<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/military-creator-con/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Military Creator Con: Creator Conversations]]></title><podcast:guid>b8edd770-628f-5947-a1e7-99bb78c84a92</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:07 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 Military Creator Con]]></copyright><managingEditor>Military Creator Con</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Military Creator Con is the home for military-connected creators.
This channel spotlights veteran creators, active-duty creators, military spouse creators, and creators connected to the military community.

You’ll find:
- Long-form interviews and creator conversations
- Podcast appearances and featured guests from the MCC community
- Real lessons on content, community, mindset, and the creator journey

We feature podcasters, YouTubers, filmmakers, writers, artists, entrepreneurs, founders, and digital creators across every discipline. Each episode explores what they build, how they build it, and how military life shapes the work, the transition, and life beyond the uniform.

If you’re building a platform, a brand, or a business, and you want real stories plus practical creator insights, you’re in the right place.

Subscribe to meet new creators, learn what’s working, and stay connected to the military creator community.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png</url><title>Military Creator Con: Creator Conversations</title><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Military Creator Con</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Military Creator Con</itunes:author><description>Military Creator Con is the home for military-connected creators.
This channel spotlights veteran creators, active-duty creators, military spouse creators, and creators connected to the military community.

You’ll find:
- Long-form interviews and creator conversations
- Podcast appearances and featured guests from the MCC community
- Real lessons on content, community, mindset, and the creator journey

We feature podcasters, YouTubers, filmmakers, writers, artists, entrepreneurs, founders, and digital creators across every discipline. Each episode explores what they build, how they build it, and how military life shapes the work, the transition, and life beyond the uniform.

If you’re building a platform, a brand, or a business, and you want real stories plus practical creator insights, you’re in the right place.

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He's bringing his blueprint to MCC 2025 and yes, the conference is in Arlington.</p><p>When you think of the Dallas Cowboys and Facebook, think of the Cowboys Unifier. Retired Navy veteran with a sleight of hand social media skill set aimed at fellow veteran content creators to share his blueprint on monetizing your passion for your favorite NFL team.</p><p>Social Links</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cowboysunifier/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/cowboysunifier/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cowboysunifier/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/cowboysunifier/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CowboysUnifier " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@CowboysUnifier </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-gipson-cowboys-unifier/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-gipson-cowboys-unifier/</a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.officialamericasteam.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.officialamericasteam.com </a></p><p>🎟️ militarycreatorcon.com | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Barry Gibson spent 23 years in the Navy. Then he retired, found his niche, and spent the next decade building one of the most engaged Cowboys communities on Facebook. He's bringing his blueprint to MCC 2025 and yes, the conference is in Arlington.</p><p>When you think of the Dallas Cowboys and Facebook, think of the Cowboys Unifier. Retired Navy veteran with a sleight of hand social media skill set aimed at fellow veteran content creators to share his blueprint on monetizing your passion for your favorite NFL team.</p><p>Social Links</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cowboysunifier/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/cowboysunifier/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cowboysunifier/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/cowboysunifier/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CowboysUnifier " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@CowboysUnifier </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-gipson-cowboys-unifier/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-gipson-cowboys-unifier/</a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.officialamericasteam.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.officialamericasteam.com </a></p><p>🎟️ militarycreatorcon.com | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7b80914a-ee18-4cd7-a818-833c16867a6e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7b80914a-ee18-4cd7-a818-833c16867a6e.mp3" length="41660047" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>34</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Your Service Counted: Zach Starr on Finding Your Voice After the Uniform</title><itunes:title>Your Service Counted: Zach Starr on Finding Your Voice After the Uniform</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Zach Starr didn't see combat. He almost didn't survive the transition. Now he's closing out MCC 2025 with a keynote on trust, video, and why your story deserves to be heard.</p><p>Catch Zach live at Military Creator Con, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com </a></p><p>Socials</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/zackstarr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/zackstarr/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thezackstarr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/thezackstarr/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-starr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-starr/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.zackstarr.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.zackstarr.com/ </a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Zach Starr didn't see combat. He almost didn't survive the transition. Now he's closing out MCC 2025 with a keynote on trust, video, and why your story deserves to be heard.</p><p>Catch Zach live at Military Creator Con, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com </a></p><p>Socials</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/zackstarr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/zackstarr/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thezackstarr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/thezackstarr/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-starr/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-starr/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.zackstarr.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.zackstarr.com/ </a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2e661756-0c4d-45a8-a96c-c35307b280b7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2e661756-0c4d-45a8-a96c-c35307b280b7.mp3" length="41436267" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>33</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>We&apos;ll Figure It Out: John Albers on Failing Forward in Business</title><itunes:title>We&apos;ll Figure It Out: John Albers on Failing Forward in Business</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>John Albers flew 59 aircraft as a Marine test pilot, then lost everything trying to run a dry cleaning business. What came next built a 600-person aerospace company from scratch.</p><p>John is the founder &amp; CEO of Albers Aerospace. Following a six-year period of organic growth from himself to 80 teammates, John embarked on a buy &amp; build strategy in 2021.  Today, Albers Aerospace has nine locations and nearly 600 teammates doing great work for the Warfighter.</p><p>He's bringing that story to the Deploying Entrepreneurship panel at MCC 2025.</p><p>Connect with John:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalbers1 " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalbers1 </a></p><p>🎟️ militarycreatorcon.com | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>John Albers flew 59 aircraft as a Marine test pilot, then lost everything trying to run a dry cleaning business. What came next built a 600-person aerospace company from scratch.</p><p>John is the founder &amp; CEO of Albers Aerospace. Following a six-year period of organic growth from himself to 80 teammates, John embarked on a buy &amp; build strategy in 2021.  Today, Albers Aerospace has nine locations and nearly 600 teammates doing great work for the Warfighter.</p><p>He's bringing that story to the Deploying Entrepreneurship panel at MCC 2025.</p><p>Connect with John:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalbers1 " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalbers1 </a></p><p>🎟️ militarycreatorcon.com | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b6746e12-e2f8-4ede-897a-b413f419b362</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b6746e12-e2f8-4ede-897a-b413f419b362.mp3" length="24699356" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>32</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Personality Code That Changes Everything</title><itunes:title>The Personality Code That Changes Everything</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Michelle Angelillo has been using BANK, a reverse-engineered personality science system, to transform how people communicate, sell, and connect. In this conversation, she breaks down how understanding personality codes can change your relationships, your business, and even help veterans navigate the hardest transitions home.</p><p>Michelle Lee Angiolillo is an international speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning coach and trainer. Known for transforming lives through high-performance strategies, Michelle leads top-ranked training programs at Codebreaker Technologies. Her powerful, people-first coaching style, backed by cutting-edge systems and a drive for meaningful impact, inspires both immediate results and lasting connections. Passionate about helping others thrive, she brings heart, excellence, and proven expertise to every stage, session, and success story.</p><p>She's bringing a full workshop to MCC 2025 - don't miss it.