Joining us on the show are Gina Keating & Dustin Heard for this Battleline exclusive coinciding with the release of their book. Gina is the author of "Raven 23: How The Department of Justice Betrayed American Heroes," and Dustin is one of the men who was a part of that Blackwater team, imprisoned and later pardoned by President Trump. The book is out TODAY, pick it up. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions product...
Aug 13, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 304
We had some great guests join Battleline in Quarter 2 of 2025. Here are just a few of them spotlighted! Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you use the code Battleline - https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fsm.com & use promo code: Battleline Photonis Defe...
Aug 05, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 303
We start off this epsiode paying our respects to the great Hulk Hogan & Ozzy Osbourne. We also discuss a recent very disturbing story involving the SIG Sauer M18 that you need to hear. Our guest is Christopher Brewer, retired Special Forces Officer & Army Ranger with 38 years of combined service. Brewer was a Ranger during the eariest years of 1st Ranger Battalion. He is the author "Old Scroll Ranger" & "In the Shadows Between the Wars," both books are available now. Follow us: http:...
Jul 29, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 302
Guest-free this episode, and we discuss some recent happenings including Shawn Ryan gifting Gavin Newsom a SIG handgun on his show. What was up with that? We give our takes and a whole lot more. Don't miss it. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you use the code Battleline - https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE For 15% of...
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 301
It's our 300th Episode celebration! We discuss how the show has been for us since late 2019, we address Tim Kennedy's recent admission of stolen valor, and also joining us later on in the episode is great friend of the show and UFC legend Andrei Arlovski! You can follow Andrei on Instagram & X @AndreiArlovski Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com For full vi...
Jul 16, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 300
Michael Ciociola and Michael Jr. of Calvary Christian Center join us on this episode to talk about A Grateful Nation Remembers. This is the event held at the California based church every year on Memorial Day to honor heroes. This year Kris was the keynote speaker, and was blown away by what they do, so we figured we'd have them on to talk about the history of the event and what goes into it. You can can learn more about the church at http://cccyc.net and @CalvaryCCYC on Instagam. Follow Michael...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 299
On this guest-free show we cover some of the latest happenings, reflect on changes in the media landscape, and tease out our upcoming 300th episode. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com For full video of this episode, head over to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@battlelinepodcast
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 298
Mir Bahmanyar joins us on this episode, a historian, Army Ranger, and author. The latest book of his "The Houdini Club: The Epic Journey and Daring Escapes of the First Army Rangers of WWII" is available now. Learn more about Mir at http://mirbahmanyar.com Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you use the code Battleline - https://www.b...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 297
Our anonymous guest this week reached out after we had VA whistleblower "Johnny" on back for Episode 282 in March. She's a long time employee of Veterans Affairs, is a doctor, and has evidence of further corruption at the VA that she wanted to expose. She gets into what she sees as a greater effort to privatize more components of veterans healthcare with the Trump administration. We get into all of this, as well as what Kris has been up to being away from the show the past three weeks. Follow us...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 296
Navy diver John Marsack is on to discuss his career, and more importantly his work with Project Recover in helping to find the remains of missing heroes from WWII. We get into how this is at all possible, and what the organization is doing. Learn more about them at http://projectrecover.org Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE .. All purchases help to su...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 295
Andrew Goldsmith served as a machine gunner and team leader in the Army with multiple deployments to Iraq. He is a self-described "Mediocre Infantryman" who went through Ranger School, and that is the subject of his latest book. Beyond the military, he is a practicing attorney, black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, and an avid skateboarder. His first book was "Zarqawi's Ice Cream" back in 2011, and his latest is "The Mediocre Infantryman's Guide to Ranger School" published by Double Dagger Books. Visi...
Jun 03, 2025•58 min•Ep. 294
We hope that you enjoyed your long Memorial Day weekend honoring the fallen. On this episode we are joined by Marine Corps veteran Josh Bates who authored "The Baghdad Shuffle," available now. It is a gritty military novel from someone who lived that life. You can follow Josh on Instagam @hardboiled_alive Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fsm.com & use promo code: Battleline For 20% off y...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 293
Sean Kirk & Phil Otto from Photonis are back on this episode to talk night vision and much more. Sean Kirk is the VP of Photonis Night Vision Systems, Phil Otto is the Sales Manager at Photonis and a former law enforcement officer, CIA contractor, and Marine. You can follow Photonis Defense on X & Instagram @PhotonisDefense. Phil is on Instagram @NOCWorks. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod Photonis Defense is the global leader in night vision so...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 292
Jeremy Mitchell is an instructor with Battleline Tactical, an Army veteran, and an author. On this episode we get into his experience working security at Guantanamo Bay, situational awareness, and what inspired his book. Keep up with everything Battleline Tactical at https://battlelinetactical.com/ and follow on Instagram @officialbattlelinetactical and on X @BattlelineLLC - Order Jeremy's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Psychantasmagoric-Linguistic-Communication-Synergistic-Consciousness/dp/B...
May 13, 2025•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 291
Over the years, we've been blessed with some incredible guests on Battleline including a lot of really great rock musicians. This episode spotlights some of the best of them that we've featured from 2023 to 2024, compiled here for you to relive and enjoy. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off your first purchase with Ned go to http://helloned.com/BATTLELINE For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://...
May 06, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 290
Phil Halton is a former Canadian Army Officer and security contractor who has deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq. He is more recently the author of several books, the latest of which is "Red Warning." With Double Dagger Books, Canada's only military and security-focused publisher, he assists other vets in getting out their stories as well. On this episode we focus on the war in Afghanistan and Phil's perspective on how the war was handled. Phil's website is http://philhalton.com and you can follow...
