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Danger Close | Simon Sebag Montefiore

Oct 8, 20261h 27m

Danger Close | Joby Warrick

Sep 30, 20261h 5m

Danger Close | Annie Jacobsen

Sep 23, 20261h 1m

Danger Close | Ben Macintyre

Sep 16, 20261h 2m

Danger Close | Peter Bergen

Sep 11, 20261h 52m

Danger Close | David McCloskey

Sep 9, 20261h 29m

CRY HAVOC | Author's Note

Sep 4, 202620 min

CRY HAVOC | Preface

Sep 3, 202610 min

Chasing Embers | Danger Close with Glenn Beck

Aug 28, 20261h 5m

Empire of Ashes

Aug 5, 202655 min

Skyring Water

Jul 29, 20261h 14m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Greg Lapin

Jul 8, 20261h 13m

The Lost Empire of Emanuel Nobel

Jun 27, 20261h 6m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Gerald Posner

Jun 24, 20261h 39m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Peter Santenello

Jun 17, 20261h 18m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Derek Benner

Jun 10, 20261h 25m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: John Devine

Jun 3, 202658 min

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Ben Owen & Jessica Owen

May 27, 20261h 11m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Ed Calderon

May 20, 20261h 22m

Danger Close | The Fourth Option Podcast: Steve Murphy & Javier Peña

May 13, 20261h 52m

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 9: Taylor Kitsch

May 1, 20261h 58m

The Fourth Option: Prologue Part 2

Apr 30, 20264 min

The Fourth Option: Prologue Part 1

Apr 28, 202611 min

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 8: Dar Salim

Apr 24, 20261h 9m

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 7: Luke Hemsworth

Apr 22, 20261h 10m

The Fourth Option: Preface

Apr 21, 20268 min

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 6: Shiraz Tzarfati

Apr 15, 20261h 2m

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 5: Rona-Lee Shimon

Apr 10, 20261h 10m

Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 4: Tom Hopper

Apr 8, 20261h 17m

S6 Ep 3Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 3: Robert Wisdom

Today, Jack is joined by Robert Wisdom, who plays Jed Haverford in The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. In this episode, Robert and Jack talk about Jed’s role in Dark Wolf, from Robert’s first impressions reading the scripts to the opening scene that helped define the character. They discuss what drew Robert to the role, why he wanted the performance to come from the gut, and how Jed can smile, charm, and recruit while still feeling like the most dangerous man in the room. They also get into the twists behind the story, how the series leaves breadcrumbs for what is coming, and the tension between mentor, mastermind, and operator working in the shadows of the CIA. Along the way, they discuss the boat scene, the rooftop recruiting scene in Budapest, the final moments of the season, and the impact of filming in Washington, D.C., including in front of the CIA Memorial Wall. Robert also reflects on the moral conflict of playing Jed and on how actors can elevate material beyond the page. He also shares his early path into acting, from college track and deferred law school to theater, NPR, and the career turns that set him on this road. This is a companion podcast to The Terminal List: Dark Wolf on Prime Video, taking listeners deeper into the story, characters, and creative process behind the series. Watch The Terminal List: Dark Wolf: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Terminal-List-Dark-Wolf/0MYH9XYR9SCGXB57LR8ES71GFL

Apr 3, 20261h 6m

S6 Ep 2Danger Close | Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 2: Chris Pratt

Today, Jack is joined by Chris Pratt, who stars as James Reece in The Terminal List. In this episode, Chris and Jack talk Dark Wolf, True Believer, and the moments shaping what comes next in The Terminal List universe. They reflect on favorite scenes from Dark Wolf, the scale and authenticity of the production, and how the series moves from the battlefield into the gray world of intelligence and global spycraft. They also explore the differences between James Reece, Ben Edwards, and Raife Hastings, touching on loyalty, family, pain, discipline, and purpose. Along the way, they discuss Once an Eagle, on-set improvisation, filming in South Africa, the strength of an international cast, and the influences of The Punisher, Mack Bolan, Bond, and Zero Dark Thirty. Chris shares what it was like stepping back into the role of James Reece, what drew him to the character in the first place, and where the story could go next. This is a companion podcast to The Terminal List: Dark Wolf on Prime Video, taking listeners deeper into the story, characters, and creative process behind the series. Watch The Terminal List: Dark Wolf:https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Terminal-List-Dark-Wolf/0MYH9XYR9SCGXB57LR8ES71GFL FOLLOW CHRIS @prattprattpratthttps://www.instagram.com/prattprattpratt/

