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Join Shield of Sisters as we delve into the personal narratives of Lady Veterans who suffered Military Sexual Trauma during their service to our country. These courageous women shall be INVISIBLE NO MORE. The mission of Shield of Sisters is to support and empower Lady Veterans who have experienced Military Sexual Trauma by providing a sisterhood focused on healing and restoration. We create safe spaces where these courageous women can share their stories, access vital resources, and transfor ...
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Women of the Military

Amanda Huffman

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Women of the Military is a place to share the stories of women veterans. It is through the power of telling our military story that people will begin to learn and understand about our service and inspire young women to consider military service. We cover topics about joining the military, leaving the military, the challenge of being a woman, military sexual trauma, and more.
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Mind Beyond the Mission

Brian McKenna and Laryssa Lamrock

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Dive deep into the real issues experienced by Veterans, former RCMP members and Families living with mental health injuries. Mind Beyond the Mission is a podcast focused on having authentic conversations that are gritty, honest and informative. Mind Beyond the Mission is hosted by Laryssa Lamrock and Brian McKenna, members of the lived experience team at the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families.
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The Boulders in My Life That Shaped My Journey Podcast, created by Author Honey Badger, offers a raw and honest account of her experiences while serving in the Navy. This powerful podcast delves into sensitive topics such as Military Sexual Trauma/Rape, emotional abuse, retaliation, and victim blaming/shaming. Through her true journal entries, Honey Badger sheds light on the challenges she faced, providing a platform for awareness and understanding.
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ROAR With Shari™ is a weekly show hosted by rape and incest survivor, Attorney Shari Karney. “Pain put me into hiding, purpose called me out,” says Karney. Shari offers up straight talk about fighting for justice for victims of sexual abuse. Trauma. Resilience. Healing. For child sexual abuse survivors and all victims of sexual assault. Each week Roar with Shari talks with inspiring guests, rape and child sex abuse survivors, sexual violence victims, experts, nonprofit leaders, public office ...
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Discover the transformative power of "Healing Verses: The Power of Poetry in Overcoming Military Sexual Trauma," a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jules Smoot. This unique series delves into the profound impact of poetry and mindfulness as tools for healing from military sexual trauma and post-traumatic stress. Each episode is thoughtfully crafted to guide listeners through a journey of self-discovery, encouraging them to embrace breath, relaxation, an ...
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Welcome to a self-improvement podcast dedicated to mentoring young adults, rebuilding broken dreams, and combatting trauma. This show is an abundant network of experts and resources that you can utilize to improve your life. We're all on our own journey, and we're all at different parts in our journey. Hosted by Mr. Whiskey, a U.S. Navy veteran, author, and speaker, this show is designed as a place where you can get connections and information to improve your mental health, fitness, career, ...
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The Silenced Voices of MST podcast empowers MST survivors with resources, community, and better access to healing. Our mission is to break the silence surrounding Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and empower survivors to share their stories. This groundbreaking podcast sheds light on the untold experiences within our Armed Forces community, both among service members, veterans, and their loved ones. MST can happen to anyone, regardless of their age, rank, race, physical strength, or gender. Join ...
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Thriving Beyond MST is more than a podcast—it’s a movement. Our Mission: Driving Change, Empowering Survivors, and Holding Systems Accountable. Our Vision: A Future Where MST is the Exception, Not the Norm. We amplify the voices of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) survivors, shine a light on systemic gaps, and push for real, lasting change. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and survivor stories, we break the silence, challenge the status quo, and build a future where justice is the exp ...
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"The Journey Back to Myself: A Book of Healing Poetry" is a powerful and inspiring collection of poems written by Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jewels Smoot. This book delves into the author's personal journey of healing, addressing topics such as military sexual trauma, post-traumatic stress, speaking one's truth, empowerment, and the process of healing. Through her heartfelt and evocative poetry, Smoot shares her own experiences and invites readers to embark on their own path towa ...
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A podcast of real stories that will resonate with the Veteran spouse community. Hosted by Hannah O'Brien of the Veteran Spouse Network and in collaboration with Coming Home Well. A community of peer support for military and veteran spouses and committed partners, providing opportunities to engage and connect to helpful resources and a community of support.
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Originally this podcast focused exclusively on topics surrounding Spirituality. With recent events and the turmoil concerning the murder of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department along with the murders of countless others, a major paradigm shift is underway within our society. This show will expand its programming to include topics that highlight our desire to eradicate inequality, systemic racism, and to gain greater accountability from our elected leaders and the la ...
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If you're a woman over 50 secretly dreaming of more - more meaning, more fire, more YOU - this podcast will spark your reinvention with purpose, power and the fire you thought you'd lost. Redefining midlife. Reclaiming purpose. Reinventing life over 50 — on your terms. Welcome to Aging With Purpose and Passion, the weekly podcast for women over 50 who are done settling and ready to reignite their next chapter. Hosted by Beverley Glazer, a transformational coach, consultant, and psychotherapi ...
