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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Frac Without a K by John W. Ely Mar 15, 2026

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Frac Without a K by John W. Ely https://www.amazon.com/Frac-Without-K-John-Ely/dp/1665552360 Elyfrac.com The book titled FRAC without a K is actually the third edition of the initial book written in 1985. I got the inspiration for the initial book, titled Stimulation Treatment handbook, form working with a young Engineer who was in distress because of cheating on frac treatments. The original book was designed to instruct personnel on how to oversee fracs-basically understand what was going on and what to expect from the service company. There was, sadly, felonious activity going on in the oilfield and I took it upon myself to do what I could to stop this behavior. The activity was pretty well eliminated when the very large lawsuit occurred between Parker and Parsley and BJ Services occurred in the late 80's. Without going into details the lawsuit was settled for 270 million dollars which was a huge sum in the late 80's. I have included the 1994 edition 2 to show the improvements and advances that have occurred in our industry in 27 years. I include the second edition to show where my mind might have changed but also to allow a younger generation to see where we came from. I placed a lot of emphasis on historical changes as well as discussing at length the waterfrac revolution. My very subjective comments on waterfracs, small sand and actual design of slick water treatments is indeed controversial but not to me. I can state there is nothing equivalent to this book in our industry. You can find books with massive amount of equations or sales pitch phenomena but nothing anywhere as readable as FRAC without a K. I have included hopefully for your enjoyment, war stories and pictures and descriptions of directional kill blowouts I have attended worldwide.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Empowering Small Retailers: NRS Plus Revolutionizes Independent Store Success Mar 14, 2026

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Empowering Small Retailers: NRS Plus Revolutionizes Independent Store Success https://NRSplus.com/ About the Guest(s): Elie Katz is the President and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS), a company dedicated to empowering independent convenience stores, liquor stores, tobacco shops, and gas stations across the U.S. With extensive experience as an executive in diverse industries, Ellie utilizes his strong leadership and organizational skills to drive NRS since its inception, under the subsidiary of IDT. NRS provides an advanced point of sale, network, and credit card processing ecosystem servicing over 35,000 retail locations. Elie Katz is also involved in managing real estate and food establishments, showcasing his deep understanding of business growth and investment. Episode Summary: In this episode of the Chris Voss Show, Chris hosts Elie Katz, President and CEO of National Retail Solutions. Elie Katz's journey in establishing NRS as a beacon for small retailers is explored in depth, alongside discussions on how NRS provides advanced solutions to help independent retailers compete effectively. From revolutionary point of sale systems to integrations with platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats, Elie Katz outlines how his organization facilitates digital transformation for small businesses in an increasingly competitive market. Listeners are offered a firsthand understanding of how NRS's tailored solutions are leveling the playing field for independent retailers across the United States. Elie Katz elaborates on NRS's latest initiatives, including the expansion of premium features and AI product recommendations that streamline operations and enhance consumer engagement. The discussion also dives into security innovations like the company's patented panic alarm and strategies for digital transformation, which are not just theoretical but ingrained into the ethos at NRS. Elie Katz's insights into focus and execution in leadership highlight pivotal lessons that are not only applicable to existing retailers but inspiring to aspiring entrepreneurs as well. Discover the evolving dynamics in retail and learn how to remain relevant and successful through adaptive strategies in this engaging episode. Key Takeaways: NRS empowers over 35,000 independent retailers across the U.S. with state-of-the-art POS systems and service integrations. Elie Katz's leadership philosophy emphasizes understanding pain points, focus, and execution to drive company growth and customer satisfaction. NRS's AI product recommendations help retailers optimize inventory and pricing, vital in today's economy. Partnerships with major companies like DoorDash and GrubHub expand customer reach for neighborhood retailers. Innovations like the panic alarm showcase NRS's commitment to retailer security and business continuity. Notable Quotes: "Small retailers have to stay in the game, especially in today's economy." "Focus and get it done. You can't pay your bills with excuses." "We've got to keep up with the AI transformation, or you risk being left behind." "Digital transformation isn't just necessary—it's vital for survival in today's competitive market landscape." "Every feature we add aims at one goal: helping small businesses become more efficient."

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – A Hundred Honeymoons: A Novel by J.S. Wilson Mar 14, 2026

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A Hundred Honeymoons: A Novel by J.S. Wilson https://www.amazon.com/Hundred-Honeymoons-Novel-J-S-Wilson/dp/1664134204 Women are predators too, only the prey is different? - A.J. Strindberg A Hundred Honeymoons? storyline develops like a carnally driven small town soap opera revolving around two innocent teenagers, Todd and Sally. Drenched in hormonal confusion, Todd?s teenage adventures offer a good number of relatable moments for the reader to quip, ?Yeah, I remember feeling like that.? While Sally?s journey takes her from naive cheerleader to a mature woman. Exploitive and corrupt characters woven throughout, it is a story premeditated with carnal adventures, broken hearts, and true love. Can these infatuated, yet durable teenagers, survive and prove, love does conquer all?

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Shimmer: The Polka-Dot Zebra by Taraleigh SkywalkerRapha Mar 13, 2026

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Shimmer: The Polka-Dot Zebra by Taraleigh SkywalkerRapha https://www.amazon.com/Shimmer-Polka-Dot-Zebra-Taraleigh-SkywalkerRapha-ebook/dp/B0F2VSS7SC Based on a true-life event, a polka-dot zebra was born in 2019 on the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Polka-dots being born into a world of stripes--an oddity that has never been seen before. Shimmer is about a zebra that doesn't even know if she is a real zebra if she doesn't have stripes like everyone else. She doesn't fit in and is teased and bullied mercilessly until she eventually forgets her own name. One day a group of bullies push her off a cliff into a muddy bog, where she becomes stuck and comes face-to-face with Blamey, a gigantic crocodile. Blamey refuses to eat Shimmer because she "doesn't have stripes," which causes Shimmer to burst into tears that she is not even good enough to be eaten. Blamey, with the help of his flamingo and firefly friends, teaches Shimmer what she is really made of and what really counts. What was seemingly the worst day of Shimmer's life transforms her. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH YOU. You are a star plucked from the heavens and wrapped in a mud suit. Your inner spirit star was created perfectly. The real you is not mud. You are pure light. Shine.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Art of Strength: Sculpt the Body—Train the Mind by Tammy Wise Mar 12, 2026

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The Art of Strength: Sculpt the Body—Train the Mind by Tammy Wise https://www.amazon.com/Art-Strength-Sculpt-Body-Train-Mind/dp/1982209461 Bodylogos.com Apply Tao principles and active meditation to resistance training to transform tension into strength! Your body's design has been honed over millions of years. It has its own inherent wisdom, and it knows what it needs and how to survive. Our modern lifestyle has undermined that wisdom. The result? Exhaustion, anxiety, fatigue, tension, pain, even sickness. The Art of Strength: Sculpt the Body ~ Train the Mind is a Book/3D-Video Learning System that gives you a foundational understanding of how your energy is motivated--and an approach to accessing and channeling that energy to achieve your full strength. Based in Tao theory and practiced in your workouts, this is the how-to for living relaxed on the inside and strong on the outside. Aided by 15 video tutorials, readers will gain a comprehensive philosophy on how energy optimally flows through the body and how tension obscures that flow. While new fitness trends emerge from one week to the next, The Art of Strength offers a far more integrated approach: deep insight into Eastern thought coupled with a self-analysis system and physical fitness workout routine which integrate for a complete mind-body wellness experience. This innovative combination of in-depth book content and 3D animation will guide readers to the emotional root of physical tension. A 3D avatar and live video model demonstrate internal and external energy movement, while practical Tao principles are explained and related to workout challenges. The Art of Strength shares the nuts and bolts of the BodyLogos® practice to offer you an understanding of your own blocks to living the power of your intention. Stop chasing success and experience it with ease!

