James Hutton is the former Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and is a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army. In his nearly 27 years as an Army officer, he served throughout the U.S., Germany, Kuwait, Bosnia, Kosovo and three tours of duty in Iraq. Throughout this episode James and I discuss politics, the upcoming 2024 election, and the War in Ukraine. A truly fascinating and indepth discussion of modern politics and governmental policy. 

MAJ Kevin M. Eisel is an Army finance officer with 26 years in the military including 13 active-duty enlisted years, 11 Army Reserve (TPU) commissioned years, and 2 Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) commissioned years and counting. He has earned 6 MOSs and 2 ASIs. He has attended leadership schools from PLDC to ILE phase 1. He has held enlisted leadership positions from team leader to rear-detachment BN CSM and as a commissioned officer several positions including company commander and senior auditor. He has served in the 4th Infantry Division, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 2nd Infantry Division, 10th Mountain Division, and several Army Reserve units. He deployed to Iraq during OIF with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). In addition to serving as a military member, he has served as a DA Civilian since 2017 in various positions. He graduated from Thomas Edison State University and attended 8 other schools including two seminaries. He is married to the most beautiful woman he knew from high school. He is father of five children and grandfather of seven grandchildren. He currently resides in Northwest Indiana.  

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE !!! Since 2008 Michael has been asked to be a speaker or guest instructor for several different self help programs. He speaks on subjects including evolutionary psychology, astronomy, finance, dating, enlightenment, sociology, networking, human attraction, physics and the military. Michael completes between 45-55 books a year on every subject imaginable. From these experiences Michael learned the importance of intellectual curiosity, gratitude, humility as well as the importance of public speaking. He also learned about win-win situations, teaching others and the importance of giving back through charity and education. In 2019 Michael created the Men Of Action program. The program was a culmination of all these lessons and many more. The Men of Action program focuses on five pillars: Social Networking, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Mindset and Finance. For more info on our guest Michael Sartain: Instagram: @michaelsartain Twitter: @MichaelSartain TikTok: @michaelsartainpodcast Facebook: Michael Sartain YouTube: The Michael Sartain Podcast Men of Action Mentoring Program: www.moamentoring.com , ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Captain Jared Hafich is a 2014 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy. He is a veteran of Academic, Conduct, and Aptitude Probations while at the Zoo, and faced dismissal his Firstie Year for “less than arbitrary” reasons. After persevering, he commissioned as a Security Forces Officer and led a successful career in Law Enforcement, Nuclear Weapons Security, and excelled in his duties at a Military Police Instructor. Jared has led, and learned from, countless stellar Enlisted Defenders. He realized the importance of caring for those under your command, thanks mostly in part to the lessons he learned while being “under the gun” while up on The Hill. For more info on our guest CPT Jared Hafich Instagram: the_halfinch ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Stephanie Kalota is an Army Reserve retired veteran, and a former Army Reserve military technician. She was trained as an ammunition specialist (89B) and a transportation coordinator (88N). She served 17 months at the Port of Ash Shubia, Kuwait, and the majority of the time as a stow planner. Later she served as an instructor and taught job specific Senior Leadership Courses. As a military technician, she worked as Staff Operations Training Specialist at the 494th Brigade Support Battalion, 301st Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, and the 412th Theater Engineer Command. After her retirement of the Army Reserve, she founded the Veteran Legislative Voice to help Veterans, military, and supporters use their voice to make legislative change. For more info on our guest Stephanie Kalota: E-Mail: [email protected] ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Melissa and Anthony have a compelling story of perseverance, service, and love. After falling in love with each other at the United States Air Force Academy while each of them competed in NCAA Division 1 Athletics, they discovered that they had an unplanned pregnancy. Melissa and Anthony shared the strong desire to serve their country as commissioned officers, and give back to the Air Force Academy as instructors. While navigating the archaic rules of our Federal military academies, Anthony and Melissa had to endure significant hardship in order to keep their family together…all while upholding their oath as military service members. Join Melissa and Anthony on this special two part episode where we will discuss the challenges, legal implications, and story of exceptional resilience that led to the creation of the CADET Act, and why this important reform for our federal military academies effects us ALL. Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/10/15/change-service-academy-no-dependents-policy-melissa-hemphill/ , To get more information on our guests Anthony and Melissa Hemphill: Instagram: melissahemphill ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Melissa and Anthony have a compelling story of perseverance, service, and love. After falling in love with each other at the United States Air Force Academy while each of them competed in NCAA Division 1 Athletics, they discovered that they had an unplanned pregnancy. Melissa and Anthony shared the strong desire to serve their country as commissioned officers, and give back to the Air Force Academy as instructors. While navigating the archaic rules of our Federal military academies, Anthony and Melissa had to endure significant hardship in order to keep their family together…all while upholding their oath as military service members. Join Melissa and Anthony on this special two part episode where we will discuss the challenges, legal implications, and story of exceptional resilience that led to the creation of the CADET Act, and why this important reform for our federal military academies effects us ALL. Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/10/15/change-service-academy-no-dependents-policy-melissa-hemphill/ , To get more information on our guests Anthony and Melissa Hemphill: Instagram: melissahemphill ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Just in time for spooky season, we have a very special episode this All Hallow’s Eve week with a real modern day “witch”! Roksana Filipowska, Ph.D., is a researcher, educator, writer, and third-generation tarot reader interested in intersections of art, science, and spirituality. Roksana is the creator of Being Present with Art, a program integrating mindfulness-based stress reduction meditation with art museum pedagogy, and an advocate for holistic and equitable education. To book a tarot reading or inquire about a collaborative opportunity, connect with Roksana: Instagram - @Roksana_Filipowska Email - [email protected] , ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Tara Harris is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 2013. Her experience at the Academy was not an easy one. As a survivor of immeasurable tragedy during her time as a Cadet, she learned the coping skills and developed an impenetrable sense of resilience as a contracting officer. Throughout her experiences as an Air Force officer, she realized that the military was not going to allow her to reach her full potential, and decided to embark upon a different path. Through her incredible ability to manage people, assets, and information, she is now a Program Manager at Facebook, and continues to make a positive impact on people’s lives everyday. To get connected with our guest Tara Harris: Instagram: t_money13 LinkedIn: Tara Harris ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,

Joining the army later in his 20’s, The Nasty Guard found his army mojo as a 19D (Cavalry Scout) in the Army National Guard. Currently he is an Emergency Room Technician, and nursing student. As the official host of The Nasty Guard Podcast, he is determined to spread a positive message about the National Guard, career opportunities, and encouraging every American to have a part time career serving this great nation. For more info on our guest Mr. Nasty Guard himself: Instagram: thenastyguard Website: www.thenastyguard.com , ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,