Luis Chaparro - Inside Cartel Drug Operations | SRS

[@luischaparro]

It was a pleasure to be on your show. Im hoping to keep bringing more interesting stories that are affecting us both in the US and Mexico.

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Thank you for the great conversation brother. You are always welcome anytime. Be safe!

[@vicdiaz5180]

Luis, Gracías por tu Información en este video. Cuidate bíen hermano. ❤️🇺🇸💪🏾

[@steviewaller3469]

Best show on KZbin…

[@vicdiaz5180]

@@steviewaller3469 agree!

[@luischaparro]

@@vicdiaz5180 Mil gracias por escuchar! Espero traer más en mi canal y desde luego con el grande Shawn!

[@grantstevens8099]

Shawn Ryan is starting to become the only voice I trust in the "news/media". And that's because he's neither. He's just a truth teller. Keep up the awesome work, Shawn.

[@getmoney4481]

Sheeesh sucks 4 you

[@canvas11xD]

True, his guess give a great explanation of what happened. He doesn’t edit for click bait

[@wildcat8598]

His one of the few but we’ve gotta few truth tellers/seekers out there. But it’s literally all independent folks. The mainstream media both news and social are all BS that’s spewed by bias a long paid for puppets. Hell just look at who owns all the main media corporations.

[@KM_1983]

Infowars for the truth. Listening for 8 years. He is right 95 - 98 % of the time. He always has the proof. Even the crap that sounds crazy...

[@kevinsierra482]

Check out the drinking bros podcast, a different vibe but with great guests and knowledgeable like Shawn

[@HulkSmash08.]

To be honest. As a Mexican, I can tell you that the best thing to do here is to have both EdCalderon and this gentlemen on the show on together that way you can get both perspectives because Ed can tie in all the stuff he is talking about

[@thebaps1143]

Yea! Great idea! I love listening to Ed. But he’s kept his nose clean where this guy has gone to some of the darker regions.

[@Blader91X]

Don't forget they both work on different spheres, one is being a sheriff in a standoff, the other one is just painting the event happening

[@andygrant9733]

Let's have more of this stuff Ryan. Hooya.

[@luischaparro]

I can't wait to have that chat with Ed, we are thinking of something during this month on my KZbin Channel.

[@The_Osprey]

@@thebaps1143 As far as you know.

[@nicknack8459]

Love these long-format interviews with people behind the scenes dealing with Cartels. The American Media barely scratches the surface of these stories, so thank you for your service!

[@briant7652]

This is like the new 60 Minutes. I get informed about issues I care about, without any non-sense.

[@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji]

Agree 🍃🌺🍃

[@WoodysSteakHouse]

Way better than 60 minutes.

[@watchmestress4182]

My attention span is not normally this long but he was an absolutely fascinating guest. Brave man and Great Show

[@JamesonsTravels]

Amazing interview.

[@Almosteasyese]

Good to see you here !

[@donaldbarton6701]

Hey there buddy I was just watching your new stuff from odins men

[@hailtothe_rooster1572]

As a border resident that doesn’t do much social media this is something I wish folks would have heard over a decade ago. I know how shady the DEA operated when I worked the border. China has a hand in the mining industry, even with locals being armed by them to push back in their mining areas…. So much going on. This ones gonna be good

[@anthonymelendez333]

This story has been public for a while! With the autodefensas being backed by China coming out but no one cares

[@hailtothe_rooster1572]

@@anthonymelendez333 of course people like you and I that pay attention know it as old news but this episode should help push the truth here in the United States

[@koopspook]

@@anthonymelendez333 misconception that all autodefensas were backed by china, not to mention there were different regions with their own autodefensas spanning all the way to guanajuato, and groups misrepresented as autodefensas as well

[@christopherchristofonovich3131]

@@anthonymelendez333 Why would China back Valverde and them etc. ? For funding for their self defense opps? I have not watched the interview yeat.

