Carry On Podcast with Brad Colbert

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In this SITREP edition of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a sharp, strategic breakdown of the world’s most volatile pressure points. This episode dives deep into Iran’s potential regime-change pathways, U.S. carrier group deterrence, nuclear risk scenarios, and the expanding role of sanctions against the IRGC.

Brad also exposes allegations of U.S. tech being funneled to Russia in violation of export controls, breaks down how sanctions evasion actually works, and analyzes the ethical and legal fallout. The episode closes with a hard look at domestic enforcement tensions in Minnesota, DHS operations, use-of-force controversies, and the collision between immigration enforcement and Second Amendment rights.

Clear-eyed, unscripted, and grounded in real-world military and geopolitical experience — this SITREP cuts through noise and headlines to explain what matters next.

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In this SITREP episode of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a comprehensive, no-nonsense breakdown of rapidly unfolding global military and geopolitical events. This episode dives deep into Iran’s escalating internal unrest and regime pressure, U.S. military deterrence posture, carrier group movements, cyber and kinetic strike options, and the real-world consequences of potential conflict in the Middle East.

Brad also unpacks the shifting situation in Syria, including ISIS detainees, U.S. policy reversals, Kurdish SDF integration, Turkey’s role, Israeli airstrikes, and the moral cost of abandoning battlefield partners. From Space Force expansion and freedom of navigation operations near Taiwan to energy markets, sanctions, and global deterrence, this SITREP connects strategy, history, and hard realities without political spin.

If you care about military strategy, national security, modern warfare, geopolitics, and what actually happens behind the headlines, this episode is required listening.

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In this special SITREP edition of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a deep, no-spin analysis of the escalating protests in Iran and the real possibility of regime collapse. This episode breaks down the role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iran’s shadow economy, oil revenue, cyber warfare, and how U.S. military pressure could intersect with internal unrest.

xpect a clear-eyed look at what could trigger regime change, what could go catastrophically wrong, and how Iran, China, Russia, Israel, and global energy markets would respond. This episode is a strategic thought experiment grounded in military doctrine, geopolitics, and real-world consequences — not cable-news speculation.

Topics include: Iran protests, IRGC power structure, regime change scenarios, U.S. military strategy, oil markets, cyber warfare, China & Russia reactions, Middle East stability, and humanitarian intervention.

In this SITREP episode of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a no-nonsense breakdown of one of the most volatile global security weeks in recent memory. From Venezuela and Iran to Ukraine, Greenland, Cyber Command, and great-power competition with China and Russia, this episode cuts through headlines to explain what actually happened, why it matters, and what comes next. Expect clear military context, strategic analysis, and unfiltered commentary on modern warfare, cyber operations, deterrence, U.S. force posture, and second-order geopolitical consequences. If you care about national security, global conflict, military strategy, and real-world implications beyond cable news talking points, this SITREP is for you. Topics include: Venezuela operations, Iran protests, Ukraine and NATO, Cyber Command, Space Force, China & Russia, U.S. military strategy, and global deterrence.

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In this SITREP episode, Brad “Iceman” Colbert reflects on the major global developments shaping the last month, focusing on growing economic-driven protests in Iran and rising military posturing by China around Taiwan.

Brad breaks down what these events reveal about shifting power dynamics, internal pressure on authoritarian systems, and the growing risk of escalation in key regions of the world. With a veteran’s perspective, he examines how unrest, deterrence, and strategic signaling intersect — and what these trends could mean for global stability moving forward.

This episode looks beyond headlines to explore how economic strain, military posture, and political pressure collide, shaping the future of conflict and diplomacy.

No spin. No noise. Just clear analysis on war, geopolitics, leadership, and the realities of a changing world.

In this SITREP, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert breaks down three rising national-security flashpoints shaking Washington and the Pentagon.

