Matt Dawson - From Wall Street to the World's Wildest Frontiers
Release Date: 11/04/2024
Moral Dilemmas, Problem Employees, Big Career Changes
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Normally scheduled Q and A for this Friday: 1. A veteran from Tennessee wrestles with the state of American democracy, morality in politics, and societal divisions, drawing unsettling parallels to history while seeking clarity on the future. 2. A newly promoted supervisor in a state natural resources agency faces the classic dilemma of motivating an entrenched, underperforming employee — or finding a way to move forward for the sake of the team. 3. A young police officer grapples with the decision to leave law enforcement for a less stressful life, questioning his identity, interests,...
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Vaughn Stumpf - Concern or Hope for the Future?
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Of all the episodes I have been able to record, these episodes with my father stand out as some of my favorites. I never thought I could record conversations about our family history, values, beliefs, and what makes us who we are. I love that they will live forever, far beyond both of us and can hopefully have great meaning to future generations later in their lives. My dad and I talk about politics often, and what better time to sit down and discuss the current environment than right after the 2024 election.
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How To Rebuild
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Traditional Friday Q and A for Today: 1. How do you rebuild after a catastrophic accident or failure? 2. Suppressors on pistols? Is it real life, or a thing of the movies 3. Business relationship breakdowns, how do you recover? Enjoy
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Jared Hudson - Combatting Human Trafficking
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Jared is a retired Navy SEAL and the co-founder of Covenant Rescue Group (CRG), a 501c3 organization founded in June 2019. Jared and his wife saw a lack of skills and funding to properly rescue victims and arrest criminals involved in Human Trafficking. Sharing a passion for children who fall victim to human trafficking globally, they decided to become active. They organized their passion, training, and expertise, to bring this wicked, organized enterprise to an end. The heart of CRG is to bring good news of hope and freedom to the millions of victims of human trafficking around the world - to...
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Peace, Failure, and Following Your Dreams
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We are diving into listener-submitted questions for our normally scheduled Friday programming: How do you deal with the self-doubt that often follows tough decisions? Is there a way to reframe feelings of failure and disappointment, or do you simply have to face them head-on? After facing life’s highs and lows, how do you find clarity and alignment with your true self? A listener shares a powerful personal mission statement that he uses as a strategy to cultivate lasting inner calm. Lastly, the tension between security and ambition. A 34-year-old family man is at a career crossroads, torn...
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Matt Dawson - From Wall Street to the World's Wildest Frontiers
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Matt Dawson is a former investment banker turned multi-record-holding endurance athlete and founder of Dawson's Peak Foundation. Known simply as "Dawson," Matt’s journey is extraordinary—from dominating corporate finance to conquering some of the world’s most extreme challenges. Dawson dives into his epic year of Project Seven for Soldiers, where he completed a groundbreaking lineup of global expeditions, including summiting the Seven Summits, skiing to the South Pole, and rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. Dawson’s story is one of resilience, overcoming a severe leg condition that...
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Prepare for Civil War
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I have heard a lot of talk about how the United States is either on the brink of a 2nd Civil War or steadily marching toward it. I can't say that I agree, and perhaps the blowhards should just sit down for a bit.
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Rob Bailey - Garage Dreams to Global Brands
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Rob Bailey is an entrepreneur powerhouse, creating the lifestyle brand Flag Nor Fail, Run Everything Labs, and a series of ventures from gyms to high-performance automotive shops. Known for his unique path to success, Rob turned a $400 investment and a garage printing press into a global brand. Rob has a unique approach to blending his passions for fitness, music, and business to create an empire while building a community of like-minded, relentless individuals. Flag Nor Fail: CCV Coaching:
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The Road Not Taken
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Traditional Friday Q and A for today. Three listener-submitted questions: 1. A 26-year-old Navy veteran grappling with post-service identity and family priorities. 2. A husband seeking advice on saving a struggling marriage. 3. A father confronting the heartbreaking realities of bipolar disorder in his daughter. Enjoy
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Nelson Grant - Motorcycle injuries and Business Plans
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Nelson Grant is a Sheriff's Deputy and Search and Rescue Team member in the Flathead Valley. In addition to his current duties, he has previous experience on the SWAT Team and Narcotics Task Force. Normally, Nelson and I get the chance to hunt yearly, but this year he decided to turn his foot 180 degrees in the wrong direction while recently riding his dirtbike. When not on duty Nelson enjoys partaking in just about every activity that Northwestern Montana has to offer. Bowhunting, rifle hunting, river raft guiding, dual-sport motorcycle guiding, backcountry split boarding and skiing, touring,...
info_outlineMatt Dawson is a former investment banker turned multi-record-holding endurance athlete and founder of Dawson's Peak Foundation. Known simply as "Dawson," Matt’s journey is extraordinary—from dominating corporate finance to conquering some of the world’s most extreme challenges. Dawson dives into his epic year of Project Seven for Soldiers, where he completed a groundbreaking lineup of global expeditions, including summiting the Seven Summits, skiing to the South Pole, and rowing across the Atlantic Ocean.
Dawson’s story is one of resilience, overcoming a severe leg condition that halted his pursuit of professional football, only to rise stronger as an elite adventurer and coach. He shares insights on mastering mental and physical endurance, the drive behind his passion for serving veterans, and what fuels his relentless pursuit of the impossible. This episode is a deep dive into the mindset of an elite performer who defies limits in boardrooms and on the world’s toughest terrains.
https://dawsonspeakfoundation.org/