For episode 128, we welcomed actor, Nicolas Vince to the show. Nicolas portrayed both "The Chatterer" in Hellraiser 1 and 2 and 'Kinski" in Nightbreed. He has an autobiographical one man show that he is the star of called "I Am Monsters", as well as the host of "The Chattering Hour" podcast. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series. In our discussion we covered his friendship and working relationship with Clive Barker, the legacy of his famous characters "The Chatterer" and "Kinski", the ...
Oct 16, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 128
For episode 127, we welcomed actress, stuntwoman, and author, Eileen Dietz to the show! Eileen portrayed all of the iconic scenes from the film, The Exorcist, to include the pea soup vomit, levitation, abuse with the cross, and fight with Father Karras. Eileen has also starred on The Guiding Light and General Hospital, as well as work on Creepshow 2 and Halloween 2 (Rob Zombie). She is also author of the book, Exorcising My Demons: An Actress' Journey To THE EXORCIST And Beyond, and an avid rode...
Oct 13, 2022•59 min•Ep. 127
For episode 126, we welcomed actor David Howard Thorton to the show! David is the man behind the clown makeup with his portrayal of "Art the Clown" in Terrifier 1 and 2. David also portrayed the "Joker" in the YouTube series Nightwing Escalation. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series. In our episode, we covered how he landed the role of "Art the Clown", what it was like portraying a silent character that kills, how to balance horror and comedy, the fan reception at conventions as it pe...
Oct 09, 2022•48 min•Ep. 126
For Spear Talk 124, we welcomed legendary stuntman Lee Waddell to the show! Lee performed as 'Ghostface" in the Scream film franchise where he was a part of the most iconic scenes involving Drew Barrymore, Henry Winkler, and Neve Campbell. He has also provided his talents to such films as The Terminator, Death Warrant, Con Air, Spider Man, Face / Off, Batman Returns, The People Under The Stairs, and Blade! This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series. In our talk we covered the stories behind...
Oct 06, 2022•52 min•Ep. 125
For episode 124 of Spear Talk, we welcomed actress, stunt woman, author, and entrepreneur Patricia Tallman to the show. Patricia has starred in horror cult classics Night of the Living Dead (1990), Army of Darkness, and Knightriders, portrayed "Lyta Alexander" in Babylon 5, and launched her own business, Quest Retreats, which provides people real life magical experiences for people! This is part of our Halloween 2022 guest series. In our talk we discussed the lasting legacy of Night of the Livin...
Oct 02, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 124
For episode 123, we welcomed Ray Livingston to the show! Ray is a self-described modern survivalist who has appeared on Alone (Season 6), Called To The Wild, and Mud, Sweat, and Beards with previous guest, Donny Dust! Ray is a former law enforcement officer and actively helps agencies with search and rescue missions. In our discussion we covered how Ray fell in love with nature, why he finds a connection to Corvus birds like his rescued crow, Bran, the power of a positive mindset, what it means ...
Sep 29, 2022•52 min•Ep. 123
For episode 122, we welcomed Jackson Rudolph to the show! Jackson is a 60-time sport karate world champion, a fourth degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a member of the Black Belt Hall Of Fame, a Team Paul Mitchell player development coach, is currently a medical student at Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences and an US Army 2nd Lt! In our discussion, we covered Jackson's quest to master the bo staff and the creation of the FLOW System, being a part of the famous Paul Mitchell Team...
Sep 22, 2022•54 min•Ep. 122
For episode 121, we welcomed Ken Rusk to the show! Ken has spent the last 30 years of his life working in blue collar trades as an entrepreneur, mentor, and life coach! Ken is the author of "Blue Collar Cash: Love Your Work, Secure Your Future, and Find Your Happiness for Life". In our discussion we covered Ken's rise from digging ditches to becoming a sucessful businessman, what it means to have a blue collar worth ethic, the importance of trade schools, why college might not always be the best...
Sep 15, 2022•45 min•Ep. 121
For episode 120, we welcomed Crystal Brolik Stokes to the show. Crystal was a SGT in United States Marine Corps, spending 11 years serving her country. This included (2) tours in Iraq and (1) in Kuwait, as well as being a MCMAP Instructor. She is also a professional football player and fighter. In our discussion, we covered how she coped with her PTSD and MST after leaving the Marine Corps, the importance of a team atmosphere, being honest with yourself and asking for help when you need it, the ...
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 120
For episode 119 of Spear Talk, we welcomed CJ Ortiz to the show! CJ aka the "Metal Motivator" has spent the last 25+ years as a motivational speaker, branding and marketing expert, publisher, and life and buisness coach. He is also the co-host of The University Of Badassery Podcast with Pat McNamara! In our discussion we covered how CJ and Pat crossed paths and started their podcast, the power of music as it relates to motivation, how to battle "fear", dealing with criticism, putting out motivat...
