Ira Glass

“This American Life” shines a light across the lives of so many people whose stories would otherwise go untold. These compelling accounts regularly leave listeners with a renewed appreciation for their fellow human beings. While Service Members and Veterans are not always the main focus, “This American Life” has offered a unique perspective into the lives of men and women who’ve worn the uniform. For instance, in 2016, listeners were treated to two stories focused on the Military experience. One was a story of a Marine sniper deployed to the deserts of the Middle East who watched “Gilmore Girls” to remember life back in the States. The other was a story about Veteran and gifted story teller, Michael Pitre, who taught America about finding where an enemy is firing from by looking at POO, aka point of origin.