Arroe Collins View From The Writing Instrument

The world of professional wrestling is paradoxical. Storylines are intricately plotted by creative writers, refined by the agents and the wrestlers the day of the match, and performed live in front of worldwide audiences to evoke drama and emotion. It's scripted: it's "fake." Yet, more often than not, it is the real-life backstage machinations, the behind-the-scenes tales of drama and deceit, of pettiness between allies and adversaries, that feel as though they were actually penned by Hollywood's finest scriptwriters.David Sahadi's Backstage Pass is a firsthand account of what occurs beyond the squared circle - stories that are often more co...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Is it a vow or a calling to lead people toward love and forgiveness?  A vow or a calling?  Plus…Chick Fil-A.  Look at the way its spelled!  Is it brilliant branding or one man’s trouble with spelling words correctly?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of...

The new A&E series Predator Hunters follows 30-year veteran investigator Detective Tony Godwin and his team within the North Texas-based Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force as they uncover online exploitation and bring perpetrators to justice before they harm any children. The series provides first-hand access to real investigations as Godwin—who has partnered with the FBI, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Secret Service—opens his case files for the first time.Each episode follows three investigations from the first digital clue through undercover online conversations and coordinated law enforcement operations, culminating in dramatic takedowns and arrests. Featur...

Pod Crashing episode #450 with Sean Flynn from The Brothers Ortiz Podcast When Good Meets Darkness. The Brothers Ortiz is the story of two brothers-both successful, but in very different ways. Gabe Ortiz becomes a third-highest ranking officer in all of Texas; while his younger brother Larry climbs the ranks in Puro Tango Blast, a notorious Texas Prison gang.Gabe doesn't know all the details of his brother's nefarious dealings, and he's made a point not to ask, to protect their relationship. But when Larry is murdered during a home invasion in a rented beach house, Gabe has no choice but t...

Call it out. You fear what people will really think about you. It's why you don't journal or keep a verbal diary of your walk through life. You fear someone will see who you really are and what you've faced day in and day out. Guess what? They're gonna find out anyway on the day you transition. Enjoy the adventure of you with those who love you most now. Not in memory.

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Believe and be unshakable. The Director of West Point's influential Performance Psychology Program shares the secrets of mental toughness and self-belief in this definitive guide to mastering confidence, the key to performance in any field.Dr. Nate Zinsser has spent his career training the minds of the U.S. Military Academy's cadets as they prepare to lead and perform when the stakes are the very highest-on the battlefield. Alongside this work, he has coached world-class athletes including a Super Bowl MVP, numerous Olympic medalists, professional ballerinas, NHL All-Stars, and college All-Americans, teaching them to overcome pressure and succeed on the...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Is it time to stop saying AI?  It’s all anyone is talking about!  AI this.  AI that!.  Plus…are we telling our pets we love them way way way too much?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it t...

Across the ten-episode season, Willie and Korie return with their signature wit and down-home charm as they navigate the ever-evolving future of Duck Commander, support their children - John Luke, Sadie, Will, Bella, Rebecca, and Rowdy - through marriage, parenthood, and new business ventures as they work to preserve the family legacy.In the premiere episode, the family comes together to honor the late Phil Roberston with a heartfelt tribute. Other memorable moments this season capture life in all its humor and heart including Jase bringing Willie into “Duck Court” with Judge Si presiding, the clan filming their very own orig...

I’m CT…  When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world.  Everybody has to have a job.  Mine is C.S.  Customer Service.  Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.  Episode 215 Pissed off people, ISIS hits home and oops I ran my wife over with the pickup

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We recently RV'ed at a resort that had been closed for 18 months for renovations. What if you could do that? Would you reopen your heart to accepting more people you don't know?

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We’ve all read the book where the world is ending, but the last-second actions of our hero save the day. But…what happens next? “Almost the End of the World” attempts to answer that question. Personally, I think that the real apocalypse would be after the asteroid missed. The book follows Corey Walker, an 18-year-old who is ready to die. When last-second heroics save the world, Corey tries to return to his real life. However, the world is a wreck – economies are broken, millions are dead, and people aren’t ready to live again. Meanwhile, Corey’s school has been invaded by a...

Welcome back to the studio.  This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up.  The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own.  Then I realized that you are just as important.  Share the reality of how it really went.  We begin things with the angry therapist Jon Kim who returned in January 2025 with a new book Breaking Up On Purpose. Then we’re going to...

