The Shawn Johnson Podcast
by Shawn Johnson
Hosted by former SEAL Team operator Shawn Johnson, this podcast goes beyond the battlefield to explore what it really takes to lead, endure, and evolve. Drawing from over two decades of elite military experience, Shawn sits down with warriors, thinkers, and doers—from special operations veterans to neuroscientists, entrepreneurs, and modern philosophers—to unpack the tools of mental toughness, purpose, and post-traumatic growth.This isn’t about war stories. It’s about what comes after.
Episodes
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Are We Already in WWIII? Global Collapse and the Middle East Conflict, Hollywood Clones, Elite Blackmail Rings, and the Epstein Cover-Up
We’ve got an absolutely stacked table tonight with Matt Murphy, Anthony Graio, Eli Halpern, and Dr. Heather Lynn, and we hold absolutely nothing back. We start off looking at the total chaos unfolding across the globe right now—from the riots burning through France to the very real threat of…
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Deep State Secrets, Global Conflicts, and the Push for a New World Order | Anthony Graffeo, Matt Murphy, Ryan Stewman & Christian Cooper
Welcome back to the Shawn Johnson live show. Tonight, I’ve got Matt Murphy, Anthony Graio, and Eli Halpern at the table, and we are holding nothing back. We kick things off by reacting to the breaking geopolitical news out of the Middle East and diving straight into the societal chaos currently...
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The Secret Occult Practices of the Global Elite, Anunnaki and The Knights Templar | Heather Lynn
Today I'm sitting down with Dr. Heather Lynn, an occult historian and cognitive archaeologist, and let me warn you right now—this episode goes into some of the darkest, most disturbing corners of the global elite we've ever covered. We start off talking about the terrifying reality of the IDF's...
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Ancient Aliens, Diddy’s Prison Brawl, Deep State Clones, and Are We Living in a Simulation? | Round Table Livestream
We assembled an absolutely stacked table tonight with Jesse Merl, Dr. Heather Lynn (aka Dr. Shots), Kurt Metzger, Eli Halpern, and Gary FA, and this episode goes completely off the rails right out of the gate. We try to start by breaking down the Shane Gillis gym controversy and the absolute mess...
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Why They Want A Two-Party Cartel, Campaign Secrets & the Illusion of Choice | Jennifer Esteban
In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Esteban from United Independents to look at the absolute state of our political system and ask the question that’s on almost every American’s mind right now: Is the two-party system completely broken, and can we actually break the monopoly? From a...
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3 Hour Global Secrets Deep Dive!: Reptilian World Leaders, MK Ultra, the CIA, Hollywood, Mind Control and More!
In this episode, we sit down with an absolute powerhouse crew—Kurt Metzger, JP Sears, Kyle Cease, and the rest of the boys—for what might be the most unhinged, off-the-rails three hours we’ve ever recorded. Kurt showed up in a full ghillie suit, and from there, all bets were completely off. We…
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How Close is America to Falling Like Rome? The Rise, Fall, and Lessons of Rome | Jeremy Slate
Ep 97 | In this episode, I'm joined by Jeremy Slate, an absolute stud when it comes to the history of ancient Rome. We get raw and unfiltered on a topic that’s been blowing up recently, and it’s not just a trend—it’s crucial. We’re dissecting the "Roman Pattern," analyzing how the fall of the…
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Shot in the Head, Written Off, and Brought Back: Urban Rodriguez & Ryan Bachik
In this episode, we sit down with retired Denton police officer Urban Rodriguez and neuro-performance specialist Ryan Bachik (co-owner of REACT and Bachik Methods) for one of the most powerful, emotional conversations we’ve ever had on this show. Back in 2019, Urban survived the unthinkable…
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"The Two-Party System Is DEAD" What Happens After Trump? The Collapse of MAGA & 2028 Chaos
In this marathon roundtable stream, I brought the boys in, Rex Jones, Gary Faust, Eli Halpern, and Anthony Graffeo, for an absolute no-holds-barred, nearly three-hour war room on the state of the world right now. We started off talking about doomsday survival scenarios, what you actually grab in…
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The Testosterone Collapse Nobody Wants to Admit | Mike Stratton (Marek Health)
In this episode, I sit down with Mike Stratton, the co-founder of Marek Health, to get into the raw truth about what’s actually happening to men’s health, energy, and physical performance across the country. Coming out of the military, I’ve seen firsthand how a broken system leaves guys feeling...
