Mike Ritland, out of all the various podcasts with the ex-SEALS and/or special ops personnel, you are hands down the best interviewer out of all of them! You should win awards in my opinion! Keep up the great work brother!
There has been a big PR push the last few weeks with "influencers" like Jay Leno and that libtard guy who got to see the Presidential limousine, AKA The Beast, lately. They knew they were going to get some bad press soon and wanted to get ahead of it.
This has to be one of the best interviews I have ever seen. Is Mr Valentine simply too good to be true? He seems so kind, open, affable, knowledgeable--yet sincerely humble. Most of all, he loves the Lord Jesus Christ. What a combination of qualities!
Can we get this fine gentlement back on Mic Drop Live tomorrow by chance Mike? Man how about that timing. You cant make it up. I have a feeling Ken would be extremely disappointed with his fellow agents performance or lack thereof. Great guest and questions as always Mike
I’m just a chef with no military background or even interest but I absolutely love your show. The interviews are captivating and I’ve been binge watching your episodes. Amazing work never stop!
@@bubbaballer88 I did watch some of it but I’m so consumed by that life I need a break from it when I’m at home. Hearing the ticket machine at work go off gives me enough nightmares haha. I think they do a pretty good job in the show from the little I have seen of it. Id give it an 8/10
Mike, I mean this whoteheartedly. President Trump needs some new security detail and I truly believe he needs this gentlemen and a bunch of badass SEAL's to keep him safe. Our nation needs you again!!! Much love brother.
@@sabrina01keller57 - All part of that pathetic DEI movement. It's about checking boxes and not hiring the most qualified people in the room while women pretend they can do the same job as men.
Wanna talk crazy timing, yesterday ( the 13th of July, for future reference) 1pm EST. I was taking part in a zoom meeting with Evy Poumpouras. The subject, Personal protection, with examples from her time as a SSA for Presidents. She'll tell you first hand..the female agent that was shown in panic mode as well as kept taking her eyes off the crowd and looking back at Trump as he got in the car. Should not be there. When it comes to DEI BS.. I like how she sees the standards. Man or woman, can't handle the job. Can't carry the president to the car..man or woman..you shouldn't be on the detail.
Any tangible proof of that claim? This is a sincere question. I'm not disagreeing with you, but evidence helps. The director is an incompetent tard. We have known that all along. But the people on the stage with him looked like they were doing their best. I don't think there is any question that there were failures here. But failure to do well is different than standing down. Any evidence of what you're suggesting?
Heres a great take on the subject, HOT OFF THE PRESS. Check it out, for a quick deep dive into the whole event. Many great points were raised- Man claims he literally was waving at the SS guys to alarm them of a guy climbing the building that he was standing next to out yonder. Peace 🤙🏼
I enjoyed this interview greatly..,and Ken is a wonderful guy.. ,No matter what he thinks of himself.., He had many road blocks in life.. and still slugged through the side roads.., Well done..!!
I lived in Bloomington and again in Bedford. Some pretty wooded areas. Fun mushroom hunting. Not hallucinogenic mushrooms tho😂 just mushrooms to fry. Oh and frog legs . Frog gigging was a cool experience.
This was an intriguing interview, especially in light of the event of 7/13/24. We observe the traditional, professional pre-DEI, apolitical SS agency. Mike, I am always amazed at your incisive, engaged lines of questions which never fails to elicit the best and relaxed responses from your guests. Your work with K-9 training is admirable. The Base Molecular Resonance Scanning Technology was fascinating. 👍 The missing & exploited children mission gives us hope that at least some in this nation’s “Alphabet Agencies” and politics are not given over to evil. 🙏
To day is July 14th. I would love to hear his take on the events of July 13th 2024. What went wrong on the Trump protection detail? How/why was that roof top not secured?
Just as a person- Idk how anyone could ask for a better human being than George W Bush was. From everything I saw during 9/11, how he handled that, the first pitch at Yankee stadium, visiting ground zero, and all the events that followed- he seemed like a really great guy.
