The Warrior's Journey

On Today’s podcast, we welcome Gabe Axtell, former Marine MARSOC Raider. Watch as he talks about how he he found purpose and how God changed his life! Amazing story! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Troy welcomes Tyler Patten, Navy Veteran. Listen as Tyler talks about how he overcame deep loss and how God impacted his life! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Coach Tom Winkler, head coach for the Missouri State Hockey Team. We have been blessed to partner with an amazing organization, who has a great passion for our active military, veterans, and their families! If you would like to know more, or buy Hockey tickets, see the link below: https://missouristatehockey.com/ Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes our newest member to TWJ's team, Troy Malesky (Former Navy Seal). Troy is now the Director of S.O.F. Initiatives for TWJ and leading the charge on providing more recourses to the operator community. If you would like to learn more about TWJ's S.O.F. Initiative, please click the link below: https://thewarriorsjourney.org/specialforces/ Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Dr. Chase Kelly, owner of Kelly Dental here in Springfield! We are very thankful for Dr. Kelly's partnership with The Warrior's Journey! If you would like to learn more about Kelly Dental, please click the link below: https://kelly-dental.com/ Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Mark Burgess, owner of the Ozark Lunkers! Ozark Lunkers is a professional indoor football team based right here in Springfield MO! We are very thankful for Mark's partnership with The Warrior's Journey! If you would like to learn more about the Ozark Lunkers or purchase a ticket, please click the link below: https://www.ozarkslunkers.com Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Dan Boever, founder and entertainer of Dan Boever Golf. Dan serves as a brand ambassador for The Warrior's Journey and is responsible for 50% of the networking opportunities TWJ has experienced outside of Missouri. We are very grateful for the friendship and partnership we have with Dan! Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this weeks podcast, Kevin welcomes Brain Cheever, CEO of Clear Creek Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles. Brain and Clear Creek have been a huge support to The Warrior's Journey, and on this episode we learn a little more on Brians background and why the military means so much to him. Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this episode, Kevin welcomes Jonathan Garard, owner of Grooms Office Environments here in Springfield MO. Jonathan, a combat Army Veteran, discusses his experiences in the time he served in the military. Learn more at TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this episode, Kevin welcomes back Danny and Nora White, founders of Lead With Liberty. In 2021, Danny worked on a second printing of A Widower’s Walk: From Desert to Destiny...a memoir of his chapter of life with Jenny and their children (Lil Danny, Hannah, and Ethan) as well as the chapter of life with Nora and their blended family. During this podcast they discuss all updates with Lead with Liberty and Nora's new blog! Find out more at: www.leadwithliberty.org TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

On this Episode, Kevin meets with Lt Col Stuart Sullivan. Lt Col Sullivan is a retired USAF Squadron Commander and a combat veteran in the B-2 Stealth Bomber. He is a command pilot in both the T-38 Talon and B-2 Spirit with over 3,200 flight hours. In 2016, Stuart wrote two words on a piece of paper and nailed it to a cross. From that moment he moved from trying to please God to trusting completely in God. Less than a year later, Stuart founded All In to give every person the same opportunity of truly becoming all in. The Men’s Charge weekend is not a retreat: men do not retreat, they charge. All In travels to military communities with a mission to unite, restore and save lives in order to make an eternal impact and generational change. All in will not stop what God is doing and look forward to nations being restored. Charge on! Find out more at: www.commitallin.org TWJ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorsjourney/ Website: www.twj.org Contact us: info@twj.org

Movement Mortgage was created to be different. Founded in 2008, amidst one of the biggest financial meltdowns in American history, Movement set forth on a mission to create a Movement of Change in the mortage industry, in corporate cultures and in communities. For Movement, it all comes back to the mission: to love and value people in everything they do. In this episode, Movement Mortgage Loan Officer Dallas Tarleton unpacks what sets Movement apart in the mortgage industry, and how they come alongside to uniquely equip those in the military community as they navigate the often-stressful homebuying landscape. To learn more about Movement, visit https://movement.com, and to connect with Dallas directly, visit https://lo.movement.com/dallas-tarleton/home. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Operation Uplift was born out of a desire to send smiles to heroes far from home for the holidays. It all began in 2017 when Jason Simonin and Michelle "Mickey" Carlson teamed up to send holiday care packages to 69 service members with the 35th Infantry Division unit. From those humble beginnings their efforts quickly grew, and with the overwhelming support of communities far and wide, Operation Uplift has gone on to send over 7,000 care packages to deployed troops. In this episode, Jason and Mickey share the story of how Operation Uplift began, their passion for the military community at home and abroad, and how people can get involved. Find out more about Operation Uplift at https://helpuplift.org. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Leon "Lee" Ellis is a retired United States Air Force colonel, award-winning author, speaker, and consultant. Ellis gained notoriety when, as a fighter pilot in the Vietnam War, he was shot down, captured, and spent over five years as a prisoner of war in Hanoi and surrounding areas. In this episode, Lee shares the story of his capture, how he survived and endured to the moment of his release and beyond, and came to experience true and lasting resilience and healing. Through Lee’s difficult POW experience, 14 principles emerged that helped him and his comrades survive to return with honor. You can learn more about these principles and more at https://www.leadingwithhonor.com. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

