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Actor turned comedian turned stuntman turned circus rigger turned stunt rigger. Born in Ortonville, Michigan, in 1971. A former school wrestling champion, Brett has since trained in swordplay, film fighting, knife throwing, bullwhip, and as an escape artist. Throughout his career, Brett has earned a plastic bone that holds his left eye in place and has fractured his femur, the largest bone in the body, completely in half. In college, Brett was a dramatic actor, performing in over a dozen Shakespeare plays. Now, as a SAG-AFTRA stunt rigger, circus rigger, rigging coordinator, and consultant, Brett has been the head rigger of several circus festivals, rigged for Cirkus Smirkus, Dream World Cirque, Peter Pan 360, Mille +UNA (Italy), Mar Del Zvr (Panama) and Marvel Universe Live. Brett has been a member of the rigging teams on Cirque Du Soliel: O, Iris, The Light, The Beatles: Love and as the rigging designer/PM, the Helen Fischer Tour for CDS/45 Degrees. In television and film, Brett has rigged on Creepshow, Black Lightning, Swarm, Panhandle and the Academy Awards. Brett has developed several acrobatic rigging seminars, having taught across the USA, Central America, Australia and the UK. Brett's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1173669/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1Fight or Flight Entertainment: https://www.fightorflightent.com/Rigging Reel: https://youtu.be/LWxg6_I7gSw?si=YBAnMSd4yrLYsYGq FILM FIGHTS WITH FRIENDSDo you listen to our show as an audio podcast? Give video a try. Subscribe to our Youtube for the video version with awesome behind the scenes pics and video! https://www.youtube.com/@FilmFightsFriendsPod?sub_confirmation=1Dig the show? Consider supporting our Patreon. There are some cool perks! Patreon: http://patreon.com/FilmFightsFriendsPod Join our e-mail list! Hit us up here: fightingwithfriends@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/FilmFightsFriendsPodFacebook: http://facebook.com/FilmFightsFriendsPodSteve's Instagram: http://Instagram.com/sambosteve Steve's IMDB: http://imdb.me/stephenkoepferPaul's on Instagram: http://Instagram.com/KravMagaChefPaul's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8062990/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1Breakfall Studios' Instagram: http://Instagram.com/breakfallstuntsOUR SPONSORSStunt Accesshttp://stuntaccess.com

Here is a quick snippet of a Facebook post from Artie at Artie's Bait and Tackle in Ortonville, MN. He is talking about Big Stone Lake and he is right on! #ittoutdoors #perchfishing #walleyefishing #fishinglife Artie's Facebook >> https://www.facebook.com/BudsBaitOrtonville/posts/pfbid08tEzC4u25niSTXU2iEy1kDE7Er8tmF8NuaXU7EM8eSGeaEDoZNWxMdKYgtvn5i2tl  

Artie Arnt of Artie's Bait and Tackle in Ortonville, MN on the shores of Big Stone Lake shares a current ice report and some fishing tips for those targeting the border water's many species through the ice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why EVERYONE'S Talking About Ortonville Michigan - There's some buzz about Ortonville, Michigan, and for good reason. This hidden gem in northern Oakland County combines small-town charm, scenic landscapes, and a tight-knit community with easy access to urban conveniences. From its picturesque downtown and thriving local businesses to good schools and affordable housing, Ortonville has a lot to offer. I'm going to tell you why Ortonville Michigan is taking over conversations. Let's get to it. MENTIONED LINKS ⬇️ Video of villages, townships and cities: https://youtu.be/YJ3uWD2NyIg?si=oEMpP4D4KQWz_Mu9 CONTACT ME

