The Cabin
by Discover Wisconsin
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Wisconsin Legend: Joe Thomas (football, farming, the driftless & more)
Wisconsin Legend: Joe Thomas (football, farming, the driftless & more)
About this podcast
"Welcome to The Cabin, the official podcast of Discover Wisconsin! Join host Andrea Boehlke and her co-hosts Eric Paulsen, Megan Christian, and Apurba Banerjee 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."
Episodes
The newest 50 of 423 episodes
- Wisconsin Legend: Joe Thomas (football, farming, the driftless & more) · 57 min · Season 2 Episode 89We have Wisconsin legend Joe Thomas in the Cabin! Joe is a hall of fame football player who now runs Hall of Fame Farms in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin! From humble…
- The Brewers Win the World Series! (plus History & Brewers Lore) · 39 min · Season 2 Episode 88Breaking Wisconsin news - The Milwaukee Brewers take the World Series! We had to do a spontaneous Cabin episode to celebrate this incredible moment! Join us as we break down…
- Wisconsin Halloween: Harry Houdini and Mind Reading (with Joe Diamond) · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 87Did you know that Harry Houdini grew up in Appleton, Wisconsin? And that THIS Halloween marks the 100th anniversary of his death? Mind reader Joe Diamond stops by the Cabin to…
- Haunted Wisconsin: Places to Stay and Eat (and Events!) · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 86Do you feel like staying in a haunted hotel, or eating at a haunted restaurant for this spooky season? Or…. maybe you want to learn about these places from afar! Jeff Finup from…
- Take a Spooky Wisconsin Road Trip! (with Weird Wisconsin) · 1 h 0 min · Season 2 Episode 85Are you ready for a totally bizarre and at times, creepy road trip?! Josh Hughes aka Weird Wisconsin stops by The Cabin and gives us some amazing ideas to kick off Spooky Month…
- Coolest Wisconsin Staycations and Weekend Getaways · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 84Did you know you can stay overnight on a train caboose?! Or in a glass cabin? Or even a hobbit house?! This week, we are discovering some of the coolest and most unique Wisconsin…
- Wisconsin Fall: Tailgating, Green Bay and Traditions (with Matt Ramage) · 46 min · Season 2 Episode 83Time to gear up for fall tailgating traditions! Even if you aren’t into sports, you will love this one. Matt Ramage (Packer and Wisconsin superfan) joins us with some incredible…
- Bonus: Things you didn’t know about Hayward and Sawyer County · 44 min · Season 2In this bonus episode of The Cabin, we explore everything Hayward and Sawyer County has to offer! We learn about the lumberjack championships and logging history, hear stories of…
- Best Fall Activities in Wisconsin · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 82Fall is upon us! It’s time to do some apple picking, pumpkin picking, and get lost in some corn mazes in Wisconsin! Hana Ostapchuk Kraus joins us again, and we chat about our…
- Fall in Wisconsin: Festivals and Events · 40 min · Season 2 Episode 81Fall is right around the corner, so get a head start on fall plans with The Cabin! From giant pumpkin festivals, to Cranberry Fests, Apple Festivals and more - this is your guide…
- Bonus: Make Outagamie County Your Next Adventure · 45 min · Season 2Did you know the hamburger was invented in Outagamie County?! On this bonus episode of The Cabin, we are diving into all things Outagamie County - cool drive-ins and bars, food…
- Foraging in Wisconsin (for a full year!) with Robin Greenfield · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 80Wisconsin native Robin Greenfield is foraging 100% of his food and medicine for an entire year! He stops by to chat about basic foraging that we can all do, and some of the…
- Distilleries in Wisconsin (Nick Maas from Dancing Goat) · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 79Have you done a Wisconsin Bourbon Trail?! This week, we are joined by distillery owner Nick Maas to talk about why Wisconsin is so great for making spirits! We offer some great…
- Bonus: Fall Fun in Lake Geneva · 41 min · Season 2Start planning your fall adventures in Lake Geneva! In this bonus episode of The Cabin Podcast, we are diving into what makes Lake Geneva so special in the fall. From a selection…
- What is Wisconsin REALLY known for (Debates!) · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 78What do outsiders think of Wisconsin? In your opinion, who is the most famous person from Wisconsin? And what is the Wisconsin city people associate with our state the most? Plus…
