Shawn Ryan, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, found a new mission after his military service by creating “The Shawn Ryan Show.” His unfiltered interviews with diverse guests, including former President Donald Trump, offer deep insights into important topics. From his military career to building a media business, Ryan’s story showcases resilience and reinvention.

Don Shipley’s story is one of service, both in the Navy SEALs and in his post-service mission to expose military imposters. This guide explores his SEAL career, BUD/S training, and his relentless fight against stolen valor, making him a key figure in safeguarding the integrity of military honors.

Women can now pursue a career as a Navy SEAL, but it’s a daunting path. The journey involves passing the same rigorous standards that male candidates face, from BUD/S to mental toughness. Discover the details of what it takes and the ongoing efforts of women in elite military roles.

Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training is a 24-week challenge that pushes candidates physically and mentally to the edge. Divided into three phases—Basic Conditioning, Diving, and Land Warfare—BUD/S prepares recruits to become Navy SEALs. This guide breaks down each phase, from the intense physical demands of Hell Week to the crucial skills learned in diving and combat training, offering insight into the mental toughness and resilience required to succeed.

Curious about how many Navy SEALs there are out there? In this article we dive into the current state of the U.S. Navy SEALs and how many are out there. The number of SEALs has fluctuated based on global needs and military history. Their story begins before they were even called SEALs. They have their roots in the Underwater Demolition Teams (UDTs) of War II.The first official SEAL Teams were established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy. He saw a need for a dedicated maritime special operations force. The initial teams were very small, pulled from the ranks of the UDTs to form a new kind of fighting force.The Vietnam War saw a significant expansion of the SEALs and their mission sets. They proved highly effective in the jungles and rivers of Southeast Asia. After Vietnam, their numbers were reduced during the relative peace that followed, a common trend across the Army and Navy forces.The biggest recent change came after the attacks of September 11, 2001. The subsequent Global War on Terrorism created a massive demand for special operations forces. According to research from the Congressional Research Service, all of the U.S. Special Operations Command saw a period of growth.But even during this time of high demand, the standards for becoming a SEAL were not lowered. The warfare command, working with Navy human resources, chose to focus on enabling their current force and slightly increasing the number of training slots. The fundamental truth remained: the selection process confirms not everyone can be a SEAL, and forcing it would be a mistake.