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True strength isn’t pretending you have it all together. Ray “Cash” Care explains why vulnerability builds trust, strengthens teams, and creates leaders people actually want to follow.

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Ray Cash Care shares leadership lessons, vulnerability, and life reflections.

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Passing the Torch podcast: Navy SEAL Ray Cash Care shares leadership, mindset, vulnerability, and success stories with host Martin Foster. Listen now!

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

In this episode, Ray opens up about:

• The pivotal experiences that shaped his leadership and mindset
• Why kindness and vulnerability are strengths, not weaknesses
• How he balances faith, family, fitness, and giving back
• Lessons from the SEAL teams, CIA, and life as an entrepreneur
• The importance of betting on yourself and building your own future
• Stories about renowned mentors like Tim Grover and Bedros Keuilian

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Chapters:

00:00 Funny Intro

03:46 Why life is great right now

08:58 Everything Works Itself Out

11:10 Stage Shirt Story

20:15 Belief, Process, and Results

21:09 Creating a Masterpiece Every Day

22:47 How Vulnerability Equals Strength

26:21 Overcoming Addictions Through Push-Ups

28:09 Ray’s Childhood and his Dad (Sons being reflections of their father)

32:53 Self-Reflection and Accountability

37:49 Ethical Wealth Through Leadership

46:17 Finding Purpose Beyond the Roof

52:27 Tribute to a Generous Soul

57:19 Billboard Message

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Meet Edgar Jones. He is a seven-year NFL Veteran, Professional Speaker, John Maxwell Certified Coach, and Author.  

Edgar helps high performers apply championship-level strategies to lead more effectively without burning out. 

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Edgar Jones discusses growth, vulnerability, resilience, and healthy masculinity.

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Passing The Torch podcast: Martin Foster interviews Edgar Jones on lessons in growth, transition, healthy masculinity, and the power of asking the right questions.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

•  Healthy masculinity and regulating emotions
• The impact of asking better questions in personal and professional growth
• Lessons learned from NFL experiences, addiction recovery, and mentorship
• The power of writing letters to your younger self
• The role of faith in navigating adversity
• A fun "Name Game" highlighting positive influences and leadership
• Actionable takeaways for building resilience and serving your community

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Chapters:

00:00 Connections and Friendships

07:43 Permission Before Pouring Insights

11:46 Curiosity Fuels Growth

20:12 Rumble Strips: Guidance and Accountability

25:41 Journey of Self-Discovery

30:16 Seeking Validation: The Red Dot

35:46 Edgar's Letter to Younger Self

42:05 Tragedy, Pain, and Coping

45:03 Checking In on High Achievers

50:55 "64: The Underdog Story"

54:55 Effort That Changed Everything

01:02:12 The Importance of Connection

01:04:53 Professional Speaker and Executive Coach

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Meet Austen Alexander, a Navy veteran turned entrepreneur and fitness influencer. 

In this episode, we discuss Austen's unique approach to fitness, his journey to YouTube success, and the importance of gratitude and self-belief. 

Austen shares insights on overcoming self-doubt, the significance of authenticity in content creation, and his commitment to inspiring the next generation. 

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Austen Alexander shares wisdom on confidence, fitness, entrepreneurship.

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Navy Veteran Austen Alexander talks fitness, entrepreneurship, and overcoming self-doubt.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

• YouTube journey
• Lessons learned from military life and overcoming fear
• Story behind the unique spelling of “Austen”
• Life-changing perspective shifts and personal development moments
• Building Battle Bunker, leading Hybricon Games, and scaling businesses
• Impact of raw, authentic content
• Advice for anyone struggling with self-doubt or anxious
• Shoutouts to influential leaders and friends from his military journey
• Lighter moments, fun stories, and rapid-fire questions

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro 

2:30 Why life is great right now 

6:45 Spelling Austen with an “E” and what Google says about it 

8:37 What inspired Austen to mentor high school students

10:25 Message to 14-year old self and for people who do not value themselves

12:25 Self-imposed limits during Navy Career and YouTube Journey

14:28 Go-To mindset when experiencing self-doubt and pivotal life moment

18:48 On his content having INVISIBLE POSITIVE IMPACT

21:16 Reflections on his first trip home to Alabama after leaving the Navy

23:49 Striking balance between authenticity and creating engaging content 

26:14 Advice to people afraid of being their authentic selves

28:45 Excitement about upcoming 2026 projects

31:26 Movie Image depicting leadership that comes to mind

33:09 Navy Leader that had the most impact on Austen 

35:41 Which Veteran Austen would team up with on The Amazing Race 

37:08 Name Game and Admiral Acorn 

43:05 Billboard 

44:15 Wisdom for future guests 

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In a world where change is the only constant, Jessica Meuse's journey from a civilian to an officer in the Coast Guard serves as an inspiring reminder of the power of resilience and authenticity. In a recent podcast episode, she shares her experiences, challenges, and the surprising joys of military life, all while maintaining her unique sense of humor and passion for music.

