I’m a Brit, watching & listening to this talk, Prince needs to be running for President & build a team to get the USA sorted out, These kind of thinkers need to be in positions to effect change.
Never happen, they’ll do the same thing they’ve done to everyone else that could be effective. They fight them at every turn and just pile on till they’re gone.
Erik Prince delivered the most impressive insight on the economics of modern warfare and foreign policy I’ve ever heard. His willingness to expose the poor decision making and bureaucracy is absolutely enlightening. Amazing to listen to his experience and expertise on this subject.
You are right but remember he is also trying to push a business model. He lost me when he promoted 2000 mules by saying the eye does not lie.... That's some propaganda BS right there
@@gregorymountain4123 What are your thoughts on the INSURRECTION HEARINGS currently being held ? Let me guess … January 6 was an actual coup which almost took down the US government in one afternoon by dudes wearing Levi jeans and Abercrombie & Fitch hoodies - am I right ? Propaganda indeed😂
Erik has a gifted mind. Very well studied in history, warfare and politics. This was the first time I’ve heard him speak and it made me realize that the American people genuinely have no idea what happened in the Middle East over the past 2+ decades.
I knew very little of Erik Prince prior to this interview. I can't believe how a person like this isn't running things. He's so knowledgeable in vast subjects, is a problem solver, and a patriot. Beyond impressed.
Precisely what I was thinking .... Trump would be wise to have this guy on his team for 2024... he has gotta be one of the smartest, well versed people I've ever heard ... pleasantly surprised and beyond impressed.
But how is it patriotic to establish a security company that helps Chinese operations? I'm glad he's resigned from FSG (is he still a shareholder though?) but that still doesn't change the fact that he got the ball rolling hard for them.
@@sl1237 people make mistakes. He gave why he started and why he resigned. A lot of people do business with China. A lot of athletes are endorsed by them, movie stars funded by them to make movies, businesses outs sourced to them, etc. He was going over the things the USA had to do to get back on top. He's thought this through. He understands what would happen if they took over. Erik understands money, resources, and how to get a job done.
Watching this in 2024 and hearing so much that makes sense in this episode. I’m not giving up hope for this great country, but we’re in bad shape for a lot of the reasons he spoke of here. We need to turn it around!
I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine. So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted. People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them... What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists. This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day. I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
@@ShawnRyanShow 3:27:54 3:38:18 Why are you letting this Nazi apologist clown come on here spreading Pentagon propaganda? Aidar, Azov, Right Sector, C-14 and other Nazi Divisions are responsible for thousands of RU speaking deaths in Donbas/Crimea pre-annexation. I say RU speaking because it's not just ethnic RUs that are attacked. The regime went as far as banning the language the same way Hitler banned Hebrew.
I hardly ever comment, but this was probably the best interview Shawn has ever done. Listening to Eric, I finally felt a little release of the steam that has building inside me. Thank you, gentlemen! Lastly, there are still a lot of good men in this country that are willing to do something about the problems...
i served (contractor) with DoD and DoS in afghanistan for eight tours (mazar sharif and kabul). mr. prince is a patriot, gentleman, academic and leader. every aspect of his communication is with the above principles involved and demonstrated. "he" is what makes our government and constitution work; not the "other" way around. not the "highlight" apex; but when he said instead of playing golf and talking "shop" about work; he and his b/w leadership team would complete an ironMan event, etc. amazing. after completing my seventh (7) tour with DoD in the spring 2014 i was offered a position with Xi (blackwater) i decided to take a position with a DoS contracting firm instead that later (lasted) for about 1.5yrs. (i was so "tried' (physically) at that time). to this "day" i reflect on, and appreciate; that offer and career opportunity.
The man is a treasure trove of military infrastructure and logistics. To be vilified by the politicians like that was infuriating to listen to. Such an awesome interview Shawn!
I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine. So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted. People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them... What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists. This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day. I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
I have always hoped that groups such as BLACKWATER could effect major change on America by DRAINING.THE SWAMP RATS...quietly, quickly, expeditiously........ use your imagination.
Shawn on behalf of the American people, please accept our apology for how you have been treated. Trust that there are millions of us who feel honored to have such dynamic warriors protecting our amazing country. We wish you the best always.
I commented on the Rob O interview as being one of your best. This was by far the most informative interview coming from a highly intelligent & experience individual in all aspects of life. Economic , gov, etc. Its been scary times in the US but this is just the bottom of the spear. Really proud of you Shawn. The caliber of interviews has been monumental. I’m happy to see you backed by sponsors. You deserve that brother. Looking forward to the next one.
I liked it because I had seen interviews of him and they were all the same about Osama so I wasn’t that excited about it. However he did a totally different interview with some of the Osama raid
I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine. So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted. People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them... What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists. This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day. I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
As a lowly Police Recruit whose department trained on Blackwater ranges, I met Erik Prince. I was clearly a recruit in all khaki Dickies and not anywhere operational when there were tons of BravoAlphas on the complex. Erik took a few moments out of his day and talked guns with me at the pro shop. I honestly didn't realize who it was until we were talking. I will never forget that moment.
It's important to remember we all had to start somewhere. That said, all the badasses in the world do it one day at a time, each one just another slice of the pie, at least until it's time for dessert. 😅🎉
And the hildebeast with the Russian collusion hoax tried to rope in Mr Prince into that hoax (a Clinton setup) happy Mr Prince saw it and did not fall into that trap
Mr Ryan, one of the best Interviews I've ever seen. The knowledge and Experience the Mr Prince has is Very Very impressive. You both are True American Heros.
Oh lord I really felt that "I'm becoming infuriated" line. I was gripping my head because I couldn't believe just how incompetent the state department really was. Thank you for bringing light to this situation.
This podcast with Eric is incredible. Being a former Marine, I tend to like all of your content, but this was truly special. I literally went through every emotion I have with a fair amount being pissed off. In the end. I was left feeling hopeful that there are leaders like this in our country willing to speak out and step up should our nation call. Best wishes to you and your family. Semper Fi.
We may not agree on Price but I truly thank you for your Service. Guys like you that served as a Marine are far more important to the success of America. I spend almost 4 years in the Navy way back in the Vietnam era.
Mr. Prince is going to be tough to top! He is so enriched with knowledge and seems to be based on facts an not opinions. I had to listen multiple times to absorb everything. His life experiences are unmatched! How he refrains from loosing his mind is unbelievable! Great job Shawn! Prince for President!
I served with the MP's in Iraq 2003-2004 that were assigned to then Ambassador L. Paul Bremer. Blackwater came in Mid 03 after I conducted a layout with CIA / State Department on our capabilities. Blackwater Team members were true professionals during my encounter with them. They relied on us, we relied on them. Mission accomplished.
@@stevenblythe8360 From the Mueller report, referencing Barbara Ledeen's effort to acquire HRC's emails from her server. After she said she acquired emails off of the dark web, it was none other than Erik Prince who steps in to provide the funding. Why does this smell so much like the Warren Commission?
