Clint Smith is a Marine Corps veteran, Vietnam combat veteran, former law enforcement officer, and the founder of Thunder Ranch—one of the most respected firearms and tactical training facilities in the country. Since its founding in 1993, Thunder Ranch has set the standard for innovative, practical firearms instruction, training students from all walks of life with an emphasis on safety, discipline, and mindset. In this raw and powerful conversation, Clint shares hard-won lessons from his time ...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 23
Larry Serra is a former Naval Intelligence Liaison Officer whose covert missions along the Vietnam-Cambodia border placed him at the heart of one of the Vietnam War’s most dangerous fronts. From 1967 to 1970, Larry served as an officer in the United States Navy, spending nearly two years operating in Vietnam and Cambodia’s combat zones. In 1969, he volunteered for the critical intelligence post at Ha Tien, where he ran spy networks, crossed into Cambodia for clandestine missions, and exposed com...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 22
Larry Serra is a former Naval Intelligence Liaison Officer whose covert missions along the Vietnam-Cambodia border placed him at the heart of one of the Vietnam War’s most dangerous fronts. From 1967 to 1970, Larry served as an officer in the United States Navy, spending nearly two years operating in Vietnam and Cambodia’s combat zones. In 1969, he volunteered for the critical intelligence post at Ha Tien, where he ran spy networks, crossed into Cambodia for clandestine missions, and exposed com...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 5Ep. 21
The Jack Carr Book Club April 2025 selection is THE UNVANQUISHED by bestselling author Patrick K. O’Donnell. THE UNVANQUISHED pulls back the curtain on a little-known shadow war that raged alongside the Civil War’s better-known battles. At its center: Lincoln’s special forces, the Jessie Scouts—Union soldiers who disguised themselves in Confederate uniforms to carry out daring raids, intelligence gathering, and high-risk missions behind enemy lines. Through vivid storytelling and never-before-pu...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 20
In this special episode, Jack Carr revisits key insights from past guests to explore the shifting landscape of global power, warfare, and America’s place in what’s to come. Featured segments include geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan on China’s looming internal collapse—from declining birth rates to famine threats—and its potential push for war to maintain control at home. Zeihan also outlines how Taiwan and semiconductors fit into the broader picture and why the U.S. may be uniquely positio...
Apr 23, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 19
John Dailey is a United States Marine Corps Special Operations veteran and the author of TOUGH RUGGED BASTARDS, a memoir detailing his time as a sniper, Force Recon Marine, and founding member of MARSOC Det One - the first USMC SOCOM unit. After retiring in 2008, after two decades of service, John shaped the future of Marine special operations as Training and Education Branch Director at the Marine Raider Training Center. FOLLOW JOHN Instagram: @j.a.dailey Facebook: @WaIkingPointOrg LinkedIn: @d...
Apr 16, 2025•2 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Ryan Manion is the CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering veterans and Gold Star families, and to inspiring future generations. Following the death of her brother, Marine 1st Lt. Travis Manion, in Iraq, she devoted her life to honoring the fallen, fostering resilience, and advocating for the military community. She is also the author of THE KNOCK AT THE DOOR, a powerful story of loss, resilience, and purpose. In addition to her work with the foundation, Ryan...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 17
John Lechner is a journalist, independent researcher, and consultant specializing in Africa. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and the BBC, among others. His latest book, DEATH IS OUR BUSINESS, is the definitive account of the Wagner Group—the mercenary force that changed modern warfare, from Ukraine to Syria to Africa. Through exclusive interviews and deep investigative research, Lechner exposes how Wagner operated as both a military and busine...
