DISPATCHES with Hollie McKay
Dispatches with Hollie McKay is where on-the-ground reporting meets real talk, no fluff, no agenda—just raw, unfiltered stories from the far corners of the world. Every week, I dive into the headlines that should be making news, the hidden humanitarian crises, and the extraordinary resilience of people too often forgotten. Alongside risk analyst Dennis Santiago, we’ll unpack global events, challenge narratives, and throw in a few personal picks—because sometimes, after covering war zones, you just need a good book, a great song, or a killer recipe. Welcome to Dispatches—where empathy leads the conversation.
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DISPATCHES with Hollie McKay
From the Battlefield to Fatherhood: A Conversation with Kris "Tanto" Paronto
In this powerful episode, Kris "Tanto" Paronto, former Army Ranger and Benghazi survivor, opens up about the challenges and triumphs of fatherhood. From juggling overseas deployments to learning how to be a present father later in life and endeavoring to make up for lost time, Kris shares his journey of shunning ego, stepping back from the spotlight, divorcing and re-marrying his wife, and simplifying his once chaotic world to focus on his family. Hear his emotional account of coming back from the brink of suicide and the life-changing lessons he's learned along the way. This candid conversation offers deep insights into fatherhood, resilience, and the advice Kris would give his younger self.
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