He came to us through our radios like a fond memory of yesteryear with music and laughter and an insight into Minnesota life that only a true Minnesotan would understand. Today on Culture Clique we hear from Garrison Keillor, author, and creator of A Prairie Home Companion, The Writer’s Almanac and more. Now, Garrison is bringing his new show, An Evening with Garrison Keillor right here to the St. Cecilia Theatre in Winona. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Garrison Keillor on Culture Clique. Original ai...
Feb 10, 2021•29 min•Ep. 24
The changing of the seasons creates change in many aspects of our lives, days get shorter, temperatures fall and we even set our clocks back an hour. The ancient practice of Ayurveda helps you to navigate these changes in a healthy way. Today on Culture Clique we talk to certified ayurvedic yoga specialist Mollee Sheehan. Mollee is leading some workshops in the next few weeks to help you transition through the seasons in a way that is good for you . There is an Ayurvedic Seasonal Selfcare worksh...
Feb 10, 2021•31 min•Ep. 23
This Saturday kicks off duck hunting season in Minnesota so today on Culture Clique we talk ducks with some members of the Ducks Unlimited Club here on the Winona State University campus. We are joined today by Jacob Lewandowski, club president as well as club treasurer Dakota Langlois (lize), and club secretary Carson Lovedale. They tell us about some fundraising and volunteer opportunities the club provides in our community as well as what they love about being out in the marsh. I’m Bill Stone...
Feb 10, 2021•20 min•Ep. 22
Today on Culture Clique, we hear from philosiphy professor David Speetzen on Christianity and the conceptual evolution of the Just War. I'm Willard Huyck and you're listening to Culture Clique, here on KQAL. Original air date: 09/26/19. Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Feb 10, 2021•35 min•Ep. 21
This week on Culture Clique, we hear from Professor Beth Zold on Mary Toft, the 18th century woman who convinced doctors that she had given birth to rabbits. That’s this Thursday on Culture Clique, right here on 89.5 KQAL, online at KQAL.org or streaming live on the KQAL app. Original air date: 09/12/19. Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Feb 10, 2021•24 min•Ep. 20
Today on Culture Clique we learn about pop up shops and streetwear from Max Hayden and Parker Peterson, creators of local streetwear line Mauxvelli. They recently had a pop up shop at Treedome in downtown Winona. Through our conversation, I found that pop up shops and even fashion itself aren’t always about money. In fact, for these two young entrepreneurs its all about building community. I’m Bill Stoneberg with Max Hayden and Parker Peterson, creators of Mauxvellit streetwear on Culture Clique...
Feb 10, 2021•22 min•Ep. 19
Living in a river town like Winona means plenty of opportunities for enjoying the outdoors and viewing a variety of wildlife. Whether you like to hike the local trails, kayak the backwaters of the Mississippi, or enjoy some time in Levee park, Winona has something to offer for everyone. But living on the river next to such natural beauty also means that we must be good stewards and take care of the natural resources around us. The city of Winona has an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife s...
Feb 10, 2021•36 min•Ep. 18
The bluffs around the Mississippi River in southeast Minnesota are a beautiful place to live. The bluff country is full of beautiful scenery and wildlife and is even home to some threatened species and one of those species has been getting a lot of attention lately. That species is the timber rattlesnake. There has been an increased number of reports of timber rattlers in the bluffs around Winona. So many in fact, that the city of Winona held a public meeting with MN DNR officials to discuss the...
Feb 10, 2021•19 min•Ep. 17
Droids, time lords, the final frontier – I found it all, at WinCon. Hosted annually at the Winona Public Library, WinCon is Winona’s answer to the national Comic Con event hosted in San Diego. The event featured keynote speakers, panels and of course, comic fans. This week on Culture Clique, we take you to the 2019 WinCon to hear from comic book illustrator Gordon Purcell, Doctor Who panelist Kathryn Sullivan and more. I’m Willard Huyck, stick around. Original air date: 08/01/19. Culture Clique ...
Feb 10, 2021•16 min•Ep. 16
In today’s world of smart phones and gps, finding your around is pretty easy. But what did people do before gps? How did sailors find their way on the open seas? Today on Culture Clique we find out about early marine navigation techniques with Winona State University Professor Greg Neidhart. Greg is the Director of the Arts Administration Program at Winona State University but he was also a navigator in the U.S. Navy. Greg fills us in on the instruments and techniques sailors used to navigate as...
Feb 09, 2021•33 min•Ep. 15
Did you start a garden this year for the first time? Or maybe you’ve had a garden before but sometimes struggle to maintain it. Today on culture Clique we talk to Debra Martin from the Winona county Master Gardeners. Debra fills us in on what it takes to maintain a healthy garden as well as tips for beginners. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Debra Martin, on Culture Clique. Original air date: 07/25/19. Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made p...
Feb 02, 2021•34 min•Ep. 14
Today is the Fourth of July and this weekend many people will be hanging out with friends and family enjoying the outdoors and the summer weather. And in a river town such as Winona, many people will be hitting the water. Today on Culture Clique we talk boating safety with Troy Leibfried, Water Patrol Supervisor with the Winona County Sheriff’s Department. So if you plan to be out on the Mississippi River or a local lake this weekend, there are a lot of things you should remember for the safety ...
Feb 02, 2021•18 min•Ep. 13
Mosquitos, ticks and gnats, oh my! Its that time of year again when pesky bugs are out to hamper your good time in the summer. But who wants that greasy smelly bugspray full of DEET all over your body? And what if you have sensitive skin? Or you don’t want your children covered in chemicals… Thankfully, there are all natural alternatives out there. On today’s Culture Clique we go to Bluff Country Co-op to talk to Hailey Beeman about making your own insect repellent. Hailey is a supplement and bo...
Feb 02, 2021•13 min•Ep. 12
Have you ever been to a midnight movie? What exactly constitutes a midnight movie? How did the trend get started and is it now something of the past? Today on Culture Clique we find out the answers to these questions. Local filmmaker/photographer Nathaniel Nelson takes us on a journey through the world of schlock and midnight movies during a recent Nerd Nite talk at Eds No Name Bar. Nathaniel takes us back to the origins of the midnight movie, discusses the finer points of the genre and also con...
Feb 02, 2021•23 min•Ep. 11
It’s time to get your geek on. Today on Culture Clique we go once again to Nerd Nite Winona at Ed’s No Name Bar. This time around we hear from Nathan Moore, physics professor at Winona State University. In this Nerd Nite talk Nathan poses the question, why does school lunch work better than school? I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Nathan Moore on Culture Clique. Original air date: 06/13/19. Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a ...
Feb 02, 2021•24 min•Ep. 10
It’s time to release your inner geek! Today on Culture Clique we take you to Nerd Nite at Ed’s No Name Bar in Winona. The topic? “What the hell is going on here: Dante in a time of political division”. Andrew Higl, professor of English at Winona State University takes us on a stroll through Dante’s inferno from The Divine Comedy. Professor Higl leaves it up to the listener to interpret Dante’s inferno as it might relate to today’s time and famous figures. He does, however, fill us in on the impo...
Feb 02, 2021•32 min•Ep. 9
Today on Culture Clique we’re talking about the power of silver, especially when it comes to traditional Norwegian brooches and jewelry. Silver was thought to be a very powerful metal and although it had many practical uses, it was also used to promote health and ward off evil spirits, even ones that might be trying to steal your baby! I sat down with Laurann Gilbertson, Chief Curator at Vesterheim, The National Norwegian-American Museum and Heritage Center in Decorah, Iowa. Laurann tells us abo...
Feb 02, 2021•22 min•Ep. 8
It’s gaining popularity as a new way to work all over the world but what exactly is coworking and how does it, well, work? Today we find out as we talk to Samantha Strand, Executive Director of The Garage Cowork Space here in Winona, MN. Samantha explains for us what coworking is and discusses why it’s becoming so popular. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Samantha Strand, on today’s Culture Clique. Original air date: 04/25/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultur...
Jan 29, 2021•22 min•Ep. 7
Today on Culture Clique, we talk to Bonnie Kreckow at Simply Bee Natural about healing trauma and injuries with herbs. Bonnie discusses the healing properties of different herbs, what types of herbs she uses to treat different types of injuries and how she came to be a clinical herbalist. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with Bonnie Kreckow on today’s Culture Clique. Original air date: 04/04/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and is produced on t...
Jan 29, 2021•40 min•Ep. 7
Today on Culture Clique we are at Ed’s for Nerd Night with Mia’a Williams. Mia’a has spent most her life in third world countries helping as a writer and a humans rights worker. We talked to Mia’a about how she got into this line of work, and the places it has taken her. His is KJ with Mia’a Williams on Culture Clique. Original air date: 04/11/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and is produced on the campus of Winona State University...
Jan 29, 2021•25 min•Ep. 6
Today on culture Clique we are back at Ed’s for Nerd Night with Jennifer Chernega. Jennifer’s topic was More Than You Needed To Know About Mushrooms, and yes it was more than you needed to know. We talked to her about different types of mushrooms, how to hunt for them, and some fun facts. This is KJ with Jennifer Chernega on Culture Clique. Original air date: 03/28/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and is produced on the campus of W...
Jan 29, 2021•19 min•Ep. 5
Today on culture clique we are at Ed’s No Name Bar for Nerd Night with one of the speakers Nathan Gill. Nathan’s nerd out topic was D&D, or Dungeons and Dragons. We talked to Nate about what D&D is, how long he’s been playing, and some known podcasts of others playing. This is KJ with Nathan Gill on Culture Clique. Original Air Date: 03/14/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Jan 28, 2021•18 min•Ep. 4
Today on Culture Clique we talk to Ashley at the humane society & Dr. Emily at the Veterinary Hospital on how to take care of our pets in this cold weather. We talk to them about when to let your pets in, signs of frostbite and hypothermia, and what to do if your pet is sick. This is KJ with Ashley and Dr. Emily on Culture Clique. Original Air Date: 02/28/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Jan 28, 2021•22 min•Ep. 3
This week on Culture Clique it's French cuisine with chef Peter Kwong. KQAL's Willard Huyck caught up with Kwong at a recent class he conducted on the five mother sauces. Kwong discusses his passion for cooking, his journey as a chef, and the art of French cuisine. That's today on Culture Clique. Original Air Date: 02/07/19. Culture Clique is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Jan 27, 2021•16 min•Ep. 2
Today on Culture Clique we’re talking about the restoration of the Masonic Lodge here in Winona. The historic building has been a part of the Winona community for over a hundred years. The restorations will not only update the building for modern use but will preserve its rich historic nature. I’m Bill Stoneberg, and you’re listening to Culture Clique. Original air date: 01/24/19. Culture Clique is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University. Culture Clique is ma...
Dec 10, 2020•31 min•Ep. 1
