Team RWB’s Southeast Area Director Aaron Wolf joins the Eagle Nation Podcast sharing his perspective on camping, hiking, and the importance of making health and wellness a priority. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: How making a plan for health and wellness is essential Work-life balance What Eagle Nation can expect for Eagle Expeditions in 2023 And much, much more.
Team RWB’s E-Commerce Manager Alec Rhodes joins the Eagle Nation Podcast to talk about his journey from the military and into Team RWB's gear store. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Work-life balance What's coming in 2023 for the Team RWB Gear Shop And much, much more.
Team RWB’s Director of Finance Laken Stutzman joins the Eagle Nation Podcast sharing insight into how Team RWB has grown since Laken joined the team as a volunteer in 2011, through the pandemic, and beyond. In today’s episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Her journey into nonprofit finance Work-life balance How much Team RWB has grown and is running full speed into 2023 And much, much more.
Alan Cole leads a community for service members, police, and first responders as President and CEO of GovX. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground, including: Team RWB Patch Campaign From a humble beginning to president and CEO Why GovX supports veterans and first responders And much much more
Keith Galloway's commitment to service has followed him through playing football at the Naval Academy, serving as a P-3 Pilot, and fighting fires in Orange County California. Today, Keith serves as Team RWB's Operations Manager. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 3, we cover a lot of ground, including: Work-life balance Team RWB's operations strategy What's in store for 2023 And much, much more
In 2010, Mike Erwin founded Team RWB to support America's veterans after serving combat tours overseas. Today, Mike lives on a 32-acre farm and serves as the organization's Executive Director. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 2, we cover a lot of ground, including: The history of Team RWB Farm life How Mike prioritizes his own health and wellness Mike's vision for 2023 And much, much more...
Jimmie Lucas, a twenty-year military veteran, overcame challenges around mental health and depression by running and becoming vulnerable while asking for help. Today, he serves as Team RWB's Community Engagement Manager and the host of the Eagle Nation Podcast. In Eagle Nation Podcast Season 2 Episode 1, he covers a lot of ground, including: Jimmie’s military and Team RWB background Remembering September 11, 21 years later The ways in which running supports health and wellness How cracking an eg...
About the Episode: Kent and Ryan met in college while competing with the Japanese Olympic Judo team and training with the U.S. Paralympic team and embarked on a mission to fuel their bodies and minds in a healthy, effective way. Today, the friends own and operate Neuro, the health and wellness company behind Neuro Gum and Neuro Mints. In Eagle Nation Podcast Episode 162, we cover a lot of ground, including: The history of Neuro from fulfilling orders in their apartments to appearing on Shark Tan...
J.M. Thompson overcame challenges around depression and addiction through ultra running. Today, he serves as a staff psychologist with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Oakland, California, and is the author of "Running is a Kind of Dreaming." In Eagle Nation Podcast Episode 161, we cover a lot of ground, including: J.M. Thompson's background in clinical psychology The ways in which aerobic exercise supports mental and physical health How a 200-mile race around Lake Taho was a life-changing ...
Col. (Ret.) Nate Prussian, former commander of 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) wanted to make a difference through his work after the military. Today, he serves as the Chief Operating Officer of The Guardian Group, combating human trafficking in the United States. In Eagle Nation Podcast episode 160, we cover a lot of ground, including: Nate's transition from the military to Guardian Group The issue of human trafficking in the United States How the veteran and military community has a role t...
ABOUT THE EPISODE: A.E. Lyne Babin is a transplanted Canadian and a military spouse. She has served as a Manager of AAFMAA Member and Survivor Benefits since 2010. In Eagle Nation Podcast episode 159, we cover a lot of ground, including: Lyne's journey as a military spouse The connection between financial health and overall veteran wellness How veterans can prepare for their financial future And much, much more! RESOURCES: Looking for some of the resources mentioned in episode 159? The list belo...
ABOUT THE EPISODE: Nick is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bare Performance Nutrition, a dietary supplement company. Nick served 4 years in the U.S. Army and after transitioning out of the military, Nick insisted on building the same values he learned in the Army through his business and team. The company's mission is driven behind the pillars of Transparency, Service and Integrity with the motto of, "Go One More". In Eagle Nation Podcast episode 158, we cover a lot of ground, includi...
ABOUT THE EPISODE: After serving in the Air Force, and working an executive job as a financial advisor, Mike Johnson got a call that he had been selected to join season 15 of ABC's reality dating series, "The Bachelorette." Today, Mike is a powerful storyteller encouraging others to focus on life, love, and learning to overcome by discovering the power within. In Eagle Nation Podcast episode 157, we cover a lot of ground, including: - Mike's military experience with a healthy dose of branch bant...
ABOUT THE EPISODE: Mike Hayes has lived a lifetime of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The former Commander of SEAL Team TWO has made countless split-second life-and-death decisions, run meetings in the White House Situation Room, and developed high-impact corporate strategies. In today's episode, we cover a lot of ground, including: - Real moments that have defined purpose in his life - Transitioning from the military to government and corporate life - The goal and meaning of his new book Never ...
ABOUT THE EPISODE: Liz Corwin is a 15-year U.S. Navy Officer, former F-18 Jet Pilot, world-traveling yoga teacher, and creator of Walkabout Yoga LLC . In today's episode, we cover a lot of ground, including: -Her journey from the Navy to yoga - How she earned her call sign - Staying true to herself - Ways the perception of yoga in the military is changing - And much, much more! Show notes: https://www.teamrwb.org/ep-155-corwin/...
