This special Memorial Day episode features Michael “Mick” Gutah, a highly decorated U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and a prominent figure in banking . Mick shares that Memorial Day is about remembering fallen troops and their families, noting that not a day passes without thinking of those lost . Despite over half a century having passed since his service flying helicopters like Hueys and Cobras, the memories of loss and the impact of his actions remain very fresh, contributing to his experience with PTSD . He recounts a powerful return trip to Vietnam where he met retired North Vietnamese military members, discovering one had been shooting at him; they shared handshakes and embraces, showing mutual respect . Mick also highlights the unwavering bond among Vietnam veterans, who responded with phone calls, not emails, when he faced significant health issues and personal loss.
