In this gripping Talking Lead Podcast episode, Lefty sits down with #1 New York Times bestselling author Kyle Mills to discuss his explosive new thriller, Fade In. Dive into the high-stakes world of ex-Navy SEAL Salam "Fade" al-Fayed as he tackles a global threat. Kyle shares insights on his move to Granada, Spain, and reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic, eerily predicted in his 2019 novel Lethal Agent. We also explore how his books Red War and Enemy of the State foreshadowed the Russian-Ukrainian and Israel-Palestine conflicts. Plus, hear how Kyle crafts authentic characters inspired by real-life figures, including his FBI-agent father and family acquaintances.

Whether you're a die-hard thriller fan, history buff, or follower of global affairs, this episode packs inspiration, intrigue, and unfiltered opinions. Tune in now on Spotify, Rumble, or Apple Podcasts—subscribe, rate, and review to join the Talking Lead community!

On this episode of Talking Lead: We explore the enduring allure of giants in human history and mythology. From Greek Titans and Norse Jotunn to biblical Nephilim, we uncover their ties to real-world locations like Samos, the Levant, and the Deccan Plateau, where fossils and megalithic structures may have inspired these tales. Delve into the science of human gigantism, examining cases like Robert Wadlow, and investigate how misidentified dinosaur and megafauna fossils shaped ancient stories. We also debunk infamous hoaxes like the Cardiff Giant, revealing the psychology behind these fabrications. Blending mythology, biology, paleontology, and archaeology, this episode reveals why giants continue to captivate us.

JACKWAGON TRAIN ALERT! Talking Lead unleashes a full-auto roast of July 2025's worst posers and flops, firing at will with the Lead Head Brigade's 2A fury! Lefty's joined by Ton Jones (Firebird Targets, airgun legend), Ryan "Koup" Kuperus (USMC Force Recon, The Reason Outdoors), and Tommy (TNOUTDOORS9, ballistics beast). Ton obliterates hyped-up gear, Koup snipes tactical fakes, and Tommy rips Hollywood's duds to shreds.

Jackwagon Lineup:

1. Shawn Ryan: Gifted Newsom a Sig Sauer but choked on the 2A grilling! Sellout or not? You tell us.

2. Gavin Newsom: "Pro-gun" poser signing anti-2A laws! We smell his slick hypocrisy.

3. Tim Kennedy: Fake "V" Bronze Star and war stories faker than Hollywood! @talkinglead says "Tim Kennedy fought more in his book than Iraq".

4. SilencerCo & Capitol Armory: "Tax-Free Tease" and "Fast Pass" scams fleece 2A fans with empty NFA promises!

5. Hollywood's Woke Flops: Marvel's Captain America: Brave New World (B- CinemaScore) bored fans with "empty" plots. Disney's Lilo & Stitch and Skeleton Crew tanked with woke pandering!

Join Lefty, Ton, and Koup at GOALS 2025 in Knoxville, Aug 8-10! Submit your Jackwagons and fight for liberty. Keep your loved ones close, your firearms closer!

Lead Head Brigade, get ready! Talking Lead hits the Leadquarters with a sharp focus on long-range shooting. Join experts Charlie Melton (ex-Navy SEAL, CharlieMikePrecision), Jim Gilliland (record-setting sniper, 1,367-yard shot), and Brad Stair (master gunsmith, Performance Guns) for insights on precision skills, top-tier gear, and stories like the 5,000-yard .408 Tejas shot. From techniques to myth-busting, we equip shooters, hunters, and competitors with pro tips for mastering distance. Visit Jim @long_gunner, Charlie @charliemelton13 and Brad @tejas_rifles on Instagram. Email questions to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or RUMBLE (for video) for more! Stay focused and keep Leaducating The Unleaducated!

Join Lefty and the Leadquarters Crew as we unpack what makes firearms training truly effective for beginners to advanced shooters. With top-tier instructors from WARHORSE BALLISTICS and Firearms Expert Andre Dall'au, we cover essential skills. Everything from safety and marksmanship to real-world scenarios, and we reveal how to spot top-notch programs while avoiding duds. Expect myth-busting, practical tips, gear talk, and new Talking Lead Merch and discount codes for the Lead Head Brigade. All and more in this high-energy session loaded with straight-shooting insights!

