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WIZM - La Crosse Talk Interviews
WIZM's LaCrosse Talk. News and talk about the issues of the day for Western Wisconsin.
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WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMinnesota Marine Art Museum Fall Event
The Minnesota art Museum is hosting a Fall weekend October 2-4th. The weekend invites visitors to experience three new exhibitions through conversation…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMuch ado about something at UW-L Theater
Greg Parmeter and Anna Wooden on LaCrosseTalk discuss the upcoming season, costume design Ebenezer Scrooge and theater. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsPickles and Peanut butter provide a taste of what CMN does for local Families
Local kids. Local families and local impact. Every gift helps Children's Miracle Networks support kids from right here in our community. Angie Everson and…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsGiant Spider Invasion will take over the big screen in La Crosse
Movie with Wisconsin ties will be part of a spooky event at the Rivoli theater in October. Listen to the interview to find out more about giant Arachnids. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSome good advice from Del's Service Center about car alignment
Advice to help keep your car riding smoothly as Potholes appear with colder temperatures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUW-L Spotlight events begin next month and run all year
Lisa Klein and Meridith Thomsen from University of Wisconsin La Crosse discussed the Spotlight series on W-I-Z-M LaCrosseTalk with host Sean Dwyer. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsGirl Scouts Alumni event planned for October
2026 marks unforgettable years of adventure friendship and growth at camp Ehawee. For generations, Camp Ehawee has been treasured part of the Girl Scout…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsEagle Center has Fall in site
Ed Hahn talks to Sean Dwyer about the Fall agenda at the Wabasha Eagle Center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsThe Polka Princess is Part of Music Friday on W-I-Z-M
Polka fans are celebrating the “Polka Princess” Mollie Busta this week. The Minnesota‑born multi‑instrumentalist best known for hosting the Mollie…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsApril Carlson is running for La Crescent's Mayor office
April Carlson spoke to LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about the reasons she is running for Mayor and what she appreciates about her hometown. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMapleleaf Parade Marshall 2026
Mapleleaf parade Marshall Doug Billings talks about the history pageantry and fun of the Annual Fall Festival event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFestmaster 2026 Jon Erickson interviewed at Senior Breakfast
Jon Erickson owner of the local Restaurant Freighthouse now has a feather in his cap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk Interviews2 Brothers + 1 Senior Breakfast + music equals Gemutlichkeit
What do you do when your little brother is recognized as Mr. Oktoberfest? You sing about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsOutstanding Volunteer Oktoberfest 2026
Outstanding Volunteer and long time music man Terry Sebranek appeared on LaCrosseTalk with Sean Dwyer to talk about the soundtrack of Oktoberfest. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMiss Oktoberfest 2026
This year’s Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest is Jenna Martin, a student at UW-La Crosse. Martin was one of 13 contestants competing for the title. Speaking…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSponsors help make Senior Breakfast happen
Sponsors help make Senior breakfast happen. Hear why Mary Szafran of Altra and Rick Teska of Strive participate and make a difference. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTalking Oktoberfest moderation and health study at Emplify Health
Katie Young Population Health and Clinic Manager talks about safe practices and the six pillars of health on W-I-Z-M LaCrosseTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsA safe Oktoberfest celebration is focus of La Crosse Police Dept.
It is all hands on deck for the local police department as Oktoberfest begins in La Crosse. Captain Avrie Schott discusses how the department prepares and…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSustainability Institute works to create local sustainability efforts
The institute is a 501c in the the greater La Crosse region that works to create a positive vision of sustainability efforts. Director of Programming Casey…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTomah Health Hospice & Palliative Care recognized for quality of care
Amanda Burkhalter discusses Tomah Health Hospice and Palliative with LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHolmen High School Principal talks about all things Vikings
Holmen High School Principal Wayne Sackett talks about Academics, Athletics and A.I. on LaCrosseTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFestmaster Brent Smith talks about Oktoberfest and Gemutlichkeit
La Crosse’s Oktoberfest returns this weekend, bringing one of the city’s biggest annual celebrations back to the Southside Festgrounds. Organizers…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsA weather talk as we begin the Fall Season
National Weather Service's Meteorologist Kevin Scow talks about the summer season and what will impact Fall and Winter weather in the coulee region. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAdult & Teen Challenge Fundraiser
Andrew Dahl and Kevin Shayler, the CEO of the Adult and Teen Challenge share what happens with the people who come to the program to get free from addiction…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLADCO event looks at innovation and investing
Vicki Markussen talks with Kevin Millard on La Crosse Talk today about an upcoming program called Ignite Innovation. It discusses ways to take ideas and bring…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLeague of Women Voters event looks at state referendum questions
With plenty of high-profile races on the ballot in November, voters may not be giving much notice to the three constitutional amendments appearing before them…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTurned Leaf Family Festival offers alternative to Oktoberfest
The Turned Leaf Family Festival at Myrick Park on Saturday September 26 provides a substance free celebration of Oktoberfest. Rita Von Haden, the executive…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsConfluence encore proves they are Reeling in the Years
Confluence returns to the LaCrosseTalk studio to perform live for Music Friday. Give it a listen, be impressed and make sure you share. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsGreat Rivers United Way Annual Campaign
Great River United Way is kicking off its annual fundraising campaign, and organizers say the need across the Coulee Region is higher than ever. The nonprofit…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAn update on Homelessness in La Crosse
Three women involved in improving homeless lives and working together to lower homeless numbers, Molly McCormick La Crosse Fire Department, Quinn Devlin…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsConstitution Day events focus on Rule of the Law and 2026 Election
Two former Federal appellate Judges are in La Crosse bringing an important message about the rule of law, the judicial system and election integrity for…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsPumphouse is set to Pump up the Jam
Records, Retro Grooves and Feel Good favorites are all part of pump up the jam dance party. Colin Thelen talks with LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer about the…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsA look back at this year's Moon Tunes and history
A look back at this year's Moon Tunes and a look forward to planning for 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLaCrosseTalk interview with attorney Keith Belzer
Keith Belzer is a nationally recognized attorney known for his expertise in trial advocacy and his dedication to defending the rights of individuals accused of…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsDave Marck talks about music concert and family history
Dave Marck and friends present "Jazz Goes to the Movies" a celebration of music and fiLl. He explains the details and history with Sean Dwyer on W-I-Z-M. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUW Board of Regents Approves 2027-29 budget request
Dr. Ashok Rai is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Prevea Health – a physician-led, physician-owned multispecialty health care provider. He is…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsRose Jewelers has long history in Downtown La Crosse
If you walk down Main street in downtown La Crosse you'll find one of the city's oldest family businesses still shining bright. Rose Jewelers founded back in…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsNorthstar offers a unique approach to fitness for adults 40, 50 and beyond.
