Breakthrough Walls
by Ken Walls
Welcome to Breakthrough Walls by Ken Walls, a podcast dedicated to shattering barriers and propelling you toward unparalleled success. For over five and a half years, host Ken Walls has engaged in powerful conversations with more than 550 celebrities, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into the stories, strategies, and insights that have driven these extraordinary individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. Ken Walls, a renowned business coach, author, and motivational speaker, brings his unique perspective and engaging interview style to each episode, making every conversation both informative and inspiring. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business professional, or simply someone seeking a dose of motivation, Breakthrough Walls delivers invaluable lessons and actionable advice that you can apply to your own journey. Tune in to hear from a diverse and impressive lineup of guests,
Episodes
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Episode 622 - Interview with Joe Ingram & Joel Buhr!
Put AI to Work: A Conversation with Joe Ingram & Joel Buhr Joe Ingram is the CEO of Ingram Interactive in Irvine, California, which provides sales training for automotive dealerships. He is a former Ford general sales manager. Joel Buhr founded First Direct in Omaha in 2005 and is the founder of...
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Episode 621 - Interview with Sherri Combs!
Protect Your Parents: A Conversation with Sherri Combs Sherri L. Combs is the founder and CEO of Silver Streak Senior Services and founder of Silver Streak Senior Solutions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. She is the author of the award-winning The Just-In-Case Plan and created the PROVE IT approach for...
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Episode 620 - Interview with Katie Loxterman!
More Than a Crown: A Conversation with Katie Loxterman Katie Loxterman is Mrs. Texas America 2026. She is a mother of five, works as an Online Listing Manager at Taylor Morrison, and founded Pumping For Preemies, which supports families of premature babies. She rose from childhood poverty to the...
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Episode 619 - Interview with Brandon Calhoun!
The Top Is Only Halfway: A Conversation with Brandon Calhoun Brandon Ray Calhoun, MBA is a product and technology leader whose career includes Finastra and Chase. He earned his MBA from NYU Stern. On May 23, 2026, he completed the Seven Summits by reaching the top of Mount Everest with 14 Peaks...
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Episode 618 - Interview with Brian Hess!
Build It Anyway: A Conversation with Brian Hess Brian Hess is the founder and CEO of The Pavement Group, which he launched in March 2018, and the founder of Top Contractor School, which helps contractors scale their businesses. Before becoming an entrepreneur he spent years in corporate sales,...
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Episode 617 - Interview with Dawna Campbell!
From Pain to Purpose: A Conversation with Dawna Campbell Dawna Campbell, known as "The Mind Whisperer," is an author, keynote speaker, and filmmaker. Her books include Financially Fit and The Abundant Soul Blueprint. She is executive producer of the films Pillars of Power and The Rise of the...
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Episode 616 - Interview with Linda Kaye!
Rising From the Ashes: A Conversation with Linda Kaye Linda Kaye is a Malibu author, speaker, and real estate broker. In January 2025 the Palisades Fire destroyed the home she had lived in for 28 years. She turned that loss into Rising From the Ashes, which debuted at #1 on Amazon, and her Rising...
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Episode 615 - Interview with Doug Momary & Emmy Jo Peden!
The Story Behind New Zoo Revue: A Conversation with Doug Momary & Emmy Jo Peden Doug Momary created, wrote, and scored the classic children's TV series New Zoo Revue, writing 196 episode storylines and more than 600 songs. Emmy Jo Peden co-starred in more than 190 episodes. The two met in 1969,...
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Episode 614 - Interview with Dan Armstrong!
He Found His Voice: A Conversation with Dan Armstrong Dan Armstrong is a Pennsylvania author, speaker, and musician. Born with a cleft palate and bullied for his voice, he turned that pain into purpose. He wrote The Adventures of a Real-Life Cable Guy, drawn from his roughly 30-year cable career,...
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Episode 613 - Interview with Nichelle Early!
Success Without Burnout: A Conversation with Nichelle Early Nichelle L. Early is President and CEO of BreakForth Solutions, an Inc. 5000 IT firm based in Centreville, Virginia, and the founder of BreakForth Ministries & Consulting and PreachingWoman.com. An ordained evangelist and Certified Human...
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Episode 612 - Interview with Mark Victor Hansen!
Chicken Soup for the Soul and the Power of Big Dreams: A Conversation with Mark Victor Hansen Mark Victor Hansen is the co-creator, with Jack Canfield, of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, one of the best-selling book franchises of all time. He is also a motivational speaker and the author of...
