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Nick Lavery, an active-duty Green Beret in the US Army Special Forces, a combat-wounded warrior, an author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur joins me on this episode. Nick's awards include the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars, Bronze Star with “V” for valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, two Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medal, the OSS Society Peter Ortiz Award, the Bruce Price Leadership Award, and the Special Operations Command Excalibur Award. Nick's list of clients includes the Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Tool, Sherwin Williams, The FBI, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Habitat for Humanity, and many others.
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Guest host and spy thriller writer Stephen England sits down with James Stejskal, a former US Army Special Forces soldier, CIA officer, historian, and author. They discuss Stejskal's journey from special operations and intelligence work to writing both fiction and nonfiction. The conversation focuses on Mission Iran, his latest book, which uncovers Special Forces Detachment A's covert role in Operation Eagle Claw, the 1980 mission to rescue American hostages in Tehran. Stejskal shares firsthand insights into the mission, the dynamics between Special Forces, the CIA, and the State Department, and how his experience in the field shaped his writing. They also explore his Snake Eater Chronicles thrillers, his research into Cold War Berlin, and his upcoming novel, The Rat Catcher of Berlin. Along the way, Stejskal reflects on the reality of intelligence operations, the challenges of writing both history and fiction, and the enduring influence of special operations forces in modern conflicts. Don't miss this deep dive into espionage history, real-world spycraft, and how it translates into gripping storytelling. Connect with James on his website: https://jamesstejskal.wordpress.com/ Follow James on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/James-Stejskal-Writer/100063534272964/ Find Mission Iran and James' other books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-Stejskal/author/B00NXOQG4Y More about Stephen England: https://www.stephenenglandbooks.com/ Follow Stephen on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenengland.bsky.social Follow Stephen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephenenglandauthor Support Secrets and Spies Become a “Friend of the Podcast” on Patreon for £3/$4: www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies Buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996 Subscribe to our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com Connect with us on social media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/secretsandspies.bsky.social Instagram: https://instagram.com/secretsandspies Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretsandspies Spoutible: https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies Follow Chris and Matt on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fultonmatt.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/chriscarrfilm.bsky.social Secrets and Spies is produced by F & P LTD. Music by Andrew R. Bird Secrets and Spies sits at the intersection of intelligence, covert action, real-world espionage, and broader geopolitics in a way that is digestible but serious. Each episode unpacks global events through the lens of intelligence and geopolitics, featuring expert insights from former spies, authors, and analysts.
WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM -INTERVIEW - JIM HANSON - President of Security Studies Group and served in US Army Special Forces – discussed Ukraine talks. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - TIM GRAHAM - Executive Editor, Media Research Center's NewsBusters – Discussed MSNBC shakeup and MRC’s Defund PBS & NPR mobile billboard truck circling DC SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/timjgraham Media Research Center has a digital billboard truck driving all around the Capital Tuesday through Thursday and will be saying to defund PBS and NPR. MSNBC axes THREE more stars' shows after Joy Reid in network bloodbath MSNBC host Rachel Maddow rips own network for axing Joy Reid’s show and other ‘non-white’ hosts’ programs Lester Holt is stepping down as anchor of 'NBC Nightly News' after a decade DeSantis announces Florida ‘DOGE task force’ WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM -INTERVIEW - JIM HANSON - President of Security Studies Group and served in US Army Special Forces – discussed Ukraine talks Christopher F. Rufo ⚔️ on X: "EXCLUSIVE: @GrossmanHannah and I have obtained logs from the NSA’s secret transgender sex chatroom, in which NSA, CIA, and DIA employees discuss genital castration, artificial vaginas, piss fetishes, sex polycules, and gangbangs—all on government time. This is insane. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Targeted violence, domestic terrorism and international terrorism are changing. In the past, America has been the victim of large scale coordinated attacks. Today, acts of mass violence are as simple as cars, fireworks and household items. On April 15, 2013 two terrorists blew up homemade bombs at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Three innocent people were killed. Hundreds were injured. Boston Police Chief Daniel Linskey immediately found himself in charge of a mass casualty event and a multijurisdictional manhunt through the streets of Boston. Chief Linskey joined Fran Racioppi to share how he overcame fear, panic and the realization that in an instant the entire city was looking to him for guidance and direction. He shares how preparation and training between law enforcement and first responders in the years leading up to the attack was critical in their response. And he explains why in emergency response, there's no place for egos or credit, just action and results. Join our conversation from the shores of Plymouth Harbor. Follow us on social media, read the full episode on our website, then head over to our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast platform to catch Chief Linskey talk about Team Maureen, an organization he founded to honor his late cousin focused on preventing cancer in our Veterans. HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Introduction3:32 Becoming a US Marine8:47 Joining Boston Police15:05 Public Perception of Law Enforcement Today25:12 Are we prosecuting enough crime?31:07 Immigration policy effect on policing35:47 You're It at the Boston Marathon49:05 The bombing1:00:20 Standing guard over the victims1:19:37 The Manhunt1:35:29 Boston Strong1:39:04 Mental Health Mechanisms1:43:00 Biggest Lesson1:45:44 Thank youQUOTES“If you leave a place the same way you found it, you're not leading.”"If you want to learn leadership, lead.”“Cops hate change. The other thing cops hate is the way things are.” “If you think there's a problem with policing and leadership…ok…join and see what you can do from the inside.”“I would like to see any politician who is making policy on law enforcement to make them have to do a two week basic in-service class in law enforcement.”“If people think there's no accountability for assaulting a police officer…they're gonna do it.” “You can't just say you're training. You can't just pretend you're training. You can't just say bang bang you're dead.”“Leadership is putting your team to the task.”“He essentially said “Tag, you're it boss. And I didn't want to be it.”“Along with the devastation was a wave of shame and guilt that washed over me.”“I froze. I'm a United States Marine. I'm a cop. I'm the chief. I froze. I want to go home. I want to go home with my kids.” “In crisis there are 5,000 things you got to do, but you need to focus on the five most important right now.”“If you tell the troops what you want them to do and why they should do it, they'll do it.”The Jedburgh Podcast and the Jedburgh Media Channel are an official program of Green Beret Foundation, supporting US Army Special Forces of all generations.
Last week, a deal between Israel and Gaza was struck to bring back the Israeli hostages and to bring an end to the bloodshed which has engulfed Gaza over 15 months of fighting, since October 7th 2023. It's a deal which has brought relief to many, not least the families of hostages and civilians in Gaza, but also questions from others who see Israel as having failed to fully dismantle Hamas and finish the war aims they began their assault on Gaza with. In this episode, recorded last week on February 15th just as the deal was being finally struck, we discuss the deal and give a broader retrospective on the military campaign in Gaza in all its facets, with a man who has been to Gaza and seen much of it first hand. This week, Thomas invites Andrew Fox on to the Conflicted Community. Andrew is an ex-soldier in the British army, who served in three tours of Afghanistan, including one attached to the US Army Special Forces. Since then he's worked in academia as a senior lecturer in the War Studies and Behavioural Science departments at Sandhurst, as well as as a research fellow with the Henry Jackson Society. He's also a regular commentator on defence and foreign policy across the media, including his excellent substack which you can subscribe to here: https://mrandrewfox.substack.com/ Thomas and Andrew discuss the deal to bring a halt to fighting in Gaza, as well as his time serving in the British army, how this has affected the ways in which he looks at conflicts, before getting on to a fascinating new report he co-authored which examines the questionable counting of the Hamas run Gaza Health Ministry over the course of the conflict. To listen to the full episode, you'll need to subscribe to the Conflicted Community. And don't forget, subscribers can also join our Conflicted Community chatroom, where you can interact with fellow dearest listeners, discuss episodes past and future, get exclusive messages from Thomas and Aimen, ask future Q&A questions and so much more. All the information you need to sign up is on this link: https://conflicted.supportingcast.fm/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MHconflicted And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MHconflicted Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textThe title for this episode could go on forever! Dr. Richard Camona was certainly a jack of all trades, but at the highest levels. It was my honor to be able to sit down with him and not only chat about his career but how ours intersected in a very small way. I am in awe of his path to special forces, medicine and law enforcement. his life definitely needs to be preserved for generations. Please give him a warm welcome and be sure to come back because he had to come back for another episode to cover the extraordinary career and life he had...Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/
The health of our military service members and our Veterans is always a top line issue. Many suffer from illness and injury as a result of their service; and most are believed to be at higher risk for chronic sickness. Some of which is fortunately preventable. Cancer is a top concern for much of the military community. To dig into the increased risk cancer poses to our Veterans, Fran Racioppi sat down with Team Maureen; an organization focused on bringing attention and prevention of HPV and HPV-related cancers to our Veterans. Daniel Linskey, Kelly Welch and Dr. Emily Penick lead Team Maureen and founded the organization after the loss of their family and friend Maureen Russo. Worldwide, a woman dies of cervical cancer every two minutes. It is the second-most frequent cancer in the world. The military community is twice as likely to develop HPV, yet immunization rates among our servicemembers are 50% of the civilian community. 90% of HPV-related cancers are preventable through immunization.We broke down the facts of HPV, why it's rising exponentially in our military, how it's affecting both our women and men service-members, and what every single person, military and civilian, can do to prevent one of the deadliest, and preventable, cancers in society today.Check out our conversation over-looking Plymouth Harbor and with Cardinals in the air. Follow us on social media, read the full episode on our website, then head over to our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast platform to catch this conversation and our follow-up with Danny as he shares how he led the Boston Police Department during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Introduction1:50 Welcome to the South Shore4:44 What is Cervical Cancer?8:09 How do you get Cervical Cancer?9:49 What is the effect on men?11:38 Screening for HPV12:55 Oral Health importance14:23 Low vaccination rates17:40 Why are military at risk?19:58 Vaccination process24:57 Who was Maureen?29:17 How are you educating people?33:20 How do you get involved?QUOTES“Making sure that people know about the importance of prevention of HPV and early detection for cervical cancer is our mission.”“Nobody should die of cervical cancer. It's completely preventable.” “Why not be at the forefront of HPV prevention?” “This is something that can help your kids not get cancer.” “Active duty military and Veterans are 2x as likely as civilians to develop cancers associated with HPV.” “We should be able to get to that point where no one loses a loved one to cervical cancer.”“You think you're a badass. Cancer doesn't care if you're a badass.” The Jedburgh Podcast and the Jedburgh Media Channel are an official program of Green Beret Foundation, supporting US Army Special Forces of all generations.
Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Today, we bring you a bonus episode of Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring key issues currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World, with host deputy editor Amanda Borschel-Dan speaking with Andrew Fox. Fox, a research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, served in the British Army from 2005 to 2021, completing three tours in Afghanistan, including one attached to the US Army Special Forces. At the transatlantic think tank, he specializes in Defense, the Middle East, and disinformation. He holds degrees in Law and Politics, Modern War Studies and Psychology. This week, Fox and a team of researchers published a report that made international headlines titled, "Questionable Counting: Analysing the Death Toll from the Hamas-Run Ministry of Health in Gaza." According to the report, the Palestinian death toll for the Gaza war appears to include thousands of people who died of natural causes as well as incorrect figures — partly in an effort to inflate the toll of women and children. Worse, international media outlets are too quick to accept the figures from terror group Hamas -- usually without the scrutiny and rigor that are applied when reporting numbers supplied by Israel. The Hamas-run Health Ministry's figures, the report claims, are being manipulated for propaganda needs. [caption id="attachment_3442530" align="alignright" width="300"] Andrew Fox, a research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, on a research trip in the Gaza Strip, summer 2024. (courtesy)[/caption] The Gaza health ministry, under Hamas, “has systematically inflated the death toll by failing to distinguish between civilian and combatant deaths, over-reporting fatalities among women and children and even including individuals who died before the conflict began,” the report said. We discuss the report and hear Fox's assessment of how the IDF's operations in Gaza have played out, as well as the one arena Israel has neglected -- the fight for world opinion. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel’s ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: UK think tank: Gaza death toll inflated to defame Israel for targeting civilians Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textHow do you count the dead in Gaza? And really when we're talking about tens of thousands killed does a miscount here or there really make such a difference? The answer is yes, when that misinformation is used to accuse the IDF of purposefully targeting civilians and committing genocide. Andrew Fox has led the latest report by the Henry Jackson Society, Questionable Counting: Analysing The Death Toll From The Hamas-Run Ministry Of Health In Gazahttps://henryjacksonsociety.org/publications/questionable-counting/ An in-depth analysis of the active misrepresentation of deaths by Hamas and how these numbers are weaponized by international organisations to make false claims against Israel on the global stage.Andrew is an experienced combat veteran, who served in the British Army from 2005 to 2021, completing three tours in Afghanistan, including one attached to the US Army Special Forces. He served in the Parachute Regiment and the Special Forces Support Group, with additional tours in Bosnia, the Middle East, and Northern Ireland.Co-Creator and Host - Eylon LevyCo-Creator - Guy RossExecutive Producer - Asher Westropp-EvansDirector - Lotem SegevEditor/Assistant Director - Benny GoldmanGraphics - Thomas GirschResearcher - Tal Segal 0:00 - Coming up0:20 - Monologue4:55 - Welcome and intro to report7:27 - Battlefield perspective11:02 - Drilling down into the numbers - death ratios19:00 - False Hamas claims of 70% of deaths were women and children27:50 - Criticism of report death total32:20 - Hamas' past lies of combat deaths41:58 - Importance of combat ratio metric45:57 - How armies manage civilian deaths50:23 - Hamas tunnel network58:00 - What is a proportionate strike?1:03:13 - Media's coverage of Gaza1:08:10 - Challenging the narrative1:10:45 - Wrap upStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nation
Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring key issues currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World, with host deputy editor Amanda Borschel-Dan speaking with Andrew Fox. Fox, a research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, served in the British Army from 2005 to 2021, completing three tours in Afghanistan, including one attached to the US Army Special Forces. At the transatlantic think tank, he specializes in Defense, the Middle East, and disinformation. He holds degrees in Law and Politics, Modern War Studies and Psychology. This week, Fox and a team of researchers published a report that made international headlines titled, "Questionable Counting: Analysing the Death Toll from the Hamas-Run Ministry of Health in Gaza." According to the report, the Palestinian death toll for the Gaza war appears to include thousands of people who died of natural causes as well as incorrect figures — partly in an effort to inflate the toll of women and children. Worse, international media outlets are too quick to accept the figures from terror group Hamas -- usually without the scrutiny and rigor that are applied when reporting numbers supplied by Israel. The Hamas-run Health Ministry's figures, the report claims, are being manipulated for propaganda needs. The Gaza health ministry, under Hamas, “has systematically inflated the death toll by failing to distinguish between civilian and combatant deaths, over-reporting fatalities among women and children and even including individuals who died before the conflict began,” the report said. We discuss the report and hear Fox's assessment of how the IDF's operations in Gaza have played out, as well as the one arena Israel has neglected -- the fight for world opinion. So this week, we ask London-based defense analyst Andrew Fox, what matters now. What Matters Now podcasts are available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: The IDF operates in the southern Gaza Strip's Rafah in this hand out image from December 16, 2024. (IDF)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tribe Within the Tribe: Building Community in Triathlon with Ray Lake and Zan Larsen Ever wonder how elite athletes stay motivated, overcome setbacks, and achieve long-term success? This week, we have Ray Lake and Zan Larsen, accomplished triathletes and members of Team USA. Hear their incredible journeys—from unique first races to representing their country on the world stage! Ray and Zan share their secrets to thriving in triathlon, emphasizing the importance of community, finding your personal "why," and prioritizing rest and recovery. Discover how Ray, introduced to the sport through the US Army Special Forces, now competes to honor fallen comrades. Learn how Zan, initially spurred by a bet, found her passion and joy in the challenging world of triathlon. This episode is packed with valuable insights for athletes of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just starting out, Ray and Zan's dedication, resilience, and commitment to supporting others in the sport will inspire you. Tune in to discover how to find your own "why," build a strong community, and achieve your goals – all while remembering the Tri Beginner's Luck motto: "Whenever you Tri Beginner's Luck, you truly always win." Don't forget to leave a review, share it with your friends, and follow Tri Beginner's luck on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. And send any questions or feedback you have to tblpodbiz@tribeginnersluck.com. _____
The Abraham Accords marked a significant foreign policy achievement for President Donald Trump at the end of his first term in 2020. What's next for the Abraham Accords under a new Trump administration? Joining us is Rob Greenway, Director of the Allison Center for National Security at the Heritage Foundation and former senior director for Middle Eastern and North African Affairs on the National Security Council, to discuss the opportunities and challenges President Trump will face in the Middle East. Guest hosted by Benjy Rogers, AJC's Director for Middle East and North Africa Initiatives, Greenway draws on his firsthand experience with the Abraham Accords to explore how these agreements can be expanded and how security and economic cooperation between Israel and its neighbors can be strengthened. Resources: AJC Experts Assess the Global Impact of Trump's Election What President-Elect Trump's Nominees Mean for Israel, Antisemitism, and More The Abraham Accords, Explained Listen – AJC Podcasts: The Forgotten Exodus: with Hen Mazzig, Einat Admony, and more. People of the Pod: Honoring Israel's Lone Soldiers This Thanksgiving: Celebrating Service and Sacrifice Away from Home The ICC Issues Arrest Warrants: What You Need to Know What President-Elect Trump's Nominees Mean for Israel, Antisemitism, and More Follow People of the Pod on your favorite podcast app, and learn more at AJC.org/PeopleofthePod You can reach us at: peopleofthepod@ajc.org If you've appreciated this episode, please be sure to tell your friends, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. __ Transcript of Conversation with Rob Greenway: Manya Brachear Pashman: The landmark achievement of the first Trump Administration was President Trump's ability to successfully broker peace treaties between Israel and the Arab countries of the UAE, Bahrain, and Morocco. While much has changed since the September 2020 signing of the Abraham Accords, there are high hopes that a second Trump Administration will once again focus on brokering Arab-Israeli peace. This week, my colleague Benjy Rogers, AJC's Director for Middle East and North Africa Initiatives, invited an expert from the first Trump administration to share his insights on what to expect. Benjy, the mic is yours. Benjamin Rogers: What can we expect from the incoming Trump administration, particularly when it comes to the committee's policy and the future of the Abraham Accords and regional integration? To help us break it all down, we're joined by someone who's been at the center of these historic developments, Rob Greenway. Rob is the director of the Allison Center for National Security at the Heritage Foundation, where he formulates policy to defend American freedom and prosperity. Rob has first hand experience with the Abraham Accords, having served as Deputy Assistant to the President and senior director of the National Security Council's Middle Eastern and North African Affairs Directorate during the first Trump administration. Rob has more than 30 years in public service, including as President and Executive Director of the Abraham Accords Peace Institute, advocating for the expansion of the agreements he helped craft. Rob has also served as Senior Intelligence Officer at the Defense Intelligence Agency, and is a decorated combat veteran within the US Army Special Forces. Rob, welcome to People of the Pod. We are honored to have you here. Rob Greenway: It's my great pleasure. Thanks for having me. Benjamin Rogers: Let's jump right into it. Much has changed in the Middle East since the last Trump administration, while the hope of the Abraham Accords continued into the Biden administration, the horrors of October 7 in its aftermath have transformed the region. How do you think the next Trump administration will address the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, and do you see renewed hope for continuing to deepen and expand the Abraham Accords? Rob Greenway: It's a great question. I'll start in reverse order, because that's the optimistic part, right? The hope in all of the relatively dark circumstances and the escalation of the conflict that's really accelerated, but didn't begin in October the seventh, but it certainly accelerated dramatically. I certainly judge that there is hope. And there's hope because the shared interest between Israel and its neighboring countries is, in fact, very strong. And that the US fundamentally, and certainly under a Trump administration, I think, will reprioritize efforts to normalize Israel's relations with its neighbors, to confront shared adversaries, which obviously is Iran, its surrogates