K-Wal Cast

Send a text Doug and Nick met as clock-punchers at Skyline Chili over 25 years ago.  Doug was the manager calling shots and Nick was scrubbing dishes in the tank.  Over time, they served up a steaming plate of friendship that brings them into the recording dungeon.   Now, Doug keeps the citizens of Independence, Kentucky safe while wearing the Blue and Nick makes podcasts in his spare time. In thi...

Send a text Andrew Goering takes us on a fascinating journey from the frigid frontiers of Alaska to the complex world of financial crimes compliance. Growing up in a place where schools only closed at -50°F and carrying survival gear was as normal as bringing your wallet, Andrew developed a sense of exploration and adventure that led him across the globe. Andrew explains why he'd rather face...

Send a text Michael Mouser grew up in a big family in a small town in bourbon country .  In this episode,  he shares his journey from rural Kentucky, where he first learned firefighting, to his life as a hockey parent up north.  We discuss the emotional weight of first response responsibilities, but also where to find the best cheap grub around the region and which bands do politics the best. Than...

Send a text In this episode, we reconnect with my old friend from grade school, Lars Soderlund.  We reflect on skipping a grade (or two) into high school and delve into Lars's journey from a grade school friend to a college English professor, touching on the nuances of academia, the pressures of publishing, and the importance of mentorship in education.  We discuss how these formative experie...

Send a text How could a small election mishap turn a community upside down? In this episode, we venture into the world of local politics with my brother-in-law, Brian Garner, a city commissioner from Union, Kentucky. Brian takes us behind the scenes of what can happen when an election goes wrong. This episode sheds light on the rapid and costly legal battles candidates endure when elections are co...

Send a text Please meet a buddy of mine from law school, Daryl Osuch.  Daryl and I met at the great University of Cincinnati College of Law, whose notable alumni list includes former President and Supreme Court Justice William Howard Taft, and he now lives in Tokyo, Japan.   We talk about Daryl's winding road from Chicago to Japan to Cincy and back to Japan.  We also get his thoughts on law s...

Send a text When we last left off with our guest, Lindsay Clandfield, he was about to embark on a journey down the Camino de Santiago in Spain. So, how did he do?  Did he make it?  How were his feet?!  In our first BONUS episode, we'll find out.  Please welcome back to the show: Lindsay Clandfield. Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com fo...

Send a text This week we have Lindsay Clandfield, one of my first internet friends.  Yes, you can make real friends on the internet.  Even though we first met IRL in Spain where he lives, he grew up in Canada.  We talk about his journey back and forth across the pond, his experience in the world of publishing, and his upcoming trip down the Camino de Santiago. Thanks for listening! Please visit th...

Send a text This week, we have Jacob Case.  Jacob grew up in the country just south of Cincinnati, but he doesn’t consider himself a country guy.  We talk about his skateboarding accomplishments, Cross Fit, fantasy football, having a baby during Covid, and his faith journey.  Please welcome Jacob! Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more...

Send a text Cris Duvall enjoys getting lost in the depths of YouTube, which, in part, has helped him become more knowledgeable than your average sports fan.  It also helps that he was so good at baseball when he was younger that he could have walked on a college team.   Suffice it to say, we touch upon sports this episode: golf, baseball, Barry Bonds, Cincinnati Reds, and his ephemeral allegiance...

Send a text Joe is a man of books.  Not only has he taught high school English and been a devoted fan of Tolkien for many years, but he once entered a look-alike contest in the Florida Keys for some guy who wrote the Old Man and the Sea.  Joe's not an old man yet, but he just became an empty nester.  What's that like?  We'll find out.   Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod&apo...

Send a text This week, we meet the man with the audio magic touch.  Clay is my brother-in-law who helps mix and master this podcast.  He's been listening to podcasts for a long time, and was one of the most encouraging proponents for starting this cast.   In this episode, we talk about his approaching fatherhood and reflect on our own upbringings.  What do we want to pass on to our kids?  How...

Send a text On this episode, we are graced by the benevolent Anne Wolking.  When I first met her almost 35 years ago, she was plain ol' Anne Smith.  But a lot can happen in that time, and she now goes by a different name and is about to see her oldest child graduate from high school. In our conversation, we'll talk about attending Catholic grade school in the Northern Kentucky 90's,...

Send a text Please join us as our guest, Laura Settle, takes us on a cruise across the world.  We'll talk about living in Germany, taking a semester at sea, and what it's like working in a library. Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Send a text This week we welcome Evan Strasburger to the pod.  We talk about running, music, being too cool for stuff, and boredom. . . sounds exciting! Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Send a text Guest #2 is Jennifer Bechanko.  We discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from art, music, and video games to sticking your feet in cold, mountain water.   Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Send a text Our first victim, er guest.  Please welcome our 6 foot 4 inch guinea pig: Andy Long. Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Send a text A first episode?  A first episode! Welcome to the K-Wal Cast!  This is an interview podcast where I, Nick Kowalski, talk with people in my life.  What will we talk about?  Anything and everything.  We're just here to have fun, dig a little deeper, and enjoy some good conversation.  Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for mor...