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Flex Your Freedom with Barb Allen

294 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 67 ratings

Barb Allen is a keynote speaker, award-winning author, entrepreneur, and Gold Star Wife. The Flex Your Freedom Podcast shares engaging and inspiring conversations with celebrities, entrepreneurs, media personalities, personal friends, and other exceptional Americans to delve into their thoughts on freedom, the American Dream, and how to strengthen your faith, family, community, and country. Barb Allen is the co-founder of the Great American Syndicate.

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Communication And The Average Sucks Mindset

February 01, 2021 18:22 - 18 minutes - 17.7 MB

Communication is a key factor is all we do. The inability of people to communicate effectively today, without applying perspective to what they both say and hear, is wreaking havoc in our lives.  This, then, is an excellent time to revisit the art of communication. Michael Bernoff is an expert in this field. He is the founder of the Human Communications Institute and a leader in the personal and professional development industry. In this episode of American Snippets, we pulled some of Mic...

Monday Rewind: Communication And The Average Sucks Mindset

February 01, 2021 18:22 - 18 minutes - 17.7 MB

Communication is a key factor is all we do. The inability of people to communicate effectively today, without applying perspective to what they both say and hear, is wreaking havoc in our lives.  This, then, is an excellent time to revisit the art of communication. Michael Bernoff is an expert in this field. He is the founder of the Human Communications Institute and a leader in the personal and professional development industry. In this episode of American Snippets, we pulled some of Mic...

Reddit Traders Are Taking On Hedge-Fund Giants And Winning

January 29, 2021 18:17 - 17 minutes - 17.2 MB

Wall Street hedge funds are scrambling, and it's all because of a Reddit online investing forum with more than 4 million members who are beating Wall Street at their own game. Reddit's Wall Street Bets forum has surged in popularity as retail investors in the group united to defy the short-squeeze on GameStop, AMC, and others at the expense of hedge funds betting that those stocks were on their last legs and would go out of business. Dave and Barb share their thoughts on this, Robinhood, a...

Perpetually Lit With Bobby Sausalito

January 27, 2021 18:10 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

Bobby Sausalito is a Comedian, commentator and Internet personality most notably recognized on Instagram as @takenaps. His satirical videos about politics, the economy, current events, real estate, and other topics he covers have connected with a massive national audience craving for the opportunity to laugh. While Bobby makes light of the conspiracy theories, political disasters, and the divide in this country, he sprinkles in messages of personal accountability and entrepreneurial lessons,...

How to Forge Forward Through Adversity

January 25, 2021 14:34 - 33 minutes - 31.5 MB

Former Law Enforcement Officer Jason Schechterle and Former SEAL Jason Redman both have incredible stories of courage and resilience. Jason Schechterle was caught in a fiery explosion when his police cruiser was struck from behind and burst into flames. He was thought to be dead at the scene, but upon discovery that he was still alive, Jason was rushed to a top burn unit, where he defied all odds and lived to tell his story.  Jason Redman was on a mission with his SEAL Team when they were a...

CNN is Gunning For OAN and Newsmax

January 22, 2021 15:14 - 18 minutes - 18.1 MB

The war on Conservatives is heating up, with CNN now openly airing a campaign to remove Newsmax from all platforms. Reliable Sources host Brian Stelter held a panel discussion on ”How to cover extremism without amplifying it.”  In that discussion, former Facebook chief security officer Alex Stamos joined Stelter and former United States Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Christopher Kreb, as they unpacked the issue of what to do about Conservative platforms.  ...

Helping Everyone Remain Operational With Mike De Geus

January 20, 2021 14:04 - 55 minutes - 52.2 MB

Mike De Geus built a life of international travel and global intrigue as an entrepreneur and a Secret Service Agent. He first followed his entrepreneurial spirit into businesses that introduced him to world travel, and then revisited his desire to join the Secret Service, where he dedicated himself to 12 years of service. Today he’s moved back into his entrepreneurial path with his companies, Leatherback Gear and HERO beverage.  Leatherback Gear arose from Mike’s personal connection to peop...

Inspiration and Insight from Legendary Marine Major James Capers

January 18, 2021 15:40 - 16 minutes - 15.9 MB

Major James Capers became the first African American to receive a battlefield commission. Major Capers experienced extreme racism growing up in the Jim Crow South, and even while training and working his way up to becoming a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps. In spite of those experiences, he remained committed to his country and his Corps. He became a respected and legendary leader his men followed into some of Vietnam's worst battles. In this episode, we pulled some of o...

