Artist Ike Wynter has a deep appreciation for what most people throw away. Growing up in his family’s junk removal business, he learned early on how to spot beauty in the discarded. When he started turning salvaged wood from old furniture, picket fences, and abandoned buildings into art, everything fell into place. His distinctive work quickly gained attention online, attracting major clients like the Milwaukee Brewers, the NHL, and Mike Tyson. Fresh off his biggest project yet — reimagining all 32 NFL team logos for this year’s Draft in Green Bay — Ike joins Charlie to talk about his wildest salvage finds, his teenage years playing in bands, and the infamous abandoned boat on Milwaukee’s Bradford Beach.Follow Ike @ike_wynter and follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast.
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Episode 242 - Kevin Florek
For Tellurian Behavioral Health CEO Kevin Florek, helping those in crisis is in his blood. Started by his uncle in the 1970s, Tellurian was a response to the addiction and mental health issues that Vietnam veterans faced after returning home from the war. Since then, Tellurian has expanded across the entire state of Wisconsin to serve over 9,000 people annually – many of whom would otherwise end up in worse conditions. This week, Kevin and Charlie discuss the government red tape and underfunding that Tellurian faces, the growing dangers of unregulated substances like Delta 8, and the sad reality that addiction doesn’t discriminate against anyone. Also stick around until the end to hear about the upcoming Celebrity Golf Outing this May with Brett Favre, Gilbert Brown, and many more. For more information on how you can support, go to www.tellurian.org.Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast.
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Episode 241 - Craig T Nelson
You might know him as “Coach” or the voice of “Mr. Incredible,” but Craig T. Nelson takes on a deeply personal and dramatic role in Green and Gold (2025). He portrays Buck, a struggling Wisconsin dairy farmer who bets everything on the Packers’ 1993 season while trying to mend a fragile bond with his granddaughter Jenny, played by Madison Lawlor. This small-budget indie film was a true passion project for Nelson, a lifelong Packers fan with roots in Wisconsin tracing back to Norwegian immigrant relatives. This week on the Cripescast, Craig sits down with Charlie to talk about his experience making the film, diving into Buck’s complex relationship with his family, his land, and his animals. He also shares stories of working as a sewing machine repossessor in Los Angeles and singing the national anthem at Lambeau Field for the Green and Gold premiere.Check out Green and Gold @greenandgoldmovie and find the film available now on streaming services. Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast.
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Episode 240 - Daniel Van Kirk and Bill Doucette
This week on the Cripescast, comedians Daniel Van Kirk and Bill Doucette are back! Though it’s their first time meeting, you'd never know it—their chemistry is instant as they dive into hilarious stories and banter like old friends. Alongside Charlie, they swap some core childhood memories, from the time Charlie was convinced his grandparents were getting divorced, to Bill’s childhood aversion to sleeping in socks. They also give us some of their best bird calls and Daniel reveals the origin of eggs as an Easter tradition.Follow Daniel @danielvankirk and Bill @billydeuce86. Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast.
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Episode 239 - Grandma Sue, Aunt Mary, and Grandma's Friend Lois - Part 4
Everyone’s favorite gambling ladies are back! This week, Charlie makes yet another trip to the casino with Grandma Sue, Aunt Mary, and Lois Bentley. Along the drive Grandma Sue gives us a health update, Lois shares STD gossip from living in The Villages, and Aunt Mary learns about swingers and “sliding in the DMs.” Of course, no episode of the Cripescast with these gals would be complete without a look into Mary’s love life. Stick around to watch Charlie and Grandma Sue hack into Mary’s online dating profile and send messages to some eligible bachelors. Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast!
Emmy winning comedian, Charlie Berens interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators, and more to talk about their story and connections to the midwest.
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