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The Adrenaline Zone

Sandra Magnus and James "Sandy" Winnefeld•www.theadrenalinezone.com
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Most people spend their lives avoiding risk. A select few attack it. They dive head first into the zone where physical, intellectual, reputational, and financial risks fuel their actions, test their resolve, and fulfill their dreams. Every week The Adrenaline Zone podcast explores the action-packed lives of people who seek out challenges most wouldn’t consider. Buckle up and hold on as we interview these deep divers, high fliers, and fast drivers to find out how it feels to live life in The Adrenaline Zone.
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TRU Colors with gang member “Blanco”, one of the leaders of an innovative project to reduce inner city gun violence in Wilmington, NC.

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus are joined by gang member “Blanco”, one of the leaders of an innovative project to reduce inner city gun violence in Wilmington, NC. Blanco grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina, in a neighborhood that didn’t offer much in the way of economic opportunity. Like many of his peers, Blanco saw gang initiation as the most viable path towards community, safety, and opportunity. He became involved with a gang by the...

May 12, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Under the Bright Lights with Tim McGraw, Actor and Country Music Singer

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus are joined by Tim McGraw, prolific actor and country music star, to talk about some of the emotional risks associated with being a performing artist. Early in his life, Tim had visions of pursuing professional sports, and even joining the military. His love for music eventually won out, however, and he dropped out of college to move to Nashville to try and make it as a songwriter. Tim’s performances can be ne...

May 06, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Pinstripes with Sarah Thomas, NFL Official

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus are joined by Sarah Thomas, an NFL official who became the first woman to officiate in a Super Bowl. She shares her story of breaking the gender barrier in a male-dominated industry, and the many risks that entailed. Like many officials, Sarah was herself an athlete. She began playing softball and basketball when she was very young, and even went to college on a basketball scholarship. Upon graduation, she be...

Apr 29, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Blue Angel Boss with Brian C. Kesselring, Flight Leader & Commanding Officer

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus are joined by Captain Brian C. Kesselring, Commanding Officer and Flight Leader of the Blue Angels. Brian has been passionate about flying since he was six years old, flipping through aviation magazines in his hometown of Fargo, North Dakota. He started cultivating that passion early, working night jobs to pay for flight school in college and eventually logging over 4,000 hours of flight time before joining t...

Apr 20, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Life in the Fast Lane with Josef Newgarden, IndyCar Champion

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus welcome Josef Newgarden, IndyCar driver and two-time IndyCar Series Champion. They discuss some of the ways Josef’s training has helped him develop better instincts in high-risk situations. Josef began racing competitively at the relatively young age of 13. His dad would take him on trips to Indianapolis to compete in go-kart races, and it was here that he developed his love for competitive driving. Josef att...

Apr 08, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Gold in the Blind with Brad Snyder, Navy Veteran and US Paralympian

On this episode of The Adrenaline Zone, hosts James “Sandy” Winnefeld and Sandra Magnus speak with Brad Snyder, former EOD Officer and US Paralympian, about responding to the consequences that sometimes accompany risk. Brad is certainly no stranger to risk. After graduating from the Naval Academy in 2006, he became an EOD Officer in Afghanistan, often responsible for defusing notoriously dangerous IEDs. Even careful planning and extensive risk-mitigation tactics can’t guarantee safety, and Brad ...

Mar 31, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Welcome to the Adrenaline Zone

Most people spend their lives avoiding risk. A select few attack it. They dive head first into the zone where physical, intellectual, reputational, and financial risks fuel their actions, test their resolve, and fulfill their dreams. Every week The Adrenaline Zone podcast explores the action-packed lives of people who seek out challenges most wouldn’t consider. Buckle up and hold on as we interview these deep divers, high fliers, and fast drivers to find out how it feels to live life in The Adre...

Feb 18, 2022•2 min
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