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Eau Claire Hometown Media
What is going on in my hometown? Our podcast looks at a wide range of topics in Eau Claire and Western Wisconsin. New shows daily covering everything from News, Sports, Entertainment, Family, Dogs, Comedy, Health and More. Hosted by a variety of newsmakers in the Chippewa Valley. National items are explored with a local perspective. This is the place to go beyond the headlines and hear what people in town are really doing. We celebrate the First Amendment by hearing from all sides. If you are…
Episodes
Eau Claire Hometown MediaCoffee at the Cottage #100: Jody Kromrey
Born and raised in Menomonie, Jody Kromrey is a local girland business owner with perspective, knowledge and valuable opinions on the community. We learn how…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaHot Dish and Headliners #20: SLANT's Stories
This is a nice, relaxing episode of Hot Dish & Headliners featuring Michael "Slant" Hucek, Sound Engineer and drummer of many local bands! Slant shares tons of…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaRailroaders Live #21: Volleyball
Volleyball is one of the fastest growing sports, but inAltoona, its had a long history of success. Head Coach Kasandra Springer and senior outside hitter…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaThe Kitchen Sink w/ Feed My People #51: Agnes Table
The Executive Director of Agnes Table in Chippewa Falls,Paula Gregory, visits to discuss serving the community in Chippewa. This is an organization that does…
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10/1 Talk of the Town
Scott tells the story of the time he lost out to a WICKEN !?!?!
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBanker with a Beer: Screwdrivers, Spirits and Sirloins!
Screwdrivers, Spirits and Sirloins! Joel Jacobson is an entrepreneur in the area with a number of ventures including the area’s Ace Hardwares, Jacobson’s…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaMack Chat #89: Catholic Liberal Arts
What is a Catholic Liberal Arts education and how does this is play out in practice in the classroom? When many hear theterm “liberal” they immediately think…
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Coffee at the Cottage #80: Data Centers and Environment
Note: Show Originally Dropped September 2025 The proposed data center remains front and center in Menomonie. Many of the concerns voiced have been societal and…
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9/29 Talk of the Town
The Pablo haters are only spitting in the wind now, and the Elk Mound Police dismantling controversy.
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/28 Chippewa Valley Sports Watch presented by Toycen Ford
Blugolds football readies for what Scott calls its most consequential game in a generation...also, why a recent incident at a local high school football game…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/28 Marcon Unleashed
On this episode of Marc-On Unleashed, Dan shares his thoughts on the ongoing conversation about keeping or getting rid of the police force in Elk Mound…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/26 Let the Kids Play
The NFL's storylines are being revised and fine-tuned as the season has reached Week 3. The Packers are in trouble, Vikings surprising and the…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBeyond the Stage w/ The Pablo Center #27: Answering the Community's Questions
With the Pablo Center entering its 9th season, what are some of the questions the community has about the facility and the upcoming schedule. Kathy Wright…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBrains and Beers Game Show #14: The Pablo vs. Feed My People
Its the Chippewa Valley's Game Show! Hosted by The Phoenix Taproom and Kitchen, listen to this month's episode to see which of our celebrity guests comes out…
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9/24 Talk of the Town
A local controversial leader retires while another local gets ready to hit the world stage!
