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In this inspiring episode, we're honored to host the President & Founder of Warrior 360, a distinguished leadership and organizational development company. With 14 years of military service as a U.S. Army officer in the Infantry and Special Operations communities, his leadership journey is nothing short of remarkable. Brad's passion lies in driving value for companies and teams through authentic relationships, trust-building, and leadership development. Explore the importance of helping others realize their extraordinary potential, defining expectations as a leader, and providing feedback to eliminate blind spots. Join us for this compelling conversation on making positive and intentional choices, avoiding the victim mentality, and embracing a "1 team, 1 mission, 1 fight" mindset for success.Brad Israel is committed to the study and application of leadership. On 9.11, Brad took on the responsibility to serve his country and lead men in combat. He has deployed all over the world as an Airborne Ranger & Green Beret.Some of Brad's awards and decorations include two Bronze stars, an Army Commendation Medal with a “V” device for valor in battle, a Meritorious Service Medal, a Combat Infantryman's Badge, an Expert Infantryman's Badge, an Airborne Tab, Ranger Tab, and Special Forces Tab.Brad is a 2017 Presidential Leadership Scholar and a TEDx speaker.Brad drives value with companies and teams through building on genuine relationships & trust, leadership development, and the impact we can have on one another. He has worked with companies in size from Startups to Fortune 500 corporations.Brad's greatest accomplishments are marrying his wife Anna and raising their three wonderful and energetic boys, Lyon, Jackson, & Hutch.Hear from Brad about:The event that prompted him to take action and change his life completely.Showing up, learning, and asking questions to find your dance floor.The lessons he learned leading men in combat.People around you have extraordinary potential and your job as a leader is to help them realize that.The importance of trust and transparency.How defining expectations and coaching is never ending.Giving feedback and receiving it - no blind spots.Inviting your team in with 1 Team, 1 Mission, and 1 Fight.How crucial mid-level leadership is - they are the force multiplier.Coaching up or coaching out.His mantra, Choices over Circumstances.Subscribe to the Multifamily Streamlined Podcast here.Burning questions? A hot topic? Guest you'd like to hear? Email us at podcast@streamlinemultifamily.com.Join us every Thursday at 8:00 AM EST for Rise and Shine with Streamline. ALL ARE WELCOME.Upcoming EmpowHER event on 10/10/2023 in Nashville, register here.

This year our Guest is Ryan Keogh: Ryan Keogh, originally from Caldwell, Idaho, was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army upon his graduation from the United States Military Academy at West Point. Ryan served as a conventional Army infantry officer, leading a platoon of soldiers during a yearlong deployment to Northeast Afghanistan, before being selected to serve in the US Army's elite 75th Ranger Regiment in Fort Benning, GA. While assigned to 3rd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment Ryan completed multiple deployments in support of the Global War on Terrorism as a Ranger Rifle Platoon Leader and Ranger Operations Officer. After more than 8 years on active duty, including 3 years deployed to combat, Ryan retired from the Army after losing his right leg below the knee. He has numerous awards and decorations including the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman's Badge, and the Ranger Tab. Ryan entered the corporate workforce in 2013 as the National Operations Manager from Mission Produce, the largest Avocado and Mango grower & distributor in the world. While working at Mission, he completed his MBA from Emory University. Since 2017, Ryan has worked in the Private Equity portfolio and holding company industry partnering with Oaktree Capital and the Stephens Group. He currently is the Chief Commercial Officer for the Pearlman Group, the holding company that operates several multi-channel distributors of supplies, tools and equipment used by specialty contractors in various end markets. He currently resides in a suburb of Atlanta (Berkeley Lake, Georgia) with his wife (Laura) and 3 daughters – Taylor (9), Sloan (8), and Chandler (6). Video about Joe Kapacziewski: https://www.google.com/search?q=joe+kap+ranger&oq=joe+kap+ranger+&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i22i30l2.3723j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:3f995416,vid:jPSVUDOqpjg May is Mental Awareness Month Been observed since 1949 Some Generic mental health resources: National Alliance on Mental Illness nami.org American Hospital Association https://www.aha.org/mental-health-awareness-month Mental Health America https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month National Council for Mental Wellbeing https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/mental-health-awareness-month/ Resources for enlisted people: USO - https://www.uso.org/stories/2664-military-suicide-rates-are-at-an-all-time-high-heres-how-were-trying-to-help Department of Defense: News release on the Annual Report on Suicide in the Military https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3193806/department-of-defense-releases-the-annual-report-on-suicide-in-the-military-cal/ Link to the full report: https://www.dspo.mil/Portals/113/Documents/2022%20ASR/Annual%20Report%20on%20Suicide%20in%20the%20Military%20CY%202021%20with%20CY21%20DoDSER%20(1).pdf?ver=tat8FRrUhH2IlndFrCGbsA%3d%3d Veteran Resources: The Veterans Crisis Line (confidential support) * 1-800-273-8255 * Or text 838255 * VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat Stop Soldier Suicide * https://stopsoldiersuicide.org/ * 844.235.2764 A lot veterans struggle w/ transition out of service Resource for Transition: * https://military-transition.org/