On January 29, 2006, Bob Woodruff was reporting on the transfer of power between US and Iraqi security forces for ABC’s “World News Tonight" when his armored vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb. Life for Bob and his entire family changed in an instant, as he sustained a life-threatening traumatic brain injury. Bob spent 36 days in a medically-induced coma at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where his wife Lee got to know the families of service members dealing with the impact of hidden injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depression. As Bob recovered, the experience inspired the Woodruff family. They resolved to ensure that our nation’s impacted veterans, service members, and their families have access to the highest level of support and resources they deserve, for as long as they need it. In this episode, we're joined by Dave Woodruff, brother of Bob and co-founder and Chief Development Officer of the Bob Woodruff Foundation, where he unpacks the history and mission of the Foundation, which invites people to stand up for heroes by helping our impacted veterans, service members, their families, and their caregivers thrive. Find out more at https://bobwoodrufffoundation.org/. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Picking up where we left off on The Warrior's Journey podcast, Colonel Todd "Riddler" Riddle continues unpacking his new book – Faith, Family and Fighter Jets: How to Live Life to the Full with Grit and Grace. Riddle's first person recollections of pulling the trigger on a GAU-8 Avenger 30mm canon on an A-10, firing Maverick missiles, using Night Vision Goggles, or laughably failing while coaching children’s sports draw readers toward discovering an authentic and practical faith—one that opens the hearts of believers and those seeking to invite the greater presence of Christ across the key dimensions of their lives. Each chapter of Faith, Family and Fighter Jets concludes with key Thunderbolt takeaways for consideration and life application. His experiences convey lessons of faith and leadership forged from a life of military service in harm’s way; a missional life calling where the stakes of success and failure are at the highest possible levels. Visit https://thunderboltleadership.com to order Faith, Family and Fighter Jets today! Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Colonel Todd “Riddler” Riddle’s story is anything but typical, with a combat-worn fighter jet soaring high above the mountains of Afghanistan. His experiences convey lessons of faith and leadership forged from a life of military service in harm’s way; a missional life calling where the stakes of success and failure are at the highest possible levels. In this episode of The Warrior's Journey podcast, Colonel Riddle dives into his new book – Faith, Family and Fighter Jets: How to Live Life to the Full with Grit and Grace. Riddle's first person recollections of pulling the trigger on a GAU-8 Avenger 30mm canon on an A-10, firing Maverick missiles, using Night Vision Goggles, or laughably failing while coaching children’s sports draw readers toward discovering an authentic and practical faith—one that opens the hearts of believers and those seeking to invite the greater presence of Christ across the key dimensions of their lives. Each chapter of Faith, Family and Fighter Jets concludes with key Thunderbolt takeaways for consideration and life application. Visit https://thunderboltleadership.com to pre-order Faith, Family and Fighter Jets today! Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Trauma is the root cause of suicide, and the existing solutions aren't working. Addiction, poverty, sexual abuse, divorce, homelessness, incarceration, and suicide are all directly correlated with trauma exposure. The U.S. spent $458 billion last year to treat these comorbidities of trauma, and the VA spent an average of $4,100 per person for treatment of PTSD. Trauma may be spreading, but so is hope. If trauma is our personal intersection with the brokenness of the world, then recovery is our personal intersection with the redemptive heart of God, and REBOOT Recovery is helping people overcome trauma so they can embrace a brighter future. REBOOT delivers healing from trauma that actually works. At REBOOT, people are introduced to the redemptive heart of God through trauma healing courses and online community – at no cost for military and first responder programs. With nearly 300 course locations spanning 34 states and 7 countries, REBOOT Recovery is the largest peer-led trauma healing program in the world. Founders Evan and Jenny Owens have been at the forefront of the faith-based trauma healing movement, working ceaselessly with churches and community leaders to help bring about lasting change. In their new book, Healing What's Hidden, they shine light on the many pathways where faith and trauma intersect, and they guide you through practical steps to reframe your trauma as a productive – rather than destructive – part of your life. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Collectively, the Veterans Service Alliance, of which The Warrior's Journey is a part, serves around 1 million veterans each year. In this episode, we continue to highlight our partners with VSA co-chair Dr. Damon Friedman! Damon is the president of SOF Missions, which helps at risk veterans by providing whole health care plans that support wellness and resiliency. He received his commission in 2000 as a United States Marine Corps Officer and later transferred into the Air Forces elite as a Special Warfare Officer. After 20 years including four combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of the Global War on Terrorism he retired. His personal decorations include three Bronze Stars (one with Valor) and the Air Force Combat Action Medal. His new book, Igniting Movements, provides a model for building effective movements, inspiring people to come together under a singular vision to make the world a better place. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

As we continue to highlight our partners in the Veterans Service Alliance, a group of non-profit organizations coming together to make a global impact in the fight against veteran suicide, we're shining the spotlight on Engage Your Destiny, led by CEO Ben Peterson. Ben spent 8 years in the Army, deploying to Iraq during the surge in 2008. His time in a Combat Aviation Brigade was challenged by fellow soldiers killed in action, suicide, and tragic civilian casualties. After battling post traumatic stress, alcohol dependency and family issues, Ben turned to his faith, community, counseling and recreation to recover from the traumatic experiences of combat. The power of Ben’s story is his ability to bring authenticity and honesty while breaking down the of core principles of resiliency. In the beginning of 2016 he felt the call to start a mission to help veterans and their families heal from their experiences. This call led to the fulfillment of a vision Ben had to bring honor, hope and healing to Vietnam Veterans, as 35,000 people gathered at the Daytona International Speedway in May of 2022 for the Heroes Honor Festival. 10,000 Vietnam Veterans were welcomed home, 1,200 enrolled in PTSD programs, and hundreds more found healing. To find out more about Ben Peterson and Engage Your Destiny, visit https://engageyourdestiny.com and stay in the loop with what's in store for the next Heroes Honor Festival at https://heroeshonorfestival.com/. Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast Follow us on Facebook • Instagram • Twitter