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Chucho Escoto – Petgas, Plastic Waste Becomes Fuel - Chucho Escoto is working to solve two problems at once. His company Petgas takes shredded waste plastic and converts into fuel. The process is called Pyrolysis and it's one of the many efforts to solve the plastic waste problem...with plastic waste having value as an up-cycled fuel, we can now work to further extend the value of the petrochemicals we extract. To learn about Petgas head to petgas.mx Maybe this view of lengthening the usefulness of petro-based products will get us over the hump and start working to not only make this a viable solution to waste, energy and the democratization of energy. Cohosting this episode is Sandra Ponce De Leon with Pete A Turner. Expect more shows from Chucho. 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/dz5lMyIw1-k Haiku Swat two flies at once That's

Chelsea Rustrum - Web 3.0, Blockchain and the Metaverse - We're welcoming Chelsea Rustrum, founder, author and futurist to tomorrow's Break It Down Show. This is Chelsea's first visit to BIDS, but she appeared on Popping the Bubbl previously. Chelsea is a crypto-insider who discusses things like the evolution to Web 3.0 from web 2.0, the sharing economy, and the early foundations of blockchain. Check out Chelsea on Popping the Bubbl at: lnkd.in/dnR8MtFa As we continue to explore crypto on BIDS, Pete A Turner always leans on Sandra Ponce DeLeon's network to bring us people who are well past wondering if blockchain is a thing. Instead, we deliver folks who are shaping the already existing future by leveraging distributed network solutions to our centralized world. 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/PMfkxsRZx4w Haiku Chelsea, guide u

Burt Whitlow - US Army Counterintelligence - Burt Whitlow is one of Pete's friends from their time at D Co, 165th MI Bn. They worked at the same field office in Hanau Germany. One of the things that's makes these shows so interesting is the era where these two counterintelligence agents were in the Army. The Cold War was over and getting further into the past. CI Agents were going more strategic. The US wasn't going to wars anymore. As the military sought to change CI the Dayton Peace Accords were authored. That means putting NATO troops on the ground in Bosnia-Herzegovina. In an instant, Burt and Pete's careers changed direct. Instead of civilian clothes and overseas strategic assignments, it was battle uniforms and the unknown of a NATO combat deployment. Whitlow joins Pete A Turner on the Break It Down Show. Two old spies sit down and talk about the work they did/do. We're looking around and it doesn't seem like anyone else is offering two actual field experience spies, talking shop. That's pretty cool! Pl

Rob Neyer – New Baseball Rules - Rob Neyer has written numerous books, millions of words on ESPN, and countless interviews about baseball. He's also serves as the commissioner of the West Coast League. MLB continues to evolve as teams work to find advantages in math, the gym and by improving the minor leagues. The league is working to improve the game to serve a modern audience. In between these two elements is the 100+ year legacy of a league that in many ways still resembles the game played in the 1800's. Get Rob's book Power Ball on Amazon at: bit.ly/3OmqGsG As MLB begins its next round of playoff baseball, we feature Commissioner, Rob Neyer on the Break It Down Show. Pete A Turner hosts Rob for the, gosh who knows? 20th time on the show? 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/PMfkxsRZx4w Haiku 20th timer Breaks it down, never tire

Larry Strauss - Light Man - Considering that Larry Strauss' mother, Charlotte Rae, was arguably the quintessential TV educator, as Mrs. Garrett on the hit series "The Facts of Life," it should come as no surprise that he would follow a career in inner-city education and become an established author and journalist on the subject, becoming an award-winning 30-year veteran inner-city high school teacher who has worked with at-risk teenagers. Get Light Man on Amazon at: bit.ly/3AqEgVU In his latest book, Strauss delivers wild humor with relentless humanity, inspired by the struggles he shared with his parents on behalf of their own real-life broken son-his brother-and from three decades of teaching Kafka to inner-city students of color. 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/PMfkxsRZx4w Haiku Hey man, read Light Man From our dear guest La

