{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Silvercore Podcast with Travis Bader","title":"Ep. 150: Unfiltered: Jody Mitic on Addiction, Resilience, and the Fight for Veterans’ Rights","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/6b72e1d6\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4203,"description":"This raw and unfiltered episode of the Silvercore Podcast features a deeply personal conversation with Jody Mitic, a decorated Canadian Armed Forces sniper, author, and veterans' advocate. Jody opens up about his struggles with addiction, his battles with flawed veterans' policies, and the challenges of finding purpose after life-altering injuries.\nThis episode is unlike any other—a mix of powerful insights, hard truths, and moments of vulnerability. While Jody's resilience shines through, the conversation also highlights the ongoing struggles he faces. This is a candid look at how personal and professional challenges intersect, and a reminder of the complexities of healing and advocacy.\nTopics Discussed:\n\nJody’s military career and the journey to becoming a sniper.\nSurviving an IED attack and its aftermath.\nAddiction, recovery, and the challenges of rebuilding a life.\nAdvocacy for veterans' rights and struggles with government policies.\nLessons in resilience and the ongoing battle for personal growth.\n\nhttps://www.instagram.com/jodymitic \nhttps://x.com/jodymitic1977 \nhttps://www.legion.ca/advocating-for-veterans/advocating-for-change/veterans-wellbeing-act  \nhttps://ncva-cnaac.ca/en/ncva-update/ncvas-action-plan-for-veterans-legislative-reform-2024-25 \n______\nSilvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 \nOnline Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U \nOther Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU \nMerchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 \nBlog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W \nHost Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav\nSilvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors\n____\nTimestamps\n\n00:00 – Introduction: Setting the stage for Jody’s raw story.\n03:00 – Jody’s candid reflection on his addiction struggles.\n10:00 – Early life, family influences, and joining the military.\n20:30 – Becoming a sniper and the mindset it requires.\n24:00 – The IED attack that changed everything.\n30:00 – The new veterans’ charter and its...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/B8WTW1_pTQK-2h9DfU1TlgOqrgcmMPFrunfof0Y4JM8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ZDM3/YzE1NjU0ZjU4YzY3/ODljOTE3YzY0ZTlj/MmVhZi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}