Episode 1:
Environment
Enjoy the first episode of the Kohler Archives podcast, where we share the Bold and Untold stories behind the iconic Kohler brand.
Episode 2:
Home In the Woods - Waelderhaus
Jen Balge, Waelderhaus manager, joins the podcast to discuss the time-honored facility located in the Village of Kohler. Waelderhaus resembles dwellings found in the Bregenzerwald province of Austria, birthplace of company founder John Michael Kohler. It was the masterpiece of a young Austrian sculptor and architect, Kaspar Albrecht, and inspired and funded by John Michael’s daughter, Marie Christine Kohler, to reflect her family’s traditions and host Kohler Girl Scout meetings.
Episode 3:
Arthur Covey Murals Honor the Laborer
Michelle Grabner – contemporary artist, curator and alumnus of both Arts/Industry and Kohler MakerSpace – joins the podcast to share the wonders that are the Arthur Sinclair Covey murals. Completed in 1925 and commissioned by Walter J. Kohler, the seven murals painted by the acclaimed industrial muralist portray the skill, strength, and artistry of Kohler’s early foundry workers. Encircling the Main Office lobby for a century, they stand as a lasting tribute to the dignity of work and the people whose craftsmanship shaped Kohler’s legacy.
Episode 4:
KOHLER Artist Editions – Decorative Works of Functional Art
Dana Morales, manager of industrial design, joins the podcast to discuss the colorful and tactile history of Kohler’s handcrafted KOHLER Artist Editions™ series. The unique collection has elevated everyday sinks and fixtures into collectible decorative works of functional art for more than 40 years. Through collaborations with artists and artisans, Artist Editions showcases exceptional craftsmanship, innovative materials, and designs inspired by cultures and creative traditions from around the world.