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Today · 43 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION: A CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS? by Dan Ostrander
THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION: A CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS? by Dan Ostrander Danostranderbooks.com https://www.amazon.ca/WAR-POWERS-RESOLUTION-CONSTITUTIONAL-CRISIS/dp/B0GZC3Y86R The War Powers Resolution: A Constitutional Crisis? by Gerald R. Ford offers a concise yet powerful examination of the struggle between presidential authority and congressional control over military action. Drawing on historical examples, legal analysis, and his own experience as President, Ford explores the origins and consequences of the 1973 War Powers Resolution. He questions its practicality, constitutionality, and impact on U.S. foreign policy during times of crisis. Blending real-world case studies with insightful commentary, this book sheds light on one of the most enduring debates in American government. Ideal for students, history enthusiasts, and readers interested in politics, it provides a thought-provoking look at how the United States balances leadership, law, and national security in a complex global landscape. About the author Daniel Ostrander is a retired professor of history with 38 years of teaching experience at Butte College. Renowned for his in-depth analyses of U.S. presidents’ leadership, Ostrander has personally interacted with nine Presidents, gaining rare insights into their leadership styles and policies. Having co-authored works with leaders like President Gerald Ford and President George H.W. Bush, Ostrander brings unparalleled expertise to American history books. His experiences range from advising on historical political strategy, U.S.-China relations and monitoring international elections alongside President Jimmy Carter. His dedication to preserving historical accuracy and contextual understanding has inspired countless students and readers.
Thursday · 21 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Tom Clancy Pressure Depth by Jack Stewart
Tom Clancy Pressure Depth by Jack Stewart https://www.amazon.com/Clancy-Pressure-Depth-Jack-Novel/dp/B0GQF8ZW6Z Some secrets are best left at the bottom of the ocean. But since that’s not in Jack Ryan, Jr.’s nature, he’ll battle all of China to stop them from finding a weapon of immense destructive power in the latest entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Jack Ryan Jr. is on Guam to work on a project for Hendley Associates. It’s a perfectly ordinary insurance matter, but trouble finds the Ryans wherever they go. So, it’s no surprise when Jack’s involvement with a US Navy dive team working off the coast uncovers a threat to international security. For years, rumors persisted that the Soviets had placed a device for tracking American submarines on the sea floor. By now, the technology should be outdated. But the Americans are still interested in recovering it. It’s a seemingly routine mission until they make a shocking discovery: the defensive network they thought they were looking for is actually a weapon unlike anything they’ve ever seen. That explains the arrival of a Chinese special operations team who seem determined to get their hands on the aging tech, even if they have to kill to do it. They’re sure they can handle the Americans. But they don’t know Jack.
Wednesday · 47 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – A Journey of Insights: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy by James G. Ellis
A Journey of Insights: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy by James G. Ellis https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Insights-Lessons-Leadership-Legacy/dp/1493096087 Jamesgellisauthor.com A Journey of Insights draws upon the lessons James G. Ellis learned while a teacher and dean of USC’s Marshall School of Business as well as those he absorbed during his preceding years at Harvard Business School and in business. In trying to plot the roadmap for a successful business life, his stories show illustratively the secrets or ingredients of how business schools and their students can prosper. At the core of his message is the central theme that listening to voices around you throughout life is the key to success. In essence, ears can speak louder than voices. Before entering academia, author James G. Ellis built a distinguished career in business. He served as President and CEO of Porsche Design’s American operations and owned, operated, or partnered in multiple companies spanning retail, manufacturing, and distribution. A graduate of Harvard Business School and the University of New Mexico, Ellis has received numerous honors for teaching, mentorship, and leadership, including USC’s Golden Apple Award, the Teaching Has No Boundaries Award, and recognition as one of USC’s most influential professors. He remains active as a consultant, advisor, and board member, continuing to share insights from more than five decades in business and education. Ellis and his wife, Dr. Gail Ellis, reside in Southern California. Together they have five children and twelve grandchildren.
Wednesday · 34 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Alchemist Z: The Evolution Continues by Jack Groverland Jr.
