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Welcome back to another episode of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show the crew catches up with Lakes Jam General Manager Ken Lacy and Emcee Mike Schmidt to discuss all thing Lakes Jam 2025. While yes, the LL crew will be on site doing shows each day, this episode is all about what to expect this, what wall went into this year's Lineup, some of the non-music shows and activities, and really...

Hi Listeners! Another big weekend has arrived in the BLA. We have Mother's Day, The Governor's Fishing Opener in Crosslake, and best of all... a beautiful looking forecast for these busy next few days! On this show Colton, Isaiah and Jacob chat about everything from best Fishing Opener memories to potentially controversial Mother's Day takes, and soooo much more. Tune in to hear it all! And as alw...

Hi Listeners! On today's show we catch up with Jack Pine Brewery Owner, Patrick Sundberg. Patrick updates the crew on how the Brewery has been doing, some of the updates, what to expect this summer and how the "game nights" like Power Trip Live went over the winter. He also dives into some of the City of Baxter's recent news, as well. Patrick, who is in his first term on the Baxter City Council, g...

Hello Listeners! Lets get right to it... On today's episode the Listen Local crew catches up with Jami Nelson to discuss all about her amazing company Just Juice. Jami dives into everything from what led her to the Brainerd Lakes Area to her years in the hospitality industry to starting one of the BLA's most recognizable brands, Just Juice. PLUS Jami talks about the big news of her opening up the...

Hello Listen Local Friends and Fam! On today's show, Colton and Jacob are out west so Isaiah is joined by the one and only MIKE SCHMIDT. As our listeners know, this is not Mike's first time on the show, BUT it is his first time on an episode this season! While I am sure you can imagine, Mike has some stories... we'll leave it at that! So tune in to hear about some of those, and what he's been up t...

Hello Listen Localers! On today's show we catch up with Senate District Seat 6 Candidate Steve Cotariu. Steve talks about his background, the main platform he's running on, and what the deciding factor was for him to throw his name in the ring of a crowded Republican-side of this election. Also, while you may not know Steve's real name, you may have heard of his alter-ego, Hudson the Magician. He...

Hi Listen Local Listeners! This special segment is brought to you by the Pequot Lakes Economic Development Commission, and it's all about the Special Election Pequot Lakes High School Referendum Vote on April 8th. Tune in to hear about all of it from Superintendent Kurt Stumpf, what you will actually be voting for and how it will potential affect your taxes. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors...

Ok, Listen Local Fam.... Almost each week we have a guest(s) that brings so much to the shows... but let us tell you today's episode was one of the MOST ENTERTAINING YET! Local Celebs Tess Taylor (host of The Morning Mess on WJJY) and Tony Bonsante (Former Pro Boxer and Reality TV Star) stop by the studio. While they thought they were just coming on to discuss everything Lakes Area Dancing with th...

Well do we have a show for you today! On today's episode Josh Gazelka stops by to discuss why he decided to run for the open MN Senate Seat that has recently be vacated by former MN Senator Justin Eichorn who was recently arrested for soliciting a minor. So, to say the least, this Special Election will be under the microscope. With many recognizable names part of this, all eyes will be on the Spec...

Hello Listen Local On today's show, it's just Colton and Isaiah at the helm as Jacob is on a BlazeAir project in Telluride, Colorado. Before the guest hops on, the guys chat about all of the local happenings including how the Crosslake St. Patricks Day Parade went, some of the local winter sports teams currently at the State Tournament, and recap more of the past week. Then... on the Guest Segment...

Welcome to another week of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show, the first one in three weeks where all Colton, Jacob and Isaiah are in-studio, we talk all-things Crosslake on the week of their biggest event of the year... St. Paddy's Day Parade Week! To discuss all of this is no other than Jackson Purfeerst the new Mayor of Crosslake. Jackson dives into his backstory, what led him and his fa...

Episode 203– Local Updates & Big Wins! First off… a huge thank you to all of our incredible listeners and sponsors! Listen Local continues to grow because of this amazing community, and we're grateful to be a part of it. · On this episode, we sit down with Pequot Lakes Mayor Tyler Gardner to get the latest updates on the recent cannabis ordinance and discuss the Northern La...

