Shows
Let's Get LocalSustain Rural Wisconsin Network & Horticultural Therapy SymposiumDuring the first half of this week's show, Harry Pulliam of Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network talks with Jason about the trends in rural agriculture and the importance of farming in our state. Mark Dwyer, horticulture expert and Healing Garden Manager at Edgerton Hospital, discusses the impact of gardening to help people's health and wellbeing. Mark also highlights an opportunity for anyone to learn from experts at the upcoming Horticultural Therapy Symposium on August 9th in Edgerton. Guests: Harry Pulliam, Mark Dwyer
2023-06-2400 minLet's Get LocalAudio for the Arts, Backyard Transformation, & Madison Reading Project’s Read(y) to Wear eventJason sits down with Buzz Kemper of Audio for the Arts to talk about his journey and the AFTA Team. Then Kayla Sipple with South Central Landscapes discusses outdoor spaces, retaining walls and outdoor kitchens. We finish with a visit from Rowan Childs, founder and executive director of Madison Reading Project, to highlight their Read(y) to Wear paper fashion show fundraiser on June 14th. Guests: Kayla Sipple, Buzz Kemper, Rowan Childs
2023-06-1044 minLet's Get LocalScentsation Garden Party, Shop Local Tour (Pride Month) & South Central LandscapesHave you heard of Scentsation? Ann Heiden, Executive Director of Edgerton Hospital Foundation talks about this 2nd Annual Garden Party fundraiser. We stay on events as Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local discusses the June Shop Local Tour, themed for Pride Month. During the 2nd half of the show, think about your own backyard with Kayla Sipple of South Central Landscapes and finally, Jason recognizes Delta Beer Lab and gives some thoughts on important things highlighted in June. Guests: Colin Murray, Ann Heiden, Kayla Sipple
2023-06-0344 minLet's Get LocalThe Stories and Impact of WWBICDo you know WWBIC? This innovative statewide economic development organization has been helping Wisconsin citizens realize their dreams of owning their own business, since 1987. Alice Pauser, of WWBIC, joins with 3 business creators - Mark Espanol (The Boss and Spade Entertainment), Courtney Willegal (The Keep Calm Sensory Zone), and Erica Hainz (Fiddlesticks Knits) to talk about their vision, passion and purpose. Each of these business owners share their unique story on this special WWBIC edition of Let's Get Local. Guests: Alice Pauser, Mark Espanol, Courtney Willegal, Erica Hainz
2023-05-2744 minLet's Get LocalWhite Jasmine, Interpreters Coop, Shop Local Tour-Black Owned Businesses, & Hart Beat BoutiqueThis week on LGL, Jason talks cheeses and spices with Huma of White Jasmine, learns about the Interpreters Coop, from Steve Herrick during the first half of the show. Then the Shop Local Tour takes center stage -- Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local and Donna Hart-Tervalon (owner of Hart Beat Boutique), fill us in on the next shop local tour (featuring black owned businesses) and the BOGO special for this tour on May 24th. Guests: Huma Siddiqui-Seitz, Colin Murray, Steve Herrick, Donna Hart-Tervalon
2023-05-2044 minLet's Get LocalEdgerton Hospital and Health Services & St. Vincent De Paul MadisonOn this week's LGL, Jason talks with CEO, Marc Augsburger, about all of the good things happening just south of Madison, at Edgerton Hospital and Health Services. Expanded specialty services, a new clinic in downtown Edgerton with 3 Mental Health providers, and the hospital's 100 anniversary are just some of the topics! In the 2nd half of the show we learn more about the complete breath of services provided at St. Vincent De Paul of Madison -- there's a whole lot more than the thrift stores many of us associate with SVDP Madison! They also have an event on May 24th (7:30...
2023-05-1344 minLet's Get LocalBuilding Families Alliance of Wisconsin, Kylee’s Gift Cottage, and Local EventsJason's back to turn the spotlight on local events and organizations! Colin Murray, Executive Director of Dane Buy Local, & Co-owner of Kylee's Gift Cottage, updates us on upcoming events and opportunites to engage with local businesses. Colin also shares a bit about his dog (Kylee) and the buisness he and his partner named after her. In the second half of the show, Maria Novotny and Dr. Bala Bhagavath share about the work of Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin, and its mission to make legislative change for Wisconsinites struggling with infertility. Many other states have insurance coverage for infertility services...
