Best Self Interrogation Podcasts (2025)

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Randy Watt, Special Forces Colonel on Discipline, Awareness, and True Strength 58:41

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Join host Lora Thorson for an inspiring conversation with Randy Watt—retired police chief, Special Forces colonel, and founder of the Power of Awareness Institute. In this episode, Randy shares hard-won lessons from decades in law enforcement and the military, exploring the deeper meaning of situational awareness, the power of discipline, and the i…

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How to Think Like a CEO | Playing Business or Building One? 29:24

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Ever feel like you’re showing up, doing the work… but your results don’t match your effort? You might just be a few pumps away from a breakthrough. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve shares a powerful metaphor — the old-school water pump — to reframe how momentum, consistency, and intention fuel lasting business growth. Whether you’r…

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Impactful Questions: Am I My Brother's Keeper? Ken Woodward | Ken Woodward #53 45:06

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"Am I my brother's keeper? Is answered in the daily work of showing up, being challenged, getting it wrong, being corrected, and showing up again." - Ken Woodward In this solo episode, Ken Woodward explores one of humanity's oldest and most challenging questions: "Am I my brother's keeper?" Born from Cain's evasion after murdering Abel, this questi…

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How to Sell Naturally - Lessons From a Brazilian Steakhouse Waiter 26:53

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Some of the best sales lessons don’t come from books or scripts—they come from lived experience. This week, Genevieve shares the unforgettable story of a waiter at a Brazilian steakhouse who changed the way she thinks about selling forever. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, you’ll learn how to spot buying signals, serve without chasing, and m…

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Defenders LIVE is Back — Here’s What’s Coming Next 3:40

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Hey friends, I wasn’t planning to relaunch Defenders LIVE until the end of the year — but I realized something: I miss it too much to wait. I miss the conversations that challenge us to grow.I miss learning from incredible protectors and leaders.And I miss connecting with you — the people walking this same path of courage, faith, and personal defen…

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Why Asking the Right Questions Beats Having Quick Answers! | Amy Radin #52 1:34:53

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"Asking the right questions the right way at the right time can often be more of a determinant of your success than being the person to raise their hand and come up with the answer." - Amy Radin Amy Radin is a pioneer in corporate innovation and strategic questioning. Amy shares her journey from the influence of her father's corner drugstore to bec…

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Mental Models, Cognitive Frameworks, and the Questions That Disrupt Them! | Dave McGurk #51 1:27:11

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"If we start talking about developing people, you have to ask those deep questions." - Dave McGurk Dave is a transformational leader who bridges military precision with cutting-edge organizational development. As Founder and CEO of Veridian Perspective and Vice President at Apogee Global RMS, Dave brings over 20 years of executive leadership experi…

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Why "Who Do I Say I Am?" Changes Everything! | Mike Hilson #50 1:25:57

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"Who am I? Was never gonna turn out well. Who do I say I am? Had a chance." - Mike Hilson Host Ken Woodward welcomes Pastor Mike Hilson, senior pastor of New Life Church. They delve deep into how questions shape identity, leadership, and personal growth. Mike shares his journey, from wrestling with self-identity as a child to leading a thriving net…

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The 4 Sales Personality Types (And How to Grow Into the Most Effective One) 22:28

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Ever feel like sales just isn’t your thing—or worse, like it should be, but somehow never quite clicks? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve gets deeply personal about her rocky start in sales and how she went from “reluctant resistor” to magnetic, world-class seller. You’ll learn: The 4 Sales P…

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The Key to Helping Others Find Their Own Questions! | Naomi Campbell #49 1:24:16

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"Questions are an extremely sophisticated thinking skill that everyone can use and practice all the time." - Naomi Campbell In this episode, host Ken Woodward is in conversation with Naomi Campbell, Director of the Right Question Institute (RQI) Legal Empowerment Program. They delve into the transformative power of teaching people to ask questions,…

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How to Follow Up Without Feeling Pushy (Even After Being Ghosted) 33:10

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Ever freeze up when it’s time to follow up — especially when someone hasn’t responded? You’re not alone. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve shares her CARE framework for follow-up conversations that feel respectful, confident, and kind — not desperate. You’ll learn: Why “ghosting” usually means confusion, not rejection A simple follo…

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The Curated Questions Origin Story: When It All Began! | Ken Woodward #48 27:30

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In this solo episode, host Ken Woodward delves into the origin and development of the 'Curated Questions' project, which began in 2018. Ken shares his personal journey of curiosity, inspiration from Tim Ferriss' podcast, and the influences that led to the creation of his blog and subsequent podcast. Highlighting notable milestones and influential i…

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How to Create Clarity in Sales Conversations (Without Making it Feel Like an Interrogation) - Part 4 35:51

