In this episode we sit down with Award-Winning Filmmaker, International Business Executive and U.S. Army Veteran Mr. Bryan Thompson. Bryan shares his story and his dream of becoming a film maker and how Miami Web Fest was started. He share several "Decision Hour" moments with us and hearing his story is very inspiring. Thompson studied International Business at Eastern Michigan University earning his B.A. and Law at the College of William & Mary, earning his J.D. in 2012. In December 2017, h...
Sep 20, 2018•43 min•Ep. 72
It's always special when we have Karl Monger on the show. Karl is no stranger to the show or the HMG family. Karl is the Founder and Executive Director of GallantFew Inc. a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that has been around since 2013 and who's mission has helped thousands of veterans transition successfully into civilian life. Karl has developed or helped develop countless programs for veterans that all can be found on www.gallantfew.org He is a Army Ranger Veteran, Husband, Father, Mento...
Aug 09, 2018•46 min•Ep. 71
What an interview! Take a listen as we sit down with National Recording Artist, Co-Host of The American Dream TV and Founder of Voice for Heroes.org, AMY SCRUGGS! Amy shares her story and a very personal "Decision Hour" with us. Amy Scruggs is a national recording artist who has opened for many country music greats. Amy has been featured in numerous country music magazines including radio and press while she was on tour. From 2009-2012 she was honored to be the spokesperson for the American Vete...
Jul 31, 2018•35 min•Ep. 70
Jan Ohrstrom has been a pro wrestler since the age of 16. He was trained at the legendary School of Hard Knocks in San Bernadino, California under the mentorship of Jesse Hernandez. From there he proceeded to wrestle all around the Southwest United States and Mexico. Shortly after September 11, 2001, Jan made the decision to put his dream of becoming a WWE Star on hold and enlisted into the United States Army. During his time in service, Jan continued to wrestle up till deployment for Operation ...
Jul 27, 2018•32 min•Ep. 69
Join us in this episode as we talk with Brian Hazelgren. Brian is author, Motivational Speaker, Talk Show host and so much more. Tune is as Adam and Patti talk with Brian about his company Rx2Live, which is one of the fastest growing franchises and is leading in the medical and wellness services field. Also, Brian make a very special announcement near the end of the show! Listen in to find out what it could be… here’s a teaser, it’s someone of give away!
Jul 16, 2018•39 min•Ep. 68
We are excited to introduce you all to Tonia Adleta. Tonia is a Single Parent, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Mentor and Founder of The Single Parent Summit which takes place July 18-22nd 2018! Listen in as she shares some of her stories as a single parent who is also a business woman. Hear about The Single Parent Summit and what it’s all about and listen close as she shares her decision hour and how it changed her life. Grab a pen and take notes!
Jul 11, 2018•35 min•Ep. 67
Alpha Elite Performance is a Veteran Owned sports nutrition company. All Alpha Elite Performance products have been developed to deliver superior performance that allows customer’s and athletes to achieve their athletic goals. Travis Wilson, Retired Special Forces Green Beret is the Founder/CEO of Alpha Elite Performance. Travis joined Adam & Patti on The Decision Hour to discuss health, fitness and Alpha Elite Performance products. Listen in at www.TheDecisionHour.com...
Jul 01, 2018•32 min•Ep. 66
In this very special episode of the Decision Hour, We had the honor o sit down and talk with Maj. Gen. Carl Schneider, U.S. Air Force (RET). Where to do we begin? This is a man that has seen it all, from growing up durning the Great Depression in Central Texas “Dust Bowl” working in the cotton fields, to joining the Army/Air Force in Sept. 1946. Carl shares some very memorable stories as he gives of a glimpse of his 32 year career in the military from being a fighter pilot to spear fishing with ...
Jun 22, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 65
This is a special episode of The Decision Hour. Adam Bird is in the Hot seat! You get the chance to know a little bit more about Adam and hear some things he has never really mentioned before. Patti Katter asks him about his youth, time spent in the military and his view of being a single father. Show sponsors: Frag Out Clothing Co. - www.fragoutcc.com KOTA Longboards - kotalongboards.com Ricks Roasters Coffee Company - ricksroasters.com Primal Urge Foods - primalurgefoods.com Music: Amazing Gra...
Jun 15, 2018•36 min•Ep. 64
If you’re in the market for a new credit card processing company or your business needs some funding, then grab a pen and take notes. In this episode, we talk with U.S. Army Veteran and the CEO/Founder of 12B Capital Mr. Isaac Belden. Isaac gives us a little background about himself, how 12B Capital got started and what business owns should know when it comes to funding and Credit Card Processing. If you think all Credit card processing is the same… think again! Take notes. Check them out at www...