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In this unapologetically real episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with the fierce and fearless Kaila Fain—a woman who refuses to shrink for anyone. Kaila opens up about what it means to build strong boundaries, protect your peace, and chase your evolution without guilt or permission. If you’ve ever felt like you had to tone it down to be acce…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Cole Grace, a combat veteran and author who walks us through a raw, transformative journey from the deserts of Iraq to the peaceful coastlines of Costa Rica. We talk about his time in the military where he performed bomb disposal missions under constant threat, the long-term physical and mental tolls that follo…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, a licensed therapist, psychiatric nurse practitioner, and founder of Harmony — a mental health clinic that’s changing how care is delivered. We dive into her personal journey from therapy to medicine and how her vision for a more compassionate, connected system gave birth to Harmony. Dr. Hodge…
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In a nation that prides itself on celebrating the bravery of its military personnel, a disturbing reality lurks beneath the surface: the pervasive issue of sexual assault within the armed forces. For many survivors of military sexual assault, the aftermath involves trauma, emotional pain, and a often uncaring system that doesn't provide the necessa…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Gina Yanovitch to explore how faith, scripture, and neuroscience combine into a powerful toolkit for healing. Ms. Yanovitch, a therapist and author of Stop Avoiding It, breaks down how our brains process trauma and how scripture-based coping strategies can align with modern psychological science. We talk about …
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In this episode, I’m talking to attorney David Angeloff, Esq., whom I call, the Workplace Justice Warrior, an experienced attorney for anyone who is being sexually harassed or sexually assaulted in the workplace. He is an outstanding trial lawyer. A Man with a good heart, a brilliant mind, and the soul of a shaman. Spiritual, deeply empathetic, yet…
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In this powerful episode, embodiment coach Toni Bergins shares how movement can serve as emotional medicine, helping us release trauma, pain, and repressed emotions stored in the body. Discover how JourneyDance Toni’s transformative dance practice, helps individuals heal by using movement to express what words cannot. Toni’s personal journey from e…
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Send us a text Warning: Today's episode covers a variety of topics related to sexual harassment, assault, and rape. Today, I sit down with Ms. Tracy DeTomasi, a licensed clinical social worker and CEO of Callisto, for a necessary conversation on sexual assault, prevention, and cultural accountability. With over 25 years of experience in gender-base…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Mr. John Bacon, a clinical specialist working in addiction recovery who brings powerful testimony to the mic. Mr. Bacon opens up about his childhood in Flint, Michigan, growing up without a father and battling deep emotional wounds that led to a destructive cycle of cocaine, alcohol, and anger. He shares how fa…
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Send us a text Today, I tap into the power of tapping with Ms. Amy Vincze, an EFT Tapping coach and founder of the Soar With Tapping app, to explore a unique and powerful tool for emotional healing. We dive into the origins of EFT—Emotional Freedom Technique—and how it's helping people manage trauma, PTSD, addiction, procrastination, and physical p…
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In this episode of Mind Beyond the Mission, host Laryssa Lamrock is joined by guest co-host Tarik Kadri and special guest Guy Dallaire for a conversation about the impacts and complexities of vicarious trauma and intergenerational trauma among military and Veteran Families. Guy Dallaire was born into a multigenerational military Family — both his f…
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Teresa Lancaster, Esq. Teresa Lancaster is an Attorney and Advocate for victims of childhood sexual abuse who was featured in The Keepers, a seven-part award winning documentary on Netflix. You may know Teresa from the Doe/Roe against Father A. Joseph Maskell case where she sought to expose the sexual abuse which occurred at Archbishop Keough High …
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Have you ever wondered if who you know matters more than what you know? This question lies at the heart of a transformative conversation with Janice Porter, a relationship marketing strategist who turned her teaching career into a thriving business built on connections. Janice’s journey—from elementary school teacher to LinkedIn specialist—offers v…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down for a very raw and honest conversation with Rob Wheeler, a 10-year Navy veteran and former law enforcement officer turned transformational coach. We talk about his journey from battling PTSD, depression, and a career-ending knee injury to building a new life based on discipline, personal development, and fitness. Mr…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Brandon Held, host of the Life Is Crazy podcast, to dive into a raw and unfiltered story spanning abuse, betrayal, military injustice, and personal transformation. Mr. Held walks us through his earliest memory at just two years old—witnessing domestic violence—and how that shaped his lifelong drive to protect o…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Damien Bloss, a man who battled addiction for over 20 years before finding freedom through recovery. We dive into the root of his struggle—losing a close family member to suicide and the decades of guilt and emotional suppression that followed. Mr. Bloss opens up about how this trauma went unspoken for decades,…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with G. Michael Hopf—Marine Corps veteran turned bestselling author and founder of two publishing companies. We talk through his evolution from writing a children's book inspired by his daughters to launching a viral apocalyptic novel that catapulted him into a 40-book writing career. Mr. Hopf shares the origin stor…