2023-04-2943 minLet's Get LocalLocal Events and Initiatives, Nonprofit Fundraising, & Dispelling Myths about Participating in Martial ArtsJason gives some love to Chef Oscar Villareal (owner/founder of Migrants restaurant), gives some insight from a nonprofit fundraiser's perspective, and highlights some upcoming events with Dane Buy Local and at Garver Feed Mill. 2nd half of the show members of the Forward Thai Boxing team join him to dispell some of the myths about martial arts and women participating in martial arts. Guests: Abbe Braun, Daniel Watson, Marisa Haack
2023-04-1544 minLet's Get LocalUlla Eyewear, Evolution Financial & Home Buyers Round Table of Dane CountySpring has sprung and Ulla Eyewear can help you be ready for it with their Sunglasses Sale (starting April 15th)! Sue Peck, talks about the importance of living the life you want to live. Plus, it's Fair Housing month, so time to hear about the good work of the Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County. Guests: Laura Stanfield, Sue Peck, Brittany Graber
2023-04-0844 minLet's Get LocalRace Day Events, Dane County Food Collective, Tisha’s Delicious Bakery & Stoughton’s Matt and Gwen GriffeyThis week Jason catches up to Mason with Race Day Events, talks food with Meghan with the DC Food Collective and Tisha of Tisha's Delicious Bakery and finds out what's happening in Stoughton with Matt and Gwen Griffey of Stoughton's Best After School programs, Kicks Unlimited and an upcoming Easter Egg Hunt. Guests: Tisha Brown, Meghan Stern, Mason Wiedmeyer, Matt Griffey, Gwen Griffey
2023-04-0144 minLet's Get LocalLive Well Video, Chai House LLC & Local EventsThis week Jason discusses the value of online video with Faith Dey of Live Well Video. Meghan Stern with Dane Buy Local, recaps the recent Shop Local Tour and other DBL events. Plus Mary Lowisz and Jack Herbert share about their business and mission with Chai House LLC. Guests: Meghan Stern, Faith Dey, Mary Lowisz, Jack Herbert
2023-03-2544 minLet's Get LocalThe Shop Local Tour – FOOD Edition on March 22ndJason digs into Dane Buy Local's upcoming Shop Local Bus Tour, in Madison. Hear from Chris Brockel of FEED Kitchens and about other participating businesses in the March 22nd event! Get your tickets at danebuylocal.com Guest: Chris Brockel
2023-03-1144 minLet's Get LocalEngraving Services, Shop Local Tour #2 (FOOD!) and The Big ShareMegan and Julia from Madison Top Company talk about their local engraving services. March is a busy month for Dane Buy Local and one fun event is the 2nd Shop Local Tour on March 22nd (this tour focused on food). Plus, March 7th is The Big Share (from Community Shares of Wisconsin). Bria Brown, joins leaders from member organizations -- Fair Wisconsin, Project Home & Wisconsin Early Childhood Association to talk about Tuesday's BIG online day of giving! Guests: Meghan Stern, Megan Frank, Bria Brown, Denise Garlow, Ruth Schmidt, Megin McDonell
2023-03-0444 minLet's Get LocalKrav Maga Workshop, Dane Buy Local Events, Creating a Peaceful World & Badger Brothers CoffeeJason highlights local events during the first half of this week's LGL, with the Krav Maga workshop at Forward Thai Boxing, Pie Day and the March Breakfast meeting from Dane Buy Local. We rediscover the nonprofit Creating a Peaceful World, and welcome Badger Brothers Coffee to Dane County, with their new location in Mount Horeb. Guests: Meghan Stern, Abbe Braun, Michaela Torcaso, Keely Liska, Hannah McCourt, Caroline Anderson
2023-02-2544 minLet's Get LocalMinding My Black Owned Business Pop-Up, Coffee Fest (and more), Evolution Financial & the 4 year DeltaversaryJason keeps you informed about some great local events like Minding My Black Owned Buiness Pop-Up (with Latia Warren of La'Karron Beauty Elements) and Coffee Fest and More (with Meghan Stern of Dane Buy Local). Sue Peck owner/founder of Evolution Financial talks life transitions where a financial planner can be a trusted ally, and about some of her favorite local spots on the Northside of Madison. Plus, it's Delta Beer Lab's 4 year anniversary and Pio tells us about some of the festivities at the lab. Guests: Meghan Stern, Tim Piotrowski, Sue Peck, Latia Warren