Alchemist Z: The Evolution Continues by Jack Groverland Jr. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H864BZQF ALCHEMIST Z is a novel featuring a modern day alchemist who has extraordinary magical powers but hasn’t got even a hint of scruples. Thus, it is a story of intrigue, suspense and paranormal mystery. It involves a priest, having lost his faith and is on the verge of suicide, a Hollywood actor on the verge of stardom, a millennial girl in search of life’s meaning, and an old detective who knows when someone is lying without the need of a polygraph. And then there is ALCHEMIST Z who has been alive since the ninth century, living in stolen bodies down through the ages. The chance meeting of these characters and their interactions results in mayhem, lust, murder, love and transcendental magic. You will be shocked over and over again as you try to anticipate what will happen next in this masterfully twisted thriller about people trying to hold on to their views of reality. Your own views of reality will be seriously challenged by Z. DON’T MISS THIS ORIGINAL MIND CHALLENGING NOVEL.
Wednesday · 20 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Bride of Jesus by Oried E Graves
Bride of Jesus by Oried E Graves https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FXNFR5LQ Christredeemsme.com Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God and becomes part of the body and Church of Christ. The Church is the bride of Jesus on earth, and Jesus is her Bridegroom. He died to redeem her from sin and death, and He rose again to prepare a place for her in heaven where she becomes His wife. Jesus made His Church His bride on earth and His wife in heaven because she kept His Word and abided in His love, just as He kept His Father’s Word and abided in His love (John 15:10). Before the Church could become the wife of Christ, she first had to be redeemed into the spiritual image and likeness of God. Only Christ could redeem His Church, for she was created in His image and likeness as His closest relative. Jesus did not redeem her merely to marry her He redeemed her because He was already united with her from creation, and He came to save her from sin and the lake of fire. Do you believe this truth? You should want to if you don’t. For this is the greatest life mankind can live on earth or in heaven (Matthew 11:11).
Tuesday · 26 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – UFO February: Sci-Fi, Space Aliens, and Unidentified Flying Objects By C.A. Hartnell
UFO February: Sci-Fi, Space Aliens, and Unidentified Flying Objects By C.A. Hartnell Cahartnell.com Step into 1956 with Pete and Carol Ann for a thrilling mystery filled with UFO secrets, strange happenings, friendship, humor, and childhood wonder! When an eccentric neighbor arrives with stories of Roswell and secret government projects, an ordinary California neighborhood becomes the center of an unforgettable adventure. Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this wholesome chapter book blends 1950s nostalgia, gentle mystery, faith, and courage—with fun bonus features for young readers. Description What if the eccentric new neighbor next door has actually visited a real UFO crash site? It’s February 1956 in El Monte, California, and eleven-year-old Carol Ann’s quiet world changes when Pete’s colorful Uncle Sci parks his shiny Airstream trailer next door. His stories about Roswell, mysterious lights, and secret government projects spark an unforgettable adventure. But when Carol Ann’s older sister seems to be watched by something strange, the mystery becomes all too real. With Buddy the beagle leading the way, Pete and Carol Ann follow clues, explore eerie happenings, and discover that some mysteries are bigger than they ever imagined. Can they uncover the truth before Leap Year arrives? Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this wholesome chapter book blends gentle mystery, 1950s nostalgia, friendship, humor, and faith into an exciting adventure. Bonus features include a glossary of 1950s slang, a sci-fi vocabulary guide, a list of classic science fiction films, Carol Ann’s Crescent Moon Cookies recipe, and encouraging Bible verses about the Armor of God. Join Pete and Carol Ann for a heartwarming mystery full of childhood wonder, courage, and unforgettable adventure—then continue the fun in the next book of the 1956 mystery series!
