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Damn The Valley - With Will Yeske and Nick Armendariz

Feb 12, 2024
Will Yeske, combat veteran and author, and Nick Armendariz, former Infantryman and Squad Leader, share stories of transition and lessons learned in the military. Topics include the writing process, dealing with traumatic events, disturbing cultural permissiveness, the power of communication, surviving wounds of war, the long-term effects of surgeries, navigating a minefield, preserving history, supporting veterans through mobility, preventing veteran suicide, and the significance of memorial bracelets.
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  • The emotional toll of losing a comrade and the challenges of processing trauma while being deployed.
  • Cultural challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers, such as grappling with local practices like 'Bacha Bazi'.

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Impact of a Tragic Incident

The episode discusses a tragic incident in which a soldier named Johnson is severely injured by a hidden ID that detonates on a wall. The incident leaves a lasting impact on the unit, causing emotional distress and a shift in their mission focus.

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