Apr 1, 20261h 11m

S6 Ep 1Danger Close - Dark Wolf Podcast Episode 1: Taylor Kitsch, Jared Shaw, and David DiGilio

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Today, Jack is joined by The Terminal List: Dark Wolf producers Taylor Kitsch, Jared Shaw, and David DiGilio. Taylor stars as Ben Edwards, Jared Shaw plays Ernest “Boozer” Vickers, and David DiGilio serves as co-creator, showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Together, they break down how Dark Wolf made it to the screen, the delays that shaped the production, and what it took to bring this story to life. In this conversation, they discuss the origin of the series, the first episodes, the psychology behind the characters, and the weight carried in key scenes. They also talk about the camaraderie on set and why this production felt different from most. This is a companion podcast to The Terminal List: Dark Wolf on Prime Video, taking listeners deeper into the story, the performances, and the creative process behind Ben Edwards’ descent into the gray. Watch The Terminal List: Dark Wolf:https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Terminal-List-Dark-Wolf/0MYH9XYR9SCGXB57LR8ES71GFL Howlers Ridge: Founded by Taylor Kitsch, Howlers Ridge is a nature-based healing center in Bozeman, Montana. The nonprofit supports healing, resilience, and personal growth through immersive retreats, educational programs, and grants to mission-aligned nonprofit partners. Learn more: https://www.howlersridge.org/ FOLLOW TAYLOR @taylorkitschhttps://www.instagram.com/taylorkitsch/?hl=en FOLLOW DAVID @digiliofilmshttps://www.instagram.com/digiliofilms/?hl=en

Mar 27, 20261h 23m

S5 Ep 53THE TIN MEN

The Jack Carr Book Club December 2025 Selection is THE TIN MEN by Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille. In THE TIN MEN, New York Times bestselling author Alex DeMille joins his father, the legendary Nelson DeMille, to deliver the final Nelson DeMille novel—delivering a high-stakes, cutting-edge thriller that drops readers into the future of warfare—where the lines between soldier, machine, and judgment begin to blur. At a top-secret Army facility deep in the Mojave Desert, Army CID Special Agents Scott Brodie and Maggie Taylor are sent to investigate the shocking murder of Major Roger Ames, the chief scientist behind experimental war games involving platoons of Army Rangers and fleets of lethal autonomous weapons. What begins as a single suspicious death quickly spirals into a deadly maze of hidden agendas, isolation-driven paranoia, and next-generation military technology operating without clear limits. Cut off by desert heat, secrecy, and an increasingly unstable command structure, Brodie and Taylor must navigate a world where everyone is a suspect—and where AI, robotics, and human ambition collide in ways that may change warfare forever. Alex DeMille is a novelist and filmmaker whose work has been recognized at festivals worldwide. His previous novels THE DESERTER and BLOOD LINES, cowritten with Nelson DeMille, were instant New York Times bestsellers. A graduate of Yale (BA) and UCLA (MFA Film Directing), he lives in Brooklyn with his family. This episode explores the inspiration behind THE TIN MEN, the research into modern and emerging military technologies, the father-son collaboration that shaped the novel, and the moral dilemmas at the heart of a world where machines can kill—but can’t be held accountable. FOLLOW ALEX Instagram - @alexDeMille Facebook - @alexdemilleauthor X - @alexdemille Website - https://alexdemille.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Facebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY 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 @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Dec 31, 20251h 1m

