On this week's episode, we end the podcast series with a program honoring our fallen comrades. The Survivor Outreach Services join us to give an update on this year's Remembrance Memorial Display and how families can still participate. All that and more on the last Great Big Podcast. Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Deliciou...
May 12, 2025•17 min•Ep. 88
In this week's episode of The Great Big Podcast, we highlight a community resource that helps incoming Soldiers and families transition smoothly to the Fort Cavazos area. We explore a valuable program providing food assistance to those in need. Tune in as we discuss how these services are making a difference and strengthening the community. All that and more on The Great Big Podcast! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @for...
May 05, 2025•30 min•Ep. 87
🎙️ This Week on The Great Big Podcast We’re kicking off our Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Campaign—and what better place to start than with in-processing! The Fort Cavazos Installation Reception Center is making it easier than ever for Soldiers to get settled, offering tools and support to streamline the process both before arrival and after reporting. We’ll explore how they help Soldiers tap into everything the installation has to offer. Plus, hear from one unit that’s taken in-processing ...
Apr 21, 2025•46 min•Ep. 85
On this week’s episode, we dive into a program meant for civilian employees to use for the mental well-being of them and their families. Don’t forget the mindfulness rooms, where people can go to relax and center their thoughts. All that and more, here at The Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Delicious Allstars ...
Apr 14, 2025•25 min•Ep. 84
On this week’s episode, the team is ready for spring and with spring comes to beautification of our yards. Cavalry Family Housing Lawn and Garden visits to let Fort Cavazos residents know about everything they have to offer and requirements for planting and yard decor. Then associates from the Main Exchange gives us tips on the best ways to garden in Central Texas. Tune in now for all your spring gardening information here at the Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK...
Apr 07, 2025•30 min•Ep. 83
On this week’s episode, the team receives all the news on this year's Safety Awareness Day. Plus, we get an update on what's happening at USO Fort Cavazos and how to volunteer. Tune in to get the details on your next family outing with the Safety Office or USO here at the Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Delici...
Mar 31, 2025•27 min•Ep. 82
On this week’s episode, the team sits down with two representatives of Army Public Health Nursing from the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center to discuss the current Measles outbreak impacting the United States. Tune in to learn more about the Measles, ways to prevent contraction and actions to take if you think you have been exposed. Measles Resources: Texas Health and Human Services: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/measles-outbreak-2025 CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/ CRDAMC Public He...
Mar 24, 2025•36 min•Ep. 81
On this week’s episode, the team gets an update on this year's AER Campaign. Retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Tony Grinston joins us with an update on major changes that have happened with AER and this year's fundraising goal. Tune in to see how you can donate and get help from AER here at the Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun M...
Mar 17, 2025•34 min•Ep. 80
On this week’s episode, the team explores the duties of the security guard branch for Fort Cavazos. The personnel manning the gates first priority is keeping all those who work and live on the installation safe and we learn how they do it. Tune in now to the Great Big Podcast! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Delicious Alls...
Mar 10, 2025•28 min•Ep. 79
On this week’s episode, we go on location to the National Mounted Warrior Museum to discuss the historic Battle of Remagen. March 7 marks the 80th Anniversary of the pivotal actions to cross the Rhine River. The III Armored Corps guests reflect on the lead up to the war, focus on the unique aspects of the battle and honor the legacy of those who came before us. Come join us and take a dive into history here at The Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortcavazosar...
Mar 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 78
On this week’s episode, the team learns about different safety topics. Safety officers from the III Armored Corps and U.S. Army Garrison Fort Cavazos discuss safety tips for various weather conditions and introduce new alert systems. Tune in so that you can be safe here at The Great Place! For seasonal weather safety tips visit www.ready.gov . Website to sign up and register for the Code Red Notification system is https://ctcog.org . Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @fortca...
Feb 24, 2025•26 min•Ep. 77
On this week’s episode, the team learns about a new directorate at The Great Place. Prevention programs and services at Fort Cavazos are being detailed into one cohesive organization, the People Directorate, to improve the way those services are delivered to Soldiers, their families and civilians. We sit down with three representatives who help make the new Directorate what it is. Tune in and learn all about how the People Directorate will increase readiness and lethality at Fort Cavazos. Contac...
Feb 17, 2025•42 min•Ep. 76
On On this week’s episode, the team learns about the Fort Cavazos Family Scholarship Fund. We learn about application requirements, learn about a new group who qualifies for scholarships and recommendations on how to make applications stronger. Tune in to see if you can qualify for a scholarship to further your education while here at The Great Place! See the website below for more details and don’t forget to apply by Feb. 17! https://www.fortcavazosscholarship.org Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazo...
Feb 10, 2025•22 min•Ep. 75
On this week’s episode, the team goes on location to observe a Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise (CALFEX) with the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. From the firing of a Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC) to the employment of attack aviation, tune in to get a sneak peak into combined arms maneuver here at The Great Place! Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-fre...
Feb 03, 2025•13 min•Ep. 74
On this week’s episode, the team sits down with two representatives from the Fort Cavazos Lemonade Day, a program that teaches young professionals business skills. From gathering resources to start a business, to day-to-day operations, tune in to learn how Lemonade Day makes things at The Great Place sweeter for aspiring youth. Contact us: SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Fil...
Jan 27, 2025•22 min•Ep. 73
On this week’s episode, the team goes on location with Soldiers from the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, as they conduct their Mortar Training and Evaluation Program. Tune in to see how these soldiers conduct various tables of MORTEP, build their team and conduct fire missions. Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal ...
