I just want to say Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. We are living in some weird times right now, but we all still have a lot to be thankful for. Thank you everyone for all of your support, it truly means the world to me. Please enjoy the show and “God Bless America”.
Which should be a regular fucking thing .. listen to what someone has to say , if they are not insulting , dont interrupt ,listen first then object , dispute , show arguments, move on .. holy fck we are doomed
I feel like this guy just showed me his heart. Everything was raw as hell with no sugarcoating. So much respect for doing this. I can’t believe I got to watch this for free.
@@fightingsolveseverything7667 what does this even have to do with the video? Or his story? You needed that detail to feel fulfilled for watching or what? Your purpose is confusing.
To hell with it being on social media, its the single most genuine expression of reality out of a humans mouth that ive heard. Period. Thats a tremendous amount of shit to unpack, tremendous.
I was a PJ on rotation with teams 10 & 6 from 02 - 09 and was with DJ when he took the .45 to his chest plate. He’s being so conservative in his heroism here.
Almost all tier 1 operators on here are just so insanely humble. Cannot even imagine what you guys actually have done and gone through. Yet all of you are just the coolest , calm people alive. We are so lucky we have men like you ❤
Thank you for everything you’ve done and gone through for America and us citizens. We aren’t capable of understanding, but I hope you know we care about all of you. Speaking for myself, y’all can’t understand how much love I have for each and every one of you! God Bless!
This is fucking priceless. This isn't an interview with an SF operator, this a self help video. Worth his weight in gold to the human race is DJ Shipley. Props to Shawn for giving DJ the space he needed to get this out. Both of them true warriors.
I'm a wounded vet (below knee amputee) who was shot and almost died because of it. Participating in almost 10-years of therapy didn't do nearly as much as the last 15-20 minutes of this video. Thank you for this.
Thank you for your service. My grandfather fought in WW2, and lost an eye in Poland from mortar shrapnel. My family has always supported disabled vets.🙏🇺🇸
I am a 51 yr old female, happily married for 31 years and with two daughters and one grandchild. I live a pretty sheltered life. Honestly, I'm not sure what possessed me to watch anything like this. Watching this has blown me away. I better clarify, not literally! My mouth is still wide open at all I've seen and heard. The thought that someone who doesn't even know me is putting his life on the line for his country and me is overwhelming. I'm feeling so blessed right now. I'll never meet DJ Shipley, but it would be an honor. Anyhow, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Thank you for making me see that my life is a piece of cake compared to some of the things you've gone through. I don't think that I will ever feel sorry for myself again. You're amazing!!!! Thank you for giving all of yourself to our country. To end this on a lighter side, my husband thinks that the only thing that DJ Shiply might not survive is my cooking! I fear he could be correct!
Interesting insight. I think most of the listeners are other veterans like myself, it’s almost like therapy hearing other people’s stories that have gone through similar things. It is cool that it was beneficial for you to listen to and to hear your appreciation. There’s guys serving like this guy that movies can’t even show any comparison. People don’t really understand fully what our special operations community consists of. Thanks for the comment and a bunch of other people liked your comment also so it was appreciated by many. Take care.
40 years as a board certified Emergency Physician. So many emotions watching this video. The one that stands out is “why do we treat our warriors like shit when they get messed up trying to protect us?” Do not take away their specialty pay when they go on medical. Give them any and all the medical, emotional, and psychological support they need….indefinitely.
@@scipio6215 Civilian US ER doctors and nurses, especially in urban centers, can suffer from PTSD too. So I can relate. Our military has an added layer of stress: life changing or life ending injuries.
I’ve never in my life come across a piece of media that could, not only maintain my uninterrupted attention on a topic for a duration of 4+ hrs straight, but also keep me so 100% fully engaged in what I was watching to the point that I lost my sense of time and allowed 4+ hours to fly by in what felt like only an hour
The balls and the guts on this guy to completely pour out his heart is amazing and a true testament to all the warriors that even the elite of the elite are still human
My 4 year old son is in the hospital from severe burns today. As I watch this, between the crying from making sure my son is ok and listening to DJ, I am in awe of such men. Men like him make me feel forever proud to be an American. This IS and will forever be the Greatest country. It hit me like a ton of bricks when he spoke about his wife. I admire how she stuck by his side. I've had very similar experiences with my girlfriend and I'm beyond lucky to have her. Love you Shawn. Hope nothing but good fortune for you and your family.
The bible says a good woman is worth more than rubys or gold. Whether you believe the bible or not I challenge anyone to disprove that statement. Never take her for granted if what you say is true. And I don't know your style but I say put a damn ring on that womans finger!
What I love about Shawn Ryan is that he brings on guests who have a story and lets them talk. Shawn spoke for all of about 5 minutes. He knows when to talk and when to stay out of the way. Outstanding interview! Oh and Patsy is a badass.
@I AM learn how to spell keyboard warrior. Kids like you wouldnt last a day on the field. Youre hating on a dude whos accomplished more in his life than you ever will lol go cry some more
So true, a lot of interviews are unbearable! They will cut the host off every 30 seconds! I saw one the other day and even the host said “just let me tell the story!!”. He was a N Korean guy who made it to the US, he was a happy go lucky dude and that’s amazing after hearing what he had to go through!
He has learned and developed so much as an interviewer...he let's them speak without interuption...and allows them often to get things out that perhaps they haven't before. We are so blessed and privileged to sit back and hear men like this and hear the REALITIES of war close up. SRS is a National Tresure in that it Forces us to Hear these men and what sacrifices they make. Gives me hope that the MEDIA just doesn't adequately cover or even try.
Episodes like this reinforce how hungry people are for real, long form conversation. Keep fighting the fight Shawn; no doubt these interviews are tough for you-as well as your guests-but you are bridging the gap between those who served in the military and those who did not in an incredibly positive way. Thanks for jumping on these grenades so we can all learn and become better.
Well said. This level of human communication and reverence for the fallen (and those still in service) is priceless in this new world full of disinformation and shallow, self-aggrandizing, social media vomit. Thanks for putting in the work so we can learn history. These are incredible.
right? there's no doubt some of the stories are very relatable for him and run him back through the ringer also, it takes a lot of moral fortitude to re-expose himself to that, I'm impressed how well he keeps the focus from himself and on his guest,
This one moved me. I’m a former Navy CT OGA guy who worked with DevGru. My last deployment to JBad was a shit show in 2011. I came back and went through a horrible divorce, took a defense contract (left it quickly because of several losses on former team plus ongoing divorce), and moved states away to the mountains. I distinctly remember extortion 17. I carried everything myself for a very long time, and it nearly broke me. I watched friends check out. That honestly looked like the best option for me, too. But damn, if I didn’t find the most amazing woman to help pull me from the weeds. I know what it feels like to have written the note and made the video… and still be here. It does get better. We just have to talk with each other. It really sucks to fly solo for the first time when you need someone the most. Thanks, D. J. And Shawn. I’m new to this channel, but this one hit home to me. Much appreciated. Cheers fellas.
I know this is 2years old but this is the best interview I’ve ever heard, wish one day I could meet this man and say thank you for your service and your life experiences. This interview has saved my life and marriage, bless you.
DJ came on and absolutely owned his shit, this episode broke me down multiple times. I’m glad it focused on his story and didn’t side track to his dad. He crawled out of the deepest darkest hole and redeemed his life. The common theme with him and Eddie is they married remarkable women who are the real heroes in their lives. God bless and keep up the good work Shawn
I have seen a lot of Mike Ritlands and your podcasts and i enjoy Them a lot. This one stands out like something special. I have the upmost respect for Mr Shipley and he’s family. And i wish you and your family all the Best 🙏 A Big thank you here from 🇩🇰 For sharing this from your career in the military
"So.....I needed to dangerous stuff still......so.....I hooked up wires to the powerlines....and I started making fuckin' 🛹's " "Then.......I had....these enzymes....they fucked off....and I was fine.." "Soo....uhhh....needed to do more dangerous stuff....so I started crying...... told Patsie I was going to skate at 7/11.....went out and did some jumps...." Shawn: "Damn.." I am sry. Cannot resist. 😁😁😆😅🤣
I don't know what to say. DJ has just humbled me to my core. I live in England and am new to this channel. The way he narrates is so engaging. Shawn I must say massive respect to you for staying silent and giving him the time to speak and getting his heart and soul out. This is one of the most honourable men I have ever heard. I have watched other SRS interviews. In one episode it was revealed the US send 50m dollars a week to fund your enemies. Why not stop that and spend 50m a week on the servicemen and their families? I have never met you Sahwn, or DJ, or any other of your guests but I have more respect for all of you for bringing this to the public than any of my own government. You are truly people of honour, courage and liberty. There are not enough words in the English language for all of us civilians to convey our heartfelt thanks for providing us our freedoms since WW2. But THANK YOU! Please keep doing what you are doing. I am hooked and people like you and all the other honourable service personnel should be the people running countries...not politicians. Thank you. Keep up the good work. Love, respect, and honour to you all for your selfless sacrifices to ensure safety to the free world. Thanks to brave people like you, our families and children sleep peacefully at night.
