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Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth

Dedicated to seasoned spouses exploring new opportunities and ideas outside the military, so that they can make more confident choices for their next chapter. www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com

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222: PatriotCare — An Alternative to TRICARE and...

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2025/11/13

At US VetWealth, we often talk about exploring alternative solutions to the Survivor Benefit Plan. Today, we’re taking that same mindset and applying it to healthcare. Meet Kris and Larry, the partners behind PatriotCare — an organization offering an alternative to TRICARE and traditional health insurance.While PatriotCare’s website highlights “Healthcare Benefits for Small Businesses & Independent Contractors,” this conversation reveals so much more: the heart and mission behind their work for the

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221: "How come no one ever told me about this?" —...

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2025/11/06

Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of The Military Spouse Benefit Plan are now available! Jen introduces the main character of our story: Susan the Seasoned Spouse.Let me introduce you to the main character of our story. Her name is Susan. She’s not new to military life, nor is she bitter about it. If anything, she’s mastered it—three kids, a system for everything, from packing boxes to organizing the family’s important documents. She’s the woman who knows where the birth certificates are at a moment’s notice and

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220: "I wish that we had made the time to educate...

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2025/10/30

The Rosie Network’s Founder and CEO, Stephanie Brown, shares her experience with the Survivor Benefit Plan after the passing of her late husband, Tom, who served over 30 years of active duty in the Navy as an officer, retiring as a Rear Admiral.Check out Stephanie’s last interview, Ep. 200:About The Rosie Network:The Rosie Network is a non-profit organization founded by military spouse Stephanie Brown after spending hours searching online for a contractor to do repair work on her home. Preferring to

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219: Military Spouse Benefit Plan's First Chapter...

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2025/10/23

Jen shares candid updates and reflections since late summer about online networking events, what’s next for the podcast, progress on her upcoming book, and more!For military-connected online networking events, you can check out Episode 216.As of now, Jen’s objective for this podcast season is to offer education, resources, and perspectives from the private and nonprofit sectors to encourage our seasoned spouses and retirees to expand their choices and options beyond the military for their next

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11:53

218: Military Retirees' Guide to the Survivor Benefit...

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2025/10/16

Jen shares a snippet from Scott R. Tucker’s book, Don’t Forget Your War Chest, for military retirees seeking an alternative solution to the Survivor Benefit Plan.Jen’s upcoming book, The Military Spouse Benefit Plan, addresses the same topic for military spouses seeking a confident and informed decision about the Survivor Benefit Plan.The Introduction of The Military Spouse Benefit Plan and a free PDF of Don’t Forget Your Chest (for ranks E9, O5, and O6) is now available at:

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17:17

217: How A Gold Star Family Member Leads to Informing...

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2025/10/09

Free Download to the Introduction to Jen’s upcoming book, The Military Spouse Benefit Plan — https://jenusvetwealth.gumroad.com/l/msbp/SUBSTACK Whether you're a long-time or first-time listener, this episode brings you up to date on Jen’s journey from a Gold Star daughter to veteran spouse, podcaster, and soon-to-be author of a book about military spouses making a confident and informed decision about the Survivor Benefit Plan.Resources Mentioned* National Military Podcast Day (OCT 05) —

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17:41

216: Military Transition for Seasoned Spouses - A...

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2025/10/02

Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth is back, and we answer the big question, “Jen, where have you been???”This upcoming fall season is dedicated to seasoned spouses preparing for military transition. Together, we’ll explore what happens when we stop following orders and start choosing what comes next. Because you, too, are retiring — and now, it’s your turn to own what’s next.The Introduction to Jen’s upcoming book, The Military Spouse Benefit Plan, is now available — along with a free copy of

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215: For Seasoned Military Spouses Preparing for...

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2025/09/25

Welcome to Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealthI’m your host, Jen Amos, a Gold Star daughter, veteran spouse, and upcoming author. This season is dedicated to our seasoned spouses preparing for military transition. Together, we’ll explore what happens when we stop following orders and start choosing what comes next. Because you, too, are retiring. And now… It’s your turn. Let’s get started. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus

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214: Jen Amos wraps up Season 9 with gratitude

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2024/11/25

214: Jen Amos wraps up Season 9 with gratitudeAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qeXZu6FrNysAnd that's a wrap for Season 9 of Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth! As Jen focuses on other business endeavors, she expresses how she found this short season very gratifying. She reflects on why she started the show in the summer of 2019 and how her motivations have evolved throughout the seasons. She addresses a commonly asked question about her personal story and association with the

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213: Resilience, Growth, and Community Building with...

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2024/11/18

213: Resilience, Growth, and Community Building with Keyani Washington & Kenneth GayAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/byx1FJGPh0cJen Amos checks in with past guests from The Rosie Network, Keyani Washington and Kenneth Gay. Together, they share their experiences, challenges, and rewarding moments in helping military-connected entrepreneurs through the Service2CEO program. They share updates on their business endeavors, and they highlight the benefits of leveraging opportunities like

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34:40

212: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Seabolt Discuss How...

