The AHRN Minute Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-ahrn-minute The AHRN Minute provides concise, one-minute insights to help the military community stay informed and prepared. Each episode covers timely topics like BAH rate updates, PCS tips, military-focused events, and stories that matter to service members and their families. Built from the same trusted content behind the AHRN blog, this podcast is your fast, no-fluff way to get the information you need as you navigate military life. Whether you’re gearing up for a PCS, exploring housing options, or just want to stay in the know, The AHRN Minute keeps it simple and relevant. When it’s time to find your next home, AHRN.com is here to help you connect with military-friendly listings and trusted VA loan resources, all in one place. © 2026 AHRN.com 2dfae630-c35a-59dc-b336-2cff4a5b8e86 yes en Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:30:04 -0500 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:31:22 -0500 https://img.transistorcdn.com/CuH8e67spQlx2Kauv92s4PIQaQbmaltjUKH3RA0neVc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85NmYz/OWM1Zjg0YzFiN2Zk/OWQ3ZWJmZWRjOWZk/NjExYi5wbmc.jpg The AHRN Minute episodic AHRN.com The AHRN Minute provides concise, one-minute insights to help the military community stay informed and prepared. Each episode covers timely topics like BAH rate updates, PCS tips, military-focused events, and stories that matter to service members and their families. Built from the same trusted content behind the AHRN blog, this podcast is your fast, no-fluff way to get the information you need as you navigate military life. Whether you’re gearing up for a PCS, exploring housing options, or just want to stay in the know, The AHRN Minute keeps it simple and relevant. When it’s time to find your next home, AHRN.com is here to help you connect with military-friendly listings and trusted VA loan resources, all in one place. The AHRN Minute provides concise, one-minute insights to help the military community stay informed and prepared. AHRN.com No No How to Explain Your MOS to a Civilian in 30 Seconds 12 12 How to Explain Your MOS to a Civilian in 30 Seconds full 47a10cc2-5d11-4be4-ab86-7fcad10dc7d5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/90a1a705 This episode breaks down how service members can explain their military experience in a way civilians actually understand. It focuses on translating your MOS into plain language, highlighting the mission behind your role, and showing impact through clear results and metrics. Learn how to shift from military terms to civilian-ready language so your experience is easy to communicate in interviews, resumes, and everyday conversations.

]]> This episode breaks down how service members can explain their military experience in a way civilians actually understand. It focuses on translating your MOS into plain language, highlighting the mission behind your role, and showing impact through clear results and metrics. Learn how to shift from military terms to civilian-ready language so your experience is easy to communicate in interviews, resumes, and everyday conversations.

]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:30:00 -0500 AHRN.com AHRN.com 62 This episode breaks down how service members can explain their military experience in a way civilians actually understand. It focuses on translating your MOS into plain language, highlighting the mission behind your role, and showing impact through clear results and metrics. Learn how to shift from military terms to civilian-ready language so your experience is easy to communicate in interviews, resumes, and everyday conversations.

]]> No What Is Space-A Travel? 11 11 What Is Space-A Travel? full b3eb67a7-2ece-4251-80c7-769b290867fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/f98fab3d Space-Available travel, or Space-A, can help service members and their families save on flights by using empty seats on military aircraft. This episode explains who is eligible, how to check flight schedules, and what it means to fly standby. Learn how to plan ahead and make the most of this military travel benefit.

]]> Space-Available travel, or Space-A, can help service members and their families save on flights by using empty seats on military aircraft. This episode explains who is eligible, how to check flight schedules, and what it means to fly standby. Learn how to plan ahead and make the most of this military travel benefit.

]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:30:00 -0500 AHRN.com AHRN.com 60 Space-Available travel, or Space-A, can help service members and their families save on flights by using empty seats on military aircraft. This episode explains who is eligible, how to check flight schedules, and what it means to fly standby. Learn how to plan ahead and make the most of this military travel benefit.

]]> No Why Certifications Matter After Service 10 10 Why Certifications Matter After Service full de340d08-ebf4-4167-8ce7-aedd3d3538c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7fcc67a2 Certifications help translate military experience into civilian careers, but not every service member knows how valuable they can be. This episode explains why certifications matter, how they help employers recognize your skills, and how they can open doors to new opportunities after service.

]]> Certifications help translate military experience into civilian careers, but not every service member knows how valuable they can be. This episode explains why certifications matter, how they help employers recognize your skills, and how they can open doors to new opportunities after service.

