Steve Gonzalez: Retired Navy Seal, Event Coordinator With Force Blue, Serving The Special Ops Community

Join Patti Katter with Nate Bailey as they talk about his mission of inspiring people to live the life they want. Nate is a military veteran turned coach, speaker, podcaster, and best-selling author. He shares his military service journey up to his present career, working with people and inspiring them. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · Transformation of a timid boy to a confident coach and speaker · Military experience and getting out of the shell · Trials in life and how Nate got through the tough times · Podcast beginnings, plus the rationale behind it · Words of encouragement from Nate · And so much more! ~ About Nate Bailey: Nate is a natural leader and a speaker who knows how to impact and reach an audience. He is a best-selling author with three books, as well as an entrepreneur. He has built multiple successful businesses in the areas of Insurance and Real Estate. He recently fulfilled his long-time dream of selling his insurance agency to follow his dream of being a full-time coach. Nate was a Lieutenant serving the country in the United States Army. As a Platoon Leader during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Nate was charged with the safety and leadership of 42 soldiers serving the country in Kuwait. Nate has a simple philosophy on life – “live you what you teach.” Nate sees what needs to be done, and he does it. He pushes his teams to the max, and he makes sure he’s always leading from the front by pushing himself one step beyond. In his quest to expand his physical limits, Nate has completed Ironman AZ, Sealfit Kokoro 45, a 100-mile solo run, and is currently training to complete GoRuck Selection in 2019. Most recently (April 2018), Nate was a member of a six-man team (Wheels4Water.org) that rode their bicycles across American to raise awareness and over $300,000 in donations for a non-profit, Lifewater, to provide clean water and sanitary bathrooms for 11 schools and help over 11,000 kids in Ethiopia. Nate’s mission in life is to impact men and women ready to have the life they have always desired truly. ~ You can find Nate Bailey on . . . Website: https://natebailey.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natebailey84 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachnatebailey/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachnatebailey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCWDDdP9UQ8ylQezCbrb8Hw?view_as=subscriber ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

3 Sep 202123min

Join Patti Katter with Cory Singer as they talk about not letting autism get in the way of becoming a singer. Cory is a singer, songwriter, musician, and theater performer all in one. He reveals what it is like living with autism and spreads awareness of the condition through social media. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · Life in the shoes of a child diagnosed with autism and the interest in music · How a TikTok video about autism gained traction and became a platform for awareness · Information about the condition in simple terms to debunk misconceptions · Tell-tale signs that directly point to autism · Cory’s biggest life hurdle he managed to jump over successfully · And so much more! ~ About Cory Singer: NJ Native Cory Singer is an accomplished singer/songwriter/musician and theater performer. Cory has performed in arenas before thousands nationwide. He starred in BRAVO TV’s singing Competition, “The Kandi Factory,” winning the grand prize and taking home a song penned by Grammy Award Winning Artist Kandi Burress, “I Can Do Anything.” Cory is an exceptional songwriter, and he captivates his audiences no matter the venue or event. He finished out 2017 on a high note, being added to several media magazine watch lists for 2018. Cory has become an advocate for children, families, and adults who are on the spectrum. He has used his TikTok to promote positivity by inspiring others with his platform. Cory has coined the phrase ‘“People with Autism Have Superpowers.” Cory began his career in 2005 as a musical theater performer. Through 2013 he celebrated many accomplishments, including a 2011 NJ Perry Award Nomination for his role in Seussical The Musical (The Mayor), and in 2013 Broadway World nominated him for Best Vocalist for his role in Joe DiPietro’s “The Last Romance” at the Bickford Theater. Cory has re-entered the theater world in 2019 with his upcoming roles as “Young Buddy” in Westfield Community Players “Follies” in May 2019 and his upcoming role as “Matt Volpe” in the award-winning original musical “They Call it Gravy, We Call it Sauce” with Music Jar Productions. Shows being in October 2019 at the Bound Brook Theater. Cory performs both acoustically and with his full band. His single (the first in a six-song series), released on July 20, 2018, “Blind in Love” to worldwide critical acclaim. His second song, “Everybody Sing,” released on December 7, 2018, was produced in Memphis by Wes Edmonds (Wyclef Jean Production Team). In 2020 during COVID-19, Cory took to TikTok and decided to share his journey with autism. He has become a social influencer to families and other adults living with autism. ~ You can find Cory Singer on . . . Website: https://www.corysingermusic.com/ TikTok: @TheCorySinger ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade:https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

