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Defenders LIVE Podcast

Lora Thorson, Defenders USA

Welcome to the Defenders LIVE community! This is where you can find information and inspiration to grow as a defender both on and off the range. www.defenders-live.com

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Health Is Your FIRST Line of Defense: Why “Eat Less,...

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2026/03/26

Most women aren’t failing their health… They were never given the right playbook.This conversation with Allison Tharp will challenge everything you thought you knew about health, fitness, and what it really means to take care of your body.You’ll learn:* Why “eat less, move more” is failing women* How hormones impact everything from fat loss to energy* The connection between health, identity, and self-worth* Why community is critical for long-term resilience* How to take ownership of your health for

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34:21

Faith, Burnout, and Surrender: My Hardest Season Yet

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2026/03/18

Ever felt like your soul was just… tired?In this episode, I share a season that brought me to my knees—and what God did through it.What you’ll take away:• How to navigate emotional and spiritual burnout• Why resistance keeps you stuck—and surrender sets you free• The power of being honest about where you really are• How to walk through darkness without losing faith• Why your strengths can become weaknesses without balanceDefenders LIVE is supported by you. To receive new posts and support my work,

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71:20

Ep. 174 | Olympian Gabby Franco: Elite Mindset...

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2026/03/12

Fear isn’t always loud. Sometimes it looks like hesitation, self-doubt, or staying stuck.In this conversation with Gabby Franco, we talk about what it really takes to grow under pressure and lead with courage.* How fear quietly keeps people from progressing* Why mindset training matters just as much as physical skill* What Venezuela taught Gabby about freedom and responsibility* How parents, protectors, and leaders can build stronger minds* Why awareness is often the first step toward real

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93:32

Ep. 173 | From Elite Operator to Starting Over:...

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2026/03/05

Some men don’t just “retire”… they reinvent.Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Sean Keene joins me to talk about what happens when you leave Special Operations and have to rebuild identity, purpose, and standards in the civilian world.What you’ll gain from this episode:* Why the 80% rule is the key to action when you don’t have perfect information* How to recover from failure without living in shame* What it means to know your triggers and lead yourself with discipline* Why standards matter and why

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55:06

Ep. 172 | The Truth About Crime in America: Targets,...

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2026/02/26

If you’re still trusting “the system” to keep you safe… this episode is a wake-up call.In this Defenders LIVE conversation, John Hearne breaks down what most people never hear because it’s not comfortable, and it’s not popular… but it’s real.You’ll learn:* Why crime data can be misleading (and what that means for your decisions)* How criminals choose targets in seconds and how to stop signaling “easy target”* The truth about clearance rates and why “they’ll catch the guy” isn’t a plan* Simple,

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102:50

Ep. 171 | Competition vs Real-World? Lee Weems &...

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2026/02/19

In this Defenders LIVE episode, Lee Weems and Tyler Tharp go head-to-head (with respect) on what training really matters and why nuance is important.What you’ll walk away with:* Why “good with a gun” is more than speed or groups* Where USPSA/competition helps and where it can hurt* The real gap between technical skill and real-world decision-making* Optics reliability: what fails, what doesn’t, and whyDefenders LIVE is supported by you. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a

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107:20

Ep. 170 | Unscripted: Brian Hill on Growth, Blind...

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2026/02/12

I went off-script tonight… and it was scary, but it was real.In this episode with Brian Hill (The Complete Combatant), we talk about what happens when your training stops working and why the answer isn’t “try harder.”What you’ll get from this conversation:* How creativity fuels motivation when discipline starts feeling dead* Why blind spots show up as resistance (and what to do with that)* The edge of chaos vs. order—where real growth happens* Why sleep isn’t optional if you want skill to stick* How

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73:32

Ep. 169 | 5x World Champion on Mastery, Injustice,...

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2026/02/05

Some battles don’t happen on a competition floor… they happen when life steals your breath and dares you to quit.In this Defenders LIVE episode, 5x world champion Molly Metz shares what mastery actually costs—and why she kept fighting when the system wasn’t fair.• What elite training teaches you about failure and courage• Why growth can feel lonely (and why it’s still worth it)• The mindset shift that happens after pain, setbacks, and injustice• How to keep moving forward when you feel

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93:53

Ep. 168 | From Agnostic to Jesus: The Unexpected...

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2026/01/29

He didn’t find faith the way people expect.And that’s exactly why this story matters.Christian Griffith returns to Defenders LIVE to share the most unexpected chapter of his life, from lifelong agnostic to a faith journey that changed everything.In this episode, you’ll hear:* What finally opened the door to faith after years of resistance* Why healing doesn’t end after the big achievement* How to keep moving when life feels heavy and motivation is gone* The power of small, faithful steps on the

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90:27

Ep. 167 | What Most People Get Wrong About Force,...

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2026/01/22

In this episode of Defenders LIVE, Lora Thorson sits down with Lee Weems—career peace officer, trainer, and adjunct professor—to talk about what most people miss when they judge high-stakes incidents from a single camera angle. Lee breaks down why “objectively reasonable” is the legal standard (even when it’s emotionally unpopular), how media narratives form, and why good tactics don’t always look good on video.They also go deeper into what makes training actually work: adult learning, asking better

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73:02

Ep. 166 | Fear of Failure Is Killing Your Performance...

