The Menom Podcast

It is EPISODE FIFTY and we are thrilled to be joined by the funniest man from Menomonie, Tim Harmston. Tim's mother still lives in Menomonie so we begin the conversation with all the shenanigans of running a local garage sale and dive into his career as a stand up comedian. This is a must listen! Tim Harmston started doing comedy in 2002 at the Mall of America, easily one of the most impressive malls in the Upper Midwest. In 2003, Tim won Acme Comedy Company’s Funniest Person in the Twin Cities competition, something he will be sure to tell people when he's an old man in a bar. Tim has worked in some of the best clubs and theaters from Los Angeles to New York City. He has made TV appearances on Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central, and NBC’s Last Comic Standing. Tim's comedy has been described as “absurd," “sharp,” “hilarious," and “other.” Check out his tour dates at TimHarmston.com

Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.

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Tom Sampson (Machine Shed) joins the show to explain there is way more to him than just muscles. A guy who used Crossfit to take control of his life after a stint in jail, Sampson is a celebratory story of a small business owner who is giving back to the community in more ways than you can imagine. This conversation is more than flipping tires, it is about his life journey to help those around him who are struggling. This is a must listen.

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Hosts: Becca Schoenborn and Dustyn Dubuque

It is our first episode of season 3 and we are joined by interim director, Rick Remington, of Landmark Conservancy to discuss many geologic wonders of the area. Enjoy and in depth discussion on The Devil's Punchbowl, Menomonie parks and some of Rick's favorite places he has been involved in in Northwestern Wisconsin. Landmark is a non-profit conservation organization serving 20 counties in western and northwestern Wisconsin.  We work primarily with private landowners who wish to conserve their land in perpetuity.  Conservancy staff evaluates and select potential projects based on notable conservation values.  We also work with local municipalities, state, and federal entities to create public preserves and trails for all to enjoy.  Our primary tools for land protection are conservation easements and land acquisition. Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque Learn more about our podcast at themenompod.com.

KT Gallagher, Health Officer - Director, joined the podcast to chat about all the great things the Dunn County Health Department can do for you and your family. Gallagher also speaks on what it was like to be in this position during the pandemic and gives your hosts fun surprise gifts on the air. For more information, head to https://www.co.dunn.wi.us/healthdepartment. Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque Learn more about our podcast at themenompod.com.

In Episode 1, listeners got to know a little bit about us, Dustyn and Becca.  Since then, a lot has changed in our lives so we decided to do a dive into who we are and what we like to do.  Off microphone, we riff a lot, which is why we wanted to start a podcast celebrating this great community.  Enjoy a bit of discussion on some of our passion projects, what we do for fun and some rambling.

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By the time you end this episode, you will ask, how does Ashley do everything she does while raising three children? Ashley Asher is the Executive Director of Girls on the Run Chippewa Valley, Mabel Tainter board member, event planner, volunteers and admirably ran for Mayor of Menomonie during the prior election cycle.  We know listeners will have fun hearing Ashley's journey to become one of the prominent public figures in Menomonie, her energy is infectious in the Chippewa Valley.  

Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.  Please like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

No small business is more synoymous or loved in the town of Menomonie than Teds Pizza.  For over 50 years, Jim and his family have been slinging pizzas for patrons from around the area.  Known for their thin crust, square sliced, hand made pizzas, Jim takes us on a journey of his past on how his family immigrated from Greece and wound up in Menomonie.  Sit back and listen to great stories, why they have chosen Menomonie as their home, what it is like running a family business and what is the best pizza Jim has ever eaten?!  Please "like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Instagram at The Menom Podcast.

Podcast hosts: Becca Shoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque

What is it like to purchase a small bookstore in Downtown Menomonie in 2023?  Well, this question will be answered by owner, Ann Vogl, after recently purchasing Bookends on Main and creating Dragon Tale Books.  We learn about how this venture came to be, what changes she is bringing to the store and what Menomonie needs an independent book seller.  Ann, Dustyn and Becca also give book recommendations because, why not?  Please give us a like on Facebook and a follow on Instagram.  Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.

Tim Nelson has become a staple of the Young Professional community in Menomonie over the past five years.  Tim fills us in on the current housing market, tips and tricks to purchasing real estate and why living in this area has such appeal. Please give us a like on Facebook and a follow on Instagram.  Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.

Sifia Jevne is a renaissance woman in the Menomonie area.  By day, she is our Dunn County Treasurer while on weekends (occasionally) you can finder her with the Menomonie Theater Guild as a Board Member and performer.  Sifia dives into tax season and what to be on the lookout for while transitioning into the greatness that is the Theater Guild and what they bring to this community.  Hosts: Becca Shoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.  Like us on Facebook, Follow us in Instagram and rate us on Spotify.

Celebrating their four year anniversary in January 2023, Brewery nonic owner Ryan Verdon joins us to discuss opening a brewery, saving a history train depot building and why beer in Menomonie brings people together.  As time went on, a partnership was formed.  Chef Stacy began serving hungry customers at Brewery nonic during the pandemic, this led to such popularity that she is serving multiple times a week out of her very own Brewery nonic food trailer!  Her recipes are unique and bring in a crowd, great beer + great food, what could be better?  Hosts: Becca Shoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque.  Like us on Facebook, Follow us in Instagram and rate us on Spotify.

