Alex Blondeau - Windflower Natives

Fergus Falls Fire Department - Ryan Muchow

In this episode, Jacob and Zane sit down with Fergus Falls Fire Chief Ryan Muchow to talk about the fire department and his role in serving our community. Throughout the episode we take on a lineup of six different hot wings prepared by Zane while discussing fire safety, history, and the many services provided the fire department. Whether you’re interested in public service, community leadership, or just enjoy getting to your community in a fun way, this episode offers a fun and fiery look into the life of Chief Ryan Muchow.

Alex Blondeau - Windflower Natives

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Blondeau from Windflower Natives to talk about his life growing up in Fergus Falls and the unique path that led him to a career in native flower and prairie preservation. We explore what sparked his passion for this work, why native plants matter, and how his efforts are helping protect what's left of our local ecosystems. Whether you're into conservation or just want to hear a great local story, this episode offers a thoughtful look at Alex’s work and impact. Sponsors: Atlas Outdoor Services Outstate Brewing Stumbeano's Victor Lundeen Co. Fergus Home and Hardware Liberty Business Systems Wayne Schuett, Century 21 Atwood Dr. Zack Chiropractic Elks Point Bar and Grill

Nate Kunde - Otter Tail Power

In this episode, we sit down with Nate Kunde, Operations Manager at Otter Tail Power, to talk about his journey from lineman to leadership. We explore the history of our local power grid, where our electricity comes from, and discuss the security and capacity of our local power systems. Nate also shares what it takes to start a career as a lineman and how others can get involved. Whether you’re interested in energy, infrastructure, or a career in the trade, this episode offers valuable insight into the power that keeps our region running. Sponsors: Atlas Outdoor Services Outstate Brewing Stumbeano's Victor Lundeen Co. Fergus Home and Hardware Liberty Business Systems Wayne Schuett, Century 21 Atwood Dr. Zack Chiropractic Elks Point Bar and Grill

The Winter Sloths

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Matt Danielson and Nick Ganoe from The Winter Sloths to hear some new music and talk about their journey toward a major opportunity: performing at the Global Citizen Festival. We dive into how the band got involved, the cause behind Global Citizen’s Top Hit Maker competition, and how the community can rally behind them to help make it happen. Whether you’re a fan of local music or just want to support hometown talent on a national stage, this episode is worth a listen. Vote For The Winter Sloths! ⬇️ https://tophitmaker.org/2025/the-winter-sloths [https://tophitmaker.org/2025/the-winter-sloths]

Zach Thomas

In this episode, we have the pleasure of bringing back local musician Zach Thomas to talk about some of the projects he’s been working on and share a few new songs. We get to hear some new studio recordings along with a couple of live performances. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering his music, this episode offers a great look at what Zach’s been creating lately. Sponsors: Atlas Outdoor Services Outstate Brewing Stumbeano's Victor Lundeen Co. Fergus Home and Hardware Liberty Business Systems Wayne Schuett, Century 21 Atwood Dr. Zack Chiropractic Elks Point Bar and Grill