27 Aug 202115min

Join Patti Katter with Kevin Hines as they talk about his unique story of survival after jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Kevin is an author, a motivational speaker, and a documentary filmmaker. He divulges the factors that led him to jump off the bridge, how he survived and his life after the incident. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · A casually cruel life of mental illness, squalor, alcohol, and drugs · Adoption into a new family and drawbacks to the new setting · Voices in Kevin’s head that compelled him to die and his rare savior – a sea lion · Experience and survival turned into a movement of hope and awareness · Call for action, create impact, and save precious lives from suicide · And so much more! ~ About Kevin Hines: Kevin Hines is a storyteller at heart. He is a best-selling author, global public speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. In the Year 2000, Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Many factors contributed to his miraculous survival, including a sea lion which kept him afloat until the Coast Guard arrived. Kevin now travels the world sharing his story of hope, healing, and recovery while teaching people of all ages the art of wellness & the ability to survive pain with true resilience. Currently, Kevin is in pre-production of his new Docu-Series “The Journey” and is working on a comic book version of his life in cosmic & supernatural form called Hope Dealers. His fight has been long and arduous, but he is determined to remain committed to life until its natural end. His motto: #BeHereTomorrow and every day after that. ~ You can find Kevin Hines on . . . Website: https://www.kevinhinesstory.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KevinHinesStory.us YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kevinhines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinhinesstory ~ Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

20 Aug 202134min

Join Patti Katter with Emma Dowd as they talk about being intersex, the condition of having both male and female genitalia. Emma was born with external male parts and internal female parts. She sheds some light on how it was growing up as an intersex and her journey to be the person she is today. She faced many trials growing up, and did not come out to admit she has more female hormone than male hormones until this last year. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · Childhood confusion: a question of being a boy or a girl · Dealing with bullying and the physical changes of puberty · Defining the difference between intersex and transgender people · Love story – meeting and marrying her wife · Sharing people’s stories through a podcast with a cause · And so much more! ~ About Emma Dowd: Emma Dowd is a perpetual dreamer who uses those dreams to create images and art to fill the world with stories, perspectives, and beauty. She is the CEO of AMFM247 Broadcasting Network, an online talk radio station. In addition, she hosts her radio show and podcast and creates and edits audio/video along with digital images and websites. ~ You can find Emma Dowd on . . . Website: https://emmasdiaries.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-dowd-436149207/ ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

13 Aug 202159min

Join Patti Katter with Justin Roberts as they talk about his life in the military and the chapter that came after. Justin enlisted in the army, but he did not expect to be a chaplain. He narrates his deployment in combat zones, his chaplain work, and how he found his passion for filmmaking. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · A preview of Justin’s childhood life · Factors considered to enlist in the military · What the work of a military chaplain looks like · How to reach out and talk to soldiers in combat zones · The discovery of the passion for filmmaking · And so much more! ~ About Justin Roberts: Director/Producer Justin Roberts, a Lake Charles, Louisiana native a.k.a. “Chappy”, is an Afghanistan Army Veteran and Director of the international award-winning military documentary “No Greater Love.” During Roberts’ time as an Army Chaplain in Afghanistan in 2010, he filmed the footage of his deployment, shaped into the documentary “No Greater Love,” depicting the lessons he learned and experiences shared with his fellow soldiers. No Greater Love screened at the White House before Congress, won 11 awards, and is stated as “One of the best, most powerful documentaries ever made.” by Movie Guide. After experiencing the battlefield firsthand and the unseen wounds it left, he made it his mission to extend his hand to help those in need within his fellow servicemen and beyond. ~ You can find Justin Roberts on . . . Website: https://dogoodarmy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.david.roberts ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

