<![CDATA[Boots, Beans, and Business]]>Boots, Beans, and Business! Brew up a fresh cup and join us for “Boots, Bans, and Business”—the podcast where authentic stories, veteran grit, small business hustle, and the love of coffee all blend together. Hosted by Marine veteran and Combat Coffee Bean founder Dave, each episode dives into the journeys of veterans and entrepreneurs, explores the ups and downs of running a small business, and celebrates the world’s favorite caffeinated beverage. From inspiring interviews with service members and business owners to deep dives into coffee culture, brewing tips, this show is your go-to for real talk, community, and a daily dose of motivation. Whether you’re a fellow veteran, a coffee fanatic, or a small business dreamer, pull up a chair—there’s always room at our table. Coffee with a mission, and every story is worth sharing! Plus, every cup you enjoy helps support the 1 Veteran Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to training service dogs for veterans with PTSD.

]]>www.combatcoffeebean.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:16:16 GMTFri, 29 Aug 2025 20:58:19 GMT60Dave Rafus<p>Boots, Beans, and Business! Brew up a fresh cup and join us for “Boots, Bans, and Business”—the podcast where authentic stories, veteran grit, small business hustle, and the love of coffee all blend together. Hosted by Marine veteran and Combat Coffee Bean founder Dave, each episode dives into the journeys of veterans and entrepreneurs, explores the ups and downs of running a small business, and celebrates the world’s favorite caffeinated beverage. From inspiring interviews with service members and business owners to deep dives into coffee culture, brewing tips, this show is your go-to for real talk, community, and a daily dose of motivation. Whether you’re a fellow veteran, a coffee fanatic, or a small business dreamer, pull up a chair—there’s always room at our table. Coffee with a mission, and every story is worth sharing! Plus, every cup you enjoy helps support the 1 Veteran Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to training service dogs for veterans with PTSD.</p>episodicDave Rafusinfo@combatcoffeebean.comno<![CDATA[Entrepreneur, Intrapreneur, and Employee]]>The Bottom Line:

The entrepreneur builds the business.

The intrapreneur finds ways to improve and grow the business.

The employee helps keep the business running and delivers results.

Successful businesses need people who are willing to take ownership, solve problems, and work toward a common goal.

Small Business. Big Standards.

www.davidrafus.com

]]>02c22d03-2efe-4a62-8a64-630a08b5b9baTue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p><b><strong>The Bottom Line:</strong></b></p><p>The <b><strong>entrepreneur</strong></b> builds the business.</p><p>The <b><strong>intrapreneur</strong></b> finds ways to improve and grow the business.</p><p>The<b><strong> employee</strong></b> helps keep the business running and delivers results.</p><p>Successful businesses need people who are willing to take ownership, solve problems, and work toward a common goal.</p><p>Small Business. Big Standards.</p><p><a href="https://www.davidrafus.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">www.davidrafus.com</a></p>no00:05:4520Entrepreneur, Intrapreneur, and Employeefull<![CDATA[From Idea to Income]]>You're a leader from day one. Do you know how you lead?

Most people with a business idea never make a dime from it. Not because the idea was bad, but because nobody gave them a plain path to follow.

In this episode of Boots, Beans, and Business, I'm breaking down the three big ideas behind my new book, From Idea to Income: A Practical Guide for First-Time Small Business Owners: building a real foundation and business mindset, figuring out your leadership style, and why you shouldn't be afraid of AI in your small business.

If you've got an idea and don't know where to start, or you started and you're stuck, this one's for you.

From Idea to Income is available now on davidrafus.com and Amazon

Look by book name or Author Name

]]>d3f66d2a-b491-4164-94f1-8e9f8d68cb1dTue, 13 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>You're a leader from day one. Do you know how you lead?</p><p>Most people with a business idea never make a dime from it. Not because the idea was bad, but because nobody gave them a plain path to follow.</p><p>In this episode of Boots, Beans, and Business, I'm breaking down the three big ideas behind my new book, <i><em>From Idea to Income: A Practical Guide for First-Time Small Business Owners</em></i>: building a real foundation and business mindset, figuring out your leadership style, and why you shouldn't be afraid of AI in your small business.</p><p>If you've got an idea and don't know where to start, or you started and you're stuck, this one's for you.</p><p><i><em>From Idea to Income</em></i> is available now on <a href="https://davidrafus.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">davidrafus.com</a> and <a href="https://Amazon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Amazon</a></p><p>Look by book name or Author Name</p>no00:09:3119From Idea to Incomefull<![CDATA[The Importance of In-Person Networking]]>Your next business opportunity could start with a handshake.

