought and continue to fight fir our precious freedom and safety. Its the ultimate amazing sacrifice! One's life for another. .May God Bless you Chris and your family!!

[@Nbarri051]

I appreciate Chris’s answer and perspective to the youth in response to what we should tell those wanting to join.

[@chasecook7041]

Great episode! Thank you so much for doing what you do. Please keep getting after it!

[@ShawnRyanShow]

You’re welcome!!

[@allenheaton1576]

Great guest and as always Shawn you are a great interviewer! You allow your amazing guests to speak their mind at their own pace. Your followup questions are always spot on. You have a gift. Thank you for your service to our country and for your continued service through the Shawn Ryan Show.

[@matthewrodriguez5748]

Shawn it is upsetting that you and I’m sure plenty other vets feel like Americans aren’t behind y’all but I can assure you media and politicians are full of shit and most Americans are grateful for what y’all do and appreciate all you sacrifice. As a fireman I deal with the public a lot and they are always showing their gratitude for police,fire,and military. Keep up the good work we love you brother GOD BLESS.

[@everardomartinez9695]

Love this interview Chris Miller is a true American hero thank you for your service . Thank you Shawn Ryan Show Team for doing an excellent job . God bless you all and God bless America .

[@vernonhall9262]

Its honestly broke this mans heart to think about the way we left things in afghanistan That kind of emotion That kind is love That kind of heart Thats wat we need more of to get this country back on track God bless u

[@AccuSol-ERN]

Another great SRS episode.........get back to full episodes.......so I can get my episode binge on with solid uninterrupted focus.

[@vedicwarrior]

Read your book, "Secretary Soldier", Secdef Miller! A TRULY GREAT guest, Shawn! You are the BEST AMERICANS, both of you! I'm reading "Invisible Treason in America" by LTG McInerny, MG Paul Vallely John Trudel, Ray DiLorenzo and Mary Fanning. I hope both of you are "up" on this volume, have read it or have it in your queue. We're getting SO close to losing our country.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Right on!

[@markhozey]

Congrats on being top 10 podcaster Shawn!!! I was telling all my buddies a while back how great your show is and i said i dont know what hes ranked but hes climbing fast! I love you show , rogan, and pbd . The top 3 in my opinion on youtube! GOD bless brotha , thannk you for your service, and thank you for all the great content. Its really invaluable!!!

[@pedrorodriguezriopedre8649]

Shawn, God Bless you. Thank you for having Chris Miller on. Hearing him choke up about how Afghanistan fell. I felt that pain as well. This episode will be another legend of an episode. Keep doing what you do. When are you going to get Gen Scott Miller on?

[@benjoiner777]

Thanks Chris and Shawn for serving! These talks have been some of my favorite.

[@P420Bear]

This is where it's at. Some may not agree with me but knowing the who, where, why of specific special situations we as a splintered society have Endured is what helps us push through the complex positions we don't fully understand.

[@johnpelfrey2041]

The emotion Chris displayed while just talking about how the impact of our withdrawal in Afghanistan affected him, speaks volumes. That is the kind of leadership we sorely lack on so many levels of our Military and Government. I hope that after Trump wins for the 3rd time, he selects Chris again as SECDEF and we finally focus on the service members, the cost of war on our war fighters and remove the woke cancer Obama infected our Military with and get front sight focused on what we need to get back to being efficient at WINNING wars. #LLTB

[@jonathanramos8414]

So we should have stayed in Afghanistan forever because that war was going nowhere

[@johnpelfrey2041]

@jonathanramos8414 No we were way past time to leave Afghanistan. The premise of my statement as someone that deployed there 3 times and then a few more times in support of the DOS, the way we pulled out hit hard because I lost some great friends. We haven't engaged an enemy to WIN in a very long time. We've let Politics and the industrial military complex keep it going at a cost that can't be quantified to those that serve.

[@jonathanramos8414]

@@johnpelfrey2041 even with us gone the taliban is still fighting other insurgent groups. It's best to let those anti taliban forces fight them.

