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Cabin Country

67 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

Give us the time and we’ll take you out of the traffic and away from the levee. Let’s find the place where the loons call out among the moonlit waves and where the wind sighs among the Norway pines. Let’s get to Cabin Country.

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Episodes

Ep. 57: Don't Try This At Home!

February 02, 2024 13:55 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB

Ever try to give a wild animal mouth to snoot resuscitation? Bjorn reads Fud an article from a Minneapolis newspaper about a brave (and perhaps foolish) man who revived a Pine Marten. Funny stories galore about skunks, weasels, opossums, squirrels and even lemurs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 56: Good Little Elves

December 24, 2023 20:13 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MB

This brown holiday season in Minnesota has Bjorn and Fud reminiscing about other brown things they've experienced. They pick a Schmidt Scenic and try to relate it to the holidays the best they can. More sponsors and a song by crooner Fud Mathis to brighten the Christmas season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 55: Bjorn & Fud's SpookFest 2023!

November 22, 2023 19:28 - 1 hour - 85.4 MB

Bjorn & Fud's favorite time of the year, the cooling temps, the falling leaves, and the telling of spooky tales set against the backdrop of Cabin Country! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 54: A Cold October Night

October 31, 2023 18:37 - 41 minutes - 56.3 MB

A fireside chat with Bjorn and Fud on the season's last Gull River cabin trip as they procrastinate their annual Halloween spook fest just a little longer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 53: The Return of the Schmidt Scenic Moment!

September 18, 2023 18:23 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Bjorn and Fud pull out the old box of Schmidt Scenic beer cans from the closet and gab about farming ancestors and unlikely places to find good fishing grubs. The Logbook of "Terrible" Tim Torgerson continues and the summer is brought to a close with shared memories of the Minnesota State Fair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 52: A Midsummer Cabin Dream

July 27, 2023 22:24 - 39 minutes - 45 MB

Bjorn shares a recurring time travel dream of visiting his parents cabin and we meet outdoor officer Torgerson's cousin Tim, another outdoor agent under the glow of St. Paul's #1 in a new segment called "The Notebook of Tim 'Terrible T' Torgerson." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 51: A Great Cuppa Joel!

June 01, 2023 18:24 - 1 hour - 84.4 MB

Legendary St. Paul guitarist Joel Shapira sits down with Bjorn & Fud to talk music, guitars and favorite fishing lures over an incomparable cup of coffee at JS Bean Factory in Highland Park. Outdoor agent "Torgy" Torgerson takes an interesting TRIP on his latest adventure in the field. You can Find the Music of Joel Shapira online, from his early punk Days with BOY ELROY-THIS IS NOT ART on YouTube to his long and prolific Jazz guitar career with vocalist CHARMIN MICHELLE on iTunes and Spotify...

Ep. 50: Yeah, Yeah, Fine! with David Ebner

March 28, 2023 19:50 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

Bjorn and Fud visit musician David Ebner of the St. Paul-based band Yeah Yeah Fine at his beautiful cabin on Lower Gull Lake. Fud looks back to 1989-90 when the Gull River cabin was built and his Super 8mm feature film The Wrong Door was made. Check out his new documentary on YouTube - "Men Make Movie, if Not Million$" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmJ4NlBtpFk&t=312s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 49: A Few of Our Favorite Things

December 25, 2022 22:09 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

Bjorn and Fud recall early holiday memories in Cabin Country and compare notes on Christmas traditions they love plus a few that they don't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 48: "It Destroyed Our Live Box!"

October 28, 2022 17:24 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Brace yourselves for a bone-chilling Cabin Country ghost story or two, seasonal offerings from our "sponsors," and the return of outdoors agent "Torgy" Torgerson in a thrilling new caper - "Werebears in the Moonlight." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 47: The Book of SPAM!

October 07, 2022 17:05 - 1 hour - 74.1 MB

Love it or not, SPAM has been a world renowned canned food since its creation in 1937 by Hormel Foods in Austin Minnesota. The Book of SPAM Authors Dan Armstrong and Dustin Black share stories of their tireless digging through dusty archives and deep within their very souls to put together a hilarious collection of SPAM information in a colossal effort to bridge the gap between the SPAMs and the SPAM-nots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 46: Ain't Misbeehavin'

August 31, 2022 03:29 - 1 hour - 80.8 MB

Bjorn & Fud are on their best beehavior with special guest Tavia Trulson, a passionate conservationist and small business owner from Wisconsin. Her OH, BEEHAVE organic body care products are good for your skin and her drive and delightful personality are good for your soul! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 45: Gull River Stories

June 08, 2022 06:26 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB

A recording of great nostalgic stories that are the essence of the Cabin Country Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 44: The WHITESIDEWALLS!!!

April 12, 2022 20:40 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Bjorn and Fud drop in on the legendary 1950's & 60's American Rock 'n' Roll Revue show band The #Whitesidewalls in their St. Paul recording studio and hear great stories and great music from one of the most versatile group of stage musicians in the U.S. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 43: Island Girl!

