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
#142 | Boot Campaign | #LaceUpAMERICA | Shelly & Jason
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Shelly Kirkland, CEO, and Jason Borne, a veteran U.S. Marine, from the Boot Campaign joined The Protectors to discuss the nonprofit’s beginnings, the meaning of #LaceUpAMERICA , #PTSD stigma in the veteran & law enforcement community, and how we can help their mission. Thanks to my great co-host Alicia Hanf as well.
About their Mission, “At Boot Campaign, our mission is to unite Americans to honor and restore the lives of veterans and military families through individualized, life-improving programs.”
#LaceUpAMERICA
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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