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Join Jen M Wagman, Founder and President of GenVETS, Inc., as she leads a panel discussion on transformative programs for veterans and their families.Join us for an engaging discussion with leaders from the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), the nation's largest and most trusted military officers' association. With over 360,000 members, MOAA works tirelessly to advocate for the rights, benefits, and quality of life of uniformed service members, veterans, and their families.

Send us a Text Message. Special guest Pete Werner, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and current Council President for the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) in Tennessee, joins Donna and Jay in this episode as they explore the pivotal role MOAA plays in advocating for veterans' rights on Capitol Hill. Pete shares stirring stories of MOAA's achievements, including the fight to protect Tricare for life and the establishment of scholarships for ROTC cadets. He also emphasizes the importance of remembering the silent heroes—the spouses and dependents—who support our service members from the home front. Join us as we uncover the power of advocacy, the strength in numbers, and the ongoing mission of service that extends beyond the uniform. Because as Pete reminds us, with MOAA's motto ringing true, we "never stop serving." To learn more about MOAA and how you can get involved, visit moaa.org and tune into this episode to hear firsthand the impact of collective action and dedicated service. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Donna's Links Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017) Blog: Taking Off The Armor IG: @thetransitioningwarrior Twitter: @wtpc FB: The Transitioning Warrior Jay's Links Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/ Book: Breaking Average (2020) Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

Special guest Pete Werner, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and current Council President for the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) in Tennessee, joins Donna and Jay in this episode as they explore the pivotal role MOAA plays in advocating for veterans' rights on Capitol Hill. Pete shares stirring stories of MOAA's achievements, including the fight to protect Tricare for life and the establishment of scholarships for ROTC cadets. He also emphasizes the importance of remembering the silent heroes—the spouses and dependents—who support our service members from the home front. Join us as we uncover the power of advocacy, the strength in numbers, and the ongoing mission of service that extends beyond the uniform. Because as Pete reminds us, with MOAA's motto ringing true, we "never stop serving." To learn more about MOAA and how you can get involved, visit moaa.org and tune into this episode to hear firsthand the impact of collective action and dedicated service. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Donna's Links Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017) Blog: Taking Off The Armor IG: @thetransitioningwarrior Twitter: @wtpc FB: The Transitioning Warrior Jay's Links Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/ Book: Breaking Average (2020) Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

Send us a Text Message.Special guest Pete Werner, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and current Council President for the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) in Tennessee, joins Donna and Jay in this episode as they explore the pivotal role MOAA plays in advocating for veterans' rights on Capitol Hill.Pete shares stirring stories of MOAA's achievements, including the fight to protect Tricare for life and the establishment of scholarships for ROTC cadets. He also emphasizes the importance of remembering the silent heroes—the spouses and dependents—who support our service members from the home front.Join us as we uncover the power of advocacy, the strength in numbers, and the ongoing mission of service that extends beyond the uniform. Because as Pete reminds us, with MOAA's motto ringing true, we "never stop serving."To learn more about MOAA and how you can get involved, visit moaa.org and tune into this episode to hear firsthand the impact of collective action and dedicated service.Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.comDownload on Apple Play and Google PlayOnline-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month.Donna's LinksWebsite: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/CoachingBook: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)Blog: Taking Off The ArmorIG: @thetransitioningwarriorTwitter: @wtpcFB: The Transitioning WarriorJay's LinksWebsite: https://j2servantleadership.com/ Book: Breaking Average (2020) Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

Peggy Davis shines a light on the transformative power of sports for women.  From personal development, to building resilience and fostering diversity, discover how athletics empower women and girls to excel in life.  Take a listen to this inspiring conversation.    Show Notes:  Resources:    Virginia State University  https://www.vsu.edu/  https://govsutrojans.com/    NCAA  https://www.ncaa.org/index.aspx    NCAA Eligibility Center  https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/    NCAA Demographics Database  https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2018/12/13/ncaa-demographics-database.aspx      Bio:  Peggy Davis  In her 20th year at the helm of the Virginia State University Athletics Department, Associate Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, Peggy Davis continues to enhance a proud legacy of caring and concern leadership. Her influence in competitive excellence has guided the Trojans to over twenty NCAA Division II tournament appearances as well as twenty-six CIAA Championships Titles, twenty CIAA Divisional Titles, and forty-four Coach of the Year honors.    During her tenure, the Trojans have won the C.H. Williams All-Sports Award (men) on eleven occasions and the Loretta Taylor All-Sports Award (women) on six occasions. The awards are given to the top male and female athletic programs within the conference, based on championship finishes.    The Trojans have not only experienced significant success on the competitive surface, but have also established all-time benchmarks academically under Davis' guidance. The Trojans posted its highest Graduation Rate and Academic Success Rate in school history since the inception of the measure. VSU Athletics was recognized by the NCAA and honored as part of the Presidents' Award for Academic Excellence. In 2020 the Athletic Department was recognized by the NCAA as the recipient of the NCAA Division II Award of Excellence.    Davis is a three-time, Hall of Fame honoree (at Virginia State University, Howard Payne University and Bastrop High School). Alongside her Hall of Fame honors, Davis was awarded the 2021 MOAA Distinguished Service Award. This award acknowledges and honors the effort of individuals who have given service to MOAA and strive to promote understanding and appreciation of diversity in its multitude of forms.  She has been named Athletic Director of the Year by the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) seven times. She is also a two-time honoree of the Jeannette A. Lee Administration Achievement Award. Davis has been recognized on two separate occasions as one of the Top 25 Outstanding Women in Higher Education & Beyond, by Diverse Magazine, as well as being named the Under Armour SE Region for Division II Athletics Director of the Year. Davis served as the Interim Commissioner of the CIAA during the search for a Commissioner.  She was the first female to lead the 12-member historic athletic conference.    Her career at VSU has been dedicated to encouraging hard work and producing results. She has overseen numerous athletic facility improvements on the campus, beginning in 2004 and continuing today. The largest facility improvement to date is the $84 million Multipurpose Center which opened in February 2016. In 2022 Rogers Stadium took on a different look with the addition of field turf followed by a new NCAA certified track. In 2023 four sports programs were added (Men and Women's Lacrosse; Men and Women's Soccer).    She has and continues to serve on numerous NCAA and CIAA Committees to include the NCAA Mental Health Advisory Board. She has served as President of the Executive Board with the Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA) and committee member on the NCAA Division II Legislation Committee. She is also a current member of the Women Leaders in College Sports (WLS) as well as the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA).     A native of Bastrop, Texas, Davis received her undergraduate degree from Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX. She received her Master's Degree from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, TX. Davis and her husband, Thomas, have two daughters. 

MOAA Officers, Steven Lucks and Mike McCoy, join Paul Watson in the studio to discuss the Military Officers Association of America and what this group is doing to shift legislation, advocate for military veterans and their families, and continue the mission of serving through volunteer efforts. Then, meet Jodi Walter—a Veteran who is developing a Veterans Only program at Cross Fit Falcon View to inspire, connect, and heal Veterans.   The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is a Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.      

MOAA Officers, Steven Lucks and Mike McCoy, join Paul Watson in the studio to discuss the Military Officers Association of America and what this group is doing to shift legislation, advocate for military veterans and their families, and continue the mission of serving through volunteer efforts. Then, meet Jodi Walter—a Veteran who is developing a Veterans Only program at Cross Fit Falcon View to inspire, connect, and heal Veterans.

MOAA Officers, Steven Lucks and Mike McCoy, join Paul Watson in the studio to discuss the Military Officers Association of America and what this group is doing to shift legislation, advocate for military veterans and their families, and continue the mission of serving through volunteer efforts. Then, meet Jodi Walter—a Veteran who is developing a Veterans Only program at Cross Fit Falcon View to inspire, connect, and heal Veterans.

The Military Officer Association of America (MOAA) is the nation's largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. They are a great partner of ClearanceJobs in acting as a resource for our military community. MOAA's Senior Director, Career Transition and Member Services, Col. Brian D. Anderson, USAF (Ret), joins the podcast to chat about the power of networking as you are navigating your military (including spouses) transition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

151: "Leaving the show does not mean that I'm leaving the community." Saying Goodbye to Jenny Lynne StroupJen Amos and Jenny Lynne officially record for their final time as co-hosts. They open up the bittersweet discussion with icebreaker questions that give insight into their social media presence, career challenges, and their favorite fast food restaurants. Jenny Lynne shares why she has decided to step down as cohost, her highlights of being on the show since Season 3, how she's expanded her network to the various military branches, and how she'll continue to remain friends with Jen. Jen expresses thanks for Jenny Lynne's contributions and reflects on her own personal growth since she began the show in Summer 2019. In the end, Jenny Lynne reassures listeners that although she's leaving the podcast, she will still continue to serve the military community.--RETURNING FALL 2023The award-winning podcast, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, is returning for Season 7 in Fall 2023 to share inspiring stories of service and self-sufficiency from the military community! This show is a must-listen for military servicemembers and families interested in pursuing financial autonomy while serving our nation.The show is very excited to announce its new partnership with The Rosie Network, which will include featuring the stories of Service2CEO Cohort Members. Read more about this exciting partnership at https://issuu.com/therosienetwork/docs/me_mag_2023/16Our main sponsor US VetWealth is proud to announce their newest FREE resource hub: Military Retirement Blueprint — the perfect knowledge library for career retiring military officers who want to make the most of their retirement. This specialized program provides training, guides, consulting, investment-grade insurance strategies, financial & retirement planning, and more. Join for FREE today by visiting: https://usvetwealth.com/war-chest-learning-center-access-the-military-retirement-blueprint/Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT Questions? Email jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com In August 2022, Jen Amos' work on the podcast was recognized by Disney Institute and she was hand-selected as the only non-Disney employee to moderate the first Military Spouse Employment panel for the Veterans Institute Summit. March 2022, Jenny Lynne has voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. In September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. In November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show was a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. September 2022, the show was a Finalist for the 13th Annual Plutus Awards presented by Capital Group for “Best Military Personal Finance Content.”Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue...

