On this episode of the Mike Drop Podcast, Mike Ritland hosts Alan Shebaro, a former Green Beret sniper, 5th-degree jiu-jitsu black belt, and We Defy Foundation founder, supporting veterans with jiu-jitsu scholarships. Alan opens with a fiery take, branding Israel a "terrorist state" for displacing Palestinians and dismissing the "unprovoked"…
Jim DiOrio, a former FBI insider, reveals how the Bureau lost touch with the American people. He argues that the FBI stopped getting out into the community, trading real human connection for screens and data. His message? To earn back trust, they must return to the streets — where the…
SEAL Team 5 Initiation: Part Torture, Part Team Bonding Exercise On his first day at SEAL Team 5, Clark Impastato thought he was ready… until reality hit. From Fort Benning jump school to a wild initiation filled with n*dity, duct tape, and bizarre stunts, this clip exposes the insane culture…
Jim DiOrio, a former FBI agent recalls a tense encounter with a massive, intimidating man. When he notices a striking Jesus tattoo on the guy’s shoulder, he makes a bold move that flips the entire situation — turning potential disaster into an unbelievable moment of control and humor. If you…
Shawn Ryan shares a shocking personal story: after surviving the brutal Hell Week in Navy SEAL training, he failed the first BUD/S phase exam because he partied, drank, and chased girls. He opens up about the raw reality of SEAL training, the mistakes he made, and what it really takes…
Jim DiOrio, a former FBI agent recounts a chaotic and hilarious moment in the office. A joke about Chris Christie and pinstripes sends the entire team into uncontrollable laughter — so intense it leads to a two-week suspension. The story shows the unexpected humor and human side inside the FBI.…
Jim DiOrio, a former FBI agent shares a jaw-dropping moment where a sitting U.S. Senator flipped him off in a hallway. He exposes the real struggle behind getting wiretaps and how that very process shook public trust in the FBI — all unfolding just before 9/11. If you like this,…
Andy Stumpf breaks down the controversial role of women in special operations. From blind standards to battlefield realities, he shares a raw, unfiltered take on whether integration makes the military stronger — or dangerously weaker. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Click here to…
Mike Ritland reacts to the shocking reality that over 2,100 dogs are euthanized every single day in America. He dives deep into the brutal truth behind overbreeding, supply and demand, and the lack of education driving this crisis. His raw perspective exposes what no one wants to admit about the…
Zack Ferguson recalls watching the Boston Marathon bomb*ng and seeing innocent lives destroyed. The trauma pushed him to channel pain into strength, finding resilience through grueling gladiator-style training and unexpected guidance from his instructors. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the episode: Ep.…
The REAL Reason Shawn Ryan Quit CIA For Good Shawn Ryan opens up about the brutal reality of leaving the CIA. He explains why the life feels like a dangerous addiction, why he refused to stay silent, and how that decision led to the birth of Vigilance Elite. If you…
Zach Skow dives deep into the harsh reality of prison life, revealing the constant dark energy inmates face. He shows how small acts of empathy, respect, and connection can awaken humanity in the darkest places—and why that spark is where true progress begins. If you like this, click subscribe, like…
Zack Ferguson recounts the terrifying reality of Phase One: extreme fatigue, underwater 50-meter swims, and shallow water blackouts. Watch as the intense training pushes recruits to their limits, where every second could mean life or death. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch the…
This is a perspective you haven't heard. A 21-year FBI SWAT sniper breaks down the operational questions surrounding the Charlie Kirk assassination—not the politics, but the mechanics. How does a shooter escape with a full-length rifle? Is the official narrative even possible from a tactical standpoint? Former Special Agent Jeremy…
Cole Fackler shares the chilling reality of what happens when a SEAL is K.I.A. He explains the silent codes, the non-verbal network of wives, and the heart-wrenching rituals that ensure loved ones know they were loved — even if they never return. If you like this, click subscribe, like and…
Zach Skow breaks down the brutal reality of life behind bars. He explains how stripping prisoners of humanity and hope turns them into dangerous, viol*nt individuals. This clip exposes the harsh truth about what happens when despair becomes all they know. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share…
Andy Stumpf Exposes Brutal SEAL Training Psychology That Forces Men to Quit Andy Stumpf opens up about his time as a BUD/S instructor, revealing the brutal psychology behind why Navy SEAL candidates quit. From inspiring starts to devastating decisions, he exposes the shocking reality of how men break under pressure…
Zach Skow shares his personal mission of pairing inmates with animal shelters. This clip shows how he helps prisoners rescue dogs, giving both humans and animals a second chance while challenging the $110 billion prison industrial complex. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend. Watch…
Zack Ferguson opens up about the painful loss of his closest friend, Justin Pegg, who failed a drug test during sniper school. The tragic spiral that followed left a permanent mark on his life and highlights the brutal reality behind the uniform. If you like this, click subscribe, like and…
In this powerful episode of the Mike Drop Podcast, Mike sits down with Zach Skow, founder of Marley’s Mutts and the Positive Change prison-dog program. What begins with the chaos of evacuating nearly 300 animals during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan unfolds into Zach’s raw story of addiction, survival, and…
Jocko Willink reveals the uncomfortable truth about the Iraq War: no one ever defined what “winning” meant. Instead of a clear mission, leadership shifted to simply “not losing,” leaving troops without direction. He warns that the next generation of leaders must start asking the hard questions that were ignored in…
Shawn Ryan breaks down the most insane part of his job—going from total boredom to full-blown chaos when the pirates show up. What starts as just another quiet day on the ocean turns into a real-life firefight. Forget the movies—this is what it's actually like to take on pirates in…
Shawn Ryan and Mike Ritland tear into the gritty reality of elite military selection processes. They expose the ugly truth about ego-driven decisions, political games, and slipping standards in contracting that let unqualified "slip knots" sneak through while sidelining capable operators. From high shooting standards to the toxic power trips…
Zach Ferguson reveals the raw email that fueled his obsession with becoming a warrior. From wanting to be a UFC champion to chasing the Spartan gladiator mindset, he explains how that hunger led him toward the military instead of the cage. If you like this, click subscribe, like and share…
