La Crosse Local

We chatted with Mary Cate Wesling way back on E.103, now speaking as the Associate Artistic Director, we learned about the La Crosse Community Theatre’s spring and Summer season from the Broadway hits to the groundbreaking Blackbox theater series. https://lacrossecommunitytheatre.org You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosse...

We sat down with the boys of Dead Amsterdam, we got into their musical backgrounds, how they came together, opening for major acts, recording at the infamous Pachyderm Recording Studio and what’s coming up for this local band! https://www.facebook.com/DeadAmsterdamOfficial You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We talk with Mia Davis of Mia’s Kitchen, we get into her early interest in cooking, how the business got its start, favorites to cook and how people connect with this young entrepreneur for catering and popups. https://www.facebook.com/MiasKitchenn You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We connect with painter Rick Ross of Summit Art Studio, we talk oil and cold wax painting, traditional and abstract landscapes and getting loose with the medium. https://www.summitartstudio.com You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We chat “Art Dash” with Jean of the Franciscan Spirituality Center, we talk about the origins of the creative fundraiser, how artists and participants can get into the action, a few favorite artists donating work and what people can expect from this year's event. https://www.fscenter.org/content/art-dash You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our web...

We pull up a chair with Ben Horn of Free Range Exchange, we talk about the importance of local products, the transitions from farmers market to a store in downtown Hokah to the new shop coming soon downtown La Crosse. https://www.facebook.com/freerangeexchange You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We connect with Sam Thueson, Executive Director of one of our favorite festivals bridging two cities, Mid West Music Fest in Winona and La Crosse. We talk about the changes happening for the 2023 festivals, along with getting into the Winona line-up of bands and musicians. https://midwestmusicfest.org You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our websit...

We connected with the folks of Taqueria Pato Azul (Spanish for blue duck), we got talking about the idea for the restaurants, decision to open one in La Crosse, the cocktails, menu, and what to expect when dining at this authentic Mexican restaurant. https://www.taqueriapatoazul.com You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrossel...

We talked with painter David Williams, we connected on his exhibition, “The Street Less Traveled,” presenting watercolors that showcase unusual views of the urban landscape opening soon at the Pumphouse Regional Art Center. https://www.williamswatercolors.com You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We connect with Dawn Justin of Justin Trails Resort, we discuss their ongoing Farmers Markets tucked into this picturesque 200-acre property, featuring cabins, suites, and camping. We chat about the markets, seasonal activities at Justin Trails, and more. https://justintrails.com You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosseloca...

We reached out to musician Luke Callen, we chatted about his European tour, moving to the La Crosse area, earliest memories of music, the album Hard Sardine, and an upcoming show at the Grand Hotel Ballroom with misfit country act, Long Mama. http://lukecallen.com You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We talk with traveler and artist Adem Faeth, we talk street art, murals, the new local arts group “The Artsiders”, upcoming shows, ambitious travel plans and what is coming up for this local artist and organizer. https://www.instagram.com/ademfaeth You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We check in with the hard-driving string band, Dig Deep. We talk about the formation of the band in Stevens Point, their album Heavy Heart, what to expect from LIVE shows, and where to find out more. https://www.facebook.com/digdeepwi Check out Dig Deep at Alpine Inn in La Crosse, Friday March 31! https://www.facebook.com/alpine.inn.9 You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, l...

We chatted with local longtime musician Joe Cody. We talk about his earliest memories of music, getting into guitar, his variety of bands, playing with Jackie Cody, the writing process and where people find out more. https://www.facebook.com/joe.cody.94 You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We connect once again with Joe Katchever, this time about the 24th Annual “Masquerade” Winter Ball , happening Saturday February 18. We got into the early years of the festival, what to expect, new release beers, the all star music line-up and how to grab tickets. You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend picks, live music and events on our website https://lacrosselocal.com .

We jumped on a call with Ceramica - Art by Jessica Luedke, we talked about what led the artist to ceramics and her process when making functional work like bowls, cups, and platters. https://www.facebook.com/ceramica.jessica Catch Ceramica at the 2023 La Crosse Winter Roots Festival Feb 11, 2023. https://lacrosselocal.com/rootsfest You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend...

We talked with Woodcarver Mark Hanson, we talked about his start in the craft, the work he produces including carved portraits, mythical beings, charcuterie boards, and more. https://www.instagram.com/markhansonwoodcarving Catch Mark Hanson Woodcarving at the 2023 La Crosse Winter Roots Festival Feb 11, 2023. https://lacrosselocal.com/rootsfest You can find more conversations, food reviews, live m...

We connect with Sarah Korte of Korte Acres located in Chaseburg, Wisconsin, we discuss her origins with farming, specialty pork, buying from local farmers and where you can pick up their meat locally. Follow Korte Acres on Facebook, but only if you agree to be bombarded by photos of cute animals. https://www.facebook.com/korteacres You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music and even...

In this episode, we chat with Xena Olson of Xena's Tie Dyes, we talk about what led her to tie dyes, tie dye destinations, origins of the art, and her process when creating various pieces. https://xenastiedyes.com Catch Xena in the Artist Market at the 2023 La Crosse Winter Roots Festival Feb 11, 2023. You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our websi...

We connect with the Feast Of Crispian, a non-profit organization that brings professional actors and veterans together to strengthen the emotional resources they need to overcome trauma and reintegration issues. We talk storytelling, Shakespeare, powerful transformations, and where people can find out more. https://www.feastofcrispian.org You can find more conversations, food reviews, weekend pick...

We talked with Emily Sustar of the Motherhood Collective, an organization who is dedicated to supporting women, mothers and caregivers in the parenthood transition. We chat prenatal yoga, postpartum, and mama flow yoga, and learn about all the childbirth education and support classes out there https://www.themotherhoodcollectivelax.com . You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music an...

We talked with Mitchel Weber, a self proclaimed butcher, baker, mover and shaker. Mitchel has opened Sagra Food & Wine featuring a variety of changing dishes. We talk about this Italian inspired, locally sourced pop-up, from its origins, to the seasonal menu, to getting reservations https://sagrafoodandwine.com. You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music and events on our websit...

We connected with a few members of Porky’s Groove Machine, we chatted about classic covers, quirky originals, and their synchronized dance moves. We also get into the origins of the band, show favorites, costumes and their energetic LIVE shows. https://porkysgroovemachine.com Check out Porky's Groove Machine at the 24th Annual PSB Winter Ball Saturday Feb 18. https://pearlstreetbrewery.com/24th-an...

We talk with Brett Kawaguchi aka DJ Bretly, we talk about early interest in music, influences growing up in the DJ scene, the path from bluegrass to punk and back, where people can follow along, and where to find this man at work at area bars and clubs. https://www.facebook.com/djbrettly You can find more conversations, food reviews, live music, weekend picks and events on our website https://lacr...

We sat down with Andrew Temte and Johnny Nielsen of The Remainders, through Andy (because of some technical difficulties) we heard all about Johnny’s life in music and road to the band. We also chatted about the newest single “New Man”, and got into collaborating on songwriting, and what to expect from the 2023 La Crosse Winter Roots Festival! https://www.theremainders.com Catch The Remainders LIV...