Building a Race Car From Scratch: The Truth About Dirt Track Racing w/ Jake James

Building a Race Car From Scratch: The Truth About Dirt Track Racing w/ Jake James

What does it really take to build a dirt track race car? In this episode of Brews & Cruise, Chris Jacobson sits down with a passionate dirt track racer to discuss building a dirt track race car, the future of dirt track racing, sponsorships, race-day preparation, and the realities of grassroots motorsports. If you’ve ever wondered what goes into building a competitive race car or where local dirt track racing is headed, this episode gives you an inside look from someone living it every week. We also step away from the racetrack to talk about his first cruise vacation, getting married, balancing racing with everyday life, and what the future holds both on and off the track. Topics Covered: 🏁 Building a dirt track race car from scratch 🏎️ What it really costs to go racing 💰 Finding and keeping racing sponsors 📈 The future of dirt track racing 🚗 Race-day preparation and behind-the-scenes stories 🚢 First cruise vacation experience 💍 Wedding plans and life outside racing 🎙️ Rapid-fire questions and fun stories 👇 Tell us in the comments: What’s your favorite dirt track class to watch? 👍 If you enjoy this episode, please LIKE the video, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and SHARE it with your fellow racing fans. New episodes of Brews & Cruise are released every week featuring inspiring guests, local stories, business owners, athletes, and community leaders. #DirtTrackRacing #RaceCarBuild #RaceCar #Motorsports #GrassrootsRacing #Racing #DirtTrack #BrewsAndCruise #Podcast #ChrisJacobson

Meet John Hazelton | Candidate for Winona County Sheriff

Welcome back to another episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast! In this episode, host Chris Jacobson sits down with John Hazelton, a candidate for Winona County Sheriff, for an in-depth conversation about his career in law enforcement, years of experience as an instructor, leadership philosophy, and why he’s running to serve the people of Winona County. Throughout the episode, John discusses: * His background and path into law enforcement * His experience training and mentoring other officers * Leadership roles throughout his career * Why he announced his Chief Deputy selection before the election * His vision for the future of the Winona County Sheriff’s Office * Building trust within the community * The challenges facing law enforcement today * A fun rapid-fire round to get to know him beyond the badge At Brews & Cruise, our goal is to give listeners the opportunity to hear directly from community leaders, business owners, elected officials, and local personalities through long-form conversations that go beyond the headlines. If you enjoy local podcasts and community conversations, be sure to: 👍 Like this video 💬 Leave a comment with your thoughts 📲 Subscribe for new episodes every week 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode Listen on: • YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • Pandora • iHeartRadio Follow Brews & Cruise Podcast on social media for behind-the-scenes content, upcoming guests, and episode announcements. #BrewsAndCruisePodcast #JohnHazelton #WinonaCounty #Sheriff #LawEnforcement #WinonaMN #Minnesota #CommunityPodcast #Leadership #Podcast #Election #PublicSafety

Meet Charles Rolbiecki | Candidate for Winona County Sheriff

What does a Sheriff’s Deputy actually do? What is the role of a County Sheriff? On this episode of Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with Charles Rolbiecki, candidate for Winona County Sheriff, to discuss his career in law enforcement, the responsibilities of a Sheriff’s Deputy, and what it means to serve the people of Winona County. Whether you’re interested in becoming a police officer, learning how a Sheriff’s Office operates, or getting to know one of the candidates for Winona County Sheriff, this episode offers an inside look at the profession and the people behind the badge. During this conversation, we cover: ✔️ Charles Rolbiecki’s background growing up in Winona County ✔️ Why he chose a career in law enforcement ✔️ What Sheriff’s Deputies do every day ✔️ Patrol responsibilities ✔️ Jail operations ✔️ Court security ✔️ Civil process and serving legal documents ✔️ Water patrol duties ✔️ Evictions and court procedures ✔️ Building trust with the community ✔️ Leadership in law enforcement ✔️ Memorable stories from the job ✔️ Running for Winona County Sheriff This conversation is centered on community service, leadership, and educating the public about the many responsibilities of a Sheriff’s Office. If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes in county law enforcement, this episode is for you. 👍 If you enjoy this episode, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Brews & Cruise Podcast! Your support helps us continue bringing conversations with local leaders, business owners, entrepreneurs, first responders, and community members from Winona and beyond. 🎙️ Listen on: • YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Pandora 🌐 Learn more about Charles Rolbiecki: https://rolbiecki4sheriff.com [https://rolbiecki4sheriff.com] 📱 Follow Brews & Cruise Podcast: Facebook: https://facebook.com/BrewsCruisePodcast [https://facebook.com/BrewsCruisePodcast]

How Samantha Kriesel Built a Successful Cleaning Company from the Ground Up

Samantha Kriesel, owner of Maid You Look Cleaning Co., joins the Brews & Cruise Podcast to share how she built a successful cleaning company, the realities of entrepreneurship, leadership, branding, and growing a small business in the La Crosse and Winona areas. From growing up on her grandparents' farm to watching her father build his own business, Samantha explains how hard work, perseverance, and community relationships helped shape her entrepreneurial journey. We also dive into what people don't realize about owning a cleaning company, hiring and leading a team, creating a luxury client experience, expanding into new markets, and some hilarious stories from the job—including one involving a dead chicken and a mailbox. In this episode you'll learn: • How Maid You Look Cleaning Co. got started • The mindset needed to build a successful small business • Leadership and hiring strategies • Branding and social media tips • The truth about running a service-based business • Expanding into Winona, Trempealeau, and Buffalo County • Funny behind-the-scenes cleaning stories • Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs 👍 If you enjoy conversations about entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, and local success stories, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast.

From the Press Box to Harbormaster: Andy “Wojo” Wojciechowski

In this episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with one of the most recognizable voices in Winona—Andy “Wojo” Wojciechowski. Known for his years of announcing local sporting events, supporting community organizations, and recently being named the 2026 Winona Steamboat Days Harbormaster, Wojo has been at the center of countless memorable moments throughout the community. We discuss: ✅ Growing up in Winona ✅ How he became “The Voice of Winona Sports” ✅ Memorable games, athletes, and unforgettable moments ✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from the announcer’s booth ✅ Winona’s past, present, and future ✅ Steamboat Days and being named Harbormaster ✅ Funny stories, local legends, and rapid-fire questions Whether you’re a lifelong Winonan, a sports fan, or simply enjoy hearing great stories from people who make a difference in their communities, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. 🍻 Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and enjoy this conversation with Andy “Wojo” Wojciechowski. 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: * YouTube * Spotify * Apple Podcasts * Pandora * Amazon Music * iHeartRadio 📲 Follow Brews & Cruise Podcast for new episodes every week. Winona Steamboat Days https://www.winonasteamboatdays.com [https://www.winonasteamboatdays.com]