Battling for 5 years to bring an Afghan ally to America. Playing a first-hand role in a harrowing escape from the Taliban. Knowing when to put your rank on the table for another person.

USMC Maj. Tom Schueman details his journey of loyalty to Afghan interpreter Zak, the newly released book he co-authored with him, and why it’s critical to capture lessons learned from the Afghanistan withdrawal so they won’t be repeated.

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Leading his team to a 2022 NCAA Lacrosse Championship. Adopting a windshield mentality of always looking ahead. Why handling success can be harder than handling failure.

University of Maryland Coach John Tillman shares his experiences at the helm of the “best lacrosse team in history” and how he pays tribute to former players like Lt. (SEAL) Brendan Looney who have given the ultimate sacrifice. 

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Applying 35 years of military experience to the country’s largest Veteran Service Organization. The long-term responsibility we have to help warriors heal. Why veterans are civic assets.

Wounded Warrior Project CEO Lt. Gen. Mike Linnington discusses how military leadership translates to nonprofit leadership, the importance of having good people, and the tremendous impact VSOs can have when they work together.

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From Navy SEAL sniper to #1 NYTs best-selling author. How social media and cancel culture threaten the First Amendment. Making it a mission to pass down the meaning of service.

The Terminal List author Jack Carr discusses his new book, why he always knew Chris Pratt was the guy, and why people everywhere need to stop tweeting and start reading.

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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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Lessons learned from near starvation in the Alaskan wilderness. The evolutionary discomfort of boredom and why we should embrace it. The benefits of dancing on the edge of failure.

Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis, discusses the physiological impact of spending 12 hours a day on digital media and why experiencing discomfort is critical to living more fully.  

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Two Super Bowl wins with the New England Patriots. Racing to duty between practices with Tom Brady. Walking the tightrope of leaving it on the gridiron and serving as Navy Reservist. 

NFL Longsnapper Joe Cardona discusses what it was like to see teammates kneeling for the flag his rookie year and the responsibility he carries as a service member playing in the NFL.

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The scientific link between mental health and the outdoors. Exercise and social interaction as proactive approaches to well-being. The intentionally low barrier of entry to rucking.

GORUCK founder and CEO Jason McCarthy joins for a special discussion on why he’s passionate about uniting people through fitness, the hardest ruck he’s ever done, and news about the upcoming Sandlot Fitness Festival in Jacksonville, FL.

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Spending three years in a hospital after jumping on a grenade to save another Marine’s life. Receiving the Medal of Honor in 2014. The beautiful burden of serving and sacrificing that service members carry.

Retired Marine Kyle Carpenter discusses his incredible journey of healing, the upside of facing adversity, and why gratitude is a central part of his everyday life.

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How the pandemic mindset creates an atrophy of resilience. The reward that comes with having a daily reckoning with fear. Brittany Spears, media censorship and when “protecting others” goes too far.

Political commentator Mary Katharine Ham joins for a special discussion on the relationship between safety and resilience, and what happens when people live without risk.

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