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!
In this episode team CiCP digs into the practical lessons from recent politically-motivated attacks and what they mean for protectors, event planners, and organizations. Chuck and Chris cover defense-in-depth at open-air events, the limits of crowd control, and why protective intelligence and thorough advance work (sector sketches, Google Earth, rehearsals) are now mission-critical. Chuck and Chris also talk communications — how to build a business case for security spend — and the real operational tradeoffs teams face when budgets are tight.
Join CiCP as they analyze the risks, challenges, and strategies that security professionals must navigate to stay ahead in an increasingly volatile world. Connect with the team at protectiontalk@outlook.com
10 Sept 2025
Resilience: Robin Stearns and & the Changing Threat Landscape
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 intelligence, and threat management, offering a candid look at how cultural narratives, social resentment, and shifting perceptions are reshaping the protective mission.
From the “era of resentment” to the importance of foresight and context, Robin explains how leaders and practitioners alike can adapt to new challenges while maintaining strength and composure. Whether you’re a protector in the field or a security leader navigating executive risk, this conversation delivers practical takeaways and a strategic perspective.
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16 Jun 2025
Home Base, Hard Truths, & Father’s Day
Hosts Chuck and Chris explore evolving leadership responsibilities for security leaders amidst rising digital and physical threats, discussing how protectors adapt to the increasingly asymmetric risk environment.
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