Podcasts about strategic influence

Mastering Financial Storytelling for Strategic Influence in Corporate FinanceIn this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we explore one of the most critical yet overlooked skills in mid-career finance: financial storytelling. For professionals in FP&A, strategic finance, treasury, and corporate development, the ability to move beyond analysis and shape narratives that influence decisions is becoming essential for visibility and impact. This episode equips you with actionable strategies to communicate your insights clearly, drive better outcomes, and position yourself as a strategic partner within your organization.

How do you navigate organisational change and build strategic partnerships? In this episode, I'm joined by Emma Duke and Chaya Mistry, communications experts who empower in-house teams to lead change and influence stakeholders. From their unique blend of coaching and PR expertise, they share how to overcome resistance, foster trust, and drive impact in today's fast-evolving business landscape.What You'll LearnHuman-Centred Leadership: Put people at the core of change.Strategic Influence: Build partnerships through listening and presence.Overcoming Barriers: Navigate red tape with curiosity and coaching.Systemic Thinking: Align teams for organisation-wide impact.Emma and Chaya's insights reveal how curiosity and connection can transform challenges into opportunities, one conversation at a time.Marketing Vs The World is produced by Urban Podcasts.

David Flavell, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at PepsiCo, shares practical, hard-earned insights from a legal career that has spanned the globe—from Melbourne to Shanghai, Dubai to New York—culminating in one of the most senior legal roles in the Fortune 50.Now leading a global legal function of 500+ professionals, David speaks candidly about how in-house lawyers can step into a more strategic mindset. He explains why legal leaders must go beyond technical skill and embrace being seen as commercial operators—riding potato trucks (literally), working side-by-side with business teams, and asking the questions no one expects lawyers to ask: “How's the business doing?”David unpacks what it really means to be a strategic partner, how to balance legal risk with business ambition, and why “being liquid and filling the gaps” is one of the most valuable habits a legal leader can develop. From navigating cultural differences to crisis management and AI readiness, this episode is packed with practical guidance for lawyers who want to lead, not just advise.About Heriot Brown: At Heriot Brown, we help lawyers find fulfilment in their careers. Beyond recruitment, we foster a thriving community of in-house legal professionals who share insights, experiences, and growth opportunities.

Thought leaders don't just share expertise—they create new mental maps that redefine success. In this episode, we explore how the greatest thought leaders are like master mapmakers, charting new paths, shaping audience perception, and transforming industries. Traditional thought leadership focuses on demonstrating expertise, but true influence comes from shifting mental models, giving people the tools to see and achieve what was once invisible. What this episode will do for you: - Discover the power of mental models and how they shape audience behavior. - Learn why repackaging old ideas isn't enough—true impact comes from exploring the uncharted. - Understand how market leaders don't just compete—they redefine industry thinking. - Shift from content creation to systemic influence, structuring thought leadership for lasting impact. - Find out how you can position yourself as the trusted guide in your field by leading the way in perspective shifts. For a curated transcript and links to free offers and resources, visit the episode page: The Mapmaker's Adventure in Thought Leadership - https://www.thoughtleadershipstudio.com/B/Podcast/The-Mapmakers-Adventure-in-Thought-Leadership

What does it mean to navigate life's betrayals while chasing personal growth? Join us with special guest, rapper Finesse Two Times, as he shares his compelling journey of transformation from incarceration to creating music that resonates with profound life lessons. Finesse opens up about how he harnessed the universe's energy to manifest pivotal moments in his life, favoring its power over traditional religious beliefs. Intrigued by the strategic insights of the classic "Art of War," he discusses how these ancient principles influenced his work and provided moral guidance in tough times, all of which is reflected in his music.Relationships, with all their loyalty and betrayal, are at the heart of our conversation. We dive into the challenges of balancing forgiveness with self-preservation, exploring the thin line between protecting one's peace and missing out on opportunities by cutting people off too soon. Finesse draws fascinating parallels between personal connections and business decisions, offering insights on the necessity of boundaries and the struggle with mind games. His candid reflections provide a fresh perspective on dealing with new acquaintances versus maintaining familiar ties, highlighting the impact of betrayal and how it shapes our emotional landscape.Throughout our discussion, personal growth and the lessons learned from relationships stand as recurring themes. We explore the dynamics of dating preferences, the influence of partners' advice that aligns with personal goals, and the societal expectations women face in the music industry. As the episode progresses, Finesse Two Times reflects on the nostalgic memories tied to music, emphasizing self-compassion and understanding that growth comes at its own pace. Tune in to discover how Finesse's experiences have not only shaped his music but continue to offer valuable lessons in self-acceptance and mutual growth.Talk Soon! ✌

Why it matters: Communicators often get stuck in tactical roles, but real value comes from strategic influence. In this episode, Bronagh Hanley, Partner & CCO at Preface Global, shares how she built influence at companies like Netflix and Discovery, and how you can too.Key takeaways:Ask "why" to uncover the strategy behind every communication.Build C-suite relationships by proving the business value of comms.Learn how one strategic move can shift your entire career.Go deeper: Listen to Bronagh's insights on shaping corporate communication into a business-driving force.

In episode 20 of season 2, we sit down with Shivani Berry, CEO and founder of Arise Leadership, a program dedicated to helping women advance in their careers and excel in leadership roles.   In this episode, Shivani delves into the key leadership skills that professionals must master to succeed, including strategic influence and getting buy-in from dominant personalities. She also explores the importance of becoming a "feedback magnet" and the power of using reflection to overcome imposter syndrome.  With practical examples and actionable insights, Shivani explains how leaders can create a culture of development within their teams and organizations. She also shares her personal journey of transitioning from tech management to founding Arise Leadership, and the challenges she faced along the way. Tune in to learn Shivani's unique frameworks for leadership growth, strategies for navigating complex work environments, and how to unlock your full potential as a leader.  You'll find this episode valuable if you're looking to improve your leadership skills and drive success in your organization! . . . Like this episode? Be sure to leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review and share the podcast with your colleagues. . . . TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [02:41] Mastering strategic influence is critical for leadership  [06:36] Getting buy-in from dominant personalities [09:15] Building trust and credibility [12:45] Why leaders fail to get buy-in and how to avoid them [18:46] Techniques for effective reflection [19:28] How to consistently receive high-quality feedback [32:18] Senior leadership challenges [34:02] Turning self-doubt into leadership strength [41:10] How organizations can support and accelerate the growth of women in leadership  

Welcome to Growthmates with Kate Syuma — Growth advisor, previously Head of Growth Design at Miro. I'm building Growthmates as a place to connect with inspiring leaders to help you grow yourself and your product. Here you can learn how companies like Dropbox, Adobe, Canva, Loom, and many more are building excellent products and growth culture. Get all episodes and a free playbook for Growth teams on our brand-new website — growthamtes.club, and press follow to support us on your favorite platforms.Listen now and subscribe on your favorite platforms — Apple, Spotify, or watch on YouTube (new!).In this episode, we chat with Randy, Head of Design at Notion. Join us as we explore Randy's incredible journey from crypto and coffee startups to becoming the Head of Design at Notion. He shares how he blends craftsmanship, simplicity, and user-centered design into Notion's core values. Randy also provides valuable insights into the balance of functionality and emotional design, his approach to building talent-dense teams, and how to foster creativity within high-performing groups.—Brought to you by Command.ai — a user-focused platform offering an alternative to traditional popups or chatbots. Their AI “Copilot” answers questions, performs actions, and simplifies complex tasks. Use “Nudges” to guide users with timely, relevant messages, all within a no-code platform. Perfect for Product, Support, and Marketing teams to positively influence user behavior while respecting their needs: —Key highlights from this episode

Ag Done Different Newsletter: https://agtechmarketinginsights.substack.com/"Reclaim Your Market Power: The Agribusiness Blueprint for Strategic Influence" : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aO__6x2ze9QSe_e7jyWvCKJzh-4-I7yW/view?usp=drivesdkSchultz Collaborative: https://www.schultzcollaborative.com/As lead category designer at Schultz Collaborative, Dan Schultz helps agtech companies around the world design their category and think differently about how they commercialize their products.Dan is vehemently opposed to telling boring stories, sales pitches thoughtlessly read off spec sheets, oversold technobabble, undersold innovation, and venture money wasted on vanity marketing metrics. Dan helps companies stop droning on about incremental improvement and start building movements.He is the author of the weekly newsletter Ag Done Different. You can read his full weekly newsletter at agtechmarketinginsights.substack.com

