Noggin Notes aims to educate and enrich your noggin about mental illness and wellness. Conversations range from factual and data-based to theoretical and idea-based. We welcome your input at info@nogginnotes.com or info@zephyrwellness.org. Noggin Notes is not intended as a substitute for professional counseling but we really do hope you can adopt and use some of what we share in order to improve your own life and to seek peace and wellness every day.
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie is a aims to entertain and educate people who are into firearms. However, not everything is firearm related. We may talk music or politics or whatever may come up during a conversation between the driver and the passenger.
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Faith Ventures is about telling stories of Christians doing business for the glory of God. The virtue of market-driven work that serves other people is part of God’s design, and thus we should care about the principles of individual liberty that make that possible. This podcast inspires listeners to realize how their faith in Jesus affects everything around us, including our work in the marketplace.
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Podcast Episode: Faith, Freedom, and Mental Health: Dr. Norman Horn on the Power of Spirituality and Personal Growth
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In this uplifting episode of Noggin Notes, Jake welcomes Dr. Norman Horn, founder of the Libertarian Christian Institute, to discuss the profound connection between spirituality, personal freedom, and mental health. With a background in engineering, theology, and advocacy, Dr. Horn offers a unique perspective on how embracing faith and liberty can …
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #216 Mark Keefe NRA Managing Director of Editorial & Public Affairs Like everyone who has read any of the NRA’s magazines or watched American Rifleman, or even seen some shows on The Outdoor Channel or The History Channel, I’ve seen Mark Keefe for years. Emails between the NRA staff and me while setting up the show with …
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Ep. 32: Godly Management, with Ryan Patierno
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Faith Ventures welcomes Ryan Paterno, Vice President of Facilities at EOS Fitness, to unpack what it means to be a manager led by the spirit of God. Ryan brings a remarkable blend of career experience and faith-based leadership to the table. From his beginnings in retail and property management to his current role overseeing operations at one of th…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #215 Keith Barry (KB) 51Fifty Rifles/Optimum At the NRA Annual Meeting, I got a message from Frank Johnson to meet him at the 51Fifty/Optimum booth. I was asked to be on Frank’s show Range Report earlier in the year, so I wanted to meet him in person. At the 51Fifty booth was Keith Berry (KB). I was very impressed at how…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #214 News2A Shawn Abramson & Grant Kielczewski Last year, I filmed a show with Shawn and Grant from News2A. Due to camera issues, we decided to scrap it and do it another time. That time was in Knoxville, Tenn, at the Gun Owners of America’s G.O.A.L.s event. Since we first tried this, Grant up and moved from New Jersey t…
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Ep. 31: Technology and Prayer, with Matthew Potter
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Faith Ventures welcomes Matthew Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, to explore the intersection of faith, technology, and entrepreneurship. They delve into the intricate journey behind the seemingly "overnight success" of Pray.com, which took nearly eight years to materialize, and how unconventional beginnings and innovative approaches fueled its growt…
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Ep. 30: Seek Out Good Counsel, with Jake Wiskerchen
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Faith Ventures welcomes Jake Wiskerchen, professional counselor and entrepreneur helping others in the realms of mental health and emotional well-being. This episode dives deep into Jake's thought-provoking insights on the crucial role of core emotions in our lives, the power of vulnerability, and the significance of authentic connections within a …
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #213 Doug Hamlin NRA, Executive Vice President It’s not everyday you get to interview the Executive Vice President of the National Rifle Association, let alone take him for a drive around Fairfax. But when the chance comes up, you take it. I owe a huge Thank You to Amanda Suffecool for making the connection. It’s pretty …
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Podcast Episode: Supporting Parents and Families Through Rapid-Onset Gender Dysphoria: Insights from Therapist Stephanie Winn
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In this compelling episode of Noggin Notes, Jake sits down with Stephanie Winn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, consultant, and host of the podcast You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist. Stephanie is also the creator of the ROGD Repair Course and Community for Parents, a vital resource for families navigating Rapid-Onset Gender Dysphoria (RO…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #212 Irv Gill Blackbelt Ammunition I love it when a plan comes together. I was heading to New Jersey and it was a vacation week, so I had some extra time. I’d been in contact with Irv Gill from Blackbelt Ammunition and we were able to meet at Tanner’s Sports Center in Jamison, Pa. I met Nayara Andrejczyk there last year …
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Podcast Episode: Reproductive Mental Health: A Conversation with Robin Atkins on Care and Compassion
