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Podcast Gurus: Interviews on Podcasting, Podcast Growth, Podcast Marketing, Content Strategy & SEOFrom Military Life to a Sponsor-Funded Podcasting Empire with Lacey LangfordLook into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)In this episode of Podcast Gurus, we’re diving into how financial coaching and entrepreneurship can empower the US military community, featuring Lacey Langford, host of the Milmo podcast and founder of Mil Money Con. Lacey shares her personal journey growing up in a military family and how she combines her passion for personal finance with the realities of military life to help service members and spouses manage money wisely and build portable careers through entrepreneurship....2025-06-0441 min
Veteran On the MoveThe MILMO Show and MilMoneyCon with Lacey LangfordIn this episode, Joe welcomes back Air Force Veteran Lacey Langford, founder of MILMO, host of the MILMO podcast, and creator of MilMoneyCon. Lacey shares her transition journey from active duty, navigating the challenges of balancing her career with the demands of military life as a spouse.
Determined to build a PCS-proof business, Lacey combined her passion for supporting the military community with her entrepreneurial spirit. Through MILMO, she's creating a supportive community for military families in the world of personal finance. This platform not only empowers service members but also unites a network of dedicated financial professionals who share...2024-12-1630 min
Franchise FreedomTop Secrets to Starting a Successful Business After Military Service with Lacey LangfordIn this episode of the Franchise Freedom Podcast, Giuseppe Grammatico continues his insightful conversation with Lacey Langford. They discuss essential tips for getting your finances in order before starting a business and the importance of having a solid support team, including tax professionals, business coaches, and legal advisors. Lacey shares her journey of rebranding from the Military Money Expert to MILMO, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned along the way. They also delve into the importance of emotional support, financial readiness, and mentorship for new entrepreneurs, especially those transitioning from military service. Tu...2024-07-1019 min
The Finance Marketing PodcastBuilding a Successful Financial Coaching Business From the Ground Up with Lacey LangfordIn this episode of The Finance Marketing Podcast, Hillary sits down with Lacey Langford, Founder of MILMO and MilMoneyCon. Lacey is a financial coach specializing in helping the military community with their finances. During this conversation, Lacey shares her journey from being a military spouse with the need for a transient career to establishing a successful financial coaching business. Tune in to learn how Lacey built her business from the ground up, the importance of niche marketing, and effective strategies to gain clients and grow your financial coaching practice.Connect with Lacey:Website: MILMO.co 2024-07-0545 min
Memories of Money PodcastFinancial and Life Lessons with Lacey Langford - EditedFinancial literacy at an early age is great, but many financial lessons also come through life experiences. This episode's guest, Lacey Langford, shares financial lessons she's learned along her journey and insights on entrepreneurship. Story Highlights: Financial lessons for children Learning through mistakes How to succeed as an entrepreneur Episode Guest: Lacey Langford MILMO; MilMoneyCon Host: Melissa Mazard @prosperwithmel — Edited episodes are streamlined for a unique listening experience. This version of the podcast features only the guest, and offers a polished and storytelling narrative. 2024-04-1421 minMemories of Money PodcastFinancial and Life Lessons with Lacey Langford - UneditedFinancial literacy at an early age is great, but many financial lessons also come through life experiences. This episode's guest, Lacey Langford, shares financial lessons she's learned along her journey and insights on entrepreneurship. Story Highlights: Financial lessons for children Learning through mistakes How to succeed as an entrepreneur Episode Guest: Lacey Langford MILMO; MilMoneyCon Host: Melissa Mazard @prosperwithmel — Unedited episodes include the full, behind-the-scenes conversation between the host and the guests. Hear every word, every stumble, and every moment of real connection, including parts of the con...2024-04-1449 min
Podcasting for Financial ProfessionalsHow Productivity Strategies Create Opportunities in Business and Space for Mental Health| Lacey Langford | EP 6The toughest parts of entrepreneurship are at the intersection of personal and business growth. Self-awareness, structured routines, and maintaining a positive mindset in overcoming obstacles are must-have skills for business owners. By embracing these coping strategies, you (and I) can navigate business challenges with grace and resilience, ultimately paving the way for success and abundance.
Be honest; How often do you allow business challenges to consume you? Lacey calls it out in this episode, saying "There's no blank check for being miserable." Our conversation perfectly encapsulates the need to set boundaries and time limits for processing setbacks (or...2024-03-2156 min
Behind The MissionBTM142 - Lacey Langford - Financial Wellness and SupportShow SummaryOn this episode, we feature a conversation with Lacey Lanford, a financial coach, veteran, and military spouse, about supporting service members, veterans, and their families with financial wellness. About Today’s GuestLacey Langford, AFC ®, is a financial coach, veteran, and military spouse who changes people’s mindset from being fearful of money to having control and confidence with it. Military and money are her jams. She’s an Accredited Financial Counselor ® with over 15 years of financial planning, counseling, and coaching experience.She’s the founder and CEO of the...2023-10-3130 min
More Than a Milspouse | mindset, clarity, work-life balance, create a purpose-fueled life as a military spouse, Milspouse Mastermind168. Strategically Volunteering Your Way to Success as a Military Spouse. How to Build a Kick-A** Resume While Not Working with Kate Horrell and Lacey LangfordPerhaps you decided to take a step back from your career, because balancing kids, military life and a full-time job sometimes feels downright impossible. Or perhaps your spouse just got stationed overseas and options for employment are few to none.
Is there a way to continue to build your professional skills, in a way that will eventually lead you back to getting paid for what you have to offer? Absolutely. Today I chat with two powerhouse military spouse entrepreneurs who have carved their own path, Kate Horrell and Lacey Langford, We discuss purpose, gaining new skills, setting...2023-09-2647 min
The Veteran Entrepreneur Masterclass PodcastHelping Military Families Achieve Financial Freedom with Lacey Langford (Ep. 28)Military families face unique financial challenges that can make it difficult for them to achieve financial freedom. Frequent moves, deployments, and the high cost of living in some areas can all contribute to financial stress. However, with the right tools and guidance, military families can learn to make, save, invest, and spend money wisely, ultimately building a solid financial future.In this episode, Brett talks with Lacey Langford. Specializing in financial coaching for U.S. service members and their families, Lacey speaks about why she decided to become an entrepreneur, what her entrepreneurial journey looks like, and...2023-04-0648 min
Don't Retire...Graduate!Married to Military: The Financial Challenges Unique to Military Spouses and Families with Lacey LangfordWelcome back to Don’t Retire… Graduate! Today’s guest is a military veteran, military spouse, and financial coach who works to help the military community gain control and confidence around their money.