[@jonathanramos8414]

@@johnpelfrey2041 I'm more worried about Mexico and the cartels right now

[@NotJbus]

Trump doesn't care for our vets. He literally said he doesn't like our vets who were captured. Also he bitched about having to meet a disabled vet infront of people. Saying "don't bring people like that here nobody wants to see that" also said our vets were stupid for joining . Didnt want to see a WW1 Cemetery. yea great guy. 😂😂

[@tonyc2569]

Great content every time. This one was exceptional. Thank Shawn and Chris.

[@CarnageIsILL]

Shawn, PLEASE get Devon Larratt on your show. It would bring a TON of eyes to you both and be SO Entertaining! He's a Canadian operator with 7 tours in Afghanistan. He's also been the Super Heavyweight and Heavyweight Armwrestling Champion with both arms off/on for the last 17 or so years.

[@chasm603]

Iron Eagle, love this fellow Countryman...Ezra Cohen-Watnick might be a great interview as well as Douglas MacGregor. TY again for great interview(s).

[@operator1018]

I gotta say, Shawn. You’ve come a long way brother. I was one of your biggest critics when you first started. I don’t even remember how many times, I unsubscribed from your channel. But I came coming back. Not only are you a true American hero, but you’ve become a great business man. I’ve also noticed the gentleman you are. There’s times during your interviews, where you can drop F bombs, and you don’t. A true gentleman and family man. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. I hope, someday I can shake your hand and buy you a beer.

[@pandorasboxwithtre-vaughn3753]

Woah mr millers rage is uncanny , his sorrow for how the ball was dropped is felt

[@edgarmartinez9320]

I can't stop watching this show. Best show on the internet.

[@Kim-dk9nk]

This is going to be one good interview 🙌🏽

[@seraph6758]

Sheriff Grady Judd isn’t retired, probably have to arrest the guy to get him to quit, is too busy, but dang it’d be a interesting conversation. Lookin forward to this part! 👍Thanks to all vets for opening up, even if it is just to friends and family. One love.

[@brandonwilliams567]

What’s going on with Grady Judd? What part of the show is that?

[@ShawnRyanShow]

That would be an interesting show.

[@seraph6758]

@@brandonwilliams567 he dose news briefings they're pretty unique. Successful arrests, though horrific.

[@peacesmakers]

Always look forward to seeing and hearing more truth out of these videos/podcasts than the so-called "journalists' from legacy media.

[@CLAYTONCHAN1]

AWESOME AND CANDID REAL TRUTH. THANK YOU SHAWN AND CHRIS FOR PROVIDING US THIS INFO. WE STAND WITH YOU GUYS! - Las Vegas, NV

[@just_ledoux_it]

it was excellent to listen to how a soldier from Iowa can get appointed to become the SEC DEF. As a fellow retired NCO, I always wondered who are the people at the top and how did the get there.........Good to see that a principled, hard working person, can get to the top.....There is still hope for our country, by getting the right people into the right positions.

[@sungirl9951]

well he’s not a millennial is he?

[@jeffVII]

Not one point in the history of Sec. Def’s have we seen this side. Somewhat mind blowing.

[@Rn-qr8di]

Hey Shawn it’s funny vice put out a video 3 weeks ago about how the Chinese are controlling the fentanyl production in Mexico. I had to inform them you covered this about a year ago and how late to the game they were. Thank you for keeping us informed and up to date with important issues.

[@jonathanramos8414]

For all we know the sinoala cartel is already working on fentanyl xxx

[@debbiekennedy454]

On the edge of my seat watching this guy! Thanks for showing him Shawn!

[@DaRKfire-yz5im]

Fantastic show again. I could listen to him all day

[@justinl9131]

Loved this episode, thank you!! Selfishly, played lacrosse in college so love the JMU Lax polo, Chris!

[@JJoy9887]

Great words. We must be mindful in how we accomplish all things.

