The MisFitNation

What if companies stopped calling themselves “military-friendly” and actually became military-focused? On this week’s episode of The ToosDay Crue, hosts Jake and Stephen sit down with Janine Smith, founder of Sparrow Consulting, LLC, and a force in the world of military career transition and corporate integration. With over two decades of experience working within and around the military sector, J...

🔥 One fire changed his life. One book shares his legacy. In this gripping episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with 2023 Library of Congress Award-Winning Author A.J. Otjen and Montana firefighter Dan Steffensen—the real-life hero behind her powerful book “Burned Over!” Dan Steffensen’s life changed forever the day he was caught in a devastating burnover while battling a wild...

💡 What if the key to scaling your business isn't just strategy, but leadership, culture, and operational clarity? In this dynamic episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes powerhouse La Tonya Roberts—a Fractional COO, HR Consultant, and global business strategist with over 18 years of experience across 30 countries. La Tonya is the silent force behind companies that go from startup...

🛑 What happens when the dead need YOUR help? This week, Stephen and Jake of The ToosDay Crue sit down with Tina Erwin, retired Navy Commander turned metaphysical expert and renowned Ghost Helper 👻. With over 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force, Tina's life took a profound turn into the world of metaphysics, spirituality, and the unseen world. Tina has authored 9 books on metaphy...

This week on The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake welcome Ian Chamandy, Chief Purpose Officer of PurposeU, author, speaker, and the mind behind over 400 purpose-driven transformations. 🔥 Ever wondered what your true purpose is? 🎯 Ian has dedicated over 20 years to helping businesses and individuals answer the ultimate question: "Why should I choose you?" And he's got a formula that works—in...

This week on The MisFitNation, we welcome Carroll Harris—a decorated Marine Corps veteran, retired federal law enforcement executive, and leadership expert. With over 35 years of combined military and federal service, Carroll’s career has spanned combat deployments, major narcotics investigations, national communications leadership, and oversight of high-stakes field operations in Los Angeles. Car...

In this inspiring episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with the powerhouse duo behind Champions For Veterans: CEO Gino Johnson and U.S. Army Veteran Ranger “Terry” Johnson. 🇺🇸 They’re on a mission to help veterans and their families secure the VA benefits they’ve earned—and their impact is nothing short of life-changing. 🎯 Gino, a corporate veteran with degrees in accounting,...

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, Rich LaMonica welcomes Doyle Glass—a man who doesn’t just write history, he sculpts it into memory. 🇺🇸 From his bestselling books Lions of Medina and Swift Sword to his unforgettable Medal of Honor memorials in Kentucky and Texas, Doyle has devoted his life to preserving the legacies of American heroes. 📚🪖 But Doyle’s path wasn’t ordinary—before beco...

In this inspiring episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Retired U.S. Army Major Gerald Gangaram, a decorated combat pilot turned national advocate for civic education. Raised in a low-income neighborhood in Queens, NY, Gerald's journey took him from West Point to the battlefields of Afghanistan, where he led soldiers and flew Apache helicopters during Operation Enduring Fr...

In this special episode of The ToosDay Crue, Stephen and Jake welcome US Army Lieutenant Colonel Patrick Naughton, a decorated military historian, educator, and author whose career spans over 28 years of service. 🌍 Hailing from Hawai'i and now teaching at the prestigious Command and General Staff College (CGSC), Patrick brings deep insight into military leadership, historical context, and ethical...

In this inspiring episode, we welcome USAF Chaplain, Major Matthew Spencer, and Kristina Spencer, a dynamic couple devoted to faith-based marriage ministry. With over 20 years of combined experience in ministry, leadership, and counseling, they share their mission to strengthen military couples and families through God-centered guidance and practical tools for resilient relationships. 👥 From depl...

USAF Major (Ret.) Dr. Steven Ramos joins Rich LaMonica to share how his 28-year Air Force career—from U-2 pressure suit tech to elite jumpmaster & combat therapist—led to a new mission: saving veteran lives through mental health advocacy. Growing up in the Bronx, Steve dodged street violence and drugs by enlisting in 1993 as an E-1. His path led him to the skies over Afghanistan, 12 combat drops,...

🎙️ Stephen and Jake sit down with Ryan Christensen—a man who has mastered the power of the mind. 🧠 What if your biggest roadblocks are all in your head? Ryan, a seasoned hypnotist, author, and former counterterrorism and counter-proliferation expert, helps people break through their mental barriers to unlock peak performance, emotional resilience, and deeper life satisfaction. 💥 In this episode,...

