Jesse Ventura: Ratted out by Hulk Hogan, backstabbed by Chris Kyle and befriending Fidel Castro

Graham shares a candid conversation with the former WWE wrestler and governor of Minnesota, Jesse Ventura. Ventura talks about his time in office - which included a trip to Cuba to meet with Fidel Castro. “The Body” also discusses his falling out with Hulk Hogan and expresses his strong opinion of “American Sniper” author, Chris Kyle. Episode debuted nationwide in 2015.
#interview #wwe #politics
0:00 Time Spent In the Navy
6:17 Relationship with Muhammad Ali
12:33 Running for Governor/Politics
22:33 Meeting with Fidel Castro
27:41 JFK Assassination
32:12 Chris Kyle
39:07 Getting into Wrestling
47:30 Relationships with Vince McMahan and Hulk Hogan
52:07 Getting acting role in Predator
55:23 Relationship with Arnold Schwarzenegger
59:38 Impact of Ventura’s wife
1:01:37 Living off the grid
1:05:26 Not flying commercial
1:07:15 Ventura's Most Satisfying Moment
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[@joblo2671]

Love him or hate him....this man is definitely not afraid to speak his truth! We should ALL aspire to such greatness.

[@elitemcstudios]

I think you mean the truth. There is no “his truth” there’s what’s true, and what’s not true

[@vicariousjohnson9823]

@@elitemcstudios exactly, thank you!

[@justthink5854]

@@elitemcstudios the JFK throat and head HITS came from the south knoll parking lot close to the overpass. yes shots from all over including the north or grassy knoll. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWnInoF7eL6ao8k

[@johnfasanoii4382]

"His" truth is the best way to say it. Its funny Jesse speaks on conspiracy theories its his truth or opinions everyone else's conspiracy theorist and is cancelled or censored behind it

[@Fires755]

This dude is awesome!!! Love you Jesse!!! Special guy!!! Smart Guy God loves Jesse!!!!

[@heartbeatsdrum]

That lone survivor comment really hurt him. The way he came back and said, "Really, that guy said that about me?" And instead of going off cursing, he just said he should be ashamed of himself. What an old school beast. Good man, Ventura.

[@ColKurtzknew]

Yes that visibly hurt him. Even as Graham was moving on you could still see his hurt. Sad.

[@pamelapoulos5019]

Don't worry, being the pig of a human being he is, Ventura will probably just sue them like he did Chris Kyles widow.

[@climatepurification]

Kyle is a liar, any combat veteran could see it. Its not honorable to brag about kills, everyone enters the conflict under orders and the emotional weight of taking a life is dependent on the character of the individual pulling the trigger. Kyle had none.

[@ACLawrence476]

@@climatepurificationYeah Kyle lied about a fellow member of his community for profit. Ventura gave Kyle the opportunity to tell the truth and the lawsuit would’ve been settled but Kyle refused. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaSYp6CvqsiSl9U

[@OfficalJREshorts]

@@pamelapoulos5019why is he a pug he cleared his name based on lies made up by Kylie…

[@cashdingo6386]

Still remember the “my governor can beat up your governor” bumper stickers everywhere. What a personality

[@100hooker]

When I lived in CA and we had the Governator, our T-shirts and stickers read, “My Governor can kick your Governors Ass!”

[@nemesis5481]

_This is the best interview I have watched in recent memory! Jesse is the kind of man our forefathers would have been proud of. His sense of honor and convictions are almost palpable. His values mirror mine and this is why he is extremely relatable on a personal level. Jesse Ventura would be a fine President although I would not wish that unfathomable burden upon him._

[@pepepepito623]

Violating the cuba embargo act(signed by Kennedy...)Helms /Burton act traveled to cuba to shake the murderous dictador' hand,dirty red w/cuban people blood...ah,governor Jesse the body Ventura by banning your wife to travel,they did a" solid "to you... Ask Barbara Walter and Mrs Trudeau...

[@allennickles3970]

I'm 51 years old. And remember this man has always stood behind his truth. I have great respect for this man. We need a man like this to help save this country. And bring back honest values.

[@Anarchy-Is-Liberty]

So start being that man!!! That's how you change things, stop looking for a savior, start acting like one!

[@jimcherry95]

Too bad Im a Canadian we could use a leader like him here .

[@MrDLRu]

So true, I like the guy, but he's wrong on why he thinks Muhammad Ali didn't what to go to Vietnam. In fact, Muslim's don't think much of non-believers, ie, infidels and that would most certainly include Jesse. Look at Justice Douglas' concurring opinion in Cassius Clay v US on Ali's religious objection reason for not wanting to going to combat for the US.

