The Joe Rooz Show

Joe Russiello
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The Joe Rooz Show is a long-form conversation podcast built around thoughtful, candid discussions exploring faith, culture, preparedness, history, technology, current events, and the people behind the ideas. Hosted by Joe "Rooz" Russiello, each episode features in-depth conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, economists, historians, medical professionals, faith leaders, veterans, researchers, and independent thinkers who are willing to challenge conventional narratives and engage in meaningful dialogue. Rooted in the principles of free speech, personal responsibility, and intellectual curiosity, The Joe Rooz Show features recurring verse-by-verse Bible studies, practical preparedness discussions, and conversations designed to inform, challenge, and inspire without sacrificing respect or authenticity. Whether exploring Scripture, emerging technology, public policy, personal resilience, or the human stories behind today's headlines, The Joe Rooz Show values honest conversation over sound bites and meaningful dialogue over outrage. New episodes are released weekly across major podcast platforms, Rumble, YouTube, and social media.

  1. 1d ago

    Why Hard Work Alone Won’t Get You Promoted | Nicole Fronek

    Why do some people seem to climb the corporate ladder while others work just as hard—or harder—and continually get overlooked? Career coach and author Nicole Fronek joins Joe for a candid conversation about career advancement, workplace strategy, leadership, office politics, personal branding, networking, and what actually determines who gets ahead in corporate America. After more than two decades working with major organizations including Chevron, HP, Citigroup, Marriott International and CBRE, Nicole has seen how decisions are really made inside large corporations—and why simply being the hardest-working person in the room doesn't guarantee recognition or promotion. As Nicole puts it: “Hard work gets you more hard work.” Joe and Nicole explore why visibility matters, how relationships can influence career success, why communication skills can be just as important as technical ability, and how employees can build a professional reputation that makes their value recognizable before they ever walk into the room. They also discuss why your manager isn't responsible for managing your career, how to communicate progress without saying “TBD” or “I'll circle back,” why making your boss successful can sometimes advance your own career, and how reading the room can make or break an otherwise excellent presentation. Nicole also explains the philosophy behind her book, Corporate Coach Approach, and why career development should be individualized rather than built around a one-size-fits-all formula. Along the way, Joe and Nicole get into career mistakes, burnout, leadership, ROI on your time, executive communication, networking, personal development—and somehow find their way into Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, karaoke, Star Trek and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. If you've ever wondered why hard work alone hasn't gotten you where you expected to be, this conversation offers a different way to think about professional success. Guest: Nicole Fronek Nicole Fronek / Two Horse Productions Team Page: https://twohorseproductions.com/about/Two Horse Productions: https://twohorseproductions.com/Corporate Coach Approach by Nicole Fronek: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/corporate-coach-approach-nicole-fronek/1147592727 Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (01:19) Joe opens the show and frames the career topic (05:10) Meet Nicole Frohnik and her corporate coaching work (07:08) From interior design to the corporate world (12:07) What employees miss about executive decision making (16:07) Communications, project management, and writing a book (22:06) Why hard work alone does not guarantee advancement (25:09) Personal branding, timing, and workplace relationships (36:28) Practical career advice and how to stand out (38:26) Inside Corporate Coach Approach and its key lessons (47:12) Career path advice for professionals who feel stuck (54:11) Where to find Nicole and Joe's closing takeaway - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    Why Hard Work Alone Won’t Get You Promoted | Nicole Fronek

  2. 2d ago

    The Patriot Economy: Are Conservatives Changing Where They Spend Money? | Jeff Kruszyna

