Ben Betz’s life as a Navy Seal is all-encompassing. Then, he leaves and begins his search for a new identity.

The Discovery

First days can be exhilarating, terrifying — or a mix of both. They mark the beginning of life’s chapters and define who we ultimately become. My First Day is a KPBS Explore series that explores these important days through people who came to San Diego from elsewhere, and now call it home. Produced and hosted by  Andrew Bracken.