1000+ Missions with the 75th Ranger Regiment | Nicholas Moore (throwback episode)
original air date - 9/30/22This episode dives deep into the combat career of Ranger Nicholas Moore, tracing his journey from early deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq to some of the most significant operations of the post-9/11 era. He recounts the inside story of Operation Red Wings, the hunt for Marcus Luttrell, the Extortion 17 shootdown, and the brutal 2011 gunfight where he was wounded. Moore offers a raw, detailed look at leadership, loss, and what sustained the Rangers through two decades of continuous war.Grab Nick's book here:https://www.amazon.com/Run-Sound-Guns-American-Afghanistan/dp/1472827090Help Support the show here:https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse00:00 – Start & Origin story 07:05 – In Ranger School on 9/1111:05 – First Afghanistan Deployment & Early Missions18:05 – Iraq Invasion & the Jessica Lynch Rescue41:05 – Operation Red Wings: Turbine 33 Shot Down52:10 – All-Night Climb Toward the Crash Site57:44 – Rangers Find Marcus Luttrell in the Village1:01:14 – Recovering the Fallen SEALs on the Mountainside1:22:23 – Extortion 17: Planning, Shootdown, and Ranger Response1:39:07 – Securing the Crash Site & Recovering All 38 Fallen1:55:10 – The 2011 Gunfight Where Nicholas Moore Was Wounded2:12:40 – Finishing His Career & Leaving the RegimentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
19 Nov 2h 26min
Ahmed al-Sharaa (Syrian President) Worked With U.S. Since 2016 | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
In this episode, the hosts discuss various geopolitical issues, focusing on the recent developments in Syria, the role of Saudi Arabia in the Middle East, and the potential military actions in Venezuela. They explore the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, the pragmatic approach to dealing with dictators, and the implications of military strategies in countering terrorism and narco-trafficking.Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSubscribe to our new newsletter!!!!https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/joinNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong Find Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?uBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 Introduction and Context Setting01:01 Syria's New Leadership and U.S. Relations08:54 The Role of Intelligence in Counterterrorism10:12 The Pragmatic Approach to Dictatorships13:19 Saudi Arabia's Influence and MBS's Visit26:18 Operation Southern Spear and Venezuela's Situation30:42 The Complexity of Military Intervention in Venezuela32:51 Covert Operations vs. Military Action35:38 The Risks of Military Engagement39:06 Legal and Political Implications of Military Action42:01 Strategic Considerations and Future Actions45:48 Conclusion and Future OutlookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
17 Nov 50min
Inside the Fight with 5th Special Forces Group | Drew Estell | Ep. 380
Former 5th Group Green Beret Drew Estelle joins Jack to walk through his wild path from a chaotic Texas childhood to Iraq, Afghanistan, and covert work supporting the Syria mission. Drew breaks down Iranian influence in Iraq, the intelligence nightmare in Kunduz, building ALP who actually fought, and the political headaches behind training Syrian forces in Turkey. A raw, detailed look inside modern Special Forces operations — and the personal cost that comes with them.Check out Drew here:https://baersolutionsllc.com/https://www.instagram.com/baersolutionshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18I4Yip4t76Pf9e6uGmoMwToday's Sponsors Perfect Jean ⬇️https://theperfectjean.nyc/house15for 15% offGhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 25% off sitewide! For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouseTo help support the show and for all bonus content including:-live shows and asking guest questions -ad free audio and video-early access to shows-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured__________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 — Start 01:00 — Texas Roots & Playing “Green Berets”03:20 — College Chaos & Getting Kicked Out06:35 — Enlisting & Fighting for an SF Contract10:55 — SFAS, Failing 18D & Becoming an 18B15:45 — Iraq: Firebase Brown & Early Combat22:40 — Iran’s Influence & The Arrest Revolving Door34:00 — Afghanistan: Kunduz, IMU, & ALP Who Fought52:55 — B-Team, Kabul LNO & Turkey/Syria Mission1:06:45 — CIF, Broken Neck & Building Bear SolutionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
15 Nov 1h 32min
How Intelligence Agencies Would Operate in an Authoritarian America | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Former CIA officers Mick Mulroy, Marc Polymeropoulos, and Jason Lyons join Dee to explore a chilling hypothetical — what if the U.S. turned authoritarian? The panel breaks down how allies and adversaries might react, how intelligence operations would shift, and what it means for democracy at home and abroad. A rare, insider look at the intersection of espionage and authoritarianism.Check out Marc P's podcast herehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crisis-room/id1815989479Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSubscribe to our new newsletter!!!!https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/joinNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/ @PubPorch Find Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?uBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:01 — Start03:48 — Thought experiment: U.S. turns authoritarian05:29 — Global authoritarianism by the numbers12:19 — Autocracies’ intel edge (disinfo/social media)15:23 — Russia 2016 playbook & U.S. CI gaps28:38 — Allies spying on America as norms erode42:54 — What Canada/Mexico would do next53:51 — Freedom House checklist: signs of backslidingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
12 Nov 57min
Trump, Orbán, and the Ridiculous Venezuela Vote | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
Dee, Mick Mulroy, and Andy Milburn break down the week’s biggest geopolitical flashpoints — from Trump’s meeting with Viktor Orbán and Hungary’s deepening ties to Russia, to the U.S. Senate’s shocking Venezuela war vote. The trio also examines Israel’s Gaza ceasefire dilemma, global intelligence maneuvers, and the moral cost of modern warfare. A sharp, unfiltered conversation on power, policy, and principle.Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSubscribe to our new newsletter!!!!https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/joinNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/@UCd0Hq6QFk8CoTu5j-VU0Ong Find Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?uBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 — Start01:58 — Hungary waiver fallout05:00 — Orbán’s authoritarian drift08:49 — EU & NATO response options16:17 — Venezuela strike watch19:45 — Senate authorization fight30:48 — Gaza ceasefire & ISF plan43:00 — Dehumanization, history & U.S. identityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
10 Nov 53min
Only Two NYPD Cops Went to Afghanistan - He Was One of Them | Tom Smith | Ep. 379
Retired NYPD detective Tom Smith joins the show to recount three decades on the force — from the crack epidemic and 9/11 to counterterrorism and major international cases. He shares raw stories of trauma, resilience, and redemption, and reflects on the mental toll of policing, the evolution of the job, and his new mission through the Gold Shields podcast.Check out Tom's podcast Gold Shields here:https://thegoldshieldshow.com/https://www.carryimpact.com/Today's Sponsors TrueWerk ⬇️https://truewerk.com/houseuse code "HOUSE" for 15% off!GhostBed⬇️https://www.ghostbed.com/houseFOR 25% off sitewide! For ad free video and audio and access to live streams and Eyes On Geopolitics...JOIN OUR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheTeamHouseTo help support the show and for all bonus content including:-live shows and asking guest questions -ad free audio and video-early access to shows-Access to ALL bonus segments with our guestsSubscribe to our Patreon! ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSupport the show here:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse___________________________________________________Subscribe to the new EYES ON podcast here:⬇️https://www.youtube.com/@EyesOnGeopoliticsPod/featured__________________________________Jack Murphy's new book "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History" ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/We-Defy-Chapters-Special-History-ebook/dp/B0DCGC1N1N/——————————————————————Or make a one time donation at: ⬇️https://ko-fi.com/theteamhouseSocial Media: ⬇️The Team House Instagram:https://instagram.com/the.team.house?utm_medium=copy_linkThe Team House Twitter:https://twitter.com/TheTeamHousePodJack’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/jackmcmurph?utm_medium=copy_linkJack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackmurphyrgr?s=21Dave’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_parke?s=21Team