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Ep 203 – The Fog of War and Humanity with guest Janet Santeramo, Part 2 on hmTv:

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, United States Marine Corps veteran Janet Santeramo takes us deeper into her Gulf War experience — from the moment Desert Shield turned to Desert Storm, to the realities of life in the Saudi desert.

Janet reflects on the buildup to war, the restrictions placed on women in combat roles, and the surprising beauty of the desert landscape. She shares vivid stories of living on MREs, improvising hot meals on engine blocks, and navigating the early days of internet communication from the front.

Her accounts cover the tension of incoming fire, the environmental devastation of burning oil wells, and the toll of pollution on wildlife and human health. Janet also opens up about the challenges of post-war cleanup, life stationed in Okinawa, and her long path from Marine to law school graduate.

With unflinching honesty, she describes her work in child protection law, the emotional challenges of serving vulnerable populations, and the ongoing importance of purpose after military service.

This is a candid, human look at war, recovery, and resilience — from the battlefield to the courtroom.

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