Military OneSource Podcast Series

Podcast Series

Military OneSource podcasts are a simple way to connect to your best MilLife. They can help you live your best military life, overcome challenges and thrive.

Turn to the Military OneSource podcast for information, tools and resources on topics unique to the military, like spouse employment, families with special needs, deployment, relocation, finances, parenting and more.

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2022 EFMP Survey Results

Aug. 12, 2024 | 14 minutes

You spoke. We listened. Hear about the results of the 2022 Exceptional Family Member Program Survey and how the program will continue to evolve to better serve families with special medical and educational needs.

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Legal Aspects Concerning the Sexual Behavior of Youth

Aug. 8, 2024 | 33 minutes

Learn what factors trigger police involvement in instances of problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, when the juvenile system gets involved and other PSB legalities.

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Entrepreneurship Resources Part 1: A Discussion With the U.S. Patents and Trademark Office

Aug. 5, 2024 | 26 minutes

Military spouses own 26,000 businesses in the United States. Learn how the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office supports them and other members of the military community with intellectual property protections and resources.

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Getting to the Core of WIC

July 29, 2024 | 34 minutes

Learn about the federal Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutrition support to eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women and their children up to age 5.

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Building Your Child’s Safety Skills to Help Prevent Unhealthy Sexual Behavior

July 23, 2024 | 20 minutes

Learn the difference between typical and problematic sexual behavior in children and youth and some protective factors parents can put in place to help prevent unhealthy behaviors.

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First Steps Toward Fostering in the Military

July 15, 2024 | 18 minutes

Learn how military families can serve children in the foster care system, how to get support with AdoptUSKids and Military OneSource, and attributes of military families that align with successful foster families.

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Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS Expansion: Fee Assistance for Community Child Care

July 9, 2024 | 11 minutes

Learn how the Defense Department has expanded access to quality child care for active-duty, National Guard and reserve service members, and DoD civilians.

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Managing Your Move: Financial Tips and Traps to Avoid for a Lower Stress PCS

June 24, 2024 | 25 minutes

Hear from experienced PCSers about the financial side of military moves and how to avoid pitfalls to reduce stress.

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DOD MWR Libraries 2024 Summer Reading Program

June 17, 2024 | 14 minutes

The Defense Department’s MWR Libraries Summer Reading Program encourages reading and learning among military families and service members. Learn how you can participate in this year’s program.

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MilitaryChildCare.com: Placing a Request and Searching for Child Care

June 13, 2024 | 14 minutes

In this podcast episode, learn about MilitaryChildCare.com, the DOD’s request-for-care management system and global database for families seeking child care.

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Military Review Boards: Records Review for Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Discharges

June 10, 2024 | 19 minutes

Learn about the Defense Department’s initiative to correct the records of former service members discharged for their sexual orientation with a less than fully honorable conditions discharge during Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell and the Military Department Discharge Review Boards and Boards for Correction of Military or Naval Records.

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What You Need to Know About PCSing With Pets

May 31, 2024 | 13 minutes

Learn how the Defense Department and Air Mobility Command provide comfort and safety when PCSing your pet, steps to take to ensure pet health, and financial support for both CONUS and OCONUS moves.

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Making Your Final Wishes Known

May 29, 2024 | 14 minutes

Learn how the MilLife Learning course, “Making Your Final Wishes Known,” can help military and nonmilitary personnel understand how to ensure that their final wishes are carried out upon their death.

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Your Mental Health Matters: Understanding Non-medical Counseling

May 21, 2024 | 28 minutes

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and non-medical counseling is the top reason why service members and family members call Military OneSource. Learn about non-medical counseling, who is eligible, how it works and more.

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Keeping Your Relationship Strong During Deployment: A MilSpouse Perspective

May 15, 2024 | 29 minutes

Learn tips and resources to help manage the phases of deployment — including creating new traditions, setting personal and family goals, and giving yourself grace — from a seasoned MilSpouse.

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Military Child Care Overview: Accessibility, Availability and Affordability

May 10, 2024 | 12 minutes

This initial episode of a planned series about military child care and fee assistance provides an overview of the Defense Department’s military child care system.

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day

May 8, 2024 | 20 minutes

Learn about virtual events in May designed by the Defense Department to provide military spouses with tools and resources to boost their careers.

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Managing Relationship Stress

May 2, 2024 | 22 minutes

Get tips and learn about free resources that can help military couples address common sources of relationship stress and strengthen their bonds.

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Parenting Through a PCS — Caregiver Resources and Tips

April 29, 2024 | 22 minutes

Moving as a parent can add considerations and challenges to the PCS process. Discover tips and tools, including confidential counseling, to help you handle the different emotions of family members.

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Supporting Youth and Teens During Deployment

April 23, 2024 | 19 minutes

Deployment can affect children, youth and teens differently from family to family. Learn about support that helps military families cope with all phases of deployment.

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