[@Texture-roller]

Wars are fake. Only about $ war brings a lot of $ . Mohammad had to know this. It’s smart not scared . Governments create wars. You are lied to always and always have been….

[@IAMJhonnyBravo]

The truth??? HAHAHA he ran for Governor as JESSE VENTURA which isnt even really his REAL name! HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@bluerayfrequency7335]

Have always admired Jesse Ventura. This is not a man that struggles with his identity. He is a man with actual integrity.

[@davidmyers-jn9no]

L 😊

[@iancormie9916]

How refreshing - how different things might have been if Bud had put Jessie's face on their cans.

[@QueerdoLoc]

He’s intense

[@andromadaus]

Real & stable men rarely diminish weaker men ,gay or trans men to female .They protect them,... for there's no need to to protect or embellish own their maleness and add to a personal paranoia concerning mass corporate machisma.

[@bluerayfrequency7335]

@@Israelisnotourfriend Like your handle.

[@ozziewarrens8804]

Much Respect to Mr. Ventura. My husband and I faithfully watched his Conspiracy tv series. He is well informed and well versed.

[@U_S_A1776]

My boy from MINNESODAAH! I’d vote for him in a heart beat. He stands on business and doesn’t let anyone stand on him. He is the definition of an American Patriot 🇺🇸

[@vinmurray7009]

Whaler42

[@ronaldbutler9687]

I'm 58.portland Oregon. Where he got his start He didn't do interviews cuz he couldn't talk like he does now. Him and Bull Ramous. Jesse drove a cougar . Never forget about him.

[@ALCRAN2010]

This is an actual Patriot. Who would defend the Constitution. And not attack the Capitol building to have it his way.

[@gunsharck]

@@ALCRAN2010Thinly veiled jab at Trump is that?

[@alwilson3204]

@@gunsharck Brag him up all you want, this man is no conservative and his respect for the Constitution is in name only. As a libertarian he was more moderate Democrat than anything else.

[@andrewhawkinsiii]

Jesse Ventura is the definition of being one's own person. I've always respected him for that.

[@amarillorica]

He taught me about Dr Judy Wood

[@justthink5854]

@@amarillorica the JFK throat and head HITS came from the south knoll parking lot close to the overpass. yes shots from all over including the north or grassy knoll. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWnInoF7eL6ao8k

[@elieduguay9488]

There’s nothing to hate . He’s genuine ,a real man.

[@johnnydamaged7117]

Love ya Jesse

[@johnnydamaged7117]

Run Jesse. Your country needs you. Please come body slam Trump. We need integrity. It's lacking in both parties. Please Jesse I'm a vet like you . I hope you read this

[@denabergman6543]

Jesse knows the meaning of investigative journalism. He’s fearless and questions everything. That’s how it should be.

[@cindyhaduik7171]

He does , I remember watching a show he did after being governor, it was investigative journalism... trying to remember the name of it ... ... ... Was it conspiracy theory with Jesse ventura?

[@theskepticalskeptic]

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[@theskepticalskeptic]

😊

[@theskepticalskeptic]

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[@randycoger2525]

I am 79yo and this was the best interview I have ever witnessed because it came from the heart.

[@one-of-us9939]

Honesty out of the mouth of a politician... So refreshing! Thanks Jesse!

[@JohnWicksmagazine]

Jesse is NOT a politician. Just because you hold public office doesn’t make you a politician.

[@yyxy.oncesaid]

How do you know he's being honest?

[@marksheldon7154]

Jesse was the kind of politician ALL politicians should be, not influenced by donors, or political parties and their agendas!!

[@northstarmn]

Exactly! Unlike the paid shrill trump is for the gop.

[@donnyhawk662]

That's bullshit! He wad a gifted that immediately surrounded himself with the corrupt MN establishment politicians who helped get hi. In. He fooled many lo info voters

[@EricWeberGoogle]

A joke right…. totally bought and paid for !

[@nifflofair6685]

.....and label,ed a conspiracy theorists.

[@jedswenson5667]

Jessie was not a politician he took his job seriously and told the truth. He was crucified by the press and he gave money back in tax refunds. A rare breed today.

[@MR-uc2jw]

I can hear this man talk all day. Much respect.

[@destrokincaid6318]

Hey , wasn't he just friggin awesome in "the running man"?

