The Protectors® Podcast
1,053 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsWelcome 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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#253 | Jeff Morris | Combat Veteran | Author of LEGION RISING
September 11, 2021 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Jeff Morris, former U.S. Army Infantry Officer and author of LEGION RISING, joined The Protectors to talk about his book, transition, and a ton of other topics. The Book: LEGION RISING. Not everyone has pulled shards of another man's skull from the palm of their hand. Not everyone has stood over the bodies of friends whose lives were lost in an instant. Not everyone has struggled to face their own reflection for years on end. But anyone who has experienced trauma...
#252 | Andrew | Police | Founder of Stand Watch Knives
September 10, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBEveryday Protector Andrew Another great chat with an everyday protector, those on the line right now, working on that thin line. Andrew joined me to talk about police life and importance of training. Andrew also talks about using his creative outlet of designing and making custom knives to destress. @hard_head_veterans @standwatchknives Hard Head Veterans offers a $15 discount, use code: protector This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. Why did I team up with HHV? Well, as m...
EVERYDAY PROTECTOR | Andrew | Police | Founder of Stand Watch Knives
September 10, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBEveryday Protector Andrew Another great chat with an everyday protector, those on the line right now, working on that thin line. Andrew joined me to talk about police life and importance of training. Andrew also talks about using his creative outlet of designing and making custom knives to destress. @hard_head_veterans @standwatchknives Hard Head Veterans offers a $15 discount, use code: protector This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. Why did I team up with HHV? Well, as m...
Season 3 | Toby Harnden Part 2 | Live Book Discussion | (Episode 77)
September 09, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBExcerpt “By December 2001, ten CIA teams—including Team Alpha and totaling a few dozen CIA officers—had secured victory across Afghanistan. Fighting alongside them was Special Forces troops operating symbiotically with US airpower. Among those troops was a unit from Britain’s Special Boat Service (SBS), operating in the tradition of their country’s Special Operations Executive (SOE), which inspired the OSS. Jettisoning a directive that restricted their ability to fight, the SBS headed toward...
#251 | Toby Harnden Part 2 | Live Book Discussion
September 09, 2021 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Excerpt “By December 2001, ten CIA teams—including Team Alpha and totaling a few dozen CIA officers—had secured victory across Afghanistan. Fighting alongside them was Special Forces troops operating symbiotically with US airpower. Among those troops was a unit from Britain’s Special Boat Service (SBS), operating in the tradition of their country’s Special Operations Executive (SOE), which inspired the OSS. Jettisoning a directive that restricted their ability to fig...
Season 3 | Andrews & Wilson | Veterans | Authors of Dark Intercept (Episode 76)
September 07, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this interview, my good friends Brian Andrews & Jeff Wilson stopped by to talk about their new book DARK INTERCEPT, how they take a break from writing, what weapons to use in a zombie apocalypse and a bunch more. ALSO…..BIG NEWS! Dark Intercept optioned for TV! About the Book: When dark forces rise, are faith and firepower enough? On the eve of his medical retirement, Navy SEAL Jedidiah Johnson receives a frantic call from his estranged childhood best friend David Yarnell. David’s d...
#250 | Andrews & Wilson | Veterans | Authors of Dark Intercept
September 07, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBSend us a Text Message. In this interview, my good friends Brian Andrews & Jeff Wilson stopped by to talk about their new book DARK INTERCEPT, how they take a break from writing, what weapons to use in a zombie apocalypse and a bunch more. ALSO…..BIG NEWS! Dark Intercept optioned for TV! About the Book: When dark forces rise, are faith and firepower enough? On the eve of his medical retirement, Navy SEAL Jedidiah Johnson receives a frantic call from his estranged childhood best friend...
#250 | Andrews & Wilson | Veterans | Authors of Dark Intercept
September 07, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this interview, my good friends Brian Andrews & Jeff Wilson stopped by to talk about their new book DARK INTERCEPT, how they take a break from writing, what weapons to use in a zombie apocalypse and a bunch more. ALSO…..BIG NEWS! Dark Intercept optioned for TV! About the Book: When dark forces rise, are faith and firepower enough? On the eve of his medical retirement, Navy SEAL Jedidiah Johnson receives a frantic call from his estranged childhood best friend David Yarnell. David’s d...
