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On today's episode of Fostering Change, Rob Scheer sits down with another incredible “Good Human” — Tristian Smith. After losing his mother at the age of seven, Tristian entered the foster care system, where he experienced over 25 placements and attended 13 different schools. Despite these hardships, he never let his circumstances define him.Tristian shares the powerful story behind his memoir, Against All Odds, which chronicles his journey through the challenges of foster care and his path to becoming a voice for change.Now a retired U.S. Army Officer, Tristian continues to serve as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), a Foster Care Review Board Member, and a mentor to youth aging out of the system. His commitment to advocacy, mentorship, and reform is genuinely inspiring.

Army veteran George Hayworth faced war in Afghanistan—but his toughest battle came after returning home. In this week's episode of Urban Valor, we sit down with George, a former U.S. Army Artillery Officer, who opens up about his life before, during, and after combat. From his service with the 101st Airborne Division to struggling with identity, addiction, and nearly losing his marriage, George shares how the trauma of combat followed him into civilian life—and what it took to reclaim his family and rebuild himself from the inside out.If you're searching for real stories about mental health, veteran struggles, addiction recovery, or military life beyond the battlefield, this is an episode you can't miss. George's transparency will resonate with anyone who has fought silent battles in the shadows.

Gay Army Officer is GOING TO PRISON after his SHOCKING DOUBLE LIFE gets EXPOSED!

Some people seem to be born to help others. Rev. Dr. Monica L. Cummings is one of them. She has dedicated her life to being of service to others. Drawing on her experience as a college basketball player, Army Officer, Peace Corps Volunteer, parish and community minister, university faculty member, yoga and meditation instructor, and substance abuse counselor, Rev. Dr. Cummings supports those she works with with an inclusive, non-judgmental, compassionate, and relational approach to the healing process. In this podcast, she discusses her life's work, interests, the importance of community, and recovery. Information about Dr. Cummings and iRest yoga can be found at iRest Store. The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host, Westwords Consulting or the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

Is Ireland's defence system prepared for the global world we live in today? Ivan discusses this further with Patrick Bury, Senior Security Lecturer at The University Of Bath, Former NATO Analyst and Army Officer.

