Send us a text On this weeks episode Jason and I jump right in to leadership and how it has structured his career. He is a Senior Communications Chief for a Field Artillery Battalion in the Army and has been serving for 15 years. We both enjoy endurance training and rucking and talk about how those fitness journeys changed out life and also the way…

Send us a text Tho is an amazing leader and friend. We have known each other for 10 years where we met at IPT in Peublo Co when we both joined as your officers. Since then he has become a MX officer and also had the opportunity to work at BMT as a Flight Commander for over 5k Airmen. He is one of the most approachable and positive guys I know On th…

Send us a text This is a first, Jim reached out to me via email hearing one of my episodes so I said yeah. He just published a book on leadership, has 30+ years of leadership speaking and mentoring. He speaks from the heart and is just as passionate about leadership as I am. What we discuss is not extreme, its pretty simple. Some topics Integrity a…

Send us a text Life is about connections. While doing pre deployment training in El Paso Texas I was at the gym and saw this shredded guy working out as well. Striked up a conversation and almost two years later he is on the show!! His journey through the National Guard, losing 80lbs, going into his first physique show is insane and filled with lea…

Send us a text Marcus and I met through Tik Tok only a week before recording this episode. That is all the time we needed to make this amazing episode. Marcus believes highly in building people, leading by example, and control what you can control. A few topics we cover: Small details matter What matters makes you work harder Effort is free Make yo…

Send us a text Kenny and I met through 1stphorm as I am an up and coming legionnaire and he has set the bar as a sponsored athlete after retiring from 31 years in the Army. He is my role model for my goals within 1stphorm. He talks about his time in the Army and how it transitioned over to 1stphorm and how he continues to lead by example. The topic…

Send us a text Todd and I met while I was going through the process to cross train to TACPO. I came across his page and reached out to him on the job, lifestyle, training, and support getting my application started. Since then we have followed each other and on social media as we continue to lead in our own environments. In this episode we cover: G…

Send us a text The power of social media wins again. Dakota and I met through FB while he was searching for home gym gear in 2024. Once we started chatting we noticed we had some things in common and really connected. Having him on the podcast was an amazing experience because while we don't cover leadership traits until about an hour in. His trans…

Send us a text Shaun was recommended from a great friend who I actually recorded episode 1 with. When this happens I know it is a no brainer that I should have them on the show. Because those that are listening want to hear them. As a CSM in the Army and working through multiple deployments, training exercises, personal battles, and all the relatio…

Send us a text Airmen lead the way, that is no exception with Airmen Schroll. He is leading by example, putting in the extra work, and making sure his goals are clear. We met through rucking but have built a relations these past 2 years that has allowed us to become great friends. Even though he enlisted when he was 36, age is not stopping him! The…

Send us a text All they can say is No. That was my reasoning for asking Brigadier General Palenske to be on the podcast. I was recommended his page from an Airmen who is motivated by his posts. So I went on Facebook and just asked. That's it, I was bold(you will see how that applies) and we got it set up!!! 10 Hours away, across the pacific, and it…

Send us a text When we talk about leading by example, control what you can control, and focusing on what's now. No one does a better job then my guest Ret Col David Benson. He flew the B-1 Bomber and the B-2 Spirt as well as the first Weapon School patch in the B-2 community. He held multiple leadership positions and very non-standard career. What …

Send us a text Thats right on this episode I dive into my 3Hs. Because I think ya'll need to know a little about me. I have everyone else describe their hometown, heros, and hardships why not me. This is the first time I am talking solo which is awkward but that is how we grow. My story is not crazy it's just starting I hope you take something and …

Send us a text The power of social media is to connect and learn. On this episode we do both. More importantly anyone how listens to what we cover can learn. Canaan has an amazing back story and understands the power of self to lead others. We also cover the difference in an Army First Sergeant and an Air Force First Sergeant. A few topics we cover…

Send us a text Social media the ultimate relationship builder. It brings people together that may never meet. On this episode Gabe and I met through TikTok when someone sent me one of his videos. I reached out and told him to keep it up and we needed to chat! His story is amazing! He is on a mission and opportunities happen and he takes them full s…

Send us a text Hayden and I met through Social media but he is from Abilene Texas where I am currently stationed(2024). I am working on reaching more branches and officer and enlisted leaders to get their perspective. As a Marine Captain Hayden talks about his journey to joining the Marines, timeline of training and his career. A few leadership top…

Send us a text Be transparent to everyone. On this episode I am joined by another Social media friend Caleb Bright who is currently an Army recruiter who started his career with the Marines and while he was out of service was recalled to deploy. Which is a crazy story on its own. He discusses his hardships and how failure is the key to success. On …