Join Dave on Boots, Beans, and Business for a conversation about the value of in-person networking. Discover how showing up, listening, and building real relationships can open doors for your small business. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in!

www.davidrafus.com

]]>48dddd52-67e3-4193-9692-4296fff96cbaTue, 06 Oct 2026 18:04:42 GMT<p>Your next business opportunity could start with a handshake.</p><p>Join Dave on <b><strong>Boots, Beans, and Business</strong></b> for a conversation about the value of in-person networking. Discover how showing up, listening, and building real relationships can open doors for your small business. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in!</p><p>www.davidrafus.com</p>no00:11:5218The Importance of In-Person Networkingfull<![CDATA[The Value of a Service Dog]]>The Value of Service Dogs for Veterans
  • A service dog is more than a companion—it becomes a trusted teammate.
  • Service dogs can help veterans with PTSD by:
    • Interrupting nightmares and panic attacks
    • Recognizing anxiety before it becomes overwhelming
    • Creating space in crowded places
    • Providing comfort and a sense of security
    • Helping veterans feel confident leaving their homes
  • They can help veterans rebuild trust, independence, and daily routines.
  • The dog doesn’t erase the veteran’s past—it helps them move forward.
  • Through the 1 Veteran Foundation, I’ve seen veterans begin to reconnect with their families, communities, and themselves.
  • Healing doesn’t always happen quickly. Sometimes it begins with four paws walking beside you.
  • Asking for help is not weakness. Sometimes strength means accepting a new teammate.
  • A service dog may not change yesterday, but together, they can build a better tomorrow.
]]>f5c8737c-19fa-4e3a-822a-9a236839aa83Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT<h2>The Value of Service Dogs for Veterans</h2><ul><li>A service dog is more than a companion—it becomes a trusted teammate.</li><li>Service dogs can help veterans with PTSD by:<ul><li>Interrupting nightmares and panic attacks</li><li>Recognizing anxiety before it becomes overwhelming</li><li>Creating space in crowded places</li><li>Providing comfort and a sense of security</li><li>Helping veterans feel confident leaving their homes</li></ul></li><li>They can help veterans rebuild trust, independence, and daily routines.</li><li>The dog doesn’t erase the veteran’s past—it helps them move forward.</li><li>Through the 1 Veteran Foundation, I’ve seen veterans begin to reconnect with their families, communities, and themselves.</li><li>Healing doesn’t always happen quickly. Sometimes it begins with four paws walking beside you.</li><li>Asking for help is not weakness. Sometimes strength means accepting a new teammate.</li><li>A service dog may not change yesterday, but together, they can build a better tomorrow.</li></ul>no00:10:0517The Value of a Service Dogfull<![CDATA["AI Should Support Your Business"]]>“AI should support your business—not replace the human side of it.”

Save time on repetitive tasks, Research options and brainstorm solutions, AI can make mistakes, Owners still need to review everything.

Judgment, relationships, experience, and accountability remain human responsibilities.

]]>a0bd1ee5-ac61-46f6-9ee0-b329a79ca608Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>“AI should support your business—not replace the human side of it.”</p><p></p><p>Save time on repetitive tasks, Research options and brainstorm solutions, AI can make mistakes, Owners still need to review everything.</p><p>Judgment, relationships, experience, and accountability remain human responsibilities.</p>no00:14:1716"AI Should Support Your Business"full<![CDATA[Hire A Veteran]]>Most military personal leave the service with a strong set of transferable skills, but one of the biggest challenges is learning how to describe those skills in civilian or small business language.

Skills like: Leadership, Discipline, Teamwork, Commination, and so much more...

]]>120fbb95-53aa-45bc-bb0c-a53d4c2ec588Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>Most military personal leave the service with a strong set of transferable skills, but one of the biggest challenges is learning how to describe those skills in civilian or small business language.</p><p></p><p>Skills like: Leadership, Discipline, Teamwork, Commination, and so much more...</p>no00:08:3615Hire A Veteranfull<![CDATA[Strengths & Weaknesses]]>I wanted to talk today a little bit about if you're gonna go into business. So, one of the things you really need to do is you need to think about doing a self-checkup.

]]>2c45ce6e-a12b-48a4-b801-2885e66e5075Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT<p>I wanted to talk today a little bit about if you're gonna go into business. So, one of the things you really need to do is you need to think about doing a self-checkup.</p>no00:12:1214Strengths & Weaknessesfull<![CDATA[Interview With KVOI 1030 AM]]>Interview with KVOI 1030 Am talking about Coffee Tariffs and the 1 Veteran Foundation

]]>2924f9b4-3678-431b-8ff8-1399e0ac91f0Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>Interview with KVOI 1030 Am talking about Coffee Tariffs and the 1 Veteran Foundation</p>no00:07:0613Interview With KVOI 1030 AMfull<![CDATA[Insite about the Air Force Academy ]]>Today we talk with LTC. John Thayer about his time in the AF Academy and life after the service.

