Colleen DuVall connects with Deanna Savage ... Much of the conversation focuses on the annual gala fundraiser and the dozens of people that contributed to its success. But Deanna also opens up about what Savage Support means to her personally and the life fulfillment that she gets from its mission. 

A special treat is a studio version of local musician/singer/songwriter Annie B’s theme song for Savage Support. Annie approached the board with this very unique and generous donation earlier this year and performed the song live at the gala. She is a very special talent. Her song honors the work and beneficiaries of our organization like nothing else. I know that it’s often said: “Don’t miss it!” regarding the podcasts but really, I mean really, don’t miss this one.

Episode 36 Deanna Savage

Colleen DuVall connects with Annie Bzdawka ... 

"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." - Plato

In this interview, Colleen connects with Annie B. one of Milwaukee's greatest musicians, and the writer, voice, and music behind, "We're in this Together" the soulful ballad dedicated to our beneficiaries. 

There is no doubt that music connects, heals, and inspires and this song is proof of that.

Thank you, again, Annie B., for sharing your musical journey, heart, soul, and stellar songwriting abilities with us in this month's podcast and in "We're in this Together"! We have had and will continue to have this anthem on repeat!

Episode 37 Annie B

Colleen DuVall connects with Stefanie Corbett ... owner of High Brow Boutique in Whitefish Bay, WI.

A true success story, Stefanie started High Brow Boutique almost 13 years ago as a single practitioner in 300 sq ft to now employing 17 professionals with 3000 sq ft. Offering clean esthetics for women and men, Stefanie's generous Matching Charity of the Month program started 10 years ago fundraising for Milwaukee's Journey House. Since then, each employee selects a charity they are passionate about and for a 2nd year, the month of October benefits Savage Support as selected by Board Member Amanda Wisth. 

Listen as Stefanie shares the family aspect of friendship and her love for both Amanda and Cindy Wisth. We are beyond grateful for her big heart in making so many of Milwaukee's charitable organizations stronger. She even GIVES YOU something to listen for in this podcast, take a seat and find the treasure!

Thank you Colleen and Stefanie for creating this podcast!

Episode 40  Stefanie Corbett

Colleen DuVall connects with Melodie Pryor ... owner of The Buzzards Nest in West Allis, WI
Originally from Cleveland, OH, Melodie and her husband Larry moved to Milwaukee in 2013. They purchased a bar renaming it The Buzzards Nest, inspired by Larry’s college nickname.

Both dart enthusiasts, they host tournaments and leagues nearly every day for experts and beginners. Of course, the Packer games air along with Sunday night karaoke or a “Piano Man” performance. Once a year, Melodie and Larry fundraise to help those with breast cancer, this year the 9th annual “Nest for Breasts” benefited Savage Support with $3,500! As a person who has helped others through treatment, Melodie understands the impact breast cancer has on a person and life as we know it.

Take a listen and get to know this dynamic, caring, and beautiful soul ~ then stop by 6000 W Mitchell St in West Allis and find out what 4 states she and Larry will travel to in 2024 to complete sleeps in all 50! Thank you Colleen and Melodie for creating this podcast!

Episode 41 Melodie Pryor

Colleen DuVall connects with ... Colleen Kirchberg! 

In this conversation, Colleen reflects on the priorities of life while living with metastatic breast cancer. She shares her personal story from a role aiding others through cancer to finding her own way through, now for a second time. 

Her joyful laugh while experiencing life fully reminds and inspires us all to take in every fleeting moment.

Episode 42 Colleen Kirchberg

PODCAST RECAP clockwise, in order of this recording:
Ep42 December - Colleen Kirschberg, Beneficiary of SS
Her advice: Keep moving. Know your limits. An amazing discovery through 2 diagnoses is the amazing friends that rallied around her.

Ep41 November - Melodie Pryor, Co-owner of Buzzard’s Nest
Inspired 9 fundraisers for breast cancer, having personal experience helping friends who have had breast cancer. It was Larry’s idea for the Women’s Only Dart Tournament to raise $22,370 for ABCD ~ in 2023 the total funds raised reached $25,870! 

Ep40 October - Stefanie Corbett, Owner of High Brow Boutique
Each month, her staff chooses a Charity of the Month, near & dear to their heart. She is a huge supporter of coworker & Board Member Amanda & Cindy Wisth, Savage Support’s first beneficiary.

Ep39 September - Heather Starns, Secretary of Savage Support
Fell in love with the foundation & the people of Savage Support after offering Reiki services for beneficiaries. Started with Savage Support in 2023!

Ep38 August - Linda Koepke, Big Brothers Big Sisters of N Central WI
The magic of Max joining the Koepke family & becoming a rising musician living his dream in Chicago. 

Ep37 July - Annie B, Singer & Songwriter
A fellow cat lover, she created, wrote & performed Savage Support’s custom song “We’re in This Together” after consulting with the Board. Other songs in a car ride or a lucid dream helped create other favorite songs: Cat Girl & Shut Up Marie. 

