Podcasts about Waconia

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 Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history,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Jones County, Mississippi, Bynum blends a historian's voice with personal experiences, intertwining her grandmother's unpublished memoir and letters with her own role as a diarist and historian.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 Through meticulous historical research, personal letters, diaries, and the unpublished memoir of Mary Daniel Huckenpoehler, the author's maternal grandmother, Bynum examines five generations within the broader context of the nation's history,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 Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-south

Show Date: 5/21/25Dan welcomes special guest Ronnie Olson to the show to talk Town Ball baseball, and in particular the Waconia Lakers.The Lakers won the Class C State Title last year, and we preview the upcoming '25 season. Ronnie is a veteran 2B on the team, and gives his thoughts on the schedule, the new Class A upgrade, the player criteria points and more!MN Baseball Association website: https://minnesotabaseballassociation.org/Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Read or listen to the story of the dramatic rescue of a family in Alaska, and we spotlight a high school club in Minnesota that is shaping future conservation leaders. Join radio hosts Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' and Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt (Tigger & BEC) with The Bend Radio Show & Podcast, your news outlet for the latest in Outdoors & Western Lifestyle News! Season 5, Episode 230 Local Alaska Pilots and the National Guard Saved a Family from a Frozen Lake The Heart-Stopping Rescue of a Pilot and His Daughters on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula According to the Associated Press and OutdoorLife.com, a dramatic rescue unfolded on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula this week after a pilot and his two daughters were stranded for hours on the wing of their half-sunken plane in a frozen lake. The family's plane, a Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser, crashed Sunday evening during a sightseeing trip. As night fell, the pilot and his daughters, who have not been identified, were forced to cling to the wing of the plane, waiting in the freezing cold for help. It wasn't long before the tight-knit community of Alaska's bush pilots sprang into action. When the plane was first reported missing, local pilots immediately rallied to join the search. By Monday morning, a group of volunteers, including pilot Terry Godes, took to the skies in their own planes, hoping to spot the wreckage. Godes, who had seen a Facebook post about the missing family, was the first to spot the plane, with the family waving from the wing, signaling they were still alive. After Godes radioed in the location, the Alaska State Troopers and National Guard were quickly alerted. The National Guard sent in a C-130 transport plane and a helicopter for the rescue operation, but conditions were challenging. The ice was too soft to land on, and the rotor wash threatened to blow the children off the wing. Despite these difficulties, the National Guard performed a flawless, one-of-a-kind recovery, saving the family from the icy wilderness. The pilot and his daughters were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The rescue, which involved the quick thinking and coordination of local pilots, the Alaska State Troopers, and the National Guard, was a testament to the strength of Alaska's community and the courage of those who risked their lives to bring a family home safely. Reference:  https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/pilot-daughters-survive-plane-crash-alaska/ Spotlight on Waconia High School Conservation Club: Inspiring the Next Generation Waconia, Minnesota: Where High School Students Are Making a Difference in Conservation Waconia, Minnesota located southeast of the Twin Cities - Waconia High School's Conservation Club has been inspiring students and the community for 18 years, blending outdoor adventures with environmental stewardship. From ice fishing events to cleanups, the club is passionate about connecting kids to nature. One of their most exciting projects this spring is revitalizing a 13-acre forest at Bayview Elementary School, where students will work with forestry experts to restore the space, plant trees, and create better walking trails. The Conservation Club started small with just a handful of students but has grown into a vibrant 180-member group. Full-fledged members earn a school letter at Waconia High. These students take part in activities like hunting, camping, and fossil hunting, all while giving back through cleanups at local lakes and parks. Waconia's strong community support, from donations to volunteers, helps make the club's work possible. If your school wants to make a difference, consider starting an outdoor club! It's a great way to connect students with nature, foster teamwork, and give back to the community. Waconia High School's Conservation Club shows that, with passion and support, great things can grow. OUTDOORS FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS Call or Text your questions, or comments to 305-900-BEND or 305-900-2363 Or email BendRadioShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @thebendshow https://www.facebook.com/thebendshow SUBSCRIBE to The Bend YouTube Channel. Website: TheBendShow.com https://thebendshow.com/ #catchBECifyoucan #tiggerandbec #outdoors #travel #cowboys The Outdoors, Rural America, And Wildlife Conservation are Center-Stage. AND how is that? Because Tigger & BEC… Live This Lifestyle. Learn more about Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com https://tiggerandbec.com/ WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca 'BEC' Wanner are News Broadcasters that represent the Working Ranch world, Rodeo, and the Western Way of Life as well as advocate for the Outdoors and Wildlife Conservation. Outdoorsmen themselves, this duo strives to provide the hunter, adventurer, cowboy, cowgirl, rancher and/or successful farmer, and anyone interested in agriculture with the knowledge, education, and tools needed to bring high-quality beef and the wild game harvested to your table for dinner. They understand the importance in sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of our labor and fish from our adventures, and learning to understand the importance of making memories in the outdoors. Appreciate God's Country. United together, this duo offers a glimpse into and speaks about what life truly is like at the end of dirt roads and off the beaten path. Tigger & BEC look forward to hearing from you, answering your questions and sharing in the journey of making your life a success story. Adventure Awaits Around The Bend.

