Ep. 175 – Moroccan Bathhouses & Weapons-Grade Naval Scabies w/ Amber Viola

Growing Up Christian

Our guest this week is returning author, podcaster, and activist, our good friend Amber Viola! Aside from catching up and chatting about church gossip and missions trips, we spent some time discussing the release of her first book, “72 Hours of Hell: My Time in the VA.” Amber is a Navy veteran, and we’ve talked at length in past episodes about her advocacy on behalf of US military veterans. When it comes to mental health and self-harm, veterans represent a particularly vulnerable community. In this jaw-dropping personal account, Amber gives readers an inside look at what it’s like seeking voluntary mental health treatment from the Veterans Health Administration. It’s a harrowing story that shines a light on the VA’s shortcomings, and one that we think everyone should hear. Amber is one of our favorite people we’ve met through the show, and we are always excited to talk to her! Follow her on Instagram (@amber_viola), check out her podcast Politics But Make It Fashion on all streaming platforms, and find her new book “72 Hours of Hell: My Time in the VA” on Amazon and Kindle!