Reset And Rise To The Unbreakable

On this edition of Reset and Rise To The Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome the Host of "Coffee Talk With Bryan and Marie", former US Marine Bryan Roof to the show!Here's his bio in his own words :Born and raised in Lancaster, California, I graduated high school in May 1999. Shortly after, in February 2000, I made the pivotal decision to enlist in the United States Marine Corps. I served as a 3051 Supply Marine and deployed to Kuwait and Iraq in January 2003 as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, with my unit participating in the initial ground offensive. My time in service was not without personal hardship, including receiving a Red Cross message informing me of my grandmother's passing.Upon my honorable discharge in February 2004, I immediately transitioned into a demanding role within the aerospace industry, joining Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, California. That same year became a period of intense personal ambition and upheaval: I got married, became a father, embarked on a college degree, coached high school football, and even played semi-professional football. In hindsight, it's evident I placed an unsustainable burden upon myself during a critical post-military adjustment phase. Predictably, this frantic pace led to a rapid decline: my marriage faltered, ultimately ending in divorce.This period initiated a profound personal tailspin, forcing me to confront significant mental health challenges, including PTSD, anxiety, and an overwhelming sense of failure. My coping mechanisms at the time were destructive, characterized by excessive partying and drinking, which eventually led me to hit rock bottom. Amidst these struggles, I met my current wife, a truly remarkable woman who was raising three young boys, one of whom is non-verbal and autistic. Our connection was immediate and profound, leading to a quick marriage and the subsequent birth of our shared son, bringing our blended family to six children – five boys and one girl. It was after marrying her that I truly began to confront my mental health, recognizing the immense burden of unaddressed trauma I had carried for years.While the realization came swiftly, actively working through it became a multi-year journey of healing. My path took an unexpected turn in July 2018 when, after finally achieving full transparency about my struggles, the Veterans Administration deemed me "Unemployable." This designation was profoundly challenging, particularly as I had earned a business degree, achieved multiple promotions, and was thriving in my preferred role as a Project Manager, having finally attained substantial financial stability. To experience such a dramatic drop from a six-figure income to a quarter of that was devastating. This forced me to innovate and explore new avenues. I initially pursued various small business ventures, but my lifelong passion for talk radio sparked a new idea: to launch my own podcast.The podcast began simply: armed with a gaming microphone and my phone, I started recording personal reflections on what I considered my "interesting life." The process proved incredibly cathartic, prompting me to expand its scope. I soon began inviting fellow veterans to share their unique stories of service and the often-complex transition back to civilian life. This evolution led to "Heal Out Loud," a platform dedicated to openly discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly realities faced by military personnel and first responders. Last year, we launched a vital segment called "Coffee Talk," designed to delve deeper into issues frequently emerging from our interviews. This initiative connected me with Marie, whose courageous journey through addiction and sexual trauma resonated deeply. Her presence as co-host has been instrumental in creating a more inclusive space, particularly for female service members, encouraging them to share their experiences. Together, we champion the message that it’s okay not to be okay, offering a platform to "heal out loud" and normalize conversations around personal struggles.Our aim is to foster a community where we learn from our pasts, not allowing them to define us, but rather to shape us into stronger, more compassionate individuals. I am now in my fourth season, three and a half years into this fulfilling journey, and I eagerly anticipate sharing more of this mission with your audience.Follow Amanda on Instagram :@BackupBowler83Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok :@ResetandRisePodcast⁩Send us an email with your questions and comments :resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.

On the next edition of Reset and Rise to the Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome Thomas Woo to the show!Here's his bio in his own words :Career Walmart to contracting railroad to working for one of the big four railroads. Started my own merch company Appalachian syndicate.Life Grew up in the south, moved to wv when my parents got divorced. While working with Walmart I met my wife who was also working there. We have 6 kids, 4 boys and two girls. Just celebrated our 10 year anniversary.SetbacksMy one and only true setback would be devotion to Christ. I grew up going to church, raised Catholic, even went to catholic school from 6th grade to graduation. I’ve always believed in God and practiced religion, I just mostly was going through the motions. I’ve celebrated sin and wasn’t a good Christian the least bit. But in the past couple of years(when I launched Appalachian syndicate) I have found a calling to understand and study the Bible. I’ve become closer to Christ and see myself speaking to him more and more through out the day as if I was speaking to my literal father instead of just a higher being. Visit Diligent Defense Company and use Code: appsyn15 for 15% off their website! diligentdefense.comAlso visit Athena Target Systems and use Code: appsyn10 for 10% off their website!athenatargets.comFollow Amanda on Instagram :@BackupBowler83Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok :@ResetandRisePodcast⁩Send us an email with your questions and comments :resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.

On this edition of Reset and Rise to the Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome Todd McGill to the show!Here's his bio :I’ve been around bowling my whole life—growing up at Colerain Bowl, watching my dad and twin brother, and picking up the ball myself at 14. I quickly fell in love with the game, competing in youth leagues and even setting records—like being the first youth bowler in Ohio to average over 200. Bowling carried me through adulthood with perfect games, 800 series, and managing lanes—but life threw some challenges my way. Moving away, struggling with alcohol, anxiety, and stepping away from the sport tested me—but I found my way back home, and back to the game I love. I started the Sunday Sweeper at Northwest Lanes, built it into a city-wide event, launched TMT Bowling, and grew a community around the sport. Even when Colerain Bowl closed, new opportunities came with Bowlifi and becoming GM at Gilmore Lanes. Along the way, I was honored with the Sam Levine Memorial Award and inducted into the Greater Cincinnati Bowling Hall of Fame. Today, I still run tournaments, support the bowling community, and—even after health challenges—I’m back practicing, back enjoying the game, and sharing it with the people who make it so special. Bowling has always been, and will always be, my second home.Follow Amanda on Instagram :@BackupBowler83Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok :@ResetandRisePodcast⁩Send us an email with your questions and comments :resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.

