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With nearly 10 million downloads, The Chris Voss Show Podcast is a top 1% most popular shows out of 3,254,177 podcasts globally. Over 17 years, 27 millions views of amazing interviews of top CEOs, BILLIONAIRES, Astronauts, the hottest new book Authors, TV & Print News & Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalists, Governors, Congress Members and other inspiring and insightful guests that will expand your mind. Our podcast guests are the CEO’s, thought leaders, presidential advisers and the hottest new book authors and journalists from all the large publishers like Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, Hachette, Harper Collins, Macmillan, etc. Interviewed guests include top journalists from news anchors & journalists from all the top media: CNN, MSNBC, Washington Post, WSJ, NYT, The Guardian, etc. FTC Disclosure: Some guests pay advertising/production costs to appear on the show. See more at TheChrisVossShow.com

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June 16, 202638 min

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – US 98: Destination Dade City by Paul Dean Moore

US 98: Destination Dade City by Paul Dean Moore https://www.amazon.com/Us-98-Destination-Dade-City/dp/1961845075 US 98: DESTINATION DADE CITY is a story of the LeMay family placed in Witness Protection, due to actions of a crime syndicate. Keep your head down as the tale unfolds about hiding, dogs, murder, and Florida high school football. Victims, law enforcement, and villains each play a role moving towards the conclusion. Each trying to survive. PAUL DEAN MOORE presents his third story based in small towns along Florida US 98. He brings to life characters inspired by his forty years of ministry dealing with people and families in crisis in varied situations. Moore took up fiction writing as a challenge from his youngest daughter, Adina. He dedicates this book to his six children and his in-laws, Clifford and Vernette Oberg, as well as Jerry and Barbara Miller. Moore lives with his wife, Sue, near US 98 in Lakeland, Florida.

June 16, 202638 min

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – WHEN THE RADIO WENT SILENT: A Life on the Road Between Duty and Home by JAMES S. Wynecoop

WHEN THE RADIO WENT SILENT: A Life on the Road Between Duty and Home by JAMES S. Wynecoop https://www.amazon.com/WHEN-RADIO-WENT-SILENT-Between/dp/1291853561 When the radio went silent, the job doesn’t become quieter. It becomes personal. Every badge covers a human heart that holds memories no one dise can see. Calls that end in nightmares Faces of victims that haunt your sleep, Critical decisions that weigh on your conscience long after your shift is over. In small towns, those victims could be your neighbors. Your friends. Family. And knowing that fact never really gets oasion. When the Radio went Silent is not about heroism. It is about survival, Surviving the weight of life and death decisions that you carry home with you each day. Learning to embrace silence as both a blessing and a punishment. Realizing the invisible price of public service on cops, their families, and their communities. And finding quiet desperation in the momarits when you need help the most. In raw, compassionate, and hard-learned detail, When the Radio went Silent tells you what it’s really like to wear the badge. Not only for police and first responders, but for anyone who’s ever shouldered great responsibility. buried a heavy secret, or struggled to find purpose after everything went quiet. Because when the radio went silent, your job is often just beginning. About the author Biography — James S. Wynecoop James S. Wynecoop began his public safety career in 1975 at the age of nineteen, becoming one of the youngest Tribal Police Officers on the Spokane Reservation. Those early years laid the foundation for a lifetime of service rooted in community, responsibility, and cultural heritage. In 1985, Wynecoop traveled north to Alaska’s North Slope, where he served as a Security Officer, Firefighter, and EMT in one of the most remote environments in the United States. Building on his experience, he founded Argus Security, a company that grew rapidly under his leadership—employing more than 500 security officers before being acquired in 1989. Returning to law enforcement in 1990, Wynecoop accepted the position of Police Captain for the community of La Push, Washington. He later continued his federal service as a Police Officer with the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, serving the North Idaho District and the Nez Perce Reservation until the position was eliminated by a reduction in force. In 1999, Wynecoop joined the Kalispel Tribe of Indians to establish security operations for the Tribe’s new casino. His leadership and vision propelled him into broader responsibility, and he was soon promoted to Executive Director of Public Safety. In this role, he oversaw the Police Department, Fire Department, and Emergency Medical Services, helping guide the growth of the Tribal community’s modern public safety system. After more than four decades in policing, security, fire, and emergency services, James S. Wynecoop retired in 2022—leaving behind a legacy of leadership, service, and commitment to Tribal communities across the Northwest and Alaska.

June 15, 202642 min

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Master Your Finances: Amber Duncan’s Debt-Free Strategies Unveiled

