Show Notes
On this Memorial Day Benjamin sits down with retired Navy SEAL Master Chief Dave Hansen to uncover the silent sacrifices behind the uniform. With over two decades of service, Dave pulls back the curtain on the "nature of the beast"—the immense pressure placed on SEAL families and the difficult transition from the front lines to the home front.
But survival isn't just about enduring the war; it's about healing afterward. Dave applauds the C4 Foundation for providing a 560-acre ranch that serves as a vital "sanctuary for decompression" where operators and their families can reconnect and recover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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