
What's the coolest web-based Minnesota documentary series coming out of Duluth? On this installment of Attracted to Duluth, you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be recruited to join an all-clown marching band. We're joined by local documentary filmmaker and weird history enjoyer, Mike Scholtz, as he tells us all about his recent PBS North series Minnesota Historia (which Hailey just so happens to host.)
Jun 27, 2023
1 hr 8 min

Attracted to Duluth is kicking off Pride month with our friends at Trans Northland! In this installment, we chat with Trans Joy Fest organizers Sean Hayes and Joe Murphy to talk all about their upcoming second annual event, as well as hear ways that we can support our transgender friends and neighbors all year long!
Jun 1, 2023
55 min

We Love Our Block! This week on Attracted to Duluth, we're joined by Sarah and Annika from The City of Duluth's Love Your Block program. The Love Your Block model encourages innovation and experimentation to reduce blight through resident and government partnerships. Together we talk about our city's history and hone in on the Central Hillside, the neighborhood The Depot is proud to call "our block."
May 10, 2023
1 hr 9 min

What defunct Duluth amusement park once sat on Park Point? This time on Attracted To Duluth we explore the largely-forgotten amusement park that once boasted rides, attractions, and some absolutely wild live stunts and performances that are a miracle anyone survived! Step right up and listen to the greatest show on earth... or at least the greatest show in one specific part of Duluth.
Apr 17, 2023
1 hr 7 min

What Duluth attraction is home to North America's largest sturgeon touchpool? This week we're joined by Jay Walker of the Great Lakes Aquarium as he dives into the story of how the organization came to be, and how he came to join it. Be sure to tuna-in!
Mar 14, 2023
1 hr 14 min

Why are lighthouses the setting for so many spooky stories? This week we're joined by Ian Wallin, a lighthouse enthusiast and TikTok micro-influencer, as they drop some serious lighthouse knowledge on us. From Edgar Allen Poe to Willem Dafoe, horror media has loved lighthouses for over 100 years, but why? Tune in as Ian tells us about the wonderful world of lighthouse keeping and all the potential ways to die while doing it!
Jan 26, 2023
1 hr

We Love Iron Will, Still Featuring The Upper Midwest Film Office and The Lake Superior Railroad Museum What Disney movie filmed in Duluth still manages to connect with our community 20+ years later? This week we're joined by Riki McManus and Ken Buehler as they discuss their involvement in the production of the film that every Duluthian (besides Hailey, apparently) has seen and loves! And other hot Hollywood gossip.
Dec 15, 2022
1 hr 5 min

What iconic Duluth attraction hasn't always been quiiite so tourist friendly? This week we're joined by special guest Kaylee Matuszak as we discuss Duluth's Canal Park through the ages, the appeal of non-decrepit bathrooms, and missing mannequin drama.
Dec 2, 2022
55 min

What do The Lake Superior Zoo, The Depot, and Superior Public Museums all have in common? Ghosts! Join us for this special episode of Attracted to Duluth, as we talk about all the things that go bump in the night with special guest Brittany Plachecki.
Oct 28, 2022
59 min

What Lake Superior Zoo resident was familiar with the inside of a pilot's cockpit? Here's a hint, she also met Hedy Lamarr! Join us for another episode of Attracted to Duluth, as we dive into a tale that will leave you hungry for more!
Oct 21, 2022
45 min
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