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This episode features Tim Pena, a veteran, journalist, and advocate, who shares his personal story of serving, dealing with PTSD, and his journey through homelessness and recovery. Tim discusses the challenges veterans face in accessing mental health services and the bureaucratic obstacles that often set them up for failure. Both Tim, Soulja, and Wild share their experiences and the struggle for adequate support systems. The discussion highlights the importance of advocacy, shared lived experiences, and the need for better resources for both veterans and civilians facing similar challenges.
00:00 Introduction
00:23 Meet Tim: A Veteran's Story
03:28 The Struggles of PTSD and Mental Health
05:34 Advocacy and Support for Veterans
08:56 Challenges in Accessing Services
12:31 Personal Experiences and Reflections
17:39 The Reality of Homelessness
21:13 End of Part I
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