Best Patrick McCormack Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 51: Lost Songs of Ireland 1:33:40

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Send us a text Happy Christmas everyone. Back this week with more great music, a Tipperary song I never heard about before and a chat with Bill O'Brien who is doing great work tracking down some long lost Irish songs. I may or may not waffle on about Celtic for a while also. Check out Bill's podcast & his kickstarter: https://open.spotify.com/show/…

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Episode 50: Spotify wrrapped 1:00:43

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Send us a text Welcome back to this weeks show. I am back on my own this week, Christmas, the toy show, influencers, Palestine and much more get a mention this week as well as some fantastic music. Support the showBy Michael McCormack

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Warren Feder | Navigating Family Business Exits and Legacy 25:39

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Navigating the emotional twists and turns of selling a family-owned business isn’t just about the highest offer—sometimes, it’s about finding the right partner to carry on your legacy. What does it really take to achieve a clean, meaningful exit? In this episode, Warren Feder, Partner at CMA Group, joins Patrick Stroth to reveal how investment bank…

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Make Mistakes Matter: Turning Setbacks into Growth with Michael Ehlers 43:12

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In this episode of Innovation and Digital Enterprise, Patrick and Shelli talk with Michael Ehlers, the new Chief Technology Officer at PlanSource. Mike outlines his leadership philosophy and career evolution, emphasizing that professional growth is rarely linear. He shares formative experiences at Hewitt and Xerox that taught him the importance of …

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133: LTG(R) Milford Beagle "Beags" — A Three-Star General on True North, Resilience, Feedback, and How to Lead With Confidence Without Becoming Overconfident 1:20:44

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➡️ Get my free weekly newsletter (The Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup 📚 Get LTG (Ret.) Beagle's new book, When the Map Runs Out: https://www.amazon.com/When-Map-Runs-Out-Uncertain/dp/B0G1ZGH76J As leaders rise, they often hear less and less truth. LTG (Ret.) Milford Beagle calls this the cone of silence—and he warns that i…

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Episode 49: An unmarked grave 58:06

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Send us a text Welcome back to this weeks show. Back on my own this week, I reflect on our little trip to Glasnevin the weekend just gone by and pay tribute to Mary Palmer, mother to Thomas J Clarke and a proud Tipperary woman. Shout out to Dr Tim Horgan whose wonderfully crafted words added to todays show. www.theirishsound.com Support the show…

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132: Joe McCormack — Special Operations Communication Expert Shares How to Say Less, Communicate With Clarity, and Lead With Quiet Confidence 55:36

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Connect with Joe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephpmccormack/ Learn more about The Brief Lab: https://thebrieflab.com/ How do you become the kind of leader who cuts through noise, communicates with clarity, and actually moves people to action? In this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast, Cal talks with Joe McCormack—founder of The Brief Lab…

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Episode 48: Tom Hennessey 1:36:10

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Send us a text Delighted to chat to Tom Hennessey (The Tipperary Fenian) pon this weeks show. Tom is a real history buff and has uncovered some great local stories which he is documenting. https://egbpromotions.bigcartel.com/product/egb-promtions-classic-grand-glasgow-2026 Support the showBy Michael McCormack

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131: Dr. Liz Werly — What an Army Psychologist for Special Ops Teaches About High Performance and Emotional Intelligence 48:34

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How do the best military leaders go from operating at an already elite level… to an even higher level under pressure? In this episode, Army psychologist Dr. Liz Werly (who works directly with some of the U.S. military's most elite units) breaks down the exact framework she uses to help high performers: build accurate self-awareness using gold-stand…

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Episode 47: Gary Lawlor 1:23:13

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Send us a text Delighted to be back with this weeks show, Joined by Kildares finest Gary Lawlor. https://www.thedruids.ie/ https://www.facebook.com/thedruidsfolkband https://www.facebook.com/garylawloririshmusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/0R5pDedrVweN5mXiFwyhmq?si=dHprZdmNSXW7tzPfvNPdsg https://open.spotify.com/artist/4d0tkz7ltyTvQrYLxp2Bd8?si…

