Maverick and Hitman

Politically Charged Mischief

This an unserious podcast that covers serious topics. We do this for a variety of reasons. First, we’re friends and we nerd out on this stuff. And it’s easier to laugh about it that let the state of the world drain your energy. Second, we feel like more serious defense news sources aren’t accessible to the broader population, so we try to keep it at a level for anyone. If there are major current events we will likely cover them, but we also dive into history, movies, books, shows, video games, or pop culture. Views and opinions are personal and do not reflect an official policy of the US gov't

Author

Maverick and Hitman

Category

Government

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Latest episode

Nov 15, 2025

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Episodes

Bug Fight Club 29.08.2024

Cooking with gas over here. More talk on Ukraine, Romans, CENTCOM, carriers, and so much more. Sunlight on demand? We've got you. Bug fights? Some of that too. Missing nukes? Oh boy do we have news for you

Hitman is taking L's (feat: Ninja-sorta) 19.08.2024

Ninja joins the episode for a rousing, passionate discussion of global affairs. And by that we mean he plays Xbox with us on speaker. Hitman and Mav cover the latest out of Ukraine, including their incursion into Russian territory in Kursk, what it means, and what their endgame might be. Also, prisoner exchange with Russia, OKANG's new planes, floating MC-130 vs arctic LC-130, and so much more...

American Propaganda 06.08.2024

Another ep of being profoundly pro-American. This go-around we talk about the Trump assassination attempt, Secret Service, Communist propaganda, and MANPADS. Pour one out for the Su-25, the most shot-down aircraft of the 21st century.

I'm A Flaming...(feat: Pred) 21.07.2024

Big ep, new guest, very gay stuff on this episode. Pred dials in from a secure, undisclosed location to listen to shitty 4th of July stories, discuss nuclear deterrence, the war in Ukraine, China/Taiwan scenarios, and his picks for the best songs of the summer. Overall, very fun episode, stay tuned till the end to hear a host name-reveal ;-) Also, Racist Uncle Dan, if you're out there, we miss...

We Do Movie Reviews Now 17.07.2024

The podcast equivalent of some good old blocking and tackling this episode. In preparation for a new guest, Hitman and Maverick clear through some older or miscellaneous topics. What isn't old or miscellaneous is our keen eye for quality cinema. Dial in to hear our thoughts on two new releases: Civil War and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. No spoilers for either. Beyond that you've...

The Toughest Man In Europe 08.07.2024

Oops, this one's a few days late because I forgot to click the upload button. Anyways, send us a DM if that actually bothers you. Crack a cold one for some fun water park adventures, a quick downer mood shift to talk tsunamis, coups in Bolivia, Kenyan military in Haiti, Otto Skorzeny, and whole lot more. Remember Reach. Tune in next week to hear about our 4th of July, thanks for listening.

Snakes on a Sub (feat. Cowboy Dan) 19.06.2024

The fellas are blessed by the legendary Cowboy Dan for a great ramble through current events. Russia, we're scouting some candidates to jet ski over to your boats in Cuba, Florida Man is coming. For information purposes only, we also host a thought experiment on what businesses thrive outside military bases in the US (spoiler alert, it's always strip clubs, among other). There's also s...

TONKS 2.0 13.06.2024

Big movie ep. We launch this one with a nice little romp talking about movies and things, but would be negligent to not talk about that Russian Su-57 that was maybe destroyed? Did you know helicopters are big? If not, we've got some good stuff for you hidden in here. As always, a little discussion on Ukraine, including combat footage and the recent authorization for Western weapons employment...

Fussy and Fumbling 04.06.2024

Once again we find ourselves braving the dark cold realities of podcasting. In this ep, the boys really dig into what it means to be human and the words we use to we define ourselves. Ok, not really. Instead just a gun run of topics including Trump's IQ, Special Operations on Netflix, hate speech/symbology in the military and government, and rounding out with some PGMs. We're not racist.

Rotten Potatoes 28.05.2024

Memorial Day release. Pour one out for the homies, for real. Boy what an episode. We know it's late, it's overdue. We've had some issues on the tech side because we're morons with this stuff. But here's a nice clean ep where we definitely don't go overboard on social issues like immigration and police. But in all seriousness, some good discussions on trolling in WWII, commu...

TONKS 02.05.2024

Gather round, circle up, grab a drink and learn a bit about tank armor, North Korean animation studios, Indonesian Air Force logistics, podcast advertisement (for the Ayatollah). You'll also get the usual dose of rambling chatter and current events that we hope you're here for. Also happy dirty thirty to the podcast for making it this far :)

Good Old Fashioned Podcasting 26.04.2024

The fellas rebound after a disastrous episode (it's in the vault, don't ask). Really didn't cover much Israel-Iran because that got a little spicy last time we tried. Really just nerded out and talked light attack aircraft, Vietnam, tanks. Just back to the basics here.

