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Women Serve Too is the unapologetic voice of the modern woman warrior. Hosted by veteran Brittinie Wick, this podcast is dedicated to amplifying the stories of women who serve—past, present, and future. Each week, we dive into the real, raw, and remarkable journeys of military women and veterans navigating service, identity, motherhood, entrepreneurship, mental health, and life after the uniform. From transition struggles to triumphs, Women Serve Too is a safe space and community for sisterhood, growth, and purpose. Whether you're still in, recently transitioned, or long out but still carrying the weight of service—you’re not alone. Listen in, feel seen, and remember: Women serve too—and we always have.

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October 14, 2026Episode 1838 min

The Power of #DoBoth: Service, Femininity & Confidence

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kellie Sbrocchi and Brittinie Wick do a LIVE in-person podcast episode at the Military Influencer Conference (MIC) in Tampa, FL. Kellie shares her journey from the Naval Academy to becoming a social media influencer and advocate for women doing both military service and femininity. She discusses how to build confidence, manage seasons of overwhelm, and inspire others to embrace their multifaceted lives. Takeaways: Kellie's military journey from Naval Academy to active duty The origin and evolution of the do both movement Strategies for authentic social media content creation Managing seasons of overwhelm and self-care The importance of confidence and why delusional confidence helps Building influence beyond the military community The role of storytelling and personal branding Handling criticism and staying anchored in your why The impact of movements like do both on women in uniform Future plans and how to stay adaptable in a changing environment About Kellie: Lieutenant Commander Kellie Sbrocchi is a U.S. Navy Human Resources Officer with more than 12 years of active-duty service, a keynote speaker, and the host of the “Why Not #DoBoth podcast” — a global platform reaching listeners in more than 30 countries and a social media community of nearly 200k. As the founder of the “#DoBoth” movement, Kellie challenges the outdated narrative that women must choose between strength and softness, ambition and authenticity, service and style. Her platform empowers women to pursue excellence across every dimension of their lives, professionally, personally, and unapologetically—proving that leadership and femininity are not contradictions but complements. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and a former Division I track and cross-country athlete, Kellie currently serves as a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy’s human resources enterprise. Throughout her career, she has led in recruiting, force development, and operational commands, earning recognition as Medical Recruiter of the Year, Inspirational Officer of the Year, and building high-performing teams across diverse mission sets. Beyond her operational role, Kellie serves as a Navy social media correspondent, covering major national events such as the Army–Navy Game and Super Bowl 2023, helping modernize the face of military service through digital storytelling and strategic engagement. Kellie travels nationwide to speak to universities, corporations, and leadership organizations about redefining traditional roles, navigating high-performance careers, and rejecting the false choice between dreams and duty. She also hosts women’s leadership and networking events that cultivate community, confidence, and bold ambition. Outside of her uniform, Kellie is a professional model, media personality, former Miss California USA state runner-up, and 5x recipient of the Miss Congeniality award, winning in every state she competed in. Across every platform she builds, her message remains clear: you do not have to shrink, separate, or sacrifice parts of yourself to succeed — you can do both. Connect with Kellie: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-not-doboth-with-kellie-sbrocchi/id1506509405 https://www.instagram.com/kellie.sbrocchi?stkn=MWRpM3Y5ZWZncHBibQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

October 7, 2026Episode 1737 min

Honoring the Fallen: Grief, Trauma, and Healing After Service

Send us Fan Mail Kenjie Ayan, a.k.a. Haven Mortem, shares her journey from military service to founding Haven Mortem, a platform supporting veterans through grief, trauma, and mental health challenges. This episode explores her experiences with death in the military, the importance of mental health, and how her work aims to create a safe space for veterans. Key Topics: Haven Mortem's military journey and transition to mental health advocacy The significance of dignity and respect in handling fallen service members The emotional impact of military service and deployment The importance of decompression and mental health support for veterans The origin and purpose of the Haven Mortem platform and journal The process of creating the 'Letters I Never Sent' journal The role of community and camaraderie in veteran mental health The importance of asking for help and breaking the stigma around mental health in the military Connect: IG: https://www.instagram.com/haven_mortem LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/haven_mortem Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