S5 Ep 522025 Year Review + What’s Ahead in 2026

In this episode, Jack sits down for a look back at 2025 — the books, conversations, milestones, and behind-the-scenes work that defined the last twelve months. From the premiere of DARK WOLF and the launch of CRY HAVOC, to standout podcast guests, book club moments, this episode pulls back the curtain on a landmark year for the Jack Carr brand. Jack also shares what’s coming in 2026, including: Major updates in the Terminal List universe A new novel in a new series Upcoming Danger Close themes and guests New brand partnerships and projects Ongoing work in TV, film, and publishing What listeners and readers can expect in the months ahead A personal, candid wrap-up — a preview of a massive year to come — and a highlight from this last year’s podcasts. FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Dec 17, 202544 min

S5 Ep 51Writing Advice

Over the past year, the Jack Carr Book Club and the Danger Close Podcast brought together bestselling authors and literary legends to share hard-earned lessons from the page. In this special Writing Advice episode, we’ve gathered the most insightful, actionable, and inspiring moments from those interviews. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a reader fascinated by the craft, or someone looking to better understand the creative trenches, this episode delivers a master class in storytelling. Highlights Include: How the pros develop character, tension, and authenticity Building a daily writing routine (even when life gets chaotic) Lessons on editing, perseverance, doubt, and creative discipline What it takes to write stories that matter A year’s worth of writing wisdom — distilled into one episode. Guests and Referenced Episodes: Dan Brown - THE SECRET OF SECRETS: https://youtu.be/LD03tfIcsaM Dan Brown - THE SECRET OF SECRETS: WEBSITE EXCLUSIVE: https://www.officialjackcarr.com/the-secret-of-secrets/ David Morrell - A Master Class with David Morrell: The Art of the Thriller: https://youtu.be/CGue_lskxoY Mike Rowe - The State of the Union: https://youtu.be/JhdgAI2oAXc David Baldacci - STRANGERS IN TIME: https://youtu.be/MeYBU-o_3oo David McCloskey - Secrets, Spies, and The Persian: Inside the Mind of CIA Veteran David McCloskey: https://youtu.be/TTPKPfsuUXo Alex Berenson - From Baghdad to Bestsellers: A Conversation with Alex Berenson: https://youtu.be/6ofIOD5vu98 Daniel Silva - AN INSIDE JOB: https://youtu.be/8pbqTOGn71g Ryan Pote - Blood and Treasure: https://youtu.be/RtbqCiweB7E FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Dec 10, 20251h 15m

S5 Ep 50The Best of MACV-SOG: Stories From the Warriors Who Lived It

Throughout 2025, Danger Close featured some of the most powerful, emotional, and historically significant conversations in the show’s history — none more impactful than the interviews with the men of MACV-SOG, men who inspired the #1 New York Times bestselling novel, Cry Havoc. Formed during the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group was one of the most clandestine and highly trained units ever assembled. These warriors operated in the shadows, conducted missions that remained classified for decades, and carried the weight of those experiences long after coming home. This special Best Of episode brings together the most memorable insights, stories, and reflections from this year’s interviews with SOG veterans — a tribute to the legacy, sacrifice, and courage of those who stepped forward when their nation needed them most. Featured Moments Include: Firsthand recollections of running recon across the fence Leadership forged in the most dangerous missions of the war The emotional cost of secrecy, sacrifice, and survival Lessons for today’s warriors, citizens, and future generations Referenced Episodes and Videos: Jim Shorten: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: https://youtu.be/IuTDDAvAHQY Top Secret Combat in Laos: https://youtu.be/SWYKhm_AWOs John Stryker Meyer: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: https://youtu.be/h3FdEgm-fzU MACV-SOG: The Secret War: https://youtu.be/pCGbykibF4I Part 2: MACV-SOG: The Secret War: https://youtu.be/hhdBsDliUus Surrender Not An Option: https://youtu.be/IJywCS9voxE FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Dec 3, 20251h 0m

