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Episode 4: The Reckoning
September 23, 2021
“Those who went into the service and those who did not, we are two different realities,” a Veteran decides. But Veterans don't all feel the same. Some like “Thank you for your service”; others feel it's “bumper-sticker deep.” Veterans reflecting ask how veterans and civilians can move America forward together. Hosted by J. R. Martinez, Army Veteran, actor, and motivational speaker.
Full Episodes
Episode 1: The Crossing
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There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.
Episode 2: The Mission
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Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
Episode 3: The Return
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For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
Clips & Previews
American Veteran Promo
October 12, 2021
AMERICAN VETERAN traces the veteran experience across the arc of American history.
Episode 3: The Return: Preview
September 28, 2021
For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
Episode 4: The Reckoning: Preview
September 27, 2021
How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.
Episode 2: The Mission: Preview
September 27, 2021
Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’: A Survivor’s Story
September 24, 2021
An Army Veteran opens up about the injustices he faced under ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’....
On my Own: Navigating Life After the Military
September 24, 2021
The military experience can provide a Veteran with a wealth of transferable skills.
Kill Or Be Killed
September 24, 2021
Soldiers are trained to kill, but in reality, the impact of this can be formidable.
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