Dive into another episode about the benefits of automating your business with today's guests, Dan Hellmann and Jim Sanborn! Dan and Jim highlight how their partnership enables carriers to offer competitive and accessible pricing solutions, the growing importance of API pricing among shippers, and the need for brokers to prepare for potential changes in market demand!   About Dan Hellmann With a career spanning 18 years in the transportation and logistics industry, Dan Hellmann is a dynamic and results-driven leader. Currently serving as the Chief Sales Officer at Tabi Connect, he has been at the forefront of the company's success for the past 3.5 years. In this role, Dan leads sales, marketing, account management, and customer success, driving the company's growth and ensuring client satisfaction. Dan is deeply involved in industry associations, serving as a Board Member for the Logistics and Transportation Association of North America (LTNA), an active member of the Young Executive Committee for the Transportation Intermediaries Association, and serves as a Board Member for the Denver Transportation Club.  A true veteran in the brokerage field, Dan Hellmann has accumulated invaluable experience in sales leadership, P&L management, and strategy. His journey includes successfully starting up a brokerage for a former customer, steering it to an impressive $50 million in revenue. Dan brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to industry events. His passion for innovation, strategic thinking, and commitment to excellence make him a compelling voice in the world of transportation and logistics. Website: https://tabiconnect.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hellmann-ctb/  Email: DanH@tabiconnect.com    About Jim Sanborn The Honorable Jim Sanborn is the esteemed Director of Network Marketplaces at e2open, a leading global supply chain software and services provider headquartered in Austin, TX. With a tenure spanning nearly two decades, Jim has been instrumental in fostering robust partnerships with carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics providers, seamlessly integrating technologies to enhance system connectivity and operational efficiencies. In his current role, Jim has championed the adoption of EDI and API integrations for e2open, streamlining processes for rating, spot quotes, communications & billing, and continues to drive forward e2open's commitment to innovation and customer service excellence. Beyond his corporate achievements, Jim has a history of civic engagement. He served as The Honorable Mayor of Waconia, MN, from 2015 to 2019 and has contributed his leadership skills to the School Board and City Council, reflecting his dedication to stewardship & community development. Jim holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Crown College and a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Central Michigan University. He currently resides in Saginaw, Michigan, near where he grew up. Website: https://www.e2open.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpsanbornmi/  Email: jim.sanborn@e2open.com  