Welcome to Episode 2 part 2 of The Baron 52 MIA Mystery "The Crash Investigation" Part 2 of featured guest, aviation archaeologist Col (ret) Ralph Wetterhahn. Ralph has become a real-life "Indiana Jones," traveling the world in search of aircraft wrecks, our nation's missing-in-action, and the amazing stories these discoveries reveal. Ralph's documentary efforts have appeared on NOVA, Discovery, and National Geographic Channels, and he is widely read in Air & Space/Smithsonian, MOAA's Military Officer Magazine, Popular Science, Leatherneck, and VFW Magazine, among others. He is also the author of four books, including The Last Battle, which won the prestigious Colby Award. In this episode, Ralph and our team will delve into his investigation of the mysterious Baron 52 crash. Ralph's extensive knowledge of military aviation, coupled with his experience as a combat pilot, makes him the perfect person to help uncover the truth behind this tragic event. So, please sit back as we continue to explore The Baron 52 MIA Mystery. More information about Col Wetterhaun - https://www.aviationspeakers.com/ralph-wetterhahn Host's of the Baron 52 Series Podcast: John Bear, lead researcher of the US POW/MIA Family Locating and Stories of Sacrifice Podcast. John Matejov and Mary Salzinger, siblings and Primary Next of Kin of Sgt Joseph Matejov who is the subject of this podcast. 361st TEWS Squadron family member, fellow researcher and Matejov family supporter, Heather Atherton. Heather is the daughter of Lt Michael Moore who was a pilot in the 361st TEWS Squadron (known as the "Front Enders" on the EC-47 aircraft. Heather is a board member of nonprofit “Legacies of War” an organization that educates the public about the American secret war in Laos and works to remove unexploded ordnances still impacting lives today. Find our podcast, Stories of Sacrifice on your favorite podcast player or visit https://www.storiesofsacrifice.org/ How You Can Help: All money raised goes to support our Podcast and our POW/MIA Family Research where we are directly involved in the repatriation of WW2 POW/MIA's. Direct Support - https://paypal.me/JBear213 Please visit our affiliate links that help support our Podcast and POW/MIA research. I will earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. All money earned goes to support our Podcast and support to POW/MIA family research. Flipside Canvas - Owned by Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer (USMC). At Flipside Canvas, we believe that art offers an opportunity to showcase your commitment to empowering yourself and others. High quality materials that will last 100+ years. All our art comes stretched and ready to hang on your wall. 100% Made in America using locally sourced and manufactured materials. https://flipsidecanvas.com/?ref=SOSPodcast The Home Depot - Is not only for the Do It Yourself building and construction projects, you have access to over two million products ranging from small appliances to your everyday needs for the home, RV travel to camping. Purchase online and pick up your order at your local Home Depot free of charge or ship it to your home! The sky is the limit on the products offered by the Home Depot! https://homedepot.sjv.io/SOSPodcast FAIR USE NOTICE - These videos may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, such material has been referenced to advance understanding of political, human rights, ecological, economic, scientific, moral, ethical, and social justice issues. This constitutes a "fair use" of any such material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #Baron52 #SgtJosephMatejov #MissingInAction #POWMIA #CIASecretWar #Laos --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofsacrifice/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofsacrifice/support

Welcome to Episode 2 part 1 of The Baron 52 MIA Mystery "The Crash Investigation",  Today's featured guest is aviation archaeologist Col (ret) Ralph Wetterhahn. Ralph has become a real-life "Indiana Jones," traveling the world in search of aircraft wrecks, our nation's missing-in-action, and the amazing stories these discoveries reveal. Ralph's documentary efforts have appeared on NOVA, Discovery, and National Geographic Channels, and he is widely read in Air & Space/Smithsonian, MOAA's Military Officer Magazine, Popular Science, Leatherneck, and VFW Magazine, among others. He is also the author of four books, including The Last Battle, which won the prestigious Colby Award. In this episode, Ralph will delve into his investigation of the mysterious Baron 52 crash. Ralph's extensive knowledge of military aviation, coupled with his experience as a combat pilot, makes him the perfect person to help uncover the truth behind this tragic event.  So, please sit back as we continue to explore The Baron 52 MIA Mystery. More information about Col Wetterhaun - https://www.aviationspeakers.com/ralph-wetterhahn Host's of the Baron 52 Series Podcast:  John Bear, lead researcher of the US POW/MIA Family Locating and Stories of Sacrifice Podcast.  John Matejov and Mary Salzinger, siblings and Primary Next of Kin of Sgt Joseph Matejov who is the subject of this podcast. 361st TEWS Squadron family member, fellow researcher and Matejov family supporter, Heather Atherton. Heather is the daughter of Lt Michael Moore who was a pilot in the 361st TEWS Squadron (known as the "Front Enders" on the EC-47 aircraft. Heather is a board member of nonprofit “Legacies of War” an organization that educates the public about the American secret war in Laos and works to remove unexploded ordnances still impacting lives today. Find our podcast, Stories of Sacrifice on your favorite podcast player or visit https://www.storiesofsacrifice.org/ How You Can Help: All money raised goes to support our Podcast and our POW/MIA Family Research where we are directly involved in the repatriation of WW2 POW/MIA's. Direct Support - https://paypal.me/JBear213 Please visit our affiliate links that help support our Podcast and POW/MIA research. I will earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. All money earned goes to support our Podcast and support to POW/MIA family research. Flipside Canvas - Owned by Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer (USMC). At Flipside Canvas, we believe that art offers an opportunity to showcase your commitment to empowering yourself and others. High quality materials that will last 100+ years. All our art comes stretched and ready to hang on your wall. 100% Made in America using locally sourced and manufactured materials. https://flipsidecanvas.com/?ref=SOSPodcast The Home Depot - Is not only for the Do It Yourself building and construction projects, you have access to over two million products ranging from small appliances to your everyday needs for the home, RV travel to camping. Purchase online and pick up your order at your local Home Depot free of charge or ship it to your home! The sky is the limit on the products offered by the Home Depot! https://homedepot.sjv.io/SOSPodcast FAIR USE NOTICE - These videos may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, such material has been referenced to advance understanding of political, human rights, ecological, economic, scientific, moral, ethical, and social justice issues. This constitutes a "fair use" of any such material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #Baron52 #SgtJosephMatejov #MissingInAction #POWMIA #CIASecretWar #Laos --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofsacrifice/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofsacrifice/support

Buckle up to time travel to World War II and the post-war era as Hoosier History Live explores Indiana connections to the acclaimed Tuskegee Airmen. There even are Indiana/Tuskegee links; such as MOAA, to the aerial competition that eventually became known as "Top Gun", the inspiration for blockbuster movies. This show follows up a program in 2017 that delved into the lives of several Hoosiers who were fighter pilots in the trailblazing squadron, which drew its name from the Tuskegee Army Air Field in Alabama. This time, as Hoosier History Live salutes Black History Month, we will spotlight an aviator and educator from Angola, Ind., who became the director for the first two phases of flight training for the Tuskegee Airmen. Not only that, four of the Tuskegee pilots trained by Dr. Lewis Jackson (1912-1994) went to win the championship trophy in the first U.S. Air Force competition that came to be called "Top Gun". Those pilots in that initial competition (officially called the Air Force Fighter Gunnery Meet) were flying an aircraft made in Evansville, a Republic P-47 Thunderbolt. Our guide for all of this and other Tuskegee/Indiana connections will be Reginald DuValle, an Indianapolis native who graduated in 1979 from the U.S. Air Force Academy. Known as "Reg", he is the past president of the Indianapolis chapter of Tuskegee Airmen Inc, a nonprofit that honors members of the all-black Army air squadron who served during an era when the military was segregated.

Welcome back to an exciting new season of Hearts & Stripes podcast.  Season 5 is our Roller Coaster Season where we are looking at the highs and lows of service marriages.  In this episode we are catching up with 2020-2021 AFI Military Spouse of the Year, Paulette Fryar.  She shares some of the phenomenal organizations she is connected with and the resources available for military marriages.  Here is a quick look at the conversation highlights:   Mission Milspouse - https://missionmilspouse.org Mission: Milspouse originally began as Army Wife Network founded in April 2009. At that time, it joined together what was previously known as Army Wife Talk Radio (est. 2005), Field Problems, and Loving A Soldier blog. Today, Army Wife Network fully rebranded to become Mission: Milspouse in January 2023 and is a fully-vetted 501(c)3 non-profit organization! Check out their relationship resources along with their other awesome insight: https://missionmilspouse.org/category/relationships/ MOPs Military Virtual - https://www.mops.org/military/ Any mommas looking to connect?  MOPs Military is launching virtual opportunities for you to do just that!  Be sure to learn more at their website and connect on social at https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymopsmoms.     MOAA - https://www.moaa.org Get connected with an organization fighting to secure your family's future after service live.  Learn more about their legislative advocacy and utilize their helpful resources on finances, transitional jobs, pay, benefits, health and so much more.  MOAA is a proud MMD Mission Partner and we are grateful for all that they do.   Plunder wit Paulette - It's the season of love with Valentine's Day, which means its the perfect time to love yourself and others.  Treat yourself with statements and meaningful reminders with Plunder jewelry collection.   Blended Families - A unique experience in military life. Paulette and I would love to know if you want to hear more on blended families in the military.  We want to ensure our discussions serve the variety of military marriages experiences.  If blended families or any other topic is something you'd like to hear more on, reach out on social @militarymarriageday or email militarymarriageday@gmail.com. Today's Heart Tracks are I Will Survive & God Bless The Broken Road https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dYWe1c3OyU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaQHyHwFgeg   Stay tuned for a vibrant and vulnerable season as we encourage you to thrive and stay #milmarriagestrong   Let's Connect: To get even more on Hearts & Stripes podcast, resources, community and more head to https://www.militarymarriageday.com Connect with Military Marriage Day on IG & Facebook @militarymarriageday and check us out on YouTube Connects with Bree on IG https://www.instagram.com/itsbreecarroll

