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
#329 | Maddy of The Red Letter Project | With Callie
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Maddy joined Callie & Jason to talk training, the Red Letter Project, and a bunch more.
About Maddy: Owner and founder of The Red Letter Project and MaddyDawg Training, she found her passion for shooting during her time in the US Coast Guard. During and after her time in service, she completed her Masters degree oversees in the United Kingdom and is a published author in addition to her shooting career. She is also involved in private security and executive protection work throughout the state.
Maddy teaches full-time and co-founded the Lady Sharpshooters group with her mother, Melissa. She is also an avid competitive shooter and looks to include more women in the sport.
In addition, Maddy attributes much of her teaching abilities to her background in competitive cage fighting, skydiving, bullriding, and river diving. Specifically, her passion for combat sports has led her to spread awareness of the importance of understanding how to better defend.
IG: @maddydawg_training
https://theredletterproject.com/
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Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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