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Toby Harnden: Avenging 9/11 Dec 01, 2021

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Today's guest on Danger Close is Toby Harnden.

Toby Harnden is an accomplished author, editor and journalist, known for in-depth reporting, and fearless approach to writing. In fact, he was once even imprisoned in Zimbabwe for his reporting and has also faced prosecution in Northern Ireland related to his work. Toby reported from more than 30 countries during his time as a foreign correspondent for The Daily Telegraph and The Sunday Times of London.

He served as an officer in the Royal Navy and holds dual U.S. and British citizenship. Toby’s first book, Bandit Country, is a must read for those interested in understanding The Troubles in Northern Ireland.

His book Dead Men Risen: An Epic Story of War and Heroism in Afghanistan was awarded the prestigious Orwell Prize. He recently released his latest work, First Casualty: The Untold Story of the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11.

You can learn more at TobyHarnden.com

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Eli Crane Returns Nov 26, 2021

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(Note: This interview was recorded in January 2020 at the Las Vegas SHOT Show, prior to Eli’s official announcement that he would be running for Congress.)

If you’ve listened to past episodes of Danger Close, then today’s guest will be familiar to you. Eli Crane is a former Navy SEAL, the CEO of Bottle Breacher, a SIG Sauer brand ambassador, speaker, entrepreneur, and veterans’ advocate. Eli is also is running for Congress from the state of Arizona. Eli Crane first started making bottle openers from .50-caliber shells in his garage, but today the company has exploded and sells a ton of cool military / tactical inspired products. Eli has been featured in Entrepreneur.com, Coffee or Die, and ABC’s Shark Tank.

You can follow him on social media @elicrane_ceo and learn more about his campaign at eliforarizona.com.

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Dean Stott: British Special Boat Service Nov 24, 2021

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Today’s guest on Danger Close is Dean Stott.

Dean is a former operator in Great Britain’s Special Boat Service, a security consultant, adventurer, endurance athlete, and author. Dean served in the British military’s elite SBS before transitioning to the private sector following a parachuting accident in 2011. After a second career as a highly sought after security consultant focused on high-risk jobs involving extortion campaigns, kidnappings, pirates, military coups and civil unrest which included the evacuation of the Canadian Embassy in Libya, he set his sights on breaking a record in the Guinness Book of World Records.

The journey to break a world record led to breaking two records. He is the fastest person to ever to cycle the Pan-American Highway - from the southern tip of South America to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. He is also the first person ever to complete that journey in under 100 days. Dean is also a motivational speaker, addressing crowds of thousands with insights into topics like resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity. Dean is the author of the book Relentless: From SBS to World Record Breaker.

You can find him on Instagram @deanstott

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The Terminal List Series

Kyle Lamb: Special Operations Legend Nov 19, 2021

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For more than two decades, Sergeant Major Kyle Lamb, served in the United States Army, over fifteen of those years in 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment - Delta, more commonly referred to as Delta Force. In 1993, he was involved in the Battle of Mogadishu, depicted in the book and film Black Hawk Down. Kyle operated at the highest levels of special operations as an Assault Team Leader, Sniper Team Leader, Troop Sergeant Major, Combat Development Sergeant Major, and Task Force Sergeant Major.

Drawing on his combat experience from Mogadishu to Mosul, Kyle founded the tactical gear and training company Viking Tactics. As an industry leader in tactical shooting techniques and as the designer of combat proven gear to include the VTAC Sling Jack used in the SEAL Teams and still uses today, Kyle continues to lead and influence in the private sector, teaching leadership, shooting, and tactical courses to the military and law enforcement communities. He is the host of the Team VTAC Podcast and can often be found at the SIG SAUER Academy or hunting the backcountry.

He is the author of Leadership in the Shadows , Green Eyes and Black Rifles: The Warriors Guide to Combat Carbine , and Stay in the Fight: Warriors Guide to the Combat Pistol

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Peter Bergen: The Rise and Fall of Osama Bin Laden Nov 17, 2021

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Peter Bergen is an acclaimed journalist, terrorism and national security analyst, and author of the new book, The Rise and Fall of Osama Bin Laden, which examines the life, philosophy, influence, and personal contradictions of the infamous leader of al-Qaeda. Bergen famously interviewed bin Laden in 1997. Bergen currently serves as the Vice President for Global Studies & Fellows at New America and is New America’s director of the International Security and Future of War programs. He is also a national security analyst for CNN and a professor at Arizona State University where he co-directs the Center on the Future of War. Bergen is a member of the Homeland Security Experts Group and a fellow at Fordham University’s Center on National Security, and serves on the editorial board of one of the leading scholarly journal in the field of counter-terrorism: Studies in Conflict & Terrorism.

