PODCAST · society
Vermillion Unplugged
by Jose Lira
There are very interesting people in South Dakota of all places. Scientists, doctors, engineers, politicians, international people, farmers etc. We'll meet them and get a different perspective of the people that live in a midwestern small college town.
Episodes
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 201: Leslie Gerrish | South Dakota House Candidate
Leslie Gerrish is running for South Dakota House in District 17. We discuss education and the the struggles of the middle class. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 200: Chris Nelson | Providence Reformed Church
Chris Nelson is a pastor at Providence Reformed Church in Vermillion. We discuss how he came to faith and biblical stories. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 199: Chris Kassin | District 17 House of Representatives
Chris Kassin is the current House Representative for District 17. We talk about his campaign and issues across the state. Thank you to Main Street Inn for the location! Big thanks to our sponsor! MVP Cuts Sioux Falls Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 198: April Lee | Community Service
April Lee is the Assistant Director of Service Learning & Community at the University of South Dakota. We discuss about community service and the Feed The Funnel event. Big thanks to our sponsor! MVP Cuts Sioux Falls Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 197: Kwaku Oteng | Computer Science
Kwaku Oteng is a software engineer. We discuss the differences between Ghana and South Dakota, Christianity, and AI. Big thanks to our sponsor! MVP Cuts Sioux Falls Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 196: Stew Powers | Sweden to South Dakota
Stew Powers is a new pastor at Pulse of Life. He discusses his life in Sweden and how he ended up in South Dakota of all places. Big thanks to our sponsor! MVP Cuts Sioux Falls Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 195: Stephanie Ufford | Ufford Hills
Stephanie Ufford joins us to discuss her upcoming Corn Maze & Harvest Festival at Ufford Hills. Thank you Pop Fizz for reaching out! Big thanks to our sponsor! MVP Cuts Sioux Falls Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 194: Austin Brunick | Data Centers
Austin Brunick is the Democrat candidate for District 17 House. We discuss the data center situation and issues South Dakotans are facing. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 193: Savannah Klein | Daycare
Savannah Klein runs Nana's Little Ducklings Daycare. We discuss the hardship and struggle of daycares in South Dakota. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 192: Tracy Tian | Volunteering
Tracy Tian is a newly graduated medical PhD student and military medic. We discuss her experience in the military and her passion in volunteering. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 191: Adam Dyess | Dyess Media & Web Funnel Express
Adam Dyess is in film production and web design. We discuss filmmaking, cultural identity, and media analysis. Web Funnel Express Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 190: Larry Rhoden & Tony Venhuizen | South Dakota Governor
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden & Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen are preparing for their runoff election. We discuss economic difficulties, healthcare, and ways to combat them. Thank you to Main Street Inn for the location! Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 189: Nichole Lewison | Nursing & Home Care
Nichole Lewison is a registered nurse. We discuss why she started her home care program and senior care in the state. https://www.nursingbynichole.com/ Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 188: Jarett Bies | Jake Jaunt Missouri River
Jarett Bies is a postal man. We discuss the upcoming Jake Jaunt event for July 18th. Where people paddle 25 miles from Yankton to Clay County on the Missouri River. For more information check out The Jake Jaunt. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 187: Maya Radigan | College Life
Maya Radigan is a local of Vermillion. We discuss about college and what the future holds. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 186: Toby Doeden | South Dakota Governor Candidate
Toby Doeden is a businessman and running for Governor of South Dakota. We discuss why he's running, the issues in the state, and what he has planned. Thank you to Main Street Inn for the location! Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 185: Rand Wergin | Life Lessons & Finding Your Purpose
Rand Wergin is a University of South Dakota Professor of Marketing. We discuss life lessons, opportunities, and what gives us purpose. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 184: Rebecca Bailey | Shakespeare Festival
Rebecca Bailey is the Executive Artistic Director of the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival. We discuss the upcoming festival and philosophical themes. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 183: Victoria & Travis | Prairie Eye Clinic
Dr. Victoria Johnson & Dr. Travis Larson are optometrists for Prairie Eye Clinic. We discuss what an optometrist does, eye care, and share stories. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 182: Bill Ames | School Board Candidate
Bill Ames is in the IT field. We discuss why he's running for school board, and what he would do. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 181: Jon Cole | Mayor Candidate
Jon Cole is the current Mayor of Vermillion. We discuss the behind the scenes of what goes on, and what it's been like in taking the role. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Farm...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 180: John Banasiak & Sarah Hanson-Pareek | Photography
John Banasiak is a photographer who is retiring from the University of South Dakota. Sarah Hanson-Pareek is an independent artist and former student of his. We discuss their work and what photography means to them. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 179: Kristy Bothwell | Rosewood Greenhouse
Kristy Bothwell owns Rosewood Greenhouse. We discuss her passion of flowers and how the nursery started. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 178: Kevin O'Kelley | Mayor Candidate
Kevin O'Kelley is a mayor candidate for Vermillion. We discuss why Kevin is running and some ways to fix issues such as housing. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Farm Bureau Financial…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 177: Austin Brunick | South Dakota House Candidate
Austin Brunick is running for District 17 House of Representatives. We discuss why he's running, his campaign, and the healthcare system. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Farm Bureau Financial...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 176: Shivansh Rastogi | Elevaze
Shivansh is a finance student and the founder of Elevaze. We discuss how he started his company and how Elevaze Rx is being implemented at a local pharmacy. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Farm Bureau...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 175: Prashant Shrestha | U.S. Diversity Visa lottery
