Podcasts about Gold Star

Matt and Mike Lisowski take listeners through the arc of their lives—from childhood as a Gold Star family in Georgia and Germany after losing their father, to the diverging but ultimately converging paths that led them to West Point. Mike's detour through prep school and Matt's start in college set the stage for their military careers in both the Army and the Navy. The brothers reflect on how loss, family, and service shaped who they became and the lives they've built beyond the military.

In episode 167, I sit down with actor, writer, director, and producer Steven Grayhm to dig into the 14-year journey behind his new movie Sheepdog and why truthful storytelling about veterans and combat trauma cannot afford to be filtered through a political lens. From his first encounter with a struggling tow truck driver in 2011 to years embedded with veterans, families, and VA clinicians, Steven shares how listening without prejudice became the foundation of this film and why he refused to “bend the knee” to Hollywood to get it made. Sheepdog is not another war movie or PTSD cliché but a deeply human story about post-traumatic growth, fragmented families, and the way ordinary people carry extraordinary burdens. Throughout our conversation, we challenge the idea that stories about war, veterans, and mental health should serve any party, policy, or culture-war narrative, and argue aggressively that they must exist to serve the people who actually lived them — period.  We unpack how character, craft, and performance can honor veterans and Gold Star families without turning them into propaganda pieces or pity objects, and why audiences deserve movies and podcasts that tell the truth as we see it, even when that truth is messy, uncomfortable, or unflattering to anyone's politics.  If you care about actors doing the work, about movies that respect the veteran community, and about storytelling that refuses to be weaponized, this episode will give you a clear, uncompromising case for art that chooses honesty over agenda every single time. Episode Sponsors: VM Merch Go Pills -- use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. BUBS Naturals -- use "veteranmade" at checkout for 20% off your order. True Made Foods -- use "VET" at checkout for 15% off your order. Ruck Sox -- use "VETERANMADE15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Bravo Actual -- use "Veteran Made" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ https://www.instagram.com/sheepdogthemovie/ https://www.instagram.com/sgrayhm/ https://www.instagram.com/teamhousestudios/

Joe Oltmann opens the week with a single truth bomb: America has only ONE problem—a uniparty that betrays its warriors and steals its votes. From Mexico exploding into chaos while their socialist president shields cartels. Then the gut-punch: Tina Peters, Gold Star mom, coughs blood in a freezing cell while Colorado's “Republican” machine funds the same ES&S fraud boxes that jailed her. One problem. One enemy. One fight.Adam DeRito—Sky Soldier, whistleblower expelled from USAFA, author of the DeRito Act—comes locked and loaded. He'll tell the story of how the same Pentagon that weaponized psych evals against him now protects Colorado's rigged election system. Barbara Kirkmeyer wants to be governor in 2026—Adam calls her out by name: legacy RINO, budget-committee enabler, zero action on audits or machines. When GOP “leaders” abandon Tina Peters and fund the fraud, is it incompetence… or treason? Adam doesn't mince words: burn it down or bow down.The finale detonates the MAGA civil war: Trump torches Marjorie Taylor Greene over H1B visas, calls her “wacky traitor,” then unloads on Thomas Massie for daring to demand Epstein files. Donors vs. America First. AIPAC cash vs. American workers. The base is screaming while the President swings at his own. Is the movement fracturing at the worst possible moment? 4PM ET—lock in, pick a side, or watch the Republic burn.

As the Jeffrey Epstein smokescreen sucks all the news out of the media, we see how everything that's been going on is connected, and it all traces back to the open border. As Trump encourages House republicans to vote for the release of all Epstein related materials, the media dance on the line: Making sure they don't accuse Trump of any misconduct, but leading every horse to that water. Gold Star mom Tina Peters calls Steve Bannon's War Room from prison and drops the truth about Dominion voting systems... Colorado's secretary of state... and the cartels. Trump calls for Tina Peters' release from prison.

Discograffiti is the deep-dive podcast for music obsessives. In this episode, we feature the next entry in The Chuck Granata Pet Sounds Interview Series. It's Chuck's chat with legendary Gold Star engineer Larry Levine, the man responsible, side by side with The Wrecking Crew, for building Phil Spector's "Wall of Sound”. His peak accomplishments include “Be My Baby”, “Summertime Blues”, “River Deep, Mountain High”, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'”, “He's A Rebel”, "Then He Kissed Me", A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector, Pet Sounds, Smile, and so many others. Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss poached Larry in 1967, making him A&M Records' Chief Engineer. Larry passed away just a few years after this interview in 2008, which makes this posthumously released “Chuck Chat” yet another priceless buried treasure.   Here are just a few of the many things that Larry discusses with Discograffiti in this podcast: The early days of Gold Star and working with Phil Spector; The Phil Spector session that became the turning point in his working relationship with the producer; How Larry created the very first echo chamber, and an in-depth overview on how it developed over time; Larry's assessment of Brian Wilson's overall character; How Phil talked about Brian to Larry when Brian wasn't around; And his relationship with Chuck Britz. There'll be a short sneak peak running publicly for free, but the entirety of this podcast will only be accessible on the Major Tier of Discograffiti's Patreon. Don't miss it, or you'll only be getting part of the story. Get it as a one-off, or better yet just subscribe…and then we'll all have world peace. Full Episode: Patreon.com/Discograffiti (available on the Major Tier & up) Free Sneak Peek: linktr.ee/discograffiti Subscribe to Discograffiti's Patreon and receive a ceaseless barrage (4 shows a week!) of must-hear binge-listening. It's completely free to be a basic member, $1 to get your backstage pass, $5/month for the weekly Sunday show by & for our community, $10 for weekly early release, ad-free, super-extended Director's Cuts of the main show plus access to half our Patreon episode archive, & $20 for Discograffiti's weekly bonus episodes and access to our entire Patreon episode archive. There are now over 400 Patreon episodes.

