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Faith, Freedom, and Fun with JP Sears

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (JP Sears, Barb Allen) — Fri, 26 May 2023 09:30:00 +0000

JP Sears gained widespread popularity through his YouTube channel, where he delivers comical and thought-provoking videos on a range of topics, including spirituality, personal growth, and social issues. JP often uses exaggerated characters and ironic humor to shed light on societal norms. As this country veered sharp Left, JP began using his platform to push back against the lunacy.

What happened next in his career reflects the current state of society, while serving as a template for anyone seeking the courage to use their voice and their platform for freedom, too.

In this episode, JP shares some straight-talking insight into his decision to speak out, what is happening in our country and the world today, and how we can all use humor to overcome the assaults against our freedoms.

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Navy Corpsman Turned Performing Artist Releases Powerful Video Spotlighting Gold Star Moms

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb allen, shannon book) — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 13:27:18 +0000

"Dear Mom" is written and performed by former Navy Corpsman Shannon Book, along with his band, Deliberately Broken. The song is born from a request Shannon received, to write a song about Gold Star Moms.

For those unfamiliar with the term, a Gold Star Mom is a mom who has lost a son or daughter in military service. The term "Gold Star," when placed in front of the words wife, brother, sister, family, also refers to someone who has lost a loved one in military service.

With the help of Operation Encore, and the extraordinary talent of people like Director Chris Martini and cinematographer Chad Campbell, Shannon and a cast of all military families spent a few days on set filming the powerful video for "Dear Mom."

While the video reflects its military origins, the song has evolved to transcend military sacrifice. All you need to do is listen to the lyrics as if being spoken directly to you, by the person you miss. Then listen to it again, letting it wash over you - and let the bittersweet tears fall.

In this episode, Shannon Book shares his personal story of service and working for years to see his dreams become reality. He shares insight on what it takes to never stop believing in that dream. He takes us behind the scenes of the filming, as well.

To Protect AND Serve with Deputy Bryan Woodard

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (deputy bryan woodard, barb allen) — Fri, 7 Apr 2023 13:48:47 +0000

We are just weeks away from our second annual Great American Summit, and so happy to announce that Deputy Bryan Woodard will be attending as a Special Guest and Panel Speaker.

Deputy Woodard has a long career in law enforcement, from working in prisons , a period of time as a SWAT Officer, earning the Honor of Merit and two life saving medals, to his current position with the Tarrant County Constable's Office.

Deputy Woodard's gracious nature, coupled with an infectious laugh and what seems like an ever-present readiness to engage in mischief, makes him the kind of Law Enforcement Officer people sometimes actually want to surrender to. In fact at least one murder suspect went so far as to contact the Deputy on social media to arrange a quiet surrender.

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Why We Are Supporting the Carry the Load Organization

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (clint bruce, Barb Allen) — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 11:13:55 +0000

With just two months to go until our Great American Summit, it's time to connect you with our event beneficiaries. First up is Carry the Load. This is an organization whose mission statement should resonate strongly with all of us, but which resonates deeply with co-founder Barb Allen, Whose husband Lou was killed in Iraq- just 10 days after he deployed on Memorial Day, 2005.

Former Navy SEAL Clint Bruce was at a backyard BBQ one Memorial Day weekend when a sudden weight overcame him. Unsure how to process the emotions that hit him, CLint laced up his boots and went for a walk, leaving the meat on the grill. Clint is unsure how far he walked that day, but a few miles into his journey he encountered another veteran. This man was seasoned- his service took place when Clint was just a boy- and he recognized a troubled soul when he saw one.

With a soft smile and gentle voice he asked Clint, "Who are you carrying?"

And that was the moment Carry the Load was born.

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How Barry Morgenstein, a Conservative Headshot Photographer Rose to the Top in One of America’s Most Blue Cities

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barry Morgenstein, Barb Allen) — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 16:40:53 +0000

Barry Morgenstein never set out with a goal of becoming the Go To Headshot Photographer for Conservative Celebrities, public figures, or aspiring success stories. In fact, if you went back in time to tell younger, Liberal Barry, an aspiring musician, that this would be his path, he’d never believe you. And yet here he is, not just an award winning, top-of-the-food chain photographer, but an outspoken Conservative who’s managed to rise to the top in none other than New York City - one of the most liberal cities in one the most Liberal-controlled states in the country.

In this episode Barry Morgenstein shares his story of turning rejection into inspiration, building a top business in one of the most competitive cities in the world, and finding the fortitude to stand up for what he believes in, in spite of today’s Cancel Culture.

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AI: How to dominate it Before it Dominates You with Eric Post

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Eric Post) — Thu, 9 Mar 2023 11:58:11 +0000

Our friend Eric Post is getting ready to launch another new company - one that promises to help people use AI to expand their reach and capabilities instead of replacing themselves. Huzi.ai is now accepting registration for updates and Beta testing.

Eric’s history as a United States Marine, an entrepreneur whose company has handled billions of dollars in real estate transactions, his experiences as a business owner and resident of the Portland, Oregon area who was directly impacted by the lunacy and riots, and his gut-punching documentary on that lunacy across our country that is soon to be released are all extremely fascinating, we aren’t here for those today.

Don’t worry- we covered those areas in earlier interviews with Eric, back when we were American Snippets. Today it’s all about artificial intelligence and its implications for good or evil.

Watch and listen to this episode with Eric Post as he unpacks important AI issues we all need to understand.

Here are just a few topics discussed:

Why it’s important to explore how AI can make us better, instead of how it can make our lives easier
The value of human beings vs machines
What careers have the most potential for being replaceable with AI
One thing people use AI for without realizing it makes them irrelevant
Huzi.ai and what it offers people who want to use AI to dominate
The potential perils of AI, if improperly applied
The potential benefits of AI, when properly applied
Will AI lead to needing a Universal Basic Income?
What will AI do to Google searches?
Deep fakes
Who should be the gatekeepers of AI

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The Untold impact of Being Transgender, with Former Navy SEAL Chris Beck

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Chris Beck, Barb Allen) — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 12:59:36 +0000

Retired Navy SEAL Chris Beck served in our military for 20 years. His service included thirteen deployments, seven of which were in combat zones.

Every day of his service Upon his retirement, Beck stunned the SEAL community when he stepped into life as a transgender woman.

Then, he surprised everyone again when he de-transitioned years later.

The emotional and physical stress of these major transitions in life are monumental. The ripple effects on relationships, the hostility from strangers, the manipulation by people who used Chris for their own agendas- were all compounded by the very public nature of his story.

Now engaged to a woman he loves, Chris is determined to use his experience and platform to educate others on the realities of gender dysphoria and the complexities attached to it.

Here are a few of the topics discussed in this episode:

- Being a "trophy" for the LGBTQ community
- The ability to support and respect people within a community, while recognizing the negative aspects of that community
- How relationships change within the evolution of a transgender life
- A message to transgender teenagers and their parents Death threats
- What true courage is
- The conviction to use a personal struggle and lessons learned, to guide and help others
- Why Chris stepped forward to speak out in spite of how difficult it can be to share personal life situations in public

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How Women Can Defend Gun Rights with Dianna Muller

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dianna Muller, Barb Allen) — Thu, 2 Feb 2023 13:04:59 +0000

With 22 years in law enforcement, it's safe to say Dianna Muller knows a thing or two about firearms and gun violence.

If those credentials aren't enough to clinch her credibility, go ahead and add in the following: She's a two-time national 3-gun champion and professional shooter. She is a CLEET law enforcement firearms instructor, a member of the NRA Law Enforcement committee, and a subcommittee member of the Department of Interior Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation Council. She is a host of the Shooting Gallery on the Outdoor Channel, and the founder of the DC Project.

And as a woman in law enforcement, it's also safe to say she understands the potentially life-saving difference it can make for a woman to be able to defend herself with a gun, if necessary.

That's why Dianna Muller is now dedicating herself to defending gun rights. The door has been cracked wide open, and there are people in power who are trying to come for our guns.

Dianna Muller doesn't particularly want to spend all her time and resources defending Americans from the very people entrusted with our freedom, but if people like her do not... who will?

That's why she created the DC Project, a nationwide organization of women committed to safeguarding the Second Amendment.

In this episode, Dianna walks us through her expertise and experiences in the defense of gun rights, and explains how women, in particular, can become a force in this area.

Here are some topics discussed:

Dianna's path to law enforcement
Advances being made by those who seek to restrict gun rights
Differences between people in different levels of law enforcement
Some ways the Far Left manipulates facts and tragedies as reasons to restrict gun rights
The DC Project- what it is, who it serves, how we can help
Testifying before Congress
Education, not legislation
WOFT: West Orlando Firearms and Self Defense Training
Situational awareness
Becoming a hard target

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Benghazi Was Just A Beginning with Kris Paronto

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, kris paronto) — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:15:46 +0000

Who can ever forget the hubris of Hillary Clinton, as she sat before the world and spat out in exasperation, “ ..What difference at this point does it make?!”

That moment was enough for us all to understand that the four Americans who died in Benghazi, as well as those who survived, were now just a nuisance in the eyes of the government. Or at least, in the eyes of the people holding power in the government.

None of the survivors expected a parade or medals, but they certainly deserved both. And yet, instead, what they got was disdain and contempt from the people whose political careers mattered more than the lives they used to advance themselves.

It’s no wonder that they felt a need to tell the world what really happened that night. But the aftermath of the blockbuster moving and best-selling book about those 13 hours swept them up in a whirlwind that knocked Kris “Tanto” Paronto off his path. For him, it was the beginning of a series of events that altered his life completely.

In this episode, Kris Paronto takes us on that path with him, from the seduction of the spotlight, to the carnage it caused, and how he rebuilt after all of it. Here are some of the topics discussed:

The business side of the book, 13 Hours
Inner conflict between guilt and enjoyment
Coping mechanisms that created more carnage in his life
Lessons learned from his mistakes
The difference between speaking about pain, vs providing value
Dealing with haters
The interview with Pete Hegseth that prompted Kris to walk away from media
Mentors

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Overcoming Adversity with former Prisoner of War, Jessica Lynch

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (jessica lynch, barb allen) — Tue, 3 Jan 2023 11:12:35 +0000

Jessica Lynch was just a teenager when she enlisted in the United States Army. It was pre-9/11 when young Jessica signed on that dotted line. She and her family knew war was always a potential possibility, but didn't dwell on it.

Then 9/11 came, and everything changed. Nineteen-y-ear-old Private First class Jessica Lynch deployed to Iraq and was captured by enemy forces. Eleven of her friends died as a result of the incident that led to her capture, while others were captured with her. On April 1, 2003, Jessica's dramatic rescue became national news.

While Jessica struggled to heal from her significant injuries as well as process her grief and trauma, media outlets ran amuck with their headlines. One false story after another appeared, compounding Jessica's stress.

Finally, when she was officially discharged from the military several months later, Jessica was free to tell her story publicly.

Today, twenty years later, Jessica still tells her story, along with the story of her own growth and recovery. Her soft spoken, almost shy demeanor presents a stark contrast with the intensity and courage of her story.

In this episode, Jessica shares some of her story with us, as well as lessons she has pulled from her experiences. Here are a few topics touched upon:

How Jessica was captured
Military service as a teenager
Snippets of Jessica's experience as a POW
What it's like to have your personal pain and struggles, become national news
Inaccuracy of the media reports, and the impact that had on Jessica
Grief
PTSD and Survivor's Guilt
Rebuilding her life

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Faith and Freedom in American Families with Kirk Cameron

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (kirk cameron, barb allen, barbara allen) — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:30:45 +0000

Kirk Cameron became a household name and a teenage crush across America, back in the days before social media and endless streaming platforms drowned us all with entertainment options. Today, Kirk is using the momentum and experience he gained from that time to fulfill his own calling.

Kirk has stepped away from what Hollywood has become and is creating his own faith-based entertainment and education platforms. From movies like Lifemark, which bring the beauty of things like adoption to the forefront, to his Homeschool Revolution documentary, to his faith based children's book, 'As You Grow', which libraries are refusing to allow him to present a story hour for, Kirk is ceaseless in his commitment restore faith, hope, and family values in hearts and minds across America.

In this brief but power packed episode, Kirk Cameron takes off at a gallop and never slows down as he speaks about his path, his family, his faith, and how all of those things tie in to saving not just America, but humanity from the forces of evil currently being deployed against us all.

If you are like us, you are thirsty for any opportunity to flame the fans of hope and faith in your life. Kirk delivers that flame in this sizzling interview that has already become a fan favorite.

Here are a few topics we discussed with Kirk Cameron:

Kirk's new movie, Lifemark
Camp Firefly, the annual program he and his wife run, for terminally ill children and their families
Adoption and its beauty in his own family
Repairing a broken marriage
The self-fulfilling prophecy and its connection to the future of our country
The impact government has on education
What is more powerful than the power of evil
What we can do as individuals, to overcome the assault on goodness in the world

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From the Border Patrol, to Prison, then Pardoned by Trump

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Border Patrol Agent Gary Brugman, was just doing his job one night in January 2001 when he apprehended one of several men attempting to cross our border illegally. When the man refused to comply with orders from Brugman's co-worker, Brugman placed his boot on the man's back and pushed him back down to a sitting position, where he would not pose a threat to anyone's safety.

Much to Brugman's surprise, complaints from this illegal alien launched a series of events that culminated with Gary spending two years in prison. His career ruined, his years of service both in the Coast Guard and the Border Patrol now out-shadowed with a felony conviction, Brugman faced an uphill climb on his path to rebuild his life once released. So when President Trump pardoned Gary in 2020, it meant a long overdue fresh start for him.

In this episode, Gary gives his side of the story. Here are just a few topics touched on: :

- What really happened that night

- What life has been like since that incident.

- How evidence was manipulated against him

- The disparity of rights between an illegal alien and a long-serving American citizen

- Life in prison

- Betrayal

- Current issues at our border

- Rebuilding his life

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From Reality TV to Rocking the Troops with Matthew JC

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Mathew JC, Barb Allen) — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:45:22 +0000

Like many Americans, Matthew JC felt a call to serve in some way after the 9/11 attacks. Matthew knew the men and women in our military would be answering the same call in their own way, with courage and sacrifice. While he didn't feel his best contribution would take shape in the form of military service, he instinctively understood that he could do his part in supporting our military by using his gift of music.

Matthew has always been musically inclined. He just didn't necessarily know how to go about turning his passion into his purpose until an unusual opportunity presented itself. He was cast as part of the popular reality show, Paradise Hotel.

He laughs and cringes a bit now when sharing that tidbit, before moving on to explain how that experience opened the door to doing what he loves the most: performing and supporting our military.

Matthew was encouraged to bring his guitar with him on to the reality show. The original songs he sang were given air time, and Matthew negotiated a contract with Fox to be paid for each clip that aired with him performing.

That's when Matthew glimpsed a path he could take, that would allow him to do what he does today.

Matthew set out on that path, determined to overcome every obstacle in his way. After years of emails, calls, and pitches, Matthew signed a contract with the Armed Forces Entertainment Division. He and his band have since completed seven world tours performing on military bases. Matthew grew his organization into one that serves the military community by utilizing music and camaraderie as a tool to help heal trauma.

Operation Rock the Troops is doing incredible things to serve those who serve, and Matthew JC is just getting started.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

The Armed Forces Entertainment Division
Paradise Hotel, the Reality Show Matthew was in, and how he parlayed that into opportunity
Morale Welfare and Recreation on military bases
Operation Rock the Troops- the CD that started it all
How a celebrity nearly ended his work
The shift that occurred when troops began returning home
Haters
How to decide who to bring with you, when traveling to bases in war-torn regions
The reality behind what it takes to convert publicity into progress

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American Privilege with Alma Ohena-Apare

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Alma Ohena-Apare, Barb Allen) — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Alma Ohena-Apare was born and raised in Accra, the capital of Ghana. He remembers the stories his mom told of her year in New York, as an exchange student. He remembers how exciting life sounded there, and how crazy it seemed that people did things like add milk to soup. Those stories ignited a spark in the young boy. When his father returned from a business trip and shared stories of places like SeaWorld, that spark erupted into a burning desire to experience America, himself.

Alma had dreams that were bigger than Ghana. As much as he loves his family and his homeland, Alma was not content living his life in a place where his dreams have limits.

He jumped at the opportunity to participate in a ministry trip to Los Angeles. Once in LA, Alamo didn't let slamming doors get him down. Instead he changed his tactic and threw himself into the conversations he had with the residents of Los Angeles, as he spoke about God.

Eighteen years later, Alma's dream came true and he became a proud citizen of the United States.

Today, Alma is a husband and father of four. A video he posted about current events has evolved into a platform from which Alma spreads his messages of faith and positivity. You can connect with him on his Willfullpositivity IG page, where he will be sharing his special announcements in addition to his insight on patriotism and reconnecting Americans.

In this episode, Alma talks about why it is a privilege to be an American, his long path to citizenship, his insight on current events, and his plans moving forward.

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How to Use Fear to Fuel Your Freedom, with Wylie McGraw

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Wylie McGraw, barb allen) — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

His dad expected him to go further than he did in the world of professional baseball. And he was well on his way, but sixteen year old Wylie McGraw could not ignore the feeling he had, that his dad's dream for him was not the life he was supposed to live.

So in spite of his family's disappointment and disapproval, Wylie took an abrupt turn off that path, down the path of professional bull riding. There, atop a 1220 lb mass of muscle, Wylie felt truly alive in a way he'd never felt before. While other kids his age were heading into college, Wylie headed onto the professional rodeo circuit, mentored by some of the very best in the business.

The next time Wylie felt a pull down a different path, it was the path of military service. Three combat tours later, Wylie emerged from the military with a trifecta of intense life experiences that forged him into the expert he is today.

There is a popular quote attributed to Thomas à Kempis that says, "Wherever you go, there you are." Wylie's clients are those who realize the meaning of this quote, as they recognize that the levels of success they build for themselves doesn't magically slay the inner demons holding them down or back. So they come to Wylie to, as Wylie says, "Unfuck their lives" and "Slay their demons."

Wylie's clients then begin the work that needs to be done, to maximize their potential on all fronts in their own lives.

In this episode, Wylie cruises through his diverse life experiences and then digs in to some of the lessons he shares with his clients.

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Using Levity to Push Back against the Liberal Agenda with Bobby Sausalito

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Bobby Sausalito) — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:00:04 +0000

It takes intentional action to disrupt stress and depression. Certainly, it is easier and quicker to become deeply stressed and depressed than it is to climb out of those slumps. And today it seems as if unless we forcibly block out social media, "news" outlets and even a lot of entertainment, we are constantly swimming upstream against a relentless wave of fear, anger and struggle being sent downstream on a regular basis. This is what makes people like Bobby Sausalito so special.

You may know Bobby at @takenaps, if you follow him online. We know him as a friend, colleague, and guest for this episode.

Bobby almost accidentally found viral success when a video he posted took off online. In it, Bobby was saying out loud what so many Americans were afraid to voice: his frustration with current events, elected leaders, non-elected people in power, and the astonishing amount of Americans who so willingly line up to surrender freedoms in the pursuit of "safety" or government handouts.

What makes Bobby's delivery so different and appealing is more than his careful research and statistics to back his statements up - it's the comedic way he delivers each message.

He lets us absorb stressful information in healthy, digestible nuggets, so we better process the garbage of current events without choking on them. He then invites us to do our own part by voicing our own thoughts and refusing to give in to cancel culture or unconstitutional power grabs while also taking a proactive stance by building our personal net worth, safeguarding our health and family, and maintaining autonomy over our time.

It's a brilliant and op-point blend of exposing the absurdity running amuck in the world and our country, while infusing optimism and hope into the message.

Bobby Sausalito was a featured speaker at our great American Summit last year, and we've invited him back for next year's event, too (details coming soon!)

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America is a mess but patriotism can still win the day, with Ian Wendt

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Ian Wendt, Barb Allen) — Wed, 5 Oct 2022 11:19:40 +0000

Entrepreneurship, by nature, demands a certain kind of fortitude. Without the strength to rise and fall and fail and struggle and learn from your mistakes as well as build relationships that inspire and drive you, you will certainly give up.

Now, toss in entrepreneurship centered on patriotism, in a time where patriotism is somehow considered an Extremist thing, and very few will tap into the extra strength required when people you've known and even loved turn on you, let alone the strangers who declare open season on your integrity, in any of the social media platforms keyboard warriors with private profiles or cartoon profile pictures love the most.

So our guest Ian Wendt had a lot to say about all of it: from his personal story, to his Patriot Gear Apparel, to current events, and to his Haters.

This episode roars by like a freight train at top speed, as Ian is the kind of person who is full steam ahead at all times, whether in a guest seat, running his company, or creating his content, because he believes in the impact he is having and is yet to have.

It's exactly the kind of energy anyone needs to do what he's doing.

Ride this episode out to see what it really looks like to pivot with unexpected plot twists and laugh about them as you roll forward.

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Conservative Filmmaker Chris Martini - Making Movies Great Again

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (chris martini, barb allen) — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

There's a lot of nostalgia in America right now. At least, for those of us who still remember what it was like when individuality was admired, patriotism united us, freedom of speech and religion were real things, parents held dominion over their child's medical, emotional, mental, and sexual education, and Americans felt at least an illusion of security within our borders - among other things.

We also miss the days when Hollywood stayed in its lane, serving to entertain us rather than shame us and incite hatred and division.

Maybe in some ways it's a good thing that some of the gilded curtains in Hollywood have been drawn back, revealing a slice of the depravity and anti-American agenda of those who control it. But it's only a good thing if good people do something to break off of the frightening, dangerous path Hollywood would have Americans walk.

That's where Conservative, courageous filmmakers like Chris Martini come into the picture.

There are two paths for filmmakers, Says Chris. When he realized he didn't fit into either of the Woke paths, he began blazing his own trail. From his very first film to his current projects, if Chris isn't bringing comedy to the big screen, he's bringing Conservative values.

Once upon a time things like patriotism, support of those who honorably serve our countries and communities, preserving the innocence of our youth, defending human rights for all people of all nationalities and skin color, the right to be safe in the womb and within our nation's borders, and all the other values Conservatives stand for were not necessarily partisan issues. Or, at least if they were, they were debated, legislated, and lived under one flag and one nation that managed to disagree civilly and respectfully.

Today, sadly, these positions are now deemed "extreme." White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre just told us that "When you are not with where a majority of Americans are, then you know, that is extreme... That is an extreme way of thinking."

Well color us extreme then, and let us be among those who gratefully thank people like Chris Martini for the way he broke free from Hollywood's wokeness, preferring to center his career on integrity and strong core values rather than play into the power machine that celebrates sexually exploiting and grooming our youth, decimating free speech, and essentially destroying every good thing about this country- not to mention basic human decency.

In this interview, Chris opens up about the decisions he's made and the impact those have had on his career. He talks about the events that inspired him to make these decisions and peels back more of Hollywood's curtains.

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Building a Profession from Viral Content with Single Dad Carl Eppolito

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Carl Eppolito, barb allen) — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:23:46 +0000

There is no such thing as a happy divorce. Between the raw emotions, the potential for court battles, and the abrupt lifestyle change, divorce can dramatically alter the trajectory of your life- and the lives of kids caught in the middle.

Carl Eppolito experienced all of this when his short marriage came to a tumultuous end. Faced with the choice between his career or spending time with his young daughters, Carl ditched his successful professional path in order to focus on being present as a single dad.

The dramatic drop in his income, coupled with extensive legal fees, presented a new hurdle for Carl to leap. One day, Carl shared a poignant post about his daughters leaving for their time with their mom. It went viral overnight, and Carl found himself in the unfamiliar territory associated with online virality.

In this episode, Carl shares the behind-the-scenes reality of life as a rising internet personality, the impact it has on his daughters, and the ins and outs of sharing personal life as a profession.

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Should the Union of the United States Dissolve - And Other Intriguing Topics with Dan Hollaway

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dan Hollaway, Barb Allen) — Wed, 7 Sep 2022 19:15:19 +0000

Dan Hollaway spent five years on active duty with the 82nd Airborne Division. Over the course of those years, Dan realized that his faith in military leadership did not match his faith in the men he served alongside. He developed experience and insight in leadership that he carries with him today, as his own business and podcasts (Drinking Bros Podcast, Citizen Podcast) in addition to several podcasts hosted through his Tetherball Academy Media .

In this episode, Dan peels back the layers of his military service, the direction the military has gone in since he left it, and the potentially drastic turn this country could take. He shares his insight on grief, leadership, and the path this administration is taking our country on. We discuss what the military would look like if a certain type of person no longer volunteered to join, and what would happen if our country were to be forcibly invaded, regardless of our military's readiness.

It's an episode packed with thought-provoking moments- make sure you follow Dan Hollaway on Instagram and let him know you heard him here on the Flex Your Freedom show!

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From a Serbian Pig Farm to the American Dream with Bojan (BK) Simendic

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Bojan (BK) Simendic grew up working with his family on a Serbian pig farm. Today he is a proud American citizen, a loving husband and devoted father living the American Dream. He and his business partner- who was once his boss- have built their company into a success story with dozens of employees and a multimillion dollar revenue.

From the moment he set foot in this country, BK was determined to become an American citizen. The path to citizenship was not quick or convenient. But BK knew he wanted to do more than barely get by as an illegal immigrant who contributes nothing to this country. He had a dream to build for himself and his family. And he wanted to make a positive impact in the country that allowed him to brea from the rigidity and hardships of the Serbian country.

BK's story of persistence, positivity, and patriotism exemplifies the very best of not just the human spirit, but the American Spirit. IN this episode, he shares his story of growing up on that pig farm, his first trip to American, and his path to becoming a successful American citizen.

BK offers insight and actionable steps for you to build or enhance your own American Dream, too!

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The Marine Corps Veteran Everyone Should Meet

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (William "Monsoon" MImiaga, Barb Allen) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Whether you agree or disagree with him, William "Monsoon" MImiaga is one of those people we should all be so lucky to meet. He has made just about every mistake a person can make, and learned powerful lessons from each one. He served our country as a United States Marine for 31 years, deploying to both the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. He then went on to be a Special Education Teacher in some of the toughest schools out there, earning the distinction of being California's Teacher of the Year - twice.

If you are lucky enough to spend some time in person with Monsoon, you'll discover things about the place you live, the people you pass by, the history you drive by- that you never stop to think twice about every day. You will also see people smile and laugh as they encounter a man who never stops to consider that they may not be in the mood to do so.

You'll take a topic and turn it inside out until you've both learned from one another.

And you'll have no choice but to be inspired by the way he pushes through the pain of cancer and injuries to live life at maximum capacity.

We can't bring him to your doorstep but we've done the next best thing.

