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The Jack Hopkins Show Podcast; where stories about the power of focus and resilience are revealed by the people who lived those stories Jack Hopkins has been studying human behavior for over three-decades. He's long had a passion for having conversations with fascinating people, and getting them to share the wisdom they've acquired through years of being immersed in their area of expertise, and overcoming the challenges and obstacles that are almost always part of the equation.
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Discover the extraordinary journey of Dane Rauschenberg, an athlete whose path defies conventional boundaries, on the Jack Hopkins Show. From sprint swimming to the grueling demands of ultra-marathoning, Dane's story is a testament to resilience and the power of adaptability in sports. Delve into Dane’s unexpected transition from high school swimmi…
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Author: Patricia Cornwell Book: IDENTITY UNKNOWN: A Scarpetta Novel Publishing: ‎ Grand Central Publishing (October 8, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Patricia_Cornwell_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Autopsies can reveal the secrets of the dead. And this victim is sending Scarpetta a message… Summoned to an unnerving, a…
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Author: Ira Chaleff Book: TO STOP A TYRANT: The Power of Political Followers to Make or Brake a Toxic Leader Publishing: Wonderwell Press (September 3, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Ira_Chaleff_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Amazon Bestseller in Democracy, Political Freedom, Radical Thought, and Fascism It is a sad fa…
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Author: Jessica Pishko Book: THE HIGHEST LAW IN THE LAND: How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy Publishing: Dutton (September 17, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jessica_Pishko_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Shortlisted for Columbia Journalism School’s J. Anthony Lukas Prize A Publishers Lunch NonFicti…
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Have you ever found yourself unprepared for a summer hike, only to face unexpected health challenges? Join us as Dr. Ellender, an experienced ER physician, shares invaluable insights into the surge of summer emergencies in the Midwest. From the physical strains faced by outdoor enthusiasts to the critical role of CPR, Dr. Ellender provides practica…
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Can music truly bridge the emotional gaps in our increasingly digital lives? In this heartfelt episode of the Jack Hopkins Show, we sit down with Tara Dublin, author of "The Sound of Settling," to explore how the symphony of songs from our past can still resonate in the noisy present. Tara opens up about her nostalgic days as a radio host in Portla…
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Author: Aaron Fischman Book: A BASEBALL GAIJIN: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back Publishing: ‎ Sports Publishing (June 18, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aaron_Fischman_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Like many American boys, Tony Barnette yearned to one day make it to “The Show,” playing baseball professionally. The A…
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What if the man who once helmed The Celebrity Apprentice was hiding a myriad of dark secrets? In this explosive episode, we welcome Noel Casler, the bold comedian whose viral tweets and car rants have captivated audiences. Noel takes us behind the scenes of his eclectic career, from working with Donald Trump on Celebrity Apprentice to touring with …
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What does it take to tackle one of the most challenging roles in law enforcement? Meet Tyler Kamp, a seasoned veteran of the Phoenix Police Department and a dedicated candidate for Sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona. In today's episode, Tyler shares his remarkable journey, from implementing innovative initiatives like Operation Guardian to his glo…
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Author: Solomon Schmidt Book: LEGAL GLADIATOR: The Life of Alan Dershowitz Publishing: Skyhorse (August 20, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Solomon_Schmidt_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): The only biography of America’s most controversial lawyer. Legal Gladiator is the story of perhaps the greatest lawyer in American his…
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Author: Rosanne Parry Book: A HORSE NAMED SKY Publishing: Greenwillow Books (August 29, 2023) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rosanne_Parry_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): An instant New York Times bestseller! A stand-alone companion to the national bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild. Exiled from his band…
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Can you imagine standing up to powerful political figures during one of the most critical public health crises in modern history? Rebekah Jones did just that. As a geographer, data scientist, and activist, she fought against the Florida Department of Health and Governor Ron DeSantis' attempts to manipulate COVID-19 data, sparking a whirlwind of pro…
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Author: Paul M. Sparrow Book: AWAKENING THE SPIRIT OF AMERICA: FDR’s War of Words with Charles Lindbergh – and the Battle to Save Democracy Publishing: Pegasus Books (June 4, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Paul_M_Sparrow_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): A powerful new work of history that brings President Roosevelt, his …
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Nina Burleigh discusses her upbringing in a counterculture family and the influence it had on her values. She reflects on her experience covering the Trump campaign and how it changed her perspective. The conversation then shifts to the COVID-19 pandemic and the flaws and negligence of Trump's leadership. Burleigh also discusses the importance of w…
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***This episode was recorded with an ER Physcian who I connected with on Twitter/X. I found her posts to be peppy, to the point...and having an attitude that resonated with me, so I thought it might be fun to do an episode with her where we just talk about whatever came to mind. Only her first name will be revealed at any point.You can follow her o…
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Author: Peter Heller Book: BURN: A Novel Publishing: ‎ Knopf (August 13, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Peter_Heller_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From the best-selling author of The Dog Stars and The Last Ranger, a novel about two men—friends since boyhood—who emerge from the woods of rural Maine to a dystopian count…
