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EXECUTIVE PROTECTION LIFESTYLE

The Executive Protection Lifestyle Podcast hosted by Byron Rodgers takes the brand to another level by educating security practitioners and opening the world of private security up to the public. In this podcast You will experience the private sector in a way that you never have before. The podcast is highly educational focusing on the most salient protection tactics while being careful not to forget the foundational principles that make us great at what we do. You will meet and become acquainted with various industry professionals who are making a difference in the protection game and you you will benefit from a behind the scenes look at the reality of the lifestyle behind the job that is only 1% of the security industry. While it can be a very glamorous and exotic lifestyle, the requirements to survive the lifestyle and achieve professional success can be crushing and many who attempt success in this industry fail as a result of various on scene after balls. This podcast will help professionals overcome those obstacles and mitigate risks to both their professional and personal lives as we talk about the lifestyle behind the game of executive protection. Whether you are a civilian, you are in law-enforcement or the military, we believe this podcast has something for you because on a very basic level we are all protectors of the people we love and things we believe in on a daily basis. The truth is simply that there is so much more to this than meets the eye and if you really want to be good at what we do you must know that it’s more than just a job, this game requires a lifestyle. So please listen enjoy and take your protection game to the next level by enjoying the show. One mind many weapons - Byron
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Episodes

Byron Rodgers - Social Dynamics of Executive Protection (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 178🎙️)

SOCIAL DYNAMICS IN EXECUTIVE PROTECTION LEAGUE RESULTS (EPL SEASON 5 PODCAST 🎙 EP 178) 👉 Enjoy the full podcast at… 🎧 https://bit.ly/epl-podcast-s05-e178 ⚜️ I’m dedicating this @executive_protection_lifestyle podcast to the topic I discussed in great depth at the 2021 Executive Protection Summit; the Social Dynamics in Executive Protection. There is a lot of great information to unpack here, it is a must hear 👂🏽 and see 👀. I’m sure every professional protector will learn from this cast! Re...

Nov 20, 202359 min

Elizabeth Forester - Work Your Way To Greatness (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 177🎙️)

WORK YOUR WAY TO GREATNESS WITH ELIZABETH FORESTER (EPL SEASON 5 PODCAST 🎙 EP 177) 👉 Enjoy the full podcast at… 🎧 https://bit.ly/epl-podcast-s05-e177 ⚜️ For this podcast episode we have a special guest… Elizabeth Forester is an A.L.I.V.E Certified Instructor. We discuss amongst other topics, females in the executive protection industry, advice for females getting into the industry, her experience in the industry, and much more. A MUST-SEE 👀 AND/OR LISTEN! 🎧 🤜 MORE ABOUT ELIZABETH 🤛 Liz ha...

Nov 06, 20231 hr 25 min

Becoming a Bodyguard / EP League Results (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 176🎙️)

BECOMING A BODYGUARD / EXECUTIVE PROTECTION LEAGUE RESULTS (EPL SEASON 5 PODCAST 🎙 EP 176) 👉 Enjoy the full podcast at… 🎧 https://bit.ly/epl-podcast-s05-e176 ⚜️ I’m dedicating this podcast to showcasing The League’s results. I’ve told our members in the past that there’s a place in this industry for everyone… those who’ve taken me up on the offer, have found their place, and are launching new and exciting careers in the private security industry. Two times a month, I host Zoom meetings for me...

Oct 30, 202348 min

Charles Law - Executive Protection Business & Leadership (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 175🎙️)

BODYGUARD / EXECUTIVE PROTECTION BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP (EPL SEASON 5 PODCAST 🎙️ EP 175) 👉 Enjoy the full podcast at… 🎧 https://bit.ly/epl-podcast-s05-e175 ⚜️ For this podcast I’m genuinely honored to have Charles Law @lawdog213 the founder and CEO of Law Security and Investigations, Inc. From the perspective of a security company owner, we discuss a wide variety of aspects of the executive protection industry, including how to manage client expectations, and much more. A MUST-SEE 👀 OR LIST...

Oct 09, 20231 hr 39 min

Becoming a Bodyguard / Executive Protection Agent (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 174🎙️)

⚜️ This episode is a live stream of how to achieve success in the private security field. We cover what gets you hired and keeps you employed. We touch on updating your resume, enhancing your social media game, the importance of letters of recommendation, and much more. I’ve told our members in the past that there’s a place in this industry for everyone… those who’ve taken me up on the offer, have found their place, and are launching new and exciting careers in the private security industry. Eve...

Aug 28, 20232 hr 8 min

Yossi Levy - Physical Protection is No Longer Enough (EPL Season 5 Podcast EP 173)

⚜️ In this episode we have Yossi Levy founder and CEO of Pivot Consulting @pivot.consulting. He served in the Israeli army as an operative and commander and gained proven combat experience in many operations as part of his service duty. He then joined an intelligence unit as a collecting field operative while working in hostile civilian environments. 💻 https://linkedin.com/in/yossi-levy-285b35b8 💻 https://pivot-sec.com Experience the unparalleled opportunity to delve into the world's most soph...

Jul 24, 20231 hr 32 min

BTS K9 Dog Training (EPL Season 5 Podcast EP 172)

⚜️ For this podcast episode we have Byron Beplay @byron_bts_k9 former Ranger and founder of BTS K9 @btsk9_. We discuss his foundation Rescue 22, protection dogs, whether they make good family pets, stories involving dogs rescuing humans, and much more. A MUST-SEE 👀 AND/OR LISTEN! 🎧 🤜 MORE ABOUT BYRON 🤛 US Army Veteran of 13 years, 3rd Ranger Battalion, 75th Regiment. Byron began his dog training career after he separated from the Army and began working with his service dog. He became a passi...

Jul 10, 20231 hr 7 min

Are You As Advertised? (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 171🎙️)

⚜️ This podcast I dedicate to countering the dangerous notion some agents have that: 1️⃣ You don’t need to learn HARD SKILLS to protect your clients. 2️⃣ If you ever need to use HARD SKILLS you did something wrong. In this podcast, I explain why this attitude is wrong, reckless, and dangerous! And I give some real-world scenarios where HARD SKILLS are needed regardless of your opinions, actions, or inactions. Remember executive protection is more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle Get the HARD SK...

Jul 03, 202352 min

How To Be a Professional Bodyguard/EP Agent (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 170🎙️)

⚜️ There has never been a better time to join the private security industry as an executive protection professional. So I have dedicated this episode to how to get started in the bodyguard/executive protection game. EP Training Day is the first full-service online curriculum in the executive protection industry. Students retain access to the curriculum through their online learning platform indefinitely. I teach you everything I know about the art of executive protection that I’ve learned over t...

Jun 19, 20231 hr 35 min

EP Forum / IPSB Getting to Know the Industry 4 (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 169🎙️)

⚜️ At the EP Forum & Close Protection Conference interviewing various executive protection professionals with Constantine Ioannou CEO at Sentinel Security Plus out of Toronto Ontario. We had an amazing time interviewing many different protectors from around the world! Engaging in conversations about what the industry is doing and where they currently were in their careers and training. We are sure you will get amazing value from these private security professionals. We thank them for their p...

May 22, 202341 min

EP Career Success, Proven Blueprint (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 168🎙️)

⚜️ This episode is devoted to The League’s refined and proven blueprint for building a successful career as an executive protection agent. I’ve told our members in the past that there’s a place in this industry for everyone… those who’ve taken me up on the offer, have found their place, and are launching new and exciting careers in the private security industry. Every two weeks I run a Zoom meeting for members to share new opportunities and help us all elevate our skills, strategies, marketing, ...

May 15, 20231 hr 5 min

Orlando Wilson - Are You Security or Protection (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 167🎙️)

⚜️ In this ep we have Orlando Wilson @artfulgypzy of Risks Incorporated @risksinc. This episode was exciting because I’ve been following Orlando online for quite some time now, and he’s always made such high-quality and informative content. I’ve been in this game long enough to know real professionals almost instantly and the reason I like his content for the accuracy in real-world application. He is a well-humored down-to-earth individual. There’s much to learn here. 🤜 ABOUT ORLANDO 🤛 A priva...

May 08, 20231 hr 19 min

EP Forum / IPSB Getting to Know the Industry 3 (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 166🎙️

⚜️ At the EP Forum & Close Protection Conference interviewing various executive protection professionals with Constantine Ioannou CEO at Sentinel Security Plus out of Toronto Ontario. We had an amazing time interviewing many different protectors from around the world! Engaging in conversations about what the industry is doing and where they currently were in their careers and training. We are sure you will get amazing value from these private security professionals. We thank them for their p...