First of all such a great interview. I was a Marine outside of Fallujah in 2004. We worked with a TF the day before the BW guys were ambushed. We felt responsible for what happened since the entire city was pissed we went in. We were helping another Army unit for a few days and came back to the news and footage of the ambush. We were ready to lay down some hate. After all the wounded and KIAs we were ready to pacify the rest of the city. Politics stepped in and we were pulled out. I can sense the frustration in his voice, it’s the same frustration Marines have. I pray we brought some peace and closure to those involved. Semper Fi. Make Peace or Die!
Same here. I saw the promo for the new EP interview that releases on Monday and after reading some comments about how a bunch of listeners consider him to be one of their favorite guests and that they can’t wait for this new one on Monday. Then I read your comment and I just knew that I had shamefully missed this episode as well. I’m correcting that right now and that way I’ll be ready when the new one drops tomorrow. Thanks for guiding me to this interview, it has been worth every minute. Amazing.🇺🇸🫡🦅
This is an interview I’ve always wanted!! Watching Erik Prince on Tucker Carlson was a tease and left me only wanting more. Thank you Shawn for making this happen and thank you Erik for being willing to open up about all you have and get the truth out there for the world to hear!!!!
Thank you Shawn. I was a DL for BW at 2 different locations. I’d deploy at a moments notice if Erik called me tomorrow. The state dept treated us horribly. Target package or movement package in hand dependent upon what contract we worked,…. DOS is a clown act of the highest order.
The way Shawn interviews is the best! I can’t find anyone else that does it as good as him! Shawn asks all the right questions, all the good stories. Shawn just does it perfectly!
Mike Drop - Mike Ritland Jocko Podcast - Jocko Willink Cleared Hot - Andy Stumpf All great podcasts about military. Shawn Ryan has been on all of them as a guest as well
I know it’s next to impossible for someone like me to directly thank a man such as Erik, but Thank you Mr. Prince. As a civilian Shawn’s show educates my family and I on what our fighting men and women are dealing with. We’re blessed for all of your hard work. The Koeffler family, Marinette Wi. USA.
i lived in abu dhabi when he moved there. was friendly with a couple of his kids, dont shoot me, but i even partied at his house once... couldnt fathom the badassness of this man at that time, but i knew he was something. im glad to have learned more about him, cool calm collected, smart, badass.
I’m a Navy vet, did 9 years contracting mostly in Africa and Mr Prince hit it right on the head. If you’re not big Washington yet get the mission done, they will red tape you out of work and the end result is a failed mission just so someone in Washington or someone’s buddy can get a contract
*@David Health.* too bad that the Africans, who did nothing to you, your family nor to your country did not make you swallow your birth certificate. *TOO BAD.*
Shawn. This was one of your best and eye opening shows you have ever done. My jaw hit the floor several times. I am an Erik Prince disciple. What a brilliant mind! A true warrior poet. You rock too Sir. Keep up the great work.
Thank you Erik and Shawn. I’m sharing this with all of my family and friends, fellow families that served many tours for 20 years. Thank you for the honesty. I’m angry as heck, but now I have a better understanding. God Bless you!
One of my favorite quotes: “I don't plan to meet my maker tanned, fit, and rested. I intend to be tired, battered, and bruised." - Erik Prince. That's evidenced by not only his physical work, but the continued work he has obviously done with his study of history, the classics, and current events.
Thanks for having Mr. P on the show. Longest Pod Cast I’ve ever listen to! All my interactions with BW were the best in the biz. The company is truly missed by many.
I like this guy. He is a man of action. He wants something, he went and did it. Lots of people think too much. They think about thinking too much, about all the what-ifs... scared of failure. Being uncomfortable consistently forges great people.
Flawless yet again. Your approach to interviewing is hitting such a niche for anyone who watches. Keep it up my man… would love to hear some brits on if you can get em on
I've never sat and watched anything on youtube for this long. But once I started I couldn't stop. Had to do it in segments but I ended up watching it. Outstanding interview, and what an eye opener. Made me realize that our government is more f&^$ked up than I thought. Really appreciate you guys sitting down and doing this interview.
I have been speaking out against the path this country has been put upon since 1979. Sadly 99% of Americans have no idea how corrupt and depraved "our" gov't is. Y'all are finding out a little bit lately. Flood gates will open soon, as evil is relentless and cannot remain in the dark forever.
My platoon (Army Infantry) in Baghdad during 05-06 nicknamed ourselves “Blackwater” after the countless times of working with these dudes, admiring them, and the multiple shit trenches of “blackwater” throughout Baghdad. Thank you for this episode. It flooded my fading memory with great yet hard times. 🇺🇸
@@a9012 Saudi Arabia initiated a genocide in Yemen. They have for years, had the country under complete blockade, it's very hard to get anything in our out Yemen, including food, medicine, and water. It's a definition genocide, over 400,000 people have died, most to starvation and disease. There is no internet access in Yemen as it is almost locked out from the outside world by the Saudi blockade so we don't see almost anything coming out of there. Saudi Arabia has been condemned by the UN for it's actions in Yemen, but unfortunately, Saudi Arabia has large oil reserves and is our ally so we will support them no matter what. PMCs are a party to atrocity via the use of hunger and disease as a weapon in Yemen. UA-cam won't let me link to 3rd parties, but do some research and you'll find that Academi, Blackwater, Spear operations Group, and similar PMCs have done some awful shit.
Absolutely amazing interview!!! Blackwater is in my backyard and what a disgrace the way the government destroyed this extremely valuable asset!!! Stand up guy and a stand up company. Thank you for bringing him on the show!!
Thank you Shawn for one of the most insightful interviews I've seen in ages. This man is one of the wisest individuals I've listened to in quite some time. I've often said our government needs more Americans who think outside the box. Thanks again for an amazing podcast.
14 years I served in the Royal Marines 🇬🇧 and I miss this kind of conversation - it’s so refreshing to hear Erik talk. Reminds me of those elite guys we’d be surrounded by - they just speak a certain way and have a glint in their way which always said to me “I change outcomes”. Great podcast thanks 👏🏼👏🏼
It is amazing the toll that media takes on the human mind. Even as a veteran, one would think I would have been more positively biased towards this gentleman. (past tense) I remember years ago, the massive undertaking to smear this man and his company. Fast forward to your interview and it is like being smashed in the face with a frying pan of truth. This interview is perspective altering awesomeness. Awesome work as usual!
I can’t believe this shit is free. Blows my mind. Can’t thank you enough Shawn. You are an amazing example of why I love this land so much. Men like you are what keep me sane. Thank you man!!
I'm way behind watching this one. What an amazing interview. Too bad leaders don't listen to men like this with knowledge and experience. He is grounded deeply in history along with current events, which makes him lethal
At the federal level all through Washington guys like Mr. Prince scare the hell out of the quote-unquote leadership of this country. When it's actually people like this who we need in office at the highest levels. We wouldn't be struggling with China and fronting ourselves like the number one superpower in the world. We may still be that but it's only by a hair and it's not going to last long if things don't change.
