I'Mpossible Podcast

In this inspiring episode of the IMpossible Podcast , host Monica Fullerton is joined by talented Spouse-ly vendor Samantha "Sam" Hiegel , the creative heart behind Sam & Sea Artistry . This episode is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the beauty that can come from turning life's changing seasons into meaningful art. As an Army spouse, mother, and resin artist, Sam has built a business...

In this inspiring episode of the  IMpossible Podcast , host  Monica Fullerton  is joined by two incredibly talented Spouse-ly vendors —  Sarah Doran , author of  The Fearless and Fallen , and  Jennifer Harms , the artist behind the book's beautiful illustrations. This episode is a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the magic that happens when women support one another's visions. Sarah a...

In this inspiring episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Jennifer Cornelius, a Marine Corps veteran and East Regional Security Director at U.S. Bank, to share her incredible story of resilience, faith, and self-discovery. From a Brooklyn childhood dreaming of driving New York City trains to a decorated 13-year Marine career, Jennifer's journey shows how challenges can forge clarity and purp...

In this powerful episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Amy Suzanne, military spouse, mom of six, and founder of Pink Stork. Amy shares her astonishing journey from being told she might never have children to surviving hyperemesis gravidarum, a life-threatening blood infection, multiple deployments and PCS moves—and ultimately building a mission-driven women's wellness brand found at Target...

🎙 In this powerful episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Les Hoffman, Marine Corps veteran and VP of Product at U.S. Bank. Growing up a "military brat," Les learned to adapt early—skills that later carried him through logistics leadership in the Marines, a demanding transition into the private sector, and ultimately product leadership serving the supply-chain economy. From boots-on-the-gro...

🎙 In this powerful episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with bestselling suspense author and veteran spouse Dani Pettrey. From an eighth-birthday gift of Murder on the Orient Express and after-school Scooby-Doo to 14 published novels and over 1,000,000 copies sold, Dani's story is a masterclass in passion, purpose, and perseverance. She shares how marriage, motherhood, and military life shaped...

🎙 In this inspiring episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Ben Prill, founder of Bourbon Smoke Woodworking—and the other half of the creative power couple behind Love and Lettering by Katie. From his early days in Wisconsin and an ROTC scholarship decision that set him on an Air Force career, to discovering woodworking as both a creative outlet and a source of connection, Ben's story is one...

🎙 In this powerful episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with longtime friend, communications powerhouse, and military spouse entrepreneur Lyndsey Akers. From her early days as a college softball champ and aspiring sports publicist to becoming the strategic force behind Spouse-ly's media success, Lyndsey's journey is one of reinvention, resilience, and rising into purpose. As the storyteller be...

In this powerful episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Nicole , founder of Wreaths by Nicole , former Marine and Air Force musician, and now a proud military spouse and entrepreneur. Nicole shares her one-of-a-kind journey from performing in military bands to creating handcrafted wreaths made from upcycled uniforms—wreaths that now adorn doors across the country and tell the stories of ser...

In this heartfelt episode, host Monica Fullerton sits down with Erin, Navy spouse and founder of The Dainty Forces , to talk about resilience, reinvention, and building a purpose-driven jewelry brand that inspires connection and strength. After earning a degree in hospitality and moving to Hawaii just before the pandemic, Erin's career plans came to a sudden halt. But instead of giving up, she tur...

In this episode, Caroline sits down with retired Air Force veteran and serial inventor Matt Butler , the brilliant mind behind the outdoor game Rollors and the innovative scorekeeping Tally Tumbler . From flying reconnaissance missions in Italy to launching two successful products now sold in major retailers and Spousely, Matt shares how his military service shaped his mission to bring people toge...

