Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast

Former Navy Seal Sniper Jack Carr is back to chat with Mickey about his second book, "True Believer" out now. If you haven't read it already, Carr's first book "The Terminal List" is a highly acclaimed thriller. To learn more about Jack Carr's background in Special Operations listen to his first interview in Higher Line Podcast 14... and subsequent appearance in Higher Line Podcast 37. You can follow Jack Carr on instagram and twitter @JackCarrUSA... or check out Jack's website at OfficialJackCarr.com Music Attributions:Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonaldOutro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks to Ed Calderon (aka Ed's Manifesto), former Mexican LEO that worked in the dangerous field of counter narcotics, organized crime investigation and public safety along the US-Mexico border. Calderon’s study in to the indigenous Méxican criminal culture, from occult practices to endemic modus operandi have lead him to be recognized as one of the worlds preeminent researchers and trainers in the field of personal security that have come out of Mexico. He's has had the privilege of sharing his expertise with members of federal law enforcement agencies, Navy SEALS, Indonesian Kapaska, Mexican GAFE, Mexican and United States intelligence service agents, and members of special forces groups from all over the world. Now Ed Calderon is sharing his "manifesto." He travels North America doing security consulting and conducting seminars and private training courses in anti-abduction, escapology, unarmed combat, region specific executive protection work and unconventional edged weapons work. He is also a C

Mickey talks with BJJ Master Cecil Burch of Immediate Action Combatives and the ShivWorks Collective. He teaches military and law enforcement, "the functional utilization of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, boxing, and clinchfighting in close quarters combat." You may recognize Burch as a regular online contributor to the Personal Defense Network. Citing his bio, Burch is "a black belt under Megaton and has competed extensively, including the 2010 Pan-Ams as the Bronze Medalist (as a black belt), 2010 American Nationals Gold (black belt – heavyweight division) & Silver (absolute), 2009 American National Gold (brown belt – super heavyweight) & Silver medal (brown belt – absolute division), and the 2006 Pan-Am gold medal (purple belt – super-heavyweight), 2015 Pan-Ams at bronze, and 2015 World Masters at bronze." You can learn more about Cecil Burch at IACombatives.com, find him on facebook or instagram @ImmediateActionCombatives. RELATED PODCASTS Fear or Lust | Higher Line Podcast #73 I'm Not Going Out

Mickey talks with Claude Werner, the Tactical Professor, down in Georgia. Werner is a retired Army Captain who served 10 years in Special Operations including the Green Berets. He is a NRA certificated instructor with a genuine passion for firearms. Werner brings a rare analytical mindset self-defense and maintains a large database of firearms related incidents. You can learn more about Claude Werner at TacticalProfessor.com or follow him on instagram @TacticalProfessor. RELATED PODCASTS: Training for the Worst Day | Higher Line Podcast #7 Defending the Homestead | Higher Line Podcast #41 Music Attributions:Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonaldOutro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with Craig Douglas, founder of ShivWorks, to share his background and learn how he developed his unique and highly sought after training methodologies. Douglas (aka @SouthNARC) started his career in the military as an Army Ranger. After four years in the service he transitioned to law enforcement, the bulk of which was undercover narcotics work and SWAT. He discovered a real passion for training fellow officers on hand-to-hand and other tactics… leading him ultimately to create the ShivWorks collective. Douglas has taught federal, state and local law enforcement as well as extensive military training at home and abroad. To learn more you can visit ShivWorks.com or follow Craig on Instagram at @SouthNARC. RELATED CONTENT: Super Dave Harrington, Green Beret Jedi | Higher Line Podcast #31 Super Dave Harrington Integrated Weapons Class Handgun Jedi Gabe White: Class Review Music Attributions:Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonaldOutro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direc

Mickey talks with Eddie Penney, founder and CEO of Contingent Group, a veteran US Marine and Navy SEAL. After 20 years of service Penney transitioned to high-end corporate security on a global scale. Listen and learn from one of America's finest modern warriors. To hear more from Eddie you can follow @eddie.penney and @contingentgroup on instagram. RELATED PODCASTS: To Thine Own Self Be True | Higher Line Podcast #63 Stop Being the Impediment to Your Success | Higher Line Podcast #57 What Are Your Standards? | Higher Line Podcast #50 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with Varg Freeborn, a firearms/self defense trainer from Youngstown, Ohio, with a unique exposure to the criminal mindset and violent environments. From his biography, "Throughout his adolescence, members of his immediately family and many close friends were murdered or sent to prison. At 19, he was convicted in a self-defense case that went terribly wrong and was sentenced to 5 years in prison, for stabbing his attacker dozens of times." Varg has gone on to provide professional training to civilians and law enforcement all over the United States. He is also author of the book, "Violence of Mind." For more on Varg Freeborn visit VargFreeborn.com or follow him on instagram @VargFreeborn. RELATED VIDEOS: Dr. William Aprill | Higher Line Podcast Episode #28 On the Road with Paul Sharp | Higher Line Podcast #65 Truth Witness YouTube Channel Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on St

