Travis Mills | U.S. Army Veteran SSG | 11-11-25

Sid & Friends In The Morning

77 WABC

Comedy, Sports, News

4.2 • 827 Ratings

🗓️ 11 November 2025

⏱️ 17 minutes

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U.S. Army Veteran SSG Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee, joins Sid on this Veterans Day to talk about his story of resilience and positivity following a life-altering injury in Afghanistan in 2012. he discusses his acceptance of his new normal and his efforts to recalibrate his life. Mills highlights his thriving marina and foundation, the Travis Mills Foundation, which supports veterans and first responders. He also touches on personal milestones, like his daughter's soccer championship, and his ongoing advocacy through books, documentaries, and public appearances. Despite his hardships, Mills remains focused on living a positive, active life and giving back to the community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:18.9	My first guest today is a hero, making his second appearance again on Sid and Friends
0:24.5	in the morning, retired United States Army soldier.
0:28.7	He became a quadruple amputee while serving in Afghanistan back in April of 2012.
0:35.1	But he's just the coolest guy you'll ever meet.
0:37.9	And on this veterans day, I'm proud to have him.
0:40.1	Travis, it's Sid, here in New York.
0:41.9	Welcome back, buddy. How are you?
0:43.8	Hey, good morning. You're looking. Doing well. Thanks for having me.
0:46.5	Man, you left such a lasting impression on me.
0:50.7	I mean, catastrophically injured, you know, you got some issues here, Travis.
0:53.8	But you were laughing,
0:56.0	you were funny, you're great looking, by the way, and you just seem to be enjoying life.
1:02.1	Now, I don't know if we'll have an honest conversation is some of that is just a mask
1:08.3	because you've been through so much, and quite frankly, every day you go
1:13.3	through so much.
1:14.9	But if that's really you, if that's really you, Travis, man, you're a special human being.
1:20.6	Well, I appreciate that.
1:21.6	It is really me.
1:22.2	And what I tell people is I had to, you know, learn a few things.
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