In the season finale of Make the Donuts, Eric Sabiston sits down with legendary Marine Corps Captain Dale Dye — the man who changed how Hollywood portrays war. From Platoon to Saving Private Ryan and Band of Brothers, Captain Dye brought gritty realism and authentic military leadership to the big screen.

In this powerful conversation, Captain Dye opens up about:

• His two tours in Vietnam and the experiences that shaped his mission in life
• How he convinced Oliver Stone to let him train the Platoon cast in the jungles of the Philippines
• Why real leadership comes from love, trust, and shared hardship
• His thoughts on modern veterans, America’s political divide, and the need to bring back national service
• Lessons from decades of mentoring actors and Marines alike

If you’ve ever admired the realism of war films or wondered how military authenticity makes its way to Hollywood, this episode is a masterclass in leadership, storytelling, and service.

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