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Brat Chat

Brat Chat

Written by: Amber Bittner
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On Brat Chat we sit down and discuss the highs and lows of life during accompanied tours for active duty military. We take in all perspectives from active duty to spouses and dependents and even Department of Defense civilian personnel. There's a real impact from the sacrifice of service that is far reaching and touches the lives of all involved. This podcast is a safe space for all of us to discuss our experiences and how they shape who we are today.

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Episodes
  • Tell a Veteran’s Story — 1–2 Minute Challenge - Holiday Live Episode
    Dec 28 2025

    Join the live episode where hosts launch a veteran storytelling challenge (record a 1–2 minute video about what you learned), outline prizes, and preview community plans: Twitch streams, retro gaming sessions, Kickstarter goals, website building services and the BetterBitner Bootcamp. The show also covers mental health resources (988/Veterans Crisis Line), fundraising projects (world cookbook, scholarships) and practical help for small businesses and veterans.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Why Alex is Big Head: Laughs and Lessons from Military Family Life
    Dec 23 2025

    On this episode of the Better Bittner Brat Chat podcast, the Bagwell family and friends share candid stories about military service, life overseas, and the close bonds that form in deployment communities. Guests discuss careers in the military and as a contractor, the challenges of moves and deployments, and the humor that keeps them going.

    Through personal anecdotes—from Y2K nights in Paris to nicknames, dogs, and shared meals—the conversation highlights family, camaraderie, and the ways service shapes daily life.

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    27 mins
  • Boots, Books & Basset Hounds: Life Lessons from an Air Force Vet
    Dec 20 2025

    Hosts chat with veteran author and mentor Jim McDermott about how military service shapes individuals and families before, during, and after duty. Jim shares stories from his Air Force career, life in Alaska, and his work teaching veterans business skills.

    The episode highlights the resilience of military brats, community support, practical advice on small-business finances, and Jim's children’s books inspired by real experiences.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
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