You can't be a part of Arizona and not know know the name, Pat Tillman. He was a man of honor, courage and bravery. And while he isn't here in body, his legacy continues on each and every day through the Pat Tillman foundation. Pat's run just celebrated its 19th year, last weekend. The 4.2 mile run ending at 42nd yard line on ASU Sun Devil field in memory of #42 himself. This week I have the honor of speaking with Pat Tillman Foundation CEO Dan Futrell. Dan has a long list of accolades to his name. Growing up in foster care before moving to California to be raised by a single dad. He went on to graduate from Gonzaga on an ROTC scholarship which led him to the military path after graduating. After 5 years in the service he was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Ranger Tab, and two Bronze Star Medals. In 2011 he was part of the 3rd class of the Pat Tillman foundation and since 2019 holds the title of CEO.    Calendar of Events  Junk in the TrunkHappening this weekend at WestWorld, come and make one person's junk another man's treasures. Shop over 120,000 sq. ft. filled with 160+ vintage curators and handmade artisans from across the country. Enjoy live music, local food trucks and a unique shopping experience. Jazz FestivalDon't forget your tickets to the Jazz Festival at the end of this month. Starting at $50, there will no doubt be a weekend of fun. And don't forget to check out all the events this month to celebrate our city's love of jazz by listening to Jazz Fest coordinator, Doc Jones who was on last week's episode  Inaugural Irish Golf Scramble for Scottsdale Sister & St. Patrick's Day Parade & FaireJoin Scottsdale Sister Cities and the Valley's St. Patrick's Day Parade & Faire on May 12, 2023, for a day of golf and Irish fun at the Silverado Golf Club in Scottsdale. With your participation, they are educating our young Arizona Irish Community and building the next generation of Arizona ambassadors to Ireland. Deadline is May 5 to register for the May 12 tournament.

You can't be a part of Arizona and not know know the name, Pat Tillman. He was a man of honor, courage and bravery. And while he isn't here in body, his legacy continues on each and every day through the Pat Tillman foundation. Pat's run just celebrated its 19th year, last weekend. The 4.2 mile run ending at 42nd yard line on ASU Sun Devil field in memory of #42 himself. This week I have the honor of speaking with Pat Tillman Foundation CEO Dan Futrell. Dan has a long list of accolades to his name. Growing up in foster care before moving to California to be raised by a single dad. He went on to graduate from Gonzaga on an ROTC scholarship which led him to the military path after graduating. After 5 years in the service he was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Ranger Tab, and two Bronze Star Medals. In 2011 he was part of the 3rd class of the Pat Tillman foundation and since 2019 holds the title of CEO.    Calendar of Events  Junk in the TrunkHappening this weekend at WestWorld, come and make one person's junk another man's treasures. Shop over 120,000 sq. ft. filled with 160+ vintage curators and handmade artisans from across the country. Enjoy live music, local food trucks and a unique shopping experience. Jazz FestivalDon't forget your tickets to the Jazz Festival at the end of this month. Starting at $50, there will no doubt be a weekend of fun. And don't forget to check out all the events this month to celebrate our city's love of jazz by listening to Jazz Fest coordinator, Doc Jones who was on last week's episode  Inaugural Irish Golf Scramble for Scottsdale Sister & St. Patrick's Day Parade & FaireJoin Scottsdale Sister Cities and the Valley's St. Patrick's Day Parade & Faire on May 12, 2023, for a day of golf and Irish fun at the Silverado Golf Club in Scottsdale. With your participation, they are educating our young Arizona Irish Community and building the next generation of Arizona ambassadors to Ireland. Deadline is May 5 to register for the May 12 tournament.

Throughout his career Jeff has received many awards and decorations. Some of his awards include the Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Military Freefall Master Parachutist Wings, and several foreign service awards. He has been awarded other commendations throughout his military career. His combat experience includes participation in the invasion of Panama, Operation Desert Storm, Black Hawk Down in Somalia, and more than a dozen combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. Jeff has many medals for his combat service and bravery, including the Silver Star. He holds a Ph.D. from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. He is an award-winning author with several books in print. He and his wife, Dawn, have five children and four grandchildren. He is a professor, podcaster, and pastor.  However, his greatest passion is helping others follow King Jesus. Bonus you can listen to my appearance on Jeff's Unbeatable Podcast here   You can learn more about Jeff via his website jeffstruecker.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Instagram   For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Youtube, Tik Tok and Instagram

