Best Debra Bailey Podcasts (2025)

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Steel Bridge Songfest Celebrates 20 Years with pat mAcdonald 52:57

12h ago52:57

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Mayor of Sturgeon Bay David Ward proclaimed the second Saturday in June as Steel Bridge Day, an annual city-wide holiday from this year forward. Steel Bridge Songfest, an event launched in 2005 to help raise money to save the bridge, went on a pandemic-induced hiatus in 2020. This year, it returns to celebrate its 20th anniversary. One of the found…

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Ep. 19: Brett Diaz, Roberto Gutierrez & Bailey Neal: Behind the Curtain with Three of Nashville’s Top Real Estate Developers 55:36

1d ago55:36

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In this episode of The Real Estate Mailbag, we go behind the scenes with three of Music City’s top developers: Brett Diaz, Founder and Managing Partner of Paragon Group; Bailey Neal, Founder and President of Legacy South and Roberto Gutierrez, Founder and Managing Partner of Jackson Builders. Ever wondered how real estate development really works? …

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The Life’s Work and Lasting Legacy of Terrie Cooper 53:08

2d ago53:08

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Terrie Cooper spent 25 years working on the forever-protection of Door County land with the Door County Land Trust, co-authoring $30 million in state and federal land acquisition grants and helping the organization grow from 1,000 protected acres when she began to more than 10,000 today. She retired in October 2024 and, in May 2025, received the 20…

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Life on the Lake with Carin Hickey-Stuth 38:32

7d ago38:32

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Since the mid-1800s, the Hickey family has been fishing the waters of Door County. Today, fourth-generation owners Carin and Todd Stuth continue that proud tradition. Carin joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about life growing up in a fishing family, her path back to her father and uncle’s business, and the innovation that earned them the Door Coun…

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Something in the Water with Writer Matt Zembroski 34:22

8d ago34:22

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Have you bathed in the rejuvenating waters of Waukesha, Wisconsin? Probably not. But it was once a popular resort town known for its many natural springs, a forgotten bit of history unearthed by writer Matt Zembrowski for his new play at Northern Sky Theater titled "Something in the Water.” Myles Dannhausen Jr. talks to the playwright about the gen…

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The Future of the Baileys Harbor Marina With Dave Eliot 38:07

17d ago38:07

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What happens when a community landmark reaches a turning point? In this episode, Dave Eliot – co-founder/publisher of the Peninsula Pulse and chair of the Baileys Harbor Town Board – joins Debra Fitzgerald for an in-depth conversation about the tough decisions ahead facing the town pertaining to the marina. Eliot unpacks the challenges and potentia…

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Parvinder and Renuka Jandu: Building A Business Through Community 33:17

21d ago33:17

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Parvinder and Renuka Jandu didn’t know anybody on the peninsula when they moved here to run a gas station and convenience store 23 years ago, but that didn’t deter them. Over the years they’v erun nine locations, immersed themselves in the local community, and earned a sterling reputation through hard work, innovation and commitment. They join Myle…

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What’s Next for the Alpine Golf Course and Former Resort Properties? 41:47

23d ago41:47

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The Alpine Resort and Golf Course and the former Alpine waterfront parcels are a hot topic in Egg Harbor again as two separate proposals are making their way through village review. Debra Fitzgerald and Myles Dannhausen Jr. outline the proposals and the sticking points for the developers and those who hope the lodge can be saved. They also update u…

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Courtney Carver on Gentle Rest: How to Stress Less and Live the Life You Want 55:41

26d ago55:41

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In this episode, Courtney Carver, author of Rest More, Stress Less: How to Live the Life You Actually Want, shares her transformative approach to prioritizing rest and reducing stress. Courtney, a simplicity and decluttering expert, discusses how rest is not just a reward but a necessity for productivity, creativity, and overall well-being. In this…