]]>aa466025-99cc-4346-9ae2-18705bb82559Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>Today we talk with LTC. John Thayer about his time in the AF Academy and life after the service.</p>no00:47:5912Insite about the Air Force Academy full<![CDATA[Spacecoast Mobile Jiu-Jitsu W/ Michael Cragholm]]>Today we had the pleasure of talking with Michael Cragholm the founder of Spacecoast Mobile Jiu-Jitsu and Grappl App as well as a United States Marine.

You can follow him at:

www.spacecoastmobilejiujitsu.com

grapplapp.io

Mobile Jiu Jitsu TV on Youtube

]]>2284cde9-e788-4e85-b0a4-6543d1b27d5fTue, 20 Jan 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>Today we had the pleasure of talking with Michael Cragholm the founder of Spacecoast Mobile Jiu-Jitsu and Grappl App as well as a United States Marine.</p><p>You can follow him at:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.spacecoastmobilejiujitsu.com" target="_blank">www.spacecoastmobilejiujitsu.com</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://grapplapp.io" target="_blank">grapplapp.io</a></p><p>Mobile Jiu Jitsu TV on Youtube</p>yes00:37:0411Spacecoast Mobile Jiu-Jitsu W/ Michael Cragholmfull<![CDATA[Interview with Ted Maxwell Update]]>A great conversation with Ted Maxwell updates about what is happening with the 1 Veteran Foundation and the Combat Coffee Bean

]]>50f325e6-e71f-4d98-8328-0dcd13f47728Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>A great conversation with Ted Maxwell updates about what is happening with the 1 Veteran Foundation and the Combat Coffee Bean</p>no00:12:1610Interview with Ted Maxwell Updatefull<![CDATA[Interview with Toby Mathis about Non-Profits]]>Toby and I sit down and talk about filling the community needs by starting a non profit. One voice can make a difference.

]]>aa5e75cc-4963-483b-aade-27a6b7a4f441Sun, 04 Jan 2026 04:49:51 GMT<p>Toby and I sit down and talk about filling the community needs by starting a non profit. One voice can make a difference.</p>no00:34:289Interview with Toby Mathis about Non-Profitsfull<![CDATA[Getting Involved]]>Getting involved in your community

]]>3ac01c8d-7390-4cea-b9d0-faa1d249dffeTue, 02 Dec 2025 14:30:00 GMT<p>Getting involved in your community</p>no00:04:128Getting Involvedfull<![CDATA[Interviewed By Grant Krueger of the morning Voice on 1030AM KVOI]]>We talk about Coffee Tariffs, where you can get Combat Coffee Bean, and the 1 Veteran Foundation.

]]>18a539ae-4da8-4659-944f-0c1b7d3c5cfdFri, 14 Nov 2025 23:23:17 GMT<p>We talk about Coffee Tariffs, where you can get Combat Coffee Bean, and the 1 Veteran Foundation.</p>no00:24:217Interviewed By Grant Krueger of the morning Voice on 1030AM KVOIfull<![CDATA[Interviewed by Ted Maxwell of The Morning Voice on 1030AM KVOI.]]>Interviewed by Ted Maxwell of The Morning Voice on AM 1030 KVOI.

President and CEO of The Southern Arizona Leadership Council.

Major General Edward P Maxwell, RET. Air National Guard.

]]>774b9032-479e-4b30-a2b0-d85e6609f891Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>Interviewed by Ted Maxwell of The Morning Voice on AM 1030 KVOI.</p><p>President and CEO of The Southern Arizona Leadership Council.</p><p>Major General Edward P Maxwell, RET. Air National Guard.</p>no00:16:136Interviewed by Ted Maxwell of The Morning Voice on 1030AM KVOI.full<![CDATA[Loving someone thru PTSD!]]>Powerful, raw, and hope-filled, “Loving Someone Thru PTSD!” explores what it really takes to stand by a partner, friend, or family member living with post‑traumatic stress. This episode shares honest conversations, practical tools, and stories from Dave, and his wife Jo. Covering communication, triggers, boundaries, self-care, and rebuilding trust. Whether you’re supporting someone you love or seeking to be understood, this podcast offers compassion, clarity, and courage for the journey.

