Ep. 160 | Extreme Events: The 5-Step Framework Every Protector Needs | John Holschen

A mindset for peace, not paranoia, in life’s hardest moments.

23 hrs ago • 

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October 2025

What a 25-Year SWAT Veteran Learned About Control, Courage, and Christ

When the hardest battles aren’t fought on the street—but in the soul.

Oct 30 • 

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1:24:54

Ep. 158: Randy Watt, Special Forces Colonel on Discipline, Awareness, and True Strength

Lessons in strength, service, and self-awareness.

Oct 23 • 

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58:40

Defenders LIVE is Back — Here’s What’s Coming Next

Hey friends,

Oct 11 • 

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3:39

September 2025

What’s Next for Defenders LIVE

A first Tactical Games Skirmish, a heart-led project in motion, and new episodes coming soon.

Sep 15 • 

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August 2025

Defenders LIVE update

In case you were wondering...

Aug 12 • 

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2:28

July 2025

Ep. 157 | Hope Is Not a Plan: Train to Lead with Jim Shanahan

“Hope is not a course of action. Being deliberate is.” – Jim Shanahan

Jul 31 • 

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Honoring John Holschen + Corrected Episode 156 | Building Thinking Shooters: NeuroDrills & Real-World Skills

Training That Prepares You for Reality

Jul 24 • 

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Ep. 155 | Living with Deeper Conviction & Training with Purpose | Mike Kinsey, Gunset Training Group

Do you really know WHY you train?

Jul 17 • 

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Ep. 154 | This One Shift Could Save Your Life and Leadership | Matt Ware, The Shift Podcast

“Growth equals pain. And pain is the only path to purpose.” – Matt Ware

Jul 10 • 

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1:01:52

Ep. 153 | FBI Interrogator Reveals the Psychology of Chaos and Calm | Dr. T.C. Fuller

“The person who keeps their head in chaos is light years ahead.” Dr. T.C. Fuller

Jul 3 • 

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49:35

June 2025

Unseen to Unshakable: Lora Thorson on Faith, Change, and Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be

“I just wanted to feel comfortable in my own skin.” — Lora Thorson

Jun 26 • 

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