- Turns Out People Like Badly Wrapped Gifts Even More
- Humor in the Headlines
- Best of the Week
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WWIB/WOGO Podcasts
Friday, October 31, 2025
10/31/25 Morning Show Highlights!
10/30/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Why Jesus is WAY Greater than Politics/Politicians; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 20-Malachi- Beneath Your Doubt You Long for Me"
- Audio Connects from Many Listeners Including Keith in Owen, Vicki in Eau Claire, Randy in Stanley, Linda in Chippewa Falls, Julie in Eau Claire, and Todd in Rice Lake
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
10/29/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Steer Clear of Doomscrolling; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 19-Believe What You Cannot See"
- "Dying to Reach You"--Point of Grace
- Win It, Wednesday: Rounds 1 & 2- Congrats to Christy in Eau Claire for knowing 18 million VCR's are still in use around the world
- Heart Health
- October Connect from our former intern, Clint Berge
- Pumpkins: Fact or Fiction--Greg Steward vs. Michelle Johnson
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
10/28/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: 18-Inning World Series Game: TIH; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 18-Habakkuk: You Must Stumble Before You Dance"
- Audio Connect from Caleb in Fairchild
- Sharing 3 Listener Letters
- The Final Five Stories for "Home for the Holidays"
- Tuesday Trivia: 18 Million of What are in use around the world?
Monday, October 27, 2025
10/26/25 CVTW: SAFE Groups; Rescued & Redeemed; Warren Petryk
Chippewa Valley This Week
In our opening segment we get a report from last week's Youth Advocacy Training of 135 middle and high school students from Eau Claire county. The students from 14 SAFE(Students Advocating for Excellence) groups participated in a day-long training about mental health, substance abuse prevention, and more. Eau Claire Memorial Junior, Andrew Mc Donald, and Eau Claire City-County Community Health Educator, Kate Torkelson, tell us about SAFE groups and the training.
We also hear from Rescued & Redeemed Co-Founder & Executive Director, Sali Bluse, about their 6th Annual Fundraising & Awareness Event, "Everlasting Hope," restoring lives impacted by sex trafficking being held Nov. 1st from 6-8:30pm at Calvary Baptist Church in Eau Claire.
Finally, Warren Petryk talks with us about his Nov. 9th 3pm concert at Spirit Lutheran church in Eau Claire. Billed as an evening of music celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas, there'll also be a special salute to our U.S. military veterans in honor of Veterans Day.
10/27/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- "God's Love Letters to You: Day 17-Jonah: I Demand Your Cooperation"
- Text Connection from Shelly, Chetek
- Weekend Recap
- Drawing for the Grand Prize for the Ultimate Cheesehead Contest--Congrats to our winner, Liz Falkner of Menomonie
- Careers that Accelerate Aging
- Commonly Mispronounced Words
- Our Brains Decide Quickly about Food
Friday, October 24, 2025
10/24/25 WIAA Division 1 Playoff Football: #1 Waunakee 28, #8 Chippewa Falls 21 (OT)
After punching their ticket to the postseason, the Chippewa Falls Cardinals (4-6, 3-4 Big Rivers Conference) drew an 8 seed in the tournament, meaning they faced a long road trip and a battle with a perennial powerhouse in Waunakee.
The Warriors (10-0, 7-0 Badger - Large Conference) went three and out on their opening possession, but snatched some momentum back after a special teams penalty gave them a first down. Shortly thereafter, a Waunakee fumble turned the tide back the way of the Cardinals, who later scored the game's opening touchdown and would never trail in regulation.
After a back-and-forth contest, the game dramatically entered an extra frame, and the home team did just enough in overtime to prevent a stunning upset. The Cardinals' season came to an end, but their effort undoubtedly earned the respect of everyone who witnessed it.
Junior Talen Shilts led the way on offense, rushing for a career-high 200 yards on the night, while sophomore Ryan Zenner was a force on D.
THANK YOU to the amazing community of business sponsors making these broadcasts possible:
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Toycen Ford of Chippewa Falls!
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Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine!
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Holly Bowe of Coldwell Banker Brenizer Realtors!
