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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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Episodes

Electrocutioner

Ian in studio this episode with New York thrash metal band and long time friends Electrocutioner. We talk growing up on Long Island, the state of the metal scene, and the guys love of professional wrestling. Follow them on Instagram @electrocutioner.thrash and pick up the latest album "False Idols." The videos for "Heaven's Gate" and "Seven Lamps of Fire" are available now to watch on Youtube. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your fir...

Jul 23, 20241 hr 36 minEp. 249

IDF Reservist Doron Keidar on fighting the war against Hamas

Doron Keidar is a member of IDF with Reserve Duty since 2006, prior serving in a combat unit beginning in 2003. He has 18 years of executive protection experience with BHS Security in Jerusalem, and offers us some important insight into the situation with the ongoing war Israel is fightning against Hamas. He is the founder of Cry For Zion and the host of The Doron Keidar Podcast. Visit http://cryforzion.com to learn more about the organization and follow Doron on Instagram @DoronKeidar Follow us...

Jul 16, 20241 hr 58 minEp. 248

BREAKING: President Trump survives assassination attempt

BREAKING: President Trump has just survived an assasination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania. Benghazi attack survivor and executive protection expert Kris Paronto joins Ian to give his take on what went down.

Jul 14, 202412 min

Hunting enthusiast Gage Wilson of Fort Scott Munitions

Gage Wilson is the man in charge of digital media for Fort Scott Munitions, and is an avid hunter. On this episode, Kris and Gage are in studio and get into coyote hunting in Kansas, ammo, nightvision, Gage's hunting trip with the FSM team to South Africa, and media censorship. Follow Gage on Instagram @gage__wilson and FSM @fortscottmunitions Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsn...

Jul 09, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 247

Guns & mental health discussion w/ Walk The Talk America

We are joined by Michael Sodini & J-Hood of Walk The Talk America. WTTA is a Pro-2A non-profit bridging the gap between mental health and responsible firearms ownership through education and conversation. Michael Sodini is the group's CEO and J-Hood is an Advisory Board Member. You can learn more and donate to them at http://walkthetalkamerica.org and follow them on Instagram & X @WalkTheTalkUS. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Brooks Def...

Jul 02, 20241 hr 57 minEp. 246

Stolen Valor candidate LIES about Vietnam service

On this Annex episode we talk stolen valor and two recent incidents getting a lot of attention involving Congressman Troy Nehls of Texas, and Steve Slaton running for State Representative in Arizona. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod

Jun 29, 202420 min

Antonio Sabato Jr.

Antonio Sabato Jr. is best known for his work as an actor & model. He is also involved in racecar driving, and has just recently signed up to be a part of Celebrity Boxing. He calls out some names of celebs he'd love to fight on this episode, and you've got to hear who they are! He has recently put out a new edition of his book "Sabato: The Untold Story" available now. Be sure to follow him on X & Instagram @AntonioSabatoJr Kris also has 2 upcoming Tanto Vodka tastings he'll be hosting i...

Jun 25, 20241 hr 24 minEp. 245

Britt Lightning of Vixen

Britt Lightning is the current guitarist of Vixen, and Musical Director of Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp. Vixen is on tour now. Also on for this show for a very brief appearance is Sirius XM host Tommy London. Rev It Up! Check out Britt's site at http://BrittLightning.com plus on Instagram as well as Cameo @BrittLightning. Check out http://VixenOfficial.com and follow @Vixen_Band on Instagram. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium i...

Jun 18, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 244

Remembering Drew Dwyer

This episode was recorded on June 6th, marking five years since the passing of Marine/CIA operative and our great friend Drew Dwyer. On previous episodes we've had on Drew's brother Scott Dwyer as well as his best friend John Jackson. We weren't sure who else to have on to tell his some stories of Drew, but we received an email from an OGA contractor named Jay Collins who served with Drew in Jalalabad, Afghanistan in the mid-2000s. Jay is an Army veteran, he was a DHS special agent, and he is no...

Jun 11, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 243

Best of Marine Corps

Battleline Podcast has had some badass Devil Dogs in the history of this podcast. Enjoy this special highlighting some of our favorite moments with them! Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.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...

Jun 04, 20241 hrEp. 242

Remembering our heroes

On this episode we dig back in the archives to remember some of our friends and heroes as we come off of Memorial Day 2024. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE .. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions ammo & gear go to http://fsm.com & use promo code: Battleline Photonis Def...

