The Team House

A weekly livestream/podcast hosted by Jack (former Ranger/Special Forces) and Dave (former Ranger/Paramilitary contractor) interviewing Special Operations and intelligence community professionals about their service. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

  1. Understanding Africa's Geopolitical Landscape | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    1D AGO

    Understanding Africa's Geopolitical Landscape | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    In this episode of Eyes on Geopolitics, Dee and Jason engage with Ladd Serwat, an expert on African geopolitics, to discuss the complex dynamics of conflict and foreign influence across the continent. The conversation covers recent US airstrikes in Nigeria, the ongoing struggles against Boko Haram and the Islamic State, and the implications of foreign powers like Russia and China in the region. Lad provides insights into the military operations in Nigeria, the contentious relationship between insurgent groups, and the challenges faced by local governments. The discussion also touches on the political repression in Uganda, the situation in Sudan, and the evolving role of Gulf states in African geopolitics, highlighting the need for accurate media coverage of these critical issues. Find Ladd here:⬇️ https://acleddata.com/staff/ladd-serwat https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ladd-serwat-57a63b83 Support the show on Patreon:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Subscribe to our new newsletter!!!! https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/join New merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️ https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.com Check out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong  Find Mick Mulroy here:  Fogbow ⬇️ https://fogbow.com/ Lobo Institute ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/ Twitter ⬇️ https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCA LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/ Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.social Mick’s publications ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/ Find Andy Milburn here:  Twitter ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8 LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023 Substack ⬇️ https://amilburn.substack.com/ Andy’s book ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-Operations Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.social Find Jason Lyons here:  LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?u Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 Start 00:57 US Airstrikes and Religious Violence in Nigeria 06:21 Nigeria's Military Commitment Against Insurgents 08:43 The Relationship Between Boko Haram and Islamic State 10:08 Challenges in Nigerian Military Operations 12:14 Foreign Influence in Africa: China and Russia 15:13 Western European Powers and Their Role in Africa 22:57 Gulf States' Influence in Africa 26:30 Overview of the Sudan Conflict 30:50 Understanding the Rapid Support Forces vs. Sudanese Armed Forces 33:59 Current Situation in Western Africa 37:15 Researching Conflicts: Ground-Level Insights 39:17 Political Repression in Uganda 41:25 Regional Conflicts and the Great Lakes 44:00 Media Coverage of African Conflicts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

    51 min
  2. Minnesota, Davos, & Iran Build Up | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    3D AGO

    Minnesota, Davos, & Iran Build Up | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent incident in Minnesota involving ICE agents and its potential geopolitical ramifications. They explore the implications of U.S. domestic issues on international relations, particularly in the context of NATO and military strategies. The conversation shifts to the World Economic Forum and the U.S. stance on global alliances, followed by a detailed analysis of military movements towards Iran and the National Defense Strategy. The hosts emphasize the importance of maintaining strong international relationships while addressing domestic challenges. Montana Security Conference ⬇️ https://mi1.suitsandspooks.com/ Support the show on Patreon:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Subscribe to our new newsletter!!!! https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/join New merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️ https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.com Check out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong  Find Mick Mulroy here:  Fogbow ⬇️ https://fogbow.com/ Lobo Institute ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/ Twitter ⬇️ https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCA LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/ Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.social Mick’s publications ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/ Find Andy Milburn here:  Twitter ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8 LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023 Substack ⬇️ https://amilburn.substack.com/ Andy’s book ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-Operations Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.social Find Jason Lyons here:  LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?u Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 The Minnesota Incident and Its Geopolitical Implications 10:01 World Economic Forum Highlights and NATO Relations 19:57 Military Movements and Potential Actions Against Iran 30:05 National Defense Strategy and Future Military Engagements Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

