Podcasts about Upper Midwest

Today, we're excited to talk to Penny Kagigebi. Penny is a direct descendant of the White Earth Nation. She is a 2-Spirit queer community collaborator, artist, curator and teacher. She focuses on birch bark basketry and quill boxes and recently curated Queering Indigeneity for the Minnesota Museum of American Art, on exhibit from September 18, 2025 to August 16, 2026. Penny turned to art after the death of her son in 2008. She spent a year making gifts to put in the bundle she was sending to him. This work opened her to the healing power of art and to the idea that she is an artist. In her art, she intertwines traditional craft with her identity as 2-Spirit/Native queer, whether it's rainbow colors or a fresh take on design. She also works to help other 2-Spirt/Native queer artists find their gifts and their medicines and share them with the community. That vision informs the Minnesota Museum of American Art exhibit Queering Indigeneity. As a first-time curator, Penny had the opportunity to reach out to 2-Spirit/Native queer artists from across the Upper Midwest and ask, “What's your wildest idea? What do you have in your back pocket that you haven't been able to put forward yet?” Penny lives in Detroit Lakes with her husband Rick, who is also an artist.-----Hosts / Producers: Leah Lemm, Cole Premo Editor: Britt Aamodt Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood 

Kayla Schiltgen is an interdisciplinary artist based in rural Two Harbors, Minnesota, blending dance and film to cope with and communicate her existence. Guided by her belief that subjectivity and vulnerability serve as an echo palette for others, Kayla creates screen dance, installation, and performance to facilitate exchange that affirms, affects, and inspires both artist and audience. She takes a multidimensional approach rooted in the Rural—working as choreographer/editor, dancer, cinematographer, and sound designer, with place as her collaborator.Kayla is a 2025 McKnight Choreographer Fellow, 2022 Upstream Artist Fellow, the recipient of multiple Minnesota State Arts Board and Arrowhead Regional Arts Council awards, and recognized as a creative rural leader in the Upper Midwest by Springboard for the Arts.Her work has been presented at the Walker Art Center, the International Meeting on Video-Dance and Video-Performance (Spain & France), North Dakota Environmental Rights Film Festival, InShadow Screendance Festival (Portugal), Duluth Superior Film Festival, DanceBARN Screendance Festival, Wolf Tree Film Festival (MI), Arena Dance's CandyBox Festival, RAD Fest, The Lab at NorShor Theatre, and the Minnesota Fringe Festival, among others.Kayla's practice centers the Rural as a site of resilience and creativity. She is currently touring rural Minnesota with performances, workshops, and artist chats of her evening-length work is this magic?.  She holds a B.A. in Dance from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and continues her studies with screendance artist Katrina McPherson, and courses in filmmaking and improvisational movement.Learn more about Kayla's work @kaylaschiltgen or at kaylaschiltgen.com.

“Marketplace Morning Report” is breaking down the overall picture of the U.S. economy by zooming in on different regions and taking a closer look. Marketplace's senior economics contributor Chris Farrell reports from St. Paul, Minnesota, about what's happening in the Federal Reserve's Ninth District — which includes most of the upper Midwest. Also: Paramount Skydance explores a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, and markets anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut.

“Marketplace Morning Report” is breaking down the overall picture of the U.S. economy by zooming in on different regions and taking a closer look. Marketplace's senior economics contributor Chris Farrell reports from St. Paul, Minnesota, about what's happening in the Federal Reserve's Ninth District — which includes most of the upper Midwest. Also: Paramount Skydance explores a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, and markets anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut.

You're stuck with just Jared and Justin this week, and they're giving you both a fall forecast and a summer recap. They break down the wet summer much of the Upper Midwest has experienced and what it could mean as we head into fall. The guys also share a few state fair highlights, and even toss in some unsolicited parenting advice for good measure. Tune in to this week's episode for a mix of insights and laughs!

Soybeans, KC wheat and spring wheat led the grain complex to a strong finish on Monday. Did frost concerns and a dry/hot forecast ahead play a role? Also, mixed action in livestock to start the week and what about a dairy market that has seen volatility recently? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss on today's show. More online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We saw frost over the weekend in many parts of the Upper Midwest and Northern Plains. Did that lead to some late season damage to corn and soybean crops? Also, could we see a big warmup on the way heading into harvest season? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss in our Weekly Weather Update. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.

