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Hosted by KP Phillips—a U.S. Army combat veteran, former law enforcement officer, and seasoned instructor in tactics, firearms, and combatives—The Formation Podcast is built on the core pillars of Survivability, Situational Awareness, and the mindset to Adapt & Overcome.
Drawing from over two decades of real-world experience in combat zones and high-risk environments, KP leads authentic conversations with warriors, protectors, and everyday individuals who’ve faced adversity head-on. This podcast is more than content—it's a movement for those who understand that the fight begins before the event.
Through storytelling, lived experience, and expert insight, The Formation Podcast equips its listeners with the mindset, tools, and awareness to remain vigilant and prepared—whether on the battlefield, in the streets, or in everyday life.
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This ‘Offensive’ IG Page Is Secretly Helping Veterans Find Love with MJ and David
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May 13, 2026 |
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Hidden Cost of Being "Always On" | Recon Marine Mike Keevil (Part 2)
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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"Thought I’d Be a Chef. I Ended Up a Marine at War in Mortuary Affairs." with Mike Keevil (Part 1)
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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The Most Dangerous Mistake Men Make With Their Health with guest Phil Nozaki
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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Why "Strong" Men & Women Break (The Silent Killer of Vets & Cops) with Becky DiStefano
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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LA Director Michael Matteo Rossi Turned Pandemic Fears Into A Sci-Fi Uprising! I'm in this movie!
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Behind The Lens, Beyond The Hustle with Master Photographer Jeremy Filmsmore
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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From Toy Drives To Scholarships: How Ella’s Angels Mobilizes Youth To Serve The Community!
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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How A Former Federal Agent Rebuilt His Life, Income, And Brotherhood After Burnout with George T. Gammon
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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Veteran Turned Social Worker Helps Find Resources and Resilience with Eleni Veneris-Whitehead
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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Burnout, Military Brotherhood, And Being Honest with Joshua Mach aka JMach Podcast
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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Jenna Carlton: How A Millennial Navy Veteran Turned Pain Into Purpose
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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From Military Spouse to True Crime: A Case, A Calling, A Community with Rietta Boksha
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Breaking Barriers: Marine Vet Leo Fuentes Launches His Own Law Firm
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Guard Your Circle: Lessons from the Parade Deck Controversy
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Combat Veteran Insight: Finding Purpose in a Divided Nation
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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Steel Sharpens Steel: Combat Veteran Shares Leadership Lessons with SFC Alexander Stewart
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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Nobody Kicks Ass Without Tanker Gas: Leadership Lessons at 20,000 Feet with Mark Hasara
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Aug 11, 2025 |
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Rising Above Trauma: Sumeya's Non Profit Path to Empowerment
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Aug 04, 2025 |
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Service and Healing: One Dram at a Time with Army Combat Vet Corey Rzucidlo
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Jul 28, 2025 |
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Boots, Bullets, and Blockbusters: A Devil Dog Takes on Hollywood with Maurice P. Kerry
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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Serving Beyond the Uniform: A Marine's Journey to Law with Leo Fuentes, Esq.
