Real Talk With The Ms’s: Recent Episodes
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We are two imperfect followers of Jesus that decided to start a podcast to discuss our Faith, Motherhood, Military Spouse lifestyle, and so much more! Reach us at tifftara2014@yahoo.com
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REMEMBER true love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control can only be found in Jesus. Thank you again for all of support!
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*Conference is November 13th, 2021 in Pensacola, FL hosted by Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
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*Special performance of "Patriot Belle" by Heather Marie at conference!!!!
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Tiffany chats with Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright about many topics you ladies do not want to miss! We cover her Genesis study, encouragement for women, motherhood, and so much more. Please don't miss this conversation!
Find out more about Rachel-Ruth at www.annegrahamlotz.org and keep your eyes on the lookout for Rachel-Ruth's book coming soon titled "Jesus Followers".
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Join me while I tell you a little about some AMAZING organizations meeting the needs where they need to be met and how you too can come alongside and help answer the call!
www.Skip1.org
www.victormarx.com
www.samaritanspurse.org
www.loveoneinternational.org
www.vets4childrescue.org
Tiffany and Tara recently had the opportunity to speak with the President and Co-founder of VAUSA, Mary Elaine Baker. VAUSA stands for Virtual Assistant United States of America, and is a company you want to know more about! They currently have many telecommute part-time contracting positions available and Mary Elaine breaks it all done with Tiff & Tara. Military Spouses especially will not want to miss out on this encouraging episode that brings hope for that fun word most of us Spouses cringe at when we hear... "CAREER". We hope y'all will enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed having the opportunity to record it. Find out more about VAUSA career opportunities at America's Choice for Delegation | VAUSA (hirevausa.com)
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Tiff & Tara sit down to talk with women Veterans now Military Spouses Amanda and Alana about women serving in the United States Military. We cover all things from equality within the military, our militaries readiness, safety for women while serving, physical fitness standards, the draft, the Presidents recent speech on Women's Day, and so much more. Join us for this modified round table talk.
Amanda’s Book 👇🏻https://www.airmantomom.com/women-of-the-military-ebook/
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The Ms's talk with Chrissie Kenaston about her new book "What If I Name Her Grace". She speaks to moms across America and how they can trade guilt for grace as they read about how God can move in every moment. Find more at chrissiekenaston.com or find her also on Instagram!
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I discuss Pastor James Coates being imprisoned in Canada because he opened his church at full capacity.
Matthew 5:13-16
As believers in Jesus Christ we are the church but to many Believers we also value meeting at a church building. I pray this episode will be encouraging to those of you currently looking for a church to attend or maybe has you re-evaluate the church you currently attend.
Matthew 5:13-16
Ephesians 6:10-20 teaches us what we as Believers in Jesus Christ have access to. For more on this important scripture go to www.tonyevans.org
Matthew 5:13-16
I wasn't planning on discussing this topic but it happened and so I went with it. Reach out to truthrising21@yahoo.com with any questions or comments. I would love to hear from you!
Join us as we chat with Michaela from Honest Talk International about the Proverbs 31 Woman and so much more!
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We tackle some tough topics in this episode but we pray it will be received well by those that choose to listen. Not an episode for little ears btw. Also, if you have something to add or share please reach out to us via email at tifftara2014@yahoo.com or find us on Instagram at realtalkwiththe_ms_s
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Miranda Briggs founded the Fight the War Within Foundation in 2020, two years after the loss of her husband, SPC Garrett Briggs, USA (Ret.), to the 22 a Day veteran suicide epidemic. The loss occurred just two short weeks after the birth of their daughter, Essex. Miranda, though devastated by the loss of her love, overcame the tragedy and turned her grief into a call to action, to save others from the same fate as Garrett.
https://fightthewarwithin.org/
1) Stop Soldier Suicide (case management and resource connection): https://stopsoldiersuicide.org/get-help 2) Give an Hour (confidential counseling with counselors who volunteer their time around the nation): https://giveanhour.org/military/ 3) Hicks Strong: (a non-profit that finds confidential virtual counseling): https://www.hicksstrong.org/ 4) H.E.R.O.E.S Cares (emergency financial aid): http://admin.heroescare.org/tmp/ohfmo/ga/CaseMgmt/20WebApp2021.asp
Kristy Graham joins us to discuss the third and final part of our series where we discuss Veteran Spouses or soon to be Veteran Spouses. Excellent episode you will not want to miss!
