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The Team House

The Team House

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The Team House is a long-form, fiercely apolitical national security podcast hosted by Jack Murphy, featuring special operations veterans, intelligence professionals, frontline reporters, and guests who have never spoken publicly before. It delivers deep-dive conversations on conflict, tradecraft, and the forces shaping the world, alongside the sister show Eyes On Geopolitics hosted by Mick Mulroy, Andy Milburn, and Jason Lyons, focused on breaking down current geopolitical events and what they mean for national security.

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  • 2 Week Ceasefire Reached with Iran | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    2 Week Ceasefire Reached with Iran | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
    Apr 8 2026
    This episode features a dynamic discussion on the recent ceasefire in the Middle East, strategic communications, and the geopolitical implications of the conflict. Experts analyze the military, diplomatic, and information warfare aspects, providing insights into future developments. This episode features an in-depth discussion on military logistics, geopolitical strategies, and current international conflicts, with insights from military experts and analysts. We explore the realities of troop movements, ceasefire negotiations, and the implications of recent diplomatic developments.
    00:00 Introduction and Context of the Ceasefire
    02:42 The Dynamics of the Ceasefire and Regional Reactions
    08:26 The Role of Key Players and Historical Context
    14:11 Strategic Communication and Global Perception
    19:59 Media Influence and Propaganda in Modern Warfare
    21:09 The Role of Information Warfare
    24:25 Communication Strategies in Conflict Zones
    28:55 Diplomatic Maneuvering and Ceasefire Negotiations
    36:28 Evaluating Military Objectives and Outcomes
    47:59 The Complexity of U.S.-Iran Relations
    49:11 The Fun of Analyzing Agreements
    51:48 Media Reactions and Propaganda
    53:43 The Ceasefire and Its Implications
    58:33 Military Readiness and Strategic Concerns
    01:02:24 Economic Reactions and Market Impacts
    01:07:21 Future Warfare and Intelligence Perspectives


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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Inside the Insane F-15 WSO Rescue in Iran by U.S. SOF | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

    Inside the Insane F-15 WSO Rescue in Iran by U.S. SOF | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS
    Apr 6 2026
    This episode breaks down the dramatic rescue of a downed F-15 pilot inside Iran and what it reveals about modern warfare, intelligence, and risk. The panel digs into how the operation unfolded, the role of CIA and JSOC, and the bigger question—whether the U.S. has a real strategy as the conflict escalates. From tactical success to strategic uncertainty, this is a clear-eyed look at what comes next.
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    00:00 — Start
    00:01 — Full Panel Intro & Breaking News Setup
    00:40 — F-15 Pilot Rescue & Jack Murphy Breaks the Story
    01:30 — Tactical Success vs Strategic Reality
    02:30 — How the Rescue Actually Happened (FARP, Little Birds, Airstrikes)
    05:30 — What Went Wrong: Lost Aircraft & Extraction Problems
    08:00 — CIA Role, Deception Ops & Public Disclosure Debate
    10:30 — ISOPREP & Behind Enemy Lines Survival
    13:00 — What Shot Down the F-15? SAMs, Reapers & Air Threats
    16:30 — Civilian Resistance Inside Iran Helping the Pilot
    20:00 — Intelligence Failures: Are We Focused on the Wrong Things?
    28:00 — Policy vs Intel: Is Leadership Ignoring the Intelligence?
    35:00 — Escalation Path: Strikes on Infrastructure & What Comes Next
    43:00 — Endgame: Ground War Risk, Deadlines & Strategic Outlook

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • From Iraq’s Chaos to the Frontlines Against ISIS with the YPG | Dan Meally | Ep. 405

    From Iraq’s Chaos to the Frontlines Against ISIS with the YPG | Dan Meally | Ep. 405
    Apr 4 2026
    Dan Meally shares his journey from a chaotic early career in the British Army to deploying in Iraq, where tactical successes often clashed with strategic failure. He later recounts fighting ISIS alongside Kurdish forces in Syria, offering a raw look at modern combat, unit culture, and the realities on the ground. The conversation also explores the long-term impact of war and the challenges of coming home.
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    00:00 — Start
    00:30 — Dan Meally Intro (British Army → YPG → Syria)
    02:00 — Rough Childhood & Joining the Army
    04:30 — Color Blindness & Infantry Entry Story
    07:00 — Basic Training & Early Army Culture
    10:00 — Drugs, Discipline & Dysfunctional Unit
    13:00 — Belize Jungle Deployment & Signals Chaos
    17:00 — Heat Casualty & Carrying Full Kit Load
    21:00 — Northern Ireland Riot Training Gets Violent
    25:00 — Volunteering for Iraq
    28:00 — Basra Deployment & Equipment Failures
    32:00 — Massive Ambush on British Convoy
    36:00 — Casualties & Friendly Fire Incident
    42:00 — Why Iraq Was a Strategic Failure
    55:00 — Afghanistan Deployment & ANA Chaos
    01:20:00 — Transition Out & Decision to Go to Syria
    01:35:00 — Joining the YPG & Foreign Fighters
    01:50:00 — Combat Against ISIS & Frontline Reality
    02:05:00 — Airpower, Drones & Fighting ISIS
    02:25:00 — ISIS Assault & Holding the Line Overnight
    02:40:00 — Sniping, Firefights & Killing ISIS Fighters
    02:55:00 — End of Tour & Reflections on War

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    3 hrs and 7 mins
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