#207 Augustus Doricko - CEO of Rainmaker: Manipulating the Weather

Alex Wang is the CEO and co-founder of Scale AI, a leading data platform accelerating the development of artificial intelligence applications. Founded in 2016, Scale AI provides high-quality training data for AI models, serving clients like OpenAI, Microsoft, and the U.S. Department of Defense. A former software engineering prodigy, Wang dropped out of MIT to build Scale AI, which is now valued at over $13 billion. Recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in AI, Wang is a prominent voice in shaping the future of AI innovation and deployment. He advocates for responsible AI development and policies to ensure ethical and secure AI advancements. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: ⁠https://www.roka.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs⁠ NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org ⁠https://www.tryarmra.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/srs⁠ This episode is sponsored by better help. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/srs⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. ⁠https://www.shawnlikesgold.com⁠ ⁠https://www.lumen.me/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.shopify.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://trueclassic.com/srs⁠ Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at ⁠trueclassic.com/srs⁠! #trueclassicpod Alex Wang Links: Website - https://scale.com Scale AI X - https://x.com/scale_ai Alex X - https://x.com/alexandr_wang LI - https://www.linkedin.com/company/scaleai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Augustus Doricko is the founder and CEO of Rainmaker, a next generation cloud seeding company. He is a UC Berkeley dropout, Thiel Fellow, and member of the El Segundo hard tech scene.  Rainmaker uses weather resistant drones to increase precipitation and novel radar hardware to measure how much man-made precipitation is created. Rainmaker’s first priority is reversing the desertification of the American west, and ultimately to terraform deserts into abundant, green, arable land. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://www.roka.com - USE CODE SRS https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://www.tryarmra.com/srs https://www.betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored by better help. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://www.shawnlikesgold.com https://www.lumen.me/srs https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs https://www.shopify.com/srs https://trueclassic.com/srs Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/srs! #trueclassicpod Augustus Doricko Links: Rainmaker - https://www.rainmaker.com X - https://x.com/ADoricko  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustus-doricko-660b20145 Substack - https://substack.com/@doricko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Timothy Alberino is an author, researcher, and explorer known for his bestselling book Birthright (2020), which offers a groundbreaking perspective on biblical narratives in the context of artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and UFO disclosure. Often called a modern-day Indiana Jones, Alberino has traveled globally to investigate alternative history, megalithic architecture, ancient giant mythologies, and the UFO phenomenon. His expeditions include leading searches for lost Incan cities in Peru’s Andes with Spanish explorer Anselm Pi Rambla since 2018. Alberino has hosted, produced, and directed documentaries like True Legends: Holocaust of Giants (2017) and True Legends: The Unholy See (2016), exploring topics such as Nephilim, cryptids, and occult conspiracies. A former resident of Peru’s Amazon jungle, where he lived with local communities and mastered Spanish, he now resides in Bozeman, Montana, with his wife, Jasmine, and their five boys. Alberino is an advocate for uncovering hidden truths about human history and biblical prophecy. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: ⁠https://www.roka.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://uscca.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.aura.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/srs⁠ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/srs⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. ⁠https://www.helixsleep.com/srs⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.blackbuffalo.com⁠ ⁠https://www.meetfabric.com/shawn⁠ ⁠https://www.shawnlikesgold.com⁠ ⁠https://www.hillsdale.edu/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.paladinpower.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://trueclassic.com/srs⁠ Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at ⁠trueclassic.com/srs⁠! #trueclassicpod Timothy Alberino Links: Website - https://timothyalberino.com  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TimothyAlberino X - https://x.com/TimothyAlberino  The Alberino Analysis - https://thealberinoanalysis.com  Book by Timothy Alberino - As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases (paid links): Birthright: The Coming Posthuman Apocalypse and the Usurpation of Adam's Dominion on Planet Earth The Book of Enoch: With Commentary & Concept Art on the Book of the Watchers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dino Mavrookas is the Co-Founder and CEO of Saronic Technologies, a defense tech company pioneering AI-powered autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs) to strengthen U.S. and allied naval capabilities. A former U.S. Navy SEAL with 11 years of service and eight combat tours, Mavrookas enlisted after 9/11 and gained firsthand insight into the importance of technological superiority in complex operational environments. He founded Saronic in 2022, and under his leadership, the company has raised over $850 million and reached a $4 billion valuation by early 2025—developing scalable, mission-driven ASVs for modern maritime defense. After his military service, he earned a BASC in Computer Engineering from Rutgers and an MBA from The Wharton School. He then transitioned to private equity, serving as a Senior Associate at Vista Equity Partners and Vice President at H.I.G. Capital, focusing on technology investments. A 2015 Pat Tillman Scholar, Mavrookas also serves on the board of the Navy SEAL Foundation and advocates for expanding opportunities for veterans in elite academic and professional programs. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://www.roka.com - USE CODE SRS https://uscca.com/srs https://www.aura.com/srs https://www.betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://www.helixsleep.com/srs⁠ https://www.blackbuffalo.com https://www.meetfabric.com/shawn https://www.shawnlikesgold.com https://www.hillsdale.edu/srs https://www.paladinpower.com/srs https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs https://trueclassic.com/srs Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/srs! #trueclassicpod Dino Mavrookas Links - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dino-mavrookas  Saronic Technologies - https://www.saronic.com  Navy SEAL Foundation - https://www.navysealfoundation.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Larry Vickers is a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Army, with extensive service in the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (Delta Force). After retiring, he became a leading firearms instructor, CEO of Vickers Tactical, and a key consultant for firearms manufacturers like Heckler & Koch and Wilson Combat. Vickers is also known for his YouTube channel, Vickers Tactical, where he reviews firearms and shares expertise with millions. As a historian and collector, he brings a wealth of knowledge on military tactics, gear, and the evolution of firearms. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: ⁠https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs ⁠ nmls 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org ⁠https://www.tryarmra.com/srs ⁠ ⁠https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com/srs ⁠– USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.shawnlikesgold.com ⁠ ⁠https://www.hometitlelock.com⁠ – USE CODE SRS Go to ⁠https://www.hometitlelock.com/srs⁠ and use promo code srs to get a free title history report so you can find out if you’re already a victim and 14 days of protection for free! Make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock Protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit ⁠https://www.hometitlelock.com/warranty ⁠ ⁠https://www.lumen.me/srs ⁠ ⁠https://www.ziprecruiter.com/srs ⁠ ⁠https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs⁠ Larry Vickers Links: Website - https://lavickers.com IG - https://www.instagram.com/thelarryvickers  YT - ​​http://youtube.com/vickerstacticalinc  FB - https://www.facebook.com/LarryVickers  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Mustaine is the co-founder, frontman, primary songwriter, and sole consistent member of the thrash metal band Megadeth. A pioneer of the American thrash metal movement, Mustaine formed Megadeth in 1983 after his departure from Metallica, where he served as lead guitarist and co-songwriter. With Megadeth, he has released sixteen studio albums, sold over 50 million records worldwide, earned six platinum certifications, and won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2017 for the title track of Dystopia. Known for his intricate guitar work, snarling vocal style, and lyrics exploring war, politics, and personal struggles, Mustaine remains a towering figure in heavy metal. Despite overcoming challenges like substance abuse, a 2002 arm injury, and throat cancer in 2019, he continues to tour and create music, with Megadeth’s latest album, The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!, released in 2022. He is working on his 17th album. Mustaine is also expanding his family’s wine venture, House of Mustaine, and mentors emerging artists. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs nmls 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://www.tryarmra.com/srs https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com/srs – USE CODE SRS https://www.shawnlikesgold.com https://www.hometitlelock.com – USE CODE SRS Go to https://www.hometitlelock.com/srs and use promo code srs to get a free title history report so you can find out if you’re already a victim and 14 days of protection for free! Make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock Protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://www.hometitlelock.com/warranty https://www.lumen.me/srs https://www.ziprecruiter.com/srs https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs Dave Mustaine Links: Website - https://www.megadeth.com  X - https://x.com/DaveMustaine  FB - https://www.facebook.com/davemustaine  IN - https://www.instagram.com/davemustaine Megadeth - https://www.megadeth.com House of Mustaine - https://houseofmustaine.com As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases (paid links):Megadeath’s Greatest Hits - https://amzn.to/4m5cnJc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven L. Kwast is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General and the Co-founder and CEO of SpaceBilt, a company reimagining the entire spacecraft lifecycle to enable scalable, sustainable space infrastructure. A 1986 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate in astronautical engineering, he served 33 years, commanding units like the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing in Afghanistan and the Air Education and Training Command. A combat-tested F-15E pilot with 3,300+ flight hours (650 in combat), he also holds a Master’s in Public Policy from Harvard. A key advocate for the U.S. Space Force, Kwast now leads innovation in space technology and speaks on national security, space policy, and economic development beyond Earth. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: ⁠https://uscca.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/srs⁠ This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/srs⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. ⁠https://www.meetfabric.com/shawn⁠ ⁠https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.shawnlikesgold.com⁠ | 855-936-GOLD ⁠https://www.helixsleep.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://hexclad.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.paladinpower.