Mohawk Matt Denny and his wife, Lindy Denny, share their experiences while serving and then rebuilding their lives and contributing back to veterans after leaving active duty.
Summary
Mohawk Matt Denny, a former Marine, has had his picture on the side of a NASCAR race car. He shares very openly about his challenges coming out of the Marine Corp. and dealing with the invisible wounds that are part of service and how it’s affected all aspects of his life. With his wife, Lindy, they have created a new life for themselves, and they have the opportunity to travel extensively. They’re associated with Colin Garrett’s NASCAR team, which contributes back to veterans.
Episode Highlights
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03:04: Matt’s time in active duty and his transition into non-military life
14:39: How Matt’s medical challenges played a role in life changes
20:13: Transition assistants helped Matt find a new career path
32:46: Matt’s journey into NASCAR and his connection with Colin Garrett
40:05: Gene’s business tip: Figure out what you don’t know about the GI Bill and see how it can help you
Your Move
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