Videos tagged with Ed Calderon

This episode details the extreme dangers faced by Mexican police officers dealing with powerful cartels, including direct cartel encounters with armored vehicles and automatic weapons. The guest recounts being targeted, witnessing colleagues murdered after being kidnapped by cartel members posing as federal agents, and the pervasive corruption fueled by the 'Plata o Plomo' ultimatum. The discussion also touches on the international dimension, linking Chinese state activities to fentanyl production and cartel growth, and the personal toll of trauma and PTSD on officers.

This video is an update from Shawn Ryan, discussing his recent trip to Mexico with Ed Calderon and an interview covering topics related to China. While specific firearms are not detailed, the mention of his involvement with Ed Calderon (known for his work in security and intelligence, often involving firearms and related discussions) suggests potential for content relevant to the firearms community. The description hints at a live update format, which could include viewer interaction and discussion of current events with a potential security or tactical angle.

This MagLife Podcast clip features Daniel interviewing Ed Calderon about his greatest fear. Ed reveals that his primary concern isn't physical danger, which he has grown accustomed to through past experiences, but rather the fear of not living a purposeful life. He emphasizes the importance of bringing meaning to his experiences and not letting them be in vain. The clip highlights Ed's introspective perspective on life and purpose, shaped by significant life events.

This episode of The Mag Life Podcast features an interview with Ed Calderon, a former Mexican police agent with extensive experience in border control, drug cartels, and security training. Ed and host Daniel discuss the Mexican Drug War, foreign gun-running, US intervention, firearms ownership in Mexico and its parallels to the US, and human trafficking. Ed Calderon is a recognized expert in personal security, offering training in anti-abduction, escape and evasion, unarmed combat, and unconventional edged-weapon work.

This video demonstrates a critical counter-custody technique taught by Ed Calderon to a Navy SEAL. The core of the demonstration is the friction-saw method for escaping zip ties using a specialized cord. The instruction emphasizes the importance of proper cord placement and tension for effective escape, highlighting the necessity of such skills in high-risk environments.

This episode of OFFGRID BACK BRIEF focuses on plate carriers and chest rigs, offering expert advice on why you need them, what to look for when purchasing, and how to effectively set them up. The panel features seasoned military special operations personnel, federal law enforcement officers, and private security contractors who share their decades of real-world experience with this gear. They discuss going "full kit" and provide insights gained from global deployments. The episode also highlights the guest experts by name and affiliation.