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THIS MOVIE SCARED THE S*** OUT OF US! With Fall 2 releasing, Greg Alba & Tara Erickson watch Fall for the first time. After climbing an abandoned 2,000-foot radio tower, Becky and Hunter find themselves stranded at the very top with no easy way to reach the ground. Greg & Tara react to the terrifying tower climb, the ladder collapse, desperate attempts to signal for help, the drone mission, vulture attack, and the movie's increasingly brutal survival decisions before giving their full Fall movie review. Help bring the new half-hour comedy from Kristian Harloff and the team at Boardwalk Pictures to life. Check out the campaign & support the project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Fall Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Directed by Scott Mann, Fall stars Grace Caroline Currey (Shazam!, Annabelle: Creation) as Becky, Virginia Gardner (Marvel's Runaways, Halloween) as Hunter, Mason Gooding (Scream, Booksmart) as Dan, and Jeffrey Dean Morgan (The Walking Dead, Supernatural) as James. Fall became known for its extreme-height set pieces, vertigo-inducing cinematography, and relentless survival-thriller tension, making it especially intense for anyone with a fear of heights. Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five years after the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and the tragic attack at Abbey Gate, retired Lt. Col. Scott Mann joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the ongoing fallout. Mann defends military commanders who faced political scapegoating and explains why firing top generals who were simply carrying out orders misses the real target of accountability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before Scott Mann walks into any high-stakes conversation…a negotiation with the Taliban, a pitch to a skeptical investor, a hard conversation with someone he loves… he asks himself three questions. Not a script. Not a tactic. Three questions that determine whether the person across from him actually trusts what comes out of his mouth next. Most people skip straight to what they're going to say. Scott and his guest, Chris White, will tell you that's the mistake. Influence isn't won in the words. It's won before you ever open your mouth. That's why I brought both of these guys back on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Scott is a retired Green Beret who spent decades building trust in combat zones, where influence was the difference between life and death. Chris is a serial entrepreneur and business coach who's watched hundreds of deals die in the room…not from a bad pitch, but from a missing connection. This conversation gets into what actually makes someone trust you, why most leaders are working twice as hard for half the impact, and the discipline both these men say is non-negotiable before you ever try to influence anyone else. In this episode, you'll hear: The three questions Scott runs through before every high-stakes conversation Why real leadership starts with reconnecting with yourself, not managing your image The role of storySELLING in building trust, influence, and business growth The #1 shift that changes how people respond to you almost instantly KEY QUOTES "We follow leaders who are relatable to our pain and relevant to our goals." - Scott Mann "Turn your phone off and ask better questions. Go deeper." - Chris White CONNECT WITH SCOTT Scott's Linktree to all social profiles, podcast, and resources: https://linktr.ee/rooftop_leadership Websites: https://scottmann.com/ https://rooftopleadership.com/ http://theheroesjourney.org/  https://lastoutplay.com/  https://operationpineappleexpress.com/ https://operelief.org/ TEDx Talks: The Generosity of Scars: https://youtu.be/_szAosvdWdM Rooftop Leadership: https://youtu.be/M78sDuehUnk Surrounded on Purpose: https://youtu.be/61eEC1-L6RI CONNECT WITH CHRIS Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-chris-white/ Website: https://www.coachchris.io/ NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/scott-mann-chris-white-cuc Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X | YouTube Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

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Più sali in alto, più fa male cadere.Fall, regia di Scott Mann, con Grace Caroline Currey, Virginia Gardner e Jeffrey Dean Morgan, prodotto da Lions Gate, disponibile su Infinity.

Will's former ESPN colleague and Host of ‘The Sage Steele Show,' Sage Steele joins him to examine LSU Head Coach Lane Kiffin's comments on his departure from Ole Miss, before revisiting the outlandish Donald Sterling scandal. They also weigh in on a major national security issue: a California Mayor pleading guilty to being an agent of the Chinese Communist Party.Plus, Retired Green Beret, Playwright, and Author of ‘The Generosity of Scars,' Scott Mann joins Will to share his theory on what's driving America's divisions: the loss of the art of storytelling and a common societal narrative.Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@WillCainNews)Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan talks with retired Green Beret and bestselling author Scott Mann about the Iran war and what outcome the U.S. may be seeking in the conflict. They also discuss his new book The Generosity of Scars: How Your Stories of Struggle Can Change Lives, Especially Your Own and how sharing personal struggles can help people dealing with mental health challenges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan talks with retired Green Beret and bestselling author Scott Mann about the Iran war and what outcome the U.S. may be seeking in the conflict. They also discuss his new book The Generosity of Scars: How Your Stories of Struggle Can Change Lives, Especially Your Own and how sharing personal struggles can help people dealing with mental health challenges.

Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community, join today https://wastenoday.pro/BCC Join the Waste No Day! Facebook group: https://wastenoday.pro/FBgroup Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann is a former Green Beret who spent most of his adult life in Army Special Forces, serving in places like Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Afghanistan. His work focused not just on combat, but on building trust in low-trust environments - helping small teams connect with locals and turn them into strong partners. After the military, he shifted that same focus on human connection into leadership coaching, storytelling, and writing. He's the author of Nobody's Coming to Save You and his newer book The Generosity of Scars, and he's known for helping leaders improve by focusing on relationships, storytelling, and real human connection.    In this episode, we talked about storytelling, leadership, trust, emotions, struggle... Website: https://scottmann.com/about/, tfpineapple.org Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheScottMannPodcast Play: 11 Days  WND Ep: 04/14/2025 Scott Mann - Build Unbreakable Connections Through Authentic Storytelling Books: Nobody's Coming to Save You, The Generosity of Scars Concepts: Rooftop Leadership

