Richard LaMonica
The MisFitNation
The MisFitNation Show: Empowering Stories of Resilience and Growth Welcome to The MisFitNation Show , hosted by Rich LaMonica , a proud US Army Veteran. Alongside a fellow Veteran and a prominent business leader, our mission is clear: to inspire and empower you to become a better human being. We spotlight the remarkable stories of Veterans and First Responders , showcasing their journeys of resilience, strength, and triumph over adversity. Each episode features captivating interviews with guests from diverse backgrounds, including authors , entrepreneurs , coaches , motivational speakers , and...
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Richard LaMonica
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Oct 23, 2026
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Episodes
Veterans Week: Service, Family & Purpose w/ US Army Veteran Tammy Flake 12.11.2025 1:00:38
In this powerful Veterans Week episode, The MisFitNation welcomes US Army Veteran Tammy Flake — a leader, advocate, businesswoman, and champion for veteran wellness and community connection. Tammy served from 2004-2008 as a Unit Supply Specialist and Arms Room Specialist with the 3-101 Aviation Regiment at Fort Campbell, supporting the Apache helicopter mission. She earned her Air Assault qualific...
Veterans Week: Healing Out Loud with Combat Medic & Advocate Marie Slider Henriksen 11.11.2025 1:10:36
This Veterans Week, The MisFitNation welcomes US Army Veteran, poet, speaker, and healing advocate Marie Slider Henricksen. Marie served nearly 6 years as a combat medic before a medical discharge—and her journey since has been one of courage, pain, resilience, and radical healing. From growing up in foster care, surviving abuse, rape, military trauma, alcoholism, addiction, and chronic pain—to no...
Rediscovering Purpose: Dan & Stephanie Snyder on Transition, Service & The Honor Foundation 10.11.2025 1:08:59
Join us for this special Veterans Week episode as we welcome Daniel and Stephanie Snyder — a powerhouse couple devoted to service, resilience, leadership, and empowering the U.S. Special Operations community. Dan Snyder served 31 years in the U.S. Navy, including as a SWCC operator and Command Master Chief of Special Boat Team TWENTY. His deployments span Iraq, Afghanistan, Bosnia, the Philippines...
Veteran Ken Webb on War, Airlines, and Writing Thrillers from Peru 06.11.2025 1:01:56
Join Host Rich LaMonica as he welcomes retired U.S. Army officer Kenneth Webb. With 33 years of military service and over two decades at American Airlines, Ken's life is a masterclass in grit, transition, and reinvention. Now living in Peru and working on his debut psychological thriller Trapped in Deception, Ken shares how his military past and global experiences shape his writing. Tune in for a...
Unlocking Psychedelic Healing | Dr. Will Van Derveer on Mental Health 05.11.2025 58:49
The ToosDay Crüe welcomes Dr. Will Van Derveer, Psychiatrist, Speaker, Psychedelics Researcher, and Co-Founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. Dr. Van Derveer is a pioneer in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and integrative psychiatry, helping people overcome treatment-resistant depression and PTSD through innovative, evidence-based care. He’s also Medical Director of the Integrative Ps...
The Credit Card Scam Banks Don’t Want You to Know About w/ Tommy K 04.11.2025 57:53
In this jaw-dropping episode of The ToosDay Crue, Jake and Stephen sit down with Tommy Kilpatrick, author, and banking myth-buster. Tommy shares his explosive theory about bank-issued alleged credit card debt—and why he claims it's not legally enforceable. Discover how he went toe-to-toe with banks in federal court, exposed alleged financial fraud, and now helps others challenge $1.3 trillion in s...
Andy Dietrich: Play Stupid Games, Win Hilarious Life Lessons 30.10.2025 56:02
In this unforgettable episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Andy Dietrich—an immigrant, U.S. veteran, and the hilariously raw author of Play Stupid Games Win Stupid Prizes. Andy shares brutally honest stories of resilience, friendship, failure, and redemption with wit, wisdom, and more than a few cringe-worthy laughs. Through dark humor, humble insight, and real-life misadventur...
