E. 446 | Kathleen Jensen - Founder & Creator, The Little Heart Project

E. 447 | Teresa Pulvermacher & Libby Weber, Viaro Health

In this episode, Brent and Amy are joined by Teresa Pulvermacher & Libby Weber of Viaro Health, a new direct primary care facility downtown La Crosse. Viaro Health offers comprehensive, integrated healthcare services, including primary care, chiropractic, acupuncture, behavioral health, and more. They provide affordable membership-based care with the intention of keeping patients healthy through a hospitality-focused approach. Viaro Health's hybrid model accepts insurance, offers competitive cash pricing, and provides direct primary care memberships, making healthcare accessible. The conversation explores how  Viaro Health's services and approach set it apart from other options, the benefits of its model, and how it can serve individuals, families, and businesses in the community.  Viaro Health - https://viarohealth.com [https://viarohealth.com] La Crosse Local Events Mentioned 1. The Tea Drawings Exhibition | Pump House Regional Arts Center [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/the-tea-drawings-exhibition-pump-house-regional-arts-center/] 2. All-Student Juried Art Exhibition | UWL [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/all-student-juried-art-exhibition-uwl/] 3. Free Game Friday & Karaoke Night | Driftless Axe & Arcade [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/free-game-friday-karaoke-night-driftless-axe-arcade/2025-03-14/20Driftless%20Axe%20&%20Arcade] 4. Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour | La Crosse Center [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/harlem-globetrotters-2025-world-tour-la-crosse-center/] 5. Steel Magnolias | La Crosse Community Theatre [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/steel-magnolias-la-crosse-community-theatre/2025-03-14/] 6. True West | The Commonwealth Theatre [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/true-west-the-commonwealth-theatre/2025-03-14/] 7. Gruesome Playground Injuries | Pump House Regional Arts Center [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/gruesome-playground-injuries-pump-house-regional-arts-center/2025-03-20/] 8. Poetry Circle | Pearl Street Books [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/poetry-circle-pearl-street-books/2025-03-20/]

E. 446 | Kathleen Jensen - Founder & Creator, The Little Heart Project

"Please be advised that this episode discusses the sensitive topics of suicide and miscarriage.” Brent and Amy are joined by Kathleen Jensen, Founder and Creator of The Little Hearts Project. Started in Onalaska, Wisconsin as a way to spread messages of encouragement to those who happen to find a crocheted heart, it was a way for Kathleen to process her life and trauma, and help others dealing with everything from a bad day, a miscarriage, and preventing suicide. The project has grown far beyond its local origins, with hearts being distributed and found in 40 states across the U.S. and even globally. Kathleen shares how the project has impacted people's lives, including preventing a death by suicide. The project is simple to get involved with by crocheting hearts, downloading the messages to attach to each heart, and distributing them wherever you travel. Find out more and get involved at https://www.thelittleheartproject.org/ [https://www.thelittleheartproject.org/] Events Mentioned In This Podcast 1. These Shining Lives [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/these-shining-lives-viterbo-university-fine-arts-center/2025-02-01/] - Viterbo University (Jan 31 - Feb 2)  2. Mini Mosaic Class [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/mini-mosaic-class-artpop/] - artPOP (Feb 13)  3. Winter Ecology & Wildlife Tracking [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/winter-ecology-wildlife-tracking-w-nicholas-wazeegale/] - Driftless Folk School (Feb 15)  4. Marriage of Figaro [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/the-marriage-of-figaro-weber-center-for-the-performing-arts/2025-02-21/] - Weber Center For The Performing Arts (Feb 21-23)  5. Cold War [https://lacrosselocal.com/event/pump-house-film-society-2024-2025-season-pump-house-regional-arts-center/2025-02-16/] - Pump House Regional Arts Center (Feb 16)

E. 445 | Tony DiMaggio, Farmer/Entrepreneu

In this episode of the La Crosse Local Podcast, the hosts sit down with Tony DiMaggio, the founder of Sacred Blossom Farm. Tony shares the inspiring story of how he built a thriving artisanal herbal tea business from the ground up, despite limited resources. Through his passion for sustainable farming and connection to the local community, Tony has created a unique product that nourishes both the body and the land. By the end of the episode, you will be eager to visit the farm, sample the teas, and experience the community that Tony has cultivated.

E. 444 | Be Wary - Electronic Music Duo

The electronic music duo joins Brent and Amy Be Wary, who discuss their origins, musical style, and cartoon inspiration. They explain how their choir and musical theater backgrounds have influenced their emotive and performative vocal delivery and performative live shows. New music is on the horizon, with an upcoming two-sided single produced by the Sweat Boys. Have a listen, get your dance shoes ready, and let the beat take control.

E.443 | Gregg Hall - Musician

Our hosts Brent and Amy are joined by musician Greg Hall, where they discuss his recording of his new album in Nashville, working with producer Johnny Garcia, and the community support that made the project possible through a successful Kickstarter campaign. He shares the personal stories behind some of the album's songs, including his journey to sobriety. The conversation also covers Greg's upcoming album release shows and other local events happening in the La Crosse area.