May 01, 202332 min

Will Geddes - International protection OPs (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 165🎙️)

⚜️ Joining me for this podcast is Will Geddes @therealwillgeddes CEO of International Corporate Protection Group and TacticsON. He is one of the world’s most in-demand security specialists and we discuss international kidnapping, ransom handling, and close protection! 🤜 ABOUT WILL 🤛 With over 25 years of experience in the Specialist Security sector, Will has consulted clients across the world on risk and threat-related matters, personally operating within countries across the world. Leading hi...

Apr 17, 20231 hr 12 min

EP Forum / IPSB Getting to Know the Industry 2 (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 164🎙️)

⚜️ This is me at the EP Forum & Close Protection Conference interviewing various executive protection professionals with Constantine Ioannou CEO at Sentinel Security Plus out of Toronto Ontario. It was an amazing time because we were able to interview many different protectors from all over the world! Engaging in conversations about what the industry is doing and where they were at in their careers. You will notice a recurring theme having to do with training and many other topics. This was ...

Apr 03, 202341 min

Raul Peralta - Rebuilding Your Career in EP (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 163🎙️)

⚜️ In this episode we have Raul Peralta founder of EP Detail @ep_detail and Vactive @vactive_wear! We linked up to discuss who Raul Peralta is at his core, and how he defines executive protection. We also talked about his gym gear brand Vactive and the direction it’s going in. He gives valuable advice to new agents entering the executive protection industry and the hardest lessons the game has taught him!! This was an AMAZING conversation that everyone in the game can grow from. Remember, if you...

Mar 27, 20231 hr 16 min

Thomas Ryan - The Digital Side of Security (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 162🎙️)

⚜️ In this episode we have Thomas Ryan of Asymmetric Response joining us to discuss a part of security that is often overlooked in the industry and that’s the digital side. In this podcast we discuss… 🎙️ Who he is behind his core. 🎙️ Safety protocols for civilians. 🎙️ What can hackers do with a phone number? 🎙️ Internet safety: How to protect yourself. 🎙️ And much more!! 🔴 ABOUT TOM With over two decades of experience in cyber and physical security, Thomas Ryan is a highly accomplished and...

Mar 13, 20231 hr 30 min

Todd Fox - Executive Protection Jedi (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 161🎙️)

⚜️ In this episode we have Todd Fox of Close Protection Corps @tourtraining joining us to discuss the following: 🎙️ What he learned the most from “fighting in a cage”. 🎙️ Some of his tactics to stay in the game. 🎙️ His experience with protecting celebrities and touring. 🎙️ Who he is behind his core. 🎙️ And much more!! ⭕ ABOUT TODD Todd Fox is the Founder and Managing Director of the Close Protection Corps, a firm that works with celebrities, dignitaries, and C-suite executives. The company ...

Mar 06, 20231 hr 20 min

EP Forum / IPSB Getting to Know the Industry (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 160🎙️)

⚜️ This is me at the EP Forum & Close Protection Conference interviewing various executive protection professionals with Constantine Ioannou CEO at Sentinel Security Plus out of Toronto Ontario. It was an amazing time because we were able to interview many different protectors from all over the world! Engaging in conversations about what the industry is doing and where they were at in their careers. You will notice a certain theme comes up having to do with training and many other topics. Th...

Feb 27, 202350 min

Jake Owen - Find Your Path (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 159🎙️)

⚜️ We are stoked to announce Jake Owen @jake.owens6 of the Phalanx Group as our distinguished guest on this episode of the Executive Protection Lifestyle Podcast! We get into and discuss the following: ⭕ Whether or not to post to social media with the clients. ⭕ A moment that shook him up as a protector. ⭕ What executive protection is all about to him. ⭕ His recommended reading list for private security professionals. ⭕ The hardest lesson learned in the executive protection industry. ⭕ His proud...

Feb 20, 20231 hr 13 min

Executive Protection Success Fast Track (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 158🎙️)

⚜️In this episode our guest is Aaron Kackman @aaron_kackman one of our newest members to join The League of Executive Protection Specialists. I invited him to this podcast because I wanted to showcase in long form the steps that he’s taken to achieve success in the executive protection industry with us. Aaron is an amazing guy who has done the right things to position himself on a fast track to success, by investing in himself with training and joining an organization that has the relationships ...

Feb 13, 202330 min

BUBU / ALI - The Service Of Protection (EPL Season 5 Podcast EPISODE 157🎙️)

⚜️In this episode we have the honor of having a client and her bodyguard discuss what it's like to experience high-end executive protection services. I am too stoked to have Adriano "Bubba" Almony @bubbaalmony and Dr. Khalilah Camacho-Ali @dr.khalilahcamachoali as my honored guest. New Jersey-based celebrity bodyguard, Adriano “Bubba” Almony, is the first in his profession to be awarded a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award as a Humanitarian honoree. He is currently the private protector of ...

