The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
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In life, we all face battles—some are visible, and others are fought within.
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast dives into the journeys of those who have not only survived adversity but transformed it into strength, success, and purpose. Hosted by KP Phillips, a combat military veteran, Bronze Star recipient, law enforcement veteran, BJJ Practitioner, and proven leader with years of experience, this podcast explores stories of resilience, mentorship, survivability, and transformation.
From the frontlines of Mosul during Operation Iraqi Freedom to the heart of Southern California, KP knows what it means to adapt and thrive beyond struggle. Whether it’s about bouncing back from personal loss, rebuilding careers after setbacks, or finding new missions in life, TMF Podcast takes you beyond the struggle and into the heart of real-life triumphs.
Tune in, & discover how you, too, can turn obstacles into opportunities, survive the toughest of battles, and emerge a hero of your own story.
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"Soledier Socks"Was Created with Combat Necessity with Founder Elle Rueger and Combat Navy Vet Tommy
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
09/07/22 • 31 min
Warriors, Fall in...
Today, I’m joined with the founder of a company that’s in the business of making military inspired socks. I’m also joined with an Afghanistan combat war Veteran who inspired this husband and wife team to create this American owned business.
On The Morning Formation Podcast, we talk about military career transition, well I was approached by this company, heard their story, how things came to fruition for them, and how much they’ve been helping our community. So, I wanted to share this company’s story with you!
So, right now, some of folks listening might be thinking “Socks?” Why? Who cares, right? Well, I’m here to tell you that if you’ve ever conducted:
A. 10 mile plus ruck march with a 40 lbs plus pack
B. Ever been deployed for months and months in the extreme climate or
C. You’re constantly on your feet doing work tasks, such as construction, medical, or first responder type of work
Then, you know and understand that footcare is optimal. Today, we’re going to hear the story and evolution of Soledier Socks from one of the founders, Elle Rueger and were going to kick off this show today meeting one of their closest friends, Tommy, who helped inspire Soledier Socks!
Get 20% off Soldier Socks! Use the discount code: TMF
https://www.solediersocks.com/tmf
Other resources mentioned:
DOD E-library (ebooks/audiobooks for veterans)
https://www.dodmwrlibraries.org/Fed VTE (free cybersecurity training for veterans)
https://fedvte.usalearning.gov/
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USA Made socks with a Purpose. 20% off with code: TMF
https://www.solediersocks.com/tmf
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Tactical Drone Pilot Course for Executive Protection, Bodyguard, and PSD Operations with Covered 6 Founder & CEO Chris Dunn
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
08/10/22 • 61 min
Warriors, Fall In! It’s time for formation!
Today we’re joined with a professional who has over 30 years of professional experience between the US Army, law enforcement, and private sector security.
He created the first “Private Security Specialist” training standard for the US Department of Labor. And has trained thousands of professionals in private security, executives, law enforcement, and foreign officials. And the list just goes on and on with what this man has accomplished. His name is Mr. Chris Dunn and he is currently the CEO and Founder of Covered 6, which is a business that offers some best, cutting edge in security training, risk assessments, and implementation.
Over the span of his professional career, he’s developed a lot of vital aspects regarding the safety and security for the general public and today we’re going to talk about the Tactical Drone Pilots Course for Executive Protection and Dignitary Protection, Body Guard and PSD Operations.” With today’s evolving tech scene, drones have been engaged in helping the security front of this ever-changing and violent world.
Covered 6 (C6) Main Website:
https://www.covered6.com
e-Learning Website:
https://covered6institute.com/
Training Academy:
https://c6securityacademy.com
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ycz70Vq8BxlmZ6ww6iZWg
Connect with Chris Dunn on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-dunn-1025632a/
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USA Made socks with a Purpose. 20% off with code: TMF
https://www.solediersocks.com/tmf
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Holistic Healing and Trauma Recovery: Insights from Athena Desai
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
12/11/24 • 57 min
Athena Desai, a visionary holistic trauma specialist, takes us on an enlightening journey through the integration of Eastern medicine, life coaching, and creative expression to facilitate healing. From her personal transition from broadcast journalism to holistic healing, inspired by her own health challenges and Eastern philosophical roots, Athena shares transformative insights. Listen as she reveals the profound impact of trauma on both mental and physical health and the compelling role of practices like yoga and mindfulness, especially for veterans and first responders. Athena’s story is one of resilience and innovation, offering nontraditional healing through acupuncture and trauma-informed yoga.
Spirituality and self-awareness emerge as powerful allies in the journey from trauma to healing. Athena describes how cultural influences shape our sense of agency and how finding a spiritual connection can offer peace and perspective. Her work underscores the importance of listening to our bodies and seeking balance, particularly for those in trauma-exposed professions. Athena's dedication to integrating ancient wisdom with modern practices highlights breathing as a universal tool for managing stress and making sound decisions, offering veterans and first responders a path to clarity and self-discovery.
