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Healing Soldiers Through Song with Terry Radigan
November 07, 2024 · 37 min

In this episode of What the Health, we explore the challenges veterans face upon returning home and how music can play a vital role in their healing process. Host John Salak introduces Terry Radigan, a renowned songwriter involved with SongwritingWith:Soldiers. Terry shares insights into the program, which pairs songwriters with veterans and first responders to create life-changing music. With Veterans Day approaching, Terry discusses the creation and impact of these songs, emphasizing the importance of community and support for those who have served. Tune in to learn more about how you can make a difference and support this powerful initiative.

00:00 Honoring Our Veterans: A National Disconnect

01:23 The Healing Power of Music: SongwritingWith:Soldiers

02:09 Meet Terry Radigan: Songwriter and Healer

02:39 The Mission and Impact of SongwritingWith:Soldiers

07:13 Creating Songs: The Collaborative Process

10:40 Personal Stories and Reflections

24:18 Building a Community Through Music

27:38 Supporting Songwriting with Soldiers

35:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

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