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In this episode Mike talks with best selling authors Max Brooks and Steve Leonard about their recent works “To Boldly Go: Leadership, Strategy and Conflict in the 21st Century and Beyond”. This book is a collaboration project with over 30 authors. They use science fiction to talk about the future, current and what if scenarios. 

In this episode they discuss the book, current society, military problems and what our mindsets need to be to shape our future. Both the authors are known for their unconventional thinking, which has inspired leaders across the globe to respond to potential crises. This episode is fast paced and a lot of information is covered in the hour, so prepare yourself! 

Link to the book: 

Boldly Go, Leadership Strategy and Conflict 

Max and some of his work: 

Max Brooks Website 

The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead

World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War

Devolution: A Firsthand Account of the Rainier Sasquatch Massacre

Minecraft: The Mountain: An Official Minecraft Novel

Steve and a few pieces of his work: 

Doctrine Man on FaceBook

Steven Leonard LinkedIn

The Wisdom of Reverse Mentoring

Tools of the Trade 10 Life Lessons in Leadership

Throwing Your Boots Over the Wire How to Know when the Time is Right for You/

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Steve is a veteran of the United States Army and Law Enforcement. His family has Founded the Company Targeted Motivational Engagement (TME). This family is one of winners, they have worked as a team to establish a brand that is rooted in competition, support and constantly moving forward together. Both of their daughters are CrossFit Teenage competitors and never afraid to get their hand dirty on the family homestead. 

In this episode Mike sits down with Steve and his daughter Kadi, they talk about the principles that make this family unit so strong. How transparency and real talk are the norm, what one goes through they go through together! This is a family that is moving forward in big ways and anyone that is a parent will want to have a notebook ready!! 

Steve also authored a book titled "Your Greatest Investment" which he writes about the successes they have had in establishing a Family Foundation. All real-life and practical advice that will produce strong, confident, and compassionate children! 

Find the Gowen Family: 

3arrowapparel on Instagram 

3 Arrow_TME on Instagram 

3Arrow_Apparel on FaceBook

Steve Gowin on FaceBook 

Steve Gowin on LinkedIn

3 Arrow Strong Website 

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Dale is the founder of Lion’s Guide. An executive coaching company helps high performers up their game. Dale is a former Marine; he also built a technology company that became one of the largest in the region. After selling that company he knew he wanted to add value to people’s lives. So, he started Lion’s Guide and hasn’t looked back. “I help people establish clarity, build courage, and lead!” Gives you some insight into Lion’s Guides Mission. 

In this episode we sit down with Dale as he talks about his background, struggles, and keys to his success. One of the questions asked was: “What do you think stands in the way of most people reaching their true potential?” You don’t want to miss his response and the dialogue between Mike and him, it’s pure gold! 

Find Dale here: 

Dale Walls on FaceBook 

Dale Walls on LinkedIn

Dale Walls on Instragram 

Dales Walls on Twitter 

Lion’s Guide website to learn more: 

Lions Guide Website 

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Vinny is a former Army Ranger, Prison Guard and Border Patrol Agent. He has since moved on to become the founder of Beteran and actor on the popular TV show Mayan MC. Vinny has amassed a huge following because of his relatable content and giving it to people straight. He has a podcast titled the Vinny Roc Show and an author of two books. 

In this episode Vinny talks about how his years as a baseball player led to him serving our country in multiple capacities. How he struggled through transitions and dealing with the loss of many of his friends. He is raw and unfiltered in this episode and has no problem telling everyone were he messed up. 

We also talked about how our time in uniform doesn’t stop. We must continue to serve even after we hang up the uniform. We can’t become “those” veterans that just propagate the entitled mentality. This episode moves fast and covers a lot, so buckle your seatbelt. You’re about to get the Vinny Roc treatment! 

Find Vinny: 

Vinny Vargas on LinkedIn

Vinny Vargas on Facebook 

Vinny Vargas on Instagram 

Find his Podcast here: 

Vinny Roc Podcast 

Find out more about Beteran: 

https://beteran.com/

Find Vinny’s books: 

Light the Fuse by Vincent Vargas 

Sugarman by Vincent Vargas 

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The Twenty-Year War is a photo book that tells the stories of the Veterans that fought in the Global War on Terror. It’s produced by Beau Simmons and Former Army Rangers Dan Blakely & Tom Amenta. The forward was provided by General Joseph Votel, U.S. Army, Retired. 

In this episode we talk about the amazing idea that Dan had less than a year ago. The epic journey they embarked on to capture the heroes stories from America’s longest war. Contain in it are stories of loss, struggle and victories from the 71 Veterans highlighted in the pages. 