</p><p>Social Links</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MichelleLee721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MichelleLee721/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michellelee_721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/michellelee_721/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItToTheBANK-Michellelee " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItToTheBANK-Michellelee </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/ </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleleeangiolillo " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleleeangiolillo </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://artandscienceofinfluence.now.site/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://artandscienceofinfluence.now.site/home</a></p><p>Catch Michelle live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnNPZ0dMUk9YMlFDZTVCWGRTUWR1QVpJM0dOQXxBQ3Jtc0tubEVGbDZQdTVibGQ4dXdlRy0xcnoyUl95STNRSDA1WjhSWEx1YWQ3U3lTZUpfQmRKYU1Zc29seWhQUHNiVmVjSnZQYldpXy1hay04RVJhUTJyWHZoUUlSRnNNUFhPSl9ld3JVNzhLUHdzRkdpN0JTNA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitarycreatorcon.com%2F&amp;v=jhtmGyHI1zo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Michelle Angelillo has been using BANK, a reverse-engineered personality science system, to transform how people communicate, sell, and connect. In this conversation, she breaks down how understanding personality codes can change your relationships, your business, and even help veterans navigate the hardest transitions home.</p><p>Michelle Lee Angiolillo is an international speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning coach and trainer. Known for transforming lives through high-performance strategies, Michelle leads top-ranked training programs at Codebreaker Technologies. Her powerful, people-first coaching style, backed by cutting-edge systems and a drive for meaningful impact, inspires both immediate results and lasting connections. Passionate about helping others thrive, she brings heart, excellence, and proven expertise to every stage, session, and success story.</p><p>She's bringing a full workshop to MCC 2025 - don't miss it.</p><p>Social Links</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MichelleLee721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MichelleLee721/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michellelee_721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/michellelee_721/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItToTheBANK-Michellelee " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItToTheBANK-Michellelee </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/ </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleleeangiolillo " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleleeangiolillo </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://artandscienceofinfluence.now.site/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://artandscienceofinfluence.now.site/home</a></p><p>Catch Michelle live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnNPZ0dMUk9YMlFDZTVCWGRTUWR1QVpJM0dOQXxBQ3Jtc0tubEVGbDZQdTVibGQ4dXdlRy0xcnoyUl95STNRSDA1WjhSWEx1YWQ3U3lTZUpfQmRKYU1Zc29seWhQUHNiVmVjSnZQYldpXy1hay04RVJhUTJyWHZoUUlSRnNNUFhPSl9ld3JVNzhLUHdzRkdpN0JTNA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitarycreatorcon.com%2F&amp;v=jhtmGyHI1zo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">154606b8-081b-458a-b15d-492e5aa60e50</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/154606b8-081b-458a-b15d-492e5aa60e50.mp3" length="41989037" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>31</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Entertainment Lawyer&apos;s Creator Success Secret</title><itunes:title>Entertainment Lawyer&apos;s Creator Success Secret</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Entertainment attorney and podcast pioneer Gordon Firemark breaks down why content creation is just the beginning and how veterans and military creators are uniquely positioned to build real business empires from their expertise.</p><p>Gordon has practiced entertainment law for 34+ years and has been podcasting for nearly two decades. At Military CreatorCon 2026, he'll be sharing the mindset shift that separates creators who grind for views from those who build lasting assets.</p><p>Learn more about Gordon:</p><p>Website: <a href="http://firemark.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://firemark.com/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gfiremark/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gfiremark/ </a></p><p>Military CreatorCon 2026 → <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Entertainment attorney and podcast pioneer Gordon Firemark breaks down why content creation is just the beginning and how veterans and military creators are uniquely positioned to build real business empires from their expertise.</p><p>Gordon has practiced entertainment law for 34+ years and has been podcasting for nearly two decades. At Military CreatorCon 2026, he'll be sharing the mindset shift that separates creators who grind for views from those who build lasting assets.</p><p>Learn more about Gordon:</p><p>Website: <a href="http://firemark.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://firemark.com/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gfiremark/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gfiremark/ </a></p><p>Military CreatorCon 2026 → <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d9f319de-06aa-4827-8fb3-4a36e030873b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d9f319de-06aa-4827-8fb3-4a36e030873b.mp3" length="43263247" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>41</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Cap Is Off: Dr. Russ Barnes on Strategy, Growth &amp; MCC</title><itunes:title>The Cap Is Off: Dr. Russ Barnes on Strategy, Growth &amp; MCC</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Russ Barnes has been part of Military Creator Con from day one and his fingerprints are all over the vision of what it's becoming. B-52 aviator turned PhD strategist turned entrepreneur, Russ breaks down why consistency builds movements, why the real magic happens outside the session rooms, and what makes this year's event different. </p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/systroprofit " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/systroprofit </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/systrosolutions/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/systrosolutions/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SystroSolutions " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@SystroSolutions </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbarnes " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbarnes </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.systrosolutions.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.systrosolutions.com </a></p><p>MCC 2025 | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX: 🎟️ <a href="militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">militarycreatorcon.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Russ Barnes has been part of Military Creator Con from day one and his fingerprints are all over the vision of what it's becoming. B-52 aviator turned PhD strategist turned entrepreneur, Russ breaks down why consistency builds movements, why the real magic happens outside the session rooms, and what makes this year's event different. </p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/systroprofit " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/systroprofit </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/systrosolutions/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/systrosolutions/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SystroSolutions " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@SystroSolutions </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbarnes " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbarnes </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.systrosolutions.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.systrosolutions.com </a></p><p>MCC 2025 | April 16-18 | Arlington, TX: 🎟️ <a href="militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">militarycreatorcon.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae469ff1-71ba-4fb7-89d6-3ec8f592d98d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae469ff1-71ba-4fb7-89d6-3ec8f592d98d.mp3" length="43032787" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>30</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Building A Movement for Military Spouse Entrepreneurs</title><itunes:title>Building A Movement for Military Spouse Entrepreneurs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Moni Jefferson is the founder of the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs (AMSE) and one of the most recognized voices in military spouse entrepreneurship. In this conversation, she talks about building a community of hundreds of thousands, launching apps before it was easy, testifying at the White House, and what the hard years of 2024 and 2025 actually taught her. </p><p>Learn more about Moni and AMSE: </p><p>Socials </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/monijeffersonbrands/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/monijeffersonbrands/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/travisjohnsonlive/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/travisjohnsonlive/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@monijeffersonpr " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@monijeffersonpr </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/moni-jefferson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/moni-jefferson/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.amseagency.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.amseagency.com </a></p><p>MCC 2026: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Moni Jefferson is the founder of the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs (AMSE) and one of the most recognized voices in military spouse entrepreneurship. In this conversation, she talks about building a community of hundreds of thousands, launching apps before it was easy, testifying at the White House, and what the hard years of 2024 and 2025 actually taught her. </p><p>Learn more about Moni and AMSE: </p><p>Socials </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/monijeffersonbrands/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/monijeffersonbrands/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/travisjohnsonlive/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/travisjohnsonlive/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@monijeffersonpr " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@monijeffersonpr </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/moni-jefferson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/moni-jefferson/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.amseagency.