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The Truth Behind the Charlie Kirk Assassination (It's Been Exactly One Year Today...) | Skyler Baird
On the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death at Utah Valley University, eyewitness Skyler Baird joins the podcast to share his raw, firsthand account from just ten feet away. What began as a spontaneous decision to attend the event quickly turned into a front-row nightmare when gunfire...
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The Threat of a Globalist Takeover, Surveillance State, & New American Police Grid | Harrison Smith
Episode 92 | In this episode of the Shawn Johnson Podcast, I sit down with Harrison Smith, host of The War Room on the Alex Jones Network, for an unfiltered conversation examining America's political, economic, and cultural direction. We break down the growing identity crisis within the...
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From Farm Kid to Dominating the Holster Industry Making All American Products | Tim Anderson Invader Concepts
Episode 91 | In this episode of the Shawn Johnson Podcast, I sit down with Tim Anderson, founder of Invader Concepts, to break down the gritty, unfiltered journey of building a powerhouse American manufacturing brand from the ground up. Starting ten years ago making custom holsters in a small...
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Ask Alex Jones ANYTHING Livestream! | Alex Fields Questions Heated Questions: Sandy Hook Lawsuits, Joe Rogan & The Information War Followed BY Matt Murphy & Anthony Graffeo
In this marathon live broadcast, I sit down with Alex Jones, Rex Jones, former Green Beret Matt Murphy, and Anthony Graphio for an expansive, unfiltered breakdown of geopolitics, the deep state, and where the world is actually headed. We kick things off with Alex tackling a live AMA digging into...
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Why 2030 Changes Everything: AI, Ancient Cycles & Consciousness | Sean Clayton & Tyler Engel
In this episode I sit down with @Abundance10000 and @BassForge_us for a mind-bending deep dive into ancient cosmologies, quantum reality, and the massive global shift heading our way by 2030. We break down the Hindu Yuga cycles, Mayan baktun timelines, and how the transition out of the current…
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Candace Owens vs. Andrew Wilson Debate Breakdown | Rex Jones & Anthony Graffeo
In this live episode from the studio, I sit down with Rex Jones and nthony Graffeo for an unfiltered breakdown of the media landscape, debate tactics, and the ongoing fallout within political commentary. We dive deep into the recent Candace Owens vs. Andrew Wilson debate moderated by Patrick...
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This "Zero Oxygen" Training Pod Is Rewiring Elite Athletes Brains | Roman Brady & Leo Young
Episode 87 | In this episode, I sit down with Leo Young and Roman, the co-founders of Exalt XP, to break down the next evolution of human adaptation and performance training. These guys have built something truly game-changing: a modular studio combining simulated high-altitude hypoxic training,...
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Alex Jones | The Candace Owens vs. Andrew Wilson Debate + How to Survive the Impending Collapse
Episode 86 | Alex Jones drops by to break down the highly anticipated Candace Owens vs. Andrew Wilson debate hosted by Patrick Bet-David, dissecting why this confrontation has completely taken over the internet. From Michael Knowles declining the moderator chair to the massive money surrounding…
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The Dark Side of Stand-Up Comedy: Jealousy, Tribes, & Toxic Politics | Jeff Dye
Jeff Dye stops by to pull back the curtain on the real LA comedy scene, setting the record straight on why he’s leaving California’s hyper-political bubble behind. From catching a fellow comic writing insults on his CyberTruck on camera to facing cold shoulders for refusing to echo Hollywood...
