Erik Prince on Creating Blackwater - One of the Biggest Private Armies in the World (Full Interview)

[@TARANTULA.1l]

I'm glad Erik took this interview to have exposure to a different audience. Hearing him simplify his responses to adjust to Vlad was both impressive yet a bit brain-straining. It's subtle, but if you've listened to Erik plentiful- you'll know. I would redirect those of you who enjoyed this interview to The Shawn Ryan Show, where Erik has interviewed 3 times and where Erik is more in his element with Shawn Ryan, another former Seal and CIA contractor. You're welcome.

[@TARANTULA.1l]

@@RG-cz1tc Yup. I agree. Plus, Vlad's questions are always anecdotal-based information.

[@ryssypepwork2935]

@@TARANTULA.1lhis research is all surface level google stuff

[@stephanies8981]

I agree those were great interviews

[@mattlel3194]

Subtle*

[@TARANTULA.1l]

@mattlel3194 sure is. Lol

[@FranklinsBenjamins]

I grew up in North Virginia so the whole conspiracy theories about the military and the dirty things we do don’t really bother me as much. Maybe when I was younger but as I get older and a lot of my friends have gone to work for these companies I realize it’s just a part of our way of life and absolutely necessary. This man providing a private security company for veterans to get paid and still do what they have been trained to do is a great thing, in my opinion. These men are warriors, you can’t cage them and put them at a desk. Salute to you, Mr. Prince. Cheers.

[@llee8325]

Well said, sir.

[@rajiocity3937]

So the dirty things America does is necessary?

[@josmith2186]

"Vlad, are you a deer hunter at all?" Best question of the interview 😂

[@carlosfuentes_95]

This was a roller coaster of an interview. I didn’t know who he was before I clicked on the video but I’m glad I listened to the whole thing. Good stuff Dj Glad!

[@KingPhilipF]

Erik has his own podcast now, talking about world affairs. It's pretty good.

[@jca65lb]

This guy is obviously knowledgeable but definitely has an agenda. He sounds bitter, probably had an open check during the Bush administration. He was benefiting from "the swamp" in Washington when Bush was in power. You donate 250k to a politician, and your sister is part of the administration, but you have no connection to the administration. Yeah, ok. 😂

[@Tyler-vw9bh]

If you're interested, he wrote a book called 'Civilian Warriors' that is his side to the Blackwater story. Obviously, gotta take everything with a grain of salt just like the MSM that paints this dude as a monster.... Personally, I think the truth is closer to Erik's perspective than the media.

[@southboston9]

I’m going to Shawn Ryan show and watch the interview on there

[@jamestonga6281]

Vlad getting outclassed the whole interview 🤣🤣😮‍💨🔥

[@JimJoe-mm3lq]

U need to start doing more interviews like this

[@LorettaAtencio]

Not with this interviewer !

[@erikcrickenberger8433]

Got a lot of respect for Mr. Prince, seems like an authentic guy.

[@randomhuman2595]

He's a military industrial complex guy

[@davevickery8387]

Erik Prince needs to go on the Joe Rogan show. Get some real visibility. A real American like him deserves to have his story heard by far more people.

[@jchastain789]

Nothing but respect Erik

[@Blueridge1]

+2

[@RGP1025]

For killing hundreds of innocent Iraqis?

[@cook3568]

One of my favorite vlad interviews of all time

[@jujuanrichardson1574]

This guy is a smart, slick , beast we need more like him

[@danieltepper9918]

Thanks!

[@TheWeekday510]

52:25 told vlad to shhh 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@NikoBee90]

Burst out laughing

[@john1425]

Oh my god I went to make this exact comment then just liked this one! 😂😂

[@CKpremium1992]

haha i laughed so hard at that.. like man Prince asserted his dominance..

[@joenino3]

Hell yea. Best part

[@ChannelT54]

He’s said “and leave this in the tape” while pointing two fingers at him 😂

[@adrianrizzi589]

I would vote for Erik Prince hands down

[@jamescass5275]

Erik Prince is a national treasure

[@12yearssober]

Hardly

[@jamesless5394]

​@@12yearssoberthank god

[@jamesless5394]

​@@12yearssoberthank God someone knows

[@12yearssober]

@@jamesless5394 People don’t seem to be interested in the truth anymore.

