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[00:00:42] This day in Iowa weather history: a late freeze in 1928 brought 32°F lows to Decorah and frost across the state [00:01:22] Weekend forecast: a break from the heat is coming, but severe weather is likely — enhanced risk (3 of 5) for much of Iowa, with 3–5 inches of rain possible in the southern third of the state [00:03:15] Climate outlook 6–10 days (June 15–19): 60–70% chance of below-normal temperatures for northern Iowa [00:04:24] Climate outlook 8–14 days (June 17–23): continued slight chance of below-normal temps; slightly wetter conditions expected; slight risk of heavy precipitation for eastern Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri [00:06:22] Past week recap: eastern Iowa saw 3½ inches above-normal rainfall; statewide temperatures ran 4–10 degrees above normal [00:07:49] Extreme data points of the week: high of 95°F at Sioux City; 5.9 inches of rain in Russell (Lucas County); dew points hitting 79°F at Osceola [00:09:57] Weather explainer: what is the boundary layer, and why doesn't the overnight low always drop to the dew point? [00:11:00] Specialty crop update: tomato trellising, weed control, and irrigation underway; poor strawberry yields reported statewide [00:12:31] Pest and disease alerts: growth regulator spray drift reports continue (report to IDALS if you see it); bacterial canker detected in a Kalona greenhouse tomato high tunnel; spider mites active in high tunnels [00:14:28] Meteorological spring recap: 7th warmest spring on record at 52°F average; near-normal precipitation; 51 tornadoes reported vs. a climatological average of 38 Summary generated by Claude.ai

Notes: It was both an honor and illumination to meet with Sarina Partridge and Annie Schlaefer to talk about Singing Resistance (they were both in it at inception…) and learn two of the songs in the Singing Resistance Songbook – and I left feeling so much encouragement for community and relationship. Annie said, “People want to come to the streets if we're singing together.” Sarina shared her slogan: “More song circles than gas stations!” We talked about weaving the learning from one event into the next crisis you face – the wisdom of long-standing organizers who help grass-roots eco-systems evolve. The role of singing in building community, showing people what we are FOR and welcoming them in, dispelling the belief that we are powerless and isolated, easing numbness, creating a container of beauty we can be in together during these times. And these songs – soooo beautiful!   Song 1: We Belong To Each Other Words by: Nikita Gill Music by: Annie Schlaefer   Songwriter Info: Annie Schlaefer (she/her), a community song-leader, has been collecting songs and facilitating song circles for 13 years in various communities (Northern Minnesota, Maine, Wisconsin) and has more recently been co-facilitating a weekly local community song circle in Minneapolis with a dear friend, Linnea Champ, for nearly 5 years. She continues to be awed by the beautiful ways that singing together brings connection and community. She learned about this style of singing in 2012 in Decorah, Iowa from a local song-leader and now mentor, Liz Rog.    Sharing Info: Annie says: "Please freely share this song in community gathering spaces. If you want to share this song and are making a bunch of money, I would appreciate some of these funds to come my way in the form of a one-time venmo donation @Annie-Schlaefer, or by joining my Patreon as a monthly subscriber. Thank you!"   Song Learning Time Stamps: Start of teaching: 00:03:10 Start of reprise: 00:51:46   Links: Annie's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/AnnieSchlaefer  Nikita Gill: https://www.instagram.com/nikita_gill/    Nuts & Bolts: 4:4, round, major   Song 2: Grief and Love Music by: Sarina Partridge   Songwriter Info: Sarina Partridge is a musician, songleader, educator, and activist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She feels most alive when learning, creating and sharing songs. Sarina sings with a wide variety of music projects: community song-leading; harmony-rich original music with folk trio Heartwood; and performing and teaching of Eastern European and Yiddish song.  Sarina has a passion for connecting people with their own creativity and with community, and uses singing as a modality to help folks develop a sense of wonder and belonging in this wild world   Sharing Info: Sarina says: "Please sing the song with your group! You can buy sheet music for it through my website (link below). If you'd like to have tracks of the separated harmony layers, please contact me. One meaningful way to support me is to join me on patreon for whatever monthly donation amount feels right to you. I post a new song - with separated out tracks for harmony parts, lyrics, the story of the song - on patreon every other week. Thank you!"   Song Learning Time Stamps: Start of teaching: 00:11:05 Start of reprise: 00:49:36   Links: Sarina's website: www.SarinaPartridge.com  Sarina's Patreon: www.patreon.com/sarinapartridge  Sarina's Bandcamp: www.sarinapartridge.bandcamp.com    Nuts & Bolts: 2:2; 3-layer, minor   Extra links:  Barbara McAfee ABS episode: https://www.abreathofsong.com/p/195-get-up-with-guest-barbara-mcafee  Lia Falls: https://marinemillsfolkschool.org/lia-falls/  Liz Rog: https://marinemillsfolkschool.org/liz-rog/  Linnea Champ - Sing As You Are: https://www.patreon.com/cw/SingAsYouAre  Sara Thomsen: “Hearts awakened are unstoppable.”: https://www.echoesofpeace.org/vision  Frankie Armstrong: Founder of Natural Voice Network in England (NVN): https://www.naturalvoice.net/about/history-of-the-network/    Join this community of people who love to use song to help navigate life? Absolutely: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/335811/81227018071442567/share   Help us keep going: reviews, comments, encouragement, plus contributions... we float on your support. https://www.abreathofsong.com/gratitude-jar.html

Show 332 – Sven, Tony and JK hit the backroom at Amrophic Beer to test the Nomono recording set up. How did it go? You guys tell me! How does it sound? https://youtu.be/POThHN9wqHg The Milwaukee Minute (or 5) Tour de Towner – May 24th in Milwaukee – Fat-bike friendly. The ARGO sound is great. If there is a band you like playing there treat yourself! Bay View Rollout 2026 is May 29th RW24 registration Green Mile recap Talkin' Schmack  Todd Poquette Lake Ehfect EX fat-bike project. Born to adventure. Old story on the V1 – https://madeupeh.com/pages/lake-ehfect Weekly Dose of Fat Podcasts moved to Beehiiv – https://news.fat-bike.com/podcast Decorah is an IMBA Trail Town – Mason City too! No Wisconsin towns though. What gives? – https://www.imba.com/trail-towns Highlights of Decorah’s Designation: Official Recognition: Named a 2026 IMBA Trail Town due to its high-quality trail infrastructure, community engagement, and economic commitment to trails.Community Support: The designation is a result of collaboration between the City of Decorah, Decorah Human Powered Trails, Northeast Iowa RC&D, and other local partners Trail Access: Known for a high concentration of trails easily accessible for residents and visitors, supporting local outdoor recreation. Legacy of Cycling: The community has a long history of supporting mountain bike events, dating back to 1983, fostering a strong, local, and sustainable trail culture. Thanks Deke, Chewy, Spinner etc! The Thirsty Cow in Bailey's Harbor with the pour by the ounce. Lite .24 Chaos Pattern .54. Foods OK but not great.  Mert Lawwill passed away on May 6th – his impact on MTB was profound. Check out this story from Mountain Bike Action in 2021 –  Fat-bike.com news Join our Fat-bike Lab community at https://fat-bike.com/community Subscribe to the Weekly Dose of Fat Newsletter at https://fat-bike.com/newsletter  Mert Lawill passed – https://mbaction.com/mert-lawwill-a-man-with-a-mountain-bike-mission/  Riese and Muller leaving the US market. – https://www.r-m.de/en-us/press/press-releases/riese-mueller-us/  Doom and Gloom in the Bike Industry? Lynskey Chapter 11 – https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2026/05/06/lynskey-performance-products-files-chapter-11  The Bike Farmer's shop, Gib's Bike Shop, is closing – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lG-FMJP52g4&t=770s I like the bit at the end about “The Bike Surplus Problem” Porsche closing its eBike Group – https://www.bicycleretailer.com/international/2026/05/08/porsche-closing-its-ebike-performance-group  It's not ALL Doom and Gloom A Directory of builders and shops that do disc brake tabs and frame repair – https://www.stridsland.com/disc-tab-directory/ Omniterra – John and Mira – https://bikepacking.com/news/john-and-mira-world-tour-update-xtracycle-omnitierra-mid-tail-video/  Show Beer – Kettlehouse Brewing Co.'s FRESH BONG WATER – Hemp Pale Ale – 5.0% ABV https://kettlehouse.com/Beer/fresh-bongwater/ If you like this show PLEASE Subscribe in Apple Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/full-spectrum-cycling/id1569662493   Stuff for sale on Facebook Marketplace Shit Worth Doing Fat Tire Tour of Milwaukee Fat Tire Tour of Green Bay Bay View Rollout 2026 is 5-29-26 Strummerfest Sept 12th at Club Garibaldi's Bikes! Large Schlick Cycles 29+ Custom Build – Black Medium Schlick Cycles 29+ Custom Build – Orange Large Schlick Cycles Tatanka, Orange. 29+ Schlick Cycles frames for custom builds Contact info@everydaycycles.com =============================Equipment we use during the production of Full Spectrum Cycling:============================= Cameras Mevo Core – https://amzn.to/3VpGzmJ – (Amazon) Mevo Start – https://amzn.to/3ZG2B7y – (Amazon) Panasonic 25mm 1.7 lens – https://amzn.to/3OH8Ph0 – (Amazon) Olympus 12mm-42mm lens – https://amzn.to/4iiEyCO – (Amazon) Audio Rode Podcaster Pro II – https://amzn.to/3xKbRfI  (Amazon) Microphones Earthworks Ethos Microphone – https://amzn.to/4eR6kEC  (Amazon) MXL BCD-1 Dynamic Microphone – https://amzn.to/3Yigjx9  (Amazon) Rode Wireless Go II – https://amzn.to/3Su114D  (Amazon) Audio Technica BPHS1 Headset Mics – https://amzn.to/4cXebi2  (Amazon) Blue Compass Boom Arm – https://amzn.to/4cClJr1  (Amazon) Accessories Ulanzi Crab Tripod – https://amzn.to/3WIxWVk  (Amazon) Neewer Camera Desk Mount with Overhead Camera Mounting Arm and 1/4″ Ball Head, 17″ – 41″ Adjustable Tabletop Light Stand with C Clamp – https://amzn.to/3Wuo5Bc  (Amazon) =============================Disclosure: Some of the links on this page may be affiliate links. Clicking these and making a purchase will directly support Full Spectrum Cycling. Thanks!=============================

Rob Sand (Democratic Nominee for The Governor of Iowa) talks with Brooks about growing in Iowa at the same time only about 30 miles apart. Rob talks about catching chickens when he was 14, working at the McDonalds in Decorah, IA, and becoming an overseas male model almost on accident. It's a great conversation. Rob rocks. You can look more into Rob and donate to his campaign here: https://robsand.com/ You can get Rob's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Ticket-Uncovering-Americas-Biggest/dp/1640123717 You can catch Brooks on tour here: brookswheelan.com/dates

GuestJames (Jim) Reuter, President and Chief Executive Officer First interstate Bank FIBKCompany NameFirst Interstate BancSystem, Inc.Websitehttp://www.fibk.comTicker $FIBKCompany Biohttps://fibk.com/overview/default.aspxJim's BioJames A. Reuter has been President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and First Interstate Bank as well as a member of the Board of Directors since November 2024. Mr. Reuter leads with expertise drawn from more than 37 years in the banking industry. Prior to joining First Interstate Bank, Mr. Reuter was the President and Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank Holding Company of Colorado from 2017 to 2024. Mr. Reuter started his banking career at FirstBank in 1987 and, prior to CEO, served as the bank's Chief Operating Officer, overseeing many of the bank's divisions including: loan/mortgage operations; information technology (IT); digital banking; payments; business banking; contact center; online account/loan acquisition; marketing; and treasury management. Mr. Reuter has been actively involved in the industry, serving on the Board of Directors of the American Bankers Association (ABA), ABA Government Relations Committee, ABA Payments Systems Advisory Council, and the ABA Venture Investment Committee. He also served on The Clearing House Real Time Payments Business Committee, the Board of Directors for the Mid-Size Bank Coalition of America, the Federal Reserve Bank Faster Payments Task Force Steering Committee, and the Colorado Bankers Association. In addition to industry-related work, Mr. Reuter has served on the boards of numerous nonprofits including: the American Cancer Society of Colorado's CEOs Against Cancer; Women's Foundation of Colorado; Special Olympics of Colorado; Ability Connection Colorado; Blind Institute of Technology; and Cerebral Palsy of Colorado. Mr. Reuter currently serves as Chair of the First Interstate BancSystem Foundation Board of Directors. Mr. Reuter earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and attended the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin.