August 23 · 38 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Stepping Stones to Personal Healing: A Traditional Physician Goes Beyond the Limitations of His Medical Background and Embraces the World of Holistic Health by Robert Koppen
Stepping Stones to Personal Healing: A Traditional Physician Goes Beyond the Limitations of His Medical Background and Embraces the World of Holistic Health by Robert Koppen https://www.amazon.com/Stepping-Stones-Personal-Healing-Traditional-ebook/dp/B0G6LLFVWL Drrobertkoppen.com We know now that our habitual thoughts and feelings determine how the physical world, which includes our body, responds to us. With this book, Dr. Koppen hopes to provide us with some tools that can help us adjust our thought and feeling patterns in a way that will invoke a new response from our earthly environment. We can then replace our old programs of self-inflicted suffering and illness with a more expanded outlook on life, which will bring us new hope and happiness, as well as healing to our human family and our planet. We all know how much this is needed at this time. About the author Robert N. Koppen, MD, born in Amsterdam, began his career in ear, nose, and throat surgery before shifting his focus to mind-body medicine. After studying the body-mind-spirit connection in Holland, England, and the U.S., he has spent more than 26 years in Scottsdale, Arizona helping clients release emotional and mental patterns that contribute to physical illness. His work includes emotional release therapy, spiritual counseling, and international phone-based consultations. He is honored by Marquis Who’s Who.
August 23 · 31 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – My Path to Global International Relations: A semi-autobiographical textbook by Dr Vendulka Kubalkova
My Path to Global International Relations: A semi-autobiographical textbook by Dr Vendulka Kubalkova https://www.amazon.com/Path-Global-International-Relations-semi-autobiographical/dp/B0GJSFG95W Drvkubalkova.com My Path to Global International Relations is a semi-autobiographical textbook. Textbooks are comprehensive compilations of content in a branch of study students learn. Textbooks are produced to meet primarily the needs of educators. They come with ready-made PowerPoints, quizzes, videos, lesson-by-lesson schedules, etc., to facilitate the teacher’s job. Unlike textbooks but like fiction generally, the autobiographical format of this work is designed primarily with a reader in mind: to be learned in an enjoyable way since it tells a real-life story. It is a story of “study abroad” gone awry at the height of the Cold War. The permission to study abroad in the Communist country came with strings attached: a KGB espionage assignment. The author’s home Prague, and she was only 24 at the time, was occupied by tanks. It became a moral issue for her, and having been blackmailed into accepting the espionage assignment, she blew her cover in England, where she was to study on a British scholarship. It started a lonely path of exile through international relations, statelessness, undocumented, and, for decades, unable to go home. It led to a challenging but successful career as a Professor of International Relations in several countries. Standard textbooks quickly become out of date, the Preface stresses, the “Globe is in everybody’s living room.” Many stories and animated learning videos are referenced throughout this book and available separately. The chapter’s topics are interdisciplinary with history excursions, the philosophy of knowledge, social sciences, postcolonial studies, and sociology of knowledge (challenges universities face), and it introduces some of her friends and colleagues, the prominent scholars of the field of International Relations.
August 20 · 41 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Dogs Don’t Bark at Parked Cars: Your GPS in an Era of Hyper-Change by Jeff Piersall
Dogs Don’t Bark at Parked Cars: Your GPS in an Era of Hyper-Change by Jeff Piersall https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683504461 Linkedin.com/in/jeffpiersall Some attribute it to Aristotle, but whether the great Greek philosopher said it or not doesn’t affect its timeless truth. “If you want to avoid criticism, all you have to do is say nothing, do nothing and be nothing.” If on the other hand, you decide your life is purposed for something worthy and being on the playing field is preferred to sitting in the stands, there is something you are sure to encounter; what Jeff Piersall and Eric Wright call “barking dogs.” Dogs Don’t Bark at Parked Cars illustrates this encounter as the voices that find fault, who don’t think it’s possible, who are unable to see a future alive with opportunities waiting to be seized. They are the ones governed by fear instead of faith. Unfortunately, many times the loudest of these barking dogs are kenneled right in most people’s own heads. For Jeff and Eric, that priceless quality is wisdom. It goes beyond knowledge or aptitude and transcends this era of cultural and technological hyper-change, with principles that are timeless.
