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Unarmored Talk
Unarmored Talk—where we remove our armor to have real conversations that strengthen how you think and respond to life.
Hosted by Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Mario P. Fields, the show dives into honest stories, raw emotions, and practical insights that help you grow mentally stronger through authenticity and openness.
Stay unarmored, stay authentic, and stay mentally fit. And as always — I’m praying for you all. God bless.
Episodes
166 episodes
From Korean Hikes to Passing the Bar: Legacy Over Ego
Ever wonder how a Republic of Korea Recon Marine ends up passing the bar in the U.S.?Minjoon Kim’s journey—from freezing Korean night hikes to earning his place at a California law firm—proves that grit and legacy outlast hardship...
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Episode 166
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21:24
He Lost Sight and Hearing… Yet Found a Mission
What happens when your job, identity, and future disappear overnight?In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Hale—a Navy chef turned Army EOD tech—to unpack his journey from an IED blast that took his sight and hearing to r...
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Episode 165
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18:45
He Went from Barefoot to Marine Elite: What a Journey!
How do you develop leaders who can stay disciplined, think clearly under pressure, and turn adversity into an advantage?In my latest episode, Master Gunnery Sergeant Shelon “Hutch” Hutchison shares leadership lessons shaped by a 2...
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Episode 164
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22:49
Five Mistakes To Avoid With Multiple Job Offers
Navigating multiple job offers can be a blessing — or a trap — depending on how you handle the moment. In this Unarmored Talk Pro Tip episode, I break down five critical mistakes people make when choosing between job opportunities… and h...
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Episode 163
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2:36
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When the Medals, Rank, and Spotlight can’t Hide the Pain
What happens when the medals, rank, and spotlight can’t hide the pain anymore?I sit down with Marine Corps Captain and former Team USA bobsled athlete Riley Tejcek to unpack the quiet cost of divorce 💔, the line between gri...
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Episode 162
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23:39
Why Great Leaders Don’t Push Harder — They Connect Deeper
What if your greatest leadership move isn’t to push harder — but to connect deeper? 🤝Retired Army Colonel and executive coach Paul Raggio joins me to unpack the difference between motivation and inspiration, how e...
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Episode 161
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22:48
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From Surviving to Thriving - What's Next After 50?
🎙️ What if the second half of life isn’t a slow fade—but a bigger canvas?Meet Barbara and Heather, a mother-daughter coaching duo redefining midlife. 🌱 Barbara returned to school in her 50s, earned two master’s degrees, and rebuil...
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Episode 160
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26:21
3 Tips on How Self-Awareness Makes You a Stronger Hire
Ever freeze up when asked about your strengths and weaknesses? 😅 In this episode, I break down why self-awareness isn’t just a personal trait — it’s a professional superpower.🎯 Learn how understanding who you are, where you shine, and h...
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Episode 159
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3:45
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What Happens When A Nation Forgets Its Veterans?
What if the voices we salute 🇺🇸 fade before we ever truly hear them?Retired Master Gunnery Sergeant Andrew Cox shares how one simple idea—record every veteran’s story—grew into The Lost Art Project, now part...
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Episode 158
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16:39
From Surviving to Thriving: How to Find Purpose at Any Age
Can your most meaningful work begin after 50? Executive and leadership coach Dr. Sanaz Solomon proves it can.In this kickoff episode of the BoldTimers {https://www.li...
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Episode 157
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19:03
Thinking About Quitting Your Job or Know Someone who is? Listen to This First.
Ever felt the pull to move on but worried it might hurt your reputation? 👔 In this episode, we reframe “quitting” into purposeful resignation — a mindset that protects your personal brand and positions you for what’s next.You’ll h...
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Episode 156
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3:25
The 55-38-7 Rule - What Your Body Language Says About You!
Snap judgments happen fast—often before a single word leaves your mouth. In this episode, we unpack the 55-38-7 rule—body language, tone, and words—and explore how nonverbal communication shapes trust, credibility, and connection.You’ll...
