Podcasts about Two Harbors

Welcome to episode 281 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We've got a great episode for everyone this week. Joining us from Norway to talk about their epic Catalina/Southern California/Vegas adventure, and so much more, are Coach Loyd Færøvik and Coach Ruben Wallentinsen, a.k.a., Team Swimosaurus Flex. We met this duo in Two Harbors and knew we wanted to get them on the show. In this conversation, we covered everything from treating hills like snacks, how powerlifting can make you a better Swimrunner, and what the local Swimrun scene in Norway looks like. This was a fun one!Enjoy!~~~That's it for this week's show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that's the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!-  Chip and Chris

Creating Inclusive Spaces: Disability Advocacy, Outdoor Access, and Inclusion in Your Community.Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series. In today's episode, we sit down with Jenna Udenberg, an inspiring disability advocate, accessibility educator, and author of the book Within My Spokes. Growing up in the rugged beauty of northern Minnesota, Jenna's journey has been shaped by her early diagnosis of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and a lifetime of navigating—and working to improve—accessibility in her community.Jenna shares how her love of the outdoors, music, and resilient spirit led her from being a band director to founding her nonprofit, Above and Beyond with You. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs she faced as a wheelchair user in a rural setting, the evolution of accessibility in her hometown of Two Harbors, and her drive to ensure everyone can enjoy nature's wonders.DISCUSSION00:00 "Introductions"03:22 Overcoming Trauma Through Music09:25 "Supportive Band Teachers' Impact"10:02 Adaptation Challenges in Education14:12 Improving Accessibility Conversations17:28 Adaptive Outdoor Exploration22:15 Community Connection Through Stories24:13 "True Accessibility Needs Better Communication"27:55 Embracing the Book Writing Journey33:04 Enhancing Accessibility in Storytelling37:21 "Embrace Curiosity and Overcome Labels"LEARN MORETo learn more about Jenna and her work, visit her website at https://www.aboveandbeyondwithu.org/ and follow her on these social sites: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091881005060Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboveandbeyondwithu/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/above-beyond-with-u/Click here to pick up a copy of Jenna's book, " Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth & Freedom.NEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and shares.KEYWORDSJenna Udenberg, Accessibility, Disability, Diversity & Inclusion, Author, Two Harbors, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast, PodMatch#JennaUdenberg #OutdoorAccessibility #Disability #DiversityAndInclusion #Author #TwoHarborsMN #OutdoorAdventureSeries #Podcast #PodMatchMy Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Be a Podcast Guest by PodMatch

Program notes, Kevin from Two Harbors, Canada/US anger, Rod from Duluth, Greenland's election, Craig Sutherland, St Patricks Day topic, Curt from Duluth, Bob Dylan, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to episode 265 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We've got a great show for everyone this week! Joining to talk about training for ÖTILLÖ Catalina is the one and only Nicolas Remires, founder of Envol Coaching. (He is also the winner of the World Series distance at Catalina 2020 in the Men's team division with his partner Francesc De Lanuza Gimeno.) We asked Coach Nico to come on to help get everyone that is racing (or thinking of racing) the 2025 edition in late April get to the start line as prepared as possible. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation and you'll definitely want to get out your notepads for this one.Are you still on the fence about signing up for ÖTILLÖ Catalina? Use the code LTBZ10 to save 10% off of your registration. Trust us, this race is “a whole vibe” and you don't want to miss it!ÖTILLÖ Catalina World Series Distance Leg by Leg BreakdownTotal distance: 38km/ 23.5mi8 runs7 swims19% swimmingLeg 1:  Two Harbors to Isthmus Harbor Beach (2.3 miles or 3.7 kilometers)Leg 2:  Isthmus Harbor Beach to Big Fisherman Cove (1640 yards or 1500 meters) Leg 3:  Big Fisherman Cove to Ballast Point Beach (2.9m or 4.8k)Leg 4:  Ballast Point Beach to Catalina Harbor Boat Ramp (440y or 400m)Leg 5:  Boat Ramp to Parsons Landing (5.3m or 9.5k) Leg 6:  Parsons Landing Bay (765y or 700m) Leg 7:  Parsons to Emerald Bay (1.1m or 1.9k)Leg 8:  Emerald Bay to Howland's Landing (1400y or 1300m)Leg 9:  Howland's to Big Geiger Cove (1.3m or 2.2k)Leg 10:  Big Geiger Cove to Lion's Head Cove (1750y or 1600m)Leg 11:  Lion's to Fourth of July Cove (2.2m or 3.6k)Leg 12:  Fourth of July Cove to Isthmus Harbor Beach (875Y or 800m)Leg 13:  Isthmus Harbor Beach to Big Fishermen Cove (3m or 4.9k)Leg 14:  Big Fishermen to Isthmus Harbor Beach (1530y or 1400m)Leg 15:  Beach to finish line (.2 miles)Enjoy!~~~That's it for this week's show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that's the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!-  Chip and Chris

Looking for a weekend getaway in the Northland? Chances are you want a rental just as unique as the Zenith City itself. For that, North Shore Vacation Rentals has you covered, with an emphasis on experience and a goal of providing guests with exquisite accommodations while enjoying all that our neck of the woods has to offer. The large cluster of luxury rentals can be found across Duluth and Two Harbors, each stunning space pet-friendly and spacious, with an option for every type of traveler and tourist. Today, business is booming and the story behind how it started is just as incredible as the properties themselves. Meet founder and owner Daniel Legg in this fun episode.

