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Richard Jacobs
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Sep 18, 2025 • 48min
Forging Sovereignty: Javier A. Hernandez On Puerto Rico’s Path To Independence
Join us as we discuss Puerto Rico's sovereignty with author, writer, linguist, polyglot, artist, and entrepreneur Javier A. Hernandez. Born in Rio Piedras, Javier is a pro-sovereignty advocate for Puerto Rico who wrote PREXIT: Forging Puerto Rico’s Path to Sovereignty and Puerto Rico: The Economic Case for Sovereignty. He is also a former Diplomatic Security Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State (2009–2017) and an experienced international security professional specializing in counterterrorism, diplomatic protection, crisis management, foreign security training, and global embassy security. Javier’s education includes a B.A. in Political Science & International Relations, an M.A. in International Communications, and an M.S. in Education. He brings extensive experience in geopolitics, strategic communications, education, and nation-state development – oh, and he’s fluent in or conversant with 10 languages… This episode explores: Why Javier believes that Puerto Rico deserves to be its own country. The complicated and harsh history of Puerto Rico. The curriculum that Puerto Rican students learn from the Department of Education. How U.S. tax breaks in Puerto Rico impact the local economy. Want to find out why Javier is so passionate about Puerto Rican sovereignty, independence, national security, agriculture, maritime policy, and economic development? Click play now! You can follow along with Javier on X @PRexitBook! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9 🛍️ Recommended Products & Reads from This Episode: 📘 Puerto Rico: The Economic Case for Sovereignty👉Buy it here 📘 Puerto Rico: A Political and Cultural History by Arturo Morales Carrión👉Grab your copy now 📘 The Wretched of the Earth by Frantz Fanon👉Order now 📘 The Sovereign State and Its Competitors: An Analysis of Systems Change by Hendrik Spruyt👉Purchase here 📘 Tax Havens: How Globalization Really Works by Ronen Palan👉Get it out on amazon Blue Yeti USB Microphone – A top choice for aspiring podcasters and speakers who want professional-grade audio at home.👉Check it out Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 17, 2025 • 28min
Strategic Clarity: Hunter S. GaylorOn Creatively Solving Problems Across Industries
Join us in this episode as we explore the world of complex problem-solving across industries with Hunter S. Gaylor, an executive partner, financial expert, and author. Hunter is a highly accomplished business leader with a diverse range of expertise spanning mobile banking, corporate strategy, private aviation, and international relations. He holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree from Harvard University, is the Founder of Spencer Pruitt, and is the author of Planes Plants and Politics: A Mental Framework To Help Overcome Challenges in Any Industry. Click play to find out: The one thing that kills more strategies more than anything else. The importance of being able to accurately articulate what you’re doing and why you’re doing it. The driving force behind discipline and action. Why identifying the motivating factors behind specific goals. Discover the strategies behind Hunter S. Gaylor's guidance that drives worldwide business success – join the conversation now! You can follow along with Hunter on X @HunterGaylor and LinkedIn. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9 🛍️ Recommended Reads from This Episode: 📘 The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses👉Order now 📘 Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio👉Grab it out here 🎯 Measure What Matters: How Google, Bono, and the Gates Foundation Rock the World with OKRs by John Doerr👉Buy it out on amazon 📖The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: 30th Anniversary Edition by Stephen R. Covey👉Grab your copy here 🎙️ Blue Yeti USB Microphone – A top choice for aspiring podcasters and speakers who want professional-grade audio at home.👉Check it out Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 16, 2025 • 32min
Psychedelics With Purpose: Personal Growth, Creative Insight, & Professional Development
Can intentional psychedelic use contribute to personal growth, creative insight, and professional transformation? What conditions does one need to live a truly profound existence? In this conversation, Paul F. Austin joins us to discuss his take on microdosing psychedelics and how this plays into the story of humanity’s present-future evolution… Paul is an entrepreneur, author, and coach who sees psychedelic use as a skill – one cultivated through clear intention, supportive mentorship, and courageous exploration. He has guided countless psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave and consistently integrates psychedelics with professional development at the Psychedelic Coaching Institute. Hit play to learn about: How Paul’s experiences with altered states of consciousness shaped his personal and professional path. The ways in which psychedelic use has become destigmatized. The value of exploration and experimentation. The two most common reasons why people come into contact with microdosing. You can follow along with Paul on Instagram @paulaustin3w and by visiting his personal website! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Products & Useful Reads from This Episode: 🍄 Real Mushrooms Lion’s Mane Capsules: Boost brain power and focus naturally - Vegan, 300 Caps👉 Check it out on Amazon 🧠 Enhance your mind with Life Extension Neuro-Mag Magnesium L-Threonate👉 Check it out on Amazon 🍓 NEURIVA Plus Brain Supplement for Memory, 50ct Strawberry Gummies👉 Order Now 📚 The Psychedelic Explorer's Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys by James Fadiman PhD👉 Get it Now 📚 The Third Wave Microdosing Course by Paul F. Austin👉 Check it out here 🎙️ Blue Yeti USB Microphone – A top choice for aspiring podcasters and speakers who want professional-grade audio at home.👉Check it out Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 14, 2025 • 43min