House Discord: ⬇️https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6SubReddit: ⬇️https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here:⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links):⬇️ https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 – Early Career & NYPD Beginnings09:11 – Policing Through the Crack Epidemic13:40 – Anti-Crime Unit & First Shootout30:11 – Assigned to Robbery Squad & 9/11 Strikes39:12 – Joining the Joint Terrorism Task Force45:11 – Afghanistan Kidnapping Case52:18 – Preventing a School Shooting55:46 – Saving an Infant & Memorable Cases59:03 – Retirement & Mental Health Reflections1:10:49 – Gold Shields Podcast & Closing ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
8 Nov 1h 30min
Ranger Regiment Platoon Sergeant in Syria and Afghanistan | Les Sandusky (throwback episode)
original air date 12/14/22Former Ranger Les Sandusky joins the show for a candid, four-hour deep dive into combat, leadership, and life after the Regiment. From firefights in Syria and Iraq to rebuilding purpose after injury and RFS, Les opens up about resilience, loss, and redemption. A raw, unfiltered conversation on what it means to serve — and to find yourself again once the mission ends.Subscribe to our Patreon & get ad free listening ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouse00:00 – Early Ranger Life23:40 – Combat in Syria & Iraq1:05:00 – Mortar Tactics Explained1:32:30 – Inside Ranger Culture2:03:10 – The DUI & RFS Fallout2:45:00 – Injury & Isolation3:16:00 – Big Red One Transition3:25:00 – Rebuilding a Platoon3:34:00 – Live Q&A Segment3:43:00 – Transition Out3:54:00 – Restoring Rank & Honor3:55:30 – Contracting & ClosureBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
5 Nov 4h 12min
We are Going to Bomb Venezuela | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
In this episode of Eyes on Geopolitics, Dee and Mick Mulroy discuss the escalating military presence in Venezuela, exploring the implications of U.S. foreign policy, the legality of military actions, and the potential for regime change. They delve into the constitutional concerns surrounding the War Powers Act, the role of diplomacy, and the political motivations behind military interventions. The conversation also touches on the broader context of drug trafficking and nuclear testing, concluding with reflections on the representation of military actions in cinema.Support the show on Patreon:⬇️https://www.patreon.com/TheTeamHouseSubscribe to our new newsletter!!!!https://teamhousepodcast.kit.com/joinNew merch, patches, and stickers! ⬇️https://theteamhouse-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out Mick's new podcast here:⬇️Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/pub-and-porch-applied-stoicism/id1836955475Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1k3QPmkAMwnGJxMLDwUSSd?si=n6piIu8XRcag1Z0K43A3bQFind Mick Mulroy here: Fogbow ⬇️https://fogbow.com/Lobo Institute ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/Twitter ⬇️https://x.com/mickmulroy?s=21&t=-Ze3F_Ix2vlJ18KFvORTCALinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-patrick-mulroy-31198b52/Bluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/mickmulroy.bsky.socialMick’s publications ⬇️https://www.loboinstitute.org/publications/publications-of-michael-mick-patrick-mulroy/Find Andy Milburn here: Twitter ⬇️https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fandymilburn8LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmilburn2023Substack ⬇️https://amilburn.substack.com/Andy’s book ⬇️https://www.amazon.com/When-Tempest-Gathers-Mogadishu-OperationsBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/andy-milburn.bsky.socialFind Jason Lyons here: LinkedIn ⬇️https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lyons-666873316?uBluesky ⬇️https://bsky.app/profile/bgsilverback73.bsky.social"Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio"00:00 Introduction and Context of Venezuela's Situation01:57 Military Buildup and Strategic Implications05:59 Legal and Constitutional Concerns of Military Action10:07 Potential Outcomes and Historical Precedents13:54 Distraction or Genuine Threat?18:01 Comparative Analysis of Global Authoritarianism25:16 The Complexity of U.S. Foreign Policy28:22 Nuclear Testing and Its Implications34:37 The Impact of Nuclear Warfare40:24 Cinematic Representations of War and IntelligenceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-team-house--5960890/support.
3 Nov 47min
