The purpose of this podcast is to assist spiritual and business leaders in the cultivation of spiritual, emotional, and physical lifestyle habits that will ensure well being.
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Leadership stories told by the leaders who live them.
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Long Shot Leaders with Michael Stein
Michael Stein: Entrepreneur, actor, filmmaker, comedian & self help expert
Long Shot Leaders tell the stories and secrets of leaders, Innovators, entrepreneurs, and various high achievers. We interview people of all walks of life and explore their struggles, shortcomings, challenges, and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment. Hard-hitting and fast-moving, connecting people from all walks of life to learn about entrepreneurship, leadership, relationships, cruise ships, and any other kind of damn ship you can think of. We talk to leaders in culture, ...
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A podcast for leaders by leaders from business, military, athletics and academia with topics including human performance, leadership effectiveness, talent optimization and strategic execution.
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Serving effectively in a supporting role.
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In this episode of the Long Blue Leadership Podcast, Cadet First Class Andrew Cormier opens up about his inspiring journey from growing up in Massachusetts to becoming a squadron commander at the U.S. Air Force Academy. He reflects on the early influences that shaped his values, the value of community service and service before self, sharing the le…
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Unraveling history and myths, the battle for truth about Israel and Zionism with Laureen Lipsky.
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Laureen Lipsky is the CEO and Founder of Taking Back the Narrative, a Zionist education initiative. Her unique background includes a 20-year period of being anti-Israel, influenced by media and certain Jewish organizations using antisemitic language. In 2014, her views shifted after she was shocked by anti-Israel narratives on CNN during the first …
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From cybersecurity expert to pioneer in emotional intelligence and cybersecurity innovation, a top performer to true leader, Christian Espinosa.
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Christian Espinosa is a cybersecurity expert, bestselling author, and founder of Blue Goat Cyber. With a background in the U.S. Air Force, he combines his technical skills with emotional intelligence to offer human-centered cybersecurity solutions that help organizations stay protected. Early in his career, Christian focused on being "the smartest …
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A disaster preparedness expert shares his inspiring journey from lifeguard and EMT to leading a successful disaster preparedness company with innovative challenges like a record-breaking CPR marathon ...
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Patrick Hardy is a disaster preparedness expert from Mission Viejo, California, whose career began as a lifeguard and EMT. After witnessing the chaos of Hurricane Katrina, he became dedicated to emergency planning, even writing to Louisiana's governor, which led to a position with the state’s Homeland Security team. This experience highlighted the …
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Born without arms has transformed her life into an inspiring story of adaptability and strength from mastering daily tasks with her feet to piloting a custom-built plane she calls the “Impossible Airplane ...
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Jessica Cox, born without arms, has turned her life into a testament to adaptability, resilience, and the power of possibility. Growing up in Arizona, she faced unique challenges but developed remarkable strength and dexterity in her legs, allowing her to live independently and accomplish tasks typically done with hands. Despite physical obstacle…
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Dr. Ravi Chaudhary, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy Installations and Environment, is a leader who has taught his team to, "Eat no for breakfast." He lives by a value he learned from his mother at an early age: "If you do your full duty, the rest will take care of itself." SUMMARY In this edition of Long Blue Leadership, Dr. Chaudha…
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His life story, confronting the challenging topic of suicide and mental health and his struggles with identity and self-worth, exacerbated by injuries and the pressures of social media, leading to a suicide ...
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Pat Broe is a speaker and author who candidly shares his journey through the complexities of mental health, identity, and resilience. Growing up as a military child, Pat moved frequently across the United States, which shaped his understanding of family dynamics and personal struggles. His mother, a special education teacher, dedicated herself to s…
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A recruiter and coach as she shares her transformative journey through the pandemic that inspired her book Thriving After 40, Jolie Downs.
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Jolie Downs is a dynamic recruiter, coach, and author known for her compelling insights into personal growth and resilience. Her experiences during the pandemic inspired her to write Thriving After 40, a transformative book that explores universal principles for leading a fulfilling life. Originally focused on addressing ageism, Jolie shifted her p…
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He is the CrossFit champion shares his remarkable journey from a sports-loving childhood to becoming a successful gym owner and fitness entrepreneur, Jason Khalipa.
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Jason Khalipa is a renowned CrossFit champion, successful gym owner, and passionate fitness entrepreneur, hailing from San Jose, California. His athletic journey began in childhood, engaging in various sports, including BMX racing and football, before working at a gym as a teenager. After winning the CrossFit Games, Khalipa transitioned into the wo…
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His incredible journey from a rock musician to the founder of a successful full-service marketing agency, Barry Labov.
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Barry Labov is a former rock musician turned successful business owner and marketing expert. Originally from Philadelphia, Barry started his career producing jingles before transitioning into the business world following his father's passing. He founded a small jingle company that grew into a renowned full-service marketing agency, working with hig…
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Her authentic journey into the field of archaeology, reflecting on her beginnings in Philadelphia where a passion for history and fossils ignited at the young age of 12, Jodi Magness.
