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Hometown Conversations
by Roman Bloemke
Hometown Conversations is a podcast dedicated to telling the stories of people in and around Hutchinson, Minnesota. Roman Bloemke and Jill Springer are your hosts. The podcast is a bi-weekly show. We started this podcast with the idea that within each community there are hundreds of stories that go untold. Our hope with this podcast is that we can help bring those stories to light. Guests will range from people around our hometown of Hutchinson, Minnesota, surrounding communities, and on occasion, just the two of us.Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hometownconversations Twitter: @
Episodes
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An update of sorts
On this episode, we discuss our MS150 bike trip, and review where we have been for the past month.
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Our next adventure - The MS 150
Guests include: Alissa Groff - MS Society Brandon Hoen Sarah Work
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Will summer ever arrive, and more
In this episode of Hometown Conversations, Roman and Jill talk about the recent snow fall, their fitness journey including the addition of an ice bath, and the therapeutic benefits of reality dating shows.
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Season 4 - Episode 2
We catch you up on all of our adventures. Adventures Emcee McLeod Alliance Bowl-a-thon Importance of positivity Supporting kids REACH video
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Start of a new adventure
Season 4 kicks off with a discussion of the past year and where we have been. A lot has happened since our last podcast and it's time to talk about where we are going with this podcast in to the future.
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The final episode of Season 3
On our final episode of Season three, it is just Jill and I. We take a new deep dive in to questions about relationships and reflect on 2022. Music in episode: via artlist.io license (Creator Pro License Number - 862461) Young and Free - Rex Banner Xerces - Michael Shynes About the memories…
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Chamber Initiatives - New Programs and what it means for local business
When we think about our local chamber, our first thought is the public events we all see. In this episodes, we sit down with Mary Hodson, Chamber President, to talk about new initiatives that the Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce is involved in. From trying to find solutions to a shortage of…
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Hutchinson Health Foundation - Rachel Gemuenden
Better health doesn’t happen overnight. And it doesn’t happen alone. At Hutchinson Health Foundation, community-first partnerships and donor-powered investments are creating the future of health care, right here in our own backyard. Join us as we talk with Rachel about the foundations goals…
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Why we have been away for a bit.
In this episode, Jill and Roman talk about why it has been a hot minute since the last podcast. So many things to update all of you on. Music in episode: via artlist.io license (Creator Pro License Number - 862461)
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Live from the McLeod County Fair
Our first effort at doing a live show. With so many moving parts, it kept Roman and bit more busy than normal during the show. Thank you to all who joined us during the show, including all those "pulled off the street" to talk about their favorite fair memories. Music via artlist.io Young and…
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Just us - Roman and Jill Part 2
On this weeks episode, we have a conversation about the end of summer; what was our biggest fear as a kid; should everyone work in the service industry; school shenanigans and more. Hope to see you there!
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RiverSong Music Festival
It is one of my favorite times of year - music festival season. Hutchinson has a real gem of a festival that, if you haven't been to it yet, this is the year to change that. RiverSong Music Festival is set to begin this weekend on July 15th and 16th with acts from all over Minnesota.
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Just us - Roman and Jill
Well, what can we say? After a month (or more) off, we are back - and kicking it old school so to speak. When we started the podcast, we alternated between conversations with guests, and then, just ourselves. Over the past several episodes, we have gotten away from that and we missed it. So we…
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TigerPath - Andrea Moore
Kids today are faced with a tough choice - what do I do after high school. If we think about it hard enough, we probably dealt with the same things. The Hutchinson School District created a program called TigerPath to help guide kids through what career choices are available to them. Then built...
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Emily and Joseph - Jimmy's Pizza
On this weeks episode, we talk with Emily and Joseph from Jimmy’s Pizza. We talked about everything from the start of business, to their favorite pizzas. We had a great conversation and laughed a lot!
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Jill and Roman talk about Self Growth
In this week's episode, we catch you up on the past couple of weeks while we have been away. We also take a long look at the importance of self growth - how important it is personally, but also professionally.
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Why Mental Health is so Important - Candace Hoversten
On the this episode of Hometown Conversations, we visit with Candace Hoversten of NorthStar Counseling and Modern Minds Therapy. We jump in to the deep end and talk about stress, burnout, and much more. This is one you won't want to miss. Next episode streams on Wednesday (at Noon). Catch us on…
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Start of a new year - maybe a new you?
As we kick off season 3, we turn our focus to what many of us start our year off with - a resolution to get healthier - both mentally, and physically. On this weeks' episode, we talk with Kirk Hendrickson, owner of Iron Jungle CrossFit.
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Will someone please slow life down
This week it is back to Roman and Jill. In this podcast we talk about slowing life down and enjoying every moment of it. What are you thankful for? Thanksgiving memories What are your favorite traditions? Are you using your time wisely? What is the dumbest way you've hurt yourself?
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Small Business Saturday and More!
This week we talk with Mary Hodson, President of the Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, and Jeremy Watzke, chair of the Taste of the Holidays event with the Hutchinson Ambassadors. We talk about one of our favorite events for the business community in Hutchinson - Small Business…
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Matt and Bo
On this week's podcast, we welcome Bo Young and Matt Beilke to the podcast. We talk about a recent poll from the Hutchinson Leader where it asked how easy it was to make deep and meaningful relationships. We also touch on the importance of leadership and how that is changing as well as how...
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JIll and Roman "After Dark"
We are back on track after a busy fall. This week we talk about the season finale of Ted Lasso, the changing of the seasons and we end with asking some pretty tough questions of each other.
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Bobbing Bobber Brewing Company
As we make our transition in to the fall season, so many events are on the schedule. This week on the podcast, we hang out with Dan Hart from Bobbing Bobber Brewing Company and talk about the brewery and Octoberfest.
