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Podcast: Life in Spanglish
Episode: Fom Marine Combat To Celebrated Actor Con Victor Almanzar
Description: Let's dive into the life of Victor Almanzar, a Marine-turned-actor whose journey will make a thug shed a tear or two. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Brooklyn, Victor opens up about the profound challenges of reintegrating into society after serving in the military. We dive into his experiences in Kosovo and Iraq, the struggles veterans face when transitioning to civilian life, and how he found purpose and healing through acting. From his breakout role in the Pulitzer Prize-winning Between Riverside and Crazy to appearances in Homeland, Power, Empire, Blood Bloods and more, Victor shares...