The Monica Sanford Show

I am joined today by Jason Boatwright, Air Force veteran and founder of The Boatwright Foundation. He tells us all about the Foundation we hear what inspired him to start the Foundation and their mission to support veterans and their families. He answers some True/False type questions on what you need to know and do to file your claims! I've known Jason for quite a few years now, and he's been on the show two or three times before talking about VA disability claims, the VA system, and helping

We sat down with Chris Turner is a Marine Corps veteran and Nashville recording artist whose career blends country music with a mission of service, resilience, and advocacy for veterans. His story is defined by determination, grassroots hustle, and a commitment to using his platform to support those who’ve worn the uniform.Chris Turner is a United States Marine Corps veteran, an iTunes charting country artist, and a man who’s turned his music into a mission. After growing up in the small town o

She was a total Blast! We sit down with the trailblazer The First Lady of EOD- Explosive Ordinance Disposal. She was the first female to graduate EOD school and become a bomb technician and breaking barriers under pressure. Combat Veteran, Bronze Star, first ever female to achieve the highest enlisted rank of Chief Master Sergeant. She tells us how her nails and bobby pins are some unusual, surprisingly, effective EOD tools. We discussed what women were doing in the AF in the 1970s and how s

PART 2: Dr. Mark Glazer is an interventional cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine, and Dr Executive Medical Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center inNashville, Tennessee. Over a medical career spanning more than 50 years, he has served as a principal investigator on numerous cardiac trials and studies, presented at national conferences, and authored multiple publications. He is also the author of the bestselling book Code Man, which explores how coding and billing influence t

Dr. Mark Glazer is an Interventional cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine, and Dr Executive Medical Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Over a medical career spanning more than 50 years, he hasserved as a principal investigator on numerous cardiac trials and studies, presented at national conferences, and authored multiple publications. He is also the author of the bestselling book Code Man, which explores how coding and billing influence the practi

We sit down with Joshua Parish: Veteran, Attorney, CEO of Vet Life Today. Along with his wife and 2 of NFL greatest players they are making a huge impact with their funding for advocacy, resources, developing an app and creating the Operation Safeguard program. The Board of Directors consists of 2 of the greatest players in Detroit Lions NFL history and they are working together to help millions of Veterans. Hear all about the Battle Buddy app, already used by 1/2 million vets and the VA to st

After 30 years of telling everyone else’s stories, today we finally get to hear hers. In her first-ever podcast interview, we are joined by Laura Hussey — the award‑winning broadcast journalist and beloved morning news anchor at WEAR 3, known across northwest Florida for her honesty, compassion, and unwavering commitment to telling people’s stories. With over 30 years of experience, Laura has lived nearly every angle of media with nine years in video production, 12 years as a country radio sta

Dr. Linda Silbert has dedicated more than 40 years to working with students of every age and ability.We discussed what can make school feel overwhelming for so many children. She and her husband co‑authored the award‑winning, million‑copy bestseller Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades:What Parents Need to Know and Do. A former teacher and principal, Dr. Silbert is a lifelong educator who has developed countless learning and study tools, contributed weekly educational columns to multiplepublications,

I’m joined by Jayla Thomas—Nashville Housing Trust FundCommissioner, businesswoman, community leader, and candidate for State House District 55. With a strong background in systems, operations, andefficiency, Jayla has led work in mergers and acquisitions within the renewable energy sector. She’s also deeply committed to supporting entrepreneurs—helpingthem launch, restructure, and pivot for long-term success. As an advocate for the communities she serves, Jaylasees firsthand the urgent challe

In this episode, I am joined by Arlie Haddix, CEO of Operation Stand Down Tennessee. Arlie is an Air Force veteran, retired Lt. Col., and graduate of both the U.S. Air Force Academy and Vanderbilt University School of Business Management. Under his leadership, OSDTN delivers coordinated services that reflect the full complexity of veterans’ needs — from urgent mental‑health support and emergency food & housing to career development, leadership courses, and community connection. We talk about t

PART TWO: From Battlefield to Boardroom lessons in Leadership: We sit down with retired Marine Major Lee Stuckey — a three-time combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, professional MMA fighter and the Founder & CEO of AHERO USA, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and rebuilding lives through connection, purpose, and community. The powerful episode has 3 Marines talking! Also, a sought-after keynote speaker, sharing hard‑earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and the mission

PART ONE: From Battlefield to Boardroom lessons in Leadership: We sit down with retired Marine Major Lee Stuckey — a three-time combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, professional MMA fighter and the Founder & CEO of AHERO USA, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and rebuildinglives through connection, purpose, and community. The powerful episode has 3 Marines talking! Also, a sought-after keynote speaker, sharing hard‑earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and the mission-