In the Spirit of Bingo 16.04.2024

Live from Arrakis, it’s Saturday Night! Wow. The gang has a real It’s Always Sunny moment where we realize we are the worst members of the friend group. Bingo cards were a great idea, but boy did we misread the room. Tune in for some good talk on conspiracy theories, boats, Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson (all podcasts devolve to fight talk). We also give some real world warnings on the dangers of mixing...

Planes, trains, and Moscow oh my 01.04.2024

Just a solid romp through the history of the jet fighter, really wholesome content right up until we start talking about the Moscow shooting, social media, and politics. Yikes. Went off the rails a few times, nothing too crazy but please don't be like the MiG-15 on social media.

Danger, Will Robinson 27.03.2024

Whoo boy. If you get lost on this one, send up a flare.

Giant Pouched Rats 20.03.2024

My bad, this ep kinda got lost in the computer. We recorded it after Daylight Savings. Anyway, here's some low energy talk on Haiti, cults, new aid plans for Gaza, animals detecting explosives, some Kate Middleton nonsense, idk. If you made it this far you know us and that we're not gonna stay on topic. We had fun and that's what matters :)

High Time For Hypersonic Missiles 15.03.2024

Hypersonic missiles and canceled tank orders and submarine fires oh my! Also what is Macron up to? Oh and the boys get spooked in real time this episode. If anyone knows what happened pls tell us because we don't like it

Spaz Attack 07.03.2024

A seamless episode, never more than 30 seconds spent on a single topic, but good luck trying to catch us in the act. We hit it all on this one: Yemen, boats, Russia, A-50s, Flankers, Annihilation (the movie), Helldivers 2, ranking presidents by height, Tucker Carlson, go-karts, you name it.

The Starfish Apocalypse 14.02.2024

It's here, folks. The big leagues. The fellas apply their dizzying intellect to reviewing memes about Tucker Carlson v Putin (like yo, wtf was that interview?). Stick around for the inspiration for the episode title (hint, it actually is starfish related). Looking for insiders to share stories from the USS Lake Erie. Pls answer the poll we actually want to know where you're banned from

Time Travel Hypotheticals 07.02.2024

We cut this from the regular ep because we know, it was off topic and bit long-winded. But, because we are in love with hearing ourselves talk, we're still going to publish. Anyways, here's a rambling discussion on time travel, have fun :)

Don't Call It A Comeback 07.02.2024

Here we are folks. Episode 21, take 2. We know the mob has been clamoring for more content, but we're committed to delivering only the very best for you all. That's why they pay us the mediocre bucks. Want to learn about aid to Ukraine, F-35s, S-400s, Kim Jong Un going to Disney (hilarious)? Then hop in and let us know what you think!

A Touch of the 'Tism (feat. Topper) 24.12.2023

Big #20. As the holidays approach the boys are grasping for any remaining neurons firing. Hitman digs deep into his past as a train kid (it's Thomas the Tank Engine you morons), Maverick shares several s****y stories about bar escapades. Special guest (emphasis on special) Topper explains why the Golden Bachelor is the reality show of the generation, and also alludes to his special relationshi...

Gremlin hours 13.12.2023

EPISODE 19 LFG!!! The boys finally bag the mysterious and elusive GREMLIN to join to cast for an unhinged hour of goofing. Brief discussions on Guyana, AI-generated (OnlyFans) art with a special callout to JFK, live-action spinoffs of video games (thank you Last of Us. Halo we're still not cool. Fallout don't mess this up). Also a timely and well-needed talk on what REALLY happened to Mr Peanut in...

Arrogant, stupid, standoffish 18.11.2023

Help me step-bomber, my radar is jammed! The fellas bring in special guest Ninja to explain the magic of the B-21 bomber and low-observable theory. High quality shenanigans all around. Students of WTI, NAWDC, and USAFWS, want to learn about stealth from a few idiots with bourbon? Drinking game for the ep: nurse a few bevvies until Hitman starts teaching radar theory. Start drinking when he begins,...

People Suck AKA Lazy Centrism 14.11.2023

Hitman and Maverick are gloriously reunited for a good rant about everything wrong with the world. They successfully find the solution to peace in the MidEast (not) and lose hope in humanity, liberal democracy, Western values, and the rule of law. Drinking game for the ep: fill a CamelBak with Everclear and start sipping until you pass out or the episode ends, whichever comes first

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