Chat It U.P. Podcast

Season 2 Finale - Chatting with Joe Reddinger

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0400

This episode I wrap up season 2 by chatting with my dad Joe about 37 years of coaching football, 50+ years of basketball officiating, and nearly 70 years of life in the Upper Peninsula.

https://upshf.com/inductees/31-inductee-class-of-2007.html#bio8
http://hof.mhsfca.com/bios/reddinger-joe/

Lunch with Leaders

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with a group from Connect Marquette as part of their Lunch with Leaders series. I talk about creating Y is for Yooper: A Yooper ABC Book, this podcast, and much more!

https://connectmarquette.org/
https://www.amazon.com/Y-Yooper-ABC-Book/dp/0692470646

Chatting with BaileyyJanette

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with full time Mackinac Island resident Bailey Janette about all things island life, and what it's really like to call Mackinac home.

https://www.tiktok.com/@baileyyjanette?lang=en
https://www.patreon.com/baileyyjanette
https://www.etsy.com/listing/956448106/handmade-by-baileyyjanette

Chatting with Steve Short

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with Dr. Steve Short about his journey from Kingsford to becoming the VP of Sports Medicine for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA.

Chatting with Mel Charbonneau

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with the co-founder of Fellow Flowers, Mel Charbonneau. She takes me through her journey of creating a movement over 30,000 females strong, spinning out of your rut, and much more!

https://fellowflowers.com/
http://www.melcharbonneau.com/

Chatting with Benjamin Mitchell

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with the owner of Dead Miners, Mr. Benjamin Mitchell. We discuss life in the Keweenaw, how he makes his beautiful handmade goods, and much more!

https://getrichordiemining.com/
https://www.instagram.com/deadminers

Chatting with Meg Loeks

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with photographer Meg Loeks. We discuss her journey to the U.P., the world of photography, and how she's amassed over 286,000 followers on Instagram.

http://www.megloeks.com/
https://www.instagram.com/meg_nlo

Chatting with M. Bartley Seigel

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with U.P. Poet Laureate finalist M. Bartley Seigel about his journey to the U.P., the poet laureate competition, and much more!

https://www.facebook.com/UPpoetlaureate/
https://www.mtu.edu/humanities/department/faculty-staff/faculty/mb-seigel/

2020 Year-End Q & A

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

HAPPY NEW YEAR! This episode I wrap up 2020 by answering listener questions, with my wife Patricia as a special cohost.

Chatting with John Garrett

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with my friend of nearly 30 years Mr. John Garrett. We discuss his epic journey from the Upper Peninsula to building his own brewery in South Korea, Nomadic Brewing Company.

https://www.instagram.com/nomadicbrewingco/

Chatting with Nancy Cheney

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with Nancy Cheney from Contrast Coffee. We brew up a conversation about this small business, the community in the Upper Peninsula, and much more!

https://contrastcoffee.com/

Deer Season Stories 2020

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 04:00:00 -0500

It's that magical time of year, so it's time for some hunting stories!

Vote for Orion Hunting Products as the coolest thing made in Michigan:
https://coolestthing.mimfg.org/

Chatting with Beau Anderson

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with the president of Orion Hunting Products, Mr. Beau Anderson. We talk about hunting, turning an idea into a U.P.-based business, and he shares one of the funniest buck stories I've ever heard.

https://huntorion.com/

Chatting with Brian Cabell

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with the man behind the popular news blog Word on the Street, Mr. Brian Cabell.

https://wotsmqt.com/

Chatting with T. Marie Bertineau

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with local author T. Marie Bertineau about her new memoir The Mason House, and bunch of other great stuff!

https://lanternfishpress.com/shop/the-mason-house

Chatting with Emily Geiger

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with Emily Geiger about the science of beer and her awesome company Craft Cultures located in the Keweenaw.

https://www.craftcultures.com/

Chatting with Mandy Swanson & Michelle Walters

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with sisters Mandy Swanson & Michelle Walters about their women's clothing line Lumi Apparel.

https://lumiupnorth.com/

Chatting with RJ Parrish

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with filmmaker RJ Parrish about pursuing your passions, working with Lucid Coast & Campfire CoWorks, and much more!

