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I want to thank all of you who have supported the podcast over the last two & half years, we have had on many guests, great content and I have enjoyed hosting this podcast for my brothers & sisters in arms! My family and I are taking on a large & complicated project, the world and our country is in serious times, we pray for all of you, the Veterans that have served the USA and all who call the United States their home.  I hope to return and continue the podcast in 2023, when things calm down and get back to a place of peace, strength & stability in our country! As a Veteran myself, I am doing what veterans do, take care of the people we love and position myself in a place of strength, so I may continue to help others with their needs. As Veterans, please do the same for yourself and the people YOU love. Love your little me, keep them safe and stand strong together for your family and your country! We must be ready to step into leadership roles in our communities, show others what we know and teach them how to survive and thrive in challenging times, VETERANS - This is YOUR mission, we need you! Love, Prayers & Honored to be called Your Brother!  God Bless the USA! ************ Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Dr. Rebecca Siegel is a clinical psychiatrist and author of the newly published book, The Brain on Cannabis: What You Should Know about Recreational and Medical Marijuana, a comprehensive and myth-busting guide on marijuana use and its effects on the brain. The book also addresses how to effectively talk to young people about recreational marijuana use based on her work as a physician who specializes in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. In the book, Dr. Siegel reviews the full spectrum of marijuana’s benefits and risks and debunks myths surrounding cannabis and explores the promises and risks of its many therapeutic possibilities. She thoughtfully investigates the potential downsides of cannabis, particularly with regards to brain health referencing The Amen Clinics' brain SPECT imaging studies. Siegel opens each chapter with an overview of contradictory marijuana myths (i.e., “The Myth of Harmlessness: Teens won’t be adversely affected by marijuana use / The Myth of Harmfulness: My teen will be irreparably harmed by marijuana use in the short-term and the long-term”), and concludes with her observations as a doctor, as well a conclusion of “What We Know for Sure.” https://rebeccasiegelmd.com/ Bryan Buckley, President and CEO  As a Special Operations Team Commander with Marine Raiders, Bryan led multiple teams in deployments to Operation Enduring Freedom-Trans Sahara (Africa), South East Asia, and Operation Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan (Helmand Province). Developed rapport with numerous host nation forces, enhanced capability and capacity within the host nation units, and briefed US Ambassadors. Additionally, he led a 20 man Marine Raider Team to Afghanistan that mentored, trained and conducted over 40 combat operations with an Afghan Special Operations Battalion. Bryan also deployed twice to Operation Iraqi Freedom with Marine Infantry and Marine Reconnaissance.  Awarded Bronze Star Medal with “Combat Distinguishing Device” for Heroic Service Awarded the Purple Heart Medal for wounds received during combat operations About Battle Brothers Foundation: Founded in 2016 by U.S. Special Operations Marine Raider, Bryan Buckley, Battle Brothers Foundation is a 501c3 charitable organization that empowers veterans through community-based personal development, economic upward mobility, and progressive medical treatments to better their lives and the lives of their families. The organization is currently looking for people striving to make a difference in a veteran’s life by pledging a donation or joining their team of volunteers.  About HVGC: HVGC was founded by three United States Special Operations Veterans (Marine Raiders). Since its inception, HVGC has been in discussions with some of the cannabis industry’s top researchers and has developed a veteran based protocol to effectively prove the benefits of medical cannabis. HVGC is developing medical cannabis-based solutions to address symptoms of PTS, the opioid and suicide epidemic that plague U.S. veterans and society as a whole. In coordination with Battle Brothers Foundation, 100% of HVGC’s profits goes toward medical cannabis research. https://hvgcompany.com/ https://battlebrothersfoundation.org/ ************ Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Update - Life changes & exciting plans for the future - will return in May, 2022 with new episodes and guests, stay strong, stay safe and God Bless the USA!!! ********** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Update - On vacation during the month of March, 2022 - will return in April, 2022 with new episodes and guests, stay strong, stay safe and God Bless the USA!!! ********** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Rich on his Podcast, Military Transition & Veterans Issues (Homelessness, Unemployment/Under-employment, Suicide). Rich LaMonica Is a 22-year veteran of the United States Army who was deployed on multiple occasions in support of the Global War on Terrorism. It was during this career he evolved as a leader of people. His education came from great mentors who showed him how to take care of people. He retired in 2015 and went through an entire year of self-reflection as he transitioned to civilian life again. Those 365 days from retiring to finding a job taught him valuable lessons about transition. This has powered his drive to help other veterans as they go through the transition and any other roadblocks they are hitting. He is a Motivated Speaker who discusses Mindset, Resilience, Grit, and more skills that will make you find your Purpose no matter the journey you have been on. He is currently finishing up two books while pursuing a Ph.D from Liberty University in Homeland Security. He lives by rules and has a motto that resonates with fans of How I met Your Mother “Challenge Accepted”. He is the Executive Producer and host of The MisFitNation Podcast. If you are looking for a great guest for your show, look no further, Rich LaMonica is your best choice. Connect at links below: Podcast: https://www.themisfitnation.