In March 2014, “Think Out Loud” spoke with author Phil Klay about his collection of short stories, “Redeployment.” The book draws on Klay’s experiences serving in the U.S. Marine Corps as a public affairs officer in Iraq from 2007 to 2008 and his return to civilian life. He wrote about terror on the battlefield and rootless anxiety on the homefront.

“Think Out Loud” Host Dave Miller interviewed Klay shortly after the publication of “Redeployment,” which was written from the perspective of frontline foot soldiers, military officers, a chaplain and a U.S. Department of State employee. The interview was conducted in front of an audience of Oregon veterans who also served in Iraq and Afghanistan and faced struggles on and off the battlefield.

In honor of Veterans Day, “Think Out Loud” listens back to this conversation with Klay and Oregon military veterans.

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