Original Recording Date: 2026AUG28.

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Guest:

Sarah Jezek is a survivor advocate and technology founder working at the intersection of AI, digital safety, and systemic harm. Drawing on her experience navigating Canada’s criminal justice system, she co-founded The Survivor Collective, focused on prevention, survivor support, and systemic change.

Her work explores how emerging technologies are reshaping online sexual harms, survivor privacy, evidence, and accountability. She also builds survivor-centered technology, including First Step and survivorneeds.org, designed to close the gap between harm and support.

Topics:

• When Justice Becomes the Next Battle — Navigating a system that can leave survivors with more challenges than answers. We examine the gaps, the hard lessons learned through experience, and what it takes to turn those failures into real, sustainable solutions.
• What Does Accountability Really Mean? — Confronting the difficult question of offender management: rehabilitation, deterrence, punishment, and the role both civil and criminal processes can play from holding offenders accountable to preventing further harm.
• The Victim After the Crime — Shifting the focus from what happened to what happens next. How do we empower victims navigating the system today, while building stronger protections to stop others from becoming victims tomorrow?

References & Resources:

1. Sarah Jezek’s personal website: https://sarahjezek.ca/
2. Sarah’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sarahjezek
3. The Survivor Collective: http://www.thesurvivorcollective.org/
4. Survivor Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesurvivorcollective/
5. Survivor Collective on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/the-survivor-collective

Co-host Peter Forcelli

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Guests:

Michael Gier is an award-winning director & producer. In 2009 Michael started Gier Productions, LLC, a full-service global production company. Over the years he’s directed/produced hundreds of TV commercials, corporate videos, short films, feature films, and documentaries. Michael began production on The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11 in early 2022.

Peter Forcelli is a retired ATF Deputy Assistant Director and former N.Y.P.D. homicide detective. Also, Peter is a survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, and the lung cancer that he later developed because of his work in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. He is a recurring guest speaker at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

Topics:

• As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11, award winning Director and Producer Michael Gier is here to discuss his new film, “The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph”, narrated by Gary Sinise. The film has already won several awards and is now available on several platforms including Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Google TV.

References & Resources:

1. Website for “The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph”, narrated by Gary Sinise: https://heroismandresiliency.com/
2. Michael Gier’s website and social media links: https://www.michaelgier.com/
3. Gier Productions website and social media links: https://www.gierproductions.com/
4. Peter Forcelli’s website and social media: https://www.peterjforcelli.com/
5. The Deadly Path by Peter Forcelli on Amazon: https://a.co/d/03GaH8Qc

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Guest:

Rob Havice is director of K-9 at the SoRite Company. Based in Medford, Oregon, he is a retired law enforcement professional with more than 32 years of experience. He served as a K-9 handler for 25 years and as a SWAT operator, working with six patrol and detection dogs during his career. Havice also served as a Homeland Security Investigations task force officer assigned as a K-9 handler to a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area team. He is a master K-9 trainer through the Oregon Police Canine Association, where he served as detection chairman for 13 years, and currently serves as president of the International Police Canine Association.

Topics:

• The Role of K-9 in Investigations – K-9s are an invaluable tool in the fight against illicit drugs, but their work exposes them to dangers that can be invisible, unpredictable, and deadly.
• SoRite DECON Protocol – A groundbreaking innovation providing a global solution to an urgent threat, helping save lives—both canine and human.
• Education for Police and the Public – The illicit drug crisis reaches far beyond law enforcement. Awareness, preparation, and partnerships like SoRite are critical to protecting those on the front lines and the communities they serve.

References & Resources:

1. SoRite, LLC Public Safety website and social media: https://sorite.com/pages/public-safety
2. K9 SoRite DECON Protocol: https://sorite.com/pages/k9
3. Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-havice-160b637/ 

Co-host John Simpson

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Guest:

Markus Anton Weber is a 30-year Canadian military and special operations leader. He now serves as President and CEO of 242 Group Inc., and as faculty of both the United States Joint Special Operations University and NATO Special Operations University. Markus is the author of A CALL TO WARRIORS which translates the disciplined and strategic mindset of special operations into practical principles for personal development, leadership, and resilience.

Topics:

• A Call to Warriors – Lessons forged through experience and service can become shared knowledge that benefits both those who serve and civilians alike.
• Warrior: A Mindset, Not Simply a Function – Being a warrior is more than a role—it’s how you carry yourself, lead, and face each day. The impact of that mindset may reach further than you realize.
• Action Oriented: From Leadership to Followership – Never stop learning; humility is strength, and no one has all the answers. Know when to lead, when to follow, and strive to be better for yourself and those around you.

References & Resources:

1. A Call to Warriors on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01UHItHV
2. Markus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-a-weber/
3. 242 Group Inc. website: https://242-group.com/
4. Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59 
5. John Simpson’s books are available below!

Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

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https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship

Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

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https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Snipers Notebook

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Guest:

Rob Farrer – President of the National Police Federation.

Topics:

• Reducing Member Suicides — Looking beyond the conventional conversation and exploring a different perspective on one of the most difficult and deeply troubling challenges facing our members.
• Protecting Those Who Protect Us — As violence against police escalates and serious injuries and deaths continue to make headlines, we examine what stronger protections should look like.
• Holding Serious Offenders Accountable — When serious criminal cases are dismissed, deferred, or otherwise fail to reach meaningful consequences, public confidence in the justice system suffers. We examine where the system is breaking down and what needs to change.

References & Resources:

1. National Police Federation website and social media: https://npf-fpn.com/
2. Priority Air podcast on YouTube and all podcast platforms: https://www.youtube.com/@PriorityAirpodcast
3. Rob Farrer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob.farrer.cop/ 

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Guest:

Samantha Radocchia is an anthropologist, futurist, and best-selling author. As co-founder of Illicit Shadows LLC, she explores the hidden networks and emerging threats shaping the global criminal underworld. Check out her new series on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@IllicitShadowsDoc

Topics:

• Anthropology & A New Perspective on Complex Problems – The fight against organized crime won't be won by governments or law enforcement alone. Through the lens of anthropology, we explore why culture, education, and society itself may be the most powerful weapons in a war that touches us all.
• Illuminating the Illicit Shadows – Some worlds are built to remain hidden. Discover how Illicit Shadows pulls back the curtain on the criminal underworld, exposing its inner workings through storytelling that informs, connects, and shines light into the darkness.
• The Dark Side of Innovation – Criminals are often the first to exploit new technology because they operate without rules. As AI reshapes the future, vigilance and awareness become your strongest defense.

References & Resources:

1. Illicit Shadows website: https://illicitshadows.com/ 
2. Illicit Shadows on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@IllicitShadowsDoc
3. Sam Rad website and social links: https://sam-rad.com/
4. Sam Rad on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@samradofficial 
5. International Coalition Against Illicit Economies: https://icaie.com/ 

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Guest:

Adam Davis - is a husband, father, former law enforcement officer, a proud American, multi-time bestselling author and dynamic professional speaker. Also, he is the host of The Adam Davis Show on YouTube.

Topics:

• A Student of Pain – Childhood trauma didn’t stay buried. We explore the hidden wounds, the masks people wear, and the breaking point where things can no longer be contained.
• Life Beyond the Badge – A journey from policing into the unknown, where certainty is replaced by risk, purpose, and the relentless pursuit of a new mission. It's a story of resilience and meaningful connections.
• Purpose Through Adversity – The darkest experiences can become the foundation for helping others. We discuss meeting people where they are and why authentic stories have the power to change lives.

References & Resources:

1. Adam Davis website: https://theadamdavis.com/
2. Adam Davis books: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Adam-Davis/author/B075X1YY4W
3. The Adam Davis Show on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@officialadamdavis

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Guest:

Roberto Ortiz – a former Police Commander from Chihuahua, Mexico, who now serves as an Intelligence Coordinator with the State Attorney General’s Office. Beyond his distinguished career in public service, Roberto is also an Under Armour Latin America Ambassador and a highly sought-after public speaker, recognized for his expertise, leadership, and commitment to inspiring others.

Topics:

• Inside the World of Mexican Law Enforcement — A profession in a place where every shift carries the weight of life and death, and the dangers go far beyond what most people could imagine.
• The Call That Changed Everything — From learning that close friends had been murdered to surviving a devastating attack that left him fighting for his life, waking from a coma to discover nothing would ever be the same.
• The Long Road Back — Facing permanent physical injuries, unimaginable loss, and the relentless battle to rebuild a life, one day at a time, with family as his greatest source of strength.

References & Resources:

1. Roberto Ortiz on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revixi1
2. Roberto on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertoortiz.oficial

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Guest:

David Leis – President and CEO at the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. Host of Leaders on the Frontier podcast.

Topics:

• The Public Policy Effect – A double-edged blade, and its impact depends on who wields it. As divisions deepen, we ask what it will take to restore unity, strength, and a shared national purpose.
• On the Frontier – Truth grows harder to find in a world shaped by competing narratives. We examine the issues affecting Canadians, Canada, and beyond with impartiality, skepticism, and critical thought.
• Culture and Media Have a Say – The voices that shape our culture often shape our reality. Who is guiding the conversation, what drives their influence, and where can meaningful solutions already be found?

References & Resources:

1. Frontier Centre for Public Policy website and social links: https://frontiercentre.org/
2. David Leis on X: https://x.com/LeadersFrontier
3. Leaders on the Frontier podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeadersontheFrontier

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Guest:

Retired Master Chief William "Billy" Clark – served over two decades in the U.S. Navy, with combat deployments supporting Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He held leadership roles including Command Master Chief of Strike Fighter Squadron 105 and led USSOCOM's Northeast Wounded Care Program. A recipient of the Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars with Combat "V," and numerous other military awards, he holds bachelor's and master's degrees in national security and communications. Today, Bill serves as Director of an intelligence and investigative cell in the tech sector.

Topics:

• Forged in Fire – The hardships, resilience, and life-or-death choices that shaped Bill Clark into the leader and warrior he became.
• The Bond Between Man and His Hound – Bill shares the extraordinary bond between military working dog handlers and their canine partners—a connection forged in trust, loyalty, and sacrifice.
• Into the Fire – Bill recounts the December 4, 2007, battle that nearly claimed the life of his working dog, Aks, and the fight that followed for survival, recognition, and the honor owed to those who served.

References & Resources:

1. Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamclark1021
2. Hunter Seven Foundation website: https://hunterseven.org/
3. We Fight Monsters: https://wefightmonsters.org/ 

Co-host John Simpson.

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Guest:

Ben Milligan – served as a U.S. Navy SEAL from 2001 to 2009, earning the Bronze Star and several other awards. He is now a Chicago-based writer and historian, known for By Water Beneath the Walls: The Rise of the Navy SEALs, and a sought-after speaker on leadership and U.S. military history, presenting to audiences from elite military units to Yale students.

Topics:

In the lead-up to America’s 250th birthday, we take an in-depth look at the process of writing big history—from years of research to bringing it to print. We explore the larger-than-life figures of SEAL history and the often-overlooked role the broader U.S. military played in shaping its origins.

