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. 23h ago

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert: Is America Really Becoming Isolationist?

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, NATO 3.0, U.S. Foreign Policy, Isolationism, Europe, Venezuela, Marco Rubio, Military Analysis Ukraine, NATO, Monroe Doctrine, South America, Geopolitics, National Security, Military Strategy, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines one of the biggest questions in American foreign policy today: Is the United States becoming isolationist—or is it simply changing how it projects power? In this week's SITREP, Brad breaks down three major developments that reveal a broader shift in American strategy. Rather than retreating from the world, the United States appears to be restructuring its role by asking Europe to assume more responsibility for conventional defense, expanding economic influence in Venezuela, and strengthening security partnerships throughout the Western Hemisphere. In this episode: NATO 3.0 and Europe's expanding role in collective defense Why America's military posture in Europe is changing The future of U.S. support for Ukraine The Venezuela energy agreement and its geopolitical implications How strategic resources are becoming instruments of national power The Shield of the Americas initiative Marco Rubio's security partnerships with Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru The Monroe Doctrine's influence on modern U.S. strategy Why leverage—not isolation—may define America's next chapter in global leadership Military strategy is about more than troop numbers. It's about where a nation chooses to invest, which alliances it strengthens, and how it applies economic, diplomatic, and military power to achieve long-term objectives. Brad separates verified facts from public claims, identifies what remains unknown, and explains what to watch as these developments continue to unfold. If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, military strategy, NATO, Ukraine, U.S. foreign policy, geopolitics, and national security, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert. Visit Brad's website: https://www.bradcolbert.us Support the channel on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. #GenerationKill #BradColbert #NATO #MilitaryAnalysis #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #Ukraine #ModernWarfare #CarryOnPodcast

  2. Sep 6

    China's Military Is Falling Apart... Syria Just Changed Forever

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, China Military Purge, Syria, SDF, Niger Coup, Military Analysis, Geopolitics Xi Jinping, ISIS, Russia, Africa, Chain of Command, Modern Warfare, Military Strategy, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines three major military developments that all point to the same underlying problem: command and control. From Syria's integration of the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, to a military mutiny in Niger, to Xi Jinping's continued purge of China's senior military leadership, this SITREP explores how military organizations succeed—or fail—when trust inside the chain of command begins to erode. In this week's SITREP, Brad breaks down the facts behind each story, separates confirmed reporting from speculation, and explains why these events could have long-term consequences for global security, counterterrorism, and the balance of military power. In this episode: • Syria's integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and what it means for the fight against ISIS • Why command integration is more difficult than simply changing uniforms • The military mutiny in Niger and Russia's reported role in stabilizing the junta • Why military cohesion is built on trust—not fear • Xi Jinping's continued military purge and what it says about China's leadership • The difference between command, control, and political loyalty • How military organizations fracture from within • What to watch next in Syria, Niger, and China as these stories continue to develop Military strength isn't measured only by tanks, aircraft, or missiles. It also depends on leadership, trust, logistics, and the ability to execute decisions under pressure. This episode explores why those human factors may be the deciding element in tomorrow's conflicts. If you're interested in Generation Kill, military strategy, modern warfare, China, Syria, Russia, ISIS, Africa, geopolitics, and national security, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert. Visit Brad's website: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. #GenerationKill #BradColbert #China #Syria #MilitaryAnalysis #Geopolitics #ModernWarfare #MilitaryStrategy #CarryOnPodcast

  3. Aug 27

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert: READY FOR WAR? America Just Faced 3 Major Tests

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, U.S. Military, Military Readiness, Ukraine War, Drone Warfare, NATO, Abrams Tanks, Military Analysis 155mm Artillery, General Dynamics, Aircraft Carriers, USS Abraham Lincoln, USS George Washington, Modern Warfare, Geopolitics, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines three stories that reveal a much larger problem facing the United States: readiness. A U.S. armored brigade struggles against experienced Ukrainian drone operators during a major NATO exercise. A $533 million artillery production project delivers zero accepted 155mm projectile bodies. And one of America's aircraft carriers completes an extraordinary deployment while another is diverted from the Pacific to sustain operations in the Middle East. These aren't isolated headlines—they're different symptoms of the same strategic challenge. In this episode: How Ukrainian drone operators overwhelmed U.S. armored formations during a major training exercise Why drones are changing the future of armored warfare The $533 million artillery factory that failed to deliver usable shells What went wrong with America's defense industrial base The USS George Washington relieving the USS Abraham Lincoln after an extended combat deployment Why carrier rotations reveal growing strain on U.S. global commitments The difference between owning military capability and sustaining military readiness What these three stories reveal about the future of American military power Military superiority isn't just about having the world's best equipment—it's about integrating technology, sustaining industrial production, and maintaining global readiness over time. Brad breaks down why these three stories matter and what they tell us about the future of modern warfare. If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, Ukraine, military strategy, drone warfare, U.S. military readiness, geopolitics, and national defense, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. Support the mission: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Visit: https://www.bradcolbert.us #GenerationKill #BradColbert #MilitaryReadiness #Ukraine #DroneWarfare #MilitaryAnalysis #ModernWarfare #NATO #CarryOnPodcast