I learned from our guest this time that only about %1 of Americans serve in the military. For most of us, our understanding of the military and military life comes from what we see in the movies, watch on television and sometimes from what we read in books. Our guest today, Rob Richard, has served in the U.S. army for over 20 years and is now about to be fully retired from the life that he has come to know. Rob's upbringing was in a military family. I asked him if all that he had learned and seen growing up prepared him for a life in the military. His somewhat surprising answer was “no”. We spend much of this episode learning from Rob what his life was like. We get a glimpse into a military world that is significantly different than what we see in the movies and elsewhere. Rob offers us many great insights and helps us see a side of leadership that we all could learn from. Rob has visited 31 countries both for pleasure and work. What I like most about my time with Rob today is how he has used his military time to learn and develop an understanding of others much less himself. I think you will find Rob's observations poignant and useful in many ways. About the Guest: Rob Richard is a retired Army officer and a native of Southern Maryland. With 20 years of military leadership experience, he has served two combat tours in Iraq during the mid-2000s at the height of the war and several tours in Korea and Germany. Rob spent over six years as a Logistics officer in various Special Operations Units and 14 years in Conventional forces, gaining invaluable experience in both specialized and general military operations. His military experiences range from tragic and harrowing events to comedic tales of misadventure as he navigated his career through the bureaucracy of the American war machine. Rob's career has taken him around the globe, visiting over 31 countries for both work and leisure. He holds a Master's degree in Leadership and Management from Webster University and a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Towson University and completed the ROTC program through Loyola University of Baltimore. He is a dedicated husband and father of two. An alumnus of The Honor Foundation, Rob has successfully transitioned his elite military service to the private sector. The Honor Foundation serves as the premier career transition program for U.S. Special Operations Forces, helping to create the next generation of corporate and community leaders. Ways to connect with Rob: LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-j-richard About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! 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The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us. Well, hi everyone. I am Mike Hingson, your host here on unstoppable mindset, and we're going to have, I think, a lot of fun, as we usually do, and we love to anyway, I tell all of my guests who come on the podcast that the only rule that we have for unstoppable mindset, and it's a hard and fast rule is you got to have fun, so it's important to do that. Our guest today is Rob Richard. Rob has been in the military for these the last 20 years, and he is retiring, so I'm anxious to hear all about that, and any stories and other things that he wants to tell. But he's he's an intriguing individual. It's been fun chatting with him and preparing for this. So Rob, I want to welcome you to unstoppable mindset. We're really glad you're here.   Rob Richard ** 02:08 Thanks, Michael. It's, uh, it's honor to be here. You know, last night I told my son, um, a little bit about your backstory, and then I was coming on here, and he was like, Oh, that's such an honor to talk to him. And he said, wow, they picked you, dad, really? And I was like, I was like, I guess, I guess he wants to speak with me. So it's an honor talking to you, and I appreciate your backstory. And my son, you know, learning about history in America over the past, you know, 20 years or so, being nine, he was very, you know, thought it was very honor for me to speak with you today. And I agree. I concur. So thank you very much for having   Michael Hingson ** 02:36 me. Well, I don't know, as a matter so much a matter of picking my belief is that everyone has a story to tell, and I believe that we're all more unstoppable than we think we are. And the problem is that we grow up mostly not really learning to have as much in the way of self confidence, and I mean that in a positive way, as opposed to just an ego, but self confidence and self respect as we should have, and all too often, were were encouraged not to really think as strongly about our capabilities and ourselves as we should. So my goal with unstoppable mindset has always been to give people an opportunity to come on and tell their story and help all of us realize that we're more unstoppable than we think we are. And I think that's really pretty important to do. So I Well, one of these days we we have to interview your son, and that ought to be fine. He's   Rob Richard ** 03:36 going to achieve great things. He's more kids, so it takes after his mom. So Well, there   Michael Hingson ** 03:41 you go. Well, I suspect that you have something to do with it too, sure. Well, tell us a little bit kind of about the early Rob growing up and all that sort of stuff.   Rob Richard ** 03:51 So I come from a military family. My father was in the army, and he's from New Jersey originally, but my maternal family was based out of Baltimore. My grandfather, paternal grandfather, was also in the military. I spent most of my formative years in Southern Maryland, in Charles County, Maryland, which is a distinctly unique place. It's about, you know, 45 to 50 minutes south of DC. So there's a bit of this sort of rural kind of where the south starts right the Chesapeake Bay and the lower Potomac River, a culture of nefarious characters and great fun growing up there. But I was close enough to DC to be around that that sort of government culture quite a bit. Also had a few formative years in Alabama and Alaska as well, moving around so that shaped a lot of who I was living in the South in the in the 80s and early 90s. And then, of course, you know, I went to college in Baltimore, very closely connected to that city, based on my maternal family's connection. There huge oils fan. I love the city of Baltimore. Brother was a police officer there for a while. So I'm a Maryland guy through and through. I'm from there. Very proud of it. I went to college at Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland. Ah. Where I did the ROTC program through Loyola College, and that's pretty much the gist of me. I think that growing up where I did around the folks that I did, the interesting characters, the type of youth that I had a little bit wild and and sort of free for all that sort of Gen Xenu youth, of just kind of being let, let go to my own devices kind of help shape who I am and help shape my character greatly. So that's pretty much my early start in life.   Michael Hingson ** 05:26 So there was kind of no doubt that you were going to go into the military. Probably family expected it, and you grew up expecting it, I guess.   Rob Richard ** 05:36 Well, you know, I to be honest, I never thought much about the military until I was going to go away to college, right? And so my dad was like, hey, you know, the ROTC program is a great way to give yourself an opportunity right out of college, and they pay for everything. So Truth in Lending, I probably joined the army more for financial reasons out of the gate than, you know, family patriotic reasons. They're certainly part of that. And obviously, when I was in ROTC, the second year, 911 obviously happened. And so I knew that my future was kind of written for me, with a lot of strife going forward as a military guy. So I knew probably around 2021, that's kind of what I wanted to do. But it wasn't always that way. There was a lot of other things I wanted to do growing up, and it just kind of, for whatever reason, that was the shining light that kind of, you know, directed me towards, you know, serving. So I ended up doing that for 20 years, and here I am now. So   Michael Hingson ** 06:30 Well, there you go. Well, on the other hand, if there were other things that you wanted to do, did you get to do any of them in the military? Did the military give you up an environment where you were able to stretch and grow and maybe do some things that that you wanted to do, or maybe that you didn't even think you were ever going to do.   Rob Richard ** 06:48 Yes, I think, you know, one of the great things that that the military offered me was a chance to, I love getting in front of audiences, and I love to tell a story, and I love to tell and, you know, and tell a joke, and tell the things, and do these sort of things. So as a leader, you have to develop a great sense of communication, a great sense to relate to people who come from different backgrounds and and, you know, different places than yourself. And I think the military, being a leader in the military, in particular, you know, the branch of service that I served in the Army, as a logistician, I got a chance to really work with a lot of different types of folks and a lot of different groups of people. And it let me kind of see just all walks of life. And then I kind of mentioned we sent our pre question was, I've been to 31 countries for fun, you know, not just for work. I met my wife in Germany. She's was an American soldier as well. I've got a chance to see the world. The world. The military gave me that privilege. They gave me that opportunity that a lot of people just don't get, you know, I've gotten to see all kinds of things and go out and see the world. So I was very fortunate. And so I guess meeting new and interesting people, seeing the world leading young men and women in combat, is very important to me. It's something that I, you know, never really thought I would have a chance to do growing up, and there's, there's no war now, there was one. So, yeah, I got a chance to do, do these things for many years over so I'm very thankful to the military for that,   Michael Hingson ** 08:11 just the military, and this is just just popped into to my head. So it's just a curiosity, does the military overall tend to evolve as society evolves. I mean, it's not a stagnant kind of a thing. I would assume. I   Rob Richard ** 08:27 think it's a little bit ahead of the game, but I don't necessarily think they're ahead of the game, because it's necessarily the righteous thing to do, but it's almost a business decision, meaning so they desegregated units before most of America, you know, in our general populace was desegregated, but that was more of a decision because they they needed to have people work together, right? Because they had wars and to fight and and things to do. So I think the military is often ahead of the curve when it comes to, you know, desegregation, when it comes to, you know, moving people forward that don't have the backgrounds that are necessarily totally accepted by society at the time. So I think they're a little ahead of the head of the game when it comes to to those sort of things. So I think they generally keep pace with society, yes, if not a little bit ahead.   Michael Hingson ** 09:11 I'll tell you why I asked. It just was something I was thinking about as you were talking. I grew up in the Vietnam era, and for what that was worth on all sides. But during that time, they instituted and had the draft and they even developed a lottery system to decide who was going to go first. And my lottery number was fairly low, but when I turned 18, I fairly quickly got a letter saying you are classified one, a which was the classification where you could be drafted into the military. And I knew that that wasn't going to last being blind, and that they would figure that out, and they did, but I've always thought for me and. And others, they missed it. Why is it that a blind person couldn't find opportunities to serve in the military? It doesn't necessarily mean that we have to be in in the middle of a war zone. There are certainly other aspects of working in the military that a blind person could do, and yet the military kind of never really took advantage of that. Now there are a few people who were blinded in in wartime or because of one thing or another with terrorists, and so they're in the military. They started in the military and then they continued. But it still is true that you don't find real opportunities for blind people to serve in any aspect of the military. And I had a company that I formed back in 1985 and one of the main people who helped me was a retired colonel from the Marines, and he even said there is no reason why there there aren't opportunities available for people who are blind and think tanks and doing other kinds of things that are outside the regular war zone. So it's kind of fascinating, but I think it's an interesting and relevant thing to think about that clearly there are opportunities that ought to be available. Does that make sense?   Rob Richard ** 11:23 It does. I agree. I think one, the one thing about being a soldier at any level is there needs to be a commonality and a standard of that people can do a baseline thing, right? So there's physical fitness assessments, there's things that people need to do based on, you know, certain levels of training, whether it's shooting or going out and doing all these things, that there needs to be a baseline where everyone's kind of even So certain things that I worked in recruiting, uh, ironically enough, for two years, and certain things that are just qualifiers take away from the universal, uh, set that people need a universal set of skills, that people need to be a soldier in general. So there's avenues and different things that you can do with a disability or with things that are would mitigate you from serving in the front lines. But a little bit of what we'll talk about is in these previous wars, not everybody that was necessarily considered a frontline soldier, you know, was, was certainly not negated from from facing combat. And we can, we can talk about that, expound that a little bit, but I think that every person needs to have a basic set of skills. And there are certain things that, if you are blind or if you do have a disability that would, you know, take away from your your ability to do things that are a standard set of things, like, even as a senior officer or a senior non commissioned officer, you still have to take a certain physical fitness test, you still have to, you know, go out and shoot your weapon. You still have to do things that require sight, that require a certain level of hearing. Once you take away from that commonality that everyone has, now you're looking at someone who's not brought into the field and accepted as a soldier of commonality. Does that does that make sense? Or   Michael Hingson ** 12:59 you make an assumption, though, that isn't necessarily so. For example, there are a number of blind people who do shoot their hunters and so on. And so the issue is you have to separate out the skill from how you exhibit the skills. So, for example, right, shooting at a target, if there is a, if there is an auditory cue that allows me to aim at the target, can I learn to shoot at a target and and likewise, yeah, but I hear what you're saying, but I think at the same time, the reality is that that there are, there are certainly options, and what we really need to do is not leave out intelligent minds that might very well be able to contribute to what we do. And that's kind of what prompted the question,   Rob Richard ** 13:58 Oh, I agree, too. And I think that when you see the recruiting crisis that in particularly the army is facing, there needs to be avenues that bring other folks in who might not have the traditional physical skill set that other soldiers have, and allow them to serve. I agree with that, and that's something, I think, especially modern technology, that could be something to be brought into the fold in the future, to be looked at. But I do think, for like, I worked in Special Operations for, you know, for several years, you know, as paratrooper these sort of things. There are certain things that you must have this physical acumen and things that you must be able to do in order to accomplish those tasks in those schools. And, you know, the different training assessments that you have. So if there's a separate place that people can go and have those technologies available to mitigate anything that perhaps their, you know, disability might stop them from doing, I think that's certainly something to consider and something to look at going forward. So that's a great point. Like, I appreciate you bringing that up. I never looked at it that way, to be honest. So I always thought about this linear way of looking at. That you have to have these certain physical attributes to serve. But that's great. I that's a good way to look at it. So it's   Michael Hingson ** 15:06 well and I think, I think it's important to look at what attributes are are necessary to have, but But I also think that a lot of times what we can discover is that exhibiting those attributes may not be the same for one person as opposed to another, but the point is, we can still exhibit the attributes. So it's an interesting thing to, you know, to explore. Great. So tell me about the you know, and I realize that you're speaking for you and your observations and so on. But tell me a little bit about the crisis. You mentioned that, and I read it elsewhere. Tell me a little bit more about the crisis that we're really exhibiting today.   Rob Richard ** 15:46 So I worked in the Dallas, United States Army recruiting Dallas for two years. I was executive officer there, and I was also a time operations officer. And so I got to see the big picture of how the army does recruiting. And even then, in the height of the war, when the what they call the numbers was up and recruiting was was pretty good, still, they struggled to to link up the kind of bridge where they call it military civilian gap, right? So there's a couple different things I think that we need to take into consideration here. Number one, I think about only 1% of the nation serves right? And a large percentage of those folks are like myself. There they are legacy people, people who have a connection to the military. So I think the first thing to do is you have to bridge that military and civilian gap, and you have to look at why aren't people joining the military, right? And I'll be honest with you, the the army itself is terrible at branding in comparison to, say, the Marine Corps, right? Things like uniform and commonality of identity, the Marines do that way better, I think, than the army does. Right? As far as like, we have this certain set of things that we go with are always kind of changing their motto and go in different directions. But in general, there's also a population of people, because we just hit on it. Now you talk about, you know, having something that's going to stop you from serving. There are a large number of people who just don't meet the criteria. It's actually harder to get into the United States Army than it is to go to a four year university. So you're talking about physical fitness requirements. You're talking about legalities. You know, people getting in trouble with the law that disqualifies them from service, prior drug use, things like that, things that are looking at packing away and taking away for waivers. But the number one biggest thing is, I just think society societal differences on how civilian people and the military are connected. I think people just have a general misunderstanding of what the military is. They have a general misunderstanding of what it is to serve. And I just don't think that in our in our current society, that enough people are willing to step up and do it because life is too comfortable, and that's my personal opinion. That's not necessarily, you know, the Army's opinion. That's my opinion. Do you   Michael Hingson ** 17:51 think that it also has to do with how the military is portrayed, like in movies and TV shows and so on? Does that enter into it at all? Yes, I think, you know, we think so, and that's why I asked, I think   Rob Richard ** 18:04 so. And I like to get your take on what it is that when you say that, is it the is it a negative portrayal? Is a good portrayal. If you look at how certain wars are portrayed, right, you take it away. World War Two was portrayed versus, say, Vietnam, right? They're not portrayed totally different ways, right? You look at the modern war, and often veterans are painted this picture of a tragic experience, a tragic a tragedy, right? There's often this experience that is okay. This is a person that had a tragic thing happened to them. The war is something that was they went through and now they have this ailment, or whatever it is. It's often framed as that, but it's more complex than that. Yeah, a service is more complex than that. And I think that another thing is people don't understand that most military folks are middle class by the time they hit a certain age, right? So by the time you are excuse, by the time they hit a certain rank or time in service, they have middle class, you know, houses they live in a certain way of of a certain lifestyle that the army and the military in general affords to them. And I don't think people understand the financial and monetary benefit that you get for from the military. I don't think that's clearly articulated as a as a form of, hey, this is something I want my kid to do. You know, there's a lot of this, not in my backyard, type, but hey, that's great. Thank you for your service. But I don't want to serve, right? There's a lot of that that goes around in American society, I think. And I don't know if that resonates with you or if you agree, or Yeah, I   Michael Hingson ** 19:23 do understand that. I certainly don't disagree. I think that there is a lot of merit to that. What, what strikes me, though, is that there is a great misunderstanding. You know, if you watch some of the TV shows that are on when they talk about the military, it's, it's kind of a romanticized sort of thing, but the the and the the tragedy of veterans and so on, certainly there, there's a lot of that is focused on that at the same time when. We, when we go back and look at it, what, what caused that tragedy? What did? What did we not do as a society, to say, Bring a veteran home and be able to completely integrate them back into or bring them fully into society? And that's something where I think we as a as a society, do miss the point that where is much to I don't I want to use the word blame, but be responsible for integrating people back in because clearly, one of the things that I think is true about the military, and I don't think it's a bad thing, is that it is a particular kind of lifestyle. It's a very regimented lifestyle, and that's okay. But now, when you bring people, say, who have been to war and who have seen things back into society, there are, there is a lot more that we probably really ought to do to make sure that we're helping people get back into into the world that we're most of us are used to, and the fact that we don't understand what the world was that they were in, sort of contributes to us not really knowing how to bring them back into it.   