Jeremy Harrell has always found fulfillment in being of service to others. He's also been ready to fill a need where he sees it. While still a teenager he began delivering groceries to senior citizens. He then committed to military service before he'd even graduated high school. Years later he was a combat veteran who'd received a medical discharge and was struggling to find his way in the civilian world. On the edge of the gap between one life and the other, Jeremy fell into a period of struggl...
Aug 28, 2019•49 min•Ep. 109
Jason Redman had the potential to be a strong leader, but his ego had other ideas. The promising Navy SEAL was admittedly slow in learning the nuances of leadership, and found himself disgraced and ready to walk away from the career he loved. But with the mentorship of someone he respected, Jason gave it one more try and painfully rebuilt his career and his reputation. He'd barely settled back into his second shot at the SEALS when he suffered life threatening injuries in combat, and faced the b...
Aug 21, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 108
Nicole Condrey could have given up on her husband when the symptoms of his disease began impacting his behavior. She could have walked away from the mood swings, the anger, and the unpredictability of life with the man whose brain was deteriorating, and not many people would have blamed her for it. But instead of giving up on her husband, Nicole doubled down on him and fought her own kind of war to find him the help he needed. But the disease overpowered her efforts and her husband's capacity to...
Aug 14, 2019•45 min•Ep. 107
Joy Kong could teach an entire course on how cold calling people changed her life, but she's too busy for that. The Bejing-born American used the Yellow Pages to get out of China and risked her life to work in Tibet -all as a means to come to this country and fulfill her American Dream. Today, the triple-certified medical professional who was once rejected entry into America is now earning awards for her groundbreaking work in stem cell therapy, owns her own company, donates time to help veteran...
Aug 07, 2019•46 min•Ep. 106
Is the American Dream still achievable? Ask Christopher Gardner! You’ve probably heard people say that the American dream is a dead idea. These naysayers will point to personal experience as evidence. The truth, however, is that the American dream is not only alive and well, but it’s easier than ever before to achieve. Consider the story of Christopher Gardner. Christopher’s story became an inspirational tale for many. Will Smith portrayed Christopher in the movie The Pursuit of Happiness. Liste...
Aug 02, 2019•13 min•Ep. 105
You’d never know it unless he told you, but Roland Frasier has lived through his own version of hell. The jovial, highly respected and ultra successful entrepreneur who speaks with celebrities and influencers on stages all over the world, and whose net worth makes being a millionaire seem like middle class, once lost everything he’d built and came perilously close to ending his own life. The grandson of a Southern Baptist minister had embraced the concept of selflessness in his childhood, but it...
Jul 26, 2019•49 min•Ep. 104
Lots of us have "aha moments" in life. But how many of us take those moments as a call to action, and how many of us view them as wishful thinking? Alex Weber took his moment and turned it into his own unique version of life that's lead him to compete in American Ninja warrior, host TV shows, speak on stages all over the world, and live a life packed with moments that truly matter to him. Listen in to this episode as Alex shares his 'AHA moment," how he turned that into a whole new life for hims...
Jul 17, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 103
Chris Cruise loves his country, his family, and bourbon. So it makes perfect sense to him to wrap all three of those things into an entrepreneurial outlet that includes family members, embodies patriotism, re-purposes bourbon barrels, and gives veterans an opportunity to thrive. Listen in to this week's episode as army veteran Chris Cruise talks about building Cruise Custom Flags into a mission-oriented business, and his story of how art therapy helps him and others find new purpose in life. Lea...
Jul 11, 2019•47 min•Ep. 102
It's a good thing Don Reilly doesn't settle for easy. Whether in his personal or professional life, Don Reilly rarely lets fear or complacency stand in the way of pursuing something that his gut tells him is a good idea. He has a faith that overpowers his fears, and that faith has led him to where he is today. Don is a father of four, an entrepreneur, an actor, and a co-founder of the brand new non-profit, Back Home Patriots. Listen is as Don shares his story of heartbreaking family moments that...
Jun 28, 2019•51 min•Ep. 101
In the six years since tragedy found her, Taya Kyle has experienced the worst and the best of humanity. The worst has brought its top guns into the battle to destroy her but she’s got faith as her ammo and it’s always been the stronger weapon. To the world he was Chris Kyle, the American Sniper. He was the invincible Navy SEAL who’d been put in the spotlight for his record-setting number of confirmed kills and the book that told his story. To Taya he was her husband, her best friend, and the fat...
