CBS Eye on Veterans: The Story of a Ranger turned Rancher

CBS Eye on Veterans is a weekly podcast and radio segment hosted by Navy veteran and journalist Phil Briggs. The show highlights real stories from military veterans navigating life after service—covering everything from mental health and traumatic brain injuries to entrepreneurship, family life, and career reinvention. Through candid conversations and powerful profiles, CBS Eye on Veterans gives listeners an inside look at the veteran experience in all its complexity. By spotlighting changemakers like Patrick Montgomery, CBS Eye on Veterans not only informs but inspires—offering a platform where purpose-driven lives continue long after the battlefield.

Patrick Montgomery’s journey from Ranger to rancher is nothing short of inspiring. Serving as an Army Ranger, Patrick demonstrated discipline, leadership, and resilience in some of the military’s most demanding environments. But when his service concluded, he faced a challenge familiar to many veterans: navigating the transition back to civilian life and discovering a new mission.

Drawn to the land and driven by a passion for exceptional, quality food, Patrick found his calling in agriculture. He recognized that the principles he’d honed in the military—integrity, teamwork, and attention to detail—were the same ones needed to build a purpose-driven business. Blending his combat-honed grit with a love for farming, Patrick founded KC Cattle Company. His goal? To produce top-tier American Wagyu beef, support fellow veterans, and restore meaning through stewardship of the land. KC Cattle Company isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about the journey that led there.

• Military-to-Civilian Transition: Patrick Montgomery shares the emotional and logistical challenges of leaving the military and adjusting to a new civilian identity.

• Mental Health & Purpose: The discussion touches on the importance of finding purpose after service and how entrepreneurship helped Patrick reconnect with meaning.

• Support for Veteran-Owned Businesses: Emphasized the need for communities to support veteran-led brands that continue to serve in new ways.

• Building with Impact: KC Cattle Company and Valor Provisions were born out of a desire to create something bigger—supporting fellow veterans and preserving American farms.

• Community Over Profit: Patrick highlights how the mission always outweighs margins, with every decision rooted in values, not just numbers.

Stories have the power to heal, connect, and inspire—and for veterans, storytelling can be a bridge between service and civilian life. That’s why shows like CBS Eye on Veterans are so essential. By spotlighting the voices of those who’ve worn the uniform, they offer more than entertainment—they deliver understanding, raise awareness, and create space for connection.

Patricks's journey from combat to cattle ranching is more than a career shift—it’s a story of purpose rediscovered. For other transitioning veterans, his story may be a beacon, reminding them that there’s life—and impact—beyond military service. Whether it’s entrepreneurship, agriculture, or advocacy, these stories prove your story doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. Media that amplifies veteran experiences not only informs the public but empowers those still searching for their next mission!

Being featured on CBS Eye on Veterans is more than a media moment—it’s a powerful affirmation of the mission behind Valor Provisions and KC Cattle Company. It highlights the grit, purpose, and values that fuel everything we do, from raising premium American Wagyu to supporting veterans and their families. Pat's story reflects the spirit of countless veterans finding new ways to serve, lead, and inspire.

We invite you to listen to the full episode and hear the heart behind our steaks and our story.

Thank you to Phil Briggs & CBS Eye on Veterans for spotlighting voices that deserve to be heard. Your work makes a very real difference.