
The Jack Carr Channel
Go beyond the books. Jack Carr spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, where he served as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, Task Unit Commander and a sniper. Now, he’s a speaker and the author behind the bestselling Terminal List series. Inspired by actual experiences serving in conflict areas around the world, the novels follow James Reece, a Navy SEAL who becomes embroiled in the world of conspiracies, international espionage and revenge. Now, on his new podcast Danger Close, Jack takes fans beyond the books with conversations from real-life warriors, tactical experts and fellow writers about the world of the Terminal List, real conflicts, gear and a ton more. New episodes drop every Wednesday Presented, by Sig Sauer.
Latest episodes

Apr 16, 2025 • 2h 15min
Tough Rugged Bastards
John Dailey is a United States Marine Corps Special Operations veteran and the author of TOUGH RUGGED BASTARDS, a memoir detailing his time as a sniper, Force Recon Marine, and founding member of MARSOC Det One - the first USMC SOCOM unit. After retiring in 2008, after two decades of service, John shaped the future of Marine special operations as Training and Education Branch Director at the Marine Raider Training Center. FOLLOW JOHNInstagram: @j.a.dailey Facebook: @WaIkingPointOrgLinkedIn: @daileyjaWebsite: https://www.jadailey.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSAFacebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing - BCM Stock MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-stock-mod-3-black/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr P365 Collection: P365XL with Red Dot Optic, P365, P365X-Macro, P365 Custom with True Precision, and P365 Legion.Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here: https://jackcarr.co/gear

Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 15min
Legacy & Loss: The Travis Manion Foundation
Ryan Manion is the CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering veterans and Gold Star families, and to inspiring future generations. Following the death of her brother, Marine 1st Lt. Travis Manion, in Iraq, she devoted her life to honoring the fallen, fostering resilience, and advocating for the military community.She is also the author of THE KNOCK AT THE DOOR, a powerful story of loss, resilience, and purpose.In addition to her work with the foundation, Ryan hosts THE RESILIENT LIFE podcast, where she interviews leaders from all walks of life about overcoming adversity and turning challenges into opportunities for growth.From the Travis Manion Foundation Website:“On April 29, 2007, experienced Iraq war veteran from the 1st Recon Battalion, 1stLt Travis Manion, and his fellow Marines were ambushed while searching a suspected insurgent house in the Al Anbar province of Iraq. As he led the counterattack against the enemy forces, Travis was fatally wounded by an enemy sniper while aiding and drawing fire away from his wounded teammates. His courageous acts allowed every member of his patrol to survive. For his actions, Travis was awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star with Valor. His legacy continues to grow through the work of TMF, inspiring people to make an impact by serving others.”FOLLOW RyanInstagram: @rmanionX: @rmanionFacebook: @RyanManionTMFWebsite: https://ryanmanion.com/contact/ Website: https://www.travismanion.org/ FOLLOW JACKInstagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSAFacebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr P365 Collection: P365XL with Red Dot Optic, P365, P365X-Macro, P365 Custom with True Precision, and P365 Legion.Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

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Apr 2, 2025 • 2h 11min
Death Is Our Business
Journalist John Lechner, an expert on African geopolitics and author of *Death Is Our Business*, dives into the intricate world of the Wagner Group and its mercenary operations. He discusses the shifting landscape of private military contractors in Russia, revealing their strategic actions in Syria and Africa. Lechner also addresses the chaotic aftermath of the Libyan conflict and its connection to global politics. Through gripping storytelling, he sheds light on the motivations behind the rise and fall of key figures like Yevgeny Prigozhin.

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Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 23min
Fearless
Eric Blehm, an award-winning author known for his nonfiction narratives, delves into the life of SEAL Team SIX operator Adam Brown. He shares a poignant journey of courage, addiction, and redemption, emphasizing the emotional power of storytelling. The conversation explores the significance of shared narratives among SEALs, the impact of loss and memory, and the value of independent bookstores. Blehm also reflects on his transition from military service to storytelling, highlighting the connection between faith and identity in powerful biographical accounts.

Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 33min
PART 2 MACV-SOG: THE SECRET WAR
John L. Plaster is a legendary MACV-SOG operator who served three tours of duty in Vietnam leading high-risk reconnaissance missions deep behind enemy lines in Laos and Cambodia, striking supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Wounded in action and decorated for valor four times, he later flew over 350 aerial combat missions as a Forward Air Controller.After Vietnam, Plaster became a pioneer in modern sniper training, co-founding the National Guard Sniper School and instructing elite military and law enforcement units, including the FBI and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. A prolific author, he has chronicled the untold stories of SOG in books including SOG: THE SECRET WARS OF AMERICA'S COMMANDOS IN VIETNAM, SECRET COMMANDOS: BEHIND ENEMY LINES WITH THE ELITE WARRIORS OF SOG, and SOG: A PHOTO HISTORY OF THE SECRET WARS.Plaster has also been inducted into both the Air Commando and Special Forces Halls of Fame.FOLLOW JOHNWebsite: https://majorjohnplaster.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr, From Savage Son: P320 X Compact, P320 Custom build from True Precision, P365 Customized from the Sig Custom Workshop, P226 Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc STACCATO HD: https://staccato2011.com/hd and on Instagram @staccato2011Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 40min
MACV-SOG: THE SECRET WAR
John L. Plaster is a legendary MACV-SOG operator who served three tours of duty inVietnam leading high-risk reconnaissance missions deep behind enemy lines in Laosand Cambodia, striking supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Wounded in action anddecorated for valor four times, he later flew over 350 aerial combat missions as aForward Air Controller.After Vietnam, Plaster became a pioneer in modern sniper training, co-founding theNational Guard Sniper School and instructing elite military and law enforcement units,including the FBI and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. A prolific author, he haschronicled the untold stories of SOG in books including SOG: THE SECRET WARS OFAMERICA'S COMMANDOS IN VIETNAM, SECRET COMMANDOS: BEHIND ENEMYLINES WITH THE ELITE WARRIORS OF SOG, and SOG: A PHOTO HISTORY OFTHE SECRET WARS.Plaster has also been inducted into both the Air Commando and Special Forces Halls ofFame.FOLLOW JOHNWebsite: https://majorjohnplaster.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram@BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr, From Savage Son: P320 X Compact, P320 Custom build from True Precision, P365 Customized from the Sig Custom Workshop, P226 Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc STACCATO HD: https://staccato2011.com/hd and on Instagram @staccato2011Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 20min
CIA Shadow Warrior
Ric Prado is a paramilitary, counter-terrorism, and clandestine operations specialist with a 24-year career in the CIA’s Directorate of Operations. A seasoned field operative, he spent a decade in the Agency’s Special Activities Division before serving as Deputy Chief of Station of the Bin Laden Task Force and Chief of Operations at the CIA’s Counterterrorism Center on 9/11. From running counter-terrorism missions in Central America, Peru, and the Philippines to coordinating high-stakes operations with our nation’s most elite special mission units, Ric has been at the heart of America’s most critical covert missions. He is the author of BLACK OPS: THE LIFE OF A CIA SHADOW WARRIOR. FOLLOW SCOTTLinkedIn: @Enrique-Ric-PradoFacebook: @RicPradoInstagram: @prado_ricTwitter: @RicPrado2Website: https://www.ricprado.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr, From Savage Son: P320 X Compact, P320 Custom build from True Precision, P365 Customized from the Sig Custom Workshop, P226 Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc STACCATO HD: https://staccato2011.com/hd and on Instagram @staccato2011Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 13min
The JFK Conspiracy
The Jack Carr Book Club February selection is THE JFK CONSPIRACY: THESECRET PLOT TO KILL KENNEDY—AND WHY IT FAILED by Brad Meltzer.In this episode Jack sits down with #1 New York Times bestselling author BradMeltzer to discuss his latest non-fiction work, THE JFK CONSPIRACY. Braddelves into the little-known story of the first assassination attempt on John F.Kennedy, offering insights into the meticulous research and compelling narrativethat bring this historical event to life. Beyond the book, Brad shares personalanecdotes from his diverse career as a novelist, television host, and comic bookwriter. Tune in for an engaging conversation that uncovers hidden history andexplores the art of storytelling. FOLLOW BRADWebsite - www.bradmeltzer.comInstagram - @bradmeltzerFacebook - @BradMeltzerThreads - @BradMeltzerFOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here - https://shop.officialjackcarr.com/

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 49min
Pineapple Express: A Modern Underground Railroad
Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann is a former U.S. Army Special Forces soldier with multiple tours in Afghanistan. He is the founder of Rooftop Leadership and the author of the instant New York Times Best-Seller OPERATION PINEAPPLE EXPRESS, which chronicles the heroic efforts of veterans and volunteers during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. His latest book, NOBODY IS COMING TO SAVE YOU, is available now. FOLLOW SCOTTLinkedIn: Rooftop LeadershipFacebook: @ScottMannInstagram: @scottmannauthorTwitter: @RooftopLeaderYouTube: Rooftop LeadershipWebsite: https://scottmann.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr, From True Believer: M17/M18, P365, P320, P320X-CarryVisit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc STACCATO HD: https://staccato2011.com/hd and on Instagram @staccato2011Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 54min
Terrorists, Defectors, Assassins: 22 Years in the CIA
Mike Howard is a former CIA clandestine services operative with over two decades of experience in counterterrorism, operating extensively in Asia and Africa. After leaving the Agency, he spent 16 years as the Chief Security Officer for Microsoft. Now, he shares his insights on leadership, security, and strategy through his RONIN LEADERSHIP podcast and blog. He is also the author of multiple books, including THE ART OF RONIN LEADERSHIP and the novels FULL CIRCLE and BLOOD PROMISE. His latest thriller, OMEGA DECEPTION, is available now.FOLLOW MIKEInstagram: @mikehowardX: @roninauthorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikehowardLeadershipPodcast LinkedIn: @Ronin-Leadership-Thoughts Website: www.mikehowardauthor.comFOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk15 Timepiece - MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-mk15-timepiece-mod-3/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr, From True Believer: M17/M18, P365, P320, P320X-CarryVisit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc STACCATO HD: https://staccato2011.com/hd and on Instagram @staccato2011Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear
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