Podcast appearances and mentions of todd pierce

This week on the BraveCo Podcast, I sit down with one of my closest friends and true legend, Todd Pierce. We dive deep into leadership, fatherhood, and the journey of discovering our identity as sons of God. Todd's insights into what it means to lead from a place of authenticity and connection hit home as we talk about the challenges of raising kids, building relationships, and staying true to who we are amidst life's uncertainties.One of the most powerful moments came when Todd shared about his work with wild horses. His incredible ability to connect with these animals becomes a moving metaphor for how God builds relationships with us, patiently guiding us toward trust and purpose. We also tackle the dangers of comparison, the trap of measuring spiritual performance, and the freedom that comes from knowing our worth in God's eyes.This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the tension between striving and resting in their identity. Whether you're a father, a leader, or someone searching for deeper purpose, Todd's wisdom and vulnerability will encourage you to lean into God's grace. Don't miss the final prayer—it's a powerful way to end this heart-to-heart discussion.ABOUT BRAVECOWe live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

As a professional bareback bull rider, Todd Pierce had “lots of close calls with life and death situations.” However, his biggest fear lurked within.Find out how Todd overcame a career-ending injury, his deepest fears, and how God lead him to use his rodeo experience to share the love of Jesus Christ on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. Connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Facebook at Billy Graham Radio. This episode originally aired September 21, 2016. 

Todd Pierce, a former bareback rider, shares his story and the impact of his ministry, Riding High, which uses horses to convey the message of the Kingdom of Jesus. The conversation covers Todd's rodeo career, his passion for horses, and the transformative power of encountering God. The video clip from his presentation at Flatirons Community Church is highlighted, showcasing the profound impact it had on the audience. On today's podcast, Todd shares his journey of faith and how he found healing and redemption through his relationship with horses. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and honesty in relationships with others and with God. He encourages listeners to embrace their role as leaders in their homes and to seek healing and transformation through the love of God. Flatirons Horsebreaking Presentation: https://youtu.be/CzKYytt2I50?si=InpxqPtgIKk1B7MZ Riding High Ministries website: https://www.ridinghighministries.org/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/hWVfooHwkHEziP2C/?mibextid=LQQJ4d YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@toddpierceridinghighministries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierce_todd/ Chapters: 00:00 The Spiritual Connection Between Horses and Humans 01:06 The Tragedy of Misrepresenting God 02:03 Encountering Jesus: Transformation and New Understanding 03:21 Healing and Redemption: A Journey of Faith 30:13 God's Work in All Things 31:07 The Lie of Having to Make It Work 32:24 Leading in the Way of God's Love 33:21 Becoming the Word of God Made Flesh 34:51 Pressing Forward and Forgetting the Past 36:15 Jesus as the Father We May Not Have Had 37:02 The Consequences of Seeking the World's Offerings 38:17 Encountering God's Love and Making a Deal 39:46 Discipleship by Horses and Conversations with Holy Spirit 44:09 The Power of Connection and Authenticity with Horses 48:43 Authenticity and Healing in Front of Others 49:13 The Central Truth of the Bible: Sin has been Dealt With 51:31 Embracing Our Identity as Children of God 55:19 Becoming One with Jesus and with One Another --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/embracing-brokenness/support

What an unforgettable weekend we had at CHCC with “Born Wild”! During our special 9 & 11a services, Todd Pierce from “Riding High Ministries” brought a real horse live onstage, creating a unique and powerful experience. Todd captivated us by illustrating the profound connection between readying a horse for its first rider and our relationship with God. It was more than just a service—an inspiring event that resonated with everyone.