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He Ran 500 Miles from Colorado to Moab On Psychedelics | Dante Liberado and Fernando Gonzalez
Episode 84 | In this episode, I’m sitting down with ultra-endurance runner Dante Liberado and filmmaker Fernando Gonzalez to talk about one of the most insane, mind-bending documentaries you’ll ever see: Dante 500. We dig deep into Dante’s epic nine-and-a-half-day, 500-mile run from Colorado...
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Jesse Merl on Charlie Kirk Updates, Opioid Recovery, Family Preparedness, Israel-Iran & a Texas Fire Revelation
YouTuber and commentator Jesse Merl (Jesse ON FIRE) joins for a wide-ranging conversation blending current events, personal redemption, and practical wisdom. He breaks down the latest surrounding Charlie Kirk, shares his raw story of opioid addiction and the hard-fought path that pulled him from...
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Evan Slaughter on Purple Heart Combat, Opiate Addiction, Recovery & Finding Purpose Through Comedy
Army veteran and viral content creator Evan Slaughter (Fit2Serve) shares his raw journey from the battlefield to redemption. A Birmingham, Alabama native who enlisted as an 11 Bravo infantryman, Evan deployed to Afghanistan in 2011. Serving as gunner in the lead truck, he was injured by an IED,...
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Arvis Owens Advocates for Thousands of Service Members Failed by Military Justice System
Former Navy Commander and 1995 Naval Academy graduate Arvis Owens briefly shares his own experience of false sexual assault accusations that ended his career with a dismissal and years on the sex offender registry—despite acquittals on most charges and later jury concerns. The heart of this…
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DPAK & Spirit Expose Threats Over Ye’s Decentralized Stream, Wife’s Poisoning & CCP Links to Falun Dafa Attacks
DPAK and Spirit go deep on the music industry’s dark undercurrents. Spirit details his background and the intense battle to create a decentralized streaming platform for Ye, which triggered multiple threats and the poisoning of his wife—leaving her without sight in her left eye and battling...
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Rock Bottom to Project Grit – Terrence Ogden on Redemption, the Alamo, and Brotherhood
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we welcome Terrence Ogden, founder of Official Project Grit and the Immortal 32 Ruck. Terrence shares his raw, unflinching life story — one of struggle, redemption, and ultimate purpose that will inspire anyone fighting their own battles.Terrence opens…
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Road Stories, Outlaw Legends & Cosmic Questions with Ellis Bullard
Get ready for a wild, heartfelt ride as we sit down with Ellis Bullard — the Austin-based honky-tonk powerhouse reviving raw, unfiltered country music with albums like Honky Tonk Ain’t Noise Pollution and Piss-Hot Freightlining Country Music. From dusty highways to international stages, Ellis...
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Pastor Alan DiDio on the Secret Government Disclosure Meeting
In one of the most thought-provoking and boundary-pushing episodes to date, we welcome Pastor Alan Didio — a respected spiritual leader who was personally invited to a classified government meeting on alien disclosure. What he witnessed, learned, and wrestled with challenges everything we think…
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Matt King, CEO of GoBundance a Brotherhood of High Achievers
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Matt King, the visionary CEO of GoBundance – the premier mastermind community for high-performing men who refuse to settle for one-dimensional success. From college dropout to leading a global tribe of elite entrepreneurs with a collective net worth...
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Jesse & Alex Jones - 5 Biggest BOMBSHELLS that DESTROYED Tyler Robinson Prosecution this week
In this explosive Episode 75, Alex Jones teams up with Jesse Merl (Jesse on Fire) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into the ongoing Tyler Robinson trial — the case surrounding the shocking assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in September 2025.From the very...
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Eli Halpern - Unfiltered Takes on Politics, Culture, Religion & the Cosmos
In Episode 74 we sit down with the bold, no-filter comedian and thinker Eli Halpern (@octaviusthunder). Known for his razor-sharp stand-up that fearlessly skewers modern absurdities, Eli brings that same raw energy to a wide-ranging, thought-provoking conversation that dives deep into the...