Jesus speaks tenderly to His disciples as the shadow of the cross looms ever closer. He reveals the glory of the Father and the Son in His impending sacrifice and offers a new commandment to love one another as He has loved them. Amidst their confusion and fear, He promises the presence of the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, who will guide and sustain them. As Jesus prepares them for His departure, His words radiate with hope, peace, and the assurance that He is the way, the truth, and the life.  The Rev. Bryan Stecker, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia, MN, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study John 13.  The Gospel of John takes us on a journey through the Good News of Jesus in a unique way. It reveals Jesus as the incarnate son of God from eternity.  From His miraculous signs to His profound "I Am" statements, we witness Jesus offering living water to the thirsty, light to those in darkness, and life to the dead. But this is also a story of conflict: Jesus is relentlessly pursued by those who reject Him, yet He willingly goes to the cross, showing the depths of God's love. As we travel from His first miracle to His ultimate victory over death, John invites us to see and believe—that in Jesus, we find eternal life and the very presence of God among us. Connect to God's revealing Word in this series that uncovers the rich, layered truths of John's Gospel and the unshakable hope it offers.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Jesus reveals the profound unity between Himself and God the Father. He explains that He does nothing on His own but only what He sees the Father doing, reflecting a perfect harmony in their divine work. Jesus asserts that the Father has entrusted Him with the authority to give life and to judge all humanity, highlighting that honoring the Son is inseparable from honoring the Father. He prophesies a future resurrection where the faithful will rise to eternal life, while those who have done evil will face judgment. To affirm His divine mission, Jesus points to multiple witnesses: the testimony of John the Baptist, the miraculous works He performs, the sacred Scriptures, and the direct testimony of God Himself. Through these, He urges the people to believe in Him, for in Him lies the promise of eternal life. The Rev. Bryan Stecker, pastor at Trinity Lutheran in Waconia, MN, joins guest host Rev. David Boisclair to study John 5:19-47. The Gospel of John takes us on a journey through the Good News of Jesus in a unique way. It reveals Jesus as the incarnate son of God from eternity.  From His miraculous signs to His profound "I Am" statements, we witness Jesus offering living water to the thirsty, light to those in darkness, and life to the dead. But this is also a story of conflict: Jesus is relentlessly pursued by those who reject Him, yet He willingly goes to the cross, showing the depths of God's love. As we travel from His first miracle to His ultimate victory over death, John invites us to see and believe—that in Jesus, we find eternal life and the very presence of God among us. Connect to God's revealing Word in this series that uncovers the rich, layered truths of John's Gospel and the unshakable hope it offers.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Minneapolis will be the center of elite gymnastics. Target Center is host to the USA Olympic Gymnastics Trials this weekend. All eyes will be on St. Paul native Suni Lee and Waconia native Shane Wiskus. And of course Simone Biles will be on the mat too.Minnesota has started to make a name for itself when it comes to producing Olympic gymnasts. Part of that is thanks to the elite gym, Twin City Twisters in Champlin. They are responsible for training Olympic medalist Grace McCallum and world champions Maggie Nichols and Lexi Zeiss. And there are some young athletes that could be the next Minnesota natives to be on the Olympic stage. Maliha Tressel is a Junior Elite gymnast who trains with Twin City Twisters. She joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the upcoming trials and what it takes to compete at a high level.

Show Date: 6/18/24 Dan and Andy welcome Ronnie Olson to the show for a BONUS episode. The 37 year-old veteran, was a member of the 2011 Waconia team that finished runner-up at state losing to Isanti 4-3 in 13 innings that year. We do a mid-season check in on the Waconia Lakers and how they are doing in '24. The Lakers are one of 16 team in the Crow River Valley League in Minnesota town ball. We discuss the team, the new additions, and preview the Region 7C tournament. Ronnie gives us a glimpse into the future, with a look at what 2025 might bring to the league. Sports and Songs Podcast Links: https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1 https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1 https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/ https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsandsongs/message

The DFL is in its second year of control of the House, Senate and governor's office. Over the last four months, the DFL passed a rideshare ordinance, a bill on gun restrictions with a tougher penalty for “straw purchasers” and various cannabis resolutions. But there's also a list of bills that didn't pass from an equal rights amendment to sports betting bill and a construction projects plan.MPR News host Brian Bakst talked to Gov. Tim Walz about his take on the 2024 legislative Session. Later, the Republican perspective on this year's session with Sen. Julia Coleman of Waconia and the assistant minority leader in the Minnesota Senate.  Plus, MPR Capitol reporters Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters told us more about what got done at the Capitol this year, what got left behind and what it means for the campaign already under way.  

Guys, can you leave Jared McCain and his love of nail polish alone? The oatzempic challenge is taking over TikTok -- we wonder why don't you just eat oatmeal? There's a new ordinance in Waconia that requires outdoor cats on leashes, and there's a new "Suits" podcast we're very interested in listening to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guys, can you leave Jared McCain and his love of nail polish alone? The oatzempic challenge is taking over TikTok -- we wonder why don't you just eat oatmeal? There's a new ordinance in Waconia that requires outdoor cats on leashes, and there's a new "Suits" podcast we're very interested in listening to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The rundown includes the top stories of the day including an update to the latest standoff in Burnsville, Trump posts the requisite bond in his New York fraud case and Waconia makes a decision on an ordinance that leaves people scratching their heads. State representative Walter Hudson joins us as well for a lengthy conversation on what's going on in session down at the state legislature.