2023-02-1844 minLet's Get LocalThe Shop Local Tour, Coffee Fest & Krav Maga with Forward Thai BoxingJason connnects with Meghan Stern at Dane Buy Local to give you the deets on upcoming local events, and then talks communication and video storytelling with At Your Core Communications. 2nd half of the show Abbe, Marty and Marc, from Forward Thai Boxing, discuss the importance of self defense and the Krav Maga workshop they are hosting on Feb. 25th. Guests: Meghan Stern, Abbe Braun, Marty Conrad, Marc Mrozinski
2023-02-1144 minLet's Get LocalBudget Signs and Specialties, Ulla Eyewear, & Madison Cooperative Development CoalitionJason catches up with Phil Frank of Budget Signs and Specialties and Margot from Ulla Eyewear during the first half of the show. They Charity joins to tell the impact and mission of Madison Cooperative Development Coalition, and features Robert of Worker Justice Wisconsin. Guests: Phil Frank, Charity Schmidt, Robert Christl, Margot Kavanaugh
2023-01-2844 minLet's Get LocalThe Progress Center for Black Women, Madison Top Company & An Economic Study about Going LocalThis week Jason talks with Sabrina Madison, the Founder & Director of The Progress Center of Black Women, and Megan Frank with Madison Top Company. He also shares the results of a recent economic study about the impact of local businesses. Guests: Sabrina Madison, Megan Frank
2023-01-2144 minLet's Get LocalPorchlight Products, Kik’n It In the Kitchen Podcast, & Forward Thai BoxingJason is kicking (and punching) the new year off right with Abbe & Brendon, owners of Forward Thai Boxing, Drew Neidercorn, Director of Kitchen Programs at Porchlight Inc, and Social Worker and Educator, Deborah Green about her new podcast "Kik'n It In the Kitchen" Guests: Abbe Braun, Brendon Shoemaker, Deborah Green, Drew Niedercorn
2023-01-0744 min
Let's Get LocalMax Ink Radio, The Spaceship.TV & Civic Media NY Eve SpecialWe talk about the special New Year's Eve broadcast event on the Civic Media Network and TheSpaceship.TV, during the final Let's Get Local of 2022! Guests: Dustin (The Spaceship.TV), Porky's Groove Machine, Ilan Blanck
2023-01-0144 minLet's Get LocalBoulders Climbing Gym, JnJ Gifts and More, Evolution Financial, & The Diamond CenterIn Jason's last show before Christmas, he covers a lot of ground - all while keeping it local, of course! Hear from Brad Wernt at Boulders Climbing Gym, Jerina Vincent of JnJ Gifts and More, Sue Peck with Evolution Financial, & MaKinzie Rogahn from The Diamond Center. #golocalbuylocalbelocal Guests: Sue Peck, Brad Werntz, Jerina Vincent, MaKinzie Rogahn
2022-12-1744 minLet's Get LocalUlla Eyewear & Ethical Trading CompanyJason talks with Brittany Graber, owner of Ulla Eyewear, and Manuel Ramminger, co-founder of Ethical Trading Company, about their impact locally and globally. Guests: Manuel Ramminger, Brittany Graber
2022-12-0344 minLet's Get LocalSmall Business Saturday EditionJason is joined by Kate Miller of the Middleton Chamber of Commerce & Barbara Behling with the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce to discuss the importance of this date for local & small businesses. Plus reminders about the Dane Buy Local Passport Program and the value of GOING LOCAL. Guests: Barbara Behling, Kate Miller
2022-11-2644 min
Dueling TangentsMr. Walter goes to MadisonWilliam and Evan cackle about an IRL twitter meltdown, talk with Jason Hafeman about the importance of thinking local, and discuss the frighteningly effective world of online propaganda outlets. Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!
