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June 27, 2025

šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Leadership Through Loss: Honoring SFC Santos

In this heartfelt conversation, Rich LaMonica and Andrew Bragg reflect on the devastating loss of Sergeant First Class Santos—a leader, mentor, and father figure in uniform. Discover how his platoon navigated the grief, leaned on each other, and carried forward the life lessons he instilled. Through heartbreak came resilience—and a…

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June 26, 2025

Special Ops Veteran Joshua Daniel on Purpose, Mindset & Bold Living

In this electrifying episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Joshua Daniel, a retired Master Sergeant with over 20 years of service in U.S. Special Operations. From the elite ranks of the 75th Ranger Regiment and Special Forces, Joshua transitioned from warfighter to purpose-driven leader. He’s the Founder of…

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June 26, 2025

šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Honoring the Fallen: The Meaning Behind 22

In this powerful and emotional clip, U.S. Army veteran Andrew Bragg opens up about the deep significance of the number 22—a symbol tied to loss, remembrance, and the heavy toll of service. We pay tribute to Tines, Nolan, and Sergeant First Class Santos ("Dad"), reflecting on their leadership, brotherhood, and…

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June 25, 2025

šŸ”„ Shaking the Hand That Feeds You – AJ Richards on Fixing America’s Food System šŸ”„

The MisFitNation with Rich LaMonica welcomes Combat Veteran AJ Richards, a former CrossFit gym owner, sixth-generation rancher, and food sovereignty advocate on a mission to decentralize the American food supply chain. AJ’s journey began when the 2020 pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of our food system. What started as selling his…

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June 25, 2025

Tip of The Spear

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June 25, 2025

From Marine to Artist: Joe Stazione’s Mission to Heal Through Riding

In this inspiring episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Joe Stazione, a proud U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and founder of multiple veteran-focused nonprofit organizations, including Throttle Therapy. Joe served in the USMC from 1999 to 2003, and while he didn’t see combat, he’s done his fighting on the…

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June 25, 2025

šŸ¤– AI, Mental Health & Military Support—With a Hilarious Twist

Join Chris Hood and The MisfitNation Show for a powerful blend of laughs and insight! We kick off with a comedic breakdown of Discover commercials, then pivot into an eye-opening conversation about AI's evolving role in mental health—especially for veterans and active-duty soldiers. šŸ’” Can AI bridge the gap when…

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June 25, 2025

šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Surviving Afghanistan: The First IED & A Soldier’s Evolution

In this raw and emotional episode of The MisfitNation Show, U.S. Army Veteran Andrew Bragg takes us back to his first IED attack in Afghanistan—a defining moment of loss, shock, and transformation. šŸ’£ From the instant impact of the explosion to the emotional weight of inheriting a combat outpost, this…

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June 24, 2025

šŸ’„ Tripwire Terror: A Soldier’s Near-Death Encounter

šŸ’„ Tripwire Terror: A Soldier’s Near-Death Encounter In this gripping episode of The MisfitNation Show, U.S. Army Veteran Andrew Bragg shares the unforgettable moment he stumbled upon a tripwire IED—a life-or-death discovery that changed everything. āš ļø Feel the adrenaline as he recalls the split-second realization, the call for EOD, and…

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June 24, 2025

🧠 AI & Suicide Prevention: Can Technology Save Lives?

In this powerful episode of The MisfitNation Show, we sit down with Chris Hood to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in mental health and suicide prevention. šŸ’¬ Discover how AI-driven tools offer comfort, support, and early intervention, especially in moments when human help may not be immediately available.…

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June 23, 2025

šŸ”„ The MisFitNation Presents: Chris Hood - Transforming Customer Experience & Digital Strategy! šŸ”„

Join Rich LaMonica as he welcomes Chris Hood, an influential speaker, strategist, and author who has reshaped the way companies approach Customer Experience (CX) and Digital Transformation. With over 35 years of experience, Chris has earned recognition as one of the Top 30 Customer Experience Gurus by Global Gurus for…

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June 23, 2025

Special Ops Veteran Joshua Daniel on Purpose, Mindset & Bold Living

In this electrifying episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Joshua Daniel, a retired Master Sergeant with over 20 years of service in U.S. Special Operations. From the elite ranks of the 75th Ranger Regiment and Special Forces, Joshua transitioned from warfighter to purpose-driven leader. He’s the Founder of…

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June 22, 2025

Surviving the Devil’s Playground: Andrew Bragg’s Story of Combat and Brotherhood

Join host Rich LaMonica on this powerful episode of The MisFitNation as he welcomes U.S. Army Veteran and author Andrew Bragg, who shares the raw and unfiltered story behind his gripping memoir, The Devil’s Playground. Bragg recounts his deployments to Afghanistan with the 173rd and 82nd Airborne Divisions—facing brutal combat…

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June 22, 2025

šŸ”„ This Week on The MisfitNation Show – Veterans, Authors & Powerful Stories!

