In this episode, Ryan Manion welcomes Gold Star spouse Ashley Southard, who opens up about the experience of losing her husband, Sgt. Andrew Southard, in service and the complex road that followed. With raw vulnerability, Ashley talks about the early fog and pain of grief, the turning points that helped her reclaim her identity, and how she learned to make space for joy again. Ashley's story is one of courage, compassion, and the everyday choices that allow us to honor the past while embracing the life still ahead. 

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Retired Navy SEAL Mike Hayes joins Ryan Manion for an inspiring conversation about what it really means to live a mission-driven life. Drawing from his new book, Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose, Mike shares hard-earned lessons on navigating life’s transitions, leading with character, and finding fulfillment through service to others. Together, Ryan and Mike explore the nuance between passion and mission, and how resilience, humility, and patriotism can guide us toward the impact we’re meant to make. 

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Ryan Manion welcomes Marine veteran, fighter pilot, and leadership instructor Dave Berke to explore what true leadership looks like in everyday life. Dave reflects on lessons from his time in combat, his experience training at TOPGUN, and how those moments shaped the leadership principles he now teaches through Echelon Front. He also dives into his new book, The Need to Lead, which offers a compelling roadmap for anyone ready to step up and lead with actionable wisdom.

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On this 9/11 anniversary episode of The Resilient Life, host Ryan Manion sits down with former FDNY firefighter Tim Sullivan, who served on the frontlines during the September 11th attacks. Tim recounts the harrowing realities of that day, the resilience required in the months and years that followed, and the challenges of healing while carrying the weight of loss.

In 2006, Tim had the opportunity to meet Ryan’s brother, 1stLt Travis Manion, USMC, when Travis visited Sullivan’s firehouse in New York City. Just one year later, Travis was killed in Iraq while protecting his fellow Marines. Tim reflects on that connection and how the legacies of Travis and the many heroes of 9/11 continue to inspire him today.

This conversation is a moving reminder of the sacrifices made on 9/11 and the enduring strength of our first responders and veterans.

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In this moving episode of The Resilient Life, host Ryan Manion sits down with Brielle Persun, a young widow navigating life after the sudden loss of her husband, Tyler, earlier this year. With raw honesty and courage, Brielle shares her journey through grief, the challenges of raising her son in the wake of tragedy, and the ways she is discovering resilience in the hardest season of her life.

She opens up about the loneliness of grief, why she chose to speak out and become a voice for other young widows, and the strength she draws from her son and community. Brielle’s story is one of heartbreak—but also of hope. It’s a reminder that even in life’s darkest moments, resilience can light the way forward.

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On August 26, 2021, a suicide bombing at Abbey Gate during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan claimed the lives of 13 American service members and 170 Afghan civilians. Marine Sergeant Tyler Vargas-Andrews survived that day, though with life-changing injuries, and has since carried the stories of those who were lost.

In this moving episode of The Resilient Life, Ryan Manion is joined by Tyler as well as Zachary Bell—best known as Veteran With a Sign—for a conversation about service, sacrifice, and healing. Tyler shares candidly about his survival, the weight of grief, and how he continues to find purpose in honoring his brothers and sisters in arms.

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In this powerful episode of The Resilient Life, Ryan Manion sits down with retired Marine and Fox News contributor Johnny Joey Jones for an honest, moving conversation about purpose, perspective, and the people who inspire him most. From his combat experience and recovery journey to his latest book Behind the Badge, Joey shares why telling the stories of others is just as important as sharing his own. With heart, humor, and unshakable grit, this episode is a reminder that true resilience is found not just in what we overcome—but in how we lift others along the way.

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In this episode, Ryan sits down with Christian Schauf, the founder of Uncharted Supply Co., a company built to help people navigate emergencies and embrace the unexpected with confidence. He’s an entrepreneur, adventurer, and musician who once toured the globe bringing smiles to the faces of our troops through morale-boosting performances in some of the world’s most dangerous places.

Christian shares what led him from concert stages in Iraq and Afghanistan to designing gear that could save lives in a snowstorm or blackout. Find out which life skills really matter, how resilience shows up in preparation, and why helping others is at the heart of everything he does.

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In this powerful Memorial Day episode, Ryan Manion sits down with Sarah Ross Geisen, Gold Star sister of Captain Andrew Ross. Ryan and Sarah share their deeply personal stories of loss, resilience, and remembrance. As Gold Star siblings to fallen service members, they offer a moving perspective on what Memorial Day truly means beyond the barbecues and long weekends. Reflecting on both Travis Manion and Drew Ross' legacies, Ryan and Sarah reveal how each of us can honor the true meaning of sacrifice.

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Charlotte North isn’t just a lacrosse player—she’s a force of nature. A two-time Tewaaraton Award winner, a national champion, and one of the most electrifying players the sport has ever seen, Charlotte has redefined what’s possible on the field with her record-breaking shots and unmatched intensity. But off the field, she’s just as impressive—an advocate, a mentor, and a role model for young athletes everywhere. 

In this episode, Ryan dives into Charlotte’s journey from picking up a stick for the first time to becoming a household name in lacrosse. Charlotte talks about pressure, perseverance, the power of leadership, and what drives her to keep raising the bar—not just for herself, but for the next generation of players. So whether you’re a fan of the sport or just love a good story about grit and greatness, this one’s for you. 

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