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Late For Changeover is the podcast for anyone who’s ever rolled into guard mount a few minutes late but still got the job done—with a story to tell. Hosted by veterans Marty Smith, Eric “Mr. History” Piarrot, Jake Wall, Ana Mondragon, and rotating guests, this weekly show blends military humor, historical deep dives, space-force-level absurdity, and off-the-rails banter. It’s smart, sharp, and just unhinged enough to keep you coming back. From billion-dollar rocket launches to confederate statue debates, every episode serves up irreverent takes from people who’ve been there, done that, and still remember their shift-change stories. ”Swearing In” is a special interview series from Late For Changeover that explores the moment everything changed: the decision to raise your right hand. Through intimate, one-on-one conversations, each episode dives into the personal stories behind enlistment, capturing the motivations, fears, and defining moments that led individuals to military service. From first-generation soldiers to second-chance enlistees, Swearing In honors the deeply human side of the uniform, offering listeners a raw, reflective look at where the journey really begins. Late For Changeover isn’t just jokes and jargon. Beneath the laughs are reflections on identity, transition, leadership, and what it means to serve—and then move on. Whether you’re a vet, an active-duty listener, or just someone who loves to laugh at acronyms and unpack the weirdness of bureaucracy, you’ll feel right at home. No branch is spared, no topic is off limits, and no one escapes a roast—especially the hosts. Hit subscribe, and join the formation. Just don’t be late. And be sure to join the fun on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrzPMzqLMg05QK9B2tpO4NA
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Friday Jun 09, 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
My guest today is Army MAJ (Ret) Annette Whittenberger. Annette grew up in Simi Valley, CA, and graduated from La Reina High School in 1994. After attending Community College for a year, she attended Arizona State University and joined their R.O.T.C. program. In 1999, she graduated with a BA in Psychology and was commissioned as a 2LT in the Chemical Corps. She attended Officer Basic Course at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. Her first assignment was to the 16th Corps Support Group in Hanau, Germany as the BDE Chemical Officer. In 2003, she returned to Ft. Leonard Wood for the Officer Advanced Course. After being promoted to Captain, she was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division at Ft. Hood, TX. She took command of Headquarters Headquarters Battalion (HHBN) and, in 2005, deployed to Camp Liberty, Iraq for 12 months. After returning to Ft. Hood, she again deployed in 2008 to Afghanistan as part of Task Force Duke.
In 2010, after being promoted to Major, she was selected for in-residence Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. In 2011, she was assigned to Ft. Bliss, TX, as the 1st ID, Division Assistantt CHEMO, and eventually a Battalion XO. In 2014, she was assigned to JRTC G3 at Ft. Polk, LA.
Annette retired from the Army on Nov 1st, 2016.
Annette currently runs “A Wild Ride Called Life, LLC” (https://www.awildridecalledlife.com/). She has written a book entitled, “The Wall Between Two Lives”, and has recently become an independent music artist (https://www.theannwhittmusic.com/home-page?fbclid=IwAR3ZPIiWD3GQAhHso6ZP8gYmV3WVAXVVsl9ubLlyGNuzCqZOn39WbSVMj6M#contact)
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