[@ashtonolds5690]

The CIA & DEA have been caught with coke on their planes multiple times, in different countries when they go down. This isn’t new news lol. How do you think they armed the Contras? Cocaine money

[@chicosingaming2735]

From someone born and raised in El Paso and Juarez thank you both for shedding the light and showing the truth. Great job

[@elite270]

At certain times, I can actually see Shawn's brain connecting the dots and relating someone's story to his experiences. It's really cool to see.

[@fireteamomega2343]

He's using what he learned... watching body language tone speech patterns making mental notes determining a personality baseline and developing questions to ascertain what is intention and truth. Subtle and blended with giving an interview but I can still see it. I'll give it to the spooks they give some decent psychological training.

[@jakemitchell1671]

@@fireteamomega2343 WTH??? LOL...where did you get your talents for reading minds? "...watching body language tone speech patterns making mental notes determining a personality baseline...." Dude....speaking in riddles might make you feel intelligent, but unless you can communicate something meaningful...STFU.

[@perculated7666]

@@fireteamomega2343 wish I could learn all that.

[@fireteamomega2343]

@@perculated7666 Study psychology and train yourself to ask yourself what does this person want and what do they want from me why are they saying what they are saying or doing what they are doing. Then it's usually just how you want to progress agreeable or not watching for signs are they nervous calm does their demeanor change odd twitch ect. and then being ready for what you determined as an outcome. Most people don't mask intentions very well but sometimes you'll run into someone who knows what they are doing and are very good at hiding things. It's often the too good to be true scenario when you might start thinking they are golden and beholden. Considering these things are a very good place to start.

[@fireteamomega2343]

@@perculated7666 Or you can join the CIA or Army (Green Beret) and they will train you in all of this and more. CIA loves Beret recruits because they already know most of what they need.

[@M4tt925]

Another great one, Shawn. Wish every American could watch this.

[@godzeus9702]

Share with your family, friends and tell them to share. The world needs to know about corruption. It is like a cancer and it spreads fast.

[@christopherchristofonovich3131]

Why should every american see this? To prove dea has had some fuckups? What to gain?

[@M4tt925]

@@christopherchristofonovich3131 Great question. It’s important to know what your government is doing. While they tell the public on the news how guns are unnecessary for citizens to own and how the Taliban is now a peaceful ally, they send pallets of money to anti-American regimes (see: Iran) and trade firearms and other weaponry with international criminal organizations. I don’t know about you, but it’s hard to take anyone seriously who do blatantly disregards their own word then proceeds to enforce it on their subjects at gun point. I would imagine this is only the tip of the iceberg, and we will likely be blown away by what we learn [is going on currently] decades from now.

[@christopherchristofonovich3131]

@@M4tt925 I am yet to hear many claim the Tali-lames are a peaceful ally. I do however hear the hopes that they have changed face since there is no longer American protection for the Afghan people. But all in all people would be mad if the troops stayed or left so it is a lose Lose lMO. Evacuation handled wrong obviously . WHat IRAn by the way please don't talk about Obamas eff ups.

[@davidspence8866]

As the chief bodyguard for a American / Mexican Corporation these videos help me show new bodyguards exactly how real the threat is

[@texasgirl8674]

What a ride in this one too! Thank you Luis Chaparro! Eye opener for sure! Thank you Shawn for always giving us something to learn.

[@701Ranger]

Shawn Ryan for president.

[@natalieellett9984]

I reckon he couldn’t think of anything worse!

[@j.j._]

Na hes too smart.

[@patricksmith2553]

Awesome, just about half way through, never heard of Luis, but I'm so glad you did this show. Everything looks and sounds great, you and your wife have done a fabulous job on the new set and it just further ups your already high game! Shawn Ryan show is the shit, in a good way of course. Thanks Shawn!

[@DevotedGamerXD]

As always your show remains to be not only one of my favorites to watch, but one of the most crucial types of information the US needs in these times. Keep up the great work, Shawn.

[@josephsilny5043]

one of the shows worth paying for Shawn Ryan is an excellent interviewer and shows heart

[@how2diy7]

Man, your editing skills are top notch. Great work on the content. These just keep getting better!