August 19 · 47 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Artificial Intelligence Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Ensuring Trust, Security, and Ethics in AI-Based System by Dr. Kellep A. Charles AIGP CISSP
Artificial Intelligence Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Ensuring Trust, Security, and Ethics in AI-Based System by Dr. Kellep A. Charles AIGP CISSP https://www.amazon.com/Artificial-Intelligence-Governance-Risk-Compliance/dp/B0GYJD5D6X Kellepcharles.com Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing many industries, but with its power comes responsibility. “AI Governance: Ensuring Trust, Security, and Ethics in AI-Based Systems” is your guide to navigating the challenges of responsible AI development and deployment. Written by cybersecurity expert Dr. Kellep A. Charles, this essential resource connects AI innovation with ethical practices. Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, data scientist, business leader, policymaker, or student, this book offers practical frameworks for managing AI risks, ensuring compliance, and creating trustworthy systems. Inside, you’ll find: Foundational AI concepts and the development of machine learning technologies Insights into agentic AI systems, including their benefits, risks, and governance needs Real-world applications of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework Strategies for managing the entire AI development lifecycle Practical threat modeling and security testing methods for AI systems Techniques for data governance, privacy protection, and reducing bias Current laws, standards, and regulations such as GDPR and the EU AI Act Step-by-step guidance for creating AI cybersecurity frameworks Protocols for incident response, monitoring, and maintaining deployed AI systems Tools, certifications, and organizational resources for AI security testing What makes this book unique? It includes real-world case studies, detailed checklists, sample governance policies, and templates for assessing AI impact. This book turns abstract AI ethics into concrete action plans. It addresses critical risks like model poisoning, adversarial attacks, data protection, and algorithmic fairness, providing practical strategies for mitigation. It is ideal for professionals seeking AIGP certification, organizations establishing AI governance programs, or anyone dedicated to responsible AI innovation. The book offers easy-to-understand explanations for non-technical readers while delivering the depth that practitioners need. Create AI systems that are powerful yet transparent, accountable, and aligned with human values. In a time when AI failures can have serious consequences, this book shows you how to ensure AI serves everyone safely and ethically. Learn to manage AI before it manages you.
August 18 · 40 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Greatest Love: Lessons for Living with Extraordinary Courage–Even After the Worst Day of Your Life by Tim Brown
The Greatest Love: Lessons for Living with Extraordinary Courage–Even After the Worst Day of Your Life by Tim Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593981391 Fftim.com “A powerful reminder that true courage is measured not in strength but in service to others . . . Tim Brown doesn’t just tell a story of survival—he delivers a blueprint for leadership under the most extreme circumstances imaginable.”—Gary Sinise “I was profoundly moved by Tim’s story of resilience, faith, and enduring purpose.”—Admiral William McRaven, from the foreword Decorated FDNY firefighter, 9/11 survivor, and expert emergency manager Tim Brown shares the lessons he’s learned about grief, resilience, sacrificial love, and transforming pain into purpose. Would you be able to stand again after the worst day of your life? How do you keep serving and leading when the task is heavy and the cost is high? On September 11, 2001, FDNY firefighter and emergency manager Tim Brown was inside the World Trade Center complex when the towers fell. Nearly one hundred of his friends and colleagues were killed. He lived—and vowed to never forget. Then came September 12. And every day after that. Days spent first surviving, then grieving, then learning how to transform pain into purpose. Drawing on decades in fire service, disaster response, and national security, as well as on the lessons learned from the fallen heroes, Brown distills the principles of sacrificial service that he forged in the midst of pressure, trauma, and great personal cost. In The Greatest Love, you’ll learn: • How to re-discover purpose by finding your sacrificial why • What nine therapists missed about managing grief—and the process that finally worked • Why establishing the DNA of sacrificial service in your life is key • How to connect with your brotherhood and leave a legacy Sacrificial service is the greatest love any of us can show. This means carrying the load when no one is watching, putting service before self-protection, and not letting your loss dictate who you become. Step beyond survival and into a life marked by purpose, resilience, and grace.
August 18 · 29 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Raid: More Than A Body Ought To Bear by Robert J Rosenbaum
The Raid: More Than A Body Ought To Bear by Robert J Rosenbaum https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684866227 Robertjrosenbaum.com When the DEA raids Jake Grummond’s dairy in the wee hours of an August morning they find no drugs but they devastate the dairy and turn Jake’s wife into a basket case. With little help from the legal system, Jake takes the hunt for who falsely fingered him, into his own hands. County Sheriff C.W. Blakenship also tries to unravel the reason for the ill-fated raid. They keep meeting, locked in a dance neither acknowledges, as their hunts reach an explosive climax neither foresaw.
