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Walt Dizzo Co-hosts The Local

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Walt Dizzo

On September 28th Walt Dizzo stopped by The North to co-host a hour of The Local. Well known in the local arts scene for his long running radio show, his passion for collecting and archiving music, and a stint as the Homegrown Music Festival Director, Dizzo brought in some rare finds from his personal collection to share on the show. Listen for a local music history lesson including everything from "Finn-Glish" star Bobby Aro to an unreleased side-project of Toby Thomas Churchill.

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  • The Local is supported in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.Your weekly passport to Northland sound, courtesy of host Katelyn Brinza.The Local on The North 103.3 FM spotlights the artists, anthems, and hidden gems thriving right here at home and broadcast every Wednesday, 5pm - 7pm.- All-Minnesota mix: Brand-new singles, beloved deep cuts, and live-in-studio sessions from Duluth, the Iron Range, the Twin Ports, and beyond.- Artist stories: Candid interviews and behind-the-song insights reveal how lake-effect winters, ore-dock skylines, and tight-knit scenes shape the music you’re hearing.- Hometown happenings: Gig calendars, release-show alerts, and festival previews keep you first in line for what’s hitting Northland stages next.Whether you’re a scene regular, a proud parent of a garage-band kid, or just curious about the sound coming off the shore, The Local plugs you straight into the North’s creative current. Tune in Wednesdays 5pm - 7pm and hear the neighborhood sing.