Dr. Shawn Alderman, Army veteran and founder of the Magnus Veterans Foundation, joins Jack and Mike on Strength From Service. In this deeply personal conversation, Dr. Alderman opens up about how following in his family’s footsteps led him into military medicine, and how those experiences inspired him to launch a healing sanctuary for veterans.

You’ll hear how his service journey unfolded—from Green Beret to physician—and how the Magnus Veterans Foundation bridges the gap between military service and civilian life with whole-person care across body, mind, heart, and spirit.

Dr. Alderman also invites listeners to support the Magnus & Friends Festival on September 13, hosted on the Magnus Veterans Wellness Campus.

Explore more and find out how to help: https://magnusveteransfoundation.org/

Joel Peterson: Friendly Fire, Resilience, and Leading Through Service

In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Joel Peterson — a combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, small business owner, and VFW Commander. Joel shares his incredible story from Iraq, including surviving a friendly fire incident and the chaos and heroism that followed.

We talk about what it takes to recover from trauma, the strength it takes to lead after service, and the importance of building community for veterans. From the battlefield to the business world, Joel’s journey is one of grit, purpose, and service beyond the uniform.

#StrengthFromService #PurpleHeart #FriendlyFire #VeteranStories #VFW #CombatVeteran #MilitaryLeadership #JackZimmermanPodcast

Dr. Staci Born — Breaking Down Barriers in Therapy

Dr. Staci Born joins Strength From Service to talk about real-world therapy—what works, what doesn’t, and how to actually help people. She’s the founder of Blue Couch, a therapy practice based in Mankato, Minnesota, and brings years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, relationships, and mental health struggles.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between helpful and harmful therapy

• When to seek help—and how to find the right fit

• The power of listening and human connection

• Therapy myths and common misconceptions

• Real-life scenarios that show the value of good mental health care

This conversation is for anyone who’s ever considered therapy, wondered what it’s really like, or wants to better support someone else.

📍 Learn more about Blue Couch: https://bluecouchmn.com

#StrengthFromService #MentalHealthMatters #BlueCouchMN #StaciBorn #TherapyWorks #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #RealTalk #JackZimmermanUSA

Navy veteran Rick Martagon joins Jack, Jake, and Mike on Strength From Service to share his journey from military service to his mission today: helping veterans and civilians alike explore the trades through Building Strong Communities, a nonprofit that partners with all the union trades in the area.

Rick explains how programs like Helmets to Hardhats create a clear path for veterans to transition from military life into high-demand careers while finding purpose, brotherhood, and stability.

If you’re a veteran—or anyone considering the trades—this episode is packed with insight, opportunity, and real-world advice.

🔗 Learn more about Building Strong Communities: www.BuildingStrong.org

#StrengthFromService #VeteransInTrades #HelmetsToHardhats #NavyVeteran #TransitioningVeterans #BuildingStrongCommunities #PodcastForVeterans

Tim Murray is back on Strength From Service—and if you haven’t heard his first episode, go back and give it a listen before diving into this one. In today’s update, Tim shares powerful progress on the Bravo Zulu House, a project that’s transforming the lives of veterans in need. From the mission to the momentum, this episode is all about what can happen when purpose meets persistence. Whether you’re familiar with Tim’s journey or meeting him for the first time, this one’s worth your time.

#StrengthFromService #BravoZuluHouse #VeteransHelpingVeterans #TimMurray #JackZimmermanUSA #MilitarySupport #PurposeDriven

In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Marine veteran George Blais to hear his story—from growing up in small-town Minnesota to serving with 1st Marines and carrying forward a lifelong commitment to leadership and service. George opens up about what the Marine Corps taught him, the importance of mentorship, and how he continues to give back through his community and faith. This is a powerful conversation about discipline, legacy, and living a life that matters.

#StrengthFromService #MarineCorps #VeteranVoices #Leadership #ServiceBeforeSelf #GeorgeBlais #JackZimmermanUSA #MilitaryPodcast

Dr. Dale Schmoll—known simply as “Doc”—joins us to share his journey from small-town Minnesota to the Army and eventually into chiropractic care. A passionate advocate for veterans, Doc gives insight into holistic medicine, healing beyond the physical, and why he continues to give back. Great conversation, great perspective.

Check out the link we talked about in the episode: https://lifewave.com/drds

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts.

#StrengthFromService #VeteranCare #ChiropracticHealing #HolisticHealth #ArmyVeteran #DocSchmoll #VeteransHelpingVeterans #MilitaryMedicine #LifeWave #VeteranPodcast

In this episode of Strength From Service, pro bass fisherman Seth Feider sits down with Jack and Jake to talk about where it all began—chasing fish on Minnesota lakes, turning pro, and what life is really like on tour.

Seth shares stories from the grind, opens up about what it takes to stay sharp in a competitive sport, and highlights the charity work that gives his career deeper purpose.

This one’s about fishing—but it’s also about staying grounded, chasing what you love, and using your platform to lift others up.