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Leadership Loading Podcast
by Go Heroes Inc.
Understanding how leadership works can help you construct a route for the future, no matter where you are in your career. This podcast is here to help you get started and stay motivated. Join our host Jason McClaren as he interviews experts and shares advice on how to pursue a better life using different tools, techniques, motivation and encouragement. Because leadership is an uphill climb, this podcast will teach you the ideas, techniques, and process of becoming a transformative leader. This is the Leadership Loading Podcast, Leadership Inspired!A Go Heroes Inc. production.
Episodes
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150 How Cliche Larke Scaled Her Business With Smart AI and Six-Figure Contracts
Cliche Larke went from educator to entrepreneur; scaling LC Business Services into a powerhouse that lands six-figure government contracts. In this Leadership Loading Podcast episode, she breaks down how AI can elevate small businesses if used the right way. Inside the episode: Why blindly using…
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149 Rebuilding Brotherhood: Owen Marcus on Emotional Leadership for Men
In this powerful episode of Leadership Loading, host Jason McClaren sits down with Owen Marcus, founder of MELD (Men’s Emotional Leadership Development), to explore how men—especially veterans and first responders—can rebuild emotional strength, reconnect with community, and transform stress into...
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148 From ER to Esq The Leadership Pivot of Rusty Reynolds
Rusty Reynolds went from hospital halls to courtroom battles. In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, he shares how his early career in healthcare shaped his mission-driven law practice in Frisco, Texas. Learn how he carved out a successful niche by blending ER urgency with legal...
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146 From PTSD to $8M How Aaron “Sergeant Q” Quinonez Built Resilient Teams
From living in his car after a home invasion and crippling PTSD… to building a multi-million-dollar janitorial company and helping thousands of people strengthen mental resilience — Aaron “Sergeant Q” Quinonez journey is nothing short of extraordinary.In this episode of Leadership Loading, host...
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145 Building Better Leaders with People, Planet, and Profit – Gary Polk
Gary Polk, founder of the Polk Institute Foundation, joins the Leadership Loading podcast to share how social entrepreneurship and leadership values can change your business, and your life. From being a banker in Beverly Hills to building a tuition-free nonprofit helping underserved…
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144 The Forgotten WWII Entertainers and What They Teach Us About Leadership with Bob O’Connor
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren speaks with Bob O'Connor, author of Jeep Show: A Trooper at the Battle of the Bulge. Bob shares the little-known history of enlisted WWII entertainers—troops who risked their lives to perform just behind the front lines to…
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143 From JAG Officer to Veteran Advocate Chad Carter’s Mission Beyond the Uniform
In this powerful episode of The Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren welcomes Chad Carter, a retired Air Force Judge Advocate turned passionate veterans’ advocate. Chad shares his compelling journey from aspiring prosecutor to JAG officer and how he’s now fighting for veterans' rights...
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142 What Hangs in the Balance with Philippe Johnson Ethical Leadership in Action
🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Philippe Johnson—retired Air Force officer, military attaché, and author of What Hangs in the Balance. Philippe shares his journey from a military upbringing to a 24-year career in the Air Force, and how his...
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141 From Infantry to Extract Labs: Craig Henderson’s Mission to Heal Veterans Naturally
🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Army veteran and Extract Labs founder Craig Henderson to dive into the misunderstood world of cannabis and CBD — and how it's transforming lives for veterans and civilians alike.💥 Hear Craig’s journey from...
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140 From Marine to Business Owner: Michael Johnson’s Journey Through Service, Struggle, and Success
In this episode of Leadership Loading, Jason McClaren sits down with Michael Johnson, a former Marine turned business owner, to uncover his extraordinary journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Learn how a 9/11 calling led Michael to the Marines, why he walked away from a corporate...
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139 The Strategy Shift From Combat to C-Suite with Dr. John Hillen
In this episode of The Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren sits down with Dr. John Hillen—former U.S. Army cavalry officer, Assistant Secretary of State, business executive, and author of The Strategy Dialogues. From serving on the Iron Curtain during the Cold War to helping CEOs unlock...
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138 From Coast Guard Buoys to Financial Blueprints with Ashton Young
🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren sits down with Ashton Young, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran turned wealth advisor and podcast host. Ashton shares his incredible journey from juggling fast food jobs to becoming a financial advisor helping families, entrepreneurs,...