Daniel Levin – Proof of Life - Daniel Levin spent his early years as the son of a diplomat in the Middle East and in Africa, which exposed him to many cultures, languages, and religions. Following his law studies and an initial academic career, he has spent the last twenty-five years working with governments and development institutions worldwide, focusing on economic development and political reform through financial literacy, political inclusion, and constitutional initiatives. He is also engaged in track 3 diplomacy and mediation efforts in war zones. Get Proof of Life on Amazon at amzn.to/3F4OCeo Daniel Levin isn't a spy, but he sure as hell went on a Bond like adventure. His book Proof of Life chronicles an incredible and impossible story of trying to find someone abducted in Syria during the height of the civil war. This story is true and it's CRAZY. 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 th

Dr. Hal Bradley – Crisis Victory - Dr. Bradley lost everything, went to prison and discovered his life purpose at the end of his sentence - which was to help those in need. Now, Dr. Bradley is an author, pastor, certified hospice nurse and guiding light to many. He was recruited by the Department of Justice and has served 17 years as a civilian contractor. He has a master's in pastoral counseling, serves as a minister to the homeless and runs a hospice chaplain. Get his book Crisis Victory on Amazon at: bit.ly/3E0hjdj Get more on Dr. Bradley at: drhalbradley.com Through his book, "Crisis Victory," he shares his personal and powerful story of his life as a drug lord who advanced from sinner to saint on a difficult journey to redemption. 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/PMfkxsRZx4w Haiku He's bearded and wise Through his book you'

Mike Guardia - Danger Forward: The Wars of General Paul F. Gorman - Mike Guardia is a former Army officer turned military historian. He writes several book a year on units or people who've done incredible things. Whether it's a tank company in Iraq during the Gulf War or the leadership of Hal Moore, Mike is the guy who captures these moments, skills and units. Get Danger Forward: The Wars of General Paul F. Gorman on Amazon at: bit.ly/3DVFYjd Mike's latest books features General Paul F Gorman - A 1950 West Point graduate, Paul Gorman entered the officer ranks during the inaugural years of the Cold War. Like many of his classmates, Gorman served on the frontlines of Korea. If we tickled your fancy, hit play on this good ep, and even if we didn't at first sight, why not give it few more chances. 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/PM

Dr Sujay Johnson Cook - My Fabulous Fifth Chapter: It's My Turn Now! - Dr Sujay Johnson Cook is a force. She's had a vast career with a LOT of success. She's released her 15th and 16th books, My Fabulous Fifth Chapter: It's My Turn Now! (Pub Date Oct 2021) Ambassador Sujay explains that there are Five Chapters in life. Get Dr. Johnson's new book My Fabulous Fifth Chapter: It's My Turn Now! On Amazon at: amzn.to/3DNsWFA Pete A Turner is proud to present Sujay and her incredible life and work here on the Break It Down Show. We try hard to always find intriguing guests, and Sujay Johnson is just that. Enjoy! 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/PMfkxsRZx4w Haiku Sujay Johnson Cook A book machine in the flesh Ambassador's plus ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE Taylor Greiger youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Mike Guardia youtu.

Kevin McNamara – Raised in Detroit - Kevin McNamara was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Kevin has been praised in articles by The Detroit News and Free Press for his characters and skit writing, as well as his energy on stage. In September of 2008 Kevin made the move from Detroit to Los Angeles in order to take the next step into television and film. Kevin is known for his role as series regular "Luther Montague" on the FOX Digital series "Suit Up" as well as roles on TV series Cold Case and Justified. This is Kevin's 1st appearance on the Break It Down Show. Pete A Turner is on the road in LA for this episode. 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/8bq8J8BgPME Haiku Kevin's rich CV Brought him to Break it Down Show Tell us your story ​Similar episodes: Vincent Darby youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE Perttu Polonen youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Janes