Two Harbors resident Michael Overend gives a tour of his solar powered, energy efficient home

Brad's back, Trump has appointed Tom Homan the Border Czar, Craig from Two Harbors, who was the West Duluth man that committed murder-suicide last Thursday, a Vietnamese friend, J-Serv, winter of 1991-92, the next honor flight details, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, hosts Jason and Terry are joined by Charlie and Emily Comnick, the owners of Dream Cloud Coffee Roasters and cafe to discuss sourcing coffee beans, the roasting process, dino nuggets, and more!Visit Dream Cloud at 543 Scenic Drive. Two Harbors, MN.The Wussow's Podcast, based in Duluth, MN, digs into the venue's rich culture of musicians, artists, and a community of unique personalities. Intriguing folks. all connected to the café. New Episodes on the FIRST TUESDAY of EVERY MONTH!

The Minnesota Supreme Court has sided with a conservative voters group and the state Republican Party in a case tied to the makeup of a Hennepin County board that will review absentee ballots. In other news, there's a winter weather advisory. Several inches of slushy snow are possible on Halloween day Thursday, near Hinckley and Moose Lake and northeast toward Two Harbors.This is the afternoon MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Full moon talk, comet talk, text line, the 101 on inflation, Cory from the Range, Chris Dahlberg, Xanadu, Bob from Lake Nebagamon, did the Guv violate Federal WPA laws, Kevin from Two Harbors, it was in fact $44B to buy X, Mark from Superior, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zachary Roozen is an accomplished actor and producer whose work has been showcased in over 70 film festivals across 25 countries. His projects can be seen on popular platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Tubi, Disney+, and Amazon, as well as on primetime television. A graduate of the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Zachary was a presidential merit scholar and the recipient of the esteemed ‘Performance Scholarship.' He produces narrative films through his company, Two Harbors, and co-owns the new media company Trustd Critics. His independent media channels boast over 1.1 million followers and 15 million views.

Apple Fest this weekend, Jeff's bad connection lead to the topic of beer, the conflict with Israel/Hezbollah, Kyle Genereau, Bulldog hockey, spooky Joe Navarro, Jerry from LRR, more debate talk, SRV, and Kevin from Two Harbors...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susie Jones joins us for Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated and both she and Chad share about great experiences they had in the Duluth and Two Harbors area over the weekend.

Go behind the scenes and learn about a court case involving Duluth's Harbor during three day storm. Determine if Mary McFadden's image as an aggressive news reporter continued to grow following 1905 storm's aftermath. Learn what Harry Coulby began doing shortly after successfully lobbying for a lighthouse at Two Harbors, Minnesota. Discover what Coulby implemented policy wise within Pittsburgh Steamship Company come early 1908. Get to know Harry Coulby outside of his work. Understand significance behind what took place in 1927 that Coulby himself witnessed. Learn what Herbert Richardson, Murdoch McLennan, & Richard Humble did following the 3 Day November 1905 Storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come along for some tales from an Island off the coast of Southern California! You can find all of our wonderful links on the linktree: https://linktr.ee/allts   Santa Catalina Island, nicknamed "Catalina" or "Cat Island", is a charming island getaway located 22 miles off the coast of Southern California. History The island has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The first inhabitants were the Tongva people who lived on the island for over 8,000 years. In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, a Portuguese explorer sailing for Spain, became the first European to set foot on the island. He named it Santa Catalina after Saint Catherine of Alexandria, the patron saint of sailors. The island remained sparsely populated until the 19th century when it was used as a hunting ground by wealthy mainlanders. In the 1860s, William Wrigley Jr., the chewing gum magnate, purchased a controlling interest in the island and began its development as a resort destination. He is credited with the island's iconic Catalina Casino, which was originally a ballroom dance hall, and the town of Avalon. Locations The island is 21 miles long and 4.2 miles wide, with an area of 76 square miles. Avalon, the main town and port, is located on the eastern end of the island. It's a pedestrian-friendly town with colorful buildings, shops, restaurants, and casinos. Two other settlements are Two Harbors, a smaller village on the island's west side, and the Isthmus, a seasonal community located on the narrow strip of land connecting the island's two halves. Tourist Attractions Catalina is a popular tourist destination known for its Mediterranean climate, stunning scenery, and outdoor activities. Here are some of the top things to do: Explore Avalon: Walk along the Avalon Harbor, browse the shops on Catalina Avenue, or take a glass-bottom boat tour to see the underwater world. Visit the Catalina Casino: This iconic landmark is now a centerpiece for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Hike in the Interior: The island has miles of hiking trails that offer stunning views of the ocean, mountains, and valleys. One popular hike is the Trans-Catalina Trail, a 38.5-mile route that traverses the entire island. Go Ziplining: Experience the thrill of ziplining through the island's canyons and forests. Relax on the Beach: Catalina has many beautiful beaches, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Go Kayaking: Explore the island's coastline by kayak and discover hidden coves and sea caves. Take a Golf Cart Tour: Rent a golf cart and explore the island at your own pace. This is a great way to see the sights and get off the beaten path. Go Scuba Diving or Snorkeling: The waters around Catalina Island are home to a variety of marine life, making it a great place for scuba diving and snorkeling. UFO Sightings Catalina Island is known as a UFO hotspot. There have been many reported sightings of unidentified flying objects over the island for many years. Some people believe that the island's location and magnetic field make it a prime spot for UFO activity. Whether you believe in UFOs or not, the sightings add to the island's mystique and allure.

