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Veterans Day Special: Warriors Helping Warriors | Chance “Hollywood” Showell
This Veterans Day, The Watch Floor welcomes Chance “Hollywood” Showell, U.S. Army veteran, retired Senior Federal Air Marshal, and founder and president of the Warrior Shield Foundation, for a conversation about a lifetime of service, the challenges facing our veterans, and what it means to continue serving long after taking off the uniform.Chance began his military career at just 17 years old, serving as an Army Combat Medic and Military Police Officer before continuing into law enforcement and federal aviation security. During more than two decades as a Federal Air Marshal, his work included operations along the U.S. southern border and evacuation flights involving Afghan refugees following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. We discuss these experiences, the responsibilities of protecting Americans, and the lessons he carried from his military and federal service into the next chapter of his life.We also explore how Chance's passion for motorcycles, community outreach, and helping fellow veterans led to the creation of the Warrior Shield Foundation. What began with a community of riders developed into a broader mission to connect veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families with organizations that can provide meaningful assistance. From mobility challenges and homelessness to mental health support and rebuilding a sense of purpose, Chance highlights the individuals and organizations working to make a difference.As we recognize Veterans Day, this conversation is about more than thanking those who served. It is about understanding the challenges many face after their service, recognizing the organizations making a difference, and finding practical ways for communities to support them.Organizations Highlighted in This EpisodeWarrior Shield Foundation — Founded by Chance Showell, the foundation connects veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families with assistance and support through its network of nonprofit partners.https://warriorshield.org/Wheelchairs for Warriors — Provides custom-fit mobility solutions to help injured veterans and first responders regain independence.https://www.wheelchairsforwarriors.org/Cpl. Chad Eric Oligschlaeger Foundation for PTSD — Supports veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress through education, awareness, resources, and treatment assistance.https://www.cplchado.org/The Sub Zero Mission — Works to assist homeless veterans and others experiencing homelessness, providing essential supplies and connecting veterans with longer-term support. Tim Hickey serves as its Director of Veteran Affairs.https://subzeromission.org/Stark Gratitude — Supports veterans through outdoor experiences, therapeutic activities, and opportunities to rebuild connections and resilience.https://www.starkgratitude.com/This Veterans Day, take the opportunity to learn more about these organizations, share their missions, and consider how you can support the men and women who have served our country.Warriors helping warriors. Service doesn't end when the uniform comes off.
- 3 days ago1h 15m
Train a Little, A Lot: Lessons Learned and Resilience with Benghazi Hero Dave “Boon” Benton
What can the lessons of Benghazi teach us about the threats facing America today, and what should families be doing now to prepare?In this episode of The Watch Floor, Sarah Adams sits down with Dave “Boon” Benton, a former CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) officer and one of the Americans who fought to defend the U.S. Consulate and CIA Annex during the al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11–12, 2012.Drawing on Boon's firsthand experience, we examine the operational lessons of Benghazi, including the importance of effective communications, commander's intent, clearly defined mission objectives, leadership under pressure, and understanding the totality of the circumstances before making critical decisions. These lessons extend well beyond the battlefield and remain relevant to national security, crisis response, and everyday preparedness.We then turn to the current terrorist threat environment and the implications for the U.S. homeland. Our discussion examines developments in Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, and North Africa, including how terrorist organizations evaluate their own successes. Understanding what the enemy considers a victory, rather than relying solely on how Americans define success, is essential to recognizing emerging threats and anticipating future operations.Finally, Boon shares practical advice for families and individuals who want to become more prepared without living in fear. We discuss developing a family emergency plan, having those important conversations at home, practicing situational awareness, building a resilient mindset, and developing useful skills through consistent training.Train a little, a lot. Being resilient is not something you accomplish once and forget. It requires repetition, practical skills, and a willingness to begin before an emergency occurs.TRAIN WITH DAVE “BOON” BENTONBoon offers training through Threat Management Solutions, including personal protection, situational awareness, defensive skills, and specialized training for civilians and professionals.Training and instructor profile:https://www.shootingclasses.com/threat-management-solutions/Instagram: @DB_Boonhttps://www.instagram.com/db_boon/BENGHAZI RECOMMENDED READINGBoon referenced the following books and reports for listeners interested in learning more about Benghazi, the September 2012 attacks, and the subsequent investigations.1. Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy — A Cold Case InvestigationSarah Adams and Dave “Boon” Bentonhttps://link.amazon/B02JVzJPE2. Final Report of the Select Committee on the Events Surrounding the 2012 Terrorist Attack in BenghaziU.S. House of Representatives, 2016Read the full congressional report:https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CRPT-114hrpt848/pdf/CRPT-114hrpt848.pdf3. Fire Alarm: The Investigation of the U.S. House Select Committee on BenghaziBradley F. Podliskahttps://link.amazon/B0bYCz09G4. Under Fire: The Untold Story of the Attack in BenghaziFred Burton and Samuel M. Katzhttps://link.amazon/B0cg53jzE5. 13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in BenghaziMitchell Zuckoff, with the Annex Security Teamhttps://link.amazon/B0ecpOpvaThe lessons of Benghazi were paid for at an extraordinary cost. We owe it to those who lost their lives, those who fought to save others, and those responsible for protecting Americans today to learn from those events and apply those lessons.Know the threat. Have a plan. Train consistently. Prepare before you need to respond.#TheWatchFloor #Benghazi #DaveBenton #SarahAdams #HomelandSecurity #Counterterrorism #Preparedness #SituationalAwareness
- 1 weeks ago1h 10m
Don't Be Scared to Prepare: Terrorism, Personal Safety & Family Readiness | Marty Castellanos
What would you do if a terrorist attack or violent incident unfolded around you? Would you recognize the warning signs, know how to respond, and have a plan to protect yourself and your family?In this episode of The Watch Floor, I sit down with Martin "Marty" Castellanos, a retired U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement officer, former Boca Raton police officer, and veteran instructor with 34 years of military and law enforcement service. Marty has spent decades training military personnel, police officers, security professionals, and ordinary citizens to recognize threats, make sound decisions, and respond effectively when something goes wrong.Our conversation focuses on something I have emphasized repeatedly: preparing for a dangerous situation does not mean living in fear. It means understanding the risks, paying attention to your surroundings, developing practical skills, and making sure your family knows what to do in an emergency.Marty also shares the story of his friend, Coast Guard Petty Officer Nathan "Nate" Bruckenthal, who was killed in an April 24, 2004, terrorist suicide bombing in the Persian Gulf while serving aboard the USS Firebolt. Nate's death and the lessons Marty took from that attack reinforce one of the central messages of this episode: complacency is always your enemy.We discuss situational awareness, recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior, making family emergency plans, the importance of knowing your location when calling for help, and why medical training can be just as important as self-defense skills. We also examine what happens when first responders cannot immediately reach you and why purchasing defensive equipment is no substitute for knowing how to use it.Marty's Scared to Prepared training program helps people move beyond fear and develop the knowledge, habits, and practical skills needed to protect themselves and those around them.This is not about becoming paranoid or expecting danger around every corner. It is about taking responsibility for your personal safety, preparing your family, and using the time you have to develop skills that may one day save a life.Learn More About Marty Castellanos & His TrainingUMTC — Self-Defense Education, Training & Consulting: https://umtc-instructor.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MartyUMTCInstagram: @marty_umtcLearn more about Marty's Scared to Prepared seminar, which covers home defense, situational awareness, threat avoidance, personal safety, and responding to violent encounters.https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/firearms-training/instructors/florida-instructors/umtc-llc-self-defense-education-law-enforcement-training-consulting-2734354/class-boca-raton-fl-umtc-scared-to-prepared-seminar-ba8e3/
- 1 weeks ago53 min
Muslim Brotherhood in America: Ideology, Influence & Infiltration | John Rossomando
