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Spartan Leadership with Josh Kosnick — 260 episodes

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Ken Rusk | The Ditch Digger Who Built a Nine-Figure Empire — Comfort, Peace, and Freedom Without a Degree

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Your Best Customer Is Dying. Now What?

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How He Got John Maxwell's Cell Number for $400 | Chris Welton

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What Marcus Aurelius Got Wrong About Legacy

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Why People Say “You Don’t Change” (And Why They’re Wrong)

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From One Can to a National Brand: The Carbliss Playbook

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How to Use New Tools to Buy Back Your Time and Win | Matt Schmitt

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Purpose Is a Verb: Dr. Christine Whelan on Redefining Success After Your Plans Fall Apart

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This is the Leadership Skill Our Culture Forgot

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Thomas Massie vs AIPAC: $35M Primary Fight & What Trump’s REALLY Doing to America

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Inside Vortex Optics: What Really Drives the Brand and the People Behind It | Joe Hamilton

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Neutral Thinking Under Fire: World Series Mental Coach on How Leaders Actually Win Today

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If Your Best Days Are Behind You, You Are the Problem

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Building a Business You Actually Enjoy (The Whole PIE of Profit, Impact, and Enjoyment) | Andy Clark

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What’s Really Happening in Iran?

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Success Simplified | Alan Stein Jr. on Discipline & Performance

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Your Leadership Formula Is Already Broken

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The Best Leaders Fail More Than You Think | Kevin Hohe

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Discipline Is a Decision | The Mindset of a High-Performance Leader

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4 Sports Stories That Redefine Discipline & Courage

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Why High Performers Burn Out Even When They Win | Stephen Scoggins

22

ICE, Protests, Free Speech & Media Manipulation Explained

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Scale Without Losing Your Sanity (Simple Systems That Actually Work) | Trace Miller

24

Leadership In Review: Foreign Influence, Minnesota Daycare Fraud & Rugged Individualism

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Why High Performers Keep Becoming Bad Leaders | Lyndsay Dowd

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What Does Christmas Teach Us About Leadership?

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Work–Life Balance Is a Lie: JM Ryerson on What Actually Works

28

What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Regenerative Medicine | Dr. InJun Chong

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10-Year Vision, 90-Day Sprints: How High Performers Actually Win

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The Truth Hurts: Cancel Culture, Hypocrisy & the War for America’s Soul

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Pain-Free Performance & Lifelong Strength | Dr. John Rusin

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Ben Shortreed | The Blueprint for Unbreakable Mental Toughness

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How 100 Men of Dane County Turned $1,000 Donations Into $2.8 Million of Impact

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Colonel Mike Murphy: A Leadership Masterclass from The Battlefield to The Pentagon

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Elite CEO Mindset: Control Stress, Build Discipline, and Lead with Clarity | Alsak de Silva

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From Navy Veteran to Pastor: Anthony Hart on Faith, Fatherhood & Leadership

37

Charlie Kirk’s Assassination: A Line America Can’t Cross Back

38

What Free Speech Really Means (And What It Doesn’t)

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Telling the Truth—Even When It Costs You | Mik Olson on Integrity, Faith & the Woke Right

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Prayer Changes Everything: How Coaches Can Lead with Faith | Mitch Matthews

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What I Learned After Coming Back To Life! | Alex Vonderhaar on Neuromarketing, AI & Influence

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He Built a Cookie Empire by Letting Go of Control | Bennett Maxwell

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Loneliness Is Destroying Leaders: How Connection Drives Performance with Shasta Nelson

44

Trump Bombs & Tucker Roasts. Is This Leadership?

