Doug Wolking: From the Chili Line to the Front Line
Send us a text Doug and Nick met as clock-punchers at Skyline Chili over 25 years ago. Doug was the manager calling shots and Nick was scrubbing dishes in the tank. Over time, they served up a steaming plate of friendship that brings them into the recording dungeon. Now, Doug keeps the citizens of Independence, Kentucky safe while wearing the Blue and Nick makes podcasts in his spare time. In this episode, we take you on Doug's journey from the steam table to the police cru...
13 Mar 2025
Andrew Goering: From Alaska to Europe to Law School
Send us a text Andrew Goering takes us on a fascinating journey from the frigid frontiers of Alaska to the complex world of financial crimes compliance. Growing up in a place where schools only closed at -50°F and carrying survival gear was as normal as bringing your wallet, Andrew developed a sense of exploration and adventure that led him across the globe. Andrew explains why he'd rather face a bear than a moose in the Alaskan wilderness, shares his family's annual ritual of catching an en...
5 Mar 2025
Michael Mouser: Firefightin' Hockey Dad
Send us a text Michael Mouser grew up in a big family in a small town in bourbon country . In this episode, he shares his journey from rural Kentucky, where he first learned firefighting, to his life as a hockey parent up north. We discuss the emotional weight of first response responsibilities, but also where to find the best cheap grub around the region and which bands do politics the best. Thanks for listening! Please visit the pod's website at https://kwalcast.buzzspro...
25 Feb 2025
Lars Soderlund: An Old Friend
Send us a text In this episode, we reconnect with my old friend from grade school, Lars Soderlund. We reflect on skipping a grade (or two) into high school and delve into Lars's journey from a grade school friend to a college English professor, touching on the nuances of academia, the pressures of publishing, and the importance of mentorship in education. We discuss how these formative experiences have intertwined with our professional lives and shaped our perspectives on teachin...
11 Feb 2025
Brian Garner: Election Turmoil in a Small Town
Send us a text How could a small election mishap turn a community upside down? In this episode, we venture into the world of local politics with my brother-in-law, Brian Garner, a city commissioner from Union, Kentucky. Brian takes us behind the scenes of what can happen when an election goes wrong. This episode sheds light on the rapid and costly legal battles candidates endure when elections are contested, revealing just how precarious maintaining transparency and fairness in local governa...
22 Jan 2025
Daryl Osuch: My Man in Tokyo
Send us a textPlease meet a buddy of mine from law school, Daryl Osuch. Daryl and I met at the great University of Cincinnati College of Law, whose notable alumni list includes former President and Supreme Court Justice William Howard Taft, and he now lives in Tokyo, Japan. We talk about Daryl's winding road from Chicago to Japan to Cincy and back to Japan. We also get his thoughts on law school and fatherhood, and muse about what life would be like without a cell phone...
13 Jan 2025
Bonus Clandfield: Strolling down the Camino de Santiago
Lindsay Clandfield shares his transformative journey down the Camino de Santiago, revealing insights on perseverance and self-discovery.
4 Jan 2025
Lindsay Clandfield: A Canadian in Spain
Send us a textThis week we have Lindsay Clandfield, one of my first internet friends. Yes, you can make real friends on the internet. Even though we first met IRL in Spain where he lives, he grew up in Canada. We talk about his journey back and forth across the pond, his experience in the world of publishing, and his upcoming trip down the Camino de Santiago.
16 Dec 2024
Jacob Case: City Boy from the Country
Jacob Case, a country boy turned city dweller, shares his unique perspectives on faith, fitness, and fatherhood, offering insights on navigating life's challenges with resilience and purpose.
25 Nov 2024
Cris Duvall: Victim of the Rabbit Hole
Cris Duvall shares his journey from Eastern Kentucky to Northern Kentucky, blending sports expertise with personal anecdotes and passions, offering a refreshingly candid perspective on life.
13 Nov 2024
Joe Rouse: The Ernest Hemmingway Look-alike
Send us a textJoe is a man of books. Not only has he taught high school English and been a devoted fan of Tolkien for many years, but he once entered a look-alike contest in the Florida Keys for some guy who wrote the Old Man and the Sea. Joe's not an old man yet, but he just became an empty nester. What's that like? We'll find out.
23 Oct 2024
Clay Schmitt: The Man Behind the Curtain
Send us a textThis week, we meet the man with the audio magic touch. Clay is my brother-in-law who helps mix and master this podcast. He's been listening to podcasts for a long time, and was one of the most encouraging proponents for starting this cast. In this episode, we talk about his approaching fatherhood and reflect on our own upbringings. What do we want to pass on to our kids? How do you address the "hard" subjects like drugs and alcohol? All this a...
24 Sept 2024
This Anne Was Made For Wolking
Send us a textOn this episode, we are graced by the benevolent Anne Wolking. When I first met her almost 35 years ago, she was plain ol' Anne Smith. But a lot can happen in that time, and she now goes by a different name and is about to see her oldest child graduate from high school.In our conversation, we'll talk about attending Catholic grade school in the Northern Kentucky 90's, the advice you give to kids these days, and organ donation. Yes, organ donation.
5 Sept 2024
Never Settle
Send us a textPlease join us as our guest, Laura Settle, takes us on a cruise across the world. We'll talk about living in Germany, taking a semester at sea, and what it's like working in a library.
21 Aug 2024
Mmm. . . Burger
Send us a textThis week we welcome Evan Strasburger to the pod. We talk about running, music, being too cool for stuff, and boredom. . . sounds exciting!
7 Aug 2024
You Bechanko!
Send us a textGuest #2 is Jennifer Bechanko. We discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from art, music, and video games to sticking your feet in cold, mountain water.
25 Jul 2024
Andy the First
Send us a textOur first victim, er guest. Please welcome our 6 foot 4 inch guinea pig: Andy Long.
24 Jul 2024
K-Wal Cast Trailer
Send us a textA first episode? A first episode!Welcome to the K-Wal Cast! This is an interview podcast where I, Nick Kowalski, talk with people in my life. What will we talk about? Anything and everything. We're just here to have fun, dig a little deeper, and enjoy some good conversation.
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