What Could Be Bad: Episode 104 Time to Step Up with Paul Rieckhoff

American Hero, Paul Rieckhoff (National Security, Veterans Affairs and Political Analyst, Host of the Independent Americans podcast, Founder of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), Former US Army Infantry Officer, Author and Veterans advocate, Founder and President of Righteous Media, 9/11 First Responder, Iraq Veteran, Author: Chasing Ghosts, Frequent contributor on MSNBC, CNN and NewsNation, Visiting Lecturer of Political Science at Amherst College.) sits down with Benj Gershman (O.A.R. and What Could Be Bad) to discuss why everyone needs to step up in this global climate of instability. He shares about his own family health challenges, addresses veteran issues, speaks to global political health and socioeconomic circumstance, remarks on his soulful belief in the power of music, and most importantly recognizes that mental health and wellness is a connective tissue that we all share. This inspiring episode is a look inside a true leader's mind.

Length:

01:07:16

Host:

Paul Rieckhoff

Guest:

Benj Gershman

Episodes to be released weekly beginning May 1 in line with Mental Health Awareness Month.

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