https://rjparrishfilms.myportfolio.com/

https://lucidcoast.com/

https://lucidcoast.com/campfire-coworks/

Chatting with Victoria Leonhardt

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with Victoria Leonhardt about working in the non-profit world, being involved in the community, and much more!

https://www.glcyd.org/

Chatting with Jacob Rosenberg

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with graphic designer and Dickinson County native Jacob Rosenberg. We discuss working on logos for a Nascar, doing gig posters for bands like Greta Van Fleet, and lots of other cool stuff!

http://www.jacobrosenburg.com/

Chatting with Colleen & Suma Msuya

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with Felch native Colleen Msuya and her husband Suma who is from Tanzania. We discuss climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, moving to the U.P. from East Africa, and lots of other great stuff!

https://www.trek2kili.com/

Chatting with Fr. Brad Sjoquist

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 04:00:00 -0400

I chat with Fr. Brad Sjoquist about meeting Pope Francis, being a young priest in the Upper Peninsula, and much more!

Chatting with Beth Millner

Thu, 21 May 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with the owner of Beth Millner Jewelry about how she's kept her small business running during the pandemic by helping our communities and front line workers. Plus much more!

https://www.bethmillner.com/

Chatting with Dr. Kipp Pietrantonio

Thu, 07 May 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with psychiatrist Dr. Kipp Pietrantonio. I discuss with the Iron Mountain native his recent presentation at Yale Medical School about stress management during COVID19. We also discuss mental health during the quarantine, and much more!

Mental Health Resources:
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Chatting with Andrew LaCombe

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

I chat with reporter Andrew LaCombe about growing up in the U.P. and his journey to working at the iconic TV6 News.

Chatting with Jason & Lynn Makela

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Chatting with Jason & Lynn Makela about buying and renovating their Lake Superior Shangri-La, True North Cabin. Plus lots of other fun stuff in between!

Chatting with Bob Jacquart

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I sat down with the CEO of Jacquart Fabric Products, Mr. Bob Jacquart. We have a wide-ranging chat about growing up in Ironwood, and his journey from a craftsman in his family business to becoming the caretaker of legendary Stormy Kromer.

Chatting with Stephen Hooper

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with musician and creator of the satire news site The Pasty Potato, Mr. Stephen Hooper. We discuss all things Pasty Potato, as well as his music which he performs under the name Under This Cold Sky.

https://underthiscoldskymusic.bandcamp.com/

Chatting with Bugsy Sailor Part II

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

In episode two of the 2nd season I sit back down with Yooper legend, Bugsy Sailor. My first ever return guest and I discuss the epic year he just had, and have a lot of laughs along the way.

Chatting with Eric Hiatt

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0500

We kick off season 2 by chatting with chief of competition for the Kiwanis Ski Club, Mr. Eric Hiatt. I chat with Eric about his hall of fame ski jumping career, the future of ski jumping at Pine Mountain, and much more!

Season 1 Finale

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400

I wrap up season 1 by answering listener questions and explaining why this season is season is ending.

Chatting with Nheena Ittner

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with the executive director of the Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, Nheena Ittner.

Chatting with Chris VanAbel

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with my boss Chris VanAbel about her journey from file clerk to CFO, shattering glass ceilings, and a lot of incredible insights from her 50 year career with VAST.

Chatting with Chad Susott

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400

On this episode I chat with Chad Susott about his time as the Michigan State mascot Sparty, his work on the Dickinson Trail Network, and much more!

Chatting with Mark Klossner

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with Mr. Mark Klossner about his journey to the U.P., the legendary Boss Snowplow, and much more!

Chatting with Marina Dupler

Mon, 27 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I discuss with Marina Dupler her journey from growing up in Wallace, Michigan to owning and running Barrel + Beam Brewery with her husband Nick. Plus much more!

Chatting with Keith Glendon

Mon, 13 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat it U.P. with Mr. Keith Glendon about his time working with IBM, the U.P. Cyber Security Institute, and why technology is a huge economic opportunity for the Upper Peninsula.

