The Protectors® Podcast
The Protectors® Podcast is where powerful stories ignite purpose. Hosted by Jason Piccolo—a retired federal agent, former U.S. Army Infantry Captain (Iraq 2006), and author—the show explores the human side of courage, resilience, and leadership.
More than a podcast about service, it’s a platform for storytelling that empowers. Each episode highlights personal journeys of adversity, sacrifice, redemption, and triumph—revealing the mindset, discipline, and heart behind extraordinary lives. From frontline professionals to bestselling authors and acclaimed actors, the conversations uncover how real experiences inspire the stories that move us—and how storytelling itself becomes a force for strength and transformation.
Past guests include Sean Patrick Flanery, Andrews & Wilson, Mark Greaney, Stephen Hunter, Remi Adeleke, Florent Groberg, Clint Emerson, and Travis Mills—voices that inspire listeners to lead with courage, live with purpose, and tell their own stories boldly.
The Protectors® Podcast
#174 | Ron Holmes | Ryker USA
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Ron Holmes, of Ryker USA, joined us to talk about the concept of the Ryker Grip and bringing it from concept to patent to production. Kelsey Desantis, co-host, also discusses Women’ s Tactical Alliance & Collaboration (WOTAC).
About the Ryker Grip: The Ryker Grip™ was conceived by retired United States Marine Corps Master Sergeant Ron Holmes who served a 20-year career in Marine Force Recon and Marine Special Operations Command. Ron’s concept for the Ryker Grip™ was originally to enable people with shoulder injuries to continue to shoot effectively by optimizing and enhancing shooting ergonomics. He, along with two other veterans, formed Ryker USA, Inc. to bring the Innovation to market.
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