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March 28, 2026

From Combat to Columbia: Facing PTSD and Brain Surgery

From Combat to Columbia: Facing PTSD and Brain Surgery
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March 27, 2026

From Combat Wounds to Courtrooms | Jeremy Jackson’s Fight for Justice

From Combat Wounds to Courtrooms | Jeremy Jackson’s Fight for Justice

What happens when a soldier survives combat overseas only to face a different battle at home? In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Purple Heart combat veteran Jeremy Kevin Jackson. Jeremy served in the United States Army and was severely wounded in Iraq…

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March 27, 2026

From PTSD to the Racetrack | Army Veteran Tia May Found Healing at 120 MPH

From PTSD to the Racetrack | Army Veteran Tia May Found Healing at 120 MPH

Some battles follow you long after you leave the military. On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with US Army Veteran Tia May, a telecommunications systems operator who joined the Army in 2001 and faced challenges that pushed her mental health to…

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March 26, 2026

Strength, resilience and the PTSD 'cockpit' analogy

Strength, resilience and the PTSD 'cockpit' analogy

US Army Veteran Omar Ritter explains where his strength and resilience comes from and shared an amazing analogy of PTSD and the cockpit. Check out the full episode under our live tab

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March 25, 2026

Veterans Need Purpose: Shamika White on Life After the Uniform

Veterans Need Purpose: Shamika White on Life After the Uniform

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Shamika White, a powerful voice advocating for veteran connection, purpose, and mental wellness. As the Executive Director of the Rod Lemon Foundation, Shamika leads programs designed to support veterans navigating life after military service. Her work focuses on helping former…

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March 24, 2026

The hardest mental battle — how asking for help saved me

The hardest mental battle — how asking for help saved me
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March 23, 2026

Lisa Bradley: R. Riveter CEO Empowering Military Spouse Careers

Lisa Bradley: R. Riveter CEO Empowering Military Spouse Careers

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lisa Bradley, CEO and Co-Founder of R. Riveter, a mission-driven company creating meaningful employment for military spouses across the United States. What began as a small group of military spouse artisans has grown into a nationally recognized lifestyle brand,…

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March 23, 2026

From addiction to discipline: the power of showing up

From addiction to discipline: the power of showing up

Daryl Dittmer shares his journey from the point of Addiciton to the finding of discipline. A great chat can be seen under our lived tab.

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March 22, 2026

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

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

Another powerful week ahead on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe, featuring real conversations on resilience, leadership, mental health, and purpose after adversity. 🎥 Watch every episode live & on replay: https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 💬 Have a question for our guests? Send it through our social media or email—we bring listener questions…

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March 22, 2026

🛞 Weekly Cart Talk Recap | The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

🛞 Weekly Cart Talk Recap | The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

Another impactful week on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe, highlighting powerful conversations around veteran support, leadership, life transitions, and personal accountability—along with a meaningful moment honoring service. 🎥 Catch every episode here: https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🇺🇸 Sunday | Shamika White – Rod Lemon Foundation We welcomed back Shamika White, Executive Director…

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March 21, 2026

War, Survival & Storytelling | The Real Experiences Behind “The Amir”

War, Survival & Storytelling | The Real Experiences Behind “The Amir”

What does it take to survive warzones, near-death experiences, and come back with a story powerful enough to inspire others? On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with US Army Veteran Dean Davidson—author, adventurer, and leader forged through some of the most dangerous environments on…

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March 21, 2026

Noah May: Turning Mental Health Struggles Into a Voice of Hope

Noah May: Turning Mental Health Struggles Into a Voice of Hope

On this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Noah May — a podcaster, writer, and mental health advocate who turned years of depression, anxiety, and self-doubt into a mission to help others feel less alone. A graduate of Auburn University with a degree in journalism, Noah’s journey…

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March 20, 2026

Army Veteran Omar Ritter: PTSD, Brain Surgery & Leadership Truth

Army Veteran Omar Ritter: PTSD, Brain Surgery & Leadership Truth

What does real leadership look like when everything falls apart? In this powerful episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with Omar Ritter, a West Point graduate, Bronze Star recipient, and former corporate executive who has led both soldiers in combat and billion-dollar operations…

