Corey talks with Chief Ray Usry of the Pattonville Fire Protection District of St. Louis, MO
\n\nUsry joined the Fire Dept. because he wanted to help and serve people. Talks about going to a Pondarosa Steak House after church and seeing a restaurant fire on St. Charles Rock Road. Firefighters and volunteers made a huge impression upon him.
\n\nLater, he talked to other firefighters about why they did what they did. He thought fire engines and firefighters were exciting. He started as a volunteer fireman.
\n\nMore bio information here: https://www.pattonvillefd.com/command-staff-full
\n\nThen, they talk about the Fire Departments Community involvement. Santa Claus event is their biggest and best received. Santa Claus visiting neighborhoods in their district began at the kitchen table of the fire house dating back to the early 1970’s.
\n\nHow community involvement helps them better serve their community because they know their customers. They stay aware of their surroundings and the specific needs for the people they serve.
\n\nNow, their community service has changed. They look for ways to serve beyond putting the fire out whether it sheltering their pets while fire victims are in the hospital or taking a victim’s luggage to the fire house and holding it until they get released from the hospital.. They believe in treating fire victims as family.
\n\nA firefighter’s version of PTSD and while riding through neighborhoods and remembering fires and how those emergencies ended.
\n\nThey then talk about the behind-the-scenes at the firehouse. They take care one another and sometimes they interject some strange humor to relieve the stress of the job.
\n\nThe lore of firehouse food and why their reputation for fixing outstanding meals is so prevalent. It’s family, he explains, so there are family style meals all mostly homemade. Chili seems to be one thing they’re know for, although younger firefighters have introduced lighter, less heavy meals.
\n\nOne thing he passed along to younger fire fighters is that the job is very communal. All for one and one for all. If there is an event they are involved in, they are all involved and expected to show up.
\n\nThe Chief then talks about why being a firefighter is a great job because every day presents a different set of challenges.
\n\nPattonville was one of the first districts in the St. Louis area to offer water rescue services.
\n\nHeavy rescue is another area they are involved with like disaster rescues like tornado and flood responses.
\n\nPattonville has a wide array of support services they can offer above and beyond putting out fires and responding to emergencies.
\n\nThey talk about not letting policy or geographic boundaries get in the way of providing services.
\n\nHow they get kittens and cats out of trees…open a can of cat food and place it bottom of the tree and eventually they come down to eat. Animal rescue happens more than one thinks, and they do not diminish its importance.
\n\nUsry sees policy boundaries diminishing over time to get the patient or victim the services it needs faster.
","summary":"Corey talks with Chief Ray Usry of the Pattonville Fire Protection District of St. Louis, MO.","date_published":"2023-07-19T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/04803870-1c27-4fcb-866f-af595f73ab45.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25070871,"duration_in_seconds":1565}]},{"id":"659d7bbd-3015-4234-9883-a57a6ee0e552","title":"Nation of Heroes Episode 5","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/20","content_text":"Wayne talks to Corey about graduating from Pattonville High School in 1968 and joined the military and ended up in Vietnam in 1969. Became a Sargent. He was discharged in 1971 and went to work for his brother Ralph at his remodeling company. Ralph was involved in a lot of charitable work particularly working with veterans and their families.\n\nRalph dies in 1990 and people asked Wayne if he might take over his brother’s charitable work?\n\nHe started the Kaufman Fund by first by having a golf tournament with 10% of the proceeds going into charitable funding to honor his brother, Ralph. The annual golf tournament grew to be their biggest fund raiser.\n\nAfter helping various charitable nonprofits, he decided to form a 501c3 nonprofit around 2013. His goals with the nonprofit was to help veterans who slipped through the cracks of the Veterans Administration medical and dental care. So, the Kaufman Fund formed affiliations with various local dental schools to get veterans’ dental care.\n\nHe's shocked at the number of women involved in the military today versus when he joined in 1968 or even since he got out of the Army in 1971.\n\nWayne talked about how much he appreciates the friendships he developed in the military….sometimes wishes he would have stayed in for 17-more years for the retirement benefits.\n\nHe then talks about what he’d like to see happen with the VA besides the dental care, the Kaufman Fund also developed relationships with over 50-area lawyers to provide free legal help for veterans. Every December, the Fund gives away 300 free Christmas trees to veterans’ families who register on line at www.thekaufmanfund.org.\n\nWayne goes on to explain that the Kaufman Fund for 30-years is comprised of all volunteers who work out of their homes. Full volunteer organization which allows them to devote $.90(cents) of every dollar donated.\n\nThe Kaufman Fund is also partnered up with the VA for mental health services for Vets. Every other month they a giveaway enough groceries for 7-to-10 days for a family of four via their “Food for Vets” program to needy Veterans families upwards of 400 people donated through Operation Food Search.\n\nFood disparity for veterans is a big issue due to inflation and higher food costs. They receive calls daily for rent money, electric bills, etc. They work by giving grant money designated to veterans through other organizations. They are not set up to give out money directly to veterans, so they work through existing organizations via grants to those organizations.\n\nKF is affiliated with 8-agencies for free mental health services for veterans and their families picking up where the VA leaves off.\n\nEvery November the KFund gives away hats, coats, and socks via St. Patrick’s Center for veterans and their families. It’s all new clothing. There are approximately 40,000 veterans in the U.S. that are homeless and 22 veterans a day committing suicide.\n\nWhat advice would Wayne give to new organizations starting out? First, you need a lot of passion for service. 1) need volunteers-they have hundreds. 2)you got to raise money to run the free programs for veterans. Any surplus they have after funding their own programs they donate to other veterans’-help organizations. The KFund is like the United Way for Veterans in the St. Louis area.\n\nWayne then talks about their future goals for the organization. They are looking to bring young people into their organization. Almost all such veterans’ clubs and organizations are ageing out. So, they are working on recruiting younger volunteers. The problems are indicative of how to reach younger people, young couples, where both the wife and husbands work. Plus, the desire to socialize isn’t there with the young people because of technology.\n\nWayne talks about #1 goal is to get the Kaufman Fund name out there to help more veterans. The VA calls the KFund for help. Veterans can navigate through the website, thekaufamnfund.org to volunteer, donate or for social services.\n\nThe Kaufman Fund, a 501 (c)3 non-profit supports St Louis area Veterans and children who are at risk of abuse or poverty, needing food, shelter, clothing, medical care and basic needs. Since 1990, we have helped raise and distribute over $2 million.\n\nAddress:\nThe Kaufman Fund 9506 Olive Blvd Suite #250 Olivette, Mo 63132\nPhone: (314) 202-2164\nEmail: info@thekaufmanfund.org","content_html":"Wayne talks to Corey about graduating from Pattonville High School in 1968 and joined the military and ended up in Vietnam in 1969. Became a Sargent. He was discharged in 1971 and went to work for his brother Ralph at his remodeling company. Ralph was involved in a lot of charitable work particularly working with veterans and their families.
