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 started in San Bernardino, California, and took him straight into war—where he experienced the realities of combat and the responsibility of keeping others alive.
After his honorable discharge, Terry didn’t slow down.
He earned a degree from Texas A&M’s Mays Business School, became a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and later completed a Master’s in Biblical Studies.
But that’s just the beginning.
Terry has since:
• Founded the nonprofit VEL Institute
• Written five books
• Built a career in sales and marketing
• Become an award-winning actor
• Produced multiple films
• Written, produced, and directed his first feature film — “The Beast of Trinity Texas”
Today, Terry is on a mission to inspire others through faith, creativity, storytelling, and leadership.
This episode dives into combat, transition, purpose, faith, and what it takes to build something meaningful after service.
🎙️ In This Episode
Life as a Navy Corpsman embedded with Marines
Combat deployments to Iraq and Kuwait
Transitioning from war to civilian life
The power of faith and purpose
Building a nonprofit and creative career
From writing books to directing a feature film
Using storytelling to impact lives
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🌐 Website
https://thebeastoftrinitytexas.com/
✍️ Substack
https://terryweaver.substack.com
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Hosted by:
🇺🇸 Jake Holland – US Army Veteran
🎙 Stephen LaMonica – Business Leader & Show Host
Terry turned his life experience into purpose, creativity, and impact.
👉 What are YOU building with your story?
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