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The Protectors® Podcast

1,053 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratings

Welcome to The Protectors® Podcast, where the valor meets the storyteller. Hosted by Jason Piccolo, a seasoned veteran and retired special agent, this series is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the courage and tales of those who pledge to protect us. Beyond the front-line stories of bravery and dedication, this podcast goes a step further, weaving in the perspectives of those who bolster and narrate the protector's journey—featuring a remarkable lineup including New York Times Best Sellers and acclaimed Hollywood actors.

The Protectors® Podcast offers a diverse array of voices, from those who wear the uniform to the authors and entertainers who amplify their stories. It's a unique blend that highlights not only the raw realities faced by our protectors but also how their sacrifices inspire the narratives we cherish in literature and film. Each episode is a testament to the interconnected worlds of service and support, bringing listeners an unmatched depth of insight.

By tuning in to The Protectors® Podcast, you're not just listening to a podcast—you're stepping into a powerful community that stretches from the battlefields to the bookshelves and the silver screen. Whether you're seeking thrilling accounts of valor, insights into the creative process, or simply inspiring conversations, this podcast has something for you. Listen now to celebrate and understand the entire ecosystem that upholds our guardians and their stories. Join us in this auditory salute to the heroes and their champions alike.


Dr. Jason Piccolo is a retired federal agent, former U.S. Army Infantry Captain (Iraq 2006), and author.  

Past Guests Include:- Jack Carr- Brad Taylor- Sean Patrick Flanery - Andrews & Wilson- Mark Greaney- Stephen Hunter- Remi Adeleke - Florent Groberg - Clint Emerson - Travis Mills 

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Episodes

#179 | Beau Wise & Tom Sileo | Three Wise Men

January 25, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.73 MB

Send us a Text Message. Beau Wise and Tom Sileo joined The Protectors to talk about their book THREE WISE MEN.  We go into the background of the Wise brothers’ service, teaming up to write their story, and much more.  Beau and Tom also talk a bit about reaching out to the SOF community to gather information for the book.   ABOUT THREE WISE MEN: From Beau Wise and Tom Sileo comes Three Wise Men, an incredible memoir of family, service and sacrifice by a Marine who lost both his brothers in ...

#178 | Bobby Bushcraft | Photographer | Former LEO

January 18, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead.  Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports.  Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”.  We talk about our mutual admiration of customs knives and how tough it is to get a custom knife befo...

#178 | Bobby Bushcraft | Photographer | Former LEO

January 18, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead.  Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports.  Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”.  We talk about our mutual admiration of customs knives and how tough it is to get a custom knife before they sell out!  Bobby ...

Season 3 | Bobby Bushcraft | Photographer | Former LEO | Episode 8

January 18, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead.  Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports.  Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”.  We talk about our mutual admiration of customs knives and how tough it is to get a custom knife before they sell out!  Bobby ...

#177 | Brad Taylor | NYT Best-Selling Author | American Traitor

January 05, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.64 MB

Send us a Text Message. Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest!  Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.  About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas.  Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry.  Brad served for more than 21 years, retir...

Season 3 | Brad Taylor | NYT Best-Selling Author | American Traitor | Episode 7

January 05, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest!  Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.  About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas.  Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry.  Brad served for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces L...

#177 | Brad Taylor | NYT Best-Selling Author | American Traitor

January 05, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.64 MB

Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest!  Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.  About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas.  Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry.  Brad served for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces L...

Season 3 | Brad Taylor | NYT Best-Selling Author | American Traitor | (Episode 7)

January 05, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.6 MB

Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest!  Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.  About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas.  Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry.  Brad served for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces L...

Season 3 | Adam Kinakin | Host of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast | Episode 6

December 11, 2020 03:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

Adam Kinakin joined the show to talk about realistic law enforcement training, that we don’t know everything and a ton of other topics.  Adam is a former Infantry Officer and hosts The Tactical Breakdown Podcast ABOUT ADAM: Adam Kinakin is the host and producer of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast. A former Infantry Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, he has had the honor to work alongside some of the best Military and Law Enforcement Instructors and Educators in the world.  Now located i...

