American Warrior Show

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In this episode, Rich Brown sits down with John Hearn of Two Pillars Training to break down what the data actually tells us about defensive gunfights—and how most training completely misses the mark.
John has built a reputation for digging into real-world incidents, analyzing patterns, and applying that information to how we should actually train. From distances and timing to decision-making under pressure, this conversation challenges assumptions and replaces them with reality.
They dive into what the numbers reveal about how fights really unfold, where traditional training falls short, and how armed citizens can better prepare for the moments that matter most.
If you're serious about training with purpose—not just going through the motions—this episode will change how you think about practice.
In 2021, John founded Two Pillars Training and began to offer unique curriculum focusing on decision making while shooting in addition to classic skills with pistol and carbine. Besides hands-on shooting classes, John has presentations focusing on the data side of the self-defense world. His interests include human performance under life and death stress, historic gunfights, crime data, and criminal typologies.

 
John has a Master's degree in criminal justice with a concentration in Research Methods. He has instructor credentials from the FBI, FLETC, NRA-LEAD, Rangemaster, CSAT, Centrifuge Training, Tactical Anatomy Systems, Kentucky National Guard, and many others.

 
Finally, John is a Life Member of the National Rifle Association and the Second Amendment Foundation.

John Hearne's Webstie:
https://twopillarstraining.com/

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In this episode, Rich Brown sits down with returning guest Simon Golob for a raw and timely discussion on recent events shaping the security landscape—centered on the terrorist attack at Old Dominion.
This isn't a distant, overseas incident. It's a reminder that violence can surface anywhere, at any time—and often where people feel safest.
Rich and Simon break down what happened, what we know so far, and—more importantly—what it means for the everyday armed citizen.
What you'll hear in this episode:
A breakdown of the Old Dominion attack and key takeaways
How modern threats are evolving—and why they're getting harder to predict
The mindset gap: why most people are still unprepared for sudden violence
Awareness failures and environmental blind spots in public spaces
Where armed citizens fit—and where they don't—in events like this
Practical considerations for movement, positioning, and decision-making under stress
This episode isn't about fear—it's about clarity.
Because the question isn't if violence exists. The question is whether you're prepared when it finds you.

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*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e9af6a20-080c-43f4-9450-fce48de0bf18-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown and Bill Rapier dive into hard-earned lessons drawn from the world of Naval Special Warfare Development Group - where performance is measured in life-and-death outcomes, and teamwork isn't optional.
This conversation isn't about hype or hero worship. It's about standards. It's about how elite units train, communicate, and execute and what armed citizens, competitors, and instructors can take from those principles.
Because here's the truth: individual skill matters… but team performance wins.
In this episode, they discuss:
The difference between being a good shooter and being an asset to a team

Why elite units obsess over repetition and measurable standards

Communication under stress  and how small breakdowns create big failures

Accountability inside high-performance cultures

How ego quietly destroys team effectiveness

What civilian defenders misunderstand about "tactical" training

Applying special operations training principles to your own range time

Rich and Bill break down how discipline, humility, and clear standards build competence - and how those same principles can transform the way you train, lead, and protect.
Whether you're an instructor, competitor, protector, or leader in your own home, this episode challenges you to raise your standards.
Train with purpose. Perform with discipline. Contribute to the team.

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*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "56c82001-8d4e-4a18-90e4-fb1cf93c6383" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown is joined by cybersecurity expert Andrew Frisbie for a timely and eye-opening conversation on modern cyber threats, digital preparedness, and the role of artificial intelligence in today's threat landscape.
As recent cyber incidents continue to impact infrastructure, financial systems, personal data, and national security, Rich and Andrew break down what's actually happening—and what most people are completely unprepared for.
This episode covers:
Real-world cyber threats affecting everyday Americans right now

How cyber attacks target individuals, businesses, and critical systems

Where AI is helping defenders—and where it's empowering attackers

Why cybersecurity is no longer a "tech problem," but a personal security issue

Practical steps armed citizens, families, and leaders can take to reduce risk

The battlefield has expanded. Threats no longer require physical proximity—and attackers don't need guns.
This conversation reframes cybersecurity as part of modern personal defense, challenging warriors and protectors to think beyond traditional threats and recognize that preparedness now includes digital awareness, resilience, and adaptability.
If you believe in protecting yourself, your family, and your community, this episode will change how you view security in an AI-driven world.

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In this episode of the American Warrior Show, Rich Brown sits down with TC Fuller for a deep, uncomfortable, and necessary conversation about obedience, authority, and moral responsibility.
Using Stanley Milgram's famous obedience experiments and Christopher Browning's book Ordinary Men, Rich and TC break down how average, everyday people—not monsters—can be led to commit acts they never believed themselves capable of.
This episode explores:
Why people obey authority even when it violates their moral compass

How peer pressure and normalization override conscience

The concept of the "agentic state" and why responsibility gets outsourced

Why "just following orders" is one of the most dangerous phrases in history

What warriors, leaders, instructors, and armed citizens must do to resist blind compliance

This isn't a history lesson—it's a warning.
For warriors, protectors, and leaders, the takeaway is clear: Character, moral courage, and independent thinking must be trained—deliberately—or they will fail under pressure.
If you carry responsibility—for a weapon, a badge, a team, or a family—this episode will challenge how you think about obedience, leadership, and your own decision-making under authority.