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
In this powerful episode of Battle Ready (Aired 11-20-2025), we dive deep into the emotional and mental battles people face when trying to break old patterns and create a stronger, healthier life. Through honest conversation and real stories, this episode explores why so many of us stay stuck in cycles that no longer serve us — and what it truly takes to rise above them.
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In this heartfelt episode of Battle Ready, hosts Ricky Chavez and Clint Honeycutt explore what it truly means to lead with integrity, courage, and purpose in today’s challenging world. Through honest conversation and shared experiences, they reflect on how faith and service can guide leaders through uncertainty, helping them stay grounded while uplifting others.
...On this episode of Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with award-winning entrepreneur and top HR leader Risha Grant to explore one of life’s hardest internal battles: the feeling of not belonging. Whether in the workplace, family, or community, that sense of invisibility can weigh heavily on self-worth.
Arthur Medina shares how faith became the turning point in his life. After 27 years in prison, he discovered resilience, purpose, and the power to transform challenges into growth. He explains how leadership starts from within, showing that even in the toughest circumstances, it’s possible to build a life guided by trust, service, and vision.
In this episode of Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez welcomes George Crosby, a transformational executive with over 33 years of experience leading organizations, startups, and turnarounds. Now the CEO of Legacy Performance Partners, George shares how true leadership is forged not in boardrooms, but in the trenches.
In this episode of Battle Ready Life (aired 9-25-25), discover the mindset and strategies that set great leaders apart when navigating times of change. Learn how to embrace uncertainty, guide your team with confidence, and build resilience in the face of rapid transformation. Our guest shares powerful insights on emotional intelligence, adaptability, and purpose-driven leadership—skills ...
In this inspiring episode of Battle Ready (aired 9-18-25), host Ricky Chavez sits down with Erica, founder of Go Hire, to uncover the secrets behind fearless leadership, effective networking, and career growth. Discover how adopting a “Go-Giver” mindset can transform your professional journey, helping you connect with the right people, build meaningful relationships, and unlock new oppor...
In this powerful episode of Battle Ready (Aired 9-11-25), host Ricky Chavez sits down with life coach and U.S. Army veteran Tamika Jones to explore how self-love can transform your life from the inside out. Tamika opens up about her journey from serving in the military to serving others through her F.L.A.W.S. Method — a life-changing approach to facing fears, embracing authenticity, and ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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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