The InDependent Spouse Podcast:
Your Guide to Thriving in Military Life
The InDependent Spouse podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of military life. Since 2018, host Jess Sands has been sharing inspiring stories from military spouses and partners who are achieving amazing things.
Discover:
- Real-life experiences from military families
- Practical tips for managing stress, finances, and relationships
- Business advice for building a successful career or side hustle
- Community connections with like-minded individuals
- Join the Milspo® Community: www.milspo.co.uk/newsletter
- Connect with a thriving network of over 1,400 military spouses, partners, and other halves who are building epic businesses and supporting each other.
Why This Remembrance, We’re Re-Sharing the Powerful Story of Scotty’s Little Soldiers
Ahead of Remembrance Day, many of us pause to honour the incredible sacrifice made by our Armed Forces. For military families, however, this is also a time for reflection. That's why we've chosen to [...]
081 : Sewing a New Path: How a Business Course Changed Everything with Bekky from The Crafty Starfish
Welcome to the final episode of Series 7! This week, I’m joined by Bekky, a Navy wife, mum of three, and a graduate from the Milspo Business Start-Up course. Bekky shares her incredible journey [...]
080 : Juggling it All with Major Jo Vann
Welcome back to The InDependent Spouse Podcast! In this episode, your host Jess Sands dives into the inspirational world of Major Jo Vann – a true multi-hyphenate who redefines what it means to juggle [...]
079 : Felicity Mercer – From Political Life to Award-Winning Business Owner
Welcome back to The InDependent Spouse podcast! In this particularly exciting episode, Jess Sands sits down with the brilliant Felicity Mercer, wife to Johnny Mercer, who has navigated the unique challenges of armed forces [...]
078 : Uniting the Military Community and Shattering Stereotypes with PadWives Assemble
Join Jess Sands in this inspiring episode of The InDependent Spouse as she welcomes the incredible duo behind the award-winning podcast, Pad Wives Assemble – Sophs and Kirsha! Tune in as they dive into [...]
077 : From RAF Veteran to Neuro-Inclusion Advocate with Ria Jackson
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The InDependent Spouse Podcast! In this episode, your host Jess Sands sits down with the phenomenal Ria Jackson, an RAF veteran, founder of "The V Word," and CEO [...]
076 : Building Community & Navigating Military Life with Marama Alliance
In this inspiring episode, host Jess Sands welcomes Lulu from the Marama Alliance, a vibrant community dedicated to supporting Fijian women and their families in the UK armed forces. Lulu shares her personal journey [...]
075 : Advocating for Military Spouses with Camilla Howard
Welcome to The InDependent Spouse podcast, your go-to place for inspiration and support in navigating modern military life. In this episode, host Jess Sands sits down with the incredible Camilla Howard: an RAF veteran, [...]
074 : Navigating Life’s Roller Coaster with Alex Rickerby
Join Jess Sands in this inspiring episode of The InDependent Spouse Podcast as she chats with the incredible Alex Rickerby. Alex, a career coach for the Forces Employment Charity and a private coach in [...]
073: Military Spouse Success: Finding “Enough” & Thriving in Chaos with Dr. Katharine McAleese
This week on The InDependent Spouse, host Jess Sands welcomes the inspiring Dr. Kathrine McAleese for a deeply insightful conversation about navigating the demands of modern military life while striving for personal and professional [...]
Tired of the same old military spouse narrative? The InDependent Spouse® podcast is here to change that.
Born from a desire to hear inspiring stories from the hidden heroes of the military community, this podcast gives a voice to the accomplished men and women who support our service members from the home front.
As the role of the military spouse continues to evolve, so does the Milspo® community. This podcast is your platform to connect with others, share your experiences, and find your own voice.
Listen, Learn, and Be Inspired!