Episodes

  • Mikel Van Cleve: Navigating Life Insurance with Confidence, Part 3
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Mikel Van Cleve is an advice director for retirement and complex planning. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist® and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist®. Mikel is also working on his doctorate in the School of Financial Planning at Texas Tech University and is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    8 mins
  • Mikel Van Cleve: Navigating Life Insurance with Confidence, Part 2
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Mikel Van Cleve is an advice director for retirement and complex planning. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist® and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist®. Mikel is also working on his doctorate in the School of Financial Planning at Texas Tech University and is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    10 mins
  • Mikel Van Cleve: Navigating Life Insurance with Confidence, Part 1
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Mikel Van Cleve is an advice director for retirement and complex planning. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist® and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist®. Mikel is also working on his doctorate in the School of Financial Planning at Texas Tech University and is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    9 mins
  • Emma Smith: Shine Through Every Stage, Part 3
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Emma Smith is a licensed professional counselor, certified sex therapist & certified trauma specialist in private practice serving individuals & couples in Nashville, TN, and is licensed to provide care to folks living in Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. She has been an avid supporter of sexual assault survivors, the LGBTQIA+ community and military families.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    10 mins
  • Emma Smith: Shine Through Every Stage, Part 2
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Emma Smith is a licensed professional counselor, certified sex therapist & certified trauma specialist in private practice serving individuals & couples in Nashville, TN, and is licensed to provide care to folks living in Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. She has been an avid supporter of sexual assault survivors, the LGBTQIA+ community and military families.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    9 mins
  • Emma Smith: Shine Through Every Stage, Part 1
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Emma Smith is a licensed professional counselor, certified sex therapist & certified trauma specialist in private practice serving individuals & couples in Nashville, TN, and is licensed to provide care to folks living in Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. She has been an avid supporter of sexual assault survivors, the LGBTQIA+ community and military families.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    9 mins
  • Bernadette Soler: Rise and Shine! Part 3
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Bernadette is a proud military spouse, Mom, and Yoga Therapist / Dharma Coach! With over 13 years of dedicated practice and study in the field of yoga, she has a gift for applying ancient wisdom in a simple and effective way to our modern lifestyles. She's excited and deeply honored to help you uncover your potential and feel amazing on a multi-dimensional level during your deployment season.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    15 mins
  • Bernadette Soler: Rise and Shine! Part 2
    Jul 2 2026

    WELCOME TO THE DEPLOYMENT PILLARS PODCAST!
    Your hosts Joanna & Becky are the creators of PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns. We share the best deployment advice for military spouses from people who have been there, done that and got the homecoming kiss.

    Grab your completely free ticket for the next PILLAR- the digital retreat for deployment countdowns at pillardeploymentretreat.com

    IN THIS EPISODE
    Bernadette is a proud military spouse, Mom, and Yoga Therapist / Dharma Coach! With over 13 years of dedicated practice and study in the field of yoga, she has a gift for applying ancient wisdom in a simple and effective way to our modern lifestyles. She's excited and deeply honored to help you uncover your potential and feel amazing on a multi-dimensional level during your deployment season.

    MEET OUR SPONSOR
    Military life can feel overwhelming- especially during deployment seasons. At Team PILLAR, we believe that a little peace of mind can go a long way. That's why we're proud that this episode of Deployment Pillars is sponsored by USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.

    USAA Life facilitates members' financial security through a range of products and services including Life Insurance policies with several benefits specialized for military families at no additional cost. Because wondering about your family's financial future doesn't need to be on your deployment to-do list. You can learn more about USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York at usaa.com/pillar.

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    13 mins