PODCAST · education
Higher Line Podcast
by Carry Trainer
What elevates a winner? Everyday is filled with choices on what to eat, listen to, view and think. We dig into topics on winning in life with leaders and high performers across many spaces and fields. Join us to walk a Higher Line together.
Episodes
-
He Hiked 10,000 Miles | Higher Line Podcast #277
Andrew Blubaugh is a former marine now serving as a Midwest police officer and passionate firearms instructor. Andrew brings over 20 years of military, private security and law enforcement experience. He also loves the outdoors and hiked the Appalachian Trail. To learn more about Andrew Blubaugh...
-
The Security Master | Higher Line Podcast #276
Jeremy Baumann, CEO of Corporate Security Advisors, went from small town cop in rural America to coordinating international corporate security serving the pharmaceutical sector. Baumann shares challenging situations early in his career as a beat cop and the importance of going hands on. He also...
-
The Killing Time is Over - SEAL Legend Cory Zillig | Higher Line Podcast #275
Retired Navy SEAL Cory Zillig returns to talk about his new book and reinvigorating The Site, a large Midwest firearms training center. Cory served twenty years as a SEAL and thirteen of those specifically on SEAL Team SIX. To learn more about Cory Zillig's book visit CoryZillig.com or follow him...
-
He Dreams of Burnouts and Potholes | Higher Line Podcast #274
Ryan Mcguiness is a mechanical engineer crafting new suspension technology for the racing industry. He worked many years doing research and development for racing shocks. Like any good gearhead, Ryan loves racy parts… especially anything suspension related. To learn more about Ryan's work visit...
-
School of the American Rifle | Higher Line Podcast #273
Chad Albrecht is a Master Gunsmith, Certified AR15 Armorer, and Technical Instructor. He founded School of the American Rifle in 2015 which specializes in the quintessential "American Rifle", the AR15. His passion is sharing his technical knowledge and experience so his students can maximize...
-
Is Jiu-Jitsu still the Best First Defense?| Higher Line Podcast #272
Jiu-Jitsu Professor Chris "Bones" Burns from down under shares how he came the art, drawing comics, a love for guns and transitioning to family life. Chris was born in the United States, but as the son of a world traveler talks about self-defense around the globe. Chris Bones is a 3rd Degree...
-
He Fights the ATF and Wins | Higher Line Podcast #271
2nd Amendment attorney Ryan Cleckner started his career as a US Army Ranger Sniper serving two combat deployments to Afghanistan. He best known for authoring the "Long Range Shooting Handbook," and "Advanced Long Range Shooting." Cleckner earned a law degree now champion's firearm rights with a...
-
Barber turned Music Mogul | Higher Line Podcast #270
Courtney "Bear" Sills is one of the entertainment industry's most innovative figures. His goal is to inspire the youth and assist them with understanding that their mind is their strongest muscle. Sills is a founding member of the label imprint No Face No Case that launched in 2019. He served as…
more -
Firearms History in Heels | Higher Line Podcast #269
Ashley Hlebinsky, executive director of the Firearms Research Center, is one of the foremost authorities on firearms history and material culture in the United States. For a decade, she was Curator in charge of one of the largest firearms museums in the country and served as Project Director on…
more -
What's a Sheriff's Job | Higher Line Podcast #268
Sheriff Robb Tadelman has worked as a law enforcement officer of McHenry County, Illinois for twenty-two years. Tadelman has served Patrol Deputy, evidence technician, Field Training Officer (FTO), and SWAT Team member. He also earned SWAT and Sniper Certifications through the FBI. He was…
more -
Health Hacks Aren't Hacks at All | Higher Line Podcast #267
Practicing family and sports Doctor Peter Kim discuss wellness, specifically maximizing quality life for active lifestyles well into old age. Dr. Kim is a lifelong martial artist. He helps people over 40 train hard while avoiding injury. To learn more about Dr. Kim check out his website at...
-
Gun Safes – Myths, Lies and Secrets | Higher Line Podcast #266
Returning guest Tom Kubiniec of Secure It is the world's leader in small arms storage solutions suppling elite US military teams. Kubiniec talks about the latest in gun safes, setting a new world record racing on the salt flats and picks up a guitar for old time's sake. Tom Kubiniec entered...
