Spear Talk

Christopher Papst

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 193, we welcomed Chris Papst to Spear Talk! Chris is the lead investigative reporter for Project Baltimore, Fox45’s ongoing investigation into Maryland’s public education system. He is a national Emmy award-winning reporter and #1 best-selling author.

As an investigative reporter, Chris' work has led to the passing of state laws, criminal convictions and court rulings that have set legal precedent throughout Maryland. As an author, his books, Failure Factory and Capital Murder, were both Amazon bestsellers in multiple categories. He is also the author of the novel, Devolution - released in 2016.

During his career, Chris’ work has received awards of recognition from institutions such as the Maryland General Assembly, the Maryland Office of the Comptroller and the Maryland Office of the Inspector General for Education. In 2023, Chris received the Vanguard Award from the Maryland State Conference NAACP. One year later, he received the Excellence in Education Advocacy Award from the Randallstown Chapter of the NAACP.

Chris’ investigative reports have been recognized with some of journalism’s top national honors. His work has earned awards fromthe National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), National Press Photographers Association (NPPA), The Columbia Journalism School (The duPont Columbia Award), Society of Professional Journalists (Sigma Delta Chi Awards), and the Press Club of Atlantic City (National Headliner Awards). Chris has earned nearly 100 regional awards including 49 Emmys, and multiple Edward R. Murrow, Associated Press, PICPA and various State Broadcasters Association awards.

Chris has appeared on Fox News, MSNBC, NBC Nightly News, CNBC, various national radio networks and Podcasts to discuss his reporting. His work has also been the focus of The Weather Channel documentary "Weather Caught on Tape."

Failure Factory: How Baltimore City Public Schools Deprive Taxpayers and Students of a Future (Sunbury Press) exposes how Baltimore is funding its own demise by pumping billions of dollars into a failing school system.

Capital Murder: An Investigative Reporter's Hunt for Answers in a Collapsing City (Sunbury Press) details Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's epic financial collapse as seen through the eyes of an investigative reporter.

His novel, Devolution (Post Hill Press), depicts the collapse of a global superpower and asks the question: If we could start a country today, what kind of government would we create?

In our discussion we covered his start in journalism, what numbers and statistics tell us about the education system, political posturing in the school systems, the goal of Project Baltimore, and so much more!

#projectbaltimore #educationsystem #chrispapst

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty Nine

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Thank you for checking out Talk O'Tuesdays with Eric Bass, the bass player and producer of the platinum selling rock band, Shinedown, and John Guarnieri, the host of Spear Talk podcast. This weekly podcast came about after we recorded an episode of Spear Talk one night with Thomas Winterton (the superintendent of Skinwalker Ranch), where at the conclusion of the recording, Eric and I chatted for another 90 minutes about life and everything in between, with a lot of the time dedicated to coming up with a name for the show.There is no agenda when it comes to Talk O'Tuesdays. We will cover a wide variety of topics to include scientific achievements, exploration, cryptozoology, UFOs, art, creativity, writing, mental health, farming, hiking, and just about everything under the sun. We hope you enjoy this weekly show and hope you get something out of it each week.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / J.L. Engel

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:33:00 -0000

On this 81st episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author J. L. Engel. Jeremy talks about his upcoming book, Where The Children Don't Play, inspirations behind his writings, while also reminiscing about his debut novel, A Dangerous Man.

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Eric P Bishop is an author, and host of A Tale Of Two Scribes. The 3rd book in The OMEGA GROUP Series, DREXEL is out now as well as RANSOMED DAUGHTER and BABYLON WILL RISE. You can also pick up his debut THE BODY MAN as well its sequel BREACH OF TRUST, and SUPREME JUSTICE, all three novels are part of The BODY MAN Series. Eric’s passions, besides writing, includes: Time spent with his kids, travel, music, and exploring the great outdoors. You can find out more about Eric and his novels by visiting his website: https://www.ericpbishop.com

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Johnny Zaffis

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:06:00 -0000

For episode 192, we welcomed the "paranormal godfather", John Zaffis to the show! John has over forty-three years of experience studying and investigating the paranormal. He has had the opportunity to work for and with his aunt and uncle, Ed and Lorraine Warren. This sent John beyond looking for ghosts and hauntings and into studying demonology under the Warrens. This led into John's involvement with cases of possession and exorcism, which gave him the opportunity to work with prominent exorcists in this field, including Roman Catholic priests, monks, Buddhists, rabbis and ministers. John has assisted and worked with well-known exorcists Bishop Robert McKenna, Father Malachi Martin, and the Reverend Jun.

His research has taken him throughout the United States, Canada, England and Scotland covering several thousands of cases. Through hands on investigating with other investigators and clergy, he has obtained a great deal of knowledge and understanding of the paranormal and is considered one of the foremost authorities in the field today.

John has a lot of first-hand paranormal experience, including experience with ghosts, poltergeists, and demonic and diabolical entities. He has also worked extensively with both spiritualists and psychics concerning how their knowledge is used for channeling, reincarnation (past-life regression), calling of the spirits for information, and how they use meditation to acquire the information which they are seeking. Because of his personal experiences with hauntings, ESP, near death experiences and other paranormal activities, he is firm in his conviction that such phenomena exist.

John has been featured in the SyFy television series Haunted Collector., Discovery Channel's documentaries A Haunting in Connecticut and Little Lost Souls. John has also appeared on Unsolved Mysteries, Piers Morgan, and many other print and news media events. John also appears in Graveyards and In A Dark Place, both books written by Ed and Lorraine Warren. John's first book, Shadows of the Dark, co-written with Brian McIntyre, was released in September 2004. John has also appeared on Ghost Hunters and Ghost Adventures. John is working on multiple follow-up books currently and is lecturing all over the United States at colleges and universities.

Over the years, John has collected many hundreds of possessed items either given to or sent to him by people wishing to be rid of them. The John Zaffis Paranormal Museum opened in 2004 in order to display these items and continues to be open today. John wrote and starred in the documentary film Museum of the Paranormal, released in 2010, which gives the viewer a tour of his museum and the stories behind some of the objects. John was the starring role in the television series Haunted Collector which ran on SyFy from 2011 through 2013.

In our discussion we covered his early paranormal experiences which sent him on his career, growing up with his aunt and uncle, the importance of preserving history, the concept of science vs. theory, the study of demonology, working with various faith leaders, the ever-changing technological landscape, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / C.E. Albanese

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:37:00 -0000

On this 80th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author C.E. Albanese. C.E. talks about his inspirations to become a writer, his career in secret servic, his two latest book releases and what led him to write about faith.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Matthew Quirk

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:33:00 -0000

On this 79th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome New York Times best-selling author Matthew Quirk. Matthew talks about his brand new book, "The Method" (2026), as well as his book "The Night Agent" which was adapted into a succesful Netflix series, his literary influences and more.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / John Gilstrap

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:41:00 -0000

On this 78th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author John Gilstrap to the podcast. John talks about his brand new book, Scorched Earth (2026), the "Jonathan Grave" series, his influences to become a writer and future projects.

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Mike Gatto

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:38:00 -0000

For episode 191, we welcomed Mike Gatto to Spear Talk!

In the law, and in life, Mike Gatto has always felt a calling to improve how society works for its citizens. That calling led him to serve in the California State Assembly, where he won eight elections to serve four terms. That calling makes him a different kind of attorney, a problem solver focused on obtaining efficient, excellent results.

During his tenure in the Legislature, Mike Gatto served on the Banking & Finance committee, presided over Assembly sessions as Assistant Speaker, and chaired the Appropriations, Consumer Protection & Privacy, and Utilities & Commerce committees. As chair of Appropriations, he determined billions in spending each year. As chair of Consumer Protection & Privacy, he was involved in several innovative initiatives involving technology and cybersecurity. As chair of Utilities & Commerce, he guided landmark utility and energy policy, and regulatory reforms. Along the way, he developed substantial expertise in each of those subject areas.

Mike was also the author of several landmark pieces of legislation in his tenure – and a total of fifty-five measures he authored became law. He authored the first Rainy Day Fund, a savings account for the state, forcing the state to sock away money when times are good, so it needn’t scramble so much when times are not so good. He authored landmark production tax incentives, to keep good entertainment jobs in Southern California, after a generation of lawmakers had tried and failed. He authored the only substantive Proposition 65 reform ever, which saved businesses from junk lawsuits. He brought $700 million to Southern California to clean up polluted groundwater. He authored a bill to allow families to avoid probate (and attorneys’ fees), a bill the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association called one of the most important bills since Prop. 13. And, on a more fun level, Mike authored the bill that brought back the classic black license plates.

Before his election to the Assembly, Mike practiced law at Los Angeles’s oldest and most distinguished firm, and previously served as a Congressional Chief of Staff, and in the administrations of three Los Angeles mayors.

He is a frequent guest analyst on television news programs, serves on the Board of Directors for the A-Mark Foundation, and is a member of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus, and a Captain in the California Guard.

In our discussion we covered the media role in politics, how to meet people in the middle, identity politics, raising a family in a political landscape, his father’s unsolved murder, conservation, and so much more!

#mikegatto #politics #unsolvedmurder

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Andy Husbands

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:40:00 -0000

For episode 190, we welcomed Andy Husbands to the show! Andy Husbands is a restauranteur with over 27 years of experience, owning and operating award-winning restaurants in Boston,including The Smoke Shop BBQ with locations in Kendall Square and the Seaport. Known as Boston’s top Pitmaster, Husbands spent years on the competitive BBQ circuit and has earned local and national praise including appearances on the Food Network and being named the 2014 Massachusetts Restaurant Association Chef of the Year. Additionally, Husbands is an accomplished author of five award-winning cookbooks, including his newest “Pitmaster.” Deeply rooted in the community, Husbands is a large contributor to Share Our Strength, the nation’s leading hunger relief organization, as well as an active board member of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association and a Rodman Celebration Restaurant Chair.

In our discussion, we covered his upbringing out west and what brought him to New England, the science of BBQ, what it means to be on the competitive BBQ circuit, leadership qualities as it pertains to building a team to run a restaurant, what the trends are in BBQ, writing BBQ books, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Bruce Robert Coffin

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:08:00 -0000

On this 77th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, author Bruce Robert Coffin is our guest on the podcast. He talks about his new book, Bitter Fall, his career in law enforcement and some of his future endeavors.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / A.M. Adair Interviews Eric P. Bishop

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:32:00 -0000

On this 76th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, Ama Adair once again takes over the hosting duties, turning the mic around on her guest this week, your regular host, Eric P. Bishop.

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Keith Caputo

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:14:00 -0000

For episode 189 we welcomed back to Spear Talk, Keith Caputo. Keith is the lead singer and a founder of the alternative metal band, Life of Agony, a painter, and a staunch ban supporter of the banning of sex reassignment and cross-sex hormones for minors.

In our discussion we covered his connection to various art forms, what NYC passion means to him, the metal community as it pertains to Life of Agony, working with world class musicians in his solo work, spiritualty and recent paintings he has done of Jesus, the pratfalls of transgenderism that no one talks about, protecting kids from sex reassignment surgeries, and so much more!

#keithcaputo #lifeofagony #protectthechildren

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A Tale of Two Scribes / L.A. Chandlar

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:02:00 -0000

On this 75th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome best selling author L.A. Chandlar to the program. L.A. talks about her books, including the newest release, "The Hindenburg Spy", as well as upcoming projects.

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Eric P. Bishop is an author, and host of A Tale Of Two Scribes. His next novel DREXEL releases January 20, 2026 and his latest novel SUPREME JUSTICE is out now. You can also pick up his debut THE BODY MAN as well its sequel BREACH OF TRUST, plus the novella RANSOMED DAUGHTER and BABYLON WILL RISE. Eric’s passions, besides writing, includes: Time spent with his kids, travel, music, and exploring the great outdoors. You can find out more about Eric and his novels by visiting his website: https://www.ericpbishop.com

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Chris Bingham

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:36:00 -0000

For episode 188, we welcomed Chris Bingham. Chris is a dedicated law enforcement officer with over two decades of service and leadership experience. A graduate of the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command, Chris has spent his career building and leading K9 programs while advocating for the wellbeing and legacy of working dogs across the nation.

He’s best known for his bond with his retired partner, K9 Tambo, whose story of resilience and recovery has inspired thousands. Through storytelling, public appearances, and collaborations, Chris raises awareness for organizations like Project K9 Hero, which supports retired K9s with medical care and post-service needs.

Outside of law enforcement, Chris is passionate about fitness and mentorship, using his platform to inspire others through messages of perseverance, fatherhood, and defying the odds.

In our discussion we covered his career as in law enforcement as a K9 handler, building a trust with his canines, the story of "Tambo", leadership qualities, organizations that help retired canine units, Project K9 Hero, and so much more.

#k9unit #lawenforcement #leadership

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Talk O’Tuesday’s / Episode Forty-Eight

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:09:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Brad Meltzer

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:36:00 -0000

On this 74th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome The New York Times' best selling author Brad Meltzer to the program. He talks about his new book release, The Viper, available now!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Christmas Special 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:50:00 -0000

On this 73rd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we are closing out 2025 by celebrating a year end Christmas episode with Ama Adair, Dave Buzan, Charles Hack, and David Darling talking about their year's highlights, what's in store for 2026 and much more! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Jack Stewart

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:18:00 -0000

On this 72nd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Jack Stewart to the program. He talks about his career as a U.S. Navy fighter pilot with over two decades of service, his influences on writing and, last but not least, his new book W.E.B. Griffin: Direct Action.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Steve Urszenyi

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:41:00 -0000

On this 71st episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Steve Urszenyi for his 2nd appearance on the program. He talks about his new book, Blood Oath, daily life and what's in store for the future.

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty-Seven

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:57:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Carolyn Skowron

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:18:00 -0000

On this 70th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Carolyn Sophia Skowron to the program. She talks about her story and challenges regarding mental health, the motivations behind her first book, "Unbreakable", as well as some of her future plans and activities.

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode 46

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time. *

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Kerri Hoskins

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 187, we welcomed back Kerri Hoskins for the second time. Kerri Hoskins is best known for portraying "Sonya Blade" in several incarnations of the game beginning with Mortal Kombat 3. She toured the United States and Europe portraying Sonya Blade in the Mortal Kombat: Live Tour. She also appeared in a number of other games produced by Midway Games including Revolution X and NBA Jam and is a secret character in NBA Showtime: NBA on NBC. Hoskins trained for two years in Tang Soo Do, a Korean martial art, and is an accomplished artist.

In our discussion we covered how we both have dealt with the grieving process, self-healing and moving forward, nutrition and fitness habits, how her art and creative process has changed, the continued legacy of "Sonya Blade" and Mortal Kombat, and so much more!

#mortalkombat #sonyablade #griefjourney

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Jack MacTavish

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:18:00 -0000

On this 69th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Jack MacTavish to the program.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / James Dawson

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:52:00 -0000

On this 68th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome James Dawson to the program.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / KJ Waters

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:08:00 -0000

On the 67th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome KJ Waters to the program. KJ talks about her newest book release, Fracturing Time, the "Stealing Time" book series and future projects.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Jay S. Bell

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:38:00 -0000

On this 66th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Jay S. Bell to the program. Jay talks about his new book release, Welcome to Cottonmouth, his influences, inspirations and what lead him to become a writer.

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Donald Gibb

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:23:00 -0000

For episode 186, we welcomed Donald Gibb to the show! Donald is an American actor, best known for his roles as the hulking, dimwitted fraternity brother "Ogre" in several installments of the Revenge of the Nerds film series, as Kumite fighter "Ray Jackson" in Bloodsport, and as Leslie "Dr. Death" Krunchner on the HBO sitcom 1st & Ten.

In our discussion we covered his start in the entertainment industry, working alongside Jean-Claude Van Damme in Bloodsport and the legacy of the film, his portrayal of "Ogre" and how he molded the character into something that had a lasting impact, his job as a supporting actor, fan reception at conventions, his own beer line, and so much more!

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Michelle Belanger

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:57:00 -0000

For episode 185, we once again welcomed Michelle Belanger to Spear Talk. Michelle Belanger is an occult expert, presenter, singer, psychic, and author of more than thirty books on paranormal topics. Michelle has been featured on TV shows including A&E’s Paranormal State and the Travel Channel's Portals to Hell as a psychic medium and occult expert. Michelle’s nonfiction research in books like "The Dictionary of Demons" and "The Psychic Vampire Codex" has been sourced in television shows, university courses, and publications around the world. A person of many talents, Michelle has performed with musical groups, including the dark metal band URN, and the Gothic duo Nox Arcana, and designed immersive live actions RPGs for companies such as Wizards of the Coast. In the 1990s, Michelle was the editor of Shadowdance, a magazine dedicated to dark fringe culture that has since been reborn as a podcast. Michelle has made appearances on CNN, A&E, Fox News, Reelz, and the History Channel.

In our discussion we covered the importance of understanding history, the power of mythical books, what the afterlife means for different religions, her music career and designing RPGs, negative energy, and so much more!

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Matt Bradley

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:29:00 -0000

For episode 184, we welcomed our dear friend, Matt Bradley to the show! Matt is avid crab fisherman and was a star on the show Deadliest Catch for close to twenty seasons!

