Shining Light on Minnesota

Shining Light on Minnesota

Shining Light on Minnesota, hosted by Karissa Dunham, is a podcast that shines a light on the hardworking and innovative local businesses in the state of Minnesota. The show features interviews with business owners from a variety of industries, delving into their humble beginnings and the challenges they faced on their path to success. The goal of the podcast is not only to promote these local businesses, but also to inspire and motivate future entrepreneurs by sharing these stories.

  1. FA 1 DIA

    Jordan Davies | Complete Performance #078

    ✨ Shining a Light on Minnesota ✨Our host Karissa Dunham just sat down with Jordan Davies of Complete Performance LLC in the Blaine area, and the episode dropped today 🎙️💪We had an inspiring and real conversation about nutrition, work-life balance, being a mom, and what it truly means to stay healthy and strong at any age. Jordan shared how Complete Performance is built around meeting people where they are, focusing on long-term success and sustainable habits rather than quick fixes.At Complete Performance, Jordan leads the adult programs, helping men and women build strength, confidence, and accountability through lifting, functional training, and nutrition guidance. Her husband runs the kids programs, helping young athletes develop strong movement patterns, confidence, and a positive relationship with fitness from an early age.We also got a behind-the-scenes look at the facility and the equipment used to train safely and effectively. Jordan opened up about her personal journey, what inspired her to step into the fitness world, and how she grew into the boss lady she is today by building a business rooted in community and empowerment.If you’re looking for motivation, education, or a reminder that your health is worth investing in, this episode is for you. She will hold YOU accountable.✨ Keep Shining a Light on Minnesota

    33 min

  2. 5 DE FEBR.

    Brian Curtain | WSU Head FB Coach #077

    What does legacy really mean? It’s more than championships, records, or final scores. It’s the people you impact, the relationships you build, and the standard you leave behind.In this episode of Shining Light on Minnesota, our host Karissa Dunham sits down with Winona State Football Head Coach Brian Curtin for a deep and meaningful conversation about leadership, mentorship, and carrying forward a legacy that was built long before him.Coach Curtin’s story is uniquely powerful because Winona State isn’t just where he coaches; it’s where he grew up as a leader. A former Warrior himself, Brian shares his journey from student-athlete to head coach, the mentors who shaped him, and how the culture of WSU football continues to influence the way he leads today.The conversation honors the impact of legendary Head Coach Tom Sawyer, whose vision and commitment to doing things the right way built the foundation of the program, along with longtime Athletic Director Larry Holstad and former WSU President Darrell Krueger, both of whom played key roles in shaping the program and Brian’s leadership path.Together, Karissa and Coach Curtin talk about what it means to honor the past while leading in the present covering everything from team culture and accountability to health and wellness, to balancing life as a coach, father, and husband. This episode goes beyond football and gets to the heart of leadership and impact off the field.And because Winona State is also Karissa’s alma mater (where she played golf), a little college pride and golf talk might sneak in too ⛳️🎧 The episode just dropped — take a listen now. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior. 🏈

    38 min

  3. 23 DE GEN.

    John Brickweg #076

    Shining Light on Minnesota has a special episode you won’t want to miss. Our host Karissa Dunham sits down with our producer John Brickweg one last time as he takes the next step in his journey. From behind the scenes stories to plenty of laughs this final farewell is full of heart. Tune in and help us send John off in true Shining Light fashion. Keep shining light John!

    9 min

  4. 21 DE GEN.

    Luke Mickelson #075

    Today our host Karissa Dunham had the honor of sitting down via Zoom with Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, for an inspiring and powerful conversation. Luke shared his remarkable journey from being a farm boy in Idaho, to coaching to following a calling that started with a simple Christmas project with his family, building beds so that no child would have to sleep on the floor. What began as a small act of service turned into a movement. Sleep in Heavenly Peace exists for one clear mission: no kid sleeps on the floor in our town. Through volunteers, donors, and incredible community support, they build and deliver beds to children in need. What started locally has now grown to chapters in over 47 states and even other countries, changing lives one bed at a time. Luke’s story is a powerful reminder that when purpose meets action, impact follows. A simple idea, fueled by faith, family, and service, can grow into something far bigger than you ever imagined. We are grateful for leaders like Luke who shine a light through service and show what is possible when you say yes to helping others. KEEP SHINING LIGHT on Minnesota and beyond.

    30 min

  5. 14 DE GEN.

    Dr. Peter Maring #074

    Our host Karissa Dunham sat down with Dr.Peter Maring of The Training Room | Chiropractic & Sports Medicine to record an upcoming episode of the Shining Light on Minnesota Podcast.When most people think of chiropractic care, they think quick adjustments. But performance-focused chiropractic care is next level. Dr. Maring brings elite experience from working with professional athletes across the NFL, MLS, MLB, and NHL, and now delivers that same level of care in Blaine, MN. At The Training Room, appointments are a full hour, focused on movement, performance, and long-term results. Using VALD testing, Peter gathers real-time data, breaks the body down by quadrants, and builds custom treatment plans. As a golfer, seeing how each quadrant impacts my swing and efficiency was a game changer. A better swing truly starts with better movement. Dr. Maring works with all ages and all levels, from youth and everyday active individuals to weekend warriors and professional athletes. His approach combines hands-on care, dry needling, soft tissue work, recovery tools, and sport-specific rehab to help people move better, recover faster, and stay injury-free.

    23 min

  6. 8 DE GEN.

    Kirk White #073

    Our host Karissa Dunham sat down with Kirk White from Prevail Claims LLC out of Blaine, Minnesota on this episode. They talked storm damage and insurance claims and how Prevail Claims works directly with contractors to navigate the insurance process after a loss. From inspections to documentation, their team advocates for homeowners to make sure nothing is overlooked and claims are handled the right way during an already stressful time. The conversation also took a deep dive into golf. Kirk shared his competitive golf background and the discipline and mindset it takes to compete at a high level. From course management to mental toughness, those same lessons translate into business, leadership, and everyday life. A big part of the discussion focused on health and wellness. Eating right, working out, fueling your body with the right amount of food, and understanding what works best for your body all matter. Kirk talked about how proper nutrition, training, and recovery directly impact performance on the course and in life. When you take care of your body, everything else follows. Golf, health, and wellness all tie together, and it was a great reminder of how showing up prepared makes a difference.

    1 h 43 min

  7. 31/12/2025

    Justin Grammens #072

    Host Karissa Dunham sat down with Justin Grammens today to record a great episode of Shining Light on Minnesota all about real world AI and the power of applied AI when it’s put into action. Justin runs Lab651 | Custom Software Development & Process a full service software and product development company that helps businesses build software, mobile apps, cloud systems, IoT products and more. He’s also the founder of Recursive Awesome , a consulting firm that helps companies bring AI, automation and smart data driven tools into their operations. Justin co founded Applied AI and through that group along with his teaching role at the University of St. Thomas , he’s helping people understand what AI can actually do and how to use it in practical ways. In our conversation we dug into what applied AI really means. We talked about how Lab651 turns ideas into real software and products and how Recursive Awesome helps leaders bring AI into their businesses with purpose. Such a smart and insightful conversation and I can’t wait for you all to hear it.

    40 min

  8. 26/12/2025

    Kaycee Stanley - The Reel Hope Project #071

    Today, an incredible episode of Shining Light on Minnesota with Karissa Dunham sitting down with Kaycee Stanley from The Reel Hope Project. Their mission is powerful. There’s nothing more meaningful than a story, and they’re living that every day. They create high quality, child centered videos of kids in foster care who are waiting to be adopted. They’re the only nonprofit in the nation focused solely on this work, and the impact is unreal. We also had MacKenzie Juliane , Kimberly Bass , and Jeremy Bardwell hop in and share their experiences, which brought even more heart to the conversation. So much purpose. So much passion. So much more to come. Stay tuned for this one.

    27 min
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Informació

Shining Light on Minnesota, hosted by Karissa Dunham, is a podcast that shines a light on the hardworking and innovative local businesses in the state of Minnesota. The show features interviews with business owners from a variety of industries, delving into their humble beginnings and the challenges they faced on their path to success. The goal of the podcast is not only to promote these local businesses, but also to inspire and motivate future entrepreneurs by sharing these stories.

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  • Creació
    Shining Light on Minnesota
  • Anys en actiu
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodis
    81
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