Military OneSource Podcast

Learn about the critical role of secretaries of state in the electoral process. Two distinguished members of the National Association of Secretaries of State share insights into how they ensure a secure, fair and trustworthy election process and discuss the vital support they provide to service members and their families, helping them exercise their right to vote no matter where they are stationed.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Hon. Steve Simon, NASS President and Minnesota Secretary of State, and Hon. Michael Watson, NASS President-elect and Mississippi Secretary of State. NASS is a nonpartisan organization that represents chief election officials from across the United States and its territories.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/deployment/on-deployment/voting-while-you-re-away-from-home-the-absentee-voting-process/ to learn more about the absentee voting process.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn about International Observe the Moon Night, a yearly event organized by NASA where everyone on Earth is invited to observe the moon, learn about lunar science and exploration, and honor the cultural and personal connections we have with the moon. Listeners will gain insights into how this special program can unite military family members — even if they are in different parts of the world — and serve as a gateway to a broader exploration of our solar system.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Andrea Jones, director of International Observe the Moon Night and public engagement lead for the Solar System Exploration Division at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center; and Staci Tiedeken, international partnerships coordinator for International Observe the Moon Night and outreach coordinator for the Solar System Exploration Division at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.

To learn more about educational opportunities offered by NASA for service members and their families, visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/from-earth-to-space-nasa-science-for-everyone/.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Defense Department’s Military OneSource.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

In this episode, we delve into the essential role of the Federal Voting Assistance Program in supporting military spouses to help ensure their voices are heard in elections back home. Learn how FVAP provides comprehensive support — from voter registration guidance to absentee ballot assistance — and get practical tips on navigating the voting process and accessing the tools necessary to overcome voting obstacles.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kehinde Oshikoyapamphille, Federal Voting Assistance Program Manager for the United States Air Force and U.S. Space Force voting programs, and Khiet Ho, Lead Researcher, Secure Families Initiative.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/financial-legal/legal/mobile-military-voting/ to learn more about the absentee voting process.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn about efforts to encourage help-seeking and mental health care in the military, where to go for help, and how members of the military community can support one another.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Air Force Maj. Melinda Marlow, Air Mobility Command Warrior Mental Health working group lead; and Air Force Maj. Cristina Benitez, a licensed clinical social worker who is a member of the working group. The cross-functional working group addresses mental health and wellness challenges for service members.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/health-wellness/mental-health/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn about a special benefit available to service members and their families, veterans and gold star families: free access to America’s national parks. Find out how to obtain the pass and learn about the types of activities and experiences available at these diverse locations, from scenic hiking trails and historic landmarks to unique wildlife encounters and recreational opportunities. Get useful tips on how to plan your park adventure. This episode also highlights the broader impact of this initiative, encouraging a deeper connection to the natural world and fostering a sense of community.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Clay Hanna, Interpretation and Engagement Program Manager for the Washington Office of the National Park Service, and Becca Toy, Interpretation and Engagement Coordinator for the Washington Office of the National Park Service.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/benefits/america-the-beautiful-passes/ to access the park locator tool, get trip ideas and learn more about the America the Beautiful pass.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Hear from employers, hiring experts and military spouses about finding a career and reaching your professional goals as a military spouse. Get tips for achieving success and learn about free resources, including the Spouse Education and Career Opportunities Program and the Military Spouse Employment Partnership.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with attendees at the Military Spouse Employment Partnership annual event welcoming MSEP’s newest partner companies and organizations. MSEP is a Defense Department initiative that connects spouses looking for careers with more than 700 employers across industries who have committed to recruiting, hiring, promoting and retaining military spouses.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/seco/ to learn about the resources and support available to military spouses.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

You spoke. We listened. Hear about the results of the 2022 Exceptional Family Member Program Survey and how the program will continue to evolve to better serve families with special medical and educational needs. Get a brief overview of EFMP and its three components. Learn about the survey process, its purpose and how insights gained will be used to enhance EFMP.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Tomeshia Barnes, associate director of the Defense Department Office of Special Needs. The purpose of OSN is to standardize, enhance and improve Defense Department support around the world for military families with special medical and educational needs. OSN develops policy and provides oversight for EFMP and the provision of special education services offered through the DOD.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/programs/office-special-needs/ to learn about the resources and support available to families with special medical and educational needs.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn what factors trigger police involvement in instances of problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, when the juvenile system gets involved and how it can differ from state to state. You’ll also learn about misconceptions youth might have about PSB, how advice from an attorney can conflict with the need for treatment and what happens during the legal process.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/preventing-harmful-behaviors-in-children-and-youth/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Military spouses own 26,000 businesses in the United States. Learn how the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office supports them and other members of the military community with intellectual property protections and resources.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kathi Vidal, undersecretary of commerce for intellectual property and director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The office issues U.S. patents and registers U.S. trademarks, two tools to protect ideas and brands. The office also offers programs for the military community as well as a host of educational and other resources for entrepreneurs and inventors.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/seco/ to learn about the resources and support available to military spouses.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn about the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutritious food to eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women and their children up to age 5. The program also provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health and social service programs.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Courtney Paolicelli, program analyst with the Department of Defense Office of Military Community and Family Policy; and military spouse and former WIC recipient Dakota Davis, a community health worker with the Uniformed Services University. They discuss how WIC works, who is eligible, special considerations for military families when calculating eligibility and the WIC Overseas Program for military families stationed OCONUS.

Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/food-security-resources-and-support-programs/ to learn about food security resources and support programs available to service members and their families.

Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback.

The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.