He's not a "war hero," and he's not a "victim." Michael Ramos is an Iraq War veteran, and a UNC-Wilmington creative writing professor. He's also a writer. 

*Take care while listening: this episode includes frank discussion about suicide. 

In his first book, a collection of essays, Ramos cuts apart common assumptions and tells stories many of his colleagues find familiar. And, he extends a hand to civilians who want to learn more about the experience of war vets who come home.

The After: A Veteran's Notes on Coming Home was published March 5, 2024. 

Guests

-Michael Ramos is assistant director of UNC-Wilmington's Pub Lab, art director for the literary magazine Ecotone.