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137 From Firefighter to CEO: Kevin Tacher’s Blueprint for Business and Leadership Success
Discover how firefighter-turned-entrepreneur Kevin Tacher transformed his service mindset into a multi-million dollar title business. In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Kevin shares how his experience in emergency services shaped his leadership philosophy, his journey from real...
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136 How This Veteran Turned Knee Pain Into a Global Coaching Mission | Renee Moten
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with fitness coach and knee pain expert Renee Moten. From battling her own knee injuries to helping others avoid surgery, Renee shares her powerful journey and how she turned adversity into a global coaching…
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135 From Drone Strikes to Storytelling | Matthew James Jones
🎙️ Leadership Load Podcast with Jason McClaren 📚 Featuring: Matthew Jones, veteran, author, and literary editor 🎧 Listen as we explore Matt’s gripping journey from dishwasher to naval officer to bestselling author. In this episode, Matt shares: His motivation to join the Canadian military and...
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134 Why This Navy Veteran Had to Rethink Everything After Retiring | Gayle Walker
After 21 years in the Navy as a nurse, Gayle Walker found a completely new calling—helping families through some of life’s most critical moments. In this inspiring episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren talks with Gayle about her transition from military life to founding her...
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133 Why Most Veterans Struggle After Service and What Needs to Change | Blake Bourne
Welcome to Leadership Loading with Jason McClaren!In this episode, Jason talks with Blake Bourne, Executive Director of Veterans Bridge Home, about military service, transitioning to civilian life, and building a community that truly supports veterans.🔗 Links Mentioned:👉 Veterans Bridge Home:...
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132 From Combat to Coaching How This Army Vet is Helping Veterans Thrive | Philip Ayles
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Army veteran and emotional intelligence coach Philip Ayles. Philip shares his powerful journey from a troubled youth in Dayton, Ohio to a 24-year military career, and now his mission to guide fellow veterans...
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131 Why He Almost Didn’t Join the Army at 34 and What Changed His Mind | Chez Cesak
In this episode, Jason McClaren sits down with Chez Chesak — Army veteran, travel writer, and executive director of the Outdoor Writers Association of America. From nearly missing the military age cutoff to writing for Good Housekeeping, Chez shares his inspiring journey of resilience, purpose…
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130 How This Entrepreneur Turned a TikTok Video Into a Million-Dollar Brand | Justin Baer
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren chats with Justin Baer, the entrepreneurial mastermind behind Collars & Co. Justin shares his incredible journey from launching a nonprofit event calendar to creating Check-In Easy, which landed him a gig at Google’s holiday party....
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129 Why Traditional Leadership Fails in Modern Teams | Jimmy Malik
🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with leadership coach and strategist Jimmy Malik. Jimmy shares his transformative journey from a high-pressure leadership role at META to becoming a leadership coach focused on a "connection-first" approach. If...
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128 Turn Your Business Green and Boost Profits with Shel Horowitz
In this episode of The Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren chats with Shel Horowitz from Going Beyond Sustainability. Shel shares his incredible journey from grassroots activism—where he led a movement that stopped a 40-luxury-home project in just 13 months—to becoming a leading voice...
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127 How Military Values Create Exceptional Leaders | Justin Habash, PhD
💡 How can military leadership skills translate into success in the civilian world? Join us as we talk with Justin Habash, Senior VP at the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, about leadership values, military-to-civilian transitions, and how anyone can develop the courage to lead.🔗...
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126 From Army Intelligence to Saving Lives The Power of Purpose | Nick Padlo
Army veteran and West Point grad Nick Padlo had a thriving business, but behind the scenes, he was struggling with addiction and mental health. In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren talks with Nick about his journey from military intelligence officer to...
