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Show # 363: Matt Little (Greybeard Actual) S.W.A.T. and Special Forces Operator - (Round III) Feb 17, 2024

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Matt Little. Matthew Little retired as the training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran with decades of operational, instructional, and training experience in firearms, tactics, and combatives. Matt is also a lifelong martial artist and former nationally ranked competitor. He is ranked as a master class shooter by the US Practical Shooting Association, the Steel Challenge Shooting Association, and the International Defensive Pistol Association. Matt has instructed police and military personnel in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught firearms, self-defense and martial arts extensively to civilians. He has written articles on training and tactics for nationally syndicated magazines, and has published his first book, "The Way is in Training." Matt Little's Book & Website: https://greybeardactual.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Way-Training-Matthew.../dp/B0BR9KSR2T Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 362: Pat Cahill of Buffalo Ridge Defense Feb 03, 2024

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Pat Cahill. Pat is a professional firearms defense and safety educator empowering people to become capable stakeholders in their own safety and security. He is the founder of Buffalo Ridge Defense an organization dedicated to this mission. Pat holds distinguished credentials as a USCCA Certified Training Counselor and Certified Firearms Instructor. Having thrived in executive-level management for over four decades, Pat is not only an independent business owner but also a respected corporate executive leader. Pat's background also includes a 12-year tenure in law enforcement serving as a jailer/dispatcher, Patrol Deputy, and Criminal Investigator with the Polk County Sheriff's Department in Wisconsin. During this period, he achieved certification as an instructor in Police Defensive Tactics, specializing in defensive techniques encompassing pressure points, kubaton, and PR24. Pat utilizes his past law enforcement experience and years of practical business travel experiences to teach the importance of situational awareness and conflict avoidance, which is the foundation of personal safety and security. As a lifelong firearms owner, Pat enjoys hunting, competitive and recreational shooting. All of Pat's courses always emphasize exercising responsible gun ownership and safety. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 361 Criminal Phycology with John Hearne Jan 30, 2024

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Today we will be joined by John Hearne. John Hearne has been a Federal law enforcement officer since 1992 and a firearms instructor since 2001. John has been a staff instructor for Tom Givens and Rangemaster Firearm Training Services, traveling the country and teaching firearms for armed citizens, law enforcement agencies, and military units. John has over 1,500 documented training hours from most of the respected training institutions and trainers such as GunSite, Thunder Ranch, Rogers Shooting School, Viking Tactics, Paul Howe, Masaad Ayoob, Ken Hackathorn, Larry Vickers, Louis Awerbuck, and many others. He has firearms instructor credentials from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Federal Bureau of Investigations, NRA Law Enforcement Activities Division, Paul Howe/CSAT, and Tom Givens/Rangemaster. We will have a little coffee, as we discuss the growing threats, criminal violence preparedness, as well as where our society and nation are headed. Do not miss this live stream! Follow John: www.rangemaster.com http://jhearne.com/ SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 360: Ken "Shadow" Goodman on '52 Blocks' or 'Jailhouse Rock.' Jan 03, 2024

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Ken "Shadow" Goodman. Ken "Shadow" Goodman, the founder and Chief Combatives Coach of 52 VtK, is a testament to the power of resilience and constant self-improvement. His journey began within the challenging confines of the New York State prison system, where he was a resident for a quarter-century. In this violent subculture, Ken honed his combat skills, intensively refining them for survival. His self-protection system, a product of years of meticulous development, was born and tested within these walls, proving its effectiveness time and again. Ken's introduction to the martial arts world occurred at age five and set the groundwork for his profound journey. He kick-started his training with fencing and the prison dirty-boxing style known as '52 Blocks' or 'Jailhouse Rock.' This foundation allowed Ken to complement his fighting style with conventional boxing, Ving Tsun, Kali, and Krav Maga in the later years. Today, Ken Shadow Goodman, the man who turned adversity into resilience, shares his expertise with the world, reinforcing the importance of self-protection and teaching the skills needed to make it a reality. Links to follow Ken: Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/52_vtk?utm_source=qr... Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/52VtK?mibextid=ZbWKwL Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos

Show # 359: Vehicle CQB Myths and Truths Dec 22, 2023

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by T.C. Fuller. We will discuss VCQB the good, bad and the total BS. JOIN US! T.C. Fuller is an experienced federal investigator and firearms trainer. He has spent his life carrying a firearm for the U.S. government. T.C. first served as an Army Infantry officer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal officer, before leaving the Army to accept an appointment as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). He spent the next 20 years working in all areas of investigative interest within the FBI, and served for several years as an instructor in the FBI's Firearms Training Unit in Quantico, VA. T.C. holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminology, as well as a Masters of Education in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. As a published writer, T.C. has written an innovative book on the topic of improving law enforcement deadly force training, as well as having written for several print magazines on the areas of law enforcement procedures, explosives, firearms and edged weapons. Among T.C.'s personal achievements, he has been awarded the U.S. Army's highest peace-time award for heroism, the Soldier's Medal. Besides finding, capturing and convicting a fugitive on the FBI's Top 10 Most Wanted list, T.C. has also been a successful competitive shooter for more than 20 years, earning a Master class certification from the International Defensive Pistol Association, winning numerous local, state and regional competitions along the way. He is now operating his own company, The Horus Group, LLC, which serves as a consultancy on firearms and training, as well as providing high-end, private firearms training for both armed professionals and citizens. VCQB Myths Article: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/exploring-myths-vcqb/ T.C.'s Website: https://www.thehorusgroup.net/ T.C.'s recent article: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/may-you-live-in.../ Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos

Show # 358: Sean Grogan of One Face Training Dec 13, 2023

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Sean Grogan of One Face Training. Sean Grogan is a former special investigations detective that spent his career with the Woodbridge, N.J. Police Department. In addition to spending the majority of his career in the narcotics unit as a detective, he was also a K-9 handler and gang investigator. He has conducted countless narcotics investigations and has assisted numerous agencies with various types of investigations. As a narcotics detective he utilized many confidential informants and executed a variety of search warrants resulting in numerous arrests and narcotics and currency seizures. He has traveled to Europe for advanced training in facial expressions and other non-verbal communication. Sean has also been certified as a trainer for the Body Language Institute in Alexandria, Virginia. Recognizing Sean's skill set, he was recruited by and worked for Joe Navarro's Body Language Academy as a mentor for the Body Language Expert Program. The role of mentor has allowed him to spread his knowledge to people around the world including 4 different continents. Sean has utilized his mastery of non-verbal communication during untold encounters with people as a law enforcement officer to conduct countless interviews with people in both formal and informal settings. Traveling throughout the United States since 2019, Sean provides training to law enforcement on non-verbal communication as an instructor for Street Cop Training, giving detectives, officers, investigators, and agents the advanced skills that can be used in a variety of settings. Sean's classes include 'Unmasking Hidden Facial Expressions', 'Body Language for Law Enforcement' & 'Recognizing Pre-Attack Indicators'. His book, Beware the Body, gives insight into aggression and aggression detection utilizing body language. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 357: Combat Leadership with Adam Walker Nov 29, 2023

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by retired Master Gunnery Sergeant Adam Walker. Join Us! Adam Walker left the Blue Ridge Mtns at 18, trading in a mullet and a jean jacket for some deuce gear and a high & tight. He spent 25 years as a Marine infantryman, slipping through the cracks to retire as a Master Gunnery Sergeant. Adam served three tours in Iraq and received the enemy marksmanship badge, also known as the Purple Heart. Having no tangible skills, Adam is a writer and speaker. You can follow his work at: takeitontheleftfoot.com Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 356: Human Trafficking - Detective Sam Day Nov 25, 2023

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Rich Brown is the Co-Host of America's leading Self-Defense podcast, the American Warrior Show. Join me for a discussion with Detective Sam Day. Sam served 10 years in corrections before becoming a Police Officer in 2004. Sam spent 7 1/2 years on Patrol and 4 years in SWAT, before being assigned to the Crime Suppression Unit. Sam was promoted to Detective in 2011 while working with the Gang Unit. Sam would later work for 2 years with the ATF TFO before his current assignment in the Vice Unit. In Vice Sam has conducted investigations into Human Trafficking, Prostitution, and illegal gambling. We will have a little coffee, a bit of news and events, upcoming content, and previous content you may have missed, but need to check out. Do not miss this live stream! Show Notes: American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 355: The Low Light Fight with Mike Seeklander Nov 10, 2023

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On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Show # 354: Inside the Air Marshal Shooting Program Nov 06, 2023

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