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In this special collection of Danger Close episodes, Jack sits down with Atria Books Deputy Director of Publicity, David Brown, and IRONCLAD Director of Original Content, Jesse Carey, to break down each novel in his bestselling Terminal List series.  The latest installment in the series, ONLY THE DEAD, releases this week. In each episode of this spotlight series, Jack, David, and Jesse give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the James Reece saga, providing plot overviews and summaries of each of the books leading up to ONLY THE DEAD to let fans catch back up on the story. (Warning: These episodes contain spoilers.) In this episode, they discuss book 3, SAVAGE SON. From the publisher:  A traitorous CIA officer has found refuge with the Russian Mafia with designs on ensuring a certain former Navy SEAL sniper is put in the ground.  Half a world away, James Reece is recovering from brain surgery in the Montana wilderness of his youth, learning to live again, putting his life back together with the help of investigative journalist Katie Buranek and his longtime friend and SEAL teammate Raife Hastings.  For reasons both personal and professional, the Russian intelligence-mafia consortium has their sights set on removing a player from the board before he can return to the battlefield, targeting Reece on U.S. soil.  With an unknown entity inside the U.S. government compromised by Russian intelligence, Reece is forced to recruit a team of former commandos to bring his unique brand of vengeance to the Russian Mafia on their home turf, turning the hunters into the hunted.  Operating at the nexus of an evolving hybrid form of warfare involving terrorist organizations, drug cartels, human trafficking syndicates, cyber technologies, and organized crime, James Reece stands head and shoulders above the fray as the go-to covert operative in a new war.  Applying the experience and emotions from real-world combat to the pages of the political thriller, Jack Carr once again brings readers on a behind the scenes journey into the mind of a modern-day special operations soldier, dispensing an ancient form of justice in today’s modern geopolitical landscape.  Jack Carr elevates the genre to new heights in his most visceral novel to date exploring the dark side of man through the eyes of a warrior who has seen both the depravity of conflict and the strength of the human spirit, cementing his position as the new leader in political thrillers!  Deeply personal and intoxicating, Savage Son illuminates the darkest instincts of the human consciousness and will keep you glued to the page until that last bullet finds its mark. Purchase Savage Son Purchase Only the Dead SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Spartan Forge: Get 30% off if you sign up with code “dangerclose” at https://spartanforge.ai/ (the highest discount they have ever offered!) It’s perfect to get started on summer scouting

In this special collection of Danger Close episodes, Jack sits down with Atria Books Deputy Director of Publicity, David Brown, and IRONCLAD Director of Original Content, Jesse Carey, to break down each novel in his bestselling Terminal List series.  The latest installment in the series, ONLY THE DEAD, releases this week. In each episode of this spotlight series, Jack, David, and Jesse give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the James Reece saga, providing plot overviews and summaries of each of the books leading up to ONLY THE DEAD to let fans catch back up on the story. (Warning: These episodes contain spoilers.) In this episode, they discuss book 2, TRUE BELIEVER. From the publisher:  When a bomb goes off during a holiday fair in London, the body count is horrific and the nation’s market goes into a tailspin. This, it turns out, is just the beginning of a series of coordinated and murderous attacks against the whole of the Western world. As the scope of the mayhem grows ever wider, pulling in country after country, the United States goes on the offensive. Who is pulling the strings? What is their motive? And most important of all, how can the attacks be stopped before bloodshed and economic freefall bring America and her allies to their knees?  There is just one man who stands a chance of answering these questions. Former Navy SEAL James Reece is the only and crucial connection to a shadowy former Iraqi commando who could provide leads the CIA desperately needs. Reece might be America’s last hope. Unfortunately, he is also America’s most-wanted domestic terrorist. To rein him in, a bargain is struck and Reece becomes the reluctant tool of the United States government, traveling the globe to target terrorist lead- ers and unraveling a geopolitical conspiracy involving a traitorous CIA officer and a sinister assassination plot with worldwide repercussions. There is always another true believer out there willing to kill for his cause. James Reece will be there to stop him. A high-intensity roller-coaster ride, True Believer explodes with action and authenticity that cements Jack Carr as the new leader in political thrillers. Purchase True Believer  Purchase Only the Dead SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Spartan Forge: Get 30% off if you sign up with code “dangerclose” at https://spartanforge.ai/ (the highest discount they have ever offered!) It’s perfect to get started on summer scouting

