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Feb. 11, 2026

Ken Dupar: Army, Heart Failure, and Finding Life Through Story

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army veteran, author, and independent publisher Ken Dupar for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, service, creativity, and meaning. Raised in Milwaukee and shaped by the University of Wisconsin before joining the U.S. Army, Ken found…

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Feb. 11, 2026

Ken Dupar: Army, Heart Failure, and Finding Life Through Story

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army veteran, author, and independent publisher Ken Dupar for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, service, creativity, and meaning. Raised in Milwaukee and shaped by the University of Wisconsin before joining the U.S. Army, Ken found…

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Feb. 10, 2026

Gary Thrapp: Building Youth Leaders Through Sports, Grit, and Community

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Gary Thrapp, a lifelong youth sports leader, coach, and community builder with over 40 years of experience shaping young athletes into strong leaders. Gary has coached multiple sports, raised four successful children through the competitive process, and owned Beyond The…

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Feb. 10, 2026

What Heart Failure Taught Me About Mortality

Ken Dupar shares his thoughts on mortality after he had a diagnosis of heart issues.

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Feb. 9, 2026

David Shoup on Destroying PTSD and Reclaiming Life After Combat

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake and Stephen welcome US Marine Corps combat veteran David Shoup, founder of Warriors Awakening and a leading voice in the fight to eliminate PTSD from the lives of veterans and active-duty service members. David served as an infantry rifleman during Operation…

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Feb. 8, 2026

JJ Parma: Navy SEAL, Life After the Teams, Leading with Intention

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, Jake and Stephen welcome retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer JJ Parma, a veteran of 11 combat deployments who understands elite performance—and the real cost that comes with it. After leaving the SEAL Teams, JJ faced what many high-performing professionals encounter: the loss of…

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Feb. 8, 2026

🎙️ The MisFitNation Cart Talk & ToosDay Crue – Weekly Recap | Veterans, Growth & Purpose

Another powerful week across The MisFitNation Cart Talk and The ToosDay Crue, filled with real conversations around veteran resilience, mental health, leadership, and growth beyond the uniform. 🛒 ToosDay with The Crue This week, The ToosDay Crue welcomed U.S. Marine Corps Veteran David Shoup. David served as an infantry rifleman…

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Feb. 6, 2026

Train Your 'Battle Buddy' and Practical Rapid Soothing Hacks

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Feb. 6, 2026

Call it PTS, not PTSD: drop the D

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Feb. 4, 2026

Army Veteran Richard Spegal on Dark Fantasy, Service, and Storytelling

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake and Stephen welcome U.S. Army Veteran Richard Spegal, a Pennsylvania National Guard officer, former 82nd Airborne soldier, and acclaimed author of dark fantasy and paranormal fiction. Richard is the creative force behind worlds like Eternal Nights and the Wolves & Ravens…

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Feb. 4, 2026

How I Rewired Criticism into Closeness — A Step-by-Step

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Feb. 4, 2026

How I stopped a panic attack by rewriting a trigger

An Amazing chat was had with David Shoup USMNC Veteran. Check out the full episode under our Live tab. In this clip her speaks of how he fought and won against some of his triggers.

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Feb. 2, 2026

Army Veteran Jane Babcock: VA Benefits, Service, and Advocacy

In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Jane Babcock, a retired Sergeant First Class and former nationally accredited County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who has spent her life serving those who served. Jane’s military career spans more than 21 years, holding five MOSs, serving…

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Feb. 1, 2026

🔥 Cart Talk | Week Ahead on The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

🔥 Cart Talk | Week Ahead on The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe This coming week on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe, we’re bringing you three powerful conversations centered on leadership, accountability, healing, and purpose beyond service. 📺 Watch all episodes on YouTube: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🎙️ Sunday | Dr. Roy…

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Feb. 1, 2026

🛞 Weekly Cart Talk Recap | The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

📺 Catch every episode on our YouTube channel: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🎙 Sunday | U.S. Army Veteran Jane Babcock We kicked off the week with Jane Babcock, a retired Sergeant First Class with more than 21 years of service and a former County Veterans Service Officer who has helped file over…

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Feb. 1, 2026

Survivor expedition in Puerto Rico — from strangers to family

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Jan. 30, 2026

Manny Vera on why 988 is a tool not a hinderance

You are stronger with these tools at your disposal https://misfitnation.substack.com/p/manny-vera-on-why-988-is-a-tool-not?utm_source=youtube

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Jan. 30, 2026

Why Veterans Should Call 988 — Myth Busting

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Jan. 30, 2026

Ken Dupar: Army, Heart Failure, and Finding Life Through Story

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army veteran, author, and independent publisher Ken Dupar for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, service, creativity, and meaning. Raised in Milwaukee and shaped by the University of Wisconsin before joining the U.S. Army, Ken found…

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Jan. 30, 2026

David Shoup on Destroying PTSD and Reclaiming Life After Combat

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake and Stephen welcome US Marine Corps combat veteran David Shoup, founder of Warriors Awakening and a leading voice in the fight to eliminate PTSD from the lives of veterans and active-duty service members. David served as an infantry rifleman during Operation…

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Jan. 30, 2026

Dr. Roy G. Taylor on Leadership, Police Reform, and Civil Rights

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Dr. Roy G. Taylor, PhD—a nationally respected law enforcement executive, leadership expert, and consultant with more than 40 years of experience across federal, state, local, and private-sector criminal justice roles. Dr. Taylor is the founder of Taylor Consulting Group and…

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Jan. 29, 2026

Army Veteran Manny Vera on Service, Learning, and Purpose After Uniform

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Manny Vera, a former Military Police Soldier who served nearly a decade in uniform and continues his mission of service far beyond it. After transitioning from active duty, Manny found renewed purpose supporting fellow veterans through mental…

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Jan. 28, 2026

Cait Conley: Combat Leadership, National Security, and the Call to Congress

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Cait Conley—a West Point graduate, Bronze Star recipient, counterterrorism leader, and candidate for Congress in New York’s 17th District. A fourth-generation Hudson Valley native from working-class roots, Cait felt her calling to serve on September 11th…

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Jan. 28, 2026

This is The Tip of The Spear

Our Monthly roundtable of veterans hanging out and talking what is going on in our world. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4773991641513984

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