• Ep: 349 - Comics and Camaraderie: Veterans Finding Community in Art

  • Feb 20 2025
  • Length: 38 mins
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Ep: 349 - Comics and Camaraderie: Veterans Finding Community in Art

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  • Today, we sit down with Stephen Russell, an Iraq War veteran turned author and artist. Stephen shares his journey from the battlefield to the creative world, offering a unique perspective on life after military service. Join us as we explore Stephen's military background, including his deployment to Iraq and the challenges he faced transitioning to civilian life. He candidly discusses the misconceptions veterans often encounter in the job market and how these experiences shaped his path. Stephen's memoir, "Troublemakers, the Greatest Dog and Pony Show in Iraq," captures his deployment stories and the camaraderie of his platoon. Listen in as Stephen talks about his current artistic projects, like the comic series "Tales of Nihilism," which delves into veteran struggles through a creative lens. He also highlights the Veteran Comic Con in San Francisco, a gathering for veterans in the creative industry. Tune in for an episode filled with insights, personal anecdotes, and a call to action for supporting veteran creativity. Contact Stephen: saltyskipper@gmail.com Check out his websites: https://globalcomix.com/a/tales-of-nihilism/comics https://blueearbooks.com/books/troublemakers/ https://ateaseveteransmagazine.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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