The MisFitNation

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 from diverse backgrounds, including authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, motivational speakers, and health & fitness professionals.

Listeners will gain valuable insights, life lessons, and actionable advice from those who have faced challenges and achieved success. Whether it's the grit of our Veterans and First Responders or the expertise of thought leaders, The MisFitNation Show is a vibrant community dedicated to personal growth and collective well-being.

Join us for an 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.

Accolades:

  • 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

Tune in to The MisFitNation Show, your ultimate platform for inspiration, motivation, and transformation. Discover stories that uplift and empower—because every voice matters!


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Society & Culture
Documentary
Business
76
Army Veteran Jane Babcock: VA Benefits, Service...
Four DD-214s and a Lifetime of Service
59 min
77
Army Veteran Manny Vera on Service, Learning, a...
Purpose Beyond the Uniform
58 min
78
Cait Conley: Combat Leadership, National Securi...
Still Answering the Call
62 min
79
K9 Tambo’s Fight: Service, Loyalty, and Life Af...
More Than a Working Dog
65 min
80
Healing After Suicide Loss: Steve & Carol Riggs...
After losing their son, U.S. Army Sergeant Andrew Riggs, to suicide, Steve and Carol Riggs share how they faced unbearable grief, survivor guilt and the long journey from pain to purpose.
59 min
81
From Combat to Healing: Jeremy Stalnecker & the...
How Marine veteran Jeremy Stalnecker is healing the unseen wounds of war
62 min
82
Bryan Stern: The Warrior Who Built a Global Res...
Never Left Behind
58 min
83
Daryl Mackin: Honoring Fallen Heroes by Loving ...
Love the Child Left Behind
59 min
84
Kevin Odom: Recovery, Service & Trauma-Informed...
Kevin Odom on trauma-informed care and purpose after military service.
62 min
85
Bootstraps, Battle Scars & Reinvention with Ent...
Chris Shurian on resilience, entrepreneurship, and earned wisdom.
56 min
86
Arlene Miller: Work-Life Harmony, Leadership & ...
How a leadership coach and attorney blends confidence, clarity, and compassion.
54 min
87
Jim Tracy on Leadership, Resilience & Culture |...
Lessons from a CEO, pilot, podcaster, and “Grampion” to 18 grandkids.
58 min
88
Paul Pape: Gamify Business & Break the Starving...
How one creative turned his struggles into a gaming-inspired business model that works.
52 min
89
USAF Veteran Dennis McCurdy: Resilience, Busine...
From setbacks to success: lessons in grit, business, and accountability
49 min
90
Faith, Fitness, and Fatherhood: Sean McManus on...
Sean McManus on discipline, masculinity, and rebuilding men from the inside out.
57 min
91
Free Speech, Retaliation & Integrity | Erik Hol...
A Fire Chief’s stand against corruption—and the price he paid for integrity
52 min
92
Brad Snyder: Navy EOD Warrior to Paralympic Cha...
The Unbreakable Mind: How Brad Snyder Turned Tragedy Into Triumph
58 min
93
From Navy SEAL to the Nuclear Football: Matt Ma...
From Navy SEAL missions to the White House and beyond.
55 min
94
Travis Landchild: Stick Vet Comics & The Vetera...
How Stick Vet Comics Turns Dark Humor Into Healing for the Veteran Community
67 min
95
Sravan Ankaraju: From Service to Cybersecurity ...
How Divergence Academy is equipping veterans and career changers for tech careers
55 min
96
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
97
Elaine Brewer: Psychedelic Integration, Veteran...
From addiction to advocacy, Elaine shares how veterans can reclaim wellness
60 min
98
Sam Juan: Combat Veteran to Sacred Storyteller
A Soldier-Turned-Artist on Trauma, Truth, and the Power of Reinvention
55 min
99
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
100
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