This is by far one of my favorite podcasts. Always awesome guests, and Mike has such a great interview style. I've said it once I'll say it again, Mike could read me a washing machine manual and I would listen lol. I'd be very interested in a follow up interview addressing the attempted assassination of President Trump, and his thoughts on Robert Kennedy being turned down for a protective detail by secret service.
I listened to this whole thing. The small numbers on the details are interesting - we wonder why there were local LEOs responsible for a big part of the crowd in PA and he answered it perfectly (without knowing he was answering it).
Man this was so interesting and awesome!! Since I was a child my dream was to join the Army and then Secret Service. Well did the Army but never was able to make SS. Between all the paperwork, finishing college and then being told I’ll NEVER be on the Security Detail because of my height 5’8. lol I’m living through listening to his stories and going to purchase his book!
One Thing About Mike He Doesn’t Stop Cursing For Anyone I Recon. I Try Not To Disrespect People When I Am Conversing With People Who Are Religious. It’s Not Because I want to portray Myself as a Good Cristian Man, Which I am a Christian And Use Way Too Many Cuss Words. For Me Is Never To Disrespect Anyone Person. But Mike Is Mike So I Respect Him as Much As Anyone Else.
Mike, you'll have to someday do a special episode dissecting yesterday with an SS guy. Love this show btw man youre my favorite militsry podcaster by a long shot, you always ask them the shit I want to know, and shit I want but wouldn't think to ask.
1:56:26 The ranch he is possibly talking about is Flying W Ranch, Owner Johnny Weisman. Located west of Uvalde, Texas. I remember my boss telling me they made extra rooms at the ranch to accommodate the secret service agents. George Bush visited that ranch quite often from what I heard.
Does Mike read comments? I got some info about the thing that happened Saturday. TH-cam has deleted everything I've tried to post on multiple channels. This ain't a joke.
I wish I could get a reply from someone...as soon as I say where I work my posts get deleted immediately...I don't have social media...this is my only option to get the word out
Mike, I seriously wish that yourself along with many that you have served with and interviewed would proactively reach out to Trump team and offer your expertise for security. This is a historic moment in time and our strongest must step up once more to serve in what could be the most important job in centuries. If i was an ex special operator I would be making this happen but I am not so all I can do is pray that it does. Your a legend either way but damn if you get pull that off the country would owe you even more of debt.
Awhile ago. They usually film these vids days if not a few weeks before posting. There are often cues in the videos of you listen carefully (as I have had questions in the past) bc the host will mention who they just interviewed or current events.
When Bush went inside to "use the stationary bike", and asked KV if he could see him getting in and out of the shower... He shapeshifted into a man sized lizard while inside the pool house, and he wanted to know if KV saw him. I picture the Geico Gecko on a stationary bike then getting into the shower. I kid, I kid. It is hard for me to trust guys like this. Not to say I am correct for feeling that way, but in such a highly competitive field, I feel the determining factor is how much they (powers that be) feel they can trust you to not expose them. And I feel like these guys lose sight of the The Constitution and American taxpayers being number one. Also, these guys witness or participate in all types of philandering, adultery, partying, etc., but they do not like too much foul language. I understand having class and maintaining professionalism, but I guarantee some of the raunchiest, vilest jokes you will ever hear are told amongst these circles. Part of the reason why I have such hard feelings towards George W Bush is because he does seem to be a very likable guy. But then there are a lot of things that raise some questions. Bush family ties to Hinckley family. Ties to Bin Laden family. Their vendetta vs Trump (Liz Cheney). Blatant lies to invade Iraq. Skull and Bones. Then he is sitting in a suite with Ellen Degeneres, who on top of being exposed as one of the nastiest, rudest people in show business, I guess is a confirmed CIA "asset" or "associate". Point being, if you are a true son of a *****, then just be a son of a *****. Geopolitics are complicated. A lot of moving parts. I am not definitively saying GWB is a bad person, I could be wrong. But there is a helluva lot of smoke for there to be no fire. There is an old Opie and Anthony interview with Donald Rumsfield; where Louis CK keeps asking him if he's a lizard. Pretty ballsy and funny. Rumsfield did not see the humor in it. Which if someone makes a joke that you are a shapeshifting lizard, something that most people would say is so preposterous, you should be able to easily laugh it off, and go along with it. Rumsfield could not. Which does make me wonder... Haha
Did anybody ask about the campaign managers? Dealing with those types cheifs of staffs etc. Thinking they own the place? Lol. If so around about where on the clock?
