Battleline Podcast

Can you believe we are into the second quarter of 2025? Mind blown. We had some incredible guests so far this year, so here's a special Best Of spotlighting a few of them.   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod   For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com     For 15% off your first purchase with Ned go to...

Kegan "Smurf" Gill a former military pilot who survived the fastest ever Naval aviation ejection. On here he discusses how he overcame that only to deal with even worse mental trauma to come. He credits alternative psychedelic therapies in dealing with some of this which we dive into as well. He is the author of "Phoenix Revival" available now, and we highly recommend you pick it up. Follow Kegan...

We are joined by retired Army Master Sergeant Erinn Watkins. Erinn is also the author of "Pathfynder: How I Use Personal Courage and Emotional Control to Face Fear, Build Success, and Get What I Want." She served as one of the first female Army Pathfinders which inspired the title of her book. Her book is available now. Go to her website at http://ErinnSpeaks.com and you can find her on Facebook @...

Dr. Jason Piccolo is a former Border Agent & Army veteran who has been on with us several times before. He is the author of several books, his latest of which is "Pivot: From Military Service to Public Purpose" available now on Amazon. On this episode we discuss human trafficking issues at the border that aren't being addressed, and corruption on politics. Be sure to follow Jason on X & Instagram...

We are joined by an anonymous whistleblower "Johnny," who works at Veterans Affairs and is exposing massive corruption. "Johnny" is a veteran himself and he says the Department is screwing over veterans, and he has the evidence to demonstrate it. Follow him on X @VBAverybrokenagency to learn more. This episode is a must-listen!     Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/bat...

Recorded at The Team House, we are joined in studio by Jason Lyons & Jack Murphy. Jason is a former CIA Intelligence Officer & Marine, he also hosts the Eyes On Podcast. Jack is a Green Beret, Army Ranger, and author who many of you know best from The Team House. Be sure to check out their shows on all podcast platforms. Jason is on Instagram @jlyo7_3 & Jack is @JackMcMurph   Follow us: http://ins...

John "Tig" Tiegen joins us for the first time since 2020 to discuss the recent public attacks on the GRS team, and his first-hand recollection of what went down that night in 2012. Tig is a Marine, firearms instructor, public speaker, and more recently ran for Mayor of Colorado Springs. Tig's website is http://TigTiegen.com and you can follow him on X & Instagram @TigTiegen   Follow us: http://ins...

Juan Espinoza is a combat veteran with the 101st Airborne Infantry. His memoir "Unbroken: Turning Pain Into Purpose" is a very candid account of some of the hardships he's endured and lessons that he's learned. We get into what inspired the book, and what lessons he hopes to get across to readers. It's available now and you can learn more at https://juanespinoza.me/   Follow us: http://instagram.c...

On this guest-free episode we cover some news happening both domestically & internationally this week. We also get into some jackassery as Kris would say.   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod   Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body with their proprietary superblend with 3 forms of chelated magnesium, GABA, L-theanine, and over 7...

Hollie McKay is a journalist, author, and war reporter. On this episode we get into how her life has gone through a major change since becoming a mother. Her latest book is a fiction novel, "The Dictator’s Wife," available now. She also now hosts her own podcast, Dispatches on Parenting Across Cultures. Follow Hollie on X & Instagram @HollieSMcKay     Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodc...

Friend of the show, Force Recon Marine, and a true subject matter expert in aviation KG Spradley joins us on this Annex Episode. He breaks down exactly what may have went wrong in the tragic DC plane collision that took place earlier in the week. Note that this was recorded prior to the more recent Philadelphia plane crash and this is why we do not touch on that. KG's book "War Junkie: A Cautionar...

Longtime friend of the show and CIA Targeter Sarah Adams is back. Sarah is best known by this audience as co-authoring "Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy" with Dave "Boon" Benton, as well as her highly praised appearances on The Shawn Ryan Show. We get into many topics here including holding the terrorists behind the Benghazi attacks accountable, thoughts on the new Presidential administration, national se...