Summary In this compelling episode of the Driving Change Podcast, Todd Pierce, a professional horse trainer and horse whisperer, reveals his transformative journey from a small town in Idaho to finding true freedom through his unique bond with horses. Todd and Jeff Bloomfield delve into the parallels between wild horses and human potential, emphasizing the power of surrender and connection to a higher purpose. Hear about Todd's life-changing experiences at Born Wild events, including a moving story of hope and redemption in a prison yard. Tune in to explore the importance of community, vulnerability, and living a life of purpose. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that underscores the impact of authentic relationships and aligning with God's design. Takeaways True freedom and purpose can be found by connecting with a higher power and submitting to a higher purpose. Horses can serve as powerful teachers and vehicles for spiritual connection and growth. Loneliness and isolation can be overcome by building connections and sharing burdens. Like wild horses, humans have a natural desire for freedom, but true freedom comes from being connected to a higher power and living in alignment with our true purpose. Living in community and being vulnerable with others is essential for personal growth and spiritual development. Surrendering to God's authority leads to true freedom and fulfillment. The Born Wild events, including prison ministry, provide opportunities for individuals to experience God's love and find hope and redemption. Authentic relationships and living in alignment with God's design are key to living a purposeful life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Unpacking Todd's Story 02:29 Todd's Childhood and Connection with Animals 06:21 Rebellious Years and Encounter with the Gospel 10:09 Discovering the Connection Between Horses and Spirituality 16:01 The Wild Horse Analogy and Misconceptions of Freedom 23:24 The Tendency to Run Away and the Importance of Community 26:27 Reflecting on the Ticks in Our Lives 27:13 Living in Community and Surrendering to God's Authority 28;04 The Power of Vulnerability and Authentic Relationships 36:43 Finding Hope and Redemption through Born Wild Events 43:38 Living a Purposeful Life in Alignment with God's Design How to learn more about Todd and RidingHigh Ministries RidingHigh Ministries Website: https://www.ridinghighministries.org/ Todd Pierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Todd.Pierce.1421/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierce_todd/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrWtIROe8VdunD9Q-ywtgfw

Todd Pierce is a legit horse whisperer. He routinely gets into the round pen with a wild horse, one he's never laid eyes on before, and will be riding it in less than an hour. His secret? Kindness and authority. He never hurts horses, punishes them, or takes a heavy hand. Instead, he shows them that he can be trusted, that he is good, and that he can offer the horse more than it currently has. Todd is an unbelievably aggressive man whose life is spilling over with wisdom that just might change your life.  Todd will be training wild horses in Cincinnati, Ohio, May 2nd-5th. Find more information about in-person experiences and live streams at www.crossroads.net/born-wild 

By demonstrating how he can connect with a horse, Todd Pierce is able to illustrate how Jesus pursues, heals and ultimately becomes one with us as a Father. In this episode, Todd, founder of Riding High Ministries, shares what we can learn from horses when it comes to true connection with those you love, releasing control and fighting fear.This season of the Rhythms For Life Podcast is presented by Medi-Share the affordable, biblical alternative to health insurance. Learn more at medishare.com/rhythmsDownload the Podcast Guide at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/listenersguide.Purchase the new Resilience Bible Study at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlstudy.Join us for the Rhythms Retreat in Franklin, November 16-17. Learn more at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/retreat.Take the Resilience Quiz at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlquizLearn more about Riding High Ministries and Todd Pierce at https://www.ridinghighministries.org.

We all dream of owning a house but with rising inflation and interest rates that dream can seem further away now than ever before. Todd Pierce and the team at B4Real are introducing the concept of purchasing ‘pieces' of real estate that are tokenised and on the blockchain as well as accessing loans using crypto as your collateral in a very unique way. Tommy and Pav are on the mics today to unpack this topic and ask the questions you all want to hear answered including:How this process ACTUALLY works What happens if you want to tokenise your own house?The future of real estate and property development and who's onboard right now … and a whole lot more!You can find the B4Real on Linkedin, Twitter & Instagram and Todd's LinkedIn is hereReady to start investing? Get $10 of FREE Bitcoin on Swyftx when you Sign up & Verify - https://trade.swyftx.com.au/register/?promoRef=tappingintocrypto10btc To get the latest updates hit subscribe and follow us over on the gram @tappingintocrypto - https://www.instagram.com/tappingintocrypto/ If you can't wait to learn more check out these blogs from our friends over at Swyftx - https://swyftx.com/learn/ The Tapping into Crypto podcast is for entertainment purposes only and the opinions on this podcast belong to individuals and are not affiliated with any companies mentioned. Any advice is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation, if you're looking to get advice, please seek out a licensed financial advisor.