Jan 20, 2025•16 min•Ep. 72
On this week’s episode, the team sits down with two Education Services Specialists with the Fort Cavazos Education Services Office to discuss the changes to Tuition Assistance and Credentialing for 2025. Tune in to hear about all these changes and learn about the other services that the office provides! Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Met...
Jan 13, 2025•27 min•Ep. 71
Welcome back to the Great Big Podcast! We have welcomed the arrival of 2025 and farewelled 2024. Tune in to this first episode of the new year to hear a message from our Garrison Commander, Col. Lakicia Stokes, and sit down with Sam and Eric as they reflect on the highlights of 2024 at The Great Place. Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Meta...
Jan 06, 2025•25 min•Ep. 70
For the final podcast of 2024, the team goes on location at Fort Cavazos Fire Department Station 1 to speak with two fire inspectors about winter safety tips. From your home to your car, tune in to see how you can make this holiday season merry, bright and safe! Happy Holidays! We will see you next year! Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Me...
Dec 16, 2024•20 min•Ep. 69
The team goes on location at the winter wonderland of Nature in Lights at the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area to tour the more than five-mile holiday light attraction. Grab you a glass of hot cocoa and bundle up as we discuss one of the annual holiday traditions of The Great Place. The holiday light trail is open to the public nightly now through December 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 11m. Santa’s Village and Santa’s Depot are open nightly from Dec. 13th through the 24th during the trail’s open hou...
Dec 09, 2024•15 min•Ep. 68
The team goes on location for this week's episode, joining members of the Department of Emergency Services and Fort Cavazos Military Police to discuss holiday safety tips. From securing your vehicle, to the Home Watch Program, tune in to see how your holiday season can be safer! Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazosarmy All music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Delicious Alls...
Dec 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 67
The team goes on location for this week's episode, joining the 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team of the 1st Cavalry Division, as they conducted live fires with their M109 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer. Join a crew from Alpha Battery, 2-82 FA, as they conduct a fire mission and see how these Soldiers shape the fight by massing fires. Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: @fortcavazosarmy TWITTER: @fortcavazos...
Nov 25, 2024•16 min•Ep. 66
On this week's episode the team sits down with a representative from the Army Community Service Office to discuss financial readiness. Tune in to learn about the resources, tools and programs available for service members who are looking to better manage their finances, make a major purchase or are seeking ways to invest. For more information on the ACS financial management programs, visit https://cavazos.armymwr.com/programs/acs/financial-readiness . Show Notes: Nature In Lights: Fort Cavazos D...
Nov 18, 2024•25 min•Ep. 65
On this week's special Veterans Day episode, the team sits down with the commander of the only Veterans of Foreign Wars post on a military installation to discuss resources, tools and programs available for service members and veterans who call the Great Place home. Veterans Service Organizations do quite a bit for veterans, learn more about the VFW at www.vfw.org.Thank you to all those who have served our country. Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK: fortcavazosarmy INSTAGRAM: ...
Nov 11, 2024•29 min•Ep. 64
On this week's episode the team sits down with a representative from the United Service Organization Fort Cavazos to discuss the resources, tools and programs available for service members and veterans who call the Great Place home. USO Fort Cavazos is the largest USO in the world. From holiday parties to daily meals for service members, visit https://fortcavazos.uso.org/ to find out more about this center makes The Great Place even greater! Show Notes: The Fort Cavazos Religious Support Office,...
Nov 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 63
On this week's episode the team sits down with a representative from the Transition Assistance Program to discuss the resources, tools and programs available for service members who are preparing to transition from military to civilian life. This includes the Hiring Red, White & You Career Fair, scheduled for 10 a.m. on 6 Nov. at the Lonestar Conference Center. To find out more about the Fort Cavazos Transition Assistance Program and its resources, visit https://home.army.mil/cavazos/units-t...
Oct 28, 2024•21 min•Ep. 62
On this week's episode of the Great Big Podcast, the team sits down with a representative from the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program. Tune in to learn how the program helps military families enables overall readiness through a healthy household environment. Their benefits, workshops and other services are free, so be sure to visit https://cavazos.armymwr.com/programs/acs/family-advocacy . Show Notes: DFMWR hosts bingo for youths The Community Events and Bingo Center will host a “Gho...
Oct 21, 2024•25 min•Ep. 61
On this week's episode of the Great Big Podcast, the team sits down with two instructors from the Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and PMV Safety Campus. Tune in to listen to safety tips, recommendations on PPE and a how-to on enrolling into the two training courses offered here at the Great Place. Show Notes: North Clarke Gate TIF closes Be advised North Clarke Gate’s truck inspection facility will close Oct. 16 until December. It will relocate operations to South Clarke Gate at West Fort Cavazos. Road ...
Oct 14, 2024•32 min•Ep. 60
This week the crew of the Great Big Podcast sat down with Cavalry Family Housing and the Directorate of Emergency Services to discuss spooky season, their favorite candy and safety things to know when it comes to Halloween. Listen now to hear about all the upcoming events that Cavalry Family Housing is also hosting to celebrate all month long. Show Notes: Halloween celebration Trick or treating will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31 at Fort Cavazos. Contact us SUBMIT: FortCavazosPAO@gmail.com ...
Oct 07, 2024•26 min•Season 4Ep. 59
This week the crew of the Great Big Podcast sat down with representatives from Santa’s Workshop at the Great Place. They discussed what the organization does and how those interested in volunteering to support it can get involved. The deadline for families to sign up for support is October 15, tune in to find out more! Show Notes: Participate in military health assessment The Fort Cavazos Department of Public Health is conducting a comprehensive Community Strengths and Themes Assessment now thro...
Sep 30, 2024•20 min•Ep. 58
