
The Chris Voss Show
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Latest episodes

Apr 22, 2025 • 30min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Web of Silence by Kathleen Dutton
Web of Silence by Kathleen Dutton
Authorkathleendutton.com
Amazon.com
Caught in a web of dangerous deception, Beth Brockton is forced to flee her hometown. Without a word of explanation, she abandons her identity and all that she holds dear, including her fiancé, Sam Andrews. After she briefly returns for her mother's funeral two years later and escapes to her safe haven once more, Sam is determined to find her and discover the secrets she guards. But Sam is not the only one searching for her, and in order to protect her loved ones, Beth must confront her terrifying past to ultimately shed the sinister bonds of the. . .

Apr 21, 2025 • 47min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Marla Bace: Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Effective Leadership and Self-Awareness
Marla Bace: Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Effective Leadership and Self-Awareness
Marlabace.com
About the Guest(s):
Marla Bace is a certified business and leadership coach with over three decades of experience in driving real results. As a former award-winning Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Experience Officer (CXO), Marla is renowned for providing real-world coaching and proven growth strategies. Her expertise lies in guiding accomplished professionals and business owners through practical and values-aligned decisions. Her coaching methods blend emotional intelligence and executive strategy, aiming to enhance influence and measurable results in a business context. Marla is dedicated to putting humanity at the heart of business success, empowering others through clarity and accountability.
Episode Summary:
In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes Marla Bace, a distinguished leadership and business coach, to discuss the principles of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in leadership. As the world of business evolves, so does the importance of aligning personal authenticity with leadership influence. Marla stresses that emotional intelligence isn't just a buzzword but a vital tool for creating impactful, trust-based business environments. This episode dives into these essential skills, exploring how leaders can harness self-awareness, social awareness, and self-management to foster stronger, more effective teams.
Through robust conversations, Chris and Marla uncover the nuances of leadership presence and the imperative roles emotional intelligence plays in modern business. They delve into how self-awareness and self-management are the bedrocks of competent leadership, influencing everything from decision-making to team dynamics. With insights on navigating professional diversity and enhancing team collaboration, the conversation emphasizes developing leadership traits that resonate with today's workforce. By weaving in engaging anecdotes and practical advice, Marla provides a blueprint for listeners interested in advancing their leadership capabilities and fostering meaningful workplace relationships.
Key Takeaways:
Emotional Intelligence is Crucial: Leaders with high emotional intelligence can effectively manage their teams, foster motivation, and build trust.
Self-Awareness Cultivation: Understanding one's strengths and weaknesses can enhance leadership effectiveness and improve team collaboration.
Leadership Presence: True leadership is about authenticity and influence, not performance and perfection.
Constructive Feedback: Leaders should be open to critique, using feedback to grow and support their teams more effectively.
Transformational Force: Emotionally intelligent leadership transforms organizations, aligning business objectives with collective team efforts.
Notable Quotes:
"Presence isn't about performance, it's about alignment."
"Success without self-awareness is like driving blind. Sooner or later, you're going to crash."
"Higher smarter and more diverse around me so I'm a better leader and fall on my sword."
"Your greatest asset is self-awareness, giving you the clarity and adaptability to lead with impact."
"Being authentic and actually insulating them and showing that you're willing to not be perfect actually goes so much further."

Apr 21, 2025 • 32min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Unlocking Love: The Secret to Finding Your Perfect Match
Unlocking Love: The Secret to Finding Your Perfect Match
Heartlib.us
Courses.myrealloveracademy.com
About the Guest(s):
Desirel Calvin Lawrence is an accomplished author and entrepreneur. He is known for his expertise in personal development and relationships, having penned several books, including "Wiz Diary: Secret Keys to Self-Mastery" and "Power of Paradise." Lawrence is also the visionary behind Heartlib, a matchmaking agency that combines deep psychological compatibility with unique algorithms to help individuals find their perfect match. He is dedicated to transforming the dating landscape by emphasizing long-term compatibility over short-term attraction.
Episode Summary:
In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, returning guest Desirel Calvin Lawrence dives into the fascinating world of relationships and matchmaking. Lawrence, an acclaimed author and the mind behind Heartlib, discusses his innovative approach to dating that challenges the conventional notion of compatibility. Listeners are treated to an exploration of Lawrence's unique method, which combines deep psychological understanding with number alignment to help individuals find lasting and fulfilling relationships.
Lawrence shares his personal journey and insights into the complexities of love and matchmaking. He explains how Heartlib differs from traditional dating apps by offering users scientifically-backed compatibility reports and actionable guidance based on extensive case studies. Touching upon the deep patterns that sustain relationships, Lawrence offers listeners a glimpse into how his methods can guide them toward more meaningful connections. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in enhancing the quality of their relationships.
Key Takeaways:
Desirel Calvin Lawrence emphasizes the importance of psychological compatibility over mere physical attraction in sustaining long-term relationships.
Hot Lab uses a unique matchmaking approach that involves deep compatibility analysis and number alignment to recommend matches.
Lawrence’s methodology aims to eliminate guesswork in relationships, offering scientifically-backed insights into partner compatibility.
Heartlib’s services extend beyond romantic matchmaking to include business partnerships and friendships, focusing on synergy and long-term success.
The episode also highlights the need to address familiar dysfunctions in relationships and the pursuit of stability and growth through compatible partnerships.
Notable Quotes:
"What makes our approach so different is that most people love as a numbers game… but what if I told you that it's like throwing darts in the dark?"
"It's not just about romantic relationships… it can make all the difference in the world of business partnerships."
"True compatibility is not about just feeling good in the moments; it's about who deals with in the long run."
"Even God's perplexed… on understanding the complexities of the opposite gender."
"We take the guesswork out of relationships so you can get the right one."