    What happens when Americans stop separating their politics from where they spend their money? Tonight, Joe sits down with Jeff Kruszyna, founder and CEO of JMK Victory, for a wide-ranging conversation about conservative politics, grassroots fundraising, the 2026 midterm elections, and the growing Patriot Economy—a network of consumers and businesses increasingly choosing to support companies that reflect their values. Jeff explains how the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 changed the trajectory of his life, taking him from studying computer science at SUNY Stony Brook to a career in Republican politics and conservative fundraising. He also explains why old-fashioned direct mail fundraising remains remarkably powerful even in the age of social media, digital advertising and artificial intelligence. Joe and Jeff dig into the state of the Republican Party, Donald Trump's influence on the conservative movement, the battle for Congress in the 2026 midterms, New York politics, the rise of Democratic Socialists, and whether a new generation of conservative leaders can carry the movement forward. Then the conversation turns toward the emerging Patriot Economy. Are conservative consumers actually changing where they spend their money? Can companies such as Rumble, Patriot Mobile, Blackout Coffee and other values-driven businesses create viable alternatives to major corporations and Big Tech? And if Americans increasingly choose businesses according to their political and cultural values, does everything eventually become political? Joe and Jeff also discuss free speech, YouTube and Rumble, AI and the emerging shift from traditional SEO toward Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), entrepreneurship, American-made businesses, Dan Bongino's influence on conservative media—and somehow find their way into New York sports, Vince Lombardi, cigars and bourbon along the way. It's politics, business, culture, technology and the changing way Americans vote with their wallets. Guest: Jeff Kruszyna JMK Victory: https://www.jmkvictory.com/ Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:09) Joe introduces Jeff Crisina and the night's themes (00:04:16) From computer science to politics after 9 11 (00:08:13) How Jeff found direct mail fundraising (00:11:25) Why politics burns people out and why Jeff stayed (00:17:33) Trump, New York culture, and political branding (00:22:00) Iran, midterms, and fears of losing Congress (00:33:28) Why New York keeps drifting left (00:47:51) What campaigns misunderstand about donors (00:57:27) The Patriot economy and values based brands (01:17:46) 2026 trends and the post Trump conservative bench (01:21:47) Packers fandom, Vince Lombardi, cigars, and bourbon (01:31:29) Dan Bongino, final thoughts, and show wrap up - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    The Patriot Economy: Are Conservatives Changing Where They Spend Money? | Jeff Kruszyna

  3. Aug 15

    What Would George Washington Think of America in 2026? | William Gensburger

    What would George Washington think if he suddenly returned to America in 2026? Would he recognize the country he helped create—or wonder how far it had drifted from the principles of its founding?   Author William Gensburger joins Joe for a wide-ranging conversation inspired by The Path of Duty and Honor, the political thriller he co-authored with bestselling author J.C. Ryan. The novel brings George Washington into modern America and uses fiction to explore questions surrounding the Constitution, civic responsibility, political division, American history, and the future of the country. But the conversation doesn't stop with Washington. Joe and William explore America's growing political divide, how history is taught and understood, whether the nation has moved away from its founding ideals, and what earlier generations might make of modern American culture. They also venture into William's other projects, including The Quantum Keys, an international thriller series built around technology capable of defeating virtually any digital security system, and A Boy Called Swift, a very different story about a child whose entire life unfolds at an extraordinary pace. The conversation eventually turns to artificial intelligence and the future of writing. William explains how he uses AI as a research and critique tool without allowing it to replace the writer, why human voice still matters, and why technology should support creativity rather than become a substitute for it. Along the way, Joe and William talk storytelling, quantum technology, publishing, shrinking attention spans, political power, constitutional government, American culture, and why good fiction can sometimes ask questions that nonfiction cannot. At the center of it all is one deceptively simple question: If George Washington could see America today, what would he say to us? Guest: William Gensburger Author of The Path of Duty and Honor William Gensburger Official Website: https://www.gensburger.com/ The Path of Duty and Honor: https://www.gensburger.com/The-Path/     Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    What Would George Washington Think of America in 2026? | William Gensburger

  4. Aug 9

    Revelation 21 & 22: Behold, I Make All Things New

    After more than six months of studying the Book of Revelation chapter by chapter, we have reached the end. In this final installment of our study of the Book of Revelation, Joe examines Revelation Chapters 21 and 22 and what Scripture reveals about eternity: the new heaven and new earth, New Jerusalem, the River of Life, the Tree of Life, the end of the curse, and God's eternal dwelling with His people. Revelation 19 brought us to the conclusion of the Tribulation. Revelation 20 showed us the Millennial Kingdom, Satan's final rebellion, and the Great White Throne Judgment. But Revelation does not end with judgment. It ends with God making all things new. What is the New Jerusalem? Why is there no temple within the city? What does the Bible mean when it says there will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain? Why does the Tree of Life appear again after first being introduced in Genesis? And how much can we really know about eternity from what God has revealed in Scripture? Joe explores these questions while also acknowledging the mysteries surrounding Revelation's final chapters and distinguishing between what Scripture states clearly and areas where we can only speculate. Most importantly, this study brings the entire biblical story full circle. Genesis begins with God and man together in a perfect creation. Sin enters, mankind falls, and everything that follows tells the story of what God does about it. Revelation ends with what was lost restored, what sin corrupted made new, and what death took away replaced with life. After 22 chapters, Jesus Christ leaves us with one final promise: “Surely I come quickly.” And John's answer remains the prayer of every believer: “Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.” Join us as we conclude our complete Sunday Bible Study journey through the Book of Revelation. Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (01:07) Opening call to share the gospel (03:19) Final Revelation study and overview of the book (05:50) Revelation 21 begins with all things made new (08:32) A new heaven, new earth, and no more sea (11:58) No more death, sorrow, or pain in eternity (14:07) The New Jerusalem and its vast design (21:51) God himself as the light of the eternal city (24:25) Revelation 22 and the river of life (27:17) The tree of life and speculation about eternity (39:50) Works, the tree of life, and the warning of the book (47:23) Final thoughts on Revelation and what comes next - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    Revelation 21 & 22: Behold, I Make All Things New

  5. Aug 8

    How Adversity Shapes Identity | Linda Drattell

    Life can change in an instant. For award-winning author and poet Linda Drattell, that change came through two life-altering experiences: losing her hearing as an adult and surviving the 2016 terrorist attack in Nice, France. Rather than allowing those events to define her, she transformed them into stories of resilience, humor, hope, and the courage to remain true to herself. In this episode Joe and Linda explore the deeper lessons that emerge from adversity, discuss the pressure society places on people to conform, and examine how writing can become a powerful tool for healing and personal growth. Linda also shares insights into her award-winning poetry, children's literature, and her upcoming satirical novel, The Pecadillos of Philomena Phipps, a story that challenges modern conformity while celebrating individuality. Guest: Linda Drattell (official website): https://lindadrattell.com/ The Peccadilloes of Philomena Phipps by Linda Drattell (excerpt / book page): https://lindadrattell.com/new-novel-coming-soon/ Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:16) Joe introduces Linda and her life-changing story (00:05:50) Living between Barcelona and Colorado (00:07:03) Losing hearing and finding identity through advocacy (00:13:20) Why humor helps carry heavy truths (00:18:20) Moral fault lines, conformity, and being yourself (00:29:54) Writing satire in The Pecadillos of Philomena Phipps (00:39:48) Erasure, deafness, and the need to be seen (00:46:44) Surviving the Nice terror attack and finding hope (00:55:35) Where to find Linda's books and Joe's closing thoughts - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    How Adversity Shapes Identity | Linda Drattell

  6. Aug 2

    Revelation 20: The Great White Throne Judgment | The Final Judgment Before Eternity

    What happens after the Millennial Kingdom? Who stands before the Great White Throne? Can anyone be saved by their works? In today's Sunday Bible Study, Joe continues the verse-by-verse journey through the Book of Revelation with one of the most sobering chapters in all of Scripture. Revelation Chapter 20 reveals Satan's final rebellion, the Battle of Gog and Magog, the resurrection of the unsaved dead, and the Great White Throne Judgment—the final courtroom before eternity begins. Together we'll examine: • Satan bound for 1,000 years  • The Millennial Kingdom of Jesus Christ  • Why Satan is released one final time  • The deception of the nations  • The Battle of Gog and Magog  • The First Resurrection vs. the Second Death  • The Great White Throne Judgment  • The Book of Life and the Books of Works  • Why salvation cannot be earned by good deeds  • The eternal destination of every soul Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:08) Opening the study of Revelation chapter 20 (00:04:35) Who enters the millennial kingdom and why (00:11:04) The earthly lake of fire and judgment themes (00:16:07) From the millennium to the new heaven and earth (00:23:14) Eternity, creation, and the expanding kingdom of God (00:32:33) Satan bound for a thousand years (00:39:50) Why people rebel after a perfect millennium (00:46:24) Gog and Magog and the final deception of nations (00:55:49) The first resurrection and the reign with Christ (01:08:09) The great white throne judgment and the book of life (01:18:32) Closing warning, salvation appeal, and next week preview - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    Revelation 20: The Great White Throne Judgment | The Final Judgment Before Eternity

