WIZM - La Crosse Talk Interviews

Dr. Stephen Shapiro reflects on his 24 years, including seven years leading the Gundersen Medical Foundation with LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOOAH Wisconsin is hosting the first annual La Crosse veterans suicide awareness march in LaCrosse Saturday November 14, 2026.  Jane Brannan and Tammy Hardwick discuss how the organization and walk look to increase awareness of Veteran suicides. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a Milwaukee Brewer Fan experiencing both excitement and anxiety about the Brewers in the World Series?  You are not alone says UW-Health psychologist Shilagh Mirgain. She talks about how sports memories can feel vivid years later and become part of your family history.  Mirgain spoke to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about enjoying the moment, cheering for the Crew and keeping it a...

La Crosse’s annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner returns to the La Crosse Center, offering a free holiday meal to anyone who wants company, conversation, or a warm plate.  Organizers expect hundreds of volunteers preparing turkey, stuffing, and all the traditional sides.  Ruth McQuiston-Keil says the event isn’t just about food.  She appeared on W-I-Z-M LaCrosseTalk to d...

In "Stone Age Astronaut" award winning author Liam Callanan brings Lester Maitland back into the spotlight tracing his early career, one of the first test pilots and the pioneering airman whose Pacific crossing earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross.  Author Callanan spoke to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about his new book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heidi Svee Director of Development for New Horizons talks about how the organization works to address Domestic Violence in Western Wisconsin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 4000 Foundation Limited announces plans for the 35th Annual Great Tri-State Rail Sale.  Mark Hamre spoke to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about the upcoming event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nebraska represents Bruce Springsteen's musical and personal retreat to record Nebraska.  Zane speaks to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about the mythology of Nebraska and his days in Madison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cancer diagnosis can be terrifying as can treatments that often follow including surgery medication and long term side effects.  UW expert talks about Thyroid Cancer treatments and symptoms on WIZM LaCrosseTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ghoulees in the Coulees is a spooky location for kids, families and adults to celebrate Halloween. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Carpenter sings Jimmy Buffett on LaCrosseTalk Music Frriday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So much of the conversation around technology and kids is fear based.  Dr Megan Moreno a UW Health kids adolescent medicine expert is trying to bring a more balanced and practical approach to the discussion.  Dr. Moreno spoke to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about raising kids in the digital world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlighting two upcoming opportunities for the community to get involved and give back to the YMCA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La Crosse Community Theater Executive Director Erik Vose talks about LCT Christmas shows and work at the L.C.T. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City Councilmember Gary Padesky has a conversation with Kevin Millard on La Crosse Talk about the possibility of raising taxes in the city along with bringing back, again, the City Administrator proposal.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scary tales and spooky stories take the stage on Saturday at the Pump House in La Crosse.   The Bluff County Tale Spinners hold their Tales of the Creepy and Scary for teens and adults looking for some thrills.  Speaking on La Crosse Talk, Terry Visger explained why she thinks people like scary stories and what people can expect at the show. The program begins at 7 p.m. The doors op...

Joining Kevin Millard on La Crosse Talk today are President Rick Trietly and Student Government Association President Xavier Carnicom. They're here to speak about the Viterbo Effect, a campaign to help support the university. We discuss the five pillars of the campaign and the early success it's having on the Viterbo community and what long-term impact it's intended to have. See omnystudio.com/lis...

Wisconsin DNR wardens Jared Way and Kyle Wetter visit La Crosse Talk to speak about safety as we head into fall. It means hunting season for many. It also means many are operating ATVs and UTVs. We discuss using them safely on the road and in the woods. They also talk about their backgrounds in how they became interested in being wardens as they're undergoing field training currently in the area.&...

In the studio on Tuesday are Nate Mohlman, Faculty Technical Director, and Miranda Logan, Student Costume Designer, discussing the upcoming production of "The Welkin".  There are six performances in the Toland Theatre at the Lowe Center for the Arts on October 16-25.  Click here for more information.  During the discussion, we also talk about the process of how the production was de...

Learn more about the growing sport of Girls Wrestling. Joining Kevin Millard on La Crosse Talk were Holmen Wrestling Coach Carl Deluca and two members of the Holmen wrestling team, Avalee Euler and Aini Andersen. We discussed how popular wrestling has become, and what's it like to compete.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vicki Markussen from Ladco talks about a couple of upcoming business-related events plus a new website that is designed to help find commercial buildings and space available in the area.  Learn more here about Ladco See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Modaff returns to the WIZM studios for Music Friday.  He's sharing a couple of original tunes for listeners today.  Dan also talks about an upcoming event that he's taking part of-Lilith Fair. It's a benefit on Sunday, October 18 from 12-5 p.m. at Leo and Leona's Tavern. It features a number of performances by local musicians. All of the proceeds go to help out New Horizons, an organ...

Jane Brannan with La Crosse County Veterans Services discusses what's offered at the Veteran's Expo on October 20 in Onalaska.  It's an opportunity for veterans to find federal, state, and local resources.  The expo runs from 1-6 p.m. at the Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City Councilmember Erin Goggin visits the studio to talk about the Burns Park Fall Festival, a free event on Tuesday, October 13. There're pumpkin carving, food and drinks, music, youth activities, and much more happening from 4-7 p.m.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Ron Faiola joined Kevin Millard on La Crosse Talk on Thursday morning to discuss his latest book, Wisconsin Supper Clubs: Another Round. It continues the story of the many supper clubs around the state. His WisconsinSupperClubs.com website lists more than 250 supper clubs around the state including ones here in the Coulee Region.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.