The Mettle of Honor Podcast: Stories of, Strength, Courage, & Perseverance™️

The Mettle of Honor Podcast: Stories of, Strength, Courage, & Perseverance™️

Joined me on a captivating journey into the extraordinary stories of resilience and determination. Together, we will uncover the unconquerable spirit of individuals who have faced adversity head-on and triumphed. Through engaging conversations, we will interact with their stories-gaining a profound appreciation for the inner mettle that defines them. Get ready to be inspired by their remarkable journeys of personal growth and let them ignite the fire within you. Creator: Tiffany Martschink https://linktr.ee/martschink info@gap-mettleofhonor.org linkedin.com/company/mettle-of-honor-podcast/

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June 18, 2025 32 mins
Here are some excerpts from previous podcast episodes to provide some insight about the authors books being featured. How is this book club any different than other book clubs out there? • It's virtual. • Many of the authors will be participating with us when covering their book. How often do you get to do that with books you’ve read? The intent of this project is to create a community of service members and veterans an oppor...
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In this episode, you will hear clips from previous episodes and upcoming episodes of women who have served in the military. They share their stories about going to a service academy, serving in the military. You will also hear some share lessons in leadership, digging deep within to exercise their resiliency, while others share their experience of God intervening in some situations.

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January 15, 2025 75 mins

Meet Juan “JP” Perez, “The Veteran’s Coach” is a former U.S. Marine Corps Infantryman & Sniper with distinguished service in Afghanistan. He suffered and went through it all, - the veteran ego who refuses to get help, then finally, being able to create his own success through taking ownership over all of his mistakes.


JP is also the head coach and owner of the VetRise Academy, where he focuses on empowering veterans through fit...

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Martha Elizabeth McSally is an American politician and former military pilot (A-10 Warthog). During her 26-year military career, McSally deployed six times to the Middle East and Afghanistan, flying 325 combat hours and earning the Bronze Star and six Air Medals. She served as U.S. Representative for (AZ-R 2nd Congressional District) 2015-2019 proceeded by time as United States Senator (AZ-R) 2019 to 2020. In her speeches, Martha M...
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March 19, 2024 94 mins
Shannon Hough. She has worn multiple hats as it relates to the military and veteran communities. She’s a military brat (dad served in the Army), she served in the U.S. Navy and is a married to a now retired Army serviceman). If that isn't enough of an understanding of the military life, Shannon Hough is also the mother of a service member. Having a daughter serving in the U.S. Marine Corps (Sempere Fi) Shannon Hough has experienced...
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Dr. Mark L. Gordon is an endocrinologist in Magnolia, Texas. He received his medical degree from Universidad de Guadalajara and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Endocrinologists treat hormone-related conditions, which most commonly include diabetes, thyroid disease, pituitary gland issues and hormonal imbalances. Since 2004, Dr. Mark Gordon has spearheaded the application of the science now being used to address and tr...
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Gregg Forrest Martin is a United States Army two-star general who retired as the Special Assistant to the Chief of Engineers in 2014. From July 2012 to July 2014, he was the President of the National Defense University at Fort McNair Army Base in Washington, D.C.  Gregg F. Martin, PhD, Major General, US Army (Retired), served on active duty for 36 years, until May 2015. He is a combat veteran, Bipolar Survivor, Airborne-Ranger-Engi...
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November 11, 2023 27 mins
The transition from military service to civilian life can be a complex and challenging journey. For many veterans, it involves not only adjusting to a different lifestyle but also dealing with the physical, mental and spiritual wounds that often result from their service. This Veterans Day, I hope Americans will be willing to take a closer look at the difficulties that many veterans face, and more deeply appreciate their sacrifices...
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Pasha is a corporate trainer and speaker on the topics of emotional resilience, mental health, overcoming obstacles, thriving through adversity and staying calm under pressure. Pasha Palanker is a two time recipient of the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat. He is credited with saving the lives of 15 soldiers by confronting and stopping a suicide bomber in a face to face altercation. Pasha is on a mission to break the ...
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July 19, 2023 113 mins
USMC Veteran Dale Walls
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July 18, 2023 25 mins
Ladies and gentlemen, please allow me to introduce a man who exemplifies the utmost skill, dedication, and courage in the field of aviation. Meet John Ballenger, a distinguished Marine One pilot who has soared to great heights in service to our nation. With a firm grip on the controls and an unwavering sense of responsibility, John has been entrusted with the critical task of piloting the iconic Marine One helicopter. As the prima...
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“In the quiet solitude of her son’s bedroom, her mind drifted and fixated on her husband’s .45 caliber pistol.In November 2018, the sergeant first class thought about suicide for the first time. Since she had accepted an assignment to serve as a platoon sergeant in the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Chelsea struggled to strike a balance of time for duty and family. “I was good enough at work,” she said. “I wasn't good ...
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June 20, 2023 54 mins
Kate Stewart is a Port Inspection Diver in the Canadian Royal Navy. Port Inspection Divers use compressed air breathing apparatus (CABA) to perform various underwater searches, surveys, and inspections, primarily for the purpose of port security. Port security is one aspect of Maritime Coastal Operations conducted to ensure the maritime security of the nation. Port Inspection Divers often work in conjunction with naval port securit...
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May 27, 2023 48 mins
If you were asked to provide an answer on the spot, would you be able to explain the difference between Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, and Veteran’s, would you be able to? On Aug. 31, 1949, Defense Secretary Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the armed forces under one agency -- the Department of D...
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Mandy Hickson (née Wells) was born in Cheshire in 1973. She gained a BSc Joint Honours Degree in Geography and Sports Science from the University of Birmingham. Mandy has over twenty five years experience within aviation. She joined the Royal Air Force in 1994 and was only the second woman to fly the Tornado GR4 operationally; she operated in hostile environments, including patrolling the ‘No Fly’ zone over Iraq; completed three t...
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SGT. MICHAEL SUGRUE - USAF Captain | Security Forces (Raven) | Retired Walnut Creek Police Sergeant | #1 Best-Selling Author | Mental Health Warrior | —————- Michael Sugrue began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Airfield Assessments & ...
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'I had seen dozens of people die horrible deaths ... This time was different. This time it was a friend of mine dying in the dirt in front of me, and it was my job to save him.'

Dan Pronk is the author of three bestselling books, a regular keynote speaker, and the resident medic on the hit TV Show, SAS Australia. After failing dismally in his first career dream of being a professional triathlete, he studied medicine on an...

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We are only limited by the things we allow to limit us. The keys to success and productivity are already in your pocket. You just need someone to show you the lock and encourage you to open the door. Who would have thought that a woman who pioneered a path for women in the military - excelling at what she did as an Air Force A-10 (Warhog) Pilot could ever struggle with confidence or imposter syndrome?   LTC Tammy Barlette (USAF, LT...
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April 5, 2023 76 mins
Doctor Kate Hendricks-Thomas, U.S. Marine Corps Military Police Officer: In 2018, she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer believed to be connected to burn pit exposure in Iraq. In the years since, Kate Hendricks-Thomas tirelessly advocated for herself and other veterans trying to obtain health care and benefits for exposure-related illnesses. Doctor Kate Hendricks Thomas died Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at the age of 42. RESOU...
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