I'm Dr. Daniel Cameron. In my practice, I often see patients with chronic pain, and I want to explore whether chronic Lyme disease could be part of the puzzle behind America's growing pain epidemic.A recent paper by Jovkovich in Pain reported that chronic pain prevalence in U.S. adults rose from 21% in 2019 to 24% in 2023—affecting 60 million people. Only about 13% of this increase was linked to long COVID. The rest remains unexplained.Overlap Between Lyme Pain and National Pain TrendsThe types of pain described—back, neck, joint, headache, abdominal, and widespread musculoskeletal pain—mirror what I see in chronic Lyme patients. Lyme pain is often multi-system, migratory, unpredictable, and can flare with fatigue and stress. It includes:Musculoskeletal pain: Joint and tendon pain, often misdiagnosed as fibromyalgia.Neurologic pain: Headaches resistant to migraine therapy, burning or electrical-shock sensations, small fiber neuropathy.Abdominal/pelvic pain: Frequently linked with autonomic dysfunction.Why Lyme Gets MissedTesting limitations: Standard CDC two-tier testing is more reliable in acute cases, leaving many chronic patients without positive results.Mislabels: Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, or “pain of unknown origin.”COVID-era factors: More outdoor exposure, missed diagnoses due to care delays, absent rash or visible tick bite.Geography and DemographicsThe pain hotspots in the Pain study—Northeast, Upper Midwest, Pacific coast—are also Lyme-endemic regions. Affected populations included working adults, outdoor enthusiasts, rural and suburban residents, aligning closely with Lyme risk groups.Strongest Evidence: Treatment ResponsePerhaps the clearest sign is clinical: when patients with undiagnosed Lyme receive targeted antibiotic or co-infection therapy, their chronic pain often improves or resolves.Bottom line: Chronic Lyme disease may be an overlooked contributor to America's pain crisis. The symptoms overlap, the geography matches, and patients often respond to treatment. To better address the 60 million Americans in pain, we need to update diagnostic strategies, look beyond tick rash and positive tests, and include Lyme disease in the differential.

Kay Sparling is an international opera and sacred singer. Nowretired, she lives in the Upper Midwest with her feline writingbuddy, the invincible Paducah. When not teaching voice lessonsor writing, Kay enjoys gardening, hiking, adventure travelling, andcooking for family and friends.More information about Kay can be found at: Kay Sparling – AuthorNear the end of the Cold War, Kaitlyn Stewart lands anapprenticeship at the Vienna State Opera. Soon after arriving,she is recruited by the CIA as the only female high profileoperative in Mission: THAW. Both CIA and MI6 are in a raceagainst time to uncover a human trafficking cartel set up byfascist Western politicians who are in business with the EastGermans and KGB. They are exploiting refugees from theformer satellite countries of the USSR. Mission: THAW mustinfiltrate the cartel in order to shut down the trafficking anddestroy the slave labor in East Germany. If the GDR economyfails, the Berlin Wall will come down. Covering as an opera singer, Kaitlyn infiltrates theinner circle of the KGB and neo-Nazis, only to find out that they have a much moredeadly, lucrative plan in the making: blueprints for a dirty bomb. MI6 agent CliveMatthews, who is considered the best secret agent in the free world, skillfully guidesKaitlyn through the crazy maze of the mission. Based on fact.Amazon.com: Mission Thaw: A Kaitlyn Stewart Spy Thriller: 9781779419071: Sparling, Kay: Books

Soybeans struggled to start the month of September with futures down double digits and cash basis continuing to look horrendous in many areas of the northwestern Corn Belt. Meanwhile, corn had another solid day with small gains out of the Labor Day weekend while cattle finished mixed after a higher start. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins us for a conversation and technical analysis of the markets to start the month of September. Find more online at https://www.agmarket.net. There is some talk of frost across parts of the Upper Midwest, maybe even as far south as northern Iowa, later this week. We get an update on that potential, talk about the dry August, low Mississippi River water levels again and much more. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. More at https://www.ag-wx.com. And as corn enters the home stretch of the 2025 season, many farmers are heading out to their fields to estimate yields. AgriGold Agronomist Sam McCord has some important tips to consider when estimating yield and why it's important to fine-tune field-by-field yield estimates. Learn more as well online at https://www.agrigold.com.

Cattle market volatility continues to be off the charts as we saw another day to the upside in feeder and live cattle futures, with strength in midday boxed beef as well on Monday. We take a look at some of the continued volatility and examine a quiet start to the week for grains with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Also, we run through more severe weather and rainfall for the Upper Midwest over the weekend and get a look at this week's forecast ahead with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.