References & Resources:

1. Ben’s website: https://www.benhmilligan.com/
2. Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben.h.milligan
3. Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-milligan-a1162464
4. Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59
5. John Simpson’s books are available below!

Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship

Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Snipers Notebook

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Guest:

Adam Swart – is the founder of Crowds on Demand and a recognized expert in public mobilization. With more than a decade of experience, he provides unique insight into how protests are funded, organized, and used to influence politics and media.

Topics:

• Context Matters — Why environment, timing, and perception can be more powerful than words alone.
• The Power of Advocacy — Finding the people who hold influence, understanding their motivations, and learning how to move them to action.
• The Inside Workings of Crowds for Hire — The tactics, players, and business behind organizing lawful movements at scale.

References & Resources:

1. Crowds on Demand website and social media: https://crowdsondemand.com/
2. Adam on X: https://x.com/ceoadamswart
3. Transparency in Political Demonstrations Act news article: https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/ceo-congress-law-who-pays-protesters/

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Guest:

Ralph DeFalco - is a retired U.S. Navy Captain, former Pentagon intelligence professional, and distinguished graduate and faculty member of the U.S. Naval War College whose career has spanned five decades and five continents. Now a historian, writer, and national security expert, he is the author of The Counterfeit (released in April), a near-future novel imagining a Pacific war in which China defeats and bankrupts the United States.

Topics:

• Inside the Author’s Mind – A journey into the forces, obsessions, and experiences that shape a writer’s vision, and the truths hidden beneath the page.
• Where Fiction Meets Reality – Exploring how imagined worlds reflect tough realities, revealing deeper narratives that blur the line between what is and what could be.
• Warnings from the Future – Examining the real-world threats of today and following their darkest trajectories into tomorrow, where unchecked choices can reshape nations, societies, and lives.

References & Resources:

1. The Counterfeit: A Novel on Amazon: https://a.co/d/08HkeWdM
2. Ralph at the Law & Liberty online magazine: https://lawliberty.org/author/ralph-l-defalco-iii/
3. The Counterfeit on bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-counterfeit/0fce8c4d1d587850?ean=9781935448563&next=t 

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Guest:

Richard ‘Rich’ Oakley – Retired law enforcement including 23 years with the Drug Enforcement Administration. Rich is a contributor to the book Wounds to Wisdom which talks about real experiences, trauma, and recovery.

Topics:

• Policing in a Different Era — Undercover identities, unwritten rules, and high-risk operations in a time when officers often worked without a safety net.
• Surviving the Streets — The drinking, the denial, and the coping mechanisms that flourished in the shadows of police work.
• The Cost of the Badge — How years of loss, danger, and sacrifice ripple through mental health, friendships, and family life—and the road back from the brink.

References & Resources:

1. Find Rich’s work and social content on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigbear43 
2. Contact Rich at: leohelpingothers@gmail.com 

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Guest:

Brian Sauve – President and CEO of the National Police Federation.

Topics:

• A Legacy of Persistence – Reflecting on achievements, setbacks, and hard-fought victories, the real story is one of resilience and the determination to keep moving forward.
• Working the System from the Inside – Navigating all levels of government, where strong relationships and steadiness can turn uphill battles into meaningful progress.
• Owning the Narrative – How identity, reputation, and public messaging shape perceptions, influence outcomes, and strengthen support for Canadians and their protectors.
• The Road Ahead – Sharing experience with a new board while carrying institutional knowledge forward.

References & Resources:

1. Find Brian Sauve on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/brian-sauv%C3%A9-b5370586
2. National Police Federation website: https://npf-fpn.com/
3. Find the NPF on:
   • X: https://twitter.com/npffpn
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalpolicefederation/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalpolicefederation/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npf_fpn/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0QxNjeMspVgEiplTklCObw 

Co-host John Simpson

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Guest:

Dr. John G. Peters - President and Chief Learning Officer of the Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. A former administrator, police officer, and deputy sheriff, Dr. Peters is author of more than 300 publications and is a judicially qualified expert witness.

Topics:

• Qualified Immunity — A look at the evolving battle between “moment of threat” doctrine and “totality of the circumstances” analysis.
• Artificial Intelligence Deep Dive — How AI is rapidly reshaping law enforcement through tools, tactics, and fighting crime.
• The Human Element — Even in an AI-driven world, human judgment remains the final safeguard.

References & Resources:

1. Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. website: https://www.ipicd.com/ 
2. IPICD Online Training Center: https://ipicdtc.com/ 
3. Find IPICD on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-the-prevention-of-in-custody-deaths-inc. 
4. Find Dr. Peters on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-peters-ph-d-7a22a85 
5. Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59 
6. John Simpson’s books are available below!

Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship

Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Snipers Notebook

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Simpsonian Institute

2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141

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Guests:

April Sponsel - Mentorship Director with Legal Services for Crime Victims in Arizona. Also, instructor and CEO of Legion Lex.

Doug McBride - Author and retired Sergeant from the Phoenix Police Department.

Topics:

• Ashes of Phoenix — Riots, politics, violence, and public perception collide in a more nuanced look at a revisit to a prior podcast.
• Credibility Forged Under Pressure — The legal, operational, and personal realities behind impossible decisions.
• Choosing the Target — The intelligence, pressure, and consequences behind every calculated move.
• The Paper Trail Never Lies — Timelines, statements, and the details that mattered most.

References & Resources:

1. More to this story on the website PoliticallyCharged.com: www.politicallycharged.com 
2. Find April on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilsponsel/ 

Co-host John Simpson

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Guest:

Derrick Bartlett – Founder and Director of Snipercraft Inc., President of the American Sniper Association, and creator of Tactical Vision, an advanced observation-skills course designed to enhance officer safety.

Topics:

• SniperWeek – Updates from their latest event. SniperWeek is an intense, job-driven blend of range training and competition, recognized as the largest and longest-running police sniper training event of its kind in the world.
• New Directions, Odd Habits, and What’s Trending – Tools that sharpen the edge when they’re respected and practiced.
• Comparing military to law enforcement – Two worlds people think they understand because of movies and headlines.

References & Resources:

1. Snipercraft Inc. & Tactical Vision website: http://www.snipercraft.org/
2. American Sniper Association website: http://www.americansniper.org/index.htm
3. ASA Police Sniper Utilization Survey: http://www.americansniper.org/survey.htm
4. John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59/

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Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

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Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

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https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Snipers Notebook

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Simpsonian Institute

2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141

Kennesaw, GA 30144

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Guest:

Jayden Posen – A survivor and advocate whose life was shaped as young as 14, by repeated experiences of sexual violence, exploitation and attempted trafficking. After years of being silenced, she now speaks publicly, exposing the reality of what many others quietly experience.

Topics:

• Monsters in Plain Sight – Sexual violence and manipulation are not confined to stereotypes. Anyone can be a predator. Anyone can be a target.
• The Signs You Missed – These acts often unfold openly, hidden behind trust, status, and everyday interactions.
• Echoes of Trauma – The fear lingers long after the moment passes. Hear the weight carried in their voices and stories. Any of this echo events from your life?

References & Resources:

1. Jayden Posen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaydenposen/

Co-host John Simpson

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Guests:

Dr. Chase Spears – a former U.S. Army public affairs officer with over 20 years of service and a tour in Afghanistan. Dr. Spears is now a writer, public intellectual, and host of the Finding Your Spine podcast at the Herzog Foundation.

Topics:

• Inside the Machine – A rare view from deep within one of the world’s largest and most powerful institutions: the U.S. Army.
• Taking the Hit – Standing firm in an era of pressure, censorship, and calculated silence.
• Finding a Spine – Leadership, conviction, and principled decision-making when the cost is real.

References & Resources:

1. Finding Your Spine Podcast is on all podcast platforms: https://chasespears.com/finding-your-spine-podcast/
2. Dr. Spears website: https://chasespears.com/
   • LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/drchasespears
   • X: http://www.twitter.com/drchasespears
   • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drchasespears
   • Substack: https://chasespears.substack.com/
3. John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59/
4. John Simpson’s books are available below!

Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship

Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X

https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Snipers Notebook

Send check or money order for $30.00* to:

Simpsonian Institute

2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141

Kennesaw, GA 30144

For more information, contact the author at: the-institute@live.com

* This pricing includes shipping within the United States. GA residents add 4% sales tax. Copy of police or military ID required for purchase. Orders will not be processed without a copy of your credentials. Add $10.00 for a Supplementary CD-ROM that expands on the book. International sales please contact for shipping prices.

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Guests:

Charles Noonan – Retired DEA operational and hazardous site supervisor. Worked undercover operations across Mexico, USA, Europe, and South America. Now Director of Training, Narcotics, with The SoRite Company.

Topics:

• Illicit Drug Production - Disruption shockwaves change the game for everyone, criminals and cops alike.
• Going on the Attack - From back alleys to foreign soil, the fight doesn’t stop at borders.
• Interconnected Web - Public understanding, political will, coordinated action.

References & Resources:

1. Charles Noonan at SoRite Company: https://sorite.com/pages/about-us
2. Charles on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-noonan-42525842/
3. Charles' email: train_2_win@live.com
4. SoRite website: https://sorite.com/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-sorite-company/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soriteworks/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SoriteWorks/61579015162157/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoRiteWorks

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Guests:

Michael Janz – Councillor at the City of Edmonton. Formerly a Trustee for the Edmonton Public School Board, and served as EPSB Board Chair, Vice-Chair and Vice President of the Alberta School Boards Association.

Topics:

• The Realities of Security & Influence in Politics – What lingers beneath and the weaknesses in understanding threats.
• The Slow Erosion of Trust Across Institutions – How to put this back together with community and shared purpose.
• Technology in Modern Policing – Privacy, reality, and getting to where we need to be.
• Public Safety Challenges Throughout Major Cities – Not isolated, but interconnected.

References & Resources:

1. Councillor Janz’s website and social media links: https://www.michaeljanz.ca/

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Guests:

Justine Hopkins – Co-founder with The Survivor Collective and Project Medusa. Justine is a journalist, writer, and advocate focused on human trafficking, with particular attention to emerging and lesser-known tactics in nightlife, digital spaces, and encrypted platforms. She works to translate complex threats into practical, actionable knowledge for communities and decision-makers.

Topics:

• Descent into the Underworld – Justine’s entry point into the hidden machinery of human trafficking, where illusion and control blur into survival.
• Rebranded Exploitation – How dating coaches, social media, and sexual tourism disguise and normalize coercion, repackaging harm as lifestyle.
• The Algorithm of Control – AI as a force multiplier: precision targeting, reality distortion, and the silent expansion of coercive power in digital shadows.
• Crime Is an Equal Opportunity Employer – a system where both men and women participate. There is no single face of guilt.