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125 Why AI Won’t Replace Content Creators (And What You Must Do Now) | Lolly Spindler
From Teacher to Six-Figure Content CreatorIn this episode of the Leadership Loan Podcast, host Jason McClaren talks with Lolly Spindler, a content marketing expert who went from teaching English in Spain to running her own successful agency.📌 What You'll Learn:How to turn your existing skills…
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124 The Secret to Leadership Growth You Haven’t Heard Before | Kelly Meerbott
In this powerful episode of The Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren is joined by Kelly Meerbott, a renowned TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and author of From Burnout to Bliss. Kelly shares her incredible journey from being laid off unexpectedly to becoming a trauma-informed…
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123 The Blueprint for Scaling a Successful Service Business with Jason Noel
🔹 Want to grow your service business but don’t know where to start? Jason Noel from CEO Warrior shares expert insights on leadership, scaling, and business success in the trades industry. 🚀🔗 Learn More About CEO Warrior: https://www.ceowarrior.com📅 Upcoming Live Event - March 6-7, Nashville…
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122 Why Most Leaders Stay Stuck and How to Break Free with Chris Feeman
🔥 In This Episode:Join us as we sit down with Chris Freeman, Chief Commercial Officer at Guardant Health, to explore leadership, career transitions, and the impact of military experience in the biotech industry. From his time in the Army to leading in healthcare, Chris shares powerful insights…
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121 From Military to Millions: How Veterans Can Build Thriving Startups with Ryan Micheletti
In this episode of Leadership Loading, host Jason McClaren chats with Ryan Micheletti, Head of Global Operations for Founder Institute and venture capitalist at The Veteran Fund. Ryan shares his journey from serving in the California Army National Guard to becoming a successful entrepreneur and...
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120 From Combat Zones to Boardrooms: Leadership Lessons from Dr. Sean Siler, CEO of VIGILINT
In this episode of Leadership Loading, host Jason McClaren sits down with Dr. Sean Siler, CEO of VIGILINT and a veteran with over 33 years of service in the U.S. Army. Dr. Siler shares his incredible journey from enlisting as a medic to becoming a brigade commander and ultimately leading…
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119 Mastering Self-Leadership: The Secret to Becoming an Unstoppable Leader with Mags Bell
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren welcomes Mags Bell, an international leadership expert and speaker who specializes in helping individuals master the art of leading themselves before leading others. Mags shares insights on the power of self-leadership,...
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118 Crafting Your Digital Brand with Paige Arnof-Fenn
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren chats with Paige Arnof-Fenn, founder and CEO of Mavens & Moguls, a global branding and digital marketing firm. With over 23 years of experience, Paige shares insights into creating a strong online presence, building a personal...
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117 From Marine Corps to Master Distiller: Eric Dominijanni’s Journey with FIOR Scotch
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren welcomes retired Marine Corps Major Eric Dominijanni, CEO and founder of Fior Scotch. Eric shares his journey from serving 20 years in the Marine Corps to becoming a culinary school graduate and ultimately founding his own...
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116 From Infantry to Industry: How Steve White Leads from the Front in Disaster Recovery
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Steve White, President of PuroClean, a U.S. Army veteran, and franchising expert. Steve shares his inspiring journey from serving in mechanized infantry to building a thriving career in franchising, with nearly…
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115 From Navy Chief to Nonprofit Leader: Jason Holden's Journey of Service and Impact
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren welcomes Jason Holden, Chief Operating Officer at Joni and Friends and retired Navy Chief Master Chief. They discuss Jason’s inspiring journey from military service to leading impactful nonprofit initiatives. Jason shares...
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114 From Navy Captain to Author: Mark Fava’s Leadership Secrets Revealed!
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren welcomes Mark Fava, retired Navy Captain, author, and seasoned aviation lawyer. Mark shares his journey from earning an ROTC scholarship to commanding a P-3 squadron and how his military experiences laid the foundation for his...
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113 Road to Rail Innovation with Kevin Damoa: From Military Service to Transforming Logistics
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren speaks with Kevin Damoa, a military veteran and entrepreneur making waves in the logistics and technology industries. Kevin shares his journey from joining the Army after 9/11 to becoming an innovator with his company, Glide,...
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112 Air Force Logistics & Leadership: Robert Lomonaco on Career Transitions and Strategic Growth
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren chats with Robert Lomonaco, a retired Air Force captain and logistics expert with a diverse career in military service and civilian industries. Robert shares his journey from ROTC to leading large-scale logistics operations and his...
