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The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 75: Nathan Atkins and the Twelfth Habits SystemSend a textNathan is an Army is a combat veteran, entrepreneur, and former corporate executive. After serving with the elite 101st Airborne Division, he led sales strategy for major organizations, including AT&T and CenturyLink. As the entrepreneur who introduced Orangetheory Fitness to the Las Vegas market, Nathan combines military precision with entrepreneurial vision to help others unlock their potential. He is the creator of the Twelfth Habits System™, a structured framework for sustainable high performance. We talk about:GritFeedback aka AARFailure
2026-03-021h 13
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 74: USAF Vocalist Sam Saxton You Cant Push RopeSend a textSam Saxton is 41yrs old and an A1C in the Air Force as a Vocalist in the band. Hear about his journey before the military and why he joined and what his goals are.We talk about:TransparencySuffering comes from over perception of reality FailYou cant push ropeFollow Sam on his Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@sam.saxton0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcHis Book is the Bible which we should all h...
2026-02-231h 13
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 73: NYPD Jason Lacayo, Culture is relationshipsSend a textJason Lacayo is a law enforcement professional with over a decade of tactical experience. He served two years with the New York City Police Department, including time assigned to Operation Impact, where he worked high-crime zones focused on violence reduction and proactive policing. He later went on to serve 10 years as a SWAT officer, operating in high-risk environments that demanded discipline, teamwork, and sound decision-making under pressure. Jason now uses his experience to speak on leadership, resilience, mental health, and life beyond the badge.We discuss:Morning routine...
2026-01-261h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 72: Leadership follow up with SFC ColombaSend a textThe first follow up episode with a guest on the show. Let me know what you think. This is a work in progress but the intent is to see how they are doing now and check in with what we got nextDon't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connectionIGhttps://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/TIK TOKhttps://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLinkedIn
2025-12-2859 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 71: USAF Lt Dominion Etsegbe, Fight for YourselfSend a textIf you want something, you have to go for it. It will not just be set on your lap. Dominion and I wanted to become an officer. We did not have the path laid out, we went out and laid the path. Ohhh I like that!!Another social media Tik Tok connection and they keep getting better.Leadership lessons we discuss:Transparency Lead by exampleLeadership is going to change youDon't do it aloneYou can r...
2025-12-0951 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 70: USN Chief Josh Mackey: No Fat ChiefsSend a textWhen you bring two amazing mustaches together you get an unbearable power. I am lucky the internet did not crash when this happened. Seriously Josh and I had a good relationship going in to the call and we just had a good conversation about leadership. Some topics we cover:What they see is how they actCompetition breeds greatnessLeading by example where you canIf you want to reach out to Josh his IG is Doc_mackeyThe two books we b...
2025-11-121h 09
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 68: DET 905 ROTC Cadet Isaac Daniels: Be the best at not giving upSend a textIsaac reached out to me on Tik Tok and we started talking leadership and fitness. As part of the ROTC podcast episodes Isaac talk about a lot of early struggle he had in ROTC and how he has bounced back and kept working for his overall goal. Topics we cover:Bounce backPassion for your goalsPurposeTwo books we recommendIsaac: War in the Airhttps://a.co/d/7SVYso4Me: The way of Nagomih...
2025-10-1855 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 69: Round table with ROTC Cadets about Leadership and FlyingSend a textSpecial episode with a group of ROTC cadets where I answer questions they have about flying, air force life, leadership, and much more. Just an awesome opportunity to chat with future leaders. Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connectionIGhttps://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/TIK TOKhttps://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/m...
2025-10-181h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 67: ROTC 250 Cadet Travis Greene. Locked in and future in sightSend a textOn this episode we continue down the ROTC path with an amazing leader in his detachment. Travis and I met through Social Media doing patch swaps and I reached out to hear his story and how ROTC is shaping the future leaders. Topics we cover:AdversityGetting comfortable being uncomfortableFocus on futureAways be learningYou can reach Travis at his IG: https://www.instagram.com/travisgreene251?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Books we r...
2025-10-181h 08
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 66: 15 minutes of straight talk and Q&A w/MannySend a textOn this episode I sit down with myself and answer a few amazing questions and also drop a little knowledge on my leadership journey and my philosophy to leadership. This is to help you move that needle a little more in the positive direction to becoming a better leader.If you have any leadership questions please reach out and I will answer them for you or bring them up on my next episodeDon't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and r...
2025-08-2413 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 65: CWO5 Jon Stanley, you are seenSend a textAnother tik tok episode!! Jon Stanley 28 years Active Duty, the first six years as a an enlisted soldier, 31F, Network Switching Systems Operator. Became a Warrant Officer in 2004 and as a Network Management Technician. Held positions in Strategic, tactical, and joint units from battalion to Corps and at the Theater and Combatant Command levels. we talk about:When you are home be homePresence mattersDon't just check the boxYou are seenAs always we bring a book for y...
