Higher Line Podcast

Pro Break Dancer and Graffiti Artist Joel "Teknyc" Martinez from the Bronx comes on after meeting Mickey at a Carry Trainer class. He's traveled the world and performed on television. More recently he's branched out to firearms instruction under the banner, "Technical Skillz."

In this podcast Joel Martinez shares his story about becoming a pro Bboy and quitting his job as a skilled welder.

For more on Joel Martinez follow him on instagram @Teknyc and check out his YouTube Channel here.

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

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Mickey talks with special guest Donna A. Michaels, a Navy veteran who supported Navy SEALS in Panama, law enforcement officer and mother. She recently published a memoir, "Courageously Broken," that shares her struggle with PTSD and recovery.

For more on D.A. Michaels check out her author website.

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• Your Thoughts are not Always Your Friend | Higher Line Podcast #17
• From Victim to Victory | Alpha Maiden on Higher Line Podcast #29
• Tragedy Can Propel Us Onwards | Higher Line Podcast #66

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Think you need straight A's to become a nuclear scientist? Think again. Mickey talks with Andrew Dotson, a third year graduate student studying theoretical nuclear physics at New Mexico State University. Andrew was a lack luster high school student who didn't make it pass admissions... but he didn't give up.

Andrew Dotson shares his struggle getting into college, settling in the field of physics and how he built a popular college physics vlogging channel here on YouTube.

For more on Andrew Dotson check out his YouTube Channel here.

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• Hidden Jiu Jitsu | Higher Line Podcast #127
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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Mickey talks with Rickson Gracie Black Belt Henry Akins of Hidden Jiu Jitsu. Akins shares his personal story moving from Oklahoma to L.A. to fully immerse himself in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. After establishing himself near the top his craft, Akins became a prominent MMA coach and started the Hidden Jiu Jitsu website.

During the interview Henry Akins discusses the early history of MMA, moving out to Las Vegas and his current lifestyle as a traveling BJJ trainer.

For more on Henry Akins check him out on facebook, HiddenJiuJitsu.com or follow him on instagram @henryakinsbjj.

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• Talking with Champions | Higher Line Podcast #126
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• Protection for & from Humanity | Higher Line Podcast #136

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

A chat with six winners from the mat:

Henry Akins, Rickson Gracie Black Belt // Hidden Jiu-Jitsu
- Check out https://hiddenjiujitsu.com or follow @henryakinsbjj

Dan Hart, Entrepreneur // Alpha BJJ
- Check out https://alphajiujitsu.com or follow @dan_t_hart

Travis Davison, Vice President of SBG International
- Check out https://www.straightblastgym.com or follow @sbgmontana

Leah Taylor, BJJ World Champion // SBG Montana
- Check out https://www.leahtaylorconsulting.com or follow @leah_taylor_sbg

Andy Stumpf, Ret. Navy SEAL // Cleared Hot Podcast
- Check out https://www.andystumpf.com or follow @andystumpf212

Derik Morefield, City Manager // BJJ Purple Belt
- Follow @ultrad413

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Mickey talks to the leading expert on US self-defense law, Attorney Andrew Branca from the State of Maine. He has over two decades experience, specializing in self defense cases, and has contributed to major media outlets like the Wall Street Journal, National Review, Chicago Tribune and many more.

Andrew Branca is also a NRA Certified Instructor and Master Class Shooter in multiple IDPA divisions. Andrew teaches lawyers how to argue self-defense cases with the Continuing Legal Education system in many states.

To learn more about Andrew Branca, his book and vast educational resources for conceal carry, check out LawsofSelfDefense.com.

PDF CHART - Foundation to Self-Defense Law Analysis Cheat Sheet
https://lawofselfdefense.com/elements

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Mickey talks to local candidate Mike Shorten running for McHenry County Board District #3. They discuss current events, the dysfunctional nature of modern civic discourse and getting involved in politics wherever you are.

Shorten previously served as an elected Trustee in Nunda Township where he fought for reduced spending and lower taxes and has also served on numerous non-profit boards. Mike works full time as an Account Manager in corporate sales.

To hear more from Mike Shorten check out his podcast, "The Shorty Show," on Facebook at facebook.com/ShortyShow/. For more on his current county board campaign for the Nov. 2020 Election, see Facebook.com/VoteShorty/.

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• Nothing Spawns from Nothing | Higher Line Podcast #115
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• Moving Mountains - Bringing Conceal Carry to Illinois | Higher Line Podcast #43

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Mickey talks to Dr. Erik Won of Wave Nueroscience, a biotech company that has innovated a breakthrough technology called Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy (MeRT). Although in the early stages, this technology is being used to help patients with PTSD, addictions and trauma get back to normal.

Dr. Erik Won served as a US Navy Flight Surgeon for a Marine helicopter squadron and expeditionary unit. He's studied medicine at Harvard and worked at Boeing for nearly 10 years.

You can learn more about Wave Neuro by visiting WaveNeuro.com and following Erik on instagram @WaveNuero. Also check out BrainTreatmentCenter.com.

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• Best of Dr. William Aprill | Higher Line Podcast #120
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• From Victim to Victory | Alpha Maiden on Higher Line Podcast #29

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Special guest Robert Danielson of Alpha Munitions, specializing in top notch precision rifle brass, talks with Mickey about 6.5 Creedmore, breaking into the ammunition industry, and life in general.

This podcast is geared toward entrepreneurship in the firearms industry.

You can learn more about Bobby and Alpha Munitions by following him on instagram @Alpha_Munitions.

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• The Best Ammo for Concealed Carry - Higher Line Podcast #6
• Squib Load - DON'T BLOW UP YOUR GUN! | Episode #39

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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.

Green Beret Medic Joel Gupton with D-Dey Response Group in rural North Carolina catches up with Mickey. You may recognize Joel from one of our S12 medical training videos.

Joel Gupton gives medical training advice for regular civilians... talks about growing up on a tobacco farm and some past missions overseas in interesting places.

You can learn more about Joel by following him on instagram at @Joel_DDey... and for proper medical training check D-Dey Response Group as well as upcoming S12 Events.

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• First Aid // TCCC Video Playlist
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Music Attributions:
Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald
Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner

The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube and Stitcher.