Have you ever heard of a story, and it just doesn't seem possible?  Today's episode is a story of a friend of mine who went through hell and back, and she not only lived to tell about it, she is doing so much good in the world today. While your jaw may drop in the beginning, you will be inspired and touched deeply by the end of the soul and spirit that this woman brings to the world.    Meet Moe Pierce. She has an extraordinary story and one where she has gone from victim to victor. Literally. When Moe was a young girl, she was kidnapped and assaulted. But through the grace of God, her life was spared. Literally.   Now as a Mom of 4-boys and a wife of 23-years, she has turned her “pain” suffered as a young girl into a huge, deep purpose. She does this by not only helping others defend themselves as a self-defense instructor, but she also helps survivors of assault let go of shame, heal themselves, and reclaim their power. While her story from her childhood is “heavy,” she spends the majority of her time on the SHOW focused on what she does now to serve her community and how she uses her story to create IMPACT to those who need it most. Today's episode focuses on Moe's 5 biggest Lessons she has learned in 40+ years of healing from shame, pain, and even guilt. Deep stuff. But “real talk” if there ever was one.     My heart is full as I'm grateful Moe chose to share her story with us. Part of my role these days is to have the “tough conversations” that will ultimately serve people. This is one of them. Tune in and glean some tremendous gratitude, hope, and even inspiration from one amazing woman, whose life was spared so that she could be a positive light in a world that so desperately needs it. Thank you, Moe Pierce, for sharing today--you are one amazing, brave, and inspiring soul!    Please share. Please share today's episode on your IG story or forward it to someone who may benefit from listening. Additionally, please give us a 5-star rating and write a glowing review on iTunes. It really helps us grow the Todd Durkin IMPACT SHOW podcast even more and reach more great listeners like you!   Be sure to tag me at: @ToddDurkin, @moepierce6  #ToddDurkin #IMPACTShowPodcast #Ep273     Noteworthy Quote from this Episode:   The mind, body, and soul all work so closely together they will catch disease of each other. Be careful because they are contagious. - Pastor David Jeremiah     About Moe Pierce:   Maureen “Moe” Pierce, a mother of four boys and married to Todd Pierce, is an educator for sexual abuse awareness and a certified self-defense instructor. Her journey began at the young age of 8, after she, herself, became a survivor of abduction, assault, and rape.    Moe's passion is to use her experience to help others not only defend themselves but for survivors to take their healing to the next level, by letting go of the shame and reclaiming their power. She is certified in both the RAD Women and RAD Kids Self-Defense programs. Her classes are held in Atlanta.  She has also assisted local law enforcement and on college compasses with their classes. Moe's mission is to educate people on how they can recognize and avoid sexual assault and ways they can use their voice, as well as power, to fight back!   For more information on the RAD program visit: http://www.rad-systems.com/   RAD KIDS: https://www.radkids.org/?gclid=CjwKCAjwwL6aBhBlEiwADycBICn-vTCp4T9gAj_RMIOhIaeOjJQyhAZcqtlJL5Zd1tfuP5ypTm64SBoCBroQAvD_BwE     Be sure to read my Newest Book: WHAT'S NEXT   What's Next - Igniting Change & IMPACT in Health, Fitness, and LIFE…NOW!  on AMAZON: all proceeds go towards the IMPACT Foundation -  https://www.amazon.com/WHATS-NEXT-Igniting-Change-Fitness/dp/B0BGNKVL3V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=KFO0PACR1KRC&keywords=whats+next+todd+durkin&qid=1664994870&sprefix=%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-1     Are you a Trainer, Coach, or Fitness Business Owner seeking to make even more IMPACT in your business & life? Be a part of my Todd Durkin Mastermind for Fit-Pros Now!   Are you a trainer, coach, or fitness business owner seeking to make a massive IMPACT in your business & life and would like to be coached to your full potential? Level up today with my “Best in Class” MASTERMIND program for fitness professionals. I invite you to connect, share, and grow with the fitness industry's top coaches, trainers, and entrepreneurs.    The Todd Durkin MASTERMIND is for passionate and purpose-driven fitness professionals who want to create success & significance in their personal and professional lives and want to be coached by Todd and surrounded by some of the brightest, sharpest, and most passionate trainers on the planet.   If that sounds like you, visit: ToddDurkinMastermind.com to sign-up for the INSTITUTE Level or email Frank Pucher, DIrector of Todd Durkin Mastermind, at  frankpucher1112@gmail.com for a FREE CLARITY CALL today.       Join my TD Community for FREE: Simply text me “IMPACT” to (619) 304.2216 and you are on your way to receiving exclusive content and even more motivation & inspiration. Sign-up TODAY!     Please keep your questions coming so I can highlight you on the podcast!!  If you have a burning question and want to be featured on the IMPACT show, go to www.todddurkin.com/podcast, fill out the form, and submit your questions!      Don't forget that if you want more keys to unlock your potential and propel your success, you can order my book GET YOUR MIND RIGHT at www.todddurkin.com/getyourmindright or anywhere books are sold.   Get Your Mind Right now available on AUDIO: https://christianaudio.com/get-your-mind-right-todd-durkin-audiobook-download     Want more Motivation and Inspiration? Sign up for my newsletter The TD Times that comes out on the 10th of every month full of great content. Sign-up here…  www.todddurkin.com       ABOUT: Todd Durkin is one of the world's leading coaches, trainers, and motivators. It's no secret why some of the world's top athletes have trained with him for nearly two decades. He's a best-selling author, a motivational speaker, and founded the legendary Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, CA. He currently coaches fellow trainers, coaches, and life-transformers in his Todd Durkin Mastermind group. Here, he mentors and shares his 25-years of wisdom in the industry on business, leadership, marketing, training, and personal growth.   Todd was a coach on the NBC & Netflix show “STRONG.” He's a previous Jack LaLanne Award winner, a 2-time Trainer of the Year. Todd and his wife Melanie head up the Durkin IMPACT Foundation (501-c-3) that has raised over $250,000 since it started in 2013. 100% of all proceeds go back to kids and families in need. https://todddurkin.com/impact-foundation/   To learn more about Todd, visit www.ToddDurkin.com and www.FitnessQuest10.com.   Join his fire-breathing dragons' community and receive regular motivational and inspirational emails. Visit  www.ToddDurkin.com and opt-in to receive his value-rich content.   Connect with Todd online in the following places: You can listen to Todd's podcast, The IMPACT Show, by going to www.todddurkin.com/podcast.   You can get any of his books by clicking here!  (Get Your Mind Right, WOW BOOK, The IMPACT Body Plan)