For Episode 197 we have Adam Yeoman, the Executive Director for the Copper Harbor Trails Club. During this conversation we talk all things Copper Harbor 2025, which includes some past events, future events, new trails, and there is also some intel on what participants of the 2025 Copper Harbor Trails Fest might have in store in terms of both XC and Enduro Course. Adam covers a lot during our conversation, and Copper Harbor as a trail organization has a ton going on, so even if you are not from the Upper Midwest there are some pieces of information that you may find interesting or helpful for your trail community. Topics Include: Brief bit of Copper Harbor and Keweenaw Penisula History The transition from club president to Executive Director Staff at Copper Harbor Trails Club Ride the Keweenaw Event Copper Harbor Trails Fest Orbion – Title Sponsor of Trails Fest Women's & Men's Ride Clinics New Trails coming online Keweenaw Point Trail continues to be built New Start Hub at the top of East Bluff Winter Trails for Copper Harbor Trails Club Nordic Skiing Hints about 2025 Trails Fest Course for both the XC and Enduro Other events that have been held in Copper Harbor in 2025 Rough Stuff Rally 906 Adventure Crusher 12 hours of All You Can East Bluffet – Endurance Enduro What Adam looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Copper Harbor Trails Club: https://www.copperharbortrails.org/ East Bluff Bike Park: https://eastbluffbikepark.com/ Orbion – Title Sponsor for Copper Harbor Trails Fest: https://orbionspace.com/ Rough Stuff Rally: https://bikejerks.com/pages/rough-stuff-rally 906 Adventure Crusher: https://906adventureteam.com/mountain-bike-events/the-crusher/   Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith's Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com   Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services

The auction block comes alive across the Upper Midwest in this dynamic exploration of recent sales and upcoming opportunities with America's Land Auctioneer hosts Andy Mrnak and Jim Sabe.In the rolling green landscapes of Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, and the bustling main street of Bowman, North Dakota, recent auctions have showcased everything from pristine farm equipment to collector-worthy vehicles. A 2014 John Deere tractor with low hours commanded $67,000, while classic car enthusiasts drove bidding to $44,500 for a 2008 Shelby Mustang GT500 with just 2,050 miles. Perhaps most heartwarming was the donation auction of a 2015 Tiffin motor coach that brought $172,500 for the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame, with bidders flying in from as far as Michigan.The hosts provide valuable market insights throughout - front-wheel assist tractors and four-wheel drives maintain strong values, while the once-hot market for "square body" Chevy pickups shows signs of cooling as more inventory becomes available. Clean, well-maintained equipment stored indoors consistently outperforms similar aged machinery with weather damage, underscoring the importance of proper care for maximum return.For landowners considering selling, the conversation shifts to strategic auction planning, with fall (September-December) and spring (February-June) identified as prime selling seasons. The upcoming 20th anniversary Western Dakota Land Auction takes center stage as a premier multi-day event bringing together sellers and qualified buyers from across the country, particularly for properties with valuable water features.Whether you're looking to turn equipment into cash, transition farmland to new ownership, or simply understand current market conditions, this episode provides a comprehensive roadmap through today's agricultural auction landscape. Ready to explore your options? Contact the Pfeiffer's team and discover why timing, presentation, and working with experienced auction professionals can make all the difference in achieving your goals.Follow at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & FacebookContact the team at Pifer's

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The grain trade was mostly lower to start the week as good weather continues to outweigh most other factors in the market. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us for perspective on the grain and livestock trade to start off the week on Monday. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Plus, forecasters are calling for a moderate risk of severe weather across parts of the South Dakota and Minnesota on Monday, even after a weekend of severe weather across parts of the Upper Midwest and Northern Plains. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to break it all down and look at the weather pattern as we head into August. More forecast info can be found at https://www.ag-wx.com. And in Segment Four, we get more market perspective from Susan Littlefield as she talks with Darin Fessler of Lakefront Futures after the close of trade on Monday.

We're coming off a busy week on the Dakota Classic Modified tour along with a rare FULL weekend of racing in the Upper Midwest!

