Return to Base | A VeteranLife Podcast

Steven Grayhm | ‘Sheepdog’ and Telling the Veteran Story

• VeteranLife • Season 2 • Episode 3

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Host: Cliff Van Rickley
Guest: Steven Grayhm, Writer/Director/Producer/Star of Sheepdog

What happens after the uniform comes off?

In this episode of Return To Base, Cliff sits down with filmmaker and actor Steven Grayhm to talk about his powerful new film Sheepdog—a story that explores the invisible battles many veterans face after service.

Written, directed, produced, and starring Grayhm himself, Sheepdog dives into the emotional terrain of life after the military: identity, trauma, purpose, and the search for connection. The film isn’t just about war—it’s about what comes after, and the path toward healing and post-traumatic growth.

Through this conversation, Grayhm shares why he spent more than a decade bringing this story to life, what the title “Sheepdog” really means, and how the film is resonating with veterans who see their own experiences reflected on screen.


In This Episode

  • The Origin of Sheepdog
  • Response From the Veteran Community
  • Mental Health and the Mission Continued

“Service leaves marks—but it also leaves strength.”

Sheepdog reminds us that while the transition out of the military can be complicated, it can also lead to growth, connection, and renewed purpose. Sometimes the bravest thing a veteran can do is simply tell the truth about what comes after.


Where to Watch

Sheepdog is available now on streaming platforms including:

  • Amazon Prime Video
  • Apple TV
  • Spectrum
  • Comcast
  • YouTube Movies

Learn more and find streaming options at SheepdogTheMovie.com


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