#2390 - Jack Carr

David Morrell

Indexed context: The host mentioned 'First Blood' as a significant influence on his understanding of the Vietnam War and its cultural impact. He expressed admiration…

Graham Greene

Indexed context: The host mentions 'Tears of Autumn' to highlight its relevance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia. They express excitement a…

Indexed context: The host mentioned '1968, Vietnam' as part of a discussion about a book tour he recently launched. He expressed enthusiasm about the book and its sig…

Guest: Jack Carr

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Jack Carr is a bestselling author, retired Navy SEAL, and host of several podcasts, including “Danger Close." His newest book, "Cry Havoc,” is available now.www.officialjackcarr.com https://www.youtube.com/@JackCarrUSA https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Cry-Havoc/Jack-Carr/9781668095256 Visible. Live in the know. Join today at https://www.visible.com/rogan

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David Morrell

The host mentioned 'First Blood' as a significant influence on his understanding of the Vietnam War and its cultural…

Graham Greene

The host mentions 'Tears of Autumn' to highlight its relevance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast…

The host mentioned '1968, Vietnam' as part of a discussion about a book tour he recently launched. He expressed enthu…

The Honorable Schoolboy

John le Carré

The host mentions 'The Honorable Schoolboy' as a significant work in the espionage genre, particularly highlighting i…

Platoon

Oliver Stone

The host mentions 'Platoon' in the context of discussing Charlie Sheen's career and the impact of his early experienc…

The Terminal List

Jack Carr

The host discusses the challenges and creative freedoms involved in adapting books to film, specifically referencing…

Brotherhood of the Rose

The host mentioned 'Brotherhood of the Rose' while discussing his deep interest in the Vietnam War and the cultural i…

League of Night and Fog

The host mentioned 'League of Night and Fog' as part of a discussion on the author's deep interest in the Vietnam War…

Vietnam War literature(4)adaptation of books to film(1)book tour launch(1)Charlie Sheen's book(1)espionage thriller discussion(1)espionage thrillers significance(1)filming Savage Son(1)Frederick Forsyth's influence(1)

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Referenced books include First Blood by David Morrell and Tears of Autumn by Graham Greene.
Related interests include Readers interested in Vietnam War history and its representation in popular culture. and Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptations.

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Readers interested in Vietnam War history and its representation in popular culture.Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptationsReaders interested in historical events and their cultural impactFans of Charlie Sheen and military-themed literatureFans of book adaptations and thriller genresReaders interested in historical fiction and military history

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David Morrell

Best for Readers interested in Vietnam War history and its representation in popular culture.Often cited around Vietnam War literature

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The mention of 'First Blood' refers to the book created by David Morrell, which introduced the character Rambo, and was a significant influence on the speaker.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

For: Readers interested in Vietnam War history and its representation in popular culture.

Indexed context: I kicked off the book tour with David Morrell, who created Rambo back in 1972 with First Blood.

The host mentioned 'First Blood' as a significant influence on his understanding of the Vietnam War and its cultural impact. He expressed admiration for David Morrell, highlighting the honor of kicking off his book tour with the author.

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Graham Greene

Best for Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptationsOften cited around Vietnam style TV show

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Mentioned alongside 'The Quiet American', indicating its relevance in the discussion of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Vietnam style TV show

For: Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptations

Indexed context: And this one was essentially, it's a espionage thriller set in. In Saigon but set in Southeast Asia more specifically.

The host mentions 'Tears of Autumn' to highlight its relevance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia. They express excitement about the potential for a new adaptation, indicating that the themes of the book resonate with current interests in storytelling.

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Best for Readers interested in historical events and their cultural impactOften cited around book tour launch

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The book explores the era of 1968 during the Vietnam War, aiming to present a narrative that reflects the perspectives of those living through that time without the benefit of hindsight.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: book tour launch

For: Readers interested in historical events and their cultural impact

Indexed context: But yeah, the book, 1968, Vietnam, and I thought this was going to be the book that was going to

The host mentioned '1968, Vietnam' as part of a discussion about a book tour he recently launched. He expressed enthusiasm about the book and its significance, indicating a deep personal connection to the era it covers.

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The Honorable Schoolboy

John le Carré

Best for Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptationsOften cited around espionage thriller discussion

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Referenced as part of a discussion on espionage thrillers, indicating its historical context in the genre.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: espionage thriller discussion

For: Fans of espionage thrillers and adaptations

Indexed context: And this one was essentially, it's a espionage thriller set in. In Saigon but set in Southeast Asia more specifically.

The host mentions 'The Honorable Schoolboy' as a significant work in the espionage genre, particularly highlighting its setting in Southeast Asia. They express excitement about the book's themes and its potential adaptation into a series, indicating its relevance and appeal to contemporary audiences.

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Platoon

Oliver Stone

Best for Fans of Charlie Sheen and military-themed literatureOften cited around Charlie Sheen's book

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You can't be normal if you're on the set of Apocalypse now when you're 10 years old, and then 10 years later, you're in Platoon.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Charlie Sheen's book

For: Fans of Charlie Sheen and military-themed literature

Indexed context: But reading that book, oh my gosh, it's amazing.

The host mentions 'Platoon' in the context of discussing Charlie Sheen's career and the impact of his early experiences in Hollywood. The host expresses admiration for the book and emphasizes the importance of having a physical copy to make notes.

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The Terminal List

Jack Carr

Best for Fans of book adaptations and thriller genresOften cited around adaptation of books to film

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The speaker discusses 'The Terminal List', a book that has been adapted into a TV show, emphasizing its narrative and character development.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: adaptation of books to film

For: Fans of book adaptations and thriller genres

Indexed context: When I saw the Terminal List, I was like, this is about as close as you can get and do a TV show and not have it rated NC17, like super hypergraphic.

