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28 Jul 2026

What It Takes To Survive Hell

Former Navy SEAL Don Mann returns to the Thrive Hour to discuss what he’s learned about human potential after a lifetime of pushing limits. Having served on SEAL Teams One, Two, and Six, Don experienced some of the military’s most demanding environments before going on to lead the USN Sea Cadet SEAL Corps, Navy SEAL Adventure Challenge, Navy SEAL Training Academy, and the Icelandic Navy SEAL Adventure Challenge.

His career has been dedicated not only to performing under extreme conditions, but to helping others discover what they’re capable of when they move beyond fear and self-imposed limitations.
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Don also shares a story from his time in the Navy SEALs when he and his teammates endured conditions that seemed impossible to survive. He reflects on how those experiences shaped his outlook on fear, resilience, perseverance, and purpose.  Here’s more from Sarah Westhall on The Thrive Hour.

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19 Jul 2026

Reshaping The World Order

Economist Martin Armstrong returns to the program to provide the strategic insights and geopolitical analysis that have made him one of the most closely followed economic forecasters in the world. We discuss what President Donald Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping likely resulted in regarding Taiwan and the broader implications for the balance of power in Asia.

Armstrong shares his perspective on the negotiations, the interests of the major players involved, and why the public narrative often misses the deeper strategic objectives shaping world events.
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Armstrong also discusses his involvement in the brokered peace framework with Vladimir Putin and explains why he believes President Trump has followed many of the key elements outlined in the agreement. According to Armstrong, these developments represent a positive step toward a more productive working relationship with Russia. Here’s more from Sarah Westall on Business Game Changers.

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16 Jul 2026

Look Deeper: Epstein, Hormuz

Colonel Rob Maness joins the program to discuss the strategies that may be behind the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and what the move could be designed to accomplish. He argues that the United States is oil independent and far less dependent on the Strait than China and many European countries, raising the possibility that the closure is aimed less at weakening America and more at exploiting foreign vulnerabilities.
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We also discuss Jeffrey Epstein and why the story doesn’t end with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Colonel Maness argues that exposing the broader network of influence, compromise, and power surrounding the Epstein Class is far more important than simply prosecuting two individuals.

If the underlying systems and operations remain intact, removing the visible figures changes very little. Understanding how these networks function—and whom they serve—may be one of the most important issues facing the public today.

Here’s more from Sarah Westall in a new edition of Business Game Changers.

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11 Jul 2026

Desperate People: Dangerous

Dr. Elida Dakoli joins the program to share her family’s firsthand experience surviving one of the most brutal Communist regimes in modern history. A concert pianist and author, Dr. Dakoli recounts the murder of her grandfather, who served as mayor of her hometown in Albania.

He was targeted during a Communist Party crackdown, along with other members of her family. She explains how fear, surveillance, and silence became tools of control, creating a society where people learned that speaking openly could come at an unimaginable cost.
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Sarah Westall and Dr. Dakoli discuss the unsettling parallels they believe are emerging in the West today as governments grow larger and citizens increasingly look to institutions for security during periods of economic hardship. As prices rise, jobs become scarcer, and financial pressures mount, they explore the importance of resisting the temptation to exchange freedom for promises of stability and support. Here’s more from Westall on a new edition of her series Business Game Changers.

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07 Jul 2026

Psychedelics: The Reset Window

Founder of Mind Medicine Australia and inspirational speaker Tania de Jong joins the Thrive Hour for an enlightening discussion about psychedelic medicine. She explains the remarkable critical learning period that psychedelics uniquely open—a short window of heightened neuroplasticity where the brain becomes far more adaptable (or, more simply, where the brain and body are temporarily reset back to a more youthful state, allowing them to learn, heal, grow, and expand again).
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Scientists are now discovering that this unique window may become a powerful tool not only for expanding human potential, but also for helping the body heal from conditions such as PTSD, trauma, depression, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, addiction, and many other neurological and mental health disorders.

We also discuss why this emerging field of research could fundamentally change the way we think about healing, recovery, and human potential. Here’s more from Sarah Westall in a new edition of the Thrive Hour.

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27 Jun 2026

What Happened To Hollywood?