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2024/11/04

212: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Seabolt Discuss How Military Retirees Can Turn Their TSP Savings into Lifetime IncomeAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cU9OfxSYinoJen Amos takes a break from hosting to showcase US VetWealth's Founder and CEO, Scott R. Tucker, and Life Insurance Case Design Specialist Mike Seabolt.Scott and Mike discuss financial planning strategies specifically for military retirees, highlighting the unique challenges they face during their mid-career transition. They cover

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211: Nina Pinidi Addresses Textured Hair Care Needs...

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2024/10/28

211: Nina Pinidi Addresses Textured Hair Care Needs in the Military CommunityAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Rz_7MVLBawHave you ever struggled to find the right hair products while serving in the military? Listen to how Nina Pinidi founded Solime Royal Hair to deliver all things hair, free of harmful chemicals and eco-friendly products for all people, because... YOUR HAIR IS YOUR CROWN.Facing hair loss and challenges with military grooming standards, Nina turned her personal experiences

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50:08

210: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Wallace Discuss...

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2024/10/21

210: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Wallace Discuss Military Retirement and Financial Planning in an Unstable MarketJen Amos takes a break from hosting to showcase US VetWealth's Founder and CEO, Scott R. Tucker, and Blue Water Advisors' Founder and CEO, Mike Wallace.Also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-isNQnJ0kpAIn this replay episode of 'Take A Knee' Live Show, Scott and Mike discuss various aspects of military retirement, financial security, and career transitions for veterans. They emphasize

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47:36

209: Colleen Marchi helps children overcome sleep and...

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2024/10/07

209: Colleen Marchi helps children overcome sleep and anxiety with The Brave KnightsAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qn2bET2-ytEWhat are some bedtime rituals you have with your children to help them with sleep and anxiety? Colleen Marchi encourages families to have Sir William the Brave Knight from The Brave Knights, which empowers kids to control their fears.Colleen shares her journey as a military spouse, mother, and reluctant entrepreneur. Colleen created The Brave Knights to help her

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208: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Seabolt Discuss...

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2024/09/30

208: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Seabolt Discuss Alternative Options to the Survivor Benefit PlanJen Amos takes a break from hosting to showcase US VetWealth's Founder and CEO, Scott R. Tucker, and Life Insurance Case Design Specialist Mike Seabolt.Also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D0LHRleK0FwScott and Mike discuss alternatives to the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) for retiring military retirees. They explain how military retirees can use private insurance products to potentially gain better

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207: Evangelina Blue-Williams shares how family and...

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2024/09/23

207: Evangelina Blue-Williams shares how family and flavor shape Mystic Blue BBQAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/go7qByPmM9UWhat's your favorite BBQ sauce? Evangelina Blue-Williams with Mystic Blue, a retired military veteran turned BBQ sauce entrepreneur joins us to share hers.Evangelina shares her passion for cooking, how a homemade BBQ sauce spawned a business, and the unique flavors she offers. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of Evangelina transitioning to civilian life,

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206: Jen Amos Introduces the Season 9 Trailer of...

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2024/09/16

206: Jen Amos Introduces the Season 9 Trailer of Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealthAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PwdlJm6n98gJen Amos welcomes you to the Season 9 Trailer of Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth! Jen discusses what to expect in this 'short and sweet' season, the continual partnership with The Rosie Network and Blue Water Advisors, and hints at new and returning guests!Read our Monday, September 16th, 2024 newsletter:

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205: Jen Amos encourages living life with intention...

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2024/06/20

205: Jen Amos encourages living life with intention and with others in the Season 8 FinaleAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q8vxRmv-UKcAnd that's a wrap for Season 8 of Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth! Jen Amos reflects on her journey as a podcaster, content creator, and entrepreneur while also expressing gratitude to everyone who's been involved. She acknowledges this season's partnership with The Rosie Network, Blue Water Advisors, and her co-host (and husband) Scott R. Tucker

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204: Iman McDonnaugh-Brown Blends Trinidadian...

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2024/06/17

204: Iman McDonnaugh-Brown Blends Trinidadian Heritage and Family Values with Her Entrepreneurial SpiritAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/06dSrIdvVXEHow does your cultural heritage influence your personal and professional life? For Iman McDonnaugh-Brown, she shares her journey from a modeling career to founding "We Are Wonderfully Made," a business that celebrates her Trinidadian heritage through natural and flavorful pepper sauces.As a military spouse, Iman navigates the complexities of

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203: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Wallace Feature...

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2024/06/13

203: Scott R. Tucker and Mike Wallace Feature Partnerships and Programs Designed to Serve Military RetireesAlso available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yBONz1al6H8Jen Amos takes a break from hosting on Thursdays to introduce replays of her husband's live show, "Take A Knee" Tuesdays. Continuing from episode 201, US VetWealth Founder and CEO Scott R. Tucker is joined by Blue Water Advisors (BWA) CEO Mike Wallace to discuss the Military Retirement Blueprint and the War Chest Strategy. They also

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