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Mr. Army Wife and Friends

Mr. Army Wife and Friends

By Steve Schmitt

Mr. Army Wife (Steve Schmitt) chats with his Military Spouse friends talking about current events, what traits spouses possess and the all the craziness that is military spouse life.
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Episode 11: "Kilo" is for...

Mr. Army Wife and FriendsJul 27, 2020

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Episode 24: The Season Finale

Episode 24: The Season Finale

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Bonnie, Liz and Carolyn to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and I challenge them to come up with adjectives describing military spouses using the toughest letters in the Army Alphabet, Quebec, X-Ray and Zulu.

These spouses all share a common trait in that they are General Officer Spouses and we talk about that too.  It's an episode you don't want to miss.  

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Dec 21, 202058:38
Episode 23: "Yankee" is for...

Episode 23: "Yankee" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Carrie, Nicole and Kristi to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "yankee" words that describe military spouses everywhere. 

Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about being a veteran and a spouse.  You can find the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/5-ways-being-veteran-makes-it-easier-be-military-spouse.html

Beware small ears, there are couple of words you might not want them to hear. 

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Dec 14, 202001:09:12
Episode 22: "Whiskey" is for...
Nov 30, 202059:00
Episode 21: "Victor" is for...

Episode 21: "Victor" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Kristen, Michelle, and Heather to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Victor" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking helping our communities through our own struggles.

Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/she-used-be-homeless-now-military-spouse-helping-others.html

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Nov 23, 202055:35
Episode 20: Uniform is for...

Episode 20: Uniform is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Nicole, Lindsey and Kim to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Uniform" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about connecting with other military spouses through shared experiences.

Please check out the article here: https://www.airforcemag.com/military-spouses-bond-over-shared-experiences/

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Oct 26, 202001:00:05
Episode 19: Tango is for...

Episode 19: Tango is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Savannah, Lindsey and Jillian to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Tango" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about housing.

Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/08/12/these-are-some-of-outrageous-official-reactions-military-family-housing-woes.html

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Oct 19, 202059:28
Episode 18: "Sierra" is for...

Episode 18: "Sierra" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Tiffany, Fran and Jenny to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Sierra" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about the reasons you should vote.

Please check out the article here: https://www.wearethemighty.com/MIGHTY-MILSPOUSE/military-spouses-need-to-vote?rebelltitem=3#rebelltitem3

DISCLAIMER:  This episode contains one word people may consider less than clean.  It's around the 18 minute mark if you'd like to skip it.  

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Sep 28, 202001:00:56
Episode 17: "Romeo" is for...

Episode 17: "Romeo" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Sarah, Susan and Jennifer to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Romeo" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about social media and giving other spouses advice.

Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/relationships/unbelievable-military-spouse-advice-questions-are-totally-real.html

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Sep 21, 202057:26
Episode 16: "Papa" is for...

Episode 16: "Papa" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Savannah, Melanie and Alex to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Papa" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about some spouses that want to make a difference.

https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/08/10/why-these-3-military-spouses-are-running-office.html

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Aug 31, 202047:58
Episode 15: "Oscar" is for...

Episode 15: "Oscar" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Mary, Megan and Grace to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Oscar" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events food insecurity among military families.

You can read this article at this link: https://www.pilotonline.com/military/vp-nw-military-food-insecurity-20200807-3pdnignynjgsbihiizukdr4qby-story.html

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Aug 24, 202059:59
Episode 14: "November is for...

Episode 14: "November is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ellie, Nikki and Devon to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, living overseas, and their "November" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about childcare during a pandemic.

You can read this article at this link: https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2020/07/01/some-military-families-scrambling-to-find-child-care-after-trumps-suspension-of-au-pair-visas/

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Aug 17, 202057:39
Episode 13: "Mike: is for...

Episode 13: "Mike: is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Dani, Alexis and Jon to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, reinventing themselves every few years, and their "Mike" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article, about Mental Health during a PCS.

You can read this article at this link: https://www.military.com/pcs/resources-help-military-spouse-mental-health-during-pcs.html

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Aug 10, 202053:50
Episode 12: "Lima" is for...

Episode 12: "Lima" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ally, Bree and Christy to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, deployment advice, and their "Lima" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article, about a mil spouse taking care of our self-care. 