[@cookie.in.my.lungz650]

Go suck him up if you like him so bad

[@AdamHolmes-k5x]

These are what legends are kids. Surround yourself with successful people and you will be successful.

[@Matt-yz3iq]

The guy who privatized one of the most illegal wars in our history is a legend?

[@gballdadon312]

He was born into wealth a lot of kids aren’t given that luxury lol and he used that wealth to shoot and kill civilians in foreign countries

[@Kevo_OTM]

this guy knows something

[@WinStoNs_Mith]

A lot

[@invasionmedia]

so?

[@Kevo_OTM]

@@invasionmedia loser

[@garryhewes5153]

The best and most honest interview, on KZbin.

[@RexJohnson2026]

This guy is honest and legit. People like him are doers and can fix things. Respect.

[@CarolCityCane305]

Research trumps private army in Kenya

[@dustyrhodes1655]

Erik Prince is a very, very intelligent and versed American Patriot. Vlad isn't in the same stratosphere.

[@ljjackson7106]

Thank you for this interview! Sheds important and new light on a man who reeived a lot of negative press. Erik is a gem!!!

[@brendondowdy5651]

Imagine him and Elon as the president and VP lol

[@hotbello0071]

@@brendondowdy5651 the brainpower alone......LMAO!!!!!

[@brendondowdy5651]

@@hotbello0071 whats sad is they would never be granted power like that because they would be overly efficient and would ruin the political scam. Even if they didn't push any like political agenda and just focused on reforming American programs both sides would try everything to stop a group like them. America is fucked lol

[@bluehhorseshoe415]

Guys a legend. Never heard him say anything that didnt make tons of sense. He needs to help THIS government save money and be strong at the same time.

[@nw8641]

Mr. Prince, I read your book. Thank you so much for effectively protecting so many people in serving the country & your community. It's a shame govt can't stand those who are more competent than they are. But, truth is very clear. You are the true patriot, and the country owes you big time!

[@KJDD787]

It seems Dj Vlad met his match he cant play his games with this man

[@DePalma.]

I don’t watch this channel much, but with a stand up guest like this, I had to. Great choice of guests👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mohammedomer3798]

You realize he runs a mercenary group, right? Gun for hire basically.

[@DePalma.]

@@mohammedomer3798 he had private military services that were contracted mostly by the US government. So he was helping our governmentwin wars lol. The guys one of the most interesting Americans and super pro America… He has great ideas and not only can get stuff done in a short amount of time, but without all the government over spending. We need more people like this, dude.

[@mohammedomer3798]

@@DePalma. I know, right?! Exactly what I was saying. Americans are crappy humans. Dont care what this guy has been doing to innocent people around the world. The amount of pain and misery he inflicted for the bag 💰, just idolize wars and killing.

[@pawns2prizes]

@@mohammedomer3798 ha! You deleted your other comment.. couldn't deal with the heat soy boy.

[@mohammedomer3798]

@@pawns2prizes ok, little pawn.

[@highmf99]

Please make this dude a regular

[@seller559]

I appreciate you hosting Erik Prince and giving him an opportunity to tell his story.

[@edmeds1336]

Anyone curious about the Nasir square massacre. See shawn ryan show pod. It's incredible 4 hour interview and break down of the situation.

[@jca65lb]

That's a biased viewpoint . Those are all former military and right wingers on that podcast. It's like a Trump family reunion.

[@edmeds1336]

@@jca65lb stop it. You clearly are just a fanatic who can't see anything beyond left or right.

[@jca65lb]

@edmeds1336 Bro, you're right leaning if you believe all that BS on those podcasts. It's Merica propaganda.

[@edmeds1336]

@@jca65lb have you watched the full podcast we are talking about?

[@jonathaninteriano8389]

@@edmeds1336he just has TDS lol

[@bhop1871]

I like this guy he’s very efficient. Even how he speaks he uses as little words as possible to convey the same message. It probly gets under his skin when us government wastes so much resources on bs

[@joannfagen4457]

Eric Prince is an American who cares about America, understands foreign policy, and has the expertise to provide the right resources to effectively solve problems. He respects and cares about our vets who have sacrificed so much of themselves for our country. God bless everyone, and God bless the U.S.A.

[@mynameisnotimportant7336]

It seems you don't care much about him. Else you would spell his name right. Erik. "K" not "C".

