# host erica (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover host erica. Page: Feed: --- ## The incredible story of a 40-ton grain elevator that crossed a Minnesota river _2026-08-18 · Curious Minnesota_ In 1949, about 2,000 people gathered near the Rapidan Dam to watch something extraordinary: a 40-ton, six-story grain elevator creep across a narrow bridge over the Blue Earth River. Decades later, one witness still remembered the spectacle — and asked Curious Minnesota: How did they possibly pull it off? Host Erica Pearson talks with reporter Jp Lawrence about the remarkable logistics behind the… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB6855145675.mp3) ## [Grit, Gratitude and Ice Cream at Kiss the Cow Farm](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/grit-gratitude-and-ice-cream-at-kiss-the-cow-farm/) _2026-08-13 · Happy Vermont_ At Kiss the Cow Farm in Barnard, Lisa and Randy Robar have built a life centered around hard work, sustainability, and a love for real food. The couple shares how it all began with a cow named Sophie living in their garage, and how their farmstead eventually grew into an organic dairy, ice cream business, and farm store. Learn more about Kiss the Cow Farm at kissthecowfarm.com happyvermont.com… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/35e65f8gtm2ebjbc/HV_Kiss_the_Cow_Farm_Final_Versionbcmz5.mp3) ## Why do loons sometimes charge swimmers? _2026-08-04 · Curious Minnesota_ Minnesotans love loons for their haunting calls, striking beauty and adorable chicks that ride on their parents’ backs. But what happens when one of these iconic birds suddenly charges a swimmer? After a young Curious Minnesota listener accidentally swam between a fierce loon and its chicks, he wanted to know: Do loons attack people, and how often does it happen? Reporter Eva Herscowitz spoke with… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2708763443.mp3) ## [A Personal Touch at Good Hands Creamery in Windsor](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/from-medicine-to-cheesemaking-reinventing-a-life-in-vermont/) _2026-07-31 · Happy Vermont_ Liz Bleakley traded her career in medicine for a new adventure: becoming an artisan cheesemaker in Windsor, Vermont. In this episode of Happy Vermont, Liz shares how she left her busy job as a physician assistant in Atlanta and, together with her family, moved to a small Vermont town, where she discovered a passion for making cheese. Liz also talks about what resilience means and the power of… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2mdhveesxwx24pc8/Happy_Vermont_From_Medicine_to_Cheesemaking_finalab9aq.mp3) ## [Do Fish Feel Pain? The Science of Fish Welfare with Wasseem Emam](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/do-fish-feel-pain-the-science-of-fish-welfare-with-wasseem-emam) _2026-07-23 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode, join our hosts Erica and Lucas as they delve into the crucial topic of animal welfare in aquaculture, exploring how fish experience pain, stress, and the steps being taken to improve their lives globally. Our guest, Wasseem Emam , a fish welfare researcher and founder of Ethical Seafood Research , shares insights from his research and impactful projects across the world. [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/riverside_final_edit_episode_7_-_wasseem.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## The forgotten quarry history behind Sandstone, MN's bluffs and climbing cliffs _2026-07-21 · Curious Minnesota_ Sandstone, Minn., is known today for rock climbing, ice climbing and whitewater rafting. But before it became an outdoor recreation destination, it was one of the Midwest's most important sandstone-producing communities. When a Curious Minnesota listener asked about the area's towering quarry walls, Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Christa Lawler set out to uncover their history. What she found was… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2336917943.mp3) ## [Bringing a Vermont Dairy Farm Back to Life](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/bringing-a-vermont-dairy-farm-back-to-life/) _2026-07-16 · Happy Vermont_ Sheena Brown is a fourth-generation dairy farmer at Skyline Holsteins in Derby. Her great-grandfather bought this farm 81 years ago. As a child, she spent her days bottle-feeding lambs, walking a pet pig down the road, and following her father through the barn, convinced this was exactly where she belonged. Then, when she was in middle school, the family sold the dairy herd. The barn went quiet,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/c99xnj4yb9ancpgq/Happy_Vermont_Bringing_a_Vermont_Dairy_Farm_Back_to_Life_REV_1atb72.mp3) ## How did meat raffles become a Minnesota tradition? _2026-07-07 · Curious Minnesota_ Meat raffles are a beloved Minnesota bar tradition: Buy a ticket, watch the wheel