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Episode 155
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4:26
A blast didn’t end his life—it began his purpose
Taylor Vogel thought the Marine Corps would give him structure when life had none. After three deployments and a devastating IED blast, he survived but came home unraveled—TBI, PTSD, a bottle within reach, and a family on the line.This i...
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Episode 154
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22:08
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Pro Tips: From Uniform to Interview 💼
Ever freeze up when an interviewer says, “Tell me about yourself”? In this Quick Pro Tip, I share a simple, 3-step method to help veterans and transitioning service members answer that question with confidence:✅ Start wit...
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Episode 153
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3:22
Faith Over Identity: A U.S. Marines' Path from War to Worship
What if the title you’re most proud of is the very thing holding you back from who you’re meant to become? That’s the heart of this powerful conversation with Marine infantry officer turned pastor and Mighty Oaks Foundatio...
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Episode 152
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23:11
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Get Paid What You’re Worth 💰 | Negotiating After Service
💼 Getting out of the military and wondering how to negotiate your first job offer? 🤔 In this Quick Pro Tip video, I share three strategies every veteran should know: research and present a fair salary range, highlight the true valu...
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Episode 151
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2:37
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From Sickness to PTSD: The Surprising Key to Healing
Ever wonder why some people rarely get sick — or how others recover from PTSD after decades of struggle? The answer may lie in the diaphragm, a muscle Dr. David Rubenstein calls second only to the heart. It drives immunity, eases ba...
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Episode 150
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22:01
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When an Army Squad Leader Trades his Rifle for a Business Plan
What happens when an Army infantry squad leader swaps his rifle for a business plan? In this episode of Unarmored Talk, I sit down with veteran entrepreneur Matthew Kemp to hear how he went from leading combat missio...
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Episode 149
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20:12
Pro Tips: What SEO Really Means for Service Members & Veterans
Professionals, Service Members, and Veterans — have you ever Googled yourself or your organization and wondered why you didn’t show up first?That’s SEO (Search Engine Optimization) — and it’s one of the most overlooked parts of building you...
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Episode 148
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3:52
Pro Tips: Building Your Personal Brand Online for Service Members & Veterans
When the uniform comes off, people don’t see your rank or ribbons — they see your brand.Your personal brand is your reputation when you’re not in the room. And today, it shows up first on social media.Are you being intentional about how...
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Episode 147
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5:00
Who am I without my uniform? Finding Identity After the Military
The invisible weight of service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. For Marine Corps veteran Garrett Biss, the toughest battle began after 17 years of active duty—asking, “Who am I without my uniform?”In this powerful conver...
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Episode 146
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18:02
Are YOU Breathing in the RED ZONE or the GREEN ZONE? | PTSD, Stress & Healing
✨ What if the number of breaths you take per minute could reveal your true path to healing?🩺 Trauma expert Dr. David Rubenstein shares insights from over 22,000 measurements, showing that 19+ breaths per minute almos...
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Episode 145
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23:35
Breaking the PTSD Narrative: One Breath at a Time? (Ep. 2 of 6)
What if the key to healing pain and PTSD wasn’t medication, but your breath? 🫁In this episode, Dr. David Rubenstein reveals how a discovery in 1994 reshaped our understanding of chronic pain, stress, and trauma. With over 22,000 m...
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Episode 144
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19:34
Beyond the Uniform: Transition with Purpose, Build a Meaningful Life
What happens when your transition plan falls apart?For Marine veteran Matthew Askren, failure wasn’t fatal—it was fuel. From abandoned business dreams to unexpected detours in flooring sales and food manufacturing, each step becam...
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Episode 143
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Breaking the PTSD Narrative: A New Path to Healing (Ep. 1 of 6)
🎙What if everything you thought you knew about PTSD and trauma was incomplete—or even wrong?Rethinking PTSD & Trauma – In this Unarmored Talk Podcast episode, Mario P. Fields sits down with Dr. David Rubenstein to shatter the usual ...
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Episode 142
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21:25