Kallaway on the Rise

Dave & Carly talk with Johnny Knoxville as he discusses his role as the host of the new series Fear Factor: House of Fears, where he guides contestants through their fears and encourages them not to quit. He shares insights into the show's challenges, such as the "pain auction" where contestants face intense physical tasks like getting shocked or having needles stuck in them. Knoxville also shares updates on the upcoming Jackass 5, which will feature a mix of classic bits and new, high-energy stunts directed by Spike Jonze. Throughout the conversation, he touches on his personal experiences with stunts, his numerous injuries, and his transition to a more stylish look curated by his wife.

Commander Greg Wooldridge is a veteran of 27 years in Naval Aviation and has logged 8300 hours, more than anyone in the Navy when he hung up his flight suit. The high point of Greg’s flying career was leading the Navy’s famed Blue Angels a record three times. He is featured in the new documentary “The Blue Angels”. Filmed for IMAX, the immersive footage puts you in the cockpit for a firsthand view of the Blue Angels’ precision flying, while the aerial shots deliver a spectacular showcase of the breathtaking maneuvers that have made them the world’s premier jet team! Let's geek out together with Greg and stories of the incredible Blue Angels...right here!!!

The fantastic & iconic William Shatner has sooo many projects going on..and people...hey...he's in his 90's...totally amazing to talk to him again. Here's our update with his children's book, his documentary, and so much more!!! 

Jack Blades is the co-lead singer, bass player for Night Ranger..and they've created a live album featuring an 80 piece orchestra to do their greatest hits!! It sounds fantastic..with their hits like "You can still rock in America, Don't Tell Me You Love Me, Sister Christian..and more. Here's our conversation on putting all that together...

Terry Virts is aRetiredNASA Astronaut, International Space Station Commander, & Colonel in U.S. Air Force on NASA Spacecraft Nearing 430,000 MPH – A Speed Which Would Take One From San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in 20 Seconds..WOW!!! We chatted about speed in space, the things we're learning about the sun..and how it's effecting our electrical power on earth, satellites, travel, and more...super geek, super informative....

Festival of Trees 2023 is a fantastic event and experience for the entire family...AND EXTRA family you might have in town..the week of Thanksgiving..it'll be set up at the Central Wisconsin Convention and Expo Center..we chatted with Kim Smerda..one of the chief coordinators of the event with details galore including how to get tickets, what all you'll see there...trees and TONS more for a great, great cause!! Listen to our interview with Kim here.....

The play "Finding Nemo Jr" is coming up just in time for Thanksgiving..when you'll have lots of extra family in town!! We talked to director, Cindi Strobel, about the cuteness of this show..and who it's for..get all the ticket info and more here..hope you can see the show!! 

TAMMY FROM THE GRAND!!! She lays out the upcoming shows including "The Hit Men".."The Abba Tribute Show"..and a mention of the legendary country band "The Gatlin Brothers"..we cover these shows, how to get tickets, and what shows are almost sold out!! Check out my interview here...

I first discovered Simon Phillips when he played drums for Toto. I also learned about his time filling in to play drums for the The Who and many others. He's a fabulous drummer to follow online...I learn so much from him..since I'm a drummer too. So this is very "drum centric" but musicians of all sorts should appreciate hearing what he has to say...and YES...he has new music to talk about...listen to my interview with Simon Phillips here...

Mona Marshall is the voice of Kyle's Mom on South Park...how cool is that??? Mona gave us a taste of that..and the many other voices she does in movies like Despicable Me and tons of other great voice parts!! Plus...she does greetings for people on Cameo.com...you hear a lot in this interview!! Especially of you're a South Park fan...ya gotta hear our interview here!!

Matt is the 5 time U.S. Air Guitar Champion and he's going for a 3-peat for the WORLD Air Guitar Championships!! We cover a lot of bases..is it important to look like you're playing guitar..best song to air guitar to..whose your main competition..the works!! Listen to my energetic interview here...

