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The Mill, Bonduel
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We are Keith and NiCole Fischer, owners of The Mill in Bonduel, Wisconsin. The Mill is a coffee lounge, bourbon retailer, and boutique. But more than that, it’s a gathering place for numerous people, full of countless stories. Join us as we dissect our 

  1. 13H AGO

    The Reality of Being a Representative

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we hang out with Representative Elijah R. Behnke. No fluff, no pretending, just real talk. We dig into what it actually means to represent people, not a party. From stadium deals to lake laws, the toughest calls aren’t always the ones you’d expect. Nothing polished. Nothing scripted. Just a straight-up look at how decisions get made when there’s no perfect answer. Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and get to know Elijah Behnke with us. Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 19m

  2. MAR 31

    What Actually Brings a Small Town Back to Life

    Send us Fan Mail This one starts a little all over the place… and somehow lands exactly where it’s supposed to. We sat down with Lindsay Johnson, who’s been behind a lot of what Shawano’s becoming—turning empty storefronts into a place people actually want to hang out. We get into what it really takes to build a small town, why nothing happens as fast as people think it should, and the small stuff that actually moves the needle. There’s a lot in here about backing local, building something that lasts, and figuring it out as you go. And yeah… at some point we veer off into aliens, growing up, and the kind of life choices that don’t always make sense until they do. Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and get to know Shawano's Downtown Coordinator, Lindsay Johnson. Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 22m

  3. MAR 24

    Food, Love, and Aliens

    Send us Fan Mail Ernie Allen has done a little bit of everything—restaurant floors, bar shifts, years at Chili’s, time with Mission BBQ, and now leading as an Area Sales Manager at Performance Food Group. Not a straight path… and that’s kind of the whole story. We get into the COVID grind, what it really means to care about the people you serve, convincing his southern wife that Wisconsin winters are a good idea, and raising two boys with some structure behind it.  Somewhere in there, we talk about why the journey might actually be the point. It’s real, it’s easy, and yeah, there are a few laughs in there too. Grab a coffee, settle in, and meet our guy, Ernie. 📍 The Mill New episodes weekly --------------- Music provided by Musicbed • My Happiness (Instrumental) - Lonely Benson (MB01BBUHOCJHS4Q) Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 23m

  4. MAR 17

    You Have to Be INSANE to Start a Business

    Send us Fan Mail Hans is the founder of F.I.R.E. Fitness Camp, which has grown to 21 locations across Wisconsin. But the road there wasn’t exactly smooth. In this episode, we talk about what entrepreneurship actually looks like — the failures, the risks, and the mindset it takes to keep going when things don’t work the first time. We also get into why entrepreneurs often struggle in franchise systems, the biggest mistakes new business owners make, and why starting a business sometimes requires a little bit of insanity. Put down the shovel, grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and take a break with us. We’re happy you’re here. ———————————— Find out more about F.I.R.E. Fitness Camp: https://www.firefitnesscamp.com Need a new go-to protein supplement? Check out Han’s Rehab Supplements Lab: https://www.rehabsupps.com Watch Han’s “The Intensity Podcast”: https://www.youtube.com/@Intensity_Ha... Curious about all the things Han’s has been a part of? Check it out here: https://www.hanshartleben.com Follow Han’s on Instagram (@hans_hartleben): https://www.instagram.com/hans_hartleben Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 49m

  5. MAR 10

    The Mental Health Crisis Nobody Talks About in Policing

    Send us Fan Mail After more than 30 years in law enforcement, Mike thought retirement would be the easy part. Instead, he found himself facing what many officers quietly experience after the badge comes off — the loss of identity, purpose, and the transition into a very different life. Now he’s working to make sure first responders have somewhere to turn when they need support. It’s an honest conversation about the realities of policing, the transition into retirement, and why simply checking in on someone can matter more than we realize. Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and hang out with us for a bit. We’re grateful you’re here. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Death Response (LEDR) program: https://www.wiledr.org Download The Guardian App!: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-guardian-app/id1531897690 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.p47400c38751.app&pli=1 Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 31m

  6. MAR 3

    Life After The Badge

    Send us Fan Mail After nearly three decades in law enforcement, Tony sits down to talk about the road from serving 28 years in Oconto County to finding purpose after law enforcement. He shares stories about camaraderie, tough supervisors, break room humor, and the moments that shaped him on and off the job. This conversation dives into retirement, identity, marriage, and what it feels like to step away from a career that defined you for so long. It is honest, funny, reflective, and real. Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a seat, and hang with us as we introduce you to our friend, Tony. Need insurance? Check out https://insurance-greenbay.com or email Tony at tony@americanadvantagegb.com.  Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 43m

  7. FEB 24

    Choosing The Stairs

    Send us Fan Mail Some episodes are fun. Some are chaotic. And some hit you right in the chest. This one is all three. Jordan joins us to talk about growing up adopted, riding a Greyhound bus from Texas as a kid, losing his mom to addiction, falling headfirst off a concrete wall at 21, and waking up unable to walk or talk. And somehow, through all of that, finding purpose. We talk blind dogs, brain injuries, Sunday school panic attacks, football debates, red string theory, integrity, and why sometimes the worst moments in your life end up becoming the thing that shapes you the most. Oh, and apparently, he had a Doctor Dolittle moment after his accident. Classic. Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and hang out with us for a bit. Check out Jordan’s non-profit, Joy’s Place Animal Rescue: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577648682835 Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 8m

  8. FEB 17

    The First Employee We Fired

    Send us Fan Mail The first employee we fired... our own daughter. In this episode, we talk early business chaos, tough love, family tension, growth, and what it really looks like to build something with the people you love.  This one is messy, honest... and a little unhinged. Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and sit with us for a bit.  We're happy you're here. Support the show Connect with us!  WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubebeansandbanterpod@gmail.com

    1h 8m
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We are Keith and NiCole Fischer, owners of The Mill in Bonduel, Wisconsin. The Mill is a coffee lounge, bourbon retailer, and boutique. But more than that, it’s a gathering place for numerous people, full of countless stories. Join us as we dissect our 

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  • Creator
    The Mill, Bonduel
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Beans & Banter
  • Show Website
    Beans & Banter

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