[@Jammer411]

BEST REAL HONEST GUEST INTERVIEW IVE EVER WATCHED. THE ENTIRE VIDEO WATCHED. JESSE the Body Ventura for US President

[@user-it1hc9nn8i]

After TRUMP we need Jesse Ventura for president.A double whammy to get things straight.

[@petdemrabbits5103]

"Would you like to be president?" "No, not particularly." "Maximus, that is why it must be you!"

[@PatrickHawks-dc9zs]

I'm a 57 yr.old male from NE OHIO.I have been working since I was 12.NEVER have I been unemployed.Never collected unemployment benefits.Still working .Mr.Ventura is a man of substance and great honor.Thank you for your Service. Keep up breaking balls on the ones who deserve it.National Treasure best describes this man! We need more like him. Patrick

[@chestyp0311]

Mr. Ventura collected unemployment, you must be a better man than him

[@TimOlsen66]

I was apolitical growing up and as a young adult in Minnesota, but still a liberal by default, so to speak. Jesse was the one who woke me up when he ran for and became governor. Since then I've met and worked with Mr. Ventura on two separate occasions. He is a man of honor and integrity and is everything he exemplifies in his interviews. When you can have a casual and honest conversation- even in passing- with someone you relate with, you can shake a man's hand and look one another in the eye and know exactly who you are dealing with. I pray that we can all take something from Mr. Ventura out into this world today and do what is right to restore the once sacred ideals of the American spirit for our children and a hopeful future.

[@psycho6542]

Integrity, gettin hard to find these days

[@TimOlsen66]

@@psycho6542 That, and slew of other morals.

[@paulvamos7319]

​@@TimOlsen66😢 Like respect!

[@anthonymarquez2035]

Well said………🤔

[@warfarenotwarfair5655]

An adult that is a "liberal" is a special kind of stupid 🤣

[@thomasassim-ita1787]

Mr Ventura, you're a great human being and many thanks for your service to humanity. I loved you yesterday as a kid and even more today. You were my idol in the WWF then and you remain indelible in my heart

[@Chapaveli5959]

"He never owned a cellphone!" Thats great man 😂😂😂

[@alanconlan8337]

Jessie Ventura is a gem. He shows there's still hope for America.

[@steglash4045]

OK Booster

[@QueerdoLoc]

America is in the white man who is now the minority

[@sawtoothbygeorge]

Personally, I don't believe there is any hope for America, America has been sold off to the highest bidder. There will not be any recovery only a steep decline, in my opinion.

[@NjJfjr]

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[@manicminer7840]

Agree. I can truly say that he survived Predator too. And very well so... But, still there 's hope everywhere if you know how, where, why Whome, to look. Thank you

[@SlyGuy2000]

How did I miss this interview... I just found it today! Jesse Ventura is amazing! He has no fear, and tells it to you straight. We need more like him.

[@lindacovington8246]

DITTO ~ JESSE VENTURA FOR PRESIDENT 2024 ~ I NEVER REALLY SAW THE REAL MAN ~ WHAT AN AMAZING INTERVIEW, HOPE IT GOES 🌐 VIRTUAL 🌎...

[@augustsnowfall5189]

@@lindacovington8246Well it’s made it to my tablet in Australia 🇦🇺, doesn’t count for much as far as voting goes obviously, but I already knew of JV and it’s been a cracker of an interview!

[@SlickDonaldRichard-rk94]

@@lindacovington8246 NOthing against Jesse, but Bring back The Donald J. Trump. It'll be better for everybody this time around. 2024 or sooner...

[@TheGingerPops1]

I watch/listen to it every year and share it to others. Amazing

[@BraveNewUs]

Yeah told you all to wear a diaper on your face and to get the clot shot

[@platinumgnome3887]

As a person i love this guy , ive never meet him but he has done so much in his life and still comes off as humble . He went from wrestling to movies before hogan , was a navy seal before the rank had a name , was a successful governor and was on awesome tv shows . The man is the definition of the American dream.

[@DanWalterTradeview]

Great interview. Gives me a chance to express my appreciation. My parents met in WWII. Dad was in heavy combat. Mom was a nurse. That's how they met.

[@robertcoggeshall3071]

Crazy- same as mine. Nurse for mom, navy for dad.

[@Keith-vq3ob]

Jesse has always seemed to be an honest, straight shooter when it comes to his ideology, opinions, world affairs, and patriotism. You have to admire him for his common sense, questioning and analytical mind and someone who speaks his viewpoint. We need more people like him.

[@virgilkirschner5717]

I would love to hear people address Mr Ventura as Mr President.

