Stached Away Thoughts

New Season kickoff!! This week we sit down with Savanna Ainsworth. Savanna is a natural born leader and a true example both in the military and outside the service. She takes us through her journey from growing up in Mississippi up to her present time in the Marines. She also explains the importance of her influences growing up, like her Father, to discuss how she got into the position she is in now. Joins us on another inspiring and insight episode as we dive into the Stached Away Thoughts of Savanna Ainsworth.

Today's guest is a genuine lady and an absolute boss when it comes to life challenges and trials. Vanessa hails from Tennessee with a mighty cheerleader attitude that drove her in the right direction and gave her a purpose, to join the Marines. She talks with us about her awesome time even while serving on FET Teams on deployment. She walks us gracefully and emotionally through her time as a single parent. Now an online fitness coach with Inner Alpha, she strives to help women around. She is a true example for all females around. Join us and listen to the amazing stories and touching moments from Vanessa on this newest episode.

Blake is a true gentleman raised on the East Coast. While growing up he lived a very normal and casual life with both his parents and siblings. He started his journey as a stocker in a local grocery store and then suddenly realized he was meant for way more. He joined the Marines in 2001 and was driven with passion and patriotism after the attacks on 9/11. He started his career as an Infantryman but had the destiny to be greater. He suddenly found himself taking the leap into Recon. He shares his stories with us from his beginning to his current life after. Join us for a riveting and educational episode!

On this weeks episode we sit down with the founder and Executive Director of paws4people, Kyria Henry Whisenhunt. Kyria provides us with a vast amount of knowledge on her organization, which is geared to providing training and service animals to people on a national level. She describes how her organization has been growing and was originally passed to her from her father. She also explains the difference between service animals and emotional support animals. Join us as we learn about paws4people, service animals, and how you can help build the community around you.

On this episode we sit down with Kimberly Riggs! Kimberly is a NC native and single mom who strives to be the best for her beautiful daughter. Kimberly has a certain drive and motivation which has enabled her to smash all of her goals and obstacles. She has completed and achieved her degree in Psychology and is now in hot pursuit to obtain her Master's. Along with school, she has been progressing towards her first ever body building show this year. For most, these are amazing accomplishments but her biggest is overcoming and recovering from her diagnosed eating disorder. Join us, as we discuss her journey and he continued rise from a traumatic past.

On this episode we sit down with Retired Master Sergeant Brandon Schmidt. Brandon takes us through his early life of being raised as a single child in Ohio all way to his lustrous career in the Marines. He talks with us about various topics from fun loving jobs before the Marines, to his badass employment in MARSOC. Then he coasts with us and enlightens us on his new opportunities and occupation after his 20 plus year career. Please tune in and enjoy this absolute free fall of an episode with a far above average man.

On this weeks episode we sit down with a great example of a leader, mentor and just a genuine good guy. Kagan takes us through his journey from upstate Maine to North Carolina where his school life began and had an impact on his future. He also discusses with us his current path of building a military active and veteran community while utilizing social media. He has a plethora of goals and achievements lined up which directly correlate to providing help his military community. Lastly, we discuss his transition from the enlisted side of the house over to the shiny officer ranks in the Marine Corps. Join us, and learn what new path may lie ahead of you and what Kagan is planning next!

On this episode, we speak with Rian Pettus who is a Marine Veteran and upcoming online gamer and goes by the name of RainmanGames. He sits down with us and discusses about his struggles with PTSD, alcoholism, his fight with having a brain tumor and being diagnosed with ADHD. He helps us navigate through his issues and how he has overcame them to pursue his dreams. On his off time, he is dedicated to volunteering for his local Special Olympics Powerlifting Team as their Coach! Through Rian's high spirits and motivation, he has turned this almost non-existent program into a newly rejuvenated passion for his athletes. Join us on this wild ride as Rian opens up and shares his story. This episode definitely brings sunshine to some rainy days.

On this episode, we speak with Dr. Lauren Pace. She is a clinical psychologist, Air Force veteran and an absolute badass. Lauren takes us through how she fell in love with her occupation, her time in the Air Force, and how she has transformed her studies into being an asset and resource for military members. She also gives us tips and tricks on how to better care for ourselves and answers some questions from our audience. Jump into the mind of a psychologist and enjoy all the laughs and learning that she prescribes us! We promise you will ABSOLUTELY love this episode!