\n\nRalph dies in 1990 and people asked Wayne if he might take over his brother’s charitable work?
\n\nHe started the Kaufman Fund by first by having a golf tournament with 10% of the proceeds going into charitable funding to honor his brother, Ralph. The annual golf tournament grew to be their biggest fund raiser.
\n\nAfter helping various charitable nonprofits, he decided to form a 501c3 nonprofit around 2013. His goals with the nonprofit was to help veterans who slipped through the cracks of the Veterans Administration medical and dental care. So, the Kaufman Fund formed affiliations with various local dental schools to get veterans’ dental care.
\n\nHe's shocked at the number of women involved in the military today versus when he joined in 1968 or even since he got out of the Army in 1971.
\n\nWayne talked about how much he appreciates the friendships he developed in the military….sometimes wishes he would have stayed in for 17-more years for the retirement benefits.
\n\nHe then talks about what he’d like to see happen with the VA besides the dental care, the Kaufman Fund also developed relationships with over 50-area lawyers to provide free legal help for veterans. Every December, the Fund gives away 300 free Christmas trees to veterans’ families who register on line at www.thekaufmanfund.org.
\n\nWayne goes on to explain that the Kaufman Fund for 30-years is comprised of all volunteers who work out of their homes. Full volunteer organization which allows them to devote $.90(cents) of every dollar donated.
\n\nThe Kaufman Fund is also partnered up with the VA for mental health services for Vets. Every other month they a giveaway enough groceries for 7-to-10 days for a family of four via their “Food for Vets” program to needy Veterans families upwards of 400 people donated through Operation Food Search.
\n\nFood disparity for veterans is a big issue due to inflation and higher food costs. They receive calls daily for rent money, electric bills, etc. They work by giving grant money designated to veterans through other organizations. They are not set up to give out money directly to veterans, so they work through existing organizations via grants to those organizations.
\n\nKF is affiliated with 8-agencies for free mental health services for veterans and their families picking up where the VA leaves off.
\n\nEvery November the KFund gives away hats, coats, and socks via St. Patrick’s Center for veterans and their families. It’s all new clothing. There are approximately 40,000 veterans in the U.S. that are homeless and 22 veterans a day committing suicide.
\n\nWhat advice would Wayne give to new organizations starting out? First, you need a lot of passion for service. 1) need volunteers-they have hundreds. 2)you got to raise money to run the free programs for veterans. Any surplus they have after funding their own programs they donate to other veterans’-help organizations. The KFund is like the United Way for Veterans in the St. Louis area.
\n\nWayne then talks about their future goals for the organization. They are looking to bring young people into their organization. Almost all such veterans’ clubs and organizations are ageing out. So, they are working on recruiting younger volunteers. The problems are indicative of how to reach younger people, young couples, where both the wife and husbands work. Plus, the desire to socialize isn’t there with the young people because of technology.
\n\nWayne talks about #1 goal is to get the Kaufman Fund name out there to help more veterans. The VA calls the KFund for help. Veterans can navigate through the website, thekaufamnfund.org to volunteer, donate or for social services.
\n\nThe Kaufman Fund, a 501 (c)3 non-profit supports St Louis area Veterans and children who are at risk of abuse or poverty, needing food, shelter, clothing, medical care and basic needs. Since 1990, we have helped raise and distribute over $2 million.
\n\nAddress:
\nThe Kaufman Fund 9506 Olive Blvd Suite #250 Olivette, Mo 63132
\nPhone: (314) 202-2164
\nEmail: info@thekaufmanfund.org
With almost 13 years in law enforcement, I’ve experienced multiple high-stress life and death situations. One way that has helped me deal with the stress has been exercising. My thought was maybe since the gym and exercise has helped me deal with stress and issues it could help Military Veterans & First Responders.
\n\nWill talks about why he got into law enforcement and how it was engrained in him from a young age
\n\nHow he married law enforcement and fitness training together as a way to relieve stress and later PTSD and how he is using his exercise program to help veterans and first responders.
\n\nHow he opened his business and grew it to 55-clients. He also discusses the number of military veterans and the high rate of suicide and why physical fitness training is important because it creates community.
\n\nHis idea of offering a free 1-year membership for military veterans via his WillBInspired charity and how that has blossomed to inspirational retreats, trips, conferences, mental health retreats, a charitable golf tournament, etc.
\n\nWhere he hopes the organization will be in five years.
\n\nCorey and Will then talk about new therapies for PTSD and alcoholism.
\n\nWil Bates talks about his own personal training routine, cheat days, competition training, eating habits and not being able to outwork a bad diet.
\n\nAdvice to young people about going into law enforcement. Things you have to be worried about that you did not have to worry about. The decrease in respect for law enforcement. Advice: know what you’re getting into, do your research, and get prepared physically and mentally. Sometimes you have to go through some challenges before you can fully decide law enforcement is for you. Why he prefers tasing over pepper spray.
\n\nCorey then discussed his son accidentally pepper sprayed with mace.
\n\nWhere people go for more information about the nonprofit organization, the cause, golf tournament and testimonials.
","summary":"Will talks about why he got into law enforcement and how it was engrained in him from a young age\r\n","date_published":"2023-05-17T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/9a27e910-743b-416a-93e9-e1d99e231dfe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19745840,"duration_in_seconds":1211}]},{"id":"e4548a33-4a66-4607-9e51-feefcc6b5c91","title":"Nation of Heroes Episode 3","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/18","content_text":"Ryan talks about why he went into the Army before going into college baseball. He then went on to play professionally in the Tampa Bay Rays, Colorado Rockies and Kansas City Royals organizations.\n\nHe talked about how the Army taught him how to grow up and to value respect and responsibility.\n\nThey elaborate on respect and what it means to have it, especially for the military.\n\nHow the military creates a respect for authority by giving you “real world experience” via travel where you get to experience other parts of the world\n\nRyan talks about why he loved the military and wished he could have stayed in longer, but he got injured.\n\nThe Army taught him how to narrow your focus, problem solve and to work hard.\n\nIn 2008, he got hooked on playing golf and entering golf long drive competition.\n\nThe maturity and discipline helped him win two long drive championships.\n\nHow he sets daily, weekly and monthly goals. Big goal was to have the fastest swing.\n\nIn 2012, he set the Guinness World Record for longest drive of a golf ball.\n\nHe became the fastest longest driving golfer on the planet at one time.\n\nHow injuries started to build up hitting a golf ball 10-to-12 hours a day, so he had to pivot.\n\nHow he got into doing television during Covid, and now he’s up to 50-episodes\n\nWhy he’s happy about his accomplishments.\n\nHe then talks about his TV show called, “Driven” on the NBC Sports Channel.\n\nHe then talks about how TV gives him a platform to promote the military and charitable causes.\n\nWhy he likes Wolf Creek as his favorite course along with others.\n\nHow to go about fulfilling your passion? Working hard. Showing up first and being the last to leave. Hard work is the foundation to everything!\n\nThe value of consistency over perfection as the key to success.\n\nWhat his first business partner taught him about creating a “to do” list. Every time he scribbles through a item on his list, he feels happy.\n\nDrivengolf.com is his website where to go for information on health and fitness, technique and his TV show.\n\nWhat’s the number one tip for golfers? Swing fast and learn how to hit the ball straight.\n\nBe consistent and work hard…push yourself.\n\nParents and kids need to take a closer look at the benefits the military has to offer after high school.\n\nMore bio material found here: https://www.prolongdrive.com/profile/279_ryan-winther/","content_html":"Ryan talks about why he went into the Army before going into college baseball. He then went on to play professionally in the Tampa Bay Rays, Colorado Rockies and Kansas City Royals organizations.
