Best True Nubia Podcasts (2024)

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A Female Veteran's Journey To Self Love After A Chaotic Military Experience 1:06:02

9d ago1:06:02

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On this best podcast episode of 2024, Victoria shares her story. We discuss her military experience, assualts, trauma of a very challenging deployment and the impact it had on her family. She shares how her military experience changed her into a monster, and her long journey to heal herself and her family. I learn how gardening transformed her, and…

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Transmuting Grief: A Special Episode of the Female Veterans Podcast with Lola 27:43

1M ago27:43

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In this very special episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I am joined by Lola, who is doing some incredible work for the veteran community. Lola shares her experience facilitating veteran women's indigenous healing circles and discusses the upcoming event - a female veterans grief retreat. She highlights the constant presence of grief in the liv…

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Serving With Pride And Embracing Challenge: Ketara's Story Founder of The Brave Woman Academy 1:16:16

3M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

In this episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I welcome Ketara, a proud National Guard servicemember and the founder of Brave Woman Academy. We explore the often overlooked journey of a guardsman. Ketara shares her multifaceted experiences and the astonishing breadth of skills she acquired, reminding us that the Guard's mission is as critical as …

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The True Grit Of A Female Soldier: Martha's Story of Balancing Military Service, Motherhood, and Seizing Opportunities 1:11:12

4M ago1:11:12

1:11:12

In this inspiring best podcast 2023 episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I chat with Martha, a retired army veteran, who shares her powerful journey from immigrating to the Bronx, New York, from the Dominican Republic, to joining the military at the tender age of 17, and eventually becoming a Medical Service Corps officer. Listen in as Martha re…

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United In Sisterhood - Detrel's Mission To Empower Female Veterans 1:08:42

5M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Welcome back for another gripping episode of the Female Veterans Podcast. Today, we have a rockstar guest joining us - Detrel, an army veteran and founder of the impactful organization, United in Sisterhood. We're going to dive deep into the joys, challenges, and even fears associated with her military service, discussing everything from boot camp …

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An Empowered Voice: Raw Reflections of A Female Veteran -Rachel Oswalt's Story 1:35:17

8M ago1:35:17

1:35:17

In this episode of best podcast 2023, The Female Veterans Podcast, I am joined by fellow podcast host (Your Story Doesn't End Here) and Navy shipmate Rachel Oswalt. She shares her experience of joining the Navy and undergoing bootcamp. She addresses concerns like the lack of challenging curriculum, inadequate leadership, and the impact on mental he…

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The Impact of Career Suppression and Poor Leadership On The Morale of A Female Sailor: Pooja's Story 52:01

9M ago52:01

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This episode of the Female Veterans Podcast I am joined by a shipmate of mine, Pooja, who served with me at my command for a few years. Pooja was staff on the ward of the Naval Hospital and in the fleet. Pooja reflects on her experiences of sexual harassment, assault, and unfair treatment in the military. She also discusses the challenges faced by …

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The S9 Premiere: How Diana Survived Her Fiance Being K.I.A And So Much More While On Active Duty 1:18:38

10M ago1:18:38

1:18:38

On this episode of The Female Veterans Podcast (best podcast 2023) Diana gets candid about her traumatic childhood. She tells me about the abuse she survived that led to her choice to join the Army. Diana shared how she faced boot camp with a bad attitude and was angry at the world. She details her arrival at boot camp, how she adjusted to her firs…

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The Season 8 Finale: Female Veteran And Host Of Nubian Queen Nation Podcast - Nubia's Story 59:53

12M ago59:53

59:53

Today on this episode of the best podcast for women and women veterans, I have the honor of interviewing Nubia, an amazing female veteran podcast host. We talk about her time in the military, the challenges she faced, and her transition to civilian life. Nubia, a New England native, joined the Air Force to see more of the world. During her five yea…

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Hero's Journey: Female Veteran Author Amy Shares Stories From Her 30 Year Military Career 1:05:41

1y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

On this best podcast episode I am joined by another amazing woman veteran. When Amy Forsythe joins the Marines in 1993, she faces the challenge of mastering an intimidating obstacle course and the difficult task of succeeding in a male-dominated environment, all while honoring her grandparents' legacy of service. We discuss Amy's military stories. …

