The Resilient Life

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Christian Schauf, the founder of Uncharted Supply Co., a company built to help people navigate emergencies and embrace the unexpected with confidence. He’s an entrepreneur, adventurer, and musician who once toured the globe bringing smiles to the faces of our troops through morale-boosting performances in some of the world’s most dangerous places. Christian shares what led him from concert stages in Iraq and Afghanistan to designing gear that could save lives in a snowstorm or blackout. Find out which life skills really matter, how resilience shows up in preparation, and why helping others is at the heart of everything he does. CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/] SUBSCRIBE  * Get the latest video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1] * Get the latest audio podcast: https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/ [https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/] CONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media: * Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/ [https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/rmanion [https://twitter.com/rmanion] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rmanion [https://www.instagram.com/rmanion]   * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832/] LEARN about Travis Manion Foundation: www.travismanion.org [http://www.travismanion.org] MEET Christian Schauf https://www.instagram.com/christianschauf/

In this powerful Memorial Day episode, Ryan Manion sits down with Sarah Ross Geisen, Gold Star sister of Captain Andrew Ross. Ryan and Sarah share their deeply personal stories of loss, resilience, and remembrance. As Gold Star siblings to fallen service members, they offer a moving perspective on what Memorial Day truly means beyond the barbecues and long weekends. Reflecting on both Travis Manion and Drew Ross' legacies, Ryan and Sarah reveal how each of us can honor the true meaning of sacrifice. CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/] SUBSCRIBE  * Get the latest video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1] * Get the latest audio podcast: https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/ [https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/] CONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media: * Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/ [https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/rmanion [https://twitter.com/rmanion] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rmanion [https://www.instagram.com/rmanion]   * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832/] LEARN about Travis Manion Foundation: www.travismanion.org [http://www.travismanion.org] MEET Sarah Ross Geisen  https://www.instagram.com/srgeisen/ [https://www.instagram.com/srgeisen/]

Charlotte North isn’t just a lacrosse player—she’s a force of nature. A two-time Tewaaraton Award winner, a national champion, and one of the most electrifying players the sport has ever seen, Charlotte has redefined what’s possible on the field with her record-breaking shots and unmatched intensity. But off the field, she’s just as impressive—an advocate, a mentor, and a role model for young athletes everywhere.  In this episode, Ryan dives into Charlotte’s journey from picking up a stick for the first time to becoming a household name in lacrosse. Charlotte talks about pressure, perseverance, the power of leadership, and what drives her to keep raising the bar—not just for herself, but for the next generation of players. So whether you’re a fan of the sport or just love a good story about grit and greatness, this one’s for you.  CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/  SUBSCRIBE Get the latest video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1  Get the latest audio podcast: https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/  CONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media:  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/rmanion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rmanion  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832/  LEARN about Travis Manion Foundation: www.travismanion.org  MEET Charlotte North https://www.instagram.com/charlottenorth8/  https://x.com/charlotten8rth

In this powerful and compelling episode, Ryan Manion sits down with Norm Hooten, a legendary figure whose heroic actions during the Battle of Mogadishu were immortalized in the film Black Hawk Down. Norm reflects on the harrowing events of that day, sharing firsthand insights on courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the heat of battle. Beyond the battlefield, Norm’s journey didn’t stop. He opens up about life after combat, his continued service in the military community, and his mission to support veterans in their fight for resilience and mental health. From his transition to working as a clinical pharmacist helping those struggling with opioid addiction to lessons learned from a lifetime of service, Norm’s story is one of leadership, purpose, and perseverance. CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast: * Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/] SUBSCRIBE  * Get the latest video podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1] * Get the latest audio podcast [https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/] CONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media: Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/] - Twitter [https://twitter.com/rmanion] - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rmanion] - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832]   LEARN about Travis Manion Foundation [http://www.travismanion.org] MEET Norm Hooten * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/normanhooten/] * Hooten Young [https://hootenyoung.com/]

A Green Beret, former NFL player, and co-founder of the veteran-focused nonprofit Merging Vets and Players (MVP), Nate Boyer's path has been anything but ordinary. From deploying to combat zones with Special Forces to walking onto the football field as a 34-year-old rookie with the Seattle Seahawks, his journey is a testament to pushing limits and chasing purpose, no matter the odds. In this episode, Nate sits down with Ryan Manion and explores how he navigated the challenges of military service, transitioned into the world of professional sports, and became a leading voice for veterans and athletes tackling life after service through MVP. Don't miss this conversation on the power of teamwork, finding identity beyond the uniform, and the importance of community in building resilience. CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast: * Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/theresilientlife.podcast/] SUBSCRIBE  * Get the latest video podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/TravisManionOrg/?sub_confirmation=1] * Get the latest audio podcast [https://ryanmanion.com/podcasts/] CONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media: Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ryanmanionTMF/] - Twitter [https://twitter.com/rmanion] - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rmanion] - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manion-a5081832]   LEARN about Travis Manion Foundation [http://www.travismanion.org] MEET Nate Boyer  * Twitter: https://x.com/NateBoyer37 [https://x.com/NateBoyer37] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nateboyer37/ [https://www.instagram.com/nateboyer37/]