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March 20, 2026

He Survived a Brain Injury… Then Found His True Purpose

He Survived a Brain Injury… Then Found His True Purpose

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes David E. Reddick — a leader whose life journey connects military service, faith, leadership, science, and personal transformation. David served six years in the United States Navy as an aviation ordnance specialist working with F/A-18 Hornet weapons systems, earning multiple…

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March 20, 2026

Living Fully: Simple Habits and Boundaries for Happiness

Living Fully: Simple Habits and Boundaries for Happiness

Another amazing clip with Leann Thrapp as she shares simple habits and the boundaries for true happiness.

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March 20, 2026

Why showing up beats perfection

Why showing up beats perfection

A great clip from our conversation with daryl Dittmer on the importance of showing up. Check out the full episode under our Live Tab

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March 18, 2026

Green Beret Veteran Michael Allen: Grunge Rock With Real Stories

Green Beret Veteran Michael Allen: Grunge Rock With Real Stories

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, the crew welcomes Michael Allen — a U.S. Army Green Beret veteran turned alternative rock artist whose music blends raw emotion, grunge intensity, and real-life storytelling. Based in Nashville, Michael Allen creates music for people who have lived through something and carry those…

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March 18, 2026

Helping veterans lay down moral injury at the end of life

Helping veterans lay down moral injury at the end of life
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March 16, 2026

Marine Veteran Lee Ettinger Created Energy Pain Relief Shot

Marine Veteran Lee Ettinger Created Energy Pain Relief Shot

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lee Ettinger, USMC Airborne Veteran, MBA, and founder of Better Living Products, LLC, creators of POWER PLUS PAIN AID — the world’s first energizing pain relief 2oz beverage shot. After 8 years in a Special Operations Qualified Advanced Landing Unit,…

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March 16, 2026

Military spouses move every 2–3 years… so how do they build careers?

Military spouses move every 2–3 years… so how do they build careers?

In this clip from The MisFitNation, R. Riveter co-founder Lisa Bradley explains how one company turned a military challenge into a national mission. R. Riveter doesn’t just make products — it creates opportunity for military spouses through grants, flexible work, and a powerful community that travels with them wherever duty…

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March 15, 2026

MisFitNation Cart Talk | Veterans, Leadership & Life Stories Ahead

MisFitNation Cart Talk | Veterans, Leadership & Life Stories Ahead

This week on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe, we’re bringing three powerful conversations focused on veterans, leadership, purpose, healing, and personal growth. 🎥 Catch every episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🇺🇸 Sunday | Shamika White – Rod Lemon Foundation The MisFitNation welcomes back Shamika White, Executive Director of…

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March 15, 2026

🛞 Weekly Cart Talk Recap | The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

🛞 Weekly Cart Talk Recap | The MisFitNation & ToosDay Crüe

Another powerful week of conversations on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe, where veterans, entrepreneurs, and creators shared how service, resilience, and purpose continue long after the uniform comes off. If you missed any of this week’s episodes, you can catch them all here: 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🇺🇸 Sunday | USMC…

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March 13, 2026

Daryl Dittmer: Discipline, Truth & the Courage to Show Up

Daryl Dittmer: Discipline, Truth & the Courage to Show Up

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Daryl Dittmer, a man whose philosophy on life and leadership is built on real experience rather than ideology. Raised in a blue-collar family where hard work and responsibility were non-negotiable, Daryl learned early the lessons that come from long days,…

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March 13, 2026

Life, Death & Healing: Hospice Expert Leann Thrapp Shares Wisdom

Life, Death & Healing: Hospice Expert Leann Thrapp Shares Wisdom

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica welcome Leann Thrapp, a nurse, speaker, and compassionate guide who has spent 40 years helping individuals and families navigate life’s most profound transitions. Leann’s remarkable career spans high-risk obstetrics, labor and delivery, and hospice care, where she…

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