In our discussion we covered his career as crab fisherman, the rigors of life on a crab fishing boat, the team dynamic, dealing with film crews capturing everything on camera, his upbringing, his road to addiction recovery and how faith played a part in that, what he is doing today outside the crab fishing world, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Terrence McCauley

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:04:00 -0000

On this 64th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome back Terrence McCauley to the program. For more info about Terrence and his work, please visit his website: https://www.terrencemccauley.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty-Five

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:40:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Kyle Mills

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:40:00 -0000

On this 63rd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome New York Times Bestseller Kyle Mills to the program.For more info about Kyle, please visit his website: https://www.kylemills.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Ryan Pote

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 15:55:00 -0000

On this 62nd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Ryan Pote to the program. We talk about his career, as Ryan is a twelve-year veteran Navy helicopter pilot and mission commander who was part of a joint interagency special operations task force (JIATF) and also about his debut thriller, Blood and Treasure, out eveywhere july 22nd. For more info about Ryan, please visit his website: https://www.ryanpote.com/

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Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:23:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Michael Picco & Christopher Hawkins

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:31:00 -0000

On this 59th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome horror writers Michael Picco & Christopher Hawkins to the program.

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SGT. Major Mike Vining

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 182, we welcomed Sgt. Major Mike Vining to Spear Talk! Mike Vining served 31 years in the US Army before retiring as a sergeant major. For a one-year tour of duty to Vietnam between 1970 and 1971, Vining served with the 99th Ordnance Detachment as an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician. His team was responsible for destroying Rock Island East, the largest enemy ammunition cache in the war.

Vining later attended and graduated from the first Operator Training Course (OTC-1) in 1978 and went on to participate in Operation Eagle Claw, Operation Urgent Fury for the assault on Richmond Hill Prison, Operation Just Cause, Operation Desert Storm, and Operation Uphold Democracy in Haiti. He also served as the explosive investigator of the Downing Assessment Task Force for which he investigated the truck bombing at Al Khobar Towers, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, on June 25, 1996.

In our discussion, we covered the legendary meme of his that goes around the internet daily, the breakdown between leadership and mentorship, being a part of the history and creation of the Delta Force, what EOD training consisted of, staying involved in the veteran community, dealing with PTSD / depression, his love of mountain climbing, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty-Three

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:55:38 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Martin Rooney

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

On this 58th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author/Fitness Expert Martin Rooney to the program. Please, check out Martin’s website and get a copy of his debut book Blood Feud here: https://trainingforwarriors.com/our-team/

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Michael Hunter

Thu, 29 May 2025 13:57:27 -0000

For episode 181, we welcomed Michael Hunter to Spear Talk! MICHAEL HUNTER is a professionally trained chef, bestselling author of The Hunter Chef Cookbook, hunter, forager, husband, and father. Michael began cooking at the early age of thirteen and fell in love with food and the restaurant industry. Growing up on a horse farm, Michael has a natural connection to nature. An honors graduate of the Humber College Apprenticeship Chef Program obtaining his Red Seal, he has worked for some of Canada’s top chefs and kitchens. In 2015, Michael opened Antler Kitchen & Bar with his business partner Jody Shapiro. Antler has received countless accolades locally and nationally and more recently in the internationally acclaimed Michelin Guide. Michael has appeared on the podcasts MeatEater and The Joe Rogan Experience. He has cooked at culinary festivals around the world including the United States, United Arab Emirates, Australia, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Brazil. Michael lives in Toronto, Canada.

In our talk we covered his new book, Hunter Chef in the Wild, using nature and the land to create in his kitchen and restaurant, the "freedom" in his cooking style, living off the land, wildlife conservation, his incredible restaurant in Toronto, Antler Kitchen + Bar, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Jody Wenner

Mon, 26 May 2025 22:54:47 -0000

On this 57th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author/Editor Jody Wenner to the program. Please check out Jody’s website and get a copy of her latest book here: https://www.jodywenner.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty-Two

Tue, 20 May 2025 23:02:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Linwood Barclay

Mon, 19 May 2025 14:56:10 -0000

On this 56th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Linwood Barclay to the program. Please check out Linwoods’s website and get a copy of his latest book, Whistle, here: https://www.linwoodbarclay.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty-One

Tue, 06 May 2025 23:05:37 -0000

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Nick Horvath

Thu, 01 May 2025 03:54:42 -0000

For episode 180, we welcomed Nick Horvath to the show! Nick is the author of the SLEDGE VS. action-thriller series.

A native of northern Minnesota, Nick studied Physics and English at Duke University before embarking on a 12-year professional basketball career. Over that time, he transformed himself from a timid finesse player into a rugged rebounding monster, much like his savage anti-hero, Sledge Laukkanen.

Though he has yet to bludgeon anyone to death with his bare hands, anyone wishing to date his daughter should consider themselves forewarned.

He draws inspiration from 80’s action and horror movies, Robert E. Howard’s Conan, Frank Miller’s Sin City, and hard-boiled noir mysteries.

He is currently living the dream in New Zealand with his wonderful woman and awesome children.

In our discussion we covered our love of Ron E. Howard works and Conan the Barbarian, what it means to be an independent author, what makes a book "pulp", why the character of "Sledge" and world resonates with people, his transition from professional basketball player to teacher, and so much more!

#nickhorvath #pulpfiction #independentauthor

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Samantha M. Bailey

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:21:25 -0000

On this 55th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome International Bestselling Author Sam Bailey to the program. "Hello, Juliet" is the fourth novel Sam has released and this one dives into the Hollywood experience. Please, check out Sam’s website and get a copy of the latest book release here: https://samanthambailey.com/

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Pat McNamara

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 179, we welcomed Patrick McNamara to the show! Patrick is an Army veteran of 22 years, having served on numerous special operations units. He retired from the Army's premier hostage rescue unit as a SGT Major and is an author of T.A.P.S. (Tactical Application of Practical Shooting) and Sentinel. He teaches tactical training and marksman courses throughout the year as well as the co-host of the University of Badassery Podcast with CJ Ortiz!

In our discussion we covered the importance of preserving history and learning from it, what it takes to live off the land and sustainability, the start of Basic Dude Stuff, protecting the mind, body, and soul, tactical awareness in our daily lives, and so much more.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Brad Taylor

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:46:46 -0000

On this 54th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome NY Times Bestselling Author Brad Taylor to the program. Brad transitioned from a career in the military to writing bestselling novels and never looked back. His latest Pike Logan Thriller INTO THE GRAY ZONE is the 19th book in the series. Please, check out Brad’s website and get a copy of his latest release here: https://bradtaylorbooks.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Glenn Pasch

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:21:31 -0000

On this 53rd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Glenn Pasch to the program. Besides his role as CEO of a full service digital marketing agency, Glenn hosts his own podcast, You’re In Charge, while also taking his years of training and marketing experience and crafting his latest novel, The Road To Sold. Please, check out Glenn’s website here: https://pcgcompanies.com/meet-the-team/team/glenn-pasch/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Lauren Ungeldi

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:11:42 -0000

On this 52nd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Lauren Ungeldi to the program. Lauren has the unique ability to listen intently and help bring people’s true life stories alive in written form. Her books span soldiers, politicians, and even survivors of horrific abuses. Please check out Lauren’s website here: https://laurenungeldi.com/en/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Forty

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 22:27:51 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Gene Koon

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:07:18 -0000

On this 51st episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Gene Koon to the program. Gene and I dive into many stories including his 10 plus years spent working at The Hague directing trials for Yugoslavian War Crimes. Please, pick up his debut novel Another Try and check out Gene’s website here: https://genekoon.com/

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Daryl Davis

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:55:37 -0000

For episode 178, we welcomed Dr. Daryl Davis to the show! Dr. Daryl Davis is an international recording artist who has performed and toured all 50 States and around the world. He has performed extensively with Chuck Berry, The Legendary Blues Band (formerly The Muddy Waters Blues Band), Elvis Presley’s Jordanaires, and many others.

As an actor Daryl received rave reviews for his stage role in The Time Of Your Life, and has done film and television roles including HBO’s acclaimed series The Wire.

As a race relations expert Dr. Daryl Davis has received numerous awards and high acclaim for his book Klan-Destine Relationships and his award-winning film documentary Accidental Courtesy. He is the first Black author to write a book on the Ku Klux Klan based upon in-person interviews and personal encounters.

His ability to get racists to renounce their ideology has sent Daryl to travel all over the United States and the world to share his methodology.

In our discussion, we covered how Daryl’s journey as a touring musician played a part in his race relations work, hanging with members of the Ku Klux Klan, why some people think his approach to combating racism is questionable, understanding the various race breakdowns in communities, drinking a beer with Klansman, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Brett Allen

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:08:03 -0000

On this 50th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Brett Allen to the program. A United States Army Calvary Officer, Brett uses his experience serving our country to craft entertaining novels. Please pick up his books and check out Brett’s website here https://hogwashwriting.com/about/

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Eric P Bishop is an author, and host of A Tale Of Two Scribes. His latest novel BABYLON WILL RISE is out now, and you can also pick up his debut THE BODY MAN as well its sequel BREACH OF TRUST, plus the novella RANSOMED DAUGHTER. Eric’s passions, besides writing, includes: Time spent with his kids, travel, music, and exploring the great outdoors. You can find out more about Eric and his novels by visiting his website https://www.ericpbishop.com/.

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Nine

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:02:49 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Boyd & Beth Morrison

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000

On this 49th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Boyd and Beth Morrison to the program. They are the first brother/sister writing duo I have ever met and their travel adventures and written stories will really draw you in as a reader and viewer. Please, pick up Boyd and Beth’s books and check out Boyd’s website here: https://boydmorrison.com/

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Seb Lavoie

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:13:53 -0000

For episode 177, we sat down with Royal Canadian Mounted Police Sgt. Major Seb Lavoie [Retired]! Seb Lavoie is the CEO of Raven Strategic, a BJJ blackbelt, a motivational speaker, and life performance coach.

In our discussion, we covered his time in the RCMP and what his mission was during his time of service to include that as a breacher, the importance of training and maintaining standards, what is takes to be a leader, his amputation and recovery, staying motivated and the correlation between ego and pride, the relationship with his faith, what Raven Strategic is all about, and so much more.

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Eight

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:11:49 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Amy Beckinsale

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000

On this 48th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Amy Beckinsale! Amy started her first book in a very unique way, really… you’ll hear the whole story on today’s podcast. Please pick up Amy’s books and check out her website here: https://amycbeckinsale.com/about

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Tue, 04 Feb 2025 21:48:15 -0000

There is no agenda when it comes to Talk O'Tuesdays. We will cover a wide variety of topics to include scientific achievements, exploration, cryptozoology, UFOs, art, creativity, writing, mental health, farming, hiking, and just about everything under the sun. We hope you enjoy this weekly show and hope you get something out of it each week.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Tracey Devlyn

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:04:10 -0000

On this 45th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Tracey Devlyn to the program. Tracey is the USA Today Bestselling author of historical and contemporary suspense novels. Please support Tracey, get a copy of her latest release End Game, and check out her website here: https://traceydevlyn.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Steve Stratton

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

On this 44th episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Steve Stratton to the program. Steve’s career began in the army which opened up an opportunity for a role working in the White House, next with the Secret Service, and finally as an elite Special Forces/Green Beret. After his time serving in those roles passed he focused on the craft of writing and now has four books out. Please support Steve, get a copy of his latest Caribbean Harvest, and check out his website here: https://www.stevenstrattonusa.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Six

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:52:04 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Adam Hamdy

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

On this 43rd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome back Adam Hamdy to the program. Besides writing his own series (multiple ones), Adam joined James Patterson as a co-author of the Private Series and continues to excite readers around the globe. His latest release Deadbeat is a must read thriller/suspense that’s been captivating readers since it came out last month. Please support Adam, get a copy of Deadbeat, and check out his website here: http://www.adamhamdy.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Five

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:48:17 -0000

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Four

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:00:28 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Dr. Jason Piccolo

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:28 -0000

On this special 42nd episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome back Dr Jason Piccolo to the program and have a dual episode with his Protectors podcast. Jason just released his latest book, Pivot, to assist veterans as they transition into civilian life and look for job opportunities. Please support Jason, get a copy of Pivot, and check out his website here: https://jasonpiccolo.us/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Three

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:27 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Christmas 2024 Special

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:04 -0000

On this special 41st episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome back A.M. (Ama) Adair, Dave Buzan, Charles Hack, and David Darling to the program. All four of these returning quests have exciting stories and news to share and were eager to talk about what happened in 2024. Please enjoy this year-end themed show and support these great writers.

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Thirty-Two

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:00:48 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Sam Whitfield

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:26:21 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Sam Whitfield to the program. Sam started podcasting at a time most people knew nothing about the dynamic medium. Around the same time he turned his love for reading into the pursuit of writing his own stories. Please check out his podcast, The Whitfield Report which has new episodes on Mondays and Wednesdays. To learn more about Sam and get his books, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00M1DNU88

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Dony Jay

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 03:22:33 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Dony Jay to the program. Dony has served his local community as a police officer, and uses those skills as a detective to hone his writing abilities. He doesn’t shy away from his faith and proudly infuses uplifting messages into his narratives while also creating engaging characters. To learn more about Dony and get his books, please visit: https://www.donyjaybooks.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode THIRTY-ONE

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:02 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / AC Frieden

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:00:26 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Andre (AC) Frieden to the program. Born in Senegal (Africa), Andre lived in India, Switzerland, and the UK before emigrating to the United States with his parents. His extensive travels and relentless research combined with his skills with the written words have allowed him to craft exceptional novels. To learn more about Andre and get his books, please visit: https://www.acfrieden.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Steve Urszenyi

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:07:14 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Steve Urszenyi to the program. With over thirty years of experience as a paramedic in Toronto, Steve utilized his years of experience to craft his novels. His love of travel and adventure make their way onto the pages and continue to garner new fans for his series. To learn more about Steve and get his books, please visit: https://steveurszenyi.com/

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Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:06:15 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / D.J. Williams

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:45 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome DJ Williams to the program. The saying goes “Life is like a book, and those who do not travel, read only one page.” Well, DJ’s global travels would make for a series of intense books, and fortunately for those who love to read, he spins the adventures he lives into the very books he writes. Check out his works. To learn more about DJ, please visit: https://www.djwilliamsbooks.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:54:19 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Jack Carr

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:45:26 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Jack Carr to the program. In 2018 Jack Carr burst onto the writing scene with his debut novel, The Terminal List. Optioned by Christ Pratt and turned into a successful series on Amazon Prime, Jack has released 7 novels featuring his protagonist, James Reece. And now, he has delved into the world of non-fiction with his latest, Targeted Beirut. To learn more about Jack, please visit: https://www.officialjackcarr.com

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Robert Irvine

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 04:00:06 -0000

For episode 175, we welcomed Robert Irvine to the show! Robert Irvine is a world-class chef and entrepreneur, and a tireless philanthropic supporter of our nation’s military. The host of Food Network’s hit show Restaurant: Impossible, he has given struggling restaurateurs a second chance to turn their lives and businesses around in over 300 episodes and counting.

He would know a thing or two about running a successful business. In addition to his restaurants—Robert Irvine’s Public House at the Tropicana in Las Vegas and Fresh Kitchen by Robert Irvine within the Pentagon—he is the owner of FitCrunch, whose protein bars, powders, and snacks are available nationwide; Robert Irvine Foods, which makes prepared, restaurant-quality dishes available in grocery stores; and the Lansdale, PA-based Boardroom Spirits, creators of handcrafted vodka, rum, whiskey, and more. Two new signature products—Irvine’s Vodka and Irvine’s American Dry Gin—are in the beginning stages of a nationwide rollout.

A portion of the proceeds from all of Robert’s endeavors benefit the Robert Irvine Foundation. Created in 2014, the foundation gives back to our servicemen and women and first responders. Funds raised help at-need veterans and first responders in a variety of ways: training service dogs, making mental health and wellness services available to veterans in need, providing mobility devices for the disabled, and much more.

For his charitable work and service on numerous USO tours, Robert is the recipient of several civilian honors, including Honorary Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy, and the Medal of Honor Society’s Bob Hope Award.

When not filming for television or working overseas with the USO, he can be found on tour with Robert Irvine LIVE, an unpredictable interactive cooking challenge done before a live audience in packed theaters.

He is the distinguished author of four cookbooks, Mission: Cook, Impossible to Easy, Fit Fuel, and Family Table by Robert Irvine, plus the business leadership book, Overcoming Impossible: How to Lead, Build a Team, and Catapult Your Business to Success. Drawing on his vast experience both in building his own businesses and helping others fix theirs, it is the ultimate distillation of his business and leadership knowledge.

He is also the publisher of Robert Irvine Magazine, a free digital publication delivering workouts, recipes, and motivational content.

In our discussion we covered his foray into the world of cooking, why leadership is vital in and outside the kitchen, his work with the military and veterans, operating a restaurant inside the Pentagon, the role of fitness in his life, how is able to manage all of his work on a daily basis, the importance of a strong family to keep him in check, working on television, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Thomas G. Waites

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 04:00:29 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Thomas G. Waites to the program. Where to start… Thomas is an actor, director, musician, writer, and acting instructor who also created his own feature film. His acting credits span movies, television, and even Broadway. A wealth of knowledge and stories, to learn more about Thomas, please visit: https://thomasgwaites.com/

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Ramon Colón Lopez

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:00:43 -0000

For episode 174, we welcomed Ramón Colón-López to the show! Ramón is a retired senior non-commissioned officer of the United States Air Force and a former pararescueman and served as the 4th Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman (SEAC) from December 13, 2019, to November 3, 2023. In his role as SEAC, Colón-López was the most senior enlisted member of the United States military. In 2007 he was the only Hispanic American among the first six airmen to be awarded the newly created Air Force Combat Action Medal. He served as the Senior Enlisted Leader of United States Africa Command from September 2016 to November 2019.

