The Protectors® with Jason Piccolo

Darren McBurnett “McB” joined the show to talk about his new book UNCOMMON GRIT, best sci-fi movies, importance of a kick a** soundtrack, SEALs, and a ton of other great topics.  Looking forward to our next show where we chat HEAVY METAL (google it if you are under 40).   ABOUT from Darren’s site: On the heels of a 24-year career as a Navy SEAL, McB has become an accomplished speaker and motivator...

My good friend Jeff Wilson (Co-Author of the Tier One Series) and his daughter Emma stopped by to discuss their faith-based sitcom.  We touch on the importance of belief, shooting a family sitcom, and a ton of other topics.  FAITH IN REEL LIFE can be found on three60tv.   About FAITH IN REEL LIFE: Christian sitcom about Faith and her family. Watch as she tackles the everyday challenges of life as...

Kevin Owens of Fieldcraft Survival joined The Protectors this past week.  We talked about the new meaning of “protector”, the importance of navigation in our new world, transition, and a ton of other great topics.  Really enjoyed this interview/discussion.   About Kevin: Kevin Owens grew up in Ireland where he served in the Tier One Counter-Terrorist Force. After immigrating to the United States,...

E. Matthew ‘Whiz’ Buckley joined The Protectors to talk about his career as a world-class fighter pilot including as a TOPGUN adversary, discussing mission planning and the importance of after-action hot washes, marketable skills coming from the military world, losing everything and rebuilding, talking hedge funds, investing, and tons of other topics.   ABOUT: E. Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley i...

Beau Wise and Tom Sileo joined The Protectors to talk about their book THREE WISE MEN.  We go into the background of the Wise brothers’ service, teaming up to write their story, and much more.  Beau and Tom also talk a bit about reaching out to the SOF community to gather information for the book.   ABOUT THREE WISE MEN: From Beau Wise and Tom Sileo comes Three Wise Men, an incredible memoir of fa...

Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead.  Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports.  Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”.  We talk about our mutual admi...

Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest!  Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.  About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas.  Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant...

Adam Kinakin joined the show to talk about realistic law enforcement training, that we don’t know everything and a ton of other topics.  Adam is a former Infantry Officer and hosts The Tactical Breakdown Podcast ABOUT ADAM: Adam Kinakin is the host and producer of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast. A former Infantry Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, he has had the honor to work alongside some o...

Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington!  Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America.  We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.co...

Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production.   Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).   About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Reco...

We all have a circle of friends and associates.  As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in.  Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle.  We also talk about vetting our inner circle.   Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top...

PROTECTORS SHORT:  What exactly is CBD (Cannabidiol)?  Will it cause you to fail a drug test?  How does it help with pain?  Where can I buy it?  We answer these questions in this video.   Craig Henderson of EXTRACTLABS  joined me to talk all things CBD.  Here is a snapshot of Craig's Protector background "Craig spent most of his childhood on a Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California. I...

Sean Matson joined The Protector Life to talk about Matbock’s mission.  A mission to bring lighter and warrior ready gear from thought to production to those that need it.   Sean is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments, he co-founded Matbock a veteran-owned and operated company.   Matbock’s Mission Statement: Our mission is to design lighter and more practical equipment for every environme...

Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation.  They have a mission.  A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are.  In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.   This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags.  Head here  https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear!  Fro...

I spoke with Cheree Tham, Vice President of Programs and Initiatives for America’s Warrior Partnership tonight.  Her organization is seeking to help prevent future suicide and non-natural deaths among veterans.   They need data!   CALL TO ACTION |||| MISSION ROLL CALL makes a Veterans Day appeal for more families of vets who have taken their own lives to take part in study aimed at stopping vetera...

My good friend John Nores stopped by The Protectors to talk about his career on the line fighting the cartel (as documented in his incredible book, the HIDDEN WAR), starting a show post LEO career, and a ton of other topics. We talk about his venture into the knife world with the signature TGL Trail Blazer created with his input by V-Nives.  Yes, I did order one!!   Support the show Make sure to c...

What is it like to step into the inferno?  Pranay joined The Protectors to talk about his career, fighting wildfires, including the massive CAL Fires burning right now, and a ton of other topics. Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Brent Gleeson joined The Protectors to discuss his new book, leadership in the time of COVID, and a ton of other topics. Brent also talks about his book EMBRACE THE SUCK and adapting to change.  About Brent: Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran with multiple tours to Iraq and Africa and other theaters of war. Upon leaving SEAL Team 5,B rent turned his discipline and battlefield lessons to t...

Dan Goldenberg, Executive Director of the Call of Duty Endowment, stopped by The Protectors to talk about the incredible work they are doing that has helped over 70,000 veterans gain meaningful employment, the creation of the COD Endowment by Activision Blizzard CEO, Bobby Kotick, keeping the focus of hiring veterans “narrow & deep”, and tons of other topics.  Dan also talks about COD teaming...

Kyle Mills joined The Protectors to talk about his new book TOTAL POWER, where he would go if the power went out, his writing process in the time of COVID, and growing up in an FBI family.  About Kyle: Kyle Mills is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty books, including the latest in Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp series, Total Power. Growing up in Oregon, Washington, DC, and London as...

Jason McCarthy, former Green Beret, and founder of GORUCK joined The Protectors to discuss starting GORUCK, his upcoming book HOW NOT TO START A BACKPACK COMPANY, and tons of other great topics.  Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Sean Parnell joined The Protectors to discuss the premiere of his new book, ONE TRUE PATRIOT.  We also discuss his deployment to Afghanistan (as documented in his book OUTLAW PLATOON). The affect 9/11 had on his service, writing books, location development, and tons more.  Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Bernie Kampf joined The Protectors to discuss Guitars 4 Vets and their mission to help veterans heal.  From their site: Over the past twelve years, our organization has refined a guitar instruction program aimed at providing Veterans struggling with physical injuries, PTSD and other emotional distress a unique supportive program. G4V pursues its mission to share the healing power of music by provi...

My good friends Jeffery Wilson and Brian Andrews joined The Protectors to discuss the Tier One series, movies (who would play who), their big announcement of writing book #9 of the WEB Griffin Presidential Agent Series!   Collateral, Book 6 of the Tier One series is out now!   Support the show Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Larry Keane, SVP of the NSSF joined The Protectors to discuss the state of the industry, SHOT SHOW 2021, +ONE, and a ton of other great topics.   01:30 State of the industry & first-time gun buyers. 06:30Gun Safety & Project Child Safe 12:45Keep retailers and ranges open 15:45Fix NICS 25:31SHOT SHOW 2021 & COVID 28:40+ONE 31:11Future of the industry 34:40Industry challenges  About The...