All the things that made the world the way it is now. Welcome to the podcast takes your nostalgia, tells you the history behind it and makes you ask What the HELL Were You Thinking. Host Dave Bledsoe takes the history, politics and pop culture of the past fifty years and explains what it was like to live through it and why it is still ruining the world today. So join Dave, his hapless Producer Gavin St James every Monday for time capsule of truth! Find us at whatthehellpodcast.com, @whattheh ...
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Host Ryan Bledsoe shares his thoughts and lifelong experiences with supernatural phenomena, the UFO community and intelligence agencies following an entity encounter in 2007 known as one of the most publicly documented cases of all time. Along with his best friend, Nick, Ryan discusses the paranormal, spirituality, UFOs, consciousness and all things weird beyond the veil.
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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.
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This week, the guys welcome visionary artist Molly Chopin to the show for an inspiring conversation about the universal creative spark that lives within all of us. They dive into the art of channeling visions through flow state, Molly’s journey through various Burning Man chapters, her experience working as a student under Alex and Allyson Grey thr…
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#197 Bob Parsons - Vietnam War Veteran / Founder of GoDaddy & PXG
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3:24:53Bob Parsons is a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Purple Heart. After graduating from college, he founded Parsons Technology, which was later sold to Intuit. He then founded GoDaddy, which became the world's largest domain name registrar. He later sold a majority…
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Episode 492: You STILL Want A New Drug Part 2 of the Crack Epidemic
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31:36Show Notes Episode 492: You STILL Want A New Drug Part 2 of the Crack Epidemic This week Host Dave Bledsoe thought he was done drinking but discovered his credit card company had (Foolishly) upped his credit limit. (This will not end well for either of them) On the show this week we deliver part two of the crack epidemic talking about all the lies …
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Show Notes Episode 491: You Want A NEW Drug? Part 1 of the Crack Epidemic This week Host Dave Bledsoe found himself unexpectedly in a serious situation when we staggered into an Irish wake and had to pretend he was cousin Eamon from Cork. (He was quickly figured out because his fake Irish accent kept sounding more Jamaican.) On the show this week w…
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#196 Joshua Broome - "Rocco Reed," Inside The Adult Film Industry
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3:05:13Joshua Broome is a former adult film star turned pastor, speaker, and advocate for redemption. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, he entered the porn industry in his early 20s, earning accolades like “Porn Star of the Year” and appearing in over 1,000 films before walking away in 2013. After hitting rock bottom—struggling with identity, shame, and …
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197: Where Beauty Meets Magic w/ Pati Dubroff
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1:21:58This week, the guys welcome renowned Hollywood makeup artist Pati Dubroff to the show. They dive into superstitions about the dead, Pati’s pilgrimage to India, and unforgettable orb sightings. Pati also shares how she became the "keeper" of the original dome at the Theosophists' Krotona Institute and later a preservationist for the property, along …
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#195 Marat Gabidullin - Wagner Group Commander / Russian Mercenary
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1:47:20Marat Gabidullin, born in Siberia and raised in Uzbekistan, served in Soviet airborne forces until 1994, then spent three years in prison for shooting a crime boss. After security work in Russia, he joined the Wagner Group in 2015, rose to lead a reconnaissance company, and was badly wounded near Palmyra in 2016. He later advised the ISIS Hunters B…
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#194 Father Stephen Gadberry - The Unconventional Priest
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3:11:25Father Stephen Gadberry is a priest in the Diocese of Little Rock, Arkansas, ordained on May 28, 2016. Born and raised on a farm in the Arkansas Delta, he enlisted in the Air Force after high school, serving in Texas, Germany, and Central Iraq during the mid-2000s. With degrees in philosophy and theology from St. Joseph Seminary College and Rome’s …
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196: Psychic Abilities w/ Hakim Isler
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1:07:48This week the guys welcomed Hakim Isler to discuss the power of the mind and the unseen forces that shape our reality. Hakim—combat veteran, survivalist, 5th-degree black belt, and trained remote viewer—dives deep into topics like mind sight, psi abilities, the art and discipline of ninjitsu, and the psychic abilities he’s cultivated through years …
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#193 John Stryker Meyer - MACV-SOG: The Secret War in Vietnam
