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Snow is officially on the ground, which is great timing for today's guest. But before he hops on the show, Isaiah, Colton and Jacob discuss their trip to the cities to watch the Pequot Lakes Patriots at State. While it didn't turn out like we all wanted, the atmosphere was unreal, Great season Patriots! Now... the BLA has one football team left, and that is none other than the Staples Cardinals who are headed to the Prep Bowl. So everyone say it with us... LET'S GO CARDINALS!

Now... for the most important part of the show... the GUEST SEGMENT (brought to you by Lakes Area CPAs). Sit back and relax for this super entertaining interview with our friend Cory Jay, who seems to own half of the business in the Brainerd Area. In all honesty though, Cory has had quite the year! He was named the first ever WAVE Professional of the Year, plus multiple awards in the Best of Brainerd Lakes contest, including beating out our own Jacob Blaeser for BEST LOCAL CELEBRITY. Annnnd all of this while totally rebranding his 'ADVANTAGE EMPIRE'!
So tune in to hear all about Advantage Home Pros, The Smokestack and many more projects and events Cory has been a part of this past year. Thanks again to Cory for hoppin on the show!

After Cory heads out, the guys talk a little 'Local BLA Happenings' (Brought to you by Hanneken Insurance). A LOT of girls high school basketball talk, and of course on the top of that list is Crosby's Tori Oehrlein's College Announcement.

We hope everyone enjoys this episode and has a great weekend!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Hi Listen Local Friends and Family!

We're not gonna lie... today's show was a bit all over the place.

From proper pull tab etiquette to what's really going on with the Pequot Lakes Bobber. Speaking of the Bobber, THE GARBOLOGIST and Pequot Mayor Tyler Gardner stops by to chat.

Plus, stop us if you haven't heard this before... more high school football talk. What can we say, there are a couple of REALLY good teams in the area that have now made it to the Section Semi Finals at US Bank Stadium.

All of that and more on this week's episode of the Listen Local Podcast!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Hey Listen Local Fam... Hunting Opener is HERE!

Whether you're going to be out in the stand, or spending your weekend around town, there's a lot to do in the BLA this weekend. We'll touch on all of that, but first...

Our pal, and Land & Hunting Specialist, Jordan Yira hops on the show to talk everything hunting, AND WE MEAN EVERYTHING (those horny dear better watch out).

To go along with the huntin' talk, we discuss local BLA Happenings, some unreal local sports teams, and other Lakes Area news.

Thanks to Jordan, and all of our wonderful listeners!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Hello Listen Local Listeners!

This is OFFICIALLY our last episode before the election, and man have some of these local elections started to heat up, specifically... Nisswa Mayor. That Race has gotten not only local and statewide attention, but even national stories!

So, while we planned on doing a big breakdown of the Best of Brainerd Lakes contest, and some other local BLA hot topics, we did have a surprise guest stop by towards the end of the show to really give some great insight on some of Nisswa's main discussion points. Councilman - and Nisswa native - Jesse Zahn dives into, and provides the public facts, on points that both Mayor Ryan and Jennifer Carnahan mentioned while they were on their respective Listen Local episodes. From discussion of Nisswa's current debt (plus bonds and levies) to the city's potential big picture projects and even dives into his thoughts about both mayoral candidates. Very, VERY good stuff from Jesse. Thanks to him for taking time to stop by!

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Hello Listen Local Fam! Do we have a FUN one for you!

On this show, the Listen Local crew heads back to their alma mater - Pequot Lakes High School - to catch up with the Head Coach of the Varsity Football team AND Athletic Director, Bill Magnuson. Mags, who was just named the MN Vikings High School Coach of the Week, dives into what made this team "special," and what's gone into the undefeated regular season as they head into playoffs. This wasn't the first time Mags has been on the show either, last year he stopped by before the 2023 season started to chat football. Oh, and since that show.. his Patriots have only lost 1 regular season game in two years!
Also, hopping on this episode, while they were on their lunch break are Quarterback Michael Oseland and Defensive star Jackson Jorgens to chat about the "buzz" behind this year's team.

After the football team hops off the show, a special guest stopped by, High School Principal Aaron Nelson to talk all things PLHS. From this weekend's home football playoff game to winter sports kicking off to Nerf Wars... yes, you heard us right, NERF WARS!

Oh, and you think that's all? Oh no... ANOTHER special guest stopped by, the one and only Pequot Lakes Police Chief Mike Davis. Chief Davis discusses the hype behind Pequot Lakes sports in general, how they have become a sports powerhouse - both boys and girls sports - and how he and his police force enjoy working at sporting event's like this weekend's football game.

Thanks to Coach Mags, PLHS Football Players Jackson and Michael, Principal Nelson, and Chief Davis for joining this jam packed episode!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Hello Listen Local Fam,

It is STILL Fall outside, and it is STILL Campaign season, which is once again the focus of today's episode!

Nisswa Mayoral Candidate, and owner of Primrose Park Boutique, Jennifer Carnahan stops by to chat about why she decided to run for Nisswa mayor. While Jennifer has a very extensive background in Politics on a National and State-wide level, her focus has now turned to the local level here in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Tune in to hear all about Jennifer, what she feels she can bring the city of Nisswa if elected mayor, and some of the highs and lows of running for political office, even in a smaller town.