References & Resources:

1. Survivor Collective website: https://thesurvivorcollective.org/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesurvivorcollective/
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/the-survivor-collective
2. Project Medusa website: https://projectmedusa.org/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team.project.medusa/
3. Justine Hopkins:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinehopkins__/
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/justine-hopkins-72a0b53b0

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Guests:

Mike Elliott – Councillor with the City of Edmonton, Retired Staff Sergeant with the Edmonton Police Service, and former pilot and officer with the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Topics:

• The Deciding Factors — A move from police to politics: what this has meant, and what it might lead to.
• Balancing Roles / Choosing a Lane – Are you the police guy? Identity, advice, and relationships old and new.
• Security for Council — From education to physical safety and the realities of foreign interference.

References & Resources:

1. Councillor Elliott’s website: https://www.mikeelliott.ca/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeelliottyeg/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Mike-Elliott/61579652390562/
   • X: https://x.com/AFPAElliott

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Guests:

Qiuana Williams - Director for the documentary and her son, Shawn Reynolds, was a victim of gun violence.

Cornelius Wills - Cornelius, an inactive member of the Bounty Hunter Bloods, who shares his journey from gang violence to becoming a community advocate.

Tim Pearce - Tim is a former LAPD gang officer who dedicated his career to patrolling high-risk areas such as Watts.

Topics:

• The Story Behind the Story — How individual lives ripple outward, leaving marks on families, neighborhoods, and entire communities.
• Impact Beyond Borders — When the story can’t be contained, echoing across cities, countries, and shared human experience.
• Colliding Narratives — Black and white. Law and lawless. Cop and criminal.
• Truth vs. Portrayal — The uncomfortable reality: what we’ve been shown isn’t the full picture. The real story lives in the spaces that movies and media rarely capture.

References & Resources:

1. The WATTS documentary website: https://nothingtoseeheremovie.com/ 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingtoseehere_watts 
2. Tim's links:
   • Accuracy Under Fire (A.U.Fire) website: https://www.aufire.com/ 
   • Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timpearceaufire/ 
3. Qiuana's links:
   • Sanctum (non-profit) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanctum_impact/ 
   • Qiuana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qiuana-williams-3056711a/ 
4. Cornelius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wah_one_ooo/ 

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Guest:

Kevin Cohen – CEO and co-founder of RealEye.ai. Head of Cyber Intelligence at Trident Group America. Regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, The American Spectator, and a variety of other media sources.

Topics:

• Demography as Destiny - shifting populations, mass migration, and the quiet reshaping of national security from within.
• The Asylum Game - where loopholes become pathways: student visas, paper marriages, and manufactured claims hiding in the open.
• Wolves Among Sheep - the erosion of vetting in a borderless world. No records. No history. No problem. Come on down!
• Radicalization at Home – not imported but cultivated. A slow burn beneath the surface.
• Soft Signals - AI as the edge: enhancing instinct and accelerating awareness.

References & Resources:

1. Kevin’s bio, articles, and further links: https://en.everybodywiki.com/Kevin_Cohen
2. Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-cohen-a77b041b1/
3. RealEye.ai: https://realeye.ai/
4. Trident Group America: https://gotridentgroup.com/

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Guest:

Cassandra Harvey - J.D. Applicant and Victim’s Advocate at Diamond and Diamond Lawyers LLP, with lived experience in sex trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

Topics:

• The Unvarnished Origin Story - A descent and survival: substance abuse, foster care, the slow pull into human trafficking, and the grip of domestic violence.
• Distorted Love - How trauma rewires intimacy. When survival teaches you to confuse control with care, and pain with connection.
• Ownership of the Narrative - In survivorship, who gets to tell a survivor’s story, how it’s told, and who profits from it.
• Where She Stands Now - Parenthood, advocacy, law, and reclaiming power.

References & Resources:

1. Find Cassandra’s work, social content and contact on her website: https://www.cassandraharvey.org/ 

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Guest:

Deborah Green - retired California Army National Guard, Military Police Officer, and dispatcher with the Sacramento Police Department and the El Dorado County Sheriff's Department. She retired in 2021 with PTSD/cPTSD diagnoses and now advocates for improved mental health support for first responders.

Topics:

• The Unseen Lifeline - Voices in the dark guiding chaos in real time.
• Relentless Call Volume - Hyper-vigilance without pauses. Emotional whiplash from tragedy to trivial complaints and back again.
• The Quiet Toll - Coping in the shadows, where unhealthy habits take root and silence feels safer than help.
• When “Holding It Together” Goes Too Far - Breaking points, diagnoses, and the cost of pretending you’re fine.
• Where We Stand Now - Scars acknowledged, hard truths confronted, and a path forward through the noise.

References & Resources:

1. Find all of Deb's social media through Linktree: https://linktr.ee/d911green 

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Guest:

April Sponsel - Mentorship Director with Legal Services for Crime Victims in Arizona. Also, instructor and CEO of Legion Lex

Doug McBride - Author and retired Sergeant from the Phoenix Police Department

Topics:

• Violent Times - Phoenix, Arizona. Summer 2020. A city gripped by riots, unrest, and a rising tide of violence.
• The Participants - Not chaos alone. Educated, coordinated actors moving with purpose and intent.
• Unlike Anything Seen Before - Attacks on law enforcement unfolding not only in the streets, but inside the political arena.
• In the Crosshairs - A prosecutor and a police Sergeant find themselves carrying the blame that wasn't theirs to begin with and that others escaped.
• The Fallout - Years later, the consequences still echo. Where the dust has settled and where it hasn’t.

References & Resources:

1. More to this story with April and Doug at Politically Charged website: www.politicallycharged.com 
2. Legion Lex Institute: https://www.legionlex.org/home
   • Legion Lex Institute on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legion-lex-institute
3. Find April on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilsponsel/

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Guest:

Shauna “Doc” Springer – Harvard graduate and trusted “Doc” to U.S. military warfighters and first responders. Best-selling author and one of the world’s leading experts on psychological trauma, military transition, suicide prevention, and close relationships. Her new book, FALL OUT: Ten Common Beliefs that Kill Our Bravest and the Truths that Can Save Them, is available for purchase now: https://a.co/d/01Xqh4e4

Topics:

• Mental Warfare in Plain Sight - challenging the comfortable narratives and confronting the quiet battles too many carry alone.
• The Illusion of Awareness - when campaigns, statistics, and carefully chosen language begin to feel more like optics than solutions.
• Beyond “Resilience” - exploring elasticity: the ability to stretch, bend, and return without breaking.
• Strength of the Tribe - the power of shared hardship, belonging, and the bonds that form in difficult places.
• Symbols and Brotherhood - the meaning behind rituals, camaraderie, and why critics often misunderstand what they represent.
• Pain and Perception - when neurological distortion reshapes reality, and the world begins to look different through the weight of suffering.

References & Resources:

1. FALL OUT: Ten Common Beliefs that Kill Our Bravest and the Truths that Can Save Them, available on Amazon USA and Canada: https://a.co/d/01Xqh4e4 
2. Thin Line Advisory: https://thinlineadvisory.com/
3. Shauna’s website: https://drshaunaspringer.com/
4. Stella Mental Health: https://stellamentalhealth.com/
5. Shauna on:
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSMHP1l4DQ8wR1TmliaFKGg
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/docshaunaspringer
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docshaunaspringer/ 

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Guest:

Brian Sauve – President and CEO of the National Police Federation.

Topics:

- Behind the Scenes of the Legislative Process - How bills move through Parliament and the necessary cooperation in the process.

- Bill C-12 / Bill C-2 — Border & Public Safety - Reform… or optics? Frameworks without funding and promises without people, tech, or training, don’t get things done.

- Hard Truths for Adults - Treating the public like adults and real talk on the issues they face.

- Intimate Partner Violence - A fractured national response and the harm it does to victims (past, present, and future).

- The Federal Gun Buyback - Policy vs. operational reality. Where enforcement actually stands.

References & Resources:

1. National Police Federation: https://npf-fpn.com/ 
2. Find Brian Sauve on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/brian-sauv%C3%A9-b5370586
3. Find the NPF on:
   • X: https://twitter.com/npffpn
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalpolicefederation/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalpolicefederation/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npf_fpn/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0QxNjeMspVgEiplTklCObw 

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Guest:

Callie Love – Founder of Phoenix Arise Foundation and owner of Callie Puffs and Whispers On Canvas.

Topics:

• Foundation Update The volume of work alone tells a story most people don’t want to face.
• Politics vs. Progress Working toward real movement in the fight against human trafficking. We examine what’s actually changing and what isn’t.
• The Weight of Survivor Stories More voices. More disclosures. More trauma surfacing. Overwhelming odds.
• When Advocacy Becomes Industry At what point does awareness turn into profit? And how does exploitation evolve under the banner of “help”?
• What Comes Next What real accountability, protection, and prevention should look like.

References & Resources:

1. Phoenix Arise Foundation: https://phoenixarisefoundation.com/
2. Find Phoenix Arise Foundation on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/phoenix-arise-foundation 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoenix_arise_foundation_
3. Find Callie on:
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/callie-love-04634118b
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callie__love__333

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Guest: Blake Bernard - Chief Operating Officer and general counsel with SoRite, LLC.

Topics:

• Inside the System: How the Environmental Protection Agency classifies the products we trust and what lurks between the lines.

• The Cost of a Label: Why truth in labelling matters, especially when handling dangerous chemicals and illicit substances.

• Trust in the Trenches: From households to front-line responders, how honesty and transparency shape the bond between users and the products they rely on.

REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

1. SoRite website:  https://sorite.com/pages/law-enforcement
2. Find Blake on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-bernard-24a56b2a/
3. Find SoRite on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-sorite-company/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soriteworks/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SoriteWorks/61579015162157/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoRiteWorks 

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TOPICS:

Guest: Matt Robertson (The Everyday Marksman) – Matt is the primary author and owner of The Everyday Marksman. He's a former military officer turned professional tech sector trainer. He's a lifelong learner, passionate outdoorsman, and steadfast supporter of firearms culture.

Co-host John Simpson was unable to make the recording, however links to his writings and social media are below.

Topics:

• From Uniform to Identity The transition from military service to building The Everyday Marksman. Who you are when the structure is gone.
• Inside the Forge The writing and podcasting process: where ideas are tested, messages sharpened, and inspiration is earned.
• Lessons That Travel Principles shaped across time, terrain, and pressure, and how they translate when the environment changes but the stakes remain.
• Development Without Applause An honest conversation about building yourself and carrying the responsibility of developing others.
• Curiosity as Discipline Relentlessly pursuing the “why.” Challenging assumptions. Refining belief. And passing hard-earned insight to the next generation.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. The Everyday Marksman website: https://www.everydaymarksman.co/
2. Find Matt on:
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_iHp7X3N-7z2GkiDePwGYQ
   • X: https://twitter.com/EvrydayMarksman
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaymarksman/
   • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/48wSjGa5uAwRPgETaxwYEW
   • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-marksman-radio/id1469361637
3. Find John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59.

Purchase co-host John Simpson’s books below:

1. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://a.co/d/1TcY1JG
   • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
2. Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://a.co/d/2IQAaid
   • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

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TOPICS:

Guest: Karen Restoule – Director of Indigenous Affairs and Senior Fellow at Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and host of the Breakthrough Nation podcast.