How does the Muslim Brotherhood operate in the United States, what are its long-term objectives, and how much do Americans really understand about its ideology and influence?In this episode of The Watch Floor, I sit down with John Rossomando, President of Viking Research Associates, longtime counterterrorism researcher, and author of The Arab Spring Ruse: How the Muslim Brotherhood Duped Washington in Libya and Syria, for an in-depth discussion about the Muslim Brotherhood's ideology, organizational strategies, and activities in America.John spent eight years as a Senior Counterterrorism Analyst with the Investigative Project on Terrorism (IPT) and later served as a Senior Analyst for Defense Policy at the Center for Security Policy. His research has examined Islamist movements, extremist networks, political influence, and the intersection of ideological organizations and U.S. national security policy.His book, The Arab Spring Ruse, examines the Muslim Brotherhood's role during the Arab Spring and argues that American policymakers misunderstood the movement's objectives and influence in Libya and Syria.In this conversation, we examine the Muslim Brotherhood's ideological foundations, its organizational methods, and its efforts to establish influence within American institutions and political movements. John draws on years of research to explain how Brotherhood-linked networks operate, the importance of examining original Arabic-language documents, and why public messaging does not always reflect the movement's underlying objectives.We also discuss the Brotherhood's relationships with leftist and activist movements, the challenges authorities face in recognizing alleged Brotherhood-linked organizations, and the broader implications for American national security. Understanding the movement requires looking beyond individual organizations to examine its history, ideology, and long-term institutional strategies.FIND JOHN'S BOOKThe Arab Spring Ruse: How the Muslim Brotherhood Duped Washington in Libya and Syriahttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KJVVZ88CONNECT WITH JOHN ROSSOMANDOX: https://x.com/John_RossomandoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-rossomando-b62357/JOHN'S RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONSInvestigative Project on Terrorism:https://www.investigativeproject.org/author/John+RossomandoCenter for Security Policy:https://centerforsecuritypolicy.org/author/john-rossomando/ABOUT THE WATCH FLOORHosted by former CIA Targeting Officer Sarah Adams, The Watch Floor brings firsthand intelligence experience and expert analysis to counterterrorism, national security, extremist organizations, and geopolitical developments that deserve greater public attention.
- 1 weeks ago1h 4m
Resistance Week: The Fight for Afghanistan | Ali Maisam Nazary
The Taliban may control Kabul, but the fight for Afghanistan is far from over.In this episode of The Watch Floor, I sit down with Ali Maisam Nazary, co-founder and Head of Foreign Relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF), the resistance movement led by Ahmad Massoud, son of the legendary Afghan commander Ahmad Shah Massoud.We discuss how the National Resistance Front was established in Panjshir following the Taliban's return to power in 2021, the movement's continued resistance, and its efforts to build political legitimacy and international support.Our conversation goes well beyond the battlefield. We examine Afghanistan's growing importance as a sanctuary for terrorist organizations, including al-Qaeda, the dangers of relying on Taliban-provided intelligence, and why engaging with the Taliban presents serious challenges for the United States and its allies.Ali also discusses the relationships between terrorist organizations operating inside Afghanistan, the increasing sophistication of these networks, and the implications for international security. We address al-Qaeda's June 2024 call for supporters to travel to Afghanistan and prepare attacks against Western targets, as well as the importance of recognizing the threats developing under Taliban rule.Throughout the conversation, we return to a central question: What will it take for Afghanistan to have a future beyond the Taliban?This episode is part of Resistance Week, a special series highlighting Afghan voices, resistance movements, and the people working to secure a different future for their country.Connect with Ali Nazary and follow the National Resistance Front:Ali Nazary on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alimaisamnazary/National Resistance Front on X:https://x.com/NRFafg
- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
Resistance Week: The Resistance Fights On | LTG Sami Sadat