House Impeaches Trump For A SECOND Time Where The Facts Disprove The Narrative

January 15, 2021 17:15 - 17 minutes - 17.4 MB

As the Left pushes to silence voices that disagree with them, it is imperative that the People speak louder. In this episode, Hosts Dave and Barb do just that as they discuss the jaw-dropping impeachment led by Nancy Pelosi.  The House of Representatives Wednesday made history by voting to impeach President Trump for a second time for "incitement of insurrection" after a mob of his supporters besieged the Capitol on Jan. 6 in a failed attempt to stop the certification of President-elect Joe...

There Is No Justification For Censoring Or Policing Political Speech

January 12, 2021 20:51 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MB

Marine Corps veteran Eric Post has been in the thick of chaos since the first riots began in Portland Oregon. He's a Portland resident and business owner who gives back to his community he and his family love being a part of.  When the riots first began, Eric took to the streets in an attempt to broker peace. He spoke with people from all walks of life, from both sides of this divide: police officers, BLM members, rioters, peaceful protestors, and others who are directly impacted by the rio...

First Hand Experience at DC Trump Protest

January 08, 2021 20:19 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MB

The events in Washington DC stunned our nation. While the media was quick to offer its version of events, the people who were there found it difficult to do so; our attempts to live stream were thwarted by an overwhelmed system combined with suppression of services. For hours, the only reports available were what the mainstream media presented. Much of what was reported was true. Much was not. It is important for every American to investigate multiple sources of information and make your o...

Former Iraqi US Intelligence Asset on What's Really Happening in America

January 05, 2021 22:15 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Hamody Jasim was 12 years old when he was arrested and tortured in one of Saddam Hussein’s prisons. Hamody enlisted in the Iraq Army while still a teeenager, and was ultimately recruited by the United States Intelligence Community. He went on to become a major asset to that community - and to America-  by eliminating high-level Al-Qaeda and Islamic State operatives, and terrorist organizations.  Hamody was hunted and tracked by Al Qaeda until he was forced to flee to America in order to sav...

Sean Whalen On Faith, Self Reliance, And The New American Dream

January 01, 2021 15:26 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Sean Whalen is among the leading entrepreneurs in the mindset and lifestyle arena. His brand, Lions Not Sheep, is proudly patriotic and unabashedly assertive in its branding. Sean draws upon his personal and professional struggles to teach his community the lessons he's learned and lead them to apply those lessons in their own lives.  He's well-known for his unconventional style his community loves him for. Recently, he's been using his platform to speak up about the lockdowns, mandates, an...

Officer Parker On What It's Like To Be In Law Enforcement Today

December 31, 2020 17:12 - 20 minutes - 19.7 MB

Law Enforcement is one of the hottest topics of debate in this country. One political party paints police officers as villains, even comparing them to Nazis, while the other acknowledges flaws in law enforcement and seeks to remedy those while also supporting police officers.  In Episode #160, we brought Officer Parker to you. He is a Law Enforcement Officer who has both experienced racism and hardships as a civilian, and the direct impact of the anti-police movement as he serves his commun...

Exposing Corruption And Taking A Stand Against Evil with Craig Sawyer

December 30, 2020 15:34 - 27 minutes - 26.1 MB

Craig Sawyer is a former member of SEAL Team 6, and a veteran of the Federal Marshal Service. His federal career came to an end after he blew the whistle to expose leadership corruption. From there, Craig followed a path that ultimately lead him to found Veterans for Child Rescue. He and his team, including his daughter, who is a sexual assault survivor, work together to expose and bring to justice those who prey on children,  Craig shared details of his whistleblowing experience and his cu...

Share Your Voice, Inspire, And Live The American Dream with Eric Post

December 29, 2020 18:26 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MB

Eric Post is a Marine Corps veteran and a proud American family man. He has created partnerships and built businesses to achieve significant success. More recently, he has become an on-the-ground leader in the besieged area of Portland, Oregon, and an inspirational leader to people across the country who are seeking ways to restore patriotism and reclaim the American Spirit. He has become an advocate for the truth and for true unity, and a determined defender of the freedoms he and others ga...

Patriotism, Leadership, and How to Keep America Awesome with David Webb

December 28, 2020 17:33 - 11 minutes - 11.8 MB

David Webb is an acclaimed radio and broadcast host . He's a political activist who has appeared on news shows around the globe. Today he’s most often seen on Fox Nation, where he hosts Reality Check, and heard on Sirius XM Patriot, where he hosts The David Webb Show. Regardless of what network or what platform he’s on David freely shares his insight and commentary on all aspects of the political world. His outspokenness has earned him plenty of critics. Those with opposing beliefs and poli...

