The Chris Voss Show

The Lies, the Truth, and the Food We Eat by Merrill Rounds https://www.amazon.com/Lies-Truth-Food-We-Eat/dp/1644680548 Can you tell which food is real and what fake food is? Look closely at the cover of this book; many thanks to Marlene Rounds for this concept, design, and photography. The bottom line is what is in the real interest of Big Pharma, the FDA, and our government? Are they looking out for our best interest? Or are they taking bribes to line their own pockets at the expense of the very taxpayers they are supposed to represent? Some things have to change to regain our trust and make these institutions viable again. I hope this small book will spark enough interest to make you “really want to know” what’s really going on with our food supply in the United States.

In this insightful conversation, Kevin G. Armstrong, author and EOS implementer, challenges the conventional views on leadership and management. He explains how true leaders differ from effective managers, highlighting key traits that successful managers possess, like empathy and accountability. Armstrong argues for the importance of processes over goals in achieving sustainable success. He shares intriguing insights on personality traits that affect management roles and emphasizes the need for complementary partnerships between visionaries and managers.

Henry Yoshida, co-founder and CEO of Rocket Dollar, shares insights on transforming retirement savings through alternative investments like real estate and cryptocurrency. He emphasizes the importance of consistent saving behavior over rigid targets and discusses the benefits of tax-deferred growth within IRAs. Henry also addresses the rising healthcare costs that can impact retirement security. With a focus on empowering individuals, he details how Rocket Dollar simplifies investing retirement accounts in diverse assets, making financial management more accessible.

Join Phyllis Coletta, an ordained Zen Buddhist chaplain and former attorney, as she dives into the chaotic world of our minds with her book about meditation. She uses a playful puppy metaphor to explain how to train our minds for calmness and focus. Phyllis shares practical meditation practices like 'sit', 'stay', and 'leave it', and highlights the importance of personal transformation. Her insights on avoiding social media noise and the notion that one cannot train others in mindfulness make for an engaging and enlightening conversation.

Louis McCall, an author and former U.S. diplomat, discusses his book The Epic of God, a speculative fiction that portrays God's overarching narrative. He reveals how God's redemption plan was in place before creation and describes the contrast between divine goodness and satanic corruption. McCall shares personal encounters with the divine and the impact of his global experiences on his faith. He emphasizes God's role as the central character and hopes readers connect biblical history to their spiritual journeys.

Ebrima Jallow, founder and CEO of the nostalgia-driven social platform Trippz, shares his journey from concept to creation, highlighting the challenges of bootstrapping while working full-time. He emphasizes Trippz's unique ability to reconnect users through cherished memories across generations. Jallow contrasts his platform with traditional memory apps, advocating for a more interactive experience. The conversation also dives into the impact of nostalgia on advertising and the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship.

Peter H. Thomas, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, shares insights from his life, including founding Century 21 Real Estate Canada. He discusses his Five Foundations for an extraordinary life: values, focus, visualization, inspiration, and reflection. Peter emphasizes the importance of clarifying personal values to guide decisions. He recounts lessons from his early military life and how mentorship shaped his giving ethos. Lastly, he reframes failure as a step toward success and encourages active pursuit of opportunities for a vibrant life.

Leif Bristow, an award-winning director and producer renowned for his work with Hallmark, joins to dive into the fascinating story of Tia Zhang from "Dancing Through the Shadow." He shares Tia's inspiring journey as a ballerina navigating love and loss during Mao's Cultural Revolution. Leif discusses the challenges of adapting Agnes Bristow’s compelling narrative into a film, touching on themes of resilience and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Tune in for insights into filmmaking and Tia's remarkable fight for freedom.

The Creative’s Mind: How Exceptional Artists Think, Make, and Perform by Jim Afremow PhD, Phil White https://www.amazon.com/Creatives-Mind-Exceptional-Artists-Perform/dp/1637746881 In every creator’s journey, there comes a stage where mental challenges are bigger than artistic ones—and it can be hard to know where to turn. This insightful book offers a rich source of mental strategies, resilience tips, and practical advice tailored specifically for creatives. No matter your medium, you know that you can’t wait for inspiration to strike when it comes to honing your skills. This is true not only for your craft, but a crucial and often-overlooked aspect of the creative process: your mindset. From Jim Afremow, author of The Champion’s Mind, and Phil White, co-author of The Leader’s Mind, this new guide takes you inside the mental game of some of the world’s top directors, photographers, writers, and musicians, and shows how their mindset has become their biggest competitive advantage. Learn from the mental game and creative process of these top artists: Destin Daniel Cretton, director of Spider-Man 4 and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Chris Burkard, award-winning photographer and filmmaker BT, Grammy-nominated musician, producer, and composer Erik Larson, New York Times bestselling author of The Devil in the White City and The Demon of Unrest Dom Streater, fashion designer and winner of Project Runway and Project Runway All-Stars Tim Allen, animator for two Academy Award–winning films, Pinocchio and Peter and the Wolf Keegan Hall, artist and philanthropist Suzannah Bianco, Olympic gold medalist and Cirque du Soleil performer Stephen Wiltshire, architectural artist Graham Thompson, founder of Optimo Hats Ashley Stegon, visual artist for The Mandalorian David Greusel, architect and cofounder of Convergence Design Filled with motivating stories and hard-earned advice, The Creative’s Mind will equip you with powerful tools to maximize your potential, persevere through hard times, and leave a lasting legacy.

Eugene Ness, founder of Evolve Weight Loss and Wellness, and Dr. Sean Aurora, medical director, dive into the transformative landscape of modern health solutions. They explore the holistic treatment of obesity and erectile dysfunction, emphasizing education and lifestyle changes. The duo discusses groundbreaking GLP medications, the science behind regenerative therapies like PRP and exosomes, and the importance of integrated care. Their goal? To empower individuals with knowledge and effective health strategies for lasting wellness.