This past week, a podcast decided to go after the men who took part in "13 Hours" that survived the Benghazi attacks of 2012. They claim that members of Delta Force have a different story to tell, and that the accounts of Tanto, Boon, Oz, and Tig, along with Sarah Adams are fictional. On this episode our host Kris "Tanto" Paronto responds to these malicious claims.   Follow us: http://instagram.co...

Dr. Jason Piccolo is a former Border Agent & Army veteran who has been on with us several times before. He is the author of several books, his latest of which is "Pivot: From Military Service to Public Purpose" available now on Amazon. On this episode we discuss his latest book as well as how bad things have gotten at the southern border. Be sure to follow Jason on X & Instagram @DrJasonPiccolo an...

You heard our episode with Lee Greenwood a few weeks back, and we follow that up with Drew Jacobs. Drew is the man behind the rock version of "God Bless the USA" which Lee Greenwood was featured on, and the song has taken on a life of its own. Drew has a number of songs that have been streamed by millions, and the next one he is promoting right now is "God's Ground" with The Marine Rapper & D.Cure...

We've had some killer guests on this year, and on this episode we spotlight just a few of the best. Have a great 2025 to all of the Battleline fam.   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod   Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body with their proprietary superblend with 3 forms of chelated magnesium, GABA, L-theanine, and over 70 trace...

Jack Murphy is an Army Ranger, Green Beret, and many of you know him best as the host of The Team House. We're in studio with him today though to discuss his latest book, "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History." This book covers insight from Special Forces veterans never before heard, and it's available now. Check out The Team House on all podcast platforms and order the book here:...

We had a guest scheduled for this episode, but he flaked on us at the very last minute...not cool, bro. So, don't expect more than some random conversation with topics including Daniel Penny's acquittal, Hunter Biden's pardon, UFOs over NJ, and we ponder if Biden and Trump are actually BFF.   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod   For 10% off the best soap t...

Chris Stanly got sober from drugs and lost HUNDREDS of pounds, doing it all without the assistance of any prescriptions, weight-loss surgery, or other gimmicks. He is on to tell us his story and how he made it happen. Follow Chris on Instagram @Juggasanti   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod   Photonis Defense is the global leader in night vision sol...

Andy Lang is a Special Forces combat veteran and the founder of Leatherwood Distillery. We discuss Andy's military career and creating the brand. You can check out their stuff, buy a bottle, and even set up a tour if you're ever in the Clarksville, TN area at http://leatherwooddistillery.com - You can also follow Leatherwood Distillery on Instagram @LeatherwoodDistillery   Follow us: http://instag...

Pete Hegseth has been tapped for Secretary of Defense by President Trump, and our biggest question remains, is he even qualified?   Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod   For full video of this episode subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@battlelinepodcast  

We are joined by a legendary guest, Lee Greenwood. You know him best for "God Bless the USA," but on this episode we also get into his origin story, working with President Trump, and some shocking close encounters with death while performing for US troops. He is promoting many new projects and tour dates which you can check out at http://leegreenwood.com and you can follow Lee on X & Instagram @Th...

Ret Taylor joins us this episode as we talk men's issues, nutrition, and overall health. We discuss what RFK Jr. aims to do in terms of health if he is confirmed to be a member of the Trump administration. Ret is the co-founder of Ned, and is also on the Board of Directors for Veterans Outdoor Advocacy Group. Ret's website is https://www.rettaylor.com/ and you can follow him on Instagram @Mister_M...

On this episode we give our take on the re-election of President Donald Trump and what this means to the country. Our guest, KG "Tadpole" Spradley served as a Force Recon Marine and combat aviator. Additionally he worked with special programs and other government agencies, as well as his work in helping to create the Kurdish Air Force. He was last on with us for Episode 220 which had a tremendous...

DeeJay Dallas is a professional football player in the NFL for the Arizona Cardinals. He also runs the DeeJay Dallas Foundation, transforming lives through kindness. On this episode we talk football, faith, firearms, and fatherhood (I wasn't even trying to go with all F's there, but it worked out.) We also talk love of country. Learn more about his foundation at http://deejaydallas.org and follow...