Today’s guest is bestselling author, U.S. Army combat veteran, and SWAT law enforcement officer Joshua Hood. Josh served in the 82nd Airborne Division conducting combat operations with the 3-504 Parachute Infantry Regiment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. From 2007 to 2008, he served as team lead for the 1-508th Parachute Infantry Regiment during Operation Furious Pursuit in Afghanistan. He was decorated for valor during the infamous Battle of 82 Eastings. Joshua is also a former sniper team leader for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office’s SWAT team.  He is the USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of The Treadstone Series, Clear by Fire, and Warning Order. His newest thriller, The Guardian, is out now. You can learn more about Joshua by visiting joshuahoodbooks.com, and by following him on Instagram @joshuahoodbooks  SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today’s episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today’s episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear SIG: Today’s featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Go! Go! Go! By Rusty Firmin Schnee’s Boots SIG P226 X5  Bad Ass Work Bench Triple Aught T-Shirts