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Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann is a former U.S. Army Special Forces soldier with multiple tours in Afghanistan. He is the founder of Rooftop Leadership and the author of the instant New York Times Best-Seller OPERATION PINEAPPLE EXPRESS, which chronicles the heroic efforts of veterans and volunteers during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. His latest book, NOBODY IS COMING TO SAVE YOU, is avail...

Mike Howard is a former CIA clandestine services operative with over two decades of experience in counterterrorism, operating extensively in Asia and Africa. After leaving the Agency, he spent 16 years as the Chief Security Officer for Microsoft. Now, he shares his insights on leadership, security, and strategy through his RONIN LEADERSHIP podcast and blog. He is also the author of multiple books,...

Master Chief (SEAL) Rick Kaiser (Ret.) is a decorated Navy SEAL Sniper and Silver Star recipient for his actions during the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu - Black Hawk Down. He is the author of Frogman Stories and currently serves as the as CEO of the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum.  FOLLOW RICK: navysealmuseum.org navysealmuseumsd.org Instagram: @navyudtsealmuseum Facebook: @NavySEALMuseum LinkedIn: The...

Dr. Dick Thompson is a MACV-SOG U.S. Army Special Forces Vietnam War veteran.  Following 21 years of military service, he founded High Performing Systems, applying his combat-tested principles to help organizations and leaders perform at their best.  He is the author of SOG CODENAME DYNAMITE BOOK 1, SOG CODENAME DYNAMITE BOOK 2, and THE STRESS EFFECT. FOLLOW DICK Instagram - @hps_ceo  Facebook - @...

The January Books of the Month are from THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE trilogy by David Morrell.   THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE trilogy by David Morrell is a masterful blend of action, espionage, and deep personal stakes. Spanning decades and continents, the trilogy begins with THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE, where two orphans raised as assassins confront devastating betrayal. THE FRATERNITY OF THE STONE...

Clay Travis is a lawyer-turned-media-entrepreneur and co-host of THE CLAY TRAVIS AND BUCK SEXTON SHOW, a flagship program in talk radio. As the founder of OutKick, Clay blends sports, politics, and cultural commentary into a platform that challenges conventional narratives. With bestselling books and a fearless approach to controversial issues, Clay has become a trusted voice for audiences seeking...

David Zaritsky is the founder of The Bond Experience, a platform created by James Bond fans for James Bond fans. Focused on the lifestyle, clothing, locations and camaraderie inspired by the iconic franchise, The Bond Experience bridges the gap between branding, product placement, and authentic fan engagement. Through videos, reviews, events, and discussions, David has cultivated a global communit...

John Doolittle is Jack’s BUD/S Class Officer in Charge and a retired Navy SEAL Captain with over 25 years of service, including leading elite teams in deployments across the globe and spearheading the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program at SOCOM. He swam the English Channel in memory of a fallen teammate, raising funds for the Navy SEAL Foundation, and continues to support the com...

Peter Berg is a celebrated director, producer, writer, and actor known for his compelling storytelling in projects like Friday Night Lights, The Kingdom, Lone Survivor, Patriots Day, Deepwater Horizon, and Mile 22. His work spans critically acclaimed films, Emmy-nominated television, and memorable acting roles in features and shows including Chicago Hope and Ballers. Berg’s latest endeavor, the Ne...

Mike Rowe is an Emmy award-winning TV host, producer, narrator, podcaster, spokesman, bestselling author, and advocate for the skilled trades. As the creator and host of DIRTY JOBS, he explored over 350 vocations across all 50 states, celebrating the grit and ingenuity of the American workforce. Beyond television, Mike is the founder and CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, which has awarded nearl...

The Jack Carr Book Club December Book of the Month is THE SHADOW OF WAR, a book that explores a pivotal moment in history through the masterful storytelling of Jeff Shaara.   In The Shadow of War, Shaara brings to life the intense and complex lead-up to the Cuban Missile Crisis. From the Russian engineers racing against time to construct missile facilities in Cuba, to the U.S. Navy commanders enfo...

Michael Reagan, son of President Ronald Reagan and actress Jane Wyman, is a political commentator, bestselling author, public speaker and radio talk show host. He currently serves as president of the Reagan Legacy Foundation. He has published several books including ON THE OUTSIDE LOOKING IN, an autobiography, and TWICE ADOPTED, a personal story about his experience with adoption. Follow Michael R...