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What drives someone to dedicate their life to justice? Join me, Jack Hopkins, as I sit down with Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Mimi Rocah to uncover the personal and historical forces that have shaped her unwavering commitment to democracy and the rule of law. From her father’s daring escape from Nazi-aligned Romania to her grandfathe…
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How can one person make a difference in a seemingly unwinnable political race? Discover the compelling journey of Erik Richardson, a Democratic nominee from Missouri, as he shares his heartfelt motivations for stepping into the political arena. With a rich background in education and rural economic development, Erik sheds light on the critical issu…
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Author: Ellen Hopkins Book: SYNC Publishing: Nancy Paulsen Books (August 27, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ellen_Hopkins_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From #1 NYT bestselling author Ellen Hopkins comes a new heartbreaking young adult novel in verse about twins separated in the foster care system and the different pat…
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Author: M.P. Woodward Book: TOM CLANCY SHADOW WAR: A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel Publishing: G.P. Putnam’s Sons (August 20, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MP_Woodward_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Surviving a helicopter crash in the Vietnamese Highlands is only the start of the challenges facing Jack Ryan, Jr., in the latest …
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What if a president could pardon crimes that hadn't even been committed yet? Join us as we uncover the intricate workings of the presidential pardon system with Kimberly Wehle, a tenured law professor and ABC News legal contributor. Kimberly shares insights from her upcoming book, "Pardon Power: How the Pardon System Works and Why," shedding light …
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Author: Pedro Domingos Book: 2040: A Political Satire Publishing: BookBaby (August 20, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Pedro_Domingos_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): “I told you not to read books like this.” ―Your Mom When AI and the culture wars collide, hilarity ensues. The 2040 presidential election is unlike any in U…
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What if the forces shaping our political landscape were driven less by ideology and more by strategic alignment? Investigative journalist Dave Troy joins us to expose the hidden networks behind influential figures like Peter Thiel and Elon Musk. We delve into how their calculated moves are transforming the Republican Party and what this means for A…
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Author: Steve Wiegand Book: THE UNCOMMON LIFE OF DANNY O’CONNELL: A Tale of Baseball Cards, “Average” Players and the True Value of America’s Game Publishing: Bancroft Press (July 30, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Steve_Wiegand_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): In “The Uncommon Life of Danny O’Connell,” the author explor…
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Ever wondered how a single friendship can pivot a life toward purpose and resilience? You'll be moved by Sean Lake's heartwarming and gut-wrenching journey with Glenn Doherty, a former Navy SEAL who tragically lost his life in the Benghazi attack. Sean takes us through his rebellious years of skateboarding in Massachusetts to the moment he found a …
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Author: Brian Freeman Book: Robert Ludlum’s THE BOURNE SHADOW: A Jason Bourne Novel Publishing: G.P. Putnam’s Sons (July 16, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Brian_Freeman_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): When secrets from Bourne’s past come to light, he may be the next thing that’s buried in this latest entry in the legen…
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Prepare to be enlightened by our latest episode of the Jack Hopkins Show, featuring two remarkable guests: retired research engineer Chris Jones and Jess Piper, the executive director of Blue Missouri. Chris dives into the alarming water quality issues affecting rural Iowa and the broader nation, while Jess shares her inspiring journey into politic…
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Can a leader’s mental fitness become an existential threat? Dr. John Gartner, a distinguished psychotherapist and former assistant professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University, joins us to confront this pressing question. Dr. Gartner shares his grave professional concerns about Donald Trump's severe personality disorders, articulating the ur…
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What if your next community event could change the political landscape? Join us on the Jack Hopkins Show as we welcome Pat Hicks, an extraordinary volunteer who turned a sense of political powerlessness into a driving force for change. Discover how Pat's innovative approach—using social events with free pizza and beer to engage low-propensity voter…
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Author: K.A. Cobell Book: LOOKING FOR SMOKE Publishing: Heartdrum (June 4, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KA_Cobell_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): In her powerful debut novel, Looking for Smoke, author K. A. Cobell (Blackfeet) weaves loss, betrayal, and complex characters into a thriller that will illuminate, surprise,…
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Author: Ruth Bonapace Book: THE BULGARIAN TRAINING MANUAL Publishing: CLASH Books (June 4, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Ruth_Bonapace_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): The Bulgarian Training Manual is a comic novel that tells the story of Tina in her quest to find her true parents and jeans that fit. With the help of a …
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Have you ever wondered how media consolidation has transformed our political landscape? Join us on the Jack Hopkins Show as we unpack the profound impacts of the 1996 federal regulations that allowed corporations to seize ownership of numerous radio stations. Our special guest, Emmy-winning investigative journalist and media democracy reformer Sue …
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Author: Mark Greaney Book: SENTINEL Publishing: Berkley (June 25, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Mark_Greaney_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): An African coup may force Josh Duffy to choose between his mission and his family in this intense thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Gray Man series. Jo…
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Join us on the Jack Hopkins Show as we have a heartfelt conversation with Conor O'Callaghan, a dynamic candidate for Arizona's first congressional district. Conor shares his extraordinary journey from Ireland to Arizona, revealing how the state's public education system paved his way to earning three Ivy League degrees. His commitment to preserving…
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Join us as we unravel the chilling world of highway serial killers with Frank Figliuzzi, former FBI Assistant Director for Counterintelligence, who exposes the terrifying secrets behind these crimes in his new book, "Long Haul Hunting the Highway Serial Killers." Discover how long-haul truckers exploit jurisdictional loopholes to evade law enforcem…
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Author: Salah Bachir Book: FIRST TO LEAVE THE PARTY: My Life with Ordinary People who Happen to be Famous Publishing: Signal (October 17, 2023) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Salah_Bachir_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER A marvelous and compulsively readable collection of…
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Author: Joanna Ho (Illustrated by Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya) Book: WE WHO PRODUCE PEARLS: An Anthem for Asian America Publishing: Orchard Books (April 16, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Joanna_Ho_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Joanna Ho, comes an uplifting ca…
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Can a shared background in a meatpacking plant teach you resilience and camaraderie? Join us on the Jack Hopkins Show for a riveting conversation with the versatile Tom Arnold. We kick off by re-living his classic moments in "True Lies" with Arnold Schwarzenegger and exploring his latest endeavors in Netflix's "Fubar." Tom’s heartfelt stories from …
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Author: Lexi Blake Book: MY ROYAL SHOWMANCE: A Park Avenue Promise Novel Publishing: Blue Box Press (June 4, 2024) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Lexi_Blake_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake, discover The Park Avenue Promise Series… Three young women …
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Author: Robin Peguero Book: ONE IN THE CHAMBER: A Novel Publishing: Grand Central Publishing (March 26, 2024) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Robin_Peguero_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): On Capitol Hill, they work you to death. Cameron Leann is new to Washington, D.C. An Iowa farm boy without a pen…
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Have you ever wondered how bioethics shapes healthcare decisions? Join us on the Jack Hopkins Show Podcast for a compelling conversation with Dr. Alyssa Burgart, a pioneer in clinical bioethics and pediatric anesthesia. We unpack the complex interplay between biomedical sciences and philosophy, guiding you through the thorny ethical dilemmas that h…
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When the lines between political savvy and media puppetry blur, Lev Farnes steps in to shed light on the shadowy corners of influence and manipulation. This episode peels away layers of the political spectacle, revealing the unsettling nexus of power and profit, as epitomized by Rudy Giuliani and the wider Trump orbit. As a former Republican and on…
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Author: James Comey Book: WESTPORT: A Crime Novel Publishing: Mysterious Press (May 21, 2024) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/James_Comey_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Former FBI director James Comey takes readers into the world of high finance and corporate espionage in this riveting thriller. A …
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Have you ever wondered how a rebellious teenager could transform into a social media virtuoso with a fiercely loyal following? JoJo from Jerz, better known as Joanne Carducci, joins me to unravel this enigma, showcasing her rise from high school nonconformist to internet sensation. Our candid exchange reveals the turning points and life choices tha…
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Author: Heather Gudenkauf Book: EVERYONE IS WATCHING: A Novel Publishing: Park Row (March 26, 2024) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Heather_Gudenkauf_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): “Big Brother meets Clue in this utterly original and incredibly tense locked-room mystery.” —May Cobb, author of A Lik…
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Step inside the mind of Frank Figliuzzi, former FBI Assistant Director for Counterintelligence, as he reveals the intricate web of America's national security and the shadowy domain of highway serial killers. Our conversation travels back to his early counterterrorism days in Atlanta, weaving through the creation of an economic espionage unit, to h…
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Author: Jennifer Donnelly Book: BEASTLY BEAUTY Publishing: Scholastic Press (May 7, 2024) Click HERE to buy the book! https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Jennifer_Donnelly_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Jennifer Donnelly comes a revolutionary, gender-swapped retelling of Beaut…
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Have you ever been stung by a harsh comment and wondered why it hurt so deeply? Join me, Jack Hopkins, as I reflect on the power of self-acceptance to disarm the barbs of criticism. Through a tapestry of personal stories, like the time my wife chuckled at a negative online remark, we'll unravel the societal pressures that teach us to take offense. …
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Join the conversation with me, Jack Hopkins, and esteemed former federal prosecutor Shan Wu, as we navigate the complex terrain of the legal system. Our riveting dialogue traverses from the universal necessity of quality legal defense, even for divisive figures such as Donald Trump, to the constitutional pillars of due process and the right to coun…
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Author: Caroline Cleveland Book: WHEN CICADAS CRY: A Novel Publishing: Union Square & Co. (May 7, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Caroline_Cleveland_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): In this stunning debut by a South Carolina attorney, Zach Stander, a lawyer with a past, and Addie Stone, his indomitable detective and lover…
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