Best Andy Stumpf Podcasts (2025)

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Exposing a Massive CCP Infiltration Plot—Uncovered at the Southern Border 1:10:29

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On today’s episode, Andy talks with Cory Gautereaux—Army veteran and founder of The G.O.A.T. Initiative—about what he’s uncovered along remote sections of the southern border. From finding discarded passports from countries like China and Venezuela, to accessing a smuggler’s Chinese phone, to identifying stretches of the border that remain complete…

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Episode 396 - James Hatch - Navy Seal, Author, Yale Graduate and Lecturer 2:50:18

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Jimmy Hatch grew up in the mountains of Utah and joined the service on his seventeenth birthday. After serving four years in the US fleet, Hatch completed SEAL training with Class 164 in 1990, launching him into a twenty-two-year career with the SEAL teams that would take him across the world. Deployed many times, Hatch was involved in over 150 dir…

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DOJ Says No Epstein Client List—Then What Was on Bondi’s Desk? 31:09

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On today’s episode, Andy and Bryan Callen discuss growing frustration inside Trump’s base over the Epstein case. The DOJ now claims no client list exists, despite past statements from Attorney General Pam Bondi. As figures like Elon Musk, Megyn Kelly, and Steve Bannon call for answers, Trump dismisses the controversy as political distraction. Andy …

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Negligent Discharge Friday - 7/18/25 1:03:07

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-The new series continues! Michael and I sat down today and discussed a few topics through the lens of experience in different decades of life. For those of you familiar with the show, you know that often on Friday I answer Q and A. Today is no different, except that Michael is joining me to give his perspective from a younger generation: -Men Prop…

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S2 EP26: Bootstrapping a Technology Ecommerce Brand with Bryn Davis Williams and Jessica Bosman from DOUBL 37:40

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat chats with Jessica Bossman and Brynn Davis Williams, co-founders of DOUBL. They dive into DOUBL’s innovative process for automating the production of custom-fit clothing, their path to launching the business, and how they bootstrapped while building advanced technology. They also discuss how they sec…

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Episode 395 - Greg Cooper - Criminal Profiling and the Mind of Human Predators 2:36:37

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Greg Cooper has worked as an FBI Profiler, Law Enforcement Administrator, Police Training/Instructor, University/College Professor, and an International and Domestic Threat Assessment Advisor. He is an expert in Criminal Profiling, Prescriptive Interviewing and Interrogation, Investigations, and Multi-Agency Investigative Task Force consultation. C…

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Narco-Canada Is Here: What the Sinaloa Power Struggle Means for Canadian Security 24:31

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On today’s episode, Andy and Katarina Szulc, investigative journalist and host of Borderland Dispatches, break down the violent civil war erupting within Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa cartel. As El Chapo’s sons battle rival factions and reportedly align with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, the fallout is reaching far beyond Mexico’s borders. With fe…

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Full Auto Friday - 7/11/2025 57:30

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2 Listener listener-submitted questions, and two current events topics for today: -Tim Kennedy and Stolen Valor -Dealing with bitterness and hopelessness -The missing Epstein Client list -What is scarier, marriage or divorce? Cleared Hot Coffee Blend: https://shop.clearedhotpodcast.com/products/cleared-hot-brcc-coffee Today's Sponsors: Pique: Get 2…

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Inside The Secret U.S.–Iran Deal That Created the Next Global Nuclear Threat 1:16:35

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On this week's episode, Andy sits down with Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and a leading expert on Iran sanctions and U.S. foreign policy. Dubowitz has advised multiple U.S. administrations and lawmakers on strategies to counter Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional activities. The conversation covers the evolution …

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S2 EP25: Getting Acquired and Finding Success in In-Person Events with Eliza Trendiak of Lavoh 41:02

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, we talk to Eliza Trendiak of Lavoh. Eliza shares her journey from owning a hair salon to launching Lavoh, a reusable face cloth brand. She discusses the challenges of selling her salon, the strategic shift to B2B, and the significance of in-person events for brand growth. Eliza also provides valuable ins…

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Bonus Rebroadcast: Was Jeffrey Epstein an Intelligence Asset? (with Nick Bryant) 1:05:37

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This episode originally aired on January 3, 2024. On today's episode, Andy sits down with Nick Bryant, an investigative journalist, podcaster, author, and expert on human trafficking who is credited with helping to expose the widespread abuse of Jeffrey Epstein and his criminal associates. He is also the author of the book The Franklin Scandal: A S…

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Episode 395 - Taylor Cavanaugh - Navy SEAL and the French Foreign Legion 2:54:10

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Taylor Cavanaugh is a former Navy SEAL turned French Foreign Legionnaire. Taylor is the only person to hold this unique distinction. His journey has taken him from jail cells to homelessness and even suicidal thoughts, only to find salvation through discipline and a clear sense of purpose. To say that Taylor had a turbulent path would be an underst…