In our discussion, we covered his upbringing and what lead him into his military career, the military today and the challenges it faces, his definition of leadership and what makes someone a good leader, how the military recruiting efforts are going today, his thoughts on how the military branches handled the global pandemic, his friendship with Chef Robert Irvine, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Dana Gricken

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:12:01 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author Dana Gricken to the program. A native of Canada, Dana writes stories in multiple genres and continues to land book deals for her works. Dana believes in her stories and is determined to find readers who embrace her words. To learn more about Dana, please visit: https://www.danagricken.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Twenty-Seven

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:06:10 -0000

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Nathaniel Sorensen

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:00:34 -0000

For episode 173, we welcomed Nathanial Sorensen to the show! Nate is a lionfish hunter and is the founder of Lionfish Extermination Corp. Nate has been in the Lionfish community and hunting lionfish since 2012! Lionfish Extermination Corp is a nonprofit made to raise awareness of the invasive Lionfish, through the removal of these fish from Florida waters, in hopes of balancing the ecosystem.

In our discussion we covered how Nate got involved in Lionfish hunting, how they ended up in the Florida waters, what makes them an evasive species, how he combats them and with what tools and training, the evolution of technology and gear in what he does, getting poisoned and stung by them, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Twenty-Six

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:35 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Gavin Stone

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:00:31 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author Gavin Stone to the program. Living in both the UK and USA, Gavin worked as a security specialist and covert operative for over 20 years. He utilized those experiences and the knowledge gained to craft books, both fiction and non-fiction. To learn more about Gavin, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B015HWIKGG/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=4bc5d94a-9bce-4b36-9659-68503896d906

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Stan Hays

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:00:03 -0000

On episode 172, we welcomed Stan Hays to the show! Stan Hays is the co-founder and CEO of Operation BBQ Relief (OBR), an organization dedicated to providing hot meals to communities affected by natural disasters. Since its inception, OBR has served millions of meals to disaster victims, first responders, and volunteers12. He was recognized as one of CNN’s Top 10 Heroes of 2017, started this initiative after the devastating tornado in Joplin, Missouri, in 20113.

Operation BBQ Relief is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in May 2011 in response to a need for tornado relief efforts in Joplin, Missouri. Competitive pitmasters from nine different states answered the call to feed displaced families and first responders. Together, they were able to serve over 120,000 meals in a 13-day period. This experience of building a network to feed individuals in need has been the inspiration for Operation BBQ Relief. To date, Operation BBQ Relief has provided over 11 million meals throughout the United States and internationally following natural disasters, COVID-19 response, and through The Always Serving Project, benefiting the homeless, first responders, veterans and members of the military.

In our discussion we cover how he began his BBQ career, what it means to be a pit master and what it takes to compete in competitions, the events of the Joplin, Missouri tornado in 2011 and why that sprung him to react the way it did, creating Operation BBQ Relief, what it takes to run and maintain OBR, why food is something that brings everyone together, working with the military and Gold Star families, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Scott Blackburn

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:19:38 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author Scott Blackburn to the program. A resident of North Carolina, Scott is an English instructor and MFA program graduate. His debut novel, It Dies With You, received both critical and ongoing reader praise two years after its release. To learn more about Scott, please visit his website: https://www.scottblackburnwords.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Twenty-Five

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:12:19 -0000

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J.T. Patten

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 04:00:57 -0000

For episode 171, we welcomed J.T. Patten to the show. J.T. is an Amazon #1 best seller across over eight categories in Horror, Thriller, and Suspense, his dark fiction novels and novellas have received MUST READ praise and five-star ratings from Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, BookList, Reedsy, and more.

He has a degree in Foreign Language, a Masters in Strategic Intelligence, graduate studies in Counter Terrorism from the University of St. Andrews. worked for the government intelligence and military special operations community. He was a subject matter authority on Iran and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Qods Force, Irregular and Unconventional Warfare strategies in counterterrorism, intelligence collection, and social network disruption.

He currently works for a Fortune 500 cybersecurity consulting practice leader and is venturing into more dark story works, including his latest work, "Howl of the Hunted".

In our discussion, we covered his career in counterterrorism, cyber security and how we are always under attack, his love of writing, transitioning from writing military thrillers to horror books, what exactly is dark fiction, song writing, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode TWENTY-FOUR

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:00:13 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / A.M. Adair

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 04:00:14 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author Ama Adair (A. M. Adair) to the program. Ama served in the United States Navy for over 21 years specializing in counterintelligence and human intelligence. She used her experience as well as her love of reading to craft a phenomenal series of four books featuring protagonist Elle Anderson. This fall, she releases her 1st novella, titled Origin Story. To learn more about Ama, please visit her website: https://www.amadair.com/

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Knocko Nolan

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:00:53 -0000

For episode 170, we welcomed Knocko Nolan to the show. Knocko has served on two of the country’s largest and finest police departments, NYPD and LAPD. While on patrol, Knocko worked Brooklyn and Manhattan, as well Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles including Skid Row.

In his nearly three decades of service, Knocko has been on a wide range of units including Narcotics, Vice, the Career Criminal Unit where he tracked and investigated violent repeat offenders; the infamous anti-gang unit CRASH where he collected intelligence on street and prison gangs and participated in undercover, reverse-sting operations; a Special Victims squad that investigated assaults and sex crimes perpetrated against children; and the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force in which he held a Top Secret government clearance and investigated international terrorist groups, a role he chose after 9/11.

In our discussion we talked about what led him to his career in law enforcement, working in both the NYPD and LAPD and how those departments were similar, how law enforcement has changed over the years, how to police departments need to recruit today, his appearence on the Netflix documentary, "Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel", the importance of having a partner like Stacey in his life, rolling on the jiu jitsu mats with former Spear Talk guest, Mike Kroeger (Nickelback), punk rock and 80s movies, and so much more.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Stephen England

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:31:36 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Author Stephen England to the program. Stephen knows to craft a believable thrillers you must dive into the research phase with zeal. His meticulous research and way with words resulted in reaching the #1 bestseller ranking on Amazon. To learn more about Stephen please visit his website https://www.stephenenglandbooks.com/

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Alex Belew

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:00:02 -0000

For episode 169, we welcomed Chef Alex Belew to the show. Chef Alex Belew won Season 21 of "Hell's Kitchen," which aired from September 2022 to February 2023. Chef Alex Belew was head chef of Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen restaurant at Caesar's Atlantic City. Alex obtained his Culinary Arts degree at The Art Institute of Tennessee in Nashville, where he eventually went on to establish his own catering company, Alex Belew Catering, before becoming a high school cooking instructor. He then opened his first restaurant in 2018 after winning several awards for his cooking. He has recently launched the band, Reckless Eden, alongside Spear Talk editor, Sanjay Parikh, with new music coming soon!

In our discussion, we covered his love for cooking and what lead him down his career path, the importance of a strong family dynamic and how to "not bring work home," winning Hell's Kitchen, working under the Gordon Ramsey brand, what his favorite dishes are to cook, the importance of maintaining his physical and mental health, and so much more.

#alexbelew #hellskitchen #homecookingisthebest

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Yasmin Angoe

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:27:47 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Award Winning Scribe Yasmin Angoe to the program. Like many authors, Yasmin wrote for many years, became a teacher, and even had a family before finally fulfilling the dream of becoming a published author. To learn more about Yasmin please visit her website: https://yasminangoe.com/about/

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Jerry Trimble

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 04:00:57 -0000

For episode 168, we welcomed Jerry Trimble to the show! Jerry Trimble is an American martial artist, actor, stuntman, youth motivational speaker and former world kickboxing champion. Trimble played "Detective Schwartz" in the 1995 film Heat, and "Jonny" in the 1989 film The Master. He can also be seen showcasing his screen fighting skills in Charlie's Angels, Mission Impossible: III, and stealing the show as "Ramiel, Prince of Hell" in the show Supernatural.

In our discussion, we talked about his kickboxing career and how his got his nickname "Golden Boy", the transition into fighting on film against the likes of Jet Li and Tom Cruise, what is was like working on the film, Heat, his friendship with Glenn Hughes, dealing with bullies growing up, becoming a motivational speaker for kids, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Twenty-Three

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:00:37 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Will Brink

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:52:25 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Will Brink to the program. A graduate of Harvard University he runs his own consulting business as well as being a published writer for over two decades. Besides writing fiction related novellas, Will speaks with authority on topics relating to health, fitness, weight loss, bodybuilding, and longevity. To learn more about Will please visit his website: https://brinkzone.com/about-will-brink/

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Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:59:44 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Mike Mason

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:46:20 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Mike Mason to the program. Mike grew up in New England and experienced the varied existence of the metropolis of Boston as well as the mountain setting of Vermont. His grandfather fostered his love of books and history and Mike has leaned on his love of both to craft his own novels. His latest book, Webb, is out now and sure to entertain and educate readers alike. To learn more about Mike please visit his website: https://mikemasonusa.com/

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Twenty

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 19:13:48 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Eli Cranor

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 21:24:55 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Eli Cranor to the program. Winner of the Edgar Award for his debut Don’t Know Tough, Eli lives on the banks of Lake Dardanelle where he is the “Writer In Residence” at Arkansas Tech University. A former college football player who played pro over in Europe, Eli continues to impress critics and readers alike with his growing library of writings. To learn more about Eli please visit his website: http://www.elicranor.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Meg Gardiner

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:00:04 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Meg Gardiner to the program. Meg is the #1 New York Times best seller who has won an Edgar award, been a summer reading pic by the today show, and featured on O, the Oprah magazine. Her latest novel was co-authored with Michael Mann, the Director of the iconic movie Heat. Shadow Heart is the fourth novel in her Unsub series.

To learn more about Meg and her prolific career go to her website: https://meggardiner.com/

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Nineteen

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:00:19 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / John Guarnieri

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:00:26 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, The Body Man hijack’s the podcast and interviews Spear Talk host John Guarnieri or is Eric Bishop interviewing The REAL Body Man (hmmmm)? John’s short story Stay Hungry is part of the Cult Of Machete comic released in June from Machete Comics. Besides his work as a security Director for some of the biggest bands in rock, John is also a podcast host and entrepreneur. To learn more about John go to the SpearTalk website found here:

https://www.speartalkpodcast.com/

You can also purchase Cult of Machete/Stay Hungry, John's brand new comic here: www.machetecomics.ca

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Talk O’Tuesday’s w/ Eric Bass - Episode Eighteen

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:15 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Chris Cochrane

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:23:37 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we are excited to welcome Chris Cochrane to the program. An artist and musician who started his own publishing company (Machete Comics), Chris transformed his love of drawing and wealth of knowledge in the world of comics to craft his own series. Besides creating comics, Chris has taught art and music to students for over 18 years. To learn more about Chris and his company, please check out his website:

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Seventeen

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:00:45 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / James Rosone

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:06:14 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome James Rosone to the program. A veteran who spent time as an interrogator, James took his experiences in the military and transitioned to a writer after his time in service. Besides writing military thrillers and sci-fi novels, James has successfully navigated the world of self publishing and now writes full time with his wife. To learn more about James, and his books, please check out Amazon and start with his novel the Monroe Doctrine: A Post-War Novel:

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Sixteen

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:09:00 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Travis Davis

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 16:15:46 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Travis Davis to the program. An Army veteran who spent many years in Europe, Travis took his experiences in the military and transitioned to a writer after his time in the service. Besides writing thrillers and historical fiction, Travis is the host of the Author Ecke podcast. To learn more about Travis, and his books, please check out his website

https://www.authortravisdavis.com/

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Fifteen

Tue, 28 May 2024 22:13:33 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Mike Trott

Mon, 27 May 2024 04:00:14 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Mike Trott to the program. As a veteran, Mike took his extensive military experience and transitioned into government employment before leaving for the private security sector. After years of traveling the world he once again pivoted and started Four Branches Bourbon with three other veterans. To learn more about Mike, and his book The Protected, please check out his website https://www.theprotected.us/the-book

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Fourteen

Mon, 20 May 2024 04:00:32 -0000

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Bobby Mathews

Sun, 19 May 2024 16:26:30 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Bobby Mathews to the program. A novelist, short-story writer, and journalist, Bobby is proud to call Alabama home. Yes, he’d probably say “roll tide” at this point. With countless short-stories in publication, he’s also published three books - with more on the way.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / David Darling

Sun, 19 May 2024 16:13:02 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author David Darling to the program. Several years ago David read a published book and the light bulb went off, and he realized he could write a better book than the one he just read. So David did that, and has now published over a half dozen (and counting) books of his own. David is not slowing down anytime soon. To learn more about David, please check out his website https://www.daviddarlingbooks.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Morgan Shamy

Sun, 19 May 2024 16:05:24 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author Morgan Shamy to the program. Morgan epitomizes the phrase “never quit.” Since starting her writing journey Morgan has experienced the “high” of signing with an agent and the “low” of parting ways with an agent; as well as seeing books not get purchased by publishers for publication when out on submission. Through it all she didn’t quit and achieved her goal of beginning a published author (more than once). She’s got an amazing story to share. To learn more about Morgan, please check out her website https://www.morganshamy.com/

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Marcus Torgerson & Chrystal Brolik Stokes

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 167, we welcomed back Crystal Brolik Stokes (2x guest) and Marcus Torgerson (5x guest) to the show! Crystal was an SGT in the United States Marine Corps, spending 11 years serving her country. This included (2) tours in Iraq and (1) in Kuwait, as well as being a MCMAP Instructor. She is also a professional football player and fighter. Marcus is an internationally known Krav Maga expert and instructor who studied under Master Avi Moyal. He has spent 20+ years as a club security expert.

In our discussion we covered how Crystal and Marcus became friends, why friends should keep you honest and hold you accountable, the role of faith in all our lives, what it takes to be a good human, dealing with the "bad" days, being a role model, friendship with Cris Cyborg, and so much more!

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A Tale of Two Scribes - Charles Hack

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:05:10 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Charles Hack to the program. An engineer by trade, Charles used his attention to detail to craft not one but two successful book series. Besides his popular Space Warfare Group series he released a new Hank Lin Mystery set in Lake Tahoe. Similar to other talented scribes Charles finds himself writing in a secondary genre. To learn more about Charles and his 4 books, please check out his website https://www.charleshack.com/

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Dave Buzan

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Ten

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

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Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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T.R. Hendricks

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 166, we welcomed T.R. Hendricks to the show! T. R. Hendricks is a former United States Army Captain who served as a tank platoon leader, and then as a military intelligence officer, where he was an advisor to the Iraqi Ministry of Interior’s National Information and Intelligence Agency. When not working or writing in his home in Upstate New York, Hendricks is most likely reading, woodworking, or watching his beloved San Francisco 49ers. The Instructor is his first novel, and later this year, the sequel, The Infiltrator will be released!

In our discussion we covered his life inside a tank, coping with PTSD and how writing helps, creating the character of 'Derek Harrington", survivalist training, research and writing process, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Nine

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Terrence McCauley

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Terrence McCauley to the program. Terrence is an award-winning author who writes Thrillers, Crime Fiction, and Westerns. A native of the Bronx, NY, Terrence is an avid reader who enjoys travel, classic movies, and a robust cigar. His latest release is a novella, Chicago ’63. The enthralling story centers on real-life events around a plot to assassinate President Kenedy while in Chicago weeks before the events in Dallas. To learn more about Terrence and his multiple book series, please check out his website www. terrencemccauley.com

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Eric Bass & Thomas Winterton

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 165, we welcomed Eric Bass (2X Guest) and Thomas Winterton (2X Guest) on the show! Eric is the bass player and producer for the multi-platinum rock band Shinedown, and the co-host of Talk O'Tuesdays on the Spear Talk network! Thomas is the Superintendent of the infamous Skinwalker Ranch in Utah, and one of the stars of the hit show, The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch on History channel!

In our discussion we covered the history of Skinwalker Ranch, recent paranormal activity, the science behind their work on the ranch, working under and alongside Brandon Fugal and the rest of the team, consciousness, theories behind recent UFO declassification, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Eight

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:50:27 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Dr. Jason Piccolo

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome Dr. Jason Piccolo to the program. With over twenty-three years employed within the federal government, Jason has spent his career working for the U.S. Border Patrol, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, and the Environmental Protection Agency. Jason enlisted in the army, serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom, both as active duty and also part of the National Guard. Besides his time with the government, Jason has appeared on Court TV as a regular contributor while also hosting his own seasoned podcast, The Protectors. jason continues to use his years of experience to help others and give back to those who serve their community and country. Find out more about Jason by visiting his website www.jasonpiccolo.us

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Steve Stratton

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 164, we welcomed Steve Stratton to the show! Steve started his military career at the White House Communications Agency supporting the needs of President’s Ford and Carter, Vice President’s Rockefeller and Mondale and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. His work took him around the world introducing him to new cultures, ways of thinking, and the various agencies tasked with projecting and protecting American interests abroad. The jump to the US Secret Service was an easy transition but after several years and an election campaign, Steve left for the commercial sector.

Steve was awarded his Green Beret in 1986. From the 80’s through 2000 he deployed with 20th Special Forces on counter-drug and training missions in the SOUTHCOM region. His civilian contractor time includes support for USCENTCOM, USSOCOM, and several intelligence agencies. Today he is retired but advising cyber security companies that support the warfighter and intelligence community. When he is not writing, you can find him mountain biking, trout fishing, or hunting in Colorado.

His first novel, Shadow Tier, was named a 2023 Bronze Medal winner by the Military Writers Society of America. This book was a part of the Spear Talk book club!

In our discussion we covered what it was like working in the White House with the United States Secret Service, how traveling the world for work shaped his views and appreciation for various cultures, time as a Green Beret, his Shadow Tier series and why the character of "Lance Bear Wolf" is necessary, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Seven

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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Erin Brockovich

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 163, we welcomed Erin Brockovich to the show! Erin is an American paralegal, consumer advocate, and environmental activist who was instrumental in building a case against Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) involving groundwater contamination in Hinkley, California with the help of attorney Ed Masry in 1993. Their successful lawsuit was the subject of an Oscar-winning film, Erin Brockovich (2000), starring Julia Roberts as Brockovich and Albert Finney as Masry. She is the president of Brockovich Research & Consulting.