A nature-based retreat center planned outside Two Harbors is aiming to provide a restorative getaway for people of color. But Maji ya Chai is getting pushback from local residents over concerns of noise, traffic and other impacts. 35 residents of Silver Creek Township have appealed the Lake County planning commission's April decision to grant the sanctuary a conditional use permit.The founder of Maji ya Chai, Rebeka Ndosi, joined MPR News guest host Nina Moini to share her goals for the new center.

Minnesota has its first confirmed case of avian flu in a dairy cow. A state veterinarian shared what farmers and consumers need to know. The entire state is officially out of a drought. We found out how we got here and what it could mean for the rest of the summer.We met the organizers of Trans Joy Fest this weekend in Duluth. A nature center set to open near Two Harbors is meant to be a sanctuary for people of color. We talked to its founder about plans for the space and resistance the project has been facing from some local residents. We checked in with our sports contributors for the latest news in Minnesota sports.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.Subscribe to the Minnesota Now podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

As we look back upon Sauna Days 2024, walking from one sauna to the next, pretty much all of us were comfortably numb. About 200 guest converged for the fourth Sauna Days event at Larsmont Cottages, North of Duluth, Minnesota, this past weekend. Some came from near, and many came from far. All were able to enjoy the multitude of saunas, speakers, nature, and locally crafted food, beverages, and live entertainment. The recipe for a comfortably numb sauna gathering is much like a basic chocolate chip cookie recipe. We don't need too many ingredients to make something scrumptious. The foundation for Sauna Days 2024 was 12 mobile saunas and one lämpömassa enriched brick and mortar sauna. Then, sprinkle in various food tents, strategically located hydration stations. Add a pinch of LMNT hydration packets (flavors of choice) and a curation of interesting speakers. Finally, as icing on the cake, infinity cold plunge access into the world's largest freshwater lake. Familiar faces A good number of the 200 plus Sauna Days 2024 attendees were repeat vendors and offenders. Familiar faces helped foster countless spontaneous re-connections either on the bench, by one of fire pits, at the bar, on the rocks, or in the lake. “So great to see you again!” And they meant it. “Is this your second or third Sauna Days?” The spontaneous gatherings were akin to traveling from stage to stage at an outdoor music festival. Then, bumping into familar faces from year's past. And, like attending a music festival with great bands and few yahoos, at Sauna Days, everyone knew the lyrics. Songs include: keep sandals outside the saunas, help fill up the löyly buckets, ask who is ready for steam before throwing water on the rocks, and by all means, close the sauna door. Far and wide As sauna becomes more popular, Sauna Days continues to draw people from places beyond the Great Lakes sauna belt region. I found myself on the bench with a couple who came all the way from the Yukon Territory. Other Canadians included Kyle Wilson, Homecraft Saunas, and his wife from Vancouver BC. We had guests from Salt Lake City, Oregon, Northern and Southern California, Florida. And yet none of these participants received the Furthest Traveled Award. That accolade was awarded to Jake Newport from Finnmark saunas. A close second went to Mika & Wendy from the British Sauna Society. The three represented the UK well, proucly wearing their signature British Blue robes as sauna uniforms. Speaker's corner The Brits added some great flavor to the Sauna Days speaker series. Jake Newport shared a slide of a map of Great Britain, showing 100 dots around the British coastline, representing the number of mobile sauna activations there. “Pretty much every beach around the coastline now has a public sauna.” We breathed along with Nick Fox, Learned about Sauna and Sobriety, gleaned insight into the future and scale of Therme Group's wellbeing oasis's (bigger than Yankee Stadium!) with President Robbie Hammond. The Steam Masters Many were quietly sharing that a highlight experience for Sauna Days 2024 was getting wacked around by one of the three Steam Masters. The three administered venik treatments in either the Steam Lodge or Deep Wave Sauna's Black Night sauna. We were blessed to have three steam masters lead rounds of venik treatments. Dan from The Banya House, California Alex, and B Alex from BSaunas in Buffalo, NY. In addition to Sauna Days being the first weekend of May, the Steam Masters introduced us to a sister event first weekend of October: Banya Fest at a stately church camp just outside Minneapolis/St. Paul. A highlight of the weekend was learning more about the ancient practice of Eastern European banya and venik treatments, documented as a Sauna Days presentation and a soon to be released Sauna Talk podcast. Sauna in nature As wonderful as it was to experience multiple saunas scattered throughout the grounds at Larsmont Cottages, once again, nature seems to provide us with the best amenity. Larsmont Cottages is set along the shores of Lake Superior. Sauna Days guests were treated to rosy red skyline sunsets, night skies bursting with stars, and even a Hawaii-esque rainbow, as we celebrated a passing shower in the later afternoon sun. Northern Minnesota sauna is always enjoyed in nature. Sauna in nature is bigger than all of us. And no bigger than within Sauna Days 2024 at Larsmont Cottages, Two Harbors, Minnesota.