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Ever felt confident starting the conversation — but totally stuck on what to say next? You’re not alone. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve breaks down the second step in her OCAIN™ framework: Clarity — and why it’s the secret to dissolving pressure, building connection, and closing more sales without sounding like a robot. You’ll le…

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How Questions Create Instant Trust in Any Conversation! | Maury Rogow #47 1:43:50

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"You were the most interested person in the room, and you're gonna get love." - Maury Rogow Maury Rogow is all about storytelling. He is the CEO of the Rip Media Group and creator of the Story2Sales methodology that's generated over $150 million in trackable revenue for clients. I appreciate the tag line, "Your brand will thrive or die, based on th…

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How to Open a Sales Conversation Without Sounding Pushy or Weird - Part 3 34:45

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Ever freeze up when it’s time to promote your offer, even when you’re excited? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You just need a better opener. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve breaks down the #1 reason most sales messages get ignored (hint: it’s your first line) — and shares the 4 simple elements that make your outreach sou…

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Why the Right Question Feels Like an Invitation | Dr. Matt Lampe #46 1:35:11

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"The meaning of your communication is the result you are getting." - Dr. Matt Lampe With a Doctorate from Alliant International University's California School of Professional Psychology, Matt has dedicated his career to transforming how organizations approach change, leadership development, and workplace agility. He is currently leading enterprise-…

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Use the Script, Just Don’t Be the Script: How to Sell Authentically Without Sounding Weird - Part 2 34:43

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If you’ve ever followed a sales script that sounded great on paper but felt awkward coming out of your mouth… this episode is your permission slip to sell like you. In this week’s episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve Skory breaks down: The real purpose of a script (hint: it’s not to control the conversation) How to make any script sound natura…

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Stop Discounting! How to Sell at Full Price Without Losing Clients 25:56

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Are you stuck in the Markdown Mindset? If your first instinct is to slash your price just to close the deal, you’re not alone—but you are leaving money (and confidence) on the table. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve Skory shares the truth about why discounting is killing your profits, attracting the wrong customers, and making you …

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The Power of Asking "What Do I Do Now?" Instead of "Why Me?" | Dr. Latorial Faison #45 2:05:57

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"When I even think that I wanna give up, I can't because people like this put their life on the line so that I could have better opportunities." - Dr. Latorial Faison Dr. Latorial Faison is an HBCU and Virginia State University Professor, Poet, Author, Independent Scholar & Senior Military Spouse. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Virginia …

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Your Personality Is Your Sales Advantage: The SASS Method Explained - Part 1 31:09

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If you’ve ever followed sales advice that felt fake, forced, or just not you, this episode will feel like a warm exhale. Genevieve shares why your Authentic Sales DNA™ is the secret to sustainable, aligned success in business. Tune in as we explore: Why your personality is your biggest sales edge The psychology of trust (and how to build it natural…

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What Machines Can’t Imitate - On Questions, Doubt, and the Discipline of Curiosity | AI Alan Turing #44 48:30

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"I suspect beauty comes when a question both sharpens and enlarges your vision." - AI Alan Turing In this special episode, we step back to a cold December night in 1951 and into the warm, wood-paneled room of The Britons Protection, a historic Manchester pub. Across the table sits Alan Turing, the mathematician, wartime codebreaker, and one of the …

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Defenders LIVE update 2:29

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If you noticed that there was not a show posted last week, here’s a video describing what’s going on right now. There are about 160 episodes in the archive over the last 3 years. This should be enough to tide you over until the big launch! This pause should be relatively short and I’ll keep in touch! Thank you for your continued support. Warm regar…

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The Scholar Who Sees Literature in Sneakers, Hip-Hop, and Gaming | Dr. Jemayne King #43 1:39:08

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"Sneaker culture literature is no different than any other form of literature." - Dr. Jemayne King Jemayne, is creative, insightful, and VERY intentional. He is the founder of Sole Food Brand LLC, sole is spelled S.O.L.E which you will come to appreciate, and among many things, his company celebrates HBCUs (or Historically Black Colleges and Univer…

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Force and Justification: Navigating Self-Defense in Illinois 17:16

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Episode Summary: In this informative episode, host Kevin Rosenquist and attorney Edward Johnson discuss Illinois self-defense laws, focusing on the "no duty to retreat" principle and the justified use of force. They explore real cases, legal consequences, and practical advice for those involved in self-defense situations. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Sh…

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How to Recover from Being a Bad Sales Person 33:57

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It's 3:00 a.m. You're wide awake, spiraling in the silence. You're scrolling job boards. "Was I wrong to leave my job for this? Am I even cut out for this? Am I… a bad mom?" You're not alone. And no, you’re not a bad mom, and you're definitely not a bad salesperson. You're just missing a few critical clues. This episode is your raw, honest, late-ni…

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Want Connection? Skip The Small Talk | Ashley Kirsner #42 1:40:41

