🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Philippe Johnson—retired Air Force officer, military attaché, and author of What Hangs in the Balance. Philippe shares his journey from a military upbringing to a 24-year career in the Air Force, and how his experiences shaped his views on ethical leadership.📚 Learn how his frustration with modern political leadership led him to write a powerful leadership book based on deep research—including reading 25,000+ presidential tweets.🚀 Whether you're a veteran, an aspiring leader, or simply curious about real estate and self-improvement, this episode is packed with practical advice and powerful reflections.🔗 LINKS:Get What Hangs in the Balance: https://amzn.to/3ZIriQjConnect with Philippe: https://philippejohnson.com/More episodes of Leadership Loading: https://www.goheroes.org/podcast📌 Key Topics:Military career path & ROTC insightsTransitioning from the military to civilian lifeReal estate investing after retirementResearching presidential behavior and writing a leadership bookThe core traits of principled leadership

🎙️ In this episode of the Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren sits down with Army veteran and Extract Labs founder Craig Henderson to dive into the misunderstood world of cannabis and CBD — and how it's transforming lives for veterans and civilians alike.💥 Hear Craig’s journey from combat infantry in Iraq to pioneering natural wellness solutions through hemp and CBD extraction.💬 Topics Covered:Craig's military journey and receiving the ARCOM with ValorHis mission to destigmatize cannabis for veteransThe surprising benefits of CBD over THCHow Extract Labs helps with PTSD, pain, anxiety, and sleepNavigating the hurdles of launching a CBD startupCBD for pets and why it works🌿 Learn more or shop CBD: https://www.extractlabs.com🎖️ Veterans & First Responders get 60% off forever!🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring leadership and wellness stories#Veterans #CBDHealth #MilitaryToBusiness #CannabisHealing #ExtractLabs

In this episode of Leadership Loading, Jason McClaren sits down with Michael Johnson, a former Marine turned business owner, to uncover his extraordinary journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Learn how a 9/11 calling led Michael to the Marines, why he walked away from a corporate career, and how he acquired a thriving printing business through strategic search.👥 Guest: Michael Johnson🔗 Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeptrading/

🚀 Topics Covered:Why Michael joined the Marines after 9/11The gritty realities of transitioning to civilian lifeHow waiting tables helped refine his leadershipDiscovering business acquisition as a growth pathThe truth about veteran hiring biases and skills fitBuilding and scaling a wide-format printing company👍 Like this episode? Subscribe for more stories from veteran leaders and entrepreneurs.