As for all things that have a beginning, they must also have an end. This week, we are proud to put the “final” stamp on our NYAO podcast journey after 90 straight weeks. 90 straight weeks of our core pillars of humility, honesty, and action. S

NYAO, Ep: 089 – Our journey in review

Mar 24th, 2022 1h 5m

It’s always great to take stock of where you have been- this is one of the most important parts of determining where you are now, and helps refocus on the journey ahead.Raf opens this episode revealing where he is now in life. Sharing the hous

NYAO, Ep: 088 – Conforming

Mar 16th, 2022 57m

As a follow-up to last week’s episode on being authentic, we must acknowledge that while being genuine, it is important to understand what we are attempting to be a part of. Whether it be a relationship, a work environment, a political party, o

NYAO, Ep: 087 – The Cost of being Authentic

Mar 11th, 2022 55m 30s

“This above all: to thine own self be trueAnd it must follow, as the night the dayThou canst not then be false to any man”– William Shakespeare, HamletPeople often speak of being “Authentic”. What does it mean? How does this play out in l

NYAO, Ep: 086 – The Invasion of Ukraine

Mar 3rd, 2022 58m 40s

This week, the boys felt compelled to talk about a somber topic; the invasion of Ukraine. On the eve of the 5th day of the Russian invasion, the guys felt it was important to try and focus on many of the inspiring and positive stories that have

NYAO, Ep: 085 – Unindoctrination

Feb 24th, 2022 53m 8s

This week, the boys were inspired to talk about the many layered approaches that have historically proved fruitful for transitioning veterans, as well as themselves in establishing bonds similar to their time in service. More pointedly, they di

NYAO, 084 – The Unfair Advantage W/ #67 BJ Finney

Feb 17th, 2022 1h 7m

This week, the NYAO team is proud to welcome our friend and NFL lineman BJ Finney, from the Pittsburgh Steelers.BJ joins us to discuss what he routinely calls his “Unfair Advantage.”- Being handed the worst of circumstances at a young age,only

NYAO, Ep: 083 – Fitting in

Feb 10th, 2022 54m 11s

Have you ever wondered if you actually were fitting in? Whether it be a professional group, friends, new acquaintances, family, or even an intimate relationship?Sometimes we struggle to “fit in”, but if we are struggling, we must ask ourselves

NYAO, Ep: 082 – A good life is built with good relationships

Feb 3rd, 2022 58m 1s

Young people when asked said the main thing they wanted in life was to make a lot of money. More than 80% listed this first.Is this the best indicator or sign post for a good and fulfilling life?How could we ever know?Harvard University has

NYAO, Ep: 081 – 5 Styles of Leadership

Jan 28th, 2022 49m 34s

Ever wonder what kind of leader you are? Does it match your personality? Are there instances when you have to shift from one style to the next depending on the environment? Now you can find out!This week, the team tackles the 5 styles of leade

NYAO, Ep: 080 – Q&A #6

Jan 21st, 2022 52m 10s

This week, the boys are doing some Q&A for the listeners. What do you want your legacy to be? More pointedly, what impact do you think your existence will have after you’ve physically passed on. All three responses were unique in their emergenc

NYAO, Ep: 079 – A Warriors Wife: April’s Story

Jan 13th, 2022 1h 2m

This week, the boys were fortunate enough to sit down with Elliot’s wife, April (from Episode 78 – The Legacy of Adam) and talk about the most unspoken tenant in the life cycle of the battle with P.T.S.D.; the sojourn of the spouse in this palp

NYAO, Ep: 078 – The Legacy of Adam

Jan 7th, 2022 1h 27m

What a way to start off 2022! In our first episode of the new year, we welcome our special guest, friend and fellow Marine Corp veteran, Adam Elliott to the show.With many people stating that the new year is an opportunity to become a better

NYAO, Ep: 077 – 2021 in Review

Dec 31st, 2021 1h 6m

Happy New Year!!!(Already?! -Or- “About time?!”)In our final show of the year, the team takes the time to discuss, assess, and remember 2021 for what it meant to each of them. From personal triumphs and career changes, to hardship and the eff

NYAO, Ep: 076 – A Slainte’ Claus Christmas

Dec 24th, 2021 58m 54s

Merry Christmas everyone! We at NYAO wish you all the best for a season filled with love, caring, gratefulness, and memory making with those who we truly care about and the strangers we encounter along the way.This week, the team decided to ha

NYAO, Ep: 075 – Interviewing Preparation

Dec 16th, 2021 59m 20s

It’s daunting. It can be intimidating. It can mean the first step of a dream or the first setback along your journey. Either way, job interviews can be labeled many things, but the primary goal should never be to ignore your preparation for the

NYAO, EP: 074 – The Importance of Mindset

Dec 12th, 2021 1h 8m

This week we are special guests on The Decision Hour Podcast with our friend Mr. Adam Bird to discuss The Importance of Mindset. (TheDecisionHour.com)We are forced to make Decisions in our lives every day. We are faced with situations that we

NYAO, Ep: 073 – OODA Loop

Dec 1st, 2021 56m 1s

Have you ever considered using a technique or framework to solve a critical task a lot more effectively? The boys discussed a famed technique called the OODA Loop invented by a legendary United States Airforce fighter pilot John Boyd. OODA is a

NYAO, Ep: 072 – Standing Your Ground

Nov 23rd, 2021 54m 54s

Have you ever had an instance where you know you are fundamentally right, but every one around you is trying to convince you otherwise? They make you question everything in that moment, but you still can reference back to some sort of solid pil

NYAO, Ep: 071 – Thank you for your Service

Nov 16th, 2021 49m 41s

“Thank you for your Service”What do you want it to mean?“I’m appreciative of you being a volunteer and sacrificing yourself for our country”?What does it possibly mean to a veteran that has:-Immense stress-Experienced worst of

NYAO, Ep: 070 – Reigniting Passion

Nov 11th, 2021 51m 14s

The boys had the immense privilege of hosting Tony Imbarlina Sr. as he decided to do an impromptu join in! This episode centers around practices, life hacks, and theories to try out when you’re having a hard time fueling your passion. Each delv

NYAO, Ep: 069 – Identity – who are you, really?

Nov 4th, 2021 56m

Identity.How do you think of yourself? How do you introduce yourself? Who are you underneath it all? When elite professionals like military special forces, pilots, athletes move on in life, many face a crisis of identity. The same thing occurs

NYAO, Ep: 068 – Belief-The truth or a perception?

Oct 27th, 2021 55m 39s

“Have you ever noticed the people that drive slower than you are idiots and those who drive faster than you are maniacs?”– Comedian George CarlinIs there truth behind this? Do we think we are always in the right and everyone else is in a degr

NYAO, Ep: 067 – Men mentoring Women

Oct 20th, 2021 1h 3m

In ancient Greece, famous Goddess Athena was known to take the form of a man to mentor Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, and converse about power, wisdom, and direction to become successful. The focal point of the story displays that in fact th

NYAO_Ep: 066 – Dead Reckoning

Oct 14th, 2021 57m 2s

Have you ever had a point in your life where you felt completely lost? That you are in a position where you don’t know exactly where you are, but know where you want to go? Of course you have!In global navigation, we can use what is called “de