January/February is military organization month on Veterans Corner Radio. It is a chance to hear from the leaders of some of our veterans' organizations. The Military Officers Association of America has a new leader. Replacing retired USAF Lt. Gen Atkins is retired USAF General Brian Kelly. MOAA is strong and growing stronger by the day with membership climbing and new legislative challenges being met by a force of lobbyists that they have deployed on the Hill. Listen in to hear how they are affecting your future.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com

As we conclude our third season of the Never Stop Serving Podcast, host Olivia Nunn speaks with MOAA member Col. Nicole Malachowski, USAF (Ret). Our season has largely focused on war stories, but in this episode we learn of a dynamic career cut short by a surprising illness. After several deployments flying the F-15E Striker Eagle, Malachowski became the first female pilot in the Thunderbirds, the Air Force's demonstration team. Following several assignments, including command of the 333rd Fighter Squadron, she was named a White House Fellow and Executive Director of the Joining Forces Initiative to support military families. In 2017, Malachowski was forced to medically retire due to the debilitating effects of a tick-borne illness. She has since become an advocate for wounded warriors and patients suffering the effects of tick-borne diseases.

Navy Capt, Army Major, Military Officers Association of America, previewing next week's MOAA conference in Athens

Utah State AD John Hartwell departs Logan, Lead1 and MOAA discuss new initiative to examine search firm placements and hiring trends, Boston College AD Blake James has confidence in FB HC Jeff Hafley, and more. Be sure to check your inbox to see more of today's news and notes from around the nation. We would love to know what you think of the show and you can let us know on social media @D1ticker. If you are not subscribed to D1.ticker, you can and should subscribe at www.d1ticker.com/.

Jim Nantz's to make his last call, Central Arkansas AD Brad Teague on the ASUN to Conference USA movement, LEAD1, MOAA and the Black AD Alliance's diversity study and more. Be sure to check your inbox to see more of today's news and notes from around the nation. We would love to know what you think of the show and you can let us know on social media @D1ticker. If you are not subscribed to D1.ticker, you can and should subscribe at www.d1ticker.com/.

We begin with a new feature here on WTS: The Reddit Quiz. Think you can do better that Tommy in identifying the anxiety based only on the comments left on a Reddit post about it? Good luck! From there, we dig into the perils of technology and getting older. We've got a few resources for you, like this one from MOAA on how you might overcome technophobia. And if you're not feeling bad enough about your own age and relationship with technology when we're done with you, you'll be thrilled to learn about Arachibutyrophobia thanks to the submission of a devoted listener.  

In this episode, Major Brooks Rose tells us about the stand-up of a virtual Military Officers Association chapter exclusively for judge advocates, active and retired, providing another avenue for networking. For more info, email Brooks at moaajavc@gmail.com

149: "Telling your story, getting it down on paper, getting it out through art, and getting it out in the world, in some way, is mystically healing." Heart to Script with Amy Uptgraft and Lea Johnson At the Veteran's Spouse Project (VSP), Amy Uptgraft and Lea Johnson work very hard to create a safe space for military spouses to share where they are on their life's journey. Amy updates us on the current VSP offerings since she first joined us in February 2021. First time on the show, Lea shares the headspace she's currently in as she and her husband anticipate military transition. Together, they talk about their intense desire to build true community based on authenticity, how everyone's story has equal weight, how listeners can sign up for their next Heart to Script program, and much more. Get Involved with The Veterans Spouse Project https://veteransspouseproject.org/ (https://veteransspouseproject.org/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAwmu0ULu3yp4TZ8TlFaMQQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAwmu0ULu3yp4TZ8TlFaMQQ) https://www.facebook.com/veteransspouseproject (https://www.facebook.com/veteransspouseproject) https://www.instagram.com/veteransspouseproject/ (https://www.instagram.com/veteransspouseproject/) Additional Resources 079: “The stability of a military spouse's mental health is the cornerstone of the military family.” Theatre and expressive arts with Amy Uptgraft https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/episode/079 (https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/episode/079) Announcements Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth is a Finalist for the 13th Annual The Plutus Awards presented by Capital Group for “Best Military Personal Finance Content.” Read more at https://bit.ly/hdtf-plutus-22 (https://bit.ly/hdtf-plutus-22) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned...

148: "Thank you for being a part of our journey and seeing value in our candidness. It's an honor." Checking in with Jen and Jenny Lynne Jen and Jenny Lynne take a break from interviewing to reconnect! They reflect on how much they enjoy the pace of Season 6, how Jen's priority to feel locally rooted has influenced the format of their show, their pre-recorded thoughts about attending Disney Institute's Veterans Institute Summit, and much more. Announcements Jen and Jenny Lynne are going to Disney World to attend Disney Institute's Veterans Institute Summit on August 19 to 20, 2022! Learn how you can register online at https://www.disneyinstitute.com/disney-institute-summits/veterans-institute-summit/ (https://www.disneyinstitute.com/disney-institute-summits/veterans-institute-summit/) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY (https://bit.ly/3dnCacY), or write a LinkedIn Recommendation for Jen Amos https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/edit/forms/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/edit/forms/recommendation/write/) or Jenny Lynne Stroup https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lynne-stroup/edit/forms/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lynne-stroup/edit/forms/recommendation/write/)

147: "We build trust when we can put a face and a story to an offering." San Diego Military Family Collaborative featuring Jen and Jenny Lynne In late March 2022, San Diego Military Family Collaborative (SDMFC) invited Jen and Jenny Lynne to their first member-only training of the year to share tips and tricks on marketing. Together, they share how the show began, how Jenny Lynne became a co-host, how they foster community, how they maintain and grow the show, and much more. The San Diego Military Family Collaborative supports and strengthens the military-connected community through education, advocacy, and engagement. Learn more at https://sdmilitaryfamily.org/ (https://sdmilitaryfamily.org/) Connect with SDMFC https://www.facebook.com/sdmilfam/ (https://www.facebook.com/sdmilfam/) https://twitter.com/SDMilFam (https://twitter.com/SDMilFam)  https://www.pinterest.com/sdmfc/ (https://www.pinterest.com/sdmfc/) https://www.instagram.com/sdmilfam/ (https://www.instagram.com/sdmilfam/) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY (https://bit.ly/3dnCacY), or write a LinkedIn Recommendation for Jen Amos https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/edit/forms/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/edit/forms/recommendation/write/) or Jenny Lynne Stroup https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lynne-stroup/edit/forms/recommendation/write/...

144: "With the amount of crap we endure, there's no reason why military marriages should not have the strongest, most sustainable relationships." Military Marriage Day with Bree Carroll Bree Carroll believes in strengthening military marriages so much that she founded Military Marriage Day, which takes place annually on August 14th (strategically six months after Valentine's Day). She shares a snapshot of what it's like being a full-time entrepreneur, how the Hearts and Stripes podcast was created from seeing a lot of her friends experiencing divorce, her relationship with her husband, her findings from the 2020 Military Marriage Survey, what to expect for this year's Military Marriage day, and much more! Connect with Bree Carroll https://bcarrollevents.com/ (https://bcarrollevents.com/) https://www.instagram.com/itsbreecarroll/ (https://www.instagram.com/itsbreecarroll/) https://www.instagram.com/bcarrollevents/ (https://www.instagram.com/bcarrollevents/) https://www.facebook.com/itsbreecarroll (https://www.facebook.com/itsbreecarroll) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF7psa2nI0NpdI2HYwJ4qDA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF7psa2nI0NpdI2HYwJ4qDA) https://www.pinterest.com/BCarrollEvents/ (https://www.pinterest.com/BCarrollEvents/) Learn more about Military Marriage Day https://militarymarriageday.com/ (https://militarymarriageday.com/) https://www.facebook.com/militarymarriageday (https://www.facebook.com/militarymarriageday) https://www.instagram.com/militarymarriageday/ (https://www.instagram.com/militarymarriageday/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqGsao3UM-EqClBoitz8RQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqGsao3UM-EqClBoitz8RQ) Subscribe to the Hearts & Stripes Podcast https://heartsstripes.podbean.com/ (https://heartsstripes.podbean.com/) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service

About Today's GuestJen Goodale separated from the Marine Corps in 2009 after seven years of active duty service. Upon graduation from the University of North Carolina in 2002, she was commissioned as a second lieutenant. After completing Basic Communications Officers Course, she was assigned to 9th Communication Battalion in Camp Pendleton, Calif. As a platoon commander, Goodale deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In her final assignment, she served at Marine Barracks Washington as a member of the 8th & I parade staff and a project manager at the Marine Corps Institute.    In 2013, Goodale joined the Member Products and Services team at MOAA. In this role, she focused on engagement with the currently serving community and fundraising to support MOAA initiatives and programs. In 2016, she began supporting The MOAA Foundation as an independent contractor. Since that time, she has become passionate about improving military spouse employment opportunities through her work with the “Keeping a Career on the Move” Military Spouse Symposia series. In 2021, Goodale was selected to serve on the advisory board for the Military Family Advisory Network.      Goodale is a North Carolina native and has a bachelor of arts degree in interpersonal and organizational communication studies from UNC-Chapel Hill and a bachelor of science degree in nutrition from Arizona State University. She is married to an active duty Marine, and they have two daughters and two dogs.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeMOAA Web SiteMOAA Legislative Action CenterPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThe PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Leadership Skills that Drive Impact. This course is designed for those who are interested in learning how to use collective impact principles to foster collaboration and increase impact for service members, Veterans, their families, and their caregivers. You can find a link to the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/leadership-skills-that-drive-impact This Episode Sponsored By:This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