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 119
For episode 118 of Spear talk, we welcomed author, David Morrell, to the show! David wrote "First Blood" and created the iconic world of John Rambo, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! "First Blood" has never been out of print and has been translated in over 30 languages! David has alaso wrote for Marvel Comics, and has training in firearms, wilderness survival, and flying planes. In our discussion, we covered the legacy of First Blood and "John Rambo", working alongside Slyvest...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 118
For Spear Talk 117 we welcomed Yousef Badou to the show! Yousef is a former Marine Infantryman with multiple combat tours, and an industry leading expert in the areas of Situational Awareness and Behavioral Analysis. With over 12 years experience, he has trained and certified over 6,000 Students and Instructors around the globe. He is routinely utilized by the FBI, Joint Regional Intelligence Centers, Overseas Advisory Council, and all levels of Military and Law Enforcement! In our discussion, w...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 117
For Spear Talk episode 116, we welcomed Jeff Clark to the show! Jeff is a 12-year United States Air Force veteran, with stints during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He is the author of "Hear These Truths: The Ultimate Guide To Building Your Leadership Algorithm'. In our discussion we covered the type of leadership he encountered while in the military, if the definition of leadership can change over time, if leading from the front all the time hinders those you are leading from be...
Jul 14, 2022•51 min•Ep. 116
For Spear Talk 115, we welcomed Mark Pattison to the show! Mark is a former NFL player (Raiders, Rams, and Saints), a high-level executive with Sports Illustrated, motivational speaker, and is in rare company of having reached the seven summits (the highest peaks on EACH continent)! Mark is also the host of Finding Your Summit Podcast! In our discussion we covered his transition from professional athlete to moutaineer, the mental and physical training to accomplish the seven summits, dealing wit...
Jul 07, 2022•45 min•Ep. 115
For episode 114, we welcomed world champion martial artist, Philip Sahagun to the show. Philip has a background in American Kenpo, kickboxing, Wushu, and Shaolin Temple Kung Fu. He spent three years as an artist during the Cirque Du Soleil's Zumanity show, which eventually led to him becoming a coach and choreographer. Philip also toured with Tina Turner on her 50th anniversary world tour. In our discussion we covered growing up in a household that was all about the martial arts, becoming balanc...
Jun 30, 2022•45 min•Ep. 114
For epiosde 113 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Captain Dale Dye to the show! Cpt. Dye is a decorated United States Marine Corps veteran, who spent time as a combat correspondent during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V, 3x Purple Hearts, and the Meritorious Service medal, having took part in 31 combat missions his entrire career. Cpt. Dye is also the founder of Warriors, Inc, which is a technical advisory company specializing in portraying realistic military action in fil...
Jun 23, 2022•54 min•Ep. 113
For Spear Talk 112, we welcomed Christopher Strom to the show. Christopher is former U.S. Marine and retired SGT. from the NYPD Intelligence Division. In 2007 he was recruited by Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization, which developed top secret strategies for combating IEDs in Iraq and Afganistan. Chris was involved in 110 combat missions, helped capture 91 high-value targets, and over 200 battlefield interrogations. He is the author of the book, "Brooklyn To Baghdad". In our dis...
Jun 16, 2022•52 min•Ep. 112
For epsiode 111 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Marcus "Buff" Bagwell to the show! Marcus has traveled the world professional wrestling with some of the biggest companies in the world WCW, WWE, and TNA. He is a 5x World Tag-Team champion during the height of the infamous Monday night wars, and was a vital member of the legendary nWo Faction. In our discussion we covered the sense of family / brotherhood in the wrestling community, winning various tage team titles with different partners, the botched ...
Jun 09, 2022•50 min•Ep. 111
For episode 110 of Spear Talk, we welcomed Hollywood Yates to the show! You will recognize Hollywood as his persona of "Wolf" on American Gladiators! Hollywood is also a world champion bullfighter, having spent over 23 years on the professional rodeo circuit! You can catch Hollywood playing across the country as well as he is an accomplished National recording artist, with an appetite for outlaw country! In our discussion, we covered how he was hired by American Gladiators and how he turned 'Wol...
Jun 02, 2022•55 min•Ep. 110
For episode 109 of Spear talk, we welcomed author, Eric P. Bishop to the show! Eric is the author of "The Body Man", with his second book "Breach Of Trust" coming soon! In our talk, we covered Eric's transition from working in corporate America to writing, the importance of crafting relatable characters for the reader, the research process involved with "The Body Man", the art of story telling, the power of music in his writing process, and much more! #ericpbishop #thebodyman #author Follow @spe...
