The Resilient Life

Being appointed by three U.S. Presidents and serving as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The art of stepping back and leaning into the talents of those around you. Why maintaining integrity and character is far more important than being perfect.

Gen. Joseph Dunford discusses leadership, his takeaways from 42 years of service in the Marine Corps, and why he has an enduring commitment to veterans.

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• Gen. Joseph Dunford Joins TMF Board of Directors

Fulfilling the dream of serving and retiring as a Marine. Coping with separation by withdrawing from the military community. Finding new purpose through an unexpected reality show win.

Marine veteran Kelly “Murph” Murphy, winner of CBS’ “Tough as Nails,” discusses the broken veteran myth, and his search for healing and identity after 20 years in the Marines.

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The life-and-death decisions that come with summiting Mt. Everest twice. Knowing when to push forward and when to turn back. Why setbacks should never be considered failures, on the mountain or in life.

Mountaineer and Adventure Coach Dr. Jon Kedrowski discusses what he’s learned after decades summiting the world’s highest peaks and what it means to live “being Everest ready.”

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• Support Sherpas, Porters, and Teahouse Owners in Need GoFundMe

The impact start-up capital can have on Black-owned small businesses. Actioning an idea versus having a hustle. Using the gift of entrepreneurship to create jobs and close the wealth gap. 

Kennan Beasley, CEO of Sunday II Sunday and Venture Noire, discusses the difference you can make when you infuse passion with individual strengths and what it means to serve outside of the military

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Learning what it means to honor the fallen working under former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. How having a military connection can shape who you are. Turning a single Tweet on Memorial Day 2020 into a national movement with Travis Manion Foundation.

Co-founder of The Honor Project Emily Domenech shares how a visit to Arlington National Cemetery set off an inspiring chain of events, and how this year, everyone will have a chance to actively participate in preserving the memory of our servicemen and women through TMF.  

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Earning legendary status after walking on to the Philadelphia Eagles in 1976. Getting played by Mark Wahlberg on the silver screen. The joys and pressures that come with competing.

Mr. Invincible and NFL Legend Vince Papale discusses finding greatness within yourself, the pressures of youth sports today, and the incredible odds he’s overcome in his life.

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The lasting effects of spending formative years in reality TV. Sharing the raw side of motherhood with thousands of people every day. Miscarriage, loss and the importance of having an outlet for grief.

Entrepreneur and former reality MTV star Whitney Port shares the ups and downs of making her challenges public, and how being open has impacted her pursuit of happiness.

 

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TMF President Ryan Manion sits down with Jason McCarthy, CEO of GORUCK, to discuss the necessity of finding a tribe and uniting with people in a meaningful way, and the consequences that have come from nixing in-person interactions. A Special Forces veteran, Jason shares why building a community has always taken a front seat over building a company, and what he considers “acceptable risk.”

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In a break from our usual cadence to address the events that occurred at the Capitol on January 6, political commentator Mary Katharine Ham has a candid discussion with TMF President Ryan Manion on First Amendment protections in the United States, social media and big tech, the role of the individual in creating a country he or she wants to see, and what it takes to put meaning behind the calls for unity.

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A family history that stretches from slavery to West Point. Media influence and the dangers of one-sided politics. Choosing to stand back up and try again after heartbreaking defeat.

Veteran and former Texas Congressional candidate Wesley Hunt discusses why he’s wired for service and the unique characteristics that make veterans prime candidates for office.

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