I am a freelance writer documenting interesting people doing interesting projects.
Heroin addicts and their families explain how addiction crept into small town Wisconsin. This podcast is the oral history of two people and their families' stories about heroin addiction. This piece documents their accounts and recollections of a time period covering over thirty years. If you or someone you care about is dealing with addiction, please contact your local county department of human services or SAMHSA.
Director Steve Dayton and musician Alex Spiegel explain the process behind making the independent feature gIVE. All music from Alex and The Disabled.
Friends and family of Dylan and Cole Glebke explain how the impact of their lives can still be felt, even 20 years after they were killed on prom night.
Fans explain how John Waters makes the perfect Mother's Day film with Serial Mom.
Bryan Gatten explains how he works the audience with improv music.
Charlotte Montgomery writes a coming-of-age story with Lonesome Ghost of Me.
The Great Unwilling wills stoner rock onto the Great Northwoods!
Moriah opens up about being trans in a male dominated music scene.
Jesse, Cedar, and Shanna open up about Moon Dogs.
Chris LeBlanc opens up about his work as Prone.
How does a movie made for less than $35,000 over 50 years ago stay relevant? Our experts explain the power behind Russ Meyer's "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!"
The Latelys explain how the theme song from "Step By Step" started the group.
Pale in Comparison shows how punk-rock hysteria like Quincy M.E. proves nothing.
Boreal Forest thrives off ambiguity. With the group's debut Terraform, band members define not only their musical approach, but also their lives after high school.
Dustin Tessier wrote "The Ledger" to put myself back together again.
Jamie Larson walks the line between ambient and '90s era electronica as Elysium Alps.
Daniel Oyinloye explains how a kid from Africa developed into a kid from Duluth.
Four connoisseurs of bad movies share their insight on The Room. Music from Jaggernauts, Kevin MacLoed, and Seth Langreck. Design by Seth Langreck. Inspiration from Tommy Wiseau.
Wisconsin Hard Fest 2017 shows how punk and hardcore bands use their music and voice as a vehicle for progressive change in America. NOTE: Music for the podcast comes from Source of Hate, Forced Impact, Delinquents, Guess Prefontaine, and Speaker Eater. Main image photo from Kelsey Kaplan Media. Graphic Design from Seth Langreck.
Chris Johnson of Passion Board Shop explains the network behind building a skatepark in Eau Claire, WI. Music from Zin and Seth Langreck. Photo from Tina Hanly.
Jerome "Jerry" Vettrus explains how he made some of the most recognizable statues in America. Music from Kaela Drew, Broke for Free, and an amateur music who cannot be named.
Andrew, Hugh, and Matt explain the process of their songwriting.
Dance Attic breathe life into the antiques.
Reflectivore walks the line between life and death.
Chase Down Blue is only chasing safety.
Kaylee Matuszak's dreams left the playground.
Pizzaghost takes us to the ethereal plane of noise and punk rock.
Alamode explains how "My Mistake" isn't an error.
La Crosse area artist Landon Sheely explains how art, politics, and empowerment converge in society. Music from Arms Aloft, Podington, NIN, and an amateur musician.
Photographer Dixie Langreck shares the story behind a photo of her grandma Elizabeth Canfield.
The underground community of Wisconsin unites for the first Wisconsin Hardcore Fest and explains how the festival continues to thrive.
The customers at Eroding Winds Record Shop talk about their experience with music.
Dave and Erin explain how the Great River Folk Festival is a family celebration.
Ruthe Kay and Bailey take their friendship to the next level.
Rick McLean says, "Pop country, it's all about product placement."
Mind Control keeps Duluth's underground community alive and well.
Tallulah explains how "A Blue Painting" took the band out of the basement and onto the stage.
The folks from the UW-La Crosse's take on Horrible Harry while showing us what's behind the curtains.