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August 15, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire to Withstand Every Economic Cycle by Ben Reinberg
Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire to Withstand Every Economic Cycle by Ben Reinberg
https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Assets-Money-Times-Blueprint/dp/B0F2DSW89W
In times of economic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and financial market disruptions, Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times is the ultimate guide to creating and sustaining generational wealth. Written by commercial real estate expert and seasoned investor Ben Reinberg, this book presents the Hard Asset Empire Blueprint¿-a proven framework designed to help you thrive in any market cycle.
Drawing on over 30 years of investment experience, Reinberg delivers an actionable roadmap for acquiring, managing, and leveraging commercial real estate, private credit, Bitcoin-backed assets, and other powerful wealth-building strategies. With real-world case studies, invaluable lessons from the trenches, and strategic insights, this book equips both new and seasoned investors with the knowledge to make smarter decisions, mitigate risks, and maximize returns.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The four foundational elements, cornerstones, keystones, and capstones of building a resilient Hard Asset Empire¿-including a personalized one-page blueprint for designing your own generational wealth strategy.
Proven tactics for navigating high-interest-rate environments and distressed asset opportunities.
How to integrate Bitcoin and tokenized assets into a diversified real estate portfolio.
Why medical office buildings and industrial properties remain recession-resistant cash flow machines.
The essential role of asset protection, tax strategies, and estate planning in wealth preservation.
Hard-earned investment war stories that will help you avoid costly mistakes and accelerate success.
About the author
Ben Reinberg is a leading expert in commercial real estate and strategic wealth-building. With more than three decades of experience and billions in real estate transactions, he is the founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies. Known for his bold investment approach and clear financial strategies, Ben built a portfolio worth over five hundred million dollars, focused on medical and recession-resilient assets. He is also the host of the I Own It podcast and author of Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times. Ben is passionate about helping others create lasting financial freedom through smart investing and leadership.
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August 14, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Before Their Crimes: What We’re Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing by Wendy Smith
Before Their Crimes: What We’re Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing by Wendy Smith
https://www.amazon.com/Before-Their-Crimes-Misunderstanding-Childhood/dp/B0F8BMPW1Z
Juvenile crime doesn’t just happen-there is always a story behind it.
Before Their Crimes: What We’re Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing is a ground-breaking book that sheds new light on the relationship of childhood trauma and juvenile crime. Wendy Smith uses the framework of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to explain how the toxic stress of early childhood trauma can make children vulnerable to committing criminal acts. Smith draws from interviews with twenty men and women from across the racial and social divide who spent years in prison after committing serious crimes as children. Smith not only reveals the pernicious mechanisms that link early trauma to later crime, but also illuminates the potential for healing among even the most egregious offenders.
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August 13, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Detour CEO: 9 Unexpected Turns on the Road to Leadership Success by Paul Perreault
The Detour CEO: 9 Unexpected Turns on the Road to Leadership Success by Paul Perreault
https://www.amazon.com/Detour-CEO-Unexpected-Leadership-Success/dp/B0F2SR5L8J
Leadership doesn’t follow a straight path, and the most effective leaders know how to make strategic turns. In The Detour CEO: 9 Unexpected Turns on the Road to Leadership Success, former CEO Paul Perreault delivers a funny, engaging, and insightful guide to leading with purpose and resilience. Drawing from decades of experience in the specialized global biopharma industry, Paul provides actionable strategies to:
Identify and prioritize your top performers
Navigate organizational challenges with confidence
Balance strategic decisions with personal values
Cultivate a leadership style that fosters growth and loyalty
Through relatable stories and practical advice, Paul dives deep into the nuances of leadership―how to build trust, develop a pipeline of future leaders, and maintain focus in a world of constant distractions. He also challenges traditional notions of success, encouraging leaders to rethink their approach to prioritize people and values over short-term gains.
Packed with thoughtful reflections and actionable takeaways, The Detour CEO is a must-read for leaders at every level who want to make a lasting impact―on their teams, their organizations, and their own lives. This is more than a leadership guide; it’s a roadmap for navigating the complexities of modern leadership while staying true to your authentic self.