[@logosfocus]

a president is not the answer to the real problems @hand, respectfully.. we need heros not more villains, and that takes courage and wisdom and honour.. glory is our creators

[@elonever.2.071]

@@logosfocus Agreed. Our problems will be solved at the grassroots level.

[@kennethhacker3014]

Politicians make me sick to my stomach but i would vote for this man again ..love jesse ...

[@MooseBme]

.(: 'cause; he's not a "polotician," he does polotics ;).

[@ronmckay9037]

write his name on your vote for president he said he didn't want to be governor and he said he didn't want to be president doesn't mean he wouldn't take the job if elected

[@ronmckay9037]

politics is a whore after all@@MooseBme

[@bidenblows24_7]

Then you should be sick to death of what Biden and the DemonRATS are doing to this country!!!!!

[@Ms0426]

Yes, this man would have my vote!

[@sungirl9951]

i love when he said “their suits won’t have enough room for all their patches “ 😂

[@Ggirl1990]

Great interview!! I didn’t know Jesse Venturas story ! Loved Venturas story, his nature, & I like him!! Honor, truth, heart & respect Jesse Ventura!! Thoroughly enjoyed this!!!

[@mathewhulbert1]

What a life this man has led. Navy Seal. Wrestler. Actor. Talk Radio host. Mayor. Governor. TV presenter. Author. Husband. Father. It's really no wonder he has so many wonderful stories. I wish the governor a long and happy life.

[@Thunderchild-gz4gc]

He was never a Navy Seal

[@barbarian1111]

​@@Thunderchild-gz4gcHe served in the Navy for six years - four on active duty, two in the Naval Reserves - and he is a Vietnam veteran. While on active duty, he was a member of Underwater Demolition (SEAL) Team 12.

[@youjackass]

​​@@barbarian1111he was NEVER a SEAL, he did not complete the "s" in buds and he NEVER stepped foot in Vietnam. Facts

[@barbarian1111]

@youjackass I get it! Lol misinformation runs rapidly these days, I understand we don't know what to believe anymore. It's a friggn shame honestly.

[@Thunderchild-gz4gc]

​@@barbarian1111cut copy paste. UDT and Seals were combined in 1983. Jesse never completed the full Navy Seal training on top of his UDT training. He was never in Vietnam either. Lies about that endless.

[@mikebland4935]

As a fellow Navy man and only 7 days younger, I thank you for your service to our Country Brother. ..Agree or Diagree, I love Jesse Ventura. Alway enjoy his point of view and his stories.

[@51MontyPython]

@@steglash4045 "Booster?" .....lol

[@richardlawson6787]

And may i say thank you for your service also!

[@rhondanolen2223]

I like the way he talks

[@mikebland4935]

@@rhondanolen2223 Him being from Minnesota, he does have that northern accent.

[@ahmedp8009]

One of the BEST interviews I have ever watched! The man is genuine! you cannot be more genuine than this! Straight forward, right to the point, no BS! Amazing

[@sandykatz5401]

Alas a few grains of hope to save US & US but hope alone may not be enough many other great hope full civilizations are not a true even mentioned in history books they are totally lost and forgotten that may be our course let's stop watching stupidity and get men & woman to follow Jessie Ventura as a example of being a true patriot!

[@Jagg61]

My wife was born and raised in Minnesota. For a few years she was a photo journalist at a small town paper. One of her favorite memories is interviewing Jesse Ventura when he was governor. She rode about 30 miles on his buss. She stepped off the bus first . By that time. Cbs,nbc,abc and all the networks had cameras up and rolling.

[@drmerrymcintyre]

I recently moved back to Minneapolis after being away for 25 years. However, I lived here during the governor’s race. Jesse had my vote from the get go. The debate with his two opponents was epic. He skewered them! Jesse is a truly authentic honest man who is not for sale. Thanks, Jesse!!!

[@danblekeberg2470]

I was in Minnesota when he was elected. After 4 years, I questioned why I voted for him. So did everyone else I talked to.

[@asielmilian38]

@@danblekeberg2470 did you got your answer?

[@artearnativehomestead7384]

As it turns out Jesse Ventura was the best governor Minneapolis ever had!

[@rickreese5794]

How’s da African illegals doin ? 🤡🌎🥵💯😩🤷🏿‍♂️

[@Thunderchild-gz4gc]

​@artearnativehomestead7384 nope. Inheriting a surplus and leaving a deficit isn't good

[@jiffy59]

This is probably the greatest interview I have seen in a long time Jesse Ventura for president He's men of honor thanks for sharing this video!