[@EMV9]

All those gangsta type of guests you had before look like babies compared with this guy. The way he catches the phone at the end without loosing his idea is the epitome of how efficient this man seems like it is.

[@bojoneuwong-z8g]

he's physically fit too, not only can he strategize about war, he could probably perform fairly well at the tactical level too

[@EMV9]

@@bojoneuwong-z8g i am actually sure about that considering his first years of career

[@guillermopacheco903]

Eric prince is both a genius for going deep into the enemy's lair.and has balls of steel for it i did not know he came from such wealth, and now I respect him more for doing what he does.Cause he didn't have to

[@jessehepburn]

Compulsory military service might make those same politicians hesitant to send their kids to war.

[@TheEaterOfEwoks]

They just dodge. Look at all the Boomer NeoCon Chickenhawks who tucked out of Nam, but ran the US into GWOT.

[@bobahop1232]

Conscript militaries usually have problems with discipline. That's why the IDF and Russia have poor track records with human rights. And also one reason why the US was getting fucked up in Vietnam fucked

[@vinnydeville4675]

Politicians not wanting their kids to go to war had to be the most illogical thought ever. Because politicians first and foremost need their lands protected before thier job as politicians even matters

[@OrlandoFlores-b7t]

Confiamos em esa experiencia para este caso (Venezuela)que tiene Erik Prince Sea de asalto o de estratégia

[@bklynzfinest7186]

@@vinnydeville4675that’s blasphemy no parent wants there kid to go to war. Yeah they’ll be proud of there child for serving but not on a possib death sentence

[@alannickels]

If i had a dollar for everytime Vlad said "I remember i interviewed..." i would have enough money to afford that Marlon Wayans interview

[@vladtv]

lol

[@realitynotfictionii563]

Do you believe the fake J6 stuff? Its all out...was fake ​@vladtv

[@tylermcdaniel1059]

😂

[@Beastkiller38]

Mr. Prince clearly cares about the men under him. The DOD wonders why retention is such a problem. Shitty pay, lack of morale, etc. Mr. Prince has made solutions to all this. I wish he’d take applications from average people id work for him happily.

[@hilohotrods]

Erik Prince is a national Hero!!! Thank you!

[@kevindagame]

ALRIGHT HERE WE GO, THE WHOLE INTERVIEW IS HERE, WELCOME TO VLADTV!!! This is your first time here, so I wanna start in the very beginning. So you were born and raised in…. That’s what it is, Erik Prince, always a pleasure, until next time…PEACE!!!

[@Wigi15]

Great person to interview more Vlad.

[@BWIL2515]

As a sixty five year old American the absolute truth can be confusing because of political sides trying to discredit one or the other. All i can say is Thank you sir for what you've done and all you've tried to do and all those that have served trying to do the same thing.

[@keithm11112]

Vlad really thought Erik was part of the DeVos family bc his sister married into them. Shows how much research he did.

[@crispchaos]

Vlad this was one of my favorite interviews you've even done in a long time. I have no idea how you get these guests but respect 👏.

[@CKpremium1992]

This man should be the next secretary of defense..

[@mikesmith7497]

I've seen you comment on other similar videos your the MMA fighter right? And I defiantly agree.

[@brendondowdy5651]

He should be but they would never let him. He is way to efficient and effective. Not sure if they talk about it here or not but the DOD use to turn down his bids because they weren't expensive enough. They said if he would like double or triple his bids they would accept them.

[@3800ThaBizz]

Yea right

[@iammaximus614]

… EP is a True Leader with Accurate thought & planning

[@3800ThaBizz]

@@iammaximus614 ok. To me a leader protects his people but at the same time takes accountability and is honest. They didn’t even talk about hurricane katrina but according to EP every civilian casualty is justified. If you do something that’s found to be and proven to be not right acknowledge it without excuse like a real leader…

[@bx2gross1988]

This is an INTERVIEW! 🔥🔥🔥

[@michaelmartin96]

There is not a geopolitical situation that he is not informed on, past or present. He is a true patriot.