[@Da_legend26]

Damn this is probably the best guest so far 👌

[@keithk.3963]

Thank you for all you do, Shawn. Yet another great interview and perspective on history as well as current events.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Thank you for the support Keith. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

[@IrishLincoln]

Damn. This one got me at the end there. That visual of all those Taliban lined up, then we actually saw it. Makes me sick. All Americans need to hear this.

[@Anna_Nimmitty]

Shawn, Just a little FYI here, but the concern you voiced in regards to the BS Media Coverage right there in the 41:20 area, You Sir are our Very Much Appreciated Alternative Option To Such, and WADR, You Are Appreciated Much, Much, MUCH MORE THAN YOU REALIZE! Also, with the general comprehension of the media being as it is, it is also realized that You cannot be expected to truthfully address each and every single issue without even the slightest of a shortcoming or non-coverage!! IOW's Please Just Keep On Keepin' On Just As You Have, As Everything Else Will Somehow Fall Into Place,As That Is All That Is Expected!! With All Due Respect and Sincere Appreciation, Anna_Nimmitty Native of Both Carolinas

[@Anna_Nimmitty]

To Whom It May Concern, The reply to my above initial comment that had been posted by "Shawn" is now longer accessible to reply to. Much appreciation if such could perhaps be reposted or re-provided! WADR, Anna_Nimmitty

[@Onlyusemesuede]

Shawn, I’m a huge fan! I think you should get Matthew cole on the show and talk to him about his book “Code Over Country”. I think it would be a fantastic episode. Keep doing what you’re doing brother!

[@gerstmanndavid]

Awesome, epic interview, Shawn! Thank you. I'm sure you know how cathartic this is to us veterans to hear this coming from one of the top brass. Watching how this cowardly administration pulled (retreated) out from Afghanistan, I knew everyone who was currently serving and every veteran alive was enraged at how mismanaged it was. As a Marine vet, I sure as hell was! It was to the point that to this day, I still believe they did it on purpose. I believe they did it to demoralize our fighting forces and to embarrass our nation. They sent a signal to our enemies that they were welcome to advance, and look where we're at now! But this is far from over, and we are far from defeated.

[@matthewmartin5756]

Shawn, my man. Thank you brother. I appreciate you. I’ll never meet you, but I care about you. Let’s stay on the path.

[@NachoManBoy4]

I love this Channel. Reminds me of my time in service and how much cool shit I didn’t get to do

[@jasons1200]

Just listened on Spotify… great job Shawn but Chris rubs me the wrong way for some reason almost like he’s a chameleon…. I dunno maybe I’m wrong but he rubbed me the wrong way

[@chilloutdude3617]

I was thinking the same thing on episode 1. Just get a gut feeling that there's something off about this dude. Could have something to do with the 20-minute @$$-kissing session he had in the beginning of episode 1. But IDK... something off about this fella.

[@briansteere6601]

Damn, so glad it's not just me.

[@christophersmith5303]

He is authentic. Just himself and he does not act like he knows everything. Give me a guy in a JC Penny suit who actually did stuff over the perfumed princes in $2000 suits.

[@wiggypop1325]

Same, not real sure about him. Seeing his interview on TimCast prior to this didn't help.

[@johnmoniz9178]

Something off about him… not a genuine guy.

[@peterbuckley5221]

Another Incredible interview thanks Shawn

[@randybass6679]

Shawn, great podcast!! You've talked more on this podcast than any I've heard so far, and that's over half of them lol. You on Megan Kelly show was very great listening to your life. Thank you sir

[@Tony2Glock]

I saw someone else comment to interview Grady Judd. Please make that happen. Great show, btw. Been on a binge for the last few days.

[@arnoldschwichtenberg7014]

Shawn thanks for not caring what people might say. God bless you. This is the best show on KZbin

[@Toms_Bright_Ideas]

Some time ago I wrote on 2 of my websites about Kayla Mueller. They were some of the most gut wrenching articles I ever wrote. One considered her charitable mission work and the fact she was allowed to send home a letter on one sheet of paper. She kind of knew she wasn't going home alive so she filled every bit of the paper on both sides with her testimony about her faith. Then I had a server crash and a mix up on backing up the site and everything including that article was lost. I reconstituted many articles I had but that one I left undone. I had learned some more about her ordeal and I couldn't stand to write about it.

