In this first episode of Echoes Unfiltered, I introduce myself — Sam Stratton — and explain why this podcast exists.
I served as a combat engineer in Iraq during the height of the war in Ramadi. I came home with more than just medals. I came home with echoes — trauma, silence, shame — and for years I didn’t talk about it.
This podcast isn’t about politics. It’s about honesty. It’s about the things we carry and the things we can’t say. Whether you're a veteran, a spouse, a trauma survivor, or just someone who feels broken... you’re not alone.
Welcome to Echoes Unfiltered.
This is where we tell the truth. And start to heal.
📖 Want to go deeper? Grab my book Echoes from the Sandbox on Amazon.
✍️ Or, if you’d like a signed copy, Venmo me at @Sam-Stratton-8 and I’ll send one your way.
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