Shawn Ryan Show - #171 Palmer Luckey - Superhuman Soldiers, AI Missiles and Exoskeletons in Warzones

#171 Palmer Luckey - Superhuman Soldiers, AI Missiles and Exoskeletons in Warzones

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02/14/25 • 231 min

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Palmer Luckey is an entrepreneur and innovator best known for founding Oculus VR and Anduril Industries. In 2012, he launched Oculus VR and developed the Oculus Rift, a groundbreaking virtual reality headset that redefined a wide array of industries. The company was acquired by Facebook in 2014 for $2 billion, where Luckey subsequently worked until 2017.

Following his departure, he founded Anduril Industries - a defense technology company specializing in autonomous systems including drones, surveillance towers, and aircraft. Anduril has secured major contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company has raised significant funding, including $1.5 billion in 2022, valuing it at $8.5 billion.

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#170 Mike Benz - USAID Funding CIA-Backed Mercenaries, Media Superweapons and Samantha Powers

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Mike Benz is the Executive Director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, a non-profit watchdog group dedicated to protecting digital liberties and restoring the free and open Internet. He previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Communications and Information Technology at the US State Department during the Trump administration, where he formulated US policy on Internet diplomacy issues and interfaced with private industry. Benz has been a vocal critic of technological government overreach, most recently in his critiques of USAID and his advocacy against online censorship. He actively brings attention to people and organizations involved in controlling speech on social media.

Prior to his role at the State Department, Benz was a White House speechwriter for President Trump and advised on technology policy. Prior to his public sector work, he practiced business law as an attorney in New York, representing technology companies and financial firms.

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#172 Travis Haley - Blackwater Sniper's Controversial Moments in Deadly War Zones

Travis Haley is a legend in the armed forces community. As a veteran of the United States Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance, he’s built an illustrious career in both military service and the private sector. After combat tours in the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, Haley transitioned to private military contracting with Blackwater USA, where he participated in high-profile operations including the 2004 Battle of Najaf. He later co-founded Magpul Dynamics, revolutionizing firearms training for civilians and professionals alike. In 2011, he founded Haley Strategic Partners, a company dedicated to advanced tactical training and product development for military, law enforcement, and responsible armed citizens.

Under Haley's leadership, Haley Strategic Partners has introduced groundbreaking training programs and products that emphasize adaptability, self-awareness, and practical application. The company offers dynamic hands-on training and develops tactical gear such as the D3CR (Disruptive Environments Chest Rig) series. Recently, Haley has expanded his focus to include "mind architecture," helping individuals achieve personal growth through resilience and self-improvement. His work continues to influence the defense industry while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in tactical training.

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