In this episode, Monsoon shares his insight on the education system, the aftermath of military service, current events, and service.

He also receives a well deserved punch in the arm.

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The Story And Mission Behind Patch Adams

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Patch Adams, Barb Allen) — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:17:55 +0000

Maybe you remember the movie starring Robin Williams. Or maybe you don't Either way, the story of Patch Adams is one that must be told and inspired by. Patch is the maverick doctor who defies traditional medicine's maddening insistence that patients are numbers and dollars rather than people.

Patch is as concerned with reaching people's hearts as he is with healing their bodies. In fact, he insists that healing hearts will help heal bodies. That life is meant to be lived, even when on the brink of death.

Patch has worked for decades to bring his dream of the Gesundheit Institute to life. Now, finally, is on the cusp of opening its doors.

In this interview with Patch Adams, Patch and his colleague Brenda talk about the special event they are hosting this September. This event will help raise much needed funds to make this vision a reality.

Listen in as Patch and Brenda share the mission, the story behind the movie, and how you can help.

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When Private Pain Becomes Politically Weaponized - with Michelle Black

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (michelle black, barb allen) — Wed, 3 Aug 2022 13:04:44 +0000

Losing someone you love is painful enough even in "normal" circumstances. But imagine if that person's death was on video, published for the world to see, and then politically weaponized? Imagine if the people responsible were seen celebrating, and if the people who were supposed to have your back turned on you, instead?

All of that and more is what my guest on this episode went through.

Michelle Black is the widow of Staff Sergeant Bryan Black, one of the four Green Berets who died in Niger on October 4, 2017. The media reported the attack before the military informed her of her husband's death. Then bodycam footage of her husband's death was broadcast for the world to see - including Michelle, her two sons, her husband's parents, and the other family members of those killed alongside her husband. As if all of that was not difficult enough, the military also publicly denounced the actions of her husband's unit that day, implying that the Unit had "gone rogue" and had not been following orders.

That was the last straw for Michelle. Faced with her own grief and struggling to lead her two children through the very public pain they were in, Michelles still knew she had to do something to clear the record and restore her husband's legacy.

So while it would have been easier to simply dull her pain, Michelle turned into it, instead. She met with the men who served with her husband, and survived that ambush. She heard the truth behind what happened that day. She challenged military officials with that truth, and she withstood blistering assaults on her own sanity, in the course of this.

Michelle put everything she learned into a book. That book, titled "Sacrifice- The Green Berets, a Fateful Ambush, and a Gold Star Wife's Fight For the Truth, is available now.

In this interview with Micelle Black, Michelle shares her story as the widow of a man who, like so many others, gave his life in service of our country and its freedoms.

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Barb Allen's Story: Motherhood, Murder, Military Widowhood, and Resilience

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen) — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:37:52 +0000

If you think this episode title is all over the place, try living it all out! That's just a snippet of the story behind our Host, Barb Allen's smile. We know our longtime listeners and our dedicated community have heard her story, but we bet you haven't heard it all. As for our newcomers, welcome! Once you hear this part of Barb's story you are all going to want to stick around, read her books, and share your own expertise that's grown from your own experiences.

So we figured we'd bring everyone back to the beginning with us, to get to know more about Barb's first husband, the tragedy behind his murder at the hands of a fellow soldier, the failure of the military judicial system (Think OJ Simpson, military style) and the incredible path that's led us all here today.

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Abby Johnson, Mom and pro-life activist, on motherhood and the humanity behind abortion

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Abby Johnson, Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Thu, 12 May 2022 10:40:50 +0000

We've long admired Abby Johnson for the courageous and authentic way she's navigated her transition from leading one of the busiest Planned Parenthood Abortion Clinics, to becoming one of the leading pro-life activists in this country.

Her newest book, Fierce Mercy, shines a spotlight on a side of the abortion industry not frequently considered by most of us; the humanity not only of the lives lost to abortion, but to the very people who staff those clinics. From the ways they wind up in that industry, to their struggles when they decide to follow Abby's example and leave, Abby works to offer support to those wishing to leave the industry.

We shot this episode with Abby live, so members of our Great American Syndicate could watch it live with us. We love that Abby kept it so real, sitting in her van while her kids were in a mall. And we didn't edit out a glitch because that's real life and that's part of adapting to fluid situations. So sit back and get ready to get to know a different side of the woman than you've seen on all the media interviews she typically does.

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American Snark with Chad Prather

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (chad prather, barb allen, Dave Brown) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:26:33 +0000

Our country is facing serious challenges right now, and it’s getting harder to find anything funny about it. So we are especially grateful for people like today’s guest, whose natural sense of humor, combined with his political insight and a raging sense of patriotism makes it easier to laugh no matter how hard things get.

Chad Prather burst onto the social media scene by pioneering the driver’s seat video posts. Almost accidentally, he launched into a viral favorite and he’s parlayed that platform into careers in comedy and political commentary.

Chad’s national audience is packed with both fans and haters, but not many people take the time to explore beneath his public persona to discover his many layers. So in this interview, we did just that.

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Prayer, Patriotism, and Prepping with Good Patriot

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000

You know how the grocery and liquor stores are mobbed right before a storm hits? And who will ever forget how toilet paper was once the most sought after, poorly-stocked product? Not to mention occasional gas shortages, skyrocketing inflation and the instability sweeping our country as a whole. Now we have a president warning us about pending food shortages.

We’re pretty sure the celebrities, politicians, and the ultra wealthy won’t be feeling the impact of any food shortages any more than they are impacted by any of the other insanity. But you don’t have to be a woke celebrity or powerful politician to be prepared for all disasters.

Today’s guest has built a huge and dedicated following sharing her insight on how to understand and adapt to the ever changing climate.

Katie Bertino is known as Good Patriot across all her social media platforms. She offers down to earth lessons, knowledge, and commentary on everything from how to prepare for everything from a food crisis, natural disaster, or political unrest.

In this episode of Flex Your Freedom, Katie shares the ups and downs of her work, the core focus of her message, and valuable information on how to navigate today’s world.

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How To Have Family, Fortune, Faith, and Freedom, with Martha Krejci

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, dave brown, martha krejci) — Wed, 6 Apr 2022 13:57:12 +0000

If you’ve ever felt so overwhelmed with your life - personally or professionally - and wanted to know if it’s possible to overcome all your adversity, this episode is important for you.

Martha Krejci was divorced, homeless, and surviving by living in a friend’s basement. She spent her time drinking, smoking, and feeling sorry for herself.

That may be hard to believe if you meet her today. With the love of one person who believed in her, Martha managed to turn her life around. Today she’s a master of Multi-level marketing and generating multiple income streams. She and her husband are on a mission to help people achieve personal, professional, and financial freedom. We were honored to have her speak at our Great American Summit, and we are excited to have her here on this episode.

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Brave Honesty with Alex Weber

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (alex weber, dave brown, barb allen) — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is a world record holder, he’s among the youngest coaches ever to have been named US Lacrosse coach of the year, he’s an author and a speaker who has also both hosted and competed on American Ninja Warrior. Everything seemed to be going perfectly for Alex Weber until 2020 hit. Like so many people around the world, depression found its way to Alex in the midst of the lockdowns, and he struggled to find his way back.

But when he did overcome that and get back out into his life, it was with a new awareness that he has an obligation to speak out in the name of freedom.

In today’s episode, Alex takes us through those times in his life and shares his insight on what it means to be brave in today’s world. He talks about the men’s community he’s running, and how we can all tap into our brave honesty.

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Relentlessly Patriotic with Artistic Activist Scott LoBaido

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Scott LoBaido) — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

With the censorship and cancel culture running through this country, too many Americans are afraid to speak up against tyranny or to even question a narrative. We’ve lost track of how many times we’ve been thanked for doing what we do, and then told by that same person that THEY aren’t speaking out in public because they will lose clients, followers, donors, or relationships.

We hope every one of these people soon understands the cost of their silence. But in the meantime we have people like today’s guest.

Scott LoBaido is an artist in Staten Island NY. For decades, he’s used his art as a means to defend patriotism. More recently he’s been using his art and his platform as an activist, calling out corrupt politicians and raising awareness for causes. He’s been arrested multiple times- all for nonviolent protests. Now he’s working with director and producer Christoper Martini to complete his documentary, relentlessly Patriotic. And he needs your help to make sure it’s released in time to awaken voters before the mid term elections.

In this episode, Scott shares his backstory and explains why he’s gone all-in on patriotism and defending freedom in ways most of us would never dare. He explains why Fridays are the worst day to be arrested and why this documentary is so important.

If you are easily offended you may want to skip this episode - Scott lets the F-Bombs fly. But if you enjoy a lively conversation and want to hear more from one of America’s most passionate Patriots, you do not want to miss this one!

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Freelance Your way to Freedom With Rachel Pedersen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, rachel pedersen) — Tue, 1 Mar 2022 20:44:09 +0000

It’s great to be back at producing our podcast with our new, FLEX YOUR FREEDOM mindset. Even in somewhat tumultuous times like we are experiencing in the world today, there are ways to thrive. Now more than ever it is possible to build financial freedom in your own life, right from your own home. The Guest we feature in today’s episode knows all about that.

Rachel Pedersen is no stranger to struggle. She’s climbed from a single mom addicted to alcohol and reliant on welfare to a healthy, thriving, top expert in the social media marketing and freelancing industries. She’s happily married and her husband works with her.

In this episode, Rachel touches on her personal story and shares her expertise on social media marketing and building your own freelance business.

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Freedom Can Be Effing Simple With Toni Vanschoyck

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, Toni Vanschoyck) — Thu, 3 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

The American Spirit and the American Dream may be under attack in our country, but if you’re like us you are doubling down on both. And if you need some extra inspiration or guidance on doing so, we have that covered for you.

We are just coming back from our first major event, THE GREAT AMERICAN SUMMIT. In spite of one obstacle after another, we finally pulled it off- and it was amazing.

We will be sharing more about that in the coming weeks. But first we have to note we could never have pulled this off without extraordinary people stepping forward to be a part of it in different ways. One of these people is Toni Vanschoyck.

Toni could have given up on her dream after two divorces, a bankruptcy, and relentless hard times. But instead, she went all-in for herself and her family. Within a few years she built international success and has helped over 400,000 people achieve financial freedom. She and her husband launched a nonprofit to support people through their own hard times, and Toni reached into her heart and finances to sponsor our GREAT AMERICAN SUMMIT.

In this episode of Flex Your Freedom with Toni Vanschoyck walks us through her timeline of adversity and growth, scattering nuggets of insight and actionable steps along the way.

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Using Your Gifts with Gratitude, with Lynn Mara

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (lynn mara art, Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The entire country watched in horror as our president surrendered Afghanistan to the Taliban. Then, to compound this tragedy, we lost 13 brave service members during the evacuation process. While many of us felt there was nothing we could do to offer comfort to the families of those fallen, today’s guest was filled with a certainty that she did have something to offer.

Lynn Mara is a talented artist whose art has been flying out the door since she fully tapped into her gift. She used her gift as a means for offering comfort to the families of the fallen, just like she’s extended herself to other people in extraordinary ways over the years.

In this episode, Lynn talks about her path to an artist’s career, her new work to support the nonprofit, Tunnels to Towers, and how we can all discover the gifts we have to offer the world.

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The Wounded Blue With Randy Sutton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barb Allen, Randy Sutton) — Fri, 3 Dec 2021 20:08:26 +0000

We are working nonstop on our upcoming event, THE GREAT AMERICAN SUMMIT. On January 7-8 in Irving Texas, just 9 miles from the DFW airport, we are bringing almost 30 speakers and performers from across the country together to share their insight, inspiration and expertise with our audience.

Ryan Weaver, a former Blackhawk Aviator whose brother and brother in-law were both shot down and killed on active duty, will be performing a patriotic concert and Tom Varano, a nationally acclaimed performance speed painter, will bring his talent to the cause.

Not only will attendees have opportunities to strengthen themselves and their families, but they will be a part of strengthening their communities and our country, as all proceeds are being donated to organizations that support our military, law enforcement, first responders and victims of human trafficking.

One organization is the Wounded Blue, which serves the law enforcement community by filling the gap in supportive and preventive services for our men and women in blue..

We sat down with The Wounded Blue's founder, Randy Sutton, for a live talk a few weeks ago, and he shared his story of service as well as the purpose of the Wounded Blue. Here is that interview.

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Barb Allen: Murder In The Military - A Story of Love, Loss, and Patriotism

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, Brad Lea) — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:12:55 +0000

In this episode of the Flex Your Freedom Podcast, Brad Lea from the Dropping Bombs Podcast interviews Barb Allen and unpacks Barb’s story of losing her husband to murder in the military while serving overseas. Listen in to hear her detailed account of her fight for justice and how she got to where she is today with integrity, grit, perseverance, and intelligence.

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American Freedom with Chris Widener

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Chris Widener, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

We continually emphasize the importance of Americans working together and supporting one another, so we can overcome the challenges we face as a nation. Today we are proud to be doing just that by bringing you our guest, Chris Widener.

While our own patriotic event, The Great American Summit, is quickly approaching in January, Chris has been on the road for weeks now, touring some states with his own powerhouse team on a politically-charged campaign energizing local bases to get more involved in elections.

In this episode, Chris shares his personal story of adversity and how it shaped him to become involved in politics. He discusses his own Senate run and shares experiences of friends and colleagues who have also run for office.

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Life, Loss, and Liberty with Congressional Candidate Tim Stroud

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Tim Stroud, Barbara Allen, Dave Brown) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:35:18 +0000

There are lots of ways to give back to our communities and our country. From serving on local boards, volunteering in organizations that serve others, serving as a law enforcement or first responder, or in the military are just a few examples of outlets to be proactive in strengthening our communities and our country, as well as creating a positive impact in the world beyond our own borders.

Today’s guest is not only from a family with a rich history of service, he’s dedicated himself to various levels of service himself. From nonprofit organizations to a career as a combat medic, Tim Stroud is proud to carry on his family’s legacy. Now, Tim is committed to serve in a new capacity, as a congressional representative for the people in Texas’ Seventh District.

In this episode, Tim shares his personal story of losing his father to a line of duty death, the turbulent years that followed, losing his mother unexpectedly, and the path that led him to serve in the United States Army. He shares his views on some of the hottest topics concerning voters, and his thoughts on the most pressing issues in this country today.

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Inside the CIA with Former CIA Officer Shelly Mateer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barb Allen, Shelly Mateer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:00:47 +0000

We’ve all seen Hollywood versions of what the CIA does, but few of us know what being a CIA Officer is really like. In this episode, we sit down with former CIA Officer Shelly Mateer as she takes us behind the scenes of the CIA. Shelly was a young, single woman when she joined the CIA after 7 years of applying. What she’d hoped to find was fulfillment in her career, but what she found instead will surprise you.

Listen in as Shelly talks about the reality of being a single woman in the CIA, her take on current events, and tips for anyone interested in joining a government agency.

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Dr Ming Wang’s Communism Survival Story and the American Dream

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:57:16 +0000

Today’s guest was just 8 years old when he came close to being executed by the Communists in China. At age 14, he faced deportation to forced labor camps, and spent years in a fight to escape that fate. His mother was beaten nearly to death by the notorious Red Coats, and yet he and his family never gave up hope that life would offer an opportunity to them, to live free and full lives.

Today, Dr Ming Wang is a proud American citizen who has become a renowned eye surgeon. He dedicates himself to restoring vision to blind orphans from around the world. He was the inspiration for a character in the movie, God’s Not Dead and in 2022 the movie Sight, based on his story and starring Greg Kineer, will hit theaters.

In this episode of American Snippets, Dr Ming Wang shares his incredible story of enduring and surviving the Chinese Cultural Revolution, his extraordinary path that led him to America, and how he restores sight to the blind. He will also discuss current events in America, and what Americans need to do today, to protect our freedom.

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Turn Failures into Freedom with Daniel Blue

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, Daniel Blue, Dave Brown) — Thu, 5 Aug 2021 16:02:35 +0000

Feeling overwhelmed is a pretty common thing these days. The entire world is facing crises of enormous magnitude, and Americans are struggling to hold on to their belief in the American Dream as divisiveness and government overreach cancel and close relationships and businesses across the country.

How can we adapt to these changing times and build or grow a business?

How do we get out from underneath the feeling of being so overwhelmed that we don’t see a way forward?

Today’s guest has those answers for you, based on his own hard-learned lessons in life. He was just 19 years old when he became a father, at the same time he was fighting a serious addiction.

He’d been enjoying financial success that came to a crashing halt, and he had to decide how to overcome what felt like insurmountable obstacles in his life, but Daniel Blue committed to his rebound, and today he is the founder of a company that helps clients across the country tap into the key to financial freedom that many people don’t even know they hold.

Listen in to this episode as Barb and Daniel talk about everything from overcoming addiction, to current events, to a path toward financial freedom.

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From Immigrant to Millionaire, with Armando Olivares

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Armando Olivares, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:09:53 +0000

Why do so many people go through so much to come to America? What can we learn from them about our country, and the opportunities right in front of us, that we may miss?

We love interviewing Guests who have stories of coming to America, to become legal citizens and build their American Dreams. Today’s Guest is someone who has done just that.

Armando Olivares was just 13 years old when he left Peru to come live with his father in America. Today, he is a grown man with a family of his own - and while many Americans were binging Netflix, he made his first million dollars last year.

Listen in to this episode with Armando Olivares, to hear his story of being an immigrant, to becoming a legal citizen and finding his opportunity to build his own American Dream.

Armando is also a Patriot Pass Sponsor for our Great American Summit, which is our live event in Texas this January. He will be joining our incredible lineup of Speakers as we bring purpose to our patriotism by raising money to strengthen those who serve and those who are at -risk right here in America. Armando will he sharing his expertise with our attendees, and teaching them some of his lessons on building their own American Dream

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Dropping Bombs and Getting Real about America with the Real Brad Lea

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Brad Lea, Dave Brown) — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0000

We’ve been blessed to interview over 250 absolutely amazing Americans on this show, including genuine heroes, selfless nonprofit founders, former refugees who fled to America and built their American Dream, inspirational resilient survivors of trauma who use their experience to guide others, and people who have built and rebuilt massive success to have a major impact on a national or even global level. There is no Guest who has not exemplified the best of our country. But this episode may well prove to be our most shared and downloaded episode yet, because this Guest held nothing back and let us in on a side of himself he doesn’t usually talk about.

If you want to hear Brad Lea share his personal story or his professional expertise, (and you should hear both) catch him on any of the other interviews he’s done. But in this interview, Brad Lea opens up both barrels on topics ranging from how he built Lightspeed VT and what his mission is, to patriotism, the Constitution, white privilege, COVID, and a range of other topics about our country today.

It’s a raw and candid conversation that is guaranteed to provoke more conversations that need to be had, in a time where conversations like this are deemed “extreme.”

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Patriotism, Purpose, And Cashing In On Your American Dream With Bryan Dulaney

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (dave brown, bryan dulaney, barb allen) — Thu, 8 Jul 2021 13:14:29 +0000

If you have ever wondered how to not just uncover your purpose in life, or how to feel truly fulfilled and reach your full potential, you absolutely need to listen to this interview with Bryan Dulaney. If you are worried about what will happen if you speak up about what is happening in this country, Bryan has some on-point insight for you there as well - and he’s got the proven success and experience to back his words up.

Bryan Dulaney recovered from a near death experience with a determination to discover what his true purpose in life is. He went all-in on his mission and that led him to becoming one of the top 1% in marketing and funnels in the world. He works with the best of the best, and he’s using his expertise and platform to create a powerful ripple effect throughout the world. He’s also not afraid to speak up about the tipping point this country is in, and what Americans need to do to save these United States of America.

Listen in as Bryan Dulaney gets real about patriotism and purpose.

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Rodney Smith Jr. On Raising Men, Women, And The American Spirit

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, dave brown, rodney smith jr) — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:18:37 +0000

It’s easy to lump border security issues with immigration, but they are very separate things with very different stories. The people pouring through unsecured borders or living in this country illegally create an imbalance in this country and divisiveness among Americans. But people like Rodney Smith Jr, who not only elect to come here and go through the legal path to citizenship, but create an enormous positive impact on this country in the process, set a powerful example of not just the possibility of the American Dream, but the ability to achieve it in the way our forefathers envisioned.

In this episode, Barb Allen talks with Rodney Smith Jr about his path to citizenship, the incredible impact he is having on Americans already, and how he is using lawn mowers to make that impact.

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Do for self with Marine Veteran and Founder of the The X For Boys School King Randall

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, King Randall, Barb Allen) — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:56:48 +0000

King Randall is a 21 year old community shifter and the founder of the "X" for Boys organization in Albany, Ga.

He hosts a variety of workshops teaching young men automotive repair such as changing brakes and oil. He also has workshops teaching home improvement such as replacing light fixtures, toilets, and painting. He also hosts a weekly book club for boys to improve literacy skills and also to teach very important life skills growing into a young man.

King Randall has spearheaded movements that have shifted the atmosphere of the city of Albany and he is just now getting the ball rolling.

In this interview, King Randall shares his story of joining the Marines, returning to his hometown, recognizing the ongoing problems, and figuring out how to be the solution to those problems. He talks about The X for Boys and how he started this program in 2019. And he offers valuable nuggets of insight and inspiration for all of us to apply to ourselves, our families, our communities, and our country.

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Taya Kyle On Grace, Grief, And Gratitude

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Taya Kyle, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Mon, 24 May 2021 20:09:04 +0000

This is a short snippet from the original interview we did with Taya Kyle on episode #100. Taya shares thoughts on her husband Chris Kyle’s friendship with Chad Littlefiled, who died alongside Chris. She also shares the most compelling purpose that keeps her committed to sharing her story and lessons from it, as well as what some of those lessons are.

This is an excellent interview for this week, as we move toward Memorial Day. It’s so important that we take the time not just this week and on Memorial Day, but on a regular basis - to stop and think about the men and women who serve our country, and the sacrifices they make for all of us.

Although Chad was not in the military and and he Chris did not technically die on active duty- they were absolutely killed in service, as they were giving of themselves to support the very veteran who took their lives.

Listen to Episode #100 and catch the full interview we did with Taya Kyle.

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Soldiers' Angels

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Amy Palmer, Dave Brown) — Thu, 20 May 2021 19:47:31 +0000

With so much going on in the world, it can be easy to forget that the men and women who serve in our military, as well as their families, continue to bear the weight of our freedom. From WWII veterans, to active duty veterans, we as Americans owe a debt to those who honorably serve.

Organizations like Solider's Angels, started by the great grand-niece of General Patton, have stepped forward to offer that support, and fill in the gaps left by our government.

In this episode, Soldiers Angels CEO Amy Palmer shares the history of this organization and teaches about the evolution of veterans support, the landscape of the nonprofit world, and important points anyone interested in the nonprofit world needs to know.

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United States Marine and Chocolatier Entrepreneur Brandon Busch on Adapting and Building a Business

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Brandon Busch, Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Thu, 13 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We’ve met a lot of amazing people through our work, and we love hearing from you, how you are impacted by our Guests. So we are excited to share one Guest with you this week, who not only has valuable insight on business, but serves our country and has become one of our strongest supporters.

Brandon Busch is back for an encore interview to share the business and leadership lessons he’s implemented in his company, Lift Chocolate, since COVID hit. Using the same mindset he applied to his active duty Marine Corps service as well as his current Reserve service, Brandon doubled down on his company to bring it through the year that crushed so many other businesses.

In this episode, Brandon shares those lessons with us and offers his advice for anyone struggling to start or grow their own business. He also offers facts on the history of chocolate, that we never knew!

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The Making of Men, with World Record Holder Stephen Miller

Thu, 6 May 2021 16:32:32 +0000

Stephen Miller is a five time World Record Holder. He’s now moved away from the MMA and Strongman worlds to pursue his calling of guiding and inspiring men to be the best version of themselves. Stephen believes that a grassroots movement to strengthen men in their own lives will have a ripple effect to strengthen their families, and this country.

In this episode Stephen talks about his work to help men build themselves up to reach their full potential in all areas of life. He shares the 7 values on which all of life is based, and how to build on those values to reach your maximum potential.

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Monday Rewind: Using Life-changing moments to change your life with Tim Klund

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Tim Klund, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Tue, 4 May 2021 19:35:26 +0000

Air Force veteran Tim Klund - who is best known simply as TK -may not have made a career out of military service, but he has carried service forward into his life after the military. TK had a tumultuous life after he left the military, including a near-fatal accident that served to open his eyes to what matters most in life. TK took that life-changing moment and turned his life around. Today he is the CEO of Verve Systems and works with a national network to build his own. dreams and give back to the military community.

In this episode of Monday Rewind we share a few short snippets from the full interview we did with TK back on episode #82,

TK talks about his time in the military, the moment he thanked the first responders who saved his life, and how to cultivate and leverage positivity.

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Diving for your Dreams with Ira Davis

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Ira Davis, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 21:22:09 +0000

Ira Davis is a former Marine Corps Drill Instructor who believed he’d found his purpose, and could not imagine himself doing anything else. So when his beloved Marine Corps told him he was no longer going to be a Drill Instructor because he was too hard on recruits, Ira was devastated. To make it even harder, the Marine Corps had a special request from him that seemed almost cruel, but Ira turned that request into a tool to help him discover his true path.

Today, Ira is the Chief Dream Diver at his own company. He helps people find their true passion and purpose in their own lives, and helps them learn how to build their lives around their dreams.

Listen in as Ira Davis shares his painful story of losing one dream, and talks about turning disappointment into another discovery.

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Monday Rewind: Filling death sentences with life for little ones, with Cori Salchert

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Cori Salchert, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 18:33:55 +0000

We've grown tremendously here at American Snippets and we've come a very long way since our first interviews. We've made a lot of changes but one thing we have not changed is the caliber of people we bring to you as our guests.

Our guests vary in platforms, net worth, networks, backgrounds, and other ways. One thing they all have in common, though, is their inspiration and exemplification of America's core values.

We interviewed Cori Salchert way back in Episode #9. Her story continues to inspire us and others today. Cori and her husband Mark have been foster parents for years, bringing children into their home already overflowing with 8 kids of their own. What makes the Salcherts extra special is that they foster and even adopt infants and young children who have been given terminal diagnosis. They love these children and give them the best life they can. Under their care these children thrive in ways doctors didn't believe possible,and live the fullest lives they can. Today the Salcherts have three of these special children in their family.

Listen in to snippets of Cori's full interview, to catch nuggets of inspiration and wisdom from everyday Amercians who give everything they have, to serve those who need them.