Kirk Lippold is a retired U.S. Navy Commander. Kirk was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole on October 12, 2000, when the ship was attacked in the port of Aden, Yemen, resulting in the tragic loss of 17 American sailors. The attack and the heroic actions of the crew are detailed in Kirk’s book, Front Burner: Al-Qaeda’s Attack on the USS Cole. To learn more about Kirk, follow him on X @KirkLippo...

James Stavridis is a retired U.S. Navy Admiral and New York Times bestselling author. From 2006 to 2009 Admiral Stavridis served as Commander U.S. Southern Command, and from 2009 to 2013 he served as Supreme Allied Commander NATO, overseeing global operations in Afghanistan, Libya, the Balkans and Syria. Following his time in the military he served as the Dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Dip...

The November Book of the Month is FAT LEONARD by Craig Whitlock. Fat Leonard is the gripping account of one of the most explosive corruption scandals in American history. This is the story of how Leonard Glenn Francis, a charismatic Malaysian defense contractor, orchestrated a massive scheme of bribery, fraud, and espionage that targeted the U.S. Navy, cost American taxpayers tens of millions of d...

Dr. Matthew Levitt is a subject matter expert on Middle Eastern terrorism and has published extensively on Hezbollah and Hamas. He is an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and the Director of the Reinhard Program on Counterterrorism and Intelligence at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. He previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the...

Buck Sexton is a former CIA officer, political commentator, and co-host of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show, a nationally syndicated talk radio program that airs on over 400 stations across the United States.  To learn more about Buck, follow him on Instagram, X, and Facebook @bucksexton SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/targeted-beirut/ Bravo Compa...

In this episode of Danger Close, Jack is honored to sit down with a man who has not only touched lives through the screen but has been a tireless advocate for our nation’s veterans and their families - Gary Sinise. Known to many for his portrayal of Lt. Dan in the film Forest Gump, Gary’s connection to the veteran community is far more than a role. For over 40 years, he has stood side by side with...

Sean Glass is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, combat veteran, leadership instructor with Echelon Front, and CEO of Primal Beef Company. Sean spent 13 years in the SEAL Teams with deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Africa. He led five SEAL platoons in Iraq against Islamic State forces where he experienced the power of leadership on the battlefield. Sean returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in...

Kurt Schlichter is a lawyer, author, and retired Army Colonel. He served for 28 years in the Army and today is a weekly senior columnist for Townhall Media. He is also a TV commentator and the author of numerous books including the Kelly Turnbull series. His latest novel, THE ATTACK, is available now. After college, Kurt joined the United States Army and received his commission as a second lieuten...

The October Book of the Month is THE CHAMBER, written by Will Dean. Six experienced saturation divers are locked inside a hyperbaric chamber. Calm and professional, they know that rapid decompression would be fatal and so they work in shifts, breathing helium, and surviving in hot, close quarters. Then one of them is found dead in his bunk. Will Dean grew up in the East Midlands of the United King...

Congressman Mike Waltz represents Florida’s 6th Congressional district. A true warrior diplomat, he is the first Green Beret elected to Congress • He is a combat-decorated Army Special Forces Officer and served as a White House and Pentagon policy advisor between combat deployments to Afghanistan. • Congressman Waltz attended the Virginia Military Institute and served more than two decades in the...

Pete Hegseth is the FOX News Channel co-host of FOX & Friends Weekend, a FOX Nation host, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and U.S. Army combat veteran with service in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Guantanamo Bay. Beyond broadcasting, Pete has hosted multiple Fox Nation specials including Modern Warriors and The MisEducation of America. He also spearheaded the FOX Nation Patriot Awards. Previously...

Haviv Rettig Gur is a veteran Israeli journalist and the Senior Analyst at The Times of Israel. Since 2005, he has reported on Israel's politics, foreign policy, education system, and its relationship with the Jewish diaspora, with coverage spanning over 20 countries. A former combat medic in the 50th Battalion of the IDF's airborne infantry, Haviv brings a deep understanding of the complexities f...

Trey Yingst is an American journalist based in Jerusalem, Israel serving as the chief foreign correspondent for Fox News. Yingst has reported from the Gaza Strip and war zones around the world. On October 7, 2023, Yingst reported on the Hamas attack on Israel. He covered the Kfar Aza massacre, embedded with the IDF in Gaza, and reported on the tunnel system under Gaza, earning praise for his calm...