Podcasts about Green Zone

Robert Young Pelton first became aware of the phenomenon of hired guns in the War on Terror when he met a covert team of contractors on the Afghanistan/Pakistan border in the fall of 2003. Pelton soon embarked on a globe-spanning odyssey to penetrate and understand this shadowy world, ultimately delivering stunning insights into the way private soldiers are used.Enter a blood-soaked world of South African mercenaries and tribal fighters backed by ruthless financiers. Drop into Baghdad's Green Zone, strap on body armor, and take a daily high-speed ride with a doomed crew of security contractors who dodge car bombs and snipers just to get their charges to the airport. Share a drink in a chic hotel bar with wealthy owners of private armies who debate the best way to stay alive in war zones.Licensed to Kill spans four continents and three years, taking us inside the CIA's dirty wars; the brutal contractor murders in Fallujah and the Alamo-like sieges in Najaf and Al Kut; the Deep South contractor training camps where ex–Special Operations soldiers and even small town cops learn the ropes; the contractor conventions where macho attendees swap bullet-punctuated tales and discuss upcoming gigs; and the grim Central African prison where contractors turned failed mercenaries pay a steep price.The United States has encouraged the use of the private sector in all facets of the War on Terror, placing contractors outside the bounds of functional legal constraints. With the shocking clarity that can come only from firsthand observation, Licensed to Kill painstakingly deconstructs the most controversial events and introduces the pivotal players. Most disturbingly, it shows that there are indeed thousands of contractors—with hundreds more being produced every month—who've been given a license to kill, their services available to the highest bidder.https://amzn.to/3HWKcwVBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Listen to the Song: Quiet The NoiseEver feel like the noise in your head won't turn off—no matter how hard you try? Sleepless nights, anxious thoughts, and endless chatter can take over your life, but in this episode you'll discover how to finally quiet the chaos with simple, science-backed tools.Mindfulness for Everyday Stress & AnxietyIf you've been longing for more peace, stronger focus, or a way to stop spiraling thoughts, this episode was made for you. Instead of staying stuck in overthinking or consumed by worry, you'll learn how to shift into clarity, calm, and presence—right when you need it most.Why Must You Listen?By tuning in to this episode, you'll discover:How to apply the Green Zone Framework to recognize when your mind is slipping into chaos—and how to return to calm.A practical way to practice mindfulness in daily life, not just during meditation.Actionable steps for relieving anxiety and mental chatter so you can focus on what truly matters.What's It All About?In this episode, Kevin sits down with Tommy Stoffel, a mindfulness teacher and co-author of the best selling book, “Take The Wheel ~ An Offroad Monks Guide to Quiet Your Mind and Get Back in the Driver's Seat".Tommy knows all too well what it's like to live with constant noise in your head. In this insightful interview, Tommy shares his journey from sleepless nights filled with relentless worry to breakthroughs that brought clarity, calm, and control.You'll learn how ego, fear, and overthinking can hijack your peace—and how mindfulness, self-awareness, and the Green Zone Framework can help you regain it. Expect a mix of storytelling, practical strategies, and transformative insights you can use immediately.Looking for the Links?Take the Stress SurveyVisit Tommy's Website for ALL THINGS Tommy Stoffel and Offroad MonksPurchase a copy of “Take The Wheel ~ An Offroad Monks Guide to Quiet Your Mind and Get Back in the Driver's Seat"Follow the Offroad Monks on InstagramListen to the song created for Tommy called Quiet The NoiseOr why not have your own custom song created? Visit KLoweMusic.comJust Do It! Press PLAY!Press play today to learn how to quiet the noise in your head and step confidently into your own Green Zone of calm and clarity.Hey, it's Kevin!I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!I would LOVE to hear from you! Send me a Voice MessageWant to be a guest on GRIT, GRACE, & INSPIRATION? Send Kevin Lowe a message on PodMatch!Book Kevin to Speak at Your Next Event: CLICK to Learn More + Get In Touch

Last week, Matt Dominguez posted his unpopular opinion that if you have cheered for a sports team for 25 years and that team hasn't won a championship or improved, that you should be able to hit the FAN TRANSFER PORTAL and choose a new favourite team. Do you agree with Matt's opinion or are you rider or die with your favourite team? The Green Zone

Rumours are swirling that Stanley Cup champion, Matthew Tkachuk, may start the season on the Long Term Injury Report list as he will be getting surgery soon. Locker wonders why this surgery wasn't done sooner in the offsesaon. And we get Drew's thoughts on Hockey Canada's Olympic camp invites. The Green Zone

The San Francisco 49ers are once again a team to watch but they need to stay healthy. 49ers reporter, Jennifer Lee Chan, gives you an update from training camp and a look at their preseason matchups! The Green Zone

