USNA MidMoms and More Podcast

Join me for PART 2 of this incredible conversation centered around 50 years of Women 1976-2026 at military academies, focusing on USNA, with special Alumnae guests, Linda "Postie" Postenrieder '82, USNA Women President; Marie Burris '86, Program Manager For 50 years; Adrienne Maeser Mills '06 Marketing Director, Kristi Bickel '07 Communications Director.  These accomplished grads think back on the...

Join me for PART 1 of this incredible conversation centered around 50 years of Women 1976-2026 at military academies, focusing on USNA, with special Alumnae guests, Linda "Postie" Postenrieder '82, USNA Women President; Marie Burris '86, Program Manager For 50 years; Adrienne Maeser Mills '06 Marketing Director, Kristi Bickel '07 Communications Director.  These accomplished grads think back on the...

Join me and my special guest, Kim Parker (USNA '91) as we talk about her Navy journey 35 years in the making, and as we discuss the conference this weekend (April 16-19, 2026) 50 Years of Women at USNA. Based on my book A USNA Mom's Journey available at the MIdstore. https://usnamidmomsandmore.org . "The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the official ...

Join me for this episode with Kristi Bickel (USNA '2007), as we discuss life on the Yard and in Fleet, her journey as an author, and 50 years of Women at USNA. Don't miss this crucial conversation! You can find Kristi at: https://www.memotherwasamermaidbooks.com/ and on IG at @memotherwasamermaidbooks. My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journey available at the Midstore and on my website...

Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal available at the Midstore, I invite you to join me for my episode with the adorable Ziggy Rex and Miss Sondra, as we talk about her job at the Naval Academy Museum, her work as a mentor to Midshipmen, and her past life as an army enlisted soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan. "The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not reflect the...

Join me for this special episode with my friend, Haley, who is a Navy spouse, as she offers insights, advice, on deployments and separation, and life as a Navy spouse, how parents can offer support, and much more! This is a great listen for parents of Firsties to learn about what their Mids will need to do and how to prepare for moving to their first duty stations after Commissioning, especially i...

Join me for episode 57 of my USNA MidMoms and More podcast with special guest, '24 Grad, ENS Andrew Mazza, as we explore USNA and the Med Corps Career path. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal: Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay - Dads You Need This, Too! Andrew's very informative article is posted with this podcast episode on my website, https://usnamidmomsandmo...

Recorded live while walking on the Yard. Some things to think about during PPW. By AN Shine, based on the bok A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Guide to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay. https://usnamidmomsandmore.org

Join me for an eye opening conversation with my special guest Karl Smith as we talk about how USNA trains parents to transition for Fleet Life. This is Part 2 of a two part podcast. My Mission is to Equip and Empower USNA parents for Success in the Journey. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay #Dads Need this, too!, available a...

Join me for an eye opening conversation with my special guest Karl Smith as we talk about how USNA trains parents to transition for Fleet Life. This is Part 1 of a two part podcast. My Mission is to Equip and Empower USNA parents for Success in the Journey. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by the Bay #Dads Need this, too! Available at...

Join me as I am interviewed by my husband jeff about my Navy roots and why I  "pay it forward" to my Navy family, with special guest AN Shine.  usnamidmomsandmore.org

My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by The Bay - Dads Need This, Too! available exclusively at the Mdistore. Join me, AN Shine, for my special episode with guests Katrina McIntosh and Brandy Hoot of the BLB USNA Class of 2029 Facebook page, as we discuss this year's special logistics, changes, and give advice to prepare for...

My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four Years by The Bay - Dads Need This, Too! available exclusively at the Mdistore. Join me, AN Shine, for my special episode with guests Katrina McIntosh and Brandy Hoot of the BLB USNA Class of 2029 Facebook page, as we discuss this year's special logistics, changes, and give advice to prepare for...