Kat says Todd used to be the perfect partner, but now he refuses to work and drinks too much. Todd loves Kat and claims he's working hard to contribute since his hours were cut.

Todd Pierce is the Chief Growth Officer at Black Tie Digital, a company that is revolutionary in transforming the Real Estate Market, Finance Industry and Business World through blockchain and cryptocurrency.  If you're not familiar with crypto and blockchain, Todd breaks it down in simple to understand language as well as explaining the urge we all need to learn about it.  But this conversation goes down many different directions and Todd fills us in on where he sees the future going. And quite honestly, this could be the way forward for this generation to get involved in the property market!  We talked about some key World Events which have lead to today's monetary system and some predictions of what the next 5-10 years may look like.  We went down some interesting roads that we don't often go down on this show. Like global politics history, capitalism, banking and government control. Which offered some unique viewpoints!  Todd shared the importance of learning to learn and told a powerful story about finding himself in jail as a teenager. And how shifting his mindset out of victimhood changed his life rapidly, plus so much more!  So sit back and enjoy this awesome chat with the amazing Todd Pierce.    Check out Black Tie Digital here - https://www.blacktie.digital/ Connect with Todd on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddpierceao/   Follow us on Instagram - @dosandd_ Follow us on TikTok - @dosandd Email us your questions as we would love to answer them on the show - thedosanddshow@gmail.com  It would mean the world to both of us if you could please leave a 5 star review to help us grow this community and empower more lives.

Todd Pierce, born and raised in rural Idaho, has been a jockey, a champion bareback rider, a chaplain for the PBR, and a pastor. Following his rodeo career, Todd was led to start Riding High Ministries and the Born Wild Events, where he trains unbroken horses in front of a live audience while inspiring people to live life with the courage, purpose and fullness they were made for. Eastern Oregon Livestock Show will host Todd Pierce and a Born Wild Event on Sunday, June 12 at 10 am in Union, Oregon. The event is FREE to attend. You can learn more here: https://www.ridinghighministries.org/events/born-wild-event-union-or-june-12 This episode on Vimeo. This episode on NaturesPantry.life.