]]>4a28b2a3-9dbf-4cb6-aa5a-bbd87620f5ecThu, 18 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT<p>Powerful, raw, and hope-filled, “Loving Someone Thru PTSD!” explores what it really takes to stand by a partner, friend, or family member living with post‑traumatic stress. This episode shares honest conversations, practical tools, and stories from Dave, and his wife Jo. Covering communication, triggers, boundaries, self-care, and rebuilding trust. Whether you’re supporting someone you love or seeking to be understood, this podcast offers compassion, clarity, and courage for the journey.</p>no00:23:585Loving someone thru PTSD!full<![CDATA["From Perfect to Progress- Transitioning from Military to Business"]]>From Perfect to Progress: Military to Business is a weekly show for veterans turning service-tested skills into entrepreneurial momentum. Hosted by Marine veteran Dave, this episode cuts through perfectionism to share candid stories, tactical takeaways, and real resources—from funding and first customers to operations and leadership. Expect a short, practical conversations, Review with clear next steps, and a mission-first tone that turns messy starts into steady wins. Fueled by Combat Coffee Bean—"Coffee with a Mission"

]]>0745a7ec-e26e-4a80-8d35-3eeba80a648dWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:59:58 GMT<p>From Perfect to Progress: Military to Business is a weekly show for veterans turning service-tested skills into entrepreneurial momentum. Hosted by Marine veteran Dave, this episode cuts through perfectionism to share candid stories, tactical takeaways, and real resources—from funding and first customers to operations and leadership. Expect a short, practical conversations, Review with clear next steps, and a mission-first tone that turns messy starts into steady wins. Fueled by Combat Coffee Bean—"Coffee with a Mission"</p>no00:13:254"From Perfect to Progress- Transitioning from Military to Business"full<![CDATA[Life Insurance for Veterans]]>“Your roadmap to life insurance as a disabled veteran: where to apply, how to qualify, and how to compare VA benefits with private options to lock in affordable protection.”

]]>49758fdf-c841-4675-9d8c-ad5dd0d49664Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:09:50 GMT<p>“Your roadmap to life insurance as a disabled veteran: where to apply, how to qualify, and how to compare VA benefits with private options to lock in affordable protection.”</p>no00:06:363Life Insurance for Veteransfull<![CDATA[Higher Prices Coming!]]>“From supply chains to psychology, Higher Prices exposes the hidden forces behind rising costs—and how they shape your wallet, your business, and your world.”

]]>b52e5359-0ca7-4bbe-94eb-feaa202b6b48Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:05:56 GMT<p>“From supply chains to psychology, Higher Prices exposes the hidden forces behind rising costs—and how they shape your wallet, your business, and your world.”</p>no00:08:562Higher Prices Coming!full<![CDATA[Coffee with a Mission]]>Legal Disclaimer for Real Talk with Combat Coffee Bean:

The information, views, and opinions expressed on “Real Talk with Combat Coffee Bean” (“the Podcast”) are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the official policy or position of Combat Coffee Bean, its affiliates, or any other organization.

The Podcast is intended solely for informational and entertainment purposes. Nothing contained in this Podcast shall be construed as professional advice, including but not limited to medical, legal, financial, or mental health advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek the counsel of qualified professionals for any such matters.

Combat Coffee Bean and its representatives make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information presented on the Podcast. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the listener’s own risk.

Discussions may include topics related to military service, mental health, and personal experiences. Listener discretion is advised. References to any specific products, services, organizations, or individuals do not constitute an endorsement unless expressly stated.

By accessing or listening to this Podcast, you agree to hold harmless Combat Coffee Bean, its hosts, guests, affiliates, and representatives from any and all liability related to or arising from the use or misuse of the information presented.

]]>60413ccf-4d22-49d1-8c5e-850d7c4e6351Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:20 GMT<p>Legal Disclaimer for Real Talk with Combat Coffee Bean:</p><p>The information, views, and opinions expressed on “Real Talk with Combat Coffee Bean” (“the Podcast”) are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the official policy or position of Combat Coffee Bean, its affiliates, or any other organization.</p><p>The Podcast is intended solely for informational and entertainment purposes. Nothing contained in this Podcast shall be construed as professional advice, including but not limited to medical, legal, financial, or mental health advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek the counsel of qualified professionals for any such matters.</p><p>Combat Coffee Bean and its representatives make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information presented on the Podcast. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the listener’s own risk.</p><p>Discussions may include topics related to military service, mental health, and personal experiences. Listener discretion is advised. References to any specific products, services, organizations, or individuals do not constitute an endorsement unless expressly stated.</p><p>By accessing or listening to this Podcast, you agree to hold harmless Combat Coffee Bean, its hosts, guests, affiliates, and representatives from any and all liability related to or arising from the use or misuse of the information presented.</p>no00:09:461Coffee with a Missionfull