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Description: Today’s guest is geopolitical strategist and New York Times bestselling author Peter Zeihan. Peter’s work focuses on global politics, demographics, and geography to better understand economic, cultural, political, and military developments to predict future trends. His firm, Zeihan on Geopolitics, provides custom analytical products to an array of clients including energy companies, financial institutions, agricultural interests, intelligence agencies, and the U.S. military. Join Jack and Peter as they explore Iran’s historical and geographical influences on culture, along with the greater Iranian threat via proxy groups including Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis. They also discuss China’s birth rate crisis and the potential motives for a Taiwan invasion, portraying a bleak vision of the future as a desperate attempt to save a dying empire. Peter is the New York Times bestselling author of, The Accidental Superpower, The Absent Superpower, Disunited Nations, and The End of the World Is Just the Beginning.  To learn more about Peter, subscribe to his YouTube Channel - Zeihan on Geopolitics, follow him on Instagram @zeihanongeopolitics and visit his website, zeihan.com. SPONSORS: Red Sky Mourning – The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. Pre-order today! http://jackcarr.co/rsm  Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA.com  SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more here - https://jackcarr.co/SIG40thP226  Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here - https://jackcarr.co/gear

Today’s guest is screenwriter, producer and author, Terry Hayes.   Terry began his career as an investigative journalist for The Sydney Morning Herald where, as their youngest foreign correspondent in the U.S., he covered major stories including Watergate and President Nixon’s resignation.  After meeting George Miller, the director of 1979’s Mad Max, he wrote the film’s novelization and then transitioned to screenwriting, co-writing The Road Warrior and Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.  He then wrote the screenplay for 1989’s Dead Calm (Nicole Kidman).  He went on to write for many films including Cliffhanger (Sylvester Stallone), Payback (Mel Gibson), From Hell (Johnny Depp) and Reign of Fire (Matthew McConaughey). His debut novel, I am Pilgrim, was published in 2014 and was an instant international thriller sensation. Now, ten years later, Terry brings us his much anticipated second novel, The Year of the Locust.  Join Jack and Terry as they discuss Terry’s family’s service in both World Wars and his experiences as a Hollywood screenwriter and international bestselling thriller author. Terry is the author of the New York Times bestselling book I am Pilgrim.  His latest novel, The Year of the Locust, is available now. SPONSORS: Red Sky Mourning – The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. Pre-order today! http://jackcarr.co/rsm  Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA.com  SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more here - https://jackcarr.co/40th-p226  Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here - https://jackcarr.co/gear

Mike spent 18 years in the U.S. Army, followed by time as a contractor for the CIA. He served as a SGM in Special Forces in various positions and deployed multiple times to combat theaters of operation. He is a sought-after expert in counterterrorism, security, and crisis management.  Join Jack and Mike as they discuss Mike’s special operations background and his company, Fieldcraft Survival, which is focused on educating, training, and equipping citizens for worst-case scenario events.  They also discuss the potential threat of black swan events in 2024 and the critical need for individual and family preparedness. Mike is the author of the bestselling book Prepared: A Manual for Surviving Worst-Case Scenarios and is the host of the Mike Force Podcast. To learn more about Mike, follow him on Instagram @mike.a.glover and visit his website, fieldcraftsurvival.com. SPONSORS: Red Sky Mourning: The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. Pre-order today! http://jackcarr.co/rsm Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA.com SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more here - https://jackcarr.co/40th-p226 Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here - https://jackcarr.co/gear

Today’s guest on the Danger Close Podcast with Jack Carr is retired U.S. Army Infantry captain Sean Parnell. As a 10th Mountain Division soldier, Sean served in some of the heaviest combat of the Afghan War. Join Jack and Sean as they discuss Sean’s 485 days of fierce fighting on the Afghan-Pakistan border in 2006-2007 and key leadership take-aways from Sean’s time in service. They also discuss Sean’s two congressional runs and the power, money and manipulations at play from at home and abroad on the U.S. political system. Sean captured his experiences in Afghanistan in the New York Times bestselling book ⁠Outlaw Platoon⁠ and is currently the host of the Sean Parnell Battle Ground Podcast, which airs daily at 5pm EST. To learn more about Sean, follow him on Instagram ⁠@officialseanparnell⁠ and visit his website, ⁠https://officialseanparnell.com/⁠. SPONSORS Red Sky Mourning – The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. ⁠Pre-order⁠ here - http://jackcarr.co/rsm Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the ⁠web⁠ here - http://jackcarr.co/bcm and on Instagram ⁠@BravoCompanyUSA⁠  SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more ⁠here⁠ - https://jackcarr.co/40th-p226 Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear ⁠here⁠ - https://jackcarr.co/gear