Yes so they guy who wanted become the unelected viceroy of Afghan and helping the Chinese government security forces is they guy to sort out politics. Guess your view is fight murky politics with even more murky politics?
My dear.Lord we need men like this!!! God bless our America!! Thank you, Eric for you service and sacrifice to our great nation!!! Thank you Shawn also. God bless you and your family.❤
@@cjs19kilo I never mentioned his company did I??? NO i didn't I mentioned killing is very lucrative is all I said...and his company was in the Red until the war started basically. If you were paying attention he said that it was barely making anything but him being from a wealthy family he was able to keep going it was good timing that 911 happened atleast for people in the war business....He is a very very intelligent person for sure...He knows a heck of a lot of history etc...
Shawn: "I'm becoming infuriated." Eric: "Sorry!" I felt that Shawn. Eric's unique angle on all of this is enough to get us all riled up. Thank you for giving us this fantastic interview with one of the true big timers of the past 30 years. I enjoyed hearing Mr. Prince's stories & it was good to get a chance to watch his mind tick through all of these happenings. Thanks to you both
This interview was eye opening, I learned so much from Eric Prince. Smart dude who is well informed, we need more people like him. Thanks for the interview very much appreciated, you did a fantastic job!
Erik Prince is an absolute genius . I knew he had to be an intelligent person to run such a huge billion dollar company, but holy shit this guy knows his stuff. My favorite interview yet. Great job as always Shawn.
This is the most informative interview I’ve ever watched. I don’t buy into the rhetoric about Prince. I had a family member work for him. The knowledge dump of this interview is mind boggling. Thank you for doing this. Impressive
Shawn, I'm a retired US Navy Seabee and this was one of the best interviews I have seen on Erik Prince. Keep up the great work on informing all of us about what is really going on.
I definitely came out smarter than I was after this. What an amazing Patriot. Prince is the type of man we need to lead this country out of this Abyss.
Shawn, I know this has been said numerous times in the comments, but, damn! How can your show get any better? Simply put, your content is epic, not only that, it’s needed! You’re by far the best at what you do, your ability to listen and not interrupt your guests is on another level. I wish you nothing but the best and sincerely look forward to each and every episode. Keep up the great work and service you provide to all of us! Again, all the best sir…..
That was a great interview. I appreciate your ability to ask tough questions while at the same time letting him speak. A rare talent these days. Thank you
This was ABSOLUTELY worth every second…. I wish there was another 3 or 4 hours of this guy… definitely my favorite so far. Such a great surprise, so thankful. God bless you and the family, Shawn!
One of the best interviews I have ever seen.Great content.Military is no different than police departments all over the country, destroyed by politics.
This is one of the best podcasts/episodes i‘ve ever listened to! I’m cleaning the bathroom for 2 hours now and i still have an hour to go. That shits gonna sparkle like never before. 😂 Thanks, Shawn Ryan!
Hell No! If this Rear Echelon MF Rank Pulling doesn't boil your blood, you ain't never gonna survive when the ship goes down. I'll let you drown if I don't facepalm you myself you POS
Pretty cool that Erik talks about Toyota Quality Management. Most people don't know that it was an American electrical engineer and mathematical physicist, Wiliam Deming, that developed the theory and processes for the reconstruction of post-WW2 Japan and their manufacturing companies including Sony and Toyota.
Indeed I've implemented Deming, kaizen , CANI (constant and never-ending improvement) or anything else it's called in my personal and business life long ago.
TQL is taught at NAB Coronado. It's the military version of TQM. Deming & Mazda vs. Ford factory CPK, etc... are mentioned. It was useful in post-Navy life in Qualcomm, but it's really just common sense and SPC of parsed-parametric data, for a design/test/mfg Engr. It's system management, vice leadership.
Erik is the only person of his stature I've ever heard talk about the Reserve Currency problem. He stopped short of mentioning the Triffen Dilemma, though. Triffen warned that the RC holder has no choice but to inflate its currency in order to provide worldwide RC (USD) liquidity. The real reason we abaondoned the gold standard was because there wasn't enough gold to back that much liquidity. The worst part is that the inflation is skimmed off the assets of Mainstreet America while actually benefitting those closest to political&financial power. This latter benefit is called the Cantillon Effect. So, having the burden of the Reserve Currency not only robs Mainstreet America, it pumps the portfolios of the DC Globalist Elites. In fact, DC hasn't really been a truly (or certainly "solely") American Institution since Bretton Woods. It's a Globalist PoliticOligopoly. --- Incidentally, can you think of an easier or better way to spread USDollar liqudity worldwide than to have military bases and conflict involvement all over the world?
Really? He works for the Chinese. He’s not a patriot. He’s a multinational business man that only cares where the money is. Look up erik prince frontier services group.
Shawn, I really appreciate your podcast! Honestly, I enjoy, every. single. one! Just when it feels like a specific one is great, the next is even greater! Keep rocking it!
Holy shit!!! This is just unreal! This man is nothing short of genius! Smart as hell badass, and raised by a badass family! Just his demeanor alone tells the tale! Incredible episode Shawn and I’m only 30 min in! I was really really looking forward to this one! Thank you!
Prince/Ryan 2024 🇺🇸 Imagine the United States being lead by warriors like these men. Awesome episode Shawn! I like how you bring up current events with Mr. Prince towards the end of the interview. His replies were extremely informative and interesting to listen too. Thank you for all of your hard work Shawn and thank you Mr. Prince for taking the time to do this interview.
I've heard a lot about Eric Prince over the years, and usually it was the media painting him in a bad light. A lot more appreciation for him after this interview, and I think he's a smart, cunning, and most importantly patriotic man. Also, when he opened he mentioned he was Dutch, and the first thing that came to mind was the Dutch East-India Company. Then later when talking about Afghanistan etc he mentioned the East India Company.
I was originally looking into Eric Princes connection with Mike Pence and Gen Flynn and Blackwater. Eric seems to have strong ties to Flynn, CIA, Pence and McChrystal. Not a fan. Also oath keepers leader son said his father answered to either Flynn or Prince on J6.
@@slickrick412 Hadn't heard about any of that, but none of that would be at all surprising either. I get disliking McChrystal, the agency, and Pence, but what's up with Flynn? And as far as the Oathkeepers go. Them and the 3%'ers are very much expected to be knowingly or unknowingly working for the feds. I can't say for sure where Prince stands, but the media and Obama admin going after him gives him at least a little bit of credibility versus anyone that they do puff pieces on.
I’m from same city he was born it’s a Dutch community well was 50 yrs ago. Even have tulip time parade that’s got Dutch roots. A lot of Christian reformed churches and hard working people by Lake Michigan with good schools and nice homes with an abundance of jobs. He’s a local hero my grandparents went to school at holland Christian with his parents. Plus his sister is Betsy Devos who owns Orlando magic and other teams and businesses.
Another absolutely FANTASTIC episode! These stories need to be told for historical purposes and to give credit to the brave individuals and heroes of this generation! Shawn your doing amazing work! 💪 👊!!! 🇺🇸 !!!
