🎉 Season 4 Finale! 🎉

Before we take a break to film our ALL NEW reality TV series (premiering this fall 👀), we’re closing out the season with the ultimate girl talk — and trust us, this is the episode you NEED to hear. 💬💅

In this no-holding-back finale, we're diving deep into:

🚩 How to spot red flags in relationships AND friendships

🙅‍♀️ Why it’s time to stop putting up with liars, love-bombers, and walking red flags

👀 The toxic traits that fly under the radar — like being overly controlling or always making you question your worth

💔 Friendship breakups & emotional manipulation

Plus...

🔥 Fan-favorite segments: AITA (Am I The A💥hole?) and our weekly "Ick of the Week"

✨ Whether you’re re-evaluating your circle or just need a little tough love, this episode is your sign.

💥 We’ll be back in October with fresh episodes AND behind-the-scenes tea from our reality show — so make sure you’re subscribed and following!

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Dear Deployment Diaries, It's not me, it's you! : The 7 Emotional Stages Every Military Spouse Knows

📦 Missing them already? Or just missing your routine? In this week’s episode, we dive into the real talk behind military deployments — from teary goodbyes to solo parenting chaos, surprise strength, and the “don’t touch my system” re-entry phase.

Whether you're a seasoned military spouse, new to forces life, or a supportive partner just trying to hold it together, we break down the stages of deployment we all go through — emotionally, mentally, and let’s be honest... logistically.

🎧 In this episode:

• The 7 emotional stages of a deployment (yep, rage-cleaning is one)
• Listener stories that'll make you laugh-cry in solidarity
• Our weekly fan-faves:
• 👉 Ick of the Week – because someone had to say it
• 👉 AITA (Am I The Armywife-Hole?) – spicy debates included
• 👉 Listener Q&A – your stories, your questions, our brutally honest takes

💬 Top search terms covered in this episode:

military spouse podcast, deployment stages, military wife life, forces family podcast, coping with military deployment, solo parenting during deployment, emotional support for military partners

❤️ Whether you're dealing with a fresh send-off, halfway through the madness, or adjusting to post-deployment life, this episode is your go-to deployment therapy — minus the awkward welfare calls.

🫡 Pad Wives Assemble. You’re not alone. We’ve got you.

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This week on Pad Wives Assemble, we’re getting real about the pressure of growing up and growing a family — especially when military life is in the mix. From being constantly asked “So, when are you having kids?” to wondering “Am I even ready?”, we open up about first time motherhood:

👶 The fear of not coping with motherhood

⏳ The ticking timeline and “Have I done enough before becoming a parent?”

🎖️ The pain of partners missing scans, milestones, and firsts because of deployments

We talk about the emotional load of becoming a parent while holding everything else together, and how military life adds another complicated layer to already tough decisions.

Plus, as always:

🧼 Ick of the Week

👀 Reddit of the Week

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You’ve just started dating someone in the military… cue the butterflies, excitement — and boom — deployment orders. In this episode of the award winning podcast Pad Wives Assemble, Sophs and Kirsha dive into the whirlwind of early military romance when things get serious, fast. We’re talking:

💭 Are these feelings real or is it the military pressure cooker talking?

💔 Do I say “I love you” now or wait until after the tour?

🤯 What if this doesn’t work out — and do I really want this life long-term?

From questioning the fast pace of military relationships to navigating the emotional rollercoaster of "dating during deployment," we share our own stories, listener confessions, and as always…

🧼 Ick of the Week — because red flags still wave in uniform.

👀 Reddit of the Week — one post, one drama, and juicy questions

It’s messy, it’s raw, and it’s way too soon to be crying into your pillow — but here we are.

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Another postcode, another panic pack... In this episode, we talk all things military postings with kids. From the dreaded "You've been posted" email to explaining to your little ones (again) why they’re saying goodbye to their friends, we get honest about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with moving military-style.

We share tips for keeping some kind of routine, helping kids settle quickly, and how we cope when it feels like you’ve just unpacked and it’s time to start all over again.

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In this heartfelt episode, we open up about the messy, beautiful, and often uncomfortable journey of healing. From letting go of guilt for not having it all together to learning how to sit with our emotions instead of running from them — we’re getting real about what it means to truly accept ourselves, flaws and all. We talk about breaking down the pressure to “bounce back,” why it’s okay to feel stuck sometimes, and the quiet power in simply showing up for ourselves. Whether you're in the thick of it or just starting to process, this episode is your reminder that healing isn’t linear — and you are allowed to take your time.

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In this episode, we dive into the awkward, hilarious, and sometimes downright weird world of making friends as adults. From navigating small talk and mom groups to trying to break into tight-knit cliques on base, making new mates isn’t always as easy as it was on the school playground. We chat about how to spot your people, the cringe moments we’ve all had trying to build connections, and why finding your tribe as an adult feels a bit like dating — but without the awkward flirting and terrible pick-up lines. Grab a coffee and join us for some real talk, and plenty of laughs.

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In this lively and unfiltered episode of Pad Wives Assemble, we hand the mic over to you, our amazing listeners! From heartwarming moments to hilarious housing mishaps, you’ve shared your favourite parts of being a military spouse — from building friendships across postings, safe communities for the kids, and unforgettable events, to the real glamorous stuff like accidentally glossing a ceiling and praying you don’t get charged on march out (we’ve all been there!).

We dive into your top tips and questions — including how to make your first military house feel like a home, even when it’s full of magnolia walls and mystery cupboards. We break down our go-to Pad Wives Essentials: the 14-day report game plan, must-have moving hacks, and why sorting the beds first is the golden rule of every posting.

Whether you're a seasoned pad wife or about to tackle your first move, this episode is full of laughs, lived experience, and little gems to help make the journey smoother.

Because when one of us wins… we all gloss over the damage together.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jasmine — a former serving soldier, now a military spouse, solo parent, and rising voice on TikTok — to explore the unique complexities of life on both sides of the uniform. From the discipline of service life to the emotional toll of unaccompanied marriage, Jasmine shares her candid experience of transitioning out of the military while supporting a partner still serving — all while raising a child largely on her own.

We talk about identity after uniform, the strain and strength of long-distance military relationships, the realities of solo parenting within the military community, and how she uses social media to connect with others navigating similar paths. With honesty, humour, and heart, Jasmine gives us a raw look at the reality behind the highlight reel — and how she’s finding balance in the chaos.

Whether you're a serving member, veteran, spouse, parent, or supporter, this episode sheds light on the unseen emotional labour of military life — and the quiet courage it takes to live it, especially when you're doing it solo.

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In this episode, we dive into a raw and often whispered topic within the military community—cheating. We unpack two powerful Reddit posts: one from a serving member and another from a military spouse, offering personal perspectives on infidelity, trust, and the impact of rumours.

We confront the harsh stigma that “all military personnel cheat,” explore the infamous "Leroy and laundry powder" stereotype.

Is infidelity genuinely more common in the military, or does it just feel that way because we’re on the inside looking out?

We also talk about the reality that anyone can cheat—regardless of gender, profession, or background—and how false accusations can be just as destructive as the act itself.

It’s a tough conversation, but a necessary one. Let’s talk about it.

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