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My guest today is Annie Peguero.Annie is on a mission to help leaders transform fear into confidence and lead with balance and purpose. An adoptee, former federal law enforcement officer and military spouse, Annie's journey has taken her from navigating her own identity and reinvention to her decades-long work of empowering leaders worldwide to embrace authenticity and resilience. She has lived across the U.S., Italy, and Japan, and her work draws from global perspectives and lived experiences.Annie is a Georgetown-trained executive leadership coach, and the creator of the B.R.A.V.E. Framework and founder of The Lion's Garden Academy, a neuroscience-based method for leadership development and personal growth. She is also the author of the forthcoming book Fear Alchemy which equips leaders with the tools to navigate fear and uncertainty with clarity and courage for greater impact.Annie holds a BS in Special Education, a Master's in Park Resource Management, several certifications from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and a certification in executive leadership coaching. A lifelong learner and wellness advocate, Annie is committed to empowering leaders to find alignment and brave expansion on the other side of fear in their personal and professional lives. She lives in Northern Virginia with her retired Marine husband and two daughters and loves outdoor adventures, alcohol-free living and impromptu dance parties in the kitchen.Annie is also an amazing storyteller and we first got connected through the telling of stories.  You'll hear about that story in a minute, as well as other inspiring stories of Annie's life.Annie, thank you for this wonderful conversation.  Thank you for your bravery, your stories, your reflections, and your wisdom.  I love the connection with you, the discovery in this conversation, and hope for many more conversations and stories in the future!Connect with Annie:Annie's Website: https://www.thelionsgarden.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniepeguero/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lions-garden/id1412692951  Make Life Less Difficult~ Support:buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

Stanley Milford, Jr., graduated from the United States Indian Police Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, New Mexico, and worked continuously as a sworn law enforcement officer for over twenty-three years. He served as the delegated Chief Navajo Ranger for over two years through March of 2019. While with the Navajo Rangers, Stan oversaw a section called the Special Projects Unit (SPU), whose responsibilities included the investigation of cases that did not fit within everyday parameters of law enforcement or criminal investigation, many of which involved reports of the paranormal or supernatural. After leaving the Navajo Rangers, Stan served as the senior investigator for the Navajo Nation's White Collar Crime Unit. His novel is: The Paranormal Ranger Learn more here. Intro reel, Writing Table Podcast 2024 Outro RecordingFollow the Writing Table:On Twitter/X: @writingtablepcEverywhere else: @writingtablepodcastEmail questions or tell us who you'd like us to invite to the Writing Table: writingtablepodcast@gmail.com.

In this episode, we delve into the nuanced world of effective interviewing with special guest Bobby Masano, a seasoned investigator and Special Agent in Charge at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. We explore key techniques such as obtaining an admission before a confession, the strategic use of direct questions, and the paramount importance of building rapport with interviewees. From criminal investigations to everyday business interactions, we uncover invaluable insights that can elevate our communication skills, foster trust, and achieve desired outcomes. Join us as we unlock the secrets to mastering the art of strategic questioning and relationship building.Timestamps: (00:00) Introducing Bobby Masano.(07:28) Military investigates sexual conduct for admissions first.(11:27) Strategically use yes/no questions with evidence.(16:30) Using direct questions can reveal truths effectively.(24:16) Planning disadvantages removes excuses in negotiations effectively.(27:37) Rapport as conversation, not just a step.(33:38) Elicit questions for stronger, trustful confessions.(38:09) Using subtle techniques for rapport-building yields benefits.(44:22) Respectful questioning led to 15-year conviction.(47:40) Substance abuse recovery led to mutual respect.(55:20) Convince them it's beneficial to talk.(01:01:23) He confessed and worried about HR's reaction.(01:07:27) Thank listeners; try Human Tel training discount.(01:08:40) Learn, qualify, and advance with certifiedinterviewer.comSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

A Navajo Ranger's chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and unexplained in NavajolandAs a Native American with parents of both Navajo and Cherokee descent, Stanley Milford Jr. grew up in a world where the supernatural was both expected and taboo, where shapeshifters roamed, witchcraft was a thing to be feared, and children were taught not to whistle at night.In his youth, Milford never went looking for the paranormal, but it always seemed to find him. When he joined the fabled Navajo Rangers—a law enforcement branch of the Navajo Nation who are equal parts police officers, archeological conservationists, and historians—the paranormal became part of his job. Alongside addressing the mundane duties of overseeing the massive 27,000-square-mile reservation, Milford was assigned to utterly bizarre and shockingly frequent cases involving mysterious livestock mutilations, skinwalker and Bigfoot sightings, UFOs, and malicious hauntings.In The Paranormal Ranger, Milford recounts the stories of these cases from the clinical and deductive perspective of a law enforcement officer. Milford's Native American worldview and investigative training collide to provide an eerie account of what logic dictates should not be possible.BioStanley Milford Jr. graduated from the United States Indian Police Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, New Mexico, and worked continuously as a sworn law enforcement officer for over twenty-three years. He served as the delegated Chief Navajo Ranger for over two years through March of 2019. While with the Navajo Rangers, Stan oversaw a section called the Special Projects Unit (SPU), whose responsibilities included the investigation of cases that did not fit within everyday parameters of law enforcement or criminal investigation, many of which involved reports of the paranormal or supernatural. After leaving the Navajo Rangers, Stan served as the senior investigator for the Navajo Nation's White Collar Crime Unit.https://www.amzn.com/dp/0063371057 https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

A Navajo Ranger's chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and unexplained in NavajolandAs a Native American with parents of both Navajo and Cherokee descent, Stanley Milford Jr. grew up in a world where the supernatural was both expected and taboo, where shapeshifters roamed, witchcraft was a thing to be feared, and children were taught not to whistle at night.In his youth, Milford never went looking for the paranormal, but it always seemed to find him. When he joined the fabled Navajo Rangers—a law enforcement branch of the Navajo Nation who are equal parts police officers, archeological conservationists, and historians—the paranormal became part of his job. Alongside addressing the mundane duties of overseeing the massive 27,000-square-mile reservation, Milford was assigned to utterly bizarre and shockingly frequent cases involving mysterious livestock mutilations, skinwalker and Bigfoot sightings, UFOs, and malicious hauntings.In The Paranormal Ranger, Milford recounts the stories of these cases from the clinical and deductive perspective of a law enforcement officer. Milford's Native American worldview and investigative training collide to provide an eerie account of what logic dictates should not be possible.BioStanley Milford Jr. graduated from the United States Indian Police Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, New Mexico, and worked continuously as a sworn law enforcement officer for over twenty-three years. He served as the delegated Chief Navajo Ranger for over two years through March of 2019. While with the Navajo Rangers, Stan oversaw a section called the Special Projects Unit (SPU), whose responsibilities included the investigation of cases that did not fit within everyday parameters of law enforcement or criminal investigation, many of which involved reports of the paranormal or supernatural. After leaving the Navajo Rangers, Stan served as the senior investigator for the Navajo Nation's White Collar Crime Unit.https://www.amzn.com/dp/0063371057 https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

“In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things” – Epictetus   In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:   At the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the cadre at the Physical Techniques Division love to meter out punishment for minor transgressions. Students learn, in short order, that there is no benefit in standing out from the crowd and classes quickly band together to up level everyone's performance for the good of the whole. Through this shared adversity, true friendships are built on principles of trust, empathy, and mutual support.   We talk about how shared adversity can make us greater on today's podcast!   Resources + Links:   Connect with Kristofor | www.kristoforhealey.com Connect with Kristofor on Instagram | @team_healey Subscribe to The Stoic Responder on Substack | https://thestoicresponder.substack.com Subscribe to The Stoic Responder on YouTube | The Stoic Responder Buy your copy of In Valor: 365 Stoic Meditations for First Responders, here! Buy your copy of Indispensable: A Tactical Plan for the Modern Man, here! Book Kristofor for a speaking event, here!   Sponsor Discounts:    Friend of the show Dan Hickman (@danieljasonhickman on Instagram) hosts the Competitive Edge Podcast and is a father, entrepreneur and hybrid athlete. As a MyZone Ambassador, Dan is offering The Stoic Responder Podcast listeners $60 off of a MyZone heart rate monitor using discount code TMZUS001-51445-60. If you aren't using a heart rate monitor to train, you're missing out on critical data. Through accurate heart rate tracking and real-time feedback, all effort counts.   Takeaways:   Loyalty is tested in times of adversity. Unity is crucial when facing challenges together. Shared experiences create deeper connections. Adversity reveals true character and friendships. Building bonds through hardship strengthens relationships. Prosperity can lead to superficial connections. Engaging in difficult tasks together fosters trust. Reflect on your ability to support friends in tough times. Seek out opportunities for shared adversity. Cultivate a circle of friends who uplift each other.   Until Next Time…out of role! 

In Episode 90, Sofia interviews Todd Fox. Fox is the Founder and Managing Director of the Close Protection Corps, a specialized services firm established in 1999, providing protective services to celebrities, dignitaries, and executives in challenging environments. Known for successful operations in regions like Mexico, Colombia, Iraq, and Russia, the firm's high-profile clients have included Madonna, Janet Jackson, Supreme Court Justices, and UN Officials.A former U.S. Marine with 12 years of service, Todd's diverse assignments included operating with JTF-6 and unique "B" billet roles. He transitioned to law enforcement, creating and training a special response team for significant national events, and is a graduate of advanced programs at the Counterterrorism Division of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Certified by the Force Science Institute, he is a recognized Use of Force Analyst.Todd is also a lifelong martial artist, holding black belts in three disciplines, and boasts a professional MMA record of 10-2. He is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion and actively trains in BJJ and Muay Thai.An accomplished author, Todd has written three books on protective service operations and one on force instruction, with titles such as *Protection for & from Humanity* and *All Access: The Secrets of Tour Security*. His upcoming book, *UNDERPINNING: Foundational Concepts in Force Instruction*, is expected in August 2023.Join us on the She Shield Podcast as we delve into the world of high-stakes protective operations with Todd Fox.Join us as we delve into Todd's vast experience and insights in protective services, martial arts, and law enforcement on this episode of the She Shield Podcast.Follow the pod on instagram for more episode updates @sheshieldpod. Thank you all for your encouragement and support. If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/sheshieldpodPodcast Sponsors: Links and CodesBig Tex Ordnance: your soon-to-be favorite retailer for all of your firearms needs. Use code “FIT4FIA” for 10% off your BTO order and to support the pod via https://www.bigtexordnance.com/?ref=79990 Walkers Inc. Hearing Protection: Use code “SHESHIELD20” to save and to support the pod https://www.walkersgameear.com/ SOG: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod https://sogknives.com/ GPS Range Bags: Use code “SHESHIELD20” to save and to support the pod https://www.goutdoorsproducts.com/ Birchwood Casey: Use code “SHESHIELD20” to save and to support the pod  https://www.birchwoodcasey.com/ Cold Steel: Use code “SHESHIELD20” to save and to support the pod https://www.coldsteel.com/ Ciguera Gear:  https://ciguera.com/ All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodHold My Guns Firearms Storage for Those in Need: https://www.holdmyguns.org/Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Todd's Website2. Todd's Books on Amazon

Having Roger Canaff join me on this show has long been a goal, and I finally was able to reconnect with this former colleague. I met Roger when I was working for the US Army in a position known as a Highly Qualified Expert for the Criminal Investigation Command (known as CID-Criminal Investigation Division). Part of my job was co-managing a 2-week Special Victims Unit Investigation Course (SVUIC), conducted at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, and at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Brunswick, GA.  Roger was also hired by the Army as an HQE, with the Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG Corps). Prior to his appointment as an HQE Roger had been working as a sexual assault prosecutor in several different jurisdictions and capacities. I had the great fortune of meeting Roger in his HQE capacity and invited him to teach several iterations of the SVUIC at both Ft. Leonard Wood and at FLETC. Roger graciously agreed to teach, and he and I became friends, and remain so to this day. It wasn't difficult to find common ground with Roger during this episode, and I asked him questions on numerous topics from his perspectives on prosecuting sexual assault cases to the importance of being trauma informed, both as a prosecutor and as a victim/survivor of sexual assault or rape, to his impressions of the impact of the #MeToo movement. I don't think it matters what your job is, or what your knowledge base is concerning sexual assault or rape…Roger's insights, experience, and perspectives on all of these topics are informative and helpful in grasping the urgency and importance of prosecuting rape and sexual assault. Please take the time to rate and subscribe to this show if you haven't already done so…every little bit helps in making this podcast grow. This is an important aspect to helping bring justice to victims and survivors of rape or sexual assault, because this podcast is a safe space for them to share their stories, support each other on our healing journeys, and provide education and focus on learning ways to help curb the prevalence of rape and sexual assault in our communities. Thank you for your help in this cause, and for your loyalty in listening to this show! Here are some links and information that I hope you'll look at and share:  

IT'S HERE: STS HARDCOVER BOOK SIGNED COPIES FROM JOEL AND KARM: https://premierecollectibles.com/waldmanPre-Order Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Website: https://survivingthesurvivor.com/STS Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/#STSNation, Join our Patreon to see exclusive footage of Jim Fuda plus watch a prison interview of Jim with an inmate to discuss how & why he took hostages! WATCH it here: Https://www.patreon.com/survivingthes... Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. In this special STS series, Surviving My Biggest Case, Hostage Negotiator Jim Fuda takes us on the journey of what it takes to save hostages under extreme pressure. #BestGuest: Jim Fuda spent 33 years as a law enforcement professional where he worked a variety of assignments including Special Operations, where his skillset included Hostage Negotiations Team Leader, Major Event Planner, Dignitary Protection Coordinator, Marine Unit Commander, and Physical Security Specialist. Jim was a Department of Justice contractor, teaching in Pakistan, Bosnia, and Indonesia. Jim also teaches throughout the United States with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, instructing First Responder and Anti-Terrorist Operations. Jim's skill and experience were utilized as a key organizer for the 1990 Goodwill Games, the 1996 APEC, and the 1999 WTO Conference to name just a few. He was also responsible for policy and procedure development for “Y2K”, Critical Incident Response Operations, Marine Unit Operations, and Courthouse Security Operations. Jim responded to more than 300 Hostage/Barricade situations and is responsible for saving numerous lives. Jim is now the Director of LE Services for Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound and is working on a Transnational Initiative, which is a 4-country cooperative alliance to combat Human Trafficking, Terrorism, Illicit Trade, Narcotics Trafficking, Illegal Arms Dealing, Cyber Crime and Corruption. The project involves utilizing an anonymous APP which allows citizens to report crime anonymously. Jim was instrumental in forming Crime Stoppers Global Solutions, an NGO that is now responsible for this Transnational Crime Initiative. #hostagenegotiator #truecrimecommunity #truestory #truecrimepodcast #crime_news #crimestory #criminaljustice #justice #lawenforcement #seattle #podcast #stsnation

  Today we will be joined by John Hearne. John Hearne has been a Federal law enforcement officer since 1992 and a firearms instructor since 2001. John has been a staff instructor for Tom Givens and Rangemaster Firearm Training Services, traveling the country and teaching firearms for armed citizens, law enforcement agencies, and military units. John has over 1,500 documented training hours from most of the respected training institutions and trainers such as GunSite, Thunder Ranch, Rogers Shooting School, Viking Tactics, Paul Howe, Masaad Ayoob, Ken Hackathorn, Larry Vickers, Louis Awerbuck, and many others. He has firearms instructor credentials from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Federal Bureau of Investigations, NRA Law Enforcement Activities Division, Paul Howe/CSAT, and Tom Givens/Rangemaster.   We will have a little coffee, as we discuss the growing threats, criminal violence preparedness, as well as where our society and nation are headed. Do not miss this live stream!   Follow John: www.rangemaster.com http://jhearne.com/ SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

* Description provided by the Dolan Consulting Website, https://www.dolanconsultinggroup.com/instructor/kevin-gilmartin/DR. KEVIN GILMARTINAttorneyDr. Gilmartin is a behavioral scientist specializing in law enforcement related issues. He is a principal and co-founder of Gilmartin, Harris, and Associates, a behavioral sciences/management consulting company specializing in law enforcement/public safety consultation.Dr. Gilmartin previously spent twenty years working in law enforcement in Tucson, Arizona. During his tenure he supervised the Hostage Negotiations Team and the Behavioral Sciences Unit. He is a former recipient of the International Association of Chiefs of Police-Parade Magazine, National Police Officer Citation Award for contributions during hostage negotiations. He presently maintains a consulting relationship with public safety and law enforcement agencies nationally in the U.S. and in Canada. He is guest instructor at the FBI Academy's Law Enforcement Executive Development Institute (LEEDS and EDI). He is an adjunct instructor at Cornell University's New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations, the University of Massachusetts Police Leadership Institute, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia, and Sam Houston State University's Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas. He is retained as a consultant to several Federal agency national critical incident response teams. He is a charter member of the IACP-Psychological Services Section and former vice-president of the Society of Police and Criminal Psychology. The Department of Justice, FBI, and International Association of Chiefs of Police have published his work. He holds a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona and is a licensed psychologist in the State of Arizona. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and resides in Tucson, Arizona and Salem, Oregon.

