I Love Madison Show
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsEver wonder why so many people love Madison, Wisconsin? Are you curious why they fell in love with this capital city, sitting on an isthmus? Then you've come to the right place, this show is just for you. It doesn't matter if you're brand new to town or a long time resident looking for new adventures, the I Love Madison Show will help you get connected to the people, places, and events in this town, that speak to your lifestyle.
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Neil Goes To Badgerville, Marissa Degroot From Dane County Humane Society Joins Us,We Recap The 2nd ILM Meetup, And This Round Of The ILM Food Tournament Is Down To Three! EPISODE #35
September 25, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBThis episode of the I Love Madison show is packed with cute puppies (seriously), tasty food and drinks, badger team spirit, meetups, and motivation to explore the fit side of Madison! Neil and Caleb recap the last ILM Meetup at the AC hotel, and Marissa Degroot from the Dane County Humane Society makes a guest appearance to talk about Dogtoberfest and how the community can get involved at DCHS! Neil goes to Badgerville! Free and open to the public, the tailgate event presented by Johnson...
The Madison Ironman Race Was A Huge Success, The MKE Misfits Make An Appearance At The ILM Meetup, And The Food Tournament Is Down To The Final Four! EPISODE #34
September 11, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBOn this fantastic episode of the I Love Madison Show, the guys prepare to capture all the inspiration and energy of the Madison Ironman, The MKE misfits make an appearance at the second ILM Meetup, and the last battle to find Madison’s best fish fry rages on! This episode also highlights several local events coming up, including networking events, meetups and training for business leaders looking to increase their footprint online! “You Are An Ironman!” The IRONMAN Wisconsin continues to...
Badger Football Is Back, The MKE Misfits Are Headed Here, The Madison Food Tournament Is Down To The Final 4, And Caleb Laments His Horrible Golf Game, Episode #33
August 28, 2018 12:00 - 23 minutes - 18.9 MBThe summer is almost over, but that doesn’t mean Madison is slowing down! Badger football is back, and as fans are out in force, you can expect to see Neil and Caleb crisscrossing the city to capture the excitement! The Taste of Madison is happening September 1st at the Capital, the Madison Ironman race is coming up, and the Madison Food Tournament is down to the final four contestants! If you are new to the area or have lived here a long time, listen to this episode of the I Love Madison sh...
Join Us For The I Love Madison Meetup, Vote On Your Favorite Fish Fry,The Search for Jill Schneider Continues, And Madison Is Breaking World Records! EPISODE #32
August 07, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBLike a summer in Madison, this episode is packed with all sorts of great things for you to enjoy! The ILM team is hosting the first Madison Meetup LinkedIn Local event, there is a new winner for the Madison Game of Magnets, and the Food Tournament is in full swing as the city of Madison searches for the best Fish Fry! Neil and Caleb also highlight the “fit” side of Madison, as Neil prepares for a health challenge, and Caleb dreams of getting swole. If you are looking for local places to eat,...
Caleb Takes On The Madison Mallards, Art Fair On The Square Was A Huge Success, And We Road Trip To Milwaukee! EPISODE #31
July 24, 2018 12:00 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBThis week, Caleb takes on the Madison Mallards, Neil and Caleb post a new Vlog for you to enjoy, as well as travel to Milwaukee to hang out with Quentin Allums, a LinkedIn influencer! The guys also highlight several local events, including the Art Fair On The Square, La Fête de Marquette, and the Madison Crossfit Games! Summer is in full swing here in Madison, and the I Love Madison show is here to help you enjoy it! Caleb Vs. The Madison Mallards Neil is always looking for new ways to c...
The Madison Crossfit Games Are Extending Their Stay, Caleb Wears Capris, And The Host Vs. Host Challenge Escalates! EPISODE #30
July 10, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 27.3 MBWelcome to another great episode of the I Love Madison show! Neil Mathweg and Caleb Jahr are back in the studio to bring you the best that Madison has to offer! If you live in Madison, you will recognize all the great events that are mentioned, like Concerts on the Square, the Madison Crossfit Games, Art Fair On the Square and many more! You will also recognize a few places mentioned, like Graze and Metcalf Market. If you are new to the area, this show will provide all the inspiration you ne...