Joe Oltmann Untamed opens with X fire: Kash Patel's “social media genius” and Dan Bongino's gait-analysis lies shield the pipe bomber while bureaucrats and lawyers hold America hostage. Then the gut punch—Tina Peters, Gold Star mom, cancer survivor, jailed 9 years for copying Dominion data. She's coughing blood in a Colorado cell while feds “review” transfer and Dems stall: “No request received.” No one's moving. She's dying for the truth.Juan O'Savin & Tracie Halvorsen drop utahcorruption.com's federal class-action nuke. Utah's “reddest state” is a RINO fraud factory: Lt. Gov. Henderson trashed convention votes, ran fake primaries under SB54's secret “mansion meetings,” and let donors buy seats. No independent SOS—just a governor's puppet. Why sue? To burn the rigged system down.Friday closes with “funny but not funny” chaos: Idaho's Tranny Socialist, JFK's grandson gunning for Nadler's seat, Michigan's furry Democrat “Elyon Badger”, a Commie elected in NY, and a liberal meltdown for the ages. This is the circus running for office. 4PM ET—lock in, speak up, or surrender.

Amber's husband, a Gulf War veteran, died from adenocarcinoma caused by toxic exposure during his military service. Thirteen months into widowhood, Amber shares the realities of watching illness unfold, raising awareness about the long-term effects of service, and learning how to rebuild life after loss. She's even got some good widow-brain stories, plus a very lovely selection of favorite cheeses.  IYKYK.*Check our Patreon for AD FREE Episodes, or to submit tributes of your person to be read in an episode! *http://www.patreon.com/wwdnSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

This week on Duologue, Leslie sits down with actor, humanitarian, and true American patriot Gary Sinise, best known for his role as Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump, to talk about his life's mission of service.From his early work with Vietnam veterans to founding the Gary Sinise Foundation, Gary has dedicated decades to supporting our nation's defenders, veterans, first responders, and their families. In this heartfelt conversation, he shares how his journey from Hollywood success to humanitarian leadership began, the incredible work of the Foundation, and how the legacy of his late son, Mac, continues to inspire their mission.Leslie and Gary also discuss the Lt. Dan Band, the Foundation's Snowball Express program for Gold Star families, and the power of gratitude, purpose, and giving back.If you've ever wondered what true service looks like, this episode will remind you.Learn more or donate atgarysinisefoundation.org. New episodes of Duologue are released every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss a new one! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In our final hour, we were joined by former Michigan Basketball Head Coach John Beilein and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Talking Hoops" segment. Huge, John, and Josh talked about how great the Pistons have been playing as they're currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference, previewed tonight's Michigan/Wake Forest Game, gave their thought's on Michigan State's win over Arkansas, and more. We then played another Gold Star interview as Huge spoke with Jamie Kline who told us about her brother-in-law Matthew Webber, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we're broadcasting from the American Dunes Golf Club in Grand Haven as we're honoring our Service Members on Veteran's Day. We kicked off the show talking with Matt Cook who is the VP of Community Relations for Lake Michigan Credit Union. He and Huge talked about the impact of Folds of Honor and American Dunes, talked about some of the great ways they connect with our Veterans and the Community, and Matt told us that LMCU will be donating $5,000 to Folds of Honor. We then played an interview Huge had with Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney who started American Dunes and Folds of Honor. He and Huge talked about how it all began, told us a cool story about how Folds of Honor helped a family, and much more. We wrapped up the hour with Bob Partridge and Gretchen Tellman who are Board Members for LMCU. They talked about the impact that American Dunes has had on them, told us about their connection to Golf, talked about LMCU and their core values, and much more. In our second hour, we thought it would be fitting to play some Gold Star interviews so we could honor a couple of guys who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. We were first joined by David Warsen Sr. as he talks about his son David Warsen Jr. We then played our Gold Star interview with Lucas Smith, who told us all about his brother Ross Smith. In our final hour, we were joined by former Michigan Basketball Head Coach John Beilein and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Talking Hoops" segment. Huge, John, and Josh talked about how great the Pistons have been playing as they're currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference, previewed tonight's Michigan/Wake Forest Game, gave their thought's on Michigan State's win over Arkansas, and more. We then played another Gold Star interview as Huge spoke with Jamie Kline who told us about her brother-in-law Matthew Webber, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

During our Gold Star interview, Huge spoke with Jamie Kline who told us about her brother-in-law Matthew Webber, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by Lucas Smith as he talks about his brother Ross Smith, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by David Warsen Sr. as he talks about his son David Warsen Jr., who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our second hour, we thought it would be fitting to play some Gold Star interviews so we could honor a couple of guys who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. We were first joined by David Warsen Sr. as he talks about his son David Warsen Jr. We then played our Gold Star interview with Lucas Smith, who told us all about his brother Ross Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ruth Mortenson, a gold star mom and author of Undaunted: The Reunion of the Fighting Men, shares stories of the men of 1st Battalion Fifth Marines and how they have fared 20 years after leaving Iraq. She also discusses new treatments for PTSD and improvements at the VA. 