He has previously taught at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and the School of Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University. Along with his latest, Bergen has written and edited three New York Times best-selling books, along with four books that have been named among the best non-fiction books of the year by The Washington Post. He is also an Emmy winning documentary filmmaker. His works include Manhunt: The Ten-Year Search for Bin Laden from 9/11 to Abbottabad, United States of Jihad: Who Are America's Homegrown Terrorists, and How Do We Stop Them?, The Longest War: The Enduring Conflict between America and Al-Qaeda, Trump and His Generals: The Cost of Chaos, Drone Wars: Transforming Conflict, Law, and Policy, and more.

You can follow him on Twitter @peterbergencnn

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The November Reading List and Negative Reviews Nov 12, 2021

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Note: Today’s podcast has been adapted from Jack’s November Video Update. Be sure to subscribe to Jack’s YouTube channel to never miss new videos and content.

It’s that time: In this Friday’s episode of the Danger Close podcast, Jack reads and responds to some recent “negative” reviews of The Terminal List series -- and some thoughtful analysis of the books from readers.

Also, Jack breaks down his selections for the November reading list.

Presented by SIG Sauer.

Reading List

Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand

The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

The Winds of War by Herman Wouk

War and Remembrance by Herman Wouk

Once an Eagle by Anton Myrer

Jocko Willink: Discipline Equals Freedom Nov 10, 2021

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Jocko Willink is a retired Navy SEAL, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast / Jocko Podcast Underground / Warrior Kid Podcast / and Jocko Unraveling. He is the co-founder and CEO of Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting firm that helps others lead and win. He is also the co-owner of Origin USA, a Maine-based company bringing manufacturing back to the USA with American made Jiu-Jitsu GIs, jeans, boots, and Jocko Fuel Clean Energy drinks and nutritional supplements.

Jocko served for 20 years in the SEAL Teams and was the Task Unit Commander of Task Unit Bruiser during the Battle of Ramadi in 2006. Following Ramadi, Jocko took over as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams and put Jack through two of his pre-deployment workups when Jack was a Platoon Commander and Troop Commander.

Jocko is the author of Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, The Dichotomy of Leadership, Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual, Leadership Strategy and Tactics Field Manual, Mikey and the Dragons, and the Way of the Warrior Kid series. His latest book, Final Spin, is his debut work of fiction and explores the themes of brotherhood, love, suffering, happiness, and sacrifice.

In this episode, Jocko and Jack discuss their experiences in the SEAL Teams, Jocko’s new book, and what it would take for Jocko to enter the political arena.

You can follow Jocko on Instagram (@jockowillink), Twitter (@jockowillink) Facebook (@jkowillink), and the Jocko Podcast YouTube Channel

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Andrew Arrabito: Bladesmith, Hunter, SEAL Nov 05, 2021

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Note: This interview was originally recorded in Jan. 2020 at the Las Vegas SHOT Show. Andrew Arrabito is retired Navy SEAL, bladesmith, hunter, outdoorsman, and entrepreneur. He is the founder of the incredible knife company Half Face Blades, a creator of the apparel line Kill Bad Dudes, and the owner of War Paw Wines. He’s also a stuntman and actor who has appeared in films including Logan, 13 Hours and Transformers: Age of Extinction.

You can follow him and his businesses on Instagram @ specoperator, @ warpawwine, @ halffaceblades, and @ we_kbd .

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Simon Gervais: Royal Canadian Mounted Police Nov 03, 2021

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Simon Gervais is bestselling author, a veteran of the Canadian military, and a retired federal agent with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police specializing in counter-surveillance, drug investigation, and anti-terrorism. Before retiring to focus on writing full-time, Simon received extensive training in advanced reconnaissance and small-unit tactics in the military where he served as an infantry officer and was commissioned as a second lieutenant.

During his time as a federal agent, he worked alongside the American DEA deploying to the Middle East and Europe, conducted classified anti-terrorism operations, and eventually became a close-protection specialist where he served on the protection details for high profile figures including President Barack Obama and Queen Elizabeth II. Today, Simon is a bestselling author. His latest novel, The Last Protector, is on shelves now!

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Steven Pressfield: Live from Thunder Ranch Oct 29, 2021

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Note: This interview was originally recorded in May 2020 at Thunder Ranch. Today's bonus episode of Danger Close is with Steven Pressfield.

Steven Pressfield is a legendary author, Hollywood screenwriter and Marine Corps veteran. He has penned several bestselling novels including The Legend of Bagger Vance, Gates of Fire, Tides of War, The Virtues of War, The Afghan Campaign, and his latest, A Man at Arms, about the mercenary soldier Telamon of Arcadia.

Steven has also written numerous works of non-fiction including The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles, The Lion's Gate: On the Front Lines of the Six Day War, The Artist's Journey: The Wake of the Hero's Journey and the Lifelong Pursuit of Meaning, and others.

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