Mickey talks with high performance expert Brian MacKenzie, founder of Power Speed Endurance. He's a hardcore runner best known for The Art of Breath course. Mackenzie's completed the Ironman as well as both The Wester States 100 mile and The Angeles Crest 100 mile runs "using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance." He is a best selling author with several books and his work has been featured in popular magazines like Men's Health and Runners World. Citing his official biography, "clients have included: Ari Emanuel, Kelly Starrett, Tim Ferriss, U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Marines), Canadian Military (CANSOF), Jon “Bones” Jones, Laird Hamilton, Tia Clair Toomey (2X CrossFit Games Champion), Rich Froning Jr. (4X CrossFit Games Champion) and many others." To learn more about Brian Mackenzie check out BrianMackenzie.com or follow him on instagram @_BrianMackenzie. RELATED PODCASTS: Endurance is No Accident | Higher Line Podcast #62 You'll Change When You Are Sick of Lo

Mick talks with Dr. Sherman A. House, a medical and law enforcement professional from the Nashville, Tennessee area. He is a Hospital, Special Needs and General Dentist with stories about patients with gunshots to the face. During his youth he worked for a decade in the dangerous Armored Truck business moving serious cash. Dr. House is also a revolver enthusiast and teaches life saving trauma care courses in his area. For more information check out Dr. House's dense blog at CivilianDefender.com and follow him on instagram @DrShermanHouse. RELATED PODCASTS: Train to Live. What happens after the fight? | Higher Line Podcast #35 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with Outdoor TV Star, adventurer and author Michael Bane. He is best known as the founder and host of Shooting Gallery on cable TV… other programs Bane's appeared on include The Best Defense, Gun Stories as well as the Down Range Radio Podcast. From Michael Bane's official Outdoor TV bio, "Bane was actively involved in the creation of 4 shooting sports and regularly shoots competitively. He is also a big game hunter and a vet bad gunsmith… He is the author of 22 books, 21 non-fictions and one novel. Most recently, he ghostwrote the biography of his longtime friend Bill Wilson of Wilson Combat. Bane’s OVER THE EDGE: A REGULAR GUY’S ODYSSEY IN EXTREME SPORTS is considered a classic in the field and led to the Wall Street Journal commenting, “How did Michael Bane become the George Plimpton from hell?” His WHITE BOY SINGING THE BLUES on the relationship between music and culture has been called, “One of the five best books ever written on rock and roll” and is used extensively in college courses

Renowned criminal criminal psychologist Dr. William Aprill is back again for a third podcast. In case you missed Episode 28 & 61, Dr. Aprill is a professional psychologist with unique law enforcement credentials. Aprill is best know for his exceptional mindset course, "Unthinkable: Concepts and Techniques for the Gravest Extreme. Unthinkable is, in brief, a tour of the dark side of criminal violence…” You can learn more about Aprill’s work at AprillRiskConsulting.com and follow him on Instagram at @AprillRiskConsulting. RELATED VIDEOS: UNTHINKABLE VIOLENCE | HIGHER LINE PODCAST #61PANIC IS THE RIGHT FEELING AT THE WRONG TIME | HIGHER LINE PODCAST EPISODE #28 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey's sister Karen Shook shares how coping with the tragic death of her BFF as a teenager shaped her career as a musician. Karen's shy nature melted away, replaced by a sense of mortality and drive to make things happen. Karen is a independent performing artist in Northern Illinois. For more about Karen Shook check out @KarenShookMusic on facebook or instagram. KAREN SHOOK ORIGINAL SONGS (clipped from full podcast) If I were Perfect Next Time Growing Pains RELATED PODCASTS: Guitars, Guns and Going Country | Higher Line Podcast #45 Your Thoughts are not Always Your Friend – Lessons from a Trauma Overcomer | Higher Line Podcast #17 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent PartnerCover Music by Karen Shook of Blue Suede Shoes by Elvis Presley and Don't Stop Believin' by Journey Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitc

Mickey and Paul Sharp are driving down to New Orleans "The Big Easy, Louisanna. You'll here the two of them chatting along the way and covering a plenty of topics like pistol sights, truck guns, Paul Sharp's work as a resident officer in a bad neighborhood and the business side of running a BJJ Gym. Paul Sharp is a retired police officer, part of the Shivworks Collective and Co-Owner of SBG Illinois, a BJJ gym in Elgin, Illinois. He is a respected firearms and martial arts trainer. While on the force for over 20 years his assignments included patrol, SWAT, and training as well as resident officer and undercover narcotics. He's previously competed at a professional level in MMA and boxing. You can learn more about Paul Sharp at SharpDefense.blog, or his gym at SBGIllinois.com or follow him instagram @paul_sharp_sbg. RELATED PODCASTS: The Sharp Brothers - Fathers, Teachers, Warriors | Higher Line Podcast #32 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" b