The Czech Law Office - Dave Czech, Attorney!
Nicolet Bank!
Post Glass and Mirror of Chippewa Falls!
Stelter Incorporated!
Wiersgalla Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning!
Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service!
Ashley Construction!
Kelm Law Firm!
River Country Co-op!
Wisconsin Surplus Auctions!
Mower Sperry Insurance Agency!
Post Glass & Mirror!
Grace Home Respiratory!
10/24/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Today in History; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 16-Daniel: When You're Ready to Meet Me"
- Reading a Great Listener Letter from Virgil & Linda in Whitehall
- Best of the Week
Thursday, October 23, 2025
10/23/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Today in History; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 15, Jeremiah: I Will Rescue You"
- Reading 3 Listener Letters
- Try It Again, Thursday: Congrats to 11 year old, Evelyn in Fall Creek, who won $25 in Wooden Nickels for C&J's Candy Store & Scoop Shop for knowing 150 people a year seek medical attention for injuries sustained trying to open a yogurt container
- Cheese Really is Addictive
- Audio Connection from Sherry in Osseo
- Pictionary is 40!
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
10/22/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Dealing with Burdens and Anxiety; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 14-Song of Songs: Come to My Feast of Love"
- Thanks to Mary for Making Her "Cookie Connection"
- Win It, Wednesday: Rounds 1-4(only the first two in the podcast)
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
10/21/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Listener Letters; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 13-Psalms, The Stakes are High"
- There's a New Pineapple!
- Why do We Touch Our Face 800 Times a Day?
- Tuesday Trivia: Rounds 1-3
Monday, October 20, 2025
10/19/25 CVTW: Sen. James vs. Sen. Smith in the 31st; Oper. Christmas Child
Chippewa Valley This Week
State Senator Jesse James(R-Thorp) talks about the Thursday announcement that he's returning to Altoona at the end of his term representing the 25th district to run against State Senator Jeff Smith(D-Eau Claire) in the 31st State Senate District. He also responds to comments Smith made about missed hospital closure and PFAS funding.
We also hear from the Chippewa Valley's Operation Christmas Child Church & Community Relations Coordinator, Karen Biel, about the opportunity to pack shoeboxes for kids that will be delivered all over the world.
Sunday, October 19, 2025
10/17/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Halvo & Mrs. Halvo's 27th Anniversary; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You: Ezra: You will Make it to My Party"
- Ultimate Cheesehead Contest(Al, Tilden)
- Humor in the Headlines
- Best of the Week
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10/18/25 WIAA 8-Player Playoff Football, Level 1: McDonell 62, New Auburn 13
In their playoff opener, the McDonell Macks (8-1, 6-1 North Central - East Conference) got an early stop and promptly scored on their first play from scrimmage - and never looked back.
The Trojans (5-5, 4-3 North Central - West Conference) battled, but could not keep pace with the potent McDonell attack, as multiple players scored two or more touchdowns.
WOGO "RadioActive" Award Watch:
Senior RB Dawson Moulton scored twice on the ground and caught a touchdown pass while also recording an interception, and fellow senior RB/LB Eli Stepp also tallied two rushing TDs. Senior QB Cael Holm threw for 4 touchdowns, three of them to junior WR Luke Andersen..
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Toycen Ford of Chippewa Falls!
Quality Propane and Fuels!
Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine!
Royal Credit Union!
Holly Bowe of Coldwell Banker Brenizer Realtors!
The Czech Law Office - Dave Czech, Attorney!
Nicolet Bank!
Kurth Heating and Cooling!
Stelter Incorporated!
Wiersgalla Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning!
Ashley Construction!
Kelm Law Firm!
River Country Co-op!
Wisconsin Surplus Online Auctions!
Mower Sperry Insurance Agency!
Post Glass & Mirror of Chippewa Falls!
Grace Home Respiratory!
Fries Financial Group!
Friday, October 17, 2025
10/17/25 Football: Chippewa Falls 36, Menomonie 6
On the road in Williams Stadium, where they had not won since 2007, the Chippewa Falls Cardinals (4-5, 3-4 Big Rivers Conference) faced not only the regular season and conference finale, but also a do-or-die game for their postseason chances.
