Best Pete Yates Podcasts (2024)

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Fireproofing Law Enforcement with Pete Havel 36:21

13h ago36:21

36:21

Send us a Text Message. Imagine confronting a toxic colleague and losing your job for it. Pete Havel did just that, and it spurred him into a journey that transformed his career and countless workplaces. Join us as we talk with Pete, a former lobbyist and political consultant, who turned his adverse experience into a powerful crusade against toxic …

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The Secret Service Is Not Incompetent...It's Worse 10:15

2h ago10:15

10:15

Send us a Text Message. Is the Secret Service hiding a sinister plot behind the attempted assassination of President Trump? In this riveting episode, we pull back the curtain on a series of alarming security failures that suggest more than just incompetence. From unguarded high ground to the ignored early warnings, we reveal how the suspect's actio…

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CONSCRIPTION: SERVICE OR SERVITUDE? - INTERESTING TIMES 81 26:27

19m ago26:27

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In this podcast, I consider the grumbling discourse in the UK around conscription, which was raised as a policy by then PM Rishi Sunak in the run up to the General Election. I criticise this proposal from a variety of angles as well as teasing out the ideological ramifications of "a culture of service" which it was meant to engender. [Free. 27 minu…

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The Assassination Attempt on President Trump 39:39

2h ago39:39

39:39

Send us a Text Message. What if the political landscape as we know it is teetering on the edge of chaos? Join me on this special episode of Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates as we navigate through a momentous day fraught with attempts to silence, ruin, imprison, and even eliminate a key political figure. This episode is a call to move beyond …

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The Second Mountain with Lt. Randy Sutton 41:15

3d ago41:15

41:15

Send us a Text Message. Retired Lieutenant Randy Sutton has a story that is nothing short of extraordinary. After enduring the heartbreaking loss of his mother, a debilitating stroke that ended his career, and a profound sense of betrayal from his police department, Randy has managed to rise above his challenges to become a prominent figure in law …

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Harnessing Law Enforcement for Business Success with Jason Pearson 26:22

8d ago26:22

26:22

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a nearly two-decade law enforcement veteran steps into the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship? Jason Pearson, our guest with 20 years of experience in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, joins us to share his remarkable journey. From witnessing a supportive training environment shift to a punitiv…

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A Dichotomy In Leadership: Phoenix vs. Minneapolis 46:44

30d ago46:44

46:44

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how the truth can become lost in the chaos of misinformation and political agendas? Join us on this episode of Courageous Leadership as we dissect the stark differences between strong and weak leadership in law enforcement, focusing on the cities of Phoenix and Minneapolis. Prepare to be challenged as …

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HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE? 21:50

1M ago21:50

21:50

In this podcast, I discuss the proposition that "Hell is other people" which is found in Sartre's play Hui Clos (1944). I draw on my own reflections, and the works of Freud and Hegel rather than closely following the original play. [Free. 22 minutes.]By Pete Yates

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Transforming Law Enforcement Wellness with Adam Boyd 24:59

1M ago24:59

24:59

Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative journey of Adam Boyd, a former SWAT officer turned holistic wellness trainer, and how his experiences have shaped his unique approach to resilience and wellness. Adam, the passionate owner of Soleful Training, explores the pivotal moments that led him from frontline law enforcement to embracing pr…

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From Badge to Author with Jim McNeff 38:51

1M ago38:51

38:51

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a decorated law enforcement officer decides to trade his badge for a pen? Join us for an intimate conversation with Jim McNeff, who shares how his early dreams of becoming a cop, inspired by a mentor at Anaheim PD, paved the way for a dynamic 30-year career. But the journey didn't stop at retirement. Jim's …

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Leadership Under Fire: The Minneapolis Police Crisis 15:37

1M ago15:37

15:37

Send us a Text Message. Can Minneapolis rise from the ashes of its current crisis? Join us on this compelling episode of Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates as we dissect the intense leadership challenges facing the Minneapolis Police Department. Hear firsthand reflections from Travis's recent Alpha News interview, uncovering the tragic impact …

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Police Chief to Entrepreneur with Dr. Richard Weinblatt 42:59

2M ago42:59

42:59

Send us a Text Message. What does it take to lead courageously in law enforcement, academia, and business? Find out as we sit down with Dr. Richard Weinblatt, a retired police chief, former dean at Ivy Tech Community College, and the entrepreneurial force behind Bio-One, a crime, trauma, hoarding cleanup and remediation company in five states Metro…

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EQUALITY, NIETZSCHE, SOCIAL DARWINISM 21:12

2M ago21:12

21:12

In this podcast, I take issue with a range of pleas for inequality in society. I examine the idea that inequality is "natural", and the mobilisation of Darwin's account of evolution to propagandise for that idea and find these wanting. I criticise the notion that equality as a desideratum is inimical to freedom. I examine the way in which Nietzsche…