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBanker with a Beer: Bookkeeping and Acai Bowls
Mike Peterson left corporate life a few years ago and movedback to the Chippewa Valley to start a variety of businesses, including his own accounting business…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaEduCast #61: Making Inclusion Meaningful
A focal point for schools, including Altoona, is making sureevery student feels like they belong and has the opportunity to learn alongside their peers. This…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaThe Living Gallery w/ Heyde Center #9: Rustbelt Soul
Writing original music and putting shows was the root of thecreation of the group Harlem Hayfield. However, passion and talent alone don’t make for viable…
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9/22 Talk of the Town
Scott reviews a comedy show he saw at the Pablo, including a very awkward moment that took place. Also, yet another delay to a controversial project and the…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaMack Chat #87: New School Year, New School Faces
A new school year brings new faces, including with the MACS. Molly introduces us to Megan Mai, the new principal at St. Charles Borromeo Preschool and Primary…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaProperty Shoppe Sisters #2: Changes and New Beginnings
While on the podcast’s debut, Amber and Shannyn talked about their childhood memories and young adulthood, here they roll into how they transitioned into…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/21 Marcon Unleashed
On this episode of Marc-On Unleashed, host Dan gives an update on what’s new at Marc-On and shares what listeners can look forward to in the coming weeks. He…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaHonestly Wholistic #2: Mold in Homes and its Effects
Have you heard of household mold affecting your body? Pull up a chair to Becky Witt at Wholistic Nutrition as she brings in Jake and Lauren Larsen from Arrow…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/19 Let the Kids Play
The MLB postseason nears and the races are on. Derek fills us in.
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBoard by Board w/ Randi #9: Job Changes, Divorce and Busy Life Not Slowing This Local Woman Down
Balancing a busy home as a mother with a demanding career in a lifestyle many locals can relate too. Anna Smugala is a nurse practitioner at Western Wisconsin…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaCoffee at the Cottage #99: Representative Clint Moses
The fact one can’t duck the abundance of ads is atelltale sign election season is upon us. Longtime 92nd State House Representative Clint Moses faces a…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaHot Dish and Headliners #19: Nebula Fest
This episode of Hot Dish & Headliners welcomes Jeremy Goss for a conversation about Nebula Fest and the important cause behind the festival. Jeremy shares how…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaRailroaders Live #20: 2026 Update from AD Andrew Caudill
With Fall Sports rolling along, we catch up with AthleticDirector Andrew Caudill as he embarks on his third year in his position. He updates us on the latest…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaThe Kitchen Sink w/ Feed My People #50 - Those with Lived Experiences Helping to Guide
Being evicted multiple times in her younger days, and havingbeen homeless, Mara Langreck knew she could turn a negative personal experience into positive…
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9/17 Talk of the Town
A local gets her big break with SNL, and Scott tells a story about the time he was the "food police" at Carson Park.
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBanker with a Beer: The State of Local School Sports
Youth and high school sports play a vital role in childhood development and for communities as a whole. We bring on Andrew Caudill, the athletic director at…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaMack Chat #88: The History of MACS and More
MACS has history that traces back to 1882and over the years, the school itself is soaked into the fabric of the community. Molly is joined by Jarrod Showalter…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaAt the Table w/ Mancinos #5: Game Day Fun with the Blugolds
A new season of UW-Eau Claire Blugold athletics are here andMarketing & Promotions Coordinator Clare Hohman is on this month. We learn what it takes to market…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaFair Talk #62: 2026 Chippewa Valley Quilt Show
Get ready for a weekend filled with creativity, a splash of color and incredible craftmanship. The annual Chippewa ValleyQuilt Show returns to the Northern…
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9/15 Talk of the Town
Issues continue with local school funding, plus a new acting school has opened and a downtown business shows its creativity.
Eau Claire Hometown MediaDose of Dog #135: Introducing Dog and Baby
Adding a baby to the family is one of life’s biggest and most exciting changes , but what does your four-legged family member think about it? Dawn Olson with…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaFair Talk #61: 2026 Oktoberfest
Dust off the lederhosen, warm up the polka moves andpractice your best “PROST!” Oktoberfest returns to the fairgrounds Sept. 18 & 19 andBuddy and Jaynee…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/14 Chippewa Valley Sports Watch presented by Toycen Ford
With a new year of UWEC Athletics and local high school sports upon us, it gives the community a chance to dream of the "big time" events we "could" experience…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/14 Marcon Unleashed
Dan takes time to reflect on September 11th and why remembering that day still matters. He talks about the incredible sense of togetherness that followed 9/11…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/12 Let the Kids Play
The NFL Season gets going in full bloom on Sunday and Derek gives us a taste of what to expect.