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All-in on the American Dream with Pat Hilton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Pat Hilton, Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 20:52:49 +0000

Pat Hilton went all-in on his dream and persevered through years of struggle to build it. Today, Pat is stepping onto national stages with this country’s top entrepreneurs to share his entertaining talent and the business lessons he’s learned while building Acoustic Force Media from the ground up.

In this episode, Pat shares his story of walking away from a successful career surrounded by celebrities, to being homeless, in pursuit of his dream. He talks about lessons learned along the way and offers advice for anyone to follow in pursuit of their own dream.

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Monday Rewind: Staying Driven Every Day with Tony Whatley

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, tony whatley, dave brown) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:39:38 +0000

Creating and building connections has never been more important than now. Barb and I love bringing our community to you through this podcast, and we recently opened that up to you in more depth through our new community, the Great American Syndicate.

This group is about connecting with patriotic Americans who exemplify America's core values and want to collaborate with one another, to strengthen one another personally and professionally.

You can find people like Tony Whatley in our Syndicate. Tony is known as the Side Hustle Millionaire . He's built more than one multi-million dollar community online and moved into live events of his own. His community, 365 Driven is business-based and packed with people from all levels of success and want to grow professional networks.

In this Monday Rewind Tony shares snippets about what it takes to build a community and create your own version of success.

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Taking Life Back From Trauma with Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor Rebekah Gregory

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, Rebekah Gregory) — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:09:57 +0000

On April 15, 2013, the country watched in horror as the Boston marathon became the scene of a terrorist attack. For months, the media followed this story, including that of Rebekah Gregory, who was critically injured in the attack.

In this very special episode of American Snippets, Rebekah openly shares the emotional story of that day, as she and her 5 year old son survived being 3 feet from the bomb, and her road to recovery. She shares her insight, and strength, and talks about her non-profit, Rebekah's Angels, established to support other trauma survivors.

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Monday Rewind: Cycles of success with Kent Clothier

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Kent clothier, Barb Allen) — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 19:08:51 +0000

In today's Monday Rewind, we went way back to Episode 7 with Real Estate Investor and Educator Kent Clothier. Kent's story of rising and falling through success until he had a life changing moment that served as a catalyst for him to find his true purpose is not only fascinating but inspirational as well.

In this short snippet from his full length interview, Kent talks about his first personal and professional cycle of rising to success and losing everything. He then shares what his brush with death taught him, and how he uses that to create massive success for himself and others. Listen to the full interview with Kent Clothier here.

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Leading and Adapting Through Covid with Hotelier and Special Forces Veteran Larry Broughton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Larry Broughton, Barb Allen) — Wed, 7 Apr 2021 20:41:19 +0000

We have all had to make significant adjustments in our lives this past year. Whether you have been directly impacted from the COVID virus or not, you have definitely had to adjust your routine and your business to meet the mandated lockdowns and business closures.

When most of America was busy hoarding toilet paper, people like Larry Broughton were laser focused on keeping their businesses alive. Larry’s industry was among the hardest hit, and he had to make extremely difficult decisions to prevent the total destruction of the hotel empire he’s worked decades to build.

Larry took the leadership lessons he learned during his time in the Special Forces and applied them to lead himself first out of personal adversity, and then to professional success. He honed those skills through the 2001 DotCom crash and the 2008 market collapse. He may have hoped another crash would not happen, but he never stopped sharpening his skills to be ready for one.

In this episode, Larry shares his story of how he decided on the Special Forces, leadership lessons he learned, and the void he fell into upon leaving the military. He opens up about what COVID has done to the hospitality industry and the very hard decisions he made to ensure his business would not be a victim of the times.

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Monday Rewind: From Communism to Hollywood

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Mon, 5 Apr 2021 17:50:20 +0000

In this episode of Monday Rewind, we share the first part of our interview with Fahim Fazli. Fahim was just 12 years old when Russia invaded his homeland of Afghanistan. The Communists were targeting people like Fahim's mom, who was not only part of Afghanistan's elite, but was highly educated. Fahim's mom, fearing for her life, took his siblings and fled Afghanistan for America while his father refused to leave, and kept Fahim with him.

Listen in as Fahim shares the first part of his story, as that young boy in Afghanistan who joined the Freedom Fighters and worked to save his country. Then go back to episode #88, and catch the rest of his story to hear how he came to America, worked with the Marines, and earned his way to acting in some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters.

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Let God be your CEO, with Daniel Gomez

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Daniel Gomez, Dave brown) — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:30:33 +0000

Daniel Gomez built a successful career running multimillion dollar organizations in the auto industry. But when his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer, Daniel walked away from that career to be by her side. Since then, he’s rebuilt his professional path to match his true passions, and is impacting thousands of people in the process. From his high level personal coaching, to inspirational speaking, and his new podcast, Daniel has proven that even in the midst of adversity, there is opportunity to thrive.

In this episode, Daniel shares his hard-earned insight on digging out from underneath overwhelming challenges, the power of faith, and the nonprofit he and his wife built to support others battling cancer.

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Monday Rewind: Leadership, Spirituality, And More With Patrick Bet-David

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Patrick Bet-David, Dave brown, Barb Allen) — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:07:34 +0000

Way back in Episode #99, we sat down with Patrick Bet-David to talk about his experience as an Iranian refugee, his service in the United States military, and the trail he blazed as an entrepreneur. Patrick is the founder of PHP Agency, Inc, one of the fastest growing companies in the financial marketplace. He also launched Valuetainment, a leading media brand packed with entertaining, thought provoking interviews with some of the world's most intense personalities, as well as value-driven videos on entrepreneurship and personal development.

In this short snippet, we pulled excerpts from Patrick's original interview with us. Here he talks about the method he used to determine what business to concentrate on, his insight on being a leader, his religious and spiritual path, and if you want to hear the rest of the story he begins telling, just hop on back to episode 99! Meantime, sit back and get ready for a fast-paced snippet with Patrick Bet-David.

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Living After Dying, with Stephanie Arnold

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, Stephanie Arnold) — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 21:03:16 +0000

Stephanie Arnold earned several prestigious awards and an Emmy nomination during her 27 year career in television production. She left that career to focus on building her family, and when she delivered her second child, a rare complication killed her. Stephanie was flatlined for 37 seconds before doctors revived her body, and Stephanie’s story of those 37 seconds has been featured on Netflix and other major platforms.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about the premonitions she had before she died, and the lengths she went to, in order to find someone who believed her. She shares the last, desperate attempt she made to find help, and how that ultimately saved her life. Stephanie talks about her vivid experience in those 37 seconds and how it has forever changed her. She’s joined by a special guest, who offers a whole other perspective on her experience.

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Monday Rewind: Trauma to Triumph with Trafficking Survivor Christa Cairus

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, Christa Cairus) — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:37:30 +0000

In episode #E158, Christa Cairus shared her story of being sold into sex trafficking by her husband. She shared how her husband also abused her, and caused an accident that paralyzed Christa while she was pregnant as a result of sexual assault.

Christa talked openly about her struggles and how she found the strength to escape her situation. In this short snippet of that interview, we highlighted clips with Chirsta giving some of her story, and some of the advice she has for anyone faced with an overwhelming situation.

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Innovate or Stagnate with Cherie B Mathews

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, cheri b matthews, Barb Allen) — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 21:27:27 +0000

Cherie B Mathews is Founder and CEO of the Austin, TX based company, Healincomfort. She built this company to solve a problem faced by breast cancer patients who undergo mastectomies. Cherie discovered this problem when she herself underwent the procedure, and experienced extreme discomfort with the abrasiveness of regular apparel, and the difficulty securing the tubes and drains that accompany such a surgery.

Innovation is what Cherie does. She’s been innovating and solving problems her whole life, from her career at IBM, to special projects for NASA, to building companies and applying her drive to reimagine normal, and make it better. Cherie had recently built a national program to bring the sport of golf to public schools, and use it as a vehicle to mentor and inspire youth. She brought this momentum to the challenge faced by surgical patients, and created the now patented shirts specially designed to offer comfort, practicability, and dignity to people facing one of the biggest struggles of their lives.

In this episode, Cherie brings her infectious energy with her as she shares insight on overcoming adversity, the potential for everyone to create a side hustle, the power of innovation, and her own experiences of innovating to adapt to challenges.

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Monday Rewind: Don’t Quit Just Because It’s Hard

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:54:36 +0000

One year ago this month, we entered 14 Days to Stop the Spread. Since then, our country has experienced historic levels of turmoil, change, and challenges. While we hoped things would be different by now, it seems like our country is continuing to be pulled into further turmoil by a government intent on dismantling America’s core values and a shocking number of Americans who are buying into the government and media insistence that more government is the answer to our problems.

So we thought this would be an excellent time to bring back some powerful words on self-accountability, patriotism, and a reminder of what is truly worth fighting for - and former SEAL Ray Care’s interview from one year ago is packed with all of that.

Ray not only served honorably as a Navy SEAL, he’s moved forward into civilian life with intent and impact. You may recognize him from a movie or one of the several TV shows he’s been featured in, and if you haven’t followed him online yet, we highly recommend you do - but only if you are looking for some hard core mindset and practical mentorship, because Ray doesn’t care what your story is or what your excuses are. He only cares about what you’re ready to do to overcome those and build your own success.

Today Ray has his own “Conquer” program. He’s a motivational coach for athletes and peak performers, and he works closely with fellow badass Bedros Keuilian, who himself overcame enormous adversity and built massive success.

In this snippet, we bring back Ray’s insight on adversity and his thoughts on the American Dream.

How to Prepare For, Avoid, or Pivot from Professional Disaster, with Business Infrastructure Expert Alicia Butler Pierre

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 19:00:13 +0000

Alicia Butler Pierre is an expert on business infrastructure and entrepreneurship. Her expertise includes understanding how to build and maintain safeguards into business that will help entrepreneurs avoid or recover from unexpected ambushes.

Alicia walked away from her hard-earned chemical engineering job at one of the most notorious companies in the world to pave her own path. She ignored the negativity from those who doubted her decision, moved to a different state, and dusted off her MBA to pursue the life she believes is right for her.

In this episode, Alicia shares her insight on preparing for the unexpected, pivoting personal and professional plans to adapt to COVID and other major disasters, and how women can step out of the shadows, and into a spotlight. She offers actionable steps for any entrepreneur to take to protect their business, and she talks about how to extract skill sets from one career, and apply them to an entirely different path.

Everything Alicia talks about is especially relevant today, as so many Americans are struggling to rebuild their businesses or careers that have been destroyed either from COVID or from mandated closures and restrictions.

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Monday Rewind: Lessons on Heroism and Rising Above Hate, from Humanitarian Warrior Ephraim Mattos

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Mon, 8 Mar 2021 18:12:31 +0000

Ephraim Mattos is a former Navy SEAL who now dedicates himself to humanitarian work. His book, City of Death, Humanitarian Warriors in the Battle of Mosul, is a riveting and in depth journey into some of the world’s most dangerous humanitarian missions.

Joined the Free Burma Rangers on a mission which was partially captured on film. One camera was rolling when Ephraim was shot during a rescue, and the video went viral. Ephraim used that platform to gain support for his mission of helping people who most need help, in places most people won’t go.

His organization, Stronghold Rescue and Relief, whose mission is “to send highly-trained former Special Operations warriors into the heart of the storm to find and assist families in need.”

We interviewed Ephraim in 2018. His story is still powerful and his message about rising above hate is even more relevant today than it was then,

In this episode, we share some of Ephraim’s intense stories, as well as his messages about the reality behind Post Traumatic Stress in veterans, and the power of loving those beside you more than you hate those against you.

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Monday Rewind: World Champion Athlete on Turning Setbacks into Setups

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, robyn benincasa, Dave Brown) — Mon, 1 Mar 2021 18:01:00 +0000

Robyn Benincasa is a 2014 CNN hero. She is a San Diego firefighter and 10 time Iron Man finisher. She's a world champion, adventure racer, and three time Guinness endurance paddling and a world record holder. Robyn was at the top of her game when an injury ended that path for her. Rather than give up on her dreams, Robyn turned her setback into a victory not only for herself, but countless others she’s helped.

In this episode, we share snippets of Robyn’s original interview. Listen in as she talks about what adventure racing is, how she turned a major injury into world records, and the work she does to help anyone ready to make a comeback in their own lives.

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Life Lessons, Laughs, and Entrepreneurship With Robert O'Neill

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown, robert O'Neill) — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 22:09:21 +0000

Former Navy SEAL Rob O’Neill was catapulted into the spotlight when his name was leaked as the SEAL who shot Bin Laden. As much as he makes it a point to deflect praise onto every person who made that raid a success, he has become the figurehead of that mission.

Today, while he remains engaged with the military community and stays current on global and national events, Rob is more focused on his entrepreneurial path than on clinging to his image as a Navy SEAL. He’s pulled lessons from his own life and that of his colleagues, and uses them to teach leadership and personal development through his books and speaking engagements. He’s started new businesses that blend his personal and professional interests, and he’s supporting his fellow veterans with his non-profit.

In this episode, former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill holds nothing back when sharing his views on current events, his predictions of being at war with a certain country, and his advice for anyone who is grappling with stress. He talks about the book he co-authored with Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer and what he’s doing to protect our Navy from a dangerous situation while at sea.

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Use The Power Of Relationships To Build Your American Dream With Ryan Williams

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (dave brown, Barb Allen, ryan williams) — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:18:37 +0000

Ryan Williams grew up on welfare and never graduated high school, but didn’t let any of that stop him from building his own American Dream. Ryan spent 10 years in the military before moving into the entrepreneurial space. He’s built and sold several successful businesses, and today he is CEO of another company he’s built into massive success.

Industry Threadworks has become the Go-To company for apparel brands that want to find solutions to their problems and crush their own goals. Ryan’s years of experience in business, coupled with the iron will he’s honed throughout his life, has turned this former Navy SEAL into a leader in his industry.

In this episode Ryan opens the vault to his personal and professional experiences that led him to where he is today. He shares his insight on the power of relationships and how to make big decisions about their value. He also drops one of the biggest lessons he learned when moving into business after 10 years as a SEAL, and lets us in on a big change about to take place at his company.

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One of the Greatest Stories of Perseverance in Overcoming Defeat in American History

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown) — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:48:47 +0000

Today…on Presidents day, we want to share with you one of the greatest stories of perseverance in overcoming defeat in American history.

This is the story of one of the most influential American presidents in history…

This mans accomplishments, especially at critical times, set the destiny and direction of our nation. They far surpassed the challenges faced along the way, and they were not minor or few in number.

As Americans we can all be grateful for his influence and service to the United States of America.

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Stories of the 2020 Civil Unrest in Washington With Julia Maki Pyrah and Nicholas Cotroneo

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:25:32 +0000

Julia Maki Pyrah and Nicholas Cotroneo are coauthors of the recently released book, Guardians: Stories of the 2020 Civil Unrest in Washington. Their book describes Julia’s firsthand experience as a member of the DC Air National Guard, and her deployment in response to the violent riots in Washington DC, this past June.

The orders Julia and the rest of the National Guard received were to protect the protestors who were exercising their right to peacefully assemble. But when the protests ended in the evening, the riots began, and Julia found herself on the front lines of violent social unrest. Today, Julia is back on duty in DC as part of the National Guard presence on display for weeks.

In this episode, Julia, a seasoned Navy veteran as well as a current National Guardsman and DOD employee and Nick, who is also a military veteran and current DOD employee, compare and contrast the June and January protests and violence. They break down the reality of the National Guard presence as compared to the media’s reporting, and talk about what it’s like to be on the front lines of violent unrest.

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Monday Rewind: Building Success Without Sacrificing Happiness with Roland Frasier

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (roland frasier, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Mon, 8 Feb 2021 16:17:38 +0000

Roland Frasier struck out on his own at just 16 years old, working low paying jobs to support himself while he figured out what to do with his life. At 18, he got into real estate. He then invested every dollar he'd saved over the years into a real estate deal that resulted in a major return on that investment. From there, Roland continued investing in himself and in business.

Today, Roland has built or sold 24 businesses with adjusted sales ranging from $3 million to just under $4 billion. He continues to build, sell, and run massively successful businesses and is passionate about teaching others how to find and maintain personal and professional fulfillment in their own lives.

We interviewed Roland last year in episode #104, and in this snippet, We are sharing some of his best advice on how to build success without sacrificing happiness.

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How to Overcome Trauma with Sex Trafficking Survivor Jenna McKaye

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Jenna McKaye, Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 4 Feb 2021 14:21:37 +0000

Jenna McKaye is a survivor of human trafficking with an incredible life story she now shares in trainings and keynote presentations. Jenna’s story of being trafficked by her husband, escaping her trafficker, and then struggling for years until she found a way to rebuild her health and her life, is inspiring for anyone who feels stuck in their own pain.

She continues to train hospital staff, law enforcement and other professionals how to identify victims of sex trafficking and labor trafficking and respond with victim centered care. Jenna also started nonprofit to support trafficking survivors and at-risk youth.

Listen in as Jenna takes us through her story of betrayal, abuse, courage, and resilience. She shares powerful insight in spotting signs of abuse, escaping an abuser, and overcoming trauma as well as using personal pain as a powerful purpose to help others.

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Monday Rewind: Communication And The Average Sucks Mindset

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown, Michael Bernoff) — Mon, 1 Feb 2021 18:22:44 +0000

Communication is a key factor is all we do. The inability of people to communicate effectively today, without applying perspective to what they both say and hear, is wreaking havoc in our lives.

This, then, is an excellent time to revisit the art of communication.

Michael Bernoff is an expert in this field. He is the founder of the Human Communications Institute and a leader in the personal and professional development industry.

In this episode of American Snippets, we pulled some of Michael's insight from his full-length interview about the power of the messages we tell ourselves and others. You can watch that interview here.

Listen in as Michael also shares how to use the art of communication to positively impacts your life and the lives of others.

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Perpetually Lit With Bobby Sausalito

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown, Bobby Sausalito) — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 18:10:14 +0000

Bobby Sausalito is a Comedian, commentator and Internet personality most notably recognized on Instagram as @takenaps. His satirical videos about politics, the economy, current events, real estate, and other topics he covers have connected with a massive national audience craving for the opportunity to laugh. While Bobby makes light of the conspiracy theories, political disasters, and the divide in this country, he sprinkles in messages of personal accountability and entrepreneurial lessons, blending real life value with the power of laughter.

In this episode of American Snippets, Bobby shares his story of how he found himself on this path, and the lessons his entrepreneurial success have taught him as well. We recorded this the week before the Inauguration, when conspiracy theories were exploding online and the military was being called in by the tens of thousands to turn our capitol into a mocked-up combat zone.

If you are a fan of Bobby’s you will enjoy the opportunity to get to know him more in depth than his online videos allow. If this is the first you’ve heard of him, you’ll be pulled in by his openness and want to get to know him more.

Bobby brings added value to this interview with concisely packaged lessons in entrepreneurship and financial freedom.Listen to this fun and value-packed episode with Bobby Sausalito!

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How to Forge Forward Through Adversity

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 14:34:29 +0000

Former Law Enforcement Officer Jason Schechterle and Former SEAL Jason Redman both have incredible stories of courage and resilience. Jason Schechterle was caught in a fiery explosion when his police cruiser was struck from behind and burst into flames. He was thought to be dead at the scene, but upon discovery that he was still alive, Jason was rushed to a top burn unit, where he defied all odds and lived to tell his story.

Jason Redman was on a mission with his SEAL Team when they were ambushed and pinned down by enemy fire. Jason was shot several times and, too, was expected to die. Like Jason Schechterele, Jason Redman lived to tell his story.

Both men have noticeable disfigurations from their injuries, and both men have overcome incredible odds to rebuild their lives in extraordinary ways.

In this episode, two share snippets of the full length live interview we did with the men, when they came together to share and compare their experiences. They offer some of the lessons they’ve learned from their service, injuries, and recoveries, and how they have rolled those lessons into their personal and professional trainings they offer today.

If you are feeling stuck in indecision or overwhelmed by your challenges, you need to hear Jason Redman explain three actionable steps you can take right now to move forward off that spot he calls thee “X.”

If you have wondered how to find inspiration when you are feeling hopeless, you need to hear Jason Schechterle explain some simple things you can do to tune into positivity and find the inspiration to move forward.

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Helping Everyone Remain Operational With Mike De Geus

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown, mike de geus) — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:04:11 +0000

Mike De Geus built a life of international travel and global intrigue as an entrepreneur and a Secret Service Agent. He first followed his entrepreneurial spirit into businesses that introduced him to world travel, and then revisited his desire to join the Secret Service, where he dedicated himself to 12 years of service. Today he’s moved back into his entrepreneurial path with his companies, Leatherback Gear and HERO beverage.

Leatherback Gear arose from Mike’s personal connection to people who survived shootings and his professional knowledge of such situations, He designed backpacks fitted with armor plates to offer students protection in the event they are caught in a shooting situation. He then expanded his work to create HERO Beverage.

HERO stands for Help Everyone Remain Operational. The company crafts specialty coffees geared to help people raise money and support their communities.

In this episode of American Snippets, Mike shares his story of leaving his small town life to live globally, talks about the ins and outs of working in the Secret Service, and explains how the work he is doing now can impact the lives of struggling or vulnerable Americans.

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Inspiration and Insight from Legendary Marine Major James Capers

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:40:16 +0000

Major James Capers became the first African American to receive a battlefield commission. Major Capers experienced extreme racism growing up in the Jim Crow South, and even while training and working his way up to becoming a decorated officer in the United States Marine Corps. In spite of those experiences, he remained committed to his country and his Corps. He became a respected and legendary leader his men followed into some of Vietnam's worst battles.

In this episode, we pulled some of our favorite snippets of Major Capers' full length interview which you can find in episode 157.

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There Is No Justification For Censoring Or Policing Political Speech

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown, Eric Post) — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 20:51:54 +0000

Marine Corps veteran Eric Post has been in the thick of chaos since the first riots began in Portland Oregon. He's a Portland resident and business owner who gives back to his community he and his family love being a part of.

When the riots first began, Eric took to the streets in an attempt to broker peace. He spoke with people from all walks of life, from both sides of this divide: police officers, BLM members, rioters, peaceful protestors, and others who are directly impacted by the riots or directly involved in them. His goal is to uncover the humanity beneath it all.

Eric and his team were in DC to document the rally. They were at the Capitol building and captured footage of citizens pushing back against those who eventually entered the building. He and his crew have been tear gassed, pepper sprayed, flash-banged, and shot with rubber bullets as they filmed these incidents.

In this episode of American Snippets, we loaned our platform to Eric and his crew moments after he discovered Facebook banned him from doing live posts. Listen in as they share the emotional toll and the insight they've gained from their months on the frontlines of these riots.

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First Hand Experience at DC Trump Protest

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barbara allen) — Fri, 8 Jan 2021 20:19:04 +0000

The events in Washington DC stunned our nation. While the media was quick to offer its version of events, the people who were there found it difficult to do so; our attempts to live stream were thwarted by an overwhelmed system combined with suppression of services.

For hours, the only reports available were what the mainstream media presented. Much of what was reported was true. Much was not.

It is important for every American to investigate multiple sources of information and make your own determination of what happened based on different viewpoints and reporting.

In this episode of American Snippets, Co-Host Barb Allen sits down with her friends from their DC hotel room, the morning after the protest. They share their firsthand accounts of what happened in the streets and at the Capitol. They limit this strictly to what they saw themselves.

Some of the areas discussed include:

Crowd Size
Crowd energy
What it was like to be at the Washington monument during the rally
What happened outside the Department of Justice
What happened outside the Capitol Building

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Former Iraqi US Intelligence Asset on What's Really Happening in America

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Hamody Jasim, Barb Allen) — Tue, 5 Jan 2021 22:15:20 +0000

Hamody Jasim was 12 years old when he was arrested and tortured in one of Saddam Hussein’s prisons. Hamody enlisted in the Iraq Army while still a teeenager, and was ultimately recruited by the United States Intelligence Community. He went on to become a major asset to that community - and to America- by eliminating high-level Al-Qaeda and Islamic State operatives, and terrorist organizations.

Hamody was hunted and tracked by Al Qaeda until he was forced to flee to America in order to save his own life. He remains in touch with his contacts in the Intelligence community, and stays up to date on recurring and emerging threats to the country he gave so much in service of. He is an author and speaker, and produced a documentary detailing his experiences and insight.

We interviewed Hamody back in Episode #21. Since our community has grown and our country has taken such drastic turns, we are bringing him back to apply his extensive knowledge to current events, and share his insight on all of it.

In this episode of American Snippets Hamody Jasim offers a recap of his life in Iraq and addresses specific issues pertaining to our country’s climate, direction, and national security.

Sean Whalen On Faith, Self Reliance, And The New American Dream

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Sean Whalen, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Fri, 1 Jan 2021 15:26:44 +0000

Sean Whalen is among the leading entrepreneurs in the mindset and lifestyle arena. His brand, Lions Not Sheep, is proudly patriotic and unabashedly assertive in its branding. Sean draws upon his personal and professional struggles to teach his community the lessons he's learned and lead them to apply those lessons in their own lives.

He's well-known for his unconventional style his community loves him for. Recently, he's been using his platform to speak up about the lockdowns, mandates, and the impact these policies are having on everyday Americans.

We went in depth with Sean in his interview, which was episode #149. In this episode, we are sharing snippets of that interview. Listen in for a states of what Sean had to say about his own background, how being raised in the Mormon faith impacted him, what it means to be self-reliant, and what the American Dream looks like today.

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Officer Parker On What It's Like To Be In Law Enforcement Today

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 17:12:42 +0000

Law Enforcement is one of the hottest topics of debate in this country. One political party paints police officers as villains, even comparing them to Nazis, while the other acknowledges flaws in law enforcement and seeks to remedy those while also supporting police officers.

In Episode #160, we brought Officer Parker to you. He is a Law Enforcement Officer who has both experienced racism and hardships as a civilian, and the direct impact of the anti-police movement as he serves his community.

Officer Parker has taken his insight and messages online, where he has grown an audience of Americans invested in the well-being of our country. In this episode, we share some of the highlights of his interview as he talks about his own past trauma, and what it's like to be a police officer today.

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Exposing Corruption And Taking A Stand Against Evil with Craig Sawyer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Craig Sawyer, Barb Allen) — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 15:34:49 +0000

Craig Sawyer is a former member of SEAL Team 6, and a veteran of the Federal Marshal Service. His federal career came to an end after he blew the whistle to expose leadership corruption. From there, Craig followed a path that ultimately lead him to found Veterans for Child Rescue. He and his team, including his daughter, who is a sexual assault survivor, work together to expose and bring to justice those who prey on children,

Craig shared details of his whistleblowing experience and his current work in his full interview, aired in episode #143. Here in this episode, we bring you some snippets of what Craig shared with us. Listen in as Craig describes how he exposed federal corruption, what the sitting President Obama did to the guilty person, and his work to rescue children.