In this season kickoff episode, Spousely founder and CEO Monica Fullerton joins communications strategist Caroline Schafer to celebrate five incredible years of Spousely, reflect on the power of community, and kick off a new season of the  I'm Possible Podcast . Monica shares her journey launching Spousely just before the pandemic, the driving mission behind the marketplace, and how their team hel...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host and producer Caroline Schafer chats with military spouses Jen & Kirst of Wives of the Armed Forces .  Tune in to hear how Jen & Kirst took an unlikely friendship and formed a community of military spouses who have come together to support, inspire, and encourage one another on their military spouse journey.  Jen & Kirst would love for you to connect with t...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host and producer Caroline Schafer chats with veteran and military spouse Sarah Doran about how and why she became an author of children's books with military children in mind.  Tune in to hear how Sarah took an idea and a love for writing and turned the impossible into "I'm possible!" To order a copy of " The Peppered Sky " for a military child in your life, v...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host and producer Caroline Schafer chats with first responder spouse Michelle Johnson about why she started her graphic design marketing business.  Tune in to hear how Michelle took the daily stay-at-home mom life, tapped into her creative side, and turned the impossible into "I'm possible!"  To order one of her stickers or a custom print, visit Michelle's Spou...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host and producer Caroline Schafer chats with military spouse Selena Conmackie - CEO of Hauoli Socially Inspired - about why she started her business.  Tune in to hear why Selena wants to be your new techie best and how she turned the impossible into "I'm possible!" Selena is a WordPress website designer and also helps small and medium-sized businesses with dig...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host and producer Caroline Schafer chats with veteran and military spouse Mindy King about why she started her embroidery business - Heart'felt' Travels.  Tune in to hear how Mindy took a hobby, and art therapy for PTSD, and turned the impossible into "I'm possible!"  To order your personalized embroidered gift, visit Mindy's Spouse-ly store -  Heartfelt Travel...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, CEO and Founder Monica Fullerton chats with Evan & Shannon Kaufman about their entrepreneurial journey to help fellow military families bring consistency through homeownership. But what we love most is their shared passion for helping others, which makes them a true powerhouse couple all around! Tune in to hear how Evan & Shannon turn the impossible into "I'm p...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with vendor Travis Sites about his Spouse-ly shop - Reinvented Woodworks . Travis shares his story of taking the impossible and making it  "I'm possible." You can connect with Travis on:  Reinvented Woodworks Instagram To learn how you can become a vendor or support our vendors, please visit Spouse-ly today!  We'd love to have you fo...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with service provider Alison Bell about her Spouse-ly shop - Alison Bell Photography . Alison shares her story of taking the impossible and making it  "I'm possible." You can connect with Alison on:  Alison Bell Photography Alison Bell Photography To learn how you can become a vendor or support our vendors, please visit Spouse-ly tod...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with vendor Kimberly Branche about her Spouse-ly shop - Branche Basu Boutique . Kimberly shares her story of taking the impossible and making it  "I'm possible." You can connect with Kimberly on:  Branche Basu Boutique Instagram Kimberly Branche LinkedIn To learn how you can become a vendor or support our vendors, please visit Spouse...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with vendors Erin and Mike - a husband and wife team. Mike works full time as a firefighter and Erin is a nurse.  In their spare time, they love to design and create unique and special products. ​Each product is personally hand-crafted after an order is placed.   This is the perfect time to order for Christmas at their Spouse-ly shop...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, Spouse-ly CEO & Founder Monica Fullerton chats with Sam Thurman, Head of Risk Operations at Elavon • U.S. Bank - a Spouse-ly partner, about his time in the military and his career trajectory as a veteran.  You can connect with Elavon on:  Elavon Website   Find them on Elavon's Facebook Connect with them on Elavon's LinkedIn Find out more about the Elavon & Spou...

Welcome, listeners! In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with vendor Angelica Hanley about her Spouse-ly shop - ACouplePuns . Angelica shares why she supports Spouse-ly and is the "I'm possible" behind the possible.   You can connect with Angelica on:  ACouplePuns Instagram ACouplePuns Facebook To learn how you can become a vendor or support our vendors, please visit Spouse-ly today!  We'd...