Rob Richard ** 21:16 I agree. I agree. I think one of the things about special operations, where I worked for the past seven years, is they do a really good job of helping veterans, like, transition out of the military, whether they've had four or five years, or whether they've had, you know, 20 years, like myself, they have great programs. I told you. I completed the Honor Foundation, which was, you know, did a great service for me, helping me trans. Help Me transfer into civilian life and help me prepare for not in the corporate world, but just life in general. I think the military is getting better at that. I certainly think that our modern day era veterans were treated far better than, say, Vietnam veterans who came home. Yeah, you know, I really do believe that. I know my grandfather was a Vietnam vet, and I know there were times where, you know, he couldn't wear his uniform anywhere, or there's just people weren't treated with the same level of respect that I was. I always felt that when I came home, right, not necessarily the integration piece, but the fact that, you know, being a veteran, I always felt that I was thanked, or at least it's somewhat some way, even though it might seem patronizing that I was at the very least welcomed home and welcomed back and people appreciated, you know, whether they've experienced it or not, appreciate what I had been through, and we're very grateful for the most part, as to where in Vietnam, they certainly weren't. I think we've gotten better as a society about that. But where does that take you in, in the real and Reality of Things, right? Is it? Is it better veterans care, better mental health awareness, you know, things that I think they're working on? I certainly don't think we do a great job, in general, providing mental health for soldiers outside of special operations, right outside of the elite units that get elite care to access a lot of what military mental health care is is simply just getting you to go back to do your job, right? But when you leave the military, then the behavioral health, mental health care, it should be about getting you back to being a, you know, a human that is going to enjoy and live life to the fullest, right? So there's a difference, right? One's kind of make you a person who's going to go back to work and do is, you know, run the machines and run the papers as a as George Carlin would say. And the other is going to help you kind of be a normal human that fits into society, and that's the difference, you know? I think, well, the   Michael Hingson ** 23:25 other, the other aspect of it is that in the military, it is a very regimented sort of thing, and most of the time, there are people above you, and you realize they make the decisions, and we just carry out the orders. And now being back in the mainstream of society, you are more responsible for doing a lot of those things for yourself. And again, that's something that we need to teach people how to do.   Rob Richard ** 23:52 Again, sure. Well, I would, oh, go ahead, Michael, go ahead. No, go ahead. I was going to say I tend to disagree with that a little bit. I think people have a stereotype about military folks. You know, I you know most military people after, I said, as I mentioned before, after they hit a certain time and service a certain rank, their life is somewhat individualized. It's not necessarily a control that's a good point. Yeah, it really much is, I live in my own house. I don't live on post. I don't wake up every day and go to listen to listen to the bugle at five o'clock in the morning. You know, I think there's a misconception that soldiers are robots. When they are individuals with families, they are individuals, you know, that live lives outside of the military. Is it regimented? Yes. Is it a lifestyle? Yes. But I do think there's a misconception that the military is this completely controlling organization that has every facet of your life under control, and that's just not the case. You know, like I said, it's a it's just not really the case of how most military folks are. And there's so many great minds and artists and people that have all these great ideas that serve in the military, that are very bright and articulate and all these things. There's just a misconception about what a veteran is, I think. And I. Think that's another thing that when we tie in service and why people will and won't join, is the misconception. I mean, how many veterans do most people know? Do they have an uncle or a cousin or somebody that serves and that's something that we miss? You know, it's not exactly all the things that you see in the movie, you know, the guy on the street corner with the fatigue jacket and the one arm missing asking for money, that's that's not really most veterans. That's not really most of us. I think that's a misconception. Michael, that's just my take. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 25:24 and I, and I certainly didn't want to imply that it's so regimented that everybody's a robot, but, but I, but I, but I do think that until you get to that level that you were talking about, and I think that's a very valid point, it's probably more regimented than than a lot of people absolutely are used to. But by the same token, it still gets back to what level of support do we really give people when they when they come back, and the fact that there probably is a lot more that we could do. But you, you said something that prompts another question. And I think I'm well, I think I know the answer to this, but I'll be curious to see what you say, and that is, you're right back in the days of Vietnam veterans came home and they were they were spit on, they were not treated well, and so on. And it's a lot different today. Do you think that September 11 had a lot to do with that?   Rob Richard ** 26:20 I do. I think that people became, I was a young college student in the ROTC program, not quite in the military just yet, but I think that that event was the single catalyst to people realizing that, you know, we came together as a nation, more so than any other thing in my lifetime, ever after 911 so we came together. Now the wars that followed subsequently were very controversial, right? And they were something that divided the nation, but that particular event, you know, made the nation come together at writ large, more than any other event in history. So I think that that that kind of triggered people to be more understanding and appreciative of the military and the things that they would go do right, regardless of the political landscape, of what the wars would follow. People were very grateful. So I think 100% that 911 was a catalyst for people to be more patriotic, more supporting of the military. You know, enlistments were up. People were left and right, looking to join during that time frame, at least the first five to six years prior to the wars kind of going on, becoming quagmire, if you will. So I think so. I think you're right,   Michael Hingson ** 27:30 yeah, well, and I also think that the whole issue with the wars that followed, unfortunately, politics got much too much involved with it. So after September 11, should we have gone into Afghanistan to go after Osama bin Laden? That's one thing, but then, but then we decided to go into Iraq and go after Saddam Hussein, which was a totally different thing. And I still, yeah, and I still believe that that made no sense to do, but we did Sure, and we took our eye off the bin Laden ball, which is part of the problem. So unfortunately, politics gets too much into it and and that, in part, comes from the low bar that we have for politicians. So what do you do?   Rob Richard ** 28:19 I agree with that, yeah, we can agree on that. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 28:23 it's, it's a it's a challenge, you   Rob Richard ** 28:25 know, here's something I'll say on that, as far as I think when you serve in in I was, I'm a wreck veteran, so I've been to Iraq. I spent 15 months of my life there. And I will tell you that when you're there, you know, and I went there kind of a starry eyed sort of young lieutenant, just with the delusions of how things were going to go. So it's really a movie character on those sort of like character Oliver Stone movie, and what I saw was quite different than the reality of what I thought I would see. But I will tell you this at the end of the day, regardless of the political implications of the wars and the meanings behind them, when you have the American military machine together, right? And however chaotic it is, or however things are, I can hang my head on the fact that I was able to lead my soldiers, men and women, young people from you know, like The Rolling Stones of that great song, the salt of the earth, right? Say, say a prayer for the common foot soldier. Those were my guys, the common truck driver, mechanic and people that you know join the military for a certain purpose, whether it's money for patriotism, whatever, when asked to do this mission, regardless of its political implications, they did it. They did it well, and they did it to a level that's impressive and something that is beautiful to watch in action and that I'll always be proud of. Yeah. So if Aaron ever says, hey, you know, you serve these wars, and they're this, that and the other. I don't think when you're there, you think too much about it. That's the Coming Home part. That's the that's the thing you face later. When you're dealing with, you know, whether it's PTSD or these other sort of issues, that's when the philosophical question is to be answered. When you're there, when you're in the fight, that is. This, you doing your mission, you and your guys, the old adage, adage of left and right, that's what you're doing, and that I'm proud of, and that I can think our military did a great job. Right. Losing the war in the political sense is far different than losing the battles right in the actual militarily sense. So that's just something I hang my hat on. And I think that if we overlooked that as a society, and we overlooked that as a culture, that the wars are just this negative thing, and they were kind of, you know, excuse my language, or kind of, Bs, whatever. Yeah, we're overlooking the accomplishments of the actual people that were asked to do these things, right?   Michael Hingson ** 30:32 Well, and also well, and ultimately, let's, let's take Afghanistan. You know, we have we were there for a long time. Should we have been there as long as we were? I think that's a question that you can you can discuss and debate, but at the same time, the ultimate thing we were looking to do was to deal with Osama bin Laden, and we did that. But then we did continue to stay, and there were reasons for it. Should we have or should we have been smarter about withdrawing again? Those are all discussions that one could have. But I think that ultimately, it seems to me, you know, if people said, and people ask me, Well, did we lose the war in Afghanistan? I don't know that we lost the war, but I think the politicians didn't help but I think that the military did what they were supposed to do. I   Rob Richard ** 31:24 agree. But, you know, I the the general who said this escapes me, but it was not a 20 year war. It was a one year war fought 20 times. Yeah. So when you so you have these wars, you have a different general, a different you know, whatever it is, come in and they all have a different take on how we're going to accomplish this goal. But both those wars, whether it was the one I fought in Iraq or the one in Afghanistan, you know, they there were no real clear objectives for us. They were one year at a time, little hash marks of trying to accomplish these small goals. And we were never given a clear picture of what victory looked like, very similar to Vietnam. So I think that's, I don't think that's put on the that's not put on the backs of the common veteran. That's put on the backs of the politicians. Yeah, that was that, I was sure that's put on. I The generals too. I think so they, they owe their, you know, by that time you hit to that, that level, it's, it's a political level. And I think they're, they owe an answer to that. You know, my personal opinion, me as a retired Army officer, I think they owe an answer to that.   Michael Hingson ** 32:23 Well, we don't necessarily have the same kind of generals as we had with a patent or even a storm in Norman Schwarzkopf. You know the Sure, sure.   Rob Richard ** 32:31 Well, there's some very particular generals out there. Some good there are. But I there are, I think, I think those wars were never, never given clear, clearly defined objectives by any political figure, and that makes it impossible to what you would traditionally call a win, right? Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 32:48 I do. I do. I know exactly what you're saying, and it makes and it makes perfect sense well for you. So you joined the military. Did you think that you were going to be traveling the world and seeing 31 countries and doing all the things that that you did, or was any of that a surprise to you? No,   Rob Richard ** 33:05 I'll tell you. So when you're in college and you're ROTC, you you know, or West Point, or whatever you're, you know, I was an ROTC guys. So you have West Point, you have OCS, your different commissioning sources, you're, you're branched a certain whether it's infantry or armor or whatever, I was a transportation branch. So I thought I, you know, I got stationed in Germany, my first duty assignment. And, you know, I had two deployments to the Middle East during that time. It was about a six year stint. And I never thought that I would have this amazing fun, adventurous and it's a family show here, adventurous show. Adventurous life that I had, that that that I was given. I thought I would just end up at some base somewhere in Texas, and barbecue on Sundays, drink more lights, watch football like everybody else. I never thought I'd have this great life. I never thought I'd travel the world in Gallivan so I'm very fortunate in that way. And I just, I don't think most people picture that, but when you get your first what they call assignment, your duty station, and it's Germany, and my second one being Korea, traveling all around Asia. You know, with my, my awesome wife, I I'll tell you, I never thought I would have that, to be honest with you, that's never something that crossed my mind. That level of adventure and fun, it almost kind of mitigates some of the things that you had to go through in war. It almost makes it like they kind of balance each other out, I think, well,   Michael Hingson ** 34:19 and traveling to and traveling to Germany, of course, got you your wife.   Rob Richard ** 34:24 Yes, true, yeah. So we met. You were both soldiers, and just, you know, we, we met by by sheer chance, and that's something that I look back on, and I'm always very thankful to Uncle Sam for that. So,   Michael Hingson ** 34:34 yeah, there's, there is that. Did she stay in the military?   Rob Richard ** 34:38 No, she got out. So we, we were in Korea, and then I got stationed to go work in recruiting in Dallas. And she made the decision that, you know, I was a little bit further along, a little bit older. And she made, we made the decision that, hey, the dual military thing is very difficult. That is one of the, I think, most difficult career choices you could make, is to have two service members in especially once you hit the senior levels. And so we decided, hey, you know. I'm going to stay in, she's going to get out, and she's a very successful entrepreneur, doing very well with with some things that she's got going on. So I think we made the right choice, and she gets to be mom and be this amazing mother. So I think that's something, I think collectively, was the right decision. Well, that that worked. How old? How old are the kids? I got a nine year old, my son, Alex, and then he's about to be 10, and then my daughter, Evie, named Evangeline, after a song by the the band the Great, the band Yvonne Hill, she is six. So they're, they're still pretty young. A lot of give me, give me a handful here. Well, that's,   Michael Hingson ** 35:34 that's fine, you know. And we'll see who, who does better and who handles who better? The kids handle you guys, or you handle the kids better. We   Rob Richard ** 35:43 were on a pretty tight ship here, Michael, so at least my wife does. I'm going to push over, yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 35:49 Well, there you go. Well, but it, but it's, but it is interesting to to be able to see a lot of the world. And I, you know, I've, I've had the never been to Germany. I've been to Korea and spend some time there. And that was a lot of fun. I've been to Japan and to some places. I've been to the Netherlands, but not to Germany, when actually, in about a month and a half, no, actually about a month, I'll take my first trip to London to speak. Oh, wow. I've been to Ireland, but never to London. And then it's fun to go through the logistics of being able to take a guide dog to London and doing all the things to to clear the dog. I think it's a lot more work to get him ready to go than me, but we'll cope. Yeah, but it's, but it's, but it is fun. And I, I think there is so much value in seeing so many different places around the world and all that we can learn. I think that we take way too much for granted, and we we think that we're so much better, sometimes than than other places. And in some right, some ways, our country and our society works better, and some ways it doesn't necessarily do that, but I don't think it's my place to judge, but rather to go and learn and bring back knowledge and put it to use.   Rob Richard ** 37:04 I agree, it certainly makes you a better person as as a collective right to understand. You know, America's a great place, and I love this country dearly, but there are many things that that we can learn from other cultures. You know, we work so hard here in Germany, and I tell you about three o'clock, they take off and go have a beer and relax a little bit. You know, there's, and they still, they managed to run a very efficient society without the hustle culture that we have. And I, I am a stern capitalist. I love to work hard. But there's something to take away from that. You know, there's also, on the other side of the spectrum, in Korea and Asia, they work even harder than we do, right? So there's, there's a level of where to meet in the middle, and looking at these different cultural things. And, you know, it's just, I just very fortunate to have seen all that, and take a little bit from each one and kind of develop my own life, and these are gonna teach my children and stuff. So that's, that's great. I think I love London, too. The   Michael Hingson ** 37:54 founder of the National Federation of the Blind was a blind constitutional law scholar, Jacobus tembrick, who was at UC Berkeley, and one of the things that his wife told me, I never did get to know chick 10 Brook, but I knew his wife, and she said that he could go for long periods of time, because he would take what we now call a power nap for 20 minutes, and then he could get up and work for hours. And we don't encourage any of that, and I think it's truly unfortunate, because there's a lot of value in having a little bit of downtime that then keeps you able to keep moving a lot more than you think you might.   Rob Richard ** 38:33 No, no, I agree. I think that's something in the military they focused a few years, the past couple of years, on, which is, I don't know it's, maybe it's all for not but focusing on on sleep, you know, wellness and overall spiritual you know, thing that's going on here, trying to get everybody together in this sort of triad approach of wellness, sleep and physical fitness and stuff. And sleep is so important to being a successful leader. You know, one hour of sleep versus four makes all the difference in your decision making. Makes all the difference in your ability to lead, your ability to persevere through problems. So slaves huge, you know, even it's only four hours, yeah, well,   Michael Hingson ** 39:12 and but again, even during the day, taking a half hour and resting your eyes and then coming back gives you energy to continue, and we don't. We don't do enough of that. So I'm, I'm all in favor of exploring and and doing more to to deal with sleep and wellness and looking at other ways to help us move more effectively and more efficiently during the day. I agree. Yeah, so it makes sense well, now your career as a logistician and so on, as you said, is pretty unique. What what made it so unique, and why do you feel that that really helped shape you into what you are, and where do you think this is going to take you going forward?   Rob Richard ** 39:58 So I think a lot of times. When you are again, we talk about conditioning source. So when you go into the military, a lot of guys, they say, Okay, I want to be an infantry person. I want to be an armor guy. I want to be special forces, whatever. There's many different avenues that you can enter the military. And I think coming in initially as a transportation officer. You know, I went to Iraq, and I had these sort of experiences that, I think, again, we talk about movies, they're often overlooked, right? So I was in Iraq for 12 months. My first deployment, I was a platoon leader. I had 60 soldiers. I went on well over 60 plus missions that are, what are called convoys. So I was putting in these dangerous, arduous situations and these things that that could result in grave violence, and these sort of things that I experienced, and that my soldiers experienced, that gave me a unique out outlook on life, right? And I think that because of our underdog persona in nature, as logistics guys, you know, it's all a big wheel, and there's all these folks that make it work, right? And so as an underdog type character, and having these sort of salt of the earth type soldiers, it's given me a unique perspective on people, a unique empathy. I think a lot of military guys are kind of seen, seen as cold and stern, these sort of square jaw type characters. I don't really think I'm like that at all. It's giving me a unique perspective to grow and to be more loving and empathetic, to be a better dad. I think just serving that type of field and that type of profession is very different. It's also a little more diverse than, like, say, your standard, like Special Operations Unit, which is a lot of square jawed white guys from the Midwest, you know, as to where logistics, there's a much more diverse profile of people from all over, you know, from Jamaica or Puerto Rico, from every different state, from these, these different types of folks. And I really had a chance to just work with people who are different, who built my level of love and empathy overall. And I think being in the branch and the field that I was in really helped shape that for me. And then just, I don't think I would have had the experiences say I had been, you know, I mean, I went to airborne school when I was 38 so I did the paratrooper thing. I served in Special Operations units, airborne units, this sort of thing. And I'm honored to have been with those. But I think if I hadn't started in these sort of, like working class type units, you know, out of Germany, you know, under equipment, under trained, I really learned to persevere through things without the best of everything, right, without the best training, without the best you know, given the best tools to go accomplish, you had to accomplish more with less, right? And I think that really is a lesson that you can't really get necessarily in other fields and other branches of the military. I really think what I got assigned to do really helped me persevere through things and become a better person overall. And I don't know if that answers the question. But I think that's kind of, you know, the uniqueness of it that makes it different. And most people, again, haven't had the opportunity to travel and see the things I have. And I just think that, you know, I'm very fortunate in that realm. So I just think overall, holistically, my life has been better because of the job that I got. And to be honest with you, I mean, it's great to be an infantry guy, but a supply chain manager, professional supply chain manager, really does prepare you a little better for the corporate world. So in the end, it kind of helps you transition to the civilian thing that you can do and gain monetary advantage. So I think it all worked out. I   Michael Hingson ** 43:16 think it does probably just with the little that I know about it and understand about I think it does probably better prepare you, because the jobs are fairly similar to what you'll find in certain aspects of the corporate world, which is kind of important. And I like your idea on your analogy of doing things with less. I think a lot of us, especially for those of us who are blind, for example, and people with disabilities in general, oftentimes we have to deal with less, just because society hasn't emphasized making sure that we have alternatives that give us the same chances and opportunities as others do. So we have to deal with less like I work for accessibe. And so accessibe is a company that, among other things, helps makes websites more inclusive for for people with disabilities. Well, the bottom line is that people creating websites don't do things that they could do to make websites more usable and accessible right off the bat. And so the result is that we have to get creative in figuring out how, if it at all possible, we can use a website, and some we can't, because there's just no way, no way to have information that works. But there are also any number of websites that are accessible enough or have enough information that is a friend of mine once said, we can muddle through and make it work, but we do have to deal with those challenges, and I think it makes us better, because we face the challenges and we work through them.   Rob Richard ** 44:54 That makes perfect sense. That does Yeah. And   Michael Hingson ** 44:56 so you having to do that same sort of thing. Sometimes it it makes you a better person. It makes you probably more of a resilient person, but at least it makes you a more inventive person, because you don't take some things for granted.   Rob Richard ** 45:11 Yes, and you know, I think people when they have an idea of a soldier or a leader, I think emotional intelligence and empathy are something that people don't associate with the military. But when you're when you're a young, 24 year old lieutenant, all the way up through, you know, being a more senior officer or senior leader, you have so much of your life that is assigned and tasked to helping others and taking care of people. Their problems are your problems, right? You learn so much about the human condition through serving in the military that I don't think it can even compare in any other walk of life, you know, say, maybe being a first responder or something along those lines. But when you're with somebody in this this situation is arduous and dangerous for 12 months, you know, going on all the way through a 20 year career, you can't put a price or a value on how much experience you get of developing an emotionally intelligent approach to things, right? Some people, I think anybody who doesn't struggle with decisions as a human right, it goes through the experience of war and serving in the military. I think very rarely do you not come out of that with a real profound understanding of the human condition, right? And I don't think anything else could give you that, as far as a profession. And I think understanding people becoming more loving, it might not seem like something from a military guy to say, but loving empathy, you know, understanding the these, these folks and different types of people. I think it's a beautiful thing to be honest, you know, and I feel very cherished that I've had to have that opportunity to become a better human. Again, things aren't necessarily associated with like a military man who's straightforward and, you know, talks in a certain way. And again, some people aren't like that. Some people kind of go through, you know, self absorbed, like any profession, just about themselves. But I think a good military leader. You know, the army a leader, and particularly officers, we always eat last, right? So when I went to Airborne School at 38 years old, as an old, older guy, I was the second oldest guy in my class, the highest ranking person in my class, and so I ate after 200 soldiers, I let 200 people go in front of me, right? And that's not to be hubris or to brag about something, but that's just what you're supposed to do as a leader, to get to show that, hey, I'm here for you guys. You guys eat first, right? You always leaders, always eat last. There's that old adage. And I just think the regular world is not necessarily, the regular civilian world isn't necessarily that way, you know? And I think that's something that really made me grow as a human and to be a better person. So Well, I've always   Michael Hingson ** 47:40 felt, having worked in the corporate world, that a good boss is a boss who doesn't boss people around, who recognizes that leadership means sometimes you give up leadership to somebody else when there's a specific thing that you figure out they can do better. But also I believe that my role is to add value to each and every person who works for me, and I have to figure out with them how to add that value, but for the people who get it, it makes everyone a lot more powerful. And I mean that in a positive sense, it makes them a lot more productive and a lot more efficient. I think that that good leaders figure out how to do that, and that's important to do. Well, I wholeheartedly agree. So I'm curious about something. I keep coming back to it in my brain. So I'm going to ask in places like Israel, where everyone, at some point needs to go into the military, and goes into the military. And I understand why that happened. We don't do that here. How do you contrast, or what do you think about the contrast in those two methods of dealing with the military? Because then I asked that because you talked about the crisis, I'm not convinced that everyone should necessarily have to go in the military, but it's an interesting discussion to have.   Rob Richard ** 49:01 I kind of, I, you know, I like the way Korea does it. Korea has a societal conscription sort of program, right? So you can either join the military, you can be a paramedic, you can be a policeman. I don't necessarily think we need to go to that level, but I think there should be some general level of civic service, right? You have to have some level of commitment. And I think that not everyone, especially in our current society, is cut out to be in the army, to be in, you know, to be in the armed services, but there should be some level of civic conscription where people have to serve for maybe a year or two in somewhere. I really do believe in that. It might sound a little bit draconian libertarian, but I think it's something to look at. I think it would make people better humans. Because nowadays, like, there wasn't World War Two, there was a general understanding that we have a universal effort, that we're going forward as a nation. There was such a connection to the military service, and everyone chipped in, you know, everyone chipped in and all the time, and I don't think that really is the case. Everyone is going in their own direction. Shouldn't we're not going in a general direction. It's good for the country as a society, and without some sort of civic inscription, I don't know if that's possible people to truly understand what others go through, right? And so I agree. I think that we should have some sort of level of of civil civic service, not necessarily level of the draft, but right, not quite like how Israel does it, but   Michael Hingson ** 50:20 yeah, so, and I think that makes a lot of sense, and I think that also it's a great learning experience, yes, which is a part of what I think you're also suggesting, and I think that that makes a lot of sense, that that brings you into being a more well rounded individual as you go forward. And I think that it's important to do that, and we need to figure out some way to do that.   Rob Richard ** 50:46 No, I agree. I think that, you know, when you're in Israel, is a homogenous society, very similar. People have similar religions, similar takes. Our society, when you look at as a whole, is completely different than any other society in the world, as how different we are in the many cultures that we have in a collective approach to civil service, I think could help, I really do think could help something to unify us. Again, not quite to the 911 unification type, right, but somewhere where we can come together as society and say, Hey, we got a common purpose here. Let's go forward with it. You know, so   Michael Hingson ** 51:18 Well we, we were so unified after September 11, and I can point to specific political things that damaged that and took away from the unification and so unfortunate that that kind of thing occurred. And we have, there are other aspects. I mean, we also now have this technology where everyone has so much instantaneous access to so much information, some of which is real and some of which is false, but still the the fact is, we have access to things that we didn't before. And you mentioned World War Two, I collect old radio shows as a hobby, and I listen to many of the shows in the World War Two era, and listen to how all the actors, all the people on those shows, were part of the story that helped pull the country together, and everyone was committed. Yeah, there were challenges. Yeah, there were problems, but people really did come together for the most part, and worked because we knew it's what we needed to do, and that's the operative part. We knew what we needed to do. We needed to be unified, and if we weren't, that was a problem.   Rob Richard ** 52:36 Oh no, I agree. I think, though, there's a fine balance between unification and then a controlled narrative that takes people away from a independent free thought, right? One of the things we've gotten away from is independent free thought. There are two sides to everything. There's my side, your side, and a good collective would be great, but that you still have to have that, that approach to independent thought, right? And I also think something's missed about the military, if I could expound a little bit, is that many people in the military here are some of the world class cynics. You know, they're not necessarily these, hook, line and sinker, follow suit, type of folks. They're just the they're very aware of their situation and sort of what's going on. And they're very like, okay, is this really the deal here? You know, people are very skeptical. They're very they have a lot of free thought, a lot of independent thought. They're very politically engaged in what they think, and very go after things and have articulate points that that they clearly think of, as opposed to just like, Oh, we're all we all think the same. You know, that's a misconception about the military. We don't there are people of all different facets and walks of life and and think completely different on every issue under the sun, and that's important. So I think having a collective civic response and duty to things is great, but we start to keep our independent thought as a nation in a society.   Michael Hingson ** 53:53 I think the other part of that, though, is that we need to learn again, to be understanding of people who have a different position than we do, and we need to stop saying, Well, you're wrong, and because they think we're wrong, whoever they and we and you are. And the reality is it's it's more than just having the independent thinking ability and opportunity, but it's being able to talk about it and people who truly can, again, learn so much because you you learn to understand why people think the way they do sometimes or a lot of times. And that's important too.   Rob Richard ** 54:36 Yes, absolutely, I agree 100% so   Michael Hingson ** 54:40 logisticians are generally not part of when you watch movies and so on, they're not typically what's featured. What? Why is that? Or how do we get the logistics world a little bit more understood? And I know that that goes beyond the military, but you know, nevertheless, yeah.   Rob Richard ** 54:59 Yeah, well, so again, I think you're looking at what in this. This is to take nothing away from anyone. So when you look at most of the majority of TV shows and books, and rightfully so, I'll say rightfully so, so much of it is about special operations, yeah, frontline soldiers, what you would call, you know, in World War Two, there was a linear Battlefield, so there were two entities facing each other, face to face in a situation, but over the past 20 years, and even all going all the way back to Vietnam, they weren't linear battlefields. They were battlefields where all these support type soldiers, whether it's communicators or truck drivers, mechanics, even cooks and these other people, are combat veterans. They are facing combat. They have dangerous and arduous tales of heroics that need to be told often. You know, especially in particular in convoy operations throughout Afghanistan and Iraq. I think it's overlooked because it's well, it's not sexy, it's not what people want to see. It's not the conditioned thing of what people are supposed to see. But I think it can often be talked about in a humorous way, like we, I think you and I, we talked a little bit about mash, right? And that's about doctors, Army doctors who are support personnel and enablers. And there's a comedic approach to it. It's not all just serious, stoic, you know, movie sort of nonsense. It is a, it is a comedic approach to a real topic, and it covered it gracefully. You know, Hogan's Heroes, these sort of comedic shows that we all had, that we were elected, who understood, and that we love McHale's Navy again, another one. I think that logisticians and support folks are often overlooked because it's just not what is considered to be cool. But there are stories about war, about these brave and courageous things that people have done, and I've witnessed with my own eyes that I think is an interesting and fun story, not fun, but an interesting story that needs to be told so that legacy doesn't drift off into the wind, like the gun trucks in Vietnam, right? There was these things that were developed. A great documentary on Smithsonian about

