Best Bill Kirst Podcasts (2024)

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The Debrief | Season 3 Wrap Up 5:02

2h ago5:02

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Season 3 of The Debrief featured an impressive roster of guests, including: Andy Stumpf of Cleared Hot Podcast, former Delta Force operator Pete Blaber, and Lionel D. of Belgium’s elite Group Dianne (DSU). These guests, and others, provided an extensive body of knowledge and experience surrounding leadership, tactical decision making, and cognitive…

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Episode 136: A Different Kind of Country with Drake Jensen 1:24:41

10d ago1:24:41

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Drake Jensen is a different kind of country. An early pioneer and a man whose music helped me at a pivotal time in my life. Drake sings with an open heart and that still gives some in this world some heartburn. And that suits him just fine. Drake and I first met back in 2011 when I reached out to him to thank him for his music and for being the cou…

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Building Elite Tactical Performance - Dr. Brittany Loney 1:44:03

1M ago1:44:03

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My guest today is Brittany Loney the founder and CEO of Elite Cognition. Brittany has almost 20 years of experience training high performing operators from communities as diverse as elite SOF warriors, professional and Olympic athletes, high-level coaches, and corporate executives. She also has over 14 years of experience training Special Operation…

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Episode 135: The Pride Edition with Brian Johnson 1:09:07

2M ago1:09:07

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Each year, around this time, I like to feature a story in an episode I refer to as the PRIDE Edition. It is in this annual episode I feature an inspirational story of one human’s endeavor to authenticity and journey to joy. As many of us know, that is often a lifelong journey and one that comes with inordinate amounts of heartbreak and hopefully, e…

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Inside the NYPD Emergency Service Unit (ESU) 2:12:45

2M ago2:12:45

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There may be no US tactical and rescue unit more well known than the NYPD’s Emergency Service Unit or ESU. Featuring a mission set that ranges from high angle ropes work to water rescue, from high-risk search warrants to hostage rescue, and from CBRN response to counter terrorism, ESU has sometimes been described as 911 for NYPD. My guest today is …

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The History of SWAT in Texas and TTPOA 1:05:37

3M ago1:05:37

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The evolution of special tactics in the United States is a complicated story whose roots lie in the violent social and political environment of the late 1960s. Highly unusual and televised events like the Texas tower sniper in 1966 and the Munich Massacre in 1972 created the need to develop special units to respond to events that were beyond the ca…

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Bonus Episode: The Tortured Poets Department First Public Reading 9:04

3M ago9:04

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Yes, you're the understudy to the Tortured Poet…you just didn’t know it.I had nearly forgotten about the event of the season arriving in the overnight hours to our digital devices. And this morning, as I prepare for my first public poetry reading, I have to smile, because the universe always has a way of showing us “a way.” I have been thinking abo…

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Verviers Terrorist Raid & OIS - Belgian Group Diane - Lionel D. 1:35:54

3M ago1:35:54

1:35:54

My guest today is Lionel D. Lio is a retired team leader who spent 15 years with the Belgian National Police - Directorate of Special Units, or DSU, also know as Group Diane. I am excited to have Lio on The Debrief because his former unit is a fantastic team who are constantly on the front lines for European counter terrorism operations, like the o…

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Episode 134: Birth of a Salesman with Carson Heady 50:12

3M ago50:12

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On this episode we meet multi award winning Sales Leader and All Around Luminary, Carson Heady. Carson is a bestselling author of five books in addition to being one of Microsoft's most influential Directors and #1 Social Sellers. He is a Global Sales Trainer, a podcast host and 🏆 award-winning mentor to many teams and talent. You will love this co…

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Episode 133: All Pride, No Ego with Jim Fielding 1:05:10

3M ago1:05:10

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Jim Fielding, a proud Ohio native and Indiana University Hoosier, started his career on the department store floor. Over the next 30 years, he would lead some of the world’s most beloved media and retail brands, including The Gap, Disney, Claire’s, Dreamworks, and 20th Century Fox. Jim is known for his ability to combine storytelling and product me…