August 17 · 56 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids’ Learning–and How to Help Them Thrive Again by Jared Cooney Horvath PhD Med.
The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids’ Learning–and How to Help Them Thrive Again by Jared Cooney Horvath PhD Med. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GPR5NXSM Educator and neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath reveals why digital tools in school consistently undermine learning—and what parents, teachers, and schools can do to push back with purpose. Our children are struggling. Schools, once alive with human connection, are now dominated by screens and digital tools. The result is unmistakable: declining performance, fractured attention, and the slow erosion of rigorous thought. For the first time in recent history, children are falling behind previous generations on many key measures of cognitive development. In The Digital Delusion, neuroscientist and educator Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath reveals how the widespread use of laptops, tablets, and classroom software is undermining how children learn and develop. Drawing on decades of research, he provides practical tools for families to reassess device use at home, equips educators with the means to restore attention-rich learning environments, and helps schools make smarter decisions about technology. He exposes and dismantles the central myths driving the EdTech movement and lays out a clear path for putting people—not programs—back at the center of education. This is not a call to reject technology. It’s a call to reclaim real learning. About the author Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and best-selling author who specializes in human learning and brain development. He is the creator of The Learning Blueprint, an international award-winning program helping educators and students understand how learning actually works. Jared has conducted research and taught at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Melbourne, and has worked with more than 1,000 schools around the world. He is the author of six books, has published over fifty research articles, and his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and PBS’s NOVA. He currently serves as Director of LME Global, an organization dedicated to bringing cutting-edge brain and behavioral science to educators, students, and communities.
August 17 · 27 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed by Benton Savage
Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed by Benton Savage https://www.amazon.com/Wrong-Side-Out-Madness-Misdiagnosed-ebook/dp/B0GRPVD4NX In Wrong Side Out, Benton Savage tells a starkly honest story of living through prolonged confusion, loss of control, and the slow work of reclaiming himself. Told from the inside, the memoir captures what it feels like when judgment falters, reality bends, and everyday decisions carry unexpected consequences, often with lasting personal cost. Savage writes openly about isolation, damaged relationships, and moments when his own instincts could not be trusted, yet the book resists easy explanations or tidy redemption. Instead, it follows a long, uneven path marked by resistance, collapse, persistence, and gradual clarity. The struggle is not abstract or symbolic; it unfolds through real events, real mistakes, and the determination to keep going when forward motion feels impossible. At its core, Wrong Side Out is a story of endurance and self-reclamation, of learning to live with limits without erasing identity, and of finding steadiness after years of imbalance. It is not about labels or diagnoses, but about what it takes to regain footing, rebuild trust in oneself, and fully reengage with life on one’s own terms. About the author Benton Savage’s life story is as rich and varied as his lines of writing. His time spent navigating personal changes and traversing the diverse landscapes has indelibly shaped his perspective and literary voice. Today, Benton resides in Fort Walton Beach, Florida where he balances his property management business with his true passion, writing. His daily dedication to capturing his thoughts and experiences on paper is a testament to his unwavering commitment to exploring the complexities of the human condition. His recently released poetry book, Fortune Cookies:100 Sayings to Help you Navigate Life’s Challenges, a unique collection of poetic musings that mirrors the paper fortunes found in the heart of a cookie, reached number one on Amazon for new poetry in August 2024. Savage’s coming-of-age novel, Free and Satisfied, explores issues with impulsivity, alcohol, and nuances of an interracial relationship, was published in April 2025.