An army officer's medals stolen from a ute seven years ago, are now on their way back to their owner - thanks to an eagle-eyed op-shopper. Warrant officer Clive Douglas, who is currently serving in the US, will soon be reunited with the precious set that he thought was gone for good. Lauren Crimp has the story.

Ireland has been pondering its place within EU and international security and defence structures with some now questioning whether our military neutrality can be maintained. To discusss this columnist and former senior adviser to the Labour Party Fergus Finlay and by retired Army Officer and Independent Senator Dr. Tom Clonan.

I'm the founder & host of Entrepreneurs On Fire, an award-winning podcast where I interview inspiring entrepreneurs to help YOU along your entrepreneurial journey!I'm also the author of The Common Path to Uncommon Success, your 17-step roadmap to financial freedom and fulfillment!If you're tired of spending 90% of your day doing things you don't enjoy and only 10% doing things you love, then you're in the right place. My goal with Entrepreneurs On Fire is to deliver the inspiration and strategies you need to FIRE UP your entrepreneurial journey and create the life you've always dreamed of.I've interviewed over 3,000 incredible entrepreneurs, including Tony Robbins, Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk, Barbara Corcoran, Tim Ferriss, and many more.However, before Entrepreneurs On Fire was even a thought, my journey was full of struggle and searching.After serving as an active duty Army Officer for four years, I tried Law School (1st semester dropout), Corporate Finance and Commercial Real Estate.https://www.eofire.com/about/To View This Episode- https://youtu.be/ZGEJGndrcj4#Johnleedumas #Entrepreneuronfire #podcast #whoknewinthemoment #philfriedrich #puertorico

Monologue:Book RecommendationsManners Done Right!Mystery SeedsRepublican Make UpAI Leans LeftPresidential PupsGuest:We discuss taxes, bonds, community and rowdy school board meetings with Rob McClelland. Rob who is the Director of Business Development at Bauerle Partners, Inc., is currently in his second year on the DSISD Board of Trustees and is the board liaison for the district's Safety and Security Committee. He also serves on the Hays County Sheriff's Office Training Advisory Board and was awarded the Bronze Star, the Combat Action Badge, and the Presidential Service Badge during his 12-year tenure as an Army Officer. Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis  invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life's absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don't need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won't want to miss! New episodes weekly! Send us a textSupport the showSPONSORS: The top Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. www.southstarbank.com Nomic Power Solutions your trusted partner in Austin for turnkey backup generator installation, service, and maintenance for your home. Cody/Dillon-512-387-4232 Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra master-planned community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community. Thanks for listening! Follow us, leave a review, TELL A FRIEND!AppleSpotifyInstagramWebsitemallettandmichelle@gmail.com for inquiries on advertising or gue...

Join us as we visit with Chad Ballestrazze. Chad is an Active-Duty Army Officer with 18 years of service in both Conventional and Special Operations Formations. Chad entered the U.S. Army in 2007 as a Cavalry Scout and served until his selection into the Special Operations Civil Affairs branch in 2013. In 2017 he was selected for the Army's Green to Gold Program and commissioned in 2019He is the founder and CEO of Beyond the Trek, an organization that focuses on creating better generational Americans with lessons learned from leadership in Combat and self-development in the United States Army.Beyond The Trek seeks to develop individuals on a personal level, so they become the person who is a leader to themselves and those that depend on them.Chad has been married to Tawny Ballestrazze and they have two children

In this episode of the AgCulture Podcast, Ben Anderson—a New Zealand farmer with a background in risk management and sustainability—breaks down the economics of the deer industry, the role of forestry in land diversification, and the financial challenges farmers face today. He also shares his thoughts on the changing agricultural landscape in New Zealand and why adding value to raw commodities is more important than ever. Tune in to hear insights on sustainability, resilience, and new opportunities in farming. Available now on all major platforms!This episode was sponsored by: SDG Precision AgMeet the guest:Ben Anderson is a New Zealand farmer, Nuffield Scholar, and former Army Officer with a background in risk management. Growing up on a sheep and beef property, he now operates a diversified farm that includes deer, forestry, and dairy. His Nuffield research focused on the economic and environmental sustainability of the New Zealand deer industry. With a Master's in International Relations from Victoria University of Wellington, Ben brings a global perspective to local agricultural challenges.Connect with our guest on Social Media:LinkedIn(00:00) Introduction(02:40) Economic sustainability(05:44) Diversification strategies(10:12) Deer farming insights(14:40) Forestry opportunities(19:59) Climate change adaptation(26:18) Final Questions

Commissioned in 1995 as a 2nd Lt. and retiring in 2019 as a Lt. Colonel, Clay Novak parlayed his time as a Ranger and an Army Officer into his new passion of writing with his novel "Keep Moving Keep Shooting".  Remember to like, subscribe, and leave a review to help us grow the podcast. Go to www.warstoriesofficial.com to listen to older episodes or to support us by buying our merchandise. You can also support us by becoming a patron here and following us on Instagram and Facebook.

Caleb Campbell is a West Point graduate and former Army Officer. Tired of feeling guilty for 'living the dream' of being a professional football player in the NFL and sick of turning to alcohol, drugs, and sex to numb that pain, Caleb moved to Canada and spent years sleeping on the basement floor of a pastor's home. He has since spent almost a decade on a self-discovery journey, healing his emotional trauma and processing the pain that was keeping him stuck and destroying his life. He is now a renowned public speaker. Check out his website: ⁠https://www.calebcampbell.me⁠ Follow him on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/caleb_campbell⁠ Chapters 1:25 New Chapter 2:12 Exploring Fatherhood and Grief 5:41 The Surprising Nature of Grief 11:14 Navigating Changes in Relationships 16:52 Understanding Grief as a Teacher 22:19 Finding Flow Amidst Grief 27:27 The Weight of Grief 30:22 Befriending Grief for Growth 32:37 Creating Space for Grief 35:27 Navigating Grief in Relationships 40:57 The Healing Power of Vulnerability 46:46 Rituals and Ceremonies for Grief 57:44 Introduction to Grief and Connection 58:15 Resources and Community Engagement Keywords: grief, parenthood, vulnerability, connection, communication, renewal, emotional health, fatherhood, personal growth, relationships ___________________________________ Walk with Jeremy on the Camino in Spain: https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/Camino Follow Jeremy on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠ Sign up for Jeremy's weekly newsletter! Each week, I share a personal story and my favorite books, tunes, articles, and ideas. Click here: ⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds. Check out a list of 100 of Jeremy's favorite books here, including many his guests have written and recommend reading: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠. Here is all of Jeremy's favorite stuff on the planet: ⁠⁠https://www.longdistancelovebombs.com/favorites

Brent Bowers specializes in the investment of raw tracts of vacant land. We had Brent on the show about a year and a half ago and so I'm excited to get caught up with him to see what has changed in his business. As a former Army Officer with over 8 years of service. Brent was spending a great deal of time away from his family, & he knew he needed to make some changes in order to be more present with his wife and children. Once he was back in the States, Brent quickly expanded his land business, hired at a lender team, and (most importantly) bought back time with his family. Connect with Brent Bowers: https://www.thelandsharks.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent1 Highlights: 3:40 - Why Bret Loves Vacant Raw Land 6:12 - Turn Raw Land into Cash Flow 11:20 - Finding Great Deals (the full process) 19:20 - Tactics (the bread & butter) 41:26 - Recourses   Quote: "I'm doing the snowball effect by investing money made from buying raw land and it really turns into something beautiful." Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.  

In this episode, Lt.Col. Brian Kerg joins me to talk about the Battle of Saipan in June/July 1944, and the leadership challenges that arose at the time, resulting in a Marine Corps Officer relieving an Army Officer. Links Commanding the Pacific: Marine Corps Generals in World War II by Stephen R. Taaffe (Amazon) Coral and Brass by Holland M. Smith (Amazon) Howlin Mad vs. The Army: Conflict in Command, Saipan 1944 by Harry Gailey (Amazon) New Guinea and the Marianas: March 1944 - August 1944 by Samuel Eliot Morison (Amazon) To the Marianas: War in the Central Pacific 1944 by Edwin Hoyt (Amazon) Mother of Tanks website (http://www.motheroftanks.com/podcast/)   Bonus Content (https://www.patreon.com/c/motheroftanks)

Charlie Hurdt is an Army Officer who comes to the Break It Down Show via our pal Mike Guardia. Mike is a noted author who's appeared on the show with Pete A Turner a number of times. Charlie is here to discuss his Team Leadership Handbook. Leadership is a vital skill for any business. We hope you enjoy Charlie and Pete's chat about his book.  To get Team Leadership Handbook, amzn.to/4j2qE8d This handbook presents a dynamic leadership style that prioritizes, facilitates, and optimizes teamwork. Several noteworthy books have been written for developing teamwork. Yet, there stands no leadership philosophy to unite and define those beliefs…until now. While most leadership books focus on individual styles of leadership, author Charlie Hurdt realizes that leaders do not exist in a vacuum. By leveraging what he calls the "Team Collaboration Process," the author shows how any leader can empower their teams, and how the team-oriented leadership approach guarantees superior results. Drawing from author's own leadership experience, and a study of various management systems, The Team Leadership Handbook has taken small yet meaningful references, and refined them into a measured, easy-to-use framework primed for any team endeavor. This handbook will ensure the desired "end state" for any team: high performance and high job satisfaction while accomplishing the team's overall mission.

This week on Episode 6 we have Max Krieg. Max is an active duty Army Officer, a previous Army Engineering Dive Officer, and is currently a CrossFit athlete for the US Army Warrior Fitness Team and is looking to qualify for the CrossFit Games. We talk about always finding a way to compete, his road into the world of CrossFit, as well as his training philosophy and future plans. Follow along with his journey on Instagram at @mkrieg55 and enjoy this week's episode. 

This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with retired UK Army officer Bill and discuss his time responding to terror attacks including IRA bombings and the Lockerbie Pan Am Flight 103 bombing and how these events contributed to his PTSD and more. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Podcast you will hear the true stories of life or death self defense encounters from the men and women that lived them. If you are interested in the Second Amendment, self defense and defensive firearms use, martial arts or the use of less lethal tools used in the real world to defend life and family, you will find this show riveting.  Join host and career federal agent Mike Willever as he talks to real life survivors and hear their stories in depth. You'll hear about these incidents and the self defenders from well before the encounter occurred on through the legal and emotional aftermath. Music: bensound.com

Today's guest is Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place. Robb's an experienced real estate developer and is no stranger to business challenges, but starting Exodus Place proved to be an entirely new kind of challenge. We talked about the raw, real, and often misunderstood world of homelessness and addiction, and Robb does not hold back. He shared his journey from helping a single homeless guy to running the largest transitional housing facility in Michigan, and the lessons he learned along the way may just leave you feeling inspired to go help out wherever you can. Can't-miss moments:The "God moment" - hear what inspired Robb to throw everything he had into Exodus Place, even when he already had so much going on in his life... My beef with asking for help: I get good and ranty about the time I had to swallow my pride and apply for food stamps... Turns out none of us are automatically good at a thing? Robb and I share what we've learned about being brand new (and how to handle it with slightly more grace)... Robb's surprising perspective shift that makes it easier for people to seek out help (I wish I'd had this one back in my unhoused days)...The "water bottle trick" Robb used to help someone struggling with addiction discover an unpleasant truth... and then DO something about it...Robb's bio:Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place, champions transitional housing for homeless men. With a background in finance, where he established a leading financial company in manufactured housing, Munger's journey took a pivotal turn when he joined the board of Guiding Light Mission. There, he propelled a struggling rescue mission into prominence and transformed a former state corrections facility into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing, offering new beginnings to those in need.A former Army Officer, Munger's commitment to service shines through his philanthropic work and innovative solutions in community development. His collaboration with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small town within American City has showcased an innovative approach to addressing homelessness, demonstrating the impactful change that results from combining compassion with action. This initiative, with Munger at the helm, has become a testament to the power of collaborative community efforts in making a tangible difference in people's lives.Resources and links: Exodus Place Exodus Place on InstaExodus Place on FBExodus Place on YTRobb on LinkedIn Support the showLet's collab: Book a chat Work with Angie Get the PTKA book Let's connect: Angie's FB Page Angie on IG Angie on YT If you dig the show and want to help bring more episodes to the world, consider buying a coffee for the production team!