Brad digs into the growing threat of classified documents handled by GovAI systems, exploring whether artificial intelligence is becoming a force multiplier — or a vulnerability — in intelligence operations. He also tackles the controversial debate over free U.S. citizenship through military service and whether fast-tracking recruits creates a major security risk for the armed forces.

Finally, Brad examines the rapid expansion of U.S. military drone programs, the shift toward autonomous surveillance and strike capability, and what it means for future warfare and American dominance.

No narratives. No talking points. Just veteran clarity on war, politics, leadership, technology, and the fight to stay human in a world racing toward automation.

In this SITREP, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert breaks down the Trump administration’s newly released National Security Strategy, placing it within the long arc of U.S. foreign policy. Brad explains the administration’s shift toward sovereignty, unilateralism, and America-first strategic priorities, marking a significant departure from decades of globalist approaches.

He analyzes the renewed prioritization of the Western Hemisphere, its impact on U.S. military and intelligence operations, and the heightened strategic importance of Taiwan in the growing U.S.–China rivalry. Brad also examines the shifting weight placed on Europe, the deliberate deprioritization of the Middle East, and what these realignments signal for future U.S. engagement.

The Iceman dives into the rapidly expanding role of AI in military operations—from targeting and logistics to intelligence and autonomous systems—and how artificial intelligence is already reshaping the future battlefield.

This SITREP delivers unfiltered insight into how these strategic shifts will affect U.S. foreign policy, global stability, national defense, and the next era of warfare.

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In this SITREP, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert breaks down the escalating hidden war over Venezuela’s rare earth minerals—resources that sit at the center of global power, U.S. national security, and the rapidly intensifying competition with China. Brad examines why these minerals matter, how China gained dominance in the global supply chain, and why the U.S. military is paying close attention to Venezuela’s untapped mineral wealth.

From resource warfare to environmental impact, from foreign policy dilemmas to the future of U.S. strategic readiness, Brad exposes the real stakes behind the Venezuelan crisis—and how control of these minerals could reshape global power dynamics for decades to come.

The Iceman also weighs in on security clearances and the recent Pete Hegseth Signal chat debacle, breaking down what happened, why it matters, and what it reveals about trust, communication, and modern information security within the military and media.

No spin. No filters. Just straight, mission-focused analysis on war, geopolitics, leadership, national security, and the world as it is.

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In Episode 4 of the Carry On Podcast, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert sits down with fellow Marine and Generation Kill legend Josh Ray Person. Together, they revisit the real stories behind the series and talk openly about their deployment in Iraq, experiences connected to Afghanistan, and the realities of Marine Corps life on and off the battlefield.

From the chaos of combat to the humor that kept them sane, Brad and Ray dive deep into USMC culture, Marine Corps brotherhood, leadership under fire, wartime decisions, resilience, and life after service. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it means to serve, survive, and carry those experiences into the future.

A must-listen for anyone interested in the Marine Corps, Generation Kill, USMC training, combat deployments, veteran stories, and the bonds forged in the fire of war.

A special Whiskey and War Stories Episode with Josh Ray Person will be available on the Patreon soon! 

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In this SITREP, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert tackles a fast-moving week across national defense, geopolitics, and global crises. Brad breaks down the surge in Venezuela cartel fatalities and intensified U.S. counter-narcotics operations, the growing push toward censoring speech, and escalating pressure at the Mexico–U.S. border.

He highlights America’s emerging defense technologies, including advanced micro-reactors, and examines a historic moment in national readiness: U.S. military recruitment reaching 100% — a never-before-seen level in modern history. Brad also discusses the cultural impact of the Boy Scouts and the military, long-standing traditions of service, and how both institutions shape character and leadership in the next generation.

With rising violence against believers, Brad addresses the Nigerian Christian genocide, and reviews early developments surrounding a potential Russia–Ukraine peace agreement.

No scripts. No spin. Just raw, veteran-driven clarity on war, politics, leadership, national defense, and the fight to stay human in a fractured world.

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