Byers & Co. Interviews

August 8, 2025 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about Innovafeed, Decatur getting recognized for biotechnology, and efforts to connect education with the workforce. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 8, 2025 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini, a book about Red Grange, Sports Illustrated for Kids trading cards, and upcoming entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 8, 2025 - Tom Brinkoetter and Jenny Lambdin joined Byers & Co to talk about the current real estate market and to highlight a spectacular spacious home. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 8, 2025 - Superintendent Dr. Rochelle Clark, Maria Robertson, and Valdimir Talley of Decatur Public Schools District 61, and Scott Rosenbery of the Decatur Police Department joined Byers & Co to talk about kicking off the school year with new policies and their security based partnerships. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 7, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about the busy summer, Caterpillar's campaign, and classic entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 7, 2025 - Ashton Dukeman of the Macon County Conservation District joined Byers & Co to talk about the 41st Annual Astronomy Jamboree at Friends Creek Conservation Center. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 7, 2025 - St. Teresa Principal Matt Snyder and Assistant Principal Tom Noonan joined Byers & Co to talk about their new roles, their educational focus, and the student experience at St. T. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 7, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the Do Something Great Awards ceremony, his passion for his work and telling positive stories, and modern journalism. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 6, 2025 - Tanya Andricks, Dr.Tricia Scerba, Rebecca Armstrong LCPC of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to celebrate 60 years of health centers during National Health Center Week and to talk about the importance of their services, and other health centers, to their communities. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 6, 2025 - Lori Kerans of Millikin University and Josh Hendricks of The Brass Horn joined Byers & Co to talk about the downtown merchant adding licensed Millikin apparel from Johnnie-O clothing. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 6, 2025 - Sonja Chargois of DMH joined Byers & Co to talk about how Memorial Health are partnering with area public libraries to distribute mental health wellness kits. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 6, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the experience at the DISC, upcoming Devon shows, and fall sports for kids. 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 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.