Tier1 Podcast

Jimmy Watson, former Navy SEAL and Blackwater contractor, joins Brent Tucker live on the Tier1 Podcast for a direct conversation and welcoming Super Chats from fans about current events. This livestream cuts past headlines and Hollywood to focus on accountability, leadership, and what actually carries over from special operations into the private sector. Tier1 Podcast Giveaway Join our Patreon for...

Dutch Moyer and Brent Tucker sit down and discuss Dutch’s 31 year career spanning from tanker to National Guard to Ranger Regiment to Delta Force operator. Subscribe to the Tier1 Podcast for in-depth conversations on law enforcement, military service, leadership, and the realities behind high-risk careers. Sponsors First Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with co...

Rob O’Neill, a former SEAL Team 6 operator who was PNG’d (“Persona Non Grata”), appears on the Cleared Hot Podcast with Andy Stumpf to present what he calls a “new story.” In this live episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker breaks down those claims in detail, examines inconsistencies, and explains why the revised narrative does not hold up under scrutiny. This conversation cuts through revisio...

Peter Ostrovsky served over 31 years as a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Special Agent , targeting some of the most dangerous criminal networks operating in the United States and abroad. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast , Peter breaks down his career in federal law enforcement , including maritime interdiction operations involving boats, guns, and large-scale drug trafficking. He discu...

Joshua Marshall served as a mechanized infantry soldier early in the Iraq war, moves to the 101st Airborne and deploys again. In a short time frame he has to deal with losing friends in combat, losing his mom in a car accident and being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that some doctors say is past treating and to get his affairs in order. Find out how Josh deals with an onslaught of tragedy a...

Devon takes over Between 2 Guns and turns the tables on Brent Tucker in a way no amount of Delta Force or Green Beret training could prepare him for. Armed with inside information and zero mercy, she delivers a rapid-fire barrage that exposes blind spots, surprises, and a few very uncomfortable moments. This episode flips the format with sharp questions, unexpected turns, and a reminder that the m...

Brent Tucker sits down with Dalton Fischer , one of the fastest rising national-level podcasters today. With no military background and no traditional media experience , Dalton built his platform through discipline, obsession with craft, and relentless execution. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast , Dalton breaks down what it really takes to become a top-tier podcaster, including mindset, consis...

Brent Tucker hosts Darrin Beheler, a Green Beret, Special Forces operator, sniper, and K9 handler, reflects on whether military working dogs understand the danger they face in combat and how hard it is to say goodbye to a K9 partner after war. This clip from Episode 01 of the Tier1 Podcast explores the bond between a Green Beret and his dog and the emotional reality of serving alongside a military...

Brent Tucker and Dalton Fischer break down an in-depth Delta Force special operations mission with global geopolitical implications. This episode of the Tier1 Podcast covers elite special operations planning, national level decision making, intelligence preparation, and execution. The discussion explores modern US special operations, counterterrorism strategy, and the realities of high risk milita...

It has been five years since January 6, a day some politicians have labeled the darkest moment in modern American history. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker examines what has been learned since that day and takes a clear eyed look at what actually happened on January 6. The discussion separates narrative from fact, breaks down how the term “insurrection” became widely used, and ex...

George Washington was not just the first President of the United States. He was the standard for American leadership, restraint, and sacrifice before power became something people clung to instead of surrendered. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent Tucker breaks down why George Washington remains the greatest American to ever live. The discussion covers his military leadership during the R...

Episode Title Battle of Ramadi | 2/4 Marines | Iraq War Urban Combat 2004–2006 Episode Description The Battle of Ramadi was one of the most brutal and sustained urban combat engagements of the Iraq War. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, two U.S. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines share firsthand accounts from the 2004 Battle of Ramadi and their return to Ramadi during the 2006 Iraq War de...

This episode was supposed to be live. YouTube shut it down anyway. In this Tier1 Podcast episode, Chris Blau joins the show after our live stream was taken offline. Instead of folding, we recorded the episode regardless and released it in full. The details of the shutdown are addressed at the beginning of the episode. The conversation covers free speech, platform control, censorship, and why conti...