About the author
Paul’s new book, The Detour CEO: 9 Unexpected Turns on the Road to Leadership Success, tells the story of that unlikely journey—and the values that guided him every step of the way.
Raised as the second of eight children and married for over 44 years, Paul built his life on faith, grit, and a strong sense of purpose. Early on, his wife taught school while they worked together to create a future defined not by status, but by service. As Paul puts it: “Being a CEO is a job. It’s not who I am. And it can all go away in a heartbeat.” That belief still grounds him today: whether leading teams, mentoring rising executives, or spending time with his grandkids, Paul’s focus remains on people, not positions.
Throughout his career, Paul has been known for his collaborative leadership style, steady temperament, and values-driven approach. He champions a leadership philosophy rooted in service, integrity, collaboration, humility, and innovation—believing these core principles are what truly drive lasting success. Of course, not every value is boardroom-worthy: one of his more personal (and longstanding) convictions is to politely avoid his mom’s meatloaf whenever possible.
Now in what he calls his “grandkid era,” Paul starts each morning with two cappuccinos (non-negotiable), a workout, and prayer. A good day includes some cardio, maybe a little golf, and the kind of red wine that makes dinner feel like a celebration.
Paul believes great leadership is about helping people thrive—identifying where they can add value at any level, in any role.
Today, Paul is available to speak and advise—not just for healthcare organizations, but for a variety of businesses across industries and continents. His insights span leadership, innovation, legacy-building, and the psychology behind values and influences.
Paul isn’t here to sell success. He’s here to talk about what matters once you’ve reached it. Whether he’s on stage, in a boardroom, or mentoring one-on-one, Paul brings a blend of real-world experience, strategic insight, and authenticity that resonates with leaders navigating today’s fast-paced world.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Mary: Intimate Witness to God’s Love Incarnate by Louis McCall
Mary: Intimate Witness to God’s Love Incarnate by Louis McCall
https://www.amazon.com/Mary-Intimate-Witness-Gods-Incarnate/dp/B0DVJ5SZ86
Mary is about the mother of Jesus and the arc of her development from a peasant teenager to an icon in the church, to a bold witness of the Gospel who journeys from Jerusalem to Samaria, to the mostly Gentile church in Antioch of Syria, and finally to Ephesus, a major metropolitan city of Asia Minor. This book tells the story of Mary in the style of a memoir while still being faithful to the canon of scripture in the hopes that women who seek to have their voices heard in a male-dominated society will find inspiration and strength. Also, that all readers will gain a new appreciation for the challenges and fears of Mary, her own need for a savior, and her development into an eyewitness for God’s love through His Son Jesus Christ. Mary shows how one woman can start out simply and yet become a giant of faith and a model of womanhood.
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August 12, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Encyclopedia of emotions: Using your feelings as a navigation system towards a happy life by Vera Helleman
Encyclopedia of emotions: Using your feelings as a navigation system towards a happy life by Vera Helleman
https://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-emotions-feelings-navigation-towards/dp/1097173968
THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF EMOTIONS covers 350 emotions and their interpretations, as well as a helping hand on how to use this information constructively.Emotions guide us, help us recover or take next steps, and give informationabout what our true self needs.Emotions give us feedback on how our inner world is dealing with the outer world. By understanding this, we learn to communicate with our deepest self and we can tune our belief system to who we truly are.By doing this we attract a life that is more and more aligned with our deepest being, freeing the way to live our full potential.With this work, Vera is giving us tangible guidance to help us discover uncharted areas. Not just for ourselves, but also to use as a diagnostic tool.What participants in the training say:“A unique and ground-breaking vision”“This should be included on every social education syllabus”VERA HELLEMAN is a popular inspirational speaker, trainer and writer of the bestseller ‘Eff ortlessly being Yourself’ and above all an expert on feelings. Her work comes from an awake and very precise consciousness which lovingly and lightly confronts people with their own self-sabotaging patterns. She has the gift of translating the emotional world into our daily reality in a down-to-earth-way.Vera has a background in integrative psychotherapy, but, as she puts it, “my greatest teacher has always been life itself.” In her work she explains how a human being functions, how the world of creation works and how to attract a life that suits who you truly are.
