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Battleline Podcast
by Kris "Tanto" Paronto & Ian Scotto
The switch is on! Battleline Podcast is your source for in-depth interviews and inspiration with the biggest names in the military and 2A communities. Hosted by Kris "Tanto" Paronto & Ian Scotto.
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Our final episode.
We say farewell to Battleline Podcast on this episode, as the show comes to a close. Thanks to all sponsors who made this possible for us, and thanks to you, the fans. You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you…
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Battleline Podcast is ending.
Not clickbait. We have decided to end Battleline Podcast. Thank you for being a part of it. For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com For full video of this episode, head over to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@battlelinepodcast
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The Patriot's Creed
In 2019, Kris Paronto released "The Patriot's Creed." On this episode, we revisit that book. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you...
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Jason Ellis exposes hitting rock bottom
Jason Ellis is the host of The Jason Ellis Show, a pro skateboarder, and more recently a standup comedian. Many of you know him best for his longtime show on SiriusXM which ended several years back. On this episode he exposes what went wrong, and where he's at now. We also talk the anniversary of...
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The Ranger Way
In 2017, Kris Paronto released "The Ranger Way." On this episode, we revisit that book. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first order when you use…
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9/11, Vladimir Putin, & Jeffrey Epstein
Guest free episode this week with a lot of different topics discussed. Dig in! Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code Battleline at http://fsm.com For full video of this episode, head over to...
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Kimmy Fasani, pro snowboarder & breast cancer survivor
Kimmy Fasani is a professional snowboarder and breast cancer survivor. She is featured in the documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard" directed by Rose Corr. You can follow Rose on Instagram @KimmyFasani and her website is http://kimmyfasani.com Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast...
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RAVEN 23 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Joining us on the show are Gina Keating & Dustin Heard for this Battleline exclusive coinciding with the release of their book. Gina is the author of "Raven 23: How The Department of Justice Betrayed American Heroes," and Dustin is one of the men who was a part of that Blackwater team, imprisoned...
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Best of Battleline Q2 2025
We had some great guests join Battleline in Quarter 2 of 2025. Here are just a few of them spotlighted! Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need electrolytes. But not just any electrolytes. Try the best. Try BUBS Hydrate or Die. 20% off your first…
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Old School Ranger Christopher Brewer
We start off this epsiode paying our respects to the great Hulk Hogan & Ozzy Osbourne. We also discuss a recent very disturbing story involving the SIG Sauer M18 that you need to hear. Our guest is Christopher Brewer, retired Special Forces Officer & Army Ranger with 38 years of combined service....
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What was Shawn Ryan thinking!?
Guest-free this episode, and we discuss some recent happenings including Shawn Ryan gifting Gavin Newsom a SIG handgun on his show. What was up with that? We give our takes and a whole lot more. Don't miss it. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod You need...
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300th Episode Extravaganza w/ Andrei Arlovski
It's our 300th Episode celebration! We discuss how the show has been for us since late 2019, we address Tim Kennedy's recent admission of stolen valor, and also joining us later on in the episode is great friend of the show and UFC legend Andrei Arlovski! You can follow Andrei on Instagram & X...
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A Grateful Nation Remembers
Michael Ciociola and Michael Jr. of Calvary Christian Center join us on this episode to talk about A Grateful Nation Remembers. This is the event held at the California based church every year on Memorial Day to honor heroes. This year Kris was the keynote speaker, and was blown away by what they...
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War with Iran, Zohran Mamdani, & 20 years of podcasting
On this guest-free show we cover some of the latest happenings, reflect on changes in the media landscape, and tease out our upcoming 300th episode. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products use the promo code...
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The first Army Rangers of WWII with Mir Bahmanyar
Mir Bahmanyar joins us on this episode, a historian, Army Ranger, and author. The latest book of his "The Houdini Club: The Epic Journey and Daring Escapes of the First Army Rangers of WWII" is available now. Learn more about Mir at http://mirbahmanyar.com Follow us:...
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Veterans Affairs employee calls out corruption
Our anonymous guest this week reached out after we had VA whistleblower "Johnny" on back for Episode 282 in March. She's a long time employee of Veterans Affairs, is a doctor, and has evidence of further corruption at the VA that she wanted to expose. She gets into what she sees as a greater…
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Navy diver John Marsack is recovering the remains of WWII heroes
Navy diver John Marsack is on to discuss his career, and more importantly his work with Project Recover in helping to find the remains of missing heroes from WWII. We get into how this is at all possible, and what the organization is doing. Learn more about them at http://projectrecover.org…
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Mediocre Infantryman Andrew Goldsmith survives Ranger School
Andrew Goldsmith served as a machine gunner and team leader in the Army with multiple deployments to Iraq. He is a self-described "Mediocre Infantryman" who went through Ranger School, and that is the subject of his latest book. Beyond the military, he is a practicing attorney, black belt in…
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The Baghdad Shuffle with Josh Bates
We hope that you enjoyed your long Memorial Day weekend honoring the fallen. On this episode we are joined by Marine Corps veteran Josh Bates who authored "The Baghdad Shuffle," available now. It is a gritty military novel from someone who lived that life. You can follow Josh on Instagam...
