Season 1 · November 11, 2025 · 8 min
Just an Ordinary Tuesday
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Veterans Day – Scars in the Light
In this special Veterans Day mini episode, Mike reflects on the people who’ve shaped his understanding of service and strength — his dad, both grandfathers, his father-in-law, cousin Bubba, teammates from hockey, and the veterans who serve today at Heritage Health.
He speaks openly about the quiet courage he’s witnessed, the weight many still carry, and the everyday grace that defines true service. While the artwork for this episode plays on screen — a soldier built from hundreds of faces and memories — Mike invites listeners to see the humanity behind the uniform.
The episode closes with his song “Scars in the Light,” written to honor the veterans in his life and all who keep moving forward, still here, still trying.
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