Ep 533: From Thunderbird to Trailblazer: "Max Afterburner" on Purpose & Grit
November 28, 2025
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Episode 533 · November 28, 2025
Ep 533: From Thunderbird to Trailblazer: "Max Afterburner" on Purpose & Grit
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Ep 533: From Thunderbird to Trailblazer: "Max Afterburner" on Purpose & Grit
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Send us Fan Mail 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 cl...
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