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A wide range of titles with special guest and CADL staff member, Mark Neese.  Cheryl's Books:     The Humane Gardener: Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife by Nancy Lawson (ebook) A Northern Gardener's Guide to Native Plants and Pollinators: Creating Habitat in the Northeast, Great Lakes, and Upper Midwest by Lorraine Johnson and Sheila Colla For a Girl Becoming by Joy Harjo Mentioned: Landscaping with Native Plants of Michigan by Lynn M. Steiner Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies - Lower Midwest by Jaret C. Daniels The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater Girl Warrior by Joy Harjo (October 2025 release – not in system for holds yet) Dark Renaissance: The Dangerous Times and Fatal Genius of Shakespeare's Greatest Rival by Stephen Greenblatt On Being with Krista Tippet podcast interview with Mary Oliver:  “I Got Saved by the Beauty of The World”  https://onbeing.org/programs/mary-oliver-i-got-saved-by-the-beauty-of-the-world/ Jessica's Books:    The Listeners by Maggie Stiefvater Death at the White Hart by Chris Chibnall Change the Recipe: Because You Can't Build a Better World Without Breaking Some Eggs by José Andrés  Mentioned: Soil: The Story of a Black Mother's Garden by Camille Dungey Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater Broadchurch (created by Chris Chibnall) True Gretch: What I've Learned About Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between by Gretchan Whitmer Mari's Books:    The Burning Season by Caroline Starr Rose Tyger by S. F. Said The Crow Trilogy:  The Outlaw by Nancy Vo, The Ranger by Nancy Vo, The Runaway by Nancy Vo Mentioned:  Headstrong Hellie: The Story of Hallie Morse Daggett the First Female “Fire Guard” by Aimée Bissonette Mark N.'s Books:    Terror in the City of Champions: Murder, Baseball, and the Secret Society that Shocked Depression-era Detroit by Tom Stanton  On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer by Rick Steves The Name of This Band is REM: A Biography by Peter Ames Carlin  The Swerve: How the World Became Modern by Stephen Greenblatt Mentioned:  Books by Tom Stanton Books by Peter Ames Carlin On the Nature of Things by Lucretius (ebook)

Brad flies solo in this episode—literally and figuratively—to tackle a problem buzzing on every farmer's mind around the 4th of July: flies. With heavy rains in the Upper Midwest fueling major fly outbreaks, Brad dives deep into why managing flies is essential for livestock health, productivity, and human comfort.He covers the four main types of flies affecting livestock—stable flies, house flies, horn flies, and face flies—including their behaviors, lifecycles, preferred habitats, and the economic losses they cause. From foot-stomping stable flies in confinement to pinkeye-spreading face flies on pasture, Brad emphasizes the importance of identifying the fly species to choose effective control methods.Management strategies discussed include manure and bedding management, fans, fly traps, fly predators, sprays, and even a horn fly vaccine being tested at the UMN research dairy. Brad also shares fascinating research on how coat color in cattle affects fly load, with black-coated animals attracting more flies than lighter-colored ones.Whether you're dealing with flies in barns or on pasture, this episode breaks down how to reduce their impact on your operation—and why there's no one-size-fits-all solution.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

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Monument Health, a regional system serving five states in the Upper Midwest, is navigating AI with a deliberate strategy grounded in community care and clinical realities. At the center of that effort is Patrick Woodard, MD, Chief Information Officer, who believes AI is not merely an enhancement of existing tools, but an opportunity to fundamentally […] Source: AI Integration Demands Strategic Rethinking of Labor and Leadership, Says Monument Health CIO on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

The auction landscape is constantly evolving, and Pifers Auction is at the forefront with their revolutionary approach to equipment sales. Their recent conversion of the Upper Midwest sale from a timed online-only format to a live auction with simulcast bidding has proven extraordinarily successful, drawing over 1,600 registered bidders from across all 50 states and countries including Mexico and Peru.This broadcast takes you behind the scenes of what makes a modern auction work in today's global marketplace. A Ditch Witch boring machine that sold for $127,500 exemplifies how specialized equipment can now reach buyers from coast to coast, while a matched pair of 2023 John Deere 8R410 tractors commanding $365,000 each demonstrates the continuing strength at the premium end of the market. Perhaps most impressive was a 2024 John Deere 335P track skid steer with just 275 hours bringing a record-breaking $94,000.The wheel loader market has shown exceptional strength, with machines headed to buyers as far away as Peru. What makes the new auction format particularly valuable is its flexibility - sellers no longer need to transport large equipment to a central location, saving significantly on freight costs while still benefiting from competitive bidding. As regional manager Chris Baer explains, "Not everybody wants to bring their equipment in. Freight's expensive...so why can't we sell it there and have a live auction?"After several years of equipment appreciation during the pandemic era, the market has now stabilized into a pattern of normal depreciation - yet remains remarkably strong. The gap between new and slightly-used equipment values continues to create opportunities for buyers and sellers alike. Whether you're looking to acquire premium farmland like the upcoming 839-acre property bordering Custer State Park (with views of Mount Rushmore) or planning to consign to their classic car auction in Bowman, Pifers continues to connect exceptional properties and equipment with the right buyers.Ready to experience the power of a truly global marketplace for your land or equipment? Contact the experts at Pifers Auction, Realty and Land Management today and discover what your assets might be worth in today's dynamic market.Follow at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & FacebookContact the team at Pifer's

It's Free-For-All Friday on What's On Your Mind! Today's episode is sizzling with hot takes — from Juneteenth and federal holidays, to Trump's bunker-busting dilemma in Iran, to passionate debates about America's veteran cemeteries and the best pizza in the Upper Midwest. Scott Hennen opens the mic for lively listener calls, a chat with Senator Kevin Cramer, and an emotional segment with Jason Hicks from the Fargo Honor Guard about long-overdue improvements to the Fargo National Cemetery. Whether you came for politics, patriotism, or pepperoni, you'll find something that hits the spot.