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Sustainable Farming 35:32

1M ago35:32

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Jamie Fisher, senior project manager for Farmers for Sustainable Food, and Rachel Malcore Goblisch, PR specialist with the Voice of Milk, were included in this year’s Peninsula Pulse Sustainability issue, out April 18. Here, they talk with Debra Fitzgerald about what ‘sustainability’ means to local farmers and the sustainable practices being incorp…

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Jeremy Kubicek on The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following (Shortcast) 12:45

1M ago12:45

12:45

In this special Shortcast edition, Jeremy Kubicek, author of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following, shares how we can lead with both support and challenge to help others reach their full potential. Drawing inspiration from Sherpas guiding climbers on Mount Everest, Jeremy illustrates what it means to lead others by being fully for …

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Commercial Fishing with Charlie Henriksen 44:37

1M ago44:37

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The Peninsula Pulse’s annual Sustainability issue, out on April 18, contains the stories and voices of people across Door County who are working in some aspect of the climate-preparedness realm, whether through observations, data collection or actions. One of those voices and stories comes from Charlie Henriksen, a commercial fisherman for 50 years…

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The NFL Draft Comes to Town, with Aaron Popkey of the Green Bay Packers 32:14

1M ago32:14

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The 2025 NFL Draft comes to Green Bay April 24-26. Aaron Popkey, public affairs director for the Green Bay Packers, joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about NFL draft preparations, what visitors to the city can expect, and what the Packers hope the big event will bring to the organization and the city. Popkey addresses some of the misconceptions ab…

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Angus Nelson on Confidence: How to Stop Waiting and Start Living Boldly 46:19

2M ago46:19

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In this episode, Angus Nelson, author of Confidence Comes Later, discusses his journey of building confidence through action and embracing uncertainty. Angus, an entrepreneur and personal development coach, explores how to disrupt your life by taking bold steps instead of waiting for confidence to appear, and how this can lead to personal growth an…

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Julie Fast on Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: Practical Strategies for Productivity 58:33

2M ago58:33

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In this episode we revisit a conversation with Julie Fast, author of Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: 50 Strategies to Help You Achieve Productivity Even with Depression, Anxiety, or ADHD. She shares her expertise on how to overcome productivity barriers caused by mental health struggles. Julie, who has lived with bipolar disorder, depression…

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From Soup Bar to WDOR with Paul Wanish 38:03

2M ago38:03

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He spent 25 years working in kitchens, operating a beloved Ephraim soup bar, and defending local service workers from uppity outsiders, but now Paul Wanish is one of the voices of Door County’s oldest radio station, 93.9 WDOR. Wanish joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about how a guy goes from kitchens to the hallowed grounds of Eddie Allen and Rog…

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Sara Sherman on Using Music to Enhance Focus and Wellbeing 52:46

2M ago52:46

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In this episode, Sara Sherman, author of Resonant Minds: The Transformative Power of Music, joins the show to discuss the powerful and often underestimated role of music in our lives. Sara, a classical musician and educator, explores how music can not only enhance our emotional well-being but also improve focus, productivity, and social connections…

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Anne-Laure Le Cunnf on Tiny Experiments: Redefining Success in a Goal-Obsessed World 50:46

2M ago50:46

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In this episode, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, joins the show to discuss her experimental approach to goal-setting and personal growth. Anne-Laure, a neuroscience enthusiast and founder of Ness Labs, explores how shifting from traditional goal-setting to small, iterative experiments ca…

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Madeline Mann on Reverse the Search: Turning Job Seeking into Job Shopping 53:03

2M ago53:03

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In this episode, Madelin Mann, author of Reverse the Search: How to Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping, joins the show to share her expert advice on transforming the traditional job search process. With years of experience in HR and recruiting, Madelin provides valuable insights into how to stand out in today’s competitive job market by shifting fr…

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Ximena Vengeochea on The Life Audit: How to Reevaluate Your Goals and Reclaim Your Path 50:10