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August 11, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Your Healing Is A SONG: Raising your vibrational point of attraction with music by Connie Lansberg
Your Healing Is A SONG: Raising your vibrational point of attraction with music by Connie Lansberg
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Healing-Song-Vibrational-Attraction/dp/B0F6YWFJMR
Unleash the Power of Music to Raise Your Vibration and Transform Your Life
Unlock the secrets of your vibrational point of attraction and experience true healing. This revolutionary book, “Your Healing is a Song,” offers a unique approach to personal transformation through the power of music.
Discover how to:
Release Resistance and Embrace Your Desires: Break free from limiting beliefs and open yourself to a life of emotional mastery
Recalibrate Your Emotional Body: Heal past traumas and emotional wounds through the transformative power of this music because you do not have to relive trauma to release it
Flick the Switch and Fully Connect with Your Divine Guidance System: Tap into your inner wisdom and discover your true purpose.
Master Your Vibrational Point of Attraction: Learn how to manifest your dreams and create the life you desire.
This book includes a collection of songs to raise your vibration and promote healing of the emotional body, where unprocessed trauma gets stuck. Listening to these songs regularly allows you to experience profound shifts in your consciousness and well-being.
Transformational Entertainment at its Finest!
“Your Healing is a Song” is more than just a book; it’s an immersive experience that will empower you to take control of your life and create a brighter future.
About the author
Connie Lansberg is the creator of Transformational Entertainment
—a groundbreaking approach to healing that uses the power of music, story, and sound to gently dislodge stuck energy from the emotional body.
As a jazz singer, composer, soul realignment expert, sound healer, and published author, Connie blends artistic expression with energetic precision. While doctors work with the physical body and therapists guide the mental body, Connie works where transformation is often most needed—the emotional body, where unprocessed trauma quietly blocks our desires and joy. Her soul gift is Divine Communication, and she uses it to craft songs and stories that gently bypass resistance and engage the unconscious mind.
Think of her work as oil for the soul—melodic, heartfelt, and deeply effective. Unlike traditional self-help or spiritual practices that require time-consuming rituals, Connie offers a healing journey that is sustainable, inexpensive, and—above all—fun.
Her songs aren’t just for listening. When sung with the provided backing tracks, they activate healing in a deeper, more embodied way, without judgment or effort. Through her music and books, Connie invites you to explore a new paradigm of healing: one rooted in pleasure, ease, and emotional alchemy.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Building Genuine Relationships: The Leader’s Guide to Connecting… (The Leadership Blueprint) by William Davis
Building Genuine Relationships: The Leader’s Guide to Connecting… (The Leadership Blueprint) by William Davis
https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-Davis/author/B0F3VCLC1X
In a world where leadership often feels cold and distant, “Building Genuine Relationships: The Leader’s Guide to Connecting…” unveils the quiet power of leading with heart. With nearly four decades of experience, William Davis shares the small, intentional acts—moments of trust, empathy, and authentic connection—that transform teams, inspire unshakable loyalty, and drive lasting success. This isn’t just a book about leadership; it’s a blueprint for creating a culture where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. Discover how genuine relationships can redefine your impact—and why they’re the true heart of extraordinary leadership.
About the author
For over three decades, William C. Davis has dedicated his career to helping executives, managers, and aspiring leaders build the confidence and skills needed to lead effectively. William doesn’t just talk about leadership—he brings it to life. Whether he’s delivering an inspiring keynote, leading an interactive workshop, or working one-on-one with a mentee, he makes leadership development engaging, practical, and impactful. To further his mission, William is writing The Leadership Blueprint series, a collection of books that explore the core principles of great leadership. Leadership isn’t about control—it’s about influence. It’s not about being the loudest in the room—it’s about empowering others to succeed. William C. Davis has spent a lifetime learning, practicing, and teaching leadership, and he’s ready to help you and your team take the next step toward success.
