Shadow War

In this episode I interview Michael "Top" Washington and Tony Cope. Top Washington is a Marine Corps and Firefighter veteran, who is a big advocate for mental health and is also a licensed therapist. Tony Cope is the Founder and Director at Myriad, a video production company based out of North Carolina. Together, the two teamed up to create a short film about a veteran and his "wingman" called Voicemails to My Future Self Vol. 2. With Tony as director and writer and Top as a creative consultant, they were able to produce this short yet powerful film about veteran suicide and the friends that come to their rescue.https://youtu.be/QjGKdFVKIJA

In this episode I chew the fat with a fellow Special Operations brother, Mike King. Mike is a Special Forces veteran with 23 years of service. We cover numerous topics such as assimilation post military, TBI's, PTSD, and even hunting as a form of therapy. We also discuss the effects that our mental health can have on our families and friends.

This episode discusses why men's suicide rate is so high especially amongst veterans. I also discuss some experiences I've had having a TBI and PTSD. And as promised I share some stories of my time in the Army. We be wild!

In this episode I discuss the self hatred I have had for a long time. The thing I never realized is how crucial it is to love yourself in order to maintain relationships. Also discussed is the topic of moral injury which is something totally new to me.

Lindsay is the founder of H.D. Outdoors which is a nonprofit organization that honors disabled veterans for their duty by taking them into the great outdoors. H.D. Outdoors provides 100% all-inclusive experience for each and every experience. If you are interested in an experience or would like to donate, go to their website at https://www.hdoutdoorswyo.org/

In this episode, I introduce the very first special guest of Shadow War to discuss the healing benefits of psychedelic therapy and plant-based medicines. Green Beret veteran, Chris Thompson, is the Director of Community Engagement for nonprofit VET Solutions. Chris, himself, has been through the treatment and describes to us the difference it has made on his life and other's.

An introduction of the host Michael Watts and the experiences that lead him to battling PTSD.  These very experiences are what lead him to start Shadow War and show people who also struggle with mental health that they are not alone.