    46 min
  3. 5th Special Forces Group in Iraq | Rob Leach | Ep. 393

    5D AGO

    5th Special Forces Group in Iraq | Rob Leach | Ep. 393

    Robert Leach is a former 5th Special Forces Group Green Beret and the author of the military-inspired novel Wretched Descent. He retired from the Army in 2023 and now works in military innovation with CMI2, supporting soldier-driven rapid prototyping (maker spaces, 3D printing/CNC, and drone development) through the Army Research Lab’s Catalyst Pathfinder program. Get Robert's book "Wretched Descent" here: https://a.co/d/5O6GFa8 Today's Sponsors: Blue Chew ⬇️ https://bluechew.com/ Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code "HOUSECALL" Miracle Made Sheets ⬇️ Go to https://TryMiracle.com/HOUSE to try Miracle Made sheets today. You’ll save over 40%, and when you use promo code HOUSE, you’ll get an extra 20% off plus a FREE 3-piece towel set. GhostBed⬇️ https://www.ghostbed.com/house FOR 25% off!  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON!  https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouse To help support the show and for all bonus content including: -live shows and asking guest questions  -ad free audio and video -early access to shows -Access to ALL bonus segments with our guests Subscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Support the show here:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse ___________________________________________________ Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured __________________________________ Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/ —————————————————————— Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️ https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouse Social Media: ⬇️ The Team House Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_link The Team House Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePod Jack’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_link Jack’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21 Dave’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21 Team House Discord: ⬇️ https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6 SubReddit: ⬇️ https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/ Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️  https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241 The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️  https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/ Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 Start  01:21 Growing Up and Joining the Army 02:20 First Deployment to Iraq 08:05 The Surge and Second Deployment 11:33 Selection and the Q Course 19:13 Joining the Fifth Special Forces Group 21:19 Operation New Dawn and Its Challenges 28:01 The Challenges of Military Operations 36:13 Experiences in Jordan and Regional Dynamics 42:26 Life in the UAE: A Different Perspective 45:01 Transitioning from Combat to Planning 01:02:16 Imagining Future Conflicts 01:09:33 Character Dynamics in Special Forces 01:10:20 Geopolitical Tensions and Technological Advancements 01:15:27 The Challenge of Information Assurance 01:25:29 Countering Drone Technology 01:27:21 Reception and Future of Wretched Descent Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

    1h 42m
  4. Iranian Regime Cracks Down & The Greenland Saga | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    JAN 19

    Iranian Regime Cracks Down & The Greenland Saga | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    In this episode of 'Eyes on Geopolitics,' hosts Dee and Mick Mulroy discuss a range of pressing global issues, starting with the upcoming Montana Intelligence Summit, which aims to bring together experts in national security. The conversation quickly shifts to the ongoing protests in Iran, where Mick highlights the economic factors driving unrest and the potential for regime change. He emphasizes the importance of U.S. support for the Iranian people while cautioning against military intervention, which could lead to worse outcomes. The discussion then transitions to the geopolitical implications of U.S. tariffs on NATO allies and the controversial idea of purchasing Greenland, with both hosts expressing strong disapproval of the latter. They conclude by addressing the situation in Venezuela, advocating for democratic elections and the importance of U.S. influence in the region. U.S. Elite Medical Services ⬇️ https://uselitemedicalservices.com/ use the code "team20" for 20% off Montana Security Conference ⬇️ https://mi1.suitsandspooks.com/ Support the show on Patreon:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Subscribe to our new newsletter!!!! https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/join New merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️ https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.com Check out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong  Find Mick Mulroy here:  Fogbow ⬇️ https://fogbow.com/ Lobo Institute ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/ Twitter ⬇️ https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCA LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/ Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.social Mick’s publications ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/ Find Andy Milburn here:  Twitter ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8 LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023 Substack ⬇️ https://amilburn.substack.com/ Andy’s book ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-Operations Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.social Find Jason Lyons here:  LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?u Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 Start 05:02 Iran Protests and U.S. Response 23:38 The Greenland Controversy 42:18 Venezuela's Political Landscape Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