In This Episode, We Get Tactical About: From Baseball to the Border The Ten Year Journey from Local Police to Federal Agent Being an Investigative Swiss Army Knife No Prior, No Hire? Working for a Small Agency The Politics of Federal Law Enforcement Screw Up, Move Up “Why Don't You Make Some Cases First, Bro?” The No Accountability Culture in Law Enforcement Management The Things You Can't Bring Home Mental Wellness Issues in Law Enforcement You're More Useful Doing What You Love Are You in the Right Career? There's No Mechanism to Help LEOs Internally The Psychological Danger of “Othering” Agents in Need Fixing Others but Not Fixing Ourselves Willpower Does Not Exist When it Comes to Addiction A Reasonable Fear of EPP Alcoholics Hide Their Addiction - And Cops Play the Game Well The Breaking Point How the Career Becomes Our Identity Hollywood Romanticizes Law Enforcement and Drinking Isolation is the Killer Don't Strive to Be Great, Strive to Be Useful Mark 13:33 - Be Alert, Be Aware The Next Day is a New Start No One Will Care for Your Well Being More Than You Will Resources + Links:   Connect with Kristofor on Instagram | @team_healey   Connect with Kristofor on Substack | https://kristoforhealey.substack.com   How can Kristofor help you become an indispensable man? https://linktr.ee/krhealey   Download a FREE COPY of Indispensable: A Tactical Plan for the Modern Man   Buy your copy of the book, here!   Shoot us a message on Instagram with your biggest takeaway @team_healey   Show Notes:   Jeff Fields is an accomplished law enforcement professional with over two decades of extensive experience at both local and federal levels. Across his career, Jeff has been a patrol officer, a TFO, a Special Agent and a high level internal affairs investigator who conducted highly sensitive and widely publicized investigations driven by Congressional motivation, focusing on executive-level government personnel and programs.    In addition to his law enforcement career, Jeff worked as a medico-legal death investigator in both New Mexico and North Carolina. He holds certifications as an active shooter response instructor from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and has received advanced training in executive protection, firearms, whistleblower/retaliation claims, and procurement fraud.    Currently residing in North Carolina, Jeff is working on his first book Sober From Sin, which delves into "A Law Enforcement Veteran's Self-Investigation Journey through Trauma, Addiction, Faith, and Redemption."    Today we talk about the toll our careers in law enforcement take and the way the job can exacerbate the problems we face at work and at home.  Jeff's story is one that many law enforcement officers face and his mission now is to share his story and be an asset and resource to others dealing with the same issues he faced across over two decades in the field.    You can find Jeff online at:   1333Consulting.com or via email at consulting1333@icloud.com   Until Next Time… Out of role.   

This Week's Guests: Former secret service agent - Jonathan Wackrow Comedian - Dan Naturman Episode 288 The World's Famous comedy Cellar presents "Live From America Podcast" with Noam Dworman and Hatem Gabr. The top experts and thinkers of the world and the best comics in the Nation get together weekly with our hosts to discuss different topics each week, News, Culture, Politics, comedy & and more with an equal parts of knowledge and comedy! Jonathan Wackrow is a Senior Managing Director and COO of Teneo Risk and serves as the Global Head of Security for Teneo. Jonathan leads enterprise risk and crisis management engagements and advises CEOs, management teams, and Boards on issues relating to risk intelligence, enterprise security risk management, and crisis preparedness and response. Mr. Wackrow is an exclusive Law Enforcement Analyst for CNN, providing on-air analysis of risk, safety, and security matters for domestic and international events. Prior to joining Teneo, Mr. Wackrow was the Executive Director of RANE Corp's Advisory Group. In that capacity, he advised leading corporations on enterprise security risk management, business intelligence and diligence research, critical infrastructure protection, and crisis management procedures. Mr. Wackrow is a nationally recognized expert on enterprise risk security policy and procedures. He regularly presents at the annual conferences for ASIS International, Event Services Professionals Association, the Association of Corporate Councils, Pension Investment Association of Canada, and Meeting Planners International. Mr. Wackrow spent the majority of his professional career as a Special Agent in the United States Secret Service, serving as a criminal investigator in New York City and as a member of the Presidential Protection Division in Washington, DC. While assigned to the President's detail, he managed numerous high-level security operations both in the United States and abroad while assigned to the protection of the President and First Lady of the United States. Mr. Wackrow's philosophy towards corporate security risk management is simple; security should be a workforce multiplier to enhance other organizational divisions, helping to achieve the Financial goals of the company. Jonathan has extensive involvement designing enterprise security risk policies and procedures, which require deep understanding of critical business-drivers in multiple operating segments. He is highly successful in building relationships with upper-level decision makers, seizing control of critical problem areas, and delivering on client commitments. Jonathan Wackrow is the current Chair of the ASIS International's Executive Protection Counsel, a Commission Member with The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Commission on Hostage Taking, and is a graduate of Loyola University in Baltimore, Maryland, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and the United States Secret Service Academy. Follow Live From America YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UCS2fqgw61yK1J6iKNxV0LmA Twitter twitter.com/AmericasPodcast www.LiveFromAmericaPodcast.com LiveFromAmerica@ComedyCellar.com Follow Hatem Twitter twitter.com/HatemNYC Instagram www.instagram.com/hatemnyc/ Follow Noam Twitter twitter.com/noamdworman?lang #JonathanWackrow #Secretservice #USSecretservice

Todd Fox joined The Protectors® to talk about his new book, UNDERPINNING.  This is a MUST have for any defensive tactics instructors that teach LEOs, this is important for LEOs as well.  There is a ton to unpack in the pages of Underpinning, a ton of NEEDED information.  Listen in as we talk the book and a ton more.  About Todd: Todd Fox is the founder and owner of the Close Protection Group. He is a former U.S. Marine and was assigned duties that spanned the Corps' broad gamut, ranged from washing dishes to operating with JTF-6. His access to “B” billets offered insight into unique realms outside the military. Mr. Fox is also a former law enforcement officer. He was responsible for the creation, development and training of a regional law enforcement Special Response Team. His team participated in the protection of humans and assets during several pivotal national events. He is a graduate of multiple advanced programs at the Counterterrorism Division of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Mr. Fox has been a lifelong martial artist. He holds three black belts in uniquely different arts. While in the Marine Corps, he fought in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and retired with a professional record of ten wins and two losses. Mr. Fox is a black belt U.S. National Champion, U.S. Open Champion and Pan American Medalist in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He continues to actively train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai. Mr. Fox has authored three books on protective service operations and numerous articles as a protective security subject matter expert (SME).Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Let's face it, relationships are complicated.  But the more you know about yourself and your partner, the easier it is to communicate and navigate conflict. This week, Mike Alexander, Enneagram Six returns along with his wife, Enneagram One, and psychotherapist Cheryl, for a powerful conversation about the dynamics of their relationship and their own journey of healing within their types.  We dig into a few of the challenges they face and learn how figuring out the inner workings of themselves and each other helped salvage their marriage. You don't want to miss this powerful conversation.   ----- ABOUT MIKE  Mike Alexander is a nationally recognized expert in ethics, integrity, leadership development, and coaching. This specialty began and flourished during his 41-year career in law enforcement and has defined the years following his retirement from service. Through the U.S. Department of Justice Community Policing Divisions, the thirty-six (36) Regional Community Policing Institute, the Multi-jurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training Center, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the Texas Municipal League, the International Law Enforcement Administration, and the Texas Police Chiefs Association, the Carruth Policing Institute, he has traveled the nation training officers and community members on leadership development, ethics and integrity. In 1999, he founded the LION Leadership Institute, with workshops focused on leadership engagement, employee wellness, cost of conflict, psychological safety, emotional intelligence, healthy work environments, and socialization. He is currently working as an adjunct professor and leadership and curriculum development consultant with Austin Community College. Instagram: @thelion_institute LinkedIn: @thelion-organizational-development-instituteTwitter: @LION_Institute  Facebook: @thelion.institute    ABOUT CHERYL Cheryl is a native Texan, born in Waco, Texas, and reared in San Antonio, Texas.  She is the daughter of the late LC and Dorothy Christman. She has one sister, Debbie Grady.  Cheryl lived in San Antonio, Texas, until she graduated from Incarnate Word High School.  After graduating from high school, she attended Southwest Texas State University (now known today as Texas State University) in San Marcos, Texas, where she received her bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a master's degree in School Psychology with a minor in Special Education. She is currently working on her dissertation for the Ph.D. Marriage and Family Counseling program at Northwestern University. She worked 13 years in the law enforcement field as a prison guard, an adult probation officer, and a Texas Youth Commission parole officer. She worked  22 years in the education field … 15 years as a school counselor.  She is currently in private practice as a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor at  Plan C Consultation and Counseling Services.

In part 2 of this conversation on race, former police chiefs Ed Cronin and Mike Alexander, continue to address the problem of systemic racism in law enforcement, how it has impacted them personally and offer solutions. This is a deeply honest and open conversation on race, racism and the criminal justice system from two former senior police officers. Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement and How to End It  As a Black police officer in Texas, Mike Alexander faced not only bias, prejudice and racism from his White peers but also from some of the communities he served.  Ed Cronin shares what it was like for him as a white police officer when he became aware of the systemic racism in the department and its impact on the communities he served. Hear his story of how he developed empathy and connection. By carrying out open and honest conversations about race and racism, it's possible to find approaches that can contribute to a more just and understanding future. In the episode, Ed Cronin discusses his initial assumptions that police officers would be compassionate and empathetic, only to learn about the corruption present in the force. He believes that his own experiences of trauma and violence resonate with the Black community's experience. Across the world, systemic racism exists in law enforcement and impacts the fair application of law and order. It's essential to recognize and address this persistent problem to create an equitable environment for people of all races and backgrounds. Acknowledging and being aware of systemic racism helps individuals understand and empathize with the experiences of those disproportionately affected by this phenomenon. In Part 2, of Cops Against Systemic Racism, Mike and Ed envision the changes that are possible in the police department to dismantle systemic racism and make a difference in low-income and non-white communities.   After listening to this episode, you will be able to: · Understand the impact of systemic racism on law enforcement practices. · Discover the pivotal role of community-focused policing in building trust. · Learn the importance of empathy, de-escalation, and bias training in police work. · See the benefits of embracing diversity and inclusivity in police departments. · Explore how technology can advance transparency and work toward positive reform. • Gain new insights and envision how a police force can serve communities and dismantle systemic racism   The key moments in this episode are: 04:48 - The Police are Doing What  Some of the Public Wants Them to Do, While Other Members of the Public are Harassed and Mistreated, 08:19 - The Problem with Bias in Law Enforcement,  16:30 - Solutions to Address Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement,  19:30 - The Role of Psychological Safety,  43:00 - Showing Empathy and Lack of Empathy.  Lessons in Power, Police and Community 46:28 - Neighborhood Architecture and Systemic Racism,  48:05 - Building Relationships Between Law Enforcement and Community    Guests Bio Ed Cronin has worked in the law enforcement field for over 35 years. His career includes experience as a Police Chief in two cities in Massachusetts. He holds a graduate degree in Criminal Justice Management along with an advanced graduate degree in Organizational Development and Systems Thinking from Suffolk University. He is also a certified executive coach. (Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching)   Mike Alexander is a nationally recognized expert in training and leadership coaching, a specialty that began and flourished during his 38-year career in law enforcement and has defined the years following his retirement from service. Through the U.S. Department of Justice Community Policing Divisions, the thirty-six (36) Regional Community Policing Institute, the Multi-jurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training Center, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the Texas Municipal League, the International Law Enforcement Administration, and the Texas Police Chiefs Association, he has traveled the nation training officers and community members on ethics and integrity.    Host Bio Simma Lieberman, The Inclusionist helps leaders create inclusive cultures. She is a consultant, speaker and facilitator and the host of the podcast, “Everyday Conversations on Race for Everyday People.” Contact Simma@SimmaLieberman.com Go to www.simmalieberman.com and www.raceconvo.com for more information Simma is a member of and inspired by the global organization IAC (Inclusion Allies Coalition)   Previous Episodes Cops Against Systemic Racism: Ed Cronin & Mike Alexander's Journey [Part 1] Dr. Joel A Davis Brown: Challenging Norms & Exploring Queer Leadership in an Unpredictable World From Harlem to Harvard: How Dorien Nuñez Tackled the Racial Wealth Disparity

The jury in the case of the Proud Boys was told a conspiracy doesn't need to exist to be a conspiracy. Today, you will hear in the words and voice of a senior lawyer at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center how that direction to the jury directly violates what federal prosecutors are taught about conspiracy charges. More ominous, though, is the fact that the corrupt DOJ, having convicted people who had no plan and no agreed upon goals of a conspiracy has named the leader of this conspiracy that didn't exist: Donald J. Trump. Yes, they are going to indict him for leading this seditious conspiracy and you will hear the exact language that January 6th superstar reporter Julie Kelly says will be the central piece in the indictment of President Trump.v What does God's Word say? 100 Bible Verses about Justice And Equality Of All PeopleEpisode 813 LinksFour members of the Proud Boys, including their former leader Enrique Tarrio, were convicted on Thursday of seditious conspiracy for plotting to keep Donald Trump in power by leading a mob in attacking the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021Here is the Federal Government's definition of a conspiracy from none other than the Federal Law Enforcement Training CenterJulie Kelly: I want to walk through jury instructions on seditious conspiracy to demonstrate the vagueness of the charge and how easy it is to prove. Just look at (2)--this could apply to essentially any political protest on the federal level.Outcome of Proud Boys Trial Could Decide Trump's Fate; Guilty verdicts in the most consequential January 6 trial will be the green light the Justice Department has been waiting for to go after the former president.BREAKING Male ‘daughter' of Democrat House Minority Whip Katherine M. Clark gets no jail time for assaulting Boston cop during Antifa event, must write 'apology letter' ; Dowell has been ordered to write an apology letter to the officer and complete 30 hours of community service.Lawsuit Shows Government's Hands All Over The Election Integrity Partnership's Censorship CampaignWhy won't KJP answer a question about the connection between Jeffrey Epstein & Biden's CIA director?Alan's Soapshttps://alanssoaps.com/TODDUse coupon code ‘TODD' to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.BiOptimizershttps://magbreakthrough.com/toddUse promo code TODD for 10% off your order.Bonefroghttps://bonefrog.usEnter promo code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your subscription. Bulwark Capitalbulwarkcapitalmgmt.comAct now and get Bulwark Capital's “Common Cents Investing” guide FREE. My Pillowhttps://mypillow.comUse code TODD for Closeout pricing on all All Season Slippers.Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/hermanGet free activation today with offer code HERMAN. Visit or call 878-PATRIOT. GreenHaven Interactivehttps://greenhaveninteractive.comGet seen on Google more with your worldclass website! RuffGreenshttps://ruffgreens.com/toddGet your FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag of Ruff Greens, simply cover shipping. Visit or call 877-MYDOG-64. SOTA Weight Losshttps://sotaweightloss.comSOTA Weight Loss is, say it with me now, STATE OF THE ART!Texas SuperFoodhttps://texassuperfood.comTexas SuperFood is whole food nutrition

