Frame of Reference - Profiles in Leadership

Coming up on Frame of Reference:

Dec 5th, 2025 - Canadian Snipers, Hard Choices, Honest War Stories - A rifle on a rooftop isn’t a movie moment—it’s a profound responsibility. We sit with retired Canadian Army sniper Barry Nisbet and author and former U.S. Army Ranger Mir Bahmanyar to unpack what snipers really do when deployed to places like Bosnia and Afghanistan and why their new book, Send It, pushes past the myths of their missions and duties.
Dec 19th, 2025 - Trust, Community, And A $25,000 Promise - A massive heart attack at 2 a.m., a choice to stay, and a vow to be useful—John Stewart Hill turned a brush with death into a movement that protects homeowners and celebrates great tradespeople. I sat down with John, founder and chief ambassador of The Good Contractors List, to unpack how a third-party guarantee and serious vetting can transform an anxious, two-way agreement into a safer, more respectful partnership.
Dec 24th, 2025 - CHRISTMAS EVE SPECIAL!!! - For YEARS I have wanted to do a Christmas Eve Podcast and this year I'm doing it!! So if you're looking for a new tradition that you can play in the background while you sit down to eat or open presents, this is the place. I'll be playing my favorite contemporary versions of classics like Frosty the Snowman, Joy to the Word and Oh Come all Ye Faithful, plus some songs you've perhaps never heard about, but are good tunes with great lyrics. I'll be filling you in on some of the stories behind the songs and their artists as well, so . . . join us!

Our Recent Episodes

Thursday, January 27, 2022 The Turmoil of Trauma - Part 1: Cathy Lins

Over 70% of the population has experienced trauma. The events and isolation in 2020 have simply added to the strain on our mental health. Cathy decide...

Thursday, January 20, 2022 Hope House - Part 2: Alex Austin and Jamie Sathasivum

Join my guests and I as we further discuss the dynamics of domestic abuse and the resources available for those experiencing it.

Thursday, January 13, 2022 Hope House - Part 1: Alex Austin and Jamie Sathasivum

This is the first in my series of "New Year's Resolution" episodes. I wanted to start 2022 with shows that focus on important issues t...

Thursday, January 6, 2022 The Exhilaration of Eagles: Jennifer Lazendorf

With Eagle Watching Days just around the corner here in Sauk-Prairie it seemed like a good time to talk about our national bird and pick up some "tips...

Thursday, December 30, 2021 Healing with Hope - 2021: Rev. Bill Harris and Brent Miller

Join me as I talk with Bill and County Administrator Brent Miller about a new Career center that is being developed in Sauk County to help teach trade...

Thursday, December 23, 2021 A Madison Medley of Merry Music - 2021

Unique music for the holiday season from The Kerosene Kites (Beth and her collaborator Eric Kjelland), Smitty Kringle, Milkhouse Radio, Michael Bryan...

Thursday, December 16, 2021 The Heralding of History (Again) Part 2: Paul Wolter

This is actually the first part of the interview with Paul Volter in which we talk about history as an idea and a cause for which people are willing t...

Thursday, December 9, 2021 The Heralding of History (Again): Paul Wolter

Join Paul Wolter, the Executive Director of The Sauk County Historical Society, as we talk about the importance of History and maintaining & restoring...

Thursday, December 2, 2021 Help for Healthcare Part 2: Todd Wuerger

Todd and I continue our conversation about how foundations help to keep our healthcare infrastructure and personnel the best they can be. Plus he sha...

Thursday, November 25, 2021 Help for Healthcare: Todd Wuerger

If you ever wondered who takes care of the care takers, Todd Wuerger can shed some light on that topic in the Healthcare arena.

Thursday, November 18, 2021 The Antonym for Addiction PT2: Dr. John McAuliffe

The opposite of Addiction is NOT Abstinence! There is no way to combat an addiction as severe as Opiates cause with will power alone. The only prove...

Thursday, November 11, 2021 The Antonym for Addiction: Dr. John McAuliffe

We continue our 3rd season with a "welcome back" to Dr. John McAuliffe to talk about his work within Sauk County and beyond to help people that have b...

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