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Dr. Matthew Levitt is a subject matter expert on Middle Eastern terrorism and has published extensively on Hezbollah and Hamas. He is an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and the Director of the Reinhard Program on Counterterrorism and Intelligence at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. He previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and as a counterterrorism intelligence analyst at the FBI. He is the author of Hamas, Negotiating Under Fire, and Hezbollah. He also hosts the Breaking Hezbollah’s Golden Rule Podcast.
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Buck Sexton is a former CIA officer, political commentator, and co-host of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show, a nationally syndicated talk radio program that airs on over 400 stations across the United States.
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In this episode of Danger Close, Jack is honored to sit down with a man who has not only touched lives through the screen but has been a tireless advocate for our nation’s veterans and their families - Gary Sinise. Known to many for his portrayal of Lt. Dan in the film Forest Gump, Gary’s connection to the veteran community is far more than a role. For over 40 years, he has stood side by side with those who have served, working with local Vietnam veterans, supporting the Disabled American Veterans organization, and founding the Gary Sinise Foundation to serve our country’s defenders, first responders, Gold Star families, and those in need. His dedication only intensified after 9/11, becoming a lifelong crusade to give back to those who sacrifice so much for the nation.
Today, Gary shares the most personal of stories – the tragic loss of his son Mac, who passed away in early 2024 from Chordoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Gary talks about Mac’s strength, his remarkable creativity, and the legacy he left behind through his music. After Mac’s passing, Gary discovered a treasure trove of his son’s compositions - some songs known to the world, like those from the Gary Sinise Foundation documentary Always Do A Little More, and others Mac had tucked away, as of yet unheard. Out of this discovery, Gary has started a new chapter for Mac’s music: Resurrection & Revival: Part Two.
Join Gary and Jack as they dive deep into the heart of a father’s loss, the power of legacy, and the importance of serving and sacrificing for others. This is a conversation about resilience, honor, and how love can drive us to create lasting impact.
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To watch or listen to the music of Mac Sinise, visit Mac’s YouTube channel HERE
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Sean Glass is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, combat veteran, leadership instructor with Echelon Front, and CEO of Primal Beef Company. Sean spent 13 years in the SEAL Teams with deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Africa. He led five SEAL platoons in Iraq against Islamic State forces where he experienced the power of leadership on the battlefield. Sean returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, where he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders.
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Kurt Schlichter is a lawyer, author, and retired Army Colonel. He served for 28 years in the Army and today is a weekly senior columnist for Townhall Media. He is also a TV commentator and the author of numerous books including the Kelly Turnbull series. His latest novel, THE ATTACK, is available now. After college, Kurt joined the United States Army and received his commission as a second lieutenant through Officer Candidate School. While stationed in West Germany, Kurt was deployed to Operation Desert Storm serving as a platoon leader. After leaving active duty, he joined the California Army National Guard and served in various command and staff positions. Kurt served in Kosovo and was mobilized for the Los Angeles riots, the Northridge earthquake, and the 2007 San Diego fires. He is a graduate of the Army’s Combined Arms Staff Service School and the Command and General Staff College and earned a Master of Strategic Studies degree from the United States Army War College. Kurt is a graduate of Loyola Law School, where he was a law review editor.
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The October Book of the Month is THE CHAMBER, written by Will Dean.
Six experienced saturation divers are locked inside a hyperbaric chamber. Calm and professional, they know that rapid decompression would be fatal and so they work in shifts, breathing helium, and surviving in hot, close quarters.
Then one of them is found dead in his bunk.
Will Dean grew up in the East Midlands of the United Kingdom. After studying law at the London School of Economics and working in London, he settled in rural Sweden where he built a wooden house in a vast forest, and it’s from this base that he compulsively reads and writes. His debut novel, DARK PINES, was selected for Zoe Ball’s book club on ITV, shortlisted for the National Book Award (UK), The Guardian’s Not the Booker prize, and was named a Telegraph book of the year. He is also the author of THE LAST ONE, FIRST BORN, THE LAST THING TO BURN, which was shortlisted for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year, and THE CHAMBER.
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Congressman Mike Waltz represents Florida’s 6th Congressional district. A true warrior diplomat, he is the first Green Beret elected to Congress
• He is a combat-decorated Army Special Forces Officer and served as a White House and Pentagon policy advisor between combat deployments to Afghanistan.
• Congressman Waltz attended the Virginia Military Institute and served more than two decades in the U.S. Army conducting multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. He continues to serve the country as a Colonel in the National Guard. • He is the author of the book WARRIOR DIPLOMAT: A GREEN BERET’S BATTLES FROM WASHINGTON TO AFGHANISTAN.
