The Family Support Behind 28 Years In Uniform

Retired Air Force Brigadier General Susan Pietrykowski helped consolidate medical support in Iraq while the hospital maintained a 98% casualty survival rate. That mission meant reducing resources without compromising care for wounded troops. After retirement, a lost TRICARE contract brought another responsibility: maintaining care while helping employees find their next jobs. The Danny Li Podcast features defining moments from U.S. military veterans, senior military leaders, and national security professionals. Each episode explores military leadership, service, duty, sacrifice, veteran identity, camaraderie, and the transition to civilian life - preserving the experiences and lessons that keep veterans connected to the values, purpose, and identity shaped through military service. Want a brief weekly email when new episodes go live?