spin, and maybe go home with steaks, brats or ground beef for dinner. But where did this unusual game of chance come from? In this episode of Curious Minnesota, host Erica Pearson talks with reporter Eleanor Hildebrandt about the surprisingly rich history of meat raffles, from their earliest roots in Wisconsin to… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB6940643265.mp3) ## [The Call of the Loon](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/the-call-of-the-loon/) _2026-06-25 · Happy Vermont_ In this episode of Happy Vermont, host Erica Houskeeper explores the story of the common loon's recovery in Vermont. Inspired by a personal encounter with a loon call after her brother’s passing on Sherman Reservoir, Erica meets experts Eric Hanson and Eloise Girard of the Vermont Center for Ecostudies to talk about the conservation successes and ongoing challenges facing these iconic birds. Tune… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/47nan2ipupubwts8/Happy_Vermont_-_The_Call_of_the_Loon_Final6m2ki.mp3) ## Why Wisconsin (wrongly) claims to have more lakes than Minnesota _2026-06-23 · Curious Minnesota_ Minnesota’s license plates proudly proclaim the state as the land of “10,000 lakes.” But some Wisconsinites insist their state has even more. So who’s right? In this Curious Minnesota episode, Erica Pearson dives into lake science, state pride and a surprisingly fierce border rivalry to explain why Minnesota and Wisconsin count their lakes differently — and what actually makes a lake a lake. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9286751281.mp3) ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZamGdAGf0JgF) _2026-06-23 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## This mysterious tiny building in Minneapolis has a heartwarming backstory _2026-06-09 · Curious Minnesota_ A small white shack near the entrance to Interstate 94 has puzzled Minneapolis commuters for years. It's boarded up, rarely noticed, and easy to dismiss as an abandoned shed. But behind it lies a heartwarming city story. After a Curious Minnesota listener asked about the structure, reporter Alicia Eller discovered it was once a thriving newsstand run by Arne Paulson, a legally blind newspaper… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB8711430147.mp3) ## Can you eat the weeds in Minnesota lakes? _2026-05-26 · Curious Minnesota_ What happens when a fishing trip turns into a foraging question? Recording live at the Minnesota Star Tribune’s Strib Unbound Festival, Curious Minnesota investigates whether the weeds growing in Minnesota lakes are actually edible. Inspired by a listener who wondered if the plants tangled on fishing hooks could be eaten like seaweed snacks, host Erica Pearson sits down with food reporter Sharyn… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9181147993.mp3) ## Will MN ever get a new state park? _2026-05-12 · Curious Minnesota_ In this episode, Curious Minnesota goes live, recording from the Strib Unbound festival at Theodore Wirth Park. Reporter Bob Timmons joins host Erica Pearson to explain why the number of Minnesota’s state parks dropped from 66 to 64 in recent years - and what it will take to get a new one. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB6557356203.mp3) ## Solving the mystery of downtown Minneapolis’ mummies _2026-04-28 · Curious Minnesota_ A pair of Ancient Egyptian mummies once were a main reason for visits to Minneapolis' Central Library. They were on display there from the 1880s to the 1980s. But where did they go when the library got out of the museum business? And why were they in Minnesota in the first place? Eleanor Hildebrandt shares their tale with host Erica Pearson. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB6948611661.mp3?updated=1777333725) ## [In Rochester, Books, Community, and Cats](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/in-rochester-books-community-and-cats/) _2026-04-17 · Happy Vermont_ Sandy Lincoln owns The Bookery in Rochester, a cozy small-town shop that focuses on antiquarian and used books. It's also a place where visitors can slow down, browse, and feel at home. With resident cats, quirky displays, and a friendly atmosphere, The Bookery is just as much about community as it is about books. facebook.com/thebookeryvt happyvermont.com Book Fair Details [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dty96njsgd3fa34b/Happy_Vermont_-_Small_Town_Vermont_Bookstore_MIX7e7kp.mp3) ## Who were the Minnesotans on board the Titanic? _2026-04-14 · Curious Minnesota_ When the Titanic went down 114 years ago this month, there were 35 Minnesotans on board. Sixteen of them survived, including newlyweds on their way back from a European honeymoon and a young Duluth woman traveling on her own. Reporter Christa Lawler shares their stories with host Erica Pearson. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB5799021480.mp3) ## [The Power of Jurisdictional Approaches in Sustainable Seafood Farming](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/the-power-of-jurisdictional-approaches-in-sustainable-seafood-farming) _2026-04-08 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode, our hosts Erica and Lucas welcome guests Jill Swasey (ASC) and Paul Bulcock (Sustainable Fisheries Partnership) and explore how regional collaboration and jurisdictional strategies can revolutionize sustainable aquaculture. They delve into how these approaches scale impact, improve social and environmental outcomes and influence global seafood sustainability efforts. The… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/Episode_6_audio_recording.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## [In Sharon, a Beloved Music Center Looks to the Future](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/in-sharon-a-beloved-music-center-looks-to-the-future/) _2026-04-02 · Happy Vermont_ The Seven Stars Arts Center is one of those rare places that blends history, community, reinvention, and a touch of quirkiness. What began as a Baptist church later became a grange hall, then a garage, and eventually a healing arts center. Now the building is an education and performing arts venue run by volunteers. Located a few doors from the Sharon Post Office on Route 14, the building still… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nc6v7sfva9bjakt2/Happy_Vermont_-_Seven_Stars_Arts_Center_-_Mix8hc5c.mp3) ## What’s the science behind ice thickness and when is it safe to drive on a lake? _2026-03-31 · Curious Minnesota_ Back in the 1970s, a Canadian ice researcher developed a formula to determine how thick lake ice needed to be for logging trucks to drive across. It helps inform the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' ice safety guidelines today. Reporter Kim Hyatt talks with host Erica Pearson about the history and science of ice roads. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9212701069.mp3) ## The story behind Basshenge, one musician’s monumental ode to his instrument _2026-03-17 · Curious Minnesota_ You’ve heard of Stonehenge in England ― but what about Minnesota’s own Basshenge? Reporter Alicia Eler shares its story with host Erica Pearson. The 2001 piece of public art celebrates an instrument — the double bass. Located off Hwy. 11 west of International Falls in the northernmost part of Minnesota, it was created by a musician who spent his later years in the area. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB4592246275.mp3) ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MVMpHbtFnpWW) _2026-03-17 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [The Magic of Maple Season in Vermont](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/the-magic-of-maple-season-in-vermont/) _2026-03-12 · Happy Vermont_ Maple sugaring in Vermont is a tradition built on hard work, risk, and reward. When it comes to sugaring, the days are long, but the season is short. At Judd's Wayeeses Farms in Morgan, fourth generation Vermonter Jim Judd and his wife Donna Young have spent years perfecting their craft. “People look at our place, and what they don’t always consider is that I’ve been doing this for 50 years. This… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rmas83hu7v7ry6u2/Happy_Vermont_-_Maple_Season_in_Morgan6yk76.mp3) ## What’s the history of the Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory and the Whipple Building? _2026-03-03 · Curious Minnesota_ The Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, the federal government headquarters for U.S. Immigration Court and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, isn’t part of Historic Fort Snelling, but it sits on a small, unincorporated swath of land known as the Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory. Reporter Chris Vondracek talks with host Erica Pearson about the troubled history of that land, including the… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB7533156472.mp3) ## Introducing Essential Minnesota _2026-02-17 · Curious Minnesota_ A special treat for Curious Listeners: Check out the latest episode of the Minnesota Star Tribune's newest podcast, Essential Minnesota. Even with the announcement that Operation Metro Surge is coming to an end, many Minnesotans are still in hiding. Our reporters visit with one family who has been wondering when it will be safe to come out again. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB1560320356.mp3) ## What's the history of the abandoned Cold War station in Finland, MN? _2026-02-03 · Curious Minnesota_ An abandoned Air Force station on Lookout Mountain above Lake Superior has become a ghost town. But during the Cold War, it was seen as a crucial spot to watch the skies in case of a Russian attack. Reporter Christa Lawler talks with host Erica Pearson about the station and Minnesota's once-secret Cold War history. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2868467441.mp3?updated=1770071056) ## [Vermont General Stores: Past, Present and Future](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/vermont-general-stores-past-present-and-future/) _2026-01-23 · Happy Vermont_ There’s a lot to love about Vermont general stores. This episode includes an interview with Ben Doyle, the president of the Preservation Trust of Vermont in Montpelier. The organization has helped many Vermont towns save or reopen general stores. I also chat with Dan and Alison Singleton of Singleton’s Store in Cavendish, which opened 80 years ago. https://happyvermont.com… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3qmtcbvcvkeg3k4i/Happy_Vermont_General_Stores_Past_Present_Future_Finalac7h9.mp3) ## How 'Bachelormania' once swept the town of Herman, Minnesota _2026-01-20 · Curious Minnesota_ “Wanted: A Few Good Women.” That’s how a 1994 Associated Press story about the west-central Minnesota town of Herman began. The tale of the town with 78 bachelors and fewer than a dozen unmarried women became an international media sensation. Jenny Berg caught up with some of those erstwhile eligible bachelor farmers and shares their stories with host Erica Pearson. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB8574137557.mp3?updated=1768877929) ## [Reviving a Town Hall in Townshend](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/reviving-a-town-hall-in-townshend/) _2026-01-08 · Happy Vermont_ Cory Ciklin and a group of volunteers are helping to bring the Townshend Town Hall and Opera House back to its former glory. https://happyvermont.com [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ya58v5qpcmx7ry7t/Happy_Vermont_Townshend_Town_Hall.mp3) ## The coldest day in Minnesota history _2026-01-06 · Curious Minnesota_ The coldest day ever recorded in Minnesota was Feb. 2, 1996. Casey Darnell joins host Erica Pearson to talk about what happened when temperatures plunged to a record low of minus 60 in Tower, about 90 miles north of Duluth. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB1925492983.mp3?updated=1767630828) ## How did Minnesota become home to the world's first shopping mall? _2025-12-23 · Curious Minnesota_ Southdale in Edina became the first fully enclosed shopping mall in the world when it opened in 1956. Its architect had a vision to thwart the cold and create an indoor town square where it was always 75 degrees. Southdale spawned thousands of suburban shopping malls across the country, shaping an era of American life. Host Erica Pearson makes a visit. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9080475551.mp3?updated=1766169917) ## [The Future of Seafood Farming](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/the-future-of-seafood-farming) _2025-12-17 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode of the Gossip Gills podcast, hosts Lucas Santos and Erica Tardiff engage with guests Tony Chen and Kelly Haugen from Manolin to discuss the future of seafood farming. They explore how data and AI are transforming the industry, the challenges faced by it, and the importance of transparency and traceability for consumers. The conversation highlights the need for innovation in… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/riverside_episode_5_recording_-_audio_only_episode_5_-_asc_x_m.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## [Finnish Seedboxes — Up to 20Gbps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YMYecJX5bXxc) _2025-12-17 · **Sponsored**_ Private Finnish seedboxes with 1–20Gbps speeds, RAID storage and 14‑day refund ## How did Mayor Hubert Humphrey change Minneapolis? _2025-12-09 · Curious Minnesota_ Hubert Humphrey was Minneapolis' mayor before he headed to the U.S. Senate and White House. Reporter Eleanor Hildebrandt talks with host Erica Pearson about how his time as mayor shaped the city. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2135502755.mp3?updated=1765214907) ## [Celebrating Brattleboro's Creative Spirit](https://happyvermont.podbean.com/e/celebrating-brattleboros-creative-spirit/) _2025-12-04 · Happy Vermont_ This holiday season, windows on Brattleboro's Main Street and beyond are being decorated for the inaugural Festival of Miniatures. Festival organizer Melany Kahn talks about the event and the town she loves. She also shares insight into Brattleboro's strengths and challenges, and why local art matters. www.brattleboro.com happyvermont.com [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2dz75eptchwgfaid/Happy_Vermont_Miniatures_Brattleboro_Final.mp3) ## Why do so many spam calls come from Norwood Young America, MN? _2025-11-25 · Curious Minnesota_ Your phone rings. It’s a number you don’t recognize, but it’s a Minnesota area code. The caller ID location reads Norwood Young America. If you’ve gotten these spam calls, you’re not alone. Casey Darnell shares the