Topics:

• NO VICTIMHOOD HERE: A better frame of reference for past injustice and how to proceed.
• Education, historical figures, and events, considered within their time and context.
• Land claims, legal decisions, and the search for certainty.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Karen’s profile at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/cm-expert/karen-restoule/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Karen on:
   • X: https://x.com/karenrestoule
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/karenrestoule
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenrestoule/
2. Listen to the Breakthrough Nation podcast on:
   • YouTube: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/cm-expert/karen-restoule/
   • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakthrough-nation-with-karen-restoule/id1859777298
   • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uDKnWhNpMQVxSOg55dIJh?si=6ee7f679b1904870  
3. Follow the Breakthrough Nation podcast on:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthroughnationca/
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/breakthroughnation 

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TOPICS:

Guest: Derek Sienko – Chief Mental Health Officer / CEO at Diversified Rehabilitation Group. 

Topics:

• A first responder misdiagnosed and given the wrong treatment.
• Why proper diagnosis matters.
• Appropriate treatment decisions and what's at stake.
• Importance of collaboration across peer organizations and levels of bureaucracy. 

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. CityNews Article: Former VFRS captain wants barriers removed for mental health treatment – website: https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/30/former-vfrs-captain-barriers-removed-mental-health-treatment/
2. Diversified Rehabilitation Group website: https://diversifiedrehab.ca/
3. Derek Sienko website: https://dereksienko.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Derek on:
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/derek-sienko-22246b11
2. Find Diversified Rehabilitation Group on:
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/diversified-rehabilitation-group-inc-health-and-wellness
   • X: https://x.com/ProgramPtsd
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptsdprogram/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiversifiedRehab/

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TOPICS:

Guest: Stefano Ritondale – Army veteran and Chief Intelligence Officer at Artorias, a global risk intelligence provider. Founder of All Source News. 

Topics:

• Stefano’s path to service.
• Iran, U.S. interests, and the realities of conflict and regime change.
• The missing elements from analysis and the understanding of complex geopolitical issues.
• The limitation of Western frameworks when rationalizing non-Western actors.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Artorias website: https://www.artorias.com/
2. SITREP App link: https://sitrep.artorias.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Stefano on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefano-ritondale-1046b5345
2. Find All Source News on:
   • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@allsourcenews
   • X: https://x.com/All_Source_News
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/all_source_news/
   • SubStack: https://substack.com/@allsourcenews110837
3. Find Artorias on:
   • Substack: https://substack.com/@artoriastech
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sitrep_artorias
   • X: https://x.com/SITREP_artorias

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TOPICS:

Guest: Autumn Ryan - a serial entrepreneur who launched her first company the day after college graduation as a single mom. She grew a janitorial business into a multi-million-dollar enterprise and national franchise. Autumn is the founder and CEO of SoRite which has evolved into a trusted line of decontamination and disinfectant products used across public safety, healthcare, corrections, and residential settings.

Topics:

• Autumn's story and path to service.
• Leadership lessons from new and demanding territory.
• Cleanse and decontamination challenges in public disorder environments.
• Supporting the fight against illicit substances.
• SoRite's latest products for law enforcement and how it all works.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. SoRite website:  https://sorite.com/pages/law-enforcement

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Autumn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/autumn-ryan/ 
2. Find SoRite on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-sorite-company/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soriteworks/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SoriteWorks/61579015162157/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoRiteWorks

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Guest: Robert Sorensen - A retired Special Investigator with the U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division. He is the Corrections Section Chair for the National Tactical Officers Association, where he developed less-lethal tactical protocols used by law enforcement agencies to manage public order. Robert is currently the director of strategic partnerships and agency liaison at SoRite.

Topics:

• Robert's path to service.
• Leadership and some hard lessons.
  • Training and developing standards.
• Dealing with the chaos from demonstrations to riots.
  • SoRite and decontamination - seeing true innovation.
• Insight to the inner workings of riotous groups.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. SoRite website:  https://sorite.com/pages/law-enforcement

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Robert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-sorensen-577a7b9a/
2. Find SoRite on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-sorite-company/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soriteworks/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SoriteWorks/61579015162157/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoRiteWorks

Co-host John Simpson

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TOPICS:

Guest: Jenny Chan - one of the founders and current director of Pacific Atrocities Education in San Francisco, where she and her team focus on shedding light on some of the most overlooked events of World War II in Pacific Asia.

Topics:

• How Pacific Atrocities Education took on life.
• Story selection and conveying to an audience.
• Lesser-known history.
  • Canada in defense of Hong Kong.
  • Comfort women and Unit 731.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Pacific Atrocities Education website: Pacific Atrocities Education - Pacific Atrocities Education

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Jenny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-chan-9aa70438a/
2. Find John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59.
3. Find PAE on:
   • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pacificfrontuntold 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pacific-atrocities-education/
   • X: https://twitter.com/PacificAtrocit2
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pacificatrocitieseducation/
   • Instagram: https://instagram.com/pacificatrocitiesedu

Find Co-host John Simpson's books below:

1. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://a.co/d/1TcY1JG
   • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
2. Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://a.co/d/2IQAaid
   • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Dennis Molinaro - former national security analyst and policy advisor for the Canadian federal government. Now author, academic, and frequent media contributor.

Topics:

• Historical perspective and being blind to our own experiences.
• Public education, narratives, and memory.
• Canadian sophistication and lack thereof.
• Foreign agent registry concerns.
• Solutions for foreign interference.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Under Assault: Interference and Espionage in China’s Secret War Against Canada https://a.co/d/43kexZf
2. DennisMolinaro.ca: http://dennismolinaro.ca/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Dennis on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmoli/
   • X: https://x.com/Dennismolin11

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Brian Sauve – President and CEO of the National Police Federation.

• A wrap on the National Police Federation's 2025.
  • Gaining traction with policymakers and working on reforms.
  • Several parliamentary bills currently of interest to law enforcement.
• Federal policing: proper & stable funding.
• Federal government firearm policies and impending issues.
• What to look forward to in 2026.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. National Police Federation: https://npf-fpn.com/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Brian Sauve on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/brian-sauv%C3%A9-b5370586
2. Find the NPF on:
   • X: https://twitter.com/npffpn
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalpolicefederation/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalpolicefederation/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npf_fpn/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0QxNjeMspVgEiplTklCObw 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Ben Owen – is an infantry veteran and father to 8 children. With his wife Jessica, they are co-founders of the organizations Flanders Fields and We Fight Monsters. Both are recovering addicts with a rough past including drug arrests and homelessness, but they have transformed struggle into a force for good. Now they are dedicated to combating opiate and fentanyl addiction, and sex-trafficking in the U.S. mid-south.

• Adding onto Ben’s personal story.
• Power of partnerships as no one can do this alone.
• Real dynamics of running high-risk, high-impact operations.
• How to connect with people at their lowest moments.
• REAL, sustainable change and solutions.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. We Fight Monsters: https://wefightmonsters.org/
2. Flanders Fields: https://flandersfields.org/
3. Black Rifle Company (not the coffee): https://www.blackrifle.company/   
4. JOIN Ben’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/BenOwen

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Ben on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealbenowen
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenowen/
2. We Fight Monsters:
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wefightmonsters.org
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MonsterFighters
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monster_fighters/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/we-fight-monsters/
   • X: https://x.com/WFM_Org
3. Flanders Fields:
   • Facebook: https://facebook.com/flandersfieldsorg
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flandersfields
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flandersfieldsorg/
   • X: https://x.com/FlandersFields_
4. BlackRifle Company:
   • X: https://x.com/BlackRifle_Co
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackrifleco/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackrifle-co

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Eric Tung – a police officer since 2007, currently serves as a police commander and wellness coordinator in Washington State. He shares his continual lessons learned in leadership, wellness and team dynamics through his weekly newsletter, Blue Grit Radio: the Police Performance Podcast, and speaking and training engagements.

• Catch up: news and updates from Blue Grit.
• Leadership.
  • How hard is it to say, “I don’t know”?
• Developing self and others.
  • What can you do? Where can you contribute?
  • Transferring policing skills outside the job.
  • Speaking with the next generation.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Blue Grit Wellness: https://www.bluegritwellness.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Eric on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-tung-a83459203
2. Find Blue Grit Wellness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluegritwellness/
3. Find Blue Grit Radio on:
   • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blue-grit-radio-the-podcast-to-build-better-police/id165465559
   • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SJNeHB3U6C1YX5QhgGVex
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluegritradio/
   • YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL-MC81X2DtzIehipvn67zwi9QkL_0DLt&si=l4QaqM4KO44OBODp

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host John Simpson

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Retired USMC S/Sgt Ken Kraus

• This is a podcast that lets us learn about Ken Kraus, the man he was prior to service, and after the horrific events of being a prisoner in Iran. 
• The discussion gives a more complete picture to Ken’s time in service when he had been re-assigned from his main duty station in, the U.S Embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus to the U.S Embassy in Tehran in 1979. The American Embassy in Iran came under siege by terrorists on February 14th of 1979, Valentine's Day. On that day, Ken's entire life and commitment to service were left to miracles that transpired during the attack, abduction, torture, release, and debrief as he made his way home.
• If you want the full story of what transpired while Ken was in captivity, pick up a copy of the book. You won’t be disappointed.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Ken Kraus website, both regular and special edition books available: https://sites.google.com/view/kenkraus/home
2. Amazon Kindle Edition: Ken Kraus: A Marine Endures Hell: The First Marine Held Hostage in Iran During the Iranian Hostage Crisis of 1979: https://a.co/d/6kYkoDq
3. Watch Ken on Law Enforcement Today as he walks through the specific events of his captivity: https://youtu.be/3n05WGyy398?si=_MWJXJboIX6SjdkR

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Ken on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenkrausmarine/ 
2. Find John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59.

Find Co-host John Simpson's books below:

1. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
   • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
2. Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
   • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

Guests:

Mathew Giagnorio – The founder of A Further Inquiry, where he examines the cultural, historical, and ideological forces shaping civic life. His research addresses the rise of Islamism, illiberal movements, and challenges to free expression and national cohesion. His writings have appeared in The Hub, Fox News, and Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Mathew is a member of the CLARITy Coalition and FAIR.

Khadija Khan – Is a journalist and commentator based in the United Kingdom. She writes for several different publications, focusing on human rights, mainly women’s rights, as well as minorities and extremism. Khadija is the culture editor at A Further Inquiry and co-host of A Further Inquiry podcast.

