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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 InterviewsMugs for Rugs aims to reduce falls
Emplify Health by Gundersen is collaborating with the La Crosse and Onalaska fire departments is teaming up for a community initiative to address hazards posed…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMother shares memory and uses laughter to thank daughter's generosity
Dani Smith is donating her kidney to save her Mom's life. Paula Smith needs a kidney. Later this month the couple will undergo a transplant Surgery at UW…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFormer Northsider shares inspirational story
James Rathburn is a liver transplant recipient. The generosity of a unknown family gave Mr. Rathburn a new lease on life. Mr. Rathburn returned to his hometown…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMother and Daughter share their transplant story
Local Mom and Daughter share their transplant journey to encourage donation. It is a family affair that has a life changing and life saving message. The Smiths…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsSurgeon reminds us that generous people donate organs, saves lives
Dr. Nikole Neidlinger is the Medical Director of UW-Organ and Tissue Donation at UW-Health. She is a transplant surgeon. Doctor Neidlinger organizes organ…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLocal couple encourages listeners to join Bone Marrow drive
A man she didn't know and had never met saved Jill Graewin's life. Now Jill and her husband Al are encouraging people to sign up to be a bone Marrow Donor…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUW-Health Surgeon encourages you to save a life
Dr. Mezrich is the author of When Death Becomes Life: Notes from a Transplant Surgeon, which details his experiences with both deceased and living donors. Dr…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTom Conrad local troubadour hits all the right notes
Tom Conrad began playing the guitar when he was 12 years old. At that time his father bought him a guitar at Leithold Music store for under $20. He remembers…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsChief People Officer of Emplify Health by Gundersen talks recruitment
LeAnne Andersen is the Chief People Officer of Emplify Health by Gundersen. Ms. Andersen stopped by La Crosse Talk WIZM with host Sean Dwyer to discuss the…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTerry Bauer talks Moon Tunes for 2026
Terry Bauer joined Kevin Millard in the La Crosse Talk studio on Thursday morning to talk about the upcoming Moon Tunes season. It's a special one, the 15th…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsNew Horizons combats domestic violence against men and women
New Horizon Shelter and Outreach Centers serve La Crosse and Trempealeau counties. It does face funding challenges as it helps victims of domestic violence…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk Interviews2026 Polar Plunge becomes Plungeapalooza
The 20216 Polar Plunge is coming. The event is set for March 7th. The La Crosse Polar Plunge is one of the oldest in the Upper Midwest. Proceeds go to support…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUW-L Chancellor James Beeby talks about the strengths of the University
Chancellor James Beeby is enthusiastic and excited about the Spring semester on the UW-L campus. Discussing topics like, culture, students, enrollment and…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHabitat improves homeownership and much more
Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is not a home give away program. It is an effort to increase home ownership and create a ripple effect for…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsOnalaska Rotarians stuck in Puerto Vallarta over cartel violence
On Saturday, members of the Onalaska Hilltopper Rotary Club helped people outside Puerto Vallarta with filters that provided clean water to drink. They…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsViterbo President celebrates campus and diversity
Interview with Viterbo President on La Crosse Talk with Sean Dwyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsWinter in Wisconsin Dells
Winter is in full swing especially after Friday's n snowfall. The waterpark capital of the world is pitching some winter getaway ideas especially for you if…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsNominate your Favorite Western Wisconsin Burger
The Wisconsin Beef Council announced the 3rd annual Wisconsin's Best Burger Contest. The contest began earlier this month and runs through Sunday, March 15…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAlice in Dairyland is Agriculture Ambassador
Ms. Sarah Hagenow is the 78th Alice in Dairyland. She travels Badgerland promoting Wisconsin Agriculture. That includes corn, beef, milk, cranberries and of…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsGirls Scouts on La Crosse Talk WIZM
As Girl Scouts of Wisconsin badger land launched our 2026 Girl Scout cookie season. The Girl Scout cookie program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHunger Task Force's Fortner talks about volunteers, St. Paddy's Day .01K
Shelly Fortner of the Hunger Task Force joined Sean Dwyer on La Crosse Talk Wednesday morning. In addition to discussing the need for donations, Fortner also…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsThe Big Sleep
Did you get a good night's sleep last night? If you answered no, you are not alone. Insomnia is a real problem, especially for older adults. But you don't need…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsCheddar visits La Crosse Talk
A special visit today by the La Crosse Police Department's very own Therapy Dog. Cheddar and his handler, SRO Ryan Ledvina, along with Lt. Steven Pataska…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLutheran Synod Bishop discusses Lent
Tuesday is Fat Tuesday. Wednesday is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. It is an important season for Christians. Many Christians in the La Crosse area…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsPresidents' Day Interview about 16th President of the United States
Christina Shutt is the executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois. The museum is the premier…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsChild Development and Parenting Specialist talks about Teens and Cellphones
Dr. Roxy Etta is a Child Development Parenting Specialist at the UW-Madison Division of Extension. Dr. Etta was a guest on La Crosse Talk with Sean Dwyer. She…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMad Dog and Merrill visit La Crosse Talk
Two very special guests stopped into the La Crosse Talk studios on Friday morning. Mad Dog and Merrill, known far and wide for their grilling expertise, shared…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsStorytelling for Kids
Terry Visger from the Bluff Country Tale Spinners visited La Crosse Talk on Friday to promote Storytelling for Kids, an event coming up on February 21 at the…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsReaction to city administrator, bike lanes vote
District 2 City Council Member Erin Goggin joined Kevin Millard Friday morning on La Crosse Talk to share her thoughts after Thursday night's vote on two big…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse Builders answer your home questions
Members of the La Crosse Area Builders Association talked to Sean Dwyer on La Crosse Talk about the upcoming Home Show coming in March. Executive Officer Tena…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crescent Chamber looking to grow from its apple roots
