<![CDATA[The Other Side of Service- Your Place in the American Story]]>Welcome to The Other Side of Service - Your Place in the American Story- a Secure Families Initiative podcast — where military families take the mic, break the silence, and tell the truth behind the uniform.

We share raw, unfiltered stories about the sacrifices, struggles, and fierce resilience that come with military life. But more than that, we sound the alarm: democracy is fragile, and it’s not just the military fighting for it — it’s you, the civilian allies, who hold the frontline at home.

Because while the country salutes those in boots, it forgets the ones who bear the weight after the cameras are gone: the spouses, the caregivers, the parents, the advocates.

We are the ones who keep the lights on when the mission gets dark.

We are the ones who catch them when they fall.

If you’ve ever supported a veteran or raised a military child —  you are one of us. 

Because national security doesn’t start or stop on the battlefield.  It continues on the Homefront— it’s war work with no wage - unpaid, unprotected, but undeniably essential. 

So, join host Brandi Jones and Co-Host Sony Harrison to listen and learn. Because this is your democracy—our democracy—and together, we protect it.

Love the show? Leave us a review!

]]>www.othersideofservice.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:07:28 GMTFri, 05 Dec 2025 14:59:14 GMT60Secure Families Initiative<p>Welcome to <i>The Other Side of Service</i> - Your Place in the American Story- a Secure Families Initiative podcast — where military families take the mic, break the silence, and tell the truth behind the uniform.</p><p></p><p>We share raw, unfiltered stories about the sacrifices, struggles, and fierce resilience that come with military life. But more than that, we sound the alarm: democracy is fragile, and it’s not just the military fighting for it — it’s <i>you</i>, the civilian allies, who hold the frontline at home.</p><p></p><p>Because while the country salutes those in boots, it forgets the ones who bear the weight after the cameras are gone: the spouses, the caregivers, the parents, the advocates.</p><p></p><p>We are the ones who keep the lights on when the mission gets dark.</p><p></p><p>We are the ones who catch them when they fall.</p><p></p><p>If you’ve ever supported a veteran or raised a military child —  you are one of us. </p><p></p><p>Because national security doesn’t start or stop on the battlefield.  <i>It continues on the Homefront</i>— it’s war work with no wage - unpaid, unprotected, but undeniably essential. </p><p></p><p>So, join host Brandi Jones and Co-Host Sony Harrison to listen and learn. Because this is your democracy—our democracy—and together, we protect it.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-service-your-place-in-the-american-story/id1881481296" target="_blank">Love the show? Leave us a review! </a></p><p></p>episodicSecure Families Initiativeinfo@securefamiliesinitiative.orgno<![CDATA[ Renaming Our History: From Erasure to Empowerment?, Ep 4]]>Americans have always been part of our nation’s defense—even when this country didn’t defend them back.

We’re honored to use this episode to elevate the voice of our community !

We are joined by Troy Mosley and Ty Seidule, who are living this truth and fighting back with facts, advocacy, and courage.

Both are Decorated Veterans & Authors who have fought to rename bases and grant recognition to Black and military families and veterans of color.

 Together, we’ll unpack why history matters—how the erasure of Black service doesn’t just rewrite the past, it endangers our future. Because when we erase sacrifice, we dilute accountability. We sever the connection between truth and power.



]]>ee291e2c-3cb4-4714-a01d-186151b29d28Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:40:08 GMT<p>Americans have always been part of our nation’s defense—even when this country didn’t defend them back.</p><p>We’re honored to use this episode to elevate the voice of our community !</p><p></p><p>We are joined by Troy Mosley and Ty Seidule, who are living this truth and fighting back with facts, advocacy, and courage.</p><p>Both are Decorated Veterans &amp; Authors who have fought to rename bases and grant recognition to Black and military families and veterans of color.</p><p></p><p><i> Together, we’ll unpack why history matters—how the erasure of Black service doesn’t just rewrite the past, it endangers our future. Because when we erase sacrifice, we dilute accountability. We sever the connection between truth and power.</i></p><p><br /><br /></p>no00:40:3414 Renaming Our History: From Erasure to Empowerment?, Ep 4full<![CDATA[Behind the Mic- Indigenous Community Mini Episode]]>

New mini episode: Behind the Mic 🎙️

We’re sharing stories from our Indigenous community. Voices of service, strength, and lived experience that deserve to be heard.

