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August 28, 2025 56 mins
This week on The MisFitNation Show, host Rich LaMonica sits down with Derek Funk—a 13-year U.S. Army Veteran and longtime contractor who served an additional 13 years supporting Identity Intelligence missions with NGIC. With 8 combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan under his belt, Derek brings a gritty, honest perspective on service, sacrifice, and what it really means to continue the mission after the uniform comes off. Today, Derek works as a Scrum Master for Booz Allen, supporting the USMC on PEO Digital, and sits on the Board of Directors for Living Free Together, an organization focused on helping military and Veteran families rebuild, reconnect, and thrive. In this episode, we’ll dive into: 🇺🇸 What 26 years of combined military & contracting service teaches you 🤝 Why family and community are critical to veteran reintegration 🎯 The mission of Living Free Together and the impact of Ruck the Ridge 💻 Transitioning from warzones to agile workflows in tech 💥 Real talk about identity, healing, and purpose after combat 📢 Want to support or learn more about Living Free Together and Ruck the Ridge? Visit: https://livingfree2gether.org 🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: htttps://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com #VeteransHelpingVeterans #DerekFunk #LivingFreeTogether #ScrumMaster #RuckTheRidge #MilitaryTransition #PostCombatPurpose #VeteranStories #TheMisFitNation 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4773991641513984 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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