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4:07:03John Stryker Meyer is a decorated Green Beret who served two tours in Vietnam (1968-1969 and 1969-1970) with the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group(MACV-SOG). Enlisting in 1966, he earned his Special Forces tab in 1967 and joined Spike Team Idaho, later leading Recon Team Idaho at Command and Control North (CCN) i…
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Show Notes Episode 490: Miami Vice Vice Baby This week Host Dave Bledsoe finds himself in hot water with his boss over his constant screw ups and is told to turn in his microphone and podcaster badge (Which is just some toy Jeremy got out of vending machine and told Dave it was “official”) On the show this week we head back to the 80’s to talk abou…
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#192 Lee Strobel & John Burke - The Resurrection
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3:41:22Lee Strobel is a best-selling author, journalist, and Christian apologist best known for The Case for Christ, which recounts his journey from atheism to faith. A former award-winning legal editor at the Chicago Tribune, Strobel has written over 40 books, including The Case for Faith and The Case for a Creator. He founded the Strobel Center at Color…
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This week, the guys recap a fantastic weekend at the Azalea Festival in Downtown Wilmington, NC. At Bledsoe Said So/UFO of God's 2nd annual spring meetup, the podcast team and Bledsoe family met many new faces, caught up with veteran Ohmies and hosted a skywatch on Saturday night with over 250 people in attendance! On Sunday, over 100 people joined…
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#191 Dave Ramsey - CEO, Ramsey Solutions
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3:41:38Dave Ramsey is a personal finance expert, bestselling author, and radio host known for his no-nonsense approach to money management. After experiencing financial ruin in his twenties, Ramsey rebuilt his wealth and launched a mission to help others avoid the same mistakes. He created Financial Peace University, a step-by-step program that teaches pe…
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Episode 489: We Built This City on Flake and Blow
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32:44Show Notes Episode 489: We Built This City on Flake and Blow This week Host Dave Bledsoe puts on a Hawwian shirt, drops a Jimmy Buffett record on the turntable and mixes up a Bahama Mama before anyone figured out that he was not part of the wedding and threw him out of the venue. (This happens a lot.) On the show this week we head south to a city o…
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#190 Shyam Sankar - Chief Technology Officer of Palantir: The Future of Warfare
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2:21:10Shyam Sankar is the Chief Technology Officer at Palantir Technologies. A builder at heart, he’s spent over 20 years designing and deploying cutting-edge software and AI for both government and private sector partners. As Palantir’s 13th hire, Shyam helped take the company from scrappy startup to S&P 500 powerhouse. A relentless opponent of ineffici…
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194: Holographic Realities & Visualization w/ Cameron Mizell
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2:04:25This week, the guys welcome artist, songwriter, singer, and record producer Cameron Mizell to the show. They dive into his music career and his current role at Soapbox, a company revolutionizing the way fans experience music through life-size 3D holograms of pop culture artists, accessible via a Meta Quest app. The conversation expands into the pow…
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#189 Thomas "Drago" Dzieran - Navy SEAL / The Terrorist Terrorizer
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5:09:49Thomas "Drago" Dzieran is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL, author, and software engineer. Born in Communist Poland, he spent time as a political prisoner before immigrating to the United States in 1984. After becoming a U.S. citizen in 1991, he joined the Navy and served 20 years, including stints with SEAL Teams 2 and 4, and as a BUD/S instructor. Drago …
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Show Notes Episode 488: Coke Is IT!! This week Host Dave Bledsoe was in a bathroom stall with white powder all over his face. (He passed on the shitter eating a powdered donut. Again.) On the show this week, we kick off a series of shows about cocaine, the drug that made white people think disco was for them! Along the way we learned that Dave was …
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It was the fuel that ran the 70’s and 80’s. It gave us disco, hair metal and pretty much every country music song between 1971 and, well now. There is at least a 30% chance that you were personally conceived while your parents were high as balls on it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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#188 Leigh & Robert Bortins - Why Parents Are Ditching Public Schools for Homeschooling
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3:09:35Leigh Bortins is the founder of Classical Conversations, a global homeschooling program rooted in classical, Christian education. With degrees in aerospace engineering and ministry, she blends analytical rigor with deep educational vision. A mother of four and grandmother of three, Leigh’s passion for home education began with homeschooling her own…
