Brad Harrison: A Warrior’s Take on AI, Ayahuasca, and the Future of Defence

Empowering Leaders

Brad Harrison is not your typical venture capitalist. A decorated US Army Airborne Ranger and West Point graduate turned founder of Scout Ventures, Brad now sits at the cutting edge of national security, investing in the technologies shaping our future—AI, space, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.

But beyond the battlefield and boardroom, Brad’s leadership journey is just as much about inner work as outer impact. In this episode, he opens up about his shift from combat missions to meditation, from elite operations to yoga retreats. Brad shares how practices like breathwork, biohacking, and self-reflection help him stay grounded while navigating high-stakes innovation.

He unpacks the delicate balance between military deterrence and peacekeeping, and why technologies like AI and autonomy, when guided by ethical, empathetic leadership, can be forces for good. With a deep emphasis on authenticity, self-improvement, and community, Brad offers a unique perspective on what it takes to lead.

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