Send us a Text Message.Get ready to hit the open road with us, Joshua and Craig, as we regale you with tales from our latest jaunt across America's heartland. Imagine the thrill of geocaching on the rugged cliffs of Minnesota's North Shore, the warmth of small-town diners, and the laughter shared with our lovable companions, including the one and only 'Reese the Rock Johnson.' From the wilds of Silver Bay to the cozy corners of Two Harbors, join us in celebrating the milestones, the communities, and the unexpected delights that punctuate every mile of our journey.You'll feel the pulse of adventure and the comforts of the familiar as we recount the joy of an 8,000th geocache find and the serendipity of discovering a black sand beach off the beaten path. Our encounters aren't without their quirky moments, either; deadpan humor and a dash of Reese's witticisms add a delightful flavor to the mix. Through the highs and lows, the upgrades and delays, we share the personal triumphs and the bonds that make our travels truly unique.As the laughter echoes and the memories take hold, we explore not just the landscapes but the legacies we build along the way. Pull up a chair and let our experiences spark your sense of wonder and wanderlust. No guest needed in this episode—just two friends, the open road, and the shared stories that connect us all.Support the Show.FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutube

Today on Sauna Talk, we welcome Tom Carlson, a sauna enthusiast and a SaunaTimes public sauna map supporter. Tom caught the sauna bug in Germany, and brought home his love and appreciation for good heat. And, like many of us, Tom recognizes how good sauna is like a candle that lights another candle. And with this, there are really good saunas dotted all over the world. Several years ago, we built the SaunaTimes Public Sauna Map. With over 200 entries and counting, there's a good chance that as you arrive in a new town, you'll be ale to click through and find a kick ass sauna for you to attend. And for Tom, you'll hear about his commitment to helping all of us find good saunas wherever we may be. Currently, he and Kevin are SaunaTimes public sauna map champions. But I would like you to know how I first met Tom. It was a couple Sauna Days ago, at Larsmont Cottages in Two Harbors, Minnesota. A guy walks up to me with a Wisconsin 6 pack in one hand, and outstretches his other hand to shake my hand. “This is for you. You helped me realize how great sauna is. Thank you Glenn, you've pretty much changed my life.” Wow, those are big shoes to wear. However, thankfully we were both bare footed, and we both hit the same sauna bench and shared some kindred spirit thermal action. And like convective heat transfer into hot rocks from protected elements, a logical, long lasting connection was made. Tom's Travels Tom lives in Wisconsin USA, and on a whim, came through Minneapolis, and naturally found himself on the bench in my backyard sauna. We share stories and steam. And are joined with quiet guest Darin from Urban Wing. As bonus, we enjoy an extended löyly. And if you are driving, please don't close your eyes, but this extended löyly is for you.

More on the evicted birds, why are gas prices on the rise, results of a law enforcement survey, Good Friday, Dan from Wrenshall, Craig from Two Harbors, a twisted gun law story in MN, and Chip from Proctor...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Franklin, Blaine, and Zach search for safety. Carmen and Ruby evade danger.Stranded on Catalina Island after the Outbreak, a small group of Adventure Scouts confront the “Infected", testing their mettle and the strength of their friendships. Armed with only determination and their Scout Rules, these preteens navigate the rugged island, discovering the essence of courage and sacrifice in the face of an apocalypse. Bonds are tested, innocence is lost, and the scout motto “Stay Alert, Stay Alive” takes on a whole new, dark significance.WARNING: This miniseries contains distressing scenarios involving children, including graphic violence and gore, as well as underage drinking and use of firearms. Listener discretion is advised.CAST:Beauden Michael McConnell as FranklinJulian Vidaurrazaga as BlaineDillon Wrich as ZachIsabella Burer as RubyRiley Jackson as CarmenZach Paul Brown as CurtisMichael Swan as NarratorFull list of cast & crew: https://www.werealive.com/ WE'RE ALIVE: SCOUT'S HONOR, Chapter 2 - “Between Two Harbors” continues in Part 2, available now!We've launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the last 2 seasons of We're Alive: Descendants. More info at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/werealive/the-end-of-were-alive-the-final-two-seasons Disclaimer: “We're Alive: Scout's Honor” and all of the events and characters associated with it are a work of fiction. This project is not sponsored or endorsed by Camp Emerald Bay or any other scouting organization. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The kids discover a way to avoid detection. Stranded on Catalina Island after the Outbreak, a small group of Adventure Scouts confront the “Infected", testing their mettle and the strength of their friendships. Armed with only determination and their Scout Rules, these preteens navigate the rugged island, discovering the essence of courage and sacrifice in the face of an apocalypse. Bonds are tested, innocence is lost, and the scout motto “Stay Alert, Stay Alive” takes on a whole new, dark significance.WARNING: This miniseries contains distressing scenarios involving children, including graphic violence and gore, as well as underage drinking and use of firearms. Listener discretion is advised.CAST:Beauden Michael McConnell as FranklinJulian Vidaurrazaga as BlaineDillon Wrich as ZachIsabella Burer as RubyRiley Jackson as CarmenZach Paul Brown as CurtisMichael Swan as NarratorFull list of cast & crew: https://www.werealive.com/ Zach risks everything for a souvenir.Join us on April 2, 2024 for Chapter 3 of WE'RE ALIVE: SCOUT'S HONOR - “Sting, Sting, Sting”We've launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the last 2 seasons of We're Alive: Descendants. More info at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/werealive/the-end-of-were-alive-the-final-two-seasons Disclaimer: “We're Alive: Scout's Honor” and all of the events and characters associated with it are a work of fiction. This project is not sponsored or endorsed by Camp Emerald Bay or any other scouting organization. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The VP has lots of money to give away, Sharon gave an update on the Memorial Day parade, congrats to the Cherry basketball team, more on the case against Trump, Tom from Port Wing, Tim from Two Harbors on the city council, Chris Dahlberg, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig from Two Harbors called about the buy up of homes on park point, what is the North Star Act, Margaret from Wood Magic, Congressman Tom Tiffany was a call-in guest, The Beatles sixty-years ago on the Ed Sullivan Show, Jeff from Superior, and we played Taps...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why have so many Ancient Murrelets, who belong in the northern Pacific Ocean, turned up in the Great Lakes, and even in Tennessee, in late 2023? We may never know. (The accompanying photo is of the Two Harbors bird, taken by Erik Bruhnke on December 9, 2023.)

B & B market led us to some interesting discussions about pickled herring, Craig from Two Harbors, Tom from Port Wing, more on the climate guy, Jeff from Superior, Chris Dahlberg, Stan from the North Shore, Brad wanted to rant, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The evidence against Joe Biden is mounting and the truth shall make you mad, Alan from Duluth commented on gun rights and more, its Int'l Mountain Day, conservatives are on the move, Craig from Two Harbors, Cory from the range...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on condemned State Senator, Ron Latz of St. Louis Park, Craig from Two Harbors, Margaret from Wood Magic, are some war protestors mislead, Justin from Aire Serv, Mark from Moose Lake, some more jokes, and the debate between Newsom and DeSantis...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on 25-year old Inbar Lieberman, Craig from Two Harbors, from the text line, we finally talked to Phil, what does California's homeless population and freeway fire have in common, Ilhan Omar and Ted Cruz are in the news, and Brad talked about sex...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The case against Donald Trump, Craig from Two Harbors, more on the fraud case against Trump, Jeff from Superior, Tom from Port Wing, a homicide of a Jewish man during a pro-Palestinian demonstration in LA, and more on the Israel-Hamas war...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A follow-up about the couple killed in Israel, authorities have been notified regarding the city council meeting, is there a link locally with Hamas, how much more aid from congress, Tim from Two Harbors, some sports talk, more from the mayoral candidates, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural Americans experience higher rates of depression and suicide than people who live in the city, but they are less likely to have access to mental health care services. Add to that the social isolation that can come from living in remote areas, and the still taboo nature of mental health struggles in small towns, and you've got a recipe for desolation.That's why MPR News host Kerri Miller tackled the topic as part of her Rural Voice series. She moderated a town hall earlier this month in Little Falls, Minn., where community members discussed the realities of disconnection, post-pandemic, and how social isolation puts everyone at risk.But they also brainstormed ways to fight it. How can therapists, doctors and volunteers become more culturally competent, so mental health struggles don't go unaddressed? What can Minnesota do to make mental health care more accessible to rural communities? Are there particular programs that are effective with populations who are experiencing high rates of depression and anxiety right now, like seniors and teens? This is part three in a four-part series featuring conversations from the Rural Voice project — a series of town halls hosted by Miller in communities across the Upper Midwest about the rewards and challenges of making a home in rural America. The first discussion, hosted in New Ulm, Minn., focused on how to support rural entrepreneurship. The second, from Two Harbors, Minn., discussed the urgent need for affordable housing in small towns.

