Built Not Born

Joe Ciccarone

Welcome to Built Not Born! The story of EVERYDAY PEOPLE creating REMARKABLE LIVES. Each week we bring a REMARKABLE story of an ordinary person that overcame the odds, fought through adversity and impacted the lives of countless people in their community. Subscribe and see why life is BUILT NOT BORN.

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    #178 -Bryan Antonelli: "Seize, Clear, Build, Hold" - Transforming America's Most Violent Prisons

    Built Not Born Podcast - Bryan Antonelli: "Seize, Clear, Build Hold" - Transforming America's Most Violent PrisonsFormer Federal Bureau of Prisons Senior Deputy Regional Director Bryan Antonelli shares 25 years of leadership lessons from transforming America's most dangerous prisons. From Hazelton (where Whitey Bulger was murdered) to Coleman (largest prison complex in America), Bryan reveals how he used military counterinsurgency tactics to turn chaos into order and his new book "Seize, Clear, Build and Hold." What You'll Learn: • Why every prison reform starts with fixing the lockup first • How to get staff buy-in when taking over a chaotic facility • The counterinsurgency tactics that work inside maximum security prisons • Why leadership training matters more than security technology • How drones and cell phones are destroying prison security • The parallel between Jiu-Jitsu training and leadership under pressure Key Quote: "There's always one more thing you can do to increase your odds of success. Your jail's gonna go as your lockup goes - if your lockup's a crowded, undisciplined mess, your jail's gonna be a disaster." - Bryan Antonelli Timestamps: 🔒 00:00 - From Air Force to 25 years transforming violent prisons 🔒 12:30 - Taking over Hazelton after Whitey Bulger's murder 🔒 18:45 - Why staff culture beats security technology every time 🔒 25:20 - The shower plan that changed everything in 48 hours 🔒 32:15 - How contraband (drones, cell phones, soaked mail) fuels prison violence 🔒 39:40 - "The storm before the calm" - expect resistance before reform 🔒 46:25 - Counterinsurgency tactics: Treating gangs like insurgent groups 🔒 52:30 - Always start with the lockup - your foundation for order 🔒 58:15 - The Sony Walkman descrambler: How smart inmates really are 🔒 64:40 - Incentivizing prisoners: Honor dorms vs restrictive housing 🔒 71:20 - First week takeover plan: Observe, listen, don't rush 🔒 77:50 - Building systems that outlast the leader 🔒 83:30 - The shocking lack of defensive tactics training in corrections 🔒 90:15 - Why Jiu-Jitsu makes better leaders and decision makers 🔒 96:40 - From elite athlete to "fat slob" and back: Brian's transformation 🔒 103:25 - Training at Max's Mixed Martial Arts with the Migliarese brothers 🔒 109:30 - Leave your ego at the door or it'll get choked out 🔒 115:45 - Extreme Ownership: The leadership bible that changed everything 🔒 121:20 - Final lesson: Make time for yourself and family first Featured Book: "Seize, Clear, Build and Hold" by Brian Antonelli Brian Antonelli's Background: • 25-year career with Federal Bureau of Prisons • Senior Deputy Regional Director, Northeast Regional Office (Philadelphia) • Transformed Hazelton (WV) after Whitey Bulger murder - 7 murders/year to ZERO • Chief of Emergency Preparedness for entire BOP • Coleman (FL) - Largest federal prison complex in America • 15 prison locations nationwide • 4 years Air Force (1993-1997) • 28 years training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (black belt) • 1996 Olympic Training Center - Greco-Roman wrestling Connect with Brian Antonelli: • LinkedIn: Brian Antonelli (13,000+ followers) • Company: Forged By Freedom Fit (strength & nutrition coaching) a

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    #177 - Dave Berke: "The Need to Lead" - Former Top Gun Instructor & F-35 Commander on Why Every Problem is a Leadership Problem ✈️