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.shopify.com/srs Steve Kwast Links: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-kwast-362a3a15  Skycorp Incorporated - https://www.skycorpinc.com SpaceBilt - https://www.spacebilt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon Truett is a former British Army soldier with a 23-year career, including 20 years serving in the elite 22 Special Air Service (SAS) Regiment of the United Kingdom Special Forces. Enlisting in the Parachute Regiment in 1998, he passed the grueling SAS selection process in 2002 and participated in numerous high-stakes operations, including multiple deployments in Iraq combating insurgent networks. His service spanned complex global conflicts post-9/11, involving counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and covert reconnaissance. Truett faced significant psychological and physical challenges, including stress-related alopecia and personal tragedies, which shaped his perspective on resilience and mental health. Today, he is an advocate for neurotechnology, exploring wearable devices to enhance human performance and detect neurological conditions early. Truett shares his expertise through speaking engagements, podcasts, and his work with organizations like Avanti Communications, where he serves as Director of Special Programs, focusing on strategic solutions and interdisciplinary collaboration. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://uscca.com/srs https://www.betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://www.meetfabric.com/shawn https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com - USE CODE SRS https://www.shawnlikesgold.com | 855-936-GOLD https://www.helixsleep.com/srs https://hexclad.com/srs https://www.paladinpower.com/srs https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs https://www.rocketmoney.com/srs https://www.shopify.com/srs Jon Truett Links: IG - https://www.instagram.com/jon_neuro  LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-truett-60841b222 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Homan is the U.S. Border Czar under President Donald Trump’s second administration, appointed in November 2024 to oversee border security and interior enforcement operations. A career law enforcement officer, Homan served as Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from 2017 to 2018, where he implemented stringent immigration policies. With over 4 decades of experience, including roles as a police officer and Border Patrol agent, Homan is a leading advocate for enforcing immigration laws, focusing on deporting individuals deemed public safety or national security threats. Homan’s initiatives include increasing ICE detentions and prosecuting those who impede federal immigration enforcement. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: ⁠https://www.roka.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs⁠ NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/srs⁠ This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/srs⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. ⁠https://www.bubsnaturals.com/shawn⁠ ⁠https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.shawnlikesgold.com⁠ ⁠https://www.drinkhoist.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS ⁠https://www.hometitlelock.com⁠ - USE CODE SRS Go to https://hometitlelock.com/SRS and use promo code SRS to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you’re already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty ⁠https://www.moinkbox.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.preparewithshawn.com⁠ ⁠htps://www.paladinpower.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs⁠ ⁠https://www.ziprecruiter.com/srs Tom Homan Links: Website - https://www.ice.gov X - https://x.com/Tom_Homan Book by Tom Homan - As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases (paid links): Defend the Border and Save Lives: Solving Our Most Important Humanitarian and Security Crisis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Tebow is a former NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner, and two-time BCS National Champion with the Florida Gators. A first-round draft pick by the Denver Broncos in 2010, he led the team to a playoff victory in 2011. A New York Times bestselling author and outspoken Christian, Tebow founded the Tim Tebow Foundation to combat human trafficking, support orphans, and provide medical care for children worldwide. Today, he inspires millions through his philanthropy, motivational speaking, and books like Shaken and Mission Possible.  He is a leading advocate for the Renewed Hope Act which is a bipartisan bill that aims to enhance Homeland Security Investigations' capabilities by hiring and training over 200 analysts and investigators, authorizing expert consultants, and establishing advanced victim identification training to combat child sexual exploitation and rescue over 50,000 unidentified victims. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://www.roka.com - USE CODE SRS https://www.americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://www.betterhelp.com/srs This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self. https://www.bubsnaturals.com/shawn https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com - USE CODE SRS https://www.shawnlikesgold.com https://www.drinkhoist.com - USE CODE SRS https://www.hometitlelock.com - USE CODE SRS Go to https://hometitlelock.com/SRS and use promo code SRS to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you’re already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty https://www.moinkbox.com/srs https://www.preparewithshawn.com htps://www.paladinpower.com/srs https://www.patriotmobile.com/srs https://www.ziprecruiter.com/srs Tim Tebow Links: Website - https://timtebow.com/media Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@timtebow_15   IG - https://www.instagram.com/timtebow    FB - https://www.facebook.com/TimTebow X - https://x.com/TimTebow  Tim Tebow Foundation - https://timtebowfoundation.org The Renewed Hope Act - https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/5015/text/isTell your Congressman to pass The Renewed Hope Act - https://timtebowfoundation.org/advocacy Books by Tim Tebow - As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases (paid links): Mission Possible: A Daily Devotional: 365 Days of Inspiration for Pursuing Your God-Given Purpose  Mission Possible: Go Create a Life That Counts Bronco and Friends: A Party to Remember  Bronco and Friends: Mission Possible Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices