Making Maverick Moves

In this powerful episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina L. Osborn steps into the spotlight to share one of the boldest decisions of her career - taking a stand at LA Metro, a move that ultimately led to her unceremonious termination. With unflinching honesty, Gina walks us through the moment she chose to fight for what was right, knowing full well the risks involved. She dives deep into the importance of choosing your battles wisely, understanding the consequences, and standing firm when it matters most. Her story is alarming and inspirational, a testament to the courage it takes to be a true Maverick leader. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation about integrity, resilience, and the price of making fearless moves.

Courage isn't just about jumping out of planes or standing before a roaring crowd. It's the quiet, relentless force behind every bold decision, every career pivot, and every moment you refuse to settle for less. It also keeps so many people stuck, afraid to take the next step. Today, we're breaking down courage - what it really is, how to strengthen it, and why it's the key to making your Maverick Move.

Welcome to Making Maverick Moves, the podcast where we dive into bold, unconventional actions that break the mold and redefine success. Today, we are tackling a game-changing question: Who are you... When you are big. My guess today is the incredible Kimberly Roush of All-Star Executive Coaching. She's an executive coach, speaker, and author of Who Are You... When You Were Big. Kymberlee has coached top executives, entrepreneurs, and high achievers to break through limitations, step into their potential, and lead with confidence. But, here’s the twist... her big philosophy isn’t just about success; it’s about becoming the boldest, most fearless version of yourself. So, if you’ve ever felt like you’re playing small, holding back, or waiting for permission to take that big, maverick leap, this episode is for you. Kymberlee is here to help you break through that barrier, make bold intentions, and grow into the person who makes waves, takes risks, and owns their maverick move. Are you ready? Let’s dive in!

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Picture the resolve it takes to track Soviet spies across Cold‐War Europe, then rise through the ranks of one of the world’s premier law‐enforcement agency—only to step onto a TEDx stage and turn those lessons into a talk that moves strangers to act. That constellation of careers belongs to Gina L. Osborn. Gina’s sister, Lisa Osborn, guides today’s conversation. For three decades Gina has served country and community, proving that duty and daring are not mutually exclusive. In this episode you’ll hear Gina’s most gripping field stories and, more importantly, the frameworks she uses to turn adversity into advantage—tools you can apply to elevate your own life and career. If you’ve ever been told to stay in your lane and felt the instinct to build a brand‐new highway instead, this conversation is for you.

00:00 – From Cold War to TEDx: Meet Gina L. Osborn

03:48 – Her first Maverick Move at 16

06:39 – A stranger in the library changed her life forever

09:55 – Getting into the FBI during a hiring freeze

14:07 – Her first big case: crashing an organized crime ring

18:49 – Life at FBI HQ & inspecting field offices

22:56 – Inside the Sony hack investigation (North Korea)

30:55 – The real story behind LA Metro's safety crisis

36:56 – Fired for telling the truth—what happened next

39:37 – Fighting for Metro’s own police force

42:58 – Rebuilding after the fallout: TEDx, podcast & purpose

51:29 – How to make your own Maverick Move