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Echo Valor Podcast
The Echo Valor Podcast is where courage meets storytelling. Hosted by David Burnell—a U.S. military veteran, special operations team leader, and rescue operator—the show dives into the real stories of those who serve in the shadows and on the front lines. With a high-threat security and humanitarian response background, David brings raw insight and deep respect to each episode. Through powerful interviews, battlefield reflections, and original tribute music, Echo Valor honors the warriors, medics, and rescuers who risk everything for others. This podcast is part of the greater mission at EchoValor.com—to preserve legacy, inspire courage, and give voice to those who carry the weight of valor.
Echo Valor Podcast
Built by Fire – Chapter 5: Warrior DNA (Audiobook)
In Warrior DNA, David Burnell explores the deep roots of faith, grit, and courage that shaped his calling to serve. Born into a world still echoing with the footsteps of warriors and surrounded by veterans whose quiet presence made service feel natural, David shares stories from his childhood in army surplus gear, the disciplined grit of Devil Pups, and the influence of family members who served across generations.
From Viking warriors and Norman knights to Highland clans and pioneers in Tombstone, these ancestors passed down more than their names—they passed down a spirit of resilience and readiness to stand in the gap when called. This chapter connects the past to the present, showing how the legacy of those who came before us becomes a standard we measure ourselves against when the time comes to step into the fire ourselves.
Listen as David traces this lineage of service and discovers how the warrior DNA of his ancestors would become the foundation for a life of mission, courage, and faith.
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