Byers & Co. has been the staple entertainment of Decatur, IL and the #1 rated morning show for 20 years. Marconi award winning host Brian Byers leads a three-hour whirlwind of news, entertainment, politics, sports, local and national topics, and high profile interviews and guests.
Rusty Johnson, Board Member and Owner Silver Light Sounds DJ and Board Member and owner of Notorious PIG Zack Keck join Byers & Co live from EP field to talk about the energy, food, and merchandise spectators can expect. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rusty Johnson, Board Member and Owner Silver Light Sounds DJ and Board Member Jon Alford join Byers & Co live from EP field to talk about how they keep the excitement going during the 101 games played during the tournament and how its grown over the past 10 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sponsors Tom Brinkoetter and Bret Jerger joined Byers & Co at EP Field to talk about all of the fun to expect this week at the ALZ Wiffleball tournament. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sponsors Dale and Erica Colee joined Byers & Co live from EP Field to talk about their involvement with the tournament and why they support the cause. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sponsor Bret Jerger, along with Founder/President/EP Field namesake, Ethan Parker, joined Byers & Co to talk about how the 217 ALZ Wiffleball Tournament got started and how its grown over the past 10 years. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tournament board member Geoff Owens and sponsor Bret Jerget joined Byers & Co to talk about how the community and sponsors have rallied to support the tournament for 10 years. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Geoff Owens, Co-Founder and Board Member, and fellow Board member Joey Brinkoetter, joined Byers & Co to talk about the history of the 217 ALZ Wiffleball Tournament and all of the causes both locally and nationally that the event supports. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 4, 2025 - Amber Kaylor of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois joined Byers & Co to talk about increasing costs they are facing, sports, and classic television. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 4, 2025 - Dr. Juanita Morris & Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about DCLI summer camps and programming, and working to solve community problems collectively. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 4, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about neighborhood development, Sister Cities, city related boards, National Night Out, and community challenges. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 4, 2025 - John West of First Mid Bank & Trust and Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about First Mid's support of the WSOY Community Food Drive. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 4, 2025 - Tom Brinkoetter and Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about how Brinkoetter supports the community through events like the WSOY Community Food Drive and the 217 ALZ Wiffle Ball Classic. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 1, 2025 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about the YMCA Backpack Attack, the WSOY Community Food Drive, Stephen King novels, and collectibles. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 1, 2025 - Eric Halvorson of Kroger joined Byers & Co to talk about their Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and their commitment to the WSOY Community Food Drive. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 31, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about the differences in generations, needs of the community, and entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 31, 2025 - Decatur Public Library's Alix Frazier and Samantha Carroll, and Stephanie Endsley joined Byers & Co to talk about the next Bob Brady, It's Hot Bob event, the Decatur Public Library's 150th birthday party. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 31, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the WSOY Community Food Drive and the Rogers Theatre. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 30, 2025 - Tanya Andricks of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to talk about Decatur Sister Cities, time passing, staying cool in the heat, generational trends, and entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 30, 2025 - Maki Ostrander of Decatur Sister Cities and student ambassadors Mei Sato, Kanon Hikichi, and Andrew Frankovich talk about the program, how the two students from Tokorozawa, Japan are enjoying their stay in Decatur, and Andrew's experience spending time in Japan. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 30, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about shows at the Devon, Pak Your Backpack Day at Overlook Adventure Park, and the senior lunch luau. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 29, 2025 - Dan Watkins of God's Shelter of Love joined Byers & Co to talk about how The Phil Collins Experience is donating part of the proceeds of their merch sales from their show at the Devon as part of their efforts to help the homeless in the areas they visit for shows. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 29, 2025 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, Sam Johnson, and Jesse Blunt joined Byers & Co to talk about personal strength and ethical standards that inspired Jesse to nominate Sam for The Ellsworth Dansby Jr Volunteer Award at the Do Something Great Awards. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 29, 2025 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature the Stone Thrown Forward golf outing, their CPR training efforts, the Federal PBM Reform Act, and a summer sale at Dale's. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 29, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about the RAGBRAI and Tour de France cycling events, footwear on trips, summer events, demo days, and F1 racing. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 28, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about the WSOY Community Food Drive, concerts at the Devon, road construction, city council dynamics, and Illinois politics. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 28, 2025 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about recent news, Mueller, his fishing trip, celebrity deaths, and entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 24,2025- City Hall Insider Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about old businesses in downtown Decatur and the history of Black media in Decatur with The Voice. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23, 2025 - Tanya Andricks of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to talk about the WSOY Community Food Drive, challenges facing the community, and eating healthy. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23, 2025 - Matthew Flaten of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to talk about the generous legacy of David Rathje and the upcoming opening of The David J. & Debra C. Rathje Athletic Center. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 23, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the heat, the Famous Idaho Potato Tour stop and new animals at Scovill Zoo, DISC news, and a busy weekend at the Devon. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22, 2025 - Missy Batman of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and, Rev. Courtney Carson & Tamika Thomas of Richland Community College joined Byers & Co to talk about the work of uplifting underserved populations that inspired Tamika to nominate Courtney for the Excellence in Inclusion Award at the Do Something Great Awards. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22, 2025 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature the Stone Thrown Forward golf outing and updates from the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce and Richland Community College. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 22, 2025 - Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture Jerry Costello II joined Byers & Co to talk about the importance of agriculture to the state of Illinois and to preview the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 21, 2025 - CIMG COO and Publisher of The News-Gazette Paul Barrett joined Byers & Co to talk about their approach to producing local content and the excitement surrounding the Illini football and basketball teams. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 21, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about the process of bringing items to the City Council, board appointments, demolitions, and hazardous weather. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 21, 2025 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about the weekend of events and rain, golf, Billy Joel, and fishing. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 18, 2025 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about people working out inside due to the heat, Generation X memories and sports fan superstitions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 17, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about campaigns, ways to help, the WSOY Community Food Drive, a documentary on Gen X, and her experience at a Dave Matthews concert. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 17, 2025 - Tim Hoffman and Steve Gensler joined Byers & Co to talk about the next Bob Brady, It's Hot Bob event, the Warrensburg Corn Festival. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 17, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about a special neighborhood 4th of July celebration, the Do Something Great Awards, traffic enforcement, and mail service woes. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 16, 2025 - Tanya Andricks of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to talk about the arts, getting students medically ready to go back to school, women's health, and GLP-1 medications. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 16, 2025 - Matthew Flaten of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to talk about new student orientation days and fine arts experiences for the community at the Blue Connection art gallery. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 16, 2025 - Nada Lygrisse, DO joined Byers & Co to talk about Memorial Wellness Center and Lake Shore OB/GYN of Decatur's event, Beyond the Scale: Hormones, Health & Women’s Wellness, where weight management and GLP-1 medications will be discussed. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 16, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about The Famous Idaho Potato Tour stopping at Scovill Zoo, HIIT the DISC Challenge, Scovill Zoo Ice Cream Safari, and BOSS performances at the Devon. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 15, 2025 - Dave Wendt of the Village of Forsyth joined Byers & Co to talk about the quality and quantity of events in the community, highway work, and commercial development updates. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 15, 2025 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, Barbara Dove, and Jamie Fawley joined Byers & Co to talk about the legacy of art in Decatur and the life of work that inspired Jamie to nominate Barbara for the Preston Jackson Arts Award at the Do Something Great Awards. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 15, 2025 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature YMCA Backpack Attack, BOSS, and work of Stone Thrown Forward. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 15, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about a pair of recent trips he went on, summer runs and demos, self defense class, and new products. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Julie 14, 2025 - Jill Reedy, Brian Plummer, Crystal Whetstone and Katie O'Dell of the Macon-Piatt ROE #39 joined Byers & Co to give an update on their services and programming. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 14, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about current challenges for local agencies and citizens, the generous nature of the community, and open positions at the City of Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 14, 2025 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about Japanese beetles, the St. Louis Cardinals, sports television and movies, and actors that are also musicians. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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