March 18, 2022 18:29 - 55 minutes - 63.5 MB

#Minnfluencer Stephanie Hansen talks about food and cabin life in Ely Minnesota on an island on Burntside lake. Outdoors agent "Torgy" Torgerson returns with a report on a creepy underwater discovery - based on an actual event! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 42: THE TRAIN! THE TRAIN!!

February 22, 2022 18:33 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

Fud's 91 year old Uncle Joe shares tales of his 46 year career as a licensed steam and diesel train engineer and building "The Shack" on the Gull River. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 41: The War of the Bowfin!

January 29, 2022 19:49 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

The upper midwest is nearly obliterated in this special "radio" broadcast by massive flying dogfish leaping from lake to lake, destroying everything in their path. Inspired by the famous 1938 broadcast of Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds," it's a long time favorite and inspiration to Fud and Bjorn. Make sure to listen for great bowfin recipes after this terrifyingly fun dramatization! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 40: A Merry Little Cabin Country Holiday

December 12, 2021 21:28 - 1 hour - 85 MB

Plenty of merriment with Bjorn and Fud in this winter holiday seasonal offering! Santa, elves, singing ducks, an emotional model train enthusiast, lumberjack ghosts and possibly a julebukk will pass through the Oakdale studios on Cabin Country's 40th episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 39: Hamlet Lake Haunting

October 28, 2021 21:05 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

After a brief recap of their fall cabin trip, Bjorn and Fud share this years spooky tale of an early lumberman's fatal incident at a Hamlet Lake cabin followed by years of strange happenings around the cabin's dock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 38: Tim & Sue, Part Two!!!

September 29, 2021 23:33 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Sue talks about her podcast The Island of Discarded Women and Tim remembers early days on WCCO radio and even earlier days of his family's cabin in Nisswa Minnesota. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 37: Cabin Country Companions - Sue Scott and Tim Russell (pt.1)

September 04, 2021 16:13 - 1 hour - 68.8 MB

WOW!!! Bjorn and Fud got to hang out IN PERSON with A Prairie Home Companion stars Sue Scott and Tim Russell for a couple hours of hilarious conversation about performing on the iconic live radio broadcast with Garrison Keillor and the 2006 Robert Altman film. Part one of a two part episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 36: Big Fish, Little Fish, and Goddamn Geese

August 04, 2021 21:21 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

Bjorn and Fud's annual summer excursion to the cabin. The goddamn goose battle continues, A big fish was caught, as well as a few tiny ones. New "sponsors" and show segments including part 3 of "Big Boy," and an encore presentation of "In The Crapper" by Good Old Lloyd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 35: Dumb-Ass Birds - A F@*!#ing Hilarious Field Guide!

July 04, 2021 15:57 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Seattle-based author Matt Kracht shares stories behind the creation of his best selling book "The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 34: Creepy Crawlies

June 04, 2021 20:46 - 1 hour - 83.7 MB

Some things in nature are more challenging to live in harmony with than others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 33: How Great Lake Art!

April 29, 2021 19:38 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

Lakes Supply Co. founder Larry Sickmann shares insights of his unique T-shirt design, Good O'l Lloyd reveals the latest soup recipe from Cramwell's and GSPN offers new entertainment while you pump gas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 32: A Lotta Beef on the Hoof!

April 02, 2021 02:21 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

Bjorn was often quizzed by his dad on cow identification on the long drive to the cabin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 31: Cabin Fever '21

March 03, 2021 18:49 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Bjorn and Fud share "field reports" from the frozen waters of Camp du Nord and the Gull River. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 30: Cap'n Dave Stricker

February 10, 2021 21:05 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

Great Stories from Great Lakes Captain David Stricker who is also a board member of The North Shore Fishing Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 29: John Munson: A Semi-Standard Canoe Trip

January 25, 2021 12:15 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

Twin Cities music great John Munson shares his love of the outdoors with Bjorn and Fud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 28: The 2020 Season Ender

December 23, 2020 21:35 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

A Jersey cabin story, Zoom for the holidays, and a big thanks to our Cabin Country listeners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 27 Spring Grove Soda & "29 Bells"

December 06, 2020 19:20 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

Fud and Bjorn visit the Spring Grove Soda company in Southern Minnesota and enact a short ghost story with Bjorn and Fud by a Canadian author and fan of the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 26: Thielen Meats

November 13, 2020 23:08 - 56 minutes - 76.9 MB

Every cabin trip for Bjorn and Fud includes a stop at Thielen Meats for a pound or ten of bacon, hot dogs or jerky. This time they got to visit behind the meat counter and talk with owner Joe Thielen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 25: A Minnesota (snow)Fall!