45

Inside LinkedIn’s Hyper-Growth Playbook with Steve Cadigan

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Pat McNamera on Real Discipline, Leadership, and Why 'Basic Dude Stuff' Matters

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This Is Why Most Leaders Fail | Chris Widener

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The Clarity Crisis: What High Performers Learn Too Late | Michael Brownlow

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Joy in the Hard Things: Nancy Gale on Resilience, Craftsmanship, and Choosing Purpose

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Why Work-Life Balance Is a Lie | Michael Creed on Leadership, Faith & Legacy

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Nic McKinley EXPOSES the Dark Truth About Human Trafficking

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The Rock's Trainer Reveals the MOST IMPORTANT Lesson He Learned

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The Trump Effect: Why His First 100 Days Hit Harder Than Ever | Ep. 209

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How Dennis Rodman Got His Own Cigar - Adam Guard | Ep. 208

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What if Discipline Isn’t What You’ve Been Told It Is? - Craig Ballantyne | Ep. 207

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Tariffs, Teslas, and Truth Bombs | Spartan Leadership Ep. 206

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From Rock Bottom to Relentless: The Only Navy SEAL Turned French Foreign Legionnaire | Ep. 205

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Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas on Courage, Cartels & the Border Crisis | Ep. 204

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How Crisis Intervention, Therapy, Leadership, and Resilience Can Save Lives - Joe Smarro | Ep. 203

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Leadership in Review: Corruption, Leadership & The Truth | Ep. 202

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Adam Zastrow: How to Lead with Strength, Faith & Conviction | Ep. 201

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Ryan Williams: The SEAL Mindset for Winning in Business | Ep. 200

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From Security to Philanthropy: Alana Stott’s Mission to Make a Difference | Ep. 199

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The Neuroscience of Influence & Leadership with Rene Rodriguez | Ep. 198

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The Leadership Review: What America Needs Now with Jason Smith | Ep. 197

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NBA-Level Discipline: The Mindset That Separates the Best | Drew Hanlen - Ep. 196

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Authentic Faith & Real Community: Dave Bechtold - Outside the Walls | Ep. 195

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The War on Free Speech | Spartan Leadership Ep. 194

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Men, Mental Health, and the Angry Viking Therapist | Spartan Leadership Ep. 193

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How to Break Down Walls of Insecurity - Tyler Dickerhoof | Spartan Leadership Ep. 192

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Harnessing Gratitude: The Secret Weapon of Exceptional Leaders - Matthew & Shannon Missimer

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The 12 Days of Christmas - Leadership Edition | Spartan Leadership Ep. 190

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We Need To DEMAND Better Leadership | Spartan Leadership Ep. 189

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Unmasking Financial Fraud with Forensic Accountant Christine Brunner | Spartan Leadership Podcast Ep. 188

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Ian Sperry: Launching Leaders & Building the Kingdom | Spartan Leadership Podcast Ep.187

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Dean Stott: From British Special Forces to World Record Cyclist and Mental Health Advocate | Ep. 186

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Donald Trump Does it Again! | Leadership in Review

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Why Athletes and Veterans Make Powerful Leaders with JR Butler | Ep. 184

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Dominic Caminata on Mastering Sales with the Grosso University System | Ep. 183

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Trump vs. Harris: What’s Next for America? | Spartan Leadership Podcast Ep. 182

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Former FBI Agent Daniel Brunner Exposes MS-13, AI Scams & Government Failures | Spartan Leadership Ep. 181

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How Health and Wellness Drive Success with Justin Cobb | Spartan Leadership Ep. 180

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Change the World One Word at a Time with Andy Weins | Spartan Leadership Ep. 179

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Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities with Kary Oberbrunner | Spartan Leadership Podcast - Ep. 178

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Leadership, Strategy, and Legacy - Jonathan Sheeley | Spartan Leadership Podcast - Ep. 177

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Adversity Doesn’t Build Character—It Reveals It | Spartan Leadership with Brian Hemming - Ep. 176

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Trump vs. Harris: America's Future with Emanuel Whitfield | Ep. 175

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Janelle Trujillo’s Journey from Struggle to Strength | Spartan Leadership Podcast

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Combatting Human Trafficking with TJ Morris | Josh Kosnick

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Speed, Strength, and Mental Mastery with Brian Kula | Josh Kosnick

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Leadership in Review with Emanual Whitfield | Josh Kosnick

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CIA EXPOSED: Whistleblower Reveals Torture Secrets with John Kiriakau | Josh Kosnick

