The Protector Culture Podcast with Jimmy Graham

On the year anniversary of the horrific school shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvaldle, Texas. Jimmy was given an opportunity to speak in Washington D.C. on what should have been done differently. In his time in DC Jimmy was challenged and burdened with the country we live in and what has to be done differently to create a life for our children that encapsulates the freedom's we enjoy in America. W...

Over the last year we have seen two school shootings with two very different results. Uvalde was an hour and a half and yielded an hour and a half of footage from badge cams and security cameras that left us questioning why 21 people had to die. Nashville happened with swift intentional actions but still left us asking why one individual would choose such horrendous actions. Jimmy and BK look at b...

Our right as Americans seem to always be on the chopping block lately. The media is always looking for a way to spin what is happening or doctor a story that makes you believe the motives are good. Taylor Rhodes from Rocky Mountain Gun Owners stands on the front lines protecting our gun rights, but more importantly he takes time to explain what bills are being passed and the possible changes that...

2023 is shaping up to be a big year for Able Shepherd. The building expansion is just about underway with a potential building lined up and plans for design already complete. Several new courses including breacher will be making their way to those who are in level 4. Why breaching? If there is a solid door between stopping you from protecting those you love wouldn't you want the ability to positio...

Where are you going when you die? Have you ever thought about it? Have you ever thought about where the people around you will go when they leave this earth?  Jimmy and BK get into a deep discussion about the burden and pain of realizing their loved one's don't know Jesus. Jimmy has been convicted, and desires, that Able Shepherd would transition from a Christ-Centered business to a CHRIST-FIRST b...

God is expanding the mission and vision of Able Shepherd. What started out as Duty To Act ten years ago, God has turned into a movement. A family and community that expands from the west coast to the east coast. In part two of this episode we look at two Able Shepherd's, men who have felt a burden and calling to take the community Jimmy has built and start to build their own in Montana and Maine....

Nick Higgins, Able Shepherd #075, and Jason Campbell, Able Shepherd #086  share how God is positioning them in their own communities to use the capabilities and skills acquired through their training with Able Shepherd. Nick and Jason both heard about Able Shepherd through the Mike Seeklander Podcast and knew that they needed to be a part of this community. Jimmy also shares the convictions that G...

 In part two of this two part episode Jimmy, Michael and Danny share some moments on their four day retreat put on by Walking In Truth Ministries. Walking In Truth (WIT) Ministries started as a vision in 2006. And have been walking out this vision as the Lord leads for several years. In that time they have met countless like-minded people who have partnered with them to bring the vision to life. I...

Episode Description: In part one of this two part episode Jimmy, Michael and Danny just returned from a weekend Pursuit NOT a retreat put on by Walking in Truth Ministries. Walking In Truth (WIT) Ministries started as a vision in 2006. And have been walking out this vision as the Lord leads for several years. In that time they have met countless like-minded people who have partnered with them to b...

 This episode was recorded days after the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Jimmy and Jason Campbell, Able Shepherd #86, discuss what has to change in this world to create a safer place to raise our kids. Able Shepherd is a program that produces a capability that is repeatable to a standard. Meaning as you test out of each phase you are building upon fundamentals that will need...

Title: For The Kingdom Episode Description: In this episode Jimmy and Brian Karch discuss what has already taken place in 2023 and their New Year's resolutions. They talk about what the future of Able Shepherd holds and where God is leading Jimmy. Jimmy has always sought God's leadership and the direction for Able Shepherd but there is always room to grow. Jimmy and BK share their successes and fa...

The Book with Special Guest Tyler Weinischke Tyler Weinischke is in the Able Shepherd program and is working with Jimmy as an editor compiling and organizing Jimmy's voice and written notes resulting in the development of Jimmy's first book. In this podcast Jimmy and Tyler discuss the process and the vision and heart behind the book. The question is asked, What is A Man's Man? What is your respons...

During the Remember Benghazi Ride honoring the 10th Anniversary of the attack on the United States Embassy in Benghazi, Jimmy was introduced to Tyler Wilschetz, the Executive Pastor at Veneration Church in Kalispel, MT   Listen to Tyler's story in which he survived a Grizzly bear attack, along with some of the actions, thoughts, and prayers of the day as he ventured into the woods at the start of...