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Episode 611 - Interview with Austin Armstrong!
Going Viral with AI: A Conversation with Austin Armstrong Austin Armstrong is the CEO of Syllaby, an AI-powered video marketing platform, and the co-founder of AI Marketing World. He is the author of Virality and has created more than 6,000 videos, helping creators and businesses grow audiences...
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Episode 610 - Interview with Thomas Blackwell!
Change Your Language, Change Your Life: A Conversation with Thomas Blackwell Thomas Blackwell is the CEO of Say Do Achieve and a speaker who has given more than 1,000 talks. He is the author of The Liberty of Our Language Revealed. A former Division I tennis and soccer athlete and coach, Thomas...
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Episode 609 - Interview with Chad "Drax" Leach!
Politics, Satire & the Power of the Mic: A Conversation with Chad "Drax" Leach Chad "Drax" Leach (@Drax2431 on X) is a Michigan-based X Spaces host and entertainer known for politics and satire. He's part of PubChatINC and lives by the motto "If you can't be good… BE BAD." Join us for this...
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Episode 608 - Interview with Justin Benton!
High-Ticket Sales in the Age of AI: A Conversation with Justin Benton Justin Benton is the founder of Convert High Ticket, a Ventura, California company that pairs AI with human closers to turn old and dormant leads into $10K+ sales. He also co-founded Secrets of Success with Russell Brunson. A...
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Episode 607 - Interview with Ali Hopper!
Guardian of the Innocent: A Conversation with Ali Hopper Ali Hopper is a premier national and international authority in the fight against human trafficking. As a Hispanic-American, military spouse, and mother, she brings a unique blend of professional strategy and deeply personal "lived...
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Episode 606 - Interview with Mitchell Harlan!
The Pursuit of Precision: A Conversation with Dr. Mitchell Harlan Dr. Mitchell Harlan is a man on a mission to bridge the gap between clinical health, business strategy, and the ultimate search for truth. As a seasoned Doctor and a high-level business consultant, Dr. Harlan brings a unique,...
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Episode 605 - Interview with Colonel Rob Maness!
Leading the Charge: A Conversation with Colonel Rob Maness Colonel Rob Maness is a man who has looked history in the eye and never blinked. A retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and veteran of both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, Rob has spent his life on the front lines of freedom. From commanding…
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Episode 604 - Interview with Jordan Adler!
Cracking the Code with Jordan Adler: From $200 Rent to Global #1 At 34 years old, Jordan Adler was living in a garage, splitting $200 monthly rent with two roommates. He was drowning in $36,000 of credit card debt while earning just $14,000 a year. Even more discouraging, he had tried 11…
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Episode 603 - Interview with Patriot Rob!
Critical Mass: A Conversation with Patriot Rob Patriot Rob is the host of Critical Mass w/PatriotRob on WarBoys Studios, an independent podcast network. A biker and musician who describes himself as a First and Second Amendment absolutist, he built his following hosting and joining live X Spaces...
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Episode 602 - Interview with Chelle from ChelleShocked Radio
ChelleShocked: A Conversation with Chelle from ChelleShocked Radio Chelle is the founder of ChelleShocked Radio and ChelleShocked Studio. She spent years on SiriusXM with Tim Young, produces and hosts the X Spaces segment of The Rob Maness Show, has moderated The David Pollack Show, partners with...
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Episode 601 - Interview with Dexter Taylor - from New York State Prison
The Fight for Freedom with Dexter Taylor Dexter Taylor is a 53-year-old software engineer, data scientist, and father from Brooklyn who has become a symbol of the struggle for constitutional rights in modern America. A self-described "nerd and tinkerer" and a graduate of Stuyvesant High School,...
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Episode 600 - Interview with Jim Pfaff!
Jim Pfaff is a prominent American conservative political activist, strategist, and public policy leader with a career spanning over three decades. He currently serves as President of The Conservative Caucus (TCC), a grassroots organization advocating for constitutional government, secure borders,...
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Episode 599 - Interview with David Pollack!
Changing the System from the Inside: A Conversation with David Pollack David Pollack is an attorney, broadcaster, and political consultant, and host of The David Pollack Show on 94.9FM/950AM "The Answer" in Orlando. He serves as Florida State Director of The Conservative Caucus. He holds a media...
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Episode 598 - Interview with Lauren Walker!
