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Hello Listen Local Fam! On today's show Isaiah, Colton and Jacob chat with new Breezy Point Resort General Manager Eric Hart, and man... there was a lot to unwrap with some of the new things he told us are coming to Breezy. Including A BIG change to the Golf Course offerings at the Resort. Eric also dives into his history traveling the world, being in the tourism and hospitality industry and how his relationship with the late, great Dave Gravdahl. While yes, this is another golf-heavy episode, it is really about the big excitement and changes coming to the resort while still keeping that family-feel! Thanks Eric and Breezy Point Resort for taking time to be on this week's episode. And as always... HUGE Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our PRESENTING SPONSOR Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello Jammers! Welcome back to another year of the Listen Local Podcast, and man do we have a great season kickoff episode for you! To begin the show, co-hosts Ken Lacy, Jacob Blaeser and Isaiah Moengen chat about what's been going on this offseason for the Lakes Jam crew, what to expect at this year's Lakes Jam, and then dive right into the guest segments. The first guest of the new season is Mike Ecker from Grand Casino Mille Lacs. Mike really gets into why he - and Grand Casino - have really enjoyed their partnership with Lakes Jam the past couple of years and why being a Presenting Sponsor this year was important to them. The crew also chat about various events happening this summer at Grand Casino, including Brews and Beats which will be accompanied by a Lakes Jam Pre-Party! Then... after Mike signs off, the team catches up with Reese Glover, who will be performing on the Camping Stage at this year's Lakes Jam. Reese, who is well known within the Listen Local Podcast family discusses why the Brainerd Lakes Area is so important to him, who some of his biggest music influences are and that Lakes Jam will be his first "outdoor festival" he's performed at. All of this and much more on the season kickoff show of the Listen Local Podcast. Thanks so much to Mike and Reese for joining the show!

Hello Listen Local Listeners, and Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Today's show is VERY golf-centric and on-site at the BEAUTIFUL Craguns Legacy Courses to catch up with Golf Influencer and Ambassador Josh Rutherford.Josh, who you may have heard on the show last year when he called in after his first time at Craguns, talks about why he knew after trip to the Legacy Courses and Resort that he wanted to feature them more and more on his social media pages. The Listen Local crew also dive into how he became an "international golf influencer," some of the nicest courses he's played, how the Legacy courses stack up to others, and his overall excitement to be partnering on multiple projects with Craguns. Thanks to Josh for hopping on the show. And as always... HUGE Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our PRESENTING SPONSOR Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Welcome back to another episode of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show the crew catches up with Lakes Jam General Manager Ken Lacy and Emcee Mike Schmidt to discuss all thing Lakes Jam 2025. While yes, the LL crew will be on site doing shows each day, this episode is all about what to expect this, what wall went into this year's Lineup, some of the non-music shows and activities, and really diving into some of the behind the scenes work that both Mike and Ken deal with each year. Plus, there may or may not have been the term "sex symbol" thrown out there during this segment.... Also, before those guys hop on the show, we did get a surprise guest call-in from our wonderful Pequot Lakes Mayor and sponsor of this wonderful show, Tyler Gardner to get a QUICK high-level update on last week's meeting with Governor Tim Walz while he was in town for the Governors Fishing Opener. Tyler talks about some of the key points that were brought up by himself and other local Mayors and Officials such as Crosslake Mayor Jackson Purfeerst, who was the driving force behind the meeting. Thanks to both Tyler as well as Ken and Mike for taking time to join the show this week. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listeners! Another big weekend has arrived in the BLA.We have Mother's Day, The Governor's Fishing Opener in Crosslake, and best of all... a beautiful looking forecast for these busy next few days! On this show Colton, Isaiah and Jacob chat about everything from best Fishing Opener memories to potentially controversial Mother's Day takes, and soooo much more. Tune in to hear it all! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listeners! On today's show we catch up with Jack Pine Brewery Owner, Patrick Sundberg. Patrick updates the crew on how the Brewery has been doing, some of the updates, what to expect this summer and how the "game nights" like Power Trip Live went over the winter. He also dives into some of the City of Baxter's recent news, as well. Patrick, who is in his first term on the Baxter City Council, gives insight on the Dog Park project, Tourism, Kwik Trip and more!Thanks to Patrick for stopping by and we'll be sure to stop out at Jack Pine for a show this summer. After Patrick heads out, Colton, Jacob and Isaiah, talk about a busy weekend in the BLA. A weekend that includes the popular KFAN Power Trip Initials game event that will be recorded live from Grand View Lodge. Find out about that, and more, on the latest episode of the Listen Local Podcast! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listeners! Lets get right to it... On today's episode the Listen Local crew catches up with Jami Nelson to discuss all about her amazing company Just Juice. Jami dives into everything from what led her to the Brainerd Lakes Area to her years in the hospitality industry to starting one of the BLA's most recognizable brands, Just Juice. PLUS Jami talks about the big news of her opening up the Just Juice Wellness Market & Event Space. After Jami heads out Kaitlyn and Sheena from the Jaycees stop by to talk about ALL THINGS Run for the Lakes. This being the 18th year of the race, Sheena and Kaitlyn dive into some of the history as well! Then, before the guys sign off for the day they chat about events and news around the BLA, including the Lakes Area Heroes - Return the Favor Gala. Thank you to Jami, Kaitlyn and Sheena for joining today's show, and of course thanks to our amazing sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local Friends and Fam! On today's show, Colton and Jacob are out west so Isaiah is joined by the one and only MIKE SCHMIDT. As our listeners know, this is not Mike's first time on the show, BUT it is his first time on an episode this season! While I am sure you can imagine, Mike has some stories... we'll leave it at that! So tune in to hear about some of those, and what he's been up to since the last time he was on the show! And of course, before Mike and Isaiah sign off, they talk all about local BLA news, upcoming events and even some RUMORS! Tune in to hear all about it. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Localers! On today's show we catch up with Senate District Seat 6 Candidate Steve Cotariu. Steve talks about his background, the main platform he's running on, and what the deciding factor was for him to throw his name in the ring of a crowded Republican-side of this election. Also, while you may not know Steve's real name, you may have heard of his alter-ego, Hudson the Magician. He dives into a little about why he got into Magic, after a prolific career in the Army and the big-business sector. After Steve heads out the crew chats about the Local BLA Happenings, including the Candidate Forum that happened Tuesday night. While it was after this show was recorded, the Listen Local team felt they needed to add their thoughts on the "craziness" that went down at that event. Including a belligerent fella who was shuffling around the Forum in Snuggie yelling profanities. Yes, a Snuggie... Tune in to hear all about it. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Listeners! This special segment is brought to you by the Pequot Lakes Economic Development Commission, and it's all about the Special Election Pequot Lakes High School Referendum Vote on April 8th. Tune in to hear about all of it from Superintendent Kurt Stumpf, what you will actually be voting for and how it will potential affect your taxes. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Ok, Listen Local Fam....Almost each week we have a guest(s) that brings so much to the shows... but let us tell you today's episode was one of the MOST ENTERTAINING YET! Local Celebs Tess Taylor (host of The Morning Mess on WJJY) and Tony Bonsante (Former Pro Boxer and Reality TV Star) stop by the studio. While they thought they were just coming on to discuss everything Lakes Area Dancing with the Stars - which trust us, we did - it also turned into one of the best all-around episodes in the history of Listen Local. Everything from their backgrounds to what led them - or brought them back - to the BLA to their professional careers to why this community means so much to them. There was even a point when it looked like Tony and Colton were going to turn the studio into a boxing ring as they each were sticking up for their alma maters (Pequot Lakes and Crosby High Schools)! While we like you to tune into each and every episode, this is one of those CAN'T MISS. Especially if you are looking for some good laughs and conversation! Thanks so much to Tess and Tony for stopping by, mainly to discuss how the community can support Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity and Lakes Area Dancing with the Stars. Come back anytime! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Well do we have a show for you today! On today's episode Josh Gazelka stops by to discuss why he decided to run for the open MN Senate Seat that has recently be vacated by former MN Senator Justin Eichorn who was recently arrested for soliciting a minor. So, to say the least, this Special Election will be under the microscope. With many recognizable names part of this, all eyes will be on the Special Primary Election will be April 15th, with the General Election on April 29th. Make sure to do your research and get out and vote! After Josh heads out Mayor Tyler stops by and show, and we have another special guest call into the show, his son Jakson Gardner, who is doing a school project and decided to present it through a podcast. The topic... WWI and Tanks. To say the least... Jakson out smarted the Listen Local Crew on this history lesson. Thanks so much for Jackson for stopping by the show, and deciding to involve the podcast in your school project! Then, before the show signs off, Mayor Tyler gives his opinon on the Special Election, and of course the crew chats about other local BLA happenings including a RAISE IN YE OLD PICKLE FACTORY PRICES?!? All of that and more on this jam packed episode! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local On today's show, it's just Colton and Isaiah at the helm as Jacob is on a BlazeAir project in Telluride, Colorado. Before the guest hops on, the guys chat about all of the local happenings including how the Crosslake St. Patricks Day Parade went, some of the local winter sports teams currently at the State Tournament, and recap more of the past week. Then... on the Guest Segment, Ernies on Gull's Head Chef Tower Kruse stops by. It's been a busy week for Chef Tower as he was Featured on Kare 11's morning show (with the story of how all of that all went down) and is now prepping for the Taste of the Lakes event (which will now be at the Northern Pacific Center). Plus, he chats about some of his all-time fave's on his Ernie's menu. Thanks to Tower for stopping by! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Welcome to another week of the Listen Local Podcast! On today's show, the first one in three weeks where all Colton, Jacob and Isaiah are in-studio, we talk all-things Crosslake on the week of their biggest event of the year... St. Paddy's Day Parade Week! To discuss all of this is no other than Jackson Purfeerst the new Mayor of Crosslake. Jackson dives into his backstory, what led him and his family to Crosslake over a decade ago, his thoughts on the Parade and other events in Crosslake, and then of course the outlook for upcoming City of Crosslake projects. Also, the guys chat about Jacob's trip to Mexico, Colton's trip to the MN High School Hockey State Tourney, and Isaiah hangs with Reese at First Ave. Plus... A VERY BUSY kickoff to NFL Free Agency and the Vikings spending some big money! All of that and more on this week's episode of Listen Local! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Episode 203– Local Updates & Big Wins! First off… a huge thank you to all of our incredible listeners and sponsors! Listen Local continues to grow because of this amazing community, and we're grateful to be a part of it. · On this episode, we sit down with Pequot Lakes Mayor Tyler Gardner to get the latest updates on the recent cannabis ordinance and discuss the Northern Lakes Lightning heading to state this week! Plus, we chat about the Brainerd Boat Show happening this weekend at the NP Center and some exciting new local businesses opening up in the area. ️ · Don't miss it! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

You heard it here first (or maybe second or third) Listen Local Listeners! It is official The Bobber will be painted and refreshed in 2025. Hear all about that, plus some local City of Pequot Lakes news thanks to our sponsor Pequot Lakes EDC. Tyler dives into what the EDC does, some of their main projects going on right now, and the importance to this upcoming referendum is to PLHS. But... Before all of that, Jacob calls into the show from Arizona and you're going to want to hear his latest rant. Plus... it's a PARTY with our NEWEST SPONSOR, Party Time Rental. Can't wait to have them on the show! All of that and more on this latest episode of the Listen Local Podcast. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede, Party Time Rental and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Welcome back Listen Local Fam! Today's show is all about being out at the Brainerd Lakes Area Events, with the spotlight on TripleFest at Breezy Point Resort and Frozen Fore around Gull Lake and BIR. Helping at one of those locations this weekend is our guest for today's show, Craig Polchow of Full Tank Delivery. What started as just helping out some neighbors filling up their gas tanks in boats has turned into a full-time job for Craig who now has the premier business for mobile Gas and Propane fill ups in the BLA! Full Tank deliveries will fill up anything from boats to cars to now even propane at your fish house. Contact Craig and his Full Tank Delivery team for any questions about their services. Thanks Craig for taking time to stop by the show! After Craig heads out, the Listen Local crew dives into all of the events and some of the local BLA news of the week. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses, Pequot Lakes EDC, Refined Lending w/ John Kinkaede and our Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello to all of our wonderful Listen Local Listeners! This is the OFFICIAL 200th Episode of the Listen Local Podcast. Thank you so much for all of our listeners and sponsors!On this episode we chat about some of the top moments from those 200 episodes. Also on this episode we welcome back NCAA National Champ Packy Munson to talk all things mn hockey, and his journey to where he's at today. Plus.. another BUSY weekend in the BLA beginning with the Nisswa Winter Jubilee! All of that, and a ton more on the 200th Episode of the Listen Local Podcast! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Fam! It has been BUSY in the BLA! On this episode Isaiah and Jacob recap the past week, which include stories from the Extravaganza (and Jacob going on a little rant about crazy "keyboard warriors" that threaten Volunteers), a quick note on Winterfest and a WINTER STORM that has given the snowmobilers some fresh powder. Also, yes... the title says it all... while a 'quick' call to Mayor Tyler to discuss how someone decided to use his home driveway and yard as a thru street turned into a serious conversation on the City of Pequot Lakes' plan for Legalized Cannabis Sales. That committee at the City is known as the Bob Marley Committee. So tune in to hear all about that, plus a ton more on this entertaining episode of the Listen Local Podcast! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Welcome back to another week of the Listen Local Podcast! We have a show full of stories, memories and more involving the BLA. Our guest today is Legendary Teacher, Snowmobiler Hall of Famer, Award winning Track Coach, and overall great guy, Dave Guenther. Trust us... There are many more titles we could add before his name, but in all honesty, he was one of the best teachers ever at Pequot Lakes High School. He and the crew (who all had Guenther as a teacher) reminisce on times at PLHS and man were there stories. After all of the PLHS talk, he dives into the snowmobile part of the show. From bringing the Antique Snowmobile Club of America to the Lakes Area to becoming one of the faces of the Minnesota snowmobile industry, Guenther hits on it all. On that note, he mentions other local recognizable snowmobile names like Sturm, Hibbert, Olson and more! Plus, A SUPER BUSY weekend in the BRAINERD LAKES AREA! Just wayyyy too much to type out so tune in to hear it all. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

