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🎙️Real life stories you need to hear. Hosted by Jeff Hopeck, former U.S. Secret Service Officer. Episodes include:
💀 Near Death: Secret Service Agent, never told before
⚔️ Horror: FBI Agent, Most gruesome display of human depravity
🔫 Shot in Throat w/ Hunting Rifle ... and Survived!
✈️ 747 Pilot, Tri-fecta of Near-Death Experiences
🎖️ CIA Mission Gone WRONG! [Funny, Serious, Raw]
🏥 GRUESOME: ER Trauma Surgeon Stories [Warning: Graphic]
🍔 437lb Lie He Told Himself Every Day [237lb weight loss!]
🩸Bloody Sunday Survivor + MLK Protege
🏥 Survivor "Mother of All Surgeries"
📸 TikTok Mega-influencer 4 million followers
♣️ 2015 World Series of Poker Champion ♦️
🧠 Brain Surgeon – Behind the scenes
👀 Blind at 21 – Harvard. Coder. Skier
⚾ Jeff Francoeur – MLB star to sports broadcaster
🧠 12-Year Glioblastoma Survivor
⚔️ Retired U.S. Secret Service Agents
💉 Oxycontin & Heroin – From addiction to redemption
🇺🇸 WW2 Vet
✈️ F-18 Pilot – The adrenaline-fueled life at Mach speed
🦈 Robert Herjavec’s (Shark Tank) CEO – Life + Business
🏈 Randy Cross – NFL Super Bowls & CBS Sports legend
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👀 437lbs down to 205lbs. Listen to Keith Brock's inspirational story that began with a couch 🛋️ in Miami, FL and a gut-wrenching event that sparked lasting change in his life. One moment he was living the life of a 437 pound frustrated and miserable human being. The next moment he turned his life over and walked out of his old body. Some incredible highlights of this episode with Keith include: 1) he dropped 2 1/2 shoe sizes, but this is just one of the many fascinating bodily changes that to...
Ray Schenk : The ultimate story of a Top Gun pilot turned high school teacher, whose classes all have waiting lists to get into. Ray’s approach to modern day education, finding and developing leaders for the next generation and his keen sense of using AI & Robotics in the classroom have all landed him on Episode 52 of The 🎙️ Interesting Humans Podcast. He has a proven approach to consistently raising the bar for students so they can tap into their fullest learning potentials. ...
♣️ ♦️ ♥️ Jeff Tomlinson, 2015 World Series poker champion talks poker tells, card counting, rules, and stories ranging from dumbest thing seen at a poker table to the final hand before winning his gold bracelet! Even if you’re like me and do not play poker, you’re in for a real treat on this episode. Plus, jeff is such an awesome person and you’re gonna simply love the life lessons you will learn in this episode from the game of poker.♣️ ♦️ ♥️ On another note, I am so grateful for the i...
“This is one of the sickest and most gruesome displays of human depravity ever seen at the FBI” — Retired Special Agent John Macveigh. I met John through Retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent Harry Fuller. Harry is a close friend of mine (and we worked together 2003-2006) who appeared in Episode 30 together with Retired U.S. Secret Service Agent Derek Lyman (who also appeared in Episode 1 back when it was audio-only). * Watch the full episode on YouTube here. Support the sho...
[Folks, there was no way I could produce this episode in my studio! It had to be done on the deck of Captain Allen’s boat, so we hit the road and spent a sunny afternoon on his boat!] Captain Allen Mills — He’s a good friend, a client, and 45+ year charter fishing captain. He is owner of ACCharters in Amelia Island, Florida. I fished will Allen 50+ times and we became good friends and spent many hours catching sharks 🦈 , reds, and had so many other great times on the water together. My oldest...
“God honors treating people well.” — Susana Eshleman, CEO Children International I was introduced to Susana by a mutual friend and former Chairman of the CI board of directors. She has such an inspiring story beginning with how she had to hide books under her bed as a child then how and why she got into college then accepted into Harvard. Full of twists and turns, pivotal people and books, this story is one that can bring inspiration to all. And it was all made possible because of 1 pivotal p...
My good friend Jack was at an event watching John Suttles share his story. Jack called me right after the event and said “Jeff you HAVE to get this guy on your podcast. His story was so amazing I walked up to him afterwards and got his number for you.” Wow, Jack was right! And then some. Mr John Suttles shares his story of surviving Bloody Sunday, being a protege for MLK and whats most interesting and encouraging is the way he approaches life without the hate he deserves to carry, but r...
Shaun & Julie Francis have endured what hopefully no other human being has to endure. 17 brain surgeries, 13 months in ICU, multiple comas, seizures and more. When 7 surgeons told Julie her husband's only option is to enter hospice, she said "figure out a way" and they did. Without her advocacy on his behalf while in a coma, Shaun would be dead long ago. Julie's stern approach gave her husband over 1 decade of family time, travel and more. And, Shaun is now alive and well! Support the sho...
Dave Cormack. I’m so thankful a mutual friend connected us. Our first pre-interview was at Starbucks and lasted 3 hours and 50 minutes! Dave is such an incredible human. Of course he’s successful with a business exit of $800 million. But there is so much more to this man. In this episode you’re going to hear Dave’s entire life story from growing up in poverty to selling a company and then buying the Aberdeen football club in Scotland! Loyalty, integrity and clearly defined business ethics are...