Rick Springfield has been all over our radios for years..his hit "Jesse's Girl" and so many others been great to see in concert..and we have another chance to see Rick August 2nd at the Wisconsin Valley Fair!! Here's my new interview with Rick..we discuss his new "I want my 80's" tour and tons more!!!

We've known Gina Ramsey for a long time..she used to work with the Women's Community..I met her at one of the Hurray For Hollywood events for them..and NOW..she's an author!! Her new book "Burnt Gloveboxes" explores going through life dealing with Murphy's Law! Listen to our interview here....

Dannelle Gay just wrote the book "100 Things To Do In Wisconsin Before You Die"..and Nikki and I have loved going through it..trying to figure out what we've already done..and what we have left to do!! Check out our interview with Dannelle!

Gina Ramsey is the author of the new book "Burnt Gloveboxes"...there is a story behind that title!!! LOL. She talks about living a life of dealing with Murphy's Law..that if something could go wrong..it will go wrong" and how to deal with that. A great read..Gina joined us in studio for the chat...check it out here...

Rueben Studdards and Clay Aiken are coming to the Grand Theater Tuesday May 16th, 2023!! We chatted with these American Idols about that show they were part of being 20 years old now..and how they put a show together they could take on the road!! Tickets avail at 1 (715) 842-0988 or at GrandTheater.Org. Check out our interview with them here....

"WIFC's Problem Solvers had a crazy problem to help out with..a woman called Pet Control on a Fat Guy..because she didn't think he could ever take care of a new dog that he got..she thought it would be abusive to not walk or run the dog like it should and that would be harmful to the animal..the reason..because the guy is fat! You chimed in a LOT..we tried to help with her and also getting her husband on the phone...listen here...

Rob Pope was on quite the mission..in his book "Becoming Forrest" he ran all over the United States..very similar to what Forrest Gump did in the movie..it was over 15,000 miles..took 422 days..and 2 boxes of chocolates..LOL!! Hear Rob's story of WHY he did this..who inspired him to run..where is it harest to run in the U.S...what kind of shoes did he wear and wear out!! All that...listen here...

CURLING IS A HUGE ACTIVITY in Wisconsin!! And now the National Curling Club Nationals come to Wausau...we're geeking out!! It's this week..Thurs-Sunday..here's spokesperson April Rosemurgy with all the details of what's happening..how to get your tickets..and best time to see some kick ass Curling!!

Grae Drake is has turned into the voice of the Oscars for us! She's the former editor for Rotten Tomatoes..one of the key sites to watch for movie reviews and most recently has been the voice of "Ms. MovieFone"..what a job, right?? And now we check out the behind the scenes of the Oscars and who will win this weekend at the Academy Awards!! Listen to our interview here....

Top Chef is such a great show on Bravo. I always look at it as..what if Cooking was combined with a Nascar Pit Stop! It's so fast and unpredictable!! We talked to Canadian Top Chef winner, Dale MacKay, about competing in "Top Chef: World All Stars!!" How do you prep for this, what dish do you secretly hope they want you to make, and we ask about Gordon Ramsey..because Chef Dale got to be his right hand man for several restaurants..and whether he likes "the heat" you can get from Gordon Ramsey...LOL. Listen here....

Legendary Rock n' Roll Hall of Famer from HEART..Nancy Wilson joined us to talk about her and her sister, Ann, getting the Lifetime Achievement Award during Grammy Week coming up. Such an honor and super will deserved!! We had a great discussion about earning that award..about what it takes to rock this long..and how to help new artists get a chance to be the next up and coming artist!! Listen here!!

Miss America is Grace Stanke from right here in Wausau, Wisconsin. We chatted with her prior to the Miss America competition when she was Miss Wisconsin..so we got her back in the studio for all the updated stories since she won the crown for Miss America!!! We cover the experience of winning, what the focus is now for the Miss America organization and what she hopes to accomplish this coming year as Miss America!! Listen to our whole interview here....

