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Hello Listen Local Friends and Fam! We made it people... the 4th of July weekend is behind us, and what a weekend it was! On today's show the LL guys recap the 4th and all of the BLA festivities, THEN... catch up with THE Reese Glover. Reese talks about his time at Lakes Jam, his new Single "Swift County Fair" that just dropped, his upcoming shows and more! Thanks Reese for taking a break from you...

Happy 4th of July week everyone! On today's show Isaiah, Colton and Jacob do a deep dive recap on Lakes Jam '26. Hear about what they loved and what they didn't love so much. But most importantly, HUGE thanks to Lakes Jam for having us out again, already CAN'T WAIT for next year... I mean, DIERKS BENTLEY?!? LET'S GO! Then... the LL crew gets into EVERYTHING America 250 4th of July! From where to w...

Hello Friends...CAN WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE... IT IS LAKES JAM WEEK PEOPLE! Isaiah and Jacob are recording this show from the (insert new sponsor here) Mobile Studio from the Lakes Jam Listen Local Headquarters. On the first on-site show from Lakes Jam 2026 the crew chat with Kaitlyn Schroeder (Borgstrom) of Jacob's Voice. You have heard us talk a ton about our friend Jacob Borgstrom and Jac...

Hello Listen Local Fam! On today's show the WHOLE CREW (yes even Colton) heads out to Crosswoods Golf Course to catch up with Mike and Savannah about all things Crosswoods, including their BRAND NEW course "The Farm." They chat about why The Farm is going to be one of the most unique courses in the BLA, how it all came to be, and why it complements the other courses at Crosswoods. Mike also gives...

Hello Listen Local Fam! We are back in studio this week after our couple of weeks doing Facebook LIVE shows. The summer craziness is officially upon us, from all the Live music happenin' to a crazy weekend of Octane Autofest at BIR with Chris Forsberg and the CBoys to beautiful weather for golf and lakelife. Our guest on today's show to talk about all of it, as well as Lakes Jam prep of course, th...

Hello Jammers! Another episode, and another Lakes Jam Artist. This time it's Main Stage Performer Ashland Craft! Ashland talks about her time performing or touring with the likes of Ashley McBride, Morgan Wallen, Hardy and many other big names. She also discusses her favorite songs, being both a writer and singer plus why she enjoys performing at Festivals. Then after Ashland signs off, Ken tells...

Well... Hello Listen Local Listeners... I know we say it A LOT but wow, do we have a show for you today. Guests stopped by that even we didn't know were going to! First and foremost, huge thanks to BIR and the Wheelie Bar for letting us set up shop before the Brainerd Chamber Business After Hours. Our first guest was one you've got to know well over the past couple of months on both this podcast a...

Helloooo Listen Local Listeners! On today's show, Isaiah and Jacob head out to the Official Golf Course of the Listen Local Podcast, the Beautiful Craguns Legacy Course! While recording at The Legacy, Cragun's Director of Golf Jack Wawro joins the show to chat about: *UPGRADES all around the resort and in the Legacy Pro Shop *Some potential unrl news... *Some potential wild news... *What to expect...

Happy Fishing Opener Weekend Listen Local Fam! On today's episode we catch up with someone who knows fishing very well, Nick Lindner. Nick, whose family is arguably the most recognized fishing family in Minnesota, talks about growing up a Lindner, if he always knew he'd be working in the fishing/angling industry, what it's been like branching off from typical TV media into growing his YouTube and...

Hello Listen Localers! So a last second cancellation from a guest means you get just some good ol' banter from the fellas on today's show. And, per ususal they were a bit all over the board. Some Kentucky Derby betting discussion - plus some hypothetical gambling talk in general - to who American Idol talk to Prom Memories and more. After that the guys dive into Local Happenings and some events yo...

Hello Jammers! Fun one again this week as Isaiah, Jacob, Ken and Mike chat with BOTH Midwest CMO Artist Rachel Neal AND BIR's Sara Walker and Michael Morgan. Very full show, full of great info, and one you'll definitely want to tune into! And remember GET YOUR TICKETS NOW for Lakes Jam 2026. You can buy tickets at Lakes Jam website or get actual physical tickets at Cash Wise Liquor, Kwik Trip and...

Good day to all of our friends in the BLA! Let's get right into it. On today's show we have Dustin Smith from AutoSmith! From the early days of doing remote auto repair to now owning SIX locations all over the BLA, Crosby and McGregor areas the LL crew chat about it all. Among those many topics, Dustin dives into the struggles back in 07-08 when he began this journey, what made him stick with it,...