"I wasn't processing and dealing with my own stuff. Somehow I made my way back to storytelling. And that was really, if I could point to two things—my wife and story—those pulled me out." — Ret. Lt. Col. Scott MannScott Mann spent nearly two decades as a Green Beret, but the most powerful weapon he ever wielded was his story.In this episode, Scott breaks down rooftop leadership, the concept he coined in Afghanistan after watching storytelling and human connection turn frightened villagers into fighters. What he learned on those rooftops became the foundation for everything he now teaches about leadership, trust, and the courage to be relatable.After leaving the military, Scott hit rock bottom, standing in his closet holding a pistol, lost and without purpose. Storytelling pulled him out.Now he's an author, playwright, and the founder of a nonprofit helping veterans and first responders find their voice. His book The Generosity of Scars and his one-man shows Last Out and 11 Days are taking that message across the country and onto stages where veterans and civilians sit side by side and finally make sense of things together.If you've ever wondered whether your story is worth telling, Scott Mann's answer is clear: it was never about you in the first place.In this episode, you will learn to:Use storytelling as a trust-building tool in any high-stakes, low-trust environmentDistinguish between vulnerability for its own sake and relatability as an intentional, powerful communication strategyUnderstand what "autobiographical listening" means and why it explains how stories move people to actionOwn your story rather than let it own you by working through it in the service of othersRecognize that your scars are not your wounds—they are your most generous gift to the people who need to hear themFollow Scott Mann: Website → https://www.scottmann.comInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/greenberetscottmannBooks → The Generosity of Scars (out May 12th) and Operation Pineapple Express by Scott MannPlays → Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret and 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple ExpressNonprofit → Task Force PineappleProgram → Take the Mic (storytelling coaching)People Referenced: Steven Pressfield, Bo Eason, Dr. Diego Hernandez, Gary Sinise, Daniel Coyle, Daniel PinkFor more storytelling tips and strategies, visit:Website → https://rainbennett.comPodcast → https://thestorytellinglabpodcast.comOr follow along at:TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefstorytellingofficerTwitter/X → https://twitter.com/rainbennettInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/rainbennettFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/thestorytellinglabYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@RainBennett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Grant speaks with retired U.S. Army Lieutenant and former Green Beret, Scott Mann, about his firsthand experience on the ground in Afghanistan and what it reveals about today’s escalating tensions in the Middle East. They unpack the latest ceasefire developments involving Donald Trump and Iran, the risks of further U.S. military action, and what could come next as diplomatic talks loom. With decades of experience in high-risk counterinsurgency operations, Scott Mann offers rare insight into the realities of modern warfare and the human cost behind the headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lt. Col. Scott Mann is a retired Green Beret with over twenty-two years of Army and Special Operations experience around the world. He is also a New York Times bestselling author, actor, and playwright; his play Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret, about the war in Afghanistan, can be found on Amazon Prime. He is the CEO of Rooftop Leadership and the founder of Task Force Pineapple, a nonprofit committed to helping veterans transitioning to civilian life find their voice and tell their stories. Scott trains corporate leaders, business owners, and sales professionals on best practices for authentic influence through storytelling and making deeper human connections. Scott appears frequently on Fox News, CNN,podcasts, and other platforms to speak about building organizational relationships, restoring trust in our communities, and a wide range of national security issues. Scott lives in Florida with his wife Monty. Scott's ultimate passion is to inspire, teach, and share the power of storytelling from the stage.

Ryan and Dana talk with former Green Beret and author Scott Mann, getting his analysis of the Iran war and recent ceasefire deal. Listen as he reflects on what rescue missions are like for personnel downed in enemy territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Dana talk with former Green Beret and author Scott Mann, getting his analysis of the Iran war and recent ceasefire deal. Listen as he reflects on what rescue missions are like for personnel downed in enemy territory.

Jeremy C. Park interviews Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Scott Mann, former U.S. Army Green Beret, Founder and President of Rooftop Leadership, bestselling author, and speaker, who discusses his 23-year military career and his transition into developing "rooftop leadership" concepts focused on building trust and human connections. Scott highlights his work as a writer, including his New York Times bestseller, "Nobody is Coming to Save You," and his upcoming book "The Generosity of Scars," which releases on May 12, 2026, and explores storytelling and vulnerability in leadership. The conversation concludes with a discussion of Scott's one-person show "11 Days" based on his best-selling book, which tells the story of the 2021 Afghanistan evacuation and demonstrates the powerful impact of storytelling in processing shared experiences and fostering connection.

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Retired Lieutenant Colonel and former Green Beret Scott Mann spent his career building trust in places where trust was scarce. Today he's an author, playwright, and actor who brings all of his humanity to help us find—and lead with—ours. In this episode, you'll hear the gut-wrenching story that inspired Mann's latest book, Nobody is Coming to Save You. You'll also get a sneak peek into the upcoming premiere of his play, 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express. Join us for this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast as Scott Mann guides us through leadership lessons from the battlefields of Afghanistan to the battlefields within our own minds and hearts. Click HERE to explore additional episode details, including show notes, time-stamped chapters, and resources to help you dive deeper into our conversation.

Former Green Beret, NY Times Best-Selling Author & Founder of Task Force Pineapple, Ret. Lt. Col. Scott Mann, breaks down what to know about Afghan allies relocated to the U.S. and shares info on his upcoming production 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express.

Former Green Beret, NY Times Best-Selling Author & Founder of Task Force Pineapple, Ret. Lt. Col. Scott Mann, breaks down what to know about Afghan allies relocated to the U.S. and shares info on his upcoming production 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this inspiring episode, hosts Dalton Orwig and Dan Brennan talk with Rickie Richey, CEO of Altaworx and founder of Telecom for Vets — a nonprofit helping U.S. veterans transition into successful careers in telecom sales and entrepreneurship. Rickie opens up about his journey from building a nationwide telecom company to giving back to the veteran community. He shares how his mentorship with Lt. Col. (Ret.) Scott Mann, creator of “Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret,” sparked the idea to blend workforce development with storytelling and emotional healing.