Master Your Finances: Amber Duncan’s Debt-Free Strategies Unveiled Reducemydebts.com About the Guest(s): Amber Duncan is the founder of Life After Debt, a company dedicated to helping individuals manage their debt and improve their financial situations. Following personal and professional hardship during the 2008 housing collapse, where both her and her husband, then mortgage brokers, declared bankruptcy, Amber was inspired to create solutions for those affected by unexpected financial crises. As “The Debt Coach,” she is recognized for her empathetic approach and educates consumers on navigating debt through negotiation and leveraging their rights. Her mission is to reduce financial stress and build debt-free paths for her clients. Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes Amber Duncan, founder of Life After Debt, for a conversation centered on debt management and financial empowerment. Having experienced financial collapse firsthand during the 2008 housing crisis, Amber offers a unique perspective and practical advice on managing debt and improving financial health. She emphasizes the importance of challenging financial norms, understanding the nuances of debt, and transforming one’s financial outlook through education and strategic actions. Amber Duncan discusses the frequent misconceptions surrounding taxes and debt, underscoring the notion that not every debt is inherently negative. During the episode, Amber also delves into how debt can sometimes be strategic, such as using low-interest loans for investments. She sheds light on prevalent issues like zombie debt and the significance of consumers knowing their rights. Through her work at Life After Debt, Amber encourages individuals facing financial challenges to seek help without shame or guilt, providing them with clarity and effective debt settlement strategies. Key Takeaways: * Financial challenges are often a result of unforeseen circumstances rather than poor financial management. Facing these challenges head-on with knowledge and support is crucial. * Not all debt is bad; understanding when and how to use debt strategically can lead to financial growth. * Consumers should always validate their debts and understand their rights, particularly with issues like zombie debt and debt collection harassment. * Filing taxes is legally required, but immediate payment is not; people should manage their tax obligations strategically. * A clarity call with a financial expert can significantly change one’s financial perspective and lead to effective debt resolutions. Notable Quotes: 1. “Not every debt is bad debt. It’s about knowing what to do with it, and when to have it, and when to get rid of it.” – Amber Duncan 2. “Everything in life is negotiable. And if that is the one message I want people to hear today, it’s that.” – Amber Duncan 3. “We have rights as consumers, and so if we activate those rights, and actually question and require things that we’re allowed to require, then at that point, guess what? We’re in the driver’s seat.” – Amber Duncan 4. “It’s that moment when I recognized that we have a universal problem right now, that we’re not extending help to those who are in situations they didn’t ask for.” – Amber Duncan 5. “People need to be educated that they can ask for things without feeling guilty. And they can fight things, and they can negotiate things.” – Amber Duncan

June 13, 20261 hr 24 min

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Life Lessons and Tales of Little MisFit: Book 1: Life Isn’t Always What It Seems by Dr. S K Grunin

Life Lessons and Tales of Little MisFit: Book 1: Life Isn’t Always What It Seems by Dr. S K Grunin https://www.amazon.com/Life-Lessons-Tales-Little-MisFit/dp/B0G63HGY6T Ivy Sue Klutz (Little MisFit – LMF) finds one of her first memories confusing. This is when she is three and a half years old and is at her sister Lynn’s birthday party. Their cousin, Janet, asks the partygoers to guess what Lynn’s birthday present is as the truck delivering the present is backing up to the front porch of their house. Unbeknown to LMF, Janet told the other kids not to really guess that it’s a bike. You guessed – LMF guesses that her sister is getting a bike for her 5th birthday present. But instead of everyone being happy that LMF guessed the right thing, everyone is mad at her and none more than her mother. LMF runs off to her soon-to-be baby brother’s bedroom and tries to hide behind his dresser, with her mother hot on her heels, yelling at her all the way. From this experience and many others through her 4th grade years in school, LMF learns the Life Lesson that Life Isn’t Always What It Seems. Many people growing up are often made to feel inadequate or not to fi t in in situations, as a former probation officer, executive/life coach and professor, Dr. Susan Grunin, learned through humor and working with others – particularly children and young adults, how to fit in those uncomfortable situations. She believes that it is important that children learn at a young age how to manage these issues and to use humor to build their own self-esteem. Thus, she created, Little MisFit, (LMF) a fictional character, who through humorous tales, shares life lessons that she learns as she is growing up. Through these stories, LMF describes how she learned to overcome many life challenges and accept who she is as a person. Furthermore, the tales allow adults to share their own tales without coming off “too preachy” and to be able to share their own life lessons with their children and/or grandchildren or other loved ones.

June 13, 202630 min

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – How we Raised Three Children to Become Exceptional Adults: With No Instruction Manual by Mr Les Duncan, Mrs Sharon Duncan

How we Raised Three Children to Become Exceptional Adults: With No Instruction Manual by Mr Les Duncan, Mrs Sharon Duncan https://www.amazon.com/Raised-Children-Become-Exceptional-Adults/dp/B0DZ6DLJKL You have brought your first child into the world, and your duty is to raise him or her to become a mature, independent, and exceptional adult – a daunting task. You search for an instruction manual but cannot find one, except feeble attempts full of psychological babble. Join Les and Sharon Duncan for practical, successful real-world experience in child rearing. Learn the importance of telling your children you love them and are proud of them – when someone asks you how your children are, seize the opportunity to brag. Discover why it is crucial to praise in public but critique them in private, always beginning on a positive. Ascertain the significance of a glowing and inviting smile, enabling children’s social growth by making new, lasting friends quicker. Hear why our children valued our efforts to acquaint them with different countries, customs, and traditions, preparing them for today’s Global Economy; plus, ways to achieve this without extensive travel. Discover why it is crucial to praise in public but critique in private, always beginning on a positive. Ascertain the significance of a glowing and inviting smile, which helps your child’ssocial development by enabling them to quickly make new, lasting friends. Hear why our children appreciated our efforts to acquaint them with different countries, customs, and traditions, preparing them for today’s Global Economy; plus, ways to achieve this without extensive travel. See how efforts making Special Occasions, a cause for celebrating. Comprehend Les and Sharon’s efforts to make Special Occasions SPECIAL, with festive decorations, music, family traditions, including a traditional meal, passed down for many generations. Learn how to celebrate profusely – there are no shortage of occasions to celebrate. Free of psychological babble, this book will guide you to be an outstanding parent, raising your children to become mature, independent, exceptional adults. Note: Les and Sharon sought their children’s input, asking each child, independently, to tell them how their parents behaved to guide them to become the exceptional adults they are. Their responses are melded into the book, complete with quotes and key parental behaviors.