Shawn- As an outside salesperson who spends far too much time in a car, I've listened to literally thousands of hours of podcasts. This is the best interview I've ever heard. Your style of interviewing every person I've seen you have on your show is like freakin truth serum. And Mr. Shipley's courage to tell his story, in every aspect of his life complete with the ugly and shameful times, combined with your ability to ask the question then shut up and listen to the answer made this conversation truly special. Thank you very much for bringing us along on the journey. Thank you, Mr. Shipley for your raw honesty.
I've watched this 3 times, going on my 4th. I wish millions of people saw this, because I know this is what they want to witness and need to witness. This episode alone has changed my life.
@@TangoCharlieWhiskey96 HOW does this *NOT* CHANGE YOU!???.... Did yu even actually listen to everything the entire video and what this Man went through??...
Fellow Team guy here. I thought I was alone until I watched this episode. I worked with DJ's dad, Senior Chief Don Shipley at ST2 and remember DJ as a kid at various times on trips to AP Hill or Ft Pickett. While I took a different track in the Teams, I didn't know his career would intersect mine. Then I retired in 2010 and went through the whole medical retirement and isolation episode alone. A process that has been very difficult until today. So much truth spoken during this episode. I don't know how to process it. DJ the III and Ryan maybe someday we can talk, I think you guys might have saved my life. So much gratitude to you both.
Extraordinary to read your comment. Thank you for your service as well. I thank God constantly for men like you, DJ, and Shawn who have served our country at the highest level. I have some SOF in my family as well (7th SFG and 160th), and I don't know where our world would be without the community. Many blessings. Praying for you and your healing. Have a wonderful Christmas season. :)
This is the most brutally honest, and sincere podcast I’ve ever watched. The way this man delivers his stories is nothing like I’ve ever heard. Much respect!
This seriously needs to be a movie. The battle overseas, the battle at home and the battle within himself- it’s next level shit that Hollywood can’t even come close to.
Hollywood doesn’t deserve to profit from DJs story. I wish a collective can be created between like minded individual’s to fund a series or movie and profits given to the warriors involved.
Hollywood has gone so deeply Leftist that "American Sniper" could not be made today. That's just over eight years ago now. Not only would Hollywood not take up this movie idea, it could only deform it on every level. Best choice now for a sane, sound, and respectful serialization of Shipley's story is Ben Shapiro's media org, The Daily Wire. Their studio group have already put out two or three well-made films, all in line with everything you and I live by, and have committed to more. It's just part of the beginning of the Great Breakaway, wherein we are building a parallel society---of businesses, national products and services, media, education, and entertainment, all unbeholden to the malignant, nearly extraterrestrial mental deformity that now characterizes the Left and endangers both the Shawn Ryan Show and everyone of our opinions, both written and spoken. I do hope Daily Wire or similar takes a look at this, and moves your excellent idea to a place where men like DJ and Shawn need no longer struggle to be seen or heard.... Or merely exist.
This is by far the most unbelievable interview I’ve ever watched and I cannot believe I got to watch this for free, I mean, genuinely the best thing to ever come off of my screen in my life and I mean that.
I know this is a 2 year old video from Shawn Ryan, but i would like to say thank you to DJ Shipley for your service and such a courageous, disciplined and devoted time serving our country. I also want to say im sorry for the losses you and your friend's have had throughout the years. I greatly appreciate your stories and point of view as a civilian. I have immense respect for you and Mr. Ryan. Thank you for opening up and sharing such an excellent talk with shawn, and giving insight to how people who are enlisted actually deal with things. God bless the both of you DJ Shipley take care sir!
DJ is MEANT to be alive . There is definitely purpose for his being alive now. This was The longest interview I've listened to and quite possibly the best.
I'm only 3/4ths of the way through and I've never heard one man share his life so honestly. The respect I have for DJ is more than I can express and he's lived the life I wanted to since I was a kid. He is THE man. What a great show, Shawn.
Bro. Shawn, best podcast/video ever. Former military here. Nowhere near as badass as either of you, but the heart and soul that DJ dropped is unmatched. Thank you. Tears were dropped over here....two years later. Understandable how you have 4.5 million views on this.
DJ's honesty about TBI, medical retirement, PTSD/Operator Syndrome, rehab, transition to civilian life, and personal life outside the military is, so far, the most thorough, candid, and well-articulated of all the The Shawn Ryan Show interviews. Ed Calderon, Tu Lam, and DJ Shipley are easily top 3 because these guys are the most introspective and reflective about their experiences, not to mention that they all have similar threads of thoughts. And, holy shit, has DJ experienced pain and adversity! He has nine lives.
His wife is nothing short of a fucking legend. I cant help think as much as he went through she dealt with it as well plus raised a family. She needs her own episode of her side of it
I'm ex British military and I was stunned when you started talking about pain killers and opiate addiction, gave me goose pimples because its the exact story of my own life, I've felt such shame for years because of that and you guys made me feel better to know I'm not the only one , much love and respect to you.....the best of human beings ❤ 🙂
This isn’t an ego story time. This is bearing his soul and speaking up for his family. Bringing truth to light. This must be lifted ⬆️. I will support this work
Absolutely right Jeremy! He just sits back and listens. Most podcasters on the military side anyway, will sit and talk about their own careers for a half hour lol. Keep it up Shawn
As a father, a firefighter, a paramedic and a police officer who has has a “black cloud” overhead since day 1 it seems…. your channel is EXACTLY what needs to be listened and viewed by a much larger crowd. I’m new to the podcast listening game. Your channel and your interviews have made me a fan for life. Your guests and their stories, specially DJ Shipley whom I just listen to hit close to home. THANK YOU for doing what your doing and speaking with these true American Patriots
This is hands down one of the best interviews I've ever heard. The depth of this interaction is so incredibly important. Listening to a tier 1 warrior put it all on the line is something we should all be grateful and appreciative for. Shawn, brother, amazing work.
It takes a real, mature man to give an interview like DJ does here. Shawn did another outstanding job of not interfering with his guests story and injecting his own stories and bs, which is what makes Shawn the absolute best interviewer.
No matter the view count please keep pumping these out. I know these are inspiring the next generation of warriors. Thank you for all you’ve done for the community.
Not only inspiring a next generation but putting confidence in an older generation that not all worriers for America after the 21st century are a bunch of.... well you know. Shawn you show us REAL MEN that served, and their stories and commitment makes us older folks feel a bit better today. So thanks for that too.
What a fucking hero - not because he was a warrior and put his life and body on the line, but because he could sit there and bare his soul. Bravest thing I have every witnessed, that badass warrior be so vulnerable and honest. DJ's wife sounds like an absolute warrior herself, the real MVP in all of this and DJ doesn't hide that fact.
This is the first time I have seen the ShawnRyanShow. We all need to see this stuff like this especially the young men of today. I’m 33 years old I did 10 years and United States Army I had the pleasure to meet some guys from seal team three when I was in Iraq and they were all so cool and so full of knowledge. I appreciate what you guys do. Thank you so much.
“Send it.” DJ certainly did that over and over again. Wow, this is one of the greatest interviews I’ve ever seen. Very appreciative and blessed to witness such a selfless display of vulnerability from a man who walked with Giants. Big thanks for this one. 🙏
My God, that was the most raw, brutally honest interview of a Tier One Operators life I have ever seen. I was shocked at the way he recalled some of his truly terrifying firefights. This is you best work Shawn. Thank you and congrats.
I just watched 5 episodes every night for the past five nights. I am hooked. Discharged Army Infantry (11B) here and I thought what I went through was rough…I cannot believe what these guys go through. This is the best show I’ve ever seen.