2025-08-181h 21
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 64: Navy SWO Michelle Morgan, leaders always learnSend a textOn this episode I am joined with an amazing person who cares so much about what she does but also who she works with! If you follow her page you will see she shares the wins of her team. I was blown away about the career paths she has been on and how the Navy manages its leadership positions. Just to hear her passion and care for her people will make you want to go out and get to know your team. A few topics we coverBasicsI...
2025-08-021h 03
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 63: SrA Nilah Roy and the 3Ts to leadershipSend a textNilah and I met through a base training exercise where I really got to see some great Airmen take charge in a stressful situation and lead when needed. She is always positive and has been developing her leadership skills through her religion and challenges as an Exec. She was nervous at first, but you will soon see she crushed it and adds tons of leadership tipsIn this episode we talk about:FeedbackNetworkingBeing selfish to be selflessThe book...
2025-07-0159 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 62: US Navy LTJG James Harris on how 75 hard & fitness relate to leadershipSend a textHow do fitness and leadership relate? How can you better yourself and others with fitness? Just a few topics we cover with Lt. James Harris of the Navy. He played football at the Naval Academy and also completed 75 hard before turning to endurance training. While we both related to playing football and 75 hard we talked a lot about how young leaders can improve outside work to help their team.topics we cover:GritFailingBelief Doing hard things75Hard...
2025-06-221h 09
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 60: William Davis, Leadership starts with meSend a textWilliam and I were connected through an email connection which I love to receive because it helps me build connections and learn from people I would not have reached out too. William spent over 30 years in the corporate world and then transitioned to providing leadership seminars, briefs, and keynote speeches to companies through his experience. The episode is a little shorter than normal due to schedule. However, we dive into straight leadership traits that apply to everyone. Traits we discuss:How to identify potential leadersHow can someone l...
2025-04-2541 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 61: Feedback is the breakfast of champions w/TSgt Justin McCartneySend a textJustin and I met through IG and we both connected through fitness and leadership. He is now a Tactical S&C Coach in Austin Texas and we both understand the benefits on working out and leadership. It is an amazing conversation, and I know you will learn at least one thing!! We talk about:FeedbackAlways be learningGetting uncomfortableResiliencyMeeting new peopleYou can reach Justin on his IG at https://www.instagram.com/everydayresponders?u...
2025-04-251h 01
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 59: My new life's journey Kijuan (Kiwi) AmeySend a textPowerful is all I have to say. Kiwi speaks with passion and love. He talks about his hardship that he battles every day since 2017. He was in the Air Force as a Boom operator and is now a motivational speaker and leader. If you want to be motivated to life your life to the fullest. Here you go.you can reach him at his website: Amey MotivationLinkedIn: (3) Kijuan (Kiwi) Amey | LinkedInLeadership topics we cover:HardshipMindsetMeet ne...
2025-04-171h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 58: How to lead wherever you are with Kory DeLukeSend a textAnother social media connection that keeps proving the point, relationships matter. Social media is a valuable networking key. The main point of our conversation is the transition from military to civilian life. Also how he developed his leadership skill through observation and what people do wrong. I hope you enjoy and if you have any feedback, please let me know.We talk about:Transition out of the militaryBuilding leadership styleAlways be learningControlling timeThe books we...
2025-04-151h 02
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 57: Chief Navy Counselor Joey Sawyer, Always be learningSend a textChief Sawyer of the Navy is amazing!! We met through TikTok as he is embarking on a fitness journey to lead by example not just through what he says but also in how he looks. His career so far is amazing. We actually go over it in the episode. We cover:Comparison of the Navy and Air Force in leadership coursesHow to commission in both branches from being enlistedAlways be learningLeadership is adaptableHis book is: L...
2025-03-141h 02
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 56: Charles Hatley Net worth = NetworkSend a textCharles and I met through a mutual friend I had on the podcast. He is currently a podcast host and was in the Air Force as wellCurrent Job: Senior Defense Innovation Strategist + Kava & Kettlebells podcast/media host -Career summed upAir Force Combat Systems Officer (Electronic Warfare Officer to be precise)Mission Crew Commander on the RC-135 & EC-130Squadron Officer School instructorFounded, owned & operated sports nutrition business from 2016-2021 (sold)Flipped, owned & sold Las Vegas' only kava bar Exited service in 2024, moved onto small business consulting and strategizing (em...
2025-03-141h 10
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 55: Jason Schwarzer and why leadership isn't about youSend a textOn this weeks episode Jason and I jump right in to leadership and how it has structured his career. He is a Senior Communications Chief for a Field Artillery Battalion in the Army and has been serving for 15 years. We both enjoy endurance training and rucking and talk about how those fitness journeys changed out life and also the way we lead. Topics we cover:Daring to be differentProfessional introvertEnforcing the standards in everything we do5 wins to start the day
2025-02-1658 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 54: Air Force Capt Tho Dang, There are no losses just lessonsSend a textTho is an amazing leader and friend. We have known each other for 10 years where we met at IPT in Peublo Co when we both joined as your officers. Since then he has become a MX officer and also had the opportunity to work at BMT as a Flight Commander for over 5k Airmen. He is one of the most approachable and positive guys I knowOn this episode we cover:Blessing and a lessonBeing approachablePositivity is contagiousOvercoming self doubt
2025-02-051h 18
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 53: Six pillars of effective leadership w/ Jim CarloughSend a textThis is a first, Jim reached out to me via email hearing one of my episodes so I said yeah. He just published a book on leadership, has 30+ years of leadership speaking and mentoring. He speaks from the heart and is just as passionate about leadership as I am. What we discuss is not extreme, its pretty simple.Some topicsIntegrity and TrustEmpathy and CompassionFocus and StabilityHumorYou can reach Jim athttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jimcarlough?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3...
2025-01-1859 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 52: Leadership and Prep with Frankie RezzanoSend a textLife is about connections. While doing pre deployment training in El Paso Texas I was at the gym and saw this shredded guy working out as well. Striked up a conversation and almost two years later he is on the show!!His journey through the National Guard, losing 80lbs, going into his first physique show is insane and filled with leadership traits.We cover:Listen and speakPrioritiesBeing selfish to be selflessSmall winsConsistencyIf you want to reach out to...
2025-01-1858 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 51: US Army SFC Marcus Page Great soldiers make Great UnitsSend a textMarcus and I met through Tik Tok only a week before recording this episode. That is all the time we needed to make this amazing episode. Marcus believes highly in building people, leading by example, and control what you can control.A few topics we cover:Small details matterWhat matters makes you work harderEffort is freeMake your bedGreat soldiers make great peopleYou can reach Marcus on his tik tik@camotalkThe book he brings isShoe...
2024-12-271h 12
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 50: Retired US Army CSM Kenny Clayborn, Developing loyalty by investing in othersSend a textKenny and I met through 1stphorm as I am an up and coming legionnaire and he has set the bar as a sponsored athlete after retiring from 31 years in the Army. He is my role model for my goals within 1stphorm. He talks about his time in the Army and how it transitioned over to 1stphorm and how he continues to lead by example.The topics we coverGritInvesting in othersLeading by exampleTaking advantage of opportunitiesWalk the talkThe two books...
2024-12-0656 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 49: Air Force TACPO Capt Todd Duquette, Leadership starts with relationshipsSend us a textTodd and I met while I was going through the process to cross train to TACPO. I came across his page and reached out to him on the job, lifestyle, training, and support getting my application started. Since then we have followed each other and on social media as we continue to lead in our own environments.In this episode we cover:Goal settingHow to learnExplain the whyBuilding relationshipsDiscipline vs motivationAs always if you want to reach out to...
2024-12-031h 18
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 48: US Army 2Lt Chaplain Candidate Dakota Carrington, when your joes knowSend a textThe power of social media wins again. Dakota and I met through FB while he was searching for home gym gear in 2024. Once we started chatting we noticed we had some things in common and really connected. Having him on the podcast was an amazing experience because while we don't cover leadership traits until about an hour in. His transparency and story alone are all leadership traits we can take to get better.What we cover are:Building relationshipsEmbracing the suckTransparencyGritLeading by example
2024-12-011h 31
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 47: CSM Shaun Curry, Be Brilliant in the BasicsSend a textShaun was recommended from a great friend who I actually recorded episode 1 with. When this happens I know it is a no brainer that I should have them on the show. Because those that are listening want to hear them. As a CSM in the Army and working through multiple deployments, training exercises, personal battles, and all the relationships. Shaun brings so much to the show. I know you will learn!!The topics we cover:Brilliant at the basicsGet 1% betterRelentless in the pursuit of excellenceLeadership...
2024-11-131h 19
The Jesse Carstairs ShowE 39 | Fathers: Live for Them, Not Just Die for Them with Manny LamsonIn this conversation, Jesse Carstairs and Manuel Lamson explore the evolving role of fathers in modern society, emphasizing the importance of living for their children rather than just being willing to die for them. They discuss the significance of physical fitness, discipline through exercise, and raising health-conscious kids. The dialogue also touches on emotional resilience in sports and the need for fathers to guide their children through the stages of manhood, highlighting the changing dynamics of masculinity and parenting. In this conversation, Manuel Lamson and Jesse Carstairs discuss the importance of building strong father-son relationships, the role of community...
2024-11-121h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 46: SSgt Schroll, Get out and careSend a textAirmen lead the way, that is no exception with Airmen Schroll. He is leading by example, putting in the extra work, and making sure his goals are clear. We met through rucking but have built a relations these past 2 years that has allowed us to become great friends. Even though he enlisted when he was 36, age is not stopping him!The topics we cover are:Fathers, their roleHonor guard dutyTransparencyFocus on clear goalsFailureLove your jobThe book he brings...
2024-11-081h 11
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 45: USAF Brigadier General Palenske: Airmen are the engines of the vehicles and we need themSend a textAll they can say is No. That was my reasoning for asking Brigadier General Palenske to be on the podcast. I was recommended his page from an Airmen who is motivated by his posts. So I went on Facebook and just asked. That's it, I was bold(you will see how that applies) and we got it set up!!! 10 Hours away, across the pacific, and it was amazing. General P (as he goes by) cares. He wants the best for his Airmen and wants to show them what they do matters. That's how we...
2024-10-3146 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 44: Ret USAF Col David Benson, Grow where you are plantedSend a textWhen we talk about leading by example, control what you can control, and focusing on what's now. No one does a better job then my guest Ret Col David Benson. He flew the B-1 Bomber and the B-2 Spirt as well as the first Weapon School patch in the B-2 community. He held multiple leadership positions and very non-standard career. What we talk about is:There is a reason for everythingPeople emulate what you doLeadership is personalWrite lettersKnow your peopleHumble, approachable, c...
2024-10-221h 01
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 43: Solo w/Maj Manny Mustache on his 3HsSend a textThats right on this episode I dive into my 3Hs. Because I think ya'll need to know a little about me. I have everyone else describe their hometown, heros, and hardships why not me. This is the first time I am talking solo which is awkward but that is how we grow. My story is not crazy it's just startingI hope you take something and if you did you know what to do.Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate t...
2024-10-0739 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 42: Beans and Bullets with 1SG Canaan WrightSend a textThe power of social media is to connect and learn. On this episode we do both. More importantly anyone how listens to what we cover can learn. Canaan has an amazing back story and understands the power of self to lead others. We also cover the difference in an Army First Sergeant and an Air Force First Sergeant. A few topics we coverRelationshipsBeing selfishGritWill power and embracing the suckA break to continue to leadSaying noYou can follow or...
2024-09-2757 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 41: Navy Crash Crewmen to Army Officer "Gabe" and Leading from the FrontSend a textSocial media the ultimate relationship builder. It brings people together that may never meet. On this episode Gabe and I met through TikTok when someone sent me one of his videos. I reached out and told him to keep it up and we needed to chat! His story is amazing! He is on a mission and opportunities happen and he takes them full send to move forward in life. On this episode we talk about:The standardsAlways being fit to fightRelationshipsDo as I say not a...
2024-09-131h 05
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 40: Marine Capt Hayden Hood on leadership and being an athleteSend a textHayden and I met through Social media but he is from Abilene Texas where I am currently stationed(2024). I am working on reaching more branches and officer and enlisted leaders to get their perspective. As a Marine Captain Hayden talks about his journey to joining the Marines, timeline of training and his career.A few leadership topics we cover are:Leading by exampleBuilding confidenceBeing an athlete Setting the standardBeing selfishAs always we bring a book to the table for you to l...
2024-09-071h 07
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 39: The future is bright with Army Recruiter Caleb BrightSend a textBe transparent to everyone. On this episode I am joined by another Social media friend Caleb Bright who is currently an Army recruiter who started his career with the Marines and while he was out of service was recalled to deploy. Which is a crazy story on its own. He discusses his hardships and how failure is the key to success. On this episode we cover:Celebrating their successFailure is leadingThe next generationMilitary leaderships traits that apply to the civilian worldDads as the u...
2024-08-301h 11
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 38: Marine 1stSgt Domonic Williams hits a home run with relationships and listening as his leadership traits!Send a textThis episode wouldn't have been possible without building relationships. Honestly. 1stSgt Williams and I were introduced by Gonzo(episode 7) and this episode could've went for 2 hours!! I am always excited to hear about leadership from our brother branches. The Marines are true to their word. They care, they respect each other, they fight for each other, and they really want everyone to win.On this episode we cover:Active listeningBuilding relationshipsLeading by exampleFathers as the real herosIt's hard to be a good leader
2024-08-221h 06
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 37: The snowball effect of success with Prior Enlisted SERE to RPA Officer Dan SurvivalSend a textDan is a fellow SERE Specialist who crossed over to the Dark Side and is now on his way to teach at an ROTC Det at Washington State University my Alma mater Det 905!! It is great to hear the SERE Tech school stories and how it forged us into never quit badasses!!On this episode a few topics we cover, that will apply to every leader:Fortune favors the boldEarly success snowballsControl timeMaking decisionsTaking riskAs always we bring a few...
2024-08-161h 12
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 36: Selfish is to give with Ashley Taylor the all in momSend a textAshley and I met through the 1sthprom app where I coach as an Advisor and since 2021 she has been on a journey to her new self! Her goal is to lose 100lbs and control her life. On this episode we dive into how she is doing that, what struggles she has had to overcome, and where she is going now. You will notice she has a why, is stacking wins, and leading by example to an amazing high school son.I hope you enjoy this journey as much as I h...
2024-08-1635 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 35: 22 year Air Force vet Dennis Zanoni, making the most of lifeSend a textI was honored to be joined by a Dennis aka Z to talk about some amazing ways we can become a better leader and how to build that leadership tool kit!!Z is a 22 year Air Force Security Forces vet who now works with the government on the SBIR side and has worked some amazing jobs during his time in. Which has allowed him to develop his tool kit and continue to lead and develop great people!!Here are a few topics we cover:Project managementFeedbackC...
2024-08-011h 00
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 34: Romi Sunga Leadership at the small business world and traits we can all use.Send a textAnother reason I love doing this. Not only do I get to catch up with great people I have not talked too in a few years. But, you get to hear from someone outside the military on leadership traits they use in the small business world.We talk about:Building relationshipsReps, reps, reps,FeedbackDisciplines equal freedomsAs always we finish with a book:Extreme ownership by JockoYou can reach out to RomiLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/romisunga...
2024-07-221h 17
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 33: Building relationships through comfort and crisis with USAFA Cadet Ben MorfitSend a textBen is going into his Senior year at the Air Force academy and was recently selected to continue his Air Force career and move onto TACP School house after graduation. He was in my TACPO selection week team where we both were no selected but he went on to attend the next assessment week and got picked up.He is driven by passion and determination.In this episode we talk about:What a captain isReliabilityBeing Genuine and empatheticDoing the little things p...
2024-07-171h 08
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 32: Losing over 200lbs is hard, but you have to take it one day at a time with Aaron SchichtlSend a textI was pumped to be able to get Aaron on for a 2nd podcast and to focus specifically on his weight loss journey and how you can do it too!!Aaron has lost over 200lbs, joined the Army Guard, became a father, started working for 1stphorm, and is leading by example in all of these areas!Again, we keep it non-standard by giving you the secret to losing weight and keeping it off.A few topics we cover:Just startBouncing backFocusing on protein
2024-07-1249 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 31: Nobody can help you but yourself, so always move forward with SSG Simon FatoyinboSend a textRelationships and doing hard things. That's how Simon and I met through IG and now we are brothers forever.Simon has been in the Army for 7 years and being from Nigeria he wanted to be a US citizen and loves being part of something bigger than himself. In this episode we hit it all! Like we always do from:Leading from the rearBuilding relationshipsLeading by ExampleDavid GogginsRanger schoolMaking decisionsit is amazing to hear someone with so m...
2024-07-041h 03
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 30: Pararescue to TACPO with Airmen Will Malone and how failing is ok.Send a textConsistency and determination are the keys to success. In any journey.I have noticed it time and time again in myself(this podcast and my nutrition coaching) and while talking to Will.Will and I met while going through TACPO Assessment week phase 2 in March of 2024. He was selected and I was not. But that only made us closer. He is the second member from that team I have had on my podcast. I would love to have all 15 of them (that made it through) and even a f...
2024-06-231h 15The Non-Standard PodcastLift & Learn with Henry Episode 1. How to build trust and give trustSend a textWelcome to the first of its kind!! Very Non-Standard at that.I am now brining people to my house to lift for 30-45 minutes then we make post workout shake and record for 30-45 minutes.These will be shorter episodes and very Q&A format for those who want to learn and hear some great questions!!If you have some questions you want us to answer on leadership let me know on my IG, Youtube, or email below!Thank you, now go share, follow, and like
2024-06-2128 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 28: Becoming a leader through building relationships with Brandon Guingrich 22yr Air Force EODSend a textOn today's episode Brandon and I jump on Monday Memorial day and kick it off like we have known each other for years.He is a 22 year EOD in the Air Force and has multiple deployments under his belt as well as an instructor at EOD tech school. I started following on LinkedIn where he is establishing himself and learning how to develop leadership outside the military and using LinkedIn as his primary platformThe book he brings to the table isCallsign Chaosand I bring
2024-06-041h 09
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 27: 20 year Air Force Vet and founder of Operation Teammate Tim MontjoySend a textTim is a great friend of mine who I met through his non-profit he founded while in the military called Operation Teammate. Where he gives back to military kids by providing them opportunities to interact and meet athletes and celebrities through virtual and in person events. He was in the Air Force for 20 years and then shifted gear to starting his non-profit and is now working and developed an App. His passion to pursue the unknown and a few topics we cover:Just startingBeing comfortable getting uncomfortableCore v...
2024-05-271h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 26: Joshua Armstrong, you have to get comfortable getting uncomfortableSend a textWhen you meet another great mustache on Tik Tok you know it is meant to be!!Joshua is a Air Force Veteran Fire Fighter who got out and is now a civilian Fire Fighter in Texas.He is from California and moved to Texas, small world and smart man.He has been crushing it on social media with him sown joining him on his journey and working out in his gear.He hits on a ton of great topics:Leading by example for his station
2024-05-191h 11
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 25: Art of Rucking with Michael Glover and why everything happens for a reasonSend a textFrom Tik Tok to podcast!! Thats what I love. Michael Glover is a man on a mission by building the next generation one step at a time.How?Well in this episode we cover these topics:Is career before the militaryHis military career starting at 33 years oldAlways be learningEverything happens for a reasonLeading from the rearThe purpose of "why"Plus many more!!The book we both review is The Art of Rucking Field Manual b...
2024-05-121h 16
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 24: Efren Del Rio and the joy of seeing someone else scoreSend a textLets go back in time. The year is 2001 and you move to a new high school your freshman year and show up to their Freshman basketball try outs wearing your old school colors. How do you feel? Are you nervous? Excited?Imagine being one of those kids who has someone new join their school? Now imagine you end up being best friends with them and when you are both 37 you record a podcast on what it was like back then and how you are both raising kids to fall in l...
2024-05-051h 16
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 23: Will Willhite you have to shoot for the moon to achieve your goalsSend a textOn this episode I am joined with Will Willhite, he is 22 years old and just got selected for Navy OCS to become a pilot. He has been dreaming of this since the 2nd grade and has a family legacy of military background to keep him motivated.Will and I met through tik tok in 2023 and he has been on two episodes already with the Question and Answer episodes, but in this one we dig into what motivates him and keeps him moving forward.Topics we cover:Culture how to...
2024-05-041h 00
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 22: Travis Barrett: GRIT is what gets you started but Persistence is what gets you to winningSend a textAfter some feedback we noticed Travis's last episode had a little lag and communication issues. So what better way to fix that, then record a new episode!!Travis is a S&C Coach at Fairchild AFB for the SERE School. He has been in that roll for 4 years and before that he was in the private sector and then a S&C Coach at Haskell College.Even better!!We still cover the 3Hs! We also cover:GRITJohn WoodenJust startingThe next day...
2024-05-031h 10
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 21: S&C Coach Travis Barrett and his career from College coach to coaching MilitarySend a textI love when my podcast can bring me in a 1hr talk about lifting weights and the military! That's what you will get with Travis. He is currently a S&C coach for SERE Specialist at Fairchild AFB and we go through his career from college coaching, private coaching, to military coaching.A few topics we discuss are:Being presentYou are never the smartest in the roomBuilding relationshipsTaking leapsLeading from the front and rearKnow Like TrustThe b...
2024-04-211h 00The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 20: Recap of 11-19 and why these are important to listen tooSend a textGood morning! Just like the first recap episode I review the last 9 episodes to help you find that one just for you or to help you find one you may not have known was for you!I highly recommend you share this with your friends who are trying to find an episode for themselves as well.Enjoy. Because we are just getting started.Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection
2024-04-2106 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 19: SERE Specialist Tyler Pitcher on Deeds and Actions not through words is how we leadSend a textIf you are curious about what SERE Tech School is like for Air Force SERE Specialist this is it!We also cover amazing leadership traits as well.Tyler and I were on the same team 07-01 going through Tech School and talk about the challenges we faced and after tech school on the journey we are on now.He hits hard the 3 Hs and then hits us with a few more traits that even I added to my little green book. The books he passes on a...
2024-04-151h 16
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 18: Part 2 with Michael Mannozzi and his journey through the World Class Athlete Program in the Air ForceSend a textIf you have not listened to Episode 16 Part 1 with the 2020 Air Force Athlete of the Year go back. If not, you will still learn a lot and be motivated to go and crush it.Michael is an amazing and humble father and leader. He continues to push the boundaries of Non-Standard leadership and career. He is currently part of the WCAP and is stationed in San Diego training for Race Walking and continuing to lead as a new Staff Sargent.A couple topics we talk about:CaringPrioritize...
2024-04-081h 12
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 17: Air Force Academy stud Cadet Zane Peecher on how to become the best leaderSend a textZane and I just recently went through one of the toughest training events we have been through and in this episode we cover how that made us a better person and a better leader. Zane is a Junior at the United States Air Force Academy and I was honored to get to chat with him while he was on spring break about the life of a cadet and how it has prepared him to become a great leader.We talk about a few topics:Building relationshipsBeing selfish
2024-03-311h 02
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 16: Part 1, The persistent journey to the 2020 Air Force Athlete of the year with Senior Airmen Michael MannozziSend a textI am beyond pumped and excited for everyone to hear Part 1 of an amazing journey with Michael. We get to cover his time before the military, working in a shoe store, race walking, moving to Canada and enlisting right before COVID-19.In part 1 we work up to his first few years in the military ending with his achievement of 2020 AF Athlete of the year and getting the first Chief of the Aire Force coin from Chief Bass. Some of his highlightsAir Force WCAP member7x USA Team...
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The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 15: A fresh perspective and mindset provided SrA Michael Maldonado to win on all levelsSend a textWe continue the theme of the future of the Air Force with Airmen young in their rank but experienced in their life and how that has provided them to become a better leader in their squadrons.Michael is on a mission to prove that a new start is sometimes all it takes to start leading. However, you have to be able to call a spade a spade and know you could do better and a change has to be made.He is currently a Security Forces Airmen at Dyess AFB...
2024-03-171h 19
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 14: Building relationships and leading by example with SSgt Weston Johnson the future of the Air ForceSend a textI was pumped to be able to sit down with Weston and record this episode. We have been following each other for about 3 years now on Tik Tok and IG and talked a few times on the phone. He is an F-15 Crew Chief in the Air Force and currently enrolled in ROTC and on his way to commission as an officer in the Air Force.What really blew me away this episode was how he saw the leadership traits he wanted to develop early in his career working close to pilots...
2024-03-101h 10The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 13: What is a leadership philosophy, why I have one, and why you should have oneSend a textIn this episode I review my leadership philosophy and why I have it in every episode. How to develop a leadership philosophy and why you should have one no matter what leadership level you are at.I break down all 4 of my statements that I lead by and why they mean so much to me.This is the root of my podcast and covered in every episode with my guest to review, provide feedback, dig into, and more importanly understand that they already have these traits too. I be...
2024-03-0815 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 12: Innovating and leading, how having a WHY with Jackson Wynn can help you win.Send a textJackson Wynn in an LRS Airmen at Dyess AFB and has been on a hot streak with with the innovation world in the military. He recently won Innovator of the year and has been improving LRS functions the past year. How? By going over these few topics:-Innovation is leadership-Mindset has to be growing-A WHY can change but you need one-Reward and appreciation are need to be used-Risk aversion is failing the military-Get uncomfortableAs always we re...
2024-03-031h 16
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 11: How to surround yourself with like minded people and challenge the status quo of leadershipSend a textIn this episode I am joined with two guys who have been on the podcast before. Colomba and Gonzo. Two RAD(Rapid Airmen Development) brothers who have endured hundreds of hours rucking together and who are both crushing it in their respective work places by:Doing hard thingsLeading by exampleBeing selfishFailingPushing the limitsWe are trying to bring to light one of the best military development groups to be started at an Air Force Base. Dyess AFB has established a program called...
2024-02-291h 00The Non-Standard PodcastRecap of first 10 episodes. Not sure which one to listen too? This will give you a short recap of eachSend a textNot sure which episode will work for you? In the short 8 minutes I recap every episode so you can choose which one will help you develop more leadership skills.I take 45 seconds to 1 minute to review the first 10 episodes.This will allow you to see which one works best and or which one may challenge you to listen too.If you love this recap please let me know and I will keep them pumping!!Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the...
2024-02-2808 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 10: How to succeed and lead in an evolving business with Dan "DJ" LouieSend a textOne of the reasons I love podcasting is being able to reconnect with someone I have not talked to in over 15 years and went to high school with over 20 years ago.From small town Northern California to starting his own business in Strength and Conditioning and really loving the purpose and passion of seeing people live a healthier life and continuing to get better.Louie and I dive into a few topics to list:Growth is constantYou have to be curiousBuilding relationshipsBeing...