On this Veterans Day, not only are events across the country being disrupted by the government shutdown, but so are the lives of military families. Whether it's delayed paychecks or uncertainty about food assistance. U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins joins special guest host FOX Business Correspondent Lydia Hu to discuss how the shutdown has slowed some veteran benefits and made other services unavailable. Plus, Sec. Collins explains how the Trump administration is pushing to expand housing for homeless veterans and improve mental health outreach and suicide prevention across the veteran community. President Trump wants to make buying a home more affordable again. Part of his plan includes pushing a 50-year mortgage that would lower monthly payments for Americans. Senior Economist at Realtor.com, Joel Berner, joins the Rundown to discuss the President's latest idea, why the housing market is "soft", and what Americans can do to better afford a home. Plus, commentary from Scott Mann, former Green Beret, New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Task Force Pineapple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Veterans Day, not only are events across the country being disrupted by the government shutdown, but so are the lives of military families. Whether it's delayed paychecks or uncertainty about food assistance. U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins joins special guest host FOX Business Correspondent Lydia Hu to discuss how the shutdown has slowed some veteran benefits and made other services unavailable. Plus, Sec. Collins explains how the Trump administration is pushing to expand housing for homeless veterans and improve mental health outreach and suicide prevention across the veteran community. President Trump wants to make buying a home more affordable again. Part of his plan includes pushing a 50-year mortgage that would lower monthly payments for Americans. Senior Economist at Realtor.com, Joel Berner, joins the Rundown to discuss the President's latest idea, why the housing market is "soft", and what Americans can do to better afford a home. Plus, commentary from Scott Mann, former Green Beret, New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Task Force Pineapple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Veterans Day, not only are events across the country being disrupted by the government shutdown, but so are the lives of military families. Whether it's delayed paychecks or uncertainty about food assistance. U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins joins special guest host FOX Business Correspondent Lydia Hu to discuss how the shutdown has slowed some veteran benefits and made other services unavailable. Plus, Sec. Collins explains how the Trump administration is pushing to expand housing for homeless veterans and improve mental health outreach and suicide prevention across the veteran community. President Trump wants to make buying a home more affordable again. Part of his plan includes pushing a 50-year mortgage that would lower monthly payments for Americans. Senior Economist at Realtor.com, Joel Berner, joins the Rundown to discuss the President's latest idea, why the housing market is "soft", and what Americans can do to better afford a home. Plus, commentary from Scott Mann, former Green Beret, New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Task Force Pineapple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, retired Green Beret and master storyteller SCOTT MANN returns to share deep insights from his upcoming book, Generosity of Scars. Scott unpacks how our struggles—our emotional and physical “scars”—can become tools of connection, healing, and authentic leadership. Drawing on his military experience, rooftop leadership training, and […]

Big Ideas In Education, Ep. 230: What is E-STEAM and How It Can Energize the Classroom with Scott MannThis week, Ryan sits with Scott Mann, the Director of Education and Training at VentureLab, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating the next generation of diverse innovators and changemakers through entrepreneurial learning. E-STEAM, a version of STEAM learning that infuses entrepreneurship, allows students to employ an entrepreneurial mindset in their classwork, projects, and homework. Ryan and Scott discuss the value of entrepreneurship in E-STEAM, examples, student success stories, Scott's presentation at the Out-of-School-Time Initiatives Conference, VentureLab in the classroom, advice, and more. Tune in! You can find out more about our guest's work by visiting venturelab.org Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasInEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed. Host: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) Producer: Laura Blanco  

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You ever feel like your influence isn't landing? You're showing up… saying all the right things… bringing the energy… But somehow, it's all falling flat. People aren't fazed. Let's call it what it is — you don't need to be louder. You need to go deeper. This is exactly why I brought back Retired Green Beret, Scott Mann, and Serial Entrepreneur & Business Coach, Chris White, to the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Scott spent decades building trust in combat zones — where influence was literally the difference between his life or death. Chris has coached hundreds of leaders in business — where deals are lost every single day over lack of connection. Both Scott and Chris agree: You don't own the room because of what you say. You own the room when you connect with the person across from you. So, if you're tired of being ignored…If you're ready to start OWNING EVERY ROOM you walk into, then lock into this episode! In this episode, you will hear: How elite leaders build instant trust by reconnecting with their own identity before trying to influence others Why mastering the human operating system is the missing key to showing up calm, clear, and confident in high-pressure situations The surprising neuroscience behind why most people fail to connect — and how to fix it with a few simple shifts What “storyselling” is, and how it creates more impact than traditional storytelling in leadership, sales, and parenting Scott's three power questions to ask before any high-stakes conversation, pitch, or meeting Why slowing down, listening deeply, and asking better questions is your fastest path to influence in today's distracted world Key Quotes "We follow leaders who are relatable to our pain and relevant to our goals." - Scott Mann “Turn your phone off and ask better questions. Go deeper.” - Chris White Connect with Scott Scott's Linktree to all social profiles, podcast, and resources: https://linktr.ee/rooftop_leadership Websites: https://scottmann.com/ https://rooftopleadership.com/ http://theheroesjourney.org/  https://lastoutplay.com/  https://operationpineappleexpress.com/ https://operelief.org/ TEDx Talks: The Generosity of Scars: https://youtu.be/_szAosvdWdM Rooftop Leadership: https://youtu.be/M78sDuehUnk Surrounded on Purpose: https://youtu.be/61eEC1-L6RI Connect with Chris LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-chris-white/ Website: https://www.coachchris.io/ Connect with J.R.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid Website: jamesreid.com Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only) Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

On today's episode, Andy and former Green Beret and CIA operative Scott Mann break down reports that the Trump administration is working with Palantir to build a centralized citizen database. With critics from all sides warning of authoritarian overreach, they explore what this means for privacy, national security, and the future of civil liberties in America. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors:  Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk friendship, betrayal, and extreme hobbies...this time, above ground! In Fall (2022), recently widowed Becky and her friend Hunter become stranded after climbing a 2,000 ft decommissioned tv tower to spread her husband's ashes. Fall is directed by Scott Mann and stars Graces Caroline Currey, Virginia Gardener, Mason Gooding, and Jeffery Dean Morgan. In this episode: our collective fear of heights; Mason Gooding's charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent; being the one Black lady at the diner; how to be a good friend to someone grieving; fighting vultures; living, laughing, loving. Our recommendations: 47 Meters Down (2017), 47 Meters Down: Uncaged (2019), Buried (2010) Support the show with a Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/blackgirlfilmclub Check out the rest of our socials at linktr.ee/blackgirlfilmclub

