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Dr. Jason Piccolo
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The original The Protectors® podcast, established in 2019, is about great conversations with interesting people, from veterans and leaders to athletes, entrepreneurs, and authors.

Hosted by retired federal agent, U.S. Army veteran (OIF 2006), and author Dr. Jason Piccolo, the show explores the paths that shaped each guest and what they've learned along the way. Many episodes also go behind the sc... more

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We talk with Dirk Cussler about the real pressures behind writing adventure fiction, especially when you inherit a hero readers have loved for decades. We also dig into how history, shipwreck research, and real NUMA expeditions shape Obsidian Sky and... more

We sit down with SOF veteran and author Alex Dekker to talk about his debut novel Desert Heist and why it grabs us fast with real tradecraft, real history, and a protagonist you can’t stop following. 

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We talk with the co-authors of Beyond Honor about breaking into the spy thriller world and nailing the details that readers love to fact-check. We dig into their research, their co-writing process, and the moral gray areas that drive their CIA charac... more

We talk with Todd Fox about what tour security and executive protection really demand, from detailed advances and site surveys to building global teams that can execute under pressure. We also dig into why backstage passes and “all-access” laminates ... more

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Recent Guests

Dirk Cussler
Author of the Dirk Pitt series and participant in NUMA shipwreck expeditions
NUMA
Episode: 554 | Dirk Cussler | NY Times Best Selling Author | Clive Cussler’s OBSIDIAN SKY
Alex Dekker
Retired Green Beret, special operations veteran and author
Episode: 553 | Alex Dekker | Author | DESERT HEIST
Bill Kilmer
Co-author of the spy thriller Beyond Honor
Episode: 552 | K.B. Brodsky | Authors | BEYOND HONOR
Todd Fox
Author, security expert
Tour Protection (security for touring acts)
Episode: 551 | Todd Fox | Author | THE POWER OF PAPER & PLASTIC
Jason Allison
Award-winning author
Episode: 549 | Jason Allison | Award-Winning Author | THE KILLING YARDS
Alma Katsu
NY Times Best Selling Author, former intelligence analyst
Episode: 548 | Alma Katsu | NY Times Best Selling Author | INCARNATE
William Kaufman
Director and writer of Man of War; frequent collaborator with military-adjacent authentic detail
Director
Episode: 545 | William Kaufman | Director | MAN OF WAR
Garrett Melich
Former CIA imagery analyst and case officer
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Episode: 544 | Garrett Melich | Retired CIA
Ward Larsen
Author of Tom Clancy Rules of Engagement series
Author
Episode: 543 | Ward Larsen | NYT Best Selling Author | TOM CLANCY RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

Host

Jason Piccolo
Host of The Protectors; retired federal agent and U.S. Army veteran who interviews veterans, leaders, athletes, and authors about resilience, reinvention, and purpose.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • Always learning!

    Jason is always taking his life experience and law enforcement experience to bring it into each episode to help others!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reps for responders
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Protectors for the win

    What a cool show. In this realm there can be so many shows that just flood you with war stories, and don’t get me wrong, there is a place for that. But Jason goes deeper than just that. To find out more about his guests. You get a true sense of who that person is. And if you follow along the entire episode it just builds to show what amazing people we have in this world. How Jason continually finds these heroes who all have a different story to tell is beyond me. Highly recommend and give it a s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayno S
    United States2 years ago
  • Blue Grit Radio

    Jason is a wealth of knowledge. It was a pleasure to connect with him on each of our shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Grit Radio
    United States2 years ago
  • This is a must listen to show

    Great show, great host, great guests! What else is there to say? Jason brings on interesting people and has a great way of conversing in a natural and unforced way. A must add to your rotation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike regs
    United States2 years ago
  • The Protectors - A Must Subscribe Podcast

    The Protectors Podcast has insightful discussions and engaging storytelling, featuring a variety of topics on protection. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just a good laugh, this podcast delivers consistently. A must-listen for anyone seeking quality content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phili114
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are consistently described as fascinating and well-prepared, with deep expertise.
Producing quality conversations that mix personal stories with actionable takeaways.
The show is viewed as a reliable source for veterans and readers interested in leadership and publishing.
Listeners praise the host for authenticity and practical insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

554 | Dirk Cussler | NY Times Best Selling Author | Clive Cussler’s OBSIDIAN SKY
Q: What is Obsidian Sky about?
Archaeologists find an ancient body and a marked silver scroll on an island off Italy. The clues lead to Tartessos and a biblical treasure lost in a shipwreck, while Dirk Pitt confronts a drug cartel and an eco-terrorist threatening global calamity.
554 | Dirk Cussler | NY Times Best Selling Author | Clive Cussler’s OBSIDIAN SKY
Q: What was the first realization that writing books carried more responsibility than you expected?
Cussler recalls attending book signings with his father and seeing readers lined up to meet him. That made the size of the audience and the responsibility to readers more tangible.
552 | K.B. Brodsky | Authors | BEYOND HONOR
Q: What is the main premise of the book?
The story follows characters including Kevin Rhodes and Whitney Schuyler as circumstances push them toward morally difficult choices, showing how people respond differently when tested.
552 | K.B. Brodsky | Authors | BEYOND HONOR
Q: How did you research what life in the secretive world of spies is like?
They sought advice and page critiques from friends with experience in that world, who helped check technical details, including weapons and their effective ranges.
553 | Alex Dekker | Author | DESERT HEIST
Q: Why should they buy this book? Why should they invest into these characters?
Dekker describes Desert Heist as a blend of realistic military action and historical mystery, with a series structure that lets each book stand alone while the characters develop.

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What is The Protectors® about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on resilience, reinvention, and meaningful second chapters after service, featuring conversations with veterans, leaders, athletes, entrepreneurs, and authors. Episodes commonly explore authentic storytelling, personal transformation, and practical pathways to rebuild identity and purpose post-career, often weaving in real-world lessons from military, law enforcement, and high-stakes professions. Notable strengths include a steady emphasis on credible detail, a focus on pivot moments, and guests who blend public achievement with practical, behind-the-scenes insight. Listeners can expect actionable inspiration on career transitions, leadership, and pursuing new ventures, with frequent emphasis on writing and publishing for a... more

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Recent guests on The Protectors® include:

1. Dirk Cussler
2. Alex Dekker
3. Bill Kilmer
4. Todd Fox
5. Jason Allison
6. Alma Katsu
7. William Kaufman
8. Garrett Melich

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