Wake Up, Kick Butt, And Win With Former Navy Seal Ray Care

December 27, 2020 17:18 - 18 minutes - 17.7 MB

Ray Care is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments in his years of service. He has since become a leader in mindset and team building, working with people like Bedros Keuilian and Jason Redman as well as in his own program, CONQUER. Ray has also been seen in blockbusters like Captain Phillips and popular shows like Ultimate Hell Week and The Selection.  Last March, Ray sat down with us and talked about lessons he’s learned that could help Americans as we entered into the early days of...

How To Stay Positive Regardless Of What You're Facing with SSG Travis Mills

December 26, 2020 13:37 - 12 minutes - 12.6 MB

Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis is a quadruple amputee, having lost portions of both his arms and legs. In spite of his challenges, Travis has emerged as a leader, advocate, and inspiration. He created a nonprofit to serve other wounded warriors. He became an entrepreneur. He is an in-demand speaker who cracks his audiences up while impa...

How to Rise From Hopelessness to Happiness with Glenn Lundy

December 15, 2020 13:36 - 53 minutes - 56.5 MB

In 2005, Glenn Lundy was homeless and suicidal. He’d lost custody of his only child, destroyed relationships, and allowed a successful career to fall by the wayside.  Today, he is among the country’s most sought-after GM’s in the auto industry. He is a proud husband and father to 7 children, with his 8th on the way.  Glenn is the creator of the Rise and Grind morning show that has grown into a major brand, and he is an expert in both business culture development and leadership training. He...

Former CIA Officer Ron Hammond Pushes Back Against Far Left Censorship with New Patriotic Platform

December 08, 2020 22:17 - 58 minutes - 61.2 MB

Ron Hammond is a former CIA Operations Officer and US Army Guard Officer. He has over 28 years in the Intelligence Community where he focused on the Middle East and South Asia, more specifically on combating terrorism and stopping the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.  Ron maintained professional involvement in the Defense Industry over the years, developing cutting edge technology and running related businesses. Today he is fully invested in his solution to censorship, the atta...

Behind the Scenes of Homicide and High Profile Crimes with Nationally Acclaimed, Retired Detective Don Tabak

December 03, 2020 14:30 - 1 hour - 64 MB

Retired LAPD Homicide Detective Don Tabak is a nationally recognized crime analyst. While serving with the LAPD, Don, and his team solved 100% of the cases assigned to them.  Don is now a nationally recognized crime analyst and  an accomplished Private Investigator, heading up his own firm that works domestically and abroad. From some of the most notorious cases in Hollywood, to the discreet cases of his private clients, there is little Don has not seen or experienced in the world of invest...

From the Marine Corps to Hollywood with Military Technical Advisor James Dever

November 25, 2020 23:05 - 52 minutes - 55.5 MB

James Dever is a former Marine who now works in Hollywood. His career as a military technical advisor for the biggest movies made started by chance, while he was still actively serving in the United States Marines. He was assigned to work alongside Clint Eastwood to ensure he accurately portrayed the role of a Marine.  After 25 years of service, James picked up where he’d left off with that experience, and pursued a professional career in Hollywood. With blockbusters like Heartbreak Ridge, ...

Forging Forward After Trauma with Veteran and Comedian Bobby Henline

November 17, 2020 12:06 - 48 minutes - 51.7 MB

Army veteran Bobby Henline is the sole survivor of an IED explosion. The catastrophic  injuries  he miraculously survived left him severely disfigured. He required years of hospitalizations and surgeries. But with all the focus on treating his physical wounds, the hidden wounds festered. Bobby plunged into depression that could easily be attributed to the scars he bears, the arm he lost, and  the altered appearance caused by those injuries. While Bobby was struggling through those things, t...

Be the Change with Anthony Russo

November 10, 2020 13:30 - 51 minutes - 54.6 MB

Anthony Russo had every excuse to fail in life. He grew up wrapped in the cloud of poverty, addiction, and constant stress. But instead of allowing his challenges to become his excuses, he turned them into building blocks to be the change in his own life. He went on to build a multi-million dollar business with 2000 employees before deciding there was more he wanted to do with his life. Today he is at the forefront of a new wave of warriors in a new battle threatening to overcome America- th...