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Flintlock Friday with Vaughn Stumpf - 7/4/2025 1:38:47

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You asked for it, we made it happen. Three generations tackling the most pressing issues of our times. Michael picked the questions, and there was certainly some diversity. I can't remember everything we covered, but here are a few of the wave tops: -The Best advice ever received about marriage and life in general -The Big Beautiful Bill -Paralyzin…

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If Cartels Can Hack Surveillance Systems, What Comes Next? 16:44

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On today’s episode, Andy and investigative journalist and Borderland: Dispatches host Katarina Szulc examine a recent case involving a Mexican drug cartel that allegedly hired a hacker to access surveillance cameras and phone data. The operation was reportedly used to locate and track an FBI informant in Mexico City. This conversation explores how …

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The Mobster Who Refused to 'Rat': Ex-Mafia Heist Specialist Lou Ferrante Tells All 1:11:01

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On today's episode, Lou Ferrante—former mobster turned author and speaker—joins Andy to unpack his remarkable transformation from a life of organized crime to one of personal growth and social insight. Lou shares raw and unfiltered stories from his early years in the mafia, revealing the inner workings of criminal networks, the code of loyalty that…

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S2 EP24: Scaling Through UGC and Influencer Marketing with Olivia Stumpf from Oliver Logan 32:42

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat chats with Olivia Stumpf, the Partnerships and Social Media Manager at Oliver Logan. Olivia explains the brand's focus on timeless, comfortable denim and shares insights into their effective use of user-generated content and influencer marketing. She discusses building meaningful partnerships, identi…

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Representative Ryan Zinke - Big Beautiful Bills and Public Land Sales 1:13:40

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Ryan Zinke is a fifth generation Montanan who serves as Representative for Montana’s First Congressional District covering 16 counties in western Montana including the cities of Bozeman, Butte, Missoula, Kalispell. First elected to Congress in 2014, and serving as U.S. Secretary of the Interior between noncontiguous terms, Zinke has built a track r…

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Episode 393 - Robert Stark - Army Veteran, Author, Alaskan 1:52:24

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Robert Stark is the author of Warflower and Just Like a Soldier. He is a lifelong Alaskan who has triumphed over adversity and risen above life's challenges. Robert is an Army Veteran who served as an airborne infantryman in the United States Army, deploying in Iraq with the 173rd Airborne Brigade and the 101st Airborne Division. His story is one o…

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Is the Boulder Attack a Warning Sign of Changing Domestic Threats? 14:08

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Disclaimer: This interview was recorded on June 9, 2025. Please note that the conversation reflects information and events known at that time, and may not account for developments that have occurred since. On today’s episode, Andy and Mike Baker discuss the flamethrower attack at a pro-Israel vigil in Boulder, Colorado, where 45-year-old Mohamed Sa…

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Full Auto Friday - 6/27/2025 47:56

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, answering only the most demanding questions facing our society. I'm not sure they were actually that serious, but it sounds good. I did actually cover: -CrossFit Workout strategies for home gyms -What I have learned from 400 Episodes of the Podcast -How to become a protector for your family -How do I help …

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How Jihadist Movements Took Root in the Sahel—and Why the U.S. Should Care 1:08:06

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On today’s episode, Andy sits down with former CIA analyst Michael Shurkin to explore the agency’s post-9/11 focus on Africa and the emergence of jihadist movements in the Sahel. They unpack the rise of Al-Qaeda–linked groups in Mali, the regional dynamics that fueled instability, and how external actors like France and Russia shaped the conflict. …

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S2 EP23: How to Nail the PR Side of a Product Launch with Yoav Shalev of Tap With Us 29:34

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat sits down with Yoav Shalev, the CMO over at Tap With Us, to discuss how to nail the PR side of a product launch. Tap With Us has developed a wearable controller that allows users to input into any device using finger taps and gestures, designed for controlling audio, scrolling content, or typing into…

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Episode 392 - Nick Bare - Army, Fitness, Nutrition, Entrepreneur 2:36:09

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Nick Bare founded Bare Performance Nutrition in 2012 out of his small college apartment in Western Pennsylvania at the Indiana University of PA. During this time, Nick was studying nutrition and on the path to joining the military upon graduation. The company was built upon the values of transparency and service from its early stages of launch, and…

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Chinese Nationals Smuggled Dangerous Pathogens into the US: A Sign of a Counterintelligence Emergency? 22:26

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Chinese nationals were recently caught smuggling dangerous pathogens into the United States. What other threats are slipping through? Mike Baker and Andy Stumpf discuss the reality of a counterintelligence emergency. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original SUBSCRIBE ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0y9k9Nd3WInD0oDrMKdELb SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE POD…