-
The Answer to Active Shooters is Violence | Higher Line Podcast #265
After served 24 years in the US Army as an armored cavalry officer Ed Monk entered public education working as a history teacher. As a teacher he was shocked with way active shooter situations were handled and moved forward to address the national problem. Since 2011 Active Shooter Ed Monk has...
-
Fisher Blades is Crushing the Marketing | Higher Line Podcast #264
Fisher Blades co-founder Chas Fisher was born in the swamp and raised in the mountains. He is a long-time hunter, climber and outdoorsman. Chas Fisher trained for over 25 years in Wing Chun kung-fu, and currently teaches Wing Chun in Seattle and Missoula, Montana. He also is part of the InSights...
-
Congressman Dan Crenshaw Fires Back | Higher Line Podcast #263
Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw addresses media controversy and talks about his service, both as a Navy officer and on Capitol Hill. The decorated veteran went on five deployments before being medically discharged in 2016. In Congress Representative Crenshaw is a member of Energy and the Commerce...
-
Does Big AG Really Care About You? | Higher Line Podcast #262
The Food Shed Co-Op breaks of the mold of modern big box style grocery stores across America. Retired food scientist Scott Brix, Board President of the Co-Op, gives us a tour of his proudest life work. After years of planning the Northern Illinois Co-Op opened its doors for service in May, 2024....
-
Can You Survive? | Higher Line Podcast #261
Craig Caudill is a best-selling backcountry survival author and lead instructor of the Nature Reliance School based in Kentucky. He has facilitated courses in survival, tracking, and wilderness navigation for students from 20 universities across the Southeast. He also collaborates with various...
-
Failure isn't bad, Be Faithful | Higher Line Podcast #260
Four-time Tactical Games Champion Jacob Heppner is a fitness fanatic from the Crossfit world. He started the #fitnessandfirearms, mixing CrossFit movements with shooting drills. Hear how Jacob became a modern athlete in this niche community. To learn more about Jacob Heppner see his Youtube…
more -
This Lady Can Shoot! | Higher Line Podcast #259
American Olympic World Champion shooter Lanny Oakley is a modern trick shooter at the highest level. She tells her story triumphing over adversity and breaking. In addition to shooting, Oakley is an inspiring coach, speaker and creative artist. To learn more about Lanny Oakley follow…
more -
Say Yes | Higher Line Podcast #258
Specialty Coffee Evangelist Jason Scott of Hermetheus Coffee in Olath, Kansas shares his personal journey from tech and IT to the booming field of artisan coffee roasting. If you've ever considered roasting, this is a must listen. To learn more about Jason Scott and Hermetheus Coffee follow...
-
The American Dream is Alive | Higher Line Podcast #257
A better target stand? Made in America? Plastics manufacturing engineer John Schwend came up with something better after years of recreational shooting. Schwend grew up on a dairy farm and started his career doing tooling for plastic injection molds. Schwend talks about manufacturing in the USA,...
-
Are your kids safe at school? | Higher Line Podcast #256
Bennett Fulkerson is a professional educator as well as firearm instructor who loves fitness and the outdoors. With kids almost back to school, Bennett discusses emergency preparedness in public schools. She shares her journey changing school culture to improve safety for our children To learn…
more -
AMERICA'S Jiu-Jitsu Hero | Higher Line Podcast #255
Robert Drysdale is a former MMA fighter with a 5th degree black belt in BJJ and co-founder of Zenith Jiu Jitsu with a gym in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also an established author with several books sharing his deep expertise in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. To learn more about Robert Drysdale follow him on...
-
Are You Consuming Enough Salt? | Higher Line Podcast #254
Robb Wolf is a well-known health and wellness advocate, a former research biochemist, and the co-founder of LMNT, a zero-sugar electrolyte drink. He's also a two-time New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, having written "The Paleo Solution" and "Wired to Eat". Beyond writing,...
-
Building Better Protectors | Higher Line Podcast #253
John Holschen served many years in the U.S. Special Operations community as an operator and a trainer. As a civilian trainer he has worked to convert his specialized skills in the areas of weapons and combative techniques into useful defensive curricula for private citizens. He is certified as a...
