#136: Conversation with a war trauma therapist and veteran, Mike Kim

We speak with psychoanalyst and veteran Mike Kim about his military experiences.

We cover numerous veteran issues and topics including: veterans being used as mascots for capitalism, the veteran profiteer complex and the under appreciated social cohesion that the military provides (if some what temporarily).

We discuss social issues inside the military, the issues of accountability & commander immunity, trauma-bonding, the need for collective organizing vs the media & the 'great man' myth.

We also touch on the 'image' of the military, recruitment issues and the career opportunity the military offers vs job prospects in a decaying society. 

References:

Coming Home Well is an all volunteer non-profit organization whose mission is to educate, support and advocate for veterans and their caregivers: https://cominghomewell.com/

Veteran Et Cetera Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2004860 or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLcjCT-iU9w&list=PLtivATmC0VHMtipI-8XrYArKHc10gCRpO

Iraq War Veterans, 20 Years Later: ‘I Don’t Know How to Explain the War to Myself’ | Op-Docs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIWfH3iEgXU

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Harriet’s other shows:

WBAI Interpersonal Update (Wednesdays): https://wbai.org/program.php?program=431

Capitalism Hits Home: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPJpiw1WYdTNYvke-gNRdml1Z2lwz0iEH

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