    Dave Berke: "The Need to Lead" - Former Top Gun Instructor & F-35 Commander on Why Every Problem is a Leadership Problem ✈️ Former Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Dave Berke shares his journey from Top Gun instructor to F-35 squadron commander to combat veteran fighting alongside Navy SEALs in Ramadi. Now a leadership instructor at Echelon Front with Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, Dave reveals lessons from his new book "The Need to Lead" - the third in the Extreme Ownership series. What You'll Learn: • Why every problem is a leadership problem (and how that empowers you to solve it) • The difference between extreme ownership and preemptive ownership • Why "someone's gonna do it, it might as well be you" changes everything • How to lead when you're leading your equals and peers • Why good leadership must outlast the leader • The power of being a leader who listens first Key Quote: "Someone's going to do it, it might as well be you. Every person needs to lead in order to succeed, no matter the environment." - Dave Berke Timestamps: 🛩️ 00:00 - The Star Wars moment that sparked a fighter pilot dream 🛩️ 08:15 - Mom's powerful advice: "Someone's gonna do it, might as well be you" 🛩️ 15:30 - Growing up in Marine Corps town: El Toro flight path childhood 🛩️ 22:45 - First time behind the controls and the road to Top Gun 🛩️ 28:20 - Only Marine to fly both F-22 Raptor and F-35B Lightning 🛩️ 35:40 - Mom watching his first F-35B vertical landing -...

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    #176 -Amy P. Kelly & Julie Nee: "The Gift of Growth" 🌱

    Built Not Born Podcast (#176)- Amy P. Kelly & Julie Nee: "The Gift of Growth" on Daily Micro-Actions, Building Beliefs, and Why Four Minutes Beats Four HoursAmy P. Kelly and Julie Nee share their latest book "The Gift of Growth" - a daily growth guide proving that four minutes of intentional action beats four hours of planning. Both corporate veterans who've worked with Jon Gordon for a decade reveal how 365 days of quotes paired with micro-actions creates sustainable transformation for busy people. What You'll Learn: The formula: Idea + Action = ProgressHow to build a belief that fuels difficult daysWhy appreciating small wins transforms your inner criticCreating physical environments that support growthThe power of daily micro-actions over grand plans Key Quote: "Almost every successful person begins with two beliefs: the future can be better than the present, and I have the power to make it so." Timestamps: 00:00 - Guest introductions & The Gift of Growth origin story 09:15 - How the book works: Quote + micro-action daily 18:45 - The CULTIVATE framework explained 29:30 - Curating your information diet 39:20 - Building your belief garden 44:45 - The basement stories: Growth through hardship 58:15 - The logistics of self-publishing 73:50 - John Gordon's impact on their lives 82:30 - Final takeaways: Take action & build your belief garden Featured Book: "The Gift of Growth: Plant Presents Every Day" - Available on Amazon Connect with Amy P. Kelly & Julie Nee: Book: Gift of Growth Website: YouGrowGirl.comIG: @YouGrowGirlCommunityWebsite: AmyPKelly.comWebsite: :JulieNee.com Subscribe for more episodes with proven strategies on personal growth, leadership, and sustainable success. #AmyPKelly #JulieNee #TheGiftOfGrowth #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #YouGrowGirl #BuiltNotBorn #JoeCiccarone #JonGordon #DayOfDevlopment © Joe Ciccarone - Built Not Born Podcast. All Rights Reserved. Views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views of the host.

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    #175 -Guy Kawasaki - "Wiser Guy" : Apple's Former Chief Evangelist on Mission-Driven Leadership, Surfing at 71, and Where Motivation Comes From

