Audiobooks by Patrick K. O'Donnell

Seeds of Hope: My Journey of Self-Discovery in the Medical Cannabis Business

An immigrant's story of leadership, innovation, and humanity in cannabis medicine. Seeds of Hope is an eye-opening memoir of self-discovery and entrepreneurship against a backdrop of the war on drugs, and a story of the transformative power of medical cannabis and its potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry. Written by Dr. Oludare Odumosu, MPH, PhD, the youngest and first black CEO of a publicly traded global medical cannabis biopharmaceutical company, this book takes readers through his personal journey from “just say no” to becoming one of the leading voices in the global cannabinoid space today. Dr. Odumosu explores the devastating effects of the War on Drugs on cannabis medicine, addiction, and the minority community from a personal lens. He shares his personal experience in cannabis medicine and entrepreneurship, including his personal struggles as his father's health worsens, his astonishment at cannabis' healing effects, and his fears, frustrations, and triumphs as he and his team run an ever-changing obstacle course of rules and regulations created by the state and federal governments. Seeds of Hope also delves into the development of Hope, a groundbreaking, cannabis-based medication used to treat symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Odumosu gives readers an insider's view of the nascent medical cannabis industry, as he and his team work to build their facilities and brand from the ground up. Seeds of Hope is a must-read for anyone interested in the transformative power of medical cannabis and its potential to revolutionize healthcare, including aspiring entrepreneurs. For any student of the human condition, this a powerful and inspiring business memoir that offers hope, insights, and lessons learned on leadership, success, and achieving one's dreams.

Dr. Oludare Odumosu, Patrick K. O'Donnell (Author), Jeremy Michael Durm (Narrator)

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The Unknowns: The Untold Story of America's Unknown Soldier and WWI's Most Decorated Heroes Who Brou

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is sacred ground at Arlington National Cemetery. Originally constructed in 1921 to hold one of the thousands of unidentified American soldiers lost in World War I, it now also contains unknowns from World War II and the Korean and Vietnam Wars and receives millions of visitors each year who pay silent tribute.When the first unknown soldier was laid to rest in Arlington, General John Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Force in World War I, selected eight of America's most decorated, battle-hardened veterans to serve as body bearers. For the first time, O'Donnell portrays their heroics on the battlefield one hundred years ago, thereby animating the tomb by giving voice to all who have served.The body bearers appropriately spanned America's service branches and specialties. Their ranks include a cowboy who relived the charge of the light brigade, a Native American who heroically breached mountains of German barbed wire, a salty New Englander who dueled a U-boat for hours in a fierce gunfight, a tough New Yorker who sacrificed his body to save his ship, and an indomitable gunner who, though blinded by gas, nonetheless overcame five machine gun nests. Their stories slip easily into the larger narrative of America's involvement in the conflict, transporting readers into the midst of dramatic battles during 1917 and 1918 that ultimately decided the Great War.Celebrated military historian and bestselling author Patrick O'Donnell illuminates the saga behind the creation of the tomb itself and recreates the moving ceremony during which it was consecrated and the eight body bearers, and the sergeant who had chosen the one body to be interred, solemnly united. Brilliantly researched, vividly told, The Unknowns is a timeless tale of heeding the calls of duty and brotherhood and humanizes the most consequential event of the twentieth century, which still casts a shadow a century later.

Patrick K. O'Donnell (Author), Dan Woren (Narrator)

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Washington's Immortals: The Untold Story of an Elite Regiment Who Changed the Course of the Revoluti

In August 1776, a little over a month after the Continental Congress had formally declared independence from Britain, the revolution was on the verge of a sudden and disastrous end. General George Washington found his troops outmanned and outmaneuvered at the Battle of Brooklyn, and it looked like there was no escape. But thanks to a series of desperate rear guard attacks by a single heroic regiment, famously known as the "Immortal 400," Washington was able to evacuate his men, and the nascent Continental Army lived to fight another day. Today, only a modest, rusted, and scarred metal sign near a dilapidated auto garage marks the mass grave where the bodies of the "Maryland Heroes" lie-256 men "who fell in the Battle of Brooklyn." In Washington's Immortals, bestselling military historian Patrick K. O'Donnell brings to life the forgotten story of this remarkable band of brothers. Known as "gentlemen of honor, family, and fortune," they fought not just in Brooklyn but also in key battles, including Trenton, Princeton, Camden, Cowpens, Guilford Courthouse, and Yorktown, where their heroism changed the course of the war. Drawing on extensive original sources, from letters to diaries to pension applications, O'Donnell pieces together the stories of these brave men-their friendships, loves, defeats, and triumphs. He explores their arms and tactics, their struggles with hostile loyalists and shortages of clothing and food, their development into an elite unit, and their dogged opponents, including British General Lord Cornwallis. And through the prism of this one group, O'Donnell tells the larger story of the Revolutionary War. Washington's Immortals is gripping and inspiring boots-on-the-ground history, sure to appeal to a wide audience. "Patrick O'Donnell is blessed with a rare gift for storytelling and a keen empathy for the realities of soldiers in combat. He walks in the footsteps of his subjects like few other historians are able-or willing-to do. In this impressively researched, well-written book, he brings the world of the American Revolution to life with an immediacy that almost defies belief...Washington's Immortals is a must read for anyone even remotely interested in the American combat soldier, regardless of the era."-John C. McManus, author of The Dead and Those about to Die, D-Day: The Big Red One at Omaha Beach

