Episode 23B: Melissa and Anthony Hemphill (Part 2)

Melissa and Anthony have a compelling story of perseverance, service, and love. After falling in love with each other at the United States Air Force Academy while each of them competed in NCAA Division 1 Athletics, they discovered that they had an unplanned pregnancy. Melissa and Anthony shared the strong desire to serve their country as commissioned officers, and give back to the Air Force Academy as instructors. While navigating the archaic rules of our Federal military academies, Anthony and Melissa had to endure significant hardship in order to keep their family together…all while upholding their oath as military service members. Join Melissa and Anthony on this special two part episode where we will discuss the challenges, legal implications, and story of exceptional resilience that led to the creation of the CADET Act, and why this important reform for our federal military academies effects us ALL. Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/10/15/change-service-academy-no-dependents-policy-melissa-hemphill/ , To get more information on our guests Anthony and Melissa Hemphill: Instagram: melissahemphill ~Music by Army Veteran, musician, artist, activist *YETI TEARS* IG: @yetitears Spotify: Yeti Tears Twitch: yetitears Interested in coming on the podcast with your story of making a positive difference? Reach out to Us! ~Adam DeRito IG: @adam.derito Facebook & Twitter: Adam DeRito Website: www.adamderito.com , ~HonorHillTactical IG & Facebook: @honorhilltactical Links: https://linktr.ee/HHTmedia ,