and proxies, including Hamas and Hezbollah. But also because the economic potential has to be unlocked through integration of Israel and its neighbors and the countries within the region. They all know this, and they all recognize the intrinsic importance of it, so both for security purposes and for economic reasons, the normalization process will be resumed, certainly under a Trump administration as a matter of policy. It is, in many ways, the solution to the problems we're seeing in the region right now. Benjamin Rogers: Say a little bit more about that, Rob, if you would, what particular solutions do you think can come as a result of expansion of Abraham Accords, regional integration? Rob Greenway: Sure. On the one hand, the practical side of it is Israel's defense is better done working with and through with other partners, not just the United States, but its neighbors, so the extent to which cooperation could be expanded, they can jointly meet the threat from Iran, and will, in fact, have to do so. Iran, unfortunately, has been fed too long by appeasement the last four years. It's flush with cash. It's at nuclear threshold. The only way for Israel to effectively defend itself is more often than not, working with like-minded partners, and certainly the United States. Together, I think it's easier to provide a defense. Remember the ballistic missile attacks against Israel, which now unfortunately, have happened twice. It took a regional neighborhood response to that in order to effectively detect and intercept the range of missiles and drones and cruise missiles coming from Iran. That's a picture of what the potential is and should be. It's also a strong deterrent. When Israel's standing with its partners and allies in the region, it discourages the escalation that Iran is responsible for. And again, the economic potential is also critical, and it's so important that they would protect and defend the relationship, because it's so vital to all of their future potential. Benjamin Rogers: I appreciate what you said on defense, and I think that makes a lot of sense, but I want to drill into a little bit more on the economic side of things, because it's easiest to say, hey, look, there's greater ties, there's greater business. This is a region that, little over 10 years ago, went through the Arab Spring. This is a region that is not all the Gulf. This is a region where there's lots of poverty and there's lots of struggles. A region that is impacted by the daily changes throughout the globe. How does economic cooperation address some of those concerns? Address some of those issues? How does a more integrated Middle East, will it actually make your average person on the streets, life better? How do you get there? Rob Greenway: So first, a couple of points. If you talk to countries in the region. They all share similar concerns. They look a little different, but they have similar concerns. One is the security environment. Again, each of them have a different focus, but they're all concerned about the security environment, largely again, the threat from Iran. Second is that they've got a domestic population that, in all too many cases, ultimately will have difficulty finding employment for its large youth population, growing population below the age of 25. They're all very cognizant of this, and they know that the solution is economic integration, regionally and perhaps globally. And so they know that they have a problem. They know that the solution is better integration. It's historically not been the case. Intra-GCC trade has always been less than 15% historically, Europe and Russia are probably still trading more than that now, even though they're at war essentially in Europe, but the GCC has not done so, but they know that they can't sustain it. Second, how it helps average individuals. The employment opportunities. And look, it's not just integrating the country's economies. The reality is, the strongest economic potential is allowing market markets to be connected between Europe and Asia, through the Middle East. So to move goods and services between Asian and European markets, the Middle East has to be transited. If you integrate the countries from a transportation standpoint and from an economic standpoint, the potential becomes vast. That's the real economic promise. Integrating a company's bilateral trade with UAE, with Israel, is absolutely spectacular to watch, but that's the beginning. The end is to better integrate economies and markets globally through which the region is a critical transport link. It can happen. They want it to happen, and I think we can make it happen, and I hope we do. Benjamin Rogers: That's fascinating. I think it's just such a stark difference in the way we've been approaching the region recently, which is doom and gloom. This is cause for hope. This is a cause for a way forward. But October 7, we saw, and you've mentioned this country repeatedly, we saw how spoilers can completely upend this hope. You mentioned a little bit, but can you say a little bit more about how the Trump administration is thinking about countries like the Iranian regime, how the Trump administration will ensure that terror organizations like Hezbollah, like Hamas, will not ever be able to threaten this, this pretty remarkable vision that you're sharing today. Rob Greenway: It's a great question. Maybe the central question. First, we didn't see this threat manifest itself, even though it was there, latent. It didn't just come into creation on October the seventh. Obviously, it existed during the first Trump term, but it never manifested itself this way because it had boundaries. The boundaries come in two ways. First is an absolute, demonstrable commitment to Israel's security, not question, not speculative, not changing or dynamic as it is now and unfortunately, wanting in too many cases, it was ironclad. Everyone in the region knew it, and everyone saw it, and that's an incredibly important part of deterrence. The second and perhaps even more important is denying resources to your adversaries. It sounds fundamental. You shouldn't pay your enemies to attack you, but that's what appeasement is, and that's what's happened in the last four years of the Biden administration. You can't give the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism $120 billion of excess revenue and not expect them to engage in terrorism. And so they did. The principal applied the first Trump term will absolutely come back in the second and that's denying them the resources. And so for us, you know, I watched Hezbollah for decades, and to see them ask for members to donate their organs to raise funds at the end of the maximum economic pressure campaign, by the end of 2020, as a sign of success, in a sense that they were they were deprived and unable to conduct attacks and enter into that risk. I know that that will have a similar result. It's going to take a while to get back to it, but I strongly believe it has to happen, and I believe that it will happen. Benjamin Rogers: Thanks Rob. I want to also dive into what's been front and center on a lot of people's rights now, which is Israeli-Palestinian relations. What do you think the Trump approach will be? And this, to me, is particularly interesting, because, you know, we saw early in the Trump administration, the focus on the deal of the century, focus on peace and prosperity. We saw an initial rejection by the Palestinian Authority, by the PLO to any sort of agreement. We know that many in the Israeli government have a range of views, quite strong views. And I would say the population as a whole, any mechanisms of peace while an ongoing war is happening, particularly in the aftermath of October 7 and something that is more challenging than ever to talk about. How do you see the Israeli Palestinian conflict, and how do you see a Trump administration approaching it? Rob Greenway: I believe I've read somewhere. I'm sure you did too. There's nothing new under the sun. And in most cases, there are precedents and examples. Look, for over four decades, people pursued the Israel-Palestine conflict as the central issue in the region, and they made no progress on either front. The region didn't get better, and Israel's relationship with the Palestinians didn't improve, empirically and objectively. The approach in the Trump administration was, what are the most pressing threats to our interest in the region's interest, including Israel? The answer is Iran, its surrogates and proxies. And ISIS in 2017 as you recall. And so the premise is, start with the highest order of threat. If you get the sequence wrong, you know you're going to inevitably have adverse consequences. You can't paint the kitchen when your house is on fire. It's not a perfect analogy, but the idea is, we have to deal with the most primary threats first, and if you don't deal with Iran as the principal source of instability in the region, you can't make progress on anything else, including this issue. Second, as we heard from, John Kerry's famous remarks in 2016, deeply held belief then, and I fear still now, you cannot make progress on Israel-Arab relations without making progress on the Palestinian file. And he emphasized, you can't. And obviously you can. We proved it in the form of the Abraham Accords, and President Trump led the way. And I think that will come back again. And that, I think, is the key to success. But everyone I talked to in Israel tells me the same thing, the two state solution is dead after October the seventh. At some point it may resurrect itself. I think at the end of the day, we focus on the primary threat, build a stronger relationship between Israel and its neighbors, and then we can also improve the lives of the Palestinian people in a variety of ways, which the Abraham Accords were designed to do and its members insisted on. And second, as you mentioned, the peace to prosperity plan, I think we'll end up leveraging the work done there, the fantastic work that Jared did, just he did with the Abraham Accords, and resurrect that for what needs to happen next in places like Gaza and South Lebanon. And I think that will improve the lives of the Palestinian people. So it's a reverse sequencing, essentially. I think that gets to a different outcome. But if you start with an impossible, intractable problem, everything else becomes difficult. Benjamin Rogers: Fascinating. Saudi Arabia. What do you think can be done? What do you think relations are between the US and Saudi Arabia, between Israel and Saudi Arabia. I know there's been strong comments that have got a lot of attention as of late, but where do you see that relationship going? Rob Greenway: I think the good news is that President Trump's relationship with the kingdom and with Saudi leadership like the region, was exceptional. His first visit as President of the United States on May 17, was to Riyadh and then to Jerusalem, and then to Rome, very deliberately and very intentionally. And the policies he set forth were what we carried as guidance for the four years that followed. And I think it bore fruit. That relationship is key, and I think it's going to be restored. It was deeply damaged on a number of fronts under the Biden-Harris administration, I think that damage is going to be undone by a different relationship and approach. And second, look, we've had decades, generations of cooperation with Saudi Arabia, as we have with Israel, and that puts President Trump in a unique position to be able to broker the inevitable peace between the two. But I think it's something that, like most negotiations, and certainly in the Middle East, we should give space for the new administration to do this privately and not have a public negotiation, because all that's going to do is complicated for all parties, and it'll make the end objective more difficult. I think it'll happen. I think it needs to happen. Last thing I'll say is, it isn't as much about security, although that's certainly a critical part of it. It's also, again, about managing global markets between the United States and Saudi Arabia, because this is what, obviously, for our purposes and for the region's purposes, we've got to be able to do. As long as China is dependent upon Middle Eastern oil and