
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 538 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Entertainment NewsArtsBooksNews | |||

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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Jason is always taking his life experience and law enforcement experience to bring it into each episode to help others!
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
Jason is a wealth of knowledge. It was a pleasure to connect with him on each of our shows!
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!
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!
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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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