Quincy natives Brian (BJ) Kroeger & Eric Kniel shoot the proverbial $#!t about all things local to the Tri-States, Adams County, and of course Quincy. From City Council meetings (they are not all that boring) to crazy citizens (we have a few) enjoy the musings, analysis, and maybe a pun or two as we keep you up to date on a weekly basis.
Hey Everyone! We hope you are having a great start to summer. You've been patiently waiting while we were on our vacation and we have another great show. This episode we discussed the local reading profiency scores for 3rd graders. It's not good, but there is hope and good ways to help a student who might be struggling with reading. Vacation has us talking about our favorite vacation past-times. Share yours with us at Quincycannonpod@gmail.com We hope you enjoy the show!
This week we get all the important stuff with city news out of the way first so we can discuss the finer things.... Food. Join us this week for another great episode!
Hey Cannoners! We are back this week with these important topics... City Council Round Up and general attire. 6th street news! What's coming up in Quincy! And Lastly what are Quincy's best parks? Do golf courses count as parks? We cover our favs and much more!
BJ suprises Eric with a guest on this episode of Quincy Cannon. Eric is confronted with a truth he can't seem to except as the Quincy Cannon podcast has a very special guest... Jake a native of Quincy, High School/College friend of BJ & Eric visits the show. The wildcard is sure to entertain you all. We discuss the correct pronunciation of Quincy's Spaghetti Staple, Libary Funding, Quincy's obsession with Potholes and much more!
This is an all-time classic filled with non-sense and important updates to the happenings in Quincy.... This episode the boys cover: Roundabout Water rates Broadway Park Bagels Masters Week
This episode of Quincy Cannon is brought to you by the genius minds of Eric and BJ... You're welcome! We cover the latest and most important things going on in our area (Quincy/Tristates) this week including: Roundabout update... We have a lot to cover Kyle Moore won... Now what? Water.... Let's talk about it As always email us at quincycannonpod@gmail.com with questions and suggestions. Enjoy the show!
This episode of Quincy Cannon is brought to you by the genius minds of Eric and BJ... You're welcome! We cover the latest and most important things going on in our area this week including: Troup is running for re-election Round and around we go: Roundabout update 6th street makeover The Library is needing a few things As always email us at quincycannonpod@gmail.com with questions and suggestions. Enjoy the show!
Today we discuss what to call you? Send us an email to help us decide QuincyCannonpod@gmail.com Here's the rest... Indiana Jones Electric bill rates.... who you gonna call What about Bob? Home & Living Tee Time!
Hey Everyone we are back to talk about the southern invasion in Quincy.... Short politicians..... Iowa Legends among us.... and more! Email us @ QuincyCannonPod@gmail.com
In this episode the boys discuss a few timely news items... but most importantly PANCHEROS is coming to town and it's been double confirmed... We told you first! We cover the city, the riverfront & riverback (is that a thing) New stuff coming to town and our favorite things in the Fall. Send us an email at QuincyCannonPod@gmail.com
We've got Trouble... and it's not just that Eric is not on this episode.... BJ explains the city insurance issue... The trouble that it is.... and the conmen who are failing the city and it's employees. Enjoy the show and as always let us know your thoughts. You can email us at QuincyCannonPod@gmail.com
Kate Daniels is a responsible landlord and we think some in Quincy can learn from that! But in this episode she discusses the legal arguments of the McBride case and brings some light to the topic as an expert, as a former public defender in the state of Wisconsin for 16 years, Kate brings a few important things to discuss. One of them being the importance of improved funding to mental health services. Enjoy this special episode we call a cannon blast!
BJ and Eric are back again this week with some breaking food news... yes we love food... but you already knew that. City Shit.... it's important And we cast 2 chain restaurants off the island and we want you to tell us which you would get rid of as well.
Hey Everybody the boys are back! We talk about the old becoming the new again. We finally answer a listener question. And we discuss the dibotchery in local city governments, the height of mayors, and beer! It's like we never went on hiatus! Listen and let us know what you think! Send us an email at QuincyCannonPod@gmail.com or send us a VM here and you will become a part of the show!
It's a flashback to the cold days of the pandemic.... Don't think about that, just enjoy this throwback episode
This week Eric and BJ talk about who should replace our most recent aldermanic vacancy, lower taxes, and the things we loathe about Christmas.
Today the boys discuss a bit of city political news….. Food and beverage tax… The greatest heist in quincy town center history (aka the mall) and bid goodbye to another retail store. Join them for this week and have a blast!
Today the boys discuss a bit of city political news….. Food and beverage tax… The greatest heist in quincy town center history (aka the mall) and bid goodbye to another retail store. Join them for this week and have a blast!
Eric and BJ are back and just in time for the holidays! It’s been a while. We recap a few things new to Quincy (or what’s coming soon). Join them as they explore the rigmarole of all things Quincy and the tri-states.
Eric and BJ are back and just in time for the holidays! It’s been a while. We recap a few things new to Quincy (or what’s coming soon). Join them as they explore the rigmarole of all things Quincy and the tri-states.
Hey Everyone it’s just me (BJ Kroeger) today with my good friend Nora Baldner as we recap the 2021 political trail and more importantly what Nora is up to now with the Safe and Livable Housing in Quincy Committee. There’s a lot going on in Quincy and even though we recorded this interview in January […]
This is not an error this is a brand new episode. We are back with a Thanksgiving special and we are of course thankful for you: The listeners
The wait is the hardest part, but we are BACK! Prepare yourself for a barrage of cannon fire as we discuss the most recent happenings and what kept us away for soooo long.