[@SouthernJaeger]

Shawn, you hit another one on the head. I can wholeheartedly agree with what was said because I agree that it’s not guns or the border or even really policy, it’s the corruption that exists within the infrastructure that is causing the problems. Another great show, and I just left a comment on iTunes the other night. Great job, buddy.

[@bm2034]

Had to pause it and comment. This is beyond amazing to listen and watch. Like anything theirs a give and take, but this goes deeper and people are not noticing the bigger picture. Thank you for sharing. now back to the interview!!!

[@jeremiepeer3595]

Absolutely love seeing these notifications come across my phone. I'm sure the Blackwater episode took awhile so I'm glad to see you cranking them out!! Keep doing that and I'll keep watching/listening!!!

[@chestercraigjr4606]

I've been binge watching these shows religiously now for about two weeks. I have to say Bro, you are an outstanding interviewer. The questions are great. the lead-ins are perfect. I find myself caught up in it like I'm watching a movie. I wish one of these outlets like Netflix or Amazon Prime would pick you up, so your show would reach more people.

[@sniper161718]

I swear this should be required watching for D.C. Pure knowledge, thanks for providing it Shawn

[@koopspook]

dc has informants informing on their informants bro

[@BostonsF1nest]

DC knows, they’re just too busy lining their pockets to give a shit about doing anything about it

[@ethanchurch4661]

My wife is from Guamuchil Sinaloa, right outside Culiacán. We go Down often. Mr Ryan you are always welcome to come down with us for a visit to see just how grey and complex this issue is that most try to make into a black and white situation. Sinaloa it’s self is a great place to visit, not only Narcos live there but also a lot of good people.

[@jbizzle2232]

Sinaloa is a narcostate dont let it fool you, its safe as long as you have no part in the narco world

[@detroit313vlogs7]

Thanks for doing stories like this Sean. Much appreciated. The corruption goes deeper then most think. Not only in Mexico , but here in America. Much deeper then anyone can imagine.

[@AngelSanchez-re7th]

One world government

[@godzeus9702]

I can imagine and the corruption exists and most people have been naive about it. Or are too busy watching some B.S. show on television. Share it with your family and friends. Corruption is getting worse like cancer.

[@grimmwolf9690]

I wouldn't be surprised if biden takes money from china to keep the border open so the drugs can get through.

[@shaneodwyer6132]

The role of the C.I.A. in this chaos going way back to the 70s has been kept very quiet, but they have been involved since the very early days... Even the death of Kiki Camarena

[@shaneodwyer6132]

@@grimmwolf9690 That's ridiculous. Don't forget all the exclusive contracts Ivanka got in China after daddy became president, as well the secret bank account they discovered belonging to Diaper Don. Money is the ONLY thing that matters to most politicians so it's feckless to accuse 1side while conveniently ignoring your own. 90% of em are dirty.

[@happinesshotel5375]

Shawn Ryan show, mike drop, jocko podcast, combat story, cleared hot. These are some of the best shows around right now. Better than television!

[@codymarquez4552]

tnq - team never quit needs to be on that list as well.

[@brios816]

I used to listen to Jocko until he spoke highly of the rock better know as the WOK Chyna lover.

[@BostonsF1nest]

The story of El Mayo and El Vencintillo, his son, is absolutely fascinating. I’m surprised more ppl don’t know about it. Vincent met with the DEA to give info leading to the arrest of an opposing cartel and after he left the hotel meeting with the DEA, was arrested by Mexican police then extradited to the US. The US wanted him to flip on El Mayo but after talking with his father, decided to flip on El Chapo instead. He was the lead cooperating witness in El Chapo’s trial. After serving some time, Vincentillo joined witness protection in the US, which is crazy because his father El Mayo is probably the top guy on the FBI and DEA’s most wanted list. A lot of ppl now tho believe that he is back working with the Sinaloa Cartel and back under his father. Edit: I didn’t realize he was going to talk about this on the podcast lol. Still really interesting. Netflix has a show called “Drug Lords” and the episode about El Mayo covers all of this.