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130: Dr. Zach Mercurio — The Hidden Engine of High-Performing Teams: Mattering, Trust, and Purpose-Driven Leadership 55:10

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Apply to work with me 1-1: https://courses.calwalters.me/coaching Join the Intentional Leader Lab waitlist: https://courses.calwalters.me/intentional-leader-lab Learn more about Zach: https://www.zachmercurio.com/ In this conversation, Dr. Zach Mercurio discusses the importance of creating a sense of purpose and mattering within teams. He emphasize…

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Anthony Caporrino | Building a Trusted Advisory Team for Mergers and Acquisitions Success 30:47

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The playbook for selling your company just changed—again. What separates those who merely survive from those who exit with maximum value? The answer may surprise even seasoned founders. In this episode, Anthony Caporrino, U.S. Transaction Advisory Group Co-Leader at Alvarez & Marsal, reveals the behind-the-scenes secrets to smarter M&A, how analyti…

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Dennis O'Rourke | Why Lower Middle Market Companies Need Specialized M&A Legal Expertise 32:36

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Resonant Insights on Change and Transformation: A Compilation 12:58

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In this special compilation episode of Innovation and the Digital Enterprise, Patrick Emmons highlights key insights on digital transformation from top tech leaders. Featuring perspectives from Andrei Girenkov, Christopher Paquette, Ann Yeung, Sandee Kastrul, Deepak Kaimal, Jeff Miller, Christina Garcia, Tanya Hannah, Dan Kirsche, Dom Scandinaro, S…

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4.157 Horsepower? Yeah, You Read That Correctly. Josh McCormack Is Smashing Records 46:39

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Chris Ehmke and Tim Mahoney are joined by someone you have heard a few times on this show, Josh McCormack! Josh fresh off his UCC win earlier this spring decided he was done with wowing the masses and put down a new record on the dyno. 4,157 HORSEPOWER. Insanity. He walks the boys through how he accomplished it and what you can expect to see out of…

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Balancing Speed and Stability in Digital Transformations with Adan Pope 38:24

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In this episode of Innovation and Digital Enterprise, Patrick and Shelli interview Adan Pope, Senior Vice President of Engineering, Applications, and AI at The Aspen Group. Adan shares insights from his career in engineering and technology leadership, from his roles in public safety, telecommunications, and healthcare. He also discusses his books, …

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Paige Wiese | Digital Assets: The Hidden Value Buyers Often Overlook 32:54

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Most business owners see their website as a digital business card—but what if it could become your company’s top-performing employee? Digital assets make or break deals in today’s M&A world, yet are still one of the most overlooked sources of value, risk, and growth potential. In this episode, Paige Wiese, founder of Tree Ring Digital, reveals how …

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129: Dr. Ryan Gottfredson — The Groundbreaking Science of Personal Transformation, Mindsets, Emotional Intelligence, and Becoming Better 56:42

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Update: Now only 6 spots left in the Intentional Leader Lab! ➡️ Learn about the Intentional Leader Lab: https://intentionalleaderlab.com Book a call: https://tally.so/r/w8X6dz Apply today: https://tally.so/r/nr40XM Please visit my website to get more information: https://calwalters.me/ In this episode, Dr. Ryan Gottfredson returns to discuss the co…

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Communication and Culture Drive Business Outcomes with Sean McCormack 33:46

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In this episode of Innovation and the Digital Enterprise, Patrick Emmons and Shelli Nelson welcome Sean McCormack, Chief Innovation Officer at First Student. They discuss his career that spans military intelligence, startups, global enterprises, and now tech-focused leadership in student transportation. Sean shares his unexpected entry into technol…

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Mike Bego | Unlock Hidden Value with Secondary Transactions in Private Equity 37:18

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The private equity secondary market is booming—but most people don’t realize how dramatically it’s evolved, or where it’s heading next. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or totally new to secondaries, this episode peels back the curtain on one of the fastest-growing corners of the financial world. In this episode, Mike Bego, Managing Partner of Kl…

