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Episodes

Aug. 24, 2023

Because I put something together that I was passionate about he is still here on this earth - Matt Watkins

This week I am honored to have MatT on the podcast to share a piece of his story. In this weeks episode we will talk about his time in the Marine Corps, his experience going from Active Duty to reserve and Matt shares his ex…
July 13, 2023

Every where I have been in the Marine Corps I have had some little side hustle - Victor de la Flor

This week I am honored to have Victor on the podcast to share a piece of his story. In this weeks episode we will talk about his time in the Marine Corps, how he has managed to have a side hustle while serving and what he is…
July 6, 2023

I should be more proud of the fact that I am a Marine, not was. - Mike Flynn

This week I am honored to have Mike Flynn on the podcast to share a piece of his story. Mike talks about his time in the Marine and how it took him 20 years to realize he should be more proud of the fact that he’s a Marine, …
June 28, 2023

The journey of bringing 'Juice' to the sky and the Marine Corps - Ferguson ‘Juice’ Dale

I am joined today by Ferguson ‘Juice’ Dale He is the reason for this podcast. I know so many amazing Marines who hesitate to tell their stories. Their stories hold so much power and so many life lessons. Often times though t…
June 15, 2023

Bonus Episode - Integration in the Marine Corps and guest spotlights

The theme of this week is history. In this weeks episode I talk about the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, the deactivation of 4th recruit training battalion and a highlight from all of the female Marines who have bee…
May 30, 2023

Using discomfort to achieve goals and discover new dreams. - Jesse Sieff

I am honored today to have Jesse on to share a piece of his story. In today’s episode we talk about his time in the Marine Corps as a musician and Jesse gives some great advice on starting a business and becoming an entrepre…
May 23, 2023

Marine Corps Defense Attorney - Being Your Authentic Self To Lead - Kristin Hanna

I am honored today to have Maj. Hanna on to share a piece of her story. In today’s episode we talk about her time in service as a lawyer in the Marine Corps, the challenges she faced as a female and why she choice to get out…
May 19, 2023

Marine to widow - not letting one moment define you

This week April shares about her journey into the Marine Corps, her experience exiting the Marine Corps while pregnant and her journey through becoming a widow. April offers so much great advice for female Marines and anyone…
May 11, 2023

Author and Marine Corps Spouse shares how to find your community -Lizann Lightfoot

Seasoned spouse this week I am joined by Lizann– a military spouse, professional speaker, writer, editor, and voice for the military community who created a space to connect with other military spouses and significant others…
May 4, 2023

Leading through trauma to make change happen - Jaysah

I am honored today to have Jaysah on to share a piece of her story. Her story is a story of true perseverance. In today’s episode we discuss her journey through healing trauma from a sexual assault, finding her way as a firs…
April 20, 2023

Ascending Through Military Transitions As A Military Spouse -Nila Thompson

I am honored to have Nila (Leonila) Thompson join me on the podcast this week. Last week her husband Bruce Thompson, MBA shared a piece of his story and how much Nila supported and pushed him. This week Nila talks about some…
April 13, 2023

Ascending Through Military Transition -Bruce Thompson

This week Bruce Thompson joins the podcast to share about his time in the #MarineCorps and how to ascend military transition. You don't want to miss this episode. Bruce is raw in sharing his transition and military health jo…
April 6, 2023

Bonus Episode - Oath We Took

This week to celebrate my birthday I am sharing a piece of my story. I hope my story will encourage more Marines to share theirs. It's not always rose gardens. You can love the Marine Corps and still have things you wished w…
March 30, 2023

Episode 10 - Sirrah Medeiros - From Marine to Author and Publisher

This week I am honored to have Sirrah on to share a piece of her story. We will talk about her journey in the Marine Corps and how she transitioned to an author and publisher. We will even talk about an opportunity for femal…
March 23, 2023

Episode 9 - Alicia Page - $180,000 NROTC Scholarship

This week I am honored to speak with Alicia about her journey into the Marine Corps. Alicia received the $180,000 scholarship which allowed her to go to college and then commission into the Marine Corps. She now currently se…
March 16, 2023

Episode 8 - Kenzie Capers - Paving your own way

This week Kenzie Capers shares about her time in the Marine Corps and her transition out. She shares about how volunteering for opportunities changed her path in the Marine Corps and the struggles that transitioning out of t…
March 9, 2023

Episode 7 - Connor Wentling - Leading with Humor

This week I talk to Connor Wentling who was my executive officer during my time on recruiting duty. Connor uses humor and positivity to lead. He shares his story about his time in the Marine Corps and his transition out.
March 2, 2023

Episode 6 - Anna Fidge

I am honored today to have Anna on to share about her time in the Marine Corps doing Personnel Retrieval and Processing/mortuary affairs. We discuss her journey of mental health healing and transitioning out of the Marine Co…
Feb. 23, 2023

Episode 5 - Marine Corps Educators Workshop

This week instead of speaking to a Marine, I am joined by two high schools educators who attended the Marine Corps Educators Workshop. Each Marine Corps Recruiting Station brings educators to a recruit depot to see the trans…
Feb. 16, 2023

Episode 4 - Michael Diamond

This week I am joined by Michael Diamond my friend and commandant of the Jack Maas Marine Corps League Detachment. He shares a piece of his story and discuss how veteran organizations can better serve the veterans in their c…
Feb. 9, 2023

Episode 3 - Paris Capers

This week I am joined by my first battle buddy in the Marine Corps, Paris Capers. We were young PFC's who checked in together at MCB Quantico. If you know Capers you know he is amazing at telling stories. We laugh, we cry an…
Feb. 2, 2023

Episode 2 - Theresa Brandon, president, National Service Animal Monument

This week I am honored to share a piece of Theresa Brandon's story. Theresa is the president for the National Service Animals Monument. She shares about her time in the Marine Corps, her journey in getting involved with loca…
Jan. 26, 2023

Episode 1 - Courtney Glen White

Courtney Glen White shares her story and her journey in the Marine Corps discussing being a part of the Integrated Task Force, why she joined the Marine Corps, changes in her career field and why she left the Marine Corps an…