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Randy Lyman is a physicist, engineer, founder, author, and coach who spent much of his early life operating almost entirely from logic and analytical thinking. After a personal emotional breakthrough at age 28, he began a decades-long journey of understanding the relationship between emotions, leadership, relationships, and personal success.

As Randy began doing his own emotional healing work, his businesses grew more than 30x. Today, he works with founders, executives, and high performers who have achieved success but recognize that something deeper may still be affecting their lives.

Athena Brownson is a former professional skier who endured nine knee surgeries and two neck operations before transitioning into a successful career in real estate.

Over the last decade, Athena has become one of Colorado's trusted and top-performing REALTORS®, combining market knowledge, negotiation skills, and a creative eye for design. Her own experience as an athlete taught her discipline, determination, and resilience—lessons she now brings to her work with clients and other professionals.

Athena's journey took another difficult turn when she was diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease.

Lawrence C. Harris is a youth speaker who helps teens and young adults believe in themselves, think differently about their future, and make better choices.

Growing up, Lawrence faced serious challenges including mental health struggles, bullying, childhood abuse, and autism. Those experiences inspired him to begin speaking so other young people would know they are not alone and understand that their past does not have to determine where their life goes.

Today, Lawrence shares the lessons and tools that helped him move forward, encouraging young people to take ownership of their future, work through difficult emotions, and believe that their lives can get better.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if some of the beliefs shaping your life aren’t actually yours? For nearly 20 years, Dr. Mike Fortunato worked as a board-certified anesthesiologist. From the outside, he had what many people would consider success: a respected career, financial stability, a wife, children, and a beautiful life....