May 28, 202450 minEp. 242

Talking men's issues with David "Goose" Mills

David "Goose" Mills is an Air Force veteran, the founder of Men's Alliance, and the host of Men's Alliance Podcast. Men's Alliance will be meeting for the Barbarian Games 2024 at Hope Church in Richmond, VA on June 22. Learn more at http://mensalliancetribe.com on Instagram @MensAllianceTribe and on X @MensAllianceT Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body with their proprietary superblend...

May 21, 20241 hr 39 minEp. 240

Should Hillary Clinton come on Battleline Podcast?

Special Q&A episode answering all of your questions sent to battlelinepodcast@gmail.com - Be sure to subscribe for more great content every week. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE .. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions ammo & gear go to http://fsm.com & use promo cod...

May 14, 20241 hr 43 minEp. 239

The Blue Angels director Paul Crowder

You are in for a treat. Exclusive interview with Blue Angels director Paul Crowder. Blue Angels will be premiering in IMAX theaters on May 17th, but don't wait, because this is only a one week event! It will then be a part of Amazon Prime starting on May 23rd. Be sure to follow Paul on X @Paul_Crowder & on Instagram @therealpaulcrowder We will be doing a guest free Q&A episode again NEXT WEEK, so submit any questions you've ever had for us to battlelinepodcast@gmail.com Follow us: http:/...

May 07, 202438 minEp. 238

Nick "The Reaper" Irving

Nicholas Irving is a former Army Ranger sniper, security contractor, and New York Times best-selling fiction & non-fiction author. Nick's latest book is "Reaper: The Board," the latest in his Vick "The Reaper" Harwood series, and the first that he's written without a co-author. You can follow Nick on X @Irving_Nicholas and on Instagram @officialreaper33 We will be doing a guest free Q&A episode again in May, so submit any questions you've ever had for us to battlelinepodcast@gmail.com Fo...

Apr 30, 20241 hr 59 minEp. 237

Lee Deckelman, spec ops vet turned yoga instructor

Lee Deckelman is a combat veteran who served as a Green Beret, Airborne Ranger, and security contractor. He was also a 911 paramedic and federal air marshal. He is the author of "Internal Volume: Where a Monster and Mindfulness Become One!" The book is available now on Amazon and elsewhere. Visit Lee's yoga foundation at https://beyogastrong.net/ and follow him on Instagram @leedeckelman Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod PAMAX Tactical has several...

Apr 23, 20242 hr 4 minEp. 236

AI girlfriends, social isolation, & Hikikomori

A New York Post article about men spending upwards of $10K a month on "AI girlfriends" leads to a much more serious discussion on the epidemic of male loneliness. Read the full New York Post article here: https://nypost.com/2024/04/15/business/tech-exec-predicts-ai-girlfriends-will-create-1b-business/ Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us know what you think of the Annex episodes. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For full video of this epis...

Apr 22, 202424 min

Passing the buck on Afghanistan withdrawal disaster

Kris gives his take on the review of the Kabul airport attack. Read the full Department of Defense article here: https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3741245/kabul-airport-attack-review-reaffirms-initial-findings-identifies-attacker/ Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us know what you think of the Annex episodes. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For full video of this episode, subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www....

Apr 19, 202431 min

Marine Combat Aviator Isaac G. Lee

Lieutenant Colonel Isaac G. Lee had a 20-year military career, serving as a Marine Combat Aviator. His book "Hangar 4: A Combat Aviator's Memoir" is available now and contains stories that include incredible missions in Iraq & Afghanistan. Visit http://isaacglee.com and follow Isaac on X @IsaacGLee & on Instagram @IsaacGLeeWriter Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnatural...

Apr 16, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 235

Did this trans attorney cross the line of decency?

70-year-old transgender attorney Stephanie Mueller represented her client in a "busty display" earlier this month as The New York Post described it. Did she go too far? Read the full New York Post article here: https://nypost.com/2024/04/05/us-news/seattle-transgender-attorney-stephanie-mueller-seen-wearing-questionable-outfit-during-hearing-for-client/ Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us know what you think of the Annex episodes. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://...

Apr 15, 202415 min

Did Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy lie about being shot?

On our first ever Battleline Podcast Annex episode, we dive into the recent controversy sorrounding Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy who is running for U.S. Senate in Montana. Sheehy's campaign ad claiming to have been shot in combat is coming under scrutiny, and we dissect it, rant, and opine. Read the full Washington Post article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/06/tim-sheehy-montana-senate-gunshot-wound-national-park/ Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us know what you think of...

Apr 10, 202430 min

Jessica Lynch addresses controversies sorrounding her story as a POW

American soldier P.O.W. Jessica Lynch was last on with us for Episode 226, but we wanted to have her back on to cover some other topics including late P.O.W. John McCain's strong opposition to enhanced interrogation while running for President, the Hamas hostage situation taking place in Israel, and controversies sorrounding Jessica's story after coming home. Learn more at http://POWJessicaLynch.com and follow her on Instagram @JessicaLynch_formerPOW We are finally doing another Q&A episode ...

Apr 09, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 234

Bruce "Doc" Norton, Vietnam Force Recon Marine

Bruce "Doc" Norton is a Vietnam veteran who served as a medic in the 3rd Force Recon Company, 1st Force Recon Company, and with the Navy. He has written 15 books on the Marine Corps history, and he retired as an oral historian with the Corps. Most recently, he has co-authored a book and play titled "Voices From Vietnam." Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=B...

Apr 02, 20241 hr 46 minEp. 233

Robert O'Neill of SEAL Team 6/DEVRGU & author of The Operator

Rob O'Neill is a combat veteran of SEAL Team 6/DEVGRU, the author of "The Operator," and is of course best known as the Bin Laden shooter of the historical UBL raid. Rob discusses his history, what he's up to on his current podcast, and even responds to our comments made about him following his arrest in Texas. This is a discussion you do not want to miss. Follow Rob on X & Instagram @McHooyah and listen to The Operator Podcast on all podcast platforms. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battle...

Mar 26, 20241 hr 40 minEp. 232

Jason Lyons, former CIA Intelligence Officer & Marine

Jason Lyons served as a CIA Intelligence Officer and as a Marine. He was on Battleline back on Episode 45 under his alias James Powell, but he is now cleared to use his real name. Jason was with the Marines for 10 years before becoming an Intelligence Officer. His focus in 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. Jason has also worked in the nuclear security ind...

Mar 18, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 231

Ian Halperin, His Highness Hollywood

Ian Halperin is a New York Times best-selling author, investigative journalist, media personality, and filmmaker. Ian has written many books that have made major headlines in the celebrity gossip world including "Unmasked: The Final Years of Michael Jackson," "Who Killed Kurt Cobain?," and "Kardashian Dynasty: The Controversial Rise of America's Royal Family." You also may likely know him for legendary appearances on shows like Howard Stern and Opie & Anthony. He is making headlines today fo...

Mar 12, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 230

Evan Seinfeld on Biohazard, adult entertainment, & Mantorship

You likely know Evan Seinfeld from a lot of different ventures. He is the frontman of Biohazard, he played Jaz Hoyt on the hit HBO show "Oz," was featured on VH1 Supergroup, and he was married to adult film star Tera Patrick who he worked with on camera. More than anything else right now though, he is passionate about mens health and has started a community for mens self-development called Mantorship which we dive into on this episode. We also have some great stories from the road of Biohazard t...

Mar 05, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 229

Pablo Schreiber AKA "Tanto" from 13 Hours

As Pablo puts it, this episode is Tanto & Tanto Jr. That's right, our most anticipated guest, Pablo Shreiber, joins us in studio! Pablo is known to many of you for portraying Kris "Tanto" Paronto in the Michael Bay directed film 13 Hours. We were able to finally catch him in NYC while promoting his current project starring as Master Chief in the Halo series. Halo - Season 2 is airing now on Paramount+. Follow Pablo on Instagram @officialpabloschreiber Follow us: http://instagram.com/battleli...

Feb 27, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 228

Jack Stewart is back to talk Outlaw

Fighter Pilot Jack Stewart is back again to talk his latest book, Outlaw. It is out today, go pick it up! Outlaw is the follow-up to Unknown Rider from the Battle Born Series. Jack is a fighter pilot, naval academy graduate, and TOPGUN graduate. He is a combat veteran with deployments being a part of Air Force Tactical Control and JSOC. We discuss everything from the origin of his call sign "Farley" to DEI in the airline industry. Go to http://jackstewartbooks.com for more info on Jack and follo...

Feb 20, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 227

Jessica Lynch

Jessica Lynch is an Army veteran, best known as the P.O.W. held in Iraq in 2003. She was the first rescued American P.O.W. since WWII. We get into this amazing story with her in full detail. Learn more at http://POWJessicaLynch.com We also pay our respects to three great men who we lost this past week: Mojo Nixon, Bob Beckwith, and Toby Keith. RIP. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body ...

Feb 13, 20241 hr 55 minEp. 226
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