Cleared Hot

Discover the art of raising exceptional children in a world full of challenges, as experts discuss balancing freedom and discipline. Learn self-defense tips tailored for family protection and personal confidence, along with an introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A young adult navigating new friendships shares struggles with loyalty and boundary-setting, emphasizing the need for personal growth while maintaining one’s values. Get insights on modeling positive behavior and the importance of allowing mistakes for development.

Stephen Sanders, a retired Navy SEAL with 24 years of service and several commendations, and Genghis Cohen, a former Royal New Zealand Army veteran turned entrepreneur, delve into their diverse experiences. They discuss the relaunch of Clear Hot Coffee, the intriguing world of provocative branding, and humorous tales from sniper school. Genghis shares his wild journey through the Las Vegas nightlife and strip club industry, while their conversation about aviation and firearms training provides insights into safety and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life.

Back to traditional Q and A for this week: The first question touches on confronting fraudulent SEALs, where a listener recounts a tense encounter with a man claiming to be a Vietnam-era SEAL, in of all places, Olive Garden. Advice on how to deal with phony military experiences claims. The second listener shares a deeply personal journey of confronting the emotional toll of caring for an elderly parent, discussing the challenges of developing emotional resilience and learning to sit with pain when there's no solution. Lastly, we hear from a listener who's grappling with the pressures of aging, the difficulty of dating in his 30s, and the longing for a family.

Dan Brunner, a former FBI Special Agent with extensive experience in anti-cartel operations, dives into the alarming rise of the Tren de Aragua cartel. He discusses the group's expansive reach across the U.S., their involvement in drug and human trafficking, and the peril they pose to local communities. The conversation highlights the complexities of law enforcement's battle against organized crime and the urgent need for collaboration among agencies. Brunner also shares insights from his illustrious career, offering a profound perspective on national security challenges.

I think we covered it all today, just in time for Thanksgiving. I hand these episodes over to Michael, sometimes he has great questions, and sometimes he does not. We covered a lot of ground today, from Nazi rallies in NYC to Ai bots advocating for suicide, plus quite a bit in between. Enjoy

Chris Piehota, a former FBI Special Agent who served as one of the bureau’s top career executives, discusses the dramatic changes he witnessed in the FBI during his 25-year career. Author of Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew, Chris reveals the internal challenges that have led to the FBI’s current crisis of trust, including leadership failures, cultural erosion, and operational missteps. He provides a firsthand account of how the FBI transformed after September 11, 2001, and how those shifts have led to the agency's diminished reputation. From claims of political polarization to public calls for disbandment, Piehota shares why the FBI is struggling to regain the credibility it once had and what it will take to restore public faith in this vital institution. Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew - https://a.co/d/blXwtj9  

Normally scheduled Q and A for this Friday: 1. A veteran from Tennessee wrestles with the state of American democracy, morality in politics, and societal divisions, drawing unsettling parallels to history while seeking clarity on the future.  2. A newly promoted supervisor in a state natural resources agency faces the classic dilemma of motivating an entrenched, underperforming employee — or finding a way to move forward for the sake of the team. 3. A young police officer grapples with the decision to leave law enforcement for a less stressful life, questioning his identity, interests, and courage as he considers entrepreneurial ambitions. Enjoy

Of all the episodes I have been able to record, these episodes with my father stand out as some of my favorites. I never thought I could record conversations about our family history, values, beliefs, and what makes us who we are. I love that they will live forever, far beyond both of us and can hopefully have great meaning to future generations later in their lives. My dad and I talk about politics often, and what better time to sit down and discuss the current environment than right after the 2024 election.

Traditional Friday Q and A for Today: 1. How do you rebuild after a catastrophic accident or failure?  2. Suppressors on pistols? Is it real life, or a thing of the movies  3.  Business relationship breakdowns, how do you recover? Enjoy

Jared is a retired Navy SEAL and the co-founder of Covenant Rescue Group (CRG), a 501c3 organization founded in June 2019. Jared and his wife saw a lack of skills and funding to properly rescue victims and arrest criminals involved in Human Trafficking. Sharing a passion for children who fall victim to human trafficking globally, they decided to become active. They organized their passion, training, and expertise, to bring this wicked, organized enterprise to an end. The heart of CRG is to bring good news of hope and freedom to the millions of victims of human trafficking around the world - to release the captives, bind up the brokenhearted, to bring swift, sure justice to their captors. CRG provides funding for REAL-LIFE operations that lead to REAL rescues, arrests, and prosecution. They provide essential training and equipment for law enforcement and create teams that are dedicated to the mission. They spread awareness, advocating through news, social media, and conferences to the growing global problem of human trafficking and how to end it. https://www.covenantrescue.org/