Season 3 | Max Martini, Chris Margetis, & Mike Carey | Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre | (Episode 75)
September 06, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBA really fun interview with @realmikecarey @maxmartinila and @cmargetis talking about the MANSON BROTHERS MIDNIGHT ZOMBIE MASSACRE! I love talking Zombies!!! Make sure to subscribe to The Protectors podcast (search The Protectors on your favorite platform) and YouTube (The Protector Show)! Get prepared for the Zombie movie of the year this Friday September 10th!! It’s cool they had a ton of Vets working in front of and behind the scenes. Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https:/...
#249 | Max Martini, Chris Margetis, & Mike Carey | Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre
September 06, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBSend us a Text Message. A really fun interview with @realmikecarey @maxmartinila and @cmargetis talking about the MANSON BROTHERS MIDNIGHT ZOMBIE MASSACRE! I love talking Zombies!!! Make sure to subscribe to The Protectors podcast (search The Protectors on your favorite platform) and YouTube (The Protector Show)! Get prepared for the Zombie movie of the year this Friday September 10th!! It’s cool they had a ton of Vets working in front of and behind the scenes. Support the Show. Make sur...
#249 | Max Martini, Chris Margetis, & Mike Carey | Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre
September 06, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBA really fun interview with @realmikecarey @maxmartinila and @cmargetis talking about the MANSON BROTHERS MIDNIGHT ZOMBIE MASSACRE! I love talking Zombies!!! Make sure to subscribe to The Protectors podcast (search The Protectors on your favorite platform) and YouTube (The Protector Show)! Get prepared for the Zombie movie of the year this Friday September 10th!! It’s cool they had a ton of Vets working in front of and behind the scenes. Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @...
Season 3 | Toby Harnden | Author of FIRST CASUALTY THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11 | (Episode 74)
September 04, 2021 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBI recently talked to Toby Harnden, FIRST CASUALTY: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11. Toby’s in-depth account quickly became a must-read for me. We must revisit history to know what the future may hold, and this book does that; it tells you what those first weeks in combat were like with an enemy we may see again. Excerpt “By December 2001, ten CIA teams—including Team Alpha and totalling a few dozen CIA officers—had secured victory across Afghanistan. Fighting alongsid...
#248 | Toby Harnden | Author of FIRST CASUALTY THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11
September 04, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBSend us a Text Message. I recently talked to Toby Harnden, FIRST CASUALTY: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11. Toby’s in-depth account quickly became a must-read for me. We must revisit history to know what the future may hold, and this book does that; it tells you what those first weeks in combat were like with an enemy we may see again. Excerpt “By December 2001, ten CIA teams—including Team Alpha and totalling a few dozen CIA officers—had secured victory across Afgha...
#248 | Toby Harnden | Author of FIRST CASUALTY THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11
September 04, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBI recently talked to Toby Harnden, FIRST CASUALTY: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE CIA MISSION TO AVENGE 9/11. Toby’s in-depth account quickly became a must-read for me. We must revisit history to know what the future may hold, and this book does that; it tells you what those first weeks in combat were like with an enemy we may see again. Excerpt “By December 2001, ten CIA teams—including Team Alpha and totalling a few dozen CIA officers—had secured victory across Afghanistan. Fighting alongsid...
Season 3 | LTC. (Ret) Scott Mann | AFG Rescue Op | Elegy of a Green Beret | (Episode 73)
August 29, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBRetired LTC. Scott Mann joined the show to talk about the current state of Afghanistan and his play ‘Last Out: An Elegy of a Green Beret’. We recorded this episode on the 24th, I didn’t realize Scott was planning while we were talking. About: Scott Mann spent 23 years in the United States Army, 18 of that as a Green Beret, where he specialized in unconventional, high-impact missions all over the world including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, Iraq and Afghanistan. #operationpineapplee...
#247 | LTC. (Ret) Scott Mann | AFG Rescue Op | Elegy of a Green Beret
August 29, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Retired LTC. Scott Mann joined the show to talk about the current state of Afghanistan and his play ‘Last Out: An Elegy of a Green Beret’. We recorded this episode on the 24th, I didn’t realize Scott was planning while we were talking. About: Scott Mann spent 23 years in the United States Army, 18 of that as a Green Beret, where he specialized in unconventional, high-impact missions all over the world including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, Iraq and Afghanist...
