West Point grad Gary Bartels shares his journey from combat to healing and how OATH provides purpose, community, and outdoor therapy for veterans and first responders facing transition and PTSD.

Air Force vet Brandon Stubblefield and PBJ Youth Foundation mentor at-risk youth with free life-skills, STEM & outdoor programs, scholarships, and parent support. Donate or volunteer.

How do great companies win top talent—fast? On Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with Youi Culberson, founder & president of Culberson Resources Inc., a Houston-based recruiting firm with 20+ years of success. From immigrating at 10 to pivoting from accounting to executive recruiting, Youi shares real-world strategies for employers and candidates: how to craft “the sizzle” in your employer brand, identify a candidate’s superpower, showcase emotional intelligence, and build resumes that tell a clear story. We also dig into behavioral interviews, private-equity dynamics, being an A-player during layoffs, and scaling a business by mentoring and letting go.

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On Battle Ready, host Rickey Chavez sits down with Houston leader Rick Figueroa—CEO of Patron Partners and chair within Texas licensing & regulation—to unpack how defeats forge character, why servant leadership wins, and how mentorship (your “pallbearers”) keeps you accountable. Rick shares his Bay City roots, the seven rules from his mother, the power of being bilingual, and his journey from ranch hand to wealth management—plus why impact beats success. We cover leadership vs. mentorship, building significance, faith-driven decision making, and practical ways to “bisect the curve” of your life and career.

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Unlock lasting impact with lean thinking, empathy, and AI-driven leadership. Build trust, innovate yourself, and transform failure into growth with Dr. Adel’s mindset.

Better Homes and Gardens CEO Mark Woodroof shares raw advice for agents: mindset shifts, veteran buying power, and why resilience—not routine—wins in today’s real estate market.

From debt and divorce to teaching and mentorship, Garrett Hartman turned pain into purpose. Hear how he rebuilt his life on Battle Ready with Richie Fonté—now on Now Media and iHeartRadio.

CEO and Army vet Heath Melton reveals how flexibility, mentorship, and planning helped him pivot from military life to the boardroom. Get leadership gold on Battle Ready via Now Media TV and iHeart.

From DNRs to Power of Attorney, Hillary Bailey shares how to navigate care at home, reduce stress, and empower aging loved ones with dignity. Watch her tips now on Battle Ready via Now Media TV.

Discover how discipline from martial arts fuels Dr. Jorge Miranda’s surgical success and CPA Joe Reyes’ expert cash flow and tax tips for business and real estate growth in 2025.