Bonus Episode 1: My Somalian Pad Mate

In this deeply personal bonus episode, Darren shares the story of his Somalian pad mate — a language student and farm worker who witnessed the tragic Black Hawk Down helicopter crash in Mogadishu. Far from the violent fighter portrayed in Hollywood’s version, this young man rushed to help the downed pilots, only to experience heartbreak and loss when his childhood friend was shot trying to save a life.

Through quiet reflection and raw truth, this episode explores the hidden sides of conflict, the courage of ordinary people, and the cost of being misrepresented by history.

This bonus episode accompanies Episode One: "The Beginning."