The Protectors® with Jason Piccolo

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#178 | Bobby Bushcraft | Photographer | Former LEO Jan 17, 2021

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Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead. Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports. Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”. We talk about our mutual admiration of customs knives and how tough it is to get a custom knife before they sell out! Bobby closes out the interview talking about his time as a Protector.

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#177 | Brad Taylor | NYT Best-Selling Author | American Traitor Jan 05, 2021

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Kicking off the New Year with an excellent guest! Brad Taylor joined The Protectors to talk about his new book AMERICAN TRAITOR, military transition, “Unit” selection, and what it takes to operate at the tip of the spear.

About Brad: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas. Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry. Brad served for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel. During that time he held numerous Infantry and Special Forces positions, including eight years in 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment – Delta where he commanded multiple troops and a squadron. He has conducted operations in support of US national interests in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other classified locations.

About AMERICAN TRAITOR: Pike Logan must divert two world powers from engaging in a major conflict that could ignite a war in this pulse-pounding thriller from New York Times bestselling author and former Special Forces officer Brad Taylor.

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#176 | Adam Kinakin | Host of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast Dec 10, 2020

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Adam Kinakin joined the show to talk about realistic law enforcement training, that we don’t know everything and a ton of other topics. Adam is a former Infantry Officer and hosts The Tactical Breakdown Podcast

ABOUT ADAM: Adam Kinakin is the host and producer of The Tactical Breakdown Podcast. A former Infantry Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, he has had the honor to work alongside some of the best Military and Law Enforcement Instructors and Educators in the world.

Now located in Winnipeg, MB, Adam spends his time training, coaching, and consulting for Private Agencies across Canada. Adam is an accredited Instructor and Trainer under both the Justice and Solicitor General for Alberta and the Manitoba Department of Justice. He is also an active member of the International Law Enforcement Educators & Trainers Association (ILEETA).

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#175 | Karen Worcester | Wreaths Across America Dec 02, 2020

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Wreaths Across America is a go at Arlington! Karen Worcester joined the show to talk about Arlington and the current state of Wreaths Across America. We go into the origins of how they got started and how they have grown. Their saying is… REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

You can support them this year by going to wreathsacrossamerica.com/theprotectors or go right to their website. There is still a big need to fund this year.

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#174 | Ron Holmes | Ryker USA Dec 01, 2020

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Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production. Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).

About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Recon and Marine Special Operations Command. Ron’s concept for the Ryker Grip™ was originally to enable people with shoulder injuries to continue to shoot effectively by optimizing and enhancing shooting ergonomics. He, along with two other veterans, formed Ryker USA, Inc. to bring the Innovation to market.

https://rykerusa.com/

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#173 | Barbara Allen | Gold Star Wife & American Snippets Co-Host Nov 24, 2020

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We all have a circle of friends and associates. As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in. Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle. We also talk about vetting our inner circle.

Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top podcast, American Snippets.
https://barballenspeaks.com/

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#172 | Craig Henderson | Extractlabs | PROTECTORS Short Nov 21, 2020

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PROTECTORS SHORT: What exactly is CBD (Cannabidiol)? Will it cause you to fail a drug test? How does it help with pain? Where can I buy it? We answer these questions in this video.
Craig Henderson of EXTRACTLABS joined me to talk all things CBD. Here is a snapshot of Craig's Protector background "Craig spent most of his childhood on a Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California. Immediately after finishing high school in Southern Indiana, Henderson entered into military service, serving as an infantryman and Team Leader with 1 Battalion 27th Infantry during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2002 to 2006. Over the course of his military career, he was twice nominated for a Bronze Star and received an ARCOM with Valor award while serving in Iraq."
https://www.extractlabs.com/

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#171 | Sean Matson | Matbock Nov 13, 2020

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Sean Matson joined The Protector Life to talk about Matbock’s mission. A mission to bring lighter and warrior ready gear from thought to production to those that need it. Sean is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments, he co-founded Matbock a veteran-owned and operated company.

Matbock’s Mission Statement: Our mission is to design lighter and more practical equipment for every environment. Our personal experiences involving continued operations in multiple theaters have led to our basic foundation - ounces equal pounds and lighter warriors are faster warriors. We constantly strive to provide our warriors with the most effective and efficient gear possible.

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#170 | Brent Cooper | Green Beret Foundation Nov 11, 2020

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Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation. They have a mission. A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are. In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.

This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags. Head here https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear! From flags to patches to hats, Combat Flags is where it is at!

About the Green Beret Foundation: At the Green Beret Foundation, we honor our commitment to Green Berets past and present by providing Special Forces Soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate, and ongoing support.

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#169 | Cheree Tham | America’s Warrior Partnership Nov 11, 2020

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I spoke with Cheree Tham, Vice President of Programs and Initiatives for America’s Warrior Partnership tonight. Her organization is seeking to help prevent future suicide and non-natural deaths among veterans. They need data!

CALL TO ACTION |||| MISSION ROLL CALL makes a Veterans Day appeal for more families of vets who have taken their own lives to take part in study aimed at stopping veteran suicides. Combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, and Mission Roll Call Executive Director, Garrett Cathcart is using the week of Veterans Day (November 9th) to call on the families of veterans who have died by suicide to contribute to their “Operation Deep Dive” initiative (conducted through the University of Alabama and funded by the Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation) to improve mental healthcare services for veterans.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? By participating in an Operation Deep Dive interview that aims to investigate the lives of former service members lost to suicide or a non-natural cause of death (overdose, asphyxiation, accidental gunshot, drowning, suicide by law enforcement, or high-speed, single-driver accident) within the last 24 months.

WHAT IS THE GOAL? The goal is to examine how the deceased service member was engaged within the community and how the community can better support our service members in the future.

For more information https://www.americaswarriorpartnership.org/deep-dive

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