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Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 6: Once The Gang has reached NYC they finally start to put the pieces together. And the pieces don’t look good… Rick and Billy have a great day, for the most part. Then s#!t hits the fan. Recorded on September 17th, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas & Christopher Erickson. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Amelia Barr, Cory Coffman, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Mary Gaines, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas, Chris Wagoner & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy, VaBene & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 6: Rumor Mill first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 5: As The Gang keeps journeying Eastward, we discover more about the origins of Smashmouth Valley. Also, a lot of talk of verandas as the weary travelers reach New York City at last. Recorded on August 20th, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Gracie Anderson, Amelia Barr, Cory Coffman, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Mary Gaines, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas, Chris Wagoner & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy, VaBene & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 5: Golden Opportunity first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 4: Lovers on the run. Bank robbery. And a high-stakes game of Go Fish… Also, Zatch becomes a “Wanted Man.” Recorded on July 16th, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Gracie Anderson, Cory Coffman, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Mary Gaines, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Christina Stroup-Manchester, Blake Thomas, Chris Wagoner & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy, VaBene & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 4: Steamboat Snatch first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 3: When the rain really starts to fall you need to figure out how to stay dry. Not just for today, but for the rest of your days. Recorded on June 18th, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Gracie Anderson, Cory Coffman, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Christina Stroup-Manchester, Blake Thomas & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 3: Big Rain first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 2: Zatch, Rick, and Mary jump on The Circus wagon to get a little farther down the road, having found themselves in a pickle. Recorded on May 21st, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Gracie Anderson, Cory Coffman, Abe Curran, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Kendall Anne Thompson & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 2: Traveling Circus first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for TIWY Season Six! Eight all original episodes set in the old west and told in sequence. Chapter 1: When an alarming telegram is delivered to Mary’s Cafe & Brothel it sets an adventure in motion that takes U.S. Marshall Zatch, Deputy Rick, and Mary on the road out East. Recorded on April 16th, 2019 at The Teatro Zuccone in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story by Blake Thomas with story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum, Ryan Nelson & Matt Riehle. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. Matt Riehle is our musical director and Kendra Carlson is our stage and production manager. Starring: Gracie Anderson, Cory Coffman, Christopher Erickson, Mary Fox, Ryan Nelson, Blake Reistad, Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas, Kendall Anne Thompson & Zachary Stofer. Thank you to our 2019 Season Sponsors: Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Duluth Coffee Co., Sir Benedict’s Tavern On The Lake, Buzz Frenzy & The Zeitgeist Center For Arts And Community.The post Season 6 – Chapter 1: Hired Gun first appeared on Take It With You.

When a group of animal activists go too far the entire planet teeters on the brink of destruction. Is it the end of the world as we know it? As long as we keep singing there might be a fighting chance… Recorded on November 20th, 2018 at The NorShor Theatre in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story by Blake Thomas, MacKenzie McCullum, Matt Riehle & Zachary Stofer. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #40: Emergency Broadcast – The Musical first appeared on Take It With You.

What happens when a bunch of unsupervised teens have to deal with a vicious, undead, predator (in addition to their off-the-chart hormones)? Find out in our 5th annual Halloweeny episode. Recorded on October 23rd, 2018 at The NorShor Theatre in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas & Andy Frye. Original music by Blake Thomas & Matt Riehle. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #39: I Know What You Did Last Weekend (When Unsupervised Teens Deal With Serial Killing And Sexual Frustration) first appeared on Take It With You.

When the Capyard and McArch families get to feudin’ over a plot of land, sparks will fly (in a number of ways). What’s a Sheriff and a Deputy to do? Recorded on September 18th, 2018 at The NorShor Theatre in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Original music by Matt Riehle and Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #38: The Western II: A Continuation of Part One; Family Feuding and the Consequences. first appeared on Take It With You.

The Ballad Of Mitchell P. Crumpleton Just who is Mitchell P. Crumpleton? And what has he said? What has he done? Is he the most influential person in the history of time? But then again, what is time? Perhaps it’s time to find out… Recorded on August 21st, 2018 at The NorShor Theatre in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Original music by Matt Riehle and Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #37: The Ballad Of Mitchell P. Crumpleton first appeared on Take It With You.

Boxing: The American Dream and Whatnot, Set In Boston and Whichway, Loosely Based on the Acting of Mark Wahlberg. The name says it all. Recorded on July 17th, 2018 at The NorShor theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story assistance from Taylor C. Hays, Matt Riehle, Zachary Stofer & MacKenzie McCullum. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #36: Boxing: The American Dream and Whatnot, Set In Boston and Whichway, Loosely Based on the Acting of Mark Wahlberg. first appeared on Take It With You.

