x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Eau Claire Hometown Media

Eau Claire Hometown Media

What is going on in my hometown? Our podcast looks at a wide range of topics in Eau Claire and Western Wisconsin. New shows daily covering everything from News, Sports, Entertainment, Family, Dogs, Comedy, Health and More. Hosted by a variety of newsmakers in the Chippewa Valley. National items are explored with a local perspective. This is the place to go beyond the headlines and hear what people in town are really doing. We celebrate the First Amendment by hearing from all sides. If you are

news news commentary

All Episodes

00:35:39

Coffee at the Cottage #88: Mayor Candidate Grady...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/06

The mayoral race in Menomonie takes center stage thiselection season and it starts with a primary on February 17th. One of the challengers to long-term mayorRandy Knaack is Grady Richartz and he joins Emilie to discuss why he wants the position. We learn his background, hiscommunity involvement with groups like Big Brothers/Big Sisters and what his goals as mayor would be. That includes his transparent thoughts on the Data Center #wisconsinliving#westernwisconsin #podcastrecommendations #localtalk

en

00:24:17

Railroaders Live #11: Celebrating Girls in Sports

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/06

Railroaders' head girls basketball coach Michelle Peplinski returns to share insight as the team readies for the postseason later in the month. We also discuss the rise in opportunities for girls to participate in sports both directly and indirectly and why the nurturing and supportive culture of girls sports in Altoona has created strong participation numbers.Michelle also shares with us what the team's service project was and why it hit close to home for the community, and details the

en

00:35:51

The Kitchen Sink #41: Partners with the Community

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/06

In this episode, Brit and Susie are joined by Angela Roe,Partnership Manager at Feed My People Food Bank to talk about the critical role she and her team play in fighting hunger across our communities. She works to connect communities over a 14-county radius, identifying where food insecurity exists and both establishing new pantries and assisting existing ones. They also dig into the evolving needs of theregion and how food insecurity looks different than many expect.#communitycares #hungerrelief

en

00:43:02

Hot Dish and Headliners #3: Zac Neal and Special...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/06

Join Zach and Nick as they sit down with Zac Neal of To Be Alive (TBA), singer and guitar player of Neal Brothers Acoustic Duo, and drummer of their band Shovelhead. Hear about recording and the first of hopefully many hotdish exclusive announcements.#musicpodcast #musictalk #supportlocalmusic #hometownsounds #eauclairemusic #chippewavalleymusic #newmusic

en

00:29:38

2/5 Talk of the Town

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/05

Live at 3pm on our YouTube Page and podcast posted shortly after- One of our podcasts won "best of" - A new video out promoting a local event will tug at your sentimental cord- Ruh roh Shaggy, going on in Cadott

en

00:27:15

Purpose Driven Retirement: 2026 Retirement Forecast

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/05

Pat and Jesse look ahead to the rest of the year with various changes you need to know, including increased contribution limits for IRAs and 401Ks, new tax deductions, adjustments to Social Security and Medicare and more.The Purpose Driven Retirement Podcast is the podcast version of the weekly radio show with Pat Couture and Jesse Becker, financial advisors with Keystone, an Eau Claire, Wisconsin based firm. The program takes a look at topics related to retirement planning and the necessary areas

en

00:27:01

Fair Talk #50: Meet the 2026 Fairest of the Fair

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/04

Presented by the Northern Wisconsin State FairOn this episode we are joined by Adeline Frank, the 2026 Northern Wisconsin State Fair “Fairest of the Fair” to discuss what it means to serve as an ambassador for one of the region’s most beloved traditions. Adeline shares her own experiences showing photography, baked goods and eventually swine at the fair growing up to then pursuing thisopportunity. We also learn what goes into selecting the annual Fairest of the Fair, what the responsibilities are

en

00:24:34

Board by Board #2: Hire People Smarter Than You

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/04

After establishing his company over the last two decades inthe Twin Cities, Troy Solis is now venturing into the Eau Claire Area with Sol-IS Technology, with the aim of helping other small businesses have secured systems and fend off cyber-attacks. Troy shares the story of how a chance meeting with a fellow petty officer during his time in the Navy, embedded in his brain what he wanted to do for a career. How he has learned that different positions in companies come with different personalities.