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:30:00 -0500 AHRN.com AHRN.com 54 Certifications help translate military experience into civilian careers, but not every service member knows how valuable they can be. This episode explains why certifications matter, how they help employers recognize your skills, and how they can open doors to new opportunities after service.

]]> No Inside AHRN’s 2026 PCS Toolkit 9 9 Inside AHRN’s 2026 PCS Toolkit full bc500fb3-a80b-4bf3-a847-5b6834c7b0ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5a00376 PCS moves are more than just packing and relocating. They are a major transition for service members and their families. This episode highlights AHRN’s 2026 PCS Toolkit and the updates designed to make planning your move easier and more manageable.

Learn more and access the downloadable toolkit at https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-toolkit-updates/. 

]]> PCS moves are more than just packing and relocating. They are a major transition for service members and their families. This episode highlights AHRN’s 2026 PCS Toolkit and the updates designed to make planning your move easier and more manageable.

Learn more and access the downloadable toolkit at https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-toolkit-updates/. 

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:30:00 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 52 PCS moves are more than just packing and relocating. They are a major transition for service members and their families. This episode highlights AHRN’s 2026 PCS Toolkit and the updates designed to make planning your move easier and more manageable.

Learn more and access the downloadable toolkit at https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-toolkit-updates/. 

]]> No What the GI Bill Doesn’t Cover 8 8 What the GI Bill Doesn’t Cover full 7da64ff2-3d5a-43ef-997b-51d3d97a66cc https://share.transistor.fm/s/d07ef950 The GI Bill is an incredible benefit, but it doesn’t cover everything. This episode breaks down what the Post-9/11 GI Bill pays for and what it doesn’t, including housing, fees, books, certifications, and everyday living expenses. Learn how to plan ahead so you can make the most of your benefits and avoid unexpected costs.

]]> The GI Bill is an incredible benefit, but it doesn’t cover everything. This episode breaks down what the Post-9/11 GI Bill pays for and what it doesn’t, including housing, fees, books, certifications, and everyday living expenses. Learn how to plan ahead so you can make the most of your benefits and avoid unexpected costs.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:30:00 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 62 The GI Bill is an incredible benefit, but it doesn’t cover everything. This episode breaks down what the Post-9/11 GI Bill pays for and what it doesn’t, including housing, fees, books, certifications, and everyday living expenses. Learn how to plan ahead so you can make the most of your benefits and avoid unexpected costs.

]]> No Managing Your Business During a PCS Move 7 7 Managing Your Business During a PCS Move full a6bdde10-91d5-4806-b695-d6c130be010d https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d0db3f3 Running a business during a PCS adds another layer to an already complex move. This episode breaks down practical steps to help service members and families relocate a business smoothly, including staying compliant with state requirements, updating business information, protecting inventory, and building new local connections. Learn how a little preparation can keep your operations moving right alongside your PCS.

]]> Running a business during a PCS adds another layer to an already complex move. This episode breaks down practical steps to help service members and families relocate a business smoothly, including staying compliant with state requirements, updating business information, protecting inventory, and building new local connections. Learn how a little preparation can keep your operations moving right alongside your PCS.

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:30:00 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 66 Running a business during a PCS adds another layer to an already complex move. This episode breaks down practical steps to help service members and families relocate a business smoothly, including staying compliant with state requirements, updating business information, protecting inventory, and building new local connections. Learn how a little preparation can keep your operations moving right alongside your PCS.

]]> No Celebrating Valentine’s Day During Deployment 6 6 Celebrating Valentine’s Day During Deployment full 485a9f18-fc5d-4169-ab8e-f6bad5a3602a https://share.transistor.fm/s/34696368 Valentine’s Day can be challenging when military life keeps couples apart. This episode shares simple, meaningful ways service members and their partners can stay connected during deployment or duty, even across the distance.

]]> Valentine’s Day can be challenging when military life keeps couples apart. This episode shares simple, meaningful ways service members and their partners can stay connected during deployment or duty, even across the distance.

]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:30:00 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 59 Valentine’s Day can be challenging when military life keeps couples apart. This episode shares simple, meaningful ways service members and their partners can stay connected during deployment or duty, even across the distance.

]]> No Should You SkillBridge? Three Questions to Ask First 5 5 Should You SkillBridge? Three Questions to Ask First full ea265de7-442d-472a-b1ff-95bd2d71663d https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a9746d8 SkillBridge can be a valuable transition opportunity, but may not be the right fit for everyone. This episode breaks down what SkillBridge is and shares three questions service members should ask before deciding if a program supports their post service goals.

