How true is this: You can take the Pinoy out of the Philippines but you can't take the Philippines out of the Pinoy?
My guest moved to the US when he was two and always wanted to serve in the military since he was five. He served in the US Military and US Foreign Service, yet married a Filipina.
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Afterthought on The Military Family
by Redj Ortiz
A show where US and Philippine military families are encouraged & empowered to live their best life as a military family through stories of people who have lived it. Welcome to the Afterthought on the Military Family podcast! I'm your host, Mami Redj. In this show, I'll share, not only my experiences as a military wife but also the stories of military members' spouses, children, and even parents who have faced disappointments and excitements, challenges and celebrations of this chosen lifestyle. Excited to explore adventures as a military family? Subscribe now and don‘t miss an episode!
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How do you choose one dream job over the other? Should you really give up one? Or should you do both?
Sonny Busa, my guest for this week, pursued both by using one goal as a stepping stone. He may have hated what he had to do to get in and stay at West Point, but he was able to achieve both. How? By…
Don't get me wrong. Keeping faith and manifesting work BUT unfortunately it's not enough.
With her unwavering faith as her guide, Eloi was able to make one of her dreams a reality simply by not waiting for it to happen.
How? By taking action.
So listen to this episode to see a different side to Eloi…
Are you an OFW who's longing to be with your family in the Philippines?
Are you tired of doing physical jobs and curious to transition to working from home?
Do you want to pursue a career in podcasting but don't know where and how to start?
In these changing times, we really need to learn how to ada…
How did Nilyn, a pastoral intern whose parents are both pastors, end up working as an inventory assistant for a US-based retail company?
Has she always done things her own way?
And what's behind her fearlessness when it comes to switching careers even though it will make her start all over again?
In…
How did Rowela transition to a white collar job while working as a domestic helper?
What is the biggest reason why Rowela renewed her faith in God?
How can military spouses, housewives, or mothers take advantage of the internet and work-from-home opportunities despite their hectic schedules?
In this…
How does the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs help U.S. military veterans in the Philippines?
What are the benefits available to U.S. military veterans residing in the Philippines or the United States?
What are the military values that children learn or adapt from their parents who serve in the m…
What role does foreign service play in aiding the families of deployed military personnel?
What are some of the ways society can assist and support military service members, veterans, and their families?
What are the differences between military service and foreign service careers?
In this episode, …
What do military parents really go through?
How did Episode 4 affect me as a mother?
When should you stop parenting and simply be a parent?
In this episode, I try out a different episode format, where I react to my earlier episodes. So please share your feedback and suggestions with me so I can crea…
How does the boot camp experience in the United States Army compare to other branches of the United States military?
How does the US military prepare service members for civilian life once they retire?
What are the similarities and differences between military service and foreign service careers?
In…
How does a US Navy service member handle relationships while on ship duty?
What can you expect on your first PCS?
What are the ways you can take care of yourself and your mental health?
In this episode, Cris Balce shares how his relationship with his then fiancée, now wife, was put to the test to th…
What are the advantages of learning everything about your assigned duties or tasks as a military service member?
What exactly does the US Navy Fleet do when it’s stationed or deployed overseas?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of serving aboard a ship or being sent to strategic regions thro…
What can family members do if their military service member is experiencing work-related stress and burnout?
What are the advantages of practicing martial arts or maintaining a fitness regimen while serving in the military or being deployed?
What are the favorable attitudes and characteristics that …
What is the benefit of including Filipino values in the boot camp?
How did Dada manage to finish college with departmental honors while serving the country?
How can military members de-stress?
In this episode, Dada, a US Navy service member, tells her journey not just as an active duty member, but a…
Why would you choose the Navy over the other branches of the U.S. military?
How can a military member deal with homesickness while deployed?
How do service members maintain their mental health while deployed?
In this episode, we'll learn why Mac chose the Navy over pursuing culinary arts in college,…
Why would a parent want their children to pursue a career in the military?
How do you instill patriotism in children?
What are the benefits of including CAT and ROTC training in your school curriculum?
About the Guest:
Gracey Aleki, a preschool teacher by profession, has been a dance teacher and per…
Was it difficult to date a military service member?
What are the ways partners can show their love and support to one another?
How do you stay emotionally connected with a service member during LDR?
In this episode, you’ll learn from Jessa how she and Travis keep their relationship strong by buildin…
Why is military service a good option when thinking of your future career?
What are the pros and cons of deployment?
How can serving in the military help you far more as an individual than receiving a paycheck?
About the Guest:
Travis Darling is the other half of a fast-growing YouTube channel and T…
How is it like to have a relationship with a service member?
What happens during PCS?
Should military spouses also pursue their passion or career?
In this episode, you’ll learn from Chrish the challenges that come with being a military spouse, all while pursuing her passion/career and being pregnant…
How is life out of military service?
What is the role of military families and/or spouses to the overall preparedness of the force?
How can society help in supporting military families?
Do civilian families face the same challenges as military families?
Let's hear it straight from Vicky, a brat and …