The MisFitNation
Welcome to The MisFitNation Show, hosted by Rich LaMonica—a US Army Veteran who, alongside a fellow US Army Veteran and a Business Leader. Our mission is simple: inspire and empower you to be a better human being. We highlight the powerful stories of Veterans and First Responders, sharing their journeys of resilience and strength. Through captivating interviews, we also bring you guests from all walks of life—authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, motivational speakers, and health & fitness professionals. Each episode features individuals who have overcome challenges and achieved success, offering valuable insights, life lessons, and actionable advice. Whether it's stories of grit from our Veterans and First Responders or expertise from thought leaders, The MisFitNation is a community dedicated to personal growth and collective well-being. Join us for one episode or become a regular listener. If you believe your story can inspire others, reach out to us to be a guest on the show! Recognized as the 2021 Best Society and Culture Podcast at the Veteran Podcast Awards and named in Podcast Magazine's 2022 Top 40 Over 40, The MisFitNation Show is your go-to platform for inspiration, motivation, and transformation. Want to be a guest on The MisFitNation? Send Rich LaMonica a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/richlamonica
Show episodes
From Military-Friendly to Military-Focused: A Conversation with Janine Smith of Sparrow Consulting
What if companies stopped calling themselves “military-friendly” and actually became military-focused? On this week’s episode of The ToosDay Crue, hosts Jake and Stephen sit down with Janine Smith, founder of Sparrow Consulting, LLC, and a force in the world of military career transition and corporate integration. With
Burned Over: The Fire, the Fight, and the Spirit of Survival with A.J. Otjen & Dan Steffensen
🔥 One fire changed his life. One book shares his legacy. In this gripping episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with 2023 Library of Congress Award-Winning Author A.J. Otjen and Montana firefighter Dan Steffensen—the real-life hero behind her powerful book “Burned Over!” Dan Steffensen’s life chang
From Chaos to Clarity: La Tonya Roberts on Building Scalable, Inclusive, High-Performing Teams
💡 What if the key to scaling your business isn't just strategy, but leadership, culture, and operational clarity? In this dynamic episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes powerhouse La Tonya Roberts—a Fractional COO, HR Consultant, and global business strategist with over 18 years of experience across
🛑 What happens when the dead need YOUR help? This week, Stephen and Jake of The ToosDay Crue sit down with Tina Erwin, retired Navy Commander turned metaphysical expert and renowned Ghost Helper 👻. With over 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force, Tina's life took a profound turn into the world of metap
This week on The ToosDay Crue, hosts Stephen and Jake welcome Ian Chamandy, Chief Purpose Officer of PurposeU, author, speaker, and the mind behind over 400 purpose-driven transformations. 🔥 Ever wondered what your true purpose is? 🎯 Ian has dedicated over 20 years to helping businesses and individuals answer the ult
This week on The MisFitNation, we welcome Carroll Harris—a decorated Marine Corps veteran, retired federal law enforcement executive, and leadership expert. With over 35 years of combined military and federal service, Carroll’s career has spanned combat deployments, major narcotics investigations, national communicatio
