In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore. We’ll be talking with Tom Murray, author of The Empty Set. He’ll talk about what went into writing this book. Tom will be at Sweet Reads this Saturday September 5th from 11 until 1.

Then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter. Today we’ll be talking about the issues around banned books.

And I will also be at Austin Utilities to talk about all the upgrading work being done this summer and also the 10th anniversary of being in their building out at Todd Park.

I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.

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In this edition of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast, in the City of Austin segment, I’ll be talking with Interim City Administrator Dave Unmacht. A preliminary budget levy for the city has been set at 7.5%. We’ll talk about what that means and what happens next.

And I’ll have some community calendar events for the upcoming week.

I am always looking for interesting people to talk with and stories to tell. If you know of an interesting person, an event, or even just a good story, Let me know, I am always open to any and all of your suggestions.

You can reach me by email at wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can also shoot me a quick text message. The dedicated text number is 507-222-9595. Or you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office by dialing 507.437.4563. I promise to respond to all email, texts, and messages.

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In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo, at Sweet Reads Bookstore, about this upcoming weekend. The center of Austin will be filled with all the activities of the 15th Austin Artworks Festival.

Then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter. There are some very exciting programs coming up at the library and we’ll share how you can keep up to date with all that is happening.

I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.

Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.

Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.

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In this episode of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast, I’ll be talking with Neil Georgen, Shop Supervisor at the city garage. We’ll talk about the work that the shop does to keep city equipment running.

And I’ll have some community calendar events for the upcoming week.

As the Wright Here, Right Now podcast works its way into the third season, I am always looking for interesting people to talk with and stories to tell. If you know of an interesting person, an event, or even just a good story, Let me know, I am always open to any and all of your suggestions.

You can reach me by email at wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can also shoot me a quick text message. The dedicated text number is 507-222-9595.

Or you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office by dialing 507.437.4563. I promise to respond to all email, texts, and messages,

Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.

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In this episode I’ll be at Discover Austin visiting with Nancy Schnable. Joining us will be Kelsey Ritchie, Jenna Viehauser, and Bonnie Rietz. We’ll be talking about the Austin Artworks Festival and the showing of a very special documentary.

Then I’ll visit Jay C. Hormel Nature Center to talk with Director Luke Reese about the new paving at the Nature Center and the groundbreaking for the new nature playscape.

I’d like to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.

And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.

Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.

Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.

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In this episode I’ll be visiting with Lisa Deyo at Sweet Reads Bookstore and talking by phone with author Rob Zahn. We’ll talk about his book, “LSD to Galilee” and also the author talk he will be part of this Saturday at Sweet Reads

Then at the Austin Public Library I’ll talk with Julie Clinefelter. A large project just started outside the library this week to help spruce up the area. We’ll talk about it in just a few moments.

I would like to take a quick moment to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Thank you for liking and following the podcast. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. They might not even be aware that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is very powerful. Or even share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.

Also, I would like to hear from you! Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.

Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.

Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.

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In this episode I’ll be talking with Jason Sehon, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry along with Mark Bliese from the Austin Enhancement Group. The last High Water Music series event is taking place this Thursday. We’ll fill you in on all the details.

I will also share with you a conversation with Carol Callahan, the 2026 Fair Person of the year. Any time you have stepped into the Creative Arts building at the Mower County Fair you’ve probably met Carol. We’ll talk about her long history at the fair.

I’d like to thank you for being a large part of the success of the Wright Here, Right Now podcast. Your support through the last two years, whether it has been through downloading each episode, sharing kind words, comments and suggestions has been very encouraging. However, there is still plenty of room for growth. Please recommend the Wright Here, Right Now podcast to your friends. Let them know that we are here. Show them how easy it is to find and download each episode. Your personal recommendation is incredibly powerful. Another simple thing that you could do is share a post about the podcast on your social media. Together we can keep this locally produced community based podcast going.

And I would like to hear from you! Your feedback is important. Feel free to email your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to wrighthererightnow7@gmail.com.

You can always text your thoughts, comments, and suggestions to 507-222-9595.

Or if you prefer you can call and leave a message at the Discover Austin office at 507.437.4563.

Thanks for choosing the Wright Here, Right Now podcast.

www.AustinMN.com