In our discussion we covered how she became a paralegal, what it means to be an environmental activist, the legacy of the famous Hinkley case, the concept of "profits over people", the Flint, MI water crisis, the role of fitness in her life, having a positive mindset, being portrayed by Julia Roberts, and everything in between. This was a dream guest for me.

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Lou Brutus

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:24:00 -0000

On this episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome radio icon Lou Brutus to the podcast. Lou has enjoyed a radio career spanning three decades and is acclaimed for his nationally syndicated show "hardDrive with Lou Brutus." Besides being an acclaimed radio personality, Lou has also served as a program director, voice-over talent, musician, and kick-ass photographer. He also has one hell of a rock n roll music memorabilia collection, including enough guitar picks to fill a bathtub. Lou shared some amazing music stories and also spent time discussing his journey as an author. Please visit www.loubrutus.com to read more about Lou, pick up some merch, and even get a copy of his book, Sonic Warrior - My Life As A Rock N Roll Reprobate. Don't forget you can also get merch signed by Darla the Wonder Dog!

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Six

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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A Tale of Two Scribes / Adam Hamdy

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

On the first episode of A Tale Of Two Scribes, we welcome author Adam Hamdy to the podcast. Adam is one of those unique individuals who excels at anything he puts his mind to, and his resume fills an entire page. Besides being an international bestselling author and screenwriter, Adam started his career as a strategy consultant where he advised businesses with a global reach. Now living in Mauritius (an island off the coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean), when not putting pen to paper, Adam enjoys rock climbing, sailing, and finding the next adventure with his family. Please visit www.adamhamdy.com to see a full list of Adam's works.

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Dash Rendar

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 162, we welcomed Dash Rendar to the show! Dash, who goes by the name of @garnishandgains on Instagram, is known for his love of his longbow and other ancient types of weapons like swords and spears, which he demonstrates their effectiveness through different drills and exercises. He has his own successful YouTube channel under ⁠ too!

In our discussion we covered how his love of fantasy and RPG games lead to the field testing of various weapons, the amount of research that he puts into the testing of weapons and their role throughout history, the correlation between using weapons effectively and fitness, what his neighbors think when they seem him throwing spears and smashing shields, why he loves the longbow, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays w/ Eric Bass - Episode Five

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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A.M. Adair

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 161, we welcomed author, A.M. Adair to the show. A.M. is a retired Chief Warrant Officer of the United States Navy with over 21 years in the Intelligence Community specializing in counterintelligence and human intelligence. Her recent novel, 'A New Game" is book four in the Elle Anderson series. She is an associate member of International Thriller Writers.

In our talk we covered her career in the United States Navy and how that parlayed into the writing career, being an author in the male dominated thriller genre, what makes her main character, Elle Anderson, resonate with audiences, why it's vital to have strong female characters, dealing with writers block, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays - Episode Four

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:49:03 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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Courtney Gains

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 160, we welcomed actor and musician, Courtney Gains to the show! Courtney is best known for his iconic portrayal as "Malachai" in the 1984 horror classic Children of the Corn, 'Hans Klopek" in The 'Burbs, and 'Whitey" in Colors. He is also an accomplished musician, whose recent EP, "Safe Haven" was released in October 2023 on Fake Fangs Records.

In our talk we covered the legacy of Children of the Corn as it approaches its 40th anniversary, the fandom not only surrounding that film but his wide body of work in the horror genre, working alongside Tom Hanks in The Burbs, his love of writing music and performing on stage, performing with the band Phish, his musical influences, his latest EP Safe Haven, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays - Episode Three

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

* DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND READING TOO! We are two people just talking about life and our own personal thoughts in real time.

Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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Barry Kerch & Harry Turner

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 159, we welcomed back 4x guest Barry Kerch, who is the drummer for the multi-platinum selling rock band Shinedown, and 2x guest Harry Turner who is a former British soldier, a wildlife conservationist, and a recent Emmy winner for his documentary, Wildcat!

In our talk we covered our first meeting together backstage at a show in Spokane, Washington, Harry's recent Emmy win for the documentary Wildcat, the plans and goals for his non-profit Emerald Arch, the power and healing that comes from being in nature, what it would take to live in the jungle, my fear of snakes, going viral on social media for "Sound Of Madness" recently, understanding the struggles of depression and mental health, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays - Episode Two

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

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Don't be afraid to be the best version of yourself.

Show is edited & produced by Fernando Menotti @nandopicks

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Ian Whyte

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 158, we welcomed Welsh actor and stuntman, Ian Whtye to the show! Ian is known for his roles as Predators in the Alien vs. Predator film series, The Last Engineer in Prometheus, "Sheikh Suleiman" in Clash of the Titans (2010), as well as various characters in the television show, Game of Thrones! He is a former professional basketball player.

In our talk we covered his career in basketball all throughout Europe, to include a championship with FC Porto, his transition from basketball to stuntman and actor, working under a ton of makeup and prosthetics, his pop culture legacy and connection with the fandom in each of the universes he has been a part of thus far, why the character of "Wun Wun" (the giant he portrayed in season 5 and 6 in Game of Thrones) connected with the audience, working under the Star Wars banner, what he has in store, and so much more!

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Talk O’Tuesdays - Episode One

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 12:45:36 -0000

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Brett Wagner

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 157, we welcomed Brett Wagner to the show! You will recognize Brett as the voice of the hit television show Monster Garage with Jesse James, and for his various roles in horror films. He is known at "the Lost Leatherface" in the 2003 remake of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" and as "Jesse" in the 2010 horror film The Crazies.

In our discussion we covered how he parlayed his career in professional wrestling into TV and films, working with Jesse James on Monster Garage, the amount of care and preparation that goes into his voice only roles, his time as the iconic "Leatherface", the horror fandom, loves of cars, and so much more!

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Mina Caputo

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 156, we welcomed singer and artist Mina Caputo to Spear Talk! Mina is an American singer best known as the lead vocalist and a founding member of New York City alternative metal band Life of Agony. Mina came out as transgender in 2011 and transitioned to female. Mina is a prolific songwriter who has an extensive career a solo artist. She is also an accomplished abstract artist whose work is in many private collections.

In our discussion we covered her childhood and relationship with her grandfather, growing up and dealing with gender dysphoria, her transition process from Keith to Mina, the current political transgender hot button issues that the media doesn't want you to understand, the fans of Life Of Agony being supportive, touring the world and feeling the power of the fans, how she got into abstract painting, and everything in between.

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Jason Patt

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 155, we welcomed Jason Patt, D-ABMDI, to the show! Jason Patt spent 20+ years in law enforcement, recently retiring as the Chief of his department. He specialized in forensic death investigations throughout most of his career. During this time, he served on many specialty units, including the local major crimes task force, with a federal law enforcement agency as a task force officer, and as a K9 officer. Before his prestigious law enforcement career, Jason served eight honorable years in the United States Navy, where he was stationed in Pearl Harbor, aboard the USS Reuben James FFG-57, followed by Great Lakes Naval Training Center. Throughout his eight years he did four deployments, including the final one to Jalibah, Iraq in 2003 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Jason is a boarded diplomate with the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigations (D-ABMDI). He is the author of "The Road Death Traveled".

In our discussion we covered his career in law enforcement and why he was interested in crime scene forensics, his transition from military to law enforcement, some of his craziest crime scenes he has come across, working with his K-9 unit, his part in legislation and safety measures for car seats, putting his book together, the importance of humor, and everything in between!

#crimesceneinvestigation #forensics #militarylife

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William Perry

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 154, we invited actor, stuntman, and author, William Perry to the show! William's work on the silver screen has included The Lost Boys, The People Under the Stairs, Predator 2, Home Alone 2, Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, and numerous films in the Nightmare on Elm Street film franchise. He is also the author of "By His Hand", which was his debut novel!

In our discussion we covered his working relationship with the legendary Wes Craven and creating his website, how he got involved in stunt work, his audition for Predator 2 and why that scene kicks ass still, working alongside Bill Paxton, touring with Michael Jackson, the power of the horror community as it pertains for the conventions, his writing process for his first book, and everything in between!

#stunts #horrorstories #williamperry

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Bas Rutten

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 153 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Bas Rutten to the show! Bas is a Dutch retired mixed martial artist (MMA), Karate and Taekwondo blackbelt, and Muay Thai kickboxer. He was a UFC Heavyweight Champion, a three-time King of Pancrase world champion, and finished his career on a 22 fight unbeaten streak (21 wins, 1 draw ) . Bas has been inducted to the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015. He suffered severe asthma in his childhood years and inspired by his struggle breathing developed the revolutionary O2 Trainer! When Bas is not teaching at his gym in Westlake Village, CA, you can catch bas in movies such as Zookeeper, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Here Comes the Boom, The Elminator, and The Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre!

In our discussion we covered his passion of doing what he can to bring to light the horrors of human trafficking, why there shouldn't be politics in right vs. wrong, the importance of his Faith, his friendship with actor, Kevin James, how to harness the "fighting spirit" into other endeavors, being bullied as a kid, the creation of the 02 Trainer, and all things MMA!

#basrutten #mma #breathing

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Gary Marandola

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 152 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Chef Gary Marandola to the show! Gary the BBQ Chef has established a following encompassing over 2.2 million users on TikTok as well as all social media platforms with his high-energy and create food and drink videos! Gary was also featured in the first season of Gordon Ramsay’s acclaimed Next Level Chef when he was drafted into the Richard Blais’ team.

In our discussion we covered Gary's passion for cooking and where it came from, reality TV filming and seeing Gordon Ramsay work, how to use social media in today's digital environment, his friendship with Jason David Frank, mental health, making drinks, and so much more!

#garythebbqchef #bbq #nextlevelchef

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Bobby Jimmi

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 151 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Bobby Jimmi to the show! Bobby is a Navy veteran who can be found currently touring the world with Ayrun Jones! Bobby is a great human being and a dear friend who I have had the privilege of touring with the last couple of years!

In our discussion we covered his life in the Navy and what led him down the military path, music in his family, his drumming influences and touring with Ayrun Jones, opening for The Rolling Stones, dealing with mental health issues, and so much more!

#bobbyjimmi #drummer #navyveteran

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Marcus Torgerson

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 150, we welcomed back four-time guest, Marcus Torgerson, to the show! Marcus not only has over twenty years in the club security world and decades of Krav Maga training and experience, but he is a world class human who inspires others on a daily basis with their mental health!

In our latest talk, we covered a wide range of topics! As with the other times Marcus has been on the show, there are no notes or a built-in agenda, instead just two friends talking about life! Some of the topic we covered were the power of a smile and hug, embracing people in your life, embracing your Faith, how to balance career and family, and so much more!

#humanity #dogood #smile

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Joe Pistone aka “Donnie Brasco”

Thu, 11 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 149, we welcomed legendary FBI undercover agent, Joe Pistone, to the show! Joe worked undercover as "Donnie Brasco" between September 1976 and July 1981, as part of an infiltration primarily into the Bonanno crime family, and to a lesser extent the Colombo crime family, two of the Five Families of the Mafia in New York City. The evidence collected by Pistone led to over 200 indictments and over 100 convictions of Mafia members—and some responsible for his infiltration were also killed by other mobsters.

Pistone was a pioneer in long-term undercover work. Pistone's work later helped convince the FBI that using undercover agents in lieu of relying exclusively on informants was a crucial tool in law enforcement. Pistone detailed his undercover experience in his 1988 book Donnie Brasco: My Undercover Life in the Mafia, the basis of the 1997 film about his life.

In our discussion, we covered how he got involved in law enforcement and why he wanted to work undercover, how he was able to separate his dual life at home and as "Donnie", the importance of teamwork, his actual creation of "Donnie Brasco", if he lives in fear of retribution, dealing with a $500,000 bounty on his head, his reaction to his work becoming a Hollywood blockbuster film with Johnny Depp portraying him, and so much more!

#donniebrasco #joepistone #mafia

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Frank Robb

Thu, 04 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 148, we welcomed Frank “Alligator” Robb to the show! Frank is the founder of the non-profit, Environmental Education Awareness Research Support and Services, or EEARSS. Mr. Robb has 27 years of experience dealing with wildlife and is looking to grow the educational programs for federal, state, city, and county government agencies, schools and the public. EEARSS also strives to continue relationships and research around the globe. Specific research and background involves, Alligator toxicology, endocrinology, along with health of local ecosystems, Gopher Tortoise’s, controlled fires, viruses affecting wild alligator populations in Florida, sea turtle nesting populations, and survey data for county and federal level governments, including a proven track record with the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Programs, NASA and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.

In our discussion, we covered how Frank got involved in wildlife and nature, what drew him into studying alligators, the connection between humans and alligators, dealing with evasive species in Florida, his historic capture of "Chance the Snapper" in Chicago, his recovery from heart surgery, what it takes to be a wildlife conservationist, and much more!

#alligators #wildlifeconservation #frankrobb

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Thomas Lancaster

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 147, we welcomed timber sports athlete, "Turbo" Thomas Lancaster to the show! Thomas has competed as a STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Series athlete across the country and has amassed quite a following on his TikTok channel that promotes his sport!

In our discussion, we covered how Thomas got the nickname 'Turbo", how he fell into lumberjacking and timbersports, what it takes to grow the audience for his sport, the rules and regulations for timbersports, what makes a good axe or saw, injuries sustained from speed climbing, what a competition day is like, and much more!

#timbersports #axe #thomaslancaster

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Keith Vitali

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 146, we welcomed Keith Vitali to the show! His introduction into martial arts came in 1975 at the University of South Carolina, where he was awarded his first black belt after two years. Over the course of the next ten years, Vitali competed in a large number of martial arts tournaments, winning most of them, as well as being ranked the "#1 Karate Fighter in the USA". His number of wins landed him an honored place in Black Belt Magazine's Black Belt Hall of Fame in 1981. The magazine also named Vitali as one of the ten best fighters of all time.

Vitali has appeared in a number of martial arts films, including Superfights, Revenge of the Ninja, Wheels on Meals, The Cut Off, No Retreat, No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers, and American Kickboxer. Vitali has since focused on producing child safety videos and writing children's literature. His book on bullying entitled, "Bullyproof Your Child" was released in fall 2007. Keith recently launched his Sidekicks Podcast which can be found on all streaming services and YouTube!

In our discussion, we covered his start in martial arts, his onscreen film fight scenes and choreography with Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung in "Wheels on Meals', the cult legacy of the action classic "No Retreat, No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers" alongside Loren Avedon, why it's imperative to protect our children at all costs, his book, "Bullyproof Your Child", film writing, and starting his Sidekicks Podcast, and so much more!

#kiethvitali #martialarts #karate

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Devour the Day

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 145, we welcomed bassist Joey 'Chicago" Walser and singer / guitarist Blake Allison of the rock band, Devour the Day and Egypt Central! The new Devour the Day single, "Killing Time" is OUT NOW! Joey can also be seen on the road with the band Pop Evil. The new Pop Evil Album, 'Skeletons', also features Devour the Day on the song, "Wrong Direction'.

In our discussion, we covered all the latest news surrounding Devour the Day, the power and control that came with leaving their label and doing everything on their own, Joey joining the band Pop Evil, their writing process as it pertains to Devour the Day, Pop Evil, or Egypt Central, how they hold each other accountable in the creative process, the insane shoe art that Joey is creating, and everything in between!

#devourtheday #rockstar #creativity

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Amy Bream

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

For Episode 144, we welcomed Nike adaptive athlete, Amy Bream, to the show! Amy was born with PFFD, which means she is missing the majority of her right leg. She has never had an amputation and has used a prosthesis since she is one years old. She fell in love with athletics in 2015 when she started working out in a boxing gym in Nashville. Amy has competed the 2021 and 2022 CrossFit Games, WheelWod Games, and won her diviision at Wodapalooza in both 2022 and 2023! She is the Operation Director for Title Boxing Nashville.

In our discussion with Amy, we covered her childhood and growing up with PFFD, falling in love with fitness, what it means to be an adaptive athlete, the CrossFit community, getting sponsored by Nike, finding humor in life, and so much more!

#adaptiveathlete #prosthesis #amybream

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Pierre Charette

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 143 we welcomed Pierre Charette to the show! Pierre was a key figure in the War on Drugs in the United States and Europe. His adventures span a heart-pounding, 33-year career as a police officer starting out in Broward County, Florida, an undercover detective, a federal agent, and DEA special agent in the United States and Europe. His investigative ability and imagination took him into the French criminal underworld, behind the Iron Curtain and all across the planet to untangle and uncover some of the largest criminal and drug cases ever unraveled by a state or local police officer and DEA special agent.

In our discussion we covered how Pierre got his start in law enforcement, the intrigue of going undercover with the DEA, what makes a successful undercover agent, his instrumental takedown of Harold Rosenthal, head of the largest cocaine conspiracy organization in the United States, working with other agencies in the pursuit of accomplishing the goal, law enforcement today, and so much more!

#undercover #dea #pierrecharette

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Kevin Estela

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 142, we welcomed Kevin Estela to the show! Kevin is a bushcraft / survival expert for Fieldcraft Survival, author of "101 Skills You Need to Survive in the Woods", world explorer, and martial artist. Kevin has made various appearances on the History Channel and Recoil Network, as well as published work in Survivor's Edge and American Frontiersman!