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128: Accomplish Anything as a Leader with the 3 Levels of Clarity and the Intentional Leader Lab 3:45

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➡️ Learn about the Intentional Leader Lab: https://intentionalleaderlab.com Book a call: https://tally.so/r/w8X6dz Apply today: https://tally.so/r/nr40XM The Intentional Leader Lab: A Mastermind for Successful Leaders Who Refuse to Plateau Even the best leaders can drift, but this carefully curated leadership community and Cal's Narrow Path™ Framew…

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127: Dr. Travis Bradberry — Emotional Intelligence Expert Gives Practical Advice to Increase Your EQ, Increase Your Self-Awareness, and Change Your Thinking 45:14

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➡️ Apply to the Intentional Leader Lab (only 12 slots available): https://intentionalleaderlab.com/ In this conversation, Cal introduces the Intentional Leader Lab, a coaching program aimed at enhancing leadership skills through emotional intelligence. Dr. Travis Bradberry, an expert in emotional intelligence, discusses its significance in leadersh…

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Jeff Cooperman | Unlock Growth Secrets From Small Business Acquisitions 21:24

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From screen printing to seven acquisitions—what does it take to build a powerhouse in the decorated apparel industry? And what surprising lessons can scaling a “niche of niches” teach about entrepreneurship, technology, and M&A success? In this episode, Jeff Cooperman, Founder of Front Nine Capital, reveals his journey from CPA to serial acquirer—e…

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Bob McCormack | What Every Business Owner Should Know Before Selling 31:46

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Most M&A Advisors aim for the billion-dollar deals—so who’s serving the true engine of American business? Take a behind-the-scenes look at the world of lower middle market M&A, where relationships, turnaround expertise, and strategic partnerships make all the difference. In this episode, Bob McCormack, Founder of Murphy McCormack Capital Advisors, …

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Building a User-Focused Personal Finance Platform with Steve Gall 39:25

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In this episode of Innovation and the Digital Enterprise, Patrick and Shelli chat with Steve Gall, CTO of M1 Finance, a personal finance platform. Steve talks about his journey helping scale M1 from a few engineers to a platform managing over $10 billion in client assets. Steve shares insights about the ways that he and M1 have managed risk, naviga…

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126: Melody Wilding — How to Manage Up and 5 Conversations to Have with Your Boss 56:41

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➡️ Get my free weekly newsletter (The Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup 🧭 Clarify Your Core Values: https://calwalters.me/course In this conversation, Melody Wilding, an expert in managing up, discusses the essential skills and strategies needed to influence your boss and navigate workplace dynamics effectively. She emphasiz…

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Episode 46: Big Ro 1:23:48

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Send us a text Delighted to be back this week and speaking to Big Ro from The Rebel Rebel Podcast & Cú Chulainn Artist Management & Promotions. Ro lets us know anout the highs and lows of his show and why he has decided to call it a day and focus on Dj and artist management ventures. Check out: https://www.facebook.com/people/C%C3%BA-Chulainn-Artis…

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Real Estate, Resilience, and Forging Partnerships with Bill Himmelstein 37:15

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In this episode, Patrick and Shelli chat with Bill Himmelstein, founder and CEO of the Tenant Advisory Group, a tenant-focused commercial real estate brokerage in Chicago. Bill shares his journey from the early influence of his real estate investor father, to his accidental but fortuitous entry into the world of commercial real estate, including hi…

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Episode 45: Four Colours 1:13:42

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Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of The Irish Sound. This week I chat about whats going on in my life at the minute as well as some big news from Glastonbury and the rebel music scene in Ireland. Of course I also play some brilliant Irish music. I mentioned a "go fund me" to raise funds for a monument at the grave of Thomas J Clarkes …

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125: Patrick Lencioni — The One Thing Every Leader Needs and His Top Advice to Leaders at All Stages 59:10