Patina Vintage opened in Downtown Menomonie after the Bounce Back grant was initiated by the state of Wisconsin. This grant allowed many small businesses to open in vacant store fronts after the pandemic.  Kayla Blue, owner of Patina Vintage, used this grant to open a wonderful refurbished furniture store.  We chat with her about her eye for vintage items, her love for small business and her passion for making something that is old, feel new.  We also chat about the best kinds of pie, because, why not?!  Co-Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Becca Schoenborn.  Please give us a "like" and "follow" on both Facebook and Instagram

Avid listeners know, Co-Host Becca Schoenborn loves food, so we had to have the owner of one of our favorite eateries in Menomonie, Log Jam Bar & Eatery.  Kristin Schenck joins us to discuss the wonders of owning a restaurant, her love for the community, the difficulties of the pandemic and why she loves Menomonie.  Who knows, she may open something else in the are in the future.  Co-Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Becca Schoenborn.  Please give us a "like" and "follow" on both Facebook and Instagram

We are so excited to be joined by Micah (owner of Studio MLM) and Maysa (owners of BarbaLynn Vintage), both in downtown Menomonie and yes, they are a father daughter combo!  Learn about what exactly Studio MLM is and how Micah built such a successful business.  Maysa explains her love of vintage clothing and what it is like having an entrepreneur father and how that guided her future.  This is a fun episode!  Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Becca Schoenborn.  Please like and follow The Menom Podcast on Facebook and Instagram.

It is election season, so we welcome Andrew Mercil, Dunn County Clerk, to discuss the importance of voting in your local election.  Mercil discusses all the ways to vote, who is on the ballot and how important your local poll workers are to the success of an election.  Be sure to get out and vote on November 8th. Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque and Becca Schoenborn.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at The Menom Podcast.

This week on The Menom Podcast, we discuss our re-branding and the future of the podcast.  Becca and Dustyn are so excited to continue to bring you great guests and a fun podcast to those in the area.  Tammy Simon joins them to answer the questions only she can.  What is tourism? What do we promote? Who is Menomonie? and what is going on in the city?  We could not have asked for a better guest for our freshly branded pod.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at The Menom Podcast. 

This week on Downtown Menom we chat with Downtown Menomonie Board Member and Distilled game creator, Dave Beck.  Distilled is an upcoming table top game release all about crafting spirits.  The game was so popular on Kickstarter that it made the front page of the website, now Beck has expanded the game into dozens of languages and is set to ship across the world.  Beck has a vast knowledge of whiskey and more.  Check out this amazing success story.  Hosts: Becca Schoenborn and Dustyn Dubuque. Learn more about Paverson Games on Facebook.

This week on Downtown Menom we welcome our first returning guest, Wade Lambrigtsen of Vintage Sign Shop.  Wade is an artist, small business owner and muralist.  Known as the "sign guy" in Menomonie, Wade tells us about his talents of creating historic signs, creating signs for Leinenkugel's and being a Walldogs muralist.  Give Vintage Sign Shop a "like" on Facebook.  Hosts: Becca Schoenborn and Dustyn Dubuque.

This week on Downtown Menom we're talking to Emilie Menz, local musician and the new owner of La Dee Dah. We talk about what makes Menomonie special, all the updates she has made to the store since buying the business, and plenty about music and summer fun. 

Find Lah Dee Dah on Facebook at facebook.com/Ladeedahgiftshop/ 

Hosts: Becca Schoenborn and Dustyn Dubuque 

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Becca and Dustyn sit down with co-owner of Diablo Blue, Paul Wilkes, to hear about his connection to Menomonie and his upcoming concert in Downtown Menomonie. 

Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque

This week Becca is back and we sit down with Barbara Bauer-Chen, owner of C&J's Candy Store and Scoop Shoppe. Learn about her time in the military, how she found her way to Menomonie, and what went in to opening a candy shop during the pandemic. Enjoy! 

Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Becca Schoenborn

This week we're sitting down with the owner and brewer at Zymurgy Brewing Co. downtown Menomonie. Hear about his favorite and least favorite beers, more about his history, and how he wound up owning a brewery. 

Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Jeff Frawley

On this week's episode, Dustyn and guest host, Jeff, sit down with Menomonie's Chief of Police, Eric Atkinson to learn more about him and his history in Menomonie and policing. 

Hosts: Dustyn Dubuque & Jeff Frawley 

This week on Downtwon Menom we are chatting with UW-Stout Chancellor, Katherine Frank! Learn more about her, what she likes to do in Menomonie, and what she's looking forward to in the future.

Hosts: Becca Schoenborn & Dustyn Dubuque

This week we interview Melissa Kneeland of the Dunn County Historical Society & Rassbach Museum. Hear about the Wilson Place Mansion and learn a little bit more about the history of Menomonie. 

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Hosts: Dustyn & Becca

Welcome to the first episode of Downtown Menomonie's podcast about all things Menomonie. Meet your hosts Dustyn and Becca in this introductory episode.