Lauren is a spirited USBP brat and proud USAF veteran with a deep-rooted passion for uncovering truth and promoting accountability in Idaho politics. As a self-proclaimed travel aficionado, she brings a worldly perspective to her mission, fearlessly calling out RINOs and exposing political...
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Episode 597 - Interview with Steve Loves Ammo!
Steve is a decorated United States Army veteran who served with distinction from 2006 to 2014, including combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2009, Steve was awarded the Purple Heart for his service. Steve is a proud Texan, he is a passionate advocate for veterans and a vocal critic of...
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Episode 596 - Interview with Luke Lunkenheimer!
From small-town hustler to nationally recognized sales trainer — how one man turned authenticity into millions Born and raised in small-town Cato, New York, Luke Lunkenheimer turned a career-ending injury into an opportunity. With no degree and no plan B, he jumped into car sales — and within 30...
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Episode 595 - Interview with Valerie Francis!
Valerie Francis is a bestselling author, literary editor and co-host of the Story Nerd podcast. Her mission is to teach authors how to write stories readers will love. By explaining the craft of storytelling in a way that is easy to understand and use, she empowers writers to develop the careers…
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Interview 594 - Interview with Krisdee Clark!
Thriving After Breast Cancer: A Conversation with Krisdee Clark Krisdee Clark is a breast cancer survivor, keynote speaker, and author of the blog The Blonde Bombshell. She was crowned Mrs. American and was the keynote speaker for Susan G. Komen's Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. A healthcare...
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Episode 593 - Interview with Nick Freitas!
Nick joined the military after high school, eventually serving two combat tours in Iraq as a member of the Army Special Forces (Green Berets). He is a member of the Virginia General Assembly serving in the House of Delegates, where he has been known for his oratory and floor debates, with several...
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Episode 592 - Interview with Alex Bowling!
I've always had a love of stories! Coming from small town Ohio, what else is there? I was a very nerdy student who felt like I didn't really belong, so I always took refuge in the movies--stories that taught me that people could be both vulnerable and strong! I am a classic recovering…
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Episode 591 - Interview with Lonnie Wills!
Lonnie Wills is a U.S. Marine veteran and an accomplished technology and business leader with nearly three decades of executive experience. Over his career, he has guided large-scale organizational transformations and driven innovation at the highest levels, serving as CEO and founder of…
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Episode 590 - Interview with Jason Polinski
Jason has 30 years of diversified law enforcement experience ranging from patrol officer to lieutenant. He created, implemented, and supervised several innovative police initiatives. Jason received the Medal of Merit for researching, creating, and training thousands of first responders and...
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Episode 589 - Interview with Juls Bindi
Based in Austin, TX, Juls Bindi has been the driving force behind her self-funded ventures since 2003, specializing in sourcing, manufacturing, and strategic business planning. Her profound passion for animals and people inspired her to establish ZuGoPet in 2013. Over the next four years, Juls...
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Episode 588 - Interview with Aaron James Yager!
Aaron James Yager isn’t just about unlocking potential—he’s here to help you break free from deep-rooted traumas and subconscious programs, all while making the process feel like an adventure. As an expert performance coach, hypnotherapist, breathwork leader, and creator of epic experiences…
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Episode 587 - Interview with Jim Poole!
And at a time when “many people seem to have lost control of their lives,” NuCalm is the perfect remedy, argues Poole, the visionary CEO behind the stress management technology. “We have a tireless passion for helping people reclaim control of their lives,’ says Poole. “And we can do it with the...
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Episode 586 - Interview with Lauren Donahue
Lauren Donahue is a dynamic force in health, wellness, and the mind-body connection, known for inspiring transformations worldwide. As the creator of Unplugged Mornings, a groundbreaking 9-step process to help individuals disconnect from chaos and reconnect with their true selves, Lauren lives…
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Episode 585 - Interview with Pollitically Savvy!
This woman is absolutely amazing! In my opinion, she is one of the American heroes that helped President Trump win the election! She is Reg Dir (GA) Donald J. Trump for President 2024 🇺🇸, National Comms Dir for VFAF 📷, Marketing Strategist for Old Glory Bank 📷🇺🇸 Become a supporter of this...
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Episode 584 - Interview with Kay Daly
Communications, Politics and Purpose: A Conversation with Kay Daly Kay Daly is a veteran communications strategist and media coach. Born in Los Angeles and a UCSD graduate, she worked for U.S. Senators Pete Wilson and Phil Gramm, at Booz Allen & Hamilton, as chief of staff to Tex Lezar, as...
