Podcast
The Shawn Ryan Show
The book was discussed on two episodes, where host Shawn Ryan highlighted its account of the grassroots effort to evacuate Afghan allies during the U.S. withdrawal and praised the author’s firsthand experience as a former Green Beret who helped orchestrate the mission. The episodes emphasized the veterans’ commitment and personal stories, such as that of Nizam, making it a compelling example of dedication. Overall, the podcast presented it as a strongly recommended account of the operation.
Episode: #36 Lt. Col. Scott Mann - Operation Pineapple Expr...
This was the book written by Scott Mann, who was a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Special Forces. Scott is a former Green Beret who was one of the individuals who orchestrated the Operation Pineapple Express, which helped many Afghan allies escape from the Taliban.
So just quick background on you, author of Operation Pineapple Express, New York Times bestseller.
Yeah, last out, Elegy of a Green Beret.
I want to talk all about your book and what you experienced over there.
And one of the characters in my book, his name is Nizam.
And he's a big part of the book and he's a big part of my life.
