The Protectors® Podcast
Welcome to The Protectors® Podcast, where the valor meets the storyteller. Hosted by Jason Piccolo, a seasoned veteran and retired special agent, this series is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the courage and tales of those who pledge to protect us. Beyond the front-line stories of bravery and dedication, this podcast goes a step further, weaving in the perspectives of those who bolster and narrate the protector's journey—featuring a remarkable lineup including New York Times Best Sellers and acclaimed Hollywood actors.
The Protectors® Podcast offers a diverse array of voices, from those who wear the uniform to the authors and entertainers who amplify their stories. It's a unique blend that highlights not only the raw realities faced by our protectors but also how their sacrifices inspire the narratives we cherish in literature and film. Each episode is a testament to the interconnected worlds of service and support, bringing listeners an unmatched depth of insight.
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a retired federal agent, former U.S. Army Infantry Captain (Iraq 2006), and author.
Past Guests Include:- Sean Patrick Flanery - Andrews & Wilson- Mark Greaney- Stephen Hunter- Remi Adeleke - Florent Groberg - Clint Emerson - Travis Mills
The Protectors® Podcast
#33 | Thomas Pecora | CIA | Author & CIA Protective Ops Veteran
Peeled back the curtain of the CIA’s protective service operations chatting with Thomas Pecora. Thomas spent 24 years protecting our Nation’s clandestine officers. From 1989 to 210, Thomas served in every hot zone you can imagine. From Somalia during “Black Hawk Down” to Iraq to the Philippines. We also closed talking about the CIA Officers Memorial Fund. Thomas’ book “Guardian: Life in the Crosshairs of the CIA's War on Terror” is out NOW on every major book site.
From the book: Somalia was Pecora’s first deployment as a CIA Protective Operations Cadre (POC) officer, responsible for providing protective operations support in hostile areas of the world. He later headed up a series of the Agency’s undisclosed protective operations teams. From 1989 until his retirement in 2013, he was assigned to multiple war zones across Africa, Latin America, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, doing the kind of work few are even aware exists.
LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-pecora-053b503a
GUARDIAN Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Guardian-561121847691876
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1s8iH1WsQk
Instagram: @GUARDIAN_Novel
CIA Memorial Foundation: https://www.ciamemorialfoundation.org/
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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