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.amseagency.com </a></p><p>MCC 2026: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9b37eb32-b299-4368-99e8-f33f8d488b02</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b37eb32-b299-4368-99e8-f33f8d488b02.mp3" length="52243672" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>29</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Your Studio is Your Brand: Stand Out</title><itunes:title>Your Studio is Your Brand: Stand Out</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Before you say a word, your audience has already decided. Podcaster, tech veteran, and home studio expert Junaid breaks down how your setup, your frame, and your presence do the talking, and how to use it to build real connections as a creator. </p><p>Catch Junaid live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. </p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a> </p><p>Follow Junaid on Socials </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/superjunaid " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/superjunaid </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/superjunaid/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/superjunaid/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/superjunaid/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/superjunaid/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://homestudiomastery.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://homestudiomastery.com </a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Before you say a word, your audience has already decided. Podcaster, tech veteran, and home studio expert Junaid breaks down how your setup, your frame, and your presence do the talking, and how to use it to build real connections as a creator. </p><p>Catch Junaid live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. </p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a> </p><p>Follow Junaid on Socials </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/superjunaid " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/superjunaid </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/superjunaid/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/superjunaid/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/superjunaid/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/superjunaid/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://homestudiomastery.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://homestudiomastery.com </a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8ea88575-c92d-4ff3-baa4-928b47168b40</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8ea88575-c92d-4ff3-baa4-928b47168b40.mp3" length="39392187" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Do You Own Your Content? 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Attorney and Army veteran Andy Nelson breaks down copyright, trademarks, and the fast-changing legal landscape around AI-generated content. </p><p>Catch Andy live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. </p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com </a></p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AttorneyAndyNelson " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/AttorneyAndyNelson </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/attorneyandynelson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/attorneyandynelson/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@defendingyourbrand6547 " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@defendingyourbrand6547 </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrnelson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrnelson/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.salientcounsel.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.salientcounsel.com </a></p><p>IP &amp; creative business law for veterans, entrepreneurs, and content creators.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you're using AI to create content, you may not own what you're making and most creators don't know it. Attorney and Army veteran Andy Nelson breaks down copyright, trademarks, and the fast-changing legal landscape around AI-generated content. </p><p>Catch Andy live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. </p><p>👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com </a></p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AttorneyAndyNelson " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/AttorneyAndyNelson </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/attorneyandynelson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/attorneyandynelson/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@defendingyourbrand6547 " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@defendingyourbrand6547 </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrnelson/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrnelson/ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.salientcounsel.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.salientcounsel.com </a></p><p>IP &amp; creative business law for veterans, entrepreneurs, and content creators.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">21c4fc80-1ad8-4b39-8387-f6d5a0e0f0d7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/21c4fc80-1ad8-4b39-8387-f6d5a0e0f0d7.mp3" length="39528292" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Dog Tags to Ownership: How Veterans Build Businesses</title><itunes:title>Dog Tags to Ownership: How Veterans Build Businesses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Active duty Army Lt. Colonel and entrepreneur Julie Austin built three businesses while still serving and she's got a framework to help you do the same. From real estate hacks with your VA loan to turning military discipline into business ownership, this one's packed. </p><p>Catch Julie live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. 👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a> </p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/DogTags-to-Ownership/61570371457419/ </p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dogtags_to_ownership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/dogtags_to_ownership</a> </p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DogTagstoOwnership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@DogTagstoOwnership</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="www.linkedin.com/in/julie-v-austin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/in/julie-v-austin</a> </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dogtags-to-ownership.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.dogtags-to-ownership.com/ </a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dogtags_to_ownership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@dogtags_to_ownership</a></p><p>Dog Tags to Ownership | Helping service members and veterans transition military service into entrepreneurship.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Active duty Army Lt. Colonel and entrepreneur Julie Austin built three businesses while still serving and she's got a framework to help you do the same. From real estate hacks with your VA loan to turning military discipline into business ownership, this one's packed. </p><p>Catch Julie live at Military CreatorCon, April 16–18 in Arlington, TX. 👉 <a href="https://militarycreatorcon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://militarycreatorcon.com</a> </p><p>Social Links </p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/DogTags-to-Ownership/61570371457419/ </p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dogtags_to_ownership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/dogtags_to_ownership</a> </p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DogTagstoOwnership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@DogTagstoOwnership</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="www.linkedin.com/in/julie-v-austin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/in/julie-v-austin</a> </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dogtags-to-ownership.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.dogtags-to-ownership.com/ </a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dogtags_to_ownership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@dogtags_to_ownership</a></p><p>Dog Tags to Ownership | Helping service members and veterans transition military service into entrepreneurship.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d4a936f6-9dd4-45f0-a88a-69f75623632a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d4a936f6-9dd4-45f0-a88a-69f75623632a.mp3" length="46119782" 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target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/milspousetransition </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/milspousetransition/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/milspousetransition/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@milspousetransition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@milspousetransition</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadlarson/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadlarson/</a></p><p>Get your MCC 2026 tickets → <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a> </p><p>Military Spouse Transition | Veteran Family Life | Creator Community | MCC 2026</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After two decades as a military spouse, Anna Larson wasn't prepared for what came next and she's made it her mission to change that for others.</p><p>Travis sits down with Anna ahead of Military Creator Con 2026 to talk about military spouse identity, transition gaps, and why communication between service members and spouses can make or break what comes after active duty. </p><p>Socials: </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/milspousetransition " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/milspousetransition </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/milspousetransition/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/milspousetransition/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@milspousetransition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@milspousetransition</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadlarson/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadlarson/</a></p><p>Get your MCC 2026 tickets → <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener 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She helps mission-driven leaders get clear on what they're building and move their work forward in a way that people can understand, support, and invest in. </p><p>Socials: </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kimberleenicolesmith " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/kimberleenicolesmith </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_tenacious_rose/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/the_tenacious_rose/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kimberleenicolesmith " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kimberleenicolesmith </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/knicole " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/knicole </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.kimberleenicolesmith.