[@kathryndarnell3221]

Love Erik Prince, Great American. Wish people would spend 1/2 the time researching the rumors as they do spreading lies about him. Hope Trump learned his lesson and listens to him in 2024

[@samsrt7647]

I’ve been watching Erik prince and a lot of special forces guys who have done incredible things since out. My dad was an Army Ranger from 84-93, I know the type. These guys are beyond organized, measured and intelligent. They have a way of talking and a way of responding, I can promise you, you will not get away with making half assed back handed comments and insinuations about there character and past. You will be called out on it, you will be brought to task, and most likely you will feel like an idiot. They’re not quitters or losers, found that out the hard way picking fights with my old man from 15-18, tough as can be and unapologetic. Just thought I should share my experience after watching that epic “shhh”

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

I really appreciate how Erik thinks. I never realized and apologize for everything snarky or insulting I ever said about you. You have a wise mind and a heart for our nation. Respect. God bless.

[@ladiesmannumerouno]

Def Bring him back for a Longer interview v soon again

[@mehdineghabat7823]

I have seen quite some interviews from Vlad, but most intriguing, smart and patriotic guy that Vlad has interviewd so far. Indeed a shame you only talk for a small 1,5 hour with this top notch guest!!! Be like Erik... greetings from Ibiza

[@sergitobinda2829]

Eric is great guy and tuff business man....

[@caseyrayburn5887]

Erik prince is truly an amazing man. A true patriot of our time. We are lucky to have a man like this on americas side

[@Danny-sd5vm]

This dude was born to lead

[@zeeman3891]

I've been knowing about private military for some time. I'm glad he got to display his company on this platform.

[@defaultpronouns]

Bro got shushed on his own podcast. Immediate destruction of self confidence and ego on the spot lmao

[@OhgeeSupreme730]

What’s the timestamp ?

[@Chief_KP]

Great Interview. Never knew the depth of how sophisticated this guys operation was. Respect!!

[@rod5608]

Erik Prince for President!

[@salzuno79]

Erik is a great American

[@jeffgarcia2648]

Sounded more like an interrogation than an interview.

[@Nightc1tyronin]

Yeah no kidding. Vlad was super hostile in this interview. He’s been much nicer to murderers and drug deals than he was with Mr. Prince.

[@gamerealm4337]

And you listened congratulations on being just like the rest of the clowns complaining but still watching, great job!

[@JohnSmith-xq6cv]

hes a russian Jooh what do you expect

[@Fentmaxxerfinalboss]

@@gamerealm4337 you must be fun to hang out with.

[@nathenmunn4242]

I like Dj Vlad. He really sticks to his questions. He is the best in the game. And in my eyes the first to really do this.

[@jamescass5275]

God bless Erik Prince

[@felsonj]

There may have never been so vast a gulf between how good of a “get” and the quality of the interview. It’s stultifying.

[@velleione]

This by far is an important breath of fresh air interview and I love every second of it, informative, inspirational, and innovative and a must watch interview. Salute 💪🏾

[@Swiss2133]

Erik Prince is someone i personally admire. A mentor i have never met

[@toneseca911]

Best interview you’ve done so far with the best and most interesting person ever. At first I didn’t think I was going to like it but I live this guy. He’s a true American hero. Salute 🫡

[@Echele5]

This interviewer didn’t do his homework at all! To have someone as brilliant as Erik Prince and ask such stupid questions? It’s ridiculous! Love listening to Erik Prince though!

[@mj6474]

That guy actually has the means, contacts and ability to make you disappear if he chose to.

[@Kara3-n4p]

YUP!

[@lifred0913]

Shout out to the Shawn Ryan Show. Vlad, he should be your next interview

[@orkaredd2149]

It always nice to see someone who knows what they're talkin about talk about it

[@jcel5870]

1 of the Most fascinating interviews, I quote Vlad... Bring him back for another follow up

[@JosephMorrison-q3u]

Legend. These are the types who should be running for president

[@cybermatrixx]

Real recognize real. This dude is badass. Unapologetic and passionate attitude. “Go get out and get it yourself no excuses” type of mindset. Very inspiring

[@jca65lb]

Tell me you're a Trumper without telling you're Trumper. 😂

[@cybermatrixx]

@@jca65lb ehh I like a few of his characteristics and find ways to use it in my own life. But his stances on major policy issues are too extreme for me. So no, not a Trumper

[@gballdadon312]

Go out and get it? You act like he got it out the mud, everything he got is because he inherited it lol

[@Allison_Chaynes]

This dude is a legend!!!!

