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Don Bentley and Alan Mack: Forgotten War Apr 26, 2023

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On today’s episode, Jack is joined by U.S. Army veterans and authors Don Bentley and Alan Mack.

Don spent 10 years as an Apache Helicopter Pilot for the U.S. Army. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with valor for actions in Afghanistan.

He is the creator of the Matt Drake thriller series, which includes Hostile Intent, The Outside Man, and Without Sanction. He is also the author of the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan Jr. novels Zero Hour, Target Acquired, and Flash Point.

The newest addition to the Matt Drake series, Forgotten War, is out now.

CW5 Alan Mack is a Master Aviator who has logged more than 6,700 hours of flight; over 3,200 of those hours were flown with night vision goggles. For his actions in Desert Storm, Afghanistan, and Iraq he was awarded the Legion of Merit, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, three Bronze Star Medals, 10 Air Medals; one with Valor device, Combat Action Badge, and the Army Broken Wing award

Alan is the author of the book Razor 03: A Night Stalker’s Wars. The book chronicles Alan’s experiences in Army Aviation and as a team lead in the opening months of the war in Afghanistan.

You can learn more about Don at donbentleybooks.com. To learn more about Alan, you can visit alancmack.com.

Be sure to follow both of them on Twitter @bentleydonb and @alancmack2015

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Geraint Jones: Brothers in Arms Apr 19, 2023

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Today’s guest is Geraint Jones.

Geraint is an author and Welsh military combat veteran.

He completed three combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, earning the General Officer Commanding's Award for Gallantry. Following his service in the Middle East, he was selected for the Reconnaissance Platoon. After the military, Geraint protected commercial shipping against Somalian and Nigerian-based piracy.

Geraint is also the New York Times bestselling author of the Blood Forest series, The Raven and the Eagle series, Sugarman, Lost in the Fire, and Brothers in Arms. His latest book, Escape from Kabul, is out now.

His podcast, Veteran State of Mind, is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

You can follow him on Instagram @grjbooks

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Gary Sinise: Grateful American Apr 12, 2023

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Today’s guest is award-winning actor, director, and New York Times bestselling author, Gary Sinise.

A generation of moviegoers remember Gary’s portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in Forrest Gump, a performance that garnered Best Supporting Actor nominations from the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild, and the Academy Awards. He was also recognized with the Commander’s Award from the Disabled American Veterans foundation for the role. He has appeared in numerous films including Apollo 13, Snake Eyes, Ransom, Imposter, The Green Mile, Mission to Mars, and The Human Stain.

On television, Gary starred as Jack Garrett on Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders and Detective “Mac” Taylor on CSI: New York. More recently, he played Dr. Robert Ellman on Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why.

In 2017, Gary received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Throughout his career, Gary has been an advocate for America’s service members. He currently serves on the President’s Advisory Group for the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, the Community Council for Hope for Warriors, and as an honorary board member for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). He is also the founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, which seeks to give back to America’s defenders, veterans, and first responders. In 2003, Gary founded the “Lt. Dan Band,” a 13-piece cover band that plays concerts benefiting military charities.

Gary has won several awards in recognition of his work with servicemembers, veterans, and their families, including the Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment, the Patriot Award, the Spirit of the USO Award, and the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. In 2008, he received the Presidential Citizens Medal, the second-highest civilian honor award for service to the nation.

His autobiography, Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service, chronicles Gary discovering his calling to make sure America’s defenders are never forgotten.

You can learn more about Gary at www.garysinise.com on Instagram @garysiniseofficial

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Rusty Firmin: 'The Man With No Gloves' and the 1980 Iranian Embassy Siege Apr 05, 2023

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Today’s guest is legendary SAS operator Rusty Firmin.

Rusty Firmin served in the British Army for 27 years, most of them at the highest levels of special operations.

Famously known as “the man with no gloves,” Rusty served as the SAS Blue Team lead during the 1980 Iranian Embassy Siege in London that resulted in the rescue of 19 hostages.

Rusty recounts his experiences in the SAS in his books, Go! Go! Go! The SAS. The Iranian Embassy Siege. The True Story. and The Regiment: 15 Years in the SAS. Go! Go! Go! was the inspiration behind the major motion picture, 6 Days, starring Jamie Bell, Mark Strong, and Abbie Cornish.

Following his time in the SAS, Rusty transferred his skills to the private security industry consulting for diamond mines in West Africa, global news organizations, corporations, actors, Olympic teams, and foreign dignitaries.

You can learn more about Rusty at rusty-firmin.com and by following him on Twitter @RustyFirmin

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Larry Loftis: The Watchmaker’s Daughter Mar 29, 2023

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Today’s guest is award-winning author Larry Loftis.

In addition to being a two-time Florida Books Awards winner, Larry is also the New York Times bestselling author of The Princess Spy: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones, Code Name: Lise: The True Story of the Spy Who Became WWII’s Most Highly Decorated Woman, and Into the Lion’s Mouth: The True Story of Dusko Popov: World War II Spy, Patriot, and the Real-Life Inspiration for James Bond.

His fourth book, The Watchmaker’s Daughter: The True Story of World War II Heroine Corrie ten Boom, is available now.

Before becoming a full-time author, Larry was an AV-rated lawyer. He has published scholarly articles in the National Law Journal, Florida Bar Journal, and Florida Banking.

You can learn more about Larry by visiting larryloftis.com and following him on Instagram @larryloftis

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Landon Beach, Scott Brick, and Ray Porter: Narrator Mar 22, 2023

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On today’s episode of Danger Close, Jack is joined by Landon Beach, Scott Brick, and Ray Porter for a discussion on Beach’s latest thriller, Narrator, and the art of audiobook narration.

About Ray Porter:

Listeners will know Ray Porter as the voice of the Terminal List series.

