The Monica Sanford Show

Part 2: Please go back and listen to part one if you missed it. This episode goes into some of the commercial airline stories.  Two Naval Aviators and an Intel Marine sit down for some fun stories and then it gets real, really quick. Paul Entrekin, retired Marine aviator, world famous Blue Angels Air Boss, Defense Intelligence Agency cohort operator, captured and detained in Syria, and retired fro...

Part one: 2024 Happy Veterans Day! Two Naval aviators and an Intel Marine sit down for some fun stories and then it gets real, really quick! Paul Entrekin retired Marine aviator, world famous Blue Angels Air Boss, Defense Intelligence Agency covert operator, captured and detained in Syria, retired from Delta Airlines after 30 years, owner of his own Russian MIG, author and we hear about it all! Da...

Marine Veteran Staff Sgt, 8 deployments, civilian contractor deployed with Special Ops Command (SOCOM), Navy Seals, Army Ranger, Coach Chris Torres! He joins us in studio to talk about his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based out of Fort Walton, FL. The Future Stars Sports Clinic develops kids from 6-13yrs old into future leaders.  He was featured on local news in a segment called Veterans Maki...

What is the difference in a Linguist, Interpreter and Translator? What is their training and their responsibilities when they embed with our military troops.  What are their incentives for working with the U.S.?  Frank DeMith, West Point Grad, Army LTC & Author discussing his new book "Of Vital Interest".  The 2023 International Impact Award for the Military Book of the Year. He is the developer o...

If you talk on your phone or pay your bills online you have this man to thank for it! He was instrumental in the cell phone revolution and online payment systems.  Hear how to differentiate yourself in business, what he learned from negotiating and why businesses fail or succeed.  Mr. Gene Valentino is a very successful lifetime entrepreneur, businessman and over the years has started and sold mul...

They are building strong communities and improving lives! I sit down with the leadership from The United Way from all across the Panhandle of Florida. They discuss where the money goes, how the donations are spent, and how the organization helps local communities and our Veterans.  Laura Gilliam, President and CEO of the United Way of West Florida. Immediate past chair of the Board of Governors of...

Dr. Donna Maxwell, Doctor Nursing Practice, Certified Nurse Midwife and Women's Health nurse Practitioner, Army Veteran serving as an Electronic Warfare Signal Analyst. She is the Director of the Womens Veterans Program at Pensacola Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System. Women Veterans are now the fastest growing population at the VA and they want someone that speaks their language and understands...

NPA and Independents are popping up all over. Everyone is tired of the extremes on both sides. Everyone just wants to rationally discuss the family concerns, kitchen table, wallet issues.   My guest on the show is offering a choice, embracing the best of both sides.  Kim Kline, Candidate for Florida House of Representatives District 2.  Running as a No Party Affilliation, is an Educator and Instru...

I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Rapasky, the Medical Director of the Gulf Coast VA Health Care System. We discussed the priority of getting all Veterans into the VA for their healthcare and all the changes to help with the growth.  New specialties coming to VA, new surgical procedures being offered, recruiting and retention efforts to expand access to care. They are actively hiring MD's, Nurse Pract...

The USO! Friends for the military all around the world, giving them a home away from home! Hear about the volunteers that are providing comfort, entertainment, food, fun and more for military members and their families. Hear about everything they do, upcoming events, and new programs they are offering. From baby showers, workforce development training, transition services, and so much more. We tal...

Hear how these two Autonomous Nurse Practitioners are expanding access to care in Northwest Florida, and their care model, at this Veteran owned practice, is booming! They have a convenient, innovative, affordable approach, at their very popular practice and it is catching on to fill a gap in care. Many are choosing this care model as a great option for their care. Larissa Coffey, Family NP, Owner...

Mr. Fred Barnett Sr. discussing all his ties to so many football leagues in Europe, Calgary, Arena, and then with the NFL NOLA Saints organization and now owner of the nonprofit Minor League Football team The Greater Pensacola Jets! Then we heard about his new venture, bringing the "SmOrange" Can- the well-known modular shipping container- of the popular SMALLS Sliders. The Atlanta based company a...

Slay your interviews and get the job you want! Helping nurses or Nurse Practitioners become leaders, entrepreneurs and advocating as the expert! Join me for a big dose of Dr. Farah! Dr Farah Laurent, DNP has over 20 years' experience as a clinical nurse in an ER of a level one trauma center, 6-time board certification from Trauma nursing to quality control. She is an educator, Director of nursing...