Tanner Arnt of Arties Bait and Tackle in Ortonville, MN joins Scott and Kyle to share an update on the current ice conditions on Big Stone Lake on the South Dakota/Minnesota border. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Paranormal Portal Podcast, we welcome RJ from Ortonville, Michigan to the show.  RJ joins us this time to discuss several  encounters he had with the Paranormal while growing up in a Haunted House.  RJ's experiences started at a pretty young age and the experiences he had were shared by his family as well.  A majority of the experiences seemed to center around an African American male spirit which was sighted several times by RJ's  friend and family.  This apparition would appear smiling with an otherwise blank expression.   They also experienced other strange events such as strange EVP that his sister inadvertently recorded while trying to record a song on the radio and many, many other events!  Join us for this amazing journey.   Enter the Paranormal Portal...if you dare! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and if you have a story of your own, and would like to be a guest on the show, please visit our homepage (link below) and click the "Interview Me" button on the site, or simply email us at paranormalportalradio@gmail.com   Our podcast is released weekly on Monday! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a review to help others find the Paranormal Portal! Visit the homepage for show information and links! Check out our Live Streams on our YouTube channel (link below) and follow us on Facebook for show news and announcements! Homepage: https://paranormalportal.net   Facebook: https://facebook.com/paranormalportalradio YouTube: https://youtube.com/paranormalportal Twitter: https://twitter.com/paranormalportl  

There's another air quality alert that parts of Minnesota is dealing with Tuesday. Heavy ground level smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting across Northern Minnesota. The air quality alert includes cities like Brainerd, Alexandria, Hinckley, Ortonville, Moorhead, International Falls, Two Harbors, Hibbing, Ely, Duluth, Roseau, and Chisago, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Kanabec, and Morrison counties. The alert lasts until Wednesday afternoon. Tuesday is the 41st day with bad air quality in Minnesota this year. Most of the alerts have been due to wildfires raging across Canada. And unfortunately we are currently in peak wildfire season. David Brown is an Air Quality Meteorologist with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and he joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about his work.

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com begins with news about El Nino and La Nina are on their way and that's especially good for corn and soybeans, temperatures are rising in those areas and more on the new Farm Bill and how it continues to screw small farmers. Next, we meet Quinton Cook, of Cook's Farm Dairy, in Ortonville, MI. www.CooksFarmDairy.com For 90 years of quality ingredients, guided by a strong faith, traditional family values, and hard work, 4 generations of the Cook family has been producing Grade A dairy products since 1933. BEST OF THE BEST 2022, voted by their community in The Citizen, Oakland Press and more! They offer opportunities to meet their cows, take guided tours of the farm, attend farm festivities during the Fall months - including pumpkin patches, hayrides, and a corn maze. Finally, Farmer Doug opines about family traditions being the backbone of great farms.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3010081/advertisement

Tanner Arndt from Artie's Bait and Tackle-Econo Lodge Hotel in Ortonville, MN gives us an update on the state of Big Stone Lake following this spring's flood. #ittoutdoors #bigstonelake #walleye #bass #bluegill #crappie #flood2023

Dayna Stamper-Czarniecki is an artist, hunter, marketer, beautician, and boss lady. She discusses growing up with strict parents and how she rebelled against those rules to have two long term relationships as a teen. Dayna also discusses her relationship to technology and what role that played as she went through college. She also talks about her experiences with her husband as he went through treatment for stage four lymphoma, and how the community showed up to support them.  Looking to enjoy your summer with less hangovers? Switch it up to a delcious WellBeing Brewing non-alcoholic brew once in a while. Check out the full selection and save 10% over at http://www.wellbeingbrewing.com/FRIENDREQUEST  @FriendRequestPod JustinsFriendRequest@gmail.com

Another mighty fine up and coming artist based in Michigan is my guest on this episode of Acoustic Alternatives. Jackie Pappas grew up on 28 acres and played in the woods of Ortonville, MI and her tunes reflect her outdoorsy personality. There's a lovely voice to accompany her charm. I see this as the beginning of a wonderful journey for a talented artist who is gigging pretty regularly.All songs written by Jackie PappasThe Extraordinary Flight of the DandelionTaste The StarsLetoThe Fall of the Jesterhttps://www.facebook.com/jackiepappasmusic/Recorded at Grove Studioshttps://grovestudios.space/

Manager of Arties Bait and Tackle in Ortonville, MN, Tanner Arnt share a current report from Big Stone Lake on the Minnesota-South Dakota border.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A crash in Monroe county has forced a portion of Telegraph road to be shut down. WWJ's Mike Campbell has more. Cleanup continues in Warren as cleanup for the train derailment continues. WWJ's Charlie Langton has the story. (Credit: Charlie Langton/WWJ) A power outage in Ortonville has left 2,000 homes and businesses in the dark. 

Heather Lawrenz of Red Wing Arts was deeply inspired by Journey to Rock Bottom, a visual arts show that celebrates athleticism. Burnsville artist Annie Young began creating this show after running an ice marathon in Antarctica in 2018. She interviewed her fellow runners about their Antarctica journeys, then created paintings inspired by their stories and her imagination. An artist living with blindness, Young also collaborated with 10 local artists with a variety of backgrounds and abilities. A free artist reception Saturday will bring together many of the artists as well as the “athletes coming in from all over the world who inspired these pieces,” Lawrenz said. Some of the runners plan to compete in the Twin Cities marathon on Sunday. The reception is from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The show runs through Nov. 5 at the Ames Center Art Gallery in Burnsville. There is an audio description of the exhibit scheduled for Oct. 15, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., including a discussion led by the artist. Singer/songwriter Clark Machtemes of Waconia is preparing for a trip west this weekend to meander through towns along the Upper Minnesota Valley, checking out arts studios. The annual Meander Art Crawl is a juried event with more than 30 stops at studios in Ortonville, Appleton, Madison, Milan, Dawson, Montevideo and Granite Falls. This free, self-guided tour includes potters, printers, basket weavers, painters, and more. Machtemes says he discovers something new every year. The Meander runs Friday through Sunday. Find a map and description of all the stops here. Farther north, the 19th annual Fargo Moorhead Visual Arts (FMVA) Studio Crawl invites visitors to check out the work of 40 artists and organizations Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Find a map here. If you take the studio crawl, Naomi RaMona Schliesman of Fergus Falls recommends a stop in Moorhead to see the collaborative “Mother Trees” exhibit from Ms. Anna Lee's Gray Matter Series. Courtesy image A mural and a dinner table setting are part of a multi-sensorial exhibit called "Mother Trees." The title refers to trees in the forest that connect with and nourish others through the mycorrhizal relationship between fungus and plant. The multi-step collaboration behind this exhibit moved from art to dinner party to more artwork. Chris Larson's mural was the backdrop for a fungi-themed dinner party created by chef Candace Stock. Local creatives gathered at the dinner possessed skills ranging from photography to poetry to hairstyling. Photographer Sarah Faith Strong, artist Nancy X. Valentine, and poet Julie Larson created works resulting from that evening. The works are on display at the Arthouse Gallery, a new space in Moorhead.

[Story inspired Artful Steph to create "DeVonte's Hart".www.artfulsteph.com] Jennifer Jean Hart(June 4, 1979[3]) and Sarah Margaret Hart (April 8, 1979,[3] née Gengler) were both from South Dakota; Jennifer originated from Huron, Sarah from Big Stone City, although some sources claim Ortonville, Minnesota – adjacent to Big Stone City – as Sarah's hometown.[4][5][6] Both women were the eldest children of their families. Jennifer had 2 siblings and Sarah had 3 siblings.[7] According to her father, Jennifer was not initially raised as a Lutheran but was baptized as one.[5] Jennifer attended Huron High School.[5] Sarah attended high school in Minnesota.[8] The 2 women attended and began their relationship at Northern State University (NSU);[9] Sarah had initially attended University of Minnesota for 1 semester before transferring to NSU,[8] while Jennifer started at Augustana University before transferring in 1999.[5] Both women majored in elementary education,[8] with Sarah focusing on special education. After Sarah graduated in 2002, Jennifer left the university without herself graduating.[9][5] In 2005, Sarah asked a local court to have her last name altered to match her partner's.[10] The couple went to Connecticut to be married in 2009; at the time same-sex marriage was not yet legal in every U.S. state.[11] On Facebook Jennifer stated that the women were initially closeted and faced ostracism once they publicly outed themselves, prompting the couple to move.[9] They moved to Alexandria, Minnesota, in 2004,[12] where both women worked at a Herberger's store.[13] Jennifer worked miscellaneous jobs until she became a stay-at-home mom in 2006, while Sarah became a manager at Herberger's.[12] After a period of living in West Linn, Oregon,[14] the Harts moved to an unincorporated area near Woodland, Washington;[15] Sarah became a manager at a Kohl's in Hazel Dell.[16] The couple were living near Woodland at the time of the murders.[14] The Harts received funds from the state of Texas, covering their 6 adopted children, which accounted for almost 50% of the family's income.[17][16] Members of Jennifer's and Sarah's families stated that the 2 women distanced themselves from them, even though both families were accepting of their sexual orientation.[18] Jennifer estranged herself from her father after 2001.[5] State govt. reports stated that the couple cut off contact with their relatives because of criticism about their parenting.[19] On March 26, 2018, Jennifer Hart murdered all 6 of their children, including Sarah when Jennifer drove their vehicle, a GMC Yukon XL,[13] over a 100-ft. (30 m) cliff on California State Route 1, in Mendocino County, California, near Westport.[33][11] The bodies of 5 of the children (Hannah, Markis, Jeremiah, Abigail, and Ciera) were found in or nearby the vehicle, which landed upside down on a beach below the cliff. The body of Devonte has not been found.[11][34] A superior court judge ruled that Devonte was in the vehicle at the time of the crash, and a death certificate was signed on April 3, 2019.[35] Authorities determined that the Yukon had been intentionally driven off the edge of the cliff.[11] The car had a black box that recorded parameters of the drive and fall.[36] A 14 member coroner's jury unanimously ruled the case a murder–suicide.[34][33][37] The inquest was called to determine cause of death, but not any responsibility in the civil or criminal fields.[38] The California Highway Patrol stated that criminal prosecution was not possible due to the deaths of any responsible parties.[39] Toxicology results showed that Jennifer's blood alcohol content was over the legal limit at the time of the crash,[11][34] and that both Sarah and 2 of the children had diphenhydramine in their systems.[34] Sarah had made Google searches before the crash, inquiring about Benadryl, no kill shelters, and the nature of drowning.[33] The Mendocino County Sheriff's Dept. officially closed the case.

Can you do as well in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam as Dan in Ortonville?

Big Stone Lake on the Minnesota/South Dakota border is ice free.  Tanner Arnt, Manager of Artie's Bait & Tackle in Ortonville shares a report on conditions, spring fishing and what to expect as the water warms in the coming weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Democrat of the Day is Kari Dorry who is running for Senate district 12, which includes communities like Ortonville, Benson and Alexandria in western Minnesota.

Kristina is a trauma and resilience worker, mother of two, and fellow Best Buy alumni. She discusses growing up with an estranged father, her love for education, and her close relationship with her sister. She also talks about the health issues she had with both of her children's births, including her second child being in the hospital for three months right after being born. Kristina also talks about getting a divorce and finding new love during a pandemic.

[Story inspired Artful Steph to create "DeVonte's Hart".www.artfulsteph.com] Jennifer Jean Hart(June 4, 1979[3]) and Sarah Margaret Hart (April 8, 1979,[3] née Gengler) were both from South Dakota; Jennifer originated from Huron, Sarah from Big Stone City, although some sources claim Ortonville, Minnesota – adjacent to Big Stone City – as Sarah's hometown.[4][5][6] Both women were the eldest children of their families. Jennifer had 2 siblings and Sarah had 3 siblings.[7] According to her father, Jennifer was not initially raised as a Lutheran but was baptized as one.[5] Jennifer attended Huron High School.[5] Sarah attended high school in Minnesota.[8] The 2 women attended and began their relationship at Northern State University (NSU);[9] Sarah had initially attended University of Minnesota for 1 semester before transferring to NSU,[8] while Jennifer started at Augustana University before transferring in 1999.[5] Both women majored in elementary education,[8] with Sarah focusing on special education. After Sarah graduated in 2002, Jennifer left the university without herself graduating.[9][5] In 2005, Sarah asked a local court to have her last name altered to match her partner's.[10] The couple went to Connecticut to be married in 2009; at the time same-sex marriage was not yet legal in every U.S. state.[11] On Facebook Jennifer stated that the women were initially closeted and faced ostracism once they publicly outed themselves, prompting the couple to move.[9] They moved to Alexandria, Minnesota, in 2004,[12] where both women worked at a Herberger's store.[13] Jennifer worked miscellaneous jobs until she became a stay-at-home mom in 2006, while Sarah became a manager at Herberger's.[12] After a period of living in West Linn, Oregon,[14] the Harts moved to an unincorporated area near Woodland, Washington;[15] Sarah became a manager at a Kohl's in Hazel Dell.[16] The couple were living near Woodland at the time of the murders.[14] The Harts received funds from the state of Texas, covering their 6 adopted children, which accounted for almost 50% of the family's income.[17][16] Members of Jennifer's and Sarah's families stated that the 2 women distanced themselves from them, even though both families were accepting of their sexual orientation.[18] Jennifer estranged herself from her father after 2001.[5] State govt. reports stated that the couple cut off contact with their relatives because of criticism about their parenting.[19] On March 26, 2018, Jennifer Hart murdered all 6 of their children, including Sarah when Jennifer drove their vehicle, a GMC Yukon XL,[13] over a 100-ft. (30 m) cliff on California State Route 1, in Mendocino County, California, near Westport.[33][11] The bodies of 5 of the children (Hannah, Markis, Jeremiah, Abigail, and Ciera) were found in or nearby the vehicle, which landed upside down on a beach below the cliff. The body of Devonte has not been found.[11][34] A superior court judge ruled that Devonte was in the vehicle at the time of the crash, and a death certificate was signed on April 3, 2019.[35] Authorities determined that the Yukon had been intentionally driven off the edge of the cliff.[11] The car had a black box that recorded parameters of the drive and fall.[36] A 14 member coroner's jury unanimously ruled the case a murder–suicide.[34][33][37] The inquest was called to determine cause of death, but not any responsibility in the civil or criminal fields.[38] The California Highway Patrol stated that criminal prosecution was not possible due to the deaths of any responsible parties.[39] Toxicology results showed that Jennifer's blood alcohol content was over the legal limit at the time of the crash,[11][34] and that both Sarah and 2 of the children had diphenhydramine in their systems.[34] Sarah had made Google searches before the crash, inquiring about Benadryl, no kill shelters, and the nature of drowning.[33] The Mendocino County Sheriff's Dept. officially closed the case.

Artie Arnt, owner of Artie's Bait and Tackle on Big Stone Lake near Ortonville, MN joins the show to share a current update on ice conditions and the bite on the lake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Betty Kraft is a mother of two, and cousin to many. She discusses coming up in a very large family in a small town in Michigan and how the values she was raised with were transformed into how she was a parent. Betty also discusses the loss of family members over the years and the recent loss of a marriage. She then tells us a little about her first date and what it's been like watching a restaurant empire grow from the inside over 22 years. This episode is brought to you by Bravus Brewing. Go try an excellent non-alcoholic craft beer and get 10% off your order when you use code FRIENDREQUEST at checkout. Head over to http://www.bravus.com today!

Hey there! Remember Jef Jones? Well, he's finally back on this weeks episode of So Much JENergy!  We were excited to bring you some motivational podcasts the past few weeks and now - we're back to cutting up and laughing about life!!   Join us on July 15th at the Old Town Hall in Ortonville, MI - 6p Live Laughing Meditation and 7p - Live Podcast recording - WITH A GAME SHOW!!! WHEW!!

From a high schooler in Ortonville, MN to a shot at Monday Night Football - Mark J. Lindquist has always volunteered to sing the Star Spangled Banner. Some history, a few pro tips and some simple planning from a man who has made singing our country's song a dedicated hobby. For anyone who has ever sung or might ever sing the national anthem at an event - this is a MUST listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artie Arnt of Artie's Bait and Tackle in Ortonville, MN shares a current ice fishing report from the border water destination and talks about the current status of the ice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Popular destinations during the hard water season, border waters of Big Stone and Traverse can offer incredible ice fishing experiences.  Artie Arndt of Artie's Bait & Tackle of Ortonville, MN shares a current report and how the wind of the recent storm affected the ice conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Located between Minnesota and South Dakota, Big Stone Lake provides excellent fishing opportunities year round.  Artie Arnt of Artie's Bait and Tackle, Ortonville, MN shares an ice out update on the popular boded water.

Dan Jurgens had a Clark Kent childhood in Ortonville, Minnesota. But Britt Aamodt reveals that Jurgens's relationship with the Man of Steel didn’t end there.

Mark Lindquist is from a small town in western Minnesota, went to Concordia College in Moorhead, got his start singing the national anthem at the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks games ... and now he joins host Mike McFeely to talk about it all in a half-hour. Easy, right. Mark has quite a story to tell -- and he's only 37. He's coming off an interesting week when he sang the national anthem before the Duke-North Carolina basketball game in which top player Zion Williamson famously blew out his sneaker and former President Barack Obama sat courtside.

This Week we talk about Dan Jurgens for Creator Focus. We apologize for the sick voices, we tried.  Dan Jurgens: Penciller, inker, writer Born: June 27, 1959 (age 59) Ortonville, Minnesota, U.S Notable Works Action Comics Batman Beyond Booster Gold Captain America Superman Tangent Comics Thor Warlord • After graduating from Minneapolis College of Art and Design in 1981, Jurgens' first professional comic work was for DC Comics on The Warlord #63 (Nov. 1982) In 1984, Jurgens was the artist for the Sun Devils Sun Devils is the title of a science fiction "space opera" comic book series. The series followed a group of cosmic adventurers led by Rik Sunn, Additional cast members included Anomie Zitar, an apparent feline-human hybrid (fittingly, the team's resident "sex kitten"); a smuggler-pilot named Scyla, a tall, powerful woman whose personality borrowed heavily from Han Solo Three clones, genetically-raised as starship repairmen, who had no name and were referred to only as "One", "Two" and "Three". In 1985, Jurgens created the character Booster Gold, who became a member of the Justice League Jurgens began working full-time on the Superman character when he took over the writing/pencilling of the monthly The Adventures of Superman. During his run on Superman, Jurgens created two major villains, Doomsday and the Cyborg Superman. In January 1996, Jurgens was writer and penciller of the new Spider-Man series, The Sensational Spider-Man, at Marvel Comics. • In November 2002, he wrote and penciled the four-issue weekly miniseries Superman: Day of Doom (Jan. 2003), which marked the 10 year anniversary of "The Death of Superman" story line from 1992   Be Sure to Follow us on Social Media Twitter: @FOC_Podcast Facebook: FOCPodcast Instagram: @fortress_of_comictude Music: Aural Bandito --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortress-of-comictude/support

Who'd have guessed a little Wyclef Jean was all the frequently uptight crew of the Discovery needed to lighten up a little?! Would that have worked for the NX-01 gang? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Andy Chan, take a break from playing beer pong to tackle DSC's most wacky and fun-loving episode yet, Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad! Does the Cause and Effect/Groundhog Day formula yield another winner for the franchise, or does it go down in spectacular flames? In addition, the trio debate whether this new show is officially the hardest partying in the Trek-verse, as well as determine whether Harry Mudd's unexpectedly speedy return is welcome or not. Plus, as always, the reliable ship Ortonville returns to transmit his thoughts on The Orville's seventh episode, Majority Rule.  Right-click to download.Read more »

Now that we've settled into the Discovery holiday hiatus it's high time to consider the overall trajectory of its initial run, and debate how well it is stacking up against that which came before. This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton pull out their marking pencils and hand in their mid-season report cards for Burnham and crew's early adventures, with special attention paid to character evolution, world-building and storytelling. In an effort to contextualize DSC's progress, the duo also take a lengthy look at the first nine hours of each previous Trek incarnation and determine how confidently those now-beloved shows got off the ground. Did any of them boast an episode as great as Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad, for example? Plus, as usual, the Ortonville soars in to offer up his thoughts on The Orville's season finale, Mad Idolatry.Right-click to download.Read more »