Send us a text This episode wouldn't have been possible without building relationships. Honestly. 1stSgt Williams and I were introduced by Gonzo(episode 7) and this episode could've went for 2 hours!! I am always excited to hear about leadership from our brother branches. The Marines are true to their word. They care, they respect each other, they …

Send us a text Dan is a fellow SERE Specialist who crossed over to the Dark Side and is now on his way to teach at an ROTC Det at Washington State University my Alma mater Det 905!! It is great to hear the SERE Tech school stories and how it forged us into never quit badasses!! On this episode a few topics we cover, that will apply to every leader:…

Send us a text Ashley and I met through the 1sthprom app where I coach as an Advisor and since 2021 she has been on a journey to her new self! Her goal is to lose 100lbs and control her life. On this episode we dive into how she is doing that, what struggles she has had to overcome, and where she is going now. You will notice she has a why, is stac…

Send us a text I was honored to be joined by a Dennis aka Z to talk about some amazing ways we can become a better leader and how to build that leadership tool kit!! Z is a 22 year Air Force Security Forces vet who now works with the government on the SBIR side and has worked some amazing jobs during his time in. Which has allowed him to develop hi…

Send us a text Another reason I love doing this. Not only do I get to catch up with great people I have not talked too in a few years. But, you get to hear from someone outside the military on leadership traits they use in the small business world. We talk about: Building relationships Reps, reps, reps, Feedback Disciplines equal freedoms As always…

Send us a text Ben is going into his Senior year at the Air Force academy and was recently selected to continue his Air Force career and move onto TACP School house after graduation. He was in my TACPO selection week team where we both were no selected but he went on to attend the next assessment week and got picked up. He is driven by passion and …

Send us a text I was pumped to be able to get Aaron on for a 2nd podcast and to focus specifically on his weight loss journey and how you can do it too!! Aaron has lost over 200lbs, joined the Army Guard, became a father, started working for 1stphorm, and is leading by example in all of these areas! Again, we keep it non-standard by giving you the …

Send us a text Relationships and doing hard things. That's how Simon and I met through IG and now we are brothers forever. Simon has been in the Army for 7 years and being from Nigeria he wanted to be a US citizen and loves being part of something bigger than himself. In this episode we hit it all! Like we always do from: Leading from the rear Buil…

Send us a text Consistency and determination are the keys to success. In any journey. I have noticed it time and time again in myself(this podcast and my nutrition coaching) and while talking to Will. Will and I met while going through TACPO Assessment week phase 2 in March of 2024. He was selected and I was not. But that only made us closer. He is…

Send us a text Welcome to the first of its kind!! Very Non-Standard at that. I am now brining people to my house to lift for 30-45 minutes then we make post workout shake and record for 30-45 minutes. These will be shorter episodes and very Q&A format for those who want to learn and hear some great questions!! If you have some questions you want us…

Send us a text On today's episode Brandon and I jump on Monday Memorial day and kick it off like we have known each other for years. He is a 22 year EOD in the Air Force and has multiple deployments under his belt as well as an instructor at EOD tech school. I started following on LinkedIn where he is establishing himself and learning how to develo…

Send us a text Tim is a great friend of mine who I met through his non-profit he founded while in the military called Operation Teammate. Where he gives back to military kids by providing them opportunities to interact and meet athletes and celebrities through virtual and in person events. He was in the Air Force for 20 years and then shifted gear …

Send us a text When you meet another great mustache on Tik Tok you know it is meant to be!! Joshua is a Air Force Veteran Fire Fighter who got out and is now a civilian Fire Fighter in Texas. He is from California and moved to Texas, small world and smart man. He has been crushing it on social media with him sown joining him on his journey and work…

Send us a text From Tik Tok to podcast!! Thats what I love. Michael Glover is a man on a mission by building the next generation one step at a time. How? Well in this episode we cover these topics: Is career before the military His military career starting at 33 years old Always be learning Everything happens for a reason Leading from the rear The …

Send us a text Lets go back in time. The year is 2001 and you move to a new high school your freshman year and show up to their Freshman basketball try outs wearing your old school colors. How do you feel? Are you nervous? Excited? Imagine being one of those kids who has someone new join their school? Now imagine you end up being best friends with …

Send us a text On this episode I am joined with Will Willhite, he is 22 years old and just got selected for Navy OCS to become a pilot. He has been dreaming of this since the 2nd grade and has a family legacy of military background to keep him motivated. Will and I met through tik tok in 2023 and he has been on two episodes already with the Questio…

