Grab some coffee and enjoy this very candid interview with Sam Floyd. Owner of Operation Coffee. Sam and I talked about his origin story where he's from and how and why he joined the Marine Corps. We talked about his deployment to Afghanistan his and transition. We also talked about suicide and asking for help. Checking in on your buddies.  If you need to talk to someone or know a veteran that needs to talk to someone call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 Sam roasts coffee full time and his coffee is amazing!! Donating part of his profit to veteran organizations. Please check out https://shop.operationcoffee.com

Jon Winker was on the Podcast today. His story and what he's doing now is really impressive and I throughly enjoyed talking to Jon. We talked about his path into the military, deployment, and his passion project.  Jon was injured in Iraq, he got ran over by an MRAP. After 3 years he ended up losing his leg below his knee. But his story didn't end there. Jon started a Nonprofit for amputee veterans and they race cars with special modifications to assist them.  I am very impressed by Jon and his continuous mission to help veterans and his community.    https://www.resilienceracingfoundation.org

State Senator Roger Roth was on the podcast. We talked about his origin story and why he chose the Air Force. We also talked about the most influential leaders that helped him. We talked about his deployment to Iraq and what his job in the Air Force.  Senator Roth is still actively serving in the WI Air National Guard.  We also talked about some current legislation that he has either co-authored or authored.  It was a honor to have Senator Roth on the podcast and always great to have a candid conversation a fellow veteran.

I sat down with my favorite t-shirt wizard Greg Payne. Greg is a Marine Corps veteran and small business owner. We talked about his origin story and why he joined the Marines with his twin brother.  Greg is the owner of Silly Toast Designs in Appleton, WI. that specializes in custom screen printing apparel, embroidery, and many other different types of apparel or marketing material.  Greg shared his vision and his story with me and it was great to connect with Greg and really get to know him. Greg and I have become friends and business partners.

Mr. John Foss was on the podcast sharing is very interesting and illuminating origin story.  We covered his childhood, college, Military, Afghanistan, and his time with the NSA.  John joins former member Brenden Piper as one of the founders of Desert Veterans of Wisconsin- Fox Valley Chapter. John loves helping veterans and military. He also is a very caring father and husband.  As well as a business owner and house flipper.  John is a great role model for myself and other veterans that seek a great person to talk with and also just bullshit with. Glad I can call him a friend.

My friend and fellow Veteran Ella Hayat was on the Podcast.  Ella's story is one that deserves more time to share and I was so honored and humbled to share part of her story on my podcast.  Ella served her county of Israel for a few years and she has seen so many things in her life. Service is mandatory for all Israeli citizens. Ellas story opens our hearts and it forces us to focus on how lucky we are in America. Ella and I talked about the differences between volunteer service and mandatory service. We talked about the vast differences how Israel and the U.S. treats their veterans.  Ella shared her experiences of discrimination and racism while transitioning to America.  I wanted to showcase the similarities all veterans share regardless of what country we are from. Ella and I both share an enormous amount of patriotism.  This is the most powerful episode I have done yet. I hope you all enjoy this episode!

Sam Rogers was on the podcast sharing his origin story and some of his experiences in different roles while in the Army. We talked about some political issues and serious things going on in the MIL/Vet Community, especially the Afghanistan War.  Sam is Director of Concerned Veteran for America- Wisconsin. He is very passionate about working with both sides of the isle to help out military and veterans in many very impactful ways.  Sam was a great guest and has become a better friend. This was a fun episode. Enjoy!

I have my 2nd officer ever on the podcast! There was no officer speeches with my friend Nick. Nick and I deployed together to Iraq in 2009. Nick is an incredible leader with lots of experience. Him and dove into the life of an Army officer and I asked him some very serious and not so serious questions. We shared some personal stories about our mutual friend Tommy Wortham. Nick was a great guest and I hope he comes back on the podcast again soon so I can give him more shit for being an officer  All jokes aside, officers play a very important and at times difficult. I hope you all enjoy this episode.

Appleton Mayoral Candidate Dana Johnson. Dana brings his years of experience as a social worker and community member to the table while running for Mayor.  Dana and I sat down and talked about his origin story of where he’s from, education, personal life, his campaign, his obsession with Star Wars and Star Trek, and why he loves Appleton, WI.  I hope you all enjoy this episode! 🇺🇸

Eric Beach is running for Mayor of Appleton, WI and was on the Podcast sharing his experience in the Army and how it directly applies to the office of Mayor for Appleton, WI.  Eric spent 21 years total in the Army and deployed with the local 2-127th INF out of Appleton, WI. Eric and I talked about many facets of the military and how he plans to use it as mayor and to improve the city's infrastructure and other key areas to improve to continue to make Appleton a great city.