October 4, 2026Episode 1629 min

The Physical Cost of Military Service We Don’t Talk About

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Brittinie Wick explores the physical toll of military service on women, emphasizing the importance of listening to your body, proper rehabilitation, and proactive health management after service. Key Topics: Musculoskeletal injuries in women veterans Impact of military training on the body Importance of proper rehab and recovery Pelvic health for active women and veterans Bone health and stress fractures in training Differences in injury risk between men and women Gradual load increase and strength building Postpartum recovery and MSK health Proactive health management after service Research & Resources Mentioned in This Episode Want to dig deeper into the research behind this episode? Here are some of the studies and resources used to explore musculoskeletal injuries, pelvic health, and postpartum recovery among female service members: Musculoskeletal Injuries in Female U.S. Active-Duty Service Members Colahan, C., Pav, V., Yuan, X., Isaacson, B., Wagner, L., & Hando, B. (2024). Musculoskeletal injuries in female U.S. active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, health care utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016–2021. Military Medicine, 189 (Supplement_4), 10–21. https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/usae308 Pelvic Floor Disorders Among U.S. Military Active-Duty Females Allen, M. K., Nelson, D. A., & Stone, G. W. (2024). Pelvic floor disorders among U.S. military active-duty females. Urogynecology, 30 (11), 880–887. https://doi.org/10.1097/SPV.0000000000001533 Pregnancy and Musculoskeletal Conditions in Active-Duty Service Members Roach, M. H., Nelson, D. A., Koreerat, C. M., Foglia, L. M., & Mauntel, T. C. (2025). Association between pregnancy and musculoskeletal conditions in active-duty military service members. Journal of Athletic Training, 60 (3), 245–251. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-0414.24 Urinary Incontinence Among Female Soldiers Davis, G., Sherman, R., Wong, M. F., McClure, G., Perez, R., & Hibbert, M. (1999). Urinary incontinence among female soldiers. Military Medicine, 164 (3), 182–187. https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/164.3.182 A note for listeners: This episode is intended for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing persistent pain, pelvic health symptoms, or difficulty returning to activity, consider speaking with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. About Brittinie: Brittinie Wick is an USAF veteran, military spouse, mom of four, Doctor of Physical Therapy, strength and fitness coach, and host of Women Serve Too . Her work brings together her experiences in military service, physical therapy, strength training, and women’s health to help women better understand their bodies, build strength, and stay active throughout every season of life. Through Women Serve Too , Brittinie creates space for the stories and experiences of women who have served—because their voices, health, and experiences deserve to be part of the conversation. Connect with Brittinie 🎙️ Women Serve Too Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2302785 📸 Instagram — Women Serve Too: https://www.instagram.com/womenservetoo/ 💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brittiniewick 🩺 Telehealth Physical Therapy: Coming soon! Contact Brittinie to join the waitlist. 📩 Work with me / Questions: brittiniewick@gmail.com Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

September 29, 2026Episode 151 hr 2 min

Claiming What You’ve Earned: A Guide to VA Disability for Women Veterans

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Victoria Grimm shares her military broadcasting journey, her transition out of the military, and her expertise in VA claims and mental health advocacy for women veterans. This episode offers valuable insights into navigating military and VA systems, trauma, and self-advocacy. Takeaways: Victoria Grimm's military broadcasting experience Transitioning out of the military and identity shifts VA disability claims process and military sexual trauma Mental health challenges and advocacy for women veterans Building a supportive community and self-advocacy in healthcare The impact of military culture on women and trauma Resources and programs for veteran support and VA claims About: Victoria Grimm served seven years in the Air Force as a broadcast journalist, telling the story of the Air Force's mission and the people carrying it out. She's now a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed in Arizona, Colorado, and Texas, and owns a practice specializing in trauma and couples work. She built Her VA Claim while pregnant: a platform that helps women veterans navigate the VA disability claims process with their mental health intact, not just their paperwork filed. Most guidance on the VA system stops at forms and deadlines. Victoria teaches the part no one else covers, the advocacy and self-protection women need to survive the process, not just complete it. Her goal is simple: no woman veteran walks into that system alone, or comes out of it worse than she went in. Connect: www.hervaclaim.com https://www.instagram.com/hervaclaim/ Offer: Founder pricing: a one-time rate to access Her VA Claim: The 4 Step Process, plus a full year inside the Her VA Claim community, ongoing updates included. This rate is only available once. Join the waitlist now at hervaclaim.com/waitlist to lock in your spot before it opens to everyone else. Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