From Rodeo to Leadership with Lobbying Expert, Former Intelligence Officer, and Veterans Advocate Don Bramer

October 27, 2020 09:00 - 52 minutes - 55.6 MB

Don Bramer grew up on a Kentucky ranch, riding rodeo before joining college and joining a fraternity. A newly elected State Senator was a member of the same fraternity. He suggested Don come intern for him, which led Don into the political arena working for several top politicians. Don’s decision of pursuing that political path or returning to his Kentucky roots disappeared on 9/11. That’s when his military bloodline and his sense of patriotism called him into military service. He spent year...

Love after Loss with Gold Star Wife Charissa Westfall

October 20, 2020 09:30 - 48 minutes - 51.5 MB

The story of SEAL Team 10 was widely publicized through the book and movie, Lone Survivor. Because of that, many of us know about the extraordinary courage and tragic deaths of the men on that Afghanistan mountain with Marcus Luttrell.  We also know that a Chinook helicopter with a force consisting of SEALS and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment “Nightstalkers” was shot down during a rescue attempt, killing all 16 men on board.  What is lesser known is the story of the men on that ...

How to Burst Out of Your Bubble with Travis Chappell

October 13, 2020 09:00 - 50 minutes - 53.9 MB

Travis Chappell is an expert on building networks and relationships. His own network is massive and the multi-tiered relationships he’s built are the result of the value he’s brought to those relationships as well as the value he’s gained. His success as a top podcast creator, a real estate investor, and relationship expert can appear to be all about fun and luck, but in reality, it’s a world away from where he started. In this episode of American Snippets, Travis shares his story of how hi...

Tactically Awesome with Army Veteran, Book Publisher and Space Force Member Erik Shaw

October 06, 2020 09:30 - 50 minutes - 50.8 MB

Army veteran Erik Shaw is the founder of Tactical 16 publishing company. Tactical 16 works primarily with authors in the Armed Forces, Police, Fire, and Rescue communities in a hybrid publishing model designed to be an affordable yet powerful outlet to write and publish their books. Having recently stepped away from running that company, Erik moved into the same work for professional athletes. He’s also a member of the United States Space and continues to offer brand and marketing support to...

Officer Parker: The Man Behind The Badge

September 29, 2020 09:30 - 56 minutes - 55.7 MB

Police Officer Gregory Parker captured the country’s eye when a news crew caught him on video running down and capturing a suspect. That video led to a call from the hit TV show, Ultra Tag, and from there Officer Parker’s public platform exploded. Today, even as he continues to serve in law enforcement, he is a well known Social Media Influencer who uses his platform to inspire, encourage, and lead others through challenges. He is passionate about representing the humanity behind the badge ...

Erick Poston: The mission and Story Behind Oakley’s Infinite Hero Foundation

September 19, 2020 16:16 - 58 minutes - 57.5 MB

For over a decade, our country’s military has been bearing the brunt of seemingly endless wars. Many of those who honorably serve are returning home with physical injuries that impact their lives, or emotional wounds that make it difficult for them to move forward. Too many do not return at all, leaving grieving families behind to carry that loss forever.  America is stepping forward to serve our veterans. Over 46,000 military-focused nonprofits exist today. So when Oakley, Inc, decided to ...

Christa Cairus, Survivor of Sexual Trafficking and a Spinal Cord Injury, on Surviving and Thriving Through Trauma

September 11, 2020 15:07 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Christa Cairus is a two-time author. She’s a speaker, a teacher, a mom of 3, and a Special Olympics coach. Her first book,” Beautiful Survivor, overcoming the statistics” shares in depth detail on her life as a young girl who was preyed upon and sexually trafficked.  Her story of horrific abuse and then a tragic accident that left her paralyzed just months after having a baby could have ended right there, but her new book, “Turning Adversity Into Glitter” shares the lessons in resilience, s...

Faith, Family, and Freedom with Major James Capers, Jr.

September 04, 2020 14:47 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

Major James Capers, Jr. is the son of a Sharecropper who was falsely convicted for a crime and fled to another state. Capers grew up in a time that racism ran rampant and the Jim Crow era was in full swing, but that did not stop him from achieving one extraordinary accomplishment after another throughout a storied career in the United States Marine Corps. His memoir, Faith Through the Storm, offers an in-depth journey of Major Capers’ life as a young Black American before, during, and after ...