141: "Look for community and resources. The worst thing that you can do is isolate yourself when there's something you're struggling with." Food insecurity advocacy with Heather Campbell From a civilian standpoint, one may assume that military families are "taken care of." But PCS moves, spouse unemployment (or under employment), growing families, and unexpected expenses are some of the main factors that can cause food insecurities for military families. Thanks to her background as a registered dietitian, Heather Campbell knew how to feed her family on a tight budget. She realized that other families were also experiencing financial difficulties. She shared her knowledge, which led her to volunteer more of her time, to now food insecurity advocacy. Heather discusses the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, unspoken burdens of military families, the importance of building community, and much more. Connect with Heather Campbell https://www.instagram.com/glorynutrition/ (https://www.instagram.com/glorynutrition/) https://facebook.com/glorynutrition (https://facebook.com/glorynutrition) https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathersutphencampbell (https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathersutphencampbell) https://bossladybio.com/heathercampbell/ (https://bossladybio.com/heathercampbell/)  Resources National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4350 (https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4350) National Military Spouse Network https://www.nationalmilitaryspousenetwork.org/ (https://www.nationalmilitaryspousenetwork.org/)  -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The

It's the Season 7 Finale! This is another special episode in partnership with the Military Officers Association Of America (MOAA). Rebecca is a 22 year veteran of the US Army. She tells me what it is like to attend West Point in the early 1990's. She expresses the difficulties she faced in training and as a woman. We discuss her deployments, the challenges of being a young female officer and she shares some of the best experiences she had in her career. Rebecca shares the benefit of working with MOAA and how their help helped her transition to civilian life. Find out more about MOAA and how they help their members with retirement at www.moaa.org/retirement-resources. Please don't forget to rate and review this episode on Apple Podcasts and follow on Twitter @femvetpodcast and Instagram @thefemaleveteranspodcast. Thank you for your continued support, listening and sharing these episodes. Connect with MOAA https://www.moaa.org/retirement-resources (https://www.moaa.org/retirement-resources?utm_source=KiaBaker&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Influencer) Find Services or Support Veterans Here: (Organizations I love) Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) https://www.moaa.org/ Hope 4 Vets https://hope4veterans.org/ The Barbara Giordano Foundation http://giordanofoundation.org/ Passageways Ltd https://passagewaysltd.org/ Grunt Style Foundation https://www.gruntstyle.com/pages/grunt-style-foundation Burn Pits 360 https://burnpits360.org/

140: "When military spouses come together as a group, they become powerful." The League of Wives with Heath Lee When was the last time you saw a monument to military spouses? Based on Heath Lee's research, there are none. Heath Lee is the author of The League of Wives: The Untold Story of the Women Who Took on the U.S. Government to Bring Their Husbands Home and the Founding Historian at the League of Wives Memorial Project in Coronado. As an advocate for women's history, Heath tells the true story of the military spouses who formed the League of Wives, the national POW/MIA organization, and the National League of Families for American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia. Together, these military spouses battle Washington—and Hanoi—to bring their husbands home from Vietnam. With much anticipation, Heath hopes to see the League of Wives Memorial Project bring the League of Wives Memorial to Coronado. Get in touch with Heath Lee by visiting https://www.heathleeauthor.com/ (https://www.heathleeauthor.com/) Resources League of Wives Memorial Project https://www.leagueofwives.com/ (https://www.leagueofwives.com/) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY (https://bit.ly/3dnCacY), or write a LinkedIn Recommendation for Jen Amos https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/detail/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/detail/recommendation/write/) or Jenny...

139: "Your resume isn't focused on where you've been. It's focused on where you're going." Reinventing yourself for post-military life with Lori Norris Did you know that the military experience has many transferable skills to the private sector? Military transition resume expert and host of the Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast Lori Norris recognizes that service members are rarely taught to market themselves. Since 2005, she has volunteered at the Luke Air Force Base to provide job search education and resume building to veterans. She shares when is the best time for service members to plan for post-military life, how to speak the civilian language, what she considers to be a better word for 'transition,' and much more. Contact Lori Norris https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorinorris (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorinorris) Resources Listen to Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast http://ll4vets.com/ (http://ll4vets.com/) Listen to Jen and Scott's interview on Lori's podcast https://www.nextforvets.com/podcast-episode73 (https://www.nextforvets.com/podcast-episode73) Have you wondered if your resume meets industry standards? Download your FREE Veteran Resume Self-inspection checklist: https://www.nextforvets.com/ (https://www.nextforvets.com/) Check out the latest updates on Holding Down the Fort in our latest newsletter: -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY...

138: "With intentionality, it's possible to find joy in the present and to pursue purpose, regardless of what season of life that you're in." Crafting your life with Christine Hinrichs Is it possible for spouses to balance their dreams and goals within the military lifestyle? Seasoned spouse, mom of three girls, marketing strategist, and host of the MilSpouse Mastermind Show Christine Hinrichs believes so. Even in the midst of her family's next PCS, she publicly demonstrates how military spouses can get unstuck, find fulfillment, avoid burnout, and much more. Connect with Christine Hinrichs: https://milspousemastermind.com/ (https://milspousemastermind.com/)  https://www.facebook.com/groups/milspousemastermind (https://www.facebook.com/groups/milspousemastermind) https://www.instagram.com/milspousemastermind/ (https://www.instagram.com/milspousemastermind/)  https://twitter.com/ChristineHcafe (https://twitter.com/ChristineHcafe) https://www.pinterest.com/chinie/ (https://www.pinterest.com/chinie/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpVjhWE98TbQ_8xk6_dLgPg/videos (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpVjhWE98TbQ_8xk6_dLgPg/videos)  Resources: The Growth Wheel will help you evaluate what the major areas of your life look like today and how you can practically take steps to create a life that lights you up, that matters, and that ultimately helps you become WHO you are meant to be! Learn more at https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel/ (https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel/) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more.

137: "You are not alone if you have a child that requires a lot of medical or educational care. We got your back." Children with special needs with Michelle Norman As the Founder & Executive Director of Partners in PROMISE, Navy spouse of over 25 years, and mother of an 18-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy, Michelle Norman and her team challenge the systematic problems of public education by protecting the rights of military children in special education. She educates on the initiatives of the PROMISE act, reveals the 2021 Military Special Education Survey Findings, celebrates their most recent win, credits her tribe, shares how her daughter is impacted by being a voice to the voiceless, and much more. Connect with Michelle Norman and Partners in PROMISE https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-norman-navyspouse-msoy-advocate/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-norman-navyspouse-msoy-advocate/) https://thepromiseact.org/ (https://thepromiseact.org/) https://www.facebook.com/PartnersinPROMISE (https://www.facebook.com/PartnersinPROMISE) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCywzMqQmH0ovgn_xE0uTzgg (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCywzMqQmH0ovgn_xE0uTzgg) https://www.instagram.com/partnersinpromise/ (https://www.instagram.com/partnersinpromise/) https://www.linkedin.com/company/partners-in-promise/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/partners-in-promise/) https://mailchi.mp/0f2a22e8faaa/pipsignup (https://mailchi.mp/0f2a22e8faaa/pipsignup) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review...

136: "Our definition of success is redefined by our family, not by what is expected of the norm." Transitioning to do something that matters with Genevieve and Chris Kruger It's an overwhelming and exciting time for Genevieve and Chris Kruger as they are months away from retirement! As a retiring career military family, they share how they strategically planned for their transition - years in advance, their definition of success, how they sustained their marriage with faith and counseling, a glimpse into their plans for post-military life, and much more. Contact Genevieve and Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievekruger/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievekruger/) https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.m.kruger (https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.m.kruger) Resources Veteran Wealth Secrets: The Post-Military Playbook for Obtaining Autonomy and Financial Control in the Modern Economy by Scott R. Tucker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM61QLR/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_4CBEKVM53841APBGFXQ1 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM61QLR/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_4CBEKVM53841APBGFXQ1) Military OneSource https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ (https://www.militaryonesource.mil/) USO Pathfinder® Transition Program https://www.uso.org/programs/uso-pathfinder-transition-program (https://www.uso.org/programs/uso-pathfinder-transition-program)  It's a Military Life Cohort Immersion Program https://itsamilitarylife.org/cohort-immersion-program/ (https://itsamilitarylife.org/cohort-immersion-program/)  -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show?...

135: "When you hurt so bad, you think that people don't love you. But the truth is... they do." Healing and advocacy through storytelling with Olivia Nunn What would you do if you finally said, "I need help," only to be told that the earliest you can be helped is in six months? This was the situation Lt. Col. Olivia Nunn and Soldier for Life Director of Communications found herself in when faced with many challenges around her military transition. Newly retired, Olivia openly shares her story and mental health advocacy as the podcast host and producer for the Never Stop Serving podcast series for Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). She brings light to the lack of resources for our military community, the importance of advocating for lower enlisted ranks, the turning point to her suicidal ideations, creating change as a community, and much more. Connect with Olivia https://www.instagram.com/the_olivianunn/ (https://www.instagram.com/the_olivianunn/)  https://www.instagram.com/calm.in.the.storm/ (https://www.instagram.com/calm.in.the.storm/) https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-j-nunn/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-j-nunn/) https://www.facebook.com/olivia.nunn2 (https://www.facebook.com/olivia.nunn2)  Resources MOAA is the nation's largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. https://www.moaa.org/ (https://www.moaa.org/) MOAA's Never Stop Serving Podcast https://www.moaa.org/content/topic-and-landing-pages/moaas-never-stop-serving-podcast/ (https://www.moaa.org/content/topic-and-landing-pages/moaas-never-stop-serving-podcast/) Jen and Jenny Lynne's Interview - Holding Down the Fort - The Military Family and the Backbone that Keeps it Together https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847212/10184211-holding-down-the-fort-the-military-family-and-the-backbone-that-keeps-it-together (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847212/10184211-holding-down-the-fort-the-military-family-and-the-backbone-that-keeps-it-together) If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or dial 988, which has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Learn more at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) For additional mental health resources, check out our past newsletter from December 13, 2021 https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=713c5c25a1186d1f165bc7edd&id=9228ea652a (https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=713c5c25a1186d1f165bc7edd&id=9228ea652a) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne...

