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Courage is a choice with Darin Kinder, former Special Agent and author of "Bury Me in a Dirty Suit"
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- Win At Home First
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- Feb 11, 2026
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- 2777
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Summary
Is your "suit" clean or dirty? Imagine walking through the smoke, pulverized concrete, and all the aftermath of 9/11. Darin Kinder was there, Special Agent turned First Responder in a matter of moments. His suit was destroyed because he was on the ground in real time. What about yours? In this episode, you'll discover… Darin's 9/11 experience (3:04) More on Darins Book (18:30) Glorifying God in your service (26:55) Is your suit dirty in your marriage? (29:10) Key trait to win at home and at work (41:45) Darin's Bio: Darin Kinder is a former Special Agent of the United States Secret Service, where he spent decades protecting world leaders and navigating high-stakes environments. On September 11, 2001, he was on the ground in New York City when the World Trade Center was attacked—an experience that earned him the Secret Service Medal of Valor and forever shaped his perspective on life and leadership. Beyond his federal service, Darin is a devoted husband, father to four sons, and the founder of Fierce Faith, an organization dedicated to helping people live with courage and purpose. He is passionate about inspiring and equipping the next generation to face challenges head-on and live with bold resolve. A sought-after speaker and podcast guest, Darin shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and what it means to live with clear purpose in an unpredictable world. When he's not challenging audiences to live boldly, you'll find him at home investing in his wife—his partner since 1998—and their four sons. Darin is a graduate of James Madison University and spent 25 years as a US Secret Service Special Agent. He loves the mountains, baseball, and any adventure that calls for courage and grit. More about Darin https://www.fierce-faith.com/ What's Next? NEW!! Join the new R…