[@robertoflores4546]

A lot know about El Mayo my friend. Just not as many who watch this channel. Lol

[@BostonsF1nest]

@@robertoflores4546 yea now they know about El Mayo after watching Narcos on Netflix

[@mustangmondzuik]

u got .majority of that right but some facts def wrong

[@justnashp2293]

This was a great story and gives a different look into the "street" side of cartels. Really well done.

[@Millenialsbudget]

Luis is one of the best investigative reporters in Mexico. Great show!!

[@F1JFX]

Keep 'em coming, Shawn! Just finished the Eddie Gallagher and Mike Glover episodes (I'm listening to them in random order) and they were amazing!

[@stevelewis2444]

I live in Australia and absolutely can't wait for the next episode...keep up the great work and content...amazing!

[@romeowhiskeylima556]

Shawn and V elite crew, awesome job!

[@a_soldierz_genetics]

You gotta admit, his grade school friend had his back. You have one hell of a channel, Shawn. Stay safe out there battle🤙

[@JoseReyesz]

We need more of these, some people don’t understand the cartels and don’t realize how much power they have. Not to mention they’re just a couple hours away.

[@patricksmith2553]

Yeah like people don't understand El Chapo wasn't and never was the head of the Sinaloa Cartel, the old man is and always has been! So when Luis was talking about them grabbing so called "King Pin's," who were not actual leader's, it made me think of both El Chapo and actually Afghanistan. We had a program in Afghanistan where we paid locals to hand us over "terrorists" and we soon found out the hard way that they were often just guys that the people didn't like! LOL, not funny for them, but kinda funny now thinking about how bad that was. We were sending some of these "terrorists" to God knows where, "Black Sites," horrible prisons and probably even Guantanamo Bay.

[@JoseReyesz]

@@patricksmith2553 Yeah man you wanna talk "terrorist" they're just south of us lol, actually i think they're even more dangerous. If you really dig deep you will quickly realize that the cartels aren't what is portrayed in TV, these guys are the real deal and on another level

[@patricksmith2553]

@@JoseReyesz Oh I know very well, I'm not going to publicly talk about what I do, but trust me I'm an expert on the issue. Also a former FBI leader said, "American's face a far greater threat of death at the hands of MS-13 than they do from any terrorists organization in the Middle East. D.T.O'.s definitely pose an extreme danger to the USA, in many, many ways, but mainly through fentanyl. The Cartels (usually) know better than to hurt or kill American's, especially white people. However that's in Mexico and is definitely less true here in the USA. I see first hand how the cartels work and how they infiltrate neighborhoods here in Southern California. Where I live and work, is the gang capitol of America, as far as MS-13, 18th St. and "La Eme" or Mexican Mafia. People don't realize how entrenched the Cartels are in America, even in many of the suburbs! We're constantly seeing gang wars, human smuggling with stash houses and drugs. The biggest threat right now is the quickly rising power and brutality of the CJNG or New Generation Cartel. Oh well, I could go on forever but I don't want to say too much. I would love to go on the Shawn Ryan show someday, but I don't think I could. These people are definitely taking a big risk appearing on these big shows. Props to them, but I'd be too worried for my family.

[@JoseReyesz]

@@patricksmith2553 yeah you pretty much nailed it. Being from Guanajuato I know from experience about the CJNG, Scary stuff out there

[@nickbruno1363]

Hours? They probably in your city

[@elvatosquatcho]

Cleaning my guns tonight, eating my leftover Japanese Steakhouse food from last night, and watching this podcast.. life is good 😎

[@eddiepereira9628]

@Tom Awesome keep supporting the cartels by doing your blow off stripper's asses. Its people like you that keep the demand coming and the cartels in business.Im sure Shawn thinks the same thing.

[@nicknack8459]

@@eddiepereira9628 That was a random reply comment from an obvious cokehead.

