Let's Get Local

Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network & Horticultural Therapy Symposium

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0000

During the first half of this week’s show, Harry Pulliam of Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network talks with Jason about the trends in rural agriculture and the importance of farming in our state. Mark Dwyer, horticulture expert and Healing Garden Manager at Edgerton Hospital, discusses the impact of gardening to help people’s health and wellbeing. Mark also highlights an opportunity for anyone to learn from experts at the upcoming Horticultural Therapy Symposium on August 9th in Edgerton.

Guests: Harry Pulliam, Mark Dwyer

Audio for the Arts, Backyard Transformation, & Madison Reading Project's Read(y) to Wear event

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Jason sits down with Buzz Kemper of Audio for the Arts to talk about his journey and the AFTA Team. Then Kayla Sipple with South Central Landscapes discusses outdoor spaces, retaining walls and outdoor kitchens. We finish with a visit from Rowan Childs, founder and executive director of Madison Reading Project, to highlight their Read(y) to Wear paper fashion show fundraiser on June 14th.

Guests: Buzz Kemper, Kayla Sipple, Rowan Childs

Scentsation Garden Party, Shop Local Tour (Pride Month) & South Central Landscapes

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Have you heard of Scentsation? Ann Heiden, Executive Director of Edgerton Hospital Foundation talks about this 2nd Annual Garden Party fundraiser. We stay on events as Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local discusses the June Shop Local Tour, themed for Pride Month. During the 2nd half of the show, think about your own backyard with Kayla Sipple of South Central Landscapes and finally, Jason recognizes Delta Beer Lab and gives some thoughts on important things highlighted in June.

Guests: Ann Heiden, Colin Murray, Kayla Sipple

The Stories and Impact of WWBIC

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 27 May 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Do you know WWBIC? This innovative statewide economic development organization has been helping Wisconsin citizens realize their dreams of owning their own business, since 1987. Alice Pauser, of WWBIC, joins with 3 business creators – Mark Espanol (The Boss and Spade Entertainment), Courtney Willegal (The Keep Calm Sensory Zone), and Erica Hainz (Fiddlesticks Knits) to talk about their vision, passion and purpose. Each of these business owners share their unique story on this special WWBIC edition of Let’s Get Local.

Guests: Alice Pauser, Courtney Willegal, Erica Hainz, Mark Espanol

White Jasmine, Interpreters Coop, Shop Local Tour-Black Owned Businesses, & Hart Beat Boutique

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 20 May 2023 17:00:00 +0000

This week on LGL, Jason talks cheeses and spices with Huma of White Jasmine, learns about the Interpreters Coop, from Steve Herrick during the first half of the show. Then the Shop Local Tour takes center stage — Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local and Donna Hart-Tervalon (owner of Hart Beat Boutique), fill us in on the next shop local tour (featuring black owned businesses) and the BOGO special for this tour on May 24th.

Guests: Colin Murray, Donna Hart-Tervalon, Huma Siddiqui-Seitz, Steve Herrick

Edgerton Hospital and Health Services & St. Vincent De Paul Madison

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 13 May 2023 17:00:00 +0000

On this week’s LGL, Jason talks with CEO, Marc Augsburger, about all of the good things happening just south of Madison, at Edgerton Hospital and Health Services. Expanded specialty services, a new clinic in downtown Edgerton with 3 Mental Health providers, and the hospital’s 100 anniversary are just some of the topics! In the 2nd half of the show we learn more about the complete breath of services provided at St. Vincent De Paul of Madison — there’s a whole lot more than the thrift stores many of us associate with SVDP Madison! They also have an event on May 24th (7:30-8:30am) you should attend to connect and learn more!

