Join Shield of Sisters as we delve into the personal narratives of Lady Veterans who suffered Military Sexual Trauma during their service to our country. These courageous women shall be INVISIBLE NO MORE. The mission of Shield of Sisters is to support and empower Lady Veterans who have experienced Military Sexual Trauma by providing a sisterhood focused on healing and restoration. We create safe spaces where these courageous women can share their stories, access vital resources, and transfor ...
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Discover the transformative power of "Healing Verses: The Power of Poetry in Overcoming Military Sexual Trauma," a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jules Smoot. This unique series delves into the profound impact of poetry and mindfulness as tools for healing from military sexual trauma and post-traumatic stress. Each episode is thoughtfully crafted to guide listeners through a journey of self-discovery, encouraging them to embrace breath, relaxation, an ...
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Discover the transformative power of Betrayal, a powerful poem by Navy Veteran, Sound Alchemist, and Song Writer Julie Jules Smoot. Set to moving music by JS Worldbridger, this evocative piece takes you on an emotional journey through Julie's profound words from her book, The Journey Back to Myself: A Book of Healing Poetry, Second Edition. It's be…
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From Victim to Survivor
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10:00This was originally a poem by Navy Veteran Julie Jules Smoot. Julie decided to let us transform her song into a powerful song and share it with everybody. This song is available for purchase on her website juliejewelssmootsoundalchemist.comJulie Jewels Smoot
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Discover the transformative power of healing with "Finding Healing," a poignant poem by Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jules Smoot. This beautifully crafted piece serves as a beacon of hope, guiding readers through the intricate journey of self-discovery and emotional restoration. With themes of relaxation, compassion, and self-compassion w…
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Experience the powerful fusion of poetry and music with "Shut Up and Listen to Survivors," a poignant song by Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jules Smoot. Originally penned as a heartfelt poem in 2016, this track emerged from the frustration of being overlooked by the US Senate Armed Forces Service Committee, echoing the voices of countless …
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They Want Us To Kill Ourselves
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25:50In this raw and unflinching episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Kristin, a brave veteran whose service came with an unbearable cost. Kristin shares her harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted by both men and women during her time in the military. For years, she battled extreme alcoholism as a means to cope with the unimaginable …
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Wings Clipped, Voice Found Part 2
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22:49In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Meghann Trapp, an Air Force veteran whose promising career was tragically cut short. Meghann was medically retired from the military after enduring a sexual assault, a deeply personal trauma that forced her into an early and unexpected chapter of her life. Join us as Meghann bravely sh…
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Wings Clipped Voice Found
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27:08In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Meghann Trapp, an Air Force veteran whose promising career was tragically cut short. Meghann was medically retired from the military after enduring a sexual assault, a deeply personal trauma that forced her into an early and unexpected chapter of her life. Join us as Meghann bravely sh…
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In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with singer-songwriter duo Johnny and Heidi, the creative forces behind the emotional anthem Women on Fire. Written for the Journey to Restoration retreat in partnership with CreatiVets, this song honors the strength and resilience of women veterans on their healing journey. Johnny and Heid…
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From Silence To Story
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24:05In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Jasmine—a U.S. Navy veteran and published author—who shares her deeply personal journey from military service to healing through writing. Jasmine opens up about the invisible battles she faced during and after her time in uniform, and how telling her story became a lifeline not only fo…
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Your Body Holds The Trauma
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23:55In this powerful episode of the Shield of Sister podcast, we sit down with Tauyna — a courageous survivor of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) whose story of strength, survival, and transformation will move you deeply. Tauyna opens up about the battles she faced both in uniform and beyond, the long road to healing, and how she’s turned her pain into pur…
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Be Who You Are part 2
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18:14In this unapologetically real episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with the fierce and fearless Kaila Fain—a woman who refuses to shrink for anyone. Kaila opens up about what it means to build strong boundaries, protect your peace, and chase your evolution without guilt or permission. If you’ve ever felt like you had to tone it down to be acce…
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Be Who You Are part 1
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25:49In this unapologetically real episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with the fierce and fearless Kaila Fain—a woman who refuses to shrink for anyone. Kaila opens up about what it means to build strong boundaries, protect your peace, and chase your evolution without guilt or permission. If you’ve ever felt like you had to tone it down to be acce…
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Surviving the Unthinkable Part 2
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16:54In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Heather, an Army veteran whose life was forever changed by an unthinkable betrayal. She bravely shares her story of surviving sexual assault at the hands of someone she trusted—her own boyfriend and his friend—and the lasting impact it has had on her life, including the burden of an un…
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Surviving the Unthinkable
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26:06In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Heather, an Army veteran whose life was forever changed by an unthinkable betrayal. She bravely shares her story of surviving sexual assault at the hands of someone she trusted—her own boyfriend and his friend—and the lasting impact it has had on her life, including the burden of an un…
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Military Sexual Trauma (MST) is a devastating reality for many, but when the perpetrator is a spouse, the betrayal cuts even deeper. In this episode of Invisible No More, Wendy courageously shares her story of enduring MST at the hands of her husband while serving in the military. She opens up about the emotional and psychological toll, the challen…
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“I’m A Work in Progress”
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26:39* TRIGGER WARNINGS – incest, suicide, intimate partner violence, rape * Shield of Sisters founder Shannon Hough is joined via Zoom by Jane Giampaolo, a U.S. Army Veteran who attended one of our Restoration Retreats in the fall of 2024. At the age of 21, Jane followed several of her siblings into military service as a way to escape her abusive paren…
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“Are You Sure That’s What Happened?” (part 2 of 2)
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21:31SUMMARY: *trigger warning* In this raw episode that is part 2 with U.S. Air Force Veteran Angela Pope, she shares why she used to feel like her voice didn’t “deserve” to be heard, that her occurrences weren’t “as bad as” others’. Listen as Pope talks about the extremely positive outcomes of the Shield of Sisters Restoration Retreat she attended in …
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Are You Sure That’s What Happened?”