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August 10, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Exploring the Final Frontier: SSAI’s Quest to Revolutionize Earth and Space Science with Jason Dietrich
Exploring the Final Frontier: SSAI’s Quest to Revolutionize Earth and Space Science with Jason Dietrich
About the Guest(s):
Jason Dietrich is a passionate STEM educator and communications specialist at Science Systems and Applications Inc. (SSAI), based near Goddard Space Flight Center, Maryland. With a background marked by an early diagnosis of hyperlexia, a form of autism, Jason turned academic challenges into a thriving career in STEM. He uses his expertise in social media outreach and podcasting to spotlight inspiring stories and broaden the reach of scientific communication. Jason embodies his commitment to STEM by empowering the next generation of innovators through storytelling, community engagement, and dynamic education activities.
Episode Summary:
In this exciting episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss sits down with Jason Dietrich, a communications specialist at Science Systems and Applications Inc. Jason shares his journey from being diagnosed with hyperlexia—a form of autism—to becoming an influential figure in the STEM field. His story is one of transformation and inspiration, highlighting the importance of supportive educators and the power of passion-driven careers.
The conversation delves into the mission of SSAI, a woman-owned small business that advances science, engineering, and technology to solve the world’s most pressing issues. Jason discusses the company’s partnerships with organizations like NASA and NOAA, and its commitment to turning complex data into actionable solutions for global challenges. Key topics include SSAI’s role in lifesaving weather modeling, remote sensing for water quality, and citizen science initiatives. The episode wraps with insights about SSAI’s hiring opportunities and internship programs, encouraging those with a passion for science and innovation to join their mission.
Key Takeaways:
Jason Dietrich transformed personal academic challenges into a successful career in STEM, demonstrating the impact of supportive educational environments.
Science Systems and Applications Inc. (SSAI) collaborates with NASA and NOAA to develop cutting-edge technology solutions addressing critical societal and environmental challenges.
SSAI’s initiatives include lifesaving weather models, remote sensing innovations, and engagement through citizen science and storytelling.
The company is hiring and offers robust internship programs, inviting passionate individuals to contribute to science and innovation.
Science is vital for fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovative solutions to the world’s complex problems.
Notable Quotes:
“Hyperlexia is not a disability but it is a superpower.” – Jason Dietrich
“At SSAI, our mission is to expand knowledge of the universe through cutting-edge solutions.” – Jason Dietrich
“Whether it’s through innovation, education, or empowerment, our goal is simple – to leave the world better than we found it.” – Jason Dietrich
“We can’t exclude people like myself who might be neurodiverse because you don’t know who might find a cure for diseases like cancer.” – Jason Dietrich
“There’s no one right way of thinking in STEM; it provides multiple avenues of opportunity.” – Jason Dietrich
Resources:
SSAI YouTube Channel: Search for “Science Systems and Applications Incorporated” on YouTube
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August 7, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – A Caregiver’s Companion: Spiritual Support for the Stressed-out Soul by Cynthia B. Stotlar
A Caregiver’s Companion: Spiritual Support for the Stressed-out Soul by Cynthia B. Stotlar
https://www.amazon.com/Caregivers-Companion-Spiritual-Support-Stressed-out/dp/1462712886
Cynthiastotlarhedbergbooks.com
THE CHIPMUNK AND THE LEOPARD: The chipmunk makes friends with the Leopard, but refuses to lend him his cutlass to help him fashion a drum. The Leopard uses his claws to create his drum and sets in the sun to dry. Someone plays the drum and uses it to insult the Leopard.
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August 6, 2025
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces by Lisa Skinner
Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces by Lisa Skinner
https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Lies-Alzheimers-Secret-Faces/dp/195734413X
TRUTH, LIES & ALZHEIMER’S Its Secret Faces is a concise guide to navigating the heartbreaking challenges of having a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias.
Through a rich trove of stories culled from her years in the eldercare industry, author Lisa Skinner offers insight into the difficult questions families face, including:
– How do I respond to a loved one’s false belief?
– Am I abandoning my parent if I place them in the care of professionals?
– How do we make the best of our time left together?
Skinner’s original thinking and counter-intuitive solutions provide family members, spouses, children, caregivers, and others with the tools they need to effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease.
Readers will feel empowered to work through the difficulties of the disease and return to what matters – enjoying their remaining time with their loved one.
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