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Mike Daggett

May 26, 2025

The BEST Way to Support Fallen Heroes Today

Retired veteran Mike Daggett shares how Folds of Honor provides scholarships to families of fallen heroes. A Memorial Day tribute to sacrifice & service.

Podcast Summary

In today's Memorial Day episode, I sat down with Mike Daggett, the President of Folds of Honor Indiana and a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with 27 years of service.

Folds of Honor is a nonprofit that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled military and first responders. Mike shares his remarkable journey through the military, the pivotal encounters that shaped his life, and his unwavering commitment to supporting the families of fallen and disabled U.S. service members and first responders.

We dive into Mike's impactful work with Folds of Honor, the challenges faced by military families, and the vital importance of educational scholarships for their children and spouses. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of sacrifice, service, and the enduring mission to care for those who serve our nation. Thank you to all those that are serving, served, and paid the ultimate sacrifice to defend our country.

You are going to learn about:

  • Sacrifices of soldiers and first responders

  • How Folds of Honor changes lives

  • Getting involved with the program

Thank you to our partners:

Check out these great clips from the show:
01:43 Guest Introduction: Mike Daggett from Folds of Honor
02:31 Mike's Military Journey Begins
05:04 College vs. Military Decision
14:13 First Deployment to Hungary
26:15 The Art of Deployment: Training and Sacrifice
26:27 Pinnacle Moments: Deployments and Family Sacrifices
30:28 Recruiting and Career Transitions
31:11 The Impact of 9/11 on Military Recruitment
39:06 The Birth of Folds of Honor
56:20 Establishing the Indiana Chapter
57:35 Volunteer Efforts and Community Impact
59:30 The Emotional Stories Behind the Mission
01:02:38 Supporting Hoosier Families
01:08:56 Opportunities to Get Involved
01:11:20 Reflections and Final Thoughts

Guest(s)

Mike Daggett

Date Published

May 26, 2025

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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