The video transcript proposes a simple and painless method for supporting veterans by suggesting that individuals redirect their credit card cashback rebates to a charitable organization. The speaker emphasizes that this approach requires no additional personal spending or budgeting adjustments, instead leveraging money that is already being returned to the user. The organization Tunnels to Towers (T2T) is specifically highlighted as a highly reputable charity that provides mortgage-free smart homes for injured veterans and offers support to Gold Star families and first responders. The central theme encourages viewers to establish a monthly habit of turning their "free money" into real-world impact as a meaningful way to honor Veterans Day.I used NotebookLM to put this together using my Video as it's source: https://youtu.be/CHoI4hdk0p4

Video - https://youtu.be/CHoI4hdk0p4A simple, cost-free way to honor Veterans Day - donate your credit card rebates to a veteran charity like T2T. No extra spending, just big impact.Honor Veterans Day in a simple, meaningful, and completely painless way. Instead of digging into your wallet, redirect the cashback rebates your credit card already gives you. It's money you never actually spent, and it can do real good when you pledge it to a veteran-focused charity like Tunnels to Towers (T2T). https://t2t.org/This small habit turns spare “extra” money into real-world support for injured veterans, Gold Star families, and the first responders who stand between us and disaster. It costs you nothing, adds up over time, and reminds us that gratitude doesn't need to be complicated to be powerful. Let your credit card rebates become a quiet thank-you to the heroes who gave so much for our freedom.Make it a habit. Make it meaningful. Let your “free money” do something extraordinary.Don't forget to listen to the song I've proudly created to honor our Vets: https://youtube.com/shorts/1DYFUCSF0yQI used ChatGPT 5, ScreenPal, and Pictory.ai to put this information together.

Bear Handlon has lived a life of service, from the battlefield to the boardroom. The former U.S. Navy SEAL and CEO of Born Primitive joined me for a conversation about purpose, leadership, and what it means to truly give back. Bear shared the story behind his company's partnership with Black Rifle Coffee to raise $25 million to pay off veteran medical debt. He talked about the people this effort has already changed, from veterans to Gold Star families, and what it feels like to make that kind of impact. We also talked about his transition from military life to business, the lessons he has learned about sacrifice and integrity, and how fatherhood has given him a new perspective on success. This episode is a reminder that gratitude means more when it comes with responsibility, and that one person can make a difference when their heart is in the right place. Join the mission to help pay off $25 million in Veterans' medical bills. Support through: blackriflecoffee.com bornprimitive.com BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There's a whole big world out there that's not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up, patriots—it's a brutal postmortem on the 2025 off-year bloodbath that has conservatives reeling and the deep state smirking. From Zohran Mamdani's shocking socialist surge to NYC's mayoral throne—quoting Marxist icons who crushed freedoms abroad—to Abigail Spanberger's iron grip on Virginia's governorship and Jay Jones' vengeful ascent as AG, Democrats didn't just win; they weaponized the vote. Joe Oltmann blasts the undeniable: "We haven't won a single election since November 2024—the legacy set is rigged." Mark Cook warns we're "one or two elections from Venezuela," zero doubt. This isn't random; it's a calculated assault on the Republic, from NJ's blue wave to Virginia's radical rematch. Tune in as we dissect the fraud fingerprints and rally the roar against a system screaming for reform.Enter the unyielding warriors on the front lines: Lori Gimelshteyn, founder of Colorado Parent Advocacy Network (CPAN), storms the airwaves to expose leftism's siege on our kids. This patriot mom turned national firebrand mobilized 35,000 signatures to gut HB25-1312's speech-crushing tyranny, co-leads landmark lawsuits shredding school districts for secret gender transitions, firing "proud American" deans, and stripping dads of medical rights over mutilating teens. From her triumphant National School Choice bash—to the gut-wrenching Rocky Mountain Summit unveiling gender-affirming horrors via whistleblowers like Jamie Reed, Lori's battle cry echoes: parents, not the state, rule the roost. Hear her unfiltered fury on SEL indoctrination traps, custody kidnappings, and the medical mafia's grip—plus blueprints for every family to fight back. If Colorado's a battleground, Lori's the general we need nationwide.But the chill wind from NYC's Mamdani victory isn't just blue—it's a Sharia shadow creeping into Times Square, where crowds chant for Islam in every home and liberals cheer, blind to burqas and ballot-or-bullet threats from Muslim Brotherhood blueprints. Curtis Sliwa's dire warning rings true: Van Jones laments the "missed outreach," but we see the endgame—socialist jihadis remaking the Big Apple in Nehru's nightmare mold. As fallout erupts, we pivot to raw reaction: Fax-Blast Congress with our Tina Peters thunderbolt, demanding her pardon from Biden's dungeon for daring to decode Dominion's dark code. Free this Gold Star mom, ban the machines, mandate paper ballots and voter ID—or 2026 seals our fate in server-farm slavery. Join the uprising: listen, act, and arm yourself before the machines steal.

Gold Star chili restaurant is offering veterans a complementary meal up to a value of $12 (or $12 off your order), November 11th. If you are a veteran you must show one of the following for eligibility: a Uniformed Services ID Card; a U.S. Uniformed Services Retired ID Card; a Read More Shared by United Resource Connection November 5, 2025

"Sara, I tried one little thing you recommended in our session and it totally changed my interaction with a team member!" Back story…I was leading a training for a leadership team recently and we talked about how to practice active listening in leadership.  One of the leaders decided to put one of my recommendations into action immediately (Gold Star for this leader!) and he was so excited about the results.  Following our training, he shifted his default behavior of “getting right down to business” in a one-on-one meeting to starting off a one-on-one by asking a team member an open-ended question.  This led to a great conversation and important insights between the two of them.  By getting curious before getting down to business, this leader fast-tracked trust and paved the way for open and honest communication with their team member.  He was giddy sharing this win with me.  I love it when new behaviors lead to new wins!  Curiosity is one of the most underrated, yet most powerful, leadership skills you can develop. In this episode, we dig into how curiosity can completely shift the way you lead, communicate, and connect with others. Whether you're managing up, collaborating across, or leading your team, curiosity opens up space for real conversation, minimizes assumptions, and builds relationships that feel grounded in care and respect. When you lead with curiosity, you create connection instead of disconnection, and you let the people around you truly shine. In this episode, I walk you through five ways to use curiosity to become a more emotionally intelligent leader. We'll talk about how to ask before assuming, how to get curious about motivations instead of just outcomes, and how curiosity can bridge differences when perspectives clash. You'll also learn how to replace performance check-ins with curiosity-driven conversations that make your people feel seen and supported, and why modeling curiosity publicly builds trust and psychological safety at every level of your organization. Ultimately, curiosity helps you become a leader who doesn't just manage people — but inspires them. Tune in to discover how a few thoughtful questions can transform the way you collaborate, innovate, communicate, and lead. Links Mentioned: [NOVEMBER 20th] Join my 90-minute Leadership Roundtable, Thriving in Leadership in Uncertain Times: saradean.com/roundtable [OPEN ENROLLMENT] Join Sara's Aligned Leadership Incubator: saradean.com/aligned Hire me to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with me: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Show 233 - The Coddle Wobble! - 4th November 2025 with Ted Salmon and Aidan Bell. This episode covers Contributions and Feedback, I Wonder Who Bought It, Still Using, Judge Barton's Cheap as Chips, Ted's Top Tips, I Want One of Those, Whatever Worked, Room 101, Gold Star and more.