What You'll Learn: In this episode, hosts Catherine McDonald and Patrick Adams discuss the importance of strategic influence in Lean adoption, highlighting the need to show rather than tell, celebrate small victories, involve people in decision-making, and connect the dots between actions and outcomes.   By engaging employees and demonstrating the impact of changes at personal, team, and organizational levels, leaders can foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive sustainable change.  About the Guest:  Catherine McDonald is a Lean and Leadership Coach with MCD Consulting, her own business since 2018. She specializes in Lean deployment across various non-manufacturing sectors, employing a strategic, enthusiastic, and empathetic approach. Using collaborative methods, Catherine guides individuals and organizations from short-term reactive working to long-term strategic thinking. Patrick Adams is an internationally recognized leadership coach, consultant and professional speaker. He is best known for his unique human approach to sound team building practices, creating consensus and enabling empowerment. Patrick has been delivering bottom-line results through specialized process improvement solutions for over 20 years. He's worked with all types of businesses from private, non-profit, government, and manufacturing ranging from small business to billion-dollar corporations. Patrick is an Author of the best selling book, Avoiding the Continuous Appearance Trap.  Links: ⁠⁠Click Here For Catherine McDonald's LinkedIn⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here For Patrick Adams' LinkedIn⁠   For Feedback, Email jr.adams@findleansolutions.com   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansolutions/support

The Cognitive Crucible is a forum that presents different perspectives and emerging thought leadership related to the information environment. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of or endorsement by the Information Professionals Association. During this episode, Bob Jones returns to the Cognitive Crucible to discuss strategic influence and how the United States is at a crossroads. Additionally, we revisit Bob's previous Cognitive Crucible appearance and discuss the importance of governance and taking other people's perspectives. Research Question: Bob Jones suggests as interested student examine:  Is political conflict internal to a single system inherently different than political conflict between two or more systems; and if so, how, why and so what? How is the modern Chinese effort to expand their sovereignty to match their expanded power distinct from, or similar to, the US efforts to do the same in the 1890 to 1914 timeframe? If one expands the definition of unconventional warfare (UW) to the leveraging of foreign political grievances to advance or secure one's interests, do al Qaeda and ISIS conduct UW? Does the presence of absence of violence lend strategic insight to the nature of a political competition/conflict? If one accepts that AQ and ISIS wage UW campaigns, how does one best disrupt, defeat, or render irrelevant their efforts? Is counterinsurgency best thought of as a purely domestic, civilian-led activity; where, as in all domestic emergencies, the military is always in support, last in and first out? It has been offered that internal, revolutionary insurgency differs from democracy only in legality; and that causation is rooted in how some distinct demographic feels about the governance affecting their lives.  How does this perspective affect counterinsurgency operations? Resources: Cognitive Crucible Podcast Episodes Mentioned #56 Bob Jones on Governance Emerging Strategic & Geopolitical Challenges: Operational Implications for US Combatant Commands (Volume III) U.S. Command Perspectives on Campaigning in Support of Integrated Deterrence (Volume IV) Casebooks on insurgency On Guerrilla Warfare by Mao Tse-tung Counterinsurgency Warfare: Theory and Practice by David Galula Fighting Talk: Forty Maxims on War, Peace, and Strategy by Colin Gray The Ugly American by William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick The Summer of 1787: The Men Who Invented The Constitution by David O. Stewart Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation by Joseph J. Ellis How to Think Like Einstein: Simple Ways to Break the Rules and Discover Your Hidden Genius by Scott Thorpe The Age of the Unthinkable:  Why the New World Disorder Constantly Surprises Us and What We Can Do About It by Joshua Cooper Ramo Guns, Germs, and Steele: The Fates of Human Societies by Jared Diamond Ph.D. The Art of War by Sun Tzu Link to full show notes and resources https://information-professionals.org/episode/cognitive-crucible-episode-176 Guest Bio:  Mr. Robert Jones is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces Colonel; a former Deputy District Attorney; a Fellow with the Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS), and the Senior Strategist at U.S. Special Operations Command.  Currently serving as a member of the SOCOM J5 Donovan Group, Mr. Jones is responsible for leading innovative thinking on the strategic environment and understanding how it impacts factors critical to national security, such as competition, the character of conflict, deterrence and societal stability. Mr. Robert Jones is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces Colonel; a former Deputy District Attorney; and the Senior Strategist at U.S. Special Operations Command.  Currently serving as a member of the SOCOM J5 Donovan Group, Mr. Jones is responsible for leading innovative thinking on the strategic environment and understanding how it impacts factors critical to national security, such as competition, the character of conflict, deterrence and societal stability. Mr. Jones's principle focus is on the fundamental human aspects of political conflict. In a rapidly evolving strategic environment, good strategy is rooted in understanding what remains constant and why; while good tactics demands a realistic appreciation for what is different or changed. Successful campaigning demands a fusion of the two. He enjoys “wire brushing” concepts by routinely standing in front of tough audiences.  None of these is tougher than those he faces in his role as a fixture in the Joint Special Operations University's Enlisted Academy, applying a commonsense perspective to bring our most experienced Special Operators strategic insights they can actually use. This is also the third consecutive year that Mr. Jones has addressed the Air War College class during the Operational Design phase of their curriculum, sharing practical insights gleaned from his experiences. He has been a featured speaker at Universities as storied as Oxford, St Andrews, Stanford and Harvard; and has led professional development events with operational units across the SOCOM enterprise. Mr. Jones is also a Fellow with the Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS). About: The Information Professionals Association (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring the role of information activities, such as influence and cognitive security, within the national security sector and helping to bridge the divide between operations and research. Its goal is to increase interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars and practitioners and policymakers with an interest in this domain. For more information, please contact us at communications@information-professionals.org. Or, connect directly with The Cognitive Crucible podcast host, John Bicknell, on LinkedIn. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, 1) IPA earns from qualifying purchases, 2) IPA gets commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

Welcome to the intricate world of strategic influence, a realm where leadership, ethics, and purpose converge to shape the course of impactful decision-making and lasting relationships. In this dynamic landscape, individuals adept at strategic influence navigate the delicate balance between survival mentality, authentic connection, and the visionary leadership necessary to guide teams and organisations. As we delve into this concept, we explore the transformative journey of Gary C. Laney, a seasoned entrepreneur, and author, whose experiences serve as a compass for understanding the power and potential of strategic influence. Get ready for an enlightening exploration of the principles that drive success, foster genuine connections, and leave a lasting impact on individuals, organisations, and the global business ecosystem. [00:34] - About Gary C Laney Gary is the Chief Executive Officer of Success Masters.  He has won two times as a best-selling author. His latest book is titled,  “Power of Strategic Influence.” He is a former high-tech software executive and a former co-founder and CEO of trust equity. Gary is a serial entrepreneur for 20 businesses.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tbcy/support