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In this episode of Noggin Notes, Jake is joined by Robin Atkins, a licensed professional counselor and reproductive mental health expert at the Charlotte Lozier Institute, to explore the intersection of reproductive health and mental well-being. Robin brings her deep expertise in helping individuals and families navigate the emotional challenges ti…
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Podcast Episode: Engineering Empathy: Chuck Pezeshki on Building Connections and Emotional Intelligence
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In this thought-provoking episode of Noggin Notes, Jake welcomes Chuck Pezeshki, founder of Empathy Guru and a professor of mechanical engineering, to explore the transformative power of empathy in both personal and professional spheres. Chuck has dedicated his career to understanding how empathy works as a tool for deeper connection, improved ment…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #211 Dick Heller Heller v DC Back in 2018, I was heading to hear some friends speak at the Heller 10 Celebration hosted by Second Amendment Institute. I got a call from one of my friends and she said “we’re going to Heller’s house”. I wondered “who’s we? Is it her? Am I part of we?”. She called back and I got to go hang …
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Podcast Episode: Challenging Narratives: Lisabeth Lange on Mental Health and Unconventional Thinking
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In this insightful episode of Noggin Notes, Jake sits down with Lisabeth Lange to explore her bold perspectives on mental health, societal issues, and personal empowerment. Lisabeth also shares her journey as the author of The Luminescence Manual, a guide to healing and transformation through self-awareness and unconventional thinking. Throughout t…
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Podcast Episode: From Kids to Kings: Devin Perkins on Youth Empowerment
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In this inspiring episode of Noggin Notes, Jake sits down with Devin Perkins, a passionate 2A activist originally from Virginia, who is making a significant impact through his work with youth and community outreach. As the founder of the Kids To Kings Outreach Program, Devin is dedicated to empowering the next generation by equipping them with esse…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #210 Don Mann SEAL Team 1, 2, & 6, Author It’s great when someone calls you and says “Hey, Don Mann is looking to do some media. Can I give him your contact info?”. The answer is “of course”. Thanks to Rich Yumul from Gun Owners Radio for reaching out. I called Don and talked with him. I had some time off from work and i…
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Podcast Episode: Bridging the Gap: Mike Sodini on Guns, Mental Health, and Walk The Talk America
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In this powerful episode of Noggin Notes, Jake welcomes back Mike Sodini, a 3rd generation firearm industry professional and the driving force behind Walk The Talk America (WTTA). Mike and Jake delve into the crucial work they've accomplished together, focusing on bridging the gap between the firearm community and mental health advocacy. With his u…
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Podcast Episode: Breaking the Silence with Andrew Hartz on Self-Censorship
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In this compelling episode of Noggin Notes, Jake sits down with Andrew Hartz, a practicing clinical psychologist and the founder of a prominent therapy institute, to explore the pressing issue of self-censorship within the mental health industry. Andrew brings a wealth of experience from his clinical practice, academic roles, and his work as a Writ…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #209 Mike Harris Gun Owners Action League, Director of Public Policy A couple years ago, I got a call from Jim Wallace from Gun Owners Action League (GOAL). He was sending out a couple of the GOAL staff to Gun Rights Policy Conference. He asked if I would introduce them to folks. Not a problem. One of the staff was Mike …
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Podcast Episode: Harnessing Nervous Energy: Dr. Chloe Carmichael on Anxiety and Personal Growth
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In this insightful episode of Noggin Notes, Jake is joined by Dr. Chloe Carmichael, a clinical psychologist and USA Today bestselling author who graduated Phi Beta Kappa summa cum laude from Columbia University, earning a BA in Psychology with departmental honors. She holds a Masters and Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Long Isla…
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Podcast Episode: Lighting the Path: Georgia Vanderville on Leadership, Mental Health, and Transforming Lives
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In this enlightening episode of Noggin Notes, Jake welcomes Georgia Vanderville, who is an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and TEDx Speaker renowned for her international work with youth and the Women Owned Small Business community. Named one of the Most Influential Women of the Sierra Nevadas, she chairs NevadaWorks, representing …
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RSWC #208 Lucretia Hughes Klucken
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #208 Lucretia Hughes Klucken This is a name you want to know. And a person you want to follow. I learned about her with the Women for Gun Rights group. I saw her testify in front of Congress. She lost her son to gang violence but she didn’t turn into an anti-gun red shirt. She donned the teal and knew that it wasn’t a gu…
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RSWC 207 Jake Wiskerchen
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Ep. 29: "One More Faithful Step," with Kyle Scott
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Faith Ventures welcomes content creator, video producer, and entrepreneur Kyle Scott. Kyle reflects on his inspiring career journey, starting from his days as a sports anchor to transitioning into independent video production driven by his passion for excellent storytelling. Kyle dives deep into the importance of pre-planning and beginning with the…