September 7, 2026Episode 1445 min

Ready or Not: Lead What’s Next—Without Carrying It All

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Women Serve Too , Brittinie sits down with Air Force veteran and leadership advisor Corinna Kelley to talk about identity, service, transition, and what happens when the uniform that shaped so much of your life comes off. Corinna opens up about the loss of identity that can come with transitioning out of the military, realizing that her worth extended beyond her service, and learning that taking care of others shouldn’t require constantly sacrificing herself. She also shares how those experiences changed the way she views leadership, excellence, and service—and how she carries those lessons into the work she does today. Key Topics: Military journey and transition Redefining service and leadership Capacity and self-care during change Impact of culture and identity on perception Burnout and mental health awareness Supporting veterans in civilian careers Generational differences in work and mental health Strategies for organizational change and readiness About Corinna: Corinna Kelley is an Air Force veteran, mother, wife of a veteran and Black and Mexican American woman whose understanding of identity, leadership, and service has been shaped by family, culture and community. After leaving the military, she continued serving through community health—uplifting voices that often went unheard and helping leaders turn community needs into meaningful action. Today, she is a leadership advisory and coach who specializes in resilience and change management and the founder of CREID Consulting, where she helps people navigate transitions and growth, reconnect with what matters, and lead what comes next without carrying it all. Outside of work, Corinna enjoys fitness, holistic wellness, DIY projects, true crime, and traveling to experience different cultures, food, and history. Connect with Corinna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinna-kelley-mph-452172a9/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Corinna-Kelley-MPH/100092348829090/ FREE GIFT: Want support making sense of what comes next? Schedule a complimentary "Next Move Conversation with Corinna". https://calendly.com/corinnakelley-creidconsultingllc/introduction_call Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

August 30, 2026Episode 1354 min

The Science of Leading Humans: IO Psychology, Resilience & Purpose

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Women Serve Too , Navy veteran and IO psychology expert Dr. Marla Albertie joins Brittinie Wick for a conversation about the human side of leadership, resilience, and intentionally designing a life that aligns with who you are. Dr. Albertie shares how her experiences in the Navy shaped her approach to leadership and why authenticity, connection, and understanding people matter far more than a title. She breaks down Industrial-Organizational (IO) Psychology and how the science of human behavior can be applied not only in the workplace, but also to personal development, relationships, and everyday life. The conversation also dives into navigating loss and mental health, balancing multiple roles and businesses, empowering the next generation through education and life skills, and learning how to evolve when life takes you somewhere you never expected. This episode is about more than becoming a better leader. It’s about understanding yourself, showing up for the people around you, and having the courage to intentionally build a life that feels like yours. In this episode, we talk about: • Leadership lessons from military service • What IO Psychology actually is—and why it matters • Authenticity and human connection in leadership • Resilience, grief, and healthy coping mechanisms • Reinventing yourself beyond the uniform • Balancing multiple passions, roles, and businesses • Empowering youth with real-world life skills • Personal growth and intentionally designing your life About Dr. Marla Albertie: Dr. Marla J. Albertie, a dynamic force, draws on her diverse life experiences as a US Navy veteran and a native of Jacksonville, Florida. She has cruised 26 times, with 3 more booked. Passionate about life as a journey and a visionary leader, Marla is the owner and founder of the award-winning Truth Speaks Group LLC, an innovative research lab rooted in industrial-organizational psychology and focused on leadership development and workplace transformation. She also leads Marla J. Albertie, LLC, her personal brand and life design company, and serves as founder and executive director of the award-winning I/O for Teens Inc., where she empowers young people with skills, confidence, and career readiness grounded in the science of human behavior. Additionally, she owns MJA Publishing LLC and co-owns Rogers Logistics Group LLC. Marla loves speaking, teaching, and writing. She has published three books and three poems and co-authored two others, with more books in the works. A proud graduate of the D’Aniello Institute for Veteran & Military Families Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV), Marla is an active sustaining member of the Junior League of Jacksonville and contributes to numerous professional organizations. She serves on the boards of the National University Alumni and the MIA Foundation. She is an adjunct instructor at SNHU and an assistant professor at Colorado Tech University. She is a passionate advocate for suicide prevention, justice-impacted individuals, and mental health. When she’s not changing the world, she enjoys movies (nachos in hand), cruising, shopping, reading, and spending time with loved ones, especially her glam-son Gio. Connect with Dr. Marla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlajalbertie/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/truth-speaks-group-llc/?viewAsMember=true https://www.facebook.com/Truthspeakscoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/@truthspeaksgroup https://twitter.com/TSpeaksCoaching https://www.instagram.com/tspeaksgroup/ https://www.truthspeakscoaching.com/ https://marlajalbertie.com/ https://substack.com/@livingtheiolife https://medium.com/@truthspeakscoaching Nonprofit https://www.ioforteens.org/ https://www.instagram.com/ioforteensinc/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-o-for-teens-inc/?viewAsMember=true https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085950013648 https://www.youtube.com/@ioforteensinc https://www.tiktok.com/@ioforteensinc https://x.com/Ioforteensinc1 Dr. Marla's FREE Gift to you: https://marlajalbertie.com/product/living-the-io-life-monthly-tracker/ Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

