Lou Holtz
May 8, 2025
In this impactful episode, Coach Lou Holtz welcomes Chad Robichaux—Force Recon Marine veteran, author, and founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation—for a candid conversation about service, sacrifice, and the values America must reclaim. Chad recounts his harrowing combat experience, including his leadership in the evacuation of over 17,000 allies during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
He opens up about his personal battle with PTSD, the life-changing moment that brought him to faith, and how those trials led to a new mission: empowering veterans to find healing and hope. Through his national outreach ministry and global humanitarian work—including missions in Ukraine with his son—Chad demonstrates the power of living a life dedicated to something greater than oneself.
Coach Holtz and Chad discuss the urgent cultural crossroads America faces, highlighting the importance of faith, character, and accountability in restoring the nation’s foundation. This heartfelt discussion offers listeners a powerful reminder that with courage, conviction, and compassion, we can lead our country back to greatness.