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Michael Forest & Tyler Engle - Alien Relics Rewriting Mexico's Ancient History
In Episode 73 we welcome researcher, documentarian, and investigator Michael Forest of the Alien carvings project, alongside subject-matter expert Tyler Engle — author of Cryptex Esoterica and researcher specializing in sacred geometry, ancient temple technology, consciousness, and the hidden...
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Alex Jones - Faith, Nephilim, Aliens & Elite Secrets
In this explosive Episode 72, legendary broadcaster and truth-teller Alex Jones joins us for one of the most profound and wide-ranging conversations we’ve ever had. Alex opens up about his deep personal faith in God and how it shapes his worldview, connecting biblical history like Noah’s Ark to...
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Eric Spicely - UFC Fighter to Stand-Up Comedian: Upsets, CTE & Reinvention
In Episode 71 we sit down with former UFC middleweight Eric Spicely, who has made a remarkable transition from the Octagon to the comedy stage. Eric opens up about his tough upbringing — growing up very poor, largely on his own starting around age 15, with limited family support and having to...
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DPAK - Team Humanity Awakening, Meditation, Truth & Consciousness
In Episode 70 we sit down with the extraordinary DPAK (Deepak Ramapriyan), known as “The Other Deepak” — a world-class singer, virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, actor, dancer, and consciousness explorer. DPAK has orchestrated over 45 songs for Disney’s Mira, Royal Detective,...
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Angels, Demons & Redemption – Sam Tripoli on Faith, Government Control, Comedy & Fatherhood
In Episode 69 we sit down with comedian, conspiracy researcher, and host of Tin Foil Hat, Sam Tripoli, for one of the most raw and wide-ranging conversations we’ve ever recorded. Sam opens up about the darkest chapters of his life—his brutal struggles with addiction, hitting rock bottom, and how…
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Lauren Witzke & Edward Szall- Will They Prove Mt. Ararat is Home to Noah's Ark?
In Episode 68 we dive deep into one of the most extraordinary archaeological and spiritual claims of our time: has Noah’s Ark finally been located on Mount Ararat in Turkey? Joining us are investigative researcher Edward Szall and Christian activist, film producer, and media strategist Lauren...
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Jay Lane - From Homeless Sorority Closet to IFBB Pro – Dark Side, PEDs, Injuries & Motivation
Jay Lane is an IFBB Pro bodybuilder, coach, and content creator known for his raw honesty and powerful underdog story. With dozens of titles and multiple pro cards, he has built a strong following by keeping it real.From being homeless and living in a sorority house closet during college, Jay...
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Rob Sembiante - Ultra Marathon Madness, Near-Deaths, Quitting BUD/S & Finding His True Path
In Episode 66, we welcome ultra-endurance beast Rob Sembiante — former Navy Diver, world-record holder, real estate investor, and one of the most relentless ultra marathon runners out there. Rob takes us through his insane journey from military service to pushing the absolute limits of human...
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Tajana Cekic - Canada's Collapse, Truth-Seeking, Tyranny & Escaping the Madness
In Episode 65, we sit down with fiery truth-seeker and social media powerhouse Tajana Cekic for a raw, no-holds-barred conversation about the real state of Canada and the Western world. Born in war-torn former Yugoslavia (Serbia) and immigrating to Canada at just nine years old, Tajana brings a...
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Matt Murphy & Anthony Graffeo - Aliens, Iran War, Nazis, Nephilim & Raw Truth
Episode 63: Matt Murphy & Anthony Graffeo - Unfiltered Truth on Aliens, War, Trauma, and Taboo TopicsIn one of the most raw and wide-ranging episodes we've ever recorded, former Green Beret Matt Murphy and Anthony Graffeo join us for a no-holds-barred conversation that dives deep into nearly…
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Phil Daru – Strength Coach Behind Dustin Poirier & UFC Champions
Episode 62: Phil Daru – The Strength Coach Forging UFC Champions Like Dustin PoirierIn this powerful and high-performance episode of the Shawn Johnson Podcast, Shawn welcomes Phil Daru, one of the most respected strength and conditioning coaches in combat sports and elite athletics. Born November...
