What if everything we've been told about society's problems is missing the bigger picture? In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with retired U.S. Army Colonel Scott Paradis for a deep conversation about leadership, personal responsibility, economic systems, political division, human potential, and the…
What if the thing people praise you for is the very thing that's breaking you? In this unforgettable conversation, Allison Burton joins The Misfit Nation to challenge one of society's favorite compliments: "You're so resilient." As a military spouse, speaker, writer, and advocate, Allison has spent years navigating deployments, parenting,…
Can America still win the next war—and are we preparing the right way? This week on The MisFitNation Show, Rich LaMonica sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Paul Darling (Ret.), a combat veteran, published author, military strategist, podcast host, and advocate for veterans. After 23 years of military service, deployments to…
America's 250th birthday deserves a week of unforgettable stories—and that's exactly what's ahead on **The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe**. 🇺🇸 **Saturday – Happy 250th Birthday, America!** As our nation celebrates 250 years of freedom, sacrifice, and resilience, we honor the generations who have defended the ideals that continue to…
Hope, healing, and service took center stage this week on **The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe**, reminding us that every story has the power to change a life. 🇺🇸 **Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomed Dr. Pam Arnell** Rich LaMonica sat down with Dr. Pam Arnell, Executive Director of 22ZERO, for…
When addiction and mental health crises collide with the legal system, who protects the families? This week on The ToosDay Crüe, Cagney and Lacey welcome Attorney Mark Astor, one of the nation's leading advocates for families facing substance abuse, involuntary commitment, and mental health rights. Mark has spent decades fighting…
What happens when a 13-year-old child is forced into one of history's most brutal wars? On this powerful episode of **The MisFitNation**, we welcome **Heidi Langbein-Allen**, author of *Save the Last Bullet: Memoir of a Boy Soldier in Hitler's Army*. Heidi shares the remarkable story of her father, Wilhelm Langbein,…
US Army Veteran Keni Thomas explains the run out of the fight in Mogadishu. The helplessness of getting into the Malaysian APC and how they all got out of there. Check out the full episode under the Live tab.
What do you do when every second counts? In this powerful moment from MisFitNation, Army Ranger veteran Keni Thomas shares the incredible story of Ranger Tom DiTomaso, who made a split-second leadership decision during the Battle of Mogadishu. Ordered to stay in position, DiTomaso saw a Black Hawk helicopter crash…
Most people believe human trafficking happens somewhere else. Another city. Another state. Another country. Former undercover detective Heidi Chance says that's one of the biggest misconceptions keeping communities vulnerable. In this powerful episode of TheMisFitNation, Heidi shares what she learned during more than 27 years in law enforcement and over…
What is the true cost of freedom? In this deeply moving and unforgettable episode of MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Army Veteran Ethan Groce and Gold Star Son Jason Galvan, co-hosts of the Operation Insight Podcast, for a powerful conversation about military service, sacrifice, resilience, purpose, and preserving…
Some stories change the way you see the world. This week on MisFitNation, we welcome Adriene Caldwell, author of Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines, for an unforgettable conversation about surviving childhood trauma, overcoming adversity, and discovering that healing is possible. Adriene's life has been marked by experiences that could have…
Healing. Hope. Service. Leadership. The week ahead on **The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe** is packed with powerful conversations that remind us why stories matter. 🇺🇸 **Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomes Dr. Pam Arnell** Rich LaMonica sits down with Dr. Pam Arnell, Executive Director of 22ZERO. Through her leadership, she's…
Leadership, resilience, and authentic conversations took center stage this week on The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe. 🎙️ Saturday – Special Edition with Allison Burton We kicked off the weekend with Allison Burton, speaker, writer, military spouse advocate, and unapologetic truth-teller. Together, we explored the realities of invisible labor, burnout,…
LIVE • Tuesday, June 30, 2026 • 7:00 PM CST This week, The ToosDay Crüe welcomes US Army Retired Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Jeff Truex, a man whose mission didn't end when he hung up the uniform. Jeff served 23 years in the United States Army, including 17 years…
When service ends, the battle doesn't always stop. This week, The MisFitNation welcomes Dr. Pam Arnell, Executive Director of 22ZERO, psychologist, educator, first responder, suicide prevention leader, and lifelong advocate for veterans, military families, first responders, and trauma survivors. Dr. Arnell has dedicated decades to helping children, families, veterans, and…
What does real leadership look like when everything is falling apart? In this unforgettable episode of MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Keni Thomas, a former U.S. Army Ranger with the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, Bronze Star with Valor recipient, Ranger Hall of Fame inductee, bestselling author, country…
How do elite leaders stay calm when everything is falling apart? Former Pennsylvania State Police SWAT Commander and NASA Kennedy Space Center tactical leader Bill Young joins The MisFitNation to share the lessons he learned from over 31 years of leading high-performance teams in high-risk environments. This conversation goes far…
Some battles end when you leave the battlefield. Others follow you home. In this unforgettable episode of The ToosDay Crüe Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Purple Heart recipient, Iraq War veteran, Combat Engineer, husband, father, and author Jason Rumbaugh for one of the most honest conversations we've ever…
After 13 years investigating human trafficking, former undercover detective Heidi Chance realized something alarming: Children are being targeted younger than ever before. That's why she wrote Talk to Them—a book designed to help parents recognize grooming tactics, online dangers, and the warning signs predators don't want families to see. This…