I’m a Brit, watching & listening to this talk, Prince needs to be running for President & build a team to get the USA sorted out, These kind of thinkers need to be in positions to effect change.
Cheers mate! 🍻
Absolutely right mate. Bang on.
100% Agree!!!!
Never happen, they’ll do the same thing they’ve done to everyone else that could be effective. They fight them at every turn and just pile on till they’re gone.
@@mattmatthew5834 hahahahahahaha
Erik Prince delivered the most impressive insight on the economics of modern warfare and foreign policy I’ve ever heard. His willingness to expose the poor decision making and bureaucracy is absolutely enlightening. Amazing to listen to his experience and expertise on this subject.
You are right but remember he is also trying to push a business model. He lost me when he promoted 2000 mules by saying the eye does not lie.... That's some propaganda BS right there
Someone like him should run for president and run point on the next 4 years
@@gregorymountain4123 Almost as much BS as the CNN ...'Insurrection Hearings'.....😂
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What are your thoughts on the INSURRECTION HEARINGS currently being held ?
Let me guess … January 6 was an actual coup which almost took down the US government in one afternoon by dudes wearing Levi jeans and Abercrombie & Fitch hoodies - am I right ?
Propaganda indeed😂
I stopped listening after he said, “right” for the 2,756th time.
Erik has a gifted mind. Very well studied in history, warfare and politics. This was the first time I’ve heard him speak and it made me realize that the American people genuinely have no idea what happened in the Middle East over the past 2+ decades.
DUDE. Our government painted him as a wild west outlaw. Fuckn crazy
I was sad the January 6 insurrection (the day we almost lost our democracy) wasn’t throughly discussed.
Roger that.
@@HonorableBeniah-A 🤣🤣
Hard Facts!
I was an engineer at Prince Corp. He is absolutely correct about how good of a person his dad was.
His mom was pretty generous too. Overall great family that did so much for the community of Holland.
Too bad this guy is nothing like his father, 0 character, that is now his destiny.
@@chiefswife1212Why do u say that?! I only know a little about him! So watching him here is a eye opener,but the jury's out!
)pero que ya es tiempo de comenzar a meter mano ya van dos meces de las elciones y cuando van actuar
Looks like the seed was passed on 😀. Also great move that he has 12 children so he is passing the great genes 😃 ❤
Stuff like this is exactly why I don’t watch the news anymore. Taking real perspectives with real knowledge in a calm conversation. Loved this!
100% agreed
I live in belgium and its the same crap here... News is or 1 week late or is just blown up to scare people and create drama or chaos...
1000% Bingo
Totally agreed. Learn more in this talk than in an entire year watching any news outlet.
Hell yeah, bros! I, too, only like being told what I want to hear!
I knew very little of Erik Prince prior to this interview. I can't believe how a person like this isn't running things. He's so knowledgeable in vast subjects, is a problem solver, and a patriot. Beyond impressed.
Precisely what I was thinking .... Trump would be wise to have this guy on his team for 2024... he has gotta be one of the smartest, well versed people I've ever heard ... pleasantly surprised and beyond impressed.
But how is it patriotic to establish a security company that helps Chinese operations? I'm glad he's resigned from FSG (is he still a shareholder though?) but that still doesn't change the fact that he got the ball rolling hard for them.
@@sl1237 people make mistakes. He gave why he started and why he resigned. A lot of people do business with China. A lot of athletes are endorsed by them, movie stars funded by them to make movies, businesses outs sourced to them, etc. He was going over the things the USA had to do to get back on top. He's thought this through. He understands what would happen if they took over. Erik understands money, resources, and how to get a job done.
@@Mikepi75 After looking into FSG more, it's unforgivable and unbelievable.
@@sl1237 he recognized it and seized all activities with that so cut the guy some FUCKING SLACK!
Shawn you absolutely crush it dude. You’re interviews make 60 minutes look like hopscotch.
Taiwan is not free it's fascistic just like the country in Europe.
I’d argue he makes 60 minutes look like ring around the rosie
Sadly 60 min is trying so hard to be the next cnn
60 minutes are a bunch of damn clown shoes
Yeah he does! These interviews are incredible.
Watching this in 2024 and hearing so much that makes sense in this episode. I’m not giving up hope for this great country, but we’re in bad shape for a lot of the reasons he spoke of here. We need to turn it around!
I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine.
So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted.
People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them...
What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists.
This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day.
I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
It happened again. An episode droppped and now I suddenly know what I'm doing for the next 4 hours and I'm happy.
hahaha Happy 4th
Happy 4th of July to all of you and this great country. God bless those who served, are serving and America
I planned on waiting to listen to this at work but I can't wait.
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Why are you letting this Nazi apologist clown come on here spreading Pentagon propaganda? Aidar, Azov, Right Sector, C-14 and other Nazi Divisions are responsible for thousands of RU speaking deaths in Donbas/Crimea pre-annexation. I say RU speaking because it's not just ethnic RUs that are attacked. The regime went as far as banning the language the same way Hitler banned Hebrew.
@@bboness713 it's Captivating isn't it🤔
I hardly ever comment, but this was probably the best interview Shawn has ever done.
Listening to Eric, I finally felt a little release of the steam that has building inside me. Thank you, gentlemen!
Lastly, there are still a lot of good men in this country that are willing to do something about the problems...
I literally say this after every new episode. This show and his guests get better and better each time.
We’ll said! My feelings exactly.
i served (contractor) with DoD and DoS in afghanistan for eight tours (mazar sharif and kabul). mr. prince is a patriot, gentleman, academic and leader.
every aspect of his communication is with the above principles involved and demonstrated. "he" is what makes our government and constitution work; not the "other" way around.
not the "highlight" apex; but when he said instead of playing golf and talking "shop" about work; he and his b/w leadership team would complete an ironMan event, etc. amazing.
after completing my seventh (7) tour with DoD in the spring 2014 i was offered a position with Xi (blackwater) i decided to take a position with a DoS contracting firm instead that later (lasted) for about 1.5yrs. (i was so "tried' (physically) at that time).
to this "day" i reflect on, and appreciate; that offer and career opportunity.
HE'S OFF REGARDING PUTIN.
@@LIGHT-OF-THE-SOUL I don't disagree with you, the Jury is still out on Putin for me. What are your thoughts?
The man is a treasure trove of military infrastructure and logistics. To be vilified by the politicians like that was infuriating to listen to. Such an awesome interview Shawn!
Yet Hunter Biden is adored by the media and politicians.
He is the politicians best friend they use him for their dirty work so dont believe he is on the outside, he's the ultimate insider
Yeah this dude got the dirty end of the stick forsure.
Definitely one of your best in my opinion. He has a better grasp of how our corporate government works than most elected politicians.
I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine.
So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted.
People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them...
What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists.
This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day.
I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
Trust in the Democratic Process. Real Leaders are Chosen by their Near Peers
Absolutely the BEST SRS to date IMO. Erik is a brilliant mind. If only these guys were the ones in charge.