• His new book HARD TRUTHS: THINK AND LEAD LIKE A GREEN BERET where he shares how the mindset he honed in military service can help anyone - in politics, in business or in life - conquer everyday challenges, is available now.
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Today’s guest on the @dangerclose podcast is Congressman Mike Waltz @michaelgwaltz •
A true warrior diplomat, he is the first Green Beret elected to Congress where he represents Florida's 6th congressional district. • He is combat-decorated Army Special Forces Officer and served as a White House and Pentagon policy advisor between combat deployments to Afghanistan. • Congressman Waltz attended the Virginia Military Institute and served more than two decades in the U.S. Army conducting multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. He continues to serve the country as a Colonel in the National Guard. • He is the author of the book WARRIOR DIPLOMAT: A GREEN BERET’S BATTLES FROM WASHINGTON TO AFGHANISTAN.
• His new book HARD TRUTHS: THINK AND LEAD LIKE A GREEN BERET is out now! • Find our conversation and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the Jack Carr
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Pete Hegseth is the FOX News Channel co-host of FOX & Friends Weekend, a FOX Nation host, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and U.S. Army combat veteran with service in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Guantanamo Bay. Beyond broadcasting, Pete has hosted multiple Fox Nation specials including Modern Warriors and The MisEducation of America. He also spearheaded the FOX Nation Patriot Awards. Previously, he served as CEO of Concerned Veterans for America. Pete earned degrees from Princeton and Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. He resides in Middle Tennessee with his wife Jenny and their seven children.
His latest book, The War on Warriors: Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free, is available now.
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Haviv Rettig Gur is a veteran Israeli journalist and the Senior Analyst at The Times of Israel. Since 2005, he has reported on Israel's politics, foreign policy, education system, and its relationship with the Jewish diaspora, with coverage spanning over 20 countries. A former combat medic in the 50th Battalion of the IDF's airborne infantry, Haviv brings a deep understanding of the complexities facing Israel, shaped by both his professional and military experiences.
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Trey Yingst is an American journalist based in Jerusalem, Israel serving as the chief foreign correspondent for Fox News. Yingst has reported from the Gaza Strip and war zones around the world. On October 7, 2023, Yingst reported on the Hamas attack on Israel. He covered the Kfar Aza massacre, embedded with the IDF in Gaza, and reported on the tunnel system under Gaza, earning praise for his calm and poised reporting throughout the war.
His first book, BLACK SATURDAY, is available now.
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The first of Jack’s new non-fiction series, TARGETED, is available NOW! This is the first in a new series written with Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott exploring history’s most devastating terrorist attacks and their enduring global impacts.
This inaugural installment of TARGETED delves into the tragic events of October 23, 1983, when terrorists struck the U.S. Marine Corps barracks and headquarters building in Beirut, Lebanon. The blast was one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history and resulted in the Marines greatest single-day loss of life since the battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
Join Jack in reflecting on the lessons of this pivotal moment in American history by listening to Chapter 35 of TARGETED: BEIRUT - THE 1983 MARINE BARRACKS BOMBING AND THE UNTOLD ORIGIN STORY OF THE WAR ON TERROR, narrated by Ray Porter.
There are lessons in the pages of history.
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The first of Jack’s new non-fiction series, TARGETED, is available NOW! This is the first in a new series written with Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott exploring history’s most devastating terrorist attacks and their enduring global impacts.
This inaugural installment of TARGETED delves into the tragic events of October 23, 1983, when terrorists struck the U.S. Marine Corps barracks and headquarters building in Beirut, Lebanon. The blast was one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history and resulted in the Marines greatest single-day loss of life since the battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
Join Jack in reflecting on the lessons of this pivotal moment in American history by listening to the Preface of TARGETED: BEIRUT - THE 1983 MARINE BARRACKS BOMBING AND THE UNTOLD ORIGIN STORY OF THE WAR ON TERROR, narrated by Ray Porter.
There are lessons in the pages of history.
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Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from TARGETED: BEIRUT by Jack Carr and James M. Scott, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2024 by Rainsford Consulting LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
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This month, the tables are turned when New York Times bestselling author Annie Jacobsen joins the show as guest-host to interview Jack and James M. Scott to discuss TARGETED: BEIRUT - THE 1983 MARINE BARRACKS BOMBING AND THE UNTOLD ORIGIN STORY OF THE WAR ON TERROR.