134: "Giving social support has helped increase my mental health and has led to all the success in my life." Healing Thru Service with Sgt Q Aaron Quinonez, aka Sgt Q, thought that the anxiety, hyper vigilance, and nightmares he experienced as a Marine was just combat. Little did he know that his transition to civilian life was only the start of his troubles. After eight years of military service, Sgt Q suffered from depression, anger, and panic attacks and was diagnosed with PTSD. He nearly ended his own life in the parking lot of a church, where later he was redeemed by Jesus Christ, who gave him a new life. Sgt Q shares his experiences with the VA, becoming homeless, to now becoming an award-winning author, successful entrepreneur and PTSD ambassador. Connect with Sgt Q and learn about his latest projects at https://sgtq.net/ https://www.facebook.com/SgtQ13 (https://www.facebook.com/SgtQ13) https://www.instagram.com/sgt.q_/ (https://www.instagram.com/sgt.q_/) https://twitter.com/sgtq13 (https://twitter.com/sgtq13) Resources If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or dial 988, which has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Learn more at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) For additional mental health resources, check out our past newsletter from December 13, 2021 https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=713c5c25a1186d1f165bc7edd&id=9228ea652a (https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=713c5c25a1186d1f165bc7edd&id=9228ea652a) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern...

133: "Veterans, especially women, want to continue serving outside of the military. It's just finding that thing that ignites you." Today's female veteran with Cat Corchado It's been 22 years since Cat Corchado transitioned out of the military as an Air Force veteran that served for 20 years. Although she has enjoyed most of her civilian life as a personal trainer, it's only been in the recent years where she's asked herself, "What's next?" It was during the heart of the pandemic when she realized it was time to start the Sisters in Service podcast. In sharing her journey as a podcaster, she reflects on her surprisingly quiet military transition 22 years ago, how she enjoys supporting people to 'be better in their bodies,' being a female veteran in today's society, and much more. Reach out to Cat: https://www.podpage.com/sisters-in-service/ (https://www.podpage.com/sisters-in-service/) http://www.twitter.com/SistersinSvc (http://www.twitter.com/SistersinSvc) http://instagram.com/sisters.in.service (http://instagram.com/sisters.in.service) https://www.facebook.com/sistersinservicecharlotte (https://www.facebook.com/sistersinservicecharlotte) https://www.linkedin.com/in/catcorchado (https://www.linkedin.com/in/catcorchado)  sistersinsvc@gmail.com  Resources The Veteran Retirement Rescue: How to Protect Your Retirement Savings from the Certainty of Uncertain Times is available to order on Amazon and Kindle. F FREE PDF download, visit https://usvetwealth.com/veteran-retirement-rescue (https://usvetwealth.com/veteran-retirement-rescue) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ (https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ ) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd...

132: "Sometimes securing that next income source isn't the most important thing in post-military life." Becoming an entrepreneur with Jason Madden Jason Madden went from serving for 15 years to transitioning to a military spouse, Franchise Entrepreneur, Career Ownership Coach, and Co-Host of the Doin' The Thing Podcast. He shares how becoming medically discharged and his desire to be with his wife were the catalysts for him to reinvent himself as a veteran. Today, Jason educates veterans on the various ways to be an entrepreneur, describes intrapreneurship for people working within a company, how to use your own funds (i.e. the Thrift Savings Plan) to invest in your own business, and much more. Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-madden/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-madden/) jmadden@esourcecoach.com  https://jmadden.esourcecoach.com/ (https://jmadden.esourcecoach.com/)  -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ (https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ ) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Sisters in Service Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY (https://bit.ly/3dnCacY), or write a LinkedIn Recommendation for Jen Amos https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/detail/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/detail/recommendation/write/) or Jenny Lynne Stroup https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lynne-stroup/detail/recommendation/write/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lynne-stroup/detail/recommendation/write/)

131: "Feeding you all with our stories, in turn, feeds us as well." Season 6 Introduction with Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup Jen and Jenny Lynne are excited to be back for season 6 of Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth! They share an overview of what they've been up to in the offseason - including the launch of our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, Jenny Lynne's plans for being awarded the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year, what to expect for season 6, and much more! Resources Read the Spring 2022 Military Entrepreneur Magazine by The Rosie Network's NVMSEA Spotlight on Jen Amos (Pg. 16) https://issuu.com/therosienetwork/docs/april_2022_me_mag-7/16 (https://issuu.com/therosienetwork/docs/april_2022_me_mag-7/16) The Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® Program will be making a LIVE announcement on May 5th. Check out what's next for Jenny Lynne as the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year at https://www.facebook.com/militaryspouseoftheyear/ (https://www.facebook.com/militaryspouseoftheyear/) Listen in on Jen and Jenny Lynne's interview on MOAA's Never Stop Serving Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847212/10184211-holding-down-the-fort-the-military-family-and-the-backbone-that-keeps-it-together (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847212/10184211-holding-down-the-fort-the-military-family-and-the-backbone-that-keeps-it-together) -- The award-winning show, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 6 to answer the biggest question for career military families, “So… when are we gonna get out?” and everything involved with answering this question. Co-hosts Jen Amos and Jenny Lynne Stroup continue to converse with special guests from and for our military community to share knowledge, resources and relevant stories on how we can best “hold down the fort” while on active duty, going through transition, and into post-military life. Holding Down the Fort is sponsored by US VetWealth. Navigate your military retirement pay and survivor benefit plan alternatives by getting FREE access to our white papers. We have a case study library for the following ranks: E7, E8, E9, O5 and O6. Visit https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ (https://usvetwealth.com/retirementpay/ ) Looking for a similar show to listen to? Check out our sister podcast show, The Spouse Benefit Plan, at http://thespousebenefitplan.com/ (http://thespousebenefitplan.com/) Stay connected and get the latest updates from our Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth community by subscribing to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup jennylynne@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com March 2022, Jenny Lynne was voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. November 2020, Jen Amos was awarded “Media Professional of the Year” at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! The show continued to collect award nominations in the following years. September 2021, the show made the Final Slate in the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards for the Government & Organizations category. November 2021, the show was an Award Finalist for the 5th Annual National Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards. December 2021, the show became a Golden Crane Podcast Awards Nominee. Holding Down the Fort has also been featured in multiple media outlets including Military Entrepreneur (M.E.) Magazine, MOAA's Never Stop Learning Podcast, The Leadership Void Podcast, Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, Get 2 Vet, Blue Star Families of Dayton & Southwestern Ohio, Legacy Magazine, U.S. Veterans Magazine, The American MilSpouse, VeteranCrowd Network, It's a Military Life, VirtForce, Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a written 5-Star review on Apple

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are these just the latest buzz words, or do they actually mean something in the military? Is the military a diverse fighting force? How do we grow a diverse fighting force? Does diversity matter? Listen to Olivia Nunn speak to Ms. Pat Williams, the Program Director of Engagement Career Transition Services at MOAA and a 35-year Navy Veteran, and Mr. Anselm Beach, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Equity and Inclusion, about the very topic of DEI. Let's get comfortable with the uncomfortable conversation of diversity. So tune in and listen to the changes and what can be done. 

David Yorck was born in Germany during World War II and came to the United States in 1950. After joining the U.S. Marine Corps, he was immediately sent to Vietnam for the first of multiple tours. He would serve there as a platoon commander, company commander, and in an intelligence role.In this edition of "Veterans Chronicles," Col. Yorck walks us through the horrors of combat, his frustrations with the system, and how his role changed with greater responsibility. He also tells us about the Marine who helped him most in Vietnam and remains his best friend to this day and takes inside Operation Phoenix, a mission to identify and root out communists in South Vietnam.Finally, Col. Yorck discusses his extensive work with the Military Officers Association of America, an organization he has served faithfully for decades.

This is the first episode in a limited series in partnership with the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). Captain Pat Williams may have had the most amazing military career of any of my guests. Pat spent 35 years in the Navy. We discuss her experience being enlisted, her move to becoming an officer and the contrast of each type of experience. We discuss why she never deployed on a ship in 35 years, how the military paid for her graduate studies and the impact of being a detailer on the lives of servicemembers. We talk about good leadership, and how diversity is so important to the success of servicemembers. Pat shares stories of how she helped at the Naval Academy to support both students and staff to ensure that everyone was successful. The impact of her work touched so many lives, and Pat gives great advice that can benefit us all. Pat shares her transition out and how she works with MOAA to help officers transition out of the military and into new careers. To learn more about how the Military Officers Association of America supports servicemembers and their families, check out the link below. Follow the Female Veterans Podcast on Instagram @thefemaleveteranspodcast and on Twitter @femvetpodcast. Connect with MOAA https://www.moaa.org/retirement-resources https://www.moaa.org/retirement-resources?utm_source=KiaBaker&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Influencer Find Services or Support Veterans Here: (Organizations I love) Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) https://www.moaa.org/ Hope 4 Vets https://hope4veterans.org/ The Barbara Giordano Foundation http://giordanofoundation.org/ Passageways Ltd https://passagewaysltd.org/ Grunt Style Foundation https://www.gruntstyle.com/pages/grunt-style-foundation Burn Pits 360 https://burnpits360.org/

You've planned for your future, or have you? What exactly are you planning for your future? Is there a difference between savings and investment planning? Do you need to know what stocks are? Is having a 401K or a Roth IRA essential? Do you feel overwhelmed simply asking these questions?Whew! So many questions about money! You've come to the right podcast if you have ever asked these questions! Listen to Olivia Nunn chat with Lila Quintilani, Program Director Financial Benefits Education Counselor, and MOAA, talk about these money matters and more! 

Today, we have the honor of talking to the phenomenal Mary Kelly! Mary is one of the most sought-after speakers on leadership! She is a retired Commander of the US Navy, a Ph.D., CSP, and a CPAE.  Mary has a fascinating story to tell and some great insights and experiences to share! In this episode, she talks about good leadership, planning, and building a culture to encourage decision-making. She explains how to show your people that you care and allocate your time in the most valuable way. She also discusses discipline and developing healthy business habits. We hope you enjoy our engaging conversation with Mary Kelly today!   Mary Kelly's bio   Mary uses US military strategies and tactics and applies them to business systems, helping owners and teams maximize time, capital, and resources.   Profiled in Money Magazine, Entrepreneur, Success, Forbes, Men's Health, MENSA, MOAA, the Wall Street Journal, and hundreds of other publications, Mary transforms leaders and their businesses.   Each of Mary's 15 leadership books has its own wine label.  Mary's story Mary grew up in Dallas, Texas. While trying to figure out her life, she was accepted into the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. That did three things for her: It gave her a world-class organizational experience in the educational world. She learned about engineering and leadership from those she considers the best people on the planet. She got the opportunity to serve her country. Serving her country While growing up, Mary was not sure what it meant to serve her country because she had never met anyone in the military.  25 years of active duty Mary initially intended to spend five years in the Navy. However, she felt the work she was doing was very important, and she could not leave. So she wound up doing about 25 years on active duty, mostly in Asia. After retiring from the Navy Mary was a professor at the Naval Academy and thought she would continue with that after retiring from the Navy. However, a colleague in the National Speakers Association saw her speak at a conference and suggested that she take her leadership talks on the road. So Mary decided to spend the next three to five years trying that out.  Women in the Navy When Mary joined the Navy, less than 3% were women. Now, women make up about 14% of the Navy personnel. Women in the Navy have to prove that they have the right to be there. They also have to be better than they would be in other circumstances. Trying to prove herself motivated Mary to work harder. Using power for good Many people tend to underestimate the power of showing up. When Mary's boss showed up at the hospital after one of her petty officers got admitted, she saw how he used his power for good and realized how much of a difference showing up for your people can make. Good leadership Leaders should lead in a way that makes people want to follow them. Their direction should be so good that people become excited, even when things get tough.  Planning Many people feel there is no point in planning anything when everything keeps changing. When people become overwhelmed, over-stressed, or paralyzed with inactivity and fear, leadership needs to kick in.  Good leaders know where they are going Good leaders have a vision, and they are good communicators. They are flexible and have contingency plans. They know where they are going and show up every day, even when the plans change along the way.  Building a culture that encourages making the best decisions Your people need to trust you. They need to know that you've got their back, and you support them, even when they make a wrong decision. Give your people enough grace to allow them to try things, push the envelope, and fail.  Making tough decisions People don't have to like you to respect you or follow you. Team members expect their leaders to be decisive, even when it feels uncomfortable. Leaders have to make tough decisions, and that often involves firing people. Even though firing someone is hard, it sometimes has to be done to strengthen the rest of the team.  Compensation packages Good leaders should take the time to make sure their people know what their compensation package is. Being part of something bigger A leader's job is to make people feel, believe, and understand what they do is more than a job. Your people need to know that they matter and what they are doing is part of something bigger than themselves. PIVOT Mary uses the acronym PIVOT to teach people what they need to show up with every day: P – Purpose I – Influence V – Volatility O – Opportunities T – Technology, Training, and Tactics Care and appreciation People need their leaders to care for them. They want to know that their first-line supervisors appreciate, value, and respect them and need them in the workplace. First-line supervisors can achieve that by showing their people that they trust them. They should also take an interest in their people's personal and career development and have conversations with them, even when there is no problem.  A five-minute plan Mary has a five-minute plan, called The Year In Review Plan, to help leaders decide how to allocate their time, and understand what they need to do that nobody else can do. There are often others that can do things for you better than you can do them yourself. Mary's Not-to-Do List Mary created a template for a productivity planner that anyone can use. It helps people to understand what they do not need to do. You can download it for free at www.productiveleaders.com/free.  Discipline Those who want to own a successful business need to be dedicated, disciplined, and determined. Discipline is all about creating and following a schedule that sets you up for success. Mary structures her day in fifteen-minute increments, from 6 am to 6 pm.  Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website Connect with Mary Kelly On her Website

You did it! A well-earned military career has come to a close; you have faithfully served 20 or more dedicated years to our nation. The time has come, and you now receive a monthly retired check from good old Uncle Sam each month. You can now sit back, relax, play a few rounds of golf and live off that retired check...  right? Well, for most retired service members, the answer is no, and for most retired service members, that retired pension gets taxed at both the federal and state levels. However, there are a few states that even though they have an income tax, they exempt military retired pay and pensions, which can be a real added benefit and cost savings, not only to the military member and their families but it becomes a value-added benefit to the state. Listen to Olivia Nunn speak to retired colonels Jeri Graham and Lee Lange, both of whom are MOAA members who advocate in helping to get all 50 states to exempt military retired pay and pensions. Find out why that's important for not only the military member but for the state and the economy. 

A successful career in the military is no easy feat, regardless of whether that means four years or 30 years. For many, what's even more daunting is creating a second career beyond the uniform. For many military members, trying to answer the question of, "what do I want to be when I grow up," tends to be hard when transitioning after a life of service to the nation. In this episode, listen to Olivia Nunn speak to Pat Cole, the Program Director Career Transition Services at MOAA, who is the resident transition expert, along with Tasha McCullar, a MOAA member, Army Veteran, and more importantly, someone who navigated the transition space and successfully marketed herself for a second career and is thriving. Listen as they talk about the resources readily available to transitioning service members, the tools needed to market oneself, and the simple things you can be doing today to market yourself for a second career. 

Arlington National Cemetery is one of the country's oldest national cemeteries. The cemetery's rolling hills mark the final resting place for more than 14,000 veterans, including those who fought in the Civil War. The nation's premier military cemetery is at a critical crossroads in its history. Nearly all 22 million living armed forces members and veterans are eligible for less than 95,000 remaining burial spaces within these hallowed grounds.Listen to Olivia Nunn speak to Mark Belinsky, Director of Currently Serving and Retired Affairs and MOAA, about the proposed changes at Arlington National Cemetery. Specifically, how these changes could impact current veterans and their families and the importance of calling into your local Congress members to help advocate for our heroes. 

Service to our nation includes so many great benefits, health care being one of them. But what happens when you retire from the military? Where does your health coverage come from? What will it cost? Will the coverage be the same?  Is your coverage automatic when you retire? If you have these questions and more, you will want to tune into this episode to find out!Listen to Olivia Nunn speak to teammate and resident expert Paul Frost, the Program Director for Financial Benefits Counseling, Education, and Veteran Services at MOAA. Listen as they talk about COLA and fees and it being the open season and so much more. You will not want to miss this important episode as it relates to your health. 

Veterans have routinely reported illnesses and disabilities long after they return home from deployments, triggering a battle with the VA for health care and financial benefits. As many as 2.6 million veterans of the Vietnam War were exposed to Agent Orange, a tactical herbicide sprayed to destroy thick vegetation, according to ProPublica. The toxin has been recognized by the VA as a cause of certain presumptive diseases — a status that eliminates the burden of proof of servicemembers as they file claims for benefits — but studies linking other diseases have yet to be recognized.Most recently, veterans exposed to open-air burn pits and other environmental dangers during deployments in support of the war on terrorism are eligible to register their service with the VA. However, researchers, including VA staff, have not completed studies on hazards related to burn pits and other military environmental exposures, according to the VA.Listen to Olivia Nunn speak with teammate Cory Titus, the Director of Veteran Benefits and Guard and Reserve Affairs at MOAA about the importance of understanding the work behind the push for policy and legislation surrounding toxic exposures for our military members. 

Transition or Transformation? However you frame it, it's a change, and change requires planning. Leaving the military after 20 plus years can be exciting but also daunting. One part of the planning phase must include your finances. For many of us, our paychecks have been a given. Every month, twice a month, a check has been deposited on time to our checking accounts. How do you plan for your financial success when there isn't a pay structure? How do you prepare and invest in a 401K, a Roth IRA, or even a rainy day savings stash? If you are one of the annual 200,000 transitioning service members and you find yourself wondering what you should be doing to prepare from a financial standpoint. Listen to Olivia Nunn speak with Shane Ostrom, CFP® , the Program Director for Finance at MOAA, on how you can prepare for your military retirement. 

The Military Officers Association of America is deceptive in that the general public has little knowledge of them. However, they are one of the strongest if not the strongest lobbying organizations for both active duty military and veterans. With 21 lobbyists and a number of other legislative employees and the fact that they represent 350,000 members they are a great force for keeping the needs of our military in front of Congress. Listen in to hear what President Atkins , a man who rose from the enlisted ranks to have three stars on his shoulder has to say about their current efforts and how you can help. 

The Military Officers Association of America exists to preserve the benefits earned by all service members, past and present. When it comes to money, specifically pay and benefits, our service members need to know that organizations are advocating on their behalf. Every year the discussion of pay comes up as part of the Department of Defense's budget. Host Lt. Col. Olivia Nunn, USA (Ret)  and Col. Dan Merry, USAF (Ret), MOAA's vice president of government relations,  discuss the very important topic of pay and benefits and why pay and advocacy go hand in hand. 

The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) is the country's leading organization protecting the rights of military service members and their families. MOAA's mission is to improve the lives of those who serve and their families by advocating for the military community. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak with Mark Belinsky, Director of Currently Serving and Retired Affairs at MOAA, on why knowing who and what MOAA does for the military community. 

Dr. Ed Scott, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at Morgan State, visits @1QLeadership to talk about his process in deciding to take the AD job. Scott covers common misconceptions about working at HBCUs, early wins in his tenure in the chair, and being creative in finding resources. Growing the number of athletics sponsors by over 500% and recruiting top staffers to his department are some of the specifics of the discussion. The conversation wraps talking about MOAA, the Minority Opportunity Athletic Association.

Ralph Wetterhahn went from 1100 knots to 11 knots, while serving as president, U.S. Merchant Marine Veterans of WWII, charged with maintaining and operating the historic SS Lane Victory berthed in San Pedro, CA. In addition, his skill as an aviation archaeologist, has enabled him to become a real life "Indiana Jones," traveling the world from Cambodia to the Russian Far East, to Guadalcanal, to the Philippines in search of aircraft wrecks, our nation's missing-in-action, and the amazing stories that his discoveries reveal.  His documentary efforts have appeared on NOVA, Discovery, and National Geographic Channels, including The Last Flight of Bomber-31, Missing in MiG Alley, Dogfight Over Guadalcanal, and in the Air Aces segment about the legendary Col. Robin Olds.  Widely read in Air & Space/Smithsonian, MOAA’s Military Officer Magazine, Leatherneck, and VFW Magazine, among others, he is also the author of four books: the Colby Award winning The Last Battle, as well as The Last Flight of Bomber-31, The Early Air War in the Pacific, and Shadowmakers.  A graduate of the USAF Academy,Wetterhahn served three tours during the Vietnam War flying fighters in both the U.S. Air Force and Navy, and is credited with downing one MiG-21.  He flew 180 combat missions in the F-4C Phantom and A-7E Corsair, made 144 carrier landings, and was awarded the Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, and 19 Air Medals. He now spends his time working his seven gold claims in Northern California.  

If you want to get something done in Congress then the Military Affairs Committee is the place to go. Congressman Greg Steube shares an insight into the operation of the Veterans Affairs Committee and what is planned in the future for our veterans.

Military spouse Sue Hoppin is a nationally recognized expert on military spouse and family issues. Sue tells us about her own relaunch at the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) 15 years ago in an admin role that led to her becoming MOAA's first deputy director for spouse outreach. While moving every few years nationally and internationally while her husband was an active duty service member, Sue discusses her "strategic volunteering," and the role it has played in her relaunch and beyond. Sue is the co-author of “A Family’s Guide to the Military” for the popular Dummies series and the founder of the National Military Spouse Network (NMSN), a membership organization supporting the professional goals of military spouses. Sue comments on how the Covid threat has popularized virtual work environments and portable jobs, both of which favor the military spouse.

Sylvia found the military by working as a civil servant for the California National Guard. She said it felt like a family and she wanted to be a part of the community as a service member and decided to join. She was mentored by Lt Col Ralph Page who had nine children and took her under his wing and gave her advice and mentorship as if she was one of his children. He was the one who pushed her to apply for Officer Candidate School. Her career culminated with her reaching the rank of Brigadier General that opened doors up for her and gave her the ability to represent women and the Latina community in a place that before did not have a voice or representation.She and her husband are both veterans and are both members of MOAA. And the primary thing they find important and why they are members is through the information provided by MOAA through email updates and the magazine. MOAA helps them stay current on what is going on in the military and on Capitol Hill and allows them to use their voice to contact various government representatives because they know what is happening. She also talked about the lobbying power of MOAA. We talked more about MOAA’s lobbying power in the first bonus episode with Aniela Szymanski, you can check out that episode here.But another critical important benefit is the transition resources, grants, and scholarships available to members. You can get a scholarship, interest-free loans, grants, and more. But there are also resources for resume writing to help you convert your military resume into something that will help you land a new job outside of the military. They also are connected with LinkedIn that can help connect you and build your network. So many great benefits when you leave military service and beyond. Health care is a program that has been on the forefront of Gen Crokett’s career and something she has been paying attention to after service. Currently, the military is looking into re-organizing the billets for medical care, the Spouse Angle interviewed MOAA representative Karen Ruedisueli to talk specifically about this issue, and the work MOAA was doing. And the voice MOAA provided has forced Congress to take another look at the proposed plan. Brigadier General Sylvia R. Crockett was assigned as the Land Component Commander of the California Army National Guard in October 2014. In this capacity, she is responsible for providing command and control over all non-divisional units in California. The units consist of five brigade-level commands and include the 1106th Theater Aviation Sustainment Maintenance Group, 49th Military Police Brigade, 115th Regional Support Group, 223rd Regional Training Institute, and the California Army National Guard Medical Command.General Crockett enlisted in the California Air National Guard as a supply technician in 1982. After serving two years with the 129th Rescue Wing, she transferred to the California Army National Guard to attend the California Military Academy. She was commissioned in 1985 as an Adjutant Corps Officer and subsequently became branch qualified as a Military Intelligence Officer. General Crockett has served in command positions from the Company level through up to the Brigade.Join MOAA TodayRelated Episode:Episode 33: Medical Care Could Soon Look Different for Many Military FamiliesBonus Episode: Advocacy with MOAABonus Episode: MOAA is more that Advocacy

Since 1929, MOAA mission has been to protect your earned military benefits. Through tireless advocacy, they have forged a legacy of success benefiting the entire military community. Become a member today, click here.MOAA Advisory CommitteeRachel serves on the MOAA Active Duty Advisory Committee. She applied for the position while living in Northern Virginia and loves that she represents not only the Coast Guard but military women. Her husband a male military spouse also has his voice heard through her representation. The goal of the advisory committee is to give a voice to military members to help keep MOAA aware of current issues service members and military spouses face. There is also a Military Spouse Advisory Committee.Storm the HillMOAA is active in Advocacy on Capitol Hill and one of the responsibilities of Committee members is being part of the annual storm the hill event. Storming the Hill means a number of MOAA members and spouses come to Capitol on a specific day to talk to Congress members about various legislations that are being worked. When Rachel stormed the hill in 2019, they were advocating for removing the Widow’s Tax, and through the advocacy of MOAA and others, the legislation was changed. She also was able to participate virtually, due to COVID, and had a chance to meet with a congresswoman who normally didn’t meet with MOAA members because the MOAA representative was often a white male. Through her advocacy, she was able to bring a diverse voice to the table and help represent more military members.But MOAA is more than AdvocacyNext, we discuss some of the benefits of being an MOAA member ranging from transition services, hiring symposiums, scholarships, no-interest loans, the Military Officer Magazine, and numerous virtual webinars. MOAA does so much on Capitol Hill, but that is only the beginning of the story of the work MOAA does. Why Join MOAAMOAA needs all Officers to join to ensure their voice is heard. You can become a free member though the BASIC membership where you will be informed through newsletters of the work being done, can be involved in chapter and council membership, and have exclusive discounts on products and travel. If you want to get more out of your membership look into the Premium and Life Membership options. Benefits include scholarships, interest-free loans and grants, advice on financial education, military pay, and benefits, career transition, and a monthly subscription to the Military Officer Magazine. Check out all levels of membership here.Mentioned in this EpisodeJoin MOAA Today!Widow Tax RepealTransition ServicesHealth CareExclusive DiscountsHiring SymposiumsMOAA Job BoardScholarshipsNo Interest Loans and GrantsMilitary Officer MagazineRelated Episodes:Advocacy with Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)

Aniela decided to join the military when she was looking at what she would do in the civilian sector and it wasn’t quite what she was looking for. As she began to search for options, she saw a poster for the Marines and realized she could be a recruiter in the Marine Corps. She went through the Delayed Entry Judge Advocate Program and served on active duty for nine before transferring to the Reserves. She continued to stay active in helping veterans with legal work and that is how she found herself working at MOAA.While at MOAA she worked to help get the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act Passed. That allowed those on ships to get VA coverage for Agent Orange. It took years to get Vietnam Veterans benefits for diseases caused by Agent Orange on both land and sea. And there is currently an act in Congress working to prevent current and recent Middle East War veterans from going through the same long process. It is called the Toxic Exposure in the American Military (TEAM) Act. If you think you are suffering from an illness related to a burn pit check out this link for Veterans Affairs to register. She also worked to close loopholes that limited what “active duty” meant while serving in the Guard and Reserves. Allowing more members to qualify for the Post 9/11 GI Bill and for more members to receive full benefits. This work was directly connected to her service as a Reservist.After watching her father go through a ten-year struggle to qualify for a VA health care and disability from his service during Vietnam she was excited to help work to modernize the VA Claims Process. What used to take over a year now, takes 3-4 months. She encourages veterans to get involved in Veteran Service Organizations especially at the local level. If you can get involved in your local chapter you can help make an impact on the veteran community within your community. Also, reach out to organizations like MOAA and let them know what you are concerned about or struggling with. Real stories from their members are helpful when advocating for changes or benefits. So don’t be afraid to write to MOAA at the national level if you have a concern. They want to listen to you and help you get your voice heard.MOAA’s motto is Never Stop Serving because veterans have service engrained into who they are. So if you are looking to continue serving get involved today!Connect with Anelia:Twitter @akszymanskihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/akszymanski/Resources from MOAA:MOAA.orgForm LettersIf you want to learn more about how a bill is made into law you can check out Episode 49 where Erin Miller shares her experience of getting the law changed to allow her grandmother one of World War II’s Women Air Force Service Pilots to be inurned at Arlington National Cemetery. 