This story busted me up. I reached out to my wife with tears in my eyes and let her know just how much I love her. Thank you for being a super human and speaking truth DJ. Thank you Sean for making the content you do. So much respect for you dudes.
This is the most amazing interview of any military veteran I have seen. Holy shit. This guys story is one that needs to be everywhere. His story may be a Seal story, but it resonates on many levels with veterans at every level. The commitment to the job, the injuries, the depression, the suicidal ideologies, the continued depression. It just resonates in so many ways with so many veterans I know. He went deep. There's so much to unpack here. This is truly just a special story.
I'm speechless. He doesn't need a phone booth to change into Superman. Thank you for your sacrifce, your inspiration. Your line about "Is it good for the team? No? then why are you doing it?" Will resonate with me forever. Thank you Shawn for giving us window into the community so we can have a small understanding of what we are hugely grateful and indebted to you all for.
From a Aussie all the way across the pond between us, thanks for a awesome look into your life without any bullshit, sharing the effects that a life of dedication of service doing the things we can't do so we are safe in our beds at night, thank you for your service and living the warriors life, to all your brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice, R.I.P and Lest We Forget
This has to be the best interview ever. For a Tier 1 guy to open up his heart and his life to millions, speaks volumes. Tough interview to watch, and I'll admit, had my eyes welling up several times. Patsy is a tough woman, for all that she has been through in her life. I am praying that you guys make it. You're right, we don't deserve women like that. I know I don't deserve mine. One in a million. Wishing the best for DJ. Semper Fi!
Based on this quality, SRS HAS TO BE the first to get Christian Craighead for a sit down. No other will hit the mark and capture the intensity like SRS. This was the best one yet. Unreal.
@@titsmcgee6964 got to. He shows his face already, active on social, pretty sure got a book coming out at some point so would be opportunity to plug it…, no other ‘show’/interview format comes close to SRS. This ep with DJ is best I’ve seen. Stands above the rest.
One of the best shows/podcasts ever done. I served in 2nd Ranger Bn and can’t say enough about this heartfelt content, hits close to home. Thank you Shawn and DJ.
DJ, I came back to this video to let you know that this interview changed my life. I was running out of motivation, I was skipping the gym, I wasnt training with my firearms. I was getting weak and complacent. You reminded me that every family needs a MAN. Not a guy that just pays bills, but a fucking warrior. My health is better, my confidence is up, my sex life has recovered, and I walk with my head held high. Some men need to hear shit like this to snap them out of their routine. Thank you.
I don't ride skate boards but guess who's getting a skate board now. This interview should win an award. The transparency DJ shared is top notch. GREAT JOB SEAN!!! Thank you for this. So many people are going through tough times and I'm sure this will help so many know they are not alone.
If you like to skate, do it. If you don’t, probably shouldn’t worry about it. Simply seeing someone else do something and doing it just because they do it is some weak minded sheep bs.
This is the most honest interview on youtube. It takes courage and self reflection to own your mistakes publicly. No politician/celebrity/athlete would say that. His honesty is refreshing. Him referencing Black Hawk Down makes me like him even more.
Agreed, but it's an insult to compare this warrior, to those scum in politics, I know you're not tho . Our best are those fighting for our country regardless of political views... NEVER the ones making the stupid ass policies.. 🙏
Seriously the most real impactful story and conversation I've ever heard in the 63 years of my life. My appreciation to you for sharing your story and service immeasurable.
Brother, it’s not only the shop and your kids that Need you, it’s everyone you meet and hears your story, I ran into this video at just the right time, thank you for your vulnerability and everything else.
This has got to be the best and most engaging interview and story ever! It hits every emotion in the human body. I truly feel DJ needed to share his story, in order to progress. Thank you Shawn, for being there for DJ and just listening to him let it all out. You guys are loved by millions of people that you've never even met!
23 years old in the process of becoming a military aviator. Intrigued by all things military and stumbled into this podcast. The best interview I have ever watched. Thank you for your service, sharing your story, and being the most real human on planet earth. Took a lot from this and changed my perspective on life. Nothing but respect for these two soldiers. God bless.
I'm 36 years old. My father served for 34 years. Today I found someone who understands what my childhood was like. Cheers, DJ. Keep up the amazing work.
Some people don’t understand whether it’s the military or being a cop- When there’s a “family business” you are expected to live up to or expected/assume to just do, there’s so much to it. When you are given lessons or trained for something nearly from the time you are born…… some people will never understand unless you have gone through it.
Man that was the best interview I have watched in quite some time. I was 4 1/2 hours long and I was glued to my computer to the last word. The depth of thought and open dialog was immense. Brave on that interview Shawn, you let him give the whole story and didn't interrupt with the typical questions. I can only describe it as HONESTY.
DJ poured out his heart and snatched all the skeletons out of the closet. Took me two days to watch the entire video. So powerful. God bless DJ and his family and you too Shawn for this platform.
In many ways I was lucky: 8yrs as an MP and zero combat deployments. But I’ve served with, trained with, trained, known many others that did. Known some that died in accidents, combat, and suicide. Many people went to FOB SHANK, I knew SSG Shank. His was the first remembrance service I had been to and there wasn’t a dry eye in the chapel. One of my soldiers went and left the Army Reserve and became an Okie Guard infantry officer, named Lt Joe Cunningham. Miss that man something fierce! I can remember the day I got the phone call that he had died, was just before midnight and I was working patrol on post when our mutual friend called to tell me. I was in denial till I saw his body in the coffin. For several years I carried the guilt that I wasn’t there to help him.
@@soonerfrac4611 the place I went to college had MP’s as their guard units. I knew several classmates who joined to get college paid for. We had not had a real war in ages. We started school the end of August 2001. You can guess what happened to them. Multiple tours to Afghanistan and Iraqi plus they were back in the US between deployments just in time to go help with Katrina. They said the superdome was worse than anything else they saw. They were lucky and smart enough to keep off camera and out of the prisoner abuse scandals tho they worked both prisons during the time of the prisoner abuse scandal.
This was a roller coaster. Just when it seemed to chill it got more and more intense. He really gave the full human experience from start to finish without any filter. Great storyteller and the interviewer just let him tell it, incredible. Feel honored to have heard his experience. Thanks so much for this.
HEAVY episode. This man is a born and bred warrior, to his core, literally and figuratively. His storytelling and insight, into his life experiences, was so beyond comprehension. Soooo much gratitude, for humans like him, and who he spoke so highly of. 🙏
To think that Democrats & modern feminists want men like this to no longer exist is insane. It's men like this who make it possible to live easy & comfortable lives
To think that Democrats & modern feminists want men like this to no longer exist is insane. It's men like this who make it possible to live easy & comfortable lives
I never thought I would ever watch a 4.5 hour interview on UA-cam. But no lie I was on the edge of my seat during this interview. Shawn, DJ I just want to say thank you for giving us your time. And thank you both for sacrificing so much for our country.
Without a doubt, one of the most powerful interviews that I think has ever been recorded. If more people had the heart and soul that DJ portrays here, we would be in a lot better world.
This was incredible from start to finish. Im not from any Military background actually a miner my career so far. Loved the honest open and raw conversation. More conversations like this need to happen, elite top teir professionals shining a light behind the curtain. The love for the job and the details DJ showed was awe inspiring and the work he and the ones surrounding him these days are doing for others is what the world needs more of. 4.5 hours went in a flash! Thanks shawn!
Shawn Ryan has a lot of amazing interviews. I’m always saying, “That’s the best one yet.” I really appreciate that he lets his guests speak without interruptions. This is one from very early on, but is incredible. There’s really not a dull moment in it and so many incredible stories from DJ. It’s humbling to hear not just the level of commitment he had, but what he and his teammates actually experienced. We owe all of them a debt of gratitude for their service.
Dude, where else can you get a 4+ hour interview (every time) with a guy that knows how to conduct an interview & asks the right questions & let’s the subject talk. Unbelievable. This is the stuff I want to hear. Really like to hear the stuff discussed when no outsiders are around. Kick ass, thanks Shawn
This was the only time I’ve ever seen a 4+ hour playtime on UA-cam and was stoked on it. Honestly. Thank you DJ and Shawn. I’m confident it helped many people who could relate with your stories, military or not.
they both (with shawn) have the same basic/deployment background...so with shawn's business perspective it synchronizes on "time" for the interview, content and pace.