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Jodi Magness is a prominent archaeologist known for her extensive research in the Holy Land. Growing up in Philadelphia without a background in archaeology, Jodi discovered her passion for the field at the age of 12, inspired by a history teacher and her childhood interests in fossils and dinosaurs. After moving to Miami, she participated in a tran…
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A life journey beginning with his experience in foster care and eventual adoption into a white family and embraced "dark work" to foster personal growth and reconciliation, Anthony Truck.
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Anthony Trucks is a dynamic speaker, author, and personal development coach known for his remarkable journey from foster care to success. Abandoned at the age of three and moving between six homes before being adopted at 14, Anthony faced significant challenges, including feeling out of place as the only Black child in his adoptive family. Despite …
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Brian Campbell, Assistant Vice President for Athletics Development at the University of Miami, shares his journey from growing up in Columbus, Ohio, to becoming a leader in athletics fundraising, his experiences as a cadet at the Air Force Academy, the challenges he faced, and the resilience he developed. SUMMARY In this conversation, Brian Campbel…
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A South African adventurer, shares her extraordinary life living among wildlife, reflecting on her upbringing during apartheid and the financial struggles that fueled her drive for independence, Ann Wilson ...
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Ann Wilson is a South African who leads a unique lifestyle immersed in the wild, sharing her experiences through engaging videos. Her home features an eight-foot-high outdoor tub where giraffes and elephants occasionally come to drink, providing a glimpse into her extraordinary surroundings. As winter settles in, she humorously recounts the mischie…
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A multifaceted entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, stand-up comedian, and personal development expert and transforming his venture from zero to over $100 million, Michael Stein.
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Michael Stein is a dynamic entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, stand-up comedian, and personal development expert, currently serving as the CEO of Abadak. He began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 19 as the top nightclub promoter in Los Angeles, rapidly expanding his company from the ground up to achieve over $100 million in r…
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A talented Jewish writer from Long Island and Queens, recounts her inspiring journey to author her debut book "Hands of Gold", Roni Robbins.
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Roni Robbins is a Jewish writer originally from Long Island and Queens, whose journey led her to author her debut book, Hands of Gold. Growing up in a creatively gifted family—her father a blacksmith and her mother a silversmith—Roni initially pursued a career in music before discovering her passion for writing. She earned a scholarship to the Univ…
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Raised by a creative mother and a business-minded father in New Jersey he started out winning awards in film but soon pivoted to entrepreneurship, Jeremy Parker.
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Jeremy Parker is a dynamic entrepreneur whose career journey has been defined by creativity, adaptability, and a relentless drive to solve problems. Raised in Angola, New Jersey, by an artist mother and a business-savvy father, Jeremy initially pursued filmmaking, winning an award for a feature-length documentary at the Vale Film Festival. However,…
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Joshua 1:6 Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them.
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His transformative experiences that led him to abandon conventional success in favor of a calling rooted in authenticity and service, Kute Blackson.
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Kute Blackson is a transformative speaker, author, and personal development coach born in Ghana to a Ghanaian father and a Japanese mother. His unique multicultural background shaped his early life, leading to feelings of disconnection as he moved from Ghana to London and later to the United States. Influenced by his father, a prominent church lead…
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His entrepreneurial journey and his early passion for marketing into a thriving business, starting in high school by selling everything from tickets to cars and his skills as a Pizza Hut manager learning ...
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Alex Quin, a Miami native, transformed his early passion for marketing into a thriving entrepreneurial career. He began his journey in high school, engaging in digital marketing by selling various items, from tickets to cars. After graduating, he honed his leadership and business skills as a Pizza Hut manager, which paved the way for his future end…
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While a cadet at the Air Force Academy, Jason Kim ’99 experienced the “pedestal effect” and learned the importance of curiosity, compassion, trust and mutual respect. SUMMARY Jason Kim, a USFA class of '99 and CEO of Firefly Aerospace, discussed his leadership journey and experiences. He emphasized the importance of curiosity, compassion, and mutua…
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Her inspiring story of transformation from the eldest of eight in a Mormon family in Utah and her journey, which includes writing the bestselling book The Unspoken Truths for Career Success, Tessa White ...
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Tessa White is a career strategist, author, and influencer who founded "The Job Doctor" to help individuals navigate their professional paths. Raised as the eldest of eight in a Mormon family in Utah, Tessa faced cultural norms that discouraged women from pursuing careers. After divorcing and raising three children, she transitioned from being a se…
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A 13-year-old shares his passion for wildlife conservation and his journey from a curious child asking questions about animals to a budding conservationist with innovative ideas, Micah Siegle.
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Micah Siegel is a 13-year-old wildlife conservation enthusiast with a remarkable passion for animals and environmental issues. His journey began with a childhood curiosity about species like giraffes and lions, which evolved into a commitment to conservation after learning about the detrimental impact of rhino horn poaching. Inspired by innovativ…
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His journey from his humble beginnings in Lakeland, Florida, to the forefront of AI-driven business solutions, Chris Smith.