🙌 💯
Of department of defense or the us state department?
I have always hoped that groups such as BLACKWATER could effect major change on America by DRAINING.THE SWAMP RATS...quietly, quickly, expeditiously........ use your imagination.
Shawn on behalf of the American people, please accept our apology for how you have been treated. Trust that there are millions of us who feel honored to have such dynamic warriors protecting our amazing country. We wish you the best always.
I commented on the Rob O interview as being one of your best. This was by far the most informative interview coming from a highly intelligent & experience individual in all aspects of life. Economic , gov, etc. Its been scary times in the US but this is just the bottom of the spear. Really proud of you Shawn. The caliber of interviews has been monumental. I’m happy to see you backed by sponsors. You deserve that brother. Looking forward to the next one.
I liked it because I had seen interviews of him and they were all the same about Osama so I wasn’t that excited about it. However he did a totally different interview with some of the Osama raid
This is the kind of guy America needs in office!! Great show SRS!
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I hope more people will understand that this days, USA is a terrorist country. Even if we dont take in to account all the wars USA started since 2000, lets talk about one latest: Ukraine.
So what happened there? in 2014 there was a sponsored by USA armed weapon goverment take out (USA themselfs dont deny that they sponsored this force, that with killings took out the goverment). Some people in Ukraine , which is mostly DONBASS, Crimea and some other people in Ukraine highly disagree with this new goverment, because it was clearly a nazi forces that came to goverment. Anti russian, ukranian nazi forces. And we know that in Ukraine there are many russians, so having that goverment - was unwanted.
People decided to get away from the nazi Ukraine in to Russia - Crimea, LNR, DNR. For that, Ukranian became terrorist goverment and started 8 year war with their people, killing everything for 8 years. Russia decided to protect people, first they took Crimea under there wing and then after 8 years they decided do the same for DNR and LNR. Ukraine - is a terrorist goverment for what they did for 8 years against their ex people, who decided to make a will to leave them...
What does USA does? They and their allies support TERRORIST goverment Ukraine with money , weapons for 2 years now. Who support terrorists? Terrorists.
This is not hte first time USA support terrorists. War in Russia by Chechnya was something similar. Terrorist forces took out the goverment in Checnya and started war against Russia. Who supported those terrorist? USA. They called it back then "we support opposition of Russia". Yeah.. opposition.. with weapons that are killing people every day.
I hope more people will understand who actually USA is
As a lowly Police Recruit whose department trained on Blackwater ranges, I met Erik Prince. I was clearly a recruit in all khaki Dickies and not anywhere operational when there were tons of BravoAlphas on the complex. Erik took a few moments out of his day and talked guns with me at the pro shop. I honestly didn't realize who it was until we were talking. I will never forget that moment.
Young guys turn into real men. I think Erik knows it's good to invest in both.
That is pretty cool! I’m pretty jealous haha
It's important to remember we all had to start somewhere. That said, all the badasses in the world do it one day at a time, each one just another slice of the pie, at least until it's time for dessert. 😅🎉
And the hildebeast with the Russian collusion hoax tried to rope in Mr Prince into that hoax (a Clinton setup) happy Mr Prince saw it and did not fall into that trap
Mate as a Veteran from across the pond, I think your podcast is brilliant! They just keep getting better and better! Keep up the good work troops.
GodBless our U.K. cousins!
Shawn how much better can your content get? We don’t deserve this content.
Bite your tongue. Yes we do!
What’s better is it’s free. Thanks for acknowledging. You signed up for the newsletter? We got some cool shit bout to roll out?
Signed up for the newsletter some time ago. Now shhh I'm trying to watch this.
Epic interview. I just was on the edge of my seat the whole time. 👏
Hands down the best one yet. IF Trump gets in again, he would do well to make Eric his Secretary of Defense or National Security Advisor.
Mr Ryan, one of the best Interviews I've ever seen. The knowledge and Experience the Mr Prince has is Very Very impressive. You both are True American Heros.
Oh lord I really felt that "I'm becoming infuriated" line. I was gripping my head because I couldn't believe just how incompetent the state department really was. Thank you for bringing light to this situation.
it's the gov't they're all incompetent.
When a clown act like Hillary is secretary of state...
THE STATE DEPT HASN'T IMPROVED
That line needs to be on the package of the gummy bears with a disclaimer “Lowers infuriation”.
Then again, are the incompetent, or are they intentional?? Neither is forgivable but one is aiding and abetting the enemy, purely evil.
This podcast with Eric is incredible. Being a former Marine, I tend to like all of your content, but this was truly special. I literally went through every emotion I have with a fair amount being pissed off. In the end. I was left feeling hopeful that there are leaders like this in our country willing to speak out and step up should our nation call. Best wishes to you and your family. Semper Fi.
We may not agree on Price but I truly thank you for your Service. Guys like you that served as a Marine are far more important to the success of America.
I spend almost 4 years in the Navy way back in the Vietnam era.
God bless you bro
Mr. Prince is going to be tough to top! He is so enriched with knowledge and seems to be based on facts an not opinions. I had to listen multiple times to absorb everything. His life experiences are unmatched! How he refrains from loosing his mind is unbelievable! Great job Shawn! Prince for President!
Literally THEEEEE BEST interview ever conducted with Erik. Thanks to the SRS crew!
This was one of the most enlightening 3.6 hours I've spent on UA-cam to date.
Really good content as always.
I served with the MP's in Iraq 2003-2004 that were assigned to then Ambassador L. Paul Bremer. Blackwater came in Mid 03 after I conducted a layout with CIA / State Department on our capabilities. Blackwater Team members were true professionals during my encounter with them. They relied on us, we relied on them. Mission accomplished.
So professional they were tied up on a bridge and hanged for killing innocent civilians. What class!
Did you witness the advanced technology weapons being used at that era? And no I'm not talking about the active denial system.
Erik Prince belongs behind bars.
@@stevenblythe8360 From the Mueller report, referencing Barbara Ledeen's effort to acquire HRC's emails from her server. After she said she acquired emails off of the dark web, it was none other than Erik Prince who steps in to provide the funding. Why does this smell so much like the Warren Commission?
@@stevenblythe8360 What did he do? Serious question, I have no idea. Thx
Erik Prince is on the Chili.
An 8 hour interview wouldn't have Scratch the surface into what this man knows. Phenomenal !
I absolutely love how Mr. Prince gives all the credit to his staff and his management team for his success.
That's what true leaders do. China joey blames any and everyone for his screw ups.
They do the work. Hell yes they deserve the credit. He’s a gifted man. Salute.
Proves he is more honest
Very intelligent, educated person, that Mr. Prince.. who can understand, capisce tutto... cosmopolita! Regards from Serbia... ;) (He knows)
It’s what good leaders do.
