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Sam Strong: Broadcaster, Trailblazer & Mom

January 13, 2022

Ya, she’s all of that and more.  You’ve listened to Sam on the radio, you parents probably have, too.  Now, as Sam finally retires I sat down with her to get a little perspective on things.

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4th Street Stage

January 7, 2022

This is a fun conversation I had with Sam Bachmeier and Karl Green about a new, unique performance space in downtown LaCrosse. 

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Jen Barney @ Meringue Bakery

December 8, 2021

This lady is one of a kind.  Intelligent, quirky, insanely talented and even though she tries to hide it, super competitive.  Jen Barney is representing our River City in a big way as a competitor on Food Network’s Holiday Wars.  You can check it out Sunday nights at 8:00pm

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Aiden Hessleberg, Artist at Large

December 2, 2021

Aiden Hessleberg is a talented local artist. Listen to our conversation about art, creativity and inspiration.

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Tommy Prine at Leo and Leona’s

November 16, 2021

I had a chance to talk about 2 of my favorite subjects recently, music and creativity.  The conversation is with Tommy Prine, son of the great John Prine.

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Sara, Syd and Slang: Part II

October 22, 2021

This started as a conversation about slang words, then it drifted and then it veered.  Just like a good conversation should.

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