The Goode Show

After more than 20 years in the United States Air Force, Ramiro “V-Speed” Villalobos faced the same challenge many service members do — figuring out who you are when the military chapter ends.Following his experience with The Honor Foundation, Ramiro found a renewed sense of purpose through service to others. Now serving as Executive Director of the TACP Foundation, he works to support, honor, and empower the Tactical Air Control Party community and their families.We discuss the realities of transition, identity after service, and how organizations like the TACP Foundation are ensuring no warrior or family is left behind.This episode is for veterans, spouses, and anyone navigating life after the military.

Hormones… we blame them, laugh about them, and sometimes feel completely controlled by them—but what are they actually doing to our bodies?

In this episode, I sit down with Carol Bender from Joy Wellness to break it all down. From mood swings and low energy to sleep, weight, and everything in between, we’re talking about the real impact hormones have on our daily lives.

It’s honest, relatable, and a little bit eye-opening—because those “crazy” moments? There’s usually a reason behind them.

If you’ve ever felt off and couldn’t quite explain why… this one’s for you.

In this quick episode of The Goode Show, I’m bringing you a few conversations straight from Nick Lannon’s Nightly Debrief in Pacific Palisades — a room full of storytellers, veterans, and creatives who are making serious moves in the entertainment world.

I caught up with some incredible guests including:

⭐ Hilary Barraford — actor, producer, and passionate military advocate who continues to use her platform to support the veteran community.

⭐ David B. Meadows — Navy SEAL veteran whose journey from blowing things up to performing Shakespeare proves that the transition from warrior to artist can take some fascinating turns.

⭐ Eric Zaragoza — Marine Corps veteran turned assistant director, whose work has appeared on PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, Netflix, Amazon, and Fox Action Channel. His directorial debut Dead Space: Chase to Death even earned him a prestigious Vimeo award.

These are quick interviews, but powerful ones. Veterans stepping into creative industries, telling new stories, and continuing to serve in a completely different arena.

Give it a listen — and meet some truly fascinating people who are redefining what life after service can look like.

What happens when you turn a drive to Los Angeles into a podcast studio? 🚗🎙️

Kim and I hit record in the car and let the conversation flow somewhere between San Diego and the inevitable LA traffic. In this episode, we talk about the realities of military transition, share honest stories about childbirth, and reflect on the moments in life that shape us as military spouses and women navigating constant change.

It’s real, unfiltered conversation — a little laughter, a little reflection, and a reminder that some of the best talks happen when you’re simply on the road together.

Buckle up and join the ride.

Episode 80 takes us into the Man Cave with former Navy SEAL Marc Hansen — and this one goes way beyond a typical transition story.

For Marc, leaving the Teams wasn’t about walking away from purpose… it was about returning to something that had always been there. Music was in his soul long before the military, and after service he found himself back where he was meant to be — on stage.

Marc is the frontman of Electric Mud, an award-winning San Diego rock band made up of five members — Marc Hansen, Matt Hansen, Colton Cori, Matthew Sorena, and David Stagno — with three of them being U.S. Navy veterans who found each other through music.

The band originally formed in 2008 when Marc and his brother Matt started playing together in Staten Island, New York. Soon after, both joined the Navy and put their musical dreams on hold. Years later, while stationed in San Diego, they met fellow sailor Colton Cori and began jamming on their days off. What started as a creative outlet quickly reignited something bigger — and eventually the pull toward music became stronger than the pull to stay in uniform. With cousin Matthew Sorena joining and founding member David Stagno returning, Electric Mud was complete.

Blending an old-school rock feel with the sounds of the 60s and 70s, the band draws inspiration from legends like the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Otis Redding, Tom Petty, and Waylon Jennings. Known for strong hooks and a powerful live show, Electric Mud has built a reputation in San Diego’s music scene you don’t ignore.

In this conversation, Marc opens up about identity after service, rediscovering passion, and why transition isn’t just about finding a job — it’s about finding yourself again.

Listen, follow, and share — and if you’ve ever wondered what life after the Teams can really look like, this episode is for you.

https://www.electricmudofficial.com/band

We finally made it… Episode 80 is around the corner and we’re taking a breath (and a coffee) to sit down and talk about everything that’s been happening behind the scenes at The Goode Show.

In this episode we recap our trip to SAWS, where we were invited by GSOF to attend the annual symposium and industry conference for America’s Air Commandos. It was a packed few days — meeting incredible people, seeing the newest technology supporting Special Air Force operators, and learning a lot about the evolving Special Operations community.

We also share what we’ve been working on, what’s coming next for the podcast, and why Episode 80 is launching with a bang.

Next up: Veteran Navy SEAL, musician, and songwriter Marc Hansen joins us to talk about life after the Teams, his music, and finding purpose after service.

This episode is our honest catch-up — the show, the travel, the chaos, and what we’re building moving forward.

