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
#315 | Jody Maki | GirlOnFire, LLC | Firearms Instructor
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Jody Maki joined The Protectors Podcast™ to talk about the firearms industry, training new instructors, and a ton of other things. Jody has trained over 3500 instructors, myself included! She has also trained thousands of civilians in the proper and safe handling of firearms. Jody is seriously a Girl On Fire and is someone to watch in the industry. I earned my instructor certification through her course and learned a ton (even for someone with 22 years as an LEO!). Look for Jody’s Instructor Book coming soon!
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