[@davidharrison881]

@@nicknack8459 lmao right? Also who tf is Tom? Did he delete his comment

[@youflaw3285]

Wish I can say the same

[@renopro3639]

Wait till you finally are able to lick your balls.A new dawn brother

[@taylorhowser6467]

The best thing about Shawn is he lets his guests talk, he doesn’t ask stupid questions and his questions normally are perfectly timed.

[@brakel8r]

For what its worth....i put you on my automatic thumbs up list... rock and roll bro

[@brandonmatus9128]

I appreciate the no bullshit real talk conversations Shawn and his guests have, another great video

[@ythagakure]

Perfect Midweek surprise! Loving the intro soundtrack! Keep up the great work. VE4L!!!

[@scowler7200]

Yeah, this show doesn't pull punches.

[@snap0179]

This was really an incredible podcast. This is really the gift of podcasting where different worlds can meet and discuss actual things that are happening in the real world rooted in factual observations. I hope Luis comes back and further discussion occurs on this topic.Thanks for hosting Shawn, very well done.

[@trentynichols007]

Thinking I made the same face as Shawn did when he was saying so the cartel just let you a...... investigative journalist into their inner circle. We both couldn't get out head around that part. Great podcast keep up the great work.

[@koopspook]

@@jamesduffy3891 you think just former military grunts become integrated into organized crime down there? You get former intel dudes as well from the military and government side, they know all about propaganda, disinfo etc etc. For example some 'self defense groups' would roll into a village to set up a checkpoint and force old dudes and local families to pose for the cameras with rifles, yes force them. On tv it looked like a local village rising up to combat crime but it was just a rival group trying to take territory from the local crime bosses and gain support of the media and the rest of the public. They play dirty all the way, its legit war tactics all around.

[@terrykelsey2472]

The added pictures were awesome. This is the best show on the Internet hands down.

[@PDYALL]

Man I remember when real news used to be this good. Great interview love the interviews you’re doing and allowing these guys to get there words out

[@sixplymaple1262]

Better than a movie! Thank you Mr. Chaparro. Thank you Mr. Ryan.

[@johncemery1969]

My only son died of fentanyl in 2015, east Boston. Been wanting to know the truth and haven’t found it until now. Thanks Mr Ryan, good interview,

[@cvgodd1432]

Sorry to hear that.. I’m in Malden and fentanyl has ravaged these areas. The Oxys became too expensive so now everyone uses fentanyl. There is no more heroin and if there is it’s very difficult to find just heroin that’s not laced with fentanyl. Once again sorry for your loss.

[@cavscout62]

I had to come back and rewatch this one Shawn because it’s just that good. Thanks for all you’re doing.

[@bannedagain1483]

Thank you for making this. Substantial and relevant interviews on actual issues. Lot of people with their heads in the sand these days.

[@kevinlogsdon5137]

This show, with the people on this show, is so freaking great.i just can't get enough. Thank you for this great show.

[@DanielThomasArgueta]

Very insightful thank you, Shawn and Luis!

[@dougshukers4658]

As an American living in Mexico, this really hit's close to home, literally. Thanks for the great interview!

[@kenmatthews7065]

Keep finding and sharing the truth. God's Speed to you both

[@FiretruykLOL]

came to watch an hour, and watched the full thing. Thank you Shawn!

[@JG54206]

Listened to this while cleaning my kitchen cabinets w Murphy’s oil at 3am. Definitely made that task cruise on by.

[@Buff_Dave_Oprtr]

Dude your SO close. Come on people,let's get him to 1 mill subs!!! Keep up the great work Shawn! 👊🇺🇸

[@rustymurdock1748]

Best show there is! Thank you for what you do!

[@juandanielzuniga4713]

Best show to listen while driving to work. 100% recommend!!

[@millacentbystander2992]

Your channel is as real as it gets. Well done. It's so easy to quickly read a journalist is your guest and think "Lame!" and move on but ... God dam...!!! We clearly don't give the credit that is beyond due to guys and gals who do what he does. It definitely made me feel like crap after I thought to give it a shot and now I won't ever make that poor judgment call again, cause dam man to see through his eyes for just a second would be enough to ruin a person much less report on all the death he has. This guy is the man ! But humble like most wish we where. One killer episode Shawn, well done, well done!