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Episode 132: Simple but Profound in Human Design with Becky Morrison 51:20

3M ago51:20

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Honored to welcome back Becky Morrison for the third time to the podcast. This time we talk about something powerful, simple and profound...HUMAN DESIGN. You are going to love this conversation. Reach out to Becky if you would like to learn more at untanglehappiness.comBy Bill Kirst

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Warrant Service Becomes OIS and Multi-Day Manhunt in the Kentucky Mountains – Heath Ayres and Logan Smith – Kentucky State Police SRT 1:41:24

4M ago1:41:24

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In late August of 2020 the Kentucky State Police Special Response Team attempted to execute search and arrest warrants on a family compound in Johnson Hollow, a heavily wooded and very rural area of Kentucky. The suspect, who was being sought on potential murder and drug related charges, had hiding locations and weapons throughout the compound and …

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The Emergency Mind – Dr. Dan Dworkis 1:42:21

4M ago1:42:21

1:42:21

My guest today is Dr. Dan Dworkis. Dan is a board-certified emergency physician, an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, the founder of The Emergency Mind Project, and the Chief Medical Officer at the Mission Critical Team Institute. Dan performed his emergency medicine residency with Harvard Medical Scho…

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Bill Kirst – Leading Change in Your Organization 28:55

4M ago28:55

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Welcome to Battle Proven Leadership. My guest today is Bill Kirst. Bill is an author, poet, podcast host and one of LinkedIn’s Top Thought Leadership Voices on Change Management. Bill authors a monthly newsletter called “Leading Change in the Era of AI” which poses powerful questions while untangling the complex concerns posed by Artificial Intelli…

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Selection For Tactical Units - The Attributes with Rich Diviney 1:31:07

5M ago1:31:07

1:31:07

My guest today is Rich Diviney. Rich is a retired Navy SEAL officer whose career spanned more than twenty years and included more than thirteen overseas deployments – eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for an elite Navy SEAL command, Rich spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, …

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Toxic Leadership & The Pat Tillman Case - Pete Blaber 2:10:57

5M ago2:10:57

2:10:57

Pete Blaber commanded at every level of one of the most elite counter-terrorist organizations in the world, The US Army’s First Special Forces Operational Detachment Delta. His time with The Unit included most of recent history’s significant military and political events (Panama, Colombia, Somalia, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq). In 2006 Pete retir…

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Episode 131: Rediscovering Your Legacy with Qiana Sanders 56:15

5M ago56:15

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Prepare for a powerful conversation of healing and rediscovering your legacy with the one and only, the incredibly inspiring Qiana Sanders. Qiana and I met in the newly minted hallways of a corporate office and in that first meeting we somehow knew we would be longtime friends and champions of change along the way. Qiana's story is one rooted in th…

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10 Second Triage & The UK Approach to Mass Casualty Events – Dr. Claire Park 1:32:54

6M ago1:32:54

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My guest today is Dr Claire Park. Dr. Park is a Consultant in Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine for London HEMS, and Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine at Kings College Hospital in London. She is also an army consultant with over 20 years of deployed military experience. Claire is the Medical Adviser to the Specialist Firearms teams of the Metropo…

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Leadership Lessons From CIA Field Operations – Marc Polymeropoulos 41:00

6M ago41:00

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Welcome to Battle Proven Leadership. My guest today is Mark Polymeropoulos. Mark is a retired Senior Intelligence Officer for CIA who spent 26 years working in field operations and leadership roles. Marc is one of the intelligence communities most decorated officers and the author of "Clarity in Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the CIA." His book is…

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Episode 130: "Not the Only One in This Town" with Brooke Hatala 43:20

6M ago43:20

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Excited to welcome the first guest of 2024 with Brooke Hatala. Brooke is a rising star as a singer/songwriter in Nashville. "The North Carolina native’s penchant for honest storytelling with a tinge of rocking energy makes Hatala a perfect fit for Nashville’s new era.” And while she is not the only one in in the town of Nashville, she is certainly …