You can read this article at this link: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/how-one-military-spouse-uses-her-experience-help-others.html

This episode features Bree Carroll, the Armed Forces Insurance 2020 Air Force Spouse of the Year and founder of Military Marriage Day taking place on August 14th.  Please visit www.militarymarriageday.com for all the information and be on the lookout for a special discussion about Military Marriage Day later this week.  

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Aug 03, 202056:39
Episode 11: "Kilo" is for...
Jul 27, 202055:55
Episode 10: "Juliet" is for...

Episode 10: "Juliet" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Maggie, Stephanie and Dustin to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, some of the biggest problems that arise as milspos, and their "Juliet" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about making new friends as a military spouse.

You can read this article at this link: https://hanfordsentinel.com/community/lemoorenavynews/the-meat-and-potatoes-of-life-making-military-friends-you-may-not-be-a-loner/article_b059ba5c-f76d-5807-a012-059cc4d7a9ea.html

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Jul 20, 202052:32
Episode 9: "India" is for...
Jul 13, 202055:18
Episode 8: "Hotel" is for...

Episode 8: "Hotel" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Kim, Bree and Stephanie to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, how National Guard spouses are a little different and their "Hotel" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.

Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about what might be funded in the new Defense Authorization Bill in 2021.  Here is a link to the article.  https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2020/06/19/troops-would-see-3-percent-pay-raise-more-child-care-and-family-support-programs-under-house-plan/

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Jul 06, 202043:19
Episode 7: "Golf" is for...

Episode 7: "Golf" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ashley, Whitney and Courtney to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, where they might want to set down roots and their "Golf" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.

Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about our First Amendment rights.  Here is the link to the article.  https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/what-are-free-speech-rules-military-spouses.html

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Jun 29, 202058:35
Episode 6: "Foxtrot" is for...

Episode 6: "Foxtrot" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Dana, Alyssa and Emily to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, challenges that come with movie and housing and their "Foxtrot" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.

We also talk about this article which deals with the Tenant Bill of Rights - https://www.defense.gov/Explore/News/Article/Article/2204383/dod-chief-housing-officer-issues-memo-to-privatized-housing-tenants/

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Jun 22, 202059:32
Episode 5: "Echo" is for...

Episode 5: "Echo" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Heather, Jenny and Karly to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, ways to serve our communities and their "Echo" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.

We also talk about this article which deals with making on post living better - https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/05/29/military-spouse-creates-community-through-book-nooks.html

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Jun 15, 202058:32
Episode 4: "Delta" is for...

Episode 4: "Delta" is for...

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Allison, Amanda and Nina to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, the ups and downs of military life and their "Delta" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.  

We also talk about this article which deals with Mental Health - https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2020/05/21/even-pre-coronavirus-military-families-struggled-to-get-mental-health-care-appointments-survey-says/?fbclid=IwAR12a8Rogh5QzxFagoT24BW1VRc5OTqJne-zsWacGHVNoOeD9I9i4PLfLPQ

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Jun 08, 202053:53
Episode 3: "Charlie" is for...

Episode 3: "Charlie" is for...

Marc, Eryn and Krissy join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Charlie" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.  We also talk about current events and this article about finances... https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/05/12/new-dod-program-focuses-military-spouse-financial-readiness.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com

Jun 01, 202048:17
Mr. Army Wife and Friends Episode 2: "Bravo is for..."

Mr. Army Wife and Friends Episode 2: "Bravo is for..."

Nikita, Christie and Dee join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Bravo" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.  We also talk about current events and this article...

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/05/07/military-families-making-summer-pcs-moves-will-have-follow-these-strict-rules.html?fbclid=IwAR23Qs3aOGkmEJ28XRM0xqtQMFwsB__s-E0tPICT660Yz9UBBOOA1Eb7L5w

There is also a Memorial Day Tribute...

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May 25, 202052:06
Mr. Army Wife and Friends Episode 1: "Alpha is for..."

Mr. Army Wife and Friends Episode 1: "Alpha is for..."

Jessica, Melissa and Hilary join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Alpha" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere.  We also talk about current events and this article...https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/09/politics/home-front-pandemic-guide/index.html.  

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May 16, 202059:23