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July 12th, 2026

🔥 America’s 250th, WWII Survival & Leadership Lessons | This Week on The MisFitNation

America’s 250th birthday week reminded us why stories matter, why leadership matters, and why honoring those who serve will always be at the heart of The MisFitNation.

🇺🇸 Saturday – Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

We joined millions of Americans in celebrating 250 years of freedom, service, sacrifice, and the men and women who have defended our nation across generations.

📚 Sunday – The MisFitNation welcomed Heidi Langbein-Allen

Rich LaMonica sat down with author Heidi Langbein-Allen to discuss *Save the Last Bullet: Memoir of a Boy Soldier in Hitler’s Army*.

Through her father’s firsthand account, Heidi shared the incredible story of Wilhelm Langbein, who was conscripted into Hitler’s Army at just 13 years old.

It was a powerful conversation about survival, hope, forgiveness, and the lessons history still teaches us today.

⚖️ Tuesday – The ToosDay Crüe welcomed Mark Astor

Mark Astor joined the Crüe for an eye-opening discussion on Mental Health, addiction, and how the legal system can become a lifeline for families in crisis.

From the Baker Act and Marchman Act to helping families navigate incredibly difficult situations, Mark shared practical insight and hope for those facing mental Health and substance use challenges.

🎙️ Thursday – The MisFitNation welcomed Paul Darling

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Paul Darling joined Rich for an outstanding conversation on leadership, military history, strategy, and service.

🪖 Help Us Build the MisFitNation Wall of Honor

Our Wall of Honor in the studio continues to grow, and we’d be honored to include your story.

If you’re a Veteran, Active Duty service member, First Responder, or represent your agency or unit, we’d Love to display your patch in our studio as a tribute to those who serve.

📩 Send us a message through our social media or email to learn how to send your patch and become part of the Wall of Honor.

Together, we’ll continue honoring those who answer the call.

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Rich LaMonica The MisFitNation Show

Rich LaMonica Is a 22-year veteran of the United States Army who was deployed on multiple occasions in support of the Global War on Terrorism. It was during this career he evolved as a leader of people. His education came from great mentors who showed him how to take care of people. He retired in 2015 and went through an entire year of self-reflection as he transitioned to civilian life again. Those 365 days from retiring to finding a job taught him valuable lessons about transition. This has powered his drive to help other veterans as they go through the transition and any other roadblocks they are hitting. He is a Motivated Speaker who discusses Mindset, Resilience, Grit, and more skills that will make you find your Purpose no matter the journey you have been on. He is currently finishing up two books while pursuing a Ph.D from Liberty University in Homeland Security. He lives by rules and has a motto that resonates with fans of How I met Your Mother “Challenge Accepted”. He is the Executive Producer and host of The MisFitNation Podcast