\n\nHe talked about how the Army taught him how to grow up and to value respect and responsibility.
\n\nThey elaborate on respect and what it means to have it, especially for the military.
\n\nHow the military creates a respect for authority by giving you “real world experience” via travel where you get to experience other parts of the world
\n\nRyan talks about why he loved the military and wished he could have stayed in longer, but he got injured.
\n\nThe Army taught him how to narrow your focus, problem solve and to work hard.
\n\nIn 2008, he got hooked on playing golf and entering golf long drive competition.
\n\nThe maturity and discipline helped him win two long drive championships.
\n\nHow he sets daily, weekly and monthly goals. Big goal was to have the fastest swing.
\n\nIn 2012, he set the Guinness World Record for longest drive of a golf ball.
\n\nHe became the fastest longest driving golfer on the planet at one time.
\n\nHow injuries started to build up hitting a golf ball 10-to-12 hours a day, so he had to pivot.
\n\nHow he got into doing television during Covid, and now he’s up to 50-episodes
\n\nWhy he’s happy about his accomplishments.
\n\nHe then talks about his TV show called, “Driven” on the NBC Sports Channel.
\n\nHe then talks about how TV gives him a platform to promote the military and charitable causes.
\n\nWhy he likes Wolf Creek as his favorite course along with others.
\n\nHow to go about fulfilling your passion? Working hard. Showing up first and being the last to leave. Hard work is the foundation to everything!
\n\nThe value of consistency over perfection as the key to success.
\n\nWhat his first business partner taught him about creating a “to do” list. Every time he scribbles through a item on his list, he feels happy.
\n\nDrivengolf.com is his website where to go for information on health and fitness, technique and his TV show.
\n\nWhat’s the number one tip for golfers? Swing fast and learn how to hit the ball straight.
\n\nBe consistent and work hard…push yourself.
\n\nParents and kids need to take a closer look at the benefits the military has to offer after high school.
\n\nMore bio material found here: https://www.prolongdrive.com/profile/279_ryan-winther/
","summary":"Ryan talks about why he went into the Army before going into college baseball. He then went on to play professionally in the Tampa Bay Rays, Colorado Rockies and Kansas City Royals organizations.","date_published":"2023-04-19T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/e4548a33-4a66-4607-9e51-feefcc6b5c91.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19883275,"duration_in_seconds":1183}]},{"id":"08760638-eecf-4744-a007-025a579b2741","title":"Nation of Heroes Episode 2","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/17","content_text":"Mark Schmitz is the father of Marine Jared Schmitz who was killed in the evacuation of Afghanistan, and he talks about why he started a nonprofit “theFreedom13.org”to serve veterans by building recreational retreat villages for them and their families to stay a week for free.\n\nhttps://thefreedom13.org/pages/the-freedom-13-veterans-recreational-retreat\n\nIt’s a way to thank veterans for their service. Retreats will cater to veterans of every branch of service and their families.\n\nThe best therapy for veterans is talking to other veterans.\n\nHe talks about how he is raising money for his nonprofit project and entrepreneurial spirit behind it.\n\nHe talks about all the moving parts that need to come together to build the retreats. What the retreat and the houses on the retreat will consist of…\n\nMark discusses how he never thought he would lead a nonprofit and he discusses the biggest hurdles he had to overcome.\n\nHe also sees a lot encroachment by companies trading off his son’s name and how he looks at that situation.\n\nMark discusses that he wants to theFreedom13 nonprofit will be as to be as big and successful as Tunnel to Towers someday.\n\nThe difference between his organization and other veteran service organization. Thefreedom13.org is action oriented and it has a clear vision what they want to accomplish.\n\nTheir mission is honoring the veterans who died in service to their country by being in service to those who are still here.\n\nMark discusses how he took for granted the work of service people prior to Jared’s death.\n\nMark talks about how he deals with society that takes America for granted and why we need to celebrate veterans more than on Veteran’s Day\n\nThe Houses at the Retreat will be named for the 13 veterans that died with his son Jared.\n\nMark then talks about where to go to find out more about his organization, the retreats, and events associated with thefreedom13.org and how to donate $13 a month.\n\nHe then he talks about what he needs in the way of physical donations of construction materials.\n\n-And, finally, what other businesses helpt to support his nonprofit.","content_html":"Mark Schmitz is the father of Marine Jared Schmitz who was killed in the evacuation of Afghanistan, and he talks about why he started a nonprofit “theFreedom13.org”to serve veterans by building recreational retreat villages for them and their families to stay a week for free.
\n\nhttps://thefreedom13.org/pages/the-freedom-13-veterans-recreational-retreat
\n\nIt’s a way to thank veterans for their service. Retreats will cater to veterans of every branch of service and their families.
\n\nThe best therapy for veterans is talking to other veterans.
\n\nHe talks about how he is raising money for his nonprofit project and entrepreneurial spirit behind it.
\n\nHe talks about all the moving parts that need to come together to build the retreats. What the retreat and the houses on the retreat will consist of…
\n\nMark discusses how he never thought he would lead a nonprofit and he discusses the biggest hurdles he had to overcome.
\n\nHe also sees a lot encroachment by companies trading off his son’s name and how he looks at that situation.
\n\nMark discusses that he wants to theFreedom13 nonprofit will be as to be as big and successful as Tunnel to Towers someday.
\n\nThe difference between his organization and other veteran service organization. Thefreedom13.org is action oriented and it has a clear vision what they want to accomplish.
\n\nTheir mission is honoring the veterans who died in service to their country by being in service to those who are still here.
\n\nMark discusses how he took for granted the work of service people prior to Jared’s death.
\n\nMark talks about how he deals with society that takes America for granted and why we need to celebrate veterans more than on Veteran’s Day
\n\nThe Houses at the Retreat will be named for the 13 veterans that died with his son Jared.
\n\nMark then talks about where to go to find out more about his organization, the retreats, and events associated with thefreedom13.org and how to donate $13 a month.
\n\nHe then he talks about what he needs in the way of physical donations of construction materials.
\n\n-And, finally, what other businesses helpt to support his nonprofit.
