Episodes
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PorterNotes Podcast - 10/3/2022 Hurricane Ian hits SWFL
Season four, episode 8 of the podcast is a special discussion between Laurie and Alex regarding the recent events in Southwest Florida, namely the devastation, which occurred with Hurricane Ian. This is an account as best they can give from their location in Naples, Florida. If YOU want to help...
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PorterNotes Podcast - Jim Miller 9/14/2022
PorterNotes Podcast - Jim Miller Season Four, Episode 7 of the PorterNotes Podcast includes an interview with Jim Miller of The Jimare Wellness Counseling Center. Alex and Jim talk about addiction, alcoholism and counseling people who have been directed to receive an assessment as a result of a…
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PorterNotes Podcast - Annie Brook 6/26/2022
PorterNotes Podcast - Annie Brook Season four, episode six of the PorteNotes Podcast includes an interview with Annie Brook, founder of the Brook Institute. https://www.anniebrook.com Annie is a PHD, LPC, RSME (ISMETA), Body-Mind Centering teacher, a therapist in high regard in the Somatic...
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PorterNotes Podcast Surprise! Podcast Takeover 5/29/2022
How is this even possible? The PorterNotes Podcast is taken over by #ASC #americansongcontest Wisco rep: Jake'O!! @jakeomusic Jake'O music and Gigi!! The tables are turned as Gigi and Jake'O interview Alex and Laurie about music, art, podcasting, trivia and so much more. There's a lot learned…
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PorterNotes Podcast - Laurie interviews Jake’O 5/15/2022
For this very special episode of the PorterNotes Podcast, Laurie Porter interviews the one, and only, Jake'O. Musician, artist and performer extraordinaire. Recently Jake'O was a contestant on the NBC television show American Song Contest. Laurie talks to Jake'O about his career and his artistry....
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PorterNotes Podcast Aaron Smith 1/30/2022
PorterNotes Podcast - Aaron Smith Season Four, episode three of the PorteNotes Podcast includes an interview with Elvis Tribute Artist, Aaron Smith. Alex and Aaron discuss Elvis’s music, life and performances for Aaron’s one-man Elvis tribute. Aaron is a professional ETA who has traveled the...
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PorterNotes Podcast Happy New Year 1/9/2022
Well, here we are in 2022. In this episode of the podcast Laurie and Alex discuss milestones in 2021 and offer advice for 2022. Let's make it happen in '22. PorterNotes Music by TØRCH Sponsored by Shiela Trago BabyQuip ®2022PorterNotes
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PorterNotes Podcast SuperSpecial! Celebrating 10 years of Kettle & Cup
This very special episode of the PorterNotes Podcast includes Laurie and Alex discussing the humble beginnings of Reedsburg's favorite coffeeshop and den of creativity: Kettle & Cup The PorterNotes podcast is sponsored by Shiela Trago BabyQuip IQP Podcast music for this episode: Tørch ®2022...
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PorterNotes Podcast Supplemental 9/12/2021
This episode of the podcast features a catch-up discussion with Alex and Laurie. Many changes have occurred since the late episode and this should get us all up-to-speed. The PorterNotes podcast is sponsored by Shiela Trago/Babyquip Podcast music for this episode: TØRCH #podcast #interview #music...
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PorterNotes Podcast Wise Jennings 5/5/2021
This episode of the podcast features an interview with husband and wife performing artists: Wise Jennings. Alex, Melissa and Jeff discuss the band, the music, the festivals and all things Wise Jennings and beyond. Additionally, the group discusses the learning curves and benefits of streaming...
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PorterNotes Podcast Brad Palmer 3/21/2021
PorterNotes Podcast - Brad Palmer Season three, episode two of the PorteNotes Podcast includes an interview with Midwest musician, Brad Palmer. Alex and Brad discuss music, life, politics and the benefits of being a one-man band. Remember all episodes of our podcast are availble on Apple Podcast,...
