The GSPG Podcast

On September 11, 2012, U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, came under attack. The attacks continued through the night and into the early morning hours of September 12. Four Americans were killed: Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone S. Woods, and Glen A. Doherty. Fourteen years later, The GSPG Podcast pauses to remember their lives, service, and sacrifice, as well as the Americans...

On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, host Ron Jacobus delivers a special message of remembrance from The GSPG Podcast. Rather than release a regular episode, we pause to honor the 2,977 people killed at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93; the first responders who gave their lives that day and in the years that followed from 9/11-related illnesses; and the mi...

In this special announcement episode, host Ron Jacobus highlights the upcoming TEPP Los Angeles Pop-Up Event taking place on June 6, 2026, at the Sunset Marquis Hotel in West Hollywood, California. This event marks a significant milestone for Texas Executive Protection Professionals (TEPP) as it represents the organization’s first event outside the state of Texas and its first event in California....

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast , host Ron Jacobus is joined by Brian Tuskan , a veteran security executive, advisor, and former Chief Security Officer at Microsoft and ServiceNow. The conversation explores his career journey from law enforcement into corporate security leadership, the challenges of building and scaling global security programs, and the evolution of modern security operations...

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast , host Ron Jacobus is joined by Matt Anderton , an executive protection leader with over a decade of experience supporting executives, public figures, and corporate leadership across both domestic and international environments. The conversation explores Matt’s career progression from the Marine Corps into executive protection, including his experience leading t...

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Scott Stewart and Fred Burton , two well-respected practitioners in protective intelligence, counterterrorism, and executive protection. The conversation explores their career journeys across public service and private sector intelligence leadership, the evolution of protective intelligence, and common gaps organizations face when...

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Richard Cafege, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Global Security and Protection Group. In this conversation, Ron and Richard discuss Richard’s career spanning military service, law enforcement, and corporate security leadership. Topics include his time in the United States Marine Corps, 16 years with the Texas Department of Publi...

The GSPG Podcast is back. In this message to the audience, host Ron Jacobus explains the extended pause, reflects on key developments in executive protection and security management over the past year, and outlines what listeners can expect as Season 4 begins. The episode reinforces the importance of professionalism, fundamentals, and leadership in protective work, and introduces new ways listener...

We’re sharing an incredible opportunity to learn from leading security experts while supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Bodyguards for Kids, a two-day virtual fundraising event, takes place on March 29th and 30th, 2025 and features 14 expert speakers covering key topics in executive protection and security management. This event is open to everyone in the security industry and beyon...

In this episode, we announce our very first giveaway winner—Glenn Davis! Using Rafflys , Glenn was randomly selected to receive a signed copy of "The Protected," generously donated by Michael Trott . Thanks to everyone for your continued support of the GSPG Podcast! We look forward to bringing you more valuable content and additional giveaway opportunities in the future!

Our 2025 Giveaway Announcement:  Michael (MT) Trott , our guest from Episode #1 and author of "The Protected", has generously contributed a signed copy of his work as the prize for our first giveaway. His book has received priase from the protective security community and from his former protectee, Central Intelligence Agency Director George Tenet, who stated, "Michael provides invaluable insights...

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast , Ronald J. interviews Threatwise Global founder, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Great Lakes Chapter President, and former UnitedHealth Group Global Threat assessment Program Lead Jameson Ritter . Jameson, a seasoned security professional with specialized experience developing security and workplace violence prevention programs, details th...

On this episode of The GSPG Podcast , Ronald Jacobus interviews Jared Oakden , a corporate security leader, Dad of four, and Regional Security Strategist at Burns & McDonnell . Listen in as Jared shares his corporate security journey, passion for security convergence, and core values that guide his leadership style. Jared additionally shares his experience volunteering as an ASIS International...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Whataburger Brand Security Program Manager and Texas Executive Protection Professionals founder Michael J Gonzales . Listen in as Michael returns to the program to share all things Texas Executive Protection Professionals, the importance of networking for industry practitioners, and how past mixers hav...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group 's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by U.S. Army Veteran and Critical Security Solutions Founder Allan Ring .   Allan shares his experience protecting the Secretary of Defense and other prominent military leaders, his selection as the Joint Special Operations Command 's Director of Security, and eventual transition from public service pr...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group 's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by former Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. State Department's Diplomatic Security Service Supervisory Special Agent, current Viking Security CEO, and Author Alex Reinshagen. Listen as Alex shares his experience protecting U.S. Diplomats around the world, transition from public service to the pri...

Welcome to the Global Security and Protection Group podcast with your host, Ron Jacobus. In this episode, we dive deep into the protective security journey of Dr. Mary Beth Janke , a former Secret Service agent, private sector protector, and author of The Protector who has since transitioned into the field of forensic and clinical psychology. Dr. Janke shares her unique experiences from her upbrin...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group 's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by security professional, Center for Advanced Red Teaming (CART) Board Member, Locks and Leaks Substack creator, and Pine Risk Management CEO Ana Aslanishvili .  Listen in as Ana shares her experience and journey as a Red Team practitioner and highlights how her childhood impacted her situational aware...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group 's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by James Cameron , President and CEO of the Security Concepts Group , Chairman of the Board of Executive Protection Professionals , former Blackwater USA contractor and Triple Canopy WPPS Instructor.    Listen in as James shares his professional journey from service in the U.S. Military to high-threat...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by Kenneth Valentine , a retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent, current corporate security professional, and author of the forthcoming book, "Cheating Death: Three-Time Presidential Secret Service Agent Lives to Tell You How" set for release on April 16th, 2024.  Listen in as Kenneth shares his prof...

On this episode, Global Security and Portection Group 's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by Ret. LAPD Captain and Foresight Security Consulting Chief Operations Officer Brian Bixler . Listen in as Brian recaps his professional journey in the LAPD , his transition from the public sector into the private sector, and his experience attending and speaking at the 2023 International Protrective...

In this two part episode, Global Security & Protection Group ’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews U.S. Air Force veteran, Senior Manager of Executive Protection at the Procter and Gamble Company, and former Secret Service Special Agent Kevin Dye .  In part one, Kevin shares how his military service provided him with a unique lens into the Secret Service where he would later as a Special A...

On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group ’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews Justen Keating, a protective security practitioner, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, former government  contractor, founder of Keating Global Risks , and author of The Protector Series . Listen in as Justen shares how his military service prepared him for success as a private security contractor working hig...

On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group ’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews Barrie "Baz" Rice , a New Zealand Defense Force Special Air Service veteran and former Blackwater security contractor. Listen in as Barrie shares his journey as a Tier-1 operator, movie and film military adviser, and Blackwater security contractor. Barrie details how his experiences in Iraq still carr...

On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group ’s Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Hi Nguyen, a former Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Officer, owner of Team Up security leadership consulting, and the curent Director of Protective Services at the University of Ottawa.  Listen in as Hi shares his protective security journey from protecting government officials and chasing teorri...