2200TAPS Podcast

Hold on to your seats as we bring to you one hell of an episode y'all!

We were blessed to have Lakeydra Houston, USAF (Ret.) on the show and dude...she brought it something fierce! The amount of vulnerability this incredible woman brought to the table was rock star status!!

Lakeydra's story is gut wrenching yet beautiful. A woman who at the tender age of 6 experienced her first sexual assault for years at home. In her personal journey to escape it, she experienced it yet again within her first 6 months as a new Airman in the U.S. Air Force.

After sharing her story with one of her recruits that ultimately saved that recruits life, she is on a mission to continue to  help make the changes the Military needs in order to help save others.

If you're a higher up or someone in a leadership position, I would encourage you to listen to this!

Thank you Lakeydra for your story. Let's go move mountains sister!!

Connect with Lakeydra Houston:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakeydrahouston/
Instagram Handle @_mskeys

Music: "Mirror Mirror" by As Strange As Angels

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Kicking off our very first show of 2024 is none other than the Queen G herself from the Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast, Glena! *Special thanks to Courtney and Tezra for coming on as well <3

Join us as she shares her experience with us. Reminder, this one is very explicit and can be triggering on many levels so please be mindful and police those little ears.

She is our final guest of the amazing trio that we had the honor of having on our show! The ladies of Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast brought their stories to us one by one and we are over the moon thrilled to have Glena in the hot seat to close us out!!

Connect with ladies of Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast:
Instagram Handle @bad_bitch_vibes_podcast

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

What a wild ride it's been with the three ladies from Bad Bitch Vibes and we're barely into part 2 of this 3 part series.

Join us as we sit with Tezra, another amazing woman from this wild crew. Tezra brought a very different but much needed story that I don't think we've had just yet on this show. She definitely took us for a ride and we are just honored that she shared it ALL with us so that you can have a few takeaways on what worked and what didn't. 

The beautiful thing about our guests is we don't really know which direction they're going to take us until we hit record. Other than asking them what their not ready to talk about, they just grab us by the hand and take us on one hell of a ride. All 3 of these women have done just that and more. We hope you enjoy this series just as much as we did!

Connect with ladies of Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast:
Instagram Handle @bad_bitch_vibes_podcast

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Do we have an episode for you! 3 episodes actually!!

Join us as we sit down with Courtney, co-host from the of Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast. Their show is hosted by Courtney, Tezra and Glena and together they feature candid conversations through their own stories, struggles, and successes with unapologetic honesty and vulnerability. I was even lucky enough to be on their show as a guest telling my very own story. We had a lot of laughs and hard moments showcasing just what all Courtney went through before finding the women she was meant to be! Humbling moments all around to say the least!!

We absolutely love these women and are beyond stoked to be bringing you back to back to back episodes featuring all of them. Enjoy!!

Connect with ladies of Bad Bitch Vibes Podcast:
Instagram Handle @bad_bitch_vibes_podcast

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Do we have a killer episode for you!!

We want to caution you that a lot of what this episode contains is very explicit content about Ambers story as a Combat Medic and Mother. Police those little ears as always and if you're ready to rock and roll, we encourage you to listen to the entire episode.

I met Amber while in Ireland this past summer while attending a music healing camp with our friends with Operation Rock The Troops. What a beautiful and life changing experience for so many of us. We can't wait for the documentary to be released but until then, we hope you can get a little insight of what we did as we sit down with Amber and relived a bit of it. She is small but mighty and we lover her dearly here in the states.

Thank you all for your continued support around our mission and guests. They bring it every time and Ambers story is no different. We are honored to know this woman and can't wait for her to visit the great state of Texas! We hope you enjoy!!

Connect with Amber:
Instagram Handle @warrior_bambie_gh

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Do we have a wild ride for you! As always, we want to encourage you to police little ears that might be around so that you don't tip them over and most of all kick our ass!!

Now that the disclaimer is out of the way...join us as we sit down with this next guest who completely wrecked us during the interview. Aleha Ingle is a retired U.S. Air Force Veteran with one hell of a story. Our hearts broke as she bravely shared her story with us but man did it ever feel good learning how she's been able to take her trauma and turn it into something better! We hope you enjoy this one just as much as we did!!

Connect with Aleha Ingle:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alehaingle/

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Join us as we sit down with our dear friend Kate who is a Retired Kansas City Police Officer. She definitely took us down a rabbit hole before we could even get to her story, and we are here for it! Lol.

On a serious note, Kate shares her story with us about how her and her then partner got ambushed while on patrol, leaving her with a TBI and more. Thankfully, Kate is still with us here today leaving her free-spirited footprint in the wake of all of us who are blessed to know her.