Girl Road Trip: A Feel-Good-Life-Changing-Story for Girls AND Boys. Who doesn’t love a good ol’ fashion road trip? Sun, road, trees. The wheels on the road. Puffy clouds dotting a pure blue sky… Also an Australian guy named Trig and a kidnapping. It’s all part of the fun.  Recorded on June 19th, 2018 at The Underground Theatre in Duluth, MN. Written by Mary Fox and MacKenzie McCullum. Original music by Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas, and Mary Gaines . Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #35: Girl Road Trip: A Feel-Good-Life-Changing-Story for Girls AND Boys. first appeared on Take It With You.

I mean there’s knights and castles and s#!t. Plus a very very special goat. And dragons. Of course there’s dragons. Recorded on May 15th, 2018 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Editing and story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum. Original music by Matt Riehle & Blake. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #34: Knights and Castles and S#!t: A Period Piece first appeared on Take It With You.

It’s never a dull day at Super General Hospital… Recorded on April 24th, 2018 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story by Blake & Mackenzie McCullum. Editing and story assistance from MacKenzie McCullum & Ryan Nelson. Original music by Matt Riehle and Blake. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. The post Episode #33: A Super General Hospital: The One Where Andy Dies first appeared on Take It With You.

In this full-on radio musical the TIWY crew tells the story of Thanksgiving like you’ve never heard it before. Recorded on November 21st, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Script and story by Andy Frye & Mary Fox. Editing and story assistance from Blake Thomas. Lyrics by Andy Frye, Mary Fox, Blake Thomas & Matt Riehle. Music by Matt, Blake & Andy. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. The post Episode #32: Thanksgiving: The Musical first appeared on Take It With You.

When the gang takes their yearly staff retreat to West Duluth things take a deliciously deadly turn. Recorded on October 17th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Editing and story assistance from Mary Fox, MacKenzie McCullum & Phil Jents. Original music by Blake, Matt Riehle, Chris Wagoner & Mary Gaines. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. The post Episode #31: Horror first appeared on Take It With You.

Long ago. In a galaxy far far away. Dot. Dot. Dot. We join the TIWY crew in an epic space adventure. Recorded on September 19th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Ryan Nelson. Editing and story assistance from Blake Thomas, MacKenzie McCullum & Phil Jents. Original music by Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas & Andy Frye. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #30: The Empire Smacks Zach first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us as we pull back the curtain on the most successful live radio theatre podcast in the history of the universe. Recorded on August 22nd, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Editing and story assistance from Mary Fox, MacKenzie McCullum & Phil Jents. Original music by Blake & Matt Riehle. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick. The post Episode #29: Behind The Scenes first appeared on Take It With You.

Those darned Russians! They’re at it again. Except this time… they’re after our beer, dammit. Can the gang get to the bottom of their diabolical plan before it’s too late? There’s only one way to find out. Recorded on July 18th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas with Mary Fox, MacKenzie McCullum & Phil Jents. Original music by Matt Riehle, Blake Thomas, Chris Wagoner & Mary Gaines. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #28: Stealy McStealerson & The Case Of The Beer Bandit first appeared on Take It With You.

It’s a crazy time, those teenage years. So many decisions. So much pressure. And at least one life changing high school football game. Join the gang as they stumble down memory lane toward the most important night of their young lives (sorta)… Recorded on June 27th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Phil Jents. Story editing by Mary and Mackenzie McCullum. Original music by Blake Thomas and Matt Riehle. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #27: A Day To Remember, And Forget, And Remember Again first appeared on Take It With You.

Romance is in the air! Except it’s flying haphazardly like a drunken fruit bat… Love! Betrayal!! Elephants!!! It’s all packed into this radio rom-com romp. Recorded on May 30th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth. Written by Mary Fox & Andy Frye. Story by Mary, Andy & Katy Helbacka. Original music by Blake Thomas and Matt Riehle. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #26: Wedding Of The Century first appeared on Take It With You.

In this “rover” episode we read an essay by author David LeGault (luh-go) from his latest book “One Million Maniacs: Beanie Babies, Killer Cars and The Power of Collecting.” Find more info at onemillionmaniacs.com and/or outpost19.comThe post TIWY Author Series, Vol. 1: David LeGault first appeared on Take It With You.

On this TIWY “Rover” series Nicholas Pascuzzi makes up delicious cocktails on the fly using limited information: a base booze, and a descriptor. Let’s see what happens.The post Drinkin’ With Scuzzi, Vol. 1: Mike Novitzki first appeared on Take It With You.

