

Friday, April 29, 2011
Friday 4/29 Live Blog

CBS News correspondent Erin Moriarty joined us to talk about a 30-year-old Wisconsin murder case that is the focus of a new 48 Hours Mystery. See the episode entitled "Last Chance for Justice" tomorrow evening on CBS.
Rob Reischel from the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel stopped by to talk Packers and, more specifically, Aaron Rodgers: Leader of the Pack. Pick up Rob's new book and get an intimate portrait of a Super Bowl MVP.
PGA golfer John Daly is the focus of his ex-wife Sherrie's new memoir, Teed Off. Sherrie gave us an inside look at sex, booze, and gambling on the PGA Tour. For stories that make Tiger Woods look like a Boy Scout, pick up the book now in stores.
The final weekend of April finds Vin Diesel being chased by The Rock in Fast Five, Hayden Panettiere as Red Riding Hood in Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil, and a group of nameless teens heading off to Prom. Get that full list of local movies and showtimes at k107.com.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thursday 4/28 Live Blog

Weekend Buzz found ways for us to wish April a fond farewell, while saying "hello!" to May. Click over to k107.com and the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar for a full list of local events.
Consumer advocate Marc Silverstein joined us with a look at which portable tablet PC is right for you. What are the pros and cons of the iPad, Motorola Xoom, Blackberry PlayBook? Catch Marc on the Fine Living Network and find more advice online.
It's a trunk sale at C.W. Smith Jewelers this Saturday from 9 to 3! Jeanne Weber stopped by with all sorts of deals on bling that happen one day only! Exclamation point!
Take control of your subconscious with Active Dreaming, the new book from Robert Moss. Robert explained how anyone can tap into the power of their dreams with just a little practice.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Wednesday 4/27 Live Blog

As Mother's Day approaches, it's time to do some Bonding Over Beauty with author Erika Katz. Erika gave us a look at her mother-daughter beauty guide that helps foster self-esteem, confidence, and trust.
Dr. Jeff Junig made his monthly visit with details on how some common medications like ibuprofen can actually block the effects of prescription meds like Prozac or Lexapro. Find Dr. J online or plying his trade at Fond du Lac Psychiatry downtown.
Household waste piling up? Compost Joe's to the rescue! Sarah Everson stopped by with ways we can stay tidy and help Old Lady Earth at the same time.
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Tuesday 4/26 Live Blog

Nick-n-Willy's brought us another New Release Tuesday, featuring loads of fun available for download today. Stone Cold Steve Austin wrassles in Knockout, 50 Cent makes change in Blood Out, and Cuba Gooding Jr. looks for the money in Sacrifice. Musical drops are a bit more promising, with new stuff from Bowling for Soup, Emmylou Harris, Florence + The Machine, and Augustana.
Want to lose the love handles or muffin top? Say AMEN! with Dr. Daniel Amen and The Amen Solution. Get the brain healthy way to lose weight and keep it off. AMEN!
Manoush Robin joined us with some Mother's Day chatter and ways to make it memorable. Give mom a high-tech makeover with help from our friends at DailyLounge.com.
Kevin Miller gave us a look at what's what at the Windhover these days. Live music and big fun are always in season. Click over to the Windy website for a listing of events and ticket info.
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Monday, April 25, 2011
Monday 4/25 Live Blog

We observe World Malaria Day today with ways you can help UNICEF fight against the disease that kills a child worldwide every 45 seconds. Click here to act.
Celebrity wedding planner and star of My Fair Wedding, David Tutera joined us with the scoop on how to plan a Royal Wedding of your very own. Avoid the royal fuss, muss, and price tag with tips and trends from David.
Amy from Rogan's Shoes stopped in with this week's featured shoes. Check out the Teva men's or women's Omnium at Rogan's locations in Oshkosh and Fond du Lac, or online at k107.com.
As we wrap up Autism Awareness Month, Dr. Darold Treffert provided his expertise on the autism spectrum and what to look for in your child. Head over to AutismSpeaks.org for more.
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Friday, April 22, 2011
Good Earth Day Friday 4/22 Live Blog