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Step-Guide-Success-Rich-LaMonica-ebook/dp/B09NPM9K84/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Rich+Lamonica&qid=1645822351&s=books&sr=1-1 RichLaMonica101@gmail.com MisfitnationPodcast@gmail.com LinkedIn: in/Rich LaMonica Twitter: @The MisFitNation Facebook: /The MisfiNnation Instagram: @The_MisFitNation ********** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with George Kalantzis. In his powerful book about navigating life’s toughest transitions, George shares his personal stories about the moments he almost took his life, his battle with depression, addictions, and divorce for the first time. Fans of poetry and short stories will find an unexpected aspect to the book that will help them reveal their own truths hidden deep within. After joining the Marine Corps George lost his best friend in the Iraq war. The battle to find out who he was as a man spiraled out of control with addictive behaviors he ignored until he came face to face with death and learned a truth that runs deeper than time – there is nowhere to go, no place to be. The powerful metaphor is a reminder that the past doesn’t just walk away from you, and time doesn’t heal all wounds. It will follow you everywhere you go until you find the courage to stop running. With hidden prompts for self-reflection, George shows you how to fully accept yourself and rewrite the way you show up to the world. Connect with George at the links below: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/george-kalantzis2 Website: https://theartoftoughtransitions.com/ Book: https://theartoftoughtransitions.com/the-book-nowhere-t0-go/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CU2kOUYLDkG/ ****** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with these two Amazing Ladies & hear how they are helping our Veterans everyday with their talents, skills and dreams! They want a better life for our brave men & women who served & protect our country. Connect with them online at the links below: Amy: At the beginning of 2010, Amy decided to dedicate her musical talents to the Veterans and Troops for all her performances. From 2009 through 2011, Amy was selected as the official Spokesperson for the American Veterans (AMVETS) service foundation of California. Amy’s oldest son, Ryan Scruggs stepped into lead guitar in 2011 and shared the stage and dream with her by performing alongside her. Amy's single “Coming Home”, written by Dave Adams and produced by Paul McKenna, is a celebration song for our heroes.  Amy’s Patriotism shines through in her known traditional version of the National Anthem. In 2011, at the request of the United States Army, Los Angeles Recruiting Battalion, Amy was chosen to perform the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium for the 10 year anniversary of 9/11. She recently performed at Military Appreciation Day at San Diego Padres Petco Park Stadium for local Gold Star Families.  Amy is continually dedicated to her support of the veteran and non-profit community through her singing appearances, TV show, community involvement and her 501 (c) 3 ,  “Voice For Heroes”. Amy is also a Member of the Board for "Saddles In Service" a non-profit, veteran operated ranch, offering an equine therapy program for veterans & first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress. "Comin Home" was the official theme song for the American Veterans of California from 2009-2012! https://www.amyscruggsmedia.com/ https://www.voiceforheroes.org/ Tammy: Tammy’s dream of Saddles In Service became a reality when Mike her husband, retired from the United States Navy in 2016. They purchased an equestrian ranch in Alpine, California. A few months later, Tammy learned about a group of horses that had been rescued from an abusive environment and were in need of forever homes. Two days later, they had their first two rescue horses. Today, they home thirteen amazing horses, each one with a unique story. Tammy wanted to not only rescue the horses but also give them a new purpose. Her passion for Veterans and their families, paired with her love of horses, created the idea of Saddles In Service. The idea grew to include First Responders, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, EMTs, and their families. These Heroes have a calling to serve their Nation and their local communities. Throughout their service, many of these Heroes encounter unimaginable hardships that can create lifelong physical and mental health challenges. Tammy wanted to create a place where Heroes can begin their journey of health alongside rescue horses.  