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Would you rather see the Saskatchewan Roughriders win the Grey Cup this year OR see the Toronto Blue Jays win the World Series this year? YOU CAN ONLY PICK ONE! Call 1-877-332-8255 now with your pick! The Green Zone

Our football insider, Dave Naylor, is back from another week at Buffalo Bills & Detroit Lions training camps. We get the latest from those camps along with some clarification on the smelling salts ban. Plus, we ask Dave his thoughts on the Riders next 4 games and preview this weeks CFL matchups! The Green Zone

It's not truly NFL training camp season if there isn't some sort of drama within the Dallas Cowboys organization. We connect with RJ Choppy to try to make some sense of what's going on in "Jerry's World". The Green Zone

Earlier this year, Hockey Canada announced that Dale Hunter will be the head coach for this years Team Canada World Juniors team. We chat with Coach Hunter about what he wants to bring to the team this year and who he thinks could have a big impact, if they are available. The Green Zone

Former NY Giant, Carl Banks, joins The Green Zone with a look at the NY Giants training camp. The Giants see their 1st preseason game this weekend and with 2 new QBs in their system, fans want to see who will come out as their ultimate QB1. The Green Zone

The marquee matchup in the CFL this week is the BC Lions vs Hamilton Tiger Cats on Thursday night. JC Abbott has the preview as the Lions need to find a win to get back into a playoff conversation. And the Hamilton TiCats are rolling on a 6 game winning streak. The Green Zone

Tom Sargeant is back for his 25th season with the Saskatoon Hilltops. The Hilltops season kicks off this week and they are looking to bring another championship to Saskatoon. The Green Zone

The Green Zone continues its NFL training camp tour with a stop in Miami. We chat with Travis Wingfield about who has impressed at Dolphins camp, prep for their first preseason game and how far this team could go in 2025. The Green Zone

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are now 7-1 after a big win over the Montreal Alouettes on Saturday night. What has impressed you the most about this Riders team? Are you feeling confident that this is a Grey Cup winning team? The Green Zone

Coming off a smack-down of a preseason win against the Detroit Lions there are still some question marks with this team. Sideline Reporter for the LA Chargers, Shannon Farren joins guest host Britton Gray on a special Saskatchewan Day episode of the Green Zone for a great discussion all about the Chargers and particularly their roster! Also this hour, Taylor Shire of the Regina Leader Post stops by to chat about the Riders demolition of the Alouettes in Montreal on Saturday night! The Green Zone

Despite the Winnipeg Blue Bombers recent wins, the team doesn't appear to be what it has been in past years. Darrin Bauming of Bonfire Sports joins guest host Britton Gray on a special Saskatchewan Day episode of the Green Zone to discuss all things Bombers football! The Green Zone

As the Toronto Blue Jays keep winning, Blue Jays Fever keeps spreading! How much influence does a winning Blue Jays team have on Canadian sports fans? And Formula 1 will be looking for a TV provider once their current deal runs out. Is a traditional TV deal best for F1 or should it go with a popular streaming service? The Green Zone

The Toronto Blue Jays appear to be very happy with the moves they made before yesterday's MLB trade deadline. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi gives his insight on if these moves can help put the Blue Jays into a World Series. The Green Zone

It's that time again here on the Evan Bra...wait a minute. Hold up! This isn't the Evan Bray Show! Oooooh that's right! Green & White Prognostications are on The Green Zone today! Get ready for your cue to call and have your winning scores ready! Who will win between the Saskatchewan Roughriders & Montreal Alouettes? The Green Zone

We continue our NFL training camp tour with a stop in Seattle! The Seahawks just missed a playoff appearance last season. We chat with Seahawks analyst, and former Seahawk, Dave Wyman, if the offseason changes are enough to get the team back into the playoffs. The Green Zone

The 6-1 Saskatchewan Roughriders will head to Montreal to take on the Alouettes on Saturday. Jamie Nye and Britton Gray preview the game, take a look at the injuries the Riders are dealing with and go around the CFL. The Green Zone

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have their 6-1 record on the line in Montreal as they take on the Alouettes. Before the Riders fly out tomorrow, Britton caught up with Coach Mace before the road trip begins. The Green Zone

The Cincinnati Bengals struggled last season with starting hot in a lot of games. Can Joe Burrows help his team leave last years early game struggles in 2024? Will we see the Bengals in the playoffs this year? The Green Zone

This Saturday night's game between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Montreal Alouettes is the must-see game of the week! The Alouettes are without their starting quarterback again this week. Can the Als get the job done against CFL leaders? The Green Zone

