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Jeff Laugen – Benicia Home Improvement, 40 Years Oct 08, 2026

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Gabe Gaines – The Philosophy of Special Operations Oct 07, 2026

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Gabe Gaines is a Green Beret, long tabbed, operator in the US Special Forces. Gabe leads an ODA. In his role as team NCOIC, his task is to pass his lessons on to his younger guys. These lessons, as we find out, are not about trigger pulling. It's more about how a warrior survives the pace of combat operations. For more on Gabe check out TheGabeGaines on SubStack or X. Pete A Turner and Gabe dig in and have a chat only two combat warriors can. They dig deep into how Gabe leads, how he thinks about leading, and the fascinating elements of modern war. Pete is thrilled to present Gabe Gaines on the Break It Down Show.

Mitch Ferguson - Joshua Rauh on Uncommon Knowledge Oct 06, 2026

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Mitch Ferguson is back on the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner. Pete reached out to Mitch after watching a recent episode of Uncommon Knowledge with guest Josuah Rauh. Peter Robinson hosts the Hoover Institute's episode that deals with today's economics. This episode is less about President Trump economic policy and more about how Joshua sees the economics of the world. youtu.be/GrTK2WShoWA

Mike Cote - The US, Denmark and Greenland Strategic Update Sep 22, 2026

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Mike Cote returns to inform us about the updated deal between the US, Greenland and Denmark. The deal updates the 1/2 century old accord. Hemispheric defense updates during the Trump Administration have caused a realignment of strategic partners. In particular, the US had gathered Central and South American countries. These updated partnerships have refounded the US' hegemonic status. With greater influence over Greenland the US can protect and project to the north and check the advances of adversaries on the other side of the globe.

Amber Brittain-Hale - Fauda and Foreign Policy Sep 18, 2026

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Amber Brittain-Hale returns to the Break It Down Show to talk Foreign Policy and art imitating life. The landmark show Fauda, seen on Netflix, is breaking ground. Rather than fanciful castles and diplomats spinning intrigue. Fauda is rooted in real world actions at the ground level. Fauda gets so close to reality that it often touches and foresees the future.

Teresa Rodriguez – Liberte Press Sep 17, 2026

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Teresa Rodriguez is a bestselling author, award-winning publisher, and founder of Liberté Press, an independent publishing house dedicated to bringing powerful stories into the world. She is the author of Fly Solo and Body, Mind, and Solo, and her TEDx talk on solo travel has been viewed more than 1.6 million times. A longtime writer, editor and storyteller, Teresa now helps authors find their voice, tell the stories only they can tell, and turn those stories into books that leave a lasting legacy.

Robert Eringer - Counterintelligence Charles McGonigal Sep 16, 2026

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Robert Eringer returns to the Break It Down Show with Pete A. Turner. Robert and Pete discuss the curious case of Charles McGonigal. It's not common to have two counterintelligence pros talk about current events. Produced by Brad Hutchings.

Semper Fi: Two Brothers in the Pacific WWII Sep 16, 2026

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Rhonda Lomeil joins Pete A Turner on the Break It Down Show. Rhonda come to us through USMC ret COL John McKay. John brought Rhonda to Pete's attention because of her book about her father and uncle who fought in the Pacific Theater during World War II To get Rhonda's book head to amzn.to/3SWVsPy Rhonda's website is RhondaLomeli.com Here's a blurb from the book. In the shadow of a quiet American small town, two ordinary brothers answered the call that would forge them into Marines and hurl them into the savage Battles of the Pacific Theater Operation. Through raw, first-hand accounts, Semper Fi, Marine brings the hellish coral ridges, deadly caves, and brutal fighting of Peleliu to vivid, heart-pounding life. Through fear, loss, and unimaginable courage, the brothers survived the war only to face a new battle, rebuilding lives in a world forever changed. Now in this revised and expanded second edition, their powerful story is more immersive than ever. Enhanced photographs throughout reveal the faces, the foxholes, and the battlefields of Peleliu in stunning new detail. Decades later, the author journeys to the far side of the globe to stand on the very ground where her father fought, closing a circle of honor that spans generations. With a powerful new foreword by Colonel John C. McKay, USMC (Ret.) and glowing advanced praise from former military members who call it "unforgettable," "deeply moving," and "a must-read for every American," this is more than a war story. It is a timeless tribute to brotherhood, sacrifice, and the unbreakable Marine spirit that still defines us today.

Mike Cote - The Iran vs US War Update, Trump, Rubio, Hegseth vs the Mullahs Sep 15, 2026

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Mike Cote returns to the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner to discuss the current events and long term outlook for the war between Iran and the US. Joining the fellas is Dr Amber Brittain-Hale. The thing we attempt to do in these episodes is provide some clear headed, non-partisan analysis and critique of the global scale events. With news breaking about this conflict moment by moment, this coupled with commentators providing their own takes...we trust that Break It Down Show offers something unique and credible.

Paul Manna – 25 Years after 9/11 and Baseball Sep 10, 2026

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Professor Paul Manna returns to the Break It Down Show with Pete A Turner. In Paul's syllabus for Gov 351, he provides his guidance for the use of AI in his class. Paul's class focuses on the required bureaucracy that well formed governments have. This notion of the power of the bureau being essential is right up our alley. It's likely that Paul and Pete will discuss baseball. Both are active writers/commenters on X in the world of baseball.

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