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Episode 583 - Interview with Daniel Riddle
From Aerospace to Generational Wealth: A Conversation with Daniel Riddle Daniel "Dan" Riddle is a managing partner of Excalibre Investments of Texas, a multifamily real estate investment firm based in Denton. He began investing in single-family homes in 2005 and moved into multifamily in 2015....
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Episode 582 - Interview with Lt. Col. Larry Brock - J6 Political Prisoner
A-10 Pilot to J6 Defendant: A Conversation with Lt. Col. Larry Brock Larry Brock is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and a 1989 graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. He flew the A-10 Warthog, deployed to Afghanistan and Kuwait, and earned multiple Air Medals. He was convicted on...
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Episode 581 - Interview with Kelly Bagla, Esq.
CEO of Bagla Law Firm, APC “Grab the world by the pearls! It’s yours for the taking!” Kelly Bagla has been nominated as the top CEO of 2024. Her integrity is exemplary, setting a standard for ethical business practices. With over 20 years of experience, she has become a cornerstone of the San…
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Episode 580 - Interview with Sara O_Meara!
Sara O'Meara, born Sara Buckner in Knoxville, Tennessee, was educated at various institutions, including Briarcliff Junior College, Endicott College, The Sorbonne, and Pasadena Playhouse. She lives in Paradise Valley, Arizona, with a son, John Hopkins, a daughter, Taryn, and three grandchildren....
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Episode 579 - Interview with Loral Langemeier!
Great interview with Loral Langemeier! Loral Langemeier is a world-renowned money expert, sought-after speaker, entrepreneurial thought leader, and five-time New York Times best-selling author, who is on a relentless mission to change the conversation about money and empower people around the…
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Episode 578 - Interview With John Baxter!
John Baxter of CEO of Anti Aging Bed Proven Innovator:25+ years in health and wellness, creator of Med Bed Technology, blending biotech, anti-aging, and biohacking. Massive Influence: Interviews on Charlie Ward’s channel reached 20M subscribers, with regular features on other major platforms like...
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Episode 577 - Interview With Martha Novak!
As a corporate coach, Martha has published two niche-market books of nonfiction, The Life You Want and The Teacup Prophecies. The latter is a book, but also an app for iPhones. She specializes in empowering human potential and national magazines like Fast Company have highlighted her as someone…
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Episode 576 - Interview With Zeek Arkham!
Reasonable Suspicion: A Conversation with Zeek Arkham Zeek Arkham is the host of the Reasonable Suspicion podcast, which covers policing, current events, race, and politics. A self-described "conservatarian" and professional roaster, he is an outspoken supporter of law enforcement. Join us for…
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Episode 575 - Interview with Meg Hays!
Meg Hays is a health coach, speaker, and best-selling author who loves nothing more than helping women kick anxiety to the curb and step into a life of wellness. With her years of experience in health coaching and her own journey of panic disorder, Meg brings a fun, faith-filled and holistic...
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Episode 574 - Interview with Brandy Diamond!
Brandy Diamond is a nationally recognized Dallas-based podcast host. Brandy and her husband Chris host the famous podcast Texas Wine & True Crime. Brandy combines her love of two intriguing worlds: wine and criminal mysteries. Brandy’s “made for radio” voice and her passion for storytelling draws...
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Episode 571 - Interview with Andrea Merrill!
Andrea Merrill is a powerhouse in psychology-driven marketing, speaker monetization strategist & coach, helping clients generate over $80 million in revenue. With 20+ years of experience, she helps speakers build thriving marketing ecosystems, making money on and off the stage long after the mic...
About this show
Welcome to Breakthrough Walls by Ken Walls, a podcast dedicated to shattering barriers and propelling you toward unparalleled success. For over five and a half years, host Ken Walls has engaged in powerful conversations with more than 550 celebrities, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into the stories, strategies, and insights that have driven these extraordinary individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness.
Ken Walls, a renowned business coach, author, and motivational speaker, brings his unique perspective and engaging interview style to each episode, making every conversation both informative and inspiring. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business professional, or simply someone seeking a dose of motivation, Breakthrough Walls delivers invaluable lessons and actionable advice that you can apply to your own journey. Tune in to hear from a diverse and impressive lineup of guests,
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