The Pilot Project Podcast Episode 23: Military Family Appreciation Day: Spouse Perspectives - Melissa, Janet, McKayla, Lyndsay
Sep 26, 2023
4 spouses of RCAF members share their experiences and challenges of military life. Topics include dating in the RCAF, the experience of deployment, challenges of communication and scheduling, reintegration difficulties, balancing parenthood and military life, and the importance of communication and support in military families.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Meeting Online and 12 Dates in December
01:40 • 3min
Dating in the RCAF and Making Professional Sacrifices
04:55 • 5min
The Experience of Deployment
10:13 • 15min
Background and Adventures of a Registered Nurse
25:36 • 2min
Challenges of Communication and Scheduling
27:08 • 11min
Challenges of Reintegration for Military Spouses
38:04 • 15min
Training Similarities, Life Scheduling, and Pursuing a Master's Program
53:31 • 2min
The Decision to Quit
55:01 • 19min
Introducing Lindsey Olson and Her Background
01:13:47 • 2min
Navigating Love and Military Life
01:15:31 • 3min
Balancing Parenthood and Military Life
01:18:45 • 17min
The Importance of Communication and Support in Military Families
01:35:26 • 3min