{"podcast":{"title":"Mike Drop","slug":"mike-drop-63606","podcast_index_feed_id":63606,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/WWO3543350987","website_url":"https://www.mike-drop.com/","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/6428200c-4cce-11ee-bee7-1fb18d3eed46/image/5031d65552d0de38a3dbff287a7dcf56.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Mike Ritland","episode_count":390,"summary":"Mike Drop, hosted by former Navy SEAL and bestselling author Mike Ritland, is a no-holds-barred platform that dives deep into the stories and experiences of extraordinary individuals. Known for his candid and unfiltered approach, Mike interviews guests ranging from special operations veterans and elite athletes to renowned authors and thought leaders, offering listeners a exclusive glimpse into the human side of those who have excelled in their fields. Whether it's discussing the intense challenges of combat or the resilience required to overcome personal adversity, Mike Drop provides a space where real conversations happen.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-11T18:22:16.737810+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mike-drop-63606"},"episode":{"title":"Epstein Leverage, Iran Strikes & AI Warfare: Nick Koumalatsos Unfiltered | Ep. 283 | Pt. 3","slug":"epstein-leverage-iran-strikes-ai-warfare-nick-koumalatsos-unfiltered-ep-283-pt-3","published_at":"2026-03-20T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mike-drop-63606/epstein-leverage-iran-strikes-ai-warfare-nick-koumalatsos-unfiltered-ep-283-pt-3","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mike-drop-63606","url":"https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/WWO4349196381.mp3?updated=1773931697","audio_url":"https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/WWO4349196381.mp3?updated=1773931697","summary":"Nick Koumalatsos, Marine Raider, returns for the final segment of Episode 283. The discussion examines the Epstein case as a form of systemic leverage, followed by a critical assessment of U.S. strikes in Iran—questioning underlying motives, strategic interests, and broader implications. They address the rapid integration of AI in warfare, including autonomous targeting and the diminishing role of human judgment in combat. The conversation also considers the potential for SOCOM to operate as its own branch, along with emerging ideas around energy and recovery that remain outside mainstream focus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices","meta_description":"Nick Koumalatsos, Marine Raider, returns for the final segment of Episode 283. The discussion examines the Epstein case as a form of systemic leverage, fo…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3126,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/mike-drop-63606/episodes/epstein-leverage-iran-strikes-ai-warfare-nick-koumalatsos-unfiltered-ep-283-pt-3/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mike-drop-63606/epstein-leverage-iran-strikes-ai-warfare-nick-koumalatsos-unfiltered-ep-283-pt-3.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}