BEIRUT 1983: At dawn on Sunday, October 23, 1983, a truck laden with explosives crashes into the headquarters and barracks building of the U.S. Marine Corps peacekeeping force in Beirut, Lebanon, killing 241 American servicemen in what was the largest non-nuclear explosion on record. What followed is one of the greatest rescue stories in history.
Jack Carr is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE TERMINAL LIST Series, and host of the DANGER CLOSE podcast and the JACK CARR BOOK CLUB podcast.
James M. Scott is a Pulitzer Prize finalist and former Nieman Fellow at Harvard. James is the author of BLACK SNOW, RAMPAGE, TARGET TOKYO, THE WAR BELOW, and The Attack on the Liberty.
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Rabbi Arnie Resnicoff’s life took a fateful turn on October 23, 1983, when he found himself amidst the chaos and devastation of the Beirut barracks bombing, a bombing that took the lives of 241 U.S. servicemembers in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. Rabbi Resnicoff was in Beirut to conduct a memorial service for Staff Sgt. Allen Soifert, a Jewish Marine killed by a sniper. Due to his observance of the Jewish Sabbath, he remained in Beirut following the service. When the bomb exploded, he was in a nearby building and immediately rushed to the site, becoming one of the first rescuers on the scene. Rabbi Resnicoff spent the entire day pulling survivors from the rubble and providing comfort to the dying. During the rescue, he lost his yarmulke, and Father George Pucciarelli crafted him a new one from the camouflage cover of a helmet. His actions that day were later chronicled in a letter to his wife and mother and in a report used by President Reagan. Today, Rabbi Resnicoff shares powerful memories of October 23, 1983, in the last episode of our limited series: Beirut Survivors.
Rabbi Arnold E. Resnicoff began his naval career as an enlisted man in the reserves during high school and served as a Navy line officer in Vietnam, where his ship was the first to enter Cambodia in 1970. After Vietnam and a stint with Naval Intelligence in Europe, he left the Navy to study at rabbinical school. Returning to the Navy Chaplain Corps, he served on active duty for nearly 25 years, earning the Defense Superior Service Medal for his work with military and civilian leaders throughout Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Rabbi Resnicoff also served as the National Director of Interreligious Affairs for the American Jewish Committee and continues to be a consultant on interfaith values and interreligious affairs. His life of service, both in and out of uniform, reflects a deep commitment to faith, humanity, and the enduring bonds forged in moments of profound challenge.
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On September 24, the first in Jack’s new non-fiction series, TARGETED, will be released. This is the first in a new series written with Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott exploring history’s most devastating terrorist attacks and their enduring global impacts.
This inaugural installment of TARGETED delves into the tragic events of October 23, 1983, when terrorists struck the U.S. Marine Corps barracks and headquarters building in Beirut, Lebanon. The blast was one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history and resulted in the Marines greatest single-day loss of life since the battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
Join Jack in reflecting on the lessons of this pivotal moment in American history by listening to Chapter Two of TARGETED: BEIRUT - THE 1983 MARINE BARRACKS BOMBING AND THE UNTOLD ORIGIN STORY OF THE WAR ON TERROR, narrated by Ray Porter.
There are lessons in the pages of history.
Order your copy of TARGETED: BEIRUT HERE.
Buy the audiobook https://bit.ly/TargetedBeirutAudio
Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from TARGETED: BEIRUT by Jack Carr and James M. Scott, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2024 by Rainsford Consulting LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
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Dr. Jimmy Ware’s life took a dramatic turn on October 23, 1983, when he found himself at the center of the medical rescue efforts following the Beirut barracks bombing, a bombing that took the lives of 241 U.S. servicemembers in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. As one of two dentists stationed in Beirut, Dr. Ware played a critical role in the aftermath of the attack. On the morning of the bombing, he and Dr. Gil Bigelow managed the entire medical response, drawing on their preparedness from a mass casualty plan devised by their friend, Dr. John Hudson. Later that day, Dr. Ware visited the bomb site and grasped the enormity of the devastation. His meticulous work, including the recovery of dental records from the ruins, proved essential in the identification of the fallen. Today, Dr. Ware shares his poignant and powerful story as part of our limited series: Beirut Survivors.
A native of Savannah, Georgia, Dr. Jimmy Ware earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University in 1978 and a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1982. Upon graduating, he joined the Fleet Marine Force, 2nd Dental Battalion at Camp Lejeune, NC, and later deployed to Lebanon with the 24th Marine Amphibious Unit as part of a Multinational Peacekeeping Mission. Over the course of his distinguished career, Dr. Ware received numerous decorations, including the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Navy Meritorious Service Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon, among others. His contributions in Beirut, both before and after the bombing, demonstrate his deep commitment to his teammates and his profession, leaving an indelible mark on those with whom he served.
