Buried by Pain, Raised by Faith with Veteran Travis Ward
Release Date: 07/15/2025
Money on Mission with Chris Gardner
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Chris Gardner is not your average wealth advisor. In this conversation with Matt Payne, he unpacks what happens when we shift our view of money from trophy to tool—a resource meant for purpose, impact, and legacy. Chris shares how to build wealth in a way that allows you to live your legacy now, not someday, and he challenges listeners with three key questions to determine, “How much is enough?” and, just as importantly, “What will you do with the rest?” Today, meet Chris Gardner—Wealth Advisor with Arkos Global Advisors and Chairman of the Outer Circle Foundation Board. ...
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Finding Purpose After Your Post with Patrick Faulkner
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Today, we meet USAF Veteran and former Special Operations Sergeant and K9 Unit Manager, Patrick Faulkner. He and Matt sit down for a candid conversation on coping with trauma and finding purpose after service. Patrick knows this journey firsthand — and now he’s helping LEOs, First Reponders and Veterans do just that through his company, Faulkner Endeavor Group. He also hosts the Knock and Talk Podcast, a place where these heroes can share their funny and outrageous stories from their time on the streets and in the service. Connect with Patrick and learn more:...
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Chick N Dude Share an Update from our 4th Annual Golf Outing
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Matt and Buffy Payne, aka Chick N Dude, take back the mics to say "thank you" to all of our sponsors and volunteers who made our 4th Annual Golf Outing a success! Listen to the end for a raffle announcement and details on upcoming events. Learn more about all things Chick N Dude: Get involved: Purchase raffle tix:
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The Mission Never Changes: Take Care of Your Team featuring Todd Kemp
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Todd Kemp holds numerous titles, including Air Force Veteran, First Responder, Program Management Consultant at Kemp Endeavors Inc., and Outer Circle Advisory Board Member. But among them all, our favorites are leader and friend. On this episode of the Chick N Dude Stuff Podcast, Todd joins Matt and Buffy to talk about his military experience, how it applies to life today and the key takeaway he's learned along the way: always take care of your people, and the mission will take care of itself. Connect with Todd on LinkedIn: Watch the full episode on YouTube:
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When You Can't Find It, Build It featuring Avery Piantedosi-Petrovski
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Don’t have what you need? Build it! That’s exactly what Avery Paintedosi-Petrovski did and now her platform is saving lives. Hear about their three patents, the development process and how LifeKnight’s seamless integration with direct 911 connection is changing the emergency response game.
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Success Starts with Why featuring Todd Masters
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Air Force Veteran and Atlanta-based FocalPoint Coach, Todd Masters, joins Matt and Buffy to talk about what success can look like after military service. For veterans and anyone considering starting a business, he highlights two essentials for making it truly count: surrounding yourself with the right mentors and partners, and having a clear understanding of your “why”—the deeper purpose that drives your work. Connect with Todd to book your free session: toddmastersfocalpointcoaching.com For all things Chick N Dude Stuff, visit chickndudestuff.com Watch the full episode on YouTube:...
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Finding and Understanding Your Voice with Christy Renee
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Finding your voice isn’t optional — it’s essential. Whether you're a solopreneur trying to cut through the noise, a corporation shaping culture, or a nonprofit igniting change, your voice is your identity. On today’s episode of Chick N Dude Stuff, Christy Renee, brand-building expert and magnetic storyteller, joins Matt and Buffy to share practical ways to create clarity and structure in your voice. Connect with Christy and learn more: {free} Brand Voice & Systems Webinar: Super Women's Conference Kennesaw Business Association 8/22: Website: LinkedIn: IG: Watch the full...
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Buried by Pain, Raised by Faith with Veteran Travis Ward
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“I felt like I was losing my mind.” When unusual anxiety, nightmares and fear became a constant companion for Veteran Travis Ward, he didn’t understand what was happening. On today’s episode of Chick N Dude Stuff, Travis opens up about his journey—self-medicating to cope with PTSD, attempting to detox on his own, and ultimately landing on solid ground through his faith and support from Outer Circle Foundation. Travis’ advice to his fellow Veterans and First Responders feeling the same way he did? “Don’t wait to ask for help.” Do that now at OuterCircleFoundation.org. Learn...
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Special Edition: Chick N Dude Share Matt's Cancer Journey
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For every prayer and positive note - thank you. Your support means the world to us. We have a special episode of the podcast for you today. Matt and Buffy share a bit more of their journey through Matt’s prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment protocol.
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Continue to Life: Trauma and SGB with Detective Mary Swisher
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Detective Mary Swisher joins Matt and Buffy to talk about lifelong trauma, the impacts of being a first responder, and the benefits of Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for PTSD. We're moving beyond just surviving. As Buffy says, this is about "continuing to life," not just enduring. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yN6plPbOaic
info_outline“I felt like I was losing my mind.” When unusual anxiety, nightmares and fear became a constant companion for Veteran Travis Ward, he didn’t understand what was happening. On today’s episode of Chick N Dude Stuff, Travis opens up about his journey—self-medicating to cope with PTSD, attempting to detox on his own, and ultimately landing on solid ground through his faith and support from Outer Circle Foundation. Travis’ advice to his fellow Veterans and First Responders feeling the same way he did? “Don’t wait to ask for help.” Do that now at OuterCircleFoundation.org.
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Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ahNG9F3OUVM