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
#147 |Silver Spear Security | John & Loren
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John & Loren joined The Protectors to discuss military members transitioning into the security field, close quarters contact, protective ops, and a ton of other great topics!
About John: John is the Chief Operating Officer of Silver Spear Security, LLC, which specializes in bodyguard, estate, event and tour security across the globe. I graduated from Norwich University- Corps of Cadets in 2008, and went into the U.S. Secret Service until 2014, where I transitioned into the private sector. I am currently the director of security for the platinum rock band, Shinedown.
About Loren: Loren Avedon is an American Martial Artist with 40 years of experience in various martial arts. He is one of only a few 9th degree Black Belts. He holds that rank in both Tae Kwon Do and Hap Ki Do. Avedon has starred in movies and is internationally known as one of the greatest “Kickers” of the 20th century. He is a jack of all trades and has taught champions as well as trained “at risk” youth in Hawaii as well as “south central” Los Angeles. A former Emmy award winning stuntman he lives the warrior creed. Now in his late 50’s Avedon continues to work with organizations that make a difference. “A warrior that engages in the fight is strong of heart”. Avedon is now working with Silver Spear Security to develop the next generation of teams and individual security specialists.
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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