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Mark Sullivan - The Last Green Valley - Mark Sullivan has authored lots and LOTS of books. He and Pete A Turner sit down and talk about his process, how growth and the latest book called, "The Last Green Valley". Get the last Green Valley on Amazon amzn.to/2PEMcyX Mark's book tells the tale of the Martel's, a Ukrainian family who lives on the edge of survival in Stalinist Russia. Then things get worse and the Nazis stand between them and a new life. World War II books aren't just about tanks and paratroopers...this time it's about family. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/2wxS9iFp2Mc Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku The Last Green Valley The Martels flee the Nazis Will the escape work?​​ Similar episodes: Glenn Zeitz - youtu.be/5Ww5bsw4YVM Henry Langrehr & Jim DeFelice - youtu.be/HRNVTD1PsjY Graham Hurley - youtu.be/F6FuMNMHKOc Join us in supporting S

Xander Bullock – The War Booty of the Taliban - COL Xander Bullock is a US Army officer who has served with the 101st Airborne Division, the 1st Infantry Division, I Corps HQ plans, MNC-I Plans and CFC-A Plans. COL Xander Bullock is a veteran of Bosnia/Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan and has been in service since 93. He is an active duty Colonel serving Brigade Command for the Corps of Engineers at the Seattle District. Xander Bullock joins us to discuss the process of determining what equipment is left in places like Afghanistan or Iraq. We've all seen the memes about the materiel captured by the Taliban as they take over US positions. If there's a guy that can explain how this stuff work, it's Xander. Read his bio...if you can't translate it...dude knows his stuff. Nice get Pete A Turner. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/GYC79EE

Erik Kleinsmith - DB Cooper, Hoffa, Zodiac, Cracking the Coldest Cases - Erik Kleinsmith Erik has authored books on intelligence analysis, found the 9/11 hijackers BEFORE 9/11, helped solve the DB Cooper case...and a lot more. Erik used to be Pete A Turner's commander in Bosnia when they were in the might 165th MI Bn. You'd imagine that commanding a company of spies would be the pinnacle of one's career, but that's just the beginning... Erik returns to the Break It Down Show. It's always a good time when we get to hear from him. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/_xObcxuacW8 ​Haiku Commanding the spies Just the tip of the iceberg Coop', Hoff', Zodiac!!! Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith - youtu.be/dL8Amy88504 Tom Colbert - youtu.be/d4KITBBnX0U Jennifer Bucholtz - youtu.be/3EnGhc6NEYI Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we batt

Kate Linder - Young and the Restless - Kate Linder was cast as Esther Valentine on The Young and the Restless over 38 years ago. She remains a key member of the top-rated daytime drama's cast. In 2008, Linder received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Linder was elected to two terms as the Television Academy's Governor of Daytime Programming Peer Group and was elected to multiple terms as a SAG-AFTRA board member. Get more on Kate's like, work and charitable focus katelinder.com She enjoys the best of both worlds — on the air and in the air. "Acting is my life and my creative satisfaction," says Linder. She never quit her pre-Y&R weekend job as a United Airlines flight attendant because it keeps her grounded. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/jjrCxnZe3Fg ​Haiku Esther Valentine 38 years, still counting Who can brag like t

Alex Vindman – Here, Right Matters - Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Alex Vindman came to the nation's attention during the first impeachment of President Donald Trump. LTC Vindman didn't think what he heard in the President's call to Ukrainian President Zelenksy was appropriate. Feeling compelled to act, Vindman reported what he heard...Alex's testimony proved one of the critical bits of testimony in the trial. Get Alex's book Here, Right Matters on Amazon at amzn.to/3m8Mhaj Long before the phone call, or LTC Vindman's report...partisan goals poisoned the US's government. Each party playing an ever increasingly dangerous game. Consuming people like Christine Blassey Ford and others as truncheons to attack the other party. When someone tries to do the right thing...ultimately sacrificing their career to stand up and identifying a wrong...does it matter if political parties control the truth? Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you i

