Veteran and pin up Jessica is always doing something to help others. Her dedication to serve began with caring for her beloved disabled brother. After he passed away fulfilling his dream to serve in the military. So how did this bright, beautiful, strong female veteran end up in an abusive relationship after returning to civilian life? Find out in Jessica's own words, and hear her advice for surviving it in this episode. 

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When Makissa transitioned from the military back to civilian life, she felt incredibly unprepared. Not realizing that she was suffering from the effects of unresolved trauma that occurred while serving, she struggled. Education was a savior for her. She felt the need to help her veteran sisters find the resources to educate themselves. As with many of us, healing occurs when we face our trauma and return to the veteran community to help others. This is Makissa's story. 

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Season 3 kicks off on a happy note! Raquel Riley Thomas is a pageant title holder, photographer, former Elite model, beauty expert and business mogul. She has the unique experience of being both enlisted and an officer as well as coming from a legacy of women who served in the military. Find out what Raquel wants young women to know who are thinking about serving and how to transition out of the military successfully. Both incredibly talented and kind, Raquel shares her story and some really useful advice.

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No time to listen to each episode or binge the season? Join me and my special guest Meloney, a U.S. Navy female veteran as we discuss each episode of the season. This one includes clips from the episodes and lots of thoughts, feelings and opinions! Thank you to all the female heroes who shared their stories.  Stay tuned for the Season 3 premiere!

Jennifer joined the military with the dream of a long military career. She was thrilled to be stationed on a carrier, the USS Roosevelt. A dedicated hard-worker, she exceled until failing health destroyed her dream. Jennifer turned to acting carving out a brilliant career in one of the toughest places in the world to make it - Hollywood. Hear our veteran sister Jennifer's story and find out what life is like for a veteran working as an actress and her tips for success.  See Jennifer in action! She is currently the host of the CW's "Mysteries Decoded." You can catch up any time on CW Seed, the network's streaming service.  

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Pin-Ups For Vets

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American Corporate Partnership

Veteran Mentorship Program

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Mysteries Decoded Episode list

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This unsettling episode begins where part one left off. Find out the results of the investigation and the aftermath. What happens next will leave you infuriated and emotional. This is a true story of woman, a friend, a daughter, a wife and mother who's life was stolen. 

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Below is what you asked for. Christina

https://www.wfla.com/8-on-your-side/investigations/veterans-want-action-not-redundant-research-on-burn-pit-exposure/

https://www.politico.com/story/2014/08/joni-ernsts-role-in-sex-assault-case-questioned-110333

https://dailycaller.com/2019/01/27/alleged-victim-rape-cover-up-kuwait/

https://www.c-span.org/video/?c4497988/christina-clarke-thundathil-testifies-front-response-panel&start=0

https://sputniknews.com/us/201901281071892702-us-vet-gang-rape-allegations/

https://www.moaa.org/Content/Publications-and-Media/News-Articles/2018-News-Articles/Veterans-Affected-by-Burn-Pits-Applaud-New-Bill-to-Track-Exposure

https://iava.org/press-release/burn-pit-legislation-introduced-by-iava-reps-mast-gabbard-at-historic-press-conference/

https://youtu.be/tV7JC6ZtX-0

Christina joined the Army because 9/11 happened. What happened to her while serving was nothing short of terrorizing. This story has been featured on multiple media outlets and is very triggering. From her equipment blowing up to working in Iraq surrounded by burn pits and a corrupt investigation in part one of her story, Christina is labeled and treated like a criminal by the country she swore to serve. This is a powerful, painful episode to hear.

Links for more information:

https://www.wfla.com/8-on-your-side/investigations/veterans-want-action-not-redundant-research-on-burn-pit-exposure/

https://www.politico.com/story/2014/08/joni-ernsts-role-in-sex-assault-case-questioned-110333

https://dailycaller.com/2019/01/27/alleged-victim-rape-cover-up-kuwait/

https://www.c-span.org/video/?c4497988/christina-clarke-thundathil-testifies-front-response-panel&start=0

https://sputniknews.com/us/201901281071892702-us-vet-gang-rape-allegations/

https://www.moaa.org/Content/Publications-and-Media/News-Articles/2018-News-Articles/Veterans-Affected-by-Burn-Pits-Applaud-New-Bill-to-Track-Exposure

https://iava.org/press-release/burn-pit-legislation-introduced-by-iava-reps-mast-gabbard-at-historic-press-conference/

https://youtu.be/tV7JC6ZtX-0

One of my life-long best friends, and fellow shipmate joins to discuss serving as a pharmacy tech in the US Navy,  her difficult transition out and redefining herself in the civilian world.  Learn how this veteran overcame adversity to create a successful small business as a soloprenuer.

Callie left a small town in Texas to join the military and broaden her horizons.  What happens next may trigger you.  Hear about her experience in the military and how she survived both the Ft. Hood mass shooting and the Walmart mass shooting with her 4 year old son, almost 10 years later in August 2019.  All this while discovering  her husband's betrayal and taking swift action to protect her daughters. This is the story of a survivor. A mother who will do anything to protect her kids.  

Lauren served in a combat zone.  The constant threat of explosions combined with the harsh natural environment caused her a near immediate physical reactions to the stress. Hear her story and find out how she manages P.T.S.D. and constant pain.  We learn how she manages, and is able to thrive in life despite it. Lauren is a photographer and healer with her photos currently on exhibit at The Cultural Alliance in Long Beach, CA.  She chronicles her story on Instagram and Facebook. Find out more about Lauren on social media.  Follow her if you want to learn more about stellate ganglion block. Links below.

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