Episode 5 of The War Journal Podcast is Out!
James Sisco
Father, Seasoned Executive, Combat Veteran, Athlete, #1 Best Selling Author and Podcast "The War Journal: A Young Marines Discovery of Critical Life Lessons From Desert Storm"
Prepare to dive into the complex personal dynamics experienced during deployments with Episode 5 of "The War Journal" podcast!
In this episode, I introduce the interpersonal relationships between my teammates and reveal how respect, trust, and sometimes conflict influenced mission readiness and moral. I also offer a glimpse, from my perspective on the perceptions of Officers and Senior Enlisted in my platoon and how they reinforced stereotypes and underlying tensions that existed between Officers, Senior enlisted, and operators, which impacted daily operations and mission success.
In a deeply personal segment, I read a letter that I sent to my father while on deployment. This letter not only offers a glimpse into my experiences during the deployment but also reveals the trauma from a turbulent childhood that profoundly shaped my character, forged my identity and created a sense of resilience that remained throughout my life.
Tune in to hear my heartfelt reflections and gain a deeper understanding of the bonds formed in the crucible of Desert Storm.
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