Tracy McLaughlin & Joe Juliani - Real Estate Rescue - Dream Homes - Tracy McLaughlin and Joe Juliani are realtors who work on high-end properties. Their approaches are different, but the results incredible. Tracy runs "The Agency" a nationally recognized realtor who focuses on properties in Marin. Get more info on Tracy and The Agency at theagencyre.com Joe Juliani works out of Newport Beach/Orange County CA. Get more on Joe's work, and agency at joejuliani.com/ Pete and Jon talk with Joe and Tracy about working in a glamorous field, location and lifestyle, how accurate are the realtor TV shows, the situation on the market, baby boomers and their millennial children regarding buying homes and other realter talk. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/sAWkc_2AVZs ​Haiku Buying a dream home No small feat, that is for sure Come to th

John Green - Rescuing Afghans From/To America - John Green returns to the Break It Down Show to talk about the efforts to save Afghan partners that supported the US over the last 20 years. We've seen stories about the massive airlift made to move 10s of thousands of people...but there are also thousands of Americans working behind the scenes, with, through and, in some cases, in spite of the bureaucracy to get Afghans out of the country. For more on John and Will's efforts at Tarjoman Relief, head to tarjoman.org Will Felder joins the episode, he's a West Point grad and veteran of multiple Afghan deployments. He and John founded the Tarjoman Relief org in an effort to save the lives of Afghans trapped in Afghanistan. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/2ZyWfdW All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/IXMfAvAaBgc ​Haiku Tarjoman Relief John and Will don't forget them Got to save t

Nico Marcolongo – Challenged Athletes Foundation - Nico joined CAF in the spring of 2008 after 14 years of service as a United States Marine Corps Officer. He is a veteran of the Iraq conflict and brings with him over 8 years of fundraising and event experience to benefit challenged military athletes. Nico is dedicated to supporting the rehabilitative needs of our troops and will lead CAF's effort to mentor and provide post-rehabilitation support to American service members who have suffered permanent physical injuries in recent conflicts. Support the CAF at: challengedathletes.org Take a look at Buddy Bowl at buddybowl.org Nico Marcolongo joins Pete A Turner and INTRODUCING life-long friend Kent Higginbotham as cohost. The trio talks about what was Nico like as a youngster, understanding the government, some more on the current politics, the Challenged Athletes Foundation and mucho màs. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/nAKUDmm4BSI Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly

Joe Posnanski - The Baseball 100 - Joe Posnanski has been named Sportswriter of the year by 5 different organizations. He's widely recognized as the best sportswriter of his generation. His latest book is a history called Baseball 100. Joe has worked on this project for years, slowly evolving it and crafting into it's current form. An 808 page opus of biographical baseball essays. Get Baseball 100 on Amazon amzn.to/3BhxBfI If you've got a baseball lover in the house, this book is an easy win...Joe is masterful in his lay down...thorough in his history and provocative in his numbering. Pete A Turner and Dan McLaughlin cohost this romp through 100 of the greatest players in history. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/_5BpCKG_EO8 Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​​Haiku Baseball 100 Joe's History of the Game Oscar lurks at FIVE ​Similar episodes: Rob Neyer - youtu.

Johnny Walker - An American Hero - Johnny was born and raised in Iraq. When the US invaded Iraq, Johnny, who loved America started working as an interpreter with the US forces. Johnny worked with the MPs, then he was discovered by the SEALs for his true purpose in life. During a break between SEAL rotations, Pete A Turner was given Johnny Walker to use as an interpreter. Much of what they did still cannot be discussed openly...but damn there were some adventures. Get Johnny's incredible book "Code Name Johnny Walker" amzn.to/3qhXx5M Johnny is a legend, a hero and now a grandpa. It's simple, he is an incredible American. If you don't know his story...get ready because you aren't going to believe it. We sure do love him...and we're proud to welcome him back to the BIDS. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/Z7Z5RPjVVXQ Haiku Interprete

