What do you get when two genuine Irish, retired cops, both named Patrick,  get together on a podcast? You get the Pat and Pat show and a great conversation! Here is a guy who spent 25 years on the street as a patrol sergeant for the City of Milwaukee Police Department. Now a podcast host, bestselling author, and TV consultant, Patrick O'Donnell is in the house! He’s the bestselling author of ten books, including his newest thriller, The Good Collar.  He hosts the popular Cops and Writers Podcast, where he interviews state, local, and federal law enforcement members, celebrities, and writers who are making a splash in the publishing world.  He runs an 8,200-member Facebook group for crime writers with members from all over the globe that was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal (page one)!  He also hosts true crime television documentaries and has consulted with crime writers for their books and screenplays. He has supervised various special units and investigated major felonies.  He runs an 8,200-member Facebook group for crime writers with members from all over the globe that was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal (page one)!  Patrick is a consummate story teller and we shared a lot of good laughs in today’s episode. So sit back, relax and enjoy a little fun with us. Slåinte! (to your health)

Today I’m honored to sit down with someone who’s been on the front lines of some of the toughest battles in federal law enforcement. Peter Forcelli is a retired Assistant Deputy Director of the ATF, with a career spanning decades in high-stakes investigations, leadership under fire, and some of the most challenging moments in the agency’s history. Peter isn’t just a career lawman—he’s someone who has had to wrestle with tough decisions, navigate controversy, and hold fast to his integrity when the easy thing would’ve been to stay quiet. In this conversation, we’re going to unpack his journey, hear some stories from inside the walls of ATF, and get his take on what true leadership looks like in times of chaos and mistrust. So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into this powerful conversation with Peter Forcelli. There’s a lot to take away here: the importance of standing firm in your values, leading with courage when the stakes are highest, and remembering that trust—whether in a team or with the public—can only be built with consistency and integrity. Peter’s career is proof that leadership is less about the title you hold, and more about the weight of the decisions you’re willing to make. If you found value in today’s episode, share it with a friend, fellow leader, or teammate who needs encouragement. And if you haven’t already, hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next conversation with Pete and another legend of the ATF, Jay Dobyns - the guy who took down the Hells Angels. Both together in February, 2026 and on our podcast!

Today, we're joined by Mark Struczewski—pronounced STRU-CHESS-KEY—better known as Mister Productivity. This Houston-based coach and host of the Mister Productivity™ Podcast, with over 1,340 episodes and thousands of downloads.  He helps busy professionals crush overwhelm, reclaim focus, and hit goals using battle-tested strategies from his corporate background and daily running discipline. The guy is a BEAST. Want to learn more or schedule a consultation with Mark, connect with here:  https://misterproductivity.com/

On Halloween night in 1985, Susan Williams' (Snow)life changed forever when her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams was ambushed and killed. The compelling story of Susan's and family's loss and the road to recovery from trauma provides hope and practical guidance for others who have been touched by violence and loss. Susan reclaimed her life, learned to manage PTSD, and found a path to vulnerability with courage, loss without victimhood, and love with forgiveness. Susan would not allow herself to be swallowed up in a victim mindset, yet still had to journey through the trauma and find resiliency to live life with love, forgiveness and joy. Join us and you might want to have some tissues on hand.

Our guest today knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom. His wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. A week later, he lost his job after asking for a more flexible schedule to care for her.  They had already walked through a decade-long infertility battle, multiple surgeries, and the painful loss of family. They had no income for 10 months and racked up over $60,000 in debt. They were emotionally, financially, and spiritually exhausted. But they didn’t stay there. Because we all face challenges and difficulties this episode is for you. Maybe it’s burnout. A health scare. A career setback. Loss. Or just the quiet ache of wondering, “What now?” DK speaks directly to that space—and gives us tools we can use today to move forward with grit, gratitude, and grace.  His journey is both inspiring and an example of how we can own our difficult journeys through adversity and challenges and come out not just surviving, but thriving. Welcome DK Kang to the show.        

A year ago he was lying on the floor in the Emergency Room, unable to breathe. As he blacked out, he thought it was all over. Months later, he survived a surgery that should have killed him, and walked out of the hospital with a very different outlook on his life... and whatever time he had left. Hear how  he built an empire, lost it all, gained it back, then almost died. Along the way he had achieved a ton of accolades that meant nothing, and had to give blood to buy food to put on the table for his kids. It's been quite a ride. Today, he will tell you he is finally bulletproof, wrapped in God's armor and filled up by his faith. Join us and hear the incredible story of one man who has gone on to impact hundreds of lives in a very short period of time. Mine is one of them! Welcome Rory Pacquette to the show!

Our story is about more than a Police K9 battling cancer. A Living Story of Service, Strength, and Second Chances -the story of a retired working dog, K9 Tambo — a decorated Federal Police K9 who spent years protecting people and property at the highest levels of government. This is a powerful journey of resilience, faith, and community support. On November 16, The Philadelphia Eagles will honor Tambo during their Salute to Service game — recognizing not just his years of service, but his ongoing fight and spirit. Our story is about more than a dog battling cancer. It’s about loyalty, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between a handler and his K9 partner — and what that bond teaches us about strength, legacy, and never giving up. Here the story here and  be sure to join his 13,000 followers on his journey on Instagram @k9_tambo.

When the Fire Alarm In Your Head Won’t Shut Off: Stress and What To Do Next One of the hardest things to do is to learn stress resilience and change your life. Especially when that fire alarm going off in your head just won’t shut off! Today’s guest has been immersed in the world of mindfulness and transformation for over 50 years. You want to hear from a real man in the arena – this is him! From living in an Ashram for a decade in his 20’s to creating an internationally used mindfulness app, Allen Imbarrato has been on a journey of learning and teaching tens of thousands of folks in stress resilience and life changing habits. He’s a CEO, author, speaker, and veteran software and app developer whose custom business software KiBiz Systems serves thousands of users worldwide, from the U.S. and Canada to Asia. His latest innovation is KiFlow, a mobile app that harnesses AI to guide people through stressful moments—helping them reframe challenges and transform stress into growth. He’s passionate about emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and exploring how technology, when used consciously, can actually make us more human. I downloaded the app and it is the real deal and easy to navigate. So join us today to hear Allen’s incredible journey and his impact on the world.

From a seven year old who had no reason to live to a writer, seeker, provocateur of the spirit, exploring the hidden chambers of human transformation. A man who writes to question and awaken his audience. My friend and colleague, Robert Hamburger, is our guest on this episode of https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com Robert is a 21st century Walden Pond kind of guy – living in the mountains of Colorado. He once wrote on his Substack page, https://substack.com/@hamburgersstand?utm_source=global-search “Living through life’s trainwrecks forges wisdom. True friendship and love ask for the courage to hold up the mirror, even when looking away would be easier.” That, and more, powerful statement are the topics of today’s episode. So join us! Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform, leave a comment and share this and past episodes with someone you know who needs to hear the messages of hope, resilience and life changing mindset of the Warrior, Servant, Leader. Want to reach Robert directly? Hamburgersstand.com #personalgrowth #faith #warrior #servantl-leadership #philosophy   (Note: Title is a quote from an episode on Fantasy Island television show that has struck with our guest for many years)

From Chile to America, Steve went from being called "good for nothing", by his parents, to Southside Chicago street fighter, to Marine, to cop, singer/songwriter, to lawyer, speaker and author. His incredible and inspiring story will leave wanting to know more and maybe even change your own story.