Beyond The Trek Podcast: Episode 5 - Ken Reed

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Join Ken Reed, an Active-Duty Master Sergeant with over 19 years of dedicated service, as he shares his powerful journey of resilience, hope, and transformation. From enlisting at just 17 and serving as a Medic with the Infantry to becoming a Special Operations Civil Affairs leader, Ken’s career has taken him across six deployments, countless training programs, and vital disaster response missions.

But Ken’s story isn’t just about his accomplishments in the field—it’s about overcoming adversity and turning pain into purpose. Growing up in a troubled environment, he faced immense personal challenges, including struggles with thoughts of suicide. Through grit and determination, Ken emerged as a beacon of hope for others navigating their darkest moments.

In each episode, Ken draws from his experiences as a medic, operations leader, and i ...