Lacey Langford, AFC® shares her story of military service, the challenges she has seen and helped military couples overcome throughout her career, and the conference she launched to combat some of those challenges.
In this episode we’ll talk about:
• Lacey’s experience in the military
• The different experiences that military families have with money that are different from civilians
• Why military spouses are often under- or unemployed or not...2023-02-0932 min
MILMO Show200th Episode-Ask Lacey AnythingTo celebrate Episode 200 of the Military Money Show, I'm opening it up for listeners to Ask Me Anything. I'm answering questions listeners have sent in and want to know about me. You can find the show notes here: https://laceylangford.com/podcast/200th-Episode/2022-10-0333 min
MILMO ShowLacey's Bday Bash 2022It’s that time of the year, folks. It’s my Birthday week, which means I get to do whatever I want. I love being able to celebrate my bday every year with you and the special people in my life. In years past, I’ve had my siblings, my Dad, and last year, my grandma on the show to help me celebrate. This year, I have another special guest to help me celebrate. The show notes can be found here: https://laceylangford.com/podcast/bday-bash-2022/2022-09-1232 min
The Ambitious VET Show179: Smart Money Moves with The Military Money Expert© Lacey LangfordAre you a prior-enlisted or commissioned veteran who didn't do 20+ years resulting in no pension? Maybe you are looking to pivot into the financial industry or you are someone looking to gain more insight on your financial next steps? In this episode, you will learn smart money moves to fuel your future wealth from The Military Money Expert© herself Lacey Langford. Impactful Moments of the Show: 4:00MM: Her challenges in identifying a career path as a military spouse after her Air Force transition and how she landed into the world of finance. 7:00MM: Smart mo...2022-03-0936 min
Owning UpBelieve You Can & Do it! with guest Lacey LangfordWelcome back, listeners! It’s Season 4 of Owning Up! First, we are grateful for YOU, our listeners, partners, and sponsors. Now, let’s jump right in! This season, Moni wanted to bring on guests who influence the community and are dreamers, makers, doers, believers, bold and bravely creating the career of their dreams. This podcast is here to support military spouse business owners. Our guest this week is Lacey Langford - veteran, military spouse, financial coach, and speaker. Lacey grew up as an army brat and then joined the air force, where she met her husban...2022-03-0938 min
MILMO ShowLacey’s 2021 LookbackIt’s hard to believe we’re closing down 2021 and rolling into the New Year. I don’t know about you, but for me, 2021 has had some ups and downs. Some good and bad news. Some moments I never want to forget and some others I don’t care to reminisce one. So I guess it’s been a lot like other years but nothing is ever exactly the same. It’s time for my look back over the last year. Things we’ve discussed on the show, things that happened in our community, and what’s coming for 2022...2021-12-2717 min
The Do You Even Blog PodcastThe genius strategy that Lacey Langford uses to get blog sponsorshipsLacey Langford (The Military Money Expert) has tricks up her sleeves.SHE doesn't call them "tricks," but she has a monetization strategy that is a bit different than others I've had on this podcast, and some of the ways that she works alongside companies/brands is BRILLIANT. Might as well be tricks :)In this chat, Lacey's here to help us make more money via sponsorships!Sponsorships for your blog, your podcast, your local event, whatever. There are value bombs in here for SURE. Pay attention to her conference strategy, as well a...2021-11-0149 min
Retire Sooner with Wes MossExposing The Financial Challenges Of Military Service Members with Lacey LangfordWhile many of us appreciate the call to duty for our nation’s military servicemen and servicewomen, we’re not often aware of the challenges they face financially. As they transition back to civilian life, many encounter challenges with saving, investing, and earning a living.In today’s podcast episode, Wes is joined by Lacey Langford, a former member of the U.S Air Force and Co-host of the Military Money Podcast. Lacey explains the difficulties that military service members face with finances as they transition back into civilian life. She also shares details about her military backgr...2021-10-2553 min
MILMO ShowLacey's Bday Bash 2021It’s that time again. It’s my birthday and I’m happy you’re here to help me celebrate. Last year for my three siblings were guests on my show. Since then, I’ve recorded 52 episodes of the Military Money Show and talked with some amazing people. I loved every bit of it. To include my recording with my Grandma. That was a very special show. But today I have another special one. It's my Dad! In this episode, I get to grill my Dad on growing up in upstate New York, his early start in the working world, his...2021-09-1347 min
Real Money, Real ExpertsFinding Your Niche: How to build your financial coaching business with Lacey Langford, AFC®The power of failure, the unique financial struggles of military service members, finding your financial coaching niche — co-hosts Rebecca Wiggins and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson cover it all with guest Lacey Langford, AFC®.Lacey is the creator and host of the Military Money Show, a podcast that's dedicated to helping the military community make, save, and invest money wisely. She's also a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the founder of Laceylangford.com, a personal finance blog and coaching practice specializing in the unique world of the United States Military.In this episode, Lac...2021-07-0640 min
Beyond SuccessFinances With Military Precision | Lacey LangfordAre your finances healthy? Is everything really going great? Do you maybe struggle a bit with charging people for what you do? Even the most successful people in business seek out guidance and coaching. You don't have to do it all yourself and if you think you possess the knowledge to do so, you're almost certainly wrong!
Welcome to this episode of the Beyond Success Podcast. This series of conversations with business experts and captains of industry, is here to serve you in your growth as an entrepreneur. No matter what level of success you are at...2021-05-2436 min
The Bo & Luke Show®️#63 - S3E3 - Gaining Control & Confidence of Your Finances w/ Lacey Langford, The Military Money Expert®Send us a textLacey Langford, AFC® is The Military Money Expert® and the founder of https://laceylangford.com/ a personal finance blog specializing in the unique world of the U.S. military. Lacey’s the creator and host of The Military Money Show, a podcast dedicated to helping the military community with personal finance.Besides being a financial coach, Lacey teaches other financial professionals to build a portable and profitable coaching business through her Financial Coaching Business Builder course.She’s an Accredited Financial Counselor® with over 15 years of experience in financial plannin...2021-05-1340 min
The Military Millionaire PodcastMilitary Money Expert Explains the Importance of Financial Management for Service Members - with Lacey LangfordEpisode: 118
Lacey Langford
Join David Pere and Alexander Felice with Lacey Langford as they discuss the importance of financial management for military service members.