Today’s guest is Jack’s BUD/S Classmate and Navy SEAL Teammate Mark Greene.  Join them as they reminisce about BUD/S, share stories from deployments, and reflect on the profound loss of brothers in arms.  Mark's post-military path took him to the University of Southern California, where he played a crucial role in veteran programs and fundraising. Mark's latest accomplishment, the book UNSEALED, is an open, honest, unflinching account of life in the trenches.  Tune in to navigate through the highs and lows of a life lived dangerously and purposefully. To learn more about Mark, follow him on Instagram @themarkgreene and visit his website, https://www.themarkgreene.com/ SPONSORS: Red Sky Mourning: The 7th novel in the James Reece Terminal List series. https://jackcarr.co/RSM Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit BCM on the web at http://jackcarr.co/bcm or on Instagram @bravocompanyusa SIG: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the legendary SIG SAUER P226. Learn more https://jackcarr.co/40th-p226 Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear. Shop at https://jackcarr.co/gear

Today’s guests are Dean and Alana Stott.  Alana Stott is an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, security consultant, speaker, publisher, and former Mrs. Scotland. She is internationally known for her philanthropic efforts that have raised millions of dollars for causes such as mental health and the fight against human trafficking. She has been recognized for her work with several awards including the title of Member of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) on the King’s Honor List.  Alana is the author of How to Ask for Money and She Who Dares. She has also written a children’s book series called Mollie’s Adventures. Additionally, Alana is the founder of Wolfraven Omnimedia, a platform created to tell inspiring stories and advocate for causes that help improve the world.   Dean Stott is a security consultant, adventurer, motivational speaker, author, and former UK Special Boat Service (SBS) operator. After a parachuting accident in 2011 ended his military service, Dean became one of the world’s leading private security consultants focused on high-risk jobs involving extortion campaigns, kidnappings, piracy, and extractions during military coups and civil unrest, to include evacuating the Canadian Embassy in Libya in 2014.  In 2018, Dean broke two Guinness Book of World Records for being the fastest person to cycle the length of South America and the first person to cycle the Pan-American Highway, which runs from the tip of South America to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, in under 100 days.  Dean is also an experienced public speaker sharing his insights on resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity.  He is the author of Relentless: From Special Operations to World Record Breaker. Together, Dean and Alana launched their new podcast in September. Titled Behind the Seen it is available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. You can also follow the show’s Instagram @behindtheseenshow To learn more about Dean and Alana, follow them on Instagram @deanstott and @alanastott, and visit their websites, deanstott.com and alanastott.com SPONSORS: Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web @ BravoCompanyMFG.com and @BravoCompanyUSA.com 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Rifle Dynamics  Black Rifle Coffee Subscription  Grizzly Forge Muskrat Staccato Pistol Relentless by Dean Stott How to Ask For Money by Alana Stott SBS Silent Warriors by Saul David Vertex Watches 

Today’s guest is John Stryker “Tilt” Meyer. He is an author, reporter, and U.S. Army Special Forces combat veteran. John enlisted into the U.S. Army in 1966 and became a Green Beret in 1967. He specialized in covert reconnaissance and served two tours of duty with the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam-Studies and Observation Group (MACV-SOG). He received several awards and decorations for his service, including a Purple Heart and two Bronze Stars with “V” devices for valor.  Today, the former Green Beret is known for his books about his experiences in the Vietnam War, including Across the Fence: The Secret War in Vietnam, On the Ground, and SOG Chronicles. He is also a speaker, consultant, and host of the SOGcast: Untold Stories of MAC V SOG podcast.  To learn more about John, follow him on Instagram @jstrykermeyer and visit sogchronicles.com.  SPONSORS: Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web @ BravoCompanyMFG.com and @BravoCompanyUSA.com 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear MAC v SOG Jocko Pre-Workout  Jack Carr Bottle SOG Chronicles DC Vintage Watches SIG P365 Jr’s Bullet Pens The Secret Wars of America’s Commandos in Vietnam Gozney Roccbox Portable Pizza Oven Tacticalories Black Rifle Coffee 

Today’s guest is Mark Owen.  Mark is an author, television producer, and former Navy SEAL.  Following September 11th 2001, Mark made continuous deployments in support of the Global War on Terror, participating in hundreds of special operations missions around the world, including the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips during the Maersk Alabama hijacking and as a team leader on Operation Neptune Spear, the raid that killed Osama bin Laden. The Maersk Alabama lifeboat and model of Osama bin Laden’s compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan can be found in the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida.   Mark is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of No Easy Day: The Autobiography of a Navy SEAL: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden and No Hero: The Evolution of a Navy SEAL.  He is also an executive producer for the hit show SEAL Team. It is available to stream on Paramount Plus.  To learn more about Mark, add his book to your library and follow him on Instagram @markowenseal SPONSORS: Bravo Company Manufacturing: Visit us on the web @ BravoCompanyMFG.com and @BravoCompanyUSA.com 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear Badass Work Bench Fort Knox Safe Playmobil Magnum P.I.  SIG P226 Bravo Company Rifle   Half Faced Blade Jocko Protein Cookie Sterling Pacific Luggage  Jack Carr x Ball and Buck Shirt 

