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Battleline Podcast

Kris "Tanto" Paronto & Ian Scottobattlelinepodcast.com
The switch is on! Battleline Podcast is your source for in-depth interviews and inspiration with the biggest names in the military and 2A communities. Hosted by Kris "Tanto" Paronto & Ian Scotto.
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Marine rescues puppy trapped in Arizona canyon

Zak Anderegg served as a Marine, and back in 2010 during a road trip to an Arizona slot canyon he rescued a dog who was left there to die. This is his story. A few years later he co-authored the book, "Rescuing Riley, Saving Myself: A Man and His Dog's Struggle to Find Salvation" with Pete Nelson through Skyhorse Publishing, available now in all formats at all major online book retailers. Watch his original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KE6xmuqum0 Follow us: http://instagram.com/battle...

Mar 15, 20211 hr 52 minEp. 74

Shannon Ritch, bare-knuckle boxer & MMA fighter

We are joined this episode by Shannon Ritch, a bare-knuckle boxer, MMA fighter, security contractor, and more. He is also the first Tanto Vodka sponsored athlete. Shannon runs Cannon BJJ out of Glendale, AZ which you can visit over at http://cannonbjj.com - His next fight is scheduled for 6/5 with Ragnarok in Norway VS Gaz Corran. You can follow Shannon "The Cannon" on Instagram @ShannonRitchMMA Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod To see for yoursel...

Mar 08, 20211 hr 31 minEp. 73

Hollie McKay, foreign affairs journalist

Hollie McKay is a national bureau correspondent, human rights journalist, and global risk specialist. She frequently reports on affairs in Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Pakistan, Yemen, and Myanmar from on the ground. Her work has been seen on Fox News. Additionally, she is the Outreach Director for Burnt Children Relief, who you can visit at http://helpbcrf.com. Her book "Only Cry for the Living: Memos From Inside the ISIS Battlefield" is available now for pre-order. Follow Hollie on Twitter ...

Mar 01, 20211 hr 41 minEp. 72

Jayden Panesso of Sylar

Jayden Panesso is the vocalist and founding member of Queens, NY based band Sylar. Sylar's music has been heard on ESPN's Monday Night Football, Sirius XM, and they've been a featured band on multiple major tours including Warped Tour. Jayden is also a producer and songwriter. Sylar's latest album is "Seasons" and you can follow them on all social media @SylarNY and follow Jayden @JaydenPanesso. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Visit http://battl...

Feb 22, 20211 hr 32 minEp. 71

David Parke, veteran Army Ranger/Navy diver/Marine

David Parke is a host on The Team House podcast and livestream alongside Jack Murphy. He has served as an Army Ranger sniper, Navy hardhat diver, and Marine. As a contractor he served in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. He is the author of "Coach with Courage: A Practical Guide for Overcoming Your Fear and Supercharging Your Coaching Practice" and co-authored "Counseling People who have Killed Other People: A Guide for Professional Counselors and Social Workers" with Richard K. Nongard. As an act...

Feb 15, 20211 hr 50 minEp. 70

Ben Morgan, Army Ranger & firearms instructor

Ben Morgan is a lead firearms instructor with Battleline Tactical and a retired Army Ranger and private military contractor. He is also an inventor of firearms innovations with his own company Morgan Timing Systems LLC. His most recent venture is with Tanto Vodka, which is now in dozens of stores in the state of Colorado. His story was also documented in Kris Paronto's latest book, "The Patriot's Creed: Inspiration and Advice for Living a Heroic Life." Sign up now for the next Battleline Tactica...

Feb 08, 20211 hr 54 minEp. 69

Clint Emerson, SEAL Team 6 vet & self-defense expert

Clint Emerson is a retired Navy SEAL and the man behind the 100 Deadly Skills series, as well as the Violent Nomad brand. His latest book is "100 Deadly Skills: Combat Edition" which includes QR codes for video demonstrations, available now wherever books are sold. Also available now is the 100 Deadly Skills TV show on the Warrior Poet Society Network which features names you've heard on the podcast demonstrating their self-defense expertise like Tier 1 operator Pat McNamara and Navy SEAL Rich G...