Corner by corner, inch by inch, with one of the greatest tracks in the world. Do Ross and Sam use this episode to dissect their love for the pavement of Road America? Does a Wisconsin bear pope eat beer cheese in the Kettle Moraine woods?(The answer is yes, for the record. Yes to both.)Welcome to the Upper Midwest, cats and kittens. You will learn where the apexes are, if you don't already know. But that's the least interesting part.This show's format rotates weekly, because squirrel. We call this format “Walking the Track.”RELATED TRIVIA: We're missing Jeff for this one—he and the fine gang at AWA Racing just finished 10th at the 24 Hours of Le Mans! (France, for the record, is very much like Wisconsin—also much cheese and beer. No bear pope, though. The species is native to glaciated America.)This episode was produced by Mike Perlman.**Who We Are + Spicy Merch:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ItsNotTheCar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Support It's Not the Car:Contribute on Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/notthecar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Topic suggestions, feedback, questions? Let us know what you think!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INTCPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Check out Sam's book!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smithology: Thoughts, Travels, and Semi-Plausible Car Writing, 2003–2023⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Where to find us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intcpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thatsamsmith/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/j.v.braun/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rossbentley/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rossbentley.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speedsecrets.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**ABOUT THE SHOW:It's Not the Car is a podcast about people and speed. We tell racing stories and leave out the boring parts.Ross Bentley is a former IndyCar driver, a bestselling author, and a world-renowned performance coach. Jeff Braun is a champion race engineer. Sam Smith is an award-winning writer and a former executive editor of Road & Track magazine.We don't love racing for the nuts and bolts—we love it for what it asks of the meatbag at the wheel.New episodes every Tuesday.

County fair season begins this week in Wisconsin. One theme you'll hear is "You Make The Difference". Jayme Butke, executive secretary of the WI Fair Association joins Pam Jahnke to talk about a national directive that all fairs are being encouraged to adopt. It's about finding the next generation of volunteers and evaluating where your fair is going and what value it brings to the community, county, state.Hot and sticky to start the week. That's the summary from Stu Muck for Wisconsin weather.Tina Peterson with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin joins Charitee Seebecker to talk more about why these stories and connections matter. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.In Wisconsin, fairs happen once a year. There's a lot riding on a few days of good weather and community interaction. What about those buildings that fairs use, and the uncertainty of the weather. Can fairs protect themselves from these elements? Stephanie Hoff talks to Robert Holmes, the president of Spectrum Weather and Specialty Insurance. His clients are nationwide, but his roots are in the Upper Midwest. Robert grew up in Minnesota and then came to college in Wisconsin. He worked as a weather researcher at UW-Madison for eight years before starting his business. His job today is to help fairs protect their bottom line in case of a severe weather event or the countless other things that could go wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 5 (Chapters 23-27): As the story draws to a close, Doug Rolfstad faces the full weight of his choices, with each moment tightening the grip of consequences. What began with a mysterious envelope now hurtles toward a chaotic and unexpected conclusion. Dead Cold Drop by James Wolner is told across five gripping episodes in the signature Friday Night Fiction style. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/⁠⁠ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/⁠⁠ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠dakotaspotlight@gmail.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight.bsky.social⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlightpodcast4800⁠⁠ Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blue moon ice cream is a staple at roadside shops throughout the Upper Midwest. But where did this Smurf-colored treat come from? And what explains its long-standing appeal? WPR’s Sarah Lehr brings us the scoop from an ice cream shop in Columbus as part of our Wisconsin Road Trip series.

