The Female Veterans Podcast
by Magnum Opus Multimedia LLC
The Female Veterans Podcast was created as a platform to raise awareness of the unique issues that face female heroes who serve and allow their diverse stories to be heard. Each episode features a "girl talk" style, real conversation. We document what it was like to serve, the transition out of active duty service, life as a veteran and how to make civilian life successful. The goal is to help other women by sharing our experiences - good or bad. This podcast is the first production of Magnum Opus Multimedia LLC. Our mission is to share female veteran stories and serve the community.
Episodes
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Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Empowerment: The Season 9 Finale
👉 Don’t miss this episode filled with insights, inspiration, and advice for female veterans navigating life after service. About This Episode: Kia is back with a powerful conversation featuring Oluwatosin, a former Army lieutenant, about her military journey and the health struggles she overcame...
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The Female Veterans Podcast: Theresa's Story Of Surviving Financial Abuse and Reclaiming Power
Welcome back to The Female Veterans Podcast, ranked in the top 100 veteran mental health podcasts! In this powerful and timely episode, Theresa Melton returns to share her deeply personal and shocking story. After joining us in Season 7, Theresa has faced unimaginable challenges, including the...
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Air Force Veteran And Author of Becoming Her: How to Become A Survivor - Ashton's Story Comes With A Trigger Warning
About Our Episode: The Female Veterans Podcast is ranked in the top 100 for mental health podcasts for veterans! In this compelling episode, we speak with Ashton, who was born into a military family with both parents serving in the Air Force. Despite her lineage, Ashton’s path was fraught with...
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Amanda's Journey of Strength And Resilience After Harassment
👤 About Our Episode: In this powerful episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, we sit down with Amanda, a former Marine who served from 1994 to 2002. Amanda chose the Marine Corps for their polished appearance and prestige, and she shares her profound and often harrowing experiences during her...
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Dawn's Courage Amidst Chaos: One Female Army Veteran's Shocking Experiences
You've got to listen until the end for this one! In this episode of the Female Veterans Podcast, I chat with Dawn, a former United States Army soldier with a decade of service under her belt. From her military upbringing to navigating the trials of bootcamp while injured, Dawn shares her…
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A Female Veteran's Journey To Self Love After A Chaotic Military Experience
On this best podcast episode of 2024, Victoria shares her story. We discuss her military experience, assualts, trauma of a very challenging deployment and the impact it had on her family. She shares how her military experience changed her into a monster, and her long journey to heal herself and…
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Transmuting Grief: A Special Episode of the Female Veterans Podcast with Lola
In this very special episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I am joined by Lola, who is doing some incredible work for the veteran community. Lola shares her experience facilitating veteran women's indigenous healing circles and discusses the upcoming event - a female veterans grief retreat. She...
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Serving With Pride And Embracing Challenge: Ketara's Story Founder of The Brave Woman Academy
In this episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I welcome Ketara, a proud National Guard servicemember and the founder of Brave Woman Academy. We explore the often overlooked journey of a guardsman. Ketara shares her multifaceted experiences and the astonishing breadth of skills she acquired,...
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The True Grit Of A Female Soldier: Martha's Story of Balancing Military Service, Motherhood, and Seizing Opportunities
In this inspiring best podcast 2023 episode of The Female Veterans Podcast, I chat with Martha, a retired army veteran, who shares her powerful journey from immigrating to the Bronx, New York, from the Dominican Republic, to joining the military at the tender age of 17, and eventually becoming a...
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United In Sisterhood - Detrel's Mission To Empower Female Veterans
Welcome back for another gripping episode of the Female Veterans Podcast. Today, we have a rockstar guest joining us - Detrel, an army veteran and founder of the impactful organization, United in Sisterhood. We're going to dive deep into the joys, challenges, and even fears associated with her...
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An Empowered Voice: Raw Reflections of A Female Veteran -Rachel Oswalt's Story
In this episode of best podcast 2023, The Female Veterans Podcast, I am joined by fellow podcast host (Your Story Doesn't End Here) and Navy shipmate Rachel Oswalt. She shares her experience of joining the Navy and undergoing bootcamp. She addresses concerns like the lack of challenging…
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The Impact of Career Suppression and Poor Leadership On The Morale of A Female Sailor: Pooja's Story
This episode of the Female Veterans Podcast I am joined by a shipmate of mine, Pooja, who served with me at my command for a few years. Pooja was staff on the ward of the Naval Hospital and in the fleet. Pooja reflects on her experiences of sexual harassment, assault, and unfair treatment in the...