First of all such a great interview. I was a Marine outside of Fallujah in 2004. We worked with a TF the day before the BW guys were ambushed. We felt responsible for what happened since the entire city was pissed we went in. We were helping another Army unit for a few days and came back to the news and footage of the ambush. We were ready to lay down some hate. After all the wounded and KIAs we were ready to pacify the rest of the city. Politics stepped in and we were pulled out. I can sense the frustration in his voice, it’s the same frustration Marines have. I pray we brought some peace and closure to those involved. Semper Fi. Make Peace or Die!
Whooah shoot straight brother
Thank you for your service brother
@@edub1170 Shut it
Semper Fi, Devil
After the pull-out I question why we even there. We did nothing that was effective obviously and cost a lot of lives of our brothers.
I'm almost ashamed of myself for passing over this one. What an incredible interview.
Beta L 😂
right? I saw this and my mouth dropped open
Same here. I saw the promo for the new EP interview that releases on Monday and after reading some comments about how a bunch of listeners consider him to be one of their favorite guests and that they can’t wait for this new one on Monday. Then I read your comment and I just knew that I had shamefully missed this episode as well. I’m correcting that right now and that way I’ll be ready when the new one drops tomorrow. Thanks for guiding me to this interview, it has been worth every minute. Amazing.🇺🇸🫡🦅
This is an interview I’ve always wanted!! Watching Erik Prince on Tucker Carlson was a tease and left me only wanting more. Thank you Shawn for making this happen and thank you Erik for being willing to open up about all you have and get the truth out there for the world to hear!!!!
It was an honor to have him on the show!
Thank you Shawn. I was a DL for BW at 2 different locations. I’d deploy at a moments notice if Erik called me tomorrow. The state dept treated us horribly. Target package or movement package in hand dependent upon what contract we worked,…. DOS is a clown act of the highest order.
What was their pay like? I knew a guy who worked there an if I'm remembering right I think he said 30k a month? Dude was a badass.
You gave it your all despite the politics
The way Shawn interviews is the best! I can’t find anyone else that does it as good as him! Shawn asks all the right questions, all the good stories. Shawn just does it perfectly!
Never asks her questions or calls bullshit.
Definitely good at letting guys tell their story though.
Mike Drop - Mike Ritland
Jocko Podcast - Jocko Willink
Cleared Hot - Andy Stumpf
All great podcasts about military. Shawn Ryan has been on all of them as a guest as well
@@samkircus Shawn Ryan does his interviews better than them all in my opinion. Also Shawn’s layout of the room just sets the mood even better.
He does but those are still good in case someone was looking for good interviews while waiting on new episodes
Yessir! Awesome as ever!
This is absolute top notch. A lot of people need to listen to this. Met Erik once in theatre, what a legend; this is gold.
You were with the US military?
I know it’s next to impossible for someone like me to directly thank a man such as Erik, but Thank you Mr. Prince. As a civilian Shawn’s show educates my family and I on what our fighting men and women are dealing with. We’re blessed for all of your hard work. The Koeffler family, Marinette Wi. USA.
i lived in abu dhabi when he moved there. was friendly with a couple of his kids, dont shoot me, but i even partied at his house once... couldnt fathom the badassness of this man at that time, but i knew he was something. im glad to have learned more about him, cool calm collected, smart, badass.
Add more badass of the first badassness to the second badass to third badassnes
Pig
This was not what I imagined when I was thinking of Blackwater's CEO to be honest. Probably the most fascinating interview I have seen.
I’m a Navy vet, did 9 years contracting mostly in Africa and Mr Prince hit it right on the head. If you’re not big Washington yet get the mission done, they will red tape you out of work and the end result is a failed mission just so someone in Washington or someone’s buddy can get a contract
Know anything about Gang Stalking??
*@David Health.* too bad that the Africans, who did nothing to you, your family nor to your country did not make you swallow your birth certificate. *TOO BAD.*
@@chrys3073 what is that?
Shawn. This was one of your best and eye opening shows you have ever done. My jaw hit the floor several times. I am an Erik Prince disciple. What a brilliant mind! A true warrior poet. You rock too Sir. Keep up the great work.
Thank you Erik and Shawn. I’m sharing this with all of my family and friends, fellow families that served many tours for 20 years. Thank you for the honesty. I’m angry as heck, but now I have a better understanding. God Bless you!
One of my favorite quotes: “I don't plan to meet my maker tanned, fit, and rested. I intend to be tired, battered, and bruised." - Erik Prince. That's evidenced by not only his physical work, but the continued work he has obviously done with his study of history, the classics, and current events.
Reduce transaction costs ... he's studied banking and economics
Thanks for having Mr. P on the show. Longest Pod Cast I’ve ever listen to! All my interactions with BW were the best in the biz. The company is truly missed by many.
I like this guy. He is a man of action. He wants something, he went and did it. Lots of people think too much. They think about thinking too much, about all the what-ifs... scared of failure. Being uncomfortable consistently forges great people.
Also responsible for 16 innocent Iraqis dead
@@ck3082 hahahaha got proof??
@@AN-sf5bm yes…..? Called google numbnuts
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nisour_Square_massacre
@@ck3082 so Bush and Obama are responsible for thousands then, if not more
Also an international criminal.
Amazing interview….Erik is so intelligent and his nailed point after point spot-on. Most of our elected officials are idiots compared to him.
Flawless yet again. Your approach to interviewing is hitting such a niche for anyone who watches. Keep it up my man… would love to hear some brits on if you can get em on
How cool would it be to get Obi Wan Nairobi himself on?!
As long as he doesn’t get Ant Middleton on 😂
@@beaualexander4608 Craighead would be a delight to hear again.
Heard him on another show, was bloody insightful of his near death experiences
I've never sat and watched anything on youtube for this long. But once I started I couldn't stop. Had to do it in segments but I ended up watching it. Outstanding interview, and what an eye opener. Made me realize that our government is more f&^$ked up than I thought. Really appreciate you guys sitting down and doing this interview.
same here
You should watch Tu Lam's interview. It's as enlightening as this one, but on a more persona development level. Very inspiring
>ive never sat and watched anything on youtube for this long
>had to watch it in segments
asinine
The Blackwater Massacre episode will make you Angry to be American... Heroes got railroaded by Obama and Biden...Disgraceful..
I have been speaking out against the path this country has been put upon since 1979. Sadly 99% of Americans have no idea how corrupt and depraved "our" gov't is. Y'all are finding out a little bit lately. Flood gates will open soon, as evil is relentless and cannot remain in the dark forever.
God Bless Eric & his family! This was such an intellectual & informative interview! The Honesty is so very much appreciated!!🙏🙏🙏
My platoon (Army Infantry) in Baghdad during 05-06 nicknamed ourselves “Blackwater” after the countless times of working with these dudes, admiring them, and the multiple shit trenches of “blackwater” throughout Baghdad. Thank you for this episode. It flooded my fading memory with great yet hard times. 🇺🇸
This one will be my favorite for all time! Erik is a National Treasure and your polished communication skills made this something special…Seriously!
I was with Blackwater, I actually had my heart broken when he told us he was done.
Stop lying
Thank you for going way above and beyond homie.
