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Robert "Bob" Harward is a retired United States Navy SEAL and a former Deputy Commander of the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) under General James Mattis. He served for 34 years in the U.S. Navy, retiring in November 2013 as a Vice Admiral. As a Navy SEAL, he had extensive combat experience in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Somalia, Yemen, and Bosnia, where he led the U.S. Special Operations invasion of Afghanistan after 9/11 and oversaw the Navy SEALs role in Iraq in 2003. He also served as Deputy Commander of U.S. Joint Forces Command, and even served as a SEAL Leader back when Mike first enlisted at SEAL Teams at only 19 years old. Since then, Bob has served on the National Security Council during the Bush administration as well as having commissioned the National Counter Terrorism Center. He also was the Chief Executive for Lockheed Martin Middle East for eight years, and was recognized by Forbes as one of the top 50 most influential CEO's in the Middle East. In 2017, he was offered the position

Geoff Dardia joins Mike Ritland to expose the real story behind Afghanistan, the missed chance to take out Bin Laden, and how politics destroyed 20 years of sacrifice.Dardia is a former Master Sergeant and Green Beret who lived it for real — from kicking doors in hostile countries to hunting bad guys under night vision.Before that?He was supposed to be a Navy SEAL — training shoulder-to-shoulder with Mike Ritland — until a medical issue derailed that path. Instead of quitting, Geoff took the fight to Special Operations, racking up multiple deployments as a Weapons Sergeant, Intel Sergeant, and Ops Sergeant.Since leaving active duty, Geoff’s been on a different kind of warpath — fighting for the health and survival of the special operations community. As the founding director of SOF Health Initiatives for the Task Force Dagger Foundation, he’s tackling the issues nobody wants to talk about — traumatic brain injuries, cancer, and the hidden wounds killing more operators than enemy bullets ever did. Like + Subs

Mark Lamb is the unapologetically bold, newly-retired Sheriff of Pinal County, Arizona, who made national waves for bringing old-school grit and modern media savvy to law enforcement. Serving from 2017 to 2024, Lamb wasn’t just a badge and a gun—he became a digital-era lawman, turning to YouTube to share raw, unfiltered police footage while regularly appearing on FOX News, Newsmax, Live PD, and 60 Days In. Known for his no-nonsense stance on border security, Lamb stepped into the political arena in 2024, launching a U.S. Senate run to replace Kyrsten Sinema—only to be edged out in a high-profile primary battle by Kari Lake. After nearly two decades of service and a reputation that stretches far beyond Arizona, Sheriff Lamb officially hung up his badge on December 31st, 2024—but he's far from done making noise. #sheriff #LEO #navyseals #sherifflamb #arizona #lawenforcement #backtheblue Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop

Jeff Tiegs is a retired Delta Force Counter Terrorism and Counter Insurgency Expert with over 25 years of service in US Army Special Operations. With a distinguished military career spanning from a young ranger private to Delta Force lieutenant colonel, he has braved and commanded combat operations around the globe, including in Panama, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He's also the President of Skull Games Solutions, an organization that provides analytical and operational support to Law Enforcement Agencies engaged in counter sex trafficking operations. Unlike most Delta Force operators, Jeff has authored a book titled "Where Have All the Heroes Gone?: A Pilgrimage Through the Bible, the Battlefield, and Back Home Again", based on his exploration into Bible histories that helped him find meaning, inspiration, and the will to keep fighting, no matter the odds. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ---------- Support Jeff Tiegs -

Jason Lee Morrison is a U.S. Marine Force Recon Veteran who's seen action in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Israel. Having deployed into the invasion of Iraq, he would go on to serve eight years as an elite Force Recon Marine, before spending the next few years working for various U.S. Government organizations in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as Israel and Palestine during the Israeli-Hezbollah war. Jason's perspective is uniquely grounded in his upbringing, being born in America but raised in Indonesia before coming back stateside to serve his country. Since then, Jason has transitioned into a career in technology development and consulting in government and private sectors, before pivoting full-time to writing about his work, his past, and on occasion, poetry and prose. ---------- Support Jason Morrison - Get Your Copy of Jason's Books 'The Perfect F*cking Life' and 'Finally Somehow Home' at https://www.theperfectfuckinglife.com/selected-work-1 Website - https://www.theperfectfuckinglife.com/ Instagram - h