On this episode, we crush another solo episode. And yes of course you'll hear from the fan favorite JP! JP helps Mike as they dive into New Years, discussing goals and resolutions. They also shed light on those bringing babies to the new year but addressing some of the most unique college football names. They also provide overview on toxic masculinity and it's relationship to men's mental health. Lastly, well maybe even Mikes last episode as he determines who he would legally fight given the opportunity. Buckle up and buckle down for a rocking episode!

On this episode, we speak with Marine Corps Food Specialist, Andrew Smith Jr. Andrew takes us on a ride through his vast journey from his start in Nassau, Bahamas, all the way to his current career in the Marines. He also provides us with an uplifting story on his rise to body building, all while facing the tragic loss of his mother, father and beloved sister. Andrew cooks up the perfect recipe explaining to us how to overcome those struggles and even his own. Preheat the headphones, and come cook with us on this awesome episode!

On this episode, we sit down with US Marine, Nick Racioppi. Not only is he providing his services to the world on active duty, but he is also providing the world and public with laughter as he is an up and coming stand-up comedian. Nick shares his journey with us and discusses some of the truths and hardships behind his new ambition. See what's hiding behind his jokes and smiles, which ultimately is the driving force for him to achieve his goals. Love, laugh, listen.

On this episode, we help you celebrate the upcoming holidays with some tier ratings. These tiers will give you a suggested view on Thanksgiving foods, traditions, and pointers. We also discuss and provide a well constructed segment on some sports, life in the Marines, relationship to God and telling loved ones the hard truth. Enjoy this episode and join us on this stuffed episode!

On this episode, we speak with Capt. Drew Hairston (Ret.). Join us as he shares his experience of becoming an “AK”; above the knee amputee, overcoming adversity, finding solace in Paralympic sports, and becoming the first competitor from the U.S Virgin Islands to compete in the Paralympic Games. Come along with us as we ride this emotional rollercoaster via his story.

On this episode, Mike introduces himself and the podcast. Mike also speaks about his mustache love, is a hot dog a sandwich, is cereal soup, PTSD and it's correlation to addiction, and coping strategies. Come with us as we dive feet first without a parachute into this podcast and come have some fun!!

Guess who's back?? Thats right! Throw Ya Weight Around is back with an all-new episode. And honestly, it's a nerd cringy one. I am joined by my buddy Aaron who has a secret for the world and an occupation to die for, well for every porn inspired young man out there! Enjoy this comeback episode and give it a listen. Covers a wide range from Star Wars all the way to Porn Stars! Full Disclosure: This podcast is not intended to offend anyone and if it does, I apologize but before you run and complain and report me, please bring it to my attention first, like an adult would.

Back to our normal business with this episode. Some fun times with some of my favorite guests. Brought back Gunny and of course green flannel guy, Jay. But also was accompanied by a new guest, the infamous and highly respected Rod. We had a solid ass time talking about all things under the sun. Planning to do more in the future but please enjoy this fourth episode on Throw Ya Weight Around. FULL DISCLOSURE: This show is not for everyone especially children or the weak minded. Please note that we do not intentionally mean to offend anyone but if you are then just don't listen.

This episode is awesome and an absolute dedication to mother's worldwide. This was a Mother's Day Special on TYWA. I had my lovely wife and two other beautiful moms talk about a wide range of motherly ideas and stances on being a mom. Please take a listen and enjoy it. It will give you a knew or refine your thoughts on MILFs.

Episode 2! Hear it here. We talk about a wide range on topics but do tend to stay on the solid topics of Shia LeBouf and hockey. This is a roller coaster of a ride here on Throw Ya Weigh Around as I am joined by returning guest Jay and newcomer Cody. Super fun and satisfying podcast episode filled with laughs and a new found understanding for some. Please take a listen and enjoy!

This is my first ever attempt and hopefully successful podcast created. Its called Throw Ya Weight Around. It's pretty much just a fun and enthusiastic podcast that I originally started as a hobby. I ask some buddies to join the show with me so the conversation can be bountiful and never-ending. The two gentlemen on this episode serve in the military with me and wanted to share some stories and perspectives. Had a blast doing it and look forward to completing more episodes. Please let me know honestly what you think of it and give me some ideas or tips for the next.  FULL DISCLOSURE: This video does have explicit language and maybe some very descriptive stories. This podcast is not for everyone and I having children, do not think it is appropriate for children. However do know that i strictly do not condone in racism, extremism, religion or politics on my show and will not for any future episodes.