29 Juli 202142min

Join Patti Katter with Dan Newberry as they talk about military veterans transitioning to civilian life. Dan had a hard time adjusting to civilian life and even reached the point of almost being homeless. However, the hardship he went through inspired him to help veterans after serving the military and advocate for their cause. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Expectations and reality of life after military service Employment issues that concern veterans turned civilians It takes direction, purpose, and motivation to get out of the grind Influences that triggered Dan to join the military How to champion civilian life even with PTSD And so much more! ~ About Dan Newberry: Dan Newberry is a South Milwaukee native and joined the United States Army as an Indirect Fire Infantryman. He served over eight years and two Combat deployments to Operation Iraqi Freedom. On June 28th, 2005, he was awarded the Purple Heart. He continued his career and deployed again to Iraq from May 2007 to August 2008 to take part in what has been named “The Surge.” Throughout Dan’s career, he has achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant and received numerous awards and accommodations. In August of 2016, he went on to start an annual 22-mile walk and developed 22Fitness. 22Fitness is a free fitness class open to the entire community dedicated to those that struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. In November of 2017, he was brought on as the Manager of Operations for the Commercial Recycling Division For Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin and Chicago. For the next two years, he continued his mental health advocacy, took part, and spoke at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention out of the Darkness Walk. He went to the State Capital to influence our leaders to take a more active approach to mental healthcare reform. In December of 2018, Dan was appointed Executive Director of Lift For The 22, a national nonprofit (501c3) designed to connect the veteran community, aid in the transition to civilian life, and reduce veteran suicide. Since 2015, they have partnered with over 500 fitness facilities nationwide. Lift For The 22 believes that through fitness, camaraderie, and peer-to-peer support, we can help end the suicide epidemic and ease the transition to civilian life. In May of 2019, he was the recipient of the American Red Cross Braveheart Award for his dedication to the Veteran Community and his work in suicide prevention. In addition, in June 2019, Dan was invited to Washington D.C. to discuss alternative treatment methods for PTSD within the veteran community with members of Congress. In June of 2020, he was hired as the Co-Director of The Veterans Business Outreach Center at WWBIC, overseeing Wisconsin and Minnesota. In November of 2020, Dan was recognized by the Milwaukee Biz Times as one of Milwaukee’s notable Veteran Executives and received a certificate of Congressional Recognition for his connections to the Veteran community. ~ You can find Dan Newberry on . . . Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_dan_mke/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.newberry.940 ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: @PattiKatter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/

23 Juli 202128min

Join Patti Katter with Hank Barbe as they talk about his journey in the army. Hank of Do Good Army served in the Army Reserves and the Marine Corps before forming his band, Three Beards. He tells his story of serving in the military and what he does now as a veteran. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · Hank’s story of enlistment as a consequence of his action · Life before and after his service in the military · The creation of Three Beards due to Hank’s inclination to music · Partnership with Justin Roberts for Do Good Army · What Hank’s hardest trial was as a combat medic · And so much more! ~ About Hank Barbe: Hank Barbe is a former combat medic who served in Iraq. After leaving the military, he worked as a football coach for a few years before starting a rock band called Three Beards. Hank is also one of the hosts of Do Good Army. Together with Justin Roberts, this digital series covers the inspirational non-profit recovery efforts after disasters and raises direct support for those who do good. Hank is the series’s executive producer, while Justin is the film director. Do Good Army is a web series about the people who do amazing, inspiring, and selfless deeds in the midst of a disaster. ~ You can find Hank Barbe on . . . Website: https://dogoodarmy.com/ Hank on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hank_barbe/ Hanks Band on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/three_beards/ ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

16 Juli 202126min

Join Patti Katter with Dan Lombardo as they talk about his extremely important mission. Dan is an Air Force veteran who volunteers at 22Kill, a suicide prevention non-profit organization. He shares what services the organization offers and also his story of trauma. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: 22Kill’smission to serve military veterans and first responders Things to do to qualify for the organization’s services Dan’s experience that led him to volunteer to 22Kill How to help the children of those who died in service and by suicide Why there is a need to encourage military veterans to be living legacies And so much more! ~ About Dan Lombardo: Dan Lombardo joined the United States Air Force in 1990 to finish his last two years in the USAF Electrical Engineering program. Dan served during Desert Storm, and while serving, he had a traumatic experience when he lost one of his fellow Airmen in a training accident. After returning home, Dan worked in the electrical industry, helping to design large electrical projects. Dan started helping veterans with joining the electrical / construction industry to find a new career and purpose. In 2013 Dan met a group of Marines who just had started 22kill (One Tribe Foundation) as just an awareness program to let the world know we are losing 22 veterans a day by suicide. Dan decided to jump in 100% with joining the board and help grow the charity into what it is today. Now, One Tribe Foundation’s main focus and mission are to create a community that raises awareness and combats suicide by empowering veterans, first responders, and their families through traditional and non-traditional therapies. Dan is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for a 22killand has committed his seven years to make sure we Restore the Value of Life to our warrior community. Dan also is the Advisory Chairman for the Brotherhood for the Fallen police organization in Fort Worth, Texas, whose main focus is to honor the families of lost police officers. ~ You can find Dan Lombardo on . . . Website: https://www.22kill.com One Tribe Foundation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneTribeFoundation.22KILL One Tribe Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onetribefoundation_22kill ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don’t forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY

9 Juli 202136min