"My nerdy side loves data and AI."

Discover how one veteran, Will Curtis, Owner of Crossed Sabers Commercial Real Estate turned military skills into commercial real estate success and how he’s using AI and data to help creators, small business owners, and entrepreneurs thrive. What happens when veterans apply strategy, data, and AI to entrepreneurship?

In this Military Creator Con Conversation, we dive into real estate, marketing, and business growth with a scientific edge. From leveraging psychographics and demographics to using AI for smarter decisions, this episode shows how veterans can turn analytical thinking into actionable strategies for success.

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What happens when an Apache helicopter pilot trades the cockpit for entrepreneurship?

In this conversation, Army veteran Andrew Arbogast shares the wild journey behind turning his father’s cheese dip recipe into a fast-growing retail brand. From launching in 100 stores to over 2,000, nearly losing everything, and rebuilding after massive setbacks, Andrew opens up about risk, failure, faith, and starting again.

This episode is part of the Military Creator Con Conversations series, where veterans share the real stories behind creativity, entrepreneurship, and building something meaningful after service. Sometimes the best comeback starts with failure.

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Thank you to Guest Host: Marah Lago, Founder, Military Creator Con

Learn more about our Veteran, Andrew Arbogast:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arbosdip

Arbo's Cheese Dip: https://www.arboscheesedip.com/

What happens when veterans step into the creator economy?

In this Military Creator Con Conversation, Tom Schwab and Travis explore podcasting, entrepreneurship, and why conversations still matter in a world filled with algorithms and AI. They discuss building meaningful connections through podcasts, breaking the employee mindset after military service, and how veterans can turn storytelling, media, and creativity into real opportunity.

Military Creator Con brings together veteran creators, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are redefining life after service.

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Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington: https://oscarmikeradio.com/

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Tom Schwab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtomschwab/

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Christian Brim joins Military Creator Con to share how veterans and creatives can stop undervaluing their work, embrace their worth, and build sustainable creative businesses.

From tackling mindset blocks around money to connecting with a supportive community, Christian explains why understanding your value and finding your tribe is key to thriving after service. He also shares insights from his book Profit First for Creatives and his podcast, "The Chris Project."

If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is a roadmap for turning passion into purpose.

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Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington: https://oscarmikeradio.com

Learn more about our Veteran: Christian Brim at Core Group: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO0QG2ygjLQz9TvEm_osyQ

Website: https://www.christianbrim.com/

What happens when veterans channel military skills into creative passion?

James Van Prooyen and Lechon Kirb share how creativity, personal branding, and community help veterans thrive after service. From heart-driven projects to protecting ideas, they reveal actionable insights for turning passion into purpose.

If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this Military Creator Con Conversation is full of guidance and inspiration.

Thank you to Guest Host: James Van Prooyen, Founder, Military Creator Con

Learn more about our Veteran:

Lechon Kirb: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/

Market Theory: https://markettheory.framer.website/

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Army veteran Jose Pila went from homelessness and addiction to building Warrior Dog Spirit, a whiskey brand honoring heroic service dogs and supporting veterans. Jose shares how military transition challenges, academia, and his service dog inspired a purpose-driven company that gives back to the veteran community.

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Learn more about our Guest: Jose Pila: https://warriordogspirit.com/