It's in the title! Jaycees Members Sheena and Benji stop by the Listen Local studio to give all of the up-to-date info on this year's Exravaganza! Tune in to hear all about it. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hello LL Listeners! On today's show Colton and Isaiah are in-studio, while Jacob calls in from Arizona after a brutal Vikings game. The crew also chats about everything from that horrible Vikings loss to proper travel etiquette to a busy weekend with lots to do in the BLA! Also, hear about the extremely popular Social Media Influencer that visited the Lakes Area this past week. That and much more on today's episode! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Happy New SEASON everyone! That's right a new year means a new season of Listen Local. On this season 6 kickoff we have everything from the much anticipated new intro to a sponsorship shuffle to even our special guest introing the new season. Plus... Some BLA events, news and even some police blotter! Plus hear from the crew what their top moments of 2024 were. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, Hanneken Insurance, Hills Detailing Center, Craguns Legacy Courses and our NEW Presenting Sponsor Lakes Area CPAs! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi everyone and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! On this final episode of 2024 the Listen Local crew goes BIG and talks all things Vikings with a former Vikings Pro Bowl Linebacker and a long-time Twin Cities Sports Director! With the Vikings beating the Packers this past weekend, they now head to Detroit in arguably not only the biggest regular season game in franchise history, but also in NFL History. Both teams are 14 and 2 and the winner of this Sunday's game against the Lions will be the number 1 seed and will have Home Field advantage throughout the playoffs. Vikings games mean so much to so many people and businesses around the BLA and all over MN, which is why the crew wanted to have this Vikings-centric show. The first guest on today's show is none other than former KARE 11 Sports Director Eric Perkins to talk about not only this year's team, but also reminisce on past seasons. Perk also tells the crew what some of his favorite memories cover the Vikings are. After Perk, Vikings Legend Chad Greenway joined the show. Chad, who had been on the show in the past, talks with Isaiah and Jacob for quite some time about everything from his thoughts on how far this year's team can go, to similarities he sees between them and the '09 team he was on that made it to the Conference Finals, to thoughts on coaching and culture. Before we let Chad go we had to talk to him about what it is like being a fan now of his daughters who are some of the best high school basketball players in the State. He also chats about his partnership with Ziegler Cat and running his hobby farm. As always, thanks to Chad for joining and Skol Vikes! Lastly... THANK YOU SO MUCH TO ALL OF OUR LISTENERS IN 2024! CAN'T WAIT FOR 2025 And to our sponsors... Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation, we couldn't do it without ya! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Come one, come all! Happy Holidays to all of our listeners and do we have a Christmas-themed show for you today. While we couldn't have Santa on the show - I guess he's a little busy... ;) - the Listen Local Crew DID into all things Xmas Movies. So many topics, so many debates. So many reasons why you should tune into this episode! Also, to go along with all of that Christmas movie talk we hear stories from Isaiah's trip out east. Stories that include Jacob having to call a pizza joint in Providence, Rhode Island LIVE ON THIS SHOW to corroborate one of Isaiah's claims. Tune in to hear all about it! Annnnnnd. If this does happen to be the final show of the year, THANK YOU SO MUCH to all of our wonderful listeners, sponsors and supporters. We couldn't have all of this fun without you! Speaking of the Sponsors... Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation YOU ALL ROCK! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMN WoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local Fam! Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! If you got out to the Nisswa City Lights last week it was cold, but wow... Those Fireworks were Fantastic! Ok, so on today's show we do something different. At least for the Guest Segment. This guest, Chad Beaver, didn't exactly grow up or work in the BLA, but has been coming to the area for many years and knew that one day he'd live in this area! Well that day came, and when he was looking for a Realtor, he remembered hearing of a great company on a "great" podcast that he listened to... That Real Estate company, none other than Woods to Water; That podcast... well, your's truly! Now... there is much more to the story but you'll have to tune in. Also, make sure to catch the Local Happenings segment to hear about some fun BLA events coming up this month! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! On today's show the crew chats about everything Thanksgiving, from best Thanksgiving food to the Macy's Day parade to Football to best Thanksgiving show or movie. Plus the Listen Local guys, and their guest, talk about what they are thankful for! Speaking of the guest on today's episode... it is none other than Nisswa Chamber Director Kalie Jay. Kalie gives an update on this Friday's Nisswa City of Lights Celebration, what to expect, and what her number one piece of advice would be. So tune into hear all of that, plus of course some local happenings in the BLA. Thanks everyone and hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hellooooo Listen Local Peeps!Snow is officially on the ground, which is great timing for today's guest. But before he hops on the show, Isaiah, Colton and Jacob discuss their trip to the cities to watch the Pequot Lakes Patriots at State. While it didn't turn out like we all wanted, the atmosphere was unreal, Great season Patriots! Now... the BLA has one football team left, and that is none other than the Staples Cardinals who are headed to the Prep Bowl. So everyone say it with us... LET'S GO CARDINALS! Now... for the most important part of the show... the GUEST SEGMENT (brought to you by Lakes Area CPAs). Sit back and relax for this super entertaining interview with our friend Cory Jay, who seems to own half of the business in the Brainerd Area. In all honesty though, Cory has had quite the year! He was named the first ever WAVE Professional of the Year, plus multiple awards in the Best of Brainerd Lakes contest, including beating out our own Jacob Blaeser for BEST LOCAL CELEBRITY. Annnnd all of this while totally rebranding his 'ADVANTAGE EMPIRE'!So tune in to hear all about Advantage Home Pros, The Smokestack and many more projects and events Cory has been a part of this past year. Thanks again to Cory for hoppin on the show! After Cory heads out, the guys talk a little 'Local BLA Happenings' (Brought to you by Hanneken Insurance). A LOT of girls high school basketball talk, and of course on the top of that list is Crosby's Tori Oehrlein's College Announcement. We hope everyone enjoys this episode and has a great weekend! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMN WoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Friends and Family! We're not gonna lie... today's show was a bit all over the place. From proper pull tab etiquette to what's really going on with the Pequot Lakes Bobber. Speaking of the Bobber, THE GARBOLOGIST and Pequot Mayor Tyler Gardner stops by to chat. Plus, stop us if you haven't heard this before... more high school football talk. What can we say, there are a couple of REALLY good teams in the area that have now made it to the Section Semi Finals at US Bank Stadium. All of that and more on this week's episode of the Listen Local Podcast! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hey Listen Local Fam... Hunting Opener is HERE! Whether you're going to be out in the stand, or spending your weekend around town, there's a lot to do in the BLA this weekend. We'll touch on all of that, but first... Our pal, and Land & Hunting Specialist, Jordan Yira hops on the show to talk everything hunting, AND WE MEAN EVERYTHING (those horny dear better watch out). To go along with the huntin' talk, we discuss local BLA Happenings, some unreal local sports teams, and other Lakes Area news. Thanks to Jordan, and all of our wonderful listeners! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMN WoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local Listeners! This is OFFICIALLY our last episode before the election, and man have some of these local elections started to heat up, specifically... Nisswa Mayor. That Race has gotten not only local and statewide attention, but even national stories! So, while we planned on doing a big breakdown of the Best of Brainerd Lakes contest, and some other local BLA hot topics, we did have a surprise guest stop by towards the end of the show to really give some great insight on some of Nisswa's main discussion points. Councilman - and Nisswa native - Jesse Zahn dives into, and provides the public facts, on points that both Mayor Ryan and Jennifer Carnahan mentioned while they were on their respective Listen Local episodes. From discussion of Nisswa's current debt (plus bonds and levies) to the city's potential big picture projects and even dives into his thoughts about both mayoral candidates. Very, VERY good stuff from Jesse. Thanks to him for taking time to stop by! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMN WoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local Fam! Do we have a FUN one for you! On this show, the Listen Local crew heads back to their alma mater - Pequot Lakes High School - to catch up with the Head Coach of the Varsity Football team AND Athletic Director, Bill Magnuson. Mags, who was just named the MN Vikings High School Coach of the Week, dives into what made this team "special," and what's gone into the undefeated regular season as they head into playoffs. This wasn't the first time Mags has been on the show either, last year he stopped by before the 2023 season started to chat football. Oh, and since that show.. his Patriots have only lost 1 regular season game in two years! Also, hopping on this episode, while they were on their lunch break are Quarterback Michael Oseland and Defensive star Jackson Jorgens to chat about the "buzz" behind this year's team. After the football team hops off the show, a special guest stopped by, High School Principal Aaron Nelson to talk all things PLHS. From this weekend's home football playoff game to winter sports kicking off to Nerf Wars... yes, you heard us right, NERF WARS! Oh, and you think that's all? Oh no... ANOTHER special guest stopped by, the one and only Pequot Lakes Police Chief Mike Davis. Chief Davis discusses the hype behind Pequot Lakes sports in general, how they have become a sports powerhouse - both boys and girls sports - and how he and his police force enjoy working at sporting event's like this weekend's football game. Thanks to Coach Mags, PLHS Football Players Jackson and Michael, Principal Nelson, and Chief Davis for joining this jam packed episode! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMN WoodsToWaterMN

