Battle Ready (Audio)

Battle Ready (Audio)

Join armed forces veteran Rickey Chavez on Battle Ready as he shares battle-tested principles of success and how to apply them to both business and everyday life.

Episodes

September 4, 2025 47 mins

West Point grad Gary Bartels shares his journey from combat to healing and how OATH provides purpose, community, and outdoor therapy for veterans and first responders facing transition and PTSD.

Chapters

  • (00:00:14) - Battle Ready Life
  • (00:04:12) - West Point Military Prep School
  • (00:10:01) - Battle Ready
  • (00:12:19) - Gary Bartels on the Challenges of First Responders and Vetera...
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Air Force vet Brandon Stubblefield and PBJ Youth Foundation mentor at-risk youth with free life-skills, STEM & outdoor programs, scholarships, and parent support. Donate or volunteer.

Chapters

  • (00:00:14) - Battle Ready
  • (00:00:57) - Air Force Veteran on 'This Is Us'
  • (00:02:06) - Employee Recruitment at Daikin Park
  • (00:03:35) - PBJ Youth Foundation
  • (00:05:06) - Philip Bennet's...
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How do great companies win top talent—fast? On Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with Youi Culberson, founder & president of Culberson Resources Inc., a Houston-based recruiting firm with 20+ years of success. From immigrating at 10 to pivoting from accounting to executive recruiting, Youi shares real-world strategies for employers and candidates: how to craft “the sizzle” i...

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On Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with Houston leader Rick Figueroa—CEO of Patron Partners and chair within Texas licensing & regulation—to unpack how defeats forge character, why servant leadership wins, and how mentorship (your “pallbearers”) keeps you accountable. Rick shares his Bay City roots, the seven rules from his mother, the power of being bilingual, and his jou...

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Unlock lasting impact with lean thinking, empathy, and AI-driven leadership. Build trust, innovate yourself, and transform failure into growth with Dr. Adel’s mindset.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Battle Ready
  • (00:00:59) - How to guide a troubled soul out of their current situation
  • (00:03:11) - The Power of Turning a Failure Into a Learning Experience
  • (00:06:31) - What Can Leaders Do ...
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Better Homes and Gardens CEO Mark Woodroof shares raw advice for agents: mindset shifts, veteran buying power, and why resilience—not routine—wins in today’s real estate market.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Gibraltar Mortgage and Insurance, Better Homes and Gardens
  • (00:04:24) - Bob Ferguson Retiring at 40 years old
  • (00:09:14) - Leaders: How to Manage High-Pressure Situations
  • (00:13:13...
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From debt and divorce to teaching and mentorship, Garrett Hartman turned pain into purpose. Hear how he rebuilt his life on Battle Ready with Richie Fonté—now on Now Media and iHeartRadio.

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CEO and Army vet Heath Melton reveals how flexibility, mentorship, and planning helped him pivot from military life to the boardroom. Get leadership gold on Battle Ready via Now Media TV and iHeart.

Chapters

  • (00:00:13) - Heath Melton on Re-inventing Himself
  • (00:00:39) - Marine from Sedona on His Journey to West Point
  • (00:03:29) - Serviceman transitions out of the Army
  • (00:05:43...
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From DNRs to Power of Attorney, Hillary Bailey shares how to navigate care at home, reduce stress, and empower aging loved ones with dignity. Watch her tips now on Battle Ready via Now Media TV.

Chapters

  • (00:00:13) - Battle Ready: Hilary Bailey
  • (00:00:45) - What is a caregiver and companion?
  • (00:03:53) - Why should the elderly be kept in their home?
  • (00:11:50) - Hillary with th...
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Discover how discipline from martial arts fuels Dr. Jorge Miranda’s surgical success and CPA Joe Reyes’ expert cash flow and tax tips for business and real estate growth in 2025.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Meet Ricky Chavez
  • (00:07:19) - Choosing Medicine over Taekwondo
  • (00:12:02) - How training for surgery helped me become a surgeon
  • (00:15:20) - A single specialty cardiology practic...
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Andy Correa shares how he built a Cypress favorite from roadside BBQ to two restaurants—through hustle, heart, and community. A powerful story of reinvention on Battle Ready.