The Gray House reveals the extraordinary true story of the unsung women who helped turn the tide of the American Civil War in favor of the Union. At its center are a Virginia socialite, her indomitable mother, a formerly enslaved ally, and Richmond's most infamous courtesan-four women operating at the heart of Confederate power. Together, they evolve their Underground Railroad operation into a daring and highly effective espionage network, risking their lives and freedom to help preserve the nation's future and safeguard American Democracy.The eight-episode limited series features a standout ensemble cast led by Emmy winner Mary-Louise Parker, Daisy...

They said that AI technology would become more than part of our life.  For some, it's their only way in life.  Training your ear to hear AI generated music and comedy.  

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Hawk Hill Pictures, in partnership with A Channel of Peace, announces the upcoming release of the feature film "The Hail Mary," a heartfelt comedy-drama written and directed by veteran actor and filmmaker Daniel Roebuck ("Matlock," "The Fugitive"). The film will premiere Feb. 21 in The Lehigh Valley, Penn., where it was filmed, ahead of a broader national rollout on Feb. 27.When football season is officially wrapped, "The Hail Mary" is poised to deliver a new kind of comeback story rooted in redemption, faith and community. Set within a Catholic school environment, the film follows a disillusioned man who unexpectedly rediscovers purpose...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Aren’t we all a little insane?  Are we truly mentally tuned in?  Plus…butt kissing at the workplace.  Has it gotten out of hand?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it l...

Making the move from terrestrial radio into podcasting isn't as easy as one might assume. A lot of ups, downs, spin outs and facing a new world of burn out. What can we identify in the way of having a stronger more outreaching podcast that leans more on success and not corporate radio research?

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The old sayings had to start somewhere. Who, what, where and why? Such as flying by the seat of your pants.

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When it’s extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we’re going to explore our choice to make a change, when does it become more of a lifestyle and not just a decision?  Plus…workplace cliques.  Do people know when they’re part of one and why is it important to know what clique your dancing with?  I’m Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you’re not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  <...

Matt Ross, former CEO of School of Rock and architect of One River School? He is the author of GROW OR FOLD: Transform Yourself in Midlife and Beyond. Matt can talk about how he built School of Rock into a global brand, then lost his job, his health and his son at the age of 50. He will share how he rebuilt his life from scratch, and how others can do the same - because in the face of adversity, there really is only one choice: Grow or Fold. “Matt Ross proves it’s never too late to change everything. Grow or F...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Is this a good time to make your voice present?  Is it time to oppose war?  Plus…these elected officials who can’t seem to make up their own mind, why are we even voting if they can’t stop locking things up?    I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a re...

Becoming Legend
Armed with only his hustle and an otherworldly instinct for marketing and branding, Berner, the co-founder and CEO of the world-conquering legal cannabis company Cookies, had the vision to see that cannabis was swiftly moving from the street corner to the corporate office and was able to make moves worthy of a chess grandmaster to launch the first dominant brand.Berner has grown Cookies into a billion-dollar mainstream company with more than seventy stores across the country and the world, added a sought-after streetwear side-brand, and gained millions of fans eagerly awaiting his next move. While building...

A walk through the forest, a park or on a city street and you realize you forgot the doggie bags. Do you leave it for others to pick up on their shoes or do you pick it up with your hands?

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Fresh out of prison, young Ava tries to reclaim her drug empire but gets framed for murder instead. Hunted by cops and a ruthless crime boss, she must face her estranged father as she battles betrayal amid all the bloodshed.Here's the trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl5pTVkDCpM 

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I Wish I’d Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic BossFrom control freaks to dishonest manipulators to unethical corrupters, toxic bosses exist across every industry and every level of leadership, from first-time supervisors through C-suite executives. A staggering majority of professionals—as many as 87 percent, surveys show—have had at least one toxic boss during their career. As far too many people know from experience, working for a toxic boss takes a toll on not only the employee’s ability to perform their job but also their mental health and physical health. As a result, even highly acc...

How important are the invisible people at work?  Plus…a Red Bull a day…the repercussions of the unspoken addiction.   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It’s still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the p...

