Combat Story

Ryan Fugit

Real combat stories from the military's elite. This podcast highlights the courageous, outrageous, crazy, and surreal experiences veterans recall from their toughest days in the foxhole, cockpit, and front lines. We interview JTACs, Special Operators (Delta), Special Forces, Jet Pilots, Combat Aviators, Infrantrymen, Marines, and vets from over 50 years of combat experience.Interviews touch on the toughest missions these vets faced, how they handled them, their first combat experiences, how they found their way to the military, and how they managed after leaving the combat behind.

  1. HACE 6 DÍAS

    The RPG That Changed Everything – Ivan Ingraham’s Wildest Day in Combat | Marine Raider

    Marine Raider LtCol Ivan Ingraham (USMC, Ret.) takes us deep inside one of the most intense firefights of the Afghanistan War — when his convoy rolled into the Green Zone and an RPG bounced off the hood of his Humvee before exploding behind him. In this unforgettable episode of Combat Story, Ivan shares what it really feels like when all hell breaks loose. From the chaos of a full-blown ambush to the calm, deliberate decisions that saved his Marines’ lives, this story captures the courage, clarity, and leadership forged only through combat. Ivan spent 24 years in the Marine Corps, serving as both a conventional infantry officer and later as a Special Operations Marine Raider with MARSOC. Across five combat deployments to Afghanistan, he led elite units under fire, trained the next generation of Recon Marines, and later turned his hard-won lessons into writing, speaking, and leadership coaching.   This is more than just a war story. It’s about courage under fire, the weight of command, and finding purpose after the battlefield.   🔗 Connect with Ivan Ingraham   🌐 Official Website: ➡️ https://ivanfingraham.com 📰 Substack Newsletter – The Log Book ➡️ https://ivanfingraham.substack.com 📘 Books by Ivan F. Ingraham ➡️ Once We Pledged Forever: A Novel of Combat, Marines and the War Within https://www.amazon.com/Once-We-Pledged-Forever-Marines/dp/1958861669 ➡️ Dream Job https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Job-Ivan-F-Ingraham-ebook/dp/B0CW18V16F ➡️ Athena: Bravery Knows No Gender https://www.amazon.com/Athena-Ivan-F-Ingraham-ebook/dp/B0BLT469Y4 ➡️ 22: A Journey to The Edge of Darkness https://www.amazon.com/22-Darkness-Ivan-F-Ingraham/dp/B0C2RYRYFW ➡️ The Patrol: A Story of MARSOC at War https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/137341905-the-patrol-a-story-of-marsoc-at-war 📚 Amazon Author Page (Full Catalog): ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ivan-F.-Ingraham/author/B0BCL7NGS3 💬 Facebook: ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/IvanFIngraham 📸 Instagram: ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/ifi_writer   Find AJ Online: 📸Instagram:   / ajpasciuti https://www.instagram.com/ajpasciuti/ 📘 LinkedIn:   / angelo-pasciuti https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelo-pasciuti/ 🔗Personal Website & Book Pre-Order (“Darkhorse”): https://www.ajpasciuti.com/ 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 1 – USMC Sniper & Force Recon in Fallujah):  https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aqnKAUUOCDmJZPWrMf9NZ 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 2 – Sniper vs Sniper Battle): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sniper-vs-sniper-battle-killing-the-enemys-most/id1537933985?i=1000633686192 👉Urban Valor Facebook Feature: https://www.facebook.com/UrbanValor/posts/retired-marine-chief-warrant-officer-3-aj-pasciuti-recounts-being-in-the-middle-/602000529075284/ 👉DVIDS Video on Infantry Marine Course: https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leadership/Joint-Staff/Comptroller/Innovation/?dvpTag=imc&videoid=790758 🧭 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS   00:00 – Intro: RPG Ambush & Chaos in the Green Zone 03:15 – Ivan Ingraham’s background and upbringing in a military family 07:20 – Why he joined the Marines and the recruiting story that changed everything 12:10 – Lessons from OCS and The Basic School: what makes a Marine officer different 18:00 – Becoming an Infantry Officer and early deployments with 1/4 25:30 – Transition to Recon and the path toward Force Reconnaissance 34:00 – September 11th: where Ivan was when the towers fell 37:45 – Early years of the Global War on Terror and Recon’s evolving role 41:00 – The creation of MARSOC and Ivan’s move to Marine Special Operations 51:30 – Inside MARSOC’s first deployments: structure, culture, and combat readiness 1:07:00 – The firefight: RPG hits the convoy and “all hell breaks loose” 1:13:00 – What combat really sounds like and the chaos of leadership under fire 1:20:00 – Calling in air support and the A-10 Warthog strafing run 1:26:00 – The moment Ivan thought they wouldn’t make it out alive 1:31:00 – Aftermath: reflection, loss, and lessons in leadership 1:47:00 – Writing, healing, and building “The Log Book” newsletter 1:54:00 – Life after MARSOC: leadership, loss, and finding purpose again 2:10:00 – Ivan Ingraham’s advice on courage, humility, and leading through fear   🪖 ABOUT IVAN INGRAHAM   LtCol Ivan Ingraham, USMC (Ret.) is a former Marine Raider (MARSOC), combat veteran, and author. Over a 24-year career, he served in leadership roles across conventional and special operations units, deploying five times to Afghanistan and around the world.   ⚡ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE   ✅ How a Marine Raider leads through chaos when everything falls apart ✅ What it feels like to be ambushed by RPGs in Afghanistan ✅ The difference between leadership in combat vs. corporate life ✅ The emotional cost of war and how Ivan found meaning beyond the battlefield ✅ Lessons on humility, courage, and trust from 24 years of service

    2 h y 18 min
  2. 4 OCT

    Ryan Fugit - The Story Behind Combat Story

    In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Fugit — former Army attack helicopter pilot, CIA Directorate of Operations officer, and host of Combat Story and Restricted Handling for an inside look at a life spent on the front lines of America’s wars and intelligence operations. Ryan shares raw and insightful stories from his time flying AH-64 Apache helicopters in Afghanistan and from his years conducting global operations with the CIA’s Directorate of Operations. From the intensity of combat to the complexity of modern intelligence work, Ryan reflects on the lessons, challenges, and defining moments that shaped his approach to leadership, resilience, and purpose. We also discuss his transition from public service to leading trust and safety investigations in Silicon Valley, and how his experiences inform his mission to protect people from harm in the digital age. Ryan has now created the Restricted Handling podcast featuring daily, curated insights and news on Russia, China, Iran, North Korea, the Middle East and more with weekly deep dives with Ryan and former CIA legends about what's going on in the world of geopolitics, international security, and military and intelligence operations. Subscribe for FREE daily insights at www.restrictedhandling.com.   🎙️ About Ryan Fugit: Ryan is the creator and host of Combat Story, a podcast that captures the firsthand accounts of combat veterans, and Restricted Handling, which explores authoritarian activity and international security through conversations with world-class experts. Check out the Retricted Handling podcast at www.restrictedhandling.com 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with military veterans, intelligence professionals, and leaders shaping the future of national security.   Find AJ Online: 📸Instagram:   / ajpasciuti 📘 LinkedIn:   / angelo-pasciuti  🔗Personal Website & Book Pre-Order (“Darkhorse”): https://www.ajpasciuti.com/ 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 1 – USMC Sniper & Force Recon in Fallujah):  https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aqn 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 2 – Sniper vs Sniper Battle): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast 👉Urban Valor Facebook Feature:   / 602000529075284 👉DVIDS Video on Infantry Marine Course: https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leaders Find Ryan Online: 🎙️ Ryan’s Linktree https://linktr.ee/combatstory 🔗Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/combats 🛒 Email ryan@combatstory.com 📸 Instagram @combatstory   / combatstory 📘 Facebook @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial Check out the Retricted Handling podcast at www.restrictedhandling.com 📖 Send us messages at https://m.me/combatstoryofficial ✔ Learn more about Ryan www.combatstory.com/aboutus 🎵 Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle Chapters: 0:00 Intro 01:53 Introduction 08:12 The Impact of 9/11 17:04 Choosing the Aviation Path 26:37 The Competitive World of Aviation 30:02 Imposter Syndrome and Military Service 37:05 Pop Culture Influences 44:22 First Unit Assignment 44:56 Early Days in the Cavalry Unit 46:09 The Battle of March 23, 2003 48:00 Life in Germany and the Desire to Deploy 50:01 First Deployment to Afghanistan 54:25 Challenges of Command and Crew Rest 59:00 Navigating Leadership and Combat Decisions 01:23:26 Reflecting on a Tragic Incident 01:24:40 Sponsor Message: Protect Your Privacy with Delete Me 01:26:07 Making Tough Decisions in the Military 01:28:44 Transitioning to Civilian Life and the CIA 01:34:38 Starting a Podcast: Inspiration and Challenges 01:52:13 Highs, Lows, and Laughs of Podcasting 02:03:01 Future Plans and New Ventures

