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- Apr 4, 20261h 24m
Episode #430: Mission Shift - From Special Operations Aviation to Training Armed Citizens
Show featured sponsor: Tip Top K9 Training In this round two conversation, Rich Brown sits down with Gavin Glasenapp, former 160th SOAR (Night Stalker) pilot and current leader on the Delta Defense training team for a deep dive into what it really takes to transition from military and law enforcement into the firearms training world. This episode goes beyond war stories. It's about teaching, influence, and carrying the mission forward in a way that actually impacts armed citizens. In this episode, we cover: The reality of transitioning from military/LE into the firearms industry, and where many get it wrong Why high-level operational experience doesn't automatically translate into effective instruction The fundamentals of teaching firearms to everyday citizens vs. trained professionals The responsibility of instructors in shaping safe, capable, and confident protectors A candid look at Second Amendment advocacy- what matters, what doesn't, and where we need to improve Lessons from the 160th SOAR mindset: preparation, accountability, and performance under pressure What makes a firearms instructor truly "high level" in today's environment This is a conversation about evolution of identity, of mission, and of responsibility. If you're an instructor, a protector, or someone serious about getting better, this one delivers.
- Mar 25, 20261h 25m
Episode #429: Data Doesn't Lie: What Real Gunfights Actually Look Like - with John Hearn
Today's Featured Sponsor: Werkz holsters In this episode, Rich Brown sits down with John Hearn of Two Pillars Training to break down what the data actually tells us about defensive gunfights—and how most training completely misses the mark. John has built a reputation for digging into real-world incidents, analyzing patterns, and applying that information to how we should actually train. From distances and timing to decision-making under pressure, this conversation challenges assumptions and replaces them with reality. They dive into what the numbers reveal about how fights really unfold, where traditional training falls short, and how armed citizens can better prepare for the moments that matter most. If you're serious about training with purpose—not just going through the motions—this episode will change how you think about practice. In 2021, John founded Two Pillars Training and began to offer unique curriculum focusing on decision making while shooting in addition to classic skills with pistol and carbine. Besides hands-on shooting classes, John has presentations focusing on the data side of the self-defense world. His interests include human performance under life and death stress, historic gunfights, crime data, and criminal typologies. John has a Master's degree in criminal justice with a concentration in Research Methods. He has instructor credentials from the FBI, FLETC, NRA-LEAD, Rangemaster, CSAT, Centrifuge Training, Tactical Anatomy Systems, Kentucky National Guard, and many others. Finally, John is a Life Member of the National Rifle Association and the Second Amendment Foundation. John Hearne's Webstie: https://twopillarstraining.com/
- Mar 21, 20261h 35m
Episode #428: Terror Close to Home: Lessons from the Old Dominion Attack
*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:057785d4-265d-4214-a186-24b22607cf36-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Show featured Sponsor: Tip Top K9 Training In this episode, Rich Brown sits down with returning guest Simon Golob for a raw and timely discussion on recent events shaping the security landscape—centered on the terrorist attack at Old Dominion. This isn't a distant, overseas incident. It's a reminder that violence can surface anywhere, at any time—and often where people feel safest. Rich and Simon break down what happened, what we know so far, and—more importantly—what it means for the everyday armed citizen. What you'll hear in this episode: A breakdown of the Old Dominion attack and key takeaways How modern threats are evolving—and why they're getting harder to predict The mindset gap: why most people are still unprepared for sudden violence Awareness failures and environmental blind spots in public spaces Where armed citizens fit—and where they don't—in events like this Practical considerations for movement, positioning, and decision-making under stress This episode isn't about fear—it's about clarity. Because the question isn't if violence exists. The question is whether you're prepared when it finds you. <div class= "text-base mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-marg
- Feb 22, 20261h 39m
Episode #427: DevGru Operator Bill Rapier: Shooting Mastery, Training Discipline, and Elite Teamwork
Show Featured Sponsor Product: Seeklander Edition Holster *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e9af6a20-080c-43f4-9450-fce48de0bf18-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown and Bill Rapier dive into hard-earned lessons drawn from the world of Naval Special Warfare Development Group - where performance is measured in life-and-death outcomes, and teamwork isn't optional. This conversation isn't about hype or hero worship. It's about standards. It's about how elite units train, communicate, and execute and what armed citizens, competitors, and instructors can take from those principles. Because here's the truth: individual skill matters… but team performance wins. In this episode, they discuss: The difference between being a good shooter and being an asset to a team Why elite units obsess over repetition and measurable standards Communication under stress and how small breakdowns create big failures Accountability inside high-performance cultures How ego quietly destroys team effectiveness What civilian defenders misunderstand about "tactical" training Applying special operations training principles to your own range time Rich and Bill break down how discipline, humility, and clear standards build competence - and how those same principles can transform the way you train, lead, and protect. Whether you're an instructor, competitor, protector, or leader in your own home, this episode challenges you to raise your standards. Train with purpose. Perform with discipline. Contribute to the team.
