This One Time At... FUMA

This is a recap and finale Episode where we go over some of the topics of previous episodes, and end the season. Nice and short, short and sweet, and its time to take a brief hiatus before moving on to the next season!

It’s time to trade ghost stories for dress uniforms. In this episode, Jason and Hailey dive into the pomp, pageantry, and pure chaos of Fork Union’s most formal traditions—military balls, parades, and ceremonies.From the once-a-year dance with its Arch of Sabres and “hotness contests,” to cadets sneaking off during the ball and hiding in the racquetball courts, nothing was ever as polished as the school wanted it to look. Then there were the parades—hours in the blazing sun, cadets passing out from locked knees, and guest speakers nobody really wanted to hear.And of course, the everyday ceremonies: retreat, forced football games, rowdy cheering sections, the infamous “tall socks” tradition, and Coach Fletcher’s war on slam dunks.It’s a look at the side of FUMA where spit-shined shoes met sweaty reality—and where cadet ingenuity always found a way to bend the rules.

Every old school has its ghost stories—but Fork Union Military Academy takes things to another level. In this episode, Jason and Hailey dig into the spine-tingling tales that cadets have whispered for decades: portraits with wandering eyes, strange shadows on guard duty, and the legendary floating head in Retan Hall. We’ll talk about Dr. Hatcher’s ghostly walks across campus, chapel organ keys pressed in the dead of night, and the noises that once terrified cadets (spoiler: cockroaches).But the chills aren’t all in the past—Fork Union had its share of modern-day scares too, including a 2018 threat that shook the academy to its core.Whether you believe in the paranormal or think it’s just cadet folklore, one thing’s for sure: once you’ve spent a night at Fork Union, you’ll never forget it.

Ever wondered what happens when teenage cadets, strict rules, and way too much free time collide? Welcome to Fork Union’s unofficial highlight reel. In this episode, Jason and Hailey crack open the vault of cadet chaos — the kind of stories that never made the brochures.From martial arts classes interrupted by a deer to a fountain overflowing with soap suds, and from footlockers mysteriously emptied overnight to rooms flipped upside down like some twisted HGTV prank show, these are the legends that kept life at FUMA unpredictable.You’ll hear about the larger-than-life personalities too — Sgt. Major Sidwell leading ski trips and paintball disasters, Major Faix’s unforgettable chemistry explosions, and even the tale of the old man with pants and pencils in his glasses that cadets still talk about in hushed tones.And just when you think it can’t get any stranger, we dig into the forgotten time capsule hidden on campus — a piece of history that even the school itself might have lost track of.It’s part prank reel, part ghost story, and 100% cadet life — told with humor, honesty, and the kind of detail you can only get from someone who lived it.This One Time, at FUMA — where the line between order and chaos was always just one prank or moment away.

In this episode, we dive into the legendary Retan Rifles at Fork Union Military Academy. From a bit of history to the unbelievable stories that made the program unforgettable, I share what life was really like as part of this precision rifle team.Hear tales of Color Guard beatings, bathroom mishaps involving pretzel containers, spinning rifles to earn your cords, and even the infamous troll that lived in the basement. It’s a mix of discipline, camaraderie, and chaos—showing that sometimes military precision and pure mischief go hand in hand.Laugh, cringe, and get a front-row seat to the unbelievable—but completely true—moments that shaped the Retan Rifles experience.

Think military school is all uniforms and marching? Think again. In this episode, I dive into the strict, sometimes absurd rules that ruled daily life at Fork Union Military Academy. From early wake-up calls to the never-ending parade of regulations, we explore how cadets navigated a world where every step, every word, and every misstep could earn a demerit.Hear the stories behind the drills, the punishments, and the quirky traditions that made FUMA both terrifying and unforgettable. Hailey chimes in with questions and reactions, keeping the storytelling fun, relatable, and downright hilarious. Whether you’ve ever had a strict teacher or just love outrageous true stories, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the rules, routines, and the chaos that comes when teens meet military discipline.

In this episode, we jump right into my first chaotic days at Fork Union Military Academy. From being “The Deserted” kid to navigating my mischievous tendencies, I share the stories that set the tone for life at FUMA. Laugh along as I recount the arrival of the brochures, my dad and I cracking up at the school’s name, and the surreal experience of packing foot lockers for the first time.Hear about the 3.5-hour drive to Virginia, the shocking bus station drop-offs in DC, and the moment I stepped onto campus for the very first time. From the dusty Quartermaster room filled with uniforms and gear to meeting my first roommate—who was, let’s just say, less than friendly—this episode gives you a front-row seat to the chaos, confusion, and hilarity of my arrival at FUMA.Get ready for a funny, unbelievable, and surprisingly heartfelt look at the first day that would change everything.

Before the buzzcuts and barracks, there was the town—and a visionary named Dr. William Hatcher. In this episode, we dive into the quiet little spot in Virginia where Fork Union Military Academy was born. From historic beginnings to local legends, get the backstory on the school, the man who built it, and the town that still holds the secrets. This place is so ordinary, its unordinary.

This is the trailer for our upcoming season of "That One Time At..." where we dive into life as a Fork Union Military Cadet in the early 90's. Come join us as we share stories, facts, rumors, and spill all the tea in a comedic banter hopefully you enjoy.This is That one Time At...FUMA.