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Send us Fan Mail In this After Action we glance back at the previous interview we had with Griff, Former Ranger and Co-Founder of Combat Flip Flop.  Griff's story is a powerful one.  What stood out to me most was the profound impact that gratitude and daily journalling had on his life so I decided to deep dive into it in this episode. Contact Thad - VictoriousVeteranProject@Gmail.com Thanks f...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when an Army Ranger's path takes a sharp detour towards entrepreneurship? Our guest Griff gives us an inside look into this unexpected journey. Griff, co-founder of Combat Flip Flops, started his military career in a bid to attend the Coast Guard Academy, but life had other plans. He ended up at West Point, aiming for the skies as a pilot until an injury grounded...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine what would happen if you harnessed the discipline of a former EOD Technician and applied it to your personal and financial life. That's exactly what we explore in this fascinating conversation with Jay Ly.  Jay, a seasoned personal finance, leadership, and communications coach, emphasizes the significance of regular and precise coaching to master skills and gain profi...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to be emboldened? Join us as we invite Erin Switzer aka Jammer Actual, Recon Marine, and Call of Duty character, to our show. Embark on an exhilarating journey as Erin, a man who tackled college football before pivoting to a rewarding military career, unrolls the map to his life. The call to action is clear: time waits for none, and neither should you. If your dreams are wai...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine taking a leap of faith, shifting careers from aviation to Psychological Operations (PSYOP) in the military, and then venturing into fitness entrepreneurship! That is precisely what our guest, military officer Meg Tucker did. In this riveting episode, Meg shares her journey, the lessons she learned, and how she leveraged her experiences to lead the Valkyrie Project, which i...

Send us Fan Mail Ever faced a daunting goal and wondered how to conquer it?  I just completed a goal I made to myself 10 years ago.  Amid the struggle and sacrifice, an unexpected joy and appreciation for life unfolded through each step taken towards the finish line. This personal journey of mine was not just about crossing the finish line, but the lessons unearthed along the way. The journey does...

Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine the strength it takes to transition from a military career to civilian life? This week we're privileged to share a deeply personal conversation with Lara Beltz, a Navy veteran who courageously shares her journey through transformative military experiences, shedding light on the internal struggles many veterans face post-service. Lara's incredible journey...

Send us Fan Mail This weeks after action takes us on a dive into a key take away from the last interview that we had with Matt Stack, Author of Killing Chaos.  Matt's perspective takes veterans on an incredible journey into the why behind are seemingly always chaotic lives.   Once you identify what it is then you can start to shift how we let it into our lives and this, Kill the Chaos. Check...

Send us Fan Mail Just imagine, trading a life of partying and video games for the disciplined world of the Marines. That's precisely the journey Matt Stack, author of "Killing Chaos: How Veterans Can Win the War They Didn't Even Know They Were Fighting," embarked on. From being a party-loving high school student to an esteemed Marine Corps veteran, Matt opens up about his exper...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder what separates the successful from the rest? The answer lies in the power of discipline, intention, and action. This engaging conversation will help you embrace these key elements as we discuss overcoming fear to take consistent action and the significance of doing what needs to be done, even if it's uncharted territory for you. But how do you ensure that y...

Send us Fan Mail In this After Action we take a dive into some key take aways that I had from the previous interview we had with Katheryn Basso.  In the previous interview she shared a hidden yet crucial issue is gripping our military - ill-fitting gear for women. Imagine being in the line of duty and being hindered by your own equipment. That's the reality many women in the military face. Ou...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder what it’s like to be the only woman in a room full of military personnel? Our guest, Katheryn Basso, a former Marine officer, shares her inspiring journey from studying sports medicine at the University of Virginia to navigating a male-dominated military landscape. Basso's remarkable military career was fueled by her passion and the events of 9/11, and she...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you're stuck in a rut, unable to break free and reach your goals? This episode uncovers the hidden mental barriers that might be holding you back. We discuss how our belief system can dictate our actions and achievements, and why the notion that something is impossible might just be in our head. Discover the art of breaking down these beliefs and how the knowle...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we break down one key concept from the full interview we had earlier in the week.  Teimojin Tan's full interview is the previous episode, episode 72. This week, we sat down with the one-and-only Teimojin Tan, a seasoned surgeon, Canadian Veteran, and reality TV star, whose stories of survival and resilience are nothing short of remarkable. He walks us through...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it takes to survive in sub-zero temperatures? Join us as we journey into the icy realms of cold weather warfare with our guest, Teimojin Tan, a physician, and former infantryman of the Canadian Armed Forces. A seasoned survivalist, Teimojin sheds light on the extreme challenges he faced while trudging through arctic environments, and the crucial lessons...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt stuck in a high-tension scenario, with seconds to decide your next move? Join us in a riveting chat with previous guest, Jeremy Dodson, where we unpack the OODA Loop, a decision-making process that could quite possibly be your lifeline in such situations. Originally devised by Air Force Colonel John Boyd, this Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act strategy is a testament to h...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine loading semis for a meager $14 an hour, and then fast forward to founding a multi-million dollar company in the trades. That's the awe-inspiring journey of my great friend and mentor, Aaron Gaynor. Together, we traverse his incredible story and pull back the curtain on the true essence of responsibility and commitment in the daunting world of business. Aaron's st...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how the power of a shift in mindset from negative to positive can change your life? That's just what our guest for the previous episode, Jose Martinez, an army veteran and a triple amputee, demonstrates through his remarkable story. Jose didn't play the victim card; instead, he chose to steer his life's ship, turning unfavorable circumstances...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we introduce to you the remarkable Jose Martinez, a leader and survivor with an inspiring story of triumph over adversity. A triple amputee who defied the odds to walk again, Jose is a living testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. From a childhood marred by an abusive father in Compton to a military career that ended with life-changing injuries, Jose&apo...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a child experiences trauma and how does it impact their journey through life? This is the hard-hitting question that Dr. Robb Kelly and I unpack in today's conversation. We traverse a path laden with insights on how childhood trauma can set us on a journey towards addiction, often resulting in destructive cycles that echo through generations. Join us as we u...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to become a master of your time? We uncover the secrets of time management and habit formation from the previous interview with Mike, a guru in intentional time management. His proven strategies will empower you to be more productive in your personal and professional life. We delve into a four-step process that will revolutionise your approach to time management, sta...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to redefine your understanding of time and its value? Our guest for this episode, Mike Barnhart, CFO and co-owner of a $70 million shop, uncovers the secrets of achieving personal and professional goals by intentionally managing his time. Mike's journey from growing a $2 million shop into a $70 million one is nothing short of inspiring. His unique approach of se...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why you're not achieving the level you aspire to in your life? The culprit could be your belief system. We take a deep dive into this life-altering concept, exploring how your beliefs about the world around you, what you believe is possible and impossible shape your reality. We uncover the potent role of the Reticular Activating System (RAS), a part of the brain...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be fully committed? How prepared are you when life's bulls come charging at you? Today, we take you on a journey into the heart-pounding world of running with the bulls, guided by the wisdom of army veteran and master bull runner, Dennis Clancy.   Sharing his profound experience of running with these powerful beasts over a 100 times, In his intervi...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled journey with our guest Dennis Clancey, an Army veteran who has embraced life on the edge, running with bulls in Pamplona and traversing over 100 countries. We kick off the conversation exploring Dennis's military lineage that guided him into the army, and then plunge into the heart-pounding tales of his experiences participating in the notor...