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June 21, 2025

šŸ“£ What’s Coming Up This Week on The MisfitNation Show!

šŸ“£ What’s Coming Up This Week on The MisfitNation Show! Get ready for another powerful week on The MisfitNation Show šŸ’„ šŸŽ¤ We’re featuring three incredible guests: šŸ“˜ Andrew Bragg – U.S. Army veteran & author of The Devil’s Playground āœļø Joshua Daniel – U.S. Army veteran with powerful stories…

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June 21, 2025

Misfit Nation Weekly Recap: Guest Highlights and YouTube Channel!

šŸ”„ This Week on The MisfitNation Show – Veterans, Authors & Powerful Stories! Catch up on a packed week of inspiration with The MisfitNation Show! šŸ’Ŗ We hosted: šŸŖ– Navy veteran Clay Moffatt sharing lessons from service to success šŸ“š USMC veteran, bestselling author & publisher G. Michael Hopf talking…

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June 21, 2025

šŸ› ļø Veteran Innovation & Bold Ideas – Doug Katz on The MisfitNation Show

šŸ› ļø Veteran Innovation & Bold Ideas – Doug Katz on The MisfitNation Show What happens when military precision meets entrepreneurial spirit? On this episode of The MisfitNation Show, Doug Katz shares a deep dive into: His journey from artillery career to entrepreneurship A look inside his game-changing knife design that…

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June 21, 2025

🧠 Facing the Silent Wounds of War – Douglas Greenlaw’s Message on Mental Health

The battlefield doesn't always stay overseas. In this powerful segment, Douglas Greenlaw shares the emotional and psychological weight many veterans carry long after their service ends. šŸŽ–ļø What we cover: The invisible scars of war and combat trauma Real talk about mental health struggles many veterans face Why asking for…

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June 20, 2025

Katie Lain on Healing Alcohol Addiction Without Quitting Cold Turkey

In this episode of The ToosDay Crue, Jake and Stephen welcome Katie Lain, founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, to discuss her journey from high-functioning drinker to becoming "accidentally alcohol-free"—all without traditional rehab or forced abstinence. After nearly a decade of drinking 1–2 bottles of wine nightly, Katie discovered The Sinclair…

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June 20, 2025

šŸŖ– From the Brink of Death to Bestselling Author – Douglas Greenlaw’s Powerful Story

What happens when you face death... and come back? Join us as Douglas Greenlaw shares a raw, chilling account of near-death during war, reflecting on the surreal peace he felt, the unexpected absence of spiritual figures, and the moment he awakened—changed forever. šŸŽ™ļø In this gripping episode: Hear about the…

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June 20, 2025

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Unlock Your Inner Chef with Nulu & Douglas Katz!

Forget perfection—cooking is creativity, not intimidation! In this inspiring conversation, Entrepreneur Douglas Katz introduces Nulu, a movement to democratize the kitchen and empower everyone to explore their personal flavor journey. šŸ½ļø In this episode, we dive into: Why cooking should be about expression, not stress How to unlock your flavor…

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June 19, 2025

Uncover the Journey Behind the #1 Amazon Bestseller on PTSD and HealingPowerful Story

Uncover the Journey Behind the #1 Amazon Bestseller on PTSD and Healing Experience the powerful transformation from silence to storytelling. In this best-selling book, we reveal our path from the first urge to speak out to the emotional healing of writing. Dive deep into raw conversations about PTSD, military trauma,…

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June 19, 2025

The Devil’s Playground: Andrew Bragg on Surviving Combat in Afghanistan

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with U.S. Army Veteran Andrew Bragg, author of the explosive memoir The Devil’s Playground. Bragg recounts his deployment with the 2-508th PIR, 82nd Airborne Division into one of Afghanistan’s most unforgiving battle zones: the Arghandab Valley. With gripping…

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June 19, 2025

Susan Snow: Reclaiming Life After Trauma, Loss, and Forgiveness

šŸŽ™ļø In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Susan Snow, a Trauma Resilience Coach, speaker, and author of The Other Side of the Gun. Susan's life changed forever on Halloween night in 1985 when her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, was ambushed and…

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