Since 1958, the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism has been helping member businesses; professionals and individuals stay informed and connected…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAllison Robbins from the Grind talks Minnesota Nice
Allison Robbins of "The Grind" in Minneapolis talks about their and local efforts to help families impacted by the recent ICE deportations and policies. See…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsWhat to get for Valentine's Day on La Crosse Talk
Valentine's Day is this weekend. It's on a Saturday. When the day falls on the weekend, we tend to spend more and take more time to celebrate the day, so says…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsEvers talks about voting, PFAS, and Tim Walz
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers' Johnson's State of the State address is coming up next week on February 17. When La Crosse Talk's Sean Dwyer asked him for a…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHeart Walk promoting heart-healthy lifestyle
The YMCA and Emplify Health by Gundersen are promoting a heart healthy lifestyle with the 3rd annual Heart Walk and Wellness Expo on Saturday morning in…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsRemembering Pat Stephens: Bill Hoel
All this week on La Crosse Talk, we've been remembering community leader and volunteer Pat Stephens. Pat passed away this week at the age of 77. Pat Stephens…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsEagles soar over the Coulee Region this time of year
This time of year, as you drive around the Coulee Region, you're likely to see a bald eagle or two. It's not unusual for you to spy an eagle nest. This time of…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsBehind the microphone during Super Bowl Week
Wisco Sports Zone host Grant Bilse joined Kevin Millard to talk about spending the week out in San Francisco leading up the Super Bowl 60 between the Seattle…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsHumor and leadership in the workplace
What does humor, the workplace and leadership have in common? Lisa David Olson believes good leadership and a sense of humor go hand in hand. Lisa David Olson…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsThe Six Pillars of Life
What is the connection between medicine, longevity and quality of life? Part of that equation involves something called lifestyle medicine. Lifestyle medicine…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTerry Bauer talks about his friend Pat Stephens
More memories about the life of Pat Stephens, this time from Terry Bauer, who considered Stephens a friend and mentor. He spoke on La Crosse Talk with Sean…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsVicki Markussen on Pat Stephens
Sharing thoughts about the life of Pat Stephens, who has passed away at the age of 77, on Wednesday on La Crosse Talk. One of the people in the community who…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsJason Spangler shares his memories of Pat Stephens
On La Crosse Talk on Wednesday, Jason Spangler, who has known Pat for a number of years, shared his memories of Pat and shared a statement he'd written. We…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsYMCA's Bill Soper remembers Pat Stephens
YMCA CEO Bill Soper joined Sean Dwyer on La Crosse Talk on Wednesday as the program was dedicated to honoring the memory of Pat Stephens, the community leader…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTradition abounds at Westby's Snowflake Ski Jump
They're flying through the skies this weekend in Westby at the 103rd annual Snowflake Ski Jump. The tournament this year is taking place Friday and Saturday at…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsDiscussion on data centers part of 7 Rivers Alliance annual meeting
You've probably read stories or talk about data centers. Data centers are facilities that house computing infrastructure, including servers, storage systems…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTown hall meeting chance to voice health care concerns
Citizen Action of Wisconsin is hosting a health care town hall, "A Community Call to Action." The town hall takes place Wednesday, February 4 at the Black…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsTouring every winery in Wisconsin
Do you like wine? Do you like traveling in Wisconsin? Those two activities were discussed on La Crosse Talk with Sean Dwyer on Friday morning. Niki Pohnl…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsMindfulness and athletic performance
The 2026 Olympic Games are about to begin. They generate excitement around the world because they highlight, in part, what humans can accomplish. Athletes…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUWL professor pens book on the "Golden Girls"
Do you remember "The Golden Girls?" The groundbreaking sitcom is a program which transcends generational differences. It really doesn't matter what your age…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsAARP Foundation Tax-Aide available again in Wisconsin
It's tax time once again, and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offering free tax preparation for low- and middle-income residents with a focus on low-income…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsBen Loomis: From Eau Claire to the Winter Olympics
He's traveled the world. He's seen many European countries. He is a Winter Olympian. His name is Ben Loomis and he's from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Ben is 27…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFighting Racism Through Sisterhood
An intergenerational healing event is taking place at the Franciscan Spirituality Center next month. The program is called Fighting Racism Through Sisterhood…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsA look at tourism and its impact in the La Crosse area
The new Explore La Crosse travel guide was recently released. The guide offers up many opportunities to visit, enjoy and discover in Western Wisconsin. It…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsI Am Not Invisible: Women Veterans History Project
The La Crosse County Veterans Services Department is offering a unique program for women who are veterans and live in western Wisconsin. The program is called…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsDealing with the winter weather blues
Cold winter months and short winter days can contribute to depression, anxiety and increase the challenges of coping with grief. On La Crosse Talk Friday Sean…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsCathedral program on helping the homeless
There are a number of efforts to deal with the issue of homelessness in the La Crosse area. Some programs are run by local governments. Some of the programs…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsJudge Horne discusses challenges on the bench and legal system
Circuit court Judge Scott Horne was a guest on La Crosse Talk with Sean Dwyer Thursday. Horne has been a La Crosse County Circuit Court Judge since 2007. Prior…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsRail Sale offers something pieces for hobby or history
The 4000 Foundation Limited, proudly announces plans for the 34th Annual Great Tri-state Rail Sale. The sale will be held Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 9:00…
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsFrozen River Film Festival
With documentary films from around the world, the line up for the 21st annual Frozen River Film Festival is set. Kara Eggers, the Operations Director for the…