Happy Weekend Listen Local Fam! Guess what!?! We had something that hasn't happened in a month on today's show... ALL 3 Co-Hosts are in studio! With Colton, Jacob and Isaiah done with their vacations, and traveling - and spring break in the rearview mirror - that leads into the topic for today's show: -When is the best time to travel -Where is the best place all of the hosts have been to -How they...

Hello Listeners! Thanks for tuning into another week of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show we chat with Abby Pelowski of Aspire Creative Co. From diving into all things Social Media Marketing to the hard hitting questions like her favorite lake and pizza place, Abby tells us all about herself and what led her to starting Aspire Creative Co. Also, her business just turned ONE YEAR OLD! So sh...

Hello Listeners! Thanks for tuning into another week of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show we chat with Abby Pelowski of Aspire Creative Co. From diving into all things Social Media Marketing to the hard hitting questions like her favorite lake and pizza place, Abby tells us all about herself and what led her to starting Aspire Creative Co. Also, her business just turned ONE YEAR OLD! So sh...

Hello Listen Localers and welcome back to... Winter?!? The ol' 'snowy mix' has decided to return to Minnesota and it seems like were right in the heart of it. But, no worries here... because rain, snow or shine... do we have a SUPER FUN episode for you today! Co-hosting this episode with Isaiah and Jacob is none other than Tess Taylor from WJJY! Among the many convos had on the show, the main reas...

Hello Jammers!! Well we are now less than 2 MONTHS away from the kickoff to Lakes Jam 2026. And while we've already had some amazing guests on the show this year, this week is no different. The ONE AND ONLY Terri Clark calls in and chats with Ken, Jacob, Isaiah and Mike. From best memories to Mud Trucks, Terri dives into it all, and man is she looking forward to Lakes Jam! Tune in to hear the full...

Helloooo Listen Localers! Hope you are all having a great day, and are in the mood for a great podcast episode, because that's exactly what we have for you today! On this week's show we catch up with Mike Kuck. You may know Mike from the Jaycees, Schroeders Appliance and Home Services, or maybe even as the NEW OWNER of The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store. Yes, that's right, we had speculated on the sh...

Good Day to all of our wonderful listeners! For the second week in a row we catch up with a local Mayor. This week it's the Listen Local Podcast's favorite Mayor (we may or may not contractually have to say that ) THE ONE AND ONLY Tyler Gardner. Tyler hops on to actually have quite the serious discussion as they talk all about this summer's (and possibly next's) major road construction project in...

Happy St. Paddy's Day everyone! On today's show the crew catches up with Crosslake Mayor Jackson Purfeerst to talk prep for the St. Paddy's Day Parade, some of his best memories, and where he feels the best spot to watch is. Also... Jackson has been making moves on the politcal landscape as well, and making appearances on Fox News, Fox and Friends and more. And now, he was just invited to speak at...

Hello Listen Localers! Do we have a HUGE show for you today!! Jacob, Colton and Isaiah recap everything that happened since the last show, which was A LOT! Team USA Mens and Women Hockey Teams win Gold in Overtime, Jacob gets caught in the middle of a Cartel War, and the local boys Northern Lakes Lightning Team Heads to the State Tourney. Then... one of the biggest guests in the show's history......

Hello to our wonderful listeners and welcome back to another week of the Listen Local Podcas While Isaiah did great manning the ship last week, it was good to have the whole crew back for this one. On this week's show the guys caught up with Bill Bradford, the new owner of Brothers Motorsports. Among many other topics, the main thing they discussed was the 'why' factor. ·Why he decided to b...

Hellllllo Listen Local Fam and welcome back! On this episode of the Listen Local Podcast, Isaiah is manning the 'hosting ship' all by himself as Colton and Jacob are both out of town on work trips. Saying that... he did have a couple of familiar faces join the guest segment. Nisswa Chamber President Kalie Jay and Steve from Camp Nisswa stopped by the studio to talk all things Nisswa Winter Jubilee...

Hi Listen Local fam! It is FINALLY warming up outside, and just in time for Crosslake Winterfest and other outdoor winter events happening in the BLA this weekend. On today's episode the crew catch up with Winterfest Committee Members Marlene Mingo and Heather Jones to chat about everything regarding the fun weekend in Crosslake, which actually kicks off Thursday! Also on this show, the guys recap...

Jammers… this episode may be the most fun one we've had yet! The Lakes Jam Podcast - with hosts Ken, Isaiah and Jacob - sat down with Caroline Huff from Huff Entertainment Solutions to talk all things backstage management - artists, crews, shows, chaos, magic, repeat. If you've ever wondered what it's like behind the curtain, Caroline delivers. But THEN - mid-show - we get a call from none...