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Episode 115: Physical, Mental, & Spiritual Health....

The Pinelander ·

2025/02/07

In Pineland, we recognized that in order to be effective at irregular warfare, one must be physically, mentally and spiritually prepared. Obesity is a significant issue throughout Pineland and the rest of America. According to recent statistics, about 42% of adults are obese, which means more than two-thirds of U.S. adults are either overweight or obese. Jason Dougherty (Be A Boxer) joins Paul & Mike around the campfire to discuss fitness and nutrition and provides some great advice to improving

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Episode 114: What to Expect in 2025. January 3, 2025

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2025/01/03

An intelligence summary (INTSUM) is a product that is developed to gain insight into what is happening on the macro level by closely analyzing multiple, smaller, isolated events. It is used in various contexts, including military, government, business, and even economics. Today, Paul & Mike welcome NC Scout back into the G-Base to help develop an INTSUM for fellow Pinelanders, and "pick his brain" to get an idea of what we ought to expect as we progress through 2025. Enjoy.

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Episode 113: Jeep Show. December 26, 2024

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2024/12/26

"Morale is when your hands and feet keep on working when your head says it can't be done." As we close out 2024, Robert O'Connor, author of Jeep Show, joins Paul & Mike around the campfire to remember and pay homage to the bravery and sacrifice of the greatest generation during this eightieth anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge; the last major German offensive campaign on the Western Front during World War II. Robert reminds us of the importance of morale and the unsung heroes of the Special

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Episode 112: COIN in Afghanistan : Lessons Relearned....

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2024/11/15

Often times, Americans lose focus on the fundamental reason why our government is engaged in a particular foreign military campaign. After all, the last time the U.S. military was actually tasked with defending our own soil was probably seventy-five years ago in 1950 during the Jayuya Uprising in Puerto Rico. Since that minor irritant, America's foreign policy has been mostly a result of the machinations of imperialistic neo-cons and enriching the military industrial complex rather than actually

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Episode 111: Counterinsurgency: The Vietnam...

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2024/11/04

Security in the G-Base has been reduced during this cool fall night as Guerrillas sit around in groups enjoying small campfires spread throughout the camp. Like everyone else, Paul & Mike sit around their own fire in the center of the base and discuss lessons learned from the Vietnam War. Enjoy.

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Episode 110: An Old Way Forward. October 19, 2024

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2024/10/19

Marcus Aurelius advises, "Retreat into your inner sanctuary. Here, away from strain and distraction, you are free to observe the world and your reactions objectively." Today, Jason Dougherty joins Paul & Mike around the campfire to encourage us to seek ancient wisdom, perform our civic duty as men, and focus on the things that are most important in life.

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Episode 109: Biblical Marriage. October 2, 2024

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2024/10/03

Long before the creation of government and religion, God oversaw the very first wedding ceremony. The modern practice of a father giving away his daughter at a wedding reflects God's action in Eden (Gen 2:22-24). A husband and a wife, the family, is the building block of any society. Today, Paul & Mike discuss biblical marriage and our difficulty in "becoming one flesh" with the other half.

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Episode 108: Frag Out with Scott Kinder. September...

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2024/09/14

This time of year, in Pineland, if things are calm and quiet, one can hear the faint sound of someone blowing the Shofar in the distance. Today, we’re honored to have Scott Kinder, author of Frag Out! join Paul & Mike in the G Base to remind us of the reason for the sound we hear. It means it’s time to: 1) Get MAD, 2) Get ORGANIZED, and 3) Get INTO THE FIGHT! Being a warrior doesn’t end when we take off the uniform; it’s a lifelong responsibility and privilege. It’s who we are, and what we are

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Episode 107: Poolside Chat with Ivan Raiklin. August...

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2024/08/30

Even in the midst of a decades long counterinsurgency (COIN) struggle to supplant American Marxists from the seats of power, one must take a break every now and then to enjoy family and friends. Today, fellow Pinelander, and freedom fighter, LTC(Ret) Ivan Raiklin joins Paul & Mike for a poolside chat on current events and provides his intelligence summary (INTSUM) of the battlefield.

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Episode 106: The Church in Africa: Inexorable...

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2024/08/16

Africa is no stranger to conflict, conquest, and calamity. But at the same time, it's also a continent full of opportunity and hope for a better future. If good is to prevail over evil, it will rely heavily on brave evangelicals who serve on the front lines delivering the Good News and providing much needed services. Today Paul & Mike attempt to make commo with a few of these brave men to hear directly from them and receive a SITREP (situation report) on how things are going and what's needed

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Episode 105: Communications for Beginners. August 2,...