August 23, 2026Episode 1254 min

Survival Archetypes: Unlocking Your Nervous System to Prevent Burnout

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kelsey Hire shares her journey from Army officer and combat veteran to founder of True North Resilience, a burnout recovery practice for high-capacity women, where she helps clients recognize and work through the survival patterns their bodies never actually stood down from. Kelsey talks through what bracing costs a person over decades of service, the identity questions that surface when you're never fully in the military and never fully out of it, and what it's like building a business and a marriage around two overlapping Reserve careers. She also shares how a deployment to Poland became an unexpected turning point, how her Survival Archetypes framework traces back to her own childhood and a real moment with her stepdaughter, and what she learned running retreats built specifically for women veterans. Her story is a look at why burnout keeps coming back long after the mission is supposedly over, and what it actually takes to rebuild the ability to rest, even for the women who are still serving right now. Key Topics: Military service and deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, Poland Nervous system regulation and trauma healing Survival archetypes and stress responses Impact of military culture on women and mental health Healing retreats for women veterans Balancing military career and personal life The importance of community and connection in recovery Tools for nervous system regulation and resilience Transitioning from active duty to civilian life The role of nutrition and lifestyle in healing About: Kelsey Hire is an Army Logistics Officer and combat veteran of three tours across Iraq and Afghanistan, with a later deployment to Poland, and she's currently serving in the Army Reserves alongside her husband, a firefighter in the Air Force Reserves. Most of her career was spent in operational units, where she cycled through burnout again and again over the years, until she finally built something different. Now, after more than 20 years in the military and a former corporate and nonprofit leadership career. she's a functional nutrition practitioner and nervous system specialist, and the founder of True North Resilience. She developed the Survival Archetypes framework, which helps ambitious women understand the specific survival pattern driving their burnout, regulate the system underneath it, and stop cycling the same exhaustion no matter how much work they put in. Her work is built on the idea that your body isn't betraying you, it's running a survival pattern it learned a long time ago. She blends neuroscience, functional health, and nervous system regulation to map that pattern and give you tools that actually work in the middle of a high stakes, high pressure life. Kelsey leads women's nature and adventure-based retreats through True North Resilience, hosts the podcast The Scars We Lead From, and is currently writing a book by the same name. She is also a stepmom, and she still lives with a foot in both worlds, the military one she came from and the entrepreneurial one she's building now, out of Boise, Idaho. The Decode Your Survival Mode Quiz: If you've spent years trying to change your habits, boundaries, or mindset but keep ending up in the same place, your body may be following a survival strategy you don't even know is there. Take the free 3-minute Decode Your Survival Mode Quiz to discover the pattern beneath the behaviors and learn where to begin changing it. You'll discover: • Your primary Survival Archetype™ • The patterns and tendencies that often accompany it • Why your symptoms may not be telling the whole story • The next step if you'd like to understand your result more deeply Because the goal isn't to become a different person, it's to understand the person you've had to become. https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/67f5ab19c7c78d00158dba0f (also available on www.pathtotruenorth.com) The Scars We Lead From Podcast A podcast for high-functioning humans in recovery from chaos, survival, and the pressure to hold it all together. Hosted by Kelsey Hire, military leader and founder of True North Resilience, The Scars We Lead From explores burnout recovery, nervous system regulation, and the patterns high achievers keep finding themselves stuck in, even after therapy, personal growth, and doing all the “right” things. Through honest conversations, body-based tools, and grounded discussions around burnout, identity, chronic stress, and constant readiness, this podcast helps you understand why the pattern keeps returning, and what it takes for change to finally hold. If you are exhausted but can’t slow down, tired in a way rest hasn’t fixed, or carrying more than your body knows how to recover from, this is for you. https://kelseyhire.substack.com/podcast Als available on Apple and Spotify Connect with Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/thetruenorthresilientwoman https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsey-hire Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

