Women Serve Too

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Brittinie Wick interviews Shannon Hough, the CEO and founder of Shields of Sisters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma. Shannon shares her personal journey, including her military service, the sexual assault she endured, and the subsequent creation of her organization to help others heal. The...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Emily Foreman shares her journey as a 13N Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Launch Officer in the United States Air Force, discussing the challenges of balancing military duties with motherhood. She highlights her involvement in the Women's Initiative Team, aimed at improving the quality of life for service members, especially women. Emily reflects on the im...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rachel Oswalt shares her journey as a military mental health advocate, discussing her experiences in the Navy, the challenges faced by women in the military, and the stigma surrounding mental health. She emphasizes the importance of finding one's voice and advocating for change within the military mental health system, highlighting the need for transparency a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Brittinie Wick interviews Elizabeth Estabrooks, a consultant and advocate for women veterans. They discuss Estabrooks' military experience, the challenges faced by women in the military, and her work in social justice, particularly focusing on survivors of personal violence. Estabrooks shares her journey from military service to becoming a voice for women vet...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Amanda Mae Sauceto shares her journey as a woman veteran, discussing her enlistment in the Air Force just before September 11, her various roles during her military career, and her transition to civilian life. She emphasizes the importance of mental health advocacy for women veterans, the challenges they face in feeling validated and supported, and the need for co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Doris Sumner shares her extensive military career and personal journey, highlighting the challenges faced by women in the military, particularly regarding gender discrimination and sexual harassment. She discusses her transition from a truck driver to a human resources manager and equal opportunity advocate, emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive envi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Women Serve Too, host Brittinie Wick interviews Jane Babcock, a veteran and County Veterans Service Officer, who shares her military journey and her advocacy for veteran benefits. Jane discusses her experiences in the military, the importance of understanding veteran benefits, and the challenges faced by veterans, particularly in navigating healthcare and educat...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel shares her journey from a challenging upbringing to her military service and the complexities of transitioning to civilian life. She discusses the impact of military sexual trauma, the importance of fitness in her healing process, and her experiences as a mother. Rachel emphasizes the need for resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of supportin...

Send us Fan Mail In this reflective episode, Brittinie Wick reviews the impactful year of 2024 for the Women's Serve Too podcast, highlighting powerful stories and themes such as resilience, community, and advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help, the strength found in shared experiences, and the need for supportive environments. Looking ahead to 2025, she shares exciting new i...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Vanessa Adkinson shares her journey from military service and eventually to law enforcement. She discusses the challenges of transitioning from a military mindset to a guardian role in law enforcement, the importance of mental health and physical fitness, and the need for a supportive community. Vanessa emphasizes the significance of coping with trauma, the t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Vanessa Anderson, a military veteran and military spouse, shares her journey from the military to civilian life and her experience with vocational rehabilitation benefits. She discusses the limitations of the GI Bill and highlights the advantages of vocational rehabilitation. Vanessa also provides strategies for finding suitable employment opportunities, managing...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Carnell Hall shares her experience of joining the Marine Corps and the struggles she faced during boot camp. She discusses the discrimination and sexual harassment she encountered as a woman in the military, as well as her experience of military sexual trauma. Despite these challenges, Dr. Hall emphasizes the importance of faith, family support, and personal resilience in over...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Janet Hudson shares her remarkable journey as a military nurse with over 42 years of experience, including 13 years in the Air Force. She discusses her motivations for joining the military, her deployment during Desert Storm, and the health challenges she faced upon returning home, including Gulf War syndrome. Janet explores her holistic approach to healing, her d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, April Chen, an Air Force Major, shares her military experience from Cadet and on. She discusses her through ROTC and the impact it had on her leadership style. April also talks about how the Air Force continues to expand leadership opportunities. She recalls her time through the newest Air Force Initiative for officer leadership and how it adapted for COVID. ABOUT...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Erikka Durdle, an Air Force veteran, fiction writer, and educator, shares her military experience and transition to becoming an educator. She discusses her journey of pursuing a PhD and writing a novel that explores the relationship between a mother and daughter with a language and cultural barrier. Erikka also talks about how writing has helped her make sense of...

Send us Fan Mail Air Force veteran Aleha Ingle shares her journey from the military to academia and her mission to combat workplace bullying. She emphasises the importance of creating safe and inclusive work environments and advocates for the Workplace Psychological Safety Act. In her own experience, she faced bullying and a lack of support from her leadership, which led her to pursue multiple deg...

Send us Fan Mail Disclaimer:  This episode makes no medical claims regarding the benefits of CBD or other products. In this episode, Gilda Mitat-Del Valle, a veteran turned entrepreneur, shares her journey from the military to corporate America and eventually starting her own business in the CBD industry. She emphasises the importance of diversifying income streams and constantly evolving to meet...

Send us Fan Mail Brittney Howard shares her experience of domestic violence and the lack of support from her unit's leadership during her time in the military. She highlights the need for better mental health support and resources for victims of domestic violence in the military. Brittney also discusses her journey of healing and building confidence after leaving the abusive relationship. She...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rabbina Banks, a former US Air Force aircraft fuel systems technician and current business owner, discusses her experience transitioning from the military to civilian life. She highlights the challenges faced by women veterans, including the struggle to identify as veterans and the lack of support during the transition process. Rabbina also addresses the issue of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Meghann shares her military journey and the challenges she faced, including being sexually assaulted while deployed. She discusses her experiences as a firefighter and aeromedical evacuation technician. She also talks about the aftermath of the assault, including the command directed investigation and shares her experience of inadequate response to her sexual assa...

Send us Fan Mail Ami Maikoski shares her military experience and the impact it had on her identity and outlook. She discusses the obstacles she faced as a woman in the military and how she overcame them. Ami addresses controversial views on women in combat roles and emphasizes the importance of focusing on capabilities rather than gender. She also highlights the resources available to veterans and...

Send us Fan Mail Sam Sliney, a judge advocate in the US Air Force, shares her journey in the military and the challenges of being in a mil-to-mil marriage. She discusses how she became a JAG and the different paths to becoming a military lawyer. Sam also talks about the difficulties of being co-located with her husband, who is in the Army, and the logistics of childcare and moving. She highlights...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Charmin Jacobs, a distinguished business coach and former U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander, shares her journey from military service to entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges faced by transitioning women veterans and the importance of finding purpose and starting a business. Sherman also highlights the availability of grants and funding opportunities for asp...

Send us Fan Mail Amanda Huffman, an Air Force veteran and host of the Women of the Military podcast, shares her military journey and experiences as a woman in a male-dominated field. She discusses her decision to join the military, her role as a civil engineer officer, and her deployment to Afghanistan. Amanda also talks about the challenges she faced as a woman in the military and the reasons for...

Send us Fan Mail Elisabeth Joy, a US Army veteran, shares her experiences and journey in the military. She joined the military because she wanted to serve a greater purpose and have adventures. She became a pilot, flying Chinook helicopters. She deployed to Afghanistan & Iraq multiple times. Elisabeth also discusses the impact of 9/11 on her military career and the challenges she faced, includ...