    2 h y 6 min
  3. Surviving a Surface to Air Missile (SAM) Strike | DFC | A-10 Aviator | Kim "Killer Chick" Campbell

    20 SEP

    Surviving a Surface to Air Missile (SAM) Strike | DFC | A-10 Aviator | Kim "Killer Chick" Campbell

    ✈️ A-10 Fighter Pilot Combat Story – Kim “Killer Chick” Campbell In this episode, we sit down with Col. Kim “KC” Campbell (USAF, Ret.), a decorated A-10 Warthog pilot and true combat veteran. Known by her legendary call sign “Killer Chick,” Kim shares her incredible story of surviving a surface-to-air missile strike over Baghdad and pulling off a harrowing emergency landing that few pilots could ever attempt. This is a raw, inspiring deep dive into leadership, resilience, and what it takes to fly and fight in one of the most iconic aircraft in U.S. Air Force history. 🎥 Deep Dive with Kim “Killer Chick” Campbell This episode features none other than Col. Kim “KC” Campbell (USAF, Ret.), who has one of the coolest call signs imaginable. A decorated A-10 Warthog pilot, she survived a surface-to-air missile strike and pulled off a landing few pilots have ever faced in real life. 📞 Support Veterans Help Group Go to: http://www.veteranshelpgroup.com Or call: 855-233-6144 and tell them your buddies Ryan and AJ from Combat Story sent you. 🔥 Find Kim “Killer Chick” Campbell Online Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/kchawg987 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kchawg987 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkc-campbell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KC-Campbell-106544762115864 Website: https://kim-kc-campbell.com 🎙️ Find AJ Online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajpasciuti/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelo-pasciuti/ Website & Book Pre-Order (“Darkhorse”): https://www.ajpasciuti.com/ 🎧 Featured Content Combat Story Podcast (Part 1 – USMC Sniper & Force Recon in Fallujah): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aqnKAUUOCDmJZPWrMf9NZ Combat Story Podcast (Part 2 – Sniper vs Sniper Battle): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sniper-vs-sniper-battle-killing-the-enemys-most/id1537933985?i=1000633686192 Urban Valor Facebook Feature: https://www.facebook.com/UrbanValor/posts/retired-marine-chief-warrant-officer-3-aj-pasciuti-recounts-being-in-the-middle-/602000529075284/ DVIDS Video on Infantry Marine Course: https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leadership/Joint-Staff/Comptroller/Innovation/?dvpTag=imc&videoid=790758 ⚡ Subscribe for more Combat Story episodes highlighting the courage, resilience, and leadership of warriors who’ve lived it.

    34 min
  4. Darin Kinder: Secret Service Agent & 9/11 Survivor Shares His Story of Courage and Resilience

    13 SEP

    Darin Kinder: Secret Service Agent & 9/11 Survivor Shares His Story of Courage and Resilience

