Behind the Camouflage Podcast

Marine Corps families have access to an incredible network of resources, but knowing where to start can sometimes feel overwhelming. In this episode of Behind the Camouflage, we sit down with Gregory Goldstein, Director of the Marine and Family Programs Division at Headquarters Marine Corps, to talk about the programs and services available to support Marines and their families throughout every stage of military life. From financial counseling and child care to PCS support, community services,

Building a career while navigating military life isn’t easy, but remote work is opening new doors for military spouses. In this episode of Behind the Camouflage, we sit down with military spouse and entrepreneur Mary Elaine Baker, founder of VA USA, to discuss her journey from classroom teacher to business owner and how she’s helping military spouses find flexible, meaningful employment through remote work. Together, we explore the realities of military spouse employment, the value of transferab

Mental health matters, and knowing where to turn for support can make all the difference. In this episode of Behind the Camouflage, hosts Krista and Heather sit down with LCDR Chelsea Larro to discuss the OSCAR (Operational Stress Control and Readiness) program and the many resources available to support Marines and their families. Together, they explore how stress impacts readiness, how OSCAR-trained personnel help identify and address concerns early, and why seeking help is a sign of strength,

What does it mean to lead, serve, and build community as a military spouse? In this episode of Behind the Camouflage, we’re joined by the presidents of leadership seminars from Camp Lejeune, Albany, Iwakuni, and Okinawa for a conversation about volunteerism, personal growth, and the power of connection. Together, they share how these spouse-led organizations are helping military spouses discover their strengths, develop leadership skills, and find purpose through service and community. From ins

Welcome to BTC Unscripted, a new Behind the Camouflage series where the BTC crew trades the script for real conversations about life as military families. In this first installment, Marta, Krista, Heather, and Kayla share stories from years of school transitions, PCS moves, homeschooling adventures, and sending kids off to college. Along the way, they’re sharing laughs, lessons learned, and reassurance that no matter where this school year finds your family, you’re not navigating it alone. Mili

Behind the Camouflage is back! Season 7 is here, and we’re kicking things off with one of the most talked-about topics in Marine Corps life: orders. BTC sits down with Major General Fridrik Fridriksson, Director of Manpower Management, for an inside look at how assignments are made, what factors drive manpower decisions, and how the Marine Corps is working to better support Marines and their families through PCS moves and career transitions. From common myths about orders to new initiatives aime