The Goode Show

The Goode Show

By Surinder GoodeSociety & Culture
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  • #24 Patrick Holcomb is a long-retired Little League right fielder whose passion for the game far outdistanced his unremarkable talent.

    Patrick Holcomb is a long-retired Little League right fielder whose passion for the game far outdistanced his unremarkable talent. After hanging up his cleats for good, he found his true calling, earned the title US Marine, and spent the next twenty years traipsing around the globe alongside some of the brashest and boldest women and men this country has to offer.

    Running is his passion and backpacking is his joy. And to this day he still hungrily admires each mountain with the same boyish question tumbling through his mind:

    Can I climb that?

    33 min
  • #22 United by Faith; A tale of Friendship Across Military Branches

    In the heart of the military community, where duty calls and alliances are formed, emerges a unique story of camaraderie and strength. Meet Nickie, a veteran who served in the Airforce, and Chessica, a Navy spouse, whose paths intertwined through the shared sanctuary of faith.

    Nickie’s firsthand experience brought depth and insight, offering a different perspective on the challenges of service.


    34 min
  • #21 Mother, Wife and one of my best friends…..meet Christine AKA Girlfriend…one of the first military spouses I met when I moved State side.


    Mother,Wife and one of my best friends…..meet Christine AKA Girlfriend…one of the

    first military spouses, I met when I moved Stateside.

    We’ve

    experienced deployments gave birth to our children, and grieved the passing of
    family and friends.  We’ve supported each
    other through thick and thin.

    It’s

    been a wild ride, and as Mil spouses we know that the journey, although the
    same is very different for each of us.

    I’m

    lucky to have had, and continue to have, a great support system.

    Cheers

    to all the Christines out there!

    38 min
  • #19 The ongoing Childcare Dilemma

    What happens when you’ve had enough of not finding childcare?

     Ask Kayla Corbitt, Military spouse, mother and THE subject matter expert of military childcare. 

    A trusted authority in this specialized field, she has dedicated over a decade to supporting military and veteran families in navigating the intricate landscape of military fee assistance programs and addressing their distinctive requirements. https://www.operationchildcare.org/

    29 min
  • #18 Partners In Promise

    In the heart of the military world, where courage and sacrifice are often celebrated, a unique and inspiring narrative of resilience and unwavering advocacy exists. 

    Meet Michelle Norman, a formidable woman whose life journey has been defined by the roles of a loving mother, military spouse, and a dedicated advocate for children with special needs and challenges within the military community.

    This is the story of a military mom who turned her challenges into a powerful force for change and support within the military arena, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of those who need it the most.https://thepromiseact.org/

     


    40 min
  • #17 Navigating the Waves: Hilary Laxson's Journey as a Coast Guard Spouse and Dyslexia Advocate

    Meet Hilary Laxson, Coast Guard Spouse for 12 years and mother of a daughter with severe dyslexia.

    Hear how Hilary has fought the education system ensuring that her child, and other children have the support they need.Her personal experience has led her to become a passionate advocate for dyslexia education and advocacy.

    She provides Special Education advocacy and consultation to Active-Duty Military and Retired Families in the USA and DODEA from her business The Dyslexia Life. She currently lives in Atlanta where her daughter attends a dyslexia school.Hilary runs a Facebook parent support group called Warrior Parents of Dyslexics and Dodea Dyslexia Parent IEP 504 Support.


    33 min
  • #16 Unchartered Waters; Two Navy Chiefs and their journey to support their special needs child.


    In an eral long before the internet, two Navy Chiefs Abe and Polly Ortiz embarked on an extraordinary journey fraught with challenges as they navigated the uncharted waters of parenting a special needs child. Their story is a testament to resilience, resourcefulness, and unwavering dedication.Their journey began when Jake was diagnosed with a complex set of special needs.. They were in shock and there were no immediate answers or online support groups to turn to. Abe and Polly were faced with the daunting task of not only understanding their son's condition but also charting a path forward without readily available resources. The military infrastructure at that time did not offer a comprehensive support system. With Google being in the distant future Polly spent her time making calls, and connecting the traditional way,Both Abe and Polly retired after serving over 44 years in the service. Jake is 20 and fiercely independent.

    55 min
  • #15 Keep Moving Keep Shooting, Clay Novak

    Clay's military career began in the National Guard, where he heard about an opportunity to earn in-state college tuition in exchange for service. He went on to serve five tours, one deployment shortly after 9/11. Clay has now retired and has transitioned into a successful career as a best-selling author and media consultant.

    1 hr 9 min

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