An acclaimed actor and narrator, Ray has provided the voice for hundreds of audiobooks, including the entire The Terminal List series.

Ray has a decades-long career as an actor, spending nearly 20 years in Shakespearean productions. He has appeared in TV shows and movies including Modern Family, Sons of Anarchy, Argo, ER, Almost Famous, and recently in Zack Snyder's Justice League, starring as the villain Darkseid.

You can learn more about Ray by following him on Instagram @the.ray.porter or on Twitter @Ray_Porter

About Scott Brick:

Scott Brick is an actor, writer, and award-winning audiobook narrator.

He has won over 60 Earphone Awards, five Audie Awards, and five SOVAS Awards for voiceover. In the first five years of his career, he recorded 250 titles. Now, over 20 years in, Scott has narrated more than 900 audiobooks, including Jurassic Park, the Jack Reacher series, the Hunt for Red October, and Narrator.

You can learn more about Scott at scottbrick.com

About Landon Beach:

Landon Beach is an author, former Naval Officer, and teacher.

He is an award-winning novelist known for The Great Lakes Saga and Sunrise-Side Mystery series. The Great Lakes Saga consists of five novels: The Wreck, The Sail, The Cabin, The Hike, and The Bay, which is scheduled to release in July 2024.

His private investigator series, Sunrise-Side Mystery, currently has two titles: Huron Breeze and Huron Nights. The next two novels in the series, The Blue Hour Sanction and Huron Sunrise, will be available later this year. Landon’s critically acclaimed standalone psychological thriller, Narrator, was released last summer. Scott Brick narrated the audiobook.

Before becoming a full-time author, Landon graduated from the United States Naval Academy and served as a Surface Warfare Officer. Following his service, Landon spent 15 years as an educator.

You can learn more about Landon at landonbeachbooks.com

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Clint and Lisa Hill: Five Days in November Mar 15, 2023

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On today’s episode, Jack is joined by Clint Hill and Lisa McCubbin Hill.

Clint is a retired United States Secret Service Special Agent and Assistant Director who served five presidential administrations from 1958 to 1975: Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, and Ford.

The defining moment of his career came when he jumped onto the back of the presidential limousine in an effort to protect President Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy during the President’s assassination.

Lisa McCubbin Hill is an award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author.

In 2009, while working with Gerard Blaine on The Kennedy Detail: JFK's Secret Service Agents Break Their Silence, Lisa met Clint Hill, convincing him to share the memories he buried for 50 years. Today, Clint credits Lisa with helping him “find a reason to live, not just exist.”

Together, Lisa and Clint have co-authored several New York Times bestselling books including Mrs. Kennedy and Me, a memoir of the four years Clint spent with Jacqueline Kennedy, Five Days in November, an account of the Kennedy assassination, and Five Presidents: My Extraordinary Journey with Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon and Ford, covering the period from 1958 to 1975.

Their latest My Travels with Mrs. Kennedy is available now.

You can learn more about Clint and Lisa by visiting clinthillsecretservice.com and lisamccubbin.com

You can follow them on Instagram @lisamccubin and @clinthill_ss

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Peter Zeihan Returns: China, Ukraine, and What Comes Next Mar 08, 2023

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Today’s guest is an expert on geopolitics with unique insights into global conflicts.

Peter Zeihan is a geopolitical strategist, renowned author, speaker, and consultant. His work includes analyses of global politics, demographics, and geography to better understand economic, cultural, political, and military developments to predict future trends. His firm Zeihan on Geopolitics provides custom analytical products to an array of clients including energy companies, financial institutions, agricultural interests, and the U.S. military.

Zeihan is the New York Times bestselling author: The Accidental Superpower, The Absent Superpower, Disunited Nations, and The End of the World Is Just the Beginning.

Find out more at Zeihan.com

You can also follow Peter on Twitter @PeterZeihan

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Vincent Vargas: Borderline Mar 01, 2023

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Vincent “Rocco” Vargas is a special operations combat veteran, former Homeland Security Federal Agent, actor, writer, and producer.

During his 12 years of service, Vincent went on three combat deployments with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. After leaving active duty, he joined the Army Reserves as Sergeant First Class. In 2009, he became a Federal Agent with the Department of Homeland Security, where he worked extensively on the United States-Mexico border, serving as a medic with the Special Operations Group.

In an effort to help other veterans, Vincent founded Beteran, an apparel company where 50% of all proceeds go toward helping veterans seek treatment for trauma and transition back to civilian life.

As an actor, Vincent is known for his role as “Gilly” on Mayans MC, as well as in films including Range 15, Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace, and Dark of Light. Today, Vincent is the Head of Marketing at the security services firm The North Group.

His new book, Borderline: Defending the Home Front, will be released in November.

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Ric Prado: Black Ops [Rebroadcast] Feb 22, 2023

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Note: This episode originally aired in April 2022.

Today’s guest is legendary CIA paramilitary and operations officer Enrique “Ric” Prado.

Ric is a retired CIA operations officer who specialized in paramilitary, counter-terrorism and special/clandestine operations. Escaping Cuba as a child amidst the violence of Castro’s Cuban Revolution, he would go on to retire as the CIA equivalent of a two-star general after serving for twenty-four years in the nation’s premier intelligence service which included 36 months as the first CIA officer to live in the anti-Sandinista “Contra” camps and later as Deputy Chief of Station of the original Bin Laden Task Force.

His new New York Times bestselling memoir Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Officer takes a deep dive into a truly exceptional career filled with assassins, terrorists, spies and revolutionaries. Prado’s memoir highlights not only the complexities of America’s shadow wars, but the extreme courage, creativity and perseverance it takes to execute such missions inside the most demanding and hostile environments.

You can learn more about Ric Prado at ricprado.com

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