October 22, 2020 20:56 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MB

The first Minnesota snow dump on October 20, 2020 was not as bad as the 1991 Halloween blizzard, but enough to illicit some commentary from Bjorn and Fud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 24: Halloween Season Special!

October 05, 2020 19:10 - 1 hour - 89.2 MB

There are just as many spooky stories in Cabin Country as fish stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 23: Stan Tekiela pt.2

September 05, 2020 17:14 - 1 hour - 83 MB

Minnesota-based naturalist Stan Tekiela describes the peculiar mating practices of familiar backyard birds and the adaptability of birds and animals to environmental changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 22: Stan Tekiela - Part 1

August 19, 2020 17:01 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

The first of a two episode conversation with Minnesota-based naturalist Stan Tekiela, who shares his extensive knowledge and passion about the misunderstood intelligence of birds and animals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goose Poop and Things to Come!

August 05, 2020 00:08 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MB

Fud and Bjorn discus the results of an on-going goose deterrent project and great Cabin Country episodes ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 21: "Can we get one of those, dad?"

July 25, 2020 19:06 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

Bjorn shares his findings on outdoor and fishing gear that was available in the mid seventies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 20: June 20-2020

June 20, 2020 11:45 - 1 hour - 76.2 MB

Bjorn and Fud reach episode #20 on the 20th of June in 2020! They talk about their early June cabin trip, road food advice with "Square Deal Al," another "Schmidt Scenic Moment," and a free Cabin Country Coffee mug to the first 10 listeners who write a review on iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. #19 Pop Music '76

May 21, 2020 18:17 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

The long drive up to Cabin Country seemed even longer when you were forced to listen to the mellow pop hits of the 1970's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Old Man and the Gitche Gumee

April 18, 2020 16:08 - 1 hour - 82.3 MB

Bjorn visited the North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum in Tofte Minnesota and aquired a 1980 recording of Norwegian immigrant Helmer Aakvic recounting his experiences of commercial fishing and his famous rescue attempt in 1958. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 17: Cuyuna Lakes

October 30, 2019 22:59 - 1 hour - 58 MB

Join Bjorn and Fud on their annual fall cabin trip and their visit to the Cuyuna Lakes area near Crosby MN. Hear MN School of Diving owner Todd Matthies describe his amazing scuba diving experiences in the pristine depths of the mine pit lakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 16: Paul Bunyan Land

September 05, 2019 17:40 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Bjorn and Fud Talk with the "new" owners of Paul Bunyan Land and tour Dick Rademacher's amazing collection of antiques in Pioneer Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 15: Camp Du Nord

July 31, 2019 02:02 - 47 minutes - 38.4 MB

Bjorn describes his family's 14 year tradition of camping in beautiful Ely, Minnesota and Fud shares how his beginner's luck has quickly run out on his latest experience with the new boat in Brainerd, MN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 14: The Donovan Bass Master Classic

July 08, 2019 23:59 - 24 minutes - 19.9 MB

Fud and Bjorn hear the rules and traditions of a fishing contest run by Fud's cousin Doug since 1981. Doug's dad Joe, A Gull River pioneer, shares stories from the early days up at the shack, and Fud's Dad explains how he won the bid on his cabin lot for a thousand and one bucks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 13: Cabin Country Favorites

April 16, 2019 19:20 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

Bjorn and Fud compare some of their Cabin Country favorites! From trees and birds to breakfast cereals and soda pop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 12: Yogi's Box

March 16, 2019 16:25 - 49 minutes - 39.6 MB

Snapping turtle soup, catching fish with cigarette butts, and Steve O’Hern’s sure-fire method of cleaning mold off of old lures are but a few topics of conversation between Bjorn, Fud and this episode of Cabin Country’s special guest Yogi. Yogi grew up on Lake Jane in Lake Elmo, Minnesota and has a tackle box with lures dating back to World War One! Find out the value of these old lures as Bjorn and Yogi take their best shots in a guessing match against Steve O’Hern’s appraisal. Watch this ...

Cabin Fever!

March 02, 2019 22:19 - 6 minutes - 5.42 MB

The snow WILL melt... Someday! The best cure for cabin fever is a steady diet of dock time with Bjorn and Fud, talking about cabin memories, old fishing lures, boats, and things to look forward to when the snow finally melts! Watch on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnQbekVGwQQ Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review wherever you Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 11: The Sportsmen's Show 2019

January 30, 2019 21:30 - 53 minutes - 49 MB

In their newest video recorded podcast, Bjorn and Fud share the adventures they had at the 2019 annual Sportsmen's Show before the January deep freeze settled in. Bjorn has his old tackle box appraised by an expert and Fud gets his hand licked by a 20 point buck! Watch on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 10: Vacation Resorts & Paul Bunyan Land

January 24, 2019 20:04 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

Bjorn & Fud remember when vacation resorts were more common in Minnesota than privately owned cabins. Also, visiting Paul Bunyan Land and being scared to death of the giant talking Paul Bunyan statue that magically knew your name! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.