The Spouse Angle

Military spouse wellness and some of the barriers this population faces are the platform for the newest Military Spouse of the Year, Army spouse Evie King. She shares practical wisdom for prioritizing wellness during deployments and military moves as well as underutilized resources all spouses should know about.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.

With the sunset of the widow's tax earlier in 2023, Gold Star families are turning to a new fight: changing a law that takes away survivors' benefits for spouses who remarry before age 55. With the so-called "remarriage penalty" being reevaluated in Congress, an advocate shares the latest updates — and military widows share their personal experiences.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.

As peak PCS season gets underway, a reporter outlines changes to military moving procedures that will impact families. Plus, PCS preparation tips for a smoother move.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.

Lisa Myers was inspired to create the Ceres Chill on her first day back at work in an office as a breastfeeding mom. Now the popular breastmilk storage chiller — that also has other uses — is available on select military bases around the world through a partnership with Janz Corp. Lisa shares her journey from attorney to business owner and how her product is meeting a need among military moms.Contact Lisa Myers, founder of Ceres Chill, at lisam@cereschill.com. Follow Ceres Chill on Instagram and Facebook. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Inflation has hit military families harder than their civilian counterparts, new research shows. A military spouse shares her personal struggles affording the higher cost of goods and a financial expert gives tips for military families who need help.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.

High housing costs not covered by basic allowance for housing and other financial concerns are top of mind for many military families. A new U.S. House of Representatives panel aims to help. Rep. Don Bacon, who is heading the panel, shares what the military community can expect.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.

Instant Teams has launched a digital, safe space exclusively for verified military spouses to gather and connect — no matter where military life takes them.Contact Kate Williams, 12M+ community initiative program manager, at kate.williams@instantteams.com. Download Twelve Million Plus on Apple or Android. The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

A new Partners in PROMISE survey of military families shows military students who rely on special education services may not be getting adequate support in schools. Two moms of children with special needs share more on the data and their own experiences. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

After a leak gushed 20,000 gallons of jet fuel into a well that families relied on for water, many service members and spouses stationed in Hawaii are still distrusting of their water supply. One 10-year Army spouse, who was living on Aliamanu Military Reservation during the November 2021 fuel leak, shares her difficult experience of living without water for four months, and what she thinks about it all now. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Stay-at-home mom-turned-international artist Jess Boldt shares how making art has helped her through the hard times of military life as an Air Force spouse and the importance of making time for the things you love — even if your spouse's military career overshadows your own.Follow Jess Boldt on Instagram and Facebook. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

The Defense Department has released a list of new initiatives aimed at improving military families' well-being. How will these programs help? Will they for sure be implemented? Is DoD focusing on the right issues? Those answers and more.Read Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's announcement.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

In the second part of our series on the Defense Department's new survey of military spouses, officials share data on spouse employment, child care, military family finances and more. View the survey results on Military OneSource.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

A record low satisfaction rate with military life was revealed in the Defense Department's latest survey of military spouses. Three military spouses share their personal struggles with the lifestyle—and why they're not surprised by the results. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Nutritionist, dietician and Army spouse Kristen Noriega helps military spouses prioritize healthy habits through the stresses of parenthood and military life. She shares her best advice for getting through military life's toughest transitions without stress eating — or dieting — plus pro tips for buying healthy food on a tight budget.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Military families impacted by toxic water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, in the 1950s to 1980s now have a two-year opening to file a lawsuit against the Marine Corps, thanks to a new law. A retired Marine master sergeant who lost his daughter to leukemia and a cancer-surviving officer's son share their stories and next steps for military families like theirs.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

A new federal law to help military spouses save for retirement spotlights an often overlooked consequence of the military lifestyle: the difficulty that many military spouses face in setting money aside for their golden years. Military financial expert Lacey Langford breaks down the legislation and what it means for military families. Plus, money-saving tips for the future. Follow Lacey Langford on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