Hello Listen Local Fam, It is STILL Fall outside, and it is STILL Campaign season, which is once again the focus of today's episode! Nisswa Mayoral Candidate, and owner of Primrose Park Boutique, Jennifer Carnahan stops by to chat about why she decided to run for Nisswa mayor. While Jennifer has a very extensive background in Politics on a National and State-wide level, her focus has now turned to the local level here in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Tune in to hear all about Jennifer, what she feels she can bring the city of Nisswa if elected mayor, and some of the highs and lows of running for political office, even in a smaller town. Thanks again to Jennifer for stopping by! After Jennifer signs off, Isaiah and Jacob talk a lot of football, mainly two teams who haven't lost this season in the Mn Vikings and Pequot Lakes Patriots. Plus, some fun fall events happening in the next couple of weeks in the Lakes Area. Annnnd some local news headlines. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

We have a full show today Listen Local Listeners! Let's get right into it! First we have RETURNING Listen Local Guest Isabel Glover from the Babinski Foundation to tell us about this year's Fall Festival and Haunted Trail. It all starts Friday evening, and Isabel dives into all of the fun events happening out there. The Listen Local crew was out there last year, and let us tell ya... You're not going to want to miss this year's! After Isabel heads out, Joel Ebnet from Wild Acres stops by the show to discuss everything Wild Acres. Joel, who is now third generation when it comes to the Wild Acres Ebnet fam, tells us why he knew from a young age he was going to be a big part of the family business. He also talks about the growth, where you can find their Turkey, Chicken Duck and other birds around the area, and even what its like seeing their product in stadiums and high end supper clubs in Minneapolis.Annnd, we couldn't let Joel go without talking a little Vikings. So he sticks around for the BLA local Happenings, events and news segment! Thanks again to both Joel and Isabel for taking time to come into the studio for today's show. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Fall is officially here Listen Local Fam! The weather has been absolutely amazing, the leaves turning, and the Fall events in the BLA are in full throttle. Whether you're a fan of Beer and Live Music, Autumn Hikes, Haunted Trails, Bonfires and even a sunset cruise the Brainerd Lakes Area has it all! Another perfect thing to do during this time of year... Fall Golf... It. Is. The. Best.On that note, the Listen Local guys catch up with Canadian Golf Influencer Josh Rutherford of Slingin' It Sports and Bogey Bros Golf Co. Ambassador. Josh and some of his crew just stayed at Craguns and golfed at the Legacy Courses. They even stayed at the new "Private Collection" Homes that are on the Lehman Course. Of course they talk all about golf, but we really dive into why he feels golf in the BLA is just "special."Josh even compares the Craguns Legacy Courses to other places he's golfed around the world, and how it stacks up. Thanks Josh for taking time to call in. Ok, back to the 'Fall-Talk'... the guys talk about local happenings, events, sports and more BLA news! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Helloooo Listen Local Listeners! Election season is upon us on the National, State and Local levels. While the crew doesn't often discuss politics on the show... Colton, Isaiah and Jacob did catch up with Nisswa Mayor John Ryan on today's episode. Mayor Ryan, who has lived in the Brainerd Lakes Area almost his entire life, on why he felt it was important to run for re-election and dives into why he is the best choice for Nisswa Mayor in this upcoming election. He also dives into what city projects he's been a part of during his tenure, and which he is looking forward to if he gets re-elected. Including one that would be a HUGE change to Ye Old Pickle Factory.Thanks to Mayor Ryan for joining the show, and good luck in this upcoming election! Also on today's show we continue to discuss the upcoming 50 States 50 Dates game show, which will be LIVE at the Canoe and Paddle Pub at Cragun's on Tuesday October 1st! Find out all about that by clicking THIS LINK Annnd, TODAY is the Mighty Oaks Mental Health Resiliency Event with Chad Robichaux at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts from 6-8pm. Plus, tons of other fall events in the area coming up, including many different locations for Oktoberfest, Haunted Trails and more! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Fam! Well do we have a fun one for you today, especially you single BLA Ladies!!!! On today's show we catch up with Matthew Wurnig from the popular social media series, 50 Dates 50 States. Matt goes into the history of the viral tiktok series discussing everything from why he started it to where he's and the show is at today, being in it's 3rd season.Now, you're probably wondering what the tie is to the BLA... Well do we have something fun for you! For his next round of Dates, Matt will be headed up to Craguns to partner with them, along with BlazeAir and Listen Local for a entertaining twist on how Matt will be selecting his BLA Date. There will be a DATING GAME SHOW! With BlazeAir and Listen Local crews being the judges and emcee of this 'event.' So... BLA Gals, if you want a chance to be on this show, and possibly be selected as Matt's date, click this link: 50 Dates 50 States Heads to Craguns ResortThanks to Matt for joining today's show and looking forward to having him in town for this collab! Also on today's show, the infamous Abigael joins as she'll be one of the judges for the Dating Game Show. She tells us what she's going to be looking for when judging the ladies for the potential date with Matt. Plus, we do have some other newsworthy topics and events here in the Lakes Area, beginning with a Crosby man facilitating the largest sports card deal in history, a $1.7 million sale of a 1961 Wilt Chamberlain card. It is literally "one-in-a-million! So tune in to hear more about that, as well as a busy fall of things to do in the BLA. Thanks again to everyone who joined the show today. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Fam, hope you had an amazing Labor Day Weekend! On this episode we recap the CRMC Championship and catch up with the Winner, as well as chat all-things Woods and Water II International Boat Show with ACBS Chapter President Andy Luikens. First, Isaiah and Jacob talk to CRMC Championship Frederik Kjettrup about his win, what he thought about the Legacy Courses and now locking in his spot on the Korn Ferry Tour with this win! Then, the guys call Andy Luikens who is the Antique Classic Boat Society Chapter President. Andy tells us all about the HUGE boat show coming to Bar Harbor Supper Club and Zorbaz on Gull next week. With over 150 vessels coming into town, that will be THE SPOT next Friday and Saturday. For more info, head over to woodsandwater.org. All of that, PLUS:*Colton Heads to Africa*NFL FOOTBALL IS BACK (time for Predictions)*Big Garage Sale happening this weekend (Jacob's tactics to get the best deal)*Next week's Brainerd Chamber Biz After Hours at super cool location*More upcoming BLA events Thanks to everyone who joined the show. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

A PGA Legend, an up-and-coming superstar and someone who has been an integral part of the CRMC Tournament, this is possible the biggest episode of ALL-TIME! Tune in to hear from: Tom LehmanNeal ShipleyJennifer PodsiadlyAs always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

It's finally here!CRMC has officially kicked off and we are here for it. On this episode, that has stretched over a couple of days, the Listen Local crew catch up with Jack Wawro and Carrie Scarfino from Craguns, as well as a couple of pro golfers - Kameron Williams and John Keefer - who are playing in this tourney.Plus, speaking of professional golfers, our guy Jake Knapp who just finished up his rookie season on the PGA tour calls-in to reminisce on his CRMC Championship win in the inaugural tournament two years ago. Jake also dives into what his first year on the PGA tour was like. This is just the beginning, stay tuned for some big name guests later this weekend! Thanks to everyone who joined the show. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Alright friends and family, summer is almost over so let's just get right to it! On todays episode the guys chat about: *State Fair Kicking Off - New and Best foods discussion*Jacob's time at the Owatonna Fair (Steel County Free Fair) and if it lived up to the hype*The Listen Local crew's day at the Gridiron Golf Tourney*Our guy Reese playing a show outside of US Bank Stadium before Zach Bryan concert this weekend*Boat Show at Bar Harbor on Saturday*Prep of the CRMC Championship next week All of that and much more tomfoolery on this episode! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Everyone! Hope you have enjoyed the past week, and are looking ahead to this wonderful weekend! And if you live near Brainerd, we hope you got some sleep through all of the booming Fireworks from the PGI show all last week at BIR.Also on this episode the LL Crew chat about the top moments from the Olympics, prepping for NHRA Nationals at BIR, Local Events update, CRMC Championship update, and where in the world Jacob was this past week. All of that and more on today's episode! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Fam! It's officially CRMC Championship month out at Cragun's Legacy Courses. On that note, we chat with a couple of people that have a lot to do with the tourney. First, someone who has helped form this tournament into one of Minnesota's largest professional golfing events, Cragun's Legacy Courses Director of Golf, Jack Wawro. From the prep to the week of events, Jack tells us all about this PGA of Americas golf tournament. He also discusses their partnership with our friends at CRMC, and how they will be the name partner for years to come. All of that plus the week-of schedule, how you can caddie and volunteer, scorers and more updates from Jack! After Jack signs off, our pal Anderson Daniels calls into the show. Anderson will be playing that Friday - the 30th - night during "Ladies Night." To go along with his performance, he'll also be a part of the BlazeAir/Listen Local Pro Am Team earlier that week, so the LL crew really interrogate AD to see how good he really is at golf. Thanks so much to Jack and Anderson for joining and stay tuned this whole month for any and all updates to the CRMC Championship! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Helloooooo Listen Local Listeners!! On this episode the crew chats with Trevor Pumnea, who is the Director of the Northland Arboretum. Trevor tells us about all of the new features to the Arboretum, as well as some insight to some upcoming projects our there as well! He also talks about some of their upcoming events, including their 50th Anniversary Party that will include live music and beer from Jack Pine Brewery. Trevor also discusses working with Matt Wildenauer of Wilde North Landscaping Design, who was actually the person who connected him with the Listen Local Podcast as Matt is a past guest as well! Thanks again to Trevor, and to find out more about the many upcoming projects at the Arboretum, check out their website and facebook page After Trevor heads out, you know what time it is... "What's Happenin' the BLA?!?"Colton, Jacob and Isaiah chat about:*Best of Brainerd Lakes contest wrapping up*The Kickoff of the Crow Wing County Fair - and their thoughts about said Fair... *Cabelas coming to the BLA?