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GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 146: 🇺🇸 RYAN MANION: THE UNFORGETTABLE LEGACY OF HER BROTHER-U.S. MARINE HERO TRAVIS MANION 🇺🇸

November 29, 2025 • Tom Smith/Dan Murphy • Season 3 • Episode 146

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"IF NOT ME, THEN WHO?"

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we welcome Ryan Manion, CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation and sister of 1st Lieutenant Marine Travis Manion, the American Hero who made the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq in 2007. Ryan shares an emotional, uplifting, and profoundly patriotic conversation about her brother’s extraordinary life, his commitment to service, and the remarkable legacy of leadership he left behind.

1st Lt. Travis Manion, USMC, was known for his unwavering bravery, strong moral character, and fierce devotion to his fellow Marines. While serving in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, Travis displayed overwhelming patriotism and heroism when he selflessly led his Marines toward enemy fire, placing himself in harm’s way to protect his team. His courageous actions saved the lives of his brothers-in-arms and solidified him as a symbol of American valor and sacrifice.

TimeStamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:28 The Life and Legacy of Travis Manion
11:44 Travis's Heroism in Iraq
20:20 The Impact of Loss on Family and Community
22:36 The Travis Manion Foundation and Its Mission
24:26 The Vision of Growth
25:32 The Foundation's Mission
26:40 Resilience and Determination
28:06 The Knock at the Door
30:00 Public Speaking and Sharing Stories
34:13 Inspiring the Next Generation
36:15 Connecting Communities and Purpose
39:33 Legacy and Living with Purpose

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