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10/21/2026
In this episode of Militarily Speaking, Tom and Jodi welcome Cat Morris, HR and Operations Manager, and Executive Director Joel Bailey for Footprints Heroes Home Gate. They discuss the organization’s approach to veteran housing assistance, recovery, financial education and the wraparound services designed to help veterans experiencing homelessness build sustainable, independent lives.
With Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery
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10/7/2026
In this episode, Tom and Jodi welcome Steve Cole, Executive Director of Veterans Bridge Home's Metrolina Market, to discuss the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life and how local communities can help them succeed. From veteran employment and community connections to suicide prevention awareness and navigating available resources, Steve shares how Veterans Bridge Home is helping veterans build fulfilling lives after military service.
With Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery
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9/23/2026

In this episode of Militarily Speaking, we talk with Ike Belk, co-founder of the U.S. Performance Center, about bringing the 2027 Carolinas Military World Games to the United States for the first time. Ike shares the scale of the global competition, how the games will celebrate active-duty service members and veterans, and why sport can create connections across countries, cultures and military communities.

With Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery
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09/09/2026

In this episode of Militarily Speaking, we talk with Major Cole Hanna, co-founder of H.K. Young Bourbon Company, about building an award-winning Kentucky bourbon brand while continuing to serve on active duty. Cole shares how military leadership shaped his approach to entrepreneurship, why H.K. Young committed to toasted barrel finished bourbon, and what military members should know before starting a business of their own.

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    8/26/2026
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    8/12/2026
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    7/29/2026
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    7/15/2026

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    Forbes

    America's Best Employers for Women 2026 by Forbes

    Armed Forces Bank has been named to Forbes' prestigious annual list for Best Employers for Women in America. This national recognition highlights workplace culture centered on career growth, leadership opportunities, flexibility and longstanding support for women associates.

    Kansas City Business Journal
     

    Kansas City has a long list of high-performing midsize banks to choose from that can offer sophisticated financial solutions combined with strong customer service and access to decision makers. Armed Forces Bank is proud to rank in the top five.

     
     
    AOL

    A recent study released by Armed Forces Bank

    AOL cited findings from Armed Forces Bank that revealed 41 percent of military households owe more than $5,000 in credit card debt. That’s 13 percent higher than civilian households, and it’s something that can cause significant stress and worry for service members and their families. That’s where debt-relief and forgiveness programs specifically designed for military members can help.

    Yahoo! Finance
     

    Yahoo! Finance compared the top FDIC- and NCUA-insured banks and credit unions for military members, evaluating key metrics such as membership eligibility requirements, fees, customer experience, product choice, and more. Armed Forces Bank was named to the top five.

    Money.com

    Named Best Banking for Checking for Military

    For the second consecutive year, Armed Forces Bank is Money's pick for the best checking account for members of the military. The bank offers its Access Freedom Checking account with no monthly service fees, no minimum balance requirements and no-fee money orders. It also provides early pay for military direct deposits. This checking account also offers access to over 38,000 surcharge-free ATMs across the U.S.

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