Gary C. Laney is CEO of Success Masters, #1 bestselling author, former high-tech software executive, former co-Founder and CEO of Trustegrity, a startup investor, and a serial entrepreneur for 20 businesses. Gary has been recognized as a top presenter, motivating tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and salespeople. Prior to his entrepreneurial run, Gary spent 25 years as an executive in corporate high-tech and commercial publishing, including for a public company where he was VP of Sales and one of four members that made up the office of the president. He is known for his ability to turn around sales organizations, struggling businesses, and create dramatic revenue growth. Gary has a triple major MBA from Northwestern Kellogg in finance, marketing, and policy. He served a mission in Seville, Spain, and is the author of The Power of Strategic Influence! 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders. Highlights 01:45 Kurt introduces Gary and his professional background 03:10 Early on in his career, Gary has received mentorship from some very influential people, such as Steven Covey and President Monson. 06:00 The impact of Steven Covey 07:00 Principles that Gary learned from Steven Covey and President Monson 09:10 Begin with the end in mind. Sticking to tasks and finishing them. 11:00 Gary talks about his book, The Power of Strategic Influence. It's about helping people solve problems and maximizing your potential as a person. 15:00 In callings in the Church we need to start by thinking of what we want the end result to be. The principle of beginning with the end in mind. 19:45 Influence takes work to really earn it. The title of influence cannot be self proclaimed. The same goes for the title of leader or bishop. It's bestowed on you by the people. 21:30 If you want to have influence then give first. 23:40 How do we find balance in giving? Gary shares a story from his mission. They focused first on making people's day better instead of only focusing on a lesson or people joining the church. 27:00 Servant leadership. A true leader is someone that is barely noticed. There is a lot of ego in leadership and we want to be noticed. We have to be ok with not being recognized for our work. 29:30 Gary shares an experience from his mission in Spain. Not pushing someone into baptism but holding space for them until they were truly ready. 34:00 Gary's six spheres Sphere 1 - Perspective - Counting the costs up front, committing, and not looking back Sphere 2 - Accountability - People trust you Sphere 3 - Relationships - People trust and want to follow you Sphere 4 - Become a leader - You accept the role Sphere 5 - Opportunity to influence people Sphere 6 - Give back - Not just physical things but consoling, listening, and loving others 37:15 The two successful factors of accountability are 1. Accepting personal responsibility. 2. To become responsible and self reliant. 41:30 How to help with apathy and stimulate accountability in an elders quorum 46:30 Gary talks about the new book he is working on. 51:50 What Gary has learned from being a leader Links The Power of Strategic Influence! 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders GaryCLaney.com Read the TRANSCRIPT of this podcast Watch on YouTube Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library The Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Anthony Sweat,

Gary C. Laney is CEO of Success Masters, #1 bestselling author, former high-tech software executive, former co-Founder and CEO of Trustegrity, a startup investor, and a serial entrepreneur for 20 businesses. Gary has been recognized as a top presenter, motivating tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and salespeople. Prior to his entrepreneurial run, Gary spent 25 years as an executive in corporate high-tech and commercial publishing, including for a public company where he was VP of Sales and one of four members that made up the office of the president. He is known for his ability to turn around sales organizations, struggling businesses, and create dramatic revenue growth. Gary has a triple major MBA from Northwestern Kellogg in finance, marketing, and policy. He served a mission in Seville, Spain, and is the author of The Power of Strategic Influence! 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders. Highlights 01:45 Kurt introduces Gary and his professional background 03:10 Early on in his career, Gary has received mentorship from some very influential people, such as Steven Covey and President Monson. 06:00 The impact of Steven Covey 07:00 Principles that Gary learned from Steven Covey and President Monson 09:10 Begin with the end in mind. Sticking to tasks and finishing them. 11:00 Gary talks about his book, The Power of Strategic Influence. It's about helping people solve problems and maximizing your potential as a person. 15:00 In callings in the Church we need to start by thinking of what we want the end result to be. The principle of beginning with the end in mind. 19:45 Influence takes work to really earn it. The title of influence cannot be self proclaimed. The same goes for the title of leader or bishop. It's bestowed on you by the people. 21:30 If you want to have influence then give first. 23:40 How do we find balance in giving? Gary shares a story from his mission. They focused first on making people's day better instead of only focusing on a lesson or people joining the church. 27:00 Servant leadership. A true leader is someone that is barely noticed. There is a lot of ego in leadership and we want to be noticed. We have to be ok with not being recognized for our work. 29:30 Gary shares an experience from his mission in Spain. Not pushing someone into baptism but holding space for them until they were truly ready. 34:00 Gary's six spheres Sphere 1 - Perspective - Counting the costs up front, committing, and not looking back Sphere 2 - Accountability - People trust you Sphere 3 - Relationships - People trust and want to follow you Sphere 4 - Become a leader - You accept the role Sphere 5 - Opportunity to influence people Sphere 6 - Give back - Not just physical things but consoling, listening, and loving others 37:15 The two successful factors of accountability are 1. Accepting personal responsibility. 2. To become responsible and self reliant. 41:30 How to help with apathy and stimulate accountability in an elders quorum 46:30 Gary talks about the new book he is working on. 51:50 What Gary has learned from being a leader Links The Power of Strategic Influence! 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders GaryCLaney.com TRANSCRIPT coming soon Watch on YouTube Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library The Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III,

Gary C. Laney is the CEO of Success Masters, a bestselling author, and a serial entrepreneur. With 20 startup businesses under his belt, including taking a company public, Gary has a wealth of experience in industries like business networking, online media, e-commerce, and intellectual property. He's also recognized as a dynamic speaker who has motivated thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals. Here are the main takeaways from this episode: Lessons from growing up in a family retail business: Gary gained valuable insights into running a business through his family's retail chain.Mentoring by his mom: Gary's mother taught him the importance of treating people kindly and building strong relationships.Learning from his dad: Gary's father, a former military officer, instilled in him values of integrity, honesty, and hard work.Personal stories of honesty and integrity: Gary shares how his father taught him the importance of honesty, even allowing him to experience jail time as a lesson.Integrity builds trust: Gary emphasizes that integrity is essential for building trust and shares how it prepared him to run a business at a young age.Ethical decision-making in corporate life: Gary recounts a situation where he made a moral decision that cost him his job but believes his father would be proud of his honesty.Transition to entrepreneurship: Gary describes his journey from a high-tech VP of Sales to entrepreneurship, facing financial challenges but leveraging skills learned from his father and corporate experience to succeed.Writing "The Power of Strategic Influence": Gary shares his motivation for writing his book on strategic influence.Strategic Influence vs. other types of influence: Gary explains the concept of strategic influence and how it differs from other forms of influence.The 6 Spheres of Strategic Influence: Gary provides an overview of the six spheres of strategic influence.The 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders: Gary highlights ten success factors that highly influential leaders possess.Preview of the upcoming book on Leadership Mastery: Gary gives a glimpse into his upcoming book focused on the top 13 competencies of leadership mastery. This episode is packed with gems! I learned so much from Gary. I think Gary is a great addition to the show! Please let me know if you would like to see Gary come back to talk in detail regarding the points listed above. I just received his book! It is fire! Go pick it up. Click the link to purchase The Power Of Strategic Influence: https://www.amazon.com/gp/buy/spc/handlers/display.html?_from=cheetah Subscribe to the podcast today to gain insights from Gary and other exceptional guests. Don't miss out on future episodes that cover entrepreneurship, leadership, and strategic influence. Join a community of motivated individuals seeking personal and professional growth.

What exactly is political intelligence? And why is it important to have in the workplace?In Episode 130, Cari Guittard, Chief Strategy Officer & Partner at ChangeX & purposewerx and Leadership Professor at Hult International Business School, joins Melinda in a conversation around the constructive approach to addressing politics within the workplace. Drawing from her multiple experiences in the DEI, ESG, and political fields, Cari delves into practical tools to develop our political intelligence. She discusses why this skill set can be necessary for advancing our careers and positioning ourselves as purpose-driven leaders, the importance of curiosity in political conversations, and how it can enhance our situational awareness to adapt effectively to moments of transition or crisis. She also taps into how organizations can respond to anti-wokeness in a way that opens the door for creativity and creates positive change at work. About Cari Guittard (she/her)Strategic purpose design, global thought leadership and high velocity social impact. The Un-Guided Missile. A nickname given to me by one of my former bosses and mentors for my relentless approach to connection, collaboration, and driving impact. From corporate diplomacy, political intelligence, foresight and futures strategy, women's leadership/gender intelligent design, ESG, DE&I, and next gen efforts. My brain is most on fire when I am engaged with clients building, branding and leveraging unique multi-discipline tri-sector partnerships (between government agencies, NGOs, companies and private citizens) to develop solutions to complex and urgent problems. Award-Winning Professor. Keynote Speaker & Facilitator. Ghost Writer. Brand & Thought LeadershipAn endless collector and distiller of wisdom and knowledge wherever I find it. Am most known for my work as a speaker, facilitator, and writer even though I am also at home as a strategist, data analyst and researcher. I learned branding and the creative discipline directly from working with legends, seasoned leaders, and boards in the Advertising, Marketing and the Global PR space. Keith Reinhard, Charlotte Beers, Alan Siegel, and many others.Purposeful, Practical, GlobalIn 2018, 2020, and 2021 Hult San Francisco awarded me The Most Inspirational Faculty and Faculty of the Year. I develop and teach graduate leadership courses as well as electives in Political Intelligence for Work, Strategic Influence & Persuasion, Gender Intelligence, Crisis Management & International Negotiations.For educational resources from this episode, visit empovia.co.Connect With CariLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cariguittard/Connect With UsYouTube: youtube.com/@empoviaTwitter: twitter.com/empoviacoFacebook: facebook.com/empoviaInstagram: instagram.com/empoviaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/empoviaProduction TeamCreator & Host: Melinda Briana EplerCo-Producers: Renzo Santos & Christina Swindlehurst ChanPodcast Rocket: Rob Scheerbarth & Nina Rugeles[Image description: LEA promo and photos of Cari Guittard, a White, cis gender female photographed in black and white with long blonde hair and dark button up shirt; and host Melinda Briana Epler, a White woman with blonde and red hair, glasses, red shirt, and black jacket.]Support the show

