RealTOC Podcast with Cameron Hardin

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Glenn Baker, a Desert Storm veteran, country music artist, and founder of the Walk for a Hero Foundation.Glenn’s story is one of unbelievable resilience in the face of profound systemic failure. In 2017, a bogus domestic disturbance call led to 10 police officers knocking on his door. He was handcuffed in his doorway and spent 75 days wrongfully imprisoned across two states without access to an attorney, due process, or even a clear explanation of why he was arrested. To make matters worse, an untreated infection caught while incarcerated spread to his eye, leaving him blind on his right side and spiraling into a dark year of depression.Then, a single moment changed everything. Handed a microphone at a local bar, Glenn reconnected with his passion for country music. He began writing and performing again, eventually heading to Nashville to record powerful tracks like "Freedom" and "No New Normal."But his mission didn't end on the stage. After encountering exoskeleton technology—wearable robotics that allow paralyzed individuals to walk again—Glenn realized his true calling: helping wounded service members stand tall once more. Today, through his Walk for a Hero Foundation, he is on a crusade to empower 100 paralyzed veterans to walk across concert stages across America.Tune in as Glenn and Cameron discuss:The shocking realities of local judicial corruption and wrongful arrest.Battling depression and rebuilding a life from absolute zero.Navigating the music industry and finding an authentic voice.The life-changing potential of exoskeleton technology for paralyzed veterans.Taking personal responsibility to support veterans when institutions fall short.Subscribe to RealTOC for more unfiltered conversations with extraordinary guests who turn adversity into action.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Glenn Baker:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theglennbakerbandWebsite: https://finishthisfight.us/Website: https://walkforahero.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe⁠Special thanks to Gunner Gear:https://gunnergear.com/#VeteranStories #Exoskeleton #Wrongfullyimprisoned

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Marine Corps veteran Dave Lynch at Carterville Soap Company, an invite-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training academy tucked away in Cartersville, Georgia.The episode kicks off on the mats, where Dave walks through fundamental Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu positions like half guard and side control. He demonstrates practical self-defense techniques, including submissions like the Kimura and Americana, and explains the tactical concept of "cooking" an opponent, a method designed to wear down an attacker using leverage and pressure rather than brute force. Dave shares how the academy frequently works with local law enforcement and military veterans, providing specialized training that directly translates to real-world control and safety. He also breaks down how BJJ principles align with the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) and why wrestlers often transition so naturally, and rapidly, into the sport.After rolling on the mats, the conversation transitions to the RealTOC studio, where Dave opens up about his military service. He shares candid stories from his time as an engine mechanic in the Marine Corps, deploying overseas, spending more than a year at sea, and navigating the harsh realities of deployment near Somalia in the early 1990s.Dave also details his transition back to civilian life, from putting himself through college to earning a computer science degree and launching a career in software engineering. He opens up about the steep learning curve of adjusting to corporate culture after years in uniform, the value of financial discipline, and his passion for passing those lessons on to his children.Finally, Dave reveals how he is blending his technical expertise with his passion for helping fellow service members. He discusses building a custom AI tool that analyzes VA documentation, helping veterans identify secondary service-connected conditions, determine proper claim ratings, and navigate the complex VA claims process with confidence.Whether you're interested in martial arts, military service stories, tech innovations, or practical veteran resources, this episode delivers an inspiring, grounded look at life after the uniform.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes. If you or someone you know has a story to share on RealTOC, check out the link below to submit a form.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Dave Lynch:Email: [email protected] a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqeSpecial thanks to Gunner Gear:https://gunnergear.com/#BrazilianJiuJitsu #VeteranStories #MarineCorps #VAClaims

On today's episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin visits the Top Dogg K9 Foundation to take an in-depth look at how service dogs are specifically trained to support disabled military veterans. Guided by Master K9 Trainer "Top", a US Army veteran and former Atlanta Police Department Red Dog unit officer, we explore the life-changing difference between emotional support animals and fully accredited service dogs.Top demonstrates how specialized K9 training provides veterans with essential assistance for physical and mental health challenges, including PTSD, night terrors, and anxiety. Learn about unique training techniques such as "blocking" to dissolve confrontational energy, building confidence on obstacle courses, and why service dogs are trained in up to 18 different languages to prevent public distraction.Later in the studio, Top reflects on his journey from growing up in Atlanta to joining the military, his time as a K9 trainer in Hawaii, and his tenured service in the APD's high-intensity Red Dog unit during the 1980s and '90s. The conversation dives deep into complex topics: the history and economic impacts of the crack epidemic, systemic issues in policing, changing rules of engagement, and the silent struggles veterans face returning to civilian life.From vinyl record collections to the future of AI and job markets, this transparent interview delivers powerful truths on community, resilience, and brotherhood.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Top Dogg K9 Foundation:Website: https://topdoggk9.orgNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#ServiceDogs #VeteranSupport #VeteranStories #K9Training

