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EARLY Access [Video] with Simone Ledeen - Deputy Assistant Secretary of State: Middle East

Simone Ledeen is a national security expert and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Middle East Policy, where she oversaw U.S. defense strategies for countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, and others.

With an MBA and finance background, she served as an advisor to the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq and later as Executive Director at Standard...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Simone Ledeen

Simone Ledeen is a national security expert and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Middle East Policy, where she oversaw U.S. defense strategies for countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, and others.

With an MBA and finance background, she served as an advisor to the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq and later as Executive Director at Standard ...

Which actor would play you in a movie? Pick an actor and tell us why!

Isaiah Taylor takes on the Desert Island Challenge.

July 16th Giveaway

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EARLY Access [Video] with Isaiah Taylor - Revolutionizing Nuclear Energy

Isaiah Taylor is the audacious visionary behind Valar Atomics, an El Segundo-based startup on a mission to reinvent atomic energy and fuel the future of mankind. Isaiah Taylor dropped out of high school at 16 to start a business and write software for the world's largest hedge fund, but his real obsession, inherited from his physicist great-grandfather, is nuclear energy. 

After ten ...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Isaiah Taylor - Revolutionizing Nuclear Energy

Isaiah Taylor is the audacious visionary behind Valar Atomics, an El Segundo-based startup on a mission to reinvent atomic energy and fuel the future of mankind. Isaiah Taylor dropped out of high school at 16 to start a business and write software for the world's largest hedge fund, but his real obsession, inherited from his physicist great-grandfather, is nuclear energy.

After ten years...

What Will Be The Most Impactful Defense Technology Advancement In This Decade?

Katherine Boyle details what new piece of defense tech she believes will be the most impactful in the 2020's as well as other topics.

A question from our member Stephen Casey (8:28) was chosen for the segment.

What 90's Movie For A Deserted Island?

Katherine Boyle takes on the Desert Island Challenge.

Hot Takes #002

Shawn dishes out his honest takes on viral internet videos, from epic gun fails to advancements in the AI space and more.

EARLY Access [Video] with Gavin Newsom

Gavin Newsom, born in San Francisco, California, is the 40th Governor of California, serving since 2019. A Democrat, he was Lieutenant Governor (2011–2019) and San Francisco’s youngest mayor in a century (2004–2011), gaining national attention for issuing same-sex marriage licenses in 2004. Diagnosed with dyslexia at age five, Newsom graduated from Santa Clara University in 1989 with a BS...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Gavin Newsom

Gavin Newsom, born in San Francisco, California, is the 40th Governor of California, serving since 2019. A Democrat, he was Lieutenant Governor (2011–2019) and San Francisco’s youngest mayor in a century (2004–2011), gaining national attention for issuing same-sex marriage licenses in 2004. Diagnosed with dyslexia at age five, Newsom graduated from Santa Clara University in 1989 with a BS...

EMERGENCY Access [Video] with Augustus Doricko

Augustus Doricko is the founder and CEO of Rainmaker Technology Corp., a company focused on cloud seeding and weather modification. A Thiel Fellow and rising figure in climate tech, Doricko has recently faced public scrutiny following the major floods in Texas. His team conducted a brief cloud seeding operation on July 2 in a limited area of the state, then suspended operations out of caution. ...

Inside COVID, Epstein Files, Elon Musk, and the Iran Nuke Controversy | Official Preview

The official preview for episode #218 with Gavin Newsom

JAY CAL | Paint Me A Picture

Jay Cal from GBRS talks with DJ Shipley.

EARLY Access [Video] with Katherine Boyle - Cofounder of American Dynamism

Katherine Boyle is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and cofounder of its American Dynamism practice, investing in sectors such as defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and infrastructure. She serves on the boards of Apex Space and Hadrian Automation, and is a board observer for Saronic Technologies and Castelion.

Previously, she was a partner at General Catalyst, where she co-led the...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Katherine Boyle - Cofounder of American Dynamism

Katherine Boyle is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and cofounder of its American Dynamism practice, investing in sectors such as defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and infrastructure. She serves on the boards of Apex Space and Hadrian Automation, and is a board observer for Saronic Technologies and Castelion.

