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S1 E8 Spouse Interview: Chat with Mrs. Evelyn Honea, wife of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)
Our Navy Life
12/20/22 • 41 min
Show Notes: Join host, Sergio Rodriguez, and co-host, Cherry King, as they chat with Mrs. Evelyn Honea, wife of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy. In this discussion, Evelyn shares her experiences as an entrepreneur and Navy spouse, while maintaining her own identity as an involved spouse and parent.
Show Links:
- MySECO
- Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide
- Naval Services FamilyLine Compass
- Naval Services FamilyLine CORE
Show Takeaways:
- Get plugged into your community to feel settled in new duty stations.
- Lean into service opportunities that align with your passions.
Let’s Connect:
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11/08/22 • 50 min
Welcome back to Our Navy Life, today’s episode is a very special episode because we are honoring the stories of our Navy spouses who are also veterans. In this episode, we have several wonderful guests to chat with us about their time serving. We are better together, and the rich experiences that Veterans bring to our community only make us that much better and stronger as a Navy family community.
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Show Takeaways:
Listen in as we hear from several veterans and current military spouses as they share:
- Why they joined the military
- Their decision to get out and how they made that decision
- Their transition from active duty to supporting their spouse still on active duty
Let’s Connect:
12/06/22 • 29 min
Welcome back to the show! Today we are talking about a very important topic for all military families: Housing. Host Sergio Rodriguez and co-host Abigail McCracken, the 2022 Armed Forces Insurance Coast Guard Spouse of the Year, are joined by our guest Kate Needham, who co-founded the nonprofit, Armed Forces Housing Advocates in 2021. Kate has been on the front lines fighting for military families to have clean and safe homes.
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Show Takeaways:
- Listen in to hear some ways to advocate for yourself and your family when it comes to Military Housing
- Hear Kate’s tips for protecting yourself when looking for housing
- Understand your rights as a military family
Let’s Connect:
11/22/22 • 23 min
It’s not uncommon for a Navy family to go through the holiday season with a deployed Service member. Join host, Sergio Rodriguez, and co-host Kaleshia Hatchin, as they chat with Brenda Spencer. Brenda is a volunteer navy spouse, a mother, and also a veteran. Hear Brenda’s tips to get through the holidays by creating traditions and doing what works best for you and your family.
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Show Takeaways:
- Recognize when it’s important to you to celebrate a holiday and how you will celebrate it.
- How to take advantage of resources that your community offers.
- Lean into your community to develop new holiday traditions and memories.
- Connect with your Navy family community through Naval Services FamilyLine: Compass and CORE.
Let’s Connect:
07/29/24 • 29 min
Ask an Ombudsman: How Your Command Ombudsman Serves to Support You
Show Notes:
Ombudsmen are Navy spouse volunteers who serve as a crucial communication link between a command and command families, and are trained in information and resources to support Navy families. In this episode we speak with one of the Navy’s two Ombudsmen-At-Large, Junifer Thomas, about the roles and responsibilities of an ombudsman, and how vital they are to mission readiness. We also speak with two current ombudsmen, Jessica Pugh and Sharon Kozak, who shed light on the ins and outs of their job and answer questions from listeners.
Show Links:
- Find Your Ombudsman Here
- USS Abraham Lincoln Ombudsman Facebook Page
- NTAG Heartland Ombudsman Facebook Group
- Military One Source
- Fleet and Family Support Program
- American Red Cross
- Navy Marine Corps Relief Society
- Courage to Call
Show Takeaways:
- Ombudsmen are volunteers who serve as the primary liaison between a command and their families.
- Ombudsmen are trained in numerous resources to ensure families receive the support and information they need to meet the challenges of military life.
- Families and Sailors must understand that for an ombudsman to communicate with a sailor’s family member, the sailor must first give permission.
- Ombudsmen work tirelessly to ensure the needs of their command families are met - but there are also ways to support and thank them for their dedication.
Let’s Connect:
10/25/22 • 47 min
Join host, Sergio Rodriguez, and co-host, Kaleshia Hatchin, as they chat with Samantha Hatch, Navy Reserve chaplain and Navy spouse about the emotional cycle of deployment. As Navy families, we endure deployments as a regular part of our lifestyle. But just because we experience them frequently doesn’t mean we are deployment experts. As Sam explains, each deployment is different and knowing where you are in the cycle is important to better understand and support yourselves and your family.
