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Marc Polymeropoulos – Clarity in Crisis - Marc Polymeropoulos worked for 26 years at the CIA before retiring in July 2019 at the Senior Intelligence Service level. He was one of CIA's most highly decorated operations officers who served in multiple field assignments for the U.S. government. He specialized in counterterrorism, the Middle East and South Asia, including extensive time in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prior to his retirement, Marc served at CIA headquarters and was in charge of CIA's clandestine operations in Europe and Eurasia. He frequently comments on international events in the US media, including the Washington Post, The New York Times, GQ, Yahoo, CNN, and MSNBC, and is a contributor for the Washington Examiner. Get Marc's book Clarity in Crisis on Amazon at amzn.to/3liPMeK Part of what makes the Break It Down Show great is having a guy like Marc talk to a guy like Pete A Turner. How often to two actual field agents to get freestyle and exchange notes? Bonus points for the listeners that can pronoun

Thomas Colbert - Gary Poste, Zodiac Killer Update - Thomas Colbert's team called the Case Breakers has broken the Zodiac killer case. Over the last 50+ years the Zodiac Killer has tormented, eluded and mystified criminal investigators. Recently, the Break It Down Show broke the news that the Case Breakers had revealed that Gary Poste was the killer. We've spoken with Erik Kleinsmith and Jennifer Bucholtz in separate episodes covering the Case Breakers work. Today the leader of the group, Thomas Colbert joins Pete a Turner EXCLUSIVELY to discuss Zodiac one last time. Here's the team's website: thecasebreakers.org There at many questions...and we aim to as many as possible in this hour-long update. Since the Case Breakers last appeared discussing the evidence that identifies Poste as Zodiac...there's been even more information discovered firming up the case. Also, Tom will reveal the lengths Riverside PD has gone to avoid the truth. Eric Hunley is joining this episode as co-host! Please support the Break It Dow

Craig Johnson – Daughter of the Morning Star - Craig Johnson has written some of the most successful crime novels in the past 20 years. His series featuring the Sheriff Longmire has created a franchise series on Netflix. Craig's latest book is another from Absoroka County's resident tough hombre Sheriff Walt Longmire, and is titled Daughter of the Morning Star. Get his new book Daughter of the Morning Star on Amazon at: amzn.to/3rSoxdQ This is Craig's 2nd visit to the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner. Our guest co-host is Hunter Baker!!! Johnson and Baker are going to team up and help keep Pete's bit yap out of the show. Let's see how Hunter does. 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/8bq8J8BgPME Haiku Netflix-worthy stuff From our dear guest Craig Johnson Read, oh and hit play! ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL

Taylor Greiger - Hell or High Seas - Taylor Grieger is the captain of Skeleton Crew Sailing and a former Naval Rescue Swimmer. Taylor was born and raised all over Texas before spending 6 years in the U.S. Navy. After leaving the military, he struggled with the transition to civilian life and was diagnosed with PTSD. Taylor was eventually inspired by his own journey to launch the Skeleton Crew mission: to sail around Cape Horn in order to raise awareness about veteran suicide. Visit hellorhighseas.com for everything on the film Hell or High Seas (Invincible Entertainment) is the true story of a Navy veteran's struggle with PTSD after re-entering civilian life, and his quest to sail around Cape Horn to calm the storms within. Listen to the episode where Taylor, OL Pedro and guest host Randal Reeves talk about the film and other sailing-related stuff, we're sure you'll learn a lot. 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 di

Patrick Richardson – The State of Reporting - Patrick Richardson breaks news. Patrick has been a working journalist since 1992 at community papers across Kansas and for the last 10 years as an editor for newspapers in Southeast Kansas, Northeast Oklahoma, and Southwest Missouri. As a freelancer, he has also broken major stories for national outlets. He currently blogs at StoppingInFlyoverCountry.com and can be reached at: prichardson@stoppinginflyovercountry.com. He was born in Wichita, raised in Southwest Kansas and currently lives in extreme southeast Kansas, with his wife, two Great Danes, an English Bulldog and 10 grandchildren. Patrick is a buddy of Pete A Turner and we're glad to have him back for his 2nd visit to the Break It Down Show. You hit play here! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Patrick Richards

Joe Towne - The Performer's Mindset & The Better Podcast - Actor, producer & entrepreneur Joe Towne has launched a new podcast inspired by Towne's own acclaimed workshops for actors, executives and creatives, The Performer's Mindset, established in 2018. The show aims to inspire and encourage its listeners through honest conversations with leading experts across film, television, sports, science, and music on the road to success. The Better Podcast's first guest is Emmy award-winning host, producer, New York Times best-selling author and Pac-12 Networks host, Yogi Roth. Listen to the first episode here: theperformersmindset.com/podcasts The podcast's inaugural season will also feature longform conversations with Lino DiSalvo (FROZEN, PLAYMOBIL: THE MOVIE), author & Creative Catalyst for Nike, Kevin Carroll, The Webb Sisters, James Beard nominated author and renowned olive oil sommelier, Pamela Sheldon Johns and Anthony Sparks (NAACP award nominee & showrunner for OWN's QUEEN SUGAR). Additional

Jeff Gottesfeld – Twenty-One Steps - Jeff Gottesfeld is an acclaimed writer whose work has won awards from the American Library Association, the Writers Guild of America, and the National Council for the Social Studies. He has previously written for adult, teen, middle-grade, and picture book audiences. Jeff's new book describes how with every step the Tomb Guards pay homage to America's fallen. Young readers can discover their story, and that of the unknown soldiers they honor, through resonant words and illustrations. Get Jeff's book Twenty-One Steps on Amazon at: amzn.to/3E681hJ Pete A Turner and the Break It Down Show celebrate Veteran's day with a truly special guest...and honor 100 years of the Unkown Soldier. Jeff will be speaking throughout the nation in support of this book. This is Jeff Gottesfeld's first appearance on the show. 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 li

James Rosebush – Reagan Staff Member on US Affairs - James Rosebush a senior Reagan staff member checks in with Pete A Turner on the Break It Down Show. James and Pete are going to discuss the current state of affairs in the US, whether its regionally, nationally or around the globe. James' experience working with the 40th president and many subsequent administrations makes in a marvelous resource that links the top level of the government to the ground truth where OL Pedro plays. This is the 3rd visit for James on the Break It Down Show, so enjoy the episode! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku He's a third-timer His selfless wisdom sharing Always welcome here ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE James Rosebush youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Mike Guardia youtu.be/33OR7ySeieM Join us in supporting Save th

Steven Kirkbride, Lil Boss Steven - Benicia Boy Rapper - Steven Kirkbride "Lil Boss Steven" is an independent Bay Area artist that is trying to keep the craft alive. He believes that one should study the roots of hip hop because there were strict Traditions to make an MC considered dope. A lot of these carry over from poetic and literary devices. AFTER ALL HIP HOP IS POETRY OVER A BEAT. For more on Lil Boss Steven head to: linktr.ee/LilBossSteven "There is something powerful to this"… Being human is to encompass all human emotions which include anger, animosity and pain. I believe if we do not have a proper outlet to put these aggressive emotions into something that can have a positive effect, Instead of being self destructive, says LBS… Hit play for other gems from LBS! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Hey Lil

Simon Morley - By Any Other Name - Simon is a busy fella with many talents. He is a British artist and art historian. He is the author of several books and catalogue essays on modern and contemporary art, and his art reviews and essays have been published in numerous magazines and journals, including the TLS, Modern Painters, Tate Magazine, the Independent on Sunday, World Art and Third Text. Available via Pre-Sale on Amazon at amzn.to/3nbAIzM This is Simon Morley's first visit to the Break It Down Show. He joins us to discuss his new book, "By Any Other Name; A Cultural History of the Rose. So if you love roses, definitely hit play on this ep, and even if you don't… You may start loving them. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Simon Morley, yall Artist, historian, Brit Rose-related ep! ​Similar episodes: Erik Kl

Todd Bensman – Ukraine War Hits the US Border – Todd Bensman is an expert in immigration, and in particular how to circumvent the US's reckless approach to immigration policy. Todd is a Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. This is Todd's second visit with Pete A Turner on the Break It Down Show. Get Todd's incredible book America's Covert Border War at Amazon amzn.to/3JzocDg Todd returns to the Break It Down Show to discuss his most recent article discussing the influx of Ukrainians at the southern US border. As tensions rose between Ukraine and Russia in early 2022, Ukrainians began to flee their homeland and head to other countries. The US has seen a significant increase of refugees at the San Ysidro port of entry. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Our guest Todd Bensman On th

Mike Guardia – The Combat Diaries of World War II – Mike Guardia writes military themed books that cover history, biographies and a variety of other subjects in the genre. The Combat Diaries tells stories, mostly untold, of the people who actually performed the operation and battles. From Normandy to Iwo Jima. True tales of combat…on land, sea, and air. Get his book The Combat Diaries of WW II on Amazon at: amzn.to/3xb11LX Members of the Greatest Generation are leaving us at the rate of several hundred per day. Indeed, the youngest World War II veterans are now in their nineties. The Combat Diaries is a testament to their enduring legacy. Mike has been a guest numerous times on the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner, 'cause he's a book machine. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Mike the book machine True tale

Juan Escovedo - Debut Album, Legendary Family, Percussion Maestro - Juan Escovedo is a musicians musician. He comes from the first family of percussion and he's played with the best of the best. His touring and recording credits include Prince, Herbie Hancock, Lionel Richie, Raphael Saadiq, and of course the E Family and his own projects The Juan Escovedo Orchestra, Seven Days, and The Funky Latin Orchestra. Get everything about Juan at: juanescovedo.com/ But in the midst of such a prolific career as an accompanist, Juan has waited until now to release his debut solo album. This is Juan's 3 visit to the Break It Down Show, Pete A Turner and Jon Leon Guerrero have also interviewed Moms and Pops Escovedo. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku He's played with the best And waited for the right time Enjoy his album! ​Si