  You want to listen to this conversation on race with former police chiefs, Ed Cronin and Mike Alexander about the problem and of systemic racism in law enforcement and the solutions to end it. In this two part podcast episode, Ed Cronin and Mike Alexander, two police officers with vastly different backgrounds, strive to bridge the immense divide between the awareness of systemic racism in law enforcement, and the reality of it through honest conversations and courageous leadership. Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement and How to End It Mike Alexander shares his story of being a Black police officer and the struggles he faced with biases and prejudices from his White peers. Both guests agree about the presence of systemic racism within law enforcement, with Mike recognizing the operating system perpetuating this in the force. By carrying out open and honest conversations about race and racism, it's possible to find approaches that can contribute to a more just and understanding future. In the episode, Ed Cronin discusses his initial assumptions that police officers would be compassionate and empathetic, only to learn about the corruption present in the force. He believes that his own experiences of trauma and violence resonate with the Black community's experience. Across the world, systemic racism exists in law enforcement and impacts the fair application of law and order. It's essential to recognize and address this persistent problem to create an equitable environment for people of all races and backgrounds. Acknowledging and being aware of systemic racism helps individuals understand and empathize with the experiences of those disproportionately affected by this phenomenon.   After listening to this episode, you will be able to: · Understand the impact of systemic racism on law enforcement practices. · Discover the pivotal role of community-focused policing in building trust. · Learn the importance of empathy, de-escalation, and bias training in police work. · See the benefits of embracing diversity and inclusivity in police departments. · Explore how technology can advance transparency and work toward positive reform.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:31 - Mike Alexander's background and experience as a Black police officer and then a police-chief in Texas 00:08:01 - Ed Cronin's background and experience as a White police officer and police-chief in Massachusetts and how he developed an awareness of racism in the police-department 00:11:44 - Different Forms of Leadership 00:17:22 - Finding Empowerment and Overcoming Experiences 00:18:03 - Becoming a Police Officer 00:24:31 - Dealing with Racism as a Black Police Officer 00:27:57 - Addressing Micro Issues to Mitigate Macro Issues 00:30:41 - The Potential and Struggle of Law Enforcement 00:34:54 - Overcoming Addiction and Learning About the Problem 00:37:19 - Racism is Real and Needs to Be Addressed 00:40:16 - One Hand Tied Behind the Back When Addressing Injustice, Racism and Bias in the Police Department 00:43:31 - The System of  Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement     Guest Bio Ed Cronin has worked in the law enforcement field for over 35 years. His career includes experience as a Police Chief in two cities in Massachusetts. He holds a graduate degree in Criminal Justice Management along with an advanced graduate degree in Organizational Development and Systems Thinking from Suffolk University. He is also a certified executive coach. (Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching)   Mike Alexander is a nationally recognized expert in training and leadership coaching, a specialty that began and flourished during his 38-year career in law enforcement and has defined the years following his retirement from service. Through the U.S. Department of Justice Community Policing Divisions, the thirty-six (36) Regional Community Policing Institute, the Multi-jurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training Center, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the Texas Municipal League, the International Law Enforcement Administration, and the Texas Police Chiefs Association, he has traveled the nation training officers and community members on ethics and integrity.    Host Bio Simma Lieberman, The Inclusionist helps leaders create inclusive cultures. She is a consultant, speaker and facilitator and the host of the podcast, “Everyday Conversations on Race for Everyday People.” Contact Simma@SimmaLieberman.com Go to www.simmalieberman.com and www.raceconvo.com for more information Simma is a member of and inspired by the global organization IAC (Inclusion Allies Coalition)   Previous Episodes   Joel A Davis Brown: Challenging Norms & Exploring Queer Leadership in an Unpredictable World From Harlem to Harvard: How Dorien Nunez Tackled the Racial Wealth Disparity Unraveling Racial History: Benjamin Jealous's Quest for Freedom

Retired Special Agent Larry Fuentes joins the podcast to discuss his assignment as one of the first Marine Special Agents at NIS in 1976. Larry would go on to have a career with NCIS where he conducted investigations in practically every discipline at NCIS. Larry would also be instrumental in training agents for War time deployments at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center at Glynco, Ga. I hope you enjoy this months NCIS: Reports from the Field Podcast available wherever you download your favorite podcast. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Thanks Everyone! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lee-clements33/support

⚜️ In this episode we have Todd Fox of Close Protection Corps @tourtraining joining us to discuss the following:

Episode: 00116 Release Date: July 18, 2022 Description: Don't ask our next guest his favorite Excel formula (there's too many to choose); in this week's episode Leonard (Lenny) Leedy tells us all bout how Excel can make your analysis easier and how his skills made him an invaluable addition to any team he was on.  Lenny's badge stories include phone analysis for embezzlement cases and drug trafficking organizations as well as providing lead tasking assistance on the Boston Marathon Bombing investigation. Lenny has twenty-five years of varied Law Enforcement experience including Uniform, K-9, SWAT, Vice and Narcotics. Lenny has gone onto be an instructor and course developer for multiple groups (Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and Multijurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training, among others). In addition to being an instructor, Lenny is an authorized reseller for Law Enforcement Investigative software developed by ACISS Systems. We have a new segment called The Analysts of Tomorrow where we highlight up-and-coming analysts with exceptional potential in the field of law enforcement analysis. Got someone you'd like us to highlight? Let us know in the comments, or if you'd like to be featured in a future episode, please send us a recording (no more than 30 seconds) of who you think is an "Analyst of Tomorrow" and why to leapodcasts@gmail.com.  CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $20 gift card from us. Happy hunting! Name Drops: Chief Curt Zinger/Mickey Stepinoff (00:16:33), Steve Gottlieb (00:26:51), Cindy Leedy (01:17:55) Public Service Announcements: Small Steps with Seth Potts (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqQ0bCMYfEp5-ma42q5SQVlwcFOMD5byv Related Links: https://www.rff.com/sample_criminal_analysis.php ,www.rff.com , www.aciss.com, https://www.tampabay.com/news/religion/the-rev-henry-lyons-forced-out-as-pastor-of-tampa-church-amid-accusations/2327607/ , https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Marathon_bombing , https://www.fox13news.com/news/president-obama-commutes-sentence-of-st-petersburg-man , http://www.clarkprosecutor.org/html/death/US/chandler1275.ht Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA, National Fusion Center Association, LEIU Vendor(s) Mentioned: ACISS, RF Flow, I2 Contact: 727-397-6882 Desk, lwleedy@aciss.com Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xd3vkh/Lenny_Leedy_transcript.pdf  Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong Podcast Researcher:  Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.  Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com   Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com   Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/qTUxtafqI8s  00:00:17 – Introducing Lenny 00:06:36 – Bringing Computers to Investigations 00:08:25 – Discovering Pivot Tables 00:21:46 – Link Charting with RF Flow 00:23:46 – Analyzing with Excel 00:32:30 – Break:  Small Steps with Seth Potts 00:34:29 – Calculating Age in Excel 00:50:21 – Multi-Target Analysis:  Henry Lyons Case 00:55:22 – Using ACISS in Boston Marathon Bombing Case 01:06:35 – Studying a 1,000 calls a day:  Romeo Mathis Case 01:13:14 – Personal Interests:  Banjo & Wilderness Trainer 01:21:01 – Words to the World

Jason Johnson has a passion for Police K-9's and he has dedicated his life to working with them, as well as training and taking care of them. Jason believes that Police K-9's perform selflessly for the departments and agencies they work for, and in return, they are not offered that same respect, in their retirement years, by those they served. It is Jason's goal to ensure he educates the public on the costs and responsibilities of adopting a retired hero and that every Police K-9 in the United States has their medical, food and end of duty costs taken care of for them so they may live the healthy and happy retirement that they deserve. Jason served in the U.S. Federal Government in multiple positions worldwide as Subject-Matter Expert and Field Canine Coordinator for the National Explosives Detection Canine Team Program within the Department of Homeland Security/TSA, Lead K-9 Trainer and Course Developer at the ATF National Canine Training Center, Lead K-9 Instructor for the State Department's Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program, and as High Threat Protection K-9 Handler in Iraq and Afghanistan protecting the U.S. Ambassador and other dignitaries on mobile executive protection details. Prior to his government service, Jason was a civilian Police K-9 Trainer and Handler, an Adjunct Professor at Henley-Putnam University, and a Military Police Officer with the U.S. Army. He also holds a Master's Degree in Security Management and is an accredited K-9 Instructor through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Jason is the Founder of the Project K-9 Hero Foundation, a national nonprofit 501c3 organization, whose mission is to provide medical care, food, and death benefit assistance for our nation's retired Police K-9s and Military Working Dogs. Project K-9 Hero also helps K-9s who need a home after their service, through rehabilitation and adoption. Project K-9 Hero, is dedicated to “Protecting Those Who Protected Us,” by spreading awareness and educating the public. You may learn more about us on our website at: WWW.PROJECTK9HERO.ORG Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @ProjectK9Hero

Joe Gutheinz has been an attorney for the past 25 years, and is a partner in the Gutheinz Law Firm, LLP, where he works with 2 of his 6 sons. He was rated a Texas Super Lawyer in 2021 and 2022. He has served as a consultant on aviation and NASA-related cases and has been a Certified Fraud Examiner for 32 years. In 2017 he traveled to Sotheby's Auction House to watch Nancy Lee Carlson sell her Apollo 11 lunar bag (containing lunar dust) for 1.8 million dollars, following a contentious civil case against the government over the ownership of the bag.  Joe has numerous awards including the President's Council on Integrity and Efficiency Career Achievement Award; the NASA Exceptional Service Medal; the NASA Superior Accomplishment Award; a Special Commendation from the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas; a Distinguished Alumni Award from California State University, Sacramento; the Honor Graduate Pin (Top Graduate) from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Course, in Glynco Georgia and the United States Army's Meritorious Service Medal. He holds six college degrees, eight teaching credentials, and ten law licenses. He is the subject of an Emmy Award documentary and an upcoming movie regarding his successful pursuit and recoveries of missing and stolen Apollo moon rocks.  In this episode, we discuss: - The harsh truth of having a family as a young lawyer and learning through experiences. - Client reactions to having a family-oriented law firm. - Pushing money out of the equation and making the goal to do good for the client. - Not being afraid of mindset shifts and “getting out of your own way”. Please let me know your thoughts!  Connect with Joseph Gutheinz: Website: https://www.gutheinz.com/ Connect with Cindy Watson: Wesbite: https://watsonlabourlaw.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WomenOnPurpose1  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCHOGOsk0bkijtwq8aRrtdA?view_as=subscriber  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sp. Ep. #006 - Please welcome SA Paden Stanton to Standing Post! SA Stanton graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the Special Agent Training Course at the James J. Rowley Training Center more than 8 months ago. He provides his thoughts on post-training life, his new first assignment at the New York Field Office, and his thoughts on Pride Month. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and Produced by: Cody Starken This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Hi Gang: Last week I discussed my recent article, Title 42 and Chaos on the Border: Mayorkas is not America's guardian but its innkeeper. A federal judge blocked the Biden administration from going forward with its plan to terminate title 42 even though the COVID pandemic continues.  Indeed, you may be surprised to know that it has been reported, that:  FLETC shutdown, rising cases show pandemic isn't over.  (FLETC  is the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. But first we will consider the horrific mass murder of 19 children and two teachers at a public school in Uvalde, Texas by an 18 year old.  This incompehensibel attack has, not surpsingly, been seized by politicians to advance their agendss- let's consider what is not being didcussed and what ations should be taken to leanrs from ever so many similar incidents. It has never been more important that we truly learn how to speak with our fellow Americans in non-confrontational but in fact-based effective and persuasive ways.  Immigration is one issue that should unite all Americans- if all of the facts were made known. Please read my articles. If you like them, post the links on FaceBook along with a link to my radio show.  Be a part of my “Bucket Brigade of Truth” and tell your friends and neighbors about my program- and mywebsite, remember Democracy is not a “Spectator Sport!”

Overview: Our Guest is an Expert Investigator and Lecturer on the topic of Medical Serial Killers. Who they are, How they are identified and caught, and Why they murder their patients. Bruce Sackman served as the Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Office of Inspector General, Criminal Investigations Division, Northeast Field Office until May 2005 when he retired after 32 years' service. In this capacity, he was responsible for all major criminal investigations involving VA from West Virginia to Maine. During his tenure he was involved in hundreds of investigations involving allegations of fraud, corruption, false claims, thefts, patient assaults, pharmaceutical drug diversions and suspicious hospital deaths. He was also responsible for supervising the successful investigation of the nation's first homicide conviction in connection with pharmaceutical research. His cases involving medical professionals who have murdered their patients have been featured on the Discovery Health Channel, CNN, MSNBC, America's Most Wanted and on Home Box Office. He is the recipient of many awards for his investigations and for his efforts in encouraging the profession of forensic nursing. Mr. Sackman has lectured at several forensic related conferences, State police organizations, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, universities and medical related symposia. He is the co-author of the book “Behind the Murder Curtain, Special Agent Bruce Sackman Hunts Doctors and Nurses Who Kill Our Veterans and the article “When the ICU becomes a Crime Scene” for Critical Care Nursing Quarterly. He is also the co-editor of the newly released textbook the Art of Investigations. He was recently featured in an episode of the CNN/HLN special Dr. Death. Mr. Sackman is recently retired self-employed licensed private investigator in New York City specializing in healthcare related matters. Under contract he had directed major investigations for a large New York metropolitan regional healthcare system. He currently serves as the Assistant Inspect General of Nassau County Long Island New York. He served as the President of the Society of Professional Investigators in New York City from 2010 to 2019 and is a board member of the American Academy for Professional Law Enforcement. He is a frequent lecturer on the topic of medical serial killers having spoken through the United States, Great Britain, UAE, and Sweden.Guest Website: www.behindthemurdercurtain.comAvailable at Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, & Other book sellers

We talk about why some cops say they have seen death and destruction but they dont need any help like other cops. Are they really ok? Has their career had negative effects on their “operational readiness”. Are they unaware of their issues or denying them? Find out more on her upcoming episode with us.More About Lauren W. Rich LCSW Military and law enforcement professionals experience unthinkable atrocities on a daily basis. This repeated trauma has a compounding effect that often results in awful sleep patterns, injured relationships, faltering job performance, substance abuse, volatile anger, and suicide.If you're one of these everyday heroes who faces emotional barriers, Lauren Rich will equip you with the tools to take back control so that you can kick trauma's ass, find peace, and recapture the joy of living.As the spouse of a combat veteran, Lauren has experienced firsthand the challenges that are faced when a warrior returns home from a battlefield. For nearly 7 years at the Department of Veterans Affairs and 3 years in private practice, Lauren has been assisting military and law enforcement professionals as they work through their internal anguish. With her help, they develop a personal ops plan that puts them on a path to living in calmness and peace.A nationally recognized speaker and consultant, Lauren is proud to have collaborated with the U.S. Air Force, and the Department of the Army. In addition, she has worked closely with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and VALOR Recovery Program.Resources Lauren cited on this episode can be found here:https://helpforourheroes.com/the-impact-of-mental-illness-on-police-officers/ https://theconversation.com/one-in-five-police-officers-are-at-risk-of-ptsd-heres-how-we-need-to-respond-63272 As you know all too well, defense and security contractors struggle to retain high quality professionals due to the isolating and traumatic nature of their work. Unfortunately, it's causing a mass exodus to big tech and leaving the stability of your operations questionable. You heard on today's episode how Lauren can help you implement a tailored program which increases employee resilience and positively impacts your company's overall operational performance.Are you concerned that your employees may be a soft target? Download Lauren's free Red Team Assessment. This quick and simple checklist will give you a quick gauge on your company's current organizational health. Go right now to laurenrich.net/redteam and download the assessment.Where To Find More About HerHelping Veterans and LEO's #GetUnf*ckedMuskogee, OklahomaLinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-rich-lcsw-162ba2142/Website- https://www.laurenrich.net/(918) 912-2266 (Work)

