The Cripescast Podcast

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and record producer Skylar Grey joins Charlie on the Cripescast. She discusses growing up in Wisconsin, her new single "Last One Standing" with Eminem, and where her music is going next.

This week, stand up comedian Drew Lynch joins the Cripescast to talk about his path to comedy, his new stand up special and what it means to be a content creator today.

On a special episode of the Cripescast, we have not one, but two Olympic medalists and runners for team USA, Molly Seidel and Kenny Bednarek. Also, we got a couple of special guests helping out with the intro, ad reads and outro, Myles “The You Betcha Guy” Montplaisir and Dude Dad, aka Taylor Calmus.

Green Bay Packers linebacker Rashan Gary joins the Cripescast to talk all things Packers, his love for Kwik Trip, and living in the Midwest.

Stand-up comedian Mark Normand (The Tonight Show, Conan, and The Late Show) joins Charlie on the Cripescast to talk about the art of writing great stand-up jokes, opening for Seinfeld, and performing in the Midwest.

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher, Daulton Varsho, joins Charlie this week to discuss all things baseball and what he misses most about the Midwest.

Comedian, actor, and writer, Josh Wolf, joins Charlie this week to talk about stand-up, social media and comedy, politics, and his worst bomb ever.

Lt. Eduardo M. Garza Jr. joins the Cripescast to talk about his work at the Center for Veterans Issues, resources for veterans re-entering civilian life, and mental health awareness for veterans.

Professional lumberjack and outdoor educator, Kate Witkowski, joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week to talk about life as a lumberjack, survival skills and teaching in northern Wisconsin.

Workaholics star and co-creator, Anders Holm, joins the Cripescast this week. He and Charlie talk about Anders’ career path, his advice for people starting out in the biz, and their shared experience of owning a minivan while starting out in LA.

Correspondent for NBC 4-LA, host for IMDb, and host of her own podcast "PRETTYSMART”, Danielle Robay, joins Charlie on the Cripscast this week. They talk about her career, her experience of being a woman in the news industry, and the importance of a Midwest work ethic.

This week Charlie reads an excerpt from his upcoming book "The Midwest Survival Guide" because he messed up and didn't get a guest.    Pre-order your copy here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-midwest-survival-guide-charlie-berens?variant=33063504969762

The Record Company’s Chris Vos joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. They discuss Chris’ journey from growing up on a farm to his successful music career, their shared love for the Milwaukee Bucks, and the need for more Sheepshead across the world.

April Stone is the last black ash basket weaver of the Bad River Ojibwe people. She joins Charlie on this week’s Cripescast to discuss the cultural significance of her craft, Indigenous life in northern Wisconsin and the environmental threats that may upend her passion.

Host of People in 10, three-time competitor on Survivor, and Random Lake native, Andrea Boehlke joins the Cripescast this week. She and Charlie discuss her career path, the art of interviewing, her love of Wisconsin.

On a very special episode of the Cripescast this week, we have our first-ever Berens family interview with none other than Grandma Sue. She and Charlie talk about her life in Wisconsin, meeting Grandpa Bob, and her love of family and Hallmark movies.

Daily Show correspondent and comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins Charlie this week on the Cripescast. The two discuss the comedy industry, Roy’s take on political satire, and advice for those who are trying to become a stand-up comic.

Milwaukee-based Entrepreneur Maanaan Sabir joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. Maanaan shares tips for being an entrepreneur, navigating racial divides, his various business ventures including Shindig, and the re-opening of the Sherman Phoenix.

Shawna Nicols (aka DJ Shawna) is the official DJ and producer of the Milwaukee Bucks. She joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week to discuss her careers in music and basketball, her love of DJing, Milwaukee’s LGBTQ community and her upcoming debut single.

Grammy-winning singer and Wauwatosa native Grace Weber joins the Cripescast this week to talk about her journey in the music industry. She and Charlie discuss the release of her debut album “A Beautiful Space”, her creative process, and the proper way to grill brats.

Scott Laeser, farmer and Water Program Director for Clean Wisconsin, joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week to discuss some of the top water issues facing Wisconsin. They dive deep into many topics surrounding the agriculture industry and offer up some potential solutions for improving Wisconsin’s water.

Chef Yia Vang, co-owner of Twin Cities restaurants Union Hmong Kitchen and Vinai, joins Charlie this week on the Cripescast. Yia talks about his love for the Midwest, his family’s journey to America, and how food can help share their story.

This week, Charlie is joined by stand-up comedian Leanne Morgan. She talks about the South, her family, finding her truth in comedy, and getting her start selling jewelry at parties. Leanne and Charlie also compare the way we talk in the North vs. the South.

It’s an off week for the Cripescast but that didn’t stop Charlie from talking. We’ve got updates on all things Cripescast, Manitowoc Minute, Charlie’s stand up tour, and his recent trip to Alaska.

Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Preston Cole, joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. They discuss PFAS in Wisconsin water, transparency, working with the dairy industry, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the Wisconsin outdoors.   To get Grandpa Bob’s Tackle Box head here: https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/manitowocminute/products/grandpa...