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Full Auto Friday - 6/20/2025 55:07

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, answering only the most demanding questions facing our society. Please let me know what you think of the slightly changed format in the comments. Here is what I covered: -Is it a good idea to bang a married man with kids? -How do you deal with a lack of fulfillment and wanting to do more -How to determine …

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Al Qaeda Is Rapidly Rebuilding: Afghanistan & the New Terror Threat 1:06:18

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On today's episode, Andy is joined by Bill Roggio—senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and editor of The Long War Journal—for a wide-ranging conversation on national security, starting with the complexities of firearm ownership in the U.S. and shifting into an in-depth analysis of the global jihadist threat. They trace the evo…

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S2 EP22: The Minimum Viable Product Path to Ecommerce Success with Andy Fine from Sartoro 29:00

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat interviews Andy Fine, founder of Sartoro, an all-online custom suit brand. Andy shares his unique entrepreneurial journey, moving from finance to e-commerce, and the pivotal decision to establish manufacturing in Vietnam. He discusses the evolution of his business from an initial proof-of-concept bra…

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Episode 391 - Chris Hamilton 1:49:58

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Chris Hamilton is a finance expert with 15 years of experience, on a mission to expose how the healthcare system is stealing from the middle class. Chris uncovered a harsh reality: insurance brokers and companies have zero incentive to lower your costs. Brokers even make commissions on rising premiums, sometimes earning bonuses for keeping prices h…

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Full Auto Friday - 6/13/2025 50:52

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, answering only the most demanding questions facing our society. I'm not sure they were actually that serious, but it sounds good. I did actually cover: -Failure, starting over, and dealing with the potential hit to your pride. -How to help a loved one who may not want it -How to give feedback to a school b…

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Foiled Firebombing of U.S. Embassy Branch: Terrorism or Lone Actor? 14:27

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On today's episode, Andy and Sarah Adams examine the case of Joseph Neumayer, a dual U.S.-German citizen arrested after allegedly attempting to firebomb the former U.S. Embassy site in Tel Aviv. Following his deportation by Israeli authorities, Neumayer was taken into custody at JFK Airport and now faces federal charges. Officials say he carried Mo…

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The U.S., China, Taiwan, and the Coming Collapse of Global Stability (with Peter Zeihan) 1:10:18

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On today’s episode, Andy sits down with geopolitical strategist and author Peter Zeihan, founder of Zeihan on Geopolitics. They discuss Taiwan’s role in the global semiconductor supply chain and its relationship with China. The conversation covers the challenges the U.S. faces in reshoring manufacturing, China’s demographic trends, and the potentia…

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S2 EP21: Scaling an Apparel Brand Through Live Shopping + Inclusivity with Tori Wells from Feline Apparel 30:08

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat interviews Tori Wells, founder of Feline Apparel, a women's luxury athleisure brand. Tori shares her journey starting in the business in 2018, inspired by her fashion background and the need for inclusive, stylish activewear. She discusses key business strategies such as live shopping on TikTok, limi…

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Episode 390 - Jim Prabhu 2:17:45

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Jim is a Fire Captain for the LA City Fire Department and has been a firefighter for 25 years. During the Palisades Fire, Captain Prabhu played a crucial role in the initial response, working 36 hours straight before receiving any rest. He remained on-site with his crew for three consecutive days, navigating what he described as one of the most int…

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U.S./Canada Border Sees Spike in Suspected Terrorist Activity 16:57

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On today’s episode of Focal Point, Andy is joined by Sarah Adams—a former CIA targeting officer and co-author of Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy. They unpack a new threat landscape as suspected terrorist encounters drop at the southern border but spike at the U.S.-Canada line. With over 140 arrests at northern ports of entry this year, they examine what’s…

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Full Auto Friday - 6/6/2025 58:58

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, answering only the most demanding questions facing our society. I'm not sure they were actually that serious, but it sounds good. I did actually cover: -The difference between "Hearing" and "Listening" -Why don't Successful people complain on the internet? -Is our Government taking homegrown terrorist thre…

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Cattle Mutilations, the Pentagon, UFOs & Billionaires: The Skinwalker Ranch Mystery 51:52

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On today’s episode, Andy sits down with Brandon Fugal, chairman of Colliers International in Utah and owner of Skinwalker Ranch. They discuss his transition from real estate to leading scientific investigations at the ranch, the site's unusual history, its former owner Robert Bigelow, and the ongoing research into unexplained phenomena. The convers…

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S2 EP20: An Approachable Way to A/B Test Everything with Nathan Yun from Paire 36:39

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat interviews Nathan Yun, co-founder and CEO of Paire, an Australian basics clothing brand. Nathan shares how Paire uses fabric technology to create functional, comfortable, and sustainable products. He discusses the brand's early growth hacking strategies, including AB testing and unique PR approaches,…

