hmTv at HMTC Podcasts Ep 263: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Chad Lennon P3 on hmTv
Episode 263 – The Fog of War and Humanity with Lt. Col. Chad Lennon (Part 3)
In this candid conversation, host Richard Acritelli sits down once again with Lieutenant Colonel Chad Lennon, U.S. Marine Corps officer, attorney, and Suffolk County Legislator, to explore the challenges of returning home from combat and transitioning into civilian life.
Lennon reflects on the surreal experience of stepping out of Afghanistan and into American normalcy—jet lagged, hyper-alert, and struggling to decompress. He shares honest stories of living out of a hotel, the cultural stigma around seeking help for PTSD, and how military habits shaped even simple family interactions.
From his legal career and veterans’ advocacy to his unexpected entry into politics, Lennon opens up about the driving force behind his public service: honoring veterans, tackling human trafficking, addressing housing affordability, and fighting for his community. This episode offers a powerful look at resilience, leadership, and the lessons that carry from the battlefield to the halls of government.