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GET CERTIFIED: Earn up to $400K a year as a freelance GOVERNMENT CONTRACT CONSULTANT: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification 27-year-old Ivan Loaiza, a National Guard officer in California, shares his inspiring journey and closing his first government contracting deal as a consultant. After completing the GovClose certification program, Ivan leveraged the skills he learned to help a small startup company navigate government procurement. Within a month of certification, he closed his first deal and is now focused on lead generation and pipeline development for IT and technology companies. 00:00 Introduction to Ivan's Success Story 00:17 Ivan's Background and Motivation 01:14 First Deal and Initial Success 02:41 Program Experience and Benefits 03:40 Remote Work and Family Life 04:15 Certification Journey and Achievements 05:20 Future Prospects and Specialization 05:51 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place, champions transitional housing for homeless men. With a background in finance, where he established a leading financial company in manufactured housing, Munger's journey took a pivotal turn when he joined the board of Guiding Light Mission. There, he propelled a struggling rescue mission into prominence and transformed a former state corrections facility into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing, offering new beginnings to those in need. A former Army Officer, Munger's commitment to service shines through his philanthropic work and innovative solutions in community development. His collaboration with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small town within American City has showcased an innovative approach to addressing homelessness, demonstrating the impactful change that results from combining compassion with action. This initiative, with Munger at the helm, has become a testament to the power of collaborative community efforts in making a tangible difference in people's lives. What You Will Learn: Who is Robb Munger? Rob shares his early experiences in real estate, influenced by his father's involvement in construction and real estate. How did he purchase his first property—a duplex—at age 17 with his father's help? Rob talks about his time in military college, becoming a second lieutenant, and the impact of military discipline on his life. When did he decide to focus on business? Rob elaborates on his journey through different types of real estate investments, including fix-and-flips and land development. What are the different investment strategies? Differentiation between traditional buy-and-hold strategies and commercial property investment for accelerated appreciation. Discussion of cost segregation as a method for maximizing tax benefits through accelerated depreciation. Rob shares details about his current investments, including climate-controlled storage units and an industrial building for seasonal storage. How cost segregation can impact debt service ratios and the financial flexibility it offers investors? What is Exodus Place? Rob's personal journey that led to his involvement in nonprofit work after a chance encounter with a homeless individual. Rob's transition into a leadership role within the nonprofit sector and his efforts to turn the organization around financially. What are the challenges in nonprofit leadership? What is the difference between active and passive income and how Exodus Place represents a proactive solution to homelessness? The importance of building relationships and understanding the needs of individuals in the community, shifting the focus from purely financial metrics to human connections. Rob reflects on his personal growth throughout this journey and the lessons learned from working alongside those he aimed to help. Darin shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Robb Munger: Website: https://www.exodusplace.org/ Email: robb@robbmunger.com  Phone: +1 (616) 550-8090 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbmunger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExodusPlace/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exodus.place.gr/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrDXQpIbWhBJbOV-dhJQZA Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW!   Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg  

Send us a textDon't be fooled by the sweet cover of this picture book by U.S. Army AH-64 Apache combat helicopter pilots, Laura Pangallo Fryar (author) and Morgan Samuels (illustrator). In this interview we geek out on helicopter flying, military careers, “delivering justice” for U.S. ground forces, active duty parenthood, and creative pursuits—and also about their inspiring picture book, Be Something Epic. Laura is a career Army Officer who went through ROTC and, by way of Korea, Germany, Human Resources Command, back to Korea as a Brigade S3 where she had her first child, and NORTHCOM, is currently in her final tour of duty as a Professor of Military Science for Auburn University's Army ROTC program with a cadre of over 180 cadets. Morgan's career followed a similar path until, through the natural progression for a commissioned officer, she wasn't flying as she wanted and decided to leave the Army. She flew scenic tours at Mount Rushmore, oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, and eventually transitioned to fixed wing with the help of the veteran non-profit organization RTAG to ultimately become a 737 pilot for a major airline. In Be Something Epic, we imagine growing up to be an astronaut, a teacher, a dentist, a first responder, or a defender of freedom, and we reflect on what character traits and behaviors we can work on now that will prepare us to be something EPIC. Buy the book: https://literaryaviatrix.com/book/be-something-epic/Did you know you can support your local independent bookshop and me by shopping through my Bookshop.org affiliate links on my website? If a book is available on Bookshop.org, you'll find a link to it on the book page. By shopping through the Literary Aviatrix website a small portion of the sale goes to support the content you love, at no additional cost to you. https://literaryaviatrix.com/shop-all-books/Thanks so much for listening! Stay up to date on book releases, author events, and Aviatrix Book Club discussion dates with the Literary Aviatrix Newsletter. Visit the Literary Aviatrix website to find over 600 books featuring women in aviation in all genres for all ages. Become a Literary Aviatrix Patron and help amplify the voices of women in aviation. Follow me on social media, join the book club, and find all of the things on the Literary Aviatrix linkt.ree. Blue skies, happy reading, and happy listening!-Liz Booker

Negar Mortazavi speaks to Harrison Mann, a former U.S. Army Officer and Middle East intelligence analyst who resigned over U.S. policy in Gaza. He is now a Senior Fellow at Win Without War in Washington. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theiranpodcast/support

Leading with VulnerabilityInsights from a former Army Officer turned Executive Coach Discover the powerful journey of @Turningpoint coach @Tony Cerella, as he shares his perspective on the importance of vulnerability in leadership. Drawing on his unique military experience, Tony shares how embracing vulnerability transformed his career, from leading troops in high-stakes environments to becoming a coach. Initially hesitant about the idea, Tony's journey led him to recognize the power of sharing emotions, reflections, and struggles as a leader. He highlights how vulnerability fosters trust and empathy, creating psychologically safe spaces for teams. Listen in as Tony reflects on @Brene Brown's insights and the lasting impact of vulnerable leadership…Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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This episode features Tim, an inspiring Army Officer and real estate investor who went from fix & flip flops to building a thriving portfolio using creative financing strategies!In this jam-packed interview, you'll learn:

Israel's Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, has informed troops to prepare for a ground invasion of Lebanon following days of airstrikes on the country.Joining Kieran to discuss what this could mean in the future is Independent Senator Tom Clonan, Security Analyst and retired Army Officer as well as Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent for The Economist.

About Robb Munger:Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place, advocates for transitional housing for homeless men. With a finance background, Munger built a leading financial firm in manufactured housing before joining the board of Guiding Light Mission. There, he revitalized a struggling rescue mission and converted a former state corrections facility into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing.A former Army Officer, Munger's dedication to service is evident in his philanthropic work and community development efforts. His collaboration with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small American town highlights an innovative approach to homelessness, demonstrating the impact of combining compassion with action. Under his leadership, this initiative showcases the power of collaborative community efforts in making a real difference. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Robb Munger discuss:Homelessness and its root causesThe impact of mindset shifts on life outcomesNonprofit leadership and social changeSupporting communities and social responsibilityBenefits of empathy in leadership Key Takeaways:Treating homeless individuals like employees, with responsibility and respect, can drastically reduce recidivism rates, as shown by Exodus Place's drop from 45-50% to just 1%.The most significant factor in solving homelessness is addressing personal issues first, like mental health and addiction, rather than simply providing housing.Emotional intelligence and asking deeper, upstream questions can reveal underlying issues leading to homelessness, like trauma or addiction, which allows for more effective intervention.Building a supportive organizational culture focused on love, compassion, and accountability helps empower both the individuals being served and the staff or volunteers providing aid. "If you treat everybody as a person, as an individual, and you are with them when you are with them, it makes a big difference.” — Robb Munger Connect with Robb Munger:  Website: https://www.exodusplace.org/Email: robb@robbmunger.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrDXQpIbWhBJbOV-dhJQZALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbmunger/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExodusPlace/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exodus.place.gr/   See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Tom Clonan, Independent Senator, retired Army Officer and former Lecturer at TU Dublin, joined Mario Rosenstock to give his assessment of this week's walkie-talkie and pager attacks in Lebanon which left dozens dead and hundreds injured.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

Outtake from episode #1724! Sam Guthrie is a retired Army Officer with a career that took him all over the world leading troops and helping prepare them for combat. We talked about his journey into the military and how he ended up in the Pentagon on 9/11! We talked about his immediate reaction - how things unfolded that day - the aftermath - the emotions and more! (The pic I used for the Thumbnail is where Sam was at when the plane hit the Pentagon) To listen to the full conversation click: https://during-the-break.zencast.website/episodes/retired-army-officer-and-military-strategist-sam-guthrie-the-pentagon-on-911 Please consider supporting the podast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/duringthebreakpodcast THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Chattanooga Concrete: www.chattanoogaconcreteco.com Roofingco.com: www.roofingco.com ALL THINGS JEFF STYLES: www.thejeffstyles.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

My special guest 2LT Luke Anderson with the Ohio Army National Guard joins the Snellnation podcast to discuss his commissioning journey to becoming an Army officer. The path can seem quite complex but I assure you knowledge, preparation and opportunity are what you need to make a change for the better. The primary goal as always is to awaken the curiosity in as many people as possible. "A lack of knowledge creates fear. Seeking knowledge creates courage." Candice Swanepoel

#GAZA: Urban warfare Italy 1943-44:  Gaza 2023-24. 2:15 PM - John Spencer is a retired United States Army officer, researcher of urban warfare, and author. He currently serves as the chair of urban warfare studies at the Modern War Institute, co-director of the Urban Warfare Project, and host of the Urban Warfare Project Podcast, at West Point. https://www.foreignaffairs.com/israel/israel-winning 1910 Jerusalem

John Lee Dumas, famously known as JLD, is the electrifying host of "Entrepreneurs On Fire," a podcast that has ignited the entrepreneurial journeys of millions since 2012. With over 3,000 interviews under his belt, JLD has featured icons like Tony Robbins, Seth Godin, and Tim Ferriss, offering listeners unparalleled insights into the world of entrepreneurship. JLD's journey is as dynamic as his podcast. From serving as an Army Officer to navigating careers in real estate and corporate finance, his diverse experiences have shaped his unique approach to success. This eclectic background fuels his passion for empowering entrepreneurs, making him a beacon of inspiration. Beyond podcasting, JLD is a best-selling author with his book "The Common Path to Uncommon Success," where he shares the blueprint for achieving financial freedom and personal fulfillment. Through his engaging storytelling and actionable advice, JLD continues to set the entrepreneurial world ablaze, one episode at a time. During the show we discuss: What Inspired John Lee to Start His Own Podcast The Roles Podcasting Play in Your Overall Marketing Strategy The Common Challenges and Mistakes New Podcasters Face and Make, and How to Overcome and Avoid Them How to Decide on Your Podcast's Niche or Theme, and How Do You Decide on Selecting Guests The Equipment and Software John Recommends for Those Wanting to Start Their Own Podcast John's Tips for Interviewing Guests How to Prepare for Each Podcast Episode The Best Strategies on How to Engage with Your Audience How Often Should You Release Episodes What Metrics to Use to Measure Your Podcast's Success The Key Elements of a Successful Podcast Episode How to Monetize Your Podcast How to Secure Sponsorships How to Promote Your Podcast to Reach a Larger Audience The Benefits of Guest Appearances on Other Podcasts How to Balance Podcasting with Other Business Responsibilities Show resource/s: https://www.eofire.com/

Sam Guthrie is a retired Army Officer with a career that took him all over the world leading troops and helping prepare them for combat. We talked about his journey into the military and how he ended up in the Pentagon on 9/11! We talked about his immediate reaction - how things unfolded that day - the aftermath - the emotions AND where his career took him after he retired from the military from working with Lockheed Martin to a cyber security analyst with JPMorgan Chase & Co. (The pic I used for the Thumbnail is where Sam was at when the plane hit the Pentagon) Please consider supporting the podast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/duringthebreakpodcast THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Granite Garage Floors of Chattanooga: https://granitegaragefloors.com/location/chattanooga Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Chattanooga Concrete: www.chattanoogaconcreteco.com Roofingco.com: www.roofingco.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Brent Bowers joins this week's episode to discuss his unique journey and expert insights of a former Army Officer turned successful vacant land investor.Full Description / Show NotesBrent's career background and how he got started in real estateWhy vacant landThe process of buying and selling vacant landWhat he's learned from buying and selling vacant landThe role REALTORS play when it comes to vacant land real estate dealsTips for newcomers on buying landHis goal for his company

SIGN UP FOR THE FREEDOM FOUR MILER! This run benefits the Colorado Veterans Project and I've got CVP Board President, Brandy Maranian, a U.S. Army Officer veteran, today at 1 to talk about it. This year's run will be held on Saturday, June 29, which means it won't interfere with traditional Fourth of July celebrations. The Freedom 4-Miler is a great opportunity for participants to showcase their American pride while raising funds for local veterans and veteran organizations across the state. Civilians, veterans and uniformed military will run the 1-mile “fun run” or 4-mile run, and to add to the fun, there will be a costume contest where participants will dress in their most ridiculously patriotic attire. In the past we've seen the Statue of Liberty, various Founding Fathers and those in head to toe red, white and blue – we have some fantastic photos, too. Join the race by clicking here.

