The Warrior's Journey

On Today's podcast, we welcome Gabe Axtell, former Marine MARSOC Raider. Watch as he talks about how he he found purpose and how God changed his life! Amazing story! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website:  www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Troy welcomes Tyler Patten, Navy Veteran. Listen as Tyler talks about how he overcame deep loss and how God impacted his life! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website:  www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Coach Tom Winkler, head coach for the Missouri State Hockey Team. We have been blessed to partner with an amazing organization, who has a great passion for our active military, veterans, and their families! If you would like to know more, or buy Hockey tickets, see the link below:   https://missouristatehockey.com/ Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  ht...

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes our newest member to TWJ's team, Troy Malesky (Former Navy Seal). Troy is now the Director of S.O.F. Initiatives for TWJ and leading the charge on providing more recourses to the operator community. If you would like to learn more about TWJ's S.O.F. Initiative, please click the link below: https://thewarriorsjourney.org/specialforces/ Learn more at TWJ Social...

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Dr. Chase Kelly, owner of Kelly Dental here in Springfield! We are very thankful for Dr. Kelly's partnership with The Warrior's Journey! If you would like to learn more about Kelly Dental, please click the link below: https://kelly-dental.com/ Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram:  https://www.instag...

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Mark Burgess, owner of the Ozark Lunkers! Ozark Lunkers is a professional indoor football team based right here in Springfield MO! We are very thankful for Mark's partnership with The Warrior's Journey! If you would like to learn more about the Ozark Lunkers or purchase a ticket, please click the link below:   https://www.ozarkslunkers.com Learn more at TWJ So...

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Dan Boever, founder and entertainer of Dan Boever Golf. Dan serves as a brand ambassador for The Warrior's Journey and is responsible for 50% of the networking opportunities TWJ has experienced outside of Missouri. We are very grateful for the friendship and partnership we have with Dan! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewa...

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Brain Cheever, CEO of Clear Creek Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles. Brain and Clear Creek have been a huge support to The Warrior's Journey, and on this episode we learn a little more on Brians background and why the military means so much to him. Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram:  https://www.inst...

On this episode, Kevin welcomes Jonathan Garard, owner of Grooms Office Environments here in Springfield MO. Jonathan, a combat Army Veteran, discusses his experiences in the time he served in the military. Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/  Website:  www.twj.org  Contact us: info@twj.or...

On this episode, Kevin welcomes back Danny and Nora White, founders of Lead With Liberty. In 2021, Danny worked on a second printing of  A Widower ' s Walk: From Desert to Destiny ...a memoir of his chapter of life with Jenny and their children (Lil Danny, Hannah, and Ethan) as well as the chapter of life with Nora and their blended family. During this podcast they discuss all updates with Lead wi...

On this Episode, Kevin meets with Lt Col Stuart Sullivan. Lt Col Sullivan is a retired USAF Squadron Commander and a combat veteran in the B-2 Stealth Bomber. He is a command pilot in both the T-38 Talon and B-2 Spirit with over 3,200 flight hours.  In 2016, Stuart wrote two words on a piece of paper and nailed it to a cross. From that moment he moved from trying to please God to trusting complete...

Movement Mortgage was created to be different. Founded in 2008, amidst one of the biggest financial meltdowns in American history, Movement set forth on a mission to create a Movement of Change in the mortage industry, in corporate cultures and in communities. For Movement, it all comes back to the mission: to love and value people in everything they do. In this episode, Movement Mortgage Loan Off...

Operation Uplift was born out of a desire to send smiles to heroes far from home for the holidays. It all began in 2017 when Jason Simonin and Michelle "Mickey" Carlson teamed up to send holiday care packages to 69 service members with the 35th Infantry Division unit. From those humble beginnings their efforts quickly grew, and with the overwhelming support of communities far and wide, Operation U...