Song: Life's Dance Music by: Tarren van Ettinger   Notes: This dance of a song loosens me up every time I sing it -- both with the original two parts from Tarren, and then I snuck a third part in when I was singing it on my looper, and I was having so much fun with it, I added it too! Learning the steps as we go -- in and out of the circle, day into night into day, confident, then confused, and back again -- I am grateful for the way this song makes a sweet dance of the whole kit & kaboodle!   Songwriter Info: Tarren is an AuDHD, agender singer/songwriter from Davenport, IA, formerly from Alaska. They have been writing songs actively since 2015, when they wrote their first song at the Village Fire gathering in Decorah. They take inspiration from everything from literature to personal experiences. Tarren lives with their animal-trainer partner, a dog, bird and rabbit, and the occasional foster-critter.   Sharing Info: The song is free to share but Tarren always welcomes financial and/or networking support if/when folks are so moved.   Song Learning Time Stamps: Start time of teaching: 00:03:19 Start time of reprise: 00:16:33   Links: Bandcamp: https://tarrenvanettinger.bandcamp.com Mastodon: https://musician.social/@tarrenvane  Discord: @tarrenvane  Email: tarrenvane@proton.me    Nuts & Bolts: 3:4, major, 3-parts   Join this community of people who love to use song to help navigate life? Absolutely: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/335811/81227018071442567/share   Help us keep going: reviews, comments, encouragement, plus contributions... we float on your support. https://www.abreathofsong.com/gratitude-jar.html

This week on Hoop Troop, we break down Iowa high school basketball with a full preview of the MLK Classic, upset alerts, and the toughest places to play in Iowa.We dive into:How to define roles and build winning lineupsWhich teams are overachieving and under the radarCould Harrison Barnes' team make a run at the Iowa 1A state title?Plus:A new Lunch League LegendTony's expert analysisDoug's Pick of the WeekIf you love Iowa hoops, high school basketball, rankings, and game predictions, this episode is for you.Shooters shoot.LUNCH LEAGUE LEGEND: Thatcher Doughan - MOC Floyd ValleySchools mentioned: Waukee Northwest, Dowling Catholic, Valley, Cedar Falls, Ames, Pella, Norwalk, St. Eds, LeMars, Urbandale, Decorah, Heelan, Council Bluffs AB Lincoln

In this episode you will hear: (01:45) Mark and Julia discuss, what do you do if you find out that you were deferred or wait-listed from a college. When is the best time to send in a letter of continued interest? (28:04) QFL and Interview: Matt Beatty, VP of enrollment at Luther College in Decorah in Iowa Preview • Matt gives his bio, and he tells us about the location of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa • Matt shares what he feels is the most special thing about Luther College • Matt shares what Paideia is at Luther College • Matt talks about the music program at Luther, including their award-winning 4-day Holiday program and a music tradition that has been going on for over 150 years at Luther • Matt talks about the unique partnership that Luther's nursing program has with the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota • Matt talks about the unique Norwegian studies program that Luther offers • Matt talks about the flexibility of the curriculum at Luther • Matt talks about the distinctive marketing program • Matt talks about Luther's commitment to sustainability and environmental studies • Matt tells us more about the student body at Luther, and he talks about the sports program at Luther • Matt talks about the admissions requirements for Luther • Matt talks about the ideal student who is a good fit for Luther • Matt talks about the very generous merit scholarships at Luther • Matt talks about where their students are from • Matt talks about the campus beauty, and he tells us more about Decorah, Iowa Recommended Resource Guide to help first year students complete the Common Application- Application guide for first-year students Speakpipe.com/YCBK is our method if you want to ask a question and we will be prioritizing all questions sent in via Speakpipe. 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Iowa is struggling — with rising cancer rates, a shrinking economy, overburdened healthcare systems, and families being pushed out of communities they love. This week, Rob Sand returns to Moderate Party to talk about why he's running for governor in a moment when many people would run the other way. Rob is the only Democrat who can still win statewide in Iowa, and he's trying to build a coalition grounded not in outrage, but in actual problem-solving.We talk about listening, dissent, navigating disagreement without feeding division, and what it means to govern a state that's hurting. It's a conversation about leadership, humility, and why the work is still worth doing.About RobRob Sand was born and raised in Decorah, where his family has lived for generations, and where he grew up fishing, hunting, and discovering his passion for public service while helping build a community skatepark. He began his career as an Assistant Iowa Attorney General and the state's chief public corruption prosecutor, taking on scammers, taxpayer abusers, violent criminals, and the largest lottery-rigging scheme in American history—later chronicled in his true-crime book The Winning Ticket. Iowans have since elected him twice as State Auditor, first in 2018, when he became the first Democrat to win the office since the 1960s, and again in 2022 as the only Democrat reelected statewide. In office, Rob has uncovered more than $29 million in waste, fraud, and abuse, held both parties accountable, and launched the Public Innovations and Efficiencies (PIE) program—an award-winning efficiency initiative now adopted in all 99 counties and replicated in other states. Known for working across political lines, Rob has included Independents and Republicans in senior leadership roles and supported staff regardless of their political donations, grounding his work not in left vs. right but right vs. wrong. Now running for governor, Rob is focused on lowering costs, protecting taxpayer dollars, restoring trust in government, and improving the lives of Iowa families. And when he's not fighting corruption or working for Iowans, you can find him bowhunting, fishing, biking, taste-testing Casey's pizza, or spending time with his wife Christine, their two sons, and their dog, Pow.Rob Sand for IowaReynolds signs law to limit Iowa state auditor's powers | Iowa Public Radio

The City of Decorah was visited by royalty this week.

Send us a textIn this episode of Friday Night Beers, Tom & Vince drink Cyber Sue. This beer comes from Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. in Decorah, IA. They drink it and somehow compare it to things like the essence of a threequel, Lord of the Rings, Toy Story, Harry Potter, Fast & Furious, Transformers, Mark Wahlberg and more. At the end, they rate this beer on a unique 1-5 scale. VINCE: 3.75 / 5 VincesTOM: 3.5 / 5 TomsInstagram: @friday.night.beersTwitter: @fnb_pod Threads: https://www.threads.net/@friday.night.beersEmail: friday.night.beerspodcast@gmail.com Theme music by Billy Hansa. Subscribe, rate and review the podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you find your podcasts!

On the weekend of Aug. 8 and 9, the beloved Seed Savers Exchange will celebrate its 50th anniversary of preserving our seed heritage with festivities at its homebase in Decorah, Iowa. I wanted to celebrate Seed Savers here a little, too,... Read More ›

On the weekend of Aug. 8 and 9, the beloved Seed Savers Exchange will celebrate its 50th anniversary of preserving our seed heritage with festivities at its homebase in Decorah, Iowa. I wanted to celebrate Seed Savers here a little, too,... Read More ›

This week I conduct a ritual to bring Jacob back for a review of Bring Her Back. We also discuss Wolf Man, A Complete Unknown, Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark, Blue Period, M3GAN, and Lost in Starlight. All while drinking King Sue. An imperial New England IPA by Toppling Goliath Brewing Company out of Decorah, Iowa.

Brown Swiss Master Breeders are selling their special ones at the sale in Decorah, Iowa this Saturday!