*BlazeAir's Trip to North Dakota and... hanging w/ Machine Gun Kelly?!*A Sock Fire in Brainerd*CRMC CHAMPIONSHIP Prep*Annnnnnd.... MORE! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi everyone! Hope you've had a great week. We have a wonderful episode for you today so lets dive right into it!So without our amazing sponsors this show couldn't be what it is, and sometimes our sponsors even want to hop on for a segment, and thats just what Nate Hill of Hills Detailing Center did this week! Nate stops by to talk about how crazy busy he's been, what the growth has been like, starting as a mobile detailing biz to now moving to a 7000 sqft shop (with a few stops in the middle), and most importantly... the implementation of Tinting to his detailing business. Super informative episode, especially if you like tips for your vehicle looking the best it can. And thanks again to Nate for stopping by! After Nate leaves, the LL crew chats about what to do this weekend, some local updates, and how it is the LAST WEEK to get your Best of Brainerd Lakes votes in. Thanks so much to Rocky for taking time to call into the show, and the Listen Local team is super excited for the Golf Tourney this weekend. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

It's another BUSY month in the BLA and we're here for it!To talk about one of those events, we have Sheena and Clark from the Brainerd Jaycees on the show to hear about all things Street Fest. From the Ribs to the Music, and much more... this event on July 25th and 27th is one you won't want to miss. Tune in to get all the info, or visit brainerdstreetfest.com. ALSO on this episode, which is being recorded at Ernies on Gull, the Listen Local guys chat with regulars of the podcast, and owners of Main Street, Ernies and Dough Bros, Mike and Chris Foy. This time they break down what to expect for this Saturday's Reggae Party at Ernies. The music, the food, the beverages, the atmosphere... Plus updates about the CRMC Championship, news about an Amazon distribution plant possibly headed to Brainerd, the Brainerd Dispatch making changes, and the BIG BOBBER UPDATE! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Hi Listen Local Fam! Hope you all had a great 4th of July week and weekend. On this episode, the LL guys chat about their thoughts and recap of the holiday weekend, and all of the craziness that went with it. On a much different note, Listen Local was contacted by some of our friends with the Evan Olson Memorial Golf Tournament, which is happening this weekend. That event, dedicated to honoring the memory of Evan Olson by supporting veterans in need, is supported by HOOAH Inc.HOOAH Inc. is an organization whose mission is to lend support to forward deployed servicemen and women, their stateside families, and returning veterans with a high level of understanding, compassion, and empathy.On this episode the crew was lucky enough to catch up with the co-founder of HOOAH Inc., Rocky Otte. Rocky chats about how the organization got started, why it's important to be a part of events like the Evan Olson Memorial Golf Tourney - and how you can still support it - and just their mission for helping Veterans after they return home. Thanks so much to Rocky for taking time to call into the show, and the Listen Local team is super excited for the Golf Tourney this weekend. And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Happy 4th of July Everyone!Wow, do we have a full show for you. From Recaping Lakes Jam (which was A LOT) to breaking down the Brainerd Dispatch "Best of BLA" contest, and most importantly catching up with Minnesota State Patrol Captain Adam Fulton, this episode really had a mix of everyhting. Huge Thanks to Adam Fulton, for taking time to come on the show to discuss road safety, the 4th of July week and the "Towards Zero Deaths" cause. They also talk about the rise in fatal crashes already this year, and how that can be avoided. Some really great insight from Captain Fulton. Other key points on this show: *The LL crew breaks down their highs and lows of Lakes Jam*Jacob and BlazeAir's day with LJ Headliner Tyler Hubbard"*An ALIGATOR gettins loose at Lakes Jam*Mike Schmidt's rise to Legendary Status after an unforgettable LJ with him*The Listen Local guys, mostly Jacob, calling out the "Best of BLA" contest (and some of the nominees) *When and Where to celebrate the 4th of July Festivities in the Lakes Area AND SO MUCH MORE!!! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN

Tune in to Saturday of Lakes Jam with the Listen Local Crew joined by an old friend Sarah Smith Executive Director of Smiles For Jake—stories, Laughs, and maybe some tips. Have fun and Stay safe!

From interviewing Mike Schmidt to Talking about Thursday's events, and A TON of stuff in the middle.... Catch the Lakes Jam Podcast LIVE from Day 1!

ATTENTION BLA, I repeat attention everyone in the BRAINERD LAKES AREA… IT'S LAKES JAM WEEK!! Ok this episode, Colton, jacob and Isaiah talk all things Lakes Jam. Annnnd, why not have one of the Performers on the show?! That's right, our pal, and Lakes Jam Artist Anderson Daniels calls in to discuss what it's going to be like for him on the main stage this year! Anderson also chats about what he's been up to since the last time he was on, what he's looking forward to most about this year's lakes jam, and what part of the “more than a music festival” he wants to experience! All of that and more on this episode of the Listen Local podcast! And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation! Instagram: ListenLocalMNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMNNorthwoodsAgent Facebook:Listen Local MNBlazeAirMNWoodsToWaterMN