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This week on the Listen Local Podcast the guys catch up with Melissa from Simply Rustic Floral Design as well as her Crosslake Town Square Neighbor, and good friend Jaclyn from The Squirrelly Mama . These two ladies were a blast! We talked about everything from the Crosslake St. Paddys Day Parade to the ol' Bad Grandma situation many of us heard about a couple weeks back when a lady came into The...

Happy St. Patricks Day!!!! First up, on this super busy episode, the LL Guys had a chance to catch up with Country Recording Artist Anderson Daniels ! Anderson is an MN native - currently living in Nashville - who has many ties to the Brainerd Lakes Area. From playing concerts at Ernies on Gull, to visiting the area with friends as family, and even a tie to Woods to Water! One thing that was very...

Ladies and Gents... This one was a big one! It was so great catching up with Vikings legend and co-owner of Gray Duck Vodka , Chad Greenway . We discuss everything from how the idea of Gray Duck came about, to his trips to the Brainerd Lakes Area, to when you may be able to see him this summer on Gull Lake or in Pequot for the Block Party in front of MN Traders . Plus, of course we had to talk som...

On this episode it was Colton's turn to take a vacation, and while he was gone Isaiah and Jacob caught up with Brainerd Lakes Chamber President Matt Kilian. The three discuss everything from the rise in popularity of the Business After Hours Chamber events to what Matt is most looking forward to in 2022. They also talk about the upcoming Crosslake St. Patrick's Day Parade, and why this year could...

It's the middle of winter and the parties and events haven't slowed down! This weekend is a perfect example of that. While it certainly seemed like Jacob, Isaiah and Colton were all sort of in a salty mood at the beginning of this one - ripping on everything from Kendrick Lamar to the toilet seats in the Punta Cana Airport bathrooms and more - once the guests came on, that's when the fun began. Ou...

Ok everyone, the episode you've been waiting for... Jacob vs the Pequot Splash Pad! In all honesty it was great having Jenni Gonczy - who is leading the Splash Pad committee - on the show to discuss the latest update to said Splash Pad in Pequot Lakes. This was definitely an episode where Colton grabbed his popcorn and just sat back and enjoyed the entertainment of Jacob and Jenni debating pretty...

The events keep on coming here in the Brainerd Lakes Area. This weekend we have WinterFest in Crosslake and the Northwoods Pond Hockey Classic at Breezy Point Resort. On this week's episode, the guys catch up with Crystal Glaser from Manhattan Beach Lodge and Whitefish Properties to talk all-things Crosslake, and what are things you "must do" during winterfest. Then... Colton, Isaiah and Jacob cha...

On the latest episode of Listen Local, the guys catch up with Nate Geike of Kimber Creek Ford to discuss the state of the Car Dealership industry. They talk about everything from the lack of inventory in the dealership-world to the new Ford Models supposedly coming in 2022. ALSO, we dive into Nate's entertainment career, as he's become famous for his Kimber Creek Commercials and social media video...

HELLO Listen Local Fam! This week is all about BIG news involving some BIG events in the Brainerd Lakes Area. We kick off the episode with Eryk Haapajoki from Smiles for Jake . Eryk gives us an update on events they have been and will be hosting, and for anyone who doesn't know about the Smiles for Jake foundation, he tells the backstory of how the foundation got started. Eryk then leads into how...

That's right... Mayor Tyler TRIES to steal Jacob's role on the Podcast as he fills in for him on this fun-filled episode. While the crew does give Jacob a call to see how his BlazeAir video shoots are going in Las Vegas and Phoenix, but the main part of this ep is all about local events and happenings in the Lakes Area. Also, Mayor Tyler gives an update on whats going on around Pequot Lakes, and a...

WELCOME BACK FOLKS!!! We are so stoked to be back for another season of Listen Local. On this episode we dicuss all of the new plans for this year's shows, how we want to get our listeners more involved (including giveaways and contests), and we even break out the BRAND NEW opener to the show! Also, make sure to listen to the whole episode to find out how you can win 2 Tickets to the Ice Fishing E...

MERRY CHRISTMAS! What a year it has been for the Listen Local crew. It wouldn't have been the same without our amazing listeners, and of course our incredible sponsor of Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation ! On this episode we dive deep into everything Christmas; the best movies, games, and Isaiah even has a new xmas themed trivia game. Plus, we catch up with Pequot Lakes Chamber Director Nichol...

