America’s Frontlines

In this episode:

• What if the crisis with Iran isn’t new—but the result of decades of ignored warnings?

  In this episode of America’s Frontlines, Colonel Denny and Skip break down the long shadow of U.S.–Iran tensions and why today’s escalating threat—especially on the nuclear front—may be the tipping point we can no longer afford to overlook.

  From headlines shaping your daily life to hard truths about failed deterrence, Colonel Denny connects the dots between past decisions and present danger—while still delivering his signature one-liners to keep things grounded along the way.

  You’ll also hear from expert voices on the frontlines of today’s most critical global challenges:

  • Craig Gray joins the conversation to examine Israel’s right to self-defense in an increasingly volatile region.

  • Tim Johnson of RE Alloys exposes a lesser-known but urgent national security issue—America’s dangerous dependence on China for rare earth materials, and what must be done to fix it before it’s too late.

  Plus, don’t miss our military history segment, where we revisit pivotal moments from the past—because understanding history isn’t optional… it’s essential to avoiding the next global mistake.

  This isn’t just a discussion—it’s a wake-up call.

In this episode:

• Colonel Denny and Skip discuss how Israel’s war with Iran could become a historic turning point in the Middle East—and why America’s support may shape what happens next.
• Colonel Denny and Skip confront a week of disturbing escalation—from an assassination plot against President Trump and a deadly campus terror attack, to Europe’s rapid rearmament, shifting U.S. strike tactics against Iran, threats to Tehran’s oil infrastructure, and growing signs of internal repression as the regime tightens its grip.
• We get more one-liners to ease our mood and get us back "down to earth".
• We get to meet another team member, this time it is Air Force Academy graduate, served in Space Command, and is our football co-host - Quinton Roberts.
• This episode honors defining moments in America’s military history, from General George Washington’s courageous stand that helped free Boston in 1776, to the difficult decisions and hidden realities of war in Cambodia in 1969, and the opening of combat operations in Iraq in 2003. Through these powerful stories, we reflect on duty, sacrifice, courage, and the enduring faith and resolve that have carried America’s fighting men and women through times of trial.
• Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby delivers another dose of his unique warrant wisdom.

In this episode:

• Following their discussion of “Peace Through Strength,” Colonel Denny and Skip examine the Trump administration’s efforts to rebuild America’s military—restoring meritocracy, strengthening readiness, and investing in capabilities needed to deter adversaries and secure the nation’s future.
• The colonel goes over some of the latest news events impacting our lives.
• He also helps to bring some humor back to the conversation with a couple of his one liners.
• Retired Army General Chris Petty presents this month's Battle of the Month which is "The Alamo".
• Former Marine and retired Border Patrol member Gil Maza and Colonel Denny discuss our border and current situation with the security of our country.
• Of course we get our normal dose of military history to remind of key events which happened so we continue to learn from it.

In this episode: 

• Colonel Denny and Skip discuss why “Peace Through Strength,” a principle championed by George Washington, remains essential today—examining how a strong military deters adversaries like China and narco-cartels while avoiding the costly nation-building mistakes of recent wars.
• Colonel Denny and Skip examine the global fallout from U.S. strikes on Iran—from China’s muted response and failed Iranian air defenses, to European allies reinforcing Cyprus after regional attacks, Beijing accelerating submarine production, and Iranian Americans across the U.S. rallying in support of efforts to liberate their homeland.
• Colonel Denny delivers more of his one liners to lighten the mood as normal.
• Our primary guest is Lathan Watts, VP for Public Affairs at the Alliance for Defending Freedom. Prior to joining ADF, Watts spent nearly 20 years in various roles within the political, public policy, and non-profit sectors. He held campaign and official staff positions for Congressman Jeb Hensarling, US Senator John Cornyn and Texas Governor Rick Perry. and four years as a city councilman in Lewisville, Texas.
• Of course we get our regular dose of military history to keep us sharp minded.
• Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer delivers more of his warrant wisdom on what is going on across the pond.
• And we get to meet another female veteran who is interviewed by Navy veteran Theresa Robinson. Her guest today is Sheona Joy Nidefski who serve in the US Air Force from 1990 - 1994.

In this episode:

• Colonel Denny and Skip reflect on President Trump’s State of the Union and contrast it with Michigan’s State of the State, asking why honoring heroes and victims has become partisan - and calling for Americans to put love of country above political hatred.
• Instead of covering the broader news, Colonel Denny and Skip focus on Iran and what is happening in the middle east.
• We get some humor to help keep us in a good mood.
• Our primary guest is retired Navy veteran Troy Tissue where he and the colonel talk about the Navy, their outstanding performance in Epic Fury along with what Troy is up to nowadays.
• Of course we get our regular dose of military history to help us stay up on it and help us continue to learn from it.

In this episode:

• Colonel Denny and Skip revisit the Constitution’s vision of a republic and ask whether modern politics is drifting away from it—urging Americans to understand the system, defend election integrity, and stay engaged as the nation approaches another critical election.
• In the news, the colonel and Skip discuss Epic Fury as well as other key stories impacting our daily lives like a national crackdown on fraud, to cartel violence erupting after the death of Mexico’s most-wanted drug lord and a deadly maritime clash off Cuba - revealing how security threats and political pressure are converging across the Americas and beyond.
• Of course we get another dose of humor to lighten the scene a bit.
• Our primary guest is Cody Frizzelle from Concerned Veterans for America. Colonel Denny and Cody discuss the DHS spending freeze and partial government shutdown are forcing U.S. Coast Guard service members - who protect our ports, interdict drugs and migrants, and conduct lifesaving rescues - to carry out critical national security missions without pay and without funding certainty, raising serious concerns about readiness and public safety.
• We get more military history to help keep us sharp.
• Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby delivers more of his warrant wisdom specifically around what the Coast Guard does even in other areas of the world.
• Another team member, Brigadier General E. John "Dragon" Teichert, USAF (Ret) , is interviewed by the colonel and I must say it is very impressive!

 

In this episode:

• Colonel Denny and Skip break down President Trump’s $10 billion Gaza reconstruction plan and new “Board of Peace,” asking whether bypassing the UN and demanding Hamas disarmament can finally deliver lasting peace—or risk another cycle of war.
• Colonel Denny goes over some of the high flying news items including the State of the Union in this podcast
• Brigadier General E. John "Dragon" Teichert, USAF (Ret) is our primary guest and he talks about many things including his new book "In God I Trust" which is releasing on 28 February 2026.
•  Diane Raver, from the Garden State Film Festival and our provider of the Movie of the Month, go over this month's movie with Colonel Denny.
• And of course we get our regular dose of military history to help keep us smart.

In this episode:

• As China’s leadership purges its own generals, Colonel Denny and Skip discuss how the CIA is exploiting that instability with targeted recruitment messaging—raising the stakes in the intelligence battle between the world’s two most powerful nations.
• Colonel Denny and Skip break down rising global tensions—from President Trump’s deadline to Iran amid a U.S. military buildup, to American troops deploying to Nigeria, high-stakes diplomacy with China over Taiwan, a strategically ironic missile sale to Denmark tied to Greenland, and major drug seizures in the Pacific—revealing how security, strategy, and power are colliding across the globe.
• Colonel Denny delivers more of his one liners to keep us smiling.
• Our primary guest is retired Army veteran Jay Richards and he tells us about his time in service as well as some additional details that we normally don't hear about.
• Of course we get our regular dose of military history that happened around this date.
• Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby delivers more of his warrant wisdom.
• We get to finally meet out "invisible" team member Dave Bystry who is responsible to keep the entire team out of trouble, well at least with the government.