Apr 19, 2025 • 27min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Focused As A Bee: Six Buzzworthy Strategies To Thrive In A Distracting World by Jones Loflin, Sydney Loflin
Focused As A Bee: Six Buzzworthy Strategies To Thrive In A Distracting World by Jones Loflin, Sydney Loflin
Jonesloflin.com/podcast
Amazon.com
What could you accomplish if you improved your ability to focus?
Imagine what your life would be like if:
You had the satisfaction of completing your goals
You had perfect clarity on your priorities and your daily decisions were aligned with them
You had a system to manage the countless distractions coming at you each day
Focused as a Bee tells the story of Sydney, an ambitious young woman who is feeling overwhelmed with work and life.
Constant distractions, a lack of clear priorities, and the failure to make progress on her goals are wreaking havoc on her self-confidence and work satisfaction. The future she envisions seems out of reach. She carries guilt for not improving her career success, but figuring out what needs to change remains a challenge she hasn’t yet overcome. And now she has a new distraction… A swarm of honeybees in her backyard!
Reaching out to her beekeeping best friend Alicia, Sydney hopes she will get rid of them ASAP. Instead, Alicia invites Sydney to explore how the work of the bees might offer insights on improving her current work life dilemma.
As Sydney becomes comfortable with the bees, she realizes that the secret to their incredible productivity and success lies in their ability to focus. With Alicia’s guidance, Sydney learns six permissions that enable her to:
Complete her “one jobs” and stay focused on outcomes
Reduce the temptation to shift her attention to less important activities
Make changes to stay present in any moment
Be patient with herself as she applies these new skills
Focused as a Bee is a fun and essential guide for those tired of the status quo. Aren’t you ready to experience the buzz of success more often?
About the author
JONES LOFLIN is president of Helping Others Prepare for Excellence Inc. As a keynote speaker for three decades, he has empowered countless individuals to make better choices with their time, enabling them to thrive both professionally and personally.
Jones’s innovative approaches to leadership and time management have garnered global recognition. His client list includes Federal Express, Choice Hotels, Clayton Homes, Saudi Aramco, and the United States military.
Jones has four books. They include Always Growing, Juggling Elephants, Getting to It, and Getting the Blue Ribbon. His fifth book will be released in January 2025.
As a coach, Jones is committed to helping people achieve meaningful progress in their lives.