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Leading From The Heart with Chief Jim Franklin 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

Send us a Text Message. Imagine strolling through the bustling streets of Rochester, Minnesota, where every uniformed officer is a beacon of innovation and compassion in policing. That's the vision Chief Jim Franklin has turned into a daily reality, and we had the privilege of uncovering his approach to law enforcement in our latest conversation. A…

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OPTIMISM OF THE WILL, PESSIMISM OF THE INTELLECT - INTERESTING TIMES 80 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

In this podcast, I apply Gramsci's concepts of optimism of the will and pessimism of the intellect to some recent news items in order to expose the propaganda nature of their reporting by the BBC and other MSM, to expose the "common sense" and natural seeming language of the broadcasters, which however obscures reality whilst pretending to illlumin…

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Resilience in the Ranks with Duane Wolfe 24:51

2M ago24:51

24:51

Send us a Text Message. When the weight of the badge grows heavy, where do our law enforcement leaders turn? Duane Wolfe, a beacon of resilience and wisdom with 34 years in the profession, joins Dr. Travis Yates to unravel this very question. In this earnest discussion, Duane and Travis dissect the complexities of police leadership – the dance betw…

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Yoga on the Frontline with Paige Arnone 29:37

2M ago29:37

29:37

Send us a Text Message. When the stakes are high and the heat is on, how do our first responders keep their cool? Paige Arnone, creator of Firstgevity, joins us to share the remarkable impact of yoga on the men and women who serve in law enforcement, detailing how a partnership with the Phoenix Police Academy began a journey she could have never im…

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Revolutionizing Recruitment and Leadership in Law Enforcement 18:16

2M ago18:16

18:16

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Travis Yates discusses his recent trip to Las Vegas, where he teamed up with SAFEGUARD Recruiting for an eye-opening seminar. This episode peels back the curtain on the evolution of law enforcement recruitment, a journey that has taken Yates from commanding a unit to confronting the stark realities of to…

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"LIFE IS ONLY REDEEMED THROUGH ART" - HOW SO? 24:32

3M ago24:32

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In this podcast, I reflect on Nietzsche's apercu that "life is only redeemed through art". I consider social, cultural, political and individual aspects of the question. I ask, what help, if any, such reflections might give us when we are faced with the necessity of changing our brutal reality which is that business as usual is not an option if we …

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The 99% Outlaw with Dick Odom 30:42

3M ago30:42

30:42

Send us a Text Message. Dick Odom's journey from the brink of despair to becoming a beacon of hope is nothing short of miraculous. As a seasoned former law enforcement officer and now the director of operations at Thin Blue Connect, Dick graces our show with his harrowing yet inspiring story. He shares the pivotal moments that nearly broke him, his…

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Workicide in Law Enforcement with Stephanie Kiesow 32:32

3M ago32:32

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Send us a Text Message. When Stephanie Kiesow hung up her badge and set her sights on academia, she carried with her the silent weight of a career in law enforcement, a weight many of her brothers and sisters in blue know all too well. In this episode, Stephanie, a former officer turned PhD student and author of "Workicide," offers an unguarded loo…

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WHAT IS FASCISM? 4 - SATURN EATS HIS SON & THE DEATH INSTINCT 23:58

3M ago23:58

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In this wide-ranging podcast, I interpret Goya's painting of the early 1820s, Saturn Eating His Son. This leads me to considerations of Freud's notion of Thanatos or the death instinct, Nietzsche's readings of human cruelty and its relationship to the will to power, current affairs and recent history, particularly with respect to all too common org…

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Eureka Leadership Conference: Day 4 with Travis Yates 6:54

3M ago6:54

6:54

Send us a Text Message. Unlock the essence of leadership with heartfelt reflections from the Eureka County Sheriff's Department Leadership Conference. This week, we wrap up our series with a special focus on day four, as leadership mavens John Kelly and Roland Clee take us through their experiences post-conference. They generously share their insig…

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CAMPUS BUMS OR HOPE FOR THE FUTURE? ON STUDENT PROTESTS - INTERESTING TIMES 79 27:49

3M ago27:49

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In this podcast, I take issue with Professor Steven Pinker's take on the campus protests now spreading through the student body in the USA as revealed by an interview he did with the Radio 4 Today Programme this morning. I also tease out historical resonances with the student unrest that was, like the current protests, also initiated at Columbia Un…

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Eureka Leadership Conference: Day 3 with Sheriff Wayne Ivey 4:51

3M ago4:51

4:51

Send us a Text Message. Imagine stepping up to the leadership plate with the confidence of a seasoned sheriff who's faced down the wildest challenges of the digital age. That's the kind of transformative knowledge we're imparting as we sit down with Roland Clee, dissecting the invaluable lessons delivered by Sheriff Wayne Ivey during the Eureka Cou…

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Eureka Leadership Conference: Day 2 15:08