Ask any rando on the street to name a popular Star Trek term and the word 'Klingon' will likely be among the first they utter. After all, the proud people of Qo'noS have had a very long and complex relationship with the men and women of Starfleet, and inspired some of the greatest and most popular sci-fi tales of all time. This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tap into their deeply buried warrior spirits in order to examine how these iconic aliens have been reimagined time and time again in order to fit the needs and interests of the storytellers. From their first appearance in the classic TOS episode Errand of Mercy, all the way up to the current day shenanigans of L'Rell, Voq and Kol in Discovery, the duo chart all the critical transition points in the Klingons' fascinating 50+ year journey. In addition, the hosts review the first issue of IDW's new Discovery comic book arc The Light of Kahless, discuss the Tarantino Trek movie news and the Ortonville takes on The Orville's 11th episode, New Dimensions. Qapla!Right-click to download.Read more »

If you're going to subject fans to a two month break the mid-season finale sure as heck better go out with fireworks and fanfare! But did Discovery's creative team achieve this thrilling feat? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a dangerous journey into Klingon territory in order to break down the action, the drama, and the Kol of it all, in the momentous, and ominously titled, Into the Forest I Go. From Burnham's badass slow-mo hero shots, to Stamets' spore drive brain-scrambling and L'Rell's ambiguous connection to Ash Tyler, the duo leave no stone unturned in dissecting what is arguably the series' most high octane instalment yet! Plus, as always, the sturdy ol' ship Ortonville returns on a mission to ponder the ninth episode of The Orville, Cupid's Dagger. Right-click to download.Read more »

Hallelujah! Eight episodes in and our favorite spore-driven starship is finally visiting a strange new world! But was the wait worth the payoff? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Dale Deruiter of the Outrage Factory podcast, watch Saru flip his lid during a fateful away mission and ponder how helpful this fit of temporary insanity is in better understanding Doug Jones's overly buttoned up XO. Also, the trio struggle to decipher L'Rell's increasingly convoluted game of deception and debate whether or not trout-fishing is officially Ash Tyler's most exciting character trait. Plus, Cam reviews the first DSC novel Desperate Hours and the trusty ship Ortonville sums up The Orville's eighth episode, Into the Fold. Right-click to download.Read more »

To quote the great Monty Python: And now for something completely different! After a trio of episodes dedicated to spore drives and the Klingon war hijinx, Discovery's latest chapter, Lethe, takes a breather in order to focus on adding depth and complexity to its characters. But is it a welcome diversion? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Carmin Carotenuto of the Adventure.exe podcast, discuss Michael Burnham's troubled relationship with the famed Sarek, and debate whether or not the latter is in the running for the title of Trek's worst father. The trio also tackle Lorca's PTSD, celebrate the episode's much appreciated hangout scenes and pay loving tribute to Ash Tyler's hometown Issaquah, Washington. Plus, the Ortonville coasts in with his thoughts on The Orville's sixth installment, Krill. Right-click to download.Read more »

War is raging, tensions are high and the Lorca-led USS Discovery is on a fateful course to potentially turn the tide of the Federation/Klingon conflict. But is this story still holding steady? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tackle what could very well be the show's most polarizing episode yet! From the increasingly tragic tale of poor Ripper, to layered Klingon intrigue and a shocking early departure, the duo break down all the highs and lows making up this week's intense chapter of DSC drama. In addition to a thorough analysis of The Butcher's Knife Cares Not for the Lamb's Cry, your feedback is addressed, Blade Runner 2049 is reviewed and the groovy ship Ortonville transmits his thoughts on The Orville's Charlize Theron-tastic fifth episode, Pria. Right-click to download.Read more »

There was a lot to unpack after the one-two punch of Discovery's slam-bang premiere, and many questions left unanswered. But thankfully Captain Lorca has arrived to give us some context. Or has he? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Vicki Siu, dive into the series' first post-Shenzou episode which introduces viewers to the titular ship and its alternately quirky and mysterious crew. Over the course of a lively discussion, the trio offer their first impressions on Jason Isaac's ominous captain, as well as major players Cadet Tilly and Commander Landry, and debate what impact the addition of spores and ravenous space-beasts will have on Michael Burnham's increasingly complicated journey. Plus, as usual, the reliable ship Ortonville docks in order to unload his thoughts regarding episode four of The Orville, If the Stars Should Appear. Right-click to download.Read more »

