The Outranked Podcast

The Outranked Podcast
Podcast Description
OutRanked is the podcast where veterans, first responders, and their families share real stories—from joining up, to life in uniform, to the transition back home. Hosted by two Air Force vets, Rafael Rhodes and Steve Lewis, this show brings honest conversations, laughs, struggles, and strength to the mic. Whether you served, are serving, or love someone who did—you’re welcome here.
🎙️ New episodes weekly | DM us to share your story
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The show covers a range of themes including military experiences, personal struggles during and after service, and the journey of reintegration into civilian life. Episodes feature topics such as the highs and lows of military careers, the challenges of transitioning home, mental health, resilience, and personal rediscovery, with examples including the candid stories of Steve Nowicki and Roderick Simms.

OutRanked is the podcast where veterans, first responders, and their families share real stories—from joining up, to life in uniform, to the transition back home. Hosted by two Air Force vets, Rafael Rhodes and Steve Lewis, this show brings honest conversations, laughs, struggles, and strength to the mic. Whether you served, are serving, or love someone who did—you’re welcome here.
🎙️ New episodes weekly | DM us to share your story
It’s Steve’s birthday, but this episode isn’t just about cake—it’s about clarity.
In this unfiltered sit-down, Rafael Rhodes and Steve Lewis go completely off script to talk about the real experience of life after service. From the loss of structure and financial stability to the search for purpose and peace, the two Out Ranked hosts reflect on their personal journeys, missteps, and mindset shifts after decades in uniform.
🎯 Highlights include:
Life after the K9 unit and military retirement
Civilian paychecks vs. military stability
Identity, self-worth, and mental health post-service
Almost becoming a mailman?!
Brotherhood, purpose, and choosing yourself in a new chapter
No guests, no plan—just two vets getting real about everything you don’t hear at your retirement ceremony.
🎧 New episodes every week
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