These stories matter. They remind us that the journey for recognition and healing is ongoing. Let’s ensure that the next generation has the support and resources they need to thrive.

Join the conversation and help spread awareness about these vital issues.

]]>a8893340-1970-4856-8f9f-cf73037f2c99Tue, 05 May 2026 21:11:28 GMT<p></p><p>New mini episode: <b>Behind the Mic</b> 🎙️</p><p></p><p>We’re sharing stories from our Indigenous community. Voices of service, strength, and lived experience that deserve to be heard.</p><p></p><p>These stories matter. They remind us that the journey for recognition and healing is ongoing. Let’s ensure that the next generation has the support and resources they need to thrive.</p><p></p><p>Join the conversation and help spread awareness about these vital issues. </p><p></p><p></p>no00:22:391Behind the Mic- Indigenous Community Mini Episodebonus<![CDATA[If We Serve This Country, Why Are We Still Erased? Ep 3]]>The episode features with our amazing guest Mitchelene BigMan , the President and Founder of Native American Women Warriors Organization (NAWW) and the first ever recognized all Native American Women Color Guard. The conversation delves into the impact of military service on Indigenous communities, the need for representation, and the historical trauma faced by Indigenous people. Fromm historical to modern day experiences of Indigenous people, highlighting the impact of boarding schools, military service, and the ongoing struggle for recognition and justice. It also emphasizes the importance of storytelling and cultural preservation for future generations.

Learn more about Native American Women Warriors Organization (NAWW) https://nawwassociation.com/

]]>32a3722d-6885-4acf-80f1-432639b5c2d3Fri, 01 May 2026 14:16:56 GMT<p>The episode features with our amazing guest Mitchelene BigMan , the President and Founder of Native American Women Warriors Organization (NAWW) and the first ever recognized all Native American Women Color Guard. The conversation delves into the impact of military service on Indigenous communities, the need for representation, and the historical trauma faced by Indigenous people. Fromm historical to modern day experiences of Indigenous people, highlighting the impact of boarding schools, military service, and the ongoing struggle for recognition and justice. It also emphasizes the importance of storytelling and cultural preservation for future generations.</p><p></p><p>Learn more about Native American Women Warriors Organization (NAWW) <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nawwassociation.com/" target="_blank">https://nawwassociation.com/</a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:42:2013If We Serve This Country, Why Are We Still Erased? Ep 3full<![CDATA[The Unpaid Labor of Military Spouses, Ep 2 ]]>We’re lifting the veil on the labor no one counts — but everyone depends on.

Because national security doesn’t start or stop on the battlefield.
It continues in the home — unpaid, unprotected, but undeniably essential.


Why does the U.S. military run on the backs of unpaid spouses?
And what will it take for this country to finally pay attention?

The U.S. military depends on an unpaid, invisible labor force to function.
That force is military spouses.



]]>715bd8a7-44c6-4403-9092-fa581d91c00aWed, 01 Apr 2026 23:44:08 GMT<p>We’re lifting the veil on the labor no one counts — but everyone depends on.</p><p>Because national security doesn’t start or stop on the battlefield.<br /> It continues in the home — unpaid, unprotected, but undeniably essential.</p><p><br />Why does the U.S. military run on the backs of unpaid spouses?<br /> And what will it take for this country to finally pay attention?</p><p>The U.S. military depends on an unpaid, invisible labor force to function.<br /> That force is military spouses.</p><p><br /><br /></p>no00:26:2512The Unpaid Labor of Military Spouses, Ep 2 full<![CDATA[Welcome to The Other Side of Service, Ep 1]]>Welcome to The Other Side of Service: Your Place in the American Story.

Meet our Host Brandi and Co-host Sony as you get a first look into Secure Families Initiative's New Podcast.

We hope you can join us and be part of the conversation!

]]>ba731ce8-47b9-45c5-ae88-9e7ba0859688Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:13:46 GMT<p>Welcome to The Other Side of Service: Your Place in the American Story.</p><p></p><p>Meet our Host Brandi and Co-host Sony as you get a first look into Secure Families Initiative's New Podcast.</p><p></p><p>We hope you can join us and be part of the conversation!</p>no00:13:2211Welcome to The Other Side of Service, Ep 1full