","summary":"Mark Schmitz is the father of Marine Jared Schmitz who was killed in the evacuation of Afghanistan, and he talks about why he started a nonprofit “theFreedom13.org”to serve veterans by building recreational retreat villages for them and their families to stay a week for free.","date_published":"2023-03-16T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/08760638-eecf-4744-a007-025a579b2741.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19029144,"duration_in_seconds":1166}]},{"id":"1c903061-23b2-452f-9b0b-6f72e19477f1","title":"Nation of Heroes Episode 1","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"Defender’s Gateway Production\nHosted by Corey Schonhorst\n\n-St. Louis Police Sargent. (retired) Ann Dorn talks about why she started a foundation in her late husband’s name Captain David Dorn, a 77-year old retired St. Louis police officer who working security on June 2, 2020 and was killed in the George Flyod street riots.\n\n-She discusses what services and equipment the David Dorn Foundation provides police officers and first responders in large and small communities.\n\n-She talks about the biggest hurdles she faces in operating a foundation. She was a police officer for 20-years. She also struggles in delegating authority.\n\n-What is the future of the organization three years down the road.\n\n-She wants to expands the foundation’s outreach to other states beyond Missouri and she wants to partner with other organizations to help provide mental help assistance to police officers and firefighters.\n\n-How she struggles to reach the real young police and firefighters and the more veteran officers who will not admit to help or accept help\n\n-Old ways of dealing with mental health issued versus the new methods\n\n-How she would like to make mental health issues and PTSD disabilities a priority covered by insurance in the future and that is she is working on.\n\n-Why PTDS is so prevalent with police officers and first responders and it is due to how much they see every day.\n\n-How your mental health is impacted and the toll it takes of what they see on the violent streets of major cities.\n\n-Her hopes for the future of the foundation in working directly with equipment manufactures\n\n-How you contact and donate to the organization. What they need in the way of donations beyond cash. She would rather equipment donors work through her foundation for compliance reasons. Clothing has to be a certain color and type.\n\nFinally, what advice she would give young police officers joining the force.\n\nMORE INFORMATION ON ANN DORN:\nhttps://captdaviddornfoundation.com/\nhttps://www.walikali.com/ann-dorn/","content_html":"Defender’s Gateway Production
\nHosted by Corey Schonhorst
-St. Louis Police Sargent. (retired) Ann Dorn talks about why she started a foundation in her late husband’s name Captain David Dorn, a 77-year old retired St. Louis police officer who working security on June 2, 2020 and was killed in the George Flyod street riots.
\n\n-She discusses what services and equipment the David Dorn Foundation provides police officers and first responders in large and small communities.
\n\n-She talks about the biggest hurdles she faces in operating a foundation. She was a police officer for 20-years. She also struggles in delegating authority.
\n\n-What is the future of the organization three years down the road.
\n\n-She wants to expands the foundation’s outreach to other states beyond Missouri and she wants to partner with other organizations to help provide mental help assistance to police officers and firefighters.
\n\n-How she struggles to reach the real young police and firefighters and the more veteran officers who will not admit to help or accept help
\n\n-Old ways of dealing with mental health issued versus the new methods
\n\n-How she would like to make mental health issues and PTSD disabilities a priority covered by insurance in the future and that is she is working on.
\n\n-Why PTDS is so prevalent with police officers and first responders and it is due to how much they see every day.
\n\n-How your mental health is impacted and the toll it takes of what they see on the violent streets of major cities.
\n\n-Her hopes for the future of the foundation in working directly with equipment manufactures
\n\n-How you contact and donate to the organization. What they need in the way of donations beyond cash. She would rather equipment donors work through her foundation for compliance reasons. Clothing has to be a certain color and type.
\n\nFinally, what advice she would give young police officers joining the force.
\n\nMORE INFORMATION ON ANN DORN:
\nhttps://captdaviddornfoundation.com/
\nhttps://www.walikali.com/ann-dorn/
From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nMy name is David Satchell. You can call me Satch. I am a passionate leader, manager, follower, and professional from Omaha, Nebraska. After graduating from Bellevue Christian Academy, I went on to serve 30 years in the United States Air Force. I navigated up the ranks to the position of Command Chief Master Sergeant, a position reserved for only the top 0.3 percent of the enlisted force of over 640,000 Airmen. While serving, I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Sociology and followed that with my Masters degree in Human Resource Management. Shortly after my retirement, I accepted an offer to be an Operations Manager with Amazon, leading a diverse group of technical experts and hundreds of employees to deliver for the fastest moving company in the world. I had risen to lead the best-performing teams multiple times. I attribute this to my ability to forge strong relationships, create a trusting environment, and lead solely by personality, character, courage, and collaboration, which are the influential powers to generate discretionary effort beyond what metrics can predict.
\n\nI am a published author and regular blogger on all topics regarding leadership. I am ready to offer my support to help you build a strong team and a high-performance culture.
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From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nDr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys. Her team of experts incorporate five key elements, including body, mindset, image, nutrition, and community, to help clients execute their healthy weight and life goals.
\n\nDr. Jennifer Martin holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science specializing in human anatomy and physiology. As a certified ergonomic assessment specialist, she provides solutions for the prevention of workplace injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in sports rehabilitation, scoliosis, minimally invasive spine surgery, nutrition, pregnancy, pediatrics, spectrum disorders, and acupuncture.
\n\nDr. Martin is passionate about supporting various not-for-profit groups that coach children and families to live healthier, active lives. Through her company, she feels blessed to be a gift to others by helping them achieve a healthy lifestyle for life.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Dr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys.","date_published":"2022-07-14T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/6e6d9fc3-e851-479c-af48-9b28c08c25da.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27462044,"duration_in_seconds":1714}]},{"id":"d86b3847-47d8-4974-8319-c290fd4eab0b","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 13","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nDr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys. Her team of experts incorporate five key elements, including body, mindset, image, nutrition, and community, to help clients execute their healthy weight and life goals.\n\nDr. Jennifer Martin holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science specializing in human anatomy and physiology. As a certified ergonomic assessment specialist, she provides solutions for the prevention of workplace injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in sports rehabilitation, scoliosis, minimally invasive spine surgery, nutrition, pregnancy, pediatrics, spectrum disorders, and acupuncture.\n\nDr. Martin is passionate about supporting various not-for-profit groups that coach children and families to live healthier, active lives. Through her company, she feels blessed to be a gift to others by helping them achieve a healthy lifestyle for life.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nDr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys. Her team of experts incorporate five key elements, including body, mindset, image, nutrition, and community, to help clients execute their healthy weight and life goals.
\n\nDr. Jennifer Martin holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science specializing in human anatomy and physiology. As a certified ergonomic assessment specialist, she provides solutions for the prevention of workplace injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in sports rehabilitation, scoliosis, minimally invasive spine surgery, nutrition, pregnancy, pediatrics, spectrum disorders, and acupuncture.
