USNA MidMoms and More Podcast

My guest, Gary Sinise, has made it his mission to support and serve those who serve — not just in words, but just like our USNA Mids, and Naval and Marine Corps Officers, by taking action. Join me for a wonderful conversation with Gary, who exemplifies the values of the Naval Academy - Honor, Courage, Commitment. I invite you to find out more about the Gary Sinise Foundation.

Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journey - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay.

Join me for PART 2 of this incredible conversation centered around 50 years of Women 1976-2026 at military academies, focusing on USNA, with special Alumnae guests, Linda "Postie" Postenrieder '82, USNA Women President; Marie Burris '86, Program Manager For 50 years; Adrienne Maeser Mills '06 Marketing Director, Kristi Bickel '07 Communications Director.  These accomplished grads think back on their time at the academy, about coming together, offer advice to USNA parents, and so much more! 

My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, available exclusively at the Midstore and Navy Online - A USNA Mom's Journal

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"The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U. S. Naval Academy, Department of the Navy, the Department of War, or the U. S. Government." 

NOTE: Because our conversation was densely layered, a lot of audio was left on the cutting floor. Can you find my "Easter Egg"?

Join me for PART 1 of this incredible conversation centered around 50 years of Women 1976-2026 at military academies, focusing on USNA, with special Alumnae guests, Linda "Postie" Postenrieder '82, USNA Women President; Marie Burris '86, Program Manager For 50 years; Adrienne Maeser Mills '06 Marketing Director, Kristi Bickel '07 Communications Director.  These accomplished grads think back on their time at the academy, about coming together, offer advice to USNA parents, and so much more! 

My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, available exclusively at the Midstore and Navy Online - A USNA Mom's Journal

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"The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U. S. Naval Academy, Department of the Navy, the Department of War, or the U. S. Government." 

NOTE: Because our conversation was densely layered, a lot of audio was left on the cutting floor. Can you find my "Easter Egg"?

Join me and my special guest, Kim Parker (USNA '91) as we talk about her Navy journey 35 years in the making, and as we discuss the conference this weekend (April 16-19, 2026) 50 Years of Women at USNA. Based on my book A USNA Mom's Journey available at the MIdstore. https://usnamidmomsandmore.org.

"The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U. S. Naval Academy, Department of the Navy, the Department of War, or the U. S. Government." 

Join me for this episode with Kristi Bickel (USNA '2007), as we discuss life on the Yard and in Fleet, her journey as an author, and 50 years of Women at USNA. Don't miss this crucial conversation! You can find Kristi at: https://www.memotherwasamermaidbooks.com/ and on IG at @memotherwasamermaidbooks. My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journey available at the Midstore and on my website: https://usnamidmomsandmore.org.

"The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U. S. Naval Academy, Department of the Navy, the Department of War, or the U. S. Government." 

Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal available at the Midstore, I invite you to join me for my episode with the adorable Ziggy Rex and Miss Sondra, as we talk about her job at the Naval Academy Museum, her work as a mentor to Midshipmen, and her past life as an army enlisted soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan.

"The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U. S. Naval Academy, Department of the Navy, the Department of War, or the U. S. Government." 

I invite you to explore the US Naval Academy Museum at: https://www.usna.edu/Museum/index.php and to visit my website and Etsy shop at https://usnamidmomsandmore.org

Join me for this special episode with my friend, Haley, who is a Navy spouse, as she offers insights, advice, on deployments and separation, and life as a Navy spouse, how parents can offer support, and much more! This is a great listen for parents of Firsties to learn about what their Mids will need to do and how to prepare for moving to their first duty stations after Commissioning, especially if there are wedding plans in their future. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, Your Ultimate Guide to Survive and Thrive Four Years by The Bay And yes, #Dads Need this, too! I invite you to read the accompanying blog post on my website, https://usnamidmomsandmore.org.

Join me for episode 57 of my USNA MidMoms and More podcast with special guest, '24 Grad, ENS Andrew Mazza, as we explore USNA and the Med Corps Career path. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal: Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay - Dads You Need This, Too! Andrew's very informative article is posted with this podcast episode on my website, https://usnamidmomsandmore. 

Recorded live while walking on the Yard. Some things to think about during PPW. By AN Shine, based on the bok A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Guide to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay.

Join me for an eye opening conversation with my special guest Karl Smith as we talk about how USNA trains parents to transition for Fleet Life. This is Part 2 of a two part podcast. My Mission is to Equip and Empower USNA parents for Success in the Journey. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay #Dads Need this, too!, available at the Midstore and on my website, https://usnamidmomsandmore.org