  7. Aug 1

    Inside the Minds of Serial Killers, Cults & Criminal Psychology | Alan R. Warren

    What makes ordinary people follow dangerous leaders? Why are we fascinated by serial killers? And what can criminal psychology teach us about manipulation, cults, and human nature? In this thought-provoking episode, bestselling true crime author and syndicated radio host Alan R. Warren joins Joe for a wide-ranging conversation about serial killers, cult leaders, criminal profiling, media fascination with violence, and the psychology behind some of history's most notorious criminals. Drawing from decades of research and interviews, Alan shares insights into Charles Manson, cult behavior, manipulation, evil, criminal psychology, and why understanding darkness can help us recognize deception in everyday life. This isn't simply a discussion about crime—it's a deeper conversation about human nature, critical thinking, media influence, and recognizing manipulation before it takes hold. Guest: Alan R. Warren Official Website: https://www.alanrwarren.com/ Pen and Blood by Alan R. Warren: https://www.alanrwarren.com/books/pen-and-blood Peace, Love, & Murder by Alan R. Warren: https://www.alanrwarren.com/books/peace%2C-love%2C-%26-murder Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:47) Joe Ruse sets up a dark true crime conversation (00:05:33) Alan R Warren joins and explains his unusual path (00:14:27) From paranormal radio to true crime writing (00:17:15) Why historical context matters in murder cases (00:24:41) Does researching killers take a personal toll (00:29:28) What draws Warren to strange and memorable cases (00:34:13) What people get wrong about serial killers (00:38:31) How cults recruit through fear and belonging (00:44:29) Social media, manipulation, and modern cult tactics (00:53:48) Pen and Blood and conversations with killers (01:01:21) Documenting evil versus glamorizing it (01:06:25) What scares Warren most about people today (01:14:45) Joe reflects on evil, media, and human nature - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    Inside the Minds of Serial Killers, Cults & Criminal Psychology | Alan R. Warren

  8. Jul 31

    Why Americans No Longer Trust Institutions | Dr. Joel Rakow

    Why do so many Americans feel disconnected from the institutions they once trusted? Tonight, on  The Joe Rooz Show, Joe sits down with Dr. Joel Rakow, author of Life in Woke America, to explore the growing crisis of trust affecting government, media, education, corporations, and American culture. Together they examine why many people feel politically homeless, how merit and identity have become flashpoints in today's cultural debates, and what happens when confidence in long-standing institutions begins to erode. The conversation also explores free speech, diversity, leadership, personal responsibility, and whether America can rebuild the trust necessary for a healthy society. Whether you agree or disagree with the perspectives shared, this discussion encourages thoughtful dialogue about one of the defining issues facing America today. Topics Include: • Declining trust in institutions  • Cultural and political polarization  • Merit vs. identity politics  • Corporate and educational culture  • Leadership and accountability  • Public confidence in government  • The future of American society Guest: Dr. Joel Rakow Life in Woke America official site: https://www.lifeinwokeamerica.com/ Joel Rakow author page: https://www.lifeinwokeamerica.com/author.html Fortium Partners profile for Joel Rakow: https://www.fortiumpartners.com/partners/joel-rakow Watch LIVE 7:00 PM CT Rumble: https://Rumble.com/JoeRooz YouTube: https://YouTube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com ️ The Joe Rooz Show Honest conversations about faith, culture, current events, history, preparedness, and the people shaping our world. Watch / Listen Live 7PM CT Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JoeRooz Website: https://joerooz.com Special thanks to: Executive Producer Wayne Rankin Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez Executive Producer Angela Wetuski Executive Producer John Seeley Want to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show? Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joe Check out our partners: Podhome.fm Creative Edge Get MasterPeace https://masterpeace.health/rooz (00:01:02) Joe introduces trust, institutions, and the guest (00:07:38) Joel Reyko on growing up near the border (00:12:48) Baseball, authority, and learning resilience (00:18:11) From baseball dreams to Harvard and big ideas (00:25:47) Why Joel left the Democratic Party (00:33:50) Cybersecurity threats and vulnerable systems (00:42:16) COVID, government distrust, and the middle class (00:52:50) Life in Woke America and why fiction matters (01:03:08) People Joel respects and where to find his work - Joe "Rooz" Russiello https://www.joerooz.com/support https://www.joerooz.com

    Why Americans No Longer Trust Institutions | Dr. Joel Rakow
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The Joe Rooz Show is a long-form conversation podcast built around thoughtful, candid discussions exploring faith, culture, preparedness, history, technology, current events, and the people behind the ideas. Hosted by Joe "Rooz" Russiello, each episode features in-depth conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, economists, historians, medical professionals, faith leaders, veterans, researchers, and independent thinkers who are willing to challenge conventional narratives and engage in meaningful dialogue. Rooted in the principles of free speech, personal responsibility, and intellectual curiosity, The Joe Rooz Show features recurring verse-by-verse Bible studies, practical preparedness discussions, and conversations designed to inform, challenge, and inspire without sacrificing respect or authenticity. Whether exploring Scripture, emerging technology, public policy, personal resilience, or the human stories behind today's headlines, The Joe Rooz Show values honest conversation over sound bites and meaningful dialogue over outrage. New episodes are released weekly across major podcast platforms, Rumble, YouTube, and social media.

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  • Creator
    Joe Russiello
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    354
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Buckley Media
  • Show Website
    The Joe Rooz Show