Carry On Podcast with Brad Colbert

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.
 
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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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In this SITREP, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert tackles a torrent of breaking global headlines: from human rights violations in Nigeria and the rise of faith under fire, to Trump’s Christian messaging in foreign policy and Pete Hegseth’s Syria remarks. He also dissects a potential Syria-Israel peace deal, exploring what it could mean for Middle East stability and the global balance of power.
With veteran clarity, Brad brings unfiltered insight to the intersection of war, politics, religion, leadership, and the fight to stay human in today’s fractured world.
 
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Retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert speaks with licensed psychotherapist Dawn Herring about trauma, PTSD, and the mental battles veterans face long after service. Together they explore resilience, recovery, and what it really means to heal from the invisible wounds of war.
 
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In this SITREP episode, retired Marine Brad “Iceman” Colbert delivers a frontline briefing on America’s nuclear shadow: from President Trump’s renewed nuclear posturing, to Cold War legacy tactics like “duck and cover,” and what it means for global stability today. Brad breaks down the strategic logic and psychological impact of a nuclear triad readiness, the bluff-stakes of war politics, and how civilian fear becomes policy. No filters. No fluff. Just the veteran insight you need in a fractured world.
 
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