Jun 08, 2018•31 min•Ep. 63
Heath & Wellness. Overrated? We think not. It’s important to take care of yourself. No one else is going to do that for you. Listen in to this episode of Keeping It Simple With Adam & Patti as they discuss different ways to maintain your health to live a more balanced and productive life. They touch on everything from eating, to annual doctor visits and more. Go to www.thedecisionhour.com to tune in. Show sponsors: Frag Out Clothing Co. - www.fragoutcc.com KOTA Longboards - kotalongboard...
May 27, 2018•30 min•Ep. 62
Tune in as we talk with subject matter expert on Mental Health Awareness, Leslie Juvin-Acker. Hear how she empowers active duty military, families and veteran communities. Leslie Juvin-Acker , the Asian American mother of two overcame years of postpartum depression after the birth of her first child. During her painful road to recovery & healing she took "power back" & founded her company Leslie Inc. developed to create "Solutions for Happiness." The Army Brat, turned executive happiness...
May 24, 2018•33 min•Ep. 61
It’s easy to be over stimulated when you have too much going on. It’s even easier to burn out if you constantly have media coming at you in all different directions. When’s the last time you took a break to breathe in the fresh air around you? When did you look up at the beautiful sky last or the trees and grass growing just outside your front door? Listen to this episode of Keeping It Simple With Adam & Pattias they discuss the importance of taking time to unplug and recharge.
May 17, 2018•27 min•Ep. 60
During The Keeping It Simple with Adam Bird and Patti Katter, they have focused on several different topics that help keep their lives simple. One of the most fun topics of this series has been the Meal Prepping series. Everyone has to eat, you have to fuel your body to keep it running. Adam and Patti talk about meal prepping, one meal at a time as well as meal prepping in bulk. Check out this short, free episode of Keeping It Simple With Adam and Patti by tuning in to: www.thedecisionhour.com...
May 11, 2018•27 min•Ep. 59
Dr. Henri Suissa, LSSMBB is the President of United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. Recently, Henri joined Adam Bird and Patti Katter on The Decision Hour. Dr. Suissa is a combat disabled decorated veteran and former military officer, Henri has 27 years of verifiable experience in the United States Army, law enforcement, civilian and government sectors. Always one to give back, Dr. Suissa is involved with numerous non-profit organizations helping Veterans transition from mili...
May 08, 2018•33 min•Ep. 58
Keeping It Simple With Adam Bird and Patti Katter. Volume 4. Road Trip Tips... we all have them, don't we!? Tune in to hear stories of adventure (and misadventure) during road trips. Learn how to make things simple on your next trip, www.thedecisionhour.com
May 08, 2018•33 min•Ep. 57
Goals: We have all had them at one time or another. To be successful in life you have to set goals. Adam and Patti talk about how to set goals and the importance of accomplishing your goals so you can sky rocket into success in your business and personal life. Show sponsors: Frag Out Clothing Co. - fragoutcc.com KOTA Longboards - kotalongboards.com Ricks Roasters Coffee Company - ricksroasters.com Primal Urge Foods - primalurgefoods.com Music: Amazing Grace/Taps By: DAVE BRAY USA - Davebrayusa.c...
Apr 26, 2018•28 min•Ep. 56
Volume 2 - Adam Bird & Patti Katter talk about Prioritizing Life! What's important in your life? Business priorities, personal priorities.. Adam & Patti talk about ways to keep your life simple by helping you figure out what your priorities are and how to focus on things that really matter. Show sponsors: Frag Out Clothing Co. - fragoutcc.com KOTA Longboards - kotalongboards.com Ricks Roasters Coffee Company - ricksroasters.com Music: Amazing Grace/Taps By: DAVE BRAY USA - Davebrayusa.co...
Apr 26, 2018•30 min•Ep. 55
The Keeping it Simple Series has begun on The Decision Hour ! Volume 1 - Adam Bird & Patti Katter talk about why it's important NOT to sweat the small stuff. They are positive, upbeat, real and encouraging. Show sponsors: Frag Out Clothing Co. - www.fragoutcc.com KOTA Longboards - kotalongboards.com Ricks Roasters Coffee Company - ricksroasters.com Music: Amazing Grace/Taps By: DAVE BRAY USA - Davebrayusa.com Thanks to Heroes Media Group for hosting our show. Listen in at: http://www.heroesm...
Apr 13, 2018•29 min•Ep. 54
Whether you are a gym guru or just thinking about making it to your local gym, this episode of The Decision Hour is just for you! Adam discusses some of his experience of his, "good ol' days" of being a trainer and Patti pipes in with her funny, yet satisfying gym experiences. This is an episode you won't want to miss.
