Carry On Podcast with Brad Colbert

Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, China Military Purge, Syria, SDF, Niger Coup, Military Analysis, Geopolitics
Xi Jinping, ISIS, Russia, Africa, Chain of Command, Modern Warfare, Military Strategy, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines three major military developments that all point to the same underlying problem: command and control. From Syria's integration of the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, to a military mutiny in Niger, to Xi Jinping's continued purge of China's senior military leadership, this SITREP explores how military organizations succeed—or fail—when trust inside the chain of command begins to erode.
In this week's SITREP, Brad breaks down the facts behind each story, separates confirmed reporting from speculation, and explains why these events could have long-term consequences for global security, counterterrorism, and the balance of military power.
In this episode:
• Syria's integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and what it means for the fight against ISIS• Why command integration is more difficult than simply changing uniforms• The military mutiny in Niger and Russia's reported role in stabilizing the junta• Why military cohesion is built on trust—not fear• Xi Jinping's continued military purge and what it says about China's leadership• The difference between command, control, and political loyalty• How military organizations fracture from within• What to watch next in Syria, Niger, and China as these stories continue to develop
Military strength isn't measured only by tanks, aircraft, or missiles. It also depends on leadership, trust, logistics, and the ability to execute decisions under pressure. This episode explores why those human factors may be the deciding element in tomorrow's conflicts.
If you're interested in Generation Kill, military strategy, modern warfare, China, Syria, Russia, ISIS, Africa, geopolitics, and national security, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert.
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Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, U.S. Military, Military Readiness, Ukraine War, Drone Warfare, NATO, Abrams Tanks, Military Analysis
155mm Artillery, General Dynamics, Aircraft Carriers, USS Abraham Lincoln, USS George Washington, Modern Warfare, Geopolitics, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines three stories that reveal a much larger problem facing the United States: readiness.
A U.S. armored brigade struggles against experienced Ukrainian drone operators during a major NATO exercise. A $533 million artillery production project delivers zero accepted 155mm projectile bodies. And one of America's aircraft carriers completes an extraordinary deployment while another is diverted from the Pacific to sustain operations in the Middle East. These aren't isolated headlines—they're different symptoms of the same strategic challenge.
In this episode:
How Ukrainian drone operators overwhelmed U.S. armored formations during a major training exercise
Why drones are changing the future of armored warfare
The $533 million artillery factory that failed to deliver usable shells
What went wrong with America's defense industrial base
The USS George Washington relieving the USS Abraham Lincoln after an extended combat deployment
Why carrier rotations reveal growing strain on U.S. global commitments
The difference between owning military capability and sustaining military readiness
What these three stories reveal about the future of American military power
Military superiority isn't just about having the world's best equipment—it's about integrating technology, sustaining industrial production, and maintaining global readiness over time. Brad breaks down why these three stories matter and what they tell us about the future of modern warfare.
If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, Ukraine, military strategy, drone warfare, U.S. military readiness, geopolitics, and national defense, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert.
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rad Colbert, Generation Kill, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, Middle East, Iran, Houthis, Military Alliance, Geopolitics
NATO, Modern Warfare, Missile Defense, North Korea, Russia, Ukraine, Military Analysis, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert breaks down one of the most important geopolitical developments that almost nobody is talking about: a new Saudi Arabia–Turkey–Pakistan defense agreement and what it could mean for the balance of power in the Middle East. Could this become a regional NATO, or is it simply a political statement? Brad explains what the agreement says, what it doesn't say, and why the Houthis may have already tested its credibility.
Brad also examines the growing concern over America's missile inventories after recent operations in the Middle East. He explains why wars are won by industrial capacity as much as battlefield success, how missile stockpiles are replenished, and why production speed could become America's biggest strategic vulnerability in a prolonged conflict.
Finally, the episode explores North Korea's expanding military cooperation with Russia in Ukraine, what Pyongyang is learning from real combat, and why those battlefield lessons could have lasting consequences far beyond Europe.
In this episode:
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan's new defense pact
Could it become a NATO-style alliance?
The Houthi attacks and regional deterrence
America's missile production and stockpile challenges
Patriot, THAAD, and Tomahawk inventory concerns
Why logistics determine who wins wars
North Korea's growing role in the Ukraine conflict
What Russia gains from North Korean support
The future of deterrence in an increasingly unstable world
If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, military strategy, geopolitics, Middle East security, Ukraine, Russia, North Korea, and national defense, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and long-form military analysis from Brad Colbert.
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Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Iran, Israel, Middle East, Drone Warfare, Ukraine, Military Analysis, Geopolitics
Iran Missiles, Strait of Hormuz, Patriot Missiles, Pentagon, Modern Warfare, U.S. Military, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines one of the biggest questions in modern warfare: if Iran suffered major strikes against its missile infrastructure, how was it still able to launch another wave of attacks just days later?
In this week's SITREP, Brad explains the critical difference between damaging a military capability and defeating it. Using newly available reporting, he breaks down Iran's missile recovery, the ongoing diplomatic pause, America's rapidly shrinking interceptor stockpiles, and why the next phase of the conflict may depend more on logistics and politics than bombs alone.
