Culture Clique

Today on Culture Clique we learn about pop up shops and streetwear from Max Hayden and Parker Peterson, creators of local streetwear line Mauxvelli. They recently had a pop up shop at Treedome in downtown Winona. Through our conversation, I found that pop up shops and even fashion itself aren’t always about money. In fact, for these two young entrepreneurs its all about building community. I’m Bill Stoneberg with Max Hayden and Parker Peterson, creators of Mauxvellit streetwear on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 09/05/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Living in a river town like Winona means plenty of opportunities for enjoying the outdoors and viewing a variety of wildlife. Whether you like to hike the local trails, kayak the backwaters of the Mississippi, or enjoy some time in Levee park, Winona has something to offer for everyone. But living on the river next to such natural beauty also means that we must be good stewards and take care of the natural resources around us. The city of Winona has an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service to do just that in an area called Aghaming Park and Reserve. Aghaming is enjoyed by many for fishing, kayaking or canoeing and it is especially good for birding. Today we hear from Richie Swanson, president of the Winona Bird Club about Aghaming Park and Reserve and the agreement between the city and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service. I’m Bill Stoneberg with president of the Winona Bird Club Richie Swanson, on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 08/29/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

The bluffs around the Mississippi River in southeast Minnesota are a beautiful place to live. The bluff country is full of beautiful scenery and wildlife and is even home to some threatened species and one of those species has been getting a lot of attention lately. That species is the timber rattlesnake. There has been an increased number of reports of timber rattlers in the bluffs around Winona. So many in fact, that the city of Winona held a public meeting with MN DNR officials to discuss the issue. I spoke with Nongame Wildlife Specialist Michael Worland from the MN DNR to find out a little more about timber rattlers and what to do if you encounter one. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Nongame Wildlife Specialist Michael Worland on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 08/15/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Droids, time lords, the final frontier – I found it all, at WinCon. Hosted annually at the Winona Public Library, WinCon is Winona’s answer to the national Comic Con event hosted in San Diego. The event featured keynote speakers, panels and of course, comic fans. This week on Culture Clique, we take you to the 2019 WinCon to hear from comic book illustrator Gordon Purcell, Doctor Who panelist Kathryn Sullivan and more. I’m Willard Huyck, stick around.
Original air date: 08/01/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

In today’s world of smart phones and gps, finding your around is pretty easy. But what did people do before gps? How did sailors find their way on the open seas? Today on Culture Clique we find out about early marine navigation techniques with Winona State University Professor Greg Neidhart. Greg is the Director of the Arts Administration Program at Winona State University but he was also a navigator in the U.S. Navy. Greg fills us in on the instruments and techniques sailors used to navigate as well as why these navigation skills are still important and relevant in today’s world. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Professor Greg Neidhart, on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 07/11/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Did you start a garden this year for the first time? Or maybe you’ve had a garden before but sometimes struggle to maintain it. Today on culture Clique we talk to Debra Martin from the Winona county Master Gardeners. Debra fills us in on what it takes to maintain a healthy garden as well as tips for beginners. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Debra Martin, on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 07/25/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today is the Fourth of July and this weekend many people will be hanging out with friends and family enjoying the outdoors and the summer weather. And in a river town such as Winona, many people will be hitting the water. Today on Culture Clique we talk boating safety with Troy Leibfried, Water Patrol Supervisor with the Winona County Sheriff’s Department. So if you plan to be out on the Mississippi River or a local lake this weekend, there are a lot of things you should remember for the safety of yourself, your loved ones and everyone else out on the water. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Winona County Water Patrol Supervisor Troy Leibfried, on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 07/04/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Mosquitos, ticks and gnats, oh my! Its that time of year again when pesky bugs are out to hamper your good time in the summer. But who wants that greasy smelly bugspray full of DEET all over your body? And what if you have sensitive skin? Or you don’t want your children covered in chemicals… Thankfully, there are all natural alternatives out there. On today’s Culture Clique we go to Bluff Country Co-op to talk to Hailey Beeman about making your own insect repellent. Hailey is a supplement and body care assistant at the co-op, or as she likes to say, she’s a body love assistant. Because you need to love your body inside and out. Hailey and I talked about some of the benefits of making your own bugspray and what goes into it. With the right ingredients it’s really quite easy to do. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Hailey Beeman on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 06/20/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Have you ever been to a midnight movie? What exactly constitutes a midnight movie? How did the trend get started and is it now something of the past? Today on Culture Clique we find out the answers to these questions. Local filmmaker/photographer Nathaniel Nelson takes us on a journey through the world of schlock and midnight movies during a recent Nerd Nite talk at Eds No Name Bar. Nathaniel takes us back to the origins of the midnight movie, discusses the finer points of the genre and also contemplates its future. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Nathaniel Nelson, on Culture Clique.

Original air date: 06/06/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

It’s time to get your geek on. Today on Culture Clique we go once again to Nerd Nite Winona at Ed’s No Name Bar. This time around we hear from Nathan Moore, physics professor at Winona State University. In this Nerd Nite talk Nathan poses the question, why does school lunch work better than school? I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Nathan Moore on Culture Clique.
Original air date: 06/13/19.

Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.