“If you come from a background and a family that have not taught you about finances, use your transition time and resources available to become smarter or find that person who can help.”  –  Tony Mayne In today's episode, we welcome, Tony Mayne the Chief Executive Officer of Ranger For Life, he was among the first United States Army special operators to respond to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Tony served 12 years as a part of the US Special Operations Command, including nine years in the 75th Ranger Regiment. He retired in 2020 with 20 years of active federal service. Throughout his career, Tony has received many awards and decorations, none more cherished than his 75th Ranger Regiment shoulder sleeve insignia, Ranger Tab, and Combat Infantryman's Badge. He has participated in and finished the US Army Best Ranger Competition and was a member of the winning team for the Bataan Memorial Death March.  [00:01 - 06:48] Opening Segment If you have a platform and you want to create content that DELIVERS, go over tohttp://knightly.productions/ ( knightly.productions)! For the first part of my interview with Tony, tune in to last Monday's episode   [06:49 - 07:45] Find A Financial Planner To Make Financial Decisions Tony shares that his key to success for veterans is to be proactive and engage with professional Department of Defense has gotten 100% right in setting initial pre-separation counseling for retirees Veterans should start planning their transition out of the military by dialing back their goals and objectives Have a financial planner to help you make decisions about your finances   [07:46 - 12:19] Closing Segment Tony advises considering performance coaches to help improve your mental and brain health Connect with Tony (links below) Join us for Tactical Friday! Head over tohttps://www.myvoicechallenge.com/discovermyvoice ( myvoicechallenge.com) to find out how you can discover your voice, claim your independence, and build that thriving business that you've always wanted!   Key Quotes: “If you do not have a financial planner, it is time to think like your civilian peers and at least speak with one and get a consultation.” - Tony Mayne “We don't set goals, we set bulleted objectives.” - Tony Mayne Connect with Tony Website: https://rangerforlife.com/ (https://rangerforlife.com/) Website: https://tonymayne.com/ (https://tonymayne.com/) Website: https://gallantfew.org/ (https://gallantfew.org/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/rangermayne (@rangermayne) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rangermayne/ (Tony Mayne) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rangermayne (Tony Mayne) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-build/id1460804469 (The Real Build Podcast)    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue on putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to expand their leadership capacity or clickhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tactical-leadership/id1498567657 ( here) to listen to our previous episodes. Tactical Leadership is brought to you by Knight Protection Services. A veteran-owned and operated company, with extensive experience in risk assessment and crime prevention. Find out more by visitinghttps://knightprotectionllc.com/ (  https://knightprotectionllc.com/) If you want to learn how to build a better business check out my website athttps://beatacticalleader.com/ ( Beatacticalleader.com). You can connect with us onhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/zaknight ( LinkedIn),https://www.instagram.com/beatacticalleader/ ( Instagram), or joinhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/BATLgroup/ ( Our BATL Space) and become part of the community.

“You don't realize it when you transition. You've got to build a functional team to help you and that is hard for folks to kind of wrap their heads around generally.” – Tony Mayne In today's episode, we welcome, Tony Mayne is the Chief Executive Officer of Ranger For Life, he was among the first United States Army special operators to respond to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Tony served 12 years as a part of the US Special Operations Command, including nine years in the 75th Ranger Regiment. He retired in 2020 with 20 years of active federal service. Throughout his career, Tony has received many awards and decorations, none more cherished than his 75th Ranger Regiment shoulder sleeve insignia, Ranger Tab, and Combat Infantryman's Badge. He has participated in and finished the US Army Best Ranger Competition and was a member of the winning team for the Bataan Memorial Death March.  [00:01 - 05:37] Who is Tony Mayne? Zack introduces his guest, Tony Mayne! Tony's military experience includes serving as an infantry officer in the 75th Ranger Regiment, earning numerous awards and decorations Tony is the founder of the “https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-more-elite-podcast/id1569832695 (A More Elite Podcast)”, which aims to build communities rooted in American values  [05:38 - 09:39] Transitioning Out Of The Military and Into A Career Tony shares one of his favorite stories from his podcast Special operators learn to ask questions and be inquisitive, which helps them in their transition into civilian life Veterans should aim to replicate the functions of a team in their transition, as this can be difficult for some A lot of universities have devoted parts of either public policy or psychology departments to trying to determine happiness Becoming an employer-based society [09:40 - 22:12] Veterans Are A Valuable Asset To Any Business Transitioning from a military career to a civilian can be difficult for veterans Veterans are a valuable asset to any company and can bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the workplace His organization, “https://gallantfew.org/ (gallawtfew)”, provides reintegration for veterans, as well as coaching in areas such as finances, social life, and professional development His organization, “https://rangerforlife.com/ (Ranger For Life)”, focuses on spiritual wellness for veterans, and helps them find the right job and navigate the civilian world There is no statistically significant link between your spirituality and suicide attempts, but there is a two-thirds less chance of suicide if you know your spirituality [22:13 - 27:58] Closing Segment Tony encourages others to check out his work!  Connect with Tony (links below) Join us for Tactical Friday! Head over tohttps://www.myvoicechallenge.com/discovermyvoice ( myvoicechallenge.com) to find out how you can discover your voice, claim your independence, and build that thriving business that you've always wanted!   Key Quotes: “Human beings are meant to be in community. We're not meant to be isolated.” - Tony Mayne “When we find out why they join the military, we can figure out what they need to do to be successful. And provide them happiness on the outside.” - Tony Mayne Connect with Tony Website: https://rangerforlife.com/ (https://rangerforlife.com/) Website: https://tonymayne.com/ (https://tonymayne.com/) Website: https://gallantfew.org/ (https://gallantfew.org/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/rangermayne (@rangermayne) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rangermayne/ (Tony Mayne) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rangermayne (Tony Mayne) Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue on putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to expand their leadership capacity or...

Success Made to Last Author's Corner with the Honorable Allen B. Clark: talking about Soldier's Blood and Blooded Money:Wars and the Ruling Elites. Allen is a 1963 West Point Graduate, PTSD survivor who lost both legs below the knees following an enemy mortar barrage while serving in Vietnam. He is the recipient of a Silver Star, a Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman's Badge. Allen has held several positions of significance in the U.S. government. His book shares the results of extensive research covering 150 years. This book calls us to action to PAY ATTENTION to leaders, politicians, lawyers and titans that profit from wars. What's most important ...profit to a few or physical and emotional wounds to millions?