2024-02-2552 minThe Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 9: Q&A #2 w/Will on Leadership styles and how to deal with negativity in the workplaceSend a textOn the 2nd episode of the Question and Answer format Will(my new co-host) and I each answer a few topics on leadership then we dive in to them in detail.We will be posting these episodes every 2 weeks as we continue to receive questions from everyone on how to be a better leader.Here are the topics we cover:How to build your leadership skillsHas your leadership style changed and should it changeWhat is an example of your best and worst leadership experience H...
2024-02-2150 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 8: From Chief to Amazon! Work Hard, Be Tough, and Be Humble with Matt ColtrinSend a textI am honored to call this guy my friend and mentor. Matt and I met truly while getting ready to go ruck 100 miles in 4 days through the small towns of the Netherlands. Prior to that I knew him as the Chief of Dyess AFB.Matt served 20 years in the Air Force and was one of the fastest to the rank of E-9.He now works for Amazon and has also started his own business as the owner of Roll Cajun Boudin. He speaks highly to Honesty, Integrity, and Loyalty as...
2024-02-181h 04
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 7: From a clean Canvas to a Master Piece with Onesimo GonzalesSend a textOn Episode 7 of The Non-Standard Podcast I am joined with a Rucking Reservist who is on a mission to never settle and to keep winning.Onesimo is a Reservist in the US Air Force who also worked for a shipping company and he discusses how leadership is taught and expected in the Civilian world to how being a Reservist and winning on all levels.The key leadership traits we discuss in this episode are:GRITLeading by exampleBuilding relations Take care of your peopleP...
2024-02-111h 11
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 6: Q&A with Will on all leadershipSend a textThe first short episode on strictly Question and Answers on over 10 topics related to leadership.Will reached out to me on Tik Tok and was asking me some questions about leadership. I told him to hold on lets just have a podcast episode and he can bring the heat.We talk about:AccountabilityMonday morning QBCriticismFaithFailureNew leadershipI look forward to doing these twice a month so set your reminder for that mid week fire.If...
2024-02-0848 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 5: Dr Jago Survival instructor to Pastor and everything in betweenSend a textJago and I go back to 2006 when we both enlisted and met through Survival Evasion Resistance, and Escape training for the Air Force and really understood GRIT and Hard Work at an early time in our military careers. To see him continue his leadership and mentorship after the military while maintaining the true meaning of father figure,In this episode we cover some great topics:How to draw your line in the sand as a leaderNetworking is key to relationshipsAlways be 100% presentLead by servingS...
2024-02-041h 02
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 4: Ranger School and knowing the basics with SAPPER Juan!Send a textEpisode 4: The 3Hs kick us off strong with a close tie to the west coast life and how the physical hardships are some of the toughest to bounce back from.Then we dive into Ranger school and how the Army uses this course (which is open to every branch) to its full advantage and provide young leaders with the confidence to make decisions in stressful situations.Branching off into SAPPER school specifically for 12B and the extra life lessons from that.Finally we dive into the leadership p...
2024-01-2851 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 3: Embracing the Uncomfortable Journey with Aaron SchichtlSend a textOn episode 3 I jump into the world of getting uncomfortable and battling through tough times that we cannot plan for.Aaron and I know each other from the 1stphorm world and he recently joined the Army Reserves at 36 and talk about his weight loss journey to get there and taking control of his life.We discuss having kids and making time.Working through injuries and hardship that would cause most people to give up.Most importantly we go over the leadership philosophy in depth and talk...
2024-01-2156 min
The Non-Standard PodcastEpisode 2: Leadership styles Army vs Air Force w/ Manuel and ManuelSend a textOn episode 2.I am joined with Manuel Colomba an 11B now Army Recruiter and Rucking brother.Colomba and I dive into the different forms of leadership in the Army and Air Force at a young age. How my leadership philosophy applies and we break it down all four steps.We talk about 4 leadership traits anyone can add. GRIT, Taking Risk, Controlling time, and Relationships. Lastly we discuss 2 books you can add to your library!If you enjoyed the podcast, learned something, or just wa...
2024-01-141h 00The Non-Standard PodcastThe Non-Standard IntroSend a textInstead of your normal intro podcast on who I am and me talking to you. We flip the script with the help of my wife Tara Lamson. She plays host and interviews me with questions about my growing up, where I got my leadership from, my non-standard career, what is non-standard, what to expect on the podcast, and a little more great insight! Feel free to follow the journey by giving me a follow on IG at Mannymustache. If you want to talk about specific leadership topics you can email Thenonstandardpodcast@gmail.com We lo...
2024-01-0350 min