    In remembrance of the attacks on September 11th, 2001, we have a special guest on the show, and for the first time in our Combat Story community, we’d like to introduce Darin Kinder — Former Secret Service Agent • 9/11 Survivor. Darin Kinder brings a rare blend of courage, clarity, and conviction from years spent navigating the world’s most high-pressure moments. As a former Secret Service Agent and survivor of the 9/11 attacks, he uses his story to help individuals and leaders live with bold purpose and unwavering resilience. Author of Bury Me in a Dirty Suit: Discovering Man’s Valiant Purpose in the Aftermath of 9/11, Darin invites listeners to reframe how they live—seeing everyday work not simply as provision, but as purpose in motion. His own experience, assisting, evacuating, and enduring on that fateful day, embodies the idea that courage is always a choice. Darin’s story is one of heroism and humility—his actions during the 9/11 attacks earned him the Secret Service Medal of Valor. As the founder of Fierce Comms, based in Dallas, Darin empowers people to rediscover mission and meaning—not just in what they do, but why they do it. Through keynote talks and multi-session seminars, he challenges audiences to “get their suit dirty”—to choose the narrow, courageous path of sacrifice over comfort. Join us as we sit down with Darin Kinder—a man who invites us to embrace the grit of life, unlock purpose in our work, and live courageously, even when the world tells us we can’t.   Find Darin Kinder Online: 🔗 Website: https://www.darinkinder.com/ 📸 Instagram   / darinkinder   Find AJ Online: 📸Instagram:   / ajpasciuti 📘 LinkedIn:   / angelo-pasciuti   🔗Personal Website & Book Pre-Order (“Darkhorse”): https://www.ajpasciuti.com/ 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 1 – USMC Sniper & Force Recon in Fallujah):  https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aqn... 👉Combat Story Podcast (Part 2 – Sniper vs Sniper Battle): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast 👉Urban Valor Facebook Feature:   / 602000529075284 👉DVIDS Video on Infantry Marine Course: https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leaders Find Ryan Online: 🎙️ Ryan’s Linktree https://linktr.ee/combatstory 🔗Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/combats 🛒 Email ryan@combatstory.com 📸 Instagram @combatstory   / combatstory   📘 Facebook @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial 📖 Send us messages at https://m.me/combatstoryofficial ✔ Learn more about Ryan www.combatstory.com/aboutus 🎵 Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle   Chapters: 00:40 Introduction  00:59 Meet Darren Kinder: 9/11 Survivor and Secret Service Agent 02:47 The Story Behind 'Bury Me In a Dirty Suit' 07:17 Darren's Path to the Secret Service 11:06 Inside the Secret Service: Training and Missions 24:20 First Days in New York: Pre-9/11 Assignments 30:58 Isolation and Law Enforcement Collaboration 31:24 AJ Pesi's Story and New Book Announcement 32:46 Recounting 9/11: Initial Impact and Evacuation 35:59 Heroic Efforts and Personal Sacrifices 45:55 Surviving the Collapse and Aftermath 56:02 Reflecting on the Day and Moving Forward 57:06 Veterans Help Group Sponsorship 58:28 Divine Intervention and Final Thoughts 01:01:47 Evacuation Efforts on 9/11 01:02:37 Returning Home and Reuniting with Family 01:04:32 Receiving the Secret Service Medal of Valor 01:05:31 Serving on the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force 01:06:23 Protecting President George W. Bush 01:07:38 Reflecting on 9/11 and Ground Zero 01:14:29 Traveling the World with the Secret Service 01:18:40 Memorable Moments and Close Calls 01:24:06 Leadership Lessons and Personal Reflections 01:30:28 Final Thoughts and Farewell