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Air Force veteran Tyler Bowser to unpack an incredible story of resilience, redemption, and dedicated service to the veteran community.The episode begins on location at the American Legion in Canton, Georgia, where the Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Coalition gives away three donated cars to deserving veterans and their families, bringing their lifetime total to 85 vehicles delivered to those in need.Moving back to the studio, Tyler opens up about his journey both in and out of uniform. From his early days growing up in Southern California to his time at Eglin Air Force Base, where a split-second, life-saving act on a runaway bus earned him Commendation Medals and Airman of the Year honors, Tyler shares the moments that shaped his early career. He candidly discusses the personal tragedies and severe challenges that followed his military service, including the heartbreaking loss of his young daughter to Spinal Muscular Atrophy, two overseas deployments as a contractor in Afghanistan, and his struggles with trauma, bipolar disorder, and severe alcoholism.Tyler recounts the humbling turning point that led him to rock bottom, living in his car and staying at a shelter in downtown Atlanta, and how a powerful spiritual awakening in 2016 helped him commit to sobriety and rebuild his life. Today, through his work with Connecting Georgia Veterans and local partners, Tyler uses his journey to raise millions for veteran assistance, connect former service members with crucial resources, and bridge the gap between younger veterans and community organizations.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Tyler Bowser:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-bowser-07748825/Website: https://www.connectinggeorgiaveterans.org/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#Veteranstories #RealTOC #VeteranSupport #Purpleheart

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Georgia State Representative and Special Forces veteran David Clark. Starting out at Back Nine Golf in Woodstock, GA, for an indoor golf simulator match, the two kick back before heading into the studio for a candid, open discussion about public service, military duty, and the state of American politics.David opens up about his journey from growing up in a large family of 10 in Gwinnett County, Georgia to joining the U.S. Army Infantry in 2006 alongside his brothers. He shares his story of returning to service in 2019 to join the 20th Special Forces Group as a Green Beret, all while balancing his responsibilities as an elected official in the Georgia House of Representatives, a husband, and a father.In this wide-ranging conversation, David and Cameron dive deep into:The Dual Life: Juggling covert military duties in Special Operations while serving as an active state representative.Integrity & Accountability in Government: Calling out political corruption, losing a chairmanship for taking a moral stand, and how power exposes true character.Local vs. Federal Power: Why state and local politics impact everyday life far more than Washington, D.C., and why more everyday citizens and veterans need to step up.American Values & History: Looking back at founding principles, finding moral clarity, and why open dialogue is the key to bridging political divides.Whether you're interested in military history, grassroots politics, or genuine conversations about leadership and faith, this episode offers an authentic behind-the-scenes look at what it truly means to serve.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell for more real veteran conversationsConnect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with David Clark: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votedavidclark/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-clark-11935066/Website: https://www.votedavidclark.comNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqeSpecial thanks to Back Nine Golf | Woodstock: https://thebackninegolf.com/local/woodstock-ga/Special thanks to Gunner Gear:https://gunnergear.com/#veteranstories #DavidClark #GreenBeret #GeorgiaPolitics

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Anthony Klimbal to chat about his love for cars and his military career. We kick things off at a local car show with a former Army wheeled-vehicle mechanic (MOS-91B) to explore his lifelong passion for imports, tuners, and car culture. From collecting thousands of Hot Wheels as a kid to dreaming of a Porsche 911 GT3 RS (and currently rocking a boosted Honda Accord 2.0T), Anthony breaks down what makes the car community so special, how Fast & Furious shaped an entire generation of enthusiasts, and why modern tuning beats raw straight-line speed.Then, we head back into the studio for a candid conversation about his service in the U.S. Army. Enlisting at just 17, right out of high school, Anthony signed up to be a 911B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. He shares what it was like navigating basic training at Fort Jackson during the peak of 2021 COVID restrictions, enduring nocturnal AIT schedules at Fort Lee, and landing his very first duty station with the elite 5th Special Forces Group at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.Anthony opens up about the reality of working alongside Special Forces operators, maintaining military vehicles during high-stakes desert exercises from Death Valley to the Mint 400 in Las Vegas, and the unique challenges young soldiers face when entering high-profile units without traditional structure. We also dive into his decision to transition back to civilian life, managing an auto repair shop, pursuing a degree in business organizational management, and learning how to navigate life after military service at 23 years old.Whether you’re a gearhead, a veteran, or someone figuring out your next move in life, Anthony’s story offers an honest look at passion, service, and finding your own path.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Anthony Klimbal:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.klimbal.1Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe⁠Special thanks to Gunner Gearhttps://gunnergear.com/Special thanks to Gerarado Hernandez and Car Community Connection:https://www.facebook.com/groups/603565554642257#CarCulture #ArmyVeteran #veteranstories