No this is not a misprint on your notification. We promised you more content today and we hope your purdy lil ears are ready for a nice long chat about LaGondola! But wait there’s more… What’s the best bar in town? What’s a bar? We let you know the Quincy Cannon standards. Join us for […]
Hey everyone COVID slowed down the editing process but we are caught back up, so please have a listen to what feels like a blast from the past (mid February) when there was much snow on the ground. A new segment (that aint TRUE!) is presented. We also feature audio from the WGEM mayoral debates […]
The boys are back for another episode of Quincy Cannon. This time they talk about the sale of Quincy Media and what it means for the community. What do you love about Quincy? And lastly but not leastly…(that’s not a word) 217 move on over, there’s a new area code now!
We’re Baaaaaccccckkkk. That’s right back at you with a new season. What else could you want to start your February off right!? We have a new season, new episode, but the same old fun as before. The boys break down the Mayoral debate and all of it’s ups and downs. Glass recycling is coming back […]
Episode 18 & 19 with special guest Alderman Ben Uzelac We know it’s been a while so to make up for it we have 2 episodes packed tight for one solid listen and trust me it was worth the wait! BJ and Eric have a lot going on from COVID-19 diagnosis, House purchases, remodels and […]
Brian and Eric cover the very long and diverse city council meeting. And the city council discussion(fight) that rivals most family fights when it comes to the political issues. Get ready your word bank is Mask, Abortion, and Water shutoff. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
It’s the week before Thanksgiving and the boys discuss the City Council and recently passed ordinances. Is it ever to early to call a race? We are going to find out, as the Quincy Cannon decision desk calls it’s first and last ) 2021 race. And a Quincy Cannon favorite makes her return to the […]
Alderwoman Katie Awerkamp has a chat with Eric and BJ. about the current state of CIty Council, Dress codes and much, much more.
Eric and BJ sat down and discussed (Talking starts at 1:00} our usual: City Cannabis Tax, Fair Tax, Annexation of Illinois from Chicago. You know just some regular run of the mill political commentary (NOT! ~Borat voice) And with Veterans Day coming up we wanted to talk with someone who has served our country and […]
This week we briefly touch on a few current events. The boys give a reaction to the water treatment issues in Quincy, Eric and BJ vow to dig deeper on the issue. Part III of Swango and the finally of Spooktober. It’s an episode worthy of the season. Be afraid, very afraid.
A special episode this week you won’t want to miss. During 2015 Quincy saw a terrible Legionnaires outbreak at the Illinois Veterans Home that killed 12. In the wake of that tragedy a team from Virginia Tech looked at the practices of Quincy’s water treatment plant to see what conditions were like and how they […]
A blast from the past! Here’s an interview BJ Kroeger did with William J Rhoads. Who’s that your asking? He was the lead researcher from the University of Virginia that investigated the legionnaires outbreak at the Quincy Veterans home and the city of Quincy’s water treatment. It’s a good primer on all things water relating […]
This week we discuss a grant application that was approved at city council and wouldn’t you know it could benefit our favorite local brewery! Guess who’s back? That’s right Lovelace! Our favorite former Assistant States Attorney accused and acquitted of murdering his first wife. Why is he back? Listen to find out. Lastly, Swango returns […]
This week we do the usual recap of local politics, and yes we talk Marjiuana tax income (It’s High) The weekly volley is the scolding we all deserve listen closely you fools. Lastly we talk the strange and twisted tale of Quincy’s own serial killer Dr. Michael Swango, in our first part of a two […]
It’s Spooktober and the boys talk creepy things like…. City debt. But wait, it gets way spookier as the history of Quincy’s deadliest tragedy is discussed and how it’s said to be the cause of the most haunted place in Quincy. And be sure to stick around for a poetic reading at the end, its […]
Surprise!!! BJ and Eric are back with a quick turnaround thanks to all of you waiting so patiently last week. What’s new? Well funny you should ask… Kyle Moore is not seeking reelection but what’s gonna happen to that campaign money? Katie Awerkamp might be the new Miss Cleo (call her now, but really don’t) […]
It’s here! The highly anticipated episode 8.5, yes that’s right 8.5. We have special guest and Team Roundabouter Mr. Ryan Hinkamper, District 2 County Board Member as he gives us further insight into the role the Adams county board. QPS got extra money? No that’s not a typo, and we have plans for it… sort […]
The boys are back with a new segment named the “Weekly Volley.” You can’t afford to miss that plus much much more. Please tell us if you’re on the Roundabouters Team let us know by emailing us QuincyCannonpod@gmail.com. Check out the transportation plan Here >>>>> https://www.quincyil.gov/home/showdocument?id=5006
The wait if over! A special guest joins BJ and Eric to discuss city affairs. The tragedy of Taco Bell’s menu consolidation strikes a Tiff between guest Alderman Ben Uzelac and Eric. And per the fans requests the fair tax is discussed and explained…. SPOILER: it’s confusing. ****Take the 2nd Riverfront Survey *****https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/quincyriverfrontprogramming Follow us […]
The boys discuss cookies and a possible dress code for the City Council? Since when do the rule makers get away with wearing graphic t-shirts to work? But most importantly what roads in Quincy might look like in the near future thanks to the new transportation plan. And much much more…..
This week the boys discuss the dirtiest topic of them all…. City Trash. What’s the best thing at TCBY? A wrap up on the City Council meeting and more….
BJ and Eric return to the big topics of Quincy politics this week: the size of the council and non-partisan elections. Two new players enter the 2021 mayoral race, and Eric brings some Quincy Wiki facts to the table.