  4. Aug 13

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert: The Middle East Just Formed a New Military Alliance

    rad Colbert, Generation Kill, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, Middle East, Iran, Houthis, Military Alliance, Geopolitics NATO, Modern Warfare, Missile Defense, North Korea, Russia, Ukraine, Military Analysis, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert breaks down one of the most important geopolitical developments that almost nobody is talking about: a new Saudi Arabia–Turkey–Pakistan defense agreement and what it could mean for the balance of power in the Middle East. Could this become a regional NATO, or is it simply a political statement? Brad explains what the agreement says, what it doesn't say, and why the Houthis may have already tested its credibility. Brad also examines the growing concern over America's missile inventories after recent operations in the Middle East. He explains why wars are won by industrial capacity as much as battlefield success, how missile stockpiles are replenished, and why production speed could become America's biggest strategic vulnerability in a prolonged conflict. Finally, the episode explores North Korea's expanding military cooperation with Russia in Ukraine, what Pyongyang is learning from real combat, and why those battlefield lessons could have lasting consequences far beyond Europe. In this episode: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan's new defense pact Could it become a NATO-style alliance? The Houthi attacks and regional deterrence America's missile production and stockpile challenges Patriot, THAAD, and Tomahawk inventory concerns Why logistics determine who wins wars North Korea's growing role in the Ukraine conflict What Russia gains from North Korean support The future of deterrence in an increasingly unstable world If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, military strategy, geopolitics, Middle East security, Ukraine, Russia, North Korea, and national defense, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and long-form military analysis from Brad Colbert. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. Support the mission: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Visit: https://www.bradcolbert.us #GenerationKill #BradColbert #MiddleEast #SaudiArabia #Turkey #Pakistan #MilitaryAnalysis #Geopolitics #Ukraine #NorthKorea #CarryOnPodcast

  5. Aug 7

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert: Did America Actually Stop Iran?

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Iran, Israel, Middle East, Drone Warfare, Ukraine, Military Analysis, Geopolitics Iran Missiles, Strait of Hormuz, Patriot Missiles, Pentagon, Modern Warfare, U.S. Military, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines one of the biggest questions in modern warfare: if Iran suffered major strikes against its missile infrastructure, how was it still able to launch another wave of attacks just days later? In this week's SITREP, Brad explains the critical difference between damaging a military capability and defeating it. Using newly available reporting, he breaks down Iran's missile recovery, the ongoing diplomatic pause, America's rapidly shrinking interceptor stockpiles, and why the next phase of the conflict may depend more on logistics and politics than bombs alone. In this episode: Why Iran was able to launch missiles after major U.S. strikes The difference between repair, reactivation, reconstitution, and regeneration The latest negotiations involving the Strait of Hormuz America's Patriot and THAAD missile inventory concerns How the Pentagon is funding the Iran campaign Why military logistics—not headlines—determine long-term success The U.S.–Ukraine drone production partnership Why Ukraine's drone industry is years ahead of America's Lessons every military planner should be studying today From missile warfare and defense spending to autonomous drones and industrial capacity, this episode explores the realities of modern conflict beyond the daily headlines. If you're interested in Generation Kill, military strategy, Iran, Ukraine, drone warfare, missile defense, geopolitics, and modern warfare, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. #GenerationKill #BradColbert #Iran #Ukraine #MilitaryAnalysis #DroneWarfare #ModernWarfare #Geopolitics #CarryOnPodcast

  6. Jul 22

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert: Ukraine Just Changed Warfare Forever