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Andy Stumpf – Leadership Lessons From the Cleared Hot Podcast 1:42:22

6M ago1:42:22

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My guest today has such a diverse skillset and resume that its almost hard to summarize. Andy Stumpf enlisted in the Navy while he was a Junior in high school, entering military service in 1996. After completing boot camp he went on to Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training, also known as BUD/s. After earning his trident he began his SEAL career…

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Episode 129: Infinite Growth And A Year Of Eights 23:15

6M ago23:15

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Be kind. This episode might be one of my first solo episodes that I recorded at length after much reflection going into 2024. And believe it or not, I was nervous every time I got in front of the mic. It is not perfect, but it is real. And it is me. It is probably indicative of the energy many of us went into 2024 with - slightly nervous and holdin…

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Most Profound Moments of 2023 42:37

7M ago42:37

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It's been an amazing year on The Debrief. In the 18 months since we launched the show, we've accomplished more than we ever thought we could. To date there have been more than 100,000 downloads of the show. We've recorded 31 episodes of The Debrief and 5 episodes of Battle Proven Leadership and covered a wide variety of topics. To end our second se…

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July 22 Norway Terrorist Attacks – Delta Norge Response 2:04:49

8M ago2:04:49

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On July 22, 2011 Norway experienced two terrorist attacks (a bombing at a government building in Oslo and a mass shooter event at a youth camp on nearby Utoya Island). These were perpetrated by a lone rightwing extremist. These attacks were unprecedented for the peaceful county of Norway and stretched the Norwegian first responders to their limits.…

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Episode 128: A Redux & Reunion with Paul McCarthy, The F.I.R.E.D. Leader 1:21:44

8M ago1:21:44

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On Episode 128, we reunite with Paul McCarthy, who has been on quite the journey as he authored and published The F.I.R.E.D. Leader, the leadership and disruption playbook for the next generation. And on the heels of the most operatic firing of the world's most famous tech talent and leader - Sam Altman, Paul's book is proving to be a must read. In…

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Becoming a Tactical Athlete with Kelly Starrett 1:52:27

8M ago1:52:27

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My guest today is Dr. Kelly Starrett. Kelly is a world-renowned physical therapist, a strength and conditioning coach to Olympic and World Champion athletes, a 3x best-selling author, a speaker, and a two-time national kayaking champion. Kelly and his wife and partner Juliet launched one of the first CrossFit gyms in 2005, created the website Mobil…

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Lessons Learned As A SEAL Officer and As The Asst Secretary of Defense – Michael Lumpkin 1:45:07

8M ago1:45:07

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My guest today is Michael Lumpkin. Michael has served many roles in his extremely distinguished career including Navy SEAL Captain, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflicts, Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, Deputy Chief of Staff for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Special Assistant to Sec De…

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Nationwide Issues in Special Tactics: A Panel Discussion with the State Associations from the NTOA Conference 1:23:01

9M ago1:23:01

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Today’s episode of The Debrief features a unique format: this episode was recorded live at the National Tactical Officers Association Annual Conference in Aurora, Colorado. I was fortunate to moderate a panel discussion that included the presidents of five separate tactical associations including: Brent Straton from the California Association of Ta…

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Lessons From an Officer Down and Traumatic Hostage Incident - Orlando, FL 1:41:48

9M ago1:41:48

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In June of 2018, just two years after the PULS nightclub attacks, Orlando Police officers responded to a domestic violence call. As officers attempted to contact the suspect, he fired a shot though his door striking Officer Kevin Valencia with wounds that he would eventually succumb to. The suspect then barricaded in his apartment with his 4 childr…

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Hostage Rescue In A Trailer Home - Hastings, MN – South Metro SWAT 1:37:00

10M ago1:37:00

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On July 2, 2020 patrol officers attempted to contact a suspect about moving an illegally parked automobile at the Three Rivers Mobile Home Park in Hastings, MN. As officers spoke to the suspect’s wife and two of his four children the suspect locked and barricaded the door to his trailer with his other two children inside. Over the course of the nex…