We explore the unique challenges faced by veterans and the compounded traumas they endure. Athena emphasizes the need for societal support and understanding, advocating for creative and nontraditional healing strategies. She also highlights the journey of authenticity and overcoming imposter syndrome, encouraging individuals to embrace their true selves. Experience Athena’s passion and commitment to fostering a safe space for healing and growth, inviting listeners to reconsider their approach to trauma recovery and the potential of holistic practices.
Athena’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/soulfulhealingandcouncil?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Athena’s Website: https://www.soulfulhealingandcouncil.com
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USA Made socks with a Purpose. 20% off with code: TMF
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Challenge of Fitness & Business After the Uniform with USS Battle Series CEO & Navy Vet Cliff Walker
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
05/04/22 • 26 min
Warriors, Fall In!
Today, we're joined with the founder of a Veteran owned physical fitness challenge that brings the battleground of the course to some of America's heroic, mechanized and historic ships across the Nation. Cliff Walker is not just a Navy Gulf War Veteran, but also a retired firefighter, so fitness is the top priority for this highly motivated business owner.
His business is called "The USS Battle Series and is described as such on their website:
"USS BATTLE SERIES is a functional fitness competition that brings a new level of awareness in terms of health, fitness, and mental well-being for our United States Armed Forces, First Responders and those in our local communities that support our brave men and women.
These events will honor and pay respect to our American heroes. Held aboard retired United States Naval aircraft carriers and battleships homeported throughout the United States of America.
These United States Naval ships with the men and women aboard have bravely served our country with honor, pride and commitment around the world protecting our freedom and liberty allowing us to live our lives in the land of the free, home of the brave.
The USS BATTLE SERIES will travel full steam ahead into locations such as..... California, New York, Hawaii, Texas, and many more exciting homeports."
Join us on this interesting conversation with Cliff where he talks about USS Battle Series, his military service, and what it took for him to start this endeavor!
USS BATTLE SERIES IG:
https://www.instagram.com/uss_battle_series/
USS BATTLE SERIES Website:
https://ussbattleseries.com
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USA Made socks with a Purpose. 20% off with code: TMF
https://www.solediersocks.com/tmf
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Uber's Career Opportunities For Our Military Community with Army Veteran Michael Pett
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
08/31/22 • 48 min
Warriors, Fall In. It's time for formation.
Today I'm joined with an Army Veteran who now serves as the Head of Veteran and Military Programs for Uber.
In today’s episode you'll be surprised and intrigued by the amount of opportunities within this awesome company. Maybe you'll and see these opportunities within Uber in a different light?
There are a ton of opportunities and growth, within Uber, for a career after the uniform. Today, I’m joined with Michael Pett, who’s going to discuss his own transition and how Uber plans to connect with military community career seekers after the uniform.
Connect with Michael via LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpett1/
Join Uber's Military, Veteran, & Partners (MVP) Group:
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13849193/
Michael's Email:
[email protected]
Uber's Military, Veteran, & Partners (MVP):
https://www.uber.com/us/en/careers/mvp/
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Please Support & Donate to the Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/themorningform
USA Made socks with a Purpose. 20% off with code: TMF
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Journey From Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) to a Military Women's Influencer with Althea From She Vets It
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
03/09/22 • 50 min
I’m joined with an Army Combat Veteran today, who is not only an influencer for our women veterans, but she is also a mother of five. She was stationed in Germany and served a nine-month deployment in Afghanistan as aviation operations specialist.
While serving in the military, our guest today suffered a major setback when she was involved in a terrible accident that caused Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that would eventually end her military career. Today, we are joined with Althea Willliams, who is the founder of “She Vets It, which is a support group for women veterans that was born from three things:
1. The growing issues facing our women veterans today
2. To help other women Veterans overcome obstacles and
3. She Vets It was also created to harness as a therapy mechanism for her own battle with Post Traumatic Stress.
Today, we are going to talk about her organization’s mission, the many issues facing women veterans, and learn a little more about Althea.
Check out She Vets It Website:
https://shevetsit.com
Connect with She Vets It Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/she_vets_it/
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Bridging the Gap for Veterans Through the Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
07/12/23 • 37 min
Transitioning from a military career to civilian life can be challenging, but Lester Lombad, a veteran Air Force and current President of the Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce, has navigated this journey with impressive success. How did his security clearance and background play a significant role in helping him find a job? Listen in as we delve into his unique experiences as a military spouse and entrepreneur, and how his involvement with the Southern Nevada Veterans Chamber of Commerce has been pivotal in providing resources to veterans and military families.