Todd Pierce, born and raised in rural Idaho, has been a jockey, a champion bareback rider, a chaplain for the PBR, and a pastor. Following his rodeo career, Todd was led to start Riding High Ministries and the Born Wild Events, where he trains unbroken horses in front of a live audience while inspiring people to live life with the courage, purpose and fullness they were made for. Eastern Oregon Livestock Show will host Todd Pierce and a Born Wild Event on Sunday, June 12 at 10 am in Union, Oregon. The event is FREE to attend. You can learn more here: https://www.ridinghighministries.org/events/born-wild-event-union-or-june-12 This episode on Vimeo. This episode on NaturesPantry.life.

Witness professional horse trainer Todd Pierce show us—through the eyes of an untamed horse—what it looks like to leave behind our wildness and embrace the freedom that a loving God offers.

In this episode, Beatrice Chestnut and Uranio Paes talk with Todd Pierce, a Type Seven who was introduced to the Enneagram in 2004. He shares from experience what it's like to be stuck in personality; there is a false sense of freedom that comes from avoiding problems by using extreme optimism. The journey is about opening up to what is happening now, engaging with life moment to moment, and not using the process of planning to escape the pain of the present. We have a new book out! You can purchase The Enneagram Guide to Waking Up here. Check out cpenneagram.com/podcast to learn more about the online learning portal and try it out for free. Follow us on Instagram @cpenneagram and join our Facebook group to share your perspectives and keep the discussion going! And check out cpenneagram.com to study with Bea and Uranio directly! Questions? hello@cpenneagram.com.

Freedom. All our lives we've been told that freedom means being unrestrained—no rules, no limits. Trouble is, we've chased that freedom, and found only fear and isolation. In reality, freedom isn't really about restraints. It's about meaning. This weekend, professional horse trainer Todd Pierce is going to show us—through the eyes of an untamed horse—what it looks like to leave behind our wildness and embrace the freedom that a loving God offers.

Avid listener Todd Pierce joins Ross & Steve on this week's podcast to talk about how he uses his financial background to help place his NFL bets. Todd talks about why he likes these specific NFL win total bets for 2021: - Houston Texans UNDER 4 1/2 (14:17) - Las Vegas Raiders UNDER 7 1/2 (17:32) - Miami Dolphins OVER 9 (22:43) - NY Giants OVER 7 (26:45) RossTucker.com/Sponsors linktr.ee/EvenMoneyPod

Billy and Bradley are hosting a high stakes $250 FFPC Best Ball draft with several analysts and high stakes enthusiasts including Todd Pierce, Theo Gremminger, Tod Kovler, Adam Krautwurst, Jared Smola, Abib Agbetoba, and Ryan Poole. During the live draft, we will discuss position theory, roster construction, favorite players, and players we all like to avoid. If you want to learn from some of the best in the industry, make sure to watch the full draft!

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Todd Pierce is a cowboy.  A real cowboy.  Growing up as a wild man, Todd found his calling in bareback Bronco riding.  After being a professional cowboy, Todd launched Riding High Ministries.  Todd & Riding High Ministries host Born Wild events at Prisons, Native American Reservations, retreat centers and church events, wherein Todd demonstrates the gospel of Christ by breaking a wild horse.The first time I met Todd, I was struck by his uncanny ability to speak with such insight and as if he had known me my entire life.  Todd's rough and rowdy life leading up to his acceptance of God gives him a unique perspective on the world that is clear, simple and worth tuning into.In our conversation, we discuss how to live differently by breaking out of our comfort zones, the manhood pandemic in our culture and how to fix it, the fatherlessness problem that our world is experiencing, and how to live with a sincere faith.  Finally, we hear an incredible Dinner Party Story that is thanks to a familiar old friend and to going for it.Todd's cowboy ways awesomely embody the Open Road lifestyle and I am honored to consider him a friend. 

2020 has been a bucking bronco, and we're all just trying to hold on. Thankfully, that's exactly Todd Pierce's area of expertise. A former champion bareback rodeo rider, Todd's gritty wisdom about manhood, perseverance, and holding on when the world is shaking, is just what we need to hear right now. 

Are you bound for an unsuccessful life if life hasn't dealt you a good hand? It might feel like it at times, but today's guests prove that you have it within your power to take control of your life and create success, even when life doesn't just give it...