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"It is much safer to be vulnerable than you might think." - Ashley Kirsner Ashley is the founder and director of Skip the Small Talk, and believes in the efficacy of high-quality person-to-person interaction for improving psychological health. She has conducted research with professors at prestigious organizations such as Cornell University, the Ha…

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Ep. 157 | Hope Is Not a Plan: Train to Lead with Jim Shanahan 39:02

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In this episode of Defenders LIVE, veteran instructor Jim Shanahan breaks down why most training misses the mark—and how to raise your standard before it’s too late. 🔑 Learn what it means to be a Deliberate Responder, why hope is not a plan, and how to blend elite performance with real-world defense. 💥 Whether you're new to training or a seasoned p…

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The Question of Beauty: A Photographer's Pursuit | Robert Sturman #41 1:23:54

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"I realized that paying attention is a form of a question." - Robert Sturman Robert Sturman is a seeker and visual storyteller. Driven by an unshakeable belief that beauty exists everywhere. He has pursued this vision as an Official Artist of the Grammy Awards and the FIFA World Cup, and as a globally recognized photographer who captures the healin…

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Honoring John Holschen + Corrected Episode 156 | Building Thinking Shooters: NeuroDrills & Real-World Skills 1:01:32

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I am resharing this episode of Defenders LIVE because the first release had the wrong title and description. This conversation was with John Holschen—and it turned out to be one of the most meaningful episodes I recorded with him. Many of you may already know: John recently passed away. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and all who trained …

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Why People Hate Selling & How to Lead with Calm Confidence 23:33

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Do people really hate selling—or just the way they’re taught to do it? In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve Skory dives into why most of us cringe at the idea of sales and how to completely rethink it. If you’ve been forcing scripts, manufacturing urgency, and lowering your prices just to make the sale, this is your wake-up call. Tired…

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The Hustle Hangover Fix 25:32

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Hustle Hangover Recovery: Recalibrate Your Business Without Burning It All Down You’re not lazy. You’re not flaky. You’re not “falling behind.” You’re likely in a hustle hangover—and it’s time to recalibrate, not reinvent. In this episode, Genevieve Skory gets real about what it feels like to build a business that’s busy but not aligned. If you’re …

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Reviving Benjamin Franklin's Junto: How Questions Built America | Ken Woodward #40 24:31

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"They were the leather apron crowd, average guys intent on having extraordinary conversations." - Ken Woodward In this episode of Curated Questions, host Ken Woodward uncovers a forgotten antidote to our fractured discourse: Benjamin Franklin's Junto. In 1727 Philadelphia, a 21-year-old printer gathered tradesmen—the 'leather apron crowd'—for Frida…

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Ep. 155 | Living with Deeper Conviction & Training with Purpose | Mike Kinsey, Gunset Training Group 47:45

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This week on Defenders Live, host Lora Thorson interviews Mike Kinsey—firearms instructor, father, believer, and community leader—on how living with conviction changes everything. 💡 Defenders LIVE is supported by you. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. 🎯 Highlights include: * Insights on aligning …

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Burn the Slimy Sales Playbook: Selling with Soul, Strategy & Sanity 38:23

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Are you so done with manipulative sales tactics and sending awkward DMs to strangers? This first episode sets the entire tone for our journey together. If you're building a business and feel gross, confused, or exhausted when it comes to selling, you're not alone. Genevieve Skory, former C-suite executive turned soul-aligned sales mentor, is here t…

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How Asking 'What Was That Like' Creates Extraordinary Connection | Scott Johnson #39 1:35:40

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"I brought these people together and now they're engaging with each other and enriching each other's lives." - Scott Johnson Scott is a curious listener and natural connector. He started The Computer Tutor in 1999 and then expanded to include a compendium podcast, which he hosted for several hundred episodes. Driven by an insatiable desire to under…

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Ep. 154 | This One Shift Could Save Your Life and Leadership | Matt Ware, The Shift Podcast 1:01:52

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🔥 Feeling stuck? This might be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed. In this raw, deeply personal episode of Defenders LIVE, host Lora Thorson sits down with leadership coach and former pastor Matt Ware to uncover how leaders at every level — from business to family — can rise from failure, fear, and loss into greater strength, clarity, and …

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Money Matters: Navigating Arrests and Large Cash Holdings 15:58

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Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode, host Kevin Rosenquist and attorney Edward Johnson III discuss the complex issues surrounding cash seizures during arrests and civil asset forfeiture. Edward explains how law enforcement handles large cash amounts during arrests, debunks the "$10,000 limit" myth, and provides valuable insights on protect…

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How Do You Build a Life That Honors All Your Talents? | Ernest Ponraj #38 1:10:12