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Episode 389 - Anthony Rivera 1:57:42

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Anthony Rivera is the CEO and Founder of Vetavize Inc., a highly decorated former Navy SEAL renowned for his exceptional ability to tackle complex challenges. With over 11 years of service, including multiple combat deployments, he earned the prestigious designation of Master Training Specialist, establishing him as an expert in Navy medicine and h…

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Germany’s Terror Cover-Up: Al-Qaeda, Benghazi Ties, and the Next 9/11 Plot 18:22

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On today’s episode, Andy is joined by former CIA targeter Sarah Adams to break down the arrest of Libyan national Faraj al-Hamasi in Germany. Faraj wasn’t just a lone attacker—he was part of al-Qaeda’s next U.S. homeland plot. Sarah exposes how al-Qaeda is using ISIS as cover, why Germany is misidentifying him, and how this connects back to the Ben…

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Negligent Discharge Friday - 5/30/25 44:00

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-The new series continues! Michael and I sat down today and discussed a few topics through the lens of experience in different decades of life. For those of you familiar with the show you know that often on Friday I answer Q and A, today is no different, except that Michael is joining me to give his perspective from a younger generation: -Biden's C…

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How the War on Terror Created a New Generation of Enemies (with CIA Whistleblower John Kiriakou) 1:04:08

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On today’s episode, Andy sits down with former CIA officer John Kiriakou to discuss his path into the Agency, the unconventional recruitment process, and his firsthand experience with enhanced interrogation and rendition operations. Kiriakou shares the moral and ethical dilemmas he faced, what ultimately led him to speak out, and the personal conse…

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S2 EP19: Transitioning from Corporate to Starting a DTC Business with Ally Weiss from Grip Baby 35:53

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat interviews Ally Weiss, founder of Grip Baby, an innovative infant crawling support onesie. Ally discusses transitioning from her job at Google to entrepreneurship, covering financial challenges, the importance of IP, and customer feedback. She shares strategies for growing her Instagram following and…

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Episode 388 - Richard Ryan 1:46:36

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Richard Ryan is a software developer and media executive with more than twenty years of experience in the tech industry. He has generated billions of views and millions of followers across social media platforms, leveraging his deep understanding of algorithms and digital marketing. -As a co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company, he helped grow the…

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Full Auto Friday - 5/23/2025 49:35

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, answering only the most demanding questions facing our society. I'm not sure they were actually that serious, but it sounds good. I did actually cover: -Notoriety, the potential pros and cons -When it is time to push all your chips in and go for it -Who do I want my daughter to date -Finding the perfect fa…

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Behind the Shakeup: Rubio’s State Department Purge & the Amazon Tariff Fight 21:33

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On today’s episode, Andy and Bryan Callen discuss the State Department’s dramatic plan to cut 15% of its U.S. staff and shut down over 130 offices—a move Secretary of State Marco Rubio says is essential to modernize a bloated bureaucracy. But will this shakeup strengthen America’s diplomatic edge or leave it exposed on the global stage? Then, the g…

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Are We Heading Toward a Bigger War? U.S. Targets Yemen After Houthi Attacks 53:57

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In this episode of Change Agents, journalist Iona Craig shares her experience reporting from Yemen, one of the world’s most complex and dangerous conflict zones. With over a decade covering the Middle East, Iona offers firsthand insight into the origins and dynamics of the Houthi movement, the challenges of war reporting, and the impact of U.S. inv…

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S2 EP18: Corey Maynard on Licensing, Building BCKR, and Learning the Hard Way 44:56

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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat talks with Corey Maynard, CEO, and founder of BCKR, a startup focused on high-end performance fan apparel. Corey discusses his background, lessons learned from his years as CMO for large brands like YETI Coolers, the challenges of trademarking, navigating licensing deals with universities, and premiu…

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Episode 387 - Rich Diviney 2:31:58

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Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL Commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments, eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, he spearheaded the creation of a SEAL directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional d…

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Full Auto Friday - 5/16/25 51:28

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Traditional Q and A to round out the week, perhaps slightly heavier or darker topics than normal, but that is how it goes sometimes. Could an untrained man survive against a female UFC Fighter? Skydiving to Wingsuit BASE jumping progression. Can you help me convince my wife to allow me to purchase a motorcycle? How do you deal with the heartache of…

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Can Tulsi Gabbard Depoliticize U.S. Intelligence? 23:34

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On today’s episode, Andy and Bryan Callen discuss Tulsi Gabbard’s move as Director of National Intelligence to launch the Director’s Initiatives Group (DIG)—a new task force aimed at investigating the weaponization of intelligence, rooting out deep-seated politicization, and exposing unauthorized leaks. They dig into whether the DIG can depoliticiz…