Carry On Podcast with Brad Colbert

Brad Colbert
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Carry On is more than a podcast — it’s a mission. Hosted by retired U.S. Marine Master Seargant Brad Colbert (yes, that Brad from Generation Kill), this show dives headfirst into the topics most people tiptoe around: combat, trauma, resilience, whiskey, firearms, freedom, and what it really means to be a man in a world that keeps changing. Whether you’re a veteran, a patriot, a misfit, or just someone searching for honest conversations, you belong here.

  1. 1D AGO

    Carry On Podcast - Iran and the U.S.: A Game of Strategy - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert   In this week’s Carry On Podcast – SITREP (February 19th), Brad “Iceman” Colbert breaks down the rapidly tightening global escalation ladder. • Two U.S. carrier groups positioned near Iran • Strait of Hormuz disruptions and IRGC signaling • Missile deployments to the Philippines • Arctic NATO deterrence operations • Militarized sanctions in SOUTHCOM • Directed-energy systems deployed near El Paso • Iran’s nuclear negotiation strategy via Oman • What a limited U.S.–Iran strike campaign would actually look like • The attempted assassination of Russia’s GRU deputy chief • A deep dive into Russia’s long history of state assassinations Brad walks through the tripwires that could trigger conflict — nuclear breakout, mass casualties, Hormuz closure, or an Israeli preemptive strike — and explains why most modern wars begin not with declarations… but with escalation cycles. This is not hype. This is posture, power projection, deterrence, and consequences. If you want clear-eyed analysis on geopolitics, military strategy, assassination campaigns, and emerging global flashpoints — you’re in the right place. Subscribe for weekly SITREPs. Comment your assessment: Do these talks de-escalate… or is this heading toward limited strikes? Stay frosty.

    1h 29m

  2. 4D AGO

    Two U.S. Carriers Near Iran, Drone Wars at the Border, and China’s GPS Breakthrough - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert   In this week’s SITREP, Brad “Iceman” Colbert takes you once around the world as tensions rise across multiple theaters. Two U.S. carrier strike groups move within range of Iran. Airspace over El Paso is abruptly shut down amid cartel drone concerns. Raytheon unveils a next-generation counter-drone system capable of defeating swarms without firing a shot. And in a development that could reshape modern warfare, China launches its fully operational BeiDou global positioning system—challenging U.S. GPS dominance in space. From CENTCOM to INDOPACOM, from border security to satellite warfare, this episode breaks down what these moves really mean for U.S. military posture, homeland defense, and the future battlefield. No hype. No noise. Just strategic context. Topics covered: U.S. carrier deployments near Iran El Paso airspace shutdown & cartel drone threats Raytheon’s Coyote Block 3 counter-UAS system China’s BeiDou satellite network vs U.S. GPS NATO artillery exercises & global force posture Starlink’s role in contested environments If you care about geopolitics, military strategy, drone warfare, space dominance, and national security — this SITREP is for you.

    1h 12m

  3. FEB 6

    Iran Escalates at Sea, China Cleans House — What Comes Next? - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert In this SITREP episode of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert breaks down a volatile week in global security. From Iran’s missile signaling, drone activity, and maritime harassment in the Strait of Hormuz to high-stakes U.S.–Iran nuclear talks in Oman, this episode explains what’s real, what’s leverage, and what could spiral fast. Brad also analyzes China’s sudden purge of senior PLA generals, what it means for loyalty, corruption, and Taiwan timelines, plus U.S. deterrence efforts across CENTCOM, Europe, Africa, and the Indo-Pacific. Expect clear military context, historical comparisons, and strategic insight that cuts through headlines and political noise. If you follow geopolitics, military strategy, Iran nuclear negotiations, China–Taiwan tensions, or modern warfare, this SITREP is essential listening. Topics include: Iran nuclear talks, Strait of Hormuz shipping risks, IRGC maritime harassment, missile deterrence, U.S. carrier operations, China PLA purges, Taiwan invasion timelines, great-power competition, and global military strategy.