Our guest this week on the Original Sports podcast with Mark Maradei is Dan Futrell. Futrell, a 2011 Tillman Scholar, brings more than 15 years of cross-sector experience to the Pat Tillman Foundation. Upon graduating from Gonzaga University's ROTC program, Dan served five years as a Ranger-qualified Infantry Officer as a platoon leader, company commander, and aide-de-camp. His most notable deployment was for 15 months with 3-2 Stryker Brigade in 2006-07, where he was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge.We will talk with Dan about his role as CEO of the Pat Tillman Foundation, about the mission  of and who benefits most from the foundation along with his vision of future growth of the foundation. For our “We just gotta know” segment we will ask Dan who has been instrumental in the growth of the Pat Tillman Foundation. Website: https://www.danfutrell.com/ https://pattillmanfoundation.org/ Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Youtube https://www.facebook.com/pattillmanfnd/ https://twitter.com/pattillmanfnd https://www.instagram.com/pattillmanfnd/ https://www.linkedin.com/school/pat-tillman-foundation/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6wIca5fiO68faK2rZ4-1Q =========================== CONNECT WITH US =========================== Check out our websites, apps and much more: https://www.originalsportspodcast.com/ Like our Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/OSPwithMMJoin the conversation on Twitter https://twitter.com/OSPwithMMFollow us on Instagram pics https://www.instagram.com/originalsportspodcast                        Reach out to us on Snapchat at: OSPwithMMWatch our Tik Tok at: OriginalSportsPodcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZuudj681oIAbnscyHBa0g?view_as=subscriber=========================== Feel free to let us know if you have any comments or questionsBy emailing us at: OriginalSportsPodcast@gmail.comVoice intro: Matt NobleIntro and outro music provided by Charlie HodgsonSocial Media Manager: William FranciscusWebMaster : Terri MaradeiJoin us each week to Experience the “O” on the Original Sports Podcast!!!

Episode 609 Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin are First Class Fathers and co-authors of the #1 Bestselling Book on Amazon, Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation. Pete Hegseth, father of seven, is the co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend, America's #1-rated cable morning television show. He is an army veteran of Afghanistan, Iraq, and Guantanamo Bay who holds two Bronze Stars and a Combat Infantryman's Badge for his time overseas. Pete is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. David Goodwin, father of three, is a founding board member and was headmaster of The Ambrose School in Boise, Idaho for 13 years. Over 100,000 copies of his work "Discover Classical Christian Education" are in print. He is the editor of The Classical Difference Magazine, and president of the Association of Classical Christian Schools. In this Episode, Pete and David discuss their new book, Battle for the American Mind. They describe how after 16,000 hours of K-12 indoctrination, our kids come out of government schools hating America. They roll their eyes at religion and disdain our history. We spend more money on education than ever, but kids can barely read and write—let alone reason with discernment. They offer solutions on how to remake schools in the United States. They give hope to parents who are concerned for the future of their children's education. They offer some great advice for new and about to be Dads and more! Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation https://a.co/d/dg6TfZ9 First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 Watch on Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/FirstClassFatherhood More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

https://eversmannadvisory.com/ (Matt Eversmann) enlisted in the Army as an infantryman in December 1987. Matt spent time with the 10th Mountain Division and eight-and-a-half years with the Ranger Regiment, serving as a squad leader, a weapons squad leader, the battalion air operations sergeant, the battalion liaison sergeant, and a platoon sergeant. Matt was also the officer in charge of the 75th Ranger Regiment's Pre-Ranger Course, training future leaders to pass the grueling Army Ranger School. In August of 1993, Matt and his company deployed to Mogadishu, Somalia, in support of Operation Gothic Serpent. The deployment was made famous by the 2001 Ridley Scott film Black Hawk Down, in which Matt is portrayed by Josh Harnett. For his service in Somalia, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Valor device and the Combat Infantryman's Badge.  Matt's last military assignment was as an Infantry Company First Sergeant in the 10th Mountain Division. He and his soldiers spent 15 months in Iraq during “the Surge” fighting Al-Qaeda and implementing the counter insurgency strategy.  He is an Emmy-award-winning documentarian and has co-authored two New York Times Best Seller list books—https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089SP8DMD?tag=hbgtracking90-20 (Walk in my Combat Boots) and https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08W51RL7D?tag=hbgtracking90-20 (E.R. Nurses)—with James Patterson. They are currently working on their third project. Matt joined Clint to discuss his time in the Army and the experience of being portrayed on the silver screen.