Apr 02, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 16
The Jack Carr Book Club March 2025 selection is FEARLESS by Eric Blehm. FEARLESS chronicles the remarkable journey of SEAL Team SIX operator Adam Brown. From his adventurous youth in Arkansas to his struggles with addiction and eventual redemption, Adam's life exemplifies unwavering courage and determination. Overcoming personal demons, he rose to the elite ranks of SEAL Team SIX, where his faith, family, and relentless spirit propelled him to heroic heights. His final act of bravery in Afghanis...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 5Ep. 15
John L. Plaster is a legendary MACV-SOG operator who served three tours of duty in Vietnam leading high-risk reconnaissance missions deep behind enemy lines in Laos and Cambodia, striking supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Wounded in action and decorated for valor four times, he later flew over 350 aerial combat missions as a Forward Air Controller. After Vietnam, Plaster became a pioneer in modern sniper training, co-founding the National Guard Sniper School and instructing elite militar...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 5Ep. 14
John L. Plaster is a legendary MACV-SOG operator who served three tours of duty in Vietnam leading high-risk reconnaissance missions deep behind enemy lines in Laos and Cambodia, striking supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Wounded in action and decorated for valor four times, he later flew over 350 aerial combat missions as a Forward Air Controller. After Vietnam, Plaster became a pioneer in modern sniper training, co-founding the National Guard Sniper School and instructing elite militar...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 40 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Ric Prado is a paramilitary, counter-terrorism, and clandestine operations specialist with a 24-year career in the CIA’s Directorate of Operations. A seasoned field operative, he spent a decade in the Agency’s Special Activities Division before serving as Deputy Chief of Station of the Bin Laden Task Force and Chief of Operations at the CIA’s Counterterrorism Center on 9/11. From running counter-terrorism missions in Central America, Peru, and the Philippines to coordinating high-stakes operatio...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 5Ep. 12
The Jack Carr Book Club February selection is THE JFK CONSPIRACY: THE SECRET PLOT TO KILL KENNEDY—AND WHY IT FAILED by Brad Meltzer. In this episode Jack sits down with #1 New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer to discuss his latest non-fiction work, THE JFK CONSPIRACY. Brad delves into the little-known story of the first assassination attempt on John F. Kennedy, offering insights into the meticulous research and compelling narrative that bring this historical event to life. Beyond the b...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann is a former U.S. Army Special Forces soldier with multiple tours in Afghanistan. He is the founder of Rooftop Leadership and the author of the instant New York Times Best-Seller OPERATION PINEAPPLE EXPRESS, which chronicles the heroic efforts of veterans and volunteers during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. His latest book, NOBODY IS COMING TO SAVE YOU, is available now. FOLLOW SCOTT LinkedIn: Rooftop Leadership Facebook: @ScottMann Instagram: @scottmannauthor...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 49 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Mike Howard is a former CIA clandestine services operative with over two decades of experience in counterterrorism, operating extensively in Asia and Africa. After leaving the Agency, he spent 16 years as the Chief Security Officer for Microsoft. Now, he shares his insights on leadership, security, and strategy through his RONIN LEADERSHIP podcast and blog. He is also the author of multiple books, including THE ART OF RONIN LEADERSHIP and the novels FULL CIRCLE and BLOOD PROMISE. His latest thri...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Master Chief (SEAL) Rick Kaiser (Ret.) is a decorated Navy SEAL Sniper and Silver Star recipient for his actions during the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu - Black Hawk Down. He is the author of Frogman Stories and currently serves as the as CEO of the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum. FOLLOW RICK: navysealmuseum.org navysealmuseumsd.org Instagram: @navyudtsealmuseum Facebook: @NavySEALMuseum LinkedIn: The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum X: @NavySEALMuseum FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrU...
Feb 12, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Dr. Dick Thompson is a MACV-SOG U.S. Army Special Forces Vietnam War veteran. Following 21 years of military service, he founded High Performing Systems, applying his combat-tested principles to help organizations and leaders perform at their best. He is the author of SOG CODENAME DYNAMITE BOOK 1, SOG CODENAME DYNAMITE BOOK 2, and THE STRESS EFFECT. FOLLOW DICK Instagram - @hps_ceo Facebook - @dick.thompson Website - http://www.hpsys.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Fac...
Feb 05, 2025•2 hr 43 min•Season 5Ep. 7
The January Books of the Month are from THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE trilogy by David Morrell. THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE trilogy by David Morrell is a masterful blend of action, espionage, and deep personal stakes. Spanning decades and continents, the trilogy begins with THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE, where two orphans raised as assassins confront devastating betrayal. THE FRATERNITY OF THE STONE explores redemption and survival as a reclusive operative is forced to face his deadly past. The seri...
Jan 31, 2025•2 hr 56 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Clay Travis is a lawyer-turned-media-entrepreneur and co-host of THE CLAY TRAVIS AND BUCK SEXTON SHOW, a flagship program in talk radio. As the founder of OutKick, Clay blends sports, politics, and cultural commentary into a platform that challenges conventional narratives. With bestselling books and a fearless approach to controversial issues, Clay has become a trusted voice for audiences seeking authenticity and unfiltered perspectives. FOLLOW CLAY Instagram - @claytravisoutkick Facebook - @cl...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 44 min•Season 5Ep. 5
David Zaritsky is the founder of The Bond Experience, a platform created by James Bond fans for James Bond fans. Focused on the lifestyle, clothing, locations and camaraderie inspired by the iconic franchise, The Bond Experience bridges the gap between branding, product placement, and authentic fan engagement. Through videos, reviews, events, and discussions, David has cultivated a global community of passionate fans who connect over all things Bond. With a mission to share impactful moments and...