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28:01Join Shield of Sisters founder Shannon Hough and her guest, U.S. Air Force veteran Angela, for episode 10 of Invisible No More. Angela was one of the first 15 in the Air Force to be selected for a specific MOS (military occupational specialty). She discusses the many “close call” experiences she had – during tech school that then bled over into her…
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Dont Be Afraid of The Awareness Part 2
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19:12In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Bethany, a compassionate therapist who bravely navigated her own journey of healing from military sexual trauma. Through deep introspection and personal growth, Bethany not only found the strength to heal but now dedicates her life to guiding others on their own paths to recovery. Join…
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"In this solo episode of Invisible No More, host Shannon Hough brings you the latest updates from Shield of Sisters, including exciting news about the upcoming Journey to Restoration Conference. Learn more about the mission, the impact, and how this transformative event is helping military veteran women go from surviving to thriving. Don’t miss thi…
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Do Not Be Afraid of the Awareness
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22:41In this powerful episode of Invisible No More, we sit down with Bethany, a compassionate therapist who bravely navigated her own journey of healing from military sexual trauma. Through deep introspection and personal growth, Bethany not only found the strength to heal but now dedicates her life to guiding others on their own paths to recovery. Join…
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"'Normal' is Something We Just Make Up"
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19:28Navy Veteran Amie Arizmendi talks about her experiences during and after the Shield of Sisters Restoration Retreat she attended (in June 2024). A life coach and counselor herself, Amie speaks at length about the sisterhood she has found as a result of attending that retreat. She gives her thoughts & advice about finding the support a survivor needs…
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"We Lose Our Identities" Part 2 of 2
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23:12Jodi Barnett, a U.S. Navy Veteran and the Veterans Program Specialist & Women Veterans Coordinator with the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, discusses the current state of the Veteran community in the state of Wisconsin. She talks about her experiences of being met with surprise when she introduces herself as the Veteran, not the Veteran's…
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We Lose Our Identities" Part 1 of 2
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23:43Jodi Barnett, a U.S. Navy Veteran and the Veterans Program Specialist & Women Veterans Coordinator with the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, discusses the current state of the Veteran community in the state of Wisconsin. She talks about her experiences of being met with surprise when she introduces herself as the Veteran, not the Veteran's…
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"I Was Struggling Pretty Bad"
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23:42Wisconsin Air National Guard Veteran Megan Haag, owner of Soil+Soul Farm Co, shares her post-trauma journey from addiction to healing, including the tools she continues to use in her own restoration from surviving to thriving. Megan offers advice learned from her own path about being your own best advocate when in the thick of that healing process …
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"Someone I Thought I Could Trust" Part 2
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18:25GUEST: Nicole Hanson, Army Veteran Part 2 of 2 Navigating the return to work after being assaulted by a member of your military unit might seem unfathomable, but sometimes you have no choice. The bravery necessary to walk back through that door cannot be quantified. Listen as Army Veteran Nicole Hanson tells us the story of her Military Sexual Assa…
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"Someone I Thought I Could Trust" Part 1
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24:09GUEST: Nicole Hanson, Army Veteran Part 1 of 2 Navigating the return to work after being assaulted by a member of your military unit might seem unfathomable, but sometimes you have no choice. The bravery necessary to walk back through that door cannot be quantified. Listen as Army Veteran Nicole Hanson tells us the story of her Military Sexual Assa…
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Our Pilot Episode! Listen as Shield of Sisters founder Shannon Hough, a Navy Veteran and Military Sexual Trauma survivor, leads us through her own journey of restoration following her trauma. She also shares the origin of Shield of Sisters and what the vision is for the future.shan hough
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In this introductory short, we lay the groundwork by defining Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and its profound impact on Lady Veterans who endured it during their service to our country. We'll hear from experts, survivors, and advocates who are committed to raising awareness and creating a supportive community for those affected.…
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