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.kimberleenicolesmith.com/ </a></p><p>MCC Creator Conversations is part of <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCD9aUqGJbi24O9D04BrHq6Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @militarycreatorcon </a> the community where veteran and military-connected creators come together to collaborate, create, and build. </p><p>JOIN and REGISTER: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/register</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So what happens when you're 22, deployed, and the elder in the room? </p><p>Kimberlee Nicole Smith served in the U.S. Army as a mental health specialist during Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and what she discovered on deployment changed everything. </p><p>🎤 Kimberlee Nicole Smith is a U.S. Army veteran, performative storyteller, public health educator, and creative strategist. She helps mission-driven leaders get clear on what they're building and move their work forward in a way that people can understand, support, and invest in. </p><p>Socials: </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kimberleenicolesmith " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/kimberleenicolesmith </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_tenacious_rose/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/the_tenacious_rose/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kimberleenicolesmith " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kimberleenicolesmith </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/knicole " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/knicole </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.kimberleenicolesmith.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.kimberleenicolesmith.com/ </a></p><p>MCC Creator Conversations is part of <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCD9aUqGJbi24O9D04BrHq6Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @militarycreatorcon </a> the community where veteran and military-connected creators come together to collaborate, create, and build. </p><p>JOIN and REGISTER: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/register</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3892e935-ffc9-4b0c-a1b3-703e4a90036d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3892e935-ffc9-4b0c-a1b3-703e4a90036d.mp3" length="40962822" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From CNN to Hollywood: Jody Friedman on Reinventing Yourself</title><itunes:title>From CNN to Hollywood: Jody Friedman on Reinventing Yourself</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if everything holding you back isn't a strategy problem, but it's a room you built as a kid? </p><p>In this episode of MCC Creator Conversations, host James sits down with Jody Friedman, music supervisor for The Bachelor franchise, former CNN producer, songwriter, and identity coach, to unpack one of the most powerful frameworks for high achievers: Wreck the Room. Jody's story is anything but linear. From winning CNN's internal talent show and landing in New York, to writing the Nancy Grace theme song, to supervising music in Hollywood for 20+ years. </p><p>Jody has reinvented himself at every major crossroads. And he's turned that hard-won wisdom into a system to help entrepreneurs and creators do the same.</p><p>🎤 About Jody Friedman: </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JodyFriedmanOfficial/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JodyFriedmanOfficial/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jody_friedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jody_friedman </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jody_friedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jody_friedman </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyfriedman/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyfriedman/ </a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jodyfriedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@jodyfriedman </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.jodyfriedman.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.jodyfriedman.com </a></p><p>🎯 About MCC Creator Conversations: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if everything holding you back isn't a strategy problem, but it's a room you built as a kid? </p><p>In this episode of MCC Creator Conversations, host James sits down with Jody Friedman, music supervisor for The Bachelor franchise, former CNN producer, songwriter, and identity coach, to unpack one of the most powerful frameworks for high achievers: Wreck the Room. Jody's story is anything but linear. From winning CNN's internal talent show and landing in New York, to writing the Nancy Grace theme song, to supervising music in Hollywood for 20+ years. </p><p>Jody has reinvented himself at every major crossroads. And he's turned that hard-won wisdom into a system to help entrepreneurs and creators do the same.</p><p>🎤 About Jody Friedman: </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JodyFriedmanOfficial/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JodyFriedmanOfficial/ </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jody_friedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jody_friedman </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jody_friedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jody_friedman </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyfriedman/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyfriedman/ </a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jodyfriedman " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@jodyfriedman </a></p><p>Website: <a href="www.jodyfriedman.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.jodyfriedman.com </a></p><p>🎯 About MCC Creator Conversations: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a1e78112-aadd-4141-9e67-c2602bbcad88</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a1e78112-aadd-4141-9e67-c2602bbcad88.mp3" length="41203302" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Military Strategies That Win in Business | Lee Pepper</title><itunes:title>Military Strategies That Win in Business | Lee Pepper</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Lee Pepper spent eight years in the U.S. Army, worked on Ross Perot's presidential campaigns, and went on to grow a behavioral health company 60X in shareholder value, culminating in a $350 million acquisition.</p><p>His secret weapon?</p><p>The leadership strategies he learned in uniform that most veterans don't even realize are transferable. In this conversation, Lee breaks down why veterans struggle to translate their service into language the civilian world understands, what businesses are actually looking for when they hire vets, and how military training culture quietly outperforms most corporate onboarding programs.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: militarycreatorcon.com</p><p>📌 Connect with Lee Pepper:</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579698926118</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleepepper/</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leepepper</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leepepper/</p><p>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lee.pepper</p><p>Website: www.NeverOutmatched.com</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lee Pepper spent eight years in the U.S. Army, worked on Ross Perot's presidential campaigns, and went on to grow a behavioral health company 60X in shareholder value, culminating in a $350 million acquisition.</p><p>His secret weapon?</p><p>The leadership strategies he learned in uniform that most veterans don't even realize are transferable. In this conversation, Lee breaks down why veterans struggle to translate their service into language the civilian world understands, what businesses are actually looking for when they hire vets, and how military training culture quietly outperforms most corporate onboarding programs.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: militarycreatorcon.com</p><p>📌 Connect with Lee Pepper:</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579698926118</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleepepper/</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leepepper</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leepepper/</p><p>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lee.pepper</p><p>Website: www.NeverOutmatched.com</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dd119efa-3357-4747-a14c-8ea2ba80b4fa</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dd119efa-3357-4747-a14c-8ea2ba80b4fa.mp3" length="46664202" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From Infantry to AI: How a Veteran Built His Unfair Advantage</title><itunes:title>From Infantry to AI: How a Veteran Built His Unfair Advantage</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Adam Peters served nearly 13 years as an Army infantryman: four deployments, 50 months in combat zones and spent 8+ years struggling to find his footing after getting out. Today, he's an AI educator, personal brand builder, and speaker at Military CreatorCon, helping businesses cut through the noise and actually use AI to win.</p><p>In this conversation, Adam and James break down how relationships and giving without expecting anything in return became the real cheat code, in business and in life.</p><p>🎟️ Want to experience Military CreatorCon in person? Don't miss it.</p><p>📌Connect with Adam Peters:</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563037727718v Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamp3t3rs/</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thestrategicveteran</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestrategicveteran/</p><p>Website: thestrategicveteran.com</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Adam Peters served nearly 13 years as an Army infantryman: four deployments, 50 months in combat zones and spent 8+ years struggling to find his footing after getting out. 