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Military OneSource Podcast

Military OneSource podcasts are a simple way to connect to your best MilLife. They can help you navigate military life, overcome challenges and thrive. Turn to Military OneSource for information, tools and resources on topics unique to the military, including spouse employment, special needs family members, deployment, relocation, finances, parenting and more. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Department of Defense. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or

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Military OneSource Podcast — Safety Planning —...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/10/09

Learn what a domestic abuse victim advocate is, what a victim should expect if they contact an advocate and about the available reporting options. You’ll also learn about the risk assessment tool and safety plan, when the planning process begins and if you have to file a report to move forward with a safety plan. Bruce Moody speaks with Adriane and Nikki, domestic abuse victim advocates. Visit Military OneSource at

Military OneSource Podcast — Domestic Abuse Impact on...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/10/02

Learn about the different types of domestic abuse, how it affects children and what the impact looks like as a child grows into adulthood. You’ll also learn about the social, emotional, physical and cognitive effects of being a child of domestic abuse, how a parent’s denial of abuse can impact their children, and how it can affect parent/child relationships. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Pamela Rhodes, a child counselor at Naval Base Kitsap in Washington, and Julia Kates, a licensed clinical

Military OneSource Podcast — The School Liaison’s...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/09/25

Learn how the School Liaison Program can help military-connected students, including those with special needs, prepare for successful transitions to postsecondary readiness. Parents can get helpful tips on using school liaisons not only for assistance with changing schools but also with on-time graduation, scholarship and financial aid resources, career training and readiness, and community connections to help students meet their postsecondary education goals. Whether your military-connected child

Military OneSource Podcast — Dependent Care Flexible...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/09/20

Learn about the dependent care flexible spending account, a DOD benefit that allows service members to contribute pretax income to pay for eligible dependent care expenses. Host Bruce Moody speaks with DCFSA Executive Director Jennifer Walker and Armed Forces Tax Council Executive Director Susan Mitchell about the DCFSA – who is eligible, how it works and how to enroll. Visit Military OneSource at www.militaryonesource.mil to learn about the resources and support available to service members and

Military OneSource Podcast — Adoption Reimbursement

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/09/18

Learn more about the variety of Defense Department support for military families who are considering adoption. The mobile military life is not a barrier to adoption, and service members have a range of military resources, including adoption reimbursement. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Sgt. Maj. Steve Minyard, senior enlisted advisor, assistant secretary of defense for Manpower & Reserve Affairs. Visit Military OneSource at

Military OneSource Podcast — Warrior Games feature...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/09/11

Learn about the Warrior Games, an annual multisport event for wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans. Participation in the event supports the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded warriors through adaptive sports training and competition. In this podcast, you’ll hear from an active-duty service member as he shares his story about his injury and how participating in the Warrior Games has impacted his life. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Army Master Sgt. Ivan Morera. The Warrior Games

Military OneSource Podcast — Parental Response to...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/09/05

Learn about concerns parents often have regarding problematic sexual behavior, as well as common reactions and false assumptions. You’ll also learn how parents can best support their child after an incident has occurred and about protective factors that can help prevent PSB, including examples of safety and supervision planning. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Natalie Gallo, a master trainer through the National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth, and Julia Grimm, an independent trainer and

Military OneSource Podcast — How to Connect With Your...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/08/28

Learn some of the most common challenges teens face and how parents can better relate to and improve their relationship with them. You’ll also learn about outside factors that influence them, the importance of setting boundaries, what the average teen wants from their parents and conversations you should have with them. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Renee Roman, a licensed social worker with more than 30 years of experience. Visit Military OneSource at

Military OneSource Podcast — Online Scams

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/08/21

Learn about the current state of online scams and how to spot them. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Carol Kando-Pineda, counsel with the Federal Trade Commission’s Division of Consumer and Business Education. The FTC is the nation’s consumer protection agency. It works to stop fraud, deception and unfair business practices. Ms. Kando-Pineda describes scams that use artificial intelligence, text messages, promises of romance and big returns on investments. Visit Military OneSource at

Military OneSource Podcast — Importance of Listening...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/08/14