Episode Description:What's scarier than Halloween a week early? Police in Pennsylvania finding cocaine in a kid's trick-or-treat bag—and someone out there is panicking over their missing Reese's swap. On today's Sandy Show, Sandy McIlree and Tricia unpack the wildest Halloween headlines, from New York City's crown as the #1 trick-or-treat town (thanks to walkability, candy stores, and zero doorman full-size bars) to Jerry Seinfeld's timeless rant: “Bing bong, come on lady—let's pick up the pace!” But the heart-stealer? 95-year-old Frank Ures Jr., who launched a 100-member Taylor Swift fan club at his Omaha retirement home—complete with walker license plates, sponsorship rules, and a plea for Taylor to “please come see us.” (Travis Kelce's permission required for hugs.)Meanwhile, 13-year-old Kevin Tang just won $25,000 as America's Top Young Scientist for Fall Guard—an AI camera that auto-calls 911 when grandma falls, no button needed. Inspired by tragedy, built by a middle-schooler.Tricia earns the Gold Star for defining the hobo hierarchy: “A hobo is a traveling bum.” Sandy drops Big Mac origin bombs (started as The Aristocrat—too bougie, renamed twice), and the duo debates why that orange marshmallow peanut is the ultimate Halloween red flag.Notable Quotes:“Someone's out there holding a Reese's instead of their baggie of cocaine.” – Sandy“I'd give Taylor a hug—with Travis Kelce's permission.” – Frank Ures Jr., 95“Bing bong, come on lady—18 houses on this block alone!” – Jerry SeinfeldCall-to-Action:Don't miss the full chaos—search The Sandy Show on your podcast app RIGHT NOW. Subscribe, slap a 5-star review, and forward this to the friend who still hands out homemade popcorn balls. (We're looking at you, Karen.)

CEO Dan DiMarco with Soldiers' Freedom Outdoors on the 2nd annual one mile long Haunted Trail at Camp Freedom in Melrose. The mission of Soldiers' Freedom Outdoors is to provide a healing outdoor facility to help veterans heal after the trauma of active duty, and support Gold Star families. Also the Hoedown For Heroes, a western-themed barbeque and entertainment event, will be at the Citrus County Fairgrounds auditorium in Inverness Nov. 15th.

Mike Hayes is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer who served 20 years in Special Operations. A graduate of one of the toughest SEAL training classes—one of only 19 out of 120 to complete—he deployed throughout South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, including in Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Hayes commanded SEAL Team TWO and led a 2,000-person Special Operations Task Force in southeastern Afghanistan. He also served as Deputy Commander for all Special Operations in Anbar Province, Iraq, and was selected as a White House Fellow (’08–’09). At the National Security Council, he served as Director for Defense Policy and Strategy, where he helped draft a proposed START Treaty and led the White House response to the Maersk Alabama hijacking. His decorations include the Bronze Star for Valor in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal. After retiring from the Navy, Hayes transitioned to senior leadership roles in technology and investment, and authored Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning, donating all profits to support Gold Star families. He lives with his wife, Anita, and their daughter, Maeson, and most enjoys spending time and laughing with them when not mentoring others or speaking about leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mission Driven - How To Make Better Decisions - From Former Commanding Officer US Navy SEAL Team TwoGuest:Mike Hayes A Managing Director at Insight Partners * Former Commanding Officer of US Navy SEAL Team TWO* Managing Director, Insight Partners* Author of National Bestseller Mission Driven (distilled nicely in this article)All of Mike's profits from his book sales go to a 501(c)(3) he founded, The 1162 Foundation, which pays off mortgages for Gold Star families – he's paid off 12 widows' mortgages to date.AUMRegulatory assets under management $90B and 600 portfolio managers. Timeless LessonsLeaders Don't need to make the best decision.They need to make sure the best decision gets made. Team, Teammate, SelfAlgin these 3 things – for purpose and elite performance:What gives someone energy?What are they good at?What's good for the business?Best adviceWhenever you are having a hard day, find someone else who's having a harder day and help them. Social Profiles* Instagram @thisis.mikehayes* X @thisismikehayes* LinkedInBioMike Hayes is Managing Director at Insight Partners, a global software investment firm with $90B+ in regulatory assets under management and 800+ portfolio companies across every stage of growth.Prior to Insight, Mike was Chief Operating Officer at VMware, where he led the company's worldwide business operations, their SaaS transition, and the successful acquisition into Broadcom for $94B. Before that, Mike served as Senior Vice President and Head of Strategic Operations for Cognizant Technologies, where he ran a $2B P&L for Cognizant's global financial services clients.Mike previously spent four years at Bridgewater Associates, an investment management firm, where he served in Chief of Staff to CEO and COO roles. Prior to Bridgewater, he spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy SEALs where his career began as one of 19 graduates from a class of 120. Mike served throughout South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, including the conflicts in Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan.His last job in the Navy was the Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, which included ten months as the Commander of a 2,000-person Special Operations Task Force in southeastern Afghanistan. Before that, Mike was selected as a White House Fellow ('08/'09) and served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council.In the Bush Administration, Mike was responsible for the START Treaty, where he produced a new proposed START Treaty and flew to Russia for negotiations. In the Obama administration, he led the White House response to President Obama's first major foreign policy showdown — the hijacking of the Maersk Alabama off the coast of Somalia. Prior to the White House Fellowship, Mike served as the Deputy Commander for all Special Operations in Anbar Province, Iraq.Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College, where he was an active Big Brother. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House.Mike is the author of the best-seller Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning, and donates all profits to a 501(c)(3) he started that pays off mortgages for Gold Star widows and children.He serves on the board of Immuta, a data governance company, and is the founding board member of the National Medal of Honor Museum. Mike is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, is fluent in German and Spanish, frequently speaks about leadership and elite organizations, and enjoys mentoring others to success.He is a life-long Sox/Pats fan, but most enjoys laughing with his wife, Anita, and their 24-year-old daughter, Maeson.

