Ktown Connects
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193 episodes
at Kenosha Book Festival
Kenosha Book Festival is held across the street from Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave., the third Sunday of the month this summer: May 17th, June 21st, July 19th, August 16th, September 20th, and BOOK-O-WEEN on Saturday, October 31st.
w/Trevor Brooks-Kenosha Coffee Roasters
What do we got brewing here? It’s Trevor Brooks of Kenosha Coffee Roasters! We connect with Trevor and chat about his younger days being mentored by
w/Danny Crucianelli-Old Brown Shoes
From his young years being surrounded by musicians and music lovers, to becoming a child care worker, to summoning the spirit of a pretentious cranky blues musician, we connect with Danny Crucianelli of Old Brown Shoes! Follow Old B...
w/Chuck Nelson - Rustic Road - LIVE!
The final stop of our World Tour 26 brings us to Franks Diner where we sit down with Chuck Nelson, owner of Rustic Road, 5706 Sixth Ave. We talk with Chuck about his previous career, why Kenosha, and dig deep into his love life!
w/Lori & Neva-Pretty Weird - LIVE!
We get weird as we sit down and get to know Lori and Neva – the mother/daughter team behind Kenosha’s newest and most unique vintage shop – Pretty Weird, 4706 Seventh Avenue. From taxidermy of all kinds, odd jewelry, clothing that ...
w/Josh & Rex -Public Brewing Company - LIVE!
We sit down with two of our favorite people at Public Brewing Company – General Manager Rex and Executive Chef Josh for this mini-conversation to talk beer, cheese, and more. Unfortunately, on April 6, 2026, just a few weeks after r...
w/Luke Olson - LIVE!
From vandalizing Dairy Queen to a billion streams! Luke Olson sits down with us for a live appearance at Union Park Tavern to talk about his life and music. As the lead vocalist of the indie-rock band The Walters, Olson saw the group go through...
w/Chelsea - The Final Girl - LIVE!
It’s getting spooky in here, as we connect with Chelsea, the owner and operator of Kenosha’s one and only horror-themed bar – The Final Girl, 7546 Sheridan Road. In addition to the spectacular murals strewn across the bar, five pinball games, a...
w/Braxton Molinaro - LIVE!
As a youngster growing up in Kenosha, Braxton Molinaro discovered his love for theater. A passion that has only grown stronger through time. Braxton has honed his craft from coast to coast and has brought a taste of these high-quality performan...
w/Dino Katris-Mr. Yee's and beyond
Coming from a Greek family with deep restaurant roots, Dino Katris tried to escape his ultimate destiny – but he always came back to restaurants. In just a short time, Dino has become recognized for honoring the legacy of classic eateries while...
w/JJ McAuliffe
What is happening here? Ktown Connects is reaching across the border! We connect with JJ McAuliffe, owner of McAuliffe’s Pub, 3700 Meachem Road in Racine! JJ knew the assignment and he came to talk, so enjoy this super-sized episode...
w/Michelle Pedicone-58 Below
Today we connect with Michelle Pedicone, owner of 58 Below, 504 58th St., home of the best rock and roll stage in Kenosha. We talk to her about growing up in Kenosha, opening the bar with her husband Dom (who passed in 2020), and how she is car...
BLANKFEST 19 - w/Ron Purtee & JJ McAuliffe
On this special episode, we connect with Ron Purtee and JJ McAuliffe to talk about BLANKFEST 19 coming to McAuliffe’s Pub, 3700 Meacham Road in Racine for three days – Friday, December 12th – Sunday, December 14th. Admission is one new or gentl...
w/Rob (Villa D'Carlo) & Kevin (Franks Diner)
It’s time for another KENOSHA CONVERSATION as we reconnect with past guests Rob Greskoviak, owner of Villa D’Carlo, and Kevin Ervin, who owns Frank’s Din...
w/Shad DeLacy-Stitches & Her Clothing
Shad DeLacy has led a life of experiences. Although many downtown shoppers may know him as the salesman/manager for many years at SJ Crystals, Shad has taken numerous paths – both within himself and around the world. Now that Lew Aceto of SJ Cr...
w/Katie Gray-Lakeside Players at the Rhode
Katie Gray grew up with the Rhode theater – quite literally, her father, Jeff Gray, was one of the early members of Lakeside Players! Today, she has been in every corner of the Rhode Center for the Arts and currently serves as President of the ...
w/Rachel & Mike-Kenosha Brewing Company
Fifteen years ago, Rachel and Mike met while working at a little southside gastropub named Bull & Bear! Over the years, Bull & Bear began diving into on-site brewing and evolved into the Kenosha Brewing Company, and this dynamic duo hav...
w/Kevin Mathewson-Kenosha County Eye
Some people love him, some people love to hate him, some people just hate him. But we connect with former Alderman, and the creator of the local news website Kenosha County Eye, Kevin Mathewson. From his young days of partyin...
w/Jackie Niccolai-Kenosha Exposed
Jackie Niccolai has lived a life of ups and downs, good choices and poor choices. After an abusive relationship, she felt that she became a target of a local news website and launched a heavy counterattack in the summer of 2024 which led to a n...
w/Sarah Opatz-Kenozia 'zine
Inspired by the print media of her youth, as well as her art mentors, Sarah Opatz created Kenozia this summer to celebrate local artists of many different mediums. Find free copies of issue #1 of Kenozia (while supplies last)...
w/Robert Carlson-Grow Space Vertical Farms
You might not know it, but chances are you have already enjoyed some of the delicious fresh produce from Grow Space Vertical Farms, 3127 Roosevelt Road. For over the past two years, they have providing some of our local businesses with their pr...
w/Amalia-Wooden Chair Antiques
This week we connect with Amalia “Maya“ Salinas, owner and operator of Wooden Chair Antiques, 5710 Fourth Ave. All her life, Maya has dreamt of owning her own business, and she has finally made her dreams come true in Downtown Kenosha – but the...
Kenosha Conversation w/Chelsea Sallese and Ben Trecroci
It’s time for another Kenosha Conversation as we welcome back two fantastic Downtown Kenosha business owners: Chelsea Sallese of Sallese and Company – the newest salon and boutique in Downtown Kenosha with a focus on enhancing our community by ...
w/Rachel Young-Sipos
Rachel Young-Sipos has a long history here in Kenosha, her family has been here for several generations, dating back to her great-great grandfather Charles Young being the longtime lighthouse keeper in Kenosha. Through the years, R...
w/Frank Carmichael
Behind all the great things Kenosha has to offer, there are many people behind the scenes who bring these things for life. And for over 50 years, Frank Carmichael has been one of those people. From his early days as a popular Tremper student, t...
