Welcome to the Rochester Local Podcast! Here, we learn from the people that live in Rochester MN, and hear their stories of life in our city. Cozy up as we chat all things Rochester including how the locals have lived through the decades. Along the way, we'll be sure to keep you updated on all the local happenings!
This episode of the Rochester Local Podcast features Devon Hugdahl, a museum professional, screen printer, and artist who has collaborated with local bands and organizations like the Rochester Art Center and Thaw Music Festival to create custom screen-printed posters and art. Devin discusses his creative process, love of community radio, and favorite spots in Rochester. Host Becky Montpetit and Devon also discuss some scandalous history of Rochester involving a 1925 police raid on a strip poker party. Devin shares his passion for cooking, fatherhood, and art and plans to showcase preserved printing equipment during the Rochester History Center's centennial celebration.
Community Stations Recommended By Devon
KFAI - https://kfai.org
WMSE - https://wmse.org
WORT - https://www.wortfm.org
KGNU - https://kgnu.org
28 Oct 2024
Episode 23 | Matt & Julie Ruzek
In episode #23 of the Rochester Local podcast, we’re chatting with local couple, Matt and Julie Ruzek. Both Matt and Julie have backgrounds in education —
🚀 Matt is the current principal at John Marshall High School.
❤️ Julie spent many years with the Rochester Public Schools district and is now the Executive Director of Cradle to Career - a community initiative organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for young people.
➡️ Join us for this conversation as we talk about their lives as educators, raising kids in Rochester, the upcoming RPS referendum, and who LIED to get a first date with the other. 😉
Becky is joined in this podcast by Will Forsman, co-owner of Cafe Steam and Colorway Coffee Roasters. Will started as a dishwasher at Cafe Press, which later was acquired and turned into Cafe Steam, where he moved up throughout the years to now being a co-owner. His passion for the city and the people shines throughout the discussion, and his dedication to providing the best coffee in the area is on full display!
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