@wrestlingminded Kelli Katherman joins us as we talk about all things wrestling. You don't want to miss this episode. Kelli Katherman is a wrestling mom, wife and avid wrestling advocate on a mission to inspire young wrestlers, their parents, coaches and the wrestling community to love the process before the podium. By encouraging a shift towards valuing improvement and progress and teaching how to navigate the emotional and mental aspects of the sport, she believes athletics can be a true source of fulfillment and joy enriching the lives of young athletes today and in their futures.Growing up with a wrestling dad, marrying her wrestling coach husband and now a mom of two wrestlers, Kelli's passion for the sport has exponentially multiplied! Having been a collegiate volleyball athlete and a collegiate and high school volleyball coach herself, she understands the profound impact that sport has in life. But, she never imagined how passionate she would become about the sport of wrestling until she experienced first-hand the amazing grind, skills it instills, accountability it offers, the lives it prepares and the people it connects. From Folkstyle to Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, her family does it all! Kelli lives in Waconia, Minnesota with her husband Jeff, their 2 boys ages 17 and 13 and their family Cavapoo dog Rocky who was the inspiration for the book. All her links are below: Wrestling Minded Website: https://wrestlingminded.com Wrestling Minded Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestling.minded.co/ Wrestling Minded Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestling.minded Rocky the Wrestling Dog Website: https://rockythewrestlingdogbooks.com/ Rocky the Wrestling Dog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockythewrestlingdog Rocky the Wrestling Dog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockythewrestlingdog/ I Really Want to Win with Rocky the Wrestling Dog Storybook/Ebook/Hardcover: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP78DRF5 Rocky the Wrestling Dog Coloring & Activity Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPXRFG53  Our Links: Website: https://www.wrestlingwivespod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingwivespod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wrestlingwivespodcast X: https://twitter.com/wrestlingwives_ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlingwivespodcast  Merch: https://www.wrestlingwivespod.com/category/all-products Talk With Us: https://www.wrestlingwivespod.com/contact-8   

Have you ever read one of those signs like, “We serve only the finest wines in our home. What did you bring?” Well, did you know that you can answer that question by saying “An award-winning wine from a Catholic family in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis”? It may not flow off the tongue like California or Spain, but it's true.  Isaac Savaryn, viticulturist for Sovereign Estate Winery in Waconia, joined host Patrick Conley to talk about how his family got into the winemaking business and how their Catholic identity plays a huge role in their award-winning wines. Use promo code CATHOLIC on your next purchase from the Sovereign Estate winery online store! Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Direct social media links: Facebook Instagram YouTube

We chatted with Kip Kovar of the Herald-Journal for Wright County about the 100th Amatuer Townball state tournament taking place in four towns this weekend and runs for three weekends in Delano, Dassel, Litchfield and Waconia. 

Teachers are an important part of how all of us grow and learn, but many of them are struggling.A state report suggests that the majority of districts in Minnesota are significantly or very impacted by the teacher shortage and believe the availability of teachers has decreased compared to five years ago. And, nearly a third of new teachers leave teaching within the first five years in the profession.MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with a current teacher and a former educator and burnout coach about how to better support teachers. Guests Jasman Myers is a special education teacher of third and fourth grade students at Carver Elementary School in Maplewood, Minn. She previously taught five years of secondary instruction at Tartan High in Oakdale, Minn., and four years with St. Paul Public Schools.Marnie Pauly is a burnout coach based in Waconia, Minn. She's a former teacher and principal in Watertown, Minn. Andrew Skirka is in his ninth year as an elementary school teacher, starting this fall as a second grade teacher at Oxbow Elementary in the Anoka-Hennepin School District. He's also a mentor in Education Minnesota's BRAVE program, which works to reduce the number of early career teachers who leave the profession.  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.   

Our latest guest on The Craft Spirits Podcast is Gina Holman, the president of the American Craft Spirits Association. She is also a founding partner of J. Carver Distillery in Waconia, Minnesota; an ISG certified sommelier; and the vice president of the Minnesota Distillers Guild. In this episode, Holman discusses her start in the spirits industry, the origins of J. Carver Distillery, the evolution of American craft spirits, her priorities as president of ACSA, what drives her to volunteer, and much more.

Greg James runs the Iron Tap, The Main Scoop, and Bode Grays in Waconia. He joined Jason for DeRusha Eats

Hour 2: Jason talked with Greg James who owns several eateries in Waconia about the growing scene in that town. Then he talked to AJ Perez from Front Office Sports about his article on an alleged "toxic" culture under PJ Fleck

Join us on this episode of Unscripted with IMF as we dive into an important topic: Soul Care and Boundaries in ministry leadership. Our guest speaker, Anna Brant, brings her wealth of experience and expertise to shed light on  prioritizing your own well-being while effectively leading and serving others. Anna Brant's journey in ministry first began at Freshwater, where she served in various roles such as Women's ministry, greeting, and kids ministry after first attending in 2005. Over time, she emerged as a leader and underwent training through Pastoral Leadership Institute, further solidifying her passion for full-time ministry.Currently, Anna serves as a licensed pastor for adult ministries and is on staff as the Discipleship Pastor at Freshwater Church in Waconia, MN. She not only ministers to the church community but also mentors leaders and ministers, providing them with guidance and support for maintaining a healthy balance of physical, spiritual, and mental health practices. In this episode, Anna will delve into the significance of soul care, emphasizing the importance of setting healthy boundaries in ministry leadership. She will share practical insights, personal experiences, and valuable advice for keeping a healthy pace around soul care and boundaries while serving others in ministry leadership. Checkout Anna Brant's website here: https://mamadaviab.wixsite.com/annabrant

