The REAL Reason Why The US Went Into The Middle East After 9/11 | Shawn Ryan

The REAL Reason Why The US Went Into The Middle East After 9/11 | Shawn Ryan | John Anderson Media
Aug 4, 2025
In this historical clip, Shawn Ryan criticises the US military's extended involvement in the Middle East and its botched withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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Shawn Ryan, former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, joins John to discuss politics, war, and the psychological toll of military service. Shawn reflects on his experiences in conflict zones like Iraq and Afghanistan, the rise of his podcast "The Shawn Ryan Show," and how it resonated with listeners craving authenticity amidst a media landscape they no longer trust.
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He shares his personal struggles, including battling alcoholism, and how transparency and vulnerability became central themes on his platform, especially for veterans reintegrating into civilian life.
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Shawn and John explore the state of the world today, touching on societal unrest in the US, the dangerous rise of extremism, and the challenges posed by foreign adversaries like China.
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Shawn also highlights the importance of critical thinking, the influence of money in politics, and the vital need for America to "get its house in order" before it can effectively handle global threats.

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