Quinton McNair
U.S. Army Veteran
After 24 years in the Army, Quinton McNair returned home to Chicago and found himself struggling to adjust to civilian life. But an unexpected hobby helped him discover a new sense of mission. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on finding purpose after the military.
Duration: 3:23
Military veterans bring valuable leadership skills and experience to the civilian workforce. But translating those skills into job opportunities can be a challenge. Dwight Boddorf, a Marine Corps veteran wounded while serving in Iraq, shares his Brief But Spectacular take on why veterans deserve a fair shot after their service.
Duration: 3:1
When Jasson Howell Sr. was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for heroin distribution, his incarceration upended the lives of his four children. Our Brief But Spectacular team first spoke with the Howell family in 2019. Seven years later, they return to reflect on the toll of that separation, the years they lost and how they’ve rebuilt their lives together.
Duration: 5:45
For generations, theater programs have given young people a place to find community and discover their voices. For Jasmine Amy Rogers, those experiences helped launch a remarkable career. At just 26 years old, she earned a Tony nomination for her Broadway debut as Betty Boop in "Boop! The Musical." Jasmine shares her Brief But Spectacular take on growing up a theater kid.
Duration: 3:6