Fragout Podcast

Dropped some knowledge bombs with my friend Matt Burkhead — Marine Veteran, Iraq War Tanker (twice), and Loan Officer with MortgageNerds.com. We dug into his humble beginnings, including the time he lived in Japan during 7th and 8th grade, and then got into the VA Home Loan — busting myths, misconceptions, and highlighting why it's the best benefit for veterans to build long-term wealth. Matt's passion for educating veterans and service members is second to none, and this conversation was both fun and insightful.

Tracey Served 10 years in the US Navy as a Corpsman and traveled the world on various deployments and ports. She was stationed in Bethesda, Maryland working at the National Naval Medical Center on 9/11. She is now the Public Affairs Officer for Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association WI 45-3. This group is doing amazing things for veterans around Wisconsin and Northeastern, WI! September 6th they have an awareness ride.

Called all my Wisconsin Congressman and Women, and Senators to express my overwhelming disappointment and disapproval for the Public Land Sell Off Bill that was introduced by Senator Mike Lee of Utah. Call your reps!

In this episode I called every Wisconsin Senator and Congressman and Woman to voice my disapproval for Senator Mike Lee's Bill. I even called Mike Lee's office, his phones were off, big surprise.

I sat down with some of my favorite duck hunters and guides from the Horicon Marsh Veterans Hunt — Mike Vandervest, Michael Koerber, and Dan Riese. We went two hours non-stop talking duck and waterfowl hunting, swapping stories, roasting each other, and sipping whiskey in honor of The Duck Commander himself, Phil Robertson. These three guys helped me fall in love with duck hunting — grateful for the laughs, the lessons, and the good times.

Great podcast with Josh Schoemann for Governor Josh was previously on the podcast. He is an Iraq war veteran was apart of the invasion and is Washington County Executive. Josh is campaigning for Governor of Wisconsin. We have so much love and appreciation for this state. We love small diners for breakfast, hunting, and our veterans. I don't do much about politics but this was more about getting to know him as a potential governor. Lots of fun and laughs

I called some fellow veterans to ask them how they celebrate and what Memorial Day means to them. Memorial Day 2025 Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything for this nation. Their sacrifice is the foundation of our freedom. To all veterans, families, and supporters of the Fragout Podcast—thank you for standing with us as we remember the fallen and carry forward their legacy with purpose, unity, and respect. Never forgotten. Always honored.

Incredible Podcast with my friend Brett Schaal. Brett served 8 years in the Marines. He did 2 tours in Iraq and was in the first fight for Fallujah and was there for the Flour Factory incident. He served with 2/7 Marines. He share his upbrining and path into the Marines and transition. Brett and I went to UW- Whitewater together and sat next to each other in English class. Brett is one of the most humble and hard working friends I know. He's not one to boast about his service so I am doing it for him. He also recently bought a Traeger! On December 1, 2005, in Fallujah, Iraq, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines lost ten Marines in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack. The fallen Marines were: Lance Cpl. John M. Holmason, Staff Sgt. Daniel J. Clay, Lance Cpl. David A. Huhn, Lance Cpl. Adam W. Kaiser, Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez, Cpl.Anthony T. McElveen, Lance Cpl. Scott T. Modeen, Lance Cpl. Andrew G. Patten, Sgt. Andy A. Stevens, and Lance Cpl. Craig N. Watson

Incredible podcast with My British Family My sister Tanya her kids Ryan and Alexa. We did a nice podcast about the story of finding each other through DNA testing. I've grown up knowning nothing about my father and I've only had 1 picture of him. Tanya has provided 50+ more pictures and tons of stories ans facts about my dad. It's been something I've always wondered about my whole life. We both knew each other exist but didn't have full names or updated information. I've spent the last 11 days with them taking them all over Wisconsin.

Chance Wadsworth- 2 Time World Live Goose Calling Champion. Owner of Quill Creek Calls and Nuclear Chemist. Chance is an avid Goose and Duck Hunter. We shared a great hunt last September. He taught me how to Goose Call and is always helping me. We also spent time together in Salt Lake City Utah at Western Hunt Expo. This was a great episode because we got to talk about waterfowl hunting, work ethic, and mentoring others.