    Episode: Built Not Born Guest: Guy Kawasaki - Former Apple Chief Evangelist, Author of "Wiser Guy" Host: Joe Ciccarone Release Date: September 22, 2025 🎯 Power Quote"Your true scorecard isn't measured in dollars, followers, or fancy titles. It's measured in lives changed, relationships strengthened and personal growth achieved. I hope you made people's lives better. I hope the world is better for you having lived in it." - Guy Kawasaki 📖 Episode OverviewApple's former Chief Evangelist Guy Kawasaki returns to share wisdom from his new book "Wiser Guy" and reveals the leadership lessons learned from Steve Jobs, the power of saying yes early in your career, and why he started surfing at 60. From getting mistaken for Jackie Chan to learning the high road from his father, Guy delivers actionable insights on motivation, sales mastery, and building a remarkable life. Key Topics Covered: Mission-driven leadership vs. being an assholeThe foundation of great teachers and mentorsWhy motivation doesn't matter (but being motivated does)Sales fundamentals and the power of empathyPunch up, never punch down leadership philosophyRegret analysis and taking bold actionLearning new skills later in lifeMeasuring impact over money ⏰ Timestamps with Emojis🍎 [00:00] - Opening & Steve Jobs "Think Different" Story Guy recalls being in the room when the iconic "Think Different" campaign was previewedThe moment Steve Jobs said "Don't give one to Guy" in front of everyoneGuy's response: "Steve, it's okay because I don't trust you either"Why this probably cost him $250 million 👔 [08:15] - Mission-Driven Assholes vs. Regular Assholes The distinction between people who are assholes for themselves vs. for a missionSteve Jobs as the ultimate mission-driven assholeWhy Melanie Perkins from Canva proves you don't need to be an a*****e to succeedThe chicken-and-egg question: Does being an asshole make you successful, or does success make people tolerate your behavior? 👩‍🏫 [15:30] - The Teacher Who Changed Everything: Trudy Akau How an elementary school teacher in Hawaii altered Guy's entire life trajectoryThe moment she told Guy's parents he had potential and should leave public schoolFrom potential "ghetto guy" to Stanford graduate because of one teacher's interventionHow to become a "Trudy" in someone else's life 🌺 [22:45] - The Gardener Story: Taking the High Road Getting mistaken for the gardener while trimming his hedge in an affluent SF neighborhoodHis father's surprising reaction: "Statistically, she was right"Why being Japanese American in Hawaii vs. mainland created different perspectivesThe lesson in giving people the benefit of the doubt 🏎️ [28:20] - The Jackie Chan...

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    #174 -Jay Papasan - The Rookie Real Estate Agent, Why Busy Means Broke, and Turning Focus Into a Superpower - Episode 174 🏠📈

    Built Not Born Podcast: Jay Papasan - The Rookie Real Estate Agent, Why Busy Means Broke, and Turning Focus Into a Superpower - Episode 174 🏠📈Episode Description 📖Co-author of "The One Thing" Jay Papasan returns to Built Not Born for his third appearance to discuss his latest book "The Rookie Real Estate Agent." In this power-packed conversation, Jay reveals the research-backed strategies that separate successful real estate rookies from those who struggle, why 200 people in your database is the magic number, and how to turn busyness into productivity. Drawing from interviews with 250+ top-performing agents, Jay breaks down the fundamentals that haven't changed in 20 years alongside the modern tools and technology that make everything more effective. Whether you're in real estate, sales, or any service-based business, this episode delivers actionable insights on database management, prospecting strategies, and building sustainable business systems. Key Topics Covered: 🎯 🏡 Why treating real estate like a business from day one is crucial📊 The 200-person database rule and 6.5% annual transaction rate🎯 Focus as a superpower in an age of distraction📞 The professional-to-personal call structure that works🏠 How to conduct epic open houses that generate leads💼 When to go part-time vs. full-time in sales careers🔄 The four-touch event marketing system Guest Bio 👨‍💼Jay Papasan is the co-author of "The One Thing," one of the most popular business books of all time, and VP of Publishing at Keller Williams Realty 📚. Jay's also the author of the newly released "The Rookie Real Estate Agent" and co-host of "The ONE Thing" podcast with Gary Keller. Jay's writing and research have helped millions of professionals focus their efforts and build sustainable, profitable businesses. His newsletter "The 20 Percenter" reaches 13,000+ subscribers with a 65% open rate 📊. Key Quotes 💬"Focus is a superpower. Without delay, how fast can we get people into income-producing activities?" 💪 - Jay Papasan "Your database is your business. 200 people in your database - that's the magic number from our proprietary research." 📈 - Jay Papasan "The biggest mistake rookies make is they don't treat it like a business early enough. The moment you think of it like a business, you start doing things differently." 🏢 - Jay Papasan "Most people's database is just their phone or a spreadsheet and they don't touch it until people reach out to them." 📱 - Jay Papasan "If you're not talking to people about buying and selling

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    #173 -End of Summer Recap, Camera Flashes, and Fall Preview 📸☀️🍂