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Melvin Arldt – NASA, 60+ Year Marriage, Faith & Life Wisdom
Legacy Podcast #1 of The Shawn Johnson Podcast launches a heartfelt new series with an inspiring conversation featuring 85-year-old Melvin Arldt, a lifelong Texan, devoted family man, and pillar of his Oak Hill community in Austin. In this intimate episode, Shawn sits down with his neighbor…
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Luke & Kristen Schmidt on Utopiq, Blockchain AI Security & Rogue Agents
Episode 60 of The Shawn Johnson Podcast delivers a timely and eye-opening conversation with Luke and Kristen Schmidt, the visionary founders of Utopiq, a groundbreaking AI Agent Cybersecurity startup based in Fredericksburg, Texas. In this episode, Shawn sits down with the dynamic duo to explore...
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Tyler Engle - Episode 59
Episode 59 of The Shawn Johnson Podcast features an electrifying deep dive with Tyler Engle, a renowned expert in ancient civilizations and esoteric knowledge, unpacking the most mind-bending intersections of modern disclosure, ancient mysteries, and planetary transformation. In this expansive...
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Joby Weeks - Episode 58
Episode 58 of The Shawn Johnson Podcast features Joby Weeks – the modern-day Robin Hood of Bitcoin who built empires, empowered everyday people with crypto wealth, and now fights one of the most unjust government persecutions in recent history.In this powerful eye-opening conversation, Joby Weeks...
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Anthony Graffeo - Episode 57
Anthony Graffeo is an independent journalist, political analyst, and unapologetic truth-seeker who fearlessly challenges mainstream narratives and dives deep into today’s most controversial topics. Based in Austin, Texas, Anthony runs The Ungovernable Project, a small business crafting…
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Christian Schauf - Episode 56
Christian Schauf is a true adventurer, entrepreneur, and storyteller whose journey from a Wisconsin farm to founding a leading preparedness brand is packed with grit, creativity, and resilience. Raised on a large dairy farm in Northwest Wisconsin, Christian grew up immersed in hard work,...
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Genivive Clinton - Episode 55
Genivive Clinton is a force of nature in stand-up comedy—a bold, dynamic voice whose raw honesty, sharp wit, and electric stage presence have taken her from the gritty streets of Detroit to headlining clubs and opening for comedy giants across the country. Born and raised primarily in Detroit…
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Ryan Curtis - Episode 54
In this raw and unforgettable episode of the Shawn Johnson Podcast, I sit down with filmmaker and country music artist Ryan Curtis, the director of Hollywood Grit.Ryan takes us deep into his wild Boston upbringing, sharing jaw-dropping stories of growing up around the mafia, street life, and the...
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Alex Jones - The Real Reason Trump Turned on His Biggest Supporters (Insider Information)
Episode 53: Alex Jones Returns - Trump Assassination Attempt, Missing Scientists, Magnetosphere Collapse, Michael Jackson & SEAL Stories from AfghanistanIn this high-octane Episode 53, Alex Jones returns to The Shawn Johnson Podcast for a raw, uncensored conversation covering the biggest stories...
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Hosted by former SEAL Team operator Shawn Johnson, this podcast goes beyond the battlefield to explore what it really takes to lead, endure, and evolve. Drawing from over two decades of elite military experience, Shawn sits down with warriors, thinkers, and doers—from special operations veterans to neuroscientists, entrepreneurs, and modern philosophers—to unpack the tools of mental toughness, purpose, and post-traumatic growth.This isn’t about war stories. It’s about what comes after.
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