[@hailmattis1611]

Semper Fi brother thank you

[@thequietone3441]

Outstanding interview, Mr. Ryan. H/T to you sir! We owe a debt of gratitude to Secretary Miller! Semper gratum.

[@jeremiahsandlin434]

Informative doesn't even come close to describing this sit down. Thank you Sean

[@mallrat1960]

Semper Fi SecDef Miller. And Shawn. Thanks for answering the call. Thanks for standing firm.

[@Dollabill568]

Great interview. Thanks for putting this content out there for America. I hope it reaches the people who need to wake up the most.

[@anguskong5132]

Love this guy, have to say though his look don't match his personality lol. Your the shit Shawn as always!

[@LW_TRAINING]

They built an actual Lowe’s in Al Asad… a fucking Lowe’s. I know I got suckered in. Thank you for saying it. We got duped a loooong time ago. I’m in 18 years and staying to 21 for my family but I do it now to get the benefits for my kids. I never want them to join, I want to give them what they deserve from what I’ve done. Gone too long, time we’ll never get back.

[@willbrink]

Be it under Trump, Brandon, Miller, etc, I don't care, the way we left Afg was a failure we will never recoup from. We should have kept the air base and continued to support the Afg mil with air support, continued to have advisors to their mil as they transitioned to taking over all major ground ops, and kept some SOF there to deal with targets of opportunity. That was the obvious transition for draw-down by the US that would last as long as needed. Offering any exact time frames simply tells your enemy how long they have to plan to attack. As it all went to FUBAR under Brandon, ultimate failure is with him, and he should have been impeached over it. The End.

[@jonathanramos8414]

The taliban was always gonna take power.

[@98Z28LS1]

Looks like a 3 part show. I did not get a notification for part 2.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

That’s been occurring! Glad you were able to find it.

[@kristalmilano4514]

Thank you Shawn!!

[@johncatlin6181]

Shawn I’m the dude from glover that debated leaving my career but never pursued. I don’t regret it, but you were kicking ass. I will be honest, I wrap my brain every day. How could I better your business and you help me… I have always known you were good at what you did no matter what but you became an awesome interviewer, but you faced your first challenge despite with anybody says with this guy, he was friendly, but he was goofy and me and you don’t act that way and you handled yourself on a level most people cannot do it that impress me enough I’d work for you any day let me know I’m gonna do that can do 23 out of 24 hours a day but I want to be part of a family that’s the biggest part to me if you love me I might work 25 out of 24 hours a day

[@willbrink]

We need to have Mattis on this SR show! I think Mattis would do the SR show...

[@patrickbroussard8383]

Another great episode thank you

[@ShawnRyanShow]

You’re welcome!!

[@pugglezrook5532]

Man I love this podcast .

[@garyhughes4326]

Love your show Shawn. The content of your interviews isnt covered by the mainstream media and here is fingers crossed that the powers that be dont start sticking their beaks into your program.

[@llamawizard]

This is an incredible interview

[@AudaciousAmber]

That's one amazing individual and this was a great interview. That man right there is enough to restore your faith in humanity

[@jswillie1014]

Part 3?!? Lets Goooooooooooooooo

[@WHODEYFAN25]

Call outs is one of the dumbest things Ive heard of, putting our servicemen and woman at even more risk

[@coachjonjiujitsu]

Never forget what our government did in the pullout of Afghanistan.

[@MEDICUS729]

This was a great friggin conversation

[@JJoy9887]

“ you can’t want it more than they do” 💖💝💖

[@davidcranealabama]

Awesome interview! These two guys are very intelligent.... ! Very enjoyable.

[@Alpha-Mike-Foxtrot]

I wonder how ISIS would respond to the implication of "you can run but you can't hide"? Thanks for the podcast

[@Starsdad12345]

SRS bringing back AMERICAN BAD ASSES. Ty both for your service