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In this episode of The Shawn Ryan Show, AJ Gentile — creator of the hit YouTube channel The Why Files — joins Shawn for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation. From confronting military injustice and government secrets to overcoming anxiety, addiction, and creative burnout, AJ shares the emotional journey behind building one of YouTube’s most compelling conspiracy and mystery channels. The two dive into authenticity in storytelling, critical thinking in a manipulated world, and the importance of staying grounded amid viral success.
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