It's Pride Month and I start with a historical overview of how June came to be the month of Pride. The Big Interview is with Sarah Hempel, a married lesbian mother of twins who, along with a straight cisgender ally, started a LGBTQIA+ social group in Waconia, MN. In my C-Block, I talk about my…

This week, as we discuss how God has called us to be His witnesses here, near, and far, we get to hear from Dee McDonald. Dee and his family are preparing to launch JOY Church in Waconia, MN.

Retired science teacher Ellen Fahey says art galleries are her refuge, and she's gone three times to see Peyton Scott Russell's retrospective exhibition at the White Bear Center for the Arts. The show features 40 years of Russell's work, from elementary school through today. A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Russell is perhaps best known for his murals, including one painted in 2020 of George Floyd, entitled “Icon of a Revolution.” The exhibit features that work as well as examples of Peyton's Graffiti art, stenciling, jean jackets and sculpture. The exhibit runs through March 3, with an open house March 2 at 6:30 p.m. Jendayi ‘Jedi Maji' Berry of Minneapolis loved creating abstracts to live music back in September as part of MacPhail's Spotlight Series: Musical Explorations in Spectral Colors. He strongly recommends seeing the next installment of the series, “Translucent Beauty” Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Antonello Hall in Minneapolis. This performance will feature visual art and short films of Eyenga Bokamba, created and projected in response to live music that includes Bach's Suite for solo cello No. 5 and “electronic soundscapes". Berry says it's exciting to experience the two art forms combined and speaking to one another in a live setting. Your Classical MPR is a media sponsor for this series. Writer Dave Walbridge from St. Paul suggests keeping your eyes open for a Free Little Art Gallery. Like the Little Free Libraries, anyone can set up a box to house a miniature art gallery. People may simply take in the art, or take a piece they enjoy. And as with Little Free Libraries, artists may leave work in the galleries. The movement began in Seattle and has spread across the world, inside art galleries and community centers as well as outside. In Minnesota, Free Little Art Galleries have popped up in and around St. Paul as well as Duluth, Willmar, Waconia and Hawley, a town east of Fargo. Writer Tyler Tork of Plymouth, Minn. has come up with an online map of Free Little Art Galleries.

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The Star Tribune recently ran a story about a 10-year-old boy who has spent the past seven months in the emergency room at Ridgeview Hospital in Waconia. Since he has special needs and can be violent, officials say placing him in a permanent home is challenging. Emergency rooms are required to care for everyone, so these children are being dumped in hospitals large and small across the state and country. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer sat down with Hoang Murphy, the founder and executive director of Foster advocates, an advocacy organization working to improve foster care in Minnesota. They took a more in-depth look at an unfortunate situation becoming more common in foster care. 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.   We attempt to make transcripts for Minnesota Now available the next business day after a broadcast. When ready they will appear here. 

A Star Tribune article told the story of a 10-year-old boy with severe autism and aggression who has been living for seven months in an emergency room in Waconia. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Traci LaLiberte, executive director for the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare at the University of Minnesota, for a more in-depth look at this growing problem in Minnesota. 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.   We attempt to make transcripts for Minnesota Now available the next business day after a broadcast. They will appear here when ready.

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

Steve is LIVE from the State Fair, and his first guest is DNR Conservation Officer Alexander Birdsall from Waconia. Plus, Tim Leighton from the MSHSL details the need for game officials as high school sports return. And there's a hint of cool in the air, Steve talks with Eric Asleson from Metro Manager K&S Heating. This is the time of the year to get your furnace checked. 

Matt Peters joins hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank to discuss tournament bass fishing, life on the road, and lessons learned along the way. Matt, a native of Waconia, Minnesota, is a world-class professional angler with over 20 years of experience guiding and over 15 years of experience in competitive angling.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

Matt Peters joins hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank to discuss tournament bass fishing, life on the road, and lessons learned along the way. Matt, a native of Waconia, Minnesota, is a world-class professional angler with over 20 years of experience guiding and over 15 years of experience in competitive angling.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

On this week's program, Senator Jeff Howe, R-Rockville, highlights the importance of the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program, which was recently extended to provide continued financial assistance to firefighters and first responders who develop job-related illnesses and trauma. Also, Senator Karla Bigham, DFL-Cottage Grove, joins moderator Shannon Loehrke to discuss a new law that establishes a process for restoring mental competency to defendants determined to be unable to participate in their own defense.Finally, Hemp Acres in Waconia, Minnesota, recently celebrated its grand opening of a new hemp processing facility with Governor Tim Walz, as agriculture officials promote a growth industry supplying hemp ingredients for food manufacturing, construction, animal husbandry, supplements, brewing and bioplastics.