The host discusses the challenges and creative freedoms involved in adapting books to film, specifically referencing 'The Terminal List.' They highlight how the series maintains a balance between staying true to the source material while being suitable for television audiences.

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Brotherhood of the Rose

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and military historyOften cited around Vietnam War literature

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The speaker mentions having written a series of books in the 80s, including 'Brotherhood of the Rose', which were significant works in his career.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and military history

Indexed context: But yeah, the book, 1968, Vietnam, and I thought this was going to be the book that was going to take me the least amount of time because I thought I had this foundation of knowledge when it comes to warfare, Vietnam in particular, those lessons.

The host mentioned 'Brotherhood of the Rose' while discussing his deep interest in the Vietnam War and the cultural influences surrounding that era. He emphasized the effort he put into writing the book to authentically capture the experiences of those who lived through the 1960s.

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League of Night and Fog

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and the Vietnam WarOften cited around Vietnam War literature

Indexed context

The speaker references 'League of Night and Fog' as part of the series of books he wrote in the 80s, highlighting their impact on his career.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and the Vietnam War

Indexed context: I thought I was well prepared to dive into this world.

The host mentioned 'League of Night and Fog' as part of a discussion on the author's deep interest in the Vietnam War and the 1960s. He emphasizes the effort to authentically capture the era's essence in his writing.

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Fraternity of the Stone

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and Vietnam War narrativesOften cited around Vietnam War literature

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Another book from the speaker's series written in the 80s, 'Fraternity of the Stone' is mentioned as part of his influential works.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and Vietnam War narratives

Indexed context: I thought I was well prepared to dive into this world.

The host mentioned 'Fraternity of the Stone' while discussing his deep interest in the Vietnam War and the cultural context of the 1960s. He emphasized the effort he put into ensuring the book authentically reflects the era's experiences and sentiments.

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Savage Son

Jack Carr

Best for Fans of the book and film adaptation enthusiastsOften cited around filming Savage Son

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So hopefully it's Savage Son next. And that's people's favorite, I think, of the books that.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: filming Savage Son

For: Fans of the book and film adaptation enthusiasts

Indexed context: It is surreal. Every time I walk onto set, I feel that way.

The host discusses the surreal experience of seeing his book 'Savage Son' being adapted into a film. He emphasizes the personal investment of the actors and crew, which enhances the authenticity of the project.

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Dark Wolf

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and empathy-building narratives.Often cited around importance of reading fiction

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The speaker refers to 'Dark Wolf', a book that has been adapted into a TV series, highlighting its connection to his other works.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: importance of reading fiction

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and empathy-building narratives.

Indexed context: I try to humanize it and personalize it in this book because you can read about.

The host emphasizes the significance of reading fiction to foster empathy and understanding of historical events, particularly through personal narratives. He mentions 'Dark Wolf' as a way to humanize the experiences of those involved in war, contrasting it with the often impersonal nature of nonfiction statistics.

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The Quiet American

Graham Greene

Best for Readers interested in espionage literature and historical context.Often cited around espionage thrillers significance

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The mention of 'The Quiet American' refers to a book that has not been done since, highlighting its significance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia.

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis

Trigger: espionage thrillers significance

For: Readers interested in espionage literature and historical context.

Indexed context: The mention of 'The Quiet American' refers to a book that has not been done since, highlighting its significance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia.

The host highlights 'The Quiet American' to emphasize its unique contribution to the genre of espionage thrillers, particularly in the context of Southeast Asia. This mention suggests that the book's themes and narrative style remain relevant and underexplored in contemporary literature.

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True Believer

Jack Carr

Best for Fans of the book and those interested in the film industryOften cited around impact of reading decline

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The speaker mentions 'True Believer', another book that has been adapted for television, discussing its storyline and character journey.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: impact of reading decline

For: Fans of the book and those interested in the film industry

Indexed context: I was in Morocco filming True Believer just a couple weeks ago.

The host mentioned 'True Believer' while discussing his recent filming experience in Morocco. This reference was made in the context of the broader conversation about the decline in reading and the impact of AI on creative industries.

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Day of the Jackal

Frederick Forsyth

Best for Fans of vintage watches and literature enthusiastsOften cited around Frederick Forsyth's influence

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Frederick Forsyth, the author actually had one. They used to do. They used to do. Had a relationship with him in the 70s and 80s.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Frederick Forsyth's influence

For: Fans of vintage watches and literature enthusiasts

Indexed context: Frederick Foresight. The author actually had one.

The host briefly mentions Frederick Forsyth in relation to his book 'Day of the Jackal' while discussing vintage watches and their marketing. This reference highlights the cultural significance of the book's author and his connection to luxury items like Rolex watches.

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Apocalypse Now

Best for Individuals interested in Vietnam War history and cultural studies.Often cited around researching Vietnam War

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I want to talk to him and ask him about, you know, Apocalypse. I'm gonna keep it to Apocalypse now.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: researching Vietnam War

For: Individuals interested in Vietnam War history and cultural studies.

Indexed context: For those that are watching or listening, it's like Apocalypse now, like the Mont Yards, like tribes and all that stuff.

The host mentioned 'Apocalypse Now' while discussing his extensive research on the Vietnam War. He referenced the film to illustrate the cultural context of the Montagnard tribes he was studying.

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First Blood

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Tears of Autumn

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Indexed context: The host mentions 'Tears of Autumn' to highlight its relevance in the context of espionage thrillers set in Southeast Asia. They express excitement a…

1968, Vietnam

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Indexed context: The host mentioned '1968, Vietnam' as part of a discussion about a book tour he recently launched. He expressed enthusiasm about the book and its sig…

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