#176 | Adam Kinakin | Host of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast

December 11, 2020 03:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Adam Kinakin joined the show to talk about realistic law enforcement training, that we don’t know everything and a ton of other topics.  Adam is a former Infantry Officer and hosts The Tactical Breakdown Podcast ABOUT ADAM: Adam Kinakin is the host and producer of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast. A former Infantry Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, he has had the honor to work alongside some of the best Military and Law Enforcement Instructors and Educators in the world.  Now located i...

#176 | Adam Kinakin | Host of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast

December 11, 2020 03:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Adam Kinakin joined the show to talk about realistic law enforcement training, that we don’t know everything and a ton of other topics.  Adam is a former Infantry Officer and hosts The Tactical Breakdown Podcast ABOUT ADAM: Adam Kinakin is the host and producer of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast. A former Infantry Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, he has had the honor to work alongside some of the best Military and Law Enforcement Instructors and Educators in t...

#175 | Karen Worcester | Wreaths Across America

December 02, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.69 MB

Send us a Text Message. Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington!  Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America.  We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.com/theprotectors or go right to their website.  There is still a big ne...

Season 3 | Karen Worcester | Wreaths Across America | Episode 5

December 02, 2020 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington!  Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America.  We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.com/theprotectors or go right to their website.  There is still a big need to fund this year.   ...

Season 3 | Karen Worcester | Wreaths Across America | Episode 6

December 02, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MB

Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington!  Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America.  We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.com/theprotectors or go right to their website.  There is still a big need to fund this year.   ...

#175 | Karen Worcester | Wreaths Across America

December 02, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.69 MB

Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington!  Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America.  We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.com/theprotectors or go right to their website.  There is still a big need to fund this year.   S...

Season 3 | Ron Holmes | Ryker USA | Episode 4

December 01, 2020 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production.   Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).   About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Recon and Marine Special Operations Command. Ron’s concept for the Ryker Grip™ was originally to enable...

#174 | Ron Holmes | Ryker USA

December 01, 2020 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production.   Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).   About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Recon and Marine Special Operations Command. Ron’s concept for the Ryker Grip™ was originally to enable...

#174 | Ron Holmes | Ryker USA

December 01, 2020 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production.   Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).   About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Recon and Marine Special Operations Command. Ron’s concept for the Ryker Grip™...

#173 | Barbara Allen | Gold Star Wife & American Snippets Co-Host

November 25, 2020 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. We all have a circle of friends and associates.  As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in.  Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle.  We also talk about vetting our inner circle.   Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top podcast, American Snippets. https://barballenspeaks.com/  Support th...

#173 | Barbara Allen | Gold Star Wife & American Snippets Co-Host

November 25, 2020 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

We all have a circle of friends and associates.  As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in.  Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle.  We also talk about vetting our inner circle.   Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top podcast, American Snippets. https://barballenspeaks.com/  Support the show Make sure to check ...

Season 3 | Barbara Allen | Gold Star Wife & American Snippets Co-Host | Episode 3

November 25, 2020 02:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

We all have a circle of friends and associates.  As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in.  Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle.  We also talk about vetting our inner circle.   Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top podcast, American Snippets. https://barballenspeaks.com/  Head to bigtexordnance.com Support ...

Season 3 | WHAT IS A PARTICULATE MATTER? | PROTECTORS Short

November 22, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MB

In Part I talked about burn pits, burn pits are just one type of toxic exposure. In Part 2 we will be looking at an overview of Particulate Matter.  Particulate matter goes straight through our body’s natural layers of protection and straight into our systems…their micro size lets them travel deep, embedding then causing cancer or fibrosis (scaring of the lungs).   Toxic exposure did (does) not just effect the veteran & military community, but also deployed civilians, contractors,…anyone exp...