I can just see Mike watching the news last night going "Fuck, I need to finish editing that video"
Thought the same thing 😂
Me too.
I think a follow-up interview could be insightful about what happened from his point of view.
So this was totally random? Like he had this dude scheduled wks in advance and just so happened to have this lined up for the day after the shooting??
Mike Ritland, out of all the various podcasts with the ex-SEALS and/or special ops personnel, you are hands down the best interviewer out of all of them! You should win awards in my opinion! Keep up the great work brother!
Correct
Agreed. Mike is beyond articulate and has an incredible way of explaining/describing things. I’m not sure why his channel is not bigger
Without a doubt. Mike is a bit more intelligent, or intellectual, than some of the counterparts.
Agree 100%
He is good. Thanks Mike!
Calling the press “bottom feeders” is low key hilarious and accurate.
Calling the press: low life, scum sucking, bottom feeders, really is an insult to the actual bottom feeders. 🤣💩
Crazy you uploaded an interview with a secret service member today. I am sure you filmed this before the incident yesterday but still.
Pretty sure he films them months prior
There has been a big PR push the last few weeks with "influencers" like Jay Leno and that libtard guy who got to see the Presidential limousine, AKA The Beast, lately. They knew they were going to get some bad press soon and wanted to get ahead of it.
This has to be one of the best interviews I have ever seen. Is Mr Valentine simply too good to be true? He seems so kind, open, affable, knowledgeable--yet sincerely humble. Most of all, he loves the Lord Jesus Christ. What a combination of qualities!
Mike, can you get Ken back on for some follow up questions after what happened this weekend!?
Can we get this fine gentlement back on Mic Drop Live tomorrow by chance Mike? Man how about that timing. You cant make it up. I have a feeling Ken would be extremely disappointed with his fellow agents performance or lack thereof. Great guest and questions as always Mike
I’m just a chef with no military background or even interest but I absolutely love your show. The interviews are captivating and I’ve been binge watching your episodes. Amazing work never stop!
I’m a chef also!!
Yes chef!!
Did you watch The Bear? If so, wondering what you thought and if it’s accurate. If not, it’s on Hulu. Highly recommend it. Phenomenal show.
@@bubbaballer88 I did watch some of it but I’m so consumed by that life I need a break from it when I’m at home. Hearing the ticket machine at work go off gives me enough nightmares haha. I think they do a pretty good job in the show from the little I have seen of it. Id give it an 8/10
Wow. Crazy timing, Mike. Wishing you and yours the best.
This guy reminds me of Jack Carr. The look, the smile, even writes books.
Same here I actually thought it was him at first!
Very true , it’s the hat and beard
Looks like Jack Carr’s dad
Have him back and lets hear the Hot Take Analysis please....
Mike, I mean this whoteheartedly. President Trump needs some new security detail and I truly believe he needs this gentlemen and a bunch of badass SEAL's to keep him safe. Our nation needs you again!!! Much love brother.
Why were those women there? Completely useless.
@@sabrina01keller57 - All part of that pathetic DEI movement. It's about checking boxes and not hiring the most qualified people in the room while women pretend they can do the same job as men.
@@MericaMilitia76 don’t worry about it. 😅
Morristown TN resident here. What a freakin’ legend.