In this brand-new episode, host Tara Patten Weisner of WeisnerAds.com sits down with Peter LaFramboise, owner of Gold Star Adjusters, for a deep and timely conversation on how to shift your mindset when choices are made for you.From life's unexpected turns to the moments where control slips through our fingers, Tara and Peter explore how to stay grounded, grow stronger, and turn limitation into liberation. This episode is packed with wisdom on resilience, leadership, and faith-driven decision-making — perfect for entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone navigating change.

This episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, hosted by Etienne Nichols with guest Shannon Decker, CEO of VBC1 and an expert in healthcare transformation, dives deep into the science of how adults learn, contrasting pedagogy (child-centered learning) with andragogy (adult-centered learning). The discussion reveals why traditional training methods, like handing new hires 40 SOPs to read, are often ineffective for experienced professionals in the MedTech industry.Shannon explains the core principles of andragogy: adults are self-directed, problem-centered, and bring a vast reservoir of experience to the table (schema theory). They are less motivated by sequential, externally guided learning and more by what is relevant, timely, and what is in it for them. This self-directed approach means successful training in MedTech requires catering to intrinsic motivation and providing tactile, real-world practice rather than just videos or documentation.The conversation pivots to practical applications across the medical device lifecycle. Shannon shares compelling examples, like improving physician adoption of a medical device by shifting the focus from extrinsic financial rewards and regulatory compliance to the intrinsic motivation of improving patient health outcomes. By making users part of the development process and using performance feedback to tap into a professional's competitive spirit, organizations can achieve significantly higher engagement and successful adoption of new technologies.Key Timestamps[03:20] What is Andragogy? How adults learn differently than children.[04:45] The role of schema theory and existing experience in adult learning.[05:40] Why the traditional "drop 40 SOPs" on a new hire's desk fails adults.[07:15] Case Study: The challenge of low medical device adoption and the missing education piece.[08:50] The power of tactile practice and addressing user confidence (e.g., misusing the device).[11:00] Contrasting Andragogy (self-directed) vs. Pedagogy (directed/sequential).[14:10] Applying adult learning to device development: solving the user's problem.[16:45] How to boost adoption: Intrinsic motivation and making users part of the process.[18:20] The key physician motivator: Desire to help people over money or administrative requirements.[21:10] Behavior science: Focusing on influential champions and mid/top performers for diffusion.[22:45] The "Gold Star" effect: Using competitive spirit and relevant KPIs for motivation.Quotes"The way we come to learning with adults is different... The best way that they learn is coming up with things that are relevant to them, things that are timely, things that they need. They want to be interested." - Shannon Decker"I don't talk about the money that they're going to make... What I talk to them about is by paying attention and doing these screening exams, you're going to have an impact on the overall health of your patient." - Shannon DeckerTakeawaysStop Relying on Documentation for Training: Adult learners need tactile input and practice. Replace or supplement large volumes of SOP reading with project team involvement, practical exercises, and hands-on use to build confidence and retention.Focus on the "What's In It For Me" (WIIFM): When designing a medical device or a training program, identify the user's intrinsic motivations. For clinicians, this is often the desire to improve patient outcomes—lead with this message rather than revenue or regulatory burden.Build Champions, Not Just Compliance: Instead of solely focusing energy on low performers or the loudest voices, identify respected, influential leaders (champions) to pilot and advocate for new technology. Their positive experience drives the Law of Respect and encourages wider...

Show 232 - The Judge's Adjournment - 7th October 2025 with Ted Salmon and Aidan Bell. This episode covers Contributions and Feedback, I Wonder Who Bought It, Still Using, Judge Barton's Cheap as Chips, Ted's Top Tips, I Want One of Those, Whatever Worked, Room 101, and Gold Star.

WBEN's Tom Puckett on the Gold Star Wall in Cheektowaga this weekend full 45 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:50:00 +0000 QnCleM1WG6SNgdIaSBI8NTbvPDEQ7ggC news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news WBEN's Tom Puckett on the Gold Star Wall in Cheektowaga this weekend Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https://player.amperwave

