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Military Life

Welcome to the Military Life Podcast- a podcast telling the stories of everyday Australian Military partners. Listen in to hear from others who are living this military life (Defence Life), juggling all the things on the daily, just like you and I. Let"s connect and support each other by telling our stories, celebrating our strength, focusing on self-care & lifting each other up.

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144.Career, Community & Childcare- An Innovative...

Military Life ·

2022/12/06

This week on the Military Life Podcast, I speak with Veteran Partner and Founder of Cowork Coplay Claire Harris about the importance of supporting the career goals of Defence Partners through innovative programs. Claire and I also talk about; -The concept behind Cowork Coplay and how lived experience guided how Claire created the initiative and built the social enterprise -Why Cowork Coplay was developed for defence partners with young children -The many (and complex) career and well-being

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58:21

143.PART 2-Why YOUR VOICE matters!

Military Life ·

2022/11/16

TRIGGER WARNING- There is some discussion of suicide in this episode. If this episode brings anything up for you, please contact FREE ADF mental health service Open Arms on 1800 011 046 or, in case of emergency, call 000. Have a listen to Ep142 and PART 1 of this Military Life Podcast episode before listening to this ep. This week on the Military Life Podcast- Let’s Discuss WHY YOUR VOICE MATTERS! In Episode 143 (PART 2) Myself, Defence Partners Marcelle and Julia, Veteran Partner Jo-anna, Veteran

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142.PART 1-Why YOUR VOICE matters!

Military Life ·

2022/11/16

TRIGGER WARNING- There is some discussion of suicide in this episode. If this episode brings anything up for you, please contact FREE ADF mental health service Open Arms on 1800 011 046 or, in case of emergency, call 000. This week on the Military Life Podcast- Let’s Discuss WHY YOUR VOICE MATTERS! In Episode 142 (PART 1) Myself, Defence Partners Marcelle and Julia, Veteran Partner Jo-anna, Veteran Widow and also the parent of a past serving member Madonna and Defence Partner and Psychologist

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20:50

141.I was GASLIT.

Military Life ·

2022/10/21

Trigger Warning: The topic of Gaslighting is discussed in this episode. Gaslighting is a very sensitive topic to discuss for many and for some it can trigger intense emotions and thoughts. If you or anyone you know need mental health support, call FREE Veterans and Families counselling service Open Arms on 1800 011 046, Lifeline on 13 11 14 or text 0477 131 114, Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or in an emergency 000. *What is Gaslighting? Behaviours that can be used to undermine someone’s sense of self,

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140.Protecting our Data & Identity- What we can all...

Military Life ·

2022/10/13

Protecting our Data & Identity- What we can all do TODAY! By now, most of us would have heard about the Optus data breach, which compromised the sensitive information of up to 10 million customers. The Optus data breach highlights and reminds us that we live in a world where scammers exist and where there is a real need for all of us to increase our vigilance. On this week’s Military Life Podcast Episode, Head of Fraud at Defence Bank Mike Smith and Michael O’Reilly, Chief Marketing & Product

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139.Military Life Community Connectors EXPLAINED-Part 2

Military Life ·

2022/10/04

Community Connectors EXPLAINED-PART 2 Maybe you have heard about Military Life Community Connectors or maybe you want to know more about them. This episode is all about who they are and what they do, and why I felt there was a need for the Military Life Community Connector Program. No one quite gets you like a fellow Defence Partner but finding and connecting with other partners can be both tricky and nerve-wracking! It took me 10 years to find a Defence Partner friend. Partly because I didn't

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138.Military Life Community Connectors EXPLAINED-PART 1

Military Life ·

2022/10/04

Community Connectors EXPLAINED-PART 1 Maybe you have heard about Military Life Community Connectors or maybe you want to know more about them. This episode is all about who they are and what they do, and why I felt there was a need for the Military Life Community Connector Program. No one quite gets you like a fellow Defence Partner but finding and connecting with other partners can be both tricky and nerve-wracking! It took me 10 years to find a Defence Partner friend. Partly because I didn't

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31:06

137.Highschool Sweethearts with Big Plans

Military Life ·

2022/09/21

In this week's podcast episode, I talk to new Spouse Lara about what it’s like to still be in Highschool while navigating Defence Life. Lara and I also talk about; The purpose and direction the ADF has given her boyfriend Why a troubled childhood led her partner to consider the Army Being under 18 and why their relationship isn’t yet recognised The shift from living together to long-distance with minimal communication The bond her partner has with her parents and the impact of separation Having a

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25:33

136.Feeling your way through Defence Partner Life

Military Life ·

2022/09/14

In this week's podcast episode, I speak with defence partner Chaia about finding support and comfort in spouse friends, accessing Open Arms & Future plans. Chaia and I also speak about; starting off as friends and what it meant once they started dating why nothing prepares you for the transition into defence life the difference between being posted to a reserve vs full-time battalion experiencing her first posting and deciding to live apart (MWDU) why leaving her employment, her long service and

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37:49

135.Spouse Entrepreneurs this one is for you!