In this special collection of Danger Close episodes, Jack sits down with Atria Books Deputy Director of Publicity, David Brown, and IRONCLAD Director of Original Content, Jesse Carey, to break down each novel in his bestselling Terminal List series.  The latest installment in the series, ONLY THE DEAD, releases this week. In each episode of this spotlight series, Jack, David, and Jesse give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the James Reece saga, providing plot overviews and summaries of each of the books leading up to ONLY THE DEAD to let fans catch back up on the story. (Warning: These episodes contain spoilers.) In this episode, they discuss book 1, THE TERMINAL LIST. From the publisher:  A Navy SEAL has nothing left to live for and everything to kill for after he discovers that the American government is behind the deaths of his team in this ripped-from-the-headlines political thriller.  On his last combat deployment, Lieutenant Commander James Reece’s entire team was killed in a catastrophic ambush that also claimed the lives of the aircrew sent in to rescue them. But when those dearest to him are murdered on the day of his homecoming, Reece discovers that this was not an act of war by a foreign enemy but a conspiracy that runs to the highest levels of government.  Now, with no family and free from the military’s command structure, Reece applies the lessons that he’s learned in over a decade of constant warfare toward avenging the deaths of his family and teammates. With breathless pacing and relentless suspense, Reece ruthlessly targets his enemies in the upper echelons of power without regard for the laws of combat or the rule of law. Purchase The Terminal List Purchase Only the Dead SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Spartan Forge: Get 30% off if you sign up with code “dangerclose” at https://spartanforge.ai/ (the highest discount they have ever offered!) It’s perfect to get started on summer scouting

Today’s guest is a writer, tactical advisor, and retired U.S. Army Ranger.  Jariko Denman enlisted in the United States Army in 1997. Shortly after, he began the selection process for the 75th Ranger Regiment and was assigned to the 2nd Ranger Battalion. From 2002-2012, Jariko made 15 combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as a Weapons Squad Leader, Rifle Platoon Sergeant, and Ranger Company First Sergeant. He retired from active duty in 2017. Since leaving the military, Jariko has worked as a tactical advisor on national ad campaigns, television programs, and several Hollywood films including The Outpost and Mile 22. He has also worked as a freelance journalist. Today, Jariko is a contributing writer and content producer for Coffee or Die Magazine and Black Rifle Coffee Company. You can learn more about Jariko by following him on Instagram @laidbackberserker You can check out his work at coffeeordie.com/jariko-denman. SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Badass work bench SIG P322 Rise Armament 1121XR Forged T-Shirts 

As the release date for Only the Dead quickly approaches, Danger Close listeners get a special early listen to the prologue and first two chapters, read by Ray Porter. You can pre-order the audiobook now. About Only the Dead: In 1980, a freshman congressman was gunned down in Rhode Island, sending shockwaves through Washington that are still reverberating over four decades later. Now, with the world on the brink of war and a weakened United States facing rampant inflation, political division, and shocking assassinations, a secret cabal of global elites is ready to assume control. And with the world’s most dangerous man locked in solitary confinement, the conspirators believe the final obstacle to complete domination has been eliminated. They’re wrong. From the firms of Wall Street to the corridors of power in Washington, DC, and Moscow, secrets from the past have the uncanny ability to rise to the surface in the present. With the odds stacked against him, James Reece is on a mission generations in the making. Unfortunately for his enemies, the former SEAL is not concerned with odds. He is on the warpath. And when James Reece picks up his tomahawk and sniper rifle, no one is out of range. Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from ONLY THE DEAD by Jack Carr, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2023 by Jack Carr, LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel: https://shop.officialjackcarr.com/ Protekt: Visit https://protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Danger Close is an IRONCLAD original.

On today’s episode, Jack is joined by U.S. Army veterans and authors Don Bentley and Alan Mack.   Don spent 10 years as an Apache Helicopter Pilot for the U.S. Army. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with valor for actions in Afghanistan. He is the creator of the Matt Drake thriller series, which includes Hostile Intent,  The Outside Man, and Without Sanction. He is also the author of the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan Jr. novels  Zero Hour, Target Acquired, and Flash Point. The newest addition to the Matt Drake series, Forgotten War, is out now.  CW5 Alan Mack is a Master Aviator who has logged more than 6,700 hours of flight; over 3,200 of those hours were flown with night vision goggles. For his actions in Desert Storm, Afghanistan, and Iraq he was awarded the Legion of Merit, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, three Bronze Star Medals, 10 Air Medals; one with Valor device, Combat Action Badge, and the Army Broken Wing award Alan is the author of the book Razor 03: A Night Stalker’s Wars. The book chronicles Alan’s experiences in Army Aviation and as a team lead in the opening months of the war in Afghanistan.   You can learn more about Don at donbentleybooks.com. To learn more about Alan, you can visit alancmack.com.  Be sure to follow both of them on Twitter @bentleydonb and @alancmack2015  SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Westley Richards Bag  Achter Knives Red Clover Coffee Official Jack Carr Merchandise Only the Dead - Pre Order now

