John Green - Rescuing Afghans From/To America - John Green returns to the Break It Down Show to talk about the efforts to save Afghan partners that supported the US over the last 20 years. We've seen stories about the massive airlift made to move 10s of thousands of people...but there are also thousands of Americans working behind the scenes, with, through and, in some cases, in spite of the bureaucracy to get Afghans out of the country. 

For more on John and Will's efforts at Tarjoman Relief, head to tarjoman.org

Will Felder joins the episode, he's a West Point grad and veteran of multiple Afghan deployments. He and John founded the Tarjoman Relief org in an effort to save the lives of Afghans trapped in Afghanistan.

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​Haiku
Tarjoman Relief
John and Will don't forget them
Got to save their lives
 
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Nico Marcolongo – Challenged Athletes Foundation - Nico joined CAF in the spring of 2008 after 14 years of service as a United States Marine Corps Officer. He is a veteran of the Iraq conflict and brings with him over 8 years of fundraising and event experience to benefit challenged military athletes. Nico is dedicated to supporting the rehabilitative needs of our troops and will lead CAF’s effort to mentor and provide post-rehabilitation support to American service members who have suffered permanent physical injuries in recent conflicts.

​Support the CAF at: challengedathletes.org
Take a look at Buddy Bowl at buddybowl.org

Nico Marcolongo joins Pete A Turner and INTRODUCING life-long friend Kent Higginbotham as cohost. The trio talks about what was Nico like as a youngster, understanding the government, some more on the current politics, the Challenged Athletes Foundation and mucho màs.

For the live version of this episode head to youtu.be/nAKUDmm4BSI

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​​Haiku
Fund challenged athletes
'Cause they deserve it, no doubt
Nico helps with that​

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Joe Posnanski - The Baseball 100 - Joe Posnanski has been named Sportswriter of the year by 5 different organizations. He's widely recognized as the best sportswriter of his generation. His latest book is a history called Baseball 100. Joe has worked on this project for years, slowly evolving it and crafting into it's current form. An 808 page opus of biographical baseball essays. 

Get Baseball 100 on Amazon amzn.to/3BhxBfI

If you've got a baseball lover in the house, this book is an easy win...Joe is masterful in his lay down...thorough in his history and provocative in his numbering. Pete A Turner and Dan McLaughlin cohost this romp through 100 of the greatest players in history.

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​​Haiku
Baseball 100
Joe’s History of the Game
Oscar lurks at FIVE

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Johnny Walker - An American Hero - Johnny was born and raised in Iraq. When the US invaded Iraq, Johnny, who loved America started working as an interpreter with the US forces. Johnny worked with the MPs, then he was discovered by the SEALs for his true purpose in life. During a break between SEAL rotations, Pete A Turner was given Johnny Walker to use as an interpreter. Much of what they did still cannot be discussed openly...but damn there were some adventures.

​Get Johnny's incredible book "Code Name Johnny Walker" amzn.to/3qhXx5M

Johnny is a legend, a hero and now a grandpa. It's simple, he is an incredible American. If you don't know his story...get ready because you aren't going to believe it. We sure do love him...and we're proud to welcome him back to the BIDS.

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Haiku
Interpreters are
A way to find a discourse
Johnny's that hero

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Chris Thomas King – Angola New Album, George Floyd Murder - Chris Thomas King is the son of blues musician Tabby Thomas. He has won awards including "Album of the Year" for both Grammy Award and Country Music Awards. King has sold more than 10 million records in the United States.

Listen to Chris’ new album Angola on Spotify at: spoti.fi/3p2RjIA

Chris is back on the Break It Down Show again. This time, we're discussing his powerful new album, Angola. Pete A Turner and introducing Ryan Sullivan as Cohost. Chris was moved by the murder of George Floyd and did what he does best, he started recording, singing, and playing music. What came out are 10 powerful tracks that hold this time in the US forever.

For the live version of this episode head to https://youtu.be/dyFUseb8YQY

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​​Haiku
When George Floyd happened                                                   One can't be ambivalent                                                             Chris had to create​

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The Honorable Lewis Owens – Del Rio Texas, US-Mexico Border - Del Rio Texas sits on the US/Mexico border 400 miles from El Paso, Dallas and Houston. The Honorable Lewis Owens is charged with handling this international focal point for human trafficking, drug smuggling, crime and immigration.

Host Pete A Turner has been traveling along the border examining the Ground Truth to bring some honest coverage to the continued failure of US Immigration policies. Our guest, the Honorable Lewis Owens is constantly in the news as he and the Sheriff work to address the city/county needs as the crisis continues.

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Haiku
US-Mexico
Holding borders ain't simple
What is the right way?

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Erik Kleinsmith - The Zodiac is Gary Francis Poste - That's the claim of the Case Breakers a team of retired investigators, analysts and reporters. Erik runs the intelligence aspect of the team. On previous cases, the Case Breakers cracked the DB Cooper case pegging Robert Rackstraw as the target. 

With one of the most famous cold cases solved...the team moved on to the Zodiac. Fellow Case Breaker, and Break It Down Show alum Jen Bucholtz had a walk in...and that lucky break...the Zodiac case's time began to disappear. The evidence is in the show...what a fantastic episodes.  
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Hat Tip to Pete A Turner for getting us the scoop.  NOBODY...beat the Break It Down Show to the story  We've been on it for months and we pounced when the team was ready.  

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Haiku
He wrote the letters
Taunting the press and the police
His name, Gary PosteSimilar episodes:
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Michael Kurn – Desire Dream Vision - Southampton born a bred TV presenter and broadcaster Michael Kurn has so far had a career that has taken him across the globe. From major sporting events including the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and FIH Hockey World Cup, to working with national and international broadcasters including the Star Sports (India), Super Sport (Africa), Mola TV (Indonesia), BBC and Talk Sport.

Get Michael's book Desire Dream Vision: Three Words that will Change Your Life amzn.to/3uQo5Mv

Michael is a first-timer on the BIDS, where we talk about his work and passion - he's also an author with his last book being “Life Of A Saint” released in March 2020, and is also the founder of Desire Dream Vision.

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Haiku
Kurn, it rhymes with burn
And his Desire does burn
Got Dream, Vision too
 
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Michelle Danner - Michelle Danner Acting Studio - The passion and commitment are the hallmarks of the career of filmmaker, acting coach, and performer Michelle Danner, for decades one of the industry’s most respected and successful teachers, and now a successful director who continues to grow and expand her creative universe, hoping to set an example for her students and peers.

For more on Michelle Danner michelledanner.com

“The important thing is to keep growing as an artist, to keep raising the bar for yourself,” explains Danner. “In order to be passionate, you have to keep expanding, you have to keep growing, you have to keep pushing yourself.”

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Haiku
We can learn a thing
From such passionate people
She expands her views

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Ryan Curtis – Director, Warrior, Oscar Mike - Ryan Curtis attended Fitchburg State University (UMASS) on a basketball scholarship, Ryan studied Broadcast Journalism and Theater.  In 2001, Ryan joined the US ARMY. Following his service, Ryan chased his dreams of storytelling to Los Angeles to become a director.  Since his plunge into the industry, Ryan has directed original content and spots for clients such as NIKE, Evan Williams, Audi, Under Armour, Stephen Curry, ABC and long time client Oprah.

Get more about Ryan and his projects at: ryancurtis.us

Working closely with the non-profit, Veterans in Media and Entertainment; Ryan works to transition Veterans from their military service to the entertainment industry.  By flipping the Veteran narrative of PTSD and negativity on its head, Ryan makes a point of emphasis to advocate Veteran successes, positivity and grooming tomorrow’s leaders and tastemakers.

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Haiku
Impressive CV
Worked with Steph Curry, Oprah
You'd wanna be him

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