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The Cabin

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Welcome to The Cabin, the official podcast of Discover Wisconsin! Join hosts Andrea Boehlke and Megan Christian as they dive into all things Wisconsin—from hidden gems and outdoor adventures to local legends and must-visit spots. Whether you’re a lifelong Wisconsinite or just discovering the Midwest, The Cabin is your go-to source for stories, travel tips, and a deeper look at what makes Wisconsin truly special.
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Episodes

The Wisconsinista's Favorite Indoor Museums (ft. Chelsey Knuth)

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Vernon County: https://bit.ly/3MlEDXW The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: Eric, Ana, and Jake welcome Chelsey Knuth into The Cabin for a heady look at Wisconsin’s indoor museums, since it’s a good time of year to be indoors when doing casual things. Chelsey is known to over 50,000 IG followers as The Wisconsinista, and her extensive travels ...

Jan 23, 20241 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 213

Wisconsin Winter Festivals

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Portage County: https://bit.ly/3QBhUu1 The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: Ana, Eric, and Jake give their takes on some fun winter festivals that, at this point in mid-January, are still on the horizon. Some are coming up this weekend, including Waukesha’s annual Jan-Boree Festival, a city-wide brouhaha of winter activities that span 10 enti...

Jan 16, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 212

Unique Winter Activities Around the State

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Lincoln County: https://bit.ly/3QvVgDl The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: Ana, Eric, and Jake explore winter activities in Wisconsin with an eye on the more unique approaches. Sure, you can go skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, and partake in many of the other typical winter activities, but how about sleigh rides, skijoring, and everybody’s...

Jan 09, 202450 minSeason 1Ep. 211

A 2024 Wisconsin Guide to New Year’s Resolutions

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Polk County: https://bit.ly/3OELsFN The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: In this episode of The Cabin, Ana, Eric, and Jake welcome 2024 and divvy up some resolutions in the areas of giving, healthier living, and healthier eating, respectively. Ana focuses on giving more in 2024 and explores a variety of interesting charitable events and organ...

Jan 02, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 210

The Best of 2023

In this special Sunday release of The Cabin, Episode 209 is all about looking back at 2023, finding the 10 most-streamed episodes, and sharing more about them. You’ll hear clips of each while Eric and Ana dive into more details about the guest, the topic, even other behind the scenes memories that make each episode even more fun. Episodes include the Top 10 Most Photographed Sites in the State (and 10 That SHOULD Be); Farm to Table Dining featuring guest co-host Apurba Banerjee; Wondrous Wiscons...

Dec 31, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 209

Wisconsin Roots: The Rise of Madeline Consoer

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Marquette County: https://bit.ly/3n3gXuF The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: In this episode of The Cabin, we check in with emerging Wisconsin native country artist Madeline Consoer. The Eagle River native followed her passion initially into college but then The Voice , where she first gained national exposure. Today, she lives and works in ...

Dec 26, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 208

Snowmobiling in Wisconsin (feat. Dylan Rose & Jack Sarama)

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Jackson County: https://bit.ly/3zxUStd The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: With the meat of snowmobiling season still just ahead of us, Eric, Ana, and Jake welcome Dylan Rose and Jack Sarama into The Cabin. These Wisconsin natives host the snowmobiling show Boondock Nation, where they tour all over the U.S. and Canada and sled coast-to-coast...

Dec 19, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 207

Wisconsin's Must-See Ice Sculpture Hotspots

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Oneida County: https://bit.ly/3D9yHwf The Cabin is also brought to you by Group Health Trust: https://bit.ly/3JMizCX Campfire Conversation: Eric, Ana, and Jake dive into ice in this episode - well, not INTO ice but into the topic of the sculptures people make with ice around Wisconsin in wintertime. These are icy creations you can see, and sometimes even interact with. Many are at festivals. Examples inclu...

Dec 12, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 206

Wisconsin Holiday Traditions

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Calumet County; https://bit.ly/3JJJyPv Campfire Conversation: Eric and Ana discuss some holiday traditions popular in - and in some cases practically exclusive to - Wisconsin while educating Jake (a relative newcomer from California) on how awesome the holidays are in this state. Wisconsinites definitely have a sweet tooth, and traditions often brought from the “old country” gave the state tendencies to le...

Dec 05, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 205

Tales of the Ho-Chunk Nation

Ana and Eric welcome Robert Reider to The Cabin, Mr Reider is Senior Marketing Director for the Ho-Chunk Nation - and a pro golfer to boot! Along with some golf discussion, a major topic is Truman Lowe, whose story was profiled by Discover Wisconsin. The story recently won an Emmy at the 65th Annual Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards for their digital short titled “Exploring the Artistic Process of Truman Lowe.” The video tells a phenomenal story of the Ho-Chunk artist, Truman Lowe and his inspirationa...

Nov 30, 20231 hr 2 min

Wisconsin's Festive Gift Guide

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Burnett County; https://bit.ly/3pX15La Campfire Conversation: We’re in full swing for holiday shopping, and Eric and Ana welcome Kortnee Hass into The Cabin for a cozy look at some great ideas for all the people in your life. Food is always a good gift, whether it’s authentic Danish kringle made and shipped from Racine; platters of cheese, sausage, nuts, crackers and more from a myriad of sources across th...