Surviving Lyme: How Mary Lyn Hammer Turned Research Into Recovery
For many Lyme disease survivors, the healing journey is long, complicated, and often isolating — marked by misdiagnoses, skepticism from doctors, and years of relentless symptoms that strip away energy, clarity, and quality of life. So, where can you turn for help when you feel like you’re dying and the doctors can’t figure out why you’re so sick? Mary Lyn Hammer, author of Over My Dead Body: What I Learned During My Decade-long Journey to Heal from Lyme Disease and Coinfections, joins us to share what she’s learned while navigating the maze of Lyme disease… This conversation covers: The symptoms of Lyme disease and why they can be hard to identify. How Lyme can transfer to babies in utero. The role that God plays in Mary Lyn’s life path. Mary Lyn is a researcher, author, and entrepreneur who turned her personal health battles into a mission to help others. A single parent who survived Lyme disease and a life-threatening blood infection, she used her investigative skills to uncover solutions for healing and to share them with others through her book. For decades, she was a leading voice in the student loan industry, analyzing U.S. Department of Education data to expose inaccuracies and influence federal policy. Today, through her company ChampionforLife.com, she provides resources and supplements that support her own recovery, offering hope and guidance to those seeking health and wholeness. Want to follow along with May Lyn and her work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Mary Lyn Hammer socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hmr_tym/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/8hmr1tym8 X : https://x.com/marylynhammer TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelymecrusher YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LymeCrusher 🛍️ Recommended Books from This Episode: 📖 Over My Dead Body – A gripping memoir detailing a near-death experience and the methods that saved the author’s life. 👉 Get it here 📘 Recovery from Lyme Disease – A comprehensive guide to healing from Lyme disease through natural approaches and targeted treatments. 👉 Try it here 📙 Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons – An eye-opening investigation into the origins of Lyme disease and its connection to biological warfare. 👉 Shop now Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 13, 2025 • 29min
Cure Your Fatigue: Getting To The Root Cause Of Low Energy With Morley Robbins
Where does fatigue come from? Lack of energy is among the top complaints health care professionals hear from their patients. In many cases, everything else seems “normal”, making it difficult to diagnose the root cause. But what if the answer was simple? Join us in this episode as Morley Robbins unpacks his approach to boosting energy and improving health… Hit play to find out: Essential minerals that support metabolic health. The two primary sources of problems in the human body. Issues that the modern diet poses. Key nutrients to enhance physical performance. The symptoms of copper deficiency. Morley M. Robbins, MBA, CHC, author of [Cu]re Your Fatigue: The Root Cause and How to Fix It On Your Own, is the creator of the Root Cause Protocol, which restores mineral balance to “ignite energy” in the body. Widely known as “Magnesium Man,” he is a leading authority on the interplay of copper, iron, magnesium, and calcium, having conducted over 7,500 consultations in 45 countries. He holds a BA in Biology from Denison University and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from George Washington University. Want to discover how restoring mineral balance can transform your energy and health? Tune in now to hear Morley’s insights and practical steps that you can start applying today. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Morley Robbins socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therootcauseprotocol/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morley.robbins/ X : https://x.com/magnesiumman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therootcauseprotocol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Morleyrobbins 🛍️ Recommended Books from This Episode: 📖 The Power of Now – A transformative guide to living in the present moment and overcoming the mind’s distractions. 👉 Get it here 📘 Atomic Habits – Learn how small changes in daily habits can lead to massive improvements in your life and career. 👉 Try it here 📙 Start with Why – Discover how great leaders inspire action by focusing on their purpose and building a strong foundation for success. 👉 Shop now 📗 Becoming – Michelle Obama’s deeply personal memoir, exploring her life, experiences, and inspiring journey. 👉 Buy it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 12, 2025 • 34min
Dr. John E. Lewis: Nutrition, Neurodegeneration, & The Future Of Multiple Sclerosis Care
