The Army Vindicated Me, But is there closure? with Lauren Palladini
Military service is built on trust. Service members trust their leaders, their teammates, and the medical professionals responsible for their care. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be life-changing.
Duty to Disobey: The Veterans Who Refused and Paid the Price
The military is built on discipline, service, and the expectation that lawful orders will be followed. But what happens when service members believe an order may not be lawful? That question sits at the center of an ongoing debate surrounding the Department of Defense’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate and its impact on thousands of military personnel.
Veterans Don’t Need Sympathy. They Need Community with Jenna Carlton
In an era where social media connects billions of people with a single click, many still struggle with loneliness, isolation, and a lack of meaningful connection.
Torched - What really happened with the Palisades Fires with Jonathan Vigliotti
Wildfires are often described as unavoidable acts of nature — devastating but inevitable consequences of dry seasons, heat, and wind. But what if the real story is far more complicated?
Patrick Caserta on The Brandon Act and the Fight That Isn’t Over
Military culture often celebrates resilience, discipline, and endurance. Those values matter, especially in high-pressure environments where lives depend on teamwork and trust.
From Combat Cockpit to Congress with Rebecca Bennett
The discussion explored everything from military life and healthcare reform to the realities of running for office as an ordinary American. More importantly, it highlighted a growing desire among voters for leaders who value mission over messaging.
Power, Propaganda, and the Consequences of American Empire
When headlines feel overwhelming and trust in institutions seems shaky, it raises a fundamental question: What does it actually mean to be a good citizen today?
Healing ❤️🩹 The Hidden Wounds - The Restored Heart Collective
In conversations about military strength, the focus almost always lands on strategy, technology, and the service member. Rarely does it center on the family—the emotional infrastructure that quietly sustains the force.
Command in Crisis with Thomas B. Modly
Very few roles test leadership the way senior positions in the United States Navy do. The stakes are immense, the margin for error is razor thin, and decisions often unfold under intense scrutiny.
Inside the VA: Former Secretary Dr. David Shulkin on Leadership, Politics, and Fighting for Veterans
What does it really mean to be responsible for the care of millions?
Not in theory—but in practice. Not in a single hospital—but across a nationwide system. Not with abstract policies—but with decisions that affect real lives every single day.
From Trauma to Power: How an Infantry Officer Rebuilt Her Mind and Body with Riley A. Gruppo
Few topics in today’s military discourse spark as much debate as the role of women in combat.
From Battlefield to Ballot Box with Dr. Trei McMullen
One of the most powerful ways veterans can continue serving after taking off the uniform is by stepping into civic leadership. For many, the mission doesn’t end when military service does—it simply evolves.
My Son Said No! Grieving Army Dad Speaks Out | Eddie Peoples
For decades, the conversation around organ donation has been framed in almost entirely positive terms. It’s called the gift of life—a selfless act that can save multiple people when tragedy strikes. For many families, that framing is powerful and meaningful.
War, Media and a 25 Million Lawsuit Anti-Hero Broadcast Founder Tyler Hoover
Imagine logging on, doing what you’ve done a hundred times before—sharing your opinion, breaking down a public story, maybe cracking a few jokes—
Benefit or Betrayal with Jane Babcock
It’s a narrative that spreads fast—and sticks. A Washington Post investigation here. A book with cherry-picked case studies there. Social media posts amplifying the worst examples.
VA Malpractice and Finding A Voice with Brian Tally
To balance that story, it’s important to tell another—one where persistence, clarity, and refusal to be silenced actually produced change.
The Day Due Process Died in the Military with Clarence Anderson III
He led. He deployed. He commanded. He moved people and equipment through some of the most complex operational environments in modern warfare.
Betrayal of Command with Asad Khan
In the echoes of modern military history, few stories capture the intersection of personal heritage and the harsh friction of high-level command like that of retired U.S. Marine Lieutenant Colonel Asad Khan.
Military Stories You Are Not Told with Jennifer Barnhill
Who gets to tell the story of the U.S. military—and who bears the cost when those stories are simplified, filtered, or ignored?
Guns and Mental Heath with Walk the Talk America Michael Sodini
For decades, the national conversation around firearms has followed a predictable—and deeply unproductive—pattern. After a tragedy, the debate narrows almost immediately to one question: Should Americans be allowed to own guns?