Resilient Talks Podcast w/ Nat Martin

Have you ever thought,  “My story doesn’t matter”  or  “Nobody wants to hear what I’ve been through” ? You’re not alone — but you’re wrong. In this episode of  Resilient Talks w/ Nat Martin , I break down why every person has a story worth sharing. Whether you’ve faced adversity, loss, trauma, success, or transformation — your story carries lessons, inspiration, and hope that someone else desperat...

What does resilience look like through the eyes of a teenager? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my son, Nasir, to explore the powerful lessons he’s learned about bouncing back, pushing through, and staying motivated — even when life gets tough. From balancing academics and sports to dealing with everyday challenges, Nasir shares how he uses tools like music, goal-setting, and breaki...

In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on the power of  giving people their flowers while they’re still alive  — honoring, celebrating, and thanking the ones who have shaped our lives. For over 20 years in the military and beyond, I’ve celebrated others — from baby showers to retirements — but rarely felt celebrated myself. In this conversation, I share what it’s like to give endlessly, t...

Leadership isn’t about a title, a corner office, or a rank on your sleeve — it’s about who you are and how you show up every day. In this solo episode of  Resilient Talks , I’m pulling from my 20 years of military leadership and mentorship under Dr. John C. Maxwell to break down  what it really means to develop the leader within you. 👉 Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode: Why leadership s...

In this short solo episode of  Resilient Talks , I get real about the difference between being a  thinker  and a  doer  — and why so many of us delay our own success by waiting for the “perfect” time to start. I open up about my own journey with this podcast and how I almost delayed launching it because I told myself I didn’t have the right equipment, the right setup, or the right timing. Truth is...

In this episode of  Resilient Talks , I sit down with  Darrell Anderson , the creator and host of the  Man2Man360 Podcast . Darrell has built a platform specifically for men — encouraging them to navigate life, faith, and manhood with confidence, purpose, and resilience. We dive into: Why Darrell launched  Man2Man360  after decades in men’s ministry His “avatar” listener, Keyshon — a 28-year-old m...

From Ethical Hacker to Helping Students Succeed | Resilient Talks w/ Nat Martin ft. Carl Gray III What does it take to grow up in tough circumstances, pivot through setbacks, and transform skills into success? In this episode, I sit down with  Carl Gray III  — a business solutions architect, ethical hacker, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of consulting experience. By the age of 10, Carl’s past...

Are you ready to rewrite your story and break the silence around mental health? In this breakthrough episode, host Nat Martin—a decorated combat veteran, mindset coach, and global resilience leader—takes you on a raw journey through the realities and myths of mental health in the military and beyond. Why Listen? Exclusive insights from Nat’s years as a leader under pressure—discover how she shatte...

🎙️ Episode 1 – From Brick City to Breakthroughs: My Resilience Journey Hey fam! Welcome to the very first episode of  Resilient Talks . I’m Nat Martin—retired Air Force vet turned transformational coach—and I’m pulling back the curtain on my 20-year journey through military life, leadership, loss, and leveling up. This one’s personal. I’m talking about what it took to make it through those seasons...