The battle doesn’t always end when the uniform comes off.On this episode of The Other Side of Service, Brian Basham sits down with Army veteran and national advocate Daniel O’Dell, known alongside his service dog, The Fluffy Poodle.Daniel shares his journey from military service to injury, chronic pain, and the difficult transition into civilian life. He opens up about PTSD, identity loss, and the silent struggles many veterans face after service.But this conversation is also about resilience — how a service dog became a lifeline, how advocacy became a mission, and how purpose can rise from pain.If you’ve ever wondered what life looks like after service, this is a powerful and honest listen.