Stories of resilience, grit, and triumph over trauma from Veterans and First responders. Hosted by Sara Correl from "The Power of your Story." A limited series from Security Halt Media.
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#11 Scott Duncan: A Marine's Journey to Servant Leadership and Purpose
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Send us a Text Message. What if the toughest experiences of your life could transform into your greatest wisdom? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Scott Duncan, a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Marine Corps, as he opens up about his journey from a tumultuous childhood to an illustrious military career. Scott shares th…
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#10 David Berez: Embracing Healing and Service Beyond the Badge
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a retired Police Officer channels his experiences into a narrative of resilience and recovery? Join us for a compelling conversation with David Berez, who takes us through his remarkable transformation from a troubled childhood to a dedicated career in law enforcement. You'll hear about the moment that shif…
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#9 Resilience and Transformation: Janet Wiszowaty's Journey from Uncertainty to Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. How does a young, uncertain mother transform into a pivotal member of one of the world's most renowned police forces? Janet Wiszowaty, our remarkable guest and retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police Dispatcher, takes us through her deeply personal journey. Janet describes the unexpected opportunity that led her into a demandi…
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#8 Resilience and Recovery: Richard Oakley's Path from Trauma to Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. Can you imagine facing a kidnapping, assassination attempt, and being seen as the enemy in your own community, all while striving to protect and serve? Richard Oakley, or Rich, a retired DEA senior special agent, joins us to tell his gripping story of resilience against unimaginable odds. From his early inspiration by local …
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Episode 7: Crisis Equals Opportunity: Michael Pellegrino's Journey from Law Enforcement to Mental Health Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. What if the most challenging times in your life could become your most significant opportunities for growth? Join us as we sit down with Michael Pellegrino, a retired detective from the Ewing Police Department in New Jersey and the author of "Crisis Equals Opportunity: Finding Growth and Resilience in Challenging Times." Mic…
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Episode 6 : Floyd "Shad" Meshad, from the Battlefield to Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. What drives a man from the path to priesthood to the heart of a war zone? Join us as we sit down with Floyd "Shad" Meshad, a remarkable figure whose journey defies all expectations. From his early days in a devout Catholic family in Birmingham, Alabama, to his transformative role as one of the first mental health officers in…
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Episode 3: Resilience and Redemption: The Journey of Robert 'Bobby' Ledogar
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a dedicated US Navy veteran and former US Marshal faces the ultimate test of resilience and integrity? This week, we're honored to welcome Robert "Bobby" Ledogar, who takes us through his compelling life journey from the streets of Queens, New York, to Desert Storm and the high-stakes world of the US Marsha…
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Episode 4: Holly Higgins, Transforming Pain into Wisdom.
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Send us a Text Message. What if your greatest pain could become your most profound source of wisdom? Join us for an intimate conversation with Holly Higgins, a contributing author of "Wounds to Wisdom: Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives." Holly shares the impactful journey of her life with a World War II veteran father who battl…
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Episode 5: Resilience and Healing: Jim Lydon's Journey Through Trauma and Mental Health
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when the weight of saving lives becomes too heavy to bear? Join us for a gripping conversation with Jim Lydon, a retired fire chief and one of the many voices in the upcoming book "Wounds to Wisdom Healing Through Veteran First Responder Narratives." Jim takes us from his childhood in Northern California, where …
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Episode 2: Melissa Hanks Ketchel, Honoring a Brother's Legacy: Healing and Heroism through advocacy.
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in a heartfelt conversation with Melissa Hanks Ketchell, a dedicated veteran advocate and Gold Star sister of Lance Corporal Michael W. Hanks, as she shares memories and the profound journey that led to her brother’s military service. Melissa recounts Michael’s inspiration to join the Marines, their shared experience…
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Episode 1: Resilience and Redemption: Chad Bruckner's Journey from Military Service to Law Enforcement
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Send us a Text Message. Our guest, Chad Bruckner, a resilient Army veteran and law enforcement officer, recounts his inspiring journey from teenage turbulence to finding purpose and validation in the military at just 17. This episode unravels Chad's life story, highlighting the values of hard work and personal growth instilled during his time in th…
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