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The future of night vision
Sean Kirk & Phil Otto from Photonis are back on this episode to talk night vision and much more. Sean Kirk is the VP of Photonis Night Vision Systems, Phil Otto is the Sales Manager at Photonis and a former law enforcement officer, CIA contractor, and Marine. You can follow Photonis Defense on X…
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Jeremy Mitchell talks working security at Gitmo & more
Jeremy Mitchell is an instructor with Battleline Tactical, an Army veteran, and an author. On this episode we get into his experience working security at Guantanamo Bay, situational awareness, and what inspired his book. Keep up with everything Battleline Tactical at…
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Best of rock guests 2023 & 2024
Over the years, we've been blessed with some incredible guests on Battleline including a lot of really great rock musicians. This episode spotlights some of the best of them that we've featured from 2023 to 2024, compiled here for you to relive and enjoy. Follow us:...
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Talking the war in Afghanistan w/ Canadian Army Officer Phil Halton
Phil Halton is a former Canadian Army Officer and security contractor who has deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq. He is more recently the author of several books, the latest of which is "Red Warning." With Double Dagger Books, Canada's only military and security-focused publisher, he assists other...
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Dean Cameron exposes the highs & lows of acting in Hollywood
Dean Cameron, best known for classic 80s and 90s comedies like "Summer School" and "Ski School," joins us on this episode. We talk the highs and lows of acting in Hollywood, his connection to Steel Panther, and a whole lot more. Dean has a song coming out April 30th called "Surgeons" and a bunch…
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Brad Taylor - From Special Forces to Best-Selling Author
Brad Taylor is a New York Times best-selling author and former Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel. "Into the Gray Zone" the 19th book in the Pike Logan series he created and it is available everywhere books are sold April 22nd, pre-order now! On this episode we get into his military career and…
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Best of Battleline Q1 2025
Can you believe we are into the second quarter of 2025? Mind blown. We had some incredible guests so far this year, so here's a special Best Of spotlighting a few of them. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products...
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Kegan "Smurf" Gill talks surviving severe trauma
Kegan "Smurf" Gill a former military pilot who survived the fastest ever Naval aviation ejection. On here he discusses how he overcame that only to deal with even worse mental trauma to come. He credits alternative psychedelic therapies in dealing with some of this which we dive into as well. He…
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MSG Erinn Watkins is a Pathfynder
We are joined by retired Army Master Sergeant Erinn Watkins. Erinn is also the author of "Pathfynder: How I Use Personal Courage and Emotional Control to Face Fear, Build Success, and Get What I Want." She served as one of the first female Army Pathfinders which inspired the title of her book.…
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Jason Piccolo warns that the cartel is here
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a former Border Agent & Army veteran who has been on with us several times before. He is the author of several books, his latest of which is "Pivot: From Military Service to Public Purpose" available now on Amazon. On this episode we discuss human trafficking issues at the...
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Whistleblower exposes massive corruption at Veterans Affairs
We are joined by an anonymous whistleblower "Johnny," who works at Veterans Affairs and is exposing massive corruption. "Johnny" is a veteran himself and he says the Department is screwing over veterans, and he has the evidence to demonstrate it. Follow him on X @VBAverybrokenagency to learn…
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DOGE, Fight Stories, & Testosterone
Recorded at The Team House, we are joined in studio by Jason Lyons & Jack Murphy. Jason is a former CIA Intelligence Officer & Marine, he also hosts the Eyes On Podcast. Jack is a Green Beret, Army Ranger, and author who many of you know best from The Team House. Be sure to check out their shows…
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Benghazi attack survivor John "Tig" Tiegen
John "Tig" Tiegen joins us for the first time since 2020 to discuss the recent public attacks on the GRS team, and his first-hand recollection of what went down that night in 2012. Tig is a Marine, firearms instructor, public speaker, and more recently ran for Mayor of Colorado Springs. Tig's...
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Army combat vet Juan Espinoza is Unbroken
Juan Espinoza is a combat veteran with the 101st Airborne Infantry. His memoir "Unbroken: Turning Pain Into Purpose" is a very candid account of some of the hardships he's endured and lessons that he's learned. We get into what inspired the book, and what lessons he hopes to get across to…
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Donald Trump is NOT America First
On this guest-free episode we cover some news happening both domestically & internationally this week. We also get into some jackassery as Kris would say. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body...