The episode that brought out all of the emotions. From the laughing to the crying, this by far was the most emotional Listen Local episode yet. We caught up with our friend Emilee Mae Struss to discuss some very important topics. You may know Emilee as the Editor of the Lake Country Journal , and while we do touch on that - and the story she wrote about the podcast - the main reason we wanted her...

On the latest episode of the Listen Local podcast, the guys catch up with Chris and Kelsey of Cuyuna Cove in Crosby. They discuss everything from how the idea of "The Cove" came to fruition, what it was like living out of an RV for a while, making the choice to move to Crosby, what the past couple of years have been like, annnnnnd what it's like having travel influencers from around the world want...

Beach Boys, X Games, BRP and the Pleasure Palace... all topics discussed on this episode between the LL Guys and special guest Colton Sturm . And yes, you read that right, "THE PLEASURE PALACE". On a serious note for a second tho, HUGE thanks to Sturm for coming on the show to tell us some of his best X Games Athlete stories, being a ambassador for BRP's Lynx Snowmobiles , starting a business in t...

With Thanksgiving now in the rearview mirror, that means it's officially Christmas season, and here in the BLA that is definitely one of the "most wonderful times of the year." From the hallmark-looking towns, to our community coming together, there's no better place in the world to be! On the note of community coming together, we felt that since this is the first post-thanksgiving episode, it's t...

We've had quite the Fall here in the Brainerd Lakes Area. From the colors to the hunting and so much more, it's definitely been a memorable one. That goes for us here at Listen Local as well. We would like to thank all of our guests that have been on the show over the past couple of months. Whether it was Celebrity Fishing Guide Walleye Dan telling us his most memorable stories, or Outdoorsman Jor...

SOMEONE BOUGHT THE "W" RANCH ON HIGHWAY 1!!! And guess what... we know that someone, or in this case, 'someones'. That's right, our friends from Pequot Lakes Jeremiah Duvall and Joby Goerges from Pequot Lakes purchased the 520 acre estate and are turning it into "Minnesota's Ultimate Getaway". From the lodging to the golf course, to the ropes course and more, you will now be able to rent all of th...

Oh yeah, right off the bat we're gonna tell you this is a MUST LISTEN! The Listen Local guys caught up with local Hunting Expert Jordan Yira , and this convo was something else to say the least. While yes, Jordan gave some GREAT tips for hunting this weekend, but I think the main thing here is that he, along with Colton and Isaiah, taught a Hunting 101 class to Jacob. There are definitely some lau...

On this Halloween-week episode we catch up with the LEGEND, Walleye Dan! The LL Crew was so excited when they got him on the schdule and he didn't disappoint. They talk about everything from where the name "Walleye Dan" came from, to his appearances on TV and even spending time with one of the stars of Duck Dynasty. Dan also talks about the most memorable experince he's had during the many year's...

Annnnnnnd, we're back. But for the FIRST OFFICIAL time with a Brand New Sponsor. That's right, agreements have been made, checks have been signed, and most importantly BRAND SPANK'N NEW equipmtent has been ordered! We couldn't be happier to be partnering with Tyler Gardner and his companies Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation. While you've already heard his voice from time to time on the show, g...

It's finally here!!! The Minnesota Traders Co. GRAND OPENING is this Saturday, October 16th, and the Listen Local guys catch up with Traders General Manager Brock Heath. They discuss everything from Brock and his family's decision to make the move up to the Brainerd Lakes Area, his over 20-years spent at the iconic Kieran's Irish Pub in Minneapolis, how the first few month's at Trader's have gone...

Fall 2021 has officially arrived, and here in the Brainerd Lakes Area the colors have started popping. Which means, if you are looking for one last getaway, or staycation, before the snow starts flying, the time is now! One of the many places you can stay is the historic Craguns Resort on Gull Lake, where the colors are looking amazing right now. In this episode the Listen Local guys catch up with...

In this episode, Jacob and Isaiah head out to the Pequot Lakes Sanitation headquarters and catch up with Pequot Lakes Mayor, and owner of PL Sanitation, Tyler Gardner. This has to be the most in-depth episode the guys have had yet. Like they actually got serious for a little bit!! There's been a lot happening in Pequot over the summer, from emergency meetings, to possible Covid outbreaks, to yes.....

ATTENTION EVERYONE... It's officially fall beer season in the Brainerd Lakes Area! And it kicks off this weekend at the Roundhouse Brewery Oktoberfest. Now that we have you're attention, this is one episode you won't want to miss! The Listen Local guys had to head out to Roundhouse to catch up with their President, Mark Lelwica to discuss all of this weekend's events out there. IT SOUNDS INCREDIBL...