Today’s episode is one of our most fun and meaningful conversations yet.

We are joined by the one and only Frank Lee, also known as the Iron Man suit guy. Frank is a wildly successful 3D printer, cosplayer, content creator, military veteran, and educator who turned a passion discovered during COVID into a full-time career reaching millions.

Frank shares his journey through the military, the grief of losing his father, and how therapy helped him process pain instead of suppressing it. We talk openly about mental health advocacy and why seeking professional help matters.

We also nerd out over Captain America: Civil War and break down the iconic scene where Tony Stark learns the truth about his father’s death. We explore rage, grief, emotional blackouts, and how trauma can hijack the nervous system in moments of betrayal and loss.

Topics we cover include

3D printing as creativity and regulation

Military experiences and mental health

Grief and therapy

Building a career during COVID

The psychology of Civil War

Anger and emotional overwhelm

Cosplay education and community outreach

And the correct way to put on ChapStick

This episode is funny, emotional, inspiring, and chaotic in the best way.

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Episode Breakdown:

0:00 Attention

0:59 Intro

10:17 Scenes

20:51 Interview

1:37:04 Discussion

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