Strength From Service
If you are not careful and you let yourself be captured by the news and all the noise, it can confuse you into believing that there is more wrong in our society than right with it, that there are more selfish people than selfless people. It is easy to fall into this trap, because that’s how traps work, they are designed to bring you in and then keep you there. The antidote to this comes when you realize that world isn’t full of traps, it’s full of world, it’s full of goodness, a goodness that far outweighs the bad. Everyday there are more people that you know, that you meet, that you pass by who focus their efforts and energy into helping others, in service to others, to making their country, their community better. Just as the saying goes Iron sharpens Iron, we draw in strength from service and our service spreads strength to others. The people who spread that strength often blend in with the noise of the world, they are teachers, doctors, nurses, veterans, police officers and many others. We refuse to listen to the noise and we want to spread our common goodness by telling the stories of service of everyday people, from our citizen servants, this is the Strength from Service Podcast.
Episodes
In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Zach Gerhardt — promoter of Fairmont Raceway, owner of Zac’s Trailers, and a cancer survivor.
Zach shares his journey through the racing world, the passion and challenges of running a track, and the grit it took to beat cancer. He also talks about building a business around service and reliability with Zac’s Trailers. From the roar of dirt track racing to the quiet fight...
In this special Strength From Service episode, Jack, Mike, and Jake sit down for a Service Announcement — a chance to step back, catch up, and talk about life.
We cover:
What’s going on in the world and how to still find the good
The importance of disconnecting when life gets heavy
Mike’s time coaching football and the lessons it brings
Jake’s work on a boat giveaway and the joy of giving back
Jack’s speaking, hunting, and fi...
In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Brian Taylor, a National Guard veteran who deployed to Bosnia and Iraq before building a career at Mankato Motors.
Brian shares stories from his time in uniform, the lessons learned while serving overseas, and how those same values—discipline, teamwork, and service—shaped his approach to leadership and business. We dive into the transition from the military to civilian l...
Congressman Brad Finstad joins Jack and the crew to share his journey from growing up on his family farm to serving in the United States Congress. We dive into his roots, the values he learned in agriculture, and the many roles he’s played along the way — from local leadership to national policymaking. Brad also shares insights on veterans’ issues, highlights key initiatives he’s championing, and talks about the importance of commu...
Tim Adams’ career reads like an action novel — Naval aviator, Army pilot, ROTC instructor, and Veterans Resource Center leader at MSU. Now serving as Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Research, Tim joins Jake and Mike to share his incredible journey. From flying missions to shaping veteran resources on campus, Tim talks leadership, service, and the lessons learned in and out of the cockpit.
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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 th...
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 le...
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 b...
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-de...
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 m...
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 d...
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.
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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 ...
In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Sam Gore—a man whose life is built on service. Sam shares what it was like growing up in small-town Minnesota, the decision to leave home for the military, and the path that led him to becoming a volunteer firefighter today. His story is a reminder that you don’t need fame or rank to make an impact—just grit, heart, and a willingness to step up.
Sam is a true example of stre...
In this episode of Service Announcement, two combat vets and one radio guy sit down, crack a few theories open, and ask the question we all wonder but rarely say out loud: “What if it’s true?”
Jack Zimmerman, Mike McLaughlin, and Jake Palmer take on a gritty mix of conspiracies—from aliens and JFK to Chronic Wasting Disease being a plot from the insurance companies to get rid of deer.
It’s raw, real, and full of laughs, gut c...
In this episode of Strength From Service, Michael Hintz shares the journey that started by watching his father serve—and eventually led him to follow that same path.
After high school, Michael joined the Army and found himself in the 82nd Airborne Division, deploying to Afghanistan twice. He later transitioned to the National Guard, where he continued to serve through recruiting and mentoring the next generation.
Now recently retired...
From Artillery to Faith: Logan Woods on War, Purpose, and Redemption
In this episode of Strength From Service, Logan Woods joins Jack, Mike, and Jake for a powerful conversation about transformation, purpose, and the realities of service.
Logan opens up about joining the Guard to follow in his family’s footsteps—and to afford college—but his path quickly took unexpected turns. From close calls in a combat zone to moments of divin...
Leading the Force: Chief Matt Grochow on Modern Policing, Leadership, and Life in the Spotlight
In this episode of Strength from Service, we sit down with Chief Matt Grochow of the St. Peter Police Department. From undercover operations to leading a department in today’s high-pressure climate, Matt brings honest insight into the world of law enforcement.
We talk about what drew him into policing, what it’s really like to be a...
In the first-ever Service Announcement episode, Jack, Mike, and Jake sit down for an unfiltered conversation about the hardest moments they’ve faced—and the lessons that came out of them. This is real talk from three guys who’ve seen life hit hard and still chose to fight forward. From grief and grit to rebuilding purpose and connection, we open up about how we made it through, what we leaned on, and why we keep showing up.
Whether ...
Ryan Frank’s story is one of service—start to finish.
He shares how he joined the Army, deployed to Afghanistan, and was wounded in action. But that wasn’t the end of his mission.
Today, he continues to serve as a Veterans Service Officer in Nicollet County, helping other warriors navigate life after the uniform.
And now—he’s a dad again, with a new baby and a new chapter.
From the battlefield to fatherhood, Ryan’s journey is all heart...
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