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Scott Mann, Ret. U.S. Army Green Beret and Founder of Task Force Pineapple, shares his journey from a Special Forces soldier to a storyteller and actor. He detailed his time as a Green Beret who helped form Task Force Pineapple,  a group of veterans who used technology to coordinate the evacuation of Afghan allies during the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021. Key Takeaways:  The role of biometric data collection in US Army missions and the Global War on Terror How their unprecedented use of the consumer app, Signal, became a go-to resource for natural disaster management and special operations The critical role of technology and veteran networks in crisis situations His new creative venture: Last Out - an award winning play his touring on stages across the country to provide healing to Veterans and their Families Guest Bio: Scott Mann is a former U.S. Army Green Beret with tours in Colombia, Peru, and Afghanistan. He's the founder of Task Force Pineapple, a 501(c)(3) supporting Veterans and Afghan Allies, and the author of Operation Pineapple Express, a New York Times Best Seller. Scott also wrote Nobody is Coming to Save You, a guide to building trust and human connection in divided times. He also hosts The Scott Mann Podcast and is the playwright and star of Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret, an award-winning play honoring the sacrifices of our military community. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte  

In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, former Special Forces Operator Scott Mann shares his incredible journey from battlefield veteran to leadership expert and community builder. Discover how Scott leveraged his military experience to become a renowned author, speaker, and mentor dedicated to preparing individuals and communities for complex challenges. Scott opens up […]

Send us a textSummary: In this episode of the PIO podcast, Scott Mann, a retired Green Beret, shares his journey from a small town in Arkansas to becoming a leader in the U.S. Army Special Forces. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the emotional toll of military service, and the importance of storytelling for healing. Scott also addresses the controversial withdrawal from Afghanistan and the abandonment of allies, emphasizing the need for self-reliance and resilience in today's divided society. His books, 'Operation Pineapple Express' and 'Nobody's Coming to Save You,' explore these themes and call for a return to community and connection amidst the chaos. In this conversation, Scott discusses the abandonment of Afghan allies and the subsequent rise of terrorism, highlighting the failures of intelligence and the hubris that has led to a growing vulnerability in the United States. He emphasizes the importance of community resilience and preparedness in the face of potential threats, advocating for proactive measures and collaboration between local communities and law enforcement. Scott also stresses the need for a shift in mindset regarding terrorism, urging individuals and organizations to take the threat seriously and prepare accordingly.Scott's Bio: Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Scott Mann is a former U.S. Army Green Beret with tours worldwide, including Colombia, Peru, and multiple deployments in Afghanistan. He is a warrior storyteller, host of The Scott Mann Podcast, and the founder of Rooftop Leadership and Scott Mann Leadership Academy, where he shares the rapport-building and storytelling skills he learned in Special Forces to help today's leaders make better human connections in high-stakes,low-trust engagements. Scott is the author of Nobody is Coming to Save You, a leadership field guide to making better human connections in this time of division, and the instant New York Times Best Seller, Operation Pineapple Express, a third-person narrative detailing the harrowing stories of the Veterans, volunteers, and Afghan Allies who navigated the US abandonment of Afghanistan in August of 2021. He is the founder of the 501 (c) (3) Task Force Pineapple, which supports Veterans and educates civilians. Scott is also a playwright and actor with his award-winning play, Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret, touring stages across the country to provide healing to our Veterans and Families of the Fallen, as well as providing insight to our citizens on the personal cost of the longest war in our Nation's history.To learn more about Scott's whole body of work, visit ScottMann.com.The Brandon T. Adams Audio ExperienceWelcome to The Brandon T. Adams Audio Experience, hosted by entrepreneur, investor,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showOur premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

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On today's episode, Andy sits down with retired Green Beret and former Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann, who served over 20 years in Army Special Forces conducting missions across Afghanistan, Iraq, and Latin America. After retiring, Scott founded The Hero's Journey and became a leading advocate for veterans' transition through storytelling. He and Andy discuss the origins of Operation Pineapple Express, a grassroots effort led by veterans to evacuate Afghan allies when official channels failed. They explore the lasting effects of trauma, the challenges of reintegration, and why veterans are often forced to lead long after their service ends. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original  Sponsors: Firecracker FarmUse code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the Waste No Day! Facebook group: https://bit.ly/3xbqEj0 Follow Waste No Day on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3xlDLhD Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Scott Mann is a highly accomplished former U.S. Army Green Beret with over two decades of military service. Renowned for his leadership and expertise in unconventional warfare, Mann learned crucial rapport-building skills in high-stakes, low-trust environments. In this episode, we talked about relationship building, human connection, storytelling...