[@steglash4045]

OK Booster

[@mohawksteel2215]

a no bullshit guy

[@mouthofthesouth4267]

Chronic fatigue syndrome IS REAL! Thank you sir! I've been told it's all in my head so many times😢

[@Jupex]

His talk about two-party system and how it's corrupt is spot on. Not allowing third parties to debate just makes it more clear.

[@richardplante1229]

Jesse is 72; notice how he carry's himself. Sharp as a tack and full of life. Way to go Jesse. You're the man and an amazing example for all men to follow. Principled to the end.

[@SacGeoTV]

You’re a dumb kid if you think 72 is old

[@TrueIndie88]

A true man and patriotic American. What a great interview.

[@WilliamsWrestlin]

Jesse Ventura describing Fidel Castro's handshake looks like something Cosmo Kramer would do in Seinfeld 😂 the same exact motion and everything

[@juliandancingshadow4959]

Only 20 minutes into this and this is one of the most interviews I've ever watched. I remember him from the wrestling daze. I remember him when he was governor and what he did. This is what I call a true red-blooded American and a true patriot.

[@AdvancedDarkness]

oh hey charles

[@strayedarticle2838]

He was great in The Running Man and Predator. He would be a great president because the MIC wouldn't be able to push him around.

[@thebluetarp]

I really wish Donald Trump would pick Jesse Ventura as his VP running mate

[@jerrycoleman882]

Exactly, I didn't last 5 minutes!

[@dharma6902]

​​​@@jerrycoleman882Guess it takes a brain to watch and understand this. And of course not being a sheep. The thing save the Queenman.

[@joebondo2422]

I’m speechless. Absolutely amazing interview. Jesse is candid, no sugarcoating whatsoever. One of the very few people left who, when in the limelight, will tell it how it really is.

[@anthonymarquez2035]

This was an absolutely great interview! Well done congratulations….. Jesse Ventura, who is a true American hero to me🤔❤️

[@destrokincaid6318]

I remember watching Jesse on WWF back in the 80s...he was always awesome! A great human being, and there aren't many but Mr. Ventura is!

[@yntrome8414]

Mr. Ventura. Shock the world again and run for President.

[@dinahcharles6030]

They will kill him

[@The_Bigot]

@@dinahcharles6030He ain’t got time to bleed.

[@johnjackson8561]

Camacho Ventura!🤣♥️

[@tomstoob]

Jesse knows it would be futile even if he ran and won the Presidency. America is run by and for oligarchs - if you are a man of the common people as Jesse is, you'll get squashed and rubbed out as JFK was in 1963. Almost ALL US presidents since LBJ have been not much more than PR men for the real powers behind US politics - they run the country - not these puppet Presidents like Biden and Trump.

[@spaceindian3769]

President Ventura Vice president celente That's the ticket!

[@scottbaker7104]

I have nothing but love for this man. Pure Bad Ass Legend

[@richardgogan655]

Talk about an honest guy-----former Navy seal, pro wrestler,,governor of Minnesota governor, and a geopolitics expert, and although meeting Castro with polar opposite poltical views both had serious respect for each others integrity -----amazing !!

[@paulbillingham6769]

So refreshing to see an interviewer without an agenda, just bloody good questions answered honestly by a man without a reason to hide from any of them.

[@jenfern4554]

One of my favorite statesman, patriot, Governor EVER!❤

[@huiz39]

Man it's so refreshing listening to jesse. I never miss an interview or speech or his. Need leaders like him.

[@gigiturcotte-fp6ne]

It's a pleasure to hear your story! YOU ARE A GREAT MAN AND HERO! SIR, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!❤

[@willienieves6622]

That's a Hero!!! Great interview!👍🏽✊🏽

[@jayclarke6671]

Jesse is one of the few Americans I really admire nowadays. He's so cool and down to earth and a practical genius.

[@jarrettthomas4865]

He has a lot to admire, but his TDS really shows. And the fact that he keeps getting boosters tells you he’s not as smart as we/he thinks

[@jayclarke6671]

@@jarrettthomas4865 I must have missed something.what is TDS?

[@fearlessjoebanzai]

​@@jayclarke6671, Trump derangement syndrome.

[@fearlessjoebanzai]

@@vicegrip1049, Chris Kyle treated her waaay worse. What a chimp he was.

[@demonx3432]

​@vicegrip1049 the way Chris Kyle made that story up and ruined Ventura's reputation was ugly and without class.

