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  • Purple Heart Veteran Fighting for His Rights | Jeremy Jackson’s Story of War, Injury & Justice

    Purple Heart Veteran Fighting for His Rights | Jeremy Jackson’s Story of War, Injury & Justice
    Apr 3 2026
    What happens when a soldier survives combat overseas only to face a different battle at home? In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Purple Heart combat veteran Jeremy Kevin Jackson. Jeremy served in the United States Army and was severely wounded in Iraq on August 13, 2005, when a 7.62mm sniper round struck his left arm, causing permanent nerve damage and paralysis. The injury ultimately led to his medical retirement from the Army. Despite living with these disabilities, Jeremy focused on rebuilding his life and raising his two sons. But according to Jeremy, his life took a dramatic turn when legal actions and allegations led to criminal charges and the removal of his children from his custody. Those charges were later dismissed, yet Jeremy says the legal battle continued. Jeremy is currently the plaintiff in an active federal civil rights lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (Case No. 2:25-cv-00420). His lawsuit alleges constitutional violations, due process concerns, malicious prosecution, and misconduct related to his case. In this conversation, Jeremy shares his story, his perspective on what happened, and why he believes his experience highlights larger issues within family courts and legal systems that affect parents across the country. ⚠️ Important Note: The matters discussed in this episode involve an ongoing legal case, and all allegations discussed reflect Jeremy Jackson’s claims and perspective. Jeremy’s military service and combat injury in Iraq Living with permanent disability after war The challenges veterans face when returning home His ongoing federal civil rights lawsuit The emotional impact of family court battles Why he is speaking publicly about due process and accountability 🎥 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🔥 Join The Forge Leadership Communityhttps://tinyurl.com/4p7kx64z 📩 Send questions or guest suggestions through our social media channels. What are your thoughts on due process, parental rights, and accountability in legal systems? Drop a comment below and join the conversation. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 📢 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear this story. 🎙️ In This Episode We Discuss🔗 Follow & Support The MisFitNation💬 CALL TO ACTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Thanks for hanging with us tonight!

    Thanks for hanging with us tonight!
    Apr 2 2026
    On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Daryl Dittmer, a man whose philosophy on life and leadership is built on real experience rather than ideology. Raised in a blue-collar family where hard work and responsibility were non-negotiable, Daryl learned early the lessons that come from long days, discipline, and personal accountability. Over the years he has worked as a farmhand, carpenter, sales professional, business owner, builder, landlord, investor, and consultant — building multiple businesses while learning firsthand what creates success and what quietly destroys it. After decades of hard-earned lessons, mentorship, and personal rebuilding, Daryl returned to the fundamentals that most people overlook: honesty with oneself, daily structure, and the simple power of keeping your word. Today, through his writing, speaking, and coaching at Daryl Dittmer Coaching, he helps people who are tired of drifting rediscover discipline, clarity, and self-respect. In this powerful conversation we discuss: • Why discipline is the foundation of a meaningful life • The hidden danger of drifting through life without structure • Lessons learned from building and exiting multiple businesses • The importance of personal honesty and accountability • Why the most important question in life might be: “Are you ready to show up?” Daryl now lives with his wife Kristina in the mountains of North Georgia, where a quieter life reinforces the same timeless principles he teaches. If you are searching for clarity, purpose, discipline, and leadership, this episode delivers hard truths and powerful insights. Learn more:https://www.daryldittmer.com/ Subscribe to The MisFitNation for conversations with leaders, veterans, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who turn adversity into strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Life, Death & Healing: Hospice Expert Leann Thrapp Shares Wisdom

    Life, Death & Healing: Hospice Expert Leann Thrapp Shares Wisdom
    Mar 31 2026
    On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica welcome Leann Thrapp, a nurse, speaker, and compassionate guide who has spent 40 years helping individuals and families navigate life’s most profound transitions. Leann’s remarkable career spans high-risk obstetrics, labor and delivery, and hospice care, where she has supported people through both the beginning and the end of life. As a Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Administrator, she has dedicated her life to ensuring that patients and families experience dignity, peace, and compassion during life’s final chapter. Through her work with New Haven Healing, Leann blends traditional medical experience with holistic practices such as Reiki, sound healing, and biofield therapy, supporting emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. Leann has also worked closely with veterans at the end of life and is recognized as a veteran champion, advocating for the unique needs of those who served our nation. In this powerful and thoughtful conversation, we discuss: • What an end-of-life doula does and why the role is growing • Lessons learned from decades beside patients and families • Helping veterans find peace and dignity at the end of life • The role of compassion, forgiveness, and healing in life’s final chapter • How holistic approaches like sound healing and Reiki support well-being Leann is also the author of the forthcoming book Cradled on Both Sides, a moving collection of bedside stories from veterans and civilians reflecting on life, loss, and love. This episode offers a powerful reminder that life is meant to be lived fully, with compassion, openness, and connection until the very end. Learn more about her work: Newhavenhealing.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Veterans Need Purpose: Shamika White on Life After the Uniform