Tom and Dan share about how this book has helped them understand what it meant to be part of this war and generation. Beau shares about how he will be forever changed by the stories, veterans and his race across the country numerous times to photograph these amazing imagines. 

They knew they wanted to release it on the 20th Anniversary of September 11th, they had no idea that it would also coincide with current events in Afghanistan. 

The Team also runs a Podcast Titled Never Left Behind, where they tell the stories of veterans from all branches of service. 

Find it here: 

Never Left Behind by United Valor 

Find out more about the book and order here:  

https://twentyyearwar.com/

Find Tom: 

Tom Amenta on Linkedin

Tom Amenta on Facebook 

Find Beau:  

Beau Simmons on LinkedIn

Beau Simmons on FaceBook 

Find Dan: 

Dan Blakeley on LinkedIn 

Dan Blakeley on FaceBook 

Lastly, today is a tough day for many. We would like you to reach out and connect with an old friend. Ask them how they are doing and if they need help, be there to help them though this difficult time! 

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LTC (R) Oak McCulloh retired from the United States Army after 23 years of service. Oak spent his last years in the Army and time since focusing on entry level leadership. Arming them with the mindsets and tools to become leaders that leave legacies. In this Episode Oak and Mike discuss leadership in and out of the Army. Culture of organizations and how we leave imprints of others that last them a lifetime. 

Oak is also the author of the book: Your Leadership Legacy. Which is packed full of amazing insights into his life and career, every leader can read this book and immediately apply to their organizations. 

Find Oak: 

Oak McCulloch on FaceBook 

Oak McCulloch LinkedIn

Oak McCulloch Website 

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Mark Jacobsen is an Active Duty Air Force Officer, who currently is a professor at the School of Advanced Air and Space Studies. Mark started his career as pilot and later transitioned to extensive work in drone programs. Also, Mark is an amazing author, his books include Eating Glass and Lord of Harambee. He contributes to multiple Blogs like War on the Rocks and From the Green Notebook.  

In this episode Mike and Mark give into failure, learning from it and how Mark decided to write about it. There are not a lot of books that talk about failure and this one does an amazing job, weaving Mark’s person accounts into lesson-learned for life. 

Enjoy the episode and make sure to get a copy of Eating Glass!! 

Find Mark: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdjacobsen/

https://www.facebook.com/mark.jacobsen.545

Eating Glass by Mark Jacobsen 

Lords of Harambee by Mark Jacobsen 

Mark D. Jacobsen Website 

When You Lose Your Why-MUST READ!!!

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If you’ve been listening to Always in Pursuit podcast or Mike’s previous unit Podcast called Kill Tank Radio then you’ve hear him mention CSM (R ) Scott Schroeder. Scott retired after 32 years of service in the Army and after completing his time as the FORSCOM CSM. Since that time he has mentored a generation of leaders in and out of uniform. He authored a book titled “Behind the Colors” which in Mike’s opinion is the best book written about NCO leadership. He has also hosted a podcast titled “Reflection on Behind the Colors”. Also works with Solution 21, providing his years of experience in a consulting role. 

In this episode Mike and Scott talk about leadership, service in the military, facing adversity and why the ability to reflect is so important. Also how transitions take time and hell of a lot of patience. This is an episode that you want to have a notebook ready, as Scott provides tons of life lessons and leadership principles. 

Find Scott here: 

Scott on Facebook

Scott on LinkedIn

REFLECTIONS FROM: BEHIND THE COLORS Podcast

Behind the Colors Book

Schroeder Coaching Website 

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In this episode we talk with Major Lily Garcia who instructs at West Point. Her course teaches students how to understand emotions, bias and how this can affect leadership. One of the topics she discusses is how to have tough conversations. How our own upbringing can affect the dialogue and we need to fight for perspectives. Lily and Mike talk about some of the barriers that exist and techniques for overcoming them 

Find Major Lily Garcia: 

Lily Garcia FaceBook

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Marius is originally from Romania and now resides in Luxembourg. Last year he made a decision, the life of a Corporate Lawyer slugging away everyday in the grind wasn’t living. So, he made the hardest decision of his life and set off on a new path. One that has led him on a journey within himself and translated into healing others. In this episode we talk about this journey and dive into his role as a Strategic Life Coach and Mindfulness Teacher. 

Find Marius Iliescu: 

Marius Iliescu LinkedIn

Marius Iliescu FaceBook 

Marius Website 

Marius Instagram

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