Episode 66: Supporting Foreign-Born Military Spouses with Fadoua Harrabi & Lydiah Owiti-Otieno

Moving to a new country is challenging enough—but imagine doing it while navigating the complexities of military life. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Fadoua Harrabi and Lydiah Owiti-Otieno, two incredible advocates who understand this journey firsthand.

As foreign-born military spouses themselves, they know what it's like to leave everything familiar behind, navigate language barriers, figure out TRICARE registration, tackle immigration paperwork, and learn an entirely new "language"—military culture with all its acronyms, customs, and unspoken rules.

Where do you turn when facing all of this at once? Fadoua and Lydiah decided to BE the help they wished they'd had. Together, they founded the Foreign Born Military Spouse Network—a vital resource providing support, guidance, and community for spouses navigating the intersection of immigration, cultural adjustment, and military life.

This conversation is filled with honesty, resilience, and practical wisdom. Whether you're a foreign-born military spouse or know someone who is, this episode offers hope and real solutions for navigating this unique journey.

Please share this episode with any foreign-born military spouse you know—let's make sure no one has to navigate this journey alone.

Our own Kim Brinkman—associate producer of The Goode Show, military spouse, and incredible mom to seven—sits down for one of the most important conversations we've ever had. Kim knows better than anyone the power of sharing our stories, and today she's sharing hers.

With courage and grace, Kim takes us through the heartbreaking loss of her baby girl Alia to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and how her family found their way through the darkest valley imaginable.

In this tender, honest conversation, Kim shares:

• How she held her family together while her own heart was breaking
• The beautiful support that surrounded her—from her military family to friends who showed up in just the right ways
• Why her faith, her husband, and her six other children became her lifeline
• The small moments of light that helped her keep going
• What she learned about grief, resilience, and the strength we don't know we have until we need it
• Her heartfelt advice for anyone facing unthinkable loss—or walking alongside someone who is

Kim believes deeply in the healing power of sharing our stories, and this one is a gift. It's about love that doesn't end, hope that persists, and the incredible capacity of the human heart to heal without forgetting.

Content note: This episode discusses infant loss and may be emotional for some listeners.

Master Chief Rob Beachy, a native of Grantsville, MD, enlisted in theNavy back in 1995 and has since built a career defined by service andleadership. Today, he serves as the Regional Command Master Chief for the NavyRegion Southwest. In this episode, we dive into his journey—what inspired himto sign on the dotted line, his perspective on what makes a truly great leader,and the experiences that shaped him along the way.

Adding another layer to his story—his wife is also active duty and servesas a Command Master Chief, making leadership a shared commitment in theirfamily.

Join us for an open and honest conversation that pulls back the curtainon the life, challenges, and values of a senior Navy leader.

From coding to cuisine, today’s guest made the bold leap from computerspecialist to restaurant entrepreneur. In her 30s, she took the plunge intobusiness ownership and now runs three successful franchises—including the veryfirst L&L Hawaiian BBQ with a drive-thru on a Navy base. As a proud Navybrat, she’s come full circle, serving the military community with the comfortof island flavors while building a legacy of entrepreneurship.

Aaron Peña on The Goode Show
Former Navy SEAL turned Military Relocation Pro, Aaron Peña helps servicemembers and families navigate the challenges of PCS moves and find theirperfect homes in Jacksonville. With 20 years in uniform and an MBA from UCLA,he’s redefining what it means to serve—this time in real estate.

From Army Active Duty to Entrepreneurial Success: Renee Krieg’s Journey &Viral Momen.
In this episode, Army veteran and founder of Vertical Athletics, Renee Krieg,takes us through her transition from active-duty service to building a thrivingbusiness. We dive deep into her entrepreneurial beginnings, discuss whetherentrepreneurs are made or born, and explore the story behind her viral momentthat changed everything.

Join the conversation — share your thoughts below: Do you believeentrepreneurs are born or made?

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Redefining What It Means to Be a Veteran

In this episode, we sit down with veteran and changemaker Andrew Davenport,founder of A New Veteran. Andrew shares his journey from combat tocommunity leadership, opening up about the stigma veterans face and how he’sworking to reshape the narrative. From military accolades to civic awards,Andrew’s mission is clear: to help veterans lead with purpose beyond theuniform.

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"Rock Bottom, Real Healing: Nicole B. Gebhardt’s Journey of Loss,Recovery and Purpose"

In this powerful episode of The Goode Show, we sit down with NicoleB. Gebhardt, MS, CCLS, CECP—a best-selling author, transformational coach,and 2025 Washington, D.C. National Guard Spouse of the Year.

Nicole shares the deeply personal story of waking up in the ICU afterhitting rock bottom and how that moment became the catalyst for a life ofhealing, purpose, and service. From navigating pregnancy and infant loss toadvocating for addiction recovery and mental wellness, Nicole’s journey is asraw as it is inspiring.

She’s the founder of The Worthy Femme, a Certified Child Life Specialist.Specialist, Reiki Master, and fierce voice for the military community. Whetheryou’re walking through grief, supporting someone who is, or need a reminderthat healing is possible, this episode is for you.

Tune in to hear how Nicole turned pain into power and purpose.

This week on The Goode Show, I’m joined by the powerhouse that is Tiffaney Florentine—online educator,transformational coach, Air Force veteran, EX-CIA, and former management consultant. Tiffaney brings eg women in their 04stop hustling for love, approval, and acceptance so they can step fully into their power and finally

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Eric Won, President and ChiefMedical Officer of Wave Neuro, to explore a revolutionary technologychanging the way we understand and treat brain function. Unlike traditionalone-size-fits-all approaches, Wave Neuro uses advanced neurotechnology tomeasure, analyze, and address each brain's unique patterns—offeringpersonalized care for those affected by TBI, PTSD, and other neurologicalchallenges.

As Ret. Navy SEAL and Medal of Honor recipient Britt Slabinski powerfullyputs it:
"This technology begins to treat the root cause of TBI and offers theveteran hope and a chance to not just exist, but to live."

Tune in to learn how this breakthrough is bringing real solutions—andreal hope—to our veteran and military communities.

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