K-Wal Cast

Doug Wolking: From the Chili Line to the Front Line

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2333309/open_sms] Doug and Nick met as clock-punchers at Skyline Chili over 25 years ago.  Doug was the manager calling shots and Nick was scrubbing dishes in the tank.  Over time, they served up a steaming plate of friendship that brings them into the recording dungeon.   Now, Doug keeps the citizens of Independence, Kentucky safe while wearing the Blue and Nick makes podcasts in his spare time. In this episode, we take you on Doug's journey from the steam table to the police cruiser.  What's it like making a career change?  What lessons does he bring from the world of customer service to the side of the road while talking to nervous drivers?  And what is the day in the life of a police officer in the Kentucky suburbs like? Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Andrew Goering: From Alaska to Europe to Law School

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2333309/open_sms] Andrew Goering takes us on a fascinating journey from the frigid frontiers of Alaska to the complex world of financial crimes compliance. Growing up in a place where schools only closed at -50°F and carrying survival gear was as normal as bringing your wallet, Andrew developed a sense of exploration and adventure that led him across the globe. Andrew explains why he'd rather face a bear than a moose in the Alaskan wilderness, shares his family's annual ritual of catching an entire year's worth of salmon in a single weekend, and describes what it's like living in countries where English isn't the primary language. We'll also learn how "Law school is fun, but not in the way that fun is fun."  Sounds lovely.  Enjoy! Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Michael Mouser: Firefightin' Hockey Dad

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2333309/open_sms] Michael Mouser grew up in a big family in a small town in bourbon country .  In this episode,  he shares his journey from rural Kentucky, where he first learned firefighting, to his life as a hockey parent up north.  We discuss the emotional weight of first response responsibilities, but also where to find the best cheap grub around the region and which bands do politics the best. Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Lars Soderlund: An Old Friend

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2333309/open_sms] In this episode, we reconnect with my old friend from grade school, Lars Soderlund.  We reflect on skipping a grade (or two) into high school and delve into Lars's journey from a grade school friend to a college English professor, touching on the nuances of academia, the pressures of publishing, and the importance of mentorship in education.  We discuss how these formative experiences have intertwined with our professional lives and shaped our perspectives on teaching and learning today. We explore the nature of work, productivity, what companies know about us, and how to become a therapist.   Please welcome, Lars Soderlund! Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.

Brian Garner: Election Turmoil in a Small Town

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2333309/open_sms] How could a small election mishap turn a community upside down? In this episode, we venture into the world of local politics with my brother-in-law, Brian Garner, a city commissioner from Union, Kentucky. Brian takes us behind the scenes of what can happen when an election goes wrong. This episode sheds light on the rapid and costly legal battles candidates endure when elections are contested, revealing just how precarious maintaining transparency and fairness in local governance can be. Brian recounts the aftermath of the election and a city commission meeting filled with tension and unexpected political maneuvering that left the community buzzing.  If you'd like to learn more about Brian, you can follow his socials on Facebook and Blue Sky here: https://www.facebook.com/BrianGarnerKY http://briangarnernky.bsky.social/ Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzsprout.com for more information.