Lacey is an accredited financial counselor, military wife, mom, and veteran. She is also the creator and host of The Military Money Show.
Being a military wife and frequently transferring to different places has made it hard for her to find work. So, she leveraged her knowledge of investing and building wealth and started her own coaching business to help other service members, ve...2020-11-2757 min
MILMO ShowLacey's Special 100th EpisodeI did it, y’all. It’s my 100th episode! In the podcast world, hitting your 100th episode is a milestone and a rite of passage. So it’s a big day for me. Helping me celebrate this special occasion is Steve Stewart, my podcast editor extraordinaire! Steve looks back with me on how far I’ve come, what it’s like behind the scenes of my show, and some tips for anyone else thinking of starting a podcast. I also get Steve to admit who his favorite client is. Then since it’s my 100th epi...2020-11-0245 min
MILMO ShowLacey's Birthday Bash 2020Welcome to my special Birthday show. Since it’s my special day I want to spend it my way, doing what I want. And if you know anything about me, you know I love positivity and humor. And there are no other humans on this planet that bring me more joy and make me laugh harder than my sisters and my brother. So in honor of Lacey Day, I asked my siblings nicely to be on the show. Since it’s my party, I’m going to laugh if I want to and we do a lot of lau...2020-09-141h 08
Expert(ish) PodcastEp14 - 3 Ways to Earn More with YOUR Money with Lacey LangfordA certified military brat and nomad, Lacey definitely spent most of her life everywhere. Though she finds this life amazing, she honestly believes that nomads can have a hard time finding work. On today’s episode of the Expert(ish) Podcast, Lacey will share her expertise on the military financial aspects and why she is the go-to person for service members and veterans planning to get their financial lives running smoothly. She will also give a lot more advice on dealing with military benefits and how to take advantage of it. Lace...2020-09-0345 min
MILMO ShowHow to Make a Living with a Franchise (with Giuseppe Grammatico)Once upon a time when I was on active duty, I meet someone who was starting a Subway franchise. Since I had just started my career, planning what I would do after I left the military was the last thing on my mind. Not to mention, I knew nothing about franchises so it was like he was speaking Greek to me. Nowadays more and more service members and spouses are moving into the entrepreneurship space to earn a living on and after duty. In this show, I’m bringing on Giuseppe Grammatico an expert on franchises to sh...2020-08-3137 min
MILMO ShowHow to Build Prosperity in Life (with John Soforic)Lack of money can leave you at the mercy of others. On the other hand, money can give you power, control, and confidence over your life. But how do you build prosperity in your life to gain financial freedom? In this show, my guest, Dr. John Soforic, and I discuss his book, The Wealthy Gardener. We talk about lessons that can help you live a prosperous life and gain financial freedom. John was a once chiropractor with 200k in student debt. He retired at 49 with a retirement income of $240,000, then wrote a book for his...2020-08-2446 min
MILMO ShowPreparing Your Family for Leaving the Military (with Charlene Wilde)Transitioning out of the military, either separating or retiring, is a life-changing event. Not only for the Service Member but also for their family, who has served alongside during countless moves, deployments, and the constant change associated with military life. Without a plan, this transition can seem overwhelming and stressful, instead of an exciting new opportunity for the whole family. My guest, Charlene Wilde, is here to share some tips to prepare the whole family for a successful and well-planned transition. She has not only the first-hand experience as a veteran but also as a spouse to a soon...2020-08-1731 min
MILMO ShowThe Shred Method of Getting Out of DebtMortgages have become a part of the American life as much as the American dream. For most people, homeownership comes with 15 to 30 years of monthly payments and thousands of dollars of interest paid to banks. My guest is here to share some ideas for other ways to get out of debt. Using the Shred Method, Adam Carroll paid off his home in record time saving over $180,000 in interest in the process. Adam Carroll has published four books, produced an award-winning documentary on student loan debt, has a TED talk with over 5 million views, and helps people achieve...2020-08-1046 min
MILMO ShowHow to Raise Your Family Money Savvy (with Carol and Doug)We teach our children their ABCs, arithmetic, and basics of life as they grow to become members of our society but who’s teaching them to be money-savvy? Doug and Carol are joining me to discuss how parents can set their children up for financial success and independence. As Father and Daughter, they bring a unique perspective, providing an inside look on both sides of Carol’s financial education. The show notes can be found here: https://laceylangford.com/podcast/how-to-raise-your-family-money-savvy/ Doug Nordman served for 20 years on active duty in the U.S. N...2020-08-031h 02
MILMO ShowMoney Lessons for Kids (with Sam X Renick)Sam X Renick discusses how to educate children about money and the importance of sharing the lesson of financial responsibility with them. Sam has created the character, Sammy Rabbit, as a tool to aid parents and a fun way to connect with children as young as three to learn about finances. He will share with us how to influence healthy money habits to set children up for future financial success. Sam is an award-winning financial educator, children's author, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is the driving force behind Sammy Rabbit and Sammy's Dream Big financial literacy education strategy...2020-07-2729 min
MILMO ShowOvercoming Homebuying Challenges (with Chris Birk)Right now, buying a home is choppy water or is it? My guest, Chris Birk, is here to talk to us about the current state of the housing market, details for VA loans, and the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the industry. He helps us take a closer look at the CARES act and what it means for homeowners during this challenging and unprecedented time. Chris Birk is the Director of Education for Veterans United Home Loans, the nation's largest VA lender, and author of “The Book on VA Loans: An Essential Guide to Maximizing Your Ho...2020-07-2037 min
MILMO ShowRedefining Your Identity for Civilian Life (with Ben Killoy)Whether you like it or not, your identity will be in some way redefined when you get out of the military. What will your life be like when you get out? What will be your career path, how will you make money, what will family life be like. Getting out of the military can be challenging but there are also opportunities to make improvements. In this show, my guest has a mission is to bring military veteran Dads home to their families. Ben Killoy is a U.S. Marine Veteran turned blogger, life coach, speaker, and p...2020-07-1341 min
MILMO ShowIs More Education the Answer (with Matt Miner)Higher Education has become associated as a requirement for success and as a necessity for young adults as they enter society and the workforce. Continuing education is consistently marketed to older adults with flexible, online-only options that promise an increased salary within months. For most this education comes at a cost. According to Pew Research, one-third of adults under 30 have student loan debt. The question becomes is more education worth the investment and the possible years of debt. In this show, Matt Miner is back to discuss the question of is more education the answer. Matt is...2020-07-0638 min
MILMO ShowHow Military Spouse Can Make Money Freelancing (with Lizann Lightfoot)A challenge that many military spouses face is finding a job that can fit their lifestyles. Between the PCS moves across country or even overseas, to the difficulty of locating childcare at each new duty station; a flexible job is not easy to come by. Freelancing provides a unique opportunity to be your own boss. You get to make your own schedule and focus on writing topics based on your own experiences and interests. The question is how to get started making money. In this show, my guest Lizann shares her story and tips about becoming a...2020-06-2949 min
MILMO ShowBuilding a Moneywise Marriage (with Weslia & Willa)The topic of money and budgeting can be a major stressor in marriage. Different backgrounds and views on how to spend and save can easily lead to conflict. My guests are here to discuss the role finances play in all stages of a relationship and the importance of having a plan. Willa Williams and Weslia Echols are the founders of Trinity Financial Coaching and the Abundant Living Radio Show. In this show, they share why an understanding of each other's expectations about money isn't just for married couples, but something that couples need to communicate...2020-06-2245 minVeteran On the MoveThe Military Money Expert with Lacey LangfordHey, milspouses! This may be an episode you find extra interesting. We're talking with Lacey Langford, a U.S Air Force Veteran, military spouse, and founder of The Military Money Expert. In this episode, she opens up about her transition out of the military, how being a milspouse and the frustrations that come with that title ultimately drove her to entrepreneurship, and what military families do's and don'ts are to ensure financial stability.