[@simonnizerontheroad]

The production value / the quality of the guests is incomparable. Absolute gold right here!

[@binhu4830]

Love the intro and editing guys. Baller

[@JayWalker-qj1kv]

New favorite podcast. Love how long each episode is. Keep this coming bro.

[@iducreyes]

Respeto @ Luis Chaparro. Must have have been a tense situation this is real journalism 100!

[@Lukas-mu2tw]

Another amazing podcast man. Really appreciate all the topics you’re bringing to light through your channel!

[@joshmajor8662]

Dammit Shawn if you hadn’t posted that quick video today I’d never of known this existed!! This and Ed’s episode are by far my 2 favorite, amazing man!! Thank you!! 👍🏼

[@ystconnection]

Awesome episode Shawn! Hearing about the cartels and the corruption in Mexico is always interesting. You’re killing it with all this sweet content!

[@jeremyv.1138]

You're content never ceases to amaze me Shawn. This is where people should be getting information not from that mainstream media bullshit.

[@hulk6631]

Awesome interview as always Shawn, keep up the great work you are a true patriot!💯💪

[@tracyleblanc5311]

Both El Calderon and Luis Chaparro have similar stories of what they have been exposed to. Yet in different roles. I see a weariness in both their eyes older than their physical age. For both conversations I had to take several days to listen, because their experiences and matter of factness (sp? word?) puts my stomach into knots. Their stories are important, content is necessary to learn / understand so we are aware of what is transpiring in our country and over the boarder. Again Shawn thank you for continuing to guide our civilian population and country the realistic and honorable way you and your brethren do. I'm so grateful for men/women in your community as you give hope to our current situation. So grateful for you all you truly don't understand what you do for us all. Gods blessings. Mr. Calderon and Chaparro please value yourselves / safety and thank you so much for enlightening us all.

[@unk702]

I would like to see Shawn Ryan on the Joe Rogan Experience. Get his side of the story. Would be interdasting indeed.

[@snaker9er]

Why go on an inferior show when he can talk whenever he wants

[@TocaprinwolfAndFriends]

Right on and much respect brother but: Joe should be on Shawn’s podcast not the other way around. But the main problem with that is I feel Shawn, Jocko, Mike, and others are the authority on a wide range of subjects that Joe has simply no experience or capacity to discourse upon other than the basic polite and generally insightful commentary he’s of course wonderful at. For the real steak dinner of discourse I prefer Shawn’s & other SEAL / RET MIL content precisely because aside from being ultra intensely interesting, it’s difficult to watch and take in, because the truth often never comes smooth or OC sugar coated. And even more importantly, they’re daring to cover the most important issues facing us RIGHT NOW. Ones that if left unsolved will bury us all. I live overseas. These guys are one of our few hopes left.

[@Jeremy-zj2jo]

Not Joe Rogan!! JOCKO!!!! Lol

[@stylin60es]

Nope.

[@RockyMountainWest13]

Check him out on the Mike Drop podcast with Mike Ritland. That’s where I heard about him. Rogan kind of sucks, jocko would be much better

[@wendylabonte9330]

I cannot get enough of your channel Shawn..."watched your 2nd show with Luis and your podcast with Ed...fantastic podcasts....these guys are so brave and intelligent...lots of good information in your podcasts.

[@joshparnow9044]

You literally have to be in a cartel to dislike this….

[@HAYAOLEONE]

or make money with drugs

[@oiitzME1266]

Or be from the dea

[@wildcat8598]

Or be from the DEA, or just someone who doesn’t want to hear truth and wants to live in a fantasy land

[@urgentadam2047]

Your commercials are really smart!! The sound engineering in the last commercial was next level creative!

[@TimKyoutube]

1:36:40 - 100% right on how nice Culican is. It is great town, clean with nice restaurants. I felt very safe there.