gas, we've got to be able to exercise some control over it. And we can't let Russia, as an exporter and our partners and allies in the region, manage global exports to China. So this isn't limited to the region itself. Our relationship with Riyadh is vital. It is strategic. It is necessary. It helped us prevail in the Cold War against the Soviet Union. It'll be absolutely vital in competition with China and with Russia. So it's critical on a number of fronts. President Trump instinctively understands this better than I think anyone, and I think he's in a unique position to close the real deal of the century. Benjamin Rogers: Staying on this topic, for a little bit, where else, what other countries in the Middle East do you think are going to be of a particular focus to the incoming Trump administration? Rob Greenway: So not surprisingly, Riyadh would unlikely be the only country to join the Accords, not followed by others. So I could think of most other countries in the Gulf would be good candidates. But I also think it's not limited to the region, right? There are a number of other Muslim majority countries that are not necessarily Arab, that reside outside the region that would be enormously beneficial from an economic standpoint and from a diplomatic standpoint. And we had a number of conversations with many countries that fall into this category. So there's, I think, a new vista that opens with the successful conclusion of getting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to establish normalized diplomatic relations. And again, I think if you confront Iran, this becomes possible. If you don't confront Iran, it's virtually impossible. Benjamin Rogers: I want to zoom out, but before I do, you have, you have explained how you've explained in detail, where the Trump administration may go. You've expressed some criticism of the Biden administration. Is there anything related to Middle East policy that the Biden administration pursued? Things like the Negev Forum, things like the concept of I2U2, of IMEC, things where do you think those are actually helpful mechanisms that may continue into a Trump administration? Or do you think this is essentially going to be a return to priorities that were started in the first Trump administration? Rob Greenway: I think it's going to be more of the latter than the former. Negev ultimately was taking the Abraham Accords and introducing it into a multilateral fora. But the attempt, I think, was ultimately not successful, not because of October the seventh, but because one they made it a diplomatic conference, which we deliberately didn't do with the Abraham Accords. We were more focused on getting the businessmen together and the parts of the government that dealt with trade and concrete relationships, because that's what they wanted. So we didn't try and impose a forum on them. We tried to allow it to grow organically in the areas where they were interested, and, frankly, where you could measure the progress. I mean, as you know, having a diplomatic conference is not a difficult thing to do. Having one with an outcome might be a bit of a challenge. So we were inclined to approach it from an economic perspective. Ultimately, we'd like to see it get to the security domain. I think there is a difference. But again, it's an extension of the Accords that were built during the Trump administration. They also intended to insert the Palestinian issue into the equation, and they worked to get it introduced into the forum. I don't know the wisdom behind it, and ultimately, I think it became an impediment, but I will say that ultimately, they did come to the conclusion the Abraham Accords was a good thing. The Abraham Accords was beneficial to the region, and the region wanted to see the US invested in it. Unfortunately, I think it came too late, and it was overshadowed by the intrinsic policy contradiction of feeding Iran and attempting to deal with the consequences of it. So you can't feed the greatest threat to instability in the region and attempt to work together towards normalization at the same time, the two objectives are in complete opposition to one another. And so they were working across purposes, and the region saw it, and I think they were unable to get progress because of it. Sudan is probably the only accord member country that unfortunately has collapsed into virtual civil war, which was again a very tragic and unnecessary result of bad policy choice. And it can and it must be reversed. And I trust the Trump second Trump administration would make that a priority as well. Benjamin Rogers: I'm happy to hear that, because that's an area that we have focused on, and I think absolutely heartbreaking to see what's unfolding in Sudan right now. I'd be remiss if I didn't make a plug for AJC Center for a New Middle East, which is something our CEO Ted Deutch announced in June, and essentially our concept is, let's take the decades of trust that AJC has cultivated over the last 70+ years. Let's take the network that we have in places like Europe, in the Middle East, with our office in Abu Dhabi and in Jerusalem. We have offices across Asia. We've got offices in Africa. How can we use that architecture to be a helpful model in bringing people together? So I wanted to ask you, as someone with so much experience on this, what role do you see for civil society organizations in being able to help cultivate, reinvigorate, bring together more hope to a region that is really reeling? Rob Greenway: Having come from the Abraham Accords Peace Institute, where this was our purpose, and having worked with your offices and your organization and many others, I'm convinced that there is an absolute necessity for private organizations to help contribute to and to ensure that there's continuity and successes are sustained. Especially in the people to people contact, but areas like education, in sports and athletics, enormous potential. And it will require private organizations. This is one of many areas where government doesn't do it well. So I think government has opened a door. It can open others. Private organizations ultimately are going to determine success and failure, and that includes, of course, businesses. So I think it's absolutely essential, and I think that organizations like AJC and others are uniquely positioned to be able to translate the potential into concrete success in a number of different fronts that either government can't do or it's just not well equipped to do. So 100% agree, and in fact, again, this is too, where more people external to the region can really make a contribution, and small ways can have a massive impact. And we had the luxury of being able to work on a number. And we saw the fruits of that, and I think we'll continue to see. Some of them take decades to materialize, but it's worth it. Benjamin Rogers: Amazing. Thanks, Rob. So I promised I would zoom out a little bit, because I know you're not only an expert in the Middle East, but look at the whole globe. Outside of the Middle East, where do you think when it comes to foreign affairs, the Trump administration will be focused? How will it address issues like Russia, Ukraine? How will it address issues like China? Rob Greenway: So if you just consider the staggering array of security challenges that the new Trump administration is going to inherit and confront, it can be overwhelming. For two reasons. First, because it's happening on virtually every continent, right, in every cardinal direction you look, there's not just a crisis, but in many cases, a conflict that is unprecedented or hasn't been seen at this level in a generation. First land war in Europe since the Second World War, a Middle East that hasn't been this unstable since, I think at least 1979, perhaps earlier. These are generational challenges. And I could add to that, of course, China in both the first second island chains and the potential threat against Taiwan. Massive challenges to the international order and the US vital national security interests. Number two, they're not just connected in a temporal space. Yes, unfortunately, Russia, China, Iran, North Korea, are working together in unprecedented ways. The provision of ballistic missiles and drones from Iran, nuclear technology going in the other direction. All horrible. But the fact that they are connected in ways that are impossible to segregate, so you can't solve one problem while you're waiting to solve the other two. Because the solution to each is integrated to the problem in the other. And energy, as I mentioned already, is just one of those ways, and perhaps one of the most important. So if you want to restore maximum economic pressure against Iran–and we have to–you're going to be taking them gradually off the international market. Without disrupting prices in everyone's economies, including ours, you've got to compensate for it. There are ways to do it, but Russia is an exporter too, and China is a consumer. So you think about the sequencing behind how to confront these challenges, it is going to be absolutely one of the most complex I think any presidential administration has faced. And again, economic insecurity is integral. And I say that too, because the Trump administration thankfully at the top, with the President himself and many of his trusted advisors and cabinet officials come from a business background, and they understand the economics, because that's the world in which they grew up in. As well as the security domain. And I think they're uniquely configured to be able to solve this. And they have the experience of working in these regions. A daunting series of challenges. And I think all of us watching this progress need to give them time and patience, because the scope of these challenges are massive. And I didn't mention, you know, the interior crisis at the border and the millions of illegal immigrants, tens of thousands of which are terrorists or known criminals. And that just adds to the complexity, and also can't be addressed in isolation. So massive challenges, all of them connected, security and economic standpoint, and it's going to take time, but this team and the president, I think, are uniquely postured to be able to do it. Benjamin Rogers: Rob, I really want to thank you for everything today. Before we conclude, any final thoughts? Rob Greenway: So I'd like to end again on a positive note, because it's easy to get distracted with the crises. The solution to these problems are what make them possible. Seeing the potential is what gives you the drive, the resolve, to fix it, and it also makes it possible. So if there wasn't a good solution to these problems, they would persist. The reality is that integrating the Middle East and Israel and its neighbors and connecting global markets is key to solving these problems. It's also what's going to prevent it from happening again. If we can lean into it and do it successfully and follow through on what was started, we'll be able to see not only a cessation of these problems, we'll be able to see a real improvement in regional quality of life, and hopefully peace and prosperity will again dominate, rather than conflict and chaos. Benjamin Rogers: Alright Rob, thank you so much for your time. We really appreciate it. Rob Greenway: My great pleasure. Thanks for having me.
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In this episode of Make Ready with the Experts Podcast, Fernando Coelho from Panteao Productions talks with Matthew Little. Matt retired as the training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran with decades of operational, instructional, and training experience in firearms, tactics, and combatives. Matt is also a lifelong martial artist and former nationally ranked competitor. He is ranked as a grand master class shooter by the US Practical Shooting Association, and a master class shooter by the Steel Challenge Shooting Association and the International Defensive Pistol Association. Matt has instructed police and military personnel in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught firearms, self-defense and martial arts extensively to civilians. He has written articles on training and tactics for nationally syndicated magazines, and has published his first book, “The Way is in Training.”