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! When thousands of people were running from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, Michael Dorian made the decision to run toward it. But Michael’s story began long before that day. Born into poverty to a teenage mother, Michael grew up in an unstable home and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Nearly 25 years later, there are still stories from September 11th that many Americans have never heard. Award-winning director and producer Michael Gier set out to tell those stories in his documentary, The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph. Rather than focusing solely on...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Sometimes healing doesn’t start in your head. It starts in your body. For 17 years, Erika Shershun did everything she was told she was supposed to do. She went to therapy. She named her depression. She worked on her thoughts. But the symptoms kept coming, and underneath...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Sometimes the thing that almost ended your life becomes the chapter that defines it. By the time Devin Fish was 18, he had moved 16 times, attended seven different schools, and survived a childhood shaped by poverty, bullying, and his parents’ struggles with addiction. He thought joining...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! You are not defined by the hardest thing you have been through, the worst decision you have made, or the darkest season of your life. After more than 33 years as a trauma-informed psychotherapist, Scott Stolarick has sat across from people carrying pain most of the world...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Sometimes the thing that breaks you becomes the very thing that gives your life purpose. At 19, Miguel Bautista was driven, active, and always pushing himself to the limit. He was an athlete, a personal trainer, a top performer at work, and the kind of person who...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Life will hand you things you never asked for. The question is, who do you become on the other side of it? Stacie Shifflett has walked through unimaginable loss, major life transitions, and seasons that could have easily left her stuck in bitterness, anger, and grief. After...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Some stories stay with you long after the mission ends. After 21 years in the United States Air Force, Derrick Jackson knows what it means to serve, sacrifice, and carry the emotional weight that comes with military life. From working as a jet engine specialist to becoming...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Grief isn’t something you move on from. It’s something you learn to carry. After losing three of his closest friends, John Kammer found himself doing what so many people do — avoiding the pain, pushing it down, and trying to outrun it. But over time, he realized...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! At some point, you have to decide — are you all in, or are you just interested? Andy Whittier’s journey didn’t follow a straight line. From walking on to a college football team in his hometown to discovering a sport he didn’t even know existed, his path...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if the worst diagnosis of your life became the greatest gift you’ve ever received? When Glenn Sturm got the call at an airport in 2009 telling him he had an aggressive, incurable form of T-cell lymphoma, everything should have stopped. Instead, something unexpected happened — his...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! The hardest battles don’t always happen in combat. For Major General (Ret.) Matt Smith, the real challenge began after the uniform came off. After 32 years of service leading thousands in high-stakes environments, he found himself facing a different kind of question, Who am I now? This...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! There’s a point where pushing through just doesn’t work anymore. For Keith Cole, that moment didn’t come in combat. It came decades later — after war, loss, responsibility, and years of carrying more than anyone could see. A Vietnam Marine veteran, CPA, husband, and provider, Keith spent...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What happens when you come home from war… but your mind doesn’t? Sean Martin didn’t just serve in the military, he went searching for meaning, purpose, and truth at the highest level. What he found came with a cost. After his service, he was left navigating PTSD,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Sometimes the life you’re living doesn’t feel like your own. Before becoming a leader in youth substance use prevention, Eric Mazzeo was stuck in a cycle he couldn’t break: addiction, jail, loss, and a constant battle with himself. On the outside, he came from a good home...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! When Shannon Ivey was diagnosed with late-stage colorectal cancer at 42, she was a single mom in a new city with no built-in support system. What followed wasn’t just a medical battle. It was a crash course in self-advocacy, resilience, and learning how to navigate a system...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Confidence is often seen as something you either have or don’t. But what if that’s not true at all? Simone Knego has spent years helping women unpack the stories that keep them stuck in self-doubt, overthinking, and the constant pressure to be “more.” In this conversation, she...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Bob Ross is a physicist, medical researcher, bestselling author, and lifelong first responder with nearly four decades of service as an EMS professional and training officer with the Pasadena Fire Department. With advanced training in medical physics and cancer research, Bob contributed to major discoveries in oncology...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Losing your way can sometimes be the beginning of finding who you really are. Robert Pallante’s life revolved around hockey from a young age. Growing up in the Toronto area, he played at the highest levels, earned a college scholarship, and chased the dream so many young...