For those that are new tolistening to the Pigskin Tales Podcast, thanks for choosing to listen. Iappreciate the fact that you took the time out of your busy day to find outwhat this podcast is all about. Before really get into it, Iwant to take some time to tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Ross and I grew up in a smallfarming community 25 miles south of Fargo, North Dakota. Colfax, is one of theclosest high schools that I attended. Technically it's in the Richland schooldistrict and its comprised of Colfax, Abercrombie, Christine, Galchutt, andBarney. I am part of a family of 3 boysand no sisters. But now that my 2 brothers and I have been married for a while,I can say that I have 2 sisters and a wife. My wife and I don't have anykids of our own, but we've fostered kids within Grand Forks County and sincethat didn't work out to adopt, we have now been looking into adopting from theVillage. The Village is a small company that helps people in many differentways; like financial counseling, adopting children and just counseling ingeneral. Anyway, my older brother lives with his wife and 2 boys in Minneapolisand my younger brother lives in Waconia with his wife and 5 boys.My younger brother just turned40 on the 8th and so, now we're all officially in the 40 and olderclub. I don't know if that's a good thing or bad thing. Maybe we'll just saythat we're all a little older and wiser. Ok, so now that I have that youknow a little bit about me and my family, I want to tell you about thispodcast. First, the easiest and simplest way of explaining what it is, is acollection of stories I have found on ex-NFL players that came from Minnesota.That's what it has evolved into. At first, I just started out analyzingMinnesota Vikings players, news, and games that I watched. Then I decided toresearch the history of the Vikings and try to put it into a biography ofsorts. I was attempting to do my own version of ESPN's 30for30, but that didn'twork out. So really I just wrote the players biography from the internet. Iknow I am not supposed to use Wikipedia, but I used it for some of the researchlinks. And at the end of an episode, I used to say all the links I used. Butthen I decided to shorten things up.Now, what I have been doing issort of the same thing as before, writing a biography about a player, but now Ido it in a short series if I can. Some series have gotten really long; likeErnie Nevers, but I been trying to limit myself to only 4 parts so that itdoesn't get too long. If you have listened to thispodcast in the past and have enjoyed it, please review my work. I have an emailaddress you can send a message to or you can find my profile on Twitter,Instagram, and Facebook. I have attempted to create a You-tube account, buthave not used that as of late, because my computer doesn't seem to want to savemy video work. So I'm working on saving money to buy a new computer. If youwant to send me an email my address is pigskintalespodcast@gmail.com.I also have a patreon accountin which you can support me monetarily. There are membership levels so low thatit only costs you a dollar to support me if you so choose. I am also part ofthe sports history network ran by Arnie Chapman who doubles as host of thepodcast the Football History Dude. His stuff is good too. Take a listen! Hejust made his 200th episode!So there ya have it. A littlebit about the Pigskin Tales Podcast. I hope you enjoyed listening to this and Ihope that you decide to listen to more episodes moving forward.

         Today on HuttCast,   Heartfelt conversation with Anne the wife of Scott Quiner.  In her own words she explains the difficult times the family endured.  See article from KSTP channel 5 in Minneapolis.   A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a woman against Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids to keep her husband on a ventilator.According to the latest court filing, Judge Jennifer Stanfield ruled the temporary restraining order that was filed on Jan. 13 is now dissolved. In addition, the filing states a hearing which had been scheduled for Feb. 13 has been removed from the court calendar.Anne Quiner filed the lawsuit, claiming she did not agree with a Mercy Hospital staff decision to take her husband, Scott Quiner, off a ventilator. Scott Quiner had been diagnosed with COVID-19 last fall and was first hospitalized in Waconia in October. He was then transferred to Mercy Hospital in November.Stanfield granted a restraining order, requiring the hospital to keep Scott Quiner on the ventilator.RELATED: Judge blocks Mercy Hospital from taking COVID-19 patient off ventilator after wife files lawsuitDependable Heating & Cooling Dependable Heating & CoolingExcel Roofing Excel RoofingSUPER FUEL ENERGY DRINK A BLAST OF PREMIUM NATURAL ENERGY! Gene German Certified Firearms Instructor - Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida

Having reproductive rights means having the ability to decide whether and when to have children. This week we talk about why this subject is so important to me, what it means, and the implications of Roe v. Wade possibly being overturned. We're joined by the lovely Emmy Barden, who lives in Los Angeles, California and grew up in Waconia, Minnesota. She's an actor and a writer and I'm so excited for everyone to learn from her. Enjoy!