    Veterans Need Purpose: Shamika White on Life After the Uniform
    Mar 26 2026
    On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Shamika White, a powerful voice advocating for veteran connection, purpose, and mental wellness. As the Executive Director of the Rod Lemon Foundation, Shamika leads programs designed to support veterans navigating life after military service. Her work focuses on helping former service members rediscover identity, rebuild community, and embrace non-traditional approaches to mental wellness. Shamika believes that service does not end when the uniform comes off. Through speaking engagements, mentorship, and advocacy, she challenges veterans to redefine strength, reconnect with purpose, and continue supporting one another long after their time in uniform. In this powerful conversation we explore: • The hidden struggles many veterans face after transition • Why identity and purpose are critical to veteran mental health • The importance of community and connection for former service members • Non-traditional approaches to mental wellness for veterans • How organizations like the Rod Lemon Foundation are helping veterans thrive This episode is a powerful reminder that the mission doesn’t end when military service does—it simply changes. Learn more about the Rod Lemon Foundation:www.rodlemonfoundation.org Subscribe to The MisFitNation for more conversations with veterans, leaders, and changemakers who turn adversity into purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Lisa Bradley: R. Riveter CEO Empowering Military Spouse Careers

    Lisa Bradley: R. Riveter CEO Empowering Military Spouse Careers
    Mar 24 2026
    In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lisa Bradley, CEO and Co-Founder of R. Riveter, a mission-driven company creating meaningful employment for military spouses across the United States. What began as a small group of military spouse artisans has grown into a nationally recognized lifestyle brand, combining timeless American design with purpose-driven manufacturing. Through a distributed manufacturing model, R. Riveter now supports hundreds of military families, proving that entrepreneurship can also be a mission of service. Lisa’s leadership blends creative storytelling with data-driven strategy. With a background in marketing, commercial sales, and data management—and an MBA to match—she has built teams that transform bold ideas into real impact. Today, the brand operates across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, Amazon, and retail channels, reaching customers in all 50 states. Lisa has become a national voice for military spouse entrepreneurship and resilient leadership, sharing her story on major media outlets including Fox & Friends and Varney & Co.. In this episode we explore: • Building a mission-driven brand with purpose • Supporting military families through entrepreneurship • Scaling a company while staying true to mission • Leadership lessons from growing a national brand • Turning service and resilience into business success If you believe in leadership, entrepreneurship, and supporting the military community, this episode will inspire you. Subscribe to The MisFitNation for powerful conversations with leaders, veterans, entrepreneurs, and difference-makers who are stacking victories and forging impact. 🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Green Beret Veteran Michael Allen: Grunge Rock With Real Stories

    Green Beret Veteran Michael Allen: Grunge Rock With Real Stories
    Mar 19 2026
    On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, the crew welcomes Michael Allen — a U.S. Army Green Beret veteran turned alternative rock artist whose music blends raw emotion, grunge intensity, and real-life storytelling. Based in Nashville, Michael Allen creates music for people who have lived through something and carry those experiences with them. Inspired by the sound and spirit of Grunge and Alternative Rock, his songs combine heavy melodies with stripped-down honesty. Before stepping onto the stage, Michael served as a U.S. Army Green Beret, an experience that shaped the emotional depth of his songwriting. His music explores themes of identity, resilience, loss, and the quiet battles many veterans and civilians carry long after the moment has passed. Known for intense performances and a commanding stage presence, Michael delivers shows that balance vulnerability with power — whether he’s performing solo or with a full band. In this episode we explore: • Transitioning from military service to music • Channeling life experience into songwriting • The emotional power of alternative and grunge rock • Performing live and connecting with audiences • Using music to process identity, resilience, and loss This is a conversation about creativity, healing, and the stories that shape who we become. Subscribe for more conversations with veterans, creators, and leaders who are building impact beyond the uniform. https://www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Marine Veteran Lee Ettinger Created Energy Pain Relief Shot

    Marine Veteran Lee Ettinger Created Energy Pain Relief Shot
    Mar 17 2026
    On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Lee Ettinger, USMC Airborne Veteran, MBA, and founder of Better Living Products, LLC, creators of POWER PLUS PAIN AID — the world’s first energizing pain relief 2oz beverage shot. After 8 years in a Special Operations Qualified Advanced Landing Unit, Lee understood “No Gain, No Pain” at the highest level. But at 50, the physical toll of service caught up. Instead of slowing down, he went on a 10-year mission to create what didn’t exist: an all-natural, on-demand pain relief product combined with clean energy — without CBD, THC, or cognitive impairment ingredients. In this episode, we discuss: • Marine Corps discipline and resilience • Transitioning from Special Operations to entrepreneurship • Building a supplement brand from scratch • The science behind energizing pain relief • Turning a personal problem into a global product This is a story about grit, innovation, and refusing to accept limitations. Learn more: https://www.drinkpowerplus.com 🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • From Marine Infantry to Community Builder | Clifton Maddox on Leadership

    From Marine Infantry to Community Builder | Clifton Maddox on Leadership
    Mar 12 2026
    n this episode of The MisFitNation Podcast, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Clifton Maddox, a leader whose mission of service continued long after his military career ended. Clifton served in the Marine Corps from 2003 to 2010, working with 4th GSP and 2nd Intelligence as an infantry Marine who supported Joint Task Force border missions and deployments to Iraq. Those experiences forged his understanding of discipline, leadership, unity, and responsibility. After leaving the military, Clifton transitioned into construction and real estate, building apartments and helping families find homes. But his deeper calling is about something bigger—building stronger communities and helping people come together instead of dividing apart. In this conversation, Clifton shares lessons from the battlefield, the football field, and the construction site about leadership, fatherhood, civic responsibility, and why veterans continue serving long after the uniform comes off. If you care about leadership, veteran transition, community impact, and building a better future for the next generation, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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