If there's a through line when it comes to issues that challenge rural communities, it's housing. Without affordable housing, you can't attract a vibrant workforce, support entrepreneurs, keep young families in the area or nourish the deep community roots seniors have planted. Last month, MPR News host Kerri Miller took the issue of affordable housing to Two Harbors, Minn., where she facilitated a town hall discussion about how to creatively solve this bottleneck for rural communities. Community leaders, business owners and North Shore residents talked about the reality of housing costs today and shared what it's like to hunt for a home you can afford in the city where you work. They also brainstormed and debated imaginative solutions. How could zoning changes encourage more buildings? How do you work with longtime home owners to overcome NIMBYism? How do you encourage developers to invest in low-income housing? And what are the ethics of some Minnesotans owning a second home in a region where many residents can't afford one? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zj_np7hmhPY&list=PLhxMrGXh1eJvpJVEIcGwtEYlOMCqQFCRe&index=2Rural Voice : Affordable HousingThis is part two in a four-part series featuring conversations from the Rural Voice project — a series of town halls hosted by Miller in communities across the Upper Midwest about the rewards and challenges of making a home in rural America. The first discussion, hosted in New Ulm, Minn., focused on how to support rural entrepreneurship.

The Prez sent an urgent request to congress, Tom from Port Wing, Nikki Haley wants Trump to pay up, a scary encounter for an elderly driver in Mpls, Tim from Two Harbors, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're not back in the USSR, what does the Biden administration want an open border, Tim from Two Harbors shared his thoughts on last nights speaker, Congressman Pete Stauber spoke about the vacant speaker position, and Kenny sipped The Happy Camper on air...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are so many people from middle eastern nations crossing the southern border, Tim from Two Harbors, more border data, finally it's Ken Day, more on what Gregg Jarrett said about radical Palestinians, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Jeffrey T. Larson, professionally classically trained artist and founder of Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art in Duluth, Minnesota. Two Harbors, Minnesota native Jeff shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his early passion for art, his classic atelier training, and mastering his skills as a professional artist. Now at the pinnacle of his career, Jeff expresses his steps in preparing art exhibits, the studies that brushed him with excellence to create lifelike artwork, and his accomplishment in founding and opening his own professionally trained art school. So get ready, this episode is a pigment of a leader's imagination. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

What is a pogrom, Tim from Two Harbors, more on the threats that Israel faces, 22 Americans confirmed dead in Israel, Stan on the North Shore, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most rain over the past few days has fallen around the French river, on the North Shore of Lake Superior...More than seven inches of rain that led the streams and rivers from Duluth to Two Harbors to turn into raging torrents of water.Members from unions across Minnesota are rallying Tuesday alongside striking workers outside the Stellantis parts distribution center in Plymouth. Workers at the Plymouth facility joined the nationwide UAW strike Friday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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.

On Saturday, July 8, 2023, the Duluth News Tribune released episode 19 of the Northlandia podcast, which is a weekly podcast that tells true stories of the unique and fascinating people and places you'll find exploring the Northland.  To give you another opportunity to see the unique stories Northlandia has to offer, we're providing episode 6 here for you listen. This episode of Northlandia was first released on April 8, 2023.  If you enjoy the episode, we encourage you to check out the other episodes of Northlandia by visiting duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia or wherever you get your podcasts. The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

An air quality alert for much of eastern Minnesota has been expanded to include the North Shore and Duluth area. The affected region includes the Twin Cities, Albert Lea, Rochester, Mankato, Hinckley, Duluth, Two Harbors, and the tribal nations of Prairie Island, Mille Lacs, Fond du Lac, and Grand Portage. The alert is now extended into 6 p.m. Tuesday.  This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

There are only two people to have completed every mile ever run on the Grandma's Marathon racecourse --- John Naslund and Jim Nowak. Together, they're known as "The Iron 2," and both will be back this year trying to complete their 47th trip from Two Harbors to Duluth.Already, they've each accumulated more than 1,200 miles on the Grandma's Marathon racecourse, and each is a past recipient of the race's 1,000-Miler Award.

Today from many of the 12 or so sauna benches, we hear from guests attending Sauna Days 2023 at Larsmont Cottages, Two Harbors, Minnesota. The stories are from their hearts. We get to tap into their motivations and ambitions to make their way to Northern Minnesota for the third Sauna Days festival this early chilly May weekend. Though upwards of 200 people were in attendance, we hear from a fraction of the attendees. Most were on other benches or experiencing the world's largest cold plunge in Lake Superior. Yet with the voices on this episode, you'll be able to get an on the spot perspective of what Sauna Days is all about. I'll take a moment to set the scene. Larsmont Cottage is an upscale resort along the shores of Lake Superior, along the rocky North Shore North of Duluth Minnesota, and South of Canada. If you're looking for peace and tranquility or a launch pad for North Shore adventures but not your typical hotel — our cottages on Lake Superior are a place to celebrate the immense beauty and scale of our planet's greatest lake. Tucked away in 40 acres of private woods south of Two Harbors, this location combines a Northwoods experience with 1,300 feet of beachfront shoreline. – Larsmont Cottages.com So, imagine a Larsmont Cottages sauna take over, and you've got a picture of Sauna Days. I'll keep this introduction nice and short, and will leave you with this final thought of consideration. Does sauna bring out the best in people or does sauna bring out the best people. Maybe it's a lot of both. But whatever the case, judging from the smiles, laughter, and community spirit, Sauna Days was a joyful experience. At checkout on Sunday, many were signing up for Sauna Days 2024. I caught more than a few guests walking the grounds, sizing up their favorite lakeside cottage to commit back to the front desk. Hope you enjoy this episode, and I hope to see you at Sauna Days 2024. For more on Sauna Days 2023, please check the review here.

Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world in terms of surface area and it's not immune to climate change — it's also one of the fastest-warming lakes in the world.  MPR News guest host Dan Kraker speaks with a scientist who studies Lake Superior about the allure and science of this deep, clear and cold lake and how it's threatened by climate change. Plus, we hear from two artists — a photographer and a writer — about the lake's significance and healing presence. Guests:  Bob Sterner is a biology professor and director of the Large Lakes Observatory at the University of Minnesota Duluth which studies Lake Superior and other big lakes around the world. He's also president of the Northeastern Association of Marine and Great Lakes Laboratories.  Halee Kirkwood is a writer, teaching artist and a bookseller at Birchbark Books & Native Arts in Minneapolis who will be retracing the Ojibwe migration around Lake Superior and writing about it through a Jerome Hill Artist Fellowship. They grew up in Superior, Wis. and are a direct descendent of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Christian Dalbec is a photographer based in Two Harbors, Minn. known for his photographs of Lake Superior waves and other scenes, taken while wearing a wetsuit and photographing from within the lake. Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.   

INDIAN BIKE WEEK 2023 IS GOING TO BE EPIC!!!! Taking place in New Richmond Wisconsin at Rivers Edge Apple River Campground August 11th-20th the Week AFTER Sturgis! Indian Bike Week is like no other event.  Truly for the Hardcore Indian Enthusiast.  This ain't Sturgis.  ITS BETTER!   ITINERARY FOR 2023 SCHEDULE FOR 2023 August 13th-20th: (please use this as a template for now as new opportunities may open as the months go by. For now, you can use this to plan.) THE ITINERARY: (We are working on a new Itinerary for Rides and Extra Additional Rides, or halfway point meet up rides, but for now you can use the Daily Ride event as the template. This will be subject to change GUARANTEED) Friday August 11th (Non official Indian Bike Week Day) Early Arrivals: BBQ and Welcome to Early Arrivals at Organizers Home. Please send us a message if you plan to come early so we can appropriate the right amount of food. Saturday August 12th (Non official Indian Bike Week Day) Roof Top Meet and Greet at Mallory's in Hudson Wisconsin CURRENT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: START PLANNING NOW!! SUNDAY AUGUST 13th: (Official Start of Indian Bike Week) 8:30-9:30 Meet at Rivers Edge Apple River Camp Grounds 1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017 9:30am Departure Welcome Ride To Vino in the Valley W3826 450th Ave, Maiden Rock, WI 54750; (715) 639-6677 11am Arrival Depart 1pm for long ride back to Stillwater 2:30 Stop for Potty Break / Gas stop 3pm Departure 4pm-630 Arrival Stillwater Tiki Restaurant (private function) The Tilted Tiki Tropical Bar & Restaurant, 324 Main St S, Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 342-2545 7pm-10pm meet and greet Social Hour at Rivers Edge campgrounds 1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017 7pm-10pm Merchandise Sales and bonfire (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) MONDAY AUGUST 14th: 8:30-9:30 Meet at Rivers Edge Apple River Camp Grounds 1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017 9:30am Departure Ride through Burkhardt to MN to the St Croix River Valley heading north on the Minnesota side on 95 to Wolf Creek 11:30am Arrival to Howlin Wolf Creek Bar - 2387 River Rd, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 1:30pm Departure to Rollercoaster highway 2:15pm arrival to Star Prairie Sports Bar 206 Main St, Star Prairie, WI 54026 (Pee Pee Stop) 3pm Roller Coaster Highway Backwards 4:00pm-6:30pm Arrival at Quaks at Marine on 10 Elm St, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047 For Dinner 6:45-7:30pm Pictures in Stillwater at PD pappys 7:45pm-11pm Social Hour at the campgrounds Merchandise Sales (Bring Cash) and bonfire (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) TUESDAY AUGUST 15th: 8:30-9:30 Meet at Rivers Edge Apple River Camp Grounds 1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017 9:30am Departure to Weston B&B Weston Bar & Grill - E1745 361st Ave, Menomonie, WI 54751 11am Arrival 1pm Departure Ride AROUND Vino in The Valley into Prescott 2:30pm Gas Station PeePee Stop and hydration 3pm Departure to Big Guys BBQ 1237 WI-35, Hudson, WI 54016 4pm Live Music and BBQ 6:30-7pm Departure 730 pm-10pm meet and greet Social Hour at the Rivers Edge, Music, Food trucks 7:30-10pm Merchandise Sales (Bring Cash) and bonfire, Live Music (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) WEDNESDAY AUGUST 16th: MILITARY AND 1ST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION DAY 8am-8:30am Meet at Rivers Edge Apple River Camp Grounds 1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017 9am Departure to Lake Pepin 10:30 Gas / Bathroom Stop 11:30am-12pm Harbor Bar In Redwing (Private Function) N673 825th St, Hager City, WI 54014 FREE LUNCH TO ALL ACTIVE AND NON ACTIVE MILITARY AND 1st RESPONDERS PICTURES WITH VINTAGE MODEL 3pm Departure