Jared Hudson - The War Against Evil: A Navy SEAL’s Fight to Save Children in America (Video)
In this 19 February 2025 video, host Shawn Ryan talks with Jared Hudson who served as a SEAL Operator and sniper with Naval Special Warfare, with deployments in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He founded The Shooting Institute (TSI), providing tactical training to law enforcement, military, and civilians, and Covenant Rescue Group (CRG), a nonprofit combating human trafficking and child exploitation through operations, training, and advocacy. Hudson is also a Reserve SWAT Deputy in Alabama and an advocate for constitutional rights.
Hudson is an author of “Waging War in the High Places – The Armor of God through the Eyes of a Navy SEAL” and speaks nationwide on faith-based topics. He is a devoted Christian, husband, father of three, and he emphasizes family values and community engagement. He currently leads CRG’s efforts to rescue trafficking victims globally while raising awareness about exploitation networks through public speaking and media appearances.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
03:35 Story of Jared Hudson
08:23 Faith and Personal Beliefs
21:55 Understanding Human Trafficking
32:40 Prostitution, Pornography, and Trafficking
40:51 Law Enforcement and Child Exploitation
47:53 A Life-Changing Trip to Africa
50:34 Navy SEAL Training: The Journey Begins
58:30 Sniper School: A New Challenge
01:11:49 First Combat Deployment: Afghanistan
01:27:50 Lessons from Leadership and Regret
01:33:10 First Kill and Reflections on War
01:56:44 Transitioning Out of the Military
02:10:20 Personal Health Struggles and Military Service
02:14:56 Law Enforcement Career and Challenges
02:16:45 Founding The Shooting Institute (TSI)
02:39:50 Covenant Rescue Group and Human Trafficking
02:54:04 The Guardian’s Betrayal
03:01:46 Law Enforcement Tactics
03:19:22 The Role of Local and Federal Agencies
03:29:30 Scaling Operations and Community Impact
03:35:27 Parental Vigilance and Final Thoughts