The Mustangs (4-5, 2-5 BRC), moved the ball effectively early in the contest and eventually scored the game's first touchdown to taka a 6-0 lead. The Cards battled back, knotting the game at six heading into halftime, with Menomonie set to receive the second half kick.
In the third quarter, however, the contest turned dramatically, as Chi-Hi capitalized on an early turnover and began to dominate on the ground, pitching a shutout in the second half and scoring 30 additional unanswered points to notch a resounding victory in one of the state's oldest rivalries.
Senior Noah King, typically a standout on the offensive line, made multiple splash plays on defense as well, while junior Talen Shilts tallied a trio of touchdowns, all in the second half.
THANK YOU to the amazing community of business sponsors making these broadcasts possible:
Northwestern Bank!
White City Glass
Toycen Ford of Chippewa Falls!
Quality Propane and Fuels!
Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine!
Royal Credit Union!
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley!
Holly Bowe of Coldwell Banker Brenizer Realtors!
The Czech Law Office - Dave Czech, Attorney!
Nicolet Bank!
Post Glass and Mirror of Chippewa Falls!
Kurth Heating and Cooling!
Winn Family Dentistry!
Stelter Incorporated!
Wiersgalla Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning!
Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service!
Ashley Construction!
Kelm Law Firm!
River Country Co-op!
Wisconsin Surplus Auctions!
Kurth Heating and Cooling!
Metropolis Resort & Action City!
Mower Sperry Insurance Agency!
Post Glass & Mirror!
Eau Claire LASIK!
Thursday, October 16, 2025
10/16/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Life Expectancy; Cancer/Smoking; "God's Love Letters to You: Day 10-2Chronicles: Strugggle to Trust Me"
- Pastor Appreciation Day--Calls from Dave in Kennan, Ron in Hawkins, Bev in Chippewa Falls, Julie in Eau Claire, Dwanna in Augusta, Greenwood, Jan in Chippewa Falls, Mike in Barron, Jim in Eleva, Samantha in Menomonie, Sherry in Whitehall, and Brookly & Emmit in Eau Claire
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
10/15/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: "God's Love Letters to You: Day 9-1Samuel: Moving from Emptiness to Holiness...to Laughter"
- Congrats to Linda in Chippewa Falls for Winning $25 in goodies at C & J's Candy Store and Scoop Shoppe in Menomonie for knowing almost half of ment say they MAKE THEIR BED daily.
- Brewers Talk--Caleb & Halvo
- Govin's Farm Fun Fall Activities--Farmer John
- Less Screens, More Walking
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
10/14/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- Strange Animal Laws that are No Longer on the Books
- Tuesday Trivia: Rounds 1-3: What do almost half of men say they do daily?
Monday, October 13, 2025
10/12/25 CVTW: HeartWorks Opens World HQ in Eau Claire
Chippewa Valley This Week
This week's show is devoted entirely to the Eau Claire opening of the World Headquarters of HeartWorks, a nonprofit advancing therapies for congenital heart disease(CHD). This marks a bold expansion in CHD research, clinical manufacturing, and innovation with a vision to make the Midwest a hub for advancing care for the 1 in 100 fanilies impacted by CHD.
We hear from CEO and Co-Founder, Tim Nelson, and his brother, President and COO, Matt Nelson, both Osseo natives. We also hear from the President and CEO of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce, David Minor, and HeartWorks' Director of Development, Kim Way.