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Tonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Monday, September 29, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Bill unpacks the recent deployment of U.S. military forces to cities including Chicago, Portland, and Memphis. The latest on the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. A look at a new report claiming George Soros's Open Society Foundations gave over $80 million to groups linked to terrorism or extremist violence. What we know about the suspect in the Mormon church shooting in Michigan. George Lutz, author and founder of Honor and Remember, Inc., joins the No Spin News to discuss the importance of recognizing Gold Star families and the inspiration behind creating the Honor and Remember flag. Final Thought: Watch Bill interview Leland Vittert in the 'Born Lucky' special here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talked about the Lions in our final hour as Tim Twentyman from DetroitLions.com joined us. He and Huge talked about what they liked most from that win over the Browns yesterday, talked about some of the things the Lions still need to clean up, talked about the current injuries, and more. We were then joined by Bill Hobson from Michigan Golf Live to get his thought's on the Ryder Cup. He and Huge talked about what they liked from over the weekend, what they didn't like much, and much more. We wrapped up the show with a Gold Star interview as Huge spoke with Dan Robinson. We had the privilege of hearing about Dan's son Heath and the sacrifice he made for his Country, Dan told me about how he's keeping Heath's memory alive, and more. If you want to help with Dan's mission - go to www.h4hh.us Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, the Ryder Cup, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking with Alex Urban from the "Eat 'em Up: Detroit Tigers Podcast" about the Tigers. He and Huge talked about the Tigers being able to clinch a Playoff spot, they previewed the upcoming Series against the Guardians, gave their thought's on if the Tigers can make a run, and more. We were then joined by Dan Miller who is the voice of the Detroit Lions. He and Huge talked about that win over the Browns yesterday, talked about what they like about this team 4 games in, discussed injuries, and much more. We talked about the Ryder Cup in our second hour as we were joined by PGA Rules Official Mark Wilson. He and Huge talked about a rough first 2 days for the Americans, gave their thought's on what the American stormed back like they did yesterday, talked about what they would've liked to seen done differently, and more. Bill then gave a shout-out to Trinidad Chambliss who went from Ferris State to Ole Miss and was just named AP National Player of the Week. We were then joined by Jeff Risdon from Lions Wire and Draft Wire. He and Huge broke down yesterday's win over the Browns, looked ahead on the schedule and gave their thought's on how the next few games go, and more. We talked about the Lions in our final hour as Tim Twentyman from DetroitLions.com joined us. He and Huge talked about what they liked most from that win over the Browns yesterday, talked about some of the things the Lions still need to clean up, talked about the current injuries, and more. We were then joined by Bill Hobson from Michigan Golf Live to get his thought's on the Ryder Cup. He and Huge talked about what they liked from over the weekend, what they didn't like much, and much more. We wrapped up the show with a Gold Star interview as Huge spoke with Dan Robinson. We had the privilege of hearing about Dan's son Heath and the sacrifice he made for his Country, Dan told me about how he's keeping Heath's memory alive, and more. If you want to help with Dan's mission - go to www.h4hh.us Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alpha Warrior sits down with Gold Star father Karl Porfirio for an emotional and unforgettable conversation about service, sacrifice, and legacy. Karl shares the life and loss of his son Trey, an Air Force communications specialist who survived catastrophic injuries in Afghanistan, became part of groundbreaking medical research, and ultimately gave his life in service to his country. With honesty and heart, Karl recounts Trey's resilience, the medical miracles that kept him alive, and the profound grief of a father who refuses to let his son's memory fade. The discussion highlights Karl's children's book My Daddy's Heart is Purple, written to help his grandson, and countless other children, understand the meaning of the Purple Heart and take pride in the sacrifices of military families. This episode is raw, deeply human, and a reminder that behind every medal is a story of courage, loss, and love.

En la edición de hoy del Radar Empresarial, ponemos el foco en los resultados financieros de Costco, cuyos números sirven como termómetro del comportamiento del consumo en Estados Unidos. La segunda mayor cadena de supermercados a nivel global ha superado ampliamente las expectativas del mercado en su cuarto trimestre fiscal. Durante este periodo, la compañía generó ingresos por 86.156 millones de dólares, una cifra que supera en 100 millones las estimaciones de los analistas y representa un aumento del 8% en comparación con el mismo trimestre del año anterior. Asimismo, el beneficio por acción alcanzó los 5,87 dólares, superando en seis centavos las proyecciones del mercado, lo que se traduce en un beneficio neto de 2.610 millones de dólares, un 11% más que en el cuarto trimestre de 2024. El éxito de Costco se ha apoyado, principalmente, en el crecimiento de sus ventas, que se incrementaron un 8% y llevaron su facturación a superar los 84.000 millones de dólares. La compañía ha sabido convertir el entorno inflacionario en una ventaja, atrayendo a millones de consumidores que buscan productos a precios bajos. Su estrategia se ha centrado en mantener precios competitivos en productos de primera necesidad como leche, mantequilla y huevos, lo que ha fortalecido su reputación entre los consumidores. La buena percepción de su marca propia también ha jugado un papel clave en este desempeño. Sin embargo, a pesar de estos sólidos resultados, sus acciones retrocedieron un 1% en las operaciones posteriores al cierre. Los analistas destacan que uno de los motores más sólidos del negocio de Costco no está necesariamente en sus productos, sino en su modelo de membresía. La empresa exige una suscripción para comprar en sus establecimientos, siendo el club de precios más grande del mundo. Desde sus inicios en 1983, cuando cobraba 25 dólares por la afiliación, los ingresos por membresía han crecido de forma significativa. En este trimestre, esas cuotas han aumentado un 14%, incluso después de que la compañía elevara el precio de la membresía Gold Star a 65 dólares en 2024, generando un importante flujo de ingresos adicionales. No obstante, Costco no está exento de desafíos. La empresa sigue con atención el posible impacto de los nuevos aranceles impulsados por la política comercial de Donald Trump. En respuesta, ha diseñado un plan estratégico que incluye fortalecer su capacidad de compra global para reducir costos hasta en un 30-40% en ciertas categorías, trasladar parte de la producción a países con menor carga arancelaria, y absorber algunos costos internamente. Además, busca optimizar sus operaciones para mantener la competitividad sin afectar a sus miembros.