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Lessons Learned From 5 Decades of Police Leadership - Chief Mike Albanese - Part Two 51:16

10M ago51:16

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My Guest today is a true legend who is one of only three people to have served at all of the roles in LAPD D-Platoon: Chief Mike Albanese. Mike has spent 52 years in law enforcement with 37 of those spent at LAPD, 26 of which was spent in SWAT and Crisis Negotiation. Mike is one of only a handful of people to have ever served in the 10 David or SWA…

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Episode 127: Digital Wellbeing with Ståle Hansen 49:00

10M ago49:00

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When was the last time you set a boundary? You know the ones you set for your sanity, your solitude and your serenity? Well, what if I told you that no matter how hard you worked to integrate mindfulness and meditation into your life and workday, you could be missing the biggest offender to your peace of mind which we encounter daily. Yes, those di…

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Episode 126: Conducting Change with Tim Seelig 1:01:37

10M ago1:01:37

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One of the most enjoyable and rewarding aspects of hosting and running a podcast is when a guest you have just interviewed feels seen, heard and believed. And it is from that place of belonging that he or she so enthusiastically says, “Oh, you know who you should have on your show…” And another bridge is built to another human I wouldn’t have met o…

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Key Events in the Evolution of SWAT and CNT - Chief Mike Albanese – Two Part Series 1:10:15

10M ago1:10:15

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My Guest today is a true legend who is one of only three people to have served at all of the roles in LAPD D-Platoon Chief Mike Albanese. Mike has spent 52 years in law enforcement with 37 of those spent at LAPD, 26 of which was spent in SWAT and Crisis Negotiation. Mike is one of only a handful of people to have ever served in the 10 David or SWAT…

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Episode 125: The Best or Nothing with Jon Meadows 41:01

11M ago41:01

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My next guest opens the aperture to untapped potential, illuminates lifelong purpose and captures possibility for healing, all from the most complex canvas on earth…the human face. Jon Meadows is a high-end headshot photographer and expression coach whose work changes lives. He builds up his subjects teaching them how to present themselves on camer…

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2023 Fall Season Opener & Preview 2:23

11M ago2:23

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Welcome back to Coffee & Change. After a much needed summer break, we are returning to kick off the Fall 2023 Season. This season we will be connecting with many creatives and hearing their stories in change. Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy the upcoming Fall lineup of guests, starting next week.…

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Critical incident Review - Vegas Attack: Handling a Mass Casualty Incident – Dr. Kevin Menes 1:33:35

11M ago1:33:35

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My guest today is Dr. Kevin Menes. Kevin is an emergency room physician and tactical team doctor who led a team that managed to treat and save hundreds of patients following the active sniper attack in Las Vegas on October 1, 2017. Kevin’s insights into the Las Vegas attack are unique and offer us clear lessons learned in preparing for mass casualt…

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Lessons Learned From A Legendary Tier 1 Operator – CSM Tom Satterly (Ret.) 1:28:39

11M ago1:28:39

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My guest today is Tom Satterly. Tom is a highly decorated combat veteran, having served in the Army 25 years, with the last 20 in the US Army’s most elite Tier One unit, Delta. During his career Tom was involved in, and led, some of our nation’s most important military campaigns including the Battle in Mogadishu portrayed in the film Blackhawk Down…

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BPL#5 – Building Resilience In Those You Lead - Chief John Perez 39:30

12M ago39:30

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My guest today is Chief John Perez. John recently retired as the Chief of Police for the Pasadena California Police Department. In his nearly 37 years of service to Pasadena, John served at literally all ranks in the department. During his career John worked patrol, narcotics, counter terrorism, and as a swat sergeant, lieutenant, and commander, Jo…

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Special Episode: Creativity & Change - A Discussion with Isis Latham 26:46

