#49-Dr Brad Burmeister, MD- Emergency Medicine-COVD-Essential Worker.  Brad dropped some knowledge bombs about medicine, science and COVID. It was so great to interview my friend and listen and learn to his world and what he sees on a daily basis.

Owners of Navy Paddles was on the podcast to discuss their amazing small business that has a huge impact on our military and veterans throughout the world.  Small Wisconsin Based Company from Fall Creek, WI. Naval Veteran Kyle Nyseth shared some of his military background and his transition.

UFC Fighter Sam Alvey was on the podcast talking about his upbringing in Waterford, WI and how he got into the UFC.  Sam gave us an in-depth look into life as a fighter and the tremendous amount of hard work that goes into being a fighter. Sam is a proud father of 5 children.  Sam's story is a testament that no matter how small your town is or how big the city you live in, you can make an impact on others and work hard to achieve your goals.

Tom Satterly grew up with humble beginnings in rural Indiana.  As a Green Beret in language school Tom was approached to try out for the US Military's most elite Special Operations unit, Delta Force. He made it through the toughest selection process in the military and spent the next 20 years in Delta. ​Tom was involved in the longest sustained firefight since Vietnam, the Battle of Mogadishu (Black Hawk Down) where he ran the Mogadishu Mile to safety. He was involved in the military's most important campaigns in Iraq, Afghanistan, Bosnia, South America, and Africa. ​Please Check out ALL Secure Foundation!  https://www.allsecuremission.com/our-foundation

My friend Rob Pincus was on the podcast. We talked about his humble beginnings and how he go to where he is now. He has over 30+ years within the firearms community and he proudly shares his story, thoughts, opinions and ideals.  We touched on so much more about training, concealed carry, military, politics, etc. Rob is a great guy doing incredible things around the country.  Rob and I met 3 years ago in Appleton, WI. I had the honor to learn a little bit from Rob and shoot with him.

Adam Holton was on the podcast to discus is book he is writing. The book is called Why They Served. It is about the Marines that served under his command while in Iraq.  Adam is a Wisconsin Native and talks candidly about how coaching is his passion and relates to being a leader in the military.  We also talk about his time at Annapolis and how that set him up for success while in the Marines and during his transition.  Adam was a great guest and I throughly loved our conversation. His book is available here: https://adamholton.wordpress.com

My friend Rob was on the podcast. We sat down and talk about pretty much everything under the sun about his service, transitioning, his coast guard rescue!  Rob served 10+ years Active Duty in the Army stationed all over the world and United States. He was a 88M Truck Driver NCO. Rob bring a great perspective to the veteran community and local community also. He is a funny guy who enjoys shooting guns and spending time with his family.

Ryan Baudhuin was on the podcast to talk about everything related to hunting, gathering, transitioning, family, and the Marine Corps. Ryan share so many amazing ideas and point of views that I have never heard before. He is a great talent with content creation and hunting.  I am honored to call him a friend. He truly found his passion after service and is using it to help our fellow veterans with their transition.

My gym friend Pierson Kohrell came on the podcast and we discussed in great lengths our current situation here in America. COVID has affected everything including our educational system. Pierson is a 4th-5th grade teacher and has a huge passion to help our youth.  Pierson and I also talked about BLM, Racism, Guns, Politics, Veganism, Etc. We do not fundamentally agree with each other, but we find a common ground and listen and build off of that.  The first step to solve any issue is to admit there is one. We have many serious issues that need to be solved in America.

K.P. Baneck was on the podcast talking about her amazing career in the Army Guard and her vast amount of experience.  She was apart of the first female Special Forces Selection and Assessment and was then selected to serve on an ODA in Afghanistan.  She also became a drill sergeant within in a year of returning from her deployment. She is a woman of conviction and she is motivating as hell. It was a absolute honor to have her on the podcast to share and inspire others.