Prashant is a personal banker & military veteran. We discuss his life before winning the U.S. Diversity Visa lottery. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 174: Mary Redlin | City Council Candidate
Mary Redlin is running for City Council in Vermillion. We discuss why she is running, housing, and future development. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 173: IKTOMI-INK
IKTOMI-INK is a mother & daughter own tattoo shop. We discuss how they got into tattoos and the tattoo scene. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 172: Molly Radigan | Boston Marathon
Molly Radigan is a well known local runner. We discuss her experience in the Boston Marathon and how she started. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 171: Amy & Jeff | Fine Mess
Fine Mess is a local indie band made of workers in education. They discuss how they started, they're growth and what's next for them. They'll be playing in Sioux Falls tonight at 7:30 pm. Big thanks to our sponsor! FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 170: Daniel Herrera | Life Is Too Short
Daniel Herrera shares his childhood stories, being a parent, and a bit on his accident. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Pristine Enterprises Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 169: Dan Alten | Comedian
Dan Alten is stand-up comedian. We discuss how he got into it and discuss stories. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Pristine Enterprises Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 168: Mark Krebs | Travel Agent
Mark Krebs is a travel agent and owns 72 And Sunny Travel. We discuss travel tips for 2026 and personal goals. Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Pristine Enterprises Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 167: Kayla Buffalo-Chief Sirom | Justice for Lori Ann DeCora
Kayla Buffalo-Chief Sirom is the daughter of Lori Ann DeCora. Lori was murdered in Sioux City when Kayla was a child. She discusses the cold case and her experience. Lori's Cold Case Information Big thanks to our sponsors! FIVE STAR Barbershop Pristine Enterprises...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 166: Mohamed Mohamed | South Dakota Politics
Mohamed is an upcoming journalist and works with Coyote News at the University of South Dakota. We discuss local, South Dakota politics, and the current administration. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 165: Renae Helper | Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Renae Helper works for social services on the Santee Sioux Reservation. We discuss reservation life, missing and murdered indigenous women/relatives, and Lori Ann DeCora. Lori Ann DeCora Case Justice For Lori Ann DeCora Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 164: Corgan Larson | Law Student
Corgan Larson is a law student at the University of South Dakota. We discuss the gray areas in the law and his career path. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR Barbershop Wynie Mae's AVEDA Salon…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 163: Ethan Parr | Medical School & Rodeo
Ethan Parr is a medical student at the University of South Dakota. We discuss why he wants to be a doctor, how medical school is, and his experience in rodeo. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 162: Larry Brady | Business & Philanthropy
Larry Brady is a businessman and philanthropist. We discuss his early life in New York, military service, and how he ended up in South Dakota. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR Barbershop Wynie Mae's...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 161: Ashlee Carter | C- Cleaning Services
Ashlee Carter is the owner of C-Cleaning Services. We discuss how she started it, true crime/horror, and finances. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR Barbershop Wynie Mae's AVEDA Salon & Spa Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 160: Brixz The Flip | Village Packs
Brixz is the Sous Chef of The Duck & Cat. We discuss his Filipino & Mexican heritage, how immigrant cuisine has shaped America, and Pokemon. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR Barbershop Wynie Mae's AVEDA Salon &...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 159: Jamie Smith | Sioux Falls Mayor Candidate
Jamie Smith is the Minority Leader of the South Dakota House of Representatives. We discuss his candidacy for Sioux Falls Mayor, and how he got into politics. Big thanks to our sponsors! Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency FIVE STAR Barbershop Wynie Mae's...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 158: Christian Skunk | Native Identity, Law School, & Public Service
We talk with Christian Skunk, a Native American law student at USD, about life on the reservation, tribal law, and why Native communities need more lawyers. We discuss misconceptions about reservations, politics, free speech, gun laws, and the importance of having real conversations across...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 157: Jody Harnois | Heck's BBQ
Jody is the owner of the Heck's Dakota Style BBQ. We discuss the history of it, barbeque, and Jody's community involvement such as boxing. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us…
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 156: Kasey Jensen | Jensen Kennels
Kasey Jensen runs Jensen Kennels. We discuss how she started her doggy daycare business and dogs. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 155: Zeke Robinson | BREAK THRU BOYZ
Zeke Robinson runs BREAK THRU BOYZ and Robinson's Pro Cleaning. We discuss about courage, fear of judgment, and what's impacting young men. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 154: Melissa Tabke | Farmer's Market
Melissa Tabke is the manager of the Vermillion Area Farmer's Market. We discuss the importance of farmer's markets, upcoming events, and her background in agriculture science. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 153: Doug Peterson | USD Chair of Psychology
Doug Peterson is the chair of the University of South Dakota's department of Psychology. We discuss his role, human behavior, and purpose. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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Vermillion Unplugged Ep. 152: Noreen Jorgensen | Blue Tin Ranch
Noreen Jorgensen is the owner of the Blue Tin Ranch. We discuss how she started it and South Dakota culture. Today's sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services: Jon Cole Agency Check out our sponsor FIVE STAR Barbershop Follow us on...
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There are very interesting people in South Dakota of all places. Scientists, doctors, engineers, politicians, international people, farmers etc. We'll meet them and get a different perspective of the people that live in a midwestern small college town.
HOSTED BY
Jose Lira
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There are very interesting people in South Dakota of all places. Scientists, doctors, engineers, politicians, international people, farmers etc. We'll meet them and get a different perspective of the people that live in a midwestern small college town.
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