2M ago50:10

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In this episode, Ximena Vengeochea, author of The Life Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Goals and Building the Life You Want, shares her approach to re-evaluating life’s priorities and making intentional changes. Ximena, a former LinkedIn leader, uses her background in user research to help others take a fresh, introspective approach…

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Saving the Potawatomi Tower with Christie Weber 57:11

2M ago57:11

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The Department of Natural Resources closed the Potawatomi State Park Observation Tower in 2017 and planned to demolish the structure – until Christie Weber took up its cause and the Sturgeon Bay Historical Society Foundation (SBHSF) put its weight behind a fight that would take seven years and end with a fully restored, historic tower. Weber and Ch…

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The Ingwersen Legacy with Pen Art’s Adam Erickson 30:14

2M ago30:14

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For 55 years Jim Ingwersen has been one of Door County’s most-acclaimed and prolific artists, painting portraits of Supreme Court Justices, contemporary artists and hundreds of other commissions from his studio on Old Stage Road outside Sister Bay. As he nears his 96th birthday, he has reached an agreement to donate his gallery, hundreds of paintin…

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Elizabeth Lotardo on Leading Yourself: How to Find Purpose in Your Current Job 57:20

2M ago57:20

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In this episode, Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself: Finding More Joy, Meaning, and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have, shares her insights on how to find purpose and fulfillment in your current job. Drawing on her background as an organizational psychologist, Elizabeth explores how shifting your mindset can help you thrive at wor…

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Andrew Brodsky on Mastering Successful Virtual Communication 56:23

2M ago56:23

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In this episode, Andrew Brodsky, author of Ping: The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication, explores how virtual communication can be improved for both productivity and relationship-building. Andrew, a professor at the University of Texas and expert on virtual communication, discusses his research and personal journey in understanding how we …

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Ep. 18: Brian Truman & Tyler Cauble: The State of Commercial Real Estate in Music City 50:30

2M ago50:30

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On this episode of The Real Estate Mailbag, we’re joined by two of Nashville’s top commercial real estate brokers, both principals of boutique, locally owned firms—not the "big-box" brokerages. While residential and commercial real estate agents in Tennessee hold the same license, the similarities often end there. As Tyler Cauble puts it: "Yes, [re…

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Jenny Wood on Wild Courage: How to Overcome Fear and Unlock Your Potential 54:14

2M ago54:14

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In this episode, we welcome Jenny Wood, a former Google executive, founder of Own Your Career, and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. Jenny shares powerful insights into overcoming fear, taking bold risks, and navigating personal and professional growth with courage. In this conversation, we explore: The Courage to Overcome …

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St. Patrick's Day in Sturgeon Bay with Cam Ehlers-Kwaterski 15:12

3M ago15:12

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Cam Ehlers-Kwaterski from Destination Sturgeon Bay joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to fill us in on everything going on for St. Patrick's Day in the city on Saturday. Plus, the Pulse was honored with 30 awards at the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Convention last week. Myles shares his thoughts on who's to thank – the readers who support our work.…

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Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Making Time for What Matters 49:00

3M ago49:00

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I’m excited to welcome Oliver Burkeman back to the show to discuss his new book, Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts. You can find his previous conversation on the show here. Oliver is a journalist and author best known for 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. His latest book offers a p…

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Ximena Vengoechea on Listening Like You Mean It for Better Productivity 44:09

3M ago44:09

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I’m excited revisit this conversation with Ximena Vengoechea to the show to discuss her book, Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection. Ximena is a user researcher, author, and expert in communication and active listening. Her book explores how we can deepen our conversations, overcome common listening mistakes, and foste…

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Networking Without Fear: Michaela Alexis on Overcoming Anxiety 1:00:56

3M ago1:00:56

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I’m excited to welcome Michaela Alexis to the show to discuss her new book, No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Connections for the Socially Anxious Professional. Michaela is a keynote speaker, LinkedIn expert, and networking coach who helps professionals overcome social anxiety and build meaningful connections in their careers. In this convers…