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Navigating Today's Political and Media Landscape with Emanual Whitfield | Josh Kosnick

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From Military Intelligence to Cybersecurity to Humanitarian with Daniel Hammond | Josh Kosnick

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Mastering Pricing Strategies with Per Sjöfors | Josh Kosnick

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Unlocking Connection Through Vulnerability with Sean Martin | Josh Kosnick

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Unmasking Political and Media Deceptions with Emmanuel Whitfield

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Purpose, Priorities, and the Path to Exceptional Leadership with Garrett Unclebach

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Shaping the Future of Real Estate Investing with Justin Spaulding

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A Navy Pilot's Story of Survival with Kegan Gill

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The Secret to Mental Toughness with Chad McGehee

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Shattering the Silence on Suicide with Alison Lager

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This Small Change Impacted This Veteran's Life Forever with Adam Smith

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Battle Unworthiness and Suicidal Thoughts with Nathan Manfield

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STOP Being Controlled by Corrupt Politicians with Emmanuel Whitfield

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Leadership From the Front Lines with Will Yeske

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Turning Your Business Into Your Calling with Calvin Correli

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Start Building Your Vulnerability Case Study with Garrett Jones

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Master These 2 Skills to Grow Your Faith and Leadership Perspective with Jon Macaskill

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America's Controversial Narratives with Emmanuel Whitfield

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The Blueprint to Building a Transformative Culture with Ben Utecht

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How an Immigrant Conquered The American Dream with Paul Salamanca

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Empathetic Communication: The Key to Solving Societal Issues

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Unpopular Beliefs: Challenging the Status Quo

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The Divided States of America with Emmanuel Whitfield

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How to Get Your Team to Buy Into Your Vision with Stefan Joens

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Turning Leadersh*t Into Leadership with Dan Tocchini

118

The Ugly Truth of Racism in America

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Leading with Grit and Grace with Amberly Lago

120

The Formula That Will Change Your Life with Jeff Fenster

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Leading with Intent and Impact with Brian Covey

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Molding the Minds of Tomorrow with Gerard Adams

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How to Survive Social Media Warfare with Phillip Koontz

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Paving the Way to Undeniable Leadership with Brian Hess

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Turning Pain Into Purpose & Passion with Anthony Lee

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Change the Way You Start Your Day with Glenn Lundy

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Government Lies & Media Manipulation with Emmanuel Whitfield

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Break Away From the Familiar with Chris Koon

129

Become an Alpha Underdog with Zach Babcock

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The Key to Achieving More

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Lead the Way to Success

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The 5 Most Important Things in Life

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Why Our System is Working AGAINST Us

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The Keys to Building a Strong Team

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How to Dominate Life the Navy SEAL Way

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How to Use Credit Cards Smarter and Travel More

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The Secrets of Digging Deep Into Greatness

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The Secret to 100% Client Satisfaction

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Building an Unbreakable Mindset

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The Game of Politics in America

141

The Firefighter's Redemption

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Fuel Your Cup with Gratitude

143

The Power of Authentic Leadership

144

How to Cultivate a Winning Culture

145

The Challenges in a Changing World

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Capturing Life's True Essence

147

Empowering Financial Success with Tyler McBroom

148

Unleashing the Warrior Within

149

Celebrate Wins as an Impactful Leader

150

Legacy Of Love: A Father's Day Episode

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Mastering Mindset for Greatness

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Inspiring Leadership Through Faith

153

Alcoholism: A Battle Worth Winning

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Reshaping The Conversation Around Mental Health

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Kosnick Family's Story of Love & Loss

156

Embracing Failure In The Pursuit Of Greatness with Mike Claudio

157

The Power of Second Chances: John Kevin Hines' Story of Overcoming Suicide

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Becoming a Stronger, More Impactful Leader with Adam Smith

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Design Your Own Destiny

160

Alec Ingold's Game Plan for Life & Success

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The Business Of Helping Others: with Lyle Nearby

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A Call for Authentic Masculinity with Sanyika Street

