In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas of the Pinal County Sheriff&apos;s Office—one of the nation’s foremost voices on law enforcement, leadership, and border security. With over three decades of service, 700+ SWAT missions, and frontline experience battling cartel activity, Matt offers a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to lead under pressure. 🎯 Key Topics: - How to lead when lives—not just livelihoods—are on the line - Border realities most Americans never hear about - The human toll of cartel-driven crime - SWAT leadership, undercover ops, and legacy leadership - Recruitment, retention, and redefining public engagement in law enforcement 📚 Grab Matt’s book, Interceptors: The Untold Fight Against the Mexican Cartels: 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Interceptors-Untold-Against-Mexican-Cartels/dp/0578374277 📱 Follow Matt on Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/deputy_onetime/?hl=en 🌉 Connect with Josh Kosnick and explore coaching, masterminds, and speaking engagements: 👉 https://www.joshkosnick.com 🛎️ New episodes every week — Subscribe for more bold leadership conversations. 🔥 Let’s build something that lasts. #SpartanLeadership #JoshKosnick #MatthewThomas #LawEnforcement #Leadership #BorderCrisis #SWAT #Cartels #PublicSafety #FirstResponders #LegacyLeadershipSpartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.🔗 Learn more: <a href="https://spartanvalor.org/">spartanvalor.org</a>CONNECT WITH ME HERE: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'>LinkedIn</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'>YouTube </a> SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'>Apple Podcasts</a> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'>Spotify</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'>YouTube</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas of the Pinal County Sheriff&amp;apos;s Office—one of the nation’s foremost voices on law enforcement, leadership, and border security.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;With over three decades of service, 700+ SWAT missions, and frontline experience battling cartel activity, Matt offers a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to lead under pressure.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🎯 Key Topics:&lt;br/&gt;- How to lead when lives—not just livelihoods—are on the line&lt;br/&gt;- Border realities most Americans never hear about&lt;br/&gt;- The human toll of cartel-driven crime&lt;br/&gt;- SWAT leadership, undercover ops, and legacy leadership&lt;br/&gt;- Recruitment, retention, and redefining public engagement in law enforcement&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;📚 Grab Matt’s book, Interceptors: The Untold Fight Against the Mexican Cartels:&lt;br/&gt;👉 https://www.amazon.com/Interceptors-Untold-Against-Mexican-Cartels/dp/0578374277&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;📱 Follow Matt on Instagram:&lt;br/&gt;👉 https://www.instagram.com/deputy_onetime/?hl=en&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🌉 Connect with Josh Kosnick and explore coaching, masterminds, and speaking engagements:&lt;br/&gt;👉 https://www.joshkosnick.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🛎️ New episodes every week — Subscribe for more bold leadership conversations.&lt;br/&gt;🔥 Let’s build something that lasts.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;#SpartanLeadership #JoshKosnick #MatthewThomas #LawEnforcement #Leadership #BorderCrisis #SWAT #Cartels #PublicSafety #FirstResponders #LegacyLeadership&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔗 Learn more: &lt;a href="https://spartanvalor.org/"&gt;spartanvalor.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;CONNECT WITH ME HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;TikTok&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Apple Podcasts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Spotify&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas of the Pinal County Sheriff's Office—one of the nation’s foremost voices on law enforcement, leadership, and border security.  With over three decades of service, 700+ SWAT missions, and frontline experience battling cartel activity, Matt offers a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to lead under pressure.  🎯 Key Topics: - How to lead when lives—not just livelihoods—are on the line - B...