"It's not a question of if, it's when and how much it's going to cost you." - Lacey Langford
About Our Guest
Lacey Langford, AFC® is the found...2020-06-2228 min
MILMO ShowFinding Inspiration for Your Finances (with Andy Wang)Now more than ever finding inspiration or positivity to get or keep our financial lives on track can be hard. When times are challenging it can be difficult to get refocused. This show is all about getting reinspired and refocused with your money. There are many different ways to manage, invest, and make money. My guest, Andy Wang knows a lot about finding inspiration for your money. Andy Wang is a Managing Partner at Runnymede Capital Management and host of Inspired Money podcast. He was named by Forbes as a Top 10 Personal Finance Podcast. He has been n...2020-06-1540 min
MILMO ShowBudgeting and Money Management Basics [ENCORE with Matt Miner]Matt Miner breaks down budgeting best practices, how to handle debt, emergency savings, and money management tips.2020-06-0837 min
MILMO ShowIdentity Theft: How to Solve the Mystery (with Axton Betz-Hamilton)Identity theft isn’t something most of us think about until it happens to us or someone close to us. Having your identity stolen is a scary violation. It’s even worse when it’s someone you love. In this show, my guest is unfortunately very familiar with identity theft. Axton Betz-Hamilton is an Assistant Professor of Consumer Affairs at South Dakota State University. Her research focuses on financial abuse within families, including familial identity theft and elder family financial exploitation. She’s the author of The Less People Know About Us: A Mystery of Betrayal, Family Secrets...2020-06-0132 min
Advice Not GivenFinancial Self-Awareness with Lacey Langford, The Military Money ExpertMindfulness with MoneyThis week we are joined by The Military Money Expert, Lacey Langford and our convo is all about the benjamins. And yes, please brace yourselves for bad hip hop puns. Why do we have such a personal attachment to our financial situations? Why is there such a stigma around money? And what can we do better? All this and more on this episode of Advice Not Given. Mentions: Financial Peace University (FPU)Money and Happiness Threshold ($105K)Mo’ Mo...2020-05-2658 minMILMO ShowHow to Build Your Best Financial Life [ENCORE with J.D. Roth]J.D. Roth is an accidental personal-finance expert. In this episode, we’re discussing taking steps to build your best financial life. And my guest knows a thing or two about that. For many years, J.D. was a typical American consumer and more than $35,000 in debt to show for it. In 2006, he started writing at GetRichSlowly.org in an effort to document his progress as he dug out of debt and learned to build wealth. Today, he's debt-free. J.D. is dedicated to helping others master their money -- and their lives. And he hop...2020-05-2534 min
MILMO ShowScout Out Your PCS (with Kellie Artis)Moving is the way the military rolls. It’s part of the job and we all know it. But sometimes it sucks. Picking up your life and family to move to not only a new city but an entirely different state or country is a lot. It will test your marriage, parenting, and packing skills all at once. The good news is, there's help out there to make the experience a little more enjoyable. And even better, there’s now some free PCS help. In this show, my guest is a fellow military spouse and MFAN board memb...2020-05-1857 min
MILMO ShowTraveling on a Dime (with Stephanie Montague)Traveling is something many of us are only dreaming about right now. COVID-19 has really thrown a wrench in all of our summer travel plans. The episode you are about to hear was recorded way before the craziness of COVID set in. We may not be able to travel right now, but we can start doing the research and prep now to save us money later. My guest today is Stephanie Montague, the founder and President of Poppin' Smoke, a website dedicated to helping members of the military community take advantage of their travel-related benefits. In the...2020-05-1130 min
MILMO ShowMilitary Financial Advisor Association (with Daniel Kopp)Helping the military community with money is something many people have a passion for, but often they don’t have experience with the military way of life. Which let’s face it until you’ve lived it, you won’t truly understand it. Now there’s a new group of experienced professionals that have answered the call of many to have a pool of financial experts to help the military community with money advice. Today’s guest is Daniel Kopp, the founder of Wise Stewardship Financial Planning, where he helps young widows and widowers, as well as serv...2020-05-0438 min
MILMO ShowDitch The Debt and Save MoneyIt’s as good a time as any to talk about debt. It’s the side of money that’s polarizing and popular at the same time. If you aren’t careful with it though, you can easily end up on the dark side of debt. Saving by paying down debt is the theme for this week which is the last week of Military Saves Month 2020. In this show, I’m going to give you the down-low on debt. What you should know and do about debt. Plus some tips to handle it so you can start...2020-04-2716 min
MILMO ShowThe Power of Saving with a Plan (with Angela Caban & Lila Quintiliani)There's power in saving with a plan. Saving with a plan allows you to have control over your money, and it helps you reach your financial goals. Plus, creating and following a plan for your savings is simpler than you think. You can put the level of detail that works best for you. It's week four of Military Saves Month 2020, and we're sticking with this week's theme, Save with a Plan. My guests are the dynamic duo behind Military Saves. Today I am talking with Angela Caban, the director of Military Saves and Lila Quintiliani, the Program...2020-04-2039 min
MILMO ShowSurviving the Unexpected: COVID-19Everyone is feeling the impacts of COVID-19 in some shape or form. As you may know, I planned a series of shows around the themes for Military Saves Month 2020 which is happening now. This week’s theme is “Save for the Unexpected.” I can’t think of a more timely subject to COVID-19 because what’s going on in the world right now is unexpected. Who could have predicted this would happen to us all. As a financial coach, I want to help you weather this storm in the best possible way. So today I’m going to g...2020-04-1312 min