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Chris Smith, originally from Lakeland, Florida, is an accomplished entrepreneur and thought leader known for his innovative approach to business and technology. Raised in modest circumstances, Chris's early experiences in trailer parks and his parents' police work fueled his drive to succeed. He earned a sociology degree from Florida State Universi…
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Proverbs21:5: “Theplans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty. · God will bless your plans – but you must have some Ecclesiastes 3:1: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. · What is it “time” for in your life? Ecclesiastes 11:6 Sow your seed in the morning, and do not rest y…
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A conversation with 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh ’23, the first active duty military member to be crowned Miss America 2024, about her background, leadership experiences, transition to Harvard Kennedy School, and key lessons on empathetic leadership and following one's passions. SUMMARY Second Lieutenant Madison Marsh, the first active-duty military membe…
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His inspiring journey from his upbringing and family background to his impactful career with the NSA and military intelligence and his experiences with high-profile figures, John Miles.
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John Miles is a seasoned professional with a rich background in military and intelligence services. Raised with a curiosity for science and a family legacy of military service, John pursued his interests at the Naval Academy but had to pivot from his SEAL aspirations due to injuries. He then contributed to the NSA, where he played a pivotal role …
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A pioneering expert in fascia and body health and an ADHD entrepreneur with a rich background in both academia and early business ventures, shares her inspiring journey from Boulder, Colorado, to becoming ...
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Anna Rahe is a dynamic ADHD entrepreneur and leading expert in fascia and body health. Hailing from Boulder, Colorado, Anna grew up in a highly educated family with a background that spans from academia to real estate. Her early entrepreneurial ventures and health struggles, particularly those affecting her dancing career, led her to explore the in…
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Brig. Gen. Gavin Marks ’96 discusses the absolute importance of standards and integrity in leadership, and how a new, more rigorous approach at the Academy will build that in to cadets making them Day-1 leaders. SUMMARY Brigadier General Gavin P. Marks, Commandant of the Air Force Academy, shares his journey from being a young man in Atlanta, Georg…
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His transformative journey from a career in politics to becoming a leading broadcaster and coach and how his experiences shaped his current approach to reducing stress and leading effectively in business ...
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Ken Coleman is a dynamic broadcaster and coach who specializes in reducing stress and fostering effective leadership in the business environment. Raised in southeastern Virginia with a background in ministry and business, Ken's early career in politics—working on U.S. Senate campaigns and for the governor of Virginia—shaped his values and aspirat…
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They launched a small sock business that grew into a global success story fueled by their love for colorful socks and a mission to showcase the abilities of people with Down syndrome, John and Mark Cronin ...
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Mark and John Cronin, a father-son team, launched John's Crazy Socks in 2016 to combine John's love of colorful socks with their entrepreneurial drive. John, who has Down syndrome, struggled to find a job after school, so they created one together. Starting small on Shopify, their sock business quickly grew into a global success, now offering over …
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Perhaps best known for his accomplishments on the field, at its core, Coach Troy Calhoun's work is about building athletes in to leaders of character.----more---- SUMMARY In this conversation, Coach Troy Calhoun discusses his journey from childhood to becoming the head football coach of the Air Force Falcons. He talks about his upbringing in a fami…
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Founder of Forever Media and author of Change Your Circle, Change Your Life, shares his transformative journey from an 11-year career in hip-hop to becoming a leading branding expert and national keynote ...
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Jamar Jones is the founder of Forever Media, a leading media and branding agency specializing in personal branding for executives and entrepreneurs. Based in Richmond, Virginia, Jamar grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and attended four different high schools across three states during his formative years. With a background influenced by his father…
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Her inspiring episode as she shares her remarkable transformation from a five-year drug addiction to becoming a successful author and founder of the Whole 30 nutrition program, Melissa Urban.
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Melissa Urban is a bestselling author and the founder of the Whole 30 nutrition program, known for her transformative journey from an unhealthy lifestyle to becoming a leader in health and wellness. Born in New Hampshire and raised in a close-knit Portuguese Catholic family, Melissa struggled with a five-year drug addiction in her early 20s. After …
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A conversation with Sam Eckholm ’18 about his unique path and work to inspire the next generation of military leaders through social media and content creation.----more---- SUMMARY In this edition of Long Blue Leadership, host Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz ’99, is talking with Sam about his journey from the three times he landed on the “footpri…
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His multifaceted journey and career in psychology, relating his experiences to the upcoming Olympics and the practice of mindfulness and his career progression from academia to sports psychology, Pete ...
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Dr. Pete Economou is a distinguished psychologist with a diverse background and career, blending academia, clinical practice, and sports psychology. Growing up in New Jersey, Dr. Economou competed as a swimmer at the international level. His interest in psychology was sparked during college, where experiences in modeling and bartending led a friend…
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