Our guests today Todd Pierce and Dean Martin of Alpha Omega are masters of teaching high performers the nuts and bolts of how to master the most important part of high performance, the inner game. Being fully qualified in and teaching Neurolinguistic programming (NLP), hynotherepy and high level mental performance, these two share some of their most impactful techniques, tips and tricks to help those of us looking to master our own inner game so that we can all thrive in our modern age.    Key discussions: - Todd's 3 step NLP technique to overcome powerful emotions and stay on track to do what you need to do - How going to jail twice before the age of 18 was a godsend  - The power of habit and incremental steps - Why who you spend your time with is vital and how to find your tribe - Why you'll never be successful in something without true hunger and how to cultivate this - The importance of taking responsibility for everything in your life   For more on Alpha Omega including courses and training - https://www.aofoundations.com/home Todd Pierce - https://www.facebook.com/todd.pierce.9277 Dean Martin - https://www.facebook.com/dean.martin.52643821 The Alpha Omega Podcast (The Unleashed and Unstoppable Podcast) - https://open.spotify.com/show/6udM5Nz5lBl3UwaH7BuHCw   If you got value out of this podcast then please leave us a rating and review. It helps others find us, helps us grow and ultimately helps us share even more value.  

Let's talk mindset!Dean has a background in health & fitness and has been in the industry for about 12 years. He met Todd while working in gyms. After living as an elite athlete, he realized that being strict about your eating, exercising, and lifestyle is not the right way to live. Todd's story is very different. He struggled growing up with a tumultuous childhood and drug addiction. He finally decided that enough was enough, and quit doing drugs cold turkey and finally realized that change comes from within. Dean is the extrovert and Todd is the introvert, but it is in their opposite personalities that they create the perfect balance in their partnership.So what can we learn from Todd & Dean?The easiest way to sabotage your success is to compare where you are to where your idol is.You have to be a fool before you become a master. You have to be ok with making mistakes. The biggest sale that you've got is YOU. Sell yourself on the value of your services every day. Stop trying to impress your prospect. Instead, focus on assessing how you can provide value to them. You are there for them.CONNECT WITH TODD & DEAN:https://www.aofoundations.com/

Todd Pierce was a pro cowboy who turned to a higher calling in ministry. Todd has traveled the world teaching cowboys and cowgirls about Christ. Through Riding High Ministries Todd has used horsemanship to share the word of God with the incarcerated. To learn more about Riding High Ministries visit ridinghighministries.org. God Bless Todd Pierce!!!Should you find the content of this episode valuable please share it with a friend. A 5 star rating and review on the podcast platform of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @LetFreedomReinPodcastShow Sponsors: Buckaroo Media www.buckaroomedia.com

On this week's feature discussion episode, I'm joined by Todd Pierce from the Disney History Institute to talk about Walt Disney's 1940 animated classic film "Pinocchio". This was only Disney's 2nd animated feature film and it was considered a box office flop. We'll go behind the scenes of the development of "Pinocchio" from the original story by Carlo Collodi to the revolutionary animation practices developed that have many animation historians claiming this film to be a near perfect animated feature.

On this episode of "Fault Lines," hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan will discuss possible new opportunities for peace in the Middle East with Nobel Peace Prize nominee Charles “Chic” Dembach and BDS pressure on Israel JAG Major (Ret.) Todd Pierce. Garland and Lee will also discuss the Las Vegas mass shooting with attorney Susan Pai. The hosts and guests will analyze political trends within and without the two party system. Scheduled guests include: Charles “Chic” Dembach; Jacqueline Luqman; Major Todd Pierce (Ret.); Susan Pai; Shannon Jackson; Michael Krieger; and Eugene Puryear as well as reports from Puerto Rico and Twin Falls.

Todd Pierce was a professional bareback bull rider. Today he shares the message of Jesus with other riders and rodeo fans. Todd’s had “lots of close calls with life and death situations,” but his biggest fear was a fear of failure. Listen to Todd and his wife, Leslie, share the story of God’s work in their lives.

