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Conversations in Close Protection

Chuck Randolph & Chris Story
Executive Protection
Risk Management
Data-Driven Decision Making
ROI
Business Development
ASIS International
Protective Intelligence
Corporate Security
California Wildfires
Threat Management
Insider Risk
Israel
Hamas
Ukraine
Mental Health
Political Violence
Soft Skills
Hard Skills
Self-Care Strategies
U.S. Elections

Conversations In Close Protection is a podcast about the Executive/Close Protection industry. We use the podcast to enhance discussions about the industry and promote values, information and education within the Close Protection Community and try to have fun doing it!

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, we talk with Robin Stearns, CEO and Founder of Pacific Resilience Group, to explore what resilience means in today’s environment of heightened executive risk. Robin shares insights from her career in government, corporate intelligenc... more

The CiCP crew is back on home turf. In this episode, Chuck and Chris acknowledge Father’s Day, family, and the evolving responsibilities of leadership—in life and in the field. The team unpack the rising risk environment for executives and high-net-w... more

In "Seguridad Cuantificada," your CiCP team dives deep with Kevin Palacios, an intellectual architect transforming executive protection from a gut-feeling profession to a data-driven strategic discipline. With a doctorate-level approach and 25 years ... more

Conversations in Close Protection – Shop Talk January 2025, the team breaks down the critical security developments shaping the corporate and global landscape. We examine the tragic UnitedHealthcare incident and its implications for executive protect... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Stearns
Founder and CEO of Pacific Resilience Group, specializing in threat mitigation and corporate security consulting
Pacific Resilience Group
Episode: Resilience: Robin Stearns and & the Changing Threat Landscape
Kevin Palacios
Expert in executive protection and risk management
Chair of the ASIS Executive Protection Community
Episode: 'Seguridad Cuantificada': Kevin Palacios on Data Driven Close Protection
Tristan Flannery
Presage Global's Tristan Flannery and an expert in executive protection.
Presage Global
Episode: Promethean Pathways: Tristan Flannery on Advancing the State of Close Protection

Hosts

Chuck Randolph
Host of the discussions, providing insights into executive protection and industry challenges.
Chris Story
Co-host engaging with guests and facilitating discussions on close protection topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Informative & Entertaining

    Excellent interviews and discussions covering experiences, trends, the hosts and their interviewees expertise and guidance. Although focusing on “close protection,” the discussions and insights are relevant to anyone interested in understanding their world and how things around them may effect them, their businesses, communities and society.

    Hosts are smart, entertaining and drive towards “rising all ships”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenDevilKitty
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Information

    As a newer protector trying to break into the industry, this podcast has provided a much larger view of the protection industry for me. The lessons learned, industry insights, and potential pitfalls have been very useful as well on my journey. Thank you Chris and Chuck for doing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rodney Brooking
    United States4 years ago
  • Invaluable information

    This is the best podcast available on Close Protection and related topics. Well done, and looking forward to featuring notables in the EP universe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gladius PSP
    United States5 years ago
  • Informative, Relevant & Excellent

    Thanks Chris and Chuck (and all of the other guest speakers) for the wornderful content! I enjoy listening and learning from your podcasts here in Hong Kong. I look forward to each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whyvonne123
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent material.

    These podcasts are so relevant to today’s EP industry.

    “How to survive a terrorist attack” with Bob Nichols is a must listen!

    Look forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarastia237
    United States6 years ago

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Many find the discussions invaluable for understanding the complexities and challenges within the close protection industry.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative content presented by the hosts, highlighting their expertise in the executive protection field.
Reviews indicate that the discussions are relevant and applicable not just to industry professionals but also to anyone interested in security and risk management trends.

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Focused on the Executive Protection industry, the content covers a broad range of topics including risk management, leadership, situational awareness, and the integration of technology such as AI and drones in security practices. The episodes often feature interviews with industry leaders and discussions about crucial issues like political violence, workplace safety, and the evolving landscape of threats faced by security professionals. With a commitment to education, the hosts aim to equip listeners with relevant insights and practical strategies, making it valuable for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field of close protection.

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Conversations in Close Protection launched 6 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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