Talk about a slap of reality and perspective. The mental fortitude of these guys is almost super human. This was, by far, the most intense interview I’ve ever listened to. I’m happy this man found peace.
This was one of if not the most impressive interview I've ever listened to. Thanks for doing these. Thank You to DJ for his service and his continuing service to his brothers who suffer mentally and physically. "It's ok to not be ok" is a great message.
This is the greatest and most honest conversation I have ever seen. I stayed glued to the purity between you two for 4.5 hours. I had no idea who this man was before the interview, but now the respect and the knowledge gained is astounding. Hopefully one day I will see him at GBRS Group. Damn this was great.
I've watched this interview at least twice in it's entirety; and dozens of times in segments. What an amazing story of chasing your dreams, heroism and vividly describing his own struggles. He brought a true humanity to these operators. It's impossible to imagine what DJ went through, and ultimately everyone who served and was effected by war
Just spent 4 1/2 hrs watching this (good work Shawn). The most heroic thing is his honesty. Not many men would share the level of detail he does of his flaws. Every assumed hero/great person has them. I wish he and his family the best. .....One of my favorite tales that is told with different versions but still the same point: An old Cherokee tale that tells of a grandfather teaching life principles to his grandson: “A fight is going on inside me,” he says to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil - he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.” He continued, “The other is good - he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith. "The same fight is going on inside you - and inside every other person, too.” The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?” The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed."...... DJ , like 99% of men has fed both wolves at different times in his life.
"If I paint it real in my head, my body won't know the difference." Absolutely true. Train, train and train and take it seriously. You guys are awesome, keep it up!
I appreciate all your hard work Shawn! Sadly sitting alone watching this is how I’m spending my Thanksgiving. But I’m still extremely thankful for what I have! And I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for this country!🙏🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼
This was by far the BEST and most sincere conversation from two of America's finest Operators that I've ever heard ! My hats off to you both for what this turned into ..
As I finish this up, it seems this interview was almost therapeutic for DJ. He wanted to get into all the details with barely any probing from Shawn. I’m glad he felt comfortable enough in VE’s environment to get into the real shit. Best episode yet.
@@cans597 I agree but it's pretty safe to say DJ was in more actual shoot outs than Andy. BTW, I follow both of them pretty welll. Seen almost all of Andy's podcast and interviews. Awesome dude for sure but I'm going to battle with DJ all day.
I was recently introduced to the SRS by a fellow Veteran. This interview was simply amazing. I want to thank Mr. Shipley for telling his story. It takes tremendous courage for a person to speak up and talk about what is going on inside of them. It is ok to talk about what they have gone through. That was the biggest thing I took away for this episode. Im so thankful for everything you have done and are doing for our country. God Bless you!!!!
This was hands down his best episode - the gut wrenching truth that is shared, you can't fake that or force it. We got to see a true hero bare his soul, and it was powerful. Thank you DJ for being willing to be so transparent, I hope it brought you a degree of relief as well.
I just want to say Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. We are living in some weird times right now, but we all still have a lot to be thankful for. Thank you everyone for all of your support, it truly means the world to me.
Please enjoy the show and “God Bless America”.
Hope you and yours had a great thanksgiving.
Happy Thanksgiving to you sir!
Thanks for all this!
Much Love from East Tennessee
I nominate Navy Seal Don Shipley to be on your show!!! 👊🏼🇺🇸
Thanks Man. Happy Thanksgiving to you amd your family! ⚓️
@@wyatthunter5876 Master Chief calling out the fakers to their faces.
Never gets old!
I second your vote!
I really appreciate Shawn's ability to not interrupt his guest repeatedly. Rare talent of a Podcaster
AMEN!!!!! He's such a gifted interviewer.
He’s a good interview, for sure ~🙏🏻⬆️🇺🇸
He’s definitely my favorite podcaster. His ability to just listen to the guys is one of many reasons I love this show.
Which should be a regular fucking thing .. listen to what someone has to say , if they are not insulting , dont interrupt ,listen first then object , dispute , show arguments, move on .. holy fck we are doomed
Very true
I feel like this guy just showed me his heart. Everything was raw as hell with no sugarcoating. So much respect for doing this. I can’t believe I got to watch this for free.
Best I've ever seen. At 1:40:05 Is he talking about the British SAS 22 Regiment ?
Top tier individual
His name was turned upside down in his team room for dishonor.
@@fightingsolveseverything7667 what does this even have to do with the video? Or his story? You needed that detail to feel fulfilled for watching or what? Your purpose is confusing.
@@fightingsolveseverything7667 for what? How would you even know this?
To be completely honest, this is the single most genuine expression of reality I’ve ever seen on any social media platform.
He didn’t hide anything. Told us he let people down. Just told his story. Mad fucking respect.
Agreed
To hell with it being on social media, its the single most genuine expression of reality out of a humans mouth that ive heard. Period. Thats a tremendous amount of shit to unpack, tremendous.
Word.
true
I was a PJ on rotation with teams 10 & 6 from 02 - 09 and was with DJ when he took the .45 to his chest plate. He’s being so conservative in his heroism here.
Almost all tier 1 operators on here are just so insanely humble. Cannot even imagine what you guys actually have done and gone through. Yet all of you are just the coolest , calm people alive. We are so lucky we have men like you ❤
Thank you for everything you’ve done and gone through for America and us citizens. We aren’t capable of understanding, but I hope you know we care about all of you. Speaking for myself, y’all can’t understand how much love I have for each and every one of you! God Bless!
Thank you for your service. May God bless you and give you peace.
Appreciate you serving brotha! Hope all is well for you and your family!
He’s so humble
This is fucking priceless. This isn't an interview with an SF operator, this a self help video. Worth his weight in gold to the human race is DJ Shipley. Props to Shawn for giving DJ the space he needed to get this out. Both of them true warriors.
navy seal. SF is army fyi.
@@OutofRegSailors All branches of service have Special Forces units. FYI
@@hotbello0071SPECIAL FORCES are Green Berets dude all branches have special operations forces (SOF)…if you’re going to fact check…be correct FYI
I’m so 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@@tylerneloms374😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
I'm a wounded vet (below knee amputee) who was shot and almost died because of it. Participating in almost 10-years of therapy didn't do nearly as much as the last 15-20 minutes of this video. Thank you for this.
Thank you for your service! You gave a lot for our country, please don’t forget that.
Thank you for your service and sacrifices!
wow great to hear, keep getting better my man
Thank you for your service. My grandfather fought in WW2, and lost an eye in Poland from mortar shrapnel. My family has always supported disabled vets.🙏🇺🇸
Thanks for your service and sacrifice
I am a 51 yr old female, happily married for 31 years and with two daughters and one grandchild. I live a pretty sheltered life. Honestly, I'm not sure what possessed me to watch anything like this. Watching this has blown me away. I better clarify, not literally! My mouth is still wide open at all I've seen and heard. The thought that someone who doesn't even know me is putting his life on the line for his country and me is overwhelming. I'm feeling so blessed right now. I'll never meet DJ Shipley, but it would be an honor. Anyhow, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Thank you for making me see that my life is a piece of cake compared to some of the things you've gone through. I don't think that I will ever feel sorry for myself again. You're amazing!!!! Thank you for giving all of yourself to our country. To end this on a lighter side, my husband thinks that the only thing that DJ Shiply might not survive is my cooking! I fear he could be correct!
Interesting insight. I think most of the listeners are other veterans like myself, it’s almost like therapy hearing other people’s stories that have gone through similar things. It is cool that it was beneficial for you to listen to and to hear your appreciation. There’s guys serving like this guy that movies can’t even show any comparison. People don’t really understand fully what our special operations community consists of. Thanks for the comment and a bunch of other people liked your comment also so it was appreciated by many. Take care.
@user-tn7hn3fv2b thanks for your service. I wish I could have the honor to serve.
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@@LP3me sorry I apparently typed that in my pocket. I listen to these on my headphones while I work. Helps my day
40 years as a board certified Emergency Physician. So many emotions watching this video. The one that stands out is “why do we treat our warriors like shit when they get messed up trying to protect us?” Do not take away their specialty pay when they go on medical. Give them any and all the medical, emotional, and psychological support they need….indefinitely.
As a civilian, I have absolutely NO problem paying more in taxes to make that possible for the vets.
Amen
What does you being a Physician have to do with anything you just said…
@@scipio6215 Civilian US ER doctors and nurses, especially in urban centers, can suffer from PTSD too. So I can relate. Our military has an added layer of stress: life changing or life ending injuries.