Ahora sí, el episodio que tantos (o algunos... o más ben pocos) estaban esperando: Más de una hora de charla ¡A lo Bestia! dedicada a uno de los más grandes en los tarros, el trascendental Mike Portnoy.En el episodio CXXXV analizamos el aporte de Mike a algunos de los proyectos en los que ha trabajado, bandas de varios géneros nunca antes propuestas en este podcast.Episodio grabado el 04 de abril de 2023.Escuchen la lista de reproducción (playlist) de este episodio en:- Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzEUmf3C1pXEQTeRFqrM5kYfqznlntugL- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Uyi7zQp7GdiEUwROMzYHx?si=4d9adec5402843b0Artistas y canciones analizadas en este episodio:MIKE PORTNOYJohn Arch - Relentless [Twist of Fate 'single', 2003]OSI - OSI [Office of Strategic Influence, 2003]S.A. Adams - Paste the Glass [Unearthed, 2010]Flying Colors - A Place In Your World [Second Nature, 2014]Bigelf - Alien Frequency [Into the Maelstrom, 2014]Metal Allegiance - Gift of Pain feat. Randy Blythe [Metal Allegiance, 2015]BPMD - Toys in the Attic [American Made, 2020]The Neal Morse Band - Not Afraid, Pt. 2 [Innocence & Danger, 2021]

Endorsement Video by Kevin Harrington, Shark Tank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypL28ArdcKo Our guest today, Gary C. Laney says, “Your sphere of influence is the essential ingredient in your recipe for success, respect, and a legacy." Gary Laney is a 2X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, former high-tech executive, CEO of Success Masters, and a dynamic speaker who has inspired tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, and business and sales professionals with personal and professional success training. His national best-selling book, The Power of Strategic Influence, delivers powerful insights and wisdom on the value and need for human influence. Packed with treasured stories that bring to life his visionary spheres of leadership, relationships, perspective and more, his book will inspire and influence you to live your greatest life. http://www.GaryCLaney.com To learn more about his book, visit: http://ThePowerofStrategicInfluence.com SAMPLE VIDEOS: Samples from a recent keynote and in-person podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiGYGoSqeP8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrVYvjpM_PI&t=29s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXJJjfM1_0Y Recent In-Person Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtqScRDUVxg

Endorsement Video by Kevin Harrington, Shark Tank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypL28ArdcKo Our guest today, Gary C. Laney says, “Your sphere of influence is the essential ingredient in your recipe for success, respect, and a legacy." Gary Laney is a 2X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, former high-tech executive, CEO of Success Masters, and a dynamic speaker who has inspired tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, and business and sales professionals with personal and professional success training. His national best-selling book, The Power of Strategic Influence, delivers powerful insights and wisdom on the value and need for human influence. Packed with treasured stories that bring to life his visionary spheres of leadership, relationships, perspective and more, his book will inspire and influence you to live your greatest life. http://www.GaryCLaney.com To learn more about his book, visit: http://ThePowerofStrategicInfluence.com SAMPLE VIDEOS: Samples from a recent keynote and in-person podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiGYGoSqeP8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrVYvjpM_PI&t=29s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXJJjfM1_0Y Recent In-Person Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtqScRDUVxg

This event is part of the Student Speaker Lecture Series and was recorded live at The Institute of World Politics in Washington, D.C. on November 14, 2022. About the Lecture Navigating terrain is difficult. Navigating terrain in an unknown land, without a local guide, surrounded by hostile parties, in an arid climate, and dangerously low on supplies makes the journey significantly more perilous. However, the trek throughout these lands and the skills – both brain and brawn – needed to safely traverse a course back home requires unparalleled knowledge in how to adapt to and strategize for the usage of the geography around oneself. Utilizing the account of Xenophon's, and his fellow Greek mercenaries', trials throughout Anatolia and Mesopotamia at the turn of the 5th century B.C.E. helps illustrate the critical importance of geography. This talk looks at providing an analysis for an ancient account of strategy in unfamiliar territories to highlight those principles that transcend time and should be considered even in contemporary operations. About the Speaker Sean Honesty is an M.A. candidate in the Statecraft and National Security Affairs program with a concentration in Public Diplomacy and Strategic Influence. His primary interest of study centers around Mediterranean geopolitics, particularly concerning the cross-cultural challenges facing Europe and MENA, and their effects on U.S. national security considerations for the Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/ Make a gift to IWP: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E231090&id=18

My guest, Michael Bernoff, is an incredible speaker and the President & Founder of Human Communications Institute. Michael is a leader in the personal and professional development industry. He works directly with individuals and corporate executives who want to change their corporate culture for the better. On this episode of I Own It with Ben Reinberg we do a deep dive into his new book, *Average Sucks: Why You Don't Get What You Want (And What to Do About It)*. Michael shares his entrepreneurial journey, how to develop the average you want in your life, how to use the pain of obstacles, his secret to his success (and yours), and much more.

There's six essential ingredients in your recipe for success, respect, and a lasting legacy - according to this week's guest. Tune in as we welcome Gary C. Laney, #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author, motivational speaker, start-up inventor and serial entrepreneur to On Point. With almost three decades as a successful high-tech executive in the corporate world, you'll want to hear what he claims is the power of strategic influence and how to apply it to your own life journey. Tens of thousands of entrepreneurs and business professionals have been motivated and inspired by Gary, you won't want to miss out on being the next!

Gary Laney joins us today to discuss the deep connection between leadership, influence, and relationships.Gary is a two-times best-selling author, a Startup Entrepreneur, a former Hi-Tech Software Executive, Keynote Speaker, Founder of SBL Mastermind, and Former CEO of Trustegrity. Gary recently published "The Power Of Strategic Influence," a book where he sums up the most valuable lessons about leadership he gathered throughout his extensive and successful career in sales, management, and startups.In this episode, Gary shares his thoughts on how influential leaders can modify entire teams' performances and outcomes. We delve into his background and the values he learned from his parents that he applied to his life.We talk about his most recent book, why he decided to write it, how he dealt with the creative process, and which experiences inspired him the most for the job. Gary also talks about leadership, what attributes he believes every leader must have, and the importance of relationships, connections, and surrounding ourselves strategically with people that can add value.Tune in to Episode 339 and learn about Gary's unique view on leadership, values, and being a positive influence for those around us.Some Questions I Ask: Can you tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that significantly impacted you? (3:56)Tell us about your book. Why did you write it, and what's in it? (5:42)How do you define leadership? (8:18)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Gary talks about the process of writing his latest book (7:18)What every good leader must do (9:19)Why PDFs (Personal Driving Forces) are so crucial for leaders (11:48)The Strategic Influence Assessment matrix and how we can use it to improve our leadership (12:31)Gary shares some of the life lessons he got along the way that helped him polish his leadership abilities (19:35)Resources: Success MastersBook: Gary Laney - The Power of Strategic Influence!Connect with Gary: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteEmail: support@becomingyourbest.comBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Gary C. Laney, author of “The Power of Strategic Influence,” shares insight on how to make a difference in life, have positive influence over people, and create valuable personal and strategic relationships.

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Gary Laney joins the podcast, and we discuss relationships, influence, and some of the lessons he has learned during his storied career and from the many successful people in his amazing network of leaders. This is an episode you will absolutely want to hear and share! Please support our sponsors: http://www.saasalerts.com and http://www.csoadvisors.com.

