We had a conversation with Andrew Temte about his second book, “The Balanced Business.” During our chat, we explored the book’s purpose, its target audiences, the advice it offers to new entrepreneurs, insights for thought leaders, Andrew’s Saturday morning MUSE, and the common experience of feeling self-doubt when starting a business.

You can find more interviews like this at lacrosselocal.com.

We hopped on a call with musician Caley Conway to dive deep into her latest EP, “Only A Dark Cocoon.” It turns out there’s quite an interesting backstory to its creation. During our conversation, we also explored the realms of songwriting, recording, and the art of performing.

Don’t miss the chance to catch Caley Conway live in La Crosse, Wisconsin, at the upcoming Mid West Music Fest this November.

You can find more conversations at lacrosselocal.com.

We had a conversation with the team at the United Fund For the Arts and Humanities (UFAH), during which we delved into the organization’s history, its significant role within La Crosse, its various programs, fundraising efforts, and ways for individuals to stay updated on their activities.

You can find more conversations on our website https://lacrosselocal.com.

We had the opportunity to engage in a discussion with Zachary Stensen and Jacqueline Marcou from the City of La Crosse Arts Board. Our conversation covered a range of topics including new programming, ways to become involved with the board, a recent award they received, the introduction of new grants, and the positive economic impact of a vibrant arts scene.

You can find more conversations on our website https://lacrosselocal.com.

We had the opportunity to engage in a conversation with Ben from PECO Studio. During our discussion, we delved into the fascinating world of glass art, gaining insights into the intricate technique of kiln-formed fused glass and discovering the profound influences that water, lava, and island life have on his work.

Our conversation further delved into the intricate process of working with glass, exploring aspects such as color choices, the level of ease in handling the medium, and gaining a sneak peek into the exciting developments on the horizon for this talented artist.

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Join us as we delve into the world of live music photography with the talented Jessica Miller, who continually captures the vibrant essence of music festivals and musicians in our region.


In our conversation, we explore Jessica’s initial fascination with cameras, her enduring passion for live music, her preferred subjects to photograph, and get a sneak peek into her upcoming projects.

For more engaging discussions, visit our website at lacrosselocal.com.

We connect with storyteller, mime, and artist Motoko. We chatted about Asian folktales, ghost stories, as well as oral memoirs from her childhood. We get into the practice of storytelling and what to expect from her upcoming performances.


See Motoko LIVE at the The Sandbar Storytelling Festival October 12-14 in Winona, MN.

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We reconnected with Michael Perry, we chatted about the themes of his new book “Forty Acres Deep”, we got into the author’s hesitation with the book, a winter shed collapse that inspired it, and the agricultural mental health movement that touches on depression and anxiety.

Catch Michael Perry LIVE at the Pump House Regional Arts Center.

We talked with Artist Tiana Traffas, working in a variety of mediums and styles, we explored what led to art and creation, inspiration, arts services and offerings, and what is coming up for this local and versatile artist.

You can find more conversations on our website lacrosselocal.com.

We connect with Gaby Marván, a paper maché sculptor working in the Mexican folk art tradition. We talk about the history of the craft and the start of the Mexican Folk Art Collective.

Check out the Mexican Folk Art Collective Exhibition at the Pump House September 13th – November 4th, 2023.

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