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The S9 Premiere: How Diana Survived Her Fiance Being K.I.A And So Much More While On Active Duty
On this episode of The Female Veterans Podcast (best podcast 2023) Diana gets candid about her traumatic childhood. She tells me about the abuse she survived that led to her choice to join the Army. Diana shared how she faced boot camp with a bad attitude and was angry at the world. She details…
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The Season 8 Finale: Female Veteran And Host Of Nubian Queen Nation Podcast - Nubia's Story
Today on this episode of the best podcast for women and women veterans, I have the honor of interviewing Nubia, an amazing female veteran podcast host. We talk about her time in the military, the challenges she faced, and her transition to civilian life. Nubia, a New England native, joined the…
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Hero's Journey: Female Veteran Author Amy Shares Stories From Her 30 Year Military Career
On this best podcast episode I am joined by another amazing woman veteran. When Amy Forsythe joins the Marines in 1993, she faces the challenge of mastering an intimidating obstacle course and the difficult task of succeeding in a male-dominated environment, all while honoring her grandparents'...
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Empowering Women Veterans: Life Changing Advice From A Veteran Financial Advisor
Find out why this is a best podcast 2023! On this new episode of The Female Veterans Podcast join us for an inspiring episode about Dr. Ann James an extraordinary 21 year Air Force Veteran, financial expert and coach. She is a successful woman veteran who has transformed her own finances and is…
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Overcoming Deployment: One Woman Veterans Mental Health Journey Through Service, Parenting Betrayal, and Death
Find out why this vet pod is a one of the best podcasts 2023. In today's podcast episode, I am joined by Army veteran, Ami Ritter. As two board members of Hope 4 Veterans we had a lot to chat about that organization later in the episode. But first, Ami shares her experience in the Army. We…
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This Online Retreat Can Help You Heal
Native American veterans may be the most marginalized demographic of veterans through out our history. Not to mention indigenous female veterans. On this episode, I am joined by 3 amazing Native American women who are dedicated to helping women each in their own unique way. Their passion for...
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Another Little Rant: LaVena. Vanessa. Denisha. And More.
I felt like it had been too long since we had real talk. In this episode I am discussing what has been going on with me, my thoughts on Veterans Day and I go into my feelings on women being murdered while serving in the military. You don't want to miss this one. Thank you to the sponsor of this...
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The Truth About Ketamine Use For Veterans With Sonia Cotto CRNA
I am joined by Sonia Cotto CRNA and co founder of The Ketamine Clinic of South Florida. We discuss what ketamine is, how it can help a variety of symptoms and illness such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and more. She shares with me the success rate of ketamine therapy and what you will experience…
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From The Air Force To The Public Health Service And How She Overcame Infertility: Carma's Story
Carma's experience in the Air Force was unique. Especially her field training experience. It completely blew my mind. Carma was already a registered dietician when she entered the military as a fully qualified officer. She shares with me some of the difficulties she witnessed and experienced...
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He Was Technically Pronounced Dead But They Brought Him Back To Life - Sadie's Story
Female veteran health and wellness coach Sadie joins me to discuss her US Army military experience. We discuss her experiences during wartime, the death, and injuries due to the conflict and the impact that a suicide had on her experience. We dive deep into being both active duty and a military...
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The Season 8 Premiere: Operation Truth, Vaccine Injury, Gulf War Syndrome and Burnpits
Thank you for supporting The Female Veterans Podcast for 3 years! For the first episode of Season 8, I speak with a disabled veteran and advocate. Sara Boyd created Operation Truth to bring awareness to chronic multi-symptom illnesses caused by vaccine injury but she a wealth of information about...
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The Limited Series Part 3: Rebecca Patterson's Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officers Association Of America
It's the Season 7 Finale! This is another special episode in partnership with the Military Officers Association Of America (MOAA). Rebecca is a 22 year veteran of the US Army. She tells me what it is like to attend West Point in the early 1990's. She expresses the difficulties she faced in…
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Another Little Rant: Women's Rights Are Human Rights
This was recorded on Saturday June 25, 2022. These are my thoughts and opinions. This episode comes with a trigger warning. If you want to answer the questions I asked in this solo episode dm @thefemaleveteranspodcast on Instagram. Don't forget to follow me! And Thank you for your continued love...
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Microdosing: How It Can Benefit Your Mental Health As An Alternative Therapy
I am joined to discuss the benefits of micro-dosing as a therapy to treat PTSD, anxiety and depression. Donna of The Portland Psychedelic Society. We discuss what micro-dosing is, how it can help you, and how to begin. Donna shares her story, I share some of mine and we offer many resources to...
