EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 1H 25M
From Combat to the Idaho Mountains: Veterans Talk Life After Service
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Welcome to North Idaho Experience! In this episode, we sit down with John and Austin from our North Idaho real estate team to talk about their brand-new outdoor lifestyle podcast and channel: The Next Ridge — a show built around hunting, outdoor living, mindset, and life in North Idaho & Montana. This conversation goes deep. John and Austin share powerful stories from their time in the U.S. Army, including intense deployments to Afghanistan, combat experiences, and hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and brotherhood. We also talk about the lifestyle shift that happens when veterans and first responders move to places like Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls, Sandpoint, and the Idaho Panhandle, where the outdoors, strong community, and freedom-based values help people heal and rebuild. You’ll also hear why John and Austin are launching The Next Ridge Podcast, what it means to keep moving forward in life, how the outdoors can reset your mind and spirit, and why North Idaho is becoming one of the top destinations for people seeking land, lifestyle, and a fresh start. If you’re thinking about relocating to North Idaho, our team is made up of veterans and former first responders, and we’d love to help you make the move smoothly.🛠 For Real Estate Services or Questions:Contact us at [email protected]: 208-618-4421For the most up-to-date real estate listings check out my North Idaho Experience mobile app - click above to start searching today!https://bk.homestack.com/northidahoexperience/?aik=khorstGrab our Relocation Guide: https://sholink.to/RelocationYour Ultimate Selling Game Plan guide: https://sholink.to/Sellerguide📌 Topics Covered in This Episode:Why North Idaho is a powerful “reset” location for veterans, first responders, and families seeking freedom, community, and outdoor living. Real-life military deployment stories from Afghanistan and how combat changes your mindset, perspective, and priorities. What “The Next Ridge” means—and how outdoors + purpose can help you move forward in life and avoid stagnation. 📍 Visit our website for more resources, real estate listings, and local content:https://northidahoexperience.com👤 Connect with The Next RidgePodcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjshkjkLoRSKynphMF2V7-xhqXUHuTLABJohn Fontaine -208-719-6881Austin Johnson - [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/northidahoexperience/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northidahoexperienceYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHz9XczupyJ93VRtqfQEW-gFor the most up-to-date real estate listings check out our North Idaho Experience mobile app - click above to start searching today!https://apps.apple.com/us/app/north-idaho-experience/id6755906887Grab our Relocation Guide: https://sholink.to/RelocationYour Ultimate Selling Game Plan guide: https://sholink.to/Sellerguide💼 Interested in sponsoring a future episode or collaborating with us?Email us at [email protected] 🛠 For Real Estate Services or Questions:Contact us at [email protected]: 208-618-4421Sponsored by:North Idaho Arms, LLC4013 West Riverbend Avenue, Post Falls, Idaho 83854(208) [email protected]://northidahoarms.com/Finding Freedom Idaho INCEqual housing opportunity======
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Welcome to North Idaho Experience! In this episode, we sit down with John and Austin from our North Idaho real estate team to talk about their brand-new outdoor lifestyle podcast and channel: The Next Ridge — a show built around hunting, outdoor living, mindset, and life in North Idaho & Montana. This conversation goes deep. John and Austin share powerful stories from their time in the U.S. Army, including intense deployments to Afghanistan, combat experiences, and hard-earned les...
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