The Goode Show

Fast cars. Incredible people. One powerful mission — saving veterans' lives. In this special episode of The Goode Show, we're taking you behind the scenes at Apex of Valor, hosted by Grey Team at the exclusive Concours Club in Miami. Grey Team is a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and helping service members and veterans recover from the physical and invisible wounds of mi...

What advice would a Marine General give the next generation of Marines? Sometimes the best conversations happen when you least expect them! During an impromptu visit to General Brodie's home, we were invited into his personal War Room for a special episode of The Goode Show . Surrounded by Marine Corps flags and decades of history, General Brodie shares the stories behind the flags, his passion fo...

What if the road to healing didn't start in a doctor's office, but with a horse? This week on The Goode Show, Surinder Goode sits down with Tammy Oluvic, CEO of Saddles in Service, in Alpine, California, to discuss how horses are helping veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders navigate PTSD, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and the invisible wounds of service. We talk ab...

What happens when a love of coffee turns into a business — and that business starts becoming something much bigger? Eric Johnson, retired Navy veteran, current Reservist, and founder of Trident Coffee, joins me to talk about how the company started, what the original business plan looked like, and how that vision evolved over time. There’s also a full-circle twist: Eric was once one of my customer...

Building a platform looks easy from the outside. It isn’t. Martin Foster joins me to talk about what it really takes to grow a podcast, build an audience, stay consistent, and keep going when nobody is watching. We get into the mistakes we’ve both made, the money we’ve wasted, the lessons we’ve learned, and why you don’t need the fanciest equipment or software to get started. Start simple. Learn a...

Taylor Cavanaugh’s life is a story of extraordinary achievement, devastating self-destruction and hard-earned redemption. After an early encounter with the criminal justice system, Taylor transformed his life and accomplished what few ever will—earning the Navy SEAL Trident. But becoming a SEAL did not heal the struggles beneath the surface. Addiction, destructive choices and self-sabotage eventua...

What happens when the person everyone sees as strong is privately falling apart? Prime Hall is a former Marine Raider, entrepreneur, human-performance coach and co-founder of Deep End Fitness. He has trained service members, professional athletes, Olympians and high-performing leaders—but behind the discipline and success was a deeply personal struggle with trauma, addiction and identity. In this...

What happens when the mission ends—but the body still believes it is in danger? Carol Bender is a board-certified nurse practitioner and the founder and CEO of Joy Wellness Partners. She specializes in regenerative and integrative medicine, hormone health and personalized care designed to identify underlying concerns—not simply manage symptoms. Carol is also the spouse of an active-duty Navy SEAL,...

Military transition does not happen to only the service member—it changes life for the entire family. Angie DeJarnette is the founder and executive director of The STEPS Foundation and the spouse of a retired Navy SEAL who served 26 years on active duty. During her husband’s career, their family navigated six deployments, ten relocations and two overseas tours. But when the military mission ended,...

Amy Forsythe has dedicated her career to documenting service, sacrifice and the stories that must never be forgotten. Amy began her military career as an enlisted Marine combat correspondent and later served as a Public Affairs Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. An award-winning military journalist, military advocate and speaker, she has spent years capturing the experiences of those who serve—and...

Retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel, two-time cancer survivor, bestselling author and CEO of the Mission to Live Foundation, Jay Kopelman knows what it means to fight for his life—but surviving cancer and military service did not mean he had healed from everything he carried. In this powerful episode of The Goode Show: Beyond the Uniform, Jay shares his personal battle with trauma, why traditional a...

After being medically released from military service, Justin Perry went through the VA process and began receiving his benefits. Then his wife received a letter no military family expects to read: according to the VA, Justin was dead. There was only one problem — Justin is very much alive. Now, some of his benefits have stopped, his family has been fighting to correct the record, and the situation...