10/13/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Sherry's Joke; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You"--Day 8, "Ruth: My Love Can Overcome All Obstacles"
- Oct. Connect Month: Listener Letters
- Weekend Recap
- Reading "Home for the Holidays" Stories
- Kid Dictionary
Saturday, October 11, 2025
10/10/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Sandi on a Bench; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You": Day 7, Judges: Understanding Authentic Love
- Interview with Hope Gospel Mission Exec. Dir., Sandi Polzin near the end of her 17th consecutive hour on a bench in downtown Eau Claire
- Week 2 of our "Ultimate Cheesehead Contest" with Kevin, Eau Claire
- Humor in the Headlines
- Best of the Week
10/9/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- Thanks for Your Support on Partner Pledge Day; TIH; "God's Love Letters to You," Day 6, Joshua: Victory Requires Discernment
- Interview with Hope Gospel Mission Exec. Dir, Sandi Polzin, on "Conversations from a Bench," as she begins 24 hours on a downtown Eau Claire park bench to call attention to homelessness
- Try It Again, Thursday: Rounds 1 and 2
- Di Giornio's Thanksgiving Day Pizza
- 4 Things You Didn't Know Yesterday
Friday, October 10, 2025
10/10/25 Football: Hudson 28, Chippewa Falls 15
At Dorais Field for the regular season home finale, the Chippewa Falls Cardinals (3-5, 2-4 Big Rivers Conference) moved the ball on their first drive, but punted in plus territory, giving way to a Hudson offense that promptly began a lengthy drive of their own, capped off with the game's first score.
The Raiders (7-1, 5-1 BRC), still vying for a conference championship, were then handed a gift when Chi-Hi fumbled deep in their own territory. The visitors capitalized, and were soon up 14-0, stretching the advantage to 21-0 before a late Cardinals score pulled them closer.
In the second half, the Cards tightened up on D, but were unable to get a final stop in the fourth, as they saw a 2-game win streak come to a close.
Senior Collin Clary did a little - and sometimes a lot - of everything on the night, making impact plays as a punter, wildcat QB, and pass rusher.
THANK YOU to the amazing community of business sponsors making these broadcasts possible:
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Toycen Ford of Chippewa Falls!
Quality Propane and Fuels!
Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine!
Royal Credit Union!
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley!
Holly Bowe of Coldwell Banker Brenizer Realtors!
The Czech Law Office - Dave Czech, Attorney!
Nicolet Bank!
Post Glass and Mirror of Chippewa Falls!
Kurth Heating and Cooling!
Winn Family Dentistry!
Stelter Incorporated!
Wiersgalla Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning!
Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service!
Ashley Construction!
Kelm Law Firm!
River Country Co-op!
Wisconsin Surplus Auctions!
Kurth Heating and Cooling!
Metropolis Resort & Action City!
Mower Sperry Insurance Agency!
Post Glass & Mirror!
Eau Claire LASIK!
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
10/8/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- Recapping First 31 Pledges
- Tammy in Cameron gets us to 40 Pledges
- Nancy in Barron, listening in Madison, gives from there
- The 21 Shows Sponsored by WWIB, Inc.
- List of Pledgers and Striving for 75 by 9am
- 76 Pledges by 9!
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
10/7/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Today in History; "God's Love Letters to You: Day Five-Deuteronomy: I'm Faithful to You Anyway"
- Handwriting Improves Children's Intelligence
- Tuesday Trivia: Rounds 1-3
Monday, October 6, 2025
10/5/25 CVTW: On a Bench; FAFSA; Confident Christianity
Chippewa Valley This Week
Hope Gospel Mission's Community Relations Coordinator, Brett Geboy, talks about HGM Executive Director, Sandi Polzin's "Conversations on a Bench," running for 24 hours starting 2pm Oct. 9th raising attention and awareness to homelessness. Meanwhile, four Education leaders(Jay Rothman, Pres., Universiteis of WI; Michael Carney, Interim Chancellor, UW-Eau Claire; Mike Johnson, Supt., Eau Claire Area School Dist; Jeff Holmes, Supt, Chippewa Falls Area School Dist) let students interested in college know that the FAFSA(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) website is up and running for college next fall. They say the system has been dramatically simplified and it's better to apply sooner than later. Finally, Jacob's Well Senior Pastor, Paul Berthiaume, talks about the Oct. 11th "Confident Christianity" conference being held at Jacob's Well with guest speaker, Greg Koukl, who'll also speak at their weekend services.
10/6/25 Morning Show Highlights!
- First Thoughts: Weekend; TIH; "Numbers: Persevering on the Rough Road to My Party" devotion from "God's Love Letters to You"
- Weekend Recap
- Jeremy Camp's Song Set
- 10-Minute Daily Conversation can Strengthen Your Marriage
- Send in Your "Home for the Holidays" Stories Through Friday!
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