Jun 20, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 100
Patrick Bet-David is the kind of person people envy, respect, or both. He's at the top of his industry in the worlds of podcasting , finance, insurance, and social media, and people from all over the world flock to his events and seek his mentorship. His rags-to-riches story began in Iran, grew in a refugee camp, and took off on a wild ride of hairpin turns, exhilarating highs, and crushing lows as he navigated his challenges and learned to overcome them. Listen in as Patrick Bet-David shares hi...
Jun 14, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 99
Amy Lyle is an author, comedian, and regular guest on Atlanta and Company. In this episode, Amy shares her story of how a girl from rural Appalachia is making a place for herself in the world of comedy, and offers valuable insight for others who are ready to chase a dream. Listen in as she cracks us up and lifts us up with her infectious laugh and hilarious outlook on life all while reminding us how to find the humor in the everyday grind. Learn more about Amy Lyle here GET IN TOUCH: If now feel...
Jun 07, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 98
Patricia Knudson broke through age and gender barriers to earn the Point Position on a Phoenix SWAT Team. She was living her dream in one of the most dangerous jobs out there until the day she was shot on duty. Having overcome trauma and challenges from the time she was a little girl, Trish tapped into her hard-earned resiliency skills to rebuild her life yet again, when she could no longer continue in the career she loved. Trish's story is not only compelling, but it also offers lessons and ins...
May 31, 2019•47 min•Ep. 97
{Recast} Dr. Sean Stephenson was predicted not to survive at birth because of a rare bone disorder that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile (fracturing over 200 times by the age of 18). Despite his challenges, he took a stand for a quality of life that has inspired millions of people around the world. Since 1994, his powerful message has been heard at live events in nearly all 50 states and in 16 countries. Sean has presented at hospitals, universities, prisons, and t...
May 16, 2019•44 min•Ep. 96
{Recast} In January of 2014, after retiring from the NFL and overcoming an addiction to pain medication, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. That's when everything changed for David. David Vobora opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis’ injuries. Through working with Travis and engaging the vet...
May 09, 2019•31 min•Ep. 95
It's easy to have a dream but it takes true grit to turn that dream into a reality. Most people who take the leap give up on it when they hit true challenges. But when you believe so much in your dream that you are willing to endure and overcome those struggles, you can indeed make that dream come true. Amanda and Christopher Baity are excellent examples of this. Christoper is a Marine Corps veteran who knew he was meant to continue his work with canines. He and Amanda went all-in on the dream t...
May 02, 2019•57 min•Ep. 94
Jason Schechterle knew he wanted to be a police officer just like his brother. If he'd given up when he failed the first two times, he would never have lived his dream. If he'd walked away from his dream when it cost him his home he would have regretted it forever - even when it almost killed him. Jason was burned alive when his police cruiser exploded in flames. First people thought he was dead. Then they believed he would die any minute, and then they prayed he would die, to avoid the immense ...
Apr 26, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 93
If there's an upside to adversity it's the growth that comes with it. Barb Allen has had her share of adversity - so much that she almost gave up more than once when she felt outgunned in life. But as she shares in her keynotes and our own events, it was only when she felt the most defeated that she decided to do whatever it took to take her life back. Listen in as Barb explains the lessons she's learned not only from her own life but from the hundreds of people she's interviewed, counseled, stu...
Apr 18, 2019•25 min•Ep. 92
Amanda Boleyn knows all about making big moves. She knows even more about making moves that are right, even if the rest of the world thinks she’s crazy. Amanda settled into success early in life. She was still in her twenties when she earned a high paid, high potential corporate position. Everyone thought she would be a star in the corporate world- Amanda included. But it wasn’t long before her restless spirit clashed with the rigid lifestyle she’d signed onto, and a decision had to be made. Ama...
Apr 11, 2019•45 min•Ep. 91
Micah Fi nk is a former Navy Seal and total badass, who found a piece himself through horses and an aptitude for the cowboy life on a trip to Montana. There, he was introduced to the idea of how horses could help heal people, and Heroes and Horses was born. In this throwback episode of American Snippets, Micah talks about how he started Heroes and Horses as a way to give back and help other veterans overcome their struggles of PTSD and all the other demons they faced after war and combat. Micah ...
