The Monica Sanford Show

This week Monica Sanford and retired Marine LtCol David Sanford welcome Melissa Johnson, the Founder & CEO of Fearless Community. She is the outspoken, tough as nails, advocate for the homeless community and humanity. She is a State of FL Certified Community Health Worker that gives life lessons in understanding civic duty. She shares how overcoming her own journey of challenges and unbelievab...

Sandra is the CEO of Donaldson Edge Advocacy, former Chief Advocacy, government affairs officer for Community Health Northwest., Appointed to Lead American Cancer Society NW FL—where she leads advocacy efforts in FL first Congressional District.   Her background is in Healthcare Administration and Human Resources; she is the CEO, Founder and Director of Donaldson Edge Consulting and Donaldson Edge...

Dr. Monica Sanford, DNP & Retired Marine Lt Col David Sanford sat down with Todd Smith. A life-long journalist, that got his start with the Washington Times and as the President George HW Bush Campaign speech writer, also the CEO ofWordsmith Branding Agency based in Nashville and Author of a debut novel Josie .Hear about the incredible true story of a black newborn saved in the middle of the n...

We sat down with Daniel Fielding ! Daniel is a combat veteran and former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret who now serves in executive protection and personal security. He has protected high-profile entertainers, including Kid Rock , and has built an impressive career helping others develop mental toughness, leadership, and resilience. He is also a motivational speaker, author of The Asset Mind...

Today on the show, we welcomed Josh Davis , a singer-songwriter, Marine Corps and Army combat veteran, infantry officer. Josh shared his experience about appearing at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville for an award and discussed the recognition he has received for his music, including nominations for Best Vocals, Songwriting, and Social Impact. He was honored with the Josie Music Award for Outlaw Cou...

Doug Crandall is an Army Major, West Point graduate, author and co-author of multiple books, a sought-after keynote speaker, and a leadership instructor who has developed leadership courses for organizations including Stanford Graduate School of Business and Harvard Business School. Doug brings decades of military leadership experience to his work, along with extensive experience in the C-suite of...

This episode is a truly inspiring story of resilience, perseverance, transformation, and the power of making pivotal choices. Dr. Monica Sanford, DNP and retired Marine Lt Col David Sanford are joined by Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard veteran  Jan Ackley . Jan’s story begins in the hills of Appalachia, where he was raised by a single mother and grew up knowing what it meant to live with ver...

Navy Veteran and Combat Systems Port Engineer for the USS Carl Vinson , Mr. Travis Ramsey joins us to talk about his debut romantic thriller, What Was Meant to Fall . Set against a backdrop of romance, danger, survival, and unexpected twists, the story takes readers from a plane crash to a deserted island, where trust becomes just as important as survival. Ramsey draws inspiration from his own exp...

Dr. Moley is a double board-certified Psychiatristspecializing in adult sports psychiatry. His concierge-style private practice focuses on high-performance individuals, including C-suite executives, elite athletes, Veterans and other professionals operating under extraordinary pressure. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and The OhioState University, Dr. Moley is certified by the American...

Maddie Humbert is the founder and creative mind behind thewidely popular BNA Bites , a platform dedicated to showcasing Nashville's finest culinary gems and dining destinations. Through her passion for the localfood scene, she has become one of Nashville's most trusted and recognizablefood influencers for discovering where to eat in Music City. Herimpact has earned her a nomination for  Mo...

I am joined today by Jason Boatwright, Air Force veteran and founder of The Boatwright Foundation. He tells us all about the Foundation we hear what inspired him to start the Foundation and their mission to support veterans and their families. He answers some True/False type questions on what you need to know and do to file your claims! I've known Jason for quite a few years now, and he's been on...

We sat down with Chris Turner is a Marine Corps veteran and Nashville recording artist whose career blends country music with a mission of service, resilience, and advocacy for veterans. His story is defined by determination, grassroots hustle, and a commitment to using his platform to support those who’ve worn the uniform. Chris Turner is a United States Marine Corps veteran, an iTunes charting c...

