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Obviously Wrong

by Mark Caples

🎙️ Obviously Wrong w/ Mark CaplesBecause not everything fits neatly into a project plan… or polite conversation.This is the Leadership Knocks spin-off where I hit record on the thoughts that don’t belong in the Hard Knock University syllabus. Quick, punchy editorials on everything from water conservation to pop culture stupidity, political whiplash, and whatever else is grinding my gears this week.It’s unscripted.It’s unfiltered.It’s probably obviously wrong to someone — and that’s the point.Expect short-form rants, sharp insights, and the occasional side of sarcasm. If you want leadership wisdom wrapped in grit and a reality check on the news cycle, welcome to your new favorite soapbox.#HardKnockLessons | #LeadershipKnocks | #ObviouslyWrongPodcast leadershipknocks.substack.com

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Episodes

  1. America's 250th Birthday: The Founding Fathers Hated Each Other Too

    America turns 250 this year, and half the country can’t agree on whether that’s something to celebrate or something to survive. On this episode of Obviously Wrong, Mark Caples argues that we’ve confused the country with whoever currently holds the keys to it, and that mix-up is costing us more…

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  2. Treated Wastewater: Harmless or Hill Country Gamble? | Obviously Wrong #7

    In this episode of Obviously Wrong, Mark Dalton Caples breaks down:What “treated wastewater” actually is (and what it isn’t)What discharge permits cover — and what they don’tPFAS (“forever chemicals”), pharmaceuticals, and microplasticsWhy Hill Country karst geology makes this differentThe…

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  3. Perpetual Drought Punctuated by Periodic Flooding

    On July 4th, 2025, the Texas Hill Country experienced one of its deadliest natural disasters in history. In just 45 minutes, the Guadalupe River rose over 26 feet, killing 130+ people and wiping $200 million off Kerr County's tax rolls. But this wasn't just a meteorological disaster. It was a...

  4. Too Much Power In One Hand

    This isn't a political rant. It's a leadership red flag. In this explosive Fourth of July episode, Mark Caples delivers a no-holds-barred breakdown of how the American presidency became a power-hoarding juggernaut—and why that’s not just bad politics, it’s bad project management. 🎙️ From Caesar…

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  5. You Might Also Enjoy: The Fatherhood Exclusive

    Join Mark Caples on this special bonus episode of the Obviously Wrong Podcast, where he dives into the inspiring work of his colleague, Javon Burke. In this episode, titled "You Might Also Enjoy: The Fatherhood Exclusive", Mark highlights Javon’s book, Lead the Way: 20 Principles Fathers Must…

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  6. Drought, Data & Drama: The Real Story Behind Canyon Lake's Water Crisis

    In this special episode of Obviously Wrong, Mark Caples sits down with Ryan Spencer, Executive Director of Comal Conservation, for a no-spin, no-Facebook-drama deep dive into the real issues behind Canyon Lake’s ongoing water crisis. We break down: * The April 22nd community water forum (and why...

  7. Work-Life Balance Is a Lie

    Welcome to the first episode of Obviously Wrong w/ Mark Caples, the no-fluff, straight-shooting offshoot of Leadership Knocks. This is where I say the things that don’t fit neatly into the Hard Knock University Podcast — and this time, we’re kicking it off with a brutal look at work-life balance…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

🎙️ Obviously Wrong w/ Mark CaplesBecause not everything fits neatly into a project plan… or polite conversation.This is the Leadership Knocks spin-off where I hit record on the thoughts that don’t belong in the Hard Knock University syllabus. Quick, punchy editorials on everything from water conservation to pop culture stupidity, political whiplash, and whatever else is grinding my gears this week.It’s unscripted.It’s unfiltered.It’s probably obviously wrong to someone — and that’s the point.Expect short-form rants, sharp insights, and the occasional side of sarcasm. If you want leadership wisdom wrapped in grit and a reality check on the news cycle, welcome to your new favorite soapbox.#HardKnockLessons | #LeadershipKnocks | #ObviouslyWrongPodcast

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🎙️ Obviously Wrong w/ Mark CaplesBecause not everything fits neatly into a project plan… or polite conversation.This is the Leadership Knocks spin-off where I hit record on the thoughts that don’t belong in the Hard Knock University syllabus. Quick, punchy editorials on everything from water...

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