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The Limited Series Part 2: Kellie Clelland's Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officer's Association of America
My guest Kellie’s story is a little different than many of my episodes. She served in the Public Health Service, one of the uniformed services of the United States although it is not an armed service. Trained military style and deployed to serve, Kellie shares her experience, both the joys of...
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The Barbara Giordano Foundation Can Help You
This episode is all about the work the The Barbara Giordano Foundation does to help female veterans. I am joined by Virginia Giordano, the CEO of the organization, for another chat about how the foundation has expanded to help female veterans from around the world. We talk about specific ways you...
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The Limited Series Part 1: Captain Pat Williams' Episode - In Partnership With The Military Officers Association of America
This is the first episode in a limited series in partnership with the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). Captain Pat Williams may have had the most amazing military career of any of my guests. Pat spent 35 years in the Navy. We discuss her experience being enlisted, her move to...
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The Dangers Of Excessive Drinking In The Military - Esaia's Story
Marine veteran Esaia and I talk about the "drinking culture" that can be part of being in the military. We discuss how many who serve are young and not educated in the dangers of drinking or how to manage alcohol intake in a responsible way. Esaia shares the story of what happened when her…
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Another Little Rant: Let's Talk About The Ukraine Invasion For A Minute
How are you feeling about what is happening in the Ukraine? As veterans I think we often have very strong opinions about war. Today I was triggered so I thought maybe many of us are. In this mini-episode solocast, I discuss what's lies ahead for the podcast, as well as how this invasion is...
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Serving in the 1980's - Navy Vet And Ms. Veteran America Finalist Theresa's Story
Theresa grew up in a military environment. She knew from a very young age that her future was in the Navy. But what she didn't foresee was that she would be a finalist in Ms. Veteran America! Theresa and I chat about her experiences in the Navy, including her dream of being stationed at the…
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From The Coast Guard To The CIA And Now An Author And Comedian - Caroline's Story
Caroline is the author of "Fairly Smooth Operator, My Life Occasionally At The Tip Of A Spear" and her story is an interesting one. As a Coast Guard veteran she shares her experience of being a female in a branch that is still almost entirely male. We share and contrast our experiences serving in...
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A Little End Of 2021 Rant: What Do You Answer To Thank You For Your Service?
This is a short solo episode. More than ever I hear "thank you for your service" My question is how do you answer that? I'll tell you how I answer it! I also discuss veteran owned businesses and my opinion on how we can better support each other. Find out what www.gruntstyle.com is and all about...
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"You Can't Let This Stuff Build Up Inside You And You Begin To Hate The World" VR's Story
VR Smalls served during the 1980's as a Navy Hospital Corpsman. This is a story that is absolutely heartbreaking to me, as well as inspirational. We talk about how VR decided to end her career after being stationed at a command where the commanding officer seemed to develop a particular type of...
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"It Was Like Who Am I Outside Of A Uniform" Lani of Kruse Corner's Story
On a very special Veterans Day episode author Lani Hankins, host of the podcast Kruse Corner joins me to share her experience. While serving in the Army she endured so much during her time on active duty. From being labeled as stuck up to being stationed in a toxic "dog eat dog" environment, we...
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"Can You Just Listen Long Enough To Hear Their Story" Jessica Forms Break Through Therapy To Help Veterans Heal
I had such a great time chatting with Jessica a veteran Marine Corps officer, and expert shooter. We talk about how hard it was for her even to be selected to go to OCS, and the training including the use of sleep deprivation. We discuss the importance of good leadership and the impact it has. I...
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"When You Have Problems In the Military, They Are Real Problems Not Pretend" The Founder Of Brave Original Designs - Jillian's Story
After growing up in a military family it was an easy choice for Jillian to join. After attending a private military university she joined the Navy as a Seabee. We share stories about experiencing both favoritism and some not so good situations. Jillian tells me all about her "wild child" ways and...
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Season 7 Premiere: "We Don't Want Defectives" Taniki Richard's Story ****Trigger Warning
It's my birthday so what better day to launch Season 7! This is a big episode, I know. But when you hear Taniki's story you'll understand. Taniki is marine veteran, a co-founder of JT Inspire, an author, poet, speaker and podcast host of "Pursuance: Straight Out Of The Box. She is also affiliated...