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The Big Draft with Big Brothers, Big Sisters 32:35

3M ago32:35

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Debra Fitzgerald talks with Keren Cotter and Jen Aldrich from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin about the life-changing work they do matching adult mentors (Bigs) with young people (Littles) in our communities, including Door County. We dive into the organization’s mission, the positive impact these mentoring relationships have on kid…

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Optimizing Your Workspace: Mo Hamzian on Sensory Design for Productivity 40:01

3M ago40:01

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I’m excited to welcome Mo Hamzian to the show to discuss the future of workspaces and how to optimize environments for focus, productivity, and well-being. Mo is an entrepreneur, real estate expert, and the co-founder of VEL, a company dedicated to redefining workspaces for the modern workforce. In this conversation, we cover: The Evolution of Work…

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A Farewell to the Old Gym: The Last Dance at Gibraltar School 32:15

3M ago32:15

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As Gibraltar High School prepares for the next stage of its big renovation, the community is gearing up to celebrate its rich history with The Last Dance. The event aims to honor the memories made in the old gym, a cornerstone of the school since its construction in the 1930s. The Last Dance is not just a farewell; it's an invitation for alumni and…

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Imagination and Creativity at Work with Duncan Wardle 49:48

3M ago49:48

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I’m excited to welcome Duncan Wardle to the show to discuss his new book, The Imagination Emporium: The Creative Tools to Change the Way You Think. Duncan is a former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, a global speaker, and an expert in unlocking human imagination. His book presents practical tools for breaking free from conventional thin…

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Owen Alabado Can't Sit Still 34:20

3M ago34:20

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Owen Alabado joins the podcast to discuss this weekend’s Northern Door Pride Cabaret at Northern Sky’s Gould Theater. The founder of Northern Door Pride chats with Myles Dannhausen Jr. about bringing locals together for the show on stage and in the audience, the Knobs, and why he’s been so driven to do community work from the day he landed in Door …

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Debra Eckerling on Setting and Achieving Goals with Clarity 41:33

3M ago41:33

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I’m excited to welcome Debra Eckerling to the show to discuss her new book, 52 Secrets for Goal Setting and Goal Getting: How to Stay Focused, Grow Your Network, and Get More Done in Less Time. Debra is a goal-setting expert, author, and the creator of the DEB Method, which helps individuals and organizations define, plan, and achieve their goals. …

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Organizing Your Space and Mind: Lessons from Tidy Dad, Tyler Moore 48:06

4M ago48:06

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This week, I’m excited to welcome Tyler Moore, also known as Tidy Dad, to the show to discuss his new book, Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters. Tyler is a teacher, writer, and advocate for creating intentional, organized spaces that support well-being. Through his Tidy Dad brand, he shares prac…

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Cell Phones in the Classroom, Immigration and More with Rep. Joel Kitchens 43:51

4M ago43:51

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Debra Fitzgerald talks with Wisconsin Rep. Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) about his priorities as chair of the Assembly Committee on Education, and a new bill he’s introduced that would ban cell phone use in K-12 classrooms. They also talk about immigration policy and how it would impact Wisconsin farmers; priorities for crafting the new, biannual …

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Optimizing Brain States: Hyperefficiency with Dr. Mithu Storoni 51:37

4M ago51:37

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I’m excited to welcome Dr. Mithu Storoni to the show to discuss her new book, Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work. Dr. Storoni is a physician, researcher, and expert in neuroscience and performance optimization. Her latest book challenges conventional productivity methods and introduces a brain-based approach to workin…

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Embracing Stuckness: Ben Orlin on Productive Problem Solving in "Math for English Majors" 40:47

4M ago40:47

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This week, I’m excited to welcome Ben Orlin to the show to discuss his new book, Math for English Majors: A Human Take on the Universal Language. Ben is a math educator, writer, and the creator of Math with Bad Drawings, a blog and book series that makes math more accessible, humorous, and relatable. His latest book approaches mathematics as a lang…