Guests: Eric Fleming, Marc Augsburger

Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin, Kylee's Gift Cottage, and Local Events

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Jason’s back to turn the spotlight on local events and organizations! Colin Murray, Executive Director of Dane Buy Local, & Co-owner of Kylee’s Gift Cottage, updates us on upcoming events and opportunites to engage with local businesses. Colin also shares a bit about his dog (Kylee) and the buisness he and his partner named after her. In the second half of the show, Maria Novotny and Dr. Bala Bhagavath share about the work of Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin, and its mission to make legislative change for Wisconsinites struggling with infertility. Many other states have insurance coverage for infertility services, but Wisconsin is behind. This past week was National Infertility Awareness Week and Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin was active — visit buildingfamilieswi.org to learn more.

Guests: Colin Murray, Dr. Bala Bhagavath, Maria Novotny

Local Events and Initiatives, Nonprofit Fundraising, & Dispelling Myths about Participating in Martial Arts

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Jason gives some love to Chef Oscar Villareal (owner/founder of Migrants restaurant), gives some insight from a nonprofit fundraiser’s perspective, and highlights some upcoming events with Dane Buy Local and at Garver Feed Mill. 2nd half of the show members of the Forward Thai Boxing team join him to dispell some of the myths about martial arts and women participating in martial arts.

Guests: Abbe Braun, Daniel Watson, Marisa Haack

Ulla Eyewear, Evolution Financial & Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Spring has sprung and Ulla Eyewear can help you be ready for it with their Sunglasses Sale (starting April 15th)! Sue Peck, talks about the importance of living the life you want to live. Plus, it’s Fair Housing month, so time to hear about the good work of the Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County.

Guests: Brittany Graber, Laura Stanfield, Sue Peck

Race Day Events, Dane County Food Collective, Tisha's Delicious Bakery & Stoughton's Matt and Gwen Griffey

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 17:00:00 +0000

This week Jason catches up to Mason with Race Day Events, talks food with Meghan with the DC Food Collective and Tisha of Tisha’s Delicious Bakery and finds out what’s happening in Stoughton with Matt and Gwen Griffey of Stoughton’s Best After School programs, Kicks Unlimited and an upcoming Easter Egg Hunt.

Guests: Gwen Griffey, Mason Wiedmeyer, Matt Griffey, Meghan Stern, Tisha Brown

Live Well Video, Chai House LLC & Local Events

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 17:00:00 +0000

This week Jason discusses the value of online video with Faith Dey of Live Well Video. Meghan Stern with Dane Buy Local, recaps the recent Shop Local Tour and other DBL events. Plus Mary Lowisz and Jack Herbert share about their business and mission with Chai House LLC.

Guests: Faith Dey, Jack Herbert, Mary Lowisz, Meghan Stern

The Shop Local Tour - FOOD Edition on March 22nd

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason digs into Dane Buy Local’s upcoming Shop Local Bus Tour, in Madison. Hear from Chris Brockel of FEED Kitchens and about other participating businesses in the March 22nd event! Get your tickets at danebuylocal.com

Guests: Chris Brockel

Engraving Services, Shop Local Tour #2 (FOOD!) and The Big Share

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Megan and Julia from Madison Top Company talk about their local engraving services. March is a busy month for Dane Buy Local and one fun event is the 2nd Shop Local Tour on March 22nd (this tour focused on food). Plus, March 7th is The Big Share (from Community Shares of Wisconsin). Bria Brown, joins leaders from member organizations — Fair Wisconsin, Project Home & Wisconsin Early Childhood Association to talk about Tuesday’s BIG online day of giving!

Guests: Bria Brown, Denise Garlow, Megan Frank, Meghan Stern, Megin McDonell, Ruth Schmidt

Krav Maga Workshop, Dane Buy Local Events, Creating a Peaceful World & Badger Brothers Coffee

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason highlights local events during the first half of this week’s LGL, with the Krav Maga workshop at Forward Thai Boxing, Pie Day and the March Breakfast meeting from Dane Buy Local. We rediscover the nonprofit Creating a Peaceful World, and welcome Badger Brothers Coffee to Dane County, with their new location in Mount Horeb.

