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
In this inspiring episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with the powerhouse duo behind Champions For Veterans: CEO Gino Johnson and U.S. Army Veteran Ranger “Terry” Johnson. 🇺🇸 They’re on a mission to help veterans and their families secure the VA benefits they’ve earned—and their impact is nothin
Sculpting Valor: Doyle Glass on Telling Stories of Heroism Through Words and Bronze
In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, Rich LaMonica welcomes Doyle Glass—a man who doesn’t just write history, he sculpts it into memory. 🇺🇸 From his bestselling books Lions of Medina and Swift Sword to his unforgettable Medal of Honor memorials in Kentucky and Texas, Doyle has devoted his life to preserving
In this inspiring episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Retired U.S. Army Major Gerald Gangaram, a decorated combat pilot turned national advocate for civic education. Raised in a low-income neighborhood in Queens, NY, Gerald's journey took him from West Point to the battlefields of Afghanistan
Born from War: Patrick Naughton Breaks Down Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons from the Battlefield
In this special episode of The ToosDay Crue, Stephen and Jake welcome US Army Lieutenant Colonel Patrick Naughton, a decorated military historian, educator, and author whose career spans over 28 years of service. 🌍 Hailing from Hawai'i and now teaching at the prestigious Command and General Staff College (CGSC), Patri
Faith, Service & Strength: Building Resilient Marriages with Chaplain Matthew & Kristina Spencer
In this inspiring episode, we welcome USAF Chaplain, Major Matthew Spencer, and Kristina Spencer, a dynamic couple devoted to faith-based marriage ministry. With over 20 years of combined experience in ministry, leadership, and counseling, they share their mission to strengthen military couples and families through God
USAF Major (Ret.) Dr. Steven Ramos joins Rich LaMonica to share how his 28-year Air Force career—from U-2 pressure suit tech to elite jumpmaster & combat therapist—led to a new mission: saving veteran lives through mental health advocacy. Growing up in the Bronx, Steve dodged street violence and drugs by enlisting in 1
