HeroFront

HeroFront

HeroFront is hosted by Josh White, a retired U.S. Air Force MSgt and viral storyteller named Veteran Podcaster of the Year. We dive deep into raw, unfiltered conversations about military life, trauma recovery, mental health, leadership, and resilience. Each episode features real stories of adversity and triumph from veterans, leaders, authors, and global changemakers—from war zones and Special Ops to the challenges of post-service life. Josh brings two decades of military experience to every interview, creating space for powerful dialogue that heals, educates, and uplifts listeners to action.

Episodes

May 21, 2025 73 mins

FROM MILITARY LEADER TO MISS USA INTERNATIONAL

Lisa Tauai’s Unbelievable Transition Story | HeroFront Podcast


What happens when a 20-year Air Force commander trades her uniform for a crown? In this epic episode, we sit down with Lisa Tauai — a retired Lt. Colonel, nationally recognized dietitian, and current Miss USA International 2025 — to explore what it really takes to reinvent your life after military service.


Whether you’re navig...

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🧭 Veterans are quietly leaving the United States… and never looking back.


In this emotional conversation, John H. Davis — combat veteran, Harvard grad, and author — shares why he left America and how life abroad is saving veterans’ lives.


He opens up about:


  • The mental health crisis in America

  • Why veterans abroad rarely die by suicide

  • The dating scene overseas

  • Cost of living and living like royalty

  • How to start fresh in another countr...

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Nate Scheer is a U.S. Air Force officer, leadership expert, and host of The Mind Force Podcast, where he tackles the mental and emotional challenges of military service, professional growth, and personal resilience. In this episode, Nate and Josh dive deep into the dark side of leadership, including the mental health struggles leaders facethe enlisted-to-officer transition, and how alcohol impacts stress management. They also dis...

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In this powerful HeroFront episode, Chief Master Sergeant Jason Stone Weiss shares the raw truth behind real leadership in the military. From losing his hearing twice to serving with elite Special Operations teams, Chief Weiss reveals how rank is earned through trust, service, and sacrifice—not chased.Bottom Line: In this military podcast, Chief Jason Weiss reveals why defaulting to your training is more powerful than motivation. H...

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The Hard Truth About Veterans, PTSD & Addiction (No One Talks About This)🚨 Veteran mental health, PTSD, addiction, and recovery—this is the conversation that NEEDS to be heard.In this powerful episode of HeroFront, Marine Corps veteran Mike Rocco Howard shares his raw and unfiltered story of overcoming PTSD, addiction, and isolation—and how his service dog, Cooper, saved his life. 🐕‍🦺🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ T...

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🎙️ Voice for Valor – Leadership, Resilience, and the Power of Storytelling


Out now on YouTube:


https://youtube.com/@voiceforvalor?si=YJhTVL_pbufmqdXo


🔊 In This Episode:

In this powerful conversation, Mike Komorous lays the foundation for his new podcast, Voice for Valor, a platform dedicated to sharing the stories of those who serve—past, present, and future. Through candid reflections on leadership, sacrifice, and the emotional toll...

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In this powerful episode of the HeroFront Podcast, host Josh White sits down with Kelsey Danner, a former United States Navy member who served from 2004 to 2014 as a damage control specialist. 0:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 0:02:59 - Memorable Basic Training Story 0:05:38 - Challenges of Being a Female Veteran 0:07:24 - Advice to Younger Self 0:09:14 - Prideful Military Moment 0:15:41 - Medical Retirement Journey 0...

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Dale R. Marks, the Executive Director of the 96th Test Wing at Eglin Air Force Base, to discuss his extraordinary journey of leadership, resilience, and perseverance. From a childhood shaped by the values of a World War II POW great-uncle and a NASA rocket scientist father to a career marked by 15 deployments and profound personal struggles, Dale’s story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. 0:00 - Introduction 4:00 ...

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Today, we have the privilege of speaking with a true legend - Jim Clash, the renowned adventure journalist from Forbes magazine. 0:00 - Intro

3:11 - Jim Clash's Background and Early Life


4:02 - Transition to Journalism and Joining Forbes


6:46 - Expanding Adventure Writing at Forbes


8:03 - Dangerous and Memorable Adventures


9:33 - Space and Aviation Adventures


13:09 - Interviews with Famous Figures


14:35 - More Memorable ...