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Unlocking the Best Therapy: Dr. Patrick Lockwood on Mental Health and Recovery
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In this enlightening episode of the Noggin Notes Podcast, Jake welcomes Dr. Patrick Lockwood, a seasoned psychologist and addiction recovery expert. Join us as they delve into various types of therapy, discuss what makes a therapy effective, and explore the critical importance of mental health. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that prom…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #206 Joe Meaux Aklys Defense There has only been one other time when someone has driven the stagecoach and I was in the shotgun seat. That was episode #039 with Kevin Sona from Florida Carry. This time Joe Meaux because he had “sensitive materials” in the car and I wouldn’t know what to tell the police if we were pulled …
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RSWC #205 Rabbi Andy Mars
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #205 Rabbi Andy Mars I was asked to emcee an event in New Jersey for the Coalition of New Jersey Firearm Owners and Women for Gun Rights. The lineup of speakers was great! Gabby Franco (RSWC #117), Lucretia Hughes & Dick Heller (episodes coming soon), and Rabbi Andy Mars. He’s a great speaker with lots of thought provoki…
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Podcast Episode: Transforming Lives: Adam Coleman's Inspiring Journey to Christ
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In this compelling episode of the Noggin Notes Podcast, host Jake sits down with the remarkable Adam Coleman to explore his transformative journey to Christ followership. Known for his impactful works such as Wrongspeak and Black Victim and Black Victor, Adam shares intimate insights into his spiritual awakening and how his faith has shaped his wor…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #204 Deb Ferns Women’s Outdoor Media Association The “Olympic Rings” of the gun community are alive and well. At SHOT Show 2024, I was supposed to help Brooke Cheney (RSWC #075) film some video with Deb Ferns. Brooke was able to talk Deb into filming an RSWC with me. But I failed Brooke and got very busy and couldn’t hel…
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Ep. 28: "Never Skip Any Steps," with Nathan Newton
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Faith Ventures welcomes Nathan Newton, president of Brian's Masterpiece in Las Vegas. In this episode, Nathan shares his journey from the professional kitchen to the workshop, discussing the profound ways radical honesty and faith have shaped his relationships with clients and employees. He recalls for us how working in the corporate world prepared…
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RSWC #203 John Castillo
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #203 John Castillo Father of Kendrick Castillo While on a trip to Denver to film some shows, Laura Carno (RSWC #188) introduced me to John Castillo. He’s the father of a hero, Kendrick Castillo, in the truest sense of the word. Just over 5 years ago, there was a school shooting at the STEM School in Highlands Ranch, Colo…
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Ep. 27: Thinking Really Big, with Juan Acosta
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Faith Ventures welcomes tech entrepreneur Juan Acosta. We dive into his inspiring journey integrating faith and business, and how this philosophy has shaped his entrepreneurial endeavors. Juan shares his personal story of immigration, early entrepreneurship endeavors, and educational exploration, all while coming to grips with deeper faith during s…
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RSWC #202 Paul Kirchner
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #202 Paul Kricher Artist & Author, Jim Cirillo’s Tales from the Stakeout Squad I’ve seen the book “Jim Cirillo’s Tales from the Stakeout Squad” online for years. It’s always been very expensive, often selling for $250. I saw that Alex Sansone, The Suited Shootist, (RSWC #162) was suggesting that folks buy the book no mat…
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RSWC #201 Meet The Pressers
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #201 Matt Mallory & Klint Macro Meet The Pressers It’s always a great time to run into Matt & Klint from Meet The Pressers. We filmed a show at SHOT in 2020. And they let me use their car to film a couple other shows. This year we were able to film another show on SHOT’s Range Day. Since our last show, Matt has been busy…
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Ep. 26: Pro-Life Meets Fintech, with Arturo del Rio
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Faith Ventures welcomes Arturo Del Rio, partner and chief mission outreach officer at Pro Life Payments. We take a deep dive into the journey of a man who has woven his faith into the fabric of his entrepreneurship, from his early days serenading diners to a total career shift into the tech industry despite not having a technical background. His st…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #200 Michael Bane MichaelBane.tv Michael Bane. What can I say? I watched Michael for a long time as a new gun owner back on The Outdoor Channel on the shows Shooting Gallery and The Best Defense. I really enjoyed them and got a lot from The Best Defense! If I had a VHS player, I’m sure there are some tapes in storage. I …
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Podcast Episode: Breaking the Silence: Unveiling the Truth About Mental Health Organizations
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Welcome back to Noggin Notes Podcast, where we dive deep into the topics that matter most. Today we have a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the status quo of mental health organizations and associations. Joining Jake is Pamela Garfield, a respected voice in the mental health field, who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions. Together…