Shawn Ryan Show welcomes back Sarah Adams, Scott Mann and Legend to the show. This episode explores the growing influence of terrorist networks in Afghanistan and Syria, with guests detailing how al-Qaeda and the Taliban have facilitated the training and mobilization of fighters. They highlight U.S. policy missteps, including funding through NGOs and intelligence-sharing with questionable actors, which have inadvertently strengthened extremist groups. The discussion warns that the U.S. withdrawal from Syria could lead to the resurgence of ISIS and the ethnic cleansing of religious minorities. The panel critiques U.S. foreign policy, particularly the decision to engage with the Taliban while sidelining the Afghan resistance. They warn of al-Qaeda's ongoing plans for attacks on U.S. soil and the infiltration of Taliban operatives through flawed vetting processes. The conversation underscores the lack of a long-term counterterrorism strategy, raising concerns that current missteps may lead to another major terrorist attack. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://ShawnLikesGold.com | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner https://amac.us/srs https://bubsnaturals.com/shawn https://americanfinancing.net/srs | 866-781-8900 NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-781 8900 for details about credit costs and terms. https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://helixsleep.com/srs https://preparewithshawn.com https://rocketmoney.com/srs https://shopify.com/srs https://hexclad.com/srs #hexcladpartner This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. Guest Links: Sarah Adams https://x.com/tpasarah https://bit.ly/m/benghazi Scott Mann https://x.com/rooftopleader The Gathering Storm  https://tfpineapple.org/tgs-book https://rooftopleadership.com Legend https://x.com/reallegendafg https://www.vets4nrf.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we welcome Mick Mulroy to discuss Fogbow, his new humanitarian NGO, and their work in Gaza, Sudan, and Syria. We also discuss the growing number of veteran humanitarian organizations getting involved in some of the most distressed places on Earth. --- One CA is a product of the civil affairs association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www civilaffairsassoc.org --- Great news! Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at: https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/ --- Special Thanks to Businside for the sample of Upbeat Background Music - Dance and Electronic Music. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/1MzdQLTBPPo?si=6cJR4qPYoJUaohh3 --- Rough transcript:  00:00:05    Open Welcome to the 1CA podcast. This is your host, Jack Gaines. 1CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. Our goal is to inspire anyone interested in working the last three feet of foreign relations. To contact the show, email us at capodcasting at gmail dot com. or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www .civilaffairsassos .org. I'll have those in the show notes. Today, we welcome Mick Mulroy to discuss Fogbow, his new humanitarian NGO, and their work in Gaza, Sudan, and Syria. We also discuss the growing number of veteran humanitarian organizations getting involved in some of the most distressed places on Earth. So let's get started. 00:00:57    MIC MULROY I've been to Syria several times, but I haven't been there recently and not since all of the Assad regime. So we are looking at the potential for what we as a group who supports humanitarian efforts can do in Syria. 00:01:11    JACK GAINES I hope Syria straightens out. The new government actually does build out something representative for the population and the economy, that it becomes more centrist. I have a lot of hope. I think we all should, 00:01:21    MIC MULROY have a lot of hope. I think we all should, right? It's a good thing, obviously, that Assad's... gone. I mean, hundreds of thousands of deaths are on his hands. So certainly a good thing. The question is whether the incoming crowd who took government control by force are going to be the reformers they say they are, or are they going to go back to their roots? I think the verdict is still out. We should all hope that's the case. I think the incoming or now the team that's in place is a bit more skeptical than the last. You can tell by whether they call them Jelani or Al -Shirar. That's the first indicator when I was doing my rounds on both the Hill Congress and the Trump team. I think there's criticism on just how inclusive they're going to be. But we should all hope that that is the case and that there's an election soon rather than the four years that I think they've been saying. But certainly when it comes to sections that are more related to Assad. They should be reconsidered, and we should look at what we're doing there long term. With the SDF during the defeat of ISIS, the crisis, if we pull out precipitously, both for our partners, the SDF and for the counterterrorism effort, but also our strategy against Iran and Russia to a certain extent, which right now, I think everybody would stay on their backside, especially when it comes to Syria. But when it comes to humanitarian assistance, there is a dire need, for sure. And I think that is something that a lot of groups are looking at, how they can contribute to the rebuilding of Syria and the promotion of a stable country that looks more inward. Their own people vice becoming a client state to actors don't have best interests Syrians like Russia. 00:03:10    JACK GAINES And it's interesting that with their change of government and Lebanon being able to form a government because Hezbollah has their fingers out of the pie right now. I see it as a real strategic opportunity because if Lebanon can get on its foot, Syria can get on its feet, there could be a whole sea change of policy in that region to where Iran's behaviors are balanced, Russia's behavior are balanced, the nations down there can actually rebuild and have a more stable government and a healthier international relationship. I agree with you, 00:03:40    MIC MULROY I agree with you, Derek. I think this is a very big opportunity for the United States. I use boxing analogies because I used to box. I used to coach boxing in the Marine Corps. This is a point where you see your opponent on the ropes, right? You don't back up. You go in and try to end the fight. I know we're not going to end the fight or the competition between us and Russia, but Ayoun is a partner, obviously the former commander of Lebanese Armed Forces. We have supported them for a long period of time. They were a very effective partner with us, and he was the head of it. So that's a huge opportunity right there. Iran, I think, has many strategic mistakes, and they realize that now, and they've seen it both in their major losses with leadership across the board, their capability, and of course in Syria. I mean, their corridor to fund and supply groups like Hamas and Hezbollah has been cut off, and they just don't have the platform that they have. And I think we should capitalize on that. Our policy should be... The promotion of U .S. interests, part of that, I believe, I don't know if we're going to today, is the promotion of democracy and human rights. But certainly, this is an opportunity to do both, our strategic interests and promotion of democratic values. 00:04:55    JACK GAINES With Fog Bow, you have a pretty heady team. Some folks that I've recognized from other efforts, some new. Ambassador Smith is awesome. Roger Thompson, you've got a lot of great people here. 00:05:06    MIC MULROY of great people here. 00:05:08    JACK GAINES By name only. 00:05:08    MIC MULROY name only. 00:05:10    JACK GAINES Well, Chris, he'd be right there with him. 00:05:11    MIC MULROY be right there with him. Yeah, so FABO is primarily veterans, but we have our humanitarian. And the skills that we have that I think are additive to the whole endeavor, which are air delivery. We've done that in Sudan. We've done maritime delivery in Gaza. We know Austere Logistics. We're a very small company, but we really focused on doing that. And that's why I said Roger's the MVP, right? So we have a lot of former SOF folks. We have a lot of... former special operations veterans, whose skill includes all the delivery and the planning and kind of figuring out hard problems where there's no easy solution. But Roger's done Marine Infantry, but he was also a Marine Logistics Officer. So that's why I say he's the MVP, because that's what we do essentially is logistics. Our mission accomplished, it's food delivered, people in need. 00:06:03    JACK GAINES Right. I've had a couple people on talk about the Triton Pier. Some of the challenges with prepping in Cyprus for it, putting the peer out, getting as much aid as possible out, and how the thing broke up. But similar to that, Fogbo seems to be focused on some of the harder areas to reach with aid. It's not a typical aid organization. You go into very restrictive areas that have real security challenges, and you help make sure that humanitarian effort arrives. so that people can continue to survive until conflicts, until crisis or disasters are resolved. That's a tough space to work in. And that's why we get requested to come in. 00:06:42    MIC MULROY to work in. And that's why we get requested to come in. When it comes to the pier, I would say this. We, Sam Mundy, Ricard General, you probably saw on the site, we briefed the last administration several times on the idea of bringing in aid. The Ameritimese, they came up with the JLOPS, the Joint Logistics on the Shore system. To be frank, we didn't think it was the best. Because of the sea states at the time, it could have been done a different way. But we're Americans, and by God, if the U .S. military is going to push up here from Virginia to Gaza, we're going to support it out of pocket. There's not a whole lot of countries that do something. In the United States, it did something, and it might not have been perfect, but it did still over 33 ,000 tons of food into Gaza when it's needed. So that's done, and we're still working to build facilities that can assist the storage of... Critical food aid, medical aid. For NGOs. The other point on how difficult, just to give you a highlight, in Sudan there was a very substantial population that got cut off from ground delivery of food because of that. Primarily the rainy season cut off the roads and the fighting, of course. They were out of food. And all it took was somebody who could come in there and deliver food via air in a very tightly controlled area because of the conflict. And that's where we fit in. That's de -conflicting battle space and airdrops, austere environments. That's what not just people in Fogbo, but that's what the U .S. military is pretty damn good at. So that's what we did for three months, and I think we did a lot of good. And now the situation has changed. It can get ground to leverage. But that's just an example of what we're doing. We're also looking to expand in others. And it's certainly not just about us. There's a lot of groups doing this out there. And if they see a need for our skill set, Give us a call. 00:08:35    JACK GAINES And I'll put it on the show notes as well. I'm sure this must be an adrenaline rush for a lot of the veterans to actually be out in the mix delivering humanitarian supplies, which is a great reward for the skills that a lot of people have. What kind of feedback have you gotten from your logistics teams, your pilots, your air crew, about what it's like to work for the organization? It really comes down to a mission, 00:08:56    MIC MULROY It really comes down to a mission, right? So we're all there because of mission, which is to enable humanitarian operations. We are a private company. That's why it's really incumbent on us to assist NGOs that are out there doing great work. I think the most feedback I've gotten is actually taking the skills that they learned over 20, sometimes 30 years, in our case, the U .S. military, a lot of it in conflict, and do something like this. So it's, and myself included, have really taken this mission on as important as any mission I've ever had. And that's what I hear. But of course, it isn't about us. I mean, there's other groups that are doing this, and there's certainly other groups that can do this, that get veterans that are really looking for something other than your standard jobs. This is an area where they can really have an impact really quick. 