Unarmored Talk

Unarmored Talk is a podcast where people feel safe to remove their armor through real conversations that strengthen how we think and respond to life—reaching listeners worldwide while supporting community impact through Still Serving, Inc. Hosted by Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Mario P. Fields, the show dives into honest stories, raw emotions, and practical insights that help you grow mentally stronger through authenticity and openness. Stay unarmored, stay authentic, and stay mentally fit. And as always — I’m praying for you all. God bless.

Unarmored Talk is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 188 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Unarmored Talk, a education show with 188 episodes published.

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  Episode #188

  When One of Your Greatest Strengths Costs You

  Sep 13, 202620 min

  Send us Fan Mail What happens when your mind says, “keep going,” but your body says, “you’re done”? You can be disciplined, prepared, and relentless—and still hit a wall you can’t outwork. In this episode of Unarmored Talk , U.S. Army veteran Derik Robinson gets unarmored about resilience, identity, and the hidden cost of constantly pushing through. From a sink-or-swim upbringing to military leadership, Derik built his life around grit and perseverance. But after an injury, a grueling ruck march, deployment, and ultimately a medical board, he was forced to rethink what success and failure really mean. What is the end result you want—and is the path you’re taking sustainable enough to get you there? CHAPTERS 00:00 – Welcome & Why Resilience Matters 01:21 – Who Derik Is & Contact Info 02:10 – Growing Up: Sink or Swim 05:14 – Training Injury & Ruck March Collapse 09:01 – Losing Control & Redefining Failure 11:49 – Deploying Anyway—Then Everything Breaks 16:53 – Advice for Sustainable Success 19:17 – Final Thanks & Mental Fitness If this conversation resonates, share it with someone who always pushes through. Thank you for your continued support. Stay unarmored, stay authentic, and stay mentally fit. God bless. Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

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  Episode #187

  Are You Being Bullied at Work and Don’t Even Know It?

  Aug 30, 202638 min

  Send us Fan Mail What happens when the schoolyard bully grows up and enters the workforce? In this episode of Unarmored Talk , I sit down with Joseph Musse II , author of Bullies: They’re Not Just in Schoolyards Anymore , to explore how bullying follows us into adulthood—showing up in workplaces through intimidation, manipulation, humor, authority, and the pressure to constantly overdeliver. Joseph gets unarmored about his own past, including admitting he once bullied others, and how those experiences helped him recognize similar behaviors later in his career. We unpack boundaries, identity, control, the power of saying “no,” and recognizing when dedication to your job starts costing you your peace. ️ Whether you work in corporate America, government, the military, education, healthcare, the trades, or anywhere in between, this conversation is for you. CHAPTERS 0:00 — Welcome And The Big Question 1:20 — Share The Show And Meet Joseph 2:12 — A Life Built On Skill And Faith 5:36 — From Teen Bully To Self-Reflection 10:25 — Getting Bullied In Corporate Life 13:36 — Guilt Trips, Subtle Threats, Control 24:31 — Boundaries, Balance, Saying No 27:39 — The Blueprint To Becoming Unbullyable 34:47 — Consequences, Purpose, And The Mirror CONNECT WITH JOSEPH MUSSE II LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmusse Get Joseph’s Books: Bullies: They’re Not Just in Schoolyards Anymore! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015CYHD80?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_2V3AAPJ7Q88DHBQ44JVH&bestFormat=true Bullies: The Blueprint to Becoming Unbullyable - https://www.amazon.com/BULLIES-Blueprint-Unbullyable-Joseph-Musse-ebook/dp/B0HD1L5KFC SUBSCRIBE & SHARE If this conversation resonates with you, subscribe to Unarmored Talk and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Stay unarmored. Stay authentic. Stay mentally fit. God bless. Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

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  Episode #186

  When the Leader Is the Problem: The Courage to Change.