[@I-am-Veritas]

Lol Tim how you doing buddy? Hows the Philippines?

[@CUEN_88_]

Culiacan Sinaloa

[@seancrocker1222]

Excellent interview, I’m amazed at the level of knowledge Mr. Chaparro has. Thank you Shawn for having him on.

[@northface484]

This money flows right to the top of the Chinese Government....

[@Anonymous-ip4qx]

Not really depends what cartel Sinaloa = CIA CJNG = CCP

[@nh5083]

Ours too

[@northface484]

@@Anonymous-ip4qx LOL..My comment is over your head...

[@tylerluck3375]

Bro the chapters at the bottom are awesome for someone who is coming back to resume the podcast. Keep em coming Shaun!

[@hexacarbide268]

Keep backup copys of this interview please. Cant imagine it will last long

[@mandyc1716]

Thank you Shawn. Thank you Luis.

[@CSmothersForge]

This man is the Mexican libertarian, he wants him and his people to be left the f*ck alone from the government corruption and just to live life on peace. I respect that

[@colbystraub9502]

Thank you for getting this information out to the world Mr. Ryan.

[@Boltman47]

I'm only halfway through, but this guy is a great interview.

[@lancegiltner978]

Just about to get into the arms deal, but part of my wonders just HOW involved this guy is...I imagine there is a point of no return right? Who knows, I'm just a little suspicious. I watch his behavior closely and his responses, he's saying a lot without saying much you know? That just me.

[@Boltman47]

@@lancegiltner978 I see your point. I would say that outlaws love notoriety, especially when theres no repercussions. I also dont think Sean would let anyone on his show without doing some digging. I could be wrong as well though.

[@loakland2773]

ThanX Shawn.... Great interview - as usual.. Love the show...

[@heth300]

I'm thinking this guy had to prove himself loyal to the cartel members. You don't just hang out at a party, throw back a few beers, snort some cocaine and then you're magically part of their inner circle.

[@koopspook]

well the way you think is not the way an organized crime organization thinks. As you saw in this interview, Ryan and Luis were somewhat guessing as to the reasons they (the criminals) would want someone from the public media around their activities. He is not part of an inner circle, he is there as a reporter with someone that vouched for him. He paid money sometimes and etc. He's not there to join their organization, he's there to report whatever it is the cartel wants him to report.

[@luischaparro]

The first thing they know of me is that I am a reporter, not necessarily writing on everything they say, but definitely not there as a "friend"...

[@superplusextra9634]

Alot of his info is really "superficial" and talking a little bit more of what has already been spoken about. He's essentially the local social media promoter and everything he's report on is a double edge sword. It helps people know what's going on but also helps promote the cartel from within the underworld of cartel system. If they didn't want the info being spoken about he would have been pursue and killed. I don't doubt he's had to mingle with members to earn favor not loyalty.

[@jacklarue7049]

Yea…he didn’t report on the dead mother fuckers rolled up in carpets in the basement, and was railing corner to corner phonebook lines of chach with the soldados. They wanted him to report their shit so they appear powerful and relevant.

[@JohnDoe-pt7xx]

When you're childhood friends with a cartel member you are approved you only need one connection to enter the criminal underworld he earned respect by being trustworthy with what he sees and hears

[@Zatracenec]

Mr. Shawn...You are the first American I've heard saying proper "R". My life is complete. Anyway....amazing interview again.

[@grose93alexander67]

Great episode!! Love how he went into small details. Kinda made you feel the reality of Mexico. People misunderstand the cartels now days. It really is a brand at this point

[@livsnjutaresverige3802]

Yes indeed. Just like brands and companies. Its very complicated but yet so similar to normal ”business” Well, it is a business. That wont stop until consumers stop.

[@citylineman]

Thanks for another great perspective that can't be found elsewhere.

[@robthedrummer]

Great work Shawn!

[@chris68753]

Broooother your killing it on your show and in life. I honestly look up to you and respect you and I know your busting your ass making sure this show is going smoothly and it’s not easy these days on KZbin.. but your doing great and keep it up brother your showing is blowing up as it should! Have a good one man!