S5 Ep 49EXIT STRATEGY

The Jack Carr Book Club November 2025 Selection: EXIT STRATEGY by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Child & Andrew Child. Jack Reacher will make three stops today. Not all of them were planned. In EXIT STRATEGY, the blockbuster new Jack Reacher thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling authors Lee Child and Andrew Child, Reacher once again finds himself in the crosshairs of a mystery that only he can unravel. A suspicious brush in a Baltimore coffee shop. A forgotten coat in a store. And a handwritten note tucked into his pocket—a desperate plea for help that sets him on a collision course with danger, deception, and “the best villain yet” (USA Today). Lee Child is the author of twenty-five New York Times bestselling Jack Reacher novels, with sixteen reaching the #1 position, along with the #1 bestselling short story collection No Middle Name. Andrew Child, who also writes as Andrew Grant, is the author of RUN, FALSE POSITIVE, FALSE FRIEND, FALSE WITNESS, INVISIBLE, and TOO CLOSE TO HOME. This month’s conversation explores the evolution of Jack Reacher, the craft behind maintaining one of the world’s most iconic heroes, and how Lee and Andrew continue to push the Reacher universe forward with fresh energy and a deep respect for the character’s legacy. We dig into their collaborative process, the precision behind Reacher’s moral compass, and what readers can expect as the series continues to evolve. FOLLOW LEE Instagram - @jackreacherbooks Facebook - @JackReacherOfficial X - @LeeChildReacher Website - https://www.jackreacher.com/us/ FOLLOW ANDREW Facebook - @andrewgrantauthor X - @andrew_grant Website - https://andrewgrantbooks.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Facebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY 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 @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Nov 19, 202559 min

S5 Ep 48Secrets, Spies, and The Persian: Inside the Mind of CIA Veteran David McCloskey

Today’s guest is David McCloskey — former CIA analyst, bestselling author, and co-host of the hit podcast The Rest is Classified. Before becoming a novelist, David served at the Central Intelligence Agency where he wrote for the President’s Daily Brief, testified before Congressional oversight committees, and briefed senior White House officials, ambassadors, and military leaders. He spent years stationed across the Middle East during the Arab Spring and later worked in the CIA’s Counterterrorism Center focused on the conflicts in Syria and Iraq. David’s acclaimed thrillers — DAMASCUS STATION, MOSCOW X, THE SEVENTH FLOOR, and THE PERSIAN — have established him as one of the most authentic new voices in modern espionage fiction. Damascus Station was a finalist for the 2022 International Thriller Writer’s Award for Best First Novel and is currently in development for television. His latest release, The Persian, takes readers deep into a shadow war in Iran and follows a dentist living in Sweden who builds an international front to conceal a covert operation. In this episode, Jack and David discuss the inspiration behind The Persian, the real-world dynamics of the intelligence community, and the meticulous craft of writing espionage fiction rooted in truth. They talk about the creation of The Rest is Classified — a top-charting podcast exploring untold spy stories, manhunts, and historical intrigue. David also shares insights into the writing process, balancing podcasting with novel deadlines, the surprising bureaucracy of the intelligence world — past and present — and a humorous story of running into Ben Affleck at Langley during research for Argo. His new novel, THE PERSIAN, is available now. FOLLOW DAVID X: @mccloskeybooks Instagram: @mccloskeybooks Facebook: @mccloskeybooks Website: https://www.davidmccloskeybooks.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Nov 12, 20251h 13m

