Story Behind the Stone
Story Behind the Stone
Podcast Description
Stories of veteran service and sacrifice straight from the people driving today’s most important veterans causes and veterans organizations around the world. The show shines a spotlight on their inspiring projects making a real difference for veterans and their families, and along the way we'll hear the stories that drive them to do their best every day as they work to support veterans and their memory.
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The podcast focuses on themes of commemoration, the transformative impact of technology on veteran memorialization, and personal narratives of service. Episodes include discussions on the role of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, the modernization efforts at Arlington Cemetery, innovative veteran support programs, and the Invictus Games as a healing platform.
Stories of veteran service and sacrifice straight from the people driving today’s most important veterans causes and veterans organizations around the world. The show shines a spotlight on their inspiring projects making a real difference for veterans and their families, and along the way we’ll hear the stories that drive them to do their best every day as they work to support veterans and their memory.
“Just because they hang up the uniform doesn’t mean they stop serving.”
This week on Story Behind the Stone, we speak with Steve Topham of Wounded Warriors Canada about the healing power of remembrance, the importance of community, and the transformative experience of the Battlefield Bike Ride.
From Vimy Ridge to the Scheldt Estuary, Steve shares how this annual ride helps veterans, first responders, and families reconnect with history, with each other, and with themselves.
In this episode:
– Learn how the Battlefield Bike Ride became a gateway to healing
– Hear stories of veterans rediscovering their family history on the ride
– Discover why trauma is trauma, and why no one should struggle alone
Learn more: woundedwarriors.ca and bbrseries.ca
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