Michael E. Nolan was born in Royal Oak, Michigan, but grew up in Columbus, Ohio. He is the son of an Irish-American sailor who married a beautiful Puerto Rican from a good family. His dad would spend a few decades, after leaving the Navy and having a stint at the University of Michigan, engaged in various creative entrepreneurial endeavours until he eventually became a farrier, invented the Nolan Hoof Plate, and enjoyed some modest success towards the end of his days. The entrepreneurial roller coaster of his father's life, however, was offset by Michael's mother who provided the family with some stability through her own employment at the Ohio State University and the support of her family back in Puerto Rico.Once he turned eighteen, Michael joined the military as an infantryman and eventually served in the Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserves, and the Army National Guard between the years 1990 to 2016. During his military service, he participated in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Provide Promise/Deny Flight, and United Nations Operation Somalia with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines. With the 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines he participated in Joint Task Force Six along the U.S.-Mexican border. He also did two tours in Iraq, first with the 1452nd Transportation Company in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 04-05, and then with the 3rd Battalion, 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 07-08. His military decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal (3 awards), Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (7 awards), and the Combat Infantryman's Badge among others.During this time, Michael graduated magna cum laude in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Franklin University. He also holds a Master of Business Administration degree (2006) from the University of Phoenix as well as a Master of Science degree in National Resource Strategy (2013) from The Eisenhower School at National Defense University where Michael was an Afghanistan/Pakistan Fellow and a member of the Land Combat Systems industry study. He also has almost twenty years of civilian service in both the defence and intelligence arenas that included roles as the Chief Financial Officer for the standup of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency as well as a Senior Advisor to the Ministry of Defense of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.Having been raised by an entrepreneur and seeing first-hand how to start, build, and eventually sell a business, Michael was always tinkering with businesses of his own. This ranged from ventures as diverse as farrier services to a business brokerage. Michael's passion, however, always seemed to lie with financial related endeavours. He found success helping clients in both real estate and as a foreign exchange proprietary trader before settling into the management of his own portfolio and shifting his attention to writing. Now, Michael focuses his time and efforts on producing high-quality content focused on the warrior tradition.When he's not working, Michael enjoys spending time practising the martial arts. He is a lifelong martial artist having studied various arts from all over the world but focusing his efforts primarily on the Chinese martial arts. He studied Wing Chun and Tai Chi from Dr Fred Ming-An Wu starting in 1983 until Dr Wu's death in 2000, excepting periods of military service. Currently, Michael studies Shuai Chiao in Northern Virginia under Master Nick Masi, a student of Dr Daniel Chi-hsiu Weng, himself a top disciple of the world-renowned Grandmaster Chang Tung-Sheng. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sgt. Josh Remillard served in the Army as a mortarman. He deployed twice to Iraq, in 2007 and 2010. During his first tour, he earned a Combat Infantryman's Badge. Remillard describes how he defied orders to protect civilian lives, as well as the horror of experiencing war up close. To learn more about Josh, listen to his interview on Burn the Boats.

Today's guest is Ron Milam, a combat veteran of the Vietnam War and Associate Professor of History at Texas Tech University. Ron earned his Ph.D. at the University of Houston "a little later life," and at Texas Tech teaches the Vietnam War and graduate and undergraduate courses in Military History. His latest teaching interest is terrorism and insurgency, which developed from his being named an Academic Fellow for the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. He served as a Fulbright Scholar to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and as the Academic Advisor for the semi-annual Vietnam Center-sponsored student trips to Vietnam and Cambodia. He is a founding faculty advisor to the Texas Tech Veterans' Association. He is now Executive Director of the Institute for Peace and Conflict at Texas Tech, which includes the world-renowned Vietnam Center and Sam Johnson Vietnam Digital Archive. The annual conferences put on by the Texas Tech Vietnam Center are a mainstay for any Vietnam scholar - Ron has been both architect and participant in these conferences for years. Ron is the author of Not a Gentleman's War: an Inside View of Junior Officers in the Vietnam War, published by the University of North Carolina Press, and the editor of The Vietnam War in Popular Culture: The Influence of America's Most Controversial War on Everyday Life (2 volumes), published by ABC-CLIO/Praeger. He is currently working on "The Siege of Phu Nhon: Montagnards and Americans as Allies in Battle," which deals with one of the most significant battles in the late days of the Vietnam War. Ron is a Texas Tech Teaching Academy member, recipient of the President's Excellence in Teaching Award, the Chancellor's Council Excellence in Teaching Award, the President's Excellence in Teaching Professorship. He serves on the Board of Directors of the David Westphall Veterans Foundation, which operates the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Angel Fire, New Mexico, and was appointed by Secretary of Veteran's Affairs Robert Wilke to the Veteran's Advisory Committee on Rehabilitation (VACOR). Ron's military decorations include a Bronze Star for valor and a Bronze Star for service, an Army Commendation Medal for valor and one for service, the Vietnamese Cross for Gallantry with Bronze Palm, a Combat Infantryman's Badge, Parachutist's Badge, and the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 stars. In 2015, Ron was inducted into the Officer Candidate School (OCS) Hall of Fame at the National Infantry Museum at Fort Benning, Georgia. He rides and collects motorcycles and is one of the most generous people in the military history world. Join us for our chat with Ron Milam! Rec. 11/18/2021

Matthew joined the U.S. Army and served in the 3rd Infantry Division as a machine gunner and squad marksman. He conducted 400+ combat missions during two tours in Iraq, receiving the Combat Infantryman's Badge and a Purple Heart for shrapnel wounds resulting from a large IED explosion. He was honorably discharged in 2006. Matthew now serves as a detective with the NYPD in the elite, three-member forensic artist unit. Detective Klein's primary focus is creating the likeness of suspects for “wanted posters” when there is no surveillance footage by interviewing witnesses. His forensic sketches have resulted in many perpetrators being brought to justice. Now Matt runs Battle Tribe, the perfect fusion of nerd, military, and pop culture to the masses. This week Matt tells the story of his journey from a kid in New York to the hallowed ranks of the NYPD through service to his country and a special skill that he always had in the back of his mind.