Chief Deputy Matthew Thomas on Courage, Cartels & the Border Crisis | Ep. 204

Welcome back to Spartan Leadership! In this powerful episode, Josh Kosnick sits down with Joe Smarro—Marine Corps veteran, former San Antonio police officer, and co-founder of Solution Point Plus. Joe has seen combat, crisis, and mental health struggles firsthand—from the battlefields of Iraq to the frontlines of law enforcement. Now, his mission is clear: bridge the gap between mental health and public safety, eradicate suicide among first responders, and equip leaders with the tools to handle high-pressure situations with courage, compassion, and connection. 🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Joe’s transition from Marine Corps to Law Enforcement to Mental Health Advocacy ✅ The shocking personal battles that shaped Joe’s mission ✅ How to create mental resilience in high-stakes careers ✅ Practical strategies for de-escalation and leadership under pressure ✅ The power of vulnerability and leading by example This conversation could save a life—if you’re a leader, first responder, or anyone battling mental challenges, you need to hear this. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction &amp; Joe Smarro’s Background 03:00 - From Marine Corps to Police Officer to Mental Health Advocate 07:00 - The Dark Reality of Mental Health in First Responders 11:00 - Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts &amp; Finding Purpose 16:00 - How Leaders Can Build Mental Resilience in Their Teams 22:00 - The Power of Vulnerability &amp; Why Leaders Must Lead by Example 30:00 - Joe’s Personal Trauma &amp; How It Shaped His Mission 38:00 - The Role of Stoicism in Overcoming Adversity 44:00 - Daily Practices for Mental Wellness &amp; Leadership Growth 50:00 - How Businesses Can Create a Culture of Mental Health 55:00 - Final Thoughts &amp; Where to Follow Joe 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful leadership insights! 🔥 📲 Follow Joe Smarro: Instagram: @joesmarro Website: https://joesmarro.com 📲 Follow Josh Kosnick: Instagram: @joshkosnick Website: joshkosnick.com 🚀 Support the Mission: spartanvalor.orgSpartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.🔗 Learn more: <a href="https://spartanvalor.org/">spartanvalor.org</a>CONNECT WITH ME HERE: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'>LinkedIn</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'>YouTube </a> SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'>Apple Podcasts</a> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'>Spotify</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'>YouTube</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome back to Spartan Leadership! In this powerful episode, Josh Kosnick sits down with Joe Smarro—Marine Corps veteran, former San Antonio police officer, and co-founder of Solution Point Plus.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Joe has seen combat, crisis, and mental health struggles firsthand—from the battlefields of Iraq to the frontlines of law enforcement. Now, his mission is clear: bridge the gap between mental health and public safety, eradicate suicide among first responders, and equip leaders with the tools to handle high-pressure situations with courage, compassion, and connection.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;✅ Joe’s transition from Marine Corps to Law Enforcement to Mental Health Advocacy&lt;br/&gt;✅ The shocking personal battles that shaped Joe’s mission&lt;br/&gt;✅ How to create mental resilience in high-stakes careers&lt;br/&gt;✅ Practical strategies for de-escalation and leadership under pressure&lt;br/&gt;✅ The power of vulnerability and leading by example&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This conversation could save a life—if you’re a leader, first responder, or anyone battling mental challenges, you need to hear this.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;⏳ Timestamps:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 - Introduction &amp;amp; Joe Smarro’s Background&lt;br/&gt;03:00 - From Marine Corps to Police Officer to Mental Health Advocate&lt;br/&gt;07:00 - The Dark Reality of Mental Health in First Responders&lt;br/&gt;11:00 - Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts &amp;amp; Finding Purpose&lt;br/&gt;16:00 - How Leaders Can Build Mental Resilience in Their Teams&lt;br/&gt;22:00 - The Power of Vulnerability &amp;amp; Why Leaders Must Lead by Example&lt;br/&gt;30:00 - Joe’s Personal Trauma &amp;amp; How It Shaped His Mission&lt;br/&gt;38:00 - The Role of Stoicism in Overcoming Adversity&lt;br/&gt;44:00 - Daily Practices for Mental Wellness &amp;amp; Leadership Growth&lt;br/&gt;50:00 - How Businesses Can Create a Culture of Mental Health&lt;br/&gt;55:00 - Final Thoughts &amp;amp; Where to Follow Joe&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🔥 Subscribe for more powerful leadership insights! 🔥&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;📲&lt;b&gt; Follow Joe Smarro:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: @joesmarro&lt;br/&gt;Website: https://joesmarro.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;📲 Follow Josh Kosnick:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Instagram: @joshkosnick&lt;br/&gt;Website: joshkosnick.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🚀&lt;b&gt; Support the Mission:&lt;/b&gt; spartanvalor.org&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔗 Learn more: &lt;a href="https://spartanvalor.org/"&gt;spartanvalor.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;CONNECT WITH ME HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;TikTok&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Apple Podcasts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Spotify&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome back to Spartan Leadership! In this powerful episode, Josh Kosnick sits down with Joe Smarro—Marine Corps veteran, former San Antonio police officer, and co-founder of Solution Point Plus.  Joe has seen combat, crisis, and mental health struggles firsthand—from the battlefields of Iraq to the frontlines of law enforcement. Now, his mission is clear: bridge the gap between mental health and public safety, eradicate suicide among first responders, and equip leaders with the tools to han...

How Crisis Intervention, Therapy, Leadership, and Resilience Can Save Lives - Joe Smarro | Ep. 203

In this episode, Josh Kosnick is joined by Jason Smith, a constitutional law expert turned business owner, and Emanuel Whitfeld, a bold voice on leadership and accountability. Together, they unpack the corruption in government, the real story behind Elon Musk’s involvement with the administration, and how poor messaging is hurting conservatives. 🔥 Key Topics: The truth about Doge and why it’s exposing deep-seated government corruption. How Elon Musk went from green energy savior to public enemy #1. The Republican messaging problem and why they fail at communication. The reality of tariffs and why America has been getting screwed for decades. The bigger picture—what leaders must do to fix the system. 💡 Don’t just listen—engage! Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you think about the current political landscape. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered leadership insights! #GovernmentCorruption #ElonMusk #Leadership #Politics #SpartanLeadership #JoshKosnick #JasonSmith #EmanuelWhitfeld #RepublicanMessaging #Doge #Tariffs #AmericanEconomy #UnfilteredTruthSpartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.🔗 Learn more: <a href="https://spartanvalor.org/">spartanvalor.org</a>CONNECT WITH ME HERE: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'>LinkedIn</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'>YouTube </a> SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'>Apple Podcasts</a> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'>Spotify</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'>YouTube</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Josh Kosnick is joined by Jason Smith, a constitutional law expert turned business owner, and Emanuel Whitfeld, a bold voice on leadership and accountability. Together, they unpack the corruption in government, the real story behind Elon Musk’s involvement with the administration, and how poor messaging is hurting conservatives.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🔥 Key Topics:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The truth about Doge and why it’s exposing deep-seated government corruption.&lt;br/&gt;How Elon Musk went from green energy savior to public enemy #1.&lt;br/&gt;The Republican messaging problem and why they fail at communication.&lt;br/&gt;The reality of tariffs and why America has been getting screwed for decades.&lt;br/&gt;The bigger picture—what leaders must do to fix the system.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;💡 Don’t just listen—engage! Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you think about the current political landscape.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered leadership insights!&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;#GovernmentCorruption #ElonMusk #Leadership #Politics #SpartanLeadership #JoshKosnick #JasonSmith #EmanuelWhitfeld #RepublicanMessaging #Doge #Tariffs #AmericanEconomy #UnfilteredTruth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔗 Learn more: &lt;a href="https://spartanvalor.org/"&gt;spartanvalor.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;CONNECT WITH ME HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'&gt;&lt;b&gt;TikTok&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Apple Podcasts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Spotify&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode, Josh Kosnick is joined by Jason Smith, a constitutional law expert turned business owner, and Emanuel Whitfeld, a bold voice on leadership and accountability. Together, they unpack the corruption in government, the real story behind Elon Musk’s involvement with the administration, and how poor messaging is hurting conservatives.  🔥 Key Topics:  The truth about Doge and why it’s exposing deep-seated government corruption. How Elon Musk went from green energy savior to public e...

Leadership in Review: Corruption, Leadership & The Truth | Ep. 202

Men today are more isolated, confused, and directionless than ever before. In this powerful conversation, Adam Zastrow joins Josh Kosnick to discuss what it means to be a true leader in your home, business, and faith. 🚀 Topics We Cover: Defining Masculinity &amp; the Joy in Sacrifice The Secret to Strong Leadership Fear Does Not Come from God Why Men Need Brotherhood &amp; Accountability How to Manage Anger &amp; Take Ownership The Radical Commitment to Relationships The Power of Faith in Leadership This is an episode every man needs to hear. If you’re ready to step up and lead with strength, don’t miss this one! 📢 Share this episode with a brother who needs it! 🔗 Follow Adam Zastrow: https://www.instagram.com/zastrowadam/ 🎙 Forging the Path Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ForgingThePathPodcast 🔔 Subscribe &amp; Stay Connected: 👉 Josh Kosnick on YouTube 💬 Join the conversation in the comments! #Leadership #Brotherhood #Faith #MenOfGod #Masculinity #SpartanLeadership #Podcast #AdamZastrowCONNECT WITH ME HERE: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'>LinkedIn</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'>YouTube </a> SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'>Apple Podcasts</a> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'>Spotify</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'>YouTube</a>

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Men today are more isolated, confused, and directionless than ever before. In this powerful conversation, Adam Zastrow joins Josh Kosnick to discuss what it means to be a true leader in your home, business, and faith.  🚀 Topics We Cover:  Defining Masculinity &amp; the Joy in Sacrifice The Secret to Strong Leadership Fear Does Not Come from God Why Men Need Brotherhood &amp; Accountability How to Manage Anger &amp; Take Ownership The Radical Commitment to Relationships The Power of Faith in L...

Adam Zastrow: How to Lead with Strength, Faith & Conviction | Ep. 201

🚨 200 EPISODES STRONG! 🚨We’re celebrating this major milestone with a powerhouse guest—Ryan Williams, a former Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur. From the grueling intensity of BUD/S training to the high-stakes world of business, Ryan has mastered the art of resilience, leadership, and calculated risk-taking—lessons that apply to any entrepreneur looking to dominate.In this episode, Ryan breaks down:🔥 The transition from SEAL teams to running a multi-million dollar business 🔥 Why discipline and reliability matter more than talent in business 🔥 The hardest lessons learned from scaling a company 🔥 How to create systems and processes that actually work 🔥 The brutal truth about leadership, accountability, and owning your mistakes💥 If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or operator looking to level up, this episode is a MUST-WATCH.🔔 Subscribe for more insights on leadership, business, and high-performance habits.📲 Follow Ryan Williams: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ryanwilliams2326'>https://www.instagram.com/invictus5326/</a>📲 Follow Josh Kosnick: Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick'>@joshkosnick</a> Website: <a href='https://www.joshkosnick.com'>www.JoshKosnick.com</a>🚀 Support the Mission: <a href='https://www.spartanvalor.org'>Spartan Valor Foundation</a>#Leadership #NavySEALs #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #RyanWilliams #SpartanLeadership #JoshKosnickCONNECT WITH ME HERE: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/jkos9'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/joshkosnick/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkosnick'>LinkedIn</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/JoshKosnick'>Twitter</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@joshkosnick'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g'>YouTube </a> SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937'>Apple Podcasts</a> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF?si=obTIJ-mjRlmtMr9mxrZ2UA'>Spotify</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4Sd9OrtNepkRmVPyF1w6g/about'>YouTube</a>

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