Habitat for Humanity recently announced the appointment ofPhil Swiler as the organization’s new local executive director. Phil has been intertwined in the community for a couple of decades, serving in a variety of sales, marketing and volunteering roles. Now he is embarking on a new chapter taking over the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity.

-           The role his community-minded parents played inhis upbringing

-           The connection he has with his large family

-           Why he has embraced serving on various boards

-           What goals has he been tasked with upon takingthis role

-           How can community help?

#eauclaire #businesspodcast #changingcareer #servingthecommunity #volunteering #podcast #podcastrecommendation

Dave Solberg is officially new Eau Claire City Manager to the enjoyment of many...why his selection is a reminder that things overall are good here...why a special event at the Pablo Center is another highlight for our region.

#eauclaire #localpodcast #chippewavalley #localevents #currentevents #podcastrecommendations

The Wilson Place Museum celebrates a major milestone thisyear, reaching 50 years. Stephanie Perry shares the rich history behind this beloved community staple the impact its had and the people who have shaped its legacy. She gives us a brief auditory tour of this building and other iconiclandmarks.  And what’s in store with a special 50th anniversary celebration weekend this June.

We also learn about the new trolley tours coming toMenomonie this summer! Yes, Menomonie will finally have a trolly (sort of)

#menomonie #localhistory #wisconsinhistory#historypodcast #localevents #localpodcast

This week Dan from MarcOn Shooting starts by explaining the pledge of allegiance. He talks about what it is to be a role model for a younger generation, how the school system can stifle the potential children can have and school staff not always being the best role models for students. He goes on to talk about the lessons he’s learned from becoming a role model to a younger friend, especially evaluating the consequences of your actions before you do them instead of dealing with the consequences afterwards.

#currentevents #realtalk #intheheadlines #politicspodcast#podcastrecommendation #wisconsinnews #eauclaire #listenlocal #nationalnews#socialissues #shootingschool #gunsafety

Pillar’s resident agricultureguy, Mike DeLong is on to celebrate June being Dairy Month. It’s a commemoration that was established in 1937. 35% of Pillar’s customers are in the ag sector. Mike gives us a rundown of the various events going on in the region, including the various dairy breakfast.

#dairymonth #agpodcast #wisconsindairy #milkproducers #agbusiness #wisconsinfarmers

With so many opinions about how much you should save or when you should retire, it’s easy to wonder if you’re doing enough. In this donut hole, the Money Donuts® crew discusses why financial timelines look different for everyone and how calculators, goal setting, and expert advice can help you understand where you really stand.

Presented by Fries Financial

With four major music events, and a host of other activity,Chippewa Valley Music Festivals has long been one of the stalwarts in the area’s entertainment scene.  Wade Asherjoins us to give a glimpse at what’s ahead in 2026 for Hoofbeat, Rock Fest and Force Fields.  The unique position their festivals are in that allows them to draw audiences from hundreds of miles away creating a significant local economic impact. 

And we learn the shocking that  Marshmallow told Wade about the future of their EDM Force Fields event

If you’ve ever wondered what happens before the first noteis played, or why these events have become a summer can’t miss, this is an episode for you

#GoChippewaCounty #LiveMusic #FestivalSeason#RockMusicFestival #CountryMusicFestival #EDMFestival #WisconsinMusic#podcastrecommendations

Its the Chippewa Valley's Game Show! Hosted by The Phoenix Taproom and Kitchen, listen to this month's episode to see which of our celebrity guests comes out on top

Keenan Crawford (Poquette, Donnellan & Schlewitz)

vs.

Dan Hunt (Union Bateaux Soccer Club)

#eauclairepodcast #gameshow #comedypodcast #downtowneauclaire #liveentertainment #podcastrecommendations

Thunderstorms, fireworks, vet visits, strangers at the door-life can be scary for our four-legged friends sometimes.  Heather talks about how to help your dog navigate fearful moments with patience, understanding and practical strategies. Why do dogs get scared? How do we recognize signs of stress in our dog? What are ways to ease anxiety and build confidence in particular scenarios.

#dogpodcast#dogtrainingtips #doglife #petpodcast #wisconsin #dogowners #happydogs

Thunderstorms, fireworks, vet visits and more can makelife scary for dogs.  Heather is here toprovide practical ways to ease circumstances that may be sources of anxiety foryour dog.

#dogpodcast#dogtrainingtips #doglife #petpodcast #wisconsin #dogowners #happydogs

We reach the season finale of EduCast with the annual episode highlighting two of this year's Valedictorians at Altoona. Heidi introduces us to Gabby Schilling and Braylin Siverling who share insight in their scholastic careers both in and out of the classroom and with both academics and other activities. What are some of their earliest school memories and the education professionals who stood out for them?

Gabby is headed to UW-Madison and Braylin is going to UW-La Crosse. What are they majoring in and the career ambition's they have going in?