Steven Zittergruen is a city councilor and Strong Towns member from Decorah, Iowa. In this Bottom-Up Short, he joins Norm to discuss the ways he's making his community stronger. His efforts include revamping Decorah's budgeting process, helping launch Decorah's Local Conversation group, and writing about local governance. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Dear Decorah (Substack) Learn how to do the math in your own community. Decorah made it to the Elite Eight in this year's Strongest Town Contest. There are many great lessons that cities of all sizes can learn from their hard work. Click here to read more about their progress. Norm Van Eeden Petersman (LinkedIn) Do you know someone who would make for a great The Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!

How can agritourism deepen community connections and support a diversified farm? In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we're joined by Maren Beard, co-owner of Luna Valley Farm in Decorah, Iowa. Maren and her husband, Tom, run a certified organic regenerative farm, raising 100% grass-fed cattle and sheep while also serving up delicious wood-fired pizzas to their community. Tune in to hear how Luna Valley is creating connection through food and what it really takes to run a thriving pizza farm! Episode Highlights: Origin Story: How did Maren and Tom get started with Luna Valley Farm? [1:41] Turning a Barn into a Pizzeria: What inspired the idea for pizza nights, and how did it grow? [6:49] Day-to-Day Life: What does a typical week look like on Luna Valley? [8:51] Wood-Fired Pizza: What are the most popular pizza offerings, and what makes them so special? [16:47] Cattle Farming: How does the grass-fed cattle operation fit into their regenerative practices? [24:45] Hindsight: What would Maren do differently if she were to start over again? [32:36] Don't miss this episode to hear how Maren is blending food, farming, and hospitality to build something truly special in rural Iowa!

Travis Goedken is the city manager of Decorah, Iowa. In this Bottom-Up Short, he joins Norm to talk about a few of the practices and reforms that are making Decorah strong, including making its budgeting easier to understand for residents, embracing a highly collaborative planning process, and opening up new housing options by finding creative loopholes in restrictive state laws. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Feeling inspired? Vote for Decorah in the Strongest Town Contest! Travis Goedken (LinkedIn) Norm Van Eeden Petersman (LinkedIn) Do you know someone who would make for a great The Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!

Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo stops by the Morning Show for our first A.F.R. update of 2025!! Wild fires, open burning in the city, training, and recruitment are just a few topics Bob and Emily discuss on today's show. Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo grew up in rural New Mexico. She achieved a BA in English and Secondary Education at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa in 1999. After returning home to New Mexico, Emily taught and coached for four years at Albuquerque Public Schools before joining Albuquerque Fire Rescue in 2005. During her time at AFR, Emily has served as an officer in both the Paramedic and Fire Suppression Divisions, served on the AFD Safety Committee, taught in the EMS Training Division, and coordinated both the Professional Development and Firefighter Health and Wellness programs, served at the chair of the Operations Planning Committee for ACS, and serves on the board for the Mental Health Response Advisory Committee. In 2015, she was the recipient of the IAFF 244 Outstanding Leadership Award and was nominated as an Albuquerque Business First Woman of Excellence in 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do residents of Decorah, Iowa, have the seven year public power itch? Actually, they're probably just steamed about two double-digit increases in their electric bills since 2018, when they last considered creating a city-owned electric utility. While that initiative fell short by just three votes, today, the advocates promoting a “yes” vote on the March 4 public power initiative think that anger over Alliant Energy's lies and bill increases can flip the outcome. | For this episode of the Local Energy Rules Podcast, host John Farrell is joined by Emily Neal, an at-large member of the Decorah city council and a member of the Decorah Sustainability Commission. Show page available: https://ilsr.org/articles/decorah-muni-ler229/ Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ Don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, leave a recommendation on our podcast feeds, and join the conversation online using the #LocalEnergyRules hashtag!

Back in August, we had the great fortune to drink through an entire lineup from Decorah, Iowa's Pulpit Rock Brewing (thanks to listeners Benji and Suzanne) and this resulting episode is sounding great out of the cellar, thanks to some interview snippets with co-head brewer Bob Slack from the Great Taste of the Midwest. It doesn't take long until we go a little nuts over nuts, but we also learn to appreciate long written-off desserts, rank the gorgeous can art, and stand in bewilderment over ice cream truck music.  Bob Slack Interview (00:09:06 - 00:15:50) Beers Reviewed Whatever (West Coast-style Pilsner) Saftig (New England-style IPA) Tingles, Vol. 1 (Hard Seltzer w/ pineapple juice, lemonade mix, grenadine, and passionfruit puree) Church Salad (Sour w/ toasted walnuts, marshmallows, coconut, and pineapple juice) Haywire (Pastry Imperial Stout w/ malted milk balls, peanuts, cashews, and almonds)  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5UD5KLgR0A Show #283 - Allroy #1 Fan from Canada - Fat-bike.com is Back - Global Fat-bike Day - Santa Rampage  The Milwaukee Minute (or 5) Nut Factory Building Party moving back to February?? The 22nd is in play. Tony's new hair! HAIL SANTA! Happy birthday Cleone, see you next week!  Go Cardano (crypto minute) Where to do Santa Rampage. Decorah or Milwaukee PodcastMKE Mugs! Get yourself one! - https://podcastmke.printful.me/ Tony's got new hair! Talkin' Schmack fat-bike.com is making a comeback. Check out this article and dig the comments. People want it to continue. - https://fat-bike.com/2024/11/fat-bike-com-therell-be-some-changes-made/ Global Fat-bike Day over 4,000 people interested and Over 70 Facebook events New MTB Trail in Peninsula  American Made drivetrain (again??) - Jab $295 - remember the last round? Paul, Precision Billet (Where are the cages?) https://madronecycles.com/products/jab-derailleur Cold Weather and Gear - Favorites Tony Sven JK More on the Crumbworks Chunk we talked about a week or two ago. - https://bikepacking.com/bikes/crumbworks-chunk-review/ Crypto Minute Update - A nice run. Allroy! Show Guest - Allroy  New Fat-bike Rocky Mountain Show Beer - Dad Beer - Pabst - Hamm's - Old Style For Sale Corner: Paul Klamper Brakes   Stuff for sale on Facebook Marketplace Call-in to 717-727-2453 and leave us a message about how cycling is making your life better! Shit Worth Doin' Santa Cycle Rampage 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/events/1253886332313603/ - Saturday, December 7th, 9am at Wisconsin Bike Fed / Bayview Wheel and Sprocket Global Fat-bike Day - Saturday, December 7th unless otherwise noted Wisconsin Two Rivers, Wisconsin - https://facebook.com/events/s/global-fat-bike-day-2024-two-r/1739291673553815/  Rhinelander, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/1937315896773076/ Kewaskum, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/926887866044981/ Stevens Point, Wisconsin -https://www.facebook.com/events/411845278643178/ Hayward, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/1524186511567976/ La Crosse, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/933845708640091/ Amery, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/1510554153669109/ Eau Claire - Campout! - https://www.facebook.com/events/945720350751973/ Cambridge, Wisconsin - https://www.facebook.com/events/930107655657497/ Colorado Breckenridge, Colorado - https://facebook.com/events/s/global-fatbike-day-ride-brecke/1734179690760311/ Connecticut Woodbridge, Connecticut - https://facebook.com/events/s/global-fat-bike-day/2805444582967079/ Illinois Kickapoo, Illinois - https://www.facebook.com/events/1099098771607125/ Idaho Driggs, Idaho - https://www.facebook.com/events/2082301352211904/ Iowa Iowa City, Iowa - Saturday, December 14th - https://facebook.com/events/s/global-fatbike-day-extended-pl/1737812243663424/  Davenport, Iowa - https://www.facebook.com/events/2668935976628169/ Waterloo, Iowa - https://www.facebook.com/events/1525568424824021/ Council Bluffs, Iowa - https://www.facebook.com/events/923840849674375/ Massachusetts Plymouth, Massachusetts - https://www.facebook.com/events/8682991535103130/ Michigan Midland, Michigan - https://facebook.com/events/s/global-fat-bike-day-2024/472388439194262/ Laingsburg, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/1359033465056532/ White Cloud, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/429018173586717/ Holland, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/1085844076662536/ Free Soil, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/597959449387012/ Ishpeming, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/1281965782849462/ Rochester Hills, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/585738687451209/ Green Oak, Michigan - https://www.facebook.com/events/3849655508635265/