Season 3 | WHAT IS A BURN PIT? | PROTECTORS Short

November 22, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.35 MB

I know what a burn pit is. You probably know what a burn pit is. The public not associated with the military; do they know? As a whole, no. Will they take up our fight with us? I believe so. I believe if we show them. Tell them our stories. Break down exactly what is going on with us. After they get over the initial shock of what we have been exposed to. The toxins that have seeped into our skins and the fumes that invaded our lungs. The cancers. The tumors. The things that killed, or are ki...

Season 3 | Craig Henderson | Extractlabs | PROTECTORS Short

November 22, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MB

PROTECTORS SHORT:  What exactly is CBD (Cannabidiol)?  Will it cause you to fail a drug test?  How does it help with pain?  Where can I buy it?  We answer these questions in this video.   Craig Henderson of EXTRACTLABS  joined me to talk all things CBD.  Here is a snapshot of Craig's Protector background "Craig spent most of his childhood on a Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California. Immediately after finishing high school in Southern Indiana, Henderson entered into military service, serv...

#172 | Craig Henderson | Extractlabs | PROTECTORS Short

November 22, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.04 MB

PROTECTORS SHORT:  What exactly is CBD (Cannabidiol)?  Will it cause you to fail a drug test?  How does it help with pain?  Where can I buy it?  We answer these questions in this video.   Craig Henderson of EXTRACTLABS  joined me to talk all things CBD.  Here is a snapshot of Craig's Protector background "Craig spent most of his childhood on a Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California. Immediately after finishing high school in Southern Indiana, Henderson entered into military service, serv...

#172 | Craig Henderson | Extractlabs | PROTECTORS Short

November 22, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.04 MB

Send us a Text Message. PROTECTORS SHORT:  What exactly is CBD (Cannabidiol)?  Will it cause you to fail a drug test?  How does it help with pain?  Where can I buy it?  We answer these questions in this video.   Craig Henderson of EXTRACTLABS  joined me to talk all things CBD.  Here is a snapshot of Craig's Protector background "Craig spent most of his childhood on a Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California. Immediately after finishing high school in Southern Indiana, Henderson entered in...

Season 3 | Sean Matson | Matbock | Episode 2

November 13, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Sean Matson joined The Protector Life to talk about Matbock’s mission.  A mission to bring lighter and warrior ready gear from thought to production to those that need it.   Sean is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments, he co-founded Matbock a veteran-owned and operated company.   Matbock’s Mission Statement: Our mission is to design lighter and more practical equipment for every environment. Our personal experiences involving continued operations in multiple theaters have led to ou...

#171 | Sean Matson | Matbock

November 13, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Sean Matson joined The Protector Life to talk about Matbock’s mission.  A mission to bring lighter and warrior ready gear from thought to production to those that need it.   Sean is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments, he co-founded Matbock a veteran-owned and operated company.   Matbock’s Mission Statement: Our mission is to design lighter and more practical equipment for every environment. Our personal experiences involving continued operations in multipl...

#171 | Sean Matson | Matbock

November 13, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Sean Matson joined The Protector Life to talk about Matbock’s mission.  A mission to bring lighter and warrior ready gear from thought to production to those that need it.   Sean is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments, he co-founded Matbock a veteran-owned and operated company.   Matbock’s Mission Statement: Our mission is to design lighter and more practical equipment for every environment. Our personal experiences involving continued operations in multiple theaters have led to ou...

#170 | Brent Cooper | Green Beret Foundation

November 11, 2020 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MB

Send us a Text Message. Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation.  They have a mission.  A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are.  In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.   This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags.  Head here  https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear!  From flags to patches to hats, Combat Flags is where it is at! About the...

#170 | Brent Cooper | Green Beret Foundation

November 11, 2020 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MB

Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation.  They have a mission.  A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are.  In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.   This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags.  Head here  https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear!  From flags to patches to hats, Combat Flags is where it is at! About the Green Beret Foundation: ...

