Some people carry weapons into war. Others carry hope. On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica welcome Dr. Larry Brant—a United States Navy Veteran, Chaplain, pastor, crisis responder, and healer of broken people. Larry has spent a lifetime caring for others: ⛪ 25 years…
What if the biggest failures in war weren’t on the battlefield… but in leadership? On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Eric W. Hommel—a prior-enlisted U.S. Navy Cold War submariner, retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, veteran of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, and author of…
We spoke with fire and passion about the case of Veteran JJ Millett in Vermont. Now we need to advocate for him and others like him. This is bigger than one case. When a veteran reaches out during a mental health crisis, the system must respond with both safety and…
Some people leave the battlefield… and build something even bigger. On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with US Navy Veteran Terry Weaver—a former Navy Corpsman who served alongside U.S. Marines in Kuwait and Iraq (2002–2003) as a combat medic. Terry’s journey…
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What happens when the mission doesn’t end with retirement from the military? On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with US Navy Veteran Matt Johnson, a retired Senior Chief Petty Officer who served 22.5 years in the United States Navy. Matt’s military journey began as…
Another powerful week is coming to The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe — where we spotlight real stories of service, resilience, leadership, redemption, and purpose. Here’s what’s ahead this week: 🇺🇸 Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomes Dr. Kevin Wallace & Lauren Wallace This Sunday, we sit down with U.S. Air…
Another impactful week is in the books for The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe — where we continue sharing stories of service, resilience, leadership, and purpose. Here’s what happened this week: 🇺🇸 Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomed U.S. Army Veteran Martinez Vandergrift Martinez Vandergrift joined us for a powerful conversation…
When the alarm sounds and lives are on the line… leadership gets real. On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Fire Captain Mark Andrew, author of Leading Through the Heat—a powerful leadership book built from real lessons learned in one of the most demanding professions on…
Some people let their past define them. Others turn pain into purpose. On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica welcome Kalise White—published author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and founder of Help Heal Nations, a trauma-recovery support community built to help people heal, grow, and rise.…
What happens when the mission ends… but the battle inside your mind begins? On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Garret Biss—a retired Marine Corps pilot, TEDx speaker, recovery coach, and founder of ValiantPath™. After retiring from…
What if honoring America’s heroes became your life mission? On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Air Force Veteran Dr. Kevin Wallace and Lauren Wallace, the husband-and-wife team behind one of the most meaningful missions in America today—Van of Valor. Van of Valor is a…
Why do some veterans struggle with motivation after leaving the military? Tia May joined The ToosDay Crüe and shared a powerful realization: after service, civilian life can feel like a complete shock to the system. In the military, many jobs are built around adrenaline, urgency, mission focus, and constant readiness.…
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…
We sit with US Army Veteran Martinez Vandergrift and discuss Leadership lessons from the fields of battle. Check out the full episode under the Love tab.
Another powerful week is coming to The MisFitNation and The ToosDay Crüe — where we highlight real stories of service, resilience, leadership, and purpose after adversity. Here’s what’s ahead this week: 🇺🇸 Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Martinez Vandergrift Martinez Vandergrift served as a Combat Medic for…
Here’s what happened this week: 🇺🇸 Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomed U.S. Navy Veteran Matt Johnson Matt Johnson is a retired Senior Chief Petty Officer who served more than 22 years in the United States Navy. He began his career as a Seabee, part of the Navy’s legendary construction battalions…
On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with US Marine Corps Veteran Hartvig Holmberg V—a retired Master Sergeant whose 24-year career took him from Light Armored Reconnaissance to the elite world of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD). Hartvig joined the Marines in 1997…
What does over two decades of service as a combat medic and leader teach you about resilience, leadership, and purpose? On this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with SFC (R) Martinez Vandergrift, a highly decorated United States Army veteran whose career spans more than 20…
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…