Duke Speed is an accomplished leader with 40-plus years of experience making critical decisions in a variety of high-stress, globally sensitive positions and 20-year active duty veteran (retired) of the U.S. Marine Corps. He also has additional 10-plus years of federal service divided between the U.S. Federal Air Marshal Service, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and the Federal Aviation Administration. He has also been an Independent Contractor for the U.S. Department of State Worldwide Protective Services (WPS) program, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and U.S. Navy. Duke is a published author of the Advance Agent Planning Guide - The Executive Protection Agent's Guide for Planning Advance Operations. https://duke-speed-books.sellfy.store/ Duke Speed is a living legend. Everywhere I've gone and every time I've heard his name it's always been with respect and equity. This has always impressed me and so I was honored the first time I met him at my first Protector Symposium. He's had an amazing career and has succeeded in many different areas for extended periods of time. Men like him always fascinate me and so I love to study them to see what exactly makes them special and helps them succeed. What I continue to find is a simple set of values and fundamentals that anyone can implement but that place a demand on the individual the few people are usually willing to pay at first. Over his career, Duke Speed has been to many places but the executive protection industry is and has been very lucky to have him. His brand of leadership, work ethic, and humility is truly a formula for success that can make us all better in many areas of life. This interview will give you insight into what it truly takes to succeed long-term in the executive protection industry… ENJOY! To know more about Duke, visit https://www.aus.com/executive-protection-and-intelligence-services Protector by nature and by trade Byron Rodgers

Meg Nocero, Esq., is a former federal prosecutor, inspirational speaker, certified empowerment coach, and award-winning author of The Magical Guide to Bliss: Daily Keys to Unlock Your Dreams, Spirit, and Inner Bliss and a book of affirmations called Sparkle & Shine, 108 M.A.N.T.R.A.s to Brighten Your Day and Lighten Your Way. She holds a BA in Spanish with a concentration in Italian from Boston College, an MA in International Affairs from the University of Miami, and a JD from St. Thomas University School of Law. She is a member of the Florida Bar and serves on the Wellness Committee of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She holds certifications from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the DHS/ICE Mentoring Program, the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, the International Coaching Federation, The Happiness Studies Academy, Yale's The Science of Well-Being, David Allen's Getting Things Done—the Art of Stress-Free Productivity, and Stephen Covey's FOCUS: Your Highest Priorities on Time Management. After she was brought on stage in Miami with Oprah Winfrey in 2014, she was inspired to manifest the life of her dreams and founded Butterflies & Bliss LLC as well as S.H.I.N.E. Networking Inc. that provides educational scholarships to young innovative leaders and is a Love Button Global Movement Ambassador. She appeared on CNN Español with Ismael Cala and hosts a YouTube podcast called Manifesting with Meg: Conversations with Extraordinary People. She has delivered a TEDx talk on how to wake up to your dreams and has been interviewed for online media including MSNBC, CBS, the Boston Herald, and the Chicago Tribune. She also participated on the “Improve Your Mind, Body, Soul, and Even Your Wallet” panel at BookConline 2020. Meg is also a contributing author for Amy Butler's Blossom: Create Love—Express Beauty—Be Kind, for Thrive Girl Thrive, A Woman's Guide for Abundant Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellbeing, and The Price of Greatness: Powerful Stories of Overcoming Tests, Trials & Adversity in the Pursuit of a Dream. She was named a finalist in the Inspirational Nonfiction Category for both the 2017 Next Generation Indie Book Awards and the eleventh Annual National Indie Excellence Awards; she won the 2019 Independent Press Award for Motivational Books; and she was named a Notable Top 100 Indie Authors in the Shelf Unbound Best Indie Books, a Gold Level-One Recipient for the Mom's Choice Award in 2020, a 2021 finalist in the Book Excellence Awards and a Quarterfinalist in the 2021 Book Life Prize Nonfiction Contest.   Follow Meg: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-nocero-esq-686b8715/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megnocero/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/megnocero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCati3jiHnBi5ym6z8Pcu5iQ Websites: https://megnocero.com/   Follow Carl: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlbuccellatoofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlBuccellatoAuthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-buccellato-60234139 Website: https://toeverypageaturning.com   Produced by Social Chameleon: https://socialchameleon.us/

Rod Sanchez, a Retired Active Duty Army First Sergeant joins me on this episode. He served during Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom II, Operation Enduring Freedom ) and has been an instructor at Federal Law Enforcement Training Center for the past 9 years. He talks about his great military career where he is the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He further speaks about the importance of training and how that training saved him and his team on the day he was ambushed. Sanchez presently trains/instructs younger federal officers at The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center , “The Center of Excellence “. I had the honor of being instructed by Rod Sanchez in his control tactics course. I'm honored for his willingness to be interviewed for this podcast. A wealth of knowledge and history, along with being a humble warrior. Take a listen and enjoy ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brownieinblue/support

Bruce Sackman served as the Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Office of Inspector General, Criminal Investigations Division, Northeast Field Office until May 2005 when he retired after 32 years' service. In this capacity, he was responsible for all major criminal investigations involving VA from West Virginia to Maine. During his tenure he was involved in hundreds of investigations involving allegations of fraud, corruption, false claims, thefts, patient assaults, pharmaceutical drug diversions, and suspicious hospital deaths. He was also responsible for supervising the successful investigation of the nation's first homicide conviction in connection with pharmaceutical research. His cases involving medical professionals who have murdered their patients have been featured on the Discovery Health Channel, CNN, MSNBC, America's Most Wanted, and on Home Box Office. He is the recipient of many awards for his investigations and for his efforts in encouraging the profession of forensic nursing. Mr. Sackman has lectured at several forensic-related conferences, State police organizations, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, universities, and medical-related symposia. He is the co-author of the book “Behind the Murder Curtain, Special Agent Bruce Sackman Hunts Doctors and Nurses Who Kill Our Veterans and the article “When the ICU becomes a Crime Scene” for Critical Care Nursing Quarterly. He is also the co-editor of the newly released textbook the Art of Investigations. He was recently featured in an episode of the CNN/HLN special Dr. Death. Mr. Sackman is a recently retired self-employed licensed private investigator in New York City specializing in healthcare-related matters. Under contract, he had directed major investigations for a large New York metropolitan regional healthcare system. He served as the President of the Society of Professional Investigators in New York City from 2010 to 2019 and is a board member of the American Academy for Professional Law Enforcement. He is a frequent lecturer on the topic of medical serial killers having spoken through the United States, Great Britain, UAE, and Sweden. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/richard-lamonica/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-lamonica/support

Sometimes, difficulties and loss can reshape who we are and nudge us into growing. Just like a caterpillar sheds its skin and spins itself a silky chrysalis, what results is a breathtakingly beautiful creature we could never imagine, the butterfly. Meg Nocero's story is not so different as she depicts her extraordinary transformation in Butterfly Awakens. As a forty-something Italian-American immigration attorney, Meg moves through unimaginable grief and sadness watching her beloved mother lost her battle to breast cancer. Questioning her life choices and opening herself up to her soul's calling, Nocero brings readers along on her journey through a dark night of the soul. We experience with her the grieving process, a toxic work environment, and intense stress that results in depression and anxiety, along with a somatic nervous disorder called tinnitus. Meg never gives up and– instead– looks for the help she needs to start to heal and find her light. In the end, like the metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly, her story is a beautiful love letter honoring her mother's legacy while detailing the awakening of her own. Among the many stories about breast cancer and grief, none are quite like this one. After resigning from her career as a federal prosecutor due to a toxic administration, she searches for the lighthouse she saw in a vision when her mother died. Embarking on an inspiring spiritual pilgrimage on El Camino de Santiago in Northern Spain to get to the lighthouse at Cap Finisterre, she sets out to wake up and live again. The butterfly connection and stark honesty of her writing offer readers important lessons learned from moving through grief so that each person can shine their light again. Meg Nocero is a former Department of Homeland Security attorney. After 19 years of federal government service, she resigned to pursue her dream as a writer, inspirational speaker, success coach, and attorney for justice. Nocero is an avid learner who holds a BA in Spanish, with a concentration in Italian from Boston College; an MA in international affairs from the University of Miami; and a JD from St. Thomas University School of Law. She is a member of the Florida Bar, serves on the Wellness Committee of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and holds certifications as a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center instructor, as a Professional Coach from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, and as an Associate Certified Coach from the International Coaching Federation. She has a Certificate in Happiness Studies through Harvard Professor Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar's Happiness Studies Academy and a Certificate for the Science of Well-Being from Yale University. Helpful Links Grab Butterfly Awakens: A Memoir of Transformation Through Grief https://amzn.to/3n46M9X {affiliate link} Manifesting with Meg: Conversations with Extraordinary People. YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCati3jiHnBi5ym6z8Pcu5i Anchor Podcast: https://anchor.fm/meg-nocero Facebook: www.facebook.com/meggiebliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/megnocero @megnocero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megnocero/ @megnocero Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/meg-nocero-esq-686b8715 Website: www.megnocero.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chatsfromtheblogcabin/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chatsfromtheblogcabin/support

In this episode of “Intuitively Rich”, Ani talked to Bruce about Medical Serial killers, how to identify one, how to prevent it from happening to the people we know, the common characteristics or killers, real-life examples from Bruce's life, and more. Bruce Sackman served as the Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Office of Inspector General, Criminal Investigations Division, Northeast Field Office until May 2005 when he retired after 32 years' service. In this capacity, he was responsible for all major criminal investigations involving VA from West Virginia to Maine. During his tenure, he was involved in hundreds of investigations involving allegations of fraud, corruption, false claims, thefts, patient assaults, pharmaceutical drug diversions, and suspicious hospital deaths. He was also responsible for supervising the successful investigation of the nation's first homicide conviction in connection with pharmaceutical research. His cases involving medical professionals who have murdered their patients have been featured on the Discovery Health Channel, CNN, MSNBC, America's Most Wanted, and on Home Box Office. He is the recipient of many awards for his investigations and for his efforts in encouraging the profession of forensic nursing. Mr. Sackman has lectured at several forensic-related conferences, State police organizations, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, universities, and medical-related symposia. FOLLOW Bruce: Website: https://behindthemurdercurtain.com/ Ani Rich is a Childhood Trauma Releasing Coach, Embodiment Yoga Teacher, Mother, a Podcast Host, and a Life Coach. FOLLOW Ani: Hear Ani's Story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yWsX... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ (personal) https://www.instagram.com/ani_rich_co... Website: https://anirich.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ani-rich-... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXAi... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anirichcoaching Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VS7DG76 Much love Ani Rich --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ani-rich/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ani-rich/support

