Navy Corpsman to Filmmaker | Terry Weaver’s Story of War, Faith & Purpose

Some people leave the battlefield… and build something even bigger. On this episode of The ToosDay Crüe, hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica sit down with US Navy Veteran Terry Weaver—a former Navy Corpsman who served alongside U.S. Marines in Kuwait and Iraq (2002–2003) as a combat medic. Terry’s journey started in San Bernardino, California, and took him straight into war—where he experienced the realities of combat and the responsibility of keeping others alive. After his honorable discharge, Terry didn’t slow down. He earned a degree from Texas A&M’s Mays Business School, became a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and later completed a Master’s in Biblical Studies. But that’s just the beginning. Terry has since: • Founded the nonprofit VEL Institute • Written five books • Built a career in sales and marketing • Become an award-winning actor • Produced multiple films • Written, produced, and directed his first feature film — “The Beast of Trinity Texas” Today, Terry is on a mission to inspire others through faith, creativity, storytelling, and leadership. This episode dives into combat, transition, purpose, faith, and what it takes to build something meaningful after service. 🎙️ In This Episode Life as a Navy Corpsman embedded with Marines Combat deployments to Iraq and Kuwait Transitioning from war to civilian life The power of faith and purpose Building a nonprofit and creative career From writing books to directing a feature film Using storytelling to impact lives 🔗 Connect with Terry Weaver 🌐 Website https://thebeastoftrinitytexas.com/ ✍️ Substack https://terryweaver.substack.com 🔥 Follow The ToosDay Crüe 🎥 Watch all episodes https://www.youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation Hosted by: 🇺🇸 Jake Holland – US Army Veteran 🎙 Stephen LaMonica – Business Leader & Show Host Terry turned his life experience into purpose, creativity, and impact. 👉 What are YOU building with your story? Drop it in the comments. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 📢 Share this with someone chasing their next mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices