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The Future of Classical Education, and The ...

This episode of the Mission43 Podcast features Sean Hunter, a retired Army National Guard officer and the founding principal of Valor Classical Academy in Kuna, Idaho. The conversation explores the philosophy of classical education, its role in shaping virtuous citizens, and the significance of honoring American values through education. Sean also shares his personal transition from the military to becoming a leader in education, highlighting how classical schools emphasize virtue, tradition, and civic responsibility. The discussion also honors the heroic story of John Borbonus, a Boise native who made the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq, inspiring the academy’s mission.

The Future of Classical Education, and The Military Veteran Leading It: Sean Hunter (POD#065)
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Uniting Military Spouses and Becoming a ...

In this episode of the Mission43 Podcast, host Dan Nelson sits down with Kelly Cottle, a South African native, former collegiate swimmer, military spouse, and passionate advocate for veterans and their families. Kelly shares her unique journey from immigrating to the U.S. to becoming a dedicated social worker supporting military communities. She opens up about meeting her husband, a combat-wounded Marine, just months after his injury, and navigating the challenges of military life, caregiving, and personal growth. Kelly discusses her work with Mission43 where she is focused on supporting veterans with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorders (SUD). This conversation offers valuable insights into the importance of community, communication, and finding purpose through adversity.

Whether you’re a military spouse, veteran, or someone passionate about mental health advocacy, Kelly’s story is sure to motivate you.

Uniting Military Spouses and Becoming a Community Advocate: Kelly Cottle (POD#064)
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Fly Fishing Guide and Mission43 Team Member: ...

Join us on this inspiring episode of the Mission43 Podcast as we welcome our newest team member, former Army Ranger Dustin Alger! Dustin’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and purpose. A veteran of the 75th Ranger Regiment with multiple combat deployments under his belt, Dustin faced the tough challenges of transitioning to civilian life. But through an unexpected turn, he discovered the healing power of fly fishing—a therapy that not only helped him but ignited a passion to assist fellow veterans battling PTSD. Dive into this episode to hear how Dustin turned his personal journey into a mission to uplift others, the mentorship that shaped his path, and how Mission43 continues to empower military members and their families as they navigate life in Idaho after the military.

Fly Fishing Guide and Mission43 Team Member: Dustin Alger (POD#063)
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Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance: Isaac Belden ...

In this episode of the Mission43 Podcast, we sit down with Isaac Beldon, Iraq War veteran and founder of the Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance (VEA), to explore his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and nonprofit leadership.

Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance: Isaac Belden (POD#062)
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A Marines Mission in Business Ownership: James ...

In this episode of the Mission43 podcast, former Marine and cybersecurity entrepreneur James McCarter shares his inspiring journey from military service to founding his own company, Shadowscape. James opens up about the challenges veterans often face when transitioning to civilian life, including finding purpose, managing lingering anger, and carving out a meaningful career outside of the military. James describes his path into the cybersecurity industry, the obstacles he’s overcome as a startup founder, and the grit required to build a business from the ground up. James also speaks to the value of community, describing how he initially approached Mission43 with skepticism but ultimately found it to be a supportive network for veterans and entrepreneurship. He also discusses the importance of family and quality time, while sharing hard-earned wisdom on resilience, ambition, and defining success on one’s own terms.

A Marines Mission in Business Ownership: James McCarter (POD#061)

Founder of Team RWB and The Character & Leadership Center: Mike Erwin (Pod #007)

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MIKE ERWIN FOUNDER OF TEAM RWB & THE CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP CENTER

Brian and Bryan sit down with the highly energetic and accomplished Mike Erwin.  Mike shares how Team RWB came about and his thought-provoking perspective on leadership and positive psychology.  Mike also discusses his work as the co-founder of the Positivity Project, his book Lead Yourself First, his work with the Character & Leadership Center and his participation in the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship.

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Learn more about the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship:

http://www.mission43.org/leaders-fellowship

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Guild Education Advisor: Alison Garrow (#006)

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Brian and Bryan sit down with the ever-energetic and knowledgeable Alison Garrow, the Veteran & Servicemember Liaison at Guild Education/Mission43. They discuss the background on the selection of Guild as the education partner for Mission43 and why Guild Education is so successful in supporting Mission43 members in their academic pursuit.

You will learn about the extent of Guild Education’s services that include success advising and partner universities with a robust lists of degree and certificate programs. You will also gain a keen sense of why a conversation with Alison is helpful to anyone considering using their GI Bill education benefits and starting their education journey off right.

Oh yeah, you will also learn that she likes shooting whistle pigs!

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The Mission43 Leaders Fellowship (Pod #005)

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In this episode, Brian and Bryan go in depth into the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship Program. They discuss the importance of this program and the commitment to investing in the leadership skills of Mission43 members who seek increased self-awareness, personal and professional development, and those who are always on the path to be better versions of themselves.

The inaugural cohort of 24 participants is scheduled to kick off on May 2, 2019 with the Mike Erwin’s Lead Yourself First workshop. Applications for the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship will be accepted through Friday, April, 19th.

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Outdoor Youth-Mentorship Program Co-Founders: Brian and Kevin Bjornson (Pod #004)

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Brian and Kevon Bjornson are native Idahoans and the co-founders of Generation Wild.  As young boys, they experienced the outdoors with their father who taught them the simple pleasures to be found while hiking, camping and fly fishing.  As they got older, Brian and Kevon grew in their appreciation for the outdoors and wanted to share their experience with the youth here in the Treasure Valley.  After mentoring youth through the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program, Brian and Kevon decided to embark upon creating their own youth mentorship program and Generation Wild was formed.

Generation Wild is a 501c3 non-profit that leverages the outdoors and the natural beauty of Idaho to make a positive impact on the lives of our younger generation.  Through fly fishing, hiking, and spending time outdoors they strive to develop friendships, share their passion for the outdoors, teach life-long skills, and create leaders for the future. Their goal is to help the younger generation find direction in their lives through spending time in solitude.

Mission43 is looking forward to working with Generation Wild in the future. Learn more about Generation Wild and connect with them to get invovled:

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Director of Veteran Programs at The Marcus Institute For Brain Health: Spencer Milo (Pod #003)

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Spencer Milo is the Director of Veteran Programs at the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) in Denver, Colorado. He’s as good as they come and you could say he is over-qualified for his role in this position. He was seriously wounded in both Iraq and Afghanistan, suffering blast injuries that changed his life forever, but now influence his approach to helping other veterans and their families who have experienced similar injuries.

Through an incredible $30 million seed grant from the Marcus Foundation (Bernie Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot), the Marcus Institute for Brain Health was launched in 2016 at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. They exist because we now know that there are clear changes in functioning after brain injury. MIBH fills this critical need with comprehensive and customized care totally free to military families.

Mission43 is proud to work closely with Spencer Milo and the Marcus Institute for Brain Health in connecting those we know who have suffered brain injuries in combat or training. We are confident in saying they are best-in-class for treatment of TBI in the country.

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CONNECT DIRECTLY WITH SPENCER MILO & THE MARCUS INSTITUTE FOR BRAIN HEALTH

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Founder of VOB Cafe Mulé and Co-Owner of Iron Mule: Matty Bishop (POD #002)

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We sit down with Matty Bishop, founder of Cafe Mulé and co-owner of Iron Mule Coffee Company, in his new roasting facility in Boise, Idaho. Join us to hear about his military experience, his foray into the corporate world, and now his life as an entrepreneur.

Learn more and support this great Idaho-based business run by all-around good dudes!:

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