Apr 29, 2025•56 min•Ep. 289
Dean Cameron, best known for classic 80s and 90s comedies like "Summer School" and "Ski School," joins us on this episode. We talk the highs and lows of acting in Hollywood, his connection to Steel Panther, and a whole lot more. Dean has a song coming out April 30th called "Surgeons" and a bunch of movies in the works that he speaks on during this interview. Visit http://deancameron.com and follow Dean Cameron on X @DeanCameron and on Instagram @TheDeanCameron RIP to Adam Ralston & Walter St...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 288
Brad Taylor is a New York Times best-selling author and former Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel. "Into the Gray Zone" the 19th book in the Pike Logan series he created and it is available everywhere books are sold April 22nd, pre-order now! On this episode we get into his military career and what people can expect from this latest installment in the series. Brad's site is http://bradtaylorbooks.com and you follow Brad on X and Instagram @BradTaylorBooks Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelin...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 287
Can you believe we are into the second quarter of 2025? Mind blown. We had some incredible guests so far this year, so here's a special Best Of spotlighting a few of them. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com For 15% off your first purchase with Ned go to http://helloned.com/BATTLELINE
Apr 08, 2025•46 min•Ep. 286
Kegan "Smurf" Gill a former military pilot who survived the fastest ever Naval aviation ejection. On here he discusses how he overcame that only to deal with even worse mental trauma to come. He credits alternative psychedelic therapies in dealing with some of this which we dive into as well. He is the author of "Phoenix Revival" available now, and we highly recommend you pick it up. Follow Kegan on Instagram @KeganSmurfGill and visit his website at http://kegangill.com Follow us: http://instagr...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 285
We are joined by retired Army Master Sergeant Erinn Watkins. Erinn is also the author of "Pathfynder: How I Use Personal Courage and Emotional Control to Face Fear, Build Success, and Get What I Want." She served as one of the first female Army Pathfinders which inspired the title of her book. Her book is available now. Go to her website at http://ErinnSpeaks.com and you can find her on Facebook @MSGErinnWatkins & on X @MSG_Watkins504. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http:/...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 284
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a former Border Agent & Army veteran who has been on with us several times before. He is the author of several books, his latest of which is "Pivot: From Military Service to Public Purpose" available now on Amazon. On this episode we discuss human trafficking issues at the border that aren't being addressed, and corruption on politics. Be sure to follow Jason on X & Instagram @DrJasonPiccolo and check out The Protectors Podcast on all podcast platforms. Follow us: ht...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 283
We are joined by an anonymous whistleblower "Johnny," who works at Veterans Affairs and is exposing massive corruption. "Johnny" is a veteran himself and he says the Department is screwing over veterans, and he has the evidence to demonstrate it. Follow him on X @VBAverybrokenagency to learn more. This episode is a must-listen! Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm....
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 282
Recorded at The Team House, we are joined in studio by Jason Lyons & Jack Murphy. Jason is a former CIA Intelligence Officer & Marine, he also hosts the Eyes On Podcast. Jack is a Green Beret, Army Ranger, and author who many of you know best from The Team House. Be sure to check out their shows on all podcast platforms. Jason is on Instagram @jlyo7_3 & Jack is @JackMcMurph Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Muni...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 281
John "Tig" Tiegen joins us for the first time since 2020 to discuss the recent public attacks on the GRS team, and his first-hand recollection of what went down that night in 2012. Tig is a Marine, firearms instructor, public speaker, and more recently ran for Mayor of Colorado Springs. Tig's website is http://TigTiegen.com and you can follow him on X & Instagram @TigTiegen Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! N...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 280
Juan Espinoza is a combat veteran with the 101st Airborne Infantry. His memoir "Unbroken: Turning Pain Into Purpose" is a very candid account of some of the hardships he's endured and lessons that he's learned. We get into what inspired the book, and what lessons he hopes to get across to readers. It's available now and you can learn more at https://juanespinoza.me/ Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products go to...
Feb 18, 2025•59 min•Ep. 279
On this guest-free episode we cover some news happening both domestically & internationally this week. We also get into some jackassery as Kris would say. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body with their proprietary superblend with 3 forms of chelated magnesium, GABA, L-theanine, and over 70 trace minerals. It propels memory, mood, brain function, stress response, nerve and muscle health,...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 278
Hollie McKay is a journalist, author, and war reporter. On this episode we get into how her life has gone through a major change since becoming a mother. Her latest book is a fiction novel, "The Dictator’s Wife," available now. She also now hosts her own podcast, Dispatches on Parenting Across Cultures. Follow Hollie on X & Instagram @HollieSMcKay Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bub...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 277
Friend of the show, Force Recon Marine, and a true subject matter expert in aviation KG Spradley joins us on this Annex Episode. He breaks down exactly what may have went wrong in the tragic DC plane collision that took place earlier in the week. Note that this was recorded prior to the more recent Philadelphia plane crash and this is why we do not touch on that. KG's book "War Junkie: A Cautionary Tale" is available now, go pick it up. He is on Instagram @KGSpradleyAuthor and on X @CommandoAuth...
Feb 01, 2025•37 min
Longtime friend of the show and CIA Targeter Sarah Adams is back. Sarah is best known by this audience as co-authoring "Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy" with Dave "Boon" Benton, as well as her highly praised appearances on The Shawn Ryan Show. We get into many topics here including holding the terrorists behind the Benghazi attacks accountable, thoughts on the new Presidential administration, national security, and much more. Be sure to pick up the book, and follow Sarah on Instagram @AskariMediaGroup ...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 276