    1 h y 33 min
  5. Randall Parkes - Warrior to Mentor

    30 AGO

    Randall Parkes - Warrior to Mentor

    Welcome to Combat Story. Today, I’m joined by retired Marine First Sergeant Randall Parkes—a parachute rigger in Recon, founding member of MARSOC, Drill Instructor extraordinaire, and now a leader in both real estate and defense tech—plus everyone’s favorite podcaster, the man who started it all.., Ryan Fugit. Randall’s career spans from enlisting in July 2001 to a remarkable 20 years of service that took him to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa on four combat deployments. As a founding member of the 1st Marine Raider Battalion, he helped shape the early years of Marine Special Operations and was named MARSOC Support Marine of the Year in 2011. He later became a Parris Island Drill Instructor, shaping the next generation of Marines, and commanded 97 Marines and Sailors during a CENTCOM deployment in 2017. In his final active-duty role, Randall returned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, capping his service before retiring on September 30, 2021. Since then, he’s launched The Parkes Realty Group with his wife Heather—selling over $40 million in residential real estate—and now serves as Mission Operations Deployment Lead at Anduril Industries, helping drive innovation in modern defense technology. His academic credentials include a bachelor’s in Business Management (magna c*m laude) and an Master of Business for Veterans, an innovative and one of its kind program from The University of Southern CA. Randall’s combat stories are intense, unfiltered, and at times deeply personal—so much so that this is only part one of his Combat Story. We’ll be sitting down with him again in the future to share his incredible role in saving lives during the chaotic fall of Kabul, a moment that speaks volumes about his leadership, grit, and unwavering commitment to others. Let’s dive in—here’s part one of our conversation with Randall Parkes.   Find Randall Parkes Online: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randall_in_sandiego/?hl=en  📘 Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/randall-parkes 🔗 Official website: https://theparkesteam.com/agent/randall-parkes   Find Ryan Online: 🔗 Ryan’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/combatstory 🛒 Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/combats 📸 Instagram: @combatstory   / combatstory 📘 Facebook: @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial 📖 Learn more about Ryan: https://www.combatstory.com/aboutus 🎵 Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle   Find AJ Online: 🔗 Official website: ajpasciuti.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajpasciuti/ 📘 Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelo-pasciuti/ 📕Personal Website & Book Pre-Order (“Darkhorse”): https://www.ajpasciuti.com/   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Introduction to Combat Story 01:12 Meet Randall Parks 02:59 Randall's Early Life and Military Beginnings 04:09 Joining the Marine Corps 13:31 Bootcamp During 9/11 33:41 First Deployment to Iraq 47:30 Loaded for Battle 47:52 A Close Call with a Civilian 48:45 Cultural Differences in Handling Disabilities 49:13 A Sergeant's Tough Love 49:37 The Reality of Deployment 50:57 IED Encounter and Aftermath 57:58 A Model Marine's Worries 59:10 The Impact of Movies on War Memories 01:00:10 Returning Home to Personal Turmoil 01:04:51 A New Assignment and a Change of Plans 01:07:21 Joining MARSOC 01:10:42 Deployment to Afghanistan 01:21:47 Facing the Taliban's Mortar Attacks 01:29:58 Spotting the Enemy 01:30:33 Engaging the Mortar Team 01:31:39 Aftermath and Reflections 01:34:32 The PX Gunny Story 01:43:58 Returning Home and Getting Married 01:44:53 Drill Instructor Duty 01:48:51 Challenges and Successes as a Drill Instructor 02:04:55 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    2 h y 9 min
  6. 1-36 Infantry in Ramadi & the Sunni Triangle | Ranger | Infantry School | 2x Author | Will Bardenwerper

    23 AGO

    1-36 Infantry in Ramadi & the Sunni Triangle | Ranger | Infantry School | 2x Author | Will Bardenwerper

    Welcome to Combat Story. For the first time, I’m joined by my new co-host AJ Pasciuti as we sit down with Will Bardenwerper—former 1-36 Infantry and Civil Affairs Officer, Princeton grad, and acclaimed author. Will shares his journey from a finance career in Manhattan, inspired to serve after 9/11 and the example set by Pat Tillman, to boots on the ground in the Sunni Triangle during a 13-month deployment in 2006. He opens up about the realities of war, the loss of close friends, and the challenges of Civil Affairs in Iraq. After the Army, Will became a journalist and two-time author. His first book, The Prisoner in His Palace, offers a unique perspective on the American soldiers tasked with guarding Saddam Hussein. His latest, Homestand, explores the heart of small-town America through the loss of a minor league baseball team. Will’s work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Harper’s, and more. I first met Will through Pat Fagan, a close friend from ROTC, and we touch on that connection in our conversation. I’m also excited to welcome AJ as co-host—many of you will remember him from his standout guest episodes, where his firsthand experience in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other hotspots brought unique insight and energy to our conversations. Having AJ alongside me as a regular presence will add even more depth and connection to the stories we share on Combat Story. Let’s dive in—here’s our conversation with Will Bardenwerpe   Connect with Will Bardenwerper : Website: https://www.willbardenwerper.com/ The Prisoner in His Palace: Saddam Hussein, His American Guards, and What History Leaves Unsaid (https://www.amazon.com/Prisoner-His-P...) Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America (https://www.amazon.com/Homestand-Smal...) Will is a graduate of Princeton University, where he majored in English. His book The Prisoner in His Palace: Saddam Hussein, His American Guards, and What History Leaves Unsaid was published by Scribner in 2017. He has had Op Eds and feature articles published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Harper's, Outside, Newsweek, The Spectator, The Hill, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, The Denver Post, Huffington Post, The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and Task & Purpose. Find Ryan Online: 🎙️ Connect with Ryan & Combat Story: 🔗 Ryan’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/combatstory 🛒 Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/combats 📸 Instagram: @combatstory / combatstory 📘 Facebook: @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial 📖 Learn more about Ryan: https://www.combatstory.com/aboutus 🎵 Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle   Find AJ Online: 🔗 Official website: ajpasciuti.com 📸 Instagram: @ajpasciuti 📕Pre-Order AJ’s Book Darkhorse: Harnessing Hidden Potential in War and Life https://www.amazon.com/Darkhorse-Harn Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Meet the Guest: Will Barden Warper 04:13 Will's Early Life and Education 08:34 The Impact of 9/11 and Decision to Serve 21:01 Joining the Military: Challenges and Training 28:54 The Mental Challenge of Military Training 29:40 Different Standards Across Military Branches 30:44 The Pressure of Military Exams 31:23 AJ Pesi's Story and New Book 32:44 Returning to Ranger School 35:03 Changes in Ranger School Over the Years 42:45 Deployment to Iraq: Initial Impressions 48:35 Challenges in Civil-Military Operations 52:45 The Reality of Combat and Civil Affairs 59:51 The Importance of Non-Kinetic Approaches 01:02:43 Sponsor Message: Protect Your Privacy with Delete Me 01:04:10 Honoring Fallen Comrades: Jason West and Travis Petr 01:08:47 The Impact of Tribal Relationships in Iraq 01:13:20 Writing and Reflecting on Military Experiences 01:16:31 The Story of Guarding Saddam Hussein 01:19:43 Exploring Americana Through Baseball 01:24:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    1 h y 33 min
  7. Inside Trump–Zelensky Meetings: Secret Schedules, Russia’s Next Moves & What It Means for Ukraine!