\n\nDr. Martin is passionate about supporting various not-for-profit groups that coach children and families to live healthier, active lives. Through her company, she feels blessed to be a gift to others by helping them achieve a healthy lifestyle for life.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Dr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys.","date_published":"2022-06-30T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/d86b3847-47d8-4974-8319-c290fd4eab0b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38833338,"duration_in_seconds":2425}]},{"id":"2f529684-2010-4909-a89a-50851601155b","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 12","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"My name is Charlie Metzner, and I was born into a family of fighter fighters and police officers who dedicated their careers and lives to the St. Louis community. These were my role models growing up, my superheroes. I want to be just like them, and that’s something I still strive towards every single time I put on my gear and hop on that fire truck. \n\nI joined the St. Louis fire department in 2006. It’s a calling for sure. We are all there for the same reason: to change peoples lives for the better. Fortunate to also enjoy commerary among other fellow first responders their families in the great people of St. Louis.\n\nAs more first responders and veterans work to find additional ways to provide for their families, we wanted to give our community way to support them. With a deep understanding of the culture, being first responders ourselves, we set out to create an unprecedented online resource, benefiting both business owners in the public alike. The purpose is to connect local heroes with every day people, businesses, and organizations they serve. Hiring a hero from within the network is a way of thinking that hero for their service, dedication, and sacrifice.\n\nOur organization quickly evolved beyond an online business network. While that remains part of our primary mission, we’ve been able to make an even greater impact through our community outreach efforts, including fundraising events and supporting other organizations with similar values.\n\nSponsorships and donations allows to support families of fallen first responders through their darkest days. We consistently hear from these families that they not only want their loved one remembered for their service and sacrifice, but also for their bravery.\n\nSt. Louis is a special town. No other city rallies behind its local heroes like we do.\n\nWith your financial support, we’ll be able to expand our services for network members by providing scholarship funds for children of the fallen, job placements, and so much more. We’ll be able to increase our community outreach efforts and host more events that bring in critical support funds, all leading back to one cause - supporting our local heroes.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"My name is Charlie Metzner, and I was born into a family of fighter fighters and police officers who dedicated their careers and lives to the St. Louis community. These were my role models growing up, my superheroes. I want to be just like them, and that’s something I still strive towards every single time I put on my gear and hop on that fire truck.
\n\nI joined the St. Louis fire department in 2006. It’s a calling for sure. We are all there for the same reason: to change peoples lives for the better. Fortunate to also enjoy commerary among other fellow first responders their families in the great people of St. Louis.
\n\nAs more first responders and veterans work to find additional ways to provide for their families, we wanted to give our community way to support them. With a deep understanding of the culture, being first responders ourselves, we set out to create an unprecedented online resource, benefiting both business owners in the public alike. The purpose is to connect local heroes with every day people, businesses, and organizations they serve. Hiring a hero from within the network is a way of thinking that hero for their service, dedication, and sacrifice.
\n\nOur organization quickly evolved beyond an online business network. While that remains part of our primary mission, we’ve been able to make an even greater impact through our community outreach efforts, including fundraising events and supporting other organizations with similar values.
\n\nSponsorships and donations allows to support families of fallen first responders through their darkest days. We consistently hear from these families that they not only want their loved one remembered for their service and sacrifice, but also for their bravery.
\n\nSt. Louis is a special town. No other city rallies behind its local heroes like we do.
\n\nWith your financial support, we’ll be able to expand our services for network members by providing scholarship funds for children of the fallen, job placements, and so much more. We’ll be able to increase our community outreach efforts and host more events that bring in critical support funds, all leading back to one cause - supporting our local heroes.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Meet Charlie Metzner and hear about his mission to rally around and support our local heroes. ","date_published":"2022-06-14T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/2f529684-2010-4909-a89a-50851601155b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32528294,"duration_in_seconds":2031}]},{"id":"e42ed3c9-de0a-4112-82d2-3653a6878bd9","title":"Episode 11: Defenders Gateway Episode 11","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"Andrew Canales is the founder and CEO of Houses For Warriors, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit specializing in supporting homeless and injured veterans with obtaining benefits, transitional housing and transformational growth and development to lead fulfilling lives.\n\nAndrew served 6 years in the United States Air Force and volunteered for two combat tours in Iraq totaling 23 months overseas. During 2007, Andrew survived a rocket attack that killed 10 people and injured over 70 while working as a Prison Guard at a detainment facility in South Iraq. He was soon diagnosed with PTSD and started his journey to becoming the man he is today.\n\nWith Houses for Warriors, Andrew coordinates with business owners, donors, community leaders, and volunteers across the country to create strategic partnerships like Defenders Gateway and opportunities that serve our veterans and those involved. His main goal is to improve the quality of life for every veteran who is struggling and end veteran homelessness in the United States. Andrew's future initiative is to create a Houses For Warriors \"Campus”\n\nMain Site: https://housesforwarriors.org\nWarrior Center Site: https://housesforwarriors.org/warrior-campus/\nBrochure: https://8299584.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8299584/Brochure.pdf\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"Andrew Canales is the founder and CEO of Houses For Warriors, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit specializing in supporting homeless and injured veterans with obtaining benefits, transitional housing and transformational growth and development to lead fulfilling lives.
\n\nAndrew served 6 years in the United States Air Force and volunteered for two combat tours in Iraq totaling 23 months overseas. During 2007, Andrew survived a rocket attack that killed 10 people and injured over 70 while working as a Prison Guard at a detainment facility in South Iraq. He was soon diagnosed with PTSD and started his journey to becoming the man he is today.
