S1:E4 - From One Veteran To Another - Flags 4 Vets Made By A Vet - Kris Morgan

S1:E4 - From One Veteran To Another - Flags 4 Vets Made By A Vet - Kris Morgan

Author: J.Audra.Lane August 15, 2021 Duration: 55:00

In this week’s episode, we talk to Kris Morgan, the founder of Flags 4 Vets Made By A Vet. As you may have guessed, Kris is a veteran, and he has quite a story, from a traumatic brain injury while deployed to depression, divorce and finally finding his way through woodworking.

Join us as we find out how Kris got into making beautiful wooden flags when he had NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE in woodworking, the most touching experiences he’s had in giving flags to other veterans, and what the future holds for Flags 4 Vets.

Podcast episode summary

  • How a misdiagnosed brain bleed led to 10 years of seizures and depression until he discovered the joy of woodworking.
  • When he gave away the first flag he made and saw the smile on another vet’s face, he knew he’d found what he was meant to do.
  • You can nominate a vet to receive a free handmade flag.
  • Media exposure was a gamechanger for Flags 4 Vets. He even got to make a flag for Good Morning America host Robin Roberts in memory of her father.
  • The gift that took his organization to the next level.
  • The future of Flags 4 Vets includes bringing on other vets to ramp up production.
  • But then he fell and got ANOTHER brain bleed just a couple of years ago! Thank God for hyperbaric chamber diving. Another lifechanger!
  • He needs donations to keep his program going!! You can support Flags 4 Vet via Patreon.
  • He’s been invited to be on Kelly Clarkson’s show! How exciting is that!!

Recommended Resources

Maddox Ross – A young singer with a YouTube channel

Robin Roberts’ ESPY speech

Legacy Steel Buildings – A company that regularly donates to Flags 4 Vets

Oklahoma Oasis Hyperbarics – The company that cured Kris’ brain bleed in just a few weeks

The Lumber Shed – The lumberyard that supports Flags 4 Vets

Operation Freedom Outdoors – Giving back through life-changing outdoor experiences for vets

Contact Info

Website:  www.flagshonoringvets.com

Facebook:  Flags 4 Vets made by a Vet

Patreon:  Flags 4 Vets made by a Vet 


There's a particular kind of person who builds something from nothing right here in the heartland. Rock the Boat Oklahoma is a series of conversations with those very people, hosted by J.Audra.Lane. This isn't about polished corporate success stories, though success is certainly part of the journey. Instead, each episode pulls up a chair with an Oklahoma entrepreneur to understand the real person behind the business-what keeps them up at night, what made them leap into the unknown, and why they chose this often difficult path. You'll hear from the brave, the unconventional, and the quietly determined individuals who aren't afraid to be called a little weird for pursuing their vision. Through these candid interviews, the podcast reveals the drive, the resilience, and the occasional dose of healthy stubbornness it takes to thrive. It’s about the human spirit of enterprise, found in local shops, startups, and family-run operations across the state. Tuning in, you get more than just business tips; you find a source of genuine inspiration, a reminder that building something meaningful often requires rocking the boat just enough to make waves.
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