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The MisFitNation

Richard LaMonica

The MisFitNation Show: Empowering Stories of Resilience and Growth Welcome to The MisFitNation Show, hosted by Rich LaMonica, a proud US Army Veteran. Alongside a fellow Veteran and a prominent business leader, our mission is clear: to inspire and empower you to become a better human being. We spotlight the remarkable stories of Veterans and First Responders, showcasing their journeys of resilience, strength, and triumph over adversity. Each episode features captivating interviews with guests

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58:50

Lisa Bradley: R. Riveter CEO Empowering Military...

The MisFitNation ·

2026/03/24

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lisa Bradley, CEO and Co-Founder of R. Riveter, a mission-driven company creating meaningful employment for military spouses across the United States.What began as a small group of military spouse artisans has grown into a nationally recognized lifestyle brand, combining timeless American design with purpose-driven manufacturing. Through a distributed manufacturing model, R. Riveter now supports hundreds of military

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61:36

Green Beret Veteran Michael Allen: Grunge Rock With...

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2026/03/19

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, the crew welcomes Michael Allen — a U.S. Army Green Beret veteran turned alternative rock artist whose music blends raw emotion, grunge intensity, and real-life storytelling.Based in Nashville, Michael Allen creates music for people who have lived through something and carry those experiences with them. Inspired by the sound and spirit of Grunge and Alternative Rock, his songs combine heavy melodies with stripped-down honesty. Before stepping onto the stage,

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62:57

Marine Veteran Lee Ettinger Created Energy Pain...

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2026/03/17

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lee Ettinger, USMC Airborne Veteran, MBA, and founder of Better Living Products, LLC, creators of POWER PLUS PAIN AID — the world’s first energizing pain relief 2oz beverage shot. After 8 years in a Special Operations Qualified Advanced Landing Unit, Lee understood “No Gain, No Pain” at the highest level. But at 50, the physical toll of service caught up. Instead of slowing down, he went on a 10-year mission to create what didn’t

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60:15

From Marine Infantry to Community Builder | Clifton...

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2026/03/12

n this episode of The MisFitNation Podcast, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Clifton Maddox, a leader whose mission of service continued long after his military career ended.Clifton served in the Marine Corps from 2003 to 2010, working with 4th GSP and 2nd Intelligence as an infantry Marine who supported Joint Task Force border missions and deployments to Iraq. Those experiences forged his understanding of discipline, leadership, unity, and responsibility. After leaving the

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60:44

Diana Colleen: Psychedelics, Healing & Conscious Change

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2026/03/10

On this episode of The ToosDay Crue, we welcome Diana Colleen — a Canadian, Seattle-based writer and psychedelic facilitator whose work explores healing, consciousness, and social transformation. After experiencing profound personal growth through psychedelic-assisted therapy, Diana committed herself to storytelling as a catalyst for change. Through fiction and reflective writing, she examines the climate crisis, power structures, billionaire accountability, and the deep inner work required to

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Karl Monger: Ranger Leadership & Veteran Transition...

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2026/03/05

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Karl Monger, retired US Army Major, Ranger-qualified leader, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Founder of GallantFew.After serving in infantry and Ranger assignments, Karl dedicated his post-military life to one mission: helping veterans transition from active duty to civilian lives of hope and purpose. Since 2010, he has coached, mentored, and counseled thousands of veterans through connecting, coaching, and clinical

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71:20

TJ Baird: Warrior Dad Leadership, Legacy, and Resilience

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2026/03/03

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Thomas TJ Baird — US Army Veteran, leadership mentor, motivational speaker, and founder of Warrior Dad Stories.TJ has built his life around leadership — not just in uniform, but at home, in business, and in the community. A disabled veteran, devoted husband (self-proclaimed Trophy Husband), and proud Dog Dad, TJ blends humor, discipline, and grit into a leadership philosophy rooted in trust, resilience, and empowerment. Through

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63:00

Matt Johnson on NLP, Hypnosis, and Healing the...

The MisFitNation ·

2026/02/26

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, Jake and Stephen welcome Matt Johnson, subconscious transformation expert, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis specialist.After being diagnosed with PTSD and struggling with anxiety, Matt tried traditional talk therapy and medication — but knew there had to be another way. That journey led him deep into the world of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and hypnosis. After becoming quadruple-certified and studying the masters of subconscious transformation, Matt

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60:05

Daniel Gray: Redemption, Grace, and Rebuilding After...

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2026/02/24

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Daniel Gray, author of The Men from the Medium — a memoir written entirely by hand while incarcerated following January 6th.Daniel’s story is not about headlines. It’s about accountability, humility, faith, and rebuilding a life from the ground up. While serving time, he turned inward — using writing as discipline, reflection as medicine, and honesty as a path toward transformation. In this conversation, Daniel speaks openly

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61:54

Gary Thrapp: Building Youth Leaders Through Sports,...

