The Lasting Mission

On this inspiring episode of The Lasting Mission, we sit down with Jason Murff, an Army veteran, small business owner, and former professional motocross and quad competitor. Jason discusses what led him to be the first in his family to serve,  the difficulties he overcame in transitioning to civilian life after his service, and how he navigated the intricacies of a small business startup. Now operating a successful and fast growing boutique BBQ company, Grill Your Ass Off, Jason is as funny and

In this episode of The Lasting Mission, we dive deep into the impactful work of Vet the Vote, an organization dedicated to mobilizing veterans as poll station workers. With a remarkable goal of enlisting 100,000 veterans, they have exceeded expectations, now boasting an impressive 161,000 volunteers! Join us as we speak with Ellen Gustafson, a passionate advocate for civic engagement, who shares insights into how veterans are uniquely positioned as trusted figures in our society. Tune in to l...

In this episode of The Lasting Mission, we sit down with Jim Lorraine, President and CEO of America’s Warrior Partnership, to discuss the organization's vital work in connecting veterans and their families with the resources they need. Jim, a 22-year Air Force veteran and former Special Operations Command Care Coalition director, shares more about AWP's proactive, upstream approach to veteran support—focused on connecting, educating, advocating, and collaborating to ensure veterans receive ho...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ty Buras, a 29-year Army veteran who bravely served in Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. ThroughThe Lasting Mission Podcast, Ty courageously shares his deeply personal journey of facing mental health challenges after returning from combat and transitioning from his military career. Through the unwavering support of his wife, a fellow veteran, and a life-changing service dog named Wrigley, Ty found hope and began healing. Listen for an inspiri...

In this episode of The Lasting Mission Podcast, Ray Whitaker from Mission Roll Call sits down with Mike Sullivan from Team Red, White & Blue. Mike shares his insights on the power of teamwork, how his time in the military shaped his personal growth, and the remarkable resilience of veterans who continue to serve and strengthen their communities long after their service ends. Tune in to hear his inspiring stories of dedication and the lasting impact of finding a tribe. 👉🏼 About Missio...

In this special episode of The Lasting Mission podcast, we hear from Ron Pastino, an Army veteran and 9/11 first responder, who shares his harrowing experience at Ground Zero. Ron recalls the scene as a war zone, sifting through debris and facing the unimaginable loss of innocent lives. Despite the physical and emotional toll, Ron's dedication to service never wavered—until a lung disease linked to his time at Ground Zero forced his early retirement from the New York State Police. Join us as ...

In this episode of The Lasting Mission, we’re joined by Candice Caesar, a U.S. Army veteran who overcame a traumatic brain injury and spinal cord damage sustained in a service-related accident. Despite being told she’d never walk again, Candice defied the odds by completing 24 full marathons, 100 half marathons across all 50 states, and multiple Boston Marathons. Introduced to archery by a friend, she quickly rose to prominence, earning a spot on the U.S. National Para-Archery Team and winnin...