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Deborah Stone – Counting, Numbers & Decisions - Deborah Stone has taught at Brandeis for decades. Her books have often become the standard for understanding policy and decision making. Dr. Stone has taught at Brandeis, MIT and a variety of other places… She's got roots in political science as well as other social sciences. Her latest book Counting explains the fallibility of numbers. Get Counting on Amazon at amzn.to/3blukkh Joining us on this episode as co-host is Grant Martin who's working on his doctorate at NC State. During his study, his program uses Deborah's books. So, hit that triangle button and give this ep a listen. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/3d-YRDeTIb0 Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Wrote the book Counting Deborah Stone is set in stone As POLSCI rockstar Similar episodes: Mark Sullivan - youtu.be/RKliX9m6u8w DW Wilber youtu.be/in

Mitch DeVore – Counterintelligence & Psy OPS - Pete has known Mitch De Vore for nearly 30 years. They met in the Army during Counterintelligence school. Because being a badass counterintelligence agent isn't enough, Mitch transitioned over to Psychological Operations. With Deployments to Kosovo and the Middle East. Of course, Mitch can't just be a badass PsyOps warrior...his day job has him doing CI work for the DoE. You won't hear Mitch on other shows, but you will love this episode. Mitch has decades of service to the country. Whether as a warrior, a counterintelligence agent or a psychological operations operator...he's done it all. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/RdyKt8fwhbQ Haiku Psy-Operations That is Mitch's thing, no doubt He has done it all ​Similar episodes: Xander Bullock youtu.be/GYC79EEboFs John Green youtu.be/

Chase Hughes - Advanced Human Skills, Influence and Persuasion - Chase Hughes is a leader in the intelligence and human dynamics space. Chase spent almost a decade deciphering the human matrix. In an effort to locate the farthest 'wall' where human influence ended, Chase discovered that it didn't. He began to develop a map for influence and behavior profiling to enable people in our agencies to read humans, and influence their behavior. Get Chase's latest book Six-Minute X-Ray on Amazon at: amzn.to/3IIpPiJ Get more on him at: chasehughes.com Chase became disturbingly aware of serious issues that plagued our intelligence operations. From interrogation to asset recruiting, our national intelligence personnel was getting training that was no better than what they could have gleaned from a YouTube video about rapport, influence, body language, and persuasion. As a result, we were losing critical intelligence, neglecting opportunities, and people could be losing their lives. Please support the Break It Down Show b

Mandy Barnett - Every Star Above - Mandy Barnett, one of Nashville's enduring musical treasures who has showcased her mesmerizing voice on stages across the globe, started singing at five years-old. She has been singing since. Barnett's style is rooted in the classic country and pop crooning of iconic singers and timeless sounds. She delves into a song with a keen interpretative sense, getting right down to its emotional core and rendering a powerhouse performance through her "pipes of steel" (Los Angeles Times). As one record executive put it, "Mandy Barnett is a song's best friend." Get Mandy's a pre-sale copy of Ever Star Above on Amazon at amzn.to/3t5cd83 For more on Mandy head to her website at www.mandybarnett.com Part of what makes Every Star Above so special is the presence of Sammy Nestico on the album. He arranged the songs for Mandy and gave us this one last piece of his wonderful musical genius before passing on Jan 17 2021. Sammy remains alive through his music. For the live version of this episo

Cork Graham - 5 Acres and a Moose - In 1983, long before Cork Graham became a team leader on Discovery Channel's hit series TREASURE QUEST, he burst onto the international scene, not as an author, but as a photojournalist. As a fresh out-of-high school, 18-year-old combat photographer, he cut his teeth on the Kampuchea/Vietnam War and Hmong resistance in Laos. Get more on Cork at corkgraham.com Check out his other website: 5acresandamoose.com Cork Graham is a direct descendant of Mayflower passengers Edward Fuller and his son Samuel, and David Graham and his son Andrew, Colonial Army veterans of the Battle of Kings Mountain, international bestselling author Cork Graham is considered one of the best adventure memoirists and historians of his generation. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/UqQe7RhogNk Haiku He isn't a spoon He is a f