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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Unspoken Words: A Combat Veteran's Journey from Chaos to Advocacy with SFC Alexander Stewart
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Grappling with Purpose: How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Shapes Character with Black Belts Mike Medina and Juno Lucero
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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The Jobbaloon Show: Comedy, Candid Pranks, and Viral Content
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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Reclaiming Your Vitality: The Truth About Testosterone Therapy with Ultimate Male Clinic
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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From UCLA Gridiron Glory to Life Coaching: Kam Brown's Journey
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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Gunshots to Grappling: Two Lives Transformed by Jiu-Jitsu with Black Belt Mike Medina and Nate Crisler
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May 26, 2025 |
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Pitching Through Pain: A West Point Athlete's Journey to Pro Baseball
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May 19, 2025 |
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Ambitious AF: Where Mental Toughness Meets Neuroscience with Erin Whitehead
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May 05, 2025 |
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Marine to Entrepreneur: Rob Martinez's Mission to Support Service Members
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Embracing Entrepreneurship: Sumi's Journey from the Army to Business Success
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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The Veteran Coach: Here's JP's Journey
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Embrace Forgiveness Through Meditation with Athena Desai
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Finding Freedom in the Breath: The Art of Letting Go with Athena Desai
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Fighting for Better Military Housing: Melissa Godoy's Advocacy Journey
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Honoring a Fallen Hero: Mallory Crabtree's Journey as a Gold Star Daughter
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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Empowering Rural Veterans: Michelle Lang's Mission to Bridge Support and Community
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Vee Morgan's Journey A Story of Resilience, Reality Show, Non Profits, and Legacy
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Jan 11, 2025 |
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VA Loans & Building a Future with Army Combat Veteran Robert Tolan
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Dec 26, 2024 |
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Holistic Healing and Trauma Recovery: Insights from Athena Desai
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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Firefighter Jermol Edwards Saving Lives After Service
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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How Mentorship Enhances Life's Transitions and Opportunities with Dr. Deborah Heiser
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Nov 21, 2024 |
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Veteran’s Day Special: The Story of MOH Eugene A. Obregon and His Ultimate Sacrifice
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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Triumph Over Adversity: Ken Kunken's Inspiring Journey from Quadriplegia to District Attorney
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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ANE & TMF Podcast: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Your Civilian Job Search
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Aug 29, 2024 |
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From Air Force to Academia: Autumn's Story
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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From Black Hawk Pilot to Yoga Advocate: Sarah Moore's Journey to Mental Health
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Generations of Service: A Father’s Perspective When His Son Goes to War
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Jul 26, 2024 |
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Creating a Legacy: Army Leader, JP Fights for Veterans
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Jul 12, 2024 |
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Resilience and Adaptability: John's Journey from Navy Corpsman to Law Enforcement
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Jun 28, 2024 |
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Bridging the Gap for Veterans Through the Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce
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Jul 12, 2023 |
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Military to Comedy: Dan Dean's Inspiring Journey of Courage, Transformation, and Laughter
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Jun 28, 2023 |
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Fighting to End Veteran Homelessness with US VETS Coordinator Heather Harvin
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May 03, 2023 |
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Military Community Members Obtain 3 Major Certs for FREE! #Actnoweducation
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Apr 19, 2023 |
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Creating & Killing Chaos After the Battle with Marine Veteran & Author Matt Stack
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Apr 05, 2023 |
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Air Force NCO Becomes a UFC Star with Leah Letson
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Mar 22, 2023 |
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Combat Marine Coaches The Next Generation For a Better Tomorrow with Coach Chris Torres
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Mar 08, 2023 |
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An IT Career After Your Military Service with Act Now Education Board Member Mario Simon
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Feb 22, 2023 |
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Marine Takes Combat Experiences to the Professional Executive Protection Realm with Byron Rodgers
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Feb 08, 2023 |
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Managing Professional Character with Army Special Operations SFC Javier Guitron
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Jan 25, 2023 |
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Reflecting on the Podcast Episodes from 2022 with Civilian Podcast Assistant Lina
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Jan 11, 2023 |
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College Isn't Enough! Set Yourself Apart! SDSU Army ROTC Cadre Dr. Michael Brantley Tells Us How?
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Dec 28, 2022 |
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Act Now & Execute Your Goals Edition: Before 2023, Create Goals by Joining The Act Now Community with Sumeya Gibril
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Dec 14, 2022 |
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Active Duty Air Force & Pro MMA Fighter Breaking Barriers with Blake Perry
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Nov 30, 2022 |
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3 Effective Strategies for Military Career Transitioning Veterans with Dr. Nicole Dhanraj
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Nov 16, 2022 |
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When Help is Needed, Veteran Help Point's Michelle Lang Has the Answers!