Lisa Marie Platske is the President and CEO of Upside Thinking, a leadership coach and speaker, she's also an international best-selling author, In this intimate show we explore some amazing leadership lessons including:  How being in New York at 9/11 in law enforcement became a turning point in her career How self-examination can help with forgiveness The 3 steps and 7 pillars to unlock courageous leadership How can we remain relevant as leaders in such a dynamic and changing world? Join our Tribe at https://leadership-hacker.com Music: " Upbeat Party " by Scott Holmes courtesy of the Free Music Archive FMA Transcript: Thanks to Jermaine Pinto at JRP Transcribing for being our Partner. Contact Jermaine via LinkedIn or via his site JRP Transcribing Services Find out more about Lisa below: Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamarieplatske/ Upside Thinking Website: https://upsidethinking.com Lisa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UpsideThinking Lisa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UpsideThinking   Full Transcript Below ----more---- Steve Rush: Some call me Steve, dad, husband or friend. Others might call me boss, coach or mentor. Today you can call me The Leadership Hacker. Thanks for listening in. I really appreciate it. My job as the leadership hacker is to hack into the minds, experiences, habits and learning of great leaders, C-Suite executives, authors and development experts so that I can assist you developing your understanding and awareness of leadership. I am Steve Rush and I am your host today. I am the author of Leadership Cake. I am a transformation consultant and leadership coach. I cannot wait to start sharing all things leadership with you Lisa Marie Platske is our special guest on today's show. She's an award-winning leadership expert and number one, international bestselling author of Designing Your Destiny.   The Leadership Hacker News Steve Rush: In the news today, we explore the notion of the law of attraction or LOA, as it's often known. Simply put, the law of attraction is the ability to attract into our lives, whatever we're focusing on. And it's believed regardless of age, nationality, religious belief, we all susceptible to the laws which govern the universe, including the law of attraction. And it's a law of attraction that uses the power of the mind to translate what is ever in our thoughts and to materialize them into reality. And here's the thing, in basic terms, all thoughts turn into things Eventually. If you focus on negative doom and gloom, you remain and direct cloud and be pretty grumpy and miserable. If you focus on positive thoughts and have goals and ambitions and aim to achieve them, you'll find ways to do so. The law of attraction is one of life's biggest mysteries. Very few people are fully aware of how much the impact of law of attraction has on their day-to-day life. Whether we're doing it knowingly or unknowingly. Every second of our existence, we are acting as a human magnet, sending out our thoughts and emotions and attracting back more of what we put out. Unfortunately, so many of us are still blind to the potential that is locked deep within us. Consequently, it's all way too easy to leave your thoughts and emotions unchecked. And this sends out the wrong thoughts and attracts more of an unwanted emotion and event into your life. And unfortunately, because it comes with a bit of a stigma because people have this perception that it is pink and fluffy, and it's not particularly real, people often don't pay attention and don't focus on it enough. The law of attraction stems back to mystical and historical claims haven't been first thought of by the immortal Buddha. It's believed he wanted to be known that what you have become is what you have thought. And this is the belief that's intrinsically deep within the law of attraction. So is the law of attraction pink and fluffy, or is there science behind it? Well, the work of quantum physics during recent years has helped really shine, greater light on the incredible impact and the power of the mind has on our lives and the universe in general, some would argue it's actually just a mindset. As physicists and neuroscientists come to supply us with more and more information regarding our brains. The law of attraction simply becomes more logical and the more we can rejoice in truly liberating impairing the realization that we are, the creators and the controllers of our life and the energy that we give out and attract the more successful we become. The best description I've heard or seen about the law of attraction is thinking of ourselves as we were artists with a blank canvas, creating pictures of our intended life and making the choices and actions to make that happen. So, what if you don't like the picture? Well, you can change it because life is a blank canvas of possibility. We're in control of what that finished picture could look like. And the law of attraction is just that. And it's just that simple. There's no catches. The laws of nature are completely imperfect and the law of attraction is no different, no matter what you're looking for, what you want to achieve in your life. If you can hold on to an idea and see it for yourself in your mind's eye, then you can make it yours because you'll start to find and look and notice for the opportunity, the natural caring coincidences that help you fulfill that picture in your mind. So, the leadership lesson is here. How much of our work as leaders is about helping people realize that mind's eye view, helping them articulate, helping them paint that picture and helping them on the journey to attracting the right energy, the right behaviors and people around them to be successful. That's been The Leadership Hacker News. As always, we're delighted when you nudge us comment and share our stories. So please get in touch if there's anything specific you want us to feature on the show. Start of Podcast Steve Rush: Our special guest on today's show is Lisa Marie Platske. She is the President and CEO of Upside Thinking. She's a leadership coach and a speaker. She's also the international best-selling author of a number of books. You want to hang on to the end of the show today because there's a special gift that you can get hold of later on, and it is the “Influential Leadership Blueprint” from Lisa. Lisa welcome to The Leadership Hacker Podcast. Lisa Marie Platske: Thanks Steve. So excited to be here. Steve Rush: Me too. Lisa Marie Platske: Thanks for having me. Steve Rush: So, you had a really fascinating meander to get to where you get to. Started out, your early career in law enforcement, and now leading Upside Thinking, tell us a little bit about how your journey evolved? Lisa Marie Platske: Well, I can honestly share that I was never looking to be an entrepreneur or run a leadership development organization. I started off in law enforcement because I just loved the work. And back then, when I was looking for career paths after college, there was no internet to go researching. There was a library and lots of little books and file folders, and it sounded really exciting to be working in international trade and travel. And so, I took my criminal justice degree and went into law enforcement. And on that journey, loved leadership, was passionate about leadership and was fortunate to have the opportunity to develop leadership curriculum, both at The Leadership Development Center in Dallas, Texas after 9/11, and also to teach at The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in the United States. So, for me, this was something that I just was loved and I was getting to utilize the leadership pieces. However, I was faced with an opportunity and that opportunity was marriage Steve. So, I couldn't figure out how I could both be good at a 24/7 career and have a husband who also was going to have a 24/7 career in law enforcement and how we could both do this. And so, I just figured I keep doing it and live in a different state and just continue moving forward. And it actually was a friend who said, you know, people who get married, usually live in the same household. Steve Rush: That's right, yeah. Lisa Marie Platske: And I said, all right, so then what will I do? And the love of leadership is one of the reasons why I opened up side thinking was I believe that leadership affects every single decision and every facet of our life. And so, to be able to do this and take what I learned in law enforcement and look at what the world's best leaders do differently has been just such an incredible journey. Although, you know, if you also understand owning a business has its unique pieces to it, for me, has been the greatest personal development journey of a lifetime. Steve Rush: And I bet it hasn't stopped either? Lisa Marie Platske:  No, No. Steve Rush: Exactly, and that's the gift that we have, I think in doing the work that we do in terms of coaching and helping leaders on their journey is that every single time I have a conversation with a podcast guest or I learned some new content, I'm just constantly learning. Lisa Marie Platske: Yes. Yes. And there are more opportunities to be filled up if you're open, I believe on this journey than I could have imagined. And I thought that every day was a new day when I was in law enforcement and truly the entrepreneurial journey is a very unique animal. Steve Rush: So, an interesting notion I wanted to share with you, and that's while hearing you talk about your career in law enforcement and then leadership in law enforcement. Often people have this perception of those who work in public office or in the military or law enforcement that they can see visibly people's leadership progressions because of the stripes on their shirts or the pips on their shoulders, and they often don't recognize that does come with a completely different set of skills. That is that leadership responsibility. How do you notice the difference between what you learned in law enforcement and what you see externally now? Lisa Marie Platske: You just said something that I believe is so brilliant. So, I really want to reflect and say, thank you! Is that what I walked away with in law enforcement was understanding human behavior. And when you put on a uniform, there's the expectation that you have certain qualities or characteristics, integrity, is one of them. I remember getting my credentials that said, you know, this officer possesses integrity. And I thought, wow, this is like almost like a seal of approval or a stamp. And it was so interesting, you know, to think about that in terms of how we look at leadership. And if we could only walk into an organization and see somebody's credentials to have that stamp, where were all of their qualities and characteristics were listed. And you know, when I look at human behavior and the little nuances of what I learned then even from micro-expressions or how people show us who they are just by little movements. In business, it's been just critical to take those skills. There's something I'll do at my annual conference. And it's in reflecting back to the use of force continuum and how the use of force continuum started with officer presence and then went to verbal commands, soft techniques, hard techniques, and deadly force. And it's something that no officer ever wishes they're going to ever get to deadly force. And yet in business, it's interesting because those same use of force continuum. And I see forces as really more of a power move. Steve Rush: Right. Lisa Marie Platske: And that is how you show up, the words that you speak, the techniques that you use and how you knock somebody out with your presence, your executive presence. It actually translates really quite beautifully. Steve Rush: There is a lot of parallels, isn't there? Lisa Marie Platske: Yes. Steve Rush: So, remember when we met first, you talked about this kind of quite pivotal moment in your career when you were in law enforcement and 9/11 happened. And not only did it change law enforcement and probably the careers for all of us actually in hindsight, but there was a real kind of big turning point for you at that time. Tell us a little bit about that moment? Lisa Marie Platske: Well, with law enforcement, I was stationed in New York and over 9/11. And so, I was in the height of, in the midst of everything and working sixteen-hour days, twenty-one days, straight, very little sleep, and just the entire country was on high alert. So, a lot of angst, just the feeling when you walked out of your house, you could feel the heaviness and the stress. And what I realized after sending employees to funeral after funeral, after funeral for honor guard, losing my mentor and sending employees to look for what would be remains at the site. I recognize that there was this level of anger that was growing inside me, and it wasn't good, Steve, like it was not, it was a mixture of tiredness and sadness and grief and frustration and helplessness, just all rolled into one where, you know, the human body, it's made to rest. It needs a certain amount of rest. Steve Rush: Right. Lisa Marie Platske: And so, I got to a piece when I recognize what was going to be, what would open that and change that and shift that and keep me from being a really angry person was forgiveness. And so, I went down a journey of learning about forgiveness, what it is, and really being willing to forgive self, forgive others so that I could lead unencumbered without any judgment, without any negativity. And it has been one of the best decisions. And it's been something that in bringing it into organizations in business, recognizing that sometimes there are actions that are holding organizations back in their leaders for years, for decades, because of a lack of forgiveness. Steve Rush: Definitely, so. And as you speak, you can hear in your voice, by the way that kind of, the resonance that comes with that. So, as you're recalling that moment, I can sense in your tone that it's still real for you. How did you use that as a positive and how did you flip from anger to forgiveness? What was kind of the trigger moment? Lisa Marie Platske: It's interesting that you can hear it because it's one where I can feel my body be moved to tears, and yet it's been, you know, many decades and yet that lives within you, that moment, that experience still lives inside me. And so, I just really appreciate your acknowledgement of it because it was such a painful time. And, and that, I don't know that going back to that moment, that doesn't go away. The moment that, you know, if I could sum it up in one moment, it was a situation where and perhaps you've experienced this or maybe not. It was a situation where I was going to be spending time with somebody that I actually really liked, okay. It was a friend that I enjoyed spending time with and I was out, you know, its good time. I'm outside having something to eat. And there was just a small little something that should have been a small upset that I recognized an incredibly irrational reaction of mine. And so, I understood at that moment that I wasn't angry at what was going on. I was just simply angry and that anger was not directed at a person or a place or, you know, not getting my food. That anger was just an internal rage over the injustices that I saw were going on at families, losing loved ones for no reason. The sense of stress that my colleagues were experiencing, just many things, that for me, I no longer had joy being around people that I loved. I no longer had a, you know, a sense of, you know, life is good and the world is a safe place. And recognizing that in that moment, that if I did not do something, that the people that I was with, the people that I was leading at work, you know, that would carry through in every interaction and just simply would poison. The organization would poison the team, would poison my family relationships. So, it wasn't like it was this big aha moment that came down from the sky. It was a simple outing that with an irrational response that had me look at who I was becoming Steve Rush: Really profound, and what you described is academically dead simple. I just forgive everybody and cleanse myself and it'll be fine. Academically sounds simple, behaviorally though, that comes with a whole set of processes and systems that need learning. So how did you go about that? Lisa Marie Platske: You're you are so right. Like it's not just well, we had the awareness and then the next day everything was wonderful. One of the pieces on the journey was extending grace. And so, I say that the forgiveness had to start with myself because oftentimes when leaders will see themselves or see a response, they will, you know, be angry. Like why did I respond that way? And that doesn't help the situation. So there had to be self-forgiveness. And so, I began identifying not just in this situation, but what were the times when my responses were not ideal and began doing a journey of self-examination. And so, to dive into various principles, I went into the process in emotional intelligence and the research that was there around, you know, self-examination. And I took myself on retreat. I went and was quiet and reflective. I began researching instead of reading books that were on law enforcement or on criminal behavior. I began reading books that were more about the mind and human behavior in the sense of empathy and compassionate leadership and changed what it is that I was putting into my mind, into my body. And I also focused on my health. And one of the things that I recognized is that when you're angry and then when you're stressed and even if you want to be in forgiveness, it's really hard to do so. So, taking better care of me, allowed me to then better care for others around me, whether that was the guys that I worked with, or whether it was family members that I went to visit. And it was a journey, it was a journey of forgiveness. Forgiving me first, and then forgiving others for perhaps their own limited views or their own paradigms in the world versus being angry. Steve Rush: I love the way you considered the whole approach by the way, because it does start with self-assessment. It starts with the self-actualization; and again, it's one of those things it's dead easy to say, but putting yourself first can often be seen as quite selfish or self-centered, but in my experience, if you don't do that, then everybody else suffers, right? Lisa Marie Platske: Yes. Yes. It's interesting. When I opened my business sixteen years ago, that was one of my, you know, core pieces that I would teach is, self-first, family second and work third. And when I would go into organizations, they would say, you can't teach that. And I said, if you really want employees that are going to perform and research shows that you don't get the best out of your employees, the best you get is 80%. And if you, and that's like the best of the best. So, on average, you're getting between 40 to 60% output on an employee. And if you really want that to increase so that your bottom line increases and your operational effectiveness increases, then you will invest in your employees the way that you invest in your innovation and new ideas, because they are the ones that are going to implement. That doesn't mean that you're not looking at. It's not important to just give people whatever they want. That's not what it's about. It's about understanding that we're humans in this experience, in this leadership experience, and as human beings, we require different things in order to have optimal results to produce, to thrive. And so, you know, I had focused so much in the past on the human doing this, that I forgot the human beingness part and getting back to the being it's really difficult when you're in the doing, and that's your sole focus to enter into the forgiveness journey, but the health part and sort of the putting self-first piece and all of the people who said that was, you know, crazy or frivolous or selfish, you know, it's what led me. You know, now I have seven pillars of leadership that I've researched over the years. And in pillar, number four, there are seven areas of wellbeing and wellbeing is simply a word for wealth. And what I found in those seven areas of wellbeing is that too often individual leaders and top contributors would tell themselves that once I do well at work, then I'll be able to take care of my physical health or that's when I'll be able to take care of my financial health. That's when things will fall into place. And I found that that's not true, that you've got to start with the physical, you've got to start with you in that area and your emotional wellbeing and your intellectual wellbeing and your spiritual wellbeing and your relational wellbeing before you can truly thrive and be wealthy at work. Steve Rush: A hundred percent agree with that, a hundred percent. You've taken to writing, you've written three books. Connection, Design Your Destiny, Turn Possibilities into Realities. What was it that drove you to put pen to paper and share some of your stories and learnings? Lisa Marie Platske: Like I said, with the entrepreneurial journey, so much of it has been this, you know, well, what's put in front of me and that's why I say it's somewhat accidental. There's intention in it, and there's also sort of surprise. And so, my first book in 2007, the reason why I wrote it was not because I had this idea that it was going to be great to write a book. It was because I was going into organizations and Steve, I would ask three questions. Who are you? What do you want? And why does it matter? So, I would be in these coaching sessions and these trainings and ask those questions and get this blank stare. And I found it fascinating because the answer of who I am was generally titles. And what do I want was generally, well, I'm supposed to want the next promotion or the next opportunity. And when I would really dive in and say, why does that matter? And like, what do you really want? What I found was that the overwhelming majority. Over the 80th percentile truly didn't want what the next opportunity was that was in front of them. And if they could have had it all their way, they would have been doing something different. And that for me was just so mind-boggling. Steve Rush: Yeah, right. Lisa Marie Platske: How could this be? Steve Rush: And what did you find the answers were? Lisa Marie Platske: Well, it was more giving people permission, permission to be in that conversation. I remember a woman who was chief counsel in an organization and her saying to me, and I believe at the time she was forty-two years old and she said, no one has ever asked me that question. What do I want? I was sad. I was sad. I thought, how could this be? And so, here's someone who has a family and children and people that are watching you and role model, and you've got a position and the position is something that's well-respected and you had to go to school and operate in choice, and you're ending up here. And now we're having this conversation. And you tell me that no one has ever asked you that in four plus decades of your life, like, it was just heartbreaking. Steve Rush: I bet, yeah. Lisa Marie Platske: I thought, so if I could write a book that would give people permission to ask that question and to sit down and have some thought and intention around what that would be, wouldn't that make the world a little bit better? Steve Rush: Yeah, it sure would. Lisa Marie Platske: And so that was the impetus, you know, for that, and for the last fourteen years, I've done an annual three-day conference called, the same name as the book, Design Your Destiny Live, or similar name, we go through my seven pillars of leadership. And in the end, it's about, like who are you? What do you want? And why does it matter? Because I believe everyone's got something. I mean, that's one of the things I loved about your story, Steve, you know, you're someone who went, well, like, who am I? And like, what am I doing here? Like this isn't what I'm called to do. This is not what I'm hardwired for. Like, I could stay here and, you know, I'm probably being paid pretty well. However, I making a contribution? Am I a force for good on the planet? And you know, from our conversation, it was, you know, it's what really inspired me to want to be in deeper conversation with you. Steve Rush: Sure, I appreciate That. Thank you. So, of your three books, do you have a favorite child? Lisa Marie Platske: Do I have a favorite? I actually can say that every book, every article, everything that I've ever written, there's no favorite. They're just a series of lessons learned that allow me to relive them. Steve Rush: Said like a true parent and any custodian of work! Lisa Marie Platske: Yes, yes. Steve Rush: Brilliant. Lisa Marie Platske: Like, oh yeah. I remember that. Steve Rush: So, your seven pillars then. You have three steps and seven pillars, and I wondered if it would be worthwhile, if we could just spin through them? Lisa Marie Platske: Sure, sure. So, the seven pillars came from research. So, I wanted a shortcut, you know, here I am, I'm a criminal justice major. I had my career in law enforcement. I loved it. And now I'm opening up a leadership development company. And so, it's like, well, what do leaders do? The best ones? What do they do differently? So, I just began interviewing people and I got seven themes and the seven themes are. I had them all magically start with a P isn't that great? Steve Rush: That's very innovative! Lisa Marie Platske: So, and then they have phrases. So, the number one is plan. And it's start with a written plan. Begin with the end in mind. I found that all the leaders I researched did that. Number two was understand your personality, be clear who you're not and who you are. And I found the best leaders really understood their strengths and delegated the rest. Number three is partnerships, create partnerships, create powerful partnerships. And this was all around the essence of connection. They had networks and really understood that you could make life easier by being deeply connected to others. And they weren't formal partnerships. And then number four is priority, not priorities. And it was understanding what matters most. So, live your priority. And regardless of whether or not other people look at it, and it makes sense to them. That's where those seven areas of wellbeing live. And it's where that idea of putting yourself first lives too. And then number five is all about presence, creating a meaningful and memorable presence in three areas. By what people see, by what you say, and by being in the moment. And so, there's gratitude. There's positioning that is all in this element. It's a very, very robust pillar. And then number six is progress, and this is evaluate your progress. It's also the pillar of profit. With this pillar I find that in organizations, sometimes people will talk about the annual performance review and performance is something to be evaluated daily. It's to be evaluated moment by moment. What do you want? You're either moving further away or closer to it by every action and every word that you speak. So, I'm in self-examination and reflection daily and evaluating my progress, whether I'm on track. That was a hard one for me, Steve, because I was really hard for me to get rid of ideas that I created. Steve Rush: It's unlearning some of the stuff that you'd learned, right? Lisa Marie Platske: Right, yeah. Exactly, exactly. So, that's just so true. And then number, number seven is professional development and personal development. And that's investing in personal and professional development. And I found that the leaders I spoke to who really were just so far ahead and the best of the best, they took time off. They had these circles, mastermind circles and peer connections and coaches and people they learned from. And so, it was amazing how intentional there were about where they went and how they were some were industry specific and some were that had nothing to do with their industry. And just who was the next person for me to learn from. Steve Rush: I love those, they're really succinct. And if people are listening to this for the first time, just having those seven pillars to go through is a great blueprint to kind of set you up for success. So, thank you for sharing them. Lisa Marie Platske: You're welcome. You're welcome. I want everybody to dive in and I share that, you know, sometimes it's just a small tweak. You might do really well in five of them or six of them. And there might be a small tweak that can just make a huge, huge difference. So, they're important. And those three elements came from, well, what are the seven pillars rest on? Like, what's the foundation for them? And the three elements are really all about courageous leadership. And those three elements are vision, vulnerability and voice. And vision is having that clear vision, the key or the hidden key that unlocks it is clarity. Vulnerability is not a marketing tactic. It's a way of being, and it's how you live out your vision and the hidden key to unlock that is forgiveness. You can't be vulnerable and have it really be authentic and transparent unless you've done your own forgiveness work Steve Rush: Wow that's really quite powerful. Yet, I've not actually thought of it in that way, but your so, so accurate in the that you reflect that because vulnerability means that he can't be carrying any baggage, can you? Lisa Marie Platske: Exactly. Steve Rush: In order to be vulnerable, you have to get rid of that. Lisa Marie Platske: Otherwise, it comes out really weird and that's when it sounds judgmental. Steve Rush: Yeah. Lisa Marie Platske: And you go, huh? I can't figure that out. Like, what is it? It seems like they're being vulnerable, but something not right there. Steve Rush: And we're built intuitively, and you would have been taught this in your law enforcement days, to spot that disingenuous behavior. We're trained unconsciously to notice when it doesn't feel and look right. Lisa Marie Platske: Exactly, that's is so true, which is the reason why you and I can be an ocean away and still, you can feel what I felt when we were talking about 9/11. Like as if you were looking at me as if you were, absolutely. Steve Rush: Yeah. So we've been in a bit of a crazy world in the last couple of years, and you know, as every decade goes on, there are events that come and shape the way that we work and the way that we live. And certainly, the pandemic is one of those. How do we as leaders keep and remain relevant when the world is changing such a lot? Lisa Marie Platske: You know, when I look at how the world has changed, there for me is, I go back to a story and an experience that I had, and that is a business coach who said to me several years ago, Lisa you're one disaster from going out of business. And I said, how could this be? Like, I have, you know, all of these clients and all of this. And he said, yes. And he laid out, you know, the vulnerabilities in my business. And so, I went on this journey to, I didn't know at the time, but to pandemic proof my business in the sense of who, is it that has all of the information in the organization, what are the activities that I'm doing? Who is it that I'm investing my time with? What's my most precious commodity? And, you know, when you speak about how the world has changed and how do you remain relevant? As humans, we're often creatures of habit and being comfortable for many people is a high value and comfort doesn't change the world, vulnerability really opens doors. And so, it goes back to what you and I have had many conversations, have brought up in conversation many times is the idea of the self-reflection. Remaining relevant means looking in the mirror and asking the question over and over again about where have I gotten comfortable? Where have I gotten stagnant? Where have I gotten, dare I say lazy? And where have I gotten entitled? And when I looked at my business several years ago and was really honest with myself, I had a mentor at the time that I had a conversation with. And he said to me, you know, Lisa, here's what happens when there's too much sizzle and not enough stake. And I understood what he meant, right? And so sometimes when things are looking good or things are running smoothly, even if someone has fared really well like myself through the pandemic, there's still the need for examination, examination, examination in order to remain relevant. And when you're busy or there's additional work that's coming in, I find that organizations and leaders often put that on the back burner. They take care of what's urgent and self-examination and organizational analysis and assessment falls under that important category and important in the long run is always more valuable than urgent. Steve Rush: Yeah, definitely. Love that, thank you. So, this part of the show is where we're going to turn the lens and we're going to focus on your leadership career and over all of the experiences I'm going to ask you to try and distill them into your top three leadership hacks or tools or tips that you would like to share. What would be your top three? Lisa Marie Platske: Top three hacks to share. One schedule, schedule, schedule yourself in your calendar, put yourself in there as the most important meeting of the week and just get quiet. That's so important because there will always be people and situations pulling at you. And if you don't do that, it's not possible for you to truly be in the vision, vulnerability and voice courageous leadership conversation. Number two hack would be invest in what you do best and network the rest. Steve Rush: Nice. Lisa Marie Platske: Spend time using your gifts and do not, do not invest time in learning something that's just not yours to learn. Time is your most precious commodity. And number three, the third leadership Hack. Steve, I can't say enough about the who versus the how. Focus on the who on your journey, not the how. There have been so many things that have happened that I have no idea how they've happened. How many doors in organizations? I have no idea how they open. And it always came from who was in my circle and who I invested time with and the who always matters more than the how. Steve Rush: Yeah, very powerful. Like it a lot, thank you. So, the next part of the show, we call it Hack to Attack. So, this is typically where something in your life and work hasn't particularly worked out as you'd planned, but as a result of that experience, you now use it as a positive in your life. So, what would be your Hack to Attack Lisa? Lisa Marie Platske: When you talk about things that didn't work out, it's like that is, I have learned to become friends with failure. Like that's truly like a superpower. Steve Rush: In fact, I've become so friendly with failure. I actually just now call them learning. Lisa Marie Platske: Oh, there you go. There you go. Yes, it's just one where I go, you know, I didn't see that. And so, one of the pieces to share with this is I trusted somebody. It's a good example. I just trusted somebody, ended up hiring, actually it was more of an investment. An opportunity that someone was having an event. And the person took my money and it was ten thousand dollars, and they said, sorry, I'm not giving it back. And I'm not honoring the commitment either and your choices to come after me or, you know, or not, but I'm not honoring the commitment. I'm not honoring the contract and I'm not giving you your money. Steve Rush: Wow. Lisa Marie Platske: So, it was one of those pieces where at first, I was really embarrassed and really like, how could you not have known better, Lisa? How did you not do all the research? You know, you were, how could you trust this person? Just a thousand and one things. And then there was this part of me that was like, okay, so what's going to come out of this because I could take lots of money and lots of, excuse me, lots of time and chase after this. And I could go after this person or I could see what else to create. And what ended up happening was my decision to forgive and let go. And just say, there must have been a reason that this showed up me. And as you said, it's not a failure, it's a lesson learned. What happened was over the next six months. My business literally quadrupled. I'm sorry, not quadrupled, tripled. It was three times. Had I invested energy and chasing after an air quotes, missed opportunity, I would have failed to have put the time and energy into what was right in front of me and what was for me all along. Steve Rush: Yeah, really powerful stuff. And you know, what goes around, comes around. Doesn't it? Lisa Marie Platske: Absolutely, and I'm not tracking it. Steve Rush: Yeah, I'm fairly certain karma, call it what you will, it catches people up eventually. Lisa Marie Platske: Yes, yes, yes. Steve Rush: So, the last part of the show, Lisa, is we get a chance to do some time travel. You get to bump into Lisa at twenty-one and give her some advice. What would be your words of wisdom to her then? Lisa Marie Platske: Everything happens in divine right timing. Everything happens in divine, right timing. Trust the journey and enjoy it. Steve Rush: Yeah, very powerful stuff. I wish we had some more time to talk, but unfortunately, we're coming to the of top of our show. And I just want to say, thank you. I really loved talking with you. I get a real sense of some commonalities and some shared passions that we both have. So, I think that helps in extract some great conversation. So, our learners and our listeners can be connected to you. Where is the best place for us to send them? Lisa Marie Platske: My website is upsidethinking.com, U-P-S-I-D-E, and the word thinking T- H-I-N-K-I-N-G.com. And if you do “backslash” stay-dash-connected, you'll get access to my influential leadership blueprint as well as I have an upside thought, which speaks about lots of lessons learned and one action to take each week, Steve Rush: Brilliant stuff. We'll make sure that we'll put the links in so that people can get hold of the influential leadership blueprint, as well as all your social media and other links as well. So, we can continue the journey beyond today. Lisa Marie Platske: Thank you. Thanks so much, Steve. You pulled things out of me that I've never shared, and I just feel as if we've known each other for a very long time. Steve Rush: Yeah, feelings mutual. And Lisa, thank you for being part of the community and we'll have to do this again sometime. Lisa Marie Platske: I would welcome that. Thank you. It's been an honor. Steve Rush: Thanks Lisa. Closing   Steve Rush: I genuinely want to say heartfelt thanks for taking time out of your day to listen in too. We do this in the service of helping others, and spreading the word of leadership. Without you listening in, there would be no show. So please subscribe now if you have not done so already. Share this podcast with your communities, network, and help us develop a community and a tribe of leadership hackers.   Finally, if you would like me to work with your senior team, your leadership community, keynote an event, or you would like to sponsor an episode. 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Evy Poumpouras is a former Secret Service Special Agent who worked the protective details for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, President George W. Bush, William Clinton, and George H. Bush. She worked complex criminal investigations and undercover operations, executed search and arrest warrants, and investigated both violent and financial crimes. Additionally, Evy was an interrogator for the agency's elite polygraph unit and trained by the Department of Defense in the art and science of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence. Evy is a multi-platform journalist and host who frequently appears on NBC, MSNBC, CNN, and ABC. She is the author of the best-selling book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly. https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Bulletproof-Influence-Situations-Fearlessly/dp/1982103752 Outside of her role as a journalist, Evy is a TEDx speaker and international advisor whose expertise is sought worldwide. She has been a keynote speaker for NASDAQ, SOCOM, Yankee Stadium Series, United Technologies, Corcoran Group, Tyco, Skanska, Red Door Spa, amongst many others. She is an Adjunct Professor for The City University of New York where she teaches criminal justice and criminology. Evy holds a Master of Science from Columbia University in Journalism, a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs from Hofstra University. She is also a former New York City Police Academy recruit, and a graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Secret Service Academy, and the Department of Defense Polygraph Institute. https://athleticgreens.com/clearedhot https://mtntough.com/clearedhot https://feals.com/clearedhot https://betterhelp.com/clearedhot  