An Army Vet
I was with the teams who guarded the walmart from looters.
@@zackhawn5944 how many is "countless"? Can you name them and do you have proof if you do name them??
@@a9012 Saudi Arabia initiated a genocide in Yemen. They have for years, had the country under complete blockade, it's very hard to get anything in our out Yemen, including food, medicine, and water. It's a definition genocide, over 400,000 people have died, most to starvation and disease. There is no internet access in Yemen as it is almost locked out from the outside world by the Saudi blockade so we don't see almost anything coming out of there.
Saudi Arabia has been condemned by the UN for it's actions in Yemen, but unfortunately, Saudi Arabia has large oil reserves and is our ally so we will support them no matter what. PMCs are a party to atrocity via the use of hunger and disease as a weapon in Yemen.
UA-cam won't let me link to 3rd parties, but do some research and you'll find that Academi, Blackwater, Spear operations Group, and similar PMCs have done some awful shit.
Appreciate all you do, Shawn. It matters, and is making an real impact on people’s lives.
Absolutely amazing interview!!! Blackwater is in my backyard and what a disgrace the way the government destroyed this extremely valuable asset!!! Stand up guy and a stand up company. Thank you for bringing him on the show!!
Thank you Shawn for one of the most insightful interviews I've seen in ages. This man is one of the wisest individuals I've listened to in quite some time. I've often said our government needs more Americans who think outside the box. Thanks again for an amazing podcast.
Such a wide range of expertise and history, great segment
14 years I served in the Royal Marines 🇬🇧 and I miss this kind of conversation - it’s so refreshing to hear Erik talk. Reminds me of those elite guys we’d be surrounded by - they just speak a certain way and have a glint in their way which always said to me “I change outcomes”. Great podcast thanks 👏🏼👏🏼
this was hands down easily the best yet. i watch them all. can’t thank you enough. i want 10x more of this man on here if we can
It is amazing the toll that media takes on the human mind. Even as a veteran, one would think I would have been more positively biased towards this gentleman. (past tense) I remember years ago, the massive undertaking to smear this man and his company. Fast forward to your interview and it is like being smashed in the face with a frying pan of truth. This interview is perspective altering awesomeness. Awesome work as usual!
I’m sitting here thinking the exact same thing. It’s nice to finally hear the other side of the story!
The apparatus is real ...
And the most important thing is being able to change your mind when presented with better data
I can’t believe this shit is free. Blows my mind. Can’t thank you enough Shawn. You are an amazing example of why I love this land so much. Men like you are what keep me sane. Thank you man!!
I'm way behind watching this one. What an amazing interview. Too bad leaders don't listen to men like this with knowledge and experience. He is grounded deeply in history along with current events, which makes him lethal
Me too. Came here after watching the Blackwater “massacre” video.
At the federal level all through Washington guys like Mr. Prince scare the hell out of the quote-unquote leadership of this country. When it's actually people like this who we need in office at the highest levels. We wouldn't be struggling with China and fronting ourselves like the number one superpower in the world. We may still be that but it's only by a hair and it's not going to last long if things don't change.
This was hands down the best podcast I've ever listened to. Thank you. I hope to one day vote Mr. Prince into office.
The current condition of Washington DC is disgusting. Career politicians ruining everyone else' lives. Great interview! Stay safe!
Yes so they guy who wanted become the unelected viceroy of Afghan and helping the Chinese government security forces is they guy to sort out politics.
Guess your view is fight murky politics with even more murky politics?
@@gfingers9117 You guess wrong. Please don't add words to my reply
@@gfingers9117 I agree. He had a lot to say but much of it was useless or just common knowledge about economics
I can't believe I watched an over 3.5 hour interview but I could have watched more. Fantastic insight and candid perspective from Erik.
My dear.Lord we need men like this!!! God bless our America!!
Thank you, Eric for you service and sacrifice to our great nation!!!
Thank you Shawn also. God bless you and your family.❤
Best show ever. Can’t miss a single one. There is no show like this one. None come anywhere close. 👏🏼🇺🇸🏆
This needs a part 2, 3, and probably 4! I need more of this insight.
Keep them coming, Shawn. This is truly a much needed service to the American people. God bless you and your family.
If you liked this ep, you should check out the Erik Prince ep of the behind the bastards podcast!
Erik Prince for President !
If not that ,
AT LEAST let him be in charge or the USA Military
Leader, historian, warfighter, economist, this guy is extremely knowledgeable and very well rounded
Like my comment, turns out killing is lucrative 💯
@@clintcoop5717 Just like keeping people sick. #bigpharma
@@clintcoop5717 if you were paying attention, his company was successful well before they had to kill anyone
@@cjs19kilo I never mentioned his company did I??? NO i didn't I mentioned killing is very lucrative is all I said...and his company was in the Red until the war started basically. If you were paying attention he said that it was barely making anything but him being from a wealthy family he was able to keep going it was good timing that 911 happened atleast for people in the war business....He is a very very intelligent person for sure...He knows a heck of a lot of history etc...
Traitor, sellout, fake SEAL. Add those to your list. Prince has been executing contracts for the Russian Govn't for years.
Shawn: "I'm becoming infuriated."
Eric: "Sorry!"
I felt that Shawn. Eric's unique angle on all of this is enough to get us all riled up. Thank you for giving us this fantastic interview with one of the true big timers of the past 30 years. I enjoyed hearing Mr. Prince's stories & it was good to get a chance to watch his mind tick through all of these happenings. Thanks to you both
I personelly feel that if more americans had this insight that we would all be infuriated, especially those of us that served.
Rambo 2 moment?
"...find em...or I'll find you..."
The longer I listen the more upset I’m getting.
This interview was eye opening, I learned so much from Eric Prince. Smart dude who is well informed, we need more people like him. Thanks for the interview very much appreciated, you did a fantastic job!
SRS is the best podcast in the history of podcasts!
Erik Prince is an absolute genius . I knew he had to be an intelligent person to run such a huge billion dollar company, but holy shit this guy knows his stuff. My favorite interview yet. Great job as always Shawn.
The next President needs to set him up as Nat’l Security Adviser
You can't be serious.
@@АризонскийКрай or Secretary of Defense! He would be amazing at that!
This is the most informative interview I’ve ever watched. I don’t buy into the rhetoric about Prince. I had a family member work for him. The knowledge dump of this interview is mind boggling. Thank you for doing this. Impressive
Absolutely incredible!!! The information on this episode is priceless! Thank you Shawn
What a gift! Thank you so much for having Erik Prince on the show.
Probably the best episode of the best podcast that’s on the internet. Actually riveting, and that’s no exaggeration. This guys a patriot. 🇺🇸🙏
Shawn, I'm a retired US Navy Seabee and this was one of the best interviews I have seen on Erik Prince. Keep up the great work on informing all of us about what is really going on.
I definitely came out smarter than I was after this. What an amazing Patriot. Prince is the type of man we need to lead this country out of this Abyss.