@@scipio6215PTSD can happen to doctors. Especially ER docs. Can you imagine the injuries they see on a day to day basis?
Can we all stop and appreciate how good of a storyteller DJ is?
Whenever i think i have a bad day.....i think about this, i watch it! I couldnt agree more!
For real
Must run in the family his old man is a good at it too
True sign of intelligence and a brain that operates fast paced. Instant decision making ability.
Like father like son. Now that I mention it, mom is great storyteller as well. One of the great American families.
I met DJ in Atlanta airport and told him how much this interview saved my life. He was super humble. Why i watch this show.
Dj is a chump, getting innocent people arrested
@@REPR100tell him to his face, you clown
@@REPR100what
@@RickColeman_M3 Google it
@@REPR100you’re a clown
This is one of the best interviews I’ve watched. I never thought I’d want a 4 and half hour interview to be longer.
I’ve never in my life come across a piece of media that could, not only maintain my uninterrupted attention on a topic for a duration of 4+ hrs straight, but also keep me so 100% fully engaged in what I was watching to the point that I lost my sense of time and allowed 4+ hours to fly by in what felt like only an hour
This is my cardio attention diverter. Wife makes me put Shawn on when we team up to kill zombies.
Yes
The balls and the guts on this guy to completely pour out his heart is amazing and a true testament to all the warriors that even the elite of the elite are still human
Imagine how much physical pain he will endure the rest of his life because of all that has happened to him. I wish him the best of luck..
My 4 year old son is in the hospital from severe burns today. As I watch this, between the crying from making sure my son is ok and listening to DJ, I am in awe of such men. Men like him make me feel forever proud to be an American. This IS and will forever be the Greatest country. It hit me like a ton of bricks when he spoke about his wife. I admire how she stuck by his side. I've had very similar experiences with my girlfriend and I'm beyond lucky to have her. Love you Shawn. Hope nothing but good fortune for you and your family.
Prayers from Maine for your son buddy… sad to hear that
@@MB-rh1qd I really appreciate that. He's going to be ok. Just a scary situation. I am so glad I watched this interview.
The bible says a good woman is worth more than rubys or gold. Whether you believe the bible or not I challenge anyone to disprove that statement. Never take her for granted if what you say is true. And I don't know your style but I say put a damn ring on that womans finger!
@@Ted-Stryker getting married next summer! I'll never do enough to deserve her.
@@picolascage5270 Nice dude! I wish you both the best congratulations.
What I love about Shawn Ryan is that he brings on guests who have a story and lets them talk. Shawn spoke for all of about 5 minutes. He knows when to talk and when to stay out of the way. Outstanding interview! Oh and Patsy is a badass.
@I AM I’m sure if you asked her she’d disagree so it’s none ya business
@I AM said the guy doin nothing compared to what these heroes do
@I AM learn how to spell keyboard warrior. Kids like you wouldnt last a day on the field. Youre hating on a dude whos accomplished more in his life than you ever will lol go cry some more
Patsy is the wife every man wishes he had
But the video is ruined with all the fucking ads
I can not believe this is free. This is the rawest and realest conversation I’ve ever heard.
Shawn is the best interviewer. Just let the story be told. He doesn't add his story he just lets it happen. Great job!!
So true, a lot of interviews are unbearable! They will cut the host off every 30 seconds! I saw one the other day and even the host said “just let me tell the story!!”. He was a N Korean guy who made it to the US, he was a happy go lucky dude and that’s amazing after hearing what he had to go through!
I’ve always thought that. Love how he lets them talk and doesnt add his stories as we know he has several stories of his own
He has learned and developed so much as an interviewer...he let's them speak without interuption...and allows them often to get things out that perhaps they haven't before. We are so blessed and privileged to sit back and hear men like this and hear the REALITIES of war close up.
SRS is a National Tresure in that it Forces us to Hear these men and what sacrifices they make. Gives me hope that the MEDIA just doesn't adequately cover or even try.
He's stoned off the editable gummies
Episodes like this reinforce how hungry people are for real, long form conversation. Keep fighting the fight Shawn; no doubt these interviews are tough for you-as well as your guests-but you are bridging the gap between those who served in the military and those who did not in an incredibly positive way. Thanks for jumping on these grenades so we can all learn and become better.
I really appreciate that. Thank you 🙏🏻
Well said. This level of human communication and reverence for the fallen (and those still in service) is priceless in this new world full of disinformation and shallow, self-aggrandizing, social media vomit.
Thanks for putting in the work so we can learn history.
These are incredible.
Well said! I echo that sentiment. This is so eye opening and healthy for the mind.
right? there's no doubt some of the stories are very relatable for him and run him back through the ringer also, it takes a lot of moral fortitude to re-expose himself to that, I'm impressed how well he keeps the focus from himself and on his guest,
Very well said my friend. 👍
This one moved me. I’m a former Navy CT OGA guy who worked with DevGru. My last deployment to JBad was a shit show in 2011. I came back and went through a horrible divorce, took a defense contract (left it quickly because of several losses on former team plus ongoing divorce), and moved states away to the mountains. I distinctly remember extortion 17. I carried everything myself for a very long time, and it nearly broke me. I watched friends check out. That honestly looked like the best option for me, too. But damn, if I didn’t find the most amazing woman to help pull me from the weeds. I know what it feels like to have written the note and made the video… and still be here. It does get better. We just have to talk with each other. It really sucks to fly solo for the first time when you need someone the most. Thanks, D. J. And Shawn. I’m new to this channel, but this one hit home to me. Much appreciated. Cheers fellas.
Thank you for your sacrifice & service, brother. So happy you found your way out of the darkness. ❤
❤
God bless you brother
@@RedHeadTAT2dNURSE red headed tattooed nurses are my kryptonite
Glad you're still here!
I know this is 2years old but this is the best interview I’ve ever heard, wish one day I could meet this man and say thank you for your service and your life experiences. This interview has saved my life and marriage, bless you.
Just finished it.. totally agree
Dj is a F-ING beast!
Same here man! Just finished it! Holy shit what a great interview!
This is the best ever
Agreed
this guy needs a movie. Hell, the way he tells his story he could even write the screenplay himself. Really awesome interview. Thanks for this.
I agree, but most of these guys don't want the publicity. Some do. Some don't. He seems the type that wants his story told, but not by Hollyweird.
Who wants to see a movie about shooting civilians and canoeing?
@@nielscarp okay, Karen.
Legit
He gets that storytelling from his dad. I could listen to Don Shipley reading a list of ingredients and it would be entertaining
DJ came on and absolutely owned his shit, this episode broke me down multiple times. I’m glad it focused on his story and didn’t side track to his dad. He crawled out of the deepest darkest hole and redeemed his life. The common theme with him and Eddie is they married remarkable women who are the real heroes in their lives. God bless and keep up the good work Shawn
agree 1000%
Harumph
No doubt. Extraordinary women
The moment when I learned about Patsy Dietz Shipley and how she hyphenated her name and kept the Dietz I ran off to tell my wife, while crying.
I have seen a lot of Mike Ritlands and your podcasts and i enjoy Them a lot. This one stands out like something special. I have the upmost respect for Mr Shipley and he’s family. And i wish you and your family all the Best 🙏 A Big thank you here from 🇩🇰 For sharing this from your career in the military
amazing show brother, keep up the phenomenal work
Thank you brother. That means a hell of a lot coming from you.
You guys gota get together for round two! Love y’all
You sir have a rad podcast. Been a fan since I saw you with Drago and Shane. YOU keep up the phenomenal work Mike
Mike you gotta get in contact with DJ, he did say he loves dogs more than people, maybe there's a relationship there.
"So.....I needed to dangerous stuff still......so.....I hooked up wires to the powerlines....and I started making fuckin' 🛹's "
"Then.......I had....these enzymes....they fucked off....and I was fine.."
"Soo....uhhh....needed to do more dangerous stuff....so I started crying......
told Patsie I was going to skate at 7/11.....went out and did some jumps...."
Shawn: "Damn.."
I am sry. Cannot resist.
