So, AFV Recognition came by and we had a lot to talk about.

After receiving complains about my latest analytical bit "Ukraine: on the drink of collapse", I decided to double down with the topic but having a long discission with our old friend Cody. Throughout this episode, he and I look at: -how Russia punched back against western nihilism -Ukraine is strategically vulnerable without direct US support -and …

Welcome back everyone, I hope you had a good Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year season. We are back this week to talk about the lady herself, the Peoples Republic of China. I am joined by Sino Talk (@sino_talk) and Expeditionary Intelligence Group (@expint.v1) and we focus on China's activity domestically, in Africa and lightly touch on Central and So…

Hey all, this week a community favorite Tales From The Grid Square (@tales_from_the_gridsquare) and I chatted the paranormal, incredibly dull and bizarre situations revolving around the military. A couple highlights are: -Why he started the page -Fun stories from our own experience -Interesting stories what he has received -Alot of Bigfoot talk -An…

This week I was joined by Peter Maguire, an internationally accredited author who's work focuses on Cambodia, international crime, narcotics, surf culture and is now a professor at UNC Wilmington. We had an absolute fantastic conversation where we talked about: -His youth and early work -The War on Terror -Current and future projects -And the geo-p…

Hey all, Spycraft 101 (@spycraft101) came on the podcast this week and we talked about: -History of espionage -The average person giving up their information for comfort -Famous spies -and modern intelligence collection methods and threats P.s. I pulled a muscle in my neck the day I recorded this so there may be a few spots where I sound off cause …

This week, I talked with Battles and Beers (@battles.and.beers) We had a great convo about: -The war in Ukraine -Modern warfare -The warfare today -And who we are

Hey all, this week I spoke with Our Wars Today (@ourwarstoday2) and he had alot to say, including: - His work with Atlas News - His time in Ukraine - The Instagram journalist community - Queen is dead memes - and much more

Hey all, this week we are joined by S2 Forward (@_s2_fwd_) and Kagan Dunlap (@kagan.dunlap), a former Marine infantrymen. This week we talk about: - US Marine Corps life style - Chinese economic situation - Camp Schwab, Okinawa - And the logistical capabilities of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan

This week I talked to a Marine who assisted with the evacuation of Kabul nearly one year ago. He spoke about his quick turn around from leaving the Marine Corps School of Infantry to being in Iraq within a few short weeks. Additionally, we spoke about: - His time on post at Abby Gate - International cooperation during the evacuation - Local Afghan …

This week I am joined by returning guest Lethal Minds Journal (@lethal.minds.journal), the Cognitive Marine (@thecognativemarine), S2 Forward (_s2_fwd_), Analyze Educate (@analyzeeducate), and Comms and Logistics (commsandlogistics). This week we walked about: -China's logistical problem -China's military community -The Chinese civilian perception …

This week I am joined with Warren Stoddard, a Syria and Ukrainian veteran and published author. Following his time in college, Warren volunteered to fight with the YPG in Kurdistan after Turkey launched their invasion. While with the YPG he was wounded, returned to the states and recently volunteered to train the Ukrainian military. Additionally, W…

I hope you enjoy the intro and outro music for the Croatoan Report Podcast because this week I talked with Sam Black (samblack.jpeg), the man responsible for both the sound for this podcast, and the soundtrack work for Popular Front. This week we talk about - Music in relation to identity - Sam's music hobby - The outcome of the Russo-Ukrainian war…

Welcome back everyone, this week I sit down with Meridian News (@meridiannews). Meridian is a project dedicated to sharing and aggregating open source intelligence, stories from individuals experiencing history, and amplifying underreported global news. As an avid reader on both ends, we discuss multiple books that we have read and recommend, as we…

This week we are joined by Alcon S2 (@alcon.s2), a New Zealand based intelligence page dedicated to covering the INDO-PACIFIC area of responsibility (AOR). Alcon S2 and I reference our time as analysts in the Pacific theater to discuss: - Chinese expansion under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) - Interoperability between FVEY (AUS, CAN, US, UK, N…

This week we are joined by Ahmed Hassan, the CEO and founder of Grey Dynamics (@greydynamics) , a London based private intelligence organization with accreditations from the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom, and several other national level organizations. This week we speak about: - Ahmed's background as a Somali refugee, financ…

This week we are joined by Graham, the curator and one of the leading members behind Lethal Minds Journal. Lethal Minds aims to deliver information and intelligence to the community through a militaristic angle. Meaning, Lethal Minds looks to collect both current and prior service members to assist in delivering the information that they would have…

In a special extended episode, we caught up with our friend Cody. Cody is currently working with Task Force 31 (task_force_31) to help train, aid, and equip Ukrainian fighters heading to the front line. Additionally, we discuss: - The future in Ukraine - projected global food shortage - Wagner Group - French foreign policy - US mid-term elections -…

This week on Croatoan Report Cody and I discuss a variety of topics including: - The projected future for the war in Ukraine - The Germany-Poland dynamic for control in Europe - United States mid-term elections and its relationship with social media - and the future of independent journalism on a increasingly censored platform (META)…

I am joined this week with Tessaron News, and fellow news and intelligence page on Instagram. By sharing a similar background, Tessaron and I look at several topics through and analytical lens, including (but not limited to): - Russian capabilities assets in Ukraine - The future of the United States Marine Corps via Expeditionary Advanced Base Oper…

Three days late but who is counting. In this episode we talk about how the Taliban might be in Afghanistan. Additionally, Cody and I talk about: - Taliban TTP's - The Ukrainian Mafia - And Chechens in Afghanistan