S5 Ep 47Semper Fi – Battles in Iraq and Beyond

Today’s guest is Billy Birdzell, founder of Horatius Group, an independent investment bank focused on creating exceptional outcomes for founder-led and family-owned businesses, and Horatius Impact, a non-profit dedicated to training and equipping scouts to defend endangered species like rhino and lion from poachers in Africa. Billy began his career as an infantry and special operations officer in the United States Marine Corps. On September 11, 2001, he was in New York City — an event that would forever shape his path. Soon after, he deployed to Iraq, meeting his platoon in combat and leading Marines through the fight to Baghdad. In this conversation, Billy and Jack discuss what it means to lead in the chaos of war, the relentless push to “just keep moving forward,” and the weapons and gear that defined those early battles. They revisit the Battle of Najaf in August 2004 and the historic January 2005 elections in Iraq, reflecting on the cost and meaning of those moments. Billy shares his journey from conventional infantry operations to Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), his experiences training for special operations, attending French language school, and deploying to Africa. The two also look back on their long friendship and Jack’s transition from the Teams to becoming an author, before diving into Billy’s post-military mission — building Horatius Group and Horatius Impact, and his ongoing work in Africa protecting wildlife and empowering local defenders on the frontlines of conservation. FOLLOW BILLY LinkedIn: @BillyBirdzell Website: https://www.horatiusgroup.com FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Nov 5, 20251h 53m

S5 Ep 46THE WIDOW

The Jack Carr Book Club October 2025 selection is THE WIDOW by #1 New York Times bestselling author John Grisham. Simon Latch is a small-town lawyer in rural Virginia, barely scraping by while his marriage slowly falls apart. Then Eleanor Barnett—a wealthy widow—walks into his office with a simple request: a new will. But when Eleanor’s story begins to unravel and she winds up in the hospital after a mysterious accident, Simon finds himself accused of a shocking crime—her murder. To clear his name, Simon must uncover the truth about Eleanor Barnett’s fortune and the dark secrets surrounding her life before time runs out. With THE WIDOW, Grisham—one of the great storytellers of our time—delivers his first-ever whodunit: a taut, character-driven mystery layered with deception, tension, and high-stakes survival. John Grisham is the author of more than fifty consecutive #1 bestsellers translated into nearly fifty languages. His recent books include FRAMED, CAMINO GHOSTS, and THE EXCHANGE: AFTER THE FIRM. A two-time winner of the Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction and recipient of the Library of Congress Creative Achievement Award for Fiction, Grisham serves on the boards of the Innocence Project and Centurion Ministries, two organizations dedicated to exonerating the wrongfully convicted. He lives on a farm in central Virginia. This conversation explores Grisham’s inspiration for THE WIDOW, the evolution of his storytelling beyond the courtroom, and what continues to drive his passion for justice through fiction. FOLLOW JOHN YouTube - @johngrisham9631 Instagram - @johngrisham Facebook - @johngrisham X - @johngrisham Website - https://jgrisham.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Facebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY 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 @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Oct 29, 202546 min

The Need to Lead

Today’s guest is Dave Berke, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, ground combat leader, and now a leadership instructor with Echelon Front. As an F/A-18 pilot, Dave deployed twice from the USS John C. Stennis in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan before joining the ranks of TOPGUN, where he was dual-qualified in both the F/A-18 and F-16, serving as the Training Officer—the senior pilot responsible for the conduct of the TOPGUN course. He later served on the ground in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 as an ANGLICO Forward Air Controller with the Army’s 1st Armored Division, supporting SEAL Task Unit Bruiser. Dave was the first operational pilot to fly and be qualified in the F-35B Lightning II, commanding the Marines’ first F-35 squadron. He also holds a master’s degree in International Public Policy and Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University. Now, as Chief Development Officer and leadership instructor with Echelon Front, Dave draws from decades of combat and aviation experience to teach principles of leadership, discipline, and teamwork to organizations around the world. In this episode, Jack talks with Dave about growing up under the flight path of El Toro Marine Base, early influences that led him to Marine aviation, and the journey from the cockpit to the streets of Ramadi. They discuss the power of teamwork under fire, the lessons learned at TOPGUN, and what true leadership looks like—whether in the sky, on the battlefield, or in business. His book, THE NEED TO LEAD: A TOPGUN INSTRUCTOR'S LESSONS ON HOW LEADERSHIP SOLVES EVERY CHALLENGE, is available now. FOLLOW DAVE Instagram: @davidrberke X: Dave Berke Facebook: David Berke Website: daveberke.com FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Oct 22, 20251h 17m