Marc Polymeropoulos – Clarity in Crisis - Marc Polymeropoulos worked for 26 years at the CIA before retiring in July 2019 at the Senior Intelligence Service level. He was one of CIA's most highly decorated operations officers who served in multiple field assignments for the U.S. government. He specialized in counterterrorism, the Middle East and South Asia, including extensive time in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prior to his retirement, Marc served at CIA headquarters and was in charge of CIA's clandestine operations in Europe and Eurasia. He frequently comments on international events in the US media, including the Washington Post, The New York Times, GQ, Yahoo, CNN, and MSNBC, and is a contributor for the Washington Examiner. Get Marc's book Clarity in Crisis on Amazon at amzn.to/3liPMeK Part of what makes the Break It Down Show great is having a guy like Marc talk to a guy like Pete A Turner. How often to two actual field agents to get freestyle and exchange notes? Bonus points for the listeners that can pronoun

Thomas Colbert - Gary Poste, Zodiac Killer Update - Thomas Colbert's team called the Case Breakers has broken the Zodiac killer case. Over the last 50+ years the Zodiac Killer has tormented, eluded and mystified criminal investigators. Recently, the Break It Down Show broke the news that the Case Breakers had revealed that Gary Poste was the killer. We've spoken with Erik Kleinsmith and Jennifer Bucholtz in separate episodes covering the Case Breakers work. Today the leader of the group, Thomas Colbert joins Pete a Turner EXCLUSIVELY to discuss Zodiac one last time. Here's the team's website: thecasebreakers.org There at many questions...and we aim to as many as possible in this hour-long update. Since the Case Breakers last appeared discussing the evidence that identifies Poste as Zodiac...there's been even more information discovered firming up the case. Also, Tom will reveal the lengths Riverside PD has gone to avoid the truth. Eric Hunley is joining this episode as co-host! Please support the Break It Dow

Craig Johnson – Daughter of the Morning Star - Craig Johnson has written some of the most successful crime novels in the past 20 years. His series featuring the Sheriff Longmire has created a franchise series on Netflix. Craig's latest book is another from Absoroka County's resident tough hombre Sheriff Walt Longmire, and is titled Daughter of the Morning Star. Get his new book Daughter of the Morning Star on Amazon at: amzn.to/3rSoxdQ This is Craig's 2nd visit to the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner. Our guest co-host is Hunter Baker!!! Johnson and Baker are going to team up and help keep Pete's bit yap out of the show. Let's see how Hunter does. 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/8bq8J8BgPME Haiku Netflix-worthy stuff From our dear guest Craig Johnson Read, oh and hit play! ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL

Taylor Greiger - Hell or High Seas - Taylor Grieger is the captain of Skeleton Crew Sailing and a former Naval Rescue Swimmer. Taylor was born and raised all over Texas before spending 6 years in the U.S. Navy. After leaving the military, he struggled with the transition to civilian life and was diagnosed with PTSD. Taylor was eventually inspired by his own journey to launch the Skeleton Crew mission: to sail around Cape Horn in order to raise awareness about veteran suicide. Visit hellorhighseas.com for everything on the film Hell or High Seas (Invincible Entertainment) is the true story of a Navy veteran's struggle with PTSD after re-entering civilian life, and his quest to sail around Cape Horn to calm the storms within. Listen to the episode where Taylor, OL Pedro and guest host Randal Reeves talk about the film and other sailing-related stuff, we're sure you'll learn a lot. 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 di

Patrick Richardson – The State of Reporting - Patrick Richardson breaks news. Patrick has been a working journalist since 1992 at community papers across Kansas and for the last 10 years as an editor for newspapers in Southeast Kansas, Northeast Oklahoma, and Southwest Missouri. As a freelancer, he has also broken major stories for national outlets. He currently blogs at StoppingInFlyoverCountry.com and can be reached at: prichardson@stoppinginflyovercountry.com. He was born in Wichita, raised in Southwest Kansas and currently lives in extreme southeast Kansas, with his wife, two Great Danes, an English Bulldog and 10 grandchildren. Patrick is a buddy of Pete A Turner and we're glad to have him back for his 2nd visit to the Break It Down Show. You hit play here! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Patrick Richards