3M ago15:08

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the essence of leadership that resonates beyond badges and ranks, as we unpack the learnings from the Eureka County Sheriff's Department Leadership Conference. With Roland Clee and John Kelly sharing their wisdom, we delve into how their insights that inspire officers to cultivate a culture of integrity and wellness…

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Eureka Leadership Conference: Day 1 17:56

3M ago17:56

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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a transformative journey with Travis Yates, as he takes you behind the scenes of a profound week in Eureka, Nevada, at a leadership conference hosted by Sheriff Jesse Watts and Undersheriff Tyler Thomas. Te day one summary of this phenomenal gathering of law enforcement leaders is detailed by guest Roland Clee. Joi…

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The Wounded Blue with Lt. Randy Sutton 20:58

3M ago20:58

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Send us a Text Message. When Randy Sutton, founder of The Wounded Blue, takes the stage, you can't help but be moved by his stories of valor and sacrifice. Our latest leadership conference episode transports you to Eureka, Nevada, where Randy's powerful seminar addresses the alarming reality and challenges faced by our law enforcement heroes injure…

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DODGY DAVE? - INTERESTING TIMES 78 16:23

3M ago16:23

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In this podcast, I engage with the UK's Foreign Secretary's pronouncements on the Iranian missile attack on Israel. I argue that the FS' reflections are contradictory and incoherent and reflect the deep dysfunctionality at the heart of UK politics, culture, social arrangements and education system. [Free. 17 minutes.]…

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Courage and Innovation in Law Enforcement with Roland Clee 41:59

3M ago41:59

41:59

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead with valor in the complex world of law enforcement? Roland Clee, a retired non-sworn law enforcement professional with 26 years under his belt, joins us to share his transformative insights on leadership and innovation in the field. From defying conventional divides between civili…

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RETALIATION - INTERESTING TIMES 77 20:31

3M ago20:31

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In this podcast, I reflect on Iran's retaliatory drone attack on Israel, which we expected in the previous podcast and which subsequently happened. I examine configurations in the region which may lead to further escalation and the ramifications globally should this happen. I also consider the authoritarianism in the West, which is growing rapidly,…

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THE DIN OF RATTLING SABRES - INTERESTING TIMES 76 16:54

3M ago16:54

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In this podcast, I reflect on growing geo-political tensions around Iran's intent to retaliate against Israel's attack on its Damascus embassy in which several prominent members of Iran's military were assassinated. I include in my considerations some of the cultural effects of these developments in the UK, particularly the calls for conscription, …

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Serving the Spiritual Needs of First Responders with Jeremy Wade 33:35

3M ago33:35

33:35

Send us a Text Message. When the law falls heavy on those tasked with upholding it, what becomes of their hearts and minds? Jeremy Wade, a former Seattle police officer and now the guiding force behind Mission First Alliance, opens up about his transition from the front lines of law enforcement to leading an organization that heals and supports the…

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The Blueprint for Successful Law Enforcement Recruitment with Tom Sye 41:51

4M ago41:51

41:51

Send us a Text Message. Get ready to crack the code on law enforcement recruitment with our expert guest, Tom Sye, who brings two decades of police service and a mastery in marketing and recruiting to the table. Together, we dissect the symbiotic yet challenging relationship between police departments and marketing firms in the quest for qualified …

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The Politics of Force with Kevin Davis 45:15

4M ago45:15

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the intricate balance between integrity and protocol in law enforcement as we welcome Kevin Davis to the show, a distinguished figure with 39 years experience in law enforcement and security along with an induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame. Kevin sheds light on the complexities officers grapple…

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MUSIC - UP THROUGH THE WOODS 4:41

4M ago4:41

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Guitar improvisation [Free. 4 mins 41 secs]By Pete Yates

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Unmasking the Truth Behind Law Enforcement Hiring Campaigns 17:57

4M ago17:57

17:57

Send us a Text Message. We're confronting the elephant in the room: the real crisis in police recruiting isn't about numbers; it's about leadership. Police departments often mistake flashy websites and costly videos as a quick fix to their recruitment woes, but we're here to tear down this facade and expose the truth. This episode pulls no punches …

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Policing Under Pressure: Fostering Wellness with The Shield Within Podcast 1:25:24

4M ago1:25:24

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Send us a Text Message. When the weight of the badge becomes a heavy burden, where do our law enforcement officers turn for support? Join us alongside Mark The Cop and Dr. David, esteemed voices from The Shield Within podcast, as we traverse the emotional and psychological landscape that officers navigate daily. Together, we delve into the harrowin…

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Tommy Stella - ATGLive March 21, 2024 27:12

4M ago27:12

27:12

Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on a special episode of Around the Galaxy's Force Connect segment as they delve into the vibrant Star Wars universe with comic book writer and internet personality, Tommy Stella. Based in New York, Tommy is known for crafting surreal and fantastical stories that captivate audiences worldwide. In this exclusive 20-2…

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