August 13, 2026Episode 111 hr 9 min

Built for Her: Changing the Future of Military Gear

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Hillary Collandra shares her inspiring journey from military service to founding Warvinas, a company dedicated to creating purpose-built gear for women in the military. Discover her insights on leadership, community building, and the importance of tailored solutions for women in demanding professions. Key Topics: The need for purpose-built gear for women in the military Leadership and care in military environments Building community among women service members The entrepreneurial journey of Warvenas The importance of representation and role models for young women in uniform About Hillary: Hillary Collandra is a U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander, founder of WARVINAS, and an advocate for the women who serve on the front lines of our nation’s military and industrial workforce. After more than 15 years leading sailors, she recognized that women were still adapting to equipment and apparel never truly designed for them. She founded WARVINAS, creating purpose-built gear while building a community that empowers women to lead with confidence. Through her leadership, writing, and entrepreneurship, Hillary is working to ensure the next generation of women doesn’t have to choose between serving their country and being seen. Connect with Hillary: www.instagram.com/warvinas www.warvinas.com (use code: WomenRule for 15%OFF) Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

August 5, 2026Episode 101 hr 14 min

Unlocking Healing with Psychedelics: A Veteran's Journey

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Abi Dorhosti shares her profound journey with psychedelics, exploring their potential for healing, connection, and self-discovery. She discusses different medicines, their purposes, and how to approach this powerful tool with intention and safety. Takeaways: Different types of psychedelics and their purposes The importance of intention and safety in psychedelic use Personal experiences with psilocybin, MDMA, and five MEO DMT The role of retreats and guided experiences The significance of listening to intuition and trusted sources About: Abion “Abi” Dorhosti is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and doctoral candidate in Transpersonal Psychology at Sofia University, where she designed the Veteran Leadership concentration and will begin teaching later this year. Drawing on twenty-five years of military service in support of the Department of Defense, Department of State, and the Intelligence Community, she brings lived experience of leadership, service, and post-service transition into her scholarly and clinical work. Her doctoral research examines the Outside-In Pathway, a sequential mixed-methods investigation into whether externally received compassion facilitates self-compassion access in veterans with moral injury, with an exploratory interest in how non-ordinary states of consciousness may facilitate compassionate experience. She is completing her PhD alongside certificates in psychedelic research and ecopsychology, reflecting her commitment to integrating emerging science with transpersonal, ecological, and relational approaches to healing. Abi’s work is grounded in the understanding that moral injury is not only a psychological wound but a rupture in identity, meaning, and belonging, requiring relational, experiential, and often transpersonal pathways to repair. Central to this work is the concept of compassionate witnessing, which she explores as both a relational healing mechanism and a subject of scholarly inquiry. She is the founder of Amistar Foundation and Liminal Experiences, LLC, and an invited speaker whose presentations have reached hundreds of veterans, clinicians, and researchers. Her work bridges military experience, emerging research, and embodied practice, supporting veterans and others healing from trauma in moving from shame and disconnection toward self-compassion, purpose, and renewed participation in life. Connect with Abi https://www.linkedin.com/in/abi-dorhosti https://www.facebook.com/abion.dorhosti https://www.instagram.com/abi_holisticwellness https://home.amistarfoundation.org www.heal.me/liminal Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo

July 16, 2026Episode 938 min

Leading Under Pressure: Leadership Lessons from the Military That Still Apply Today

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Alexandra Mahanna shares her inspiring journey from military service to leadership coaching, highlighting key leadership lessons learned along the way. Discover how pressure reveals leadership strengths and gaps, and gain practical tips for authentic, confident leadership. Takeaways Leadership becomes clear under pressure. Pressure amplifies existing traits, good or bad. Effective communication is crucial for trust. Adaptability is key to leadership success. Self-trust and clarity build sustainable confidence. About Alexandra: Alexandra Mahanna is the Founder of Alexandra Mahanna Leadership and an executive leadership coach known for helping leaders cut through the noise and lead with greater clarity, confidence, and intention. Through a grounded, practical approach shaped by experience across military, corporate, and higher education environments, she helps leaders strengthen decision-making, communicate more effectively, and stay steady under pressure. Her work challenges leaders to stop operating on autopilot and start leading with the kind of clarity others trust. Connect with Alexandra: https://www.alexandramahannaleadership.com https://www.instagram.com/alexandramahannaleadership/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584831492007# https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandramahanna FREE Gift: Alexandra would like to invite listeners to watch her free webinar "The Hidden Leadership Gap: Why Clarity, Confidence and Connection Matter More Than Ever" Right now the very end of this webinar does invite viewers to learn more about a coaching program she is offering. https://www.alexandramahannaleadership.com/get-leadership-gap-webinar Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo