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Mike Drop

Mike Ritland
Afghanistan
PTSD
Navy Seals
Iraq War
FBI
Iraq
Venezuela
Mental Health
Vietnam War
Navy SEAL
Iran
Law Enforcement
Counter-Terrorism
Terrorism
DEA
Zacarias Moussaoui
Special Forces
Border Security
U.S. Foreign Policy
Human Trafficking

Mike Drop, hosted by former Navy SEAL and bestselling author Mike Ritland, is a no-holds-barred platform that dives deep into the stories and experiences of extraordinary individuals. Known for his candid and unfiltered approach, Mike interviews guests ranging from special operations veterans and elite athletes to renowned authors and thought leaders, offering listeners a exclusive glimpse into th... more

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In the final part, Mike LeBlanc explains why Ukraine has become a real-time preview of future warfare, where robots and drones now do most of the fighting and over 80% of incoming Russian drones are stopped before impact. He breaks down the political... more

In Part 2, Mike LeBlanc details how a chance call pulled him away from a private equity offer and into Silicon Valley, where he co-founded Cobalt Robotics before launching Foundation Future Industries. He walks through the brutal early days of buildi... more

Former Marine Corps officer, Harvard Business School graduate, and entrepreneur Mike LeBlanc spent 13 years in the Marine Corps, including back-to-back deployments advising Afghan forces, service with First Recon, a joint special operations task forc... more

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In the final part of this conversation, Major John Spencer breaks down the discipline he's built his career on: urban warfare. He explains why cities are the most complex environment any military can fight in, why the U.S. lacks real expertise in fig... more

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Recent Guests

John Spencer
Major, Executive Director Urban Warfare Institute; author and urban warfare expert
Urban Warfare Institute, Madison Policy Forum
Episode: TOP WAR STRATEGIST: Why the Iran Escalation Theory Left Out What Mattered Most | Ep. 301 | Pt. 1
Derek Janisch
Former Navy SEAL, Team 7; shooting instructor; paintball champion; author
The Outfit; San Diego shooting instructor
Episode: I Survived Afghanistan, But Almost Got K*lled in California Over $3k | Ep. 300 | Pt. 1
DeliverFund Founder
Founder of DeliverFund, anti-trafficking advocate
DeliverFund
Episode: Why the Epstein Files and Its Names Are Never Touched | Ep. 299 | Pt. 3
Nic McKinley
Former US Air Force Pararescueman, CIA officer, CEO and founder of DeliverFund
DeliverFund
Episode: PJ Turned CIA Spy Breaks Silence on Human Trafficking in America | Ep. 299 | Pt. 1
Tu Lam
Founder of Ronin Tactics, author, Green Beret veteran
Ronin Tactics
Episode: Tu Lam: How a Vietnamese Refugee Became a Green Beret & Call of Duty Character | Ep. 298 | Pt. 1
Jay Collins
Former Florida State Senator, Lieutenant Governor of Florida
Florida government
Episode: GREEN BERET Did Field Surgery on His Own Arm With No Doctor & Stayed in the Fight | Ep. 297 | Pt. 1
Kyle Morgan
Former Green Beret and Delta Force operator, CEO and Chief Instructor at Bluebearing Solutions
Bluebearing Solutions
Episode: Delta Force Operator Who Led the Radisson Blu Hostage Rescue Breaks His Silence | Ep. 296 | Pt. 1
Jim Capers
Former Marine Corps officer and Force Recon operator featured in the interview
United States Marine Corps
Episode: From Force Recon to the Medal of Honor: Major Capers on Vietnam's Bloodiest Missions | Ep. 295 | Pt. 2
James Capers
Major, United States Marine Corps (Vietnam veteran); recon units commander; Medal of Honor recipient subject of the episode
United States Marine Corps
Episode: DECLARED DEAD IN VIETNAM: Force Recon Legend Finally Gets the Medal of Honor | Ep. 295 | Pt 1

Host

Mike Ritland
Former Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and host of the show known for a direct, unfiltered interview style.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8.4k ratings
  • Cleaner shows

    I am enjoying the fact that you have made the decision to control the curse words you use. I enjoyed your shows before but I enjoy them more now that you have limited the language. Semper fi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dusty 0352
    United States18 days ago
  • Does not meet potential

    Has the potential to be a good podcast but falls short and quests and quality of guests. Host rambles a bit and questions are clearly not well researched and follow up questions are not in response to guests answers. Real Jack Ryan episode is an example of poor questions and poor quality guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BeckQLD303
    Australia19 days ago
  • Dogs

    Having lost my Dad at age 10 (he died of his combat wound many years after his war) my dogs throughout my life, particularly my youth, became like brothers to me (not all the dogs but the few who lived long (my Aussie lasted 16 years and he was, simply, my saving grace so often). Thus, it would be great to hear more about the dogs you’ve not only trained but the ones with whom you or your kids had or have a personal connection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amdyfyn
    United Statesa month ago
  • Answer to one of your questions

    Mike,

    Love your show.

    You frequently ask guest who served if they were ever given the “big picture” by their superiors.

    Saw the following portion in a book I’m reading:

    “The common fighter could only know his immediate goal in the battle. He could not be privy to the bigger picture plans of kings and generals. It would be too much upon him, and would jeopardize the mission if discovered by the enemy. The common fighter had to trust that however wrong a command may appear to be in the immedia... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cubs fan in Indiana
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ads

    Great host, the ad frequency is insufferable and breaking the interviews into 3 parts is not a good format.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bad dude36
    United Statesa month ago

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TOP WAR STRATEGIST: Why the Iran Escalation Theory Left Out What Mattered Most | Ep. 301 | Pt. 1
Q: How do you reconcile enduring military maxims with evolving warfare, especially in urban theaters?
He argues that while classic maxims are foundational, successful strategy depends on testing ideas against time, context, and outcomes, and that adaptation to urban environments requires integrating historical theory with contemporary realities and rigorous scrutiny of new concepts.
TOP WAR STRATEGIST: Why the Iran Escalation Theory Left Out What Mattered Most | Ep. 301 | Pt. 1
Q: What sparked your path toward a career in the Army and eventually urban warfare research?
His early exposure to hardship, leadership opportunities, and a relentless pursuit of challenging environments steered him toward the Army, where he later sought broader strategic roles through research and teaching—culminating in founding the Modern War Institute and focusing on urban warfare.
CIA Recruitment, High-Speed Chases, and the Op That Led to DeliverFund | Ep. 299 | Pt. 2
Q: Can you share any of the details of what that op was?
The operation involved a high-stakes targeting scenario with a high-level objective, coordination across agencies, and a heavy emphasis on precision and risk management; specifics are restricted, but the aim was to neutralize a key asset while minimizing civilian harm and maintaining presidential-level accountability.
Free Will, Faith, and Second Chances After the Fall | Ep. 300 | Pt. 3
Q: Did the prospect of free will ever cause doubt or anger towards God, or raise questions about why such a concept exists?
He explains that free will did not drive anger but rather prompted contemplation about God's plan, and his own life choices. He maintains faith despite challenges, interpreting turmoil as tests that align with a larger spiritual framework.
Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins: Retiring From Special Forces, the VA System, & Fixing America From the State Level | Ep. 297 | Pt. 2
Q: How did the speaker transition from military service to political leadership in Florida?
The speaker describes a deliberate shift from military service to public life, motivated by a desire to solve systemic problems, engage at the state level, and prove what Florida can accomplish when it leads; the journey included running for Congress, then moving into state senate, and finally aligning with Governor DeSantis to influence lieutenant governor responsibilities.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations with high-achieving and often highly accomplished guests, ranging from elite military veterans and security professionals to endurance athletes, authors, and thought leaders. Across episodes, the host draws out hard-hitting stories about leadership under pressure, resilience, risk, and the human side of demanding professions, while also weaving in contemporary brand integrations and sponsorships. Unique strengths include a candid, no-holds-barred interviewing style and a willingness to explore complex policy, geopolitics, and real-world decision-making through veteran and extreme-performance perspectives. Potential listeners who seek candid personal journeys, tactical insights, and leadership lesso... more

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2. Derek Janisch
3. DeliverFund Founder
4. Nic McKinley
5. Tu Lam
6. Jay Collins
7. Kyle Morgan
8. Jim Capers

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