Skillset Live

Skillset Live

Weekly radio show hosted by the editors of Skillset Magazine. Each episode Jason Swarr and Ben Tirpak interview celebrities, athletes, industry leaders, military and law enforcement heroes and on occasion, give a tongue and cheek breakdown of our current social climate in America.

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November 3, 2021 75 min

All across America we are seeing empty shelves, shipping container stockpiles, hyperinflation and yet, no one wants to take the blame. Is it our government creating this issue or has Covid become the easy excuse? Join editors Jason and Ben as they take a blue color approach to the workforce mess our great nation is currently dealing with and see if they have a solution to help right the ship. 

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There is nothing we hate more in this world than child predators. This is why we have brought in famed pedophile hunter, T Coy the Decoy to Skillset Live. Listen in as she breaks down her experiences as an online decoy for sickos looking to prey on your children. Plus, she gives us great tips on how you can monitor your own kids' online traffic to make sure they aren't falling victim to these dregs of society. Don't miss this show!

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Join us this week as we sit down with retired New York Firefighter, Niels Jorgensen as he relives the horrific moments of September 11th, 2001 and the lingering effects that almost ended his life. From losing a number of his best friends to fighting terminal cancer, this hero's story is one every American Patriot needs to hear.

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This week we get to put on the 5.11 pants and pull back the contractor curtain to get a first hand account on what it was like working for Blackwater in the mid 2000's. Morgan Lerette, author of Welcome To Blackwater, joins us in studio for some hilarious stories alongside a comprehensive breakdown on training, deployments and missions during his tenure as a security contractor.

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In this episode we sit down and have an honest discussion about the incremental decimation of our freedoms around the world. From Australia to Europe to right here in our own country, citizens are being paralized with fear and are willingly giving up their god given rights of life and liberty. Plus we discuss the horrible debacle in Afghanistan and what it will take to right the ship.

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He's back and on fire! Join us as we host rock star and American patriot, Tommy Vext to the Skillset studios! We break down his recent departure with Bad Wolves and then dive into his view on the current political climate in the USA. This show isn't for the faint of heart! Raw, uncut and pure Tommy Vext! That's how we like it!

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This week we invite former D1 wrestler and current Florida resident, David "Sunshine" Bolton into the Skillset studio for some crazy, 2021 Floridaman news stories! From stabbing your sister with EpiPens to slinging gators on roof tops, our favorite state in the union never disappoints! So smash that play button and let's do this!

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This week we welcome back Skillset's Conspiracy Czar, Daisy Hawkins! This episode is filled with heated discussions on all the current craziness that is filling up your news feeds. We cover the Wuhan virus leak, Jan 6th DC drama, vaccine passports, UFO's and even touch on vintage conspiracies such as the Kennedy assassination and other historic government cover ups. Are these theories coming true right in front of our eyes? Tune in...

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This week we are excited to sit down with Ryan Weaver, a former Army Blackhawk pilot turned country music star, as he explains what made him pursue the dream of becoming a recording artist. From following his brother's footsteps into Army aviation to the tragic loss of two family members in the line of duty, his road to stardom was filled with many ups and downs. Join us for this amazing podcast! 

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This week we are honored to sit down with UFC fighter, John "The Bull" Makdessi, to talk about effective nutritional habits and the mindset one must have to compete at an elite level. Are you fueling your body right? Is your mentality your biggest obstacle in life? Listen in as John explains his lessons learned and how you can apply them to your everyday life.

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This week we welcome back Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas from the Pinal County Sheriff's Office in Arizona to Skillset Live. His department has been on the front lines of the current border crisis and he gives us a first hand account of what's really happening in the southwest United States. From child trafficking to the infiltration of suspected terrorists, there is no doubt this catastrophe is getting worse by the minute. Listen in ...

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This week we welcome Full Spectrum Warrior owner and former Navy SEAL, Rich Graham to the show. We sit down and have an in depth conversation on what the "woke" trend is doing to the readiness of our military and even how it affects corporate America. Can we "right the ship" or will PC culture permanently handcuff our capabilities for generations to come?

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This week we welcome former IDF soldier and global security specialist, Greg Schneider to the show. In this episode he lays out his 10 steps to improving tactical performance for military, police or civilians that want to stay at the top of their game! 

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This week we get the honor of sitting down with former police officer turned author, Brandon Tatum. He has been on the forefront of the conservative movement for years and is one of the strongest supporting voices in our country. Join us as we discuss the problems with our current state of politics, our police force and the abuse they are taking from our own leaders and even touch on transgender sports issues. Do not miss this show...

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Jason gives you a 5 minute breakdown on the status of the podcast and what to look forward to this year!

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This week we ring in the new year with MMA fighter, inventor, actor and all around badass, Shondo Blades. We dive deep into his unique combatives training and more importantly, learn how he achieves an unstoppable warrior mindset. This show is filled with positive mental attitude! Don't sleep on it!

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2020 has turned the job market upside down. Many Americans are now finding themselves having to look for a job for the first time in years. What has changed in the hiring process? What avenues should I go down to find that job that's right for me? Join us as we talk to Erin Hughes, the author of 45 Days to Hired as he gives us a first hand account of getting employed in current times.

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This week we welcome the training staff from K9 Defense into the studio to get the straight scoop on building the ideal working dog. We cover the most suitable breeds, targeted bite training, service life longevity, dog armor and even discuss K9 cloning. If you love fur missiles, you don't want to miss this podcast!

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Skillset political analyst, Daisy Hawkins, is back in the studio and she is fired up! Listen in as she breaks down the election fraud scandal, forced lockdowns and who she would pick as her 2020 Persons of the Year!

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November 23, 2020 58 min

This week we welcome former Green Beret turn actor, Jeff Bosley back to the show. We get the inside scoop on life in front of the camera during the Covid era as well as the struggle most actors face while attempting to secure a role. Jeff is no stranger to the grind and he shares it all with Skillset!

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