Feb 01, 20212 hr 1 minEp. 68

Noah Galloway

Noah Galloway served in the United States Army as a Sergeant. He is a combat veteran of the Iraq War where he lost both his left arm and left leg in combat. He is the author of “Living with No Excuses: The Remarkable Rebirth of an American Solider” published in 2016, and has been seen on network shows including Dancing With the Stars and American Grit. He was also featured on the cover of Men's Health, a dream he had to accomplish even prior to his injuries. Noah's website is http://www.noahgall...

Jan 25, 20211 hr 28 minEp. 67

Rod Rodriguez, USAR Warrant Officer & podcaster

Rod Rodriguez is an Army Reserve Warrant Officer & podcast host/producer over at ConnectingVets.com which is a part of Entercom. He also hosts Military Matters, a podcast with Stars & Stripes, alongside friend of the show Jack Murphy. You can find Military Matters and all of Rod's shows on all podcast platforms. You can also follow Rod on Twitter @rodpodrod Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% your first order with Ned or 20% off your...

Jan 18, 20211 hr 47 minEp. 66

Chaos erupts in DC, plus Gary Brugman reacts to Presidential Pardon

We answer your emails sent to us at battlelinepodcast@gmail.com, react to the events in DC this past week, plus former Border Patrol agent Gary Brugman joins the show. An exclusive interview on his reaction to receiving a full pardon from President Trump. To learn about Gary's full story, listen back to Episode 11. You can follow Gary on Instagram @gary.brugman Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to h...

Jan 11, 20212 hr 20 minEp. 65

Steve Covino, Sirius XM radio host & TV personality

Steve Covino is a radio and TV on-air talent who you've heard on Sirius XM and seen on ESPN & SNY. He is a host on Sirius XM Turbo, and probably best known for his daily show heard from 11 AM - 2 PM EST on Sirius XM Faction Talk called Covino & Rich alongside Rich Davis. Covino & Rich has just celebrated their 16th year on the platform, and their Best of 2020 show can be streamed now on the Sirius XM app. You can follow Covino & Rich on Twitter & Instagram @CovinoAndRich, and...

Jan 04, 20211 hr 30 minEp. 64

Will Chiarucci, sports podcast host

Will Chiarucci is the host of On The Board Sports with Shawn Thomas, and is a diehard New York sports fan. On The Board Sports is available everywhere you find podcasts. You can follow Will on Instagram & Twitter @WillChiarucci and follow the show on Twitter @OnTheBoardSport & Instagram @OnTheBoardSports. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code...

Dec 28, 20201 hr 26 minEp. 63

Scott Gearen, Air Force PJ

Scott Gearen survived a horrific parachute accident from 3,500 ft above while serving in Air Force pararescue. He not only lived to tell about it, but even re-enlisted back into the Air Force PJs. His career spans Operation Eager Anvil in Iraq during the time of Desert Storm, to a great deal of work with U.S. special operations in Europe. This story is documented in Kris's book "The Patriot's Creed: Inspiration and Advice for Living a Heroic Life." He has since written his own book on the very d...

Dec 21, 20201 hr 38 minEp. 62

Jeff Depatie, Canadian sniper/assaulter with Joint Task Force 2

Jeff Depatie served with Joint Task Force 2 as a sniper/assaulter. JTF2 is known as Canada's “Jewel in the Crown” of special operations and they hold the current record for longest confirmed kill at an amazing 3,540 meters. Currently Jeff runs The Special Forces Experience as the Chief Course Architect. Visit The Special Forces Experience online at http://TheSpecialForcesExperience.com and follow them on Instagram @specialforcesexperience. Follow Jeff's own page on Instagram @JeffDepatie_ Follow...

