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• Travis Landchild: Stick Vet Comics & The Veteran’s Healing Journey

  Travis Landchild: Stick Vet Comics & The Veteran’s Healing Journey | The ToosDay Crüe This week, The ToosDay Crüe welcomes U.S. Army Veteran, Mental Health Specialist, author, and creator of Stick Vet Comics—Travis Landchild. His work blends truth, humor, spiritual conflict, and the raw reality of military transition into one unforgettable veteran-focused storytelling universe. As the author of Stick Vet Comics, Travis brings to life the challenges Veterans face as they re-enter the civilian world—using stick figures, dark humor, sarcasm, and spiritual symbolism to expose the invisible battles warriors carry long after service ends. His book, “From Warrior, To Veteran,” breaks down the emotional and spiritual path of cleansing, reintegration, and healing after war. Through YouTube chapter readings, teaching videos, and his Stick Nation Discord community, Travis continues his mission of helping Veterans grow, heal, and rebuild a meaningful identity beyond the uniform. As a former Army Mental Health Specialist responsible for the wellbeing of thousands of soldiers, Travis continues his purpose through storytelling, peer support, and a unique, brutally honest approach to the Veteran journey. In this episode, we explore: The origins and message of Stick Vet Comics Why humor—especially dark humor—is essential for Veterans The spiritual battle of transitioning from warrior to civilian The path of healing described in From Warrior, To Veteran The power of community, support, and telling the truth about trauma Learn more at stickvet.com Join Stick Nation. Heal. Laugh. Climb the mountain together.   🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com #StickVetComics #VeteranLife #ToosDayCrue #VeteranHumor #TravisLandchild #CombatVeteran #MilitaryMentalHealth #DarkHumor #FromWarriorToVeteran #VeteranHealing #StickNation #VeteranStories #MilitaryTransition #PostMilitaryLife #GritAndGrowth #MisFitNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Sravan Ankaraju: From Service to Cybersecurity with Divergence Academy

  In this episode of The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica welcomes Sravan Ankaraju, Founder of Divergence Academy—one of America’s fastest-growing vocational schools. Sravan shares how his mission-driven vision is transforming the modern workforce by equipping veterans and career changers with hands-on, career-ready skills in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and AI. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 and honored with the U.S. Department of Labor’s HIRE Vets Gold Medallion, Sravan and Divergence Academy are redefining workforce training for high-demand tech roles. Whether you’re a transitioning service member, career changer, or someone passionate about the future of work, this conversation offers invaluable insights on tech training, workforce development, and veteran empowerment. 🌐 Learn more at: www.divergence.one 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy the episode! 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com #Leadership #VeteransInTech #CybersecurityCareers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Healing on the Water: Laura Lindsey & Heroes on the Water Join the Crüe

  In this powerful episode of The ToosDay Crüe, we welcome Laura Lindsey, Development Director for Heroes on the Water, an incredible nonprofit helping veterans, first responders, and their families find healing through kayak fishing and outdoor wellness programs. Founded in 2007, Heroes on the Water provides free, community-driven, recreational wellness experiences proven to reduce stress, improve cognitive balance, and rebuild emotional resilience. Through volunteer-led chapters and therapeutic partnerships with the VA and DoD, this mission is changing lives nationwide. Laura brings her expertise in impact storytelling, philanthropy, and community engagement, helping supporters understand how purpose, connection, and belonging fuel true healing. Her message bridges the civilian–military gap and inspires every viewer to invest in our heroes’ wellbeing. Join us as we dive into the science behind nature therapy, why kayak fishing works, the unseen struggles of veterans and first responders, and how YOU can help create meaningful change. 👉 Learn more about Heroes on the Water: heroesonthewater.org 👉 Subscribe & watch all episodes of The ToosDay Crüe: youtube.com/@The_MisFitNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Elaine Brewer: Psychedelic Integration, Veteran Wellness & Trauma Recovery

  The ToosDay Crue welcomes Elaine Brewer — trauma-informed transformation coach, educator, author, and advocate for veteran wellness. Elaine is the author of Fck You, Watch Me*, a raw memoir about overcoming addiction, reclaiming purpose, and writing a new life script. Through her work as a Psychedelic Integration Coach with Transcend Coaching & Integration Services, Elaine helps veterans and individuals process trauma, regulate the nervous system, and transform identity. As the spouse of a retired Navy Special Operations veteran, she brings personal insight into the invisible wounds of service and the healing power of compassion and science-based practices. 🌐 Learn more about Elaine at: https://elainebrewer.com 👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation with the Crue — subscribe, like, and share to support stories of grit, resilience, and transformation! 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com #VeteranWellness #PsychedelicIntegration #ToosDayCrue #ElaineBrewer #TraumaHealing #AddictionRecovery #MilitaryFamilySupport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Sam Juan: Combat Veteran to Sacred Storyteller

  Sam Juan: Combat Veteran to Sacred Storyteller | The MisFitNation Show In this powerful episode, Host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Army Veteran, Cultural Support Team pioneer, multidimensional artist, and healer Samantha “Sam” Juan. Her life story spans war zones, sacred spaces, and the transformative power of creativity. Born Filipino-Persian, raised in Bahrain, and shaped by combat deployments in Afghanistan, Sam has lived at the intersection of cultures, conflict, and calling. She served alongside Navy SEALs, battled trauma and addiction, and rebuilt her life through art, ritual, spiritual inquiry, and soul-deep truth work. Today, Sam is a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, multidisciplinary artist, storyteller, and guide who helps others transform their pain into purpose. Through her work, she integrates military experience, creativity, and healing into a path of resilience, reinvention, and sacred reclamation. In this episode, Sam shares: Her journey from soldier to artist and spiritual seeker Lessons from serving on Cultural Support Teams with special operations How art became her medicine, mirror, and mission Her healing process through ritual, truth-telling, and self-rebirth What it means to turn trauma into something sacred Learn more about Sam: the1samjuan.com Subscribe for more veteran stories of grit, healing, and transformation. 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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