Jan 22, 2025•2 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 4
John Doolittle is Jack’s BUD/S Class Officer in Charge and a retired Navy SEAL Captain with over 25 years of service, including leading elite teams in deployments across the globe and spearheading the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program at SOCOM. He swam the English Channel in memory of a fallen teammate, raising funds for the Navy SEAL Foundation, and continues to support the community as a co-founder of the Tampa Bay Frogman Swim. Now working with KAATSU Global, John applies h...
Jan 15, 2025•3 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Peter Berg is a celebrated director, producer, writer, and actor known for his compelling storytelling in projects like Friday Night Lights, The Kingdom, Lone Survivor, Patriots Day, Deepwater Horizon, and Mile 22. His work spans critically acclaimed films, Emmy-nominated television, and memorable acting roles in features and shows including Chicago Hope and Ballers. Berg’s latest endeavor, the Netflix limited series American Primeval, premiering January 9, 2025, delves into the brutal realities...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Mike Rowe is an Emmy award-winning TV host, producer, narrator, podcaster, spokesman, bestselling author, and advocate for the skilled trades. As the creator and host of DIRTY JOBS, he explored over 350 vocations across all 50 states, celebrating the grit and ingenuity of the American workforce. Beyond television, Mike is the founder and CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, which has awarded nearly $7 million in work-ethic scholarships and champions the importance of skilled trades education. Wi...
Jan 02, 2025•2 hr 38 min•Season 5Ep. 1
The Jack Carr Book Club December Book of the Month is THE SHADOW OF WAR, a book that explores a pivotal moment in history through the masterful storytelling of Jeff Shaara. In The Shadow of War, Shaara brings to life the intense and complex lead-up to the Cuban Missile Crisis. From the Russian engineers racing against time to construct missile facilities in Cuba, to the U.S. Navy commanders enforcing the "quarantine," to the behind-the-scenes decisions of JFK, Bobby Kennedy, and Nikita Khrushche...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 4Ep. 53
Michael Reagan, son of President Ronald Reagan and actress Jane Wyman, is a political commentator, bestselling author, public speaker and radio talk show host. He currently serves as president of the Reagan Legacy Foundation. He has published several books including ON THE OUTSIDE LOOKING IN, an autobiography, and TWICE ADOPTED, a personal story about his experience with adoption. Follow Michael Reagan on X @ReaganWorld and visit the Reagan Legacy Foundation at https://www.reaganlegacyfoundation...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 4Ep. 52
Kirk Lippold is a retired U.S. Navy Commander. Kirk was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole on October 12, 2000, when the ship was attacked in the port of Aden, Yemen, resulting in the tragic loss of 17 American sailors. The attack and the heroic actions of the crew are detailed in Kirk’s book, Front Burner: Al-Qaeda’s Attack on the USS Cole. To learn more about Kirk, follow him on X @KirkLippold SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/targeted- beirut...
Dec 11, 2024•2 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 51
James Stavridis is a retired U.S. Navy Admiral and New York Times bestselling author. From 2006 to 2009 Admiral Stavridis served as Commander U.S. Southern Command, and from 2009 to 2013 he served as Supreme Allied Commander NATO, overseeing global operations in Afghanistan, Libya, the Balkans and Syria. Following his time in the military he served as the Dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. He holds a PhD in international relations, is the Vice Chair at the glob...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 50
The November Book of the Month is FAT LEONARD by Craig Whitlock. Fat Leonard is the gripping account of one of the most explosive corruption scandals in American history. This is the story of how Leonard Glenn Francis, a charismatic Malaysian defense contractor, orchestrated a massive scheme of bribery, fraud, and espionage that targeted the U.S. Navy, cost American taxpayers tens of millions of dollars, and jeopardized national security. • Craig Whitlock is an investigative journalist for The W...
Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Season 4Ep. 49
Dr. Matthew Levitt is a subject matter expert on Middle Eastern terrorism and has published extensively on Hezbollah and Hamas. He is an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and the Director of the Reinhard Program on Counterterrorism and Intelligence at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. He previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and as a counterterrorism intelligence analyst at the FBI. He is the...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 14Ep. 48
Buck Sexton is a former CIA officer, political commentator, and co-host of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show, a nationally syndicated talk radio program that airs on over 400 stations across the United States. To learn more about Buck, follow him on Instagram, X, and Facebook @bucksexton SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/targeted-beirut/ Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA.com...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Season 14Ep. 47