- Feb 3, 20261h 11m
Episode #426: Hacked, Tracked, and Targeted - Cybersecurity in the Age of AI with Andrew Frisbie
Show featured Sponsor: Werkz Holsters, the company that cracked the code on light bearing holsters! *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "56c82001-8d4e-4a18-90e4-fb1cf93c6383" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown is joined by cybersecurity expert Andrew Frisbie for a timely and eye-opening conversation on modern cyber threats, digital preparedness, and the role of artificial intelligence in today's threat landscape. As recent cyber incidents continue to impact infrastructure, financial systems, personal data, and national security, Rich and Andrew break down what's actually happening—and what most people are completely unprepared for. This episode covers: Real-world cyber threats affecting everyday Americans right now How cyber attacks target individuals, businesses, and critical systems Where AI is helping defenders—and where it's empowering attackers Why cybersecurity is no longer a "tech problem," but a personal security issue Practical steps armed citizens, families, and leaders can take to reduce risk The battlefield has expanded. Threats no longer require physical proximity—and attackers don't need guns. This conversation reframes cybersecurity as part of modern personal defense, challenging warriors and protectors to think beyond traditional threats and recognize that preparedness now includes digital awareness, resilience, and adaptability. If you believe in protecting yourself, your family, and your community, this episode will change how you view security in an AI-driven world.
- Feb 3, 20261h 33m
Episode #425: When Normal People Do the Unthinkable: Milgram, Ordinary Men, and You
Show featured sponsor: Precision Holsters. Check out the new Vanquish! In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown sits down with TC Fuller for a deep, uncomfortable, and necessary conversation about obedience, authority, and moral responsibility. Using Stanley Milgram's famous obedience experiments and Christopher Browning's book Ordinary Men, Rich and TC break down how average, everyday people—not monsters—can be led to commit acts they never believed themselves capable of. This episode explores: Why people obey authority even when it violates their moral compass How peer pressure and normalization override conscience The concept of the "agentic state" and why responsibility gets outsourced Why "just following orders" is one of the most dangerous phrases in history What warriors, leaders, instructors, and armed citizens must do to resist blind compliance This isn't a history lesson—it's a warning. For warriors, protectors, and leaders, the takeaway is clear: Character, moral courage, and independent thinking must be trained—deliberately—or they will fail under pressure. If you carry responsibility—for a weapon, a badge, a team, or a family—this episode will challenge how you think about obedience, leadership, and your own decision-making under authority.
- Jan 11, 20261h 30m
Episode #424: The Savage Reality of Readiness - Rich Brown with Walt Settlemyre
Show featured sponsor: Tip Top K9 Training In this episode, Rich Brown sits down with Walt Settlemyre, host of The Distinguished Savage Podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation on readiness, capability, and what it actually means to live prepared in the modern world. They discuss: Why competence is disappearing as comfort increases The difference between talking about violence and preparing for it responsibly How physical fitness, mindset, and skill intersect in real-world self-defense The danger of outsourcing personal responsibility to systems, gear, or credentials Why training must be continuous, uncomfortable, and intentional What "civilized savage" really means - and why it matters now more than ever The role of community, discipline, and standards in developing capable humans This is not a tactics episode. It's a truth-based conversation about readiness, accountability, and becoming harder to break - physically, mentally, and morally. If you care about: Self-defense Leadership Personal responsibility And building real-world capability This episode will resonate.
- Dec 12, 20252h 6m
Episode #423: The Armed Citizen's Reality Check (Bill Rapier, Ret. Navy SEAL)
Show Featured Sponsor: Werks Holsters "WE MAKE HOLSTERS FOR PISTOLS WITH LIGHTS" On this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown sits down with retired Navy SEAL Bill Rapier, founder of AMTAC Shooting, for a no-nonsense discussion on real-world self-defense. He is the lead instructor of over 200 Amtac Shooting courses and has trained over 2500 students since 2020. Bill is retired after twenty years in the Navy, where his duty assignments included several years at SEAL Team 3 and over 14 years at Naval Special Warfare Development Group. Positions held include assaulter, breacher, sniper, team leader, troop chief, and military working dog department senior enlisted adviser. He has always been an avid shooter and is heavily involved in combatives. Bill brings decades of experience from Naval Special Warfare, including time at SEAL Team 3 and DEVGRU, where performance under pressure wasn't optional—it was survival. Why most self-defense conversations focus too heavily on the gun—and what happens when the fight starts inside arm's reach. The importance of a layered defensive approach: awareness, decision-making, combatives, and firearms—used in the correct order. How to train shooting skills that actually transfer to real life, not just the square range. Integrating fighting and shooting so skills don't collapse when stress, chaos, and violence show up fast. Common training blind spots among armed citizens—and how to fix them with smarter practice and higher standards. Why efficiency, simplicity, and pressure-tested fundamentals matter more than flashy techniques. Practical takeaways for warriors who want skills that work when it counts, not just look good on Instagram.
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About American Warrior Show
Welcome to The American Warrior Show, the podcast of the American Warrior Society. This show is designed for one thing: To help keep you safer through information, motivational concepts, and action steps! We appreciate your listenership and value your opinion. Please send comments or questions on the show to: rich@americanwarriorsociety.comThank you so much for listening to my show. Please share it on social media and other methods with friends who want to be safer! Read more at http://americanwarriorshow.libsyn.com/#00D6JwrXotrI79oF.99
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