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Hi Everybody! Another week, another episode of great guests! This may very well be our longest episode yet. First, we catch up with our friend, and Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Grand View Lodge , ANNND most importantly the better-half of our pal and Sponsor Andy Vantreese! Denise talks to us about how she got into the resort and hospitality industry, traveling around the country with...

Welcome back Lakes Jam Listeners! Fun show today as Ken and the crew catch up with Radio Personalities Bill Satre of B93.3 in Brainerd and Paul Thomas of 102.9 The Wolf in the Twin Cities! Among many other topics Bill and PT tell us about some of their best Lakes Jam memories, plus PT talks about the Midwest CMO and Livin Foundation. Also on this episode, local BLA band Wayside stops by and play s...

Hello everyone and wow do we have a show for you today! On today's episode we catch up with our pal Anderson Daniels who is nominated for not 1, not 2, not 3, but FOUR categories at this year's Midwest CMO Awards. We dive into everything "Midwest Country Music Organization," and which of the nominations he's most proud of. Plus, he tells us what he's been up to since we last spoke, and where in th...

Happy Easter Weekend! On this episode Isaiah and Colton man the ship while Jacob calls-in from his trip to Grand View Lodge South aka Tanque Verde Ranch in Arizona. The guys talk about this weekend's events, including where they will be enjoying the holiday weekend, and some restaurants in the BLA where you can find an Easter Brunch. It's also Masters Weekend! Always a treat when big sporting even...

Happy Friday everyone! Hope you all had a wonderful week. We have a great episode for you! First, we recap the events of the past couple of weeks in the Lakes Area, then we get right to our Guest, Brian Lehman. Over the couple decades in the BLA, Brian has been the Mayor of Nisswa, owned a business consulting agency, worked many years at the Chamber and even was Jacob's summer league baseball coac...

We break out the music in Episode 3! Up-and-coming country artist Jacob Borgstrom (Brainerd Lakes native) joins the show to tell us about how he got into music, some events he has coming up, and even performs a couple of songs on the show! Also, Ken and the crew catch up with Travis Banks, who is in charge of talent aquisition for Lakes Jam. He dives into everything that goes into locking in artis...

That's right people, there is just soooo much happening in the BLA right now! On this episode we talk more current events and happenings than usual. Topics that include: *St. Paddy's Day *LOTS of Minnesota Vikings News... Including the Adam Thielen's departure *It's Minnesota State High School Tourney time for Hockey, Basketball, Wrestling and more! *Upcoming and new events coming to the BLA in th...

Hello everybody! Hope you are all doing well, and enjoying the snow that seems to never stop falling in this wonderful state of ours. This episode is ALL ABOUT the preparation for the upcoming Crosslake St. Paddy's Parade happening Saturday March 18th. Crosslake Chamber Director Cindy Myogeto tells us everything we need to expect at this year's parade. We also hear from Boyd Lodge owner Mike Schwi...

Happy Monday everyone!!! First off, we wanted to let everyone know that this isn't your traditional Listen Local episode. This show was all about (well mostly about) why we missed putting out a podcast last week! Colton was in Costa Rica with his wife Natalia as they went to visit the place where their coffee beans actually come from! Isaiah and Jacob on the other hand, were chillin on the beaches...

Ye Olde Pickle Factory & the Nisswa Jubilee That is right people, it FINALLY happened! We have officially recorded a show from The Pickle with the LEGEND Terry Wallin! Plus, not only did we have Terry, but another local celeb Nisswa's Citizen of the Year, Tina Foster ! On this episode, we dive into everything Nisswa Jubilee, including this year's schedule and Terry and Tina's top Jubilee memor...

On our second episode of the Lakes Jam podcast - Presented by Listen Local - Ken, Isaiah and Jacob venture down to one of the staples of Brainerd, Sheps on 6th to speak with Shep himself, as well as the MC of Lakes Jam Mr. Mike Schmidt. This show definitely brought out the laughter, as both Mike and Shep (who have been a part of Lakes Jam since the first year) talk about some of their best memorie...

Hi EVERYONE!!! On this episode we get Wild(e) about landscaping as the Listen Local crew catches up with Matt Wildenauer, owner of Wilde North . We talk to Matt about how he's not your average landscaper, and the how the philosophy of Wilde North is different than any other landscaping company in the Brainerd Lakes Area. They also dive into why he and his wife decided to move to the Brainerd Lakes...