Mickey talks with east coast firearms trainer Scott Jedlinski, AKA Modern Samurai Project. Jedlinski is a Master Class USPSA shooter and lifelong martial artist (TKD, Muay Thai, BJJ). He is a contributor on PrimarySecondary.com as well as done interviews on Ballistic Radio, Firearms Nation, and Street Warrior Radio. Jedlinski's also been mentioned in publications like Recoil Magazine and NRA's Shooting Illustrated. To learn more about Scott and his upcoming classes visit ModernSamuraiProject.com or follow him on instagram @Modern_Samurai_Project. RELATED PODCASTS: I Never Rely on Luck | Higher Line Podcast #59Stop Being the Impediment to Your Success | Higher Line Podcast #57Ingredients of a Champion | Higher Line Podcast #44 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and mo

Mickey talks with Wes Whitlock of Rogue American and Disciples of Iron. Whitlock is a US Marine veteran // elite executive protection professional who went on to create a popular lifestyle clothing line for America's finest embracing the warrior ethos. You can learn more by checking out the Rogue American YouTube Channel or following Wes Whitlock on instagram at @Wes_Whitlock. RELATED VIDEOS: Disciples of Iron - Rogue American Apparel | Epic Road Trip: Day 2 Disciples of Iron & Super Vel Ammo | Epic Road Trip Visiting Black Tree Ranch | Epic Road Trip: Day 3 FULL HIGHER LINE PODCAST YOUTUBE PLAYLIST Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with Chiropractor and Ironman Runner Dr. Stephen Sikorsky of Sikorsky Chiropractic Clinic in Elgin, Illinois. They crossed paths at Paul Sharp's SBG gym doing BJJ training. Sikorsky discusses chiropractic adjustments, exercises and goes deep on fitness as well as getting after your goals. Whether you're a serious athlete or simply need motivation to get off the couch and start getting in shape, there's plenty to gain from listening to Sikorsky's podcast. You can learn more about Stephen Sikorsky's work at DrSteveSikorsky.com or visit him on facebook at facebook.com/ElginChiropractor. RELATED PODCASTS: Scott Pucket - Podcast 9Cung Lee - Podcast 53 FULL HIGHER LINE PODCAST YOUTUBE PLAYLIST Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on

Renowned criminal profile expert Dr. William Aprill is back for an in person interview with Mickey in the podcast room. In case you missed Episode 28, Dr. Aprill is a professional psychologist with unique law enforcement credentials. Aprill is best know for his exceptional mindset course, "Unthinkable: Concepts and Techniques for the Gravest Extreme. Unthinkable is, in brief, a tour of the dark side of criminal violence…” You can learn more about Aprill’s work at AprillRiskConsulting.com and follow him on Instagram at @AprillRiskConsulting. RELATED VIDEOS: Episode 28Jared Reston Video FULL HIGHER LINE PODCAST YOUTUBE PLAYLIST Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with his local State's Attorney Patrick Kenneally about self defense and gun ownership issues as they relate to the justice system. Kenneally answers common conceal carry questions like, "When is it legal to shoot someone?" ... as well as Second Amendment rights and what actually happens in court. Although Kenneally's discussion focuses on Illinois law any gun owner can benefit. For legal advice seek out a qualified lawyer in your jurisdiction. Patrick Kenneally has served as McHenry County State's Attorney since 2016. He began his career in 2007 being hired as a prosecutor. From his campaign website, "Patrick earned his law degree from Washington University School of Law in 2005 and a master’s degree in environmental law from the University of Vermont." For more information visit PatrickKenneally.com. RELATED PODCASTS: Defending The Homestead | Higher Line Podcast #41 A Constitutional Sheriff | Higher Line Podcast #13 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDona

Mickey talks to Mike Seeklander, professional shooter(Grandmaster) and co-host of the TV Series "The Best Defense." Seeklander is a US Marine veteran with a wide spectrum of Law Enforcement experience that includes being a US Air Marshall Instructor. When he's not on TV or competing, he does top notch training through Shooting Performance LLC and the American Warrior Society. Perhaps lesser known, Mike Seeklander's bio state's he has over "15 years experience in various martial arts holding multiple rands including a Black Belt in Okinawan freestyle karate." To learn more about Mike Seeklander check out Shooting-Performance.com or follow him on instagram at @MikeSeeklander. Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct DownloadListen on StitcherHigher Line Podcast Feed The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly here on CarryTrainer.com.

Mickey talks with J.W. Price of Ethos Tactical about firearms, the security business, his law enforcement career and so much more… J.W. Price is a former US Marine, Secret Service Agent, experienced SWAT cop and long-time State Trooper from Central Illinois. More recently on the private side with Ethos Tactical he provides firearms training, corporate security services and sells high quality tactical gear from Crye Precision. J.W. is has real passion for getting the job done, or as he says it, “#Grinding.” On the more personal side J.W. is a devoted husband, father, Eagle Scout and elected Mayor of the small town of El Paso, Illinois. To learn more about Ethos Tactical checkout out their website at EthosTactical.com or follow J.W. on Instagram at @EthosTactical. RELATED PODCASTS: Entrepreneur Dan Hart - Podcast #8Super Dave Harrington - Podcast #31Jeff Gonzales - Podcast #57 Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner Direct Dow