Part 1 — Grief & Gratitude This year brought deep emotion for US Army Veteran Marie Slider Henricksen. In July, she lost her father — a loss that reshaped her heart and her journey. But even in grief, Marie found gratitude: Gratitude for the moments she shared with him. Gratitude…
Welcome to Day 8 of our Gratitude Series featuring US Army Veteran Marie Slider Henriksen — co-host of the podcast Every Day Is A Saturday: Coffee Talk With Brian and Marie and founder of the healing community Slider Babe. This year brought Marie profound grief and profound growth. After losing…
On Day 7 of our Thirty Days of Gratitude, we highlight USMC Veteran Lee Him, whose message centers on connection, growth, and the gift of simply being here. “What am I grateful for this year? Being part of something bigger. The Travis Manion Foundation and the Spartan Leadership Program —…
In this impactful clip from The ToosDay Crüe, Dr. Will Van Derveer explains how MDMA-assisted therapy is transforming the treatment of long-term PTSD. Once known only as a party drug, MDMA—when used in a controlled clinical setting with trained therapists—becomes a powerful tool for trauma healing. Dr. Van Derveer recounts…
Today we continue our Thirty Days of Gratitude with USMC Veteran Adam Corbin, whose journey reminds us that sometimes the greatest blessings come through the relationships we build along the way. “I am grateful for God, for this whole experience with the Travis Manion Foundation and the Spartan Leadership Program.…
On Day 5 of our Thirty Days of Gratitude, we highlight Jonathan McWain, a brother in the Spartan Leadership Program, whose message reminds us of the power of connection and shared experience. “Something I’m grateful for over the last year with the Spartan Leadership Program has been all the wonderful…
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Will Van Derveer breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about psychedelics: Therapeutic psychedelic healing is not the same as recreational use. He explains how guided psychedelic therapy, facilitated by trained professionals in a safe and intentional environment, is a completely different experience than taking…
Join Host Rich LaMonica as he welcomes retired U.S. Army officer Kenneth Webb. With 33 years of military service and over two decades at American Airlines, Ken's life is a masterclass in grit, transition, and reinvention. Now living in Peru and working on his debut psychological thriller Trapped in Deception,…
The ToosDay Crüe welcomes Dr. Will Van Derveer, Psychiatrist, Speaker, Psychedelics Researcher, and Co-Founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. Dr. Van Derveer is a pioneer in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and integrative psychiatry, helping people overcome treatment-resistant depression and PTSD through innovative, evidence-based care. He’s also Medical Director of the Integrative Psychiatry…
In this powerful Veterans Week episode, The MisFitNation welcomes US Army Veteran Tammy Flake — a leader, advocate, businesswoman, and champion for veteran wellness and community connection. Tammy served from 2004-2008 as a Unit Supply Specialist and Arms Room Specialist with the 3-101 Aviation Regiment at Fort Campbell, supporting the…
This Veterans Week, The MisFitNation welcomes US Army Veteran, poet, speaker, and healing advocate Marie Slider Henricksen. Marie served nearly 6 years as a combat medic before a medical discharge—and her journey since has been one of courage, pain, resilience, and radical healing. From growing up in foster care, surviving…
Join us for this special Veterans Week episode as we welcome Daniel and Stephanie Snyder — a powerhouse couple devoted to service, resilience, leadership, and empowering the U.S. Special Operations community. Dan Snyder served 31 years in the U.S. Navy, including as a SWCC operator and Command Master Chief of…
Today on Day 4 of our Thirty Days of Gratitude, we highlight US Army Veteran and Co-Host of The ToosDay Crüe, Jake Holland — a man whose faith and humility remind us that gratitude begins in the heart. “First of all, I'm grateful that I have a God that loves…
In this jaw-dropping episode of The ToosDay Crue, Jake and Stephen sit down with Tommy Kilpatrick, author, and banking myth-buster. Tommy shares his explosive theory about bank-issued alleged credit card debt—and why he claims it's not legally enforceable. Discover how he went toe-to-toe with banks in federal court, exposed alleged…
As we continue our Thirty Days of Gratitude, today we shine a light on Lisa Marie Nicole — an award-winning Christian recording artist, songwriter, author, and podcast host whose voice and mission inspire hope through faith and music. “I’m really blessed to have these ministries that God has given me…
In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Weston Brandon — a speaker, author, and songwriter who teaches people how to guarantee success through his D.R.I.V.E. framework. After losing his wife just two weeks after their son was born, Weston faced unimaginable grief. But through faith, resilience,…
This week, The ToosDay Crüe welcomes U.S. Navy Veteran Daryl Makin, founder of A Soldier’s Child Foundation (ASC) — a powerful nonprofit honoring our fallen heroes by serving their children. After his neighbor, Marine Staff Sergeant Marcus Golczynski, was killed by sniper fire in Iraq, Daryl was inspired by Marcus’s…
As we continue our Thirty Days of Gratitude, we’re honored to share words from US Army Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Harold Reynolds — a leader whose life and service reflect humility, honor, and heart. “I’m thankful for my village — my wife, my kids, my grandkids, my family… and my…
🔥 MisFitNation — gear up for a powerful week of transformation, grit, and purpose! 🎧 Sunday – The MisFitNation Show We welcome Weston Brandon, a man who turned tragedy into triumph. Widowed at just 23 years old after the loss of his wife, Lauren, Weston faced life’s hardest moment as…
🔥 Woo! MisFitNation — it’s a new week, a new month, and a brand new reason to be proud! Last week, we witnessed pure grit in motion. After 16 weeks of training and two years of reflection, our runner crushed the Marine Corps Marathon! 🏃♀️💪 She ran 26.2 miles and…
This year, we kick off our Thirty Days of Gratitude with US Army Veteran and Gold Star Spouse Aaron Hudgins — a man whose journey embodies service, sacrifice, and strength. “Gratitude means more when you've seen both sides of service — the pride of wearing the uniform and the pain…
In this powerful conversation, Barry Todd joins The ToosDay Crüe to discuss his inspiring journey from military service to authorship and advocacy. Barry opens up about the experiences that shaped his book Stand Your Ground, the critical importance of legal protections, and how faith and perseverance guided him through life’s…
In this unforgettable episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Andy Dietrich—an immigrant, U.S. veteran, and the hilariously raw author of Play Stupid Games Win Stupid Prizes. Andy shares brutally honest stories of resilience, friendship, failure, and redemption with wit, wisdom, and more than a few cringe-worthy laughs. Through…
This week on The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake welcome U.S. Navy Veteran Jim Paulk, a man whose life spans service beneath the waves, corporate leadership, and a lifelong mission to protect the ocean. Born and raised in Brunswick, Georgia, Jim graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy Class of…