In episode 156 of the Talk4 Podcast, Louis Skupien sits down with Colonel Jason Herring, outgoing Wing Commander of the 621st Contingency Response Wing — the U.S. Air Force’s only wing solely focused on rapidly deploying teams to open airbases and respond to global crises.

With 26 years of service, Jason’s career has spanned from combat operations as a C-130 pilot to strategic leadership in irregular warfare at the Pentagon, culminating in command of one of the Air Force’s most agile and operationally critical units.

In this fascinating episode, Jason breaks down the mission of the 621st, the unique mindset needed for contingency response operations, and how his diverse leadership experiences have shaped his command philosophy. We explore the critical role of teamwork, trust, adaptability, and how to develop future leaders in an ever-changing world.

Packed with real-world lessons, inspiring stories, and practical takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in high-performance leadership, rapid mobility operations, and building resilient teams.

🎧 Listen now to discover how Colonel Herring’s approach to leadership and mission success can inspire you — whether you’re in the military, business, or facing life’s toughest challenges.

In episode 155 of the Talk4 Podcast, Louis Skupien sits down with Dr. Luis Luarca—an organizational psychologist, leadership expert, and former CFO with over 25 years of experience transforming businesses.

Luis blends his unique background in finance, human behaviour, and leadership psychology to reveal how ego, poor communication, and ignoring employees often hold businesses back. He shares actionable lessons from his consulting work with companies ranging from $5 million startups to $300 million giants, showing how empowering teams, listening to staff, and breaking outdated leadership mindsets lead to real results.

We dive into the modern leadership crisis, the misunderstood role of AI, why so many employees hate Mondays, and how to build resilient, high-performing organizations. Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring leader, or someone trying to improve workplace culture, this episode is packed with eye-opening takeaways you can apply today.

🎧 Listen now for a raw, practical guide to becoming a better leader—and building an organization your people actually want to work for.

In Episode 154 of the Talk4 Podcast, host Louis Skupien is joined by Christian Bruhn, a former Army Ranger and intelligence analyst who now runs "The Art of Time," a business focused on luxury watch trading and collection management.

Christian takes us through his transformation—from driving a Budweiser keg truck in Louisiana to deploying with the elite 75th Ranger Regiment, then diving into entrepreneurship and building a trusted name in the luxury watch market.

We cover:

• His military background and lessons learned

• How he transitioned into entrepreneurship

• Watch industry tips, red flags, and best investments

• Brand-building advice

• The future of luxury watches in an AI-driven world

A powerful blend of military grit and business savvy, this episode is full of practical advice, motivation, and insights into what it takes to lead in high-pressure environments.

🎧 Listen now and discover why time is your most valuable asset.