Apr 06, 2018•40 min•Ep. 53
Tune in to this episode of The Decision Hour to hear Adam and Patti talk about the important topic of PARENTING. Adam and Patti share some of their viewpoints on Parenting and invite you all to SHARE your tips and advice. Show sponsors: Fragout Clothing Company - www.fragoutcc.com Kota Longboards - kotalongboards.com Ricks Roasters - ricksroasters.com Music: Amazing Grace/Taps By: Dave Bray - Davebrayusa.com...
Apr 04, 2018•39 min•Ep. 52
In this episode we sit down and talk with Elisa Camara, Author American Brother and Patriot Pup. The books were written to honor my brother, USMC Sgt. Mecot Camara, who was killed in the Beirut Bombing of 1983. It was the largest loss of life for the Marines since the Tet Offensive and the largest recorded non nuclear explosion to take place on Earth. Elisa is currently writing the Patriot Pup book series to teach patriotism to our children with an adorable, adventuresome pup. Her brother and he...
Mar 29, 2018•36 min•Ep. 51
It has been far to long! The Decision Hour is back and we have a new face to welcome, Patti Katter! Patti and Adam have ben talking about doing a show for a while now and here is their chance. Adjust the volume and get ready for a good time as they will cover anything and EVERYTHING. The show will stil have a. serious side, but it will also have a fun side and always a side where they are adding value to the world. Take a listen, because it doesn't take these two very long to get into some shena...
Mar 21, 2018•26 min•Ep. 50
Life can be full of surprises and it’s safe to say full of lessons. In this episode I sit down with U.S. Air Force Veteran and the founder of Alpha GRX ( www.alphagrx.com ) Mr. Henri Duong. I just happened to meet Henri in a group we both belong to on social media and after looking at his site I thought I would reach out. Little did I know at the time what and amazing story he has. Listen in as Henri shares his story from when he came to the United States at the age 9 and English was his third l...
Dec 18, 2017•35 min•Ep. 49
In this episode I get to talk with my friend Mr. Sean Ricks. I had just met. Sean not to long ago at an event at Georgetown University where he was giving out samples of his coffee roasts. Little did I know at the time that this coffee was going to change my life. Sean has a great story, he is one of our nations Heroes still serving on Active Duty in the Navy and getting ready to retire. Hear how Sean stared his company Ricks Roasters ( www.ricksroasters.com ) with the purpose of giving back to ...
Dec 04, 2017•31 min•Ep. 48
Take a listen as I sit down in this episode with U.S. Army Veteran Mr. Travis Mathis. Hear Travis’s story as he shares his experience in the military and after several combat tours, his “Decision Hour” came upon him which landed him where he is today at Claim Academy claimacademystl.com/ Claim Academy is a St. Louis-based developer boot camp that offers 12-week classes in Full Stack Java and .NET/C# programming, as well as shorter classes in software development, technology and career developmen...
Oct 27, 2017•26 min•Ep. 47
Was great to sit down and talk with 22yr U.S. Navy Veteran and Veteran Recruiter at GoDaddy Mr. Sean Lau. Sean talked about his background in the military and his role at GoDaddy. He spoke very highly of GoDaddy and the Veteran Employee Resource Group and how they welcome new veterans to the company. We discussed the “Veteran Culture Tour” that will be taking place on Oct 26 at GoDaddy’s Tempe office in Tempe, Arizona. If you are a veteran or spouse of one, go and check out this open house that ...
Oct 20, 2017•17 min•Ep. 46
Join me as I sit and talk with U.S. Air Force Veteran, Author, Podcaster, Speaker and Coach Mr. Dwayne Paro. If you are a active duty military or a veteran that has or getting ready to transition then make sure you listen up. If you ever thought about getting a Business Coach or (Veteran Coach) now is the time to do it and Dwayne is the guy! Dwayne talks to us about his career in the military, what it was like to transition out for him and why he is helping our nations heroes today. Dwayne is th...
Sep 27, 2017•31 min•Ep. 45
Here is a man that you need to keep on eye on! Take a listen as I talk with U.S. Army Veteran, Author, Key Note Speaker and Radio Host, Doc Collins. Doc dives right in and shares his journy from being self-employed to joinging the military later on in life. Listeen as he shares his exerience about transitioning from the military to finding a passion for writing. Here is a little Bio on Doc Collins. Doc Collins believes in bringing healing, hope, and understanding to the Military Family. His firs...
Sep 20, 2017•36 min•Ep. 44
Sit back and relax as I sit down with my buddy, USMC veteran, Country Music Singer/songwriter and Entrepreneur Mr. Gabriel Wren. It’s always great to talk to Gabe. He always has something interesting to say or story to tell. Gabe has a great story about his decision hour, from joining the Marines, to country music to buying and running a gun shop in Tennessee. Listen as he share what. He has gone through that helped get him to where he is today and how he keeps faith to continue on. Lucky to hav...
Sep 19, 2017•35 min•Ep. 43