#247 | LTC. (Ret) Scott Mann | AFG Rescue Op | Elegy of a Green Beret
August 29, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBRetired LTC. Scott Mann joined the show to talk about the current state of Afghanistan and his play ‘Last Out: An Elegy of a Green Beret’. We recorded this episode on the 24th, I didn’t realize Scott was planning while we were talking. About: Scott Mann spent 23 years in the United States Army, 18 of that as a Green Beret, where he specialized in unconventional, high-impact missions all over the world including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, Iraq and Afghanistan. #operationpineapplee...
Season 3 | Todd Fox | Marine Veteran | Security Expert | (Episode 72)
August 26, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBTodd Fox joins the show to talk about being a protector in today's age. Look for our interview on YouTube (search The Protector Show) and all major podcast platforms. @tourtraining Todd is a veteran U.S. Marine, former LEO, and security professional. Head to bigtexordnance.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)
#246 | Todd Fox | Marine Veteran | Security Expert
August 26, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Todd Fox joins the show to talk about being a protector in today's age. Look for our interview on YouTube (search The Protector Show) and all major podcast platforms. @tourtraining Todd is a veteran U.S. Marine, former LEO, and security professional. Support the Show. Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
#246 | Todd Fox | Marine Veteran | Security Expert
August 26, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBTodd Fox joins the show to talk about being a protector in today's age. Look for our interview on YouTube (search The Protector Show) and all major podcast platforms. @tourtraining Todd is a veteran U.S. Marine, former LEO, and security professional. Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo Jason's book, UNWAVERING is out now!
Season 3 | Brad Taylor | Best-Seller & Former Delta Force | LIVE Discussion | (Episode 71)
August 25, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBBrad Taylor joined a live discussion to talk about his books and the situation in Afghanistan. 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 Lieutenant Colonel. During that time he held numerous Infantry and Special Forces positions, including eight years in 1st Spec...
#245 | Brad Taylor | Best-Seller & Former Delta Force | LIVE Discussion
August 25, 2021 23:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Brad Taylor joined a live discussion to talk about his books and the situation in Afghanistan. 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 Lieutenant Colonel. During that time he held numerous Infantry and Special Forces positions, includin...
#245 | Brad Taylor | Best-Seller & Former Delta Force | LIVE Discussion
August 25, 2021 23:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBBrad Taylor joined a live discussion to talk about his books and the situation in Afghanistan. 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 Lieutenant Colonel. During that time he held numerous Infantry and Special Forces positions, including eight years in 1st Spec...
Season 3 | Brad Thomas | Silence & Light | Musician | (Episode 70)
August 22, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBBrad Thomas joined The Protectors to talk about music and music and more music. Brad is part of SILENCE & LIGHT. Describing the band’s music….from Foo Fighters to Alice and Chains to 80’s hard rock to a unique sound that doesn’t fit in those categories. SILENCE & LIGHT is unique….why? Because no other band has the background of theirs. Check out the full video on YouTube (search The Protector Show) About the band: Formed in May of 2017 in New York City, Silence & Light draws from th...
#244 | Brad Thomas | Silence & Light | Musician
August 22, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Brad Thomas joined The Protectors to talk about music and music and more music. Brad is part of SILENCE & LIGHT. Describing the band’s music….from Foo Fighters to Alice and Chains to 80’s hard rock to a unique sound that doesn’t fit in those categories. SILENCE & LIGHT is unique….why? Because no other band has the background of theirs. Check out the full video on YouTube (search The Protector Show) About the band: Formed in May of 2017 in New York City, Sile...
#244 | Brad Thomas | Silence & Light | Musician
August 22, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBBrad Thomas joined The Protectors to talk about music and music and more music. Brad is part of SILENCE & LIGHT. Describing the band’s music….from Foo Fighters to Alice and Chains to 80’s hard rock to a unique sound that doesn’t fit in those categories. SILENCE & LIGHT is unique….why? Because no other band has the background of theirs. Check out the full video on YouTube (search The Protector Show) About the band: Formed in May of 2017 in New York City, Silence & Light draws from th...