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PorterNotes Podcast Season 3 Catching up with Laurie and Alex 3/6/2021
Season Three of the PorterNotes Podcast is here! In this episode, Alex and Laurie discuss what's happening and where they've been over the past few months. Additionally discussion about COVID-19, vaccinations, Wisco Veggie Foodie and much much more. Also, the future of the podcast and which U.S....
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PorterNotes Podcast Mary Mjelde 8/23/2020
This episode of the podcast features an interview with Sauk Prairie High School teacher, Mary Mjelde. Alex and Mary discuss the current events in teaching during a pandemic as well as the pros and cons to in-person school. Additionally, Mary discusses how running has become a way to work through...
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PorterNotes Podcast Roscoe Foster 8/2/2020
In this episode of The PorterNotes Podcast Alex interviews musician and fellow Leo: Roscoe Foster. Among the many topics covered, a conversation about music, Covid-19, facemasks and the importance of empathy. Check out Roscoe's band The Rascal Theory TRT…
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PorterNotes Podcast Supplemental 6/21/2020
This episode of the PorterNotes Podcast is a supplemental to tide you over until the next official episode becomes available. Alex discusses the events of the day and talks about life in general. Enjoy! Music by Alex Porter ®2020PorterNotes
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PorterNotes Podcast Faith in Modern Times ep. 4 Rabbi Betsy Forester
This is the fourth installment of the ongoing Faith In Modern Times series for the PorterNotes Podcast. Alex interviews Rabbi Betsy Forester of the Beth Israel Center of Madison, Wisconsin www.bethisraelcenter.org. They talk about Conservative Judaism, God and a view of community in modern times....
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PorterNotes Podcast Faith in Modern Times ep. 3 Meido Moore
In this very special episode part 3 of our ongoing series Faith in Modern Times, an interview with Meido Moore of the Korinji Rinzai Zen Community http://www.korinji.org. He discusses Buddhism, Enlightenment and how he got to where he is today as Abbot of the Retreat in rural Wisconsin. Followed…
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PorterNotes Podcast Faith in Modern Times ep. 2 Sonny Hyde ft. Teresa Zolczynski
This very special episode of the podcast is the second in the series “Faith in Modern Times“. In this episode there is an interview with Sonny Hyde, Pastor at Cornerstone MBC www.cornerstonembc.com outside of Reedsburg, Wisconsin. Sonny and Alex discuss keeping your head above water during tough...
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PorterNotes Podcast Supplemental 3/25/2020
Hey Everybody! In this brief supplemental episode of the PorterNotes Podcast, Alex and Laurie check in with you regarding the state of the state. Keep safe, check on each other and keep washing your hands. ©PorterNotes 2020
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PorterNotes Podcast Faith in Modern Times ep. 1 Clark Peterson
This is the first episode in a new series for the PorterNotes Podcast: Faith in Modern Times In this episode Alex meets with Pastor Clark Peterson of New Life Assembly of God Church http://www.newlifeassembly.org of Reedsburg, Wisconsin. The two discuss the challenges of keeping positive in the...
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PorterNotes Podcast Brief 2/29/2020
Hey Everybody, Here is a brief episode describing the joys of being a sponsor for the PorterNotes Podcast and how Patreon is a terrific option for this. Please feel free to share. ©PorterNotes 2020
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AmericaLand Podcast #2 2/22/2020
Americaland episodes of the PorterNotes Podcast focus on our love of travel, in and outside of the United States. http://www.facebook.com/americalandpage In this episode we discuss some of our getaways in 2019. From a weekend rendezvous in a quirky Wisconsin theme suite to a Caribbean Cruise, we...