The USNA journey is unique and is not always easy. Join me as I have a candid conversation with Academy Insider, Grant Vermeer, as we discuss the rollercoaster of emotions that is I-Day and the beginning of this transformational path of service. You can also listen to prior episodes #36 & 37 with Grant. Based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Your Ultimate Playbook to Survive and Thrive Four...

Join me for Part 2 of my conversation with Scott McBride, Author of the children's book series, Connor the Cutter, and USNA 1998 grad, as we talk about his service, the twists and turns in his journey and how he faced them, and his sage advice for Mids and parents. Based on my Book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Dads, You Need This, Too!  Find out more - visit https://usnamidmomsandmore.org .

Join me for a long awaited new episode!  My guest is a USNA grad, U.S. Coast Guard Officer, and Children's Book Author Scott McBride (USNA '98). He tells us about his unique journey from Midshipman, to Naval Officer, to Coast Guard PAO and Children's Book Author. He shares all about his path, Forged by the Sea, that culminated with writing his book series for children, Connor the Cutter.  Find out...

in this episode, I am live from Notre Dame, where I am taking summer classes. I read from my book, which is currently sold out, for Plebe parents as they prepare for their First Call. Personal insights and additional anecdotes are added as I read from my manuscript, Section 9 - Getting Ready for the Call...

Join me for an animated conversation with Karl Smith, Susan Weisberg, and Steve Wade, as we talk about writing, reminisce about our Navy journeys, and ask each other the questions we have always wondered about each other!  This is Part 1 of a two part episode.  My podcast is based on my book,  USNA Mom's Journal (Dads, you need this too!) available on my website, at the Midstore, and on Kindle and...

This is podcast episode 44 - Part 2 of Books, Blogs and More with Karl, Susan and Steve. Join me for the continuing conversation and Q&A. This podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal available on my website, at the Midstore, and on Kindle and Apple Books. https://usnamidmomsandmore.org . Follow me on Instagram @usnamidmomsandmore

The Class of 2024 is on my heart. I remember well that after Commissioning of our second Midshipman this prayer came to me as I looked at what was ahead for newly minted Officers and their parents alike. Now that they are away from the safety of Mother B and in the Fleet or Marine Corps, things change and my prayers requests had to adapt - Semper Gumby, right? Here is my prayer not only for my kid...

Join me for this episode that is literally close to many hearts as we hear about how the life of one Mid has been instrumental in bringing awareness and saving many other Mids' lives. My special guests are Kabrina (USNA '27 Mom) and Jennifer Carillo (USNA '22 Mom). Find out more about the Duke Cariilo Foundation .  My USNA MidMoms and More podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal -  Plebe...

Join me for a candid and honest conversation about faith, the role that it plays in the USNA journey, and Robert and Cathy's 16-year journey. You can find out more about my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, on my website - USNA Mid Moms and More . If you are a USNA parent interested in finding out more about this prayer ministry, the prayer group meets virtually on the third Sunday of every month. Pleas...

Join me for  my conversation with USNA Grad Kristin Cronic creator of Easel on Stribling (USNA '11) as we discuss her beautiful artwork of the Yard and life at Navy, what inspires her, life as a Mid and an Officer, and her new book, A Midshipman's Journey.   My podcast is based on my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, exclusively available at the Midstore and on my Etsy shop - https://usnamidmomsandmore....

Join me and my very special guest, Tisha Wright, as we explore her Mid's journey from enlisted Marine to Napster to USNA Midshipman, and future Navy/Marine Corps Officer. My podcast is based on my book, A USNa Mom's Journal, available exclusively at the Midstore and on my Etsy shop. Please visit usnamidmomsandmore.org for more information.

After 17 deployments, my special guest, Elaine Brye, author of Be Safe, Love Mom, returns for a second installment of advice and a wealth of information and guidance for parents. This is a MUST listen for Firstie and Fleet parents alike! In honor of this episode, I will be launching my RED line. To find out more, please visit my website, usnamidmomsandmore.org. My podcast is based on my book, A US...