The Protectors® Podcast
Welcome to The Protectors® Podcast, where the valor meets the storyteller. Hosted by Jason Piccolo, a seasoned veteran and retired special agent, this series is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the courage and tales of those who pledge to protect us. Beyond the front-line stories of bravery and dedication, this podcast goes a step further, weaving in the perspectives of those who bolster and narrate the protector's journey—featuring a remarkable lineup including New York Times Best Sellers and acclaimed Hollywood actors.
The Protectors® Podcast offers a diverse array of voices, from those who wear the uniform to the authors and entertainers who amplify their stories. It's a unique blend that highlights not only the raw realities faced by our protectors but also how their sacrifices inspire the narratives we cherish in literature and film. Each episode is a testament to the interconnected worlds of service and support, bringing listeners an unmatched depth of insight.
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a retired federal agent, former U.S. Army Infantry Captain (Iraq 2006), and author.
Past Guests Include:- Sean Patrick Flanery - Andrews & Wilson- Mark Greaney- Stephen Hunter- Remi Adeleke - Florent Groberg - Clint Emerson - Travis Mills
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 534
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
#55 | Kevin Sullivan | Veteran |Twenty-One Gun Podcast Host |Irreverent Warriors
Kevin Sullivan hosts the Twenty-One Gun Podcast, the official podcast of Irreverent Warriors. Kevin served our Nation as an Air Force Navigator and continues to serve as a veteran advo…
#54 | Travis Mills | Recalibrated Warrior |Never Give Up. Never Quit
Travis is a true inspiration. Travis joined The Protectors to chat about his military service, being a husband, a father, and the joys of grilling with a Traeger grill. Travis continue…
#53 | Bruce Robert Coffin | Author |Retired Detective
Bruce joined The Protectors to talk about homicide and bringing reality to his books. Bruce is the author of the best-selling Detective Byron mystery series. Listen in…
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#52 | Rafa Conde | LEO | Conclave of Warriors
Rafa is a LEO and is keyed in on living the life of a warrior. Rafa hosts the Man of War podcast and the Conclave of Warriors. Rafa and I chat about a myriad of topics…he is well ver…
#51 | Sean Matson | StikeForce Energy Co-Founder & Navy SEAL!
Sean chatted about growing Strike Force & entrepreneurship. We recorded our conversation right after 9/11 and we kicked off our chat about the effect the Towers had on our lives; inclu…
#50 | Mike Ritland | Navy SEAL, K9 Expert, & Host of the Mike Drop Podcast
Mike joined The Protectors w/ Jason Piccolo to talk his background training K9’s, taking in Warrior Dogs, podcasting, and we had an all-around great chat. Mike is a top-notch interview…
#49 | David Burnett | Veteran & Nightstalker
David joined The Protectors to talk about his time with the legendary 160th SOAR as a member of the Nightstalkers. After David left the service he embarked on an ambitious journey, to …
#48 | Michael Trott | Former CIA & Author of The Protected
With 30 years of experience, Michael Trott is an expert on close quarters protection. Michael has served as a U.S. Air Force Security Specialist and Special Agent with the CIA, worked f…
#47 | Mike Legregni | Veteran Wood Co Owner & Marine/LEO
Mike joined The Protectors w/ Jason Piccolo to talk about his time in the Marines and as a Police Officer in New Jersey to his transition to wood art. Mike does incredible work with wo…
#45 | Debbie Lee | America’s Mighty Warriors
I was honored to have Debbie Lee on The Protectors podcast. Debbie was an amazing guest, with an unmatched strength. Debbie is continuing her son Marc’s mission to help others through…
#44 | Sean Parnell | U.S. Army Veteran & NYT Best-Seller
Sean joined The Protectors to talk Infantry, writing books, and life. Sean has a ton of experience and it shows in the words of his best-selling books…from his non-fiction Outlaw Plato…
#43 | James DeMeo | Former LEO, Author, & Security Professional
James joined The Protectors to discuss having a plan for when “stuff” hits the fan. James is a dedicated security professional with the background to back it up; from a career in polic…
#42 | John Nores | Author & Former Wildlife Spec Ops LEO
John joined me on The Protectors podcast to talk his career fighting the cartel within our Nation’s borders, specifically inside our forests. The cartel operates out of site, cultivati…
#41 | Jason Murff |Veteran & Owner of Grill You’re A** Off
Jason Murff joined The Protectors for this episode. Jason served as an Infantryman in the U.S. Army and is now a veteran business owner. Jason created and owns Grill Your Ass Off, a k…
#40 | Craig Sawyer | Navy SEAL & Founder of Vets For Child Rescue
Craig “Sawman” Sawyer joined me on The Protectors podcast. Craig served in the elite SEAL DEVGRU then as a federal agent as on of the original Air Marshals before founding Vets For Chi…
#39 | Jack Carr | Navy SEAL & Author of True Believer
Honored to welcome Jack Carr to The Protectors. Jack is a former Navy SEAL and author of two of my favorite books, The Terminal List and True Believer. We chat about writing, Jack’s b…
#38 | Kristina Wong | Correspondent Covering Pentagon & National Security
Kristina is motivated and high-energy; perfect combination to keep up with the DoD/military staff she covers. Kristina penned the recent article Viking Fitness: Enlisted Military Leade…
#37 | Shelley Klingerman | Author | Owner of the Stiletto Agency
Shelley Klingerman inspires women to prepare and to protect themselves. Shelley authored "Vigilance: The Savvy Woman’s Guide to Personal Safety, Self-Protection Measures and Counter Me…
#36 | Matthew Betley | Marine | Author of ‘Rules of War’
Matthew Betley served our Nation for ten years, deploying overseas to Djibouti and Iraq as a Marine Officer in charger of Scout/Snipers. Matthew returned home and took on a new mission…
#35 | Josh Boyer | Veteran | Host of My Backstory Podcast
Josh handled a lot over the past two decades; from a serious injury to his back to addiction to pain medication. Josh is open about it; great points of discussion throughout for our br…