Internationally award-winning director Sergio Navarretta, best known for his 2019 film The Cuban, with Lou Gossett Jr., joins the program for a candid conversation about Hollywood, culture, and the future of storytelling.
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Drawing from his extensive experience in the film industry, Sergio shares his perspective on where Hollywood has been, where it is today, and where it may be headed in the years ahead. We discuss how the cultural landscape has shifted over the past two decades and examine ideas, values, and conversations that were widely accepted not long ago but have become increasingly controversial or off-limits today.
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What has driven these changes? How has the entertainment industry influenced broader cultural trends? And what role does Hollywood play in shaping the values and perspectives of future generations?
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We examine the evolution of the film industry, the challenges facing creators, the impact of cultural shifts on storytelling, and what it will take to restore creativity, balance, and meaningful dialogue in entertainment. Behind every film is a business model, and behind every business model are incentives that shape the stories a culture tells itself. Here’s more from Sarah Westall on a new edition of Business Game Changers.

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23 Jun 2026

What’s Behind UFO Disclosure?

An expert panel joins the Thrive Hour to tackle the question of alien/UFO disclosure—one of the most controversial and potentially consequential topics of our time.
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Returning to the program are Phil Catalano, former NASA/JPL scientist; Loretta Ivory, college professor and researcher; and Jay Weidner, filmmaker, author, and founding member and former Director of Content at Gaia TV. Together, they engage in a lively discussion exploring the evidence, theories, and unanswered questions surrounding disclosure.
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Why is the mainstream media suddenly willing to discuss UFOs and non-human intelligence after decades of ridicule and dismissal? Is this a genuine shift toward transparency, or is there something else at play? What might disclosure actually look like, and why does it appear to be happening now?
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Join us for another engaging Thrive Hour as we explore the UFO question, the future of disclosure, and what it could mean for humanity’s understanding of reality itself.  Here’s more with your host Sarah Westall.

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22 Jun 2026

The Quest To Become Gods

Geopolitical analyst Dave Hodges returns to the program to discuss what he believes are the true intentions of today’s technocratic power players. Hodges argues that their ultimate goal extends far beyond wealth and control, reaching toward the pursuit of superhuman capabilities and the desire to transcend what it means to be human.
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We also examine whether some of the most powerful individuals shaping our future possess the wisdom necessary to lead during this pivotal period in history. Beyond intelligence and influence, we question whether they have the character, self-awareness, and moral foundation needed to rise above the experiences and motivations that shaped them. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the conversation turns to one of the most important questions of our time: who should be trusted to guide humanity’s future?

Here’s more from Sarah Westall on Business Game Changers.

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18 Jun 2026

They Called Him Propagandist

Former Marine and former Sheriff’s Deputy John Mark Dougan rejoins the program to discuss the controversial biolabs in Ukraine that he investigated and reported on years ago. In 2021, Dougan published reports detailing the existence of biolabs operating in Ukraine, only to be aggressively dismissed by mainstream media and labeled a Russian disinformation asset.
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Now, following Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s June 12th release of recently declassified documents showing U.S. funding connected to approximately 120 biolabs in 30 countries—including roughly 40 in Ukraine—Dougan argues that the evidence validates key aspects of his earlier reporting.
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In this discussion, Dougan shares what he uncovered, why the topic became so politically charged, and how media organizations responded to those who questioned official narratives. He explains the smear campaigns directed at journalists and researchers who investigated the issue and discusses what these newly released documents reveal about government transparency, public trust, and the information war surrounding Ukraine.
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What really happened with the biolabs in Ukraine? Were legitimate questions deliberately dismissed? And what does this mean for the public’s ability to separate truth from propaganda in an increasingly polarized media environment? Here’s more from Sarah Westall on Business Game Changers.

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15 Jun 2026

Astrology’s Ancient Origins

Researcher, author, and astrologer Laura Eisenhower rejoins the program to discuss her extensive research into astrology, its origins, historical significance, and how it has influenced human understanding for thousands of years. As the great-granddaughter of former President Dwight David Eisenhower, Laura has forged her own unique path, exploring consciousness, spiritual development, and humanity’s evolving relationship with the cosmos.
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In this fascinating conversation, Laura shares insights from her life’s mission, which she describes as helping “to inspire unity consciousness and bring us back to the Zero Point/Unified Field, the totality of our divine powers.”

Together, we explore astrology’s deeper meanings, the connection between celestial cycles and human experience, the importance of self-awareness, and how individuals can better understand their purpose during these transformative times. Here’s more from Sarah Westall on Business Game Changers.

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