In our discussion we covered his love of the wilderness and his foray into learning about outdoor survival tactics, his transition from schoolteacher to lead instructor with Fieldcraft Survival, school safety for our kids and staff, the "feeder mindset", the media censorship of hard truths, what is the ideal every day carry for each of us, training with your tools, and so much more!

#kevinestela #fieldcraftsurvival #survival

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Harry Turner

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 141, we welcomed Harry Turner to the show! Harry is a former British soldier, wildlife conservationist, and explorer! Harry is the star of the incredible documentary "Wildcat", which can be found on Amazon Prime! The documentary details Harry's dealings with PTSD from war, as he navigates his time in the forests of Peru with two ocelots, Khan and Keanu.

In our discussion, we covered his time spent in the British army, his openness as it pertains to his bouts of recurrent depression and PTSD, his love of wildlife and nature, how the two ocelots Khan and Keanu saved his life, the filming of "Wildcat", why he is misunderstood, how to break down the stigma of asking for help, and so much more!

#wildcat #harryturner #ptsd

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Kelly “Murph” Murphy

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0000

For episode 140, we welcomed Kelly "Murph" Murphy to the show! Kelly is a 22-year United States Marine Corps veteran who is currently Director of the Military and Veterans Center at the University of Central Missouri. Kelly won season one of the hit CBS reality TV series, "Tough As Nails'!

In our discussion we talked about his transition from military life to civilian, how to parlay military skills into the civilian job force, what it means to run a veteran owned business, the importance of fitness and a healthy lifestyle, what he gets from seeing people accomplish their gym goals as their coach, how he was cast on "Tough As Nails", getting a start in the entertainment industry, and so much more!

#kellymurphy #toughasnails #usmc

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Richard Divizio

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0000

For episode 139, we welcomed Richard Divizio to the show! Richard is one of the original actors from the video game, Mortal Kombat, whose portrayal of "Kano" is legendary! Richard also portrayed "Baraka", "Kabal", and "Quan Chi"! He is also the only actor to appear in all digitized Mortal Kombat games. He has a degree in computer graphic design and a background in Wushu, Chinese Kung Fu, and 7 Star Praying Mantis.

In our discussion, we covered his background in martial arts, the start of the Mortal Kombat franchise, creating the move set of "Kano", his working relationship with the creators and fellow actors, the story behind the iconic "Get over here!" line, how he became a Foot Soldier in the film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secret of the Ooze", the legacy of Mortal Kombat, the power of the MK fandom, and so much more!

#mortalkombat #richarddivizio #martialarts

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Matthew Murphy

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:01:31 -0000

For episode 138, we welcomed Matthew Murphy to the show! Matthew Murphy was a Green Beret in the US Army, Special Forces Sniper, Special Operations Terminal Attack Controller, Communications Specialist, Foreign Weapons Expert, Unconventional Warfare Expert, and speaks Arabic in the Levantine and Modern Standard dialects. He is a veteran of wars in Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan and has lived and worked all over Europe and the Middle East since the age of 23.

Matthew is also the Founder and President of Operation Light Shine, a non-profit charity headquartered in Nashville, TN, whose mission is to combat human trafficking and child exploitation. He is a native of Memphis, TN and current resident of Nashville, TN. He has two daughters who inspire him to live a life of service to his country and community. Matthew’s family has been affected by Human Trafficking with the loss of his sister Sarah. In November 2019, Sarah was murdered by people involved in an organization that sex traffics and deals drugs. Missing for almost two months, her body was discovered in a river by hunters on Christmas Eve 2019. Since Sarah’s death, Matt has refocused his efforts to shine a light on yet another evil in the world, the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children.

In our discussion we covered the importance of having a strong family dynamic at home, the importance of monitoring what our kids are doing on social media, why he started Operation Light Shine, the never-ending work that goes into combating human trafficking, transitioning into the civilian world from the military, why some of these human trafficking stories are labeled as "conspiracies", and so much more!

#greenberet #veteran #endhumantrafficking

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Brock Bevell

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 137, we welcomed Brock Bevell to the show! Brock Bevell is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. As a coping mechanism, to deal with the pain, he was prescribed opioids which sent him into a downward spiral. Brock did prevail in his battle with addiction. He is the co-founder of Victory Recovery (AZ) which provides addiction and mental health services and is currently at the forefront of bringing awareness to the current fentanyl crisis in America. Brock is also host of the Chase the Vase podcast on all platforms!

In our discussion we covered his mental state when he was forced to retire after his on-the-job injuries, his battle with addiction, the difficulty of raising kids today, why there is a stigma when it comes to asking for help, why no one cares about the fentanyl epidemic, his work in Arizona with Victory Recovery, and so much more.

#brockbevell #addictionrecovery #fentanyl

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Lt. John Nores [Ret.]

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For episode 136, we welcomed back Lt. John Nores [Ret.] back to the show for the third time! Since 1992, Lt. John Nores Jr. has served as a game warden with the California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). There he co-developed the Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) and Delta Team, the CDFW's first comprehensive wilderness spec ops tactical and sniper unit, aimed at combatting the marijuana cartel's decimation of California's wildlife resources. Lt. Nores and his team have been featured on the National Geographic channel's television series, "Wild Justice." In addition, Nores is the author of numerous magazine articles and the book, War in the Woods: Combating the Marijuana Cartels on America's Public Lands. He is the author of Hidden War.

In our discussion, we covered his knife line with V Nives, how to properly train and carry a knife, protecting our natural resources and power grids, if new technology is changing field medical response, his upcoming work on the Thin Green Line series, the launch of the second edition of "Hidden War", and everything in between!

#johnnores #wildlifeconservation #knives

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Marshall Bell

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk, 135, we welcomed Marshall Bell to the show! Marshall is a well-known character actor with memorable roles in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge", "Total Recall", "Stand By Me", "Twins", and "Starship Troopers". Marshall also served three years in the United States Army before he came a consultant, teaching high-level business executives how to improve their public speaking skills.

In our discussion, we covered how he became interested in acting, time in the Army, how he dealt with people telling him he wasn't going to be a good actor, becoming an actor much later in his life, the fun he had playing "Webster" in 'Twins', the pop culture impact of both "Total Recall" and "Starship Troopers" in large part to Paul Verhoeven, teaching people how to effective at public speaking, and so much more!

#Marshallbell #totalrecall #twins

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Aaron Williamson

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 134, we welcomed Aaron Williamson to the show!

Aaron is a United States Marine Corps veteran who spent time as the Body Bearer section leader, at Arlington Cemetary, and later in his career, personal security for the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (VCJCS), General Peter Pace. Aaron would later take a contract job to stay in Baghdad, where after a couple of years he became the country manager for a then "classified" identify management mission which consisted of biometrics and forensics. Aaron is one of the leading celebrity fitness trainers in the world today, with clients such as The Rock, Zac Efron, Jaime Foxx, and Andrew Garfield. He can also be seen in various film and television series such as the orc "GQ" in the film 'Bright', and as the "Refugee Terminator" in 'Terminator: Genisys'.

In our discussion we covered what lead Aaron into the Marine Corps, where and how he established his love of fitness, the weight of his job as Body Bearer for the Marine Corps, the study of forensics in combat, dealing with PTSD and becoming homeless, how jumping headfirst into the fitness world saved his life, the insanity of film the film, "Bright", and so much more!

#aaronwilliamson #marinecorps #fitnessmotivation

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Lori Fetrick

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 133, we welcomed legendary American Gladiator, Lori Fetrick aka "Ice" to the show! Lori spent five seasons with American Gladiators, took part in the 114-city arena Live Tour, Orlando Live, as well as two series of International Gladiators. Lori became a NPC National Level Bodybuilder, as well as appeared in numerous films and television shows, including a starring role in 'CIA II: Target Alexa' (1993) and as "Vixen" in 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1997). She is also the author of "Pure Fitness: Body Meets Mind".

In our discussion, we covered her transition into the world of American Gladiators from sports and bodybuilding, the legacy of the show, what it took to become "Ice", working in film and television, getting people motivated to live a healthy lifestyle, and so much more!

#americangladiators #lorifetrick #healthylifestyle

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Tait Fletcher

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

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Rob Mello

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 131, we welcomed United States Marine Corps veteran and actor, Rob Mello to the show! John starred as "John Tombs" in Happy Death Day and Happy Death Day 2U, as well as "Yuri" in the show 1883. This is part of our Hallween 2022 Guest Series.

In our discussion we covered his time in the Marine Corps to include becoming a 4-time riffle expert and a 'Red Patch", the legacy of actors who transitioned into Hollywood after being in the Marine Corps, weapons on a film set and the role of an armorer, the creativity of the writing that makes the Happy Death Day franchise so good, how to stay focused, and much more.

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#robmellow #happydeathday #marinecorps

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C.J. Graham

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 130, we welcomed Army veteran and actor CJ Graham to the show. CJ famously portrayed "Jason Vorhees" in Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives and "SGT. Bedlam" in Highway To Hell". This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.

In our discussion we covered his time in the United States Army between 1974 - 1978, working as a nightclub owner and how it lead to his role as "Jason Vorhees", if putting on the iconic mask turns him into a different person, why the fans love "Jason Lives", working with Alice Cooper during the "He's Back (The Man Behind the Mask) music video, operating casinos now, and so much more!

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#cjgraham #jasonvorhees #armyveteran

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Andre Gower

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 129, we welcomed actor, producer, and director Andre Gower to the show! Andre was the star of the cult classic The Monster Squad, starring as "Sean" in the 1987 film directed by Fred Dekker. He is the director of the documentary, "Wolfman's Got Nards" and the founder of Fitter Piper Entertainment!

In our discussion we covered the legacy and fandom surrounding The Monster Squad, why the film is the perfect example of good versus evil, his friendship with Ryan Lambert, his recovery from his massive 2021 heart attack, human trafficking in the world and how we need to do more to combat it, and so much more.

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#monstersquad #andregower

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Nicholas Vince

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 128, we welcomed actor, Nicolas Vince to the show. Nicolas portrayed both "The Chatterer" in Hellraiser 1 and 2 and 'Kinski" in Nightbreed. He has an autobiographical one man show that he is the star of called "I Am Monsters", as well as the host of "The Chattering Hour" podcast. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.

In our discussion we covered his friendship and working relationship with Clive Barker, the legacy of his famous characters "The Chatterer" and "Kinski", the power of art as it pertains to telling a story, the status of horror today, writing for Marvel Comics, and so much more!

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#nightbreed #hellraiser #horrorstories

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Eileen Dietz

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 127, we welcomed actress, stuntwoman, and author, Eileen Dietz to the show! Eileen portrayed all of the iconic scenes from the film, The Exorcist, to include the pea soup vomit, levitation, abuse with the cross, and fight with Father Karras. Eileen has also starred on The Guiding Light and General Hospital, as well as work on Creepshow 2 and Halloween 2 (Rob Zombie). She is also author of the book, Exorcising My Demons: An Actress' Journey To THE EXORCIST And Beyond, and an avid rodeo barrel racer. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.

In our discussion, we covered the legacy of The Exorcist, working with Linda Blair and director William Friedkin, the makeup and filming of the "Pazuzu" scene, her love of becoming a monster hidden behind prosthetics and makeup, her love of nature and being outdoors, how she got into barrel racing, how she maintains her prolific work ethic, and much more!

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David Howard Thornton

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 126, we welcomed actor David Howard Thorton to the show! David is the man behind the clown makeup with his portrayal of "Art the Clown" in Terrifier 1 and 2. David also portrayed the "Joker" in the YouTube series Nightwing Escalation. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.

In our episode, we covered how he landed the role of "Art the Clown", what it was like portraying a silent character that kills, how to balance horror and comedy, the fan reception at conventions as it pertains to them welcoming a new horror icon character with open arms, working with an established character like the "Joker" and making it his own, and much more!

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#davidhowardthorton #terrifer #artheclown

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Lee Waddell

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 124, we welcomed legendary stuntman Lee Waddell to the show! Lee performed as 'Ghostface" in the Scream film franchise where he was a part of the most iconic scenes involving Drew Barrymore, Henry Winkler, and Neve Campbell. He has also provided his talents to such films as The Terminator, Death Warrant, Con Air, Spider Man, Face / Off, Batman Returns, The People Under The Stairs, and Blade! This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.

In our talk we covered the stories behind his iconic Scream kills as "Ghostface", working with Wes Craven, one injury he sustained filming with Neve Campbell, the perishable skills in stunt work, stunts involving fire and water, the filming process as it pertains to stunt work in films versus TV, and so much more!

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#leewaddell #scream #ghostface

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Patricia Tallman

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 124 of Spear Talk, we welcomed actress, stunt woman, author, and entrepreneur Patricia Tallman to the show. Patricia has starred in horror cult classics Night of the Living Dead (1990), Army of Darkness, and Knightriders, portrayed "Lyta Alexander" in Babylon 5, and launched her own business, Quest Retreats, which provides people real life magical experiences for people! This is part of our Halloween 2022 guest series.

In our talk we discussed the lasting legacy of Night of the Living Dead (1990) and under the direction of Tom Savini, her friendship with George A. Romero, the Babylon 5 fandom, how she landed the role of "Possessed Witch" in Army of Darkness, working alongside Laura Dern as her stunt double in Jurassic Park, her philanthropy work with Penny Lane, why she started Quest Retreats, and so much more!

#patriciatallman #zombiesurvival #jurassicpark

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Ray Livingston

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 123, we welcomed Ray Livingston to the show! Ray is a self-described modern survivalist who has appeared on Alone (Season 6), Called To The Wild, and Mud, Sweat, and Beards with previous guest, Donny Dust!

Ray is a former law enforcement officer and actively helps agencies with search and rescue missions.

In our discussion we covered how Ray fell in love with nature, why he finds a connection to Corvus birds like his rescued crow, Bran, the power of a positive mindset, what it means to be a modern survivalist, hunting apex predators, working alongside Donny Dust, and many more!

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Jackson Rudolph

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 122, we welcomed Jackson Rudolph to the show! Jackson is a 60-time sport karate world champion, a fourth degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a member of the Black Belt Hall Of Fame, a Team Paul Mitchell player development coach, is currently a medical student at Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences and an US Army 2nd Lt!

In our discussion, we covered Jackson's quest to master the bo staff and the creation of the FLOW System, being a part of the famous Paul Mitchell Team, the recruiting process for sports karate, his quest to become a physician, and so much more!

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Ken Rusk

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 121, we welcomed Ken Rusk to the show! Ken has spent the last 30 years of his life working in blue collar trades as an entrepreneur, mentor, and life coach! Ken is the author of "Blue Collar Cash: Love Your Work, Secure Your Future, and Find Your Happiness for Life".

In our discussion we covered Ken's rise from digging ditches to becoming a sucessful businessman, what it means to have a blue collar worth ethic, the importance of trade schools, why college might not always be the best path, how to create a work ethic, and so much more!

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Crystal Brolik Stokes

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 120, we welcomed Crystal Brolik Stokes to the show. Crystal was a SGT in United States Marine Corps, spending 11 years serving her country. This included (2) tours in Iraq and (1) in Kuwait, as well as being a MCMAP Instructor. She is also a professional football player and fighter.

In our discussion, we covered how she coped with her PTSD and MST after leaving the Marine Corps, the importance of a team atmosphere, being honest with yourself and asking for help when you need it, the difficulty of raising a child in the world we live in today, importance of faith in her life, and so much more!

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CJ Ortiz

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 119 of Spear Talk, we welcomed CJ Ortiz to the show! CJ aka the "Metal Motivator" has spent the last 25+ years as a motivational speaker, branding and marketing expert, publisher, and life and buisness coach. He is also the co-host of The University Of Badassery Podcast with Pat McNamara!

In our discussion we covered how CJ and Pat crossed paths and started their podcast, the power of music as it relates to motivation, how to battle "fear", dealing with criticism, putting out motivational and inspirational content while navigating the ever changing social media algorithms, and so much more!

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David Morrell

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 118 of Spear talk, we welcomed author, David Morrell, to the show! David wrote "First Blood" and created the iconic world of John Rambo, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! "First Blood" has never been out of print and has been translated in over 30 languages! David has alaso wrote for Marvel Comics, and has training in firearms, wilderness survival, and flying planes.

In our discussion, we covered the legacy of First Blood and "John Rambo", working alongside Slyvester Stallone, how the passing of his son affected his writing, working on established characters like Captain America and Wolverine for Marvel Comics, staying creative, the importance of research, and so much more!

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Yousef Badou

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 117 we welcomed Yousef Badou to the show! Yousef is a former Marine Infantryman with multiple combat tours, and an industry leading expert in the areas of Situational Awareness and Behavioral Analysis.

With over 12 years experience, he has trained and certified over 6,000 Students and Instructors around the globe.

He is routinely utilized by the FBI, Joint Regional Intelligence Centers, Overseas Advisory Council, and all levels of Military and Law Enforcement!

In our discussion, we covered his time time as a US Marine infantryman and what experiences in combat led him into behavorial analysis, his S.A.F.E. traning program, how to mitigate potential risks and threats, recent active shooter situations in the world today, and so much more!

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Jeff Clark

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:34:35 -0000

For Spear Talk episode 116, we welcomed Jeff Clark to the show! Jeff is a 12-year United States Air Force veteran, with stints during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He is the author of "Hear These Truths: The Ultimate Guide To Building Your Leadership Algorithm'.

In our discussion we covered the type of leadership he encountered while in the military, if the definition of leadership can change over time, if leading from the front all the time hinders those you are leading from becoming leaders as well, the power of the writing community on social media, the role of motivation has in being a leader, and so much more!

#leadership #author #jeffclark

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Mark Pattison

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 115, we welcomed Mark Pattison to the show! Mark is a former NFL player (Raiders, Rams, and Saints), a high-level executive with Sports Illustrated, motivational speaker, and is in rare company of having reached the seven summits (the highest peaks on EACH continent)! Mark is also the host of Finding Your Summit Podcast!