Thank you, Kate, for damn near making me piss myself during this interview. We hope you all enjoy a good laugh and a ton of hope from this adaptive warrior's story!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Contact Kate on Instagram at:
@adaptivewarriorkc

Resources:

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

Iron Adaptive
https://www.ironadaptive.org/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

I am so stoked to bring our next couple of guests in this one of a kind interview. We interviewed one of our brother in arms, Tom Cruz for Episode 56 and now, we have the honor to have both his wife Heather and 10 year old Holden on the show.

I am personally grateful that little man gave us his time to share with us how he helps his dad out when he sees his PTSD kick in. I am also equally grateful for Heather as she spilled so much wisdom and golden nuggets to help wrap up these back to back interviews in one hell of a bow.

Thank you all for listening in on these stories as our guests continue to bring it every time. Forever grateful!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Contact Heather:
HeatherCruz1975@yahoo.com

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Hold on to your Podcasting seats as we sit down with Retired U.S. Army First Sergeant, Tom Cruz.

I interviewed Tom without knowing the entire backstory of who he is today and that is so polar opposite on how I interview my guests. I was approached by multiple people that we needed to get him on the show asap and after hearing his story with this interview, I now see why.

We hope you enjoy everything Tom has to share because next up...we've got Toms Wife and young son on the next episode. What a gift?!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Resources:

Merging Vets and Players
https://vetsandplayers.org/

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Join us as we sit down with Kansas City Police Officer Tyler Moss. Tyler sustained a severe head injury after he was shot in the line of duty leaving him in a very touch and go situation in the hospital. Through God's grace and many prayers, he survived the incident. Tyler came to us about sharing his story and boy are we so honored and blessed that he did.

We want to caution you that some of this content is hard to hear, BUT, we want to encourage you to keep listening to find out just how this man has been able to come out on the other side. We love him and we know you will too!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Resources:

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

Makayla Noble
https://makaylanoble.com/

Iron Adaptive
https://www.ironadaptive.org/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

CBD...

Join us as we sit with Victor Mikhailovsky (Owner | Co-Founder) of Organic Grit™. Victor and his team are shaking the CBD industry by keeping it simple. This Veteran owned company has a unique mission that all stemmed from a Combat Veteran. Per their website, " The essence of Organic Grit is: community. All CBD products that Organic Grit sells serves as a vehicle in producing a positive impact in the veteran community. 20% of every CBD product sold is donated to vetted nonprofit organizations (501(c)’s) doing selfless and outstanding work in our U.S. Veteran community".

Now that we've got all that out of the way, we hope you enjoy this fun little episode of a resource we hope you find fits your needs. Thank you Victor for coming on the show and being one of the coolest owners ever!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Get connected with the gang at Organic Grit™

https://www.organicgrit.com/

https://www.instagram.com/organicgrit/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Y'all...you guys are in for a special treat so hold onto your seats. Tune in now to find out how Sgt. Michael Sugrue (Ret.) overcame his police trauma and why it's now his mission to help smash the stigma!!

His book "RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma" is not only a #1 best seller on Amazon, but spouses, parents and so many other folks related to first responders and or Military Veterans can't seem to put this book down. The reviews speak for themselves and I myself can't put this book down. Michael and Shauna "Doc" Springer, Ph. D. have cultivated in my opinion the perfect professional marriage to help so many who don't know who or where to turn. Thank you Michael for gifting us one of the best stories a man of your caliber can tell. You have a fan in me and so many others.

Order your copy now on Amazon and please share this incredible interview with those who just might need to hear it.

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Resources:

Relentless Courage: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma Book- https://www.amazon.com/RELENTLESS-COURAGE-Winning-Against-Frontline/dp/1736824414

Follow Sgt. Michael Sugrue (Ret.)
https://www.instagram.com/sergeant_michael_sugrue_/

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Fun Fact...

I was connected to Cassie Sexton by the amazing "Raspy Dispatcher" herself, Ashley V. Cassie's story was one that resinated a ton with me.  A lot of similarities in a lot of ways which left my jaw dropping for most of it.

Join us as she shares her stories from her perspective as a Law Enforcement Dispatcher and why she chose to dive back into helping first responders struggling with mental health issues. Hold on tight because the vulnerability in this episode is insanely epic! Thank you Cassie for your time and heart.

Make sure to click on the link below if you feel you need to reach out to her for help or guidance in this journey we call life. You're worth it!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Contact Cassie:
https://linktr.ee/cassiesexton?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=8e64115d-932f-4d02-9b3f-a161477512a2

Resources:
First Responder Wellness
https://www.firstresponder-wellness.com/

Ashley "The Raspy Dispatcher"
https://www.theraspydispatcher.com/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Join us as we sit down with former Miss Waco as we discuss how she lost her leg rendering aid to children. She has a heart of gold and will continue to do whatever it takes to defy all odds.

