The GSPG Podcast
Host Ron Jacobus interviews executive protection and security management practitioners and thought-leaders. Each episode explores real-world experiences, best practices, and insights from professionals in the field. The podcast is designed for those working in or interested in executive protection and security management.
Episodes
Event Announcement: Texas Executive Protection Professional Los Angeles Pop-up Event
In this special announcement episode, host Ron Jacobus highlights the upcoming TEPP Los Angeles Pop-Up Event taking place on June 6, 2026, at the Sunset Marquis Hotel in West Hollywood, California.
This event marks a significant milestone for Texas Executive Protection Professionals (TEPP) as it represents the organization’s first event outside the state of Texas and its first event in California.
From Cop to Corporate: A Journey with Brian Tuskan
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Brian Tuskan, a veteran security executive, advisor, and former Chief Security Officer at Microsoft and ServiceNow.
The conversation explores his career journey from law enforcement into corporate security leadership, the challenges of building and scaling global security programs, and the evolution of modern security operations in
Executive Protection Practioner Insights with Matt Anderton
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Matt Anderton, an executive protection leader with over a decade of experience supporting executives, public figures, and corporate leadership across both domestic and international environments.
The conversation explores Matt’s career progression from the Marine Corps into executive protection, including his experience leading tea
Protective Intelligence with Scott Stewart and Fred Burton
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Scott Stewart and Fred Burton, two well-respected practitioners in protective intelligence, counterterrorism, and executive protection.
The conversation explores their career journeys across public service and private sector intelligence leadership, the evolution of protective intelligence, and common gaps organizations face when i
Journey Points: From Public Service to the Private Sector with Richard Cafege
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, host Ron Jacobus is joined by Richard Cafege, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Global Security and Protection Group.
In this conversation, Ron and Richard discuss Richard’s career spanning military service, law enforcement, and corporate security leadership. Topics include his time in the United States Marine Corps, 16 years with the Texas Department of Publi
We're Back: A Message from the Host
The GSPG Podcast is back.
In this message to the audience, host Ron Jacobus explains the extended pause, reflects on key developments in executive protection and security management over the past year, and outlines what listeners can expect as Season 4 begins.
The episode reinforces the importance of professionalism, fundamentals, and leadership in protective work, and introduces new ways listener
Event Announcement: Bodyguards for Kids 2025
We’re sharing an incredible opportunity to learn from leading security experts while supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Bodyguards for Kids, a two-day virtual fundraising event, takes place on March 29th and 30th, 2025 and features 14 expert speakers covering key topics in executive protection and security management.
This event is open to everyone in the security industry and beyon
A Message From Our Team: Giveaway Winner Announcement
In this episode, we announce our very first giveaway winner—Glenn Davis!
Using Rafflys, Glenn was randomly selected to receive a signed copy of "The Protected," generously donated by Michael Trott. Thanks to everyone for your continued support of the GSPG Podcast!
We look forward to bringing you more valuable content and additional giveaway opportunities in the future!
A Message From Our Host: 2025 Giveaway Announcement
Our 2025 Giveaway Announcement:
Michael (MT) Trott, our guest from Episode #1 and author of "The Protected", has generously contributed a signed copy of his work as the prize for our first giveaway. His book has received priase from the protective security community and from his former protectee, Central Intelligence Agency Director George Tenet, who stated, "Michael provides invaluable insights
Behavioral Threat Assessment in Executive Protection and Corporate Security Programs with Jameson Ritter
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, Ronald J. interviews Threatwise Global founder, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Great Lakes Chapter President, and former UnitedHealth Group Global Threat assessment Program Lead Jameson Ritter.
Jameson, a seasoned security professional with specialized experience developing security and workplace violence prevention programs, details th
Security Convergence, Leadership, and a Life Powered by Grit with Jared Oakden
On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, Ronald Jacobus interviews Jared Oakden, a corporate security leader, Dad of four, and Regional Security Strategist at Burns & McDonnell.
Listen in as Jared shares his corporate security journey, passion for security convergence, and core values that guide his leadership style.
Jared additionally shares his experience volunteering as an ASIS International Ch
Leveraging TEPP Networking Mixers with Michael Gonzales
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Whataburger Brand Security Program Manager and Texas Executive Protection Professionals founder Michael J Gonzales.
Listen in as Michael returns to the program to share all things Texas Executive Protection Professionals, the importance of networking for industry practitioners, and how past mixers hav
A Protector's Journey Through Public and Private Sector Protection with Allan Ring
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by U.S. Army Veteran and Critical Security Solutions Founder Allan Ring.
Allan shares his experience protecting the Secretary of Defense and other prominent military leaders, his selection as the Joint Special Operations Command's Director of Security, and eventual transition from public service prote
American Diplomat: Diplomatic Security and Beyond with Alex Reinshagen
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by former Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. State Department's Diplomatic Security Service Supervisory Special Agent, current Viking Security CEO, and Author Alex Reinshagen.