Show Takeaways:
- Communication is key before, during, and after deployment.
- Lean on the resources in your community (FRG, ombudsman, spouse groups) in times of need.
- Find your local Naval Services FamilyLine chapter and register for the next Compass session.
Let’s Connect:
10/13/22 • 31 min
Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh is a military spouse and psychologist who serves military families as a Military Marriage Coach. With her podcast, Married to the Military, and her unique coaching platform, she works with spouses and service members to improve communication techniques and takes into account the unique challenges of the military lifestyle. This episode with host Sergio Rodriguez and co-host Christy Thomas dives into healthy communication techniques that can help military members and their spouses thrive.
Show Links:
- www.lindsaycavanagh.com
- www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary
- Free call: https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call
- Listen to Christy's Show: Keep Calm and Mother On!
Show Takeaways:
- Discuss the challenges in the military environment that can be a communication barrier.
- Establish communication expectations between the service member and spouse.
- Talking about communication doesn’t mean there’s a problem. It sets the military member and spouse up for future success.
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Welcome to Our Navy Life Podcast
Our Navy Life
09/26/22 • 3 min
Our journey as a Navy family can be exciting and fulfilling. It can also be confusing and stressful.
For all your challenges and triumphs — from how to thrive during deployments to navigating Tricare — Naval Services FamilyLine has been your go-to resource since 1965. If you're living the Navy Life, this podcast is for you.
Join us as we discuss ways to navigate this Navy life together and define what it means to be a modern Navy family. In each episode, we’ll explore topics intended to help you on your Navy journey. Whether we dive into Navy life, great resources, or connecting with Navy spouses, there’s something here for everyone. No matter if you’re just starting out, at the halfway point, or approaching the end, we know one thing is certain: we are better together. Come along for the ride.
S2 E1 Welcome to FamilyLine!
Our Navy Life
03/07/23 • 44 min
Welcome to FamilyLine! Today's guest is Beth Weber, the chairman of Naval Services FamilyLine. Beth Weber is an entrusted leader & mentor who strives to impact the personal & professional journeys of others. You can contact Beth Weber, Naval Services FamilyLine Chairman, at [email protected]
Show Links:
- NSFL Website
- Anchors Aweigh
- COMPASS
- CORE
- Naval Spouse Leadership Courses
- Publications
- Naval Services FamilyLine Facebook
- NsfamilyLine Instagram
- Mustang Spouse Symposium on Youtube
- Please contact Jennifer Kiser, our volunteer manager, if you are interested in volunteering with FamilyLine [email protected]
- Check out the Navy's MyNavyFamilyApp Over 300,000 downloads last year. Great for spouses, parents, family members, girlfriends, and boyfriends.
Show Takeaways:
- Learn the history of Naval Services FamilyLine
- FamilyLine is here for your transitions wherever you are in the world or your sailor's career
- Volunteers are the backbone of FamilyLine (Send an email to: [email protected])
Let’s Connect:
10/13/22 • 47 min
Join host, Sergio Rodriguez, and co-host, Ali Maruca, as they chat with the spouse of the Chief of Naval Operations, Mrs. Linda Gilday. From military spouse employment to managing dual careers to how to lean on your village, Mrs. Gilday talks about her experience as a Navy spouse and how integral the Navy family community is in supporting one another.
Show Takeaways:
- Managing a career as a military spouse
- Surviving and thriving in a dual-career military household
- Supporting fellow Navy spouses and families
Let’s Connect:
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FAQ
How many episodes does Our Navy Life have?
Our Navy Life currently has 38 episodes available.
What topics does Our Navy Life cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts and Relationships.
What is the most popular episode on Our Navy Life?
The episode title 'S1 E8 Spouse Interview: Chat with Mrs. Evelyn Honea, wife of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Our Navy Life?
The average episode length on Our Navy Life is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Our Navy Life released?
Episodes of Our Navy Life are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Our Navy Life?
The first episode of Our Navy Life was released on Sep 26, 2022.
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