Episode 13 of Prodigy Search Presents features Timothy Wise, the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Facilities and Event Operations at the University of Miami. Tim's department oversight includes: facilities and maintenance services, capital projects/construction, facilities master planning, event management and guest services, camps/clinics, risk management and IT. He is also the liaison to the Watsco Center and Hard Rock Stadium, and also serves as the sport administrator for Miami's rowing team. In this episode, Tim discusses his current role as Associate AD during COVID-19 in addition to the massive capital improvement projects across their entire campus including but not limited to the reconstruction of the Scwartz Center (sports academic center), new development of Carol Soffer Indoor Practice Facility (state-of-the-art football facility) and currently working on building a brand new indoor baseball training facility. He also talks about his involvement with Minority Opportunities Athletics Association (MOAA), and organization that provides the access and opportunity for minorities as they continue their career both on and off the playing field. Tim is passionate about Diversity and Inclusion initiatives for MOAA as well as the University of Miami and prides himself on his efforts. Thank you, Tim for your time and willingness to share. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dr. Renae Myles Payne, Sr. Associate AD for Administration at Miami, chats with Illinois State Volleyball SAAC VP, Kendee Hilliard on @1QLeadership. The discussion covers concerns of parents who have Student-Athletes returning to campus during the pandemic and MOAA's statement on social injustice. Myles Payne emphasizes active listening as an important tool, and calling out discriminatory policies if they exist within the workplace. The conversation also covers being a woman in a male-dominated industry.

Mind Of An Automator Episode 1 I talk about how we can do better and do more as a society to make change. I truly believe that with the power of technology we can do more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationpodcast/support

Andrew and Jessica are continuing on this second episode, giving great information and resources for veterans that want to get into business. There are many opportunities awaiting and some amazing guests offer their knowledge and information about them, such as Rosy McDonough, Director of the Minority Business Office in Colorado, and Amanda Bainton from Military Office Association of America. Listen to this episode to find what are the resources available and also about the opportunities that lay in the market.   Listings of the week: George Albright, Dallas. Veteran-owned Motorcycle Service Shop since 1996, open on weekends, offering veterans a 10% discount on parts. STE: $85,000 to $90,000. Total sales: $350,000. Assets and Inventory $145,000. Price: $430,000. Call 844-735-2249 or email galbright@tworld.com.   Key takeaways: [3:20] Rosy McDonough, Director of the Minority Business Office in Colorado [3:30] What is the entrepreneurial community for veterans today? [4:26] What does the Colorado Minority Business office do to help veterans as entrepreneurs? [5:07] Free consulting and networking for veterans. [5:45] SBDC network. [7:00] Advice for small business veteran entrepreneurs. [8:33] Deal of the week: Al Fialkovich, Colorado. Moving company sold to a company that hires veterans to CEO positions. STE: $250,000. Sold at $600,000. Seller financing. [10:26] Amanda Bainton, executive director of the MOAA foundation. [11:10] Getting veterans to be great entrepreneurs. [12:55] Opportunities giving by MOAA. [15:06] Veterans starting small businesses. [17:01] Why it is easier to buy businesses. [19:40] Veterans make great franchisees. [20:53] Mitigating risks with a franchise model. [21:29] Significant discounts for veterans in the franchise business arena. [24:11] Military Veteran Networking Forum. [24:55] Listing of the week: George Albright, Dallas. Veteran-owned Motorcycle Service Shop. STE: $85,000 to $90,000. Total sales: $350,000. Assets and Inventory $145,000. Price: $430,000.   Mentioned in this Episode: United Franchise Group Transworld Business Advisors Transworld on Linkedin Transworld on Facebook Call us — 888-711-9018 Email us thedealboard@tworld.com Rosy McDonough, Minority Business Office or call 303-892-3840 MOAA Voices for America's Troops Call George Albright at 844-735-2249 or email galbright@tworld.com.

In this episode, we interview the lovely Pam Wakefield. We have a conversation about Pam's career that started as a sonographer, and how that inspired her to move into the loss space to provide healing for mamas and families. Pam has created 'Beyond The Silence' which is an Arts Therapy Program for loss mamas. We discuss how sonographers can engage in the process of delivering the terrible news of a baby's death, the difficulties and joys of being a health professional. We discuss some of the many benefits of arts therapy, and some practical things you can try at home. Pam is a beautiful person, who has the most compassionate spirit. Enjoy this wide ranging conversation. Find Pam Beyond the Silence Instagram Facebook Episode 6 sponsored by Memories of an Angel Memories of an Angel (MOAA) is a social enterprise created by Melbourne based Bereaved Mother Samantha Rowe Samantha created MOAA in 2016 following a string of personal losses which led her to discover that there was a lack of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Keepsakes locally available for Bereaved women and families in Australia MOAA specialises in Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Ribbons, Wristbands, Pins, Jewellery, Ornaments, etc and also provides a variety of Memorial and community events Instagram Facebook

Amanda Bainton is the Executive Director of the Military Officers Association of America Foundation. She has almost 10 years of association program management experience centered on fundraising and professional development services for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. With over 350,000 members, MOAA is the largest association of military officers in the country. A powerful force speaking for a strong national defense and representing the interests of service members, veterans, and their families at every stage of life and career.

Please join us for a 2-part series with College Education Specialist, Kerri Beckert at Anchor Collegiate, as she shares important tips military families need to know about preparing their student for college. Listen in to Part 1- “Paying for College”- where we discuss FAFSA, money and what to consider when looking at the cost of college.   Find the Parent to Parent webinars Completing the FAFSA & CSS or Using Grants & Scholarships at https://www.militarychild.org/webinars Some of the sites Kerri mentioned in the interview: Kerri’s website and blog Anchor Collegiate: http://anchorcollegiate.com/ https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/yellow_ribbon/yellow_ribbon_info_schools.asp https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ MOAA loans and grants http://www.moaa.org/loans/    

My first guest on the Tami Jackson Show* tonight will be Paul Broun. After graduating from the University of Georgia and the Medical College of Georgia, Paul Broun devoted nearly four decades to serving others through the practice of medicine. Dr. Broun is passionate about the medical profession and enjoys helping patients whether as a family physician, in emergency medicine, or in the military. Several years before his election to Congress in 2007, to convenience his patients, Dr. Broun developed a practice based upon a style that is almost unique in modern times – one devoted entirely to house calls. At age 18, he volunteered to serve our nation as a U.S. Marine. He was later commissioned as a medical officer in the U.S. Navy. After his election to Congress, Dr. Broun continued to practice medicine in his role as a medical officer in the U.S. Navy Reserves and was promoted from Lt. Commander to Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserves. In 2012, Paul was deployed to Afghanistan where he treated sick and injured Marines and soldiers. As a military doctor he treated patients in the Navy Health Clinic at Marine Base Quantico and at the Brigade Medical Center at the U.S. Naval Academy. He was honorably discharged in 2014. Dr. Broun is deeply devoted to quality medical care for our Wounded Warriors and Veterans here at home. Paul and Niki Broun have been married since 1985. Dr. Broun has three adult children, Lucy, Carly and Collins. He has two grandchildren, Tillman and Lucile. The Brouns are members of Prince Avenue Baptist. He is a member of the American Legion, VFW, Military Order of World Wars, MOAA, the Marine Corps League, Navy League, and the Reserve Officers Association. An avid sportsman and hunter, Dr. Broun is a Life Member of both the NRA and Gun Owners of America. He is past president of the Georgia Sports Shooters Association and the Georgia Wildlife Federation. His is a former vice president of Safari Club International and is a Life Member of Quail Unlimited, Trout Unlimited and the Federation of Fly Fisherman. Dr. Broun is a strong constitutional conservative and served in Congress from 2007 - 2015. Listen in as Dr. Broun and I talk about several topics, including evolution! ************************** My guest in the second half hour will be Eric Seligman. Erik Seligman is an engineer living in Hillsboro, Oregon, with his wife and 6th-grade daughter. Seligman attended Carnegie Mellon University and Princeton University, and is a formal verification architect at Intel. He served from 2013-2017 on the board of the Hillsboro School District, the 4th largest k-12. district in Oregon. He has hosted a “fun math” podcast called "Math Mutation" for over 10 years, and written two books on non-politics topics. This year, he and local businessman Manuel Castaneda just launched a new podcast, "Stories of Communism." Erik's from my neck of the woods, did some good on the school board, and entertains via Math...crazy! Follow Dr. Broun on Twitter at @PaulBrounMD, Eric Seligman on Facebook, and me on Twitter at @tamij AND tweet your questions/comments during the show. *Sponsored by Camera Security Now, your premier source for surveillance and access control systems for business nationwide; by ROBAR® Companies, a True Custom firearms and firearms finishing shop located in Phoenix, AZ, and found online at RobarGuns.com; and by Dispatches, your site for the BEST conservative resources to fight and win the information war.

We have talked many times about the challenges veterans face with maintaining their mental health after combat. But what if we can address possible mental health challenges before the military member even leaves the service? Can we, and should we, better train our military to handle the mental strains of combat before they go to work? We speak with former Air Force captain Patricia Capps, legislative director for the Central VA chapter of the MOAA, about the creation of a Behavioral Health Corps and what that would mean for military members and veterans.

What's Up In Boone turns the calendar to Summer as Memorial Day weekend is upon us. We cover farmer's market schedules, summer concerts, and other events that are "must see," as you make your plans. George Brudzinski of the High Country Chapter of MOAA updates us on plans for a Veteran's Memorial in Downtown Boone. We also provide some tips for you parents heading up for App State orientation.

Joyce welcomes COL Robert F. Norton, USA-Ret., deputy director Government Relations, for Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). He will discuss the mission of MOAA, which is the nation's largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. MOAA's highest priority is providing first-class service to its members. They are the leading voice on compensation and benefit matters for all members of the military community.