How does a Secret Service Agent get the nickname “Talk Back Barbie” What it's like being a woman working in a male dominated environment such as the Secret Service? How do you get there? What do you do once you get there?  How do you overcome the testosterone the air? Stay tuned because in This Episode of One More Thing Before You Go, we are going to have a conversation with a woman who dreamed of being an FBI agent at a very young age and went on to working as a Secret Service agent in the White House, to being an author of her first book "Talk Back Barbie the Secret Service Edition." Where you get a first-hand account of how she handled it all. I'm your host Michael Herst and this is that thing about Talk Back Barbie…. My guest in this episode is Lauren Lusby Fernandez graduated from Virginia Tech with a Political Science: Pre-Law degree. She went to work for the Secret Service in Washington, D.C. and trained at the elite Federal Law Enforcement Training Center as well as the James J. Rowley Training Center.  She has been a consultant at a firm in McLean, Virginia worked with the Department of State, CIA, the National Counterterrorism Center, and other Intelligence communities.  In January of 2021 Lauren self-published her first book, "Talk Back Barbie: The Secret Service Edition." It is a comedy about her experience working with the Secret Service as a girly-girl and how she got where she is today. Her life motto is: "If you trip and fall, laugh first, then get up and keep going! Because the only way you fail is to never get up." Find out more at :https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast

Federal criminal investigators are required to attend periodic training sessions. They go to any of several locations of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, FLET-C. Investigators allege that during training periods, they are asked to work overtime, but not getting the overtime they're entitled to. So they've filed a class action lawsuit. Joining the Federal Drive with details, the managing partner of the law firm McGillivary Steele Elkin, Greg McGillivary.

Heard of the Senior Executives Association (SEA)? Did you know you can join as a GS-12 and work on some of the biggest challenges across government with high level executives? Mr. Marcus Hill, the highly respected SEA member and former senior advisor to the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, chatted with me about what the organization does, upcoming events, networking opportunities and how to join.  https://seniorexecs.org/ Mr. Hill also mentioned several resources he recommended. School of Greatness Podcast The Effective Executive Leadership on the Line A Sense of Urgency Quiet Strength The Laws of Success Words of Life      

Mark McClish was a federal law enforcement officer for 26 years. He started his law enforcement career in 1983 with the U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division. During the two years he was with the Secret Service he was assigned to the White House. His main duties were protecting the White House complex. He would also on occasion provide protection for President Reagan when the President traveled. In 1985, he was hired by the U.S. Marshals Service and served as a Deputy U.S. Marshal in Springfield, IL. This change allowed him to focus more on investigations and less on protection. He worked numerous federal fugitive cases and assisted local law enforcement in apprehending state fugitives. He also worked on a "Warrant Apprehension Narcotic's Team" which was a national drug task force. In 1990, Mark was promoted to the position of Inspector/Instructor at the U.S. Marshals Service Training Academy located at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA. He taught at the Training Academy for nine years serving as the lead instructor on interviewing techniques. He used this time to study deceptive statements and conduct research on deception. Based on his findings, he created the Statement Analysis techniques for detecting deception in a verbal and written statement. While assigned to the Training Academy Mark was also the lead defensive tactics instructor for the Marshals Service. Mark left the Training Academy in 1999 and took a position as a Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal in Greenville, NC. He supervised four offices located in Eastern NC. He also spoke at law enforcement conferences and conducted Statement Analysis seminars on behalf of the Marshals Service. Mark retired from the Marshals Service in 2009 and started Advanced Interviewing Concepts. His company provides interviewing skills training and assists investigators in analyzing statements. Mark currently gives presentations and seminars on Statement Analysis throughout the U.S. He has spoken at numerous conferences and has trained a variety of law enforcement agencies and military organizations. He is the author of the books I Know You Are Lying and Don't Be Deceived. He also developed the Statement Analyzer which is software that will analyze a statement for deception. Mark's links Web: https://www.statementanalysis.com/ And don’t forget to support the podcast by subscribing for free, reviewing, and sharing.   New Livestream https://youtube.com/erichunley    Web: https://unstructuredpod.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/unstructuredp  Facebook: https://facebook.com/unstructuredp  Instagram: https://instagram.com/unstructuredp    Join the Facebook group: fb.com/groups/unstructured   

Jon and Kevin discuss the importance of crisis management plans and how to prepare for the unexpected.  Kevin M. Cronin is a highly credentialed business and security executive with over 25 years of experience, including serving as Vice President, Global Crisis Management & Security for a leading E-commerce company, Senior Managing Director for a financial restructuring firm, Department of Homeland Security Special Agent and police sergeant. As a Special Agent for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Inspector General, Kevin conducted internal agency investigations of corruption, abuse, and mismanagement of funds controlled by DHS. He has worked in an undercover capacity for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), DHS, and other federal and state jurisdictions and has directed large-scale, cross border criminal investigations. Kevin has extensive knowledge of physical and electronic surveillance, has SWAT experience, and has held top-secret security clearance from the United States government. He has successfully prosecuted criminal violations within both federal and state courts and has served as an expert witness in numerous cases. Kevin transitioned his law enforcement experience to the private sector, specializing in risk management including corporate investigations, intelligence, crisis management, threat and risk assessments, surveillance, countersurveillance measures, executive protection, and security services for domestic and global clients. Kevin has successfully led numerous criminal and corporate fraud, espionage, embezzlement, theft, insider trading, digital forensics, and cybersecurity investigations assuring his clients access to world-class expertise helping mitigate the significant risks of today’s volatile business environment. Kevin holds a Master of Business Administration from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Concordia University. He has also attended Staff and Command Management Programs at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Brunswick, Georgia.   Connect with Kevin: www.FortarisCapital.com  (248) 410-3839   Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon’s Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!