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Nov 02, 2022 |
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Personal Brand Trends After the World Shutdown with Lida Citroen
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Oct 19, 2022 |
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Marine Veteran Creates a Contractor Start-Up App with Ron Nussbaum
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Oct 12, 2022 |
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Life After Combat & Starting a Business with BJJ Blackbelt & Marine Vet Anthony Ferro #bjj #veteran
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Oct 05, 2022 |
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Act Now & Execute Your Goals: How Jen-Liz Maldonado Leveled-Up Her Career Without Using VA Education
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Sep 28, 2022 |
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How the Art Community Helps Veterans Mentally Transition Beyond the Uniform with Air Force Veteran Cody Vance
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Sep 21, 2022 |
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Army Soldier of The Year to Hollywood Producer and Crypto Founder with Daril Fannin
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Sep 14, 2022 |
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"Soledier Socks"Was Created with Combat Necessity with Founder Elle Rueger and Combat Navy Vet Tommy
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Sep 07, 2022 |
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Uber's Career Opportunities For Our Military Community with Army Veteran Michael Pett
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Aug 31, 2022 |
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From Critically Combat Wounded to Esquire with Attorney Estefan Encarnacion
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Aug 24, 2022 |
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Future Career Awaits in Drone Robotics with Air Force Top Gun Veteran and CEO of Target Arm Jeffrey McChesney
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Aug 17, 2022 |
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Tactical Drone Pilot Course for Executive Protection, Bodyguard, and PSD Operations with Covered 6 Founder & CEO Chris Dunn
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Aug 10, 2022 |
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Making a Military Difference with Act Now Education Vice President Micki Patel
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Aug 03, 2022 |
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Act Now & Execute Your Goals: Navy Veteran to Executive Through NPower's Program with Malcolm Smith
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Jul 27, 2022 |
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An American Dream TV Host Honors Our Military Community- Meet Real Estate Agent Sunny Singh
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Jul 20, 2022 |
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Discover Army ROTC Opportunities with SDSU Professor of Military Science LTC Michelle Parlette
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Jul 13, 2022 |
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The Act Now Education Military Resource Guru with Navy Veteran Tyrone Hewitt
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Jul 06, 2022 |
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Almost 50% Have a Difficult Time Transitioning Into a New Career After the Uniform with Brian Niswander
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Jun 30, 2022 |
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Combat Engineer to Grunt Style Artist with Army Veteran Gerardo "Ghost" Cazares
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Jun 22, 2022 |
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Breaking the Mold From the Military to Business Owner with AF Veteran Joelle Choe
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Jun 15, 2022 |
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Military Community Marketing to Know in 2022 with MilSpouse & Trend Lab Founder Yasmin George
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May 25, 2022 |
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Military Spouse Mentoring & YOUR Career Growth with LA Care Health Plan IT Director Tanya Bonelli
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May 11, 2022 |
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The VP of ACP & The Military Spouse Career Takeover with Leslie Coffey
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May 06, 2022 |
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Challenge of Fitness & Business After the Uniform with USS Battle Series CEO & Navy Vet Cliff Walker
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May 04, 2022 |
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Tips to Transition Into Working From Home After the Military with "Millennial Veteran" Jenna Carlton
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Apr 27, 2022 |
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The Mental Transition of a Canadian Military Veteran with Jacqueline Buckley
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Apr 20, 2022 |
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Veterans Continuously Transition Years After Service with Coast Guard Veteran Caroline Walsh
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Apr 13, 2022 |
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"Drive On Podcast" Crossover Edition with OEF Veteran Scott Deluzio, author of "Surviving Son"
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Apr 06, 2022 |
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Career Transition Help with Boots to Books President & Army Veteran Peter Cline
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Mar 30, 2022 |
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Must-Have Certification for Transitioning Military Leaders (Scrum) with Navy Veteran Tim Dickey
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Mar 23, 2022 |
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Military Pro Marketing Advice for Gaining Your Strategic Goals in 2022 with Irving Gil
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Mar 16, 2022 |
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Journey From Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) to a Military Women's Influencer with Althea From She Vets It
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Mar 09, 2022 |
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Asking Why 50% Quit Their First Job After The Uniform with Don Gleason
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Mar 02, 2022 |
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Act Now & Execute Your Goals Edition: Bookkeeping with Danielle through Act Now Education
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Feb 28, 2022 |
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The Difference Between a Job and a Profession with Medal of Honor Army MSG Earl Plumlee
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Feb 23, 2022 |
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Six Ways To Being Resilient and use FOCUS in 2022 with Career Development Coach LaPora Lindsey
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Feb 16, 2022 |
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Super Bowl Special: The LA Rams Fan of the Year is an Army Combat Veteran with Amanda Filimon
