The Protectors® with Jason Piccolo

On May 26th at 7PM EST / 4PM PST a LIVE discussion about Domestic Trafficking from the experts from DeliverFund and Dr. Jason Piccolo, host of The Protectors was streamed on YouTube.  We talked about what to look for.  How to protect your children.  The methods traffickers use to find victims.  And much more.  

Note:  This show and topic may be sensitive.  It concerns trafficking in the United States of children and teens.  This discussion will focus on trafficking in the United States, not specifically overseas trafficking.

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Geraint Jones stopped by THE PROTECTORS this week to talk about history, the need to pick up a book, technology, his book LOST IN THE FIRE, and a ton more.  We weigh in on some tough current topics, a great conversation.  

About Geraint. Geraint Jones is a New York Times and Sunday Times best-selling writer, podcast host, and a combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan.

Since his debut in 2016 alongside writing’s superstar James Patterson, Geraint has written 12 books ranging from historical fiction published by Penguin, to his own Afghanistan memoir that was published by Pan MacMillan in 2019, for which he featured in The Times Magazine, The Daily Mail, and appeared on BBC’s The One Show.

As well as writing under his own name, Geraint is an accomplished ghost writer, and has also edited works for superstar DJ’s, and entrepreneurial legends. He is a songwriter, with his first Spotify release receiving a million streams in 6 months, and his screenplay MVP, written with former Green Beret and NFL player Nate Boyer, is in pre-production with Balboa – the production company of Sylvester Stallone.

Geraint lives at home in Wales, where he enjoys the outdoors, the local gym, and records his podcast Veteran State Of Mind, which is sponsored by The Royal British Legion.

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Andrews & Wilson joined the show to talk about their new book SONS OF VALOR and we talk all about their collaboration with Bonefrog Coffee! You've seen Bonefrog on The Protectors. They teamed up with Andrews & Wilson to give back to the community.

Andrews & Wilson is honored to partner with Bonefrog Coffee—a veteran-owned and operated premium, small-batch coffee roastery located in the Pacific Northwest. Founded by former Navy SEAL, Tim Cruickshank, Bonefrog Coffee is a tribute to the "brotherhood" of all those who served in the Naval Special Warfare community as well as all Americans who served in the US Armed Forces. At Bonefrog, giving is the mission, and a of all proceeds to these important organizations. Sons of Valor Specialty Blend is roasted and packed in the USA. At Bonefrog, giving is the mission. 100% of A&W proceeds from this joint venture are donated to veteran causes and non-profits supported by Bonefrog Coffee. #bonefrog #bonefrogcoffee #andrewsandwilson #theprotectors

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Shane Erickson, a Senior Targeting Analyst with DeliverFund, joined The Protectors to shine a light on trafficking and ways we can help.  Please note this interview contains graphic and sensitive content.  

You can stop traffickers.  No, not by arresting them, nor any vigilante action, but by raising awareness.  You can report suspected trafficking.  You can be a great witness for law enforcement.  Raise awareness is more than just telling your friends.  You can get involved and ask your local politicians what they are doing to address trafficking.  You can go farther and ask Congress what they are doing.  You can volunteer.  YOU can help stop traffickers.   

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Jeanne Parker, DeliverFund’s Director of Special Programs, joined The Protectors to talk about child exploitation and trafficking.  Jeanne really opened up my eyes about what exactly is happening in the world of child trafficking, especially the sheer numbers of men who answer ads to purchase children for sex.  This is an especially important interview for parents out there and what our children are exposed to and how we may want to respond.   This is just one part of a series of trafficking interviews, make sure to subscribe and share.  Thank you all for the support.  For more information, check out DeliverFund.  They are truly in this fight.  

About Jeanne: Jeanne has dedicated her life to protecting children. She retired as a Commander from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office in Montana after 20 years of service and has spent more than 12 years working on Internet Crimes Against Children and human trafficking investigations. She continues to work as a Reserve Officer for ICAC for their unit in Montana.

