189: HARD TO KILL: Leadership and Resilience Lessons from Two Army Rangers & CEOs with Trung Nguyen and Jeramiah Solven

Be The Leader with Jeramiah Solven

In this explosive episode of Be the Leader, Jeramiah Solven sits down with Trung B. Nguyen—a former Army Ranger, SWAT officer, and now the visionary CEO of We Go Home, an apparel and supplement company with a mission to inspire excellence. Trung’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and relentless pursuit of purpose. From escaping post-war Vietnam as a child to serving on the frontlines in Iraq and later thriving as an entrepreneur, Trung’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

Trung and Jeramiah dive deep into the realities of life, leadership, and success. Trung recounts his early days growing up in a rough Chicago neighborhood, witnessing violence firsthand, and ultimately finding his way into the elite ranks of the Army Rangers. He opens up about the struggles of transitioning from military service to civilian life, battling personal demons, and finding purpose again through faith and fitness.

This conversation also tackles the crisis of modern masculinity, where comfort and complacency are eroding discipline and integrity. Trung shares powerful insights on what it means to be a high-value man, emphasizing the importance of steadfast character, mental toughness, and living by principles. He explains how hardship and suffering are essential for growth and offers practical advice for anyone feeling stuck or searching for their purpose.

The episode takes a raw and unfiltered look at Trung’s time in SWAT, the harsh realities of tactical law enforcement, and how those experiences shaped his entrepreneurial journey. Trung reveals why he created We Go Home to set a new standard for supplements and apparel, and how his products reflect his personal commitment to excellence and resilience.

This isn’t your typical feel-good podcast—it’s a wake-up call for anyone who wants more out of life. Trung and Jeramiah don’t shy away from hard truths, delivering an inspiring and actionable roadmap for building discipline, confronting adversity, and leading with purpose.

If you’re ready to push past your limits and transform your life, this episode is for you. Share it with someone who needs a dose of inspiration and start leading from the front today.

You can find Trung on Instagram at @trungbnguyen and @wegohome, and online at https://wegohomesupps.com/.