The Protector Culture Podcast with Jimmy Graham

In this episode of the Protector Culture Podcast, we dive deep into a topic that sparks endless debate: if you could only choose one firearm to rely on for the rest of your life, which one would make the cut? Our team weighs in on their personal picks, discussing everything from reliability and versatility to personal defense and survival needs. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or just starting y...

Lt. Col. Dave Grossman | Unveiling the Warrior Mindset Join us for an insightful discussion with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, a renowned expert on the psychology of combat, warrior resilience, and the dynamics of violence. With a career spanning over two decades in the U.S. Army, Grossman has become a leading authority on understanding the mental and emotional demands of those who serve on the front li...

September is National Preparedness Month. I'm sure you are prepared with food storage, water storage, ammo storage etc. Have you thought about a cyber attack? What about your bank accounts? Retirement accounts? How are you protecting yourself in a digital era? Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he...

Able Shepherds motto is, "Take care of one another!" How do we make a change in our communities? How do we make a change in our country? In the words of Braveheart UNITE THE CLANS! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety O...

WE are made for an adventure! How are you setting up the next generation to experience the adventure? Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also...

      Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective...

It's so important that we stop and look back at what we are grateful for, look up to see who God is and look forward to what God is doing! This summer is flying by in this episode Jimmy and BK take time to look back, look up and look forward.   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifica...

If you haven't been following us on social media, you are missing out! There is so much going on and it's exciting be a part of! Check out what you have been missing! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Liv...

What if we changed our mindsets from, "I have to do this," to "I get to do this"?   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training Specialist. He also served for 7 years...

What is happening at Able Shepherd? Not only are we seeing people developing a capability in Colorado, but people are calling from around the country ready to take care of their community! There is so much going on at Able Shepherd behind the scenes and this one podcast you don't want to miss! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty O...

There are a lot of us who LOVE gear! How much money have you spent on gear that lives somewhere on a shelf never to be used again? Jimmy and BK take a look at the cultural climate around us and discuss some things that might be deemed NECESSITY! Are you prepared?   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time...

It's easy to look at a problem in the world and say, "Somebody should do something!" At Able Shepherd we say, "People are the problem and people are the solution." So if you apply that , why aren't you doing something about the evil you see in the world? Why aren't you working to change it. Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Offi...

There is so much happening at Able Shepherd. So much so it's time for a situational report. Come check out all that's happening!   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master...

Jimmy Graham, CEO and Founder of Able Shepherd takes time to reflect on his life as he passes a milestone of turning fifty years old. He looks at all the things he has learned in his life and through his time at Able Shepherd   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned certifications as a Sniper...

Jimmy and BK review the movie Nefarious. A movie about a psychiatrist who is called into to assess an inmate on death row and determine if he is mentally insane. The psychiatrist quickly discovers that the inmate has been possess by a demon named Nefarious. Although this is a move, this is very real and Jimmy and BK take the movie from the screen to rely life. Helping us see how this is happening...

Every year we get asked what are some gifts I can get for my spouse. In this episode we answer that question with a couple different gift ideas from a fidget toy for adults to a brand new rifle and everything in between! We hope these ideas are some sweet stocking stuffers.   Provoke Karambit CRKT - https://www.amazon.com/CRKT-Provoke-Orange-Kinematic-Folding/dp/B08KDL634S/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1TTE648E...

At Able Shepherd we believe that adventure is at the heart of every man, woman and child. Over the last couple years men, women and children through Able Shepherd have participated in several BDR's (Backcountry Discovery Routes) which are routes designed for adventure motorcycle riding. This year they took on the Utah BDR and were met with one incident after another, but ended with the same result...

Over the last couple months Able Shepherd was under attack for having members of the community protesting a Drag Show in Castle Rock. The protest was not an Able Shepherd organized or sanctioned event. It was men and women who share the same desire to protect their community! Following the event there was a meeting, in this video Jimmy and BK look at this meeting and give context to the conversati...

On August 26, 2023 a group of men protested the Douglas County Pride Festival that happened at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. They protested peacefully by simply wearing shirts that read Stand to Protect Children on the front and Jesus Loves You (and so do I) on the back. They were met with vulgarity, assault and intimidation. The media has taken one side of the story. In this episode Jimmy recal...

In Episode 99 of The Protector Culture Podcast Jimmy and BK give an update at what has happened at Able Shepherd in the last couple months, but further more reflect on how in every situation there has been a need for a second option. A need to step back and re-evaluate. IN every situation you have multiple options. Which one is the right one?   Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the...

Adventure is at the heart of every man and woman! Backcountry Discovery Routes are all over the nation and a once in a lifetime experience. A way to reconnect with yourself, to build relationships with those around you, and to help you become a better man or woman. Able Shepherd put on the first kids backcountry discovery route showing kids the power of adventure! Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent o...

The movie Sound of Freedom is sweeping the world by storm. The incredible true story of a former government agent turned vigilante who embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue hundreds of children from sex traffickers. Jimmy is joined by fellow Able Shepherd Jason Campbell and Nick Higgins after watching the Sound of Freedom sharing the conviction and thoughts that followed.   Who's Jimmy Graham?...

Able Shepherd was designed to model a better way forward. To Teach. To Lead. To Protect. To take care of one another. In this episode Jimmy takes time to talk with Douglas County's Sheriff Darren Weekly about his responsibilities as the Sheriff, his thoughts on Red Flag laws and how trained citizens can be a immediate responders in an Active Killer situation.  Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over...

When you build out your calendar what gets priority? Work? Time with the guys? Vacations? Anniversaries? Birthdays? Green Pen First is a story I'm sure you have heard, but Jimmy puts a new perspective to it. Green Pen First is a reminder that if we don't prioritize our family they will get least amount of time. Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the ran...

Who is responsible for the next generation? What legacy do we want to leave for our kids and our grandkids? If we are honest with ourselves we aren't thinking about the future only the present moment. We have to stop saying someone else will fix the problems around us and start asking ourselves how we can be the solution! OUR KIDS FUTURE'S DEPEND ON IT!  Who's Jimmy Graham? Jimmy spent over 15 yea...