May 26, 2022•55 min•Ep. 109
For episode 108 of Spear Talk, we had the honor of hosting Dr. Robb Kelly. Dr. Kelly is a renowned addiction consultant and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group. He has a PHD in psychology from Oxford University. In our discussion, we covered the power of asking for help, why its important to treat the problem of addiction and not the symptoms, the impact that trauma has on addictive behaviors, the positive affect of "direct" life coaching, and how Dr. Kelly himself battled addiction, homelessne...
May 19, 2022•56 min•Ep. 108
For Spear Talk 107, we welcomed Rodney Stotts to the show! Rodney is a licensed raptor specialist and master falconer. He is also the author of Bird Brother: A Falconer's Journey And The Healing Power Of Wildlife. In our discussion, we covered how these birds saved Rodney's life from a downward spiral, what it takes to become a licensed raptor specialist, the importance of community outreach, the healing power of wildlife, and so much more! #rodneystotts #falconry #raptorspecialist Join this cha...
May 12, 2022•40 min•Ep. 107
For episode 106 of Spear Talk, we welcomed B.C. Sanders to the show! B.C. is an active undercover gang expert, and a writer for Skillset Magazine. In our discussion, we talked about how he got involved in undercover work, the structure of gangs today, the importance of police and community relationships, the power of preserving history through reading and writing, why some 80s movies couldn't be made today, and so much more! *Since B.C. is still active duty, we had to protect his identity, which...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 105
For Spear Talk episode 105, we welcomed Kevin Grogan to the show! Kevin is an U.S. Army veteran and a former homocide detective with the Savannah-Chatham Police Rapid Response team. He is the author of "Black Sheep, White Cop: Savannah Exposed". In our discussion we covered the concept of pro-active policing, the narrative behind police defunding, how politics get in the way of proper law enforcement, his writing process and reasons for writing the book, the importance of owning up to mistakes a...
Apr 28, 2022•59 min•Ep. 105
For Spear Talk episode 104, we once again welcomed Andrea Crosta back to the show! Andrea is the founder of Earth League International, which is an organiaztion that uses intel to track and stop the illegal trafficking of wildlife. You can see Andrea and his team in two incredibile documentaries, "Sea Of Shadows" on Hulu and "The Ivory Game" on Netflix. In our discussion we covered how the last year has played out in terms of intel and trends as it pertains to the traffickers, how animal traffic...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 104
For Spear Talk 103, we welcomed Matt Mask to the show! Matt is a professional arm wrestler, who can be seen competing in the World Armwrestling League (WAL), and an oil field specialist. In our discussion we covered how Matt got involved in arm wrestling, how he balances life in the oil field, competing and family life at same time, how he trains his mind and body for competition, why the movie Over The Top is essential viewing, how he got his nickname "Wild Horse", the rules of arm wrestling, a...
Apr 14, 2022•46 min•Ep. 103
For Spear Talk 102, we welcomed Pete Koch to the show! Pete is a retired NFL DL (Bengals, Chiefs, Raiders), fitness coach, and an actor! You will recognize Pete as the iconic "Swede" from Clint Eastwood's, Heartbreak Ridge! In our discussion we covered what it was like working with Clint Eastwood and Mario Van Pebbles in Heartbreak Ridge, the power and benefits of having a coach in your life, what we can all do to prolong our lifespan, the importance of finding our tribe, and so much more! #pete...
Apr 07, 2022•57 min•Ep. 102
For Spear Talk 101, we welcomed Scott L. Schwartz to the show! Scott is an actor (Oceans 11-13, Fire Down Below, Bridge Of Dragons), stuntman, professional wrestler, and was a cop in the Los Angeles County Sherif's Office! In our discussion, we covered how Scott broke into the entertainment industry, learning the wrestling ropes in the 1970s from "Killer" Kowalski, working with George Clooney, why he wanted to serve in law enforcement, and so much more! Scott is a larger than life personality! #...
Mar 31, 2022•54 min•Ep. 101
For the 100th episode of Spear Talk, we welcomed Thomas Winterton to the show! Thomas is the superintendant of the famous Skinwalker Ranch, and one of the stars of History Channel's, "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch"! He also practices martial arts and is the CEO of Resonance Meditations. In our discussion, we covered how his career path lead him to the Skinwalker Ranch, the UFO and ghost phenomena at the ranch, his own documented incidents at the ranch, the importance of field research and scien...
Mar 24, 2022•52 min•Ep. 100
For episode 99, we once again welcomed back Marcus Torgerson for the third time. Marcus is an international Krav maga expert with over 20+ years in the security world. He is currently touring the country teaching self-defense and tactical courses. Marcus and I decided to change up the normal show and decided to tackle any topic that was on our mind. There were NO notes and no agenda for the show. Some of our topics were what it takes to be a good human, why saying "I love you" is powerful, and w...
Mar 17, 2022•59 min•Ep. 99