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! When the mission ends, the questions often begin. Jeremy Stalnecker spent years building his identity around service, leadership, and responsibility as a United States Marine infantry officer. But when combat ended and the uniform came off, Jeremy found himself facing a different kind of battle, one marked...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if thriving wasn’t about having more, but about choosing differently? Rand Selig has spent a lifetime studying growth, leadership, relationships, and what it truly means to live well. With decades of global experience in business, service, and personal development, Rand believes thriving is not accidental. It’s...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Pain has a way of demanding your attention, but it doesn’t get to decide who you become. Lyndsay Soprano’s life has been shaped by layers of trauma, abuse, chronic illness, and a diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, one of the most painful conditions known. Yet instead...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What happens when danger comes from where you least expect it? Bart Womack dedicated nearly three decades of his life to serving the United States Army, rising to the highest enlisted ranks and leading soldiers in combat, training, and some of the most sacred roles in military...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if the life you worked so hard to build still left you feeling empty? Host Chuck Thuss guides this conversation with Jerry Dale, whose life has spanned the heights of the music industry and the adult entertainment world behind closed doors. Jerry experienced success, access, and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Anthony Dyer for an honest, deeply human conversation about military service, accumulated trauma, identity loss, addiction, and the long road to healing. Anthony shares his 21-year career in the United States Air Force, including high-risk missions, elite rescue operations,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Dr. Brian Alman for a deeply insightful conversation about trauma, self-acceptance, and what it truly takes to heal unresolved pain. Drawing from decades of clinical work and research, Dr. Alman explains why so many people struggle despite “doing everything...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Charles Van Kessler for a deeply moving conversation about survival, faith, resilience, and purpose. Born in Amsterdam during World War II, Charles survived the horrors of the Holocaust, losing his family, enduring abuse in a state-run orphanage, and spending...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, Chuck Thuss welcomes former Team USA bobsledder William Person for a raw and deeply revealing conversation about life after elite sport, the hidden toll of repeated head trauma, and the unexpected therapy that helped pull him back from the brink. William spent nine seasons...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Mary Beth O’Connor for a candid, eye-opening conversation about survival, healing, and long-term recovery. After surviving a childhood marked by emotional neglect and severe abuse, Mary Beth fell into addiction at just twelve years old — eventually becoming a...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this powerful episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Ryan Merket, a former underground hacker turned Silicon Valley tech leader, author, angel investor, and man of deep faith. Ryan’s journey is one of addiction, depression, betrayal, healing, and a spiritual awakening that transformed his entire life. From...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes former Navy SEAL David Brown. David shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Wilkesboro, Pennsylvania, to becoming a Navy SEAL despite his small stature and initial skepticism from others. Throughout the conversation, David discusses the lessons...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes Mark Tilsher, a 21-year Air Force veteran and founder of the Military Sherpa movement. Mark shares his transformative journey from a troubled childhood, marked by constant upheaval and exposure to a negative culture, to finding...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck welcomes Marcia Earhart, a certified life, grief, and trauma coach, along with being a trained educator and mental health first responder. The deeply personal and emotional interview reveals Marcia’s arduous journey through chronic illness, the loss of loved ones including...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck interviews Ryan Woodruff, the CEO of Clear Path for Veterans. Woodruff shares his journey from enlisting in the military right out of high school to coping with the trauma of combat and transitioning to civilian life. He details how he...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck welcomes Dr. Tony Dice, a Navy SEAL veteran, therapist, paramedic, and author, to discuss his incredible life journey. Dr. Dice shares his experiences growing up, his drive to join the military, and his struggles with addiction post-service. He reflects...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode, purpose-driven entrepreneur and visionary leader Garr Russell, founder and CEO of Fireside RV Rental, joins the show to share his powerful journey. From experiencing a life-altering moment in his youth, grappling with identity issues, and falling into drugs and crime, Garr recounts his radical...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Brett Kramer shares her journey of merging her passions for sports and mental health into her role as the Director of ‘Kicking the Stigma’ with the Indianapolis Colts. Brett discusses her personal experiences with anxiety as a student-athlete at Michigan State,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! This week on Warriors Unmasked, Julio Angel Rivera, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Japanese Jiu Jitsu black belt, World Master Champion, author, and founder of Internal Jiu Jitsu, shares his incredible journey from witnessing trauma as a child to building a life of healing, mindfulness, and purpose....

