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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

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00:28:56

Banker with a Beer: Meet the Man Who Started a...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/08

On this episode, we meet Scott Zielski who is the President/CEO of Aaanie which is a software company based in Eau Claire that started almost a decade ago. They focus on delivering scheduling software solutions for child care and senior care. He discusses…- Going through a whole re-brand of the company twoyears ago- Why did he choose to be based in EauClaire? What drawbacks if any are there?- What exactly does their software do?- Their decision build their software locally

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00:33:08

Beyond the Stage w/ Pablo #18: The Vibrancy of the...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/08

One of Eau Claire’s master of the pen BJ Hollars joins the podcast to highlight the area’s writing scene. A prolific writer and creator, BJ is the Director of Chippewa Valley Writers Guild, author of numerous books and one of the creative forces behind the award-winning documentary Rubber Hit the Road and the upcoming Kings of Kubb. The rise and role technology plays in the relevance of writing What is the Writers Guild and its ties to the Pablo Center with

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00:28:19

Board by Board with Randi McVinnie #1

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/07

The area has no shortage of stories of entrepreneurs who’ve built “board by board” and this series will highlight those individuals and their stories. On the debut episode, we meetthe series host Randi McVinnie (owner of BONDS in Altoona) who details her own business story and the goal behind the show. She shares insights into her successes and setbacks, the oddest things she’s had to overcome and what she hopes future guests will share about the Chippewa Valley’s emerging businesscommunity.

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00:28:06

Mack Chat: Mother/Daughter

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/07

Rebecca Beaufeaux, one of the teachers in the McDonell system, is joined by her daughter Delilah on the episode. We get a glimpse into why one family not only works with the system but believes its the best option for their children's education

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00:26:35

Fair Talk #48 - Honoring a Legend

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/07

After years or livestock weigh-ins, signing concert acts and the unmistakable smell of fried food, Rusty Volk has retired from the Northern Wisconsin State Fair. We get the chance to honor Rusty as he officially exists after 17 years in the role.- Highlights and Challenges He Overcame- Where the fair was and how he leaves it- Advice for the area…we are in a transition period with many longtime leaders having retired in late 2025. - Where will his ample energy go to

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00:33:13

1/6 Talk of the Town

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/06

ICE (in more ways than one) is all over the areaChippewa Falls has selected a new Superintendent and its caused a stirWEAU picks an odd time to "make a scene"Clarity with the proposed data center in Dunn County?

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00:10:27

Boys and Girls Club Podcast #6: How the Boys and...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/06

Dunn County’s child care needs match those of America in which gaps exist. Ashley Magaard , center director for the club’s Menomonie center, discusses how the Boys and Girls Club assists in filling the childcare needs. From the time school lets out to when parents come home from work can be 2 or more hours in many cases. Without child care, some parentsfeel a need to cut back paid hours, or leave a job altogether.

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00:28:02

The Living Gallery w/ The Heyde Center #5 : Insun...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/06

As part of her first tour outside of Korea, Insun Park andher band The Generals will be coming to the Heyde Center on Thursday February 26th. This fusion of traditional Korean music and mask dance rhythms with rock is very unique. Insun shares insights into what to expect from the show, her background and what she is excited most about withthis first tour coming to Western Wisconsin.

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00:20:44

Menomonie Talk #17 - Menomonie Free Clinic

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/06

A barrier to healthcare is affordability, an issue being addressed by the Free Clinic of the Greater Menomonie Area, which provides primary care services to many area residents annually. Operating once-a-week, the clinic’s volunteer doctors, nurses and administrative staff serve as the medical team for families that otherwise can’t afford care. Clinic RN Ann Schram and Board Member Britta Miller share insights into the program, who is eligible, the type of services offered and how one can sign

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00:33:56

Where to Next? Travel Tips from a Local Travel...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/05

Presented by Poquette, Donnellan and Schlewtiz LawAs a local business, Poquette, Donnellan and Schlewtiz Law shares that bond with other local entrepreneurs and on this episode, Keenan Crawford introduces us to Stephanie Homann the owner of Intentional Journeys. This is a local travel agency that can help individuals and groups plan that trip. We learn the benefits of working with a travel agent as opposed to trying to go it alone.What does the process of working with a travel agent looklike? The

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00:18:23

Local Cents w/ Pillar Bank #45 - State of the Bank

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/05

The President and CEO of Pillar Bank, Shane Bauer, looksback at the last year and assess the goals they had set and where the bank succeeded. He notes examples of “wins”they had with the community. Shane also addresses working to attract the younger generations to the bank, as the population of the area overall grows older. Additionally, he also addresses the bank’s work to strengthen its internal culture amongst its workforce.

