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
#178 | Bobby Bushcraft | Photographer | Former LEO
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Bobby Bushcraft joined The Protectors to talk about transition from the military and PD; planning ahead. Bobby then talks about his journey into knife making, photography, and getting involved into shooting sports. Bobby also documented a new “john Wick” inspired gun store called The Vault at Pistol Parlour in Mesa, AZ (I need to go!) where “everyone is John Wick”. We talk about our mutual admiration of customs knives and how tough it is to get a custom knife before they sell out! Bobby closes out the interview talking about his time as a Protector.
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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