• Mathew’s and Khadija’s individual journeys to the ideological front.
• Islam – Islamism
  • The forces shaping identity and the issues facing The West.
• Western Identity and how it is contextualized.
  • What is a Canadian?
• Individual vs. group identity.
• Solutions, from education to politics.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. A Further Inquiry on Substack: https://afurtherinquiry.substack.com/
2. Mathew’s recent article for the Macdonald-Laurier Institute: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/in-the-israel-hamas-war-international-law-favours-the-lawless-mathew-giagnorio-for-inside-policy/
3. Khadija at The Freethinker: https://freethinker.co.uk/author/khadija-khan/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Khadija on:
   • Substack: https://substack.com/@khadijakhan
   • X: https://x.com/KhadijaKhan__
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khadijakhanlodhi/
   • LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/khadija-khan-225654304/en
2. Find Mathew on:
   • Substack: https://substack.com/@afurtherinquiry
   • X: https://x.com/MathewGiagnorio
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mathew.giagnorio
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/mathew-giagnorio
3. Find A Further Inquiry on:
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AFurtherInquiry
   • X: https://x.com/afurtherinquiry
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_further_inquiry/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/A-Further-Inquiry/100076479457740/ 

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TOPICS:

• Guests:
  • Supt. Lance Parker – is a 23-year member of the EPS with experience in both front-line and plain clothes operations. Lance currently oversees 2 of our 6 patrol branches and has nearly 2 decades in our Public Safety Unit, of which he currently serves as its Executive Officer.
  • Sgt. Bill Countryman – is a 22-year member of the EPS with both operational and investigative experience. He is currently in the Disaster Emergency Operations Preparedness Section (DEOPS). Bill’s role within DEOPS is to support the EPS with logistical planning and training in support of major events, protests & rallies, and disaster response.

This discussion examines the purpose and approach of the EPS Public Safety Unit, which manages crowds at large or high-risk events. We look at how to better inform the public about police intent and actions while addressing common misconceptions. We also reflect on our own experiences and the impact these events have on public safety, the service, and individual officers.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Edmonton Police Service: https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/ 
2. Join EPS: https://joineps.ca/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find the Edmonton Police Service on:
   • YouTube: https://youtu.be/lHWGQquX2fg?si=3ne9whUFP2L0EfjA
   • X: http://twitter.com/edmontonpolice
   • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/edmontonpoliceservice
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edmonton-police-service_2/

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Tim Pearce – retired LAPD gang officer, is CEO and Founder of AUFIRE, the world's first injury training system. He is also a producer of the documentary, Nothing To See Here: WATTS, which covers how the Watts community reduced homicides by 90%. The film was independently shot on iPhones by community members—including gang members, police, victims, and local youth—offering first-person perspectives..

• Tim's personal story of adversity, trauma, perseverance.
  • From LAPD gang cop to industry innovator.
    • Check links below for full story on the Mike Rowe podcast!
• Accuracy Under Fire (A.U.Fire)
  • Enhance decision-making, return-fire accuracy, and life preservation skills.
• Documentary:
  • Nothing To See Here: WATTS.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Accuracy Under Fire (A.U.Fire) website: https://www.aufire.com/ 
2. Nothing To See Here: WATTS the website: https://nothingtoseeheremovie.com/ 
3. Tim on the Mike Rowe podcast: https://youtu.be/ccE1j_LiREQ?si=yCSr91MqmUEiuy8n 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timpearceaufire/ 
2. Find A.U.Fire on:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aufiretraining/ 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/au-fire/ 
   • X: https://twitter.com/AUFIRETraining 
3. Nothing To See Here: WATTS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingtoseehere_watts 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

Guest: Stephen Nagy – Stephen is a Professor at the Department of Politics and International Studies at the International Christian University. He is a senior fellow with several top-tier institutions focused on Asia-Pacific policy. Stephen was selected as a Distinguished Fellow for the Asia Pacific Foundation from 2017-2020. He serves as the Director of Policy Studies for the Yokosuka Council of Asia Pacific Studies (YCAPS) spear heading their Indo-Pacific Policy Dialogue Series and as a Governor for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ).

• Canada's (in-)ability to manage the CCP dragon.
• Balancing security threats with trade needs.
  • The power of partnerships within ASEAN.
• The gravitational pull of China and a widening gap with the U.S.A.
  • The roles and rhetoric of media, politics, and educators.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Stephen’s website: https://nagystephen.com/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Stephen on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-nagy-10b7315/
   • X: https://x.com/nagystephen1
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephen.nagy.2023 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host Ben Klick.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

In lead up, to Remembrance Day, I wanted to pay special recognition to those who have served in their respective country's armed forces or supported on the home-front and stood by those serving. While these guests are here to tell their stories, others are not; Please use this time to think of how much the fallen heroes have given.

This year I have several episodes which will be released leading up to November 11. I hope you listen with pride as these people served in their own way and gave themselves to a higher calling on your behalf as all members in service do.

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REFERENCES:

Important Links:

1. The Canadian War Museum - In Their Own Voices Exhibition: https://www.warmuseum.ca/in-their-own-voices/

• Interview with Dr. Petrou about this exhibit: https://www.warmuseum.ca/articles/in-conversation-with-dr-michael-petrou-historian-veterans-experience-canadian-war-museum-author-and-journalist

Profiles of the CWM’s historians: https://www.warmuseum.ca/research-and-collections/museum-historians Ben's website: Sierra 64 Riflecraft – Fire Perfect Shots – On Demand – Under Pressure.

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Canadian War Museum:
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/warmuseum
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canwarmuseum/
   • X: https://twitter.com/canwarmuseum?lang=en
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cwm-mcg/posts/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CanWarMus
2. Dr. Michael Petrou on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-petrou-3864aa20/ 

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Chief of the Edmonton Police Service Warren Driechel.
  • Chief of Police Warren Driechel speaks about his path into law enforcement and throughout his service. He further lays out his vision for the EPS, and the big challenges of policing the fastest growing city in Canada.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Edmonton Police Service: https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/ 
2. Join EPS: https://joineps.ca/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find the Edmonton Police Service on:
   • YouTube: https://youtu.be/lHWGQquX2fg?si=3ne9whUFP2L0EfjA
   • X: http://twitter.com/edmontonpolice 
   • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/edmontonpoliceservice 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edmonton-police-service_2/

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host John Simpson.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

In lead up, to Remembrance Day, I wanted to pay special recognition to those who have served in their respective country's armed forces or supported on the home-front and stood by those serving. While these guests are here to tell their stories, others are not; Please use this time to think of how much the fallen heroes have given.

This year I have several episodes which will be released leading up to November 11. I hope you listen with pride as these people served in their own way and gave themselves to a higher calling on your behalf as all members in service do.

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REFERENCES:

Important Links:

1. The Military Women’s Memorial: https://womensmemorial.org/
2. United States Army Women’s Museum: https://awm.army.mil/
3. The Women’s Army Corps Collection: The Women's Army Corps Collection

Profiles and Social Media:

1. John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59.

Find Co-host John Simpson's books below:

1. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
   • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
2. Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
   • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host Ben Klick.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

In lead up, to Remembrance Day, I wanted to pay special recognition to those who have served in their respective country's armed forces or supported on the home-front and stood by those serving. While these guests are here to tell their stories, others are not; Please use this time to think of how much the fallen heroes have given.

This year I have several episodes which will be released leading up to November 11. I hope you listen with pride as these people served in their own way and gave themselves to a higher calling on your behalf as all members in service do.

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REFERENCES:

Important Links:

1. Chris’ profile with Wounded Warriors Canada: https://woundedwarriors.ca/leadership/chris-linford/
   • COPE Program: https://woundedwarriors.ca/our-programs/couples-overcoming-ptsd-everyday/
2. Wounded Warriors donation program: https://woundedwarriors.ca/donate/
3. Warrior Rising: A Soldier’s Journey to PTSD and Back by Chris Linford: https://a.co/d/dkizCkA
4. Find Ben at Sierra 64 Riflecraft – Fire Perfect Shots – On Demand – Under Pressure.

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Chris on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/chris-linford-ma-rp-qualifying-rcc-ccc-ct-cd-59700a45
2. Wounded Warriors Canada on:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wounded.Warriors.Canada/
• X: https://twitter.com/WoundWarriorCA
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woundedwarriorscanada/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WoundedWarriorsCan 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host John Simpson.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

In lead up to Remembrance Day, I wanted to pay special recognition to those who have served in their respective country's armed forces, or supported on the home-front and stood by those serving. While these guests are here to tell their stories, others are not; Please use this time to think of how much the fallen heroes have given.

This year I have several episodes which will be released in lead up to November 11. I hope you listen with pride as these people served in their own way and gave themselves to a higher calling on your behalf As all members in service do.

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REFERENCES:

Profiles:

1. Kathy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-fleser-763190109.
2. John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59.

Find Co-host John Simpson's books below:

1. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
   • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
2. Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
   • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

• Guests:
• Dr. Nicholas Carleton – professor of clinical psychology at the University of Regina.
• Brian Sauve – President and CEO of the National Police Federation.
  • A study on missing context and the harm it does (link below).
    • Assumptions – opinions – bias.
    • Comparators and peers.
  • Impact – There is a lot of fallout from this one.
    • The corrosive cycle of dramatic and uncontextualized reporting.
  • Solutions: injecting context and reality back into the narrative.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. The study: A contextualized assessment of duty-related bodily harm associated with Canadian police services A contextualized assessment of duty-related bodily harm associated with Canadian police services
2. Dr. Nicholas Carleton at the University of Regina: Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton, Ph.D., R.D. Psych., FCAHS, FRSC | University of Regina
3. NPF website: https://npf-fpn.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Dr. Nicholas Carleton on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/nick-carleton-a6169528
2. Find Brian Sauve on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/brian-sauv%C3%A9-b5370586
3. Find the NPF on:
   • X: https://twitter.com/npffpn
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalpolicefederation/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalpolicefederation/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npf_fpn/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0QxNjeMspVgEiplTklCObw

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

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TOPICS:

• Guest – Dr. Christian Leuprecht – Is a distinguished professor with the Department of Political Science and Economics at the Royal Military College. He is a senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute (MLI) and the Centre for North American Prosperity and Security (CNAPS). Christian has testified as an expert witness before committees of Parliament and his publications have appeared in several languages and include 20 books and dozens of scholarly articles. You can find him as a regular commentator in domestic and international media.
  • Canada on a global scale: a story of (in)significance and threats.
    • Our involvement in the Middle-East.
  • The danger of mixing foreign and domestic policies.
  • More Canadian political games.
  • Fighting transnational crime and terrorism.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Find most of Christian's work here, from books, to articles, and media appearances: https://www.queensu.ca/academia/leuprecht/ 
2. MacDonald-Laurier Institute (MLI) Profile: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/cm-expert/christian-leuprecht/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-leuprecht 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

• Guest – Alana Stott – Is, among several titles, an author, producer, philanthropist, and anti-human trafficking consultant. She is the founder of Blue Rose Circle where she uses 25 years of networks, partnerships, and skill sets to end human trafficking through various methodologies. Also, Alana is a Certified Human Trafficking Investigator.
  • The genesis of foundation work.
  • Prevention and awareness.
    • Identifying regions of opportunity and partnership organizations.
  • Collaboration and/or permission.
    • From working with locals, to crime groups, and governments.
  • Adapting to the work environment.
    • Dealing with legalities and operating within the set culture, values and norms.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Blue Rose Circle website: https://thebluerosecircle.org/
2. Alana Stott’s website: https://alanastott.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Blue Rose Circle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluerose.foundation
2. Find Alana on:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alanastott/
   • X: https://twitter.com/alanastott
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-stott-mbe-194493aa
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alanastottofficial
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alanastott

