This week we welcome Joshua Hood, author of Burn Out...Available everywhere August 13th! Joshua Hood is the author of The Guardian (Blackstone Publishing, 2023), Treadstone Rendition, Treadstone Transgression, The Treadstone Exile, The Treadstone Resurrection, Warning Order, Clear by Fire, and most recently Burn Out. Josh decided to follow his brot…

This week we welcome Dave Matheny, CEO of Silencer Shop. Silencer Shop is the largest silencer distributor in the U.S. Dave used his background as software engineer to streamline the silencer purchasing process, navigating the regulatory hurdles with a technology based approach. Dave discusses how his son being born with impaired hearing got him in…

We are BACK! And what better way than with Episode 100! This week we welcome Dennis Price, Force Recon Marine and Founder of Heroes 4 Humanity. After multiple deployments during the Global War of Terrorism, Dennis fought through life's dark path to emerge blessed with faith in God and a new mission. Dennis turned from an instrument of war into the …

We break into our regularly scheduled programming to bring you a special interview...This week we welcome friend of the show James Hodgman, United States Air Force Technical Sergeant and spokesman for Team RWB Solano. James talks about the upcoming 9/11 Stair Climb in Mill Valley, California, to honor the first responders who responded to the terro…

This week we welcome Jason Herrick, author of the Life Long Learners series. Jason's first book My Jesus Song is a bedtime lullaby that will remind your child of Jesus's love throughout all the stages of their life. My Jesus Song started as a private story Jason created for his boys, but soon blossomed in to a fully illustrated launching point for …

This week we welcome Dustin Baker, President of BioProtein Technology. Humans have been searching for the secret to longevity since the beginning of time. So, it’s no surprise that synthetic HGH treatments made their way onto the market and promised aging adults and athletes alike the fountain of youth. But, in addition to being costly and injectab…

This week we welcome Charles Brown, two-term President of Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA). From a very young age, Brown knew he wanted to serve his nation and had a calling to work with military aircraft. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1985 and was trained in aviation ordinance. In 1986, Brown sustained a spinal cord injury as a result of a…

This week we welcome Rebecca Briggs, Gold Star wife and founder of the Dashan J. Briggs Memorial Foundation. Technical Sergeant Dashan J. Briggs made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the 106th NYS Air National Guard unit as a Special Missions Aviator. He and his fellow airmen were flying in a HH-60G Pave Hawk rescue helicopter when they cras…

This week we welcome C. David Cain to the show. David is the President and CEO of Heroes Home Advantage, the largest hero rebate program in the country for buying or selling real estate. Heroes Home Advantage is a network of Realtors, lenders, attorneys, home inspectors, title companies, and more who wanted to do something to give back to those who…

This week we welcome Don Culp, father and Warrant Officer in the United States Army. On January 16th, 2009, Don welcomed the newest edition of the Culp family, Braelyn Aubrey. When she was born, Braelyn never would make eye contact with her mother or Don. Within the first six months, she was flown by helicopter to a children's hospital. She had abs…

This week we welcome Navy Seal, Dave Berkenfield. Dave discusses signing on to be part of the American Legion's Be The One Campaign. We talk about the American Legion and their history of advocating for veterans. Their newest program is focused on combating veteran suicide. Today, the No. 1 issue facing the veteran community is suicide, according t…

This week we welcome TSgt James Hodgman to discuss transitioning from military to civilian life. James is a former Security Forces airman, and current public affairs photographer, for the United States Air Force. Anticipating his separation from the military, James wanted to set himself up for success. To that end, he applied and was accepted into …

Team RWB’s Southeast Area Director Aaron Wolf joins the Eagle Nation Podcast sharing his perspective on camping, hiking, and the importance of making health and wellness a priority. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: How making a plan for health and wellness is essential Work-life balance What Eagle Nation can expect for Eagle …

This week we welcome Kevin Bloom, founder of the Optimal Warrior. Kevin identifies the Optimal Warrior as individuals dedicated to identifying their inner fears, facing them head on, and taking action to become the best version of themselves. They are men and women of strong will and deep inner purpose. They understand that life is never complete a…