The Taliban may currently control Afghanistan, but the fight for the country's future is far from over.In this episode of Resistance Week, I sit down with Lieutenant General Sami Sadat, Chairman of the Afghanistan United Front (AUF), to discuss the ongoing resistance against the Taliban, the growing terrorist threat inside Afghanistan, and what the international community continues to get wrong about the situation on the ground.Sami provides an inside look at the Afghanistan United Front's military operations, including its August offensive involving approximately 100 operations and territorial gains against the Taliban. We discuss the resistance's strategy, its operational capabilities, and why the fight to reclaim Afghanistan is far from finished.We also examine the broader national security implications of Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, including the presence of senior Al-Qaeda Central leaders, concerns about preparations for another major terrorist attack, and the potential threat to the United States.Our conversation also explores China's surveillance relationship with the Taliban, India's reported financial support, and the complicated regional dynamics that continue to shape Afghanistan's future.This is an important conversation about a resistance movement that receives too little international attention, the terrorist organizations operating under Taliban rule, and why what happens in Afghanistan still matters to U.S. national security.Learn more about the Afghanistan United Front and follow its operations:Official website: auf.newsAUF on X: https://x.com/afgunitedfrontFollow LTG Sami Sadat:X: https://x.com/SayedSamiSadatRead Sami Sadat's book:https://a.co/d/06tYD8yg
- 2 weeks ago1h 4m
Resistance Week: The Taliban Hasn't Won | Jazz Cannon
The Taliban controls Afghanistan, but that does not mean the Taliban has won.In the first episode of Resistance Week on The Watch Floor, Sarah Adams sits down with Afghan advocate Jazz Cannon to discuss the ongoing resistance against the Taliban, the international flow of money that has helped sustain the regime, and the Afghans who refuse to give up the fight for their country.Jazz shares her experiences growing up in Kabul, her work challenging the flow of cash to the Taliban, and the difficult realities facing Afghans who continue to resist Taliban rule. The conversation examines how international funding and assistance can strengthen the very regime the international community claims to oppose, and why disrupting those financial flows matters.They also discuss the resistance leaders and movements that continue to challenge the Taliban, the role of Afghan women in that struggle, and the difference between recognizing Afghanistan's harsh realities and accepting defeat.The central message is clear: The Taliban may control Afghanistan, but the resistance is not over.This episode launches Resistance Week, a special series on The Watch Floor featuring individuals working to challenge Taliban rule through advocacy, efforts to disrupt financial support, and resistance on the ground.Connect with Jazz Cannon:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazz-cannon-195364135/
- 3 weeks ago1h 3m
Undercover Jihadi: From Radicalization to Counterterrorism with Mubin Shaikh
What makes someone embrace violent extremism? What does it take to walk away from it? And how do we prevent the next generation from being recruited?In this episode of The Watch Floor, former CIA Targeting Officer Sarah Adams sits down with Mubin Shaikh, a former Islamist extremist who became an undercover counterterrorism operative and helped dismantle one of Canada's most significant domestic terrorist plots, the Toronto 18.Mubin takes us inside his extraordinary journey, from growing up between two very different worlds in Canada and traveling to Pakistan, where he encountered the Taliban, to embracing radical ideology and eventually rejecting it. He explains how he went from being part of extremist circles to working with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), infiltrating a terrorist network planning attacks on Canadian soil.But this conversation goes beyond his undercover work. We examine how radicalization happens, why young people are particularly vulnerable to extremist recruitment, how terrorist organizations exploit the internet, and what actually works when it comes to countering violent extremism.Today, Mubin works to prevent radicalization and help individuals leave extremist movements, including through his involvement with Parents for Peace, an organization providing families, communities, and professionals with the tools and support needed to recognize warning signs and intervene before violence occurs. This is a conversation about the realities of radicalization, the intelligence work required to stop terrorist attacks, and why prevention must be part of the counterterrorism mission.LEARN MORE AND SUPPORT THE MISSIONParents for Peace: https://www.parents4peace.org/Parents for Peace offers confidential support to families concerned about radicalization, along with intervention services, education, and training to help prevent violent extremism.READ MUBIN SHAIKH'S BOOKUndercover Jihadi: Inside the Toronto 18An account of his journey through radicalization, his undercover intelligence work, and the terrorist plot he helped disrupt.Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMR9T46
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