Leon "Lee" Ellis is a retired United States Air Force colonel, award-winning author, speaker, and consultant.  Ellis gained notoriety when, as a fighter pilot in the Vietnam War, he was shot down, captured, and spent over five years as a prisoner of war in Hanoi and surrounding areas.  In this episode, Lee shares the story of his capture, how he survived and endured to the moment of his release an...

On January 29, 2006, Bob Woodruff was reporting on the transfer of power between US and Iraqi security forces for ABC's "World News Tonight" when his armored vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb. Life for Bob and his entire family changed in an instant, as he sustained a life-threatening traumatic brain injury. Bob spent 36 days in a medically-induced coma at Walter Reed National Military Medical Ce...

Picking up where we left off on The Warrior's Journey podcast, Colonel Todd "Riddler" Riddle continues unpacking his new book – Faith, Family and Fighter Jets: How to Live Life to the Full with Grit and Grace. Riddle's first person recollections of pulling the trigger on a GAU-8 Avenger 30mm canon on an A-10, firing Maverick missiles, using Night Vision Goggles, or laughably failing while coaching...

Colonel Todd "Riddler" Riddle's story is anything but typical, with a combat-worn fighter jet soaring high above the mountains of Afghanistan. His experiences convey lessons of faith and leadership forged from a life of military service in harm's way; a missional life calling where the stakes of success and failure are at the highest possible levels. In this episode of The Warrior's Journey podcas...

Trauma is the root cause of suicide, and the existing solutions aren't working. Addiction, poverty, sexual abuse, divorce, homelessness, incarceration, and suicide are all directly correlated with trauma exposure. The U.S. spent $458 billion last year to treat these comorbidities of trauma, and the VA spent an average of $4,100 per person for treatment of PTSD. Trauma may be spreading, but so is h...

Collectively, the Veterans Service Alliance, of which The Warrior's Journey is a part, serves around 1 million veterans each year. In this episode, we continue to highlight our partners with VSA co-chair Dr. Damon Friedman! Damon is the president of SOF Missions, which helps at risk veterans by providing whole health care plans that support wellness and resiliency. He received his commission in 20...

As we continue to highlight our partners in the Veterans Service Alliance, a group of non-profit organizations coming together to make a global impact in the fight against veteran suicide, we're shining the spotlight on Engage Your Destiny, led by CEO Ben Peterson.  Ben spent 8 years in the Army, deploying to Iraq during the surge in 2008. His time in a Combat Aviation Brigade was challenged by fe...

Continuing our series with other members of the Veterans Service Alliance, a group of non-profit organizations coming together to make a global impact in the fight against veteran suicide, we welcome Vice President of the Roever Foundation John Arroyo (USA, Ret) to the podcast! John, a 20-year Army veteran, joined the military because he needed a change and felt the military would help him find co...

As we kick off a new series highlighting partner organizations, we welcome Major General Bob Dees (US Army, Ret.) back to the podcast, who serves as President of the Board for the National Center for Healthy Veterans. Our veterans have pledged their lives for our freedom, security, and prosperity. Healthy veterans are productive members of society, good employees, and positive role models, but not...

At its best, independence leads men to think for themselves and to develop deep personal convictions. But the instinct also has a tendency to lead men toward isolation and apathy. Chase and Kevin come together for one last conversation on masculinity, discussing the tendency men have to veer into apathy and how they can ultimately find a healthy middle ground between ignoring and indulging their i...

Purple Heart Homes is dedicated to providing housing solutions for Service Connected Disabled and Aging Veterans that is substantial in function, design, and quality fit to welcome home the fighting men and women of America. In this episode, Chairman Emeritus Garrett Garland joins the podcast to share about the impact Purple Heart Homes is making in the lives of veterans all over the nation. Garla...

As the conflict in Ukraine rages on, Tim Hayes and Daniel Bell return along with Tim Carentz, another distinguished U.S. military veteran and TWJ partner, to discuss what's currently happening with relief efforts and how you can make a tangible difference.  The Warrior's Journey is working with our partners to provide real-time resources and relief to Ukraine. 100% of all donations to our Ukrainia...