Investigative reporter Anna Giaritelli joins David Rutherford to share her personal story of assault in Washington D.C.—and the shocking failures of the justice system that followed.

➡️ Hear how Anna was attacked in broad daylight, how her assailant was repeatedly released despite multiple arrests, and how D.C. authorities hide sex crime data from the public.

➡️ Discover the political games that protect criminals instead of victims.

➡️ Learn how Anna turned her pain into purpose, writing and speaking out to expose the truth.

This episode is a powerful conversation about courage, accountability, and the fight to protect women from violence.

Key Takeaways:

• Anna’s personal story of survival and resilience
• How crime statistics are manipulated in D.C.
• Why local authorities fail victims of sexual assault
• The broader problem of crime and corruption in U.S. cities
• What must change to truly protect women and children

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:07 - Anna’s Viral Story That Shocked The World

03:36 - How The Justice System Failed Her & Others

22:58 - DC Crime Stats Coverup & How Governments Are Abandoning Citizens

36:32 - Why Is Crime Exploding Across The World?

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What happens when your confidence collapses? Former Navy SEAL David Rutherford shares the exact system he built to reset, rebuild, and forge self-confidence—no matter what life throws at you.

In this high-energy episode of The David Rutherford Show, Rut and Jordy dive deep into the origin story of Froglogic and the 8 Missions for Forging Self-Confidence. From BUD/S training to Blackwater deployments, to fatherhood and mentorship, David reveals how anyone can build the resilience to keep going when everything inside you says quit.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why self-confidence collapses daily—and how to rebuild it fast.
• The Navy SEAL-inspired 8 Missions for lasting confidence.
• Stories from combat, training, and fatherhood that shaped Rut’s system.
• The power of mentorship, integrity, and living with purpose.
• How to laugh, love, and find joy—even in the hardest moments.

If you’ve ever battled fear, doubt, or the urge to quit—this episode will light a fire in your soul.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Losing my self-confidence, deployments & Froglogic origins

21:46 - What I learned about confidence in BUD/s

29:47 - Have a positive attitude

37:08 - PT and live healthy

41:03 - Motivate yourself and others

45:18 - Earn respect

49:49 - Set realistic goals

52:54 - Live with integrity

56:07 - Ask for help

57:57 - Have fun

01:03:19 - We need a system

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What if America’s greatest untold stories weren’t in Hollywood—but hidden in the swamps, deserts, and mountains all around us?

In this powerful episode of The David Rutherford Show, Navy SEAL David Rutherford sits down with Alexander “Xander” Joseph, founder of Xplorist.org, to discuss his mission of reconnecting Americans with their wild spaces. Joseph is the filmmaker behind the upcoming documentary series King of the Everglades, where he and his team track legendary crocodiles like Croczilla and spotlight the fight to preserve America’s ecosystems. He's recently partnered with Braxton McCoy and Sagebrush Institute to join the fight to preserve America's wilderness.

Key Takeaways:

How the Everglades is the only ecosystem like it in the world.

Alexander’s personal journey from loss to finding purpose in creation.

Why storytelling is the most powerful tool in the conservation fight.

The battle to protect America’s wilderness from political agendas.

Sneak peek into King of the Everglades and future projects like Beast of the Borderlands (Arizona jaguars).

The role of faith, family, and patriotism in Xander’s mission.

Links:

👉 Froglogic Courses: www.davidrutherford.com

👉 Follow David Rutherford on Socials: https://linktr.ee/davidrutherfordshow

👉 Support Alexander's mission: https://www.xplorist.org/

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - The Passion for the outdoors & God's Creation

11:15 - Falling in love with storytelling

13:20 - Filming in the Everglades

17:05 - Alex's start in storytelling

18:52 - Braxton McCoy & the Big Beautiful Bill

22:04 - Losing a friend & diving into art

33:00 - We need stories of exploration

45:26 - Conservation & The Sagebrush Institute

50:47 - Upcoming projects & how to support

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What is it REALLY like to go on The Shawn Ryan Show? In this episode of The David Rutherford Show, Navy SEAL veteran David Rutherford pulls back the curtain and shares his full reaction and behind-the-scenes experience after sitting in Shawn’s infamous leather chair for a marathon 7-hour interview.

From the lead-up to the recording, to stepping into Shawn’s brand-new, world-class podcast studio, to seeing firsthand how Shawn and his team operate at the highest level, this is the inside story you won’t hear anywhere else.

