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March 18, 2025 76 mins

Summary


In this episode, Will Yeske interviews Lieutenant Colonel (r) Scott Mann, a retired Green Beret officer, author, playright, and leadership coach.


They discuss Scott's journey from military service to becoming a playwright and author, focusing on the importance of human connection, leadership, and storytelling.


Scott shares his experiences with moral injury, the challenges faced by veterans, and the power of relationships in overcoming adversity. The conversation emphasizes the need for veterans to take an active role in their communities and the significance of storytelling as a tool for healing and connection.


Resources


scottmann.com


Takeaways


The importance of human connection in leadership.

Veterans have a unique role in society, especially in times of crisis.

Moral injury can have lasting effects on veterans and their families.

Storytelling is a powerful tool for healing and connection.

Building relationships is crucial when risk is low.

The churn represents the social conditions that hinder connection.

Veterans can lead grassroots efforts to address community needs.

Vulnerability in storytelling can foster relatability and understanding.

The importance of recognizing and addressing moral injury in veterans.

Community support is vital for veterans transitioning to civilian life.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Scott Mann's Journey

06:55 Leadership and Human Connection

09:59 The Role of Veterans in Society

12:49 Moral Injury and Leadership

15:54 The Importance of Storytelling

18:45 Village Stability Operations: A Case Study

21:51 Reflections on the Afghanistan Withdrawal

25:05 Personal Struggles and Recovery

28:00 The Impact of Storytelling on Healing

42:30 The Power of Storytelling in Healing

44:56 Living with Purpose and Honor

47:56 The Generosity of Scars

51:58 The Importance of Narrative Competence

55:48 Vulnerability and Relatability in Storytelling

57:56 Understanding the Churn: Social Conditions

01:04:02 The Role of Relationships in Crisis

01:06:53 Grassroots Solutions and Community Resilience

01:10:01 Starting Your Own Storytelling Journey

01:14:35 Outro


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