In this episode, Dr. John E. Lewis returns to the podcast to explore the autoimmune and neurodegenerative aspects of multiple sclerosis — and how nutrition, supplements, and exercise can help change its trajectory… Hit play to learn: The leading cause of death for people with multiple sclerosis. The key protein for central nervous system repair. The genetic characteristics of immune system functioning. The role that diet plays in enhancing gastrointestinal health. Dr. Lewis is dedicated to showing how nutrition and supplementation can optimize health. He is the founder and president of Dr. Lewis Nutrition®, a former Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and a Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association. Over his career, Dr. Lewis has led more than 30 human health studies, helping raise over $23 million in research funding. He has published more than 180 peer-reviewed papers, lectured around the world, appeared on television, and mentored students from undergraduate to post-doctoral levels. Want to learn more about how Dr. Lewis’s work continues to bridge clinical research with practical health strategies for everyday life? Join the conversation now! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Dr. Lewis’s socials here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/DrLewisNutrition/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/DrLewisNutrition/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@DrLewisNutrition/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@DrLewisNutrition/ 🛍️ Recommended Books, Accessories, and Supplements from This Episode: 📖 The Immune System Recovery Plan – A practical, easy-to-follow guide for healing your immune system and improving overall health. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Complete Gut Health Cookbook – Discover a collection of recipes that promote gut health and digestive wellness. 👉 Try it here 📙 Gut and Psychology Syndrome – Understand how gut health can affect mental health and how to heal from the inside out. 👉 Shop now 📗 HP DeskJet 2755e – A reliable and versatile printer for all your home and office needs, perfect for printing documents quickly. 👉 Buy it here 📕 Liposomal Vitamin C – A powerful antioxidant supplement that supports immune function, skin health, and overall vitality. 👉 Get it here 📔 Omega-3 Fish Oil Capsules – Supports heart health, brain function, and overall well-being with high-quality omega-3 fatty acids. 👉 Try it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 11, 2025 • 27min
Inside The Lens: Insta360 X5 & the Future Of Immersive Video With Adam Stringer
In this episode, we are joined by Adam Stringer, the Senior Partnerships Manager for North America at Insta360, to discuss the latest in cutting-edge video technologies. Released on April 22, 2025, the new Insta360 X5 is a flagship 360-degree action camera that offers a plethora of possibilities for creators, adventurers, and vloggers making high-quality content. How does the Insta360 X5 utilize a combination of high-resolution capture, AI enhancements, and user-friendly features to revolutionize the world of video recording? Adam sits down to explain… Hit play to learn about: How the flagship Insta360 camera evolved to where it is today. What 8k video pixel dispersion looks like. Practical applications for high-definition 360 cameras. The role that AI plays in capturing content. Adam has a diverse background in partnership management, working with Tier 1 influencers and global brands. He has hosted over 40 livestreams and played a key role in expanding the company into the North American insurance and restoration market. Previously, he served as Digital Marketing Coordinator and Head Coach at Dakota United Soccer Club, where his video content strategy drove a 67% increase in sign-ups. He also held a talent acquisition role in Human Resource Management at the North Dakota IT Department. To follow along with Adam and his ongoing work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Products from This Episode: 🎥 Insta360 X5 – The Ultimate 8K 360° Action Camera, Capture Every Angle in Unmatched Detail👉 Check it out on Amazon 📸 Insta360 X4 Invisible Dive Case – Capture the Deep Like Never Before 🐠 👉 Grab it here 🔧 Insta360 X5 Replacement Lens Complete Kit – Protect, Refresh, and Restore Your 360° View 👉 Order Now 🎒 Phone Chest Mount Harness – Hands-Free POV Filming for Vlogging, Sports & Adventure 🎥🎒 👉 Grab it on Amazon 🎙️ Blue Yeti USB Microphone – A top choice for aspiring podcasters and speakers who want professional-grade audio at home.👉Check it out Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 10, 2025 • 51min
Perseverance Over Endurance: Leading Through Uncertainty With Brandon Young
In this episode, we dive into the five factors of perseverance with Brandon Young, a professional who has spent more than 25 years building and leading teams in the military, corporate healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. Brandon is the co-author of Perseverance > Endurance: Lead with Resilience. Grow Through Adversity. Win Together. This is a book that he wrote alongside Blayne Smith that provides key insights for leading teams through the battlefield of uncertainty – a narrative that explains why perseverance is necessary for navigating today’s complex world… Brandon is a former US Army Ranger with four combat rotations to Afghanistan. He has been published in various magazines and peer-reviewed academic journals, has assessed, mentored, and trained more than 1,000 Ranger leaders, and placed third in the 2006 Best Ranger Competition. He is also the co-founder of Applied Leadership Partners, a consulting firm that shares hard-earned leadership wisdom with professionals navigating growth changes and adversity. Hit play to learn more about: How Brandon’s diverse past has shaped his current ambitions. The ways that your work ethic can change when you make hard decisions. Various ways to cultivate a purposeful approach to life. How veterans reconcile their profound loss of identity after their service. To follow along with Brandon and his ongoing work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/30PvU9C 🧭 Recommended Resources from This Episode: Explore books and tools that reflect the themes of personal discipline, leadership, and peak performance discussed with Brandon Young: 📘 Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink& Leif Babin. Check it out 💥 Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins.Get the book 🎓 How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie – Master the foundational skills of leadership and human connection.Get the book 💪 TRX All-In-One Suspension Trainer – A compact training system for strength, flexibility, and endurance at home or on the go.Buy on Amazon 🎙️ Blue Yeti USB Microphone – A top choice for aspiring podcasters and speakers who want professional-grade audio at home.Check it out Note:These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 9, 2025 • 23min
Demystifying Gut Health: Josh Dech On Crohn’s, Colitis, & Lasting Healing
Join us in this episode as Josh Dech breaks down the misconceptions of bowel disease and how to support peak gut function. Josh is a gut health expert, holistic nutritionist, medical lecturer, and host of the “ReversABLE” podcast. What’s his goal? To help others get to the root of their health issues and create lasting change… This discussion outlines: How Josh’s health journey influenced his current objectives. The importance of understanding the gut/brain connection. The imbalances that drive gut inflammation. Key factors that contribute to conditions like Crohn’s. What detoxing really means. Crohn’s and Colitis can be scary, confusing, and isolating – but it doesn’t have to be. Hit play now to gain clarity, feel empowered, and discover practical steps for taking back control of your gut health. To connect with Josh and his ongoing work, be sure to check out his website www.gutsolution.ca! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Josh Dech socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshdech.health/ X : https://x.com/joshdech_health Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshdech.health/ Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@joshdech.health Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@joshdech 🛍️ Recommended Books and Supplements from This Episode: 📖 Missing Microbes – A modern classic offering insights into personal growth, happiness, and freedom. 👉 Get it here 📘 Crohn's and Colitis: Understanding and Managing IBD – Comprehensive guide for understanding and managing inflammatory bowel disease. 👉 Try it here 📙 Toxic 2nd Edition: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease – A practical guide for detoxification and restoring your health. 👉 Shop now 📗 Whole Foods Market, L-Glutamine Free-Form Powder,– High-quality supplement to support gut health and overall wellness. 👉 Buy it here 📕 Nutricost Zinc Carnosine 86mg, 120 Capsules – Supports gut lining integrity and digestive health. 👉 Get it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Sep 8, 2025 • 46min
Time Travel, Black Holes, & Relativity: A Conversation With Dr. Ronald Mallett
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ronald Mallett, a Professor Emeritus of Physics in the Department of Physics at the University of Connecticut. As a theoretical physicist, academic professional, and author, Dr. Mallett’s research interests are fascinating: general relativity and gravitation, black holes, relativistic astrophysics, and quantum cosmology… Dr. Mallett earned his Ph.D. in physics from Pennsylvania State University, where he was honored with the Graduate Assistant Award for Excellence in Teaching in 1975. A distinguished physicist, he is a member of both the American Physical Society and the National Society of Black Physicists. In recognition of his contributions to science, he was named an honorary member of the Connecticut Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2005. Dive in to find out: The difference between special and general relativity. Whether time travel might one day move from science fiction to reality. The relationship between time and movement. Is time travel possible? How do black holes shape our understanding of the universe? Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a curious skeptic, or fascinated by the mysteries of space and time, this episode is sure to expand your perspective. Want to learn more about Dr. Mallett and his work? Click here now! And be sure to read his intriguing book, Time Traveler, to deepen your understanding of this subject. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Ronald Mallett socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronald.l.mallett/ X : https://x.com/rlmallett Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronaldmallett/ 📚 Recommended Books from This Episode: 📕 Time Traveler: A Scientist’s Personal Mission to Make Time Travel a Reality – Follow a scientist’s quest to unlock the secrets of time travel and the challenges faced along the way. 👉 Grab it here 📖 Black Holes and Time Warps – Discover the critical concepts of black holes, wormholes, and the mysteries of the universe. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Science of Interstellar – Explore the real science behind the blockbuster movie Interstellar and understand the physics of space travel. 👉 Try it here 📙 Spacetime and Geometry – A deep dive into the structure of the universe, from Einstein’s theories to modern cosmology. 👉 Shop now 📗 Relativity: The Special and the General Theory – Einstein’s own explanation of the revolutionary theories that reshaped our understanding of time and space. 👉 Buy it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!