Team RWB’s E-Commerce Manager Alec Rhodes joins the Eagle Nation Podcast to talk about his journey from the military and into Team RWB's gear store. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Work-life balance What's coming in 2023 for the Team RWB Gear Shop And much, much more.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!! This week we welcome Will Highland, founder of Caritas Apparel. Caritas in Latin roughly translates to charity or the virtue of universal love. They believe that with great partnerships, unique products, and a little bit of love they can make the world a better place, one pair of socks at a time. Their first sock design is de…

This week we welcome Brian Wadtke, Founder and President of The Veteran Hunter. Brian's mission is to organize hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreational activities for our nation's veterans. The Veteran Hunter was born out of a love of nature and an understanding of the healing power of the outdoors. Whether you are climbing a tree stand looking f…

This week we welcome Dale Jenkins, Author of DIPLOMATS AND ADMIRALS: From Failed Negotiations and Tragic Misjudgments to Powerful Leaders and Historic Deeds, the Untold Story of the U.S. Navy’s Victories at Coral sea and Midway. Diplomats and Admirals argues that the war in the Pacific was the result of internal divisions in both the United States …

Team RWB’s Director of Finance Laken Stutzman joins the Eagle Nation Podcast sharing insight into how Team RWB has grown since Laken joined the team as a volunteer in 2011, through the pandemic, and beyond. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Her journey into nonprofit finance Work-life balance How much Team RWB has grown and is…

This week we welcome Robyn Grable, founder of Talents Ascend. Talents Ascend is an AI-powered talent sourcing website that matches job-seekers with employers, using skill profiles rather than traditional resumes. Starting with Veterans Ascend, Robyn set out to not only simplify the veteran hiring process, but also to improve the process of matching…

This week we welcome Jim Lorraine, President and CEO of America's Warrior Partnership. Jim served in the U.S. Air Force as a Flight Nurse with nine combat deployments and retired as the Deputy Command Surgeon for the United States Special Operations Command after 22 years of service. After serving as the founding director of the United States Speci…

Alan Cole leads a community for service members, police, and first responders as President and CEO of GovX. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground, including: Team RWB Patch Campaign From a humble beginning to president and CEO Why GovX supports veterans and first responders And much much more

This week we welcome Ray Murphy, founder of Warriors Healing Network. The Warriors Healing Network was founded to help facilitate psychedelic treatments to combat veterans and police officers who have been diagnosed with PTSD, and require financial assistance to get the help they need to fight for their lives. Ray, and his team, are here to support…

Keith Galloway's commitment to service has followed him through playing football at the Naval Academy, serving as a P-3 Pilot, and fighting fires in Orange County California. Today, Keith serves as Team RWB's Operations Manager. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 3, we cover a lot of ground, including: Work-life balance Team RWB's operations …

This week we welcome John H. Davis, author of Combat to College. John served multiple combat tours as a Infantry Squad Leader in the 101st Airborne Division. After the military, he earned his bachelor’s in history from St. Joseph’s College and his master’s in education from Harvard. Using that experience, John started coaching student veterans, and…

In 2010, Mike Erwin founded Team RWB to support America's veterans after serving combat tours overseas. Today, Mike lives on a 32-acre farm and serves as the organization's Executive Director. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 2, we cover a lot of ground, including: The history of Team RWB Farm life How Mike prioritizes his own health and we…

This week we welcome Ellen Gustafson and Ben Keiser of Vet the Vote. Vet the Vote is a national campaign to recruit veterans and military family members to become the next generation of poll workers. According to Vet the Vote, in the past 3 years alone we have lost over 130,000 poll workers. This has created a crisis for state voting organizations,…

This week we welcome Hendrik VanderBellen, Canadian Infantry Officer. Hendrik graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada, and is currently serving as a Platoon Commander in the Canadian Van Doos Mountain Division. We discuss the challenges of entering the military during the onset of the COVID pandemic, and the unique leadership tactics th…

Jimmie Lucas, a twenty-year military veteran, overcame challenges around mental health and depression by running and becoming vulnerable while asking for help. Today, he serves as Team RWB's Community Engagement Manager and the host of the Eagle Nation Podcast. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 1, he covers a lot of ground, including: Jimmie…