Giving the gift of mobility back to Americans, with the American Mobility Project

August 28, 2020 15:11 - 51 minutes - 51.9 MB

Gary Linfoot was on his 21st combat deployment when his helicopter experienced mechanical failures, and crashed. Gary suffered a spinal injury that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Together, Gary and his wife Mari worked to adjust to their own new normal. Along the way they have been supported by incredible people and organizations like the Gary Sinise Foundation, which gifted them with a customized home, and the Infinite Hero Foundation, which gifted Gary with an iBot powered wheelch...

Drag Racer and Sponsorship Expert Jeff Lambert on How to Pay For Your Passions

August 21, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 54.6 MB

Jeff Lambert is a Veteran and Drag car racer with two track championships to his name. He is the President of Armed Forces Racing and founder of racesponsorships.net.  Jeff’s passion is to grow the sport of sportsman drag racing by helping grass roots racers improve their race programs through sponsorships. He also gives back to fellow veterans by introducing them to the sport of drag racing as recreational therapy.  In this episode Jeff shares his story of how he built a business out of s...

Is This Presidency Really Killing Relationships?

August 14, 2020 14:10 - 12 minutes - 15.9 MB

In this episode of American Snippets, co-founder Barb Allen responds to the ever-increasing assertion that the divisiveness in this country is directly attributed to President Trump.  We stand by everyone's right to express their beliefs and opinions but this complete BS and most Americans know it. This episode represents our own views on the true roots of divisiveness and serves as a counter to a particular article written by John Pavlovitz titled, This Presidency is Killing Relationships ...

From Prison to High Performance Athlete and Philanthropist with Mike Rouse

July 31, 2020 22:39 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Mike Rouse is an accomplished endurance athlete with hundreds of high-profile races and several world championships to his name.  He has trained and competed alongside some of this country’s most elite athletes in Ironmans, Ultra Marathons, and 24 hour runs to raise money for families of the fallen.  He’s also spent 14 months in a United States prison, and been locked up in a Turkish prison. He built and ran a nonprofit to support former inmates and smuggled bibles into Iraq.  Today he is...

How to Fire Your Family: The Ins and Outs of a Multigenerational Business with Chad Felderhoff

July 24, 2020 23:59 - 57 minutes - 57 MB

Chad Felderhoff and his brother Mitch run the multigenerational animal food manufacturer company, Muenster Milling. While Chad knew one day he'd be a part of carrying on the family business, he never imagined it would entail such difficult moves as firing his own parents, or such wild marketing campaigns like watching his brother eat nothing but dog food for 30 days, but that's exactly what happened.  In this episode Chad shares his own robust family history while applying the lessons they ...

Post Traumatic Survival with Marine Corps Veteran Ozzie Martinez

July 17, 2020 16:27 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

Marine Corps veteran Ozzie Martinez Jr. was 20 years old on 9/11. He immediately called a recruiter and initiated the process of becoming a Marine. After two back-to-back deployments, Ozzie had been through experiences that lead to him becoming declared 100% disabled due to PTSD. The diagnosis shattered his hopes of becoming a law enforcement officer and sent Ozzie into a deep depression.  After years of turmoil, Ozzie found the strength to rebuild his life. Today he is leading other vetera...

Faith Over Fear With Molly Trotter

July 10, 2020 16:09 - 53 minutes - 52.9 MB

Molly Trotter thought she’d landed her dream job as an anchor for a news station, only to quickly discover that dream was just an illusion. What she'd believed would be a platform to champion the underdog was instead a factory for producing fear and anger. Then she was fired without warning, and faced a pivotal moment in her life.  Today, she is leading a surging community of new entrepreneurs through the gauntlets of online branding and marketing. Her work is critical for the wave of Ameri...

Sean Whalen: Leading Like A Lion

July 02, 2020 13:49 - 57 minutes - 57.1 MB

Sean Whalen is at the forefront of the entrepreneurial , personal development, and apparel industries. His reputation as a hard-charging, patriotic, no bullshit kind of personality is not for the easily offended individual, but millions of people around the world follow Sean to learn from and connect with others who share an appreciation for his approach to life. Raised in a single parent home, Sean worked his way out of the underdog position to achieve wealth and success, only to lose his ...

From 14 Million Dollars in Debt to Rebuilding Multi-Million Dollar Companies with Billy Alvaro

June 25, 2020 12:15 - 45 minutes - 45.5 MB

There is not much about failure and success that Billy Alvaro has not experienced. His story is packed with extremes in both. First, there's the part about how he went from tending bar to building a career in which he handled over a billion dollars of transactions, and what impact a coke dealer had on that path.  Next, he crashed right down to the bottom. He was 14 million dollars in debt with no clear path out, and his world caved in around him. Faced with total destruction, Billy tapped i...

