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Freedom Battle Buddies of Color
Freedom is not a destination..it’s a journey. The Freedom Battle Buddies of Color Podcast, hosted by Air Force Veteran, Dr. Ann James, shines a bright light on and gives voice to women veterans of color and those that support us. Listen in as remarkable women of color from various walks of life, enthusiastically share their freedom journeys during and after military service, while also providing doses of encouragement to live life freely. Join us as we chat about financial freedom, lifestyle freedom and everything in-between.
Episodes
47 episodes
46. Crystal Ellington: Diversity Is Key/Be Seen and Heard
In her desire to carry-on her family legacy of military service, Crystal decided to join the military. She saw it not only as a way to pass on a legacy of service to her son, but it also provided her the opportunity to realize her full po...
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45: Flesha Myricks: Women of Service, Being of Service(Military Sorority Edition)
Happy Founder's Week to the Elite Professionals of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority Incorporated. Founded on April 4th 2011 by two friends, Kappa Epsilon Psi (KEΨ) strives to continue building relationships and establish...
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44. Makissa Lewis: My Seester Inc.
Makissa is a proud veteran having served 11 years in the United States Army to include one combat tour to Iraq. Her experiences includes helping train Iraqi law enforcement and firefighters on how to safely treat and transport in...
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43. Jackson Drumgoole II: Building Bridges For Foster Youth
As a teenager, this 25 year Army veteran, Jackson realized that the way he was living his life didn’t match up with the man he wanted to become which led him to join the Army after initially serving 2 years in the Air Force. ...
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42: Ditch Your Debt For Good
As a Certified Financial Counselor and Coach, Dr. Ann has helped 100+ military and veterans individuals and families take command of their finances so they can live life freely and to the fullest.Sign-up for complimentary training wo...
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41: Brenda Warren: You Have to TAPIN to Transform
After experiencing racism first hand as a young child Brenda knew from an early age that she wanted to become one of the few, the proud, a Marine. While serving in the administration career field, Brenda loved traveling all over the world wh...
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40. Marsha Martin: You're Still A Veteran
Seeking a better life for herself and her children, Marsha decided that the Army would provide her the stability she needed. After serving 11 years in the Army in the finance career field, Marsha learned a hard life lesson as she was c...
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39: Rewind: Aquita Evans
In celebration of the upcoming 2 year anniversary of the podcast, listen in to one of the top 3 episodes of 2022.
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38: Rewind: Melody Gratic
Be sure to rate the show on Apple PodcastsIn celebration of the upcoming 2 year anniversary of the podcast, listen in to one of the top 3 episodes of 2022.
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37: Rewind: Charise Freeman
Be sure to rate the show on Apple Podcasts!In celebration of the upcoming 2 year anniversary of the podcast, listen in to one of the top 3 episodes of 2022.
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35: REWIND: How Dr. Kellie Goss Did It Her Way to Beat Breast Cancer!
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, lets revisit a previous episode from Army Veteran, Dr. Kellie Goss. As a woman veteran, going against the grain comes naturally for Dr. Kellie. After watching her mother and sister battle br...
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33: Bree Carroll: How Being a Military Spouse Turned Into Military Marriage Day!
Bree Carroll is a proud military spouse, event planner, community builder and speaker who transforms spaces and hearts through authentic design and purposeful planning. With a background in civil engineering, Bree brings her brilliance of probl...
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32: Monifa Caines: Changing The Narrative With Beauty & Style
Monifa Caines is a first-generation American who was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Growing up, Monifa knew she always wanted to spend her life helping people and became a registered nurse. She graduated from Howard University’s Coll...
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30: Aquita Evans: Making History Because Failure Isn't An Option
Following in her family members footsteps, Aquita joined the Army and became a part of the Quartermaster Corps. Subsequently, as a means of furthering her military career, Aquita decided to volunteer to fill the coveted role of becomin...
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29: Lattrice Johnson: Financial Freedom Is More Than About Money
Over the past 16 years, while serving as an Intelligence Analyst in the U.S. Navy Reserve, Lattrice has had the opportunity to interact and collaborate both professionally and personally with personnel from various diverse cultural bac...
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28: Melody Gratic: Transition From Serving Presidents to Business Professional Services
Melody Gratic retired from the U.S. Army with 24 years of active service. She is most proud and honored to have served at the White House Transportation Agency under President George Bush, Jr. and President Barack Obama and US Army Garrison ...
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27: Althea Williams: SHE VETS IT!
After attending college and working various civilian positions, Althea decided to follow in the footsteps of her favorite uncle and joined the Army. While honorably serving, Althea completed a nine-month tour in Afghanistan and a thre...
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26: Ashley Jackson- From High School Drop Out To Business Owner
After dropping out of high school and being kicked out of the house, Ashley decided to get her GED and turn her life around by joining the Army. She served 11 years as a Human Resource Sergeant and Unit Administrator. While in those roles sh...
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25: Financial FRI-YAY!: Manage Your Mind, Manage Your Money
Listen in to these bite-size episodes where I provide tips and strategies that will help you conquer your finances in 2022 and beyond. If you want more money tips, make sure you join my email list.
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24: Dr. Ann: On The Other Side Of The Mic!
I flipped things up with this episode you guys. Listen in as I gave a closing interview for Eglin Air Force Base's 12 Days of Excellence. Check me out at: https://linktr.ee/drannjames
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