Chris Thomas King – Angola New Album, George Floyd Murder - Chris Thomas King is the son of blues musician Tabby Thomas. He has won awards including "Album of the Year" for both Grammy Award and Country Music Awards. King has sold more than 10 million records in the United States. Listen to Chris' new album Angola on Spotify at: spoti.fi/3p2RjIA Chris is back on the Break It Down Show again. This time, we're discussing his powerful new album, Angola. Pete A Turner and introducing Ryan Sullivan as Cohost. Chris was moved by the murder of George Floyd and did what he does best, he started recording, singing, and playing music. What came out are 10 powerful tracks that hold this time in the US forever. For the live version of this episode head to https://youtu.be/dyFUseb8YQY Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​​Haiku When George Floyd happened One can't be ambivalent Chris had to creat

The Honorable Lewis Owens – Del Rio Texas, US-Mexico Border - Del Rio Texas sits on the US/Mexico border 400 miles from El Paso, Dallas and Houston. The Honorable Lewis Owens is charged with handling this international focal point for human trafficking, drug smuggling, crime and immigration. Host Pete A Turner has been traveling along the border examining the Ground Truth to bring some honest coverage to the continued failure of US Immigration policies. Our guest, the Honorable Lewis Owens is constantly in the news as he and the Sheriff work to address the city/county needs as the crisis continues. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/yTrmpmU6JaU Haiku US-Mexico Holding borders ain't simple What is the right way? Similar episodes: Xander Bullock youtu.be/GYC79EEboFs John Green youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Pete A Turner youtu.be/MbC0SgQMoFk

Erik Kleinsmith - The Zodiac is Gary Francis Poste. That's the claim of the Case Breakers a team of retired investigators, analysts and reporters. Erik runs the intelligence aspect of the team. On previous cases, the Case Breakers cracked the DB Cooper case pegging Robert Rackstraw as the target. With one of the most famous cold cases solved...the team moved on to the Zodiac. Fellow Case Breaker, and Break It Down Show alum Jen Bucholtz had a walk in...and that lucky break...the Zodiac case's time began to disappear. The evidence is in the show...what a fantastic episodes. Hat Tip to Pete A Turner for getting us the scoop. NOBODY...beat the Break It Down Show to the story We've been on it for months and we pounced when the team was ready. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/K5D-TmbgvA8 ​ Haiku He wrote the letters Taunting the pres

Michael Kurn – Desire Dream Vision - Southampton born a bred TV presenter and broadcaster Michael Kurn has so far had a career that has taken him across the globe. From major sporting events including the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and FIH Hockey World Cup, to working with national and international broadcasters including the Star Sports (India), Super Sport (Africa), Mola TV (Indonesia), BBC and Talk Sport. Get Michael's book Desire Dream Vision: Three Words that will Change Your Life amzn.to/3uQo5Mv Michael is a first-timer on the BIDS, where we talk about his work and passion - he's also an author with his last book being "Life Of A Saint" released in March 2020, and is also the founder of Desire Dream Vision. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/K5D-TmbgvA8 ​Haiku Kurn, it rhymes with burn And his Desire does burn Got Dream, Vision

Michelle Danner - Michelle Danner Acting Studio - The passion and commitment are the hallmarks of the career of filmmaker, acting coach, and performer Michelle Danner, for decades one of the industry's most respected and successful teachers, and now a successful director who continues to grow and expand her creative universe, hoping to set an example for her students and peers. For more on Michelle Danner michelledanner.com "The important thing is to keep growing as an artist, to keep raising the bar for yourself," explains Danner. "In order to be passionate, you have to keep expanding, you have to keep growing, you have to keep pushing yourself." Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/H-qb-KAMIIE Haiku We can learn a thing From such passionate people She expands her views Similar episodes: Benjamin Madrid - youtu.be/5gw0aECYQeQ Alexa

