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Embracing the Military Journey | Financially Fluent with Ray Godleski (Veterans Day Special)

In this Veterans Day bonus episode, host Ray Godleski sits down with retired Air Force General Sid Clarke to talk candidly about military life—what it teaches you, how it shapes your future, and why the friendships and experiences are worth appreciating long after service. They also touch on pensions, financial planning in retirement, and practical ways civilians can support veterans. 💡 What you’ll learn Why being open and flexible can change your military experience How to capitalize on skills and experiences gained in service The lifelong value of friendships and community built in uniform A plain-English view of military pensions and retirement planning Thoughtful ways to support veterans beyond “thank you for your service” 🎧 Listen on your favorite platform Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Ovd... ❓ Questions for the show or resources mentioned Visit the podcast page: https://financiallyfluentpodcast.com/ Key Takeaways There are parts of military life you may not appreciate at first—stay open. Consider staying longer if the path and mission fit you. Leverage your experiences and leadership training after service. Friendships last a lifetime and shape your worldview. Military service offers unique opportunities—embrace the journey. Sound Bites “Be open and flexible to staying longer.” “Capitalize on those experiences you’ll get.” “Friendships that you build last a lifetime.” Chapters 00:00 — Introduction to Veterans Day and Personal Connection 00:24 — Pros and Cons of a Military Career 00:29 — Understanding Military Pensions & Financial Planning If this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share with someone who might be considering military service—or supporting a veteran.