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Episode Synopsis
In this powerful and moving episode of Brainstorms, we sit down with Gold Star Mother Jody Davis for an intimate and emotional conversation about love, loss, resilience, and purpose. Jody shares the story of her son Lance Corporal Wesley Davids, who was killed in action while serving with the U.S. Marine Corps, and how that devastating loss shaped her family and her own life’s mission. From Wesley's decision to serve after 9/11 to the emotional letter he left behind, this episode honors his legacy and the families of the fallen. We also hear how Jody’s younger son, Steven, found healing and purpose by following in his brother’s footsteps, and how Jody turned her grief into advocacy and storytelling—writing a children's book "A Tale of Two Heroes" and helping to bring to life the Eyes of Freedom memorial. Recorded at Sycamore Studios and supported by the Fred and June MacMurry Foundation, this episode is a solemn, heartfelt reminder of the real cost of war and the power of community, remembrance, and grace.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses topics related to combat death, grief, and trauma. Subscribe for more conversations that bridge the civilian and military worlds. Like, share, and comment to help spread this story. https://resurrectinglives.org
Trigger warning: This episode discusses topics related to combat death, grief, and trauma. Subscribe for more conversations that bridge the civilian and military worlds. Like, share, and comment to help spread this story. https://resurrectinglives.org
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