In this episode, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Susan Worsley, the Director of North Georgia Angel House, a licensed child-caring institution in Cherokee County, Georgia, that offers refuge, healing, and hope to girls in foster care aged 12 to 21. What began 21 years ago as a single home has expanded under her leadership into a vibrant 5-cottage campus named after beautiful flowers.Susan shares her compelling journey from serving as an intelligence specialist in the U.S. Navy, where she was one of the first women deployed on a Marine frigate, to dedicating 36 years to residential social services. We tour the campus and explore Angel House's unique, highly structured approach to care. Unlike traditional lockdown facilities or institutional settings, Angel House focuses on building character, decision-making skills, personal responsibility, and real-life career planning in an open, home-like environment.We dive deep into the real-world challenges facing foster care systems today: high staff turnover, runaway dynamics, trauma de-escalation, and human trafficking risks in major metropolitan hubs like Atlanta. Our guest breaks down why criminalizing runaway behavior misses the root problem and shares innovative solutions, including dedicated runaway units, tech-based resource apps, and allowing youth to keep their pets through Angel House’s status as a licensed animal shelter.Whether discussing military discipline, supporting youth as they transition to adulthood, or reforming child welfare, this conversation highlights what it truly takes to fight for vulnerable kids.Whether you are interested in veteran interviews or curious about how local organizations operate, this conversation provides an honest perspective on what it takes to care for vulnerable youth.Susan's story of service extends far beyond her time in the Navy, proving that commitment to others is a lifelong pursuit. We explore the practical aspects of managing the North Georgia Angel House and why veteran stories like hers are essential for understanding community resilience. You will walk away with a better grasp of the dedication required to sustain long-term child welfare support efforts and the human side of nonprofit work.Subscribe for weekly real-life stories and interviews that matter. Let us know in the comments: what topics should we cover in our next veteran interview segment?Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Susan Worsley: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanworsley/Website: https://www.angelhousega.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#FosterCare #VeteranStories #YouthAdvocacy #USNavy

In 1996, Navy SEAL recruit Dustin Turner’s life was altered forever. Following the horrific murder of Jennifer Evans, a crime committed by his fellow SEAL trainee, Billy Joe Brown, Dustin was convicted and sentenced to 82 years in prison. Despite maintaining his innocence regarding the murder itself and admitting only to aiding in hiding the body under the pressure of a misplaced "SEAL code," Dustin spent over three decades behind bars fighting for justice.In this special episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Dusty Turner for one of his most raw, detailed, and unfiltered interviews since his release.In this episode, we dive deep into:The Night of the Incident: Dustin’s first-hand account of the tragic events in Virginia Beach and the split-second decision that ruined his life.Systemic Failures: How false polygraph interpretations, military politics, and prosecutorial misconduct led to a wrongful conviction.Life Inside the System: Navigating three decades in maximum-security prisons, surviving prison culture, and finding solace through horticulture.The Reality of Parole: The ongoing struggle with probation, unexpected re-arrests, and re-traumatization after walking free.Looking Forward: Dustin’s mission to help wrongfully convicted veterans and rebuild a life that paused in the 1990s.Dustin’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, the flaws within our judicial system, and the fight for total vindication. Watch the full episode to hear the truth in his own words.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe⁠#DustyTurner #WrongfulConviction #TrueCrime #NavySEAL

