The Circuit Magazine Podcast

Guarding whether manned or mobile is the starting pathway many pursue in the security sector so is it time to shine a positive light on skillsets developed that might be transferable to other sectors like EP? This week we are very pleased to welcome Ti...

Have you ever met a German EP operator on international missions? For a country and economy as strong and large as Germany the adoption of EP and security in general is surprisingly low - but all that is changing. We are delighted to welcome Dr Christo...

Is there a more topical industry than Energy today with prices and availability at the forefront of global populations? This week we are delighted to welcome Don Sylvest, former Security Operations Manager at ExxonMobil to ask: Why should EP operators ...

Don't get yourself electrocuted whilst trying to save someone already in that situation! Today's protector must remember that they are themselves a target and aside from increasing their ability to respond with force, being able to blend in and avoid b...

Do you make a 'J' Turn every day? Have you ever gotten in the wrong black SUV? What ever the stage in your EP career protected mobility is a crucial yet varied topic that is going to throw some curve balls at you. Join us for today's episode with Joe A...

If your client wanted a 200 pound door installed in their ancient home how can you say 'yes, BUT' and why is that your concern anyway as a protector? Today's guest Chris Aldous, founder of Design Security Ltd, will help us explore core security by desi...

After famous examples of EP professionals being arrested in the Nordics whilst on a detail with a music tour you might ask what to look out for whilst operating in Sweden, Denmark and Norway - which make up most of 'the Nordics'. We are delighted to in...

If your principal's main residence alarm system is going off at 2 in the morning, can you turn it off? Technology awareness goes a lot further than 'becoming a hacker' or learning to code. Today we are delighted to speak with Paul Nieto III a Physical ...

Two captivating topics for this week's interview. Executive Protection opportunities in the Republic of Ireland post-Brexit and taking academia to the next level with a Doctorate in Security focused on EP. This week we are thrilled to welcome Ireland I...

So, you're a qualified EP professional - What now? What's next in your learning and development calendar? This week, we're delighted to be talking about the learning and development forum for EP professionals that the Circuit Magazine just ran. And thi...

Executive Protection Agent, Eric “Swayze” Gifford runs Shadow Company. A former rock climber and MMA fighter, with over 35 years experience in the martial arts. In addition to working operationally in the field, he also teaches Close Quarters Combat an...

More than chocolate, clocks and mountains, operating in Switzerland can either be the most efficient EP experience you have ever had or one of the most expensive challenges depending on how much preparation you do - especially in advance of world event...

Are you prepared to fail and fail again? How can former service personnel adapt their mindset to succeed not just in the private sector but in building a business of their own? Today's episode will resonate with a large proportion of the EP community w...

Should protectors still aspire to the bodybuilder, powerlifter stereotype? Does having a large frame make you more desirable to clients or will it ultimately hinder your progression in the industry? On this week's episode of the Short Circuit, Elijah i...

Can you coast along when travelling to some destinations but not others? Are there any non-challenging environments today? Fundamental travel risk questions with Mac Segal, CEO and Founder of the AHNA Group for this week's episode where we ask: What sh...

How often do Judo skills really pay the bills? How should protectors enhance their own de-escalation capabilities and what does the term Presilience mean? We were honoured to speak with Joe Saunders, Host of the Managing Violence Podcast, in person liv...

Where are you going to find more talent? Whether or not there is a shortage, could we raise the whole industry by including professionals with diverse backgrounds as well as life experiences? Today we are very pleased to speak with Dawn Holmes on the e...

Selling can't be a dirty word in EP; your work depends on it. It is in this context that we are delighted to welcome Craig McKim back for the second time on the Circuit Magazine Podcast to find tangible solutions to branding and networking both yoursel...

A lot of people want to present the perfect image of themselves but what about the scars and bruises? Today's guest embodies trust in 'the process' and is an advocate for taking control of your EP career and priorities. On this episode we are joined by...

The last thing you want is to be having an argument with a family member whilst on a difficult operation. How can we find the balance between our family and professional life? In today's episode we are joined by the #BodyguardWithaSmile Jermaine Flythe...

You could put wire mesh on the windows of Bond Street or Fifth Avenue Haute Couture stores but would anyone still shop there? Today we are speaking with Jonathan Eddery who developed a wealth of Loss Prevention (LP) skills and experience before joining...

How can you scale yourself from an 'army of one'? What does the corporate security world have to teach solo operators about being in more places at once? We are pleased to welcome Chaim Roberts, founder of Roberts Risk Solutions to help us understand t...

In many areas of business less regulation is being campaigned for, not more. Why would it be desirable for the EP industry to self impose standards on itself, separate from State by State licensing? The topic of Standardization continues to be an emoti...

If risk management underpins everything we do in the security industry, why is the delivery of high level training so underserved? And why are the requisite skills not valued more by all practitioners? We're joined by Dr David Rubens, founder and execu...

Most people think that protective services begins and ends with just standing next to the protectee, but today’s guest has made a very successful career from doing the exact opposite of that. On this episode, we’re joined by Sam Alicea who manages and ...