Ryan Curtis – Director, Warrior, Oscar Mike - Ryan Curtis attended Fitchburg State University (UMASS) on a basketball scholarship, Ryan studied Broadcast Journalism and Theater. In 2001, Ryan joined the US ARMY. Following his service, Ryan chased his dreams of storytelling to Los Angeles to become a director. Since his plunge into the industry, Ryan has directed original content and spots for clients such as NIKE, Evan Williams, Audi, Under Armour, Stephen Curry, ABC and long time client Oprah. Get more about Ryan and his projects at: ryancurtis.us Working closely with the non-profit, Veterans in Media and Entertainment; Ryan works to transition Veterans from their military service to the entertainment industry. By flipping the Veteran narrative of PTSD and negativity on its head, Ryan makes a point of emphasis to advocate Veteran successes, positivity and grooming tomorrow's leaders and tastemakers. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the mo

Michael Shevack – How to follow your Yellow Brick Road - The author/co-author of 6 books, Michael Shevack has taught Spirituality and Comparative Religion in the School of Social Welfare, State University of New York (Stony Book), as well as Business Spirituality at the Iacocca Center for Global Entrepreneurship at Lehigh University. His column in Business Spirituality appeared in Success magazine. An ordained rabbi, who has worked with the world's religions for over two decades, Shevack is currently the Social Responsibility Advisor for the Patton Alliance. Get his latest book How to Follow Your Yellow Brick Road on Amazon: amzn.to/2XZRbOF Our erudite guest Michael talks with Pete about society, democracy, the US and its heritage, economy, religion and God, the whole thing. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/k1De7DI7wb0 ​Haiku An

Hank Garrett – Harlem Hoodlum to Hollywood Heavyweight - Hank Garrett is an actor and that's probably the most boring thing about him. He grew up in Harlem in the 30's and 40's. With no money, he took to the street to make ends meet and survive. Throughout the decades, he's been a thug, a cop, an actor, a PROFESSIONAL Wrestler?....wow. Get his book Harlem Hoodlum to Hollywood Heavyweight on Amazon at: amzn.to/3i29UQx This is a great episode because you can talk about anything with such an experienced man who has lived several lives packed into one. he's seen done and met everyone...from Sammy Davis Jr to Elvis Presley. He's taken Audrey Hepburn on dates, punched Robert Redford in the nose and has starred in over 80 different shows and movies. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/QC2oj2UWHs0 ​Haiku He's ninety years old Though, by ex

Malcolm Joseph - I Am a Bass Player - Malcolm Joseph is a bass player who teaches, plays sessions and has his own band. Malcolm has evolved through over 40 years in the music industry. He's tasted stardom with his band 7th-Heaven in the 80s and is Grace Jones' prime bass player. You know we love bass players on BIDS. Malcolm brings an international flair that we know everyone will enjoy. BTW Malcolm comes to us via Aaron Casserly Stewart and Matt Hoy. We can't wait to get the groove. For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/VYwntWRB8o0 Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​​Haiku A bass has four strings He's played it for four decades Here is for four more! ​Similar episodes: Aaron Casserly Stewart - youtu.be/i0PwsgUde4A Dilan Jay - youtu.be/YWgdnIFIdMM Michale Graves - youtu.be/9ZBDGLdGfS4 Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we battle PTSD. www.savethebrave.org Execu

Jason Kasper – Enemies of My Country - Jason Kasper enlisted in the US Army in June 2001. His first assignment was as a Ranger private, where he conducted operations in Afghanistan and Iraq before attending West Point. Jason then served as an Airborne Infantry and Special Forces officer, deploying multiple times to Afghanistan and Africa. His books are born from actual experience in faraway lands, doing the hard things that only the finest warriors are capable of doing. Get all of Jason's book at jason-kasper.com During his off-duty time he began running marathons and ultramarathons, skydiving, BASE jumping, and writing fiction. His last Army assignment was as a Green Beret team commander. Upon returning from his final deployment in 2016, Jason began his second career as an author with the publication of his debut novel, Greatest Enemy. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show bit.ly/3pPkrjr All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the live