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Vi Wickam: Unveiling the Wizard of Ads: The Power of Authentic Marketing Mar 12, 2026

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Vi Wickam: Unveiling the Wizard of Ads: The Power of Authentic Marketing Viwickam.com Wizardofadsonline.com About the Guest(s): Vi Wickam is a seasoned expert in digital marketing known for his prowess in Google AdWords management, marketing, and web development. As the driving force behind Wizard of Ads Online, Via specializes in empowering local service, retail, and e-commerce businesses to optimize their online presence and marketing strategies. An award-winning musician and self-proclaimed "uber geek," he combines a deep understanding of digital marketing with his artistic flair in music, even playing his great-grandfather's violin. Via is committed to transparency and client success, ensuring businesses maintain control over their digital destinies. Episode Summary: In this lively episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris invites Vi Wickam, a renowned digital marketer and musician, to share his insights on selling with authenticity and precision in the digital age. The conversation kicks off with a humorous recount of Vi Wickam's musical roots and examines how his artistic background influences his strategic marketing approach. Exploring the dynamic world of digital marketing, Vi Wickam discusses the critical importance of maintaining transparency, especially when it comes to ad spending. His philosophy focuses on aligned incentives and ensuring client interests remain at the forefront of every campaign. The episode also dives into Via's belief in the power of storytelling as a pivotal marketing tool, emphasizing that a compelling narrative can transform businesses and foster genuine connections with customers. Furthermore, the discussion touches upon the potential pitfalls of inauthentic marketing practices and the 'black box' nature of platforms like Google. Key Takeaways: Transparency in Digital Marketing: Via stresses the importance of transparency and ensuring clients have control and understanding of their ad spend and campaign performance. The Power of Storytelling: A compelling story combined with clear messaging can significantly enhance a brand's appeal and customer engagement. Aligned Incentives: Successful marketing strategies prioritize client growth and profitability rather than mere ad spending. Digital Strategy Over Tactics: True strategic marketing goes beyond trendy tactics and focuses on sustainable growth and audience connection. Authenticity Matters: Inauthentic campaigns can backfire, damaging brand reputation and customer trust in an age where AI and consumers can detect insincerity. Notable Quotes: "As humans, we are storytelling machines…stories resonate deeply with both men and women." "A story without an audience is worthless. It has to be a good story that connects with people." "Digital marketers often think that tactics equal strategy, but real strategy is built on a strong foundation." "There's no amount of tactics that can beat a great offer." "Aligning incentives with client growth ensures that our focus is on what's best for the client, not just increasing ad spend."

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Why Me?: The Brain on Tilt by Dr David Arthur Kent Mar 12, 2026

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Why Me?: The Brain on Tilt by Dr David Arthur Kent https://www.amazon.com/Why-Me-David-Arthur-Kent/dp/B0FZSF5PW4 Davidkentauthor.com This book provides a comprehensive overview of mental illness, emphasizing that these conditions are biological and medical in nature, not signs of weakness or moral failings. It focuses heavily on evidence-based treatment, detailing how recovery is possible for conditions ranging from depression and OCD to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, often through a combination of medication, psychotherapy (such as CBT, DBT, and ERP), and innovative biological interventions like TMS and ECT. A critical theme is the essential role of family support and education in improving outcomes and reducing relapse rates, alongside the need to combat stigma which remains a major barrier to seeking timely and effective help. The book illustrates these concepts through detailed case studies of individuals managing chronic illnesses successfully, redefining recovery as functional improvement rather than chasing a complete cure.About the author Board-certified psychiatrist with 30+ years of clinical expertise in mental health treatment and neuropsychiatry. Founder and owner of NuMe TMS Clinics in Idaho, specializing in advanced brain stimulation therapies (TMS, Deep TMS, ECT) for treatment-resistant mental illness. Education & Research Background: Medical degree: University of Iowa School of Medicine Psychiatric residency: University of Iowa (1986-1990) Conducted influential research on conversion disorders and functional neurological conditions Contributed to multi-site clinical studies on Deep TMS for OCD Clinical Philosophy: Evidence-based medicine combined with compassionate, patient-centered care. Mental illness is a treatable medical condition—not a character flaw. Recovery is possible. Mission: Reduce mental health stigma through education, advance access to innovative treatments, and help people understand that proper psychiatric care offers genuine hope for meaningful recovery.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Who Is the Architect of Your Life? by Scott Rusnak Mar 11, 2026