In this episode of Talking Lead, we unpack the frenzy of the "No Kings" protest in Nashville, where I slipped in undercover to expose what's really going down! Joined by guests Chad Enos and Nikolai Abplanalp, we break down the fiery .277 Wolverine round, the escalating Iran/Israel conflict, and Bear Creek Arsenal's game-changing bolt action uppers. We also speculate on what will happen if Silencers drop off of the NFA list? Plus, get the scoop on our slick new Talking Lead leather patches, license plates, and tumblers! Don't miss this action-packed show—subscribe and hit that bell for more!

Join us for a thrilling addition to Talking Lead's 80th anniversary VE Day episode (TLP-573), where we unravel the extraordinary tale of Joseph "Jumpin' Joe" Beyrle, a WWII paratrooper whose courage defined a generation. From heart-pounding D-Day jumps with the 101st Airborne to a remarkable twist of fate that saw him fight alongside the Soviet Red Army, Beyrle's unique dual service in both American and Soviet forces sets his story apart.

What drove this fearless soldier to bridge two armies in the fight for freedom? Dive into this captivating episode to uncover the legend of "Jumpin' Joe." Listen now and subscribe for more epic "Leaducation"!

Scramble the squad with Lefty and the Lead Head Brigade for a full-throttle tribute to VE Day's 80th anniversary, celebrating the Allied smackdown of Nazi Germany on May 8, 1945.

In Smashing Hitler at 80: VE Day's Firepower & Grit, we tear through the battles, weapons, and heroes that obliterated Hitler's war machine. Joseph Collins (WWII Airborne Demonstration Team, founder of The World War II Museum of the New River Valley in Blacksburg, VA), Andre Dall'au (D-Day historian), and Marco Vorobiev (ex-Soviet Spetsnaz, firearms expert) break down the major battles that lead to Berlin's fall, while geeking out over M1 Garands, Willy's Jeep, and MG42s. Expect raw stories, hardcore specs, and a salute to freedom's cost. Share your WWII family stories with #TalkingLead and subscribe for more Leaducational heat!

In this free spirited episode of Talking Lead, Lefty brings together a rowdy crew of shooters, content creators, and Kalash Bash veterans to swap stories from Kalash Bash Texas 2025. "Tales From A Kalash Bash Junkie," captures the wild moments, close calls, and standout experiences that made this year's event unforgettable.

From chaotic rifle stages and subgun madness to midnight campfires and tactical karaoke, the guests recount the best—and weirdest—parts of the weekend. Whether it's gear standouts, cosplay firefights, or unexpected friendships, this episode is packed with personality and gut-busting fun.

Plus, everyone takes on the fan-favorite "New Guy Questions" segment: first gun, favorite movie, and their ultimate range day dream team.

If you've ever wondered what it's like to live the Bash life, this is your front-row seat. This episode delivers the action, laughs, and community spirit that define Kalash Bash.

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Bugged boardrooms. Insider moles. Social engineers posing as safety inspectors!? In this Talking Lead episode, Lefty assembles a veteran intel crew—Bryan Seaver U.S. Army Military Police vet and owner of SAPS Squadron Augmented Protection Services, LLC, a Nashville outfit running dignitary protection, K9 ops, and intelligence training. A *Talking Lead* mainstay! He's got firsthand scoop on "Red Teaming"; Mitch Davis U.S. Marine, private investigator, interrogator, Phoenix Consulting Group (now DynCorp) contractor, with a nose for sniffing out moles and lies; Brad Duley U.S. Marine, embassy guard, Phoenix/DynCorp contractor, Iraq vet, deputy sheriff, and precision shooter, bringing tactical grit to the table —to expose the high-stakes world of corporate espionage.

They pull back the curtain on real-world spy tactics that were used during the the "Cold War" era and are still used in today's business battles: Red Team operations, honeypots, pretexting, data theft, and the growing threat of AI-driven deception. From cyber breaches to physical infiltrations, the tools of Cold War espionage are now aimed at American companies, defense tech, and even firearms innovation.

State-backed actors, insider threats, and corporate sabotage—it's not just overseas anymore. Tune-in and get "Leaducated"!!