Nikki is thrilled to share another Sales Success Story from one of her brilliant, amazing, and very talented Sales Maven Society members, Patricia Viscount. In this episode, we dive into Patricia's business and get a before-and-after snapshot of her success since joining the Sales Maven Society. Patricia's confidence and success have increased dramatically. She explains how she started small with a Small Business Saturday offer, which gave her the confidence to tweak her offers and create even more successful ones. Initially shy about sending offers to her list, she now sends them with confidence. Once Patricia took the initial plunge, she felt empowered with each new client as she tweaked and grew her offers. She is also steadily growing her email list and even implemented one of our teachings by adding a fun quiz to attract more signups. You can find this quiz in the show notes below. We also talk about the wonderful support of the Sales Maven Society community. Patricia has made smart and supportive friends in the group, which has helped propel her success and confidence. Having like-minded people to bounce ideas off of has been so much better than going it alone. Joining the Sales Maven Society has helped Patricia become the CEO she was meant to be. She is now confident enough to send offers to her list, test different strategies, and discover what works best. Her list is also growing, and the supportive community feels like having sisters. Patricia is the founder and principal of Patricia Viscount Consulting Ltd. (pronounced VY-Count). A lifelong storyteller, she began her journey with bedtime stories to entertain her sisters. Now, she helps service providers like coaches and consultants craft engaging, authentic, on-brand strategies, website content, and email copy to attract their ideal audience. Before starting her own business, Patricia was an Army Officer and a Communication Specialist in the energy sector. This diverse background has allowed her to translate complex jargon into easy-to-understand content. Nikki loves how Patricia has conversations with clients, then creates brilliant testimonials for their websites, plus gathers information to craft web copy that truly highlights who they are, what they do, and who they serve, so they can attract more ideal clients. Nikki invites you to join the Sales Maven Society. Take advantage of this opportunity for you and Nikki to work together. Bring your questions, concerns, and sales situations; she provides answers and guidance to boost your confidence. Join the Sales Maven Society here, click Join Today, and then checkout and use coupon code 47trial to get your first month for $47.00!   In This Episode: [00:58] -  Patricia is a conversion copywriter. She creates copy that is fun, authentic, and true to the client's brand. [01:18] -  Her proven framework includes interviewing the client and crafting compelling copy to improve rankings, share the clients strengths, and capture testimonials. [02:13] -  The interview process and testimonials are powerful, because Patricia knows how to pull an amazing testimonial out of people. [07:43] -  One good testimonial can be repurposed in many different ways and really maximizes your returns. [08:24] -  Patricia has had her business for eight years. Since she joined Sales Maven Society, she has begun feeling like a CEO. She now has the confidence to stand in her power and send in her offers consistently. [10:29] -  Patricia sent out her very first Small Business Saturday email offer and got two sales which helped increase her confidence.  [14:40] -  Her list is now growing, and she has a brand voice quiz which is really helping.  [16:25] -  Knowing your brand voice is crucial for success. [18:40] -  Patricia explains how AI emails have made a former client's sales go down. Use it as a tool and make it sound like you.  [19:44] -  The Sales Maven Society community has made Patricia feel like these women are her sisters. [20:56] -  It's so fun to see the connections that happen in this supportive group.  [22:48] -  If you take Patricia's quiz, let her know how it went.    For more actionable sales tips, download the FREE Closing The Sale Ebook.   Find Nikki: Nikki Rausch nikki@yoursalesmaven.com Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram Sales Maven Society Work With Nikki Discussion To download free Resources from Nikki: www.yoursalesmaven.com/maven    Find Patricia: Patricia Viscount Patricia Viscount LinkedIn What is your Brand Voice (and why should you care...)? Quiz   

Hey team! Before we dive in, I've got some exciting announcements: 1) Join us on August 8th NJ for an exclusive Advanced Real Estate Investing Workshop & Networking Event at the prestigious Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ.  This premier event is crafted to elevate your real estate investing skills with institutional-level analysis. Whether you're a private investor, a commercial real estate operator, or work in the commercial real estate industry, this is your chance to expand your network and learn from the best. Space is limited, so don't miss out!  Register here: https://www.10xvets.com/advanced-real-estate-workshop 2) On October 1st we're heading to Charleston, SC for an incredible retreat. We'll kick off with a business mastermind session at the Harbour Club in downtown Charleston. Later, we'll set sail on a harbor cruise and enjoy a fantastic dinner together. On October 2nd, get ready for an exciting inshore fishing tournament with a fleet of fishing boats. It's going to be an unforgettable experience and an opportunity to surround yourself with like-minded successful veterans who are pushing each other to greatness.  Register here: https://www.10xvets.com/charleston-event To learn more and register for these events, visit 10xvets.com/events. Hope to see you there! Today's Podcast: “Our vision is that child welfare is enabled, as a system, to support families and children rather than to separate them.” -Jennifer Jacobs, USMA ‘93 Jennifer Jacobs is the CEO and Co-founder of Connect Our Kids, a technology nonprofit dedicated to helping social workers, lawyers, family recruiters, and CASA/GAL volunteers find supportive family connections and natural support networks for America's most vulnerable. The organization's advanced tech tools speed up and scale up techniques for finding extended family members and other caring adults for children in foster care. Jennifer has applied her technical expertise gained from working in nuclear counterterrorism as an Army Officer to Connect Our Kids. The organization has affected 18,000 children and found over half a million connections for those children, touching the lives of over 10,000 American families. In this episode, we discuss: Where Jennifer came up with the idea to create Connect Our Kids How the technology works to help social workers do their job more efficiently Impactful success stories of children being connected with family members and adults in their circle Jennifer's long-term vision for Connect Our Kids and her short-term goals for 2024 The challenges Jennifer is facing and the support she needs to help Connect Our Kids grow Jennifer explains that social workers who work in child welfare can use the tools provided by Connect Our Kids to build out a “map” for a child. This helps to organize all known information about the child's family and other adults in their circle and search for more details on the Internet through the Connect Our Kids People Search technology. By having a tool that searches for and organizes all of the key details, social workers have more time, bandwidth, and emotional energy to do the human work of social work. Due to Jennifer's smart application of modern technology, Connect Our Kids is impacting the lives of thousands of children and families. Thank you, Jennifer, for creating tools that help foster children be connected to their people. Connect with Jennifer: LinkedIn connectourkids.org jennifer@connectourkids.org  If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Also available on Google Podcasts, Spotify & Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Jennifer for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place, champions transitional housing for homeless men. With a background in finance, where he established a leading financial company in manufactured housing, Munger's journey took a pivotal turn when he joined the board of Guiding Light Mission. There, he propelled a struggling rescue mission into prominence and transformed a former state corrections facility into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing, offering new beginnings to those in need.  A former Army Officer, Munger's commitment to service shines through his philanthropic work and innovative solutions in community development. His collaboration with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small town within American City has showcased an innovative approach to addressing homelessness, demonstrating the impactful change that results from combining compassion with action. This initiative, with Munger at the helm, has become a testament to the power of collaborative community efforts in making a tangible difference in people's lives.

From Finance to Philanthropy: Robb Munger's Journey to Transforming Homelessness In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Robb Munger, the founder of Exodus Place, a beacon of hope for homeless men seeking transitional housing. With a successful background in finance, where he established a leading company in the manufactured housing sector, Munger's life took a transformative turn when he joined the board of Guiding Light Mission. Under his leadership, a struggling rescue mission was propelled into prominence, and a former state corrections facility was converted into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing center. A former Army Officer, Munger's dedication to service is evident in his philanthropic work and innovative approaches to community development. His collaborations with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small town within American City highlight a unique and effective method of addressing homelessness. Munger's initiative stands as a powerful testament to the impact of combining compassion with action, showcasing how collaborative community efforts can make a tangible difference in people's lives. Join us as we explore Munger's journey, the challenges he faced, and the remarkable changes he has brought to the lives of many.

With the right mindset and environment, psychedelic therapy is transforming lives by addressing the root causes of mental illness and fostering lasting positive impacts on individuals and communities. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Josh Halu. Josh is the founder and CEO at The Psychedelic Exchange (PsycheX), an online platform for community support, education, and a therapist directory specifically for Psychedelic Psychotherapy. Josh is a dynamic leader committed to revolutionizing mental health care through the innovative use of psychedelic therapies. His background, steeped in military leadership from his time at West Point and as an Army Officer, fuels his dedication to a critical mission: bringing the number of veteran suicides down to zero. With his deep understanding of mental illnesses, including trauma, depression, and PTSD, as well as the unique challenges faced by veterans, Josh is pioneering new approaches in mental health care. He strives to transform the landscape of treatment and support for all, while destigmatizing the use of psychedelic medicines for mental wellness. We're excited to have Josh with us to discuss psychedelic psychotherapy and his platform PsycheX that is creating a unified resource for qualified therapists specializing in psychedelic therapies, community support, and education.   For more information about Psychedelic Exchange, please visit: https://psychex.com To sign up for the PsycheX Newsletter, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIyEHvYymQvIqeDwQTvsfOgL9sXe2HhYxD_CXV8e4mQG1LtA/viewform Connect with PsycheX on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychexchange Connect with PsycheX on Instagram: https://instagram.com/psychedelicexchange Connect with PsycheX on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicxchange

Check out today's episode as we dive into the niche and lucrative world of land investing with expert Brent Bowers. Known as The Land Shark, Brent shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in land investment. Learn the simplicity and profitability of investing in land compared to other real estate assets, and start generating passive income!   KEY TAKEAWAYS Why choose land investing over traditional real estate? A detailed account of Brent's first land deal How to scale and systematize your land investing business Tips and tools for identifying profitable land markets  Disposition strategy for selling land and maximizing returns   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Redfin Zillow PropStream REI Pebble Grab your free Land Offer Letter Template Doc and more! Join The Land Sharks Community at https://www.thelandsharks.com/lol for instant updates right in your inbox. Want to keep it simple? Download a ready-to-use, handwritten-style postcard at https://www.thelandsharks.com/postcard. Start connecting with landowners today and make your land acquisition moves! Get one-on-one private coaching on how to get your FIRST STORAGE DEAL within 6-12 months by texting "STORAGE DEAL" to 305-318-6213. This is a limited offer, so save your spot and don't miss out!   TWEETABLES “Top tip for anybody who's just starting out is you want to deal with investor-friendly title agents because that's so important.” - Brent Bowers You always have to find valuable, solid team members and title companies because these are critical to a real estate investor's success. - Alex Pardo   ABOUT BRENT BOWERS Brent Bowers is a land investor and the founder of The Land Sharks, a program that teaches how to create a passive income through land investment. As an Army Officer with over 8 years of service, Brent was spending a great deal of time away from his family, and he knew he needed to make some changes to be more present with his wife and children. Brent began investing in real estate to support his family while spending more time with them. In a short period of time, Brent was able to expand his business, hire a team, and (most importantly) spend quality time with his family while still working hard and helping others. Brent now helps other investors learn the ins and outs of buying land.   CONNECT WITH BRENT Website: The Land Sharks LinkedIn: Brent Bowers ASCEND Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life, Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life:  

ABOUT BRENT BOWERSBrent Bowers is the Land Coach at The Land Sharks. As an Army Officer with over 8 years of service, Brent Bowers was spending a great deal of time away from his family, and he knew he needed to make some changes in order to be more present with his wife and children. His interest in real estate began in 2007 when he purchased his first home.While Brent invests in many different types of real estate, his favorite investment strategy deals with buying and selling vacant land, and he enjoys sharing his expertise in this area with his coaching clients. Brent chooses to live his life based on Bob Burg's quote, “Your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people's interests first.” He is passionate about helping other people find success in real estate investing, particularly in land investments.   THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: How the Landsharks came aboutFrom military to real estate investorReal estate network and communityLand flipping as a side hustleWhat attracted him to land flipping and land dealsHow to go about finding the owners of this land dealsWhat type of land deals are they targeting?About the deal in FloridaOpportunity to developProcess of sending Land offer lettersWholesaling deals on LandAverage Timeline for Land Deals Mass Mailing strategy Finding a good assistant to scale your businessOvercoming Analysis ParalysisConnect with Brent   KEY QUOTE:  “People would ask me if I am afraid that real estate is getting oversaturated, but then the more people I talk about this, the more people would send me deals. “     SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: The Land Sharks Program is your easy, step-by-step guide for how to find land for pennies on the dollar…and quickly turn around and sell that land to an avalanche of hungry buyers for massive profits…and do it ALL without using your own money.  ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK   The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication.     The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professional that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com.       #RealEstateWealth #LandInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #LandDevelopment #InvestmentProperty #LandAcquisition #LandOwnership #PropertyDevelopment #LandValue #LandForSale #LandROI #InvestInLand #LandPortfolio #LandMarket #LandAppreciation #LandOfferLetters #AgricultureLand #LandInvestmentStrategy #PassiveWealth #LandSharks #PassiveInvestment #RealEstateStrategy #FinancialFreedom #InvestmentOpportunities #InvestmentInsights #RealEstateTips #DealDeepDive #Syndication #JoinTheWINpod #WestsideInvestorsNetwork     CONNECT WITH BRENT BOWERS:Website:  https://www.thelandsharks.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent1 Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/brentlbowers1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentlbowers        CONNECT WITH US   For more information about investing with AJ and Chris:  ·    Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/      For information on Portland Property Management:  ·    Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com  ·    Youtube | @UptownProperties      Westside Investors Network  ·    Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/  ·    Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx  ·    Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/  ·    Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  ·    Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  ·    Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  

Today, I share my conversation with the Founder of PsycheX, Josh Halu, and his invited guest, suicide loss survivor-mom Natika Terrell. Plant Medicine has gotten a bad rap, becoming stigmatized in 'hippie culture' that led to government bans, which are (thankfully) now beginning to disappear, allowing for unparalleled mental health research and incredible breakthroughs! I did not step into this topic lightly. While I have been curious for a while (as I know several people who have greatly benefited from psychedelics), allowing that stigma to play a role, I have kept it at arms distance at best. Then Josh Halu reached out. I have been researching, listening, and even leaning in ever since. I am very excited to share this conversation with you, hoping it may add another possibility to your toolbox! PsycheX's Mission: Is to create a unified, trustworthy, and inclusive platform that fosters connections, education, and opportunities in the psychedelic industry.Their Vision: To make psychedelics a cornerstone of mental health care by developing the most comprehensive, trusted, and inclusive platform for resources, education, and therapy options.Today, we discuss plant medicines such as ketamine, ayahuasca, mdma, mushrooms (psilocybin), and more...Find PsycheX HEREMeet Josh"Josh Halu, Founder and CEO of The Psychedelic Exchange, is a dynamic leader committed to revolutionizing mental health care through the innovative use of psychedelic therapies. His background, steeped in military leadership from his time at West Point and as an Army Officer, fuels his dedication to a critical mission: bringing the number of veteran suicides down to zero. With his deep understanding of mental illnesses, including trauma, depression, and PTSD, as well as the unique challenges faced by veterans, Josh is pioneering new approaches in mental health care. He strives to transform the landscape of treatment and support for all, while destigmatizing the use of psychedelic medicines for mental wellness."Find JOSH HERE on his WEBSITEReach him at info@psychex.com  Here on InstagramMeet NatikaNatika Terrell is a mother who has used psychedelics to aid in healing the trauma of losing her daughter, Carla to suicide in February of 2015.  Through this loss journey she has been able to be more vulnerable in sharing her story as well as how she is facing life now.  She aspires to be a motivational speaker who helps to be a voice for mental health including the power of psychedelics and plant medicine for mental health and healing.______________________________________________________________________[Please note that this episode is not intended as an endorsement of psychedelics, and Melissa is not a doctor or medical professional. As always, you should consider seeking medical (or appropriate) guidance when considering their use & possible outcomes.]  ______________________________________________________________________My WEBSITE "The Leftover Pieces; Rebuilding You" is support central.REGISTER for Monthly SUPPORT after Suicide loss HEREIf you, or someone you know, is struggling  with suicidal thoughts PLEASE reach out:CALL 988   OR, you can also TEXT the word "HOME" to 741741 in the USASupport the show

Episode 159: As an Army Officer with over 8 years of service, Brent Bowers was spending a great deal of time away from his family, and he knew he needed to make some changes in order to be more present with his wife and children. His interest in real estate began in 2007 when he purchased his first home and began exploring real estate investing as a way to support his family while being able to enjoy more time with them, as well.  In a short amount of time, Brent was able to expand his business, hire a team and, most importantly, spend quality time with his family while still working hard and helping others. While Brent invests in many different types of real estate, his most successful investment strategy is buying and selling vacant land, and he enjoys sharing his expertise in this area. Brent chooses to live his life based on Bob Burg's quote, “Your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people's interests first.” He is passionate about helping other people find success in real estate investing, particularly in land investments. What you'll learn about in this episode: In this engaging episode of The Mentor Podcast, host Ron LeGrand invites special guest Brent Bowers, a remarkable entrepreneur thriving in the land investment niche. Together, they delve into the world of land flipping, offering listeners an insightful look into creating additional income streams through real estate, specifically focusing on the unique opportunities vacant land presents. Brent shares his journey from starting in real estate, facing setbacks, and eventually finding success in land investing, highlighting the strategic approaches and mindset shifts that led to his accomplishments. Key Topics Covered: Introduction to Land Flipping: Brent shares his journey from initial struggles in real estate to discovering and excelling in the niche of land flipping, emphasizing the simplicity and effectiveness of his investment strategy. The Appeal of Vacant Land: The discussion highlights the benefits of investing in vacant land, such as the lack of maintenance, the potential for seller financing, and the significant interest income generated from these investments. Strategies for Acquiring and Selling Land: Brent details his process for identifying undervalued land, acquiring it at a discount, and selling it at a profit. He emphasizes the importance of seller financing as a method to generate passive income. The Role of Direct Mail in Land Flipping: The episode covers the specifics of Brent's direct mail strategy, including sending postcards and offer letters to landowners who might be motivated to sell, and how this approach generates leads and deals. Scaling the Business and Delegation: Brent speaks on scaling his land flipping business, the importance of delegation, and utilizing systems like CRM tools to manage the process efficiently. Market Selection and Research: Insights into selecting the right markets for land flipping are shared, with Brent discussing how he uses tools like Redfin to analyze demand and set pricing strategies for different regions. Success Stories and Practical Tips: The episode features success stories from Brent's land flipping ventures, providing listeners with practical tips and encouraging them to take action based on the valuable information shared. Resources: Sign up for a Free Mentor Panning Session: https://www.RonLeGrand.com/Plan Free Training: www.TheMentorPodcast.com/Terms Get Ron's $599 Wholesaling course for FREE when you join his Gold Club for ONLY $59 a month! – www.TheMentorPodcast.com/GC159

In this week's episode of Warriors Unmasked, we plunge into the visionary world of Josh Halu, the Founder and CEO of The Psychedelic Exchange, whose remarkable journey from military leadership to pioneering mental health advocate is nothing short of inspiring. Josh, a West Point graduate and former Army Officer, carries the torch of hope for countless veterans suffering in silence. His mission is fueled by a profound dedication to eradicate veteran suicides through the transformative power of psychedelic therapies. Josh's narrative is a testament to the resilience and courage that define our veterans. Drawing from his extensive experience in the military, he understands the depths of trauma, depression, and PTSD that plague many who have served. This intimate knowledge guides his groundbreaking work, positioning him at the vanguard of a mental health revolution. By championing the responsible use of psychedelic medicines, Josh aims to destigmatize their application in therapeutic settings, offering new horizons of hope and healing. The Psychedelic Exchange, under Josh's leadership, symbolizes a beacon of innovation in mental wellness. It's not merely about introducing new treatments but about changing the narrative around mental health care for veterans and, by extension, for society at large. His approach is a bold departure from conventional methods, advocating for an integrative model that honors the complexity of the human psyche and the unique challenges faced by those who have served. Josh's journey is a compelling narrative of transformation and service. From the rigorous discipline of military training to the uncharted territories of psychedelic research, his path is a reflection of his unwavering commitment to his fellow veterans. This commitment shines through in every aspect of his work, driving forward a vision where mental health care is accessible, compassionate, and tailored to the individual needs of those it seeks to serve. As listeners, we are invited to explore the possibilities that Josh's work unveils. His story is a powerful reminder of the potential within each of us to make a difference, to challenge the status quo, and to extend a hand to those in need. Join us on this journey of discovery, resilience, and hope by hitting play on this episode of Warriors Unmasked. Let's embrace the challenge together, inspired by Josh's dedication to a world where every veteran has the support and care they deserve.   GUEST LINKS:   Website: http://psychex.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicxchange  Instagram: https://instagram.com/psychedelicexchange  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychexchange  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@psychedelicexchange    LINKS: malarchuk.com/book  malarchuk.com  www.thecompassionateconnection.com www.warriorsunmasked.com  Join Chuck's Text Community: 251-418-7966 Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Subscribe To Our YouTube My Community Contact   Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 Introduction + Messages From Our Sponsors  00:12 Josh's Early Life and Military School Experience 04:18 Military Career and Personal Challenges 05:22 Dealing with Trauma and Mental Health 14:26 Journey to Healing: The Appalachian Trail 16:14 Discovering the Power of Psychedelics 21:38 Living Authentically and Embracing the Present 27:51 Reflections on Life's Journey and Gratitude 35:54 Life's Journey and the Passage of Time 36:41 The Importance of Living in the Present 37:12 The Reality of Mortality and Valuing Relationships 39:17 The Power of Being Present and Mindful 39:30 The Struggle of Living in the Moment 42:13 The Impact of Distractions and the Importance of Solitude 48:14 The Power of Vulnerability and Asking for Help 49:18 The Psychedelic Exchange: A New Approach to Mental Health 01:03:57 The Power of Connection and Embracing Life's Ups and Downs  

Our guest for this week's show is real estate investment expert, Quinn McArthur. Quinn is the founder of Apex Capital and co-founder of Legacy Land Fund. Apex Capital is a real estate private equity firm that invests in various asset types across the country. While Legacy Land Fund focuses on strategic land note acquisitions. Quinn is a graduate from West Point and a former US Army Green Beret who uses the principles he acquired serving in the special forces to pave his way into a becoming a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. Highlights: 4:50 - Transition from Active Duty to a whole new career 8:36 - The Business of Land Investing 13:40 - What is the Target Audience for Funding? 22:30 - Hiring Land Specialists / Valuing Land   Contact Quinn: https://www.legacylandfund.com/   ☑️ Recommended Resources: Check out our company and our investment opportunity by visiting www.SunriseCapitalInvestors.com Self DirectedIRA Investment Opportunity–Click Here: https://www.advantaira.com/partners/s... To Learn More About How You CanInvest With Us Through Your SDIRA Accredited Investors Click Here: https://sunrisecapitalinvestors.com/ to learn more about partnering with me and my team on Mobile Home Park deals! Grab a free copy of my latest book “The 21 Biggest Mistakes Investors Make When Purchasing their First Mobile Home Park...and how to avoid them MobileHomeParkAcademy.com Schedule your free 30 minute "no obligation" call directly with Kevin by clicking this link https://www.timetrade.com/book/KV2D2