What happens when you mix sourdough science with military survival? In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Dick Johns, a former Navy SEAL and sniper instructor, for a raw conversation about transition, mental health, and... the perfect sourdough blueberry muffin.Before diving into the heavy stuff, Dick takes us into the kitchen to show us how he uses his sourdough discard (meet "Jason" the starter!) and a secret ingredient, sour cream, to bake the ultimate muffins. But baking is more than just a hobby for Dick; it is a lesson in delayed gratification and a therapeutic escape from the chaos of life.Back in the studio, the conversation gets incredibly real. Dick opens up about his 13 years in the SEAL teams, from the brutal realities of BUDS training (including a terrifying pool encounter with a "silverback gorilla" of an instructor) to multiple deployments in Iraq and Guam. He dives deep into the high divorce rates in the Special Forces community, his own transition into corporate tax work, and his deeply personal journey with therapy, sobriety, and learning to give himself grace.This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the struggle or how chaotic the transition, finding connection and sharing your story is the ultimate way to heal.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Dick Johns:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-johns17/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqeSpecial thanks to Gunner Gear: https://gunnergear.com/#NavySEAL #SourdoughBaking #MentalHealthMatters #veteranstories

Join us as host Cameron Hardin steps onto a ladder and into the world of professional roofing with Zach Floyd, a former Army National Guard supply sergeant who traded mortar for shingles. From the perspective of a veteran with an unstoppable work ethic, Zach walks us through what it's really like to be a commercial roofer.Follow along as Zach demonstrates a "watered down" version of a roof inspection, pointing out everything from granule loss and ventilation failures to the damage caused by improper flashing and exposed nails. He shares his knowledge of standard materials vs. metal roofing and explains why proper maintenance is key. Then, Zach takes us back to his Middle Georgia roots, sharing hilarious and relatable stories about growing up in Jeffersonville, fighting with brothers, and the unique brand of "redneck entertainment" that built his immune system.He speaks candidly about his time as an artilleryman and supply sergeant in the 48th Brigade, his deployment to Afghanistan, and the life-altering injury that eventually led to his transition out of active guard service. Now, a 100% commission-based roofing sales specialist, Zach reveals why this career was the "best decision he ever made", from the freedom to be home with his kids to the rewarding feeling of fighting and winning for clients against insurance companies. This episode of RealTOC has it all: trade secrets, veteran stories, and the heart of a truly stubborn (in a good way) entrepreneur.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Zach Floyd:Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/zfloyd3⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.goroofingatl.com/⁠Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#RoofingLife #VeteranEntrepreneur #VeteranStories

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Donny Rocci, a former U.S. Army sniper, veteran of the Iraq War surge, and dedicated special education administrator. We start the day on the water for some fishing before heading into the studio to dive deep into a journey defined by transition, identity, and service.Donny opens up about the grit required to lose 50 pounds just to enlist, the sharp cultural contrast between active duty and the reserves, and the "ripping off the Band-Aid" reality of transitioning from a 15-month combat tour to a college classroom in just weeks. He shares the honest struggles of losing one’s identity after leaving a specialized unit and the dark periods of wandering that many veterans face when the mission suddenly disappears.The heart of Donny’s story lies in his "accidental" discovery of special education. He reflects on how working with students with autism gave him a renewed sense of purpose that rivaled his time in the military. As he prepares for a new chapter in Colorado, Donny discusses the importance of vulnerability, the power of mentorship, and why fulfillment is the ultimate key to happiness. We are also joined by his son, Ryan, as they look forward to their family’s next big adventure.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Donny Rocci:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donaldrocciLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donny-rocci-60bb795a/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#VeteranStories #ArmySniper #SpecialEducation

In this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Ben Hammond for a raw and honest conversation that goes far beyond the bike trails of Blankets Creek Trail in Georgia. Ben opens up about his journey from serving in the military to transitioning into civilian life, a path marked by challenges, introspection, and the pursuit of true purpose.We dive deep into the essential, often-overlooked topics of modern masculinity and what it truly means to be a "competent man" in today’s society. Ben shares his personal experiences with fatherhood, the importance of faith in navigating life’s toughest transitions, and how he uses his passions, like mountain biking, as a necessary mental reset. This episode isn’t just about gear or trails; it’s about the struggle to find balance, the necessity of silence in a distracted world, and the intentional effort required to raise the next generation of leaders.Whether you're a veteran seeking connection, a father looking for guidance, or someone simply trying to navigate the complexities of life with faith and resilience, this conversation offers a profound perspective. Ben’s story is a powerful reminder that our past struggles don’t define us; they shape us into who we are becoming.Join us as we explore what it means to lead well, love intentionally, and remain grounded through it all. Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Ben Hammond:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hammond-bab74b189/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenBlock15Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#Masculinity #Fatherhood #VeteranStories

