Post-Op Reflections

The American Warrior Association
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This Veterans Day, the American Warrior Association proudly launches Post-Op Reflections, a new video podcast that gives service members, veterans, first responders, and their families the microphone to share raw, real stories of moral injury, healing, and unbreakable purpose. Full episode drops 11.11.25. Subscribe now. Share with a hero who needs to know they’re not alone.

Episodes

  1. JAN 23

    #004 Mattie Parker - How Fort Worth's Mayor is Revolutionizing First Responder Support

    In this powerful episode of Post-Op Reflections, host Neil Noakes sits down with Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker and co-host Dr. Heather Twedell, forensic psychologist and Dallas Cowboys team psychologist. Mayor Parker reveals how the R3 Program is transforming first responder wellness while sharing how her small-town roots shaped her leadership approach. Dr. Twedell offers expert insights on addressing trauma and promoting mental health in high-pressure professions. Discover how these two remarkable women are breaking barriers and creating lasting change in traditionally male-dominated fields. A must-watch conversation on leadership, wellness, and building stronger communities.

    1h 41m

  2. JAN 8

    #003 Brad Hunstable & Cliff Weaver - Loss, Trauma, and Faith's Redemption

    In this episode of Post-Op Reflections, Brad Hunstable courageously shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son Hayden to suicide, offering raw insights into grief and the path to renewed purpose. Joined by Forth Worth Fire Department Chaplain Cliff Weaver, who reflects on the traumatic calls that tested his resilience and faith.

    2h 3m

  3. 12/04/2025

    #002 Reuben Ramirez - Former Assistant Chief Exposing the Silent Crisis in Policing

    Reuben G. Ramirez spent nearly 30 years wearing a Dallas Police badge, rising to Assistant Chief and leading some of the department’s most demanding bureaus. He was there for the worst days—the critical incidents, the 7/7 ambush that changed the department forever, and the quiet, unseen toll those moments took on his people. After decades of watching too many officers struggle in silence—and some lose their lives to suicide—Reuben decided “reactive” help wasn’t enough. In this conversation, Reuben joins us to talk about Checkpoints, his nationally recognized framework and book, CHECKPOINTS: The Blueprint to Emotional Health for First Responders, which calls out a hard truth: for years, wellness systems waited until officers were already broken before offering help. Drawing on his experience building the Dallas Police Department’s Wellness Unit and creating the Checkpoints program for proactive, post-incident emotional check-ins, he lays out a path to cultural change—one that treats emotional health as seriously as officer safety.

    2h 44m

  4. 11/11/2025

    #001 Dr. Ben Carson & Craig Morgan on America’s Silent War | Veteran's Day Special

    In this Veterans Day special of Post-Op Reflections, hosts Will Spencer(Retired Navy SEAL) and Neil Noakes(Retired Police Chief) sit down with Dr. Ben Carson and country music legend Craig Morgan for a powerful, faith-driven conversation about healing, courage, and the fight for America’s soul.

    2h 9m

  5. 11/07/2025

    Veterans Day Launch with Dr. Ben Carson & Craig Morgan

    This Veterans Day, the American Warrior Association launches Post-Op Reflections, a faith-driven video podcast amplifying the resilient stories of service members, veterans, first responders, and their families as they heal from moral injury—a silent crisis affecting 46% of post-9/11 veterans—and rediscover purpose in mind, body, and soul. Get a 60-second glimpse into our powerful 3-hour premiere episode, featuring renowned guests Dr. Ben Carson and country music star Craig Morgan, hosted by retired Navy SEAL Will Spencer and retired Police Chief Neil Noakes. Dive deep into veteran challenges, the role of faith, our nation's direction, and timely current events—all delivered with hopeful, insightful, and uplifting perspectives that inspire renewal and community.

    1 min

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About

This Veterans Day, the American Warrior Association proudly launches Post-Op Reflections, a new video podcast that gives service members, veterans, first responders, and their families the microphone to share raw, real stories of moral injury, healing, and unbreakable purpose. Full episode drops 11.11.25. Subscribe now. Share with a hero who needs to know they’re not alone.

Information

  • Creator
    The American Warrior Association
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The American Warrior Association
  • Show Website
    Post-Op Reflections