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Ukraine War, Robot Warfare, Drone Warfare, Modern Warfare, Military Analysis, Autonomous Weapons Ukraine, Russia, Military Technology, NATO, Robotics, Black Sea, Amphibious Assault, Geopolitics, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines one of the most significant battlefield innovations of the Ukraine war: an unmanned surface vessel deploying an armed ground robot onto Russian-held territory. While the tactical outcome remains unclear, the strategic implications could reshape amphibious warfare and modern military doctrine for decades. In this week's Carry On Podcast SITREP, Brad explores how Ukraine is combining air, sea, and ground robotics into a single combat architecture, why autonomous systems are transforming warfare, and what NATO, Russia, and the United States should be learning from the conflict. He also breaks down Ukraine's evolving strategy in Crimea, the campaign against Russian logistics and energy infrastructure, and what a realistic Ukrainian victory could look like in the years ahead. In this episode: Ukraine's robotic amphibious assault at Kinburn Spit How drones, robotic boats, and ground robots are changing warfare Why communications—not weapons—are the true center of gravity The future of autonomous combat systems Ukraine's campaign against Crimea and Russian logistics Why logistics—not territory—may determine the outcome of the war How NATO should adapt to the next generation of battlefield technology What a realistic Ukrainian victory over Russia might actually look like Lessons military planners around the world should be studying today The future battlefield may not begin with soldiers storming the beach. It may begin with machines. If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, Ukraine, Russia, drone warfare, military technology, Marine Corps doctrine, geopolitics, and national security, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and long-form military analysis from Brad Colbert. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. WATCH NEXT: ▶ Latest SITREP Episodes ▶ Generation Kill Stories & Military Analysis ▶ Brad Colbert AMA Series ▶ Modern Warfare & Geopolitics #GenerationKill #BradColbert #Ukraine #DroneWarfare #RobotWarfare #ModernWarfare #MilitaryAnalysis #Geopolitics #CarryOnPodcast

  7. Jul 13

    Congress Buried This Israel Defense Bill... Here's Why It Matters - SITREP

    Congress, Israel, NDAA 2027, Iran, Trump, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East, Military Analysis, Geopolitics In this week's Carry On Podcast SITREP, Brad "Iceman" Colbert breaks down one of the biggest defense stories almost nobody is talking about. Congress quietly prevented a public vote on the proposed U.S.–Israel Defense Technology Initiative inside the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). What does the legislation actually do? Why was the amendment blocked? And what could it mean for America's military, defense industry, and long-term strategic independence? Brad also examines the rapidly changing situation in the Middle East, including: The latest U.S. and Iran escalation The Strait of Hormuz and global shipping risks The future of Iran's leadership after Khamenei The breakdown of ceasefire negotiations Israel's strategic objectives Why military escalation and diplomacy are colliding The new Kraken unmanned surface vessel and why it matters for future naval warfare This episode delivers a fact-based military and geopolitical analysis without partisan talking points, focusing on strategy, military capability, national security, and global stability. If you enjoy military history, current events, strategic analysis, foreign policy, and modern warfare, subscribe for weekly SITREP updates from former Marine Recon veteran Brad "Iceman" Colbert. Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Visit: https://www.bradcolbert.us Subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings, military analysis, and in-depth discussions on global security. #MilitaryAnalysis #Geopolitics #Iran #Israel #Trump #MiddleEast #NDAA #StraitOfHormuz #BradColbert #CarryOnPodcast

  8. Jul 8

    Generation Kill's Brad Colbert Answers the Toughest Military Questions Yet | AMA Part 3

    Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Marine Recon, Iraq War, Military Leadership, PTSD, Moral Injury, Combat Experience Recon Marines, Marine Corps, Military History, Leadership, Modern Warfare, Special Operations, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert returns for the final installment of this special three-part AMA series, answering some of the most thoughtful and challenging questions submitted by listeners. Drawing on decades of experience as a Marine Recon veteran, Brad shares his perspective on combat, leadership, moral injury, military history, modern warfare, and life beyond the battlefield. In this episode: • Coping with moral injury and life after combat • Leadership lessons from the Marine Corps and Recon Marines • Behind-the-scenes stories from Generation Kill • What happened after the Iraq invasion ended • Why speed often beats armor on the modern battlefield • Humvees, vehicle protection, and military mobility • The books that shaped Brad's military philosophy, including On War, The Art of War, and Meditations • Recon training, endurance, and mental toughness • Military history, Hollywood, and the movies that got it right—and wrong • Rules of engagement, lawful orders, and combat ethics • Questions about motorcycles, aviation, gaming, military technology, and much more From moral injury and battlefield leadership to military history, reconnaissance, combat vehicles, and the future of warfare, this AMA covers the questions that service members, veterans, and military enthusiasts ask most. If you're interested in Generation Kill, Marine Corps history, Recon Marines, military leadership, modern warfare, combat ethics, Iraq War history, and geopolitical analysis, subscribe for weekly SITREP episodes, AMAs, and long-form conversations with veterans, military leaders, and subject matter experts. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. WATCH NEXT: ▶ Latest SITREP Episodes ▶ Generation Kill Stories & Behind the Scenes ▶ Brad Colbert AMA Playlist ▶ Military Leadership & Modern Warfare Discussions #GenerationKill #BradColbert #MarineCorps #ReconMarines #MilitaryLeadership #MilitaryHistory #ModernWarfare #Combat #CarryOnPodcast #AMA

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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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