2022-11-2344 minLet's Get LocalMadison Computer Works, Old Sugar Distillery & Your Passport to LocalThis week on LGL, Brian from Madison Computer Works talks about their more than 40 years assisting customers with computer issues and purshases, Nathan of Old Sugar Distillery highlights their Madison-based products and Holiday Gift Boxes, and Jason reminds listeners of the Holiday Passport Program and its benefits! Guests: Brian Lisse, Nathan Greenawalt
2022-11-1944 minLet's Get LocalIsthmus Eye Care, Solidarity Realty & Yahara Bay DistillersJason chats with Dr. Richard Jun from Isthmus Eye Care, Darcy Haber of Solidarity Realty & Jordan Smith of Yahara Bay Distillers, in Madison. Guests: Dr. Richard Jun, Jordan Smith, Darcy Haber
2022-11-1244 minLet's Get LocalY’all Branding and Marketing & Ian’s Pizza and Mac The VoteJason talks with Ian's Pizza CEO, Sarah Karls, about the iconic and creative pizza business and it's Mac The Vote initiative! Travis Halff, owner & founder of Y'all joins the show to discuss the importance of branding, web and performance marketing for businesses and nonprofits. Guests: Sarah Karls, Travis Halff
2022-11-0544 minLet's Get LocalArtisan Dental, 350 Wisconsin & Shop Local Passport ProgramScott Andersen of Artisan Dental joins the show to talk about the importance of oral health, being a Certified B Corp, and leading as a carbon neutral business in Wisconsin. Jason gets the word out about the Dane Buy Local Holiday Passport Program (Nov. 1 - Dec. 18) and the benefits for local shops, consumers and our economy. Gail Nordheim of 350 Wisconsin discusses the important climate justice and action activities of the organization and how you can get involved. Guests: Scott Andersen, Gail Nordheim
2022-10-2944 minLet's Get LocalLevi’s Legacy Legos, Shelley’s Social Media, Sweeternative Baking & Soups ONShelley Iverson joins the show to talk about Levi's Legacy Legos and how she's helping small and mid-sized businesses with social media, websites and digital marketing. In the 2nd half of the show we meet Melissa Bennett to learn about Gluten Free treats from Sweet-ernative Baking and Amy Johnson gives us the scoop (or ladle) on how you can support local businesses during the cooler months through SOUPS ON! Guests: Shelley Iverson, Melissa Bennett, Amy Johnson
2022-10-2243 minLet's Get LocalBIZ Awards, Financial Updates, Voting Rights & Goodman’s JewelersJason recaps the 2022 Dane Buy Local BIZ Awards with Meghan Stern of DBL, then gets into current financial & economic trends with Sue Peck (owner/founder of Evolution Financial. Second half of the show features John Hayes of Goodman's Jewelers and voting rights for disabled voters, with Denise Jess (ED of the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired). Guests: Meghan Stern, Sue Peck, Denise Jess, John Hayes
2022-10-1543 minLet's Get LocalFree Bikes 4 Kids, Envest Microfinance & The BIZ AwardsKristie Goforth of Free Bikes 4 Kids tells us about how Fall is an important time for bike donations. Jon Bishop discusses the local impact of Envest Microfinance, on a global scale. And Meghan joins Jason to talk about celebrating local businesses at the Dane Buy Local annual BIZ Awards. Guests: Meghan Stern, Kristie Goforth, Jon Bishop
2022-10-0844 minLet's Get LocalLet’s Get Local (Oct. 1)Thanks for listening to Let's Get Local with Jason Hafeman!
Lee Dorn of Lee Dorn Jewelers talks about his 40 years of creating custom jewelry, Jonathan talks October Fun at Madison Childrens museum, and Melvin Jackson discusses big deals as his longtime Office Supply wholesale company (Jackson Office Supply) is going out of business. Guests: Lee Dorn, Melvin Jackson
2022-10-0143 minLet's Get LocalVegans, Bankers and Little Luxuries (Sept. 24)This week on Let's Get Local, Jason highlights the benefits of local banking (with Heather Johnson of the Bank of Sun Prairie) and local shopping (with Amy Moore of Little Luxuries). He also talks about the 2022 Madison Vegan Fest, with Sara Andrews, John Sexton and Kris Budziszewski - who helped plan the Oct. 1st event! Guests: Heather Johnson, John Sexton, Amy Moore, Sara Andrews, Kris Budziszewski
2022-09-2443 minLet's Get LocalLet’s Get Local (Sept. 17 – hour 2)Thanks for tuning in for a special 2 hour, on location Let's Get Local!
2022-09-1744 minLet's Get LocalLet’s Get Local (Sept. 17 – hour 1)Thanks for tuning in for a special 2 hour presentation of Let's Get Local!