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193: Good Guidance & Belief w/ Dave Wishon
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1:57:02On a very special episode, the guys welcome Alex's dad, Dave Wishon. They dive into meaningful conversations about belief in a higher power and the importance of receiving good guidance along life's journey. Dave also shares his experiences as a restaurant owner, offering insight into the challenges and rewards of the industry. Plus, he opens up ab…
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#187 Doug Collins - United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs
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1:54:21Doug Collins is the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, sworn in on February 5, 2025. A Republican with a track record of public service, Collins served as U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 9th district (2013–2021) and in the Georgia House (2007–2013). An Air Force Reserve chaplain since 2002, he deployed to Iraq in 2008 and was promo…
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Episode 487: Trade You Three Beenz for a Flooz
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31:19Show Notes Episode 487: Trade You Three Beenz for a Flooz This week Host Dave Bledsoe offers to trade the bartender stock options in his internet start up Beer Me only to have his IPO flop badly. (Again) On the show this week we head back the heady days of the late 90’s when everyone had an internet startup ready to fail, the Dot Com Bubble! Along …
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#186 Brett Cooper - The Real Reason She Left The Daily Wire
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3:55:54Brett Cooper is a conservative commentator, actress, and digital media personality best known for her sharp wit and cultural commentary. She first gained national attention as the host of The Comments Section with The Daily Wire, where she dissected viral content and offered her take on pop culture, politics, and current events. With a background i…
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In this week’s episode, the guys welcome Mollie Adler to the show for a deep dive into the world of UFOs, deception, and personal transformation. Mollie shares her powerful experience with the Bledsoe family and how it changed her life. They explore UFO propaganda, the use of mind control, and the hidden influence of neuro-linguistic programming (N…
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#185 Scott "Kidd" Poteet - SpaceX Polaris Dawn Astronaut on Spacewalk, Moon Landing and Mars
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4:22:19Scott “Kidd” Poteet is a retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel and highly experienced pilot who served more than two decades in the military. Over the course of his Air Force career, he flew F-16s in multiple combat deployments and held roles in leadership and training, earning a reputation for his strong work ethic and focus on mission excelle…
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Episode 486: It Could Use More Snot This week Host Dave Bledsoe proffered a Mickey Mantle rookie card in exchange for the clearance of his bar tab despite the fact that it was clearly printed on cardstock by an inkjet low on cyan. (They forced him to eat it before they tossed him out.) On the show this week we examine the disgusting kids collectibl…
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#184 Growing Threat - Christian Persecution in Syria, Homeland Attacks and How to Prepare
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2:24:19Shawn 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 a…
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191: Beyond The Physical w/ Allyn Evans, MBA, CEO of the Monroe Institute
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1:37:24This week, the guys welcome Allyn Evans, MBA, CEO of the Monroe Institute. Allyn shares her journey with the Institute, from her early experiences to becoming its CEO, and dives into her work exploring human consciousness. They discuss the power of dream journaling, expanding psychic awareness, and the book she is writing, which delves into these t…
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#183 Dr. Ben Carson - Neuralink, God’s Hand in Neuroscience and Human Consciousness
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2:19:17Dr. Ben Carson is an American retired neurosurgeon, author, and politician who served as the 17th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 2017 to 2021. As a pioneering pediatric neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Carson performed groundbreaking surgeries, including the first successful separation of conjoined twins joined…
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Episode 485: Avon, Amway and Tupperware. Oh My!
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32:55Show Notes Episode 495: Avon, Amway and Tupperware, OH MY! This week host Dave Bledsoe devises a plan where he recruits two people to pay for his drinks and they recruit two people to pay for their drinks and one of his, everyone profits. (It didn’t work because no one likes him enough to buy even ONE drink for him.) On the show this week we took a…
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