Patrick K. O'Donnell, Patrick K. O’donnell (Author), William Hughes (Narrator)

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First SEALs: The Untold Story of the Forging of America’s Most Elite Unit

From bestselling author Patrick K. O’Donnell comes the untold story of World War II’s first special operations combat swimmers—the forerunners of today’s Navy SEALs. In the summer of 1942, an extraordinary group of men—among them a dentist, a medical student, a Hollywood star, an archaeologist, a British commando, and even former enemies of the Allies—formed an exceptional unit that would later become the US Navy’s Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Teams. Known as the Maritime Unit, it comprised America’s first swimmer–commandos, an elite breed of warrior-spies who were decades ahead of their time when they created the tactics, technology, and philosophy that live on in the Navy SEALs and shape the battlefield of today. During the war, the unit conducted some of the most daring operations behind enemy lines, but after the war its astonishing record was classified, lost, and buried—until now. In First SEALs, Patrick K. O’Donnell tells the remarkable story of World War II’s Maritime Unit—one of the greatest untold stories of World War II. “Patrick O’Donnell has set the gold standard for war histories rich in color, drama, and detail.”—Douglas Waller, New York Times bestselling author, praise for the author

Patrick K. O'Donnell, Patrick K. O’donnell (Author), John Pruden (Narrator)

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Dog Company: The Boys of Pointe du Hoc-the Rangers Who Accomplished D-Day's Toughest Mission and Led

In the tradition of Band of Brothers, acclaimed combat historian Patrick K. O'Donnell cinematically tells one of World War II's greatest untold stories. It is said that the right man in the right place at the right time can mean the difference between victory and defeat. This is the dramatic story of sixty-eight soldiers in the US Army's Second Ranger Battalion, Company D-"Dog Company"-who made that difference, time and again. From D-day, when German guns atop Pointe du Hoc threatened the Allied landings and the men of Dog Company scaled the sheer ninety-foot cliffs to destroy them; to the slopes of Hill 400, in Germany's Hürtgen Forest, where the Rangers launched a desperate bayonet charge across an open field; to a "quiet" section of the Ardennes, where Dog Company suddenly found itself on the tip of the spear at the Battle of the Bulge; the men of Dog Company made the difference. America had many heroes in World War II; however, few can say that, but for them, the course of the war would have been very different. The right men, the right place, the right time-Dog Company. "A great American writer."-Clive Cussler, New York Times bestselling author

Patrick K. O'Donnell, Patrick K. O’donnell (Author), John Pruden (Narrator)

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Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs: The Unknown History of the Men and Women of World War II's OSS

"Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs is a superbly told story of the men and women of the OSS. They helped write the book on special operations. I was struck by the similarity of the context of their stories to ones I've experienced in different combat situations. This book is a must-read for those in the special operations business today and anyone else who wants to learn about the exploits of the real warriors of the OSS during WW II. Only by understanding the deeds of those who have gone before us can we appreciate the sacrifices made that paved the way for the outstanding records established by present-day special warriors."-Captain Robert A. Gormly, USN (Ret.), author of Combat Swimmer and former SEAL team commander "A revealing look into the intrigue and extraordinary courage of our intelligence gatherers of World War II. A rare combination of suspense thriller and true heroism by a great American writer."-Clive Cussler, New York Times best-selling author

Patrick K. O'Donnell (Author), Christopher Lane (Narrator)

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Give Me Tomorrow: The Korean War's Greatest Untold Story—The Epic Stand of the Marines of George Com

"If I were God, what would you want for Christmas?" With a thousand-yard stare, a haggard and bloodied marine looked incredulously at the war correspondent who asked him this question. In an answer that took "almost forever," the marine responded, "Give me tomorrow." After nearly four months of continuous and bloody combat in Korea, such a wish seemed impossible. For many of the men of George Company, or "Bloody George"—one of the Forgotten War's most decorated yet unrecognized companies—this would be their last day. This is the epic story of George Company, Spartans for the modern age. After storming ashore at Inchon and fighting house-to-house in Seoul, America's last reserve unit found itself on the frozen tundra of the Chosin Reservoir facing an entire division of Chinese troops. Little did this small band of men—green troops who had been rushed through training to bring fresh forces to the war—know they would soon be saviors. This is their story, and it will never again be forgotten. "O'Donnell's storytelling is superb…Each page resonates with authenticity."—Col. Dick Camp (ret.), author of Operation Phantom Fury

Patrick K. O'Donnell, Patrick K. O’donnell (Author), Lloyd James (Narrator)

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We Were One

Five months after being deployed to Iraq, Lima Company's 1st Platoon became one of the first American forces to enter Fallujah. Award-winning author and historian Patrick O'Donnell stood shoulder to shoulder with the platoon as they fought through the streets, their casualties mounting. This is their story.

Patrick K. O'Donnell (Author), Paul Michael Garcia (Narrator)

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Into The Rising Sun

O'Donnell uncovers the hidden history of World War II through interviews with its most elite troops. By at last telling their stories, these men present an unvarnished look at the war on the ground, a final gift from aging warriors who have already given so much. "Those seeking the uncensored truth and a dose of military history will not be disappointed." -AudioFile

Patrick K. O'Donnell (Author), Jeff Riggenbach (Narrator)

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