EPISODE · Jan 16, 2025 · 1H 56M
The Cost Of Inaction With Adam Lunn
from Gentle Art of Leadership With Matt Shoup · host Matt Shoup
Adam Lunn, a former Boulder County Sheriff's Deputy, shares his profound and life-altering journey in this powerful episode. While on duty, Adam responded to a call involving a severely intoxicated young man. Following standard procedures, he and his team transported him in a vehicle that was ill-suited for the situation. Tragically, upon arrival at the station, the young man, Demetrius Shanklin passed awayPlaced on leave and later charged with manslaughter, Adam fought hard during his trial but was ultimately found guilty. Accepting the consequences of his actions, he served his sentence with courage and resolve. During this challenging chapter, Adam devoted his life to Jesus, finding solace and purpose through faith. This episode is a sobering exploration of the cost of inaction—how the things we fail to do in pivotal moments can have far-reaching consequences. Adam’s story is one of accountability, redemption, and transformation, offering valuable lessons about the weight of our decisions and the path to rebuilding a life after tragedy.You can watch the body cam footage here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1fdFw6vzmA __________________________*Check Out Our Sponsors*The Foundry: Christian Executive Peer Advisoryhttps://thefoundryadvisory.com/ Attend The Foundry's Sabbath Retreat (Get a 10% DISCOUNT)http://www.eventbrite.com/e/965230268717/?discount=pourintopeopleHulk Addicts Hauling (Junk Removal): https://hulkaddictsjunk.com/Imprint Digital (Digital Marketing Agency): https://imprint-digital.com/M & E Painting and Roofing: https://mandepainting.com/Download Matt's FREE Business and Leadership Toolshttps://mattshoup.com/free-tools---------------------------------------Check Out Matt's Video Coaching Programshttps://matt-shoup.mykajabi.com/store---------------------------------------Check Out Matt's Upcoming Leadership Adventures to Spainhttps://mattshoup.com/spain-----------------------------------------Join Matt and Emily for their next Couples Connection Night Outhttps://www.mattshoup.com/couples-connection-night-out/-----------------------------------------Visit Matt at Café Sevillahttps://www.mattshoup.com/cafesevilla/----------------------------------------Check Our Matt's Might Men's Mastermindhttps://www.mattshoup.com/mighty-mens-mastermind/Read Matt's Books:https://www.mattshoup.com/books/Follow Matt on SocialInstagram: https://instagram.com/matthewshoupTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mattshoupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.shoupLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mattshoup/ Twitterhttps://www.twitter.com/mattshoup
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Adam Lunn, a former Boulder County Sheriff's Deputy, shares his profound and life-altering journey in this powerful episode. While on duty, Adam responded to a call involving a severely intoxicated young man. Following standard procedures, he and his team transported him in a vehicle that was ill-suited for the situation. Tragically, upon arrival at the station, the young man, Demetrius Shanklin passed away Placed on leave and later charged with manslaughter, Adam fought hard during his tria...
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