Astonishing as it may be, it has now officially been three decades since Star Trek's beloved Next Generation made its modest debut with the feature-length adventure Encounter at Farpoint. Where in the name of Q does the time go? This week, in celebration of this momentous milestone, hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a deep dive into the iconic show's history, naming their top 5 quintessential episode picks and highlighting the characters, aliens and world-building that established it as one of the finest science-fiction ventures of all time. In addition, the duo also discuss the crew's unfortunate lack of firepower in the motion picture world, and consider what TNG truly means to the franchise as a whole. Plus, in a new bonus segment, the good ship Ortonville transmits his take on Command Performance, the second episode of Seth MacFarlane's polarizing new series The Orville. Right-click to download.Read more »

After what felt like an eternity of speculation, Discovery is here at last! But was the splashy premiere worthy of fandom's intense anticipation? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton breathlessly break down the fledgling series' first two episodes and debate this Trek's very modern approach to characters, world-building, aesthetics and energy. Do its revamped sensibilities work, or do they awkwardly butt heads with the incarnations that came before? The duo also tackle new protagonist Commander Michael Burnham, and consider how she currently fits into our established understanding of Starfleet first officers and where she ranks against the formidable icons of yesteryear. Plus, as if this podcast episode couldn't get any more thrilling, the good ship Ortonville beams in his thoughts on episode three of The Orville, About a Girl. Right-click to download.Read more »

In this issue, Young & Holt, along with Joshua’s old friend, Saul have left the town of Ortonville and made their way to Fargo, hoping to rescue Porter’s friend, Regina, from the hangman’s noose. But first, they need to get the lay of the land a bit, as well as take care of some other … Continue reading The Adventures of Young & Holt – Issue 20

In this issue, Young & Holt, along with Joshua’s old friend, Saul find themselves in the woods outside of Ortonville, on the trail of something that has caused a bit of a ruckus. It’s a distraction they don’t need, as Porter is desperate to get to Fargo, in the hopes of rescuing Regina. But as … Continue reading The Adventures of Young & Holt – Issue 19

In this issue, Young & Holt find themselves in the blink town of Ortonville, on their way to Fargo. Joshua hopes to find some help from an old friend for Porter’s mission to rescue Regina. Porter gets comfortable in the saloon, and Saul gets to know both members of our posse. And then, as always, … Continue reading The Adventures of Young & Holt – Issue 18

This summer, two Granite Gear sponsored Minnesotan adventurers, Paul Twedt and Michael Anderson, aim to remove trash from 1200 miles of Minnesota rivers: the Namekagon/St. Croix, Minnesota and Mississippi. Twedt and Anderson founded Adventure Stewardship Alliance and represent the organization's mission of acting as stewards of our public waterways, inspiring a deeper sense of connection and care for natural environments and public waterways. They believe litter isn't one person's problem, it's everyone's problem, and they aim to make an impact on that issue. The team is currently paddling the Minnesota River, the second river clean-up of their Three Rivers Expedition. Since beginning on July 3rd near Ortonville, Minnesota at Big Stone Lake, the duo has paddled more than 65 miles and removed over 350 pounds of trash. The expedition will conclude in October as the team paddles and cleans up the Mississippi river along its first 600 miles in Minnesota.

- Each one of us struggles with maintaining a healthy self confidence, once that is not too exaggerated, and one that is not too depleted. In this episode, Programming Director and Radio Personality, Julie French, from the radio station KDIO out of Ortonville, MN, joins Kathy to talk about where your confidence comes from.

Dave and Chuck talk about a rooster causing chaos in Ortonville, some students in the 3rd grade busted at school for smoking pot, an online condom club called the Cocksmen Club, Game of Thrones making a rap album to attract a new demographic, listeners give dating advice during “Don't date a woman who...,” and more!