  Aug 16, 202622 min

  Send us Fan Mail When was the last time you realized that you—not your team—were part of the leadership problem? That realization can be painful, but it can also begin your most important growth. In this episode, Dr. Lisa DeVore, United States Air Force veteran and author of Pawprints on Leadership , shares how she confronted a low-empathy leadership moment and chose to grow from it. We discuss how authoritarian leadership models can cause us to prioritize rules and results over people, why reflection and apology matter, and how emotional intelligence and active listening make us better leaders. Lisa also explores the importance of followership and the lessons she learned from Bailey, her service dog—including the powerful truth that sometimes the person leading us has no title or words, just greater awareness. Subscribe to Unarmored Talk , share this episode with someone who leads others, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the show. Stay unarmored, stay authentic, and stay mentally fit. God bless. Connect with Dr. Lisa DeVore Book — Pawprints on Leadership : [ https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0G2L2VZ89?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_SAMWGJ2YXEZ7DBNCB1PP&bestFormat=true ] LinkedIn: [ Dr. Lisa DeVore, PMP, SSM | LinkedIn ] Chapters 00:00 — Welcome and Guest Introduction 02:49 — Lisa’s Air Force-to-Space Force Path 04:21 — Owning a Low-Empathy Leadership Moment 07:15 — How Authoritarian Models Shaped Her 08:41 — Why a Trusted Teammate Stayed 12:51 — Followership as a Leadership Skill 16:32 — Letting Bailey Lead When It Matters 18:29 — Pause, Observe, and Give Yourself Grace 20:01 — Where to Find Lisa and Final Sendoff Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

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  Episode #184

  Have You Been So Busy Taking Care of Everyone Else That You Forgot About Yourself?

  Jul 19, 202624 min

  Send us Fan Mail Have You Been So Busy Taking Care of Everyone Else That You Forgot About Yourself? In this episode, I am joined by Amber Houghton, a retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant and founder of Elite Performance Strategies. Together, we explore the leadership trap —the tendency to spend so much time caring for others that we lose sight of ourselves. Amber shares how military service, leadership, retirement, divorce, and personal transition challenged her identity and taught her the importance of resilience, healthy boundaries, and self-care. Whether you're a leader, parent, caregiver, veteran, or someone others depend on, this conversation offers practical insights to help you care for others without abandoning yourself. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome And Meet Amber Houghton 1:45 A Rough Start And A 28-Year Career 6:08 When The Strong One Falls Apart 8:22 Divorce, Blame, And The Cost Of Armor 11:16 The Helper Addiction And The Boundary Wake-Up 14:38 Enforcing Boundaries With Kindness 17:00 Ask Better Questions Before You Help 19:35 Do Not Abandon Yourself 21:11 Connection Over Isolation And Closing If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, share it with someone who always puts others first, and let us know in the comments: What's one boundary you're working to strengthen? Connect with Amber Amber Houghton | LinkedIn Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

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  Episode #183

  What Happened to This Army Veteran After the Car Accident?

  Jul 6, 202623 min

  Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how one moment can change the rest of your life? A rollover crash on a dark Montana highway changed everything for Army veteran Darshan Shanti. The accident left him with a traumatic brain injury, severe injuries to his hand and arm, and a year-long recovery that forced one powerful question: What meaning do you attach to what happened? In this episode, Darshan shares his journey from Army medic to survivor, revealing how resilience, perspective, and embracing progress—not chasing the "old version" of himself—transformed his recovery. We also have an honest conversation about mental health. Darshan opens up about his personal experiences with medication side effects, including suicidal thoughts while taking gabapentin, how THC negatively affected him during recovery, and the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis. Together, we discuss why self-awareness, asking for help, and support from trusted friends and healthcare professionals can make a life-saving difference. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction 01:43 – Army Life & Constant Pressure 04:38 – The Montana Rollover & Recovery 07:39 – Mindset & The Meaning We Choose 10:34 – Medication Side Effects & Dark Thoughts 16:08 – A Future That Pulls You Forward 18:43 – Self-Love & Getting Help 20:31 – How To Connect & Final Words If this conversation encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. What part of Darshan's story resonated with you the most? Let us know in the comments—we'd love to hear your thoughts. Darshan’s website: https://savingourveterans.com/ Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

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