Jan 30, 20231 hr 20 min

Byron Rodgers / Rick Sweeney - Security Driving (EPL Season 5 Podcast EP156🎙️)

⚜️In this episode, Rick Sweeney and I discuss a very crucial hard skill… security driving. During this conversation, we put decades of International Executive Protection experience together to help you gain an edge out there in the field. We’ve both worked all over the world in many different capacities so there is some awesome stuff in this conversation! Protective driving is one of the most important skills we all need as professional and civilian protectors. Remember if you really want to be ...

Jan 16, 202321 min

Matthew Thomas - Border War / Cartel Expansion (EPL Season 4 Podcast 🎙️)

⚜️Matthew Thomas @deputy_onetime he is the Sheriff’s Executive Officer at Pinal County. He’s a living legend and was introduced to me by some people I truly respect. His street credit as a law enforcement officer and as a good man preceded him and so I was honored when he agreed to do this podcast. Dealing with the things he’s been dealing with for decades down at our southern border gives him a very intense yet unique and extremely relevant story to tell as a modern-day protector. There’s just ...

Jan 02, 20231 hr 6 min

Executive Protection Brotherhood (EPL Season 4 Podcast EP155🎙️)

⚜️I want you to see what it’s like to be part of The League of Executive Protection Specialists. I want you to hear firsthand the value that League members are getting from being part of this brotherhood of protectors. Once you complete a course with us, you become part of The League of Executive Protection Specialists and you never have to do your career alone again. A few benefits: ⭕ Ongoing mentorship for the rest of your career ⭕ Your network gets built for you ⭕ The relationships you gain a...

Dec 26, 20221 hr 43 min

Dean Stott - Extractions, Private Security & Relationships(EPL Season 4 Podcast EP154🎙️)

EXTRACTIONS, PRIVATE SECURITY, AND RELATIONSHIPS (EPL SEASON 4 PODCAST 🎙️ EP154) ⚜️On this podcast I’m excited to announce our special guest is the Frogman DEAN STOTT. We discuss some of his adventures, adversities, and how he dealt with them. We cover his transition and his journey to recovery. And as if that isn’t a crowning achievement in and of itself we discuss his setting, not one but TWO Guinness World Records!! But wait… there is more… we also discuss his compelling new book RELENTLESS…...

Dec 19, 20221 hr 17 min

Jaeger - Low Signature Resource Center(EPL Season 4 Podcast EP153 🎙️)

⚜️ When was the last time you practiced EPCQB? We are expected to know how to navigate dynamic and violent situations in any environment. We find ourselves deep in buildings all of the time but when is the last time any of us have trained gun fighting or close-quarters combat inside of a building? Have you ran these drills solo or with your team recently? Better yet have you ran these drills in a force-on-force format to know if your tactics are working or how good you are at executing them? If ...

Dec 12, 202241 min

Executive Protection Networking Tactics (EPL Season 4 Podcast EP152 🎙️)

👊🏽💥BOOM! In this podcast, we are going to talk about the importance of networking to establish a career in the executive protection game and more importantly how it applies to the ongoing growth of your career. I also get into some specific and crucial game-changing networking tactics, that will help you STAY EMPLOYED in the game!! Whether you are in law enforcement, ex-military, or a civilian parent just looking to protect your loved ones better… there is something in this podcast for everyo...

Dec 03, 202239 min

Becoming an Executive Protection Agent (EPL Season 4 Podcast EP151 🎙️)

👊🏽💥BOOM! This episode is for anyone looking to become an executive protection specialist or for those in the industry that would like to take their career to the next level and learn how to market themselves so they simply have more options for professional elevation. I get asked all the time, how do I get into the private security industry and become an executive protection agent? I have people from all backgrounds sending me messages on all social media platforms asking me this question. Th...

Nov 28, 202246 min

Executive Protection Hard Skills To Learn (EPL Season 4 Podcast EP150 🎙️)

👊🏽💥BOOM! In this episode, I dive into the motivations for giving birth to the Hard Skills Intensive course and why Rick Sweeney and I chose to enter the training side of our industry with this first class under the banner of The League of Executive Protection Specialists. Rick and I both have different perspectives on private security and executive protection. Rick works primarily on high-risk operations around the world and he has done so for decades. He’s also founded and operated Secfor In...

Nov 21, 202254 min
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