Ep. 0 - Every Story Deserves to Be Told

This episode explores the significance of the 50th anniversary of women at the USCGA, highlighting storytelling, in-person events, and the collaborative effort behind the commemorative project. Guests Andrea Marcille, President of the USCGA Alumni Association, and Tara King Clark, VP of Comms & Marketing, share insights on history, community engagement, and future initiatives.KeywordsUSCGA, women in the Coast Guard, alumni stories, 50th anniversary, storytelling, multimedia project, in-person events, community engagementKey TopicsSignificance of the 50th anniversary for USCGARole of storytelling in preserving historyIn-person engagement and regional eventsCollaborative efforts and sponsorships for the projectGuestsAndrea Marcille, President, USCGA Alumni AssociationTara King Clark, VP of Comms & Marketing, USCGA Alumni AssociationChapters00:00 Introduction and Logistics02:54 Celebrating 50 Years of Women at the Academy05:53 The Importance of Storytelling09:06 Creating Safe Spaces for Alumni11:58 In-Person Engagement and Events14:58 Inclusivity in Commemoration18:08 Sponsorships and Community Involvement21:13 The Role of the Podcast23:58 Final Thoughts and Future PlansResourcesUSCGA Women 50th Anniversary Website - https://cgawomen50.orgColette Travel (French Riviera Trip) - https://colette-travel.com