[@debras1503]

Jessie, I’m 63 and I was rooting for you in the 90s…you are truly an gem and Thank You for your SERVICE SIR!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@bannedone3ice138]

JESSE VENTURA is a hero in and out. I believe you’re privileged to have rooted for him. At his age, he still makes sense in each and every sentence that comes out of him. A honourable man.

[@jugghead-1975]

​@@bannedone3ice138Well said and damn right ✌️

[@Jeff-sp7bg]

Jesse*

[@pamm8608]

I'm only 18 minutes in and I am liking this guy! Never paid attention before.

[@virgil81nz]

This is an outstanding interview. What a first class human being Jessie Ventura is. Jessie Ventura truly is a man's man.

[@quorthonthegreat5649]

A true man of conviction and honor. He focuses on the things that truly matter. He has this Canadian veterans respect.

[@cliffordbowman6777]

A few years ago you people hated him.

[@quorthonthegreat5649]

@@cliffordbowman6777 what do you mean, you people? We're all different and cannot be judged by the words, actions of others.

[@bigwoody4704]

@@quorthonthegreat5649 dude is painting with a wide brush

[@Robert-nu4vc]

@@cliffordbowman6777 who hated him? Name names.

[@GrandMasterKai]

yeah it was against Joe bidens party the democrats as they love wars

[@RuthBonner]

I have loved Jesse since he was a wrestler. He is smart, has common sense, and is a truly good American. Run Jesse RUN!!!!!!

[@Coywolfie]

I totally agree, he will truly restore America!

[@mrs.dawnbroylesiii4904]

Very true. I love Jessie.

[@slammajamma5435]

Jesse Ventura, is a proud American and he’s a truth teller. High praise for an honourable man.

[@mrs.dawnbroylesiii4904]

@@slammajamma5435 Yes, I agree.

[@D33Lux]

He would make a great president, but I would fear for his safety. There are nefarious people running this world.

[@susanfurman]

Mr.Jesse Ventura,nothing but respect for this man. Thank you,sir for your service. May GOD bless you and yours.

[@chemismokebender1362]

Wish the interview was longer

[@realshompa]

As a kid, I learned English by listening to Jesse. His attitude impacted my life "Tell it like it is".

[@lorenheard2561]

🤗💖🕊️☘️💯Happy For You!! What A Neat Share!!!😊🤙👍

[@delmiller7572]

Loved this interview. Jesse has been awake his whole life.

[@genevieve-gh3lp]

A True

[@sungirl9951]

refreshingly honest and that’s why you can listen to him forever. I enjoyed this interview very much!

[@Gerroditus]

This man has been my hero since I was 17 and when he ran for Govenor I was elated, doubtful, because I didn't think an independent would be allowed to win, but definitely elated. He restored my faith in the system, never made me less cynical, but restored my basic faith, that it could happen. If Jessie ever runs for President I'll fire up my wheelchair and move back to work on his campaign, at least until its over. I love it here (Vienna Austria), it has problems but is more like the America I grew up in than America could ever be today, but fir Jessie, I'd move until he they either shot him down or he took office.

[@minomokwa744]

Jesse Ventura a rare specimen of an honourable, decent, intelligent man. A specimen we need more much more to make a better world. God bless Jesse.

[@gardensofthegods]

I always thought that also except that when it came to the shot he actually went along with it and said the government should pay people to take it but in earlier times he would have been totally against that needle

[@rickygapinski9059]

Amen

[@johnmcfarland1910]

Jesse don't believe in a god. He believes in the great spirit.

[@dannyhudson9659]

He needs to run for president

[@brian7333]

Oh please. A decent run as governor of Minnesota in the '90's doesn't change the fact he's an atheist who says Election 2020 was fair. He's a quack if you examine him!

[@j5001bcd]

I dig Jesse Ventura. This was an enjoyable interview ...good concise questions, and gave him tons of room to answer comfortably. Real!

[@BigAmp]

Fascinating man - excellent interview. I hope the Jesse Ventura story is not yet over.

[@Al-Gorithm]

Loving this. Will revisit later

[@dln7527]

A man of truth. Isn't it refreshing to see someone speak the truth without fear? I wish all people in politics would speak with such clarity and no double speak. Hopefully one day Jesse Ventura decides to run for President and we can get behind a true honest candidate. Thank you Jesse Ventura!

[@chopperchopper1418]

He said he's an atheist , then what happened in war was between him n God 😆. But I love the dude, I've met him .

[@markiobook8639]

He's the American we all looked up to. Truth, whoever hates it, be damned.

[@ajhproductions2347]

He is a man of truth, that’s why he lives in the BAJA

[@michaelzissaleblanc1859]

But we need him he would win the presidency if he ran. Just from the truth alone.