MILMO ShowSaving for Retirement with IRAs (with Adrienne Ross)Saving for retirement is something everyone should be doing. There’s different methods to get results for your retirement savings. One of those methods is with IRAs or Individual Retirement Accounts. This is the second week of Military Saves Month for 2020 and we’re sticking with this week’s theme, Save to Retire. My guest, Adrienne Ross, the founder of Clear Insight Financial Planning is here to talk about what IRAs are, how they work, and how to get started or improve your retirement savings. The show notes can be found here: htt...2020-04-0631 min
MILMO ShowSaving Automatically with Banking (with Andia Dinesen)Today kicks of what used to be Military Saves Week but is now, Military Saves Month. Each week there is a theme to bring awareness to the importance of spending less than you make and saving money. My guest today is here to talk about ways to save automatically using banking. Andia Dinesen is not only a fellow milspouse and AFC, but she’s also the Executive Vice President for Communications and Operations for the AMBA. We have a great conversation about the importance of setting your savings up to be automatic. Show notes can be...2020-03-3031 min
MILMO ShowWhat Mommy Does With Money (with Lena Gott)Often, Mom’s are ground zero for money management in their household. They’re trying to juggle family, making money and, making a dollar stretch as far as it can go. My guest today knows a thing or two about being a Mom and balancing making and saving money. Lena Gott is a CPA turned stay-at-home-mom of three. She is the lady behind the uber-successful blog, What Mommy Does and her courses at Adventures in Blogging help other Moms make money from home blogging. Show notes can be found here https://laceylangford.com/podc...2020-03-2343 min
MILMO ShowUnderstanding the Financial Professionals Playing Field (with Andrea Clark)You know you need help with money but who do you get help from? A financial counselor, a financial coach or a financial planner? That’s what we are talking about today. The difference between all of them and how they can each help you with money. My guest today Andrea Clark is a Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Financial Counselor®. She is an Air Force spouse of 28 years, a recovering homeschool mom and engineer who has spent the last 10 years as a military personal financial counselor. She founded The Table Financial Planning in 2017 to offer virtual servi...2020-03-1636 min
MILMO ShowPractical Wealth Building (with Rocky Lalvani)Many people don’t see building wealth as a possibility for themselves. And if they do, many feel that it’s something they will work on later in life. But building wealth can be similar than you think and you should start sooner than you think. My guest today is here to talk about building wealth in a practical way. Rocky Lalvani is not only a friend and fellow podcaster, but he’s also a financial expert who helps entrepreneurs and small business owners grow their businesses, profitably. He’s the creator and host of Richer Soul, a podcas...2020-03-0927 min
MILMO ShowHow to Flip the Switch and Find Financial Security (with Dr. Barbara O’Neil)Leaving full-time employment to enter retirement is a big transition in most people’s mindset and behavior. Especially Baby Boomers who may have always had a full-time job or for career military people who know nothing different than the military. There are many factors that go into preparing for retirement or flipping the switch like changing from saving to spending or going from full-time work to finding how you like to spend your days. My guest today is here to help you prepare for some of the 35 financial, lifestyle, and social transitions you'll encounter upon entering retirement. Dr...2020-03-0242 minMILMO ShowHow Your Finances Impact Your Security ClearanceToday I want to talk about something that many service members don’t understand until it is too late. And that is your security clearance and the impact your personal finances have on it. Many military spouses are also not aware that their financial behavior can be impacting their spouse's clearance. Here’s what I want to go over so you’ll be able to avoid some issues or help someone else avoid in the future. You can get all the details about the show at https://laceylangford.com/podcast2020-02-2518 min
MILMO ShowPreparing to Buy a Home with Chris Birk [ENCORE]I’m not going to lie, preparing to buy a home is something more people should do. Research and planning will go a long way to save you time, money and heartache. Unfortunately, many people are winging it. My guest, Chris Birk is here to help prepare us all on buying a home with a VA Loan. If you're a seasoned home buyer or looking to buy your first home, this is a valuable show for you. Chris shares what most people miss when buying a house and tips for being successful at it. Chris Bi...2020-02-1758 min
MILMO ShowOne Income Living For Military CouplesThe underemployment and unemployment struggle for military couples is real! Military life makes it challenging for spouses to maintain qualified employment. The roller coaster of having and not having a second income is challenging to your quality of life and mental health. This is why military couples should focus on living off one income while they're in the service. Living off of one income helps with: Under and Unemployment for Military Spouses Budgeting Consistency Emergency Savings Quality of Life Builder For more information, visit the show notes at https://laceylangford.com/podcast2020-02-1013 min
MILMO ShowGetting Organized for Financial Success (with Christa Curtis)When your house is cluttered and unorganized, it makes it hard to focus. The details of your life like finances get lost in the shuffle. But when your house is organized, you find calm in the chaos. Calm, cool, and collected is how you want to be to manage your financial life. Being organized means, you’re able to focus on the details because you can see them clearly. My guest today is here to share advice on how to get your house organized and in order. Christa Curtis is not only a Navy spouse and...2020-02-0337 min