-
Life as a Member of the Gracie Family | Higher Line Podcast #252
Ryron Gracie is the son of Rorion Gracie and grandson of Grandmaster Helio, jiu jitsu's most recognizable family. He is a co-founder and Chief Instructor of Gracie University. Ryron is known for his educational series "The Gracie Breakdown," however a familiar face among MMA fans as well. He's a...
-
What Sort of Man Do You Want to Be? | Higher Line Podcast #251
Police training powerhouse Adam Haidary from the East Coast shares his background, ethos and LEO training resources. Haidary is a Christian, family man and former police officer. He is founder of EF Combatives, Effective Fitness Training, Police Posts and Stay Ready Supplements. To learn more…
more -
A Life Well Lived | Higher Line Podcast #250
Mickey visits an old life-time friend and mentor, Kirk Lindstrom. Lindstrom left home when he was 17 and lived off-grid in the hills. There he met his wife, built a log cabin and began a lifelong passion for wine making. Later Mickey and Lindstrom would cross paths in the carpentry trade. RELATED...
-
He Built a Top Holster Company | Higher Line Podcast #249
Jeff Mau channeled his passion for shooting into producing some of the best conceal carry holsters in the USA. Mau shares his personal journey from cop to entrepreneur. Fueled with a vision of uncompromising innovation, Jeff founded Tenicor and introduced its first holster in 2017. You can learn...
-
The Explosion of Autism – Brain Balance | Higher Line Podcast #248
Frank Amato is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist and director of Brain Balance of the Greater Houston Area. They offer a holistic approach combining physical and sensory training with nutritional guidance to strengthen and build brain connectivity without the use of medication. Stronger…
more -
Stranded Around the World | Higher Line Podcast #247
Cape Cod native Eric Pedi shares a true life of travel around the globe. As a young he worked on commercial ships out of Seattle and traveled as far as his funds would allow. Pedi went broke many times in fascinating locations like Easter Island, Sidney, Ireland, Seattle and more. Each time he...
-
Modern Day Gladiator | Higher Line Podcast #246
Warren Stout has been consistently training and competing in fighting sports for 3 decades. He received his black belt from Renzo Gracie in 2010 and was awarded his second degree by Renzo in 2017 and third degree by Shawn Williams in 2019. Stout leads Stout PGH, a network of four gyms in the...
-
Lessons from a Street Cop | Higher Line Podcast #245
Stan Campbell has over 20 years of experience as a police officer in Oklahoma City. He retired as a Lieutenant over a street crime team, and spent over 10 years on the Tactical Unit (SWAT) and has spent 15 years developing and teaching self-defense curriculum. Stan is a certified National...
-
Middle America on Fire | Higher Line Podcast #244
Former Minneapolis resident and corrections officer Michael Treat shares his experiences during the 2020 riots. After the riots he wrote "Minnehaha Falling: A Memoir of the 2020 Minneapolis Riots." Treat served for many years in corrections, law enforcement and private security. After the riots...
-
Bench Pressed 4X His Body Weight | Higher Line Podcast #243
Pound for pound Anton Kraft is the strongest man in the world. Kraft is a 4'4" record-breaking bodybuilder who's bench-pressed 500 lbs. In this fascinating podcast Anton shares a lifetime overcoming challenges, doing things people said he couldn't do. You can watch learn more about Anton Kraft on...
-
Vampires Save Lives | Higher Line Podcast #242
Army doctor Lieutenant Colonel Steven Schauer discusses best practices and emerging medicine in the emergency and critical care field. Dr. Schauer is a researcher at the University of Colorado working to improve our armed forces and inform civilian care. You can watch learn more about Dr.…
more -
Solving the 2nd Amendment Debate | Higher Line Podcast #241
Mickey talks to YouTube's leading gun law expert, attorney William Kirk of Washington Gun Law. Kirk is an experienced self-defense lawyer and former prosecutor. Locally he has been named a "Super Lawyer" by Seattle Met Magazine every year since 2003. You can watch William Kirk's YouTube Channel...
-
We The People | Higher Line Podcast #240
Mickey talks to Dr. Savannah Eccles Johnston, a political science professor from Utah specialized in US Constitution. They discuss intent of our founding fathers, past presidents and trust in our democracy. You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on Instagram or YouTube @SavyPolitics. Additionally...
