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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 20: Ashes and Aftermath (Audiobook)
Ashes and Aftermath is a raw, honest chapter exploring the hidden costs of a life spent in service. While missions and rescues leave visible scars, the deepest wounds often remain unseen—paid in missed moments, quiet distance, and relationships strained under the weight of duty. This chapter shares the personal story of how answering the call to serve during crises like Haiti’s earthquake led to the unraveling of a 26-year marriage. It is not a tale of blame, but of confession and reflection, offering a caution to those driven to protect and serve: the mission at home matters too. It is a reminder that the same fire that drives us to rescue others can burn what we love most if we are not vigilant—and that the hardest mission is sometimes learning to rebuild, heal, and be truly present where it counts.
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