Dec 14, 20201 hr 56 minEp. 61

Mark Victor Hansen (co-creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul series) & Crystal Dwyer Hansen

Mark Victor Hansen is a New York Times best-selling author of various titles, including his world renowned series, "Chicken Soup for the Soul." His latest book is "Ask! The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny" co-authored with his wife Crystal Dwyer Hansen who joins for this episode as well. It is available everywhere books are sold. You can follow Mark on Twitter @MarkVHansen and on Instagram @MarkVictorHansen. Crystal is on Twitter @CrystalVision and on Instagram @CrystalDwyerHansen. Follo...

Dec 07, 20202 hr 10 minEp. 60

Andrews & Wilson, Navy veteran author team

Brian Andrews & Jeffrey Wilson are the authors of the Tier One thriller series based around protagonist Navy SEAL John Dempsey and Task Force Ember. Their latest book is "Collateral" (the sixth in the series) and it's available now from Blackstone Publishing on all formats everywhere books are sold. Both men are Navy veterans with impressive outside career experience as well. You can visit them online at http://Andrews-Wilson.com and follow them @AndrewsAndWilson on Instagram and @BAndrewsJW...

Nov 30, 20202 hr 7 minEp. 59

Jack Murphy, Army Ranger & Green Beret

Jack Murphy is a former Army Ranger & Green Beret, as well as the author of "Murphy's Law: My Journey from Army Ranger and Green Beret to Investigative Journalist." Jack is well known for his investigative pieces and is now writing for Connecting Vets (under the umbrella of Entercom.) Be sure to follow Jack Murphy on Twitter @JackMurphyRGR, Instagram @JackMcMurph, and subscribe to The Team House livestream on Youtube and wherever podcasts are available. Links to pieces referenced during the ...

Nov 23, 20201 hr 44 minEp. 58

DJ Qbert

DJ Qbert is a DJ with major accolades that include America's Best DJ 2010, DMC USA Champion 1991, DMC World Champion 1992 & 1993, and DMC DJ Hall of Fame. He has also been featured in video games including DJ Hero 2, and his music has been heard in Tony Hawk's Underground. He is arguably best known being a part of the collaboration Dr. Octagon with rapper Kool Keith and producer Dan the Automator. He's currently promoting the re-release of his album “GalaXXXian,” and his latest Wave Twisters...

Nov 16, 202057 minEp. 57

Julia Maki, Navy/National Guard & author

Julia Maki is a Navy veteran, and currently serving in Washington D.C.'s National Guard. She is the author of several books, the latest of which is "Guardians: Stories of the 2020 Civil Unrest in Washington D.C." It will be out this week on November 12th, available as an e-book on Amazon and elsewhere, but will be up for purchase in print format through her publisher at http://www.tactical16.com. You can visit Julia online at http://www.juliamaki.com and follow her on Twitter @JuliaMakiAuthor &a...

Nov 09, 20201 hr 37 minEp. 56

Renee Nickell, Gold Star sister & author

Renee Nickell is the author of "Always My Hero: The Road to Hope & Healing Following My Brother's Death in Afghanistan." Her brother was Marine Corps Major Samuel Griffith KIA in 2011. Renee's website is http://www.reneenickell.com/ and you can follow her on Instagram @renee_nickell & on Twitter @RMNickell. The great military charity she speaks of during the interview can be found at http://www.renewalcoalition.org/ Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/bat...

Nov 02, 20202 hr 9 minEp. 55

L. Christian Bussler, Marine Corps author

L. Christian Bussler is a retired Marine combat veteran and the author of "No Tougher Duty, No Greater Honor: A Memoir of a Mortuary Affairs Marine," available on all book formats. A portion of each sale is donated to Semper Fi Fund, EOD Warrior Foundation, and Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation for all physical copies. Further information is available through Christian's website at http://NoTougherDuty.com and you can follow him on Twitter @NoTougherDuty and on Instagram @No_Tougher_Duty. Fo...

