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The MisFitNation
Welcome to The MisFitNation Show with host Rich LaMonica. This is a show started by a US Army Veteran and hosted by 2 Veterans and a Business Leader. Our aim is to inspire everyone to be better humans. We do this by bringing on guests with stories of Grit and Resilience while adding in experts in many fields such as Authors, Entrepreneurs, Coaches, Motivational Speakers, Health and Fitness professionals, and many more. Join us for an episode or all of them, and if you feel like you will be a great fit, send us a message and we will get you on the show.
2021 Best Society and Culture Podcast - Veteran Podcast Awards
2022 Top 40 over 40 Podcast Podcast Magazine
Recent Episodes
July 10, 2025
From Combat to the Classroom: Gerald Gangaram’s Mission for America
A story of incredible challenges met with courage, character, and honor
July 9, 2025
Born from War: Patrick Naughton Breaks Down Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons from the Battlefield
In this special episode of The ToosDay Crue, Stephen and Jake welcome US Army Lieutenant Colonel Patrick Naughton, a decorated military historian, educator, and author whose career spans over 28 years of service. 🌍 Hailing fr...
July 7, 2025
Faith, Service & Strength: Building Resilient Marriages with Chaplain Matthew & Kristina Spencer
In this inspiring episode, we welcome USAF Chaplain, Major Matthew Spencer, and Kristina Spencer, a dynamic couple devoted to faith-based marriage ministry. With over 20 years of combined experience in ministry, leadership, a...
July 3, 2025
USAF Maj. Dr. Steve Ramos: 2,000 Jumps, 28 Years & Healing Veterans
From Combat to healing a resounding journey
July 2, 2025
🔥 The ToosDay Crue Welcomes Hypnotist & Mental Performance Expert Ryan Christensen! 🔥
🎙️ Stephen and Jake sit down with Ryan Christensen—a man who has mastered the power of the mind.
🧠 What if your biggest roadblocks are all in your head? Ryan, a seasoned hypnotist, author, and former counterterrorism and cou...
June 30, 2025
🔥 The MisFitNation Welcomes USMC Veteran Zach Tidwell! 🔥
🎙️ Join Rich LaMonica as he sits down with Marine Corps Veteran Zach Tidwell—a man who refuses to be defined by adversity.
💥 After surviving a suicide attempt that took his sight and hearing in one ear, Zach rebuilt his life...
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About the Hosts
Rich LaMonica
CEO/ Host
Rich LaMonica Is a 22-year veteran of the United States Army who
was deployed on multiple occasions in support of the Global War on Terrorism. It was during this career he evolved as a leader of people. His education came from great mentors who showed him how to take care of people. He retired in 2015 and went through an entire year
of self-reflection as he transitioned to civilian life again. Those 365 days from retiring to finding a job taught him valuable lessons about the transition. This has powered his drive to help other veterans as they go through the transition and any other roadblocks they are hitting.
He is a Motivational Speaker who discusses Mindset, Resilience, Grit, and more skills that will make you find your Purpose no matter the journey you have been on.
He is currently finishing up two books while pursuing a Ph.D. from Liberty University in Homeland Security.
He lives by rules and has a motto that resonates with fans of How I met Your Mother “Challenge Accepted”.
Stephen LaMonica
ToosDay Crue Host/ YouTube Consigliere
Stephen LaMonica is a business leader and here at The MisFitNation he is a Host of The ToosDay Crue and YouTube Consigliere. He provides instant feedback to the audience and maintains discipline during all Live shows. He enjoys a cold drink and NASCAR. He is also the Audio Engineer for the show when it is on the road
Jake Holland
ToosDay Crue Host /Resident Hillbilly
Jake is originally from Indiana. He joined the Army after High School and served for 25 years. His first duty was as an Air Cav Scout/ Crew Chief. He then had a calling to become an EOD tech and spent the remainder of his career in this profession. He has multiple combat deployments along with VIP missions ahead of presidential visits around the world. His favorite movie of all time is Hurt Locker. He currently operates a small farm with his better half and their 4 legged kids in Kentucky.
Samantha Leonard
Outreach and Marketing
Originally from Dallas, TX Sam moved to Clarksville, TN, and spent the time from her adolescence through her young adult life there. It is here where she met her now husband. He is a Soldier in the United States Army and together they are seeing many new locations with a move to Korea on the horizon. They have two boys, Braden who is about to be 10, and Rowan who is 1. Boys are not for the faint of heart and they keep me on my toes. Sam is well-versed in all the pokemon and cocomelon episodes. When not devoting her time to the three boys in her life, she is working on the process of achieving my birth doula certification in the hopes of one day assisting women in the journey of motherhood. Sam is an honorary member of the LaMonica family and loves to enjoy the Italian meals and of course some much-deserved adult time in the Bar. She will bring a different side to the show, different perspectives, and a different voice to listen to every once in a while.
Raymone Byrd
Marketer / Video Editor
Raymone (Coach RJ) Byrd is an extraordinary athlete with a background in football and military physical fitness. His commitment to serving in the Army pushed him to unlock his true gifts through structure and discipline. Many health issues including Crohn’s disease triggered a downward spiral separating him from structure and discipline. In June of 2022, RJ was introduced to E2M providing the structure and discipline he needed to gain his life back. Taking full advantage of the many tools within E2M, he reached all his goals and more. He uses this experience to motivate and inspire people of all levels from the novice to the advanced runner. In RJ’s spare time, he enjoys making electronic and trap-style beats and having dance-offs with his daughter, Breanna. Music is at the center of nearly everything he does including fitness. His music-driven classes will assist him in helping you achieve your next goal.