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Stones, Ted Lasso, and a trip down memory lane
It's been a hot minute, we know. Sometimes life gets a little too much. In this weeks episode, we talk about Roman's "journey" with kidney stones. We talk about the power of Ted Lasso, a show you must watch. Then we take a trip down memory lane as we travel to Elbow Lake, Jill's hometown.
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Jill and Roman - Relationships
This week on the podcast, Roman and Jill revisit one of their favorite things to do - ask deeper relationship questions to each other. We hope you take the time to share your thoughts with us on some of the questions asked, whether it is by yourself, or with your significant other. Have a great...
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Water Carnival 2021
It is blistering hot outside, and that can only mean one thing. Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival is here! We are joined today by Jon and Laura Beach, Commodore and First Mate and Ryan Elbert, Vice Commodore for this year's festival. In this episode, we talk about this year's Water Carnival, the...
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Dairy farming and Dairy Days
This week was quite an incredible experience. We visited the Kurth family farm just outside of Hutchinson, learned all about farming from them and from Kevin Buss, a long time family dairy farmer in McLeod County. We also talked with Jeremy Watzke, Chair of the Ag Committee at the Chamber of...
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Amanda Kosek
Season two kicks off with a bang. On this episode, we are joined by Amanda Kosek - our energetic, passionate friend and health driven motivator! We got serious about healthcare, self care, friendships, who and what motivates us and more. We are sure you will enjoy this insightful and energizing...
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Hometown Conversations - Roman's Mom
Sometimes life comes at you pretty damn quick. We’ve been away for the past couple of weeks to visit and take care of family. We always thought it would be fun to have our moms on the show together. While we aren’t able to do that quite yet, Roman sat down with his mom and had a great…
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Refresh and Renew
On this week's podcast, we feel like there is also a renewed sense of energy with Spring. That first time the sun shines bright and you don't need to put a jacket on. No matter how you feel about the actual season of Spring, I think we can all agree that there tends to be a theme of "new" or...
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Hometown Conversations - Tara Tepley
This week, we are joined by Tara Tepley, owner of The Paint Factory. Tara is a hometown girl with a pretty incredible story to tell. From starting her own business to the a cancer diagnosis at a young age. Join us as we take the deep dive.
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Hometown Conversations - Best Self
What to do when you get the schedule messed up after getting vaccinated? PIVOT! With the past week in flux, we switched to just Jill and Roman on the podcast. In this week's episode, we talk about trips, life, parenting, friendships, some relationship talk, and a little bit about who we are.
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Hometown Conversations - The Relationship Episode
The title speaks for itself.
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Hometown Conversations - Brian Ludowese
This week we are joined by our good friend, Brian Ludowese. Many of you have gotten to know the guy we call Ludo through his sense of humor and the incredible banter between he and Bo over at American Family Insurance. When we first talked to him about being on the podcast, his first question was...
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Episode 7 - Jill and Roman
In this weeks episode, we cover a lot of ground. It's a new year and we dive in to thoughts about the new year, and old memories and new beginnings. Join us as we talk about the journey of becoming who we want to be, and touch on what we are looking forward to in 2021. As always, thank you for...
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Leadership, Personal Growth, and 3 Guiding Words for 2021
Admit it. How many of you go in to the new year with a New Year's resolution that doesn't pan out after a few weeks? In this episode, we are joined by Steve Gasser, Chief Evangelist for Vivid Image, a local web design and marketing agency in Hutchinson. For me, he is a leadership mentor, and more...
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Hometown Conversations: Jill and Roman
This week, it's just the two of us. We have a card "game" that we use on occasion to spark deep conversations with each other. This week, we introduce you to the cards that hopefully make you think and spark some conversations in your own relationships - both at work and at home. Curious to know...
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Hometown Conversations - Mary Hodson
On this week's episode, we talk with Mary Hodson, President and CEO of the Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce. From Small Business Saturday to how we can help local businesses during the latest "pause", this is a podcast you don't want to miss!
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Hometown Conversations - What is your favorite thing about Hutchinson?
This week, we take a somewhat deeper dive in to the things that we love about Hutchinson. With the challenges of 2020, we wanted to highlight all of the wonderful things about our hometown - and some of the things we can't wait to get back to doing. What are your favorite things about Hutchinson?...
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Hometown Conversations - Valerie Mackenthun
We are so excited to introduce our very first guest to Hometown Conversations, Valerie Mackenthun. Valerie is a resident of Hutchinson and wears many hats in several organizations in Hutchinson. One of those organizations is Historic Hutchinson, whose mission is to restore, preserve and protect…
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Hometown Connections - Welcome to the Podcast
Welcome to Hometown Connections! Our hosts, Roman and Jill give an introduction to the podcast, and to themselves and just how we ended up making the decision to start this podcast. Join us as we explore a bit of each of their backstories, and what we hope to create with this podcast!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hometown Conversations is a podcast dedicated to telling the stories of people in and around Hutchinson, Minnesota. Roman Bloemke and Jill Springer are your hosts. The podcast is a bi-weekly show. We started this podcast with the idea that within each community there are hundreds of stories that go untold. Our hope with this podcast is that we can help bring those stories to light. Guests will range from people around our hometown of Hutchinson, Minnesota, surrounding communities, and on occasion, just the two of us.Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hometownconversations Twitter: @
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Hometown Conversations is a podcast dedicated to telling the stories of people in and around Hutchinson, Minnesota. Roman Bloemke and Jill Springer are your hosts. The podcast is a bi-weekly show. We started this podcast with the idea that within each community there are hundreds of stories that go...
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Hometown Conversations is created and hosted by Roman Bloemke.
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