In our discussion we covered his transition from professional athlete to moutaineer, the mental and physical training to accomplish the seven summits, dealing with gear, weather, and COVID issues during the pandemic as it pertained to scaling Mount Everest in 2021, his philantrophy work raising awareness for epilepsy, people on their quest to find their purpose, and so much more!

#sevensummits #markpattison #epilepsy

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Philip Sahagun

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 114, we welcomed world champion martial artist, Philip Sahagun to the show. Philip has a background in American Kenpo, kickboxing, Wushu, and Shaolin Temple Kung Fu. He spent three years as an artist during the Cirque Du Soleil's Zumanity show, which eventually led to him becoming a coach and choreographer. Philip also toured with Tina Turner on her 50th anniversary world tour.

In our discussion we covered growing up in a household that was all about the martial arts, becoming balanced in all disciplines, bringing martial arts into the world of Cirque Du Soleil, touring with Tina Turner, competing on America's Got Talent, and so much more!

#cirquedusoleil #tinaturner #martialarts

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Captain Dale Dye

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For epiosde 113 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Captain Dale Dye to the show! Cpt. Dye is a decorated United States Marine Corps veteran, who spent time as a combat correspondent during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V, 3x Purple Hearts, and the Meritorious Service medal, having took part in 31 combat missions his entrire career. Cpt. Dye is also the founder of Warriors, Inc, which is a technical advisory company specializing in portraying realistic military action in films.

In our discussion we covered his transition from his military career into the entertainment industry, working with Oliver Stone on Platoon and what he put the actors through in preparation for filming, Daniel-Day Lewis studying him during the filming of Last Of The Mohicans, the importance of research as it pertains to replicating battles on screen, what defines a leader, the United States military today, and so much more!

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Christopher Strom

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:18:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 112, we welcomed Christopher Strom to the show. Christopher is former U.S. Marine and retired SGT. from the NYPD Intelligence Division. In 2007 he was recruited by Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization, which developed top secret strategies for combating IEDs in Iraq and Afganistan. Chris was involved in 110 combat missions, helped capture 91 high-value targets, and over 200 battlefield interrogations. He is the author of the book, "Brooklyn To Baghdad".

In our discussion we covered the current state of law enforcement in the country, the art of interrogations, intel gathering, chain of custody as it pertains to the collection of evidence, how technology has helped in the pursuit of high-value targets, why he wanted to write a book, and so much more!

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Marcus “Buff” Bagwell

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For epsiode 111 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Marcus "Buff" Bagwell to the show! Marcus has traveled the world professional wrestling with some of the biggest companies in the world WCW, WWE, and TNA. He is a 5x World Tag-Team champion during the height of the infamous Monday night wars, and was a vital member of the legendary nWo Faction.

In our discussion we covered the sense of family / brotherhood in the wrestling community, winning various tage team titles with different partners, the botched end of his match with Rick Steiner where he injured his spine, the creation of of his top hat he always wore, the power of DDP Yoga, wrestling today, and so much more!

#buffbagwell #nWo #professionalwrestling

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Hollywood Yates

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 110 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Hollywood Yates to the show! You will recognize Hollywood as his persona of "Wolf" on American Gladiators! Hollywood is also a world champion bullfighter, having spent over 23 years on the professional rodeo circuit! You can catch Hollywood playing across the country as well as he is an accomplished National recording artist, with an appetite for outlaw country!

In our discussion, we covered how he was hired by American Gladiators and how he turned 'Wolf" into a household name, how he got started in the rodeo, how Elvis impacted his desire to be an entertainer at a young age, how Johnny Cash, Merele Haggard and others are poets, becoming a standup comedian, and so much more!

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Eric P. Bishop

Thu, 26 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 109 of Spear talk, we welcomed author, Eric P. Bishop to the show! Eric is the author of "The Body Man", with his second book "Breach Of Trust" coming soon!

In our talk, we covered Eric's transition from working in corporate America to writing, the importance of crafting relatable characters for the reader, the research process involved with "The Body Man", the art of story telling, the power of music in his writing process, and much more!

#ericpbishop #thebodyman #author

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Dr. Robb Kelly

Thu, 19 May 2022 12:21:56 -0000

For episode 108 of Spear Talk, we had the honor of hosting Dr. Robb Kelly. Dr. Kelly is a renowned addiction consultant and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group. He has a PHD in psychology from Oxford University.

In our discussion, we covered the power of asking for help, why its important to treat the problem of addiction and not the symptoms, the impact that trauma has on addictive behaviors, the positive affect of "direct" life coaching, and how Dr. Kelly himself battled addiction, homelessness, and losing everyone and thing around him before he turned his life around.

#drrobbkelly #addiction #psychology

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Rodney Stotts

Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 107, we welcomed Rodney Stotts to the show! Rodney is a licensed raptor specialist and master falconer. He is also the author of Bird Brother: A Falconer's Journey And The Healing Power Of Wildlife.

In our discussion, we covered how these birds saved Rodney's life from a downward spiral, what it takes to become a licensed raptor specialist, the importance of community outreach, the healing power of wildlife, and so much more!

#rodneystotts #falconry #raptorspecialist

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B.C. Sanders

Thu, 05 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 106 of Spear Talk, we welcomed B.C. Sanders to the show! B.C. is an active undercover gang expert, and a writer for Skillset Magazine.

In our discussion, we talked about how he got involved in undercover work, the structure of gangs today, the importance of police and community relationships, the power of preserving history through reading and writing, why some 80s movies couldn't be made today, and so much more!

*Since B.C. is still active duty, we had to protect his identity, which is why you will not see his face!

#undercover #gangs #skillsetmagazine

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Kevin Grogan

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk episode 105, we welcomed Kevin Grogan to the show! Kevin is an U.S. Army veteran and a former homocide detective with the Savannah-Chatham Police Rapid Response team. He is the author of "Black Sheep, White Cop: Savannah Exposed".

In our discussion we covered the concept of pro-active policing, the narrative behind police defunding, how politics get in the way of proper law enforcement, his writing process and reasons for writing the book, the importance of owning up to mistakes and personal accountability, and so much more!

#kevingrogan #homocidedetective #armyveteran

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Andrea Crosta

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk episode 104, we once again welcomed Andrea Crosta back to the show! Andrea is the founder of Earth League International, which is an organiaztion that uses intel to track and stop the illegal trafficking of wildlife. You can see Andrea and his team in two incredibile documentaries, "Sea Of Shadows" on Hulu and "The Ivory Game" on Netflix.

In our discussion we covered how the last year has played out in terms of intel and trends as it pertains to the traffickers, how animal trafficking is tied into the illegal drug and human smuggling trades, how the Sea Of Cortez is still an issue as it pertains to the hunting of totoaba and subsequent killing of the vaquitas, the endangered species list, what it takes to bring awareness and funding to ELI, and so much more!

#andreacrosta #wildlife #savetheanimals

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Matt Mask

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 103, we welcomed Matt Mask to the show! Matt is a professional arm wrestler, who can be seen competing in the World Armwrestling League (WAL), and an oil field specialist.

In our discussion we covered how Matt got involved in arm wrestling, how he balances life in the oil field, competing and family life at same time, how he trains his mind and body for competition, why the movie Over The Top is essential viewing, how he got his nickname "Wild Horse", the rules of arm wrestling, and so mch more!

#mattmask #armwrestling #WAL

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Pete Koch

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 102, we welcomed Pete Koch to the show! Pete is a retired NFL DL (Bengals, Chiefs, Raiders), fitness coach, and an actor! You will recognize Pete as the iconic "Swede" from Clint Eastwood's, Heartbreak Ridge!

In our discussion we covered what it was like working with Clint Eastwood and Mario Van Pebbles in Heartbreak Ridge, the power and benefits of having a coach in your life, what we can all do to prolong our lifespan, the importance of finding our tribe, and so much more!

#petekoch #lifespan #heartbreakridge

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Scott L. Schwartz

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 101, we welcomed Scott L. Schwartz to the show! Scott is an actor (Oceans 11-13, Fire Down Below, Bridge Of Dragons), stuntman, professional wrestler, and was a cop in the Los Angeles County Sherif's Office!

In our discussion, we covered how Scott broke into the entertainment industry, learning the wrestling ropes in the 1970s from "Killer" Kowalski, working with George Clooney, why he wanted to serve in law enforcement, and so much more! Scott is a larger than life personality!

#scottlschwartz #oceans11 #killerkowalski

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Thomas Winterton

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For the 100th episode of Spear Talk, we welcomed Thomas Winterton to the show! Thomas is the superintendant of the famous Skinwalker Ranch, and one of the stars of History Channel's, "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch"! He also practices martial arts and is the CEO of Resonance Meditations.

In our discussion, we covered how his career path lead him to the Skinwalker Ranch, the UFO and ghost phenomena at the ranch, his own documented incidents at the ranch, the importance of field research and science when it comes to getting answers at the ranch, the role of martial arts in his life, and so much more!

#skinwalkerranch #thomaswinterton #UFO

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Marcus Torgerson

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For episode 99, we once again welcomed back Marcus Torgerson for the third time. Marcus is an international Krav maga expert with over 20+ years in the security world. He is currently touring the country teaching self-defense and tactical courses.

Marcus and I decided to change up the normal show and decided to tackle any topic that was on our mind. There were NO notes and no agenda for the show. Some of our topics were what it takes to be a good human, why saying "I love you" is powerful, and why "wearing your heart on your sleeve" is never a bad thing! We are both champions of ending human trafficking so we of course shared our thoughts on that issue that is plaguing the world.

#marcustorgeron #love #humantrafficking

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AJ Christoph

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 98, we welcomed AJ Christoph aka AJ Magic to the show! AJ is a United States Marine Corps veteran, author, practitioner the martial art Qi Gong, and a professional magician!

In our discussion, we covered how AJ got into the world of magic, the effect magic has on his PTSD, the closeknit magic community to include his relationship with Peter Turner, how martial arts became a part of his life, the fascination and power of magic, and so much more!

#magic #USMC #martialarts

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Brian Andrews & Jeffrey Wilson

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 97, we had the honor of welcoming authors and military veterans, Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson. Brian is a U.S. Navy veteran (submarine officer) and Jeffrey is a U.S. Navy veteran (combat surgeon). Some of their books they have co-authored together include "Dark Intercept" (A Shepherds Series), "Sons Of Valor" series, and "Rogue Asset" (A Presidential Agent Novel).

In our discussion, we covered the difficulty of writing together, how their personal life experiences are an asset to their writing, creating new characters and plot devices during the current political climate, working with the W.E.B.Griffin estate, and so much more!

#brianandrewsjeffreywilson #rogueasset #darkintercept

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Steve Murphy & Javier Peña

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 96, we had the honor to speak with the two (now retired) DEA agents, Steve Murphy and Javier Escobar, that helped bring down infamous narcoterrorist, Pablo Escobar! They are the co-authors of the book "Manhunters: How We Took Down Pablo Escobar" which was the basis for the hit Netflix show, Narcos! Steve and Javier now travel the world talking about tracking down Pablo Escobar in front of sold out crowds. They are co-hosts of the Game Of Crimes Podcast!

In our discussion we covered how Steve and Javier became partners, dealing with the media romanticizing the story of Pablo and his "charity", dealing with corruption, the importanace of intel and research, how they never gave up after failed attempts to capture Pablo, the day Pablo was killed, how Netflix appraoched them for the show Narcos, and so much more!

#narcos #pabloescobar #DEA

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Betty Broadhurst

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 95, we had the honor to welcome Betty Broadhurst to the show! At the age of 65, Betty was recently awarded a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from her coach and world champion, Diego Bispo. Betty is also the creator of Roll Forever, a gym that supports local BJJ practioners in North Carolina by bringing in world class competitors to the area for athletes to compete alongside. Betty is also a licensed pharmacist.

In our discussion we covered the notion that "age is just a number", her reaction (which went viral) to Coach Bispo awarding her with a black belt at a competition, the competitive spirit, the perception that younger women have when they compete against Betty, the importance of BJJ in her life, why she created Roll Forever, and so much more!

#bettybroadhurst #bjj #martialarts

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Michelle Belanger

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 94, we welcomed Michelle Belanger to the show! Michelle can be seen on A &E's "Paranormal State", is an American Occult expert, is a spokesperson for modern vampire subculture. and the author of numerous books to include "The Dictionary Of Demons" and "The Psychic Vampire Codex".

In our discussion, we covered how she got involved in her line of work, the difference between withcraft and the occult, what are psychic vampires, tarot cards, the power of cats, how one can develope their own psychic abilities, and so much more!

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John Schneider

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:43:02 -0000

For Spear Talk 93, we welcomed TV and singer royalty, John Schneider, to the show! John is best known for his portrayal of Beauregard "Bo" Duke in the American television action/comedy series The Dukes of Hazzard, as Jonathan Kent in the 2001–11 TV series Smallville, and as James "Jim" Cryer on the television series The Haves and the Have Nots, created by Tyler Perry.

In our discussion we covered how Dukes Of Hazzard brough families together, why the "General Lee" is iconic, living with June and Johnny Cash, the importance of staying passionate, his latest movies Poker Run and Christmas In Time with Reba McEntire, and so much more!

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Brent Sass

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:58:22 -0000

For Spear Talk 92, we brought Brent Sass to the show! Brent is an American dog musher who won the 1,000 mile Yukon Quest international sled dog race from Whitehorse, Yukon to Fairbanks, Alaska in 2015, 2019 and 2020. He is well known for rescuing other mushers along the Yukon Quest trail throughout his dogsled racing career. In 2011, the rescue efforts of Sass and his then-lead dog Silver at American Summit in blizzard conditions led to the introduction of the Yukon Quest's Silver Award that recognizes sled dogs that have performed acts of heroism on the trail.

In our discussion we talked about how he got into competitive dog mushing, dealing with isolation and mental helath issues while training, day-to-day life taking care of so many dogs, dog bloodlines, the need for a positive mindset at all times, and so much more!

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DeNoris Mickle

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:26:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 91, we brought DeNoris Mickle to the show. DeNoris is the oner of Fit Culture By Deon, LCC (Charleston, SC), Nicole and Deno Photography, and a 20 year United States Air Force veteran. Deno was a Combat Photographer in the USAF, with tours in Kosovo, Iraq, Afganistan. His training includes S.E.R.E qualified and Battlefield Forensics Certified (DOD).

In our discussion we covered the correlation between fitness and photography, a break down of his fitness center culture (strength, positivity, empowerment), what drew him into photography, the training to become a combat photographer in the Air Force, how he deals with the affects of war through a lense, his relationship with the band Shinedown, and so much more!

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Jason Johnson

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 90, we are bringing back our friend, Jason Johnson, to the show! Jason aka "Pro-Knife Thrower" is one of the top knife throwers in the world, as well as a blade concept and design consultant. Jason also travels the country teaching the science between knife throwing and close quarters disassembly. Jason was also on the hit program, "Forged In Fire: Knife Or Death"!

In our discussion, we talked about how he got involved with knife throwing, what exactly in the science behind throwing a projectile, the practicality of carrying a knife on you at all times, the legality of carrying a knife, close quarters disassembly, and why throwing anything is a primal instinct!

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Kerri Hoskins

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 89, we welcomed Kerri Hoskins to the show! Kerri is known as "Sonya Blade" in the Mortal Kombat video game series, as well as portraying Sonya for the Mortal Kombat: Live tour! Kerri also practices the Korean martial art, Tang Soo Do, and is an avid abstract painter.

In our discussion, we covered how she get got involved in the Mortal Kombat franchise, the legacy of Sonya Blade and working with Midway Games, what it was like growing up in a family of artists, what it's like being a mother raising twin boys with cerebal palsy, and much more! Kerri is the real deal!

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Dave Spinks

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 88, we welcomed Dave Spinks to the podcast. Dave is an United States Airforce veteran, retired Federal law enforcement officer, and a paranormal investigator! Dave is also an accomplished author and guest star on various programs on History Channel, Travel Channel, and Destination America!

In our discussion we talked about the event with his grandfather that got Dave interested in paranormal investigations, the importance of note-taking and research, holding tv shows accounatble when it comes to it comes to all things paranormal, the hauntings that occur at Willows Weep, and so much more!

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Fred Burton & Ted Andre

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 87, we welcomed Fred Burton and Ted Andre to the show! Fred is a New York Times best-selling author, a former State Department Counterterrorism Deputy Chief, and one of the world's foremost experts on terrorism, terrorists, and terrorist organizations! Ted is an award winning produceer and production executive, as well as the co-founder of Blue Blood Films!

In our discussion, we covered how Fred and Ted forged their friendship over their quest to find the killer of Col. Alon, how events like Benghazi lead to trust issues between government and public, the role of music in our lives, why its important to write books and produce movies that tell necessary stories about the human spirit, and so much more!

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Keith Cooke Hirabayashi & Kenn Scott

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 86, we had the honor to welcome back Keith Cooke Hirabayashi (third appearance) and Kenn Scott (second appearance) to the show! Keith is five-time world champion martial artist and actor ('Reptile" in Mortal Kombat, 'Sub-Sero" in Mortal Kombat: Annhilation, China O'Brien 1 & 2, Heatseeker, Beverly Hills Ninja)! Kenn is an avid martial artist, stuntman, actor ("Raphael" in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secret Of The Ooze, Showdown), and author (Teenage Ninja to Mutant Turtle: Becoming The Reel Ralphael).

In our discussion, we talked about the cultural impact and enduring legacy of the Mortal Kombat and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles brands, what goes into crafting a movie fight scene, what can be done to get more people involved in the martial arts, working and training with Billy Blanks, and so much more!

