Ep 202 - "A Second Chance at Life and Leadership"
Head Heart & Boots · 2026-03-31 · 1h 9m
Episode notes
In this episode of Head, Heart, and Boots, Brandon and I sit down with Nick Rahn , founder of Warriors Next Adventure, for one of the most intense and powerful conversations we’ve had on the show. Nick shares his journey from a turbulent childhood and multiple combat deployments in the Air Force to hitting rock bottom after leaving the military, battling addiction, and nearly ending his life in the Boundary Waters of northern Minnesota. What follows is a story of transformation. Nick walks us through the moment that changed everything, the internal work required to rebuild his identity, and how he developed a set of principles that helped him move from survival to purpose. We explore how those same principles now serve as the foundation for Warriors Next Adventure, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans navigate PTSD, mental health struggles, and life after service through deep conversations, jiu jitsu, and challenging outdoor experiences. This episode is raw, emotional, and ultimately hopeful.
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