Mike uses the platforms of business coaching and leadership training to fulfill his passion: helping others maximize their own personal and professional value. As a member of the 8150 Advisors team, Mike collaborates with private practice owners through strategic growth, creating next level leaders, operational efficiency, and team engagement. Several practices have doubled in practice value as result of their collaboration. Prior to joining the 8150 team, Mike helped Rock Valley Physical Therapy grow from 26 to 52 locations as their first VP of Growth & Development. New patient volumes increased 210% during his six-year tenure where he was responsible for de novo and mature clinic growth. While serving as Director of Operations for Proaxis Therapy, he was an integral leader in developing physician relations, operational excellence, and a five-star patient experience. Dedicated to life-long learning, Mike earned a BS from Mount Union College, an MDiv with Leadership Specialization from Indiana Wesleyan University, and a DPT from the Duke University School of Medicine. Mike is a Certified Coach and DISC Personality Assessment Trainer through the Maxwell Leadership Team. Mike began his career at the Ohio State University Sports Medicine Center where his experiences included consulting with the US Army Special Forces, treating a Masters champion and several NFL draft picks. He has served APTA and PPS as a Federal Affairs Liaison, APTA Delegate, PPS Impact Editorial Board Member, and PPS Annual Conference presenter. In addition to his business ventures, Mike serves part-time as the Partner Relations Manager for Zoe Empowers. Zoe is an empowerment-based program in India and nine African countries which transforms youth-led households to self-sufficiency in just three years. He has led several trips to Rwanda, Kenya, and Malawi to allow US partners to see the program's impact. Mike lives in Iowa and enjoys time with his wife Kim (also a PT!), their four boys, and two dogs.
Major George Petrie served in the U.S. Army Special Forces in Vietnam. He was a member of MACV-SOG, and was the first soldier to hit the ground during the Son Tay Raid. MACV or “Military Assistance Command, Vietnam”, was a highly classified, multi-service special operations unit consisting in part of US Army Special Forces, Navy SEALs, and CIA personnel in Vietnam. SOG, or “Studies and Observations Group”, was a subcomponent of MACV that provided on the ground intelligence to and conducted operations, including reconnaissance missions, evacuations, prisoner captures, and much more from control sites across Vietnam. In this interview, Petrie recounts Operation Ivory Coast (Son Tay Raid), a significant POW rescue operation. Petrie also served in Panama and the Dominican Republic. You can read more about Petrie here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I speak with William Yeske on signing up to the US Army Special Forces, the story of a squad killing IED, having a grenade thrown at you and living a life you can be proud of. ★ William's Bio: ★ “DAMN THE VALLEY” was a phrase regularly uttered by the men that spent any amount of time in the Arghandab River Valley during the deployment of 2 Fury to Afghanistan in 2009–2010. The valley has claimed bodies from the troops of Alexander the Great, the British Empire, and more recently, the Russian Army. Operating in the valley was like nothing the men could have envisaged, they called it the “meat grinder.”It was a deployment that the media didn't talk about, and the government doesn't acknowledge. Three of the company were KIA, more than a dozen suffered life-changing injuries, and half the company had Purple Hearts—not many modern-day deployments have a 52% casualty rate. At one point, the entire prosthetics ward at Walter Reed was full of the men who patrolled that deadly area of the world.Since their return, many of the survivors have struggled to move on with their lives, and the unit has been declared at "extraordinary risk" by the Department of Veteran Affairs. No one who entered that region was left unscathed. This book shares the perspective of the men that were on the ground for that deployment during the fighting season of 2010.Connect with William:https://damnthevalleybook.com
The most-watched livestream in Failure to Stop history with 20,550+ views. Eric Tansey and Mike the Cop are joined by former US Army Special Forces operator, former LEO Firearms Instructor Matthew Tardio to discuss his knowledge of the Giant of Kandahar and other strange phenomena in Afghanistan. He's also the co-host of the Speak the Truth podcast. First aired on Mar 1, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Gene Yu, Founder & CEO of Blackpanda.Gene has a diverse background, with early roles at Palantir's Asia office and Credit Suisse on Wall Street. He also served as a team leader in the US Army Special Forces, completing four combat tours in Iraq and the Southern Philippines. Gene is an active angel investor, renowned for leading the successful rescue of Evelyn Chang from Abu Sayyaf terrorists in 2013. He graduated with top honors in computer science from West Point and has attended Johns Hopkins University and Stanford's Executive Program.Gene's book, about the incredible rescue of Evelyn Chang, can be purchased here.
We pay tribute to retired Army Master Sgt. John William Boswell (Bozz), Ph.D., who spent most of his career in Special Forces (Delta) prior to going to college as undergraduate (at DU) through graduate, eventuating in a Ph.D. during the lockdowns of 2020 from Claremont Colleges. He was my best friend in graduate school and an inspiration and motivator for The Republican Professor project, of which this podcast is a key part. We then proceed, as Bozz would've wanted, to get right back into, continuing where we left off with Senior Judge Anthony Ishii's take-down of Kamala Harris in Silvester v. Harris, 41 F. Supp. 3d 927 ff (2014). We finish the findings of fact , today, and proceed legal analysis in this pivotal case involving the 10 day waiting period of firearm transfers in the State of California and how the State abuses its citizens by any method it can, this being just one of them. The Republican Professor is a pro-John-Bozz-Boswell, pro-Constitution podcast. Here is the link to John's obit : https://www.eventcreate.com/e/johnwboswell Therefore, welcome back Anthony Ishii and thanks for helping us to remember my dear friend John William Boswell (Bozz), 1959 -2023. The Republican Professor is produced and hosted by Dr. Lucas J. Mather, Ph.D.
Katie Gorka has had an extensive career in government and research. She was a research fellow for outreach at The Heritage Foundation and later joined the Trump Transition Team in 2016. From 2017 to 2019, she served as a senior advisor in the Office of Policy at the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on strategies for preventing terrorism, targeted violence, and combatting the use of the internet for terrorism and human trafficking. In 2019, she briefly served as the press secretary for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Prior to her government roles, Katie was the President of the Threat Knowledge Group from 2014 to 2017, where she provided expertise and training on irregular warfare and terrorism to various organizations including the FBI, US Army Special Forces, Marine Corps, and law enforcement. From 2009 to 2014, she served as the Executive Director of the Westminster Institute, conducting research and education on threats posed by extremist ideologies.Katie was born in Boston and grew up in various places on the East Coast, from Franconia, New Hampshire, to Asheville, North Carolina. She earned her B.A. in Comparative Literature at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her M.Sc. in Politics of the World Economy at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She lived in Budapest, Hungary for twelve years, working on aspects of the post-communist transition, including projects to help rebuild civil society.Currently, Katie lives in McLean, Virginia, with her husband, Sebastian Gorka. They have a son and a daughter. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/unimpressedpodcast. https://plus.acast.com/s/unimpressedpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
“Never again is now, we don't stand for Jews being killed freely anymore, that stays in the 1940s where it belongs.”Andrew Fox served as an officer in the British Army from 2005-2021, leaving with the rank of Major. He completed 3 tours of Afghanistan, including one attached to US Army Special Forces. He also served in Bosnia, Northern Ireland and the Middle East. He studied Law as an undergraduate, and completed a Master's in History & War Studies whilst serving. He now studies Psychology of disinformation at Master's level and is halfway through a PhD on the US Reconstruction. He has been a lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and is a researcher and commentator on the Middle East. We, the people of Israel, and not our government of whom so much has been said, we are the buffer between civilization and the enemies of freedom who seek at every moment to tear down the pillars of the west.Israelis know this because we live it.We are raw and stinging from the fight, from pushing back against this tidal wave of murderous hate.Andrew is uniquely positioned to comment on much of what Israelis are experiencing right at this moment having studied the politics of the Middle East, the psychology of humankind, and lived the experience of fighting for it. He understands the context intimately and more to the point - which questions to ask. Don't miss this discussion.https://twitter.com/Mr_Andrew_Fox Get full access to Ilana Rachel Daniel at ilanaracheldaniel120.substack.com/subscribe
Charlie Williams is a 20 year Army Special Forces Veteran who is currently the founder and CEO of Pineland Resources. Pineland Resources provides search and rescue services throughout the state of North Carolina. They also teach Basic Land Search, Land Navigation, Man tracking, Search and Rescue management and control. among a myriad of other things. Seaux Larreau is 27 year U.S. Army Special Forces Veteran working mainly with 5th Group and 10th Group. He has over 30 years of experience teaching visual tracking tactics and techniques. He was instrumental in modernizing much of the equipment such as night vision, weapons, ammunition and other items now being currently fielded in the US Army Special Forces community.
Katie Gorka discusses her new book on the takeover of America by what she calls "NextGen" Marxism. The original and failed dystopian idea of communism has a taken on a new form of revolutionary strategy. One of her greatest concerns is the current weaponization of law enforcement for political purposes. She remains hopeful and her book suggests a 10-point action plan which includes taking action locally. People are much less afraid today and are speaking up, Americans aren't going to take this lying down. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Katharine Gorka: The Takeover of America by NextGen Marxism #424 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.comDonate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donationsConsult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopoliticseasyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.comEscape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopoliticsPassVult https://passvult.comSociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.comWise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites NextGen Marxism: What It Is and How to Combat It https://www.encounterbooks.com/books/next-gen-marxism X https://twitter.com/GorkaKatie Katie Gorka Website https://katiegorka.org About Katharine Gorka KATHARINE CORNELL GORKA served as Director for Civil Society at The Heritage Foundation. Prior to that she worked as a presidential appointee in the Office of Policy at the Department of Homeland Security, where she focused on strategies for prevention of terrorism and targeted violence. She was President of Threat Knowledge Group from 2014 to 2017, providing expertise and training on irregular warfare and terrorism to the FBI, US Army Special Forces, Marine Corps, and law enforcement. From 2009 to 2014 she was the executive director of the Westminster Institute, which conducted research and education on threats posed by extremist ideologies. She co-edited the volume, Fighting the Ideological War: Winning Strategies from Communism to Islamism. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)
GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: KATHARINE CORNELL GORKA formally served as Director for Civil Society at The Heritage Foundation. Prior to that she worked as a presidential appointee in the Office of Policy at the Department of Homeland Security, where she focused on strategies for prevention of terrorism and targeted violence. She was President of Threat Knowledge Group from 2014 to 2017, providing expertise and training on irregular warfare and terrorism to the FBI, US Army Special Forces, Marine Corps, and law enforcement. From 2009 to 2014 she was the executive director of the Westminster Institute, which conducted research and education on threats posed by extremist ideologies. She co-edited the volume, Fighting the Ideological War: Winning Strategies from Communism to Islamism. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Mitch Brown is a Pollster & Director of Political Strategy at Cygnal.