[@jakemitchell1671]

I love your enthusiasm, but please research the difference between "your" and "you're."

[@masoon27]

Can’t wait until this is uploaded to apple podcast so I can listen to this instead of working😂

[@AlpheusRiver]

Entertainment, education, inspiration all in one place. VE and the SRS bring you what you need even when you didn't know you needed it.

[@dusticastagna]

These interviews are top notch. I find myself glued to the conversation and I can usually follow along pretty well with what the person is talking about but with this one I found myself a little confused. At one point the gentleman was talking about keeping a low profile and not bringing attention to himself for the safety of his family but he’s talking about it in a sit down interview that’s gonna be seen by thousands of people. Is he no longer a journalist or is he living in America now? I guess I’m just still scratching my head about this interview.

[@luischaparro]

Im still a journalist, actually as of now I am in one of the most remote cartel-controlled areas in Chihuahua. But what I meant when keeping a low profile is only during reporting. It is actually more dangerous to be unknown as a journalist. If something happens to me now, after many of you guys watching this video, Im sure it will bring a lot of heat to cartels/Mx authorities.

[@DreadPirateRoberts77]

Genuine, Raw and Informative.

[@Hellshy]

Dude hell yeah! I cant wait to listen to this one! The Ed interview was fucken wild!

[@getmoney4481]

Lol yall actually believe what ed says? 😂

[@Hellshy]

@@getmoney4481 who are u

[@X_Meechie_X]

@@getmoney4481 why not?

[@NoticerOfficial]

@@getmoney4481 thank you. I feel like I’m taking crazy pills listening to Ed

[@Killa91115]

You’re OG shadow army lol

[@johnnydough6244]

Amazing information as always. Thank you to the both of you.

[@longgunner7625]

My family used to live in Tijuana during 90's when the AFO was at its peak. Not fun.

[@82lowe36id]

Another great show. Shawn, you are putting out excellent quality shows and shining a light on something that many Americans do not really know the truth on. Well done, brother.

[@righteousone8454]

Movies Sicario and Sicario: Day of the Soldado opened grim truth about Cartel for me. Ed Calderon, and TheЛюди - Mexico opened my eyes before that on real issues in Mexico, and I am from Arizona, so I am literally right across from that. It's crazy

[@righteousone8454]

​@Tom Movie is based on how Cartel does sht. It spoke about how our government tried to control the cartel by making sure they have control over the main cartel, which is exactly how it was until smaller cartels took over. There was one main cartel that ran the country. Also showed corruption in our own government, a-la-Fast-and-Furious operation, and us hiring cartels for operations. They also spoke about how much cartel is here in Arizona. So when you try to ridicule someone, make sure you even understand context and basis of the movie. What I understand is that you tried to be dismissive to the facts that were presented in the movie, and then asked me if I understand that I am "stupid" for seeing the movie as the truth. Sadly, the idiot is you, because in Juarez, heads are being cut off for real, and people were hung from bridges, that's facts. Showing corruption on all levels, federal and local in Mexico. Showing how there is a trade of people from Mexico, tunnels that are dug from Mexico to Arizona. Actual facts by the way. I had friends from Patagonia that told me stuff like that. People here that still have tons of relatives in Mexico confirming facts out of the movie. So... Anything else you want me to understand? Oh, "knowledgeable one".

[@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji]

Absolutely riveting -Learn so much on this channel! Thank You Luis and Shawn🍃🌺🍃🌺🍃🤶🏽👋🏾

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji]

@@ShawnRyanShow Merry Christmas 🎅🏿 🎁🤶🏽👋🏾🎄✨💚✨

[@nicolaisen1]

This guy is the shit! Great interview. Keep this content coming.

[@l6outinthestix46]

You the man Lois big respect from UK England 🙏💯

[@MrCooldino]

Love the edit shawn! Love the growth. Shoutout to all my grunts! 0311 ⬆️