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"That's where things started with my idea and vision for this space." - Ernest Ponraj Dr. Ernest Ponraj, a native of Montgomery County, Maryland, pursued his undergraduate studies at Pacific Union College in California before earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University in 2008. After obtaining his DDS license, he returned to …

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Ep. 153 | FBI Interrogator Reveals the Psychology of Chaos and Calm | Dr. T.C. Fuller 49:35

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Host Lora Thorson and Dr. Fuller, building on their previous conversation, dive deeper into what civil unrest looks like in practice—especially in the wake of recent events like the LA protests and escalating global conflict. This episode covers: * The anatomy of societal breakdown * Human behavior under stress and chaos * The moral and mental fram…

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Walking 2,085 Miles Through America's Hard History | Ken Woodward #37 35:05

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"Albeit on wobbly legs, I chose courage." - Ken Woodward Curated Questions host, Ken Woodward recounts his transformative journey of questioning deeply held beliefs about patriotism and social justice, influenced by significant moments, readings, and personal encounters. This introspective episode delves into his midlife reevaluation of American hi…

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Unseen to Unshakable: Lora Thorson on Faith, Change, and Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be 1:21:49

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In this powerful, intimate episode of Defenders LIVE, Ross Hick flips the script by interviewing regular host Lora Thorson. This raw, transformative conversation delves into Lora’s emotional, spiritual, and physical evolution over the past few years. Together, they unpack: * What it really takes to change your life * The hidden weight of false humi…

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#1 Real Estate Team in Charlotte, NC. Thomas Elrod | Interrogation # 136 1:14:54

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High-performance real estate advisors in Charlotte, NC. Ranked the #1 Team in the #1 Keller Williams office in the world, Thomas and his team excel at bringing buyers and sellers together with expert knowledge in negotiation. They run a prospecting based, marketing enhanced business. Thomas comes from a marketing, business, and finance background. …

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Locked and Loaded: Navigating the New Illinois Gun Licensing Laws 15:42

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Episode Summary: Attorney Edward D. Johnson III discusses recent changes to Illinois gun licensing laws, focusing on FOID cards and Concealed Carry Licenses (CCL). The episode covers the complexities of gun transfers, background check requirements, self-defense situations, and legal challenges faced by CCL holders. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Show Intr…

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When Every Conversation Holds Possibility | Jeff Wetzler #36 51:00

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"That is the question. What can I learn from this person?" - Jeff Wetzler Jeff is a learner and teacher. Blending a unique set of leadership experiences in business and education, he has pursued this quest as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, as a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, as Chief Learning Officer at…

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From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Jeremy Morris & the Power of Wild Courage | Ep. 151 41:54

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In this deeply moving and vulnerable episode, we welcome Jeremy Morris—husband, father, business owner, and co-founder of Wild Courage. Jeremy shares his raw journey from rock bottom to redemption, shedding light on trauma, addiction, healing, and the profound transformation that comes from facing your truth. His story is one of pain and triumph, s…

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The Interrogation Playbook: Understanding Police Tactics and Your Rights 15:18

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In this eye-opening episode, host Kevin Rosenquist and attorney Edward D. Johnson III discuss common police interrogation tactics and crucial legal rights during investigations. Edward shares valuable insights about police deception, the importance of legal representation, and how to protect yourself during police interactions. Key Timestamps: 00:0…

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When You Show Up for Yourself, Your World Changes | Shelbie Morgan #35 1:02:44

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"I had a lot of small victories, but it wasn't until I showed up as me completely that my world began to change." - Shelbie Morgan Shelbie Morgan is a force for good. Good purpose, good energy, good vibes, and good financial literacy. For several years, Shelbie worked in corporate marketing and social media, with her last corporate role in human re…

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Ep. 150 | Train for Chaos: Master Emotional Control & Survive the Worst | John Hearne 58:47

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In this powerful follow-up episode, host Lora Thorson sits down once again with John Hearne—a seasoned public safety professional, retired U.S. Park Ranger, and the brain behind Two Pillars Training. With over 30 years of experience, John delivers sobering truths and practical insights on how to train for violence, maintain emotional control, and t…

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From FBI Interrogations to Corporate Conversations | MK Palmore #34 1:20:06

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"The secret to interviewing is knowing when to shut up and listen." - MK Palmore M.K. Palmore's story begins where many transformational leaders find their compass—in service to something greater than themselves. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., during a time when the city carried the sobering title of "murder capital" of the United States, the…

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Ep. 149 | Instructor & Advocate: Lora Thorson’s Rise as a Defender | From Sling’N Lead Podcast 1:15:13

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Communicator & Protector: The Journey of Lora Thorson In this compelling episode of the Sling'N Lead Podcast, your hosts TJ and Kent sit down with the extraordinary Lora Thorson, host of Defenders LIVE. This is more than just a guest interview—it’s an exploration of mission, mindset, and personal transformation. Lora shares her evolution from a bus…