and ride up to Memorial Park. 4:30pm Departure around Wabasha up through Lake Peppin Heading the back way we came up to Apple River Camp Ground. BRING MILITARY ID OR DD214 OR 1ST RESPONDERS ID (LUNCH is NOT FREE for ANY guests or spouses IF NOT CURRENT OR PREVIOUS Military or 1st responders, Dinner is $20, and $10 for kids 12 and under) 7pm Arrival Rivers Edge campgrounds, social hour 7:30-10pm Merchandise Sales (Bring Cash) and Bonfire, Live Music (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) THURSDAY AUGUST 17th: Women led rides and Co-Ed rides and distance rides, Or Tubing down the Apple River. Long Scenic Ride up to Duluth area Brings Snacks and Hydration To Duluth: 7am departure to Goosberry Falls 2 Potty stops along the way 12:30pm arrival in Gooseberry Falls State Park - 3206 MN-61, Two Harbors, MN 55616 2pm Lunch at Betty's Pies 1633 MN-61, Two Harbors, MN 55616 4pm Departure 2 potty stops Female Ride Departing at 9am Led By Tonya Lundblad: Please Join This Group if you are a female Indian Rider So you can see what the plans are : 7:30 pm Arrival at Rivers Edge 7pm-10pm meet and greet Social Hour at the Rivers Edge Campgrounds, Music 7pm-10pm Merchandise Sales (Bring Cash) and bonfire, Live music 8pm-11pm Celebrity Meet and Greet (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) FRIDAY AUGUST 18th: RIDE FOR CHILDREN'S SCHOOL SUPPLIES (PLEASE BRING backpacks and school supplies) 9am Departure Turtle Lake Casino 777 US-8, Turtle Lake, WI 54889•(800) 846-8946 11:00 Arrival Free Food, Live Music, Free Casino Play 2pm departure 3pm Arrival at Lift Bridge Brewing Company - 1280 Madison Ave, New Richmond, WI 54017 4:30pm departure 5pm-10pm meet and greet Social Hour at the Campgrounds 5pm-10pm INDIANS ONLY CUSTOM BIKE SHOW 5pm-10pm Meet and greet with Celebrities 5pm-11pm Merchandise Sales (Bring Cash) 8pm-11pm Bonfire, Live Music (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) SATURDAY AUGUST 19th: 10am Event: THE WOMEN OF INDIAN BIKE WEEK WORLD RECORD RIDE EVENT Line up at 10am line up Kickstands up at 10:30am 11am retry if need be 12pm Co-Ed record event kickstand up 12:30 1pm retry if need be 2pm-3pm Auction (must be present to win) 3pm-5pm Raffle (must be present to win) 5:30pm-7pm pow-wow and drum group 7pm-11pm Meet and greets with Celebrities, live music (Always Bring Cash for the Merchandise to avoid fees, a 5% fee will be added for credit cards) SUNDAY AUGUST 20th: Festivities begin at 10am 11am-1pm Celebrity Farewell Photography and pictures/portraits More school supplies Send Off "Goodbyes" and "See ya next year!" MONDAY AUGUST 21st: 9am Farewell breakfast Keys Cafe In Hudson Wisconsin WE WILL BE ADDING different rides and additional rides as we continue to plan. There will also be at least 1 if not 2 Female Indian rides throughout the week. We will be adding updates to this event as we begin the hectic planning process. If you would like a shirt but will not be able to attend, you can still register for the shirt. The registration will still cost $100. REMEMBER... It will go to the 2023 event and to the charity pot. We will be making donations this year to help those in need.. and also filling the tank to make sure we can get THE GUINNESS 3500 Rolling for next year. Don't be left out, and don't WISH you could have made it and miss out again! Indian Bike Week and its products and services are not affiliated with or endorsed by Indian Motorcycle International, LLC.   Support the Show:   Everybody fails, the best of us get back up.

Neighbors in Two Harbors on the north shore have been wrestling with the idea of a development near the town's iconic Split Rock Lighthouse for over two decades. Now, there's yet another proposal for the land. The Two Harbors City Council met on Monday about a plan to build between 22 and 28 townhomes on the spot. Those buildings would be taller than the lighthouse. The lighthouse has been a bed and breakfast since 1999. Lake County Press editor Kitty Mayo has been covering developments at the site and she was at the meeting on Monday. She spoke with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about the townhouse plans.

The state crime lab has a backlog of thousands of cases because of the surge of crime. They say more funding could fix it and want a bite of that billion dollar surplus. Lawmakers are meeting Tuesday evening to recommend new candidates for the University of Minnesota Board of Regents. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer will find out what's at stake with that vote. A proposal in Two Harbors would bring townhouses taller than the town's historic lighthouse. We'll hear about last night's contentious city council meeting. A Minnesota cellist talks with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about her father's time in an orchestra of Holocaust survivors led by Leonard Bernstein. Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.  Subscribe to the Minnesota Now podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.   

Here's a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Friday, December 9, 2022.  The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/podcast. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.