Mallory lost her father in combat. She could have stayed quiet. Instead, she chose to speak. I’m grateful for every young guest who’s come on this show and reminded us that resilience doesn’t wait for adulthood. We don’t platform people because of age. We platform people because of impact. Listen…
When I transitioned out of the Army, I thought I was overqualified... reality hit different. Transitioning humbled me fast. What’s something in your career that didn’t go the way you expected? #MilitaryToCivilian #PodcastClip
She said she was going to show up for veterans. And then she did. On the podcast, Ella shared her plan for “Valentine’s for Veterans.” Not long after, she and her nonprofit Ella's Angels were in Glendale handing out Valentine’s bags to veterans... reminding them their service is never forgotten.…
She planned for 100 families... 237 showed up. Watching a young leader realize the real-world impact of service is something you don’t forget. Last week’s episode with Ella (nonprofit founder of Ella's Angels) is a reminder of what happens when you stop waiting, start small, and show up anyway. 🎧…
I see a lot of people selling programs to folks who aren’t ready. If you’re not screening people… If you’re not preparing them… If you’re just taking their money because they can pay... That’s NOT leadership. On this show, we have honest conversations about standards, responsibility, and what real leadership…
If you’re a father, your leadership at home matters more than any title you’ll ever hold. In this week's episode, I asked Ella who her biggest inspiration was. She didn’t hesitate.... “My dad.” And when he joined us on camera, you could see the pride, the humility, and the example…
Not every conversation is about getting someone to act today. Sometimes it’s about planting the seed. And trusting that when the time is right… it grows. 👇 What’s a piece of advice that didn’t hit until years later? #Leadership #GrowthMindset #PersonalDevelopment #Encouragement #Mentorship
She didn’t just learn about her family’s military history. She let it shape her mission. Now, at 16, she’s honoring that legacy by serving veterans through her nonprofit, Ella’s Angels. In this episode of The Morning Formation, we talk about family legacy, sacrifice, and what it means to truly appreciate…
She’s 16. She runs a nonprofit. AND she’s written TWO books (including a financial literacy guide for teens.) Way to go, Ella! In this episode of The Morning Formation, we discuss youth leadership, financial literacy, and what happens when young people stop waiting and start building solutions. 🎧 Listen to…
A 16-year-old honoring veterans better than most adults. In this episode, Ella Shabazian shares how her nonprofit Ella’s Angels @ellasangelsorg is serving families, launching scholarships, and creating real events for veterans. Service doesn’t have an age requirement. 🎧 Check out the full episode! It just released today on The Morning…
What happens when a 16-year-old decides to stop waiting and start serving? We sit down with Ella Shabazian, the founder of Ella’s Angels, to unpack how a small idea—help more people now—grew into a youth-led nonprofit feeding hundreds, funding scholarships, and delivering care to veterans and children’s hospitals. Ella shares…
Not every veteran lives near a VA hospital. And not every veteran knows they have options. A year ago, Michelle Lang (Operation Honor Rural Salute) joined me to talk about something that still doesn’t get enough attention: rural veterans and the gaps in care they’re facing. Community care. Access to…
We prepare service members for deployment. We don’t always prepare them for what comes after. And sometimes, coming home is the hardest mission of all. 👇 Veterans: did coming home feel harder than leaving? #VeteranLife #MilitaryVeterans #MentalHealth #MilitaryTransition
Trying to control everything will break you. This moment from a recent episode hit hard because it’s real life. Ever been in that place where you had no answers… and had to surrender control? #shorts #podcast #mensmentalhealth #leadership
I didn’t grow up gentle… and I’m thankful for it. My dad was in the military and he raised me with structure, discipline, and accountability. It wasn’t always “fun”… but it made me who I am. 👇 Question for you: Did strict parenting help you… or hurt you? Drop your…
Corporate stress and entrepreneur stress aren’t the same… but both are real. Some people thrive in corporate. Some people thrive building something of their own. I’m curious... have you experienced both worlds? Which one fit you better (and why)? 👇🏽 Tell me in the comments. 🎧 And if you haven’t…
You can have money, status, and success… and still feel broke. Because real wealth is having someone to go home to. 👇 What’s one thing that makes you feel truly “rich”? #PodcastClips #FamilyFirst #LifeLessons
Transitioning out of government or military isn’t just about income… it’s about identity and culture shock. My guest, George Gammon gets real about what corporate really felt like after federal service. 👇 Comment: Have you experienced this too? 🎧 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁. #CareerTransition…
Behind the badge. Behind the title. Behind the tough guy act... there’s a human being carrying a lot. 👇 Drop your thoughts: What’s one thing you wish men could talk about without shame? - - - - - - - - - - - Full episode with my guest, George…
Here’s something that doesn’t get said enough: Service isn’t only measured by deployments or combat zones. It’s measured in missed birthdays, missed holidays, and being where you had to be instead of where you wanted to be. If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear your perspective. 🎧 And…
Leadership isn’t just about titles or careers. It’s also about how you show up at home, how you communicate, and what you model for the next generation. This conversation with George Gammon goes way deeper than parenting. We talk identity, faith, burnout, brotherhood, and rebuilding life after the badge. 🎧…
This podcast isn’t about pretending we have it all figured out. It’s about real stories, real failures, and what we learn when life doesn’t go as planned. You don’t need to be military, law enforcement, or a first responder to find value here... you just need to care about growth,…
I used to work for this guy. Now we’re sitting down talking about identity, burnout, and what happens after federal service. George Gammon went from Federal Air Marshal to entrepreneur... and the road in between wasn’t clean or easy. 🎙️ New episode is live! Worth your time if you’re navigating…
A steady paycheck can hide a deeper problem: when the badge comes off, who are you without the brotherhood? We sit down with former Federal Air Marshal George Gammon to unpack the messy, human side of career transition—from a medical retirement and a bruising run through corporate investigations to a…