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111 SEAL Leadership and Financial Success: Kaj Larsen on Transitioning and Wealth Building
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren interviews Kaj Larsen, a former Navy SEAL, successful entrepreneur, and financial services innovator. Kaj shares his journey from being a water polo athlete and Naval Academy graduate to serving as a Navy SEAL officer and…
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110 Overcoming Challenges in Leadership: Jay Wiley on Sobriety, Transition, and Service
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren speaks with Jay Wiley, a Navy veteran and the leader behind two impactful organizations: Confidential Recovery and the Veterans Navigation Center. Jay shares his candid journey through the Navy, struggles with perfectionism and...
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109 Leading Through Service and Pivoting for Success: A Conversation with Tom Aiello
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren sits down with Tom Aiello, founder of March Marketing and Operation Good Boy, to discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, and supporting the military and veteran community. Tom shares his journey from a decorated Army officer to...
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108 From Combat Engineer to Diversity Advocate: Leadership and Inclusion with Greg Jenkins
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, Jason McClaren sits down with Greg Jenkins, a retired U.S. Army veteran and founder of Greg Jenkins Consulting, a leading provider of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) solutions. Greg shares his journey from a 28-year military career to...
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107 Air Force Lessons and Memoirs: A Conversation with Retired Colonel Bill Cimino
Join host Jason McClaren as he sits down with retired Air Force Colonel and author, Bill Cimino to discuss his inspiring military career and his memoir, Manifestations of Apprehension. From navigating challenges in pilot training to finding success as a navigator, Bill shares his story of...
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106 From Starbucks Incident to Startup: How Anna Redmond is Revolutionizing Security for Businesses
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Anna Redmond, founder of Braave, a security startup focused on simplifying and enhancing security for mid-sized businesses. Despite her unconventional path into security, Anna has built a thriving business that...
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105 From Military Service to Politics: Leadership Lessons and Political Insights with Randy Purham
In this episode; Randy Purham dives deep into his journey from military service to political consulting, shares essential tips for veterans and leaders interested in politics, and discusses how he balances his roles at the local, county, and state levels. He offers valuable insights on…
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104 From Marine Captain to Olympic Hopeful: Riley Tejcek's Journey of Leadership and Resilience
In this episode of Leadership Loading, host Jason McClaren sits down with Riley Tejcek, a Team USA bobsledder, Marine Corps Captain, and a trailblazer for female service members aiming for the Olympics. Riley shares her journey from Division I softball at George Washington University to the…
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103 Writing Your Bio-pedia: Preserving Your Life Stories with Dr. Latayne Scott
In this episode of Leadership Loading, host Jason McClaren sits down with Dr. Latayne C. Scott, a professional writer with over 31 books in print, to discuss a unique way to document your life story called a Bio-pedia. Dr. Scott shares how this approach can help veterans and others write their...
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102 From Army Ranger to Reality TV: How Dr. Tom Hall Conquers Life's Peaks & Challenges!
In this episode, host Jason McClaren sits down with Dr. Tom Hall, a former Army Ranger, college football player, and now a doctor, to discuss the concept of "peaks" in life. Tom shares his journey from military service to overcoming challenges in football, mountaineering, and even starring in...
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101 How to Get Featured in Major Publications: Expert Tips from a Fractional CMO | Ashley Couto
In this episode, host Jason McClaren chats with marketing expert and fractional CMO, Ashley Couto. With 20 years of experience in helping individuals and businesses build their personal brands, Ashley shares her insights on how leaders and entrepreneurs can use publications to grow their…
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100 We Challenged a Military Leader to Share Her Secrets of Success! | Eronica Dew
In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, hosts Jason McClaren and Eronica Dew dive into the themes of intentional leadership and resilience. Featuring guest Eronica Dew, CEO and founder of BES Solutions, and a U.S. Air Force veteran, this conversation explores her leadership journey…
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Understanding how leadership works can help you construct a route for the future, no matter where you are in your career. This podcast is here to help you get started and stay motivated. Join our host Jason McClaren as he interviews experts and shares advice on how to pursue a better life using different tools, techniques, motivation and encouragement. Because leadership is an uphill climb, this podcast will teach you the ideas, techniques, and process of becoming a transformative leader. This is the Leadership Loading Podcast, Leadership Inspired!A Go Heroes Inc. production.
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Understanding how leadership works can help you construct a route for the future, no matter where you are in your career. This podcast is here to help you get started and stay motivated. Join our host Jason McClaren as he interviews experts and shares advice on how to pursue a better life using...
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