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The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 13: Rise to Run Podcast with JR ArceIn this raw, hilarious, and thought-provoking episode, host Alan sits down with veteran, nurse, and proud Filipino J.R. Arce to dig into everything from cultural stereotypes and childhood trauma to the generational pursuit of the American dream.
They laugh (a lot) about the stereotype that every Filipino becomes a nurse, but also dive deep into the real reasons behind that cultural norm—family sacrifice, immigrant survival, and dreams passed down. J.R. shares his story of becoming a nurse through the Army ROTC program, serving around the world, transitioning into public affairs, and ultimately co-founding a ma...2025-05-051h 15The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 12: Rise to Run Podcast with Victor De La Flor🎙️ Rise to Run Podcast – Episode 12: “Crayon Jokes, Marine Corps Culture, and the Rise of Taiwo”
Guest: Victor De La Flor
In this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode, host Alan—your favorite chaos-driven, probably-should-be-in-a-psych-ward veteran—welcomes Marine Corps veteran Victor De La Flor to the show. From the jump, it’s jokes, jabs, and genuine insight as the two vets unpack military culture, the mysterious origins of the infamous “crayon-eating Marine” stereotype, and the inside scoop on what it’s really like serving in today’s armed forces.
Victor brings sharp humor and real-life perspective to the mic, sharing how t...2025-04-221h 23The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 11: Rise to Run Podcast with Leora Opstelten🎙️ Rise to Run Podcast – Episode 11: “Career Chaos, Dogs, and Dutch Last Names”
Guest: Leora Opstelten
In Episode 11 of Rise to Run, Alan is back with his trademark unfiltered energy, joined by the fierce and funny Leora Opstelten—a career counselor who’s made it her mission to help veterans navigate the often brutal transition out of military life. If you’re a vet who’s ever felt like civilian life is harder to crack than a secret mission, this one’s for you.
Leora brings both heart and humor to the conversation, as she and Alan dive into he...2025-04-152h 05
Perdidos En El EterPerdidos En El Éter #616 - Marvel Tierra-616 / Captain Britain por Alan Moore y Alan DavisCon un nĂşmero de programa asĂ, no podĂamos no hablar de lo orĂgenes de la designaciĂłn numĂ©rica del universo Marvel central. Claro, el Universo 616, ese donde pasan todas las historias principales (y algunas no tanto) de los comics. Con nuestro amigo Gus Casals repasamos los OrĂgenes Secretos de la numeraciĂłn universal, surgidas en los comics de Captain Britain de la sucursal británica de Marvel, más los del propio superhĂ©roe.
DespuĂ©s, reseñamos la saga de principios y mediados de los 80s de Captain Britain "A Crooked World", donde se usa por prime...2025-04-131h 39Perdidos En El EterPerdidos En El Éter #616 - Marvel Tierra-616 / Captain Britain por Alan Moore y Alan DavisCon un nĂşmero de programa asĂ, no podĂamos no hablar de lo orĂgenes de la designaciĂłn numĂ©rica del universo Marvel central. Claro, el Universo 616, ese donde pasan todas las historias principales (y algunas no tanto) de los comics. Con nuestro amigo Gus Casals repasamos los OrĂgenes Secretos de la numeraciĂłn universal, surgidas en los comics de Captain Britain de la sucursal británica de Marvel, más los del propio superhĂ©roe.
Después, reseñamos la saga de principios y mediados de los 80s de Captain Britain "A Crooked World", donde se usa por prime...2025-04-131h 39
Perdidos en El EterPerdidos En El Éter #616 - Marvel Tierra-616 / Captain Britain por Alan Moore y Alan DavisCon un nĂşmero de programa asĂ, no podĂamos no hablar de lo orĂgenes de la designaciĂłn numĂ©rica del universo Marvel central. Claro, el Universo 616, ese donde pasan todas las historias principales (y algunas no tanto) de los comics. Con nuestro amigo Gus Casals repasamos los OrĂgenes Secretos de la numeraciĂłn universal, surgidas en los comics de Captain Britain de la sucursal británica de Marvel, más los del propio superhĂ©roe.
Después, reseñamos la saga de principios y mediados de los 80s de Captain Britain "A Crooked World", donde se usa...2025-04-131h 39The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 10: Rise to Run Podcast with David OltmanIn this brutally honest and deeply heartfelt episode of Rise to Run, host Alan welcomes longtime friend David Oltman for a no-holds-barred conversation about life’s highs, lows, and everything in between. David shares his journey growing up on a Minnesota hobby farm, facing a tough childhood, and learning financial survival skills at an early age. From flipping hay bales to losing jobs during the 2008 recession, his path wasn’t easy—but it was real.
David opens up about losing some of the closest people in his life, including his brother, best friend, and mentor, and how those...2025-04-091h 00The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 08: Rise to Run Podcast with Wiley McArthur
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🎙 Podcast Summary – Rise to Run with Host Alan Davis & Guest Wiley "The Mind Ninja" McArthur
In this powerful, no-holds-barred episode of Rise to Run, your favorite unhinged veteran and host, Alan Davis, welcomes longtime friend and transformation expert Wiley McArthur, known in many circles as The Mind Ninja. The two dive deep into the mind, the subconscious, trauma, and why most people are addicted to their own pain without even knowing it.
Wiley shares his journey from being the oldest of seven and overlooked in his own childhood, to suffering a workplace injury that shifted his ca...2025-03-261h 15The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 07: Rise to Run Podcast with Annette WhittenbergerIn this unfiltered and candid episode of Rise to Run, host Alan Davis sits down with Army veteran and entrepreneur Annette Whittenberger. Annette shares her journey from a rebellious childhood to military service, deployment experiences, and the struggles of transitioning out of the Army after 17 years. They dive into topics like mental health in the military, the stigma surrounding seeking help, and the challenges of reintegration after service. Annette also opens up about her post-military career, from launching a business and writing books to becoming the Editor-in-Chief of Veteran Lifestyle Magazine and advocating for veteran wellness.
This...2025-03-181h 15
The Quarter Mile PodcastRedline Part II: 2 Red 2 Lines!REDLINE PART II: The QMP OG's reunite virtually in this very special bonus episode where we learn how the movie REDLINE changed the life of our former videographer and frequent guest, Alan Ingalls, and led to him becoming a film director and movie maker!SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:The Quarter Mile PodcastDrew DavisBailey JacksonR. Alan Ingallshttps://www.ralaningalls.com/https://www.theattnco.com/Send us a textSupport the show2025-03-1230 minThe R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 05: Rise to Run Podcast with Frank ManteauWelcome to The Rise Podcast with your unfiltered host, Alan Davis! This is the show where real conversations meet real problems because you never know whose story might help you along your own journey. We laugh, we share, we inspire, and most importantly, we keep it raw and authentic.
In this episode, Alan sits down with Frank Manteau, Marine veteran and CEO of Mill Treats, a company that took a long-standing military joke and turned it into reality—edible crayons for Marines! They dive into Frank’s journey, from growing up in small-town Ohio and joining the Mari...2025-03-041h 31The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 04: The Rise to Run Podcast with Mike MartinezPodcast Summary: Rise to Run with Alan Davis feat. Mike Martinez
Host Alan Davis kicks off the Rise to Run podcast with an introduction to real, unfiltered conversations designed to help listeners navigate life's challenges through shared experiences. In this episode, Alan welcomes his guest, Mike Martinez, a video editor and entrepreneur from North Carolina, whom he met through Uncaged, a men's accountability group.
Before diving into Mike's story, Alan shares his thoughts on recent sports events, particularly the NFL playoffs, expressing strong opinions about the Kansas City Chiefs and discussing his frustrations as a Raiders fan...2025-02-251h 18The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 03: Rise to Run Podcast with Alan Davis and Ralph QuijadaRise to Run Podcast with Alan Davis
Welcome to the Rise to Run podcast, where we keep it raw, real, and unfiltered. Hosted by the unapologetically unhinged veteran, Alan Davis, this show dives deep into real conversations about real problems. Whether it’s stories of resilience, the grind of entrepreneurship, or the brotherhood forged on the field, you never know whose journey might inspire your own.
In this episode, Alan reconnects with longtime friend and former coaching colleague, Ralph, a dedicated football coach who has overcome incredible personal challenges to pursue his passion. From navigating he...2025-02-181h 22The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 02: Rise to Run Podcast with Daniel Faust and Alan DavisRise Above: Resilience, Leadership, and Growth with Daniel FaustÂ
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In this episode of Rise to Run, host Alan Davis sits down with Air Force veteran, leadership coach, and resilience expert Daniel Faust for an inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, developing mental toughness, and unlocking the full potential of personal and professional growth.
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Daniel's journey is one of perseverance, discipline, and transformation. As a veteran, he has faced challenges that tested his endurance, adaptability, and leadership skills. Now, he channels those experiences into helping individuals and organizations cultivate the mindset necessary to nav...2025-02-111h 05The R & R podcast with Faction (Rise to Run)🇺🇸 01: Episode 1 Rise to Run Podcast with Korey Jacobson Welcome to the Rise to Run Podcast! Get ready for an unfiltered, raw, and engaging ride as we dive into personal journeys, accountability, and some straight-up hilarious conversations. This episode sets the stage for what’s to come in future episodes—a mix of humor, insight, and the occasional rant, hosted by your favorite disgruntled, unhinged veteran, Alan Davis of FactionMedia.
Episode Highlights: Kicking Things Off: Join Alan as he introduces the vision for the Rise to Run Podcast—a space to connect, inspire, and laugh. Meet Corey: A member of Alan's men’s accountability group, Corey shares h...2025-02-0456 min
Venture Boldly2024 Non-Profit of the Year Winner: Whitefish Community Foundation, President & CEO Alan DavisSend us your feedback!Whitefish Community Foundation, recently celebrated as the 2024 Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year, is leading the way in giving back to the Flathead Valley community. Join us as we unlock the secrets behind their success, with insights from Alan Davis, the foundation's President and CEO. Having transitioned from the Whitefish Legacy Partners to leading this influential organization, Alan shares how his unique perspective as a former grant applicant has shaped the foundation's community-driven mission. Learn how the 2024 Great Fish Community Challenge shattered records, pulling in $6.68 million for 80 local nonprofits, and explore th...2024-12-1627 min
Kingdom First Podcast - God's Blueprint For Your Best LifeFrom Army Veteran to CEO: Alan Davis on Resilience, Authenticity, and Supporting Veteran-Owned BusinessesIn this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros, Jonathan Lautermilch sits down with Alan Davis, proud Army veteran and CEO of Faction Media. Alan shares his incredible journey from serving in Afghanistan to finding his purpose as a business owner dedicated to supporting veteran-owned businesses.
Key Points:
Military Lessons Applied to Business: Resilience, adaptability, and leadership.
Authenticity in Business: How staying true to your values can attract the right opportunities.
Taking Ownership: The importance of reevaluating choices and adjusting for success.
Social Media Insights: Leveraging authenticity to connect with ideal clients.
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The Quarter Mile PodcastSeason 1 RecapDrew and Bailey look through the rear view mirror on their wild ride through the Fast & Furious saga!  Join them as they laugh and reflect on all the highlights of their podcast experience, spill the tea on Season 2, and bid adieu to Race Wars!-----SOCIALS FOR THE HOSTSDrew Davis:https://linktr.ee/drewdaviscomedyBailey Jackson:https://linktr.ee/bayjaxSupport the show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2305924/supporters/new----A special thanks to ou...2024-11-2736 min