The Spouse Angle

Navy Spouse of the Year David Carrera is proud to call himself "manpendent." He joins Natalie from Okinawa, Japan, for a hilarious take on life as a military dad and how he's helping other male military spouses find their tribe.

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Two black military spouses talk about their experiences with racism and what changes they hope will come to the military, and the nation, from weeks of protests following the death of George Floyd.

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As the U.S. starts to reopen after months in quarantine, a DoD official explains how the military is gradually lifting its travel restrictions and what it means for military families.

Read the latest version of the military’s stop movement order here, find more coronavirus updates from Military OneSource here, and explore the DoD’s “Rumor Control” website discussed in this episode here.

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An Army spouse opens up about losing her job and the headache of filing for unemployment. The CEO of Blue Star Families shares how military families are faring financially during the pandemic — and some resources to help.

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As Memorial Day approaches, Gold Star spouse Krista Simpson Anderson honors her first husband's legacy and shares her inspirational story of healing and finding a second chance at love with another Green Beret.

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Paulette Fryar is the first Coast Guard spouse to win the Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year title. Hear how she's using this new platform to connect and empower young moms.

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Jen McDonald never dreamed her son would grow up to serve in the same war that her husband did. In this Mother's Day-themed episode, the prolific author shares what it was like to transition from active-duty spouse to active-duty mom and offers some encouragement for mothers at every stage.

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Inspired by the viral “Some Good News” videos by John Krasinski, this week's episode features uplifting stories from across the military community — from a COVID-19 survivor paying it forward, to a family hosting a private half marathon for a military mom. Plus, some "Frozen" magic with a special appearance by ice princess Elsa.

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The stop movement order that halted military moves and extended deployments will go into summer. In this episode, two military spouses caught mid-move share their hardships. And, we explore what the order’s extension means for other military families — including some exceptions that may affect you.

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Coronavirus precautions may be flattening the curve, but they're taking a big toll on U.S. small businesses. In this episode, two military spouse entrepreneurs offer timely advice for keeping your company going. Plus, a Small Business Administration official breaks down the recent CARES Act and the government aid that may be available to you.

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