Learn the difference between typical sexual behavior in children and youth and problematic sexual behavior, as well as when professionals become involved in responding to PSB. You’ll also learn how to engage with youth and/or parents in a way that helps build trust; how listening to youth helps prevent PSB; and ways parents can approach hard conversations with their children after PSB has occurred. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Andrew Monroe, a psychological clinician at the University of Oklahoma

Military OneSource Podcast — MWR Summer Reading Program

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/08/07

Learn about the Defense Department’s MWR Libraries Summer Reading Program. The program encourages readers of all ages to explore new ideas and discover new information, and helps kids and adults stay mentally active during the summer. This year’s theme is Find Your Voice! We use our voices to share stories and express ourselves. Our voices include not only the sounds we make but the words we write, the art we create, the movements we perform and the actions we take each day to impact our world. The

Military OneSource Podcast — Tips for Couples to...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/07/31

Learn about healthy relationship dynamics, military family life counselors, and actionable steps that couples can take to improve their relationship. And discover the types of resources that Military OneSource offers, such as the Love Every Day tool, OurRelationship program and specialty consultations, as well as how the Family Advocacy Program can help service members and their partners throughout different stages of their relationship. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kelly Smith, a clinical social

Military OneSource Podcast — How School Liaisons Can...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/07/24

Learn how the School Liaison Program provides support for all education-related matters for military-connected students from pre-K through 12th grade — including help with special education needs. School liaisons are available on all military installations and offer transition assistance to military-connected students and families, including help with school selection, credit transfer, youth sponsorship referrals and more. School liaisons also assist with referrals to the Defense Department

Military OneSource Podcast — DANTES Online Academic...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/06/26

Learn about the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support’s Online Academic Skills Course. The OASC is a self-paced online course that can help service members prepare for their educational and professional goals. It is free to service members and their immediate family members. OASC can be used with the Academic Skills Training, which assesses academic strengths and weaknesses to help improve basic math, English and science skills for college-level course placement, qualification for

Military OneSource Podcast — Explaining Gaps in Resumes

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/06/20

Military life can disrupt employment for spouses due to frequent moves, solo parenting during deployments and other factors. Hear ways to minimize the gaps in your resume and highlight your strengths to potential employers. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kristina Santos, a career coach with the Defense Department Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program. SECO provides education and career guidance to military spouses worldwide throughout all stages of their career progression. Visit

Military OneSource Podcast — Foreign-Born Military...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/06/12

Learn about the adjustments foreign-born military spouses might need to make, including becoming familiar with different cultures while adapting to military life, as well as the benefits and challenges that can arise during a PCS to another country. You’ll also learn about the U.S. Air and Space Force Key Spouse Program, what it entails, and the personalized support it provides to MilSpouses. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Nikki Erb, an Air Force spouse born in the Philippines, who draws on her

Military OneSource Podcast — Child Care in Your Home...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/05/30

Learn more about Defense Department child care programs that provide safe, reliable care to families across a range of child care solutions to support the nontraditional schedules of military families. This podcast highlights the Child Care in Your Home Fee Assistance pilot program for families that have determined that full-time child care in their home is the best solution to meet their needs. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Marcie George, program analyst for Children, Youth and Families with the

Military OneSource Podcast — Completing DD Form 93

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/05/22

Learn the importance of service members completing their DD Form 93 and keeping it updated in case of injury, illness or if they go missing or die. And discover how it is used to designate beneficiaries who will receive their unpaid pay and allowances and other benefits — including the death gratuity, which is compensation for military service that allows survivors to meet their immediate financial needs. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Trevor Dean, program analyst with Casualty, Mortuary Affairs, and

Military OneSource Podcast — Continuing Your...

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/05/15

No matter the location of their assignment, service members have access to education programs. Learn how to continue your education while deployed overseas, whether you are going to a permanent or temporary base or to a remote location. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Laura Dean of the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. Ms. Dean is an education program manager and contracting officer’s representative for the United States Central Command. Visit Military OneSource at

Military OneSource Podcast — Safe Infant Sleep

Military OneSource Podcast ·

2023/05/08

Learn about safe sleep and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, including myths associated with safe sleep recommendations and the importance of registering sleeping products with the manufacturer and checking for recalls on the Consumer Product Safety Commission website. You’ll also discover ways to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, information about the importance of creating safe sleep environments, ideas for enhancing nighttime sleep and how the New Parent Support Program

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