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Jessica Meuse shares military journey, music, friendships, and future plans.

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Jessica Meuse returns for her second episode of Passing The Torch! Hear her Coast Guard journey, life changes, music, gaming, and inspiring advice.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

• Reflections on the importance of leaving your hometown
• The oddities of military humor and finding “your people”
• Making new friendships that truly matter, especially during tough times
• Her musical roots, plans for new music, and even a potential Coast Guard project!
• Fun personal questions: Which movie character would she write a crush letter to? Which TV world would she join?
• Wisdom on empathy, unity, and leaving a positive mark

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Chapters:

00:00 Balancing Coast Guard and Passion

03:41 Life Challenges in Juneau

07:24 Adjusting After OCS Mentality

12:06 Seeking Change and Inspiration

15:06 Pursuing Goals Through Education

18:08 Unexpected Encounter on Journey

21:35 Impacting One Life Is Enough

24:54 Unity Over Division

28:41 Impactful Lyrics and Connection

30:06 Studio Setup and Music Plans

33:08 Grateful for Your Kindness

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Tessa Robinson is seasoned communicator and storyteller with a rich background in public service and the military community joins Martin Foster on Passing The Torch. 

They discuss the importance of storytelling, the challenges of navigating bureaucracy, and Tessa's leadership philosophy shaped by her experiences. 

Tessa shares personal anecdotes about her family life, her work with military spouses, and the impact of community connections. 

The conversation also touches on her series, The Deployment Diary, which offers a candid look at military family life, and concludes with reflections on legacy and the joy of living authentically.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Tessa Robinson shares leadership, storytelling, and resilience from remarkable experiences.

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Join Martin Foster as he interviews Tessa Robinson, award-winning author and storyteller, about leadership, authentic storytelling, and impactful mentorship.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

• Everyone has a story, and the most important stories are often the ones that aren’t being told.
• Leadership means seeing—and appreciating—the people who keep things moving forward, whether they’re in the spotlight or behind the scenes.
• Vulnerability, authenticity, and mentorship are powerful gifts: give them and seek them.

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Chapters:

00:00 Dancing, Stress, and Super Bowl

04:25 Storytelling Through Animated Design

10:21 Leadership's Most Important Question

13:02 Burnout, Transition, and Gratitude

14:43 Passion for Supporting Military Spouses

18:57 Storytelling's Power in Leadership

21:49 Embracing Imperfection and Authenticity

25:43 Surround Yourself with Inspiring People

30:59 The Power of Mentorship

32:08 Support Through Life Transitions

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Martin Foster hosts a candid conversation with Katherine Torres-Pummill, the dynamic General Manager of Recurrent’s Military Vertical. Katherine shares her journey from growing up in New York City as a first-generation American to leading some of the most influential military-focused media brands—including Task and Purpose, The War Zone, and We Are the Mighty.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Katherine Torres-Pummill shares leadership lessons, military community insights, and inspiration.

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Passing The Torch podcast: Katherine Torres-Pummill shares leadership lessons, military family insights, and her journey in media and public service.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:

• Katherine’s career path and leadership insights
• Raising a thriving teenager and military family life
• Navigating professional setbacks and comebacks
• Building authentic media brands in the military space
• Advice for anyone wanting to be seen with fresh eyes
• Fun questions about favorite TV shows, travel, and celebrity crushes
• Reflections on September 11th and the meaning of purposeful work
• Giving and receiving mentorship, and the importance of community

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Kathy's Torchbearer Challenge:

How has your definition of leadership changed since starting your journey? 

