Summary

In this episode of the Washington Tattoo podcast, Mark and Edward interview Jason Galui, the director for veterans and military families at the George W. Bush Institute. They discuss Jason's journey and how he came to his role at the Bush Institute. They also talk about the pressing issues facing veterans and veteran families, such as the loss of a sense of purpose and the resulting mental health challenges. Jason shares the work that the Bush Institute is doing to support veterans and their families, including the Check-In program and the Veteran Wellness Alliance. He emphasizes the importance of community support and personal connections in helping veterans transition to civilian life. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the hopes and aspirations for veterans and their families, including finding a sense of purpose and belonging in the civilian community.

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In this episode of the Washington Tattoo podcast, the hosts interview Nicko McBrain from Iron Maiden. Nicko shares his journey into music, starting from playing on pots and pans as a child to being inspired by drummers like Joe Morello, Ringo Starr, Keith Moon, and John Bonham. He talks about how he joined Iron Maiden and the role of being in the right place at the right time. Nicko also discusses his move to the US and what he misses most about the UK. He shares some memorable stories from his travels with Iron Maiden. Nicko shares his experiences of performing live shows and highlights the uniqueness of each performance. He recalls memorable moments, such as the first show at Rock in Rio with over 300,000 fans in the audience. Nicko also discusses his recovery from a TIA and the challenges he faced in getting back to playing drums. The conversation then shifts to the Mountbatten Festival and the experience of performing with the Royal Marines. Nicko expresses his gratitude for the opportunity and the magic of playing with an orchestra. He concludes with words of wisdom, encouraging perseverance and faith in the face of adversity.

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The conversation covers Macy Bennett's journey into Highland dancing, her experiences in competitions and tattoos, the challenges she has faced, and her advice for young dancers. The discussion also delves into the role of music in Highland dancing, the importance of community, and the motivation to continue pursuing the art. Macy shares her passion for the craft and the impact of tattoos on her life.

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