Season 3 | Brent Cooper | Green Beret Foundation | Episode 1

November 11, 2020 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation.  They have a mission.  A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are.  In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.   This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags.  Head here  https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear!  From flags to patches to hats, Combat Flags is where it is at! About the Green Beret Foundation: ...

Season 2 | Cheree Tham | America’s Warrior Partnership | (Episode 50)

November 11, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 9.85 MB

I spoke with Cheree Tham, Vice President of Programs and Initiatives for America’s Warrior Partnership tonight.  Her organization is seeking to help prevent future suicide and non-natural deaths among veterans.   They need data!   CALL TO ACTION |||| MISSION ROLL CALL makes a Veterans Day appeal for more families of vets who have taken their own lives to take part in study aimed at stopping veteran suicides. Combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, and Mission Roll Call Executive Director, G...

#169 | Cheree Tham | America’s Warrior Partnership

November 11, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MB

Send us a Text Message. I spoke with Cheree Tham, Vice President of Programs and Initiatives for America’s Warrior Partnership tonight.  Her organization is seeking to help prevent future suicide and non-natural deaths among veterans.   They need data!   CALL TO ACTION |||| MISSION ROLL CALL makes a Veterans Day appeal for more families of vets who have taken their own lives to take part in study aimed at stopping veteran suicides. Combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, and Mission Roll C...

Season 2 | John Nores | Hidden War| (Episode 49)

October 26, 2020 21:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

My good friend John Nores stopped by The Protectors to talk about his career on the line fighting the cartel (as documented in his incredible book, the HIDDEN WAR), starting a show post LEO career, and a ton of other topics. We talk about his venture into the knife world with the signature TGL Trail Blazer created with his input by V-Nives.  Yes, I did order one!!   Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

#168 | John Nores | Hidden War

October 26, 2020 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. My good friend John Nores stopped by The Protectors to talk about his career on the line fighting the cartel (as documented in his incredible book, the HIDDEN WAR), starting a show post LEO career, and a ton of other topics. We talk about his venture into the knife world with the signature TGL Trail Blazer created with his input by V-Nives.  Yes, I did order one!!   Support the Show. Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

#167 | Pranay Manghirmalani | Firefighter

October 13, 2020 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

What is it like to step into the inferno?  Pranay joined The Protectors to talk about his career, fighting wildfires, including the massive CAL Fires burning right now, and a ton of other topics. Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo Jason's book, UNWAVERING is out now!

#167 | Pranay Manghirmalani | Firefighter

October 13, 2020 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. What is it like to step into the inferno?  Pranay joined The Protectors to talk about his career, fighting wildfires, including the massive CAL Fires burning right now, and a ton of other topics. Support the Show. Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Season 2 | Pranay Manghirmalani | Firefighter | (Episode 48)

October 13, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

What is it like to step into the inferno?  Pranay joined The Protectors to talk about his career, fighting wildfires, including the massive CAL Fires burning right now, and a ton of other topics. Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

#165 | Brent Gleeson | Navy Seal | Author of EMBRACE THE SUCK

October 01, 2020 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Brent Gleeson joined The Protectors to discuss his new book, leadership in the time of COVID, and a ton of other topics. Brent also talks about his book EMBRACE THE SUCK and adapting to change.  About Brent: Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran with multiple tours to Iraq and Africa and other theaters of war. Upon leaving SEAL Team 5,B rent turned his discipline and battlefield lessons to the world of business and has become an accomplished entrepreneur, best...

Season 2 | Brent Gleeson | Navy Seal | Author of EMBRACE THE SUCK| (Episode 47)

October 01, 2020 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Brent Gleeson joined The Protectors to discuss his new book, leadership in the time of COVID, and a ton of other topics. Brent also talks about his book EMBRACE THE SUCK and adapting to change.  About Brent: Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran with multiple tours to Iraq and Africa and other theaters of war. Upon leaving SEAL Team 5,B rent turned his discipline and battlefield lessons to the world of business and has become an accomplished entrepreneur, bestselling author and acclai...