August 17 · 36 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Leadersh!t: A Look at the Broken Leadership System in Corporate America That Accepts Leaders Who are Really Good at Being Bad by Rande Somma
Leadersh!t: A Look at the Broken Leadership System in Corporate America That Accepts Leaders Who are Really Good at Being Bad by Rande Somma https://www.amazon.com/LEADERSH-Broken-Leadership-Corporate-America/dp/1634919343 With humble beginnings in a small, low-income home in Pittsburgh to over 40 years of business experience including serving as a Chairman, Vice-Chairman and member of several corporate boards of directors, being a corporate officer and running a $20 billion global operation for Johnson Controls, Inc., Automotive Operations, Worldwide, Rande Somma has seen some things in the context of leadership that deeply disturbed him. Somma brings an empathetic top-down perspective to the problem of corporate leadership and the chasm of disconnect that often exists between the workers, management, and the C-suite executives. His book looks at lowered standards for leaders, higher compensation, and the path of convenience, fraud, greed, and corruption that leaders are more often choosing over obligation to their duties. Recently, American businesses have been looking for and hiring leaders who are willing to do anything to elevate our companies to be “successful”, to be the “best”. The author contends that what is considered to be “successful” and the “best” has changed over the past several years or decades to refer almost exclusively to financial gain. While leaders we hire are supposed to be individuals talented in the art of leading people, they are now those guys and gals who are more talented at being financial wizards and creating the illusion that the business is fundamentally sound. This book is about what we have surrendered in the process of our hyper focus on financial gains, and that includes the exceptional return on investment of integrity. The author presents a narrative about what he perceives as a serious and disturbing truth that is incrementally infecting companies both large and small. This truth that was once unacceptable has now become not just acceptable but expected and normal with regard to leadership in corporate America. Somma demonstrates through his personal stories and others’ experiences how corporate American leadership has descended into leadershit. While many of his stories are based on his own experience in the auto industry, Somma sees the problem as a more pervasive issue. It was not just the auto industry having a bad year or two; the pattern was repeated in other companies and industries and in other leadership situations. He recognized this as a leadership system that doesn’t serve us anymore, and therefore, it is the system that is the problem. Somma shows how we – all of us – are paying for leadershit’s lack of commitment to absolute integrity, authenticity, and real performance. While this book walks through Somma’s own tangles with the facets of leadership over the course of his professional career with many organizations, he encourages the reader to recognize the challenges that we all face and for all of us to emerge with solutions and as authentic leaders.
August 16 · 39 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Stoic Alcoholic: It’s Not Only About Counting Days by Benton Savage
The Stoic Alcoholic: It’s Not Only About Counting Days by Benton Savage https://www.amazon.com/Stoic-Alcoholic-Only-About-Counting/dp/B0H1RRSBXV After thirty years of addiction, broken relationships, and self-sabotage, Benton Savage reaches a turning point. The Stoic Alcoholic is an honest and deeply reflective journey through sobriety, discipline, and personal responsibility. Through daily entries, Savage confronts the habits that nearly destroyed his life while applying timeless Stoic principles to rebuild it one day at a time. Raw, real, and unfiltered, this book is not just about quitting alcohol. It’s about taking control, finding purpose, and choosing a better path forward.
August 14 · 57 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – WHAT DO 11 U.S. PRESIDENTS, the DALAI LAMA and WHOOPI HAVE in COMMON? by Patrick O’Donnell
WHAT DO 11 U.S. PRESIDENTS, the DALAI LAMA and WHOOPI HAVE in COMMON? by Patrick O’Donnell https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVG1G21C Patrickinfocus.com He photographed 11 U.S. presidents. But this California photojournalist’s 60-year career was about more than just the leaders of the free world. It was also about the evolution of modern journalism and one photographer’s quest to capture iconic images along the way. Patrick O’Donnell’s journey began in high school, when he caught the photojournalism bug from a master teacher. By college, he was taking pictures for his student newspaper, then working full-time for local papers while still in school. Early assignments included Richard Nixon’s failed California governor bid and Eisenhower’s 1964 Rose Bowl appearance. So began O’Donnell’s front-row view of history. His warm, personal stories take you behind the lens and scenes of inside access chatting confidentially with George H.W. Bush at an event and capturing images of Nixon’s resignation day at El Toro marine base. Much more than presidents alone, this memoir follows O’Donnell through adventures covering sports, local events, fairs and entertainers like Kevin Costner and Tony Bennett. We ride along to meet everyone from Dr. “Bee Man” Norm Gary to Groucho Marx feeding grapes to Alice Cooper. The Dalai Lama, Margaret Thatcher and Jerry Brown sprinkle the narrative too. Part journalism passion project, part who’s who of 55+ years behind closed doors, this richly illustrated book memorializes an era when newspapers still ruled – before cell phones and digital film crowded out the dark room. Personal, humorous stories make this insider’s chronicle a must-read photo memoir for any news junkie and photography buff.
