Best Andy Stumpf Podcasts (2024)

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The Truth About Escaping Scientology (with Aaron Smith-Levin) 1:10:57

1d ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Today, Andy speaks with former Scientologist and former staffer and member of the Sea Org, Aaron Smith-Levin. Aaron left the Sea Org in 2006 and Scientology in 2014. He is the creator of the YouTube channel Growing Up in Scientology, a channel dedicated to sharing his experience, talking with those who have also left Scientology, educating and expo…

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Richard Stadig - A Call To Service in Israel 1:54:18

2h ago1:54:18

1:54:18

After witnessing antisemitism at Portland State University, Richard Stadig, an American Jew moved to Israel to serve in the Israeli Defense Forces. Richard served in the infantry and protected all major borders of the country. He later served in the reconnaissance brigade of his reserve unit. While serving in the reserves, Richard traveled to multi…

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Fistfights, Heartbreak, and the Thin Blue Line 34:26

10h ago34:26

34:26

We are diving deep into a wild mix of listener-submitted questions that span the gamut from light-hearted fun to life-altering challenges. Kicking things off with a rapid-fire round of quirky questions, including my favorite overseas memory, thoughts on tattooed motorcycle riders, and the million-dollar question: Would I fistfight Jocko for a milli…

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Mike Glover - Rebuilding From Zero 1:27:25

1h ago1:27:25

1:27:25

Mike spent 18 years in the US Army and as a government contractor for OGA (Other Government Agency). He served as a SGM (Sergeant Major) in Special Forces and deployed multiple times to combat theaters. Mike is the founder of Fieldcraft Survival, and an expert in Counter-Terrorism, security, and crisis management operations. As promised, this is a …

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Andy Vs. Michael - Round 8 : Be Better Than the Backseat 1:00:57

27m ago1:00:57

1:00:57

We are back again with a role reversal, turning the microphone towards the man usually behind the scenes – show producer, Michael Shelton. I never know where these conversations are going to lead, since I am turning the questions over to Michael, a man with an internet search history that has likely landed him on a variety of watchlists. There was …

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Clearview AI: The Creepy Facial Recognition Start-Up That Scraped the Internet 1:11:10

6d ago1:11:10

1:11:10

Today, Andy sits down with Investigative reporter Kashmir Hill about her research into the facial recognition company Clearview AI. Her new book is called "Your Face Belongs to Us: A Secretive Startup's Quest to End Privacy as We Know It." It tells the story of the tech startup, which has created a massive database of faces (scraped from the intern…

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Henry Akins and Mickey Schuch - Mastering the Art of Defense 1:50:21

9d ago1:50:21

1:50:21

Henry Akins began training in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu in 1995 at the Rickson Gracie Acadamy on Pico blvd in West LA. Shortly after he started he became the secretary at the academy and was spending 70 hours a week there watching and participating in all of the classes. In Feb of 2004, because of his persistence and dedication to the fundamentals and ph…

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Risks Vs. Reward 41:48

7d ago41:48

41:48

Normal Friday Q and A for today with three listener submitted questions: Question 1: A 34-year-old white belt shares his early experiences in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, feeling both the thrill and frustration of starting something new later in life. What are some tips for new practitioners, advice for overcoming initial hurdles, and whether attending adv…

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BONUS | Soundtrack: Western Songs, Vol. 1 49:19

8d ago49:19

49:19

Music from the Legends of the Old West podcast. Western-themed songs: 0:00 – Legends of the Old West Opening Cue 0:12 – Legends of the Old West Theme (Full Version) 1:36 – “Dust” 4:18 – “Riding West” 6:40 – “Providence” 8:54 – “Water Grave” 11:19 – “Dirt” 13:44 – “Desperado” 15:50 – “At The Frontier” 18:00 – “Coyote” 20:28 – “Meanwhile” 23:29 – “Lo…

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The CJNG Cartel Is Now a National Security Threat 53:28

14d ago53:28

53:28

Today's guest is Chris Dalby. Chris is the author of CJNG: A Quick Guide to Mexico's Deadliest Cartel and currently the director of the World of Crime Think Tank. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. Sponsors: Change Agents is presented by Montana Knife Company. Use CODE "CHANGEAGENTS10" for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://www.montanaknifeco…

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Tim Montana’s Savage Journey - From Off-the-Grid to On-the-Charts 1:59:53

8d ago1:59:53

1:59:53

Tim Montana is a maverick in the hard rock world. Born in a trailer off-the-grid in Montana, Tim's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. At barely eighteen, he left his home state with a relentless drive to pursue music. From performing on The Late Show with David Letterman as an independent artist to collaborating with legends like Billy Gibb…

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Purpose and Leadership 32:17

