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The Team House

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Iran
Russia
Ukraine
CIA
Israel
Afghanistan
United States
Gaza
Venezuela
Hamas
Iraq
Middle East
NATO
Nuclear Weapons
U.S. Foreign Policy
Special Forces
Special Operations
Vietnam War
China
Syria

The Team House is a long-form, fiercely apolitical national security podcast hosted by Jack Murphy, featuring special operations veterans, intelligence professionals, frontline reporters, and guests who have never spoken publicly before. It delivers deep-dive conversations on conflict, tradecraft, and the forces shaping the world, alongside the sister show Eyes On Geopolitics hosted by Mick Mulroy... more

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As reports of a much larger U.S. military campaign against Iran emerged, the Trump administration abruptly paused the strikes and shifted back toward diplomacy. We break down whether the threat of escalation was a negotiating strategy, why sanctions ... more

Jay Morton discusses his career in the British Parachute Regiment and the Special Air Service (SAS), including deployments to Afghanistan, the challenges of SAS selection, and the realities of life in one of the world's premier special operations uni... more

We sit down with former U.S. Navy submariner and defense analyst Thomas Shugart to examine the rapidly shifting military balance between the United States and China, from Taiwan invasion planning and shipbuilding to missile stockpiles and the future ... more

We break down the latest phase of the U.S.-Iran war, from dwindling interceptor stockpiles and the fight over the Strait of Hormuz to Iran’s nuclear leverage and the limits of American military power. We also examine Ukraine’s attacks on Russian supp... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Hackett
Iranian expert, Iranian politics and history specialist
Iranian affairs analyst
Episode: How America Went Blind in Iran | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Dave Harris
Former Special Forces operator, CRIF member, Sephardic/Sephalic instructor, and training entrepreneur
Vortex Optics, Harris Strategic Solutions
Episode: Inside the Special Forces Crisis Response Team | Dave Harris
Wayne Barnes
Retired FBI agent and author of A Traitor in the FBI, The Hunt for a Russian Mole
FBI
Episode: Inside the FBI's Hunt for a Russian Mole | Wayne Barnes
Jack Murphy
Investigative journalist, author, co-author of Iran WMD Raid article
The Team House / The High Side
Episode: Inside JSOC’s Most Dangerous Mission Ever | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Colin Freeman
Journalist and author of The Mad and the Brave
The Telegraph (based on transcript)
Episode: Inside Ukraine’s Foreign Legion | Colin Freeman
Mike Vickers
Former CIA officer, former Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict? (ASD/SOLIC)
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA); U.S. Department of Defense
Episode: Special Forces to CIA in Afghanistan Fighting the Soviets | Mike Vickers (throwback)
Brad Colbert
Retired Marine, Force Recon veteran
Team House guest
Episode: The Real Marine Behind Generation Kill | Brad Colbert
Stephanie Rotolo
Officer, Civil Affairs Officer in the Reserves, former CST member
The Team House guest ( CST program )
Episode: The Truth About Women in Combat (Cultural Support Team)| Stephanie Rotolo
Frank D'Alesio
Former ATF undercover agent who infiltrated motorcycle gangs
ATF
Episode: Infiltrating Motorcycle Gangs as an Undercover ATF Agent | Frank D'Alesio (throwback episode)

Host

Jack Murphy
Host of The Team House (long-form, apolitical national security discussions)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Great Show

    With Dee this is a 1 star show. Without him this show would be incredible. I’ll give it a 3 because all other contributors on the show actually demonstrate professionalism and knowledge of the subject at hand.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MydogknowsmorethanDee
    United States3 months ago
  • Apolitical?

    Was looking for a good history podcast. In the first sentence it says fiercely apolitical. First episode I listen to is nothing but bashing Trump and policies. Got through 10 minutes and not what I came for.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    foozball84
    United States3 months ago
  • Jack is a pro

    Jack is a decorated veteran himself and cares about our country, and his guests who served…a very professional podcast host and He did an excellent job and I was honored on to be on the show and am avid listener too!

    -Sean W, author

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wissers73
    United States3 months ago
  • Dimitri

    Really used to love this pod! My lord do you guys not perceive how terrible Dee comes across. Low powered intellect and incredible biases. That dude should not be on a mic for you all. This is less about his bias and more about his low watt output and overall presence which is so off putting when listening to this sort of a show.

    Let him do his own whiny politics / low information show off to the side - he brings down the impact of the conversations your guests and co-hosts are having.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jerry Fletcher II
    United States5 months ago
  • Too political, lost their way

    This used to be the best veteran story podcast available but has slowly devolved into a politically slanted blabber. It shows even more lately because you all have to repost shows that folks actually listened. Read the audience boys

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    blamegameistired
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audio quality and occasional host bias are common points of feedback, with some listeners calling for more consistent production and tighter moderation.
The mix of Eyes On Geopolitics episodes is seen as valuable for context, though some hear it as shifting focus away from traditional military storytelling.
Fans value the rigorous, no-nonsense approach but some negative feedback highlights political tones and format changes.
Listeners appreciate deep, firsthand guest interviews and expert geopolitics analysis.
Positive feedback often centers on credible guests and useful, battlefield-to-policy insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#7
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#27
United States/History
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#37
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Apple Podcasts
#3
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#159
United Kingdom/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside the Special Forces Crisis Response Team | Dave Harris
Q: What stood out about the Nigeria/embassy mission training in Berlin and Nigeria?
The Berlin detour allowed him to see Europe; in Nigeria, the team built routes, mapped doors, rehearsed embassy security, and trained Marines on CQB, illustrating the integrated, joint nature of embassy security operations.
Inside the Special Forces Crisis Response Team | Dave Harris
Q: What was your first deployment with the CRIF/3rd Group and how did Africa become part of your area?
The Africa role emerged from organizational reassignments after Benghazi; he describes Africa as the continent the CRIF would cover, while Afghanistan stayed in their AO. It showed how force structure and geopolitics shape missions.
Inside the Special Forces Crisis Response Team | Dave Harris
Q: How did you get into SF and what was selection like for you?
Selection was challenging but doable; the key was hard work and perseverance, not innate talent. He emphasized not quitting and focusing on improving steadily, even if times aren't perfect.
How America Went Blind in Iran | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Q: Jon, where do you want to start when recounting Iran's modern history?
We start with the early 20th century push for parliamentary representation, then trace the 1953 coup as a turning point that set the stage for a pro-Western monarchy until 1979, when the revolution reshaped Iran's political and strategic landscape.
The Real Marine Behind Generation Kill | Brad Colbert
Q: What was the experience like during the 9/11 period and the early Afghanistan deployment?
Brad describes the immediate pivot to war footing, amphibious operations and the rapid deployment into Afghanistan, including the challenges of operating in austere conditions, the intense planning, and the sense of purpose despite the high risks.

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A long-form, apolitical national security conversation that centers veteran and intelligence perspectives, with guests who bring firsthand experiences from special operations, diplomacy, journalism, and defense technology. Episodes often balance battlefield storytelling with strategic analysis, covering conflicts, warfare tech, and policy dynamics, while highlighting human costs, leadership lessons, and the complexities of modern security decision-making. A notable trait is the blend of veteran-hosted storytelling with expert geopolitical insights from Eyes On Geopolitics, making it a dense, substantive listen for professionals and enthusiasts seeking in-depth context beyond headlines.

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Recent guests on The Team House include:

1. Jon Hackett
2. Dave Harris
3. Wayne Barnes
4. Jack Murphy
5. Colin Freeman
6. Mike Vickers
7. Brad Colbert
8. Stephanie Rotolo

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