Scott Ruston is a Research Professor with Arizona State University's Global Security Initiative, a university-wide interdisciplinary hub for researching complex challenges in the global security arena. He directs the Center on Narrative, Disinformation & Strategic Influence, leading research teams that combine humanities, social science and computer science in order to better understand manipulations of the information environment and develop technologies to identify malign influence activities. Also a member of ASU's Center for Strategic Communication, Professor Ruston's research focuses on the socio-cultural dimensions of the information domain. He has applied his expertise in narrative theory and media studies to a variety of counter violent extremism and counter violent extremist ideology research contexts, including: analysis of extremist narratives; strategies for counter or alternative narratives; and the neurobiology of narrative comprehension. He is co-author of Narrative Landmines: Rumors, Islamist Extremism and the Struggle for Strategic Influence (Rutgers University Press, 2012), as well as articles on strategic communication, extremist videos and the narrative potential of new media technologies.  He has presented widely on topics intersecting disinformation and propaganda, media, narrative/counter-narrative and terrorism to military, academic and non-governmental organization audiences.  Current research projects focus on analysis of propaganda and information operations in so-called Gray Zone operations, as well as narrative-based interventions influencing attitude, belief and behavior in organizational culture. Narrative Disinformation and Strategic Influence section of the ASU Global Security Initiative website ********************* I want to get to know you better. Please fill out a 5-question survey at lizsumner.com/survey.  Let me know when you're done and I'll send you a coupon code for my online course, 8 Steps to Launch Your Dream Life. (launchyourdreamlife.com) ********************* Remarks You hear the expression a lot about “controlling the narrative.” For me I hear it mostly on fictional tv shows, where some character has to make sure that reporters tell the story about that character in a way that's most advantageous to him. He and his handlers frame any details in such a way that the character is presented as a good guy or has been unjustly accused. I didn't really think about the mechanics of it all until my conversation with this week's guest, Scott Ruston. I invited Scott on the podcast because there is so much controversy in what he calls our information environment. I wanted to understand how others can believe what seems to me to be so patently false. What has gotten us to this place and what can we do about it. Scott Ruston is an expert in the field of narrative disinformation, and teaches and researches it at the university level. As such, our conversation gets pretty theoretical and cerebral. One of many things I admired in his explanation is how neutral he stays as he describes what's going on. The rhetorical devices are used by all sides, and thoughtful people from all points of view can learn from him without feeling judged. My hope is that you will take away a new awareness of the the techniques at work and what you can do to counter them.  Full transcript available at ialwayswantedto.net

Gary C. Laney, Founder – CEO Success Masters LLC – Previous Co-Founder of Trustegrity Professional Business CommunityGary is a best-selling author, speaker, sales and process management trainer, global connector, business coach, start-up investor, and serial entrepreneur of 20 businesses. Industries include business networking, online media, e-commerce, training, and high-tech intellectual property.Gary has been recognized as a top presenter, motivating tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and salespeople. Prior to his entrepreneurial run, Gary spent 25 years as an executive in corporate high-tech and commercial publishing primarily in sales, business development and marketing (e.g., Folio/Mead Data Central, OpenText Software, Eloquent/OpenText, Upshot/Oracle, Sendia/Salesforce, etc.). He is known for his ability to turn around businesses and create dramatic revenue growth. Gary has a triple major MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management in finance, marketing, and policy, with a minor in Information Technology.In Gary's new best seller book, The Power of Strategic Influence, he details 6 Spheres of Influence: Perspective, Accountability, Relationships, Leadership, Opportunity, and Strategic Influence. Within those spheres are 10 easy-to-follow steps called success factors of highly influential leaders, which will teach you how to access, utilize, develop, expand, and ultimately use your influence to help make the world a better place. These success factors act as a guide for anyone who wants to achieve success within any organization or industry. Top Leadership Tip: You cannot proclaim yourself to be influential. This is a position that others bestow upon you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Gary is the CEO of Success Masters and the Author of #1 Best Selling book The Power of Strategic Influence: 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders. Gary stops by not only to share his story but to share the insights he has gained from meeting and interviewing 12 influential entrepreneurs and authors. Gary defines influence, how we all have it and how we can all put it to good use. I am grateful for Gary stopping by (digitally from Utah!) You can find Gary C Laney on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyclaney/ You can find his book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Strategic-Influence-Success-Influential/dp/1737091593 Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-power-of-strategic-influence/gary-c-laney//9781737091592

Full title: Incels as a Domestic Terrorist Group Within the Violent Non-State Actor Framework About the lecture: This presentation will define and analyze the threat of incels as an emerging domestic terrorist threat within the Violent Non-State Actor framework. In an era of online recruitment and social media radicalization, incels have created a community that centers around getting revenge as a result of being rejected by women in the past. This online network of disgruntled individuals has served as the breeding ground for lone actor violence that has claimed more than 50 lives in the United States and Canada. About the speaker: Hannah Wilk works as an Investigative Analyst and is pursuing her master's degree at The Institute of World Politics. She is studying Statecraft and National Security Affairs with a concentration in Public Diplomacy and Strategic Influence. In 2019 she received her bachelor's degree in Criminology from George Mason University with a concentration in Homeland Security and a double minor in Intelligence Analysis and Forensic Psychology. In her free time Hannah enjoys spending time with friends and family, baking, and trying out new brunch spots in the Washington, D.C. area.

Full title: Avenging Angels: Russia's Legacy of Female Terrorism in Revolution and the Chechen Conflict About the Lecture: Female-perpetrated terrorism is a compelling subject largely for the shocking dichotomy between traditional perceptions of femininity and brutal, premeditated violence. From the fiery revolutionaries of the 1800s to modern-day Chechen suicide bombers, Russia's legacy of women's involvement in terrorist activity is remarkable for its violence, fervor, and popular mythologization. This presentation will discuss what in Russia's political history and society has encouraged such distinctive, violent female political actors by assessing the revolution's “avenging angels” and modern “black widows” as part of the same legacy. It will also explore the personal, ideological, and cultural disparities between female terrorists in Russia's revolutionary era and those in modern-day Chechnya. About the Speaker: Emily Miller is an international development professional with five years of experience in business development, communications, and program design/implementation. She graduates this semester with an M.A. in Statecraft and National Security Affairs from IWP, with a specialization in Public Diplomacy and Strategic Influence. Her graduate research has focused on pre-Soviet and Soviet Russia, the influence of non-state actors on international security, and the intersection of policymaking and ideology.

COVID-19 has befuddled everyone, not least about their budgeting, taxes and financial planning. In this episode Ed Ho'omalu tells Annette and Monica how to navigate the choppy waters of money, especially in uncertain times.  Ed is a Ramsey Preferred Financial Coach with a demonstrated history of working in the military industry. Skilled in Strategic Influence, Data Analysis, Cognitive Assessment, and Operational Planning. He now helps people build their financial futures.  

Andrew discusses Leadership and Strategic Influence and its importance in small business management with Dr. Dale Caldwell, Executive Director of the Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey. Leadership LIVE @ 8:05! - Talking Small Business, is streamed LIVE every Tuesday night at 8pm with business owners, advisers, and thought leaders. Enjoy the Leadership LIVE @ 8:05! Podcast with your host Andrew Frazier, Business Growth Pro and CFO. Andrew empowers business owners to Maximize the Value of their companies by helping them to Grow Revenue, Increase Profit, and Obtain Financing. He is the author of Running Your Small Business Like A Pro: The More You Know the Faster You Grow. Visit www.andrewfrazier360.com to learn more.

18:00:20 Artist Title Length Album Year Composer Lable Listeners 0:00:00 Shadow Gallery Cliffhanger 8:36 Carved in Stone 1995 Carl Cadden-James Magna Carta 35 0:08:36 miwshowopen 1:10 39 0:10:21 Mark and Rayna 0:00 40 0:14:07 O.S.I. Shutdown 10:22 Office of Strategic Influence 2003 Jim Matheos Inside Out Music 34 0:24:29 Chroma Key America the […]

18:00:20 Artist Title Length Album Year Composer Lable Listeners 0:00:00 Shadow Gallery Cliffhanger 8:36 Carved in Stone 1995 Carl Cadden-James Magna Carta 35 0:08:36 miwshowopen 1:10 39 0:10:21 Mark and Rayna 0:00 40 0:14:07 O.S.I. Shutdown 10:22 Office of Strategic Influence 2003 Jim Matheos Inside Out Music 34 0:24:29 Chroma Key America the […]

18:00:20 Artist Title Length Album Year Composer Lable Listeners 0:00:00 Shadow Gallery Cliffhanger 8:36 Carved in Stone 1995 Carl Cadden-James Magna Carta 35 0:08:36 miwshowopen 1:10 39 0:10:21 Mark and Rayna 0:00 40 0:14:07 O.S.I. Shutdown 10:22 Office of Strategic Influence 2003 Jim Matheos Inside Out Music 34 0:24:29 Chroma Key America the […]

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When we think of influence, typically we think of what other people can do for us. What if I told you that is backwards? In this episode, I will share with you what influence isn't, how the most successful motivators influence others, and what you can do to increase your influence immediately.

