Codename Shadow One, From a Mechanic to a Special Agent

About this episode

Derrick M. Jackson discusses his military journey, cultural changes post-9/11, and his novel 'Shadow One'.

On this episode, we talk with Derrick M. Jackson, author of the novel “Shadow One” and a U.S. Air Force veteran. Take a listen as Derrick shares portions of his military journey, the change in military culture after 9/11, why Kanye West’s “The College Dropout” is the soundtrack to his life, and insight into his book.

People in this episode

Guest: Derrick M. Jackson

Topics covered

• military journey
• military culture
• Kanye West
• literature

Keywords

• Air Force
• 9/11
• The College Dropout

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Shadow One

Books & works: Shadow One, From a Mechanic to a Special Agent, The College Dropout

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