00:09:50    JACK GAINES The reason I bring it up is that I had Scott Mann on, and one of the things he really challenged with, we're all cause -based in the military. We work to a cause. We have a bigger thing we're trying to reach. And people get out. Some go to church, some start a business, some start a pizzeria or a workout joint. But some just struggle with trying to find that sense of cause and how they place it, what they can do with it. And his challenge was it drove him to suicide because he couldn't find his place in life after getting out of the military. And so that's why he looked into other things like acting and writing books and lectures and veterans of care programs. Veterans Without Orders, who does water delivery, because I want to show veterans that there are opportunities out there. We can apply that sense of cause to make a difference so that they don't feel like they're alone in this world. When I was talking to the Veterans Without Orders folks, what they found is being on the ground, a lot of the NGOs were surprised at how fast and efficient they were. They went to Haiti and some of the World Food Program folks were like, wow, how long have you guys been working together? It seems like you've been friends for years. And he's like, no, actually, We had a phone call for 20 minutes, landed, met, got on it. But we just have a common language. We understand what each other's doing. We know we're both here for the right reasons. And you just build that instant trust in order to do a mission. And that's what I assume you guys are seeing there as well. I worked pretty closely with him on the Afghan evacuation. 00:11:15    MIC MULROY I worked pretty closely with him on the Afghan evacuation. My group was called Dunkirk. We weren't a Team America Elite. We also did a lot with Scott. Because that was such a cause near and dear to their heart, that was the first. foray into humanitarian work. And I think that's stuck with a lot of them. And we're seeing a lot of that continue around the world where veterans say, oh, we can really do something here. I think that's great. 00:11:41    JACK GAINES With Kabul on the midst of collapsing, I saw a lot of veterans rallying together to figure out how to get private logistics in there, getting buses, getting private planes. One thing that I bumped into was a lot of NGOs that were desperately trying to get help because they had people that were working with aid and with state and with the military that were not represented on those lists that needed to get out of there because they were part of the cigar report or they were part of distribution and the Taliban knew who they were and they were going to come after them. My part was just plugging those NGOs in with veterans who had logistics, who had access to help them get some of those folks out. But I did notice that... Once people got involved, it's just almost like there was a light came on and said, oh, I don't have to wait for the U .S. government to order me to do something. I can actually go make a difference. I can take my skills and help be a part of the whole foreign policy scheme and actually do stuff. I can do it without having to be a part of aid or state. I can just build an NGO and do it. So I'm glad to see that splintering because I think it's created a lot of opportunities for folks. Yeah, 00:12:47    MIC MULROY Yeah, and it just doesn't need to be about... FIBO, we're just one group of many. My preference would be more about the need, and that is where we're going, right, where the need is. And then to the extent that there's a secondary is the fact that veterans can get involved. They can start their own. They can get involved with us. They can get involved with other groups. We do want to be the promoter of that concept. We get a lot of veterans out there. They need a purpose, I think. But there's also a need out there. It's on both sides of the equation. And I think... The skills that they bring to the table, they are very value -added into this arena. And we've heard that from many humanitarians, quite frankly, who have not been able to figure this out. This is something that we would have put in the too difficult category. So it doesn't need to be about our particular group. I think it should be about the need, which is growing. And on that side, there is massive crises around the world. People should care that they're starving kids in Sudan. And on top of that, the consequences. are going to be felt by everybody in the world if there is massive migration of their ability to feed themselves or their fling and conflict that make it untenable to even exist there. So these are issues that are very human issues that I think anybody, whether they're in Europe or the United States or Japan, should care about, but also because it could dramatically impact where they live because this is not something that's just going to stay contained. There are conflicts that are growing, that are perpetuated in existence. And there are, of course, climate issues. Climate's changing, and that's going to cause mass migration. And not people that are coming with their own means to support themselves. So not just taking care of the immediate need, which is food to people that are farming, but building up their ability to feed themselves has to be part of the long -term equation, or we're never going to get out of that cycle. And then we create these permanent IDK camps. and no chance of a future. So that needs to be done, but there needs to be long -term planning in the international community. I think from the U .S. perspective, I think we should lead it, but I don't think we should be it. This needs to be a joint effort by the international community. Actions are what count. So that should be a collective effort of the international community, which the United States would be a part. It'd certainly lead, in my opinion, but it needs to be much more of a collective effort. Some people... I'm just not used to seeing a lot of veterans in the humanitarians here. And there has been some like, wow, you guys are military. What are you guys doing here? And for the groups, the veterans that are out there doing it, if they're asking my opinion, I'd say just be clear. Don't worry about justifying your purpose in the humanitarian. There's never going to be too many people trying to help people around the world. So just drive on, do good work, and they'll either appreciate it or they won't. But I do hear that from other veterans that get into the area. To your point. Very few people serve in the United States, just the way it is. It's a very small group. Not to be corny, but it is a family. It's almost like there's characteristics that you just notice immediately across the services that you just have a commonality. So you talk to say, why would you think? Generally the same way, you're very mission -oriented, and that's something that's covering to a lot of people when they get with other veterans. In veteran suicide, it is a serious problem, and there are people addressing it, and I think they're doing great work. But one of the things I found, and you referenced it when it comes to Scott, is you don't have a purpose. From what I've seen, people can go downhill pretty quick. You go into a pit. And I live in Montana. I love Montana on a veterans here and coming. Some of the guys live in a pretty remote area. Some, like myself, live pretty close there. And when we do vet events, you basically send guys out to get other guys and say, yeah, I'll tell you no for an answer. They need to come in. They need to be around their people. They need to... shoot the shit and rib each other's and smoke a cigar or add a bourbon or whatever their thing is. But you got to go out there and find these guys. And some of them, they might appear to be okay, but next day they're not. 00:16:49    JACK GAINES Let me know if I have this picture right. You've created the Lobos Institute, which is kind of a training and preparation for people who want to get out and work in the humanitarian space or do outreach or work with partner nations. Outreach. to enable people to either help you with your outreach and your programs or to create their own space. And then you have Fogbo, which is kind of your operational arm where you are focusing on humanitarian assistance through Fogbo as when a filter for people who come through the Lobos Institute or other volunteers, but it's also a way for you to get into helping support others in need around the world. Is that kind of a clear way that you align this? Lobos Institute, 00:17:30    MIC MULROY Lobos Institute, three main components. One's like a think tank. where people learn and discuss issues of national security. The second part is tactical training here in Montana. So it's, as you might catch, mountain warfare, because everybody thinks winter warfare when I think of Montana. But the main effort is the enabling of humanitarian operations. And we've worked with the UN and Yemen, with the State Department in Afghanistan after withdrawal. And we're doing a lot of this with FABO in Sudan. As I mentioned, we don't do security sort of thing. It's important and there's groups to do it. That's cool. But it's not us. So my perspective, I would like to see more attention on some of these international and humanitarian crises. It's not something that exists simply on the other side of the world. And I'd like to see the extent that veterans are looking for something to do post -career, of course, military veterans, but State Department, the agency, et cetera. This is a place that I think they'll find meaning and purpose. And I think we all need that. 00:18:32    JACK GAINES Right. Crisis and disasters also attracts opportunism. I think a lot of people realize that with Afghanistan, that we're just feeding the wrong animal in a lot of ways. And that we just have to understand that with our aid and our foreign policy, that anytime that we give something, every time we build something, we also attract opportunism. And we need to make sure that when we're handling the government's business, We're doing it in the right possible way with the right checks and balances so that we're not just passing off vaccines to someone who's going to just sell them on the black market so that they can go to London and party. There's a lot to be learned from the time we spent in Afghanistan on the military side and on the diplomatic side, 00:19:08    MIC MULROY There's a lot to be learned from the time we spent in Afghanistan on the military side and on the diplomatic side, but certainly on the aid side and foreign assistance. When it comes to that, a lot of great work done by a lot of great people. But we need to take the lessons learned from that as well, because I think there's a growing concern that... The United States is the biggest donor around the world, which I think we should be proud of, but it's almost taken for granted. And a lot of it is not actually getting to the people whose it's intended to. Which my humble opinion doesn't mean we stop, it just means we get better at. That needs to be better explained to the American taxpayer who ultimately are the ones paying the bill. That's, I think it should go without saying, but I am saying it because I think there's a backlash and we don't want that to be the case. from the American people on what they view as just like an endless credit card for crises around the world from the American people without proper safeguards. And I think we need to get to a place where they feel more confident that's the case and where they feel it's aligned with our overall interest. 00:20:12    Close Thanks for listening. If you get a chance, please like and subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast platform. Also, if you're interested in coming on the show or hosting an episode, email us at capodcasting at gmail .com. I'll have the email and CA Association website in the show notes. And now, most importantly, to those currently out in the field working with a partner nation's people or leadership to forward U .S. relations, thank you all for what you're doing. This is Jack, your host. Stay tuned for more great episodes. One CA Podcast.  

