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Keith Stansell is a former U.S. Marine and Northrop Grumman employee who was captured by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) o

Keith Stansell is a former U.S. Marine and Northrop Grumman employee who was captured by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) on February 13, 2003, after his surveillance plane crashed in the Colombian jungle during an anti-narcotics mission. Held hostage for 1,967 days alongside contractors Marc Gonsalves and Thomas Howes, Stansell endured harsh conditions in the jungle until their dramatic rescue by the Colombian military on July 2, 2008, during Operation Jaque.

A recipient of the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom in 2009, he co-authored the bestselling memoir Out of Captivity: Surviving 1967 Days in the Colombian Jungle (2009) with Gonsalves and Howes, detailing their ordeal and resilience.

Father to twin sons born during his captivity, he advocates for awareness of hostage situations and supports military and veteran communities, emphasizing survival, family, and the human spirit in overcoming adversity.

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josh

Geez dude. Strong 💪 work

some greyman

Sounds like a lovely jungle to visit

Charles

I could not imagine being captive that long. Love the new Studio Shawn.

Nicole

Solid Gold

Jamie Justin

Super interesting interview. What a strong mindset and badass. But I will say I laughed a little too hard at how they thought the matrix stunts were real😂

Ronnie Tschan

Cool never heard his story b4. Looking forward 2 it. Luv the guests, but if 1 more doesn’t know what the gift is. It’s an insult lol . PS , remember as a little kid u would hear your favorite show’s music an go running lol. I luv the intro SRS music . & Yes I am a little special 😂

Don

This interview was farcing awesome

Robert Diggins

I thought, "Man, he's level headed.", then I heard his wisdom that facing facts and pursuing happiness are a development cycle. He's a profound example. 👍 Thanks!

Robert Mirabilio

I remember looking at a documentary about this. And in the documentary they had to tie one of them upside down to stop defecating. Because of his internal injuries, he had severe diarrhea. It’s so hard to understand being here in the United States, how primitive and almost completely out of touch with reality that F.A.R.C. Is. . One of my friends that was stationed out of Port Hueneme was down in Columbia. Deep in the jungle. He would say how these gorillas are something else a whole different animal. With the exception of those that are “Stuck” into this existence. Excellent interview S.R.S

Clayton Sharrard

And exactly why people died of cancer et hahaha openly admits to spraying thousands of people of round up

Clayton Sharrard

After your interview with the guy from the Wi-Fi files, why wouldn’t you ask about using this as a chemical warfare

Clayton Sharrard

Maj. Rossi deep cover “spy” you need to get him on interview Shawn

Hamburger

There is so much money in the drug trade that we will never win it because the higher ups in gov use to finance their private wars or piggy bank it will never change as long as politicians are involved

SergeyM

Very good interview.. Respect ..Shawn…

Tindog

I felt his Pain through the whole interview--it is still with him. Baggage is a terrible thing. I wont know how to loose his. Another Interview from the Heart. Loved it. Keith is in my prayers today.

Amber Huddleston

Have been listening to your show for years. Finally joined Patreon because I believe in what you do and want to help you keep it going and growing!

John Hicks

Great show, as always ! Thanks

Zac

Great episode

Kevin Bates

Best episode I’ve watched in a long time, absolutely glued to interview from start to finish

OS

Can a doctor opine on the breathing. Thats not good.

Kristen Saunders

Just starting the podcast but looking around at the new studio is just 🔥

David Helmbrecht

One of the best interviews yet! Amazing story and a truly amazing human and vet! Thanks!

Snakebite63

Great interview thank you both.

JIM NEWMAN

Fuckers wouldn’t cave for the pope. That’s cold as shit

Joe Rapanut

An emotional roller coaster of life events that reminds me of my childhood, thanks for beautiful memories of the soul that lives in the human body , that was imprinted with survival skills..

JIM NEWMAN

Hard interview for me to grasp. So downplayed and For lack of a better word nonchalant. 1967 days !! That point, in a way, got lost.

Eric Marchewka

A fresh/unique interview. Knocked it out of the park once again.

Craig Gardner

After seeing this interview all I see Is Keith walking in Faith and his life will be more than he can imagine. This is a very powerful message. Thank you Shawn and a big thank you to Keith. The Ultimate warrior.

Gary

Best one ever!

K. Swaringen

What a fantastic story - These guys had God watching over them.

Eric Jackson

Is there a way I can email Keith Stansell? I have some interesting info.

Nicoli7153

What an incredible man! The last part of the interview really is impactful! Thanks again to you and your team for having people of this caliber on the show

Bri

He’s a Class act!! One of the best interviews!!

Andrew Hinschberger

What an incredible interview. Keep giving these stories a voice. Thank you Keith. Thank you Shawn.

Zib

Absolutely amazing interview!! You have a way of allowing the story to evolve... it's remarkable!! Thank you for continuing to be the platform of truth!!! 🙏🏼❤️

Valkyrie

Thank you for this episode. I remember his story. Great to get details

Chad

Great show Shawn I have really enjoyed all the content you bring thanks