Kyle Mills - Vince Flynn, Enemy at the Gates - Enemy at the Gates is Kyle Mills' latest book. Kyle is a force in the action/thriller genre. Mills is a NY Times #1 Bestselling author. Take a look at your grocery store book rack...Kyle's work is there. Get all of Kyle Mills' books at kylemills.com In his latest Vince Flynn novel, Kyle writes: In the last few years, my crystal ball has been working overtime. Lethal Agent, a story about a weaponized coronavirus, was released shortly before the COVID-19 outbreak. A year later, Total Power's dire warnings about the vulnerability of America's power infrastructure were confirmed by the collapse of the Texas grid. Fans have been asking me what I'm writing about next so they can be prepared in case it blows up in the headlines again. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Auth

Finlay Cowan – Album Covers for Muse, Pink Floyd, etc - Finlay Cowan is an artist whose work we all recognize. Even if you've managed to not see a Pink Floyd or Muse album cover...there are dozens of other projects that establish Finlay as one of the most important artist of the past 50 years. Check out Finlay's work at: krop.com/finlaycowan/ Finlay comes to Pete A Turner and the Break It Down Show by way of our man Wes Maebe. Wes is obviously a huge part of the show...but so is Jon Klein. Jon has spent decades creating dreams for their clients. Let's sit back and enjoy... 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku The past 50 years Album covers for the best What artist he is! ​Similar episodes: Ryan Hellquist youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE Mike Waltz youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Janeshia A. Ginyard youtu.be/33OR7ySeieM Join us in support

Ryan Hellquist – Staying Alive, Weapons and Movies -The recent tragedy on the set of Rust left one crew member dead, another wounded and many lives permanently damaged. When Alec Baldwin pulled that trigger, the questions and accusations flew. For many of us, this is this tragedy took us back the the set of the Crow and the tragic death of Brandon Lee. Was this preventable? Is this a homicide? Who is at fault. Pete A Turner and the Break It Down Show deliver actor Ryan Hellquist to discuss the steps taken to keep a set safe. When someone hands an actor a gun...what steps are the standard to prevent these incidents? We'll get to all of it in this BIDS episode. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Movie sets are cool Unless a gun's packing heat Keep movie sets safe ​Similar episodes: Ryan Hellquist youtu.be/2BTLSL7sF

Mike Waltz – FL 6 and Mary McLeod Bethune - US Representative to Congress Mike Waltz returns to the Break It Down Show. We've examined, for years, the Afghanistan fight...now that the US has lost and the Biden administration has botched the withdrawal...we're talking to former Green Beret turned legislator Waltz to help us understand what congress is doing to hold folks accountable. It's one thing to have members of Congress speaking about military affairs and responsibilities with limited knowledge of what it takes to organize and deploy a fighting force...it's a whole different thing when you've got a brilliant, SOF warrior who's career accolades includes diplomat. It's Mike's 3rd visit to the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner, so enjoy the episode! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Former Green Beret Visi

Jan Neumann – FSB Agent Escapes & Comes to America - Jan and Victorya Neumann were trained spies working in the FSB. The FSB is a successor to the KGB of old. As things spiraled up, Jan began to put the pieces together...he knew too much. They get got word, he was a marked man and death was on the way. Jan and Victorya grabbed their things, made an escape plan worthy of any spy movie and worked their way out of danger. Their story is incredible...but it's true. A real life spy film played out across international borders, and it's told by Pete A Turner here on the Break It Down Show. 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku Spy movies are cool Real life's another thing He lives, he's our guest! ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE Perttu Polonen youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Janeshia A. Ginyard youtu.be/3

Bianca & Chiara D'Ambrosio – Twins Leading the Way - Since their break-out role as Summer Newman on "The Young and the Restless" (CBS), the girls have been featured in several commercials and popular music videos including Bon Jovi's "What Do You Got." They have also appeared together and individually on various television shows and feature films, including NBC's "Parks and Recreation," Nickelodeon's "Nicky, Ricky, Dicky, and Dawn," "See Dad Run," and "Game Shakers, Disney's "The Savages" (pilot), CBS's "Criminal Minds," FX's "Legit," Comedy Central's "The Jeselnik Offensive," and TNT's "The Closer". Learn more about the twins at: dambrosiotwins.com Pete, even though he's AKA OL' Pedro, knows how to engage with people of every age. So enjoy the youthful energy that Bianca and Chiara bring to Break it Down Show! 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 episo

Lisa Gable – Turnaround - Lisa is recognized worldwide as a turnaround mastermind and innovative businesswoman. For more than 30 years, she has been called to turnaround failing organizations—businesses, teams, nonprofits, political campaigns, and government projects—and solve seemingly intractable problems. Get more on Lisa at: lisagable.com/ Get Lisa's book on Amazon at: amzn.to/3bJTSLi This is Lisa's first appearance on the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner. Also, this is Todd Hester's first appearance on the Break It Down Show as a cohost. And this is Pete's 1089th time of making a fun show! 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/Iqk8n2N-0dg Haiku She's a mastermind Turning around businesses So why not yours too? ​Similar episodes: Erik Kleinsmith youtu.be/2BTLSL7sFhE Perttu Polonen youtu.be/inY3g3NAUe8 Janeshia A. Ginyard you