11d ago32:17

32:17

Regularly scheduled Q and A for this Friday's episode: The first question comes from a 27-year-old who has spent years working hard but has yet to identify a personal mission. How do you discover your true purpose while avoiding the regret of unfulfilled potential? The second question addresses a sudden policy change in a law office, where a young …

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Will China Invade Taiwan & Spark WWIII? (Dmitri Alperovitch) 1:06:47

16d ago1:06:47

1:06:47

On today’s episode of Change Agents, Andy is joined by geopolitical expert, Dmitri Alperovitch. He is also a national security expert, and the chairman of the Silverado Policy Accelerator thinktank. His latest book is titled “World on the Brink: How America Can Beat China in the Race for the Twenty-First Century. He discusses what will happen if Ch…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 6 | “McNelly’s Rangers” 35:05

16d ago35:05

35:05

In November 1875, Captain Leander McNelly makes his most famous and controversial move: he leads his militia company into Mexico and attacks two villages to recover stolen cattle. His actions provoke a standoff with Mexican officials and consternation from his superiors, but his men love his bold strategy. After the events known as the Las Cuevas W…

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Kristofer Healey - Battling Cartels and Corruption 1:58:51

29d ago1:58:51

1:58:51

Kristofor Healey is a seasoned federal law enforcement officer whose career has been marked by high-stakes operations and global investigations. With over 15 years of service in ICE and DHS OIG, Kristofor directed large-scale fraud and public corruption investigations, tackled cartel crime on the border, and led the charge in the largest tele-fraud…

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VIP Protection, North Hollywood Shootout, and Zone 2 Cardio Myths 23:53

26d ago23:53

23:53

Regularly scheduled Q and A for this Friday's episode.. 1. Accusations of cowardice and incompetence have been hurled at the women in former President Trump's security detail, with many blaming DEI initiatives. Do the claims hold any water, and what are the complexities of VIP protection. 2. We revisit the infamous 1997 North Hollywood shootout, a …

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The Gang Takeover of Haiti (The Billingham's Return) 54:04

1M ago54:04

54:04

Today on Change Agents, Mark "Billy" Billingham and Julie Colombino-Billingham return. They give an inside look at the gang takeover of Haiti. Billy spent 27 years in the British military. Over 17 of those years were with the SAS and the other 9 were in the Parachute Regiment. He helps to spearhead the REBUILD Globally initiative with his wife Juli…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 5 | “McNelly On The Border” 31:43

21d ago31:43

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In South Texas, in an area known as the Nueces Strip, cattle rustling is a huge problem and it comes with an additional layer of complication: many of the rustlers are from Mexico. They ride across the border, steal Texas cattle, and drive the cattle to Mexico. In 1875, Captain Leander McNelly and his militia company are dispatched to the Rio Grand…

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Mike Glover - Solitary Confinement 1:32:09

1M ago1:32:09

1:32:09

Mike spent 18 years in the US Army and as a government contractor for OGA (Other Government Agency). He served as a SGM (Sergeant Major) in Special Forces and deployed multiple times to combat theaters. Mike is the founder of Fieldcraft Survival, and an expert in Counter-Terrorism, security, and crisis management operations. For the past two months…

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When Will it Be Enough? 13:15

25d ago13:15

13:15

How much are we going to tolerate before we make change? How far are we capable of pushing this before something breaks? My brief thoughts on the attempted assassination attempt of former President Trump.

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Outage: Who Is Behind Cyber Attacks on America's Infrastructure? 46:31

27d ago46:31

46:31

On today's Change Agents, Andy Stumpf sits down with Principal Adversary Hunter at the cybersecurity company Dragos, Kyle O’Meara who previously worked at the National Security Agency, and Gus Serino, an industrial cybersecurity consultant, and has worked with large water utilities on security issues. His company is I&C Secure ( https://www.iandcse…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 4 | “Family Feuds” 39:32

1M ago39:32

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In the early 1870s, the Horrell brothers were involved in the murder of a sheriff, the murders of State Police officers, a jailbreak, and a bloody episode known as the Horrell War in New Mexico before the infamous Lincoln County War. In 1877, they become embroiled in a deadly feud with the Higgins clan until Major John B. Jones dreams up a creative…

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Dr. Wizz - Unlocking the Secrets of Anti-Aging 2:48:12

29d ago2:48:12

2:48:12

Dr. Anna-Marie Wysynski is at the leading edge of Anti-Aging Functional and Regenerative Medicine. As the first female physician in southern Ontario to become board-certified in this specialty, Dr. Wysynski, also known as Dr. Wizz, has made significant strides in advancing Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) as a viable and effective tr…

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Was Gitmo Worth it? Did we lose our Morals? 23:10

1M ago23:10

23:10

Regularly scheduled Q and A for this Friday: 1. After three years together and a rocky but ultimately successful journey to engagement, a fiancé's struggle with alcoholism threatens to unravel their lives. Despite periods of sobriety and committed efforts to mend their bond, her relapse into drinking and dangerous behavior poses serious risks. Is i…

