Episodes
Exclusive look inside the brave response by Californian first responders to the horrific terrorist strike on a Christmas office party in San Bernadino. This week's very inspiring guest Ryan Starling, SWAT and firefighter, takes you with him as his team is practicing active shooter response's in the morning through to blow by blow of how the heroic response to the crisis went down. Hear chilling details of the evil plot and find out the techniques these office workers used to save themselves...
Published 07/30/18
SWAT. What do SWAT guys know that you don't about saving saving lives when danger strikes? How do firefighters stay so fit that they can carry a Jolly Green Giant sized grown man, unconscious from smoke, down 50 flights of stairs in severely intense heat while a fire is raging around them? Ryan Starling recently ranked as the fittest firefighter on the west coast of the USA. He is also ranked #5 in Crossfit and you get to hang out with him at the firehouse right before he heads out to the...
Published 07/28/18
Dangerous missions…What’s it like in the helicopter 2 minutes out, 90 seconds out, 1 minute out…30 seconds from charging into enemy territory on a mission? Evan graduated #1 In BUD/S (Class Honorman) and completed 10 combat deployments. In this part 2, Allison zeroes in on cracking the code of how Evan has been so unstoppable. Arm yourself with the ways Evan overcomes the seemingly impossible. Evan cracked his skull. Didn’t stop him. Evan broke his spine. Didn’t stop him. And by didn’t stop...
Published 07/16/18
After hanging out with this remarkable 20 Year Navy SEAL, you’ll feel like you just emerged from Man Camp – battle-hardened and ready to crush. The best part is all you gotta do is open a cold one, kick back and hang out – all the ultimate man-ifying without having to get off the couch. We’ve divided this years’ Man Camp into 2 parts. Snow gunfights desert gunfights, jungle gunfights…this week’s doubleheader is loaded with unforgettable war stories. In the first part, our guest Sean “Evan”...
Published 07/13/18
Lethal venomous viper. Flip Flops. Romantic sunsets….not three words you would expect to go together. In today’s episode, Army Ranger Matthew Griffin reveals exceptional insider secrets to adventures in remote, off the beaten path places and potentially dangerous places. You can drop Griffin anywhere in the world and he will crush it….on that subject, strap in for one of the most harrowing war stories shared in Tactical Talk so far involving a shocking, unusual threat to his Stryker. Today’s...
Published 07/03/18
Medusa. Overwhelming enemy numbers. Shocking setbacks. Facing extreme danger without fear. Victory in spite of the odds….just a few of the many tough topics you are getting ground truth on today. Operation Medusa was out in Afghanistan. Our guest this week, Green Beret Greg Stube, was there when the epic Battle of Sperwan Ghar went down. Imagine battling an enemy every second of every hour of every day…day after day after day for a week. Add into that the enemy doesn’t just outnumber you-...
Published 06/22/18
Whatever your mission, whatever your battle, after today's show you will be armed with insider tactics to win - and win decisively. Our guest F-15 fighter pilot James Murphy has succeeded in bottling the warrior ethos. He's hooking you up with the formula for warrior style victory. His techniques work anywhere and everywhere...for example, he has worked closely with professional sports teams so Allison asks him to share what it was like working with the NFL team - New York Giants- on their...
Published 06/08/18
Baseball time of year. A sport as American as apple pie. Memorial Day always falls during baseball season and many Americans find themselves playing catch with the family, hitting some balls and maybe a game with extended family after a BBQ over the long weekend. Our guest this week, Cory McQuilkin is a major league bad ass. He served in Green Berets for 12 years all over the world and in highly dangerous engagements. But Cory started out as a dedicated, talented baseball player practicing...
Published 05/25/18
Master Army Aviator. Ranger, Airborne and Air Assault qualified. Jimmy Blackmon has selflessly served our nation for 30 years, leading high-risk missions all over the world. He was the air mission commander on the famous operation that bagged #2 and #3 most wanted bad guys in the famous Iraqi deck of cards. Today, you get the unique privilege of hearing firsthand all about the dangerous mission to take down Saddam Hussein’s sons. Jimmy also served as the aviation commander during battles in...
Published 05/18/18
If a grenade lands near you…is it like the movies? Should you throw it? Kick it? Run? Our guest this week reveals what really happens when a grenade gets chucked at you. Chris VanSant achieved selection for the legendary 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (Delta Force) and served in US Special Operations for more than 20 years. Today, you’ve got the very special opportunity to go inside not just one fascinating DELTA adventure – but several. And Chris is one helluva skilled...
Published 05/11/18
Guinness Book of World Records. Not something easy to get in - let alone for something involving superhuman feats. Today's guest Mike Mendoza has done just that. He has beat the world records....for most IRON MANs in one year. A super human feat he decided to do...just because. He had only run a couple before and didn't train for it. Par for course with our nation's bravest. Mike has been recognized for extraordinary courage many times. Today you're hanging out w/ a guy who was awarded a Navy...
Published 04/27/18
Turning your home into a fortress, dangerous duck eggs, hunting as a way of life, best expert's weapons revealed and more...This is one fully loaded show today that kicks off with riveting war stories – the unexpected twists will wallop you. These are ground truth stories from inside the elite Marine Recon unseen world that you’ve got to hear and you’ll never forget. Told Southern-style by a talented storyteller, you’re gonna find yourself feeling like you’re there with them in extreme danger...