Previously, she was a partner at General Catalyst, where she co-led the...

Will Crypto Be Adopted As A Medium Of Exchange?

Charles Hoskinson discusses the barriers to the major adoption of cryptocurrency across the world, as well as other topics.

A Question from our member Wyatt Deatherage (6:45) was selected for this segment of Extra Intel.

If You Could Play A Game of Chess With Anyone From History, Who Would It Be?

Charles Hoskinson takes on the Desert Island Challenge.

Behind The Scenes with Charles Hoskinson

Shawn and Charles talk about tiger king among other topics before the interview.

Finding Community After the Military

Braxton shares insights on transitioning from military to civilian life and answers questions about his experiences.

Questions from our Members: Richard Beemer (0:06) & Eric Alger (5:40) were selected for this segment of Extra Intel.

If You Could Hunt Only One Animal For Life, Which Would It Be and Why?

Braxton McCoy takes on the desert island question.

EARLY Access [Video] with Charles Hoskinson

Charles Hoskinson is the CEO and Founder of Input Output Global (IOHK), the company behind the Cardano blockchain, a proof-of-stake platform hosting the ADA cryptocurrency. A mathematician by training, Hoskinson co-founded Ethereum in 2013.

He launched IOHK with Jeremy Wood in 2015, raising $62 million in a 2017 ICO for Cardano, initially targeting the Japanese market before global expan...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Charles Hoskinson

Charles Hoskinson is the CEO and Founder of Input Output Global (IOHK), the company behind the Cardano blockchain, a proof-of-stake platform hosting the ADA cryptocurrency. A mathematician by training, Hoskinson co-founded Ethereum in 2013.

He launched IOHK with Jeremy Wood in 2015, raising $62 million in a 2017 ICO for Cardano, initially targeting the Japanese market before global expan...

Dubai

Join Shawn and the Vigilance Elite team on an epic journey through Dubai, featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes moments from the top of the Burj Khalifa, a thrilling desert safari across the sand dunes, and a glimpse inside the luxurious Burj Al-Arab, where we filmed episode #214 with Jay Cal. Catch the candid pre-interview conversation between Shawn and Jay for this episode of SRS On-Site.

Souk Stalker Pocket Tee

48-Hour Early Access is now available for our Patreon Members.

Introducing the Vigilance Elite "Souk Stalker" tee, the back features the iconic VE logo with Dubai’s Burj Khalifa integrated within, paired with the word "Elite" in elegant Arabic calligraphy for a touch of cultural flair.

Crafted for comfort and style, this premium cotton pocket tee embodies the relentless spirit of ...

EARLY Access [Video] with Jay Cal - From SAS to member of GBRS Group.

Jay Cal is a former British special forces operator who served in the elite 22 Special Air Service (SAS) Regiment following a distinguished career as a Royal Marine Commando. After passing the grueling SAS selection process—known for its 90% dropout rate—Jay went on to serve in high-stakes operations including counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and covert reconnaissance. A seasoned operator...

EARLY Access [Audio] with Jay Cal - From SAS to member of GBRS Group.

Jay Cal is a former British special forces operator who served in the elite 22 Special Air Service (SAS) Regiment following a distinguished career as a Royal Marine Commando. After passing the grueling SAS selection process—known for its 90% dropout rate—Jay went on to serve in high-stakes operations including counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and covert reconnaissance. A seasoned operator...

Ambitious Goals for the Border/Cartel Crisis Before the Next Election?

Katarina discusses how she thinks the current administration can continue their pledge to fix this crisis before the next election.

A Question from our member: Dylan Stockman (9:55) was chosen for this clip.

What Cartel Conspiracy Deserves Disclosure of the Objective Truth?

Katarina takes on the Desert Island challenge!

🚨IMMEDIATE RELEASE🚨

A huge victory for America’s public lands today.

“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”