[@theonlyonestanding8079]

He would be a puppet...Only the Ultra Rich is running the country

[@rudething4u]

Jesse the body Ventura a mayor, a governor a big time wrestler a 911 truther, a patch wearing Mongol from the notorious biker club, a navy seal, a vietnam veteran a man of integrity, courage, honor, a movie star, he is the real seal.

[@bogusmogus9551]

Is it true that the Mongols are still banned from wearing their colors? Is that contradictory to the bill of rights?

[@rudething4u]

@bogusmogus9551 all that happened after Jesse moved on to fight the power.

[@Modsbymarge]

Hey buddy, you forgot to mention jesse is vaxxed, pushes the vaxx & said people should be forced to be vaxxed!!!!! Never saw combat, fake wrestler, who fled america after he got knocked out in a bar by an army sniper!!!!!

[@virgilwhatley4185]

His episode exposing the targeted individuals programs didn't win him any favors. It was a HEROic act. Gotta love his spirit.

[@samsmom400]

He graduated from the UDT program, he's not a SEAL. He spent 6 years in the Navy during the Vietnam War and never saw combat, that's special. Unusual. Highly unusual.

[@louisemckinney1021]

Jessie Ventura, your an incredible and amazing man I used to watch wrestling a long time ago mind you I'm in my 50s now and I know that you and my uncle are friends when you and him did a show together about investigation on things that had to do with the way the government handled things so I watched and learned a lot from that and like I said before your an incredible amazing man and I love how you explain things and how you can add humor to it and your a solid person in my opinion !! So thank you for being you!! Be well and keep being yourself and it was a great joy to listen to you and your interview and learn a bit more about your own life .!! THANKYOU for taking the time to let us learn more about you!!! Sincerely a long time fan!!!! ❤️ 🍁🇨🇦🍁💔✝️🛐🙏💝💯👍👏👏👏👏👏👏💪🧠💞

[@RealMistyRose]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEW‼️‼️‼️ JESSE VENTURA IMO IS A NATIONAL TREASURE‼️ 1 OF A KIND MADE IN AMERICA WARRIOR & FIGHTER & CHAMPION O FOR TRUE HUMANITY‼️ It's just too bad he's off the grid. I would love to send him messages of appreciation for having gotten so much joy AND knowledge even from seeing & hearing him and his life's experiences. Just awesome 💯🙏💖💪🇺🇲🤍

[@zuhirgazawneh7289]

This man is the most honorable man that ever held a political office in the history of America. Love u sir n everything u stand for .

[@Bobkanada]

Holy shit. I am canadian, but, I would surely vote for this guy!!! And america should pay close attention! This would surely bring back order and unity in your country. And lively politics. Go for it America!

[@SHARON.I]

People here don't want someone who is as logical in this country. People are too stupid to understand what he's about. He loves his country

[@glf2424]

That's why they would smear him and make up fake charges to keep him courts fighting and if that didn't work they would assassinate him, just like that have done to others. It's an evil time we live in and our country has been take over.

[@Akiro369]

Great interview !

[@marknichols603]

Fantastic interview, I just subscribed !! Great job !! Mark

[@JeffReams]

Man I love Jesse Ventura. I wish more people were like him in the government but people with the conscience usually don’t run for office.

[@eilenekellogg-ki2br]

Or they assonated.

[@recieve.believe3344]

We do have RFK Jr. with a conscious running for office.

[@DennisTedder-wj5ln]

Has been

[@markiobook8639]

The are reasons for that. GITMO seems like quite a deterrent.

[@christopherm5958]

Totally agree

[@floygrace6559]

Jesse is the blueprint of a real man. He's a survivor. I can see him surviving and flourushing in any country and century. A lot of people are intimidated by a man, or woman, who knows who they are, and is true to themselves. Respect to Jesse.👍💖

[@michael-4k4000]

He's married man honey!

[@floygrace6559]

@@michael-4k4000 so am I, honey, also to a real man.

[@theoriginaldazza]

Jesse is dressed as my father. Classic cut jeans, white mall walkers and probably a brown or black belt with the t-shirt tucked in. He was Navy and a hardass too.

[@ronaldbohan2720]

The best interview with The body Jesse. I worked out at his gym for three years I always liked him he was always a interesting guy to workout around Good humor and respectful. John Stud was also a super nice guy. Jesse encouraged me to compete in my first bodybuilding competition in 1980 . And today I’m still training at 63 years of age.