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In this episode, I’m talking to Palm Beach's State Attorney Dave Aronberg who says "Matt's in a whole lot of trouble. Child sex trafficking is punishable by up to life in prison," says Palm Beach Co. state attorney Dave Aronberg of the accusations facing GOP lawmaker Matt Gaetz. "Even if they can't make a case of child sex trafficking, if you've pr…
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What happens when life keeps pushing you to start over? For Wendy Alexander, every new beginning became an opportunity for transformation and growth. Wendy’s journey begins in apartheid South Africa, where an encounter with racial segregation at the age of seven sparked her passion for justice. That pivotal moment on the beach, when police removed …
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Check out the full summary here: https://www.airmantomom.com/2025/05/veterans-and-mental-health/ See past interview with Tab, Episode 95 Connect with Tab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabbartley/ Tools and Resources: Cohen Veterans Network The Department of Veteran Affairs Celebrate Recovery Resources: Women of the Military Mentorship Program Girl's…
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Send us a text Today, I take a bold step into one of the most controversial and important conversations of our time—abortion and the alternatives available to women facing unplanned pregnancies. As someone passionate about human life, self-improvement, and faith, it's no surprise that abortion is an extremely upsetting subject for me. Though steppi…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down solo to reflect on a personal milestone—two years since I left the U.S. Navy. This episode isn't about bashing the military, but rather a raw and honest conversation about my experience, what I wish I'd known beforehand, and the conversations I’ve had with fellow veterans and active duty members. I talk about the ci…
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Have you ever wondered if it's too late to completely reinvent yourself? Dr. Alison Schmidt's story will make you think again. Born the questioning "black sheep" middle child, Alison always challenged conventional thinking. After building a successful executive coaching business over 20 years, everything came to a screeching halt when COVID hit—rig…
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In this episode, I’m talking to Fraidy Reiss, a victim of "Unorthodox". As a Orthodox Jewish woman, Fraidy was forced into a violent marriage arranged by her family using a matchmaker. A true Handmaiden's Tale of Horror. She was trained and pressured by the Orthodox Jewish Community to be raped, forced into a violence marriage, and treated as a sec…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with fellow believer Desiree Taylor, a writer, speaker, and advocate whose journey of faith began in childhood and was deeply shaped by hearing loss and the stigma that came with it. Ms. Taylor shares how she was diagnosed with nerve deafness as a child and the isolation she experienced growing up—especially in scho…
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Hannah O'Brien sits down with Chantel Dooley, Director of Research and Impact at the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), to explore the profound experience of grief and loss within the military and veteran community. Chantel opens up about her personal journey as a surviving fiancé and how that experience informs her work supporting ot…
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In Part 2, Lakeydra Houston, a US Air Force veteran, shares her profound journey through trauma, resilience, and advocacy. From her initial reluctance to join the military to facing multiple instances of sexual assault, Lakeydra's story is exemplar of the challenges many veterans face. She discusses the toxic culture within the military, the impact…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Jomel Powell, a man of deep faith and powerful testimony, who walks us through the raw and redemptive journey of a marriage deeply shaken by COVID-19. Mr. Powell shares how the pandemic tested his relationship, his beliefs, and his resilience—but ultimately became the crucible through which his family found une…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with Brett Cordes, a former ENT surgeon whose story highlights the hidden epidemic of physician burnout and opioid addiction. Mr. Cordes walks us through his early life as a high achiever, his path through medical school and surgical training, and how a battle with cancer introduced him to opioids for the first time…
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Send us a text Today, I reconnect with Kenneth Woodward, a U.S. Navy veteran and submarine radioman, to unpack how his journey under the sea led to a life driven by powerful questions and meaningful conversations. We kick things off reminiscing about the military, from shipyard shenanigans and midwatch love stories to the real cost of cleaning the …
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In this unapologetically real episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with the fierce and fearless Kaila Fain—a woman who refuses to shrink for anyone. Kaila opens up about what it means to build strong boundaries, protect your peace, and chase your evolution without guilt or permission. If you’ve ever felt like you had to tone it down to be acce…
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Meet Lakeydra Houston, an Air Force veteran who shares her powerful journey from trauma to resilience. Lakeydra discusses her decision to join the military as a means of starting over, her experiences in basic training, and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field. She opens up about the harassment and assault she encountered, …
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In this episode, I’m talking with Sheri Kurdakul who says she lost her virginity as a child to a family member. Leaving home as soon as she could escape, Sheri suffered domestic violence in one abusive relationship after another. Unable to leave. When she finally did leave her last abuser, she fled in the middle of the night, with her 1 child and $…
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In this episode, I’m talking with Heath Phillips. For those of you who think it only happens to women and girls, think again. One in five boys is sexually abused before their 18th birthday by an older woman, man, or another boy. Sexual assault has skyrocketed in the military for the men and women serving our country. While serving in the Navy at ju…