The MisFitNation ·

2026/02/19

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Gary Thrapp, a lifelong youth sports leader, coach, and community builder with over 40 years of experience shaping young athletes into strong leaders.Gary has coached multiple sports, raised four successful children through the competitive process, and owned Beyond The Baseline, a premier youth sports facility, for 19 years—managing more than 50,000 games. Today, he continues his mission by providing free competitive youth sports

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70:29

JJ Parma: Navy SEAL, Life After the Teams, Leading...

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2026/02/17

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, Jake and Stephen welcome retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer JJ Parma, a veteran of 11 combat deployments who understands elite performance—and the real cost that comes with it.After leaving the SEAL Teams, JJ faced what many high-performing professionals encounter: the loss of rank, structure, and identity. Rather than chase the next adrenaline hit, he chose a full reset—rebuilding his leadership, purpose, and life with intention. Today, JJ works with ZeroEyes,

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61:52

Ken Dupar: Army, Heart Failure, and Finding Life...

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2026/02/12

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army veteran, author, and independent publisher Ken Dupar for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, service, creativity, and meaning.Raised in Milwaukee and shaped by the University of Wisconsin before joining the U.S. Army, Ken found belonging, structure, and purpose in uniform. After the post–Persian Gulf War downsizing, life didn’t follow a clean exit plan. What followed was a winding civilian path,

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61:52

Ken Dupar: Army, Heart Failure, and Finding Life...

The MisFitNation ·

2026/02/12

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army veteran, author, and independent publisher Ken Dupar for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, service, creativity, and meaning. Raised in Milwaukee and shaped by the University of Wisconsin before joining the U.S. Army, Ken found belonging, structure, and purpose in uniform. After the post–Persian Gulf War downsizing, life didn’t follow a clean exit plan. What followed was a winding civilian path,

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60:44

David Shoup on Destroying PTSD and Reclaiming Life...

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2026/02/10

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake and Stephen welcome US Marine Corps combat veteran David Shoup, founder of Warriors Awakening and a leading voice in the fight to eliminate PTSD from the lives of veterans and active-duty service members.David served as an infantry rifleman during Operation Iraqi Freedom, with additional duties supporting special operations units in multiple environments. After leaving active duty, he faced the brutal reality many combat veterans know all too

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55:55

Army Veteran Richard Spegal on Dark Fantasy, Service,...

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2026/02/05

On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake and Stephen welcome U.S. Army Veteran Richard Spegal, a Pennsylvania National Guard officer, former 82nd Airborne soldier, and acclaimed author of dark fantasy and paranormal fiction.Richard is the creative force behind worlds like Eternal Nights and the Wolves & Ravens trilogy—stories filled with magic, mystery, moral risk, and the shadows most fiction avoids. Frustrated by adult readers being underserved in fantasy and paranormal genres, Richard

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61:25

Army Veteran Jane Babcock: VA Benefits, Service, and...

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2026/02/03

In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Jane Babcock, a retired Sergeant First Class and former nationally accredited County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who has spent her life serving those who served.Jane’s military career spans more than 21 years, holding five MOSs, serving on Active Duty, Army Reserve, and completing multiple periods of mobilized service—earning her four DD-214s. Her experience includes working in SCIF environments, supporting

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59:48

Army Veteran Manny Vera on Service, Learning, and...

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2026/01/30

On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Manny Vera, a former Military Police Soldier who served nearly a decade in uniform and continues his mission of service far beyond it.After transitioning from active duty, Manny found renewed purpose supporting fellow veterans through mental health initiatives as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) in Jacksonville, Florida. Today, he serves as a Regional Manager with the Travis Manion Foundation, helping

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64:01

Cait Conley: Combat Leadership, National Security,...

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2026/01/29

In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Cait Conley—a West Point graduate, Bronze Star recipient, counterterrorism leader, and candidate for Congress in New York’s 17th District. A fourth-generation Hudson Valley native from working-class roots, Cait felt her calling to serve on September 11th while still in high school. That moment led her to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where she graduated in the top 2% of her class, later

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67:09

K9 Tambo’s Fight: Service, Loyalty, and Life After...

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2026/01/27

What happens after a working dog’s service ends—and the real battle begins?In this powerful episode of The ToosDay Crüe, the hosts welcome Chris Bingham, federal law enforcement K9 handler and lifelong partner to K9 Tambo, a decorated retired working dog who spent years protecting people and property at the highest levels of government. After retirement, Tambo faced a new mission: survival. Diagnosed with aggressive cancer at age 11, Tambo’s fight became a story of resilience, faith, and

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61:22

From Pain to Purpose: Steve & Carol Riggs on Healing...

The MisFitNation ·

2026/01/22

What happens when unimaginable loss becomes a calling to help others heal? In this moving episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Steve and Carol Riggs, the parents of U.S. Army Sgt. Andrew Riggs, who tragically took his life after returning from Afghanistan. Devastated by grief, Steve and Carol experienced a life-changing spiritual awakening that transformed their pain into purpose. Their journey led them to write the powerful book “The Journey from Pain to Purpose,” a guide for

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