In this podcast, Edith Nagel Eisinger continues entertaining us with the seventh chapter of her memoirs in Waconia, MN.  Edith Nagel Eisinger, was the wife of Dr. Harold Nagel and nurse in the hospital she talks about in her memoirs. In 1936, the Nagel's founded the first hospital in Waconia - Nagel Hospital - which later became Waconia Hospital, and eventually Ridgeview Medical Center. Enjoy the next chapter of Edith Nagel Eisinger's story.

#TheSotaPod​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Podcast Episode 257

#TheSotaPod​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Podcast Episode 257

Tina Stofferahn of MRCI discusses the many services they offer for people in the community with special needs get trained, develop interpersonal skills, find employment, and continually get educated about a myriad of things. They do amazing work. I have several friends who have family members as clients of MRCI and the work they do changes lives. (I know that can be an overused description but, in this case, it is completely warranted) One thing we discussed is how much work means to all people for dignity and purpose regardless of what limitations one might have. MRCI has been around since the 1950's and started by helping Polio victims and returning veterans. Today they serve individuals with disabilities and disadvantages throughout the state. Tina is a local who grew up here in Eastern Carver County, received her degree in Psychology from Crown College in Waconia and lives here in Chaska. She is a real asset to Carver County. To find out more about MRCI, visit www.mymrci.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/greg-anderson29/message

Rev. Bryan Stecker, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church & School in Waconia, MN, joins Rev. Brady Finnern to study Matthew 13:18-30. Jesus brings us back to the Sermon on the Mount were He says, “You can not serve two masters.” Behind the scenes Satan is working through trials & evil influence to create doubt and eventually loss of faith. By God's grace, He continues to throw His Word to sustain us when we are tempted to serve other masters. The LORD fills us with His promise in Christ, as we live among thorns and evil, to bring us to good soil and be united with Him as we are gathered the last day. “Lord God, sustain us to the end. Guard and keep us from the devil, the world, and our sinful nature, so that by Your power we may overcome evil and win the victory. Lord have mercy. Amen”

Guests who placate.  Knife of comedy.  Green Bay Notre Dame daydreams.  Hey, babe, we did it! We beat ‘em!  High school track coaches have it easy.  Mouth Trauma < Nut Trauma.  Hoboken is your TE gym sock.  Bougey Westside.  RF burnout name dropping.  Lets call a spade a spade – Crossfire let us down.  Insurmountable value of Ribette sandwiches.  Hopkins Hubris almost hurts head honcho.  Sometimes we walk right into the perfect turn of phrase.  The guys playing must have known they were in the Turd Bowl.  Craig Reynolds, CPA.  Hunter Renfrow got tired of f'ing his way around RASL after breaking up with GM Hatteberg.  Moral victories on the East Coast.  Senator GMZ has too manty skeletons in his closet.  Ja'Marr Chase Christmas Season Clearance.  Just a couple irrelevant dudes talking about Tropher.  Crank up the SMUG.  Pop Quiz Santa brings a BONUS question.  It's the little black boot that makes your dreams come true.  CAPITALISM > CHARITY.  Christmas Shoes is an abomination.  Sequels are better than originals, deal with it.  Mr Chicago is a beacon of democracy.  Danboy is apathy who obviously doesn't respect our troops.  FEINDING for that ‘ding ding'.  The mad man, laughing in the rain.  Most heinous example yet of the Commissioner's abuse of power.  ATTICA! ATTICA! ATTICA!  Our Guest knows all about RBs coming into themselves, an expert, you may say.  Knowing the unknown, but not knowing what you know now.  Again, please tell me, WHY ARE THESE HOUSES MADE OF GLASS?!  Hey, guys, it is what it is, and at the end of the day, don't throw rocks.  This drop is for you, Champ.   Schwann's probably does exist, at the edge of humanity in Waconia. 

In this podcast, the Edith Nagel Eisinger's memoirs continues, with the sixth chapter.  Edith Nagel Eisinger, was the wife of Dr. Harold Nagel and nurse in the hospital she talks about in her memoirs. In 1936, the Nagel's founded the first hospital in Waconia - Nagel Hospital - which later became Waconia Hospital, and eventually Ridgeview Medical Center. Enjoy the next chapter of Edith Nagel Eisinger's story.