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Chapters:

01:25 Why life is great right now

06:29 Leadership: Team and Community

10:06 Empowering Military Spouse Community

11:10 Make People Care

18:25 9/11 Story: Purpose Amid Chaos

34:22 Emulating Her Authentic Style

37:38 Magnetic and Unaware Presence

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In this episode of Passing the Torch, Martin Foster interviews Vanity Cross-Williams, an active duty military member and development advisor for the United States Air Force. 

They discuss themes of kindness, leadership, personal growth, and the importance of community. Vanity shares her experiences from deployment, her journey in the military, and her recent involvement in the SheLeads P3 Summit, emphasizing the significance of empowerment and self-care. 

The conversation also touches on her upbringing in Compton, California, and how it shaped her resilience and understanding of human behavior through her studies in psychology. 

The episode concludes with reflections on leadership, the power of asking, and a unique vision for legacy.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Vanity Cross-Williams shares growth, resilience, and inspiration from Compton.

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Martin Foster and Vanity Cross-Williams discuss military life, resilience, leadership, and positivity on Passing The Torch.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key Themes you won't want to miss:

• Military service, leadership, and legacy
• The importance of genuine positivity and resilience
• Growing up in Compton and community influence
• Personal growth through hardship and self-reflection
• Empowering others, especially women, in professional spaces
• The value of asking for opportunities and embracing fearlessness
• Human connection through vulnerability and authenticity

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

03:27 Kindness Takes Root

08:11 Staying Positive Amid Challenges

10:49 How Cheesecake Factory Saves the Day

16:25 The Cost of Giving Everything

22:01 Casino Night Memory

23:58 Finding Structure Through Change

29:34 Strength and Positivity Shine

32:02 People Rarely Start Maliciously

36:36 Guest Speaker's Dedication

40:52 Truthful Sounding Board

43:48 Most Unique Podcast Response

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In this episode of Passing the Torch, host Martin Foster engages with Jennifer Ballou, an accomplished leader and yoga therapist, discussing her journey through life coaching, the importance of resilience, and her work with the Global War on Terrorism Memorial. 

They explore themes of personal growth, the significance of storytelling through memorials, and the impact of kindness and support in one's life.

Jennifer shares insights from her experiences, emphasizing the need for self-care and the value of relationships in navigating life's challenges.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Resilience, personal growth, yoga, life transitions, healing, leadership, kindness.

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Army veteran and resilience leader Jennifer Ballou shares lessons on leadership, healing, and well-being in this inspiring Passing The Torch podcast episode.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights you won't want to miss:

• Resilience in Action: Jennifer’s story is all about overcoming setbacks—like literally falling off a treadmill and breaking her foot, yet still showing up and focusing on what she can do. As she says, “I decided to focus on what I could do versus what I couldn’t do.”
• The Journey to Yoga Therapy: Jennifer opens up about her journey becoming a certified yoga therapist, how yoga transcends mat work, and why it's a powerful leadership tool for returning to yourself and living intentionally.
• Writing Her Book: Jennifer’s upcoming memoir, co-authored with Tom Sileo, explores her service, her family’s journey, and the practical life lessons she’s gained and shared as a life coach.
• Coaching Insights: She emphasizes that everyone’s story is unique. Her top tip as a coach? “What works for one person doesn’t work for another… it’s about what you want to work on. And removing any judgment—isn’t always easy, but it’s critical.”
• Vulnerability & Reflection: From impostor syndrome to learning to love unapologetically and embracing the need for self-care (“You can’t pour from an empty cup!”), Jennifer models honesty and courage.
• The Global War on Terrorism Memorial: As Chief of Staff and Design Advisory Council Co-Chair, Jennifer shares inspiring updates on the project and why honoring, healing, empowering, and uniting are at the heart of everything they do.

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Chapters:

00:00 Apology for Conference Photos

05:03 How I Co-Wrote a Book

08:43 Embracing Feelings in Military Life

13:30 Passion-Driven Career Exploration

19:48 "Prioritize Self-Care Importance

21:51 4AM Uber Connection

24:14 Building Connections Through Cohorts

27:32 Time-Travel Encouragement Message

32:09 Memorials' Healing Power

37:59 Yoga: Mindful Self-Care

42:43 Never Give Up

46:45 Relationships: The Currency of Life

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In this episode of Passing the Torch, host Martin Foster engages in a heartfelt conversation with Maurice P. Kerry, a Marine Veteran and actor. 

They discuss Maurice's journey from military service to overcoming homelessness, the challenges of being a single father, and the importance of vulnerability and resilience. 