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Ep. 25: Biblically Responsible Investing, with Robert Netzly
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Faith Ventures welcomes Robert Netzly, CEO of Inspire Investing and a major thinker behind the concept of "biblically responsible investing". Robert shares his unusual journey from teaching 4th grade to spearheading one of the fastest-growing investment firms in the nation. We take a deep dive into the moral impact of our financial decisions and ho…
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RSWC #199 Brad Landseadel
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #199 Brad Landseadel Central Virginia Sporting Clays A trip to Central Virginia Sporting Clays last July led to another trip in October. I headed down to CVSC with good friends John Petrolino and Cam Edwards. On the first trip, we encountered Brad Landseadel, the owner. He’s a great guy and started telling us some jokes.…
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Ep. 24: Ghost Writing as a Christian, with Jeff Miller
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In this episode of the Faith Ventures Podcast, we welcome to the show Jeff Miller, the CEO and chief writer of ChristianGhostWriting.com, a devoted pastor of Godspeed Church, and a man who wears multiple hats with grace and purpose. We delve into Jeff's incredible journey from a career in music and opera to following his faith and leaving it all be…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #198 David Laird DSC Training & FASTER Saves Lives In the summer of 2021, I was fortunate to have taken a FASTER Saves Lives Level 1 course in Ohio. A number of friends and passengers of the show were there with me. David Laird was there, too, and he was nailing everything like it was nothing. Doing all the drills. Naili…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #197 Erin Mihalik Throom Targets, CEO At the Great American Outdoor Show in 2022, I got to meet Erin. I was there with John Petrolino and we were in search of Tony Simon. Well, we were pretending we didn’t see Tony while he was behind us and we were talking smack about him. Erin wasn’t sure what we were up to, but she ju…
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Podcast Episode: Courage in the Shadows: Navigating Grief and Loss with Resilience
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Kelly Whyte a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern at Zephyr Wellness. Kelly was born and raised in the central valley of California. She and her family recently moved to Carson City, Nevada after she completed her education at California State University, Fresno. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and working in a residential progra…
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RSWC #196 Karise Jerel Crew
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #196 Karise & Jerel Crew That Gun Talk I’ve been going to the Rod of Iron Freedom Festival at the Tommy Gun Warehouse in Greeley, PA, for about 5 years now. While I was hanging out in the VIP room with a friend, Karise Crew came in and sat across the room. I invited her to come join us. I’m glad I did. Karise and her hus…
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Ep 23: Life in Christian Media, with James Burkhardt
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Faith Ventures welcomes Christian media business veteran James Burkhardt to talk about his storied career in the industry and how he helped shape it into what it is today. From setting up a modest book table in college to working with Campus Crusade and a miraculous donation of 10,000 Bibles, James embodies the power of faith in action. Join us as …
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #195 Riley Bowman ConcealedCarry.com I met Riley in passing at SHOT Show a few years ago. We exchanged info and he said he would enjoy being on the show. On a trip to Denver, I reached out and messaged him and we were good to go. Then on the day I was heading there, I didn’t hear from him. I called Neil Weidner (RSWC #11…
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Podcast Episode: Unplugged Minds: How Social Media and Gaming Shape Our Youth's Mental Health!
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The conversation explores the similarities between the casino gaming industry and the video gaming industry, focusing on player tracking, promotions, regulation, algorithms, and the addictive nature of in-game purchases. Kevin Berry shares his experience in the casino gaming industry and discusses the strategies used to reward top players and incre…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #194 Rob Campbell Eye On The Target Radio You have absolutely no idea when or where you’re going to meet your next best friend. I replied to a Facebook post about a radio show wanting to talk to instructors from every state. I replied because it was 2015 and I was teaching NRA courses in Massachusetts. I made two great f…
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Ep 22: Engineering, Workplace Ethics, & Liberty, with Pat Dixon
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Faith Ventures welcomes my long-time friend and colleague Pat Dixon. Pat is an accomplished engineer, entrepreneur, and liberty advocate, and he is VP of Automation at Pulmac Systems and consults as well as DPAS, Inc. Pat and I discuss the evolution of our engineering careers, ethical dilemmas in the professional space, and the importance of mainta…
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Riding Shotgun With Charlie #193 Lenny Magill The GLOCK Store I’ve known about Lenny Magill probably since I started getting gun catalogs in the mail. I even have a VHS, yes VHS!, tape that he did back in 1993! Before I learned about the other instructors, I knew about Lenny Magill. Lenny now owns The GLOCK Store. But he started out selling adverti…
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