Michael Rodriguez (Global War on Terror Memorial) - Honoring Service Past and Present

How do you build a memorial for a war that’s still shaping lives?Michael “Rod” Rodriguez, CEO of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, shares his deeply personal mission to create a memorial on the National Mall in Washington D.C. honoring generations of service and sacrifice. From 21 years in uniform to spearheading a project of national healing, Rod’s story is one of resilience, community, and remembrance.🌟 Hear about the four guiding tenets — Honor. Heal. Empower. Unite. — and why this memorial is about so much more than stone and steel.📍 Learn more about the GWOT Memorial Foundation and find ways to support: https://www.gwotmemorialfoundation.org 🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, and Wreaths Across America Radio.Content Note: This episode contains discussions about suicide, loss, and mental health challenges. You are not alone. Help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available:United States – Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org (Veterans press 1).Canada – Call or text 988, or visit 988.ca for support in English and French.United Kingdom – Call Samaritans at 116 123 (free, 24/7) or visit samaritans.org.Ireland – Call Samaritans at 116 123 (free, 24/7) or visit samaritans.org.Australia – Call Lifeline at 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au for 24/7 support.New Zealand – Call or text 1737 (free, 24/7) to talk with a trained counselor, or visit 1737.org.nz. Netherlands – Call 113 or 0800-0113 (free, 24/7) or visit 113.nl. France – Call 3114 (free, 24/7) or visit 3114.fr. Norway – Call Mental Health Helpline at 116 123 (free, 24/7) or visit mentalhelse.no.