Today’s guest is Geraint Jones. Geraint is an author and Welsh military combat veteran. He completed three combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, earning the General Officer Commanding's Award for Gallantry. Following his service in the Middle East, he was selected for the Reconnaissance Platoon. After the military, Geraint protected commercial shipping against Somalian and Nigerian-based piracy. Geraint is also the New York Times bestselling author of the Blood Forest series, The Raven and the Eagle series, Sugarman, Lost in the Fire, and Brothers in Arms. His latest book, Escape from Kabul, is out now. His podcast, Veteran State of Mind, is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  You can follow him on Instagram @grjbooks SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG ⁠here⁠. Featured Gear: Badass Work Bench  Vertx backpack  James Yeager: The Four Pillars of Fighting Black Rifle Coffee Company Sticker Club Official Jack Carr Whiskey Glasses Forged T-Shirts  SIG SAUER Concierge Service Danger Close is an IRONCLAD Original.

Today’s guest is award-winning actor, director, and New York Times bestselling author, Gary Sinise. A generation of moviegoers remember Gary’s portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in Forrest Gump, a performance that garnered Best Supporting Actor nominations from the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild, and the Academy Awards.  He was also recognized with the Commander’s Award from the Disabled American Veterans foundation for the role.  He has appeared in numerous films including Apollo 13, Snake Eyes, Ransom, Imposter, The Green Mile, Mission to Mars, and The Human Stain. On television, Gary starred as Jack Garrett on Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders and Detective “Mac” Taylor on CSI: New York.  More recently, he played Dr. Robert Ellman on Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why. In 2017, Gary received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Throughout his career, Gary has been an advocate for America’s service members.  He currently serves on the President’s Advisory Group for the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, the Community Council for Hope for Warriors, and as an honorary board member for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).  He is also the founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, which seeks to give back to America’s defenders, veterans, and first responders.  In 2003, Gary founded the “Lt. Dan Band,” a 13-piece cover band that plays concerts benefiting military charities. Gary has won several awards in recognition of his work with servicemembers, veterans, and their families, including the Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment, the Patriot Award, the Spirit of the USO Award, and the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.  In 2008, he received the Presidential Citizens Medal, the second-highest civilian honor award for service to the nation.   His autobiography, Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service, chronicles Gary discovering his calling to make sure America’s defenders are never forgotten.  You can learn more about Gary at www.garysinise.com on Instagram @garysiniseofficial SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here.  Hooten Young  Protekt Rest HANG6 300 MPR Rifle Christensen Arms 

Today’s guest is legendary SAS operator Rusty Firmin. Rusty Firmin served in the British Army for 27 years, most of them at the highest levels of special operations.  Famously known as “the man with no gloves,” Rusty served as the SAS Blue Team lead during the 1980 Iranian Embassy Siege in London that resulted in the rescue of 19 hostages.  Rusty recounts his experiences in the SAS in his books, Go! Go! Go! The SAS. The Iranian Embassy Siege. The True Story. and The Regiment: 15 Years in the SAS. Go! Go! Go! was the inspiration behind the major motion picture, 6 Days, starring Jamie Bell, Mark Strong, and Abbie Cornish.  Following his time in the SAS, Rusty transferred his skills to the private security industry consulting for diamond mines in West Africa, global news organizations, corporations, actors, Olympic teams, and foreign dignitaries.  You can learn more about Rusty at rusty-firmin.com and by following him on Twitter @RustyFirmin SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Magpul: Use code DANGERCLOSE at Magpul.com to receive $10 off your order of $100 or more. Offer valid only at Magpul.com, enter code in your cart or look for the "Apply Discount Code" link in checkout, cannot be combined with other offers: Use code DANGERCLOSE at Magpul.com to receive $10 off your order of $100 or more. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Hooten Young Cigars  Skippers Custom Leather Dead Shot Tacticalories  Black Rifle Coffee Company Sticker Club Official Jack Carr Merchandise  Ben Garwood: Ground Hammer Danger Close is an IRONCLAD Original.

Today’s guest is award-winning author Larry Loftis. In addition to being a two-time Florida Books Awards winner, Larry is also the New York Times bestselling author of The Princess Spy: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones, Code Name: Lise: The True Story of the Spy Who Became WWII’s Most Highly Decorated Woman, and Into the Lion’s Mouth: The True Story of Dusko Popov: World War II Spy, Patriot, and the Real-Life Inspiration for James Bond.  His fourth book, The Watchmaker’s Daughter: The True Story of World War II Heroine Corrie ten Boom, is available now.  Before becoming a full-time author, Larry was an AV-rated lawyer. He has published scholarly articles in the National Law Journal, Florida Bar Journal, and Florida Banking. You can learn more about Larry by visiting larryloftis.com and following him on Instagram @larryloftis SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here.