😁😁😆😅🤣
I don't know what to say. DJ has just humbled me to my core. I live in England and am new to this channel. The way he narrates is so engaging. Shawn I must say massive respect to you for staying silent and giving him the time to speak and getting his heart and soul out. This is one of the most honourable men I have ever heard. I have watched other SRS interviews. In one episode it was revealed the US send 50m dollars a week to fund your enemies. Why not stop that and spend 50m a week on the servicemen and their families? I have never met you Sahwn, or DJ, or any other of your guests but I have more respect for all of you for bringing this to the public than any of my own government. You are truly people of honour, courage and liberty. There are not enough words in the English language for all of us civilians to convey our heartfelt thanks for providing us our freedoms since WW2. But THANK YOU! Please keep doing what you are doing. I am hooked and people like you and all the other honourable service personnel should be the people running countries...not politicians. Thank you. Keep up the good work. Love, respect, and honour to you all for your selfless sacrifices to ensure safety to the free world. Thanks to brave people like you, our families and children sleep peacefully at night.
Shawn- As an outside salesperson who spends far too much time in a car, I've listened to literally thousands of hours of podcasts. This is the best interview I've ever heard. Your style of interviewing every person I've seen you have on your show is like freakin truth serum. And Mr. Shipley's courage to tell his story, in every aspect of his life complete with the ugly and shameful times, combined with your ability to ask the question then shut up and listen to the answer made this conversation truly special. Thank you very much for bringing us along on the journey. Thank you, Mr. Shipley for your raw honesty.
I've watched this 3 times, going on my 4th. I wish millions of people saw this, because I know this is what they want to witness and need to witness. This episode alone has changed my life.
Me too !!! 🙏
How EXACTLY has it changed your life?
(Not challenging you, just asking you to quantify your change of mindset for your own benefit)
Epic story. You guys are definitely special operators
it literally has more than 2.5 million views already :DDD
@@TangoCharlieWhiskey96 HOW does this *NOT* CHANGE YOU!???.... Did yu even actually listen to everything the entire video and what this Man went through??...
Fellow Team guy here. I thought I was alone until I watched this episode. I worked with DJ's dad, Senior Chief Don Shipley at ST2 and remember DJ as a kid at various times on trips to AP Hill or Ft Pickett. While I took a different track in the Teams, I didn't know his career would intersect mine. Then I retired in 2010 and went through the whole medical retirement and isolation episode alone. A process that has been very difficult until today. So much truth spoken during this episode. I don't know how to process it. DJ the III and Ryan maybe someday we can talk, I think you guys might have saved my life. So much gratitude to you both.
Extraordinary to read your comment. Thank you for your service as well. I thank God constantly for men like you, DJ, and Shawn who have served our country at the highest level. I have some SOF in my family as well (7th SFG and 160th), and I don't know where our world would be without the community. Many blessings. Praying for you and your healing. Have a wonderful Christmas season. :)
God bless you ❤️
Amen 🙏🏻
I love watching Don and Diane's videos calling out the fake operators/vets.
I wasn’t sure if that was his dad thanks for commenting. Wow.. what a family! Big fan of the Shipleys
Man this has me in tears. This is seriously the realest show of someone bearing their soul and flaws and experiences
This is the most brutally honest, and sincere podcast I’ve ever watched. The way this man delivers his stories is nothing like I’ve ever heard. Much respect!
So insane! Glad he’s all good
Yes abso-fuckin-lutley! 🤙
This seriously needs to be a movie. The battle overseas, the battle at home and the battle within himself- it’s next level shit that Hollywood can’t even come close to.
Needs to be a series. No way you could capture everything in two hours. I’d definitely binge watch.
Hollywood doesn’t deserve to profit from DJs story. I wish a collective can be created between like minded individual’s to fund a series or movie and profits given to the warriors involved.
Yep. And give all the proceeds to vets
Hollywood has gone so deeply Leftist that "American Sniper" could not be made today. That's just over eight years ago now. Not only would Hollywood not take up this movie idea, it could only deform it on every level. Best choice now for a sane, sound, and respectful serialization of Shipley's story is Ben Shapiro's media org, The Daily Wire. Their studio group have already put out two or three well-made films, all in line with everything you and I live by, and have committed to more. It's just part of the beginning of the Great Breakaway, wherein we are building a parallel society---of businesses, national products and services, media, education, and entertainment, all unbeholden to the malignant, nearly extraterrestrial mental deformity that now characterizes the Left and endangers both the Shawn Ryan Show and everyone of our opinions, both written and spoken.
I do hope Daily Wire or similar takes a look at this, and moves your excellent idea to a place where men like DJ and Shawn need no longer struggle to be seen or heard....
Or merely exist.
Made me think that Seal Team show based Jason Hayes on him
This is by far the most unbelievable interview I’ve ever watched and I cannot believe I got to watch this for free, I mean, genuinely the best thing to ever come off of my screen in my life and I mean that.
I 10000% agree....just blown away.
I know this is a 2 year old video from Shawn Ryan, but i would like to say thank you to DJ Shipley for your service and such a courageous, disciplined and devoted time serving our country. I also want to say im sorry for the losses you and your friend's have had throughout the years. I greatly appreciate your stories and point of view as a civilian. I have immense respect for you and Mr. Ryan. Thank you for opening up and sharing such an excellent talk with shawn, and giving insight to how people who are enlisted actually deal with things. God bless the both of you DJ Shipley take care sir!
DJ is MEANT to be alive . There is definitely purpose for his being alive now.
This was The longest interview I've listened to and quite possibly the best.
This was one of the most powerful interviews I’ve ever seen. DJ did not hold back and left it all out there. Good , bad, and the ugly.
Incredible podcast.
No BS podcast very refreshing
I'm only 3/4ths of the way through and I've never heard one man share his life so honestly. The respect I have for DJ is more than I can express and he's lived the life I wanted to since I was a kid. He is THE man. What a great show, Shawn.
Well get ready for BANANA FARTS BRO
Bro. Shawn, best podcast/video ever. Former military here. Nowhere near as badass as either of you, but the heart and soul that DJ dropped is unmatched. Thank you. Tears were dropped over here....two years later. Understandable how you have 4.5 million views on this.
DJ's honesty about TBI, medical retirement, PTSD/Operator Syndrome, rehab, transition to civilian life, and personal life outside the military is, so far, the most thorough, candid, and well-articulated of all the The Shawn Ryan Show interviews. Ed Calderon, Tu Lam, and DJ Shipley are easily top 3 because these guys are the most introspective and reflective about their experiences, not to mention that they all have similar threads of thoughts. And, holy shit, has DJ experienced pain and adversity! He has nine lives.
Oh my God I couldn't have put it in better words. There has to be a God.
Please Bless These Men Please.
Try Mikal Vega.. Top 3
His wife is nothing short of a fucking legend. I cant help think as much as he went through she dealt with it as well plus raised a family. She needs her own episode of her side of it
Yes she's an amazing woman!!
That would be such a cool interview to watch. Nobody ever digs into that side of war, Hopefully Shawn does.
Exactly
I wonder if Shawn’s wife would consider starting a podcast. The Ms. Ryan show.
@@sybau578 no shit
Man, I’ve got a lot of respect and admiration for DJ and how honest he was in this interview.
I'm ex British military and I was stunned when you started talking about pain killers and opiate addiction, gave me goose pimples because its the exact story of my own life, I've felt such shame for years because of that and you guys made me feel better to know I'm not the only one , much love and respect to you.....the best of human beings ❤ 🙂
Thank you dude!
LOL @"goose pimples"
Much respect. Thank you for serving
Yeah I been there. It's a tough fight that I'm proud to be winning at last! For eight years now.
True words spoken.....One of the biggest problems you never understanded
This isn’t an ego story time. This is bearing his soul and speaking up for his family. Bringing truth to light.
This must be lifted ⬆️.
I will support this work
I love how you sit back and let them tell their story. Too many interviewers try to interject or cut their guests off. Kudos to you! 👏👏
Absolutely right Jeremy! He just sits back and listens. Most podcasters on the military side anyway, will sit and talk about their own careers for a half hour lol. Keep it up Shawn
You’re are right.
Good musicians know what notes to play but the best know when not to play.
As a father, a firefighter, a paramedic and a police officer who has has a “black cloud” overhead since day 1 it seems…. your channel is EXACTLY what needs to be listened and viewed by a much larger crowd. I’m new to the podcast listening game. Your channel and your interviews have made me a fan for life. Your guests and their stories, specially DJ Shipley whom I just listen to hit close to home. THANK YOU for doing what your doing and speaking with these true American Patriots
This is hands down one of the best interviews I've ever heard. The depth of this interaction is so incredibly important. Listening to a tier 1 warrior put it all on the line is something we should all be grateful and appreciative for. Shawn, brother, amazing work.