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Who Is the Architect of Your Life? by Scott Rusnak https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Who-Architect-Your-Life/dp/B0FRFGLBSC Scottrusnak.com Do you have the courage to become the architect of your own life? It starts with a simple but powerful shift: Understanding that every “no” creates space for the right “yes.” Say yes to the right things—and your life moves forward with purpose. Say yes to the wrong things—and you’ll overcommit. I know this because I’ve lived it. Early in my career, I said yes to everything. Opportunities, collaborations, and projects that seemed important at the time. But it left me scattered, exhausted, and ultimately stuck. I was "over-committed." It wasn’t until I mastered the discipline of saying NO that I found my stride. My focus sharpened, my impact grew, and I felt more aligned than ever. And in doing so, I felt fully aligned with the life I was meant to lead. In this book’s step-by-step process, I take you through a practical, battle-tested process to: Build the Architect’s Mindset—so you can design a life you're proud to live. Clarify your values, your where, your what, and your why Surround yourself with the right people to fuel your growth Set clear, aligned goals—and actually follow through Design your days, weeks, and year to stay on track This isn’t theory. It’s a system I’ve used personally and with thousands of high-achieving entrepreneurs, athletes, and executives. You already have what it takes. Now you need the blueprint. Most people will be in the same place next year. Let’s make sure that person isn’t you.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Hard Line (Gray Man) by Mark Greaney Mar 09, 2026

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The Hard Line (Gray Man) by Mark Greaney https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Line-Gray-Man/dp/0593954815 The Gray Man, the world’s deadliest assassin and apex predator, discovers he’s really the prey in the most shocking entry of this #1 New York Times bestselling series. Family means different things to different people, but in the Gray Man’s world, family is defined by blood—the blood you share with some and the blood you shed with others. Court Gentry’s current family operates out of an office park in Norfolk, Virginia. The Ghost Town is an off-the-books direct action team run by Matt Hanley, former CIA Deputy Director. They take on the jobs the Agency needs handled “discretely,” and those jobs are rolling in. Somewhere at the top of the US Intelligence apparatus, security experts and intelligence operations worldwide are threatened. It starts with a blown safe house in Tunis. Then Court himself barely escapes from an ambush in the jungles of Nicaragua. Now key members of the U.S. counterintelligence community are being assassinated in their own neighborhoods. With the feds compromised, it’s up to Court and his team to stop the hit squads. But eliminating professional kill teams may be the least of the Gray Man’s worries when he finds himself targeted by the legendary assassin codenamed Whetstone—a man driven out of retirement by a very personal quest to rain down hellfire on Court and everyone he’s ever loved, starting with the father he hasn’t seen in twenty years.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Awakening Of Dan Hanley: Novel by Rita K. Hamilton Mar 09, 2026

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The Awakening Of Dan Hanley: Novel by Rita K. Hamilton https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Dan-Hanley-Novel/dp/1418469599 To get his college degree as quickly as possible, twenty-one year old Dan needs to live with Margaret, an unknown distant relative. The elderly landlady claims she can communicate psychically with animals. Dan is dumbfounded. She doesn't seem the weirdo type. She has to be a shyster, evil, or just plain crazy. To protect himself from the possibility of Margaret's corrupting influence, he devises a plan. He will keep as much distance between them as their "work for room and board" arrangement will allow. A complicating factor is Laurie, the cute girl next door. Dan struggles to resist his attraction to her. He doesn't have the time or money for romantic entanglements. Besides, he is convinced she has been brainwashed by Margaret. Then there is Bill Saxon, neighborhood thug, thief, and animal tormentor, who takes an instant dislike to Dan. Seventy pounds lighter than Bill and inexperienced at fist fighting, Dan knows he is no match for Bill. Additional issues center around the animals: Sobra, the timid Labrador; her mother, Lady; Petey, the parakeet; and the cats, Taylor, Katy, Princess, and Cherish. Each playa significant part in a life lesson for Dan.

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