Today's guest is Matthew Thomas. Matthew is the Chief Deputy of the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, a former Pinal Regional SWAT team commander, Mexican cartel expert, and bestselling author. He has served with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office for over 30 years. Before becoming the Chief Deputy, Matthew served in Detention, Patrol, Traffic, Training, Academy, Narcotics, Motors, and Investigations. While working in the Narcotics unit, Matthew worked undercover, taking part in street-level drug busts to large cartel cases. Additionally, Matthew spent 18 years with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office SWAT team as a member, team lead, and commander. During that time, he participated in over 700 missions. Matthew served as the regional representative and Vice President of the Arizona Tactical Officers' Association and conducts training for agencies focused on tactics, narcotics, Mexican cartels, trafficking, and leadership. His work includes spearheading operations targeting Mexican cartels at the local, state, and federal levels.  He is the author of Interceptors: The Untold Fight Against the Mexican Cartels. To learn more about Matthew, follow him on Instagram @deputy_onetime and visit his website, onetimenation.com.  SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org American Giant: Go to https://www.american-giant.com/jack and get 20% off with a discount code JACK at checkout. 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Hooten Young Whiskey: Shop Hooten Young x Jack Carr Warrior Whiskey HERE. Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Frison-Logue Hardwoods DC Vintage Watches Eberlestock Interceptors: The Untold Fight Against the Mexican Cartels Spyderco Knives Thunder Ranch Smith & Wesson Black Rifle Coffee Bastion Bolt Action Pen

Today’s guest on Danger Close is Bert Sorin. Bert is a hunter, hammer thrower, Highland Games athlete, and the president and co-owner of Sorinex. Sorinex was founded by Bert's father Richard Sorin in 1980. The company has been making some of the industry's most durable strength training equipment for more than 40 years. The gear they make is utilized by professional athletes, service members, and students worldwide. Bert is a 4-time Track and Field Division 1 All-American (Hammer and 35lb. Weight Throw), Southeastern Conference Champion, former Weight Throw record-holder, and an Olympic trials athlete. He is also a professional Highland Games athlete and Highland Games Amateur Division World Champion. He is an ambassador of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, an organization that leads the effort to plan, fund, design, and build the Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. You can learn more about Bert at bertsorin.com or by following him on Instagram @bertsorin SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org American Giant: Go to https://www.american-giant.com/jack and get 20% off with a discount code JACK at checkout. Hooten Young Whiskey: Shop Hooten Young x Jack Carr Warrior Whiskey HERE Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/pages/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Sorinex Exercise Equipment

Today’s guest is Justin Melnick.  Justin is a police officer, K-9 handler, stuntman, actor, and photographer.   He stars as Brock Reynolds on the hit Paramount+ series SEAL Team. Before his recurring role on the show, Justin served as the show’s dog handler, responsible for his Belgian Malinois, Dita, who plays the role of Cerberus. Additionally, Justin is known for his roles in The Matter With Clark, Cupcakes, and Justified: City Primeval. He released a coloring book, The Adventures of DITA The Hair Missile, in 2020. Justin is a police officer and K-9 officer for the Daleville police department in Indiana. Prior to joining the police force, he spent six years traveling the world as a photographer. His experience culminated with a three-month stint with U.S. troops in Afghanistan.  He is active with non-profits such as Joey’s P.A.W. and the Military Working Dog Team Support Association (MWDTSA) to ensure that military and law enforcement K-9s and their handlers have the support they need. To learn more about Justin, make sure to follow him on Instagram @justinmelnick. SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org American Giant: Go to https://www.american-giant.com/jack and get 20% off with a discount code JACK at checkout. 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Hooten Young Whiskey: Shop Hooten Young x Jack Carr Warrior Whiskey HERE. Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Badass Workbench Fort Knox Safes SIG Sauer Custom Works Anthem Bourbon Beef Jerky Bravo Team Gear London Bridge Trading Company Stroup Knives

Today’s guest is Larry Keane. Larry is the Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs, Assistant Secretary, and General Counsel to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF).  The NSSF is the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, shooting, and hunting industry. As the SVP of government and public affairs, Larry is the industry’s chief lobbyist and media spokesperson. He also handles legal matters, ranging from corporate governance to drafting legislation.  You can learn more about the NSSF by visiting nssf.org.  To stay up-to-date with Larry, follow him on X @lkeane. SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org. American Giant: Go to https://www.american-giant.com/jack and get 20% off with a discount code JACK at checkout. 1st Phorm: Go to https://www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75.  Hooten Young Whiskey: Shop Hooten Young x Jack Carr Warrior Whiskey HERE. Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.