Carter Wilson – the Dead Husband - Carter Wilson is the USA Today and #1 Denver Post bestselling author of seven critically acclaimed, standalone psychological thrillers, as well as numerous short stories. He is an ITW Thriller Award finalist, a four-time winner of the Colorado Book Award, and his novels have received multiple starred reviews from Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and Library Journal. Get Carter's latest book The Dead Husband at Amazon amzn.to/3sSorAM For more on Carter Wilson, head to his website at carterwilson.com Carter lives in Erie, Colorado in a Victorian house that's spooky but isn't haunted…yet. He's so method. He talks to ol Pedro about when he figured out his voice, writing "dark shit" (his own words), writing his blog and newsletter, his goals such as a book per year, and much more in this fun convo. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of t

Margret Younis - Human Engineering & Behavior Training - Margret Younis is a law enforcement instructor, researcher, speaker, and the owner of Hybrid Academy of Behavioral Security - security, investigative, and behavioral risk mitigation training firm. She implements science-based training concepts designed to prevent suicide, eliminate workplace violence, and improve the mental health and resilience of law enforcement officers, first responders, and criminal justice professionals. Find out more about her company at: myhybridacademy.com Margret's passion can be found in neuropsychological research that explains behavior and decision-making processes in high-stress environments. She investigates concepts of fear, resentment, anxiety, PTSD, depression, suicide, resilience, and performance, including their correlation with the physical brain and psychological mind. Margret talk about all of that, plus her background, traumatic experiences from her past, her inner strength, and more in this ep, hosted by our

Bill Mankins - Trapped in Afghanistan - Bill has visited the show several times. Each time delivering incredible insight into Afghanistan. As the US and her coalition partners work to extract their citizens and Afghans, we must not lose sight of what it takes to succeed in overseas operations...and how quickly failed policy decisions can unravel any hope for success. Afghanistan experts Bill Mankins and Pete A Turner discuss elements of the latest phase of operations in Afghanistan. Currently, there are still an unknown number of Americans, visa-holding Afghans and people US coalition partners are desperate to get out of the country. Mankins notes that these exfiltrations are critical to reducing the amount of atrocity caused by the Biden Administration's irresponsible and bungled retreat. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/dzswsF

Graham Hurley – Last Flight to Stalingrad - Graham Hurley joins us from the UK. His latest book is called The Last Flight to Stalingrad. Graham's writing has captured the imagination of readers throughout the world. In his Spoils of War series he's focused on a Georgian, there's not ours, general who works with Nazi propaganda master Goebbels. Pete's read the Last Flight to Stalingrad...and says for World War II readers, it's a must buy. Get the book on Amazon at amzn.to/3sH7Xvz We love having authors on the show, especially international ones. If you'e not familiar with Graham, head over to grahamhurley.co.uk and you'll get why we already are in love with Graham and his work. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/dzswsFvvKh0 Haiku World War II readers Graham has got you covered Read his awesome book Similar episodes: Fredrik deBoer

DW Wilber – Under Cover for the CIA - Del W. Wilber brings over thirty years of experience in Security and Counterterrorism as a former Intelligence Officer serving with the Central Intelligence Agency and the Department of Defense in Eastern and Western Europe, and the Middle East, and in law enforcement. His expertise took him to Iraq from 2004-2007 where he served as an advisor for counterterrorism and counter-IED operations to the Commanding General, U.S. Army Multi-National Corps – Iraq. Get DW's Book In the Shadow of the Swords: The Baghdad Police Academy amzn.to/3gzdguy Get more on Del on his website: dwwilber.com Del is fortunate enough to have a character after him, as he tells us on BIDS, reflects on his experience while in active duty (they might have been in the same room with our Pedro) the situation with COVID and the danger of biological weapons.Joining us to co-host is an actor and ex Army Ranger Tim Abell. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.l