Jimmy Graham is joined by Jason Campbell to discuss various gear options which have been put to the test in 2022.  Listen in and/or watch as they review items which have stood the test of time and are Able Shepherd approved :-)    Mossburg shotgun with duck bill handle AR Platform 12 gauge shotgun Crispi boots Garmin GPS communicator Cutco scissors Light weight holster while you wait for your Milt...

With the Wyoming Back Country Discovery Route (WY BDR) in the rear view mirror, Jimmy and Bk re-live memories and discuss lessons learned from the nine day adventure in the remote Wyoming wilderness.    Topics covered include tools, equipment, food, and overall preparation from the perspective of a motorcycle rider as well as the support vehicles.   If you are planning to participate in any of the...

In preparation for two action packed and exciting adventures to include the Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Route (WY BDR) and the Able Shepherd Benghazi Ride, Jimmy reflects on the importance of living your action adventure.   What does it mean to use adventure to capture the hearts of men and women?  There is something magical that happens within when you challenge yourself, get outside your comfo...

Follow on discussion regarding the active shooter situation in Texas earlier this summer. Jimmy provides in depth discussion and detail as to why the following topics DO NOT work in an Active Shooter situation - pieing a corner or entrance - 'getting off the X' Having a plan (in advance), knowing your role within the plan, combined with decisive action are the key components required to effectivel...

Join Jimmy Graham and special guest Jason Campbell (086) as they share their thoughts and discuss actionable items for schools with regards to an active shooter situation. When one is asked "What can we do?" the answer is we all need to work harder. Three key topics and action items moving forward… 1. People and Training - train to a repeatable and a defendable standard - the standard must look li...

Sit back, relax, and enjoy as Jimmy welcomes Neil Pinkham aka The Sage to the Protector Culture podcast.     The impact Neil has on the Able Shepherd program, Able-Nation.org, as well as the Stand in the Gap Initiative is immeasurable!  When you combine a lifetime of experience with a strong Christian faith and foundation along with a humble and engaging personality that is second to none .. every...

Join us as a US Navy SEAL recounts his recent experience of watching a Musical with his family.  Not entirely sure what to expect, Jimmy is blown away by the ability of the cast and crew to develop, deliver, and portray the life story of one of America's Founding Fathers starting when he arrived in America as a 14 year old orphan.   Filmed on a Broadway stage in what is essentially a 2 hour long r...

Jimmy is joined by Bk to share a recent experience with a local Colorado school.  In a nutshell, the students can see that things are broken and they need to be fixed.  From the mouths of children "fix it or I will."  Please,  follow along as Jimmy revists the request by the Physical Education teacher (to the Students) "what are some ideas of what you would like to do in class?"   With the idea th...

After Jimmy and Jason Campbell attend a screening for the movie "Whose Children are They?" several questions are raised including the concept of public education becoming a big business and financial windfall for Unions.   One recurring theme is a quote from C.S. Lewis "In a sort of ghastly simplicity we remove the organ and demand the function. We make men without chests and expect of them virtue...

Jordan Peterson - the world would be a lot better if you were a lot better   If someone is speaking lies, how would you know   The starting place is you - what are your spiritual gifts - what is your calling   What can you do to work personally on you - language and the way you present yourself - let your yes be yes and your no be no - honor, integrity, and accountability - the currency of trust i...

Please join Jimmy Graham and Kate Dalbey in a passionate discussion as to how we interpret "the slap" when Will Smith walks onstage at the Oscars and slaps Chris Rock across the face after a joke is made about his wife.   What is right?    How could or should the situation be handled?   An episode you surely will not want to miss! https://able-nation.org   https://protectorculture.com   https://ab...

Jimmy is joined by Ken Martin, a seventeen year veteran of the Colorado Springs Police Department, to discuss the differences and importance of your Duty versus your Title.   Sometimes it is easy to get caught up with or defined by your Title, however we need to keep in mind what our Duty is.  For example, is it the Sheriff's duty to take care of the people or take care of his fellow officers?   H...