We chat with Dave Closson, director of the mid-America Prevention Technology Transfer Center to discuss the role of motivational interviewing in campus prevention and the importance of building connection in disparate prevention organizations.  Dave is a national expert on substance misuse prevention and law enforcement. He is the author of the Amazon Best Seller, “Motivational Interviewing for Campus Police.” Dave was named to the “Top 40 Under 40 Military Class of 2016” by Military Transition News. He is currently the owner of DJC Solutions LLC, a national training and consulting company.‌Dave also serves as the Director of the Mid-America Prevention Technology Transfer Center. He previously worked as a T/TA Specialist for SAMHSA's Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies and was formerly the Assistant Director of the Illinois Higher Education Center. Dave brings a unique experience to substance misuse prevention, having served as a Police Officer at Eastern Illinois University (EIU).‌Dave is proud to have served in the Illinois Army National Guard for 6 years and was deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was award two Army Commendation Medals, one for valor and one for meritorious service, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Air Assault Badge, National Defense Service Ribbon, Iraq Campaign Medal and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.

CHECK THIS OUT!!!!    AFGHANISTAN. WAR. DESPAIR. HOPE. RESCUE. JESUS.    The Asking Why podcast with Clint Davis is bringing a very special episode covering the current crisis on Afghanistan and a unique testimony of epic proportions!!    Clint is an Army Veteran of Afghanistan and now a clinical therapist trained in trauma is HONORED to have his friend/brother in Christ, and fellow veteran Sergeant Major (retired) Jeremy Morton on the podcast!! Jeremy deployed numerous times to Iraq & Afghanistan to conduct direct action missions and hostage rescue operations as a part of Special Operations Unit, Delta Force. Clint and Jeremy want to take the moment to instill hope and give encouragement to our brothers and sisters in arms and everyone watching these events. You matter and your efforts matter!!    This podcast will be a two part event.   Part 1 will be covering Jeremy's time building up to 9/11 and Delta Force.    Part 2 will be his deployments and times of service along with some brief opinions on the current crisis. Clint and Jeremy hope this testimony shines light in these dark times and shows how Jesus can bring beauty from the ashes of war.    "Sergeant Major retired Jeremy Morton was born and raised in east Texas. In 1994 he graduated from Henderson High School and enlisted in the US Army. In December of 1994 Jeremy departed from Shreveport, Louisiana and traveled to Ft. Benning, GA for Infantry Basic Training. After graduating basic training, Jeremy attended Airborne School and the Ranger Indoctrination Program (RIP). Upon successful completion of RIP, Jeremy was assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, 1st Ranger Battalion in Savannah, GA where he served for 5 years as a mortar man, infantry team leader, infantry squad leader and infantry weapons squad leader. In the summer of 2000 Jeremy moved to Ft. Polk, LA to serve in the Joint Readiness Training Center as an Observer Controller.    After the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, Jeremy answered the call to serve his country in a new capacity. In March of 2002 he volunteered for and attended the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment - Delta (1st SFOD-D) assessment and selection. Jeremy successfully completed the selection process and moved to Ft. Bragg, NC with his wife Alyssa to begin Delta's Operator Training Course (OTC). Upon completion of OTC, Jeremy was officially assigned to the Unit and placed on an operational team. For the next 14 years, Jeremy deployed numerous times to Iraq & Afghanistan to conduct direct action missions and hostage rescue operations.    Sergeant Major Morton retired from active duty in June of 2016 and he and his family moved back to Shreveport, LA. Sergeant Major Morton's notable awards include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, The Iraq Campaign Medal with 6 Campaign Stars, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, Bronze Star with Valor, 6 Bronze Stars, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the United States Army Presidential Unit Citation, and the Valorous Unit Award."

