We talk about the novel “Bridgeton” with author Michael Knoelder. Then, we talk about sustainability and fiber arts with Leslie Schroeder and Jessica Becker. We wrap up with a previously-aired conversation about clean, allergy-friendly home design.
Featured in this Episode
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“Bridgeton” explores the big lessons you can learn in a small town
Join us for another meeting of our book club as we talk with author Michael Knoedler about “Bridgeton.” It’s a story about small-town life, childhood and growing up on the Wisconsin River.
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Growing flax and weaving linen in Wisconsin
The first man-made cloth was not wool — but linen. Linen is made out of a plant called flax, which can be grown right here in Wisconsin. We talk with two fiber-arts enthusiasts about flax, linen and sustainability in the clothing industry.
Find out more about the Field to Frock event here.
Wisconsin Life: Leslie Schroeder’s flax-to-linen dream weaves its way into Wisconsin
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Clean home design and air purification
Interior designer Robin Wilson has developed a way for your home to become allergen-aware. In this previously recorded interview, Wilson shares her tips for clean home design and covers the benefits of air purifiers.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Michael Knoedler Guest
- Leslie Schroeder Guest
- Jessica Becker Guest
- Robin Wilson Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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