The Saskatoon Berries have been the hottest team in the WCBL all season long. With the playoffs right around the corner, we check in with Berries President, Steve Hildebrand, on the success of the season and their hopes in the playoffs. I tried to make some sort of jam joke but I couldn't think of something. I love raspberry jam though. The Green Zone

20 years ago today the Pittsburgh Penguins drafted Sidney Crosby. Where do you put Sidney Crosby in the list of greatest hockey players of all time? Is he in your top 5? The Green Zone

2024 was the first winning season for the Denver Broncos since 2016. The Broncos earned a playoff appearance last season and the fans want to see a deeper playoff run this year. Rick Lewis joins us from Broncos training camp with a preview of what 2025 could look like. The Green Zone

Darrell Davis weighs in on the battle between the Riders and Alouettes this weekend, the Stampeders may be in trouble without their starting QB, ongoing gambling investigations in baseball and should the wave stay or go at Riders games. The Green Zone

The Saskatchewan Roughriders were back on the practice field today as they prepare to face the Montreal Alouettes on Saturday! Green Zone Rider Reporter, Britton Gray, has the update from practice. Who was seeing action on the field and who was absent? Let's find out together! The Green Zone

The Toronto Argos are going to be without their top quarterback, Chad Kelly, for at least 5 more weeks with a foot injury. Nick Arbuckle has been leading the Argos but the results haven't been great this season. Ben Grant takes a look at what the Argos need to improve on to get some wins again. The Green Zone

Former Chicago Bear, Tom Thayer joins the Green Zone with the latest from the Chicago Bears training camp! Caleb Williams is in his sophomore year as Bears QB and fans are looking for big improvements from last season. The Green Zone

It's the last week of the WCBL season and the Red Sox are battling to clinch a final playoff spot. We connect with Coach Pothakos before the Red Sox faceoff with Moose Jaw. The Green Zone

Our NFL Training Camp tour continues with a stop in Kansas City! We chat with Chiefs analyst, Danan Hughes, as the Chiefs begin to prepare for another run to the Super Bowl. The Green Zone

The Toronto Blue Jays are the best team in the Majors right now. Their bats have been working and the pitching has been sitting batters down. The MLB trade deadline is this Thursday. Do the Jays need to make a trade? Call 1-877-332-8255! The Green Zone

Belton Johnson gives his final thoughts on the Riders win over the Elks this past Friday. Will the Riders truly be tested by Montreal this Saturday? The Green Zone

Can the Minnesota Vikings improve on last years season impressive season. Last year the team started 11-2 and earned a playoff appearance. We talk to Pete Bercich from Vikings training camp today! The Green Zone

Brenden Escott dives into the Saskatchewan Roughriders' 2025 season with The Green Zone host Jamie Nye in this all-access look at one of the CFL's most talked-about teams. With Corey Mace leading a new era in Regina, we break down what's driving the Riders' early success, the transformation of the locker room culture, and how the team is reconnecting with Rider Nation on and off the field. Jamie offers insight into the impact of players like A.J. Ouellette and which players are quietly becoming stars in green and white. We also discuss how Saskatchewan stacks up in the West Division race, how Mosaic Stadium is regaining its home-field swagger, and what the path to the Grey Cup looks like in 2025. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just watching from afar, this conversation captures the pulse of Riderville right now — full of optimism, intensity, and high expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We check in with San Jose Sharks television color analyst and Green Zone NHL analyst Drew Remenda! What was his reaction to the verdict in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial and will those players be back in the NHL? Also, Drew's reaction to the passing of pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan. The Green Zone

The current radio color analyst for the Detroit Lions joins The Green Zone for a season outlook on the Lions! After a home playoff loss to the Washington Commanders last season and both coordinators departing for head coaching gigs, can the Lions maintain their spot as one of the top teams in the NFL? The Green Zone

Maddox Schultz, the Regina Pats first overall pick this year has just finished participating in the 2025 national under-17 team development camp. The camp took place from July 19th to 23rd in Oakville, Ontario and is the beginning stage of evaluating players for Team Canada at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge. Maddox joins Jamie and Locker to talk about his experience. The Green Zone

Our sports business expert Tom Mayenknecht is in for a discussion on the business of sports! The Green Zone

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to improve on their 5-1 record to begin the 2025 season with a showdown against the Edmonton Elks. Jamie Nye and Britton Gray preview the game, discuss the recent injuries plauging the team and go around the entire CFL. The Green Zone

Can Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills finally get over the hump this year and deliver a Super Bowl championship to Bills mafia? Or will they play second fiddle once again to the Kansas City Chiefs? Alaina Getzenberg, Buffalo Bills reporter for ESPN joins Jamie and Locker for a season outlook as we continue or NFL preview series! The Green Zone