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Empowering Women Veterans: Life Changing Advice From A Veteran Financial Advisor 1:06:27

1y ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Find out why this is a best podcast 2023! On this new episode of The Female Veterans Podcast join us for an inspiring episode about Dr. Ann James an extraordinary 21 year Air Force Veteran, financial expert and coach. She is a successful woman veteran who has transformed her own finances and is now on a mission to empower other women veterans. This…

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Overcoming Deployment: One Woman Veterans Mental Health Journey Through Service, Parenting Betrayal, and Death 1:28:10

1y ago1:28:10

1:28:10

Find out why this vet pod is a one of the best podcasts 2023. In today's podcast episode, I am joined by Army veteran, Ami Ritter. As two board members of Hope 4 Veterans we had a lot to chat about that organization later in the episode. But first, Ami shares her experience in the Army. We discuss gender roles and the male and female differences du…

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This Online Retreat Can Help You Heal 1:08:17

1+ y ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Native American veterans may be the most marginalized demographic of veterans through out our history. Not to mention indigenous female veterans. On this episode, I am joined by 3 amazing Native American women who are dedicated to helping women each in their own unique way. Their passion for working with Native American women veterans has expanded …

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Another Little Rant: LaVena. Vanessa. Denisha. And More. 18:40

1+ y ago18:40

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I felt like it had been too long since we had real talk. In this episode I am discussing what has been going on with me, my thoughts on Veterans Day and I go into my feelings on women being murdered while serving in the military. You don't want to miss this one. Thank you to the sponsor of this episode Grunt Style! Go to www.gruntstyle.com and supp…

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The Truth About Ketamine Use For Veterans With Sonia Cotto CRNA 51:52

1+ y ago51:52

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I am joined by Sonia Cotto CRNA and co founder of The Ketamine Clinic of South Florida. We discuss what ketamine is, how it can help a variety of symptoms and illness such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and more. She shares with me the success rate of ketamine therapy and what you will experience at her clinic. Sonia also helps me understand how ket…

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From The Air Force To The Public Health Service And How She Overcame Infertility: Carma's Story 1:01:24

1+ y ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Carma's experience in the Air Force was unique. Especially her field training experience. It completely blew my mind. Carma was already a registered dietician when she entered the military as a fully qualified officer. She shares with me some of the difficulties she witnessed and experienced dealing with very rigid leadership. We discuss the impact…

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He Was Technically Pronounced Dead But They Brought Him Back To Life - Sadie's Story 1:28:22

1+ y ago1:28:22

1:28:22

Female veteran health and wellness coach Sadie joins me to discuss her US Army military experience. We discuss her experiences during wartime, the death, and injuries due to the conflict and the impact that a suicide had on her experience. We dive deep into being both active duty and a military spouse, and how being tormented and punished about her…

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The Season 8 Premiere: Operation Truth, Vaccine Injury, Gulf War Syndrome and Burnpits 1:08:34

1+ y ago1:08:34

1:08:34

Thank you for supporting The Female Veterans Podcast for 3 years! For the first episode of Season 8, I speak with a disabled veteran and advocate. Sara Boyd created Operation Truth to bring awareness to chronic multi-symptom illnesses caused by vaccine injury but she a wealth of information about illnesses veterans face and have to fight to receive…

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The Limited Series Part 3: Rebecca Patterson's Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officers Association Of America 1:07:17

2y ago1:07:17

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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 ch…

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Another Little Rant: Women's Rights Are Human Rights 11:35

2y ago11:35

11:35

This was recorded on Saturday June 25, 2022. These are my thoughts and opinions. This episode comes with a trigger warning. If you want to answer the questions I asked in this solo episode dm @thefemaleveteranspodcast on Instagram. Don't forget to follow me! And Thank you for your continued love and support. I love you guys!…

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Microdosing: How It Can Benefit Your Mental Health As An Alternative Therapy 1:14:26

2y ago1:14:26

1:14:26

I am joined to discuss the benefits of micro-dosing as a therapy to treat PTSD, anxiety and depression. Donna of The Portland Psychedelic Society. We discuss what micro-dosing is, how it can help you, and how to begin. Donna shares her story, I share some of mine and we offer many resources to educate yourself, including how to join the veterans di…

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The Limited Series Part 2: Kellie Clelland's Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officer's Association of America 1:00:35

2y ago1:00:35

1:00:35

My guest Kellie’s story is a little different than many of my episodes. She served in the Public Health Service, one of the uniformed services of the United States although it is not an armed service. Trained military style and deployed to serve, Kellie shares her experience, both the joys of serving and the difficulties of serving in this branch. …

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The Barbara Giordano Foundation Can Help You 48:27

2y ago48:27

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This episode is all about the work the The Barbara Giordano Foundation does to help female veterans. I am joined by Virginia Giordano, the CEO of the organization, for another chat about how the foundation has expanded to help female veterans from around the world. We talk about specific ways you can benefit from their services. Virginia shares wha…

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The Limited Series Part 1: Captain Pat Williams' Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officers Association of America 1:23:16

2y ago1:23:16

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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 expe…

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The Dangers Of Excessive Drinking In The Military - Esaia's Story 1:41:04

2y ago1:41:04

1:41:04

Marine veteran Esaia and I talk about the "drinking culture" that can be part of being in the military. We discuss how many who serve are young and not educated in the dangers of drinking or how to manage alcohol intake in a responsible way. Esaia shares the story of what happened when her drinking got her into trouble early in her career. We discu…

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Another Little Rant: Let's Talk About The Ukraine Invasion For A Minute 15:04

2y ago15:04

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How are you feeling about what is happening in the Ukraine? As veterans I think we often have very strong opinions about war. Today I was triggered so I thought maybe many of us are. In this mini-episode solocast, I discuss what's lies ahead for the podcast, as well as how this invasion is affecting me and some of the things I have seen in the news…

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Serving in the 1980's - Navy Vet And Ms. Veteran America Finalist Theresa's Story 57:29

2y ago57:29

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Theresa grew up in a military environment. She knew from a very young age that her future was in the Navy. But what she didn't foresee was that she would be a finalist in Ms. Veteran America! Theresa and I chat about her experiences in the Navy, including her dream of being stationed at the former NAS Miramar. We talk about what is was like serving…

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From The Coast Guard To The CIA And Now An Author And Comedian - Caroline's Story 1:04:15

2y ago1:04:15

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Caroline is the author of "Fairly Smooth Operator, My Life Occasionally At The Tip Of A Spear" and her story is an interesting one. As a Coast Guard veteran she shares her experience of being a female in a branch that is still almost entirely male. We share and contrast our experiences serving in the two branches of the military that dominate the w…

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A Little End Of 2021 Rant: What Do You Answer To Thank You For Your Service? 13:12

2+ y ago13:12

13:12

This is a short solo episode. More than ever I hear "thank you for your service" My question is how do you answer that? I'll tell you how I answer it! I also discuss veteran owned businesses and my opinion on how we can better support each other. Find out what www.gruntstyle.com is and all about the work they are doing in the veteran community. Don…

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"You Can't Let This Stuff Build Up Inside You And You Begin To Hate The World" VR's Story 1:20:04

2+ y ago1:20:04

1:20:04

VR Smalls served during the 1980's as a Navy Hospital Corpsman. This is a story that is absolutely heartbreaking to me, as well as inspirational. We talk about how VR decided to end her career after being stationed at a command where the commanding officer seemed to develop a particular type of interest in her career. VR also endured sexual harassm…

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"It Was Like Who Am I Outside Of A Uniform" Lani of Kruse Corner's Story 1:15:31

2+ y ago1:15:31

1:15:31

On a very special Veterans Day episode author Lani Hankins, host of the podcast Kruse Corner joins me to share her experience. While serving in the Army she endured so much during her time on active duty. From being labeled as stuck up to being stationed in a toxic "dog eat dog" environment, we talk about the challenges she faced. We talk about how…

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"Can You Just Listen Long Enough To Hear Their Story" Jessica Forms Break Through Therapy To Help Veterans Heal 1:18:44

2+ y ago1:18:44

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I had such a great time chatting with Jessica a veteran Marine Corps officer, and expert shooter. We talk about how hard it was for her even to be selected to go to OCS, and the training including the use of sleep deprivation. We discuss the importance of good leadership and the impact it has. I learn about how physically damaging service was for J…

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"When You Have Problems In the Military, They Are Real Problems Not Pretend" The Founder Of Brave Original Designs - Jillian's Story 1:05:12

2+ y ago1:05:12

1:05:12

After growing up in a military family it was an easy choice for Jillian to join. After attending a private military university she joined the Navy as a Seabee. We share stories about experiencing both favoritism and some not so good situations. Jillian tells me all about her "wild child" ways and how alcoholism affected her, and why the military wa…

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Season 7 Premiere: "We Don't Want Defectives" Taniki Richard's Story ****Trigger Warning 2:13:24

2+ y ago2:13:24

2:13:24

It's my birthday so what better day to launch Season 7! This is a big episode, I know. But when you hear Taniki's story you'll understand. Taniki is marine veteran, a co-founder of JT Inspire, an author, poet, speaker and podcast host of "Pursuance: Straight Out Of The Box. She is also affiliated with the Wounded Warrior Project. After a night miss…

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Retired Master Sergeant And Advocate For The Legendary All Female WWII Unit The Six Triple Eight: Liz Helm-Frazier's Story 1:30:07

2+ y ago1:30:07

1:30:07

This very special episode is with Liz Helm Frazier an advocate for the legendary WWII unit The 6888. Not only are we discussing Liz's long career and transition out of the military, we dive into her newest mission the goal of having this unit be awarded The Congressional Gold Medal. If you don't know about these historic female veterans, you've got…

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"You Don't Always Have To Follow A Traditional Path" The Season 6 Finale With CDR Corinne Devin 1:30:48

2+ y ago1:30:48

1:30:48

This unique episode is with Corinne Devin who is still on active duty. A commander in the Navy and International Ms. for 2020, she has managed to live a dual life of service dedicated to inspiring and serving others. We discuss her military and the obstacles she has faced and overcome every step of the way. We talk about the impact of being station…

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"They Are Coming For You" Mindy, Author Of A Resilient Warrior's StoryTrigger Warning 1:38:48

2+ y ago1:38:48

1:38:48

I am joined by Mindy Dougherty who is a humanitarian and author of “A Resilient Warrior”. Mindy served as an Army combat medic in Bosnia where she became sick, suffering from appendicitis and pancreatitis at the same time. We discuss her active duty experience followed by the trauma she received from the VA healthcare system. Listen to how she unra…

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This Is How Teia Helps Female Veterans Feel Beautiful After Losing Their Hair - Giveaway Alert! 1:02:44

2+ y ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Teia of Her Hair RX tells me the story of her veteran aunt who suffers from alopecia. We talk about the hair pieces she made for her and how that evolved into a thriving business providing wigs to female veterans who have any type of hair loss. She explains everything you need to know about wearing wigs! Including how to utilize your VA benefits to…

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"I Probably Would Have Been An 8 Year Chief If It Wasn't For The Things That Happened To Me." Pamela Heal's Story 2:00:07

3y ago2:00:07

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I am joined by Pamela Heal, Founder of The Heal Network. We chat about her experience while serving in the Navy. Appearance can be a huge problem for a woman while serving. Too much attention by men can lead to negative relationships with other females and can endanger you with the males. In this case it led to a lot of unfortunate experiences. Thi…

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"It Was A Very Emotionally Trying Time. Because I Loved My Job. I Loved Serving" My Good Friend And Shipmate Johnna Opens Up 2:19:19

3y ago2:19:19

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An unlikely friendship formed between Johnna and I while stationed in Great Lakes, IL. Though we spoke often before I got out of the military, I never really knew her whole story prior to her arrival at my duty station. And I didn't know what horrible events were to take take place after I discharged. In this episode I learn all about the harassmen…

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"Ultimately, I Decided To Join The Guard Because I wanted To Be The Hero Of My Own Story" Kerri Jeter Founder & CEO of Freedom Sisters Media 1:22:08

3y ago1:22:08

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As a young single mother Kerri interviewed for a well paying government job. After a fantastic interview she was informed that the job was hers if she joined The Army National Guard. On this episode we discuss her experiences as an officer, and young woman with a large family blazing a trail in her career. She shares the ups and downs of moving her…