\n\nWith Houses for Warriors, Andrew coordinates with business owners, donors, community leaders, and volunteers across the country to create strategic partnerships like Defenders Gateway and opportunities that serve our veterans and those involved. His main goal is to improve the quality of life for every veteran who is struggling and end veteran homelessness in the United States. Andrew's future initiative is to create a Houses For Warriors "Campus”
\n\nMain Site: https://housesforwarriors.org
\nWarrior Center Site: https://housesforwarriors.org/warrior-campus/
\nBrochure: https://8299584.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8299584/Brochure.pdf
Find out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Andrew Canales is the founder and CEO of Houses For Warriors, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit specializing in supporting homeless and injured veterans with obtaining benefits, transitional housing and transformational growth and development to lead fulfilling lives.","date_published":"2022-05-31T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/e42ed3c9-de0a-4112-82d2-3653a6878bd9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36887300,"duration_in_seconds":2281}]},{"id":"f547bd83-b620-40ca-8e4e-e4cdd042e26b","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 10","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"Victoria ‘Lanakila’ Rosena Tuggle-Togafau is a proud military family member that has a passion for exceptional quality-focused services & outstanding support to our military & DoD members as the Chief of the Army Transportation – PPPO (Personal Property Processing Office) in Hawaii.\n\nVictoria is a child of a deceased veteran (Father Deceased serving in the USAF-Active Duty). Her mother proudly served (retired) as a DoD Civilian for the Air Force for 37 years. Her Step-father served active duty in the US Air Force for 22 years (retired E-8) and transitioned to DoD Civilian. Both of Victoria’s siblings served active duty in the US Air Force, one brother now retired (E-8) and the other brother still serving. Victoria is an Army Spouse (husband is US Army-Active Duty E-8). So, overall, Victoria came from a long line of family that has either served or supported various US Military and DoD services.\n\nVictoria has worked for the Department of Defense in connection with the Air Force and Army, in many different aspects, for over 28 years. She was fortunate to transition to the Army system in 2002 working for the Directorate of Logistics, in Transportation, during a huge shift from Federal GS positions to Contracting, and was mentored by the ITO (Installation Transportation Officer) of that time. Victoria learned quickly and became very motivated to excel in this line of work, accepting a leadership opportunity with the new contractor so that she could continue the work providing support to our Troops, she developed and mentored a team that supports an average of 35,000 customers per year, creating and establishing and internal quality process for ISO certifications, while also overseeing the accounting department for 32 government travel accounts ranging from 5k to upwards of 3millon dollars per account; and she continuously feels honored to support all servicemen and women, including the added positive feeling towards making her Dad (in heaven) proud.\n\nVictoria is very passionate about providing support to service members, enjoys learning and being challenged as a Leader, Supervisor, Manager; still developing, motivating, continuous learning, while also performing the job at hand. She is well known as a persistent researcher of Regulations and called upon as a subject matter expert in the applicable regulations by employees, peers, and higher officials. She was awarded various certificates of appreciation from Department of the Air Force, Department of the Army, US Army Garrison, Directorate of Logistics; she has had training in LSS (Lean-Six Sigma), and awarded the Global BAE Systems Chairman’s Award for ‘Integrating an OPX (Operation Excellence) & LSS (Lean-Six Sigma) Culture’.\n\nBesides work, Victoria is a faithful Christian, wife, mother of twins, and also a Hawaiian Cultural practitioner. She is a trained advanced hula dancer and chanter, and has had the honor (with permission) to teach hula in order to perpetuate the legacy of my kumuhula (Hawaiian hula teacher), as well as permitted to choreograph and teach Christian hula. Victoria is also an avid swimmer that enjoys lap-swimming at the pool, open water swims in the ocean, as well as biathlons for the motivation and fitness.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"Victoria ‘Lanakila’ Rosena Tuggle-Togafau is a proud military family member that has a passion for exceptional quality-focused services & outstanding support to our military & DoD members as the Chief of the Army Transportation – PPPO (Personal Property Processing Office) in Hawaii.
\n\nVictoria is a child of a deceased veteran (Father Deceased serving in the USAF-Active Duty). Her mother proudly served (retired) as a DoD Civilian for the Air Force for 37 years. Her Step-father served active duty in the US Air Force for 22 years (retired E-8) and transitioned to DoD Civilian. Both of Victoria’s siblings served active duty in the US Air Force, one brother now retired (E-8) and the other brother still serving. Victoria is an Army Spouse (husband is US Army-Active Duty E-8). So, overall, Victoria came from a long line of family that has either served or supported various US Military and DoD services.
\n\nVictoria has worked for the Department of Defense in connection with the Air Force and Army, in many different aspects, for over 28 years. She was fortunate to transition to the Army system in 2002 working for the Directorate of Logistics, in Transportation, during a huge shift from Federal GS positions to Contracting, and was mentored by the ITO (Installation Transportation Officer) of that time. Victoria learned quickly and became very motivated to excel in this line of work, accepting a leadership opportunity with the new contractor so that she could continue the work providing support to our Troops, she developed and mentored a team that supports an average of 35,000 customers per year, creating and establishing and internal quality process for ISO certifications, while also overseeing the accounting department for 32 government travel accounts ranging from 5k to upwards of 3millon dollars per account; and she continuously feels honored to support all servicemen and women, including the added positive feeling towards making her Dad (in heaven) proud.
\n\nVictoria is very passionate about providing support to service members, enjoys learning and being challenged as a Leader, Supervisor, Manager; still developing, motivating, continuous learning, while also performing the job at hand. She is well known as a persistent researcher of Regulations and called upon as a subject matter expert in the applicable regulations by employees, peers, and higher officials. She was awarded various certificates of appreciation from Department of the Air Force, Department of the Army, US Army Garrison, Directorate of Logistics; she has had training in LSS (Lean-Six Sigma), and awarded the Global BAE Systems Chairman’s Award for ‘Integrating an OPX (Operation Excellence) & LSS (Lean-Six Sigma) Culture’.
\n\nBesides work, Victoria is a faithful Christian, wife, mother of twins, and also a Hawaiian Cultural practitioner. She is a trained advanced hula dancer and chanter, and has had the honor (with permission) to teach hula in order to perpetuate the legacy of my kumuhula (Hawaiian hula teacher), as well as permitted to choreograph and teach Christian hula. Victoria is also an avid swimmer that enjoys lap-swimming at the pool, open water swims in the ocean, as well as biathlons for the motivation and fitness.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Victoria ‘Lanakila’ Rosena Tuggle-Togafau is a proud military family member that has a passion for exceptional quality-focused services & outstanding support to our military & DoD members as the Chief of the Army Transportation – PPPO (Personal Property Processing Office) in Hawaii.","date_published":"2022-05-12T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/f547bd83-b620-40ca-8e4e-e4cdd042e26b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21935523,"duration_in_seconds":1369}]},{"id":"f0e7b314-55cf-4c25-924e-1f33bf3514d2","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 9","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nDr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys. Her team of experts incorporate five key elements, including body, mindset, image, nutrition, and community, to help clients execute their healthy weight and life goals.\n\nDr. Jennifer Martin holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science specializing in human anatomy and physiology. As a certified ergonomic assessment specialist, she provides solutions for the prevention of workplace injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in sports rehabilitation, scoliosis, minimally invasive spine surgery, nutrition, pregnancy, pediatrics, spectrum disorders, and acupuncture.\n\nDr. Martin is passionate about supporting various not-for-profit groups that coach children and families to live healthier, active lives. Through her company, she feels blessed to be a gift to others by helping them achieve a healthy lifestyle for life.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nDr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys. Her team of experts incorporate five key elements, including body, mindset, image, nutrition, and community, to help clients execute their healthy weight and life goals.
\n\nDr. Jennifer Martin holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science specializing in human anatomy and physiology. As a certified ergonomic assessment specialist, she provides solutions for the prevention of workplace injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in sports rehabilitation, scoliosis, minimally invasive spine surgery, nutrition, pregnancy, pediatrics, spectrum disorders, and acupuncture.
\n\nDr. Martin is passionate about supporting various not-for-profit groups that coach children and families to live healthier, active lives. Through her company, she feels blessed to be a gift to others by helping them achieve a healthy lifestyle for life.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Dr. Martin is founder and CEO of Healthy Community Group. Her company has helped educate and develop implementable plans to support thousands of women and families through their health journeys.","date_published":"2022-04-28T20:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/f0e7b314-55cf-4c25-924e-1f33bf3514d2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29452575,"duration_in_seconds":1839}]},{"id":"ec5e3179-1382-41f3-b71e-63f8a27c1a11","title":"Episode 8: Defenders Gateway Episode 8","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nMy name is Mike “Too Good” Wood and this is my story. Growing up I was an all around athlete. I did a lot of different sports. I became a pro in boxing two weeks after my 20th birthday. I was able to achieve a lot in short time period. At 25 years of age I lost motivation and basically retired. I then received a call with a good opportunity for all 4 major North American titles that would’ve put me in the top 5 in the world. Needless to say I wasn’t prepared. After this fight, I decided that was enough. \n\nAbout 4 years into my retirement I started going to a different church, Have Bible Will Travel in St. Louis, MO. This is where my coaching career began. After going to the church for about a month or so Pastor Pat Rankin approaches me and asked how I would feel about starting a boxing and exercise ministry at the church? This was the start of Too Good Boxing.\n\nThis ministry has surpassed all of our initial goals. We have around 30+ people in the gym training at a time. After witnessing growth in the ministry we decided to start putting on amateur boxing events at the church which usually brings in 500+ spectators. God continues to bless me and this ministry. \n\nLearn more about Mike Wood and his ministry HERE!\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nMy name is Mike “Too Good” Wood and this is my story. Growing up I was an all around athlete. I did a lot of different sports. I became a pro in boxing two weeks after my 20th birthday. I was able to achieve a lot in short time period. At 25 years of age I lost motivation and basically retired. I then received a call with a good opportunity for all 4 major North American titles that would’ve put me in the top 5 in the world. Needless to say I wasn’t prepared. After this fight, I decided that was enough.
\n\nAbout 4 years into my retirement I started going to a different church, Have Bible Will Travel in St. Louis, MO. This is where my coaching career began. After going to the church for about a month or so Pastor Pat Rankin approaches me and asked how I would feel about starting a boxing and exercise ministry at the church? This was the start of Too Good Boxing.
\n\nThis ministry has surpassed all of our initial goals. We have around 30+ people in the gym training at a time. After witnessing growth in the ministry we decided to start putting on amateur boxing events at the church which usually brings in 500+ spectators. God continues to bless me and this ministry.
\n\nLearn more about Mike Wood and his ministry HERE!
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Tune in to hear Mike \"Too Good\" Wood's story of reaching hundreds through his boxing ministry, Too Good Boxing. ","date_published":"2022-04-14T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/ec5e3179-1382-41f3-b71e-63f8a27c1a11.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23562711,"duration_in_seconds":1471}]},{"id":"66cba1ef-8a3d-461e-928f-149af8ca6146","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 7","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/7","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nMO Vets Outdoors, Inc. is a Missouri 501(C)3 Organization dedicated to providing a community that connects veterans to the outdoors and to each other. Our goal is to provide that single ray of hope that has a direct impact on the 22 Veteran Suicides that occur daily. We are devoted to veteran mental health awareness and suicide prevention.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nMO Vets Outdoors, Inc. is a Missouri 501(C)3 Organization dedicated to providing a community that connects veterans to the outdoors and to each other. Our goal is to provide that single ray of hope that has a direct impact on the 22 Veteran Suicides that occur daily. We are devoted to veteran mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"MO Vets Outdoors, Inc. is a Missouri 501(C)3 Organization dedicated to providing a community that connects veterans to the outdoors and to each other.","date_published":"2022-03-31T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/66cba1ef-8a3d-461e-928f-149af8ca6146.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18026113,"duration_in_seconds":1125}]},{"id":"07e8aa29-3699-4682-8401-77b8f381fe36","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 6","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/6","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nElaine Brewer is a Fitness and Wellness Professional and the Founder of Humble Warrior Wellness Center.\n\nElaine is a 15yr military spouse. Her husband is a 20yr veteran of the Navy Special Operations community. After experiencing so much trauma and loss within her husband’s military unit, she decided to shift her focus from her physical health background to incorporate mental health resilience as well. She quickly recognized the restorative and therapeutic properties with the mind/body connection that yoga and meditation provide along with the undeniable benefits it offers those who have experienced trauma in their lives. These are skills and practices she desires to introduce and make readily available to the military, first responders, and medical professionals, that can bring harmony and balance to the hyper vigilant and traumatic work environments these heroes experience every day.\n\nAfter visiting the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), a specialized branch of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Elaine was inspired to create a wellness center for veterans, first responders, and medical personnel. Witnessing what an encouraging and healing atmosphere it was for our service members battling post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, sleep disorders, and other mental health issues had a huge impact on her and is the driving force behind Humble Warrior Wellness Center.\n\nFind more information HERE\n\nElaine Brewer\nHumble Warrior Wellness Center\n314-640-7998\nHumblewarriorswellness@gmail.com\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nElaine Brewer is a Fitness and Wellness Professional and the Founder of Humble Warrior Wellness Center.
\n\nElaine is a 15yr military spouse. Her husband is a 20yr veteran of the Navy Special Operations community. After experiencing so much trauma and loss within her husband’s military unit, she decided to shift her focus from her physical health background to incorporate mental health resilience as well. She quickly recognized the restorative and therapeutic properties with the mind/body connection that yoga and meditation provide along with the undeniable benefits it offers those who have experienced trauma in their lives. These are skills and practices she desires to introduce and make readily available to the military, first responders, and medical professionals, that can bring harmony and balance to the hyper vigilant and traumatic work environments these heroes experience every day.
\n\nAfter visiting the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), a specialized branch of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Elaine was inspired to create a wellness center for veterans, first responders, and medical personnel. Witnessing what an encouraging and healing atmosphere it was for our service members battling post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, sleep disorders, and other mental health issues had a huge impact on her and is the driving force behind Humble Warrior Wellness Center.
\n\nFind more information HERE
\n\nElaine Brewer
\nHumble Warrior Wellness Center
\n314-640-7998
\nHumblewarriorswellness@gmail.com
Find out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Elaine is a 15yr military spouse. After experiencing so much trauma and loss within her husband’s military unit, she decided to shift her focus from her physical health background to incorporate mental health resilience as well.","date_published":"2022-03-17T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/07e8aa29-3699-4682-8401-77b8f381fe36.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23770272,"duration_in_seconds":1443}]},{"id":"e59dc394-1cb8-4e88-a591-92a6ed176922","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 5","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/5","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nFounder of WillBinspired Warriors Fitness Fund.\n\nBackground in law enforcement and personal training.\n\nIn May of 2021 I created WillBinspired Warriors Fitness Fund, as a way to show appreciation to Military veterans and first responders as well as help them deal with PTSD and stress of the job by giving them a free year paid in full gym membership.\n\nFitness has always been a passion of mine and has helped me through some of my worst times. I figured if it could help me maybe it could help others as well.\n\nWhen I was a personal trainer I loved watching people work through their stresses in the gym to achieve their goals and find peace.\n\nSo far over 37 fitness memberships have been gifted to military veterans and law enforcement with approximately $18,000 raised through fitness fundraisers and donations.\n\nI truly believe fitness can help save lives! It has mine!\n\nLearn more about Will and his passion here!\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nFounder of WillBinspired Warriors Fitness Fund.