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Now, he's helping creators and entrepreneurs stop treating AI like a to-do list tool and start using it like a co-founder.</p><p>In this conversation, Ron breaks down what most creators get wrong about AI, how to systematize your content production without losing your voice, and the exact custom GPT setup he uses to turn a single transcript into three different outputs, with zero extra prompting. He'll be sharing more at Military CreatorCon, and this episode is a sneak peek at what's coming.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</p><p>📌 Connect with Ron Friedman:</p><p>YouTube: https://youtube.com/@merchpilot</p><p>LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ronfriedman</p><p>Website: merchpilot.ai</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ron Friedman has been at the intersection of tech, storytelling, and marketing for decades: from adding augmented reality to physical products before most people knew what AR was, to building AI-powered experiences at major conferences. Now, he's helping creators and entrepreneurs stop treating AI like a to-do list tool and start using it like a co-founder.</p><p>In this conversation, Ron breaks down what most creators get wrong about AI, how to systematize your content production without losing your voice, and the exact custom GPT setup he uses to turn a single transcript into three different outputs, with zero extra prompting. He'll be sharing more at Military CreatorCon, and this episode is a sneak peek at what's coming.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</p><p>📌 Connect with Ron Friedman:</p><p>YouTube: https://youtube.com/@merchpilot</p><p>LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ronfriedman</p><p>Website: merchpilot.ai</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">43d068b8-6dd8-41e9-986c-e2dd3e81d464</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/43d068b8-6dd8-41e9-986c-e2dd3e81d464.mp3" length="49760382" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Your Story Has a Purpose - Here&apos;s How to Find It | Mary Lou Kayser</title><itunes:title>Your Story Has a Purpose - Here&apos;s How to Find It | Mary Lou Kayser</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mary Lou Kayser has spent over a decade helping high-performing people get unstuck, not because they lack discipline or drive, but because no one taught them how to read the terrain that's constantly shifting beneath their feet.</p><p>A writer, podcaster, and former English teacher, Mary Lou brings a rare blend of creativity, strategy, and heart to everything she does. In this conversation, she breaks down why storytelling for its own sake doesn't work, what's really blocking most creators from moving forward, and why lone wolves actually need a pack more than they think. She also shares a live coaching moment with host Travis that's worth the watch alone.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: militarycreatorcon.com</p><p>📌 Connect with Mary Lou:</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryloukayser</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryLouKayser/</p><p>LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mlkayser</p><p>Website: https://maryloukayser.com</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mary Lou Kayser has spent over a decade helping high-performing people get unstuck, not because they lack discipline or drive, but because no one taught them how to read the terrain that's constantly shifting beneath their feet.</p><p>A writer, podcaster, and former English teacher, Mary Lou brings a rare blend of creativity, strategy, and heart to everything she does. In this conversation, she breaks down why storytelling for its own sake doesn't work, what's really blocking most creators from moving forward, and why lone wolves actually need a pack more than they think. She also shares a live coaching moment with host Travis that's worth the watch alone.</p><p>🎟️ Learn more about Military CreatorCon: militarycreatorcon.com</p><p>📌 Connect with Mary Lou:</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryloukayser</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryLouKayser/</p><p>LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mlkayser</p><p>Website: https://maryloukayser.com</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">687d9e7b-ec41-4dea-8d8c-376a79ce93c4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/687d9e7b-ec41-4dea-8d8c-376a79ce93c4.mp3" length="21220662" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>She Turned Military Trauma Into a Mission | Col. Lisa Firmin</title><itunes:title>She Turned Military Trauma Into a Mission | Col. Lisa Firmin</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Lisa Firmin is a retired Air Force Colonel, combat veteran, Bronze Star recipient, poet, author, and entrepreneur, and she's just getting started. After years of silence about her own experiences with military sexual trauma, Lisa chose to speak up, write about it, and build a platform that has literally saved lives.</p><p>In this conversation, Lisa shares the story behind her powerful books, including Stories from the Front and Latino Warrior, how writing became her path to healing from PTSD, and why she believes every veteran carries a story worth telling.</p><p>📌 Connect with Lisa:</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisacarringtonfirmin/</p><p>YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/lisacarringtonfirmin/</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-firmin-97584a12</p><p>Website: www.lisacarringtonfirmin.com</p><p>🪖 Learn more about Military Creator Con → militarycreatorcon.com Like, subscribe &amp; comment below - what's YOUR mission today?</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lisa Firmin is a retired Air Force Colonel, combat veteran, Bronze Star recipient, poet, author, and entrepreneur, and she's just getting started. After years of silence about her own experiences with military sexual trauma, Lisa chose to speak up, write about it, and build a platform that has literally saved lives.</p><p>In this conversation, Lisa shares the story behind her powerful books, including Stories from the Front and Latino Warrior, how writing became her path to healing from PTSD, and why she believes every veteran carries a story worth telling.</p><p>📌 Connect with Lisa:</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisacarringtonfirmin/</p><p>YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/lisacarringtonfirmin/</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-firmin-97584a12</p><p>Website: www.lisacarringtonfirmin.com</p><p>🪖 Learn more about Military Creator Con → militarycreatorcon.com Like, subscribe &amp; comment below - what's YOUR mission today?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3cfa8f80-b19b-4a3a-acd9-ba7caf3ad644</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3cfa8f80-b19b-4a3a-acd9-ba7caf3ad644.mp3" length="39241052" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From Military Spouse to Holistic Healer: Trauma, Resilience &amp; the &quot;Hug It Out&quot; Method</title><itunes:title>From Military Spouse to Holistic Healer: Trauma, Resilience &amp; the &quot;Hug It Out&quot; Method</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when a TV journalist and military spouse channels decades of high-stress living into a mission to heal others?</p><p>You get Hilary Russo and her story is one you won't want to miss. In this episode of MCC Creator Conversations, host James sits down with Hilary Russo of Hilistically Speaking to unpack her journey from reporting live on 9/11 to becoming a trauma-informed holistic health practitioner.</p><p>She breaks down her signature "Hug It Out" method- built around Healing, Understanding, and Gratitude, and why self-regulation is a lifelong relationship, not a one-time fix.</p><p>🎙️ Connect with Hilary: Podcast &amp; Socials → <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCYYICLWbWXCsbkVUlkXOA-w" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @HilaryRusso </a> (YouTube)</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HIListicallySpeaking/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrusso</p><p>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hilisticallyspeaking</p><p>Website: https://www.hilaryrusso.com/</p><p>🪖 Learn more about Military Creator Con → militarycreatorcon.com Like, subscribe &amp; comment below - what's YOUR hug it out hack today?</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when a TV journalist and military spouse channels decades of high-stress living into a mission to heal others?</p><p>You get Hilary Russo and her story is one you won't want to miss. In this episode of MCC Creator Conversations, host James sits down with Hilary Russo of Hilistically Speaking to unpack her journey from reporting live on 9/11 to becoming a trauma-informed holistic health practitioner.</p><p>She breaks down her signature "Hug It Out" method- built around Healing, Understanding, and Gratitude, and why self-regulation is a lifelong relationship, not a one-time fix.</p><p>🎙️ Connect with Hilary: Podcast &amp; Socials → <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCYYICLWbWXCsbkVUlkXOA-w" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @HilaryRusso </a> (YouTube)</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HIListicallySpeaking/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrusso</p><p>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hilisticallyspeaking</p><p>Website: https://www.hilaryrusso.com/</p><p>🪖 Learn more about Military Creator Con → militarycreatorcon.com Like, subscribe &amp; comment below - what's YOUR hug it out hack today?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">77f15ce4-6d78-4330-9af5-e73f2ce7b269</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/77f15ce4-6d78-4330-9af5-e73f2ce7b269.mp3" length="41969832" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From Foxhole to Mic: Build Your Brand with Free Community TV</title><itunes:title>From Foxhole to Mic: Build Your Brand with Free Community TV</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Guest host, Sean Douglas sits down with Marine Corps veteran and Oscar Mike Radio, founder Travis Partington on the latest Military Creator Con Creator Conversations episode to talk about a massively underused content strategy: Community Access Television.