In this episode:
Why Iran was able to launch missiles after major U.S. strikes
The difference between repair, reactivation, reconstitution, and regeneration
The latest negotiations involving the Strait of Hormuz
America's Patriot and THAAD missile inventory concerns
How the Pentagon is funding the Iran campaign
Why military logistics—not headlines—determine long-term success
The U.S.–Ukraine drone production partnership
Why Ukraine's drone industry is years ahead of America's
Lessons every military planner should be studying today
From missile warfare and defense spending to autonomous drones and industrial capacity, this episode explores the realities of modern conflict beyond the daily headlines.
If you're interested in Generation Kill, military strategy, Iran, Ukraine, drone warfare, missile defense, geopolitics, and modern warfare, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and in-depth military analysis from Brad Colbert.
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Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Ukraine War, Robot Warfare, Drone Warfare, Modern Warfare, Military Analysis, Autonomous Weapons
Ukraine, Russia, Military Technology, NATO, Robotics, Black Sea, Amphibious Assault, Geopolitics, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert examines one of the most significant battlefield innovations of the Ukraine war: an unmanned surface vessel deploying an armed ground robot onto Russian-held territory. While the tactical outcome remains unclear, the strategic implications could reshape amphibious warfare and modern military doctrine for decades.
In this week's Carry On Podcast SITREP, Brad explores how Ukraine is combining air, sea, and ground robotics into a single combat architecture, why autonomous systems are transforming warfare, and what NATO, Russia, and the United States should be learning from the conflict. He also breaks down Ukraine's evolving strategy in Crimea, the campaign against Russian logistics and energy infrastructure, and what a realistic Ukrainian victory could look like in the years ahead.
In this episode:
Ukraine's robotic amphibious assault at Kinburn Spit
How drones, robotic boats, and ground robots are changing warfare
Why communications—not weapons—are the true center of gravity
The future of autonomous combat systems
Ukraine's campaign against Crimea and Russian logistics
Why logistics—not territory—may determine the outcome of the war
How NATO should adapt to the next generation of battlefield technology
What a realistic Ukrainian victory over Russia might actually look like
Lessons military planners around the world should be studying today
The future battlefield may not begin with soldiers storming the beach. It may begin with machines.
If you're interested in Generation Kill, modern warfare, Ukraine, Russia, drone warfare, military technology, Marine Corps doctrine, geopolitics, and national security, subscribe for weekly SITREP briefings and long-form military analysis from Brad Colbert.
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Congress, Israel, NDAA 2027, Iran, Trump, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East, Military Analysis, Geopolitics
In this week's Carry On Podcast SITREP, Brad "Iceman" Colbert breaks down one of the biggest defense stories almost nobody is talking about.
Congress quietly prevented a public vote on the proposed U.S.–Israel Defense Technology Initiative inside the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). What does the legislation actually do? Why was the amendment blocked? And what could it mean for America's military, defense industry, and long-term strategic independence?
Brad also examines the rapidly changing situation in the Middle East, including:
The latest U.S. and Iran escalation
The Strait of Hormuz and global shipping risks
The future of Iran's leadership after Khamenei
The breakdown of ceasefire negotiations
Israel's strategic objectives
Why military escalation and diplomacy are colliding
The new Kraken unmanned surface vessel and why it matters for future naval warfare
This episode delivers a fact-based military and geopolitical analysis without partisan talking points, focusing on strategy, military capability, national security, and global stability.
If you enjoy military history, current events, strategic analysis, foreign policy, and modern warfare, subscribe for weekly SITREP updates from former Marine Recon veteran Brad "Iceman" Colbert.
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Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Marine Recon, Iraq War, Military Leadership, PTSD, Moral Injury, Combat Experience
Recon Marines, Marine Corps, Military History, Leadership, Modern Warfare, Special Operations, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert returns for the final installment of this special three-part AMA series, answering some of the most thoughtful and challenging questions submitted by listeners. Drawing on decades of experience as a Marine Recon veteran, Brad shares his perspective on combat, leadership, moral injury, military history, modern warfare, and life beyond the battlefield.
In this episode:
• Coping with moral injury and life after combat• Leadership lessons from the Marine Corps and Recon Marines• Behind-the-scenes stories from Generation Kill• What happened after the Iraq invasion ended• Why speed often beats armor on the modern battlefield• Humvees, vehicle protection, and military mobility• The books that shaped Brad's military philosophy, including On War, The Art of War, and Meditations• Recon training, endurance, and mental toughness• Military history, Hollywood, and the movies that got it right—and wrong• Rules of engagement, lawful orders, and combat ethics• Questions about motorcycles, aviation, gaming, military technology, and much more
From moral injury and battlefield leadership to military history, reconnaissance, combat vehicles, and the future of warfare, this AMA covers the questions that service members, veterans, and military enthusiasts ask most.
If you're interested in Generation Kill, Marine Corps history, Recon Marines, military leadership, modern warfare, combat ethics, Iraq War history, and geopolitical analysis, subscribe for weekly SITREP episodes, AMAs, and long-form conversations with veterans, military leaders, and subject matter experts.
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Andrew Priddy, Marine Recon, Cancer Survivor, Marine Corps, Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Military Leadership
Addiction Recovery, Faith, Resilience, Living Hard Saved by His Grace, Veteran Stories, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert sits down with former Marine Recon officer Andrew Priddy for one of the most inspiring conversations ever featured on the Carry On Podcast.
Andrew's story is one of extraordinary resilience. A former Marine reconnaissance platoon commander, six-time cancer survivor, and author of Living Hard, Saved by His Grace, he opens up about military service, addiction, recovery, faith, leadership, and the battles that continued long after leaving the battlefield.
In this episode:
• Why Andrew chose the Marine Corps and Recon• Lessons from leading Marines under pressure• Surviving cancer six separate times• Overcoming addiction and rebuilding his life• Faith, perseverance, and finding purpose after hardship• The inspiration behind Living Hard, Saved by His Grace• Leadership lessons that apply far beyond the military• Life after service and the power of resilience
This is more than a military interview.
It's a story about perseverance, redemption, leadership, and refusing to quit—no matter what life puts in front of you.
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Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Marine Recon, Iraq War, Military Leadership, Ukraine War, Modern Warfare, Combat Stories Recon Marines, Marine Corps, Rules of Engagement, Drone Warfare, One Bullet Away, Military History, Carry On Podcast Support the mission and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bradicemancolbert Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert returns for Part 2 of a special three-part AMA, answering your toughest questions about military leadership, Marine Recon, the Iraq War, Generation Kill, modern warfare, and life beyond the battlefield. Drawing from decades of combat experience, Brad offers candid insight into the realities of war, leadership, and the rapidly changing future of conflict. In this episode: • Marine Recon equipment and technology during the Iraq invasion • Rules of Engagement in Iraq and Afghanistan • Behind-the-scenes stories from Generation Kill • Ukraine, drones, tanks, and the future of warfare • Why the Marine Corps retired its tanks • Leadership lessons for young officers and enlisted Marines • The Recon mindset and decentralized command • Scout Snipers, force modernization, and the future of the Marine Corps • Brad's thoughts on One Bullet Away by Nathaniel Fick • Favorite military rifles, firearms, and AR-15 platforms • The Royal Marines, training, and unforgettable stories • Video games, military books, and listener rapid-fire questions This AMA covers everything from combat leadership and battlefield innovation to military history, firearms, technology, and the personal experiences that shaped one of America's most recognizable Recon Marines. If you're interested in Generation Kill, the Marine Corps, Recon Marines, modern warfare, Ukraine, military leadership, Iraq War history, or geopolitical analysis, subscribe for weekly SITREP episodes, AMA sessions, and long-form conversations with veterans, historians, and military professionals. Part 3 is coming soon. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay frosty. WATCH NEXT: ▶ Latest SITREP Episodes ▶ Generation Kill Stories & Behind the Scenes ▶ Brad Colbert AMA Playlist ▶ Military Leadership & Modern Warfare Discussions #GenerationKill #BradColbert #MarineCorps #ReconMarines #MilitaryLeadership #UkraineWar #ModernWarfare #MilitaryPodcast #CarryOnPodcast #AMA

Brad Colbert, Generation Kill, Iran News, Trump, War Powers Act, Middle East Conflict, Military Analysis, Geopolitics
Congress vs President, Strait of Hormuz, Iran Conflict, U.S. Military, National Security, Marine Corps, Carry On Podcast
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Generation Kill's Brad "Iceman" Colbert breaks down the week's biggest military, geopolitical, and national security stories with strategic analysis drawn from decades of combat experience as a U.S. Marine Recon veteran.
This week on the Carry On Podcast SITREP, Brad examines Congress' historic challenge to presidential war powers as tensions with Iran continue to escalate. From the constitutional battle in Washington to the Strait of Hormuz, this episode explores how politics, military strategy, and deterrence are colliding in real time.
In this episode:
• Congress votes to challenge presidential war powers over Iran• What the War Powers Resolution actually means for future conflicts• The latest U.S.–Iran negotiations and the dispute over frozen Iranian assets• Iran's strategy in the Strait of Hormuz and the growing maritime crisis• How the IRGC tests American deterrence through gray-zone warfare• Why CENTCOM, U.S. allies, and global shipping remain on high alert• How this vote could influence future conflicts involving China, Russia, North Korea, and other global flashpoints• The remarkable story of Marine Major James Capers Jr. finally receiving the Medal of Honor nearly 60 years after his heroic actions in Vietnam.
The battlefield isn't just in the Middle East.
It's in Congress.
It's in international law.
It's in maritime trade routes.
And it's in the political will of nations deciding whether deterrence still works.
If you follow military strategy, modern warfare, geopolitics, the Marine Corps, Generation Kill, Iran, China, Russia, Ukraine, national security, or global conflict, subscribe for weekly SITREP analysis and long-form conversations with military leaders, historians, veterans, and subject matter experts.
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