EVERYDAY PROTECTOR | Matt Thomas | Chief Deputy | Pinal County
August 16, 2021 01:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBMatt Thomas, Chief Deputy to Sheriff Lamb, joined The Protectors to talk about his time on the job, the importance of training, the changing culture of policing, and a ton of other topics. Make sure to tune in to your favorite podcast platform (search Protectors with Jason Piccolo). @deputy_onetime This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. Why did I team up with HHV? Well, as my friend would say, your body is holding up a soft-boiled egg, not a lot of protection from falls or b...
#243 | Matt Thomas | Chief Deputy | Pinal County
August 16, 2021 01:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Matt Thomas, Chief Deputy to Sheriff Lamb, joined The Protectors to talk about his time on the job, the importance of training, the changing culture of policing, and a ton of other topics. Make sure to tune in to your favorite podcast platform (search Protectors with Jason Piccolo). @deputy_onetime This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. Why did I team up with HHV? Well, as my friend would say, your body is holding up a soft-boiled egg, not a lot of pr...
Season 3 | Taylor Moore | Author of Down Range | Former CIA | (Episode 69)
August 13, 2021 21:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBTaylor Moore joins the Protectors Book Club to talk about his debut novel DOWN RANGE. About the author: Taylor Moore is a sixth-generation Texan who grew up on a farm and ranch northwest of Houston. He is a former CIA Intelligence Officer who worked in both analysis and operations. He later consulted for the Department of Defense in Theater Security Cooperation, Force Protection, and Counter-Illicit Trafficking. He now lives in the Texas Panhandle with his wife and two children, where ...
#242 | Taylor Moore | Author of Down Range | Former CIA
August 13, 2021 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Taylor Moore joins the Protectors Book Club to talk about his debut novel DOWN RANGE. About the author: Taylor Moore is a sixth-generation Texan who grew up on a farm and ranch northwest of Houston. He is a former CIA Intelligence Officer who worked in both analysis and operations. He later consulted for the Department of Defense in Theater Security Cooperation, Force Protection, and Counter-Illicit Trafficking. He now lives in the Texas Panhandle with his wife...
#242 | Taylor Moore | Author of Down Range | Former CIA
August 13, 2021 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBTaylor Moore joins the Protectors Book Club to talk about his debut novel DOWN RANGE. About the author: Taylor Moore is a sixth-generation Texan who grew up on a farm and ranch northwest of Houston. He is a former CIA Intelligence Officer who worked in both analysis and operations. He later consulted for the Department of Defense in Theater Security Cooperation, Force Protection, and Counter-Illicit Trafficking. He now lives in the Texas Panhandle with his wife and two children, where ...
#241 | Knocko Nolan | LAPD | NYPD
August 09, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MBSend us a Text Message. Everyday Protector. Knocko Nolan. A snapshot of Knocko’s life on the street with NYPD & LAPD. A look into his everyday gear and the importance of protecting his brain containment module (i.e. his noggin). The goal of the ‘Everyday Protector’ series is to provide a view of those working the streets, protecting their house, responding to emergencies….the everyday protectors amongst us. This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. From the HHV Site: ...
#241 | Knocko Nolan | LAPD | NYPD
August 09, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MBEveryday Protector. Knocko Nolan. A snapshot of Knocko’s life on the street with NYPD & LAPD. A look into his everyday gear and the importance of protecting his brain containment module (i.e. his noggin). The goal of the ‘Everyday Protector’ series is to provide a view of those working the streets, protecting their house, responding to emergencies….the everyday protectors amongst us. This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. From the HHV Site: Tactical Helmets Are What...
EVERYDAY PROTECTOR | Knocko Nolan | LAPD | NYPD
August 09, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.07 MBEveryday Protector. Knocko Nolan. A snapshot of Knocko’s life on the street with NYPD & LAPD. A look into his everyday gear and the importance of protecting his brain containment module (i.e. his noggin). The goal of the ‘Everyday Protector’ series is to provide a view of those working the streets, protecting their house, responding to emergencies….the everyday protectors amongst us. This series is a partnership with Hard Head Veterans. From the HHV Site: Tactical Helmets Are What...