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2026/01/15

Tyler Tharp doesn’t just teach shooting. He coaches people through pressure, plateaus, and the fear that keeps them stuck. In this episode of Defenders LIVE, Tyler shares how early experiences with being graded can shape a lifelong fear of failure, and why identity work and process-driven training can unlock real performance, both on the range and in everyday life.Tyler is the lead instructor at Synergy Training Group, a competitive shooter across USPSA and IDPA at the Master level, and a mentor

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5:24

You’re Not Standing Still

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2026/01/05

Lately, I have been sitting with the idea that we do not really stay the same.Even when nothing looks like it is changing on the outside, something is always happening underneath. Sometimes that movement feels like momentum. Other times it feels like uncertainty, quiet, or doubt.That tension between shrinking and growing is what this video touches on.It is not a lesson or a breakdown. Just a real check-in and a bit of perspective on stepping into what comes next before you feel fully ready.Defenders

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42:56

The Hardest Self-Defense Battle: Guarding Your Mind &...

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2025/12/18

The hardest fight isn’t out there… it’s in your mind.In this episode of Defenders LIVE, Steve Friskup joins Lora Thorson for a no-fluff conversation about protecting what matters most—your faith, your family, and your future.What you’ll take away:* Why guarding your mind and heart is harder than protecting your home* Steve’s life-changing moment: Jesus met him in a pickup truck off I-40* How culture wins when we lose discernment and absolute truth* Why the kitchen table is still America’s strongest

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Ep. 165 | The Hidden Cost of Defending Life: What...

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2025/12/11

Most people think they know what a self-defense encounter looks like… until it actually happens.In this conversation, Force Science Specialist Kaery Dudenhofer breaks open the truth about human performance, legal realities, and the hidden cost of defending life.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why attacks unfold faster than your brain can process• How memory actually functions under stress• Why even justified defenders often face years of legal devastation• The role faith and humility play when

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106:38

Ep. 164 | The Australian Viking: Violence, Healing &...

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2025/12/04

Tonight’s Defenders LIVE conversation with Lex Reilly, a former soldier, wilderness guide, and a man who rebuilt his life from rock bottom — is one of the most honest we’ve had on Defenders LIVE. Lex opens up about:• Walking through PTSD, violence, addiction, and losing his children• Choosing between ending his life… or fighting for it• Experiencing emotional safety for the first time• Why men fear vulnerability — and why true masculinity requires it• How faith, wilderness, and brutal honesty

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51:49

Ep: 163 | Broken But Not Defeated: How Heidi Tyner...

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2025/11/27

If you’ve ever walked through something that felt too heavy to carry, this conversation is for you.In this episode, Heidi Tyner gets real about grief, fear, and the quiet strength it takes to rebuild your life with intention — and she shares practical wisdom anyone can apply.You’ll walk away with:• A fresh perspective on grief — and why healing isn’t about “getting over it”• Simple everyday safety habits every woman should know• How to turn fear into awareness and personal confidence• Why community

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59:56

Ep. 162 | Guns, God & Real Life: A Conversation with...

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2025/11/20

If you’ve been craving a conversation that actually goes deeper than the headlines, this is it.Michael Ware doesn’t tiptoe around anything — faith, firearms, politics, fatherhood, adoption, character, ego, all of it. And he brings a level of honesty that is refreshing.Here’s why you should watch ⤵️If you’ve ever wondered:• How to reconcile faith with self-defense• Why our culture is terrified of real conversations• What adoption looks like through the lens of sacrifice and grace• How to stay

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55:46

Ep. 161: Pocket Kit to Purpose: Real-World Trauma,...

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2025/11/13

In this week’s Defenders LIVE, I sat down again with Jonathan Willis — husband, father, veteran firefighter/paramedic, and lead instructor for Gunset Training Group — to talk about what real-world readiness looks like.Jonathan’s story bridges decades of trauma response, leadership, and instruction. From building the RWT Pocket Kit to teaching trauma medicine and defensive shotgun, he’s bringing the lessons of the street to everyday citizens who refuse to rely on luck when seconds count.We cover:🔥 A

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Ep. 160 | Extreme Events: The 5-Step Framework Every...

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2025/11/06

When life goes sideways, preparation isn’t paranoia—it’s peace. In this conversation, Special Operations veteran and two-time NTI winner John Holschen returns to Defenders LIVE to break down a clear, faith-grounded approach to extreme events—active shooters, coordinated attacks, explosives, even chemical/biological hazards. We move past movie myths and into practical wisdom: how to shorten your OODA loop, choose immediate actions on demand, and see cover and concealment the way professionals do—like

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84:54

What a 25-Year SWAT Veteran Learned About Control,...

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2025/10/30

He spent 25 years kicking in doors—until God opened one.SWAT officer Paul Milone has lived through more than 1,100 missions, 300 undercover buys, and moments that would shake most people to their core.But it wasn’t training that finally brought him peace—it was surrender.In this Defenders LIVE conversation, Paul and I talk about what happens when everything you’ve relied on—discipline, training, control—meets something bigger than you. His story is one of courage, humility, and faith forged under

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