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Share Your Voice, Inspire, And Live The American Dream with Eric Post

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barb Allen, Eric Post) — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 18:26:35 +0000

Eric Post is a Marine Corps veteran and a proud American family man. He has created partnerships and built businesses to achieve significant success. More recently, he has become an on-the-ground leader in the besieged area of Portland, Oregon, and an inspirational leader to people across the country who are seeking ways to restore patriotism and reclaim the American Spirit. He has become an advocate for the truth and for true unity, and a determined defender of the freedoms he and others gave so much in service of.

Eric shared his story with us in February of 2020, when the Coronavirus was still new and the worst of lockdowns, divisiveness, and chaos was yet to come. We’ve highlighted snippets of his interview and shared them here. In this episode, Eric shares his insight on the meaning of patriotism, and talks about what the American Dream still means today.

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Catch our full interview with Eric Post in Episode #131

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Patriotism, Leadership, and How to Keep America Awesome with David Webb

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Dave Brown, David Webb) — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 17:33:21 +0000

David Webb is an acclaimed radio and broadcast host . He's a political activist who has appeared on news shows around the globe. Today he’s most often seen on Fox Nation, where he hosts Reality Check, and heard on Sirius XM Patriot, where he hosts The David Webb Show. Regardless of what network or what platform he’s on David freely shares his insight and commentary on all aspects of the political world.

His outspokenness has earned him plenty of critics. Those with opposing beliefs and political views often angrily take to their keyboards with outrage or mockery as they condemn David and everyone who agrees with him. Occasionally, even someone on air with him will do so.

One particular incident swept the nation, but not in the manner which the challenger intended. CNN legal analyst Areva Martin accused him of 'white privilege' during a debate on his radio show. “David,” Areva said, “by virtue of being a white male you have white privilege.”

Anyone who knows or follows David knows these two things about him: (1) He doesn’t believe in white privilege and (2) He is black.

In this episode of American Snippets, we showcase a powerful clip from David's original interview with us, which you can hear in Episode #138. He holds nothing back as he talks about patriotism being labeled as racism, the difference between Liberal and Conservative mindsets, which part is impacted by Communism, and how Americans can win America back.

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Wake Up, Kick Butt, And Win With Former Navy Seal Ray Care

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Ray Care, Dave Brown) — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 17:18:36 +0000

Ray Care is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments in his years of service. He has since become a leader in mindset and team building, working with people like Bedros Keuilian and Jason Redman as well as in his own program, CONQUER. Ray has also been seen in blockbusters like Captain Phillips and popular shows like Ultimate Hell Week and The Selection.

Last March, Ray sat down with us and talked about lessons he’s learned that could help Americans as we entered into the early days of the pandemic, in what became the most tumultuous year in modern American history.

In this episode we spotlighted some of Ray’s interview to refresh you on some of his insight and lessons. As a heads up- this is not an episode for those who are easily offended. But if you are like us and ready to double down on leading yourself, your family, and your community through our challenges, so we can preserve America’s core values and make 2021 our greatest year, you don’t want to miss what Ray has to say!

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How To Stay Positive Regardless Of What You're Facing with SSG Travis Mills

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Travis Mills, Dave Brown) — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 13:37:31 +0000

Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis is a quadruple amputee, having lost portions of both his arms and legs. In spite of his challenges, Travis has emerged as a leader, advocate, and inspiration. He created a nonprofit to serve other wounded warriors. He became an entrepreneur. He is an in-demand speaker who cracks his audiences up while imparting powerful lessons.

Given the current events in our country, we selected Travis’s interview to highlight in our countdown to the New Year. Americans are pushing themselves to overcome massive physical, financial, emotional and spiritual challenges, and Travis drops some nuggets that will help.

Here are some of his words on staying positive regardless of what you are facing. He talks about how he finds strength remembering the friends he lost, and the gratitude he holds for the medical teams that went all-in on his care and recovery.

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Catch our full interview with Travis Mills in Episode #127

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How to Rise From Hopelessness to Happiness with Glenn Lundy

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (glenn lundy, Dave Brown, Barbara Allen) — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 13:36:00 +0000

In 2005, Glenn Lundy was homeless and suicidal. He’d lost custody of his only child, destroyed relationships, and allowed a successful career to fall by the wayside.

Today, he is among the country’s most sought-after GM’s in the auto industry. He is a proud husband and father to 7 children, with his 8th on the way.

Glenn is the creator of the Rise and Grind morning show that has grown into a major brand, and he is an expert in both business culture development and leadership training. He has been featured in People Magazine, as well as other major networks and publications

In this episode of American Snippets, Glenn Lundy shares his personal and professional experiences and talks about how he’s leveraged the most painful moments of his past to become major assets in his work today.

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Former CIA Officer Ron Hammond Pushes Back Against Far Left Censorship with New Patriotic Platform

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barbara allen, dave brown, ron hammond) — Tue, 8 Dec 2020 22:17:07 +0000

Ron Hammond is a former CIA Operations Officer and US Army Guard Officer. He has over 28 years in the Intelligence Community where he focused on the Middle East and South Asia, more specifically on combating terrorism and stopping the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

Ron maintained professional involvement in the Defense Industry over the years, developing cutting edge technology and running related businesses. Today he is fully invested in his solution to censorship, the attack on free speech, and access to full and truthful news.

His solution is in the form of a new platform operated by and featuring himself and numerous other highly qualified professionals from various areas of military, government, or first responder communities. OpsLens is emerging as an innovative and interactive platform at the forefront of patriotism and current events.

In this episode, Ron Hammond talks about the personal and professional side of life as a CIA Officer, his work in the Defense Industry, and how OpsLens is poised at the tip of the spear that is piercing through censorship and civil unrest.

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Behind the Scenes of Homicide and High Profile Crimes with Nationally Acclaimed, Retired Detective Don Tabak

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Don tabak, Dave Brown, Barbara Allen) — Thu, 3 Dec 2020 14:30:12 +0000

Retired LAPD Homicide Detective Don Tabak is a nationally recognized crime analyst. While serving with the LAPD, Don, and his team solved 100% of the cases assigned to them.

Don is now a nationally recognized crime analyst and an accomplished Private Investigator, heading up his own firm that works domestically and abroad. From some of the most notorious cases in Hollywood, to the discreet cases of his private clients, there is little Don has not seen or experienced in the world of investigating crime.

In this episode of American Snippets, Don shares that expertise and experience with us, as he answers questions about the field of criminal investigations and takes us behind the scenes of some of his cases.

From the Marine Corps to Hollywood with Military Technical Advisor James Dever

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barbara Allen, james dever) — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 23:05:10 +0000

James Dever is a former Marine who now works in Hollywood. His career as a military technical advisor for the biggest movies made started by chance, while he was still actively serving in the United States Marines. He was assigned to work alongside Clint Eastwood to ensure he accurately portrayed the role of a Marine.

After 25 years of service, James picked up where he’d left off with that experience, and pursued a professional career in Hollywood. With blockbusters like Heartbreak Ridge, The Last Samurai, and other award-winning films on his resume, James is at the top of his industry.

In this episode of American Snippets, James shares his personal story that lead him to the Marines and some behind-the scenes mishaps on big movies. He offers his own insight into Hollywood trends, what it takes to produce a quality military movie, and his unique view of what the American Dream is.

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Forging Forward After Trauma with Veteran and Comedian Bobby Henline

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Bobby Henline, Dave Brown) — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 12:06:04 +0000

Army veteran Bobby Henline is the sole survivor of an IED explosion. The catastrophic injuries he miraculously survived left him severely disfigured. He required years of hospitalizations and surgeries. But with all the focus on treating his physical wounds, the hidden wounds festered.

Bobby plunged into depression that could easily be attributed to the scars he bears, the arm he lost, and the altered appearance caused by those injuries. While Bobby was struggling through those things, the most dangerous wounds he faced were a result of survivor's guilt and post traumatic stress.

It’s been 13 years since that explosion, and Bobby is now fully immersed in a new life. He is a successful speaker, entrepreneur, and comedian. He is engaged to a woman he loves, his relationships with his kids are thriving, and he has found a way to use all of his experiences to guide and support others faced with their own trauma.

In this episode of American Snippets, Bobby Henline talks about his 30 year path from a 19 year-old ,divorced, alcoholic veteran, to his return to military service, his life as a survivor, mentor, comedian, and founder of a non-profit. He shares his lessons on resilience, how his experience altered his faith, what it’s like to start up in comedy, and how to find a positive outlet to channel trauma. He also shares his experience of being drafted into a political battle and how that changed his own practice of expressing political views.

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Be the Change with Anthony Russo

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, anthony russo, Barbara Allen) — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:30:01 +0000

Anthony Russo had every excuse to fail in life. He grew up wrapped in the cloud of poverty, addiction, and constant stress. But instead of allowing his challenges to become his excuses, he turned them into building blocks to be the change in his own life. He went on to build a multi-million dollar business with 2000 employees before deciding there was more he wanted to do with his life. Today he is at the forefront of a new wave of warriors in a new battle threatening to overcome America- the battle for the hearts and minds of our citizens.

His movement, BetheChange is impacting thousands of Americans who crave a platform and outlet to nurture positivity and ignite meaningful change. With ambassadors like Kash Lee Kelly and other patriotic Americans, Anthony is leading a charge to counter the negativity and anti-patriotic movements in our country. In this episode of American Snippets, Anthony opens up on his childhood, his early failures, and the pivotal moment that awakened him to his next level of his personal and professional path. He talks about what BetheChange has already achieved and how you can be a vehicle of change as well.

From Rodeo to Leadership with Lobbying Expert, Former Intelligence Officer, and Veterans Advocate Don Bramer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Don Bramer, Dave Brown, Barbara Allen) — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Don Bramer grew up on a Kentucky ranch, riding rodeo before joining college and joining a fraternity. A newly elected State Senator was a member of the same fraternity. He suggested Don come intern for him, which led Don into the political arena working for several top politicians. Don’s decision of pursuing that political path or returning to his Kentucky roots disappeared on 9/11. That’s when his military bloodline and his sense of patriotism called him into military service. He spent years as an Intelligence Officer on repeated deployments before returning home and reentering the world of politics.

Today Don Bramer is among the most influential Lobbyists in the country. His company, Bramer Group, is at the forefront of advocating for veterans, American manufacturing, and Defense. Frequently asked to appear on national news network, Don is a familiar presence to those who stay up to date on current events.

In this episode Don Bramer shares who that newly elected Senator- now one of the most powerful politicians in the country - was. He talks about how 9/11 changed his life’s trajectory, what a lobbyist really does and why it matters, and the insight gained from global travel and service to our country.

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Love after Loss with Gold Star Wife Charissa Westfall

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:30:00 +0000

The story of SEAL Team 10 was widely publicized through the book and movie, Lone Survivor. Because of that, many of us know about the extraordinary courage and tragic deaths of the men on that Afghanistan mountain with Marcus Luttrell.

We also know that a Chinook helicopter with a force consisting of SEALS and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment “Nightstalkers” was shot down during a rescue attempt, killing all 16 men on board.

What is lesser known is the story of the men on that Chinook, or the ones who were left to grieve for the husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, and friends.

In this episode of American Snippets, Charissa Fontan Westfall, author of Beautiful Tragedy and widow of Chief Petty Officer Jacques Fontan, shares her story of love, loss, and triumph she’s experienced since the death of her husband and the new love that came into her life.

How to Burst Out of Your Bubble with Travis Chappell

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (David Brown, Barbara Allen, Travis Chappell) — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Travis Chappell is an expert on building networks and relationships. His own network is massive and the multi-tiered relationships he’s built are the result of the value he’s brought to those relationships as well as the value he’s gained. His success as a top podcast creator, a real estate investor, and relationship expert can appear to be all about fun and luck, but in reality, it’s a world away from where he started.

In this episode of American Snippets, Travis shares his story of how his life went from one extreme to another. He talks about what led him to step out of the isolated community and a path to the seminary, and into a national arena. He also offers hard-earned insight into what it takes to build and grow the kind of relationships and expertise that will help you achieve your own vision of success.

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Tactically Awesome with Army Veteran, Book Publisher and Space Force Member Erik Shaw

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (erik saw, Barbara Allen, Dave Brown) — Tue, 6 Oct 2020 09:30:00 +0000

Army veteran Erik Shaw is the founder of Tactical 16 publishing company. Tactical 16 works primarily with authors in the Armed Forces, Police, Fire, and Rescue communities in a hybrid publishing model designed to be an affordable yet powerful outlet to write and publish their books. Having recently stepped away from running that company, Erik moved into the same work for professional athletes. He’s also a member of the United States Space and continues to offer brand and marketing support to the company he founded. example of someone who's maintained.

In this episode of American Snippets, Erik shares some ins-and-outs of the publishing world and offers a peek at his work with the Space Force. He talks about his experiences working with professional athletes and how politics has entered their athletic profession as well as how it can impact their personal branding. Finally, Erik explains why he’s fast becoming a beacon of humor and positivity on social media, and why that matters in today’s climate.

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Officer Parker: The Man Behind The Badge

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Officer Parker, Dave Brown, Barbara Allen) — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 09:30:08 +0000

Police Officer Gregory Parker captured the country’s eye when a news crew caught him on video running down and capturing a suspect. That video led to a call from the hit TV show, Ultra Tag, and from there Officer Parker’s public platform exploded.

Today, even as he continues to serve in law enforcement, he is a well known Social Media Influencer who uses his platform to inspire, encourage, and lead others through challenges. He is passionate about representing the humanity behind the badge a police officer wears and in today’s volatile climate, with so much anger and violence being directed at police officers, he is a much-needed voice of reason.

In this episode of American Snippets, Officer Parker opens up about his own tumultuous childhood, the mentor that helped him overcome his past, and how he really feels about his career as a police officer.

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Erick Poston: The mission and Story Behind Oakley’s Infinite Hero Foundation

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, erick poston, Barbara Allen) — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 16:16:03 +0000

For over a decade, our country’s military has been bearing the brunt of seemingly endless wars. Many of those who honorably serve are returning home with physical injuries that impact their lives, or emotional wounds that make it difficult for them to move forward. Too many do not return at all, leaving grieving families behind to carry that loss forever.

America is stepping forward to serve our veterans. Over 46,000 military-focused nonprofits exist today. So when Oakley, Inc, decided to do its part to give back, it took another path.

Most people know of Oakley as a company that produces elite sports performance equipment and lifestyle pieces. But what Oakley is just as committed to is supporting the military community. In this episode. Oakley’s Director of its Military/Government program, Erick Poston, talks about Oakley’s Infinite Hero Foundation.

The Infinite Hero Foundation combats the most difficult front-line issues – mental and physical – facing military heroes and their families. It connects our military, veterans and military family members with innovative and effective treatment programs for service related injuries by supporting existing nonprofits doing that work. To date, the Infinite Hero Foundation has raised well over 4 million dollars to donate towards approved nonprofits. Listen in as Erick shares the mission and story of the Infinite Hero Foundation.

Christa Cairus, Survivor of Sexual Trafficking and a Spinal Cord Injury, on Surviving and Thriving Through Trauma

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Christa Cairus, David Brown) — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 15:07:29 +0000

Christa Cairus is a two-time author. She’s a speaker, a teacher, a mom of 3, and a Special Olympics coach. Her first book,” Beautiful Survivor, overcoming the statistics” shares in depth detail on her life as a young girl who was preyed upon and sexually trafficked.

Her story of horrific abuse and then a tragic accident that left her paralyzed just months after having a baby could have ended right there, but her new book, “Turning Adversity Into Glitter” shares the lessons in resilience, strength, and grace that she used to rebuild her life.

In this episode of American Snippets, Christa talks about her life as a victim and a survivor. She also shares some of the lessons she’s learned in the course of finding triumph after trauma, and offers insight into how to escape and overcome abuse.

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Faith, Family, and Freedom with Major James Capers, Jr.

Fri, 4 Sep 2020 14:47:10 +0000

Major James Capers, Jr. is the son of a Sharecropper who was falsely convicted for a crime and fled to another state. Capers grew up in a time that racism ran rampant and the Jim Crow era was in full swing, but that did not stop him from achieving one extraordinary accomplishment after another throughout a storied career in the United States Marine Corps. His memoir, Faith Through the Storm, offers an in-depth journey of Major Capers’ life as a young Black American before, during, and after his service. From trauma, to triumph, to tragedy and heroism on the streets of America and the jungles of Vietnam, Major Capers’ story is the kind that legends are made of.

Major Capers became the first African-American Marine to receive a battlefield commission while in 3rd Force Recon. He was the first African- American Marine Officer featured on a Marine Recruitment Poster. His incredible courage and leadership led to being inducted into the Commando Hall of Honor for special forces, receiving the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart (with 4 gold stars). His nomination for the Medal of Honor has been renewed.

But above all his achievements, Major Capers is most of all a loving husband and father who now lives with the memory of a son who died in his arms and the love of his life who died shortly after. His nonprofit, The Gary Capers Foundation, was launched in their honor.

In this episode of American Snippets, Major Capers shares raw and real stories of love, loss, and sacrifice both in and out of service. He talks freely about what the flag means to him, the men he lost in Vietnam, and the woman who stood by his side through all of it.

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Giving the gift of mobility back to Americans, with the American Mobility Project

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 15:11:32 +0000

Gary Linfoot was on his 21st combat deployment when his helicopter experienced mechanical failures, and crashed. Gary suffered a spinal injury that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Together, Gary and his wife Mari worked to adjust to their own new normal. Along the way they have been supported by incredible people and organizations like the Gary Sinise Foundation, which gifted them with a customized home, and the Infinite Hero Foundation, which gifted Gary with an iBot powered wheelchair.

The Linfoots are now paying it forward with their own organization, The American Mobility Project. They recently gifted custom iBots to two young women, and have also been able to gift various adaptive equipment to others.

In this episode, Gary and Mari share their story of service, sacrifice, and finding purpose in their own pain.

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Drag Racer and Sponsorship Expert Jeff Lambert on How to Pay For Your Passions

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (jeff lambert, Barbara Allen, Dave Brown) — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 09:00:31 +0000

Jeff Lambert is a Veteran and Drag car racer with two track championships to his name. He is the President of Armed Forces Racing and founder of racesponsorships.net.

Jeff’s passion is to grow the sport of sportsman drag racing by helping grass roots racers improve their race programs through sponsorships. He also gives back to fellow veterans by introducing them to the sport of drag racing as recreational therapy.

In this episode Jeff shares his story of how he built a business out of something he is passionate about, and offers insight into how Americans today can do the same, even in the midst of the Coronavirus restrictions and challenges.

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Is This Presidency Really Killing Relationships?

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen) — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:10:24 +0000

In this episode of American Snippets, co-founder Barb Allen responds to the ever-increasing assertion that the divisiveness in this country is directly attributed to President Trump. We stand by everyone's right to express their beliefs and opinions but this complete BS and most Americans know it.

This episode represents our own views on the true roots of divisiveness and serves as a counter to a particular article written by John Pavlovitz titled, This Presidency is Killing Relationships - and we're All Grieving.

From Prison to High Performance Athlete and Philanthropist with Mike Rouse

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Mike Rouse, Dave Brown) — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 22:39:23 +0000

Mike Rouse is an accomplished endurance athlete with hundreds of high-profile races and several world championships to his name.

He has trained and competed alongside some of this country’s most elite athletes in Ironmans, Ultra Marathons, and 24 hour runs to raise money for families of the fallen.

He’s also spent 14 months in a United States prison, and been locked up in a Turkish prison. He built and ran a nonprofit to support former inmates and smuggled bibles into Iraq.

Today he is in his 60’s and still running circles around people half his age, literally and figuratively, with his athleticism and his own inner strength. He is committed to using his life to serve others, and in this episode of American Snippets he opens up about the difficult turns his life took, his own accountability for those turns, and how he found the biggest blessings by giving back.

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How to Fire Your Family: The Ins and Outs of a Multigenerational Business with Chad Felderhoff

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Chad Felderhoff, Barbara Allen, Dave Brown) — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 23:59:13 +0000

Chad Felderhoff and his brother Mitch run the multigenerational animal food manufacturer company, Muenster Milling. While Chad knew one day he'd be a part of carrying on the family business, he never imagined it would entail such difficult moves as firing his own parents, or such wild marketing campaigns like watching his brother eat nothing but dog food for 30 days, but that's exactly what happened.

In this episode Chad shares his own robust family history while applying the lessons they carry to the challenges of today's business climate. He also talks about the intricacies of working closely with family members, and offers advice for anyone doing the same. Chad's story is yet another example of how the American Dream is built and passed on to generations, and how each generation makes it their own.

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Post Traumatic Survival with Marine Corps Veteran Ozzie Martinez

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Dave Brown, Ozzie Martinez) — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:27:57 +0000

Marine Corps veteran Ozzie Martinez Jr. was 20 years old on 9/11. He immediately called a recruiter and initiated the process of becoming a Marine. After two back-to-back deployments, Ozzie had been through experiences that lead to him becoming declared 100% disabled due to PTSD. The diagnosis shattered his hopes of becoming a law enforcement officer and sent Ozzie into a deep depression.

After years of turmoil, Ozzie found the strength to rebuild his life. Today he is leading other veterans through their own post traumatic survival paths through a podcast and his organization, Operation Wet Vet, where camaraderie and recreation allow combat veterans to recover and grow from their own trauma.

Listen in as Ozzie shares his family's story of their lives in Cuba, how they came to this country, his story of service and his openness about his struggles, as well as the extraordinary way he is continuing to serve through his work today.

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Faith Over Fear With Molly Trotter

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen, Dave Brown, Molly Trotter) — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 16:09:28 +0000

Molly Trotter thought she’d landed her dream job as an anchor for a news station, only to quickly discover that dream was just an illusion. What she'd believed would be a platform to champion the underdog was instead a factory for producing fear and anger. Then she was fired without warning, and faced a pivotal moment in her life.

Today, she is leading a surging community of new entrepreneurs through the gauntlets of online branding and marketing. Her work is critical for the wave of Americans facing the Covid crisis as they lose their jobs or their businesses struggle to survive.

Molly is also an eloquently outspoken presence on social media, as she encourages people to focus on meaningful conversations without buying into the fear and anger being nurtured in the media. In this episode, Molly talks about how she began and ended her news career, navigated the struggles of being unemployed, and how a leap of faith she took led her to a new career and the love of her life.

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Sean Whalen: Leading Like A Lion

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barbara Allen, Sean Whalen) — Thu, 2 Jul 2020 13:49:32 +0000

Sean Whalen is at the forefront of the entrepreneurial , personal development, and apparel industries. His reputation as a hard-charging, patriotic, no bullshit kind of personality is not for the easily offended individual, but millions of people around the world follow Sean to learn from and connect with others who share an appreciation for his approach to life.

Raised in a single parent home, Sean worked his way out of the underdog position to achieve wealth and success, only to lose his family and business in a catastrophic fall that lead to a depression that almost claimed his life. But Sean pulled himself back together, repaired the wounds in his life, and turned his pain into purpose by creating the kind of success only the most driven people achieve.

Sean Whalen is a CEO and an investor in several massively successful companies but the one he's most widely known for is his role as founder and CEO of the global movement, Lions Not Sheep.

Listen in as Sean Whalen gets real about building success, who his hero is, how he's approaching love this time around, and what his version of the American Dream is all about.

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From 14 Million Dollars in Debt to Rebuilding Multi-Million Dollar Companies with Billy Alvaro

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 12:15:44 +0000

There is not much about failure and success that Billy Alvaro has not experienced. His story is packed with extremes in both. First, there's the part about how he went from tending bar to building a career in which he handled over a billion dollars of transactions, and what impact a coke dealer had on that path.

Next, he crashed right down to the bottom. He was 14 million dollars in debt with no clear path out, and his world caved in around him. Faced with total destruction, Billy tapped into his will and made a bold move that turned the tide. Today he is back on top of his game, working with real estate investors and homeowners across the country as he solves problems and leads clients to major returns on their investments. He's made a stunning comeback that is packed with lessons on resilience and business expertise.

Billy talks about it all in this episode of American Snippets.

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World Record Holder Steven Miller: Building Americans' Strength, Faith, and Balance

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (steven miller, david brown, barbara allen) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:03:59 +0000

Stephen Miller Sr. is a martial arts expert, a former MMA fighter, and strength athlete with 5 still standing world records to his credit. He’s a high-impact motivational/inspirational speaker, trainer and mentor to some of America’s top sports and entertainment people.

Stephen and his son Steven Miller II have become a leading father/son motivational team in America.

In this episode, Stephen shares his story of discovering his own strength and turns his own experiences into lessons anyone can apply to doing the same.

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Singer and Songwriter Mary Sarah on Building a Career with Grace

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (David Brown, Barbara Allen, Mary Sarah) — Fri, 5 Jun 2020 12:43:57 +0000

Long before Mary Sarah turned four chairs on the hit TV show The Voice, she was tuning in to the hearts of audiences from the Grand Ole Opry, to touring with Kidz Bop, and performing with country legends like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, among others.

Mary Sarah has learned some tough lessons about human nature and the music industry, and credits her family and her faith with guiding her to the right places and people at the right time.

In this episode, Mary Sarah shares some of those stories, Including how she came to be a National Ambassador for the non-profit, Caiden's Hope, what it was like to sing with Dolly Parton, why she declined two opportunities to compete on The Voice before she appeared in Season 10. She also offers advice for any young artist hoping to build their own success in the industry.

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We All Have A Unique Gift To Offer With Singer John Vincent

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barbara Allen, John Vincent) — Fri, 29 May 2020 15:01:57 +0000

John Vincent loves to sing. It's his gift, and it's what brings him the most joy. He's been dubbed as a "Crooner" for his signature throwback covers of the late, great, Frank Sinatra and others of that era.And if you're a Cubs fan there is a good chance you've heard John singing the anthem prior to each home game.

During the current COVID-19 lockdowns, John is taking his talent to the streets of his hometown. At the request of local law enforcement, John is popping up all over town for impromptu performances that are bringing joy and light into stressful lives.

In this episode we talk with John about his own path to success and how each of us has the ability to inspire others.

Former Navy SEAL Jason Redman and Retired, Line of Duty Injured Detective Jason Schechterle Discuss How to Flip Pain into New Purpose

Fri, 22 May 2020 14:28:40 +0000

The only thing better than sharing one incredible person with our community is sharing two incredible people! This episode is from a live Facebook interview we did with two previous guests who have experience and lessons to share about overcoming sudden catastrophic events in life.

