What happens when a U.S. Navy veteran, military professional, husband, father, and builder loses nearly everything? And what happens when rock bottom becomes the place where a completely different life begins? On this episode of The MisFitNation, we welcome U.S. Navy Veteran Matthew States, founder of Divine Chosen Ones and…
What happens when the military justice system gets it wrong—and where can a service member turn when the system meant to deliver justice refuses to reconsider the case? Arvis Owens returns to The MisFitNation for a powerful and challenging conversation about wrongful convictions, military justice, false accusations, due process, court-martials,…
Sometimes the push you need doesn’t feel like love when it happens. After losing his college scholarship with a 1.6 GPA, Victor Bretting went home and spent weeks sitting on his mother’s couch wondering what came next. Then his mom started moving his suitcase. She handed him his car keys,…
How do you forgive yourself for bad choices without avoiding responsibility? Victor Bretting’s answer is simple: You don’t erase the mistake. You learn from it. You understand what happened, take responsibility, make sure you don’t repeat it, and keep moving forward. In this powerful moment from The MisFitNation, Victor explains…
What does it really mean to become a strong man—and can you still change your life after decades of mistakes, setbacks, and hard lessons? On this episode of The MisFitNation, Rich LaMonica sits down with Victor Bretting, author of *The Man That I Would Become* and founder of Bretting Texan…
Being a strong man isn't just about taking the pressure, providing for your family, pushing through pain, and never backing down. Victor Bretting spent decades believing strength meant being the guy who could "take the hill." But eventually, he discovered something was missing: empathy. In this powerful moment from The…
For years, questions surrounded Robert Durst and the murder of his longtime friend Susan Berman. Investigative journalist and bestselling true crime author Cathy Scott followed Berman’s story and watched as the case stretched on for years before Durst was finally convicted of her 2000 murder in 2021. In this clip,…
What happens when a service member believes the military justice system got it wrong? And after the trial is over, who is there to independently review the case? On this episode of The MisFitNation, we welcome back U.S. Navy veteran and United States Naval Academy graduate Arvis Owens for a…
What would you do if your 19-year-old child was drafted and sent to war? On this episode of The MisFitNation, we welcome author and former television reporter Claudia Hinz for a powerful conversation about war, motherhood, military service, protest, patriotism, and the families who live with the consequences. Claudia’s debut…
The ToosDay Crüe, presented by The MisFitNation, welcomes legendary investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author Cathy Scott for an unforgettable deep dive into some of America's most notorious true crime investigations. Known for her groundbreaking books on Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G., Robert Durst, Susan Berman, and true…
For an entire generation, September 11, 2001 changed the direction of their lives. In this clip from The MisFitNation, USMC Veteran and Purple Heart recipient Tyler Grogg talks about how the aftermath of 9/11 influenced his decision to join the United States Marine Corps and begin a journey that would…
What does “Blue 97” mean to a Marine EOD technician who served in Afghanistan? In this powerful clip from The MisFitNation, USMC Veteran and Purple Heart recipient Tyler Grogg shares the story behind Blue 97 and a moment that has stayed with him long after the battlefield. Tyler served as…
What does spending six years aboard a nuclear-powered attack submarine teach you about pressure, discipline, leadership, and resilience? On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, we welcome U.S. Navy Veteran Rob Robertson, who served aboard the USS Louisville (SSN-724) and earned his coveted submarine dolphins while operating in one of…
🔥 THREE GUESTS. THREE PERSPECTIVES. ONE BIG WEEK AHEAD. This week, The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe explore leadership, military service, discipline, sacrifice, and the growing divide between those who serve and the nation they defend. 🇺🇸 SUNDAY – CARESSA BELL Rich welcomes U.S. Army Gulf War Veteran Caressa Bell.…
Purpose after service looked different for each of our guests this week—but both proved that experience can become a powerful new mission. ⚓ Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomed Diana Ocasio Rich sat down with U.S. Navy Veteran Diana Ocasio, founder of Mission Driven Digital and creator of Mission to Monetize™.…
What does “Blue 97” mean to a Marine EOD technician who served in Afghanistan? In this powerful clip from The MisFitNation, USMC Veteran and Purple Heart recipient Tyler Grogg shares the story behind Blue 97 and a moment that has stayed with him long after the battlefield. Tyler served as…
For many service members, the mission has to come first. USMC veteran John A. Dailey knows that reality firsthand. In this clip from The MisFitNation, John talks about the tension between combat focus and family life — and how military families often carry a cost they never volunteered for. He…
After 9/11, the U.S. military faced an urgent problem: it needed more Special Operations Forces. USMC veteran John A. Dailey was selected as one of four team leaders for Detachment One, the Marine Corps proof-of-concept unit that helped pave the way for what would become MARSOC. In this clip from…
What if fearlessness isn’t something you’re born with… but something you build every time life gives you a reason to be afraid? On this episode of The MisFitNation, we welcome U.S. Army Gulf War veteran, executive strategist, keynote speaker, and author Caressa Bell for a powerful conversation about courage, leadership,…
What happens when the mission ends—but the hardest battle is just beginning? In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Jake welcomes Chief Warrant Officer 4 (Ret.) Michael Carmichael, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret with 26 years of service, including 22 years in Special Forces and 10 combat deployments…
US Army Veteran Michael Carmichael shares the rollercoaster he rode when he transitioned from service and what led him to where he is today. Check out the full episode under the live tab
