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SE6 #232 Brett Schaal-Iraq War Veteran-Fallujah-Marine Corps

Fragout Podcast

Release Date: 04/28/2025

SE7 #243 Rick Crosson- 8th Congressional Candiate show art SE7 #243 Rick Crosson- 8th Congressional Candiate

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Great podcast with my new friend Rick Crosson. Rick is a retired LT. Colonel running for congress for the 8th Congressional district in Wisconsin. Rick and I talked about his 20 years of service in the Army and how he decided to run for congress. This was fun and light hearted. Politics are not our usual type of content but this was just about his vision and mission.

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SE7 #242 Michael SE7 #242 Michael "Big Drill" Fletcher- Drill Sergeant- OG Iraq Veteran-Afghanistan

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My Senior Drill Sergeant from Infantry School Michael Fletcher, drove all the way up from South Carolina for a podcast and to chase some geese with me. Exactly 19 years ago, I graduated Infantry School on Sand Hill, Fort Benning, GA. Sitting down with him again after all these years was surreal—fun, emotional, and a full-circle moment. We talked about my time at Sand Hill, deployments, and even had surprise messages from guys who graduated with me.   This podcast means alot to me to share with the world. I've had alot of great mentors but Mike really established a great foudation...

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Surprised a very deserving veteran with a free elite OnX Membership and I shared my thoughts and feeling about veterans day. Have a great Veterans Day be safe and have fun.  

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SE7 #240 Tom Farley show art SE7 #240 Tom Farley

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We caught up on all his travels for work and talked about his ongoing recovery journey. The conversation went in all directions—from sandhill crane hunts to hog hunting and everything in between. Got an update on the biopic about his brother Chris.  After recording, we grabbed lunch at The Mad Apple Burger & Billiard and shot a few games of pool… which confirmed that neither of us will be joining a pro league anytime soon. Thanks for the great day, brother!                 

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SE7 #239 Dan NewBerry- Part 3- Redemption show art SE7 #239 Dan NewBerry- Part 3- Redemption

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Part 3 - Dan is an Iraq War veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and one of the most selfless people I’ve ever met. After serving his country, he dedicated his life to helping veterans — opening two gyms, creating jobs, and giving others a place to belong. But in the process, he lost everything: his house, his car, his relationship, and his sense of self. Dan hit rock bottom and spent 30 days at the Milwaukee VA Domiciliary. That time changed everything. Today, he’s rebuilding his life — working as a personal security guard, back in the gym, and rediscovering who he is beyond the...

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SE6 #238 Matt Burkhead- Marine Corps- Iraq Veteran- VA Home Loan show art SE6 #238 Matt Burkhead- Marine Corps- Iraq Veteran- VA Home Loan

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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.    

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SE6 #237 Tracey Gay- Navy Veteran- Corpsman- CVMA 45-3  show art SE6 #237 Tracey Gay- Navy Veteran- Corpsman- CVMA 45-3

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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.    

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SE6 #236 Public Lands Sell Off Calls- NOT ONE ACRE show art SE6 #236 Public Lands Sell Off Calls- NOT ONE ACRE

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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! 

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SE6 #235 Horicon Marsh Veterans Hunt Guides  show art SE6 #235 Horicon Marsh Veterans Hunt Guides

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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.

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SE6 #234 Josh Schoemann For Governor of Wisconsin  show art SE6 #234 Josh Schoemann For Governor of Wisconsin

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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

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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