Spinner and Chewey sit down for a quick update on Jerry Wright's celebration of life and the ongoing trail issues on their beloved Decorah trails. Decorah Human Powered Trails builds and maintains over 26 miles of off road single track trails for mountain bikers, trail runners, and hikers in the Decorah Park system as a division of the Decorah Park and Rec Department. Decorah Human Powered Trails - https://www.decorahmtb.com Check out the Dave Lunz original Lego creation depicting the King of the Hill from Pugsley Worlds a decade ago or so.

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Wilfred Bunge, professor emeritus of religion at Luther College. Dr. Bunge served as a professor of religion from 1962 to 1999 and was the co-author of Transformed by the Journey, a book covering 150 years of history from its founding through its sesquicentennial date of 2011. Dr. Bunge discussed the writing of Transformed by the Journey and shared his own journey from a farm outside of Spring Grove, Minnesota to Luther College to Harvard and back to Decorah, Iowa serving over three decades in the religion department. For those of you who love ideas, the liberal arts, and Luther College, this is the episode for you! In one hour, we covered all things Luther College from Wil's own journey at Luther and his observations about other leading lights in Luther history including Vilhelm and Elisabeth Koren, J.W. Ylvisaker, Elwin Farwell, and Weston Noble. Much gratitude to Dr. Bunge for sharing his journey and for his service to Luther College!

Mike O'Lena from the BATFE joins Pyro Talk to have a conversation about regulations, myths, permitting, and one story you don't wanna miss! If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! ⁠⁠⁠https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ==⁠⁠⁠ Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! ⁠https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk?⁠ #bringtheboom #Iowa #paintthesky #regulations #proline #industry #safety #fireworks #ATF #thoughts #musings #stories

Here's what's coming down the pipe this season! Take a listen, each Monday as Pyro Talk starts into the fall season! If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! ⁠⁠⁠https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ==⁠⁠⁠ Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk?

Decorah Public Opinion, September 26, 1906, Decorah, Iowa.

Indigenous educator and mental health advocate Tim Decorah discusses coping with undiagnosed mental health issues and his dedication to helping others. Tim is a Coach, Teacher, Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Mentor. He is a former University of Wisconsin-Platteville basketball player who played under Hall of Fame Coach Bo Ryan. As a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, Tim hopes to serve as a face for those within indigenous communities who are struggling with mental health issues. He can be reached at https://www.coachdecorahllc.com/. The 2024 Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Seminar where Tim will be a keynote speaker can be found here: https://www.wisconsinconnect.org/2024aps.html The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host, Westwords Consulting or the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

John Mikruit joins Pyro Talk for a conversation about getting the Sky Wars call, what it takes to do Blind Pyro, and some of our favorite memories and mistakes. It's a great ride as John gets ready to blow our minds at Sky Wars! For more information on Sky Wars: https://skywarsevent.com/ If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! ⁠⁠https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ==⁠⁠ Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? #bringtheboom #Iowa #paintthesky #SKYWARS #proline #industry #safety #fireworks #BlindPyro #thoughts #musings #stories

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionSep. 04, 2024        Kelly Hover of Tactacam of Decorah, one of the nation's top trail camera manufacturers, now expanding into security devices, as well.

The Ohio Pyros created a club competition event and executed it...in three weeks. Hear how they pulled it off an what lies ahead as Brian Dunaway and Andrew Wolf join me for a conversation! If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! ⁠⁠https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ==⁠⁠ Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? #bringtheboom #Ohio #paintthesky #PGI #proline #update #industry #safety #fireworks #Boomtown #training #thoughts #musings #gathering

The instant reaction to BOOMTOWN!! The Iowa Pyrotechnic Association's Convention, recorded on the way home in the truck! For more information on the Iowa Pyrotechnic Association: https://www.iowapyro.com/ If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! ⁠https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ==⁠ Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? #bringtheboom #Iowa #paintthesky #PGI #proline #update #industry #safety #fireworks #Boomtown #training #thoughts #musings

Brittany Todd is a dedicated entrepreneur and the current owner of Mill Street Mocha in Decorah, Iowa. Brittany's career journey spans from professional photography to coffee shop ownership. She and her husband, Nathaniel, also own the beloved local ice cream shop, Sugar Bowl. Brittany is deeply involved in her community, focusing on delivering personalized service and forging genuine connections. She is also the brain behind the Reset Business Conference, aimed at empowering rural entrepreneurs with valuable insights and tools.Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of the Uncommon Wealth Podcast, host Phillip Ramsey welcomes Brittany Todd, the dynamic owner of Mill Street Mocha and co-owner of Sugar Bowl ice cream shop. Brittany candidly shares her journey from entrepreneurship in photography to successfully managing multiple local businesses. She explores the importance of being genuinely connected to the community and the personal fulfillment derived from operating small businesses. This episode is packed with insightful stories, reflecting Brittany's passion for creating a service-oriented business environment.Brittany discusses the unexpected but rewarding path to owning Mill Street Mocha, shedding light on the complexities and lessons learned from business acquisitions. With keywords like "entrepreneurship," "community engagement," "business acquisition," and "work-life balance," this episode serves as a treasure trove of practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Brittany also highlights the significance of making incremental changes, emphasizing that understanding and empathy towards staff can lead to sustainable business growth. Key themes of resilience, community connection, and strategic planning are woven throughout the conversation.Key Takeaways: Building and maintaining a business significantly benefits from genuine community engagement and personalized customer service. Entrepreneurship often involves unexpected opportunities and requires the ability to adapt and learn on the go. The importance of having systems and processes in place to prevent burnout and ensure business sustainability. Involving and understanding the needs of staff members can greatly enhance operational efficiency and morale. For those contemplating a career change or business venture: Small incremental steps and doing thorough research can pave the way for a successful transition.Notable Quotes: "I've never been hired for a real job. If nobody will hire me, I'll just create one." "Nothing can make up for lost time, relationships, people. There is, you don't take it with you when you go." "It's a vibe about that community within that building." "You can give a gift card to anyone who asks for one, but is that really what their organization needs? Maybe they actually need something completely different." "Nothing is going to be your vision, but it's gonna somehow end up better than that."Resources: Brittany Todd on Instagram Mill Street Mocha - Brittany's website Reset Business Conference - More information on Brittany's conference aimed at fostering entrepreneurial growth in northeast Iowa.To capture the full depth of Brittany Todd's entrepreneurial journey and glean actionable insights from her experiences, listen to the full episode. Stay tuned for more inspiring dialogues on the Uncommon Wealth Podcast as we continue to bring you closer to individuals who are living life on their own terms.

My musings that I recorded while on the drive home from Brainerd. A big thank you to everyone that stopped me to have a chat, or took stickers, and to all that listen! If you're looking to sign up for the PGI DOC class in Decorah, Iowa on October 19th, here is your link! https://aorvo8sab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FnAZ18osPb2409hg5_OwQCSpXlcAYcZlmwSgwXRnY3-OpapSMTjiKKy14IKqb6Igm0shWRC06up6xMes_ZyCjbguA9XO7KzjhDYamLgAOvPXp9J1BzT_cIcD012P1RvVwIrO75Pyo5rEnN04SdXqzOHyEphd-UCLiAhsZyVDo9rn-9tIaQZcNs9vy71wh34CDXmKGzIG23Lx8Z_pzoRswsERN6UIbilctVHAPkuU0wbuKV3uB6OJnx8F5jM_ZzZMdpOu36nBwbZeDLG0hlhD975-QRHEPWaD-sqpEg-3yQmSeUo8abQpI8P13BMgEfoJLlOvxAdrY4dHqCzXOhl1AwtPHLZ75Sjk4omjGZSEHS8RdIK_gOpsv9ab7M2XLY7dnx18nenCSJKO2KUzOQElHA==&c=CGOG-gxjDdGpD7ZU2JyGq9OjAzOBULRJsRQM791FK9FrtOf4s74Wtw==&ch=Bhwe_KIpXfbvfks_eOXzcpN-gmu29cwoM2xYDlPI6wewzOAgbxMidQ== Check out our merch store to pick up a t-shirt, mug, hat, flag, and much more. New items added all the time! https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? https://historybridgeproductions-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/pyro-talk? #bringtheboom #drones #technology #paintthesky #PGI #proline #update #industry #safety #fireworks #american #wholesale #training #thoughts #musings

This week we put on our longlegs and worship our favorite man downstairs cause we are reviewing the highly anticipated Longlegs. We also discuss Castle in the Sky, Fantastic Planet, and Deadpool. All while drinking Cage's Castles. An imperial IPA by Toppling Goliath Brewing Company, out of Decorah, Iowa. Intro and Beer Selection 0:00-16:13 Longlegs Review 16:13-50:22 Nano Reviews 50:22-1:08:33 Outro 1:08:33-1:12:33 Subscribe to our Patreon for premium episodes! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Spotify! Follow us on  Podbean! Follow us on Instagram! Follow us on TikTok! You can buy individual premium episodes on our Bandcamp! Send your questions and comments to sudsandcinemapodcast@gmail.com Logo and Artwork by @djmikeholiday  

Rural LGBTQ+ people face significant challenges and discrimination compared to their urban peers. But they are essential to building a more inclusive future for agriculture.To mark Pride Month, we speak with members of the community about their experiences. Hear from LGBTQ+ farmers forging inclusive spaces in vegetable farming, beekeeping and beyond. We also pick up where we left off last episode as Alina Luana de Oliveira delves deeper into the fight against discrimination in rural BrazilThis is Farms. Food. Future – a podcast that's good for you, good for the planet and good for farmers. Brought to you by the International Fund for Agricultural Development.For more information:https://www.ifad.org/en/web/latest/-/podcast-episode-62Rock Steady Farm - Rock Steady is a queer owned and operated cooperative vegetable farm rooted in social justice, food access and farmer training.They Keep Bees - They Keep Bees is a LGBTQIA+ run business in Western Massachusetts. We tend bees in Western Massachusetts and on the central coast of Florida.La Via Campesina - La Via Campesina, founded in 1993, is an international movement bringing together millions of peasants, landless workers, indigenous people, pastoralists, fishers, migrant farmworkers, small and medium-size farmers, rural women, and peasant youth from around the world. Built on a solid sense of unity and solidarity, it defends peasant agriculture for food sovereignty.Queer farmer network - The QFN was conceived to build community among queer farmers and to reflect on and interrupt racist, capitalist, and heteropatriarchal legacies in Agriculture.humble hands harvest – a worker-owned co-operative growing food to celebrate this place - Humble Hands Harvest is a worker-owned co-operative farm. We grow 2+ acres of organic vegetables, grass-finished sheep, pastured pork, and fruit and nut trees. We distribute at the Winneshiek Farmers Market in Decorah; and through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program for both our veggies and our meat. We found our long-term home in 2017 on Hidden Falls Road, 10 miles from Decorah, on ancestral Sauk, Meskwaki, Lakota, and Ho-chunk land, and began functioning as a worker-owned co-operative that same year.

Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Courageous Fire as they delve into the challenges faced by Black women in predominantly white spaces. Courageous shares insights into her journey of embracing authenticity and self worth, highlighting the power of vulnerability, trust, and empathy in building inclusive spaces. About Our Guest Courageous Fire is a Black woman and diligent part of the workforce who learned it was important to have a safe space to do safety planning, what it looked like to get help outside the workplace during the crisis of domestic violence, how far reaching the cost of DV is to health, how disruptive it is to work performance, how expensive it can be for years into the future, and how uniquely this health, economic, social justice issue specifically impacts Black women. Once Courageous executed her plan to free herself and her daughters, she began to furiously RESEARCH. She wanted to find and/or create the best solutions. She wanted to know if she could find employer partners to create spaces within the work environment for safety planning if she provided the training and materials. She wanted to know if they realized how much money she could save them in employee absenteeism and healthcare costs if she provided them with cultural resources for their Black women employees. And she wanted to teach them how to utilize their position in Black women DV victim-survivor's lives to be disruptors of the oftentime end result of DV - homicide. She began Courageous Fire, LLC nearly 5 years ago to educate with a concentration on two distinct groups - Centers of Trust and Centers of Must - to increase the spaces where Black women can be treated with dignity, compassion, and stop being refused services or having services terminated for showing up fully as a Black woman during crisis. Courageous has always known her work would need to broaden to mitigate the harm of systems holding Black women accountable for the perpetrator's violence against them and their children. That's why she is moving toward those state-operated systems in her collaborative work with organizations such as Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Children and Families of Iowa, and Safe and Together Institute to make that happen. Nearly 5 years later, Courageous has successfully charted relationships with over 30 organizations to increase safe spaces for Black women. These places in Iowa include many cities: Waterloo, Dubuque, Davenport, Iowa City, Decorah, Cedar Rapids, Ankeny, and Des Moines, as well as Illinois and New York. In this time she has 1 organization that has set up a place for safety planning, but she knows there are many more needed. Courageous is a consultant, trainer, and women's empowerment speaker who comes with 12+ years of curriculum development and delivery experience, 6+ years as a motivational speaker, and 5+ years of independent studies in historical and systemic racial impact on Black women in DV. She often says her approach is never “shame on you!” which closes people down, but instead it is one of “did you know?” to give people a safe place for consideration. Courageous is aware that there is a temptation to assume how a Black woman will “teach”, but experience has shown her that knowledge, authenticity, and comfort with who she is creates a safe for her audience to be comfortable with themselves while they learn, question, seek, discard, relearn, and grow. She comes ready to invite everyone that attends that level of #permission. Links and Resources Website: www.cfirellc.com/home LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cfire Instagram: www.instagram.com/cfire_llc Shared Sisterhood: How to Take Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work by Tina Opie and Beth A. Livingston : https://a.co/d/dzMZaMD

Anthony is from Decorah, Iowa and he kicked my butt more than a few times back in the day. He started wrestling in 4th grade and eventually made his way over to the CVMC wrestling club. Anthony became a 2x state qualifier for the Vikings, placing 5th as a junior. He started his college career at UW-La Crosse before transferring to Upper Iowa, where he finished his career. Anthony now lives in New Hampton and runs the Chickasaw Elite Wrestling Club. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Anthony Hable! Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/ Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/ Registration is open for the Granby Wrestling Camp in Belle Plaine, IA. The camp is from June 24th-26th and is hosted by The Granby School of Wrestling. All the information, including registration and event details can be found using the links below or head to granbyschool.com. Remember: Summer wrestling makes winter champs! Granby School of Wrestling registration: http://www.granbyschool.com/shop/product/326989 Granby School of Wrestling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2525819390924322/?ti=ls --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lets-talk-wrestling/support

Decorah Republican, May 19, 1871, Decorah, Iowa

“I've really enjoyed getting into classrooms to affirm my colleagues. I seek whenever I do a visit to say something that is both positive and true. I could just be positive, but if it's not truthful, students can sense that. I've really enjoyed getting to bop in, see great teaching in action, and affirm my colleagues in front of their students.”Dr. Brett D. Epperson is Director of Choral Activities and Assistant Professor of Music at Hastings College. He directs the Hastings College Choir and teaches courses in conducting, vocal pedagogy, diction and studio voice. Brett also serves as director of the adult Chancel Choir at First Presbyterian Church of Hastings.Prior to his career in higher education, Brett was a public school music educator for nearly a decade. Epperson led choral programs at Yutan Public Schools (Nebraska), Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and East High School in Lincoln, Nebraska. Under his leadership at Lincoln East, the choral program tripled in enrollment, East Singers was selected as a featured concert choir at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference and Epperson was the recipient of a Lincoln Public Schools Inspire Award for implementing an Adaptive Music program. Epperson has also served as a graduate assistant within the College of Music at Florida State University, was an adjunct instructor of voice at Doane University (Nebraska), and is a previous Artistic Director-Conductor of the Lincoln Lutheran Choir.Dr. Epperson is active as a guest conductor, clinician, adjudicator and collaborative keyboardist, with appearances across the United States, the Caribbean and Europe. In June 2023, Epperson traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, where he was a featured conductor as part of AVoice4Peace choral festival. As a vocalist, he has sung with Grammy-nominated choral ensembles and has been a featured soloist in choral-orchestral performances across the Midwest and South. Galaxy Music Corporation released his first published composition in 2022.Brett earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from Michigan State University, and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Music Education-Choral Conducting from Florida State University.To get in touch with Brett, you can find him on Facebook (@brettdepperson) or Instagram (@brettdepperson).Choir Fam wants to hear from you! Check out the Minisode Intro Part 3 episode from February 16, 2024, to hear how to share your story with us.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

Seed Savers Exchange is a small non-profit that's making a big difference. For a half century, they've been saving seeds, getting them out into gardens, telling their stories––and cultivating biodiversity that has been badly diminished with the rise of corporate agriculture and seed production. Located in Decorah, Iowa, Seed Savers has a large farm where they cultivate genetic diversity, including vegetables, flowers, fruits, and even heritage livestock. You can get and share seeds through their exchange and their seed catalog.  

Does a farm run by its workers affect its success and how it operates? In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael talks with Hannah Breckbill, who helped start Humble Hands Harvest. This organic farm in Northeast Iowa is run by its workers. Now in her 12th year, Hannah and her team practice no-till farming, showing their dedication to sustainable food and supporting the local community. Listen in to find out how Hannah runs this community-focused, worker-owned farm. You'll hear: How Hannah got started in sustainable agriculture 1:00 About Humble Hands' journey to owning land  5:01 What Certified Organic means to Hannah 8:51 About what the help on the farm is like as a worker-owned farm 11:06 More about the biggest challenges Humble Hands faces with their business model 18:37 About what kind of education/encouragement they offer the queer farming community 29:38 What Hannah's advice is for beginning farmers 31:43 About the Guest: Hannah is starting her 12th season with Humble Hands Harvest, a worker-owned vegetable farm growing food for the people of Decorah, Iowa. She holds a vision of a cooperative food web that regenerates rural livelihood as well as soil and ecosystems. She launched the Queer Farmer Convergence in 2018 and loves to be gathered on the land with fellow farmers and land stewards. Resources: Website - https://humblehandsharvest.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/humblehandsharvest Facebook - facebook.com/humblehandsharvest   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! At our Growing Farmers store, planting season is in full swing! A treasure trove of plant starts and cuttings await. Our team is shipping everything from elderberry and willow cuttings to strawberry starts and potato slips.  So if you've been eyeing that sunny spot by the fence or considering how to fill that quiet corner of your yard, look not further. Visit shop.growingfarmers.com today for the first step towards a greener, more fruitful farmstead or garden.

Decorah Public Opinion, April 19, 1916, Decorah, Iowa

Two eaglets hatched right on time this past week at a nest monitored by the Raptor Resource Project near Decorah.

