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Jeffrey Feltmann, owner/operator of the Old Milwaukee Club in Ideal Corners is in studio to visit about this historic Lakes Area Club. How did this bar get its name anyway?  We're nowhere near Milwaukee!  And are you a member of the Whimpie club?  Since 1996 Jeffrey has kept the Old Milwaukee Club pretty much as original as possible.  There's a full menu and pizzas to order with a very unique inside atmosphere.  The Old Milwaukee Club has been in existence in one form or another since 1928 so you know from moment you step inside that it's going to be special!  If you've never been to the Old Milwaukee Club, Jeff says that within an hour you'll be talking with everyone else about everything. That's just the kind of relaxed bar that it is.  A great episode and a great story.  Give it a listen.

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A premier stop on a tour of the Lakes Area is Ernie's on Gull.  Mike and Chris Foy join us for a great conversation about this iconic spot just feet away from the water on Gull Lake.  Come by boat or enjoy the beautiful drive just 8 minutes from Baxter. Ernie's is the epitome of the Lakes Areas historic hospitality industry. From a full sit down meal to a quick burger at the outdoor kitchen/bar everyone in your party will find something to enjoy.   Not far away is the Mainstreet Ale House in downtown Nisswa.  Indoor and outdoor seating with 30 taps and cutting edge cuisine along with your traditional favorites.  Just South in Baxter is their newest venture in Dough Bros Wood Fired Pizza.  Fabulous wood fired pizza and great cocktails.  Mike, Chris and their staff focus on family friendly, casual experiences and that's what you'll find at any of these settings.  It's a 3 for 1 special in this episode of Pubcast Live so give it a listen!

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Jerod Ross from The Parlor Saloon  in downtown Brainerd sits down with Ken & Thor to introduce us to his bar. Jerod took over ownership New Years Eve 2018 and despite all the challenges is thrilled to be owning the Parlor.  The Parlor dubs itself the  Dart Capital of the Brainerd Lakes Area and with  8 soft tip and  5 steel tip boards.  If you like throwing you need to get to the Parlor. The Hideaway Dance Club is in the back and open Fridays and Saturdays with everything from dancing to Drag Shows!  The bar was first built in about 1920 and has plenty of history and some possible late night patrons of the spooky variety.... Listen and learn about the shelves 9 ft. up full of mysterious items.  Jerod admits that it's his secret weapon...(Heather), and the love and support of his customers that makes the Parlor Saloon the fun and inviting place that it is.  Next time your in town, swing downtown and drop into the Parlor Saloon on Laurel St.  Give this one a listen!

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Melissa and Joe Klatt invite everyone to The Snarky Loon Brewery in Jenkins , Mn.  We start out by sampling a wonderful Kolsch and proceed to try 3 different offerings and they're all terrific!  The Snarky Loon has 4 separate patios, each one offering a different feel depending on what you're in the mood for.  Plenty of parking for your vehicles with boats, etc.  There is live music on the weekends all through the summer.  Check out their Facebook page or website for entertainment. The vision behind Snarky Loon is all about having a brewery that the locals can call their own and to offer a traveler's destination for those heading north to their cabins or the lake. With those ideas in mind, Snarky Loon Brewing Company took shape. Melissa and Joe look forward to opening their door to you and share their love of craft beer.  Stop in and tell them you heard them on Pubcast Live!   

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Pubcast Live has another first!  We're interviewing CC Miles, owner of the newest bar in Brainerd!  CC's Bar is a classic example of  "They don't build 'em like that anymore!"  This building was built in the early days of NE Brainerd and has the instant charm that comes with that.  It has been carefully restored to the original brick walls and the early reviews are that it has a Great Feel!  CC is building out a patio behind the bar that should be ready soon.  They have live music planned starting June 5th.  The bar top itself is a reason enough to explore CC's.  There's a large selection of Craft Cocktails, and ice cold beers ready for your visit.  Play some pool, throw some darts . enjoy a Giovanni's Pizza, or just kick back and relax.  CC has been bartending for 10 years, loves the work,  and is excited and ready to put her own stamp on the Bar Scene in the Lakes area. Check out CC's Bar on Facebook to see exactly what we're talking about or better yet, just drop in welcome CC's Bar to NE Brainerd. 

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Nadine Albrecht sits down with Pubcast Live to talk about The Spalding bar in Crosby, Mn.   Nadine and her husband Chris purchased the bar 7 years ago and haven't stopped making big  changes since.  The bar has a 20 line tap system that has a mountain bike built in.  There are rooms for rent upstairs for people enjoying the recreation area.  Meat raffles ,  Bar Bingo at 6:00 on Sundays, and POWER HOUR!   $2.00 bottled beers or any rail drink  from  8:00 - 9:00 on Fridays and Saturdays and that's just scratching the surface!  It's nice to have the seasonal bikers around, but Nadine and Chris are most grateful for their local customers.  After all,  The Spalding is and always has been "The Local Bar" or as it's affectionately called "The Ding"  Discover all the changes in Crosby soon, and be sure to head into the Spalding for a bit while you're there!  

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Ken and Thor venture out of the studio to record a live show from the new home of Roundhouse Brewery in Nisswa, Mn.   Roundhouse has gone from a 4,000 sq. ft  brewery to over 14,000 sq. ft! We visit with Dan Meyer and Mark Lelwica and discuss the move from Brainerd and all the new changes!  They call it "The Roundhouse Experience".  There's the brewery and bar that surrounds you as you sit in the main area or up on the new Platform.  A large patio has a bandshell with live music several nights of the week as well as fire pits and more.  The Wreck Room has Axe Throwing?  Yes, it's controlled, safe, and a lot of fun.  And new this Spring the Dining Car will open.  Dan calls it an indoor Food Truck concept.  The Dining Car will serve all your favorite foods.  Call to book the event center!  Great for Grooms dinners or any group!  Lay tracks for Roundhouse Brewery and discover the new Roundhouse Experience!

Roundhouse Brewery

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Luke & Terri Ebnet and Chef/Partner Matt Annand From the Woods (Lodging and Retreat) just a few minutes North of Brainerd  join us in studio for Pubcast Live.  There's so much to unpack here that you'll have to listen to this espisode from start to finish.  From the B-Merri Gastro Pub and the Gather on 3 Event Center & Catering... to a Retro Drive in Movie Theatre?  If you haven't stopped in to the Woods for a while you really need to.  Matt has surrounded himself with incredible talent on the food side while Luke & Terri and the whole gang on the service side continue to showcase the food and drink in one of the most comfortable and inviting settings our Lakes area has to offer.  You can go from a quick beer at the rail to a full on catered wedding.  Whatever you're looking for, you'll most likely find it here at the Woods!  Just be sure to wave at Luke while he's playing on his skid-steer.

The Woods

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Chris Dunmire is no stranger to the bar business.  As a young man he did all the chores from dock boy to kitchen staff.  It's this breadth of experience that helps him understand what it takes to run a successful bar/grill that customers will want to come to again and again.  He has certainly done that with Dunmires Bar & Grill just East of Brainerd.  We discuss the trend to more specialty drinks and specialty glasses to serve them in!   Thor is foiled by a strange looking Japanese glass and is slightly embarrased by that!  Chris is also owner of the new Rocky Bottom Bar & Grill at the Y in Garrison.  Coming soon will be bands outdoors, better outdoor seating, and more.   Dunmire's is most focused on the quality of their food in the Grill and the friendliness of their staff.  As Chris says,  that's really all you need to provide a place where folks want to return time and time again!  

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Dunmires

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This week Pubcast Live gets a visit from up North.  We have Jessie Eide from Moonlite Bay.  Jessie and her husband Richard are owners and operators of one of the premiere venues on the Whitefish Chain.  Moonlite Bay is proud to be a part of the Cross Lake Community.  Last years Ice Tee Open raised $45,000.00 for Camp Knutson!  The 3rd Saturday in June is the Whitefish Chain Classic Boat Show and the 2nd Saturday in August is the Harvey Kack Memorial Cardboard Boat Races.  Make plans for these events this year and Jessie gives a big shout out to the Northern Railroad Trackers and their new train museum!  Bring the grandkids.  Moonlite Bay is undergoing a big remodel with  more patio room to come!  Great food, Great bar, and Great Employees is what will keep you coming back to Moonlite Bay in Crosslake.

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Moonlitebay.com

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