Lessons from Leaders with Brian Beckcom

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Toby Ramirez-Johnson, author and suicide prevention advocate, about mental wellness and suicide prevention.  Toby is the author of "The Last Seven Days," a book she wrote after her brother, a U.S. Army Sergeant who served two tours of combat in Afghanistan, committed suicide. To raise awareness about the troubling mental health disparity that many of our...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Ron Peters. Ron is the Executive Director of Katy Responds, a non-profit organization helping families recover and rebuild their homes after the historic flooding during Hurricane Harvey.  Katy Responds was established in 2018 by a group of Katy churches and other local community organizations. Still today, many homes need rebuilding and restorations, esp...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with district attorney Dusty Boyd about substantive solutions to conflict and crisis within our communities. They address the justifiable mistrust in America's legal system and examine ways in which we can lead our communities through to positive solutions.  During the show, they discuss the origins of MAPS. A program that has sparked meaningful dialogue about...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Harris County Criminal Court Judge Jesse McClure III about the state of criminal trials during the COVID-19 pandemic.  During the show, they discuss how criminal courts are managing the coronavirus pandemic to ensure that the wheels of justice continue moving forward. Brian and Jesse also discuss over-policing, the failures of the so-called War on Drugs,...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with United States Marine Corps Captain and Purple Heart Recipient Nick Kalt. Nick served as a commander for a platoon of Combat Engineers in the 1st Combat Engineer Battalion. Nick was badly injured during a training exercise in the Marines. Nevertheless, he was able to figure out a way to pass the intense physical requirements to be a Marine Corps Officer. N...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Coach R.C. Slocum. Coach Slocum is the winningest football coach in Texas A&M and Southwest Conference history as well as a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with United States Congressman, Will Hurd. Will talks about what it was like to work undercover for the C.I.A., his passion for problem-solving, and the role technology plays in the global power struggle between the U.S., China, and Russia. Will is the kind of politician we need in our country; he's a leader, a problem-solver, and a true patriot.

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Clinical Psychotherapist Dr. Carleah East about things people can do to improve their mental health and wellness during challenging times. Brian and Dr. East also talk about the recent Black Lives Matter protests and how people of different races can come together to work through today's biggest challenges.

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Lieutenant Colonel Toby Flinn. Col. Flinn is a decorated war hero who did three tours of duty, two in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. 

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with rancher, Olympic weightlifter, and autonomous vehicle expert/attorney Julian Carlos Gomez. They talk about Julian's life growing up as a rancher, the foreseeable dangers self-driving cars pose to the public, and Julian shares invaluable "pearls of wisdom" to help us all advance in our personal and professional lives.  

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Master Certified Life Coach Samy Chong about meditation and mindfulness. Brian and Samy discuss meditation techniques that can help people manage stress and anxiety during turbulent times.

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Jared Dunten, who has overcome some serious life obstacles after being paralyzed when he was only 20 years old. Jared was paralyzed in an accident in the Rio Grande during a camping trip when he dove in the water and his head struck a sandbar. Fortunately, he was lucky enough to have a friend with him that was able to pull him from the river and keep him...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Cyril White. Cyril knew George Floyd personally, having played basketball against George in high school and also when George joined Cyril's traveling basketball team.  Be sure to subscribe, rate & review this podcast and keep up with the latest episodes. You can also connect with Brian who is a co-founder of the Houston-based maritime and personal injury...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with the Reverend Dr. John Stephens, Senior Pastor at Chapelwood Methodist Church.  Dr. Stephens and Brian talk about the importance of spirituality during the coronavirus pandemic.  Be sure to subscribe, rate & review this podcast and keep up with the latest episodes. You can also connect with Brian who is a co-founder of the Houston-based maritime and person...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with former Harris County prosecutor and now Criminal Defense Attorney Mekisha Walker. They talk about her work prosecuting domestic violence crimes as well as her personal experience as a victim of domestic violence.   Be sure to subscribe, rate & review this podcast and keep up with the latest episodes. You can also connect with Brian who is a co-founder of...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with the first attorney in the country to go to trial during a pandemic. J ohn Black is a nationally known trial lawyer and the founder of Daly & Black. John and Brian discuss John's experience going to trial entirely by Zoom, the pros and cons of remote trials, how some special interest groups are leveraging the pandemic for financial gain, and the real-time...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Former Marine Corps Combat Officer and now successful entrepreneur Blake Sawyer about an array of topics ranging from Blake's experience in Fallujah during the Iraq war to his experience working with the Columbian Navy where he used revolutionary drone technology to intercept massive shipments of cocaine from entering American borders. Blake is truly a re...

In this episode, Brian Beckcom speaks with Harris County Judge R.K. Sandill about how our judicial branch is serving on the frontlines of democracy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Judge Sandill also offers his advice on dealing with adversity and treating each other with kindness during challenging times.   Be sure to subscribe, rate & review this podcast and keep up with the latest episodes. You ca...

In this episode of the podcast, Brian Beckcom speaks with Ben Glass about the COVID-19 pandemic and its future implications to small businesses around the country.  Be sure to subscribe, rate & review this podcast and keep up with the latest episodes. You can also connect with Brian through his firm by email to Brian@vbattorneys.com or on his firm's website, www. VBAttorneys.com