Season 2 | Dan Goldenberg | Executive Director | Call of Duty Endowment| (Episode 46)

September 21, 2020 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

Dan Goldenberg, Executive Director of the Call of Duty Endowment, stopped by The Protectors to talk about the incredible work they are doing that has helped over 70,000 veterans gain meaningful employment, the creation of the COD Endowment by Activision Blizzard CEO, Bobby Kotick, keeping the focus of hiring veterans “narrow & deep”, and tons of other topics.  Dan also talks about COD teaming up with Medal of Honor recipient Florent Groberg for COD: Modern Warfare.   Big shout out to Tu Lam ...

#164 | Dan Goldenberg | Executive Director | Call of Duty Endowment

September 21, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Send us a Text Message. Dan Goldenberg, Executive Director of the Call of Duty Endowment, stopped by The Protectors to talk about the incredible work they are doing that has helped over 70,000 veterans gain meaningful employment, the creation of the COD Endowment by Activision Blizzard CEO, Bobby Kotick, keeping the focus of hiring veterans “narrow & deep”, and tons of other topics.  Dan also talks about COD teaming up with Medal of Honor recipient Florent Groberg for COD: Modern Warfare.  ...

Season 2 | Kyle Mills | Author | Total Power a Mitch Rapp Novel | (Episode 45)

September 16, 2020 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Kyle Mills joined The Protectors to talk about his new book TOTAL POWER, where he would go if the power went out, his writing process in the time of COVID, and growing up in an FBI family.  About Kyle: Kyle Mills is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty books, including the latest in Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp series, Total Power. Growing up in Oregon, Washington, DC, and London as a the son of an FBI agent, Kyle absorbed an enormous amount about the intelligence community, givin...

#163 | Kyle Mills | Author | Total Power a Mitch Rapp Novel

September 16, 2020 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Kyle Mills joined The Protectors to talk about his new book TOTAL POWER, where he would go if the power went out, his writing process in the time of COVID, and growing up in an FBI family.  About Kyle: Kyle Mills is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty books, including the latest in Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp series, Total Power. Growing up in Oregon, Washington, DC, and London as a the son of an FBI agent, Kyle absorbed an enormous amount about the inte...

#162 | Jason McCarthy | GORUCK | Green Beret | Author

September 14, 2020 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. Jason McCarthy, former Green Beret, and founder of GORUCK joined The Protectors to discuss starting GORUCK, his upcoming book HOW NOT TO START A BACKPACK COMPANY, and tons of other great topics.  Support the Show. Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

#162 | Jason McCarthy | GORUCK | Green Beret | Author

September 14, 2020 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

Jason McCarthy, former Green Beret, and founder of GORUCK joined The Protectors to discuss starting GORUCK, his upcoming book HOW NOT TO START A BACKPACK COMPANY, and tons of other great topics.  Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo Jason's book, UNWAVERING is out now!

Season 2 | Jason McCarthy | GORUCK | Green Beret | Author (Episode 44)

September 14, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Jason McCarthy, former Green Beret, and founder of GORUCK joined The Protectors to discuss starting GORUCK, his upcoming book HOW NOT TO START A BACKPACK COMPANY, and tons of other great topics.  Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

Season 2 | Sean Parnell | Author | Veteran | (Episode 43)

September 10, 2020 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Sean Parnell joined The Protectors to discuss the premiere of his new book, ONE TRUE PATRIOT.  We also discuss his deployment to Afghanistan (as documented in his book OUTLAW PLATOON). The affect 9/11 had on his service, writing books, location development, and tons more.  Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

#161 | Sean Parnell | Author | Veteran

September 10, 2020 21:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Sean Parnell joined The Protectors to discuss the premiere of his new book, ONE TRUE PATRIOT.  We also discuss his deployment to Afghanistan (as documented in his book OUTLAW PLATOON). The affect 9/11 had on his service, writing books, location development, and tons more.  Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo Jason's book, UNWAVERING is out now!

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