This week on Strength in Numbers, your host COL (R) Tim Nye and Neal Keohane talk with Tyr Symank about how Black Rifle Coffee Company is working to support multiple military non-profits, while employing hundreds of veterans. Produced by B. Viral Production; create your next viral campaign and have your company Be Known, Be Seen and Become Viral. Learn more at http://www.bviralproduction.com.Who is Tyr Symank? Tyr Symank (pronounced Tier Psy-mack) is a Green Beret, occasional medic, failed entrepreneur, struggling writer, and committed father. He served 25 years and counting in the active Army and National Guard, achieving the rank of Sergeant Major. Tyr has years of deployed time both as a soldier and a civilian to Iraq, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Asia, Africa, and various countries of interest. Tyr dropped out of University of Oregon’s School of Journalism in 1994 to be a lift operator at Mt. Hood. When the snow melted, he enlisted as a 19K, Abrams Tank Crewman for two years and some college money. Upon arriving at Ft Hood, TX, he tried out for the 1st Cavalry Division’s Horse Cavalry Detachment. Two kids and re-enlistments later, he attended Special Forces Assessment, and was selected to be an 18D, Special Forces Medic. Tyr completed the paramedic portion of his training with FDNY in early September 2001. He deployed to Afghanistan almost immediately after earning his Special Forces tab and Green Beret. His various duties and positions for government entities since have included medic, diplomatic security specialist, intelligence and atmospherics collector, analyst, instructor, operations sergeant, and sergeant major. As an instructor, he has taught at every level from Sub-Saharan tribesmen to university students to federal agents to ambassadors. He is accredited by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.Tyr has several divorces and three wonderful children. He is currently a program manager for Black Rifle Coffee Company and a Special Forces company sergeant major in 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne). He resides in Seattle, Washington.Read the full episode transcript at https://www.podcaststrength.com/tyr-symank-transcript

On this week’s episode of Stay Tuned with Preet, “FISA Follies & Trump’s Taxes,” Preet answers listener questions about vice presidential rules, Trump’s defunding of the WHO, and COVID-19’s effect on domestic violence. Then, Preet is joined by Steve Vladeck, the A. Dalton Cross Professor in Law at the University of Texas School of Law, to discuss FISA courts and President Trump’s upcoming Supreme Court battles.   To listen to Stay Tuned bonus content, become a member of CAFE Insider. Sign up to receive the CAFE Brief, a weekly newsletter featuring analysis of politically charged legal news, and updates from Preet. And if you haven’t already, listen to this week’s full episode of the CAFE Insider podcast for free in the Stay Tuned feed.  As always, tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.   REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS THE Q&A Philip Bump, “Could Joe Biden pick Barack Obama as his running mate? Yes. But.” Washington Post, 8/6/2015 Peter Baker, “VP Bill? Depends on Meaning of ‘Elected,’” Washington Post, 10/20/2006 Erica Werner, “Congressional Democrats allege Trump’s move to defund World Health Organization is illegal,” Washington Post, 4/15/2020 Jacob Pramuk, “Trump’s WHO funding threat echoes action that got him impeached, Democrats say,” CNBC, 4/15/2020 “The Impoundment Control Act of 1974: What Is It? Why Does It Matter?” House Committee on the Budget, 10/23/2019 “President Donald J. Trump Is Demanding Accountability From the World Health Organization,” WhiteHouse.gov, 4/15/2020 Michele Berger and Susan B. Sorensen, “Domestic violence and gun sales in the time of COVID-19,” Penn Today, 4/15/2020 Griffin Dix, “COVID-19, gun sales and guns in homes,” The Hill, 4/11/2020 THE INTERVIEW Steve Vladeck and Bobby Chesney, The National Security Law Podcast  Steve Vladeck and Ryan Goodman, Co-Editors-in-Chief, Just Security Blog Vladeck’s Biography, University of Texas School of Law   FISA:  “Review of Four FISA Applications and Other Aspects of the FBI’s Crossfire Hurricane Investigation,” Office of the Inspector General, U.S. Department of Justice, 12/9/2019 “Management Advisory Memorandum for the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Regarding the Execution of Woods Procedures for Applications Filed with the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court Relating to U.S. Persons,” Office of the Inspector General, U.S. Department of Justice, 3/30/2020 United States Intelligence Activities, Executive Order 12333, National Archives, 12/4/1981 Franks vs. Delaware (Supreme Court, 1978), Justia USA FREEDOM Reauthorization Act of 2020, Congress.gov, 3/10/2020 Vladeck’s appearance before the House Select Intelligence Committee, CSPAN, 10/29/2013 Steve Vladeck, “The FISA Court and Article III,” Washigton and Lee Law Review, 6/1/2015 James G. McAdams III, “FISA: An Overview,” Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, 2006 Steve Vladeck, “The Best Evidence Yet That Government Surveillance Oversight Is Nowhere Near Adequate,” Slate, 10/31/2013 Steve Vladeck, “Trump's criticism of the Carter Page FISA warrant is wrong. But that doesn't mean the FISA process is right,” NBC News, 7/24/2018 Inspector General Memo on FISA Audit, Department of Justice, 3/30/2020 Ellen Nakashima and Devlin Barrett, “Problems with FBI surveillance extended far beyond probe of Trump campaign, Justice Dept. inspector general says,” Washington Post, 3/31/2020 Andrew C. McCarthy, “It’s Time to Rethink Foreign-Intelligence Surveillance,” National Review, 4/4/2020 COVID AND THE LAW: Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen, “Department of Justice Enforcement Actions Related to COVID-19,” Department of Justice, 3/24/2020 Harry Litman, “The DOJ Just Made it Too Easy to Link Coronavirus to Terrorism,” Los Angeles Times, 4/2/2020 Chris Strohm, “Barr Threatens Legal Action Against Governors Over Lockdowns,” Bloomberg, 4/21/2020 UPCOMING LEGAL FIGHTS: Supplemental Briefing Order on Trump Tax Cases, Supreme Court, 4/27/2020 Steve Vladeck, Thread on Supreme Court Order, Twitter, 4/27/2020 Josh Chafetz, Congress’s Constitution: Legislative Authority and the Separation of Powers, Yale University Press, 2017 Steve Vladeck, “What would happen if Trump ignored a divided Supreme Court ruling against him?” Washington Post, 10/14/2019 WAR CRIMES TRIALS: Gerd Hankel, “Leipzig War Crimes Trials,” International Encyclopedia of the First World War, 2016 Mitchell Yockelson, “The bizarre tale of a kidnapping attempt, the German kaiser and a beloved ashtray,” Washington Post, 8/14/2018 Rebecca Kheel and Morgan Chalfant, “Five Things to Know about the International Criminal Court,” The Hill, 9/10/2018

Evy Poumpouras packs an incredible punch in a small package...She is a former Secret Service Special Agent who worked the protective details for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, President George W. Bush, William Clinton, and George H. Bush. Evy worked complex criminal investigations and undercover operations, executed search and arrest warrants, and investigated both violent and financial crimes. Additionally, Evy was an interrogator for the agency’s elite polygraph unit and trained by the Department of Defense in the art and science of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence. Evy Poumpouras is a multi-platform journalist and host who frequently appears on NBC, MSNBC, CNN, and ABC. She covers a wide range of topics, such as national security, law enforcement, personal protection, behavioral analysis, situational awareness, and how to live life fearlessly. Outside of her role as a journalist, Evy is a TEDx speaker and international advisor whose expertise is sought worldwide. She has been a keynote speaker for NASDAQ, SOCOM, Yankee Stadium Series, United Technologies, Corcoran Group, Tyco, Skanska, Red Door Spa, amongst many others. She is an Adjunct Professor for The City University of New York where she teaches criminal justice and criminology. Evy was also cast on CBS’s TV series “The Hunted.” Evy holds a Master of Science from Columbia University in Journalism, a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs from Hofstra University. She is also a former New York City Police Academy recruit, and a graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Secret Service Academy, and the Department of Defense Polygraph Institute.

Tony Blauer is the founder and CEO of BLAUER TACTICAL SYSTEMS. Mr. Blauer has pioneered research and training methodologies that have influenced and inspired defensive tactics, combative and martial art instructors around the world since 1897.   With over 40 years of professional training experience, Mr. Blauer is highly sought out by progressive trainers, departments and organizations interested in enhancing the safety and survivability of their personnel through Blauer's unique approach to mindset and confrontation management psychology. He also specializes in a brain-based and scientific approach to scenario-training and extreme close quarter tactics.   His company, BLAUER TACTICAL SYSTEMS (BTS) is one of the world's leading consulting firms specializing in research & development of combative training & equipment for the military, law enforcement, and self-defense communities.    Aside from many local and state agencies, Coach Blauer and his training team have had the privilege and honor of consulting for elite elements within the federal government like U.S. Army Special Forces & SPECIAL OPERATIONS, U.S. AIR FORCE, U.S. Navy SEALs, FEDERAL AIR MARSHAL SERVICE, the U.S. COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, SECRET SERVICE, FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER, U.S. MARSHALS as well as units, agencies and organizations around the world from Australia, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Denmark, Holland, Germany and more.    Here's what's next: Join our free online training community: www.facebook.com/groups/conquertrainingcommunity/ Get a 7-day trial of all Conquer Programming Templates: www.conquerathlete.com/programs

Do you take it upon yourself to train?  Here is what one of the top Defensive Tactics Instructors in the world thinks about Martial Arts training for Law Enforcement personnel. Tony and Adam discuss the motivation for training on your own time and what to look for, not only in a  combative system but what you need in an instructor.  EPISODE PAGE: https://thebreakdown.ca/013 Tony Blauer is the founder and CEO of BLAUER TACTICAL SYSTEMS. He has pioneered research and training methodologies that have influenced and inspired defensive tactics, combative and martial art instructors around the world since 1897. With over 40 years of professional training experience, Mr. Blauer is highly sought out by progressive trainers, departments and organizations interested in enhancing the safety and survivability of their personnel through Blauer's unique approach to mindset and confrontation management psychology.  He also specializes in a brain-based and scientific approach to scenario-training and extreme close quarter tactics. His company, BLAUER TACTICAL SYSTEMS (BTS) is one of the world's leading consulting firms specializing in research & development of combative training & equipment for the military, law enforcement, and self-defense communities.  Aside from many local and state agencies, Coach Blauer and his training team have had the privilege and honor of consulting for elite elements within the federal government like U.S. Army Special Forces & SPECIAL OPERATIONS, U.S. AIR FORCE, U.S. Navy SEALs, FEDERAL AIR MARSHAL SERVICE, the U.S. COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, SECRET SERVICE, FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER, U.S. MARSHALS as well as units, agencies and organizations around the world from Australia, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Denmark, Holland, Germany and more.  Website: https://blauerspear.com/Contact: ask@blauertactical.comPodcast: https://knowfear.libsyn.com/

Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by the Bob Delaney. Delaney is a former NBA Referee, Retired New Jersey State Trooper, Leading Authority in Post Traumatic Stress, Corporate Educator & Motivator and also currently serves as a Special Advisor to the Southeastern Conference. He has served the NBA in various areas of officiating development, including most recently as the Vice President, Referee Operations/Director of Officials. He is the founder of two schools that trained officials for high-integrity roles within the NBA, WNBA and college basketball. His Performance Enhancement Program (PEP) has provided training for the NFL, U.S. Army, FBI, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Homeland Security and more. During a 25-year NBA officiating career, Delaney officiated more than 1,700 regular season games, more than 200 playoff games, nine Finals and two All-Star Games and was one of the NBA’s highest-rated crew chiefs. In 2003 he received the prestigious Gold Whistle Award from the National Association of Sports Officials. In this episode, Delaney takes you inside the responsibility of an NBA Official as well as a look back at his time as a State Trooper in New Jersey including a 3 year undercover job to infiltrate organized crime and how he uses that experience today to help people navigate post-traumatic stress. He currently works with sports teams, military branches, police departments and families who have lost loved ones to help them through difficult times. Bob shares some of his most effective strategies and techniques in this episode that can be applied to traumatic events of all kinds for you to use with your team, staff and loved ones. All that and more on Episode 156 of the Coaching U Podcast with Coach Brendan Suhr!

Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by the Bob Delaney. Delaney is a former NBA Referee, Retired New Jersey State Trooper, Leading Authority in Post Traumatic Stress, Corporate Educator & Motivator and also currently serves as a Special Advisor to the Southeastern Conference. He has served the NBA in various areas of officiating development, including most recently as the Vice President, Referee Operations/Director of Officials. He is the founder of two schools that trained officials for high-integrity roles within the NBA, WNBA and college basketball. His Performance Enhancement Program (PEP) has provided training for the NFL, U.S. Army, FBI, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Homeland Security and more. During a 25-year NBA officiating career, Delaney officiated more than 1,700 regular season games, more than 200 playoff games, nine Finals and two All-Star Games and was one of the NBA's highest-rated crew chiefs. In 2003 he received the prestigious Gold Whistle Award from the National Association of Sports Officials. In this episode, Delaney takes you inside the responsibility of an NBA Official as well as a look back at his time as a State Trooper in New Jersey including a 3 year undercover job to infiltrate organized crime and how he uses that experience today to help people navigate post-traumatic stress. He currently works with sports teams, military branches, police departments and families who have lost loved ones to help them through difficult times. Bob shares some of his most effective strategies and techniques in this episode that can be applied to traumatic events of all kinds for you to use with your team, staff and loved ones. All that and more on Episode 155 of the Coaching U Podcast with Coach Brendan Suhr!