Greene County here, was wondering if any locals would be on here .. stay safe neighbor
The timing on this is absurd... secret service stood down on Trump !
Female
Director
Dont be an idiot @@razorv3
Wanna talk crazy timing, yesterday ( the 13th of July, for future reference) 1pm EST. I was taking part in a zoom meeting with Evy Poumpouras. The subject, Personal protection, with examples from her time as a SSA for Presidents. She'll tell you first hand..the female agent that was shown in panic mode as well as kept taking her eyes off the crowd and looking back at Trump as he got in the car. Should not be there. When it comes to DEI BS.. I like how she sees the standards. Man or woman, can't handle the job. Can't carry the president to the car..man or woman..you shouldn't be on the detail.
Any tangible proof of that claim? This is a sincere question. I'm not disagreeing with you, but evidence helps. The director is an incompetent tard. We have known that all along. But the people on the stage with him looked like they were doing their best. I don't think there is any question that there were failures here. But failure to do well is different than standing down. Any evidence of what you're suggesting?
Heres a great take on the subject, HOT OFF THE PRESS. Check it out, for a quick deep dive into the whole event.
Many great points were raised-
Man claims he literally was waving at the SS guys to alarm them of a guy climbing the building that he was standing next to out yonder.
Peace 🤙🏼
I have to say Mike, your show have become my favorit podcast. Outstanding work, thank you!
ON A ROLL KEEP IT UP MIKE APPREICATE YOU AND THE CONTENT!!!
Been saving this one for a special occasion I see? Love your stuff, 11B here, looked up to guys like you as an example for all us groundpounders.
Loved this guest. A man of true character.
Mike, you're not only an intelligent and great interviewer, you are funny as hell. You're awesome, keep it up. 👍🏻
Perfect timing, Mike 😮
I enjoyed this interview greatly..,and Ken is a wonderful guy.. ,No matter what he thinks of himself.., He had many road blocks in life.. and still slugged through the side roads.., Well done..!!
This guy would prob not even been hired today with the new DEI guidelines for the secret service. What a circus.
Good timing lol
The irony of the timing of this interview. Thanks gentlemen.
Jay Leno released a secret service car video on Monday
Really enjoyed this interview! Thank you to Both men for your service .
Great interview Mike!
I’m from Morristown TN! It’s a great place to live
I lived in Bloomington and again in Bedford. Some pretty wooded areas. Fun mushroom hunting. Not hallucinogenic mushrooms tho😂 just mushrooms to fry. Oh and frog legs . Frog gigging was a cool experience.
Born and raised in Looh-vuhl KY, and very proud! I'm glad he pronounces it correctly!
This was an intriguing interview, especially in light of the event of 7/13/24. We observe the traditional, professional pre-DEI, apolitical SS agency.
Mike, I am always amazed at your incisive, engaged lines of questions which never fails to elicit the best and relaxed responses from your guests. Your work with K-9 training is admirable.
The Base Molecular Resonance Scanning Technology was fascinating. 👍
The missing & exploited children mission gives us hope that at least some in this nation’s “Alphabet Agencies” and politics are not given over to evil. 🙏
Love Mike's pod and now we really need part two.
I've liked alot of this guys episodes but this convo was my fave by far. Super interesting. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, Mike and team. I enjoyed this one.
The pic in the intro of Ken and the little tuff looking dude on the porch was the best 😅
Great interview and a great insight into history as it took place in a sense. Seems like a great guy. Thanks Mike!
Crazy timing
Thank You Mike
To day is July 14th. I would love to hear his take on the events of July 13th 2024. What went wrong on the Trump protection detail? How/why was that roof top not secured?
I really thought that he'd say he go to Dallas on November 22, 1963.
gonna be a late night. thank you gents
Awesome interview as usual.