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PorterNotes Podcast Supplemental 2/16/2020
Here is an extra snippet from my Checking in with Bron episode which occurred when our conversation ran a little long. Please enjoy and look for our next full episode which will be an Americaland podcast. Coming soon. Music by Steve Fuller please go to PorterNotes.com for more! ©PorterNotes 2020
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PorterNotes Podcast Checking in with Bron 2/5/2020
This episode of the PorterNotes Podcast is a “Checking In” episode. Alex has a fun conversation with an old friend, Bron. The two talk over old times and catch up on where they are in life today. Enjoy! ©PorterNotes 2020
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PorterNotes Podcast Brief 1/5/2020
Happy New Year. New brief episode to say hello. Check out more at http://www.porternotes.com Hey! Send us a message: [email protected] ©PorterNotes 2020
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PorterNotes Podcast Brief 9/2/2019
A little supplemental podcast episode to discuss latest happenings. Enjoy!
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K&C Podcast Matthew Nygren 8/2019
This episode of the Kettle & Cup Podcast is an interview with Matthew Nygren. Matt is an EDM music artist otherwise known as TØRCH. You can get to his soundcloud page here. Alex and Matt discuss the evolution of his music and the personal growth along the way as well. As a wrap up, Laurie and…
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PorterNotes Podcast Brief 8/19/2019
Just a few minutes alone with a microphone and my thoughts. The next official episode is out in one week, but this is something for followers in the meantime. Podcast music by Alex Porter Visit the PorterNotes website here. ®2019 PorterNotes
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Special Announcement!
You found it! The PorterNotes Podcast (formerly known exclusively as the Kettle & Cup Podcast). Enjoy the same great content here at our new digs! Visit the K&C facebook page here. All things PorterNotes can be accessed here. Transition music: Steve Fuller ®2019 PorterNotes
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K&C Podcast Katie Schofield 7/2019
Originally uploaded in July of 2019 this episode is an interview with Katie Schofield. Katie is an artist from Reedsburg, Wisconsin. In this episode Alex and Katie discuss art, goats, libraries and webcomics. See Katie's webcomic here. Visit the K&C facebook page here. All things PorterNotes can…
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K&C Podcast Maxx Shapiro 11/2018
Originally uploaded in November of 2018 this episode is an interview with Maxx Shapiro. Maxx is a entrepreneur and activist from Reedsburg, Wisconsin. In this episode Alex and Maxx discuss growing up in Wisconsin, family and making a difference with your activism. The wrap up is a conversation...
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K&C Podcast Dale Glaudell 9/2018
Originally uploaded in September of 2018 this episode is an interview with Dale Glaudell. Dale is a singer songwriter from Reedsburg, Wisconsin. He's also a recording artist, author and all around great guy. In this episode Alex and Dale discuss music, songwriting and performing live around...
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AmericaLand Podcast #1 8/2018
First Episode of AmericaLand Podcast. Enjoy this discussion on travel with Alex & Laurie. Visit the AmericaLand facebook page here. All things PorterNotes can be accessed here. K&C Podcast title music: Alex Porter Transition music: Steve Fuller ®2018 PorterNotes
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K&C Podcast Derek Ramnarace 7/2018
Originally uploaded in July of 2018 this episode is an interview with Derek Ramnarace. Derek is a singer songwriter from Baraboo, Wisconsin. In this episode Alex and Derek discuss music, art and performing live around Wisconsin with his band Old Soul Society. Derek also discusses the Ragged Roots...
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K&C Podcast Kyle Martin 6/2018
Originally uploaded in June of 2018 this episode is an interview with Kyle Martin. Kyle is a native of Reedsburg, Wisconsin and is a celebrated Plein Air painter and entrepreneur. In this episode Alex and Kyle discuss growing up in Art, skateboarding and the marriage of the two. The wrap up is a...
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K&C Podcast Barb Steinhorst 5/2018
Originally uploaded in May of 2018 this episode is an interview with Barb Steinhorst. Barb is a native of Reedsburg, Wisconsin and has been a local historian. In this episode Alex and Barb discuss growing up in Reedsburg, Barb's turn on American Pickers and the changes that take place in a small...