Jason Redman is a former Navy SEAL who survived several combat-inflicted gunshot wounds that should have killed him. Jason Schechterle is a retired Police Detective who survived a horrific on duty car accident that engulfed him in flames. Together, the men talk about lessons they learned from their experiences and how those lessons apply to today's COVID-19 hardships.

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Constant Combat: Standing up against crime and evil with Craig Sawyer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 15 May 2020 12:39:37 +0000

Craig Sawyer is the owner of Tactical Insider, which brings technical advice on weapons and combat to Hollywood. From his service in the Marines and in the Navy, including Special Forces, Craig has ample experience to draw upon in his industry.

Craig is a familiar face on shows like Sniper;Deadliest Missions, Top Shot, and Rhino Wars. He's appeared on various news platforms and was also named Maxim's "Maximum Warrior."

Most recently, Craig is all-in on his foundation, Veterans for Child Rescue , which he established to work towards ending domestic sex-trafficking of minors.

In this episode, Craig touches on his military service and explains why he works so hard to combat sex-trafficking.

He also shares another real-life experience he had as a national security level whistleblower, and he holds nothing back.

Listen in as Craig's story is packed with insight on things happening in this country and around the world, that most of us are not aware of, and find out how you can support his mission against sex-trafficking.

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One Funny Mother Dena Blizzard on Kids, Quarantine, and Crisis

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Sun, 10 May 2020 13:07:14 +0000

Dena Blizzard is one of America's funniest and most-loved moms. Millions of people have grown to count on the comedian to remind them of the humor in every day life, encourage them through this quarantine, and connect one another to a community.

Dena's videos on motherhood have become viral hits. Most often they become viral for the humor she finds in everyday life, but she often opens up to let people into the vulnerable side of herself, most notably about the challenges attached to advocating for a child with special needs.

Just in time for Mothers Day, this episode is packed with insight on parenting and overflowing with fun as Dena lets us in on how she built such a successful career by following her heart.

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World-Renowned Hypnotist Marshall Sylver Opens Up On Current Events, Patriotism, and Emerging From Crisis

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 1 May 2020 12:19:28 +0000

American Snippets is all about you. It's about bringing you up close and personal each week with people who exemplify excellence in their personal and professional lives, and who's stories provide clear messages and lessons you can find inspiration and insight in. We love giving our guests room to share stories they don't typically get asked about on other platforms. We find that these are often the areas our guests bring the most powerful lessons in.

Marshall Sylver has been interviewed hundreds of times, if not more. He has coached thousands of individual clients and spoken or performed for millions. Known as the world's greatest hypnotist, Marshall is constantly asked about the powers of persuasion, the subconscious mind, and for help understanding how to utilize both. He's also frequently asked to share his incredible story of hardship from which he emerged on top. Marshall has talked on both those topics thousands of times, and each time he blows his audience away.

In this interview, though, Marshall was pulled in a different direction. Listen in as Marshall takes us into areas we normally don't venture into. From his thoughts on the CoronaVirus, to the Federal Reserve and the IRS, Marshall unleashes his views. He offers just enough of his personal story to bring his points home on everything from child trafficking to building massive success, and he does it in his own way.

Get ready for a wild ride with Marshall Sylver on this episode of American Snippets!

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Entrepreneurship and Overcoming Adversity with Lawyer, Athlete, and Cancer Survivor Rachel Brenke

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:40:41 +0000

Rachel Brenke has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs navigate the legality of building their dream.

She's built her own version of the American Dream as a wife, mom, athlete, and successful business owner.

Rachel comes from a military family and is also married to a veteran, which accounts for her pull to be especially active in the military spouse community.

In this episode, Rachel openly shares her personal struggles, from battling cancer, to building a business while raising a family, to life as a military spouse, and how a shocking crime has impacted her own life.

She pulls lessons from each of these areas of her life, and talks about how those lessons can be applied in the lives of others who face obstacles in their own lives.

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How to Combat Depression with Veteran, Double Amputee Athlete Noah Galloway

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 13:17:36 +0000

The current crisis caused by COVD-19 is wreaking havoc on the physical, emotional, and financial health of people around the world. It's easy to let the uncertainty, fear, and frustration lead to overwhelming depression, but our guest on this episode wants you to know how to combat depression before it becomes overwhelming.

Noah Galloway lost his left arm and leg in military service, and spent years living under the weight of the resulting depression. He became the first veteran and amputee to be featured on the cover of men's health magazine earning the title of the Ultimate Guy title in 2014.

Today Noah Galloway is an author, speaker, philanthropist, and among the most inspirational competitors to have competed on Dancing With the Stars.

His experience battling his own depression allows him to guide others through their own struggles and in this episode he gets real about the lessons he learned.

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Reality Check With Dave Webb

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 21:36:52 +0000

David Webb is Host of the David Webb Show on Sirius XM Patriot 125 and he's the host of Reality Check with David on Fox Nation. He's a Fox News Contributor, The Hill Columnist and Breitbart News Contributor. David has been on radio for over 25 years and is a dedicated political activist as well as an active Board Member of more than one Non-profit, including The Young Marines.

In this episode, which also ran as a live interview on our American Snippets Facebook page, David gets real on things like patriotism, the difference between leaders and leadership, and his experiences during the COVID 19 crisis.

David is among the biggest supporters of American Snippets and our first live event, The Great American Summit, now planned for the spring of 2021. He'll be joining our incredible lineup of speakers and guests, and he's got a message about what makes this event so special.

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Former Navy Seal Ray "Cash" Care on Pain, Purpose, Love, and Patriotism

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 3 Apr 2020 19:51:19 +0000

You can call former Navy SEAL Ray Care many things, but you can't call him a quitter. Ray "Cash" Care learned from a young age that life isn't fair, and pain is powerful. After years of being dominated by the constant pain in his life, Ray figured out how to harness that power to propel him into a life packed with fulfillment.

First as a Navy SEAL and now as a fitness expert, speaker, team-builder and personal development leader, Ray teaches individuals, audiences, and corporations how to embrace the power of pain for a self-directed purpose.

Ray's been featured on The History Channel, the Discovery Channel, and BBC, as well as appearing in the Hollywood blockbuster, Captain Phillips.

In this episode, Ray gets real about the difference between quitting and overcoming challenges. He shares stories of working with his good friend and fellow former SEAL Jason Redman, as well as his mentor and colleague Bedros Keuilian, and why his friend Tom Hanks calls him "the worst actor he's ever met."

It's a wild ride in this episode, so if you're a sensitive soul you might want to sit this one out.

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Creating Comebacks through Adversity with Adventure Racer, Firefighter, and World Record Holder Robyn Benincasa

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, robyn benincasa, Barb Allen) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:30:05 +0000

Robyn Benincasa is an expert on leadership and team building. Her expertise comes not as a result of classroom education or a lucrative corporate career, but through decades of extreme challenges and relying on teamwork.

She was part of America's first all- female fire crew, and has spent years battling blazes alongside a team. She's completed numerous adventure races around the world. From the jungles of Borneo to remote locations in Tibet, there are few places Robyn has not conquered. But just when she was at her peak, Robyn collapsed in a race. A crushing diagnosis followed, effectively ending Robyn's way of life.

Rather than accept the diagnosis as an end to challenges, Robyn accepted it as a new challenge. She went on to earn a new world record and launch a non-profit to help other Survivors of medical or emotional trauma make a comeback in life. Project Athena adopts Robyn's expertise in endurance racing, teamwork, and, resilience to guide others through their challenges.

Listen in as Robyn shares her stories of training with Mark Burnett and former Navy SEALS, how being fired opened up opportunity, her lessons on teamwork, and how Project Athena provides opportunities for people to change their entire life trajectories.

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How to Go All-In on a Dream with Hollywood Stuntwoman Sara Holden

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 01:53:08 +0000

Professional stuntwoman Sara Holden moved to LA with nothing but determination and a dream. Relying only on her own tenacity, talent, and determination, Sara earned an invitation to an exclusive training academy run by renowned stuntman Bob Yerkes.

For two years, Sara trained regularly while pursuing an acting career, working to pay bills, building a network, and maintaining a long distance relationship with the man she loves.

Today she is a wife, a mom, and successful Hollywood stuntwoman who has worked in TV shows and feature films with top stars. Listen in as Sara shares her story of building her own American Dream.

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Actor And Advocate Evan Vourazeris Talks About Dreaming With Disabilities

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 6 Mar 2020 12:16:14 +0000

Evan Vourazeris could have let himself believe being born with Downs Syndrome meant he’d be less able to achieve his dreams than other people. He could have let the taunts and cruelty of his peers break him.

Instead, he became a valued and loved member of his high school football team, and went on to build a career as an actor and anti-bullying advocate.

Evan has worked with stars like Jason Bateman and speaks to students around the country, encouraging kindness and confidence.

Listen in to this episode as Evan shows us all that everyone has an ability to achieve their dreams and serve to inspire others.

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Making Booze Great Again with Jeff Bradford

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 17:53:16 +0000

Jeff Bradford spent over twenty years serving his country. He gave all of himself to service, including ten years in Special Forces. But rather than sit back and relax after such an intense career, Jeff went all-in again. This time he's traveling the globe, connecting cultures through the art of alcohol.

Jeff sold all of his possessions and worked on a strict budget to visit one special location after another, in places most people only dream of visiting, so he could meet the people behind crafting various kinds of alcoholic beverages. Much like Anthony Bourdain shared the lives, cultures, and lifestyles of people all over the world by sharing their meals and the stories behind them, Jeff is preparing to launch a similar series, with alcoholic beverages of all types, on his show Drink Destinations.

Listen in as Jeff Bradford talks about his strategy to be able to go all in creating his own version of the American Dream, the passion he has for what he's doing, and his tips for anyone else with a vision and a dream.

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From an Inner City Child to a Global Woman with Shuntella Richardson

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 14:44:51 +0000

Shuntella Richardson spent 24 years working her way up in the IT field. She left that field as CEO of a prestigious company to launch her own company in a completely different field, and has grown that company to its own level of success.

She's also the Regional Director of the Global Woman Club in Chicago and an advocate for children's safety.

Shuntella is living her own version of the American Dream, full of purpose and success - but it hasn't always been that way.

Listen in as Shuntella shares her gripping story of being abducted and victimized a child, how she coped with her trauma, and how she's tapped into gratefulness and grit to build and rebuild a life of happiness.

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Eric Post - Be Grateful for Your Freedoms and Pursue the Future You Want

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 6 Feb 2020 15:47:01 +0000

Eric Post proudly served his country as a Marine and he continues to serve by providing jobs and a positive outlook on the direction of this country.

Eric Post lost a million dollars of his net worth in the first months of the 2008 crash. Still, he and his company not only survived that economic crash - they thrived. He has personally been involved in more than 700 residential and commercial real estate transactions and his team of real estate agents has closed over 10,000 transactions totaling an excess of $3 billion in sales. He has owned and operated multiple companies that have been recognized in publications such as the Business Journal for being the “Fastest Growing in Oregon” and voted “Top 100 Best Places to Work”.

Today, when Eric is not offering professional consulting services to individuals and companies, or manning the kitchen in his new restaurant, or speaking on stages across the country, he is sharing his thoughts and insight online.

He's grown a huge community of millions of people who appreciate his openness, patriotism, insight, and humor.

Listen in as Eric shares his personal story of building his version of the American Dream, and how he uses some painful challenges in his own life as an opportunity to connect with and mentor today’s youth.

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Entrepreneurial Powerhouses Flossie Hall and Moni Jefferson Unite to Help Military Spouses create Their Own American Dreams

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:22:28 +0000

Flossie Hall built a multi-million dollar company. Moni Jefferson built and runs her own massively successful company. Each of those achievements is noteworthy but what makes these even more so is that both women created their success while married to active duty members of the military.

Having navigated the gauntlet of deployments, regular moves, and all the other uncertainty and challenges attached to life in the military, Flossie and Moni know firsthand how difficult it is to maintain a career in that life, let alone build massive success. So when the two of them connected, it became their combined mission to help other military spouses avail themselves of all the opportunities available in the country they and their families give so much to serve.

Together, the two powerhouses created and launched The Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs (AMSE) and on this episode of American Snippets they share their insight on achieving the American Dream while helping others do the same.

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Tony Whatley; Side Hustle Millionaire

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:45:55 +0000

Tony Whatley was living one version of the American Dream for over 20 years. He had a successful and lucrative career in the oil industry - but at some point he realized he had untapped passions, and decided to create an online community centered on one of those passions. LS1Tech is an online automotive community that Tony and a partner launched while Tony was still working in the oil industry. His side hustle community grew into one he and his partner eventually sold for millions of dollars, and Tony became hooked on the concept of teaching others how to turn a side hustle into millions.

Today Tony is a business mentor, speaker, author and podcast host helping others turn their passions into prosperity. Listen in as Tony talks about the importance of your inner circle, how to determine a business's viability, and why this country is packed with opportunities for anyone to create their own massive success.

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First Class Fatherhood With Alec Lace

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:00:10 +0000

Alec Lace was just in the 8th grade when he began down a path it would take him years to recover from. His addictions to drugs, alcohol, and gambling brought his marriage to the brink of collapse and nearly cost him the chance to be a father to his four children.

Today, Alec is basking in the joy of a clean lifestyle, a restored love to his marriage and the gift of being a father, which he cherishes above all else. He's taken his own experience and used it as fuel to mentor other men on being a great father via his podcast.

Alec interviews famous fathers from all over the country, culling their insight on being the best father they can be, on his podcast First Class Fatherhood. Listen in as he shares his own story of how he restored health and wellness to his own life and to his family, and why this mission of helping other fathers is so important to him.

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Life Lessons and Knee-Slapping Laughs with SSG Travis Mills

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, ssg travis mills, dave brown) — Wed, 8 Jan 2020 10:00:02 +0000

SSG Travis Mills may have lost both arms and both legs in Afghanistan, but one thing that IED could not take from him was the spirit with which he lives his life. In the wake of a near-death incident that robbed him of his limbs, Travis Mills has achieved more than many people do in a lifetime, let alone in a handful of years - all while struggling to rebuild his own strength and forge his own path in a body that was completely different to him.

With the love and partnership of his wife and an inner drive no bomb can touch, Travis Mills has built a foundation to guide other veterans and charged forward on an entrepreneurial path at the same time. He inspires audiences around the country and makes them laugh in the process, and on this episode of American Snippets he also shares his next big step.

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Bedros Keuilian: Why America Is The Best Country To Build A Dream Life

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Bedros Keuilian, Dave Brown, Barb Allen) — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 17:09:00 +0000

Bedros Keuilian may have been among the most unlikely candidates to live anything like the life he’s living now. Born in communist Armenia and victimized as a child, Bedros was a lifetime and half a world away from the country he now calls home and dominates his industry in. His story of how he fled that home and became a massive success in America would already be extraordinary if those were the only challenges he’d ever had to face - but those were just the beginning of Bedros’s struggles.

Listen in as one of this country’s top entrepreneurs, fitness trainers, consultants, and speakers talks about why America is the best country to build a dream life, and how he used all of his challenges to find and fulfill a purpose-driven life in a country he loves.

Bedros also shares a side of himself he doesn’t often get to talk about, and another passion he wants to pursue in life.

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Zero to Hero With Mike Fallat From Dream Starters

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:00:21 +0000

You can change your life in a year but you can also change your life in a day. That's one of the lessons Mike Fallat talks about in this episode of American Snippets.

Mike Fallat is an entrepreneur, a risk-taker, and a man who loves true stories. He slashed a gaping hole in his safety net and took the entrepreneurial leap when he was 23 years old, and he's never looked back. After years of ups, downs, and everything in between, Mike discovered a unique approach to creating his own success, and today he is living and growing his own version of the American dream.

His company DreamStarters began as a solution to his own problem and grew to help hundreds of entrepreneurs solve that problem as well.

Listen is as Mike shares his personal and professional insight on recognizing when to make major life changes, how to grow from failure, and how to disrupt the hierarchy of success in order to find true fulfillment.

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How to leave average behind with Michael Bernoff

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:43:08 +0000

Michael Bernoff has spent over 20 years expanding his expertise in understanding the unconscious mind, and he is now among the leading American experts in communication and influence.

He's worked with clients as young as 14 years old, and as old as 96, to help them excel far beyond their own expectations in life, and he's on a mission to help every person who is committed to their own fulfillment do the same.

In this episode Michael shares his own invisible challenge and how he ignored all the naysayers. Listen in as he drops valuable insight on how to maximize the opportunities in this country by rewiring your brain to leave average behind.

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Lying to Lead with Illusionist and Speaker Ken Hartley

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 10:00:03 +0000

People don't usually like to be deceived but when Ken Hartley does it, they love it. That's because Ken has spent years mastering the art of illusion and uses his talent to make an impact on audiences all over the world.

Ken's story of rising from the once-bullied child to the international illusionist and speaker is packed with powerful insight on personal growth and well-crafted lessons on leadership, as well as fun stories about the art of magic.

In this episode of American Snippets, Ken shares all of that with us.

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From Marine to Chocolatier with the Founder of Lift Chocolates Brandon Busch

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 4 Dec 2019 11:19:15 +0000

Brandon Busch, known as "The Candy Man" to his fellow Marines, is the culinary artist and veteran entrepreneur who owns Lift Chocolates. Still in its infancy, Lift is already available in retail outlets and manages to give back to support the military, law enforcement, and first responder communities.

Between serving his country, earning a culinary degree, and launching a business, Brandon has learned a strong work ethic, risk management, and how to seize upon opportunity.

Listen in as he shares his story and insight on service, following your passion, and turning that dream into a reality on this episode of American Snippets.

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Made In America With Don Buckner

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:10:08 +0000

Jeff Bezos may be among the most famous well-known garage-startup success stories, but he's far from the only one.

Don Buckner also launched a multi-million dollar company from a garage, and overcame enormous personal and professional challenges along the way - all without any formal education. In the process, his innate commitment to American made products and the American manufacturing business grew and today, Don is all about supporting and promoting American made companies.

Don is now the CEO of the non-partisan, private company MadeinAmerica.com.

He's on a mission to raise awareness for the economic, environmental and community impact of American-made manufacturers and brands and is investing his own resources to do so.

Listen in as Don talks about his the personal and professional path that led him to where he is today, offers his own insight on building a company, and shares his beliefs on why it is important to support American made companies.

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How to stand firm when everything around you blows up, with Brian Fleming

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 16:07:23 +0000

Brian Fleming is a combat-wounded Afghanistan war veteran, international speaker, and resilience trainer who helps people be more resilient in tough, turbulent situations. He was severely wounded in action by a suicide bomber who exploded 3-feet away from him in Kandahar, Afghanistan and now he teaches strategies for overcoming unexpected challenges.

Brian believes there’s a way around everything and it’s a person’s responsibility to go get the outcomes they want in life. He's spent the past decade using his own experience to help teach others key concepts of resiliency through his books and live presentations.

Brian has spoken to over half a million people in live audiences across 42 US states, in 7 countries, and on 4 continents and has been featured on every major news network in the United States on his topic.

Listen in as he shares not only his insight but some of the more personal side of himself he doesn't always get to share from stage.

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The Secret That Almost Killed Former Olympian Kim Rhodenbaugh Lewallen Is Now Helping Others 30 Years Later

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 7 Nov 2019 13:26:50 +0000

Kim Rhodenbaugh Lewallen was 13 years old when she competed in national swim meets. The young athlete was poised for some of the best years of her life, but within the year her optimism and happiness would be stolen from her when she was sexually assaulted by a fellow athlete.

As Kim's athletic career rose all the way to the 1984 Olympics, the sexual assaults continued at the hands of several fellow athletes from some of this country's top teams.

Kim kept the abuse a secret and spiraled downward into anorexia, bulimia, and alcohol as her stress grew. It took her decades to confront her pain, and now Kim is using her story to teach important lessons in resilience, achieving success, and to raise awareness about abuse among the community of professional athletes.

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Ryan Weaver, The Patriotic Voice of the PBR

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 20:01:37 +0000

Country music artist Ryan Weaver is that "overnight success" that's been 13 years in the making. Today he's the patriotic voice of the PBR, and travels around the world performing on legendary stages and in iconic studios. From Madison Square Garden to Australia, he's living his version of the American Dream. On the surface he's the picture of success loving the experience of his star rising. But underneath, he's an intensely driven man who's been through immense tragedy and paid an enormous price for the opportunity he's enjoying.

Listen as Ryan shares his story of military service, the deaths of his brother and brother in law who served in the military, the complexities of the music industry and how he's using his hard-earned platform to create a legacy of patriotism.

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It's Never Too Late To Start Over

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 17:35:00 +0000

At age 5 his father died. At age 16 he quit school. At age 17 he had already lost four jobs. At age 18 he got married. Between ages 18 and 22, he was a railroad conductor and failed. He joined the army and washed out there. He applied for law school, he was rejected. He became an insurance sales man and failed again. At age 19 he became a father. At age 20 his wife left him and took their baby daughter. He became a cook and dishwasher in a small cafe. He failed in an attempt to kidnap his own daughter, and eventually he convinced his wife to return home.

At age 65 he retired. On the 1st day of retirement he received a check from the Government for $105. He felt that the Government was saying that he couldn’t provide for himself. He decided to commit suicide, life wasn’t worth living anymore; he had failed so much. He sat under a tree writing his will, but instead, he wrote what he would have accomplished with his life.

He realized there was much more that he hadn’t yet done. There was one thing he could do better than anyone he knew. And that was how to cook. So he borrowed $87 against his check and bought and fried up some chicken using his recipe, and went door to door to sell them to his neighbors in Kentucky. Remember, at age 65 he was ready to commit suicide. But at age 88 Colonel Sanders, founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) built an Empire. By the time of Sanders' death, there were an estimated 6,000 KFC outlets in 48 countries worldwide, with $2 billion ($6.1 billion today) of sales annually. Moral of the story: It's never too late to start all over.

MOST IMPORTANTLY, IT'S ALL ABOUT YOUR ATTITUDE. NEVER GIVE UP NO MATTER HOW HARD IT GETS. You have what it takes to be successful. Go for it and make a difference.

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Flipping Pain Into Purpose with Barbara Allen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:03:52 +0000

American Snippets co-founder Barb Allen suffered a devastating loss when her husband, Lt Louis Allen, was murdered by a fellow soldier. For years she struggled to find her way through trauma while raising her four boys, but could not seem to break the cycle of pain in her life.

In this episode, Barb shares her story of the moment it all came crashing down on her one last time, talks about how she learned how to truly rebuild her life, and shares lessons learned from hundreds of interviews about how to flip pain into purpose.

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Fire Department Coffee And A Mission To Serve

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:02:08 +0000

It seems like running into burning buildings to rescue people, rushing to administer first aid and life-saving care to victims, and risking your life for others is more than enough service to your fellow man. But for people like Luke Schneider and Jason Patton that's not enough.

Luke and Jason are firefighters. They are dedicated to their work and have directly saved and impacted countless lives. It is rewarding work but also demanding and exhausting. The men rely on camaraderie and coffee to balance the stress at work, and turned those two things into an entrepreneurial enterprise that also supports the firefighting community.

Listen in as Jason and Luke share the story of how Fire Dept Coffee was born, why it matters, and who it helps. Along the way they dispel myths about firefighters, talk about the unseen struggles of that community, and share some stories of memorable calls.

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Freedom Hard with Chris White

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 2 Oct 2019 19:43:27 +0000

Marine Corps veteran Chris White got tired of being attacked for his patriotism. The divisiveness in this country ate away at him to the point that he felt it was time to defend his patriotism and do his part to restore the platform that once served to unite the people in this country.

When a video he made went viral, Chris used that surge in visibility to launch Freedom Hard, an unapologetically patriotic brand that focuses on humor to convey its love of America.

Freedom Hard" is a Lifestyle Brand based in Houston, Texas. Founder Chris White speaks regularly to youth groups, Veteran organizations, and rehabilitation facilities throughout the world with his own unique message of unity and patriotism.

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Real Talk With The Ms's

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 14:33:13 +0000

Behind every person who serves this country is another person who loves them. They are husbands or wives, parents, children, friends and family. For the spouses of our military members, life is often packed with uncertainty and the ever-present threat of that knock on the door.

While the service member shares the camaraderie of those they serve alongside, for the spouse at home it is much different. The isolation, the constant moving, and all that goes along with being married into the military life can break that bond. But two military spouses are doing their part to disrupt the downside of that life and create a community that builds one another up.

Listen in as Tiffany and Tara get real about the behind-the- scenes of being the other half of this nation's military, and their work to unite others through Real Talk with the Ms's.

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Bulletproof Faith With Adam Davis

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:58:55 +0000

Adam Davis is a former law enforcement officer and hostage negotiator. With a personal past packed with pain, and a career that presented a seemingly constant onslaught of death, danger, and tragedy, Adam's faith and will collapsed simultaneously, and he headed into a downward spiral.

Convinced his wife and children were better off without him, Adam was moments away from ending his life when he had an experience that helped him push through his hopelessness and pain, and recommit to life.

Today Adam is the Director of Outreach at the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation. He's also an author and a speaker, and uses his experience to help heal marriages in the military, law enforcement and first responder communities.

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Patriotism in your Pocket with Chris Costa

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 13:32:16 +0000

Human potential is limitless, or so we should be taught. Instead, people like Chris Costa are told there are limits to their potential. Too many people accept those limits placed upon them by others.

For years, Chris did too - until he realized he was either going to have to find a way past those limits, or settle into a life lived beneath them.

Chris chose to find his own way through. Listen in as the patriotic entrepreneur shares his story of rejecting limits, serving his country, and creating his own unique brand of patriotism called Pocket Square Heroes that is sweeping the country.

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What's Wrong With Motivational Speakers?

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen) — Wed, 4 Sep 2019 16:34:22 +0000

Before you are able to build the life that truly fulfills you, you must first overcome all those obstacles that are in your way. Some of these are self-imposed. Others have been unfairly placed upon you or are simply part of the process. Regardless, it takes hefty amounts of motivation and inspiration to maintain the dedication and commitment necessary when building and maintaining that life you've always dreamed of having.

This is why we feel so strongly about the value of motivational or inspirational speakers, podcasts, books, movies, etc. Both of us relied on these stories and people to help us change the mindsets that were holding us back on our own paths. It was only when we learned from these examples that we were able to truly accept accountability for our own lives, and only then we were able to learn how to build upon that foundation.

In this episode, Barb Allen talks about a recent upswing in trivializing motivational speakers and explains why this could limit some people's exposure to helpful resources.

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How To Find Fulfillment Through Service With Jeremy Harrell

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 17:47:16 +0000

Jeremy Harrell has always found fulfillment in being of service to others. He's also been ready to fill a need where he sees it. While still a teenager he began delivering groceries to senior citizens. He then committed to military service before he'd even graduated high school.

Years later he was a combat veteran who'd received a medical discharge and was struggling to find his way in the civilian world. On the edge of the gap between one life and the other, Jeremy fell into a period of struggle that is so common for our veterans.

Listen in as Jeremy shares his story of what that was like, how he came through it, and how his nationally recognized program for veterans is filling that gap for others.

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Get Off The X With Jason Redman

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barb Allen, Jason Redman) — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 18:25:46 +0000

Jason Redman had the potential to be a strong leader, but his ego had other ideas. The promising Navy SEAL was admittedly slow in learning the nuances of leadership, and found himself disgraced and ready to walk away from the career he loved. But with the mentorship of someone he respected, Jason gave it one more try and painfully rebuilt his career and his reputation. He'd barely settled back into his second shot at the SEALS when he suffered life threatening injuries in combat, and faced the biggest struggle of his life.

With his wife supporting him and his newfound mindset to overcome adversity, Jason not only made an extraordinary recovery, he went on to become an author, speaker, and advocate inspiring and helping people all over the country. Listen in as Jason shares his story of overcoming life's ambushes.

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Soaring Into Life After Loss with Nicole Condrey

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 08:00:05 +0000

Nicole Condrey could have given up on her husband when the symptoms of his disease began impacting his behavior. She could have walked away from the mood swings, the anger, and the unpredictability of life with the man whose brain was deteriorating, and not many people would have blamed her for it. But instead of giving up on her husband, Nicole doubled down on him and fought her own kind of war to find him the help he needed. But the disease overpowered her efforts and her husband's capacity to fight it, and ultimately her husband ended his own life.

Just as she'd done for him before, Nicole attacked her pain and gave it a purpose. Today she is not only a member of America's greatest skydiving teams, but she is also an advocate for properly diagnosing and treating the often misdiagnosed disease that led her husband to lose his life.

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Use Rejection As Your Motivation to Succeed With Dr. Joy Kong

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 7 Aug 2019 15:20:49 +0000

Joy Kong could teach an entire course on how cold calling people changed her life, but she's too busy for that. The Bejing-born American used the Yellow Pages to get out of China and risked her life to work in Tibet -all as a means to come to this country and fulfill her American Dream.

Today, the triple-certified medical professional who was once rejected entry into America is now earning awards for her groundbreaking work in stem cell therapy, owns her own company, donates time to help veterans, is about to release her first book, and is on a mission to change the medical profession's acceptance of stem cell therapy.

Listen in as Joy Kong shares her incredible story of tenacity and passion, and what she's learned that will help you crush your own obstacles in life.

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The American Dream And The Pursuit Of Happiness

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 2 Aug 2019 12:28:39 +0000

Is the American Dream still achievable? Ask Christopher Gardner!

You’ve probably heard people say that the American dream is a dead idea. These naysayers will point to personal experience as evidence. The truth, however, is that the American dream is not only alive and well, but it’s easier than ever before to achieve.

Consider the story of Christopher Gardner. Christopher’s story became an inspirational tale for many. Will Smith portrayed Christopher in the movie The Pursuit of Happiness. Listen in as we cover Christopher's story and discuss how it applies to living the American Dream.

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Roland Frasier: How to Increase Happiness and Capitalize on Opportunity by Practicing Gratitude

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 06:00:01 +0000

You’d never know it unless he told you, but Roland Frasier has lived through his own version of hell. The jovial, highly respected and ultra successful entrepreneur who speaks with celebrities and influencers on stages all over the world, and whose net worth makes being a millionaire seem like middle class, once lost everything he’d built and came perilously close to ending his own life.

The grandson of a Southern Baptist minister had embraced the concept of selflessness in his childhood, but it wasn’t until he was in prison that he realized giving back is about more than feeling good - it’s also a gateway to new opportunities

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How a Friday Night Campfire Led to American Ninja Warrior and a Life of Meaning for Alex Weber

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 13:22:02 +0000

Lots of us have "aha moments" in life. But how many of us take those moments as a call to action, and how many of us view them as wishful thinking?

Alex Weber took his moment and turned it into his own unique version of life that's lead him to compete in American Ninja warrior, host TV shows, speak on stages all over the world, and live a life packed with moments that truly matter to him.

Listen in to this episode as Alex shares his 'AHA moment," how he turned that into a whole new life for himself, and what advice he has to offer you as you seek to do the same.

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Meet Chris Cruise: The veteran who turns bourbon barrels into American pride

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Great American Syndicate) — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 20:41:29 +0000

Chris Cruise loves his country, his family, and bourbon. So it makes perfect sense to him to wrap all three of those things into an entrepreneurial outlet that includes family members, embodies patriotism, re-purposes bourbon barrels, and gives veterans an opportunity to thrive.

Listen in to this week's episode as army veteran Chris Cruise talks about building Cruise Custom Flags into a mission-oriented business, and his story of how art therapy helps him and others find new purpose in life.

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How Back Home Patriots Is Improving Lives Of Veterans with Don Reilly

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:43:20 +0000

It's a good thing Don Reilly doesn't settle for easy.

Whether in his personal or professional life, Don Reilly rarely lets fear or complacency stand in the way of pursuing something that his gut tells him is a good idea. He has a faith that overpowers his fears, and that faith has led him to where he is today.

Don is a father of four, an entrepreneur, an actor, and a co-founder of the brand new non-profit, Back Home Patriots.

Listen is as Don shares his story of heartbreaking family moments that led to immense blessings, and the hard-earned professional success that led him to recognize and meet a need felt by many veterans in his community.

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Taya Kyle on Fighting with Faith and Humor

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (taya kyle, barbara allen, barb allen) — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 15:14:35 +0000

In the six years since tragedy found her, Taya Kyle has experienced the worst and the best of humanity. The worst has brought its top guns into the battle to destroy her but she’s got faith as her ammo and it’s always been the stronger weapon.

To the world he was Chris Kyle, the American Sniper. He was the invincible Navy SEAL who’d been put in the spotlight for his record-setting number of confirmed kills and the book that told his story. To Taya he was her husband, her best friend, and the father of her children.

Taya Kyle is blunt and seemingly fearless in her openness about their struggles and the reality behind the scenes. She is unflinchingly honest about the man behind the myth, and fiercely protective of his name.

She’s best known for her intensely inspiring talks, her moving books, and the work she does through the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation. You may also have seen her as a regular contributor on Fox News or in any of the numerous interviews she’s given.

Taya Kyle's American Spirit is an example for us all.

In this interview withTaya Kyle, Taya opens up and takes us with her behind the scenes of her very public life, and shares how faith and humor have gotten her through the aftermath of losing the man she loves.

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Patrick Bet-David's Ultimate Underdog Success Story

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (barb allen, Patrick Bet-David) — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 10:46:20 +0000

Patrick Bet-David is the kind of person people envy, respect, or both. He's at the top of his industry in the worlds of podcasting, finance, insurance, and social media, and people from all over the world flock to his events and seek his mentorship.

His rags-to-riches story began in Iran, grew in a refugee camp, and took off on a wild ride of hairpin turns, exhilarating highs, and crushing lows as he navigated his challenges and learned to overcome them.

Listen in as Patrick Bet-David shares his experiences that lead him to where his is today, his thoughts on faith, mentorship, and sex, and how all those things play a role in a balanced life.

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Amy Lyle - How to Find the Humor in the Everyday Grind

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 7 Jun 2019 21:36:39 +0000

Amy Lyle is an author, comedian, and regular guest on Atlanta and Company.

In this episode, Amy shares her story of how a girl from rural Appalachia is making a place for herself in the world of comedy, and offers valuable insight for others who are ready to chase a dream.

Listen in as she cracks us up and lifts us up with her infectious laugh and hilarious outlook on life all while reminding us how to find the humor in the everyday grind.

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Retired SWAT Officer Patricia Knudson Talks About Turning Pain into Purpose

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 31 May 2019 11:26:27 +0000

Patricia Knudson broke through age and gender barriers to earn the Point Position on a Phoenix SWAT Team. She was living her dream in one of the most dangerous jobs out there until the day she was shot on duty.

Having overcome trauma and challenges from the time she was a little girl, Trish tapped into her hard-earned resiliency skills to rebuild her life yet again, when she could no longer continue in the career she loved.

Trish's story is not only compelling, but it also offers lessons and insight for anyone feeling overwhelmed with pain, grief, and odds that are stacked against you.

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Step Into Happiness With Dr. Sean Stephenson

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 16 May 2019 12:26:15 +0000

{Recast} Dr. Sean Stephenson was predicted not to survive at birth because of a rare bone disorder that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile (fracturing over 200 times by the age of 18). Despite his challenges, he took a stand for a quality of life that has inspired millions of people around the world.

Since 1994, his powerful message has been heard at live events in nearly all 50 states and in 16 countries. Sean has presented at hospitals, universities, prisons, and to companies such as Nike, Whole Foods, Zappos, Walmart, and Sharp Healthcare. He’s shared the stage with U.S. Presidents, billionaire business moguls, celebrities, and his Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Sean has appeared on everything from The Oprah Show to Jimmy Kimmel, in addition to online videos with tens of millions of views. The Biography Channel produced an hour-long feature on his life called, Three Foot Giant.

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David Vobora Finds Purpose In Training Elite And Adaptive Athletes

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 9 May 2019 14:30:07 +0000

{Recast} In January of 2014, after retiring from the NFL and overcoming an addiction to pain medication, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. That's when everything changed for David.

David Vobora opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis’ injuries.

Through working with Travis and engaging the veteran community, David found his true path and developed a passion for helping those with life-altering injuries find fulfillment again through his adaptive training programs.

Today, David Vobora has painstakingly built a business and a dream around training adaptive athletes, many of them wounded veterans.

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How to build a business within a marriage, with Amanda Baity of Semper K9

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 2 May 2019 15:18:40 +0000

It's easy to have a dream but it takes true grit to turn that dream into a reality. Most people who take the leap give up on it when they hit true challenges. But when you believe so much in your dream that you are willing to endure and overcome those struggles, you can indeed make that dream come true.

Amanda and Christopher Baity are excellent examples of this.

Christoper is a Marine Corps veteran who knew he was meant to continue his work with canines. He and Amanda went all-in on the dream to establish a non-profit offering trained canine companions to veterans. Even when times got tough, the Baitys endured temporary time on public assistance as they grew their family and their dream.

Today Semper K9 assists dozens of veterans by rescuing dogs and training them to be service dogs.

Listen in as Amanda Baity shares their story of turning their dream into a reality, and the insight she offers others seeking to do the same.

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How to Rise From the Ashes with Jason Schechterle

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:25:42 +0000

Jason Schechterle knew he wanted to be a police officer just like his brother. If he'd given up when he failed the first two times, he would never have lived his dream. If he'd walked away from his dream when it cost him his home he would have regretted it forever - even when it almost killed him.

Jason was burned alive when his police cruiser exploded in flames. First people thought he was dead. Then they believed he would die any minute, and then they prayed he would die, to avoid the immense pain he would be in.

But Jason not only lived, he rose from his hospital bed, forever changed but stronger for his pain. Today he is inspiring people all over the world with his story and his message, "The full strength of the human spirit often lies in hiding until presented with something monumental."

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Five Ways Your Expectations Impact Your Reality

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:09:36 +0000

If there's an upside to adversity it's the growth that comes with it. Barb Allen has had her share of adversity - so much that she almost gave up more than once when she felt outgunned in life. But as she shares in her keynotes and our own events, it was only when she felt the most defeated that she decided to do whatever it took to take her life back. Listen in as Barb explains the lessons she's learned not only from her own life but from the hundreds of people she's interviewed, counseled, studied and befriended, the five Zones of Balance between Expectation and Reality. Barb explains how every decision made reflects the mindset of that zone we are dwelling in at that time, and how to progress from the lowest to the highest level in life.GET IN TOUCH: If now feels like the right time to transform your ideas into a book, contact me, and let’s make it happen! Email Me with your speaking or podcast requests and book-writing inquiries. I will get back to you as soon as possible. LINKS: Don't forget to sign up for Barb's newsletter. Connect and follow Barb on Instagram and X.

Amanda Boleyn - She Did It Her Way

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 05:00:14 +0000

Amanda Boleyn knows all about making big moves.

She knows even more about making moves that are right, even if the rest of the world thinks she’s crazy.

Amanda settled into success early in life. She was still in her twenties when she earned a high paid, high potential corporate position.

Everyone thought she would be a star in the corporate world- Amanda included.

But it wasn’t long before her restless spirit clashed with the rigid lifestyle she’d signed onto, and a decision had to be made.

Amanda decided to do life her way, and made a move that shocked everyone.

Listen in as she tells her story of an early rise to success and the bold move she made that changed her life. Amanda shares the lessons learned from that decision and creating an even bigger success story after it.

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Micah Fink - Heroes and Horses

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (micah fink, barb allen) — Thu, 4 Apr 2019 21:30:00 +0000

Micah Fink is a former Navy Seal and total badass, who found a piece himself through horses and an aptitude for the cowboy life on a trip to Montana.

There, he was introduced to the idea of how horses could help heal people, and Heroes and Horses was born. In this throwback episode of American Snippets, Micah talks about how he started Heroes and Horses as a way to give back and help other veterans overcome their struggles of PTSD and all the other demons they faced after war and combat.

Micah has an amazing mindset and in this episode, he not only offers some great insight but shares some valuable lessons on how to overcome struggles and how to use those challenges…we all face as a catalyst for growth and change.

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Dana Marlowe Supports The Girls Because Homeless Woman Need Bras Too

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 20:00:00 +0000

Bras and tampons are not our normal topics. This episode, though, shines a spotlight on this basic human necessity and comfort most women take for granted and most men try not to think much about at all.

Dana Marlowe was out on a rare shopping trip when she heard four words that launched her into action. She had no idea so many women in this country and others are faced with no access to basic products for feminine menstrual hygiene, or even something as simple as a bra.

All it took was one look into that world, and she knew she had to do her part to help these women alleviate some stress and restore some dignity to their lives in the midst of troubled times.

Today, Dana's organization I Support the Girls has sent over 2.5 million menstrual products and 500,000 bras to areas decimated by natural disasters, to shelters for homeless women or domestic violence survivors, and where the need is present, that she can meet.

Listen in as this vibrant, dedicated mother, entrepreneur, and advocate shares this little known need, and offers insight into how you can turn your own inspiration into action.

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From Refugee Camp to Hollywood with Fahim Fazli

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Fahim Fazli, Dave Brown) — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 18:45:00 +0000

Fahim Fazli spent the bulk of his childhood in his native land of Afghanistan. His family is of royal lineage, and his parents held prestigious jobs. Still, when the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan, his family's life was shattered.

Fahim's family was separated. He was threatened with being sent to Siberia, made a dangerous escape on foot through the mountains, and spent 2 years in a Pakistani refugee camp before his family was reunited in America.
Today he is an actor and a consultant who works alongside some of Hollywood's biggest names. But it's his service as a combat linguist with the United States Marines that he's especially proud of.

In this episode, Fahim Fazli shares the emotional story of his childhood, his dangerous journey to America, and his unbridled love for the country he feels indebted to.

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Freedom is time, with Ross Stryker

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 20:30:00 +0000

If living quietly and within the confines of a strict budget sounds like your dream plan, you probably don't want to listen to this episode. But if you want to learn more about how to live your own version of your dream life - even if you don't start until you are almost 60 years old- you want to hear Ross Stryker's story.

Ross is living proof that in this country you can have more than one version of your dream life, and live those dreams fully throughout your life.

Listen in as Ross Stryker talks about how he learned to make his money work for him, and how he's living his new purpose by helping others do the same. He shares how he made bold moves to live bigger and increase his impact on others, instead of fading into retirement, and how you can set yourself up to do the same.

Whether you are just starting out in business, or approaching retirement, or living off savings, Ross Stryker's story has lessons you can apply to build your own success at any age.

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E086: What Does the American Dream Mean to You?

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 7 Mar 2019 06:00:00 +0000

Living your own American Dream is not dictated by a fixed set of rules or standards. We are all different and so are our dreams and aspirations.

Living the American Dream is all about YOU and your right to live freely and pursue happiness.  The sooner you understand this the sooner you can start creating the dream life you want for yourself.

Get clear on YOU and what makes you happy.

Take stock of your life and define those things that matter the most to you. Then prioritize your actions and efforts into those things that will draw you closer to living your dream and reaching your goals.

The American Dream should not be viewed as a fixed universal concept but should be judged based on your individual preferences, passions, capabilities, and goals.

I hope our guests today and their definition of what the American Dream means to them can give you the inspiration and insight you need to start your living yours.

Listen in as Steve Sims, Laurie Watkins, Mark L. Rockefeller, Elena Cardone, and Tim Jenson share what the American Dream means to them.

What is your definition of the American Dream?

E085: Just Stand, With Tyler Merritt of Nine Line Apparel

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 07:00:00 +0000

Tyler Merritt is the founder of Nine Line Apparel, the relentlessly patriotic company that thrives on starting conversations between those who serve this country, and those who enjoy the benefits of that service.

While Tyler admits he knows nothing about apparel, he does know his way around business and in this episode, he shares how he made all the pieces of the entrepreneurial puzzle fit.

Listen in as Tyler talks about his inspiration for his company, his principle for management that has grown Nine Line to massive success, and his new initiative to end veteran homelessness.

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Doing Well by Doing Good with Mark Rockefeller's StreetShares

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Mark Rockefeller, Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 07:00:00 +0000

Mark L Rockefeller is the CEO of StreetShares, the company with a mission to bring trusted digital finance to America's heroes. Lending money to the military community of entrepreneurs at a faster speed, a lower rate, and a more supportive manner than any bank offers, StreetShares has helped tens of thousands of veterans launch and expand businesses.

Listen in as Mark shares his story of risking his own family's financial security to pursue his belief that he could be the solution to a serious problem facing veterans today. He also offers insight into how to get your business funded, and how to prepare yourself to take your own entrepreneurial leap.

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E083: Living an Intentional Life with Hospitality Trendsetter Larry Broughton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 06:00:00 +0000

The American Dream is available to anyone willing to work for it, and Larry Broughton is a perfect example. Larry left home as a teenager and pursued his passion for martial arts. That passion lead him to the military, where he served as a Green Beret. Like so many veterans or really anyone who lives a purpose intensely, losing that purpose sent him towards a dangerous path of depression and self-destructive behavior.

Larry openly shares his story of falling into dark places and his very difficult crawl out of them, to the top of several industries. He is a leading hotelier, a sought after speaker and strategist, and an accomplished author - but the role he most loves is that of being a father.

Listen in as Larry offers some real-life lessons on being intentional with life, and how you can build your own American Dream.

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E082: Rebuilding Life and Career with Tim Klund

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 8 Feb 2019 20:00:00 +0000

Tim "TK" Klund is the CEO of VERVE Systems, the still-secret corporation set to announce its new product lines later this year. He's the man who died four times after a car accident and owes his life to people who didn't give up on him.

Making everything he can of his second chance at life, TK took a leap in his career and nearly lost everything. But with faith in God and his own hard work, he rebuilt his personal and professional lives. He's the Go-To guy for celebrity sports endorsements and he gives back to the veteran community he is a part of.

In this episode, TK talks about the power of relationships and the importance of faith when building or rebuilding your life.

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E081: Thank You for Your Service with Dan Berei, the Founder of Combat Flags

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 06:00:00 +0000

You may have caught Mike Rowe's show, Returning the Favor, where he introduced us to army veteran Dan Berei.

Dan is one of the thousands of young veterans who felt disconnected from life around him after his service. He was missing the sense of purpose he'd felt in the military, and at risk of withdrawing completely into himself.

But, instead, Dan found a way to unleash his patriotism and pride in service through a new purpose - Combat Flags.

In this episode, Dan shares his experience and insight for anyone struggling to find an outlet for their own passion and purpose and talks about how he is able to continue supporting veterans through his work.

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An Interview with Robert O'Neill, the Man Who Shot Bin Laden

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Rob O’Neill is one of the most decorated combat veterans of our generation. He is a former Navy SEAL, speaker, and the author of The New York Times best-selling memoir, "The Operator: Firing the Shots That Killed Osama bin Laden" and "My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior"

Few Americans are unfamiliar with the story of killing Osama Bin Laden. What most people don’t know, though, is the real-life story of the man who fired those three shots.

We were grateful to Robert O'Neill for sitting down with us, and the only thing better than interviewing Robert O'Neill is interviewing Rob with his brother Tom. In between the jokes and the sarcastic comments, Robert shared his thoughts on the power of a positive mindset, the challenges faced by veterans and the value they bring to the workforce.

Oh, yeah - we also talked with Rob O'Neill about rescuing Captain Phillips and shooting Bin Laden.

Robert's brother Tom jumped right in and shared childhood stories, memories of visiting his brother, and some family jokes. Both O'Neills have their own opinions on the viability of the American Dream today, and they shared that, too, in this episode of American Snippets.

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E079: Turning Pain Into Purpose

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 17:18:00 +0000

So many of us confront immense trauma and tragedy in life, leaving us to cope with different levels of pain. Quite often this pain can outweigh our coping skills, setting us up for further disaster.

We’ve learned through our own lives, the importance of getting the upper hand on this pain before it leads us down a path that is even more difficult to return from. We’ve also had the opportunity to meet and interview people from all over this country, with their own incredible stories of turning pain into purpose.

In this episode we pull snippets of interviews with past guests who shared their own personal stories of turning pain into a new purpose.

Dave Roever is a Vietnam veteran who was so severely wounded that he was declared KIA. He's endured decades of surgeries and rehabilitation that have the potential to destroy his positive outlook on life. Instead, Dave turned his pain into purpose by using his experiences to help others.

Chad Littlefield died alongside his friend Chris Kyle. His family still struggles beneath the weight of their grief, but they choose to use their own pain to honor Chad's legacy. Today they are a large part of Operation Valor, a non-profit serving to support other veteran-based organizations.

Bonnie Carroll fell hard into her own grief when her husband died in a military aviation accident. Unable to locate supportive services, Bonnie created TAPS, which is now this nation's largest and most influential tragedy support system for military families.

Dr. Sean Stephenson was given a death sentence just moments after he was born. But this remarkable individual defied his doctors' prognosis first by living, and then by going on to lead an extraordinary life. Today Dr. Stephenson is a wildly sought after speaker and highly successful therapist.

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E078: The Real Magic of Life and Success, with Steve Sims

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown, steve sims) — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:00:00 +0000

Steve Sims started as a bricklayer in London. Today he's known as "The Real Life Wizard of Oz," who makes the impossible possible. He's the master concierge behind the magic of Bluefish, a mega-high-end concierge service.

Once a best-kept secret to the ultra-wealthy, Steve's book Bluefishing has exploded his name through this country and into others. Now he's leaning into his escalated fame with his own style, and teaching others how less is more when it comes to building true success.

In this episode, we get to know his business and the man behind the magic. Steve lets us in on what it's like to marry his best friend, how things are changing for him since the release of his book, and what he really thinks of the American Dream.

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E077: Overcome Any Challenges In Life With Justin Constantine

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 3 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Combat veteran and wounded warrior Justin Constantine has overcome immense challenges in his life. Catastrophically injured by a sniper's bullet, Justin owes his life to the heroic actions of fellow warriors. With the care of numerous medical professionals and the love of his wife, Justin continually taps into his own positive mindset in order to live his life to the fullest.

Today Justin is an inspirational speaker, author, corporate coach and leadership consultant. He is the Chief Business Development Officer at JobPath, the fastest growing veteran employment platform in the country.

In this episode Justin shares his story of combat, injury, and recovery. He talks about the mindset that sets a person up to overcome any challenges in life.

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E076: The Modern Widows Club With Carolyn Moor

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 14:00:00 +0000

Carolyn Moor faced the unthinkable when a Valentine's date with her husband ended with a tragic accident that left her a widow. Left all alone to raise their two little girls in the wake of this tragedy, Carolyn navigated her grief and the complex challenges of transitioning from wife to widow as best as she could. It was then that she realized the lack of resources and support for the hundreds of thousands of widows in this country.

When she wound up interviewed by Oprah Winfrey as part of a show on recovering from tragedy, Carolyn was inundated with widows asking her for help widows and accepted the challenge.

Today she is the founder of Modern Widows Club and a beacon of hope for widows across the world.

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E075: How To Turn A Grassroots Effort Into A National Non Profit With Sean Valigura

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 6 Dec 2018 10:10:00 +0000

Sean Valigura admits he was in really bad shape when he left the military. It took about 15 years for the Navy veteran to begin truly healing from his unseen wounds the way he'd healed from his physical ones.

He tried to end his own life twice before he found is new path and purpose - or it found him.

Today Sean is the chairman and executive director of Operation Valor, a non-profit organization serving as a fund-raising arm for other 501(c)3 organizations dedicated to serving veterans.

What started as a small, almost accidental grassroots effort has grown into a national presence that attracts powerful support. Sean shared his lessons on establishing and building a successful 501(C)3 with us and provided helpful advice for anyone else seeking to build and grow their own non-profit.

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E074: The Power Of Forgiveness With Carmen Tarleton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 09:00:00 +0000

Carmen Tarleton is a survivor. She is also a speaker and author who uses her own story of horrific trauma at the hands of someone she once loved as a means to help others.

Burned, blinded, and blessed, is how she sums up her tragedy to triumph story that inspires people all over the country.
Now, 11 years after this attack, and just when she allowed herself to believe some of her worst times were behind her, Carmen has suffered another devastating setback in her continuing recovery.

In this short episode, we share a piece of her full story, as featured earlier. And we share what you can do to help this courageous and remarkable woman.

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E073: Faith, Hope, And The Power Of Giving Back With 1000 Layaways

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 10:01:00 +0000

We are excited because today we have a great message from Kent Clothier on Faith, Hope and the power of giving back. Kent Clothier was on one of our very first episodes and can listen to his inspirational story at www.americansnippets.com/007.

Real Estate Worldwide and Kent Clothier have a non-profit called The Time Is Now Foundation and the also started the 1,000 layaways project. This is something they've been doing the last 5 years during the Christmas season. Kent started the #1000 Layaways hashtag to help make this yearly tradition go viral with the goal of paying off 1,000 layaways each and every year for families in need.

This is all about faith, hope, and remembering what the season is really all about.

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E072: Dream Big With Performance Speed Painter And Inspirational Speaker Tom Varano

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:55:00 +0000

Tom Varano is a performance speed painter and inspirational speaker who uses art and entertainment as a medium to connect with audiences all over this country. His artwork, though extraordinary, is secondary to his purpose of inspiring people to live their dreams, and pack their lives with passion.

