Welcome to Open Door Policy

We kicked off our very first episode of Open Door Policy by diving into something many service members are all too familiar with—the infamous “open-door policy.” On paper, it’s supposed to be a tool for transparency, a way for soldiers to feel heard when leadership falls short. But in reality? That door isn’t always as open as it claims to be.

In this episode, we got personal. We shared real moments from our own experiences navigating the military’s chain of command, what it felt like to speak up and not be listened to, and how those moments left us feeling more isolated than empowered. It’s not always easy to talk about—especially when humor is often the armor we wear—but we believe there’s strength in vulnerability. And honestly, we laughed a lot along the way (because if you don’t laugh in the military, you’ll cry… or smoke yourself voluntarily).

This episode wasn’t just about venting. It was about reclaiming our voices and creating a space where others can feel seen, too. We’re not experts or therapists—we’re just people who’ve been there. People who understand what it feels like when the system doesn’t hold up its end of the bargain. If you’ve ever felt like the only one going through it, we want you to know you’re not alone.

Open Door Policy exists to connect us, to hold space for the stories leadership didn’t want to hear, and to remind each other that our experiences matter.

🎧 Listen now to Episode 1: “When the Door Doesn’t Open” wherever you get your podcasts.

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Let’s build this space together—one real conversation at a time.

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