About this episode

The episode discusses the first 30-60 days after a PCS move, focusing on spouse careers, community rebuilding, and lessons from experienced military families.

The boxes are mostly unpacked. The new duty station is no longer a destination — it is home, at least for now. In the 4th and final episode of the Militarily Speaking PCS Survival Series, hosts Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery are joined again by VA Loan Expert Mel Aguto to talk about what happens after a PCS move: the first 30-60 days, the financial and administrative reset, military spouse employment, rebuilding community, and the lessons experienced military families wish they had learned earlier. Militarily Speaking dives into the heart of military life through the voices of those who’ve lived it. Hosted by Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery – seasoned professionals with a passion for serving the military community – the show blends financial insight, real-world experience, and honest conversation. Jodi, a proud military spouse, and Tom bring different perspectives that make every episode both relatable and practical. Each episode, we sit down with veterans, spouses, and leaders who share stories that matter – from the challenges of deployment and transition to insights on careers, family, and finances. It’s about the military journey, told through the people who know it best. And don’t…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tom McLean, Jodi Vickery

Guest: Mel Aguto

Topics covered

• PCS move
• military spouse employment
• community rebuilding
• financial reset
• military family lessons

Keywords

• PCS Survival Guide
• military life
• spouse careers
• community
• financial reset
• military families

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Armed Forces Bank

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