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Aug 2023
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Episode 17: My Experience Flying Helicop...

Bruce Webb
About this episode

In this episode of Push to Talk,  I’ll be looking back to my time flying helicopter relief in New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. 

Joining me today is Retired Army Chief and Purple Heart recipient Frank Kanaka, who flew alongside me those five days. 

Frank and I will look back and delve into the devastation we witnessed, share our experience navigating city through our relief efforts, and reflect on the kindness and hospitality we received in the face of so much suffering. 


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