Matt, Cody (episode 2), and Stephen start off this episode by discussing the role of Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) in Ukraine. We also discuss the Russian War Colleges apparent disregard of lessons learned from the Soviet-Afghan (1979-1989) and Georgia (2008) Wars as well as touching on recently passed Russian laws regarding informatio…

In this episode, Cody (a writer for the page) elaborates on his previous assessment regarding Russia's predetermined failure within Ukraine. The main topics highlighted throughout the episode are (but not limited to): -Russia's logistical shortfalls -Russia's degraded combined arms capabilities -Russia's inability to achieve air superiority due to …

Formerly a resident of Iraqi Kurdistan during the Iraq war, The Filthy American (@thefilthyamerican2.0) is the online persona of Chase Baker, a college student based in the American Southeast. In his own words, “I write about conflicts, culture, geopolitics and anything I think a reader will find worth reading.” During this episode, we talk about: …

Dr. John O'Brian is the director of a faith-based humanitarian mission in Ukraine. Arriving in 1997, Dr. O'Brian dedicated his time to assisting orphans and the blind until the annexation of Crimea (2014) and subsequent war in Donbas (2015). Since then, Dr. O'Brian has been an active volunteer assisting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and wound…

He's back and we talk ghouls, NPCs, and Ben Shapiro

Hey all, As some of you may know, Cody has decided to leave Kitbag. Cody helped (and often spearheaded) the direction of the page/podcast. I thank him for the work he put into our community and know he positively impacted many of you. I also appreciate his support and guidance over the last year while I was in Africa and going through my own person…

In this episode we talk about China, Evergrande, the Chinese in social sphere and

We are joined by John (IG: Johns_op) to discuss Australian commandos, Afghanistan, the world and all things in your kitbag.

In this episode we sit down with Aaron, a former civil affairs operator in Afghanistan and the Philippines, then a Military Intelligence officer. Aaron offers a different perspective on SOF and the GWOT.

In this episode, Shombe Report joins us to talk about Southern Africa. Born and raised in Mozambique Shombe Report has been a superb friend and benefit to our community on all things Africa and the region's military.

Matt and Cody recap, the year in a Patreon episode-style format.

We sit down with Ryan West (IG:rwyeasnt) a former MARSOC Intel sergeant turned real estate agent. Ryan was matt's instructor when he first became an intel nerd and we sit down to talk about life, war, and intel.

Karl, an Australian sniper from 2RAR with multiple combat deployments comes on to talk about his business and page Coral Sea Raiding Company on Instagram, gear, snipers, and your wife's boyfriend's credit cards.

In this episode, we talk to Ian, founder of Warfighter Coffee, and we discuss veteran suicide, transitioning to civilian life, and veterans internationally

In this episode, we bring on Dean, a Patreon member and infantry enthusiast to explain the crucible that is Myanmar. Also matt left his laptop in his rental car.

In this episode, we talk to Skid Row who is represented by a Marine Corps Cobra pilot. Skid Row is a group of pilots that discuss and meme army aviation on a famous Instagram account. Want to know the future of rotary aviation and what it might hold? Listen in

Cody Talks about the worst houses he has cleaned up, Dingo goes to Vietnam, and Matt has to fight for his life.

This week we are joined by Sergeant First Class Dennis Mullins, a veteran of the Marine Corps infantry (1990-1994), US Army infantry (2005-2009), US Army intelligence analyst (2009-2022), and current contractor. He and I (Matt) discuss his experiences throughout his career, a comparison between soldering in the 1990s and the current day, and some f…

Do you think you have a handle on the Middle East? Well come in and grab a chair, Matt and Cody are gonna go down the list of things that matter in that part of the world.

In this Episode Cody breaks down how to war and basic tactics of invasions and how Russian defense works in modern warfare as well as explaining how America failed Ukraine.

Cody and the guys from the None Taken Podcast go over a sea of information, everything from Republican primaries, and the military, to spy rings and BRICS.

We talk with Marine Corps intel and podcast host BA adventures to discuss life, PSYOPS, and the military for better or worse.

In this episode, we take a break to tell some stories about war, military life, sex, drugs, and rock and roll. These episodes will be our fan mail podcasts where you can write a story or tell us something, its just a good old break from the usual, don't take it too serious <3

Tobin, a special operations logistics officer, Light-heavy weight MMA champion of III Army Corps (37-0), Veteran of the war against ISIS, and Cody's OG battle buddy comes on the podcast to talk logistics, finding success in life, and his life motto of FITFO (figure it the fuck out).

In this episode Cole from Alcon S2 comes on to talk about what he has going on with his business, New Zealand on the world stage, and what the future holds

John and Jake, two combat veteran infantry officers from The Green Howards (Yorkshire Regiment) talk about their experiences in Sierra Leon, Northern Ireland, and Afghanistan. We also get their take on modern politics and ukraine

In this episode, we discuss the details of Russian-made tanks and the numbers. We also go over the failed Ukrainian counter-offensive and how the narrative isn't the whole truth of the matter for things on the ground.

In this episode, we discuss the Malaysian Emergency (UK Vietnam) and the Vietnam War. For those that don't know there was another war from 1948-1960 in which the British fought communists in Malaysia, and they won. Meanwhile right next door the French and Americans lost back to back in Vietnam.

In this episode, Matt and Cody discuss Gulf War 1, Gulf War 2, and Gulf War 3. From Saddam to isis we look at Iraq to see what they look like next to each other and it isn't good.