It takes a real, mature man to give an interview like DJ does here. Shawn did another outstanding job of not interfering with his guests story and injecting his own stories and bs, which is what makes Shawn the absolute best interviewer.
Dj is so mature he has his buddy’s arrest innocent people, tier one douche
No matter the view count please keep pumping these out. I know these are inspiring the next generation of warriors. Thank you for all you’ve done for the community.
I will. Thank you 🙏🏻
Not only inspiring a next generation but putting confidence in an older generation that not all worriers for America after the 21st century are a bunch of.... well you know. Shawn you show us REAL MEN that served, and their stories and commitment makes us older folks feel a bit better today. So thanks for that too.
@@Ted-Stryker spot on brother.
I'm 24 and agree.
I don’t trust the view count. I just assume it’s probably manipulated at this point.
What a fucking hero - not because he was a warrior and put his life and body on the line, but because he could sit there and bare his soul. Bravest thing I have every witnessed, that badass warrior be so vulnerable and honest. DJ's wife sounds like an absolute warrior herself, the real MVP in all of this and DJ doesn't hide that fact.
This is the first time I have seen the ShawnRyanShow. We all need to see this stuff like this especially the young men of today. I’m 33 years old I did 10 years and United States Army I had the pleasure to meet some guys from seal team three when I was in Iraq and they were all so cool and so full of knowledge. I appreciate what you guys do. Thank you so much.
“Send it.” DJ certainly did that over and over again. Wow, this is one of the greatest interviews I’ve ever seen. Very appreciative and blessed to witness such a selfless display of vulnerability from a man who walked with Giants. Big thanks for this one. 🙏
My God, that was the most raw, brutally honest interview of a Tier One Operators life I have ever seen. I was shocked at the way he recalled some of his truly terrifying firefights. This is you best work Shawn. Thank you and congrats.
I just watched 5 episodes every night for the past five nights. I am hooked. Discharged Army Infantry (11B) here and I thought what I went through was rough…I cannot believe what these guys go through.
This is the best show I’ve ever seen.
How do you even have time? How do you earn money? Sleep? Be a productive member of society?
I love the pod but maan come on fam
It is a podcast all you need is functioning ears and you can do whatever while listening
@@JayPea-lk5rtShut up
This story busted me up. I reached out to my wife with tears in my eyes and let her know just how much I love her. Thank you for being a super human and speaking truth DJ. Thank you Sean for making the content you do. So much respect for you dudes.
This is the most amazing interview of any military veteran I have seen. Holy shit. This guys story is one that needs to be everywhere. His story may be a Seal story, but it resonates on many levels with veterans at every level. The commitment to the job, the injuries, the depression, the suicidal ideologies, the continued depression. It just resonates in so many ways with so many veterans I know. He went deep. There's so much to unpack here. This is truly just a special story.
I'm speechless. He doesn't need a phone booth to change into Superman. Thank you for your sacrifce, your inspiration. Your line about "Is it good for the team? No? then why are you doing it?" Will resonate with me forever. Thank you Shawn for giving us window into the community so we can have a small understanding of what we are hugely grateful and indebted to you all for.
From a Aussie all the way across the pond between us, thanks for a awesome look into your life without any bullshit, sharing the effects that a life of dedication of service doing the things we can't do so we are safe in our beds at night, thank you for your service and living the warriors life, to all your brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice, R.I.P and Lest We Forget
This has to be the best interview ever. For a Tier 1 guy to open up his heart and his life to millions, speaks volumes. Tough interview to watch, and I'll admit, had my eyes welling up several times. Patsy is a tough woman, for all that she has been through in her life. I am praying that you guys make it. You're right, we don't deserve women like that. I know I don't deserve mine. One in a million. Wishing the best for DJ. Semper Fi!
Based on this quality, SRS HAS TO BE the first to get Christian Craighead for a sit down. No other will hit the mark and capture the intensity like SRS. This was the best one yet. Unreal.
As a New Yorker I thoroughly enjoyed the Bernard Kerik interview. But Holy shit this was intense
Please get this dude on! Would be awesome not only to hear about the Nairobi attack but the rest of his career.
@@titsmcgee6964 got to. He shows his face already, active on social, pretty sure got a book coming out at some point so would be opportunity to plug it…, no other ‘show’/interview format comes close to SRS. This ep with DJ is best I’ve seen. Stands above the rest.
100 PERCENT! Get Christian Craighead!
Holy fuck this needs to happen
DJ Shipley’s incredible life history. The honesty, this man has, is incredible. One of the best shows on Vigilance Elite.
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One of the best shows/podcasts ever done. I served in 2nd Ranger Bn and can’t say enough about this heartfelt content, hits close to home. Thank you Shawn and DJ.
DJ, I came back to this video to let you know that this interview changed my life. I was running out of motivation, I was skipping the gym, I wasnt training with my firearms. I was getting weak and complacent.
You reminded me that every family needs a MAN. Not a guy that just pays bills, but a fucking warrior.
My health is better, my confidence is up, my sex life has recovered, and I walk with my head held high.
Some men need to hear shit like this to snap them out of their routine. Thank you.
I don't ride skate boards but guess who's getting a skate board now. This interview should win an award. The transparency DJ shared is top notch. GREAT JOB SEAN!!! Thank you for this. So many people are going through tough times and I'm sure this will help so many know they are not alone.
If you like to skate, do it. If you don’t, probably shouldn’t worry about it. Simply seeing someone else do something and doing it just because they do it is some weak minded sheep bs.
This is the most honest interview on youtube. It takes courage and self reflection to own your mistakes publicly. No politician/celebrity/athlete would say that. His honesty is refreshing. Him referencing Black Hawk Down makes me like him even more.
1,000,000 % agree!!! Bad ass frogman
Agreed, but it's an insult to compare this warrior, to those scum in politics, I know you're not tho . Our best are those fighting for our country regardless of political views... NEVER the ones making the stupid ass policies.. 🙏
And he is the hardest one of em all too. All my respect to these guys!
Almost 2yrs as of here & now. Aug.2022
@ana you said it... its hard to watch
That dude poured his heart out, that was one of the most genuine interviews i ever watched. Thank you Shawn, great job.
Seriously the most real impactful story and conversation I've ever heard in the 63 years of my life. My appreciation to you for sharing your story and service immeasurable.
“It’s ok to be not ok” no truer words will ever be spoken! Thank you for sharing your story brother. Third time watching and listening.
Brother, it’s not only the shop and your kids that Need you, it’s everyone you meet and hears your story, I ran into this video at just the right time, thank you for your vulnerability and everything else.
This has got to be the best and most engaging interview and story ever! It hits every emotion in the human body. I truly feel DJ needed to share his story, in order to progress.
Thank you Shawn, for being there for DJ and just listening to him let it all out. You guys are loved by millions of people that you've never even met!
Well, at least 670k
23 years old in the process of becoming a military aviator. Intrigued by all things military and stumbled into this podcast. The best interview I have ever watched. Thank you for your service, sharing your story, and being the most real human on planet earth. Took a lot from this and changed my perspective on life. Nothing but respect for these two soldiers. God bless.
I pray DJ knows how many of us regular folks he’s helping just by being so open and honest. Truly inspiring man🙏🏻❤️
This guy is a living legend. No words for the respect I have for him. Shawn too. All these guys who went down range and got some.
I'm 36 years old. My father served for 34 years.
Today I found someone who understands what my childhood was like.
Cheers, DJ. Keep up the amazing work.
Some people don’t understand whether it’s the military or being a cop- When there’s a “family business” you are expected to live up to or expected/assume to just do, there’s so much to it. When you are given lessons or trained for something nearly from the time you are born…… some people will never understand unless you have gone through it.
@@bunkshaner22 wow..very well said
I was the youngest in a family 👪 business 24/7..thank You .great podcast S.R.....🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@@lexshpil8232 I was the oldest male on both sides of the family business. The family business was double sided
Man that was the best interview I have watched in quite some time. I was 4 1/2 hours long and I was glued to my computer to the last word. The depth of thought and open dialog was immense. Brave on that interview Shawn, you let him give the whole story and didn't interrupt with the typical questions. I can only describe it as HONESTY.
DJ poured out his heart and snatched all the skeletons out of the closet. Took me two days to watch the entire video. So powerful. God bless DJ and his family and you too Shawn for this platform.
