Episode 10: Dr. Ashley Lemke Underwater Archaeologist

What secrets are hiding at the bottom of the Great Lakes? On this episode of The One Off Podcast, we dive into the world of underwater archaeology with Dr. Ashley Lemke, explorer, archaeologist, and professor at UW–Milwaukee. From 9,000-year-old hunting structures beneath Lake Huron to ancient civilizations and long-lost landscapes, we talk about incredible discoveries, the mysteries of our distant past, and what might still be waiting to be found beneath the waves.

Featured nonprofit: The Archaeological Conservancy is the only national, nonprofit organization that identifies, acquires, and preserves the most significant archaeological sites in the United States. Since its beginning in 1980, the Conservancy has now preserved nearly 600 sites across the nation. https://www.thearchcons.org/

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Episode 09: Ava McNaughton Olympic Gold Medalist & UW NCAA Champion

Growing up in a non-hockey family in Pennsylvania, Ava McNaughton found her way to the game and eventually all the way to Olympic gold. We talk with the Wisconsin Badgers goaltender about her unlikely hockey journey, winning two NCAA championships, representing Team USA, and where she stores her gold medal.

Featured nonprofit: The Heat and Housing for Heroes campaign of the Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund helps Veterans and their families who are facing an energy-related emergency or are being forced needlessly into homelessness. http://heat4heroes.org/

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Episode 08: Kitty Dunn Madison Radio Legend

Kitty Dunn spent 33 years on the air at 105.5 Triple M radio in Madison, WI, including five and a half years sharing the airwaves with our own John Urban. We catch up with Kitty to talk about her long run in radio, what it was like working with John, her recent retirement, and her thoughts on the current state of radio.

Featured nonprofit: Greater Madison Resource Community is dedicated to connecting individuals and families with the vital resources they need — and just as importantly, providing hope and compassionate support during life’s most challenging moments. https://www.gmrcmadison.org/

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