A Green Beret turned UN ambassador lays out the hard truths on China, UN reform, and disciplined leadership. In this 5-minute summary (original episode 2 hours), host Shawn Ryan and guest Mike Waltz distill lessons from Special Forces missions to Washington policymaking. Learn why Waltz prioritizes supply‑chain security, bipartisan veteran leadership, burden‑sharing in the Middle East, and aggressive accountability at the United Nations. Hear concrete takeaways on national security, technology and innovation, rules of engagement, and how bottom‑up leadership shapes better policy. Perfect for listeners interested in geopolitics, defense, veterans in politics, and institutional reform. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.