The Non-Standard Podcast

Manuel Lamson

Leadership traits and stories from young and experienced leaders in their community's. Focused primarily on military leadership and growth.  Episodes will cover a leadership philosophy, discuss leadership traits, leadership stories, and tools to help with developing leadership skills. Which will include book reviews and other podcast to learn from.  

  1. Episode 78: Scott Lackey-Wake up to die again

    May 9

    Episode 78: Scott Lackey-Wake up to die again

    Send us Fan Mail Scott is an amazing man!! Father, husband, military vet, Ironman, author, inventor, you name it. He has worked in it. It goes to show you are only limited by you. If you want to achieve what you think you cant, you have to start.  The highlight of this episode is the release of his book Wake up to die again and if you want to know more about Scott or get his book his website is: https://scottlackey.com/ Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    1 hr
  2. Episode 77: Leadership Follow up with Everydayrespoder Justin McCartney

    Apr 23

    Episode 77: Leadership Follow up with Everydayrespoder Justin McCartney

    Send us Fan Mail On this follow up Justin and I reflect on the books we have read, his current coaching, and how we have managed some up and does since the last time we spoke.  Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    42 min
  3. Episode 76: ENS Will Willhite Navy OCS and earning your flight suit

    Apr 13

    Episode 76: ENS Will Willhite Navy OCS and earning your flight suit

    Send us Fan Mail On this follow up episode with Will, if you haven't listed to the first that is episode 23. Will goes over his journey through Navy OCS and his current status in pilot school. Topics we Cover: How easy it is to quit Having a strong WHY Earn your flight suit Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    58 min
  4. Episode 75: Nathan Atkins and the Twelfth Habits System

    Mar 2

    Episode 75: Nathan Atkins and the Twelfth Habits System

    Send us Fan Mail Nathan is an Army is a combat veteran, entrepreneur, and former corporate executive. After serving with the elite 101st Airborne Division, he led sales strategy for major organizations, including AT&T and CenturyLink. As the entrepreneur who introduced Orangetheory Fitness to the Las Vegas market, Nathan combines military precision with entrepreneurial vision to help others unlock their potential. He is the creator of the Twelfth Habits System™, a structured framework for sustainable high performance.  We talk about: Grit Feedback aka AAR Failure and more His book is his book  which can be found on his IG https://www.instagram.com/twelfthhabits?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    1h 13m
  5. Episode 74: USAF Vocalist Sam Saxton You Cant Push Rope

    Feb 23

    Episode 74: USAF Vocalist Sam Saxton You Cant Push Rope

    Send us Fan Mail Sam Saxton is 41yrs old and an A1C in the Air Force as a Vocalist in the band. Hear about his journey before the military and why he joined and what his goals are. We talk about: Transparency Suffering comes from over perception of reality  Fail You cant push rope Follow Sam on his Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@sam.saxton0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc His Book is the Bible which we should all have mine is Super communicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection https://a.co/d/07q7Ms8K Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    1h 14m
  6. Episode 73: NYPD Jason Lacayo, Culture is relationships

    Jan 26

    Episode 73: NYPD Jason Lacayo, Culture is relationships

    Send us Fan Mail Jason Lacayo is a law enforcement professional with over a decade of tactical experience. He served two years with the New York City Police Department, including time assigned to Operation Impact, where he worked high-crime zones focused on violence reduction and proactive policing. He later went on to serve 10 years as a SWAT officer, operating in high-risk environments that demanded discipline, teamwork, and sound decision-making under pressure. Jason now uses his experience to speak on leadership, resilience, mental health, and life beyond the badge. We discuss: Morning routine Leading by example Selfish to be selfless Convenient amnesia  relationships are not easy You can reach out and follow Jason at IG: Therealjumpmanjay His Book: Extreme Ownership https://a.co/d/9Q2MQBs My Book: Time Magic https://a.co/d/6bKojd8 Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    1h 4m
  7. Episode 72: Leadership follow up with SFC Colomba

    12/28/2025

    Episode 72: Leadership follow up with SFC Colomba

    Send us Fan Mail The first follow up episode with a guest on the show. Let me know what you think. This is a work in progress but the intent is to see how they are doing now and check in with what we got next Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    1 hr
  8. Episode 71: USAF Lt Dominion Etsegbe, Fight for Yourself

    12/09/2025

    Episode 71: USAF Lt Dominion Etsegbe, Fight for Yourself

    Send us Fan Mail If you want something, you have to go for it. It will not just be set on your lap. Dominion and I wanted to become an officer. We did not have the path laid out, we went out and laid the path. Ohhh I like that!! Another social media Tik Tok connection and they keep getting better. Leadership lessons we discuss: Transparency  Lead by example Leadership is going to change you Don't do it alone You can reach Dominion on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/dominionworld_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/manny-lamson-ms-usaw-931239211 If you want help or education on health and wellness as you want to grow into a better leader you can join Team Non-Standard Facebook Skool group today!! https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fteam-non-standard-9576%2Fabout%3Fref%3D3117919e9dcd4aad9ba693d342ed56be%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOWJpQVdkdlowTEhFcW80MHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Ji2NYdirK1L63Q1hNWsi7sKvE_HKhPOU7j4WbRedaniyVIujMd409IbDJ_A_aem_KjfLMGSeY6SA-rEQ8AwFlg&h=AT007KORnHdqR3X2FUS0txiu-6wGUlNVvDFY51GjQZNGOz5o17O3Kk7AjnRTvpLVZRB4J1YGpPaRVP0j9fuA9C6Lox75qGNysNY0mnKJkJMbuQps9bSTYGTyyNn3c7jzJWAKSg8UWVjNltnacHh39wkXweKqcQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2jVBRML4YIMkVylVZN9Po9uZbRblG8oW1556a9bQ3m0zNw7rk6kIrWWKULXomXBHHhTuDejRYb9S-XtiIb1aHkATGgmjmi6y8Pv-WIFd59SJBDscRm0vGvqnM0Q8CUm5mOvOSE2kUNCnAszKvq6S5B0-OFdEeCH1Hmb3yFARvxdalLVx2fpoKAxJK4AZkeTk9oTHfyxW-HgvliokPMl2dqdr1m3Db67VJSAww56J3xGqRaPQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Fir8A0jHQISQLQA0x5ZW9?si=f9945a02e7b14327 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-non-standard-podcast/id1724039165 YouTube Shorts: https...

    51 min
5
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11 Ratings

About

Leadership traits and stories from young and experienced leaders in their community's. Focused primarily on military leadership and growth.  Episodes will cover a leadership philosophy, discuss leadership traits, leadership stories, and tools to help with developing leadership skills. Which will include book reviews and other podcast to learn from.  

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