Gut check: How one man's troubles sparked movement.

In this moving episode, host Mike sits down with Justin Mellor, the founder of United We March / Gut Check—a powerful charity challenge that raises awareness and support for veterans and first responders. Justin opens up with striking honesty about his personal battle with drug addiction and the pivotal moment that transformed his life: participating in the Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. That grueling experience ignited a profound shift—a determination to turn his life around and dedicate himself in service to others. From that turning point, Justin launched United We March and the Gunnison Gut Check walk—a ruck-style challenge in central Utah designed not just as a fundraiser, but as a movement. These events have empowered participants across the region to support veterans, first responders, and community resilience. Tune in as Justin shares how his journey from personal struggle to leadership in community and service became a catalyst for healing—not only for himself, but for many others in central Utah and beyond. This is a story of redemption, community, and the enduring spirit of service.

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