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! This week on Warriors Unmasked, Dr. Christine Silverstein,  Peak Performance Coach, registered nurse, hypnotherapist, and author joins Chuck to explore the powerful connection between mental health and mental performance. With decades of experience helping athletes, students, and professionals, Dr. Silverstein specializes in working with children, teens, and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What happens when mental illness and addiction collide,  and no one knows how to help? In this powerful milestone episode, Chuck sits down with Evan Jarschauer, a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized mental health interventionist who’s been on the frontlines of crisis for over two decades. From...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! He Was a Cop, a Leader, and in Pain — What PTSD Almost Cost Him This week on Warriors Unmasked, retired police officer, author, and national speaker Glen Williams opens up about the silent toll of PTSD. From leading others in uniform to quietly falling apart inside,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! After nearly 200 episodes of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss takes the mic solo to reflect on the most powerful truths he’s learned from the courageous athletes, veterans, survivors, and mental health warriors who’ve shared their stories on the show. From vulnerability to quiet courage, Chuck distills...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck sits down with entrepreneur and author David Shamszad, who opens up about his decade-long battle with untreated bipolar disorder and addiction,  and how he rebuilt his life through treatment, community, and self-belief. From facing the darkest moments of mental...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck sits down with Shaun Murphy, a father, entrepreneur, and man of deep faith, for an open conversation about grief, identity, and rediscovering purpose. After the unexpected loss of his father, Shaun found himself questioning everything—his path, his business, and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What happens when you’ve burned every bridge, lost your family, and can barely look at yourself in the mirror… but you still wake up knowing there has to be more? In this honest and powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Ian—author of Wild...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What do you do when the very thing you swore you’d never become… becomes your reality? In this gripping and deeply honest episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes psychologist, coach, and former TV personality Dustin Dunbar for a raw conversation about the grip of generational addiction,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What if the unexpected turns in life weren’t detours—but the actual path to everything that matters? In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with financial advisor, husband, father, and author Link Forester to talk about the moments that redefined his life. From becoming...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! What happens when your entire life crumbles in a matter of months? When the people you trust betray you, your health gives way, and you’re left staring into a future you never expected? For Dr. Lisa Nezneski, that wasn’t a hypothetical—it was her reality. In this powerful...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply educational and heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Lisa Skinner — a behavioral expert in the field of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. With decades of experience as a community counselor, senior care director, and author of Truth, Lies &...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this thought-provoking episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Dr. Toper Taylor—a seasoned executive, media innovator, and now, intention researcher—on a mission to explore the scientific potential of human thought. With a career rooted in global brand building and entertainment leadership, Dr. Taylor now turns his...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Dr. Talal H. Alsaleem—founder of The Infidelity Counseling Center and creator of Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART™)—to explore why infidelity happens, how it impacts both partners, and practical steps couples can take to heal and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this important and timely episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Carly Baker, head coach of the Women’s Rugby program at Endicott College and Assistant Director of the Graduate Sport Leadership Program. Carly brings a powerful and honest voice to a topic that often goes overlooked—the...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes author, teacher, and embodiment pioneer Will Johnson—founder of the Institute for Embodiment Training and author of Breathing Through the Whole Body. Will shares his groundbreaking approach to meditation, one that breaks from rigid posture and invites...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply reflective episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with poet, playwright, and soon-to-be author D.C. Copeland. Known for her literary achievements and her fierce voice for mental health and self-expression, D.C. shares a candid and powerful conversation about what it means to truly...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this jaw-dropping episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with internationally known wellness physician Dr. Michael Platt, author of Adrenaline Dominance. What starts as a conversation about adrenaline quickly becomes a transformative discussion that challenges everything we’ve been told about modern medicine, mental health, and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes Justin Jones-Fosu, an award-winning speaker, author, and CEO of Work. Meaningful. Justin shares his powerful insights on resilience, meaningful engagement, and the importance of building real, lasting connections in a world that often feels divided. Justin’s...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes Justin Jones-Fosu, an award-winning speaker, author, and CEO of Work. Meaningful. Justin shares his powerful insights on resilience, meaningful engagement, and the importance of building real, lasting connections in a world that often feels divided. Justin’s...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! On this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Andy Smith, a man who has completely transformed his life from addiction to adventure. Andy was a heavy drinker for most of his life, and by the time he turned 50, everything was falling apart. His...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Stephan Kesting, a man whose story of survival, resilience, and self-discovery will leave you deeply inspired. Stephan, known for his expertise in martial arts and his popular online presence as a BJJ instructor, shares a side...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Stephan Kesting, a man whose story of survival, resilience, and self-discovery will leave you deeply inspired. Stephan, known for his expertise in martial arts and his popular online presence as a BJJ instructor, shares a side...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes Jennifer Kenny Smith, a powerhouse in executive sales leadership turned transformational life coach. Jennifer’s story is one of burnout, survival, and ultimately, surrender—learning to let go and let God guide her toward true healing. For years, Jennifer...