Chatting with Kyle & Megan Blomquist

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with architects, Megan & Kyle Blomquist. We discuss Blomquist Architects which is a 3rd generation business, U.P. living, revitalizing our community, and a whole lot more!

Chatting with Tara Hartman

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400

For episode 22 I chat with my sister Tara about our childhood memories, her teaching career, and her work as a curriculum coordinator for the Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District.

Chatting with Mario Santoni

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with the senior project manager of Dickinson Homes, Mario Santoni. Mario and I discuss all things related to this 3rd generation family business that has been running for nearly 50 years.

Chatting with Anna Dravland

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0400

This episode I chat with Anna Dravland about being a stroke survivor, and how she was inspired to create Spread Goodness Day.

Chatting with Dave Nyberg

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500

This episode I chat with Dave Nyberg about his personal connection to a famous Yooper fishing lure, and his passion for the U.P. as a place to live, work, and play. Plus more segments!

Chatting with Susan Divine

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500

Chatting with the executive director of the Hiawatha Music Co-op, Susan Divine, about their new Winter Roots Festival. Plus, an all new segment!

Chatting with Nick Blagec

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 04:00:00 -0500

Chatting with the president of the Kiwanis Ski Club, Mr. Nick Blagec, about the upcoming 80th annual Continental Cup ski jumping competition at giant Pine Mountain in Iron Mountain. Plus Yooper News and This Day In Yooper History!

Chatting with Jason Rolling

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 03:00:00 -0500

I chat with the race director of the upcoming Noquemanon Ski Marathon, Jason Rolling. Plus new segements!

Happy New Year 2018

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500

I ring in 2019 by taking questions from listeners, and giving my 3 big takeaways from 2018.

Chatting with Seth Anderson

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Chatting with filmmaker Seth Anderson, the co-creator of the Northbound Saga, about his web series and film making in the Upper Peninsula.

Chatting with Bryce Derouin

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Chatting with co-founder of theupbeatsports.com Bryce Derouin about U.P. high school sports, his sports journalism career, and the launch of his new website.

Deer Camp Stories 2018

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500

It's deer season! This episode I head to my family camp, Big Red's Retreat, where I get some great deer camp stories.

Chatting with Alison Kirksey

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500

Chatting with Alison Kirksey about her successful food blog, That Which Nourishes. We discuss cooking, her famous mac & cheese recipe that went viral, and life in the Upper Peninsula.

Chatting with Tim Ellis

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with Tim Ellis about the unexplained, paranormal, and the Upper Peninsula Paranormal Research Society.

Chatting with Mike Forester

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with the art director for Northern Michigan University's marketing department, Mr. Mike Forester. We chat about his graphic design history, and his art series called Culture of Cult.

Chatting with Jason Markstrom

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with the president of the Soo Film Festival, Mr. Jason Markstrom.

Chatting with Brandon Erkkila

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting it U.P. with my friend of 28 years and fellow podcaster, Mr. Brandon Erkkila. We discuss growing up together, survivorship, his podcast, and much more.

906 Day - Chatting with Jeremy Symons

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Special 906 Day Episode! Chatting with the creator and owner of Yoopershirts, Mr. Jeremy Symons.

Chatting with Gina Jacquart Thorsen

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with the President of Stormy Kromer, Mrs. Gina Jacquart Thorsen. We discuss growing up in Ironwood. the family business, and the enduring legacy of Stormy Kromer.

Chatting with John Spigarelli

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with former VP of Ecommerce for Getz's, and current Excecutive Producer at Elegant Seagulls, John Spigarelli about a variety of topics. Including a few interesting digital projects he's worked on from right here in the U.P.

Chatting with Gina Wollner

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with manager of Business Development and Community Engagement at Bay West College, Mrs. Gina Wollner, about some great stuff happening in Dickinson County.

Chatting with Wil Rankinen

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with Sociolinguist Dr. Wil Rankinen about all things “Yooper Talk.”

Chatting with Bugsy Sailor

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Chatting with the unofficial official Ambassador of the U.P. - Justin "Bugsy" Sailor