On this episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Harding joins Aaron Lasenyik on his grueling 22 kilometer walk for a very special cause.Prepare for an authentic look into the transition from active duty to civilian life. Aaron covers the specific challenges faced by veterans and first responders, offering insight into the mental and physical demands of these professions. This conversation is not a traditional story; it’s a detailed blueprint of what it means to lead a life dedicated to service, no matter the obstacle. Aaron doesn't hold back as he details his remarkably varied path, from his early days in the Marine Corps through a transition into the Air Force, and ultimately finding his purpose as a firefighter and paramedic.We dive into his experiences on the front lines, both in the military and in the intense struggle against COVID-19. Aaron discusses the challenges of being a public servant, overcoming significant personal setbacks like a DUI, and the invaluable lessons he’s learned along the way. His story is one of unwavering resilience, constant adaptation, and the critical importance of creating supportive, collaborative communities for our veterans. Subscribe for weekly RealTOC stories, and comment below with your thoughts on the most challenging aspect of transitioning from service to civilian life. Be sure to hit that like button to support Aaron’s journey, and tap the notification bell for more powerful, deep-dive RealTOC interviews with the everyday heroes making an impact in our communities.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Aaron Lasenyik:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronlasenyik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaronl76MilVet Community: https://www.facebook.com/milvetcommunityorg/?locale=ms_MYNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe⁠#veteranstories #usairforce #usmarines #milvet

In this gripping episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down at the Broken Anchor for a bourbon flight with Navy Veteran Nathan Hariciano. What starts as a casual bourbon tasting quickly unfolds into an unforgettable journey through a life defined by sheer grit, survival, and unexpected turns.Nathan shares the terrifying details of surviving a hydraulic failure on a flight deck that blew him 89 feet into the ocean, his grueling year-long recovery, and his transition into high-stakes overseas contracting with Triple Canopy. From witnessing the stark realities of evil in Africa to dealing with the isolating nature of classified missions, Nathan opens up about the powerful bonds formed in the military and how veterans use dark humor as a vital coping mechanism.Most importantly, he shares his deeply personal battle with mental health, the critical moment that saved his life, and his timeless philosophy for everyone listening: "Know more, do more, be better."Tune in for raw stories, leadership lessons, and an authentic look at what it truly means to survive the suck and find your purpose.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#VeteransStory #RealTOC #MilitarySurvival

In this special episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin joins the Shepherd's Men Memorial Day walk, accompanied by MilVets, as we honor service members.On this recent Memorial Day walk, starting at Reformation Brewery in Canton, GA and concluding at Reformation Brewery in Woodstock, GA, we capture the spirit of the day as participants carried American flags, fostering meaningful conversations about the true purpose of the holiday. This episode is for anyone interested in local community remembrance efforts and veteran support events.Throughout the route, the focus remained on solidarity and reflection. By walking together, the group highlights the importance of keeping the memory of fallen service members alive. You will see how a simple trek between two local breweries can serve as a powerful act of unity and respect for those who sacrificed everything.How do you choose to honor Memorial Day in your own hometown? Let us know in the comments.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Shepard's Men: https://www.shepherdsmen.com/Connect with MilVet: https://milvetcommunity.org/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#VeteranSupport #MilVet #ShepardsMen

Refurbishing Cowboy Boots, Vietnam Era Service & Life Lessons with Gary MandigoIn this compelling episode, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Gary Mandigo to dive into his unique world of refurbishing vintage cowboy boots. Gary walks us through his meticulous process, from sourcing unique materials online and sanitizing them in direct sunlight to applying creative, custom touches like gold-plated bottoms and artistic leather dyes for his "Gary Wayne Studio" brand.Beyond the workshop, Gary shares powerful, intimate stories from his life. He recounts his journey into the Air Force in 1972 to avoid the draft during the Vietnam era, reflections on military camaraderie, and his experiences working near notable figures like General Risner. Gary also opens up about his personal struggles, including memory challenges and past relationships, offering profound wisdom on the importance of human connection in a digital age.He challenges younger generations to step away from screens, prioritize genuine conversation, and find purpose through faith and community. This conversation is a fascinating blend of practical craftsmanship, raw history, and deep philosophical insights.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#CowboyBoots #MilitaryHistory #VeteranStories