[@kapnk066]

That's crazy, I competed in my first competition, the 1980 minnesota bodybuilding Championships. We likely crossed paths. Never knew jesse (Jim Janos) personally, but ran into him, wife and firstborn son once. Plus he held lots of lifting records at the same Jr. College I attended.

[@seanboyize]

Hearing Jesse Ventura talk about how much he loves his wife and how much he lit up talking about her was really touching. He is so committed to his lady. Then for him to start steering off topic towards being paranoid of drones striking him is so Jesse Ventura. Just a roller coaster of a man.

[@nonyabisness-cg7mf]

He had every right to be afraid of drones. You’re not aware of Obama and Hillary literally watching drone pilots kill civilians in the Middle East. A group of people were standing around socializing. They were after one or two of them but essentially took out a group of twelve or fifteen. Children and fathers. We’re a long way from that back in 2010. A long way. Technology has exploded, trust me.

[@user-wq3ty4uj1p]

He is not paranoid, he is a realist

[@seanboyize]

@@user-wq3ty4uj1p it’s unfortunate that’s not beyond the realm of possibility and that’s a concern for him. I love Ventura and have nothing but respect for the guy. As much as he’s there butt of a lot of jokes; it is impressive how healthy he is at his age.

[@Wesmancan]

Thats the way every marriage is suppose to be. Where are you from.

[@user-wq3ty4uj1p]

@@Wesmancan none of yer business

[@Hovermaster]

Great interview. Good questions

[@DaveGreeneramblingcarpenter]

I love listening to jesse, reminds me of a time when straight talking real people were held in high esteem

[@johngoldsworthy7135]

Agreed. Bygone era. It will come back when more people realize the emptiness that has been left

[@quickdeuce]

Hear hear to that. Jesse always said what he thought.

[@lindazuba]

A lot of people have no idea that that kind of genuineness was the norm but the bulk of the people for what about 50 or 70 years?

[@skylershank9309]

The interviewer gets a major part of the credit for this interesting interview. Jesse has led an amazing life. Kudos!

[@Baldmelon]

Surprisingly Jesse almost let him complete sentences

[@everydaydubs1713]

35:05- "if you'll die for someone you'll lie for them" That breaks his own argument! As a navy vet myself, my HONOR dictated that I die for someone if need be. That same HONOR kept me from lying for them. Jesse essentially says he would lie for those he would die for. And that if you lie you have no honor. Jesse lost his honor with that series of statments... he's telling us without telling us that if it was one of his guys saying they punched Chris Kyle, Jesse would lie for his buddy, too!

[@iam1smiley1]

I woke up to thus playing on my headphones and thought it was an excellent interview 😊

[@krmodels]

That was a brilliant interview of a man who has had an amazing life, most of which I thought that I knew, but then found out that I had not known. Jesse Ventura really was and is the genuine article. Great interview Graham Bensinger. Thank you

[@theonlyonestanding8079]

Big strong guys sometime have that ability and he's smart

[@RickyRay-do9cp]

Great interview! The candor and honesty unpolished and raw.

[@SadisticPicker]

You sir are a great american patriot. Thank you for years of service!!

[@troyh4348]

Great interview! Jesse Ventura is a honorable man.

[@whatutalkinboutwillis6122]

One of the few interviews I’ve watched in it’s entirety. Ventura is always fascinating.

[@Rockkeith]

What a fantastic and respectful interview with such an honest, loyal, kind man that Jesse Ventura is..

[@ampmgordon]

Jesse represents the Minnesota we all used to know. I have so much respect for you, Jesse.

[@CaseyBerard-qv6bi]

Yeah it’s history now gone

[@E.C.2]

Was he a good Governor?

[@euanewen5555]

2015 interview,dont even know why this came up on my feed. Hoping it was a recent one. Love JV

[@jameslong4929]

Awesome interview with an awesome guest. 👍

[@NewYorkGiant518]

Hands down one of the best interviews I've ever seen. Graham definitely did his homework and asked 68 minutes full of amazing questions. I used to enjoy Jesse Ventura in the early days of wrestling, and also when he was on RT. I learned a lot about him today. He's a true patriot and a man of his convictions. Thank you for that.

[@kennethmcintosh5545]

Great interview Jesse. A true champion forever

[@Thegrassman284]

That’s the kind of personality that needs to be the leader!

[@Mr.frag-out]

Jesse ventures is a hero to us and a national treasure just as Muhammad Ali is.

[@MrTJohnston]

I have the utmost respect for this man. Thank you for this gem of an interview

[@Cenot4ph]

This guy is a legend, always good to hear his analysis