Shadow Warrior

In the covert world of intelligence and espionage, where shadows merge with reality, there exists a select group of individuals who operate on the razor's edge between life and death. Among them is a man named Ric Prado, AKA the "Shadow Warrior."

Ric's story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the unyielding pursuit of justice in the face of adversity. A true warrior with a heart of steel, Ric has spent his entire life on the frontlines of some of the most dangerous and classified missions the world has ever seen. His esteemed career spans over three decades, defined by his unwavering commitment to national security and counterterrorism. From his early years as a military officer to his exceptional service in the CIA, Ric's expertise in counterterrorism and intel operations is unparalleled.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:03:09 - Impact of the Cuban Revolution on Private Businesses and Education
0:05:38 - Operation Peter Pan and Ric’s journey to the US
0:10:46 - Transition from an Orphanage to Hialeah, FL
0:12:34 - From High School Troublemaker to Elite Pararescueman
0:14:47 - A Professional Diver's Journey to Becoming a Pararescueman and Joining the Central Intelligence Agency
0:16:26 - CIA Recruitment and President Reagan's Latin American Policy
0:22:27 - Ric’s Journey from Miami to Honduras and Beyond
0:29:09 - Entry into the Counterterrorist Center
0:31:08 - Plank Owner of the Bin Laden Task Force
0:34:35 - Billy Waugh: Legendary Green Beret and CIA Paramilitary Operations Officer
0:36:10 - Ric's Experiences in North Africa and Korea with the Bin Laden Task Force
0:40:38 - The Mental and Physical Fortitude Required for High-Risk Missions
0:42:21 - Recounting Near-Death Experiences
0:46:07 - CIA Operations Officer's Dedication to the Mission
0:47:37 - Unwavering Love of Country: The Challenges of Counterterrorism in the 21st Century
0:52:31 - Private Military Contractors and the Rise of ISIS
0:56:31 - Blackwater's Role in Saving the Polish Ambassador's Life
0:57:44 - The Use of Private Military Contractors in the Ukraine Conflict
1:02:06 - Cybersecurity and His New Book "Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior
1:07:53 - The Benefits of Responsible Training
1:14:00 - The Proper Usage of Handguns for Effective Security

SYMLINKS
LinkedIn
Ric Prado - Black Ops
Black Ops: Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior
Operation Peter Pan
Cofer Black
Billy Waugh
Buzzy Krongard
Erik Prince
Blackwater
Four Branches

DRINK INSTRUCTION
4 BRANCHES BOURBON
Founder's Blend
Pour 2 oz of Bourbon into a whiskey glass. Swirl, smell the aromas, take small sip, savor the flavors, swallow and then exhale.
Enjoy slowly.

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