    End of Summer Recap, Camera Flashes, and Fall Preview - Episode 173 📸☀️🍂Episode Description 📖Built Not Born host Joe Ciccarone takes a break from guest interviews to share an end-of-summer reflection and preview the exciting lineup of guests coming in the fall season. Joe opens up about the "best of times and worst of times" summer, sharing the loss of his father Fran and celebrating sending his second son off to college. This episode offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast's growth and Joe's personal journey, while building anticipation for upcoming conversations with bestselling authors, Navy Top Gun instructors, Apple executives, and championship coaches. Episode Highlights: Personal reflections on family loss and growthPreview of upcoming bestselling author guestsBehind-the-scenes podcast insightsCall to action for subscriber growthIntroduction to the Built Not Born Blog newsletter Host Personal Update 👨‍👨‍👦The Worst of TimesLoss of Father: Joe's father Fran Ciccarone passed away July 3rd after battling cancerFuneral Impact: 200 people attended the funeral luncheon for the 82-year-old - remarkable turnout that spoke to his father's characterFamily Process: July spent handling funeral arrangements, viewings, and reconnecting with familyEulogy Available: Joe recorded a special eulogy episode available on Spotify The Best of TimesCollege Send-off: Dropped second son off at college in upstate New YorkFamily Milestone: Now has two sons in college (senior and freshman) and one middle schooler at homePositive Outlook: Both college sons are "in great spots" and expected to thrive Upcoming Fall Season Guest Preview 🎙️Recently Released:Jon Gordon - Episode 172 18-time bestselling authorDiscussed "The 7 Commitments of a Great Team"$100,000 speaking fee performer15-minute conversation packed with leadership insights Coming Soon:Jay Papasan Co-author of "The One Thing" - one of the most popular business books of all timeNew book: "The Rookie Real Estate Agent" (releasing next week)Expert on productivity, focus, and business success principlesSpecializes in thriving during recessions and crowded markets Guy Kawasaki Former Apple Chief Evangelist who launched the Macintosh with Steve JobsNew book: "Wiser Guy" - follow-up to 2019's "Wise Guy"Joe received early pre-read copyTechnology and entrepreneurship expertise Dave Burke (Echelon Front) Former Navy Top Gun flight instructorCombat veteran who served on ground in Ramadi, Iraq with Jocko Willink and Leif BabinNew book: "The Need The Lead"Currently working with Echelon Front leadership consulting Amy P. Kelly & Julie Nee Co-authors discussing "Gifted Growth"Leadership and business development focus Dudley Duncan Hall of Fame swimming coachExpert on succeeding in one of the most grueling sportsInsights on mental toughness and athletic excellence Podcast Growth Initiatives 📈Subscription DriveSubscribe to Built Not Born Podcast (Spotify, Apple, Google, Overcast) Why It Matters: Subscriptions drive algorithmic promotion within appsImpact: More subscribers =

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    #172 - Jon Gordon - The 7 Commitments of a Great Team, Why Teammates Are Forever, and How Commitments Crush Goals 🚀⚡

    Built Not Born Podcast: Jon Gordon - The 7 Commitments of a Great Team, Why Teammates Are Forever, and How Commitments Crush Goals 🚀⚡Episode Description 📖Bestselling author Jon Gordon returns to Built Not Born to discuss his latest book "The 7 Commitments of a Great Team" - a book that took him 16 days to type but 54 years to write 📚. From his days as a Cornell lacrosse player to becoming one of the world's top leadership experts, Jon reveals the framework that transforms ordinary teams into extraordinary ones. In this powerful episode, Jon shares the profound moment when his dying coach said "Teammates are forever" and how that revelation became the foundation for understanding what truly makes teams great. Discover why commitments matter more than goals, how to build unbreakable team bonds, and the secret to staying energized instead of drained by your work 💪. Key Topics Covered: 🎯 🏆 The 7 Commitments that separate great teams from good ones💥 Why commitments crush goals every time❤️ The power of "Teammates are forever"🎯 How to align your team around vision and mission🔥 Why love drives grit and commitment drives greatness🥊 Life as a series of sprints combined with a boxing match⚡ How to stay energized instead of drained by your work Guest Bio 👨‍💼Jon Gordon is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and leadership consultant 🏆. Author of 32+ books including "The Energy Bus," "The Power of Positive Leadership," and "The Hard Hat," Jon has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies, sports teams, school districts, and nonprofits around the world 🌍. His practical frameworks for building positive, high-performing teams have transformed organizations from the NFL to Fortune 500 boardrooms ✨ Key Quotes 💬 "Teammates are forever, Tim. Teammates are forever." 💫 - Coach Richie (Jon's Cornell lacrosse coach) "Goals are great, but your goals will