National Plumber's Day comes up this Monday and we got the party started with Carrie from Duluth Trading Co., home of the Longtail T -- the solution to Plumber's Butt. Send an e-card and find more great ways to show love to the plumber in your life!
Former TechTV host Chris Leary shared some Earth Day tips to help protect the world with your everyday essentials. Find more great ways to go green and save money online and at Chris' website.
We wrapped the show and another week with a look at what's in theaters for your Easter weekend. Reese Witherspoon is parched in Water for Elephants, Tyler Perry goes granny in Madea's Big Happy Family, and the documentary African Cats is narrated by Samuel L. Jackson. Click over to k107.com for a full list of local movies and showtimes.
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
Celebrate Plumber's Day this Monday!
The age-old question of How to Hug a Plumber has been solved! Thanks to our friends at Duluth Trading Co., you can now hug your friendly neighborhood plumber with confidence this Plumber's Day -- Monday, April 25th. Watch the video below, then head over to the Duluth Trading Co. website to send an e-card and find more ways to reward the plumbers (and non-plumbers) in your life!
And don't forget to listen in tomorrow morning as Carrie from Duluth Trading Co. joins Jon & Mary in the Morning to get us pumped for Plumber's Day, AND we'll have one of the very stylish Longtail T's to give away!
And don't forget to listen in tomorrow morning as Carrie from Duluth Trading Co. joins Jon & Mary in the Morning to get us pumped for Plumber's Day, AND we'll have one of the very stylish Longtail T's to give away!
Thursday 4/21 Live Blog

Weekend Buzz got us a look at what's what around the South Valley over the next few days. Because of Easter festivities, options are kind of limited, but we still strongly encourage/command you to head over to the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar at k107.com.
(cue the ominous music) It was Beauty Spa Horror Stories that were shared by expert Vicki Southard. Learn the ups and downs of extreme cosmetic treatments before you make the leap into the plastic Fountain of Youth.
Dr. David Dosa shared his tale of the extraordinary gift of an ordinary cat. Making the Rounds with Oscar details Oscar's amazing ability to predict when patients are going to die, a story that made international headlines, and is soon to be made into a movie (with who playing Oscar? Jack Black maybe?).
On our Earth Day Eve, Sandra Steingraber chatted with us about her new book, Raising Elijah. Sandra provided answers on how to protect our children in an age of environmental crisis.
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Wednesday 4/20 Live Blog

Pauley Perrette, who plays Abby on NCIS, joined us to talk about her new project with musician B. Taylor. Look for their new single, "Fire in Your Eyes," available for download soon, and follow Pauley on Twitter @PauleyP.
We dished out our final BIG juicy Easter ham from The Butcher's Block. If you missed your chance at the meat, stop in and see Travis inside the PDQ in North Fond du Lac.
Stephanie Korb from the Fond du Lac Children's Museum stopped by with a look at upcoming summer programs and classes. Sign up before they fill up! Click here or call 920.929.0707.
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Tuesday 4/19 Live Blog

We celebrate Passover with a Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday. The King's Speech leads the charge on DVD, along with Gulliver's Travels, Rabbit Hole, and Glee: Encore. Musical drops will get you new stuff from Gorillaz, The Steve Miller Band, Brian Setzer, and NOW That's What I Call Music! 78.
Jeanne Wagner joined us to talk Arbor Day activities at The Paine. Over 500 area students will gain an appreciation for trees and the environment.
It's been one year since the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and we took a look back at the damage with world-renowned oceanographer Carl Safina. Carl's new book, A Sea in Flames, tells the true story of what happened and what the future holds for the Gulf region.
K107.1 Debt Diva Clarky Davis was in the house with tips for reducing fuel expenses. Very timely! Find more with Clarky at TheDebtDiva.com.
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Monday, April 18, 2011
Monday 4/18 Live Blog

Do we ever run out of pig?!? Yet another massive Easter ham was given away this morning directly from The Butcher's Block inside the PDQ in North Fond du Lac. As always, Travis is the man when it comes to the holiday meats.
Global education leader Clark Aldrich chatted with us about ways to "unlearn" what we know about schools and rediscover education. Find skills that are rarely taught, tested, or graded in Unschooling Rules.
We officially kicked off "If the Shoe Fits" with Amy from Rogan's Shoes. Remember to check out this week's featured shoes at k107.com, and stop by Rogan's in Oshkosh and Fond du Lac for your chance to win a $75 gift card!
An emotional tribute to the departed Celebrity Apprentice Gary Busey took up most of our second hour with all the crying and whatnot. Catch up with Gary's latest adventures at his website.
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Friday, April 15, 2011
Friday 4/15 Live Blog

We all know Noah Webster is the man behind the first dictionary (don't we?), but did you know he was also obsessed with the creation of an American culture? Joshua Kendall joined us with a look back at The Forgotten Founding Father.
We're kicking off "If the Shoe Fits" with Rogan's Shoes this Monday morning -- your chance to win a $75 Rogan's gift card! Listen as we style and profile a new pair of men's and women's shoes every week and see if the shoe fits! Clever, no?
It's off into another movie-filled weekend, with a few new selections in theaters. The birds go wild in Rio, the killer is back in Scream 4, and Abraham Lincoln is shot (spoiler alert) in The Conspirator. Click over to k107.com for a full list of local movies and showtimes.
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
Thursday 4/14 Live Blog

Weekend Buzz shone a little sunlight on some funtastic activities over the next few days in our area. Click over to the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar at k107.com for a full list.
Timothy Appleby introduced us to A New Kind of Monster as detailed in his latest work. The stunning true story of one of the most shocking criminal sprees in Canadian history.
Women's Health presents The New Abs Diet for Women. Editor Ursula Cary shared the secrets of the six pack, including dozens of "powerfoods" recipes.
In the spirit of The DaVinci Code comes the new book from Jeffery Small, The Breath of God. What happened to Jesus of Nazareth between the ages of 12 and 29? Jeffrey shared his theories with us, as well as his thoughts on the meaning of religion in our modern world.
Sarah Cujak joined us in studio to chat wine and a gala five-course wine dinner happening this Saturday at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in downtown Fond du Lac. For dinner details, click here. For dinner reservations, call the Ramada at 920.923.3000.
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Wednesday 4/13 Live Blog

Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Tuesday 4/12 Live Blog

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday got us all entertained and stuff with new DVDs including Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Country Strong. Musical releases include new drops from Foo Fighters, k.d. lang, Paul Simon, Meat Puppets, John Oates(!), and Alison Krauss.
What would you like to change? Is it possible? Is willpower overrated? Al Switzler had some answers for us from his new book, Change Anything.
The clock is ticking toward Tax Day, but it isn't too late to file! CPA Bob Meighan is vice-president of Turbo Tax, and told us how easy and fast it is to still get your paperwork done online.
Christina Haag dated JFK Jr. back in the day and has chronicled her experiences in Come to the Edge. Get a rare look at a young JFK Jr., his adventurous spirit, and his tragic death.
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Monday, April 11, 2011
Monday 4/11 Live Blog

K107.1's personal trainer Lynn Roethke made a visit with her latest Excercise of the Month. Get your sweat on with Lynn at Club Olympia in Fond du Lac.
The countdown to Uncle Sam's payday is on, and we celebrated with the self-proclaimed "funniest tax man in America," Edward Lyon. Find more laughs and last-minute tips with Edward online.
Less than two weeks from Easter means another ham giveaway from The Butcher's Block. Holiday meats are in abundance at The Butcher's Block, located inside the PDQ in North Fond du Lac.
Editor of Real Simple magazine, Kristin van Ogtrop joined us to talk about her new book, Just Let Me Lie Down. Kristin's dictionary for the half-insane working mom is now available in paperback.
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Friday, April 8, 2011
Friday 4/8 Live Blog

And Sings My Soul, a benefit concert for Leslie Lemke, comes to Marian University next Friday, April 15. Leslie is a savant with a gift for playing the piano, and has been studied by the world-renowned Dr. Darold Treffert. The good doctor joined us to talk about savant syndrome, Leslie's life and talents, and why a benefit is needed. For tickets, email Kathy at Marian or visit them online.
Travel Expert Rudy Maxa talked summer hot spots. Never too early to find those great travel deals that won't break the bank. Find some of Rudy's favorite deals here and here.
Talkin' big new movies as we head into the weekend. Russell Brand is Arthur, James Franco and Danny McBride are off on a quest in Your Highness, sharks attack teen girls in Soul Surfer, and teen girls become assassins in Hanna. Get a full list of local movies and showtimes at k107.com.
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Thursday, April 7, 2011
Thursday 4/7 Live Blog

Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Wednesday 4/6 Live Blog

Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Tuesday 4/5 Live Blog

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday found a little entertainment in stores and on download today. DVD newbies include Little Fockers, Tron: Legacy, I Love You, Phillip Morris, and The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Musical drops feature new stuff from Jim Jones, The Kills, and Hollywood Undead.
We wrapped up our Holiday Mazda March Mania, making our buddy Juan a winner of the 37" Vizio HDTV. Juan was the lucky contestant holding UConn, squeeking by Craig, who had Butler. Thanks again to all of our contestants, and don't forget the Zoom-Zoom continues at Holiday Mazda on Rolling Meadows Drive in Fond du Lac. Myra Goodman returned to the show to talk recipes for delicious food and a healthy planet. Her latest work, The Earthbound Cook, features 250 recipes made using greener, smarter choices. The new program called "Sud's Club" was discussed with Mary Bartelt and Ryan Scheel. Leadership Fond du Lac is gathering common toiletry items to distribute among the area Boys & Girls Club. Call 920.924.0530 x351 for details. Follow Jon & Mary on Twitter! @carson1071.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Monday 4/4 Live Blog

Friday, April 1, 2011
April Fools' Day 4/1 Live Blog

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