Our Green Zone Football Insider Dave Naylor checks in to discuss all things CFL! Did the Edmonton Elks make the right move going to Cody Fajardo at QB for Friday's game? Should DaShaun Amos have been suspended for his hit on Ottawa QB Dru Brown? The Green Zone

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Bill Rawls, a physician with 40 years of experience who shifted his focus to herbal therapy after facing chronic illness himself. Bill shares his inspiring wellness journey from traditional medicine to discovering the healing potential of herbs, especially for chronic diseases like Lyme disease. We delve into the five stress factors affecting cellular health—nutritional, toxic, and physical stress, as well as the importance of downtime and microbial influences. Bill explains how herbs can serve as cell protectants, promoting recovery without the side effects associated with pharmaceuticals. If you're looking to understand how herbs can play a crucial role in your healing journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

Send us a textIn this episode of The MLO Project, Frazier and Michael get real about the shift happening in the mortgage industry—and what it means for your mindset.They spotlight how newer loan officers, unchained from the “way it used to be,” are taking massive action and winning. Meanwhile, seasoned pros stuck in old habits are falling behind.The hosts break down why mindset resets are no longer optional and how experienced LOs can pivot to stay relevant and competitive. They also reflect on lessons from the TAG event and the Green Zone live experience, sharing stories, strategies, and honest encouragement.It's a wake-up call: change is here. The only question is—are you adapting or holding yourself back?Tune in and find out.Join our HighLevel Facebook GroupTMP is presented by: Empower LOConnect with us at mloproject@empowerlo.com

How can you find your “green zone” and stay grounded during times of stress?Why does leadership quality matter — especially during transformations?My guest on this episode is Dianne Armstrong, President, Armstrong Performance ConsultingDuring our conversation Dianne and I discuss:Why leadership gaps matter and how overlooking poor leadership can cost organizations dearly.Why leadership development can be a significant driver of business transformation.What "green zone leadership" is and how leaders can stay grounded during times of organizational chaos.How chronic stress affects the brain, decision-making, and leadership behavior—and what leaders can do about it.The practical strategies HR leaders and executives can use to shift out of the "red zone" and into the "green zone."Connecting with Dianne: Connect with Dianne Armstrong on LinkedInLearn more about Armstrong Performance ConsultingEpisode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leadersHR Leader's Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.Succession Planning Playbook: In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.

I've been on a mission to use my phone way less this year, sparked by reading The Anxious Generation and that magical Disney World trip where I barely touched my phone. The solution? iPhone focus modes - my secret weapon for controlling the fire hose of information instead of letting it control me.Think about it: you finally sit down to get some real work done, and your phone starts buzzing with calendar alerts, group chats going off, and random notifications. It's enough to make you want to throw it out the window.Focus modes let you take back control by choosing exactly who and what can reach you in different contexts.I've crafted focus modes for every part of my day - from the gym to my ultra-strict "Green Zone" mode for deep work (where I can literally only see time tracking widgets). Each mode has custom home screens, specific apps, and even changes my Apple Watch face to match what I'm doing.*Want a peek into how I've created more time? Check out my free automations database and AI swipe file at https://casabona.org/streamlined*Top TakeawaysFocus modes are custom "Do Not Disturb" profiles that let you control which people and apps can interrupt you based on what you're doing - think of them as digital boundaries for different parts of your day.You can automate focus modes to turn on based on time, location, or when you open specific apps, so you don't have to remember to switch them manually (my fitness mode turns on when I get to the gym, personal mode kicks in at 6 PM).The goal isn't to be unreachable, it's to be present - focus modes help you context switch with intention instead of fighting your phone for the ability to concentrate on what matters in that moment.Show NotesScreenshots: Lock Screens | Home Screens | Focus ModesThe Anxious GenerationScreenTime+OpalFlightyFitBodEcamm LiveFantasticalThe BrickMy 2025 Yearly ThemeLeave Feedback at https://streamlinedfeedback.comCheck out all of my shows at https://network.streamlined.fm ★ Support this podcast ★

In part three of Remember Shuffle's ongoing series on the Iraq War, the Shuffle Bois turn their investigative eyes to the CPA and the first year of the occupation. They close out by reviewing The Green Zone, a very weak attempt to fictionalize the story of Green Zone: Imperial Life in the Emerald City.Baghdad Burning Blog: https://riverbendblog.blogspot.com/Give Remember Shuffle a follow on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ And on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@RememberShufflePod⁠⁠⁠⁠ to interact with the show between episodes. It also makes it easier to book guests.  Join the patreon to support the shuffle bois and for an extra episode per month at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/RememberShuffle