Welcome & Our Mission

Let us start by telling you a little about who we are and why this podcast matters to us — and maybe to you, too.

We both served 20+ years in the Air Force, and a big part of that time was taking care of people both as leaders and as First Sergeants. That meant we weren't just focused on the mission — we were focused on people. Helping Airmen through challenges, celebrating their wins, and sometimes just being the person they could turn to when life got heavy.

But here’s the thing… life after the military doesn’t slow down. Leadership and resilience don't end when the uniform comes off. It just looks different. We're husbands, fathers, and even a granddad — some of the most important titles we'll ever hold. 

Our next chapter as civilians can be a challenge: slowing down, finding a new mission, and figuring out "what's next."

That’s why we started this podcast. To talk about resilience. Leadership. Faith. Family. Fitness. Finances. Health. The struggles we all face — whether you wore the uniform or not — and how to keep moving forward.

Our hope is simple: that by sharing our story and the lessons learned along the way, you’ll find encouragement for your own journey.

So in today’s first episode, I’m going to walk you through my story — from military life, to family life, the transition to civilian life — and then lay out what you can expect from this show going forward.

Let’s get into it.

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