Kristy Graham is a military spouse of 16 years, wife, mom, and podcast host for "On the Ground" where she discusses all of the amazing things Samaritans Purse is doing. Kristy was kind enough to join us recently for a 3 part series and we so excited to finally be able to share our chats with everyone. The series kicks off first with an episode geared more towards the newer spouse but still a great listen for every spouse no matter how long you have been a part of this crazy lifestyle. We hope you enjoy and God bless.
https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/category/on-the-ground-podcast-episodes/
Core Fit is a team of military spouses– certified personal trainers and health coaches, with an ultimate goal to help their clients break through barriers of achievement, both physically and mentally, through fitness. The Ms’s talk with Samantha Costello about her AMAZING business and her journey as a Military Spouse. https://www.corefitfix.com
https://www.amazon.com/Get-Out-Your-Head-Stopping/dp/1601429649/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=get+out+of+your+head+jennie+allen&qid=1596662908&sprefix=get&sr=8-3 https://www.amazon.com/Hearing-Easy-Follow-Step-Step/dp/0800794974/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=hearing+god+peter+lord&qid=1596662954&sprefix=hearing+god+&sr=8-3
Elena Miliaresis is the Director and Producer of The Military Family Documentary: While Time Stands Still. A documentary about deployment and military lifestyle from the spouses point of view. Get to know her and why she felt it was so important for this story to come to light.
Being a mom isn't easy and working fulltime gives you all the momma guilt. Listen how Tiffany deals with it.
We got the privilege to speak with Char Fontan Westfall who is a Gold Star Spouse and now author of the book “A Beautiful Tragedy”. Her husband Jacques Fontan, was KIA during Operation Red Wings 15 years ago and Char writes about her journey of grief and hope in her book releasing in August. We were blown away by this woman’s light, love, and laughter and we know you will be as well.
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Check out Melissa from Gracious Leigh Gifts and hear her thoughts on starting a business in this lifestyle! You will definitely want to check out her shop! https://www.graciousleighgifts.com/
Life is difficult right now but it doesn't mean your marriage has to be! Dr. Chapman wrote a new book to help us through this challenging time that none of us have ever had to deal with. Take a listen and get some great advice!
Tiff and Tara bring on their good friend Leah to talk about the current racial climate of our nation.
Mil Spouse Monday! Check out this great company owned by a military spouse. They are doing great things to help support businesses get their names out there.
MilSpouse Business Monday! Check out Alana a Veteran, military spouse and momma business owner doing what she loves to provide for her family.
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MilSpouse Business Monday! If you have wanted to started a business but weren't sure how to get started then you are going to want to take a listen to this. Gems Collins is just the person you've been waiting for. She will help you get started or if your needing a boost in your current Business she can help with that too!
MilSpouse Business Monday is back! Want to look forward to something durning deployment besides the homecoming? Founder Becky Hoy of Bravecrate has created an amazing treat for military spouse during such a difficult time.
MilSpouse Business Monday! Check out one of the many military spouse businesses we have had the pleasure to interview. Emily, from Gray Nutrition is just who you want to talk to if your having a hard time getting on track or staying on track with your nutrition!
https://www.graynutrition.com
We had the opportunity to sit down with the founders of “Moms On Call” Jennifer and Laura and chat. They are two pediatric nurses that provide sensible and easy to follow advice for parents during the first 4 years of a child’s life. Between the two of them they have over 20 years pediatric experience, eight kids, and understands firsthand what it means to be a parent. We know you will enjoy this amazing episode and we hope you’ll be able to find them as helpful as we personally have! www.momsoncall.com
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We talk with a fellow military spouse Jenn, who is currently in Italy and facing COVID-19.
Join us as we talk about the evolution of "Patriot Belle" with Heather Marie. This episode is dedicated to Bronze Star Recipient, Specialist Cody J. Towse who was killed in action in Afghanistan on May 14th, 2013. Cody we will NEVER FORGET.
Calling all spouses! Help us find the solution to the on going problem of finding balance and keeping a career in the military spouse world.
Michelle Bowler is the creator and host of The Waiting Warriors Podcast. She’s a proud Army wife and mother of four little girls and has experienced first hand the speed bumps that families encounter while balancing a crazy job and having her family thrive. Don’t miss this great conversation amongst us three ladies chatting all about reintegration aka rebuilding (thanks Michelle 😉), and our first hand experiences/perspectives on this fun topic ;-)
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Who loves cheap concert tickets and making some great memories?! If the answer is yes then you need to take a listen and learn about this amazing resource for active duty military and Veteran families!
https://www.vettix.org/
Learn some of the ways Tiffany & Tara continue to toast with their spouses to another year of marriage ;-) Cheers!
Elena Miliaresis is the Director and Producer of The Military Documentary: While TIme Stands Still. A documentary about deployment and military lifestyle from the spouses point of view. Get to know her and why she felt it was so important for this story to come to light.
Coast Guard Spouse, Founder of United Virtual Fit Club, Mama of two, and the list goes on and on. If you want some contagious positivity in your life this is your girl! Trust us she’s the dose of happy you need in your life each day and just the right amount of encouragement to get you up and get you going!