Phenomenal episode, thanks Mike
Just as a person- Idk how anyone could ask for a better human being than George W Bush was. From everything I saw during 9/11, how he handled that, the first pitch at Yankee stadium, visiting ground zero, and all the events that followed- he seemed like a really great guy.
We had a Supreme Court justice visit our business in the 1990s and one of the SS agents showed his carry weapon. It was a Mac 10
damnit i would love to hear this dudes opinion on the latest event......
This is by far one of my favorite podcasts. Always awesome guests, and Mike has such a great interview style. I've said it once I'll say it again, Mike could read me a washing machine manual and I would listen lol. I'd be very interested in a follow up interview addressing the attempted assassination of President Trump, and his thoughts on Robert Kennedy being turned down for a protective detail by secret service.
Very Timely insights...
Very interesting guy there is Kenneth. Great conversation and, obviously, some ominous timing. Carry on.
He served with my dad’s cousin. Our cousin was driver for 4 presidents. Guess whose wives he enjoyed working for the least?!?! 2 wives! 2 guesses!
Hillary and Big Mike..?
Mike you really are a great interviewer
I listened to this whole thing.
The small numbers on the details are interesting - we wonder why there were local LEOs responsible for a big part of the crowd in PA and he answered it perfectly (without knowing he was answering it).
What does he mean by “the only thing I hate worse than running is not running”? If you hate running wouldn’t you love not running? Lol
Timing could but have been better! Enjoyed for sure. Thanks Mike and Ken
Strange times
Man this was so interesting and awesome!! Since I was a child my dream was to join the Army and then Secret Service. Well did the Army but never was able to make SS. Between all the paperwork, finishing college and then being told I’ll NEVER be on the Security Detail because of my height 5’8. lol I’m living through listening to his stories and going to purchase his book!
One Thing About Mike He Doesn’t Stop Cursing For Anyone I Recon. I Try Not To Disrespect People When I Am Conversing With People Who Are Religious. It’s Not Because I want to portray Myself as a Good Cristian Man, Which I am a Christian And Use Way Too Many Cuss Words. For Me Is Never To Disrespect Anyone Person. But Mike Is Mike So I Respect Him as Much As Anyone Else.
🤝 seen way more than he would ever ever share💯😂
Well that's some crazy timing. I bet they both wished that they would have held off a couple more days to do this podcast.
Mike. You’re the man.
Mike, let’s have Evy Poumpouras and Mr. Valentine on soon
Thats my regimen too. Except I go to the donought shop instead of the gym. 😅
Mike, you'll have to someday do a special episode dissecting yesterday with an SS guy.
Love this show btw man youre my favorite militsry podcaster by a long shot, you always ask them the shit I want to know, and shit I want but wouldn't think to ask.
Always gold
Thank you Sirs! Shared.
Probably need Ken straight back on
Tactical timing 😂
1:56:26 The ranch he is possibly talking about is Flying W Ranch, Owner Johnny Weisman. Located west of Uvalde, Texas. I remember my boss telling me they made extra rooms at the ranch to accommodate the secret service agents. George Bush visited that ranch quite often from what I heard.
Wow on the timing
Crazy timing!
Cool dude.
Awesome interview
Holy crap
Does Mike read comments? I got some info about the thing that happened Saturday. TH-cam has deleted everything I've tried to post on multiple channels. This ain't a joke.
Pretty certain he does!
Dude same here. Ive made multiple efforts and every time i posted it would be deleted. Links vanish
I wish I could get a reply from someone...as soon as I say where I work my posts get deleted immediately...I don't have social media...this is my only option to get the word out
@@stephenerdley397say it already, for fucks sake
@@1tactundra140 I've tried...posts get deleted immediately
This interview was one day too early!
So wanted you to ask if there was a fake arm under the suit while escorting the motorcade.
Refreshing hearing a truly dedicated professional “voice” other than hot head arrogance.
