The armed forces is such an important and foundational group keeping our country (and our friends around the world) safe, but is often under-appreciated or not thought of, especially in the realm of jobs our immigrant parents dream for us to pursue. 

This week we speak with Major David Phetmixay from the US Air Force about his experience serving as one of the few Asian-Americans in this branch of the military. We also discuss how serving in the forces has unexpectedly allowed him to reconnect with not only his Lao/Thai roots through language immersion programs, but also connect with his extended family in Laos while on assignment acting in the key role of translator in POW / MIA missions ("Prisoner Of War", "Missing In Action"). 

We thank Major Phetmixay and everyone else currently or previously in the forces for their service and for protecting the land of the free 🇺🇸

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