Apr 04, 2019•42 min•Ep. 90
Bras and tampons are not our normal topics. This episode, though, shines a spotlight on this basic human necessity and comfort most women take for granted and most men try not to think much about at all. Dana Marlowe was out on a rare shopping trip when she heard four words that launched her into action. She had no idea so many women in this country and others are faced with no access to basic products for feminine menstrual hygiene, or even something as simple as a bra. All it took was one look...
Mar 28, 2019•53 min•Ep. 89
Fahim Fazli spent the bulk of his childhood in his native land of Afghanistan. His family is of royal lineage, and his parents held prestigious jobs. Still, when the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan, his family's life was shattered. Fahim's family was separated. He was threatened with being sent to Siberia, made a dangerous escape on foot through the mountains, and spent 2 years in a Pakistani refugee camp before his family was reunited in America. Today he is an actor and a consultant who works...
Mar 21, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 88
If living quietly and within the confines of a strict budget sounds like your dream plan, you probably don't want to listen to this episode. But if you want to learn more about how to live your own version of your dream life - even if you don't start until you are almost 60 years old- you want to hear Ross Stryker's story. Ross is living proof that in this country you can have more than one version of your dream life, and live those dreams fully throughout your life. Listen in as Ross Stryker ta...
Mar 14, 2019•40 min•Ep. 87
Living your own American Dream is not dictated by a fixed set of rules or standards. We are all different and so are our dreams and aspirations. Living the American Dream is all about YOU and your right to live freely and pursue happiness. The sooner you understand this the sooner you can start creating the dream life you want for yourself. Get clear on YOU and what makes you happy. Take stock of your life and define those things that matter the most to you. Then prioritize your actions and effo...
Mar 07, 2019•10 min•Ep. 86
Tyler Merritt is the founder of Nine Line Apparel, the relentlessly patriotic company that thrives on starting conversations between those who serve this country, and those who enjoy the benefits of that service. While Tyler admits he knows nothing about apparel, he does know his way around business and in this episode, he shares how he made all the pieces of the entrepreneurial puzzle fit. Listen in as Tyler talks about his inspiration for his company, his principle for management that has grow...
Feb 28, 2019•55 min•Ep. 85
Mark L Rockefeller is the CEO of StreetShares, the company with a mission to bring trusted digital finance to America's heroes. Lending money to the military community of entrepreneurs at a faster speed, a lower rate, and a more supportive manner than any bank offers, StreetShares has helped tens of thousands of veterans launch and expand businesses. Listen in as Mark shares his story of risking his own family's financial security to pursue his belief that he could be the solution to a serious p...
Feb 21, 2019•40 min•Ep. 84
The American Dream is available to anyone willing to work for it, and Larry Broughton is a perfect example. Larry left home as a teenager and pursued his passion for martial arts. That passion lead him to the military, where he served as a Green Beret. Like so many veterans or really anyone who lives a purpose intensely, losing that purpose sent him towards a dangerous path of depression and self-destructive behavior. Larry openly shares his story of falling into dark places and his very difficu...
Feb 14, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 83
Tim "TK" Klund is the CEO of VERVE Systems, the still-secret corporation set to announce its new product lines later this year. He's the man who died four times after a car accident and owes his life to people who didn't give up on him. Making everything he can of his second chance at life, TK took a leap in his career and nearly lost everything. But with faith in God and his own hard work, he rebuilt his personal and professional lives. He's the Go-To guy for celebrity sports endorsements and h...
Feb 08, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 82
You may have caught Mike Rowe's show, Returning the Favor, where he introduced us to army veteran Dan Berei. Dan is one of the thousands of young veterans who felt disconnected from life around him after his service. He was missing the sense of purpose he'd felt in the military, and at risk of withdrawing completely into himself. But, instead, Dan found a way to unleash his patriotism and pride in service through a new purpose - Combat Flags. In this episode, Dan shares his experience and insigh...
Jan 30, 2019•20 min•Ep. 81
Rob O’Neill is one of the most decorated combat veterans of our generation. He is a former Navy SEAL, speaker, and the author of The New York Times best-selling memoir, "The Operator: Firing the Shots That Killed Osama bin Laden" and "My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior" Few Americans are unfamiliar with the story of killing Osama Bin Laden. What most people don’t know, though, is the real-life story of the man who fired those three shots. We were grateful to Robert O'Neill for sitting down with us,...
Jan 23, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 80