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➡️ Get my free weekly newsletter (The Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup In this episode of the Intentional Leader podcast, Cal and Patrick Lencioni delve into the core motivations behind leadership, emphasizing the importance of serving others over seeking personal gain. They discuss the impact of fear on leadership effectiv…

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The Future Of 2020+ Powerstroke Tuning 25:59

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Chris Ehmke is joined by the lead tuner at Calibrated Power, Tim Mahoney, to discuss how the 2020+ Powerstroke 6.7 liter world is about to change. They discuss what this means for your 2020+ 6.7L, the ease at which tuning for the end user will be, and how adding 100+ HP is going to feel a lot different in these newer Powerstroke trucks.…

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Diamond Innabi | Make Your Company Irresistible to Top Investors 32:34

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Would you trust your company’s future to a team that’s obsessed with precision, storytelling, and preparing for every possible scenario? In the high-stakes world of SaaS M&A, the difference between a good deal and a great one can change the course of a founder’s life—and their legacy. In this episode, Diamond Innabi, Principal at Software Equity Gr…

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Leading with Humility Through Uncertainty with Michael Pozzi 41:05

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In this episode Patrick and Shelli welcome Michael Pozzi, a tech leader with an expansive career across engineering, computer science, and finance. Currently, Michael is Senior Vice President of Technology Infrastructure at Ryan Specialty. We discuss Michael's leadership style, a philosophy characterized by humility and a team-centric approach. He …

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Jason Kruger | Getting Ready to Sell? Don’t Miss This Step 44:20

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Most business owners think accounting is just a necessary evil—until it costs them millions. What hidden traps are killing the value of your business before you even go to market? In this episode, Jason Kruger, Partner at Citrin Cooperman’s Business Process Outsourcing Practice, exposes how overlooked accounting gaps can sabotage your exit—and how …

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Joseph LoPresti | Navigating Business Exits and Wealth Management 27:50

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Navigating a business exit can feel like flying into a storm with no landing strip in sight—especially when millions are on the line and expert advice is scattered. What’s the secret to engineering a “clean exit” that safeguards both your wealth and your legacy? In this episode, Joe LoPresti, Founder of Arlington Wealth Management, reveals the game…

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Chris Patterson Talks About His Massive Weekend At UCC 2025 53:14

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Show favorite, Chris Patterson, owner of Unrivaled Diesel, took second at the Ultimate Callout Challenge 2025! He sits to talk with host Chris Ehmke to discuss how grueling and how much it takes out of the competitors and their teams. The whole thing is about survival. Chris is a survivor, he put down a screaming 5.54 at the drags, 2,300 horsepower…

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UCC 2025 Winner Josh McCormack! 55:03

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Josh McCormack has won the Ultimate Callout Challenge 2025! He joins Chris to discuss the weekend. Family man, YouTuber, and an overall great guy. Josh lef it all out there and came back with first place. He breaks down the weekend, his big 3,100+ horsepower dyno run, racing, and his Sunday at the pull. Congrats on the win, Josh! Follow him on Inst…

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Leading Customer-Focused Legacy System Transformation with Jeff Miller 29:32

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In this episode of Innovation and the Digital Enterprise, Patrick and Shelli talk to Jeff Miller, Vice President of Engineering at LinenMaster. Jeff discusses his journey in the tech industry and his role at LinenMaster, a leading laundry management solutions provider. He delves into his previous roles at various prominent Chicago technology compan…

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Episode 44: I'm Back!! 1:01:19

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Send us a text After a bit of a break and a new clear hed I am back with a new show. Showcasing the best (in my opinion) of Irish rebel music. Support the showBy Michael McCormack

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We Love This Cummins - Patrick Brown UCC 2025 23:24

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You have to see Patrick Brown's Cummins he is bringing to his first run at the UCC event. Chris sat down and talked with him about what he expects to see it do. Patrick is no stranger to competitions with having his eyes one time set on the Diesel Power Challenge nd having competed at King Of The Streets, he's ready to throw down at the UCC. Humble…

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He Doesn't Quit And He's Ready For UCC 2025 - Robby Garcia 20:00