S5 Ep 44Charlie Sheen: Don’t Wish Your Days Away

Today’s guest is Charlie Sheen. From Red Dawn and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to Platoon and Wall Street to Young Guns, Major League and Hot Shots to Spin City and Two and A Half Men, and, of course, Navy SEALs, Sheen’s career spans some of the most iconic roles in modern cinema. His new memoir, THE BOOK OF SHEEN, offers an unfiltered look at family, fame, survival, and redemption after a lifetime in the spotlight. It is available now. In this episode, Jack and Charlie reconnect on familiar ground, sharing stories that range from Hollywood sets to baseball stadiums—including a full-circle moment on Martin Sheen’s birthday that ties back to Apocalypse Now. They reflect on the cultural impact of Sheen’s films and how his characters inspired a generation, including Jack’s own path toward military service. The conversation weaves through art, legacy, and the pursuit of meaning in an era defined by noise, fame, and reinvention. Sheen offers wisdom on storytelling, gratitude, and the importance of living life forward rather than replaying it on screen. FOLLOW CHARLIE Instagram: @charliesheen FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Oct 15, 20251h 4m

S5 Ep 43Exclusive First Listen: CRY HAVOC — Chapter 3

The wait is over. Jack Carr’s new novel—CRY HAVOC—is out now. Chapter 3 drops us back into South Vietnam on January 27, 1968, where Tom Reece, Frank Quinn, and their Montagnard teammate Amiuh—run an off-the-books “hunting expedition” outside Phu Bai. These unsanctioned testing-and-evaluation missions sharpen skills and stress-test gear: suppressed Sten guns, silenced High Standards, and new Starlight setups. What begins as a quiet remain overnight site near a jungle trail pivots hard when the team encounters a seven-man NVA element with a courier holding a message that just might turn the tide of the war. Brought to life by the legendary voice of Ray Porter, this excerpt is pure MACV-SOG grit—movement, patience, and violence of action—where a single silent ambush can flip the intelligence picture on its head. “Cry ‘Havoc!,’ and let slip the frogs of war.” Buy the audiobook, https://bit.ly/CryHavocAudio Order your copy of CRY HAVOC, HERE. Copyright: Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from CRY HAVOC by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2025 by Tomahawk Creative, Inc. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. FOLLOW SIMON & SCHUSTER AUDIO Instagram:@simon.audio TikTok: @simon.audio Threads: @simon.audio X: @SimonAudio Facebook: @SimonAudio FOLLOW RAY PORTER Instagram:@the.ray.porter Facebook: @NarratorRayPorter FOLLOW JACK CARR Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Oct 8, 202513 min

S5 Ep 42Exclusive First Listen: CRY HAVOC — Chapter 2

The countdown to October 7, 2025 is in its final days. Get ready! Jack Carr’s most visceral novel yet—CRY HAVOC—is almost here. Chapter 2 moves the story from the seas off North Korea to GRU headquarters in Moscow where tradecraft, paranoia, and a web of intrigue ripples into one of the greatest intelligence coups of the Cold War. Brought to life by the legendary voice of Ray Porter, this excerpt plunges you into the darkest corners of the Soviet Union’s ruthless intelligence apparatus, where the fate a young Navy SEAL named Tom Reece hangs in the balance. “Cry ‘Havoc!,’ and let slip the frogs of war.” Buy the audiobook, https://bit.ly/CryHavocAudio Order your copy of CRY HAVOC, HERE. Copyright: Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from CRY HAVOC by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2025 by Tomahawk Creative, Inc. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. FOLLOW SIMON & SCHUSTER AUDIO Instagram:@simon.audio TikTok: @simon.audio Threads: @simon.audio X: @SimonAudio Facebook: @SimonAudio FOLLOW RAY PORTER Instagram:@the.ray.porter Facebook: @NarratorRayPorter FOLLOW JACK CARR Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Oct 1, 202539 min