In this episode of The Tactical Leader podcast, host Zack Knight sits down with retired Green Beret, entrepreneur, and author Scott Mann for an impactful conversation about leadership, the challenges veterans face in transitioning to civilian life, and the transformative power of storytelling.Key Topics Covered:Scott's Early Life and Military Aspirations: Scott talks about meeting a Green Beret at the age of 14 and how that moment inspired his future in the military.The Challenges of Transitioning Out of Uniform: Scott opens up about the personal and professional struggles he faced when leaving the military and how he overcame these challenges.The Search for Purpose Beyond Service: Scott emphasizes the importance of finding meaning after service and the steps he took to rediscover his purpose in civilian life.Rooftop Leadership: Learn about Scott's initiative, Rooftop Leadership, and his approach to leadership, which centers around managing energy—both your own and that of others.Veterans in Entrepreneurship: Scott shares why veterans are uniquely equipped for entrepreneurship and how he designed his life after military service.The Power of Storytelling: Scott dives into why storytelling is such an important tool for veterans and anyone looking to share their journey, heal from past struggles, and connect with others.Mental Health and Self-Care: Scott discusses the importance of self-care and maintaining mental well-being as a critical part of leadership and personal recovery.Memorable Quotes:“Leadership is the management of energy—yours and those around you.”“You spend your whole life serving a purpose bigger than yourself. The challenge is finding that same level of meaning outside the uniform.”“Veterans have an entrepreneurial mindset because we've been thrown into situations where we had to adapt and thrive.”Resources Mentioned:Scott Mann's Website: Rooftop LeadershipScott's Book: Nobody's Coming to Save You (Available on Amazon)Want to learn more from Scott Mann?Check out his book Nobody's Coming to Save You and visit Rooftop Leadership for more on his leadership programs, speaking engagements, and resources for veterans.About The Tactical Leader Podcast:The Tactical Leader is dedicated to helping leaders, especially veterans, develop the skills needed for success in their personal and professional lives. Hosted by Zack Knight, the podcast features conversations with experts in leadership, resilience, and overcoming adversity.