About the lecture: The presentation will explore the history of baseball diplomacy between the United States and Cuba, specifically focusing on the Trump administration's nullification of the 2018 Major League Baseball-Cuban Baseball Federation player agreement. About the speaker: Nathaniel Bader is an IWP student pursuing a master's degree in Statecraft and National Security Affairs with a concentration in Public Diplomacy and Strategic Influence. Nathaniel graduated summa cum laude from Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota, with degrees in history and nonprofit administration. While at Dakota Wesleyan, Nathaniel was named the Senator George McGovern Scholar, served as parliamentarian for the Student Senate, led the McGovern Engagement Group for Political Activism, and spent time in Uganda working on long-term economic development projects in two rural villages. Nathaniel has interned with Court Appointed Special Advocates and the Africa Center for Strategic Studies. Nathaniel currently works at the American Political Science Association. Nathaniel grew up in South Dakota, and, in his free time, he enjoys watching sports, traveling, playing bar trivia, and watching science fiction films.

This session represents the first in a new series on Leadership and Strategic Influence. My intention is to challenge you to accept the challenge to LEAD your generation. You see, I want you to know that the life you are currently living is NOT all you can have. The circumstances taking place in your personal world, and the world around you are the result of someone's leadership … maybe not your own. Someone has determined that this is where you should be, and because we are all people pleasers in one way or another, we tend to GO ALONG to GET ALONG. Well I am here today to say that is not going to cut it. It is my desire today to shake you up, and call you out. In this NEW series, we're going to look at LEADERSHIP, Influence, and Why the World Needs YOU!  

Joe was interviewed on the "Sounds Like Liberty" podcast about: The music of Anarchitecture Podcast Our band The making of "Theme from Friends Against Government" How naming our band killed our faith in democracy (and might get us in trouble someday) 5 (or 10) albums that everybody needs to hear Check out our band "Diametric" at diametricband.com, where you can stream our music and find links to spotify, itunes, and several other platforms. Use hashtag #ana026 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana026. ----more---- Intro Intro to Sounds Like Liberty - Nicky P and Lizzie The Launch Pad Media Free Markets Green Earth We do our own music The Bad Joke Trumpet and the Uh Oh Tuba The Friends Against Government Podcast - bringing new friends together Our musical history Pulling the family card to shanghai our bassist Songs for libertarians "Woulda Coulda Shoulda" - the #nocoiner anthem "Romance of Revolution" - a protest song about the futility of protesting "Hollow Shell" - breathing life into a city "Theme from Friends Against Government" Discussion Welcome to Sounds Like Liberty What is Anarchitecture? Australian regulations - 30% more pain in the ass Reading Ron Paul on the plane to Australia Freedom Indexes - Is Australia more free than the US? Plenty of open space in Australia Theme from Friends Against Government We've written and recorded a song for one episode of our podcast A spoof on 80's sitcoms "It's beautifully cheesy" "Ironically Overproduced" "That is an obscene number of tracks" Michael McDonald "We're Yacht Rock People here" What are your musical tastes? Good songwriting, regardless of genre What Phish and Tool have (had) in common Strangefolk, the Creed of jam bands Phish sold out to their fans How did you miss Ween? Restricting production to force good songwriting But overproducing anyways Our band - Diametric Late to the Game album - We're getting the band back together! "It was what it was" High school - gigs around town After college - Manchester, NH, where the groups all live together Cities of Sand - our flagship album Distrokid "What's the best concert you've been to?" Moon Boot Lover Consumed by the music Alien Vacation Tower of Power - a force to be reckoned with This is real music here - no DJ's required Goldfish - DJ's plus live flutes Afro Celt Sound System My challenge - go to a TOP concert How does music fit into your life I should cut back on podcasts New rule - after dinner, no podcasts, just music Spotify - great for finding new music Marvin Gaye Everyone likes Vulfpeck OK, we're going to spend the next 5 minutes talking about the clarinet Soundtrack Moments In high school, 2 friends died in a car accident We played a gig that night - gave people a place to be together Graduation party on a mountaintop in Vermont "Some band was playing too loud, so the cops came" We played "I Fought the Law" 5 albums that everybody needs to hear God Street Wine - $1.99 Romances Rustic Overtones - Viva Nueva (also Rooms by the Hour) Thanks to Gravity - Slingshot Percy Hill - Color in Bloom OSI - Office of Strategic Influence (sneaky bonus) Porcupine Tree - In Absentia or Deadwing (sneaky bonus) Moon Boot Lover - Back on Earth Racists ruin everything A Primer to Prog Vola - Applause of a Distant Crowd The music has to grab me Prog rock is an investment Plugs Anarchitecture Diametric Late to the Game (Live) Cities of Sand - some of our best songwriting Funkshin Junkshin - A Bit Too Much The great band name struggle Snipe Funkshin Junkshin "Tranny in Need of Danny" - how I lost my faith in democracy TINO-D Diametric - the band that lives on opposite ends of the earth Hoping to do some mid-life crisis recording Recommending music to Tom Woods Citizen of Nowhere Part 3 teaser Links/Resources Sounds Like Liberty Episode 54 (This original episode) The Launch Pad Media Free Markets Green Earth Friends Against Government Too Many Cooks Theme from Full House Theme from Cheers Yacht Rock Distrokid - email us for a referral discount! Sounds Like Liberty soundtrack playlist on Spotify Diametric - our band's home page Spotify Apple Music / iTunes Amazon Bandcamp YouTube Google Play Music iHeartRadio Bands Mentioned Phish Tool They Might be Giants Ween Moon Boot Lover Tower of Power Goldfish Afro Celt Sound System (The Afrocelts) Marvin Gaye Bill Withers Alexis Evans St. Paul and the Broken Bones Vulfpeck Benny Goodman Duke Ellington Big Lick God Street Wine Rustic Overtones Thanks to Gravity Percy Hill OSI Grateful Dead Steely Dan Porcupine Tree Dream Theater Fates Warning Vola 12 Foot Ninja Animals as Leaders Peter Gabriel Episodes Mentioned ana007: Citizen of Nowhere | Part 2: Joe's Immigration Ordeal ana021: AGENDA 21!!! | Friends Against Government Contact: Email us: info@anarchitecturepodcast.comTweet us: @anarchitecturep Follow: Website: http://www.anarchitecturepodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anarchitecturepodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anarchitecturep/Twitter: https://twitter.com/anarchitecturep/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/AnarchitecturePodcstMinds: https://www.minds.com/AnarchitecturePodcast Subscribe: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/anarchitecture/id1091252412YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWELM_zTl7tXLgT-rDKpSvgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pepyQfA25PBz6bzKzlynf?si=4UiD6cLkR6Wd26wJC4S4YQPodbean: https://anarchitecture.podbean.com/Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=85082&refid=stprBitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/MIq2dOnSaTOP/RSS (all posts): http://www.anarchitecturepodcast.com/feed/RSS (Podcasts only): http://www.anarchitecturepodcast.com/feed/podcast/Other Subscription Options Support: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/anarchitecturepodcastBitbacker.io: https://bitbacker.io/user/anarchitecture/Steemit: https://steemit.com/@anarchitectureDonate Bitcoin (BTC): 32cPbM7j5rxRu1KUaXGtoxsqFQNWD696p7

Sometimes patients experience a wait time before they receive the planned medical care suggested by their doctor. If their doctor already recommended the treatment, then why is there a delay? Dr. Leslie Weisberg, Executive Medical Director of Plan Performance, and Alyce Kuhn, Vice President of Market Clinical Operations, share insights about prior authorizations in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