🎙️ Join Rich LaMonica as he sits down with Marine Corps Veteran Zach Tidwell—a man who refuses to be defined by adversity. 💥 After surviving a suicide attempt that took his sight and hearing in one ear, Zach rebuilt his life on his terms. Now, he’s: ✅ An award-winning self-taught software developer making the digital world more accessible. ✅ A competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter facing able...

In this electrifying episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Joshua Daniel, a retired Master Sergeant with over 20 years of service in U.S. Special Operations. From the elite ranks of the 75th Ranger Regiment and Special Forces, Joshua transitioned from warfighter to purpose-driven leader. He’s the Founder of Counter Culture Solutions, where he trains others in personal protection...

The MisFitNation with Rich LaMonica welcomes Combat Veteran AJ Richards, a former CrossFit gym owner, sixth-generation rancher, and food sovereignty advocate on a mission to decentralize the American food supply chain. AJ’s journey began when the 2020 pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of our food system. What started as selling his family's beef direct-to-consumer evolved into managing a USDA m...

Join Rich LaMonica as he welcomes Chris Hood, an influential speaker, strategist, and author who has reshaped the way companies approach Customer Experience (CX) and Digital Transformation. With over 35 years of experience, Chris has earned recognition as one of the Top 30 Customer Experience Gurus by Global Gurus for two consecutive years. In this captivating episode, Chris Hood dives deep into:...

Join host Rich LaMonica on this powerful episode of The MisFitNation as he welcomes U.S. Army Veteran and author Andrew Bragg, who shares the raw and unfiltered story behind his gripping memoir, The Devil’s Playground. Bragg recounts his deployments to Afghanistan with the 173rd and 82nd Airborne Divisions—facing brutal combat in the Arghandab Valley, where the rules were simple: The valley always...

Join hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica on The ToosDay Crue as they welcome Douglas Greenlaw, a man whose life story reads like an action-packed novel. From the jungles of Vietnam to the executive suites of MTV Networks, Douglas’s journey is filled with grit, resilience, and unmatched determination. As a highly decorated Vietnam Veteran with accolades including the Silver Star, two Bronze Sta...

Get ready for an inspiring episode of The MisFitNation as host Rich LaMonica welcomes Douglas Katz, a West Point graduate, disabled Army veteran, and innovative entrepreneur making waves in the world of adaptive technology. From serving his country to launching NULU, an adaptive knife designed for individuals with upper extremity impairments, Douglas's journey is a testament to resilience, creativ...

Join Stephen and Jake on the next episode of The ToosDay Crue as they welcome US Army Veteran and Entrepreneur Joe Meisch, the brilliant mind behind the innovative Temple Massager—a groundbreaking, drug-free, non-invasive Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapy device that’s changing lives. After spending 14 years donating over 4,000 Temple Massagers globally to service members and vetera...

Stephen and Jake of The ToosDay Crue welcome USMC Veteran Jon Reid, a man whose journey from the battlefield to personal rock bottom—and back again—reveals the raw truth about life after war. From pushing into Baghdad and Fallujah with 3/4 Marines to facing personal demons after service, Jon shares an unfiltered look at combat, trauma, addiction, incarceration, and recovery. This isn't just a stor...

Get ready for an electrifying episode of The MisFitNation with host Rich LaMonica as we welcome US Army and Law Enforcement Veteran Christopher Roper, aka Valhalla Viking! A man of many titles—Army vet, former Illinois Gubernatorial Candidate, and co-creator and co-owner of the highly anticipated TV series Echoes of Asgard—Christopher has taken his passion for leadership, service, and Norse mythol...

On the next episode of The MisFitNation, we sit down with Luis A. Martinez Jr., a United States Marine Corps veteran, geospatial intelligence expert, and founder of the Whiskey Valor Foundation. Luis brings a powerful mix of service, scholarship, and purpose to everything he does. After five years as a 0261 Geospatial Intelligence Analyst in the USMC, Luis transitioned out in 2018 and continued hi...

🎙️ On the next episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army Veteran Joseph “Fonty” Fontenot, a combat-tested leader, musician, and veteran advocate with an inspiring story of resilience and reinvention. Fonty served 20 years in the US Army, retiring as a First Sergeant after deployments to Abu Ghraib, Iraq, and the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan. Before enlisting, he was a...