Listen as Alex shares his experience protecting U.S. Diplomats around the world, transition from public service to the priv
A Protective Security Journey in Mental Resilience with Dr. Mary Beth Janke
Welcome to the Global Security and Protection Group podcast with your host, Ron Jacobus. In this episode, we dive deep into the protective security journey of Dr. Mary Beth Janke, a former Secret Service agent, private sector protector, and author of The Protector who has since transitioned into the field of forensic and clinical psychology.
Dr. Janke shares her unique experiences from her upbring
Locks, Leaks, and Red Team Operations with Ana Aslanishvili
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by security professional, Center for Advanced Red Teaming (CART) Board Member, Locks and Leaks Substack creator, and Pine Risk Management CEO Ana Aslanishvili.
Listen in as Ana shares her experience and journey as a Red Team practitioner and highlights how her childhood impacted her situational awaren
From Blackwater to the Board of Executive Protection Professionals: A Protective Security Journey with James Cameron
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by James Cameron, President and CEO of the Security Concepts Group, Chairman of the Board of Executive Protection Professionals, former Blackwater USA contractor and Triple Canopy WPPS Instructor.
Listen in as James shares his professional journey from service in the U.S. Military to high-threat pro
Cheating Death: Life in and After the United States Secret Service with Kenneth Valentine
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by Kenneth Valentine, a retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent, current corporate security professional, and author of the forthcoming book, "Cheating Death: Three-Time Presidential Secret Service Agent Lives to Tell You How" set for release on April 16th, 2024.
Listen in as Kenneth shares his profe
Leadership in Action from the LAPD to the IPSB Stage with Brian Bixler
On this episode, Global Security and Portection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by Ret. LAPD Captain and Foresight Security Consulting Chief Operations Officer Brian Bixler.
Listen in as Brian recaps his professional journey in the LAPD, his transition from the public sector into the private sector, and his experience attending and speaking at the 2023 International Protrective S
A Career of Service with Kevin Dye and the BEPP’s New Guidebook
In this two part episode, Global Security & Protection Group’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews U.S. Air Force veteran, Senior Manager of Executive Protection at the Procter and Gamble Company, and former Secret Service Special Agent Kevin Dye.
In part one, Kevin shares how his military service provided him with a unique lens into the Secret Service where he would later as a Special Ag
Solo Protection with Justen Keating
On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews Justen Keating, a protective security practitioner, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, former government contractor, founder of Keating Global Risks, and author of The Protector Series.
Listen in as Justen shares how his military service prepared him for success as a private security contractor working high-
We Were Blackwater: A Look Back and Life After with Barrie ”Baz’” Rice
On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group’s Managing Director Ronald J. interviews Barrie "Baz" Rice, a New Zealand Defense Force Special Air Service veteran and former Blackwater security contractor.
Listen in as Barrie shares his journey as a Tier-1 operator, movie and film military adviser, and Blackwater security contractor. Barrie details how his experiences in Iraq still carr
Campus Security with Hi Nguyen
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group’s Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Hi Nguyen, a former Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Officer, owner of Team Up security leadership consulting, and the curent Director of Protective Services at the University of Ottawa.
Listen in as Hi shares his protective security journey from protecting government officials and chasing teorris
Digital Executive Protection with Trinity Davis, Chris Sargent, and Christian Wingfield
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group’s Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Trinity Davis, Chris Sargent, and Christian Wingfield from 360 Privacy.
Listen in as this trio of dedicated professionals demystify the mysterious cyber-world of digital executive protection, discuss the impact of digital risk on clients and executive protection practitioners, and share their experien
TSCM: Protecting the Spoken Word with Chris Browning and Anthony Reep
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group’s Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Chris Browning and Anthony Reep from Research Electronics International (REI).
Listen in as Chris and Anthony share the fascinating world of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM), how TSCM impacts executive protection and security management clients, and their experience training public and
BEPP Conference After Action Review with Travis Lishok
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus is joined by Rozin Security Sr. Consultation, ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP), and Host of the Security Student Podcast Travis Lishok for a special joint GSPG and Security Student Podcast episode.
Listen in as Ron and Travis discuss their attendance at the Board of Executive Protection Professionals
Networking in Executive Protection with Michael J Gonzales
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews security professional and Whataburger Brand Security Program Manager Michael J Gonzales.
Listen in as Michael shares his experience as a corporate security executive, transition from the U.S. Marine Corps to the Protective Security Industry, the importance of networking with other protectors, and a re
Mastering the Art of Situational Awareness with Christopher Powell
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Christopher Powell, a security professional and retired U.S. Army Ground Reconnaissance and Counterintelligence Special Agent.