Tom's own story of being raised by a father who gave his all to his child and of the incredible events that both shaped his life and allowed him to impact others, is truly remarkable - made more so by Tom's riveting delivery in an interview packed with insight, value, and guidance on following your own passion and living your own dream.

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E071: Ephraim Mattos - The Humanitarian Warrior

Thu, 8 Nov 2018 08:05:00 +0000

Upon leaving the US Navy in 2017, Ephraim Mattos became heavily involved in humanitarian and rescue operations inside Northern Iraq against ISIS while volunteering with the humanitarian organization Free Burma Rangers. On June 2, 2017 he was shot by ISIS while conducting a rescue operation in ISIS-held territory inside West Mosul as a part of the Free Burma Rangers team. The team gained international attention when a video of the rescue went viral on the internet.

Ephraim is the author of City of Death: Humanitarian Warriors In the Battle of Mosul published by Hachette Book Group. Written alongside Scott McEwen, co-author of the #1 New York Times best-selling book American Sniper, City of Death details Ephraim’s harrowing humanitarian journey to Iraq

Currently, Ephraim manages and directs rescue and relief efforts throughout South East Asia as a part of White Mountain Research’s partnership with Operation Underground Railroad.

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E070: Tony Orlando, A Plane, And A Stubborn Widow

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:30:00 +0000

We all have the ability to make an impact in someone else's life. Sometimes we will see this impact. Most often we will not. In this episode, co-founder Barb Allen shares her story of one of the many people who impacted her in her path through grief. Tony Orlando is an avid supporter of our military.

The first time Barb met him, she left an unforgettable memory for him and helped him understand the value of the work he was doing. Eight years later their paths crossed again. This time, Tony said something to Barb that served as a catalyst for her to take her hard lessons learned and help others. Barb shares that story in this episode.

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EO69: Eliminate Excuses, Build An Empire, And Live Your American Dream

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 12:15:00 +0000

We are so excited because on today's installment of Freedom Friday we have an amazing message from Elena Cardone on the American Dream. We had Elena on the show back on episode #42. In this installment of Freedom Friday Elena Cardone talks about how the American Dream is available to anyone who is willing to eliminate all excuses and work hard towards achieving it. She believes anyone can build an empire with the opportunities that exist in this country.

Tune in every Friday where we bring you a quick 5-15 minute message, lesson, concept, or thought that you can take into the weekend.

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E068: Turning Self Doubt Into Success With Mike Lightner

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:00:00 +0000

Mike Lightner was a young boy when his teacher told his father not to expect much from him. Always behind his peers, he nearly failed out of high school. But Mike went on to graduate college in the top 1% of his class and be promoted to the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force.

Today his passion is to develop leaders who, in turn, have a passion to develop other leaders. Mike shares his story of turning self-doubt in success, and the leadership lessons he learned along the way.

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E067: Don't Focus On What You Can't Do Focus On What You Can

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 10:00:00 +0000

We are so excited because today's installment of Freedom Friday we have a great lesson from Dr. Sean Stephenson. We had Sean on the show back on episode #33. In this episode Sean talks about Parenting, the impact of teachers, and how not to focus on what you can't do but you can do. Now here's the incredible Dr. Sean Stephesnon.

Tune in every Friday where we bring you a quick 5-15 minute message, lesson, concept, or thought that you can take into the weekend.

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E066: From Stressed To Strong With Laurie Watkins

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 14:00:00 +0000

Laurie A. Watkins is an author, speaker and personal and corporate coach on balancing wellness with success. Her own experience with burnout after working as a political director in Barack Obama's campaign left Laurie determined to never experience it again.

In fact, she was so concerned about losing the health and wellness she's worked so had to regain that she nearly refused the request to work on his second campaign. But, instead, Laurie doubled down on her own health and wellness, returned to the campaign trail, and began teaching others how to manage a demanding career while also maintaining their health and well-being.

Today Laurie is the creator of courses focused on going from stressed to strong in life. She works with individuals seeking to restore their own healthy lifestyles or learn how to live one for the first time, and she works with corporations to teach them the benefits of encouraging well-being among employees.

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E065: The Power Of Patriotism With Barbara Allen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

The more Barbara Allen fought to be normal, the harder life laughed at her. Just when she thought she had the last laugh, life turned against Barbara in a tragedy that almost destroyed her. Barbara Allen was 32 years old in 2005 when her world fell apart.

Barbara's husband Lou Allen had been killed in Iraq. She was left to raise our 4 little boys alone. Lou's loss was compounded by the shocking manner of his death and the aftermath became one of the most controversial cases in military history. Amply blessed with family and friends, Barbara pieced her life back together and developed a network that spans the country. Not even Barb's worst mistakes overpowered her greatest triumphs as she learned valuable lessons from these experiences, and enhanced her personal and professional worth.

Today Barbara Allen is an award-winning author and co-founder of an exciting platform about patriotism and the American Dream. She's blessed with the opportunity to learn from extraordinary people and blend those lessons with her own as she helps others forge their own paths in this amazing country.

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E064: Beyond Benghazi With John 'TIG' Tiegen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 5 Oct 2018 11:30:00 +0000

John "TIG" Tiegen was on his third trip to Benghazi, Libya for the CIA's GRS when the attack of September 11, 2012 occurred. TIG was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission. He directly saved the lives of many on his team, and was paramount in saving over 2 dozen lives while fighting off terrorists from the US Special Mission and the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. TIG received the Award For Heroism and Valor in recognition of his bravery.

He is the co-author of 13 Hours along with members of the Annex Security team and NYT's best-selling author, Mitchell Zuckoff.

He also consulted on the movie 13 Hours The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi and helped with the set design and the movie script.

He could have walked away from his work after that night. He could have turned his back on the country he feels betrayed by - but instead, he returned to work, and continues doing his part to serve others.

Today TIG and his wife - also a veteran and a former contractor - run Beyond the Battlefield, a non-profit organization designed to help veterans struggling with the aftermath of combat.

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E063: Dr. Ruben West - Turning Personal Challenges Into Opportunity

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Dr. Ruben West never met a personal challenge he didn't turn into an opportunity. He has an innate ability to see promise and potential where others see dead ends and disappointment, and he's using this ability to blaze new trails for others to follow.

Dr. West knew he wanted to be a surgical assistant in a time where that profession was not recognized as such. Rather than accept the impossibility of his vision, he set about creating that profession that is now recognized in the medical field. He didn't stop there, though - Dr. West repeated that process of creating his own dream and went on achieve one extraordinary accomplishment after another.

He turned his love for martial arts into a full-fledged purpose that literally changed lives, while also getting him inducted in the Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

He's among the most highly sought-after international speakers, coaches, and corporate trainers. He's an author, an entrepreneur and a living example of the potential lying untapped in us all.

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E062: Addicted to Life with Author, Coach, and Recovering Food Addict Julie Reisler

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 12:27:00 +0000

Julie Reisler is not a celebrity or household name, but her story is one played out in the lives of millions of people battling the effects of addiction. While she's successfully taken control of her own health and designed the life most fulfilling to her, she's painfully aware of all the people silently fighting their own battles and passionate about helping them live their own extraordinary lives.

Julie is an author, a speaker, and a lifestyle designer who's mastered the art of tough love with a warm smile. She openly shares her struggle with food addiction with us and speaks about how she learned to overcome that addiction.

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E061: Turning Tragedy Into Triumph With Bonnie Carroll And TAPS

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:00:00 +0000

Nature brought Bonnie and Tom Carroll together. Tragedy ripped them apart, and grief became Bonnie's new companion.

In the decades since her loss, Bonnie Carroll has become one of the most influential people in the military community. Her work is born from grief but her grief originated in love - and it is with that love that she is able to impact thousands of people around the world.

American Snippets co-founder, Barb Allen, knows TAPS and Bonnie personally and credits Bonnie for much of the support she's received. Bonnie exemplifies turning tragedy into triumph. She is a patriot, an inspiration, and we are proud to call her our friend.

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Marie Cosgrove - Faith, Grit, And Hope

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 6 Sep 2018 19:00:00 +0000

Marie Cosgrove had every reason to fail. She had every excuse to quit on her own life - a life that arose out of violence and was raised in trauma. But for every act of man or fate that tried to end her life or keep her down, Marie fought back.

Well before her 30th birthday she'd endured decades of abuse, escaped two violent marriages, and lead her four young children into new lives despite the never-ending drumbeat of adversity.

Today Marie is a titan in the same industry she was warned she would never succeed in. She became the CEO of a company that once fired her, and she sold a company she created and built into a $14 million business.

She's a leader in her own life and executive director in the John Maxwell team. She's an author and a highly acclaimed speaker. Through her creation of The Virtue Project, she's instrumental in guiding today's youth through their own immense struggles.

Drop whatever you're doing and listen in to Marie's incredible story of faith, grit, and hope.

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E059: Eric Konovalov - The Goal Guide

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Eric Konovalov is the President of The Goal Guide Inc., a consulting firm focused on life coaching, sales training, motivational speaking, and leadership development. Eric’s passion is to help people and organizations bridge the gap between their current state and where they dream of being.

Eric Konovalov was a Jewish refugee from the former USSR. After a year of waiting in two refugee settlements in two different countries, Eric and his sister, stepsisters, mom and stepfather were told they'd been selected to come to America. His extended family went to Israel.

Eric was just 8 years old when his family settled in the Baltimore area. At 17 years old, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served for 8 years. Today, the child refugee is a proud veteran, husband, and father. He's also a leader and entrepreneur helping others through their own transitions and into new purposes.

Eric's story is what the American Dream is all about. His perspective on the opportunities in this country stems from being raised in a family that knows all too well how blessed life in America is.

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E058: Tyler Stallings - The Little Big Shot Helping Our Veterans

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 21:00:00 +0000

Any parent knows small children have big imaginations and see only what's possible, not what's impossible. It can be easy for us to be so weighed down in our responsibilities and so tainted by our own setbacks that we dismiss the potential for a small child to actually turn imagination into reality - but that's just what Andrea Blackstone helped her son Tyler Stallings do.

Tyler was only 4 years old when Andrea taught him about what our military does and what our veterans face when they come home. Little Tyler was instantly determined to help our veterans and came up with all sort of ideas on how to do it. Andrea supported her son, and today, with her help, Tyler is one of this country's youngest advocates. He's just six years old and yet he's impacted thousands with his energy and commitment to helping veterans.

Tyler Stallings is proving every day that anyone, no matter how small, can make a difference. His mom serves as a reminder that our children have unlimited potential - if we believe in them.

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E057: From Hero To CEO With The Founder Of Mutts Sauce Charlynda Scales

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:57:00 +0000

Charlynda Scales is a self-described optimist who chooses to live by faith rather than fear. Eleven years in the United States Air Force not only upheld her family's strong military lineage but sharpened the leadership skills she's now using to lead her own company to success.

Mutt's Sauce is named for Charlynda's grandfather, a Korean and Vietnam War veteran whose call-name was Mutt. His special sauce is a family heirloom initially thought to be lost upon his death but later discovered to be willed to his precious granddaughter Charlynda.

Today Charlynda is steadily making Mutt's Sauce a household name throughout Ohio. She's taking entrepreneurship to a new level and working with some of this nation's most noted business leaders, all the while giving back as mentor and volunteer. Anyone who is hesitating to chase their own dream can learn from Charlynda's story.

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E056: David Meadows: Harness Your Strengths And Follow Your Purpose

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 08:20:00 +0000

Question: What do you get when you cross patriotism with selflessness, layer in some Shakespeare, and pile on the talent and snark?

Answer: David Meadows

David Meadows is quick to point out that he’s not sure he would have joined the military after 9/11, but one gets the sense he would still have been first in line. As it was, David had been in the Navy for about a year before that tragic day. He’d fallen short of passing SEAL training once but returned after 9/11.

This time he left with a trident.

More interested in intelligence gathering and “stalking,” as he jokes, than in door-kicking and room-clearing, David ultimately wound up doing reconnaissance work with the infamous SEAL Team 6. He then became well-acquainted with Afghanistan.

In his line of work, David didn’t often have the opportunity to interact with the locals. Given the fact that the ones he did interact with were typically trying to kill him, he simply wrote the entire society off, assuming they all hated Americans.

It was very easy to disassociate yourself,” he says. But that mindset changed on one mission.

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E055: Dr. Dave Ores's Fresh Start for Criminal Offenders and Human Traffic Victims

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barbara Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 3 Aug 2018 08:00:00 +0000

Dr. Dave Ores is a disruptor by nature, and he's turning that tendency toward helping people most of society forgets about.

The outspoken General Practitioner from New York City is leading the effort to provide a small but invaluable service to young survivors of human trafficking as well as people who have found the strength to put criminal pasts behind them, so they can make a fresh start.

Dr. Dave is a great example of how one person can make a huge difference in thousands of lives, simply by doing what they do best. Listen in to hear what this service is, and how you can help.

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Dave Bray USA - Music On A Mission

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Dave Bray USA, Barb Allen) — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 14:37:00 +0000

Dave Bray USA is on a new mission to spread patriotism and American unity across this country.

His blend of faith-based patriotic rock reaches deep into the soul of audiences across the country in his live performances, and is now available on his new album.

Aching loss and immense sacrifice of military, first responders, and law enforcement all spill through in the haunting lyrics and sounds of Dave’s song, Last Call. Faith and hope pour out in his version of Amazing Grace, and every song on this album is woven between Dave’s narration of God, country, and restoring and teaching respect to the next generation.

In today’s landscape of divisiveness and carefully orchestrated mayhem, Dave Bray’s patriotic rock is his way of tending to the spiritual and emotional wounds of this country. He is steadfast in his commitment to this mission, which allowed him to persevere through the challenges attached to fulfilling it.

Dave always loved music. He’d indulged this love and nurtured his natural talent for this craft with his young high school band, and carried his guitar with him into the military. Music helped ground him during his military career. During his service, he honed his songwriting skills and taught himself how to create audio tracks.

Dave Bray’s latest song Better Man is climbing up the iTunes Charts. The music video on YouTube is also features Ray Cash Care, a past guest on American Snippets.

EO53: How Can Patriotism Heal This Country And Change Your Life

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 15:47:25 +0000

American Snippets Co-Founder Barb Allen recently gave a talk at TEDX Ladybird Lake. This talk introduced the power that patriotism holds to help all of us enact powerful change in our own lives. Although it is still newly released, this talk is already well-received and igniting conversations. Watch the talk here: www.barballenspeaks.com Listen in as Barb continues the conversation and further explains how patriotism may be the answer so many of us are seeking. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/053

E052 - Working Relentlessly Toward Your Goals With Emmy Award Winner Alin Bijan

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 12:06:01 +0000

Alin Bijan is a film director and Emmy award winning producer. His extensive professional credits include several projects with the iconic American star Chuck Norris and his new film Flip Turn, based on the true story of a young autistic boy who becomes a swimming champion. Alin's all American success story is made all the more remarkable by the fact that he is Iranian-born, and came to this country all alone at the age of 15. Now he's an avid supporter of our military, a proponent of the American Dream, and one of the proudest Americans we've ever met. Listen in as he shares his story of being a teenager all alone in this country, learning the culture and the language, working relentlessly toward his goals, and how he came to work with Chuck Norris. Catch a snippet of him talking about his new film and its potential to raise funds to support the autistic community. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/052

E051: Stop Living For The Weekend And Start Living Your Dreams

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Tue, 3 Jul 2018 17:27:00 +0000

Are you a weekend warrior in life, cramming all of your family time, leisure time, and YOU time into the hours between 5 p.m. Friday and 6 a.m Monday? Do you feel your inner joy start to shrivel up on Sunday evening as you resign yourself to another 5 days of commuting, cubicles, cranky co-workers and time clocks? Or are you just plodding through your life, one day the same as the next, with no idea what happened to the You, you used to be? STOP IT. You have the right to the pursuit of happiness. You have the means to find it and hold it tight, and you have ways to help others do the same.

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E050 - Leaving No Man Or Woman Behind With Alba Melgar-C-De Baca

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 13:45:41 +0000

Alba Melgar-C'De Baca immigrated to this country as a young child. Her family worked hard to not just survive in America, but thrive. Then, Alba decided she also wanted to give back to this country that was so good to her family. Today Alba is a 29 year veteran of the United States Military. She'll retire from the Army on July 1 with a rank of Lieutenant Colonel, and the civilian title of Dr, having also earned her PhD. She may no longer be an active officer, but she's still a leader who leaves no man or woman behind. So Alba accepted a position as Chief Operating Officer at VETTED, a dynamic organization offering crucial training and career guidance to veterans, military spouses, and Gold Star family members. In this interview Alba talks about the opportunities this country offers, her own drive to give back, and the extraordinarily high-caliber programs of VETTED that transition veterans and military family members into elite members of the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/049

E049: Struggle In Life Gives Things Value

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:45:28 +0000

It would seem as though with so many people doing their very best to help, our veterans should be at peace, resting warmly in the embrace of a newly-awakened America. So why do we still lose so many of our combat veterans to suicide? Why do so many of our warriors descend into a dark world of drugs and despair? Why do we see homeless veterans on park benches, and why do so many of these families dissolve under the pressure of adapting to the return of a parent or child who may look the same but hides a deadly secret? Micah Fink knows exactly why, and this former Navy SEAL is doing everything he can to reverse the trend. With ten years as a Navy SEAL Micah has seen friends die. He has done things to survive and fight and defend our country, things that have the potential to forever be seared into the forefront of his memory and his life. But Micah has learned that struggle in life gives things value. The answers we are looking for are inside all of us. We have to look inside for the answers – not out. Listen to the full episode and interview we did with Micah Fink at americansnippets.com/003

E048: We Know This About The American Dream And Our Guests Do Too

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 21:23:49 +0000

This month marks our one year anniversary at American Snippets. While we've grown exponentially in these past 12 months, our guests have always been extraordinary. Today we decided to take the time to highlight many of these stories. We are 100% positive that the all-star lineup of awesome people has at least one story that will impact anyone listening in or reading their article. Co-founder Barb Allen has even offered to send free books to our listeners who email her - but you have to listen in to find out how to claim yours. We don't just think the American Dream is alive and well - we know it. And our guests do too. Thank you to all of our listeners for being a part of our first year, and here's to many more to come. You can go listen to the episodes we mentioned in this podcast episode at www.americansnippets.com

E047 - Chuck Ray - Overcoming Obstacles

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Tue, 5 Jun 2018 15:59:13 +0000

Chuck Ray was just 17 years old when he signed his life over to the Marine Corps. It became his way of life- his family, his identity, until an IED that could have ended his life ended his career, instead. Now like so many other veterans tossed back into civilian life, Chuck was faced with a new enemy - uncertainty. His path from the Marine Corps to the ranks of this country's hottest new companies is packed with lessons for anyone faced with obstacles in their own lives. His message to Gold Star Families and all who served is one of reassurance and faith in the mission that so many sacrificed for.

E046 - Push Your Boundaries

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 1 Jun 2018 18:46:38 +0000

If you don't set any boundaries your life has the potential to be outstanding because there are no limits to your potential or what you can achieve. Take Paul von Zielbauer for instance. He worked his entire life to be a writer for the NY Times. Until one day Paul realized that his life and his career had guidelines. So, Paul, a Pulitzer nominated writer made the tough decision to leave his wildly successful career as a writer and pursue his own calling. He decided to pursue what he calls his radiantly imagine future. Paul now is the owner of an adventure travel philanthorpy company called Roadmonkey that is impacting lives around the world. Dive further into this episode of Freedom Friday to gain insight on how you can find your own true path in life by pushing the boundaries you and others have set for yourself. Listen to the full episode and interview we did with Paul von Zielbauer at americansnippets.com/002

E045 - Jackie Toops - Army Wife 101

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 24 May 2018 11:48:46 +0000

Jackie Toops didn't marry a military man, but she's been an Army wife for 7 years now anyway. When her husband told her of his drive to serve, Jackie knew it was up to her to support that drive. The life of a military spouse is grossly misunderstood by the majority of Americans. From frequent moves, to raising and often giving birth to children without their spouse present, to worry for their spouse's safety, to immense difficulty establishing or maintaining a career, these women (and men) are the unsung heroes behind their heroes. Jackie Toops found her own purpose in military life by serving as a conduit for camaraderie and resources for other military spouses. She's the Lead Writer at the incredibly popular and much leaned-upon blog Army Wife 101, and military spouses all over the globe rely on her articles for news, fresh insight, and valuable information to help them navigate their own lives. Jackie shared her story and message of patriotism, service, and resilience with us in today's episode. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/045

E044 - Seizing Opportunity With Grunt Style's Tim Jensen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 18 May 2018 12:42:18 +0000

If you've ever wondered how to spot an opportunity or how to grab on to one, today's guest has those answers for you. Tim Jensen is a Marine Corps veteran, a leader, patriot, and master at capitalizing on opportunities. Where some see nothing, and others see an insult, Tim sees potential. This, no doubt, served him well in the military and absolutely serves him well now. We featured Daniel Alarick, a veteran entrepreneur and owner of the wildly patriotic and successful company Grunt Style, not long ago. Along our way we found Tim Jensen. Tim was initially turned down for a position at Grunt Style, and now he's the COO. He's also claiming un-staked territory in the world of shooting competitions in a revolutionary move that's about to shake things up. Listen in as Tim shares with us, how he went from rejection to partner, and how he's learned to spot hidden opportunities he turns into goldmines. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/044

EO43 - Upgrade Your Thinking And Your Failure

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Sat, 12 May 2018 00:33:46 +0000

It's Freedom Friday. If you learn to harness the power of positive thoughts, you’ll attract more positive circumstances in your life. It's about becoming the energy that you want to attract. Start thinking about what you want and who you want to be. Think positively and you will call positive things to you. If you have a cynical, insecure, or pessimistic worldview, your negativity will be a self-inflicted, self-fulfilling prophecy. Like attracts like. Do you have big goals you long to achieve? Do you feel like you’re behind schedule? Do you think you're not good enough? Are you fearful to get started? Maybe you've been conditioned to believe that success is reserved for a chosen few? The truth is anyone can achieve great success in their lives. But not everyone is willing to commit to achieving it. The ones that do understand the power of positive thought. They are consistently thinking about what they want. They are writing it down daily. They visualize it, they taste it, they see it, and most importantly they believe it. So where do you start? How do upgrade your thinking? It starts with three things. Don’t ever give up, be consistent, and embrace failure. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our featured articles, videos, and more at americansnippet.com

E042 - Elena Cardone’s All American Success Story

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Elena Cardone, Barb Allen) — Thu, 3 May 2018 13:00:44 +0000

Elena Cardone is known to many as the Queen of the Cardone Empire. She and her husband Grant Cardone have the kind of success some people dream of for themselves while others view as impossible.

They are both respected and envied - sought after by those who understand the possibility and potential they represent and offer, while frowned upon by those who misunderstand the purpose behind their massive success.

Neither Elena nor her husband make an effort to hide their wealth or their success. Rather, they have expanded their empire by teaching others how to emulate their success, both personally and professionally. Still, there are sides to this power couple that can be overlooked.

Elena took the time to share the very personal side of their purpose and the enormous struggles she and her husband faced along their paths. From childhood traumas to costly mistakes, it is a testament to them both that they persevered and achieved what they have.

Deeply patriotic and equally charitable, Elena Cardone is a force in her own right.

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E041 - Barbara Richardson: How a single care package evolved into a Corporate initiative

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 13:34:17 +0000

It started with one care package and evolved into a corporate initiative. When Barbara Richardson found out about deployed Marines who weren't receiving letters or packages from home, she jumped in to help. She started in her kids' school, and enlisted students to send some love to the men and women overseas.

Then she brought the idea to work, and what happened next is remarkable. Barbara works for Barclays, the multinational titan of the financial and investment banking world. When an executive at her company saw the way Barbara was inspiring so many people to support the troops and heard about the impact that support has, things took off.

Thanks to Barbara's inspiration, Barclays has become a force in the world of military support. At work, she is now part of the Military Support Network responsible for a variety of resources and opportunities to help military families. At home, she's still "adopting" troops and her cookies are known around the world.

Barbara is a perfect example of the power of positivity, possibility, and patriotism. Not only is she significantly boosting the spirits of men and women overseas, she is inspiring others to do their part right here at home.

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E040 - Kids That Do good

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 15:41:00 +0000

They're not old enough to vote, but they are strong enough to have a say in shaping this country, anyway. Jake and Max Klein have been giving back to the community before they could walk. And now they're picking up the pace even more at the helm of their national campaign to help other kids do the same.

Determined to find an outlet for their charitable instincts, Jake and Max were discouraged to be told they were too young to volunteer. So, they created their organization, Kids That Do Good as a means to overcome that obstacle for themselves and other like-minded youth. They've been honored by the White House and consulted by leaders, and they're just getting started.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/040

E039 - Paul Steklenski's Flying Fur Animal Rescue

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:13:00 +0000

Each day in America, thousands of dedicated animal rescue professionals work tirelessly to find homes for lost, abandoned, abused, and desperate animals. Sometimes the difference between life and death for these animals is a matter of miles. Relocating them from areas in the south, with an enormous overpopulation of shelter animals, or from overcrowded city shelters, to various rescue organizations offering foster homes and new families is their only shot at survival. This is where today's guest, Paul Steklenski, steps in.

Paul is an Army veteran who is on a new mission to transport as many dogs and cats as he can from the high kill shelters in the south, to new lives in the north. Since he founded his non-profit, Flying Fur Animal Rescue, in 2015, he's personally flown almost 1,000 animals into new lives, and he's just getting started.

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E038 - Passion, Purpose, And Art With Ori Bengal

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 5 Apr 2018 12:14:10 +0000

Since Ori Bengal was a kid, he always loved to draw, but nobody ever told him that he could be an artist. No one ever told him that he could have a future in it, or even a career doing it, so it never crossed his mind. He was creating art his whole life but a heartbreaking experience at an art walk changed everything and Ori gave up on art for 10 years. It was only after a 6-year "couch surfing" adventure and a life-changing trip to Maui that Ori quickly realized Art is what he was put on this planet for. It took him 10 years to figure out what his life's purpose was and since then he's been creating a piece of Art every day for 6 years. Ori's story is a reminder that we should all find and pursue our deepest passions and in that journey, we will discover our purpose. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/038

E037 - A Rebel's Dance With Dmitriy Kozlov

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 12:46:37 +0000

After leaving Soviet Russia and moving to America at just 7 years old, Dmitriy Kozlov was stuck in the middle ground of greatness and self-destruction. His initial wonder at the enormous blessings this country has were turned to massive disappointment as he endured childhood bullying he resolved by joining a gang.

