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
#173 | Barbara Allen | Gold Star Wife & American Snippets Co-Host
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We all have a circle of friends and associates. As our circle grows, sometimes we encounter a person that may not guide us in the right direction we are going in. Barbara Allen stopped by the show to talk about her experience with letting people in her circle. We also talk about vetting our inner circle.
Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, speaker, Award-winning Author, and Co-Host of the top podcast, American Snippets.
https://barballenspeaks.com/
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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