NorthStar Fitness is a different from a traditional big-box gym or fitness boot camp. The team is made up of of degreed Exercise Science professionals and…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAccreditation for local Psychiatry residency program
Emplify Health by Gundersen announces adding Psychiatry to its list of residency programs. Dr. Benjamin Jarman joined LaCrosseTalk to discuss how the program…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsStar Center brings healthy options to people facing disability
Ben Hein talks about La Crosse's Star Center mission and programming on LaCrosseTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse Are Suicide Preventative Initiative
The La Crosse Initiative is hosting the 2026 summit on Wednesday September 16th at UW-La Crosse Student Union. Deb Mahr joined LaCrosseTalk to discuss the…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsIt took 25 years for this Story to be Told
Just days before the attacks of September 11th, two married couples from the Midwest were busy pulling off a lighthearted surprise. They’d planned a…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsRemembering local coverage of September 11th
Taking a look back 25 years later to how local news coverage evolved as the tragedy unfolded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHow does your Garden Grow?
Gardening expert, TV host, author and columnist Melinda Myers joined LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer to talk about fall harvesting, Mums, Invasive Plants and…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsChaseburg Area Cancer Walk
The annual Chaseburg area Cancer Walk takes place Saturday September 12th. The event begins at 11 am and runs all day with a variety of events including food…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFormer ABC Nightline reporter talks about 9-11
Chris Bury is an American journalist best known for being a correspondent at ABC Nightline. Bury was also a national correspondent based in Chicago for World…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSupreme Court Justice Dallet talks about jury duty in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Frank Dallet talks about why jury service matters, the role jurors play in our democracy, and why their service…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsOklahoma City Bombing survivor tells story of hope inspiration and change
Thirty years after the Oklahoma City bombing, survivor Amy Downs is still sharing the moment that changed her life. Downs was a 28‑year‑old credit union…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLocal High School students create SEHAT
Six local high school students returned to school this fall with a unique summer story. They ran a nonprofit they created themselves to help people find…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsThe Mighty River Art Studio Tour
Opportunity to Explore the creativity of the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAARP Foundation Tax-Aide Volunteer Recruitment
AARP Foundation is the independent charitable affiliate of AARP. The mission is to end senior and support vulnerable older adults over 50. Last tax season the…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsU.S.A. Cycling Gravel Grand National Championship
The U.S.A. Cycling Gravel National Championships, locally Championed by Explore Minnesota and Medalist Sports is coming to La Crescent, MN on September 12…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsChief Judge Scott Horne talks about local judicial issues and changes
Chief Judge Scott Horne talks about changes in the justice system, juror comprehension, sentencing, bond decisions and improving fairness when possible. Mr…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLocal EMT say 9-11 was a watershed moment locally and nationally
Tom Tornstrom and Karla Keppler spoke on LaCrosseTalk about remembering September 11th and how services have changed since that national tragedy. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMaroon Tunes changes the name but hits all the right notes
It will be a Maroon Tune evening at Riverside Park Thursday evening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSteppin Out in Pink is this weekend
You can still donate and participate in this weekend's Steppin Out in Pink. Olivia Moths spoke to Kevin Millard on LaCrosseTalk about the upcoming event. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsStory Telling Festival will feature some 9-11 memories
The Story Telling festival has a long history in La Crosse and that's no tall tale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMusic Friday features members of the Screaming Eagles
Cam Steffen plays the trombone and Jacob Bechel plays the saxophone, they both play for the Screaming Eagles Marching band. The two joined fellow band members…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsWhy is September the worst performing month for the Stock Market?
Brett Sebion of Emerj 360 a part of Trust Point spoke on LaCrosseTalk with host Sean Dwyer about the reasons and history of the month and the market. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLabor Day Parade and Fest 2026 La Crosse
On September 7, the Coulee Region will once again celebrate Labor Day. AFL-CIO President Mike Davis talked to LaCrosseTalk Host Sean Dwyer about plans for this…