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A Savage Gentleman's Take on Toxic Masculinity with Josh Tyler

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Pursuing a Life of Purpose and Meaning with Clifton Muckenfuss

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Keys To Building & Marketing Your Brand with Marvin Joles

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Unity: The Answer To Our Divided Nation with Emmanuel Whitfield

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Leadership Principles from a World-Class Trainer with Jason Teteak

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Prison to Purpose: A Transformative Story Behind Bars with Brad Modrich

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From Rock Bottom to Purpose: A Story of Recovery and Success with Sam Kaufman

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Fentanyl: The Drug That's Killing More Americans Than Guns and Cars Combined with Brock Bevell

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Leadership In Review: How Cancel Culture and Double Standards are Undermining American Politics

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Maximize Your Potential: The Blueprint for Winning Big in 2023

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A Veteran's Mission To Better Lives with Gregory Birch

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From Serving a Life Sentence to Serving the World

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Authentic Leadership in The Christian & Secular World

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How To Extinguish PTSD & Have a Winning Mindset with Robert Verhelst

177

State of the States: Post Elections w/ Emmanuel Whitfield

178

How To Build A Successful Fitness Business

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Establishing Connections Through Embracing Ambiguity w/ Lindsey McMillion

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Win Fast & Win Often! with Mike Claudio

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Planting Seeds of Success Through Entrepreneurship

182

Building a Warrior Mindset with Chris Warnes

183

Mental Conditioning for Success with Ben Newman

184

The 2nd Amendment with Joe McGonigle & Emmanuel Whitfield

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Lead & Impact Lives with Effective Authenticity with Jordan Montgomery

186

Embracing Uncertainty with Tony Whatley

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Radical Remission: Healing From Cancer Twice with Dean Hall

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Leadership in Review: Roe v. Wade with Joe McGonigle & Emmanuel Whitfield

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Say Yes To The Prayer with Jade Gordon

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Achieving Sustainable Happiness with Dr. Niraj Nijhawan

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Scroll Stopper Branding with David Brier

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The Moment is Now

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Increase Performance Through Mindfulness with Chad McGehee

194

Adulting 101 with Pete Hardesty PT. 2

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How To Build Confidence And Win PT. 2

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How To Build Confidence And Win PT. 1

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Off The Block With Will Green

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Mind, Body, Soul and Business with Laura Holloway

199

Building A State For Business With Tom Still

200

Adulting 101 with Pete Hardesty

201

Bringing Diversity To The Workplace With Percy Brown

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Finding Purpose Through Passion With Thomas Williams, Author and Coach

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How to Empower Teams With Jeff Burkhart, Executive Director of the Literacy Network of Dane County

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Leadership with Paul Leverenz President and CEO of Easterseals Wisconsin

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Red Shoes Living with Lonnie Mayne CEO Author of Red Shoes Living

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Joy in the Face of Trauma with Austin Hatch, a Survivor, College Basketball Player, and Motivational Speaker

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Finding Success On and Off the Field with David Gilreath, Former Wisconsin Badger and NFL Player

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Walk Through This - Harness the Healing Power of Nature and Traverse the Road to Forgiveness with Sara Schulting-Kranz, Life Coach, Author, and TED Talk Speaker

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Neutral Mindset with Harry Wilson, CEO and Co-Founder of Limitless Minds with Russell Willson

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Relationships & Understanding Your Skillset with Tim O'Brien, Founder and CEO of The Healthy Place

211

The Role of Police with Michael Koval, Madison's Former Chief of Police

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Transferable Skills with Jonathon Orr, Executive Director of ATS

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Vulnerability By Example with Brigade Commander Col Eric Lopez

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The Power of Regiment with Greg Gregorian Founder and CEO of Lunar Branding

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Think and Grow Rich with Kyle Arneson Founder World Leadership Partners

216

Shaun Trudell - President Automation Arts - Leadership through Accountability

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COVID-19 with Chad Gaffney Director of Marketing Kosnick Financial Group

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Salary Negotiation with Ashley Powell Speaker, Revenue Consultant at Ashley Powell Consulting

