Fragout Podcast

Deedra Irwin 2022 Winter Olympian, National Guard service member, and Wisconsin Native. Deedra came on the podcast today to talk about going to the Olympics, her training, the media, her famous bowl of cake, and so much more! Deedra is an incredible athlete and ambassador to our MIL/Vet community. She shared her passion to encourage and empower young girls and other women to pursue their goals and...

Katie Sweeney CEO of AIME Association of Independent Mortgage Experts and on the board of directors for VettedVa. Came on the podcast to talk about their advocacy and the VA Home Loan program and how they are dedicated to educate realtors, lenders, and the community. The VA Home loan is the best program out there but theres a lot of misconceptions and discrimination towards it. This is a very educ...

Jesse Cuff- Afghanistan War veteran and Waupaca County Veteran Service Officer came back on for his 3rd podcast with me. We talked about pretty much everything under the Sun. politics, policing, COVID, veterans, etc.

Ashley Smits Air Force Veteran and Founder of the Manitowoc County Veterans facebook group which is doing amazing things. Ashley shared her brutally honest opinion about being a female service member and being a single mom on Active duty in Germany. Ashley served 8 years and did a 6 month CONUS mission with US Centcom. She shared alot very personal stories and experiences with the hope to encourag...

Dale Kooyenga Wisconsin State Senator and actively serving officer in Army Reserves. Dale is a Iraq war veteran. Dale came on the podcast to talk about his experiences, stories, and some amazing things he's apart of. He is incharge of the new "Monuments Men/Women" that direct commissions individuals that are subject matter experts in Art, Energy, foreign language, etc. He is also behind the amazin...

Jon Bornemann was on the podcast today. Jon has spent total 22 years in the Army and is still serving. His first 7 year was with 10th and 5th Special Forces Group as an Intel guy. He also spent 20 years in law enforcement. Jon facilitates an amazing program called Reboot Recovery for veterans, first responders, and there are course for everyone else. Jon share his story and experiences today with...

Cody Krepline was on the podcast today. 2 deployments to Iraq and 1 to Afghanistan. Cody and I deep dived into his extremely personal story and experiences. He talked about his addictions and his 4 separate suicide attempts. He is an avid hunter and loves to fish. This was the second time he's ever share his story. It was deeply emotional and healing for Cody and myself. Your story is yours, and t...

Today on the podcast Tyler Reilly and I called 5 veterans in Wisconsin and throughout the country and gave away 6 sets of tires apart of the Wheel For Warriors program. https://www.wheelsforwarriors.com

Nathan Martin joined me on the podcast today! Nate served 4 years Active duty as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Fort Knox. He shared his story and his experiences with his service, transitioning, and our shared love for coffee. Nate wasn't treated the best by fellow veterans or civilians cause he never deployed. Nate is a dedicated father and husband and owns Bearded Veteran Wood Works.

Veterans don't miss this chance at small business training, mentors and cash for your business! Are you a Veteran who owns a small business? Are you a Veteran with an idea for a business? Yes? Then apply to be part of the Innovation Accelerator for Veterans Program at Fox Valley Technical College. This entrepreneur and small business training immerses you in the process of business model design an...

Founder/CEO of Tri-Bolt Defense David Marrero was on the podcast. 13+ years and still serving in the Army Reserves as a Human Intelligence Collection Officer. He's an Iraq War veteran and did some Contracting work in Afghanistan. David has a great story, grew up in Milwaukee, had a band and then ended up in the Army. His company empowers veterans and has a passion to hire veterans. Our conversatio...

Loison Kast came on the podcast today. 2 tours- 1 in Kuwait and 1 in Iraq. Served 20 years in the Wisconsin Army Guard. Loison shared his very personal and private story and many of things we talked about he hasn't even thought about in many years. He also shared a very personal story about a lie he told for 13 years and owned it. Loison is an incredible veteran because of how he has owned his pas...

Chad Stillman Former SWAT Operator/Sniper- Law Enforcement/FBI Task Force member. Chad came on and he shared his very personal and emotional experience as a police officer. We also talked about the day that changed his life and families. Chad talked about his PTSD and how he finds therapy and positive outlets elsewhere. We also talk about finding Empathy and how to harness that into everyday life....

Founder Paul House and his friends Warren and Jeff were on the podcast today. House in The Woods is a nonprofit located in Maine that helps facilitate Bear hunts, Moose Hunts, fishing, and much more. Paul is a gold star father, his son was killed in Iraq. He founded this organization in honor of his son and all those who didn't make it home. This was a emotional, educational, and fun podcast.

Adam Howarth Iraq War veteran- Combat Medic came on the podcast. We talked in depth about his amazing life before the military. We talked about his time in Iraq that greatly affected him and emotional stories about loosing teammates. His transition and his awesome podcast called Fight Or Die Podcast. Adam is phenomenal veteran ambassador for Wisconsin.

Kyle Arneson is a Marine Corps Veteran and the found of Objective Veteran Smile. A Wisconsin Nonprofit that is assisting veterans with dental services. Dental services are the second most requested service in the VA and most do not qualify for those services.

Adam Alexander- Afghanistan/Army Veteran. Adam served in Civil Affairs and work along side Special Forces ODA while deployed. Adam was shot in the head and lost the usage of his right eye. Adam's story is incredible, inspiring, and humbling.

Bryan Simmons came on the podcast to talk about his passion of helping local businesses with his company Rely Local North & West Greater Milwaukee Areas. We shared some ideas and concepts that hinder businesses and veteran orgs. He has a massive heart and loves to connect to others. Lots of fun! https://www.relylocal.com/north-mke-area-counties

Custom-made, heirloom-quality furniture is more available than you think. Louis VandeHey, over at Willow Tree Woodworking, custom-builds high-quality, handmade furniture that will stand the test of time, right here in Northeast Wisconsin. Weather you're looking for something special to fit a unique space, a piece that you can pass down some day, or that statement piece of furniture to put in your...

Jeff Hein was on the podcast today! Served 20 years as an Infantryman. Retired as a First Sergeant. Deployed to Bosnia twice, Korea, and Operation Desert Shield. He served as County Veteran Service Officer for Taylor County Wisconsin for 6 years. He is also a new author of fictional book called The Cimbri Appear.

Josh Schoemann OG Iraq Veteran and current Washington County, WI County Executive came on the podcast today! Josh and I had a very relaxed podcast about veterans community, professional development, stolen valor, bow hunting, and much more.

Veterans Day Podcast with former Green Beret Greg Stube. Spent 20+ years by in Special Forces. We talked about life, combat, injuries, veteran community, etc. Greg is an avid fisherman and hunter.

Matt Swanson and I had a great podcast on the Marine Corps birthday last week. Matt was apart of the invasion into Iraq in 2003 and was General Mattis's Driver. Matt has some amazing stories and experiences and it was an honor to meet him and collaborate with him.

Duwayne Schwartz on the podcast today to talk about his Nonprofit Operation K9 Hero. His organization takes therapy dogs to firehouses, police depts, and many other places to provide and positive outlet. Duwayne has been a firefighter/ paramedic for 22 years. This was a great podcast centered around mental health.