#mortalkombat #teenagemutantninjaturtles #martialarts

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Lou Valoze & Jay Dobyns

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 85, we welcomed back two our most explosive guests, Lou Valoze (second appearance) and Jay Dobyns (second appearance) to talk to us further about their careers as undercover agents with the ATF. Lou's first book "Storefront: An ATF Agent's Life Undercover" is now out! Jay has two previous books ('Catching Hell" and 'No Angel" ) that are great reads as well!

In our dsicussion we talk about the toll of being undercover has on mental health, the process of writing books about their undecover work, how agency's like the ATF recruit people to their programs, how teamwork is essential to accomplish a mission, Lou and Jay's friendship, and so much more!

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Christy Salters Martin & Claudia King

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 84, we had the honor of welcoming back Christy Salters Martin and Claudia King back to the show for their second appearances! Christy is one of the greatest boxing champions of all time and only female boxer to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated! She is also the star of Untold: Deal With the Devil on Netflix which details her harrowing murder attempt on her life by her trainer and husband. Claudia King is the host of Strong Enough Podcast on the Spear Talk YouTube channel, a former cop, and works with Summit Advocates, an organization that helps survivors of domestiv violence and sexual assualt.

In our discussion we talked about the taboo of not reporting when you are abused, what people will think if you say you are especially if you are a boxer, cop, or even a male, what Christy's purpose is in life and why she thinks she survived her attack, how Claudia uses boxing as we means to take out aggression, how people can reach out to Christy's Champs or Summit Advocates, and so much more.

#christysaltersmartin #boxing #domesticabuseawareness

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Deron McBee

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 83, we are bringing the mighty Deron Mcbee to the show! You will recognize Deron as "Malibu" from American Gladiators, "Motaro" from Mortal Kombat: Annhilation, and his hilarious turn from an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm!

In our discussion, we talked about his career in law enforncement, how he created his iconic "Malibu" character, the legacy of American Gladiators, his time working with the Mortal Kombat family, and why its important to be a good person!

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Shihan Dana Abbott

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear talk 82, we welcomed Shihan Dana Abbott to the podcast! Dana holds a 7th degree black belt in Kenjutsu and a world class practioner of Tachi-Iai / Toyama Ryu Iai Batto Do (Japanese Swordsmanship)! Dana was elected into the Black Belt Hall of Fame (2004), Masters Hall of Fame (Budo Spirit Award), and a member of the World Wide Martial Arts Council.

In our discussion we talked about the history of Kenjutsu and the philosphies behind it, the Samuari way of of life, how he found his way to Japan, the history of the sword, and so much more.

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Jason Sautel

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 81, we welcomed Jason Sautel, who for 22 years served as a firghtfighter and paramedic, with much of his time with the Oakland Fire Department. Jason is also the author of "The Rescuer: One Firefighter's Story of Courage, Darkness, and the Relentless Love That Saved Him" and host of the "Cancel This" Podcast.

In our discussion, we talked about the daily life of a firefighter in a busy city, the importance of family and how to work as a team, living with the trauma you deal with at work, the importance of empathy, Hollywood's take on firefighters, and so much more!

#jasonsautel #firefighter #faith

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Lou Valoze

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 80, we welcomed retired ATF agent, of twenty-four years, Lou Valoze to the podcast! Lou has a new book called "Storefront Sting: An ATF Agent's Life Undercover" coming out later this year!

In our discussion, we covered his career in the ATF, operating between the blurred lines of "good" and "bad", the impact of storefront sting operations, bringing work home, and of course the steps it took to put his upcoming book together!

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James Jude Courtney & Zach Myer’s (Halloween 2021 Special)

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 79, we wanted to release an episode on Halloween Night that would have a lasting impact, and we think we have that with James Jude Courtney, "Michael Myers" / "The Shape" from Halloween (2018), Halloween Kills, and the upcoming Halloween Ends, and Zach Myers, the multi-platinum selling guitar player from the band Shinedown.

In our discussion Zach talks about why "The Shape" is his favorite horror character, how they both get into "character" before putting on mask or walking to stage, the importance and legacy of John Carpenter's music, how James deals with being an actor and stuntman in same project, what our favorite kills were in Halloween (2018), and so much more!

#Halloween #Shinedown #jamesjudecourtney #zachmyers

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Tim Cappello (Halloween 2021 Special)

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 78, we welcomed mult-iinstrumentalist, Tim Cappello to the podcast! You will recognize Tim as the "shirtless saxophone player" in the iconic 80's film, The Lost Boys, where he performed "I Still Believe"! Tim also has a new album out called Blood On The Reed."

In our discussion, we talked about the legacy of The Lost Boys and how his role has become a part of pop culture lore, what the song "I Still Believe" means to him, his working relationship with Tina Turner, how he used the gym as a means to kick his drug habit, and so much more!

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Lyle Blackburn & Josh W

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 77, we welcomed author, musician, and monster hunter, Lyle Blackburn and our good friend Josh W, to the show! Josh is an avid lover of all things cryptozoology as well as the co-host of the podcast Tap, Rack, and Cryptid which is part of the Spear Talk family! Lyle is the author of incredible books such as "The Beast of Boggy Creek" and 'Sinister Swamps: Monsters and Mysteries from the Mire", as well as the singer of the band Ghoultown. He has been on various shows on Animal Planet, Discovery Science, Travel, and on Shudder with the iconic Joe Bob Briggs (The Last Drive-In)!

In our discussion we covered the fascination of monsters and how each one is steeped in history and lore, writing a song for Elvira, the importance of research and note taking, woirking with organizations such as the Texas Bigfoot Research Center, and how he got his trademark black cowboy hat!

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Ken Kirzinger (Halloween 2021 Special)

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 76, we welcomed actor and stuntman, Ken Kirzinger, to the podcast! Ken famously played "Jason Vorhees" in the film Freddy vs. Jason, and has also been a part of other horror movie film franchises Wrong Turn 2: Dead End ("Pa") and Joy Rode 3: Roadkill (“Rusty Nail"). He is also a proud member of Stunts Canada!

In our discussion we covered what it was like playing the iconic "Jason Vorhees" alongside Robert Englund's "Freddy Krueger", having fun in horror film franchises, his working relationship with Kane Hodder, the difficulty of being an actor and stunt man in same movie, his early career bounching in bars and venues, and our love of all things aliens!

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Dr. Richard Gallagher (Halloween 2021 Special)

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:44:00 -0000

For episode 75, we had the hono rof welcoming Dr. Richard Gallagher to the show. Dr. Gallagher is a board certified psychiatrist, a professor at New York Medical (Psychiatry), a psychoanalyst (faculty) at Columbia Univeristy, and the author of Demonic Foes: My Twenty-Five Years as a Psychiatrist Investigating Possessions, Diabolic Attacks, and the Paranormal. Dr. Gallagher is the world's foremost scientific expert on the subject of diabolic attacks.

In our talk we discuss what excactly is a diabolic attack, how an exorcism is performed, why it is important to look at these attacks from a scientific based approach, why it is okay that there are some things that science can't explain, the sensationalism of hollywood when it comes to demonic pocessions, his relationship with "Father Jacques", and what the signs are when it comes to determining if a person is possessed.

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Andrew Bryniarski (Halloween 2021 Special)

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 74, we welcomed actor and former bodybuilder, Andrew Bryniarski to the show! You will recognize Andrew from his portrayal of "Leatherface" in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (2003) and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning (2006), as "Zangief" in Street Fighter (1994) and as "Steve Lattimer" in The Program!

In our discussion, we talked about the legacy of playing the iconic "Leatherface" character, fan conventions and realizing how his roles have impacted their lives, what it was like working with Jean Claude Van Damme in Street Fighter, the cult status of Hudson Hawk, the story behind Al Pacino's classic locker room speech in Any Given Sunday, and so much more!

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Dacre Stoker (Halloween 2021 Special)

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For episode 73, we welcomed author Dacre Stoker to the show! Dacre is the great-grandnephew of Irish author, Bram Stoker, who wrote the 1897 classic, Dracula. In 2018, Dacre co-authored (with J.D. Baker) Dracul, a prequel to Dracula. This episode is a part of our Halloween 2021 month long celebration!

In our discussion, we covered how sports and physcial activity influence and help with his writing, the importance of preserving the Bram Stoker legacy, the cultural and historical impact of characters and people like Vlad the Implaler, Dracula, and Van Helsing, how co-authoring a book works, visiting and traveling the world to learn this history of Bram's writings, and so much more!

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Thom Matthews (Halloween 2021 Special)

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 72, we welcomed horror movie stalwart Thom Matthews to the show! Thom is known for his roles of 'Freddy" in The Return of the Living Dead, "Tommy Jarvis" in Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives, and "Joey" in Return of the Living Dead II. Thom is also a martial artist and owns a sucessful construction business. This episode is part of our Halloween 2021 month long celebration!

In our discussion, we talked about the legacy of his horror career from fighting Jason to zombies, his martial arts training, his working relationship with famed director Albert Pyun on such classics as Nemesis and Heatseeker, and the remodeling of Ozzy & Sharon Osbourne's house during the filming of their reality TV show!

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Kenn Scott

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For episode 71, we welcomed actor, martial artist, and stunt man, Kenn Scott to the show. Kenn was the star in the martial arts cult classic Showdown, and he famously portayed, as actor and stuntman, "Raphael" in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film series. Kenn also has a brand new book out called, "Teenage Ninja To Mutant Turtle: Becoming The Reel Raphael".

In our discussion we covered his background in martial arts, his working relationship and friendship with legedary fight cordinator, Pat Johnson, the breakdown of the filming process for each ninja turtle, what it was like to film with Billy Blanks, Cynthia Rothrock, and Bolo Yeung, and everything in between.

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Morgan Lerette

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For episode 70, we had the honor to spend time with Morgan Lerette, who is a former US Army officer and member of Blackwater (military contractor). Morgan is also the author of "Welcome to Blackwater: Mercenaries, Money, and Mayhem In Iraq." This is a powerful episode considering the recent events in the MIddle East.

In our discussion we covered his time in the US military and what the transition to Blackwater was like, the working relationship between military and private contractors, burn pits and other health risks, the importance of humor in life, and the goal for his book!

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Hakim Isler

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 69, we had the honor to talk with the "Black MacGuyver", ninja survivalist, and Army combat veteran, Hakim Isler. Hakim has appeared on Naked & Afraid, Naked & Afaid XL, is a 5th degree black belt in To-Shin Do (Ninjitsu), accomplished author, and philanthropist.

In our discussion, we talked how his upbringing and time in the U.S. Army help grow his appreciation for all things nature and surviavl, his training and relationship with Stephen K Hayes in the art of Ninjitsu, his transition into the civilian life from the Army, and his time on Naked & Afraid!

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Jack O’Halloran

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 68, we had the honor of having actor, author, and boxer, Jack O'Halloran on the show! Jack was a heavyweight boxing contender from 1966 - 1974, wherre he started his career 16-0 and eventually fought George Foreman. You will also recogize Jack as "Non" from Superman and Superman II, as well as various roles in Dragnet, Flintstones, Dragon Troll: World Chronicals, and Farewell, My Lovely!

In our discussion we tralked about his relationship with Muhammad Ali, what makes up the "fighting spirit", the legacy of his role in Superman and Superman II, the working relationship wth Christopher Reeve, and his book "Familly Legacy" where we talk about the relationship he had with his father and the mafia.

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Patrick Kilpatrick

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 67, we had the honor to spend time with actor, Patrick Kilpatrick! You will recogize Patrick from his various roles in movies and television: " The Sandman" in Death Warrant, "Knott" in Minority Report, "Mr. Bryles" in Class of 1999, and various appearances on hit shows such as CSI, NCIS: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Dark Angel! Patrick also has his new book out called, "Dying For A Living: Volume 1 - Upbringing" which is fascinating and thought-provoking look into the start of his career!

In our discussion, we talked about which characters have resonated the most with him through his career, how his portrayal of "The Sandman" in the action classic Death Warrant scared me growing up, the art of playing a "bad guy", the tactical training that comes with portaying certain characters, and his time as foreiegn correspondent in Columbia and Venezula from 1978 -1980. This was an engaging talk!

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Nicole Apelian

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 66, we had the honor to speak with herbalist, biologist, anthropologist, author, and traditional skills instructor, Nicole Apelian! You may also recognize Nicole from two seasons of the hit television show, Alone (Season 2 and 5)!

In our discussion we talked about her being diagnosed with MS and she was able to use a holtistic approach to medicine as a means to revocer and battle the disease, what exactly holostic wellness is , the importance of learning how to forage, starting her own apothocary, and the differences between thriving and surviving! We had a blast with Nicole!

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Dan Palacios

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 65, we had the honor of speaking with Dan Palacios, the founder of Live Kinetically, or you may know him as the "the Concierge of Calorie Burn" or "the Duke of Demonstration"! At the onset of the pandemic, while I was looking for ways to stay fit and focused on my health, Dan was the first person I found on social media using the Chopfit, which I fell in love with!

In this discussion, we talk about how he got his start in fitness, the theory behind kinetic training, working out using various items such as Chopfit, battle ropes, tires, and large hammers, the importance of fitness when it comes to security and first responders, and training for American Ninja Warrior!

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Marjean Holden

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 64, we welcomed actress, martial artist, stunt woman, and author, Marjean Holden to the show! You will recognize Marjean from her role as 'Arina" from the Beastmaster TV show, as well roles in John Carpenter's Vampires, Mortal Kombat: Annihilation as 'Sheeva", and one of the most underrated action films of the 90s, Ballistic!

In our discussion we talk about her book, 'The Power Of The Goddess", her charity work with military verans, being a female in male dominated areas like martial arts and stunt work, how to craft a movie fight scene, and the legacy and lore of her work in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation as "Sheeva".

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William Sanderson

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 63, we had the distinct honor to welcome iconic character actor, US Army veteran, and author, William Sanderson to the show! You will recognize William from his roles in Lonesome Dove, Deadwood, Death Hunt, Blade Runner, The Rocketeer, True Blood, Newhart, and Wagon's East!

In our discussion, we talked about his new book, "Yes, I'm That Guy", his time in the US Army, his relationship with Elvis Presley, the importance of character actors and what roles of his were tough to shake, and the legacy of Deadwood!

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Clint Emerson

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 62, we sat down with New York Times best-selling author, crisis management professional, and retired US Navy SEAL, Clint Emerson! Clint just released his new book, "100 Deadly Skills: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Crushing Your Enemy, Fighting for Your Life, and Embracing Your Inner Badass"(Combat Edition), so he stopped by to talk about the book, his life, and everything in between! Did you know that Clint is the only US Navy SEAL to be inducted into the International Spy Museum?

In our discussion, we talked about how his company Escape The Wolf, LLC, handles crisis management for global companies, the nervousness of writing and dealing with criticism, why violence scares some people even when it comes to saving their own lives, and the importance of always learning, adapting, and training!

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Ken Gerhard & Josh W

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0000

For episode 61, we welcomed leading cryptozoologist, Ken Gerhard, and my good friend Josh, who I served with in the United States Secret Service and is an avid gamer on Twitch under the moniker, LongDogsOfWar. Josh and I are into the idea of Bigfoot, so we thought this would be a fun talk to have as we had many questions for Ken! This whole talk was based about the concept of cryptozoology to include everything from Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, and all the way to the "Mothman".

In our discussion we talk about the famous Patterson Bigfoot footage, the role movies and video games have in helping to fund research, various stories from Ken during his field research, and what its like to be on TV shows like Monster Quest and Missing In Alaska! Josh and I also ask the important question: Where are the remains when they pass away?

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Doug Smith

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0000

For episode 60, we welcomed ice hockey enforcer, Doug Smith, to the podcast! Doug is the author of the book, "Goon: The True Story Of An unlikely Journey Into Minor League Hockey, which was turned into the film, "Goon" which starred Sean William Scott, in the title role. Doug has also been a police officer since 1999!

In our discussion, we talked about the current NHL product, the current political landscape as it pertains to law enforcement, the art of hockey fighting, and how his life was turned into a movie!

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Mike Stone

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 59, we welcomed the legendary Mike Stone to the podcast, where he shared some incredible stories of his martial arts background and philosophies that about life that will withstand the test of time! Mike has a 10th degree black belt in Shorin- Ryu karate, an U.S. Army veteran, and has been a stunt coordinator on various action films!

In our discussion we talk about his martial arts career to include his time with Herbert Peters, his bodyguard work for Phil Spector, his relationship and dealings with the Elvis Presley camp, living in the Philippines, and so much more!

#mikestone #karate #Elvis

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Shondo Blades

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 58, we had the distinct honor to spend time with Shondo Blades, who brought his fire and energy to the podcast. Shondo has a background in professional MMA, appeared in the show "The Quest" on ABC, and is considered a combat mogul, with his various training philosophies and gear that has impacted tactical and self-defense training!

Some of the topics we covered included his belief in getting "1% better every day", the importance of always training for the "bad" days, whether or not motivation can be taught, and being inspired to be the next big, action star!

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Marc Mero

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 57, we had the honor to speak with former WWF / WCW professional wrestler, and current motivational speaker, Marc Mero! Growing up, I loved watching "Johnny B. Badd" in WCW and "Marvelous Marc Mero" in WWF, but it his his current work as a motivational speaker, that has blown me away!

In our discussion, we talk about the origin / creation of his WCW wrestling persona with the late-great Dusty Rhodes, his openness about his past struggles with drugs, his friendship with DDP, his incredible stand against bullying, and the importance of what he does for these kids that gives them hope!