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Danny Wheeler’s life was irrevocably altered on October 23, 1983, when he survived the Beirut barracks bombing, a bombing that took the lives of 241 U.S. servicemembers in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. As the Lutheran chaplain for the 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, Danny was responsible for the spiritual care of the Marines in Beirut. On the day of the bombing, he was in his bunk on the 4th floor of the BLT building. When the bomb detonated, Danny rode the collapsing structure down, becoming trapped for five harrowing hours. During this time, he thought of his family, recited the plots of Louis L’Amour novels, and argued with God. He was the last survivor pulled alive from the rubble. Today, Danny shares his incredible story of survival and faith as part of our limited series: Beirut Survivors.
Born in Menomonie, WI, and raised in Dallas, WI, Danny Wheeler earned a Master of Divinity from Luther Theological Seminary before being called to Naval Chaplaincy. He served with the 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, and later at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, TX, before transitioning to the Navy Reserves. Over 26 years in the Navy Chaplain Corps, Danny provided spiritual guidance and comfort in some of the most challenging environments, including the lead-up to and aftermath of the Beirut bombing, where he helped preside over memorial services and offered solace to Marines during intense shelling. Danny’s story is one of unwavering faith, service, and resilience.
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TARGETED: BEIRUT Chapter One Sneak Peek
On September 24, the first in Jack’s new non-fiction series, TARGETED, will be released. This is the first in a new series written with Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott exploring history’s most devastating terrorist attacks and their enduring global impacts.
This inaugural installment of TARGETED delves into the tragic events of October 23, 1983, when terrorists struck the U.S. Marine Corps barracks and headquarters building in Beirut, Lebanon. The blast was one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history and resulted in the Marines greatest single-day loss of life since the battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
Join Jack in reflecting on the lessons of this pivotal moment in American history by listening to Chapter 1 of TARGETED: BERUIT - THE 1983 MARINE BARRACKS BOMBING AND THE UNTOLD ORIGIN STORY OF THE WAR ON TERROR, narrated by Ray Porter.
There are lessons in the pages of history.
Order your copy of TARGETED: BEIRUT HERE.
Buy the audiobook https://bit.ly/TargetedBeirutAudio
Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from TARGETED: BEIRUT by Jack Carr and James M. Scott, read by Ray Porter. Copyright © 2024 by Rainsford Consulting LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
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Don Howell’s life took a profound turn on October 23, 1983, when he survived the devastating Beirut barracks bombing. As a young Navy corpsman, Don was stationed in Beirut where his close friend, Bryan Earle, tragically lost his life. The night before the attack that would take the lives of 241 U.S. servicemen in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history, Don said the Lord’s Prayer before transferring to the basement of the BLT building, where he narrowly escaped death. Buried under the rubble, a chunk of concrete hit Don in the right eye, leaving him blind in that eye to this day. Despite the darkness and chaos, he followed a beam of light and dug himself out. He was evacuated to Germany where he was awarded a Purple Heart by General Paul Kelly. Don’s story of survival is a testament to resilience and faith, and today, he shares that powerful journey with us as part of our limited series: Beirut Survivors.
Don Howell is a retired U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, Chief Petty Officer, who served 22 years in the U.S. Navy, with postings in various critical medical roles across the globe. After retiring as a critical care nurse, he continues to pursue his passions, including music and fitness, while maintaining strong ties with those he served alongside, demonstrating a life marked by service, resilience, and dedication.
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Randy Gaddo’s life was forever changed on October 23, 1983, when a truck bomb destroyed
the barracks where he would have been working had he not stopped for a cup of coffee. The
blast claimed the lives of 241 U.S. servicemen in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in
history. Today, Randy joins us to share his powerful story in the first of a limited series: Beirut
Survivors.
Randy is a retired U.S. Marine Chief Warrant Officer-4 who served from 1976 to 1996. As a
Marine, he spent nearly ten years as a combat correspondent before transitioning to a public
affairs and media officer role for the remainder of his 20-year career. Randy is a seasoned
journalist, photojournalist, editor, and media relations expert. After his military service, he served
as the Director of Leisure Services for Peachtree City, GA, for nearly 15 years, overseeing
parks, recreation, and special events. Today, Randy runs his own business,
RGCommunications©, offering freelance writing services and performing music as Boomerang
Music.
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