The Joe Rooz Show

Thinking about publishing a book? Before you sign a contract or pay a publishing company, make sure you understand what you're getting into. Tonight, Joe welcomes Michele DeFilippo, founder of 1106 Design, for a practical discussion about traditional publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid publishing—and the costly mistakes aspiring authors should avoid. Michele explains publishing contracts, ISBN ownership, royalties, upfront fees, and how platforms such as Amazon KDP and IngramSpark fit into the process. They also explore the importance of professional editing and book design, the risks of cutting corners during production, and how artificial intelligence is changing the publishing landscape. Whether you're writing your first manuscript or preparing to bring a finished book to market, this conversation offers useful guidance for protecting your investment, maintaining control of your work, and producing a professional-quality book. Guest: Michele DeFilippo, 1106 Design Website: https://1106design.com/ Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Support The Joe Rooz Show & Go Backstage Support The Joe Rooz Show for just $5/month and get access to exclusive content, including The Post Show Show—where Joe returns to the ideas, questions and moments from these conversations that he wasn't quite finished talking about. ️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/joerooz ▶️ Rumble: Click JOIN on The Joe Rooz Show channel Locals: https://joeroozshow.locals.com The conversation ends. Joe doesn't. Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Producer Karl Nicosia Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (01:08) Joe introduces Michelle DiFilippo and publishing myths (02:52) How publishing changed from traditional to self publishing (08:09) Traditional, self, and hybrid publishing explained (11:16) AI in writing and why human voice still matters (15:31) First time author mistakes and the value of experts (19:00) Questions authors should ask before producing a book (30:45) Red flags with publishers, ISBNs, royalties, and contracts (39:46) Genres, money saving advice, and why quality wins (43:15) Success, print books, ebooks, and audiobook preferences (50:42) Joe recaps lessons for authors and closes the show - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

In this episode of The Joe Rooz Show Sunday Bible Study, we continue our journey through the Book of Daniel with chapter 5 and the dramatic account of Belshazzar's feast, the handwriting on the wall, and the fall of Babylon. While the king celebrates behind seemingly impenetrable walls, judgment is already approaching. We examine the arrogance of mocking the things of God, the dangers of spiritual complacency and false security, and Daniel's courageous refusal to compromise his convictions for worldly rewards. What does it mean to be weighed in the balances and found wanting? How do we recognize the spiritual dangers around us, protect our families, and remain grounded in the word of God? From the downfall of an ancient empire to the challenges facing believers today, Daniel 5 reminds us that earthly power is temporary, God's warnings must never be ignored, and the Lord remains sovereign over the rise and fall of kingdoms. Watch/Listen LIVE 2:00 PM CT Rumble: https://Rumble.com/JoeRooz YouTube: https://YouTube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Support The Joe Rooz Show & Go Backstage Support The Joe Rooz Show for just $5/month and get access to exclusive content, including The Post Show Show—where Joe returns to the ideas, questions and moments from these conversations that he wasn't quite finished talking about. ️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/joerooz ▶️ Rumble: Click JOIN on The Joe Rooz Show channel Locals: https://joeroozshow.locals.com The conversation ends. Joe doesn't. Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Producer Karl Nicosia Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:00:12) Opening and Daniel chapter 5 overview (00:03:00) Belshazzar's feast and mocking holy vessels (00:06:30) Babylon's false security under siege (00:14:26) The handwriting appears on the wall (00:17:08) Why the wise men cannot read God's message (00:25:46) Daniel is summoned before the king (00:37:12) Daniel rejects rewards and rebukes pride (00:55:48) Mene Tekel Upharsin and Babylon's fall (01:00:06) Final warning about spiritual danger - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

Can you win an election without millions of dollars? Tonight, Joe sits down with political strategist, U.S. Air Force veteran, and author Chase Russell to explore what really wins campaigns in modern American politics. From operating MQ-9 Reaper drones in the military to leading Gray Eagle Strategies, Chase explains how leadership, mission focus, and execution shaped his approach to political campaigning. They discuss why candidates often become obsessed with fundraising while overlooking what actually connects with voters: authentic messaging, emotional connection, grassroots organizing, and a clear strategy. The conversation also explores congressional term limits, political consultants, first-time candidates, the influence of money in politics, and how artificial intelligence is changing political advertising and voter outreach. Chase shares the philosophy behind his book, Winning Without Millions, and his work with RightReach and Omni Media Group. Whether you're considering running for office or simply wondering what really happens behind the scenes of an election, this candid conversation offers a revealing look at the strategy, technology, and human relationships driving modern political campaigns. Chase Russell Official Website: https://www.chaserussellofficial.com/ Winning Without Millions by Chase Russell: https://www.chaserussellofficial.com/book Grey Eagle Strategies: https://www.greyeagleco.com/ Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Support The Joe Rooz Show & Go Backstage Support The Joe Rooz Show for just $5/month and get access to exclusive content, including The Post Show Show—where Joe returns to the ideas, questions and moments from these conversations that he wasn't quite finished talking about. ️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/joerooz ▶️ Rumble: Click JOIN on The Joe Rooz Show channel Locals: https://joeroozshow.locals.com The conversation ends. Joe doesn't. Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Producer Karl Nicosia Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:08) Can campaigns win without millions? (00:02:33) Air Force service and lessons in leadership (00:06:36) How Chase got hooked on politics (00:08:17) Why money makes politics more toxic (00:11:33) Term limits and banning stock trading (00:16:04) Why good candidates lose winnable races (00:19:58) Building Gray Eagle with a different model (00:22:00) Fundraising myths and doing more with less (00:25:23) Mistakes first time candidates make (00:27:42) How politics changes the people in it (00:32:42) Voter frustration, taxes, and the economy (00:38:32) Inside the book Winning Without Millions (00:41:21) When to discourage someone from running (00:47:01) RightReach and conservative digital strategy (00:52:14) Where AI helps campaigns and where it hurts (00:57:31) Tim Tebow, the book launch, and final thoughts (01:01:00) Joe reflects on strategy and modern campaigns - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

