This One Time At... FUMA

This is a recap and finale Episode where we go over some of the topics of previous episodes, and end the season. Nice and short, short and sweet, and its time to take a brief hiatus before moving on to the next season!

It’s time to trade ghost stories for dress uniforms. In this episode, Jason and Hailey dive into the pomp, pageantry, and pure chaos of Fork Union’s most formal traditions—military balls, parades, and ceremonies. From the once-a-year dance with its Arch of Sabres and “hotness contests,” to cadets sneaking off during the ball and hiding in the racquetball courts, nothing was ever as polished as the...

Every old school has its ghost stories—but Fork Union Military Academy takes things to another level. In this episode, Jason and Hailey dig into the spine-tingling tales that cadets have whispered for decades: portraits with wandering eyes, strange shadows on guard duty, and the legendary floating head in Retan Hall. We’ll talk about Dr. Hatcher’s ghostly walks across campus, chapel organ keys pre...

Ever wondered what happens when teenage cadets, strict rules, and way too much free time collide? Welcome to Fork Union’s unofficial highlight reel. In this episode, Jason and Hailey crack open the vault of cadet chaos — the kind of stories that never made the brochures. From martial arts classes interrupted by a deer to a fountain overflowing with soap suds , and from footlockers mysteriously emp...

In this episode, we dive into the legendary Retan Rifles at Fork Union Military Academy. From a bit of history to the unbelievable stories that made the program unforgettable, I share what life was really like as part of this precision rifle team. Hear tales of Color Guard beatings, bathroom mishaps involving pretzel containers, spinning rifles to earn your cords, and even the infamous troll that...

Think military school is all uniforms and marching? Think again. In this episode, I dive into the strict, sometimes absurd rules that ruled daily life at Fork Union Military Academy. From early wake-up calls to the never-ending parade of regulations, we explore how cadets navigated a world where every step, every word, and every misstep could earn a demerit. Hear the stories behind the drills, the...

In this episode, we jump right into my first chaotic days at Fork Union Military Academy. From being “The Deserted” kid to navigating my mischievous tendencies, I share the stories that set the tone for life at FUMA. Laugh along as I recount the arrival of the brochures, my dad and I cracking up at the school’s name, and the surreal experience of packing foot lockers for the first time. Hear about...

Before the buzzcuts and barracks, there was the town—and a visionary named Dr. William Hatcher. In this episode, we dive into the quiet little spot in Virginia where Fork Union Military Academy was born. From historic beginnings to local legends, get the backstory on the school, the man who built it, and the town that still holds the secrets. This place is so ordinary, its unordinary.

This is the trailer for our upcoming season of " That One Time At. .." where we dive into life as a Fork Union Military Cadet in the early 90's. Come join us as we share stories, facts, rumors, and spill all the tea in a comedic banter hopefully you enjoy. This is That one Time At...FUMA.