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• Guest – Sarah Hamilton – is a 2-term councilor for the City of Edmonton. Sarah is a graduate from the U of Alberta and later received a Master of Arts Degree at the School of Art Institute of Chicago. She previously served as an adjunct professor of media and communications, a freelance journalist, and an owner & operator of a communications and public relations firm. Sarah has held various public service-oriented roles in the provincial and municipal governments.
  • Path to service.
  • Personal style of politics and remaining true to self.
  • Influence and pressure within City Hall.
    • Representing the many voices from the community and beyond.
  • Hopes for council and Edmonton as this chapter comes to a close.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Sarah Hamilton website: https://www.sarahhamilton.ca/
2. Sarah Hamilton’s Marginalia: Notes on leadership and culture, from a western Canadian perspective: https://sarahhamiltonmarginalia.substack.com

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Sarah on:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_hamilton_yeg/
• X: https://twitter.com/sjlhamilton
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hamilton-m-a-742178290
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahHamiltonYEG/

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• Guest – Dr. Jeffrey Brodeur – A CBRN authority with experience developing chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) strategy, plans, and training programs at all echelons of the U.S. Department of Defense from a strategic, operational, and tactical perspective. Formally trained at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College. Dr. Brodeur has a Doctoral degree from Colorado Technical University and is an internationally recognized CBRN expert. Now he is the vertical market manager for safety and security at Rigaku Analytical Devices.
  • A true perspective of CBRN concerns.
  • The purpose of CBRN development with a different perspective on why they’re used and how.
  • Training & mitigation.
  • Stories from the field.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Posts Dr. Brodeur on Rigaku: https://rigaku.com/products/handheld-raman/learning/blog/author/jeff-brodeur
2. CBRNe World: https://cbrneworld.com/

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Dr. Brodeur on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreymbrodeur  
2. Find Rigaku on:
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RigakuAmericasCorp
   • X: https://twitter.com/rigaku
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rigaku-corp/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rigaku_corporation/
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RigakuCorp 

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• Guest - Michael W. Brown - A former DEA Senior Special Agent with 32 years of experience. Mike spent 20 years working overseas in the Middle East, Southeast Asia and his last foreign tour was as the DEA Country Attaché for Myanmar. Now, he's the global director of counter-narcotics technology at Rigaku Analytical Devices, and host of the podcast, The Opioid Matrix: A Journey Into the Rabbit Hole.
  • Canada: an international narcotics manufacturing and distribution hub.
  • The fentanyl discussion and what you won't get from media.
  • U.S.-Canada border.
  • Who isn't playing nice and doing their part?
  • Solutions.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Opioid Matrix: A Journey Into the Rabbit Hole on,
   • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Arn07SMtGFyGbE3Tj1JxV 
   • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-opioid-matrix-a-journey-into-the-rabbit-hole/id1625927161 
2. Rigaku Analytical Devices website: https://rigaku.com/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. Find Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwbrownusa 
2. Find Rigaku on:
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RigakuAmericasCorp 
   • X: https://twitter.com/rigaku 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rigaku-corp/ 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rigaku_corporation/ 
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RigakuCorp 

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• Guest - Nikki Burgett - A behavioral threat assessment specialist with a background in law enforcement, corporate security, and international counterterrorism. Nikki has worked in 24 countries as a contractor for the U.S. Department of State, instructing foreign law enforcement and security personnel on anti-terrorism tactics. She is the author of Surviving Violence: How to Prepare for, Prevent, and Respond to Threats. Nikki now consults with public and private sector organizations on workplace violence prevention, threat management, and leadership accountability.
  • Path to service.
  • How serious this business is.
    • Prevention is critical.
  • Threat assessor
    • Behavioral Pattern Detection (BPD) and Standard Identification Model (SIM)
    • Profiling - listen up law enforcement!

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Nikki Burgett, LLC: https://nikkiburgett.com/
2. The book, Surviving Violence: How to Prepare for, Prevent, and Respond to Threats: 
   • Several places to buy from: https://nikkiburgett.com/my-book/
   • Amazon: https://a.co/d/1zK7bZI 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkiburgett/ 

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TOPICS:

• Guests
  • Robert "Bobby" Ledogar - Navy veteran and former Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal. Author of LED: Being Brooklyn; release date TDB. Recent guest of the Urban Valor podcast!
  • Peter "Pete" Forcelli - Retired ATF Deputy Assistant Director and former NYPD Homicide Detective. Author of THE DEADLY PATH: How Operation Fast and Furious and Bad Lawyers Armed Mexican Cartels. Host of the new, Ten-Four Tavern Podcast, live on YouTube, Tuesdays at 7 PM EST.
• Individual updates, new appearances, new shows.
• Bobby's recent appearance on Urban Valor.
• Pete on the making of the Ten-Four Tavern Podcast.
• Thoughts on some current events.
  • Foreign Terrorist Organizations.
  • Firearms and Drugs.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Robert on Urban Valor: https://youtu.be/49egx-ANRMc?si=RXmh4kEAJPwVePNu 
2. Peter Forcelli: https://www.peterjforcelli.com/ 
   • The Deadly Path on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3QLhiq4 
3. Ten-Four Tavern Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered/videos 
4. The guests' prior appearances on The Quiet Professional!
   • S3E14: Altruism, Politics, Power - Peter J. Forcelli - Former NYPD Homicide Detective and Retired ATF Deputy Assistant Director: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s3e14-altruism-politics-power-peter-j-forcelli-former/id1631223615?i=1000650353459 
   • S3E24: U.S. Marshals, Underdogs, Betrayal - Robert Ledogar and Natalie June Reilly - Retired U.S. Marshal and Co-Authors: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s3e24-u-s-marshals-underdogs-betrayal-robert-ledogar/id1631223615?i=1000657658739 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Peter on:
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092203516682 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-j-forcelli-26597122/ 
2. Find Robert on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-ledogar-276277146 

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Dennis Murphy – A 27-year member of the Government of Canada's Communications Security Establishment (CSE) where he conducted and led operational activities in national security. Now, Dennis is the Executive Vice President for Strider Technologies, where he works with corporate and government clients to deliver transformational technology that helps them visualize, manage, and respond to economic statecraft risks across their organizations.
• Information availability, collection, and usefulness.
• Education for clients - take concerns seriously.
  • Protecting your assets.
  • Knowing your people.
• State actors and what they are looking for.
• Private sector / government / law enforcement relationships.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Strider Technologies, Ltd.: https://www.striderintel.com/ 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Strider on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teamstrider/ 
2. Dennis on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dennismurphy66 

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Co-host John Simpson.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

• Author Mark Grdovic speaks about his new book and a missing chapter in U.S. military history. Those Who Face Death: The Untold Story of Special Forces and the Iraqi Kurdish Resistance.
  • A small group of Special Forces and CIA operatives must establish a second front to tie down the Iraqi Army in the north to support the pending US-led invasion in the south.   The mission sounds simple. The reality is anything but.   The plan is to infiltrate into Iraq ahead of the invasion, link up with the Kurdish Peshmerga, and coordinate their efforts against the Iraqi Army.   The Peshmerga, which translates to those who face death, have risen up several times in the recent past, only to be abandoned by the US and subsequently slaughtered by the Iraqi army.   Before the Special Forces have any chance of posing a viable threat to the Iraqi Army, they must first convince the Kurdish factions to put their differences aside, resolve the issue of Turkey's wavering support, and neutralize an Islamist group that has seized Kurdish territory along the Iraq-Iran border.   The details of the invasion are classified. The clock is ticking, and time is running out.   Once in Iraq, there will be no extraction, medical evacuation, or air support until the war begins. The Green Berets will be on their own.   Those Who Face Death is the incredible true story of this little-known special operation and a testament to the courage, skill, and perseverance of the US Special Forces in the face of overwhelming odds.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Mark Grdovic's website: https://www.markgrdovic.com/home 
2. Get the book, Those Who Face Death.
   • Amazon links:
     • USA: https://a.co/d/252OVtQ
     • Canada: https://a.co/d/6Gg6SUD
   • Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/those-who-face-death-mark-grdovic/1147952341?ean=9781963781069
3. John's books.
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship 

Profiles:

1. Mark on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/mark-g-5668b357 
2. John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host John Simpson.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.

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TOPICS:

• Author Mark Grdovic speaks about his new book and a missing chapter in U.S. military history. Those Who Face Death: The Untold Story of Special Forces and the Iraqi Kurdish Resistance.
  • A small group of Special Forces and CIA operatives must establish a second front to tie down the Iraqi Army in the north to support the pending US-led invasion in the south.   The mission sounds simple. The reality is anything but.   The plan is to infiltrate into Iraq ahead of the invasion, link up with the Kurdish Peshmerga, and coordinate their efforts against the Iraqi Army.   The Peshmerga, which translates to those who face death, have risen up several times in the recent past, only to be abandoned by the US and subsequently slaughtered by the Iraqi army.   Before the Special Forces have any chance of posing a viable threat to the Iraqi Army, they must first convince the Kurdish factions to put their differences aside, resolve the issue of Turkey's wavering support, and neutralize an Islamist group that has seized Kurdish territory along the Iraq-Iran border.   The details of the invasion are classified. The clock is ticking, and time is running out.   Once in Iraq, there will be no extraction, medical evacuation, or air support until the war begins. The Green Berets will be on their own.   Those Who Face Death is the incredible true story of this little-known special operation and a testament to the courage, skill, and perseverance of the US Special Forces in the face of overwhelming odds.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Mark Grdovic's website: https://www.markgrdovic.com/home 
2. Get the book, Those Who Face Death.
   • Amazon links:
     • USA: https://a.co/d/252OVtQ 
     • Canada: https://a.co/d/6Gg6SUD 
   • Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/those-who-face-death-mark-grdovic/1147952341?ean=9781963781069 
3. John's books.
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship 

Profiles:

1. Mark on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/mark-g-5668b357 
2. John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59 

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A discussion on transit safety from all angles. It's hard to beat the knowledge and experience contained by this group:

• David Cooper, Principal, Leading Mobility Consulting.
• Sarah Hamilton, Councillor, City of Edmonton.
• Keith Johnson, Superintendent, Edmonton Police Service.