On this edition of Reset and Rise to the Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome US Army Veteran Jerry DeVaul. Jr to the show! Here's his bio : Born in Denver, Colorado, and raised in Trinidad, Jerry Joseph DeVaul Jr. is a proud U.S. Army Veteran, husband, father, adaptive athlete, and advocate for the disability community. After graduating from Trinidad High School in 2003—where he served as captain of both the football and wrestling teams and was crowned homecoming king—Jerry enlisted in the U.S. Army on September 23, 2003. He completed basic and advanced training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, becoming a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with recovery specialization. His first duty station was Fort Hood, Texas, with Alpha Battery 2/20 Field Artillery, supporting MLRS rocket systems. Shortly after, Jerry volunteered to deploy to Iraq, switching units to 289th Quartermaster Company. He completed two 12-month combat deployments from 2004–2005 and 2006–2007, the second of which was extended due to stop-loss orders. Between deployments, Jerry became a father to his daughter Haleigh. After transferring to Fort Carson with the 984th Military Police Company, he deployed once more from 2009 to 2010. Upon returning, he transitioned to the Army Reserve—but before he could report, his life changed forever. On October 15, 2011, a catastrophic workplace accident resulted in the traumatic amputation of both legs below the knee. Left unattended for over an hour and 45 minutes, Jerry relied on his combat lifesaver training to stabilize himself, using improvised tools like wrenches and ratchet straps for tourniquets. Despite the trauma, he remained calm, directing life-saving efforts until Flight for Life arrived. He was flown to Denver Health—the very hospital where he was born—which became the place that saved his life once again. Refusing to let his injuries define him, Jerry rebuilt his life with relentless determination. He relearned to drive with hand controls and immersed himself in adaptive sports. In 2016, he found sled hockey and quickly rose through the ranks. He joined the Colorado Avalanche sled hockey A-team and was later voted in as Club President. In his first off-season, he helped the organization regain its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Since then, under his leadership, the team has won three national championships, two NHL Sled Classic titles, and Jerry was named a finalist for the Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award, presented by the NHL and Discovery. In addition to sports and advocacy, Jerry pursued his passion for cooking. From 2020 to 2022, he earned his Culinary Degree from the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts and is currently three-quarters of the way through his Baking and Pastry Arts degree. Whether it’s in the kitchen or on the ice, Jerry brings the same drive and passion to everything he does. Today, he remains focused on earning a spot on the U.S. Men’s National Sled Hockey Team. He loves working out, swimming, hunting, golfing, and fishing. Jerry is married to Regina Louise DeVaul and is the proud father of Haleigh, Jerry III, David, and Maximus. Follow Amanda on Instagram : @BackupBowler83 Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok : @ResetandRisePodcast⁩ Send us an email with your questions and comments : resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.

On this edition of Reset and Rise to the Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome Morgan Robinson to the show! Here's his bio :Morgan Robinson has bowled all his life. He started when he was 3 and bowled pretty regularly until 2020-2022 - He was burnt out and needed a break and Covid was peaking so He just stayed away from bowling mostly. He Fell in love with disc golf during his time away. It led to discovering how badly his knee truly was messed up from an injury he hadn't thought about for years. He started bowling more in 2023, but could not finish the season due to the pain.He had surgery August 10th 2023 and then that is where he feels like the fun journey really began. He won the CB Tour - TMO on August 10th 2024, one year to the day of his surgery. He has continued to try and get better and bowl everything that he can. He got his PBA card for this season and he is going to try and be at every West Region stop this season and he is aiming to earn the rookie of the year honors.Follow Amanda on Instagram :@BackupBowler83Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok :@ResetandRisePodcast⁩Send us an email with your questions and comments :resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.

On this edition of Reset and Rise to the Unbreakable With Amanda Moore, we welcome Jordon Basurto to the show! Here's his bio :Jordon Basurto is an entrepreneur, creative, and skydiving instructor whose path has been anything but linear. Raised in San Diego before moving to Idaho in his early teens, Jordon experienced loss at a young age when an immediate family member passed away from cancer. That moment reshaped his direction, pushing him to take ownership of his life early—earning his GED and moving to Lake Tahoe at 17 to chase snowboarding at a professional level. For years, snowboarding was everything. Winters in Tahoe, summers at Mt. Hood, competing professionally and living fully inside that world.In his early twenties, Jordon made a pivot—returning to San Diego to study fashion and co-found a denim brand. While the product was strong, the experience exposed a gap that would later define his career: marketing and business strategy. That curiosity led him into sales and distribution, where—starting with almost no money—he helped build one of the larger distribution networks in North America. During that time, he became a stage trainer, speaking in front of audiences of 5,000+ people. The experience sharpened his ability to lead, communicate, and build teams at scale. From there, Jordon transitioned into online marketing, app development, and creative work behind the camera, eventually opening and running a studio.But everything changed when he discovered skydiving. What began as curiosity quickly became a calling. Within a few short years, he became an instructor and eventually a drop zone owner, driven by a simple mission: to build a safe, professional operation that protects the culture and grows the sport the right way. Today, Jordon brings together creativity, leadership, and lived experience—proof that reinvention isn’t a setback, it’s a skill. Follow Amanda on Instagram : @BackupBowler83Follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok :@ResetandRisePodcast⁩Send us an email with your questions and comments :resetandrisepodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reset-and-rise-to-the-unbreakable--6690676/support.