[@rondoughhowell6442]

What at being a Gun for hire

[@justinclawson4840]

I'd say figuring out the Somali pirate issue. Saving innocent hostages being abused for up to a year at time.

[@lordhumongous4272]

He is a war criminal and you are a terrible person

[@Allison_Chaynes]

​@@rondoughhowell6442 You watched this and got a small portion of this man's life and that's the opinion you're coming away with? Leftist propaganda has claimed another simple mind.

[@andrewtorgerson6143]

amazing interview vlad

[@AMO_4KT_2010]

We need more Erik Prince interviews by far please make him a pre regular please 💚🙏 All the love from South Africa💚🙏

[@RANKRANTGENX]

Trump should put him in at high level. He knows his shit.

[@karlwatson1874]

Wow... Vlad from comedy to serious content. Outstanding questions! Outstanding person to interview. Great!

[@Rook_gfiveone]

Vlad is a California liberal and it shows when he reacts to things he's never heard before. I'm glad he's opening his platform

[@TheSaltySlim]

That’s a bad dude! He knows all kinds of about wars from now and the past hundreds of years. I’ve been following him for a long time.

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Trump, Kennedy, and Erik Prince as Sec of State….. dream team

[@Potatodude223]

Thank you for this. I needed this.

[@boisebadboy93]

At around 15:47 you can tell that Prince started getting mildly frustrated, and with his movements and breathing, he felt like this was more of an interrogation than an interview 😂 not to mention that the topics covered can easily be found online, so Prince probably left this interview thinking it was a total waste of his time and experience. However, I loved every second of this video, very well done. Blackwater actually called my dad (Marine OCS honor graduate from Quantico, and a career paramedic) one day in 2004, and offered him an immediate position as a soldier/medic. He turned it down because he has a family now.

[@CrAzZeeSportsClips]

When he told put his hand up and said “shhh” 😂😂

[@JobSeeker-tl6jf]

I Salute & Repect You Erik Prince🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@iammaximus614]

… Great person interview & thank you for your service! 🇺🇸🗽 Btw, Russia, US, UK was allies during WW2

[@rickjensen2833]

I agree with everything Erik has to say, and that doesn't happen very often. I wish Blackwater ran our military.

[@keysersoze4334]

They do sn so does blackrock

[@h2ophilter]

vlad is fed and Prince is a mercenary. makes sense,

[@derekhugh]

Vlad laughing his ass off when Prince calls the projected casualty rate of his seal unit as if that's supposed to be funny is the reason I don't watch Vlad. Prince is interesting enough to make an exception.

[@WinStoNs_Mith]

Same

[@djcity1]

Same here

[@lowrecoil]

Yep, this Vlad guy is a goof but it is always great to listen to Erik.

[@WinStoNs_Mith]

Erik Prince is a very intelligent man and should be drafted to serve in our government.

[@melissagrosse1185]

Good guys don't go enter the political circus. They know it's all a game, show, and a production for the people. Our government is strictly to suppress, kill, control, extort, and profit from citizens.

[@PastorEliasValdez]

Great interview. Wealth of information. 🇺🇸

[@assassinempire2066]

This is def the kind of man we need as our top general, u have to understand war to be affective at it!!!

[@Salih.EduBlock]

Phenomenal interview Vlad. Keep the diversity coming. I love it. Thanks.

[@JudyCannon-sp7sc]

Eric Prince is BRILLIANT

[@randybutler6512]

Best interview Vlad has done this far. Great job

[@blakerichardson-ey7iy]

How on Earth did Vlad get thru an interview without mentioning Tupac or the home invasion when he had the naked wrestling match? 🤯

[@orangemanbad]

Eric would make an excellent president.

[@Korsyka777]

I learned so much from this interview. Excellent interview!

[@jujuanrichardson1574]

Thank u for putting Vlad in his place 💪🏿

[@Řîčħǐśøñ]

Blood makes you family not money or marriage

[@chrisshaw1964]

Nothin' but love and respect, brother. Semper Fi

[@chiefkeef8902]

52:25 Bro treated Vlad ahhh 😂😂😂

[@wdee-rh1nu]

Refreshing interview. Gotta hand it to Vlad for asking the right questions. Love from the UK