In 2017, Tammy and Mike started to put the foundation in motion. Tammy enlisted the help of her good friend, Jill Breen. Together, they created the non-profit organization known as Saddles in Service. Saddles in Service opened to the public in December of 2017. Our mission is to provide mental health wellness and healing for Active Duty Military, Veterans, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, First Responders, and their families that have been diagnosed with or are experiencing symptoms related to post-traumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, depression, job-related stress, and/or traumatic brain injuries by partnering them with a rescued horse at no cost to them. https://saddlesinservice.org/ ********** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Powerful, Emotional & Inspiring! Join us as we speak with Shaun Coffey! Shaun is the co-author of the stigma-breaking book, ‘Boys Do Cry. A collection of true stories by men who overcome adversity and gender conformity surrounding their mental health and emotions. He shares his life experiences in hopes that it reaches someone who needs to harness their self-worth and overcome obstacles standing in the way of their truth. He currently holds a Recovery Support Worker Certificate in the state of New Hampshire and works as a case manager for a transitional housing program for veterans experiencing homelessness. He graduated from the same program in 2014, he states that “Helping others reach their potential when they sometimes can’t see it, is the most rewarding and inspiring thing to be a part of.” It is this passion that led him to create talks and open up conversation and communication with audiences all over New England. He is a father to a 9-year old daughter, an ultramarathon runner, and a music enthusiast. He is a man a mission. raising awareness and bringing to light just how amazing life can be if you’re courageous enough to take the first step. Connect with Shaun at the links below: https://www.shauncoffey.com/ https://www.instagram.com/willows_runner/ https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Do-Cry-Redefined-Means/dp/1731248849 https://www.facebook.com/shauncoffeyspeaks ************************** Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Robert Seo! Robert was born and raised in Maryland and went to UMD for undergrad. He joined the US Marines while still studying and in 2003, took a year off for Operation Iraqi Freedom with a light armored reconnaissance unit. After his deployment, he received his Bachelors in Economics with a Minor in Math and moved to NYC to work at UBS in investment banking. After a few years, he moved to South America for a year to learn Spanish and to do an Ironman Triathlon (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile marathon).  After completing the race, he came back to NYC and worked at Goldman Sachs in their Principal Strategies Group investing around the world and across various industries before receiving an MBA from the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania).  After graduation, he moved to Korea for a year to look for startup ideas and moved back to NYC as the CEO and cofounder of Slidejoy. Slidejoy was acquired by Buzzvil in 2017. He is currently a cofounder of P.S., a sexual wellness company selling Condoms 2.0, the second coming. Connect with Robert at the links below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trobseo https://www.psgoodtimes.com ******************* Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Former CMO and EVP of Thought Leadership | Keynote Speaker | #1 Bestselling Author | Podcast Host Join us as we speak with Scott! Capping a 25-year career where he served as a chief marketing officer and executive vice president of business development, Scott Jeffrey Miller currently serves as Franklin Covey’s senior advisor on thought leadership, leading the strategy and development of the firm’s speaker’s bureau, as well as the publication of podcasts, webcasts, and bestselling books.  Scott also hosts On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world’s largest and fastest-growing leadership podcast, reaching more than six million people weekly. In addition, Scott authors a leadership column for Inc.com and is the bestselling author of the Mess to Success series & Master Mentors! Scott Miller knows what it’s like to fail. He was demoted from his first leadership position after only three weeks—and that’s just one of several messy management experiences on his two-decade journey to leadership success. Everyone fails. But something sets Scott apart: transparency and willingness to openly share his story in a way that is forthright, relatable, and applicable. Scott is the author of the award-winning, multivolume Mess to Success series, including Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges to Become the Leader You Would Follow and the forthcoming Marketing Mess to Brand Success (May 2021) and Job Mess to Career Success (January 2022).  He is the co-author of The Wall Street Journal bestseller, Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team, and the author of Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from Our Greatest Minds (September 2021), which features insights from his interviews with the leading thinkers of our time. Connect with Scott online at the links below: https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/ https://www.litvideobooks.