The new nonfiction series from The HISTORY Channel™, History’s Greatest Picks with Mike Wolfe on will follow host, executive producer, and ultimate treasure hunter, American Pickers’s Mike Wolfe as he dives into the intriguing stories and astonishing values behind legendary treasures, relics, and artifacts from history.With an eye for the unique and a passion for historic collectibles, Mike will guide viewers through surprising new details about legendary artifacts and rare collectibles that have changed hands and value over the last 50 years. Each episode is a curated showcase of unbelievable finds—from vintage cars and motorcycles to pop culture reli...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Do you believe in resurrections?  They happen every day.  But are you willing to listen, to participate, to explore and find newer ways to understand your personal journey? This podcast isn’t about what we study and see through the eyes of religion. My Boy Boy Ernie spoke with me every chance we had together.  But this isn’t about resurrecting a spiritual brother of nearly 34 years.  This resurrection is that of a writing instrument. Verbal documentation of what some may call a vision quest.  Trusting the great mysteries of life.  Tools are handed to us to carve out each expectatio...

"Gina G is a national treasure, a rare kind of legend who's more than an actress and storyteller; she's a rock and roll goddess, proof that grit, glamour, and guts are still stitched into the fabric of fame. Opening up about her times with Prince and wild days in the deep Valley, for fans and friends alike, it's a ride as electric as she is." -Miley CyrusFrom a wayward California girl growing up in the heart of the porn-born San Fernando Valley, Gina Gershon found herself on a journey that has been anything but traditional. Along the way, she had...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Why isn’t anyone calling our present day experiences the first steps of what is and could always be remembered as World War III?  Plus…what does it truly require for this generation to earn the patch WWIII?    I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and i...

In the winter of 1982, three American boys find themselves stranded in a cable car with a dead body, suspended midair in the mountains of Norway during a rare celestial event.Here's the trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjrkWz1Gvk4

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Pod Crashing episode 448 with Dr Jesse Mills from the podcast The Male Room. As Director of The Men's Clinic at UCLA, Dr. Jesse Mills has spent his career helping men understand their bodies, their hormones, and their health. Now he's bringing that expertise to The Male Room - a podcast where data-driven medicine meets common sense. Each episode separates fact from hype, science from snake oil, and gives men the tools to live longer, stronger, and happier lives. With candor, humor, and real-world experience from the exam room and the operating room, Dr. Mills breaks down the latest health headlines...

Everywhere you walk, work, eat and loaf around within, it has been part of a projection. Nothing just happens. There's always a path before the event. Does anybody truly live in real time?

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“The mend or move on choice point can happen when a relationship simply grows misaligned, and it can also happen when toxicity is present,” King notes. “Perhaps you have grown to realize that your connection has always had undercurrents of dysfunction and poisonous qualities that you only recently have refused to tolerate. Maybe your relationship has grown toxic over time. Regardless of its path and process, toxic is toxic, and I would never recommend that a person grit their teeth and settle for an unhealthy bond that undermines their autonomy, shunts their strength, or belittles their value—particularly when it shows no hope f...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   People who rush through life, are they missing out on valuable lessons in life?  Plus…how important is awareness in this desire to constantly wanting time to hurry up and get us there?    I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to thr...

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Crystal Ridge National Park, Blue Skies follows former military police officer Jodi Larsen as she returns to her hometown to start over as a criminal investigator for the National Park Police. Driven by a love of the outdoors and a deep sense of justice, Jodi is determined to protect the park, its visitors and her community, whether from natural dangers or human threats. But Jodi’s fresh start is anything but simple. She’s navigating a new team, a by-the-book superintendent and a journey to reconnect with her father after her mother passed away while...

I’m CT…  When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world.  Everybody has to have a job.  Mine is C.S.  Customer Service.  Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.  Episode 214 money order hell, ICE is in town and my long ass hair down. 

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I tend to celebrate the daily gift of life. Not everyone is like that. They'd rather find reason to fault everything that feels like it's going wrong.

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The follow-up to the highly acclaimed, instant bestseller The Three Billy Goats Gruff The second in the groundbreaking new collection of masterfully retold fairy tales crafted by one of today’s most celebrated and esteemed authors, Mac Barnett, paired with the stunning illustrations of the acclaimed creator, Carson Ellis. Once upon a time there was a clever girl with a not-so-clever father. When her father claims she can spin straw into gold, the king forces the girl to perform this impossible task. She has no other choice than to accept a strange deal from a mysterious little man. But when he arr...