The following podcasts are quick, effective messaging vehicles that are very popular with populations who often use mobile and desktop devices to gather information. Click on a ‘Play’ link below to listen to a podcast using your local player.

Military Youth on the Move

For even more great information, visit Military Youth on the Move.

How to Stay Safe Online

As a teenager, you are probably always being told to be careful when you go out at night. But what about being careful when you’re online? Whether it’s uploading your pictures to the web or instant messaging with your friends, it’s important to consider the risks associated with being online. Check out this podcast for some helpful tips on how to stay safe online.

Saving Money and Spending Wisely

Whether you’re thinking about how to pay for a night out this weekend or how to pay for your books at college next year, money is probably on your mind. Knowing how to save your money and spend it wisely is extremely important, so check out this podcast for some helpful tips on how to manage your money successfully.

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Youth Sponsorship

One of the hardest parts about moving is starting over. Just thinking about leaving your old friends behind and making all new ones can be overwhelming. But joining a Youth Sponsorship Program can make this a whole lot easier. Check out this podcast for some great reasons why the Youth Sponsorship Program could be just what you’re looking for.

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Getting Up and Getting Active

As we all know, parents play a huge role in the health of their children. Children often develop eating and exercise habits based on what they see their parents doing, and these habits contribute directly to their long-term health. Check out this podcast for some simple ideas and lifestyle changes that you can make in order to become a healthier family.

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Staying in Touch with Old Friends

Even if you’ve moved a bunch of times by now, saying goodbye to your good friends doesn’t seem to get any easier. However, staying in touch nowadays is a lot easier than it used to be! Check out this podcast for some great ideas on how to stay in touch with your old friends.

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Saving and Paying for Your Children’s Education

Every parent dreams that their children will be even more successful than they are. For many of us, that means sending our children to pursue an education beyond high school. But as tuition prices continue to rise, many parents are left wondering how they’re going to pay for it. Listen to this podcast for some ideas about how to start saving and paying for your children’s education.

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Choosing a College That’s Right for You

Finally the moment you’ve been waiting for—graduation! A time to celebrate all you’ve accomplished, right? But it’s also a time to begin considering what to do next. If going to college is the next step for you, check out this podcast for tips on how to choose a college that has what you’re looking for.

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Making the Move Easier for Your Children

Whether it’s your first move or your tenth, it’s never easy. Not only do you have to worry about packing up and finding a new place, but you also have to manage your children’s emotions and reactions as well. Check out this podcast for some helpful information on how to make your next move a little easier for your children.

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Going Green

Going green is easier than you think! There are several ways for you and your family to make environmentally friendly choices starting today. Check out this podcast for some great information that will save you money and make your family even healthier.

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Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

The Internet is a wonderful tool for your children to use for academic and social purposes, but as a parent, you need to be proactive and knowledgeable about the risks that are out there. Check out this podcast for some great information and ideas about how to keep your children safe on the Internet.

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Domestic Violence

For even more great information, visit Domestic Violence on MilitaryHOMEFRONT. Immediate assistance for abusive or violent relationships is available through victim advocates (located through the installation operator), Military OneSource at 1-800-342-9647, and the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.”

Healthy Relationships

In any relationship there will be tough times, varied opinions, and regrettable moments. The difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships is how partners handle difficult situations. Check out this podcast for information on what makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy and for resources for managing unhealthy situations.

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Helping Someone in Crisis

If a friend, relative, or fellow service member may be a victim of domestic violence, take action to help. Check out this podcast to learn helpful tips for helping those in crisis and to become educated about the support resources.

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Impact on Children

Domestic violence affects everyone in the family, including children. Although children may not be the direct targets of violence in their home, witnessing violence can have a profound, harmful impact on their lives. Check out this podcast to learn how witnessing abuse effects children and what to do to help children in these situations.

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Safety Planning

Whether actively planning to leave a relationship, trying to decide if leaving is right, or planning to stay, safety planning is essential for victims of domestic violence. Check out this podcast for some helpful tips and resources for additional help and support.

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Exceptional Family Member Program

For even more great information, visit Special Needs/ EFMP.

How EFMP Can Help

This podcast discusses how EFMP service providers can assist you and your family member with special needs navigate programs and services.

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Your PCS and Special Education Services

This podcast presents ideas on how to ensure your child receives the services they need at their next school.

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Disaster Preparedness

This podcast provides tips, information and resources you can download to assist you and your family member with special needs prepare for those unexpected disasters and crisis.

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Personal Financial Management

For even more great information, visit Personal Financial Management

Avoiding Payday Loans

When money is tight, payday or cash advance loans can be tempting. Unfortunately, this short-term financial relief usually comes at a huge cost to the borrower. Avoid the payday loan pitfall by having a savings account for emergencies or, when you really do need a loan, exploring all your options to find a lender with more reasonable rates.

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Creating a Spending Plan

Without a plan, spending can quickly get out of control. Follow these steps to calculate your monthly income and expenses, reduce unnecessary or mindless spending, and keep the household budget balanced to achieve short- and long-term financial goals.

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Managing Deployment Pay Podcast - For Families

During a deployment, setting and sticking to a budget plan can significantly reduce stress. Remember that any deployment-based special pays or allowances will end when your service member returns home. By creating a budget plan and carefully controlling your spending, you can help keep the family finances on track both during and after a deployment.

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Managing Deployment Pay Podcast - For Single Service Members

Returning from a deployment brings opportunities to enjoy many of the things you missed while you were gone. But homecoming is also fraught with spending temptations that could quickly put you into a financial hole. Take advantage of available financial counseling to prepare a post-deployment budget plan that will keep your bank account in the black.

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TSP and SDP Podcast

Saving money doesn’t come easy to most people, but the military offers two programs to help you out. Find out more about the federal government’s Thrift Savings Plan and the DoD’s Savings Deposit Program to maximize your personal and retirement savings for greater financial security and peace of mind today and well into the future.

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