In this episode, Trevor & the Blain’s Farm & Fleet crew lace ’em up and make the trek out to Merrill, Wisconsin – home of the historic, premium boot manufacturer, Thorogood.
Here, Trevor meets Dick Martens, a long-tenured company executive and brand ambassador who shares his experience working for Thorogood and his role in leaving behind a deep-rooted legacy as he heads into retirement.
In this episode of Deeper Roots, learn about Marcus Landry, professional basketball player turned family farmer and community advocate.
Read More June 12, 2025 | Blain's Farm & FleetThis Deeper Roots episode features Perlick Corp. - a Milwaukee-based, 5th-Generation, family-owned manufacturer of beer cooling, tapping, and dispensing systems.
Read More December 29, 2022 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, discover the story of the Duck Inn, from its speakeasy roots to becoming an iconic Wisconsin supper club.
Read More May 1, 2025 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, Trevor sits down with Julian Kegel, fourth-generation owner of Kegel's Inn, to learn about its rich history.
Read More November 28, 2024 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, Trevor meets with a Lasagna Love volunteer to learn more about this heartwarming non-profit organization.
Read More October 17, 2024 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, Trevor visits Jane's Journey Home for Dogs, a sanctuary focused on providing a happy life for aging dogs.
Read More April 18, 2024 | Blain's Farm & FleetJordan was 15 years old when he set out to create a Vietnam war memorial at Veteran's Freedom Park in La Crosse, WI. This is his story.
Read More November 11, 2022 | Blain's Farm & FleetBlain's Farm & Fleet & Inside Wisconsin's Trevor Thomas share a story about Merlin Witte - Factory Worker, Farmer, & Stud Sheepshead Player.
Read More July 28, 2022 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, Trevor meets sisters Kara and Krista. Learn about Inspiration Acres, which they opened in honor of their mom
Read More December 14, 2023 | Blain's Farm & FleetBlain’s Farm & Fleet & Trevor Thomas of Inside Wisconsin interview Jeanne Carpenter of Firefly Coffeehouse & Artisan Cheese in Oregon, WI.
Read More August 25, 2022 | Blain's Farm & FleetThis episode features Jason Anderson in Elroy, WI and his family farm which was established in the late 1800s by his Norwegian ancestors
Read More May 18, 2023 | Blain's Farm & FleetIn this episode of Deeper Roots, Trevor learns about the rich history of the Highway 18 Outdoor Theatre from Owner/Operator Lee Burgess.
Read More June 13, 2024 | Blain's Farm & Fleet