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmillerj1/ ******************* Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us for this REBROADCAST as we spoke with Vicki Smithers about her Amazing Ranch for Veterans & 1st Responders! David and Dr. Vicki Smithers are owners and founders of Counting Stars Ranch in Ore City, TX. The 76 acre ranch is nestled in the Piney Woods near Lake of the Pines and Barnwell Mountain Outdoor Recreational Vehicle Park. They have 3 fishing ponds and acres of walking trails. Mission statements – We provide Military Veterans and First Responders with a service related disability and their service dogs, support and a peaceful environment to rest, relax and renew. We connect Veterans/First Responders with local services, build community and assist them in building a stronger and more effective bond with their service dog. Building bonds and helping heroes! Company policies – We are an all volunteer 501c3 non-profit organization established in 2021. We operate a faith based program to meet the needs in our local community. We are completely funded by your generous donations. Connect with Vicki & David at the links below: Counting Stars Ranch 8303 Hydrangea Rd, Ore City, Texas 75683, United States 469-338 -9039 vicki@countingstarsranch.com https://countingstarsranch.com/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/building-veterans-tiny-homes https://www.facebook.com/Countingstarsranch/ https://twitter.com/SmithersVicki/status/1434876895070466053?s=19 https://www.instagram.com/p/CSieSmWs90G/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link ************************* Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Larry Freeland, Larry was born in Canton, Ohio.  Since his father was an officer with the United States Air Force he grew up on many Air Force bases across this country.   After graduating from High School at Ramey Air Force Base in Puerto Rico, he attended the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida.  He graduated in 1968 with a degree in mathematics and a concentration in finance. He joined the U.S. Army and served one tour in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne Division as an Infantry Officer and a CH-47 helicopter pilot.  He is the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross with one Oak Leaf Cluster, the Air Medal, with 10 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Bronze Star, and various other military service medals. Upon release from active duty in 1973, Larry returned to civilian life and pursued a career in the Financial Industry.  During his professional career, he continued his education earning graduate degrees in Management and Banking.   He worked for 29 years in the banking business with Trust Company of Georgia, Citizen and Southern Corporation, now Bank of America, and Wachovia, now Wells Fargo.  After retiring from banking he worked as an independent financial consultant for 3 years in the Atlanta area and then worked as an instructor for 6 years with Lanier Technical College in their Management and Leadership Development Program. Larry is now retired and lives in North Georgia with his wife Linda, a retired school teacher.  They stay involved in various activities, most notably those associated with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Veterans related organizations.  They also enjoy traveling together and spending as much time as possible with their two daughters, three grandsons, and two granddaughters. Connect with Larry online and purchase his book at the link below: https://larryfreeland.com/ ******************* Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Dave and Lisa from Anam Cara Wellness! Microcurrent Neurofeedback produces a measurable change in the brainwaves without conscious effort from the individual receiving the feedback. The result is a changed brainwave state and much greater ability for the brain and nervous system to regulate itself. Connect with Anam Cara Wellness or find a provider at the links below: Conditions it can help with: Anxiety Depression PTSD Traumatic brain injury Concussions Addiction ADD/ADHD Autism (some aspects) Fibromyalgia Stroke (cognitive deficits) Chronic Fatigue Chronic Pain Rage & Anger https://www.anamcaratexas.com/ https://microcurrentneurofeedback.com/neurofeedback-near-me/ Dave Thomason 903-530-7704 dave@anamcaratexas.com Lisa Herterich MSN,RN 903-235-8222 lisa@anamcaratexas.com ******************* Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Colin Baden, Kyle McLaughlin & Christopher Lees! IHF has teamed up to combat the most difficult frontline issues – mental and physical – facing our military heroes and their families by creating the Honor Challenge at Tough Mudder. This unique challenge, should you choose to accept it, will raise critical funds to support veteran care and mental health programs. Do You Have What It Takes? The toughest Mudders will form an unbreakable unit to take on a 10-hour endurance survival team challenge across four events in each corner of the country. There will be no winners or losers, just finishers. Waiting for you at the finish line will be a collection of exclusive swag to represent your mission. More details and links below: OFFICIAL HONOR CHALLENGE LOCATIONS: October 23, 2021 Los Angeles, California November 6, 2021 Dallas, Texas ******************************** Colin Baden: Colin is a Founding Legacy Partner of the Irvine Public Schools Foundation and a Founding Society Member of Team Kids. Kyle McLaughlin: Chief Executive Officer at Tough Mudder! CEO and servant leader to a global community of 6 million+ Mudders. Christopher Lees: Christopher is a third generation U.S. Air Force Veteran, serving with multiple Security Forces squadrons from 1991 to 1998 as Security Police in peacetime missions and deployments including Operation Desert Storm and NATO Operation Joint Guard. ******************************** About Tough Mudder: Founded in 2010 with the launch of the Tough Mudder obstacle course event series, Tough Mudder is a leading global sports and active lifestyle brand. With more than 6 million participants, the company hosts more than 130 challenges (Tough Mudder Kids, Tough Mudder 5K and Tough Mudder Classic) and endurance (Tougher Mudder, Toughest Mudder and World’s Toughest Mudder) events annually in 19 countries. The company’s content studio provides millions of engaged online brand enthusiasts with wellness, nutrition and inspiring content delivered daily across social and digital platforms. Tough Mudder’s brand of teamwork-based challenge events and digital fitness experiences are unique in the endurance and obstacle course industries, and over 500,000 new participants are welcomed to the global Tough Mudder community every year. About Infinite Hero Foundation: Infinite Hero Foundation exists to connect our military, veterans, and military family members with innovative and effective treatment programs for service-related injuries with an emphasis in the areas of brain health, family support, suicide prevention, leadership development, and physical rehabilitation. https://www.infinitehero.org/the-honor-challenge/ https://www.infinitehero.org/mission/ https://toughmudder.com/ Contacts: Tough Mudder: Emily Escovar +1 (913) 909-2795 emily.escovar@toughmudder.com Infinite Hero Foundation: Mirka Newman Mia Public Relations +1 (619) 818-5514 mirka@miapublicrelations.com ******************************* Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with George Kalantzis. In his powerful book about navigating life’s toughest transitions, George shares his personal stories about the moments he almost took his life, his battle with depression, addictions, and divorce for the first time. Fans of poetry and short stories will find an unexpected aspect to the book that will help them reveal their own truths hidden deep within. After joining the Marine Corps George lost his best friend in the Iraq war. The battle to find out who he was as a man spiraled out of control with addictive behaviors he ignored until he came face to face with death and learned a truth that runs deeper than time – there is nowhere to go, no place to be. The powerful metaphor is a reminder that the past doesn’t just walk away from you, and time doesn’t heal all wounds. It will follow you everywhere you go until you find the courage to stop running. With hidden prompts for self-reflection, George shows you how to fully accept yourself and rewrite the way you show up to the world. Connect with George at the links below: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/george-kalantzis2 Website: https://theartoftoughtransitions.com/ Book: https://theartoftoughtransitions.com/the-book-nowhere-t0-go/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CU2kOUYLDkG/ *** Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Vicki Smithers about her Amazing Ranch for Veterans & 1st Responders! David and Dr. Vicki Smithers are owners and founders of Counting Stars Ranch in Ore City, TX. The 76 acre ranch is nestled in the Piney Woods near Lake of the Pines and Barnwell Mountain Outdoor Recreational Vehicle Park. They have 3 fishing ponds and acres of walking trails. Mission statements – We provide Military Veterans and First Responders with a service related disability and their service dogs, support and a peaceful environment to rest, relax and renew. We connect Veterans/First Responders with local services, build community and assist them in building a stronger and more effective bond with their service dog. Building bonds and helping heroes! Company policies – We are an all volunteer 501c3 non-profit organization established in 2021. We operate a faith based program to meet the needs in our local community. We are completely funded by your generous donations. Connect with Vicki & David at the links below: Counting Stars Ranch 8303 Hydrangea Rd, Ore City, Texas 75683, United States 469-338 -9039 vicki@countingstarsranch.com https://countingstarsranch.com/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/building-veterans-tiny-homes https://www.facebook.com/Countingstarsranch/ https://twitter.com/SmithersVicki/status/1434876895070466053?s=19 https://www.instagram.com/p/CSieSmWs90G/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link ************************* Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Powerful, Emotional & Inspiring! Join us as we speak with Shaun Coffey! Shaun is the co-author of the stigma-breaking book, ‘Boys Do Cry. A collection of true stories by men who overcome adversity and gender conformity surrounding their mental health and emotions. He shares his life experiences in hopes that it reaches someone who needs to harness their self-worth and overcome obstacles standing in the way of their truth. He currently holds a Recovery Support Worker Certificate in the state of New Hampshire and works as a case manager for a transitional housing program for veterans experiencing homelessness. He graduated from the same program in 2014, he states that “Helping others reach their potential when they sometimes can’t see it, is the most rewarding and inspiring thing to be a part of.” It is this passion that led him to create talks and open up conversation and communication with audiences all over New England. He is a father to a 9-year old daughter, an ultramarathon runner, and a music enthusiast. He is a man a mission. raising awareness and bringing to light just how amazing life can be if you’re courageous enough to take the first step. Connect with Shaun at the links below: https://www.shauncoffey.com/ https://www.instagram.com/willows_runner/ https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Do-Cry-Redefined-Means/dp/1731248849 https://www.facebook.com/shauncoffeyspeaks ************************** Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us for this inspiring episode with Eric Winters on Authenticity! Eric is a self-leadership coach, black-belt hand-washer, speaker, and author with deep knowledge in the science of building courageous and emotionally intelligent mindsets.  