Apr 18, 2025 • 32min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Visibility is Key: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace with Maini Homer
Visibility is Key: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace with Maini Homer
Homerdigitalmarketing.com
About the Guest(s):
Maini Homer is an accomplished entrepreneur and the mastermind behind numerous successful businesses. With nearly three decades of experience, she has founded and built 18 businesses from the ground up, showcasing her vast expertise across various industries. Starting her entrepreneurial journey in 1997 with a franchising triumph, Maini Homer has expanded her ventures in both Australia and New Zealand. Her endeavors span from mobile mechanics to tech services, and most recently, she has ventured into digital marketing and AI utilization, helping businesses get seen and heard amid the noise of competitive markets.
Episode Summary:
In this riveting episode of The Chris Voss Show, listeners are introduced to the dynamic Maini Homer, who has established herself as a beacon of entrepreneurial prowess. From her early days of turning a failing franchise into a flourishing business to her current engagements in digital marketing, Maini Homer shares insights from her journey and how AI has become a game-changer for modern businesses. Her vast experience in starting 18 successful companies offers invaluable lessons on establishing and mastering diverse business sectors.
Throughout the conversation, Chris Voss and Maini Homer discuss the transformative potential of AI in business operations, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises. Maini Homer highlights the importance of visibility and staying ahead of the curve with AI technology. Whether it's scheduling automation or content creation, the rapid evolution of AI holds immense possibilities, and Marni's advice helps businesses leverage this technology effectively. With engaging anecdotes and practical tips, Maini Homer emphasizes the critical need for innovation and adaptability in today's dynamic markets.
Key Takeaways:
AI technology is becoming indispensable for businesses, providing immense time-saving capabilities, especially in areas like scheduling and content creation.
Visibility is crucial for business success, requiring proactive efforts rather than relying solely on customer-driven promotion.
Maini Homer emphasizes the importance of adaptability, continuously exploring new ventures and embracing advancements like AI to remain competitive.
Asking the right questions can unearth solutions to complex challenges, showcasing the power of curiosity and problem-solving.
Maini Homer's extensive entrepreneurial journey exemplifies the value of experience, innovation, and a solutions-focused mindset.
Notable Quotes:
"You've got a choice. You either get on board [with AI] or you're just gonna get drowned."
"This is not going away. This is just the start of something absolutely mind blowingly incredible."
"It's not about how good your app is, it's about how many people know about it."
"Ask questions, and just let your mind, the mind, your mind will, will tell you what the answer is."
"What you see is what you get. This is me. I'm real, I'm authentic."

Apr 17, 2025 • 27min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler’s All-Female Concentration Camp by Lynne Olson
The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler's All-Female Concentration Camp by Lynne Olson
Amazon.com
The extraordinary true story of a small group of Frenchwomen, all Resistance members, who banded together in a notorious concentration camp to defy the Nazis—from the New York Times bestselling author of Madame Fourcade’s Secret War
“At once heartbreaking and beautifully told, this is a masterwork of nonfiction, a must-read for anyone who wants more of the incredible true story behind Lilac Girls.”—Martha Hall Kelly, author of Lilac Girls
Decades after the end of World War II, the name Ravensbrück still evokes horror for those with knowledge of this infamous all-women’s concentration camp, better known since it became the setting of Martha Hall Kelly’s bestselling novel, Lilac Girls. Particularly shocking were the medical experiments performed on some of the inmates. Ravensbrück was atypical in other ways as well, not just as the only all-female German concentration camp, but because 80 percent of its inmates were political prisoners, among them a tight-knit group of women who had been active in the French Resistance.
Already well-practiced in sabotaging the Nazis in occupied France, these women joined forces to defy their German captors and keep one another alive. The sisterhood’s members, amid unimaginable terror and brutality, subverted Germany’s war effort by refusing to do assigned work. They risked death for any infraction, but that did not stop them from defying their SS tormentors at every turn—even staging a satirical musical revue about the horrors of the camp.
After the war, when many in France wanted to focus only on the future, the women from Ravensbrück refused to allow their achievements, needs, and sacrifices to be erased. They banded together once more, first to support one another in healing their bodies and minds and then to continue their crusade for freedom and justice—an effort that would have repercussions for their country and the world into the twenty-first century.About the author
Lynne Olson is a New York Times bestselling author of ten books of history. Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright has called her “our era’s foremost chronicler of World War II politics and diplomacy.”
Lynne’s latest book, The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler’s All-Female Concentration Camp, will be published by Random House on June 3, 2025. Her earlier books include three New York Times bestsellers: Madame Fourcade’s Secret War: The Daring Young Woman Who Led France’s Largest Spy Network Against the Nazis; Those Angry Days: Roosevelt, Lindbergh, and America’s Fight Over World War II, 1939-1941, and Citizens of London: The Americans Who Stood with Britain in Its Darkest, Finest Hour.

Apr 16, 2025 • 38min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You: A Second Chance at Life by Ryan T Reichert
God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You: A Second Chance at Life by Ryan T Reichert
Ourprotectordevelopment.com
Amazon.com
Our Protector Development, God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You tells a story through the lends of a second chance at life with multitudes of failure but also some great miracels too. It is a faith journey which guides the reader through one's life and reflection, where some tools are developed so one can use them to protect themselves with God in their life and Jesus Christ by their side. It is a born-again Christian's work to help anyone else before they might have to go through the same trials or as they are going through the flames in their journey. One child of God just wants to be of service to another child of God.