Maurice shares insights from his life experiences, including his time in Iraq, the impact of his upbringing, and the lessons he imparts to his children. 

The conversation also touches on the influence of significant figures in their lives and the aspirations they hold for the future.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Marine veteran Maurice P. Kerry shares resilience, artistry, and personal transformation.

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Actor and Marine Veteran Maurice P. Kerry shares his journey of resilience, fatherhood, and artistry on Passing The Torch with host Martin Foster.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights you won't want to miss:

• Nutri Masculinity: Maurice challenges the toxic masculinity narrative. He defines nutri masculinity as the opposite: a manhood that nourishes, builds, and uplifts—“everything opposite of what people are saying toxic is now.”
• Invisible Impact: Maurice’s time as the only welder across military bases in Iraq made an impact he didn’t realize until nearly 20 years later, when a fellow Marine messaged him to say, “You saved our lives.”
• Facing the Mirror: Maurice shares his method for ongoing self-improvement—asking ‘why’ and looking inward to confront personal shortcomings, habits, and patterns.
• Childhood Lessons: If he could send a message to his ten-year-old self, it would be, “It’s going to be okay.” Maurice opens up about growing up with a single mother, finding his path, and now striving to be the kind of dad his children deserve.
• Legacy and Leadership: Maurice reveals how his internal drive, childhood experiences, and even his fear of being forgotten shape his approach to acting, relationships, and fatherhood.

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Chapters:

00:00 "Resilience: Life's Hardest Hits"

04:20 "Nutric Masculinity Explained"

07:26 "War, Welding, and Fairness"

11:06 "Building Life-Saving Humvee Armor"

15:08 Marine Boot Camp Toughness

18:16 "Self-Reflection Through 'Why'"

25:46 Legacy of Unwanted Beginnings

29:07 "Striving To Be A Good Dad"

32:58 "Reflecting on Discipline Practices"

35:43 "Tribute to My Uncle"

40:36 "Rocky Universe Memorabilia Wish"

43:51 "You Can, If I Can"

48:09 "Connect with Maurice P.K. Kerry"

49:41 Career Highlights and Upcoming Projects

51:56 "Interview This Guy"

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In this episode, Martin Foster interviews Robert Hamilton Owens, a multifaceted individual known for his resilience and mental toughness.

They discuss the importance of confidence, the impact of others on self-perception, and the significance of mindset in overcoming adversity. 

Robert shares personal stories of his journey, including his experiences in the military, coaching, and the lessons learned from life's hardships. 

The conversation emphasizes the value of self-worth, the role of suffering in personal growth, and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences. 

Robert's insights provide a roadmap for listeners seeking to navigate their own challenges and pursue their dreams with determination and resilience.

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Quick Episode Summary:

Overcoming adversity, mental toughness, and lifelong growth with Robert Hamilton Owens.

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Passing The Torch podcast featuring Robert Hamilton Owens: Insightful stories on resilience, mindset, overcoming adversity, and achieving success at any age.

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🌟 Torch Takeaways:

• Confidence is built through experiences and achievements.
• Life is great when you can help and encourage others.
• Transitioning from military to civilian life requires planning and passion.
• Surrounding yourself with positive influences is crucial for growth.
• Self-worth evolves through different life stages and experiences.
• Mindset training is essential for endurance and resilience.
• Suffering can lead to personal growth and character development.
• Consistency in effort leads to long-term success.
• Life's hardships can be overcome with the right mindset.
• You can achieve more than you think if you believe in yourself.

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Chapters:

00:00 "Veteran Transition Advice"

05:34 "Black Ops: Ric Prado Stories"

09:19 "Overcoming Trauma and Expectations"

10:31 "From Rescue to Redemption"

15:15 Journey to Wholeness

18:10 "Life Changes Through Decades"

21:16 "Mindset Shapes Your Life"

24:43 "Think Big, Have Fun"

28:14 Mind Gym Training for Resilience

31:50 Growth Through Suffering Journey

35:49 "Every Moment Is a Lesson"

40:09 "Keep Learning to Progress"

43:12 "Overcoming Life's Deal Breakers"

46:17 "Don't Foul Out in Life"

48:32 Tom Brady's Enduring Legacy

53:55 Endurance Coach and Life Mentor

55:08 Podcast Reflection and Feedback

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