August 13 · 26 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Shadows Of Justice by David Hasty
Shadows Of Justice by David Hasty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G8KQNKRG https://www.facebook.com/david.hasty.7 “There’s a fine line between saving lives and losing your own in the process.” Eighteen-year-old Evan Drake has always lived in two worlds. By day, he’s a struggling student trying to keep up with grades, track practice, and a family still healing from loss. By night, he becomes Shadow-the masked apprentice of Vanguard, Crescent City’s legendary vigilante. But every lesson comes with a cost. Every victory leaves a scar. And as the Syndicate’s criminal network tightens its grip on the city, Evan’s double life begins to unravel. His relationships fracture, his body breaks, and his conscience fades under the weight of “justice.” When a mysterious voice on the comms warns him that Vanguard’s mission isn’t what it seems, Evan must choose between loyalty and truth-between being the weapon his mentor forged, or the hero his city truly needs. Shadows of Justice is a gripping, character-driven vigilante thriller that explores how far one boy will go to protect others before the darkness consumes him. Fans of Batman: Year One, Daredevil, and Nightwing will find a hauntingly human take on heroism, sacrifice, and the cost of wearing the mask. About the author David Hasty was born on September 15, 1971, in Ahoskie, North Carolina. David has always been drawn to the mysteries of life—both seen and unseen. A lifelong learner and natural storyteller, he has built a career that bridges science, humanity, and quiet spirituality. A graduate of North Carolina State University, he later earned his Master’s degree in Education Administration from East Carolina University. For over 15 years, he has served as a high school science teacher, where his passion for discovery, curiosity, and connection has inspired countless students. Before his time in education, he worked in 911 emergency services and as a Quality Control Chemist, roles that gave him a unique understanding of people, precision, and the delicate balance between chaos and order. Outside the classroom, David Hasty is a proud father of three children—Jenna, his oldest daughter; Alex, his middle son; and Hannah, his youngest. Though divorced, he cherishes the close bond he shares with his children and finds joy in simple, grounding routines—cooking, singing, reading, and enjoying a quiet cup of coffee. Writing has always been his creative refuge. From his earliest years, he found comfort in books and storytelling, often imagining new worlds while reading survival stories or exploring nature. Today, his fiction reflects the same curiosity and wonder that have defined his life—a blend of imagination, empathy, and a subtle spiritual awareness that guides his characters and themes. While his stories are fictional, they are deeply influenced by his belief that there’s a greater design in life—something spiritual that shapes every experience and connection. Through his writing, he hopes to remind readers that there is always light to be found, meaning to be discovered, and hope to be shared in the stories we tell.
August 13 · 24 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Random Thoughts by C Oliver Stewart
Random Thoughts by C Oliver Stewart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSCJMS5R My book is a collection of emails I have sent and received over the past fifty years and jokes I have told, heard, and made up. These are humorous, serious, stupid, and maybe soul-searching. Enjoy!
August 13 · 21 min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Way Back To Being by Tom Askman
The Way Back To Being by Tom Askman https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDN6BHMN Tomaskman.com https://www.youtube.com/@catholicpositiveenergy What if the path to joy, purpose, and love was already within you? In The Way Back to BEing, Tom Askman-artist, professor, and spiritual guide-shares a life-changing roadmap for returning to your truest self. Through deeply personal stories, hard-won insights, and practical tools, this book invites you to move beyond the noise of the ego and external expectations and rediscover your intuitive, heart-centered nature. Based on over five decades of teaching and spiritual exploration, this transformative guide explores themes of mindfulness, heart-brain coherence, emotional healing, and authentic living. You’ll learn how to break free from societal “somebody training” and align with your inner guidance-what Askman calls your BEing. It’s time to reconnect. Time to awaken. Time to live from the inside out. Start your journey today-your Way Back to BEing awaits.

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