She was a total Blast! We sit down with the trailblazer The First Lady of EOD- Explosive Ordnance Disposal. She was the first female to graduate EOD school and become a bomb technician and breaking barriers under pressure. Combat Veteran, Bronze Star, first ever female to achieve the highest enlisted rank of Chief Master Sergeant. She tells us how her nails and bobby pins are some unusual, surpris...

PART 2: Dr. Mark Glazer is an interventional cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine, and Dr Executive Medical Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center inNashville, Tennessee. Over a medical career spanning more than 50 years, he has served as a principal investigator on numerous cardiac trials and studies, presented at national conferences, and authored multiple publications. He is...

Dr. Mark Glazer is an Interventional cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine, and Dr Executive Medical Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Over a medical career spanning more than 50 years, he hasserved as a principal investigator on numerous cardiac trials and studies, presented at national conferences, and authored multiple publications. He is also the...

We sit down with Joshua Parish: Veteran, Attorney, CEO of Vet Life Today. Along with his wife and 2 of NFL greatest players they are making a huge impact with their funding for advocacy, resources, developing an app and creating the Operation Safeguard program. The Board of Directors consists of 2 of the greatest players in Detroit Lions NFL history and they are working together to help millions o...

After 30 years of telling everyone else’s stories, today we finally get to hear hers . In her first-ever podcast interview, we are joined by Laura Hussey — the award‑winning broadcast journalist and beloved morning news anchor at WEAR 3 , known across northwest Florida for her honesty, compassion, and unwavering commitment to telling people’s stories. With over 30 years of experience, Laura has li...

Dr. Linda Silbert has dedicated more than 40 years to working with students of every age and ability. We discussed what can make school feel overwhelming for so many children. She and her husband co‑authored the award‑winning, million‑copy bestseller Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades:What Parents Need to Know and Do . A former teacher and principal, Dr. Silbert is a lifelong educator who has developed...

I’m joined by Jayla Thomas—Nashville Housing Trust FundCommissioner, businesswoman, community leader, and candidate for State House District 55. With a strong background in systems, operations, andefficiency, Jayla has led work in mergers and acquisitions within the renewable energy sector. She’s also deeply committed to supporting entrepreneurs—helpingthem launch, restructure, and pivot for long-...

In this episode, I am joined by Arlie Haddix, CEO of Operation Stand Down Tennessee. Arlie is an Air Force veteran, retired Lt. Col., and graduate of both the U.S. Air Force Academy and Vanderbilt University School of Business Management. Under his leadership, OSDTN delivers coordinated services that reflect the full complexity of veterans’ needs — from urgent mental‑health support and emergency f...

PART TWO: From Battlefield to Boardroom lessons in Leadership: We sit down with retired Marine Major Lee Stuckey — a three-time combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, professional MMA fighter and the Founder & CEO of AHERO USA, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and rebuilding lives through connection, purpose, and community. The powerful episode has 3 Marines talking! Also,...

PART ONE: From Battlefield to Boardroom lessons in Leadership: We sit down with retired Marine Major Lee Stuckey — a three-time combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, professional MMA fighter and the Founder & CEO of AHERO USA, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and rebuildinglives through connection, purpose, and community. The powerful episode has 3 Marines talking! Also, a...

This week, we’re joined by Jodie Howard , a Navy spouse of over 30 years, entrepreneur, author, and gifted chakra & energy healer. Jodie opens up about the challenges of marrying young in the military world — the deployments, separations, uncertainty, personal growth, and how they stay deeply committed and connected through it all. We dive into: 💙 What it really takes to keep a marriage stron...

PART TWO: Please go back and listen to part one from last week! Monica Sanford and retired Marine Lt. Col. David Sanford sit down with someone whose story hits the heart of service, music, and the veteran community—retired Marine Colonel Mike Corrado. Fun memories and we hear impactful, powerful stories and how it has led to music and songwriting retreats & therapy for veterans. Corrado has ta...

This week on the show, Monica Sanford and retired Marine Lt. Col. David Sanford sit down with someone whose story hits the heart of service, music, and the veteran community—retired Marine Colonel Mike Corrado. Hear about his impactful, powerful story and how it has led to music and songwriting retreats & therapy for veterans. Corrado has taken the stage with everyone from Toby Keith—yes, the...