The Warrior's Journey

In this special two-part interview, Kevin Weaver sits down with Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin (US Army, Ret.) for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation. In Part 1, they discuss the disconnect between the civilian and military world, the consequences of a lost sense of history, and the role church should play in today's society. 

LTG Boykin was one of the original members of the US Army's Delta Force. He was privileged to ultimately command these elite warriors in combat operations, and he later commanded all the Army's Green Berets as well as the Special Warfare Center and School.

In his thirty-six years in the army, LTG Boykin also served a tour with the CIA. He has participated in clandestine operations around the world and served his last four years in the Army as the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence. Today he is an ordained minister with a passion for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encouraging Christians to become Warriors in God's Kingdom.

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Once again, we're live at the National Chaplains Conference! This time around, Kevin Weaver sits down for a conversation with Ben Peterson, former US Army Chaplain Assistant and now Executive Director and Founder of Engage Your Destiny, a non-profit ministry for veterans and their families.

Ben spent 8 years in the Army, deploying to Iraq during the surge in 2008-09. His time in a Combat Aviation Brigade was challenged by fellow soldiers killed in action, suicide, and tragic civilian casualties.

In the beginning of 2016 he felt the call to start a mission to help veterans and their families heal from their experiences. Ben travels the country speaking in businesses, non-profits, churches, military installations and schools about his time in the military and the journey of coming home. After battling post traumatic stress, alcohol dependency and family issues, Ben turned to his faith, community, counseling and recreation to recover from the traumatic experiences of combat. The power of Ben’s story is his ability to bring authenticity and honesty while breaking down the of core principles of resiliency. He is an inspiring speaker who will greatly bless any audience of leaders, military, veterans and their families.

To find out more about Ben Peterson and Engage Your Destiny, visit https://engageyourdestiny.com.

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If the Creator of the universe is speaking, how can we not slow down to listen?

Judy McChrystal and Kevin Weaver continue their insightful discussion about what conversation with God truly looks like. Tune in as they draw from scripture and personal experiences to unpack what hearing God's voice in everyday life looks like, and discover how you can experience it for yourself!

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Communication is so much more than talking – it's listening, too!

In this episode, Kevin Weaver revisits a wide-ranging conversation with Judy McChrystal on the subject of prayer. Tune in as they draw from scripture and personal experiences to unpack what hearing God's voice in everyday life looks like, and discover how you can experience it for yourself.

Check out episodes 43 and 44 to hear the initial conversation between Kevin and Judy about communication with the Creator!

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"What's next?" That's the million dollar question for any warrior transitioning into civilian life.

In November 2018, Troy Malesky (U.S. Navy, Ret.) transitioned from life as an active duty Navy SEAL to life in the civilian world. In the second installment of this two-part interview, Troy shares more of the heart behind his apparel company, American Tribute Brand, and unpacks his struggles with isolation and identity in life after military service. Clinging to the support of his family and his faith, Troy's passion to give back to the veteran community has driven him into a new purpose, and his story is sure to be an inspiration to warriors at every stage of the journey.

To support veterans through Troy's apparel line, visit https://www.americantributebrand.com

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In November 2018, Troy Malesky (U.S. Navy, Ret.) transitioned from life as an active duty Navy SEAL to life in the civilian world. In this interview with The Warrior's Journey CEO, Kevin Weaver, Troy shares some of his experiences and insights gained over the course of nearly 9 years of active duty service, as well as some of the challenges that come with transitioning out of the military world. From the vital role his faith in God played during multiple combat deployments, to dealing with isolation and reintegration as a family man in the special forces community, to discovering a new mission in post-military life, Troy's story is sure to be an immense inspiration and encouragement to warriors at every stage of the journey.

To support veterans through Troy's apparel line, visit https://www.americantributebrand.com

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In this episode, Conrad Washington (U.S. Marine Corps, Ret.) joins the podcast! Beyond discussing his current work with Veterans Affairs and collaborative efforts with The Warrior's Journey, including eliminating veteran suicide, Conrad speaks to the immense value veterans bring to the table as they transition to civilian life.

Conrad serves as the Deputy Director with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiative (CFOI) within the Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs (OPIA). In this capacity, he provides collaborative strategic leadership to develop and cultivate partnerships with faith-based, non-profit, and community organizations. These partnerships assist to increase awareness of VA programs and services for veterans, their families, survivors, caregivers and other beneficiaries. He retired from the United States Marine Corps with 20 years of active duty service to include an infantry battalion combat tour in 2004 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Visit www.va.gov to discover all of the ways veterans and their families can find the support they need.

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Pilot, missionary, and cancer survivor, Rob Stone (US Air Force, Ret.), is back on the podcast!

This time around, The Warrior's Journey CEO, Kevin Weaver, invites Rob to share some highlights from his new book, Your Dad Loves You: Life Conversations with a Dying Dad, a personal love letter to his own children as he faced near-certain death with terminal cancer. This powerful testimony serves as a sobering reminder that nothing in this life promised – every breath is a gift, and no moment can be taken for granted. With this perspective in mind, we can truly live a life of significance and meaning, not simply chasing after rank or status, but striving to become people of character, purpose, and love.

To hear more of Rob's incredible story and profound insights, check out episodes 45 and 46 of the podcast, and be sure to pick up a copy of his new book.

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"Success at the expense of faith and family is really failure."

Best-selling author and popular motivational speaker, Byrd Baggett, is back! This time around, Byrd shares the raw reality of dealing with addiction and heartbreak in the lives of his own children, unpacking some powerful leadership nuggets and wisdom along the way, full of grace and truth.

In addition to helping organizations develop authentic leaders and passionately engaged teams since 1990, Byrd works alongside LTG Lawson Magruder (US Army, Ret.) as a member of LWM III Consulting, LLC and is the creator of the True Growth® brand. Byrd is the author of 15 best-selling books on the topics of sales, customer service, leadership and motivation, and is also a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), the highest earned designation presented by the National Speakers Association.

Visit www.truegrowthleadership.com for more from Byrd Baggett.

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There's a difference between the pursuit of excellence and pursuit of perfection – and the endless pursuit of the latter can be costly.

In this episode, The Warrior's Journey CEO, Kevin Weaver, sits down with best-selling author and popular motivational speaker, Byrd Baggett, to learn from his life experiences. In addition to helping organizations develop authentic leaders and passionately engaged teams since 1990, Byrd works alongside LTG Lawson Magruder (US Army, Ret.) as a member of LWM III Consulting, LLC and is the creator of the True Growth® brand. Byrd is the author of 15 best-selling books on the topics of sales, customer service, leadership and motivation, and is also a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), the highest earned designation presented by the National Speakers Association.

Listen in as Byrd shares some of the greatest challenges life has thrown at him, how they've both taught and humbled him, and led him to his ultimate purpose: to live a life that inspires hope in others.

Visit www.truegrowthleadership.com for more from Byrd Baggett.

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