Tonight, former FBI Special Agent Eric Robinson joins Joe to tell the remarkable story of going from the pulpit to Quantico and a 24-year career with the FBI, including 15 years as a SWAT operator. Eric explains how 12 years in Christian ministry unexpectedly prepared him to interview suspects, build rapport and understand people, what television gets wrong about FBI tactics and interrogations, how SWAT operations evolved during his career, and why retirement forced him to rethink an identity built around being an agent. Joe and Eric also compare experiences from ministry and law enforcement, swap stories about interviewing suspects and discuss what years of dealing with criminals taught them about human nature, judgment, empathy and personal responsibility. Eric also shares stories behind his upcoming book Irreverent, including criminal investigations, counterterrorism and a murder-for-hire case involving a plot to kill a federal judge. Eric Robinson Official Website: https://preachertobreacher.com/ Irreverent by Eric Robinson: https://preachertobreacher.com/ Eric Robinson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-robinson-9220053a4 Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Support The Joe Rooz Show & Go Backstage Support The Joe Rooz Show for just $5/month and get access to exclusive content, including The Post Show Show—where Joe returns to the ideas, questions and moments from these conversations that he wasn't quite finished talking about. ️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/joerooz ▶️ Rumble: Click JOIN on The Joe Rooz Show channel Locals: https://joeroozshow.locals.com The conversation ends. Joe doesn't. Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Producer Karl Nicosia Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:00:20) Eric Robinson's unusual path to the FBI (00:03:10) From Christian ministry to burnout and change (00:09:07) Quantico transition and first FBI assignment (00:11:54) Mission work in Turkey and lessons on faith (00:14:33) Pastoral skills that helped in interrogations (00:19:42) Leaving ministry and losing the FBI identity (00:32:01) SWAT tactics and reading suspects under pressure (00:46:16) Why he wrote Irreverent and the cases inside (01:04:02) A respected leader and where to follow Eric - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

In this Sunday Bible Study, we walk through Daniel 4 and Nebuchadnezzar's hard lesson in humility as God uses the king's dream, his fall and eventual restoration to demonstrate that “the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men.” We look at both the prophetic and practical sides of the chapter: God's authority is everlasting, pride brings abasement, and human wisdom can never replace dependence on the Lord. Nebuchadnezzar's experience also becomes a warning about self-exaltation, misplaced confidence and trying to live as though we are ultimately in control. Sometimes God allows us to spend time in the pasture before we reach the palace, and Daniel 4 leaves us with a simple but weighty lesson: seek God's wisdom, learn what adversity is trying to teach us, and above all, let God be God. Watch/Listen LIVE 2:00 PM CT Rumble: https://Rumble.com/JoeRooz YouTube: https://YouTube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Support The Joe Rooz Show & Go Backstage Support The Joe Rooz Show for just $5/month and get access to exclusive content, including The Post Show Show—where Joe returns to the ideas, questions and moments from these conversations that he wasn't quite finished talking about. ️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/joerooz ▶️ Rumble: Click JOIN on The Joe Rooz Show channel Locals: https://joeroozshow.locals.com The conversation ends. Joe doesn't. Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Producer Karl Nicosia Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:00:15) Introduction to Daniel Chapter 4 (00:03:08) Nebuchadnezzar Praises God's Dominion (00:09:25) The Troubling Dream and Babylon's Wise Men (00:14:14) How God's Spirit Reveals Hidden Truth (00:19:24) Daniel Interprets the Great Tree (00:27:44) Nebuchadnezzar's Pride and Sudden Humbling (00:34:25) Insanity as a Warning Against Pride (00:43:14) Self Reliance, Prosperity, and God's Limits (00:54:28) Why God Humbles People for Their Good (01:01:13) Letting God Be God in Your Life - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com