In a special Veterans Day episode of "Medal of Honor: Stories of Courage," host J.R. Martinez sits down with producer Ryan Swikert to reflect on the often-overlooked power of simply showing up — for veterans, for civilians, and for each other.

Martinez opens the episode by acknowledging the service of countless men and women in uniform, and then shifts into a deeper message: rather than a cursory "thank you for your service," Veterans Day presents an opportunity to ask meaningful questions and listen. He explains that showing up means more than the polite acknowledgment — it means engaging, being present, and providing space for a veteran to share if they choose.

The episode goes on to explore Martinez’s own service story, including his enlistment, deployment to Iraq, and the life-

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