The Scott Mann Podcast

Join the Scott Mann Leadership Academy to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/scott-mann-leadership-academy The academy is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling.  In this episode, Scott goes on the road in California, sitting down with his dear friend and musician John Ondrasik known for his stage name @fiv...

Join Scott for an on-the-road episode in California, as he sits down with the powerful Fahim Fazli, Hollywood's first and most successful Afghan-born actor. Most recently Fahim appeared in Jim Gunn's Superman and has an impressive credit list that includes 12 Strong, Iron Man, Three Kings, GI Joe and MANY others. Fahim is a true warrior storyteller, choosing to serve in Afghanistan with the US mil...

Join Scott for a special on-location episode at the Tally Ho Theater in historic downtown Leesburg VA in a series of episodes with the cast of LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret. To kick off the series, Scott is joined by Michael Broderick, former US Marine, the lead for the play and an accomplished TV actor with credits in NCIS, True Detective, Terminal List and many others. Together they discuss t...

Join Scott for another solo podcast filmed just before the passing of his father, Rex Mann, where he speaks from the heart on the division, churn, and in-group / out-group behavior permeating our society today.  Scott mentions Ivan Tyrell's approach called "The Human Givens" which more info can be found at: https://www.humangivens.com Check out what Ben and Jess Owen are doing on the streets of Me...

In this incredible episode, Scott travels to Nashville, TN to sit down with the legendary manager for the Charlie Daniels Band, David Corlew, who also cofounded The Journey Home Project and is the President of Blue Hat Records. This is a powerful conversation on redemption, service, and human connection.  To find out more about David's work supporting veterans through The Charlie Daniels Journey H...

In this very special episode, Scott travels to Nashville, TN to sit down with country music legend, US Army combat veteran Craig Morgan. Together they dive deep into Craig's background in the military, the transition to country music, living with loss and pain, and even the healing effect of nature.  To find upcoming tour dates or more about Craig's new album "American Soundtrack" please visit: ww...

Scott goes solo on this episode to discuss how important purpose is to your life. This episode was filmed before the recent passing of Scott's father, mentor and hero, Rex Mann -- the "Woodsman" who spent 4 decades in the fire service as a renowned wildland firefighter.  This episode is dedicated to the tracks Rex left in this world. In Rex's memory we ask for you to check out his Ted talk he did...

In this very special episode, Scott sits down with his dear friend Gary Sinise. While famous for his roles in movies like Forrest Gump as well as television series like CSI:NY, Gary is a renowned philanthropist that serves our nation's defenders and a dedicated and loving father. This is a powerful episode of moving through loss and serving others.  Please visit Gary's late son Mac's YouTube chann...

To support veterans, first responders and their families to attend LAST OUT in Leesburg, Virginia on July 8th and 9th donate tickets here: https://tfpineapple.ddock.gives/?givingPageId=7a08fb97-18f5-4e9d-8cd4-8deabad1289b  To purchase tickets to the Leesburg show, visit: tallyhotheater.com/  --------  Don’t miss this powerful episode of the Scott Mann Podcast, where Scott sits down with Gold Star...

Join the Scott Mann Leadership Academy for FREE: https://www.skool.com/scott-mann-leadership-academy The academy is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling. Join Scott as he sits down with visionary law enforcement leader Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco. In these times of global unrest the tension has the ability to spill onto our s...

Join the Scott Mann Leadership Academy for FREE: https://www.skool.com/scott-mann-leadership-academy The academy is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling.  In this episode, Scott sits down with “Doc Diego” Hernandez, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist specializing in trauma growth in special operators and high performers...

Join Scott as he sits down with renowned military mental health researcher, PhD in neurophysiology, and veteran coach, Doc Kate Pate. In this episode they go deep on topics around brain health, moral injury, and how storytelling can rewire our brains.  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces offi...

In this solo episode, Scott dives into the three biggest communications mistakes he sees over and over again, things that destroy rapport and reduce social capital.  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling...

Don’t miss this episode of the Scott Mann Podcast, where Scott sits down with Jerry Lujan, the CEO of Elevation 180, an elite performance coaching company drawn from Jerry’s decades of experience in the insurance industry and as a college baseball player.  Please visit Jerry’s company www.elevation180.com to find out more! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend...

On this episode of the Scott Mann podcast, Scott sits down with retired Green Beret Master Sergeant and founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon Scott Neil. They discuss the power, importance and necessity of human connection to get big stuff done.  Check out Horse Soldier Bourbon at: www.horsesoldierbourbon.com  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they d...

On this powerful episode of the Scott Mann podcast, Scott sits down with Healing the Hero founder, Dan Jarvis, a wounded combat veteran pioneering a new therapy to help heal veterans and first responders suffering from post traumatic stress injuries.  To find out more about Dan’s work please visit: www.healingthehero.org  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend...

On this solo episode, Scott talks through an emotional pivot in mission focus since the fall of Afghanistan in 2021. How do we let go of important missions when it is time to move forward? How do we let go?  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news corres...

On this episode, join Scott as he sits down with the inspirational Elisha “Perk” Perkins, who was severely wounded in combat in 2011, a cancer survivor, adopted mother, and nonprofit founder who trains service dogs for veterans suffering with PTSD. Her story is one of resilience against the worst odds and a reminder that through connection and perseverance any of us can overcome the biggest hurdle...

On this episode, retired US Army Green Beret and founder of Task Force Pineapple, Scott Mann, discussing the growing extremist threat to the United States in 2025. Along with an accomplished group of former intelligence professionals including Sarah Adams, the team has crafted a new book entitled the Gathering Storm to educate on the threat and steps to mitigate at the state and local level.  To o...

On this episode of the Scott Mann podcast, Scott sits down with Lebanese immigrant, US Army veteran, SWAT officer, and podcast host, Ayman Kafel. His story of being born in Liberia in civil war, being raised in Lebanon, and then joining the Army and law enforcement as an immigrant to the United States is powerful and riveting.  To check out Ayman’s podcast, Project Sapient, please visit and subscr...

On this powerful episode of the Scott Mann podcast, sits down with We Fight Monsters co-founder, Jess Owen, wife of Ben Owner and mother of eight. Her story of overcoming addiction, rescuing Afghans through a network of safehouses, and helping others rebuild their lives on the streets of Memphis, is a powerful reminder that we can rebuild and get big stuff done from the ground up.   To check out J...

On this edition of the Scott Mann podcast, Scott sits down with former addict, Army veteran and serial entrepreneur Ben Owen as he discusses lifting his life out of addiction to helping others. Through several charitable foundations, Ben and his wife, Jess, are cleaning up the streets of South Memphis from drugs and human trafficking. His mission is simple: defend the defenseless.  To find out mor...

On this special solo edition of the Scott Mann podcast, Scott shares his unfiltered story of hitting rock bottom and how learning the power of storytelling helped him climb out of the ashes. He discusses imposter syndrome, resistance, veteran mental health and suicide, and Scott’s emotional play entitled “Last Out” on this powerful episode. For any veterans in crisis, please reach out to someone f...

Join Scott Mann for Episode 10 of The Scott Mann Podcast as sits down with Gianni Koskinas, a Greek born US Air Force special operations combat veteran and now CEO of the Hoplite Group. Together, they discuss counterterrorism topics from Afghanistan to today’s threat landscape.  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired...

Join Scott Mann as he sits down with former NSA officer and Blackpoint Cyber CEO Jon Murchison as they cover a host topics including the Iranian nuclear program, AI, drone warfare, cyber security and entrepreneurship--and at the core of each of those, real human connection.  The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US A...