CHECK THIS OUT!!!!    AFGHANISTAN. WAR. DESPAIR. HOPE. RESCUE. JESUS.    The Asking Why podcast with Clint Davis is bringing a very special episode covering the current crisis on Afghanistan and a unique testimony of epic proportions!!    Clint is an Army Veteran of Afghanistan and now a clinical therapist trained in trauma is HONORED to have his friend/brother in Christ, and fellow veteran Sergeant Major (retired) Jeremy Morton on the podcast!! Jeremy deployed numerous times to Iraq & Afghanistan to conduct direct action missions and hostage rescue operations as a part of Special Operations Unit, Delta Force. Clint and Jeremy want to take the moment to instill hope and give encouragement to our brothers and sisters in arms and everyone watching these events. You matter and your efforts matter!!    This podcast will be a two part event.   Part 1 will be covering Jeremy's time building up to 9/11 and Delta Force.    Part 2 will be his deployments and times of service along with some brief opinions on the current crisis. Clint and Jeremy hope this testimony shines light in these dark times and shows how Jesus can bring beauty from the ashes of war.    "Sergeant Major retired Jeremy Morton was born and raised in east Texas. In 1994 he graduated from Henderson High School and enlisted in the US Army. In December of 1994 Jeremy departed from Shreveport, Louisiana and traveled to Ft. Benning, GA for Infantry Basic Training. After graduating basic training, Jeremy attended Airborne School and the Ranger Indoctrination Program (RIP). Upon successful completion of RIP, Jeremy was assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, 1st Ranger Battalion in Savannah, GA where he served for 5 years as a mortar man, infantry team leader, infantry squad leader and infantry weapons squad leader. In the summer of 2000 Jeremy moved to Ft. Polk, LA to serve in the Joint Readiness Training Center as an Observer Controller.    After the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, Jeremy answered the call to serve his country in a new capacity. In March of 2002 he volunteered for and attended the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment - Delta (1st SFOD-D) assessment and selection. Jeremy successfully completed the selection process and moved to Ft. Bragg, NC with his wife Alyssa to begin Delta's Operator Training Course (OTC). Upon completion of OTC, Jeremy was officially assigned to the Unit and placed on an operational team. For the next 14 years, Jeremy deployed numerous times to Iraq & Afghanistan to conduct direct action missions and hostage rescue operations.    Sergeant Major Morton retired from active duty in June of 2016 and he and his family moved back to Shreveport, LA. Sergeant Major Morton's notable awards include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, The Iraq Campaign Medal with 6 Campaign Stars, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, Bronze Star with Valor, 6 Bronze Stars, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the United States Army Presidential Unit Citation, and the Valorous Unit Award."

In 2017, he founded Rob Campbell Leadership, a leadership coaching, and speaking business helping organizations grow leaders and increase employee engagement. Rob is a 30-year practitioner and student of leadership. He is a John Maxwell certified executive leadership coach and speaker. Colonel Rob Campbell began his service in the Army as an infantry officer in 1990. In a career spanning 27 years, Rob served as the Commander or CEO of an infantry brigade of nearly 5,000 men and women in the 101st Airborne Division. He is an Army Ranger, Parachutist, and combat veteran of our wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Rob is decorated with the Combat Infantryman's Badge and three Bronze Star medals. He served during recovery efforts following Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. Rob has written two best-selling books, one on leadership and the other on military transition. Rob also serves as the Executive Director for VETtoCEO, a veteran entrepreneurship program. In this role he made curriculum improvements, boosted social media presence, and formed strategic partnerships. His website is www.robcampbellleadership.com

Command Sergeant Major (CSM), retired, Michael T. Hall brings over 34 years of military service and nine years of commercial sector experience to the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) board of directors. He currently is an independent executive coach and consultant and devotes his time to several veteran organizations. Most recently, he served as chief of staff of North American Sales at Scotts Miracle Gro Company. Prior to this, he was an independent leadership and organization consultant for several commercial companies and the Department of Defense. He also held different leadership roles at the McChrystal Group and Lockheed Martin Corporation. CSM Hall's military career began when he joined the United States Army in 1976. He served in a variety of positions over the next three decades, leading up to his appointment as the Command Sergeant Major of the United States Army Special Operations Command in 2001. CSM Hall served in multiple deployments including Multi-National Force Observer Mission-Sinai and Operations Just Cause, Desert Storm, Uphold Democracy, Joint Endeavor, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. Following his retirement from active duty in 2008, he was recalled in 2009 to assume the role of Command Sergeant Major for the International Security Assistance Force. He retired again from active duty in 2010. His leadership earned him numerous awards and decorations, including a Distinguished Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Combat Action Badge, and Master Parachutist with Combat Star. CSM Hall is the executive director of the Three Rangers Foundation and serves on the boards of Gallant Few, Inc; Sua Sponte; and the Special Operations Medical Association Board of Advisors. He also currently serves as the Honorary Command Sergeant Major of the 75th Ranger Regiment. As a continuation of his commitment to service, CSM Hall joined the WWP board of directors in 2018.

Dan Solla, is a veteran of the United States Army Infantry served as rifleman in the 1st Armored Divisions 1/36 Infantry Battalion from Ray Barracks Friedberg, Germany. He served as a rifleman in Iraq for 15 months during the Iraqi Invasion in 2003-2004 where he was actively engaged in ground combat. He was awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge. He has struggled with with PTSD symptoms, addiction, and how he self-medicated his symptoms, his overdose and needing help for long-term treatment. He talks about his experiences, triggers, symptoms and “even being afraid of my own shadow” from being a young man signing up after 9/11. He is able to overcome all of these challenges as a veteran. He is resilient and received his Bachelor's of Arts in Political Science from the University of Tennessee and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from University of Tennessee College of Law. He is very active helping his fellow veterans through PTSD Foundation & Camp Hope. He helps veterans navigate the local VA, residential treatment programs, Veteran Court System, in several counties in the State of Georgia. He partners with local veteran groups Vetlanta, Hope Center for Veterans, American Legion and local hospitals.

Ken talks about some of the critical moments and people in his life's journey. In 1974, his single mom headed across the country from Washington DC to California with just a suitcase and her young son Kenny. Her steely resolve and courageous spirit helped to define the man that Ken is today. Ken continues to serve after 28 years as an Infantryman. His most defining leadership moment was serving as a Battalion Commander in combat. Ken talks about the pain of losing soldiers killed in combat. Most notably the soldier pictured here Specialist Jordan Morris being awarded his Combat Infantryman's Badge... he was killed in action the next day. We learn that Morris was actually a West Point Cadet serving time in the Army under the Army Mentorship Program. Had he not been killed in action, he would have returned to West Point as a cadet in good standing. Ken looks forward to a day when he will road-march across the country retracing the journey his mom took with him from Washington DC to San Diego. 

About the Lecture: The authority of the President in national security affairs is a long-contested issue. Join us for a discussion on the parallels of this debate between this and past eras. Mr. Thomas Wilson will provide a peek into the internal dynamics of the Iran-Contra investigation, which will include an examination of the political and legal issues involved, noting the constitutional issues raised and contested. Mr. Wilson's central role in a political and legal drama that lasted well into the 1990's makes him uniquely well placed to discuss the investigation. About the Speaker: Mr. Thomas Wilson has led a varied and high profile career. After graduating with a BA in history from Georgetown University, he went on to pursue a law degree from Georgetown Law School. Upon graduation, rather than going into legal practice, he decided to join the US Army, serving in the 6th Special Forces Group (Airborne), in the United States from 1967 to 1968, and in the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in the Republic of Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Combat Infantryman's Badge, and Parachute Wings (from the United States, Israel, and the Republic of Vietnam). After military service, he pursued an MBA from Columbia University before going into legal practice. His legal career spanned more than 40 years and included representing clients such as CIA Costa Rica Station Chief Jose Fernandez in the Iran-Contra affair; the Assistant to President George H. W. Bush in an Independent Counsel investigation into the 1992 search of then Presidential candidate Bill Clinton's passport file; a client investigated for making allegedly illegal campaign contributions to the 1996 Clinton/Gore re-election campaign; the former Director of MKULTRA, the CIA's Cold War drug testing program; as well as a major private security firm in a very sensitive, high-profile investigation sited in Baghdad, Iraq. Mr. Wilson has been lead counsel on a host of matters before numerous appellate tribunals, including most United States Courts of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Until his retirement in 2013, he served as of counsel in the Washington, D.C. office of Berliner, Corcoran & Rowe, L.L.P., where he practiced general litigation with specialties in complex civil, administrative and white-collar criminal litigation.

Recipient of 3-Purple Hearts for combat wounds in Vietnam. There are only a few 3-time Purple Heart recipients living today in the entire USA. brbr Military: Team leader of an infantry group in Vietnam and lead his team on several combat missions. Recipient of 3-Purple Hearts for combat wounds in Vietnam. There are only a few 3-time Purple Heart recipients living today in the entire USA. He served with the First Cavalry Division [Airmobile] and received the Air Medal for combat flight missions. Awarded the Combat Infantryman's Badge for combat engagements. Retired from the U.S. Army due to extensive combat wounds. National Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart organization 2000-01. *Over 20 years as a public speaking and health care management consultant. *Licensed health care administrator and hospital administrator. *Convention speeches, company retreats, and training lectures specialist. *Consulting and speaking on leadership and management performance topics since 1980. *Interim executive for companies that need a short-term administrator, executive director, RVP, or executive. *Specializing in reviving and redirecting organizations that have slipped away from generally accepted management principles. Specialties: Retreat organizer and facilitator for companies and organizations; Speaker at banquets and/or company dinners; Facilitator at business training sessions. Managing companies or businesses on an interim basis as the organization seeks a full-time executive. Author of published leadership articles.

Claims, Employment, Education and changes Lt. Col Wilbert B. Forbes, Former Deputy Secretary for the Veterans Administration, Maryland He is a Past Department Commander of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) for the State of Maryland Former Deputy Secretary for the Veterans Administration, Maryland. Prior to this appointment, he was a Contract/Consultant Investigator conducting security background investigations for applicants seeking security clearances for positions of trust and responsibility in various agencies in the federal government. Mr. Forbes is very supportive of matters recognizing the service and sacrifices of veterans. He is a Past Department Commander of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) for the State of Maryland and has served as the Sixth District National Executive Committee Alternate, representing the DAV Departments of Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia, West Virginia and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. During his tenure with the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, Deputy Secretary Forbes continues to be a dedicated advocate for veterans and their families. He has been involved in a number of instances whereby assistance and help has been provided to those who were in need. His involvement with homeless veterans on the state's Eastern Shore has resulted in the establishment of a veterans' service center which bears his name Forbes Hall Veterans Education and Training Center, Salisbury, Maryland. Most recently, Deputy Secretary Forbes was honored by the African American Patriots Consortium, Inc., and was awarded the Paul L. Thompson Humanitarian Medal for his unyielding commitment to veterans as an innovative leader who has made Maryland the model for service delivery to veterans and truly represents the legacy of Paul. Thompson. He is the recipient of the Department of the District of Columbia, American Veterans' (AMVETS) Americanism Award for his patriotism and service within the veterans' community. Recently, for the school year 2011-12, he was inducted into Morgan State University's ROTC Bear Battalion Hall of Fame recognizing his services to ROTC Alumni Chapter and the veteran community. As a retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel, with combat service in Vietnam (1967-68), he received numerous awards during his military service, including the Combat Infantryman's Badge. As a public servant he retired from the US Department of Labor, where he managed a national investigative program.