Not everyone gets to have the honor of growing up as Marine Corps kids! This is a July 4th special episode with my 2 kids interviewing each other about growing up with a Marine Corps dad. Discussing dad's deployments, their favorite places to live, favorite bases, going to school on base, living on base housing, having military friends and more. I know a lot of families will understand the restaur...

Dr. Justine Roper is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a specialty certification in pelvic floor therapy. She is the owner of In Her Physique Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy and Wellness in Pensacola FL. Men & Women need to listen to this show! She joins me in studio to discuss pelvic, urinary, rectal, prostate, sexual dysfunction, natural aging, pre-postpartum pelvic floor rehab, strengthening, ove...

Founded by retired Marine Major Lee Stuckey, AHERO Community is a non-profit organization that helps heal Veterans with Outdoor recreation activities and retreats.  Vice President, retired Marine LtCol Dave Glassman, joins us to talk about AHERO and about the upcoming Annual Pensacola Beach "Warrior Hook-Up" Weekend, hosting military Veterans and first responders.  I have known these Marines for y...

Pensacola native, former Escambia County Commissioner, former Mayor, Grover Robinson is a legendary figure in Pensacola, FL.  His vision added so much to the city, from festivals to food trucks. He brought arts and culture to downtown that complimented the surrounding military and beach lifestyle. He was instrumental in bringing multiple industries, thousands of jobs, and millions in funding to th...

A powerful podcast for Veterans and the ones who love them.  Retired Marine Captain Garret Biss, C-130 Pilot, award winning author, popular Ted Talk presenter and Founder of an addiction Recovery Resident Program. Like so many Veterans, he struggled with transitioning out of service, loss of identity or purpose, reliving trauma, led to emptiness, challenges with mental health, alcohol and addition...

Buck Mitchell, owner of Seville Quarter and The District.  Pensacola native, philanthropist, businessman, owner of award-winning bars and restaurants, and now taking a giant leap into politics.  He is doing a deep dive, head 1st, into needs assessments and pressing issues in the county. He is on a mission to take a seat as an Escambia County district 4 County Commissioner.  We kick it off with jum...

Sally Bergosh, Executive Director of the Health & Hope Clinic.  Carla Davis, Veteran Navy Corps Nurse and Project Manager of Outreach and Education. Together they are offering free healthcare to thousands in Florida panhandle and surrounding areas.  The Volunteers include office workers, MDs, NPs, PAs, medical assistances, nurse, case managers, pharmacists and more, that help provide free healthca...

My guests:  Scott Laedlein, Navy Captain, Commander, Flight Instructor and Chair of this year's Pensacola Leadership Class.  Dannon Byrd, owner of an award-winning Mobile Bar, business leader, entrepreneur, national speaker and past Project Chair of LEAP.  Hearing all about the LEAP program and how all different industries and services function to make a vibrant community.  Leadership Pensacola of...

Dr. Kali Dayton, DNP, AG-ACNP is a national speaker, highly sought after presenter at multiple critical care conferences and an intensive care unit team consultant.  She is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with many years in ICU as a nurse and now taking on the culture of oversedation as a Doctor of Nursing Practice.  We discuss MDs and APPs managing the units that must also be ready to frequently...

We take a deep dive into Hawaiian native Madrina's past, present and future. Hear what makes her top the list of  The Top 100 Most Powerful People in the Panhandle! She lives Aloha and fosters meaningful connections and enriching the community by raising millions for charities and winning multiple awards along the way.  I sit down with local TV host of Rolling with Madrina and we discuss everythin...

Army Vietnam Veteran, Mr. Felton Barnes, 2 Master's degrees, a mentor and educator in multiple schools.  Air Force Veteran, Mr. "Doc" Ed Mitchell - an Optician and Cabana Man- that gives back to children by helping them See the world around them! They tell us about their travels on active duty and their number 1 place to be stationed.  The tell us what carried over from military service to leaders...

96-year-old Veteran Richard "Dickie" Mead, and 8th generation Pensacola native, shares some fun, and salty, stories about the past, almost century long memories! From his first memory bartending at 5 years old, his first job, meeting his wife, joining the Army Air Corps and more.  What a date night in Pensacola, used to look like, his high school favorite class, train travel and more history! We h...