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American StorytellerOrganic Farmer with Katrina BeckerNot your grandpa's farm. Katrina Becker talks food, economics, environment, and family life on a 21st-century farm.2022-02-0338 min
American StorytellerIndie Actor and Producer with Aimee TheresaLights. Camera. Action. Repeat. Hear from actor, writer, and producer Aimee Theresa about how independent film and TV shows get made.2022-02-0331 min
American StorytellerWinemaker with Mick UntiWhat goes into a making great bottle of wine? Passion, smarts, and a shared commitment to honor the great traditions of the past. Hear from Mick Unti about how his family guides their winery in Sonoma County, CA through the challenges of the present and positions it for the future.2021-11-1826 min
American StorytellerBaptist Preacher with Steven HicksSmall town. Small church. Big job. Steven Hicks overcame a near-deadly medical condition to become the spiritual leader of a community, literally from cradle to grave.2021-11-1829 min
American StorytellerScenic Artist with Wendy Waszut-BarrettLive visual spectacle. How do scenic artists transport theater audiences to other times and places? Artist, historian, and conservator Wendy Waszut-Barrett gives us a glimpse behind the curtain and explains why the scenic art and artifacts of the past need to be saved for future generations.2021-11-1827 min
American StorytellerUrgent Care Doctor with Mike TrobecHe's not a TV doctor. Mike Trobec works twelve-hour shifts and strives against great odds to give every patient the compassionate care they need. At the same time, he has to keep himself well . . .2021-10-2125 min
American StorytellerMaster Teacher with Lynn WilcoxIt's a tough time to be a student - and a teacher. Master teachers like Lynn Wilcox are the ones holding schools together as they navigate choppy waters. Lynn doesn't just teach reading and history. She teaches kids how to be resilient.2021-10-2133 min
American StorytellerLocal Journalist with Brian KowalskiWhen is the last time your read the local newspaper? With the consolidation of the media, local journalism has been in decline for years. Hear how Brian Kowalski is keeping relevant reporting and storytelling alive in his community by harnessing the technologies of the present and future, as well as paying homage to the past.2021-10-2124 min
American StorytellerLocal Journalist with Brian KowalskiWhen is the last time you read the local newspaper? Consolidation of the media has put local journalism in danger of disappearing entirely. Hear about how Brian Kowalski is bucking the trend in his community, using both traditional and non-traditional methods to get the news out to his fellow citizens.2021-10-2024 min
American StorytellerMaster Teacher with Lynn WilcoxWe all remember those teachers who made a difference in our lives. Listen to Lynn Wilcox as she tells the story of how a childhood in poverty has given her unique insight into what students from all walks of life need to succeed. Spoiler alert: it's not just about reading, writing, and math.2021-10-1933 min
American StorytellerUrgent Care Doctor with Mike TrobecMike Trobec is an urgent care doctor in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He talks about why he went into medicine, how it's changed, and what it's like to work twelve-hour shifts and still give every patient the compassionate care they need.At the same time, he has to keep himself well . . .2021-10-1725 min
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Keep it Wausome!Chris Gerboth on strong women characters, small town politics and local book stores | KIW 56Wausau author Chris Gerboth just came out with his latest novel, Frank Meade, and it's a joy to read. In this episode, we talk about how the novel came about, his portrayal of journalism, how minor characters assert themselves and the town that inspired his story. Oh and why supporting local book stores is important. Get full access to The Wausonian at www.thewausonian.com/subscribe2021-08-161h 09
Mod Midwives: a Metro Midwifery PodcastMidwives in the MediaAfter the recent release of the Netflix movie, "Pieces of a Woman," Gina and Nedra decided we simply had to watch it and discuss on Mod Midwives. Whenever a loss in a home birth is portrayed, we are always worried about the optics. While the subject matter is tough, and we have a number of issues about the specifics, the movie did unfold differently than we expected it to do.
We also spend a shorter time discussing Midwives, by Chris Bohjalian, Call the Midwife, and Virgin River, a new Netflix series.
Fair warning: there are a TON of spoilers in...2021-01-1948 min