British paratrooper veteran James Thornett tells the story of how he smuggled liquor through combat zones to create a modern-day Casablanca, "The Baghdad Country Club".

British paratrooper veteran James Thornett tells the story of how he smuggled liquor through combat zones to create a modern-day Casablanca, "The Baghdad Country Club".

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Baghdad Country Club: The bar born on Christmas Eve

The powerful story of a bittersweet Christmas in Baghdad '03 and a life-changing miracle. Plus AMVETS' National Commander, Jan Brown shares why they want VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to resign immediately. 

The powerful story of a bittersweet Christmas in Baghdad '03 and a life-changing miracle. Plus AMVETS' National Commander, Jan Brown shares why they want VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to resign immediately.&nbsp;

Combat Zone Christmas

3 combat vets share their experiences with Ketamine and psilocybin therapy. Former Army Ranger Nate Kendrick, Marine Corps veteran Auric Avila discuss their trips and The Ketamine Fund.  Canadian Army veteran Tim Laidler explains how shrooms can enhance traditional therapy.   

3 combat vets share their experiences with Ketamine and psilocybin therapy. Former Army Ranger Nate Kendrick, Marine Corps veteran Auric Avila discuss their trips and The Ketamine Fund.&nbsp; Canadian Army veteran Tim Laidler explains how shrooms can enhance traditional therapy.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Are mushrooms & K the answer for PTSD, Depression?

Are holiday gatherings safe? We asked 2 experts. VetPowered and a training program for big money manufacturing jobs. Hilarious Thanksgiving memories from Afghanistan. Guests: Dr. Mark Kortepeter, Dr. David Callaway, Hernan Luis y Prado, and Eric Dehm.

Are holiday gatherings safe? We asked 2 experts. VetPowered and a training program for big money manufacturing jobs. Hilarious Thanksgiving memories from Afghanistan. Guests: Dr. Mark Kortepeter, Dr. David Callaway, Hernan Luis y Prado, and Eric Dehm.

Baghdad Country Club: The bar born on Christmas Eve

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