The 2018 USA Yoga National Championships Are Coming To Madison, With Rob Gard, EPISODE #29
June 27, 2018 00:00 - 46 minutes - 37.4 MBMadison always has an event going on, but it can be hard to know where to go or what events you should choose! Not to worry, the hosts of the I Love Madison Show will be your guides to all of the fun, funny and delicious things to things to find in Madison. On this episode, the hosts Neil Mathweg and Caleb Jahr highlight a few of the events in Madison for you to enjoy, like the Madison Food Tournament, The Game of Magnets, and the 2018 USA National Yoga Championship! What’s happening aroun...
Hockey, Cows, Cheese Curds, and Bucky On Parade: Welcome To Madison, With Kate Dale, EPISODE #28
June 12, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBIf you haven’t listened to the I Love Madison Show lately, you haven’t listened to the I Love Madison Show! Episode 28 may go down as the historic episode “where it all started…” Caleb Jahr joins the show as a regular host, alongside Neil Mathweg, and the show has a whole new format for you to enjoy! Laugh along as Caleb recounts his experience of taking on a bunch of professional hockey players at the Capitol Ice Arena in the Caleb vs. Madison segment, find out where you can get your magnet...
Tracey Hasz Is A Social Connector Who Wants To Help You Flourish In Madison, EPISODE #27
May 29, 2018 12:00 - 38 minutes - 31.2 MBIf you are new to the Madison area, we hope this episode will be a total blessing to you! This week, Neil interviews two Madison residents who moved here by chance, and are not just surviving, but thriving! Here in this city on an isthmus, we want to connect people to great communities, business networks, and groups that love to do the same things as you! As you will hear on this episode, there is no excuse not to flourish in a community as vibrant and connected as Madison, Wisconsin! RISE...
Lights, Camera, Madison!: A Lifestyle Snapshot With Ruthie Hauge, EPISODE #26
May 15, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBRuthie Hauge, an award-winning photographer joins us today to give us a snapshot of what it’s like living in Madison! Ruthie’s roots are in photojournalism and art. After graduating from Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, where she majored in photography and minored in drawing, she launched her photography business and in 2006, and was hired as a Staff Photographer by Sun-Times Media. She has an impressive resume of places she has traveled and famous people she has photographed, including ...
The Piano Gal Is Here To Connect The Community Through Music, EPISODE #25
May 08, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MBOnce again, the I Love Madison team is back with another great episode that highlights the amazing community of Madison, Wisconsin! In the “On Mission” segment, Chris Sorensen talks with a foster care champion about her family's experience of helping to love and nurture foster care kids in the community. Her story is an inspiring one! You'll enjoy hearing the perspective of a brand new resident in the “My Move” segment from Chris Reese, then Neil Mathweg interviews The Piano Gal Marta Hensen...
The Happy Bambino Is Here To Make Your Parenting Journey A Little Easier, With Sarah Smith, EPISODE #24
May 01, 2018 12:00 - 42 minutes - 34.2 MBIf you are a mom in the Madison area, you need to listen to this episode! Ashley Jacobs interviews Sarah Smith from Happy Bambino, a pregnancy and early parenting resource center here in Madison that is helping parents connect, learn and explore alongside other parents. They say “it takes a village,” so Happy Bambino’s mission is to create that village, so to speak. This episode also features an interview with David Lippiatt, the founder of WE International, an organization that is transform...
Donald Driver Shares 3 Secrets To Live Your Best Life, The Princeton Club Needs Your Help To Change Lives Locally And Globally, And The “Wonder Women” Are Here To Save The Day, EPISODE #23
April 24, 2018 12:00 - 42 minutes - 34.1 MBWelcome to this incredible episode of the I Love Madison Show! Today’s show is a rare treat, featuring several outstanding guests. Former Green Bay Packer and Dancing With The Stars Champion Donald Driver joins the show to talk about how determination, discipline, and drive can help you live your best life! Andy Haugen, the president of the Princeton club also joins the show to talk about two life-changing missions that you can support here in Madison, and the “Wonder Women” Carrie Anton and...