    1h 25m

  4. JAN 30

    Iran Regime Change, Sanctions Evasion & U.S. Enforcement Tensions - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert In this SITREP edition of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a sharp, strategic breakdown of the world’s most volatile pressure points. This episode dives deep into Iran’s potential regime-change pathways, U.S. carrier group deterrence, nuclear risk scenarios, and the expanding role of sanctions against the IRGC. Brad also exposes allegations of U.S. tech being funneled to Russia in violation of export controls, breaks down how sanctions evasion actually works, and analyzes the ethical and legal fallout. The episode closes with a hard look at domestic enforcement tensions in Minnesota, DHS operations, use-of-force controversies, and the collision between immigration enforcement and Second Amendment rights. Clear-eyed, unscripted, and grounded in real-world military and geopolitical experience — this SITREP cuts through noise and headlines to explain what matters next.

    1h 50m

  5. JAN 23

    Iran, Syria & the Next Phase of Global Conflict - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert   In this SITREP episode of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a comprehensive, no-nonsense breakdown of rapidly unfolding global military and geopolitical events. This episode dives deep into Iran’s escalating internal unrest and regime pressure, U.S. military deterrence posture, carrier group movements, cyber and kinetic strike options, and the real-world consequences of potential conflict in the Middle East. Brad also unpacks the shifting situation in Syria, including ISIS detainees, U.S. policy reversals, Kurdish SDF integration, Turkey’s role, Israeli airstrikes, and the moral cost of abandoning battlefield partners. From Space Force expansion and freedom of navigation operations near Taiwan to energy markets, sanctions, and global deterrence, this SITREP connects strategy, history, and hard realities without political spin. If you care about military strategy, national security, modern warfare, geopolitics, and what actually happens behind the headlines, this episode is required listening.

    1h 29m

  6. JAN 12

    Iran's Protests - A Turning Point for Regime Change - SITREP - Carry On Podcast

    Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert   In this special SITREP edition of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a deep, no-spin analysis of the escalating protests in Iran and the real possibility of regime collapse. This episode breaks down the role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iran’s shadow economy, oil revenue, cyber warfare, and how U.S. military pressure could intersect with internal unrest.   xpect a clear-eyed look at what could trigger regime change, what could go catastrophically wrong, and how Iran, China, Russia, Israel, and global energy markets would respond. This episode is a strategic thought experiment grounded in military doctrine, geopolitics, and real-world consequences — not cable-news speculation.   Topics include: Iran protests, IRGC power structure, regime change scenarios, U.S. military strategy, oil markets, cyber warfare, China & Russia reactions, Middle East stability, and humanitarian intervention.

    1h 8m

  7. JAN 9

    Carry On Podcast - SITREP - Unpacking Global Military Operations

    In this SITREP episode of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a no-nonsense breakdown of one of the most volatile global security weeks in recent memory. From Venezuela and Iran to Ukraine, Greenland, Cyber Command, and great-power competition with China and Russia, this episode cuts through headlines to explain what actually happened, why it matters, and what comes next. Expect clear military context, strategic analysis, and unfiltered commentary on modern warfare, cyber operations, deterrence, U.S. force posture, and second-order geopolitical consequences. If you care about national security, global conflict, military strategy, and real-world implications beyond cable news talking points, this SITREP is for you. Topics include: Venezuela operations, Iran protests, Ukraine and NATO, Cyber Command, Space Force, China & Russia, U.S. military strategy, and global deterrence.   Help Support the Show and Check Out More Exclusive Content on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/bradicemancolbert

    1h 47m

  8. JAN 2

    Carry On Podcast - SITREP - Surge of Protests in Iran - A Deep Dive | Insights on China vs. Taiwan

    In this SITREP episode, Brad “Iceman” Colbert reflects on the major global developments shaping the last month, focusing on growing economic-driven protests in Iran and rising military posturing by China around Taiwan. Brad breaks down what these events reveal about shifting power dynamics, internal pressure on authoritarian systems, and the growing risk of escalation in key regions of the world. With a veteran’s perspective, he examines how unrest, deterrence, and strategic signaling intersect — and what these trends could mean for global stability moving forward. This episode looks beyond headlines to explore how economic strain, military posture, and political pressure collide, shaping the future of conflict and diplomacy. No spin. No noise. Just clear analysis on war, geopolitics, leadership, and the realities of a changing world.

    1h 17m
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Carry On is more than a podcast — it’s a mission. Hosted by retired U.S. Marine Master Seargant Brad Colbert (yes, that Brad from Generation Kill), this show dives headfirst into the topics most people tiptoe around: combat, trauma, resilience, whiskey, firearms, freedom, and what it really means to be a man in a world that keeps changing. Whether you’re a veteran, a patriot, a misfit, or just someone searching for honest conversations, you belong here.

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