Welcome to The Eau Trouble Podcast
eau trouble / “oh trouble” / (noun phrase, — French)
Cloudy, murky, or opaque water; water disturbed by sediment, algae, or turbulence and lacking visual clarity.
The Eau Trouble Podcast is a roundtable/ panel-style podcast where Oh Claire Improv graduates talk, riff, and explore the quirky spirit of Eau Claire and Western Wisconsin through unscripted conversations. Each episode brings together some of the region’s most distinctive voices to dig into the eccentricities, traditions, and unexpected perspectives that make Midwestern life so uniquely its own. The result is something that works on two levels: a genuinely entertaining show for listeners, and a creative space where improvisers can connect, experiment, and grow their craft together.
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Episode 1: Improv Graduate Class Reunion
Feb 23, 2026 • 00:22:45
What happens when “unfunny people” come together and learn how to do improv comedy? They go through the classes, graduate, and then go back to their everyday lives. Come along as we catch up with these comedy experts, diplomas in hand, as they relive their glory days.Read More →
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Episode 2: An Improv Murder?
Mar 9, 2026 • 00:12:29
We have a mystery on our hands folks! Our friend Steve has not been seen in a while. Is Steve’s disappearance just a case of benign misunderstanding? Or is something more … sinister afoot? We could even be making this all up. Discover the truth today.Read More →
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Episode 3: Grocery Shopping Exclusively at Menards
Mar 23, 2026 • 00:17:39
Menards is known for lumber, lawn supplies, and 11% rebates—but for some shoppers, it’s also the perfect grocery store. On today’s pod, we talk to people who have ditched traditional supermarkets entirely and now rely solely on Menards for their weekly food run. From navigating the freezer aisle tucked between…
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Episode 4: Love Is Blind – Eau Claire Edition
Apr 6, 2026 • 00:20:55
When casting calls for national dating shows reach Wisconsin, Eau Claire residents show up ready to become reality‑TV legends—armed with headshots, heartfelt backstories, and sometimes far too much confidence. But for every hopeful who dreams of finding love inside a pod, many never get past the first interview. This segment…
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Episode 5: Neighborhood Thrift Sales
Apr 20, 2026 • 00:23:42
One of the most quintessential summertime events in the Chippewa Valley are the neighborhood thrift and garage sales. But while passing on used items is admirable, these sales open old wounds and highlight the harboring of secret rivalries between neighbors. With these sales starting soon, we catch up with some…