This Madison Startup Is Revolutionizing How Undiscovered Artists Share Their Music, With Max Fergus And Elijah Isenberger, EPISODE #22
April 17, 2018 12:00 - 22 minutes - 18.2 MBThere are always exciting things happening in the city of Madison! Think of the I Love Madison show as your tour guide to all of the great places this city on an isthmus has to offer! If you are looking for great food, outstanding entertainment, outdoor recreation activities, business connections or just a community to call home, look no further than Madison, Wisconsin! On this episode, host Neil Mathweg interviews two Madison Start-up entrepreneurs who are revolutionizing how undiscovered a...
Madison Moms Get A Day Off, With Ashley Jacobs, EPISODE #21
April 10, 2018 12:00 - 26 minutes - 21 MBThe I Love Madison Show is your one-stop shop to discover the best that Madison, Wisconsin has to offer! The hosts will be your guides to find the best meetups, restaurants, networking groups, festivals, concerts and community events you don’t want to miss! If you are new to the area or you have lived here your whole life, there is something for you! This week, Ashley Jacobs joins Neil Mathweg on the show to talk about an event she is planning that caters to hard-working moms in the area! ...
One Introvert & Trailing Spouse Shares How She Is Connecting In Madison,With Aubree Javaherian EPISODE #20
April 03, 2018 12:00 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBMadison, Wisconsin is often described as a “big small city.” There are hundreds of places to visit, no matter what kind of adventure you are looking for. Do you want to hit the downtown scene for some amazing restaurants and live music? Madison can help. Are you looking for ways to connect with other business professionals? The business community in Madison is thriving, and would love to connect with you! It’s a big city, but a small community! On today’s episode, the team is back to bring y...
Connect To Your Community Via LinkedIn With Cathy Yerges, EPISODE #19
March 27, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MBIf you are looking for great places to eat, community events, business connections and recreational activities around Madison, WI, then you have come to the right place! The I Love Madison Show wants to help you connect to all of the great people and places this city has to offer. On today’s episode, Chris Sorenson highlights an amazing foundation that is working tirelessly to support the adoption of older orphans from Europe, Chris Reese interviews Nick Lenzendorf, a Madison local who recen...
Nobody Does Play Better Than The Madison Children’s Museum, EPISODE #18
March 20, 2018 12:00 - 43 minutes - 34.8 MBThe hosts from the I Love Madison show want you to experience all of the amazing restaurants, shops, museums, theaters, parks and culture that Madison has to offer! They also want to make sure you get connected to a thriving community of people who dream big, play hard and love sharing life together in Madison! Today, Chris Sorenson highlights an amazing organization that is working to address the problem of homelessness for single moms and their children in the community, and Neil Mathweg i...
Eric Baillies Is Using Antique Photography To Inspire Wonder And Connect People In Madison, EPISODE #17
March 13, 2018 12:00 - 47 minutes - 38 MBThis episode of the I Love Madison show is packed with heartwarming content from all over the city! Chris Sorensen highlights an amazing mission organization that regularly meets to serve people a free meal, Chris Reese interviews a local mom who moved into the community with her husband to plant a church, and Neil Mathweg reconnects with an old friend who is using 19th century photography methods to inspire wonder and creativity, and connect the community in Madison. Thanks for listening, t...
I love Monroe Street, with Laura Strickland, EPISODE #16
March 05, 2018 13:00 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MBThis week on the I Love Madison show, the team is back to highlight several great places around Madison you need to visit, as well as a few individuals who are making an impact in the community! Neil Mathweg says the game of magnets is underway, so don’t forget to check that out! Chris Sorenson invites his parents onto the show for the “Mission” segment to talk about how they are joining in the fight against human trafficking through an organization called Zeteo, then Laura Strickland joins ...