In this episode, we talk about someone who really needs all of us to hate on her ex, a gold star boyfriend who didn't quite live up the standard, someone who needed help with a stage kiss and received an offer from an unwelcomed source, a caller let's us know what they think about Erika's politcalness, and then we go over some famous trios that we fit in to. In this episode, we talk do LIVE call ins to talk about: an update to episode one of our not advice hour regarding a wedding venue that burned down, a caller who wonders what to do with a "nut hut" sign at work, someone asking how to talk to rich people better, a coworker who is ANNOYING, and a surprise appearance of Editor Blake. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Judgies Merch is Available HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want fun, cool stickers and MORE? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aurorascreaturecorner.store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Palestine Children's Relief Fund⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donation Link Our Patreon is officially open, if you want to see extra content go check it out!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/JudgiesPod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send us mail! (Addressed However You'd Like)  P.O. Box 58 Ottawa, IL 61350  Leave a Review!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-judgies/id1519741238⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow us on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/judgiespod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/judgiespod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Intro Music by: Iván  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gB2VvyqfnOlNv37PHKRNJ?si=f6TIYrLITkG2NZXGLm_Y-Q&dl_branch=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:31 Hate On My Ex 7:43 Gold Star Boyfriend 20:00 Stage Kiss Practice 30:15 Erika's Politicalness 39:03 Trio of Trios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've asked 26-year Army and Pennsylvania National Guard veteran Matt P. Cahill to join us to talk about his Green Star Families of America (greenstarfamilies.org) nonprofit. Matt served as a medic in Iraq and later endured his own battles with PTSD, a traumatic brain injury, and the lasting wounds of war. Out of these experiences, Matt founded  a nonprofit dedicated to honoring and supporting the families of veterans who have died by suicide. Much like the Gold Star tradition that recognizes families of those killed in action, Green Star Families seeks federal recognition of a Green Star Service Banner as a national symbol of remembrance and dignity for survivors of veteran suicide. Matt, now also an advocate and social worker in training, has made it his mission to reduce stigma, build community, and fight for the visibility of these families who often grieve in silence. His work has already inspired legislative efforts, public awareness campaigns, and partnerships across the veteran community. We believe every veteran has a story to tell and wisdom to share. This event is a chance to listen, learn, and connect with others who understand the unique bonds and challenges of military service. If you have something on your mind—whether a personal memory, a question, or a topic you think deserves attention—we encourage you to bring it to the conversation. Veterans are also invited to email Todd DePastino at todd@veteransbreakfastclub.org with any specific topics or issues they'd like to discuss. The Veterans Breakfast Club's mission is to create communities of listening around veterans and their stories, and our Open Conversations are one of the most dynamic ways we do that. These sessions are often wide-ranging, emotional, funny, and thought-provoking, providing a welcoming space where everyone's voice is valued.

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CBSP talk to Trudy Maatta from Newport Township fire protection district and Kevin Calhoun retired Captain from FDNY. Trudy is organizes the Gurnee Mills first responder expo. Kevin is a 9/11 survivor and travels with the "Tunnels to towers" mobil memorial exhibit. "tunnels to towers" helps America's heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. We are also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to Never Forget September 11, 2001.

The American Legion is proud to introduce “Welcome Home,” a new podcast series from the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation. GWOT Memorial Foundation CEO and former Army Green Beret Michael “Rod” Rodriguez chats with Chief of Staff and Army veteran Jennifer Ballou, who will host the upcoming series. The memorial will honor and remember military members who served since 9/11. Rodriguez and Ballow talk about their personal connections to the Global War on Terrorism, the memorial foundation and more in advance of the first episode of Season 1 of "Welcome Home," which will be released on Oct. 2. Special Guest: Michael "Rod" Rodriguez.

Join Dr. Jay and Brad as they interview Lisa Maciejewski.Lisa Maciejewski has worked in the medical administration field since 1982, specializing in medical billing, office administration, and compliance. In 2006, she founded Gold Star Medical to create a home-based job for her husband, offering billing services to physicians seeking relief from in-house insurance claim processing. What began as a small cottage business quickly grew through word-of-mouth referrals.After her husband's passing in 2009, she committed to running Gold Star full-time, expanding its services and building a highly skilled team. She is certified as a Medical Coder, Medical Office Manager, and Medical Compliance Officer, and is known for her rigorous “Billing Boot Camp” training program, which has resulted in exceptional staff retention. She also travels extensively, teaching billing, coding, and administration for medical associations, hospitals, and physician groups nationwide.

In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, our hosts John Kaplan and John McMahon welcome back Mike Hayes, former Navy SEAL and current sales leader at Insight Partners. They discuss Mike's new book, Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose, and how its lessons apply to sales success and leadership. Mike emphasizes the importance of rooting your work in alignment with personal values and goals, which leads to not only greater outcomes and accomplishments but a sense of fulfillment. Mike also shares insights from his 20-year government career and his transition to the private sector as a sales leader. This episode is an essential listen for anyone seeking to align their personal values with their professional journey.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESBuy Mike's book, Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/mike-hayes/mission-driven/9780306836534/Support the 1162 Foundation's mission of helping Gold Star families:https://givebutter.com/1162foundationListen to the first podcast with Mike Hayes on Mission, Meaning and Impact from Navy SEALs to Sales:https://www.forcemanagement.com/mission-meaning-and-impact-with-mike-hayesConnect with Mike Hayes:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hayes-733688/Instagram: Mike Hayes (@thisis.mikehayes)X: @thisismikehayes (@thisismikehayes) on XWatch Force Management's Panel Discussion on Growth, Valuation and Execution: https://bit.ly/4p6kyGSRead the Guide on Winning Government Contracts: https://bit.ly/3UYAOvOEnjoying the podcast? Sign up to receive new episodes straight to your inbox: https://hubs.li/Q02R10xN0HERE ARE SOME KEY SECTIONS TO CHECK OUT[00:03:05] The 1162 Foundation and Supporting Gold Star Families[00:07:12] The "Who" vs. "What": A Core Lesson on Identity[00:11:48] The Challenge of Transitioning from a High-Profile Role[00:16:01] The Power of Honest Self-Reflection and Feedback[00:25:50] The Dan Hurley Story: Purpose Over Paycheck[00:33:14] The Three Circles: Aligning Energy, Skill, and Business Need[00:36:20] Adaptability and Developing a "Meta Plan"[00:43:03] Building Resilience and Finding Perspective in Hardship[00:48:19] The Importance of Being Intentional with Your Emotions[00:55:10] A Story of Competition and Humility in IraqHIGHLIGHT QUOTES[00:08:45] "We would always say, who do you want to be? Because the who is that deeper you... let's not connect self-esteem or success based on a what, in a title and a position."[00:41:01] "The acid test, I think for a life well lived is how many people who you've never met have you positively impacted."[00:44:17] "When you're having a hard day, the best thing to do is go find somebody who's having a harder day and go help him or her."[00:53:11] "No one is actually selling technology. What you're actually doing is selling trust."[00:54:15] "When 15 men are wrong, look in the mirror."