What happens when corporate volunteers are connected to the communities that need them most? Teresa Miller, founder of 365 Connect, shares how she identified a gap between companies eager to give back and community organizations needing meaningful support—and created a way to turn good intentions into lasting impact. We also discuss her newest initiative focused on empowering young people through...

Social media can make entrepreneurship look glamorous — the success, the titles, the big announcements and the highlight reel. But what happens behind the scenes ? On this episode of The Goode Show , I sit down with entrepreneur, CEO and author Jamie Moraga for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a business, lead people and keep going when things don’t go according to plan. W...

This week on The Goode Show, Surinder sits down with Tony Teravainen of Support The Enlisted Project (STEP) for a candid conversation about money, military life, leadership, and the realities many military families face behind closed doors. We ask the question many of us on the enlisted side have probably wondered: Is it actually true that enlisted families are hit harder financially—and if so, wh...

What if one conversation could change someone's life? Tracy Steele believes community isn't just something we join—it's something we intentionally build. In this episode of The Goode Show , Tracy shares why she founded Community Cultivator, the challenges of starting a purpose-driven business, and how authentic connections can transform lives, careers, and military communities. If you've ever want...

🧁 She signed up to become a Marine… but life had a sweeter plan. Fatten Saad was ready to earn the title of United States Marine after signing on the dotted line. But when broken hips ended that dream, she refused to let it define her. Instead, she built something extraordinary. Today, Fatten is the founder of Frosted & Filled , a booming cake and dessert business that's delighting customers...

What do you learn after 13 PCS moves? In this episode of The Goode Show , Assistant Producer and seasoned military spouse Kim Brinkman shares the invaluable lessons she's learned after moving 13 times during her family's military journey. From relocating with six children, cats, dogs, and even her mother , Kim has experienced just about every challenge a PCS can throw at a family. Now she&...

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, I'm sharing my personal journey to becoming a proud U.S. citizen. From the reasons I chose to move here to the challenges, opportunities, and experiences that shaped my life, this episode is a reflection on what America means to me. I talk about why I'm grateful to call this country home, the freedoms and opportunities it has provided, and why e...

What makes a great board? More importantly, what makes a bad one? In Episode 95 of The Goode Show, I sit down with Ashley Camac, CEO of Zero8Hundred, to discuss one of the most important—and often misunderstood—parts of any nonprofit or organization: the board. We dive into: ✔️ How to build an effective board from the ground up ✔️ The roles and responsibilities of board members ✔️ Common mistakes...

Episode 94 is a little different. This week, we're taking a look back at the first six months of 2026 and reflecting on some of the incredible guests, conversations, events, and opportunities that have shaped The Goode Show so far this year. From military spouses and veterans to active-duty service members, entrepreneurs, health professionals, entertainers, and community leaders, we've had...

We've all met her. The woman who says, "I love that for you!" but never actually supports you. The spouse who wears her husband's rank like she earned it. The self-proclaimed deployment expert who's never lived through one. The woman who talks a great game about empowering other women—until it's someone else's turn to shine. In this candid solo episode, Surinder tackl...

🎙️ Episode 91: Live from the Military Veteran Entertainment Awards Lights, camera, action! In this special episode of The Goode Show, I take you to Los Angeles and the Military Veteran Entertainment Awards for an unforgettable evening celebrating veterans, service members, and patriots who are making their mark in the entertainment industry. From the red carpet to behind-the-scenes conversations,...

Episode #91 of The Goode Show features a conversation with Susan Roberts Egley, founder of Veterans East County Alliance (VECA), along with Priscilla, two women who have been quietly creating meaningful connections within the veteran and military community in East County San Diego. We talk about how VECA was built, why community matters so much, and what happens when women collaborate instead of c...

This week on The Goode Show , we sit down with Aaron Pelander, Chief Branding Officer of GOVX, to talk about the evolution of one of the biggest platforms supporting military, veterans, first responders, teachers, and government employees. If you think GOVX is just about discounts — think again. Aaron shares how the company has grown, the incredible brands now partnering with the platform, and why...