Adapt and Overcome Podcast

AI is changing the tech industry fast, and for many software engineers, the big question is simple: adapt or get left behind. In this episode of the Adapt and Overcome Podcast, host Tommy Hardaway sits down with software engineer and Army veteran Sean Gil to talk about what it really takes to thrive in today’s AI-driven world.
Sean shares his experience working as a software engineer at a media company that builds financial education tools, including a budgeting app available on iOS and Android. He explains how AI has reshaped the way engineers work and why learning to use AI tools early is no longer optional. Rather than seeing AI as a threat, Sean breaks down how it can be used as a productivity tool for engineers who are willing to evolve.
The conversation also dives into Sean’s military background and how serving in the Army shaped his mindset. He talks about discipline, time management, and why relentless effort often matters more than raw talent. Sean offers honest insight into standing out in competitive industries by showing up consistently and doing the work.
Later in the episode, Sean shares thoughts on building income outside of a traditional 9-to-5, planning for the future, and how becoming a new parent has shifted his focus toward financial stability and long-term investing.
 
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What if something as common as a wisdom tooth could help heal traumatic injuries in the future?
In this episode of the Adapt and Overcome Podcast, host Tommy Hardaway sits down with Army dentist Brandi Gervais, who joins from Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Brandi shares her unique journey into military dentistry and explains how serving as an Army dentist differs from civilian practice.
Brandi talks about the group-practice model inside military medicine, where specialists work side by side and patient care is never driven by profit. She explains how military dentists can focus solely on what is best for the service member, without the financial pressure that often exists in private practice.
The conversation also dives into how Brandi’s upbringing in a military family shaped her career path, and how a simple orthodontic experience as a teenager inspired her to become a dentist. She discusses how the Army invests heavily in education, leadership development, and long-term career growth.
Toward the end of the episode, Brandi shares exciting research she has been working on involving stem cells found in extracted wisdom teeth. She explains how these stem cells could one day be used in regenerative medicine, potentially helping treat traumatic brain injuries and battlefield wounds in less invasive ways.
This episode offers a fascinating look at how military medicine is quietly driving innovation while serving those who serve.
 
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In this episode, host Dave Dubeau chats with Tommy Hardaway, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and real estate entrepreneur who shares his journey from single-family rentals to niche commercial properties. Tommy explains how landlord struggles and lessons from his father led him to pivot toward recession-resistant assets like RV resorts and self-storage facilities.
Tommy unpacks:
Why he gave up on single-family homes after 20 years of landlording.
How self-storage offers fewer headaches and strong returns.
Why RV resorts surged after COVID—and how seasonal and transient guests drive income.
The surprising upfront cash flow from RV parks and dynamic pricing strategies.
How veterans can build their own retirement path through smart real estate investments.
He also gives us a peek into his own show, Adapt and Overcome, aimed at empowering fellow veterans and investors.
Guest Bio:Tommy Hardaway is a retired Marine and postal worker turned real estate investor. He focuses on RV resorts and self-storage, helping others—especially veterans—gain financial freedom through smart investing. He’s also the host of the Adapt and Overcome podcast.

Welcome to the Adapt and Overcome Podcast, hosted by former Marine Tommy Hardaway. This show is for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are tired of conventional advice and are ready to embrace a more resilient, decisive, and effective approach to their careers.
Each episode, we dive into the core principles that define the Marine Corps—unwavering leadership, strategic flexibility, and pure grit—and translate them into actionable strategies for the business battlefield. We feature conversations with fellow Marines who have successfully transitioned from the structured world of the military to the dynamic arena of business, unpacking the mindsets and tactics that drive their success.
If you're ready to build unshakable confidence, lead with purpose, and develop the relentless mindset required to win in today's competitive landscape, you've found your new mission. Subscribe now and learn how to Adapt and Overcome.