He gave the Army 20 years, 8 months, and 8 days, nearly all of it in special operations. From Ranger Regiment to Green Beret team sergeant, Joshua Daniel lived and breathed the mission. But when the wars ended, so did the mission, and he felt it in every bone, every memory, every unfinished story. Rather than fade out, he built something bigger than himself. In this episode, Joshua opens up about the pain of stepping away, the harsh words that forced him to rethink his exit, and how he turned guilt into leadership with Hero Games Charity and Counterculture Solutions. From one-on-one mentoring to purpose-driven events honoring Gold Star families, he's proving there's still work worth doing, and it starts with refusing to settle for half a life. Timestamps: 00:00:30 - From 134 pounds to Green Beret: Building grit through the suck 00:06:00 - The moment a younger soldier called him out-and why it changed his path 00:10:00 - Starting over with Hero Games and finding new purpose 00:19:45 - Why honoring one family a year matters more than doing it all 00:38:00 - The hard truth about veterans wasting their lives post-military Links & Resources Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Website: https://www.counterculturesolutions.com/ https://herogamescharity.com/ Follow Joshua Daniel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDxHGCxCCS Follow Joshua Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdxhgcxccs/ Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

 Mike Hayes, former commanding officer of SEAL Team Two, joins the show to talk about his new book Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose. He shares hard-won lessons on overcoming doubt, building strong teams, and why serving our communities is one of the highest callings. Even more inspiring - 100% of the book's profits go to The 1162 Foundation, which has already paid off 11 Gold Star widows' mortgages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week the guys are joined by Matt Bowen to chat about Operation 300 and the amazing work they do for Gold Star families. The guys also give their own rankings of all of the RunDisney events and which ones you should definitely experience. On the patreon side Justin gives you his Top 10 Disney World "misses". Those attractions or experiences that over time didn't work or maybe made things a little less magical. Disney knocks it out of the park most of the time, but sometimes we all have a miss or two. Contact Matt today to sponsor a flag or buy raffle tickets to support Operation 300 and our Gold Star families or donate directly through the link. https://operation300.app.neoncrm.com/forms/matt-bowen-marathons BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link https://www.patreon.com/c/disneydadspodcast Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com

How much life insurance do military servicemembers need? What about military spouses? Is SGLI enough? In this episode, Spencer Reese and Jamie sit down with Jerry Quinn, a 40-year Army veteran and executive at Armed Forces Mutual (formerly AAFMAA - American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association), to discuss everything military families need to know about life insurance. Topics Covered: SGLI (Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance) Understanding the $500,000 term policy for service members Spouse coverage rider ($100,000) Coverage for Guard and Reserve members What happens to SGLI after military separation Life Insurance Planning Strategies The DIME-L method for calculating coverage needs: Debt Income replacement Mortgage Education Legacy "10x income" rule of thumb Stacking multiple insurance policies for comprehensive coverage Term vs. whole life insurance considerations Armed Forces Mutual Services No war clause or aviation clause coverage Survivor Assistance Services (SAS) program Death claim processing (often under 30 days) Special 501(c)(23) nonprofit status Transition Planning When to apply for life insurance before leaving military service Health considerations and timing Converting from SGLI to civilian coverage Resources Mentioned: Armed Forces Mutual Website: AAFMAA.com Military Survivor Planning Checklist (available with free subscription) Life Insurance Calculators (on AAFMAA website) Career Accession Program (CAP) Loan: $5,000 at 2.5% fixed rate for 60 months Additional Resources: Daniel Kopp, CFP: Wise Stewardship Financial Planning Specialist in military widow/widower financial planning Military to Financial Planner Podcast Military Aid Societies: Army Emergency Relief Society Air Force Aid Society Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Key Takeaways: SGLI is an excellent deal at ~$30/month for $500,000 coverage Many military families need supplemental life insurance beyond SGLI Apply for additional coverage 6-12 months before military separation Update beneficiary designations regularly Armed Forces Mutual provides specialized support for Gold Star families About the Guest: Jerry Quinn served 40 years in the U.S. Army (7 years active duty, 33 years National Guard), retiring as a Field Artillery Officer in June 2025. He now serves as an executive at Armed Forces Mutual, a 146-year-old organization exclusively serving military and veteran families with specialized life insurance products and survivor assistance services. Contact Information: Armed Forces Mutual Website: AAFMAA.com Social Media: LinkedIn, Instagram (@armedforcesmutual) Subscribe for free resources and calculators Hosts: Spencer Jamie For those needing immediate assistance with military survivor benefits and life insurance claims, Armed Forces Mutual's Survivor Assistance Services team provides comprehensive support including VA claims coordination, DFAS benefit reconciliation, and burial assistance guidance. Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 19,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. Want to be confident with your TSP investing? Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.  

Artist Nicole Goux joins the show to talk about her career and her upcoming graphic novel, This Place Kills Me. Goux discusses the other parts of the job, how far ahead she's working, the importance of mixing it up, drawing digitally, her relationship with drawing, when comics entered the picture, figuring what she wanted to do, convention life, how different projects and publishers feel, opportunity cost, age bands, the origins of This Place Kills Me, working with Mariko Tamaki, how they worked, her preferred method of working, learning from projects, character design, creating for herself, what keeps her excited about comics, and more.