Gary Metivier is an award-winning author and journalist. A television-news anchor, he enjoys covering a variety of subjects. The author of Saluting Grandpa: Celebrating Veterans, My Mask. My War., and Honor Flight. Metivier lives in Davenport, Iowa, with his wife, two sons, two dogs, and one pot-bellied pig.

After a long career broadcasting the news 3 times a day (earning 3 Emmys (12 nominations), 3 Edward R. Murrows and dozens of other awards for producing, Hosting and storytelling, I walked away to go back into film and tv work. I am now living my dream.

Gary is also involved in two podcasts. One that focuses on positive, inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff. The other being a wildlife/nature series exploring a thrilling journey into the wilderness, where he uncovers the mysteries of nature and celebrates the extraordinary creatures that call our planet home.