Fred Baker, an Air Force Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT) , joins the Tier1 Podcast to break down what it takes to pass CCT selection , operate at the Tier1 level , and work inside joint special operations alongside Army and Navy Tier1 units . In this episode, Fred explains the Air Force CCT pipeline , training standards, and the mental and physical demands required to succeed in Air Force Special Op...

The Tier1 Podcast welcomes Fred Baker , an Air Force SMU (Special Missions Unit) veteran and Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT) , to the live show for an in-depth conversation on elite special operations and joint mission execution . In this live episode, Fred breaks down his experience inside Air Force Special Operations , the realities of operating at the Tier1 level , and what it takes to work along...

In this episode of Between 2 Guns , Jarred Taylor (Black Rifle Coffee Company, Time for Pie Podcast, This Saturday Band) sits down with Brent Tucker for an unfiltered conversation that turns the spotlight inward. #between2guns #tier1podcast #comedy #satire #roast #podcast #jarredtaylor #humor Sponsors Elevated Operator – 15 percent off with code FRCC15 https://elevatedoperator.com First Responders...

Mike Sarraille joins the Tier1 Podcast Live for an in-depth conversation on special operations , leadership , and elite military culture . In this episode, Brent Tucker and the crew sit down with Mike Sarraille , a former Navy SEAL , Recon Marine , and Scout Sniper , to discuss his path through multiple elite units and the lessons learned operating at the highest levels of the U.S. military. The c...

Mike Sarraille’s career spans some of the most elite units in the U.S. military, offering a rare perspective across multiple special operations communities. In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast , Mike breaks down his journey starting as an enlisted U.S. Marine , earning his way into the Force Recon community, and later commissioning as an officer. He details his transition into the Navy SEALs , wh...

Drew Tucker , host of the Truth in the Dark Podcast , joins the Tier1 Podcast to examine the historical origins, foundational doctrines, and modern implications of Islam through a critical and analytical lens. In this episode, Drew breaks down the early history of Islam, key theological concepts, and how religious doctrine has intersected with political power , warfare , and expansion throughout h...

In this Tier1 Podcast Live episode, Brent Tucker and the crew address the lawsuit filed by Rob O’Neill , including allegations of defamation related to prior podcast content. This episode breaks down what the lawsuit claims, the context surrounding the dispute, and why the Tier1 Podcast is responding publicly. The discussion focuses on facts, timeline, and clarification, separating speculation fro...

In this Tier1 Podcast Live episode, we dive into current events including updates on the Charlie Kirk shooting , a discussion about whether the United States should consider military action with Venezuela, and recent talk about the possibility of testing nuclear weapons for the first time in over 30 years. The shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a college event in Utah earlier in 202...

On Veterans Day , the Tier1 Podcast Live sits down with Eddie Gallagher for a conversation centered on military service, sacrifice, and the shared bond between veterans. This live episode reflects on the meaning of Veterans Day, the realities of service, and the experiences that shape those who have worn the uniform. The discussion focuses on brotherhood, accountability, resilience, and honoring t...

Brent Tucker sits down with Darrin Beheler , a legendary U.S. Army Green Beret and combat veteran with experience as a sniper , HALO-qualified operator , and K9 handler . In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast , Darrin breaks down his career across multiple elite skill sets and his combat deployments during both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars . The conversation covers special operations training, com...

In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast , Brent breaks down the connection between music and war , how music has been used by warriors throughout history, and why certain songs became synonymous with the Global War on Terror (GWOT) era. Brent walks through his top 10 kit up songs , explaining why these tracks resonated with servicemembers preparing for missions, deployments, and combat operations. Th...

In the first episode of Between 2 Guns , Brent Tucker sits down with Kyle Morgan for a satirical conversation built around tough questions and deliberately uncomfortable humor. Between 2 Guns is a recurring segment of the Tier1 Podcast designed to ask the questions others avoid, not because they’re important, but because they’re awkward, unnecessary, and entertaining. This episode sets the tone fo...