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Ep 533: From Thunderbird to Trailblazer: "Max Afterburner" on Purpose & Grit

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Aaron sits down with Ryan “Max Afterburner” Bodenheimer—Strike Eagle pilot, Thunderbird #2, and one of the most grounded high-performers to ever touch a flight line. They dive into mentorship, resilience, building real confidence, finding purpose after the military, and why today’s warriors need challenge—not comfort. Max opens up about beating burnout, rediscovering joy in the job, and how the fighter-pilot mindset can lift anyone chasing excellence. If you're looking for clarity, motivation, and a push toward your best self, this is the one.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – The life-changing “You made the team” phone call
06:30 – Why community and culture matter more than rank
13:50 – First solo moments in the Strike Eagle
20:40 – Fighting burnout and finding purpose again
27:00 – Getting selected by being yourself—not a robot
34:20 – Call signs, morale, and bringing fun back to the force
42:55 – The American spirit and why challenge makes us better
55:10 – Veterans, identity, and building your next chapter
01:06:00 – Max’s best advice for anyone starting the climb

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Aaron sits down with Ryan “Max Afterburner” Bodenheimer—Strike Eagle pilot, Thunderbird #2, and one of the most grounded high-performers to ever touch a flight line. They dive into mentorship, resilience, building real confidence, finding purpose after the military, and why today’s warriors need challenge—not comfort. Max opens up about beating burnout, rediscovering joy in the job, and how the fighter-pilot mindset can lift anyone chasing excellence. If you're looking for clarity, motivation, and a push toward your best self, this is the one.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – The life-changing “You made the team” phone call
06:30 – Why community and culture matter more than rank
13:50 – First solo moments in the Strike Eagle
20:40 – Fighting burnout and finding purpose again
27:00 – Getting selected by being yourself—not a robot
34:20 – Call signs, morale, and bringing fun back to the force
42:55 – The American spirit and why challenge makes us better
55:10 – Veterans, identity, and building your next chapter
01:06:00 – Max’s best advice for anyone starting the climb

🎯 CALL-TO-ACTIONS:
👍 Like the episode
🔔 Subscribe and stay ready
💬 Comment with your biggest takeaway
🌟 Leave a review to support the mission
🪖 Join the Ones Ready Membership
👕 Grab merch and rep the team

Support the show

Join this channel to get access to perks: HERE
Buzzsprout Subscription page: HERE

Register for our Operator Training Summit: OperatorTrainingSummit.com
Collabs:
Ones Ready - OnesReady.com
18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY
ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete
Danger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY
DFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY
Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY
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