In this powerful episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Chad Armstrong for an unfiltered look at his remarkable life journey. From being a bullied teenager who turned to kickboxing for survival, to navigating the complexities of military service, contracting in Iraq, and training Ugandan forces, Chad’s story is one of profound resilience.Beyond the combat and training, Chad shares the harsh reality of transitioning from the military to civilian life, the struggles of the National Guard, and his experience dealing with abandonment and mental health challenges after 15 years of service. Now, as a dedicated financial advisor and founder of ACE Veteran Consulting, Chad is on a mission to fill the gaps he experienced himself. He provides invaluable insights into VA claims, tax benefits, and the importance of advocating for veteran well-being. Whether you’re a veteran, active duty, or someone overcoming your own obstacles, Chad’s story of turning adversity into purpose is an inspiration. Tune in for lessons on leadership, resilience, and finding your identity after service.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠⁠Connect with Chad Armstrong:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aceveteranconsultingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadjarmstrong/Website: https://aceveteranconsulting.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠⁠Special thanks to Full Throttle Fitness: https://fullthrottlemma.com/Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#VeteranSupport #MilitaryTransition #ResilienceJourney

In this episode, host Cameron Hardin sits down with Jamie Scrubas, a U.S. Navy veteran whose life changed in an instant when he suffered a massive stroke while playing golf. Jamie takes us through the harrowing moments of losing his mobility, the grueling days of intensive rehab at the Shepherd Center, and the stubborn determination that fueled his refusal to accept a "never walk again" prognosis.Jamie’s story isn't just about survival; it’s about a profound rehabilitation of the soul. From serving 26 years in the Navy and Navy Reserves to battling the pressures of recruiting duty, he opens up about the lifestyle hurdles that led to his health crisis and the radical changes he made to reclaim his life.Today, Jamie is back on the green, not just as a player, but as a coach for visually impaired golfers and children on the spectrum. We wrap up with his most exciting chapter yet: representing the USA in the Cairns Cup, the adaptive golf version of the Ryder Cup. Jamie’s message is clear: you are exactly where you are supposed to be, and there is always a way forward.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comDisability Golf: https://thecairnscup.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#AdaptiveGolf #StrokeRecovery #VeteranStories

What happens when a Navy Avionics Technician decides to trade helicopter maintenance for winemaking? Meet Joshua Carson, the founder of Broken Anchor Winery in Acworth, Georgia. In this episode, host Cameron Hardin joins Josh as he takes us behind the scenes of his 12-year journey from hobbyist to professional vintner, cashing out his 401k to build a community hub that is anything but a traditional "stuffy" winery.Josh breaks down his unique winemaking philosophy, using minimal oak to let the Georgia grapes shine, and shares the hilarious (and slightly chaotic) reality of running a small-batch winery, from hand-corking bottles when the pneumatic machine fails to the story behind their famous "Unicorn Tears" label. We also dive into his life in the Navy, from the dangerous flight decks of the USS Truman to the monotony of deployment care packages.Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a veteran, or an aspiring entrepreneur, Josh’s story of grit, community support, and "the Bud Light of wine" is proof that you can build something incredible right in your own backyard.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠RealTOC.com⁠⁠Connect with Josh: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokenanchorwinery/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBrokenAnchor1Website: https://brokenanchorwine.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#VeteranOwned #VeteranStories #USNavy

Join host Cameron Hardin as he uncovers Andy Robinson's journey from a Marine Corps veteran to a world-class mindset coach, which is a masterclass in resilience and the power of human will. In this episode, Andy shares his incredible story, from serving two tours in Iraq and surviving a life-altering Humvee explosion to rebuilding his life as a successful entrepreneur and coach.After sustaining severe injuries, including a broken neck and legs, Andy faced a pivotal choice: succumb to his limitations or design a new, fulfilling future. He chose the latter, moving across the country to San Diego and later Georgia, transitioning from finance into high-impact mindset coaching.Today, he helps small business owners and realtors rewire their thinking to achieve their "next version" of themselves. This conversation dives deep into the "light bulb moment" that changed his trajectory and explores how he maintains an unwavering belief in a better version of life, regardless of circumstances. Whether you're feeling stuck or looking to level up, Andy's insights on desire-based decision-making and mental fortitude will provide the blueprint you need to move forward.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcast⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcast⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@realtoc⁠Website: ⁠RealTOC.com⁠Connect with Andy: Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/lfgmindFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lfgmindLinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/lfgmindWebsite: https://www.lfgmind.comNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6⁠Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0⁠Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PfSFyH⁠Top Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4cY013P⁠Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4sNxNx0⁠30% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):⁠ ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#MindsetCoach #VeteranStories #MarineCorps

