He may be known nationwide, but he’ll always belong to Western Wisconsin. This February, Chris Kroeze returns to The Pablo to debut brand-new music and an all-new live show.

Chris joins Kathy Wright to talk about the February 21 premiere, what longtime fans will notice right away, and which new song is his personal favorite. He shares insight into his songwriting process, reveals a surprising admission about his time on The Voice, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the unique space where he recorded his latest project.

Plus, we discuss his continued dedication to veterans and first responders—and why that mission remains at the heart of everything he does.

One of Eau Claire’s true storytellers, BJ Hollars joins the podcast for a conversation spotlighting the Chippewa Valley’s vibrant writing community. A prolific author and the Director of the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild, BJ has shaped countless stories on the page and beyond. He’s also a creative force behind the award-winning documentary Rubber Hit the Road and the upcoming Kings of Kubb—bringing regional voices and Midwest stories to a wider stage.

The creative magic at Pablo Center doesn’t stop at the stage. It lives on the walls, too. Gallery Manager Erika Crotty joins the conversation alongside Teva Dekel of the Confluence of Art Annual to explore the exhibit and the larger gallery program throughout the building. Erika shares how exhibits are curated, how works are selected, and how the collection rotates, while Teva brings his own perspective shaped by a background in fashion and jewelry design and a deep, enduring passion for the arts.