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Hollie McKay - From war reporter to motherhood
Hollie McKay is a journalist, author, and war reporter. On this episode we get into how her life has gone through a major change since becoming a mother. Her latest book is a fiction novel, "The Dictator’s Wife," available now. She also now hosts her own podcast, Dispatches on Parenting Across...
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Experienced pilot KG Spradley explains DC plane crash disaster
Friend of the show, Force Recon Marine, and a true subject matter expert in aviation KG Spradley joins us on this Annex Episode. He breaks down exactly what may have went wrong in the tragic DC plane collision that took place earlier in the week. Note that this was recorded prior to the more…
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CIA Targeter Sarah Adams talks Benghazi, Trump, & national security
Longtime friend of the show and CIA Targeter Sarah Adams is back. Sarah is best known by this audience as co-authoring "Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy" with Dave "Boon" Benton, as well as her highly praised appearances on The Shawn Ryan Show. We get into many topics here including holding the…
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Benghazi attack survivor fires back at critics
This past week, a podcast decided to go after the men who took part in "13 Hours" that survived the Benghazi attacks of 2012. They claim that members of Delta Force have a different story to tell, and that the accounts of Tanto, Boon, Oz, and Tig, along with Sarah Adams are fictional. On this...
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Jason Piccolo talks border crisis & his new book Pivot
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a former Border Agent & Army veteran who has been on with us several times before. He is the author of several books, his latest of which is "Pivot: From Military Service to Public Purpose" available now on Amazon. On this episode we discuss his latest book as well as how bad...
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Drew Jacobs is proud to be an American
You heard our episode with Lee Greenwood a few weeks back, and we follow that up with Drew Jacobs. Drew is the man behind the rock version of "God Bless the USA" which Lee Greenwood was featured on, and the song has taken on a life of its own. Drew has a number of songs that have been streamed by...
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Best of Battleline 2024
We've had some killer guests on this year, and on this episode we spotlight just a few of the best. Have a great 2025 to all of the Battleline fam. Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://x.com/battlelinepod Ned's Mellö Magnesium is an instant hit! Nourish your entire body with...
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Jack Murphy releases We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History
Jack Murphy is an Army Ranger, Green Beret, and many of you know him best as the host of The Team House. We're in studio with him today though to discuss his latest book, "We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History." This book covers insight from Special Forces veterans never before...
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Daniel Penny, Hunter Biden, & UFOs
We had a guest scheduled for this episode, but he flaked on us at the very last minute...not cool, bro. So, don't expect more than some random conversation with topics including Daniel Penny's acquittal, Hunter Biden's pardon, UFOs over NJ, and we ponder if Biden and Trump are actually BFF.…
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Chris Stanly talks extreme life transformation
Chris Stanly got sober from drugs and lost HUNDREDS of pounds, doing it all without the assistance of any prescriptions, weight-loss surgery, or other gimmicks. He is on to tell us his story and how he made it happen. Follow Chris on Instagram @Juggasanti Follow us:...
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Green Beret Andy Lang talks creating Leatherwood Distillery
Andy Lang is a Special Forces combat veteran and the founder of Leatherwood Distillery. We discuss Andy's military career and creating the brand. You can check out their stuff, buy a bottle, and even set up a tour if you're ever in the Clarksville, TN area at http://leatherwooddistillery.com…
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Pete Hegseth chosen as Secretary of Defense
Pete Hegseth has been tapped for Secretary of Defense by President Trump, and our biggest question remains, is he even qualified? Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For full video of this episode subscribe to our Youtube page:...
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Lee Greenwood is still proud to be an American
We are joined by a legendary guest, Lee Greenwood. You know him best for "God Bless the USA," but on this episode we also get into his origin story, working with President Trump, and some shocking close encounters with death while performing for US troops. He is promoting many new projects and…
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Make America Healthy Again
Ret Taylor joins us this episode as we talk men's issues, nutrition, and overall health. We discuss what RFK Jr. aims to do in terms of health if he is confirmed to be a member of the Trump administration. Ret is the co-founder of Ned, and is also on the Board of Directors for Veterans Outdoor...
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Force Recon Marine KG Spradley returns
On this episode we give our take on the re-election of President Donald Trump and what this means to the country. Our guest, KG "Tadpole" Spradley served as a Force Recon Marine and combat aviator. Additionally he worked with special programs and other government agencies, as well as his work in...
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DeeJay Dallas of the Arizona Cardinals
DeeJay Dallas is a professional football player in the NFL for the Arizona Cardinals. He also runs the DeeJay Dallas Foundation, transforming lives through kindness. On this episode we talk football, faith, firearms, and fatherhood (I wasn't even trying to go with all F's there, but it worked…
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The switch is on! Battleline Podcast is your source for in-depth interviews and inspiration with the biggest names in the military and 2A communities. Hosted by Kris "Tanto" Paronto & Ian Scotto.
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