S5 Ep 41THE SECRET OF SECRETS

The Jack Carr Book Club September 2025 selection is THE SECRET OF SECRETS by #1 New York Times bestselling author Dan Brown. When Robert Langdon travels to Prague with Katherine Solomon—a brilliant noetic scientist on the verge of publishing an explosive discovery about human consciousness—the trip is derailed by a brutal murder and Katherine’s sudden disappearance. Soon, Langdon is targeted by a shadowy organization and hunted by an enemy born from Prague’s most ancient mythology. What follows is a relentless race through Prague, London, and New York, where Langdon must untangle a web of futuristic science, mystical lore, and deadly secrets. At its core lies a shocking truth about the human mind—one powerful enough to alter the course of history. Dan Brown is the author of numerous #1 international bestsellers, including The Da Vinci Code, Angels & Demons, The Lost Symbol, Inferno, Origin, and more. His novels have captivated millions of readers with their trademark blend of history, science, and myth, redefining the modern thriller. This conversation explores Brown’s inspirations for The Secret of Secrets, the enduring legacy of Robert Langdon, and the fine line between science and spirituality in storytelling. FOLLOW DAN Instagram - @authordanbrown Facebook - @DanBrown X - @AuthorDanBrown Website - https://danbrown.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Facebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY 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 @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Sep 24, 202558 min

S5 Ep 40Exclusive First Listen: CRY HAVOC — Chapter 1

The countdown to October 7, 2025, continues. Jack Carr’s most visceral novel yet—CRY HAVOC—is almost here. Chapter 1 captures one of the most dramatic real-world flashpoints of the Cold War - the 1968 seizure of the USS Pueblo by North Korean forces. This moment in history becomes the spark that thrusts Tom Reece into a world of war, espionage, and sacrifice. Brought to life by the legendary voice of Ray Porter, this exclusive excerpt places you on the icy waters of the Sea of Japan—where a naval standoff becomes the opening shot in a shadow war that threatens to bring the world to the brink. “Cry ‘Havoc!,’ and let slip the frogs of war.” Buy the audiobook, https://bit.ly/CryHavocAudio Order your copy of CRY HAVOC, HERE. Copyright: Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from CRY HAVOC by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2025 by Tomahawk Creative, Inc. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. FOLLOW SIMON & SCHUSTER AUDIO Instagram:@simon.audio TikTok: @simon.audio Threads: @simon.audio X: @SimonAudio Facebook: @SimonAudio FOLLOW RAY PORTER Instagram:@the.ray.porter Facebook: @NarratorRayPorter FOLLOW JACK CARR Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Sep 17, 202518 min

S5 Ep 39Exclusive First Listen: CRY HAVOC — Prologue, Part 2

The wait is almost over. On October 7, 2025, Jack Carr unleashes his most visceral novel yet—CRY HAVOC. What began as a traditional prologue evolved into a brutal, unflinching descent into the jungles of Laos in 1968. It’s the longest and most immersive opening Jack has ever written—part history lesson, part battlefield baptism. This prologue doesn’t just set the stage for CRY HAVOC—it drags you headlong into the chaos, sacrifice, and brotherhood that forged Tom Reece. Jack invites you to experience the opening moments of CRY HAVOC, brought to life by the legendary voice of Ray Porter. “Cry ‘Havoc!,’ and let slip the frogs of war” Buy the audiobook, https://bit.ly/CryHavocAudio Order your copy of CRY HAVOC, HERE. Copyright: Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from CRY HAVOC by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2025 by Tomahawk Creative, Inc. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. FOLLOW SIMON & SCHUSTER AUDIO Instagram:@simon.audio TikTok: @simon.audio Threads: @simon.audio X: @SimonAudio Facebook: @SimonAudio FOLLOW RAY PORTER Instagram:@the.ray.porter Facebook: @NarratorRayPorter FOLLOW JACK CARR Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Sep 10, 202532 min

