Episodes

  • SE7 #250 Eric Jansen- Balanced Veteran Network- Innovative Therapies

    SE7 #250 Eric Jansen- Balanced Veteran Network- Innovative Therapies
    May 11 2026
    My friend Eric Jansen Government Affairs Coordinator for Balanced Veterans Network. Eric took the time to walk me through current legislation focused on removing barriers for veterans to access Innovative Therapies. That's the term being used now but we know what we're talking about.. Psychedelics. Eric isn't just talking about it, he's in Washington doing the work. Lobbying. Networking. Advocating at a high level. Pushing to cut through the red tape that's been holding veterans back from the full spectrum of care they've earned. We shouldn't need permission to heal. This isn't theory. It's backed by top tier research and real data. The results speak for themselves. Innovative Therapies are showing real impact for veterans dealing with PTSD, TBI, depression, Parkinson's, anxiety, and more. If you're not paying attention to this space yet, you should be. Download the BVN App, available on all platforms, and see what's being built. BVN.vet
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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • SE7 #249 Jeremy Cate- Iraq War Veteran

    SE7 #249 Jeremy Cate- Iraq War Veteran
    Apr 26 2026
    Jeremy and I go back almost 20 years. We worked private security together at the Kikkoman Soy Sauce Factory in Walworth, WI… and yeah, we probably had a little too much fun along the way. But behind that is a story of transition, resilience, and pushing through real hardship. Jeremy's journey isn't easy but it's real, and it's powerful. Proud of the man he's become. Proud to call him a friend. This one's dropping soon. Don't miss it. See you at work.
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    2 hrs and 8 mins
  • SE7 #248 Jessica Lynch- National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day

    SE7 #248 Jessica Lynch- National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
    Apr 9 2026

    Had the honor of sitting down with my friend, Iraq War Veteran and former POW Jessica Lynch, to talk about the importance of National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.

    We dove into the history, what this day truly means, and how it's impacted her and other POWs. Perspective like that changes you.

    We also mixed in some good conversation on turkey and elk hunting because that's how real conversations go.

    Jessica is a wealth of knowledge, and every time we talk, I walk away better.
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    56 mins
  • SE7 #247 Tyler Hackbarth- Knife Smith- Wolf River Forge- Iraq Veteran

    SE7 #247 Tyler Hackbarth- Knife Smith- Wolf River Forge- Iraq Veteran
    Mar 30 2026
    Sharp and Witty Podcast with my friend Tyler Hackbarth. Tyler is an Iraq War Veteran and owner of Wolf River Forge. He was on Season 6 of Forged In Fire Battle of the Branches and was the overall winner of that season. He makes incredible knives here in Wisconsin. He's a Journey Knife Smith and working on his master knife smithing certification. Lots of laughs and serious moments. Please follow Fragout Podcast for all updates.
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    2 hrs and 16 mins
  • SE7 #246 Sam Parker- My Credit Guy Restoration

    SE7 #246 Sam Parker- My Credit Guy Restoration
    Feb 23 2026
    Exciting episode of the podcast with my friend Sam Parker, owner of My Credit Guy Credit Restoration widely regarded as #1 in the mortgage industry. Sam was in town, so we laid a track and broke down the fundamentals: • Credit scores • Credit repair vs. reality • VA Home Loans • Mortgages • Bankruptcy • How lenders actually look at your file This was an entry-level, no-BS conversation designed to educate and empower. Sam is an absolute nerd when it comes to credit and I mean that as the highest compliment. If you've ever wondered how your credit actually impacts your buying power, this one's for you.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • SE7 #245 Jason Seavey and Jeff Shock- House In The Woods

    SE7 #245 Jason Seavey and Jeff Shock- House In The Woods
    Feb 16 2026
    Great Podcast with my friends from House In The Woods Jeff Shock and Jason Seavey. Jason, an Air Force Veteran originally from Maine and now planted in the Fox Valley with his wife, and Jeff proud volunteer and guide are gearing up for Sturgeon Spearing opener this weekend. They've got 13 veterans from across Wisconsin coming in to try their luck on the ice. That's what it's about camaraderie, purpose, and the outdoors. In 2023, I traveled to Maine and had a successful bear hunt with them. Firsthand experience: this organization is the real deal. Phenomenal mission. Real impact.

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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • SE7 #244 Franki Moscato- Faith-Philanthropy- American Idol

    SE7 #244 Franki Moscato- Faith-Philanthropy- American Idol
    Jan 12 2026
    Spiritual and exciting podcast with my friend Franki Moscato. Franki was on American Idol and she founded the Franki Moscato Foundation that focuses on young adults to preventing suicide and promote mental wellness through inspiration, education, and kindness. We talked about both our experiences with bullying and how we used it to better our lives. We talked about music and her strong faith. This was a super fun podcast and I learned a lot.
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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • SE7 #243 Rick Crosson- 8th Congressional Candiate

    SE7 #243 Rick Crosson- 8th Congressional Candiate
    Dec 15 2025
    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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    1 hr and 51 mins