Drop and Give Me 20Lacey LangfordIn this episode of Drop and Give Me 20 Season 4, Lindsey interviews Lacey Langford of The Military Money Show. Lacey Langford is a U.S. Air Force veteran, military spouse, financial coach, speaker, and writer. Lacey is an accredited financial counselor with over 15 years of experience in financial planning, counseling, and coaching. Lacey is also the military money expert and the founder of LaceyLangford.com, a personal finance blog specializing in the unique world of the U.S. military. She is the creator and host of “The Military Money Show,” a podcast dedicated to helping the milit...2020-02-0124 minMILMO ShowBeyond the Military: The Handbook for Warrior Reintegration (Dr. Shauna Springer and Jason Roncoroni)Beyond the military is hard. That’s the cold hard truth. It’s a major transition that many aren’t fully prepared for. If only there was some type of guide or resource that could help the service member and their spouses through the process. There is now! I have two special guests today, Dr. Shauna Springer and Jason Roncoroni here to talk about a new resource to help with reintegration. Jason Roncoroni is a retired Lieutenant Colonel and former aviation battalion commander from the United States Army. He is the founder...2020-01-2741 min
MILMO ShowNext Level Finance: College Saving & Mortgage Payoff (with Matt Miner)You’ve been spending less money than you make, build up your emergency fund. You’re saving for retirement. Now what? What are the next steps you should take with your money to get to the next level? That’s what today’s show is about. Matt Miner is back for part three of my back to basics series. Matt is a fee-only, fiduciary advisor with PLC Wealth Management providing financial planning to families and individuals making super-important life decisions. In part one of the series, Matt and I talked about budgeting and money management basics in...2020-01-2037 min
MILMO ShowUnderstanding Your Salary and Benefits (with Matt Miner)The amount you get paid and the benefits you receive as an employee are the foundation of your income. Negotiating the best possible salary and understanding and fully utilizing your employee benefits can have a significant impact on your finances. Matt Miner is back today for part two of my back to basics series. Matt is a fee-only, fiduciary advisor with PLC Wealth Management providing financial planning to families and individuals making super-important life decisions. Last week Matt kicked off the new year by refreshing us on budgeting and money management in episode 81. In...2020-01-1339 min
MILMO ShowBudgeting and Money Management Basics (with Matt Miner)Happy New Year! A new year means it’s time for a new beginning. To get everyone's year off to the best financial start. I’m starting the 2020 Military Money Show season off with a back to basics series. I have three shows planned to go over topics like budgeting and money management, salary and employer benefits, and how to take your finances to the next level in 2020. The goal is to give you a review or understanding of core financial elements to handle early in the year to set yourself up for success. I’m happy to have...2020-01-0638 min
MILMO ShowWhat to Expect With the Economy for 2020 (with Robert Frick)The end of the year is here. A lot has happened with the economy in 2019 that probably impacted your personal finance. The new year will be no different, the state of the economy will impact your personal finances in some way. My guest today is here to review with us what happened with the U.S. economy in 2019 and to talk about what’s to come in 2020. Robert Frick is back by popular demand. Robert is Navy Federal’s corporate economist. In addition to economics, Bob is an expert in personal finance, having worked as an edi...2019-12-3041 minMILMO ShowLacey’s Look Back 2019The sun is setting on 2019. The year is almost over and done. If you’re like me, the past year has been a mix of some highs and lows and some so-sos. We’re moving into 2020, and the new year that will bring new goals, opportunities, and challenges. Right now is the perfect time of the year to begin planning for 2020. And the best way to make the most of the new year is to look back or review your actions (or lack of actions) from 2019 to see what you did well, what you could have d...2019-12-2318 min
MILMO ShowUnderstanding Funds for your TSP and 401k (with Daniel Kopp)Saving for your retirement is important. Many times people put off making decisions because they don’t know or aren’t sure. One part of the delay could be because you may not understand the difference between an index fund vs a mutual fund vs an ETF. My guest today is here to break down the differences, their uses, and some best practices when it comes to understanding funds. Daniel Kopp is a fee-only, fiduciary financial planner and founder of Wise Stewardship Financial Planning where he helps young widows and widowers, as well as servicemembers, get th...2019-12-1643 min
MILMO ShowHow To Use Technical Analysis for Investing (with David Keller)Investing can be intimidating for people. Most of us know it’s not something you should go into without preparation. But some people aren't aware they are tools they can use to research and make informed decisions about buying stock. Instead of throwing a dart at a dartboard. Today’s show is about using technical analysis to help with your investing decisions. But do not let the words "technical analysis" scare you away. My guest today is giving us a tech analysis 101 class. David Keller is a Chartered Market Technician and is the Chief Market Strate...2019-12-0950 minMILMO ShowHow to Cover Christmas This Year (Military Style)It’s that time of year again. It comes every year, but many of us aren’t prepared when it comes to covering the costs of Christmas and the holiday season. In honor of Cyber Monday, I thought I’d talk about how to cover the costs of the holidays. In this episode, I’m going to break down the importance of understanding your spending limits, how to create a game plan for your spending, and how to cover costs of holiday extras like parties and travel. Plus, what to do when you have no money for...2019-12-0221 min
SO Unbecoming with Jamie MuskopfSO Unbecoming Episode 19: The Military Money Expert, Lacey LangfordI am very excited to bring you a conversation I had some time ago with THE Military Money Expert Lacey Langford. Lacey helps SO MANY military families get their financial acts together and I thought she’d be a fantastic expert to have on this show because one of the hardest topics to discuss when you’re dual career, especially if it’s new or new again, is money! Lacey is not only a money expert but she’s a veteran, a mom, and a milspouse and I know you’re going to appreciate her tips today.