    19 AGO

    Inside Trump–Zelensky Meetings: Secret Schedules, Russia’s Next Moves & What It Means for Ukraine!

    Get a daily intel brief delivered directly to your email (for free) covering all things Russia, China, Middle East, and more at https://www.restrictedhandling.com/   In this episode of the RH Podcast, former CIA officer 🎖️ Ryan Fugit and multi-time Chief of Station Glenn Corn (34 years at CIA) break down the high-stakes Trump–Zelensky meetings in Washington, DC 🇺🇸 following Putin’s Alaska summit 🇷🇺.  👉 Here’s what you’ll learn: 🔹 Why Putin skipped a key lunch with U.S. Treasury & Commerce officials 🍽️ 🔹 The hidden “carrot & stick” strategy behind Trump’s negotiations 🥕🔨 🔹 What Russia really wants before agreeing to a ceasefire 🚫🕊️ 🔹 Ukraine’s shocking openness to land swaps & the future of Crimea 🗺️ 🔹 How the Russian Orthodox Church is used as a weapon of influence ⛪ 🔹 Whether NATO membership for Ukraine is still possible 🌍 🔹 The threat of “gray zone warfare” ⚔️ (cyber attacks, propaganda & sabotage) 🔹 PLUS: Glenn’s hot takes on spies, Cold War movies 🎬, and what history teaches us about de-escalation 📚 💡 Packed with real intelligence insight you won’t hear in mainstream media. If you want to understand the future of Ukraine, Russia, and global security, this is a must-watch.  👇 Join the conversation in the comments – Do you think Putin will agree to meaningful guarantees, or is this just another stalling tactic?   📌 Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & Introductions 02:00 – Trump–Putin Alaska meeting secrets 🕵️ 06:00 – Security guarantees for Ukraine 🇺🇦 10:00 – Land swaps, ceasefire debates & Zelensky’s position 14:00 – Russia’s use of the Orthodox Church as a weapon 20:00 – China, Taiwan & global security flashpoints 🌏 22:00 – Gray zone warfare explained 28:00 – Cold War movie lessons for today 🎥 31:00 – Final thoughts & what’s next   ⚡ Don’t forget to: 👍 Like this video if you enjoy deep-dive analysis 🔔 Subscribe for more CIA-level insights into global security 📢 Share this episode with friends who follow world events   #Trump #Zelensky #Putin #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraine #Geopolitics #CIA #Podcast #NATO #Security #InternationalRelations

    32 min

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Real combat stories from the military's elite. This podcast highlights the courageous, outrageous, crazy, and surreal experiences veterans recall from their toughest days in the foxhole, cockpit, and front lines. We interview JTACs, Special Operators (Delta), Special Forces, Jet Pilots, Combat Aviators, Infrantrymen, Marines, and vets from over 50 years of combat experience.Interviews touch on the toughest missions these vets faced, how they handled them, their first combat experiences, how they found their way to the military, and how they managed after leaving the combat behind.

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