The name "Jonas" should catch your ear...from the Jonas brother fame!! Kevin Jonas Sr. is the Jonas Brothers dad..and what a story to tell!! He's been in the music/entertainment business for years..has written songs with artists, he has his own restaurant...and now has a podcast called "Legendary." Hear his story, what it's like to be the Jonas Brothers' Papa and more about his new podcast!! Check out our interview here...

Jonathan Cain is the keyboard player for Journey!! He's written some of their greatest hits including the most downloaded song ever.."Don't Stop Believin'" and many, many more. He was a member of the Babys and Bad English..and with Journey is now a member of the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame. At his core..he follows his faith and God..and that's what you hear in his new Christmas EP. We talked about when he actually found time to record it since Journey just wrapped up an amazing tour. Lots to cover...check out our interview here!!!

Super proud of Jarrod Crooks and Erin Antilla..for finishing up their film "The Big Gift" just in time for the holidays!! We chatted with them about being from Central Wisconsin..featuring a lot of local scenes in this area..featuring one of the iconic downtown Wausau buildings that no longer exsists in the movie..and behind the scenes stories on how hard it was to get this film made!! Hear it all and find out how you can see "The Big Gift" at Cedar Creek Cinema on December 11th...good luck with everything Jarrod and Erin!!! 

Miss Wisconsin is Grace Stanke from Wausau, Wisconsin! It was great to catch her passing through her home town for an in-studio interview and see what all is happening in her life..getting ready for the Miss America pageant in December!! We're so excited for Grace..hear our interview with her here!!

When we do "Problem Solvers" on WIFC..it's a hard to always know the answer..but we try, you try to figure out..Should this guy kick his girlfriend out of his condo...give it a listen...

The iconic William Shatner is always loaded with stories...at 90 years of age..he's not slowing down..and ready for more "UnExplained" shows on the History Channel!! We also asked William about going to space..which he did recently on the Blue Origin rocket..and coming away with a much different experience than most you've heard from who have been to space. We love talking to William Shatner..spend a couple of minutes with Captain Kirk himself...right here...

Phil Rosenthal is the one who created "Everybody Loves Raymond!" He segued nicely into becoming a Foodie Traveler all over the world!! He goes into season 6 of "Somebody Feed Phil" on Netflix and NOW has a book of recipes from his travels!! We had a great time quizing Phil about the recipes...could we make them??? And getting us ready for more Phil on Netflix.....check this out!!!

The very fun Tom Felton joined us...you know.."Draco Malfoy" from Harry Potter Fame!!!! He has a new book out called "Beyond the Wand" and we couldn't wait to ask about wands, and the cast and the actress who pushed him to tell personal stories in his book!! Check this out...

This year's Turkey Trot heads to the 400 Block on Thanksgiving!! Get ALL the info you need for sign up, maps, dogs, and more HERE in this podcast with Ben from United Way's Hunger Coalition!!!

Jay Wasley is the host/Audio and Visual Tech on "Ghost Adventures" on the Travel Channel and Discovery Plus. New episodes are super scary!!! We learned so much and why investigating houses, prisons, etc are better left to the experts!! Listen to our interview here....

Ever seen CenterStage before??? The talent will blow your mind..but not your wallet...they do free shows at the Grand..and they will be there this weekend!! We learned what CenterStage is all about..some singing stories..and when to see their shows this weekend!!!

"Frozen Alone" is on the History Channel and features Callie Russell and others..who try to survive bitter cold out in the middle of nowhere..and if they do..they could win $500,000. In our interview we asked about what you can bring with you..what she needed to be ready for..and how long do you have to stay out in the wilderness...alone??? Listen to our podcast here..and get the details about Callie speaking at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee soon about her experiences!!!

Why is it so important that you get involved with the Northstar Restoration Golf Outing??? Because it helps Firefighters help others. When someone goes through the tragedy of fire..fire fighters have been helping get those families back on their feet a number of ways. Here's our interview with Jay from Northstar and fire fighters with the details....

They call her "Hot Mess" and she's the National Champion Air Guitarist of the year!! NOW..the plan is to go compete internationally in the Global Air Guitar Championships in Finland!! We asked Hot Mess about what it takes to win, what song will she use, the stuff judges are watching for and how to see the competition..because they are going to be streaming it!! Here's our interview with Hot Mess....

He's Cayden Kershaw..he's local..and he's in the "Mullet Championships 2022!! How exciting..the chance to win $1000 and sunglasses..the voting is happening now..this week!! Check out what it takes to enter a mullet competition and how you can vote for Cayden!! Here's our interview with him....

We interviewed former lead singer from HYDE..Sidney Rose..about her upcoming awesome event.."The Silent Disco" at the Great Dane in Wausau. It's November 26th..but WHAT...A SILENT DISCO??? What does that mean?? How is it a party if it's silent??? Why is it soooo frickin' cool?? And how do you get tickets??? All the answer are right here in our interview...enjoy and please, please come to the Silent Disco...I'm one of the DJs!!!!

THEE Lead Singer for 38 Special..was awesome to catch up with Don Barnes!! He's on the road and coming our way..38 Special plays the Wisconsin Valley Fair August 4th..sponsored by WIFC. We covered the formula to 38 Special songs..dealing with summer weather..and the difference between Fair, Arena, and Bar crowds!! Check out our interview with Don Barnes here....

Joey Chestnut is the World Record holder for eating the most hotdogs..plus several other competitive eating records...like chicken wings and many more!! We chatted with Joey has he gets ready to defends the Nathan's Hot Dogs Chamionship Eating Contest on the 4th of July!! Here's our conversation with Joey....

We sooo take it for granted...having TV and Internet..well Tom's is on the blink since our storms last week..and STILL won't have it for another week..what do ya do??? And Lorenzo Cain fans will be happy with how the Brewers parted ways with him..they did a nice thing..you have to hear about this! Here's our "6:20am Round Table" from Kallaway On The Rise this morning on WIFC!!!

You rarely if ever hear about a National Park being shut down..but Yellowstone is shut down due to major rain and flooding out there. We discuss what could happen now and what does it really mean to have an "Off Day" in Brewer Baseball...this is "The 620" from Kallaway On The Rise!!

A quicky update on our Milwaukee Brewers!! So good to hear Tom King's solution to fans always saying online to "fire everyone"..which gets out of hand whenever the Brewers go through a losing streak..LOL. Check out the status update on the Brew Crew here in our 6:20am segment!!

For streaming shows...wow..Stranger Things on Netflix is at a new level of scary!! It's a great ride..great series..great cast...BUT WHOA..we talk about why you should never let your kids see it!! Also..did you hear what AmFam Field is doing that's super just like the "Deer District" down at the Fiserv Forum for the Milwaukee Bucks?? It will be confusing for sure...LOL...check out our 6:20am segment here...

Is it tick season in the northwoods??? We have a personal report on that from Tom King..who spent the last 3 days up there..and cake...yes...cake galore for Nikki's birthday weekend who she shares with a very important person in her life..check out our 6:20am segment here....

Marshfield is celebrating their Summer Kick Off Weekend with June Dairy Breakfasts and sooooo much more! Thought I'd catch up with a few people in the know there while I broadcasted on Wenzel Plaza in their awesome town!! Find out what all they have planned this weekend in my interviews here....

It made sense to take the backroads to where you were going for Memorial Day Weekend..and why would you trade the best relief pitcher in baseball?? Brewer Fans would like that to happen...we're not sure why!! Hear our 6:20am break here...

Memorial Day Traffic, the incredible book idea that "what if you could be taken back in time to see a concert from an artist that's not around anymore..WOW"..and the Brewers and racing schedule for the weekend!!! Listen to our 6:20am Break here!!

I think working band members will appreciate the "We do our work and then we want to go home" attitude you hear in Timothy B. Schmidt's voice..the long time bass player and singer with the Eagles! He talks about the recent tour with more changes within the legendary band..and how he was able to put a solo album together with tons of names you know who are featured on his album!! Check out our interview here...