The MisFitNation

Welcome to The MisFitNation Show, hosted by Rich LaMonica—a US Army Veteran who, alongside a fellow US Army Veteran and a Business Leader. Our mission is simple: inspire and empower you to be a better human being. We highlight the powerful stories of Veterans and First Responders, sharing their journeys of resilience and strength. Through captivating interviews, we also bring you guests from all walks of life—authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, motivational speakers, and health & fitness professionals.

Each episode features individuals who have overcome challenges and achieved success, offering valuable insights, life lessons, and actionable advice. Whether it's stories of grit from our Veterans and First Responders or expertise from thought leaders, The MisFitNation is a community dedicated to personal growth and collective well-being.

Join us for one episode or become a regular listener. If you believe your story can inspire others, reach out to us to be a guest on the show!

2025 Veteran Podcast of The Year - American Freedom Fund

2022- Top 40 over 40 - Podcast Magazine

2021 - Best Society and Culture Podcast - Veteran Podcast Awards

The MisFitNation Show is your go-to platform for inspiration, motivation, and transformation.


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Society & Culture
Documentary
Business
1
From Pain to Purpose: Steve & Carol Riggs on He...
How Steve and Carol Riggs turned unimaginable loss into healing for others
59 min
2
From Combat to Healing: Jeremy Stalnecker & the...
How Marine veteran Jeremy Stalnecker is healing the unseen wounds of war
62 min
3
Bryan Stern: The Warrior Who Built a Global Res...
Never Left Behind
58 min
4
Daryl Mackin: Honoring Fallen Heroes by Loving ...
Love the Child Left Behind
59 min
5
Kevin Odom: Recovery, Service & Trauma-Informed...
Kevin Odom on trauma-informed care and purpose after military service.
62 min
6
Bootstraps, Battle Scars & Reinvention with Ent...
Chris Shurian on resilience, entrepreneurship, and earned wisdom.
56 min
7
Arlene Miller: Work-Life Harmony, Leadership & ...
How a leadership coach and attorney blends confidence, clarity, and compassion.
54 min
8
Jim Tracy on Leadership, Resilience & Culture |...
Lessons from a CEO, pilot, podcaster, and “Grampion” to 18 grandkids.
58 min
9
Paul Pape: Gamify Business & Break the Starving...
How one creative turned his struggles into a gaming-inspired business model that works.
52 min
10
USAF Veteran Dennis McCurdy: Resilience, Busine...
From setbacks to success: lessons in grit, business, and accountability
49 min
11
Faith, Fitness, and Fatherhood: Sean McManus on...
Sean McManus on discipline, masculinity, and rebuilding men from the inside out.
57 min
12
Free Speech, Retaliation & Integrity | Erik Hol...
A Fire Chief’s stand against corruption—and the price he paid for integrity
52 min
13
Brad Snyder: Navy EOD Warrior to Paralympic Cha...
The Unbreakable Mind: How Brad Snyder Turned Tragedy Into Triumph
58 min
14
From Navy SEAL to the Nuclear Football: Matt Ma...
From Navy SEAL missions to the White House and beyond.
55 min
15
Travis Landchild: Stick Vet Comics & The Vetera...
How Stick Vet Comics Turns Dark Humor Into Healing for the Veteran Community
67 min
16
Sravan Ankaraju: From Service to Cybersecurity ...
How Divergence Academy is equipping veterans and career changers for tech careers
55 min
17
Healing on the Water: Laura Lindsey & Heroes on...
How nature, community, and purpose are transforming the healing journey for veterans and first responders.
61 min
18
Elaine Brewer: Psychedelic Integration, Veteran...
From addiction to advocacy, Elaine shares how veterans can reclaim wellness
60 min
19
Sam Juan: Combat Veteran to Sacred Storyteller
A Soldier-Turned-Artist on Trauma, Truth, and the Power of Reinvention
55 min
20
Mark Dolfini: USMC Veteran on Vision, Faith & B...
How the V.I.P.E.R. Framework Helps Leaders Build Their Lives With Purpose
60 min
21
Dr. Marissa Heisel on Natural Healing, Soul Tru...
Why trusting our bodies, breaking free from systemic dependency, and empowering women may hold the key to humanity’s future.
57 min
22
Julian Raven: Free Speech, Art, and the Smithso...
Inside the remarkable journey of a modern “Renaissance man” who turned rejection into a Supreme Court battle.
63 min
23
Trailblazer, Veteran, Investigator: Lori McVica...
From MP pioneer to PI founder, actress, comedian, and grandmother of eleven — Lori’s life is a masterclass in reinvention
58 min
24
John DeDakis: Journalism, Grief, and the Power ...
From CNN Journalist to Novelist & Writing Coach, His Story Is One of Grit
56 min
25
Unlock Your Money Mindset with Bart Merrell
Monetize Your Mindset: A Conversation with Entrepreneur Bart Merrell
65 min