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Retired Master Sergeant And Advocate For The Legendary All Female WWII Unit The Six Triple Eight: Liz Helm-Frazier's Story
This very special episode is with Liz Helm Frazier an advocate for the legendary WWII unit The 6888. Not only are we discussing Liz's long career and transition out of the military, we dive into her newest mission the goal of having this unit be awarded The Congressional Gold Medal. If you don't...
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"You Don't Always Have To Follow A Traditional Path" The Season 6 Finale With CDR Corinne Devin
This unique episode is with Corinne Devin who is still on active duty. A commander in the Navy and International Ms. for 2020, she has managed to live a dual life of service dedicated to inspiring and serving others. We discuss her military and the obstacles she has faced and overcome every step…
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"They Are Coming For You" Mindy, Author Of A Resilient Warrior's Story***Trigger Warning***
I am joined by Mindy Dougherty who is a humanitarian and author of “A Resilient Warrior”. Mindy served as an Army combat medic in Bosnia where she became sick, suffering from appendicitis and pancreatitis at the same time. We discuss her active duty experience followed by the trauma she received...
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This Is How Teia Helps Female Veterans Feel Beautiful After Losing Their Hair - Giveaway Alert!
Teia of Her Hair RX tells me the story of her veteran aunt who suffers from alopecia. We talk about the hair pieces she made for her and how that evolved into a thriving business providing wigs to female veterans who have any type of hair loss. She explains everything you need to know about…
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"I Probably Would Have Been An 8 Year Chief If It Wasn't For The Things That Happened To Me." Pamela Heal's Story
I am joined by Pamela Heal, Founder of The Heal Network. We chat about her experience while serving in the Navy. Appearance can be a huge problem for a woman while serving. Too much attention by men can lead to negative relationships with other females and can endanger you with the males. In this...
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"It Was A Very Emotionally Trying Time. Because I Loved My Job. I Loved Serving" My Good Friend And Shipmate Johnna Opens Up
An unlikely friendship formed between Johnna and I while stationed in Great Lakes, IL. Though we spoke often before I got out of the military, I never really knew her whole story prior to her arrival at my duty station. And I didn't know what horrible events were to take take place after I...
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"Ultimately, I Decided To Join The Guard Because I wanted To Be The Hero Of My Own Story" Kerri Jeter Founder & CEO of Freedom Sisters Media
As a young single mother Kerri interviewed for a well paying government job. After a fantastic interview she was informed that the job was hers if she joined The Army National Guard. On this episode we discuss her experiences as an officer, and young woman with a large family blazing a trail in…
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“I Didn’t Have A Lot Of Opportunities Where I Could Say I Use My Experience From The Military In Civilian Life” Children's Book Author Olympia's Stor
On this episode, I chat with Olympia an Army veterans doing charity work in Arkansas. We talk about her feelings of frustration regarding being unable to use the skills she learned in the military after transitioning to civilian life. She shares a favorite story from boot camp and we reminisce...
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“It Was A Smooth Transition Until I Ran Into A Brick Wall. I Didn’t Sign Up For This” A Very Inspirational Episode With Honor
Honor thought boot camp was a summer camp. Then active duty happened. After being persuaded by a recruiter to join the Navy instead of going into the Air Force as an officer, Honor faces harsh reality as an undesignated sailor. We talk about Honor's experience, life on ship, multiple assaults and...
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"These Women Do Exist. They Exist In Our Magazine. They Exist On Your Podcast" The Founders of AVOW Magazine Sheila And Christina
This is a BIG episode! A full length double interview with two incredible female veterans. I chat with both the editor in chief and publisher of AVOW Magazine, a publication made by female veterans for female veterans. Much like this podcast. I am so pleased to be featured in the Winter 2020/2021...
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"I Never Ventured Or Thought In My Life, I Would Go Up There And Testify." Lucy's Journey From MST Survivor To Female Veteran Activist
In the summer of 2020 Lucy Del Gaudio found herself preparing to testify on Capitol Hill before Congress in the wake of Vanessa Guillen's murder at Fort Hood. We talk about how we learned of Vanessa's story and all the criminal activity taking place at that base. Lucy shares her story of feeling...
About this show
The Female Veterans Podcast was created as a platform to raise awareness of the unique issues that face female heroes who serve and allow their diverse stories to be heard. Each episode features a "girl talk" style, real conversation. We document what it was like to serve, the transition out of active duty service, life as a veteran and how to make civilian life successful. The goal is to help other women by sharing our experiences - good or bad. This podcast is the first production of Magnum Opus Multimedia LLC. Our mission is to share female veteran stories and serve the community.
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