S5 Ep 38Exclusive First Listen: CRY HAVOC — Prologue, Part I

The wait is almost over. On October 7, 2025, Jack Carr unleashes his most visceral novel yet—CRY HAVOC. What began as a traditional prologue evolved into a brutal, unflinching descent into the jungles of Laos in 1968. It’s the longest and most immersive opening Jack has ever written—part history lesson, part battlefield baptism. This prologue doesn’t just set the stage for CRY HAVOC—it drags you headlong into the chaos, sacrifice, and brotherhood that forged Tom Reece. Jack invites you to experience the opening moments of CRY HAVOC, brought to life by the legendary voice of Ray Porter. “Cry ‘Havoc!,’ and let slip the frogs of war” Buy the audiobook, https://bit.ly/CryHavocAudio Order your copy of CRY HAVOC, HERE. Copyright: Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from CRY HAVOC by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2025 by Tomahawk Creative, Inc. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. FOLLOW SIMON & SCHUSTER AUDIO Instagram:@simon.audio TikTok: @simon.audio Threads: @simon.audio X: @SimonAudio Facebook: @SimonAudio FOLLOW RAY PORTER Instagram:@the.ray.porter Facebook: @NarratorRayPorter FOLLOW JACK CARR Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Sep 3, 202532 min

S5 Ep 37AN INSIDE JOB

The Jack Carr Book Club August 2025 selection is AN INSIDE JOB by #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva. Sometimes the only way to recover a stolen masterpiece is to steal it back . . . In his latest thriller, Silva brings back legendary art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon for an electrifying tale of murder, stolen treasures, and high-stakes intrigue. What begins with the discovery of a woman’s body in the Venetian Lagoon unfolds into a chase for a lost Leonardo da Vinci portrait, a web of greed and corruption stretching from London’s auction houses to the French Riviera, and explosive secrets buried deep within the Vatican. At the heart of the story is a shocking conspiracy that culminates in St. Peter’s Square, where the fate of the pope himself hangs in the balance. Daniel Silva is the award-winning author of 28 novels translated into more than thirty languages. Widely regarded as the master of international intrigue and suspense, Silva has captivated readers worldwide with his elegant storytelling and razor-sharp plotting. This conversation dives into Silva’s inspirations for AN INSIDE JOB, the enduring appeal of Gabriel Allon, and the fascinating intersection of art, espionage, and faith. FOLLOW DANIEL Instagram - @danielsilvabooks Facebook - @danielsilvabooks X - @danielsilvabook Website - https://danielsilvabooks.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSA Facebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY 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 @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Aug 27, 20251h 22m

S5 Ep 36Will AI Win the War for our Minds? Richard Ryan on Fighting Back Against Tech Manipulation

Today’s guest is Richard Ryan, a tech innovator, media executive, and digital pioneer with over 20 years of experience driving growth at the intersection of technology and creative strategy. An early mover in digital media, Richard developed a YouTube app four years before YouTube released its own and built FullMag into a channel with over 2.7 million subscribers and a digital footprint totaling more than 20 billion views. He also launched Rated Red with Verizon Media and Hearst, scaling it to over one million organic subscribers in its first year and is a co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company. Today, his focus is on privacy, algorithmic influence, and empowering consumers in the digital era. In this episode, Jack and Richard dive into Richard’s book, THE WARRIOR'S GARDEN, and its call to cultivate awareness in a tech-dominated world. They explore the war for the mind in the attention economy, the role of algorithms in shaping behavior, and how authenticity and accountability can serve as antidotes to manipulation. The conversation touches on AI, deception online, and the dangers of outsourcing memory to devices—while also using nature as a metaphor for resilience and mental well-being. Richard shares his optimism for the future, the importance of reclaiming time, and his hope to inspire others to adapt and thrive in the digital age. FOLLOW RICHARD Instagram: @RichardRyan X: @RichardRyan Facebook: @RichardRyan LinkedIn: @Richard Ryan Website: https://www.warriorsgarden.com/ FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/ Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

Aug 22, 20251h 14m