Brews & Cruise Podcast

Local Legends Unfiltered | Jeremy Littel & Uncle Gil | Part 1

This week on Brews & Cruise, Chris Jacobson sits down with Jeremy Littel from Kickass Beef Jerky and Gilbert “Gil” Jordan from Uncle Gil’s Barber Shop for one of the most entertaining episodes yet. Jeremy talks about opening a brand new Kickass Beef Jerky location in Winona, Minnesota, along with the bourbon barrel experience he plans to bring into the store. Gil shares stories from growing up in Chicago, becoming a playground basketball legend, and even playing against future NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett. The conversation also dives into how Gil became a barber, athlete haircuts, hilarious barber chair stories, entrepreneurship, local business, and what the future holds for both of them moving forward. This is PART 1 of a two-part episode series, with PART 2 releasing next Monday. 🎙️ Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Why Cherie Johnson Is Running for Minnesota State Senate

Minnesota politics impacts all of us — from our schools and small businesses to housing, taxes, public safety, and the future of our communities. In this episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with Minnesota State Senate candidate Cherie Johnson for an in-depth conversation about why she decided to run, the issues she’s hearing from constituents across the state, and her vision for the future of Minnesota. Cherie breaks down what a State Senator actually does, how state government affects everyday life, and the challenges facing both rural and urban communities throughout Minnesota. The conversation also dives into the concerns voters are bringing up most during the campaign trail, the importance of leadership, and what she hopes Minnesota looks like in the years ahead. Whether you follow politics closely or just want to better understand the issues impacting Minnesota families, businesses, and communities, this episode offers an honest and informative discussion from inside the race for Minnesota State Senate. * CORRECTION: $18 Billion Surplus 🎧 Listen On: • YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • iHeartRadio • Amazon Music • Pandora 📲 Follow Brews & Cruise Podcast for more local interviews, community conversations, politics, business owners, musicians, and stories from around Minnesota and beyond. Cherie Johnson https://cheriejohnsonforsenate.com [https://cheriejohnsonforsenate.com] Sponsor Jacobson Real Estate Co. https://jacobsonrealestatecompany.com [https://jacobsonrealestatecompany.com] Brews & Cruise Podcast https://brewsandcruisepodcast.com [https://brewsandcruisepodcast.com]

This Local Nonprofit Is Making a Huge Impact (Winona's Angels)

In this episode, we sit down with Winona's Angels a nonprofit organization helping families in need throughout Winona County, Minnesota. We discuss their mission, community impact, fundraising events, real family stories, and how they are changing lives locally. If you’re interested in: ✔️ Winona community stories ✔️ Minnesota nonprofits ✔️ Local charity organizations ✔️ Helping families in need ✔️ Community fundraising events ✔️ Inspiring podcast interviews …this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🔥 In this episode: - How Winona's Angels started - The need they saw in the Winona community - Stories from families they’ve helped - Programs and year-round support - Community partnerships in Winona County - -Upcoming fundraising events - Their future vision and growth plans 🎯 Upcoming Fundraisers & Events: 🏐 Volleyball Tournament 🎯 Bean Bag Tournament 🛍️ Silent Auctions 👕 Merch Table 💻 Facebook Fundraisers 💲 Venmo Donations Winona's Angels continues to make a major impact on local families and the Winona community through compassion, support, and outreach. 👇 SUPPORT WINONA'S ANGELS https://www.winonasangels.com [https://www.winonasangels.com] https://www.facebook.com/winonasangels/ [https://www.facebook.com/winonasangels/] 🎙️ ABOUT BREWS & CRUISE PODCAST: The Brews & Cruise Podcast features conversations with local businesses, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, musicians, creators, and community leaders from Winona, Minnesota and beyond. 📅 New episodes every Monday at 6:00 AM 🎧 Listen On: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Music Pandora iHeartRadio 👍 LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE • SHARE

What the Chamber of Commerce Really Does | Christie Ransom on Winona’s Growth

What does a Chamber of Commerce actually do—and how does it impact a city like Winona, Minnesota? In this episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with Christie Ransom, President & CEO of the Winona Area Chamber of Commerce, to break down how the Chamber supports local businesses, organizes major community events, and plays a key role in downtown development and economic growth in Winona, MN. We dive into popular Winona events like Crazy Days, Parade of Trucks, Streets & Treats, Big Muddy, Leadership Winona, and more, along with the Chamber’s involvement in housing, new business growth, and revitalizing the downtown corridor. If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or local resident interested in small town growth, economic development, and how Chambers of Commerce work, this episode gives you a full behind-the-scenes look. 🎯 In This Episode, We Cover: * What a Chamber of Commerce is and what it does * How the Winona Area Chamber supports local businesses * The impact of community events in Winona, Minnesota * Downtown revitalization, housing, and economic development * How small towns grow and attract new businesses * The future of Winona, MN and what’s coming next 🍻 About Brews & Cruise Podcast: The Brews & Cruise Podcast features real conversations over drinks with local business owners, entrepreneurs, and people with stories to tell. New episodes drop every Monday at 5:00 AM featuring guests from Winona, Minnesota and beyond.

Dad Life, Trivia Nights & Building a Sourdough Business | Andrew Elmquist Returns for Round 3

This week on the Brews & Cruise Podcast, we welcome back a returning guest for the THIRD time—after a previous episode and even a trivia battle appearance. We dive into what dad life is really like, from the chaos to the best moments, and how becoming a parent changes everything. We also talk about hosting trivia nights at Two Fathoms Brewing—including some of the wildest moments and most competitive teams. On top of that, we get into how a passion for sourdough turned into a growing business, what it takes to make great bread, and the challenges of turning a hobby into something bigger. And of course, we couldn’t skip Minnesota sports—breaking down the excitement around the Minnesota Timberwolvesand Minnesota Wild playoff runs. Real conversations, good laughs, and a little bit of everything—just how we like it. 🍻 Paul's Original Bread Co. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576543283433 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576543283433] Sponsor Jacobson Real Estate Co. https://jacobsonrealestatecompany.com [https://jacobsonrealestatecompany.com] Brews & Cruise Podcast https://brewsandcruisepodcast.com [https://brewsandcruisepodcast.com]