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00:28:24

Purpose Driven Retirement Podcast: Naughty or Nice List

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2026/01/01

Pat and Jesse take some scenarios and decide whether the person involved goes on the retirement naughty or nice list for Christmas. Then they look at some resolutions you can look at going into 2026 to help bolster your finances for retirement.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

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00:46:29

EC Chamber Business Matters #3 UWEC and the...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/26

The Chamber at UWEC share more than a century ofinterconnected history and the vibrant partnership is highlighted here as Interim Chancellor Dr. Michael Carney is the guest, the university is a major source of economic and social identity for the community, and the organizations have collaborated on a number of areas over the years.- The development of the new sciencebuilding and its potential impact on the community - UWEC’s unique position in medical education - Search for the new UWEC

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00:30:58

On Tap w/ Moonridge #4 - Eric Rykal and Modicum Brewing

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/26

Operator of the popular Modicum Brewing, Eric Rykal, joinshis colleagues Andrew and Nick with MoonRidge to discuss the passion of beer brewing and operating a location in the local business climate. He shares insight into his thought process as to what his nine-year old business brews and how he follows (and avoids) trends that come along.And the guys into the science behind brewing and the varyingchoices to the process that lead to different products. Eric highlights the tiny details he’s become

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00:25:54

Eau the Places We'll Go - Bragging about Eau Claire

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/26

Bragging about our area’s highlights is the job of Visit EauClaire’s Senior PR Manager Luke Alexopoulos. He pulls back the curtain on how Eau Claire is marketed to the regionand the world, from showcasing different events, to telling the stories of the communities. He talks tourism, economic impact and what is really takes to get people to put Eau Claire on their travel map. Whether you’re a local who already loves it here or someonecurious about the region, you’ll get insight into our town.

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00:28:41

Banker with a Beer: Familiar Faces Leading the Charge...

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/25

The arrival of 2026 brings with it new leadership atNorthwestern Bank with Tracey Smiskey and Jamie Leibrandt. These two long standing members of the local business community and Northwestern Bank get ready to share the top roles for the retiring legend Jerry Jacobson. Tracey will be the CEO with Jamie the President and they lay out what they are excited about and the opportunity in front of them. How do they view their leadership styles? Looking at 2026 in banking, how does a community bank stay

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00:28:44

Purpose Driven Retirement: Cutting Interest Rates

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/25

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates a few weeks ago, and may extend those cuts further. Pat and Jesse take a look at what this could mean for the economy going forward, especially how it could affect retirees and how best to plan for it.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

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00:24:07

Chippewa Chats w/ Fries Financial #23 STATE CHAMPIONS

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/25

Presented by Fries Financial GroupThe McDonell Macks brought home the WIAA Eight-PlayerFootball Championship this Fall and the head coach Mark Maloney joins us for this episode. He takes us through thewhirlwind championship tour the team went on through town and the state. We gain insight into the adversity the teamovercame and when it all seemed the click. The importance of the leadership of 14 seniors and the lessons learned.We also get an education on the differences between “8-Player” and the

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00:24:53

EduCast #51 - Let's Talk about Bullying

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/24

The number one concern amongst parents across the country is a fear of bullying at schools. Altoona Middle School Guidance Counselor Kaitlyn Ingrebretsen and the Middle School Dean of Students Kyle Rundquist go in depth on the topic from a local lens. What defines bullying? Is the perception its increasing accurate? The role bystanderscan appropriately play and how does the school teach proper behaviors.In Altoona, how does the school proceed when someone feelsthey’ve been bullied?

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00:35:38

Dr. Usher Weighs In #80 - Advancing Healthcare Forward

Eau Claire Hometown Media ·

2025/12/24

Longtime area business owner, Natasha Plank-Ottum knowsintimately the strain of healthcare on employees and employers. Costs cut into business growth and employee paychecks. As such, she has become an advocatefor Advancing Free Market Healthcare, a group of employers who are working to raise awareness among policymakers on the impacts rising costs are having.Dr. Usher and her discuss some roadblocks employers face and what practical things that can be done when it comes to providing healthcare

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