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Feb 08, 2022 |
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3 Reasons You SHOULD get a Project Management Certification with DOL Coach COO Heather Kuhns
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Feb 03, 2022 |
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A Marine Corp Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) Originator: The Journey Transition of MGySGT (Ret.) Cardo Urso to MMA
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Jan 27, 2022 |
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Military Veteran, Military Spouse, and HireMilitary Recruiter Kate Wood
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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5 Modern Tips for Military/Civilian Resume Building with Jon Morgan from W4W Georgia
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Jan 13, 2022 |
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Military Veterans & Cyber Career Trends with John Lehmann of Intellectual Point
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Jan 06, 2022 |
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3 Simple Steps for MilSpouses to Publish & Grow Social Media Influence with Rietta Boksha
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Dec 30, 2021 |
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Helpful Tips to Staying Focused & Organized in 2022 with Shelby Hebing
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Dec 22, 2021 |
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"Vet with a Mic Podcast" Crossover Edition with Ryan
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Dec 20, 2021 |
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A Complete Guide to VA Burial Rights, Compensation, and Overcoming Trauma with Elder Kimcherian Johnson
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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The Journey of an American Sikh Warrior with US Army 1LT Kanwar Singh
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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Military Business Mindset Hacks with Retired Army Command SGM Donnell Johns Sr:
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Nov 18, 2021 |
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Mentors Never Retire: Interview with V2I's Vice President Bruce Thompson
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Nov 04, 2021 |
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From Combat to Author to Business Leader: Magda Khalifa Talks Military Transition & Entrepreneurship
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Oct 21, 2021 |
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Military Service to Executive Protection: GDBA Director of Recruitment & Veteran Outreach Nick DuChene Interview
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Oct 07, 2021 |
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Explosive Ordnance Inspiration: Critically Injured Army EOD Tech Aaron Hale Interview
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Sep 16, 2021 |
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Who's Our Podcast Apprentice & Co-Host? Let's Meet Avi.
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Sep 09, 2021 |
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From College to Army Comissioned Officer: Journey Interview with 2LT Jordan Player
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Sep 02, 2021 |
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Cybertech Yourself NPower: Interview with NPower graduate Joshua Murphy & Program Director Demetrius Goodwin
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Aug 19, 2021 |
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Taking The Helm: Interview with Empower Employ founder Lindsay Helm
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Aug 12, 2021 |
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Cybersecurity Urgency = Veteran Opportunity: UNCC Program Manager Steve Olson
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Jul 29, 2021 |
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The Natural Leader: Interview with Retired Army Special Forces & Content Creator Chris McPhee
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Jul 16, 2021 |
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My RØDE Cast Contest Entry: The Meaning Behind The Morning Formation Podcast
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Jul 15, 2021 |
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An Uncharted Program: Interview with founder & Owner of Veteran Tax Credits (VTC)
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Jun 24, 2021 |
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Combat Vet Comedian & Against The Odds: Interview with Comedian & Actor Thom Tran
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Jun 10, 2021 |
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Military Adaptability: Interview with Mike Lopez from Coursera
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May 27, 2021 |
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Disrupting the Project Management Scene: COO of DOL Coach Josh Cunio
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May 13, 2021 |
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TEDx Speaker & Military Career Personal Brand Strategist: Lida Citroën Interview Part 2
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May 06, 2021 |
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TEDx Speaker & Military Career Personal Brand Strategist: Lida Citroën Interview Part 1
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Apr 29, 2021 |
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From Tough Upbringing to Career Influencer: Interview with Act Now Education Founder and Naval Officer Jai Salters
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Apr 16, 2021 |
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Moving Forward: An Interview with USMC SGT John Peck (Critically injured in combat; lost his arms/legs during OEF & received ground-breaking arm transplants)
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Mar 19, 2021 |
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Military to Entrepreneur: Interview with OIF Marine Corps Veteran & CEO of The Mobile Cigar Lounge Joey Mac
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Mar 05, 2021 |
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The USMC Opportunist: Interview with the edible and useable Crayon maker and Marine Corps Veteran Frank Manteau (CRAYONS READY-TO-EAT Co-Founder)
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Feb 26, 2021 |
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Meet the Host: Getting to Know KP and The Podcast "Reason"
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Feb 19, 2021 |
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Unexpected Success: Retired Army 1SG Phillips cover the third install of his military career to retirement
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Feb 12, 2021 |
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The Prospect: 1SG Phillips continues his career as a US Army Drill Instructor Course
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Feb 05, 2021 |
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Anticipated Duty: Retired Army 1SG Samuel Phillips on being drafted for Vietnam, Ranger School, his the start of his career
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Jan 30, 2021 |