Unmasked. Unbroken.
Stories Don’t Die — They’re Forgotten.
Veterans Unmasked exists to preserve the voices of veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families before those stories are lost forever.
Every episode captures what most people never hear — the truth behind service, sacrifice, survival, resilience, and the lives carried after the uniform comes off.
Founded by Remy McNamara, a disabled combat veteran and Gold Star husband
Veterans Unmasked is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Your contribution is tax-deductible and directly supports the production, outreach, and preservation of real stories from veterans, first responders, Gold Star families, and their loved ones. EIN 41-3532203.
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Episode 141 hr 34 min
Martin Melkonian
Service, Brotherhood & Giving Back
What happens when military service ends, but the drive to serve never does? Martin Melkonian talks Iraq, Camp Bucca, toxic exposure, veteran advocacy, service dogs, motorcycle clubs, and community after the uniform.
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Why It Matters
Empowering Veterans Through Creative Healing
Veterans Unmasked supports veterans, first responders, and their families by helping preserve experiences through storytelling, film, music, photography, and podcasting — fostering resilience, connection, understanding, and lasting unity.
Voices That Heal
Every story carries the power to heal. By sharing the unfiltered experiences of veterans and first responders, we work to challenge the stigma surrounding PTSD, trauma, grief, and transition. These conversations validate those who served while helping the community better understand what service can leave behind.
Creative Expression
Healing often begins where words end. Through film, photography, music, and long-form conversation, Veterans Unmasked helps transform pain into purpose, silence into connection, and memory into something that can be carried forward.
Together, we can transform stories into healing, honor the resilience of those who serve, and build a legacy of hope for future generations.
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Every story you hear was almost lost. New episodes Monday at 5:00 AM CT.
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Martin Melkonian
Service, Brotherhood & Giving Back
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Dustin Cook
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Episode 12
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When tomorrow became worth fighting for. Content warning: suicide, PTSD.
Thank You
No one should face trauma alone. One episode can spark connection. One story can help someone feel less isolated. One conversation can remind a listener that resilience is possible and community is real.
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please visit the Veterans Crisis Line or the National Center for PTSD.