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2024/08/02

Mike hangs the jungle antenna while Paul puts in a fresh battery and plugs in the frequency to make the scheduled commo shot to northern Pineland. Today, we learn some basics of communication with legendary partisan, NC Scout. Don't wait until "the chair is against the wall" to learn the difference between amateur, tactical, clandestine, and satellite communications. It's time to get ready now so you and your friends can shoot, move, and COMMUNICATE like professionals.

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Episode 104: Providence, Miracles, and the Attempted...

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2024/07/20

The odds of being harmed, both physically and financially, when the entire political ruling class is out to get you are quite high, even approaching 100%, regardless of who you are or how much you're worth. And the odds of never getting hurt are effectively zero, but that's where Donald J. Trump stands as of today. How do we explain Trump's unique ability to defy all odds? Today, Paul & Mike link up to discuss providence, miracles and guardian angels (Matthew 4:6 & Luke 4:11) and the

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Episode 103: Faith, War, and the Special Forces...

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2024/07/05

Legendary American Spartan, Jim Gant infiltrates Pineland to share his thoughts on being a soldier, Special Forces, and most importantly, his faith. If you haven't already read the book by Ann Scott Tyson about his exploits, and how his counterinsurgency (COIN) strategy was winning the war in Afghanistan, one tribe at a time, then you might want to get yourself enlightened. Kick back, relax, and enjoy this Independence Day special with one of America's finest warriors.

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Episode 102: Preparedness Mindset. June 21, 2024

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2024/06/21

Rodney McDaniel escorts fellow Pinelander, Ryan Coe, owner of Apex Defense Group into the G Base to discuss preparedness beyond beans, bullets and Band-Aids. Ryan shares his expertise on how to build meaningful connections to establish a network that goes beyond just surviving, able to thrive indefinitely during tough times. Grab a pen and notepad and enjoy the episode.

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Episode 101: Holistic Counterinsurgency. June 7, 2024

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2024/06/07

Today, Paul & Mike channel the spirit of Jim Gant, author of the influential paper on Afghanistan titled One Tribe at a Time: A Strategy for Success in Afghanistan. Gant's classic Special Forces approach to defeating insurgents hearkened back to post WWII Philippines, prior to the current US foreign policy of enriching government contractors; a time when winning was the objective. Of course, Americans still love to win and it's very much a part of any warrior's DNA. It's time for our Armed

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Episode 100: The Three Lures. May 24, 2024

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2024/05/24

In celebration of the 100th episode of the Pinelander Podcast, Paul & Mike remind themselves, and encourage others to stay the course and avoid the three lures; diversion, novelty, and the inner ring.

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Episode 099: The Book of Judges Part 4. May 10, 2024

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2024/05/10

Paul & Mike wrap up their discussion of the Judges with the legendary superhero, Samson. Warriors identify with Samson because even with his many flaws, he had purpose and undaunted courage. Samson is the only named Nazirite in the Bible. As a Nazirite, Samson was set apart for a sacred task, which was to begin the defeat of the Philistines. However, Samson broke his vow, showing that he, like so many other warriors in the Bible, was still very much human, but still possessing God's favor even

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Episode 098: Israel, Gaza, and Hamas. April 26, 2024

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2024/04/26

It's nearly impossible to get accurate information from government controlled media these days. For those who prefer truth over propaganda, our Auxiliary has assumed great risk infiltrating John Spencer from the Urban Warfare Project back into Pineland to provide an update on what's been happening in Gaza. Join us, as John provides his expertise on how the IDF is attempting to degrade Hamas' ability to wage terrorism within Israel while simultaneously defending itself from their arch nemesis,

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Episode 097: The Book of Judges Part 3. April 12, 2024

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2024/04/12

Paul & Mike discuss a time when the northern tribes of Israel were vexed by the Midianites, Amalekites and other eastern peoples. Israel was forced to flee their own fertile fields and rolling pastures for the relative safety provided by the surrounding hill country, dwelling in caves and shelters in the mountains. God chooses Gideon, the youngest son of Joash, a poor family of Manasseh, and 300 of his fellow warriors to confront the thousands of Midianites and save Israel.

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Episode 096: Stoicism and Christianity Part 2. March...

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2024/03/29

Today, Paul & Mike are honored to welcome the author of Be A Boxer, Jason Dougherty back into the G Base for Part 2 of our discussion on Christianity and Stoicism, and why warriors embrace both in preparation for the myriad of challenges confronted throughout life.

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