Mark Sullivan - The Last Green Valley - Mark Sullivan has authored lots and LOTS of books. He and Pete A Turner sit down and talk about his process, how growth and the latest book called, "The Last Green Valley". Get the last Green Valley on Amazon amzn.to/2PEMcyX Mark's book tells the tale of the Martel's, a Ukrainian family who lives on the edge of survival in Stalinist Russia. Then things get worse and the Nazis stand between them and a new life. World War II books aren't just about tanks and paratroopers...this time it's about family. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/2wxS9iFp2Mc Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku The Last Green Valley The Martels flee the Nazis Will the escape work?​​ Similar episodes: Glenn Zeitz - youtu.be/5Ww5bsw4YVM Henry Langrehr & Jim DeFelice - youtu.be/HRNVTD1PsjY Graham Hurley - youtu.be/F6FuMNMHKOc Join us in supporting S

Xander Bullock – The War Booty of the Taliban - COL Xander Bullock is a US Army officer who has served with the 101st Airborne Division, the 1st Infantry Division, I Corps HQ plans, MNC-I Plans and CFC-A Plans. COL Xander Bullock is a veteran of Bosnia/Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan and has been in service since 93. He is an active duty Colonel serving Brigade Command for the Corps of Engineers at the Seattle District. Xander Bullock joins us to discuss the process of determining what equipment is left in places like Afghanistan or Iraq. We've all seen the memes about the materiel captured by the Taliban as they take over US positions. If there's a guy that can explain how this stuff work, it's Xander. Read his bio...if you can't translate it...dude knows his stuff. Nice get Pete A Turner. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/GYC79EE

Erik Kleinsmith - DB Cooper, Hoffa, Zodiac, Cracking the Coldest Cases - Erik Kleinsmith Erik has authored books on intelligence analysis, found the 9/11 hijackers BEFORE 9/11, helped solve the DB Cooper case...and a lot more. Erik used to be Pete A Turner's commander in Bosnia when they were in the might 165th MI Bn. You'd imagine that commanding a company of spies would be the pinnacle of one's career, but that's just the beginning... Erik returns to the Break It Down Show. It's always a good time when we get to hear from him. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/_xObcxuacW8 ​Haiku Commanding the spies Just the tip of the iceberg Coop', Hoff', Zodiac!!! Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith - youtu.be/dL8Amy88504 Tom Colbert - youtu.be/d4KITBBnX0U Jennifer Bucholtz - youtu.be/3EnGhc6NEYI Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we batt

Kate Linder - Young and the Restless - Kate Linder was cast as Esther Valentine on The Young and the Restless over 38 years ago. She remains a key member of the top-rated daytime drama's cast. In 2008, Linder received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Linder was elected to two terms as the Television Academy's Governor of Daytime Programming Peer Group and was elected to multiple terms as a SAG-AFTRA board member. Get more on Kate's like, work and charitable focus katelinder.com She enjoys the best of both worlds — on the air and in the air. "Acting is my life and my creative satisfaction," says Linder. She never quit her pre-Y&R weekend job as a United Airlines flight attendant because it keeps her grounded. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/jjrCxnZe3Fg ​Haiku Esther Valentine 38 years, still counting Who can brag like t

Alex Vindman – Here, Right Matters - Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Alex Vindman came to the nation's attention during the first impeachment of President Donald Trump. LTC Vindman didn't think what he heard in the President's call to Ukrainian President Zelenksy was appropriate. Feeling compelled to act, Vindman reported what he heard...Alex's testimony proved one of the critical bits of testimony in the trial. Get Alex's book Here, Right Matters on Amazon at amzn.to/3m8Mhaj Long before the phone call, or LTC Vindman's report...partisan goals poisoned the US's government. Each party playing an ever increasingly dangerous game. Consuming people like Christine Blassey Ford and others as truncheons to attack the other party. When someone tries to do the right thing...ultimately sacrificing their career to stand up and identifying a wrong...does it matter if political parties control the truth? Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you i