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👉 In this video, David breaks down:

• What it feels like to share your deepest stories on The Shawn Ryan Show

• How Shawn Ryan’s studio and production team create one of the most cinematic podcasts in the world

• The emotional toll and transformation of sitting in Shawn’s chair for 7+ hours

• Why Shawn Ryan is called the “Oprah for Operators”

• What makes Shawn’s interviews so powerful, raw, and unforgettable

For years, The Shawn Ryan Show has set the standard for long-form storytelling, featuring elite military operators, intelligence officers, politicians, and people with life-changing stories. But very few know what it’s like behind the cameras—the nerves, the preparation, the energy of Shawn’s team, and the feeling of baring your soul to millions of viewers.

David takes you inside that journey, offering a rare and personal reaction to what many call the most intense and moving podcast platform in the world.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• What happens before and after a Shawn Ryan interview?

• What makes Shawn Ryan different from every other podcast host?

• How does his team capture and produce such powerful stories?

…then this video is your inside look.

⚡ Watch the full conversation now and discover the truth behind The Shawn Ryan Show.

👉 Watch David’s full Shawn Ryan interview here: [link]
👉 Learn more about David’s courses and training at davidrutherford.com

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Shawn’s New Studio

04:26 - Getting The Invite

10:12 - How Shawn Crafts His Podcast

23:12 - The Nerves Leading Up To The Show

33:28 - The Day of The Recording

44:18 - The Emotional Experience of Recording The Podcast

52:50 - What Happened After The Show

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David Rutherford explains the Froglogic philosophy—the mindset forged through decades as a Navy SEAL, Blackwater operator, CIA contractor, and performance coach.

He breaks down:

• The Negative Insurgency—the internal and external forces of fear that attack us daily.

• Why pain is the Anvil of Life, shaping us into who we become.

• The four sequential pillars: Embrace Fear, Forging Self-Confidence, The Team Life, Living With Purpose.

• How to win the Motivation War and stop ringing the bell when life gets tough.

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📍Pre-Order David's upcoming novel, The Poet Warrior: https://www.ballastbooks.com/ballast-bookstore/the-poet-warrior

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - The Hardest Questions In Life

07:58 - Where Does Motivation Come From?

23:21 - The Froglogic Triad

28:59 - Embracing Fear

34:19 - Forging Self-Confidence

40:15 - Living The Team Life

44:19 - Living With Purpose

49:07 - Sacrifice

50:43 - Don’t Ring The Bell

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In 1995, Navy SEAL trainee Dusty Turner’s life changed forever. What started as a night out ended in tragedy, a murder charge, and a conviction that many believe is one of the greatest injustices in modern military history.

David Rutherford sits down with Martin Jenns and Erin Lottman, two tireless advocates for Dusty, to uncover the truth behind the crime, the broken legal process, and the decades-long fight for justice.

From SEAL training brotherhood to courtroom battles, this episode exposes the full story—and asks you to join the movement to help free Dusty Turner.

Watch the documentary: Navy SEAL: Murderer? Framed? Target of Opportunity?
on Amazon Prime.
Learn more & sign the petition: https://www.freedusty.com

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Intro

02:32 - Why Erin and Martin are fighting for Dusty's freedom

09:40 - The Story Behind The Case

24:19 - Dusty's Case Breakdown

29:40 - The Obvious Flaws In Dusty's Case

33:03 - Dusty's State Of Mind During Trial

39:27 - Who Is Brown, The Man Who Confessed?

50:58 - Why Is Dusty Still In Jail After Being Found Innocent?

5752 - The Documentary, and Who Dusty Is As A Man

01:07:12 - How You Can Help

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton just made a move that could reshape political power in the Lone Star State—and maybe the entire country. David Rutherford breaks down the explosive fight over redistricting, the Democrats who walked out to block it, and the unprecedented legal strategy Paxton is taking to remove them from office.

We also dive into Trump’s political counterstrike against Letitia James and Adam Schiff, the mortgage fraud allegations making headlines, and what this all means for the MAGA movement’s future. Plus—updates on international peace talks, and yes… football is finally back.

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From Hillary Clinton’s role in the Russiagate narrative to the intelligence community’s weaponization of the term “critical infrastructure,” this episode is packed with receipts. Rut dives into the documents recently released by Tulsi Gabbard that expose what could be the most coordinated political coup in American history.

Rut also covers the shocking manipulation of Bureau of Labor Statistics data under the Biden administration and the sudden cultural meltdown over a simple American Eagle ad featuring Sydney Sweeney.

Buckle up—this one connects all the dots.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - New Clinton Coup Bombshell Evidence
18:04 - BLS Numbers Are Cooked
26:34 - Syndey Sweeney's Ad Gets Attacked

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