Curious how women break barriers in the military? In this special episode of Dog Tag Diaries, host Captain Kim welcomes Phyllis J. Wilson, retired Chief Warrant Officer 5, Army intelligence leader, and president of the Military Women’s Memorial. Phyllis reveals how determination, resilience, and a bit of rebellious spirit led her from a childhood of tree climbing to leading 200,000 personnel and serving in over 35 countries. Hear insights on work-life balance with a blended family of eight children, first-hand experiences with gender bias, what it’s really like to be a woman in uniform, and why collecting and honoring military women’s stories matters now more than ever.

If you care about women veterans’ history, leadership, or want authentic military stories that inspire, this one’s for you. Tune in and discover why your story—and every woman’s story—counts.

Phyllis J. Wilson, MPA, BSN, RN

U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 (Retired) & President, Military Women’s Memorial

Phyllis J. Wilson is a retired Chief Warrant Officer 5 with 37 years of service in U.S. Army military intelligence, including leadership of over 200,000 personnel and an $8 billion budget. She has served in more than 35 countries and earned high honors including the Legion of Merit.

Now President of the Military Women’s Memorial, Phyllis continues to advocate for women in the armed forces. A Registered Nurse with multiple degrees and a certificate from Duke University, she also serves on several national military and veteran-focused boards.

She’s a decorated leader, dedicated advocate, and proud mother of eight and grandmother of sixteen.

Links and Resources:

• Website - Military Women’s Memorial
• Watch the Segment: Phyllis J. Wilson’s Fox News Appearance
• Adopt a Woman Veteran Project
• Military Women’s Memorial Podcast (in collaboration with Wreaths Across America radio)

How to REGISTER for the Military Women's Memorial - click here

Kim Liszka served in the United States Army/Reserves as a Combat Medic, Combat Nurse, Flight Nurse Instructor and one of the Top Female athletes in the Army. Kim worked 20+ years as an ER nurse and decided to explore the world as a travel nurse. She's an Advanced Wilderness Expedition Provider and Chief Medical Officer for numerous endurance/survival expeditions in different countries. Kim has a son, Jace and a daughter in law, Sammy and 2 grand animals, Joey & Bear. Her dog Camo is her best buddy. Camo is the sweetest yellow Labrador Retriever to walk this earth. He loves licking snow, riding the ocean waves, visiting carnivore food trucks and loves belly rubs and treats. Fun Facts: Kim's lived in the Reality TV World! Fear Factor, American Ninja Warrior-Military Edition, American Tarzan, Spartan Namibia and more to come!

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