His know-how is a result of over 20 years of international corporate life, two masters degrees in human behavior change, and over 12 years helping leaders and their teams become their best selves to meet workplace challenges effectively.  He spends much of his time developing authentically courageous leadership through keynotes, workshops, and individual coaching. Eric is the author of Swipe Right on Your Best Self: simple steps to a bolder life with fewer regrets. Connect with Eric online at the links below: Book: https://www.ericwinters.com.au/product/swipe-right-on-your-best-self/ Website: https://www.ericwinters.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericwinterscomau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericwinterscomau/ *************************** Your Host - Brad Richard Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/manat50/subscribe Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with Colin Baden, Kyle McLaughlin & Christopher Lees! IHF has teamed up to combat the most difficult frontline issues – mental and physical – facing our military heroes and their families by creating the Honor Challenge at Tough Mudder. This unique challenge, should you choose to accept it, will raise critical funds to support veteran care and mental health programs. Do You Have What It Takes? The toughest Mudders will form an unbreakable unit to take on a 10-hour endurance survival team challenge across four events in each corner of the country. There will be no winners or losers, just finishers. Waiting for you at the finish line will be a collection of exclusive swag to represent your mission. More details and links below: OFFICIAL HONOR CHALLENGE LOCATIONS: September 11, 2021 Tri-State, New Jersey October 16, 2021 Washington DC, Maryland October 23, 2021 Los Angeles, California November 6, 2021 Dallas, Texas ******************************************** Colin Baden: Colin is a Founding Legacy Partner of the Irvine Public Schools Foundation and a Founding Society Member of Team Kids. Kyle McLaughlin: Chief Executive Officer at Tough Mudder! CEO and servant leader to a global community of 6 million+ Mudders. Christopher Lees: Christopher is a third generation U.S. Air Force Veteran, serving with multiple Security Forces squadrons from 1991 to 1998 as Security Police in peacetime missions and deployments including Operation Desert Storm and NATO Operation Joint Guard. ******************************************** About Tough Mudder: Founded in 2010 with the launch of the Tough Mudder obstacle course event series, Tough Mudder is a leading global sports and active lifestyle brand. With more than 6 million participants, the company hosts more than 130 challenges (Tough Mudder Kids, Tough Mudder 5K and Tough Mudder Classic) and endurance (Tougher Mudder, Toughest Mudder and World’s Toughest Mudder) events annually in 19 countries. The company’s content studio provides millions of engaged online brand enthusiasts with wellness, nutrition and inspiring content delivered daily across social and digital platforms. Tough Mudder’s brand of teamwork-based challenge events and digital fitness experiences are unique in the endurance and obstacle course industries, and over 500,000 new participants are welcomed to the global Tough Mudder community every year. About Infinite Hero Foundation: Infinite Hero Foundation exists to connect our military, veterans, and military family members with innovative and effective treatment programs for service-related injuries with an emphasis in the areas of brain health, family support, suicide prevention, leadership development, and physical rehabilitation. https://www.infinitehero.org/the-honor-challenge/ https://www.infinitehero.org/mission/ https://toughmudder.com/ Contacts:      Tough Mudder: Emily Escovar +1 (913) 909-2795 emily.escovar@toughmudder.com Infinite Hero Foundation: Mirka Newman Mia Public Relations +1 (619) 818-5514 mirka@miapublicrelations.com *************************************** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support

Join us as we speak with John Giordano, who himself is in long-term recovery, is an addiction expert whose career spans over thirty-years. John’s passion for helping people shined through early in life as a Karate instructor – and continued later as he helped literally thousands of addicts find their path of recovery at his former treatment center. He is considered by his peers to be a pioneer in holistic addiction treatment. John developed innovative new therapies early in his career that have been proven effective and gone on to become standard care in most modern treatment centers. He continues to play a pivotal role in the ongoing effort to usher evidenced-based and scientifically proven holistic modalities into the mainstream of addiction medicine. John is the Author of the book - "The Kid from South Bronx Who Never Gave Up!" Connect with John at the links below: https://www.johnjgiordano.com/ https://twitter.com/JohnJGiordano1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-giordano-45648662/ https://www.facebook.com/john.giordano.3958 **************************************** Your Host - Brad Richard Scars & Stripes Coffee: https://www.ss.coffee/bradrichard   YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y7uzojak Manat50 School: https://brad-s-school-4d92.thinkific.com Website: https://www.bradrichard.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manat50/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manat50/support