The NEWSA-Cast

The NEWSA-Cast

Through conversation we highlight the local stories you know and the stories that need to be uncovered. Every week we bring you stories from today and relics from the past, all from right here in Northeast Wisconsin. Born from the Red Smith Banquet this new podcast carries on the legacy to recognize youth sports again!

Episodes

June 26, 2025 75 mins

We are joined by a racing Family, the Thomson's! Dan brings his kids on to the pod to join in the conversation about local racing! Dan races at WIR and shares the details of chasing that checkered flag! 

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

We throw it back to 2004 when basketball's Boston Celtics Legend Dave Cowens attended the banquet and offered some great advice!

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Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Matt Jung, current Defensive Back for the Wisconsin Badgers, joins the guys on today episode! Discover Matt's family pedigree and get insight into life as a college football player. 

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

We throw it back to 1992 when Randy White, former defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys, won the Nice Guy Award!

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

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Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

Brought to you by AppletonSportsPage.com

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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Elijah Gash plays in the NLL on the Toronto Rock! With ties to Northeast Wisconsin Elijah shares his journey as a professional Lacrosse player and, of course, chimes in on the viral fight he got into back in January!

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

We highlight Mark Murphy in this Throwback honoring his legacy and triumphs as the NFL Draft commences in Green Bay WI!

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

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Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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Nick Maher's passion is not only for boxing, but for youth and character development. Discover the energy of what's happening at Chuter's Youth Amateur Boxing located in Little Chute Wisconsin!

For more info on Chuter's - https://chutersboxing.com/

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

Back in 2009 the "Nice Guy" Award was given to Doug Melvin, the manager that turned around the Milwauk...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

Brought to you by AppletonSportsPage.com

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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We talk to four Lacrosse coaches across the Bay Valley Conference on today's episode, touching base with each program, and getting a feeling for the current state of local Lacrosse while getting excited for the new season! Rich Tomson of Pulaski, Danny Rafalski of Appleton United, Eric Marsh of Neenah, and Roger Hornberger of Kimberly.

 

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Fox Cities Marathon Race Director Julie Johnson joins us for a fantastic behind-the-scenes look at the day of the Marathon! Julie also reveals what makes this annual event special for the runners, walkers, and even the spectators! 

For more info on the Marathon - https://foxcitiesmarathon.org/

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

Back in 2002 the "Nice Guy" Award was given to just that...

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Steve Jung, current head football coach at Neenah High School, joins the guys on today episode! Follow the full circle journey as Steve takes us through his coaching career and the pivotal moments along the way!

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

We throw it back to 1987 where Art Holst was the featured speaker. The former NFL referee turns out to be a great public speaker and a bit ...

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Get to know our homegrown baseball favorite Tim Jorgensen! Tim was a local baseball legend setting the home run record at UW Oshkosh in 1995, got drafted by two Major League Teams, and was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame!

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

With March Madness starting this week we are throwing it back to 2007 when Bill Raftery was the featured speaker ...

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Diggstown is back on the Newsa-Cast with new music! Get a behind-the-scenes making of their new album and discover how the music is made! Enjoy this "anatomy of a band" episode!

Joe and Tosh share an Old Look at NEW, play It's Forgotten and I'm Never Forgetten!

The Banquet Throwback this week is Don Sutton. This former Brewer received the "Nice Guy" Award at the Red Smith Awards Banquet back in 1990.

Please reach out to us at newsa...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

Brought to you by AppletonSportsPage.com

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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With his next fight coming up next week, there is no better time to check back in again with our own local MMA champion fighter, straight out of Hortonville, it's Kegan Gennrich! Joe & Tosh check in on his past year of training and matches, and they look past the daily regiment to discover what makes Kegan tick! 

Kegan's next fight - https://www.lfa.com/lfa-brings-a-welterweight-showdown-to-the-land-of-10000-lakes-at-lfa-206/

J...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

Brought to you by AppletonSportsPage.com

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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Winter is a great time to bring awareness of local Hockey! Tommy Wroblewski joins us this week to discuss the two main ice rinks in the Fox Valley and their impact on the sport for youth teams as well as the community. See how you can make an difference and join their Capital Campaign to raise funds for the facilities and equipment!

Visit --> Funding the Future Capital Campaign  @ www.appletonice.org

Joe and Tosh take an Old Loo...

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Highlights from around Northeast Wisconsin, in (about) a minute!

Brought to you by AppletonSportsPage.com

Please reach out to us at newsacast@gmail.com, follow us on all social media outlets and like and subscribe to our podcasts and YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@Newsa-Cast.

Big thanks to Diggstown for the music!

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Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-newsa-cast...

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Discover the magic behind the Appleton Park & Recreation Department with a very special interview with Niki Wendt! You can hear and feel her passion for kids and community as she describes some of the behind-the-scenes effort that goes into all the local programs the city offers!

Joe and Tosh take an Old Look at New, and end with It's Forgotten 'en I'm never Forgetten.

We had a very special athlete and hero receive the "Nice Gu...

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