Long before Walt Disney World opened--and later closed—an elaborately themed entertainment district, there was a Pleasure Island. Before Six Flags operated a hillside full of thrill rides in Southern California, there was a Magic Mountain. These theme parks were nothing like their contemporary namesakes and their lifespans were frustratingly short. But, along with their often-forgotten sister park, Freedomland in New York, they hold a special place in theme park history and provide a direct line connecting the game-changer that was Disneyland with Universal, Six Flags, Disney and other popular theme parks of today. In March, historian Todd Pierce was my guest in the Lounge and he told us about C.V. Wood, the colorful entrepreneur who was instrumental in the design and development of Disneyland. My guest today, Robert McLaughlin, picks up where Todd left off. Because, after departing Disney, it was C.V. Wood and his company that designed the Disneyland-wannabe parks of Magic Mountain in Colorado, Pleasure Island near Boston and Freedomland in New York. They were ideas that looked great on paper, but fell short dramatically when it came to financing and attendance. They were pretty good for what they were, but they were no Disneyland. Bob has written books about all three of these theme parks and his latest, Magic Mountain, was just released by Arcadia Publishing. Please welcome Bob McLaughlin, my guest today in The Mouse Castle Lounge. Enjoy! www.TheMouseCastle.comRSS Feed: http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss

First up in this episode is Todd Pierce, with “If Only You Could Remember” which had us both as lost as the speaker (in a good way) and mesmerized. Todd is currently rereading War Music: An Account of Homer's Iliad, by Christopher Logue and the chapbook Weird Vocation, by Art Zilleruelo.  First up in this episode is Todd Pierce, with “If Only You Could Remember” which had us both as lost as the speaker (in a good way) and mesmerized. Todd is currently rereading War Music: An Account of Homer's Iliad, by Christopher Logue and the chapbook Weird Vocation, by Art Zilleruelo.  He hopes that 2016 is the year that he finishes Don Quixote. Other facts:  he once flew a plane without crashing it, and once crashed a bicycle without riding it. Todd Pierce has been published in Opium Magazine, Annapolis Underground, and Poet Lore. Stay tuned to see if he can add Painted Bride Quarterly to that growing list! Until then, we are honored to publish his first ever selfie! You really have to scroll down or click here and check out the format of “Brazilian”—it’s one of the best executions of this difficult format that we’ve seen. We had so much fun discussing this one, and were very happy we could finally educate Jason Schneiderman on SOMETHING. But to be even more mysterious, though (spoiler alert) we loved the poem, we found out some bad news after this podcast, which we will discuss in Episode 9!      Beau Boudreaux is New Orleans born and raised, and he uses his deep, southern roots for inspiration in his writing. Read more in Louisiana Literature and Southern Poetry Anthology, buy Running Red, Running Redder (Cherry Grove Collections, 2012) and see even more here.   Tell us what you think on our Facebook Event page for this episode! Sign for our email list if you’re in the area, and even if you’re not! If you haven’t yet, follow us on Twitter @PaintedBrideQ and Instagram @paintedbridequarterly. Don't forget to subscribe and rate us on our iTunes page! Send us a self-addressed stamped envelope, and we’ll send you a PBQ Podcast Slushpile sticker! Read on! KVM   Present at the Editorial Table: Kathleen Volk Miller Marion Wrenn Jason Schneiderman Tim Fitts   Production Engineer: Joe Zang   PBQ Box Score: 2=0 ------------------------   Todd Pierce If Only You Could Remember   When we came upon the muddy river between the mountains I realize now were not there, our dog crawling out of the lungs of the mysterious beast he found ahead of us, lost as much but more at home, we learned to distinguish dream from wish, surrounded by the forest’s tired breath chilling the sky, our noses bunched up against the scent of something not quite death, as I plucked a bloated tick off your nape and popped it under the rolling clouds, fine raindrops running red down the dog’s white sides.   Beau Boudreaux Brazilian   She leans in                                                     towards my ear   overwhelmed, awash                                       shock of perfume   zoo stench, sniff                                            an old Easter lily   no, I really do admire                                      the cut of her   hemline, zebra skin                                         bangs on the brow   oh commando                                                  Ms. Orlando   information I don’t need                                 a cheat, she’s the only one   smoking, cocktailed                                       touching my arm.      