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    #171 - Martin Dugard - Taking Midway, Epic History, and the Courage That Changed the World 🚢⚓

    Built Not Born Podcast: Martin Dugard on Taking Midway, Epic History, and the Courage That Changed the World 🚢⚓Episode Description 📖New York Times bestselling author Martin Dugard joins Built Not Born to discuss his latest book "Taking Midway" and how he makes history as exciting as a spy thriller 🕵️‍♂️. From co-authoring 12+ books in The Killing Series with Bill O'Reilly to his solo Taking Series, Martin reveals his creative process for bringing pivotal moments in history to life ✨. In this episode, Martin shares the incredible story of the Battle of Midway - the most decisive naval engagement of WWII that shifted global power from the British Empire to the American Empire 🌍. Discover the intelligence breakthrough that changed everything, the courage of pilots who knew they wouldn't survive, and why this battle saved democracy itself 🦅. Key Topics Covered: 🎯 ⚔️ The Battle of Midway: Why it was the turning point of WWII🔐 Lieutenant Commander Joseph Rochefort's code-breaking breakthrough👥 Admiral Nimitz vs. Admiral Yamamoto: Contrasting leadership styles🌍 The "Europe First" strategy and its impact on the Pacific War🎉 How Churchill celebrated Pearl Harbor (and why)✍️ The creative process behind The Killing Series📚 Making history accessible to casual readers🔍 Research techniques for bringing historical moments to life Guest Bio 👨‍💼Martin Dugard is a New York Times bestselling author 12-13 times over 🏆 and co-author of The Killing Series, which has sold over 19 million books worldwide 📈. His solo work includes the Taking Series: Taking Paris, Taking Berlin, Taking London, and Taking Midway 🇺🇸. Martin describes himself as "a gateway drug for history's casual readers" and has mastered the art of making historical events as thrilling as modern spy novels 🎬. Key Quotes 💬"I don't have a research assistant, but I've got a really curious mind and it's like I just don't let go of a fact." 🧠 - Martin Dugard "If we had lost [at Midway] and the Japanese had taken Midway, they would've been in a perfect position to launch a completely destructive second raid on Pearl Harbor... We would've been completely out of the war in the Pacific." ⚡ - Martin Dugard "Those sailors, when they came home from the war, if they had seen what we have going on in our country right now, I think they would've been very disoriented. It is just weird to see history repeat itself." 🔄 - Martin Dugard Episode Highlights ⏰[00:00] 🎬 Introduction and Martin's incredible publishing track record [05:30] 💡 How Martin developed his "gateway drug to history" philosophy [12:15] 🤝 The creative process behind The Killing Series collaboration with Bill O'Reilly [18:45] 🎉 Why Churchill was excited about Pearl Harbor [25:20] ⚔️ The Battle of Midway: Most decisive naval engagement of WWII [32:10] 🔐 Lieutenant Commander Joseph Rochefort's code-breaking breakthrough [38:45] 😄 The "You don't have to be crazy to work here, but it helps" sign [42:30] 📰 Censorship, propaganda, and the "ghost" USS Yorktown [48:15] 👥 Admiral Nimitz vs. Admiral Yamamoto: Leadership styles compared [52:40] 🌍 How Midway marked the end of the British Empire, birth of American Empire [58:25] 🤔 Why some battles capture popular imagination (Pearl Harbor vs. Wake Island) [65:10] 📚 Lessons from Midway relevant to today [70:45] 🦅 The courage of torpedo bomber and dive bomber pilots [75:20] ✍️ Martin's writing routine and research...

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Welcome to Built Not Born! The story of EVERYDAY PEOPLE creating REMARKABLE LIVES. Each week we bring a REMARKABLE story of an ordinary person that overcame the odds, fought through adversity and impacted the lives of countless people in their community. Subscribe and see why life is BUILT NOT BORN.

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    Joe Ciccarone
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    2021 - 2025
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