When that escape nearly killed him and the rest of the world seemed to have given up on him, Dmitriy Kozlov turned his rebellious nature toward turning his life around and proving everyone who believed he'd fail, wrong.

Today, Dmitriy is a successful entrepreneur who is impacting countless others through his mission to enhance the world around him. On today's episode, Dmitriy Kozlov shares his incredible story of struggle, self-discovery, and triumph, and at 29 years old, he's just getting started.

Learn more and check out the featured article and video here

E036 - It's Not A Matter Of If It's A Matter Of When

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 19:53:00 +0000

It's Freedom Friday. For most of America, the American Dream simply means freedom - time freedom. Time is the number one thing that people want more of in their lives. We believe in time freedom for everyone in whatever we do and you should too. Embracing freedom means taking control of your life and going after your dreams. And the first step in that is believing that those dreams will happen. Have the attitude that it's not a matter of if it's a matter of when. That's the attitude we must all have. You have to believe in yourself, you must have an unshakeable faith that they are attainable…because they are. Your dreams are not unrealistic, you just have to be willing to put in the work. If you enjoyed this episode, check out more at www.americansnippets.com/podcast

E035 - Dee Willard-Ruffin, Creating a Fortune in Life Through Positivity

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 16:13:48 +0000

Dee Willard-Ruffin is a living example of what is possible with perseverance, grit, and graciousness. First, she fought her way up the corporate ladder to become the first African American female Postmaster in Bethesda, Maryland. Next, she pushed through the pain of her husband's death to make a comeback in life, starting over and creating a highly successful real estate investment company. And when we interviewed her, Dee shared another, incredible, and the seldom shared story of survival she faced first. If you've ever doubted in your own ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable setbacks, wondered how you can create the life you want even if you are starting with nothing, or faced with racial or gender barriers, Dee's story has the answers. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/035

E034 - Grunt Style's Daniel Alarik Is Bringing Patriotism To Every American Home

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 7 Mar 2018 13:59:56 +0000

If you feel like your patriotism has been held hostage by all the divisiveness and controversy we've seen in the past few years, today's guest has your back.

Daniel Alarik is a Drill Sergeant -turned-entrepreneur on a mission to bring patriotism to every home in this country. His company, Grunt Style, is an unapologetically patriotic-packed buffet of products designed to display American pride.

But Grunt Style is not just about products and sales. It's about a culture that inspires patriotism and defends the rights of every American.

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E033 - Get Off Your 'But' With Sean Stephenson

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 1 Mar 2018 15:13:00 +0000

Sean Stephenson was born to die - at least that's what the doctors told his parents immediately after he was born. But decades later, he’s inspired millions of people around the globe as a doctor, best selling author, and international speaker.

Sean is living proof that the mind is a powerful weapon against adversity.

The Biography Channel even did an hour feature on his life called, the Three Foot Giant. Anyone who has ever struggled with doubt, pain, insecurity, and seemingly insurmountable setbacks will want to hear this extraordinary man's story and follow the example he's set.

In Memoriam: Sean Stephenson 1979-2019

It’s with a heavy heart to inform you that Dr. Sean Stephenson has passed away. Sean Stephenson was an extraordinary presence in this world today but his legacy will burn brightly in all those who were touched by him.

He was an incredible human being who inspired millions an he will leave a lasting impact on us, our friends, community, and everyone he touched with his presence.

RIP Sean Stephenson… you’ll always be in our hearts. 🙏
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E032 - Lynda Roemer's Equine Rescue Mission

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 19:22:27 +0000

There's no doubt that this country has problems. Lots of them. And no one person is going to be able to fix them all. But rather than accept that reality and use it as a reason to give up on trying, Lynda Roemer accepted the challenge. After stepping away from a prosperous corporate career, Lynda threw herself into creating and running a horse rescue organization that has saved the lives of some 200 horses in 22 years. Equine Rescue, Inc, is a 56-acre homestyle sanctuary where people and horses rescue each other. Each horse, donkey, or pony lucky enough to find their way out of near-death situations has a home for life, and each volunteer who helps care for them, finds a therapeutic outlet to escape from their own struggles. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/032

E031 - Chad Littlefield and Chris Kyle - 'Two heroes died that day'

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 23:09:05 +0000

Chad Littlefield was as patriotic as can be. He had a deep gratitude for being an American and a passion for supporting all who serve. Together with his close friend Chris Kyle – known by many as the American Sniper, Chad volunteered his time to help veterans transition from combat to civilian life. Tragically, it was this selflessness that led to his death, when he and Chris were killed by one of the veterans they were helping. While this country lost two great Americans that day, their legacy lives on in those who loved them. Today’s guests are Chad’s brother Jerry Richardson and his mother, Judy Littlefield. Today they carry Chad’s mission with them, doing their own part to ensure his name is not forgotten, and his work continues. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/031

E030 - Tim Combs' Americans For Independent Living

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:28:09 +0000

Most of us will never know what it's like to see combat. That's because a small population of Americans steps forward to serve, allowing the rest of us to remain securely behind the front lines. The debt we owe to our military is enormous, but all too often, the men and women who have so selflessly served come home and get lost in their transition back to civilian life. As awareness of the struggles faced by our veterans rises, it is up to us to decide what we are going to do to help those who have done so much for us. Thanks to people like Tim Combs, this country is beginning to address the needs of our returning service members. Tim Combs' non-profit, Americans For Independent Living, is providing homes and resources to veterans, and supporting them as they make that transition- some of them decades after they served. Listen in as Tim talks about his work, and what then-presidential candidate Donald Trump did that changed it all. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/030

E029 - Dave Roever And His Mission To Restore The Wounded

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 17:51:00 +0000

He could have decided to hide behind his injuries and scars, but Vietnam Veteran Dave Roever turned his own tragedy into an opportunity to shine hope and light into millions of lives. He should have died from horrific burns that literally melted him down to the bone.

In fact, the medics thought he was dead because no one could survive what happened to him in that Vietnam jungle. But each time Dave Roever should have died or could have given up, he found a reason to hang on. He took his own experience and won a war everyone else thought was lost.

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E028 - Bob Vincent And Reel Heroes Media

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 18:33:49 +0000

So many people believe the American Dream is a thing of the past, but here at American Snippets, we know the opposite is true. In fact, we believe there has never been a better time for Americans to find and achieve that dream. Thanks to the men and women who defend this country, the rest of us are free to fulfill our own goals and lives. Many of our guests share this view and today's guest is no different. Bob Vincent is the son of immigrants. His father fled Hungary to avoid capture by the Russians and he made his way to America where he joined the military. Through his parents stories and his own experiences when visiting Hungary, Bob realized from a young age how fortunate Americans are. When his path crossed with one very special Marine, Bob understood the debt we owe our military and his life changed forever. Today, Bob uses his company Reel Heroes Media to share stories of American Heroes and also helps non-profits that are veteran and military focused. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/028

E027 - Are you the Victim or the Victor?

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 29 Dec 2017 19:24:11 +0000

This is our first installment of Freedom Friday. At American Snippets, we believe the American Dream is alive and well. We believe with certainty that anyone, regardless of where they are born or what they are born into, has the ability to create a life of their own design. The opportunities we have in this Country impose no limits to those committed to the pursuit of their dreams, but what it does demand is that you have to put in the hard work to achieve it. Whatever it is you want will only be achieved through sacrifice, risk-taking, and hard work, not by chance. So stop treating life as something that happens to you and start taking action towards what it is you want. In this episode, you'll discover what it takes to be a true achiever. You'll also learn how you can get access to our free guide that shows you how to get unstuck so you can double down on YOUR American Dream. If you enjoyed this episode, check out more at americansnippets.com/027

E026 - The Inner Peace Experiment With Joe Metcalfe

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 02:13:20 +0000

Joe Metcalfe possesses what the title promises - inner peace. Something we all want. 11 Years ago Joe left a lucrative and steady career to travel the world. During the last 2 years he's visited places like Haiti, Vietnam, India, France, and also spent 30 days living in NYC. Joe's travels are a personal journey of discovery. It's a journey home, a journey through failure, fear and the challenges that come with change. In today's episode, Joe Metcalfe shares how letting go of his past and old, conditioned beliefs allowed him to evolve, follow his bliss and ultimately gain inner peace in his life. He'll also explain how inner peace is something we can all find, and how he's helping people do so. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/026

E025 - Actor Max Martini's Mission To Help Veterans

Thu, 7 Dec 2017 19:19:00 +0000

Max Martini is a Hollywood veteran committed to showing his thanks to military veterans. It was his role in Saving Private Ryan that changed his life both on and off screen, introducing him to the military world. Since then, he’s often cast in the role of military characters, including the movie 13 Hours and the TV show The Unit. But it’s what he does offscreen that caught our attention.

His career allows him to meet the real-life men and women who serve in our military, and he now calls several veterans his friend. Max has grown into a staunch supporter and advocate for veterans and is personally involved with three non-profits dedicated to their support.

But that was still not enough for him. When he met an Army Ranger who shared his story with him, Max decided it was time to kick it up. For seven years he dedicated himself to creating a film depicting his friend’s experiences, and he is preparing for its release.

Listen in as Max shares his personal story of hard work, patriotism, and how his movie Will Gardner will help veterans.

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E024 - Annie Nelson Ignites Hope for Military Families

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 1 Dec 2017 15:07:39 +0000

Annie Nelson is a survivor in the truest sense of the word. First, she survived a violent workplace assault. Next, she battled two life-threatening brain tumors. The lingering injuries and after effects of her traumas are something Annie has to live with each day. But rather than dwell on her struggles, she uses her experiences as reason to help others. Today Annie is a dynamic force in the world of veteran advocacy, calling upon her own sense of patriotism and the network she built in the entertainment industry to create and implement powerful resources for military families. Listen in to hear about Annie’s incredible personal story, and the work she is doing that could revolutionize veteran advocacy. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/024

E023 - John Fenech - Serving Fellow Citizens

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 15:33:12 +0000

There are many ways to serve our country, and today’s guest has done so both in and out of uniform. John Fenech Is a Coast Guard veteran who has never stopped serving fellow citizens. Today he volunteers time with the Patriot Guard, a non-profit dedicated to honoring and serving our veterans. He also donates his time to children with terminal or chronic illnesses and loves every minute of it. Listen in as he shares a message about how volunteering has changed his life and how it can change yours as well. John exemplifies the meaning of patriotism and we are proud to have him on our show. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/023

E022 - Jeff Senour and the Called To Serve Rock Band

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 14:45:53 +0000

Jeff Senour is the patriotic pilot whose band is bringing inspiration and patriotism back to our schools. By day his stage is the sky, as he flies Southwest passengers across the country. By night, his stage may be anywhere in the country. Soon, you’ll see him in his reality TV show with his co-star, Jack Scalia. Fueled by a passion to celebrate the freedom we all enjoy and to motivate America’s youth through music, Jeff Senour formed the award-winning rock band, CTS, (Called To Serve) in 2001. From radio charts to letters from Presidents, CTS has received prestigious National acclaim for their positive message and musical contributions. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/022

E021 - Hamody Jasim - The Terrorist Whisperer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 3 Nov 2017 15:10:45 +0000

After surviving unimaginable horror growing up under Saddam Hussein’s regime, Hamody Jasim (Pronounced Jazeem, emphasis on second syllable) leapt at the opportunity to fight back. At 17 years old he joined the Iraqi Army. At 19, his courage and leadership landed him a promotion, and he became the youngest Command Sergeant Major in the history of the Iraqi military. From there he was recruited by US Intelligence and became one of the most valued US Intelligence Assets in Iraq. His work saved numerous lives, including top American officials, earning him the hatred of the terrorists and an order for his execution, should he be captured. Ultimately he left Iraq and is now a proud citizen of the United States. His story is extraordinary and we are honored to share it with you on this episode of American Snippets. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/021

E020 - Eddie Pinero's Your World Within

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:02:33 +0000

Eddie Pinero is a 29 year old entrepreneur, Speaker, Author and YouTuber from Miami Florida. His YouTube Channel has over 18 Million views and it all started with an idea that grew into a decision.

For a year and a half, Eddie quietly went about his corporate work while steadfastly building a foundation for him to leap on to. He blogged. He returned to writing music and he started making videos.

Eddie followed through on his plan for a new path and he changed the trajectory of his own life by doing so. A lot of people walk through life picking up a lesson here, and a lesson there, grasping some and forgetting most.

But Eddie Pinero collects life lessons and nurtures each one. He pulls them close. He lives them, and he shares them with the world via his videos and his YouTube Channel 'Your World Within'.

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E019 - The Orphaned Wildlife Center

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 12:35:23 +0000

The Orphaned Wildlife Center has appeared in news stories and online feeds across the country and around the world.

Videos of their bears have gone viral and hundreds of thousands of people regularly stay up to date on the center’s happenings.

Yet, one young girl has taken this interest a step further and is now an inspiration not only to the people at the center but to other kids across the country.

Listen in to today’s episode to hear how Quinn Medina turned her inspiration into action, and how her example has inspired so many others to do the same.

Along the way, you’ll also hear from the Orphaned Wildlife Center’s founders as they share what it’s like to navigate the world of wildlife rescue, what it’s like to have a real bear hug and the incredible highs and lows that are a part of this work.

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E018 - Cassandra Melgar-C'De Baca - Champion of Change

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 5 Oct 2017 17:42:58 +0000

Cassaundra Melgar-C’De Baca knows the value of our military better than most people. Raised in a military family, she went on to serve in the Air Force before she became a military spouse. Her extensive and diverse roles within the military and veteran community qualify her as an expert on the highs and lows of that life. Her drive, business experience, entrepreneurial spirit and fierce commitment to continuing to serve have made her a presidentially recognized Champion of Change, and in this episode Cassaundra tells us about the personal and professional side of service. She also shares the story of selling her business and creating her own non-profit to better serve the people who need it. Listen in to hear about the exceptional work of the F7Group and how it is impacting lives across the world. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/018

E017 - Sail Ahead With The Duclay Brothers

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 21:34:59 +0000

It’s easy to be inspired by our active duty and veteran community. Our military personnel have been engaged in over a decade of war, often with multiple deployments. They sacrifice time with their families and place themselves in harm’s way so that the rest of us may pursue our own paths, secure in the knowledge that they are on the job. It’s easy to feel upset or angry when we learn of casualties, when we see grieving families, or when we see the visible wounds left by war. What’s harder to do is to see the invisible wounds our veterans may be bearing such as the stress and anguish they experience upon their return from combat. Some people smack a bumper sticker on their car, or change a social media profile picture, or comment on an article, and for them, that is their way of addressing this issue and showing support. But Killian and Sean Duclay take it to a whole new level. Our guests on this episode never served in the military- they’re barely old enough to vote. But what they have done to fight the unseen battle of PTSD and veteran suicide right here in this country is nothing short of exceptional. Their organization, Sail Ahead, takes veterans and their families out on the sea, where the fresh air and camaraderie have plenty of room to begin healing those dangerous unseen wounds of war. Listen in as we talk to these remarkable young men. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/017

E016 - Survive and Thrive with Eric Basek and Mike Gallardo

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 19:27:28 +0000

From EMT to SWAT operator, to multi-certification holder in CrossFit, Law Enforcement. Krav Maga, Fight Club and MMA, Eric Basek is a walking lethal weapon with a black belt and an Expert title. Yet he harnesses his skills to pursue his passion, impacting the lives of people all over the country. American Snippets interviewed Eric along with his good friend Mike Gallardo, a combat veteran with his own incredible story of courage and resilience. Mike overcame a series of hard times before enlisting with the United States Army. Then, on a battalion-sized mission in Iraq, Mike was in a vehicle that purposely drove over an IED, in order to deflect the blast from those behind them. His selfless actions lead to him losing part of his leg. What Mike has done with his life since is nothing short of amazing. Rather than allowing himself to give up, he turned his struggles into victories and is an inspiration to others. Today, Mike is an award-winning adaptive athlete. He has won an Emmy for his work with Major League Baseball, and together with Eric, he prepares young Marine recruits for what lies ahead. These two men are exceptional and we are grateful they took time out to share their stories with American Snippets. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/016

E015 - Mia’s Might - A Young Cancer Survivor’s Mission to Pay it Forward

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 12:28:41 +0000

Mia Dede doesn’t look like a typical warrior. This beautiful young girl with a huge smile and endearing shyness does not look like she was ever anything but happy. She was just two years old when her mother rushed her to the emergency room. It was Mother’s Day, and Cynthia Diaz should have been simply enjoying the day, but Mia “could barely stand still without falling” and Cynthia knew there was something seriously wrong with her daughter. Mia was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma a Brain tumor. She lived in a hospital for 7 months undergoing 6 cycles of high dose chemotherapy and finally recovered from the final stage in her treatment - a stem cell transplant. Today, Mia is a healthy 10 year-old girl that is lucky to never have had to spend another night in the hospital since treatment ended. Now, this young cancer survivor is making sure other kids like her find some brightness in their darkest days. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/015

E014 - Herschel Woody Williams

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Hershel “Woody” Williams, Barb Allen) — Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:37:21 +0000

The Battle of Iwo Jima is most well known for the iconic image of brave Marines raising the flag after a hard-fought victory. Thousands of men lost their lives in that battle. We'll never know all the stories of heroism that day, but we do know one. Herschel "Woody" Williams is the last living Medal of Honor recipient from that famous battle. Decades later he is still passionate about his patriotism, and now he focuses his fight on supporting and honoring the families of fallen service members. Woody sat down with us while at one such event, and you can listen in to his story on this episode.

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E013 - Play For Your Freedom with David Lionheart

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 18:30:00 +0000

After losing his brother to suicide and seeing a close friend struggle with the aftermath of combat, David Lionheart was determined to do his part to break the cycle of suicide before anyone else suffered its devastation.

So David took matters into his own hands and now he has his own army of supporters, volunteers, and grateful military families invested in Play For Your Freedom. Listen in to today's episode to hear how David is helping veterans and their families across the country in an innovative and impactful way.

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E012 - Overcome: Burned, Blinded and Blessed, with Carmen Tarleton

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 9 Aug 2017 20:50:06 +0000

In this episode, we are left nearly speechless by the story Carmen Tarleton so gracefully shares with us. She was asleep in her own home when she was violently awakened by her ex-husband. She was beaten and assaulted in front of her two daughters before her assailant took it to unimaginable levels by dousing her with industrial strength lye. Carmen clung to life for months in a medically induced coma while her doctors and her body valiantly fought for her survival. When she awoke, it was to a new and shocking reality. Carmen was severely disfigured from third-degree burns over 80% of her body. She was blind and had lost an ear, as well as a substantial portion of her face, to the burns. The challenges she has faced in the years since are nothing short of immense and the will with which she commits to overcoming each one is positively inspirational. Listen in to hear her tell her story on this episode of American Snippets. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/012

E011 - Matt Snook - The Voice With A Heart Of Gold

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 28 Jul 2017 13:37:56 +0000

True talent matched with pure passion, steadfast commitment, upstanding values, and downright good looks seems like too many qualities for one person to possess, but Matt Snook has got them all. His love for his family, his country, and his music pours forth in every note he sings. Matt's determination to reach his goals landed him a coveted spot on The Voice when Blake Shelton turned around for him. He has travelled overseas to perform for our deployed troops. He's sung for families of our fallen soldiers, performed for George Strait, and carries his guitar into darkened hospital rooms to bring some light and hope to critically ill or injured patients and their families. We sat down with Matt in the middle of an event where he was singing for families of fallen soldiers. Listen in to his interview to hear him talk about why he does what he does, what success truly means, and how he manages to keep doing what he does best with such grace. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/011

E010 - The Money Expert, Greg Herlean

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Fri, 21 Jul 2017 21:08:57 +0000

It was love at first sight on the blind date that changed Greg Herlean’s life, but not in the usual way. As the son of an Air Force officer, Greg moved ten times in 14 years. He was raised to embrace change and opportunity wherever he went, so he was fearless in following the path that opened up to him on that date. Today he is a highly sought after speaker on topics of estate planning, capital development and investment through use of self directed IRA vehicles. He is the author of two books on these topics, and has managed over a billion dollars in real estate investments. Listen in to this episode of American Snippets to hear about how Greg Herlean is helping people take control of their financial futures while never forgetting the importance of giving back to others. Best of all, he has made an incredibly gracious offer to military families, which always warms our hearts. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/010

E009 - Cori Salchert's House of Hope for Hospice Babies

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 17:46:00 +0000

Hundreds of thousands of children across this country are in the foster care system. Whether these children have been removed from abusive homes or lost their only family to tragedy, or any of the other reasons they find themselves dependent upon the state for care, all of these children deserve to find someone to love, care for, and cherish them. The luckiest of these children do, but too many others do not. This can be especially true for children with debilitating or life-limiting, terminal diseases. Fortunately for some of these children, people like Cori and Mark Salchert are stepping in.

On this episode of American Snippets, we introduce you to a family who is dedicated to caring for children with a serious and sometimes terminal diagnosis. How they and their own children wrap their arms around these children is nothing short of extraordinary, and what they have to teach all of us in the process is equally so. Listen in to hear about a baby once wheeled into a corner and left to die, who found love in the Salcherts arms, as well as other stories about real children with real needs, and how Cori and Mark Salchert are ensuring every moment of these shortened lives is as special as it can be.

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E008 - Cilla McCain - Fighting Alongside Families of this Nations Fallen

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (cilla mccain, barb allen) — Thu, 6 Jul 2017 12:36:00 +0000

She’s a deceivingly genteel southerner with a sharp wit and a will of steel. Cilla McCain has taken it upon herself to fight alongside families of this nation’s fallen when they are faced with loss that does not fit the conventional manner of death. Pictures of widows, children, and parents receiving folded flags at graveside ceremonies abound as military honors are offered. But not every folded flag is followed up with the same respect.

For families of soldiers whose deaths are unconventional – at the hands of fellow soldiers through willful or negligent actions - that folded flag is often the last time they are treated with respect. These families are often shunned, ignored, and shut down when they attempt to clarify cloudy circumstances surrounding the death of a loved one. It is an overwhelming battle for anyone to fight, let alone grieving family members unaccustomed to the government’s ways.

This is where Cilla McCain steps in. Listen in to this interview with Cilla McCain to hear about how Cilla has taken on the mission of telling the stories never before told, of the exception to the rule of trust and loyalty in uniform. Hear her tell her story of how she became involved in helping these families navigate the bureaucracy of “Non-hostile” deaths, and how she is working to protect other families from enduring the same pain.

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E007 - The Time is Now with Kent Clothier

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Dave Brown, Barb Allen, Kent Clothier) — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 11:50:00 +0000

If anyone is qualified to speak on the perils of good fortune, it’s Kent Clothier. He was running a multi-million dollar business in high school and a multi-billion dollar business after that. He would have been set for life, had he not fallen prey to the perils of that success.

The fall from glory was brutal, and Kent was faced with challenges greater than he’d ever imagined he’d face. With a renewed commitment to himself and those he loves, Kent doubled down on life and business, rebuilding not just a financial fortune but his own vision of happiness.

Just when he thought he’d fully recovered, a brush with tragedy taught him even more about what’s most important in life. Now he helps others find the same personal and professional clarity he’s found, having learned from his failures as well as his success.

Watch this inspirational interview with Kent Clothier.

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E006 - David Vobora’s Tribe Is Bridging The Gap Between Civilians And Veterans

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:20:00 +0000

He took a beating on the field and off, but David Vobora fought back every time. First, he attacked his title of “Mr. Irrelevant” by becoming a superstar on the football field. Next, he attacked his addiction to pain medication, healing both from that and the severe injuries he sustained in his career.

Then he got started on his true path; helping civilians and combat veterans become battle buddies in their own missions to overcome their injuries. You may have seen him on Ellen, but now you can watch David Vobora right here on the Flex Your Freedom Podcast (Formerly American Snippets).

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E005 - Amplify Your Life And Leap Into Entrepreneurship With Trevor Mauch

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen, Dave Brown) — Wed, 14 Jun 2017 14:18:00 +0000

Have people ever told you your dream is impossible? Have you ever let yourself believe the naysayers?

Trevor Mauch has an important lesson for all of us who are tempted to give in to doubt. Listen in to this interview with Trevor Mauch, as one of this country’s leading Entrepreneurs shares his story of dismissing doubt and realizing his own American Dream by helping others realize theirs.

Shaken by his friend’s death, Trevor turned his grief into action. He looked deep within himself to determine his core values and committed to making his life matter.

Now he runs his multi 7 figure SaaS company with an infectious passion and is an inspiration in both business and life.

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E004 - Dave Santia - Speed Painter and Accidental Altruist

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Wed, 7 Jun 2017 10:53:00 +0000

What happens when art meets altruism? You get Dave Santia! He’s not just an artist. He’s an upside down, speed-painting artist who has donated over $600,000 to various charities. It’s hard to say what’s bigger: Dave’s talent or his heart.

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E003 - Struggle in Life Gives Things Value with Micah Fink and Heroes & Horses

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 1 Jun 2017 14:56:00 +0000

He may have left the battlefield, but this Navy Seal has never stopped fighting. Micah Fink first waged his own inner battle to adjust to civilian life after combat, then turned his sights to helping others.

Who doesn’t love cowboys? What’s not to love about wild horses?

In this interview with Micah Fink, Micah explains how wild mustangs become battle buddies for combat veterans in the vast Montana wilderness.

This is Heroes and Horses.

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E002 - A Radiantly Imagined Future With Paul von Zielbauer

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 1 Jun 2017 14:51:00 +0000

He’s a Pulitzer nominee who found even greater success after he left his writing career. Paul Von Zielbauer went from writing about movers and shakers to becoming one in a bold move. He’s found the greatest comfort far outside of his comfort zone, and now he’s helping others do the same.

Listen in to hear all about his adventure philanthropy company, Roadmonkey, and how it is impacting lives all around the world.

Hear about his decision to take that leap, and what it takes to find your own true path in life.

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E001 - Our Very First Episode Of The American Snippets Podcast

support@greatamericansyndicate.com (Barb Allen and Dave Brown) — Thu, 1 Jun 2017 14:51:00 +0000

He’s an entrepreneur who used his setbacks as steps forward, and she’s a military widow whose greatest heartaches have led to her greatest insights. Dave Brown’s true passion is his family. He’s worked hard to find success in business on his own schedule, so he can spend more time with the people he loves.

Barb Allen’s tumultuous path has beaten her down a time or two, but introduced her to the very core of all that is good within our country. She is the exhausted but proud mother of four boys she has raised on her own. Together, Dave and Barb are living, defending, and promoting the American Dream. Now they are sharing stories of people all over this great country who are inspiring and helping others by fulfilling their own dreams.

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