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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...

Goooooooood Day Everyone! Wow, do we have a full episode today. So much Lakes Area news, updates and happenings on this episode, including the one and only Pam Dorion stopping by the studio! Pam tells us all about what to expect at the upcoming Nisswa City of Lights festival, how she felt the past year's events have gone, and some potential BIG THINGS coming to town in the next year. Plus... The B...

Man.... was it a week of ups and downs. Especially on the ol' social media machine. And yes... we know we played into it a bit ;) Here are some of the topics discussed on this week's episode: *The reaction (good and bad) to the Lakes Jam Rock Headliner Announcement (and you bet your boots we read, and call out, the mean facebook comments) *Our trip out to Rafferty's Crosby to chat with our good ol...

You heard it here first! Well maybe second.... Regardless, we now know who the Rock Headliner is going to be at Lakes Jam 2023! Tune in to this quick Listen Local update as we call up our pal Ken Lacy to let us know who that headliner is going to be, as well as some other updates in the works for next year's music fest. And remember, you can always head over to LakesJam.com to purchase your ticket...

Hello family, friends and fello Listen Localers! Hope you are all doing well!!! We're guessing you are doing much better than a couple of "fisherman" in the Lake Erie area. That's right... if you haven't heard this story about the two men who were in a big money fishing tourney on Lake Erie from last week you must! They were stuffing golf ball sized weights in dead fish... Yes. This is a real stor...

Happy International Podcast Day everyone!!! That's right... today - Friday September 30th 2022 - is International Podcast Day, and what perfect timing as this episode is all about bringing attention to local Charities, non-profits, and other organizations! Ok... that might not be ALL we talk about, but definitely the most important. Other discussion points on this episode: - The Homecoming Massacr...

Our friends over at the Minnesota Loons in Breezy Point have some new faces, so of course we HAD to get them on the Listen Local Podcast! New GM Patrick Munson and Director of Advertising and Social Media Bailey Heisler moved to the BLA just a couple of months back to start their new lives with the Loons. Among many other things, Patrick - who has a professional hockey background - tells us his ba...

Happy Labor Day Weekend!!! The weather is great, the music has been amazing, and the best part (other than this episode dropping) is all of the smiles we're seeing on people's faces! It has been a great start to this "end of summer" weekend. Now, back to this episode - which is numero 30 of this year - we had the opportunity to catch up with the winner of last week's PGA Tour Canada CRMC Champions...

That's right folks... the Great Minnesota Get Together is officially underway! Whether you're a fan of fried food, games at the midway, visiting all of the activations and booths, or just some good ol' people watching, there isn't a better place in MN for all of that. So, on that topic, the Colton, Jacob and Isaiah share some of their MN State Fair memories, and what they are most looking forward...

Gooooooood morning, afternoon or evening LL Listeners! Hope you all had a wonderful week, and do we have an awesome episode for you! This one was SUPER fun, and extremely entertaining, if you ask us... We had THE Ken Lacy on the show for the first time since Lakes Jam 2022. He and the LL crew discuss everthing from his thoughts on this past LJ, to what NEW things to expect for next year's event! T...

Hi Everyone!!! Among many other topics, the LL crew recaps local events such as last weekend's PL Street Dance, Choke Cherry Fest, and the various live music performances. They also talk about the BIG upcoming events like NHRA Nationals at BIR, the CRMC Championship at Craguns, and while this one is a little outside the BLA... this weekend's Grand Country Nights music fest down at Grand Casino Hin...