Part 4 (Chapters 17-22): With tensions still simmering, Doug Rolfstad follows through on key parts of the plan as new information and close calls tighten the emotional grip. As the walls begin to close in, Doug must navigate rising pressure, uncertain alliances, and the weight of choices that can't be undone. Dead Cold Drop by James Wolner is told across five gripping episodes in the signature Friday Night Fiction style. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/⁠⁠ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/⁠⁠ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠dakotaspotlight@gmail.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight.bsky.social⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlightpodcast4800⁠⁠ Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special edition of Tunnel Vision hosts Ryan Abraham and Connor Morrissette (aka "Triple Double") are back in studio and joined remotely by sophomore defensive tackle Jide Abasiri. Thanks to House of Victory, the 6-foot-5, 294 pound defensive lineman out of Prior Lake, Minnesota had a lengthy interview with our hosts, talking about his transition from the Upper Midwest to Southern California, his first year in D'Anton Lynn's defensive scheme, the progress he made since arriving at USC and how he is looked at as one of the strongest players on the team. Last season Abasiri saw action in 10 games on the defensive line and recorded seven total tackles. The interview with Abasiri was conducted in conjunction with House of Victory, an alumni-backed nonprofit collective dedicated to providing a competitive edge in the NIL space for University of Southern California student-athletes. If you want to help out USC's NIL efforts, you can donate to House of Victory ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE for 60% OFF an annual VIP membership to USCFootball.com!⁠⁠⁠  Please review, rate and subscribe to the Peristyle Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠! Make sure you check out ⁠⁠⁠USCFootball.com⁠⁠⁠ for complete coverage of this USC Trojan football team.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Historian Victoria Bynum turns now to her own history in this multigenerational American saga spanning from 1840 to 1979. Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history, navigating pivotal events such as First Wave immigration, the Civil War, the Gilded Age, the Great Depression, two world wars, the Cold War, and beyond. Child of a mother from Waconia, Minnesota, and father from Jones County, Mississippi, Bynum blends a historian's voice with personal experiences, intertwining her grandmother's unpublished memoir and letters with her own role as a diarist and historian. She explores class, race, ethnicity, and gender dynamics. From the rise of Welsh immigrant ancestors in the Upper Midwest and the Gilded Age privileges of her grandmother's upbringing to Bynum's own tumultuous childhood in the 1950s and early 1960s as she is shuttled between Georgia, Mississippi, Minnesota, Florida, and California, Bynum grapples with numerous dangers of being raised in a volatile environment marked by alcohol-fueled violence, sexual degradation, and neglect. Against the backdrop of racial segregation, civil rights movements, and the Cold War, Deep Roots, Broken Branches: A History and Memoir (UP of Mississippi, 2025) traces the author's coming-of-age journey, and the profound influence of her grandmother. Revealed through the lens and tensions of an Air Force family, Deep Roots, Broken Branches explores Bynum's intellectual curiosity, voracious reading habits, and turbulent path through early motherhood, divorce, and higher education in California. Throughout, her grandmother remains a stabilizing force, offering inspiration and guidance. This book paints a vivid portrait of a southern identity's growth amid personal challenges and broader societal shifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Historian Victoria Bynum turns now to her own history in this multigenerational American saga spanning from 1840 to 1979. Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history, navigating pivotal events such as First Wave immigration, the Civil War, the Gilded Age, the Great Depression, two world wars, the Cold War, and beyond. Child of a mother from Waconia, Minnesota, and father from Jones County, Mississippi, Bynum blends a historian's voice with personal experiences, intertwining her grandmother's unpublished memoir and letters with her own role as a diarist and historian. She explores class, race, ethnicity, and gender dynamics. From the rise of Welsh immigrant ancestors in the Upper Midwest and the Gilded Age privileges of her grandmother's upbringing to Bynum's own tumultuous childhood in the 1950s and early 1960s as she is shuttled between Georgia, Mississippi, Minnesota, Florida, and California, Bynum grapples with numerous dangers of being raised in a volatile environment marked by alcohol-fueled violence, sexual degradation, and neglect. Against the backdrop of racial segregation, civil rights movements, and the Cold War, Deep Roots, Broken Branches: A History and Memoir (UP of Mississippi, 2025) traces the author's coming-of-age journey, and the profound influence of her grandmother. Revealed through the lens and tensions of an Air Force family, Deep Roots, Broken Branches explores Bynum's intellectual curiosity, voracious reading habits, and turbulent path through early motherhood, divorce, and higher education in California. Throughout, her grandmother remains a stabilizing force, offering inspiration and guidance. This book paints a vivid portrait of a southern identity's growth amid personal challenges and broader societal shifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