]]> SkillBridge can be a valuable transition opportunity, but may not be the right fit for everyone. This episode breaks down what SkillBridge is and shares three questions service members should ask before deciding if a program supports their post service goals.

]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:30:00 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 54 SkillBridge can be a valuable transition opportunity, but may not be the right fit for everyone. This episode breaks down what SkillBridge is and shares three questions service members should ask before deciding if a program supports their post service goals.

]]> No SCRA Lease Termination: What You Need to Know for Your PCS 4 4 SCRA Lease Termination: What You Need to Know for Your PCS full ce30052a-8798-48b6-b7ce-5106ceb8c392 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c7fd7dd PCS moves come with a lot of details to manage, and understanding your lease rights can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down how the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protects you when terminating rental and vehicle leases during a PCS. Learn what notice to give, how to protect your security deposit, and where to find support.

]]> PCS moves come with a lot of details to manage, and understanding your lease rights can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down how the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protects you when terminating rental and vehicle leases during a PCS. Learn what notice to give, how to protect your security deposit, and where to find support.

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:28:58 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 59 PCS moves come with a lot of details to manage, and understanding your lease rights can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down how the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protects you when terminating rental and vehicle leases during a PCS. Learn what notice to give, how to protect your security deposit, and where to find support.

]]> No Buy or Rent? 6 Questions for Military Housing Decisions 3 3 Buy or Rent? 6 Questions for Military Housing Decisions full 16f56b2f-deac-4360-8e4d-1783274a8757 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dbab48ef Deciding whether to buy or rent at your next duty station can feel overwhelming. This episode breaks down six key questions every service member should ask before making a housing decision. From financial readiness to lifestyle fit, get practical insights to help you choose the best option for your next move.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/6-questions-to-ask-yourself-to-help-decide-to-buy-or-rent/

]]> Deciding whether to buy or rent at your next duty station can feel overwhelming. This episode breaks down six key questions every service member should ask before making a housing decision. From financial readiness to lifestyle fit, get practical insights to help you choose the best option for your next move.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/6-questions-to-ask-yourself-to-help-decide-to-buy-or-rent/

]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:47:34 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 86 Deciding whether to buy or rent at your next duty station can feel overwhelming. This episode breaks down six key questions every service member should ask before making a housing decision. From financial readiness to lifestyle fit, get practical insights to help you choose the best option for your next move.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/6-questions-to-ask-yourself-to-help-decide-to-buy-or-rent/

]]> No Moving Orders? Know Your PCS Entitlements 2 2 Moving Orders? Know Your PCS Entitlements full c14574d5-b0ab-4bb4-8c73-8b6c0c3bee5b https://share.transistor.fm/s/bdb03b12 PCS moves come with a lot of moving parts and knowing your entitlements ahead of time can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down key PCS entitlements, including Dislocation Allowance, temporary lodging benefits, per diem, mileage reimbursement, and personally procured moves, so you know what to expect before you relocate.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-entitlements/

]]> PCS moves come with a lot of moving parts and knowing your entitlements ahead of time can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down key PCS entitlements, including Dislocation Allowance, temporary lodging benefits, per diem, mileage reimbursement, and personally procured moves, so you know what to expect before you relocate.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-entitlements/

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:07:52 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 65 PCS moves come with a lot of moving parts and knowing your entitlements ahead of time can make the process smoother. This episode breaks down key PCS entitlements, including Dislocation Allowance, temporary lodging benefits, per diem, mileage reimbursement, and personally procured moves, so you know what to expect before you relocate.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/pcs-entitlements/

]]> No New Year, New BAH: Why It’s Time to Check Your Rate 1 1 New Year, New BAH: Why It’s Time to Check Your Rate full a6dcd48f-0367-4a40-ad29-656ca3e7c81c https://share.transistor.fm/s/08836834 BAH rates have updated for the new year. This quick reminder covers what to know about the latest changes, why rates don’t always move with rent, and why checking your current BAH now can help avoid surprises later, especially during a PCS or lease renewal.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/military-bah-rates/

]]> BAH rates have updated for the new year. This quick reminder covers what to know about the latest changes, why rates don’t always move with rent, and why checking your current BAH now can help avoid surprises later, especially during a PCS or lease renewal.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/military-bah-rates/

]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:52:25 -0600 AHRN.com AHRN.com 67 BAH rates have updated for the new year. This quick reminder covers what to know about the latest changes, why rates don’t always move with rent, and why checking your current BAH now can help avoid surprises later, especially during a PCS or lease renewal.

Read more at: https://blog.ahrn.com/military-bah-rates/

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