Ethan Thornton is the founder of MACH Industries, a next-generation defense technology and manufacturing company that's dedicated to redefining the future of modern combat through their hydrogen-powered unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and drone defense systems. A 21-year-old MIT dropout, Ethan left higher learning in 2023 after receiving a Thiel Fellowship from tech startup investor Peter Thiel (as well as placing on Forbes 30 under 30 list) to pursue working at MACH full-time. Considered by some to be a modern tech savant who shares the stage with the likes of Elon Musk or Marvel's fictional billionaire Tony Stark, Ethan's goal is to create more cost-effective and efficient defense systems by replacing traditional munitions with hydrogen-powered alternatives. He's also attracted significant attention for his work at the Department of Defense, with his innovative approach to crafting weapons systems like Viper, Glide, and Stratus leading some to believe that MACH may very well be rewriting the rulebook when

Clint Emerson is a retired DEVGRU Navy SEAL, bestselling author, media personality, and the #1 crisis management professional you want in your corner when things go awry. As an operative within the elite SEAL Team 6, Clint served in various combat zones executing high-stakes missions including against Somali Pirates, Al Qaeda Leaders, and other covert operations. And he's a returning guest to the podcast as well - a personal friend of Mike's outside the studio, familiar fans will recognize Clint from his previous appearances alongside the likes of Shane Hiatt and Clark Impastato. But lately, Clint's been working on something new - a state-of-the-art crisis management and risk mitigation company called 'Escape The Wolf' that's been making worldwide waves in the private security sector due to Clint's emphasis on providing actionable information on insecure corporate buildings, file systems, and even employees - all obtained by breaking into multi-billion dollar corporations in the dead of night, among other m

Jared Hudson is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and law enforcement officer. He served as a SEAL Operator and sniper with Naval Special Warfare and was deployed multiple times to a variety of combat zones in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his service, he earned numerous accolades, including multiple Navy, Marine Corps, and Army Commendation Medals for Valor, as well as multiple Navy, Marine Corps, and Army Achievement Medals, highlighting his exceptional bravery and commitment to duty. Since then, Jared's founded Covenant Rescue Group, a nonprofit that combats human trafficking and child exploitation, along with a tactical training company called The Shooting Institute, a destination for excellence and expertise in tactical training for law enforcement, military, civilians, and more. He's also a proud father of three and a devout follower of Christ. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop

As the youngest Special Forces Captain in Vietnam, Bill 'Hawk' Albracht faced overwhelming odds at Firebase Kate, leading a daring escape after five brutal days under siege. His incredible leadership and courage in the jungle are legendary, and his story is immortalized in his memoir, "Abandoned in Hell: The Fight for Vietnam's Firebase Kate." After his time in combat, Bill served 25 years as a U.S. Secret Service Agent, protecting multiple U.S. Presidents and navigating the high-stakes world of national security. In this episode, we dive deep into the intense battle at Firebase Kate and the brutal realities of jungle warfare, Bill's transition from Green Beret to the Secret Service and first-hand stories of protecting U.S. Presidents. Don’t miss this incredible conversation about survival, leadership, and service. Like + Subscribe to the Mike Drop Podcast to Support the Show & Guests at http://youtube.com/@MikeRitland?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Earl

Addiction, destruction, and warrior mentality with former Delta Force Special Operator Tyler Grey. Grey is a distinguished Army veteran who served with the 75th Ranger Regiment and has since found success in the entertainment world on the hit TV series 'SEAL Team' and 'Suicide Squad'. Tyler and Mike are joined by Lauren Ungeldi, best-selling author and speaker, who's history of collaborating with high-profile politicians, war heroes, doctors and media figures has led her to helping shape the stories of countless decorated veterans like Tyler. Grey’s upcoming book, 'Forged in Chaos', dives deep into the center of what he calls "Chaos Addiction" - the constant need for self-destruction that so many members of our military face. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ---------- Support Tyler Grey - Website: https://greymancoaching.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorclassbook/ Instagram: https://www.instagra

Dr. Matteo Capodaglio is a performance nutrition coach who specializes in working with elite athletes. He is the founder of CAPONUTRITION, a company that provides tailored nutrition coaching to athletes from a variety of disciplines, including ADCC and IBJJF champions, UFC title contenders, NHL and NFL players, professional motorcycle racers, and Rugby 15 national team members. Over the course of his career, Dr. Capodaglio has worked with the likes rising UFC Lightweight Division Star Arman Tsarukyan, BJJ World Champion Dante Leon, and UFC Middleweight contender Marvin Vettori. Dr. Capodaglio's approach to nutrition is based on evidence-based science, and he emphasizes the importance of food in both athletic performance and overall well-being. He believes that athletes should enjoy their food, and he incorporates elements of Italian cuisine into his coaching. So what's the secret to eating well, long-term, without losing the flavors and varieties that make food so enjoyable? Let's ask Dr. Capodaglio. Subs

Hollie McKay is an Australian born journalist who formerly worked for Fox News. She is a national bureau correspondent covering national and international news from Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Turkey, Syria, Pakistan, Yemen, Myanmar and Ukraine. She's also a return guest to the Mike Drop Podcast - previously Hollie joined the show on Episode 69 to talk about her time covering the war-torn Iraq/Syria region in the Middle East in her book 'Only Cry for the Living' along with Episode 81, where she walked us through daily happenings of the Taliban as they rapidly gained ground in the Middle East. But Hollie's latest travels have surfaced new world crises - since she last joined the program, she's traveled through Sudan covering U.S. involvement in a number of global conflicts, along with having covered new bioweapon threats through fentanyl-laced weapons in Iran. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ---------- Support

When Ret. Master Sergeant Darrell Utt set his sights on joining the legendary Green Berets, he could never have anticipated the journey that would take him to the heart of Baghdad during one of the deadliest periods of the war in Iraq. Known for his tactical acumen and strategic thinking, Utt's leadership at 10th Special Forces Group was pivotal during his '06-'07 deployments. Over the course of his ten combat deployments, Utt earned five Bronze Star Medals, one with valor for heroism in Baghdad (2006), and the Larry Thorne Award for best operational detachment. In his hard-hitting memoir, 'Grit to Glory: A Green Beret's Journey from West Virginia to the Streets of Baghdad' Utt revisits his journey through the treacherous streets of Baghdad during his 2006 rotation as the team sergeant of ODA 043 - recounting eight months of brutal unconventional warfare and revealing the raw realities of combat. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com

Doron Keidar travels globally to advocate for Israel, sharing firsthand insights from his experience defending the Jewish state. Since 2003, Doron has served in a combat unit of the Israeli Defense Forces and has been in the IDF reserves since 2006. With nearly two decades of EP security sector experience, he has contributed to the development of military and law enforcement gear, leveraging his IDF background and collaboration with Israeli and American security experts. Fluent in English and Hebrew, he engages audiences of all ages with a straightforward and captivating speaking style, hosting the Doron Keidar Podcast along with working with Cry For Zion, a movement supporting Jewish rights on the Temple Mount. Through historical, archaeological, and biblical evidence, he offers audiences a rich perspective on the past, present, and future of Jerusalem and the Temple Mount. Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ----------

Tegan Broadwater is a 13-Year Veteran and Decorated Undercover Officer of the Fort Worth Police Department. His assignments included stints with three Narcotics Units, the Gang Unit, the Homicide Cold Case Unit, and the F.B.I. Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force. A white cop pretending to be a high-end cocaine dealer, he infiltrated a deadly street gang, won their trust, and embarked on a mission to put them away in a multi-year career highlight that would eventually serve as the basis for Tegan's book 'Life in the Fish Bowl: The True Story of a White Cop Infiltrated and Took Down 51 of the Nation's Most Notorious Crip's'. Today, Tegan is a musician, podcast host, philanthropist, author, and entrepreneur and CEO at TSN (Tactical Systems Network), an elite security and private investigation firm, along with Uncommon Souls, a creative company that aims to purposefully inspire conversations about systemic racism, police & community relations, criminal reciprocity, and more. For his extraordinary undercover work

Should the US acquire Greenland for staging Nukes? Retired Air Force Special Warfare Weatherman Trent Seegmiller returns from Episode 67 to give his unfiltered and uncensored take on how woke DEI policies are destroying military morale. Trent and Mike take an in-depth look at the hot-button political and social topics the US Military is facing, including transgender issues, female operators in Spec Ops, and what benefits veterans really deserve. Watch Trent's original appearance on Mike Drop in Episode 67 Here - https://youtu.be/y9z78R1RTM8 #military #nationalsecurity #transgender Like + Subscribe to the Mike Drop Podcast to Support the Show & Guests at http://youtube.com/@MikeRitland?sub_confirmation=1 Like, Subscribe, and Hit the Notification Bell to Get Notified when the Full Episode drops this Monday at 6pm CST at http://youtube.com/@MikeRitland?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ----------

Jocko Willink is a Retired U.S. Navy SEAL, podcast, author, leadership instructor, and entrepreneur. A legend in the SEAL community, Jocko's unwavering dedication to commitment and character has opened many doors since his scrappy beginnings as SEAL Officer, commanding SEAL Team Three's Task Unit Bruiser during the Battle of Ramadi. Upon returning from deployment, Jocko served as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, where he spearheaded development of leadership training and personally instructed the next generation of SEAL Leaders. He'd go on to receive the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and numerous other personal and unit awards. Since then, Jocko co-founded Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting company, along with authoring the New York Times Bestseller 'Discipline Equals Freedom', 'Leadership Strategies and Tactics', and 'Way of the Warrior Kid', an innovative children's book series. Having appeared on prominent podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience and This Past Wee

Emily Joy Hills is a former Army AH-64 Apache Helicopter Pilot. Having served alongside ground forces before becoming a pilot, she's no stranger to the art of war, having saved countless lives via air support. Formerly known as gunbunnyactual, Emily's since transitioned into civilian life, finding a new space for herself as a woman and combat veteran that managed to fly some of the most high-wire encounters and come back unscathed. That's why we're doing something different this week - re-releasing Emily's old episode 36, in full, with a new intro and upscaled for modern devices. It's a fascinating look back at a great guest with incredible stories, all from the humble beginnings of Mike's very own table way back in 2019. Like + Subscribe to the Mike Drop Podcast to Support the Show & Guests at http://youtube.com/@MikeRitland?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop ---------- Support Emily Joy Hills -

Ken Behr is a professional drug smuggler. Grass, snow, smack, dope - he's got it all, or at least he did in the 1970's, back when he was flying product by the gross from Colombia to South Florida on a rickety pondhopper into makeshift runways. Back then Ken had no idea that the war on drugs was about to explode - and that Ronald Reagan's crackdown on trafficking would lead to a swift rise in prices for Ken's private operation. But all that glitters isn't always gold, and after Ken got busted by the DEA, he cut a deal to work two years as an undercover agent to avoid a 55-year prison sentence.  Since then, Ken's wised up in more ways than one - nowadays he's settled down a bit, though he did have a brief spin as an open wheel race car driver, along with having penned a memoir of his travels called 'One Step Over the Line: Confessions of a Marijuana Mercenary.' It's a fascinating dive deep into the world of drug smuggling, judicial manipulation, social engineering, and the longest war in U.S. history - the War

Josh Smith is a Master Bladesmith that forges custom museum-quality knives using exotic handle materials and precious metals. He's also the President of Montana Knife Company, a shop he founded to focus on building high-quality, well-built custom knives at an affordable price. A fifth-generation son of Montana, Josh started making hunting knives at eleven years old, and would go on to become the youngest Journeyman Smith in the American Bladesmith Society at 15, eventually becoming the youngest Master Smith at 19. It wouldn't be long until a friend would mention Josh's company to podcaster Joe Rogan, and soon after an endorsement on Rogan's podcast would lead to a huge boon in business, with swift connections to the likes of UFC Founder Dana White and even President Donald Trump. Since then, Montana Knife Company has only continued to explode in growth - today, they're building a 55,000 square-foot retail facility with large showroom windows offering an inside view into the manufacturing process, and even a B