Historian Victoria Bynum turns now to her own history in this multigenerational American saga spanning from 1840 to 1979. Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history, navigating pivotal events such as First Wave immigration, the Civil War, the Gilded Age, the Great Depression, two world wars, the Cold War, and beyond. Child of a mother from Waconia, Minnesota, and father from Jones County, Mississippi, Bynum blends a historian's voice with personal experiences, intertwining her grandmother's unpublished memoir and letters with her own role as a diarist and historian. She explores class, race, ethnicity, and gender dynamics. From the rise of Welsh immigrant ancestors in the Upper Midwest and the Gilded Age privileges of her grandmother's upbringing to Bynum's own tumultuous childhood in the 1950s and early 1960s as she is shuttled between Georgia, Mississippi, Minnesota, Florida, and California, Bynum grapples with numerous dangers of being raised in a volatile environment marked by alcohol-fueled violence, sexual degradation, and neglect. Against the backdrop of racial segregation, civil rights movements, and the Cold War, Deep Roots, Broken Branches: A History and Memoir (UP of Mississippi, 2025) traces the author's coming-of-age journey, and the profound influence of her grandmother. Revealed through the lens and tensions of an Air Force family, Deep Roots, Broken Branches explores Bynum's intellectual curiosity, voracious reading habits, and turbulent path through early motherhood, divorce, and higher education in California. Throughout, her grandmother remains a stabilizing force, offering inspiration and guidance. This book paints a vivid portrait of a southern identity's growth amid personal challenges and broader societal shifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Historian Victoria Bynum turns now to her own history in this multigenerational American saga spanning from 1840 to 1979. Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history, navigating pivotal events such as First Wave immigration, the Civil War, the Gilded Age, the Great Depression, two world wars, the Cold War, and beyond. Child of a mother from Waconia, Minnesota, and father from Jones County, Mississippi, Bynum blends a historian's voice with personal experiences, intertwining her grandmother's unpublished memoir and letters with her own role as a diarist and historian. She explores class, race, ethnicity, and gender dynamics. From the rise of Welsh immigrant ancestors in the Upper Midwest and the Gilded Age privileges of her grandmother's upbringing to Bynum's own tumultuous childhood in the 1950s and early 1960s as she is shuttled between Georgia, Mississippi, Minnesota, Florida, and California, Bynum grapples with numerous dangers of being raised in a volatile environment marked by alcohol-fueled violence, sexual degradation, and neglect. Against the backdrop of racial segregation, civil rights movements, and the Cold War, Deep Roots, Broken Branches: A History and Memoir (UP of Mississippi, 2025) traces the author's coming-of-age journey, and the profound influence of her grandmother. Revealed through the lens and tensions of an Air Force family, Deep Roots, Broken Branches explores Bynum's intellectual curiosity, voracious reading habits, and turbulent path through early motherhood, divorce, and higher education in California. Throughout, her grandmother remains a stabilizing force, offering inspiration and guidance. This book paints a vivid portrait of a southern identity's growth amid personal challenges and broader societal shifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 3 (Chapters 12-16): As tension rises and new layers of uncertainty unfold, Doug Rolfstad pushes deeper into a world far beyond his quiet life as a Bismarck plumber. With paranoia mounting and unsettling discoveries piling up, Doug is forced to confront how much—and whom—he can really trust. Dead Cold Drop by James Wolner is told across five gripping episodes in the signature Friday Night Fiction style. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/⁠⁠ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/⁠⁠ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠dakotaspotlight@gmail.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight.bsky.social⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlightpodcast4800⁠⁠ Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wildfires burning in western Canada are triggering poor air quality warnings in the upper Midwest, advising people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people to limit outdoor activities. Meteorologists say that the impact of the fires this weekend could reach Oklahoma, Tennessee and Arkansas. John Yang reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Wildfires burning in western Canada are triggering poor air quality warnings in the upper Midwest, advising people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people to limit outdoor activities. Meteorologists say that the impact of the fires this weekend could reach Oklahoma, Tennessee and Arkansas. John Yang reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In this episode of Talk of Fame, Kylie Montigney talks with Rafe Carlson! Fast-rising Country artist Rafe Carlson (pronounced RAYF) is striking a chord with fans from the Midwest to Nashville and everywhere in between with his high-octane, energetic live shows, guitar driven tracks, and unapologetic, Skynyrd-esque attitude. Right at the intersection of modern Country and Southern Rock, Rafe's lyrics nod to his upbringing in the frigid Northwoods of Minnesota. The 26-year-old multi-instrumentalist grew up hunting, fishing, and working outdoors in one of  the continental U.S.'s harshest climates. His bloodline consists of carpenters, loggers, Vikings, home-builders, and WW2 soldiers. Naturally, his country sound is a little rougher-around-the-edges, with gritty electric guitar parts played by cousins Steven and David Carlson. The Duluth native has garnered over 55,000,000 views on social media, worked with Grammy winning producers and prolific hit songwriters in Nashville, and appeared at festivals and events all over the country. The success of his shows in the Midwest led to Rafe joining bills with superstar acts like Jon Pardi, Jake Owen, Trace Adkins, Chris Janson, and dozens more. His most recent release out of Nashville, 'Big City Lights' has seen radio play across the Upper Midwest, on country stations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. 2025 Will see Rafe joining dozens of superstar acts like Riley Green, Lainey Wilson, Hardy, Cody Johnson and more, and performing at WeFest, Hoofbeat Country Fest, and plenty of other iconic Midwest festivals and events.Listen in as we discuss Rafe's  journey and touring with some of the biggest country music artists. You'll be inspired by his dedication to his craft and creating new music.Links Mentioned:https://linktr.ee/rafecarlson?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf6SnaefiiQDdFmsgMqtQYv4sCZvmkrZ5yJKa_9Xb8KukNlTzaNmMHxFdcKOA_aem_SuhwBt-wP1_2M9L5emQ4lgFollow Me:Instagram:@Officialkyliemontigney@TalkoffamepodFacebook:OfficialkyliemontigneyTalkoffameTwitter:@Kyliemontigney4About Me:Hi, I'm Kylie! I'm passionate about sports, spending time with family, traveling, and connecting with people who inspire me. I love listening to people's stories and sharing their journeys with the world!