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Send us a text Today, I am joined by Vietnam veteran, therapist, and author Conard Hogan, who shares his raw and insightful journey from the battlefields of Vietnam to the healing process of writing and recovery. Mr. Hogan dives into his background growing up in Kentucky, his unexpected path to military service, and how the trauma of war led him to…
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Send us a text In this deeply moving episode, I have a somber but powerful conversation with Dennis "DJ" Quinn, a lifelong mentor and Big Brothers volunteer, to explore the transformational power of one-on-one mentorship. From childhood trauma to the long-term impact of showing up for someone in need, Mr. Quinn shares his personal journey through d…
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In this episode of the Social Psychic Radio Show, host Jason engages in an enlightening conversation with Alara Sage, an intuitively gifted mentor, womb shaman, and Shakti Activator. Alara shares her personal journey of overcoming sexual trauma, her spontaneous spiritual awakening in 2015, and her mission to help others harness their sexual and cre…
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Episode Nine of this impactful podcast delves into the harrowing realities of dissociation, self-harm, and the pervasive issues of victim blaming and shaming that often follow traumatic experiences, particularly in the context of sexual assault within the military. Hosted by the courageous author Honey Badger, this episode features her poignant poe…
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Episode Five: A Deep Dive into Body Memories and the Effects of Military Sexual Trauma is a powerful and poignant collection of poetry by author Honey Badger, who bravely shares her personal narrative of surviving military sexual trauma. Through her evocative verses, she delves into the complexities of body memories and the haunting effects of Post…
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Here is some more of my poetry that I have written that is not in my book, The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey. These poems come from my later books, The Journey Back to Myself: A Book of Healing Poetry, Second Edition, Unbroken Spirit: Poetry of Triumph Over Trauma and Songs of Survival: Healing Poetry for Warriors.…
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Discover the transformative journey of healing in "The Boulders in My Life that Shaped MY Journey: Episode Ten." In this poignant installment, author Honey Badger delves into her personal experiences with Post Traumatic Stress and Military Sexual Trauma, revealing how the power of poetry became a catalyst for her recovery. Through the innovative te…
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A podcast where Author Honey Badger bravely shares her true story to bring attention to military sexual trauma, self harm, depression, chronic pain and post traumatic stress. This book is my personal story of being raped, dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and my journey in healing. It includes my personal journal through the years and how…
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Dive into the profound journey of self-discovery and healing with "The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey" by author Honey Badger. This compelling collection, part of the Episode Three series, invites readers to explore the raw and unfiltered emotions experienced during the author's time in the Navy. Through poignant poetry, Honey Badger sh…
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Episode Seven of the podcast "The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey" invites listeners to delve into a profound exploration of healing through the power of poetry. This episode features poignant verses that articulate the journey of overcoming Military Sexual Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress. Each poem serves as a testament to resilience, …
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Episode Four: The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey is a powerful and poignant collection of poetry by author Honey Badger, who bravely shares her personal narrative of overcoming military sexual trauma. Through her evocative verses, she delves into the complexities of body memories, the weight of grief, and the transformative journey of r…
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Episode Eight: The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey is a powerful and poignant exploration of resilience and survival by author Honey Badger. In this deeply personal account, she opens her journal from 2004 to share her raw emotions and experiences following a traumatic event that left her feeling betrayed and victimized. This episode ser…
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Episode Two: Telling My Truth from "The Boulders in My Life that Shaped My Journey" is a powerful and poignant narrative that delves deep into the author's personal experience of trauma and resilience. This chapter recounts the harrowing story of surviving an assault by a third-class petty officer, shedding light on the often-silenced voices of sur…
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Send us a text Today, I sit down with U.S. Army veteran Ryan Reichert to explore a life marked by resilience, recovery, and unshakable faith. From childhood dreams of West Point to commanding troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ryan opens up about the highs and lows of his 23-year military career. He shares how early injuries and prescription medicatio…
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Laryssa Lamrock and guest co-host Staff Sergeant (Ret’d) Gary Hollender are joined by Sheri Lux. Sheri opens up about losing her husband Mike, a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officer, who died by suicide in 2017. Sheri shares her journey of healing and self-discovery, providing insights into the unique challenges faced by RCMP Families, the …
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In this episode, I’m talking with rape victim, Rosebud Ireland, the last rape victim of The East Side Rapist before he turned into The Golden State Killer (raping and then killing his victims). Rosebud Ireland was only 22 years old when she was awakened suddenly at 3 AM feeling suffocated by a leather glove and a pillow over her head. The gloved ma…
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