-
Excellence Isn't Just a Word | Higher Line Podcast #239
Holistic combatives trainer Paul Sharp returns in this deep conversation on personal growth and the path to excellence. Sharp is a regular S12 instructor and personal trainer of physicality and beyond based in Idaho. Paul Sharp is a retired police officer and part of the Shivworks. He is a...
-
Today's Gun Law | Higher Line Podcast #238
Self Defense Attorney Andrew Branca returns to talk about current gun in the United States. Discussions cover Eminent Threat, Castle Doctrine, Duty to Retreat and more. Attorney Andrew Branca has three decades of practice experience, mostly specialized in self-defense law. He's also a Amazon...
-
GOAT Powerlifter Ed Coan | Higher Line Podcast #237
GOAT Powerlifter Ed Coan | Higher Line Podcast #237 World Champion Powerlifter Edward Coan has set over 71 world records. In 2015 he was inducted in the International Sports Hall of Fame. Coan shares his personal story getting into the sport and training methodology. You can follow Edward Coan on...
-
Silencers -The Gov't Doesn't Want You to Know | Higher Line Podcast #236
Computer programmer Dave Matheny shares his personal story founding Silencer Shop after terrible experiences purchasing his first two suppressors. Today their handy kiosks are found at silencer dealers across the USA, easing the cumbersome paperwork and processing for the federal government. You...
-
Secrets of the Ammo Industry | Higher Line Podcast #235
Mickey chats with Mike Stoker, new owner of Super Vel Ammunition. Quality, accuracy and high velocity make it the best ammo for concealed carry, law enforcement and beyond. Stoker's spent his entire career in the firearms industry. You can follow Super Vel on Instagram @SuperVel. RELATED…
more -
Building Warriors | Higher Line Podcast #234
Mickey talks to Seth Haselhuhn (aka Doc Huhn), a special ops mental performance specialist. Haselhuhn grew up in the Midwestern Montana playing baseball. In an unexpected turn of events while working on his PhD at college, he got tapped to help the US Military improve its training curriculum.…
more -
The Legend Who Knows Everyone | Higher Line Podcast #233
Scotty Nelson, CEO of the Cellular Performance Institute in Mexico and BJJ Black has lived like no else. You may know him from On The Mat. Tune in to hear how Nelson started training BJJ and once moved to Brazil. You can follow Scotty on instagram @ScottyOTM Cellular Performance Institute:...
-
Trainer of Warriors | Higher Line Podcast #232
Elite firearms instructor Super Dave Harrington is back for a longform conversation with Mickey about training and doing what it takes. Super Dave is a two time retired senior weapons instructor from the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare School at Fort Bragg, NC. He served in the military for 23...
-
He Fired 6 Million Rounds! | Higher Line Podcast #231
Mickey talks to longtime pro shooter Todd Jarrett. He's won many many championships and served as a firearm instructor for all the US Military branches. What you may not know is he got started as a HVAC tech... get Todd's full story here. You can follow Todd Jarrett on instagram…
more -
Are Revolvers Dead? | Higher Line Podcast #230
Mickey talks to gun smith and revolver enthusiast Bryan Eastridge. He's an Army veteran and retired Oklahoma City cop with a background in sport shooting. Now he teaches as a firearm instructor, makes one of the best concealed carry belts on the market and publishes timely content on American...
-
Micro Plastics, Testosterone, and Your Health | Higher Line Podcast #229
Dr. Matt Angove's mission is to help people accumulate health starting with the fundamentals of removing pseudo foods from their diet and replacing with real, whole foods. Many people also know him as the iron doc. He is the formulator of Blood Vitality, a fast-acting, easy-to-digest iron...
-
Logging with Horses | Higher Line Podcast #228
Mickey visits logger Dehan Courtney in Mercer, Pennsylvania to see logging with horses in action. Courtney is a ecological lumberjack typically running a sled of two to three Brabant Belguim draft horses doing select cuts for discerning property owners. This technique offers many benefits over...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
What elevates a winner? Everyday is filled with choices on what to eat, listen to, view and think. We dig into topics on winning in life with leaders and high performers across many spaces and fields. Join us to walk a Higher Line together.
HOSTED BY
Carry Trainer
Loading similar podcasts...