In this podcast:

• Why crime and disorder are prevalent on transit.
  • Who should be working in these spaces?
• Shared issues and distinct problems.
  • A survey of the broader environment.
• Solutions.
  • Who and where we can draw from.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. TQP and EPS: Transit Safety - YouTube: https://youtu.be/mmC0tBB92dI 
2. Leading Mobility: https://www.leadingmobility.com/ 
3. Sarah Hamilton: https://www.sarahhamilton.ca/ 
4. Edmonton Police Service: https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/ 

Profiles and Social Media:

1. David Cooper on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-cooper-19880088/ 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cooper_davidm 
2. Leading Mobility on:
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/david-cooper-19880088
   • X: https://twitter.com/leadingmobility 
3. Sarah Hamilton on:
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahHamiltonYEG/ 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_hamilton_yeg/?hl=en 
   • X: https://x.com/sjlhamilton 
4. Superintendent Keith Johnson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-johnson-0ba967254/ 
5. Edmonton Police Service on:
   • YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/epsvideoonline
   • X: https://x.com/edmontonpolice/
   • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/edmontonpoliceservice
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmontonpoliceservice/
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/edmonton-police-service_2 

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Benjamin Freedland – Ben is a law enforcement consultant and founder of Strategic Informant Solutions, through which he trains agencies in informant management, intelligence collection, and operational integrity. Prior to this, Ben was a mid-level East Coast drug trafficker, he later served as a federally embedded informant with the FBI, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and U.S. Attorney’s Office, providing intelligence that led to multiple major federal indictments. Ben served a 77-month sentence, he rebuilt his life and launched Recreational Transport LLC, a national logistics company specializing in high-end RV delivery.
• An atypical origin story that is becoming more common.
  • Not what most would have you believe.
• Inside criminal culture.
• The business of informant handling.
• Missing link to law enforcement's playbook.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Ben's company Strategic Informant Solutions: https://strategicinformantsolutions.com/ 
2. Email: ben@recreationaltransport.com 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-freedland-%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B1-%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B1-%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B1-845640304/ 

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• Guest: Stephen Nagy – Stephen is a Professor at the Department of Politics and International Studies at the International Christian University. He is a senior fellow with several top-tier institutions focused on Asia-Pacific policy. Stephen was selected as a Distinguished Fellow for the Asia Pacific Foundation from 2017-2020. He serves as the Director of Policy Studies for the Yokosuka Council of Asia Pacific Studies (YCAPS) spear heading their Indo-Pacific Policy Dialogue Series and as a Governor for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ).
• The meaning and role of being a middle-power.
• Canada: the importance of engagement in the region.
  • Danger of anti-Trump & anti-USA politics.
• China: decouple, disengage, diversify.
• What is missed in discussions on the Indo-Pacific.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Stephen’s website: https://nagystephen.com/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Stephen on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-nagy-10b7315/ 
   • X: https://x.com/nagystephen1 
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephen.nagy.2023 

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Co-host John Simpson.

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Jeff Felts – After 12 years of service in the U.S. Army and 20 years policing in metro Detroit, Jeff is now the President of Center Mass, Inc. and an advisory board member of the American Sniper Association. He speaks nationally and has written articles for several professional trade magazines.
• Jeff's story of service.
• Innovation that helps protect and serve the front lines.
  • From training methods to new gear.
• Evolution of the law enforcement profession.
  • What was, what is, what will be.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Center Mass Inc. website: https://centermassinc.com
   • Innovation at its finest – CMI Shop: https://centermassinc.com/shop-by-category 
2. Jeff's shout-outs:
   • Ohio Tactical Officers Association: https://www.otoa.org/ 
   • National Tactical Officers Association: https://www.ntoa.org/ 
3. John's books!
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship 
   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Jeff on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-felts-09b39943/
2. Center Mass Inc. on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-mass-inc-/ 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centermassinc 
3. Find John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59

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TOPICS:

• Guests:
  • Alan Treddenick - is the President and CEO of ATNOH Group, a global risk and public safety consulting company. Alan retired from CSIS and the RCMP with 30+ years in intel operations both domestic and abroad specializing in counter terrorism investigation and HUMINT operations. 
  • Phil Gurski – is the President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting Ltd. He worked as a senior strategic analyst at the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) from 2001-2015, specializing in violent Islamist-inspired homegrown terrorism and radicalization. He is the author of six previous books on terrorism.
  • Neil Bisson - Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and host of the Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up podcast. Neil retired as an Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and was a former front-line officer with the Canada Border Services Agency.
• Podcasting in the national security space.
• Canada and a foreign intelligence service.
  • Benefits to reaching out and touching someone abroad.
• Cultural issues and lack of education.
  • Implementing change in minds and action.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Neil's website (Global Intelligence Knowledge Network): https://globalintelligenceknowledgenetwork.com/ 
   • Substack: https://substack.com/@neilbisson1 
   • Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up show your support: Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap up (Global Intelligence Weekly Rap up +)
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmWGUzF_77w3bK5AIDsuxMImHiYCexgs-
2. Alan's website (ATNOH Group): ATNOH Group - Public Safety and Risk Consulting 
3. Phil's website (Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting): https://borealisthreatandrisk.com/ 
   • Phil's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Phil-Gurski/author/B017T9O14A 
   • Canadian Intelligence Eh podcast: https://borealisthreatandrisk.com/canadian-intelligence-eh/ 
4. Phil on TQP to discuss The Peaceable Kingdom?: A History of Terrorism in Canada from Confederation to Present:
   1. Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s2e59-part-1-phil-gurski-the-peaceable-kingdom/id1631223615?i=1000634621282 
   2. Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s2e60-part-2-phil-gurski-the-peaceable-kingdom/id1631223615?i=1000635420044 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Alan on:
   1. LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/alan-treddenick-27bb7349 
2. Find Phil on:
   1. LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/phil-gurski-8942468 
3. Find Neil on: 
   1. LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/neil-bisson-809120238 

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Dr. Rodney Schmaltz – Dr. Schmaltz is a public speaker, author, and Professor of Psychology at MacEwan University. His insights have been featured at TEDx, international psychology and business conferences, and in media outlets including The Globe and Mail, Canadian Business, CBC, and Global News. He is the co-author of Psychology: From Inquiry to Understanding, a bestselling introductory textbook that integrates scientific skepticism into real-world problem-solving, as well as a forthcoming book exploring common myths about productivity.   The book will offer practical, research-backed strategies for improving how we work, focusing on what helps rather than what simply sounds appealing.
• The doctor’s work explained.
• Great at arguing our points, not good at hearing others.
• The hard task of critical thinking and negotiating positions.
• How ‘smart’ people fall for extreme or extraordinary ideas.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Dr. Schmaltz’s personal website: https://www.rodneyschmaltz.com/
2. Dr. Schmaltz's best-selling textbook ‘Psychology: From Inquiry to Understanding’: https://www.pearson.com/en-ca/subject-catalog/p/psychology-from-inquiry-to-understanding-canadian-edition/P200000002450/9780137375349
3. MacEwan Profile: https://www.macewan.ca/academics/academic-departments/psychology/our-people/profile/?profileid=schmaltzr0

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Dr. Schmaltz on:
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/rodneyschmaltz
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodney.schmaltz.9/ 

Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

Co-host John Simpson.

Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Bob Lewis – gave 30 years of service with the Collier County Sheriff's Office, in Naples, Florida (26 of which were spent within special operations). This included extensive experience in the areas of SWAT and Bomb Squad. Bob has done consultation work with the National Tactical Officer's Association where he helped develop and implement some foundational programs from, Active shooter response to SWAT / EOD integration.
• Sniper qualification and evolution.
• The development of Bomb Unit; not easy work; timing and recognizing opportunity.
• Leadership, justify your asks, straight talk.
• Future of special operations.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Organizations Bob wished to highlight:
   • AMP Research: www.ampresearch.com
   • National Tactical Officers Association: www.NTOA.org
   • Cherry Engineering: www.cherryengineeringinc.com
2. John's books!
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship 
   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales:

       https://www.blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmdrspecops/
2. Find John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Mubin Shaikh - a former under undercover human source for CSIS and agent with the RCMP Integrated National Security Enforcement Team. Mubin has infiltrated ISIS social media networks from 2012-2018. He is a SME who has spoken with both U.S. and Canadian governments. Mubin is a Counter Extremism Specialist for the renowned NGO, Parents for Peace and has been featured in his own exhibit in the New International Spy Museum.
• Understanding the thought processes of radicalized individuals.
• "Narrative warfare" and Western vulnerabilities.
• Radicalization & extremism: calling it out from within the community.
• Lessons for youth.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Parents For Peace - Mubin's profile: Mubin Shaikh - Parents For Peace
2. Spy Museum: International Spy Museum - Washington DC 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Mubin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mubins/ 

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TOPICS:

• Guests: Prairie Region Directors Kevin Halwa and Jeff McGowan.
  • National Police Federation: is the sole certified bargaining agent for regular Members and reservists of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police below the rank of Inspector. The National Police Federation (NPF) was certified to represent ~20,000 RCMP Members serving across Canada and internationally in the summer of 2019. We are the largest police labour relations organization in Canada, the second largest in North America and the first independent national association to represent RCMP Members.
• The push to remain police of jurisdiction.
  • Where is the Alberta Provincial Police Service at?
• Funding.
  • Fulfilling mandates and addressing gaps from municipal to federal policing.
• Recruitment & training.
  • Innovate and streamline.
• Procurement
  • Police are not “just” another government department.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. National Police Federation: https://npf-fpn.com/
   • RCMP Facing The Future: Evolution, Integration, Readiness. https://npf-fpn.com/app/uploads/securepdfs/2025/06/NPF-Report_RCMP-Facing-the-Future_June-2025.pdf

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find the National Police Federation on:
   • X: https://twitter.com/npffpn
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalpolicefederation/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalpolicefederation/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npf_fpn/?igshid=14s1qkc6wvczk
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0QxNjeMspVgEiplTklCObw
2. Find Director McGowan on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-mcgowan-654709101/
3. Find Director Halwa on:
   • X: https://x.com/halwakevin
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-halwa-30b9b8234

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TOPICS:

• Guests:
  • Albert 'Jits' Hobaugh II - Served in the 12th Special Forces Group and later with the 75th Ranger Regiment. Albert's public service continued as he went on to be a paramedic, special agent, and tactical operator with the ATF. After a career-ending injury in 2018, Albert retired with honors and continues to serve communities and support fellow veterans by being a mentor for the Three Rangers Foundation and is an author.
  • Matt Domyancic - Medically retired police officer with his MS in forensic science, MS in sports psychology and Masters in pastoral theology. He's now a one-man non-profit police chaplain, peer support, and wellness and resiliency advocate for first responders and veterans
• One of many instances of brain trauma.
• The onset, discovery, and seeking help.
  • Put in the hard work, maintain the follow through.
• We all have our own path.
  • Some of the options available to both veterans and first responders.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Albert's book 'Blacksheep Ghost: The early years: The Life and Making of a Special Agent' under the pseudonym Jack Grodey:
   1. Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/4ElCrOS 
   2. Amazon USA: https://a.co/d/8BSkU7m 
2. Albert's website Jits Publishing (under construction): https://www.jitspublishing.com/ 
3. Matt's website - Tactical Chaplain: https://www.tacticalchaplain.com/ 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Albert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albert-h-43a6031a5/
2. Find Matt on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-domyancic-b7203b6/ 
   • Instagram at:
     • Thin Blue Line Spirituality: https://www.instagram.com/thinbluelinespirituality/
     • The Tactical Chaplain: https://www.instagram.com/thetacticalchaplain/ 

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TOPICS:

