The Veterans Outlook Podcast Featuring Doug Norton (∑108/Season II/Episode #17).

Summary: In this episode of the Veterans Outlook podcast, host Robert Jordan interviews Doug Norton, a former warship captain during the Cold War. Doug shares his experiences with nuclear weapons, high-stakes negotiations, and the intense atmosphere of military diplomacy. He discusses the importance of communication and the potential for miscommunication in tense situations. Doug also talks about his writing journey, particularly the themes in his Code Word series, which explores duty, sacrifice, and the complexities of international relations. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of writing, especially for veterans. In this conversation, Robert Jordan and Doug Norton explore the journey of writing, particularly for veterans. They discuss the passion behind writing, the importance of writing courses, and how writing can serve as a legacy for future generations. Doug shares insights on finding one's writing process, the significance of documenting military experiences, and the potential for storytelling to resonate with readers. The conversation emphasizes that writing is a personal journey that can be pursued at one's own pace, and it encourages veterans to share their stories.

*The books in the Code Word series, in order: Code Word: Paternity, Code Word: Pandora, Code Word: Persepolis, and the latest, Code Word: Precipice. More information, including videos, at www.authordougnorton.com . Readers can contact me at [e-mail] . Instagram dnorton411. The books are available in print from local bookstores—which I urge listeners to support—from Amazon, and from chain retailers such as Barnes and Nobel. Also available in Kindle and in Nook formats.

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