Fuel For Warriors

Sekou Andrews is a very passionate and motivating person. I first heard about him on the Tim Ferriss Show, and when I watched one of his TED Talks I knew I had to have him on the show.

Sekou and I had some scheduling complications, and then some technology issues, but we ultimately made it happen and I'm so glad we did.

He's talks with us about what it means to be a warrior, his routine before a speaking engagement, and ho...

This week's warrior is Estelle Johnson.

Estelle is a professional soccer player in the National Women's Soccer League and currently plays for the Washington Spirit.

She came by recommendation from Joanna Lohman, who has been on Fuel For Warriors twice in the past.

Estelle and Tim talk about her journey in soccer, her feelings on the league and its growth, what challenges she faces, and what ultimately inspires her.

Be sure...

This week's warrior is Army veteran Michael Le Buhn.

Michael is a stand up comedian in the Champagne, Illinois area. He served in the Army before pursuing comedy, and received a Purple Heart when he was wounded in Iraq.

Michael joined me on the 1, 2, Many: Veteran Suicide podcast a while back, and I wrote a story on him for VA's Vantage Point blog. Now, he's here to share his thoughts on the warrior ethos, comedy, bombing ...

This week's warrior is Army veteran Adam Linehan.

Adam Linehan is a senior staff writer for Task & Purpose. Between 2006-2012, he served as a combat medic in the U.S. Army, and is a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan. Prior to joining Task & Purpose, Adam was a staff editor at Maxim.

Adam joins us to talk about being a post-military veteran, his transition, writing at Task & Purpose, the veteran space, what it mea...

This week's Warrior is Marti Malloy, an Olympic Judo Athlete.

Marti reigns from the beautiful Pacific Northwest where she started her judo career at age 6.

24 years later, she is preparing for her second trip to the Olympic Games.

Marti and Tim talk about the basics of judo, how Marti got into the sport, her preparation for the Olympics, and how she's challenged moving forward.

Enjoy, and stay motivated.

@Martidamus

@TimLa...

This week's episode features Marine Corps veteran Nicholas Mulzoff.

Nick is a good friend of mine, so I invited him to help me celebrate episode 50.

With all of the talk about guns in the media, I wanted to bring on a gun owner to talk about the situation.

Nick and I talk about gun ownership, assault weapons, practical gun law, reform, and more.

As always, he tells us what it means to be a Warrior, what challenges he faces...

This week on Fuel For Warriors I talk with Matthew Burke.

Matthew is an Air Force veteran that currently runs a faith based non-profit and has participated in the Invictus Games.

Matthew and I talk about his non-profit, mental health, competing in the games, and more. Of course, we cover the usual questions about being a warrior, challenges, and inspiration.

Be sure to let us know on Twitter if you enjoy the podcast by usi...

This weeks' guest is Jason Eames, a Andre Galvao black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

I originally met Jason when I was filming at his training location, Atos West Chester. After speaking with him a few times, I knew he'd be a great guest on the show.

We've had some UFC stars on the show before, but have never really gotten into the sport. So, I had Jason explain a number of things about the art of jiu-jitsu. Jason goes over...

Kamal S. Kalsi is the 1st Sikh granted DOD religious accommodation in over a generation.

He talks with us about his journey in the Army and being granted the accommodation.

Kamal also educates us on what it means to be Sikh, the history behind it, the significance of the beard, and more.

Listen to this informative and interesting conversation and be sure to check out Kamal's petition to have restrictions removed for Sikhs ...

Hello Warriors!

This week on the podcast I am joined by Adam Kipp.

Adam is a member of The Standard Nerds. They put out podcasts on "all things nerdy" and also raise money for a children's hospital through an event called Extra Life.

Adam and I attempt to identify Warriors seen in movies, TV series, video games, and comics. 

Of course, Adam answers the three staple questions: What does it mean to be a Warrior? What challen...

Zachary Bell is a Marine Corps veteran that has spent a lot of time in the veteran and non-profit space.

In this episode, Zach talks to us about non-profits in the veteran space and touches on mistakes they make, missteps they take, and reasons why you should reconsider starting your own non-profit.

Of course, Zach answers the staple questions of what it means to be a warrior, what challenges he faces, and what ultimately ...

This week I compiled sound bites from several past episodes.

I went back to the female athletes that have been on the podcast and collected their answer to the question "What does it mean to be a warrior?"

Featured in this compilation are:

• Joanna Lohman, Midfielder for Washington Spirit
• Jessica Aguilar, MMA Fighter
• Lori Lindsey, former USWNT player
• Meghan Klingenberg, current USWNT defender
• Sue Bird, WNBA legend
• Mylee...

Timothy M. Jones is a Navy Veteran currently attending University of West Florida.

Tim is also a survivor of military sexual trauma and uses his story as a platform to educate, motivate, and inspire others.

Timothy Jones talks with host Timothy Lawson about being a warrior, what challenges he faces, and what ultimately inspires him.

On top of that, Tim speaks out about his experience and how he recovered.

Lee Greenwood als...

This week's warrior is Army veteran Steve Sxaks.

Steve is no stranger to Lawson Entertainment as he's joined me on Veteran Empire and 1, 2, Many: Veteran Suicide. We've also collaborated on a podcast I host for them called Mighty Mighty Marsten House.

Steve is a co-founder of Marsten House, a recording studio and record label in Philadelphia. His business in the hip hop industry has grown over the years and is worthy of re...

Episode 40 brings us Marine veteran Justin Blazejewski. Justin is the founder of VETOGA, an organization that brings yoga to the veteran community.

Justin talks with Tim about discovering yoga, the short term and long term benefits, and the motivation behind starting VETOGA.

Also, Justin answers the staple questions of what it means to be a warrior, the challenges he faces, and what ultimately inspires him.

Thank you for j...

Podcasting has led me to many great opportunities. I have had the pleasure of interviewing UFC fighters, Medal of Honor recipients, soccer stars, musicians, and so many other amazing professionals. 

This week's episode of Fuel For Warriors is another landmark interview. This week I welcome to the show Sue Bird.

Sue is currently plays for the Seattle Storm in the WNBA. She's an Olympic athlete and a University of Connecticu...

Joe Crane is a 24 year Military Veteran and the founder and host of the Veteran on the Move podcast. He helps veterans transition successfully from the military to entrepreneurship. His podcast features military veterans that have explore entrepreneurship, many of them with major time and money investments into their own business.

Joe is a Marine, so he's definitely tough. What does Joe think about being a warrior?

"It's n...