Oct 26, 20201 hr 56 minEp. 54

Trump floats baseless SEAL Team Six conspiracy theory

On this episode we answer your questions sent to battlelinepodcast@gmail.com and also rebut a conspiracy theory sent out by the President regarding the UBL raid with SEAL Team Six. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code: Battleline

Oct 19, 20202 hr 5 minEp. 53

Leo Jenkins, Army Ranger & author

Leo Jenkins is a 75th Ranger Regiment medic & combat veteran. He is an author of several books, the latest being "war{n}pieces" available now. Leo has also competed in the CrossFit Games and is an enthusiast of outdoor athletics. You can follow Leo on Twitter @Leo_Jenkins_ and on Instagram @Leo_Jenkins. Pick up his book here: https://www.amazon.com/war-n-pieces-Leo-Jenkins/dp/1733809910 Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Sc...

Oct 12, 20201 hr 25 minEp. 52

Joshua Travis of Emmure & formerly Glass Cloud

Joshua Travis is a guitar virtuoso currently of Emmure, formerly of Glass Cloud & The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza. He currently also has several songs out with Andy Cizek of Monuments & Makari. Emmure has a new album out now titled, "Hindsight." You can follow Josh on Instagram & Twitter @TheJoshuaTravis. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use p...

Oct 05, 20202 hr 3 minEp. 51

Diamond Dallas Page

Diamond Dallas Page is a a WWE Hall of Famer who has held multiple titles in the WWE and WCW. He has acted in several films including "The Devil's Rejects" directed by Rob Zombie. More recently, he is the creator of fitness regimen DDPY. You can visit him online at http://www.diamonddallaspage.com which has links to DDPY and all his social media. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscott...

Sep 28, 20202 hrEp. 50

J.T. Patten, author and intelligence advisor

J.T. Patten has worked as an intelligence contractor with the U.S. government and military special operations. He is the author of several books including the Safe Havens series, the latest installment of which is available now titled "Presidential Retreat." His website is http://www.JTPattenBooks.com and you can follow him on all social media @JTPattenBooks Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Visit our friends at Mid-Evil Industries for the only fu...

Sep 21, 20201 hr 39 minEp. 49

Tom Block & reflecting on 9/11 Benghazi

This episode was recorded on 9/11 so we reflect heavily on what this day means to Kris on the anniversary of the attacks on Benghazi, and of course The World Trade Center. We are also joined by Sgt. Tom Block. Block is an Army Ranger combat veteran with many distinguished achievements. He was also the 2014 Army Times Solider of the Year. His story is documented in Kris's latest book "The Patriot's Creed" available now. You can follow Tom on Instagram @TommyBlock52. Follow us: http://instagram.co...

Sep 14, 20201 hr 36 minEp. 48

Damien Lewis, military history writer & war reporter

Damien Lewis is a best-selling author, military historian, and former war reporter. His latest book "Churchill's Hellraisers: The Thrilling Secret Mission to Storm a Forbidden Nazi Fortress" focuses on the British SAS, SBS, and origins of special operations during World War II. It is available now. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code: Battleline...

Sep 07, 20202 hr 16 minEp. 47

Combat vet Jason Piccolo talks Clown Motel 2

Jason Piccolo is an Army combat veteran, law enforcement officer with work at the border, an author, podcaster, and he will be in the upcoming film "Clown Motel 2" which we get into. You can find him on Instagram & Twitter @DrJasonPiccolo, and be sure to check out The Protectors podcast. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code: Battleline For 15% y...

Aug 31, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 46

James Powell, former CIA Intelligence Officer & Marine

James Powell is a writer who has worked as a CIA intelligence officer and served in the Marine Corps for 10 years. His focus with the CIA was on full spectrum intelligence operations related to the Middle East, South America, and Africa, as well as liaison duties with foreign and US intelligence partners. James has also worked in the nuclear security industry. He holds a BA in History and Political Science. You can follow him on Twitter @JPowell1192. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepod...

Aug 24, 20202 hr 7 minEp. 45
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