Hello and welcome to episode 55!  In this episode we welcome author and Disney historian Todd Pierce, whose new book “3 Years in Wonderland: The Disney Brothers, C V Wood and the Making of the Great American Theme Park”” brings to light a very little known person from Disney history: C V Wood.  And it’s […]

In this episode we welcome author Todd Pierce to the show. Todd is the author of the new book Three Years in Wonderland. A book about C V Wood and the building and opening of Disneyland. It is a very interesting look into this time period of Disneyland history. We have an interesting discussion about how Disneyland struggled on that opening day, but it all worked out for the best. obviously. Plus current events and more! get our book Cleaning the Kingdom and show notes at www.thesweepspot.com

So you want to be a Disney historian? A lot of peple aspire to the title, even though it doesn't pay well--if at all--and pretty much no one is going to hire you to fill the job vacancy of "Disney Historian." Still, it's a noble field with many esteemed names, a number of whom it's been my pleasure to welcome to The Mouse Castle Lounge: Jim Fanning, Sam Gennawey, Didier Ghez, J.B. Kaufman, Jeff Kurtti, Todd Pierce and Paula Sigman Lowery. And those are just the people who have contributed to Jim Korkis' new book, How to Be a Disney Historian. It's a collection of tips, tricks and anecdotes about the world of Disney history research. It's an incredibly useful and informative book even if Disney history isn't your thing, because there's plenty of advice about writing and research in general, regardless of your particular topic of interest. Jim Korkis is a great friend of The Mouse Castle Lounge and it's always a pleasure to have him as my guest. The lengthy list of Disney history books Jim has written includes The Book of Mouse, Secret Stories of Walt Disney World, and four volumes of his Vault of Walt series. Today, Jim shares with us his best advice on how to become a Disney historian and what separates the contenders from the pretenders. Together, he and I tell our own real life stories about how to make an interview go horribly wrong. Please welcome Jim Korkis, my guest today in The Mouse Castle Lounge. Enjoy!www.TheMouseCastle.comRSS Feed: http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss

There's been a lot written about the birth of Disneyland and how Walt's eponymous theme park emerged from the Anaheim orange groves in the 1950s. We've all heard the myth-making official version: Walt visualizing his dream from a Griffith Park bench, the struggles to finance Disneyland, the struggles to build it, and especially the chaotic, near-disastrous opening day. But, have we ever really gotten the complete story? Disney historian Todd James Pierce sets out to do that in his fascinating new book, Three Years in Wonderland: The Disney Brothers, C.V. Wood, and the Making of the Great American Theme Park. Todd's book digs deep to chronicle the evolution of Disneyland from its humble early concept as a family park adjoining the Walt Disney Studios to its ultimate success as a one-of-a-kind themed destination. Along the way, we meet the people who made Disneyland a reality: Walt and Roy Disney certainly, but also an often overlooked character, C. V. Wood, or “Woody” as he was known to his friends. Woody was Disneyland's first general manager and a key player in the park's development. He was a shrewd and energetic entrepreneur, but also a charlatan of questionable ethics. His approach to business would help guarantee Disneyland's success, but would also ensure Wood's personal downfall with the Disney brothers a mere six months after grand opening. Todd spent nine years researching his book, with much of the content culled from more than 150 interviews. He's an English professor and co-director of the creative writing program at Cal Poly University. A long-time Disney fan, Todd is a contributor to the Disney History Institute website as well as the Walt's People book series. He's published a number of fiction and non-fiction works that have nothing to do with Disney and you can find out more about them at his website, www.ToddJamesPierce.com. Please welcome Todd Pierce, my guest today in The Mouse Castle Lounge. www.TheMouseCastle.comRSS Feed: http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss

This week, Jeff reports on a panel talk held recently at the Walt Disney Family Museum called "Disneyland: The Fan Driven Time Machine," which featured special guests Todd Pierce, Jeff Kurtti, Werner Weiss, and Sam Gennawey. The discussion was centered on the idea of the development of Disneyland, and how fans have come to adopt the park as their own - and likewise, how the company has responded to this relatively new cottage industry of "fandom." Next, we discuss the museum itself and tour the various exhibits, offering some of our personal highlights from the experience and describing a typical visit to this atypical museum, which features exhibits including the first known drawing of Mickey Mouse; a bench from Griffith Park upon which Walt may have sat; Oscars, awards and accolades; and dozens of samples of artwork, interviews, products, and more. Plus - working at Disneyland is a dream job for many, and Team Mousetalgia goes around the table divulging our secret Disney wishes - were we to become cast members!

Todd Pierce knows a lot about the Guantanamo Detention Camp.  As a Major with the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General Corp his job was to defend three of the detainees at Guantanamo Bay and considers indefinite detention a form of torture.