Thanks again to Jennifer for stopping by!

After Jennifer signs off, Isaiah and Jacob talk a lot of football, mainly two teams who haven't lost this season in the Mn Vikings and Pequot Lakes Patriots. Plus, some fun fall events happening in the next couple of weeks in the Lakes Area. Annnnd some local news headlines.

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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We have a full show today Listen Local Listeners!

Let's get right into it!

First we have RETURNING Listen Local Guest Isabel Glover from the Babinski Foundation to tell us about this year's Fall Festival and Haunted Trail. It all starts Friday evening, and Isabel dives into all of the fun events happening out there. The Listen Local crew was out there last year, and let us tell ya... You're not going to want to miss this year's!

After Isabel heads out, Joel Ebnet from Wild Acres stops by the show to discuss everything Wild Acres. Joel, who is now third generation when it comes to the Wild Acres Ebnet fam, tells us why he knew from a young age he was going to be a big part of the family business. He also talks about the growth, where you can find their Turkey, Chicken Duck and other birds around the area, and even what its like seeing their product in stadiums and high end supper clubs in Minneapolis.
Annnd, we couldn't let Joel go without talking a little Vikings. So he sticks around for the BLA local Happenings, events and news segment!

Thanks again to both Joel and Isabel for taking time to come into the studio for today's show.

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Fall is officially here Listen Local Fam!

The weather has been absolutely amazing, the leaves turning, and the Fall events in the BLA are in full throttle. Whether you're a fan of Beer and Live Music, Autumn Hikes, Haunted Trails, Bonfires and even a sunset cruise the Brainerd Lakes Area has it all!

Another perfect thing to do during this time of year... Fall Golf... It. Is. The. Best.
On that note, the Listen Local guys catch up with Canadian Golf Influencer Josh Rutherford of Slingin' It Sports and Bogey Bros Golf Co. Ambassador. Josh and some of his crew just stayed at Craguns and golfed at the Legacy Courses. They even stayed at the new "Private Collection" Homes that are on the Lehman Course. Of course they talk all about golf, but we really dive into why he feels golf in the BLA is just "special."
Josh even compares the Craguns Legacy Courses to other places he's golfed around the world, and how it stacks up. Thanks Josh for taking time to call in.

Ok, back to the 'Fall-Talk'... the guys talk about local happenings, events, sports and more BLA news!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Helloooo Listen Local Listeners!

Election season is upon us on the National, State and Local levels. While the crew doesn't often discuss politics on the show... Colton, Isaiah and Jacob did catch up with Nisswa Mayor John Ryan on today's episode. Mayor Ryan, who has lived in the Brainerd Lakes Area almost his entire life, on why he felt it was important to run for re-election and dives into why he is the best choice for Nisswa Mayor in this upcoming election. He also dives into what city projects he's been a part of during his tenure, and which he is looking forward to if he gets re-elected. Including one that would be a HUGE change to Ye Old Pickle Factory.
Thanks to Mayor Ryan for joining the show, and good luck in this upcoming election!

Also on today's show we continue to discuss the upcoming 50 States 50 Dates game show, which will be LIVE at the Canoe and Paddle Pub at Cragun's on Tuesday October 1st! Find out all about that by clicking THIS LINK

Annnd, TODAY is the Mighty Oaks Mental Health Resiliency Event with Chad Robichaux at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts from 6-8pm. Plus, tons of other fall events in the area coming up, including many different locations for Oktoberfest, Haunted Trails and more!

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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Hi Listen Local Fam!

Well do we have a fun one for you today, especially you single BLA Ladies!!!!

On today's show we catch up with Matthew Wurnig from the popular social media series, 50 Dates 50 States. Matt goes into the history of the viral tiktok series discussing everything from why he started it to where he's and the show is at today, being in it's 3rd season.
Now, you're probably wondering what the tie is to the BLA... Well do we have something fun for you! For his next round of Dates, Matt will be headed up to Craguns to partner with them, along with BlazeAir and Listen Local for a entertaining twist on how Matt will be selecting his BLA Date. There will be a DATING GAME SHOW! With BlazeAir and Listen Local crews being the judges and emcee of this 'event.' So... BLA Gals, if you want a chance to be on this show, and possibly be selected as Matt's date, click this link: 50 Dates 50 States Heads to Craguns Resort
Thanks to Matt for joining today's show and looking forward to having him in town for this collab!

Also on today's show, the infamous Abigael joins as she'll be one of the judges for the Dating Game Show. She tells us what she's going to be looking for when judging the ladies for the potential date with Matt.

Plus, we do have some other newsworthy topics and events here in the Lakes Area, beginning with a Crosby man facilitating the largest sports card deal in history, a $1.7 million sale of a 1961 Wilt Chamberlain card. It is literally "one-in-a-million! So tune in to hear more about that, as well as a busy fall of things to do in the BLA.

Thanks again to everyone who joined the show today.

And as always... Thanks to our sponsors Hanneken Insurance, Lakes Area CPAs, Hills Detailing Center, Posture Pro Chiropractic, Craguns Legacy Courses and of course our presenting sponsor Tyler Gardner with Pequot Lakes and Gull Lake Sanitation!

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