Texas is the number one state in the U.S. for oil and natural gas. It's a massive industry, credited for more than 348,000 jobs across the state. Despite this workforce's robust health care benefits, they still face a unique set of challenges. Energy expert Rod Branch, Chief Human Resources Officer at HydroChemPSC, shares his insights in this episode of Blue Promise. He's joined by Heather Linton, Divisional Vice President of National Accounts and Energy at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

Joseph M. Humire is the Executive Director of the Center for a Secure Free Society. As a global security expert specializing in asymmetric warfare, Mr. Humire has produced leading research and investigations on Islamic extremism and Iran’s influence in the Western Hemisphere, as well as other topics. His work is frequently sought after by various entities within the U.S. Department of Defense and intelligence community, as well as prominent think tanks and universities throughout the Americas. Moreover, Mr. Humire is an eight-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served combat tours in Iraq and Liberia, as well as taking part in the multinational training exercise in Latin America and the Caribbean: UNITAS 45-04. Iran is the most ardent state sponsor of terror in the world. The Western Hemisphere has been victim of Iranian terror in the past, and these attacks paved the way for the growing presence of radical Islamists and Iranian revolutionary guards in Latin America. In the past five years, there have been at least two clear-cut cases in which the Islamic Republic has used Latin America to stage attempted terrorist attacks within the United States. Joseph Humire will look at the presence of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps and Hezbollah in Latin America, including not only military to military cooperation but also their extensive information operations as well as criminal activities and how these might impact U.S. homeland security.

Something called “pass-through billing” is driving up the cost of your health care. In this edition of Blue Promise, we describe pass-through billing, identify efforts to address the problem, and share how you can make a difference. If you suspect fraudulent behavior, report it to our Fraud Hotline at 1-800-543-0867. Diane Carr, Manager of Network Management, Rick Haddock, VP of Network Management, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence, join Dr. McCoy for this discussion. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T

Health insurance is a highly regulated industry. One of its unique aspects includes “Usual and Customary Reimbursement” charges, mandated in the state of Texas. Lee Spangler, Vice President of Government Relations at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, shares some insight on this law and how it has inadvertently impacted Texans. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

Of the 254 counties in Texas, more than two-thirds are deemed "rural" by the Texas Department of Agriculture and the Texas Department of State Health Services. There are increasing challenges to accessing health care in these communities. In this Blue Promise conversation, Dr. Nancy Dickey, Executive Director of A&M Rural and Community Health Institute, and Dr. Bob Morrow, Southeast Texas Market President at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, address this growing crisis. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence.

Health insurance networks come in all shapes and sizes. But are they really necessary? In this Blue Promise conversation, two experts from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas offer their insights to the purpose and value of networks -- Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery, and Rick Haddock, Vice President of Network Management. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence.

Seeking medical care during emergencies shouldn’t put people at risk for bankruptcy. However, Texans are continuously charged exorbitant prices in the midst of their most vulnerable moments – during an emergency medical situation. In this Blue Promise conversation, Dr. Paul Hain, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, discusses the growing reality of price gouging in health care. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence.

As health care costs continue to rise, Texans are feeling more and more pressure to be savvy spenders. But how is that possible when they can’t see the price tags attached to their health care services? This panel of experts includes two Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas executives -- Darrell Beckett, DSVP of Sales & Marketing, and Vijay Murugappan, BCBSTX's Vice President of Strategy & Value. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence.

Would you pay $3,000 to treat a cough? Many health care patients already have. Texans continue to face sticker shock like this after receiving surprise medical bills at freestanding emergency rooms. In this episode, BCBSTX's DSVP of Health Care Delivery, Shara McClure, offers her perspective on this trending topic in Texas. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence.

Why are health care costs in the U.S. so much more expensive than health costs in comparable countries around the world? Dr. McCoy discusses how we can contain these runaway costs with Dr. Paul Hain, BCBSTX North Texas Market President, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube (https://bit.ly/2JO2xbS). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

We all know hospitals provide important medical services in our communities, but do you know how they make their money? Join Dr. McCoy for this Blue Promise discussion to learn more about the price you pay when you access health care at a hospital. The panel includes Shara McClure, DSVP of Texas Health Care Delivery, David Cripe, DVP of Network Management, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube (https://bit.ly/2JO2xbS). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Time Artist Title Length Album Year Composer Label Listeners 17:59:59 Unreal City Barricate 5:39 Frammenti Notturni 2017 39 18:05:38 miwshowopen 1:14 36 18:09:51 Carptree The Fleeting Deep 7:41 Emerger 2017 Nicklas Flinck & Carl Westholm 33 18:17:32 O.S.I. Shutdown 10:22 Office of Strategic Influence 2003 Jim Matheos Inside Out Music 35 18:27:54 A Chinese Firedrill […]

Time Artist Title Length Album Year Composer Label Listeners 17:59:59 Unreal City Barricate 5:39 Frammenti Notturni 2017 39 18:05:38 miwshowopen 1:14 36 18:09:51 Carptree The Fleeting Deep 7:41 Emerger 2017 Nicklas Flinck & Carl Westholm 33 18:17:32 O.S.I. Shutdown 10:22 Office of Strategic Influence 2003 Jim Matheos Inside Out Music 35 18:27:54 A Chinese Firedrill […]

What are 'upcoding' and ‘bundling’ and how can they affect the price you pay for health care? In this Blue Promise, a panel of experts discusses two leading drivers for the rising cost of health care. This discussion includes Dr. Paul Hain, BCBSTX North Texas Market President, Melissa Holladay, Executive Director of Texas Market Performance, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube (https://bit.ly/2JO2xbS). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

New data shows health costs increase when Texas physicians consolidate into hospital systems. Why do providers enter these types of relationships and how can we help them stay independent? Dr. McCoy discusses the changing healthcare landscape and strategies to keep costs down with a panel of experts. This edition features Dr. Vivian Ho, a health economist at Rice University's Baker Institute, Lee Spangler, JD, BCBSTX Vice President of Texas Government Relations, and co-host Ross Blackstone, BCBSTX Director of Strategic Influence. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

I am super thrilled to be speaking Esther Kiss the co-founder of Strategic Influence and founder of Born To Influence, a one-of-a-kind publicity & marketing agency, where she helps experts and personal brands get exposure for an extended period of time by placing them on the right media outlets. How do you become an influencer? What should your goals be? How does media coverage help your business? How to get started so you can get media attention? Some of the mistakes people make when trying to get into the media? Press release is not the answer to media coverage – why? Esther Kiss is the co-founder of Strategic Influence and founder of Born To Influence, a one-of-a-kind publicity & marketing agency, where she helps experts and personal brands get exposure for an extended period of time by placing them on the right media outlets. These include interviews on podcasts, online radio shows, YouTube shows, webinars and presentations for telesummits and private, paid mastermind groups, as well as traditional media: TV, radio, newspapers, magazines, and more. She works with luminaries and industry transformers such as Ryan Levesque (author of the #1 national bestselling book Ask), Ben Simkin (a.k.a. the 900 Million Dollar Man), and more. Esther's work helped her clients bring in millions of dollars in additional sales. Esther is also the producer and host of the popular podcast Born To Influence: The Marketing Show where she interviews highly successful entrepreneurs and NY Times bestselling authors about their marketing and PR strategies. She interviewed guests such as Gary Vaynerchuk, Perry Marshall, Joe Pulizzi, Jay Baer and more. To help her clients get more leads and sales for their product, service or book launch, she introduces them to A-players such as the guests of Born To Influence for cross-promotions and long term collaboration. Through their coaching program Strategic Influence, in collaboration with her business partner, John Dennis, she teaches a unique, methodical process for developing influential personal brands designed for exponential, long term growth. Esther was featured in the documentary Inspired By 11, and she's regularly interviewed in the media. Esther speaks fluent Hungarian and a little bit of Dutch. She lived in six European countries before moving to Los Angeles, CA in 2007. Today, Esther lives in the Palm Springs area with her three cats: Mr. RoofTop, Silkie and Scruffy. www.borntoinfluence.com/checklist www.borntoinfluence.com

Natural disasters can pose public health problems long after the initial crisis ends. On the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Harvey, we use our data to determine how the storm impacted the health of Southeast Texas. The panel for this discussion includes Bob Morrow, MD, Southeast Texas Market President, Leanne Metcalfe, PhD, Executive Director of Planning and Research, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Using the emergency room in non-emergency situations drives up health care costs for all Texans. In this edition of Blue Promise, we talk the root causes of these high costs and what individuals can do to protect themselves. Dr. Vivian Ho, a health economist at Rice University's Baker Institute, Dr. Paul Hain, BCBSTX North Texas Market President, and co-host Ross Blackstone, BCBSTX Director of Strategic Influence, join Dr. McCoy for this discussion. You can listen to the complete discussion in podcast form on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/2KyH87U) and SoundCloud (https://bit.ly/2jncyl6). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

The United States is facing one of the deadliest crises in its history: the opioid epidemic. New BCBSTX data shows that current regulations on opioid prescriptions aren't working as intended, so what can we do to stem the tide of the epidemic? Leanne Metcalfe, PhD, Executive Director of Planning and Research, Phiyen Tra, PharmD, Director of Clinical Programs, and co-host Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence, join Dr. McCoy to discuss the origins of the crisis and potential responses. You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Even if you don’t have short-term limited duration insurance (STLDI), you should still be worried about changes to these policies. Once reserved for temporary coverage lapses, recent policy changes could make these plans seem like a good option for those looking to purchase inexpensive health coverage. Pati McCandless, BCBSTX Vice President of State Health Policy, joins Dr. McCoy and co-host Ross Blackstone, BCBSTX Director of Strategic Influence, to talk about the limitations of STLDI policies and the impact they could have on the health insurance market as a whole. You can view these discussions in video format on YouTube (bit.ly/2JO2xbS). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Jerry Acuff is a best selling author, speaker, and the founder and CEO of Delta Point, a sales consulting firm. He is ranked as one of the top ten sales experts in the world and was voted game changer of the year in 2017. Resources: * https://jerryacuff.com/ – Website * http://www.jerryacuffvt.com/ – Online Training Program * @jerryacuff – Twitter * Buy his book, The Relationship Edge: The Key to Strategic Influence and Selling Success Sponsored by: * LEADx.org – subscribe to become 1% better every single day Subscribe on iTunes to join our VIP Club: Please click here to subscribe on iTunes, and leave a quick rating. Nothing matters more for bringing the podcast to the attention of others. After you subscribe and leave a review, send an email to info at leadx dot org to let us know, and we'll invite you into the private LEADx VIP Group on Facebook. Group members are eligible for ridiculously good prizes each month, have special access to me and LEADx guests, discounts on live events, and of course it's a great forum for peer-learning and support. Share: And, by all means, if you know someone you think would benefit, please spread the word by using the share buttons below. — What is LEADx and The LEADx Show with Kevin Kruse? Imagine if you could have the world's best executive coaches and leadership mentors whispering into your ear every morning on your way to work. Every weekday, there will be a new episode of The LEADx Leadership Show with an interview from a different thought leadership or business expert. Many of these guests are thought leaders, famous authors or high-profile CEOs from innovative startup companies. Others are creatives, artists, entrepreneurs or corporate career leaders. They have all achieved extreme success and they are willing to share practical advice on how to advance your career and develop your leadership and management skills by offering daily career tips on time management, productivity, marketing, personal branding, communication, sales, leadership, team building, talent management and other personal development and career development topics. There will be a new episode waiting for you every day just in time for your morning commute, morning treadmill session or whatever else it is you do to start your day. LEADx isn't just the name of this new podcast, it's the name of a digital media and online learning company that is re-imagining professional development for millennials and career driven professionals looking to break into manager roles or excel in current leadership and management roles. If you're looking for management training or professional development that is delivered in a fun and engaging way, sign up for our daily newsletter at LEADx.org. It's packed with life hacks, daily career tips and leadership challenges that will turn you into a high potential leader in no time. What does LEADx stand for? We are exploring leadership. We are about NEXT GENERATION leadership. We believe that professional training and workplace education has not kept up with advances in digital media. Today's emerging leaders and management professionals just don't find 5 day workshops or eLearning modules to be very compelling. Today's talent is mobile and social. LEADx wants to help those that want to make an impact. Leadership is not a choice.

How can we protect health care from hackers? Join Kevin Charest, BCBSTX Chief Information Security Officer, and Kristin Conley, BCBSTX DSVP of Enterprise Risk Management, and co-host Ross Blackstone, BCBSTX Director of Strategic Influence, for this discussion about cybersecurity, risk management and the evolving digital health landscape. You can view these discussions in video format on YouTube (https://bit.ly/2JO2xbS). Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Esther Kiss is the co-founder of "Strategic Influence" and founder of "Born To Influence", a one-of-a-kind publicity & marketing agency, where she helps experts and personal brands get exposure for an extended period of time by placing them on the right media outlets.

Esther Kiss works in the field of marketing and publicity where she helps experts and personal brands get exposure. She uses elements of mindfulness to be a true connector of people. She is founder of a one-of-a-kind agency called Born To Influence and co-founder of Strategic Influence. Esther gets her clients on traditional TV, radio, newspapers and magazines, as well as online telesummits, podcasts, and large publications. Esther has interviewed Gary Vaynerchuk, Perry Marshall and many others for her own show; Born To Influence, The Marketing Show. Contact Info Website: www.borntoinfluence.com Free Media Positioning Checklist www.borntoinfluence.com/gift Podcast: Born To Influence: Helping Experts Build Their Platform Online Most Influential Person Keith Ferrazzi  (Author of Never Eat Alone: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time) Effect on Emotions It made me incredibly more conscious of being grateful for things and being more high vibe. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing is part of the audio meditation that I use when I'm trying to calm down and go to sleep. Suggested Resources Book: The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide To Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz App: My Alarm Clock Advice for Newbie Think about how you want to feel and who you want to be and what you want to create in your life. Just focus on those goals and start making a list of up to a hundred of the things that you want to be and do and have. Brainstorm and then pick your top ten to fifteen priorities and see how you can be mindful around that. Focus on that every day and commit to actions that you'll do to actually accomplish those goals.

Esther Kiss is the founder of Born To Influence, a boutique publicity firm specializing in helping experts and personal brands get more publicity, leads and sales. Her clients have been featured on TV, in newspapers, magazines and on some of the top podcasts in the world, resulting in millions of dollars in additional sales. Through their coaching program Strategic Influence, in collaboration with her business partner, John Dennis, she teaches a unique, methodical process for developing influential personal brands designed for exponential, long term growth. www.borntoinfluence.com/gift

The historical significance of sea power has been long since established. In 1890, naval expert Alfred Thayer Mahan authored a well-regarded and timeless book, "The Influence of Sea Power upon History" which outlined the influential history and perpetual importance of naval warfare. The concepts in Mahan's book have largely become a foundation for how experts currently regard naval strategy. Building off of these concepts, today's lecture will explain the impact of naval thought on the current geo-political system and the modern implications of naval supremacy. owensDr. Mackubin Thomas Owens is Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor at The Institute of World Politics. He is a Senior Fellow of the Foreign Policy Research Institute (FPRI) in Philadelphia, and editor of Orbis, FPRI's quarterly journal. He recently retired as Professor of National Security Affairs at the US Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. At the War College he specialized in the planning of US strategy and forces, especially naval and power projection forces; the political economy of national security; national security organization; strategic geography; and American civil-military relations. From 1990 to 1997, Dr. Owens was Editor-in-Chief of the quarterly defense journal Strategic Review and Adjunct Professor of International Relations at Boston University. Before joining the faculty of the War College, Dr. Owens served as National Security Adviser to Senator Bob Kasten, Republican of Wisconsin, and Director of Legislative Affairs for the Nuclear Weapons Programs of the Department of Energy during the Reagan Administration. Dr. Owens is also a Marine Corps veteran of Vietnam, where as an infantry platoon and company commander in 1968-1969, he was wounded twice and awarded the Silver Star medal. He retired as a Colonel in 1994. Dr. Owens earned his Ph.D. in Politics from the University of Dallas, a Master of Arts in Economics from Oklahoma University, and his BA from the University of California at Santa Barbara. He has taught at the University of Rhode Island, the University of Dallas, Catholic University, Ashland University of Ohio, and the Marine Corps' School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW).