If “the American dream” describes overcoming the challenges of a difficult childhood; serving in the armed forces; having the financial freedom to support not only yourself, but also your family; making a difference in your community through political engagement; and finding love along the way, then Anna Paulina Luna is living the dream.

Luna joins the "Problematic Women” podcast on the eve of the 78th anniversary of the creation of the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps in 1942 formally allowing women to join the armed forces. She shares her journey of growing up in a single-parent home in California as a Hispanic American and finding confidence, success, and a husband through her Air Force service.

Plus, in the wake of Mother's Day, we take a moment to say “thank you” to all our wonderful mothers and chat with Lauren's mom, Karla Evans. And as always, we’ll be crowning our problematic woman of the week.

And this weeks twitter question is: Who in your life would you like to thank for their service or friendship during COVID-19? Tweet at them to say thank you and use the #ProblematicWomen.

Enjoy the show!

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