From Submarines to Sea Conservation: The Legacy of US Navy Vet Jim Paulk 29.10.2025 1:05:59
This week on The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake welcome U.S. Navy Veteran Jim Paulk, a man whose life spans service beneath the waves, corporate leadership, and a lifelong mission to protect the ocean. Born and raised in Brunswick, Georgia, Jim graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 1957, serving as a submarine officer for 10 years (active and reserve). After a 26-year career at Proc...
Weston Brandon: Rebuilding Life with Faith, Music, and the D.R.I.V.E. to Win 29.10.2025 1:02:00
In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Weston Brandon — a speaker, author, and songwriter who teaches people how to guarantee success through his D.R.I.V.E. framework. After losing his wife just two weeks after their son was born, Weston faced unimaginable grief. But through faith, resilience, and reinvention, he rebuilt his life and discovered a mission to help...
Curt Linville on Love, Adventure & Building a Better Life 28.10.2025 1:04:12
On this episode of The ToosDay Crue, Stephen and Jake sit down with Curt Linville—author of 99 Words: Building a Better Life, philosopher, entrepreneur, adventurer, and lifelong encourager. Curt shares how love—tough, powerful, and transformative—can be the foundation for a meaningful life. With a rich background as a podcaster (co-founder of the Adventure Sports Podcast), teacher, husband, and fa...
Digital Precision with Navy Veteran Chris Seminatore 24.10.2025 58:02
In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Navy Veteran and Entrepreneur Chris Seminatore, founder of GetGeofencing.com — a digital marketing powerhouse using location-based advertising to help businesses dominate their markets. With over seven years of experience across real estate, restaurants, healthcare, and political campaigns, Chris brings the tactical precision of h...
From Sirens to Startups: Nathan Bollman on Career Change & Resilience 23.10.2025 54:50
This week on The MisFitNation, Rich LaMonica sits down with Nathan Bollman, a man who knows what it means to answer the call—literally. With 13 years in law enforcement, 6 years as an EMT, and 2 years as a 911 dispatcher, Nathan’s career has been defined by service, crisis management, and leadership under pressure. But when it was time for a change, Nathan embraced the unknown, stepping into the w...
From Warhorse to the Workshop: US Army Veteran David Parks’ Journey 22.10.2025 1:03:05
This week on The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake sit down with US Army Veteran David Parks, a man whose journey from chaos in Iraq to peace in the countryside is a story of grit, resilience, and self-discovery. David served with Bravo Company 296 in Iraq (2009) as a mechanic stationed at FOB Warhorse, facing the grind of deployment, injury, and leadership challenges firsthand. After the Army,...
🎙️ Veteran to Visionary: Remso Martinez on Hustle, Freedom & Smart Marketing 21.10.2025 58:17
On this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, award-winning host Rich LaMonica and Special Guest Host Chris welcome Remso Martinez, a U.S. Army veteran, serial entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of Marketer on the Run. Based out of Las Vegas, Remso is a marketing trailblazer helping creators, authors, and business leaders turn influence into income. From the battlefield to boardrooms, Remso share...
Peter Gunn: Air Force Veteran, Poet, and Musician with a Higher Purpose 20.10.2025 57:13
In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Air Force Veteran Peter Gunn — a bodybuilder, poet, guitarist, and visionary creative on a mission to awaken minds and restore artistry to storytelling. Peter’s story spans 20 years of honorable military service, a lifelong passion for poetry, and a deep spiritual journey inspired by a near-death experience at age seven. He’s th...
Darren McAuley: From Air Force Service to Congressional Leadership 17.10.2025 1:01:17
In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Colonel Darren McAuley, a U.S. Air Force veteran, physician, and candidate for Congress in Florida’s 15th District. With over 25 years of service, six deployments, and a lifelong commitment to healing and leadership, Darren’s career bridges the worlds of military medicine, education, and public service. From treating wounded service...