Adam Rostad is building community in Madison through storytelling, EPISODE #15
February 26, 2018 13:00 - 38 minutes - 30.7 MBHighlighting awesome individuals who live in Madison is one of the best parts of the I Love Madison Show, and this week is no different. Neil Mathweg and the team are back with another inspiring episode! If you are looking for great places to eat around Madison, they can help! If you just moved to the city and looking for ways to connect to the community, look no further...On this episode, Neil gives more details on the Madison Food Tournament, as well as the Game of Magnets. Chris Sorenson ...
A Box of Balloons: How Nicole Moll Is Bringing Joy To Kids Across The Nation, EPISODE #14
February 19, 2018 13:00 - 25 minutes - 20.1 MBWelcome back to another great episode of the I Love Madison Show! On this episode, Chris Sorenson highlights how Madison is “on-mission,” and Chris Reese interviews Dan Tinder, a local Madison resident who has a lot to say about why this city is an amazing place to live. Neil Mathweg interviews Nicole Moll, the founder of A Box of Balloons, a non-profit she started to make sure each child feels special and celebrated on their birthday! Check out this I Love Madison episode for all the detail...
Create a Lifelong Foundation of Health And Total Wellness With Tim O’Brien, EPISODE #13
February 12, 2018 13:00 - 20 minutes - 16.4 MBIf you are a regular listener to the I Love Madison Show, welcome back! There is so much great content in this episode you won’t want to miss. If you are a new listener, welcome to the podcast that highlights everything Madison, Wisconsin has to offer! The hosts will keep you well-informed on community meet-ups, the best restaurants to visit, popular outdoor activities like the farmer’s market and area concerts, and a ton of personal and business development events. On this episode, host Nei...
How One Madison Foodie Is Connecting Great People to Madison Restaurants, EPISODE 12
February 05, 2018 13:00 - 32 minutes - 25.7 MBWelcome back to the I Love Madison show, where the goal is to help people living in Madison connect with great businesses, find great places to eat and meet new people! This week we crown the Madison Food Tournament Champion, we explore another awesome Madison meetup and foodie Chris Attaway is in the house from Epicurean Chronicles to talk food with Neil Mathweg! This is one tasty episode you don’t want to miss! How can you get connected in Madison? Moving to a new city can be a tough c...
Women Who Are Actively Advancing Their Careers While Raising Children AKA Boss Moms with Ashley Quinto Powell, EPISODE #11
January 29, 2018 13:00 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBThere is so much going on in Madison, and the team here has all the coverage for you! The Madison Food Tournament final round is coming up, so get ready to have the best hamburger in the city! Also on this episode is a great interview from Neil Mathweg with special guest Ashley Quinto Powell, a Boss Mom, leader, and speaker who is empowering women here in the Madison community. This episode is packed with great stuff you don’t want to miss! Check out the Madison food tournament final round...
Fueling Dream Chasers and Another “My Move” Story, with Chris Rudolph - Episode #10
January 22, 2018 13:00 - 24 minutes - 20 MBAre there people in your life you would consider to be Dream Chasers? You know, those individuals who are motivated to go for it when it comes to some outlandish dream they've concocted? If so, and they live anywhere close to Madison Wisconsin you have got to get them to listen to this episode. Neil talks with Chris Rudolph of the American Family Insurance Dream Bank. Chris calls himself a Dream Curator and his goal is to provide an environment and place that Dream Chasers can go to meet oth...
Eat Your Way Through The City on a Madison Food Tour with Brittany Hammer, Episode 9
January 15, 2018 13:00 - 26 minutes - 21.7 MBWhether you're on the isthmus or strolling down Willy Street, the dining scene in Madison is going to blow you away. There is a remarkably wide range of dining options available, from great diners you can share with the whole family to elegant fine dining perfect for impressing. On this episode of the I Love Madison Show, the focus is all about food! Where can you find the best burger in Madison? Are you wondering where you can find the best burger in Madison? If so, listen to the show. ...
A Trailing Spouse Who Jumped Right Into the Madison Community, Sarah Wells Episode #8
January 08, 2018 13:00 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBIf you haven't heard the term, “Trailing Spouse” it has to do with a family that is forced to move due to a job or relocation and one of the spouses moves early to get things established while the other trails behind, bringing family, household goods, and who knows what else. In Sarah Wells’ case, she followed behind her husband bringing 30 head of cattle! In this episode of I Love Madison, you'll get to hear the trailing spouse story of Sarah Wells, what she has done to get involved in the ...