Published 04/20/18
Extreme. The US military works extremely hard in extreme environments, extreme weather – and often for extremely long times. A body’s ability to perform downrange can face extreme stakes. Warfighters need to be able to rely on their physical performance in life or death situations. And maximum performance requires maximum nutrition. Right now, warfighters downrange tend to eat MREs when they do not have the luxury of the big base KFCs and McDonalds. MREs have a shelf life of at least 3 years...
Published 04/16/18
Walking Dead finale this season is upon us...ever wonder what you would do if a zombie apocalypse struck in real life? We've got you covered. This week Marine Recon Danny Domin shares his deep expertise to show you how to build a bag that will help you survive anything from zombies to hurricanes and terrorist attacks. Find out what you could face and what you need to survive.
Published 04/09/18
Warrior Monks…not something you see every day. Back in the heyday, knights fighting for their faith and to protect their fellow man were a lot more common. Today, we’re introducing you to a real life Warrior Monk. He served the US in the elite units of the Marine Corps and then became a Christian monk. When 9/11 kicked off, he left his monastery and picked up his K-Bar knife and his rifle and headed back into the fight alongside some of the nation’s most elite forces right out on the front...
Published 03/29/18
Rudy is back, on top form and in the house at Tactical Talk’s studio in NYC. This week is an extra big helping of Friday motivation with a double-header episode with Rudy. The Noreaster blew up Allison’s flight plans so she couldn’t get back last week. Marine Force Recon Rudy is stepping up to help make that up to you guys. Fasten your seatbelts for a freewheeling, hard-hitting and massive dose of motivation in ways that only Rudy can deliver. This episode is jampacked with one of a kind war...
Published 03/23/18
Deep dive into the Navy SEAL world this week. Guest Navy SEAL Eli Crane is a phenomenal story teller so you will feel immersed in the action – like you’re there along with him on missions in far flung, deadly places. You have probably seen Eli on Shark Tank where his product was so amazing that rock star investors Mark Cuban and Kevin O’Leary invested. His company Bottle Breachers rapidly became a multi-million dollar company where they make things like military .50 cal ammo and turns then...
Published 03/09/18
From rattlesnakes to one of the world's most venomous snakes- the carpet viper...our guest this week has faced off against nature's deadly threats and our nation's deadly enemies. Will Hiett is a Texan who grew up taking on rattlesnakes as a kid to protect his little brother and tearing up the neighborhood as the go to hellraiser. Then he joined the Marine Corps. And he grew up to become an extremely accomplished Marine, highly lethal combat shooter and thoughtful gentleman - who drives the...
Published 03/02/18
Legendary titan Mike Pannone. He is a serious triple threat having been selected for and served in not just one elite team - but three of the best in the entire world. Mike served in Marine Recon, SF + DELTA!!! In this very special unique opportunity, Mike takes you inside what life was like in his remarkable career serving our country. Expect straight up ground truth. He shares his insight on everything from what actually happens on a helicopter as a team approaches a target through to real...
Published 02/24/18
Are you a mouse or a man? It is that Valentine’s Day time of year…so what better time to help kit you out with ways to step up your game. There is no excuse to not to be the best version of yourself possible. One thing you will have noticed in all our special operations warrior guests each week is they are bad asses – but also chivalrous gentlemen. That’s what we are zeroing in on this week. Something every man should have in his arsenal… CHIVALRY. Rudy Reyes is a Certified Bad Ass. You get...
Published 02/14/18
Protect women. Protect children. Protect family. Protect friends. Are you a guardian? Are you ready to step in and protect the vulnerable? Do you know what to do if an attacker poses a threat? With the #metoo incidents dominating headlines, many men have grown increasingly concerned about how to help stop attacks. Today, he arms you with the right steps to take if you see a guy up to bad stuff. Steps anyone can do – steps you don’t have to be a professional warrior to do – and those steps...
Published 02/10/18
Guns, guns and more guns. This year’s SHOT Show has revealed a huge crop of new guns and gear for 2018. Allison has been out there testing out the latest and greatest. Her reviews for FOX News have been trending #1 and ranking #1 on google. SHOT is mega restrictive for access, but if you couldn’t make it to the show we’ve got you covered. Allison has asked a guest you will love to hang out with you this week and share with you all the latest and greatest. Seen Generation Kill? Our guest saw...
Published 01/26/18
Simple + Fast. How do SEALs and other special operations workout to be ready and crush the world’s toughest missions in the most extreme conditions? After today, you will know the key secrets to getting a mission ready body. We're hooking you up with special direct access to former SEAL Squadron Commander and certified mega bad ass Randy Hetrick. While deployed on a Navy SEAL mission, Randy created the very best system for special operations teams to maintain mission ready fitness anytime...
Published 01/19/18
Best-kept secrets on dealing with attackers. Today we’re zeroing in on disarming opponents.
We’re also going to talk about the most powerful weapon every single person has. It’s free, doesn’t require a permit and it never runs out of ammo. In the movies and tv shows, it looks so easy to take a weapon out of an attackers hand…but how do the real life James Bond and Jason Bourne types do it? If they are not carrying a gun, how do they stop an attacker? We want every American to have access to...
Published 01/12/18
TOP GUN. Kick off the New Year with us by hanging out with a real life TOP GUN fighter pilot. Who hasn’t seen the movie right? Well, F-14A Tomcat fighter pilot Mike Maloney takes us inside the real life version of the incredibly elite, intense weapons school. Today you’ll find out what’s real about that movie and what’s not. Jump in right from the start as Mike takes you inside with several op stories – some hilarious – some so dangerous you’ll marvel at the courage and talent of US fighter...
Published 01/06/18