In this inspiring conversation, Dr Lona Cook sits down with the legendary Dr Gilles LaMarche to explore his personal story of healing — a journey that began when he was told he needed immediate heart surgery at age 48 or would have only two years to live. What followed became a powerful testimony to the body’s innate ability to heal when aligned with purpose, mindset, and vitalistic living.

Dr Gilles shares the inner work, faith, and lifestyle shifts that transformed his life and health, reminding us all of the intelligence that animates and heals the body. He’ll also be joining us live at Reclamation 2026 — happening January 17, 2026, at the Historic Heyde Center for the Arts in Chippewa Falls, WI — a day designed for families, holistic professionals, and truth seekers to reconnect to the power to heal within.

Join the movement, connect with the community, and be inspired by speakers like Dr Gilles LaMarche and Dr Lona Cook. 

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Derek hits the ice to take a look at the latest NHL storylines with this week's episode

Success in a career starts with a proper work-life balanceand on this episode Sam Schlewitz tells us how learning to manage the two makes his a better person and attorney. He talks about how prioritizing hobbies, rest and social time provides more clarity in his career.  Why the advice of a mentor to avoid making “your home your office” has stuck with him. Its an inspiring reminder that being your best at work starts with taking care of yourself first.

How does one connect the traditions of the CatholicChurch with the daily lives of young people. McDonell Chaplain Father Kren and Campus Ministry Coordinator Lily Rozeski discusses on the latest episode ofMack Chat. 

In this episode, Emilie sits down with Rick Suydam with theStop Menomonie Data Center organization.  Rick’s own professional background in engineering (and emerging A.I.)  provides unique insight into the pros and cons of one of these developments. He shares what questions remain about the development, what they hope to achieve for the community going forward.

Kick back and crack open a tasty beverage as Nick talks withSean Annis of Northwoods Brew Pub in Osseo, WI.  Originally in Eau Claire, Sean moved the operation to Osseo about adecade ago. Nick and him talk craft beer, running brewpubs and how in their roles as operators one needs to wear many hats.

Sean shares insight in how the BBQ side of their menu cameout from simply trying something new.  How the routine is that there is nothing routine.

Ways he tries to integrate his business into the community.

And the “brotherhood” of the brewing company

In this episode, Molly Bushman, president of the McDonellArea Catholic Schols talks about their faith-based curriculum and shares insight into what makes their school unique. With approximately 600 students and growing, enrolled in  pre-k through high school, McDonell’s model remains as relevant as ever in the area. She also details the many options that exist that prevent tuition cost from being a barrier for entry.

Additionally, Molly discusses their plans to develop a newcampus on the east side of Chippewa Falls to replace their main building thatis almost 70 years old.

Wealthier retirees seem to think differently when it comes to retirement planning. New host Nikki Vivas joins Pat and Jesse to discuss some of the patterns of these folks, including taking taxes into account as well as preserving their assets over time.
The Purpose Driven Retirement Podcast is the podcast version of the weekly radio show with Pat Couture and Jesse Becker, financial advisors with Keystone, an Eau Claire, Wisconsin based firm. The program takes a look at topics related to retirement planning and the necessary areas to cover in putting together plans which are individually tailored to suit the needs to any particular individual or couple.

Are there litterboxes in schools?  What other mis-conceptions of what happens within schools exist?  Howare schools handling bullying? Heidi brings on Altoona Elementary Principal Leslie Lancette and Middle School Principal Steve Buss to thwart rumors and chatter that exists.

They also share insight into how the student experience has changed over the last decade.  They explain how choices have increased, as well as the layout of classrooms and the ways classes are taught. What their specific roles are and what the day for them typically looks like.

Last year, the Eau Claire Marathon started a year roundseries of 5K races to engage the running community more. Approximately 250 people participated in each of the runs, one of them being Kirsten Lee whom we meet on this month’s episode.  We learn how she got into running consistently as an adult and the motivations behindit.  While she had run sporadically in the past, it was never a passion before.

Adam, Emily and Kirsten discuss the different characteristicsof each of these themed-runs and how they keep runners like Kirsten engaged. From the Valentine’s themed run to the Halloween costume 5k, the idea is makerunning more inviting and enticing for diehards and novices alike.