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General Michael "Johnny Bravo" Rowley, a true living legend in the Air Force. From his humble beginnings as a military brat to his rise through the ranks, this decorated pilot shares his remarkable journey - from navigating the fog of war in the A-10 Warthog to leading at the highest levels of the Pentagon. Discover the leadership lessons he learned under fire and the mental resilience he developed in combat, Hear how his chance en...

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In this insightful episode of the HeroFront Podcast, host Josh White welcomes Major General Alice W. Trevino, a distinguished leader and trailblazer in the United States Air Force and Space Force. As the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Contracting in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, General Trevino oversees a staggering $825 billion portfolio, guiding over 8,000 contr...

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In this powerful episode of HeroFront, host Josh White is joined by Theresa Carpenter, an active-duty Navy Commander with an extraordinary 29-year military career. Theresa’s journey from enlisted member to Chief Public Affairs Officer for NATO’s Allied Maritime Command is inspiring, but it’s her work as a storyteller and advocate for mental health and positive change that truly shines. Together, Josh and Theresa dive deep into ho...
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In this compelling episode of HeroFront, Josh White interviews Col. Allison Black, the legendary "Angel of Death," as she reflects on her 32 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. Col. Black shares her profound experience during 9/11, the immediate response, and the surge of patriotism that followed. She opens up about her final mission, the emotional transition to civilian life, and the lessons learned along the way. The discu...
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The AFSA Summit 2024 special episode! Check out the live feed from https://www.facebook.com/AFSAHQ


In this special episode of the AFSA Summit Podcast, join Josh White (HeroFront Podcast), as he speaks with AFSA influencers Kai Billings, and Mike Manning (CRE8 FORCE) who are capturing the AFSA Summit experience and interviewing our Airmen and Guardians. They also have backup support from Martin Foster from Passing the Torch Pod...

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In this episode of HeroFront, I'm honored to welcome Lt Col Amanda J. Pelkowski, the Commander of the 1st Special Operations Force Support Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Amanda oversees a wide range of programs and services that support the well-being of 39,000 active duty, civilian, dependent, and retired personnel. With a team of 700 Air Commandos and a $17 million operating budget, she provides strategic direction for 70 d...
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In this deeply engaging episode of HeroFront, host Josh White sits down with Jessica Manfre to explore her journey, insights from her book “Never Alone: Ruth and the God Who Goes Before Us,” (Found on Amazon) and her profound experiences as a military spouse. Jessica opens up about the challenges she faced in writing her book, including navigating personal trauma and vulnerability, particularly in her relationship with her father, ...
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Visit: www.aamhsociety.org To support the museum and this amazing project! In this episode of the HeroFront Podcast, we are honored to welcome Jonathan Holmes, a retired USAF Chief and EOD technician, now serving as the Aerospace Museum Specialist, Curator, and Media Developer at the Air Force Armament Museum at Eglin AFB. Jonathan shares his expertise on preserving and accurately capturing history while balancing sensitivity an...
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Juneteenth Special! This is a co-led interview as the talk with Abigail Curtis is based off her incredible article she released through the legendary ‘COME-UNITY Magazine’. Check out her article here: https://issuu.com/kmcclure/docs/come_unity_abigail_cover_2/s/50272045? "COME-UNITY Magazine and Podcast led by the CEO Kitara Johnson, is proudly presented as a program of the nonprofit COME-UNITY Education and Empowerment Cent...

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Today, we have the honor of speaking with Colonel Bree Fram, a trailblazing astronautical engineer, active-duty officer, and the highest ranking trans member in the United States Space Force. Not only is she a decorated leader in her field, but she's also a co-host of the groundbreaking podcast 'Forged in Fire: LGBTQ+ Leadership,' where she and her colleague explore the transformative power of adversity in shaping exceptional leade...
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This special bonus episode of the HeroFront Podcast features an insightful and candid conversation with EOD legend CMSgt Diana Rogers in honor of Memorial Day. Team HeroFront will always have a special EOD Memorial episode that captures the incredible stories of our EOD brothers and sisters. We cover a range of topics including emotional trauma, mental health struggles, leadership challenges, gender barriers in the military, and th...
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