Rally Point Grille isn’t just a place to grab a burger, it’s a "mission" and a "ministry" for those who served. In this episode, host Cameron Hardin sits down with owners Ralph and Carrie, two U.S. Marine Corps veterans who have turned their Woodstock restaurant into a living museum and a sanctuary for the veteran community.From the "Missing Heroes Table" displayed 365 days a year to the "Knights of the Round Table" group of Vietnam veterans who meet every Friday, Ralph and Carrie share the profound impact of creating a space where service members feel seen and understood. You'll hear the incredible story of two veterans who reunited after 50 years at the grill, and how Carrie broke barriers as one of the first female Marines to earn gold jump wings.Whether you’re a veteran looking for your "tribe" or an entrepreneur seeking inspiration on building a culture-first business, this conversation covers the heart of what it means to serve your country and your community, during and after service.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Rally Point Grille/Semper Fi Bar: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RPGWoodstockInstagram: https://instagram.com/SemperFiBar15TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rallypointgrilleWebsite: https://woodstock.rallypointgrille.comNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: https://bit.ly/4bIczd7Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe

In today's episode of RealTOC, host Camerin Harden sits down with Anthony Abbott, known to many as Gunny, to talk about his fascinating and deeply personal journey. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Gunny joined the Marine Corps at 19, dedicating 21 years of service to his country.From infantry roles and challenging recruiting duty to prestigious assignments at the United States Embassy, Gunny shares the stories behind his storied career. He provides a candid look at the adjustments of military life, from personal relationships to parenting two daughters while moving around the globe, from Japan to Syria.Hear about Gunny's transitions, changing Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs), and the mentorship that shaped him. He also gives us a glimpse into his "Marine room," where he keeps prized possessions like his KA-BAR.Most importantly, we celebrate Gunny's achievements, which include being gifted one of the most interesting awards of his career: a quilt of valor. Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.com Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠ Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates:https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan):https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save:https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans:https://bit.ly/4cY013P Support Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30):https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30):https://bit.ly/3PglBqe #MarineCorps #VeteranStories #SemperFi

Cameron Hardin sits down with Jason Quinn, a retired Marine and the founder of Bunker Skateboards. Jason shares his powerful journey of service, faith, and resilience, starting with his "Shred Cancer" event at Veterans Skate Park. Inspired by the loss of his mother, Jason has partnered with Restoration Farm to raise funds for cancer research, turning personal grief into a mission for the community.Jason opens up about his challenging upbringing, his elite military career in Marine Recon, and the life-altering TBI he sustained during a double IED attack in Afghanistan. He discusses the concept of the "stone mask", the emotional armor developed for combat, and the difficult but necessary process of removing it to find healing through faith and family.Beyond the board, Jason highlights his work with Shepherd’s Men, advocating for veterans dealing with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. Whether he’s unveiling a "new era" for Bunker Skateboards or discussing the importance of "mind, body, and spirit," Jason’s story is a testament to surrendering control and finding purpose in the fight.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Jason Quinn:Website: https://bunkerskateboards.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunkersk8co/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: https://bit.ly/4bIczd7Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#MarineCorps #TBI #VeteranStories

Host Cameron Hardin sits down with Jack Norton. Jack shares a powerful story that spans Marine Corps leadership, deployment to Afghanistan, veteran transition work, and his passion for Second Amendment advocacy. From time on the range at Northwood Farms to a deeper conversation in the studio, Jack opens up about growing up in a gun family in Georgia, his path through Navy and Marine ROTC at the University of South Carolina, and how military service shaped his views on discipline, responsibility, and leadership by example. Jack also reflects on his 2010 Afghanistan deployment, his work helping veterans and military spouses find civilian careers, and why he believes the Second Amendment is one of the most important constitutional rights. This episode is packed with insight on firearms education, Marine Corps values, self-defense training, veteran life after service, and practical advice for young men trying to find purpose, direction, and resilience in life. If you enjoy veteran stories, military podcasts, Second Amendment discussions, and leadership lessons, this conversation is worth watching.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Jack Norton:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-norton-78678b63/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090458690162Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe#MarineCorps #SecondAmendment #VeteranStories