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Jon Andersen

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 56, we had the honor of speaking with professional bodybuilder, strongman, and wrestler, Jon Andersen, who is one of the most motivational people we know! We cover his life through each of the disciplines he excelled in as a professional and had many laughs!

In our discussion we talk about wrestling in the Tokyo Dome with NJPW in front of the massive crowds, what goes into training for strongman competitions, how he got his IFBB (International Federation Body Building) professional card in 6 months, what his Deep Water Method training is all about, and how it's vital to find motivation each day!

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Tony Blauer

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 55, we sat down with tactical and self-defense training guru, Tony Blauer! If you are not familiar with Tony or his training philosophies, then you should do yourself a favor and check him out on social media, or even attend one of his seminars, as there is a lot of necessary information that one can obtain by learning from Tony.

In our discussion, we covered the concept of "FEAR" and how one can embrace and manage it, how ego plays a role in getting in the way of learning and training, the history of the S.P.E.A.R System that he created, a breakdown of situational awareness, and all things personal defense!

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Michael Berryman

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 54, we had the luxury to spend time with the incredible Michael Berryman! Growing up, Michael was always one of the actors that really made every role of his unique and memorable, to include scene-stealing in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, The Hills Have Eyes, Weird Science, and The Devil's Rejects!

Not only do we talk about some of his iconic roles in various films and TV shows, but he gives a breakdown of his working relationship with Wes Craven and Rob Zombie, his love of fan conventions, what his childhood was like with his father who was a Naval surgeon deployed to the Hiroshima fallout zone, dealing with bullies, and the importance of wildlife conservation! Did you know he spent 10 years living on a wolf sanctuary?

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Rick Alan Ross & Dean Blundell

Thu, 27 May 2021 13:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 53, we had the privilege to speak with cult expert and author Rick Alan Ross and podcast personality and founder of his own podcast network, Dean Blundell! This was a fascinating talk that covered all things cults. I had done an appearance on Dean's own show where we tried to figure out what exactly makes up a cult, so it only made sense to bring an expert in cults to Spear Talk!

Our discussion covered various topics such as Rick's background in cults, to include his involvement in the Branch Davidans and NXIVM cases,what the current "Q" or Qanon movement is, and the thought process behind other famous cults and cult leaders such as Jim Jones, Heaven's Gate, Charles Manson, and the Westboro Baptist Church! This was a fascinating Spear Talk that will certainly need a part two!

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Michael Bailey Smith

Thu, 20 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 52, we spoke with Army veteran and actor, Michael Bailey Smith! You will recognize Michael from his iconic pop culture roles in the Charmed TV series, as "Super Freddy" in Nightmare On Elm Street 5: The Dream Child, and the man behind the monsters in Monster Man and The Hills Have Eyes remake and sequel!

In our discussion, we covered what it was like living in a military family, his job building defense radars for the Iranian Air Force, being an Army Paratrooper, his tryout for the Dallas Cowboys, working with Jean-Claude Van Damme, the infamous legend of the the 1994 Fantastic Four film, and the fandom surrounding Charmed!

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Tim Jacobus

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #51, we sat down with childhood idol, and reason why i started to enjoy reading, Tim Jacobus! Tim is the iconic illustrator of the famed Goosebumps book series, whose book covers are works of pop culture art!

In our dsicussion, we talked out his working relationship with R.L. Stine, his creative process for each book cover, the transition from painting to digital, his favorite covers, and how the pandemic fueled his creativity!

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Mick Doge & Barry Kerch

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For our 50th Spear Talk, we couldn't have had a better episode for you than having both the legendary, "Barefoot Sensei", Mick Dodge, and multi-platinum selling rock drummer, Barry Kerch, from the band Shinedown, join us! We had a blast talking about the earth, being outside, and the need to thrive!

Some of the topics we discussed were the concept behind "bare-footing", the difference between surviving and thriving, our love of spending time outdoors, and the concept of the "earth-gym" and why its imperative to stay fit! Lots of laughs and incredible stories from both of their lives!

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Forrest Lang

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 49, we had the honor to speak with Forrest Lang, a veteran, tattooist, author, orphan, and victim of abuse! While some of this talk is sometimes tough to hear, it is a necessary discussion for everyone to listen. While Forrest's life has had its hardships and heartache, hearing Forrest talk about surviving the abuse in his life was incredibly motivating for me. This was an emotional talk that will benefit us all!

During this talk, we covered his upbringing with an abusive step-father, being molested by his foster mother, being homeless, his addiction, the death of his friend, military service, tattooing, and his never-ending quest to get his book, Angel Blue published!

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Donny Dust & Barry Kerch

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 48, we had the honor to host both "professional caveman" Donny Dust and Barry Kerch, drummer for platinum rock band Shinedown! This was a great talk about life, surviving, and everything in between!

In our discussion, we covered Donny's health scare prior to filming his episode of the television show "Alone", what flint-napping is, what the must have gear is when hiking or heading into the wilderness, making natural tools, and what comprises the hunter / gatherer lifestyle!

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Adrian Paul

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 47, we had the honor to speak with Adrian Paul, the actor behind “Duncan Macleod” from the hit television show, Highlander! This was bucket list talk for us, as Adrian was responsible for my love of swords!

In our discussion we covered his training and work on Highlander, the passing of the torch from Christopher Lambert, his background in martial arts, the amazing organization he started called The Sword Experience, and his incredible charity work!

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EJ Snyder

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #46, we had the privilege to speak with decorated Army veteran, survivalist, and multi-time winner of the hit television show, Naked & Afraid on Discovery! This was a very enlightening conversation learning about his career and what it takes to survive!

In our discussion, we covered his his 25 year military career, including time in the Gulf War and Operation Iraqi Freedom, how his love of survival training grew in the military. and how he ultimately began to compete on Naked & Afraid! With everything going on in the world, this was an exhilarating and necessary conversation!

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Bob Hamer

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 45, we had the honor to speak with Marine Corp veteran, and 26-year FBI Agent, a majority spent undercover, Bob Hamer! Bob is also an accomplished author, speaker, and has worked as a technical advisor on Law & Order: SVU!

In our discussion, we cover his undercover work with the FBI, to include Operation Smoking Dragon and his infiltration of NAMBLA, which led to eight arrests of their "inner circle". Some of Bob's roles as an undercover agent included that of a drug dealer, contract killer, and an international arms dealer!

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Raoul Trujillo

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 44, we had the honor to speak with the incredible Raoul Trujillo who came by to talk about his career, to include his life in the U.S. Army, the importance of preserving the history of the indigenous peoples, and jumping into the world of Mayans M.C. as "Che 'Taza' Romero"!

Fans of Raoul, will recognize him as the villainous and stoic "Zero Wolf" from Mel Gibson's "Apocalypto". It was amazing to hear about how he was hired for the role and what the physical toll this role on his body! We also discuss his working relationship with Terrence Malick on the set of "The New World" and share a laugh over his time on the set of "Highlander III"!

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Thomas G. Waites

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 41, we sat down with Thomas G. Waites, whose roles as "Windows" in John Carpenter's The Thing and as "Fox" in Walter Hill's, "The Warriors" are part of pop culture lore! Thomas also own and operates a highly successful acting school in NYC!

In our discussion, we talked about the mental and physical affect the pandemic has had on not only himself but his students, working with Al Pacino, their trip to the first day of filming "The Thing", his relationship with Walter Hill, the fandom that surrounds The Warriors, and his hilarious interaction with Tom Waites over their name! This was an inspiring conversation!

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Rick Hogg

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 40, we had the privilege to speak with one of the premier tactical instructors in the industry, Rick Hogg, who is also the founder of War Hogg Tactical, Inc, based in North Carolina! Rick is 29-year United States Army Special Operation combat veteran, with 13 combat deployments between Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as a Special Forces advanced urban combat instructor.

In our discussion, we discussed the importance of training real-life scenarios, what the military branches can do to help their people as they transition into the civilian life, his incredible story of his dog, Duco, and how working with a do,g in combat affects the team dynamic, as well as Rick's own On The Range Podcast! Just an incredible open dialogue!

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Sam J. Jones

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 39, we had the honor to talk with Sam J. Jones, who most will recognize as the iconic 'Flash Gordon" from the 1980 cult film! But did you know that Sam was a United States Marine or has spent close to 20 years as an executive protection agent, working in Mexico? This is a conversation that is equal parts funny and inspring!

In our talk, we cover what the character of "Flash Gordon" means to Sam and how it speaks to the common man or woman, his goal to play for the Seattle Seahawks, why he joined the Marine Corps, the reason he became a security professional, and some of the issues that people in the security industry often come across!

I had a blast with Sam!

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Robert Clotworthy

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 14:01:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 37, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the amazing, Robert Clotworthy. Most people will recognize Robert's voice from the hit shows on History Channel which he narrates, The Curse Of Oak Island, Beyond Oak Island, and Ancient Aliens, as well as the voice of the iconic "Jim Raynor" from the Starcraft video game series!

In our discussion, we covered it all, from Robert's upbringing, the importance of narration, how he maintains his voice, the recording process for The Curse Of Oak Island and Ancient Aliens, the pivotal scene he filmed with Bradley Copper in American Sniper, as well as his backstory and training history in the martial art Kung Fu San Soo! This was a ton of fun!

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Bob Wall

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 36, we had the distinct honor of sitting down with the legendary martial artist Bob Wall! You will recognize Mr. Wall as the main henchmen “O’Hara” in the iconic Bruce Lee film, Enter The Dragon! Mr. Wall has numerous black belts, to include Tang So Do (9th degree) and Kyokushin Budokai (8th degree).

Mr. Wall carries with him a big personality, which resonates in his stories of training with Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris and Gene LeBell, as well as in his pride of defending the martial arts industry as a whole!

In our discussion we talked about the training and casting process for Enter The Dragon, the importance of training multiple disciplines, dealing with pandemic, and his infamous spat with Steven Seagal!

This talk was fireworks!

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Vernon Wells

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 35, we sat down with actor, Vernon Wells, who you will recognize from his memorable roles as "Bennett" from Commando, 'Wez" from Mad Max 2, "Mr. Igoe" from Inner Space, and "Lord General" in Weird Science! Vernon was a blast to speak with as he shared some incredible stories!

In our discussion, we talked about how he went from a singer to an actor,working with George Miller and Mel Gibson, the first scene he filmed in Commando where he met Arnold Schwarzenegger, the difference between voice work and screen work, and everything in between!

Let off some, steam, and give it a listen!

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Jay Dobyns

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 24, I had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with retired Special Agent and veteran undercover operative with the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, Jay Dobyns! Jay is also a motivational speaker, and a New York Times Best-Selling author!

In this inspirational discussion, we covered it all: his being shot in the line of duty with less than a week on the job, his undercover life in the Hell's Angels, how hard it is to maintain a family while undercover, the famed Operation Black Biscuit (Angels v Mongols), becoming a football coach in retirement, and his work in Hollywood, specifically the movie Den Of Thieves.

I highly suggest that you read his two books: Catching Hell and No Angel.

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Ryan Tate

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #33, we had the honor to speak with Ryan Tate, who is a former U.S. Marine and President of VETPAW (Veterans Empowered To Protect African Wildlife). This organization is unique in the fact that it deploys former and retired veterans to Africa, to help in the protection of wildlife, most of which is targeted by poachers and the illegal animal trade markets.

Ryan shared his reasoning for joining the U.S. Marines and how that led to creating VETPAW, what an average day is like while on duty in Africa, how the global pandemic has affected their operations, how working with animals in turn helps the veterans with PTSD, and how he deals with negative on social media!

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Captain Sig Hansen

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk 32, we were able to catch up with Captain Sig Hansen, who many of you will recognize from the hit television show on the Discovery Channel, Deadliest Catch! Cpt. Hansen is the captain of the F/V Northwestern, one of the top crab fishing boats in the industry and a New York Times Best-Selling author.

In our discussion we talk about his family heritage and legacy, what it takes to get in the crab fishing industry, the importance of teamwork, how a global pandemic affects his operations, the idea of isolation on the open water, and the leap of faith it took to create the show that has continued to captivate fans for years now.

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James C. Burns

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #31, we had to honor to talk with James C. Burns, who voiced and portrayed the iconic "Frank Woods" from the acclaimed Black Ops I, Black Ops II, and Black Ops IV games in the Call of Duty series! James is one of a kind individual who shared some amazing stories!

We touched on what his feelings were, why he wasn't asked to be back in the latest Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War playing his iconic character. It was great to hear it from James, as the fans of the series have been rallying around his lack of involvement! James is a total class act dealing with this!

We also covered what the filming of a video game consists of on his end, his creative process in building the story of "Frank Woods", as well as some awesome stories on his time as a Belgium National hockey champion, and his time in the NYC band, Runner!

This Spear Talk was a blast!

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Erik Stolhanske

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0000

We are fortunate to kick off 2021 with Erik Stolhanske for Spear Talk #29! Erik is a great friend, so it was great to finally have him sit down with us! We all know and love Erik through some of his hilarious characters in Beer Fest, Club Dread, and his role as 'Rabbit" from Super Troopers 1 and 2! Erik is one of the members of the famed Broken Lizard troop!

While he shares some funny stories from his movie roles, and time with the rest of the Broken Lizard clan, it was his motivational breakdown of his upbringing being born without a fibula in one of his legs! His story of triumph is incredible! Erik also works with various military groups and travels the world hanging with veterans and providing them hope!

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Eric Bass & Dr. Steven Greer

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #28, we had the honor of having Eric Bass (bass player, Shinedown) and Dr. Steven Greer (UFologist, Founder of The Disclosure Project). Last Summer, Dr. Greer came out to a Shinedown show to meet the band, and talk about his work, as both Eric and Barry (Kerch) were familiar with his various books and projects! Do yourself a favor and check out both documentaries, both streaming on Amazon Prime, Unacknowledged and Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind!

This talk dug even deeper into topics we had originally touched upon, to include the recent declassification of UFO sightings, the stigma of asking questions and talking about this subject matter, understanding what the goals of the Space Force will be, and everything in between!

This was recorded before Dr. Greer's recent event and premier of CE5 (Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind) in Arizona on 11.20.2020!

This was a fascinating deep dive!

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Barry Kerch & Keith Cooke

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0000

Our 27th talk brought together two previous guests: Barry Kerch, who is the drummer for platinum selling rock band, Shinedown, and Keith Cooke, who is a five-time World martial arts grand champion, member of the Black Belt Hall of Fame, and actor! You would be familiar with Keith's role as "Reptile" in the Mortal Kombat movie and as the main henchmen in Beverly Hills Ninja!

We all had a blast during this sit down, which included topics such as fitness, comparing boxing to drumming, Wushu, Wing Chun, and the mental & physical endurance it takes to become number one and to maintain that drive! Some great stories were shared as well!

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Michael Kroeger & Patrick Miletich

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0000

For our 26th talk, we had a blast with Michael Kroeger (Nickelback, bass player) and Patrick Miletich (UFC Hall of Fame, First UFC Welterweight Champion)! We found lots of common ground between the music industry and MMA world, and dug in deep for a fun, thought-provoking conversation.

We spent the hour covering it all: fitness, recovering from injuries, organic mud, dealing with "haters" and social media, and the mental hurdles involved with performing with no fans in the crowd! Thank you for giving it a watch!

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Barry Kerch & Lt John Nores [Ret]

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0000

For our 25th talk, we had the honor of welcoming back Lt. John Nores, who is a retired California game warden, and first time guest Barry Kerch, who is the drummer for platinum selling rock band, Shinedown. This was an incredible discussion that covered a wide range of topics.

We broke down the importance of adequate firearm training, the 2nd Amendment, hunting and wilderness survival, conservation, and music. In the midst of the serious topics we still had time to have some laughs!

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Marcus Torgerson & Jason Johnson

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0000

For Spear Talk #24, we once again sat down with Marcus Torgerson (Krav Maga expert and leader in club security), and also brought along first time guest, Jason Johnson (World renown knife thrower and edged weapons expert) for an explosive discussion that covered everything that is going on in the world today!

We touched on mental health in a pandemic, staying positive, edged weapon training, TSA rules for flying, domestic violence, the power of the media, and why we all must continue to help eradicate human trafficking!

This talk will get you thinking and might ruffle some feathers! It’s refreshing to talk with individuals who are raw, authentic, and willing to help out at the drop of a hat!

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James DeMeo

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0000

It was an honor to speak with James DeMeo for our 23rd Spear Talk! James has over 27 years in the security industry and is considered a subject matter expert in event security by several leading international and domestic magazines; Security Magazine, Security Management Magazine, and Pan Stadia!

We covered a wide range of topics, from his career in law enforcement, the importance of after-action reports, recent active shooter events, and why his first book, "What's Your Plan? A Step-by-Step Guide to Keep Your Family Safe During Emergency Situations" is essential reading for all age groups!

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Jason Kuhl

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0000

For our 21st talk, I had the honor to speak with Jason Kuhl. Jason is a leader in the security industry, and one of my favorite people to see at a festival or cross paths backstage at a show! At the onset of Covid, Jason was one of the people that I was privileged to keep an open dialogue with as we tried to navigate in the entertainment industry.

We covered what it takes to break it into the security industry, how to be a successful bodyguard or venue security professional on the road, and the importance of being a team player who isn’t afraid to keep learning!

If you are wanting to break into the industry, this will be a must listen talk!

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Andrea Crosta

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0000

For our 20th talk, we had the honor of doing a deep dive into the world of animal conservation and the trafficking of animals with our friend, Andrea Crosta!

Andrea is the executive Director of Earth League International and the creator of Wildleaks! You can see his team work in two documentaries: The Ivory Game (Netflix) and Sea Of Shadows (Hulu).

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Lt. John Nores [Ret.]

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0000

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Claudia King

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 01:48:00 -0000

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