On our second “Rover” podcast it’s the apocalypse. And there are zombies. And we here at Take It With You are all in the group. Fighting to stay alive. And we come across you… So whatdya got? What skill do you have that we should let you join our group? We’ve asked this question of all 23 guests we’ve had on our show. So, who really makes the cut in the post apocalyptic world? Listen to find out.The post It’s The Apocalypse first appeared on Take It With You.

In our first Take It With You “Rover” episode we welcome Brooks Thomas and Matt Gildner: two very smart people having a conversation about gravity.The post We Need To Talk, Vol. 1: Brooks and Matt first appeared on Take It With You.

Join us for an original tale of high adventure in the wild west, filled with love, betrayal, and coconut horses… We welcome special guest, the mayor of Duluth, MN, Emily Larson. Recorded on April 18th, 2017 in The Underground theater in Duluth.. Written by Blake Thomas. Story and music by Blake Thomas and Andy Frye. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake & Nick.The post Episode #25: The Golden Guitar first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Dec 13, 2016 Despite a case of the post election blues, the gang is in high spirits on their favorite day of the year: “Double Holiday!” But when a blizzard hits Duluth it leaves them no choice but to stay the night at the tavern. As the temperature drops they’re faced with some tough decisions… and everybody has an opinion. We welcome special guest Brian Schanzenbach of Blacklist Beer, plus a very special appearance from Don Ness, and we celebrate the music of Leonard Cohen. Recorded on November 15th, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and Edited by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #24: Snowed In first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Mar 09, 2017 On our third annual Halloweeny episode the gang must survive a night in the deep dark woods… Boo!!! We welcome special guest Gia Bellamy of Duluth Loves Local. More info at duluthloveslocal.com Recorded on October, 18th 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Andy Bennett and Katy Helbacka. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #23: The SHT Witch Project first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 21, 2017 On the night of the harvest moon, Lil’ Angie foretells of a culinary battle that could change the future of food forever. The only problem? It’s happening right there at the bar. So, what side will the gang be on? Lettuce find out… We welcome special guest Adam Swanson who paints live during the show! See the final work at takeitwithyou.org/painting Recorded on September, 20th 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Don Ness and Blake Thomas. Story by Don Ness. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #22: Soup De Resistance first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 07, 2017 When a water-logged stranger appears in the tavern Blake and Rick have little choice but to let him tell his tale of adventure on the high seas… We welcome special guests Abigail Mlinar of Tall Ships Duluth and Nicholas Pascuzzi of Vikre Distillery. Plus appearances from the mayor of Duluth, Emily Larson, and Don Ness (as the storyteller). Recorded on August 16th, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story by Blake, Ryan Nelson and Mary Fox. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #21: Dark And Stormy first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Jan 24, 2017 When a rumor circulates about the mayor of Duluth leaving town, Zach proposes a drastic plan that divides the bar in half. But with a little help from Tom Brokaw the gang just might pull through. We welcome special guest Candace LaCosse of Hemlocks Leatherworks and we celebrate the music of guitar legend Scotty Moore. Recorded on July 19th, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Ryan Nelson. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited, mixed and mastered by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #20: DUL’EXIT first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Jan 10, 2017 Blake, Zach and Andy head to the woods to train for an ultra-triathlon while Mary and Katy hold down the bar. A new hire, a tap malfunction, and a surprise inspection put the ladies in a tight spot. In the woods things aren’t going much better for the gents. We celebrate some of our favorite female songwriters and we welcome special guest Jessie Erickson of Runa Yoga, plus an appearance from Duluth Mayor, Emily Larson. Recorded on June 21st, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Blake Thomas. Story by Blake Thomas and Mary Fox. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and mastered by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #19: Boys And Girls first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Dec 27, 2016 A discussion about Prince’s legacy leads to a spat and, tricked by Lil’ Angie, Blake finds himself in an alternate reality where everything is just a little different. Will he ever make it back to see the old gang again? It may all come down to some good old fashioned lesson learnin’. We celebrate the music of Prince and we welcome special guest Dave Grandmaison of The Duluth Experience, plus an appearance from Duluth Mayor, Emily Larson. Recorded on May 17th, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Andy Bennett & Katy Helbacka. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Edited by Blake Thomas. Mastered by Nick Gosen.The post Episode #18: Purple Wormhole first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Nov 29, 2016 The snow has melted. The birds are singing. Andy is overcome with spring fever. But the mood takes a somber turn when a mysterious note forewarns of impending doom. What is the gang going to do with their last few hours on earth? Seize the day, of course. We welcome special guest Eric Faust of Duluth Coffee Co. and appearances from Don Ness and Duluth Mayor, Emily Larson. Recorded on April 19th, 2016 in The Underground theater in Duluth, MN. Written by Mary Fox & Blake Thomas. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and Edited by Blake and Nick.The post Episode #17: Carpe Diem first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Jun 07, 2016 In the season 2 finale it’s the grand opening night of Blake’s new bar, but things take a turn when the Mayor of Duluth, Don Ness, goes missing. Zach, Rick, Andy, and Katy split off to search. But will they find Don in time to and save the day? Only time will tell… Featuring music from Charlie Parr & The Boomchucks, with special guest Don Ness in his last appearance as Mayor. The show was recorded on November 17th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Story by Blake, Mary and Ryan Nelson. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and Edited by Blake Thomas. Original music from Charlie Parr & The Boomchucks.The post Episode #16: All Good Things first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released May 11, 2016 When Cherry is found murdered, Damien calls in two hardboiled detectives to take on the case. But when Blake becomes their #1 suspect it’s up to Zach and Rick to uncover the truth and restore the gang’s Halloween cheer. With special guests: Duluth City Councilor Elissa Hansen and Dan Smith of Duluth Firefighters Operation Warm. The show was recorded on October 20th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground (Duluth, MN). Written by Andy Bennett & Katy Helbacka. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and Edited by Blake Thomas.The post Episode #15: Murder With A Cherry On Top first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released May 10, 2016 When fat cat investor Dirk Dobblestock gives the gang a million dollars to start a folk school, they jump at the chance. But as time goes by they start to suspect that Dirk’s agenda might not be so philanthropic after all. Will they get to the bottom of it all and save the day? Only with the help of special guests Bob Monahan and Southwire of Chaperone Records. The show was recorded on September 15th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Recorded by Nick Gosen. Mixed and Edited by Blake Thomas.The post Episode #14: Back To School first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Oct 14, 2015 In episode #13 Blake and the gang take to the baseball field when Cherry & Damien throw down a high stakes challenge. Sportsing Gary whips the crew into shape with his unique coaching style. Zach finds the secret weapon. Don Ness unveils his plan for the future & Mrs. Delicious sells ice cream (and make’s Blake blush). The show was recorded on August 18th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Recorded by Jon Brophy. Edited by Blake Thomas & Nick Gosen.The post Episode #13: Follow Your Field Of Dreams first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Sep 09, 2015 In episode #12 Blake’s backwoods vacation quickly takes a turn when he discovers that Zach has signed them up for a reality television show. The crew dukes it out against their rivals from Cherry’s Place and they discover what’s really lurking in the deep dark forest… With special guest Tom O’Rourke, executive director of The Hartley Nature Center. The show was recorded on July 21st, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Mary Fox & Blake Thomas. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Blake Thomas & Nick Gosen. “Trouble In Mind” (R. M. Jones, arr. Blake Thomas), “Sitting On Top of the World” (traditional), “Stones in the Water” written and performed by Brianna Lane. All other songs by Blake Thomas.The post Episode #12: Into The Woods first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Aug 07, 2015 In episode #11 Zach takes the crew to a beer festival where they offer up samples of “Mystery Beer.” Blake goes for a trip into the woods. Mary and Katy discuss Hemingway. Bent Paddle Brewing Co. starts asking questions and the Mayor steps up to the plate. We welcome special guests Karen & Bryon Tonnis and Colin & Laura Mullen, founding members of Bent Paddle. The show was recorded on June 30th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Blake Thomas & Nick Gosen. “White Freightliner Blues” written by Townes Van Zandt. “Sitting On Top of the World” traditional. All other songs by Blake Thomas.The post Episode #11: The Festival first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Jun 30, 2015 In episode #10 Zach hires himself and starts serving a new beer with mixed results. Cherry’s Place across the street is hosting a block party with Mary Bue and Her Band. Rick meets a new old friend. And Matthew Barthelemy & Michael McLean of Doggie Brew Bites stop in to save the day. The show was recorded on May 19th, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Ryan Nelson. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Blake Thomas & Nick Gosen. “Flowers” written by Blake Thomas. Original music performed and written by Mary Bue.The post Episode #10: Everything Is Alright first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released May 03, 2015 In episode 09 Rick & Mary return from “winter break” as Blake deals with new competition from across the street. Zach prepares for the apocalypse after reading Tom Isbell’s book The Prey. Tom and Don talk fonts, Zach gives us a lesson in communication and Mary’s new friend pitches his web-series. The show was recorded on April 21st, 2015 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Ryan Nelson. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Blake Thomas & Nick Gosen. “World of War” & “Flatlands” written by Blake Thomas. “I Truly Understand,” “Sugar Hill” & “ Sitting On Top of the World” traditional. The post Episode #09: Everything’s Coming Up Ruses first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 28, 2015 In the final episode of Season 01 the crew is invited to The Mayor’s house for Thanksgiving. Don deals with unexpected visitors on the campaign trail, Zach goes on “the ultimate adventure,” Mary tap-DANCES, and Charlie Parr & Sarah Krueger trade songs. Charlie Parr: 12 sting guitar, Vocals Sarah Krueger: Guitar, Vocals Blake Thomas: Guitar, Banjo, Bass, Vocals Lane Prekker: Washboard/Percussion. The show was recorded on November 18th, 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Mary Fox & Don Ness. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #08: A Thankful’Ness’ Thanksgiving first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 20, 2015 In episode 07 Halloween is upon us and folk duo Count This Penny return from the grave to play the show “they never got to play.” Andy & Angie have their hands full in the basement. Lady Alchemy [hunts] ghosts & the women of zStudio stop by to talk Zumba. The show was recorded on October 28th, 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Andy Bennett & Katy Helbacka. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #07: Allhallowtidings first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 13, 2015 In episode 06 “the most important night of the year” is ruined when Zach, Rick & Bill try to fix a problem. Josh Harty plays a show, Andy finds a mentor, Joel & Emily Vikre talk booze, and Don Ness uses an “old mayor trick” to be in two places at once. The show was recorded on September 16th, 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Katy Helbacka, Andy Bennett & Blake Thomas. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #06: A Case Of The Grass Is Always Greeners first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Feb 06, 2015 In episode 05 Bill & Rick hold down the fort while the gang is in the clink. Zach tries to escape, Mary & Andy have places to be, Justin & Sarah Steinbach talk maritime amusement, Don Ness goes down memory lane, and the and the jailbirds get “scared straight” by two unfortunately named corrections officers. The show was recorded on August 19th, 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Andy Bennett, Katy Helbacka, Blake Thomas & Mary Fox. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #05: The Hoosegow first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Nov 08, 2014 In episode 04 the crew goes down to the beach as Blake hunkers down in the bar. Zach sets out to swim across Lake Superior. Rick & Bill do beach yoga. Don Ness fulfills his campaign promises, and Scott Laderman (surfer, professor & author) saves the day. The show was recorded on July, 22nd 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Mary Fox, Blake Thomas & Andy Frye. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #04: A Day At The Beach first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Sep 01, 2014 In the third episode Blake, Bill and Rick talk love & marathons. Zach runs into his nemesis. Mary wrangles chickens with some help from a new friend. Andy hires a manager from the big city. Don “wins” a trophy. And we find out what’s really down in the basement. We welcome special guests Lucie Amundsen of Locally Laid Egg Co. (locallylaid.com), Kellie Nitz on the upright bass, Lane Prekker on washboard/percussion, and the mayor of Duluth, MN, Don Ness. The show was recorded on June, 17th 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Andy Frye. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #03: Zach In A Hole first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released Jul 15, 2014 In the second episode Blake and Rick talk war & whiskey. The bees get in somehow. Songwriter Brianna Lane plays a show. Mary shows up on her day off. Andy writes a new song. Zach plans a hiking adventure. And a couple enjoys “date night.” We welcome special guests Jonathan Otis of Lake Superior Honey Co. (lakesuperiorhoneycompany.com), Kellie Nitz on the upright bass, Lane Prekker on washboard/percussion, and the mayor of Duluth, MN, Don Ness. The show was recorded on May, 20th 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Andy Frye. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #02: Things As They Appear first appeared on Take It With You.

Originally Released May 15, 2014 In the debut episode Blake & Bill talk snakes. Mary deals with a bachelorette party. Andy applies for a job. Zach goes to the ice caves. Steve & Jamie discuss “hip” new trends in music. And Blake & co. sing songs. We welcome special guests Brian Schanzenbach of Blacklist Brewing (blacklistbrewing.com), Kellie Nitz on the upright bass, and the mayor of Duluth, MN, Don Ness. The show was recorded on April 15th, 2014 in front of a live audience at The Underground theatre (Duluth, MN). Written by Blake Thomas, Mary Fox & Andy Frye. Recorded and mixed by Nick Gosen. Edited by Nick Gosen and Blake Thomas.The post Episode #01: Things To Look Forward To first appeared on Take It With You.