Guests: Abbe Braun, Caroline Anderson, Hannah McCourt, Keely Liska, Meghan Stern, Michaela Torcaso

Minding My Black Owned Business Pop-Up, Coffee Fest (and more), Evolution Financial & the 4 year Deltaversary

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason keeps you informed about some great local events like Minding My Black Owned Buiness Pop-Up (with Latia Warren of La’Karron Beauty Elements) and Coffee Fest and More (with Meghan Stern of Dane Buy Local). Sue Peck owner/founder of Evolution Financial talks life transitions where a financial planner can be a trusted ally, and about some of her favorite local spots on the Northside of Madison. Plus, it’s Delta Beer Lab’s 4 year anniversary and Pio tells us about some of the festivities at the lab.

Guests: Latia Warren, Meghan Stern, Sue Peck, Tim Piotrowski

The Shop Local Tour, Coffee Fest & Krav Maga with Forward Thai Boxing

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 11 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason connnects with Meghan Stern at Dane Buy Local to give you the deets on upcoming local events, and then talks communication and video storytelling with At Your Core Communications. 2nd half of the show Abbe, Marty and Marc, from Forward Thai Boxing, discuss the importance of self defense and the Krav Maga workshop they are hosting on Feb. 25th.

Guests: Abbe Braun, Marc Mrozinski, Marty Conrad, Meghan Stern

Budget Signs and Specialties, Ulla Eyewear, & Madison Cooperative Development Coalition

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason catches up with Phil Frank of Budget Signs and Specialties and Margot from Ulla Eyewear during the first half of the show. They Charity joins to tell the impact and mission of Madison Cooperative Development Coalition, and features Robert of Worker Justice Wisconsin.

Guests: Charity Schmidt, Margot Kavanaugh, Phil Frank, Robert Christl

The Progress Center for Black Women, Madison Top Company & An Economic Study about Going Local

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 18:00:00 +0000

This week Jason talks with Sabrina Madison, the Founder & Director of The Progress Center of Black Women, and Megan Frank with Madison Top Company. He also shares the results of a recent economic study about the impact of local businesses.

Guests: Megan Frank, Sabrina Madison

Porchlight Products, Kik'n It In the Kitchen Podcast, & Forward Thai Boxing

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Jason is kicking (and punching) the new year off right with Abbe & Brendon, owners of Forward Thai Boxing, Drew Neidercorn, Director of Kitchen Programs at Porchlight Inc, and Social Worker and Educator, Deborah Green about her new podcast “Kik’n It In the Kitchen”

Guests: Abbe Braun, Brendon Shoemaker, Deborah Green, Drew Niedercorn

Max Ink Radio, The Spaceship.TV & Civic Media NY Eve Special

Jason Hafeman — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 16:17:38 +0000

We talk about the special New Year’s Eve broadcast event on the Civic Media Network and TheSpaceship.TV, during the final Let’s Get Local of 2022!

Guests: Dustin (The Spaceship.TV), Ilan Blanck, Porky's Groove Machine

Boulders Climbing Gym, JnJ Gifts and More, Evolution Financial, & The Diamond Center

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 18:00:00 +0000

In Jason’s last show before Christmas, he covers a lot of ground – all while keeping it local, of course! Hear from Brad Wernt at Boulders Climbing Gym, Jerina Vincent of JnJ Gifts and More, Sue Peck with Evolution Financial, & MaKinzie Rogahn from The Diamond Center. #golocalbuylocalbelocal

Guests: Brad Werntz, Jerina Vincent, MaKinzie Rogahn, Sue Peck

Ulla Eyewear & Ethical Trading Company

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Jason talks with Brittany Graber, owner of Ulla Eyewear, and Manuel Ramminger, co-founder of Ethical Trading Company, about their impact locally and globally.