Celebrating the people of the I Love Madison Show, Episode #7
January 01, 2018 13:00 - 27 minutes - 22.3 MBHappy New Year from the I Love Madison Team! There are several people that are mentioned on the show that you have gotten to know, like Neil Mathweg, Chris Reese, and Chris Sorenson. In this episode, Neil and the crew want to celebrate some of the other people who believe in the I love Madison show. Neil talks with featured guest Caleb Jahr about some new media avenues coming to the show in the near future that will help people get connected. Chris Reese hosts the “My Move” segment, and Neil...
The Amazing People of Madison, Wisconsin with Maurice Cheeks, Episode #6
December 25, 2017 13:00 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBBesides being an amazing place to live, Madison is home to some incredible people. In this episode, Neil and the other hosts highlight some of the amazing people that make Madison tick! If you need more information on the Game of Magnets, listen to this episode for more details. Chris Sorensen performs karaoke for your listening pleasure during the “meetup of the week” segment, Chris Reese connects with a local about what it’s like living in Madison, and Neil Mathweg interviews featured gues...
Start Talking About Talent In A Whole New Way With Disrupt Madison, Wisconsin: Episode #5
December 18, 2017 13:00 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBThere are lots of amazing things happening around the city of Madison, Wisconsin! On this episode of the I Love Madison show, Neil Mathweg talks about the Game of Magnets, as well as the Madison Food Tournament! After the “Meetup of the Week” segment from Chris Sorenson and the “My Move” Segment from Chris Reese, host Neil Mathweg talks with Coreyne Woodman-Holoubek and Laura Gmeinder from Disrupt Madison on their new approach to HR conferences! This episode is packed with great stuff, so ma...
Impacting Lives Through MAVAN with Leah Roe, Episode #04
December 11, 2017 13:00 - 29 minutes - 23.4 MBWelcome back to the I Love Madison show! If you are new to Madison, this show will help you connect to all the cool places and people around the city. If you are a long-time resident of Madison, you know it’s an amazing place to live! This episode is loaded with information on local meetups, restaurant suggestions, and community events! Neil Mathweg also interviews Leah Roe to talk about how she is impacting military spouses and professionals with her new startup! Connecting the “trailing ...
Networking Events in Madison WI with Diana Lawinger, Episode #03
December 04, 2017 13:00 - 31 minutes - 25.4 MBWelcome to Episode 3 of the I Love Madison Show! The launch last week was successful, with tons of Madison residents excited about the show, the connection events around town and the upcoming events in January! This week, Neil Mathweg interviews guest Diana Lawinger, the “Godfather” of the I Love Madison Show to talk about business networking events in the Madison area. Chris Sorenson shares the “Meetup of the Week,” and Chris Reese interviews guest John McNary, who shares how he transitione...
Escaping Adulthood with Jason Kotecki, Episode #02
November 27, 2017 13:01 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBWelcome back to the I Love Madison show, where the goal is to help people living in Madison connect with great businesses, interests and other people! There is so much in this episode that you don’t want to miss! Neil Mathweg talks more about I Love Madison and the new ideas he is implementing, then features guest Jason Kotecki from Escape Adulthood to talk about the Adultitis Epidemic. Chris Sorenson shares a great meetup of the week, and Chris Reese talks to a local resident about his rece...
New Connections, Places, and Events: Welcome to I Love Madison! Episode #01
November 27, 2017 13:00 - 15 minutes - 12.1 MBIt’s time to get this party started...It’s time to launch the I Love Madison Show! Host Neil Mathweg explains how the idea for the “I love Madison Show” came from talking with local business owners and realizing that it was hard for people moving into the city to connect. Additionally, Neil talks about how hard it is for “trailing spouses,” the spouse who may not be working or is a stay at home mom, to connect to the local community. The purpose of “I love Madison” is to provide information ...