Apr 16, 2025 • 19min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Wiz Diary: Secret Keys to Self Mastery (POP) by Desirel Calvin Lawrence
Wiz Diary: Secret Keys to Self Mastery (POP) by Desirel Calvin Lawrence
Amazon.com
Do you want to know how to remove all obstacles to success, love, riches, and happiness?
This book is a soul-searching journey to empower you to be your best while taking all the experiences around you into account.
These 200 verses will inspire you to unlock the unspoken truth that connects to the very core of your best identity.
Embracing these verses and reflecting on the potent meanings hidden within them, will help you unlock the secret keys to your highest potential.
Get it now.
You’ll want to read it and then recommend it to a friend or loved one so we can keep paying it forward.

Apr 15, 2025 • 38min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Gunky’s Adventures: In the Land of Must Believe by Jim Reuther
Gunky's Adventures: In the Land of Must Believe by Jim Reuther
Jimreutherakagunky.com
Amazon.com
A few days after the passing of his beloved wife, author Jim Reuther, better known as Gunky, discovered her extraordinary letter in a handwritten notebook titled, "How to Get Along Without Me." The notebook was a simple "How to Guide" for the tasks she had done faithfully for him until the end. But one request stood out; she challenged him to continue his writings. In Gunky's Adventures, Reuther features a collection of twenty-five tales, one for each letter of the alphabet, beginning with his late wife's note, "Afterlife Love Letter and Wish." Ranging from the humorous to tear-jerkers, to odd happenings and surprise endings, to musings on rock and roll, to stories about family, friends, foes, and fails, he reflects on an array of life experiences. His first poems ever written are included under the title of "Xtraordinaire (Silent Sentinels)." Narrating a life-hearted series of alphabetic escapades, Gunky's Adventures offers an anthology of poems and short stories reflecting on a life wonderfully lived.

Apr 14, 2025 • 49min
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Uncovering Hidden Toxins: How to Detox for Better Health with Helen Taylor
Uncovering Hidden Toxins: How to Detox for Better Health with Helen Taylor
Thewellness-concierge.com
About the Guest(s):
Helen Taylor is a distinguished wellness concierge with a focus on personalized integrative healthcare. She holds a master's degree in biomedical science and specializes in genetic and regenerative medicine, molecular, and cellular immunology. With over 20 years of experience, Helen excels in transforming lifestyles and improving long-term health outcomes through her innovative wellness practices. Her company, The Wellness Concierge, caters to clients worldwide, tackling challenging health issues with a holistic and scientifically-backed approach.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss is joined by Helen Taylor, an expert in integrative health and wellness, who shares her unique approach to enhancing lifestyles through targeted detoxification and health optimization. The episode offers listeners an insightful discussion on how 21st-century life has impacted human health, with an emphasis on the toxins that permeate our daily lives—from the air we breathe to the products we use.
The conversation delves into the intricate relationship between toxins and various health issues. Both intentional and subliminal exposure, from microplastics to chemical additives in common household products, is examined. Helen details the importance of mitigating these risks in improving energy levels, sleep quality, and overall wellness. She highlights the body's miraculous albeit overwhelmed detoxification pathways, such as the liver and skin, which have become inadequate under the modern toxic load. Through advanced testing for toxins and heavy metals, Helen provides a blueprint for a healthier life, showcasing how understanding and reducing these exposures can drastically improve common health complaints like chronic fatigue and sleep disturbances.
Key Takeaways:
Detoxification Emphasis: Helen underscores the necessity of detoxification against inevitable modern-day toxins found in everyday surroundings, impacting everything from hormonal health to general well-being.
Role of Mitochondria: The mitochondria's role as cellular powerhouses is critical; dysfunction can lead to chronic issues like fatigue and is often overlooked by conventional medicine.
Impact of Toxins on Health: The episode highlights how exposure to environmental toxins like heavy metals, mold, and phthalates can lead to chronic illnesses and disrupted cellular function.
Critique of Conventional Medicine: Helen points out that many medical practitioners treat symptoms rather than the root causes, often resulting in a cascade of medication prescribing.
Importance of Gut Health: Recognizing the gut as the 'second brain,' Helen describes its profound influence on health and the need for vigilant dietary choices to avoid processed foods.
Notable Quotes:
"Our bodies have never had an upgrade, remember? We are still 1.0." – Helen Taylor
"It's like you gotta buy a new phone. So basically Apple's telling me to get a new body." – Chris Voss
"This is where the chronic fatigue and detoxification issues start appearing; the liver won't work properly." – Helen Taylor
"Read the ingredients. If you can't pronounce the word, how does your body know what to do with it?" – Helen Taylor
"If you're able to go outside and use the sunlight in the morning, that will really help." – Helen Taylor