Todd Wilcox has a fascinating career journey, truly living the American rags-to-riches story. Born in a low-income neighborhood in South Tampa with a single mother Todd grew up helping raise his siblings when a mentor changed his life. Convinced that education was his path out he earned an Army ROTC scholarship to the University of Tampa. Upon graduating, he went on to serve as a rifle platoon leader with the 101st Airborne Division during Operation Desert Storm. Upon promotion to Captain, Todd volunteered to transfer to the US Army Special Forces branch, and after earning his Green Beret, he commanded a Special Forces A-team in counter-terrorism in East Asia. After 8 years of military service, he resigned to accept a position with the CIA to join the global war on terrorism. Todd left the CIA in 2006 to create Patriot Defense Group (PDG), a defense contracting company dedicated to serving those who defend America. Since then, Todd has started multiple other related businesses and has been recognized by the Wall Street Journal and through awards such as the Orlando Business Journal “Veterans of Influence” and the Ernst and Young "Entrepreneur of the Year." Todd serves on the board of the National Defense University Foundation, the Rand Corporation Center for Middle East Public Policy and the Orlando Economic Partnership. He has a degree in Finance from the University of Tampa and is a graduate of the Harvard Business School Presidents Program. Todd is also an active member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). Show Notes:3:00 – Todd shares how to prepare as an entrepreneur for future threats and the importance of instilling resilience in yourself. 5:00 – Todd gives insight into the events that are happening in the Middle East and Ukraine. 9:00 – Bob asks Todd to share what he has learned throughout his career as he has accomplished a myriad of different disciplines. Todd shares his upbringing, beginning in Tampa. He opens up about the key learnings that he believes contributed to his future success. 15:00 – Todd touches on the culture shock that came with joining the army. He then talks about the biggest inflection point that he noticed moving from a young army officer to special forces and the challenges that accompanied these transitions. 23:00 – Hollywood vs. Reality– Todd touches on the differences he sees in his career in the agency as opposed to the way it is depicted in media that we consume. “It would be a really boring show if they showed you everything that actually went on.” 28:00—Todd discusses how much of Patriot Defense is working with the US government versus commercial services. Todd defines “open source intelligence” and “big data analytics.” “The amount of data that is publicly available is kind of scary.” 35:00 – Todd gives his advice as an intelligence officer to traveling business executives and young people looking to limit digital exhaust, those wanting to be more mindful of their data. 41:00 – The popular topic of TikTok is brought up as Todd discusses his thoughts on whether or not the app is tracking and collecting your data as you use the app. He shares that he doesn't know what the firewall is and doesn't trust it. 48:00 – Bob asks Todd to delve into his unique experiences. He shares how he took the leap to pursue hybrid training with multiple organizations. 53:00 – Entrepreneurship is growing rapidly. Todd shares his advice on where he believes young people who are wanting to pursure entrepreneurship should focus their time and energy on this journey. He believes that you should pursue a business in what you know best and are passionate about. “Do what you know best. Build your business around what you know.” 58:00 – Todd talks about what originally motivated him to pursue making a difference in politics in Washington DC. 1:03:00 – From his pursuit in politics, Todd shares the skills and insights he adopted from his experiences. He learned his limits and how to manage his time, energy, and focus. 1:07:00 – Bob asks Todd what words of encouragement or advice that he would give if he were in the position to give a State of the Union Address.
Despite Ben Monnette's highly successful in his military career as a Green Beret, he still struggled with negative self-talk and doubts about himself. In a candid conversation with JT, he shares his path, highlighting the highs and lows of his military career, struggles with mental health, and battles with addiction. From Division 1 soccer to 16 years in the US Army Special Forces, he has seen his fair share of struggles. For Ben, his recovery was forged through a program at Treehouse Recovery, where physical fitness, therapy, and peer support play pivotal roles in his healing journey.We learn that recovery culture has not only reshaped Ben's life but empowered him to help others through sharing his story. Tune in to hear why it's critical to understand how addiction and mental struggles can affect even very accomplished people.- - - - - - - - - - -Support Consequence of HabitSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | WebsiteThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.
Unlock Your Impossible Life Take away: You have the power to renegotiate your existence and make the impossible reality by shifting your mindset and energy frequency. Money Learnings: Chris grew up in a privileged neighborhood financially but had a difficult childhood due to family trauma and issues with his father. He emphasizes the need to change our relationship with money and offers practical tools for repairing and improving that relationship. Bio: Chris M. King built a life on the pillars of his childhood: grief, rage, abuse, and addiction. Despite taking nine years to earn his associate's degree and leaving his undergrad unfinished, he remarkably transformed into an NCAA hockey player within a year of learning to skate. With two failed marriages, one plagued by mental illness, he later forsook a lucrative career to become a poverty-stricken radio personality in Los Angeles. Transitioning to marketing a hospital's neuroscience institute without clinical expertise, Chris then shifted to a tech role, which ended in dismissal. Jobless, he spurned a secure future, opting for penniless homelessness as he ambitiously built a company from his car's trunk—today, that very company prospers. Unconventional as it may be, Chris's journey defies norms. His secret? A resolute choice. Termed an “witch doctor,” “human tuning fork,” or “irritated Buddha,” Chris M. King, author of “Renegotiate Your Existence: Unlock Your Impossible Life,” facilitates transformative expeditions. He draws from spiritual psychology and learns from diverse luminaries like the Flow Research Collective, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and retired US Navy SEALs and US Army Special Forces. Chris takes individuals and organizations beyond their perceived limits, enabling the realization of the seemingly impossible. Highlights from this episode: Childhood experiences shape our beliefs and programming as adults. Taking responsibility for your life is the first step in changing your reality. Your outer experiences reflect your inner state. Pay attention to patterns and what's being mirrored back to you. Mindset matters. Shift from scarcity/lack to abundance thinking. Match your frequency to what you desire to attract it. Live in possibility not limitations. Believe you can achieve the impossible then take action. There are no limits except those you impose. Get clear on your life's purpose. Your gifts and talents are perfectly designed to fulfill it. Mislabeling them causes suffering. Ready, fire, aim! Speed creates momentum. Take imperfect action, pivot, and refine. Waiting for perfect conditions gets you stuck. Links: https://www.statusflow.net/richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.
Balancing both work and home life is a common challenge for individuals across various fields and lifestyles. Juggling career aspirations, work responsibilities, and personal tasks while ensuring family and loved ones receive sufficient time and attention. While career success is vital, it should not compromise personal well-being or relationships. Maintaining this balance involves more than just effective time management; it also requires setting boundaries, knowing when to disengage from work, and allocating quality time for personal relationships and self-care. Tim Kennedy shares his life experiences, lessons, and advice to inspire personal growth and leadership development. As a former US Army Special Forces soldier, professional mixed martial artist, and entrepreneur, Tim's insights offer valuable guidance on navigating various challenges and seizing opportunities. Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and more! Quotes: "The character of a person matters so much more than the content of their soul matters more than the content of a paper." – Tim Kennedy "I want them to have a shared purpose. I want them to have shared values. The people around my children, including their friends and their friends' parents, should have these values as well." – Tim Kennedy "The shaping of one's character and soul ultimately determines whether they will succeed or fail." – Tim Kennedy Takeaways: Put personal development and high standards at the forefront, leading by example and continually diving into education, fitness, and challenging experiences that help us grow. Build strong relationships, keeping the lines of communication open and honest with our loved ones. We can inspire others through positive influence and ensure transparency with our children, helping them understand the world around them. Value your time, balancing your career, family, and other responsibilities in a way that feels right for you. Make decisions based on data and critical thinking, aiming to identify and improve our areas of weakness. But remember, maintaining mental health and finding fulfillment in all experiences is just as important. Conclusion: Balancing work and personal life is key to our happiness. Success shouldn't mean ignoring our loved ones. Good communication helps avoid confusion and creates a positive environment at work and home. Time management is also important. It ensures we don't neglect work or family. Spending quality time with our loved ones is essential. It builds stronger relationships and gives us the emotional support we need.