\n\nBackground in law enforcement and personal training.
\n\nIn May of 2021 I created WillBinspired Warriors Fitness Fund, as a way to show appreciation to Military veterans and first responders as well as help them deal with PTSD and stress of the job by giving them a free year paid in full gym membership.
\n\nFitness has always been a passion of mine and has helped me through some of my worst times. I figured if it could help me maybe it could help others as well.
\n\nWhen I was a personal trainer I loved watching people work through their stresses in the gym to achieve their goals and find peace.
\n\nSo far over 37 fitness memberships have been gifted to military veterans and law enforcement with approximately $18,000 raised through fitness fundraisers and donations.
\n\nI truly believe fitness can help save lives! It has mine!
\n\nLearn more about Will and his passion here!
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"","date_published":"2022-03-04T10:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/e59dc394-1cb8-4e88-a591-92a6ed176922.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28420543,"duration_in_seconds":1775}]},{"id":"9f2b81f4-e6ba-4455-8aec-c73f51c03dbd","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 4","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/4","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nChaplain Steven Pace serves as a Chaplain, Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve and has done multiple combat tours in both Afghanistan and Iraq and humanitarian missions in Louisiana and Puerto Rico. Becky grew up in Alton, IL, and last served as the Children’s Director for Calvary Baptist; she loves working with children, especially those with disabilities, where she uses her education as a COTA. Steve has pastored both churches and chapels for the past 22 years and holds an M.Div and M.A.R. from Liberty University. He also serves as a Chaplain for Barnes Jewish Hospital and Alton Memorial Hospital.\n\nContact Chaplain Steve Pace at Christway Church\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nChaplain Steven Pace serves as a Chaplain, Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve and has done multiple combat tours in both Afghanistan and Iraq and humanitarian missions in Louisiana and Puerto Rico. Becky grew up in Alton, IL, and last served as the Children’s Director for Calvary Baptist; she loves working with children, especially those with disabilities, where she uses her education as a COTA. Steve has pastored both churches and chapels for the past 22 years and holds an M.Div and M.A.R. from Liberty University. He also serves as a Chaplain for Barnes Jewish Hospital and Alton Memorial Hospital.
\n\nContact Chaplain Steve Pace at Christway Church
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Meet Chaplain Steven Pace, an Illinois Church Pastor, Army Reservist Chaplain, Lieutenant Colonel, and a pastor at Barnes Jewish Hospital.","date_published":"2022-02-17T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/9f2b81f4-e6ba-4455-8aec-c73f51c03dbd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27339220,"duration_in_seconds":1707}]},{"id":"fff2af6b-2d5f-4d80-8a53-f325a2382dfb","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 3","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/3","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.\n\nOla Hawatmeh is a business owner, designer, philanthropist and conservative activist.\n\nOla has been recognized as a top local female business owner and “Most Influential Woman.” She founded her first company in 2004, Mom Me Makeover, a company that specializes in makeovers to help others look good inside out.\n\nWith her early success, she founded her first charity Makeover for a Cause where she works with other nonprofits to donate makeovers. Ola has helped countless teenagers battling cancer, taking them shopping and giving them hair and makeup makeovers to restore their confidence.\n\nOla went on to establish her fashion design company, Ola Style. She remained committed to giving back to the communities she serves and has done numerous charity fashion shows around the country.\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nOla Hawatmeh is a business owner, designer, philanthropist and conservative activist.
\n\nOla has been recognized as a top local female business owner and “Most Influential Woman.” She founded her first company in 2004, Mom Me Makeover, a company that specializes in makeovers to help others look good inside out.
\n\nWith her early success, she founded her first charity Makeover for a Cause where she works with other nonprofits to donate makeovers. Ola has helped countless teenagers battling cancer, taking them shopping and giving them hair and makeup makeovers to restore their confidence.
\n\nOla went on to establish her fashion design company, Ola Style. She remained committed to giving back to the communities she serves and has done numerous charity fashion shows around the country.
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
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\n\nAdam French’s story is one of humble and healthy beginnings, a story of harsh and horrific interruption, and a story wrapped in the life changing love of Christ. His dad’s journey of successful business owner to violent alcoholic coincides with his mother’s struggle of a successful teacher to pill addict. Somewhere in the middle of their stories is a scared little boy, curious pre-teen, abandoned teenager and a wounded man. For the past 17 years Adam has been on a journey of healing.
\n\nToday, Adam travels the country sharing the redemptive story of Grace that Jesus brought to his life through his personal journey to MANdentity. He is a motivational speaker who encourages others to live out their faith.
\n\nLearn more about Adam French at his website
\n\nCheck out Adam French's book
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Adam French’s story is one of humble and healthy beginnings, a story of harsh and horrific interruption, and a story wrapped in the life changing love of Christ.","date_published":"2022-01-27T14:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/4d5968cd-cb04-4e9a-8b3a-779fae7e9a54.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40829850,"duration_in_seconds":2551}]},{"id":"08f18587-32ac-4ac6-9fc1-26e5bfcf363c","title":"Defenders Gateway Episode 1","url":"https://nation-of-heroes.fireside.fm/1","content_text":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation. \n\nOur featured guest on this episode is retired USAF Col. Michael Smith, author of “The Power Of Dadhood”. Today’s discussion is about balancing fatherhood, a military career and a connection with God.\n\nCol. Smith’s website: [www.michaelbyronsmith.com](www.michaelbyronsmith.com) \n\nCol. Smith’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Dadhood-Better-Society-Starts/dp/1939629667 \n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway \n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app","content_html":"From one patriot to another…the Defenders Gateway podcast with Ray Tuggle is designed to give active military, veterans and first responders a voice to tell their stories about how they’ve answered their nation’s call, and to share how they are making an impact on their families, community and nation.
\n\nOur featured guest on this episode is retired USAF Col. Michael Smith, author of “The Power Of Dadhood”. Today’s discussion is about balancing fatherhood, a military career and a connection with God.
\n\nCol. Smith’s website: [www.michaelbyronsmith.com](www.michaelbyronsmith.com)
\n\nCol. Smith’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Dadhood-Better-Society-Starts/dp/1939629667
\n\nFind out more about Defenders Gateway
\n\nDownload the free Defenders Gateway app
","summary":"Our featured guest on this episode is Col. Michael Smith. Retired Air Force. Author of “The Power of Dadhood\". Today’s discussion is about fatherhood and balancing a military career and connection with God.","date_published":"2022-01-12T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/9b8de243-94c9-40c2-a637-44110cffd4c4/08f18587-32ac-4ac6-9fc1-26e5bfcf363c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33251101,"duration_in_seconds":2077}]}]}