When we think of leadership, we often picture people who command attention, make tough decisions, and guide others through challenge and change. But what truly defines a great leader? And who inspires the leaders we admire most? Host Mo Barrett asked six Medal of Honor Recipients. For them, leadership was forged in the crucible of combat. But their lessons extend far beyond the battlefield – into classrooms, workplaces, families, and communities.   The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

For Medal of Honor Recipients, the path from the battlefield to the White House is anything but straightforward. In this episode, six recipients share the deeply personal stories of the moment they learned they would receive our nation’s highest military honor. Where were they? Who did they tell first? And when the ceremony ended, where did they keep their Medal? Their answers reveal the humanity behind the heroism and the enduring power of the Medal to inspire. The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

As students and teachers head back to school, the National Medal of Honor Museum is doing the same through a variety of programs designed to bring the stories and values of the Medal of Honor into classrooms across the country. Host Mo Barrett speaks with the educators leading these initiatives, helping students become the best versions of themselves—in the classroom, in their communities, and in the moments that matter. At the end, reflections from two Medal of Honor Recipients who carried these values straight into schools, working directly with students as teachers, counselors and mentors. The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

Greg Waters, Director of Curatorial Affairs, is the man in charge of finding and locating every artifact for each exhibit at the National Medal of Honor Museum. He talks to host Mo Barrett about the worldwide hunt for artifacts and some of his favorite items on display. The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

In Part 1 of a special two-part series, we pulled back the curtain on the Mission to Inspire Spectacular, the show-stopping finale to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s Grand Opening. Now, in Part 2, we dig even deeper, exploring how the values of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism were translated into sound, light, and movement – and what it meant to those behind the scenes to bring heart-pounding visuals and iconic moments to life.   The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

The Grand Opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum required moments that were moving, moments that were uplifting, moments that were spectacular. Capping an unforgettable evening, the Mission to Inspire Spectacular lit up the sky above the Museum in a 360-degree storytelling marvel, featuring fireworks, drones, video, and a variety of musical arrangements. But what does it take to produce such a show? How do you infuse the values of the Medal into visual storytelling? In this special two-part series we will go behind the scenes to understand both the technical and emotional aspects that made the Museum’s Grand Opening a night to remember. The National Medal of Honor Museum offers an unforgettable journey through the stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others. A visit to the Museum is a meaningful experience that will leave visitors of all ages inspired, proud, and deeply connected to the values that unite us. For more details and to reserve tickets for your preferred date and time, visit mohmuseum.org.

The National Medal of Honor Museum officially opened its doors on March 25 – Medal of Honor Day. Host Mo Barrett was on site for the celebrations and spoke with family members of Medal of Honor Recipients, along with some of the staff who were critical to opening this special place. The Museum is filled with amazing artifacts, immersive exhibits and powerful displays telling stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others – and now you experience it for yourself. Tickets to visit to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum are available at MOHMuseum.org.

After three years of construction – and decades of dreams – the National Medal of Honor Museum will open its doors this month. In their actions on the battlefield and beyond, Medal of Honor Recipients embody the values intrinsic to the Medal: citizenship and patriotism, commitment and integrity, courage and sacrifice. And while the Museum will explore all of these values, each of us relates to the values in a unique way. Recently, we asked Medal of Honor Recipients and their family members which of the six values resonates with them the most.   Tickets to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum are now available for purchase on the Museum’s website ahead of the doors opening to the public on March 25, 2025. The Museum has more than 100,000 square feet of space, including 31,000 square feet dedicated to Exhibition Galleries telling the history of the Medal of Honor and the stories of the American heroes who earned it. More information to help guests plan their visit is available at mohmuseum.org.