</p><p>Travis breaks down how veterans, small business owners, and nonprofits can walk into their local public access studio and produce broadcast-quality video content at zero cost, thanks to FCC-mandated cable provider funding. No gear, no editing skills required.</p><p>Both Travis and Sean will be speaking at Military Creator Con, April 16-18 in Arlington, Texas. Learn more and register at militarycreatorcon.com.</p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Sean Douglas:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.thesuccesscorps.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thesuccesscorps.com/</a></p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCOOcSmGGxtsjyU6FPUuLeZg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁨@TheSuccessCorps⁩ </a></p><p>Learn more about our Veteran Supporter:</p><p>Travis Partington: <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBijX1HCosEMAVPxB56scLg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁨@oscarmikeradioonmission-al6081⁩ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Guest host, Sean Douglas sits down with Marine Corps veteran and Oscar Mike Radio, founder Travis Partington on the latest Military Creator Con Creator Conversations episode to talk about a massively underused content strategy: Community Access Television.</p><p>Travis breaks down how veterans, small business owners, and nonprofits can walk into their local public access studio and produce broadcast-quality video content at zero cost, thanks to FCC-mandated cable provider funding. No gear, no editing skills required.</p><p>Both Travis and Sean will be speaking at Military Creator Con, April 16-18 in Arlington, Texas. Learn more and register at militarycreatorcon.com.</p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Sean Douglas:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.thesuccesscorps.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thesuccesscorps.com/</a></p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCOOcSmGGxtsjyU6FPUuLeZg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁨@TheSuccessCorps⁩ </a></p><p>Learn more about our Veteran Supporter:</p><p>Travis Partington: <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBijX1HCosEMAVPxB56scLg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁨@oscarmikeradioonmission-al6081⁩ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8a31f623-3efe-4935-b199-398af9e99470</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8a31f623-3efe-4935-b199-398af9e99470.mp3" length="17967645" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>How Veterans Can Build a Podcast Empire | Mike Dell &amp; Blubrry</title><itunes:title>How Veterans Can Build a Podcast Empire | Mike Dell &amp; Blubrry</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike Dell went from serving in the Air Force to building one of the most respected names in podcasting and he's got 20+ years of hard-won insight to prove it.</p><p>In this Creator Conversations session with guest host, Lechon Kirb, Mike shares how veterans can use podcasting to tell their stories, own their intellectual property, and build lasting networks that go far beyond a social media algorithm.</p><p>As a driving force behind Blubrry, Mike breaks down how the platform supports veteran creators and independent networks, what it really takes to get your technical setup right, and why video podcasting is the next frontier you can't afford to ignore.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH Mike Dell:</p><p>Mike's Website: <a href="https: https://mikedell.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https: https://mikedell.com/ </a></p><p>Blubrry Website: <a href="https://blubrry.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://blubrry.com/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgdell/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgdell/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p><p>🪖 Military Creator Con brings together veteran storytellers, creators, and entrepreneurs to share, connect, and grow. Subscribe for more Creator Conversations.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike Dell went from serving in the Air Force to building one of the most respected names in podcasting and he's got 20+ years of hard-won insight to prove it.</p><p>In this Creator Conversations session with guest host, Lechon Kirb, Mike shares how veterans can use podcasting to tell their stories, own their intellectual property, and build lasting networks that go far beyond a social media algorithm.</p><p>As a driving force behind Blubrry, Mike breaks down how the platform supports veteran creators and independent networks, what it really takes to get your technical setup right, and why video podcasting is the next frontier you can't afford to ignore.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH Mike Dell:</p><p>Mike's Website: <a href="https: https://mikedell.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https: https://mikedell.com/ </a></p><p>Blubrry Website: <a href="https://blubrry.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://blubrry.com/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgdell/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgdell/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p><p>🪖 Military Creator Con brings together veteran storytellers, creators, and entrepreneurs to share, connect, and grow. Subscribe for more Creator Conversations.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bbcd8e0d-ca72-4195-8cc2-042befc27bb2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bbcd8e0d-ca72-4195-8cc2-042befc27bb2.mp3" length="16642630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Why Discomfort Is Your Greatest Marketing Tool</title><itunes:title>Why Discomfort Is Your Greatest Marketing Tool</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>"Get comfortable with being uncomfortable."</p><p>Most marketers play it safe. Cliff Quicksell has built a career doing the opposite and after decades in the industry, he's convinced that the willingness to fail, experiment, and get genuinely uncomfortable is the only thing that keeps you relevant.</p><p>Military Creator Con, Cofounder, James Van Prooyen sits with Cliff to break down how creativity and innovation actually work in marketing, why so many businesses stagnate by sticking to what's already working, and how embracing failure completely changed his approach to leadership and life.</p><p>If you've been playing it safe, this episode is your wake-up call.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH CLIFF QUICKSELL:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.quicksellspeaks.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.quicksellspeaks.com/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffquicksell1/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffquicksell1/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>"Get comfortable with being uncomfortable."</p><p>Most marketers play it safe. Cliff Quicksell has built a career doing the opposite and after decades in the industry, he's convinced that the willingness to fail, experiment, and get genuinely uncomfortable is the only thing that keeps you relevant.</p><p>Military Creator Con, Cofounder, James Van Prooyen sits with Cliff to break down how creativity and innovation actually work in marketing, why so many businesses stagnate by sticking to what's already working, and how embracing failure completely changed his approach to leadership and life.</p><p>If you've been playing it safe, this episode is your wake-up call.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH CLIFF QUICKSELL:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.quicksellspeaks.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.quicksellspeaks.com/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffquicksell1/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffquicksell1/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">86bbb7b7-8f82-4b4a-beca-e100540ab07f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/86bbb7b7-8f82-4b4a-beca-e100540ab07f.mp3" length="40322377" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Connection Over Isolation: The Business Truth Nobody Tells You</title><itunes:title>Connection Over Isolation: The Business Truth Nobody Tells You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Isolation is one of the most dangerous things an entrepreneur can face, and for veterans making the leap into business, it can be the thing that quietly kills momentum before it ever builds. D. Scott has spent years studying what actually holds communities together, how storytelling creates trust at scale, and where AI fits into the future of authentic human connection.</p><p>In this conversation with Military CreatorCon co-founder Marah Lago, he breaks it all down with the kind of practical, no-fluff insight that only comes from someone who has lived it.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH D. SCOTT SMITH:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dscottsmith.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.dscottsmith.com/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UCEW7fRgqZ8yWVJAP6xSYImQ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UCEW7fRgqZ8yWVJAP6xSYImQ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottsmith/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottsmith/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Isolation is one of the most dangerous things an entrepreneur can face, and for veterans making the leap into business, it can be the thing that quietly kills momentum before it ever builds. D. Scott has spent years studying what actually holds communities together, how storytelling creates trust at scale, and where AI fits into the future of authentic human connection.</p><p>In this conversation with Military CreatorCon co-founder Marah Lago, he breaks it all down with the kind of practical, no-fluff insight that only comes from someone who has lived it.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH D. SCOTT SMITH:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dscottsmith.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.dscottsmith.com/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UCEW7fRgqZ8yWVJAP6xSYImQ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UCEW7fRgqZ8yWVJAP6xSYImQ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottsmith/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottsmith/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">916b455f-2ddf-4427-b8df-a68b5967117c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/916b455f-2ddf-4427-b8df-a68b5967117c.mp3" length="43187262" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The AI Tool Helping Veterans Never Lose a Relationship | Tenur</title><itunes:title>The AI Tool Helping Veterans Never Lose a Relationship | Tenur</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>"Technology should serve human connection, not replace it."