Guests: Brittany Graber, Manuel Ramminger

Small Business Saturday Edition

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Jason is joined by Kate Miller of the Middleton Chamber of Commerce & Barbara Behling with the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce to discuss the importance of this date for local & small businesses. Plus reminders about the Dane Buy Local Passport Program and the value of GOING LOCAL.

Guests: Barbara Behling, Kate Miller

Madison Computer Works, Old Sugar Distillery & Your Passport to Local

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

This week on LGL, Brian from Madison Computer Works talks about their more than 40 years assisting customers with computer issues and purshases, Nathan of Old Sugar Distillery highlights their Madison-based products and Holiday Gift Boxes, and Jason reminds listeners of the Holiday Passport Program and its benefits!

Guests: Brian Lisse, Nathan Greenawalt

Isthmus Eye Care, Solidarity Realty & Yahara Bay Distillers

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Jason chats with Dr. Richard Jun from Isthmus Eye Care, Darcy Haber of Solidarity Realty & Jordan Smith of Yahara Bay Distillers, in Madison.

Guests: Darcy Haber, Dr. Richard Jun, Jordan Smith

Y'all Branding and Marketing & Ian's Pizza and Mac The Vote

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Jason talks with Ian’s Pizza CEO, Sarah Karls, about the iconic and creative pizza business and it’s Mac The Vote initiative! Travis Halff, owner & founder of Y’all joins the show to discuss the importance of branding, web and performance marketing for businesses and nonprofits.

Guests: Sarah Karls, Travis Halff

Artisan Dental, 350 Wisconsin & Shop Local Passport Program

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Scott Andersen of Artisan Dental joins the show to talk about the importance of oral health, being a Certified B Corp, and leading as a carbon neutral business in Wisconsin. Jason gets the word out about the Dane Buy Local Holiday Passport Program (Nov. 1 – Dec. 18) and the benefits for local shops, consumers and our economy. Gail Nordheim of 350 Wisconsin discusses the important climate justice and action activities of the organization and how you can get involved.

Guests: Gail Nordheim, Scott Andersen

Levi's Legacy Legos, Shelley's Social Media, Sweeternative Baking & Soups ON

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Shelley Iverson joins the show to talk about Levi’s Legacy Legos and how she’s helping small and mid-sized businesses with social media, websites and digital marketing. In the 2nd half of the show we meet Melissa Bennett to learn about Gluten Free treats from Sweet-ernative Baking and Amy Johnson gives us the scoop (or ladle) on how you can support local businesses during the cooler months through SOUPS ON!

Guests: Amy Johnson, Melissa Bennett, Shelley Iverson

BIZ Awards, Financial Updates, Voting Rights & Goodman's Jewelers

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Jason recaps the 2022 Dane Buy Local BIZ Awards with Meghan Stern of DBL, then gets into current financial & economic trends with Sue Peck (owner/founder of Evolution Financial. Second half of the show features John Hayes of Goodman’s Jewelers and voting rights for disabled voters, with Denise Jess (ED of the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired).

Guests: Denise Jess, John Hayes, Meghan Stern, Sue Peck

Free Bikes 4 Kids, Envest Microfinance & The BIZ Awards

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Kristie Goforth of Free Bikes 4 Kids tells us about how Fall is an important time for bike donations. Jon Bishop discusses the local impact of Envest Microfinance, on a global scale. And Meghan joins Jason to talk about celebrating local businesses at the Dane Buy Local annual BIZ Awards.

Guests: Jon Bishop, Kristie Goforth, Meghan Stern

Let's Get Local (Oct. 1)

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Thanks for listening to Let’s Get Local with Jason Hafeman!

Lee Dorn of Lee Dorn Jewelers talks about his 40 years of creating custom jewelry, Jonathan talks October Fun at Madison Childrens museum, and Melvin Jackson discusses big deals as his longtime Office Supply wholesale company (Jackson Office Supply) is going out of business.