Hello everyone, and yes you read that right! We've been talking about it since last years Lakes Jam and we finally did it. Listen Local has a new home, and that home is in the form of a Traveling Studio thanks to our friends at Outlet Recreation Crosslake who will be the FIRST official Studio Sponsor! This 22-foot Listen Local LEGEND Ice House will be traveling to events all around the BLA and bey...

It's that weekend people.... The Extravaganza is here! This episode is dedicated to everything Jaycee's Ice Fishing Extravaganza ! Hear EVERYTHING you need to know from the team of Sheena, Brandon and Shane. Plus... Some BIG news in regards to the future of Listen Local, so make sure to tune in! As always... Thanks to our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation...

You heard us right! The time is finally here. Listen Local has officially partnered with Lakes Jam, and will now be the Official Podcast of Lakes Jam, but also be the presenting host of the monthly "Lakes Jam Podcast." Once a month, Isaiah, along with Colton or Jacob will co-host this Lakes Jam-centric show with their General Manager, Ken Lacy. Ken will be bringing in guests from all around the mu...

Hello everybody! Thanks for tuning into another episode of the Listen Local Podcast! On this episode we cover everything from this weekend's Cor Powersports Nisswa 100 to Holiday Party Shenanigans to another Lakes Jam update! All of that AND MORE on this week's show. And as always, thank you so much to Tyler Gardner and Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! If you don't have a red or black garbag...

It's officially season 4 of the Listen Local Podcast and we couldn't be more excited!! On the first OFFICIAL ep of this year, Colton, Isaiah and Jacob discuss what to expect from the podcast this year, partnering with Lakes Jam who will kick off their first official podcast with us next week, and some local BLA events you should be attending THIS WEEKEND! Also, Colton is back! So, he recaps some o...

Happy New Year to our amazing listeners! You guys have been incredible! It's so awesome when we're out and around town and people come up and talk with us. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE always let us know your thoughts, good or bad! On this last episode we catch up with our friend, Lucas Mumm who is living his dream out in LA working in the Film Industry. We chat about everything from growing up a "Crossla...

Merry Christmas to all of our wonderful listeners!! On this episode we catch up with the new owners of the ALL NEW Ox Lake Tavern in Crosslake. There has been a lot of rumblings on who bought the former Bourbon Room building, what type of business it will be, and why they feel this is the right time to open. So, make sure to tune in to find all about what Corey and Kathryn Palmer, who are also the...

Hello everyone! Well... it has been one snowy week. Hope you are all enjoying this winter wonderland! Speaking of winter wonderlands, our guest this week tells us about THE PLACE in the BLA to go take in some fun holiday scenery, but you have to go soon! That's right, it is the last weekend at Copper Creek's Christmas Acres, and we have their Marketing Director Kaylee Swendsrud on the this episode...

It's that time of year people! Are you in the Holiday spirit yet?! Thanks for tuning into this very Christmas-centric episode where we hit on everything from the 11th Annual Santa's Bobbin' into town in Pequot Lakes to catching up with the founder of the Best Christmas Ever Movement ! So... First, yes we give our friend Tyler Gardner a call to discuss updates the at the latest city council meeting...

Hello everyone! Hope that all of our loyal listeners had a wonderful Thanksgiving. On this episode we catch up with Chris Clasen, Partner at Clasen and Schiessl CPAs, Ltd. Now, we know most of you are probably thinking "how can an interview about taxes be entertaining?" Well... listen in and you'll definitely find out! Not only does Chris give tips and advice about taxes this upcoming season, but...

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our wonderful Listen Local listeners! This episode is "stuffed" full of of Thanksgiving topics, including of course the 'top thanksgiving foods' discussion. Also, our good ol' pal Pam Dorion for all everything we need to know regarding the Nisswa City of Lights Celebration , which begins mid-day Friday. Last but not least... thank you so much to Tyler Gardner and Pequo...

Hello All! Lot's of stuff going on this past week, so let's get right to it! First... The whole LL crew is back in studio, and while Colton and Jacob give a update about their recent adventures, the main topics of this episode are the elections, THE new local Heating and Cooling Company, and yes... we have a new Sheriff in town! Speaking of that new Sheriff, it is none other than our pal, and Pequ...

Happy Friday to our amazing Listen Localers! We know a lot of you listeners are extremely excited for this upcoming weekend, as it is the kickoff to Rifle Hunting Opener! Now, since it is Hunting Opener what better time to bring in our resident Hunting enthusiast, ambassador and friends Jordan and Greta Yira. To say hunting is a massive part of their lives, well.. that would be a massive understat...