1 Mile 1 Veteran

Today's guest is Bruno Moya, the Las Vegas Program Coordinator for Merging Vets and Players. After joining the Marine Corps Reserves just prior to the attacks on 9/11, Bruno deployed to Iraq during the initial invasion and later became a combat instructor at the School of Infantry. We talk about his remorse and reconciliation from the casualties of war, his pursuit of higher education in alternative medicine, and the impact that Merging Vets and Players has on his life and communities across the country.

To get involved with MVP, visit vetsandplayers.org.

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Jovon Quarles is a former Navy SEAL and the founder of Elite Seal Fit. After becoming the first Black man to finish top of his class at BUD/S, Jovon went on to have an impressive career with over 20 years of military service. We talk about the mindset of a Navy SEAL, the influence his grandmother who raised him had on his life, and the importance of starting your fitness journey now and sticking to it.

For a free consultation with Jovon, visit elitesealfit.com.

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Michael "Top" Washington is a Marine Corps veteran, firefighter, and Gold Star father. After his son, a fellow Marine, was killed in action in Afghanistan, Top nearly took his own life, but was reminded that his mission was not yet over. He now helps other veterans and first responders with their mental health as a licensed therapist. We talk about his time in service, the turning point in his own mental health journey, and the importance of having a "wingman" in times of crisis.

Watch Top's short film, Wingman: Voicemails to My Future Self Vol. 2.

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Sachin Latti is a K-9 officer and mental health advocate living in Vancouver, Canada. After wrestling with his own mental state during the pandemic, Sach was inspired to challenge himself and went all-in on long-distance running. We talk about his military ties and career in law enforcement, the catalyst that caused him to address his mental health, and how he is using his platform as an ultra-runner to raise awareness and funds for veterans and first responders experiencing mental illness and PTSD.

Follow Sach's Journey: www.sachinmotion.ca

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Today's guest is Amber Miskovich, the founder of The Wonder Within. Amber served 15 years as a medic in the Air National Guard, as well as working as a firefighter. Having served both in the military and as a first responder, Amber now brings healing to these communities through yoga, mindfulness practices, and breath work. We talk about the valuable skills she learned in the military, how healing is tied to the breath, and 3 easy steps to be present.

To connect with Amber, visit thewonderwithin.com and follow @thewonderwithinllc on Instagram.

Michael Glaspie is an investor, educator, and co-host of the Military Cashflow podcast. After ten years in the Army serving as a Green Beret, Mike got involved in real estate and creative investing and now helps other service members and veterans find financial success. We talk about his time in Special Ops, his heart to help educate others, and where to start if you want to turn your finances around.

Lia Mort is a Marine Corps veteran, Army reservist, and the winner Tough As Nails Season 3. Lia has often been referred to as the Jill-of-all-Trades, having a wide variety of skills and a number of odd jobs throughout her career. We talk about her time in the military, the mindset that helps her meet any challenge, and how she is honoring her nephew after his passing.

Today's guest is Leigh Anne Mayberry, my wife and the producer of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast. As the spouse of a veteran and also having lost family members and friends to suicide, I asked Leigh Anne to come on the show to share her perspective and provide advice for those wanting to support a veteran in their life. We talk about the early days of working through my PTSD diagnosis, how open communication and transparency saved my life, and three tips for family and friends looking to help a veteran.

Today's guest is Travis Snyder, a Marine Corps veteran and mental health advocate. After losing a fellow Marine to suicide, Travis decided to walk around Lake Michigan to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. After completing several laps, he became Michigan's 2022 Veteran of the Year! We talk about Travis' time in the military, the mental health challenges after transitioning out, and his continued plans of advocating for this mission.

Stacy Pearsall is a former combat photographer and founder of the Veterans Portrait Project. After three combat deployments and receiving the Bronze Star Medal and Air Force Commendation with Valor, Stacy continued her award-winning photography post-service. We talk about the view of the battlefield through her lens, mental health in the military, and how she continues to make a difference by sharing veterans' stories in various ways.