Category: Podcasts
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Episode 63: “Life is the Story” w/ Lucy Knisley
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It’s the first of three shows from the 2025 Brown County Library Pop Con! Serious Fun Host Bryan sits down with cartoonist and author Lucy Knisley (Woe: A Housecat’s Story of Despair, Sugar Shack, Kid Gloves, Relish) to talk about her work and how she draws creativity from her own life and experiences. It’s a…
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Ep. 172: What Does It Mean to Flourish? (w/ Dr. Jon Beale & Dr. Nick Holton)
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In this episode of Psychology & Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano explores the psychology of human flourishing with Flourish FM hosts Dr. Jon Beale and Dr. Nick Holton. Together, they unpack what it really means to live a “good life” — from Aristotle’s classic philosophy to modern psychological research. The conversation dives into whether…
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Ep. 5: Barb LaMue – Championing Startups and Developing Talent
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In this episode of The Lantern, host Ryan Martin talks with Barb LaMue, President and CEO of New North, Inc., about her journey from growing up on a family farm to leading economic development across 18 counties in Northeast Wisconsin. Barb shares the story of her grandparents’ immigration, her passion for mentoring veteran-, women-, and…
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Ep. 171: Are Students Less Happy Today? UWGB Counselors Weigh In (w/ Illene Cupit & Michelle Gauger)
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In this episode of Psychology & Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with two licensed counselors from the UW–Green Bay Wellness Center, Illene Cupit and Michelle Gauger, to talk about what they’re seeing on the ground when it comes to student mental health. Recent global research shows a dip in happiness and a…
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Ep. 4: Adam Kinzinger – From the Cockpit to the Capitol
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In this episode of The Lantern, Adam Kinzinger – former Congressman of Illinois’ 16th District and Lieutenant Colonel in the Air National Guard – joins Ryan Martin for a candid conversation about standing alone, pushing through doubt, and what it really means to lead with integrity. From imposter syndrome to national unity, Kinzinger reflects on…
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Ep. 2: Chris Kimbrough – From Badge to Barbershop
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In this episode of The Lantern, Dr. Ryan Martin talks with Chris Kimbrough—former police officer turned entrepreneur, community leader, and owner of Starz Barber and Beauty. Chris shares how his journey from badge to barbershop was fueled by resilience, faith, and a deep commitment to giving back. From building a business where clients become family…
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Ep. 1: Jyll Everman – Revenge, Resilience, and Really Good Food
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In this premiere episode of The Lantern, Dr. Ryan Martin sits down with Jyll Everman, Owner and Executive Chef at Gather on Broadway and Host for Fox 11 Living, to explore what it means to start from the ground up. From her path from culinary school to reality TV to building a business from scratch,…
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Episode 62: THE CHAMP IS HERE! (w/ Aaron Arsenal)
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This week on Serious Fun, Bryan sits down with Hybrid Wrestling Entertainment champion Aaron Arsenal ahead of his big title defense in the main event of HWE Summer Series Round 1 at Badger State Brewing in Green Bay! Aaron tells us all about being an indie wrestler – the crazy schedule, the storytelling, the unusual…
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Episode 170: The Psychology of Eco-Spirituality (w/Dr. Regan Gurung and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges)
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In this episode of Psychology & Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano welcomes Dr. Regan Gurung and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges to explore the emerging science of eco-spirituality, which examines how experiences in nature can become a gateway to a deeper well-being and connection in the world. Dr. Gurung, a professor at Oregon State University, has authored…
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Episode 169: The Psychology of Acting Human (w/Alan Kopischke)
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Join us in this episode where Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites assistant professor of theatre and dance at UWGB, Alan Kopischke, to discuss the commonalities of those in theatre and psychology. They explore how understanding the emotions, values, and motives of others is important in both realms and how both disciplines can help the other…