Free Life Agents: A Podcast for Real Estate Agents Who Want to Develop a Passive Income Lifestyle
Chris M. King built a life on the pillars of his childhood: grief, rage, abuse, and addiction. Despite taking nine years to earn his associate's degree and leaving his undergrad unfinished, he remarkably transformed into an NCAA hockey player within a year of learning to skate. With two failed marriages, one plagued by mental illness, he later forsook a lucrative career to become a poverty-stricken radio personality in Los Angeles. Transitioning to marketing a hospital's neuroscience institute without clinical expertise, Chris then shifted to a tech role, which ended in dismissal. Jobless, he spurned a secure future, opting for penniless homelessness as he ambitiously built a company from his car's trunk—today, that very company prospers. Unconventional as it may be, Chris's journey defies norms. His secret? A resolute choice. Termed an "executive shaman," "human tuning fork," or "irritated Buddha," Chris M. King, author of "Renegotiate Your Existence: Unlock Your Impossible Life," facilitates transformative expeditions. He draws from spiritual psychology and learns from diverse luminaries like the Flow Research Collective, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and retired US Navy SEALs and US Army Special Forces. Chris takes individuals and organizations beyond their perceived limits, enabling the realization of the seemingly impossible. In our podcast, Chris shares how we can rewire our brains to achieve seemingly impossible goals in our life and business and breaks down the science of how we can achieve peak performance and say “yes” to ourselves and our dreams. Chris also shares how we can empower ourselves to achieve more through authenticity and challenging our existing beliefs. You Can Find Chris @: Website: https://www.statusflow.net/freelifeagents
Episode notes Here we do a deep dive in US Army Special Forces (SF) and why a complete overhaul is needed to resurrect the original charter to save SF from itself. Over two decades of fighting neo-colonial conflicts throughout the Middle East and Africa has decimated the original construct and mission of what made SF so special. References: Douglas Porch Counterinsurgency: Exposing the Myths of the New Way of War Ann Scott Tyson American Spartan: The Promise, the Mission, and the Betrayal of Special Forces Major Jim Grant H. John Poole The Last Hundred Yards: The NCO's Contribution to Warfare Mark Bowden Blackhawk Down: A Story of Modern War Bob Scales Scales on War: The Future of America's Military at Risk Aaron B. O'Connell Our Latest Longest War: Losing Hearts and Minds in Hollywood Hy S. Rothstein Afghanistan and the Troubled Future of Unconventional Warfare Robert Asprey War In The Shadows: The Guerrilla In History Special Forces Detachment Mission Planning Guide HQDA January 2020 My Substack Email at cgpodcast@pm.me.
Chris M. King loves Sweat Equity Podcast enough to make a custom link: https://www.statusflow.net/sweatequitypodcast Personal growth and self-improvement. (4:26) Neuroscience, belief systems, and personal growth. (8:58) Beliefs, science, and superstitions. (13:40) The impact of social influence on weight and wellness. (17:29) Self-improvement and energy tuning. (19:30) The power of language and brain function. (22:08) Overcoming self-doubt and achieving goals. (23:50) Focus and prioritization in life and work. (28:24) Manifesting through energy and identity. (29:58) Business strategies and personal growth. (33:12) Chris M. King built a life on the pillars of his childhood: grief, rage, abuse, and addiction. Despite taking nine years to earn his associate's degree and leaving his undergrad unfinished, he remarkably transformed into an NCAA hockey player within a year of learning to skate. With two failed marriages, one plagued by mental illness, he later forsook a lucrative career to become a poverty-stricken radio personality in Los Angeles. Transitioning to marketing a hospital's neuroscience institute without clinical expertise, Chris then shifted to a tech role, which ended in dismissal. Jobless, he spurned a secure future, opting for penniless homelessness as he ambitiously built a company from his car's trunk—today, that very company prospers. Unconventional as it may be, Chris's journey defies norms. His secret? A resolute choice. Termed an "executive shaman," "human tuning fork," or "irritated Buddha," Chris M. King, author of "Renegotiate Your Existence: Unlock Your Impossible Life," facilitates transformative expeditions. He draws from spiritual psychology and learns from diverse luminaries like the Flow Research Collective, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and retired US Navy SEALs and US Army Special Forces. Chris takes individuals and organizations beyond their perceived limits, enabling the realization of the seemingly impossible. Episode sponsored by ZUPYAK - The first search optimized AI writer. Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT by SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity by CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail by LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium by BLOOM.io → https://bloom.cello.so/aZBXRYS22rB by OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N --- Sweat Equity
Doug Livermore, US Army Special Forces and VP of The Hoplite Group, joins me for a discussion about the ongoing Ukraine war and what it means for the US and the global Community.The Low Level Hell Podcast explores the exciting world of Rotary and Fixed wing military aircraft and their impact on the battlefield. Through in-depth technical discussion and personal interviews with the people who flew these machines in combat, the Low Level show aims to entertain, inform and educate.You can support the channel in a variety of ways!Patreon helps the channel financially and can be found here. Did you know the show is now live!? Watch it here Proudly show your support with the official LLH Merch. Listen to in depth stories at Authentic Media and use the Promo Code “Casmo” for added savings on your subscription.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-low-level-hell-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Matt Little. Matthew Little retired as the training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran with decades of operational, instructional, and training experience in firearms, tactics, and combatives. Matt is also a lifelong martial artist and former nationally ranked competitor. He is ranked as a master class shooter by the US Practical Shooting Association, the Steel Challenge Shooting Association, and the International Defensive Pistol Association. Matt has instructed police and military personnel in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught firearms, self-defense and martial arts extensively to civilians. He has written articles on training and tactics for nationally syndicated magazines, and has published his first book, “The Way is in Training.” Matt Little's Book & Website: https://greybeardactual.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Way-Training-Matthew.../dp/B0BR9KSR2T Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Financial Freedom for Physicians with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD
This podcast episode is a dynamic and engaging podcast that invites listeners into thought-provoking discussions on elevating every aspect of life – personal, professional, and beyond. Our guest today Sebastian Carlos Kruse (Coach Sebastian) is a high performance coach and trainer. This podcast offers a rare window into the strategies and mindsets that drive success at the highest levels. In the episode, Sebastian draws from his extensive experience coaching top-tier clients including celebrities, Olympic athletes, and US Army Special Forces members. The podcast features a diverse array of topics, from harnessing mental fortitude in challenging times to achieving physical excellence, and maintaining wellness in high-stress environments. What sets this podcast episode apart is its unique blend of inspirational stories, practical advice, and insights from a coach who has been at the forefront of personal and professional development. Listeners will hear engaging interviews with an inside look at how individuals have overcome obstacles and reached their peak. This podcast is not just about listening; it's about transforming. It's for individuals looking to push their boundaries, expand their horizons, and elevate their lives. Whether you're seeking to improve your mental resilience, physical health, or professional performance, this episode offers the tools and motivation needed for the journey. Tune in and embark on a journey of self-improvement, learn, and start transforming your life today. To connect with Sebastian, visit his website: https://www.meetcoachsebastian.com/ Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87512799 Join our Spotify Community: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/subscribe Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024
On this episode we sit down with return quest Matt Little of GreyBeard Actual. Matt Little, is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran who has extensive law enforcement experience, including serving as training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and has worked as a government contractor in non-permissive environments. Additionally, Matt is a lifelong martial artist and former national level competitor. He is also ranked as a master class shooter with pistol and carbine by both the US Practical Shooting Association and the International Defensive Pistol Association
Chris M. King has a history of making seemingly impossible goals a reality. And as it turns out, there is a science to this. Dubbed the “executive witch doctor,” today he is called in when individuals or professional teams have big dreams and little time. Chris built a life on the pillars of his childhood: grief, rage, abuse, and addiction. Despite taking nine years to earn his associate's degree and leaving his undergrad unfinished, he remarkably transformed into an NCAA hockey player within a year of learning to skate. With two failed marriages, one plagued by mental illness, he later forsook a lucrative career to become a poverty-stricken radio personality in Los Angeles. Transitioning to marketing a hospital's neuroscience institute without clinical expertise, Chris then shifted to a tech role, which ended in dismissal. Jobless, he spurned a secure future, opting for penniless homelessness as he ambitiously built a company from his car's trunk—today, that very company prospers. Unconventional as it may be, Chris's journey defies norms. His secret? A resolute choice. Termed an “executive shaman,” “human tuning fork,” or “irritated Buddha,” Chris M. King, author of “Renegotiate Your Existence: Unlock Your Impossible Life,” facilitates transformative expeditions. He draws from spiritual psychology and learns from diverse luminaries like the Flow Research Collective, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and retired US Navy SEALs and US Army Special Forces. Chris takes individuals and organizations beyond their perceived limits, enabling the realization of the seemingly impossible. Chris M. King Vroom Vroom Veer Stories His sister died at age 11 when he was 13 months old; he grew up in a family with grief, rage, abuse, and addiction and thought that was normal Wanted to play hockey in college but was failing at community college and he didn't know how to skate; made it to the state championship anyway (and lost) His first wife had bi-polar disorder that wasn't so bad when they got married but got abusive a couple years in Built a business (statusflow.net) while homeless living out of his car and couch surfing with friends Started turning things around after the trauma of his second marriage ending and sought help from a therapist; he saw that therapist for 3 months and was done with therapy He was a coach whose primary clients are 20 somethings stuck on their parent's couch into school or a good job Chris clients are women working 60-hours a week and putting themselves last on their to do list; step 1 suggest they cut back their hours to 30-hours a week Connections Website
Born to be a warrior, Sergeant Major Tu Lam, inspired by his father, has followed the Bushido Code since he was very young. His family emigrated from Vietnam during the war and moved near Fort Bragg in North Carolina where he eventually joined the US Army Special Forces and became a “Green Beret.” Explore more at https://downrangepod.com/. Subscribe to Tenderfoot+ for ad-free listening and early episodes at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @downrangepodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John-Michael would like to dedicate this interview to his friend who recently passed. He writes: “The guy in a couple of the photos with me was my best friend and mentor. He passed away last month from injuries related to us being deployed over there. I'd like dedicate the show to him if you do that kind of thing. Sergeant First Class Oliver James Bailey, US Army Special Forces, Retired.… Born: October 7, 1966 Died: September 15, 2023 He was 56." John-Michael Self is a Patron, Marine and civilian security conractor during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. John contacted me back in April about a completely unrelated episode we had put out. We had a phone call and the discussion gave me the idea to invite John-Michael on to talk about his experiences in combat. We recorded this episode in August. The full interview is available on Patreon right now. To become a patron, go to www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg ALSO! Join us for our Christmas Party on December 9. It's FREE and all are welcome! Register here https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/addressinggettysburg/items/418030/?full-items=yes&flow=no
Joe Biden makes a plea to America for an aid package... how much does it aid America?Also, conservatives are fighting over the Israel/Hamas war...is that actually good for the movement? Plus, the White House apologizes for accidentally doxing US Army Special Forces in a recent Instagram post.And, Justin Trudeau's liberal party moves to expand Canada's euthanasia program.
