Military OneSource Podcast

A longtime partnership between the Defense Department and Boys & Girls Clubs of America empowers military-connected youth and teens and helps them prepare to become the leaders of tomorrow by providing educational, recreational and leadership opportunities in BGCA-affiliated youth centers at military installations worldwide. Host Bruce Moody speaks with 2024 National Military Youth of the Year Taylor R., of Naval Support Activity Bahrain, who talks about how youth centers have been a stabilizing force in his life as a “third-culture kid,” keeping him and other military-connected youth and teens who move frequently tied to a community, where they feel comfortable exploring interests and developing independence and responsibility. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/military-youth-teens/ to learn about the resources and support available to military-connected youth and teens. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Defense Department’s Military OneSource. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Learn how financial counselors can assist military spouses and children, both in the short and long term, following their service member’s death. Find out how they help survivors make money management decisions and learn the value of tax-effective, low-risk growth investments, as well as provide guidance on Social Security benefits and educational opportunities. You’ll also discover how they can connect survivors to other resources, such as the Military OneSource online survivor benefits reports. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Mark Dunlop and Christine Murphy, financial counselors for the U.S. Army. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/survivor-finances-legal-affairs/ to learn more about financial counseling resources and support available to surviving military spouses and children. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Defense Department’s Military OneSource. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Holidays can be a challenging time if you’re solo parenting and your family is separated from your service member. In this episode, learn about strategies, tips and ideas to help you navigate holidays as a solo parent, including the value of reaching out to find community and resources such as installation libraries, Operation Purple Up, military and family life counselors, your installation Morale, Welfare and Recreation office, and Military and Family Support Centers. You’ll also discover helpful ways your family can adapt by creating your own holiday traditions and memories. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Air Force MilSpouse Tiffany Joe Kelley. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/millife-guides/parenting-children-youth-teens/ to learn about the resources and support available to parents. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Defense Department’s Military OneSource. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

It’s not uncommon for service members and family members to feel lonely and stressed during the holidays. Learn how to take care of yourself during the season and beyond. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Capt. Meghan Corso, Psy.D., chief of behavioral health for the Defense Health Agency. Capt. Corso discusses factors that lead to holiday stress and loneliness for members of the military community and offers self-care and wellness tips. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/health-wellness/mental-health/military-counseling-for-stress/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Defense Department’s Military OneSource. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.