Season 3 | Nathan Nelson | Combat Veteran | Discusses WILD RESPONSE | (Episode 68)
August 06, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBNathan Nelson joined The Protectors to talk about his recent trip to Africa, couples therapy for combat veterans, and his involvement with Wild Response. About: Capt.(Ret) Nathan Nelson served as the Director of Intelligence, 22d Special Tactics Squadron when he was catastrophically injured by enemy fire on his third deployment to Afghanistan. Despite being left a quadriplegic, Nathan continues to work in the defense and veteran communities, while enjoying time with his family. He is curr...
#240 | Nathan Nelson | Combat Veteran | Discusses WILD RESPONSE
August 06, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Nathan Nelson joined The Protectors to talk about his recent trip to Africa, couples therapy for combat veterans, and his involvement with Wild Response. About: Capt.(Ret) Nathan Nelson served as the Director of Intelligence, 22d Special Tactics Squadron when he was catastrophically injured by enemy fire on his third deployment to Afghanistan. Despite being left a quadriplegic, Nathan continues to work in the defense and veteran communities, while enjoying time wi...
#240 | Nathan Nelson | Combat Veteran | Discusses WILD RESPONSE
August 06, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBNathan Nelson joined The Protectors to talk about his recent trip to Africa, couples therapy for combat veterans, and his involvement with Wild Response. About: Capt.(Ret) Nathan Nelson served as the Director of Intelligence, 22d Special Tactics Squadron when he was catastrophically injured by enemy fire on his third deployment to Afghanistan. Despite being left a quadriplegic, Nathan continues to work in the defense and veteran communities, while enjoying time with his family. He is curr...
#239 |Claudia King | Survivor | Host of the Strong Enough Podcast
July 24, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Claudia King joined The Protectors to talk about podcasting, relationships, and a ton of other topics. Claudia talks about her own personal experience with domestic violence. Thank you, Claudia, for being open about your life. Claudia hosts the up-and-coming podcast called STRONG ENOUGH PODCAST streaming now on all major platforms. About STONG ENOUGH: Let's talk relationships: the good, the bad, and all the ugly that we'd rather avoid. From healthy relationshi...
#239 |Claudia King | Survivor | Host of the Strong Enough Podcast
July 24, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBClaudia King joined The Protectors to talk about podcasting, relationships, and a ton of other topics. Claudia talks about her own personal experience with domestic violence. Thank you, Claudia, for being open about your life. Claudia hosts the up-and-coming podcast called STRONG ENOUGH PODCAST streaming now on all major platforms. About STONG ENOUGH: Let's talk relationships: the good, the bad, and all the ugly that we'd rather avoid. From healthy relationships to red flags to what t...
Season 3 |Claudia King | Survivor | Host of the Strong Enough Podcast | (Episode 67)
July 24, 2021 22:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBClaudia King joined The Protectors to talk about podcasting, relationships, and a ton of other topics. Claudia talks about her own personal experience with domestic violence. Thank you, Claudia, for being open about your life. Claudia hosts the up-and-coming podcast called STRONG ENOUGH PODCAST streaming now on all major platforms. About STONG ENOUGH: Let's talk relationships: the good, the bad, and all the ugly that we'd rather avoid. From healthy relationships to red flags to what t...
#238 | McKenna Geer | Athlete | Paralympian | Road to Tokyo
July 22, 2021 22:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBSend us a Text Message. McKenna Geer stopped by The Protectors to talk about her journey to the Paralympic games not only this summer, but Rio 2016. We also talk about what the day in the life of an athlete is like, shooting sports, the incredible accuracy needed to hit the target (like splitting hairs!!), and a ton more. About McKenna: She is an American Paralympic sports shooter. She became the first female sports shooter to win a medal in shooting at the 2016 Summer Paralympics and a...
Season 3 | McKenna Geer | Athlete | Paralympian | Road to Tokyo | (Episode 66)
July 22, 2021 22:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBMcKenna Geer stopped by The Protectors to talk about her journey to the Paralympic games not only this summer, but Rio 2016. We also talk about what the day in the life of an athlete is like, shooting sports, the incredible accuracy needed to hit the target (like splitting hairs!!), and a ton more. About McKenna: She is an American Paralympic sports shooter. She became the first female sports shooter to win a medal in shooting at the 2016 Summer Paralympics and also won two medals in the...