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Creating a Culture of Creative Success with Mark Schmitz Founder - Creative Director at Zebradog

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Tackling Mental Health with Josh Shaw Founder and Host of I.C.E Cold Confidence

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Overcoming Adversity with Dylan Slattery 2x Cancer Survivor, Mental Health advocate, Performance Coach

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Overcoming Adversity, Creating Relationships and Leading Teams with David Cooks Author, Speaker, Coach

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Modern Entrepreneurship with Jon Eckhardt University of Wisconsin- Madison Business Professor

224

Understanding Audience Data to Transform Marketing Strategies with Tom Wiley, Publisher of Wisconsin State Journal

225

Developing Culture with Tom Farley, Performance Coach and Speaker

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Breaking Away From the Mundane with Conor Caloia COO of Big Top Sports & Entertainment

227

Brain Function Optimization with Dr. Niraj Njhawan CEO of the Leo Program

228

Myths of Leadership with Joel Plant CEO of Frank Productions and The Sylvee

229

Leaving a Legacy with Joe Boucher, Co-Founder Neider & Boucher

230

Secrets to Impactful Digital Marketing with Eagan Heath CEO of Get Found Madison

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Delivering on Experience with Josh Berkson Co-Founder Merchant and Lucille

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Diversity and Inclusion: A Pathway to a Competitive Workforce with Dr. Jerlando Jackson, Director and Chief Research Scientist at UW Madison

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Designing Teams and Building Culture with Beth Prochaska CEO at Potter Lawson, Inc.

234

Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained with Matthew Gonnering CEO Widen Enterprises

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Who Are You Going to Bet On? with Matthew Pletzer, CEO Lift Consulting

236

Scaling Impactful Organizations with James Tye, Founder and CEO of Clean Lakes Alliance

237

Your Leadership Legacy with Tina Paulus-Krause

238

Me, Myself & Ideas - Simple steps to unlocking big ideas with Carrie Anton, Author of Me, Myself & Ideas

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Failure - Counting Lessons not Losses with Jordan Kosnick CDO of Northwestern Mutual Kosnick Financial Group

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Train Your Brain for Success with Roger Seip Author, Speaker and Founder of Freedom Personal Development

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Team Development with Jordan Kosnick CDO of Northwestern Mutual Kosnick Financial Group

242

Swimming with the Sharks - Kate Field, Founder and CEO of The Kombucha Shop

243

Creating Massive Movement with Michael Johnson CEO Boys and Girls Club of Dane County

244

Return on Top of Mind Awareness with Spencer X. Smith CEO AmpliPhi Social Media Marketing

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Growth Over Goals with Jordan Montgomery CEO of Montgomery Companies, Speaker & Performance Coach

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Building People Up with Sandy Morales CEO Big Brother Big Sisters of Dane County

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Attracting and Inspiring Millennials with Steve Bench CEO Generational Consulting

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Exploring Madison, WI with Deb Archer CEO at Greater Madison Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Staying Cool, Calm, and Collected with Dr. Nestor Rodriguez CEO Carbon World Health

250

Impactful Marketing with Rowan Childs CEO Founder of The Madison Reading Project

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Impact Through Philanthropy with Dan Rashke CEO TASC

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Leading with Enthusiasm with Barbara Byrne, Vice President of University of Wisconsin American Family Children's Hospital

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Walking with Confidence with Scott Chalmers CEO of Chalmers Jewelers

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Power of Positivity with Tina Hallis, Author, Speaker, Trainer of The Positive Edge

255

Reaching for the Stars with Brandon Williams, former NFL player, Founder Kingdom Man Magazine

256

How to Show People You Care with Joe Sweeney CRO of GrocerKey

257

Intentional Behavior and Thoughtfully Fit w/ Darcy Luoma, CEO of Darcy Luoma Coaching & Consulting

258

Staying True to Who You Are with Jim Tubbs, CEO State Bank of Cross Plains

259

Exploring Alternative Thought with Henry Sanders, CEO Madison365.com

260

Earning Trust with Mike Victorson, CEO M3 Insurance