The Cabin
The Cabin
Discover Wisconsin
"Welcome to The Cabin, the official podcast of Discover Wisconsin! Join host Andrea Boehlke and her co-hosts Eric Paulsen, Megan Christian, and Apurba Banerjee as they dive into all things Wisconsin—from hidden gems and outdoor adventures to local legends and must-visit spots. Whether you’re a lifelong Wisconsinite or just discovering the Midwest, The Cabin is your go-to source for stories, travel tips, and a deeper look at what makes Wisconsin truly special."
Wisconsin Halloween: Harry Houdini and Mind Reading (with Joe Diamond)
Did you know that Harry Houdini grew up in Appleton, Wisconsin? And that THIS Halloween marks the 100th anniversary of his death? Mind reader Joe Diamond stops by the Cabin to tell us some interesting facts about Houdini, plus reads our minds! How does he do it?! Tune in!
Oct 27
48 min
Haunted Wisconsin: Places to Stay and Eat (and Events!)
Do you feel like staying in a haunted hotel, or eating at a haunted restaurant for this spooky season? Or…. maybe you want to learn about these places from afar! Jeff Finup from Badgerland Legends stops by the Cabin and we cover places all around the state - from haunted stays to events this Halloween, we have you covered!
Oct 20
37 min
Take a Spooky Wisconsin Road Trip! (with Weird Wisconsin)
Are you ready for a totally bizarre and at times, creepy road trip?! Josh Hughes aka Weird Wisconsin stops by The Cabin and gives us some amazing ideas to kick off Spooky Month. From a giant potato masher (not that spooky) to Second Salem and Ghost Stories (super spooky) we cover a lot! Whether you believe in the supernatural or not, this one is a fun one!
Oct 13
1 hr
Coolest Wisconsin Staycations and Weekend Getaways
Did you know you can stay overnight on a train caboose?! Or in a glass cabin? Or even a hobbit house?! This week, we are discovering some of the coolest and most unique Wisconsin staycations - from tree houses to haunted mansions! Plus we are discovering some of the unique small towns you can explore. Tune in now!
Oct 6
48 min
Wisconsin Fall: Tailgating, Green Bay and Traditions (with Matt Ramage)
Time to gear up for fall tailgating traditions! Even if you aren’t into sports, you will love this one. Matt Ramage (Packer and Wisconsin superfan) joins us with some incredible stories - Who is the nicest Packer player? What famous person follows him on Instagram and why? Plus- some places to eat, drink and hang out in Green Bay and the surrounding area. This one is a blast - tune in!
Sep 29
45 min
Bonus: Things you didn’t know about Hayward and Sawyer County
In this bonus episode of The Cabin, we explore everything Hayward and Sawyer County has to offer! We learn about the lumberjack championships and logging history, hear stories of people getting married in the Giant Musky in Hayward, and get the run down on the food and drink spots you must check out! Plus- we got the best spots on the Fall Color Tour in Sawyer County! You don’t want to miss this one!
Sep 24
44 min
Best Fall Activities in Wisconsin
Fall is upon us! It’s time to do some apple picking, pumpkin picking, and get lost in some corn mazes in Wisconsin! Hana Ostapchuk Kraus joins us again, and we chat about our favorite orchards, pumpkin patches, fall food, and favorite places to see the fall colors! Plus- have you ever been to a Wisconsin safari?! Tune in now!
Sep 22
47 min
Fall in Wisconsin: Festivals and Events
Fall is right around the corner, so get a head start on fall plans with The Cabin! From giant pumpkin festivals, to Cranberry Fests, Apple Festivals and more - this is your guide to hitting all the fall festivals in the state! We are joined by our newest Discover Wisconsin host, Hana Ostapchuk Kraus to bring you the best fall fun that Wisconsin has to offer!
Sep 15
40 min
Bonus: Make Outagamie County Your Next Adventure
Did you know the hamburger was invented in Outagamie County?! On this bonus episode of The Cabin, we are diving into all things Outagamie County - cool drive-ins and bars, food spots, things to do, and fascinating history! Plus- some fun facts about the Timber Rattlers! Tune in now!
Sep 10
44 min
Foraging in Wisconsin (for a full year!) with Robin Greenfield
Wisconsin native Robin Greenfield is foraging 100% of his food and medicine for an entire year! He stops by to chat about basic foraging that we can all do, and some of the difficult parts of his journey. What happens when he gets poison ivy?! Plus - we talk all about Ashland, Wisconsin and his favorite things to do in his hometown. You don’t want to miss this one!
Sep 8
53 min
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