Nov 28, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 204

Best Wisconsin Comfort Foods

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Shawano County; https://bit.ly/3X0MLBn Campfire Conversation: Eric and Ana tuck into the Cabin and prepare you for the wonders of Wisconsin comfort foods - those tasty treats and dishes that bring warmth and fill you up. They talk about the foods themselves like casseroles, pot pies, poutine, mac & cheese (lots of cheese), potato dishes, pasties, chili, and more. Shout-outs are given to some favorite s...

Nov 21, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 203

A Deep Dive into Cold Weather Bushcrafting in Wisconsin

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Door County; https://bit.ly/3N0TU1c Campfire Conversation: Eric and Ana welcome Ramsay Plautz back into The Cabin for a hearty conversation on bushcrafting - that is, camping without all the creature comforts - in Wisconsin. Ramsay relates his previous experiences bushcrafting, where you only bring serious basics and travel as lightly as possible. He reiterates the four C’s of bushcrafting we covered durin...

Nov 14, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 202

VFW Halls of Wisconsin & Why You Should Check Them Out

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Crawford County; https://bit.ly/3Pbkeon Campfire Conversation: Eric and Ana welcome Adam Wallace into The Cabin to discuss the many VFW Posts and Halls that you’ll find all over the state, as well as the country. As State Adjutant for VFWs of Wisconsin, Mr. Wallace knows a thing or two about the history of these establishments and what they have to offer. We discuss how the Veterans of Foreign Wars posts w...

Nov 07, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 201

Haunted Wisconsin ‘23

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Vernon County; https://bit.ly/34JWV1Z The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, where we get a chance to talk with Nicole from Jolly Good about the latest happenings. Jolly Good is available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, fo...

Oct 31, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 200

10 Halloween Festivals Throughout The State

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Clark County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/clark-county/ The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on so...

Oct 24, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 199

Where To Find the Best Cheese Curds in Wisconsin, Part 3

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Barron County; https://bit.ly/3EUtWqu The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on new...

Oct 17, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 198

Welcome to Southwestern Wisconsin

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Rusk County; https://bit.ly/3wKH2nY The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on new f...

Oct 10, 20231 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 197

10+ Pumpkin Patches & Apple Orchards to Visit in Wisconsin

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Manitowoc County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/manitowoc-county/ The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodso...

Oct 03, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 196

Wood County: A Hub of Outdoor Adventure

Ana and Eric light the fire on Wood County, a diverse county in the heart of Wisconsin offering cities like Marshfield, a major medical hub, and Wisconsin Rapids, known for its papermaking, water skiing, golf, and - more recently - competitive BMX racing, as well as beautiful, serene rural areas from farms to forest and plenty of open space for outdoor fun. They open the Cabin door for Matt McLean from Visit Marshfield and Meredith Kleker from the Wisconsin Rapids Convention & Visitors Burea...

Sep 28, 202356 min

The Top 20 Strange Places to Visit in Wisconsin

Eric and Ana dive into a book about strange places in Wisconsin, where Ana has the book, Eric randomly picks pages, and they discuss wherever it lands. They end up discussing the mysterious orange moose you can spot by I-94 and Highway 54 in Black River Falls aka “the world’s most unusual ornament.” They then head to the Viking Motel in Buffalo County with the oversized viking and its legend, the “world of miniature buildings” in Logan’s hometown of Pardeeville, and a church haunted by old Norwe...

Sep 26, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 195

The Byways of Wisconsin

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Fond du Lac County; https://bit.ly/3Lms7ob The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest o...

Sep 19, 20231 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Exploring Price County

Ana and Eric welcome Laura Palzkill direct from Phillips into the Cabin for a deep dive into Price County. Laura serves as Executive Director of the Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce and knows every nook and cranny of the county - and there are many! We began by giving the lay of the land in Price County, which is not only in the center of the state but also holds its highest natural point, the 1951.5-foot peak of Timms Hill near Ogema. The crew discuss some of the cities and towns in Price Coun...

Sep 14, 202345 min

Top 15 Wisconsin Farm Dining Experiences

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Waupaca County; https://bit.ly/3ibWIrQ The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on ne...

Sep 12, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Experiences You Can Only Have in Wisconsin

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Oconto County; https://bit.ly/3u5mi7G The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on new...

Sep 05, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Wisconsin’s Best Bites: Supper Club Edition Part 2 (ft. Ron Faiola)

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Lafayette County; https://bit.ly/3pzzWys The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on ...

Aug 29, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 191

A Wisconsin Hidden Gem: The Frank Lloyd Wright Trail (ft. Susan Kennedy)

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Douglas County; https://bit.ly/3s3V29N The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on ne...

Aug 22, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 190

Ultimate Wisconsin Road Trip Guide, Part 1

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Portage County; https://bit.ly/3r30TOn The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on ne...

Aug 15, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 189

World Cuisine in Wisconsin, Part 2

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Lincoln County; https://bit.ly/3rTq2YP The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on ne...

Aug 08, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Wisconsin Dive Bars: Part 2

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Polk County; https://bit.ly/3G1eebU The Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda, available in all your classic favorite flavors that we remember from childhood. The diet line offers 0 calories, 0 carbs, 0 sugars, and no caffeine – perfect for mixers or just enjoying on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter); always Wisconsin-based, you can follow @jollygoodsoda on social for the latest on new f...

Aug 01, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 187
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