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Nov. 17, 2025

Natalie Jansen - Rock Girl, Radio, Milwaukee's North Ave, & Dating Naked - Ep. #57

Natalie Jansen is a morning show host on WIXX, former 102.9 The Hog Rock Girl, and reality tv alum from VH1's Dating Naked. In this episode, Brad and Natalie discuss her radio career, love of the industry, and it getting kick...

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Nov. 3, 2025

Russ Nockerts - Steel Belly BBQ, Passion, Pride, and Trimming Brisket - Ep. #56

Russ Nockerts is a Pitmaster and the Owner of Steel Belly Barbecue in Algoma, Wisconsin. The decision to take his business full time stemmed from a lunchbreak phone call with his wife, halfway through his day as a welder, whe...

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Nov. 1, 2025

Dr. John Utrie - Psychedelic Therapy, Cluster Headaches & Improving Lives - Ep#55

Dr. John Utrie is a retired urogynecologist/pelvic surgeon who suffered for decades with the debilitating effects of cluster headaches (also known as suicide headaches). Pushed to the brink of deciding if live was worth livin...

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Oct. 6, 2025

Dan Lawrence - Effective Leadership, Losing an Airman, and Karouser - Ep#54

Dan Lawrence is a successful founder, entrepreneur, and Unites States Air Force veteran. Following his honorable discharge, Dan started a successful career in the private sector, quickly leading a national lighting and electr...

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Sept. 15, 2025

Dr. Ryan Martin - Anger, Cordial Debate & Deep Connection Through Conflict - Ep. #53

Dr. Ryan Martin (aka the Anger Professor) is a leading expert on emotional wellness and anger management. He helps people master emotional challenges and harness the power of emotions—especially anger—for personal growth and ...

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Sept. 1, 2025

Shifrah Morgan - Cult Stories, Abuse, Trauma, and Life After the Cult - Ep. #52

Born into a Wisconsin-based cult, Shifrah Morgan (and MANY others) endured a life of abuse, trauma, and manipulation until she was able to escape. The Shawano based group, known by several names including the "Samanta Roy Ins...

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