Peninsula Pulse founder and publisher Dave Eliot sits down with Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about the 30th anniversary of the first issue of the Peninsula Pulse. Dave talks about the inspiration for the paper, early struggles, and the moment he thought it might all fall apart.

For more on the history of the Pulse, explore these episodes:

Story of the Pulse Part I>>

Story of the Pulse Part II>>

Story of the Pulse Part III - Where Haven't You Been>>

Story of the Pulse Part V - Home>>

Story of the Pulse Part VI - On the Run>>

Story of the Pulse Part VII - It Takes Two>>

Help is finally on the way for Sturgeon Bay's deteriorating athletic fields on Michigan Street. City Administrator Josh Vanlieshout and Sturgeon Bay Superintendent Dan Tjernagel join Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about the new joint master plan for the facilities and the unique funding mechanism created to start improving facilities there.

Shane McAdams of Milwaukee's Real Tinsel Gallery joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss why the Milwaukee resident put so much effort into raising the profile of Door County in the contemporary art world. This weekend, McAdams is back at PenArt with the Door County Contemporary Art Fair, and he explains what sets this apart from other art events on the peninsula.

Mike Bacsi and Myles Dannhausen Jr. love a good dive bar. But defining a dive isn't always easy (sometimes it is). Today they chat about what makes a great dive, and some of the best on the peninsula. Plus, Mike shares what he's looking forward to in this summer's slate of new restaurants.

In it, we mention a previous podcast with James Larsen responding to online reviews. If you want to check that out you can find it here>>

First-time author Theresa Evans joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about her new memoir detailing the emotional journey of a mother-daughter relationship, exploring themes of reconciliation, healing, and end-of-life decisions. Evans walked side-by-side with her mother, a Canadian resident, when she chose to use Medical Assistance in Dying at the end of a long struggle with debilitating pain. Evans, a former registered nurse wrote a memoir about that journey, discussing the ethical and medical dilemmas involved in the decision and how she and her siblings handled what was an emotional, gut-wrenching but beautiful time with their mother in her final months.

It's a big year for the Pulse, as Memorial Day Weekend marks 30 years since the first issue went to the presses on May 22, 1996. Myles Dannhausen Jr. recalls his first impressions of paper that it was and what it has become and points you to David Eliot's column about those humble beginnings. Plus, a quick look what's new in dining this year, and Myles shares 3 Things He Loves this week.

Debra Fitzgerald talks to Leslie Boden, a certified credit counselor and financial social worker, about the challenges local residents have managing finances. They discuss rising debt, credit card trends, financial crisis management, and the impact of cost-of-living on personal finances. The conversation covers a range of financial challenges faced by individuals, including housing costs, digital expenses, vehicle payments, medical debt, and bankruptcy. It also delves into the psychological and societal factors that influence financial behavior and decision-making.

When the DNR started clearing a wide swath of trees for a road expansion in Potawatomi State Park, it shocked users - and for good reason. Debra Fitzgerald joins Myles Dannhausen to discuss the communication breakdown that left the DNR facing a backlash from local users. They discuss whether the road expansion was necessary, but mostly how the department continues to struggle to communicate goals and objectives to a vigilant public.

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