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Ep. 17: Richard Courtney, Jacob Kupin and Nathan Weinberg: Serving Your Community 57:59

4M ago57:59

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“If real estate is your profession, politics is your business.” – Richard Courtney Real estate is more than just making a living—it’s an opportunity to make a difference. This special episode of the Real Estate Mailbag explores how civic and charitable engagement can enrich both communities and careers in ways that go far beyond financial success. …

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Roy Thilly on Why Door County Could See Electrical Shortfalls 48:26

4M ago48:26

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Door County is in an electrical region that is considered high risk for shortfalls occurring at normal peak conditions this summer and for the next 10 years based on assessment data. Door County resident Roy Thilly, who spent a career working in the electricity sector – attorney, CEO of WPPI, board member and chair of NERC – talks with Debra Fitzge…

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Ian Morgan Cron on Using the Twelve Steps for Greater Self-Awareness and Recovery 45:20

4M ago45:20

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I’m excited to welcome back Ian Morgan Cron to the show to discuss his new book, The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between. Ian is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram expert, and host of the Typology podcast. His latest book explores how the …

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The Writing Life with Author TJ Klune 1:05:20

4M ago1:05:20

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TJ Klune, author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, talks with Debra Fitzgerald about his (extremely well-written) book that was selected for this year’s Door County Reads program, which began Jan. 18 and runs through February). Klune talks about his writing process, why he writes, who he writes for – and life on a remote 10 acres in Washington stat…

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Crafting the Future: New Glarus Brewing's Bold Expansion Plans 50:05

4M ago50:05

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The craft beer industry is at an inflection point. Many upstart breweries have shuttered not long after opening, and even some of the original stars of the craft beer scene have gone bottoms-up in the last couple years. But one of the original craft breweries and most famous is doubling down. New Glarus, brewers of Spotted Cow, Moon Man and some of…

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Melissa Urban on Boundaries, Empathy, and the New Whole30 41:19

4M ago41:19

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This week, I’m excited to welcome back Melissa Urban to the show to discuss her new book, The New Whole30: A Fresh Approach to Food and Life. Melissa Urban is the co-creator and CEO of the Whole30 program, a New York Times bestselling author, and a respected voice in the wellness community. Her new book reintroduces the Whole30 program with updates…

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Dr. Michael Breus on Simple Wellness Through Breathwork, Hydration, and Sleep 59:42

4M ago59:42

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This week, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Michael Breus to the show to discuss his new book, Sleep, Drink, Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Long-Term Health. Dr. Breus, also known as “The Sleep Doctor,” is a clinical psychologist, board-certified sleep specialist, and a bestselling author. Known for making complex health topics approachable, his …

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All Too Clear - How Mussels Transformed the Lakes with Zach Melnick and Yvonne Drebert 27:12

4M ago27:12

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The husband-and-wife filmmaking team of Zach Melnick and Yvonne Drebert join Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss their new documentary film, All Too Clear, which explores how quadrillions of tiny invasive mussels, known as quaggas, are re-engineering the ecosystem of the Great Lakes at a scale not seen since the glaciers. To capture this epic change, t…

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Next steps for Fish Creek's Redmann property 30:20

5M ago30:20

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The Town of Gibraltar has finally closed on its purchase of the 118-acre Redmann property to expand Fish Creek Park. Administrator Travis Thyssen joins the podcast to talk about property and discuss what the process will look like as the town embarks on trail and park improvements for what will now be a 150-acre public space.…

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Better Public Meetings with Planners John Kamp and James Rojas 1:02:06

5M ago1:02:06

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Most public “input” sessions aren’t actually designed to put constituent feedback to use. John Kamp and James Rojas, authors of the book “Dream, Play, Build” argue that most of these sessions are used simply to tell the public what has already been decided. The sessions are usually intimidating to the average resident and aren’t designed to build c…

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