Truly a pleasure and honor listening to these 2 great Americans, heroes. #@therealBruceWayne #SRS #SERVIUM
Rhetorical question: Why does the Ukrainian/Russian border matter so much but the U.S./Mexico border doesn't matter at all? Asking for America...
Shawn, I know this has been said numerous times in the comments, but, damn! How can your show get any better? Simply put, your content is epic, not only that, it’s needed! You’re by far the best at what you do, your ability to listen and not interrupt your guests is on another level. I wish you nothing but the best and sincerely look forward to each and every episode. Keep up the great work and service you provide to all of us! Again, all the best sir…..
This episode hit hard while grilling out. I zoned family out just to listen. Hope everyone is having a great day. Look forward to another show.
That was a great interview. I appreciate your ability to ask tough questions while at the same time letting him speak. A rare talent these days. Thank you
Mr Prince has the calm, measured, logical way of approaching things that we need. A good man.
Erik Prince for President, or Trumps Vice, I agree with so much he has to say💯
@@Stars-and-Stripes- perhaps secretary of defense?
This was ABSOLUTELY worth every second…. I wish there was another 3 or 4 hours of this guy… definitely my favorite so far. Such a great surprise, so thankful. God bless you and the family, Shawn!
One of the best interviews I have ever seen.Great content.Military is no different than police departments all over the country, destroyed by politics.
This is one of the best podcasts/episodes i‘ve ever listened to!
I’m cleaning the bathroom for 2 hours now and i still have an hour to go.
That shits gonna sparkle like never before. 😂
Thanks, Shawn Ryan!
Come over to my house when you get done!
Hell No! If this Rear Echelon MF Rank Pulling doesn't boil your blood, you ain't never gonna survive when the ship goes down. I'll let you drown if I don't facepalm you myself you POS
A 3hr bathroom clean…?
Great Podcasts: Why I don't work anymore. So many interesting ppl, so little time
Watching this now. I would wish to hear his views today with 2 years into war in Ukraine.
Shawn, just finishing this episode. Mr. Prince brought unexpected perspective. Thank You for everything you and your team are doing. Larry
Pretty cool that Erik talks about Toyota Quality Management. Most people don't know that it was an American electrical engineer and mathematical physicist, Wiliam Deming, that developed the theory and processes for the reconstruction of post-WW2 Japan and their manufacturing companies including Sony and Toyota.
Maybe but he didn't come up with Kaizen which is the main reason for Toyota's quality. That was Masaaki Imai.
you mean the deming-cycle?
Indeed I've implemented Deming, kaizen , CANI (constant and never-ending improvement) or anything else it's called in my personal and business life long ago.
TQL is taught at NAB Coronado. It's the military version of TQM. Deming & Mazda vs. Ford factory CPK, etc... are mentioned. It was useful in post-Navy life in Qualcomm, but it's really just common sense and SPC of parsed-parametric data, for a design/test/mfg Engr. It's system management, vice leadership.
@@sendthistojohn Cool. I didn't know that.
Ed Calderon and Prince are by far your most educating episodes. Love this type of dialogue, Shawn 🤙🏽
Erik Prince is one of the smartest and most articulate men I've ever encountered. Shame he doesn't have a prominent position in government.
Erik is the only person of his stature I've ever heard talk about the Reserve Currency problem. He stopped short of mentioning the Triffen Dilemma, though. Triffen warned that the RC holder has no choice but to inflate its currency in order to provide worldwide RC (USD) liquidity. The real reason we abaondoned the gold standard was because there wasn't enough gold to back that much liquidity. The worst part is that the inflation is skimmed off the assets of Mainstreet America while actually benefitting those closest to political&financial power. This latter benefit is called the Cantillon Effect. So, having the burden of the Reserve Currency not only robs Mainstreet America, it pumps the portfolios of the DC Globalist Elites. In fact, DC hasn't really been a truly (or certainly "solely") American Institution since Bretton Woods. It's a Globalist PoliticOligopoly. --- Incidentally, can you think of an easier or better way to spread USDollar liqudity worldwide than to have military bases and conflict involvement all over the world?
Yeh I am almost convinced the UK gave up their hegemony as a currency partially intentionally
@@claudeyaz Keynes himself was one of the principal architects of the Bretton Woods agreement. It was a multinational effort.
This was absolutely jaw dropping. I want this man running the country. Best interview I've ever seen
Really? He works for the Chinese. He’s not a patriot. He’s a multinational business man that only cares where the money is. Look up erik prince frontier services group.
Shawn, I really appreciate your podcast! Honestly, I enjoy, every. single. one! Just when it feels like a specific one is great, the next is even greater! Keep rocking it!
Mr. Price, you are a legend, so much respect for you as a man, Patriot, commander, soldier and human being.
Holy shit!!! This is just unreal! This man is nothing short of genius! Smart as hell badass, and raised by a badass family! Just his demeanor alone tells the tale! Incredible episode Shawn and I’m only 30 min in! I was really really looking forward to this one! Thank you!
Prince/Ryan 2024 🇺🇸
Imagine the United States being lead by warriors like these men.
Awesome episode Shawn! I like how you bring up current events with Mr. Prince towards the end of the interview. His replies were extremely informative and interesting to listen too.
Thank you for all of your hard work Shawn and thank you Mr. Prince for taking the time to do this interview.
I've heard a lot about Eric Prince over the years, and usually it was the media painting him in a bad light. A lot more appreciation for him after this interview, and I think he's a smart, cunning, and most importantly patriotic man.
Also, when he opened he mentioned he was Dutch, and the first thing that came to mind was the Dutch East-India Company. Then later when talking about Afghanistan etc he mentioned the East India Company.
I was originally looking into Eric Princes connection with Mike Pence and Gen Flynn and Blackwater. Eric seems to have strong ties to Flynn, CIA, Pence and McChrystal. Not a fan. Also oath keepers leader son said his father answered to either Flynn or Prince on J6.
@@slickrick412 *GTFO of here with your propaganda*
@@slickrick412 Hadn't heard about any of that, but none of that would be at all surprising either. I get disliking McChrystal, the agency, and Pence, but what's up with Flynn? And as far as the Oathkeepers go. Them and the 3%'ers are very much expected to be knowingly or unknowingly working for the feds. I can't say for sure where Prince stands, but the media and Obama admin going after him gives him at least a little bit of credibility versus anyone that they do puff pieces on.
I’m from same city he was born it’s a Dutch community well was 50 yrs ago. Even have tulip time parade that’s got Dutch roots. A lot of Christian reformed churches and hard working people by Lake Michigan with good schools and nice homes with an abundance of jobs. He’s a local hero my grandparents went to school at holland Christian with his parents. Plus his sister is Betsy Devos who owns Orlando magic and other teams and businesses.
One of the few that knows what is really going on. Love this guy and would love to train and serve him. God bless Eric Prince
Another absolutely FANTASTIC episode! These stories need to be told for historical purposes and to give credit to the brave individuals and heroes of this generation! Shawn your doing amazing work! 💪 👊!!! 🇺🇸 !!!