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree, a mother, author, and fierce advocate for families navigating pediatric cancer. Laura shares her heart-wrenching yet empowering journey through her daughter Cecilia’s leukemia diagnosis—a journey that sparked her mission to create resources and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with professional hockey player Joey Raats, who shares his remarkable journey of battling cancer, reclaiming his health, and stepping back onto the ice with a renewed purpose. Joey’s story is one of unwavering faith, perseverance,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes two extraordinary guests, Terry McGuire and Dr. Anita Sands, for a powerful discussion about mental health, resilience, and the importance of giving a voice to depression. Terry, an award-winning journalist and co-host of the Giving Voice...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss is joined by Emmy-nominated journalist and media consultant Mark Hayes for a powerful conversation about family, parenting, and finding hope in the midst of hardship. Mark shares his deeply personal story of navigating the challenges of raising two...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and author Anne Marie Anderson. Anne Marie’s journey is nothing short of audacious, and she shares how embracing boldness, overcoming fear, and redefining failure have shaped her life and career. From...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey Warriors Unmasked family, Chuck here! I’m so excited to bring you this incredible conversation with Robert Grigore, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified EMDR Therapist, and author of You Need Therapy: EMDR – Real People with Real Problems Getting Real Help. If you’ve ever wondered how trauma...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this compelling episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Lori Hodges, a remarkable leader, author, and veteran of emergency services with over 30 years of experience. Lori shares her journey from growing up in a turbulent home environment to finding her purpose as a...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey Warriors Unmasked family! Chuck Thuss here, bringing you a truly meaningful episode that’s close to my heart. In Episode 170, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Michelle Sherman and her mom, Deanne Sherman, two incredible women who are shining a much-needed light on...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this captivating episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Dr. Samantha Harte, a physical therapist, author, and podcast host who embodies resilience and transformation. With more than two decades of experience in fitness and wellness, Dr. Harte shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Rob Thorsen, the founder and executive director of the #HT40 Foundation and the visionary behind the Shoulder Check initiative. Rob opens up about the profound loss of his son, Hayden, to suicide, and how he...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss dives into a profound conversation with Bronwyn Schweigerdt, a licensed psychotherapist, anger expert, and author of Angry at the Right Things. Bronwyn’s unique approach to anger management and mental health challenges addresses common misconceptions about emotions like anger, betrayal,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss is joined by Dr. Audrey Schnell, a highly experienced personal development expert with over 40 years of helping people overcome self-sabotage, embrace transformation, and achieve their full potential. Dr. Schnell’s insights are a gift for anyone looking to...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this special solo episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss dives deep into a life-changing topic: gratitude. Chuck shares his personal journey with gratitude and explains how adopting an attitude of gratitude has the power to transform every aspect of your life—your mindset, relationships, emotional health, and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Neil Markey, a former Captain in the U.S. Army Special Operations and now the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil’s journey from a soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan to a leader in the field...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey Warriors Unmasked family, Chuck here! In this episode, I sit down with Paul Gencarella Jr., a resilient warrior whose life story is filled with incredible challenges and triumphs. From battling cancer alongside his young son to managing a bipolar diagnosis, Paul’s journey demonstrates the power of...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Kevin Brewer, a Navy veteran, Spartan athlete, and resilience coach. Kevin shares his incredible journey of overcoming a 13-year battle with misdiagnosed health issues that left him feeling lost and frustrated. From navigating severe...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Garret Biss, a retired Marine Corps pilot, addiction recovery coach, TEDx speaker, and the founder of ValiantPath™️. Garret’s story is one of perseverance, resilience, and transformation. After retiring from the military, Garret faced challenges familiar to many...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heart-rending and deeply inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Raymond J. Brune, an Emmy Award-winning producer and former Executive Producer of Good Morning America, World News Now, and E! News Live. While Ray’s career achievements are nothing short of incredible, this...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this transformative episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with licensed psychotherapist Alisa Gracheva, whose incredible journey of self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth is sure to inspire and empower you. Alisa’s story begins in Russia, where she struggled with feelings of not fitting in and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Felicity Nicole, the founder of She Is You, an online community designed to support midlife women through their healing journeys. Felicity’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and the power of faith. From surviving a...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Bret Davis, a leader who has seen it all—from the world of professional sports to rising through the ranks in the medical field. Bret shares how growing up as the son of an NFL coach shaped...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey Warriors Unmasked family, Chuck Thuss here, and I’m excited to welcome you back to a brand new season of Warriors Unmasked! In this special episode, we’re taking things in a fresh direction, while staying true to the heart of what makes our show great: sharing powerful...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this insightful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss takes the solo seat to dive deep into a subject that affects us all: stress. As a former professional hockey goaltender, Chuck knows firsthand the pressures and challenges that life can throw at us. Drawing from his rich...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Sina Tadayon, a passionate advocate for those suffering from OCD and anxiety-related disorders. Sina’s journey into OCD advocacy is deeply rooted in his personal experiences and a firm belief in the power of education to...

Subconscious Training Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this compelling episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Nathan Biddulph, the pioneer behind Neuro Skills Coaching. Known as “The Original Neuro Skills Coach,” Nathan has developed an innovative program from scratch, drawing from his extensive experience as a Neuro Program Director...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Sina Tadayon, a passionate advocate for those suffering from OCD and anxiety-related disorders. Sina’s journey into OCD advocacy is deeply rooted in his personal experiences and a firm belief in the power of education to...

Awakening Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Don Young, a former pharmaceutical marketing executive whose life transformation is a profound tale of rediscovery and spiritual awakening. Don shares his journey from achieving material success and seemingly living the American dream to facing an...

Sossamon-Pogue Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Nina Sossamon-Pogue, a former USA gymnast, Emmy-winning journalist, and a beacon of resilience and empowerment. Nina shares her extraordinary journey from leaving home at 13 to train for gymnastics with dreams of the Olympics,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits with Ryan Graves, an author, psychedelic integration coach, and a fervent advocate for the healing powers of sacred plant medicines. Ryan’s personal battle with alcohol addiction and his profound journey towards healing and purpose through the use...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss is joined by Steve Wilson, a courageous survivor, author, and mental health advocate, who shares his lifelong battle with bipolar disorder. At the tender age of nine, a traumatic event altered Steve’s life, leading to decades of struggle...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this impactful episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Dr. Karen Doll, a psychologist and coach who champions mental health in the workplace and personal well-being. Dr. Doll, who chairs the Harvard University Flourishing at Work Network and is an acclaimed author, dives deep into her...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss is joined by Dan Zia Joseph, a former U.S. Army Combat Engineer turned author and mental health advocate. Dan shares his transition from the military to becoming a voice in mental health, resilience, and leadership through his platform, CombatPsych.com,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this compelling episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Mike Oglesbee, author, coach, and the founder of Maximized Mind. Mike shares his remarkable journey of overcoming profound mental health struggles and transforming pain into purpose. From writing his first suicide note as a young...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In the latest episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes a young yet profoundly insightful motivational speaker, Adarsh Senthilnathan. Despite being just 16, Adarsh embodies wisdom far beyond his years, sharing lessons learned from a lifetime filled with both triumphs and trials. His journey is a testament...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Dr. Robb Kelly, a renowned recovery expert whose life and work are nothing short of miraculous. With a remarkable journey from a troubled childhood marked by early alcohol use to profound losses due to addiction,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Maggie Maris, a writer, life coach, and the brain behind Maggie’s Way. Maggie shares her heart-touching story, from facing undiagnosed learning challenges and a demanding home life to the painful loss of her father, sparking years of depression,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Join us on the latest episode of Warriors Unmasked as Chuck Thuss sits down with the remarkable Mark Phillips, a trailblazer in the world of recruitment and a testament to the power of resilience and transformation. Founder and Board Chair of HireEducation, Mark shares his journey from...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this enlightening episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Rob René, a man whose journey from gifted athlete to health innovator encapsulates the essence of resilience, faith, and the quest for natural healing. After a life-altering accident ended his dream of becoming a professional...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this profound episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss welcomes Nathan M. Gillies, a true warrior whose life story embodies resilience, transformation, and dedication to bettering the lives of others. Nathan, a former professional hockey player, shares his transition into a devoted firefighter, husband, and father, underlining...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, we plunge into the visionary world of Josh Halu, the Founder and CEO of The Psychedelic Exchange, whose remarkable journey from military leadership to pioneering mental health advocate is nothing short of inspiring. Josh, a West Point graduate and former...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, we had the privilege of welcoming an extraordinary guest, Edit B. Kiss, whose life story and work embody the essence of transformation, healing, and empowerment. Edit, a holistic mentor, success habit coach, #1 best-selling author, Humanitarian Award winner, and international...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Supporting those that support us: How to help first responders with mental health, welless, and overcoming any dark day the job brings. This week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked is nothing short of powerful! Hot play to dive into the world of two remarkable heroes, Robert Brewster and...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today we had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of mental fitness with the dynamic Greg Kettner. A renowned speaker, trainer, and advocate for mental wellness in the workplace, Greg’s journey is not just a tale of professional expertise but a profound exploration of personal...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, we are joined by the presence and story of Sean Lally, a man whose life story is as powerful as his punches. Lally, a former elite Army Ranger, owner of the premier boxing gym in Boston – Title Boxing, and a...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck sits down with Joshua Shea, a former politician, magazine publisher, TEDx speaker, author, and a certified pornography addiction and betrayal trauma coach. Joshua’s story is a profound journey of struggles, realization, and transformation that resonates with the themes of resilience...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Dive into the life of Mya Kermelowicz, a remarkable individual whose journey is as inspiring as it is enlightening. Mya, an Endicott alum with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Creative Arts Therapy and a Master’s in Business Administration, a warrior in her own right. Her work as...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast!   In this week’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, our host, Chuck Thuss, takes us on a reflective journey through the year 2023. As he prepares to welcome 2024, Chuck shares his personal growth, business achievements, and the self-care practices that have supported his journey and could help...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast!  In the latest episode of Warriors Unmasked, we are privileged to share the extraordinary journey of Lois Hollis, a woman whose life is a testament to the transformative power of understanding and overcoming shameful guilt. Lois, a pioneer in the realm of shame guilt education and a...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, we hear the inspiring and transformative journey of Rod Cate!He is a man whose life story embodies the essence of resilience and the power of hope. Rod, aformer high school football star turned attorney, author, and podcaster, shares his experience with...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In today’s episode of Warriors Unmasked, we dive into the compelling and transformativejourney of Angie Read. Angie, a resilient stroke survivor, certified life coach, author, and mentalhealth advocate, shares her story with an openness that is both inspiring and heart-wrenching.Her experience, starting with a life-altering stroke at...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, we had the honor of sitting down with Kyomi O’Connor, abeacon of resilience and healing. Kyomi’s journey began in the shadow of emotional abuse as ayoung child, a time marked by harsh verbal bullying and the painful witnessing of her mother’sstruggles....

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, we welcome back J.R. Butler, a former NCAA hockey player,founder of Shift Group, an expert in post-athletic career transition, a mental health advocate, and anew dad. His journey is an inspiring story of transformation and resilience, filled with deep insightsinto the...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, we dive into the life of Benjamin Ellis, a former high school wrestler and professional athlete, whose journey through mental health challenges andOCD is both inspiring and deeply moving.Raised in a large military family, Benjamin’s external world seemed perfect, but beneath the surface,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today we step into the vibrant narrative of Tony Everett, the founder of My Personal Best Coaching. From England, to California, Tony has shaped a niche as a business coach with a unique clientele—athletes at the cusp of reinvention, poised to transition from competitive sports to the entrepreneurial world. But...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked. Today, we delve deep into the transformative journey of Colorado native, Risa August. Not just a Gestalt practitioner, Risa stands out as a patient advocate for rare pituitary diseases. Beyond her academic achievements – a BA in geography and a certification in...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today we go from the depths of despair to a beacon of hope, as we unpack the inspiring journey of Angela Williams. Angela’s story commences with the challenges of being raised by a single mother after her biological father decided he didn’t want children. The emotional scars...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked. Today, we delve deep into the heart and soul of Shaun Flores, a notable three-time TEDx speaker, a beacon of strength living with OCD, a leading social media influencer, and a tireless advocate for mental health.From the tender age of six,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to another captivating episode of Warriors Unmasked. Today’s guest, Reed Low, is a marvel of many hats: former professional hockey player, passionate auctioneer, devoted father, and a man of unwavering faith. Known by many as “Lowzy”, Reed’s journey is far from the stereotypical narrative of a professional athlete’s life.Emerging...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Nick Rothwell, a former professional hockey player, live sports broadcaster, podcast host, founder of ReTribe, recovered alcoholic, and mental health advocate.Before we dove into his incredible journey and the impactful work...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! Jonathan Hunt Glassman, CEO of Oar Health, presents a narrative that rings true for so many of us—using alcohol as a crutch for social anxiety, only to watch the problem spin out of control. Growing up in a household where alcohol was...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to another episode of Warriors Unmasked. Tom Matlack’s life journey is ascompelling as it is tumultuous. From facing death twice—once through addiction and lateron the brink of suicide—to ascending the corporate ladder as the CFO of a Fortune 500company, Tom’s story is a testament to resilience...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked. If you’re seeking an inspiring figure in mental health and empowerment, meet Craig Ball, an Australian mentor with a rich history of transforming lives. With over two decades of experience, Craig’s unique approach combines traditional and holistic techniques to help individuals...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked. In this episode, we dive into the inspiringjourney of Adrian Jones, a heart attack survivor and adoptee advocate. Adrian’s story is a testamentto resilience, purpose, and intention as he shares the transformative experiences that have shapedhis life.During a routine...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Join us on the Warriors Unmasked Podcast as we dive deep into the incredible journey of Rhonda Parker Taylor. From her humble beginnings in a small Midwest community to becoming a bestselling author, Rhonda’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and self-belief.Growing up surrounded by cornfields...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another powerful episode of Warriors Unmasked. In this episode, we dive into the world of renowned American contemporary artist, an instrumentalist, music producer, and advocate for children, Mr. Jimmy Toro.His art, drawing influences from greats such as Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome everyone, to another exciting episode of Warriors Unmasked. This is episode 112, and we have a guest who is no less than a living inspiration. The man of the hour is Mr. Eric Christiansen – an acclaimed documentarian, a recipient of the prestigious Southwestern Region Emmy Award seven times,...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked. Today, we sit down with Mike Skrypnek, an international bestselling author, men’s mental health advocate, CEO of Grow Get Give Coaching, and founder of the Unlimited Worth Project. Mike shares with us his transformative journey, from dealing with personal mental health...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey there, we’re back with another exciting session of Warriors Unmasked. This time, we got to chat with Matt Zeman, an author, entrepreneur, and expert in psychedelic medicine, who alsostands strong as an advocate for mental health.Our talk with Matt took us deep into the intriguing world of...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to episode 109 of Warriors Unmasked where we dive deep into the life of Thomas Buckley, a man who has weathered the storm of addiction and emerged stronger on the otherside.  Thomas has spent over three decades in the hospitality industry, wielding his contagious enthusiasm to...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, we sit down with Sandy Phillips Kirkham, a wife, mother, and grandmother who has triumphed over trauma. Sandy bravely shares her journey, from growing up in a divorced family to finding solace in the church and her relationship with...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today we’re going to take a casual yet heartwarming dive into the life of Mr. Maverick Khan. He’s a firefighter, husband, father, and mental health advocate who has been through some tough times but has come out even stronger on the other side. In this episode of...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to Warriors Unmasked! Today we had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Justin Goldman. Born and raised in a non-traditional hockey market of Dallas, Texas, Justin’s passion for the sport was ignited at a young age when he watched his first NHL practice. From that moment, he was...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today, we have a really special guest with us, Mr. Eric McCoy. Eric has a unique story to share with us, one that’s bound to take you on an emotional rollercoaster. Eric spent most of his life around substance abuse, trying every drug he could get his hands on, with...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! Where we chat with amazing people who have overcome all sorts of challenges to make a difference in the world. Today, we have the pleasure of talking to Andy Lipman – an author, advocate, and all-around badass cystic fibrosis warrior! Andy’s story is...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey there, Warriors Unmasked fans! Today’s episode is an incredibly special one, as we sit down with Mr. Bob Taylor, a veteran, author, and founder of the Patriot Promise Foundation. Bob takes us on a journey from his senior year at Michigan State University to being deployed halfway around...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey there! Welcome to another episode of Warriors Unmasked. Today we’re excited to sit down with Barbara Legere, a mother, author, Tip volunteer, and advocate who has faced some of life’s toughest challenges head-on. Barbara’s journey began when she became a single mother at the age of 30. Through...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and ultimately, redemption. Hit play and get ready for another powerful episode that will inspire and remind you that no matter how dark things may seem, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow. In this episode, we get to know Josh...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to episode 100 of Warriors Unmasked! We have loved every second we have been able to spend on the microphone serving you, the listener. We couldn’t kick off this episode without a proper thank YOU! For our big episode, we have a special guest, the amazing Ms....

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Today, we have an incredible guest, Paul Laberge, a mental health advocate, multi-sport athlete, and founder of One Step Forward. His journey is nothing short of inspiring. As a kid, Paul had a speech impediment that made him afraid to speak. But as he got older, he found...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to the world of Warriors Unmasked, a podcast that brings to light the stories of warriors who have faced their demons and come out stronger. This podcast provides a platform for individuals to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in life. In this episode, Chuck sits down with Evan...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Hey everyone, it’s Chuck, and I’m here to welcome you to the latest episode of Warriors Unmasked! While my partner Clint is out changing the world today, I got to chat with Andrew McConnell, the founder of rented.com and author of “Get Out of My Head – Creating Modern...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Are you ready for a transformative journey? In today’s episode of Warriors Unmasked John David Latta takes us on a wild ride of personal transformation that will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to take on the world. John was once a hard-driving, competitive man and successful CEO...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! We all struggle. Read that again…We all struggle. Everybody is going through something in their life and everyone has a story to tell. It can be easy to feel like we are the only ones feeling the way we do. The next thing we know, those feelings...

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked – The Podcast! Welcome to Warriors Unmasked! Today’s show is all about wellness, self-care, and calming your mind and body. Did you know that most people in 2023 are over-breathing? Short, shallow breaths can trigger your “fight or flight” response, increasing stress and anxiety. It can even cause a high heart rate,...