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“I Didn’t Have A Lot Of Opportunities Where I Could Say I Use My Experience From The Military In Civilian Life” Children's Book Author Olympia's Stor 40:05

3y ago40:05

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On this episode, I chat with Olympia an Army veterans doing charity work in Arkansas. We talk about her feelings of frustration regarding being unable to use the skills she learned in the military after transitioning to civilian life. She shares a favorite story from boot camp and we reminisce about A school in the Navy and AIT for the Army. We dis…

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“It Was A Smooth Transition Until I Ran Into A Brick Wall. I Didn’t Sign Up For This” A Very Inspirational Episode With Honor 1:18:09

3y ago1:18:09

1:18:09

Honor thought boot camp was a summer camp. Then active duty happened. After being persuaded by a recruiter to join the Navy instead of going into the Air Force as an officer, Honor faces harsh reality as an undesignated sailor. We talk about Honor's experience, life on ship, multiple assaults and how she gained the strength to heal, share her story…

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"These Women Do Exist. They Exist In Our Magazine. They Exist On Your Podcast" The Founders of AVOW Magazine Sheila And Christina 2:22:10

3y ago2:22:10

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This is a BIG episode! A full length double interview with two incredible female veterans. I chat with both the editor in chief and publisher of AVOW Magazine, a publication made by female veterans for female veterans. Much like this podcast. I am so pleased to be featured in the Winter 2020/2021 issue. I speak with Christina and Sheila about each …

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"I Never Ventured Or Thought In My Life, I Would Go Up There And Testify." Lucy's Journey From MST Survivor To Female Veteran Activist 1:10:33

3y ago1:10:33

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In the summer of 2020 Lucy Del Gaudio found herself preparing to testify on Capitol Hill before Congress in the wake of Vanessa Guillen's murder at Fort Hood. We talk about how we learned of Vanessa's story and all the criminal activity taking place at that base. Lucy shares her story of feeling uneasy displaying femininity early in her career and …

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“We Got This; It’s Another Battle” Penny's Incredible Career From The Women's Army Corps To Becoming A Spy And Much More 1:25:34

3y ago1:25:34

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This story is one I love. It spans 20 years from the 1970's to the 1990's. We talk about how Penny decided to leave home for 20 years, starting her career before WACs transitioned to the Army, reclassifying to intelligence, her work as a spy, the end of The Cold War, The Gulf War and Gulf War Syndrome. We discuss healing traumas and alcoholism. I a…

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"Only Through The Friction Of That Can You Find A New Path Forward" Author Alicia Dill Shares Her Experience In The Army National Guard 1:42:31

3y ago1:42:31

1:42:31

Award winning author of "Squared Away" a series of stories of our veteran sisters, Alicia shares her experience as a journalist in the Army National Guard. We talk about the things she saw and did, stories she wrote as she traveled across the globe while serving, and her difficult transition out. We talk in depth about how marginalized and underpai…

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"Stripes, Strength And Lipstick" The Season 4 Finale: Post Vietnam Era Veteran And Author Jennifer McNeill 1:10:15

3y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

Talented orator, leadership expert and post Vietnam Era veteran Jennifer McNeill shares her military experience. To escape a toxic relationship and create a better life she had to leave her daughter behind. After joining the military she met the love of her life and overcame any obstacle that stood in her way to achieving success. We talk about her…

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"I Call It Forgiving The Uniform." Danique Shares Why She had to Become Reacquainted With Some Respect For It 1:25:39

3+ y ago1:25:39

1:25:39

To fulfill her dream to become a cop, Danique joins the Navy. But her career takes a horrific turn when she discovers the perpetrators are in her own chain of command. Find out what happens when she "tried" to report, and what she had to do to escape sleeping next door to the barracks where her attacker lived. Spoiler alert*** it involves Oprah Win…

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The Veterans Day Episode 11112020: Amanda Huffman Of Women Of The Military Podcast Shares Her Surprising Story 1:04:29

3+ y ago1:04:29

1:04:29

After a great experience in ROTC Amanda gets deployed. What happens next actually took me by surprise. But of course, I shouldn't have been. A base can be a lot like high school campus after all. Find out what made Amanda decided to leave the Air Force in this episode. We also discuss her transition to civilian life, how she overcame her obstacles …

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