</p><p>One of the hardest parts of leaving military service isn't the career transition, it's losing the relationships. The tight-knit bonds built over years of service tend to fade fast once you're back in civilian life, and most veterans never find a real solution for it. Junhao Chen and Erik Gonzalez did something about it. Their company Tenur is a voice relationship operating system that uses AI to help people maintain authentic, meaningful connections, not just collect contacts.</p><p>We also get into their entrepreneurial journey, the concept of category design and why creating something genuinely new is harder, and more rewarding, than competing in an existing space, and where relationship tech is headed next including wearables and seamless interfaces that make staying connected feel completely natural.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH JUNHAO CHEN &amp; ERIC RODRIGUEZ:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.tenur.co/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tenur.co/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenurai/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenurai/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>"Technology should serve human connection, not replace it."</p><p>One of the hardest parts of leaving military service isn't the career transition, it's losing the relationships. The tight-knit bonds built over years of service tend to fade fast once you're back in civilian life, and most veterans never find a real solution for it. Junhao Chen and Erik Gonzalez did something about it. Their company Tenur is a voice relationship operating system that uses AI to help people maintain authentic, meaningful connections, not just collect contacts.</p><p>We also get into their entrepreneurial journey, the concept of category design and why creating something genuinely new is harder, and more rewarding, than competing in an existing space, and where relationship tech is headed next including wearables and seamless interfaces that make staying connected feel completely natural.</p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH JUNHAO CHEN &amp; ERIC RODRIGUEZ:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.tenur.co/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tenur.co/ </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenurai/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenurai/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d77587f1-5abc-4cd8-96c2-ff0b6565360b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d77587f1-5abc-4cd8-96c2-ff0b6565360b.mp3" length="46063002" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From 355 lbs &amp; Bedridden to CEO: A Veteran&apos;s Comeback Story</title><itunes:title>From 355 lbs &amp; Bedridden to CEO: A Veteran&apos;s Comeback Story</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Thomas Long is a 100% permanent &amp; total disabled veteran, 3-time suicide survivor, and CEO of Apex Business Alliance, and his story will stop you in your tracks. In this conversation, Thomas opens up about losing 150+ pounds without surgery, escaping a dark chapter of alcoholism and near-death, and how faith, family, and community pulled him back from the edge.</p><p>Guest host, Travis Partington of Oscar Mike Radio breaks down with Thomas on why traditional networking is broken and how Apex is building something better: real relationships, built with honor, integrity, and service.</p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington at <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBijX1HCosEMAVPxB56scLg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @oscarmikeradioonmission-al6081 </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com/ </a></p><p>Thomas and Travis will be at Military Creator Con 2026 | April 16–18 | Arlington, TX</p><p>🎖️ 🔗 Learn more about Apex: <a href="https://apexba.world " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">apexba.world </a></p><p>📧 Email Thomas: helpingvets2012@gmail.com</p><p>📞 Call/Text: 215-520-8826</p><p>🏆 National Social Media Awards (June 7, Hollywood): recognizing 75 veterans this year</p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thomas Long is a 100% permanent &amp; total disabled veteran, 3-time suicide survivor, and CEO of Apex Business Alliance, and his story will stop you in your tracks. In this conversation, Thomas opens up about losing 150+ pounds without surgery, escaping a dark chapter of alcoholism and near-death, and how faith, family, and community pulled him back from the edge.</p><p>Guest host, Travis Partington of Oscar Mike Radio breaks down with Thomas on why traditional networking is broken and how Apex is building something better: real relationships, built with honor, integrity, and service.</p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington at <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBijX1HCosEMAVPxB56scLg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @oscarmikeradioonmission-al6081 </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com/ </a></p><p>Thomas and Travis will be at Military Creator Con 2026 | April 16–18 | Arlington, TX</p><p>🎖️ 🔗 Learn more about Apex: <a href="https://apexba.world " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">apexba.world </a></p><p>📧 Email Thomas: helpingvets2012@gmail.com</p><p>📞 Call/Text: 215-520-8826</p><p>🏆 National Social Media Awards (June 7, Hollywood): recognizing 75 veterans this year</p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4d505358-4c3e-4169-94d0-6114430c6e65</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4d505358-4c3e-4169-94d0-6114430c6e65.mp3" length="15578775" 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competition is the real growth strategy nobody talks about enough. </p><p>🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations at the intersection of military service, creativity, and community. </p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH MR WHISKEY: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.coupleonukes.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coupleonukes.com/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UCgbjft4XUbsokd08xQPrSow " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UCgbjft4XUbsokd08xQPrSow </a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-whiskey-921b70299/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-whiskey-921b70299/ </a></p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mr. Whiskey went from operating nuclear systems in the Navy to building one of 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this episode will change how you think about building a team. </p><p>🔔 Subscribe for weekly content on the creator economy, veteran entrepreneurship, and building a life you actually want. </p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH DONNIE BOIVIN: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://successchampionnetworking.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://successchampionnetworking.com/</a> </p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/</a> </p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jaime Jay went from jumping out of planes with the 82nd Airborne to 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target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/</a> </p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">affc6a4f-dbf5-4b51-91d4-d47d474e0687</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/affc6a4f-dbf5-4b51-91d4-d47d474e0687.mp3" length="47705446" 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In this episode, special host, Lechon Kirb sits with Donnie to explore his proven 30-30-30 methodology for networking, thought leadership, and outreach, plus why sharing your business failures might be the most powerful thing you can do for your brand and your community. 💡 </p><p>If you're ready to stop playing small and start building something real, hit subscribe and join our community of veterans, military spouses, and creators doing the work. </p><p>🔔 Subscribe for weekly content on the creator economy, veteran entrepreneurship, and building a life you actually want. </p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH DONNIE BOIVIN: Website: <a href="https://successchampionnetworking.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://successchampionnetworking.com/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/</a> </p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a> </p><p>📌 LEARN MORE ABOUT LECHON KIRB: Lechon Kirb: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/</a> </p><p>Market Theory: <a href="https://markettheory.framer.website/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://markettheory.framer.website/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What does it take to go from military service to building a successful business empire? </p><p>Donnie Boivin breaks it all down - the failures, the breakthroughs, and the exact strategies that changed everything. In this episode, special host, Lechon Kirb sits with Donnie to explore his proven 30-30-30 methodology for networking, thought leadership, and outreach, plus why sharing your business failures might be the most powerful thing you can do for your brand and your community. 💡 </p><p>If you're ready to stop playing small and start building something real, hit subscribe and join our community of veterans, military spouses, and creators doing the work. </p><p>🔔 Subscribe for weekly content on the creator economy, veteran entrepreneurship, and building a life you actually want. </p><p>📌 CONNECT WITH DONNIE BOIVIN: Website: <a href="https://successchampionnetworking.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://successchampionnetworking.com/ </a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@UC7dWCHPdMBE4iomwQkn4W9g</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/</a> </p><p>📌 JOIN and CONNECT WITH US: </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a> </p><p>📌 LEARN MORE ABOUT LECHON KIRB: Lechon Kirb: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/</a> </p><p>Market Theory: <a href="https://markettheory.framer.website/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://markettheory.framer.website/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">515858be-6c56-414c-a9b6-cd49e5cad1f1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/515858be-6c56-414c-a9b6-cd49e5cad1f1.mp3" length="43341737" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Veteran Entrepreneurs: Real Estate, AI &amp; Marketing Tips</title><itunes:title>Veteran Entrepreneurs: Real Estate, AI &amp; Marketing Tips</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>"My nerdy side loves data and AI."