Brave New MilSO Podcast

Welcome to the Brave New MilSO podcast with Lindsey McDowell. This inclusive space is for all U.S. military significant others, in any phase of his or her relationship, seeking a way to learn more about the military world at a true beginner level. I've got your six MilSO, let’s learn together!

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On this episode of Brave New MilSO, Lindsey speaks with "More Than A MilSpouse" blogger Leila Gillette. Leila shares her first military experience from when her U.S. Air Force husband entered basic training and expands on the beginning of her life as a MilSO and what she learned from it.
Connect with Lelia:
https://www.morethanmilspouse.com/

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On this episode of Brave New MilSO, Lindsey dives into conversation starters for new military couples with Air Force MilSO fiancée, Lauren Walker. Lauren shares her recent experience as a military girlfriend and questions she found most illuminating to discuss with her service member and why it was helpful.

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In this episode of Brave New MilSO, Lindsey speaks with "Women of the Military" podcast host and Space Force MilSO, Amanda Huffman as she helps answer our questions about what the newest branch of our military force.
Connect with Amanda: https://bossladybio.com/amandahuffman/

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She's baaaa-aack! Lindsey has officially returned from maternity leave to the Brave New MilSO Podcast to share what she learned from her first duty station and go over what you should know before you come on a military base for those who have never been to one before.
Here is the episode breakdown:
00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - First Duty Station: Fort Drum, NY
03:50 - 3 Things to Help Transition to Life in the Military
04:16 - 1. Practice Gratitude
05:32 - 2. Tap into Your Moxie

• "The Desire Map" by Danielle LaPorte: https://www.amazon.com/Desire-Map-Guide-Creating-Goals/dp/1622032519 *Also check your local library or on your preferred digital reading platform*
• "The 5 Love Languages- Military Edition" by Gary Chapman: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Military-Secret-Lasts/dp/B089B1BK8P/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=5+love+languages+military+edition&qid=1680906280&s=books&sprefix=love+languages+mili%2Cstripbooks%2C170&sr=1-1

09:50 - 3. Get Informed

• Military OneSource: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/

13:30 - What to Know Before You Come On Base
14:15 - Don't rely on GPS
14:45 - Gate Etiquette
15:33 - Random Vehicle Inspections (RVI)
16:10 - Entry Requirements
17:50 - Bugle Calls

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