Episodes

  • Thunderbird. Trailblazer. Survivor.- Nicole Malachowski

    Thunderbird. Trailblazer. Survivor.- Nicole Malachowski
    Dec 16 2025
    In this powerful episode of Women of War, we sit down with Colonel Nicole Malachowski—the first female pilot to fly with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. From flying combat missions in the F-15E Strike Eagle to breaking sound barriers and gender ceilings, Nicole's story is one of relentless ambition and historic achievement. But what happens when a warrior's career is cut short by an invisible enemy? Nicole opens up about the devastating tick-borne illness that ended her Air Force career, and how she found purpose again as a patient advocate and national speaker. Her resilience in the face of physical, emotional, and professional trials is both gut-wrenching and inspiring. This is more than a story of flight—it's a story of identity, reinvention, and the courage it takes to keep soaring after the fall.
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    40 mins
  • Uniform, Unapologetic: Sue Fulton on Leading Out Loud

    Uniform, Unapologetic: Sue Fulton on Leading Out Loud
    Dec 16 2025
    She was one of the first women to graduate from West Point and later became one of its fiercest advocates for change. Sue Fulton didn’t just rise through the ranks—she redefined what leadership, authenticity, and courage look like in uniform. In this episode of Women of War, Sue shares her powerful story of breaking barriers, confronting bias, and standing tall for LGBTQ+ service members long before it was safe—or popular—to do so. This isn’t just a conversation about military service. It’s a conversation about being unapologetically yourself in rooms that weren’t built for you... and then holding the door open for the next generation. 🔥 Tune in to hear: What it was like being part of the first class of women at West Point How her experience shaped her leadership values Why representation and visibility in the military still matter And how Sue turned personal courage into national policy change 🎧 Subscribe, share, and get ready to be inspired by a woman who didn’t wait for permission—she led out loud. More of Sue Fulton: https://www.awfdn.org/leadership/sue-fulton/ More on Olivia Nunn https://www.olivianunn.com/ To be a guest email Olivia at olivia@olivianunn.com To schedule a call with Olivia https://calendly.com/olivianunn
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    47 mins
  • The Only Woman in the Room: Becca Spahr on Earning Her Seat at the Table

    The Only Woman in the Room: Becca Spahr on Earning Her Seat at the Table
    Dec 16 2025
    What does it take to lead when you’re constantly underestimated—before you’ve even spoken a word? In this powerful episode of Women of War, we sit down with Becca Spahr, a Marine Corps officer who often found herself as the only woman in the room, the only woman in the unit, and the only woman at the table. From the start of her military journey, Becca was questioned, doubted, and challenged—not because of her competence, but because of her gender. Yet, she didn’t just hold the line—she redefined it. We explore what it’s like to navigate the burden of proving your worth daily, leading with resilience in the face of scrutiny, and standing firm when your presence alone challenges outdated norms. Becca speaks candidly about the mental and emotional weight of leading in a space where you’re constantly watched and rarely given the benefit of the doubt—and how she turned that pressure into purpose. This is a conversation about more than gender and leadership. It’s about strength, voice, and the unshakable belief that you belong, even when others aren’t ready to see it. 🎧 Subscribe to Women of War Authentic stories. Fierce truth-telling. Real conversations with women who’ve served, sacrificed, and stood tall in their storms. Powered by MilMentor, the largest on-demand mentorship network for the military community. To learn more about Becca Spahr: https://www.beccaspahr.com/ More on Olivia Nunn https://www.olivianunn.com/ To be a guest, email Olivia at olivia@olivianunn.com To schedule a call with Olivia https://calendly.com/olivianunn
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    45 mins
  • Cleared for Secrets, Not for Struggle- Dallas Knight Ep 4.

    Cleared for Secrets, Not for Struggle- Dallas Knight Ep 4.
    Dec 23 2025
    She held a Top Secret clearance—but the real battle was within. In this gripping episode of Women of War, we sit down with Dallas Knight, a former U.S. military intelligence professional whose journey goes far beyond classified operations. From briefing generals to battling her own identity crisis, Dallas opens up about what it means to serve in silence—navigating loss, personal transformation, and the long road to reclaiming her voice. Once the keeper of secrets for a nation, Dallas now shares her truth: raw, healing, and unfiltered. Today, she is an author, a healer, and a fierce champion for others walking through their own darkness. If you've ever felt like you had to wear armor off the battlefield, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, Amazon, or iHeartRadio. 🔗 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share these stories that deserve to be heard. More on Dallas Knight: https://notsoaveragejane.com/dallasrknight/ More on Olivia Nunn: https://www.olivianunn.com To be a guest, email Olivia at olivia@olivianunn.com To schedule a call with Olivia https://calendly.com/olivianunn
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    49 mins