With just a few weeks to go until the National Medal of Honor Museum’s Grand Opening, host Mo Barrett talks to architect Bassam Komati, the Partner-in-Charge at Rafael Viñoly Architects for the National Medal of Honor Museum, about how the Museum has gone from blueprints to a real building. They discuss how the design has changed throughout construction, how the architecture and exhibits complement one another, and how he has executed Rafael Viñoly’s vision.   Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

The start of the new year is a time to reflect on ways we can improve. As infallible as they may seem, Medal of Honor Recipients are no different. Looking back on their lives, there’s some changes they would have liked to make. Recently, we asked a few Recipients to share the advice they would give to their younger selves. The wisdom they shared about modesty, discipline, gratefulness, and more is applicable at all stages of life.   Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

While we celebrate the wonders of the holidays, our hearts are also heavy with the memories of the five Medal of Honor Recipients who passed away this year. To help us remember these heroes, host Mo Barrett is joined by NMOHMF’s Jenny Page and Kali Martin Schick for a discussion about how the National Medal of Honor Museum is telling their stories and preserving their legacies. Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

Over Veterans Day Weekend, the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation once again proudly partnered with the Dallas Cowboys to publicly recognize and thank Medal of Honor recipients during the Cowboys’ annual Salute to Service game. Charlotte Jones, Dallas Cowboys Chief Brand Officer and Co-Owner and Chairman of the NMOHMF Board of Directors, talked to host Mo Barrett about the importance of that moment, the Cowboys’ support of the Museum, and what to look forward to during the Grand Opening celebration in March.     Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

This Courage Conversation with Medal of Honor recipient Sergeant Sammy Davis was recorded last fall during a special Veterans Day visit to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s construction site. Known as “the real-life Forrest Gump,” Sgt. Sammy Davis talks to host Mo Barrett about what drove his courage in Vietnam, the advice he gives to students, and his moment of Hollywood stardom. Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

We are just six months out from the grand opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas. To offer an update on construction and preview the grand opening festivities, host Mo Barrett is joined by Chris Cassidy, NMOHMF President and CEO. They discuss the emotions of seeing the Museum come to life, the tremendous support from across the country, and the excitement that is building as we head towards the doors swinging open on Medal of Honor Day 2025.   Interested in supporting the Museum’s work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you’ll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

This Courage Conversation with Medal of Honor recipient Major Jim Taylor was recorded last fall during a special Veterans Day visit to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s construction site. Major Taylor and host Mo Barrett discuss his path to the Army, his heroism in Vietnam – where he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to rescue wounded men from burning vehicles – and his memorable experience with President Lyndon Johnson during his White House medal ceremony.

Last fall, during a special Veterans Day visit to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s construction site, host Mo Barrett sat down with two incredible women who are each married to a Medal of Honor recipient: Dixie Davis and Kate Williams. The trio discuss the sacrifices made by the families of servicemembers and the tremendous responsibilities they bear, especially those related to Medal of Honor recipients.

This is a special bonus episode featuring a Courage Conversation with Medal of Honor recipient Sergeant Major Matt Williams, recorded last fall during a special Veterans Day visit to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s construction site. During a firefight in Afghanistan’s Shok Valley, Williams repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire as he moved up and down a mountain to help evacuate the wounded. He and host Mo Barrett talk about his actions that day, the lessons he’s learned from other Medal of Honor recipients and what motivates him to continue to serve on active duty.

On the latest episode in our March to Grand Opening series, host Mo Barrett sits down with Medal of Honor recipient and NMOHMF Board Member Col. Jack Jacobs, who earned the Medal in Vietnam when he – though injured himself – repeatedly ran across open rice paddies through heavy fire to evacuate the wounded. Col. Jacobs reflects on watching the Museum come to life and shares his reaction to learning he was to be featured in the exhibition gallery, including in a special AI feature.

This is a special bonus episode featuring a Courage Conversation with Medal of Honor recipient Sergeant Major Allan Kellogg, recorded last fall during a special Veterans Day visit to the National Medal of Honor Museum’s construction site. Sgt. Major Kellogg and host Mo Barrett discuss his path to the Marine Corps., his brave, selfless actions in Vietnam, and how he uses humor to process his wartime experiences.

Continuing our March to Grand Opening series spotlighting Medal of Honor recipients who will be featured in the National Medal of Honor Museum’s galleries, host Mo Barrett talks to Maj. Marisa Regan, the granddaughter of SSGt. Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura, who earned the Medal during the Korean War when he bravely held off an enemy attack to allow the retreat of his men. She highlights lesser-known aspects of his story and reflects on his legacy of service.