Tim Tigner is an author whose background is as fascinating as his novels. Tigner began his career in Soviet Counterintelligence with the US Army Special Forces. That was back in the Cold War days when, "We learned Russian so you didn't have to". He later led prominent multinational medical companies, worked with cosmonauts on the MIR Space Station, chaired the Association of International Pharmaceutical Manufacturers, and helped write Russia's first law on healthcare. All of that rich experience makes it into his throughly enjoyable novels full of intrigue, a touch of sci fi and skilled asassins. We had a fun conversation about writing, spying, and how he's spending his mornings these days.
John Frankman is a Catholic man who loves the United States of America. After spending several years in seminary at Mount St. Mary's University, he joined the US Army as an Infantry Officer. I first met John at the Mount. We then met up again during our Infantry training as well as during our time in Ranger School. John went on to do much cooler things than I did, eventually becoming a green beret in the US Army Special Forces. John had plans for his next assignment at West Point. All of his hard work seemed irrelevant to his commanding officers as soon as he made one pivotal decision in the fall of 2020. He made a choice based on his conscience and filed a religious exemption that was denied by some and ignored by others. In today's episode, John shares his experience of having his career come to an end due to an unlawful and immoral order. To learn more, you can find John's content here. To support the podcast, click here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seekingexcellence/support
The MisFitNation Show chat with Darrell Utt, US Army Special Forces Veteran and Chief of Business Operations for the National Medal of Honor Museum Welcome to our Take it Home Thursday show this week. We are glad you are back with us and look forward to hearing your thoughts on this chat. We started the week off by releasing our chat with Regina Huber and now we bring you Darrell Utt. This is a chat you will not want to miss. Enjoy episode 283! of The MisFitNation! Darrell Utt is a Retired Green Beret and a Veteran Advocate. He is currently the Chief of Business Operations at the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington Texas. We are building a three-pronged project that will have a Museum, Leadership Institute, and Monument that will honor our Medal of Honor Recipients while inspiring future generations of Americans to understand leadership and love of country. We will also highlight the six (6) values inherent in each Recipient: Courage, Sacrifice, Commitment, Integrity, Citizenship, and Patriotism. All of our latest episodes and videos can be found here: https://www.themisfitnation.com This episode YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/85N4RkLLdls Support us here: https://ko-fi.com/themisfitnationpodcast #moh #veteran #greenberet #sf #advocate #resilience #mentalhealth #mindset #veterans #army #vetsinpodcasting #vetsinradio #HMG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Matt Little. Matthew Little retired as the training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran with decades of operational, instructional, and training experience in firearms, tactics, and combatives. Matt is also a lifelong martial artist and former nationally ranked competitor. He is ranked as a master class shooter by the US Practical Shooting Association, the Steel Challenge Shooting Association, and the International Defensive Pistol Association. Matt has instructed police and military personnel in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught firearms, self-defense and martial arts extensively to civilians. He has written articles on training and tactics for nationally syndicated magazines, and has published his first book, “The Way is in Training.” Matt Little's Book & Website: https://greybeardactual.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Way-Training-Matthew.../dp/B0BR9KSR2T Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Join Elevate for a captivating episode as Tyler interviews Michael Glaspie, an exceptional real estate investor and Green Beret. Discover Michael's inspiring journey and gain insights into success strategies, personal growth, and development. Explore the fusion of combat experience and investing principles, unlocking powerful problem-solving approaches. ✅ KEY POINTS ✅ ✅ Recognize your legitimacy, expand limited resources and education on subject 2 for real estate investing. ✅ Identify seller motivations, continuously seek advice, and be creative in deal structures. ✅ Define and align business plans with personal goals, focus on long-term objectives. ✅ Utilize the level of fear in the marketplace to capitalize on opportunities, time block sections of the day, and treat others as they want to be treated. ✅ Develop a plan for execution and take massive action. ✅ Understand how to apply problem-solving and creative thinking in real estate investing. ✅ Create compound growth for yourself and the people you care about. LINKS Keep up with the Elevate Podcast: https://elevatepod.com/ Interested in investing with Tyler? Visit https://www.cfcapllc.com/ FIND MICHAEL: Visit his website: https://michaelsglaspie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.s.glaspie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaelsglaspie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.s.glaspie/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-glaspie/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2sBtB4DJVkOF4zvvDqqn9w Download Michael's “The Eight Real Estate Finance Killers” guide https://theeliteinvestorbook.com/finance-killers NAMES AND BOOKS “The Elite Invester” by Michael Glaspie https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Investor-Military-Approach-Problem/dp/B088GL5XQX “SPIN Selling” by Neil Rackham https://www.amazon.com/Spin-Selling-Neil-Rackham/dp/0566076896/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=spin+selling+by+neil+rackham&qid=1684411682&s=books&sprefix=spin+selling%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-5 “The Compound Effect” by Daron Hardy https://www.amazon.com/Compound-Effect-Darren-Hardy/dp/159315724X “The Millionaire Mindset” by Paul J. Stanley https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Mindset-Simple-Thinking-Success/dp/1720821461 “The Miracle Morning for Real Estate Agents: It's Your Time to Rise and Shine” by Hal Elrod, et al. https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Real-Estate-Agents/dp/194258900X
Project Hammer, money launder, Golden Lily, Yamashita's Gold, Black Eagle Trust, Daniel Vincent Hughes Jr, Howard Hughes, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Irving S. Shapiro, Du Pont family, links between David Vincent Hughes & Project Hammer, South Africa, Rolf van Rooyen, Riaan Stander, South African National Intelligence Agency, Erle Cocke Jr., Shriners, Sovereign Military Order of Malta (SMOM), Sovereign Order of Saint John (SOSJ), SMOM vs SOSJs and which one Cocke belonged to, Douglas MacArthur, Council on Foreign Relations, American Legion, Paul Helliwell, Castle Bank & Trust, Nugan Hand, Michael Hand, US Army Special Forces, Green Berets, special operations forces mafia, "The Company," Theodore Shackley, Edwin Wilson, Richard Secord, Thailand, John Singlaub, drug trafficking, Laos, Golden Triangle, Citibank, Bank of New York, PROMIS, tracking Russian funds, Putin's financiers, South Africa's role in Project Hammer, why Project Hammer is NOT the Golden Lily or Black Eagle Trust, why Golden Lily is disinformation, Robert Maxwell's links, Executive Outcome, Eeben Barlow, Saudi Arabia, King Abdullah. Dr, Zedan, attempts to entrap Barlow in money laundering, 9/111st musical break (6:40): Project Hammer overview, David Vincent Hughes Jr., the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, the Du Pont family2nd musical break (21L40): the banks linked to Project Hammer & Vincent Hughes; Peter Seaman, South Africa's dynamic duo3rd musical break (41:00): the ultimate Erle Cocke Jr. deep dive: Shriners, Maltese knights, American legionaries, drug trafficking, money laundering and more!4th musical break (1:18:40): Why Project Hammer is NOT the Golden Lily and why Golden Lily is mostly disinformation5th musical break (1:41:00): Robert Maxwell's links to Project Hammer & Executive Outcome's Eeben Barlow and his strange encounters with the Saudis during Hammer's exposure & 9/11 Music by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/Additional Music by: Corwin Trailshttps://corwintrails.bandcamp.com/album/wolf-songs-folk-songs Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 21st, 2023 - Michael Cutone, retired Massachusetts State Police and US Army Special Forces, joins A Catholic Take to discuss rising crime rates and the link to fatherlessness. Then we're joined by Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson to discuss DNA and how it figures into history and the age of the Earth. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Matt Little. Matthew Little retired as the training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran with decades of operational, instructional, and training experience in firearms, tactics, and combatives. Matt is also a lifelong martial artist and former nationally ranked competitor. He is ranked as a master class shooter by the US Practical Shooting Association, the Steel Challenge Shooting Association, and the International Defensive Pistol Association. Matt has instructed police and military personnel in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught firearms, self-defense and martial arts extensively to civilians. He has written articles on training and tactics for nationally syndicated magazines, and has published his first book, “The Way is in Training.” Matt Little's Book & Website: https://greybeardactual.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Way-Training-Matthew.../dp/B0BR9KSR2T Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Scott Mann is a retired lieutenant colonel who spent 23 years in the United States Army, 18 of which were as a Green Beret, the US Army Special Forces. He was a member of seventh Special Forces Group, working in Central and South America. I spoke with Scott Mann about his experiences in Afghanistan after … A Conversation with LTC Scott Mann (US Army, Retired) Read More » The episode A Conversation with LTC Scott Mann (US Army, Retired) first appeared on The Successful Mind Podcast.