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Oct. 7, 2025

How One Marine Vet Built His Law Firm on Integrity #shorts

Money comes and goes, but your reputation stays. In business, leadership, and service, some chase the money, others chase the mission. Knowing where you stand matters more than ever. In the most recent episode of š—§š—µš—² š— š—¼š—æš—»š—¶š—»š—“ š—™š—¼š—æš—ŗš—®š˜š—¶š—¼š—» š—£š—¼š—±š—°š—®š˜€š˜, Marine Vet and attorney Leo Fuentes shares why doing the right…

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Oct. 7, 2025

Breaking Barriers: Marine Vet Leo Fuentes Launches His Own Law Firm

When Marine Corps veteran Leo Fuentes decided to launch his own personal injury law firm, he approached it with the same fearlessness that guided his military service and legal career. This candid conversation explores the exciting and challenging journey of building a law practice from the ground up with authenticity…

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Oct. 2, 2025

Military Influencers Are You Serving or Selling? #shorts

Wanna hear some hard truth?... Not every military influencer is really about the community. Too often, personal brand and business opportunities take the front seat, and serving others gets pushed aside. Ambition isn’t the enemy, but when the mission shifts from service to self, authenticity disappears. I'm curious... When have…

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Sept. 30, 2025

Who Do You Stand With? Lessons for Military Podcasters #shorts

Not every network, award, or flashy platform is built the same (especially in the military influencer and podcasting world.) Some chase clout, others chase service. Knowing who you align with matters more than ever. In the most recent episode of The Morning Formation Podcast, I break down why legitimacy comes…

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Sept. 30, 2025

Guard Your Circle: Lessons from the Parade Deck Controversy

Authenticity matters. When controversy erupted around Parade Deck—a platform connecting military podcasters and influencers—it forced our community to confront tough questions about who we choose to align with and why. I've deliberately kept Morning Formation Podcast independent for years, despite invitations to join larger collectives. My reasoning is simple: alignment…

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Sept. 23, 2025

From a Combat Vet ā€œHumble Yourself!ā€ #shorts

Social media doesn’t tell the whole story. It fuels division, and it’s costing us lives. I recorded this clip after hearing about Charlie’s death... I was emotional, frustrated, and tired of watching Americans tear each other apart over what they see online. Just because you have social media doesn’t mean…

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Sept. 19, 2025

A brothers words. My book helped him climb out from the darkest place. #shorts

When a brother-in-arms tells you he once had a weapon to his head… it breaks you. šŸ’” But hearing that your words, your book, helped him climb out? That’s the kind of impact that humbles you forever. #MorningFormation #VeteranVoices #BrothersInArms #BreakTheSilence #MentalHealthMatters #PowerOfWords

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Sept. 18, 2025

Rank isnt identity. Who you are matters more than whats on your sleeve. #shorts

Rank, uniform, badge. That’s not your identity. Who you are isn’t defined by what’s on your chest or sleeve. In combat, bullets don’t care about rank… and true leaders never forget that. #MorningFormation #MilitaryMindset #IdentityBeyondRank #HumbledByWar #TrueLeadership #TeamFirst

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Sept. 17, 2025

One book turned silence into compassion understanding. #MorningFormation #shorts

Sometimes the words we can’t say out loud hit hardest on the page. One book on a coffee table turned silence into tears, compassion, and finally… understanding.That’s the power of being heard. #MorningFormation #RealTalk #PowerOfWords #BreakTheSilence #HealingThroughUnderstanding #VeteranVoices

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Sept. 16, 2025

Real talk You dont need endless therapy you need the right help honest conversations. #shorts

You don’t have to sit in the dark alone. Real talk: some people don’t need endless therapy. They need the right help and honest conversations that put them back in the driver’s seat. If this hits close, reach out. You matter. šŸŽ™ļø #MorningFormation #RealTalk #GetTheRightHelp #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone

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Sept. 15, 2025

No plan after service dangerous. Prepare now for life beyond the military. #shorts

ā€œIf you’re not prepping for life after the military, you’re setting yourself up for failure.ā€ šŸŽ–ļø Transition isn’t automatic, you need a plan, skills that translate, and the mobility to pivot into civilian careers. The stakes? Your future… and your life. #MorningFormation #MilitaryTransition #VeteranLife #CareerReadiness #LifeAfterService #PlanAhead

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Sept. 12, 2025

Choosing a Life of Service TMF Podcast #shorts

"Choosing a life of service isn’t easy—but it fills the soul. šŸ’Ŗ Podcast out now on all major platforms + YouTube!" #TMF #TMFPODCAST #LifeOfService #VeteranStories #Leadership #Motivation #PodcastClips

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Sept. 12, 2025

Military transition Plans help but reality demands adaptation. #MorningFormation #shorts

You can plan your military transition down to the last detail… but reality hits different. The real mission? Adapt, adjust, and overcome. #MorningFormation #MilitaryTransition #VeteranLife #PlanVsReality #AdaptAndOvercome #MilitaryMindset

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Sept. 11, 2025

Serving with Purpose TMF Podcast #shorts

"Serving with purpose means living for more than yourself. šŸŽ™ļø Podcast out now on all major platforms + YouTube!" #TMF #TMFPODCAST #Service #Leadership #Veterans #MotivationalPodcast #PodcastShorts

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Sept. 11, 2025

Military transition Plans help but reality demands adaptation. #MorningFormation #shorts

The ā€œ20-year planā€ sounds solid… until life hits you with change. šŸŽ–ļø In the military, nothing is set in stone. Flexibility is the real career weapon. #MorningFormation #MilitaryCareer #AdaptAndOvercome #VeteranLife #LeadershipLessons #StayFlexible

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Sept. 10, 2025

Unite, Not Divide TMF Podcast #shorts

"We rise when we unite—not divide. šŸŒŽ Podcast out now on all major platforms + YouTube!" #TMF #TMFPODCAST #Unity #VeteranVoices #PodcastReels #Motivation #Leadership

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Sept. 10, 2025

Combat Veteran Insight: Finding Purpose in a Divided Nation

The divide in America has reached a breaking point. When political differences lead to violence and death, we've strayed far from the principles that make our nation strong. This raw, unfiltered conversation with a combat veteran cuts through the noise of partisan politics to deliver a message every American needs…

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Sept. 10, 2025

Failure isnt the end Its a leaders chance to rise stronger. #FailForward #MorningFormation #shorts

Failure isn’t the end, it’s a leader’s opportunity. šŸŽ–ļø The best lessons come when you get knocked down, stand back up, and lead stronger than before. #MorningFormation #LeadershipLessons #FailForward #MilitaryMindset #ResilientLeader #GrowthThroughFailure

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Sept. 9, 2025

Embrace failure Its not the end its the fuel for growth. #MorningFormation #shorts

Failure isn’t a setback, it’s the grindstone that sharpens you. šŸ’„ Embrace it, grow from it, and come back harder. #MorningFormation #FailForward #EmbraceTheGrind #GrowthMindset #ResilientLeader #StrongerThroughStruggle

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Sept. 8, 2025

Mentoring up matters Strong leaders learn both ways. #MilitaryMentorship #MorningFormation #shorts

In the military, it’s not just about mentoring down… It’s about mentoring up. šŸŽ–ļø Leaders need guidance too, and the strongest formations are built when knowledge flows both ways. #MorningFormation #MilitaryMentorship #LeadByExample #ForceMultiplied #StrongerTogether #MentoringUp

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Sept. 8, 2025

Steel Sharpens Steel: Combat Veteran Shares Leadership Lessons with SFC Alexander Stewart

Sergeant First Class Alexander Stewart returns to the Morning Formation Podcast, bringing his rare combination of combat experience and psychological insight to a conversation that will resonate with veterans and civilians alike. This discussion travels beyond the traditional boundaries of military leadership talk, exploring how failure can transform into our…

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Sept. 5, 2025

The quiet, humble ones? #shorts

The quiet, humble ones? šŸ‘€ They’re the real ones to watch. This dad used Jiu-Jitsu to protect his daughter. Pure control, no ego, no showboating. šŸ„‹ That’s power with purpose. #JiuJitsuLife #QuietStrength #ProtectWhatMatters #MorningFormation #ControlNotChaos

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Sept. 4, 2025

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White belts + heel hooks = 🚨 recipe for disaster. One wrong move and someone’s knee is done. Job, training, life outside the mat… all gone. Teach safety first. Always. šŸ„‹ #JiuJitsuLife #WhiteBeltStruggles #SafetyOnTheMat #MorningFormation #TrainSmart #RespectTheTap

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Sept. 3, 2025

Cross-Collar Choke Self-Defense INSTINCT You NEED To Know! #shorts

From the mat to real life, Jiu-Jitsu turns instinct into survival. Muscle memory isn’t just for tournaments… It’s for protecting what matters most. #JiuJitsuLife #MuscleMemory #TrainToProtect #MorningFormation #DisciplineInAction #DeadlyWithoutRules

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