I’m so glad a mutual friend introduced us. Mike Barnhill has such an exciting story from couch jumping and homeless to becoming #1 badge/lanyard supplier in the world. But how and why is this even possible? The answer is what makes this episode so extraordinary! It was ONE sentence in ONE book that changed everything for Mike. Prepare yourself for this fascinating journey of hope, redemption, clarity and healing. Thanks for coming on the podcast Mike! Support the show Would you support...
![4 Million TikTok Followers [An Influencer's AMAZING Life Story]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/tqmnok1eczy2sghk30dm5bahoy9i?.jpg "4 Million TikTok Followers [An Influencer's AMAZING Life Story]")
Meghan McCarthy turned a disadvantage into a significant ADvantage! As you will hear, her voice is truly unique and millions agree. They love her funny and engaging videos on TikTok, Youtube and Instagram where she has 8+ million followers. Her family business (Mccarthy Taxi and Flowers) was in 3 episodes of The Office! Enjoy the episode! Her entire life journey is so fascinating! Support the show Would you support my podcast? Here's how: 1 * Leave a review (Apple or where y...
I'm a father of 4. This episode blew my mind. Listen as Hannah explains the Big 6, the COVID developmental effects on kids, her lemonade stand story, parenting tips & hacks, and much more. If you're a parent or know parents, don't miss this one. It's critical and I assure you'll glean several important nuggets. Thanks for listening to Interesting Humans Podcast. Support the show Would you support my podcast? Here's how: 1 * Leave a review (Apple or where you get Podcasts) :: https:...
![Art of Training Seeing Eye Dogs [Behind the Scenes]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/407u0wcr4c3ylf9p1fggen9tyaw3?.jpg "Art of Training Seeing Eye Dogs [Behind the Scenes]")
Lehman Brothers to Training Seeing Eye Dogs! Jim flew in from New Jersey, headquarters of Seeing Eye Training Institute. We go behind the senses starting day 1 arrival when blind students arrive. Jim explains what it takes to train these incredible dogs, how the students get chosen and matched to their dog, and so much more. He even gives the day-to-day dog owner some really interesting and practical tips to help FIDO become a better listener. Jim's career path change is a true testament to l...
Gary Young survived one of (if not the most) complicated surgery known to man. Listen as he tells the horrific yet heroic story of having 8 organs removed and scrubbed with chemo. And it didn't end there. His body was filled up with chemo and he was shaken around for 2 hours. Help Gary raise awareness for this rare, often mis-diagnosed form of cancer, by tuning in and joining as he tells his epic story. *In the episode he credits Dr. Sardi to saving his life. Dr. Sardi is a world-...
Ty's first night was spent in an Electrolux Vacuum Box. His narrative begins with a touching tale of adoption, when a woman offered him to his mother just three days after his birth, a moment that resonates with biblical stories of destiny and community support. Ty's alcoholic father left the family early on, leaving him to be raised by his mother, with his grandfather and uncles stepping in as male role models. Throughout t...
Buyer beware of CRYPTIC-ness: Home and Auto Insurance SCAMS! And great practical tips to help keep you safe from the continued lies and empty promises of such a snake-filled industry. Today, we're diving deep into the world of home & auto insurance with none other than Brandon Smith, a seasoned expert in the field and Super Lawyer. If you've ever wondered how to navigate the often confusing terrain of insurance policies and claims, you're in for a treat. Brandon shares invaluable in...
![The Incredible Story of MUJO [Michelin Star] SUSHI](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ec5czfadiodfkmgwgxr3zzai158w?.jpg "The Incredible Story of MUJO [Michelin Star] SUSHI")
Federico Castelluci was introduced to me by Randy Cross' son (episode 6), Brendon. "Hey Jeff, you should talk to my friend Federico. He's young and turned around SUGO, built Cooks & Soldier and Iberian Pig then the most incredible restaurant called MUJO. The whole place sells out on the 1st of every month. You won't believe his story!" Brendon certainly nailed it. This interview chronicles the full story of Federico's humble beginnings (ups and downs, failure after failure, and the break ...
Louis Gump was introduced to me by a mutual friend. "This guy wrote a book and is doing really unique stuff with the biggest organizations in the world" is how it was teed up. And wow, it's THAT plus much more! Louis Gump, author, tells his fascinating story of taking massive organizations into the digital era using his framework of INTRApreneurship. He explains the fundamental differences between entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. Before this episode I had no idea such word even existed!...
David Perno had no idea what was coming when he accepted the head coach job at UGA. 2 A-level recruits paralyzed in the same year was just the beginning. This episode takes many twists and turns and also highlights his 5 SEC titles and College Baseball Championships. He's a great storyteller and has been through so much in his career! While nobody knows the real story why he was released after consecutive winning seasons, David shares from his perspective what could be the real reason. ...
![2 Retired U.S. Secret Service Agents Tell AMAZING Stories, Behind the Scenes [FULL EPISODE]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/or6ecztvmktyy8pt4xttce7rj2qr?.jpg "2 Retired U.S. Secret Service Agents Tell AMAZING Stories, Behind the Scenes [FULL EPISODE]")
We laugh... a Secret Service Officer and 2 Secret Service Agents walk into a room. No joke! We actually did, and the interview was fascinating. I interviewed 2 close friends I worked with in the U.S. Secret Service, back in "the days". We told stories, gave account for the 2 assassination attempts, talked about training inefficiencies and much much more. Support the show Would you support my podcast? Here's how: 1 * Leave a review (Apple or where you get Podcasts) :: https://podca...
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