On this week's podcast, we are joined by Dr. Andrea Vitz, D.C. author of "The You've Never Met" and Emotional Sobriety Educator. We talk leadership and mental health through the lens of emotional sobriety. I share a glass of Radiant Haze IPA from Radiant Beer Co. in Decorah, IA.About Dr. Vitz:Dr. Vitz is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, podcaster, and doctor of chiropractic. Her acclaimed book, "The You You've Never Met," has guided numerous individuals to heal their emotional and behavioral patterns as well as past and present relationships. Her work redefines what Emotional Sobriety truly is and unveils her surprising research regarding who actually requires it and why. Her anticipated second and third books are set to be released in 2024, further solidifying her status as an influential voice in personal growth and an expert in Emotional Sobriety. The foundation of her teachings are based on her own humility, coming from many mistakes and failures which she was gifted with the grace to overcome. She strongly believes in the practice of remembering where we have made our own errs and therefore can begin to use less judgment on others.As the co-founder of LIFTED Academy, Levelheaded Doc, LLC, owner of Vitz Chiropractic, and team doctor at California's Strongest Gym, Diablo Barbell, she has dedicated her life to helping individuals tap into their ultimate potency and create real change in their lives, emotionally, mentally, physically, and energetically.One of Dr. Vitz's most notable contributions to the field is the development of EMSO (Emotional Sobriety) Training, a groundbreaking rep-based approach that has brought relief and healing to hundreds of individuals in their marriages, companies, and personal lives. This has fostered a global movement for Emotional Sobriety providing people with the tools they need to master emotional fluency and to release shame, anger, and all forms of destructive emotional pain. She coaches all types of people and is often sought after by high-level executives and/or their teams to lead executive retreats, 1:1 coaching, or run leadership training both in-person and virtual. You can hear her every weekday on her podcast, Levelheaded Talk.Dr. Vitz also has a nearly two-decade background as a distinguished doctor of chiropractic and injury rehabilitation which she continues to practice to this day. She resides in California, cherishing her role as a mother to her amazing daughter and wife to her “partner in everything," Ted O'Neill, co-founder and fellow faculty of LIFTED Academy and head coach at Diablo Barbell, the physical training center of LIFTED.Driven by her purpose to relieve pain from others who have been hurt and have made mistakes, she fosters redemption and understanding for all. She continues to transform lives by guiding individuals away from emotional overwhelm, behavioral issues, and habituated thinking toward levelheadedness, clarity, self-trust, confidence, and the reality of true empowerment.

Make the beers with the best ingredients. Don't cut corners. Period. That's the philosophy of Clark Lewey and Mike Saboe at Toppling Goliath Brewing Company in Decorah, Iowa. If you're anything like us, you've enjoyed many Pseudo Sue and King Sue beers with your friends, but do you know about Toppling Goliath's full range of delicious brews they've got in their line up? Clark and Barbara Lewey founded Toppling Goliath Brewing Company in 2009 in Decorah, Iowa after huge success in home brewing. In less than a decade, TG has become world-renowned for IPAs and barrel-aged stouts. They even distribute in 30 states and create more than 40 beers that rotate throughout the year. Tune in to this episode with Clark and Mike to find out how they've done it all! Check Out Toppling Goliath Brewing Company in Decorah, IA:https://www.tgbrews.com/ Follow Pour Another Round:Facebook: /PourAnotherRoundPodInstagram: @PourAnotherRoundPod

Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to help unwind.  Studies show it can reduce anxiety, help you get better sleep and lower depression levels. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/y6stdy3b Episode summary: As a war correspondent and an Afghani refugee, Nelufar Hedayat is acutely aware of how stress feels in her body. For our show, Nelufar tried Progressive Muscle Relaxation: But what the practice's title doesn't mention is that you methodically tense your muscles,  before releasing them.. At first, it triggered feelings of distress for her. But after recently being diagnosed with complex post-traumatic stress disorder, Nelufar was able to reframe her relationship to the exercise. By separating the sensation of tensing from stress, she completed the practice feeling empowered and euphoric. Later, we hear from psychologist Loren Toussaint about the importance of intentionally engaging our body's relaxation response. We also learn how Progressive Muscle Relaxation compares to other well-known relaxation techniques, like deep breathing and visualization. Practice: Listen to next week's Happiness Break on October 5th for a short guided version of this practice. Try following these steps for Progressive Muscle Relaxation from Kaiser Permanente: https://tinyurl.com/4k668ehv Today's guests: Nelufar Hedayat is an award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker who has reported on numerous conflict zones. Her new podcast Ritually explores the role of wellness and spiritual practices in contemporary society. Listen to Ritually: https://tinyurl.com/mtzvf2kp Follow Nelufar on Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/42ytnytw Follow Nelufar on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/y6abuvtp Follow Nelufar on Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/mr2weemp Loren Toussaint is a professor of psychology at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Learn more about Loren and his work: https://tinyurl.com/4ea2jx9x Follow Loren on Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/mry2yb4s Resources from The Greater Good Science Center: Four Ways to Calm Your Mind in Stressful Times: https://tinyurl.com/6apdf52p How Resting More Can Boost Your Productivity: https://tinyurl.com/23h6rnvw How a Body Scan Can Help With Strong Emotions: https://tinyurl.com/59tyjbhr How Tuning In to Your Body Can Make You More Resilient: https://tinyurl.com/y2jhfmpe Five Ways Mindfulness Meditation Is Good for Your Health: https://tinyurl.com/3f79nsav More Resources for A Good Night's Sleep University of Toledo- Progressive Muscle Relaxation: https://tinyurl.com/2kadu7va Mayo Clinic - Relaxation techniques: Try these steps to reduce stress:  https://tinyurl.com/2tfrnnew BBC - Can't stop your brain racing at 3am? Try these suggestions from a GP: https://tinyurl.com/yvz45x5w PTSD UK - How Progressive Muscle Relaxation can help people with PTSD: https://tinyurl.com/4b89auzw Tell us about your experience with the progressive muscle relaxation practice! Email us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod. Help us share The Science of Happiness! Rate us on Spotify and share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/ckd6yb46

Josey is from Decorah, IA. He is one of the crew, similar to Ike, and lived at the infamous Benton St residence with the Walkons. He enters his 6th NFL season later this year and he has spent all 6 in Denver where he was originally drafted. The topics discussed over the next 100+ minutes are numerous.. they include Josey having to go through 4 different staffs, how Denver compares to Iowa, our least favorite day of conditioning ever in Iowa City, Josey being a dad, Russell Wilson, The Slip n Slide we built in 2016, Bo Bower's Bachelor party this past weekend, Josey's business back in Decorah, and literally dozens of other topics.If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more!Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more!