How a Top Fighter Pilot Overcame Fear & Built Her Dream Life with Mace Curran

How a Top Fighter Pilot Overcame Fear & Built Her Dream Life with Mace Curran

Former fighter pilot turned keynote speaker Michelle “Mace” Curran joins me for a conversation about fear, resilience, and making bold career pivots. After flying lead solo for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and performing for millions, she walked away from the cockpit to step into a new mission—helping others turn fear into fuel. If you've ever felt stuck in self-doubt or waited for the "perfect" moment to take action, this episode is for you!


We chat:
• How she became one of the first women to fly lead solo for the Thunderbirds
• The mindset shifts that helped her push past fear and imposter syndrome
• What it was really like to leave a prestigious military career behind
• How an unexpected speaking gig led her to her next purpose
• Dealing with internet trolls, visibility, and owning your story


This episode is all about taking action before you feel ready, reframing fear, and stepping into the next chapter of your life with confidence.



00:00 Introduction to AmandaFest Podcast

00:12 Meet Mace Curran: A True Badass

01:11 Grounding Exercise: Get Present

02:54 The Importance of Being Present

03:37 Hollywood Connection

06:24 Journey to Becoming a Fighter Pilot

10:55 Life as a Thunderbird Pilot

14:26 The Physical and Emotional Toll

15:44 Transitioning to a New Mission

16:03 Finding Love and Family

19:19 Inspiring the Next Generation

21:48 Taking the Leap into Public Speaking

25:18 Inspiring Success Stories

29:19 Facing Online Trolls

30:25 Embracing Change and Intuition

33:24 The Journey to Becoming a Speaker

37:19 Building a Personal Brand

40:39 Balancing an Unpredictable Career

42:41 Advice for Aspiring Dreamers

43:40 Promoting the New Book

48:10 Reflecting on Achievements and Future Goals

50:43 Conclusion and Farewell


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Connect w/ me on IG + TikTok @amandalaurena & @amandafestpodcast


Connect w/ Mace on IG @mace_curran


https://macecurran.com/flipside/

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