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Salvador Hernandez, Sr. Intelligence Analyst with DeliverFund  , joined The Protectors to talk about his background in military intelligence working in the Special Operations community to transitioning to civilian live then entering the world of counter-trafficking.  We touch on numerous trafficking topics, make sure to check out the full interview 

From DeliverFund: DeliverFund was founded and is operated by a group of uniquely qualified and trained individuals. We have decades of experience from our careers in the CIA, NSA, Special Operations, and law enforcement, and we leverage cutting-edge technology into the ultimate weapon against human trafficking. The traffickers have gone online, so we follow them and track them down, using the same technologies that they’re using against them.

#deliverfund #endmoderndayslavery #endhumantrafficking #stophumantrafficking #fighthumantrafficking #theprotectors 

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Andrew Phillips joined The Protectors to talk about the recent launch of Stand Watch Knives line, being an LEO & Firefighter, and building a small business & brand.  

Note:  I purchased a Stand Watch knife, it is now my favorite fixed blade for sure.  It is not a mass produced made and you can tell.  Incredible detail and perfect weight.  

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Robert Garland joined The Protectors to talk about the important mission of FUND THE FIRST, how it was created, how you can be involved, and a ton more.  If you haven’t checked out their mission, please do.  Their site has numerous current “protectors” in need! 

About FUND THE FIRST: Each day, first responders and military personnel put their lives on the line not only to protect the public, but to protect our way of life. Unfortunately, while our nation’s heroes are the first to a crisis, they’re also often the first to be left behind. Our team consists of individuals from the first responder and military community in which we serve. We’ve experienced hardships firsthand and the different challenges that are present in this community. We founded Fund the First to provide other first responders, military, and medical professionals with a trusted place to get the support they need, when they need it.

Outside of FUND THE FIRST:  Robert is a decorated Detective with the New York City Police Department where he specializes in complex investigations. During his 12 years in law enforcement, Robert has worked in various roles and the NYPD’s Narcotics Division which included various joint interagency operations with the Department of Homeland Security and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Well respected in his field, Robert also serves as an expert witness to the Office of Special Narcotics New York.

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Kevin Lacz joined The Protectors to talk about his new book THE VETERAN'S WORK BOOK: HOW TO TRANSITION OUT OF THE MILITARY AND GET HIRED!  Seriously, this is a must book for the transitioning service member AND veterans.  Kevin talks about how he transitioned and the need for this book.  

Kevin is also the author of THE LAST PUNISHER: A SEAL TEAM THREE SNIPER'S TRUE ACCOUNT OF THE BATTLE OF RAMADI.  About Kevin:  Kevin completed two deployments to Iraq with SEAL Team THREE (Charlie and Delta) as a platoon sniper, breacher, and combat medic. He was fortunate enough to work alongside many of the toughest frogmen to ever wear the trident.  

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Chris Strom joined The Protectors to talk about his book BROOKLYN TO BAGHDAD, his time working the streets of NYC to his time overseas supporting the war effort in Iraq and tons more.  We need another interview for sure.  

About the book: Brooklyn to Baghdad is the true story of a retired NYPD intelligence sergeant applying his street-cop tactics and interrogation skills against a lethal insurgency that had infected Iraq. A group of retired Special Forces soldiers and law enforcement experts came together to form the counterinsurgency group codenamed “Phoenix Team.” Exposing the corruption of both the Iraqi and US governments, the team faced serious setbacks and challenges. Brooklyn to Baghdad shows the effectiveness of Phoenix Team, their ability to process forensic evidence and human intelligence gleaned through interrogations at the point of capture to provide direct targeting for follow-on missions. This memoir also illustrates the politics of Washington, DC, and the US Army in the war-fighting effort, which continually hampered complete success while simultaneously preserving career aspirations. Throughout are many humorous and emotional anecdotes that reveal the men behind the missions and the toll the theater of war takes on real human lives.

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