Hello everyone and welcome back. A big shout out to all the brave men and women who work in the criminal justice field. Thank you for what you do and keep up the great work. If you want to start your own podcast check out what Podbean can do for you. You can find a link at www.cjevolution.com In this episode Patrick welcomes Dr. Andrew Wittman. Andrew is the founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center, a leadership consultancy specializing in peak performance, team dynamics, resolving conflict in the workplace and is the author of the book, “Ground Zero Leadership: CEO of You” (2016). He teaches strategies on how to take control of your thoughts, feelings, attitudes, and actions, especially under pressure while sharing his experiences in combat and high-threat environments across the globe. A Marine Corps infantry combat veteran and former federal agent, he holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Theology, is a guest lecturer at Clemson University, and co-hosts the radio call-in show, “Get Warrior Tough.” As a leadership and peak-performance expert working across five continents, Andrew has successfully added tens of millions in profit to his clients' bottom line, through his trade-mark cellular problem-solving methods before becoming a motivational keynote speaker. Andrew is the son of missionaries to Australia, China, and the West Indies, and was brought up in the town of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. Upon graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps infantry and lead troops in combat operations in the Republic of Panama and Desert Storm, anti-terrorism operations in Honduras and two deployments to the Far East. As a security contractor for the State Department, Andrew has deployed to Jordan, Kosovo and completed four tours in Afghanistan. Upon exiting military service, Andrew entered the field of law enforcement, becoming a sheriff's deputy in his home state of South Carolina. He is the recipient of the J.P. Strom Award, which is the highest and most prestigious award given to a graduate of the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy, in recognition of being the honor graduate of his class. An accomplishment he repeated at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA while transitioning from a local to a federal commission. Dr. Wittman was the Special Agent in Charge of Nancy Pelosi's security detail, was Joe Lieberman's lead advance agent. He has personally protected Hillary Clinton, Tom Delay, Trent Lott, King Abdullah of Jordan, Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, Sir Elton John, as well as Fortune 20 CEOs. You can find Andrew here: https://getwarriortough.com/about-andrew/   Stay tuned for more great guests, and if you would rate and review the show on iTunes, we sure would appreciate it. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Clint Hill is an author and speaker. He is a guest speaker at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and continues to participate with present-day Secret Service personnel in discussing protective activities and procedures. If you would like more information on Clint Hill, he has authored three books and can be contacted through his website. Special Thanks to Mr. Clint Hill and Lisa McCubin for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #007 Pt. 1 – Please welcome Secret Service legend Retired Special Agent Clint Hill in part one of our two-part series. Mr. Clint Hill is a retired U.S. Secret Service Agent who served five presidents and was in the motorcade in Dallas on November 22, 1963, when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Mr. Hill will forever be remembered for his brave and swift actions as he leaped onto the back of the presidential limousine in an effort to protect President and Mrs. Kennedy while shots were being fired. Mr. Clint Hill is an author and speaker. He is a guest speaker at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and continues to participate with present-day Secret Service personnel in discussing protective activities and procedures. If you would like more information on Clint Hill, he has authored three books and can be contacted through his website. Special Thanks to Mr. Clint Hill and Lisa McCubbin for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Victor Avila, Jr., is a retired Homeland Security Special Agent permanently assigned to a position within ICE. Victor shares his story of being ambushed on Highway 57 in Mexico while on an assignment to meet up with counterparts from another office. He details the attack that happened in 2011 and the years following. Chuck and Mark play a clip from Victor's call for help during the attack to start off the show. From here, Chuck and Mark turn it over to Victor. They invite Victor to start his story from before the assignment even started and explain all aspects of the event. Victor discusses the years following the attack, including his struggles with our government. More about Victor Avila, Jr.: Mr. Victor Avila Jr. is a retired Homeland Security Special Agent with over 18 years of Law Enforcement experience.  Mr. Avila began his Special Agent career in the Office of Investigations in El Paso, Texas. In 2008, he was promoted to ICE Representative and worked at the ICE office in the U.S. Consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.  He was permanently assigned to the ICE Mexico City Attaché office where he served as an accredited diplomat and liaison to the Government of Mexico conducting international complex criminal investigations in a wide range of violations such as narcotics trafficking, arms trafficking, human trafficking/smuggling, financial violations, commercial fraud and counter terrorism. Mr. Avila also successfully led and oversaw the Global Trafficking in Persons initiative.  During his tenure, he addressed large groups of stakeholders on a variety of topics and briefed the Mexican Senate and congress committees in reference to HSI's role in combating human trafficking, and also spoke before government officials and non-governmental organizations regarding human trafficking matters.  Further, Mr. Avila organized various large training conferences and seminars on human trafficking and money laundering as well as selection of the content of panel discussions and panel members.  In 2011, he was assigned to the U.S. Embassy in Madrid, Spain and served as the Assistant Attaché.  He supervised Special Agents and Local Engaged Staff and was responsible for the planning, organization, administration, coordination of HSI activities and the enhancement of the HSI Mission in Spain, Portugal, and Andorra which included investigations regarding intellectual property rights violations, fraud, human smuggling, human trafficking, drug trafficking, money laundering, commercial fraud, counter terrorism and national security investigations. As an Assistant Attaché Mr. Avila coordinated and conducted the first Cyber Crimes Investigation Training Seminar in Lisbon, Portugal as well as the first Human Trafficking-Cyber Crimes training Seminar for the Moss's D'Esquadra Cataluña Police Force in Barcelona, Spain. Mr. Avila has been recognized for Excellence in Law Enforcement by the ICE Hispanic Agents Association; Exceptional Performance in Operation Green Horizon; Meritorious Service Award by the Office of Investigations-El Paso, Texas; The Director's Award for Operation in Plain Sight in Mexico; Homeland Security Investigations Excellence in Public Service Award; The ICE Foundation Heroism Award; The Valor Award by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) and the Medal of Valor for Outstanding Bravery by the National Latino Peace Officers Association.  Before becoming a Special Agent, Mr. Avila served as a United States Probation Officer for the U.S. Courts and as a District Parole Officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Mr. Avila is a graduate of the Criminal Investigators Training Program and Immigration and Customs Enforcement Special Agent Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Texas at El Paso while focusing...

In recent months self-proclaimed “cybersecurity experts” have posted cybercrime history timelines in online outlets but left out some of the most significant cases that impacted all subsequent cybercrime cases & laws; the Morris Worm & the German hackers caught by Clifford Stoll. In this episode you will hear from the trailblazer in the computer crime prosecution space, Mark Rasch, & learn what he has seen over the years with regard to computer crime, hacking, what has changed, & the things that have remained the same. Mark created the Computer Crime Unit at the US Department of Justice, where he led efforts aimed at investigating and prosecuting cyber, high-tech, and white-collar crime. Mark helped the FBI and Treasury Department develop their original procedures on handling electronic evidence to use for computer crime prosecutions & has taught digital crime and evidence classes at the FBI Academy and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Tune in for a fascinating discussion!

My journey to becoming a speaker and coach was a non-traditional one and began when I was hired by the U.S. Customs Service several years after college. I showed up at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center with long blonde hair, red, white, and blue fingernails and a pair of black high-top Guess sneakers instead of the stereotypical scowl and combat boots. As you can imagine, this did not go over well. I envisioned sitting at a big mahogany desk with the official seal of the United States of America emblazoned on the name tag on the door to my office. What I got was an assignment to work on the rat-infested piers of New York with some pretty cranky men who didn’t think women should be part of their world. (Oh, I could tell you some stories…) And, no desk. And, no office. I realized quickly that it was going to be VERY different than the detective shows I watched on television as a kid. (No, I was not going to be one of Charlie’s Angels.) And, I recognized that being my soft-spoken and speak-when-spoken-to self was not going to enable me to excel in this arena. I needed to find my voice. Instead of Looking at What Others Are Doing, Focus on Your Own Journey. On the job, some of the guys called me “Hair and Nails” and a few did their best to make my life a nightmare, publicly berating me and harassing me. But, I worked side by side in filthy assignments in the heat, snow, and rain lifting boxes, driving a forklift, and sifting through smelly shipments on the contraband enforcement (narcotics interdiction) and EXODUS (money laundering) teams. I was one of the fastest promoted women on the job, and while I can’t say I was the best at enforcement, I was smart, hard-working, quick-witted – and I found my voice. Working in the New York area during 9/11, I worked 16-hour grueling shifts after losing my mentor in the Trade Center bombings. And, over time, I earned the respect from these tough-as-nails men as they treated me like one of the boys. Yes, I held my own. And, when I left federal law enforcement after 10 years, I left with pride, and the nickname “Mary F’in Sunshine”. What I Learned was You Can Do Anything You Want without Compromising Who You Are. While I began my job with a small-town naiveté and there were days when I was unsure of myself, I learned how to be strong, stand up for what I wanted (I had a no-profanity rule which the guys adhered to….LOL), how to work well with others (even the people you don’t like), not to take other people’s “crap” without being ugly, and how to trust my gut to the point where I now have a built-in “No B.S.” meter. I studied leadership and the inner workings of what it takes to communicate effectively and build a personal brand. The World is Made for Those who Learn How to Stand Out, Not Fit In. I worked in a male-dominated industry where I had to learn how to communicate who I was, what I brought to the job, or become invisible. And, despite the rigors of 9/11, my deep compassion for others led me to helping some of my co-workers cope with the changing landscape and recognize that every day brings is a gift which brings the promise of a new beginning. (From my 1st book, Designing Your Destiny….) My career in law enforcement was a challenging journey – and I walked through this because of Choice. Direction. Commitment. and Discipline and you can do the same with whatever you are seeking to achieve or move forward in your organization or personal life. Vince Lombardi said, “Leaders aren’t born; they’re made. And, they’re made like anything else, through hard work.” You can develop what it takes to be a leader in your career and in your life. I studied personal leadership and effective management and supervision, and you can be taught the same principles and learn how to do this with ease. People Follow the Person First, and Then their Great Plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women in male-dominated industries like tech, finance and law enforcement may feel like it's unacceptable to reveal any vulnerability at work. This leads to compartmentalization, having a ‘work self' that's different from the real person on the inside. But this simply isn't working. Not only does this approach make us seem unapproachable, it leads to burnout and perpetuates the myth that we have to behave a certain way in order to lead. Lisa Marie Platske had a ten-year career as a Federal law enforcement officer, where she was one of the fastest-promoted women in the US Customs Service. But the road to authentic leadership was not easy for Platske: At a leadership training course, she was informed—in front of the class—that she had scored a zero on an interpersonal skills inventory. This painful moment forced her to get clear about who she was and what she valued and led her to ‘design her own destiny,' becoming an authentic, vulnerable feminine leader. Platske leveraged the skills she honed designing curriculum and teaching leadership development at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center to create Upside Thinking, an international leadership training and consulting company. An award-winning leadership expert and high-energy speaker, Platske has coached multi-million-dollar entrepreneurs, startups, seasoned executives and non-profit leaders in 20-plus global industries. Simply put, she creates effective leaders. Today, Platske shares her journey from Federal law enforcement to entrepreneurship, exposing the not-so-glamorous side of her job with US Customs. She explains how a willingness to explore what wasn't working in her approach to leadership led her to find a new, more authentic way of showing up at work. Listen in and give yourself permission to be vulnerable, designing your own destiny as an authentic leader!   Key Interview Takeaways ‘Design your destiny' by getting clear on who you are and what you stand for. Platske had an eye-opening experience at a leadership training course, scoring a zero on an interpersonal skills inventory. That led her to look at what wasn't working and become a different kind of leader based on her values. Effective leaders are curious and vulnerable. Platske realized that her social introversion made people perceive her as unapproachable, so she made a change by getting curious about her co-workers and sharing more about who she was as a person. People value authenticity. Women in male-dominated industries tend to compartmentalize and be tough, effectively cutting off that ‘real' part of themselves. Platske argues that vulnerable feminine leadership is healthier and more effective. Connect with Lisa Marie Platske Upside Thinking Design Your Destiny Live Email lisamarie@upsidethinking.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sunday October 8th 6:00 pm Pacific Time. Dynamic Dojo Talkradio with special guest Shihan Dai Vince Cecere. Hosted by Restita DeJesus, Bob Deahl and Kathy Long. Shihan Dai Vince Cecere has been a martial arts practicioner for nearly 30 years.  His black belt was awarded by Jujitsu inovator and martial arts legend Dr. Moses Powell.  Since 2000 Shihan Dai Cecere has gone on to distinguish himself as Master Instructor of close quarter combat and advanced arrest and control techniques. He has taught at the John F Kennedy School of Special Warfare at Fort Bragg NC, The US Naval War College, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the Inter-American Air Force Academy at Lackland AFB San Antonio, Texas. His students have included members of the FBI and US Secret Service, the National Security Agency (NSA), US Army's Rangers, the 82nd Airborne and the US Special Forces including the US Army's Green Berets and Delta Force Operators to name only a few.

X-Ways Forensics Practitioner's Guide (https://www.amazon.com/X-Ways-Forensics-Practitioners-Guide-Shavers/dp/0124116051/ref=la_B00C8B490Q_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1501108551&sr=1-1) ." Brett began his career as a digital forensics investigator in law enforcement and was trained by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the US Department of Homeland Security, the National White Collar Crime Center (https://www.nw3c.org/) , and a multitude of forensic software manufacturers. Brett has taught over 1,000 persons in law enforcement, colleges, and law firms in topics including high tech investigative methods and forensic analysis and gives presentations on high-tech investigations regularly. His prior law enforcement duties included assignments in state and federal task forces, with investigations spanning multiple countries and states where his cases targeted career criminals and international criminal organizations. In this episode we discuss starting forensics in law enforcement, his approaches to investigations, what makes a good DFIR examiner, forensic tools, Windows FE, book writing advice, IoT surveillance, and so much more. Where you can find Brett: Web (http://brettshavers.cc/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/Brett_Shavers) Keybase (https://keybase.io/brett_shavers) Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Brett-Shavers/e/B00C8B490Q/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1501108546&sr=1-1) DFIR Online Training (http://courses.dfironlinetraining.com/)

In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.

In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.

SHOW TITLE: Vintage Computer Games, Missing Aircraft, and an Amazing Forensic Resource: An Interview with Douglas White of the National Institute of Science and Technology's National Software Reference Library (NSRL) Douglas White leads the National Software Reference Library project for the National Institute of Standards and Technology. He has 25 years of experience with distributed systems, distributed databases and telecommunication protocols, real time biomonitoring, real time video processing, system administration and network monitoring. He holds both a B.A and M.S. in computer science from Hood College. He has given lectures for the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the High Technology Crime Investigation Association, the Digital Forensic Research Workshop and other digital forensic conferences.

Join Dr. Carlos as he explores the detection of deception with Mark McClish.Statement Analysis® is the process of analyzing a persons words to see if the person is being truthful or deceptive. There are usually several ways you can phrase a statement. People will word their statement based on all their knowledge. Therefore, their statement may include information they did not intend to share. I Know You Are Lying will show you what to look for in a verbal and written statement to determine if a person is telling the truth. The Statement Analysis techniques will also show you how to obtain additional information from a statement.Also included is an analysis of eight high profile cases. An examination of these cases will help you review the Statement Analysis techniques, and it will show you who is being truthful and who is being deceptive in the following cases:- The Oklahoma City Bombing- The O.J. Simpson Murder Trial- Sexual Molestation Allegations Against Michael Jackson- The Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.- The Lindbergh Kidnapping and the Trial of Bruno Richard Hauptmann- President Clinton and Monica Lewinsky Scandal- The Murder of Marylin Sheppard- The JonBenet Ramsey MurderWhether you are conducting an interview or listening to a conversation, when you use the Statement Analysis techniques you will be able to determine who is being truthful and who is being deceptive.About the AuthorMark McClish is a retired Deputy United States Marshal who spent 26 years in federal law enforcement. From 1991 - 1999, he taught interviewing techniques at the U.S. Marshals Service Training Academy which is located at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia. During his nine years teaching at the training academy he conducted his own research on how people respond to certain questions. He found that people will often lie in the same way. Likewise, people will tell the truth in a similar fashion. He calls his method for examining a person's words Statement Analysis®. He currently gives presentations on Statement Analysis throughout the United States and assists law enforcement personnel in analyzing a suspect's statement.

Join our interview in progress featuring Tim Slaybaugh, Forensic/Malware Analyst at Northrup Grumman as he gives us some insight into his presentation, “Pass-the-Hash: Gaining Root Access to Your Network” at the 26th Annual FIRST Conference. Tim has presented at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and often speaks at national and international conferences on current topics in computer forensic analysis. Tim presents on June 24th 10-11:00 in the Terrace Ballroom at the Boston Park Plaza.

Dr. Johnson is co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the California Sciences Institute, and also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the SANS Technology Institute. Dr. Johnson is one of the founding partners of the Forensic Data Center a company focused on computer forensics He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Michigan State University and his Doctorate from the University of California - Berkeley. Dr. Johnson founded the Center for Cybercrime and Forensic Computer Investigation, and the Forensic Computer Investigation Graduate program. Additionally, Dr. Johnson was responsible for developing the on-line program in Information Protection and Security and also founded the Graduate National Security program offered at two of our National Nuclear Security Administration Laboratories in California and New Mexico. Currently, Dr. Johnson serves as a member of the FBI Infraguard program; and also is a member of the Electronic Crime Task Force, New York Field Office, U.S. Secret Service. The United States Attorney General appointed Dr. Johnson a member of the Information Technology Working Group, and he served as Chair, Task Force Group on Combating High Technology Crime for the National Institute of Justice. Dean Johnson was also appointed an advisor to the Judicial Council of California on the Court Technology Task Force by the California Supreme Court. Dr. Johnson has published five books, 13 referred articles; holds copyright on 4 software programs and his chapter on "Infrastructure Warriors: A Threat to the U.S. Homeland by Organized Crime," was published by the Strategic Studies Institute of the U.S. Army War College. In addition to lecturing at the U.S. Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, he has also lectured at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and numerous universities. Dr. Johnson has appeared in both State and U.S. Federal courts as an expert witness and was a member of the Select Ad Hoc Presidential Investigative Committee and consultant to the American Academy of Forensic Sciences in the case of Sirhan B. Sirhan regarding evaluation of ballistics and physical evidence concerning the assassination of United States Senator, Robert F. Kennedy.