In this inspiring episode of The Mike Litton Experience, I sit down with Scott Mann, a former Green Beret, acclaimed author, and the visionary behind Rooftop Leadership. Scott's remarkable journey has led him from military service to pioneering a movement focused on human connection and leadership that transcends traditional boundaries. With an intense passion for empowering leaders […]

Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Tactical Leader Podcast, host Zack Knight sits down with retired Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann, a former Green Beret turned entrepreneur, storyteller, and author of Nobody's Coming to Save You. Scott shares his journey from a bullied small-town kid to a decorated Special Forces officer and, ultimately, a successful civilian leader. Together, Zack and Scott delve into topics like the challenges of transitioning out of the military, the importance of finding purpose, and how veterans can channel their skills into entrepreneurship.Scott also discusses the creation of Rooftop Leadership and Task Force Pineapple, highlighting their missions to empower individuals and advocate for others. With candor and wisdom, Scott underscores the power of storytelling as a leadership tool and the significance of managing energy—for yourself and those you lead.Key Topics Covered:Scott's Early Life and Military Aspirations: Meeting a Green Beret at 14 and how that encounter shaped his future.Transitioning Out of Uniform: The personal challenges Scott faced and how he navigated the dark periods.Finding Purpose: The human need for meaning and how Scott discovered new relevance post-service.Rooftop Leadership: Its foundation, mission, and why leadership is about managing energy—yours and others'.Entrepreneurship for Veterans: Why veterans are well-suited for entrepreneurial paths and how Scott created a life by design.Nobody's Coming to Save You: Scott's latest book and why storytelling is central to his work.Self-Care and Recovery: Insights on the importance of unplugging, recharging, and maintaining mental health.Memorable Quotes:“Leadership is the management of energy—yours and those around you.”“You spend your whole life serving a purpose bigger than yourself. The challenge is finding that same level of meaning outside the uniform.”“Veterans have an entrepreneurial mindset because we've been thrown into situations where we had to adapt and thrive.”Resources Mentioned:Scott Mann's Website: Rooftop LeadershipScott's Book: Nobody's Coming to Save You (Available on Amazon)The Hero's Journey: Advocacy and storytelling for veterans.Connect with Scott Mann:LinkedIn: Rooftop LeadershipFacebook: @ScottMannInstagram: @scottmannauthorTwitter: @RooftopLeaderYouTube: Rooftop Leadershiphttps://youtu.be/_szAosvdWdMhttps://scottmann.comhttps://rooftopleadership.comhttp://theheroesjourney.orghttps://lastoutplay.comhttps://operationpineappleexpress.comhttps://linktr.ee/rooftoppodcastEnjoyed this episode? Don't forget to...

Story #1: President Joe Biden pardons his son, Hunter, after months of claiming that he wouldn't. Will breaks it down with the author of ‘The Big Guy: How A President And His Son Sold Out America' and ‘Laptop From Hell' and Columnist at the New York Post, Miranda Devine. Story #2: Who is Kash Patel and why is the establishment so afraid of him? FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel's plans to dismantle the FBI and deep state.  Story #3: What do Special Force veterans think of Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth and the impact he can have on the Department of Defense? Will sits down with retired Green Beret Lt. Col., Scott Mann, Former Delta Force and Army Special Operations soldier, Brett Velicovich, & former Navy SEAL Bear Handlon, to share their thoughts.  Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Mann is a return SRS guest and retired Lt. Col. / Green Beret with an impressive military career that spanned over two decades, including multiple combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for his leadership and expertise in unconventional warfare, Mann has dedicated his life to serving others, both in and out of uniform. After retiring, he became a prominent advocate for veterans, focusing on mental health and the challenges they face after returning home. Mann co-founded Pineapple Express, an initiative that helped evacuate Afghan allies and their families during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. This grassroots effort highlighted his commitment to supporting those who stood by U.S. forces during their service. In addition to his advocacy work, Mann authored "Nobody Is Coming to Save You: A Green Beret's Guide to Getting Big Sh*t Done," a powerful book that emphasizes personal responsibility and the importance of taking action in the face of adversity. Drawing from his military experiences and the lessons learned through his work with Pineapple Express, Mann inspires readers to become proactive in their own lives and communities. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://helixsleep.com/srs https://shopify.com/shawn https://meetfabric.com/shawn https://expressvpn.com/shawn https://ShawnLikesGold.com | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner Scott Mann Links: Book - https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-mann/nobody-is-coming-to-save-you/9781668644614/?lens=center-street Patreon - https://rooftopleadership.com/patreon YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheScottMannChannel LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/davidscottmann Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthor Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthor X - https://x.com/RooftopLeader Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Young men, old men, white men, black men. It appears that Vice President Kamala Harris has a serious problem with men.  It was on full display during college football weekend. Story #2: Israel is preparing to invade Lebanon, as the decapitation of Hezbollah continues, and flooding in the Southeast of America is of biblical proportions. To discuss this, and what we can actually do about it, Will sits down with Lt. Col. Scott Mann (Retired), the Author of ‘Nobody Is Coming To Save You.' Story #3: The crew debates whether or not Florida State has been treated fairly-- and what that debate can teach you about America and life. Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The former U.S. Army Green Beret, NYT bestselling author, leadership consultant, and perennial storyteller talks about the division and tribal behavior that permeates our country now, the death of honor, shame, and consequence, and why Alexis de Tocqueville was right when he observed that America succeeds because she puts the individual ahead of the collective. You can preorder Scott's newest book here. Big thanks to our great sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipRecruiter for FREE. NetSuite.com/Mike Great financing on the number one cloud financial system. AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $30 off their best-selling frame.