#237 | Paul Letersky | Author | Former Special Agent
July 20, 2021 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Paul Letersky joined The Protectors to talk about his book THE DIRECTOR: My Years Assisting J. Edgar Hoover. We also go into what a day in the life of J. Edgar Hoover was like. The Book: Since Hoover’s death half a century ago, millions of words have been written about the man and hundreds of hours of TV dramas. But until now, there has been virtually no account from someone who, for a period of years, spent hours with the Director on a daily basis. Paul Letersk...
Season 3 | Paul Letersky | Author | Former Special Agent | (Episode 65)
July 20, 2021 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBPaul Letersky joined The Protectors to talk about his book THE DIRECTOR: My Years Assisting J. Edgar Hoover. We also go into what a day in the life of J. Edgar Hoover was like. The Book: Since Hoover’s death half a century ago, millions of words have been written about the man and hundreds of hours of TV dramas. But until now, there has been virtually no account from someone who, for a period of years, spent hours with the Director on a daily basis. Paul Letersky began working for Direc...
#236 | Fred Burton | NYT Best-Selling Author | LIVE Discussion
July 16, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Fred Burton, New-York Times Best-Selling Author and former counterterrorism agent, joined a special episode of The Protectors Book Club. We were joined by Brian Andrews (co-author of the Tier One Series) and B.C. Sanders a detective on the east coast. From Fred's site: Fred Burton is a former police officer, special agent and New York Times best-selling author. He's served on the front lines of high-profile investigations like the hunt for and arrest of Ramzi ...
#236 | Fred Burton | NYT Best-Selling Author | LIVE Discussion
July 16, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBFred Burton, New-York Times Best-Selling Author and former counterterrorism agent, joined a special episode of The Protectors Book Club. We were joined by Brian Andrews (co-author of the Tier One Series) and B.C. Sanders a detective on the east coast. From Fred's site: Fred Burton is a former police officer, special agent and New York Times best-selling author. He's served on the front lines of high-profile investigations like the hunt for and arrest of Ramzi Yousef, the mastermind be...
Season 3 | Fred Burton | NYT Best-Selling Author | LIVE Discussion | (Episode 64)
July 16, 2021 23:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBFred Burton, New-York Times Best-Selling Author and former counterterrorism agent, joined a special episode of The Protectors Book Club. We were joined by Brian Andrews (co-author of the Tier One Series) and B.C. Sanders a detective on the east coast. From Fred's site: Fred Burton is a former police officer, special agent and New York Times best-selling author. He's served on the front lines of high-profile investigations like the hunt for and arrest of Ramzi Yousef, the mastermind be...
#235 | Weekly Live | Discussing Simulation Theory | With Special Guests
July 13, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Simulation Theory? What the heck is that. Listening to Joe Rogan and Elon Musk talk about it sounds like the theory that we are living in a simulation, has been around a while. We had a fun chat about it. Listen to me, Carla, Austin, and Rob talk about it. Do you believe in SIMULATION THEORY? “If you assume any rate of improvement at all, games will eventually be indistinguishable from reality,” Musk said before concluding, “We’re most likely in a simulation.”...
Season 3 | Weekly Live | Discussing Simulation Theory | With Special Guests | (Episode 63)
July 13, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBSimulation Theory? What the heck is that. Listening to Joe Rogan and Elon Musk talk about it sounds like the theory that we are living in a simulation, has been around a while. We had a fun chat about it. Listen to me, Carla, Austin, and Rob talk about it. Do you believe in SIMULATION THEORY? “If you assume any rate of improvement at all, games will eventually be indistinguishable from reality,” Musk said before concluding, “We’re most likely in a simulation.” Head to bigtexordnan...
#234 | Marc Cameron | NYT Best-Selling Author | Former U.S. Marshal
July 13, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBSend us a Text Message. Marc Cameron joined The Protectors to talk about his new book BONE RATTLE, his time as a U.S. Marshal, his time in Alaska, character development, and a ton of other topics. MARC: A retired Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal, Marc Cameron spent nearly thirty years in law enforcement. His assignments have taken him from Alaska to Manhattan, Canada to Mexico and dozens of points in between. He holds a second degree black belt in Jujitsu and is a certified scuba diver and man-...