Episodes

Don served more than 23 years with the Pima County (AZ) Sheriff’s Department, retiring in 2015. His assignments with the department included training director, patrol district commander, special operations, tactical response and staff services section commander, as well as the support operations and criminal investigations division commander. He now leads NTOA’s Training and Education Department, as well as their prestigious cadre of instructors. He also manages NTOA training courses, seminars a...

Captain Rhone has been an officer with the Hampton Police Division since June 2002. She has over twenty years of critical problem solving, strategic planning, decision making, and leading others in the law enforcement industry. Specific expertise in training and education, leadership development and human resource functions. Documented record of success solving workplace effectiveness problems through the development of systems, policies, and cultivating relationships., Records, Personnel & Recr...

Join us to hear Paul Zalucky talk about his 28-year career as a CIA Operations Officer overseas before retiring from its Executive Ranks. He will share his experiences as an Operations Officer in Moscow, the Subcontinent, the Middle East, Kyiv and Warsaw. Mr. Zalucky served in Moscow from 84-86 and was involved in the operations highlighted in David Hoffman’s book “Billion Dollar Spy.” Mr. Zalucky continues to conduct business in the central Europe, travels to Ukraine to assist with security and...

Find out why over 1M people view his TED Talks. Join us, especially if you're in Public Safety for a rare look at how extraordinary experiences shape us, our happiness, wellbeing and performance. Paul J. Zak is a professor at Claremont Graduate University and is ranked in the top 0.3% of most cited scientists with over 180 published papers and more than 19,000 citations to his research. Zak’s two decades of research have taken him from the Pentagon to Fortune 50 boardrooms to the rainforest of P...

Justin King is the Chief Product and Strategy Officer (CPSO) of the National Command and Staff College. With over 33 years of Military and Government experience, he leads the organization's product and business development and implementation of the company’s strategic initiatives. Justin is a trusted consultant and coach with a reputation for developing strong, resilient organizations and confident, capable leaders. Drawing on his breadth of experience in business management, training facilitati...

Join us as we talk to New Smyrna Beach Chief of Police Eric Feldman about his 24 years of experience in state, local, and federal law enforcement, spanning various roles and responsibilities. His experiences include homeland security, special tactics, cybercrime, and international cooperation. As a law enforcement coach and mentor for Performance Protocol, he is passionate about creating positive organizational change, developing staff, improving training programs, policies, and equipment, and b...

Join us as he brings the secret intelligence world and its connections to global hotspots and current events to light. Jack Devine served at the Central Intelligence Agency for more than 30 years, rising to become the acting deputy director of operations – the head of all CIA spying operations.His life’s story is one of gripping intrigue and high-stakes maneuvering, and he was present at nearly every major CIA operation. The issues present in the news today – Russia/the Ukraine, Snowden, cyber s...

People without a place to tell their story and a person to listen to it never come into possession of themselves. Discovery Ministries was founded in 1974 in Westville, NJ. Since then over 30,000 youth, young adults, and family members have participated in spiritual retreats in an atmosphere of love and acceptance that have helped them grow, pursue their dreams, and develop their talents and gifts. During 2011-12, the Discovery Retreat House was renovated to expand their mission. The renovated h...

Since February 2009, Stephen Luce has served as the Executive Director for the Indiana Sheriffs Association. As the Executive Director he administers all affairs of the Association including the following: statewide training for all Sheriffs and their employees, legislation, fundraising, annual membership drive, acts as a liaison for the Sheriffs in communicating to State Offices, and organize and supervise research and educational programs for the Association. Everyday Steve encourages those ar...

Bob Goldsmith is the Sheriff of Tippecanoe County, in Indiana. A Tippecanoe County resident for all but two years of his life, Sheriff Goldsmith graduated from Lafayette Jeff High School, attended Purdue and Ball State Universities, and then began his career in law enforcement as a Tippecanoe County Jail Deputy in 1997. He eventually worked his way up to supervisor before leaving, and becoming a Clinton County Sheriff’s Office Deputy in 1999. On September 11, 2001, he walked into the lobby of th...

Dr. Amir Kfir is an organizational consultant and management change leader. For over 30 years he has been helping companies worldwide in organizational transformation and has been a leader in the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) forum methodology process. His global experiences have led him to gain a deep understanding of cultural and business diversity. Amir is known for his methodology of Nonflict which he spoke about in a TED talk in 2017. He is also the author of Nonflict: The Art of Eve...

At 54, Shawn Lesser isn't just a father of two and a seasoned business leader; he's also a survivor. His recent struggles with anxiety and depression took him through two treatment centers in early 2023, where he was nicknamed Shaky. Instead of letting the experience defeat him, Shawn used his inherent resilience and humor to overcome it. Now, he’s committed to sharing his journey to inspire and help other men facing similar challenges. Shawn is the founder of THE REAL Mental Health Foundation, ...

Jon Macaskill (muh-KAS-kill) is a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned consultant and mindfulness and meditation teacher. He was born in South Africa but grew up in Ruston, Louisiana. After graduating high school, he served briefly as an enlisted sailor in the US Navy before receiving an appointment to the US Naval Academy and graduating from there with a BS in mathematics 4 years later. Jon served in Iraq, Afghanistan, off the coast of Somalia, and in Panama. After retiring, he served briefly as ...

David Atkins has a lifetime of experience from childhood, the State Police, and direct sales to breakthrough fear & adversity to play a bigger game in business and life. He has always lived his life according to a set of principles that revealed themselves to him at an early age. At the ripe age of twelve, he set a goal to earn the money to buy a $3000 batting machine and cage. Between fifteen and sixteen, he undertook rigorous physical training to ultimately become an open-water lifeguard. At t...

Join us as we talk with former LA Sheriff, SWAT, celebrity trainer and tactical guru Mark Schlegel. Mark Schlegel, a re-red law enforcement professional with a distinguished career spanning 31 years in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, concluded his service in 2020. In addition to his extensive operational experience, Mark is an accomplished educator, having trained over 10,000 cops across the US and abroad for more than 20 years. His commitment to sharing both the wins and challenges...

Brian’s passion for empowering others led him to pursue his work at the National Command & Staff College, an international think-tank, and with colleagues launched MAGNUSWorx, an education and data analytics platform dedicated to peak performance and wellbeing. Brian is a speaker, coach, and trainer for government and private organizations, dedicated to promoting leadership, high-performing teams, and providing others with actionable information for personal preparedness and resilience. His work...

John McGinness spent more than 31 years with the Sheriff's Department and has served in every service area of the Department. He is a highly decorated veteran with a background in many high profile assignments. McGinness served for many years as a member of the elite Sheriff's Motorcycle Detail where he was a training officer and team leader. He also served as a CSI investigator, homicide detective and department spokesman. McGinness was promoted through the ranks and ultimately commanded the Ce...

Lt. Col David A. Grossman is an American author and #1 trainer for Law Enforcement who conducts seminars on the psychology of lethal force and truth. He has made revolutionary contributions to our understanding of killing in war, the psychological costs of war, the root causes of the current “virus” of violent crime that is raging around the world, and the process of healing the victims of violence, in war and peace. His first book, On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War a...

Retired U.S. Navy Special Warfare Combatant Crewman (SWCC) and Tier One Operator, Matthew Werner, shares some of the Tips, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) he has learned to be become truly “FEARLESS”. Retiring as an elite operator and leader inside our U.S. Special Operations and Special Forces communities, Matthew became a senior operator leading, mentoring and selecting the top 2% Naval Special Warfare Operators including Navy SEALS, SWCC, EOD and supporting elements. Today he shares with us ...

Dr. Chris Auger's passion for strong teams and leaders was ignited and developed over the course of his nearly 28 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. Chris served 12 years as an enlisted U.S. Navy SEAL and then 16 years as a Commissioned SEAL Officer. He rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander (LCDR/O4) selected for Commander (O5). Chris turned down the promotion to pursue more time with family and opted to retire in March 2015. He remains dedicated to seeing high-performing teams come to truly know and...

After winning his own battle with cancer, Pat Croce has turned to a life of mindfulness, including practicing healing, harmony, and happiness. He's very passionate about sharing his journey. He began his career as a physical therapist and conditioning coach for the Philadelphia Flyers, then as a Sports Medicine Director with 40 centers spanning 11 states with clients like Julius Erving and Charles Barkley, and a former NBA President and Philadelphia 76ers owner. As the athletic trainer for the 7...

Join Brigadier General Terry L. Bullard (ret), the Commander, Air Force Office of Special Investigations (OSI), Quantico, Virginia in today's episode as he shares life changing experiences from the field. OSI is the Air Force’s focal point for working with U.S. and foreign nation law enforcement and security services in order to provide timely and accurate threat information in all environments globally. OSI is also a combat-ready military organization that provides the Air Force and Space Force...

Join #1 trauma expert and best-selling author Dr. Shauna Springer as we seek to understand various therapies by arming ourselves with knowledge and asking the right questions. Empower anyone to make informed decisions about their emotional fitness requirements and mental health journey, especially using leading-edge ketamine treatment. Co-hosts Dr. Cat & Capt Matt conclude their search for meaning from a rare, joint treatment experience by sharing this final episode in collaboration with special...

Join co-hosts Dr. Cat and Capt Matt as they share Part 2 of their personal journey with the latest generation of trauma treatment featuring the Spec Ops Cocktail at the renowned Stella Center in Chicago. Listen in on the intimate experiences of a US Navy Special Warfare Operator at the tip of the spear for over two decades, and a behavioral scientist with unexpected trauma discoveries during this epic journey of healing. Key takeaways include revealing unique and amazing connections only experie...