Break It Down Show

Joe Duca – Evergreen Director, Indie Filmmaker - Award-winning indie writer-director Joe Duca toured with his debut feature-length film, Evergreen (2020), winner of the Houston Broadcast Critics Association's Best Picture, Best Actress, & Best Supporting Actress Awards, Hunter Mountain Film Festival's Best Director, and the Fort Worth Indie Film Showcases Audience Choice Award, among others, prior to landing distribution through Indiecan Pictures, and a December 2020 release. Watch Evergreen on Amazon at He and our Pete A Turner discuss his indie film, how he likes to get to know the cast before shooting in order to get the best of them, how you don’t always enjoy doing what you love, how long he thinks legendary actors will “live on” through their legacy and more. For the  of this episode head to Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Indie filmmaker His Christmas film ain't cliché Go

Karith Foster - You Can Be Perfect Or You Can Be Happy - Karith is a humorist, TV and radio personality, actress, inspirational and motivational speaker, entrepreneur and author. Karith is the author of Laugh Your Way to Happiness: 101 Ways to Have a Great Laugh and the soon-to-be released children’s book Lealah Finds Love. Karith is co-creator of the diversity program “Stereotyped 101″ and founder and creator of “Laughter Bootcamp” a personal development seminar that utilizes laughter and group exercises to promote stress relief, productivity and team building for individuals, groups, organizations and corporations.  Get more about Karith, including her book You Can Be Perfect Or You Can Be Happy on In this episode with Matt Balaker supporting our Pete, Karith talks about her experience as a comic, people stereotyping her as a “Huxtable”, her views on diversity vs “INversity”, her appearance in the documentary Can We Take a Joke, being accused of “fat cat shaming” (yeah you read it right), being a good mom

Dan McLaughlin - Baseball and Politics, MLB Cancels Atlanta - Dan McLaughlin returns to the Break It Down Show. Dan is a Senior Writer for the National Review. While we often have Dan on to discuss current events, today, we're focusing on the start of the MLB season.  Of course, MLB has inserted itself into politics and canceled Atlanta as this year's All-Star game host. This strikes Pete A Turner and Dan as odd since Rob Manfred seems to want to punish Georgia residents for creating greater integrity in the election system...which, is their right.  BUT, it's still baseball season so we also talk about one of our favorite things, BASEBALL.  For the  of this episode head to  Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Atlanta canceled Manfred chooses politics Let us just, Play Ball!!! ​Similar episodes:  -   -   -  Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we battle PTSD.  Executive Producer/Host:

Hana Bajramovic – The Second Amendment, Who Right is It - One of the things that makes the Break It Down Show great is our ability to hear both sides of a conversation. In this episode, Pete A Turner hosts , a lawyer, and now author. Hana's book focuses on the history of the US' 2nd Amendment. Gun rights to some are a group or community right. To others, it's an individual right. Rather than have a debate, Pete invited Ryan Petty who lost his daughter in the Parkland Fl school shooting.  Get Hana's book on Amazon at hamzn.to/3xcNdz3 Ryan and Hana have similar goals. They each want to reduce harm, but they have differing viewpoints on how to accomplish it. Somehow, we manage to navigate our way through disagreement, while maintaining respect...if nothing else, there's the lesson in this wonderful episode.  the intro for this episode is provided by cohost . Ryan does a lot of things...but most importantly, he's working regionally and nationally to reduce violence in schools...head to his website so learn how t

Wilfred Reilly - Is Race a Problem in the US? - Wil returns to the Break It Down Show to hang with Pete A Turner. Wil's star continues to rise. Reilly has been on Fox and Friends, Tucker Carlson and again on BIDS. What sets Wil apart from others in his field, is the use of empirical data allowing for better illustration of problems.   Get Wil's book Get Wil's book Wil's book Hate Crime Hoax continues to be relevant, even peaking in the top 100 on Amazon despite the book being several years old. The fellas discuss, race, academia and measuring groups on skin tone rather than a host of other factors. Whether it's debunking White Fragility, Race Mongering in General or Taboo topics, we need more discussions like this. Watch the live version of this episode on YouTube at  Our intro today is provided by Brad Hutchings. Brad is a long-time supporter of BIDS, and a smart dude. Brad brings quite a bit of insight to his music and his comedy.   Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription

Serge Cheretovich - Serge Creator, Content Creator -  has figured out how to make a LOT of money on blogging, podcasting and YouTubing. His agency services creators looking to break out themselves. His strategies and guidance are industry standard.  Serge's story is one of hard work, a few breaks and a willingness to reinvent himself. The result is a successful, insightful dude who we simply, can't get enough of. BTW, Serge is also a successful immigrant story. Born in Ukraine, Serge has made it a LONG way to high rise living in DTLA. Watch the live version of this episode on YouTube at Our intro today is provided by David Kneiss. David is a past guest and documentarian. His latest project chronicles the story of Medal of Honor recipient Jason Dunham's sacrifice on 22APR2004. debuts in the Summer of 2021. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​Haiku Serge the Creator Has reinvented again Now you

Lisa Jackson - Culture Pros, How Do Values Show UP - Pete A Turner LOVES talking about culture with folks who know. knows what she's doing. She's the co-founder of Corporate Culture Pros. It's remarkable to note that many corporate mergers fail...and much of that failure is attributed to incongruence in culture.  Corp culture is a challenge for any organization...it's folks like Lisa that sort it out for them. Hang on, this one starts out fast and moves like lightning.  Get Lisa's culture-focused magazine and facts about her company at For the LIVE version of this show head to https://youtu.be/vYXk-WuPVHQ The intro for this episode is provided by Keith Wright. Keith has known Pete for decades...he was Pete's youth pastor and the relationship helped form the dude we know and love today. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​Haiku Culture Hates Design Cultural Acuity  Use their path to win ​​Sim

Jason Mendelsohn – Superman HPV – Jason Mendelsohn is an HPV Oropharyngeal (Tonsil) Cancer Survivor, married, business owner & member of Executive Board for Head & Neck Cancer Alliance. Jason's story began back in April 2014, when he felt a bump on his neck. Three days later, without any symptoms except the bump, he got the diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma of the right tonsil, ultimately being diagnosed as stage 4 HPV related tonsil cancer. The fight was on and Jason transformed himself in Superman to battle cancer. Get more of Jason's incredible story at or on Twitter at Pete A Turner gets into Jason's incredible journey on the Break It Down Show. As it turns out, he and actor Michael Douglas have more in common than the love for Catherine Zeta Jones. For the  of this episode head to Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​Haiku Cancer survivor A bump turns into more, fast Be a Super

Jason Piccolo - US Border Crisis, Nobody Has the Answer - Jason Piccolo is an expert on immigration and the border crisis on the US' southern border with Mexico. He's been an agent on the ground, he's been a whistleblower when the Obama administration failed to protect immigrant children...and he's been a warrior against human trafficking for years.  For the live version of this episode head to    Jason and Pete A Turner get into the crisis...and Jason notes that it never ceases. He asserts that because the US is an ideal as well as a destination, an entire economy is created to get people to and across the border. This isn't a political problem...it's a human one.    Today's intro is provided by PETE!!! While this is episode 933 for the podcast the live versions of the show passed 1000 episodes this week. Pete checks in with a big announcement and to thank everyone.   Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting th

John DeMartini – The Values Factor - John DeMartini is a world-renowned specialist in human behavior, a researcher, author and global educator. He has developed a series of solutions applicable across all markets, sectors and age groups. His education curriculum ranges from corporate empowerment programs, financial empowerment strategies, self-development programs, relationship solutions and social transformation programs. Get more about John at or just click on his FB account Get all of his books on Amazon On BIDS John shares his beginnings of how he was not expected to amount to anything in life, his love for delegating, how he manages to still “travel” via Zoom, seeing the upside and downside in everything, and he and host Pete even say a thing or two about epigenetics. For the  of this episode head to Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Born with obstacles Still, he's successful as

DJ Severe - LA Dodgers DJ, World Champion - We met DJ Severe a few years ago. The Dodgers have always been a favorite team for Pete...but then it got better. The Dodgers invited Jon, Pete and BRENNA! to Dodger Stadium to record a show. Since then we've hosted conversations with Joe Davis, Todd Leitz and DJ Severe all from the Dodger family.   You gotta check out DJ Severe's live DJ sessions on Facebook #BopsOnly Now that the Dodgers won the World Series, we wanted to check in with our homeboy and see what it feels like to be a champion.  Imagine as a kid, you're a Dodger fan...you go to Jackie Robinson HS, You get to meet Rachel Robinson...this is a dream life.  Today's intro is provided by Brenna.  She's pretty much the best at everything...so we are fortunate to get few mins of her time...and we'll try to be as chill as possible.  For the live version of this episode head to Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to suppo

Jerome Rand - Sailing Into Oblivion, the Mighty Sparrow - Joining us on this episode is Jerome Rand a dude who solo sailed around the world. Imagine, you're on a 32' boat, in the middle of the Indian Ocean's doldrums, an area that is notoriously calm and hard to get through, and it's just you...it's ONLY been you for weeks?  Watch Jerome's and get his Now imagine the other end of the spectrum. You're in a storm with waves that are over 2x higher than your boat. The ocean is trying to claim you and your boat...then a massive wave hits your boat like a car crash, you hear the boat break...just a little.   Scott Shipman produces, cohosts and provides the intro for this fantastic episode of the Break It Down Show.   Watch the live episode here Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku In oblivion Alone with your mighty bird Oblivion smiles Similar episodes: Robert Owens Bryan Fuller Chet Rohn

Clint Emerson and Pete A Turner - Surviving Dangerous Situations - Clint Emerson is an author who specializes in keeping people safe. He's written a number of highly successful books. The 100 Skills books have sold 1000s of copies.  Pete A Turner, is also a guest today, he and Clint compare notes and techniques on staying safe. The techniques both guests offer are proven and tested.  Also, hosting today's episode is our friend Shelley Klingerman. Shelley is also a security expert, her focus is on female safety and security.   Today's Live introduction is fro Pete's friend who goes back decades, Kirk Gomez. Kirk does a LOT of things well, especially hosting fantasy  league sports at Watch the live version at  Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku If you create space Patterns of escape emerge Pete says, just make friends Similar episodes: Michele Rigby Assad  Bryan Lloyd  Joe Garland Join u

Michele Rigby Assad - CIA Agents, Notes from the Field - Michel Rigby Assad is BACK! If you follow the show, you know how much we adore Michele. Her background is fascinating, her experiences legit, and we get to hear a TON about the day to day realities of being a spy in a foreign land. Get Michele's course What makes these #spyvsspy episodes so great is the common experience between Pete and the guest. Nobody has the insight to bring out the best in folks like Michele. Michele has a new course out that teaches how to spot deception and lies. Today's Live introduction is from our friend and fellow counterintelligence agent Robin Dreeke. Robin is a retired FBI, CI agent. He's been the show a few times and he LOVES talking Trust with Pete. Get more on Robin at Watch the live version at Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Trust starts at square 1 They always think you're a spy This never c

Robert Hunter and James Rosebush – 2020 Elections, Divided Nation, Cyber War - Occasionally on the Break It Down Show, we just want to create a conversation between two incredible people - oh and let's not forget Pete A Turner! Ambassador/Dr Robert Hunter and James Rosebush return to BIDS. Each of our guests has worked directly for a former US President. James worked for President Reagan. Robert was the Ambassador to NATO for President Clinton. These gentlemen have long careers marked by decades of success. For more on James. Listen to the conversation of these two seasoned gentlemen sharing their viewpoints, for topics such as the most recent US presidential elections, the division in our nation, the reality of cyber-war and more. For the  of this episode head to Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! ​Haiku Two professionals Talking about elections Discussion is key Similar episodes: - - -

Chris Merrick Hughes – What is New Wave, Tears for Fears - Chris Merrick Hughes is a music producer who has done it all. He's pioneered a genre while drumming in Adam and the Ants. He's defined the genre producing for Tears for Fears. He's also worked with legends like Robert Plant, Paul McCartney and Peter Gabriel.  Pete A Turner and Chris talk about New Wave. Many of the emblematic songs have the core elements of rock and roll...so what makes it New Wave. Chris gives us the answer. Essentially, it's a new approach, and not just in the music.  For the  of this episode head to  Today's intro is provided by a lifelong friend of Pete and Jon's. Robyn Sickler has known Pete since the 70's and Jon since the early 90's think about that.  Robyn is a kidney donor so she's love for you folks to support her charity.  Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show  All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show!​ ​Haiku Doing it Different That’s what New Wave Really