I had the absolute honor to be one of her support trainers as she went through her Redefine program with the Adaptive Training Program. She never let up and left it all on the turf. Now, she is training for the 2026 Paralympic Games for snowboarding. I'm telling you, her story is just getting started and you don't want to miss this episode.

To get connected with a few of the organizations she and I talk about in this episode, make sure to follow the links below. As always, thank you for your continued support!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Resources:

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

National Ability Center
https://discovernac.org/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

What's UPPPPPPP everyone?

Join me for a quick update on a lot of things that have been happening behind the scenes, what I've been doing for my own mental health and more. Yeah...my therapist called me out on some things I'm not proud of BUT...I'll share what it was all about on this fun and different kind of episode.

With that, we hope you stay tuned for all the amazing things that we are working towards because if I'm being honest, I'm scared shitless. However, I'm learning to use that fear to do some pretty wild things for this mission and you guys.

Also, please make sure to get connected some of the resources I've recommended or use personally to see if they'd be a good for for you and your loved ones. Link below to all the good stuff!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Resources:

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

Heroes Ranch
https://heroesranch.com/

One Tribe Foundation
https://1tribefoundation.org/

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

One thing I love about NOT having a scripted show is that you just never know what a guest will drop on you...even when you think you know them.

Join us as we have the absolute privilege to sit down with our next guest Maria as she shares with us a few stories that left us in tears.

She shares her stories with hope that someone could benefit from them and of course, we give people like her a platform to share them with hopes that we can help save lives.

Thank you Maria for opening up your heart and showing us all what vulnerability looks like, but most importantly how hope is 100% possible!!

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

So we had the privilege to sit down with our friends of the Ladies Talk Podcast and what an interview it was. Not only have we known these incredible ladies for years, but I personally got to witness their family dynamic shift into something better once they all gave themselves an honest shot to do different.

Join us as we sit down as talk about their stories, their incredible faith and what all Ladies Talk is all about. All I can say is that these women are on fire for God and although you or someone you know aren't believers, that's ok. Listen as we talk through it all on this special episode!

Thank you Bonnie and Cretia Jo for coming on and sharing your journey with us all!

Check out their Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCx47Bx1hoKgGdhJ2NHeK?si=3142977a1c5749c9

Get Connected with the ladies of Ladies Talk:

Cretia Jo
https://www.facebook.com/lucretia.rodriguez

Bonnie Rodriguez
https://www.facebook.com/bonnie.rodriguez.165

Music: "Hole In My Heart" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

Join us as we sit down with our brother in arms and Medically Retired Army Major, Eric King. Eric served 3 tours over seas, fought his own battles and is now the founder of VetsWhatsNext, a 501c3 that helps Veterans with a smoother transition back into the civilian world by providing information that is easy to digest and understand all in a centralized location!

We hope you listen in on this awesome episode. We had a lot of fun talking about their mission and giving one of our brothers a lot of crap for continuously kicking both our asses in the gym. :)  Thank you Eric for your passion and heart!!

Get connected:

VetsWhatsNext
https://www.vetswhatsnext.org/

King's Coffee
https://kingscoffee.io/

Adaptive Training Foundation
https://www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org/

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast

We had the opportunity to interview our friends at Valor Ranch here in Texas to help share their Mission. Their mission is to "Passionately empowering our nation’s SHEROES to write the rest of their story. Valor Ranch focuses on a holistic approach to empower our nation’s female veterans".

You're going to absolutely love their hearts when you hear their WHY and what they did for us here at 2200TAPS. Forever grateful and honored to help put their mission out into the universe for all to hear.

All resources we spoke about below so please, get connected! :)

Valor Ranch | https://valorranchtx.org/
Servolution Network-Azle | www.servolutionnetwork.org
Veterans Produce | www.veteransproduce.org
US Spyder Ryders | http://www.usspyderryders.com/
ATF | www.adaptivetrainingfoundation.org
Carry The Load w/VR | www.carrytheload.org/valorranch
Carry The Load  | www.carrytheload.org

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

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Link to be on the show:
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You know what's cool, is when you start hearing stories from those on the inside who are willing to share some of the madness that only those involved really know. When I first heard Randy's story, my jaw hit the floor more than once. To be honest, it's probably still on the floor.

Join us as we sit down with Randy as he shares with us how he has taken his traumas, tragedies and headaches he endured as a police officer and turned it into a much needed resource for inured/disabled police officers.

Get ready for an amazing episode and special thanks to Randy Sutton for being on. We appreciate all that you do!

Get connected:
https://thewoundedblue.org/

Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

Find us on all major streaming platforms or connect with us if you're ready to share your story.

Link to be on the show:
https://2200taps.com/podcast