likely story behind the calls with host Erica Pearson. Plus: Is Norwood Young America really home to Minnesota's oldest summer festival? [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB5407733541.mp3?updated=1764000371) ## Lake Superior’s most famous shipwrecks have dramatic tales to tell _2025-11-10 · Curious Minnesota_ The Edmund Fitzgerald went down 50 years ago on Nov. 10, 1977. The ore carrier simply vanished from the surface of Lake Superior. It was an ominous ending — mysterious and tragic, too. Hundreds of other vessels have sunk in the big lake, and shipwreck hunters still work to find their watery resting places. Guest Christa Lawler shares some of Lake Superior's striking shipwreck stories with host… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB7282084912.mp3?updated=1762547688) ## What happened to Minnesota's original Zombie Pub Crawl? _2025-10-28 · Curious Minnesota_ At its peak, an estimated 35,000 rotting Minnesotans participated in the annual Zombie Pub Crawl, founded 20 years ago. The event grew large enough to set a world record for the largest amount of people dressed as zombies. Then the festival seemed to have its own apocalypse. Our guest is columnist Laura Yuen. Still curious? Read more at the Minnesota Star Tribune. To support Curious Minnesota and… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB1254959021.mp3?updated=1761325807) ## What's the oldest bar in Minnesota? _2025-10-14 · Curious Minnesota_ Curious Minnesota goes on a bit of a bar crawl through history. We look into which of the state’s historic watering holes is really Minnesota’s oldest. The question is trickier than you might think. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB1412439266.mp3?updated=1760554495) ## What’s the story of Pipestone National Monument? _2025-09-30 · Curious Minnesota_ For thousands of years, Native Americans have quarried a sacred, soft red rock from a patch of Minnesota prairie. The site is now Pipestone National Monument. Reporter Jp Lawrence joins host Erica Pearson to share the story of this special place. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB4122299305.mp3?updated=1759198248) ## [Behind the Lens with James Sibley: Changing the Narrative on Seafood Farming](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/behind-the-lens-with-james-sibley-changing-the-narrative-on-seafood-farming) _2025-08-28 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode of Gossip Gills , hosts Genevieve and Lucas welcome James Sibley , aquaculture's most popular social media influencer or ' fishfluencer ' as he is often called. The conversation explores James's journey from studying biology to becoming a leading voice in aquaculture education. He shares insights on the challenges and rewards of content creation, the importance of authenticity, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/riverside_episode_4_-_final_version_-_audio_only_episode_4_-_james_s.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## Why do anglers need a special stamp to fish for trout in Minnesota? _2025-08-18 · Curious Minnesota_ Minnesota’s trout stamp, a special add-on to fishing licenses, brings in more than $1 million each year. The program funds fish hatcheries, restocking efforts and more. Reporter Anna Sago joins host Erica Pearson to share the history of the program and give a glimpse into what a day's work is like at a trout hatchery. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9633307722.mp3?updated=1754683834) ## [The Incredible Role of Algae in Seafood](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/the-incredible-role-of-algae-in-seafood) _2025-08-05 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode of Gossip Gills, hosts Erica Tardiff and Harry Double chat with Victoria Parr from Veramaris and Kathy Liz from Blu Glacier to discuss the incredible and largely unknown role of algae oil in aquaculture – and all seafood. They explore the production process of algae oil, its role in fish feed, and the importance of ASC certification in ensuring sustainable practices. The… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/Episode_3_-_Veramaris_Story.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## How a 13-ton piece of public art no one wanted found a Minnesota home _2025-08-04 · Curious Minnesota_ A scuplture called “The Scroll” once had a prominent spot in downtown Minneapolis. It stood in front of the old central library for more than 4 decades. Alicia Eler, the Minnesota Star Tribune's visual art reporter and critic, joins host Erica Pearson to tell the story of how the sculpture narrowly missed ending up in a scrap heap when the library building was demolished to make way for a new one. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB5389893290.mp3?updated=1754319683) ## How did hundreds of ‘Old Order’ Amish wind up in Minnesota’s Driftless Area? _2025-07-21 · Curious Minnesota_ Harmony, Minnesota is home to the largest Amish settlement in the state. The "Old Order" community is also one of the most conservative of its kind in the country. Reporter Sean Baker joins host Erica Pearson to explain why and when the Amish selected this sliver of southeast Minnesota to call home. [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB4175370871.mp3?updated=1753106139) ## What happened after a Minnesota man found ancient bison bones? _2025-07-07 · Curious Minnesota_ Nearly 8,000 years ago, in the wild expanse of what is now southwestern Minnesota, a primal drama of survival unfolded. Early Plains Archaic hunters ambushed a herd of massive, now-extinct bison. Then, in 1988 a Granite Falls man found bones while digging in his pasture. Reporter Jp Lawrence joins host Erica Pearson to share what happened next and explain why archeologists left some of the site… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2075485309.mp3?updated=1751898558) ## How a small Minnesota town ‘seceded’ from the U.S. _2025-06-23 · Curious Minnesota_ In the summer of 1977, the leaders of a small Iron Range town made a rather bold announcement: Kinney, Minn., had seceded from the United States. The statement was tongue-in-cheek, but the town’s situation wasn’t funny. The story of the Republic of Kinney is one of dismissed town needs, a wacky, bar-born plan and the power of media attention. Reporter Christa Lawler joined host Erica Pearson to… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB7198557689.mp3?updated=1750689638) ## [Human Side of Seafood Farming](https://aquaculture.libsyn.com/human-side-of-seafood-farming) _2025-06-12 · Gossip Gills_ In this episode of Gossip Gills , hosts Lucas Meirelles Dos Santos and Genevieve Hayward delve into the critical topic of human rights in the seafood industry. Joined by Clare Stevens from the ASC Human Rights team, they explore the various risks and concerns associated with aquaculture and seafood processing, including child labour, forced labour, gender dynamics, and the vulnerabilities faced by… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/aquaculture/tak_2_human_s.mp3?dest-id=810310) ## What happened after Herman, Minnesota's bachelormania? _2025-06-09 · Curious Minnesota_ The Minnesota town of Herman gained notoriety in the 1990s for having nearly 80 bachelors and fewer than a dozen unmarried women. During Herman’s time as “Bachelortown, U.S.A.”, its eligible bachelor farmers were seemingly everywhere — including on “The Oprah Winfrey Show." Reporter Jenny Berg joined host Erica Pearson to share what happened in the decades since. LINKS: What happened after… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB2638453727.mp3?updated=1749482177) ## Why are there two seafood plants in the small Minnesota town of Motley? _2025-05-22 · Curious Minnesota_ The small Minnesota town of Motley, despite being so far from the ocean, is home to seafood plants that process millions of pounds of imitation crab. More than 500 people work in the seafood business there. It all began with a business called Morey's Seafood. Reporter Brooks Johnson joined host Erica Pearson to share Morey's fascinating origin story and the current state of the industry in Motley… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB5728441293.mp3?updated=1747947861) ## Introducing: Worth It _2025-05-17 · Curious Minnesota_ We’re excited to introduce Worth It, a new show from The Minnesota Star Tribune and Lemonada Media. Each week, editor Nicole Norfleet and columnist Aaron Brown are joined by people who know Minnesota inside and out – reaching into the spaces you might not know to share the stories worth your attention, the places worth a look, and the events worth your time – and money. In this episode, whether… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB3679134605.mp3?updated=1747404245) ## How an unexpected gift launched Minnesota’s oldest zoo _2025-05-05 · Curious Minnesota_ Como Zoo in St. Paul is more than 120 years old, and was the metro area's primary zoo for many decades. Erica Pearson joins host Eric Roper to discuss the origins of the zoo, and how it has changed over the years. LINKS: How an unexpected gift launched Minnesota’s oldest zoo [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB9545167382.mp3?updated=1746478505) ## What’s the smallest town in Minnesota with a mayor? _2025-04-18 · Curious Minnesota_ Just under 6,000 people in Minnesota live in a town with a population under 100, according to the state demographer. The dynamics of Minnesota's smallest cities are an interesting facet of rural life in the state. Reporters Kim Hyatt and JP Lawrence joined host Eric Roper to discuss their visits to Funkley and Kinbrae. LINKS: What’s the smallest town in Minnesota with a mayor? Frisbee license… [Listen](https://chrt.fm/track/6GD543/traffic.megaphone.fm/STB3645553468.mp3?updated=1745003535)