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Vanessa Lagoa shares her sobriety journey and offers a 90-day coaching program to help you heal, rebuild, and transform your life—one step at a time.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Sober Voices: Vanessa Lago
  • (00:00:51) - What Got Me to Found the Sobriety Buzz
  • (00:01:51) - How I Learned To Stop Drinking Alcohol for 21 Years
  • (00:06:39) - Vanessa on her First Visit to AA
  • (00:11:55) - How to...
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How George Crosby went from unloading trailers at 1AM to a five-time FedEx Five Star leader through grit, mentorship, and servant leadership.

Chapters

  • (00:00:13) - George Crosby On The Battle Ready
  • (00:00:56) - FedEx's 5-Star Program
  • (00:05:47) - In Search of a Mentor
  • (00:07:29) - "Take on Hard Jobs"
  • (00:08:59) - How Do You Manage Your Peer Relationships?
  • (00:12:18) - Being a Lea...
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From trauma to VP and true love—Dr. Kim McEwen shares her raw journey of resilience, reinvention, and rising after it all. A story of grit, growth, and self-made success.

Chapters

  • (00:00:13) - Rebuilding Yourself with Kimberly McEwen
  • (00:00:44) - The journey of becoming a chemist
  • (00:01:06) - Reveal: The Journey to Recovery
  • (00:08:17) - The Challenges of Starting a Business
  • (00:...
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Former pro Jerome Robinson shares how coaching, preparation, and recruiting mirror life lessons. From scouting reports to job interviews—be ready when your number's called.

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Attorney Ish shares expert tips on U.S. visas, green cards, and entrepreneur pathways. Book a consult at eoimmigration.com or email info@eoimmigration.com.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Battle Ready: The Challenges of Re-Living Your Life
  • (00:00:36) - Interview
  • (00:01:42) - Immigrant Lawyer on Green Card Challenges
  • (00:03:14) - Military officers: Dual Citizenships
  • (00:05:15) - Immigratio...
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Tony Hill shares his powerful journey from NFL dreams to financial freedom, offering insights on financial literacy, purpose, and thriving after sports. A must-listen for athletes and dreamers.

Chapters

  • (00:00:12) - Ricky Chavez Welcomes Tony the Tiger on the MIC
  • (00:06:06) - Tony Gonzalez on His Decision to Play at Texas
  • (00:13:10) - Tony the Tycoon on Finding His Calling at ...
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Emotions drive your money choices. Discover how financial therapy, money scripts, and mindset shifts impact your relationships and financial health.

Chapters

  • (00:00:11) - Be Battle Ready
  • (00:01:04) - The Challenge of Financial Well-Being
  • (00:06:27) - How to Determine How Much Money to Save for Retirement
  • (00:10:04) - How to Get In Touch With Your Money
  • (00:12:29) - Six Ways Your...
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Join Annette Monks as she shares her inspiring shift from staffing leader to nonprofit advocate, focusing on organ transplant housing and the power of purpose and leadership.

Chapters

  • (00:00:12) - Annette Monks on Nora's Home
  • (00:03:59) - Making a Change in the Staffing Industry
  • (00:05:19) - Bob Ley on the Transition to Houston
  • (00:08:02) - Transitional Servicemen and Women on ...
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From bagel shop shifts to YMCA philanthropy, Adam Spiegel shares how setbacks, service, and connection shaped a life of impact and leadership.

Chapters

  • (00:00:12) - Battle Ready: The Process of Re-inventing Yourself
  • (00:00:57) - Working at a bagel store while going to school
  • (00:03:13) - Mental Health During The 2015 season
  • (00:08:12) - Adam Levine on the YMCA and Philanthropy
  • (...
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