Eau Claire Hometown MediaCoffee at the Cottage #98: Blaine Halverson and Data Center Education
Emilie is back on her show and picks up by diving deeperinto the data center discussion that has become a rising issue across the entire state. She brings on…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaHot Dish and Headliners #17: Nostalgia Tour in Green Bay
The boys from Shovelhead head to Green Bay to shoot a promo with SJ Photography and Videography at the WARDEN headquarters. Nick is reunited with his old…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaOff the Ropes w/Showtime Wrestling #6: Wrestling on Main Street
This month we recap Showtime’s event at Boyceville'sCucumber Festival, complete with one of the circuit’s largest and most engaged crowds ever. What was it…
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9/10 Talk of the Town
New Talk of the Town- A circus is at the Mall, but didn't we just build a multi-million dollar facility for this?!?!- Unsolicited advice from an independent…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaChippewa Chats #31: Manufacturing Booming in Chippewa
Started in 2014, Precision Die Systems has grown to over a dozen employees manufacturing custom dies that play a role in many of the items we utilize daily…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaMoney Donuts: Making a Difference with the RCU Foundation
In this episode of Money Donuts, Steve sits down with John, Jen, and Melanie to explore the story behind the RCU Foundation and the incredible impact it's…
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9/8 Talk of the Town
- Why the 7-Brew Traffic Jam from Monday is a good reason to enact Scott's wish- Altoona ditches controversial cameras - A sad day for local parents- And…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaThe Property Shoppe Sisters Podcast #1 - Childhood Memories
The debut of this new podcast introduces us to Amber andShannyn, sisters who work together in local real estate. However, their story goes beyond The Property…
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/7 Marcon Unleashed
Marc-On Shooting Range, shares a quick update on what’s been happening in his life. He’s heading out for a weekend vacation with his wife, but before he goes…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaLocal Cents w/ Pillar Bank #61: Social Media Marketing
On this episode, the team at Pillar Bank shines light on the ways they utilize social media to market what is happening and to engage with the community.
Eau Claire Hometown Media9/5 Let the Kids Play
Its September and the MLB Playoff races, and the fortunes of the Milwaukee Brewers, are more in focus.
Eau Claire Hometown MediaRailroaders Live #19: Kickin It with Altoona Boy's Soccer
We’re on the pitch discussing the Altoona boy’s soccer teamwith head coach Jeremy Gilbert. One of the district’s growing sports, the team has seen both its…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaThe Kitchen Sink w/ Feed My People #49 - Feeding Wisconsin
Our friends Brit and Susie bring back Jackie Anderson withFeeding Wisconsin for a conversation about tackling hunger in our state. The Feeding Wisconsin…
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9/3 Talk of the Town
The City of Eau Claire is getting the shaft...a disturbing incident at a local school...downtown businesses clapping back on paid parking...and Scott admits he…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBanker with a Beer: The Furnace of Economic Growth in Wisconsin Communities
Community Banks remain a central role in communities across Wisconsin and Rose Oswald-Poels, the President of the Wisconsin Bankers Association joins the…
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9/1 Talk of the Town
Some area leaders are looking to make a significant change to local television. We discuss that and more on the newest Talk of the Town
Eau Claire Hometown MediaDose of Dog #134 - That First Month with Your Puppy
A new puppy is an exciting and adorable time, but can be overwhelming too. In this episode, Heather shares helpful tips for surviving-and enjoying- that first…
Eau Claire Hometown Media8/31 Marcon Unleashed
This week we talk about store promotions with local business memberships, a transition between seasons and Trump’s recent act to rename Lake Ontario to Lake of…
Eau Claire Hometown Media8/29 Let the Kids Play Sports Podcast
The podcast is back for another year, catching up on the summer that has been and the races to come in the MLB. Plus, thoughts on the NFL's decision to nix the…
Eau Claire Hometown MediaBusiness Matters w/ Eau Claire Chamber #11: Baseball as a Business in Eau Claire
Sit down and talk about the business of baseball with Jake Horan, General Manager of the Eau Claire Express and Lorance Uwinaza, Business Engagement and Young…