Ep36 June - Deanna Savage, President of Savage Support
Colleen asks the deepest questions… you’ll have to listen to know.

Ep35 May - Marie Cyborowski & Jason Cyborowski, J&J Contractors
Most important is the support of family & loved ones, medical staff & the. Jerry, Marie’s husband & Jason’s father is now in remission after a Stage 4 diagnosis. Individuals around the person with cancer are also affected, important to find the balance & communicating needs. 

Ep34 April - Ishondia Brunson, President of We Fight Together
Smiling through the pain of breast cancer, she kept a brave face for her family. Pandemic pressures, financial insecurity, and homeschooling her children — she started a nonprofit that shares care packages for chemotherapy patients.

Ep33 March - Olga Alvarado, Stylist & Beneficiary 
After receiving so much aid from friends, coworkers & nonprofit organizations, she finds giving back helps to release the anger of breast cancer diagnosis in a positive way.

Ep32 February - Rebecca Turley, Real Estate Agent at Compass
Named Volunteer of the Year 2022 for her exemplary dedication to Savage Support with events, wine pouring, showing up with the Tequila Mockingbirds with gift basket donations & their volunteer time.

Ep31 January - A separate recording recapping 2022 is worth the listen too. Our hearts explode with thanks to the most amazing, talented, kind & loving volunteer Colleen DuVall!

Highlights Of Savage Support Stories 2023

Colleen DuVall continues her annual tradition and bares her soul for you in this intimate podcast.

Women Who Howl At The Moon Episode 39 Colleen DuVall

On this month’s podcast, Colleen and Deanna visit with Tim Eichinger, co-owner of Black Husky Brewing in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood. Starting as a home brewery 15 years ago in a North Woods log cabin, Tim & Toni’s Black Husky Brewing has evolved into a center for community involvement and non-profit fundraising. Upcoming events at Black Husky touch on the mission of Savage Support so listen in about these fun and beneficial happenings. And hear Tim’s own unique story too!

Episode 43 Tim Eichinger

Colleen DuVall talks with Wesley Borden ... 
Originally from Milwaukee, Wesley is a motivated, energetic hometown guy who joined the Savage Support Board of Directors in the autumn of 2023 - AND just became a new father! His background includes an electrical engineering degree from UWM with experience in industrial automation. His goals are to increase the exposure of our organization in metro Milwaukee neighborhoods, attracting volunteers, donors, and fundraising opportunities to grow our number of beneficiaries. Wesley also volunteers with Friends LaFollette Park in West Allis, and in 2021 was voted as Treasurer of the nonprofit.

His message: Don’t expect of others what you can’t already expect of yourself. Find 1 or 2 simple ways to give back to the community to create a much happier world.

Episode 44 Wesley Borden

Colleen DuVall talks with Zoe Braun ... owner of Tiger Lily Collective. 
Zoe is a Board-Certified Cosmetic Tattoo Artist. During the pandemic, she took a leap of faith from her safe corporate job in finance to study permanent makeup, further pursuing paramedical tattooing: specifically 3D areola tattooing for post-mastectomy surgery. Zoe’s passion is tattooing, but her purpose is helping people. 

She also spends her time as a Board Member with WGirls Milwaukee: a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit that primarily serves women and children. This year, their Annual Event: Enchanted Forest at South Second will benefit the nonprofit Fostering Community. She also works with Urban Cat Coalition in the office and as a foster mom to kitties! 

Book a free consultation and follow Tiger Lily on Instagram ~ Facebook and more social channels!

Ep. 45 Zoe Braun

We’re a nonprofit organization helping people through the day to day life needs while fighting breast cancer.

Our podcasts are created and produced by Colleen Duvall, a freelance writer with a master's in digital communication strategies from Marquette University. She also has an intriguing background in filmmaking, acting, directing and art.

Colleen has been published in Backlog Magazine, Riverwest Currents, Natural Awakenings, Wisconsin Natural Resources, The Washington Heights Highlighter, Fate, PanGaia, Crone, Alcoholmanac, and Feminist Voices (Madison). Her first novel was an e-book offered at Whispers Publishing until 2012.

Besides writing and producing plays and short films, Colleen has acted for theater, film, and local commercials. Her theater troupe in Chicago was known as The Black Cat Productions. One of their adaptations, "White Zombie," was written up in the book of the same title by Gary D. Rhodes (©2001, McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers). "You Bet Your Sweet Patootie!" was featured in the New York International Independent Film Festival in 2003.

Colleen's specialties: Journalism, podcasting, audio editing, radio broadcasting, creative writing, directing, acting, coaching, operations management, training.

We are grateful for Colleen's contributions to our organization and giving a voice to our beneficiaries.

Episode 44 Wesley Borden

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