You heard it here first (or maybe second or third) Listen Local Listeners! It is official The Bobber will be painted and refreshed in 2025. Hear all about that, plus some local City of Pequot Lakes news thanks to our sponsor Pequot Lakes EDC. Tyler dives into what the EDC does, some of their main projects going on right now, and the importance to this upcoming referendum is to PLHS. But... Before...

Welcome back Listen Local Fam! Today's show is all about being out at the Brainerd Lakes Area Events, with the spotlight on TripleFest at Breezy Point Resort and Frozen Fore around Gull Lake and BIR. Helping at one of those locations this weekend is our guest for today's show, Craig Polchow of Full Tank Delivery. What started as just helping out some neighbors filling up their gas tanks in boats h...

Hello to all of our wonderful Listen Local Listeners! This is the OFFICIAL 200th Episode of the Listen Local Podcast. Thank you so much for all of our listeners and sponsors! On this episode we chat about some of the top moments from those 200 episodes. Also on this episode we welcome back NCAA National Champ Packy Munson to talk all things mn hockey, and his journey to where he's at today. Plus.....

Hi Listen Local Fam! It has been BUSY in the BLA! On this episode Isaiah and Jacob recap the past week, which include stories from the Extravaganza (and Jacob going on a little rant about crazy "keyboard warriors" that threaten Volunteers), a quick note on Winterfest and a WINTER STORM that has given the snowmobilers some fresh powder. Also, yes... the title says it all... while a 'quick' call to...

Welcome back to another week of the Listen Local Podcast! We have a show full of stories, memories and more involving the BLA. Our guest today is Legendary Teacher, Snowmobiler Hall of Famer, Award winning Track Coach, and overall great guy, Dave Guenther. Trust us... There are many more titles we could add before his name, but in all honesty, he was one of the best teachers ever at Pequot Lakes H...

It's in the title! Jaycees Members Sheena and Benji stop by the Listen Local studio to give all of the up-to-date info on this year's Exravaganza! Tune in to hear all about it. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance , Hills Detailing Center , Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMN Bl...

Hello LL Listeners! On today's show Colton and Isaiah are in-studio, while Jacob calls in from Arizona after a brutal Vikings game. The crew also chats about everything from that horrible Vikings loss to proper travel etiquette to a busy weekend with lots to do in the BLA! Also, hear about the extremely popular Social Media Influencer that visited the Lakes Area this past week. That and much more...

Happy New SEASON everyone! That's right a new year means a new season of Listen Local. On this season 6 kickoff we have everything from the much anticipated new intro to a sponsorship shuffle to even our special guest introing the new season. Plus... Some BLA events, news and even some police blotter! Plus hear from the crew what their top moments of 2024 were. And as always... Thanks to our spons...

Hi everyone and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! On this final episode of 2024 the Listen Local crew goes BIG and talks all things Vikings with a former Vikings Pro Bowl Linebacker and a long-time Twin Cities Sports Director! With the Vikings beating the Packers this past weekend, they now head to Detroit in arguably not only the biggest regular season game in franchise history, but also in NFL History. Both tea...

Come one, come all! Happy Holidays to all of our listeners and do we have a Christmas-themed show for you today. While we couldn't have Santa on the show - I guess he's a little busy... ;) - the Listen Local Crew DID into all things Xmas Movies. So many topics, so many debates. So many reasons why you should tune into this episode! Also, to go along with all of that Christmas movie talk we hear st...

Hello Listen Local Fam! Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! If you got out to the Nisswa City Lights last week it was cold, but wow... Those Fireworks were Fantastic! Ok, so on today's show we do something different. At least for the Guest Segment. This guest, Chad Beaver, didn't exactly grow up or work in the BLA, but has been coming to the area for many years and knew that one day he'd live i...

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! On today's show the crew chats about everything Thanksgiving, from best Thanksgiving food to the Macy's Day parade to Football to best Thanksgiving show or movie. Plus the Listen Local guys, and their guest, talk about what they are thankful for! Speaking of the guest on today's episode... it is none other than Nisswa Chamber Director Kalie Jay. Kalie gives an update o...

Hellooooo Listen Local Peeps! Snow is officially on the ground, which is great timing for today's guest. But before he hops on the show, Isaiah, Colton and Jacob discuss their trip to the cities to watch the Pequot Lakes Patriots at State. While it didn't turn out like we all wanted, the atmosphere was unreal, Great season Patriots! Now... the BLA has one football team left, and that is none other...