The Scott Mann Podcast

This week Scott sits down with longtime friend Rickie Richey, the founder of telecommunications company Altaworx as well as Telecomm for Vets. Together they discuss storytelling and Rickie's life changing journey from being 290 pounds with no triathlon experience to completing seven Ironmans. Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #ironman #telecommunications #founder

This week Scott sits down with a very special return guest, nonprofit founder, entrepreneur and veteran advocate, Elisha "Perk" Perkins. While conducting combat operations on her third tour in Afghanistan, Perk's vehicle was struck by an IED which left her with severe lower body injuries and likely caused three separate bouts with cancer...all of which she has beaten.She has worked extensively with Scott to become an incredible speaker for companies and schools, more details can be found at www.noquitbutton.com Find out more about her nonprofit which provides service dogs to veterans at www.popsmokek9forveterans.orgJoin her on Skool at: https://www.skool.com/no-quit-button-8564Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #woundedwarriors #inspiration #veteran

This week Scott sits down with renowned storyteller, theater director and actor, and coach Jason Cannon to further explore the power of storytelling and theater. Find out more about Jason's work at www.jasoncannon.art Find out more about Scott and Jason's new play 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express at www.tfpineapple.org/11daysJoin Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #theater #storytelling #selfhelp

In this solo episode Scott discusses the infamous strategy of using powerpoint in your company to deliver vision statements and information...and why it is making your employees fall asleep or dive into their phones. There is a solution...Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #podcast #storytelling #humanconnection

This week, while Scott is performing his one-man play 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express in New York City, he looks back at some powerful moments from the first year of the podcast as he looks towards 2026 and the theme of "The Generosity of Scars."In this episode are segments from episodes with Retired Green Beret Romy Camargo, country music legend Craig Morgan, Hollywood actor Gary Sinise, and Scott's wife Monty Mann.Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #podcast #storytelling #humanconnection

This week Scott sits down with acclaimed story coach, Michael Davis, who has coached executives, military veterans and TEDx speakers on the way to hone and present their stories for authentic influence...including Scott himself. Together they dive into the power of storytelling in both commercial and personal settings.Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #storytelling #publicspeaking #executivecoaching

For the first episode of 2026, Scott sits down with LA-based actor and US Navy Veteran Josh Berduo to talk about the power of the arts on healing.To find out more about Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret as it tours in 2026, please visit: www.tfpineapple.orgJoin Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #actor #usnavy #theater

This week, to mark the end of 2025, Scott welcomes a very special guest, his bride of 30 years Monty Mann. Not only is she the force behind Scott's work, the mother to three incredible boys, but also serves as the Vice President of Rooftop Leadership and served for decades as a US Army Special Forces wife. To find out more about the program Monty mentions with Scott called Take the Mic, please visit:www.rooftopleadership.com/takethemicThe Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #militaryspouse #mother #betterhalf

This week Scott sits down (again) in the podcast's first repeat guest with Dr Diego Hernandez, a clinical psychologist, researcher, and coach who has focused on trauma and PTSD. Together they discuss storytelling and the arts as a path towards healing.To find out more about Doc's work visit: www.docdiego.comJoin Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #storytelling #psychology #arts

This week, Scott looks towards 2026 with the theme "Generosity of Scars" where our stories are served in the service of others, to unite us rather than divide us--where leaders are ok sharing their struggles and scars.To watch Scott's TEDx talk entitled Generosity of Scars, visit: https://youtu.be/_szAosvdWdM?si=aQmRXYYCWqxjFTm8To check out Scott's 13-week program he mentions at the end of the episode, please visit: https://scottmann.com/takethemic/The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #storytelling #leadership #humanconnection

This week, US Army Green Beret LTC (ret) Scott Mann, who architected the Village Stability Operations program in Afghanistan and founded Operation Pineapple Express to rescue Afghan allies following the catastrophic withdrawal after 20 years of war...responds to the current administration and emerging narrative lumping all Afghan allies and citizens into terrorists. The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #afghanistan #greenberet #nationalsecurity

This week Scott sits down with CEO of neuroscience company NuCalm, Jim Poole, who has converted decades of clinical science into an easily usable mobile app that helps with stress and sleep management. After decades as a US Army Special Forces officer, the NuCalm app has personally helped Scott navigate the churn and he wanted to present it to the audience for those who may need it.Find out more about NuCalm at www.nucalm.com Join Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #mentalhealth #stressmanagement #inspiration

This week Scott sits down with former Division 1 pitcher, Bubba Herrick, who experienced a life-changing event as his heart stopped on the operating table during a routine surgery. His book, Becoming Ready to Die, releases on December 16th and is available for preorder now at the link below:https://a.co/d/cxGgWk1To find out more about Bubba's coaching and speaking work please visit: www.bubbaherrick.comJoin Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #neardeathexperience #lifelessons #inspiration

This week Scott sits down with accomplished stage actress and long-time Army Special Operations wife, Stacey Heisler, who plays Lynn Patton in the Task Force Pineapple production of LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret. Her portrayal brings to light the often silent struggles our military families go through while their loved ones are deployed to war. To find out more about Last Out, please visit www.tfpineapple.orgJoin Scott Mann's Storysellers community on Skool to invest in yourself and your own story to gain authentic influence: https://www.skool.com/storysellers The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #specialforces #militaryspouse #militaryfamily

Join Scott as he sits down with country music star @scottyhastingmusic who was shot 10 times during combat operations in Afghanistan. On this #veteransday stories like Scotty's show the enormous sacrifice veterans pay not only during service, but after, and how they can successfully heal and move forward to amazing things.Join Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling at the grassroots level. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #veteran #countrymusic

Join Scott this week for a solo episode on a recent Gallup Poll showing some startling declines in trust in American institutions. Where has the trust gone? What can we do?To reference the 2025 Gallup Poll on confidence in institutions click here:https://news.gallup.com/poll/1597/confidence-institutions.aspxScott references Robert Putnam's book Bowling Alone: https://www.amazon.com/Bowling-Alone-Collapse-American-Community/dp/0743203046Join Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling at the grassroots level. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #greenberet #congress #publictrust

Join Scott as he sits down with longtime friend, retired US Army Special Forces team sergeant Lenny Bruce, who has become an accomplished actor and founder of Drop 50 apparel. Together they talk about the power of storytelling for healing oneself and others.Find out more about Lenny's apparel at: https://dropfive0.com/Visit Task Force Pineapple to find out more about upcoming performances of LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret at www.tfpineapple.orgJoin Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #greenberet #specialforces #actor

This week Scott sits down with Angeles National Forest Fire Chief Robert Garcia to talk about a career in wildland firefighting as well as leadership and human connection during the wildfires in the LA area.Join Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #firefighting #wildfires #losangeles

This week Scott sits down with client experience expert, keynote speaker and leadership strategist Neen James to discuss her new book, Exceptional Experiences: Five Luxury Levers to Elevate Every Aspect of Your Business. Her methods are all about real human connection to build deep relationships.To order Neen's book visit: https://neenjames.com/books/#preorderJoin Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #leadershipcoach #executiveconsultant #luxury

This week, Scott sits down with his long time friend and mentor, Bo Eason, a former NFL player who dedicated his life to acting, writing, and, now, coaching others on finding their way through story. Bo is one of the instrumental leaders that helped Scott find his own way after his time in Special Forces.To find out more about Bo, visit: www.boeason.comTo check out Bo's book There's No Plan B for Your A Game, go to: www.boeasonbook.comAs Bo's mentions in the show, text GUIDE to 323-310-5504 for a FREE story guide from Bo.Join Scott Mann's School of Rooftop Leadership to invest in yourself and your own story: https://www.skool.com/rooftopleadership The school is a growing community of leaders focused on getting big stuff done using human connection and storytelling. See you on the Rooftop! The Scott Mann Podcast is focused on human connection like our lives depend on it—because they do. Scott Mann is a retired US Army Special Forces officer, NY Times bestselling author, news correspondent, keynote speaker and storytelling and connection coach. #nfl #storytelling #greenberet