en

00:27:59

Mack Chat #80: There is No Substitute

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/04

We hear the personal perspective of the McDonellCatholic School system with Beth Leahy and one of her kids, her oldest Cate (age 5). Beth shares the experience of amother with a budding family, what drew her into the school system, how the balance of play vs. curriculum played a vital role. We learn the benefits mom has already seen from her daughter. The impact of the virtue-based lessons thatstudents receive? What has surprised herthat she wasn’t expecting?From Cate, she gives us the view of a

en

00:32:36

2/3 Talk of the Town

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/03

Scott defends Eau Claire school students protesting last week but also wonders if his mixed views make him unwelcome at Water Street eatery after it posted an aggressive sign.Plus, important notoriety for local volunteers doing great work to help local healthcare coverage

en

00:28:12

The Living Gallery w/ The Heyde Center #6: Adam Bohanan

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/03

Adam Bohanan is a Twin Cities based musician and songwriterwhose music draws from soul, jazz, funk and R&B. He also likes to incorporate, as his bio suggests, nerdy references into his song writing. He and the Adam Bohanan Trio come to the Heyde Center on Saturday March 28th and ahead of thatperformance he sits down with us.We learn about his experience reaching the semi-final stageof NBC’s The Voice in 2024.How Steve Wonder’s works has influenced his song writingThe impact his parents’ own

en

00:30:37

Menomonie Talk #19 - Spring Gardening Tips and Why...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/03

Get the green thumb ready as Margaret Murphy, Regional Horticulture Educator with UW-Extension, talks with us about spring gardening planning. She tells us how you can start planting some plants NOW indoors to get a head start, and shares practice advice to better your chance at success. Also, when is the right time to clean-up your garden (too soon vs. too late), reasons to get a soil test, the types of plants that thrive better here and resources you should know about.#springgardening

en

00:12:01

Boys and Girls Club Podcast #8: The Power Pair:...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/03

Public communication is a skill that is only growing in importance and on this episode we’re shining alight on an incredible speech-development program the Boys and Girls Club has that is helping young people discover confidence, clarity and the power of their own voices. Local Club Operations Director Paige Stucky explains their Youth of the Year Programming that focuseson writing and public speaking skills, culminating in the Youth of the Year Gala coming March 26 at the Florian Gardens

en

00:09:46

Local Cents w/ Pillar Bank #47 What Are Your Savings...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/02

Saving Money isn’t about getting rich, its about being ready. Lisa Lyon and Brooke McLaren with Pillar Bank joinus to provide some ideas to create good habits from different perspectives. From stashing away a set percentage of thatpaycheck to 401Ks Brooke provides some suggestions from a Gen Z demographic while Lisa tells us what savings couldlike for the Gen X generation. They let us know why consistency, not necessarily the amount, is the key to success in savings.We also learn about Pillar

en

00:16:42

Marcon Unleashed #192

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/02/02

The mess in Minnesota from the top down and the complexities are addressed by Dan on this week’s episode. The Alex Pretti death has brought the Minnesota concealed weapon law into focus, and Dan discusses why simplyhaving a permit doesn’t make one immune to existing laws (and why when you do carry you should be held to higher standard).He also recaps a recent conference he was at, and someupdates on gear that is currently at (and coming soon to) the store. He also talks about their gun

en

00:14:35

1/31 Let the Kids Play

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/31

With the NHL readying to enter the Olympic break, Derek takes a look at where things stand

en

00:25:16

Railroaders Live #10: Lets Play Hockey

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/30

The postseason nears for area high school hockey,including for RAM Hockey, with head coach Mick Podruch sitting down with us to give an update on the season. Hediscusses ways the team has had to deal with adversity, the excitement of playing a toucher schedule to ready for the Division I level tournament and spotlights some of the team’s key contributors and strengths.We also discuss the introduction of the Middler BorderConference Tournament, something not many conferences in Wisconsin do across

en

00:34:07

1/29 Talk of the Town (Hungry Italian Edition)

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/29

Scott touches on the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport, ICE protests downtown and whether "expo" trips are worth it for professionals.Later, its time for some local reviews including what he feels is the BEST SANDWICH in town

en

00:29:51

Banker with the Beer: Jobs Aplenty in the Area

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/29

There are opportunities aplenty for employment in the manufacturing sector, and an upcoming event is designed to open the doors to the community to see what opportunities exist. The 3rd Annual Chippewa Falls Manufacturing Career Showcase is March 7th, educating the types of jobs that exist by welcoming students, educators, parents and job seekers to come inside various businesses and experience what opportunities exist. Katie Rurup with Cadrex Manufactoring and Amanda Schemenauer with Nordon EDI

en

00:24:19

Chippewa Chats #24: Nourishing Hope in Chippewa Falls

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/29

With a need that is only growing, Agne’s Table continues to serve individuals and families Chippewa Falls. ExecutiveDirector Paula Gregory joins us to discuss this nonprofit that is dedicated to addressing food insecurity with compassion and community. She discusses where funding comes from, thevarious ways people in the community can help and what the biggest challenges are. We also learn how they arebalancing immediate needs with trying to find long-term solutions.#chippewafalls#foodinsecurity

en

1,885 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News

CD Voice

China Daily

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi

Jeffrey Epstein: The Coverup Chronicles

Bobby Capucci