This week we welcome Cole Lyle, Executive Director of Mission Roll Call. Prior to Mission Roll Call, Cole worked as an advisor to senior leadership at the VA and on veteran policy in the United States Senate. As a veteran and advocate, Cole uses his experience in both fields to highlight the voices of 1.4 million members in MRC's network to advocat…

Ladies and Gentleman it's TACO TUESDAY...This week we welcome Navy veteran Bill Hoopes, owner of the first Capital Tacos franchise. After separating from the Navy after 16 years of service, Bill got right to work building his empire. His daughter's passion for softball was the inspiration for his first business, a softball tournament organization. …

We break with our regularly scheduled program to discuss the recent events surrounding the PACT Act. I discuss some of the basic elements of the Act and also what occurred that stopped it from reaching the President's desk. I talk about the good, bad, and ugly of the bill, but most importantly the misinformation that is being used as an excuse for …

This week we welcome Maj. Fred Galvin (Ret.), Marine Officer and author of A Few Bad Men. A Few Bad Men tells the story of Fox Company, a Marine unit ambushed in Afghanistan and betrayed by their own leaders—these elite Marines fought for their lives again, back home. A cross between A Few Good Men and American Sniper, this is the true story of an …

This week we welcome Dr. Judson Brandeis, Urologic Surgeon and author of the 21st Century Man. Judson Brandeis, MD, is a board-certified urologist who currently practices men’s health and sexual medicine in Northern California. Dr. Brandeis attended Brown University, Vanderbilt Medical School, and received a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research…

This week we welcome Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, authors of the International Bestselling Tier One and Sons of Valor Series. Jeff and Brian are at it again with the next installment of the Sons of Valor series, Sons of Valor 2: Violence of Action. When a former teammate of Chunk’s is killed in a shocking ambush, rumors begin to fly that the L…

This week we welcome Jessica Rambo, the founder of The Painted Buffalo Traveling Studio. Painted Buffalo Traveling Studio is A 501(c)(3) nonprofit Veteran Artist founded and operated mobile art studio. In between adventuring around the United Sates in their converted school bus, Jessica and family focus on getting veterans art supplies to tell thei…

About the Episode: Kent and Ryan met in college while competing with the Japanese Olympic Judo team and training with the U.S. Paralympic team and embarked on a mission to fuel their bodies and minds in a healthy, effective way. Today, the friends own and operate Neuro, the health and wellness company behind Neuro Gum and Neuro Mints. In Eagle Nati…

This week we welcome Tim and Janet Scherer, Gold Star parents and the founders of Team Chris. In 2007, Cpl Christopher Scherer was struck by a single sniper bullet while serving his country in Iraq. Faced with the immense grief of losing their son, Tim and Janet were faced with a choice...to mourn him or celebrate his life. They chose to celebrate …

This week we welcome Patrick Donohue, Attorney at Law. Patrick specializes in veteran's law, specifically VA claims. We discuss the ins and outs of filing an initial VA claim, and also the process of upgrading a previous decision. Patrick describes the three factors that go into a VA decision; in-service incident, current diagnosis, and the all imp…

This week we welcome Steve Jimenez, founder of Hives for Heroes. Hives for Heroes is a national military veteran non-profit organization focusing on honey bee conservation, and a healthy transition from service. Through the national network of beekeepers, and veterans, they provide connection, purpose, and healthy relationships fostering a lifelong…

This week we welcome Randall Gillespie, founder of Grunt Proof and creator of The Grunt Proof Survival Games. Through years of Army Infantry training and experience, Randall honed his "Grunt" skills. He started Grunt Proof as a way to share his knowledge and love for the outdoors. Grunt Proof is more than just a gear channel. Randall strives to bri…

J.M. Thompson overcame challenges around depression and addiction through ultra running. Today, he serves as a staff psychologist with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Oakland, California, and is the author of "Running is a Kind of Dreaming." In Eagle Nation Podcast Episode 161, we cover a lot of ground, including: J.M. Thompson's background i…