Allen Levi Simmons Beyond Combat: His Untold Marine Chronicles | The Shadows Podcast
This week on the Shadows Podcast, we are privileged to host Allen Levi Simmons, a distinguished United States Marine Corps veteran, acclaimed author of “Can I Speak?”, and the dynamic host behind the Purpose Pod.
In this compelling episode, Allen shares the intimate details of his upbringing, delving into a profound void stemming from his relationship with his mother. Vulnerably, he reflects on a traumatic childhood event and the pivotal decision that led him to enlist in the United States Marine Corps at a tender age. Join us as Allen recounts the gripping moments before and after an RPG blast in Afghanistan that left him grappling with a traumatic brain injury, offering a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the challenges he faced during and after his military service.
If you’d like to book a meeting with Allen, check out the Purpose Pod, or read one of his blogs, head to www.allenlevisimmons.com.
Grab a copy of his book Can I Speak? https://www.amazon.com/Can-Speak-Allen-Levi-Simmons/dp/0578596180
This powerful episode is available on any podcast platform and www.theshadowspodcast.com.
Please note that this episode contains the following trigger warnings: childhood trauma, abortion, violence, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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