Mike, I seriously wish that yourself along with many that you have served with and interviewed would proactively reach out to Trump team and offer your expertise for security. This is a historic moment in time and our strongest must step up once more to serve in what could be the most important job in centuries. If i was an ex special operator I would be making this happen but I am not so all I can do is pray that it does. Your a legend either way but damn if you get pull that off the country would owe you even more of debt.
Lets make Mike have a bigger podcast please...
'Mommy, how dirty is Daddy's..cough..hairy cannon?'..Dear, he separated my shoulder with it'.....(intimate moments shared on tha' Drop)
Timing is absolutely crazy
Will this age like instant spoiled milk??
Fine wine so far
@@farmerdave33 Settle down dummy
The agengs are good to a point & not aware of the top& an thair plans.. an they know how this agent respond.
When was this recorded?
Awhile ago. They usually film these vids days if not a few weeks before posting. There are often cues in the videos of you listen carefully (as I have had questions in the past) bc the host will mention who they just interviewed or current events.
@@bubbaballer88Thank you!!
@@bubbaballer88months in advance. Not days
The Oval Office Has Pressure Sensors All Throughout The Floor, So The Monitors Know where every Person Is Standing At all Times.
When Bush went inside to "use the stationary bike", and asked KV if he could see him getting in and out of the shower... He shapeshifted into a man sized lizard while inside the pool house, and he wanted to know if KV saw him. I picture the Geico Gecko on a stationary bike then getting into the shower. I kid, I kid. It is hard for me to trust guys like this. Not to say I am correct for feeling that way, but in such a highly competitive field, I feel the determining factor is how much they (powers that be) feel they can trust you to not expose them. And I feel like these guys lose sight of the The Constitution and American taxpayers being number one.
Also, these guys witness or participate in all types of philandering, adultery, partying, etc., but they do not like too much foul language. I understand having class and maintaining professionalism, but I guarantee some of the raunchiest, vilest jokes you will ever hear are told amongst these circles.
Part of the reason why I have such hard feelings towards George W Bush is because he does seem to be a very likable guy. But then there are a lot of things that raise some questions. Bush family ties to Hinckley family. Ties to Bin Laden family. Their vendetta vs Trump (Liz Cheney). Blatant lies to invade Iraq. Skull and Bones. Then he is sitting in a suite with Ellen Degeneres, who on top of being exposed as one of the nastiest, rudest people in show business, I guess is a confirmed CIA "asset" or "associate". Point being, if you are a true son of a *****, then just be a son of a *****. Geopolitics are complicated. A lot of moving parts. I am not definitively saying GWB is a bad person, I could be wrong. But there is a helluva lot of smoke for there to be no fire.
There is an old Opie and Anthony interview with Donald Rumsfield; where Louis CK keeps asking him if he's a lizard. Pretty ballsy and funny. Rumsfield did not see the humor in it. Which if someone makes a joke that you are a shapeshifting lizard, something that most people would say is so preposterous, you should be able to easily laugh it off, and go along with it. Rumsfield could not. Which does make me wonder... Haha
Respect 🫡
Including His Children
What is the song / guitar riff in the opening credits? Someone please tell me.
It was written for Mike by “Creed” lol🎉🎉
Mike was the 22 what the shooter had?
5.56
3:10 atomic habits
I wannt to watch this but noot seeing his face and struggling to understand what he,s saying puts me off.
How many hours a day do you stand watch?
Port and starboard
@@rollingtide2277 don't be daft we know it's aft
You have to go on Justin Trudeau,s aircraft because the normal aircraft food bill is about $Hundred thousand dollars canadian.
👍
1:06:09
Your voice should be used as voice overs....if you could stop with the F-bombs! 🤣😂
can we borrow putins security ? they are very trustworthy and patriotic.
and they are not pathological liars.
Did anybody ask about the campaign managers? Dealing with those types cheifs of staffs etc. Thinking they own the place? Lol. If so around about where on the clock?
👍🏻
Jack’s cousin !