Joe Towne - The Performer's Mindset & The Better Podcast - Actor, producer & entrepreneur Joe Towne has launched a new podcast inspired by Towne's own acclaimed workshops for actors, executives and creatives, The Performer's Mindset, established in 2018. The show aims to inspire and encourage its listeners through honest conversations with leading experts across film, television, sports, science, and music on the road to success. The Better Podcast's first guest is Emmy award-winning host, producer, New York Times best-selling author and Pac-12 Networks host, Yogi Roth. Listen to the first episode here: theperformersmindset.com/podcasts The podcast's inaugural season will also feature longform conversations with Lino DiSalvo (FROZEN, PLAYMOBIL: THE MOVIE), author & Creative Catalyst for Nike, Kevin Carroll, The Webb Sisters, James Beard nominated author and renowned olive oil sommelier, Pamela Sheldon Johns and Anthony Sparks (NAACP award nominee & showrunner for OWN's QUEEN SUGAR). Additional

Jeff Gottesfeld – Twenty-One Steps - Jeff Gottesfeld is an acclaimed writer whose work has won awards from the American Library Association, the Writers Guild of America, and the National Council for the Social Studies. He has previously written for adult, teen, middle-grade, and picture book audiences. Jeff's new book describes how with every step the Tomb Guards pay homage to America's fallen. Young readers can discover their story, and that of the unknown soldiers they honor, through resonant words and illustrations. Get Jeff's book Twenty-One Steps on Amazon at: amzn.to/3E681hJ Pete A Turner and the Break It Down Show celebrate Veteran's day with a truly special guest...and honor 100 years of the Unkown Soldier. Jeff will be speaking throughout the nation in support of this book. This is Jeff Gottesfeld's first appearance on the show. 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 li

James Rosebush – Reagan Staff Member on US Affairs - James Rosebush a senior Reagan staff member checks in with Pete A Turner on the Break It Down Show. James and Pete are going to discuss the current state of affairs in the US, whether its regionally, nationally or around the globe. James' experience working with the 40th president and many subsequent administrations makes in a marvelous resource that links the top level of the government to the ground truth where OL Pedro plays. This is the 3rd visit for James on the Break It Down Show, so enjoy the episode! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku He's a third-timer His selfless wisdom sharing Always welcome here ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE James Rosebush youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Mike Guardia youtu.be/33OR7ySeieM Join us in supporting Save th

Steven Kirkbride, Lil Boss Steven - Benicia Boy Rapper - Steven Kirkbride "Lil Boss Steven" is an independent Bay Area artist that is trying to keep the craft alive. He believes that one should study the roots of hip hop because there were strict Traditions to make an MC considered dope. A lot of these carry over from poetic and literary devices. AFTER ALL HIP HOP IS POETRY OVER A BEAT. For more on Lil Boss Steven head to: linktr.ee/LilBossSteven "There is something powerful to this"… Being human is to encompass all human emotions which include anger, animosity and pain. I believe if we do not have a proper outlet to put these aggressive emotions into something that can have a positive effect, Instead of being self destructive, says LBS… Hit play for other gems from LBS! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Hey Lil

Simon Morley - By Any Other Name - Simon is a busy fella with many talents. He is a British artist and art historian. He is the author of several books and catalogue essays on modern and contemporary art, and his art reviews and essays have been published in numerous magazines and journals, including the TLS, Modern Painters, Tate Magazine, the Independent on Sunday, World Art and Third Text. Available via Pre-Sale on Amazon at amzn.to/3nbAIzM This is Simon Morley's first visit to the Break It Down Show. He joins us to discuss his new book, "By Any Other Name; A Cultural History of the Rose. So if you love roses, definitely hit play on this ep, and even if you don't… You may start loving them. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Simon Morley, yall Artist, historian, Brit Rose-related ep! ​Similar episodes: Erik Kl