12M ago26:46

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Such an honor to join Isis Latham and the Evolution Business Development Podcast with a few fellow hearts, each along their journey in storytelling and change making.🎧 As a podcast host and storyteller, I encourage all who listen...consider ways to find your voice and discover your roots. The transformative power of telling your story with these go…

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BPL #4 Key Leadership Concepts – Chief Phil Hansen 37:10

12M ago37:10

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My guest today is a legend in the US tactical community Chief Phil Hansen. Phil recently retired after serving as the Chief of Police for the Santa Maria California Police Department. But prior to Santa Maria Phil retired as a Captain from the Los Angeles Country Sherriff’s Department where he served for 36 years. During his tenure at LASD he spent…

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Critical Incident Review – Jordan MacWilliams Charged with Murder for Shooting a Hostage Taker 1:42:38

1y ago1:42:38

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My guest today is Jordan MacWilliams. Jordan is a 15 year member of the RCMP Lower Mainland Division Integrated Emergency Response Team, the second largest tactical unit in Canada. On November 7, 2012 Jordan fired a single shot which killed a hostage taker who pointed a gun at the team after a five-hour standoff at the Starlight Casino in New Westm…

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BPL #3: Counter-Errorism and A Culture of Safety with Gareth Lock 36:39

1y ago36:39

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My guest today is Gareth Lock. Gareth spent 25 years in the Royal Air Force as a flight instructor, a navigator on C-130 Hercules, a systems engineer and a requirements manager. Following his retirement from the RAF in 2015 he started work in high-risk industries teaching Human Factors and Crew Resource Management (CRM). Eventually Gareth turned hi…

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Limited Audio Series: Leading Change in the Era of AI - Part 4 6:09

1y ago6:09

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In Part 4 of this Limited Audio Series exploring Generative AI, we discuss the power of and importance of Altruism in the arena of policy setting for Generative AI. Every gesture counts. If we are going to find out humanity in these technologies, then every gesture counts.By Bill Kirst

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BPL #2: Kevin Cyr - Making Difficult Decisions 34:49

1y ago34:49

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Kevin Cyr is an Inspector with Royal Canadian Mounted Police and is the current commander of the RCMP Emergency Response Team in British Columbia, which is the second largest tactical unit in Canada. Kevin has been with RCMP for 22 years and has been with the team for 7 years. He has a master’s in law from Osgoode Hall Law School and is published i…

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Limited Audio Series: Leading Change In the Era of AI - Part 3 10:07

1y ago10:07

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Part 3 of a Limited Audio Series on Leading Change in the Era of AI. A reflection on all the testimony on the topic of Generative AI.By Bill Kirst

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Training & Tech – Recovering From Being Shot - Follow Up With Jordan Robison 51:41

1y ago51:41

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My guest today is Jordan Robison. This episode is a follow up to last week’s Critical Incident Review about the August 18, 2021, shooting that occurred when the San Bernardino Police Department’s SWAT Team attempted to arrest a suspect who had ambushed and attempted to murder a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy the day before. When the team pe…

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Limited Audio Series: Leading Change in the Era of AI - Part 2 8:48

1y ago8:48

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Limited Audio Series: Leading Change in the Era of AI - Part 2. Are we sleepwalking through technology? What role has AI played in increasing our technology somnambulism? How do we wake up to what is happening all around us? Thanks for the listen.By Bill Kirst

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Critical Incident Review - Fatal OIS SWAT Vehicle Takedown in San Bernardino 1:35:33

1y ago1:35:33

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On August 18, 2021, the San Bernardino California SWAT Team was assigned to locate and arrest a suspect who had ambushed and attempted to murder a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy the day before. When the team located and attempted a vehicle takedown the suspect immediately opened fire on the team with a 10mm handgun, striking Officer Jordan …

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Limited Audio Series: Leading Change in The Era of AI - Part 1 4:24

1y ago4:24

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Limited Audio Series on Leading Change in the Era of AI. This is an audio accompaniment to a LinkedIn Newsletter with the same title authored by the host, Bill Kirst. Enjoy the brief listen and deep reflections from each in this series.By Bill Kirst

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