Paul Fukuma is a fourth-generation veteran, full-time Police Officer, Fire Fighter, EMT, father, husband, and the Executive Director and Chairman of TAJI 100 . In today's episode, we cover a lot of ground, including: Overview of the challenge and the very first TAJI 100 hosted in Taji, Iraq in 2010 What it means to serve after leaving the military The massive volunteer effort required to host TAJI 100 year after year Incredible and life-changing stories of people who have tacked the TAJI 100 in ...
Denver Broncos legend, NFL Hall of Famer, and entrepreneur, Terrell Davis (TD) cofounded DEFY in in 2017. Through his work, Terrell is helping athletes of all abilities DEFY the every day. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Terrell's transition from the NFL to entrepreneurship Why Terrell and DEFY are passionate about supporting our nation's veterans How physical activity supports Terrell's overall health and wellness and much, much more!...
Retired Master Sgt. Leroy Petry received the Medal of Honor for acts of gallantry at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action with an armed enemy in the vicinity of Pafktya Province, Afghanistan, on May 26, 2008. Today, he continues to serve by advocating and supporting other veterans and wounded warriors. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Retired Master Sgt. Leroy Petry's involvement in Warrior Call His 2021 goals and aspirations - how he is "Taking Fl...
Patrick J. Adams stars as an original Mercury 7 astronaut, John Glenn, in National Geographic’s first scripted series for Disney+, The Right Stuff. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Training and physical fitness for the part What Patrick learned about military culture in this role Patrick’s acting background and much, much more!
After losing a close friend in Afghanistan, Marine Corps Veteran Travis McVey realized the American dream of owning a business and continuing to serve by founding Heroes Vodka. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: The journey from the Marines to entrepreneurship Honoring the fallen and continuing to serve How physical activity supports veterans in their transition out of the military and much, much more!
Army veteran Dawn Halfaker founded Halfaker and Associates after being wounded in Iraq and returning to civilian life. In this lightning episode, we cover a lot of ground including: How physical activity was a critical component in Dawn's recovery after injury The significance of the Purple Heart Award How veterans can make their health and wellness a priority Team RWB and Halfaker's recent Purple Heart Challenge...
Lisa Hallett found running to be a healthy outlet for her grief and a path to move forward after her husband, CPT John Hallett, was lost in Afghanistan. Today, Lisa leads a national effort to honor the fallen and support their families. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Lisa's running journey How Wear Blue is building meaningful communities How you can join Team RWB and +WearBlue this #MemorialDay to learn their stories, speak their names, and honor their legacies. Learn more:...
Elite running power couple Zach and Nicole Bitter joined Team RWB's Executive Director Mike Erwin for an exclusive Quarantine Crusher conversation. In this conversation, we cover a lot of ground including How Zach and Nicole stay motivated, even while at home. Why they continue to run Overcoming challenges and obstacles and much, much more! For more inspiration, visit our Quarantine Crusher page!...
In a special conversation with our Executive Director Mike Erwin virtually sat down with a history-making adventurer who served as Team Captain of the first American Women’s Everest Expedition, Alison Levine. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Alison's toughest expeditions Using fear as strength How to stay motivated during uncertain times and much, much more!
In a special conversation with our Executive Director Mike Erwin, Bestselling Author Ryan Holiday about how #EagleNation can come out of quarantine better than we went in. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground including: Alive time vs dead time Ryan’s philosophy on physical activity Reflection and solitude and much, much more! For more inspiration, visit our Quarantine Crusher page!...
In a special conversation with Team RWB Executive Director Mike Erwin, retired Army Officer and NASA Astronaut R. Shane Kimbrough shares lessons from space that can help you stay motivated and crush your quarantine! For more inspiration, visit our Quarantine Crusher page!
In a special conversation with our Executive Director Mike Erwin, retired Master Sergeant Cedric King shares his perspective on how to stay moving and motivated during quarantine. We cover a lot of ground, including: How he has triumphed and pursued through even the most difficult times, Adjusting and adapting mindset to overcome, How achievement and success looks different for everyone, And much, much more!
In a special conversation with our Executive Director Mike Erwin, retired General David Petraeus, one of the most prominent U.S. military figures of the post-9/11 era and former Director of the CIA, shares his perspective on how Eagle Nation can lead from the front during the coronavirus pandemic. We cover a lot of ground, including: General Petraeus’ involvement with Team RWB How veterans are poised to lead from the front during the pandemic Why exercise is important during trying times And muc...
Episode 141 – Olivia Nunn, Soldier for Life In honor of Women’s History Month, Soldier for Life Communication Director LTC Olivia Nunn shares her experience and expertise in the latest episode of the Eagle Nation Podcast. We cover a lot of ground, including: Olivia’s military experience How communities and organizations including Team RWB can support transitioning service members The challenges Soldiers from different backgrounds face during transition Finding your tribe And much, much more!...
Marine Corps veteran-turned-podcast host Tanner Iskra talks new media and the changing veterans and military space in the latest episode of the Eagle Nation Podcast. We cover a lot of ground, including: Tim’s transition out of the military The Borne the Battle podcast Powerful stories of veterans The changing ways veterans are getting information And much, much more!
