Fragout Podcast

Jesse Cuff came back on for his second podcast and we talked about so many things. COVID, Mask Mandates, Afghanistan, politics, personal life, etc. we also talked some about the veteran community. So great to catch up with you buddy! #podcast #VeteranAdvocacy

Director of Concerned Veterans For America-Wisconsin Sam Rogers came back on for another podcast about The End of the Afghanistan War. Sam was previously on the podcast, episode 23. There is a great story about those Angry Birds Grenades that Sam shares on this episode.

Great Podcast with Jason Young- Marine & Army Veteran- Iraq veteran. He spend most of his time as an Embassy Guard in Guatemala and Kazakhstan. Jason bring a unique perspective to the MIL/Vet community. He was honest and shared hard facts and truths. Jason is the Owner/President/CEO of 3Up Metal Works they do custom metal fabrication. Please check them out https://www.3upmetalworks.com

100th Podcast! D-Day/ WWII Veteran Bill Pekrul. Bill was on the 2nd Wave of the Normandy Beach invasion. He landed on Omaha Beach Dog Red. Bill fought in 4 different countries during tour, including Battle of The Bulge. He encountered Nazi Work Camps with Jews and other prisoners. Bill was awarded 2 bronze stars and a silver star amongst other commendations and foreign awards. Bill will be 96 years old in December. This episode will be available August 2nd. Massive thanks to War Memorial Center for letting use the space and introducing me to Bill.

Retired Captain Jason Church- Army/ Afghanistan Veteran was on the podcast today. Jason shared his humble beginnings from his time at UW- La Crosse and ROTC. His time at Wisconsin Dept of Veterans Affairs. We talked about his time at Ranger School. He shared his deployment to Afghanistan and loosing both of his legs to a daisy chained IED. Jason and talked in-depth about woke society and being grateful for what we have. Jason is a highly educated, experienced, tested leader. Top notch ambassador to the MIL/Vet community.

Wisconsin DAV State Commander/ Iraq and Afghanistan Veteran Matt Kempainen was on the podcast. Matt shared his story about his service, personal struggles, the veteran community, and the awesome work the DAV does around Wisconsin and the nation. Matt is a phenomenal veteran advocate and community member.

Great episode today with Mark Provencher. Mark retired after 22 years as a Marine. He is also a Iraq and Afghanistan Veteran. Very passionate veteran advocate and currently works for the Wisconsin Dept of Veteran Affairs- Veteran Outreach and Recovery Program. Mark shared his story today. Highs and lows that he has experienced and how he uses that to help others. Mark is a fantastic ambassador and mentor in the MIL/Vet community.

Tech For Troops President/ Executive Director Mark Casper came on the podcast. We spoke about his service in the Marines as a "Hawk" missile operator, veteran homelessness, The Matrix, transitioning, and Technology. Phenomenal podcast about how they are getting computers to veterans with an emphasis on rural veterans. I was honored to meet Mark.

Paul Northway President/CEO of American National Bank in Appleton, WI. Paul came on and we talked about banking, bank robberies, COVID, leadership, and dealing with change. Paul is a great leader and his vision, ethics, and passion are refreshing it's great to have him in our community. He likes to see others succeed.

Dan Buttery CEO/President of the Milwaukee War Memorial. Dan is an OG Iraq Veteran and founder and former president of the Fisher House in Milwaukee. Dan was also Assistant Deputy of the Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs. Former Commander of 724th Engineer Co. Wisconsin Army National Guard. Just an absolute great veteran advocate. It was a great time talking about resiliency, Wisconsin history, the war memorial and so much more!