Episode
#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
2:44:23
Published: Thu Mar 24 2022
Description
Former Recon Marine Mark Turner who went to Ukraine on 18 hours notice at the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine joins us on the show. He gives us an inside perspective on what's happening in country as the war continues on. After speaking with high level Ukrainian Politicians they've asked him to train both Ukrainian military and civilians to go fight the Russians on the front lines of the war. Mark is now recruiting more former US Special Operations Veterans to train both Ukrainian military and civilians to fight the Russians through his nonprofit The Overwatch Foundation. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website - https://www.shawnryanshow.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/VigilanceElite TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnryanshow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shawnryan762 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
Jack Carr gives his perspective on his military experience in Ukraine and the hosts briefly discuss the Jeep lineup.
00:00 - 02:14 (02:14)
Summary
Jack Carr gives his perspective on his military experience in Ukraine and the hosts briefly discuss the Jeep lineup.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The host discusses the different membership tiers for their organization and shares a story about recruiting for a special operations mission in Ukraine.
02:14 - 06:46 (04:31)
Summary
The host discusses the different membership tiers for their organization and shares a story about recruiting for a special operations mission in Ukraine.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker praises Mike Ritlin's podcast and mentions that they will be appearing on it to discuss what's happening on the ground, given the speaker's knowledge of events not covered in mainstream media.
06:46 - 09:47 (03:01)
Summary
The speaker praises Mike Ritlin's podcast and mentions that they will be appearing on it to discuss what's happening on the ground, given the speaker's knowledge of events not covered in mainstream media.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
A group of individuals, including veterans, police first responders, and special operations guys, gathered medical supplies such as combat trauma items and wound-packing kits to provide relief efforts in hurricane-affected areas.
09:47 - 16:57 (07:10)
Summary
A group of individuals, including veterans, police first responders, and special operations guys, gathered medical supplies such as combat trauma items and wound-packing kits to provide relief efforts in hurricane-affected areas.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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A man goes on an aid mission to Ukraine, bringing medical supplies and navigating through obstacles to deliver the goods.
16:57 - 21:33 (04:36)
Summary
A man goes on an aid mission to Ukraine, bringing medical supplies and navigating through obstacles to deliver the goods.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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Two men discuss their experience working on humanitarian efforts in war zones such as aiding refugees and assisting the army in providing aid to the front lines.
21:33 - 24:39 (03:06)
Summary
Two men discuss their experience working on humanitarian efforts in war zones such as aiding refugees and assisting the army in providing aid to the front lines.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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Ukrainian Territorial Defense Units consist of people from the town who protect the area.
24:39 - 29:14 (04:35)
Summary
Ukrainian Territorial Defense Units consist of people from the town who protect the area. It is an underground war effort that reminds you of World War Two movies due to people helping out in all ways possible.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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A former soldier discusses setting up defensive postures in urban combat situations.
29:14 - 34:06 (04:52)
Summary
A former soldier discusses setting up defensive postures in urban combat situations. He also shares his experience working as a salesman for aquariums after leaving the army.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker's team helped a client by providing a site survey, identifying areas that need changing and recommending solutions.
34:06 - 37:25 (03:19)
Summary
The speaker's team helped a client by providing a site survey, identifying areas that need changing and recommending solutions. The client was amazed as they had no prior experience and were impressed with the thorough process.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker recalls his boot camp training in the military, where all types of M.O.S went through basic training and were all put through combat exercises.
37:25 - 42:47 (05:22)
Summary
The speaker recalls his boot camp training in the military, where all types of M.O.S went through basic training and were all put through combat exercises. They were taught the basics of weapons handling and patrolling, with a focus on fire maneuver type exercises.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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A former military member discusses his experience in training others and evaluating their progress through daily training plans.
42:47 - 50:01 (07:14)
Summary
A former military member discusses his experience in training others and evaluating their progress through daily training plans.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker talks about how proud he is of the progress made by the indigenous forces they trained, who improved exponentially in just a few days of instruction.
50:01 - 54:48 (04:47)
Summary
The speaker talks about how proud he is of the progress made by the indigenous forces they trained, who improved exponentially in just a few days of instruction.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Companies are being urged to donate military equipment to soldiers in need.
54:48 - 59:04 (04:16)
Summary
Companies are being urged to donate military equipment to soldiers in need. Several veterans-owned companies have already offered to help with some gear.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker discusses their experience donating supplies to Ukraine and working with NGOs to get donations to those in need.
59:04 - 1:04:05 (05:00)
Summary
The speaker discusses their experience donating supplies to Ukraine and working with NGOs to get donations to those in need.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
Humanitarian aid is being airlifted to Ukraine by patriots from Europe, US, Holland, Italy, and neighboring countries to help with border crossing and transportation challenges.
1:04:05 - 1:08:37 (04:32)
Summary
Humanitarian aid is being airlifted to Ukraine by patriots from Europe, US, Holland, Italy, and neighboring countries to help with border crossing and transportation challenges. The aid will be used to help take airports close to the borders in neighboring countries by shutting them down for commercial use and solely using them for humanitarian purposes.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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A first-hand account of helping people escape a war zone, including troop movements, transportation, and the urgency to leave.
1:08:37 - 1:11:52 (03:14)
Summary
A first-hand account of helping people escape a war zone, including troop movements, transportation, and the urgency to leave.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The live footage from Ukraine shows the humanitarian crisis in places like Maripol, where people have to drink water from the drains.
1:11:52 - 1:14:53 (03:00)
Summary
The live footage from Ukraine shows the humanitarian crisis in places like Maripol, where people have to drink water from the drains. The media there reports on the situation accurately, without avoiding the negative aspects.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The historical brutality of war is often overlooked and misunderstood, with tactics such as destroying entire towns being used to intimidate opposing armies and civilians.
1:14:53 - 1:19:55 (05:02)
Summary
The historical brutality of war is often overlooked and misunderstood, with tactics such as destroying entire towns being used to intimidate opposing armies and civilians.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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A former Marine who served in Iraq discusses the potential war with Ukraine and the lack of sense that it would make to go to war with an entire country over a small group of people in one city.
1:19:55 - 1:24:29 (04:34)
Summary
A former Marine who served in Iraq discusses the potential war with Ukraine and the lack of sense that it would make to go to war with an entire country over a small group of people in one city.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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There are concerns that chemical weapons will be used in Syria, despite media manipulation.
1:24:29 - 1:27:50 (03:21)
Summary
There are concerns that chemical weapons will be used in Syria, despite media manipulation.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The US President now has the ability to use tactical nuclear devices more openly which may lead to other countries such as Russia using them as well.
1:27:50 - 1:31:17 (03:27)
Summary
The US President now has the ability to use tactical nuclear devices more openly which may lead to other countries such as Russia using them as well. The consequences of using such a weapon and the resulting fallout under NATO are uncertain.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The United States is supporting Ukraine by providing them with military equipment and teaching their soldiers how to use it.
1:31:18 - 1:36:38 (05:19)
Summary
The United States is supporting Ukraine by providing them with military equipment and teaching their soldiers how to use it. The pressure from Ukraine on Russia is unpredictable and could lead to unknown outcomes.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The Ukrainian army has foreign units to which one can apply as a foreigner, though this requires proper papers and background checks.
1:36:38 - 1:41:02 (04:24)
Summary
The Ukrainian army has foreign units to which one can apply as a foreigner, though this requires proper papers and background checks. Reports suggest that some mercenaries have taken this route to become part of the Ukrainian military.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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This podcast segment discusses the potential involvement of China in providing medical support to Russia, specifically in the areas of first aid and emergency response, to aid in the country's efforts to decrease the usage of chemical and nuclear weapons.
1:41:02 - 1:45:58 (04:55)
Summary
This podcast segment discusses the potential involvement of China in providing medical support to Russia, specifically in the areas of first aid and emergency response, to aid in the country's efforts to decrease the usage of chemical and nuclear weapons.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The speaker mentions a sustainable organization that they encountered and how they were willing to help with supply stuff, but did not want to interfere with their work.
1:45:58 - 1:50:36 (04:38)
Summary
The speaker mentions a sustainable organization that they encountered and how they were willing to help with supply stuff, but did not want to interfere with their work.
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The speaker shares a confusing and humorous story about trying to get in touch with someone through a series of miscommunications.
1:50:36 - 1:54:54 (04:18)
Summary
The speaker shares a confusing and humorous story about trying to get in touch with someone through a series of miscommunications.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The Secret Service mistook the podcast host for a Russian saboteur, causing him to become angry and confused during a meeting.
1:54:55 - 2:04:24 (09:28)
Summary
The Secret Service mistook the podcast host for a Russian saboteur, causing him to become angry and confused during a meeting. After calming down, they realized they didn't have a clear idea of who they were supposed to be meeting with in the first place.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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Ukrainian civilians were marked and targeted during the war, with Russian forces attacking even those sheltering in schools and lining up for food.
2:04:26 - 2:12:13 (07:47)
Summary
Ukrainian civilians were marked and targeted during the war, with Russian forces attacking even those sheltering in schools and lining up for food.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker discusses ideas for disaster relief including going down to areas affected by hurricanes and helping out, but is met with a challenge from his wife due to her pregnancy.
2:12:14 - 2:19:15 (07:01)
Summary
The speaker discusses ideas for disaster relief including going down to areas affected by hurricanes and helping out, but is met with a challenge from his wife due to her pregnancy.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The podcast host recalls covering Hurricane Florence and meeting a CBS News correspondent who seemed to know everything happening in the area, similar to their discussions on the situation in Ukraine.
2:19:15 - 2:22:07 (02:51)
Summary
The podcast host recalls covering Hurricane Florence and meeting a CBS News correspondent who seemed to know everything happening in the area, similar to their discussions on the situation in Ukraine.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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Society deteriorates as people are lacking basic necessities like food, water, and electricity during a disaster, leading to shady practices and difficulty accessing emergency services.
2:22:07 - 2:30:31 (08:23)
Summary
Society deteriorates as people are lacking basic necessities like food, water, and electricity during a disaster, leading to shady practices and difficulty accessing emergency services. Despite efforts to help, fundraising and word of mouth support can only go so far.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker discusses their experience working with NGOs and the importance of the right people and infrastructure.
2:30:31 - 2:35:30 (04:58)
Summary
The speaker discusses their experience working with NGOs and the importance of the right people and infrastructure.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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The speaker discusses how their work aims to help veterans by giving them a sense of purpose and goals.
2:35:30 - 2:42:27 (06:57)
Summary
The speaker discusses how their work aims to help veterans by giving them a sense of purpose and goals. They are looking for special operators with equipment to join them.
Episode#21 Mark Turner - Inside Ukraine (Recon Marine)
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Katie Halper and Erin Mate discuss a story shared by a wedding planner about catching a partner being breastfed by their mother, and how it could be a deal breaker.
2:42:31 - 2:43:33 (01:02)
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Katie Halper and Erin Mate discuss a story shared by a wedding planner about catching a partner being breastfed by their mother, and how it could be a deal breaker.