2022-09-1744 min
Good, Bad, Breakthru Podcast31. Jason Hafeman!Filmed on 8/11/22
Drew interviews Jason today. Learn about his origin and intro into entrepreneurship, leadership, personal and professional development.
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2022-09-1320 minLet's Get LocalAyuveda, Impact of the Caregiver Community & Upcoming Dane Buy Local EventsLearn about Kosa Spa, which blends the timeless and universal Indian tradition of Ayurveda with products made by local artisans and NGOs in India, The Empowered Caregiver show and issues facing caregivers as employees and humans, and upcoming Dane Buy Local events (DBL Car Show on 9/17, BIZ Awards on 10/12 & the DBL Breakfast Meeting on 9/13). Guests: Shilpa Sankaran, Liza Hellenbrand
2022-09-1044 minLet's Get LocalSolar Energy, Main Street Businesses, 1-Day Website Creation and Automation & Security for home or businessOn this week’s LGL, we talk about the advancement and accessibility of solar power, the biggest challenges for Main Street businesses right now, Bizzy Bizzy’s 1-Day Website system, & automation and security for homes and commercial spaces Guests: Shawn Phetteplace, Burke O’Neal, Mary Jane Connor, Rene Mirabal
2022-08-2744 minLet's Get LocalGoing Local, Investing After Change, Paoli Art in the Park & Professional Health Care AdvocacyGuests: Sue Peck (Evolution Financial LLC), Jill Lippert (Southern Wisconsin Art Guild), Chris Van Haren (A Better Way Professional Health Advocacy)
We discuss the impact of going local for your neighbors, friends and local economy, investing after difficult life changes, the fun and fair of Paoli Art in the Park (Sept. 3 & 4), and the increasing need for an advocate in receiving the best health care. Guests: Sue Peck, Jill Lippert, Chris Van Haren
2022-08-2043 minLet's Get LocalCap Times – Idea Fest, Eat Local | Give Local, DiVino & Delta Beer LabThis hour, Jason is joined by Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek (Cap Times), Meghan Stern (Dane Buy Local), Dino Maniaci (DiVino) and Pio {Tim Piotrowski} (Delta Beer Lab). Guests: Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek, Meghan Stern, Dino Maniaci, Tim Piotrowski
2022-08-1344 minLet's Get LocalJust Coffee, Middleton Outreach Ministry & the Home Buyers Round TableGuests - Rob McClure (Just Coffee Cooperative), Leslie Huber (MOM), Laura Stanfield (Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County)
We talk coffee and doing good, with Rob McClure of Just Coffee Coop (a certified B corp btw). Leslie Huber tells us about the mission of Middleton Outreach Ministry and how the community can support MOM. We spend the 2nd half of the show with Laura Stanfield, discussing the efforts of the Home Buyers Round Table of Dane Guests: Rob McClure, Leslie Huber, Laura Stanfield
2022-08-0643 minDueling TangentsRNC in the MKE!The RNC is coming to MKE, it is official. Will the Wisconsin GOP still use the city as the boogeyman for the next two years? Plus, we discuss condiments with Jason Hafeman and reactions to the Griner verdict. Your calls, texts and tangents at 844-967-2789!
2022-08-0544 minLet's Get LocalMovNat Madison, GOP denying Vets, Madison Credit Union & White JasmineRock Hancock of MovNat Madison talks about the benefits of natural movement. Jason discusses a program he helped create to help veterans (while the GOP denies vets assistance). We learn about the long history and commitment of Madison Credit Union from Rebecca Lauryssens. Huma tells us about her passion to bring flavorful food to all through her business, White Jasmine. Guests: Rock Hancock, Rebecca Lauryssens, Huma Siddiqui-Seitz
2022-07-3044 min
Good, Bad, Breakthru Podcast21. I Don't Stop When Other People Do - Jason HafemanSpecial Guest Jason Hafeman joins Drew, Dreya and Keena where they discuss values, work ethic, principles and more.
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2022-06-1639 min
Senior Beat PodcastSenior Beat: Project Home and Events at the Madison Public LibraryThis month on Senior Beat we are joined by Jason Hafeman and Bobweirough to hear about Project Home and Mary Fandrich a Community Engagement Librarian at the Madison Public Library.
2017-08-1829 min