It was as much of a therapy session for him, and to be honest, probably everyone that lost someone. Brought back some faces I hadn’t seen in a while.
💯 to the reply and the comment.
super honest; no posturing
In many ways I was lucky: 8yrs as an MP and zero combat deployments. But I’ve served with, trained with, trained, known many others that did. Known some that died in accidents, combat, and suicide.
Many people went to FOB SHANK, I knew SSG Shank. His was the first remembrance service I had been to and there wasn’t a dry eye in the chapel.
One of my soldiers went and left the Army Reserve and became an Okie Guard infantry officer, named Lt Joe Cunningham. Miss that man something fierce! I can remember the day I got the phone call that he had died, was just before midnight and I was working patrol on post when our mutual friend called to tell me. I was in denial till I saw his body in the coffin. For several years I carried the guilt that I wasn’t there to help him.
@@soonerfrac4611 the place I went to college had MP’s as their guard units. I knew several classmates who joined to get college paid for. We had not had a real war in ages. We started school the end of August 2001. You can guess what happened to them. Multiple tours to Afghanistan and Iraqi plus they were back in the US between deployments just in time to go help with Katrina. They said the superdome was worse than anything else they saw. They were lucky and smart enough to keep off camera and out of the prisoner abuse scandals tho they worked both prisons during the time of the prisoner abuse scandal.
This was a roller coaster. Just when it seemed to chill it got more and more intense. He really gave the full human experience from start to finish without any filter. Great storyteller and the interviewer just let him tell it, incredible. Feel honored to have heard his experience. Thanks so much for this.
HEAVY episode. This man is a born and bred warrior, to his core, literally and figuratively. His storytelling and insight, into his life experiences, was so beyond comprehension. Soooo much gratitude, for humans like him, and who he spoke so highly of. 🙏
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To think that Democrats & modern feminists want men like this to no longer exist is insane.
It's men like this who make it possible to live easy & comfortable lives
To think that Democrats & modern feminists want men like this to no longer exist is insane.
It's men like this who make it possible to live easy & comfortable lives
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Do you need a tampon?
@@lucasbrown7542 move to EUROPE.
Raw, sincere, no apologies, just real hardcore reality check. Awesome
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I never thought I would ever watch a 4.5 hour interview on UA-cam. But no lie I was on the edge of my seat during this interview. Shawn, DJ I just want to say thank you for giving us your time. And thank you both for sacrificing so much for our country.
Without a doubt, one of the most powerful interviews that I think has ever been recorded. If more people had the heart and soul that DJ portrays here, we would be in a lot better world.
Shawn Ryan is the best interviewer period.
Most honest interview ever, felt his emotion. You could see the pain in his eyes talking about fallen team mates
This interview is going to save countless lives. Military, police, firefighters, etc.
This was incredible from start to finish. Im not from any Military background actually a miner my career so far. Loved the honest open and raw conversation. More conversations like this need to happen, elite top teir professionals shining a light behind the curtain. The love for the job and the details DJ showed was awe inspiring and the work he and the ones surrounding him these days are doing for others is what the world needs more of. 4.5 hours went in a flash! Thanks shawn!
Shawn Ryan has a lot of amazing interviews. I’m always saying, “That’s the best one yet.” I really appreciate that he lets his guests speak without interruptions. This is one from very early on, but is incredible. There’s really not a dull moment in it and so many incredible stories from DJ. It’s humbling to hear not just the level of commitment he had, but what he and his teammates actually experienced. We owe all of them a debt of gratitude for their service.
Dude, where else can you get a 4+ hour interview (every time) with a guy that knows how to conduct an interview & asks the right questions & let’s the subject talk. Unbelievable. This is the stuff I want to hear. Really like to hear the stuff discussed when no outsiders are around. Kick ass, thanks Shawn
This was the only time I’ve ever seen a 4+ hour playtime on UA-cam and was stoked on it. Honestly.
Thank you DJ and Shawn. I’m confident it helped many people who could relate with your stories, military or not.
On my 2nd day of this interview! Kudos Shawn and Dj. You know how to get an interview done.
they both (with shawn) have the same basic/deployment background...so with shawn's business perspective it synchronizes on "time" for the interview, content and pace.
Talk about a slap of reality and perspective. The mental fortitude of these guys is almost super human. This was, by far, the most intense interview I’ve ever listened to. I’m happy this man found peace.
This was one of if not the most impressive interview I've ever listened to. Thanks for doing these. Thank You to DJ for his service and his continuing service to his brothers who suffer mentally and physically. "It's ok to not be ok" is a great message.
Re watching one of my favourite SRS Interviews. We've come so far everyone! Thankyou for everything.
This is the greatest and most honest conversation I have ever seen. I stayed glued to the purity between you two for 4.5 hours. I had no idea who this man was before the interview, but now the respect and the knowledge gained is astounding. Hopefully one day I will see him at GBRS Group. Damn this was great.
Well said. I completely agree!
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One of the best podcasts made by anyone, ever. This is such a solemn episode and Shawn Ryan again pays such great respect to his guest.
I've watched this interview at least twice in it's entirety; and dozens of times in segments. What an amazing story of chasing your dreams, heroism and vividly describing his own struggles. He brought a true humanity to these operators. It's impossible to imagine what DJ went through, and ultimately everyone who served and was effected by war
Me too it took me two years.....
Me too brother, third full run through at the moment
Just spent 4 1/2 hrs watching this (good work Shawn). The most heroic thing is his honesty. Not many men would share the level of detail he does of his flaws. Every assumed hero/great person has them. I wish he and his family the best. .....One of my favorite tales that is told with different versions but still the same point:
An old Cherokee tale that tells of a grandfather teaching life principles to his grandson:
“A fight is going on inside me,” he says to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil - he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.” He continued, “The other is good - he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.
"The same fight is going on inside you - and inside every other person, too.”
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?”
The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed."...... DJ , like 99% of men has fed both wolves at different times in his life.
"If I paint it real in my head, my body won't know the difference."
Absolutely true. Train, train and train and take it seriously.
You guys are awesome, keep it up!
I appreciate all your hard work Shawn! Sadly sitting alone watching this is how I’m spending my Thanksgiving. But I’m still extremely thankful for what I have! And I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for this country!🙏🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼
Happy Thanksgiving Ryan. Cheers 🍻
Happy Thanksgiving, Ryan. You'll always have a place at my table. Take care.
You're alone but you're not alone! Lots of us out here holding down the fort by ourselves. 🇺🇲
Yo Ryan you're not alone bro we're here with you.
You're not alone bro.
It’s an honor to have had the privilege of watching this. Thanks Shawn.
One of the best interviews yet! A true warrior in war and life!! God bless DJ! Thank you for the interview Shawn!!!
This was by far the BEST and most sincere conversation from two of America's finest Operators that I've ever heard ! My hats off to you both for what this turned into ..
As I finish this up, it seems this interview was almost therapeutic for DJ. He wanted to get into all the details with barely any probing from Shawn. I’m glad he felt comfortable enough in VE’s environment to get into the real shit. Best episode yet.
DJ Shipley and Andy Stumpf are my favorites former DEVGRU operators.
Both are so humble yet so badass and it's just fascinating to listen to them.
I can listen to Andy for hours and hours. He's intelligent, thinks before he speaks and his humor is painfully much like mine
Jocko is pretty awesome too
Andy is cool and all but dj is def the more badass. He's been thru batttllessss
@@themarkl0813 both are badass, both were in battles and they both got in DEVGRU at the ages of 22 and 23, that alone shows how good they are.
@@cans597 I agree but it's pretty safe to say DJ was in more actual shoot outs than Andy. BTW, I follow both of them pretty welll. Seen almost all of Andy's podcast and interviews. Awesome dude for sure but I'm going to battle with DJ all day.
I was recently introduced to the SRS by a fellow Veteran. This interview was simply amazing. I want to thank Mr. Shipley for telling his story. It takes tremendous courage for a person to speak up and talk about what is going on inside of them. It is ok to talk about what they have gone through. That was the biggest thing I took away for this episode. Im so thankful for everything you have done and are doing for our country. God Bless you!!!!
This was hands down his best episode - the gut wrenching truth that is shared, you can't fake that or force it. We got to see a true hero bare his soul, and it was powerful. Thank you DJ for being willing to be so transparent, I hope it brought you a degree of relief as well.