Head Space and Timing Podcast

On today’s show, Duane has a conversation with combat veteran and bestselling author Karl Marlantes. His book, Matterhorn, was described by Sebastian Junger as one of the most profound and devastating novels ever to come out of Vietnam—or any war. His companion book, What it is like to go to war, is his personal look at what war experience is like.

Show Notes

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About Today's Guest:

Karl Marlantes graduated from Yale University and was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, before serving as a Marine in Vietnam, where he was awarded the Navy Cross, the Bronze Star, two Navy Commendation Medals for valor, two Purple Hearts, and ten air medals. He is the bestselling author of Matterhornand What It Is Like to Go to War. He lives in rural Washington.

In this Episode, you will learn:
  • Karl's background and experience
  • Homecoming for Vietnam Vets
  • How to interact with veterans beyond "thank you for your service"
  • The responsibility of a nation for the conduct of it's warriors
  • Matterhorn the novel
  • Karl's initial experience with counseling
  • Impact of combat stress reaction on the family
  • Deep River, Karl's new book
  • Helping veterans talk about war in therapy
Links Mentioned in this Episode:

Karl's author page


Are you looking for more ways to learn about military and veteran mental health and wellness? Check out Duane's books by going to www.veteranmentalhealth.com/books
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What is Head Space and Timing Podcast?

The psychological impact of military service is well known but less understood. Every Tuesday and Thursday, join combat veteran and clinical mental health counselor Duane France as he interviews mental health professionals, veterans, and those who support them about mental health and wellness. If you want to understand more about service member and veteran mental health, then this podcast is for you.