Send us a text After some feedback we noticed Travis's last episode had a little lag and communication issues. So what better way to fix that, then record a new episode!! Travis is a S&C Coach at Fairchild AFB for the SERE School. He has been in that roll for 4 years and before that he was in the private sector and then a S&C Coach at Haskell Colle…

Send us a text Good morning! Just like the first recap episode I review the last 9 episodes to help you find that one just for you or to help you find one you may not have known was for you! I highly recommend you share this with your friends who are trying to find an episode for themselves as well. Enjoy. Because we are just getting started. Don't…

Send us a text I love when my podcast can bring me in a 1hr talk about lifting weights and the military! That's what you will get with Travis. He is currently a S&C coach for SERE Specialist at Fairchild AFB and we go through his career from college coaching, private coaching, to military coaching. A few topics we discuss are: Being present You are…

Send us a text If you are curious about what SERE Tech School is like for Air Force SERE Specialist this is it! We also cover amazing leadership traits as well. Tyler and I were on the same team 07-01 going through Tech School and talk about the challenges we faced and after tech school on the journey we are on now. He hits hard the 3 Hs and then h…

Send us a text If you have not listened to Episode 16 Part 1 with the 2020 Air Force Athlete of the Year go back. If not, you will still learn a lot and be motivated to go and crush it. Michael is an amazing and humble father and leader. He continues to push the boundaries of Non-Standard leadership and career. He is currently part of the WCAP and …

Send us a text Zane and I just recently went through one of the toughest training events we have been through and in this episode we cover how that made us a better person and a better leader. Zane is a Junior at the United States Air Force Academy and I was honored to get to chat with him while he was on spring break about the life of a cadet and …

Send us a text I am beyond pumped and excited for everyone to hear Part 1 of an amazing journey with Michael. We get to cover his time before the military, working in a shoe store, race walking, moving to Canada and enlisting right before COVID-19. In part 1 we work up to his first few years in the military ending with his achievement of 2020 AF At…

Send us a text We continue the theme of the future of the Air Force with Airmen young in their rank but experienced in their life and how that has provided them to become a better leader in their squadrons. Michael is on a mission to prove that a new start is sometimes all it takes to start leading. However, you have to be able to call a spade a sp…

Send us a text I was pumped to be able to sit down with Weston and record this episode. We have been following each other for about 3 years now on Tik Tok and IG and talked a few times on the phone. He is an F-15 Crew Chief in the Air Force and currently enrolled in ROTC and on his way to commission as an officer in the Air Force. What really blew …

Send us a text In this episode I review my leadership philosophy and why I have it in every episode. How to develop a leadership philosophy and why you should have one no matter what leadership level you are at. I break down all 4 of my statements that I lead by and why they mean so much to me. This is the root of my podcast and covered in every ep…

Send us a text Jackson Wynn in an LRS Airmen at Dyess AFB and has been on a hot streak with with the innovation world in the military. He recently won Innovator of the year and has been improving LRS functions the past year. How? By going over these few topics: -Innovation is leadership -Mindset has to be growing -A WHY can change but you need one …

Send us a text In this episode I am joined with two guys who have been on the podcast before. Colomba and Gonzo. Two RAD(Rapid Airmen Development) brothers who have endured hundreds of hours rucking together and who are both crushing it in their respective work places by: Doing hard things Leading by example Being selfish Failing Pushing the limits…

Send us a text Not sure which episode will work for you? In the short 8 minutes I recap every episode so you can choose which one will help you develop more leadership skills. I take 45 seconds to 1 minute to review the first 10 episodes. This will allow you to see which one works best and or which one may challenge you to listen too. If you love t…

Send us a text One of the reasons I love podcasting is being able to reconnect with someone I have not talked to in over 15 years and went to high school with over 20 years ago. From small town Northern California to starting his own business in Strength and Conditioning and really loving the purpose and passion of seeing people live a healthier li…

Send us a text On the 2nd episode of the Question and Answer format Will(my new co-host) and I each answer a few topics on leadership then we dive in to them in detail. We will be posting these episodes every 2 weeks as we continue to receive questions from everyone on how to be a better leader. Here are the topics we cover: How to build your leade…

Send us a text I am honored to call this guy my friend and mentor. Matt and I met truly while getting ready to go ruck 100 miles in 4 days through the small towns of the Netherlands. Prior to that I knew him as the Chief of Dyess AFB. Matt served 20 years in the Air Force and was one of the fastest to the rank of E-9. He now works for Amazon and ha…

Send us a text On Episode 7 of The Non-Standard Podcast I am joined with a Rucking Reservist who is on a mission to never settle and to keep winning. Onesimo is a Reservist in the US Air Force who also worked for a shipping company and he discusses how leadership is taught and expected in the Civilian world to how being a Reservist and winning on a…