We want to hear from you:
What topics should we talk about? What conversations are you missing? Who should we bring on?

Follow the podcast and hit subscribe so you don’t miss Episode 80 — and share it with a military spouse, service member, or veteran who would enjoy the conversation.

Episode 78 – The Goode Show | Andrea Geraldi, Back At The Table

In this episode, I sit down with fellow military spouse Andrea Geraldi, founder of Back At The Table — a nutrition and family connection program built around a simple but powerful idea: getting families back around the dinner table and actually enjoying being together again (yes… conversations included, screens not invited).

Andrea has the education to back it up — a degree in Dietetics & Nutritional Science from the University of Vermont and a Master’s in Public Health focused on Maternal & Child Health from the University of Hawai’i — and she also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Nutrition at Southwestern College. But as she quickly admits, all the science in the world doesn’t always win against a child refusing dinner because they spotted one suspicious green fleck in a meatball.

Living in Coronado with her husband and three children, Andrea shares how her travels — from Taman Negara, Malaysia to the Tatras Mountains in Slovakia — shaped her understanding that healthy eating is not one-size-fits-all. Every family, every culture, every household rhythm is different, and the goal isn’t perfection… it’s connection.

We talk about real-life family nutrition in a way that finally makes sense:
• What “good” and “bad” fats actually mean (and why you probably don’t need to fear them)
• Simple, realistic sources of protein for busy families
• The real story with carbs — and why they’re not the enemy
• How to create healthy habits without turning dinner into a nightly battle
• Why family mealtime matters more than what’s on the plate

Andrea has also helped publish a cookbook through the Military Special Operations Family Collaborative and The Family Dinner Project, continuing her mission to make family meals approachable and low-pressure for parents.

Through Back At The Table, Andrea encourages families to unplug, laugh, and reconnect — because dinner isn’t really about the food… it’s about the people sitting across from you.

And in her house? The dinner table is where everyone is happiest… or at least that’s what she tells everyone.

On this episode of The Goode Show, I sit down with Joe Ramirez — U.S. Marine veteran and founder of the Military Veteran Entertainment Awards (MVA) in Los Angeles.

After transitioning out of the military, Joe recognized something most people overlook: there is an entire creative community inside the military. Veterans and service members are working in film, television, music, and production — writing, directing, editing, acting, and telling powerful stories — yet there was no dedicated platform acknowledging their work.

Instead of waiting for recognition to come, Joe created it.

The Military Veteran Entertainment Awards were built to honor military creatives both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, giving them visibility, community, and a renewed sense of purpose after service. In our conversation we talk about transition, identity beyond the uniform, and how storytelling helps veterans process their experiences and stay connected.

If you’ve ever wondered what comes after the mission… this episode is it.

Listen now, and if you want to watch the full conversation, head over to The Goode Show on YouTube and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.

In this episode, we sit down with Navy leader, real estate strategist, and military advocate Michael Nyland, whose career bridges service, leadership, and financial empowerment for the military community.

Originally from Traverse City, Michigan, Michael enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2000, rising to E6 before earning his commission through Officer Candidate School in 2010. His career includes multiple deployments, support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and back-to-back Western Pacific deployments with the USS Carl Vinson Strike Group. Today, he continues to serve on active duty as a Lieutenant Commander at Naval Special Warfare Command.

Beyond the uniform, Michael is deeply committed to helping service members and veterans build long-term wealth. He co-founded Compass Military Division , a real estate initiative focused on guiding military families through buying, selling, and investing in markets near major installations. He’s also the founder of Fortitude and serves as Director of Business Development with the Zinkil Group at Cornerstone First Mortgage.

We talk leadership, transition, deployments, and how military families can turn homeownership into a powerful wealth-building tool. If you’ve ever wondered how to make smart property moves while serving, this episode is packed with insight you don’t want to miss.

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🎙 On this episode of The Goode Show, I sit down with Sherri Painter — military spouse, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of BEAD (Birds Eye Aerial Drones). Sherri gives us an inside look at how she and her husband built a cutting-edge aerial drone business serving commercial real estate, construction, first responders, public safety, and more.

As a military spouse, Sherri understands how to balance business ownership, family life, deployments, and the ever-changing rhythm of military service. She shares the realities of building a company with your spouse — dividing roles, communicating effectively, and creating a structure that strengthens both the marriage and the mission.

✨ In this episode, we cover:

• The origin and mission behind Birds Eye Aerial Drones (BEAD)

• What it’s really like running a business with your husband — the wins and the challenges

• How military life shaped her resilience and leadership skills

• Managing time, family priorities, and personal identity as both a spouse and entrepreneur

• The future of drone technology and growing opportunities in the industry

Whether you’re a military spouse, entrepreneur, or dreaming of launching a business with your partner, Sherri’s journey is a powerful example of teamwork, vision, and perseverance.

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