Chris talks situational awarness concepts for protective security professionals from his vantage point as a Situation Awareness Specialist (SAS) & Applied Verbal De-escalatio
Bodyguards for Kids with Denida and Chris Grow
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews security power couple Denida and Chris Grow.
Listen in as the security duo shares their security journey, discuss their passion providing protective security for children, managing a work-life balance as a couple in the security industry, and their upcoming virtual fundraiser event: Bodyguards for Ki
Medical Considerations for Executive Protection with Adam Birdwell
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Adam Bardwell, a former U.S. Army Green Beret Medical Sergeant, nationally register Paramedic, and current security operational supervisor at Global Rescue.
Listen in as Adam shares his journey from special forces medic to private sector medical support for executives and world wide security operatio
Developing A National Executive Protection Standard: A Panel Discussion with the BEPP
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus leads a panel discussion with Board of Executive Protection Professionals (BEPP) representatives Kevin Dye, James Cameron, Gerard Boniello, and Chuck Andrews as they share about the development of a national executive protection standard and their organization's upcoming inaugural executive protection conference.
Security Culture and the Human Defense Layer with Perry Carpenter
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus Interviews Perry Carpenter a Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Deceptionologist, security behavior alchemist, the creator and host of the 8th Layer Media Podcasts, and author of two books, Transformational Security Awareness and The Security Culture Playbook: An Executive Guide To Reducing Risk
A Shadow Warrior Lens on Executive Protection with Ric Prado
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus Interviews Enrique "Ric" Prado, a military veteran, retired CIA senior operations and paramilitary officer, Cuban "Peter Pan" refugee, former VP at Blackwater, and author of the best selling book, Black Ops: The Life of A CIA Shadow Warrior.
Ric shares his experience as a young boy living through the Cuban rev
The Close Protection Equation with Richard Aitch
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Richard Aitch, Co-founder and Director of Operations at highly regarded global security firm Mobius International, and author of the bestseller Close Protection: The Protection Equation.
Richard, a security practitioner and industry thought-leader with more than 30 years of experience providing high-
The 2012 9/11 Attacks in Benghazi with Dave ”Boon” Benton and Sarah Adams
On this episode (Part II), Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Dave “Boon” Benton, former Central Intelligence Agency Global Response Staff contractor, and Sarah Adams, former Central Intelligence Agency Targeting Officer, as they recount their experience working in Benghazi, Libya and discuss the attacks on the American Diplomatic Compound and the nearby
The 2001 9/11 Attacks Through an Aviation Lens with Jeffrey Price
On this episode (Part I), Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Jeffrey Price an aviation security expert, author of Practical Airport Operations, safety, and Emergency Management and Practical Aviation Security, instructor at the American Association of Airport Executives and owner of Leading Edge Strategies. Jeff provides a historic review of the 9/11 airl
Medical and Trauma Care for Executive Protection with Michael Guirguis
On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Michael Guirguis, M.D. an Emergency Medicine Physician and technical committee member for the Board of Executive Protection. Michael currently serves as a Medical Director to a high-net-worth family and as a medical consultant to corporate security and executive protection teams operating worldwide. Mich
Violence Prevention Through Behavioral Threat Assessments with Bryan Flannery
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Bryan Flannery, President of Foresight Security Consulting and President of the Northwest Chapter of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. Bryan, an experienced security practitioner and recipient of Ontic's 2021 Protective Intelligence Honors Thought-leader Award, shares a deep dive into
Mastering Your Corporate Security Transition with Carlos Francisco
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Carlos Francisco, Regional Security Leader at Meta (formerly Facebook) and author of the book, “So, You Want to Get into Corporate Security?” Carlos, a trilingual, self-motivated, and dedicated security leader, shares his insights about navigating through the competitive corporate security hiring proce
The Protector Essentials with James Hamilton
On this episode, Global Security and Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews James Hamilton, Senior Vice President of Quality in Protection and Training at Gavin de Becker & Associates. James, a powerhouse in the protection industry, discusses his transition from government to private sector executive protection, protector training and development takeaways, how to navigate the
Leveraging a Protective Intelligence Program with Aaron Arp
On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews Aaron Arp, Director of Special Projects at Progressive Force Concepts (PFC). Aaron, an accomplished security practitioner, discusses the importance of protective intelligence, the inclusion of female protectors in executive protection, and PFC's development and implementation of their Executive Security
Exploring the Art of Executive Protection with Michael Trott
On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ron Jacobus interviews former Air Force Security Specialist and CIA Special Agent Michael Trott. Mike talks about his book The Protected in which he writes about protecting high-ranking military personnel as a young Airman from terrorism and espionage threats during the height of the Cold War, highlights his experience serving
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