In this high-energy episode of RealTOC, host Cameron Hardin sits down with the multifaceted Eric Leekum, a man whose life journey reads like an action-adventure novel. From the competitive world of bodybuilding and strongman competitions to the tactical challenges of being a military recruiter and infantryman, Eric has seen it all.We start the day at Cards HQ, the massive "card depot" in Georgia, where Eric takes us "hunting" for rare Pokémon finds. Watch as he breaks down the high-stakes world of card grading, explains the price gap between English and Japanese sets, and shares the nostalgia of growing up as an introverted "nerdy kid" trading cards at school.But Eric’s story goes much deeper than hobbies. He opens up about a challenging childhood, witnessing domestic violence, and how that fueled his desire to join the military to protect others. He shares the "soul-crushing" moment his first military scholarship fell through due to recruiter deception and how he eventually found his path as a Platoon Sergeant with three deployments under his belt—including stints in Afghanistan, Poland, and Syria.We also dive into his recent experience as a contestant on Mr. Beast’s "Beast Games," where he competed as part of the "Strong" tribe among 200 of the world’s most elite athletes and minds.Key Highlights: The Card Life: Exploring the $6,500 booster boxes and the nuances of PSA grading. Military Realities: The truth about recruiting, infantry life, and the camaraderie found in unexpected places like a Polish 9-to-5 deployment. Beast Games: Behind the scenes of one of the world's biggest reality shows.Words of Wisdom: Eric’s powerful message on humility and choosing joy despite past trauma.Subscribe for more deep dives into the lives of extraordinary veterans!Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: https://bit.ly/4bIczd7Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe

Host Cameron Hardin sits down with Hunter Corse. Hunter, a former scout sniper, shares his journey from military service to owning a coffee shop in Acworth, Georgia. Inspired by his Cuban heritage, he demonstrates how to make traditional Cuban coffee while reflecting on his upbringing, combat experience in Afghanistan, and struggles after returning home. A turning point with his daughter led him to sobriety. Today, he honors veterans, embraces his purpose, and encourages others to prioritize connection, resilience, and personal growth.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Hunter Corse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cranes.coffee/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hunter.luis.corseWebsite: https://cranescoffee.com/Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRCC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe

Tom Stratton is a U.S. Army veteran who served as a Cavalry Scout. He enlisted at the age of 23 and was deployed to Iraq twice. Upon returning from deployment, he faced immense personal loss, including a divorce, losing his home and possessions, and having to start his life over from scratch. In his words, being a father saved his life. He became heavily involved in veteran advocacy and serves as the Cherokee County Veterans Committee chair, working to support veterans in his local community. He found his true purpose and a path to healing when he became involved with veteran support groups, where the camaraderie and shared experience proved to be profoundly therapeutic.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Tom Stratton:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thomas.stratton.883533Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe

Neil French served as a U.S. Army intelligence analyst before he was selected for the Army Warrior Fitness Team, a specialized unit focused on fitness outreach and recruiting. It was his "dream job" where he was paid to work out and travel. Neil grew up with a strong military influence in his family and developed a passion for fitness at a young age. After leaving the military, he founded his own health and fitness company, Prove In Health, that helps men in their 40s and 50s regain their health, confidence, and energy. He's a husband, a father of two daughters, and a man of strong Christian faith.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Neil French:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neilfrenchfitness/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/proveinhealthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@neilfrenchfitnessNominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe

Cameron Hardin is a U.S. Army combat veteran and former contestant on the hit CBS series Big Brother, season 25, where he was voted America's Favorite Player. Dad, musician, and self-proclaimed country boy, Cameron now adds host of the veteran-led show RealTOC to his resume. RealTOC is the Tactical Operations Center for life in and after service. Host Cameron Hardin sits down with highly accomplished veterans to decode what it means to succeed in life, optimize their career or business, be a good dad and husband, and rise above the hardships that often accompany life after military service.Connect with RealTOC:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtocpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtocpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtocpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtocWebsite: RealTOC.comConnect with Cameron:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameron.h.bb25/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronhardin44Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552565750408Nominate a veteran to be a RealTOC guest: ⁠https://bit.ly/4bIczd7⁠Find the Best Deals and Maximize Your Benefits:Veteran Auto Insurance Rates: https://bit.ly/4rCwuA6Buy a Home with $0 Down (VA Loan): https://bit.ly/4bi5pO0Compare Home Insurance Rates & Save: https://bit.ly/3PfSFyHTop Credit Cards & Perks for Veterans: https://bit.ly/4cY013PSupport Veteran-Owned:30% Off Black Rifle Coffee (Code: GET30): https://bit.ly/4sNxNx030% Off BRC Subscriptions (Code: COFFEE30): https://bit.ly/3PglBqe