World Record Holder Steven Miller: Building Americans' Strength, Faith, and Balance

June 11, 2020 18:03 - 59 minutes - 58.6 MB

Stephen Miller Sr. is a martial arts expert, a former MMA fighter, and strength athlete with 5 still standing world records to his credit. He’s a high-impact motivational/inspirational speaker, trainer and mentor to some of America’s top sports and entertainment people.  Stephen and his son Steven Miller II have become a leading father/son motivational team in America. In this episode, Stephen shares his story of discovering his own strength and turns his own experiences into lessons anyon...

Singer and Songwriter Mary Sarah on Building a Career with Grace

June 05, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB

Long before Mary Sarah turned four chairs on the hit TV show The Voice, she was tuning in to the hearts of audiences from the Grand Ole Opry, to touring with Kidz Bop, and performing with country legends like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, among others. Mary Sarah has learned some tough lessons about human nature and the music industry, and credits her family and her faith with guiding her to the right places and people at the right time.  In this episode, Mary Sarah shares...

We All Have A Unique Gift To Offer With Singer John Vincent

May 29, 2020 15:01 - 58 minutes - 57.4 MB

John Vincent loves to sing. It's his gift, and it's what brings him the most joy. He's been dubbed as a "Crooner" for his signature throwback covers of the late, great, Frank Sinatra and others of that era.And if you're a Cubs fan there is a good chance you've heard John singing the anthem prior to each home game. During the current COVID-19 lockdowns, John is taking his talent to the streets of his hometown. At the request of local law enforcement, John is popping up all over town for impr...

Former Navy SEAL Jason Redman and Retired, Line of Duty Injured Detective Jason Schechterle Discuss How to Flip Pain into New Purpose

May 22, 2020 14:28 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

The only thing better than sharing one incredible person with our community is sharing two incredible people! This episode is from a live Facebook interview we did with two previous guests who have experience and lessons to share about overcoming sudden catastrophic events in life.  Jason Redman is a former Navy SEAL who survived several combat-inflicted gunshot wounds that should have killed him. Jason Schechterle is a retired Police Detective who survived a horrific on duty car accident t...

Constant Combat: Standing up against crime and evil with Craig Sawyer

May 15, 2020 12:39 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Craig Sawyer is the owner of Tactical Insider, which brings technical advice on weapons and combat to Hollywood. From his service in the Marines and in the Navy, including Special Forces, Craig has ample experience to draw upon in his industry.  Craig is a familiar face on shows like Sniper;Deadliest Missions, Top Shot, and Rhino Wars. He's appeared on various news platforms and was also named Maxim's "Maximum Warrior." Most recently, Craig is all-in on his foundation, Veterans for Child R...

One Funny Mother Dena Blizzard on Kids, Quarantine, and Crisis

May 10, 2020 13:07 - 53 minutes - 52.9 MB

Dena Blizzard is one of America's funniest and most-loved moms. Millions of people have grown to count on the comedian to remind them of the humor in every day life, encourage them through this quarantine, and connect one another to a community. Dena's videos on motherhood have become viral hits. Most often they become viral for the humor she finds in everyday life, but she often opens up to let people into the vulnerable side of herself, most notably about the challenges attached to advoca...

World-Renowned Hypnotist Marshall Sylver Opens Up On Current Events, Patriotism, and Emerging From Crisis

May 01, 2020 12:19 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

American Snippets is all about you. It's about bringing you up close and personal each week with people who exemplify excellence in their personal and professional lives, and who's stories provide clear messages and lessons you can find inspiration and insight in. We love giving our guests room to share stories they don't typically get asked about on other platforms. We find that these are often the areas our guests bring the most powerful lessons in. Marshall Sylver has been interviewed hu...

Entrepreneurship and Overcoming Adversity with Lawyer, Athlete, and Cancer Survivor Rachel Brenke

April 24, 2020 15:40 - 48 minutes - 48.6 MB

Rachel Brenke has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs navigate the legality of building their dream. She's built her own version of the American Dream as a wife, mom, athlete, and successful business owner.  Rachel comes from a military family and is also married to a veteran, which accounts for her pull to be especially active in the military spouse community.  In this episode, Rachel openly shares her personal struggles, from battling cancer, to building a business while raising a...