</p><p>Discover how one veteran, Will Curtis, Owner of Crossed Sabers Commercial Real Estate turned military skills into commercial real estate success and how he’s using AI and data to help creators, small business owners, and entrepreneurs thrive. What happens when veterans apply strategy, data, and AI to entrepreneurship?</p><p>In this Military Creator Con Conversation, we dive into real estate, marketing, and business growth with a scientific edge. From leveraging psychographics and demographics to using AI for smarter decisions, this episode shows how veterans can turn analytical thinking into actionable strategies for success.</p><p>💡 Learn more about Will Curtis: <a href="https://www.willspeaksforfood.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.willspeaksforfood.com/</a></p><p>Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WillCurtis-CCIM" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@WillCurtis-CCIM</a></p><p>Follow on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcurtisccim/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcurtisccim/</a></p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p><p>🎥 Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights from military creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs shaping the creator economy.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>"My nerdy side loves data and AI."</p><p>Discover how one veteran, Will Curtis, Owner of Crossed Sabers Commercial Real Estate turned military skills into commercial real estate success and how he’s using AI and data to help creators, small business owners, and entrepreneurs thrive. What happens when veterans apply strategy, data, and AI to entrepreneurship?</p><p>In this Military Creator Con Conversation, we dive into real estate, marketing, and business growth with a scientific edge. From leveraging psychographics and demographics to using AI for smarter decisions, this episode shows how veterans can turn analytical thinking into actionable strategies for success.</p><p>💡 Learn more about Will Curtis: <a href="https://www.willspeaksforfood.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.willspeaksforfood.com/</a></p><p>Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WillCurtis-CCIM" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@WillCurtis-CCIM</a></p><p>Follow on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcurtisccim/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcurtisccim/</a></p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p><p>🎥 Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights from military creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs shaping the creator economy.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a06595f6-9c08-480d-ace0-52d7816ad818</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a06595f6-9c08-480d-ace0-52d7816ad818.mp3" length="43886992" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From Apache Pilot to 2,000 Stores: A Veteran’s Startup Story</title><itunes:title>From Apache Pilot to 2,000 Stores: A Veteran’s Startup Story</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when an Apache helicopter pilot trades the cockpit for entrepreneurship?</p><p>In this conversation, Army veteran Andrew Arbogast shares the wild journey behind turning his father’s cheese dip recipe into a fast-growing retail brand. From launching in 100 stores to over 2,000, nearly losing everything, and rebuilding after massive setbacks, Andrew opens up about risk, failure, faith, and starting again.</p><p>This episode is part of the Military Creator Con Conversations series, where veterans share the real stories behind creativity, entrepreneurship, and building something meaningful after service. Sometimes the best comeback starts with failure.</p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p><p>Thank you to Guest Host: Marah Lago, Founder, Military Creator Con</p><p>Learn more about our Veteran, Andrew Arbogast:</p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@arbosdip " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@arbosdip </a></p><p>Arbo's Cheese Dip: <a href="https://www.arboscheesedip.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.arboscheesedip.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when an Apache helicopter pilot trades the cockpit for entrepreneurship?</p><p>In this conversation, Army veteran Andrew Arbogast shares the wild journey behind turning his father’s cheese dip recipe into a fast-growing retail brand. 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Sometimes the best comeback starts with failure.</p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </a></p><p>Thank you to Guest Host: Marah Lago, Founder, Military Creator Con</p><p>Learn more about our Veteran, Andrew Arbogast:</p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@arbosdip " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@arbosdip </a></p><p>Arbo's Cheese Dip: <a href="https://www.arboscheesedip.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.arboscheesedip.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4ca3c7cc-ea72-4f1d-9f60-3b5db6a9cece</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4ca3c7cc-ea72-4f1d-9f60-3b5db6a9cece.mp3" length="49336202" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Veterans, Podcasting &amp; the Creator Economy</title><itunes:title>Veterans, Podcasting &amp; the Creator Economy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when veterans step into the creator economy?</p><p>In this Military Creator Con Conversation, Tom Schwab and Travis explore podcasting, entrepreneurship, and why conversations still matter in a world filled with algorithms and AI. 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He also shares insights from his book Profit First for Creatives and his podcast, "The Chris Project." </p><p>If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is a roadmap for turning passion into purpose. </p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com </a></p><p>Learn more about our Veteran: Christian Brim at Core Group: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO0QG2ygjLQz9TvEm_osyQ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO0QG2ygjLQz9TvEm_osyQ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.christianbrim.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.christianbrim.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Christian Brim joins Military Creator Con to share how veterans and creatives can stop undervaluing their work, embrace their worth, and build sustainable creative businesses. </p><p>From tackling mindset blocks around money to connecting with a supportive community, Christian explains why understanding your value and finding your tribe is key to thriving after service. He also shares insights from his book Profit First for Creatives and his podcast, "The Chris Project." </p><p>If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is a roadmap for turning passion into purpose. </p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ </p><p>Thanks to this episode’s host, Travis Partington: <a href="https://oscarmikeradio.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oscarmikeradio.com </a></p><p>Learn more about our Veteran: Christian Brim at Core Group: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO0QG2ygjLQz9TvEm_osyQ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO0QG2ygjLQz9TvEm_osyQ </a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.christianbrim.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.christianbrim.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f04f5d7c-4b03-41ce-954b-241dceeb1ebf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f04f5d7c-4b03-41ce-954b-241dceeb1ebf.mp3" length="36802017" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Creativity After the Uniform: Veterans Share Their Secrets</title><itunes:title>Creativity After the Uniform: Veterans Share Their Secrets</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when veterans channel military skills into creative passion? </p><p>James Van Prooyen and Lechon Kirb share how creativity, personal branding, and community help veterans thrive after service. From heart-driven projects to protecting ideas, they reveal actionable insights for turning passion into purpose. </p><p>If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this Military Creator Con Conversation is full of guidance and inspiration. </p><p>Thank you to Guest Host: James Van Prooyen, Founder, Military Creator Con </p><p>Learn more about our Veteran: </p><p>Lechon Kirb: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/ </a></p><p>Market Theory: <a href="https://markettheory.framer.website/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://markettheory.framer.website/ </a></p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when veterans channel military skills into creative passion? </p><p>James Van Prooyen and Lechon Kirb share how creativity, personal branding, and community help veterans thrive after service. From heart-driven projects to protecting ideas, they reveal actionable insights for turning passion into purpose. </p><p>If you’re a veteran, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this Military Creator Con Conversation is full of guidance and inspiration. </p><p>Thank you to Guest Host: James Van Prooyen, Founder, Military Creator Con </p><p>Learn more about our Veteran: </p><p>Lechon Kirb: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lechonkirb/ </a></p><p>Market Theory: <a href="https://markettheory.framer.website/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://markettheory.framer.website/ </a></p><p>Support and join our event Military Creator Con: <a href="https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.militarycreatorcon.com/</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://militarycreatorcon.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e73544d-54ee-467c-90a9-7e3f8abb9982</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b393ee3f-b047-42d0-b236-b2c03a573f5a/MCC-Creator-Conversations-Podcast-Cover.png"/><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5e73544d-54ee-467c-90a9-7e3f8abb9982.mp3" length="47143492" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>A Whiskey Brand With a Mission: Supporting Veterans &amp; Service Dogs</title><itunes:title>A Whiskey Brand With a Mission: Supporting Veterans &amp; Service Dogs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Army veteran Jose Pila went from homelessness and addiction to building Warrior Dog Spirit, a whiskey brand honoring heroic service dogs and supporting veterans. 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