Find her on Instagram at...
https://instagram.com/rachelannsamuelson?igshid=1x2dixm6hgd7w
Learn about the ups and downs of being a stay at home mom and how Tara deals with it after 2 years of fighting it. Momming ain't easy but its worth every crazy second!
Renowned author Dr. Chapman of the book "5 Love Languages - Military Edition" joins us in an epic journey of discovery, insight, laughter, and tears. We sincerely hope you all find this interview as valuable and encouraging as we did. Enjoy!
Discover your love language here at https://www.5lovelanguages.com/
Learn what tools we have in our tool box and how we do our best to fight fair with our husbands. Relationships aren't easy but finding tools to help you get through the tough times can be helpful when implemented.
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Barbara Allen, is a Gold Star Wife, mother to 4 boys, author of the book “Front Toward Enemy,” podcast host of American Snippets, Inspirational speaker, Veterans advocate, and griefs worst nightmare. Need we say more?! https://barballenspeaks.comhttps://www.americansnippets.com
Tiffany Smiley is the co-founder of Hope Unseen, Founder of More Than Me, wife to a wounded Veteran, a public speaker, writer, news contributor, and a believer in the power of sharing your story to change the lives of those around you. Her husband had his sight taken by a suicide bomber in 2005 and later became the first person ever to go back active duty blind. Together they gave the American dream a run for it’s money and you do not want to miss her inspirational story! Seriously... DO NOT MISS THIS!
Hope Unseen // The Story of Scotty and Tiffany Smiley
https://morethanme.com/
https://tiffanysmiley.com
Infertility is a battle that 1 in 8 couples are facing nowadays. It can take years to navigate the journey of having children with this diagnosis. The lifestyle of military life equates to tacked on deployments, frequent remote trainings (conveniently during your cycle), and being stationed overseas can make having a baby feel even more impossible. Today on Real Talk with the Ms’s we have an honest conversation with Dorothy, a military spouse who wants nothing more than to share resources on how her and her active duty husband were able to find light in the darker times and ultimately bring home their precious miracle baby. Informational website about fertility and how to seek assistance as a military familyhttps://resolve.org/what-are-my-options/military-personnel-infertility/ Link for financial medication resources discussedhttps://www.fertilitydrugcalculator.com/discounts-and-rebates/
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Join us while we chat with The Seasoned Spouse about her new book "Ultimate Deployment Guide," and learn how she started her own business helping Military Spouses. Find out even more about her many other resources at seasonedspouse.com Enjoy!
Join us as we talk with Dave Carder author of the book "Anatomy Of An Affair". This book/workbook breaks down how affairs , attractions, and addictions can develop and how you can guard and protect your marriage against them. Every single couple needs to read this preventative book no matter how strong you believe your marriage to be. This book is a way for you to be proactive as a couple and acknowledge every relationship is susceptible to an affair unfortunately but that doesn't mean it has to be your marriages reality!
The Ms's discuss how to find financial peace within the military lifestyle. We breakdown all the things from budgeting, getting out of debt, credit scores, teaching our children the value of a dollar, and so much more.
Gems Collins is a business coach for Military Spouses. She helps spouses all over the world step into their own, monetize their skill set, and build a business based on their knowledge and experience. She knows every spouse has an amazing inner entrepreneur just waiting to be set free! Find her at gemscollins.com
We interview our husbands about all the things. Tara's husband is up to share his perspective. Enjoy!
We interview our husbands about all the things. Tiffany's husband is up first to share his perspective. Enjoy!
We discuss everything from home security while your spouse is gone to good ol OPSEC and how it pertains to the military spouse who is not active duty.
We wanted to take a few minutes to give you our version of a Military Spouse PSA ;-) You Will only hear one voice talking but we assure you this comes from both of our hearts concerning Andrea Gallagher and Julie Golsteyne.
We discuss what it is really like after your spouse comes home from deployment or a longer training.
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We basically ask when and why did the title of Mom (that’s right we used a capital letter), become not a respectable job title amongst many in today’s society because in our eyes if you say you’re a mom it’s pretty much the same equivalency to you’ve walked on the moon ;-) And if you say you’re a military spouse mom then just flipping WOW!!!
From planning a funeral to car insurance we are discussing the not normal conversations you need to have. 😬
Such a fun interview with Heather Turner from the movie “Indivisible,” discussing how they dealt with and still currently deal with the challenges military life can bring.
We try to find the humor in attempting to plan anything, schedule anything, and having to constantly recreate ever changing routines in this lifestyle.
Introducing a new podcast for military spouses from two hot mess military mamas perspectives and how we deal with this lifestyle.
We discuss some realistic marital resources that we have personally tried within our own marriages.
Deployment isn't easy. Learn some ways to make it a little easier.
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