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One of the show's favorites is back, Robby Garcia joins Chris to discuss what he expects of his truck at this years UCC! This will be his 4th time competiting, a seasoned vet, and continually improving his results; these factors position Robby to finish quite high this year. One thing we know will happen, Robby will have a blast and bring that vibe…

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124: Geoff Woods — Leverage AI for Elite Thinking and Decision Making (The Ai-Driven Leader) 52:28

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➡️ Get my Newsletter (Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Discover Your Core Values: https://calwalters.me/course Geoff Woods is the author of The AI-Driven Leader and the Founder of AI Leadership, where he empowers leaders to harness AI, escape operational overwhelm, and think strategically to accelerate growth. AI Leadership…

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Last Year Newcomers Went Off, Will He Be The One To Do That This Year? Cody Hawk UCC 2025 21:09

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Cody Hawk sits down with Chris on this episode! We get the scoop on the new competitor, from his roots with 7.3s to his preferred Duramax platform. He breaks down what he wants to see out of his truck at his first event. The man is in hustle mode and it's hard not to admire the drive and work ethic. Last year two spots on the podium were grabbed by…

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Podium Finish In His First Year, Will He Climb Higher In 2025? Mike Brown UCC 2025 19:54

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Chris has Mike Brown on this episode! Mike has ditched the mega cab in favor of a leaner regular cab, will it push him to the top? Mike left last year's UCC finishing third in his inaugural run at the competition. New Cummins, big win? We are excited to find out. Thanks for joining the show, Mike!By Justin Tyson / Duramaxtuner

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The Newcomer Took 2nd, Can He Snag First This Year? Colt Carter UCC 2025 27:01

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Chris is joined by Colt Carter to discuss how the hell he went from rookie at the start of UCC 2024 to grabbing a 2nd-place finish. Colt is a gamer, and it's going to be fun to watch what his Cummins will do at the event this year. Another podium finish? One spot higher and grab the win? He's got what it takes. Be sure to check out Colt's shop as w…

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The Man That Threw Down 3000 HP - Chris Patterson UCC 2025 29:40

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Chris Patterson is back! The green Cummins from Texas that has thrown down 3,000 horsepower multiple times is ready for his final run at the UCC. Chris is a true competitor. He's taken first in the dyno portion of UCC, first in sled pulling, and as high as 2nd in the drag races. Will this be his year to finish atop the pack? He's got a damn good ch…

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Building Great Teams by Leading with Kindness with Firasat Hussain 42:40

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In this episode Patrick and Shelli talk with Firasat Hussain, the Chief Product and Technology Officer at SnapCare. Firasat shares his 25-year journey through various technology leadership roles at companies like Ticketmaster, Orbitz, and RR Donnelley, emphasizing the significance of thoughtful leadership and iterative innovation. He describes his …

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Will He Improve From His 2nd Place UCC 2023 Finish? Josh McCormack Chats With Us 30:49

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Josh McCormack joins Chris Ehmke to kick off our UCC 2025 driver interviews! As the official podcast of the Ultimate Callout Challenge, it's time to get to know the drivers. Josh discusses with Chris what he's looking forward to at this years competition. After taking a year off for family, Josh got the itch to compete again while watching the even…

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123: General Stan McChrystal — How to Face Fear, Pivot from Failure, and Live a Disciplined Life 57:48

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➡️ Get my Newsletter (Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Discover Your Core Values: https://calwalters.me/course Get On Character by General McChrystal: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/about/books/detail/2025/01/04/on-character--choices-that-define-a-life Follow Stan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanmcchrystal/ Learn about th…

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Resonant Insights On Building Teams: A Compilation 16:56

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In this compilation episode, we look back on wisdom from renowned tech executives about how to build and foster great teams. Featuring insights from Fred Lee, Dan Kirsche, Jorie Sax, Steve Caudill, Christina Garcia, and Dom Scandinaro, who share their perspectives on the importance of diverse and well-structured teams. Key topics include team compo…