Shamika White on Housing, Healing & Hope for Veterans Through Service 16.10.2025 1:00:56
In this episode of The ToosDay Crue, hosts Jake and Stephen sit down with Shamika White, Executive Director of the Rod Lemon Foundation, to discuss bold solutions for veterans in crisis. From transitional housing to healthcare access, Shamika is leading the charge to empower veterans through community-driven impact. With a background in workforce development, talent acquisition, and community enga...
Barry Todd: Ranger, Leader, and Author of “Stand Your Ground” 15.10.2025 1:04:24
In this episode of The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake sit down with U.S. Army Veteran Barry Todd, author of Stand Your Ground, to explore a life defined by service, leadership, and resilience. Barry’s story begins as a military brat from Tennessee, raised with discipline and duty. His 21-year Army career included elite assignments with the Rangers, 82nd Airborne, 101st Airborne, 10th Mountai...
From Battlefield to Breakthrough: Ryan Reichert on Faith & Redemption 14.10.2025 59:18
In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran, author, and motivational speaker Ryan Reichert. With over 23 years of service and four combat deployments, Ryan’s life is a testament to faith, resilience, and the power of transformation. After retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel, Ryan transitioned to corporate leadership within the Fortune 500 space. But hi...
Standing Strong: Georgia Livingston on Resilience, Family, and Advocacy for Change 13.10.2025 58:04
In this heartfelt episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Georgia Livingston and her daughter Sam for a powerful discussion about resilience, family, and the strength to keep going through life’s toughest challenges. Georgia and Sam open up about their journey as a mother and sister of Rick Livingston standing strong through adversity, sharing what it means to find fait...
Green Beret Legacy: SGM Mark Baylis on Valor, Combat & Service 09.10.2025 59:59
In this riveting episode of The ToosDay Crue, Stephen and Jake sit down with retired U.S. Army Green Beret Sergeant Major Mark Baylis. With service from Central and South America to Afghanistan and Iraq, Baylis shares elite military experience, leadership lessons, and his post-service mission: supporting struggling veterans through the VALOR Clinic Foundation. Tune in for deep insights into resili...
Darlene Marshall on Movement, Mindset & Holistic Healing 07.10.2025 1:03:53
This week on The ToosDay Crue, we dive deep with Darlene Marshall—a holistic wellness expert and master of transformation who helps people create meaningful lifestyle change through movement, mindfulness, and mindset work. Diagnosed with a chronic illness at 23, Darlene defied the odds and became a wellness pioneer. With thousands of hours in real-world coaching and a Master’s in Applied Positive...
USMC Veteran Rich Brown: Honor Bound FIT & Building Life Resilience 06.10.2025 56:29
In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Rich Brown, a Combat-Service-Disabled U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, executive protection specialist, and co-founder of Honor Bound FIT. 👉 www. HonorBoundFIT.com After eight years leading Marines in combat and training warriors worldwide, Rich carried his mission forward into civilian life: preparing people for the battlefield of life....
Paul Hylenski: Using AI to Empower Veterans and Revolutionize Leadership 02.10.2025 1:01:19
In this groundbreaking episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with USMC Veteran Paul Hylenski—Founder & CEO of Vet Mentor AI, a mission-driven platform that’s using artificial intelligence to help veterans claim the benefits they’ve earned. From the battlefield to boardrooms and TEDx stages, Paul’s journey blends military leadership, innovation, and a deep passion for serving ot...
USMC Veteran Naoki Hisey: Healing Through Nature & Military Resilience 02.10.2025 1:08:24
The ToosDay Crue welcomes US Marine Corps Veteran Naoki Hisey, a retired Marine, Navy Corpsman, and Indigenous medicine holder with a deep passion for naturopathic healing. Naoki combines her medical background with her heritage to help people discover natural remedies that truly work. Her mission is simple: healing without harming. From the discipline of the military to the wisdom of Indigenous p...
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