• Guests: President Brandon Sontag and Treasurer Kenny Van Dyke – California Force Instructors Association (CALFIA) - As a non-profit organization in California, our mission is to develop balanced and educated Use of Force Instructors. We do this by providing training and resources and partnering within our regions.
• The smart application of force.
• Using facts, law, and experience to guide decisions.
• The problem of politics in use of force.
• Decisions: from the desk to the street.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. California Force Instructors Association: https://calfia.org/
2. The Briefing Room: https://www.thebriefingroom.com/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find CALFIA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calfia_org/
2. Find The Briefing Room on:
   • IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefingroomofficial/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-briefing-room-llc/

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TOPICS:

• Guests: Executive Director Jean Bota and Director Becky Wylie-Jardine - Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association - ACCPA's goal is to ensure safety to Albertans and their communities through education and crime prevention awareness. They are the connector between rural and urban communities and agencies.
• ACCPA's history.
• Speaking to the right level.
  • Working with individuals to the various levels of government.
• How to be a collective voice.
  • Providing context and fact to the narratives.
• Education and Solutions.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association website: https://albertacrimeprevention.com/ 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find ACCPA on:
   • YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@albertacommunitycrimepreve5239 
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/albertacrimeprevention 
   • X: https://www.twitter.com/ABcrimeprevent 
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/72067627 
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberta_crime_prevention 
2. Find Jean on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jean-bota-269a9326
3. Find Becky Wylie-Jardine on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/becky-wylie-jardine-m-a-icps-19251144 

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Detective-Sergeant John Khoshandish - unit commander for the York Regional Police Tactical Intelligence Unit, leading intelligence development on organized crime, and supporting national security, counter-terrorism, and foreign interference investigations.
• The unique work of the Tactical Intelligence Unit.
• Who is actually paying attention?
  • Mandates, investigative threshold, and the role of municipal law enforcement.
• Game-time: appealing to emotion vs. logic.
• Diaspora: Who can they turn to? What can they expect?
• The missing legislation and the expectations of law enforcement.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Det.-Sgt. Khoshandish on panel for SAC-LHR: Power, Pressure, and Propaganda: SAC-LHR: Power, Pressure, and Propaganda - B'nai Brith Canada

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Det.-Sgt. Khoshandish on LinkedIn: John Khoshandish - Detective Sergeant - Intelligence Bureau - York Regional Police | LinkedIn

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Jonathan Berkshire Miller – is the co-founder and principal of Pendulum Geopolitical Advisory, Senior Fellow at the Ottawa-based Macdonald-Laurier Institute (MLI), and holds concurrent fellowships with the Japan Institute of International Affairs (JIIA) and Asian Forum Japan.
• Life in a think-tank and its contributions.
• Canada’s future and bringing different perspectives together.
• Middle power: wake-up call on national security & global roles.
• U.S., China, and the Indo-Pacific – Canada’s aim and focus.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Jonathan Berkshire Miller: https://www.jberkshiremiller.com/
2. Macdonald-Laurier Institute (MLI): https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Jonathan on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-berkshire-miller-39904521/
   • X: https://x.com/jbmllr
   • Email: jbmllr@gmail.com
2. Find MLI on:
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MacdonaldLaurierInstitute
   • YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/MLInstitute
   • X: https://twitter.com/MLInstitute
   • LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/macdonald-laurier-institute

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Mark Messina - Vice President for QRFup and a retired US Army Veteran whose organization and strategic leadership will bring the vision of QRFup across the nation. Mark's deference for the mission of this organization is bar none, and his determination will disrupt the current order. 
• Mark's personal story.
• The QRFup story.
  • Providing timely response to those at the edge.
• Keeping the responders safe. A time and place for everything.
• The numbers that will shock you.
• Progressing toward nation-wide coverage.
• What's next?

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Get the QRFup Application:
   • Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/qrfup/id6511219491
   • Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.qrfup
2. QRFup website: https://www.qrfup.org/
3. QRFup merchandise (SUPPORT THE CAUSE!): https://www.qrfup.shop/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find QRFup on:
   • LinkedIn: https://instagram.com/qrfup.organization
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/QRFup/61558629835156/
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/qrfup
2. Find Mark on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-messina-53b3b9178/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grey6_official/

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Luis Horacio Najera - is an acclaimed journalist and crime analyst from Mexico who has lived in exile in Canada since 2008. He was the PEN Canada-George Brown Writer in Residence in Toronto, and recipient of the 2010 CJFE International Press Freedom Award and one of the 2011 Human Rights Watch Hellman/Hammet Awards. In 2022 he was named one of the 10 Most Influential Hispanic-Canadians.
• Personal story.
  • Reporting from the most dangerous places on Earth.
• Losing friends and colleagues to violence.
• Truth in reporting. 
• Life in exile.
  • Organized crime & government.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Luis' books:
   • The Wolfpack: The Millennial Mobsters Who Brought Chaos and the Cartels to the Canadian Underworld - https://a.co/d/aT0UA2m 
   • The Uncaged Voice: Stories by Writers in Exile - https://a.co/d/6K5g4UF
2. Luis' podcast:
   • Dos Amigos: Ideas que florecen del desierto - https://open.spotify.com/show/4hFkRaBgbPKVluH3RmSu1G 

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Luis on:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnomichaelis/ 
   • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/luishnajera
   • X: https://x.com/najera13 

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TOPICS:

• Guest: Arno Michaelis – filmmaker, speaker, and author of My Life After Hate and co-author of The Gift of Our Wounds. Arno WAS a founding member of what became the largest racist skinhead organization in the world and lead singer of the race-metal band Centurion. NOW, he works as an interventionist with groups such as Parents 4 Peace, helping to lead people away from all violent extremist ideologies, and to support their families.
• The story of extremism and “Romantic Violence”.
  • What does it mean?
• Recruitment into the fold.
• Racism & anti-racism – two sides of the same coin.
  • Tactics and techniques that lead to a familiar place.
• The battle against the narratives. Solutions.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Parents 4 Peace website: https://www.parents4peace.org/
2. Arno on Business Insider: https://www.businessinsider.com/how-neo-nazism-actually-works-former-white-supremacist-2025-3

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Arno on:
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnomichaelis/  
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnomichaelis
2. Parents 4 Peace on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/parents-for-peace/
   • X: https://x.com/parentsforpeace
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parents4peace/
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parents4peace/
   • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyAPDWKMhF_feY-vmXQhCFg

Co-host John Simpson.

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• Guest: John G. Peters, Jr., Ph.D. - serves as president and Chief Learning Officer of the Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. A former administrator of a medium-sized police department, police officer, and deputy sheriff, Dr. Peters is author of more than 300 publications, and is a judicially-qualified expert witness.
• How we talk about 'excited delirium'.
  • A history - Learn something new everyday.
  • Medical recognition.
• Public and political reactions.
• In-custody deaths.
• Articulation - Explain yourself.
• Solutions!

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. : https://www.ipicd.com/#/
2. John's books!
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government sales: https://www.blue360media.com/products/93158-01
   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales:https://www.blue360media.com/products/93005-01

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find IPICD on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-the-prevention-of-in-custody-deaths-inc.
2. Find Dr. Peters on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-peters-ph-d-7a22a85
3. Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59 

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TOPICS:

• Guests: 
  • Margarito "Jay" Flores Jr. - Jay and his twin brother were steeped in the narcotics business, establishing a pivotal distribution network for the Sinaloa cartel across North America. On the path of redemption, Jay now advises law enforcement and government on effective strategies and legislation to combat drug trafficking
• Family affairs.
• Law enforcement efforts – what’s missing, what they don’t understand.
• Relationships… police & criminals… it’s complex.
• Solutions.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Kingpin to Educator website: https://kingpintoeducator.com/
   • Contact email: info@kingpintoeducator.com
   • K2E Foundation: https://kingpintoeducator.com/k2e-foundation
2. The full story on podcast, Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down A Drug Lord: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/surviving-el-chapo-the-twins-who-brought-down-a-drug-lord/id1649359487 Dynamic Police Training: https://dynamicpolicetraining.com/

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Jay on:
   • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thinklikeakingpin
   • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingpintoeducator

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TOPICS:

• Guests: 
  • Marcus Kolga - the founder and director of DisinfoWatch and a senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier and CDA institutes.
  • DisinfoWatch - a leading Canadian foreign disinformation monitoring and debunking platform. Our data is sourced through an international network of journalists, civil society organizations and analysts, as well as some automated sources, and is anaylized and exposed in order raise broader general awareness of disinformation and build long-term resilience against it.
• What it means to be sanctioned.
• Mis- and disinformation.
  • Effects on politics, media, and the populace.
• Scale of disinfo operations.
• Question, educate, inform.
• Solutions for different industries and organizations.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. DisinfoWatch website: https://disinfowatch.org/
2. DisinfoWatch Active Measures Podcast: https://disinfowatch.org/active-measures-podcast/

Profiles and Social Media: 

• Find DisinfoWatch on:
  • X: https://twitter.com/DisinfoW
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisinfoWatch-106551727876167
• Find Marcus on:
  • X: https://x.com/kolga
  • LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/marcus-kolga

Co-host John Simpson.

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TOPICS:

• Guests: 
  • Lawson Magruder, LTG, US Army Retired - has led highly successful organizations in the military, industry, and academia sectors over the past 55 years.  After commissioning as a Distinguished Military Graduate from the University of Texas at Austin's Army ROTC program, he went on to have a highly successful career in the United States Army retiring as a Lieutenant General in 2001. Since retirement from the Army, Lawson has held a wide variety of positions in the security and leader development arenas.
  • Fred Kleibacker, Master Sgt, US Army Retired - has over 50 years of leadership experience as a U.S. Army Non-Commissioned Officer, Independent Contractor, Government Employee, Entrepreneur, and Community Volunteer. After volunteering for the U.S. Army’s Ranger Option in 1974, he served for a total of 20 years in the U.S. Army’s Special Operations Forces until he retired in 1994. Between 1997 and 2021, he worked as a government contractor and employee and co-founded three successful defense technology businesses and one physical security business
• A book about leadership with lessons that extend beyond the battlefield.
  • This is for everyone from the young people searching for direction and purpose, to military and civilian leaders reinforcing values of teamwork and resilience.
• Listen in, and if their message resonates, consider buying a copy of the book.
  • ALL NET PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE RANGER SCHOLARSHIP FUND – Link Below.

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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:

Important Links:

1. Of Their Own Accord:
   • Website: https://www.oftheirownaccord.com/
   • YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@OfTheirOwnAccord
2. The Rangers Scholarship Fund: https://rangersscholarshipfund.org/
3. John's books!
   • Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Patrol-Rifle-Marksmanship-Simpson/dp/1608854809
     • Government

       https://www.blue360media.com/products/93158-01

   • Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship: https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Sniper-Marksmanship-John-Simpson/dp/1608852121
     • Government Sales:

       https://www.blue360media.com/products/93005-01

Profiles and Social Media: 

1. Find Lawson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawson-magruder-b70332147/
2. Find Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredkleibacker