Take 16: Serving your Country, Family, and Self (feat. First Infantry Private Andrew Geffen)
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Take 16 is dedicated to America’s soldiers, past and present, as we’re joined by active service member and childhood friend, Andrew Geffen. Andrew shares his path to joining the United States Armed Forces and the factors underpinning his decision to forego the traditional collegiate tack (1:17 ). Then, Andrew dives into the life of a soldier, walking us through his disciplined daily routine and the habits he deploys to ensure his peak physical and mental performance (6:09 ). Jonah and Reid steer Andrew towards the complex mental health challenges facing the U.S. military, as Andrew illuminates shocking, heartbreaking statistics concerning rates of PTSD, suicide, and mental illness affecting his fellow soldiers (16:25 ). The guys conclude their conversation with Andrew’s best practices for helping his fellow soldiers, wellness advice for young men outside of the army, and a round of Take it On Trivia (33:30 ).
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