    1h 2m
  5. How Military Justice Screws People Over | Bethany McDonough | Ep. 392

    JAN 17

    How Military Justice Screws People Over | Bethany McDonough | Ep. 392

    In this candid conversation, Bethany McDonough shares her harrowing experience as a former military officer who faced sexual assault and the subsequent challenges within the military justice system. She discusses her journey from enlisting in the military to reporting the assault, navigating the complexities of the SHARP program, and the political pressures that influenced the investigation and prosecution of her case. Bethany emphasizes the importance of advocacy for victims and offers advice to young women considering military service, highlighting the need for systemic change within the military culture. Today's Sponsors: GhostBed⬇️ https://www.ghostbed.com/house FOR 10% off!  PIA VPN ⬇️ https://piavpn.com/TeamHouse For 83% off plus 4 months free! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON!  https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouse To help support the show and for all bonus content including: -live shows and asking guest questions  -ad free audio and video -early access to shows -Access to ALL bonus segments with our guests Subscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Support the show here:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse ___________________________________________________ Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured __________________________________ Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/ —————————————————————— Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️ https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouse Social Media: ⬇️ The Team House Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_link The Team House Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePod Jack’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_link Jack’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21 Dave’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21 Team House Discord: ⬇️ https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6 SubReddit: ⬇️ https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/ Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️  https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241 The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️  https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/ Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 Start 03:09 Bethany's Military Journey 05:49 The Incident: A Date Gone Wrong 08:28 Reporting the Assault 11:33 Navigating the Military Justice System 14:45 The Role of the SHARP Program 17:27 The Preliminary Hearing 20:16 The Aftermath and Dismissal of Charges 26:24 The Open Door Meeting 29:20 Confronting the System 32:19 The Search for Other Victims 47:47 The Struggle for Justice: Filing Complaints 50:34 Investigative Challenges: The IG Complaint Process 54:49 The Court Martial Journey: Pursuing Accountability 01:05:03 Dismissed Cases: The System's Failures 01:11:04 The Role of Advocacy: Seeking Change 01:26:15 Advice for Future Service Members: A Cautionary Tale Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

    1h 42m
  6. WTF is Going Down with the Iranian Protests? | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    JAN 12

    WTF is Going Down with the Iranian Protests? | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    In this episode, the discussion revolves around the ongoing protests in Iran, the regime's response, and the implications for U.S. foreign policy. The conversation highlights the mechanisms of control employed by the Iranian regime, the role of the IRGC, and the potential outcomes of regime change. Additionally, the episode delves into the geopolitical implications of oil control in Venezuela and the U.S.'s approach to NATO and Greenland, raising questions about the future of international relations and U.S. foreign policy. Jon's books:⬇️ Iran's Shadow Weapons: Covert Action, Intelligence Operations and Unconventional Warfare https://a.co/d/3CulLSG Theory of Irregular War https://a.co/d/dvSYCGn Support the show on Patreon:⬇️ https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse Subscribe to our new newsletter!!!! https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/join New merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️ https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.com Check out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong  Find Mick Mulroy here:  Fogbow ⬇️ https://fogbow.com/ Lobo Institute ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/ Twitter ⬇️ https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCA LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/ Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.social Mick’s publications ⬇️ https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/ Find Andy Milburn here:  Twitter ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8 LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023 Substack ⬇️ https://amilburn.substack.com/ Andy’s book ⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-Operations Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.social Find Jason Lyons here:  LinkedIn ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?u Bluesky ⬇️ https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social "Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio" 00:00 IStart 03:05 The Role of the Regime and Military Options 05:53 Internet Control and Communication Strategies 09:12 Economic Mechanisms of Regime Control 11:43 Potential Outcomes of Regime Change 14:53 The Impact of Foreign Influence and Historical Context 17:46 The Current State of the IRGC and Quds Force 20:47 The Situation in Venezuela and Oil Economics 32:35 International Implications of Oil Control 34:41 U.S. Foreign Policy and Imperialism 39:03 The Role of Collectivos in Venezuela 41:18 Greenland: A Strategic Dilemma 44:52 NATO's Future and U.S. Relations 52:01 The Consequences of U.S. Actions 55:39 Insights from Jonathan's Book Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

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A weekly livestream/podcast hosted by Jack (former Ranger/Special Forces) and Dave (former Ranger/Paramilitary contractor) interviewing Special Operations and intelligence community professionals about their service. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.

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