The Chamber's various programs and partnerships, such as the Emerging Vets and Players (MVP) Program, have made a considerable impact in the veteran community. But what challenges do veterans face in finding the right resources to meet their needs? Lester shares his insights on the importance of raising community-wide visibility for veteran nonprofits and state-sponsored programs, and how the Chamber's efforts have helped bridge the gap between veterans and employers.
Finally, we shed light on the often under recognized veteran populations in places like Hawaii and Las Vegas, and the role the West Coast plays in military outreach. As we explore the support provided by the Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce, Lester offers valuable advice for other veterans looking to succeed in their personal and professional lives. Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true champion for the veteran community.
Lester's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/lesterlumbad_official
Follow Lester on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lesterlumbad_official/
Lester's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesterlumbadsnvcc/
Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce: https://www.snvcc.org/
Follow us on YOUTUBE! https://youtu.be/8g6L_NN3XGQ
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Act Now & Execute Your Goals Edition: Bookkeeping with Danielle through Act Now Education
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
02/28/22 • 17 min
Warriors, Fall In...It’s time for our Act Now & Execute Edition.
I enjoy highlight folks in our military community who are out there taking advantage of the educational opportunities and today, I am joined with a military spouse, Danielle, who is a member of Act Now Education and was recently presented and took a job opportunity with Intuit and it was all in part to a certification that was exclusively offered through Act Now Education.
For more military community education opportunities: www.actnoweducation.com
Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ACTNOWEDUCATIONGROUP
A Day in the Life of Bookkeeping on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/4yUD26K4IKM
Accounting Coach:
https://www.accountingcoach.com/
Danielle's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-nc-alvarez/
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The Difference Between a Job and a Profession with Medal of Honor Army MSG Earl Plumlee
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
02/23/22 • 38 min
Today, we are very fortunate to be join with a Medal of Honor recipient who began his military career by joining the Oklahoma Army National Guard, while he was still in high school.
Shortly after his high school graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps from the year 2000 to 2008, which included many assignments all over the world as well as deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005 and again in 2008.
After his last deployment, as a US Marine, our guest today decided to join the US Army Special Forces in 2009. In April of 2013, our guest then did another combat deployment to Afghanistan where his experiences, vast military training, and true grit would be challenged on 28 August 2013, when enemy insurgents conducted a complex attack on his FOB and today, I am so grateful to have Medal of Honor US Army Master Sergeant Earl Plumlee as a guest on The Morning Formation Podcast.
Army Medal of Honor MSG Plumlee:
https://www.army.mil/medalofhonor/plumlee/
MoH MSG Earl Plumlee Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/earl_plumlee_official/
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From Black Hawk Pilot to Yoga Advocate: Sarah Moore's Journey to Mental Health
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast
08/14/24 • 47 min
Imagine the life of a former Army Black Hawk pilot who faced immense pressure and severe anxiety, leading to a life-altering panic attack. In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Sarah Moore, who poignantly shares her journey from post-9/11 enlistee to aviation officer, and how the intensity of military life steered her toward advocating for mental health. Sarah reveals the prevalent unhealthy coping mechanisms in the military, such as excessive drinking and lack of sleep, and explains how these experiences fueled her mission to support other veterans through her business, Blue Side Yoga.
As the only female service member in her family during wartime, Sarah offers a unique perspective on the emotional and physical struggles faced by military families. She discusses the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life, dealing with PTSD, and managing post-deployment pain, as well as her journey from military service to federal law enforcement. This profound realization of the need for mental health resources led to the creation of Blue Side Yoga, a program aimed at helping veterans scientifically understand and manage stress. Sarah emphasizes the importance of reintegrating into family life and finding a sense of home again.
We also explore the transformative power of yoga and meditation for veterans and first responders, with Sarah recounting how a neurosurgeon's recommendation sparked her personal journey with yoga. From overcoming common misconceptions to understanding the mind-body connection, Sarah highlights the mental and physical benefits of yoga.
We introduce innovative virtual training programs like the "Warrior Mindset" and "Mountain Athlete" courses, designed to prepare participants for mental and physical challenges. The episode culminates with an exciting 12-week program that includes a trek in Nepal, aimed at fostering mental fitness and holistic healing. Join us for an episode packed with invaluable insights and actionable advice on mental health and well-being.
All links and socials we discussed (includes links to the free warrior mindset workbook): https://www.bluesideyoga.com/links
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How many episodes does The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast have?
The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast currently has 99 episodes available.
What topics does The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Career, Eco, Army, College, Podcasts, Education, Philosophy, War, Government and Military.
What is the most popular episode on The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast?
The episode title 'Breaking the Mold From the Military to Business Owner with AF Veteran Joelle Choe' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast?
The average episode length on The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast released?
Episodes of The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast?
The first episode of The Morning Formation (TMF) Podcast was released on Jan 30, 2021.
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