Stay WILD & up to date in the world of hockey with The Hockey Podcast Network. Every Monday The Hockey Podcast Network offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Minnesota Wild. Podcasts are available at thehockeypodcastnetwork.com or wherever you get your podcasts from. Episode 73: -Hoppy Hour w/ State of Hoppy -Penguins talk w/ Nick Brlansky & Nick Horwat of The Tip of the Iceburgh Podcast -Canucks talk w/ Elijah & Josh of StickInRink Podcast -Wild Post Game w/ 10k Takes boys Make sure you follow The Hockey Podcast Network on Twitter @hockeypodnet as well as your favorite host @TheSotaPod. Show: The Sota Pod Twitter: @ TheSotaPod Host: @VISportsTalk & @stateofhoppy Sponsor: Southern Scholar Promo Code "THPN" for 5$ off southernscholar.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiA…3BoCW2sQAvD_BwE Powered by: CoolHockey CoolHockey.com/THPN PromoCode "THPN" for 30% off Manscapped.com Promo Code “THPN” for 20% off ca.manscaped.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwj…KZ4aAhWkEALw_wcB Find out more at https://the-sota-pod.pinecast.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Final score from the 3A Semifinal: BECKER 96, WACONIA 75

Final score from the 3A Semifinal: BECKER 96, WACONIA 75

Today's guest is John Pohland who teaches high school band in Waconia, MN. I was really excited when John agreed to chat with me about his program. He has taught in Waconia for 12 years and has built something of a powerhouse in terms of participation, excellence, and overall musical culture. John knows how to connect with kids and get them to play their hearts out. He has also been a professional resource for me, especially during my first few years of teaching. John is a master of his craft and as you will hear, extremely humble and down to earth.  Before we get started, I need to mention that today's episode is brought to you by Eargasm Ear Plugs. Accents and marcatos should be musically-energizing not dreadfully painful. If you find yourself needing a break from loud noises, give yourself the permission to wear hearing protection. The trick is to get hearing protection that still allows you to hear the important sounds while reducing those that are invasive and taxing. Enter cost-effective Eargasm earplugs. Their discreet design allows them to be worn without drawing attention to your ears. Each set comes with two different sizes for large and small ear canals. They are easy to remove from your ears and come with an aluminum carrying case that can be clipped to your keychains making them easy to carry with to pep band events or concerts. These earplugs make all frequencies softer - so they do not hinder your ability to interact with what you are hearing from your band, but they do help ensure that you will be able to continue hearing long after rehearsal is over. Use this link in our show notes to purchase your set of Eargasm Earplugs and your purchase will help support The Band Director's Lounge. Check out the company's website to see all of the styles available today. Eargasm Earplugs http://bit.ly/2HBge0T   And now onto my conversation with John Pohland.   Episode Overview Background (02:05) Waconia High School (08:05) “Big Black” Marching Band (17:23) Show Choir & Stage Bands (40:00) Travel Experiences (45:29) Advice to Young Band Directors (49:37) What Makes a Great Band Program? (53:50)   If you like what you heard today consider heading over to TheBandDirectorsLounge.com and use our affiliate links to purchase some of the books mentioned in the show, sign up for a free trial with Audible, or pick up a set of Eargasm Earplugs ( http://bit.ly/2HBge0T). Your purchases through these links help offset some of the costs of recording, producing, and hosting this show. Thanks again for tuning in, I will see you back here next time in The Band Director's Lounge.   Other Resources John Pohland (Guest) Logan Burnside (Show Host) http://thebanddirectorslounge.com (Podcast Website) https://www.facebook.com/TheBandDirectorsLounge/ (FB Website) Grand Symphonic Winds Support The Band Director's Lounge   Eargasam Earplugs (http://bit.ly/2HBge0T) Audible - 30 days free + 2 free books (https://amzn.to/2WToqS2 ) Donate to support the podcast (paypal.me/pools/c/8dpQAkgwuQ)    

An Italian filmmaker drives across the country looking for his vision of America.

On the debut episode of the Makers of Minnesota podcast, host Stephanie Hansen sits down with Gina Holman, founding partner of J. Carver Distillery -- a grain to glass micro-distillery located in Waconia, and makers of J Carver Spirits. Stephanie Hansen pulls back the curtain to find out how Gina helped grow this company.Support the showFollow the Makers of Minnesota on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @MakersofMN. Send story ideas to Stephanie@stephaniesdish.com If you appreciate the work we do here, please subscribe on Patreon Please subscribe to My newsletter at https://stephaniehansen.substack.com/ so you don't miss an epiosde of the Makers of Minnesota This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stephaniehansen.substack.com/subscribe