In this deeply personal episode, David Burnell reflects on friends, comrades, and family members who carry the visible and invisible scars of service. From Green Berets and rescue officers to law enforcement and search-and-rescue volunteers, these are the walking wounded — men and women forever changed by the battlefield, disaster zones, and the unthinkable moments they’ve faced.

David shares vivid, first-hand accounts of friends like Jeff, a Bronze Star recipient wounded in Afghanistan; John, a comrade blown up by terrorists in Tunisia; his Uncle Bill, a Chosin Reservoir Marine haunted by decisions no one should have to make; and others who have endured catastrophic injuries, PTSD, and lifelong pain.

These are not stories of weakness — they are stories of resilience, duty, and a brotherhood that survives beyond the fight. This episode is a call to honor those who’ve paid the price in body, mind, and spirit, whether or not they wear the Purple Heart. It’s about never letting their sacrifices fade into silence.

If you’ve ever served, loved someone who has, or want to understand the hidden cost of freedom, this conversation will stay with you long after the final words.

The Wounded Warriors: Honoring the Walking Wounded Podcast

This album is a deeply personal and reflective journey through the complexities of navigating the 2020s. It delves into the transparent struggles with mental health, the silent regrets of paths not taken, and the intricate dance of love in both digital and real-world spaces. 

Digital Detox

Generational Echoes

Ghosts in the Algorithm

A Flicker of Hope

What I Didn't Say

My Own Two Feet

Invisible Scars

Twenty-Something Blues

Love in a DM

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Cinematic spoken-word reflections on war, service, and the human cost of duty—told with raw honesty and reverence.

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