Shawn Ryan says he felt hell, returns to Catholicism, slams Trump

Former U.S. Navy SEAL and podcaster Shawn Ryan told Tucker Carlson that he experienced a vivid feeling of hell after interviewing ex‑orcist Fr. Chad Ripperger. Ryan said the sensation is ongoing and motivated his return to the Catholic Church, describing it as the most terrifying experience of his life.

During the same discussion, UFC fighter Sean Strickland joined Ryan and criticized President Donald Trump, saying Trump’s policies and rhetoric are crushing families and likening his rallies to a cult‑like atmosphere. Ryan echoed the criticism, calling Trump a danger to ordinary Americans and rejecting an invitation to travel on Air Force One.

The interview highlighted Ryan’s spiritual turmoil and his political stance against Trump, linking personal religious transformation with broader commentary on American politics.