Tracy McLaughlin & Joe Juliani - Real Estate Rescue - Dream Homes - Tracy McLaughlin and Joe Juliani are realtors who work on high-end properties. Their approaches are different, but the results incredible. Tracy runs "The Agency" a nationally recognized realtor who focuses on properties in Marin. Get more info on Tracy and The Agency at theagencyre.com Joe Juliani works out of Newport Beach/Orange County CA. Get more on Joe's work, and agency at joejuliani.com/ Pete and Jon talk with Joe and Tracy about working in a glamorous field, location and lifestyle, how accurate are the realtor TV shows, the situation on the market, baby boomers and their millennial children regarding buying homes and other realter talk. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/sAWkc_2AVZs ​Haiku Buying a dream home No small feat, that is for sure Come to th

John Green - Rescuing Afghans From/To America - John Green returns to the Break It Down Show to talk about the efforts to save Afghan partners that supported the US over the last 20 years. We've seen stories about the massive airlift made to move 10s of thousands of people...but there are also thousands of Americans working behind the scenes, with, through and, in some cases, in spite of the bureaucracy to get Afghans out of the country. For more on John and Will's efforts at Tarjoman Relief, head to tarjoman.org Will Felder joins the episode, he's a West Point grad and veteran of multiple Afghan deployments. He and John founded the Tarjoman Relief org in an effort to save the lives of Afghans trapped in Afghanistan. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/IXMfAvAaBgc ​Haiku Tarjoman Relief John and Will don't forget them Got to save t

Nico Marcolongo – Challenged Athletes Foundation - Nico joined CAF in the spring of 2008 after 14 years of service as a United States Marine Corps Officer. He is a veteran of the Iraq conflict and brings with him over 8 years of fundraising and event experience to benefit challenged military athletes. Nico is dedicated to supporting the rehabilitative needs of our troops and will lead CAF's effort to mentor and provide post-rehabilitation support to American service members who have suffered permanent physical injuries in recent conflicts. Support the CAF at: challengedathletes.org Take a look at Buddy Bowl at buddybowl.org Nico Marcolongo joins Pete A Turner and INTRODUCING life-long friend Kent Higginbotham as cohost. The trio talks about what was Nico like as a youngster, understanding the government, some more on the current politics, the Challenged Athletes Foundation and mucho màs. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/nAKUDmm4BSI Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly

Joe Posnanski - The Baseball 100 - Joe Posnanski has been named Sportswriter of the year by 5 different organizations. He's widely recognized as the best sportswriter of his generation. His latest book is a history called Baseball 100. Joe has worked on this project for years, slowly evolving it and crafting into it's current form. An 808 page opus of biographical baseball essays. Get Baseball 100 on Amazon amzn.to/3BhxBfI If you've got a baseball lover in the house, this book is an easy win...Joe is masterful in his lay down...thorough in his history and provocative in his numbering. Pete A Turner and Dan McLaughlin cohost this romp through 100 of the greatest players in history. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/_5BpCKG_EO8 Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​​Haiku Baseball 100 Joe's History of the Game Oscar lurks at FIVE ​Similar episodes: Rob Neyer - youtu.

Johnny Walker - An American Hero - Johnny was born and raised in Iraq. When the US invaded Iraq, Johnny, who loved America started working as an interpreter with the US forces. Johnny worked with the MPs, then he was discovered by the SEALs for his true purpose in life. During a break between SEAL rotations, Pete A Turner was given Johnny Walker to use as an interpreter. Much of what they did still cannot be discussed openly...but damn there were some adventures. Get Johnny's incredible book "Code Name Johnny Walker" amzn.to/3qhXx5M Johnny is a legend, a hero and now a grandpa. It's simple, he is an incredible American. If you don't know his story...get ready because you aren't going to believe it. We sure do love him...and we're proud to welcome him back to the BIDS. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/Z7Z5RPjVVXQ Haiku Interprete