MERC WORKS PODCAST

Welcome to Merc Works, the podcast where we trek through the world of mercenaries, private military contractors, shadow operatives, and guns for hire. Join us as we explore the clandestine realm of modern-day warriors, revealing the untold stories, tactics and motivations behind those who operate for profit.

MERC WORKS PODCAST is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 30 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts MERC WORKS PODCAST, a society show with 30 episodes published.

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  Ep 29:Fighting Human Trafficking with Gideon of Judges Rescue

  Jul 16, 202649 min

  In this episode, we sit down with Gideon from Judges Rescue , an anti-human trafficking nonprofit dedicated to rescuing victims of sex trafficking and supporting their path to recovery. Operating across the United States and internationally, Judges Rescue works in partnership with law enforcement, charitable organizations, and other NGOs to identify victims, dismantle trafficking networks, and provide survivors with the resources they need to rebuild their lives. Gideon shares an inside look at the fight against modern-day slavery, discussing how rescue operations are conducted, the realities investigators face in the field, common misconceptions about human trafficking, and how everyday people can recognize the warning signs and help protect vulnerable individuals. https://www.judgesrescue.org/ https://www.instagram.com/judgesrescue/

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  Ep 28: Benjamin Reed- former Ukrainian Legionnaire, U.S. Army veteran, and writer

  Jun 27, 20263h 8m

  In this episode, we sit down with Benjamin Reed — a former volunteer with the Ukrainian International Legion, U.S. Army Iraq veteran, private military contractor, mixed martial artist, and writer. Benjamin shares stories from his travels around the world, the struggles and challenges that shaped his life, and the path that ultimately led him to join the fight in Ukraine. Benjamin is currently working on and promoting his memoir titled, "War Tourist, a Reckoning with Dog." Contact us at Merc.works@proton.me IG: @merc_works_podcast X: @mercworkspod

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  Ep 27: "Postcards Through Hell" By Alan Chiasson and Edward Ford. The true story of the most remarkable U.S. Mail delivery service in Afghanistan, The Pony Express.

  Apr 25, 20261h 10mS0

  <p>Today we are joined by Alan Chiasson and Edward Ford, co-authors of "Postcards Through Hell", which documents the exploits of a team of private security contractors who are recruited to Afghanistan, working high-risk contracts for SOC (Special Operations Consulting) delivering supplies and most importantly, the U.S. Mail. </p><p>www.mercworkspodcast.creator-spring.com for Merc Works Podcast t-shirts. </p>

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  Ep 26: Operation Gideon and a Venezuelan Coup Attempt. Where in the world is Jordan Goudreau?

  Apr 6, 202640 minS0

  <p>Operation Gideon, a failed coup attempt that began on or around May 3, 2020, which consisted of an attempted seaborne insertion of foreign mercenaries near the city of Vargas to “capture/detain/remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.”  </p><p>This is a wild story involving former USA Green Berets, Silvercorp USA, Colombian based  mercenary training camps, Venezuelan military and political exiles, and allegations of foreknowledge by theTrump administration. It’s a story straight out of a Fredrick Forsythe novel. </p><p><br></p>

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  Ep 25: Tim Foley – Arizona Border Recon, Cartel Violence, and Drug/Human Smuggling Along The U.S.'s Southern Border

  Mar 14, 20261h 23mS0

  <p>In this episode, we speak with Tim Foley, a U.S. Army veteran and the founder of Arizona Border Recon. Tim discusses how his team conducts intelligence gathering and reconnaissance on Mexican cartel activity along the United States–Mexico border, specifically in Arizona.</p><p>Foley explains the origins of Arizona Border Recon, how the group monitors cartel movements in remote desert areas, and the challenges posed by smuggling routes used by criminal organizations. We also discuss what his team observes on the ground, how they document activity, and the broader debate around border security, citizen involvement, and cartel in...

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