Guests: Lee Dorn, Melvin Jackson

Vegans, Bankers and Little Luxuries (Sept. 24)

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000

This week on Let’s Get Local, Jason highlights the benefits of local banking (with Heather Johnson of the Bank of Sun Prairie) and local shopping (with Amy Moore of Little Luxuries). He also talks about the 2022 Madison Vegan Fest, with Sara Andrews, John Sexton and Kris Budziszewski – who helped plan the Oct. 1st event!

Guests: Amy Moore, Heather Johnson, John Sexton, Kris Budziszewski, Sara Andrews

Let's Get Local (Sept. 17 - hour 2)

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Thanks for tuning in for a special 2 hour, on location Let’s Get Local!

Let's Get Local (Sept. 17 - hour 1)

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Thanks for tuning in for a special 2 hour presentation of Let’s Get Local!

Ayuveda, Impact of the Caregiver Community & Upcoming Dane Buy Local Events

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:00:43 +0000

Learn about Kosa Spa, which blends the timeless and universal Indian tradition of Ayurveda with products made by local artisans and NGOs in India, The Empowered Caregiver show and issues facing caregivers as employees and humans, and upcoming Dane Buy Local events (DBL Car Show on 9/17, BIZ Awards on 10/12 & the DBL Breakfast Meeting on 9/13).

Guests: Liza Hellenbrand, Shilpa Sankaran

Solar Energy, Main Street Businesses, 1-Day Website Creation and Automation & Security for home or business

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:40 +0000

On this week’s LGL, we talk about the advancement and accessibility of solar power, the biggest challenges for Main Street businesses right now, Bizzy Bizzy’s 1-Day Website system, & automation and security for homes and commercial spaces

Guests: Burke O’Neal, Mary Jane Connor, Rene Mirabal, Shawn Phetteplace

Going Local, Investing After Change, Paoli Art in the Park & Professional Health Care Advocacy

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 20 Aug 2022 16:00:27 +0000

Guests: Sue Peck (Evolution Financial LLC), Jill Lippert (Southern Wisconsin Art Guild), Chris Van Haren (A Better Way Professional Health Advocacy)

We discuss the impact of going local for your neighbors, friends and local economy, investing after difficult life changes, the fun and fair of Paoli Art in the Park (Sept. 3 & 4), and the increasing need for an advocate in receiving the best health care.

Guests: Chris Van Haren, Jill Lippert, Sue Peck

Cap Times - Idea Fest, Eat Local | Give Local, DiVino & Delta Beer Lab

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 16:00:51 +0000

This hour, Jason is joined by Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek (Cap Times), Meghan Stern (Dane Buy Local), Dino Maniaci (DiVino) and Pio {Tim Piotrowski} (Delta Beer Lab).

Guests: Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek, Dino Maniaci, Meghan Stern, Tim Piotrowski

Just Coffee, Middleton Outreach Ministry & the Home Buyers Round Table

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 16:00:26 +0000

Guests – Rob McClure (Just Coffee Cooperative), Leslie Huber (MOM), Laura Stanfield (Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County)

We talk coffee and doing good, with Rob McClure of Just Coffee Coop (a certified B corp btw). Leslie Huber tells us about the mission of Middleton Outreach Ministry and how the community can support MOM. We spend the 2nd half of the show with Laura Stanfield, discussing the efforts of the Home Buyers Round Table of Dane

Guests: Laura Stanfield, Leslie Huber, Rob McClure

MovNat Madison, GOP denying Vets, Madison Credit Union & White Jasmine

Jason Hafeman — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 16:00:30 +0000

Rock Hancock of MovNat Madison talks about the benefits of natural movement. Jason discusses a program he helped create to help veterans (while the GOP denies vets assistance). We learn about the long history and commitment of Madison Credit Union from Rebecca Lauryssens. Huma tells us about her passion to bring flavorful food to all through her business, White Jasmine.

Guests: Huma Siddiqui-Seitz, Rebecca Lauryssens, Rock Hancock