Part 2 (Chapters 6-11): Back in Bismarck, Doug sets their plan in motion, taking cautious steps to protect Mandy and make sense of the situation. But with each move, the tension tightens—and a growing sense of unease suggests there may be more at play than they first realized. Dead Cold Drop by James Wolner is told across five gripping episodes in the signature Friday Night Fiction style. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/⁠⁠ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/⁠⁠ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠dakotaspotlight@gmail.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight.bsky.social⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlightpodcast4800⁠⁠ Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: We have a final check-in with our farmers taking part in the "Plant Your Independence" tour. Plus, an update on how trade is going in the dairy industry, and Ken Ferrie weighs in on last week's unusual dust storm in the Upper Midwest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1 (Chapters 1-5): At a truck stop near Valley City, North Dakota, Bismarck plumber Doug Rolfstad meets his daughter Mandy at her unexpected and urgent request. There, she reveals she found a manila envelope filled with cash. As unsettling news follows, father and daughter are drawn into a situation neither of them fully understands. Dead Cold Drop by James Wolner is told across five gripping episodes in the signature Friday Night Fiction style. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/⁠⁠ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/⁠⁠ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: ⁠⁠https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠dakotaspotlight@gmail.com⁠⁠ Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ TikTok: @dakotaspotlight⁠⁠ Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@dakotaspotlightpodcast4800⁠⁠ Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#WhatsHappening. A tornado outbreak is possible in the Upper Midwest, and millions of residents are on alert.

In this first installment of Friday Night Fiction, a new series by James Wolner, a harmless social media group turns sinister in this modern noir tale set in Fargo, North Dakota. When a local banker's carefully planned Friday night is disrupted by a group of self-appointed parking vigilantes, what begins as an inconvenience escalates into something far more dangerous. Written and narrated by James Wolner, Park Like a Fargonian explores how easily judgment can masquerade as justice—and how quickly control can slip away. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/ Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight Instagram: @dakotaspotlight TikTok: @dakotaspotlight Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800 Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We introduce you to our new series of original crime-inspired short stories, all set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. If you're a fan of true crime but curious to explore fictional tales with the same tension, twists, and emotional depth—this series is for you. We'll walk you through what to expect from future episodes, how often they'll drop, and why true crime fans will feel right at home in these moody, mysterious, and distinctly Midwestern settings. Welcome to Friday Night Fiction—your weekly escape into the dark side of the North. About Friday Night Fiction: Written and narrated by James Wolner, Friday Night Fiction delivers original crime stories set in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest. Inspired by The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, The Twilight Zone, and Dragnet, each episode blends atmosphere, moral complexity, and sharp storytelling—ranging from eerie one-shots to serialized suspense. New episodes released on select Friday nights. Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/ Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/ Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter: https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/ Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight Instagram: @dakotaspotlight TikTok: @dakotaspotlight Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800 Friday Night Fiction is written and produced by James Wolner. All stories, dialogue, and creative content are original works of authorship and are © James Wolner. Reproduction, redistribution, or adaptation of any part of this podcast without written permission is strictly prohibited. Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, organizations, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for any perceived associations, misinterpretations, or unintended similarities. No real persons or groups should be inferred from this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last winter, at least in the Upper Midwest where I live, was dreamy. If you're not passionate about sledding or building snowmen, it was dreamy anyway. We didn't get any real snow to speak of, and for me, that meant I had a lot of time to work on my small deer properties. Every other week, I drove across the river into Wisconsin to work on my ground. I got a lot done, but that opportunity was an outlier and not the rule. This year, real winter...