New data sheds light on the problem of food insecurity among military families. A Syracuse University researcher provides some insight, and military spouse comedian Ashley Gutermuth shares how she's using her platform to help. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

Army spouse and stay-at-home dad Sergio Rosario Diaz is the founder of Soy Súper Papá, a global online community helping to support a new generation of fathers who want to be more involved in their kids' lives. He shares his tips for building a community — no matter the size — and the importance of pursuing passions outside of parenthood and military life. Follow Sergio on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

A bronze statue depicting the Vietnam-era League of Wives will be the first public memorial to honor the advocacy and sacrifices of military spouses. Why has it taken so long to recognize these women, and military spouses more broadly? A historian and two military spouses involved with the project share their insights.Read more about the League of Wives Memorial Project. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

States are now required by law to recognize military spouses' professional licenses after a move. The Navy veteran congressman who spearheaded the legislation explains more — and two military spouses share about their endured hassles and the high costs they've incurred just trying to keep their jobs.This episode is sponsored by BlendJet. Go to blendjet.com and use code tsapodcast12 to save 12% off your order OR use the link zen.ai/tsapodcast12, and the discount will be applied at checkout.

As all military service branches struggle to hit recruiting goals, a new survey shows fewer military and veteran family members are recommending military life to others. The president of the Military Family Advisory Network shares why this could be the case, as well as pros and cons from her own military spouse journey.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Are you a military spouse entrepreneur — or want to be? In this week's episode two experts from Syracuse University's D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families talk about tools offered to military spouses and an important study they need help with: the National Survey of Military Affiliated Entrepreneurs.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

With inflation the highest it's been in decades, military families are feeling the pinch. Military Times reporter Karen Jowers breaks down how families are being affected and how they can get help.Read Karen's reporting at MilitaryTimes.com. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Army spouse Maria Mendez Reed, creator and executive producer of "Moving With the Military," shares her passion for the home makeover TV show and the story of her inspirational work with military families.Follow “Moving With the Military” on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

"Top Gun: Maverick" has made $1 billion at the global box office, getting high marks from critics and delighting audiences of all ages. But how accurate is the movie and its original? Four wives of fighter pilots dish the details you don't see in the Hollywood films.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Landmark new legislation will help military victims of burn pits and other toxic exposures get the benefits many have been fighting for. A military widow and burn pit advocate explain why this matters for families currently serving.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

What started as a girls' trip to Poland for a group of military spouses stationed in Germany has manifested into a larger effort to help Ukrainian refugees. Two Army spouses share the story of their community coming together to make a big impact. Plus, how the war in Ukraine has affected their families living close to the action.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Two military moms and researchers break down a new military child care analysis and share their own experiences with the system.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Army spouse C.C. Gallagher shares the story of launching her popular Stressless PCS Kit, as well as tips for military families on the move.Connect with C.C. on Instagram and Facebook. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Marine Corps Spouse of the Year Vinny Toth shares his story of acceptance and belonging after "Don't Ask Don't Tell" was repealed and how he's helping create diverse military spouse communities — especially for male military spouses. Then, Army Spouse of the Year Monica Bassett discusses how she's also advocating for change: for military families dealing with food insecurity and hunger. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

The Army's new "Parenthood, Pregnancy and Postpartum" directive started as a grassroots effort by a Facebook group of moms. Meet two soldier moms who discuss the sweeping changes benefiting new parents and others.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

A new documentary highlights military and veteran spouses' experiences with caregiving, vicarious trauma, dramatic life changes and loving someone with PTSD. In this episode, two spouses involved in the film share their stories. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Comedian Ashley Gutermuth, winner of The Tonight Show Seinfeld Challenge, uses her experiences as a military spouse to inform her jokes. She shares the highs and lows of maintaining a comedy career throughout all the changes of military life and tips for handling backlash on social media — all with a hilarious spin.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, an all-in-one podcast production suite. Use code “thespouseangle” at zencastr.com/pricing to get 30% off your first three months of Zencastr Professional.

Two teenage military kids share their experiences growing up in military homes and what they've personally sacrificed to support their parents' careers.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

As the Department of Defense ramps up suicide prevention efforts focused on firearm safety, the CEO of Stop Soldier Suicide shares data to put the issue in context, and a military widow shares her story and how she's found healing and hope in the eight years since her husband's death by suicide.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

More than two-thirds of military couples are facing challenges building their families — and many say the military lifestyle is directly to blame. In this episode, two military spouses who have dealt with fertility issues share their stories, including the high costs of treatments not covered by Tricare.Follow the Military Family Building Coalition on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Connect with Megan Philpot on LinkedIn.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Author and military spouse Stacey Morgan shares the story of her husband's journey to space and how it changed her life on Earth. Plus, encouragement for other spouses going through long deployments and separations.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Spouse unemployment remains a top concern for military families, the latest Blue Star Families survey shows. A researcher takes a closer look at the numbers and the other challenges military families face — and shares her own experiences as an Army spouse.Read the Blue Star Families report.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

What is it really like to grow up as a caregiver for a wounded warrior? A mother and son share their heart-wrenching perspectives and what types of support have helped them through hard times.Read the Elizabeth Dole Foundation report and Liz Rotenberry's New York Times Magazine essay.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Military families whose kids need special education services are going months without help after moving to a new duty station. A new study shows the barriers many families face when seeking help — and offers some recommendations for success.Read the Partners in PROMISE report. Learn more about the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Military veteran, spouse and psychologist Dr. Kendra Lowe shares how her life's mantra (and book title), "Wake Up, Kick Ass, Repeat," has gotten her through tough times and offers tips for managing the everyday stresses of military life.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

With all eyes on Ukraine, military spouse and foreign policy expert Sarah Streyder breaks down what is happening, and specifically, what military families need to know.Other news podcasts mentioned in this episode include The Journal, BBC Global News Podcast, The Daily and Black Diplomats. Learn more about Secure Families Initiative resources, and follow Secure Families Initiative on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Around Thanksgiving 2021, Navy spouse Mary Monrose started getting headaches so bad she was seeing spots. Little did she know there was jet fuel in her water. Hear her story of what the ongoing water contamination crisis at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii has been like and what she and other military families have endured.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Active-duty service members of color are generally satisfied with the military itself, according to a new survey, but many reported lower levels of pay in the civilian workforce for spouses or fearing for safety in communities with a history of racism. Blue Star Families Racial Equity and Inclusion Initiative Director CT Moss shares the details and her story as a black woman veteran.Read the report.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

It's been nearly two decades since the military's last comprehensive look into military spouse unemployment, and since that time, so much of the workforce landscape has changed. What will a new study show? The president of the National Military Spouse Network shares more.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

"A Journal for Jordan" recently became a major motion picture directed by Denzel Washington, but it first was a memoir from author and Pulitzer Prize winner Dana Canedy. In this episode, Canedy talks about her love story with Army First Sgt. Charles Monroe King, who was killed in Iraq, and the journal he left behind for their infant son that inspired the movie.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

A financial adviser shares her best advice for military families to create and stick to budgets this holiday season.This episode is sponsored by First Command. To learn more about the services the company provides to military families, visit firstcommand.com.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

The author of "I Move A Lot and That's Okay" shares the story of her military upbringing and the experiences that inspired her to write children's books specifically for military kids dealing with constant change.Follow Shermaine Perry-Knights on Instagram. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

A Tricare pilot program is providing military moms with more access to doulas and lactation consultants. Three military spouses who work in this field break down what new moms need to know — and how it could affect the military community long term.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

An Air Force veteran who served in Afghanistan shares the story of her service and transition out of the military, as well as what she wants Americans to know on Veterans Day about military families' experiences.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

As a Basic Needs Allowance is considered in Congress to combat food insecurity, advocates break down what it could mean for the military's neediest families.Follow Veteran Spouse Project on Facebook. Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.