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Family Guidons

by South Carolina National Guard
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Latest episodes

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 20 Dear Deployed: Letters of Love and Gratitude

    October 18, 2026 · 28 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts share heartfelt insights as they honor the upcoming National Day of the Deployed on October 26. They discuss the importance of recognizing those who serve away from home and the families…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 19 Battle Buddies Beyond the Mission: Peer to Peer Counseling Program

    October 14, 2026 · 35 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts dive into the importance of peer-to-peer support programs within the military community. They share their personal experiences as military spouses, discussing the challenges they face and the…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 18 A Legacy Remembered

    September 20, 2026 · 31 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts engage in a heartfelt discussion about honoring Gold Star families and surviving family members. They share personal stories and insights, shedding light on the profound sacrifices made by those…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 17 The Power of a Pause

    September 3, 2026 · 36 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts engage in an important conversation about the significance of mental health within the military community. They discuss the progress made in normalizing discussions around mental health, while…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 16 Family Days and SFRG

    August 25, 2026 · 30 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts delve into the importance of family readiness and the role of Soldier and Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs) in the military community. With their combined decades of experience as military…

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  • Family Guidons - Ep. 14 Fresh Starts & First Days: Military Life Meets the School Year

    August 2, 2026 · 33 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts dive into the unique challenges military families face as summer transitions to the new school year. They discuss the fun of summer while addressing the complexities of Permanent Change of…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 15 Back Together, Not Back to “Normal”

    August 2, 2026 · 40 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts discuss the complexities of reintegration following a deployment. They explore the multifaceted process that service members undergo as they transition back into civilian life, including the…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 13 Stars, Stripes & Service part 2: Serving Our Families

    July 17, 2026 · 41 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the conversation continues from Stars, Stripes, and Service part 1 as the hosts explore how patriotism comes to life through volunteering and giving back to the military community. Charlotte and Kathy…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 12 Stars, Stripes & Service

    June 28, 2026 · 41 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts celebrate patriotism in honor of America’s 250th birthday by exploring what it truly means to serve and support our nation beyond holidays and celebrations. Joined by Lindsay Robertson, South…

  • Family Guidons - Ep 11 Her Service, Her story

    June 14, 2026 · 37 min

    In this episode of Family Guidons, we sit down with Brigadier General Linda Riedel to discuss her experiences serving as a woman in the military and the challenges and triumphs that shaped her career. Brig. Gen. Riedel shares insights from…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 10 Storm-Proof Spouses

    June 2, 2026 · 30 min

    Storm-Proof Spouses In this episode of Family Guidons, we discuss essential preparations for storm season, particularly from the perspective of military spouses. As storms can occur regardless of duty schedules, the conversation focuses…

  • Family Guidons - Ep. 9 Behind the Uniform: A Tribute to Military Spouses

    May 17, 2026 · 40 min

    Behind the Uniform: A Tribute to Military Spouses In this episode of Family Guidons, the hosts come together to honor the incredible contributions and sacrifices of military spouses. With May being a month filled with significant military…

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About the show

Military spouses have a new platform dedicated to their voices and experiences with the launch of the military spouse-led podcast ‘Family Guidons’, created by military spouses for military spouses and powered by the South Carolina National Guard. The podcast gives military spouses a place to share their stories and insights through open and supportive conversations. Hosts Cathy Bridgers, Michelle Matheny, and Charlotte Stilwell want to build a positive and welcoming community that talks about the unique challenges and successes of military families. Family Guidons will talk about many topics, such as deployments, state activations, and daily life in the military. The podcast promises to keep things honest and useful. Listeners are invited to join in by sharing their stories, suggesting topics, and sharing messages to those who support them.