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A Real Narco State? The Strange Story of Guinea-Bissau 52:19

1M ago52:19

52:19

Today on Change Agents, Andy takes a deep dive into the strange country of Guinea-Bissau with Mark Shaw. Mark Shaw is the Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. Mark worked for ten years at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), including as Inter-regional Advisor, Chief of the Criminal Justice Refor…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 3 | “Mason County War” 35:31

2M ago35:31

35:31

In 1875, Major John B. Jones leads the gradual transition of the Texas Rangers from frontier fighters to law enforcement officers. As Texas becomes the heart of the cattle ranching industry in America, cattle rustling becomes a serious problem. In Mason County, two factions battle each other. And as the murder rate rises, Jones leads the Rangers to…

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Iain Bryson - A Father's Fight for Justice and Redemption 2:13:45

1M ago2:13:45

2:13:45

Iain Byrson has been on a harrowing and deeply moving journey of resilience, faith, and unwavering love. Iain’s story begins in 2004 when he met his first wife, Agata Makowska. Their life took a tragic turn when their daughter, Adelle, exhibited signs of severe abuse after a visit to Poland. Despite Iain’s desperate efforts to protect his daughter …

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Andy Vs. Michael : Round 7 51:17

2M ago51:17

51:17

We are back again with a role reversal, turning the microphone towards the man usually behind the scenes – show producer, Michael Shelton. I never know where these conversations are going to lead, since I am turning the questions over to Michael, a man with an internet search history that has likely landed him on a variety of watchlists. There was …

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Inside Africa's Militarized Rhino Poaching Rings (Julian Rademeyer) 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

On today's Change Agents, Andy discusses the illegal wildlife trade and its connection to global organized crime with Julian Rademeyer. Julian is the Director of the Organized Crime Observatory for East and Southern Africa at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. He is also a former project leader at TRAFFIC, and the author o…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 2 | “Frontier Battalion” 41:31

1M ago41:31

41:31

During and immediately after the Civil War, the Texas frontier suffers from renewed attacks by the Comanche and Kiowa. One of the most notable is the devastating Elm Creek Raid. After the war, Texas briefly reconstitutes the Texas Rangers, but they’re not fully resurrected until the creation of the Frontier Battalion in 1874. Major John B. Jones be…

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Trevor Milton - Revolutionizing Transport and the Nikola Corporation 2:37:02

2M ago2:37:02

2:37:02

Trevor Milton is the founder and former CEO of the Nikola Corporation, a company attempting to transform the transportation industry through innovative electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles. Today's episode is the first time in four years that Trevor has publicly spoken about his journey, from the inception of Nikola Corporation to its meteoric ri…

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Home Security, Alcoholism, and Skydiving without a Parachute 33:24

2M ago33:24

33:24

Three very diverse topics for today: The complexities of first-time gun ownership for an expat returning to the US and advice on how to make your home a harder target. The delicate balance of friendship and concern and the heartfelt worries of a listener regarding their friend's alcohol consumption, and how to navigate the fine line between support…

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Legends of the Old West: TEXAS RANGERS Ep 1 | "Civil War" — Preview 13:15

2M ago13:15

13:15

Enjoy this preview of Legends of the Old West. Hosted by Chris Wimmer, Legends of the Old West is the longest-running podcast about the American West —featuring narrative storytelling about famous figures like Wyatt Earp, Billy The Kid, and Crazy Horse. This preview highlights the beginning of their most recent series on the Texas Rangers: In the s…

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The Connection Between the Diddy Case and Jeffrey Epstein (Nick Bryant Returns) 51:31

2M ago51:31

51:31

On today’s Change Agents, investigative journalist Nick Bryant returns to discuss the links between the recent human trafficking investigation involving Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jeffrey Epstein. He also discusses his new book, The Truth About Watergate. Today Nick serves as the Director of the Organization Epstein Justice, which seeks justice for the…

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TEXAS RANGERS Ep. 1 | “Civil War” 42:52

2M ago42:52

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In the spring of 1861, it becomes clear America is headed for civil war. Texas Rangers Ben McCulloch, Henry McCulloch, John S. “Rip” Ford, and Lawrence Sullivan Ross join the Confederate army. They have four vastly different experiences, highlighted by the second major battle of the war, Sherman’s capture of Atlanta, and the final battle of the war…

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The Congressman Trying to Get the Truth About Aliens, UFOs, and UAP (with Rep. Tim Burchett) 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

This bonus episode of Change Agents with Andy Stumpf was recorded in late March, and is a follow up to our recent conversation with Dr. Garry Nolan about UAP, alleged crash retrieval programs, and what the government may be hiding. Rep. Tim Burchett is the Congressman for 2nd District of Tennessee and in 2023, he launched the Unidentified Anomalous…

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