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MILMO ShowHow to Build Your Best Financial Life (with J.D. Roth)In this episode, we’re discussing taking steps to build your best financial life. And my guest knows a thing or two about that. J.D. Roth is an accidental personal-finance expert. For many years, he was a typical American consumer and more than $35,000 in debt to show for it. In 2006, he started writing at GetRichSlowly.org in an effort to document his progress as he dug out of debt and learned to build wealth. Today, he's debt-free. J.D. is dedicated to helping others master their money -- and their lives. And he hopes one day to...2019-11-2535 min
MILMO ShowHow to Make Money House Hacking (with Craig Curelop)Buying a house doesn’t have to break your bank. There are many ways to do it in a financially smart. And one of those ways is house hacking. My guest today is Craig Curelop (aka the FI Guy). He’s the author of The House Hacking Strategy-How to Use Your Home to Achieve Financial Freedom. Craig is also a real estate agent, investor, and works at BiggerPockets. In this show, Craig shares advice on how to use house hacking to build wealth, what you need to know to get started, how much money you need...2019-11-1824 minMILMO ShowYour Money and Military Service (with Amanda Huffman)Today is a special day to honor those who have served in the armed forces so Happy Veteran’s Day to all my fellow Veterans. In honor of Veteran’s Day, I’m bringing on a fellow Veteran to talk about the highs and lows of military service, how to prepare for separating from service and what more Servicemembers should know about money. My guest today is Amanda Huffman. She is a and Air Force Veteran and the founder and host of the Women of the Military podcast. Amanda served six years as a Civil Engineer...2019-11-1130 min
MILMO ShowBehind the Scenes of Government Contracts and Veteran Business (with Gerri Detweiler)The military community works hard for the expertise they have. And rightfully so, wants to be paid for what they do and know. But building a business isn’t easy. The money has to come in. Sometimes, in the beginning, that can be through financing, but you can also bring in money by getting government contracts. Gerri Detweiler is on the show today to school us up on all the details of financing and government contracts. If this is new to you, no worries, it’s a subject I’m learning more about too. So we’re in it tog...2019-11-0447 min
MILMO ShowHow To Best Manage Your Business Finances (with Sylvia Inks)Manging your life has something in common with managing a business—money. You have to manage money when you own a business. But business finances are a little different than personal finances. There are things to consider like paying quarterly taxes, bookkeeping and keeping your personal and business finances separate. If you haven’t done it before it can be easy to get off on the wrong foot. But even if you’re seasoned at managing your business finances there may be some ways you could improve. My guest is a business finance expert, Sylvia Inks. I...2019-10-2830 min
MILMO ShowHow to Start Smart Shopping with Trae BodgeSpending money is something we all do. There are things we want or things we need to buy or things we don’t want to buy but must. Needing or wanting to spend money doesn’t mean you throw cash to the wind. It’s important to be smart about your spending. My guest today, Trae Bodge is here to help us all use smart shopping to get the things we need and want. Trae is an accomplished lifestyle journalist and TV commentator who specializes in smart shopping, personal finance, lifestyle, parenting, and retail. Smart...2019-10-2133 min
MILMO ShowFrom Navy to NASCAR with Jesse IwujiHow would you like to play professional football or drive for Nascar or do the thing you are dreaming of? Well, that’s what my guest today did. Jesse Iwuji is here to talk about how he first went after his dream of playing football for the Naval Academy. Then how he went after his dream of driving a race car. We discuss the work that went into making it happen plus the money side of making your dreams come true. Jesse is a professional stock car racing driver, an officer in the Unite...2019-10-1436 min
MILMO ShowHow to Get Military Family Support with Shannon RazsadinMilitary life has its ups and downs. There are some amazing perks to serving in the military. But there can also be some drawbacks like crappy military housing or time apart or financial hardships. Most of the time we just suck it up and deal with it. But there is a way to not only have your comments and concerns heard but something to actually be down about them. My guest is here to talk about how military families can get the support they need and want. Shannon Razsadin is a Navy spouse, mom, and t...2019-10-0740 min
MILMO ShowMilitary Transition Preparation with Scott TuckerGetting out the military today isn’t like it was for your grandparents. Technology, innovation, and support for the military community have made opportunities and guidance are endless. The problem is many Servicemembers and their families are not taking the time necessary to plan plus many people are not aware of the different paths they can take advantage of. My guest today Scott Tucker is here to talk about the different approaches available for the military community when it comes to transitioning and retiring from the military. Scott R. Tucker is an Author, Speaker, and Foun...2019-09-3047 min
MILMO ShowPreparing to Buy a Home with Chris BirkI’m not going to lie, preparing to buy a home is something more people should do. Research and planning will go a long way to save you time, money and heartache. Unfortunately, many people are winging it. My guest, Chris Birk is here to help prepare us all on buying a home with a VA Loan. If you're a seasoned home buyer or looking to buy your first home, this is a valuable show for you. Chris shares what most people miss when buying a house and tips for being successful at it. Chris Bir...2019-09-2357 min
MILMO ShowNo Filter Finance at FINCON19 with Rich JonesLive podcast recording is exciting. That’s why I’m pumped about today’s episode. It’s another round of No Filter Finance recorded LIVE at FINCON19 via the NEFE recording booth. In this show, I had the opportunity to talk with my friend and fellow podcaster, Rich Jones from the award-winning podcast, Paychecks, and Balances. We talk about how to handle financial mistakes, what can help most with money, how to make money management easier, plus a ton more. It was wonderful to have this unfiltered finance discussion with Rich. In this show: What eve...2019-09-1639 min
MILMO ShowMoney and Mentorship for Veteran Businesses with Seda GoffFinding a mentor to help guide you in business can be hard to come by but finding both money and mentorship at the same time is rare. That’s why when I heard about The PenFed Foundations, Veteran Entrepreneur Investment Program (VEIP), I knew I had to talk about it on my show. My guest, Seda Goff is the Director of Entrepreneurship at VEIP. In this episode, we talk about the state of entrepreneurship in the military community, what VEIP is and how the program could give you a leg up in business. Sho...2019-09-0938 min
MILMO ShowNo Filter Finance With Chris BrowningSometimes what we talk about in public doesn’t 100% mirror what our reality behind closed doors. Especially when it comes to money life. In today’s show, we are talking about finances unfiltered. My guest, Chris Browning from Popcorn Finance recorded this special episode with me live at Podcast Movement. While we were sharping our podcast skills in Orlando, we had a quick, fun and unfiltered discussion about finances and what people should really know about money. It’s money real talk. Chris Browning is a financial expert specializing in revenue analysis. He’s also the creat...2019-09-0237 min
Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth005: How to find, accept and sift through the right financial services and resources on military installations with Lacey LangfordHey there, listener! Thank you for checking out our older seasons! We're adding this note on the top of the show notes to keep you up-to-date with the show. Connect with Jen Amos and get bonus content when you subscribe to our private podcast show, Inside the Fort by US VetWealth, at http://insidethefort.com/Last Updated: September 2, 2024---005: How to find, accept and sift through the right financial services and resources on military installations with Lacey LangfordDespite the free financial services and resources already available on military installations, Military M...2019-08-2623 min
MILMO ShowInvesting for Millennials With Erin LowryInvesting can be a little scary or a lot scary depending on how you feel about it. The terminology alone can stop people from starting. Today my guest, Erin Lowry, The Broke Millennial is here to talk about her second book Broke Millennial Takes On Investing: A Beginner's Guide to Leveling Up Your Money. In this show, Erin shares advice on getting started without all the stress and fear. Plus the tools and resources to help you avoid mistakes.2019-08-2630 min
MILMO ShowHow to Make Money With Etsy Printables | Julie BerningerIf you didn’t know it, you can make a ton of money online. I’ve interviewed many people that do it. But I didn’t know you could make money selling printables. That is until I heard about Julie Berninger. Today I’m talking with one half of the dynamic duo behind Gold City Venture, Julie Berninger to learn all about how to make some part-time or full-time money-making Etsy printables. Julie Berninger is a 30-something pursuing financial independence living in Seattle, WA. She hosts a podcast where she interviews people with creative methods of pursuin...2019-08-1940 min
MILMO ShowThe Free Financial Resources Available to MilitaryI have a goal to make the military community well versed on the resources available to them. Since I’ve talked about people not being aware of what’s out there to help them with money. I’ve decided to be part of the solution instead of whining about it. In today’s show, I want to share all the resources I know that can help people in the military community with money. Show notes2019-08-1231 min
MILMO ShowBeing on Your Best Financial Behavior With Robert FrickYou can have all the financial knowledge in the world but if you aren’t taking action on that intel or keeping healthy financial habits financial success might be hard to come by. I’m talking with an expert in not only the area of behavioral finance but also in economics to discuss ways to improve your financial behavior to have financial success. Robert Frick is Navy Federal’s corporate economist. In addition to economics, Bob is an expert in personal finance, having worked as an editor at Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine for 15 years, and also...2019-08-0559 min
MILMO ShowGetting Started in the Blogging Business with Ryan GuinaBlogging can be big business. There’s money to be made if you create valuable content that people can find. Often because it’s a virtual business blogging or website management gets discounted as a viable business but today’s show is going to make it clear, you can have a profitable blogging business. Today is part 4 of my military entrepreneur series. In part 1, episode 52, Jen Pilcher founder of Military OneClick and CEO of Patriot Boot camp came on to discuss the basic training of Veteran and Milspouse entrepreneurship, PBC. In part 2 which is episode 53, Nick Bradfield came on...2019-07-0850 min
The Big IdeaThe Military Money Show – our guest is Lacey LangfordLacey Langford, The Military Money Show
What are some differences with money between military life and civilian life?
What is important to you about serving the military population?
How does life insurance come into play with families in the military?
What are some common financial planning issues veterans and military families should be aware of?
Learn more online search for Lacey Langford2019-06-2428 min
MILMO ShowHow To Side Hustle For Extra Money with Philip TaylorExtra money is something most people want but why they want it can vary. It could be because they want to do things, buy things or it could be to save and invest money. It could also be to get out of debt or pay off a debt in collections. No matter your reseasoning, side hustling for extra money could be a new venture for you. One that you may not know where to start or how to overcome some barriers to make it happen. My guest today is here to help with that. He is a...2019-06-1047 min
MILMO ShowHow to Make Your Retirement Goals and Numbers a Reality with Robert SteenIn episode 45 I talked with Robert Steen about the numbers you should know for retirement planning purposes. Robert is an Advice Director for Retirement & Complex Financial Planning at USAA. In today’s episode, he’s back to discuss how to make those numbers a reality. We talk about first actions steps to make, where to save, how to save and how to do it consistently to reach your goals. We also talk about what to do about retirement savings when you have debt. Robert shares a lot of good “how-tos” in this episode to start...2019-06-0343 min
MILMO ShowHow to Improve Quality of Life in the Military with Hisako SonethavilayImproving your quality of life is a goal everyone wants. But when you’re in the military, how do you get your voice heard so changes are made? The Military Family Lifestyle Survey, that’s how. Today my guest, Hisako Sonethavilay from Blue Star Families is here to discuss what the survey is and how it’s helping to improve the lives of Service members and their families. Hisako is Blue Star Families' Senior Advisor of Applied Research. Our discussions gets into what the topic concerns of military families are, personal finance issues and how the research is app...2019-04-1547 min
MILMO ShowInside the Naval Academy with Grant VermeerIt's time to go behind the scenes of the Naval Academy! Today, my guest, Grant Vermeer, a fellow Patriot Boot Camp Alumni, and an active-duty Navy officer is coming on the show to talk about the community and helpful resource he created called The Academy Insider. We’re chatting about what it’s like to attend the Naval Academy, some dos and donts and the finances behind being a midshipman. I’m bringing a special guest on for Game Time today that may have you hearing double! Plus I have a very special What's on Lacey's...2019-04-0839 min
MILMO ShowMystery Show: April Fools' Day 2019 EditionYou’re not going to want to miss this fun Mystery Show in honor of April Fools' Day 2019! I’ll give you a hint I’m in the hot seat but you’ll have to listen to find out who’s putting me there and the crazy shenanigans they're up to! In this episode, you get what you get and don’t pitch a fit! Podcast Links The Stacking Benjamins Show What’s on Lacey’s Mind Special Thank You A special thank you to the awesomely funny cast of The Stacking Benjami...2019-04-0149 min
MILMO ShowUnderstanding the Veteran Support Ecosystem with OSDThere is no shortage of resources to assist active-duty Servicemembers and Veterans. It’s more about matching the right resource for the right time in your life. My guest today is here to talk about OSD, a nonprofit organization encouraging community service and commitment amongst the military community by developing programs for deployments, mental Health, homelessness, and employment. Glenn Banton is the CEO and executive director of OSD. Many of you might know OSD for bringing “fun where there is no fun” by delivering video games to those deployed, which has been coined recreational therapy. ...2019-03-2547 min
MILMO ShowHow to Get And Keep The Career You Want as a Military SpouseThis topic is near and dear to my heart because I 100% understand the frustrations of employment as a military spouse. It was a struggle for me to work in the financial services industry in the midst of deployments, long TDYs and PCSing. In fact, my whole business was born out of my personal struggle to do what I love and can make money at but also that fit into balancing our family and military life. My guest today is Beth Conlin. Beth is the Senior Advisor for Careers with Blue Star Families. She is a fellow Milspouse...2019-03-1141 min