Military Life ·

2022/08/31

This week on the podcast, I speak with Chris North Co-Founder of Innoclub a not-for-profit organisation on a mission to help Defence Partner & Veteran Entrepreneurs thrive. Chris and I also speak about; Where the idea for Innoclub came from and why the focus on Spouses and Veterans? The importance of supporting Defence Partner and Veteran Entrepreneurs When and Who should sign up for the FREE Innoclub courses and workshops Using education and resources to help Defence Partner and Veteran

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41:54

134.MWDU-A Defence Couples Experience PART TWO

Military Life ·

2022/08/24

This week on the podcast my Husband Scott and I talk about our current and past experiences with living apart and being MWDU (Member with Dependants Unaccompanied) In PART TWO Scott and I talk about; Comparing MWDU experience one, two, three, four and now five Open communication and why some conversations are better had in-person Making sure we make living MWDU a positive experience for our children Drawing on our networks to ensure we make use of the support available Comparing the challenges of a

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133.MWDU-A Defence Couples Experience PART ONE

Military Life ·

2022/08/24

This week on the podcast my Husband Scott and I talk about our current and past experiences with living apart and being MWDU (Member with Dependants Unaccompanied). In PART ONE Scott and I talk about; Why we choose to live MWDU and how our 5th MWDU experience is going How we prepare to live MWDU and the unexpected challenges Flex work and why this posting is a perfect fit for living MWDU Finding ways to stay connected and why communication is so important Getting the Family time Vs Couple time Vs

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33:54

132.A Crash Posting, Balancing Family & Career

Military Life ·

2022/08/17

This week on the Military Life Podcast, I speak with Defence Partner Kristy about a crash posting and balancing family and career alongside Defence life. Kristy and I also talk about; Focusing on her career and why, early on, the Army had little impact on her everyday life The huge changes that came with a crash interstate posting (the 2-week notice type) Living out of a motel to finish out her notice period at work and moving to Brisbane Going from having a successful career to being

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35:49

131.The Defence Life Balance & Growing through Gratitude

Military Life ·

2022/08/10

On episode 131 of the Military Life Podcast, I speak with RAAF spouse Rachael about finding the defence life balance, having her husband home and growing thanks to gratitude. Rachael and I also speak about; the first posting shock and finding your feet away from family and friends the realisation that when her husband was away she was all alone being independent but still being able to be dependent on each other figuring out their communication style and how they adapted it when apart making sure

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34:01

130.Rejoining-ARMY to RAAF, Why now & Future Plans

Military Life ·

2022/07/27

On this week's podcast episode, I speak with new spouse Kristen about her fiancé's decision to re-join the ADF and why defence life is a good fit for their family. Kristen and I also talk about; Meeting just 3 weeks after her now fiancé had discharged from the Army Why her partner discharged and how hard it was to find meaningful employment Not having any transferrable skills and how it impacted his career prospects Finally finding work but feeling stuck in a job he couldn’t progress in Her

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43:47

Ep129.The Royal Commission and why we need YOU!

Military Life ·

2022/07/06

TRIGGER WARNING- There is some discussion of suicide in this episode. If this episode brings anything up for you please contact FREE ADF mental health service Open Arms on 1800 011 046 or in case of emergency call 000. In this week's podcast episode, I talk to Solicitor Jacinta Harris from the Defence and Veterans Legal Service about the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide and the important role defence partners and families can play in the proceedings. Jacinta and I also talk about;

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38:25

128.A Fast Tracked Relationship, Unexpected Career...

Military Life ·

2022/06/22

Just as a warning-There is some discussion of eating disorders, relapse, disordered eating and the management of an eating disorder in this episode of the Military Life podcast. If anything comes up for you or you know of someone in need of support call the Butterfly Foundation on 1800 334 673 or access free support via ADF Veteran and Family Mental Health service Open Arms on 1800 011 046. In this week's podcast episode, I talk to Defence Partner Trish about fast-tracking relationship milestones,

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33:07

127.Soldier On-Support and Services for Defence...

Military Life ·

2022/06/01

This week’s podcast episode is all about Soldier On, a not-for-profit support organisation offering services for Defence Partners, Veterans and their families. I speak with Soldier On Service Ambassador Dr Rebecca Jackson about; Who and how to access support, services and resources through Soldier On What type of support you can access in-person and over the phone The Soldier On mission to enable veterans, defence partners and their families to thrive Soldier On Employment Support for defence

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41:33

126.Help with the Details of Defence Life

Military Life ·

2022/05/04

In this week's podcast episode, I talk to Army Spouse Julia who is the Founder of the Home Post a community and website dedicated to helping us with the DETAILS of defence life! Julia has created a space and resources every Defence Partner has, at some point, tried to wish into existence with her first resource the Defence Family In Case of Emergency card (DFICE) launching this weekend. I’m talking practical and needed stuff like checklists, guides and organising systems for ALL the things like

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34:16

125.Building a Life together & Open Communication

Military Life ·

2022/04/27

In this week's podcast episode, I speak with Navy spouse Rae about future plans with her Defence member, Open Communication and deciding whether Defence life will be a long-term plan. Rae and I also talk about; Meeting each other through an online dating app Finding out three weeks in that he was planning on joining the Navy Being naive to what becoming a defence couple would mean Her partners 2.5 year wait to be accepted into the Navy The shift from being a civilian couple to a defence couple

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