- Bonus: Time to Explore Tomahawk · 36 min · Season 2It’s time to explore Tomahawk, Wisconsin! In this bonus episode of The Cabin Podcast we sit down with Tomahawk local and Executive Director Charis Lau to talk about what makes…
- Favorite Small Towns in Wisconsin (Part 2) · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 77We are back with Part 2 of Small Towns in Wisconsin! This week we are exploring New Glarus, Princeton, Eagle River, Arcadia, Cambridge, and more. Plus- which area of Wisconsin…
- Gangsters in Wisconsin Part 2 (John Dillinger) · 37 min · Season 2 Episode 76Grab your cigars and your zoot suit, because this week is Part 2 of Gangsters in Wisconsin! We are back with Jeff Finup of Badgerland Legends, diving into the life of notorious…
- Gangsters in Wisconsin: Al Capone and the Bootleggers · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 75Did you know gangsters like Al Capone loved hanging out in Wisconsin? This week, we welcome Badgerland Legends aka Jeff Finup, to chat about gangster hideouts throughout the…
- Wisconsin Trails and Taprooms for the Summer · 52 min · Season 2 Episode 74We are hitting the trails and taprooms today on The Cabin! Eric, Andrea and Apurba are trekking around Wisconsin to tell you about some of the coolest trails, state parks and…
- Quirky Summer Activities in Wisconsin: Pizza Farms, Adult Summer Camps, Goat Islands & More! · 46 min · Season 2 Episode 73Pizza on the Farm? Adult Summer Camps? Bat studies? Dark Sky Areas? Today on The Cabin, we are joined by Laura Ericson, founder of Camp Lola Whiskey, to talk about some…
- The Great River Road: From La Crosse to Prescott · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 72Buckle up for Part 2 of our Wisconsin Great River Road trip! This time we are starting in La Crosse and exploring some of the attractions and amazing food spots, then hitting…
- The Wisconsin Great River Road: Favorite Stops · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 71Buckle up, because we are hitting The Great River Road! Andrea, Eric and Apurba take the road from Dickeyville to Prairie du Chien in this two-part episode. From a famous…
- Bonus: 50 Years of Old World Wisconsin: Food, Beer and New Experiences · 40 min · Season 2What's New at Old World Wisconsin? It’s not just for the kids! In today's bonus episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're joined by the Wisconsin Historical Society to celebrate 50…
- America’s 250th: Wisconsin Trivia and Unique Events · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 70Did you know you can wrestle in Baked Beans in Wisconsin for the 4th of July? Also - what’s the largest parade in the state? We dive into some fun Wisconsin trivia to celebrate…
- From Wisconsin to Hollywood: Genevieve Heyward · 49 min · Season 2 Episode 69Wisconsin native Genevieve Heyward is fresh off of her run on American Idol, and is stopping by The Cabin to chat about her small-town roots, some hidden gems in Door County, as…
- Bonus Podcast: Why I Live Here, Why I Moved Here & Why I Never Left - Racine County · 48 min · Season 2On this Bonus episode of the Cabin Podcast, Eric Paulsen is diving into all the incredible attractions in Racine County, and why it’s the place to live, move and stay. They…
- WI Lake Life: Sailing, Lake Towns and Fish Fry Favorites · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 68Lake life in Wisconsin is upon us! This week we chat with Madelyn Reinagel aka Sunburned Sailor about her sailing adventures. We discuss our favorite lakes and lake towns (plus…
- The Dairy State’s Best: Ice Cream, Farm Products & more (with Alice in Dairyland) · 51 min · Season 2 Episode 67Did you know Wisconsin leads the nation in cranberries, cheese, ginseng and more?! Plus what are our favorite ice cream shops in the state? We are celebrating all things farming…
- Unique Food Festivals in Wisconsin · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 66Butterfest? Brat Days? Cheese Curd Pizza?! This week, we dive into some creative food festivals in Wisconsin - from several cheese festivals, to the best tacos in the state! We…
- Wisconsin Music Artists and Festivals (with Wave Chapelle) · 1 h 4 min · Season 2 Episode 65Here’s your guide to Music Festivals and events in Wisconsin this summer! Milwaukee hip-hop artist Wave Chapelle stops by the Cabin to chat about the music scene in Wisconsin…
- Favorite Tiny Towns in Wisconsin · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 64We are diving into our favorite tiny towns in Wisconsin this week with Eric Paulsen! Paoli, Trempealeau, Egg Harbor, Algoma, Land O’ Lakes and many more! We cover some…
- Things You Didn’t Know About Wisconsin (With Wisconsin History Unlocked) · 1 h 1 min · Season 2 Episode 63How did Wisconsin get its name? Did we lose the Upper Peninsula? Did you know Milwaukee was once the Bowling Capital of America? This week, we welcome Adam from Wisconsin History…
- Wisconsin Town Names & History · 37 min · Season 2 Episode 62When people think of Wisconsin, they think of our uniquely named towns and cities. Today, we’re exploring the origins and meanings behind some of these names and the history that…
- Best Wellness Activities in Wisconsin: Hiking, Events, and More! · 1 h 0 min · Season 2 Episode 61It’s time to get outside, Wisconsinites! On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re joined by Lex B, aka The Wellness Collective. We’re diving into all of the wellness…
- The Best Wisconsin Cheese: Curds, Cheese Stores, and Festivals! · 42 min · Season 2 Episode 60The Best Cheese in Wisconsin! Today we’re joined by Sam Buschman, aka @wisconsincheeseplease! We’re diving into the best cheese curds, cheese stores, festivals, history of…
- Wisconsin Love Stories, Best Venues, & Dream Proposal Spots · 39 min · Season 2Cue the love stories! This week on The Cabin Podcast, we’re diving into all things Wisconsin romance, from the best places to pop the question to unforgettable wedding venues…
- Wisconsin’s Quirks: “Only in Wisconsin” · 57 min · Season 2 Episode 59On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re diving into the quirks that make Wisconsin truly one of a kind. From a surprising love of goats to museums with the world’s largest…
- Famous Wisconsin Landmarks · 46 min · Season 2 Episode 58On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re joined by Eric Paulsen to dive into Wisconsin landmarks, museums, and their history! We talk about some of the oldest and most…
- The Best Road Trips for Spring in the Midwest · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 57It’s springtime in Wisconsin! On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re joined by Lindsey Hayes to give you road trip ideas in the Midwest for this spring. Tune in now!
- Your Guide to Northern Wisconsin with The Northern Nerd · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 56On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re showing some love to the Northwoods! We’re joined by The Northern Nerd, aka Dalton Hessel, to dive into some of our favorite spots…
- The Best Irish Food & History in Wisconsin · 43 min · Season 2 Episode 55Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Cabin Crew! On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re diving into the best Irish pubs, places to grab Irish food, and the history of Irish culture…
- Spring Activities in Wisconsin: Maple Syrup & Mushroom Hunting · 50 min · Season 2 Episode 54Maple syrup and mushrooms: two of Wisconsin’s favorite things about spring! On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re joined by The Maple Dude & Brett Rolstad to learn more…
- Meet Emily Oberst: Silver Medal Paralympian & Wisconsin Native · 40 min · Season 2 Episode 53In this episode of The Cabin, we sit down with Emily Oberst to discuss a journey defined by resilience, strength, and elite competition. Her story goes far beyond sports — after…
- Wisconsin Supper Clubs (with Ron Faiola) · 46 min · Season 2 Episode 52On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're diving into supper clubs across Wisconsin and the history behind them. Tune in to find out where to get the best old fashioneds…
- Wisconsin Culture with Midwest Meg · 47 min · Season 2 Episode 51On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re joined by Midwest Meg! Tune in to hear us discuss Wisconsin hot topics and play some fun games centered around Wisconsin culture.
- Things to Do in Wisconsin for Valentine’s Day · 52 min · Season 2 Episode 50On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re sharing all the happenings across Wisconsin for Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day! We’re giving you ideas for every region of the…
- Meet Matt Hamilton: Olympic Gold Medalist & Wisconsin Native · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 49In this episode of The Cabin, we sit down with Matt Hamilton to talk about his journey from growing up in Wisconsin to standing on top of the Olympic podium. He shares what it…
- Wisconsin’s Film & TV Moments · 1 h 2 min · Season 2 Episode 48Did you know some of your favorite movies and shows have Wisconsin connections? We’re diving into films shot here, storylines set here, and the actors and writers who got their…
- Wisconsin Inventions (Part 2) · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 47On today’s episode of The Cabin Podcast, we’re continuing our chat about inventions in Wisconsin with Apurba! From Harley Davidson to Road America, we’re covering it all… Tune in…
